18608152. LAUNDRY APPLIANCE WITH A DEFLECTOR simplified abstract (WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION)
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LAUNDRY APPLIANCE WITH A DEFLECTOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Darryl C. Bodine of St. Joseph MI (US)
Donald E. Erickson of Stevensville MI (US)
Gregg P. Fitzgerald of Eau Claire MI (US)
Stephen D. Ostdiek of St. Joseph MI (US)
Todd J. Tunzi of St. Joseph MI (US)
LAUNDRY APPLIANCE WITH A DEFLECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18608152 titled 'LAUNDRY APPLIANCE WITH A DEFLECTOR
The abstract describes a laundry appliance with a drum, a door, a bellows, and a deflector for improved functionality.
- The laundry appliance has a cabinet with an aperture in the front surface.
- Inside the cabinet, there is a drum with an access opening that aligns with the aperture.
- A door is attached to the cabinet and can be opened and closed in relation to the aperture.
- A bellows extends along the perimeter of the aperture near the access opening.
- A deflector extends along at least part of the aperture's perimeter and into the drum's interior over the bellows.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in residential and commercial laundry machines to improve efficiency and convenience. - It can also be applied in industrial settings where large-scale laundry processing is required.
Problems Solved: - The bellows and deflector help prevent water leakage and improve the overall performance of the laundry appliance. - The design enhances the user experience by providing a more secure and effective laundry process.
Benefits: - Increased durability and longevity of the appliance. - Enhanced water-tightness and efficiency during laundry cycles. - Improved user satisfaction with the appliance's performance.
Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized by appliance manufacturers to create innovative and reliable laundry machines for both residential and commercial markets. - It can lead to increased sales and market competitiveness for companies that incorporate this design into their products.
Questions about the laundry appliance technology: 1. How does the bellows and deflector design improve the functionality of the laundry appliance? 2. What are the potential cost implications of integrating this technology into laundry machines?
Original Abstract Submitted
A laundry appliance includes a cabinet defining an aperture in a front surface thereof. A drum is disposed within the cabinet. The drum defines an access opening that aligns with the aperture. A door is coupled to the cabinet and is operable between closed and opened positions relative to the aperture. A bellows extends along a perimeter of the aperture and proximate the access opening. A deflector extends along at least a portion of the perimeter of the aperture. The deflector extends into an interior of the drum over the bellows.
