Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240337435). REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract

REFRIGERATOR

Organization Name

samsung electronics co., ltd.

Inventor(s)

Inyong Hwang of Suwon-si (KR)

Jonghoon Oh of Suwon-si (KR)

Hyungbum Lee of Suwon-si (KR)

REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240337435 titled 'REFRIGERATOR

The abstract describes a refrigerator with a storage compartment and a lamp receiving portion that includes a reflective surface to reflect light emitted from the lamp towards the storage compartment side.

• Inner case forms storage compartment
• Lamp receiving portion has a receiving space
• Outer case coupled to inner case
• Lamp with light source arranged in receiving space
• Cover can be attached to inner case to cover receiving space

Potential Applications: - Household refrigerators - Commercial refrigeration units - Display cases in stores

Problems Solved: - Efficient lighting in refrigerator compartments - Maximizing visibility of stored items

Benefits: - Improved visibility inside the refrigerator - Energy-efficient lighting solution - Enhanced aesthetics of the refrigerator

Commercial Applications: Refrigerator manufacturers can integrate this innovative lighting system into their products to enhance user experience and energy efficiency.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the reflective surface in the lamp receiving portion improve lighting efficiency? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with the energy-efficient lighting system in the refrigerator?

Original Abstract Submitted

a refrigerator including an inner case forming a storage compartment and including a lamp receiving portion having a receiving space recessed, an outer case coupled to an outer side of the inner case, a lamp, arrangeable in the receiving space of the inner case, and including a light source that emits light, and a cover coupleable to the inner case so as to cover the receiving space. the lamp receiving portion includes a reflective surface at a position facing the light source to reflect light emitted from the light source of the lamp, which is arranged in the receiving space, toward the storage compartment side.