Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240183095). WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240183095 titled 'WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a washing machine with a sensor that detects the coupling or decoupling of a washing rod and a pulsator, allowing the controller to display the appropriate washing modes on the control panel.
- Tub with rotating tub and pulsator in lower portion
- Washing rod coupled to pulsator
- Sensor detects coupling of washing rod and pulsator
- Controller identifies coupling state and displays corresponding washing modes
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various types of washing machines, both residential and commercial, to improve user experience and efficiency in selecting washing modes based on the configuration of the washing rod and pulsator.
Problems Solved
1. Simplifies the user interface by automatically displaying relevant washing modes based on the coupling status of the washing rod and pulsator. 2. Prevents errors in selecting inappropriate washing modes by ensuring the correct modes are displayed for the current setup of the washing machine.
Benefits
1. Enhanced user experience with intuitive control panel display. 2. Improved efficiency in selecting washing modes. 3. Reduced chances of damaging clothes due to incorrect washing mode selection.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Smart Washing Machine Technology for Enhanced User Experience"
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be a washing machine with manual selection of washing modes regardless of the coupling status of the washing rod and pulsator.
Unanswered Questions
How does the sensor detect the coupling or decoupling of the washing rod and pulsator?
The exact mechanism by which the sensor detects the coupling or decoupling of the washing rod and pulsator is not specified in the abstract. Further details on the sensor technology used would provide a clearer understanding of this aspect.
Are there any safety features implemented in the control system to prevent accidents or malfunctions?
The abstract does not mention any safety features related to the control system of the washing machine. Exploring whether there are safety protocols in place to prevent accidents or malfunctions would be beneficial for a comprehensive understanding of the technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
a washing machine includes a tub; a rotating tub rotatably provided in the tub; a pulsator rotatably provided in a lower portion of the rotating tub; a washing rod configured to be coupled to the pulsator; a sensor configured to detect coupling or decoupling of the washing rod and the pulsator; a control panel configured to display a plurality of washing modes; and a controller configured to be electrically connected to the sensor and the control panel, wherein the controller is configured to identify whether the pulsator and the washing rod are coupled based on a detection signal of the sensor, and control the control panel to display at least one washing mode corresponding to a coupled state of the washing rod or a decoupled state of the washing rod among the plurality of washing modes.
