20240027126. REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract (LG Electronics Inc.)
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REFRIGERATOR
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REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240027126 titled 'REFRIGERATOR
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure is about a refrigerator that has a cabinet defining a storage space and a door with a door body that can open and close the storage space. The door also includes a panel assembly that is coupled to the door body. The panel assembly consists of a panel that forms the front surface of the door and allows light to pass through, a back cover made of metal that forms the rear surface of the panel assembly, a light device that emits light onto the panel, and a light supporter made of electrical insulation material that supports the light device. The heat generated by the lighting device during operation is dissipated to the rear of the panel assembly through the back cover.
- The patent is for a refrigerator with a door that has a panel assembly allowing light to pass through.
- The panel assembly includes a panel, a back cover, a light device, and a light supporter.
- The back cover is made of metal and dissipates heat generated by the lighting device.
- The light supporter is made of electrical insulation material and supports the light device.
Potential applications of this technology:
- This technology can be used in refrigerators for residential or commercial purposes.
- It can also be applied to other appliances or devices that require a door with a transparent panel.
Problems solved by this technology:
- The panel assembly allows light to pass through, providing better visibility of the storage space inside the refrigerator.
- The back cover made of metal helps dissipate heat generated by the lighting device, preventing overheating and potential damage.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved visibility inside the refrigerator due to the panel assembly transmitting light.
- Efficient heat dissipation through the metal back cover, ensuring the lighting device operates safely.
- The use of an electrical insulation material for the light supporter reduces the risk of electrical hazards.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure relates to a refrigerator including a cabinet defining a storage space, and a door including a door body configured to open and close the storage space and a panel assembly coupled to the door body, wherein the panel assembly includes a panel defining a front surface of the door and transmitting light therethrough, a back cover defining a rear surface of the panel assembly and formed of a metal material, a light device configured to emit light to the panel, and a light supporter formed of an electrical insulation material and configured to support the lighting device, and heat generated during an operation of the lighting device is dissipated to a rear of the panel assembly through the back cover.
