Direct cooling drawer mechanism and refrigerator

Abstract

The application relates to a direct-cooling drawer mechanism and a refrigerator. The direct-cooling drawer mechanism comprises a box body and a drawer assembly. The box body is provided with a containing groove. The box body is used for connecting a direct-cooling chamber of the refrigerator and isolating the containing groove from the direct-cooling chamber. The containing groove can exchange heat with the direct-cooling chamber. The drawer assembly comprises a support and a drawer body. The support is slidingly arranged in the box body. The drawer body is connected with the support. The drawer body and the support can contain a limit in the containing groove. Through the arrangement of the box body and the drawer assembly, the problem that food in the drawer body and other food in the direct-cooling chamber of the refrigerator are mixed with each other is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, and in particular to a direct-cooling drawer mechanism and a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards continue to improve, when purchasing refrigerators, people tend to choose built-in, air-cooled refrigerators with multiple compartments, multiple functions, and ease of use. These refrigerators are characterized by their space-saving design, ability to be integrated with kitchen cabinets for a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing look, and convenient operation.

[0003] However, these types of refrigerators also have certain functional defects, especially single-system air-cooled refrigerators. The air circulation between the refrigerator compartment, freezer compartment, and other compartments through the refrigeration system causes air to circulate between the compartments, resulting in cross-contamination of odors. This can affect the storage performance of the refrigerator, especially when storing seasonings or strongly scented items. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a direct-cooling drawer mechanism and a refrigerator to solve the problem of cross-contamination of odors between compartments in existing single-system air-cooled refrigerators, where the air circulation between compartments such as the refrigerator compartment and freezer compartment is facilitated by the refrigeration system.

[0005] In a first aspect, this application provides a direct-cooling drawer mechanism for use in a refrigerator, comprising: The cabinet has a receiving slot inside. The cabinet is used to connect the direct cooling compartment of the refrigerator and isolate the receiving slot from the direct cooling compartment. The receiving slot can exchange heat with the direct cooling compartment. A drawer assembly, comprising a bracket and a drawer body, wherein the bracket is slidably disposed on the cabinet, the drawer body is connected to the bracket, and the drawer body and the bracket are capable of accommodating and confining within the receiving slot.

[0006] Optionally, the drawer assembly further includes a door body connected to the bracket, the door body being used to cover the opening of the receiving groove.

[0007] Optionally, a sealing strip is provided at one end of the door body near the box body. The sealing strip is arranged along the periphery of the side of the door body facing the box body. A mating part is provided at the periphery of the groove opening of the receiving slot. The sealing strip is magnetically connected to the mating part.

[0008] Optionally, both the sealing strip and the mating part are magnetic components; or the sealing strip is a magnetic component and the mating part is a ferromagnetic metal.

[0009] Optionally, a limiting part is provided at one end of the drawer body, and the limiting part abuts against the bracket.

[0010] Optionally, the drawer body has a multi-layer structure, and the side wall of the drawer body is provided with a connecting hole, which connects the interior and exterior of the drawer body.

[0011] Optionally, the drawer assembly includes two brackets and two drawer bodies, both brackets being slidably disposed on the cabinet, and each of the two drawer bodies being connected to one of the brackets. Both the two drawer bodies and the two brackets are capable of accommodating and confining within the receiving slot.

[0012] Optionally, the direct-cooling drawer mechanism further includes a partition, which is detachably connected to the cabinet and located between the two drawer bodies.

[0013] Optionally, the cabinet is provided with a partition, which is located at the opening of the receiving groove and connected to the opposite side walls; the drawer assembly includes two doors, one side of the sealing strip of the two doors abutting against the partition.

[0014] Secondly, this application provides a refrigerator, comprising: The refrigerator body has a direct cooling compartment inside. The direct-cooling drawer mechanism provided in the first aspect of this application has a cabinet connected to the inner wall of the direct-cooling compartment and located in the direct-cooling compartment.

[0015] The technical solutions provided in this application have the following advantages compared with the prior art: The direct-cooling drawer mechanism of this application solves the problem of odor transfer between food inside the drawer and other food in the refrigerator through the design of the cabinet and drawer assembly. Specifically, the receiving slot inside the cabinet is located in the direct-cooling compartment of the refrigerator, but the two are kept relatively independent by the cabinet itself, ensuring that the airflow in the receiving slot does not directly contact the direct-cooling compartment, while still allowing for effective heat exchange. The drawer assembly bracket is connected to the cabinet via slide rails, and the drawer body is fixed to the bracket by clips or screws, ensuring the stability of the drawer during sliding. Through the cabinet's isolation and heat exchange design, the airflow in the receiving slot does not directly contact the direct-cooling compartment, effectively preventing odor transfer between the drawer body and the direct-cooling compartment. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference numerals in the accompanying drawings. These illustrations do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings are denoted as similar elements. Unless otherwise stated, the figures in the drawings are not to be limited by scale.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the direct cooling drawer mechanism provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Sectional view in the AA direction; Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view at point B; Figure 4 Exploded view of the direct cooling drawer mechanism provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 6 for Figure 5 Sectional view in the BB direction; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the refrigerator body and cabinet provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Box body; 1a. Receiving groove; 11. Fitting part; 12. Partition part; 2. Drawer assembly; 21. Bracket; 22. Drawer body; 23. Door; 231. Sealing strip; 221. Limiting part; 22a. Connecting hole; 3. Partition; 4. Refrigerator body; 4a. Direct cooling compartment. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0022] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of direct-cooling drawer mechanisms and arrangements are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed.

[0023] For ease of description, spatial relative terms may be used in the text to describe the relative position or movement of one element or feature relative to another element or feature, as shown in the figure. These relative terms include, for example, "inside," "outside," "middle," "outer," "below," "below," "above," "front," "back," etc. Such spatial relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation, other than those depicted in the figure. For example, if the device in the figure undergoes a positional flip, orientation change, or change of motion, these directional indications will change accordingly. For instance, an element described as "below other elements or features" or "below other elements or features" will subsequently be oriented "above other elements or features" or "above other elements or features." Therefore, the example term "below" can include both upper and lower orientations. The device may be otherwise oriented (rotated 90 degrees or in other directions), and the spatial relative descriptors used in the text will be interpreted accordingly.

[0024] To address the technical problem in existing single-system air-cooled refrigerators where air circulation between compartments such as the refrigerator and freezer compartments leads to cross-contamination of odors due to the cold air circulation of the refrigeration system, this application provides a direct-cooling drawer mechanism. By configuring the cabinet 1 and drawer assembly 2, this mechanism solves the problem of cross-contamination of odors between food inside the drawer body 22 and other food in the refrigerator.

[0025] Figures 1 to 4 A direct-cooling drawer mechanism provided in this application embodiment is applied to a refrigerator, including a cabinet 1 and a drawer assembly 2. The cabinet 1 is provided with a receiving groove 1a. The cabinet 1 is used to connect the direct-cooling compartment 4a of the refrigerator and isolate the receiving groove 1a from the direct-cooling compartment 4a. The receiving groove 1a can exchange heat with the direct-cooling compartment 4a. The drawer assembly 2 includes a bracket 21 and a drawer body 22. The bracket 21 is slidably disposed on the cabinet 1. The drawer body 22 is connected to the bracket 21. The drawer body 22 and the bracket 21 can accommodate and limit the receiving groove 1a.

[0026] In this embodiment, the cabinet 1 has a receiving slot 1a, which is isolated from the direct cooling compartment 4a of the refrigerator by the cabinet 1 itself. This design ensures that the airflow in the receiving slot 1a does not directly contact the direct cooling compartment 4a, thereby avoiding the problem of odor mixing caused by airflow mixing. At the same time, since the cabinet 1 is located inside the direct cooling compartment 4a, the gas inside it can exchange heat with the cold air in the direct cooling compartment 4a, thereby lowering the temperature of the gas in the receiving slot 1a, which is used for refrigerating or freezing the food in the drawer body 22. The drawer assembly 2 includes a bracket 21 and a drawer body 22. The bracket 21 is connected to the cabinet 1 by a slide rail, ensuring that the drawer is stable and smooth during sliding. The drawer body 22 is fixed to the bracket 21 by a buckle or screws, ensuring the stability of the drawer during use.

[0027] Through the isolation design of the cabinet 1, the airflow in the receiving slot 1a does not directly contact the direct cooling compartment 4a, effectively preventing cross-contamination of odors between the food in the drawer body 22 and the food in the direct cooling compartment 4a. This is especially important for storing foods with strong odors (such as onions, garlic, seafood, etc.), ensuring that the food in the refrigerator maintains its own freshness and flavor. The structural design of the cabinet 1 allows for effective heat exchange between the receiving slot 1a and the direct cooling compartment 4a, ensuring that the food in the drawer receives appropriate refrigeration or freezing effects. This design not only improves refrigeration efficiency but also reduces energy consumption.

[0028] The sliding design of drawer assembly 2 enhances the refrigerator's ease of use. Users can easily pull out the drawer for convenient food storage and retrieval. The multi-layered drawer body 22 allows for better categorization and storage of different types of food, improving the refrigerator's efficiency. The bracket 21 and drawer body 22, made of corrosion-resistant materials, not only improve product durability but also reduce maintenance costs, ensuring the refrigerator maintains good performance over long-term use. The drawer body 22 is secured to the bracket 21 with clips or screws, facilitating disassembly and cleaning. This design allows users to regularly clean the drawers, maintaining hygiene inside the refrigerator and further preventing odor buildup and cross-contamination.

[0029] Please see Figure 2 In order to prevent cold air inside the drawer body 22 from flowing out of the slot of the receiving groove 1a and to increase the stability of the entire direct cooling drawer mechanism, the drawer assembly 2 also includes a door 23, which is connected to the bracket 21 and is used to cover the slot of the receiving groove 1a.

[0030] In one embodiment, the door 23 is connected to the bracket 21, and the door 23 and bracket 21 are securely connected by snaps, screws, or other fixing methods. The size and shape of the door 23 match the opening of the receiving groove 1a, ensuring that the door 23 can tightly cover the opening. The door 23 can adopt a double-layer structure, with an inner layer of heat-insulating material and an outer layer of metal or high-strength plastic to improve heat insulation and durability. For example, the inner layer can use heat-insulating materials such as polyurethane foam, and the outer layer can use stainless steel or high-strength plastic. The door 23 can be designed to be detachable for easy cleaning and maintenance by the user. For example, the door 23 can be connected to the bracket 21 by snaps, allowing the user to easily remove and install the door 23. The door 23 tightly covers the opening of the receiving groove 1a, effectively preventing cold air from the drawer body 22 from flowing out of the opening and improving the refrigeration effect. The secure connection between the door 23 and the bracket 21 enhances the stability of the entire drawer assembly 2. During drawer sliding, the door 23 remains stable, preventing drawer wobbling or instability caused by cold air leakage. The design of the door 23 not only improves refrigeration efficiency but also enhances the refrigerator's usability. Users can easily open and close the door 23 for convenient food access. Simultaneously, the removable design of the door 23 facilitates cleaning and maintenance, keeping the refrigerator's interior hygienic. By reducing cold air leakage, the door 23 design helps lower the refrigerator's energy consumption. This application's direct-cooling drawer mechanism not only effectively prevents cold air leakage but also improves the overall stability of the mechanism and user experience, while reducing energy consumption and adapting to the needs of different markets.

[0031] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In order to better seal the opening of the receiving groove 1a of the door body 23 and further prevent the loss of cold air, while ensuring the freshness of the food in the drawer body 22, a sealing strip 231 is provided at the end of the door body 23 near the box body 1. The sealing strip 231 is provided along the periphery of the side of the door body 23 facing the box body 1. A mating part 11 is provided at the periphery of the opening of the receiving groove 1a. The sealing strip 231 is magnetically connected to the mating part 11.

[0032] In this embodiment, the sealing strip 231 is arranged along the periphery of the side of the door 23 facing the housing 1, ensuring that the sealing strip 231 can fully cover the area where the door 23 contacts the groove of the receiving groove 1a. The sealing strip 231 can be made of magnetic material, such as magnetic rubber or magnetic silicone, to achieve magnetic connection with the mating part 11. For example, the sealing strip 231 can be designed as a double-layer structure, with the inner layer being a magnetic material and the outer layer being a flexible material (such as rubber or silicone) to improve the flexibility and durability of the sealing strip 231. This design not only enhances the sealing effect but also reduces damage caused by hard impacts. The groove of the receiving groove 1a is provided with a mating part 11 around its opening. The mating part 11 can be made of magnetic material or a metal material that matches a magnetic material. For example, the mating part 11 can be a magnetic metal strip embedded in the periphery of the groove, forming a magnetic connection with the magnetic sealing strip 231 on the door 23. The shape and size of the mating part 11 should match the sealing strip 231 to ensure that the two can fit tightly together. For example, the mating part 11 can be designed as a groove shape, and the sealing strip 231 can be designed as a matching protrusion shape to enhance the sealing effect.

[0033] It should be noted that the magnetic connection between the magnetic sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11 ensures a tight fit between the door 23 and the groove of the receiving slot 1a, effectively preventing cold air leakage from the groove. This design not only improves the refrigeration effect but also reduces energy waste and lowers the refrigerator's energy consumption. By enhancing the sealing effect, food inside the drawer body 22 can be kept in a more stable low-temperature environment, thereby extending its shelf life. For example, perishable foods such as meat and seafood can maintain their freshness for a longer time in a well-sealed environment. The magnetic connection design makes the opening and closing of the door 23 smoother, allowing users to easily open and close the door 23, improving ease of use. At the same time, the flexible design of the sealing strip 231 reduces damage caused by hard impacts, extending the product's lifespan. The material selection and design of the sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11 take into account durability and ease of maintenance. For example, magnetic rubber or magnetic silicone materials are not only durable but also easy to clean, reducing user maintenance costs. This design can be adjusted according to different refrigerator models and application scenarios. For example, high-performance magnetic and flexible materials can be used for high-end refrigerators, while lower-cost materials can be used for mid- to low-end refrigerators to meet the needs of different markets.

[0034] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In order to improve the magnetic attraction between the sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11, both the sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11 are magnetic components; or the sealing strip 231 is a magnetic component and the mating part 11 is a ferromagnetic metal.

[0035] In one embodiment, to further enhance the magnetic attraction between the sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11, this application provides two specific design schemes. Both the sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11 are magnetic components. For example, the sealing strip 231 can be made of neodymium iron boron magnetic material, while the mating part 11 is made of the same or different types of magnetic materials, achieving a tight fit through the mutual attraction of magnetic poles. Alternatively, the sealing strip 231 is a magnetic component, while the mating part 11 is made of a ferromagnetic metal, such as stainless steel or soft iron. This combination utilizes the strong attraction of the magnetic component to the ferromagnetic metal to ensure a tight connection between the sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11. The sealing strip 231 can be designed as a flexible magnetic strip, its shape matching the periphery of the groove opening of the receiving groove 1a to achieve a seamless fit. The mating part 11 can be a ferromagnetic metal strip or metal ring fixed to the periphery of the groove opening.

[0036] This application embodiment significantly enhances the magnetic attraction between the sealing strip 231 and the mating part 11 by employing magnetic components or a combination of magnetic components and ferromagnetic metals, thereby strengthening the sealing performance of the direct-cooling drawer mechanism. This design not only effectively prevents cold air leakage and improves the refrigeration effect, but also extends the shelf life of food. Specifically, the tight fit between the magnetic sealing strip 231 and the ferromagnetic metal mating part 11 reduces cold air loss and increased energy consumption due to poor sealing. Furthermore, this magnetic connection method improves the ease of opening and closing the door 23, allowing users to easily open and close the door 23 while reducing damage caused by hard impacts. For example, in practical applications, the combination of the sealing strip 231 made of neodymium iron boron magnetic rubber and the stainless steel mating part 11 provides strong adsorption force, ensuring a tight fit when the door 23 is closed, maintaining good sealing performance even under frequent use. This design not only improves product durability but also reduces user maintenance costs and enhances the overall user experience.

[0037] Please see Figure 4 In order to ensure that the drawer body 22 can be stably placed on the support 21 during use, a limiting part 221 is provided at one end of the drawer body 22, and the limiting part 221 abuts against the support 21.

[0038] In one embodiment of this application, a limiting part 221 protrudes from one end of the drawer body 22. The shape and size of the limiting part 221 match the abutment surface of the bracket 21 to ensure a tight fit between the two. The limiting part 221 can take various shapes, such as rectangular or arc-shaped, depending on the design of the bracket 21. The limiting part 221 can be made of the same material as the drawer body 22, such as high-strength plastic or metal, to ensure its durability and stability. For example, the limiting part 221 can be integrally formed with the drawer body 22, or fixed to the drawer body 22 by screws, clips, or other means. The bracket 21 has an abutment surface that mates with the limiting part 221. This abutment surface can be a plane, a groove, or other shapes to ensure that the limiting part 221 can stably abut against the bracket 21. The abutment surface of the bracket 21 can be designed as a groove that matches the shape of the limiting part 221 to provide better support and stability.

[0039] The contact design between the limiting part 221 and the bracket 21 ensures that the drawer body 22 is stably placed on the bracket 21 during sliding, reducing the risk of items falling or being damaged due to drawer wobbling. This design is particularly suitable for drawers storing fragile or heavy items, ensuring safety during use. The stable drawer design improves the user experience, allowing users to easily access items without worrying about drawer wobbling or instability. The limiting part 221 also reduces the impact force when the drawer closes, extending the lifespan of the drawer and bracket 21. Various design variations of the limiting part 221 and bracket 21 can be adjusted according to different application scenarios. For example, for high-end refrigerators, metal materials and precision-machined limiting parts 221 and bracket 21 can be used; for mid-to-low-end refrigerators, high-strength plastic materials can be used to reduce costs. By reducing drawer wobbling and impact during use, the limiting part 221 design extends the lifespan of the drawer and bracket 21, reducing repair and replacement costs due to damage. This design not only improves product durability but also reduces user maintenance costs.

[0040] Please see Figures 2 to 4 In order to increase the storage capacity of the drawer body 22 and ensure that the items inside the drawer can be accessed and placed more easily, the drawer body 22 has a multi-layer structure. The side wall of the drawer body 22 is provided with a connection hole 22a, which connects the inside of the drawer body 22 to the outside.

[0041] In this embodiment, the drawer body 22 adopts a multi-layer structure, with each layer separated by an independent partition to meet the storage needs of different foods. For example, the upper layer can be used to store perishable foods such as meat and seafood, while the lower layer is used to store vegetables and fruits. This layered design not only improves storage efficiency but also reduces cross-contamination of flavors between different foods. Each partition can be detachable, allowing users to adjust its position and number as needed. For example, the partitions can be fixed to the side wall of the drawer body 22 by clips or screws, and users can flexibly adjust their position according to the size and shape of the stored items. The side wall of the drawer body 22 has a connecting hole 22a, which connects the interior and exterior of the drawer body 22. The connecting hole 22a facilitates the user's access to items in each drawer layer.

[0042] By designing the drawer body 22 as a multi-layered structure and providing connection holes 22a on the side walls, this embodiment significantly improves the storage capacity and ease of use of the drawer body 22. The multi-layered structure significantly increases the storage capacity of the drawer body 22, allowing users to flexibly adjust the position and number of dividers 3 according to the storage needs of different foods. This design not only improves storage efficiency but also reduces cross-contamination of flavors between different foods, ensuring food freshness. The multi-layered structure and connection holes 22a enhance the user experience, allowing users to easily access items without worrying about clutter inside the drawer. This design is particularly suitable for home users, meeting the storage needs of different family members. By reducing clutter inside the drawer and improving air circulation, the multi-layered structure and connection holes 22a extend the drawer's lifespan, reducing repair and replacement costs due to damage. This design not only improves product durability but also reduces user maintenance costs.

[0043] Please see Figures 2 to 4 In order to further increase the storage capacity of the box 1 and to divide the space of the receiving slot 1a into functional zones, the drawer assembly 2 includes two supports 21 and two drawer bodies 22. The two supports 21 are slidably disposed on the box 1, and the two drawer bodies 22 are respectively connected to a support 21. The two drawer bodies 22 and the two supports 21 can all accommodate the space in the receiving slot 1a.

[0044] In one embodiment, the drawer assembly 2 includes two independent supports 21, each of which is slidably mounted within the cabinet 1 via a slide rail, ensuring the drawer's stability and smoothness during sliding. The supports 21 can be made of high-strength plastic or metal to ensure durability and stability. For example, the supports 21 can be made of aluminum alloy, with precision machining ensuring a tight fit with the slide rail. Two drawer bodies 22 are each connected to one support 21, and each drawer body 22 can accommodate items confined within a receiving slot 1a. The drawer bodies 22 can be designed as multi-layered structures, with each layer separated by independent partitions 3 to meet the storage needs of different foods. For example, one drawer body 22 can be designed with three layers for storing meat and seafood; the other drawer body 22 can be designed with two layers for storing vegetables and fruits. This partitioned design not only improves storage capacity but also reduces cross-contamination of odors between different foods. The cabinet 1 is made of stainless steel, with an inner layer filled with polyurethane foam to improve insulation. A rubber sealing strip 231 is provided at the edge of the receiving slot 1a to ensure a tight seal when the drawer assembly 2 is closed. The two supports 21 are made of aluminum alloy and are precision machined to ensure a tight fit with the drawer slides. Each drawer body 22 is made of high-strength plastic and filled with polystyrene foam to improve insulation.

[0045] By designing drawer assembly 2, which includes two supports 21 and two drawer bodies 22, this embodiment significantly improves the storage capacity and space utilization efficiency of the cabinet 1. The design of the two drawer bodies 22 significantly increases the storage space of the cabinet 1, allowing users to flexibly allocate the use of each drawer according to the storage needs of different foods. For example, one drawer can be used to store meat and seafood, while another can be used to store vegetables and fruits. This partitioned design not only improves storage capacity but also reduces cross-contamination of flavors between different foods, ensuring food freshness. The independent sliding design of the two supports 21 improves space utilization efficiency, allowing users to independently control the opening and closing of each drawer, enhancing ease of use. For example, users can easily access items in one drawer without opening another. This design is particularly suitable for family users, meeting the storage needs of different family members. The design of the two drawer bodies 22 and the two supports 21 enhances the user experience, allowing users to more easily access items without worrying about clutter. The independently controlled drawer design also reduces cold air loss due to frequent opening and closing, improving refrigeration efficiency.

[0046] Please see Figures 2 to 4 To further prevent food from tasting each other between the two drawer bodies 22, the direct cooling drawer mechanism also includes a partition 3, which is detachably connected to the cabinet 1 and is located between the two drawer bodies 22.

[0047] In this embodiment, the partition 3 and the housing 1 are detachably connected, facilitating installation and disassembly by the user as needed. The partition 3 can be connected in various ways, such as by snap-fit, screw fixing, or magnetic adsorption. For example, the partition 3 can be tightly connected to the inner wall of the housing 1 via snap-fit, ensuring its stability during use. The partition 3 can be made of high-strength plastic or metal to ensure its durability and sealing performance. For example, the partition 3 can be made of stainless steel with a finely processed surface to improve its sealing performance. The thickness of the partition 3 can be adjusted according to actual needs to ensure sufficient strength and sealing effect.

[0048] By adding a partition 3 to the direct-cooling drawer mechanism, this embodiment significantly improves the sealing performance of the drawer body 22, effectively preventing cross-contamination of odors between the two drawer bodies 22. The partition 3 divides the space of the receiving slot 1a into two independent areas, effectively preventing cross-contamination of odors between the two drawer bodies 22. This is especially important for storing foods with strong odors (such as onions, garlic, seafood, etc.), ensuring that the food in the refrigerator maintains its own freshness and flavor. The removable design of the partition 3 improves the user experience; users can flexibly adjust the position of the partition 3 or remove it as needed to meet different storage requirements. This design is particularly suitable for family users, meeting the storage needs of different family members. The sealing design of the partition 3 further enhances the sealing performance of the drawer body 22, reducing cold air loss and improving refrigeration efficiency. For example, the surface of the partition 3 is designed with a sealing strip 231, which can further enhance the sealing effect, ensuring that the food inside the drawer remains in a stable low-temperature environment.

[0049] Please see Figures 4 to 7 In order to ensure that the sealing of the other drawer is not affected when the two drawers are pulled out independently, and to ensure that the door 23 can be sealed normally, the cabinet 1 is provided with a partition 12. The partition 12 is located in the groove of the receiving groove 1a and is connected to the opposite side walls. The drawer assembly 2 includes two doors 23, and one side of the sealing strip 231 of the two doors 23 abuts against the partition 12.

[0050] In one embodiment, a partition 12 is provided at the opening of the receiving groove 1a of the housing 1. The partition 12 connects to the opposite side walls, dividing the opening of the receiving groove 1a into two independent areas. The partition 12 can be made of the same or different material as the housing 1, such as high-strength plastic or metal, to ensure its durability and stability. For example, the partition 12 can be made of stainless steel with a finely processed surface to improve its sealing performance. The shape and size of the partition 12 should match the sealing strip 231 of the drawer body 22 door 23 to ensure that the sealing strip 231 can fit tightly against the partition 12. The height of the partition 12 can be adjusted according to the height of the drawer body 22, generally slightly higher than the height of the drawer body 22, to ensure a good sealing effect. The drawer assembly 2 includes two doors 23, and one side of the sealing strip 231 of each door 23 abuts against the partition 12. The sealing strip 231 can be made of magnetic or flexible material, such as magnetic rubber or flexible silicone, to ensure a tight fit between the sealing strip 231 and the partition 12. For example, the sealing strip 231 can be made of magnetic rubber material, with an inner layer of neodymium iron boron magnetic particles and an outer layer of flexible rubber. The door body 23 can be connected to the bracket 21 by clips, screws, or other fixing methods to ensure the stability of the door body 23 during use. The size and shape of the door body 23 should match the groove of the receiving groove 1a to ensure that the door body 23 can tightly cover the groove.

[0051] By providing a partition 12 on the cabinet 1 and designing the sealing strips 231 of the two doors 23 of the drawer assembly 2 to abut against the partition 12, this embodiment significantly improves the sealing performance of the drawer assembly 2, ensuring that the sealing performance of the other drawer is not affected when the two drawers are pulled out independently. The partition 12 divides the opening of the receiving groove 1a into two independent areas, ensuring that the sealing strips 231 of each drawer door 23 can tightly fit against the partition 12, effectively preventing cold air leakage and food odor transfer. The two drawers can be pulled out independently, and the user will not affect the sealing performance of the other drawer during use, improving the convenience and flexibility of use. This design is particularly suitable for family users and can meet the storage needs of different family members. By reducing cold air leakage and food odor transfer, the design of the partition 12 and the door 23 extends the service life of the refrigerator and reduces the repair and replacement costs caused by damage. This design not only improves the durability of the product but also reduces the user's maintenance costs. By enhancing the sealing performance, the design of the partition 12 and the door 23 reduces the loss of cold air, improves the refrigeration effect, and reduces energy consumption. This design not only improves the refrigerator's energy efficiency but also meets the requirements of energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0052] Secondly, please refer to Figures 5 to 7 This application provides a refrigerator, including a refrigerator body 4 and a direct cooling drawer mechanism. The refrigerator body 4 has a direct cooling compartment 4a inside. The cabinet 1 is connected to the inner wall of the direct cooling compartment 4a and is located in the direct cooling compartment 4a.

[0053] In this embodiment, the refrigerator body 4 has a direct cooling compartment 4a for storing food that needs to be refrigerated or frozen. The cabinet 1 of the direct cooling drawer mechanism is connected to the inner wall of the direct cooling compartment 4a and is located inside the direct cooling compartment 4a. This design allows the direct cooling drawer mechanism to effectively exchange heat with the direct cooling compartment 4a, while the cabinet 1 acts as an insulator to prevent food in the drawer body 22 from mixing with the food in the direct cooling compartment 4a. The cabinet 1 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the direct cooling compartment 4a by connectors (such as screws, clips, or welding) to ensure the stability of the cabinet 1 during use. The choice of connectors can be determined based on the materials of the cabinet 1 and the direct cooling compartment 4a. For example, if both the cabinet 1 and the direct cooling compartment 4a are made of metal, screws can be used for connection; if they are made of plastic, clips can be used for connection. The shape and size of the cabinet 1 should match the internal space of the direct cooling compartment 4a to ensure that the direct cooling drawer mechanism can be installed smoothly and work normally. The direct-cooling drawer mechanism includes a drawer body 22 and a support 21. The drawer body 22 is slidably mounted on the cabinet 1 via the support 21. The drawer body 22 can be designed as a multi-layer structure, with each layer separated by an independent partition 3 to meet the storage needs of different foods. For example, one drawer body 22 can be used to store meat and seafood, while another drawer body 22 can be used to store vegetables and fruits.

[0054] It should be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular exemplary embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “described” as used herein may also mean including the plural forms. The terms “comprising,” “including,” “containing,” and “having” are inclusive and therefore indicate the presence of the stated features, steps, operations, elements, and / or direct-cooling drawer mechanisms, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, direct-cooling drawer mechanisms, and / or combinations thereof. The method steps, processes, and operations described herein are not construed as requiring them to be performed in a particular order described or illustrated, unless the order of performance is explicitly indicated. It should also be understood that additional or alternative steps may be used.

[0055] Although terms such as first, second, third, etc., may be used in this document to describe multiple elements, direct-cooling drawer mechanisms, areas, layers, and / or sections, these elements, direct-cooling drawer mechanisms, areas, layers, and / or sections should not be limited by these terms. These terms may be used only to distinguish one element, direct-cooling drawer mechanism, area, layer, or section from another area, layer, or section. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, terms such as "first," "second," and other numerical terms used herein do not imply order or sequence. Therefore, the first element, direct-cooling drawer mechanism, area, layer, or section discussed below may be referred to as the second element, direct-cooling drawer mechanism, area, layer, or section without departing from the teachings of the exemplary embodiments.

[0056] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A direct cooling drawer mechanism applied to a refrigerator, characterized in that, include: The cabinet (1) has a receiving slot (1a) inside. The cabinet (1) is used to connect the direct cooling compartment (4a) of the refrigerator and to isolate the receiving slot (1a) from the direct cooling compartment (4a). The receiving slot (1a) can exchange heat with the direct cooling compartment (4a). A drawer assembly (2) includes a bracket (21) and a drawer body (22). The bracket (21) is slidably disposed on the box body (1). The drawer body (22) is connected to the bracket (21). The drawer body (22) and the bracket (21) are capable of accommodating and confining the receiving groove (1a).

2. A direct-cooling drawer mechanism according to claim 1, wherein, The drawer assembly (2) also includes a door (23) connected to the bracket (21), and the door (23) is used to cover the opening of the receiving groove (1a).

3. The direct-cooling drawer mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, A sealing strip (231) is provided at one end of the door (23) near the box (1). The sealing strip (231) is provided along the periphery of the side of the door (23) facing the box (1). A mating part (11) is provided at the periphery of the groove opening of the receiving groove (1a). The sealing strip (231) is magnetically connected to the mating part (11).

4. A direct cool drawer mechanism according to claim 3, wherein, Both the sealing strip (231) and the mating part (11) are magnetic components; or the sealing strip (231) is a magnetic component and the mating part (11) is a ferromagnetic metal.

5. A direct cooling drawer mechanism according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, One end of the drawer body (22) is provided with a limiting part (221), which abuts against the bracket (21).

6. The direct-cooling drawer mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The drawer body (22) has a multi-layer structure. The side wall of the drawer body (22) is provided with a connecting hole (22a), which connects the interior and exterior of the drawer body (22).

7. A direct cooling drawer mechanism according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The drawer assembly (2) includes two brackets (21) and two drawer bodies (22). The two brackets (21) are slidably disposed on the box body (1). The two drawer bodies (22) are respectively connected to one of the brackets (21). The two drawer bodies (22) and the two brackets (21) can accommodate the receiving groove (1a).

8. A direct-cooling drawer mechanism according to claim 7, wherein, The direct-cooling drawer mechanism also includes a partition (3), which is detachably connected to the cabinet (1) and is located between the two drawer bodies (22).

9. A direct cool drawer mechanism according to any one of claims 3-4, characterized in that, The box body (1) is provided with a partition (12), which is located at the opening of the receiving groove (1a) and connected to the opposite side walls; the drawer assembly (2) includes two doors (23), one side of the sealing strip (231) of the two doors (23) abuts against the partition (12).

10. A refrigerator characterized by comprising: include: The refrigerator body (4) has a direct cooling compartment (4a) inside. According to any one of claims 1-9, the cabinet (1) is connected to the inner wall of the direct cooling chamber (4a) and is located in the direct cooling chamber (4a).

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