Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240194176). REFRIGERATOR DRIVEN BASED ON AMBIENT NOISE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract

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REFRIGERATOR DRIVEN BASED ON AMBIENT NOISE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Organization Name

samsung electronics co., ltd.

Inventor(s)

Jungwon Park of Suwon-si (KR)

REFRIGERATOR DRIVEN BASED ON AMBIENT NOISE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240194176 titled 'REFRIGERATOR DRIVEN BASED ON AMBIENT NOISE AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a refrigerator with a microphone and a processor that can adjust the refrigerator's operation based on noise levels.

  • The refrigerator can identify different noise levels while operating and adjust its settings accordingly.
  • By analyzing external noise levels compared to the refrigerator's own noise, it can switch to a quieter mode if needed.

Key Features and Innovation

  • Integration of a microphone in a refrigerator to monitor ambient noise levels.
  • Processor analyzes noise levels to determine if the refrigerator should operate in a quieter mode.
  • Ability to adjust driving state information based on noise levels for a more comfortable user experience.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied to other household appliances to optimize noise levels based on the environment.

Problems Solved

  • Addresses noise pollution in the home environment.
  • Provides a more comfortable and peaceful user experience.

Benefits

  • Improved user experience with reduced noise levels.
  • Energy efficiency by adjusting operation modes based on noise levels.

Commercial Applications

  • "Smart" refrigerators and other appliances that can adapt to their surroundings for a better user experience.
  • Potential market implications in the home appliance industry for noise-reducing features.

Prior Art

There may be prior art related to noise monitoring in appliances or devices for noise reduction purposes.

Frequently Updated Research

Research on noise reduction technologies in household appliances and smart devices may be relevant to this technology.

Questions about Refrigerator Noise Monitoring

How does noise monitoring in refrigerators improve user experience?

Noise monitoring allows the refrigerator to operate in a quieter mode when needed, creating a more peaceful environment for users.

What are the potential energy-saving benefits of noise monitoring in appliances?

By adjusting operation modes based on noise levels, appliances can optimize energy usage and improve efficiency.


Original Abstract Submitted

a refrigerator includes a microphone and at least one processor configured to identify a first driving noise level corresponding to first driving state information of the refrigerator, based on receiving an ambient noise through the microphone while operating according to the first driving state information, identify a reception noise level based on the received ambient noise, identify an external noise level based on the reception noise level and the first driving noise level, and based on a ratio of the external noise level to the first driving noise level being smaller than a threshold ratio, drive the refrigerator based on second driving state information corresponding to a lower noise level than the first driving state information.