Lg electronics inc. (20240191939). REFRIGERATOR, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE REFRIGERATOR, HOME APPLIANCE, CONTROL SYSTEM OF THE HOME APPLIANCE simplified abstract

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REFRIGERATOR, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE REFRIGERATOR, HOME APPLIANCE, CONTROL SYSTEM OF THE HOME APPLIANCE

Organization Name

lg electronics inc.

Inventor(s)

Yoonjung Hong of Seoul (KR)

Kunwoo Lee of Seoul (KR)

Heekyung Kang of Seoul (KR)

Yongbeom Ma of Seoul (KR)

REFRIGERATOR, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE REFRIGERATOR, HOME APPLIANCE, CONTROL SYSTEM OF THE HOME APPLIANCE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240191939 titled 'REFRIGERATOR, METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE REFRIGERATOR, HOME APPLIANCE, CONTROL SYSTEM OF THE HOME APPLIANCE

The abstract describes a patent application for a refrigerator that includes a cabinet with a space, a door with a light source and a front plate, an output interface for sound, a communication unit, and a controller for playing music and controlling the light source in sync with the music.

  • The refrigerator has a door with a light source and a front plate for emitting light.
  • An output interface is provided on the cabinet or door to output sound.
  • A communication unit allows the refrigerator to communicate with a remote device.
  • The controller can play music through the output interface and control the light source in association with the music playback.
  • This innovation allows for a unique audio-visual experience in the kitchen.

Potential Applications: - Enhancing the kitchen ambiance with music and synchronized lighting. - Providing entertainment while cooking or dining. - Creating a more immersive experience for users in the kitchen.

Problems Solved: - Lack of entertainment options in the kitchen. - Limited control over lighting and audio features in refrigerators.

Benefits: - Improved user experience in the kitchen. - Enhanced ambiance and entertainment options. - Integration of technology into everyday appliances.

Commercial Applications: Title: "Smart Refrigerator with Music and Light Control" This technology could be marketed towards homeowners looking to upgrade their kitchen appliances with smart features. It could also appeal to restaurants or cafes looking to enhance the dining experience for their customers.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the communication unit in the refrigerator work with remote devices? 2. What are the potential energy consumption implications of having a light source and sound output in a refrigerator?


Original Abstract Submitted

a refrigerator includes a cabinet including a space, a door configured to open and close the space and including a light source and a front plate, through which light emitted from the light source passes, an output interface provided on the cabinet or the door to output sound, a communication unit configured to communicate with a remote device and a controller configured to play music through the output interface and to control the light source in association with music playback through the output interface, when a music playback command is received from the remote device through the communication interface.