18663373. HOME APPLIANCE simplified abstract (LG ELECTRONICS INC.)
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HOME APPLIANCE
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HOME APPLIANCE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18663373 titled 'HOME APPLIANCE
The patent application describes a home appliance with a unique panel assembly on the door that emits light of a set color, allowing users to customize the appearance of the appliance.
- The home appliance includes a cabinet with a storage space, a door that opens and closes the front of the cabinet, and a panel assembly mounted on the door.
- The panel assembly consists of a front plate that forms the exterior of the door and transmits light, along with a lighting device that emits light of a specific color.
- The front plate has a base layer and a colored layer with a first color, giving the door a specific color when the lighting device is off, and allowing users to select a different color when the device is on.
Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in various home appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, or dishwashers to add a customizable aesthetic element. - It could also be applied in commercial settings like restaurants or hotels to enhance the visual appeal of appliances.
Problems Solved: - Provides users with the ability to change the color of the appliance's door to match their preferences or decor. - Adds a modern and customizable feature to traditional home appliances.
Benefits: - Allows for personalization and customization of the appliance's appearance. - Enhances the overall design and aesthetic appeal of the appliance. - Provides a unique and innovative feature that sets the appliance apart from competitors.
Commercial Applications: "Customizable Panel Assembly for Home Appliances: Enhancing Aesthetics and Personalization in Modern Living Spaces"
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the lighting device work to emit light of a specific color? 2. What are the potential energy consumption implications of the lighting device in the appliance?
Original Abstract Submitted
A home appliance includes a cabinet having a storage space formed therein; a door configured to open and close an open front of the cabinet; a panel assembly mounted on a front surface of the door; and a controller, wherein the panel assembly includes: a front plate forming a front exterior of the door and transmitting light; and a lighting device emitting light of a set color, wherein the front plate includes: a base layer; and a colored layer formed on one surface of the base layer and has a first color, wherein the front surface of the door has the first color when the lighting device is turned off, and wherein the front surface of the door shines in a color selected by a user when the lighting device is turned on.
