showcase

Abstract

Provided is a showcase in which items stored inside are managed and exhibited. A showcase according to one aspect of the present invention comprises: an outer cabinet; an inner cabinet installed inside the outer cabinet and having an accommodation space formed to accommodate items; and an inner cover installed inside the inner cabinet and covering an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet in the accommodation space.

Description

Invention Title: SHOWCASE TECHNICAL FIELD [1] The present disclosure relates to a showcase, and more particularly, to a showcase in which an article accommodated therein is managed and displayed. BACKGROUND [2] Articles such as bags, clothing, and shoes need to be appropriately stored according to their characteristics in order to maintain their shape and allow them to be used for a long period of time. When such articles are stored by being stacked in layers, deformation or damage to the shape or quality of the articles may occur. Accordingly, storage cabinets and the like are generally used to organize and store such articles. [3] In recent years, people have begun collecting articles such as bags, clothing, and shoes of popular brands as a hobby or for investment purposes, and interest in showcases configured to accommodate, manage, and display such articles has been increasing. [4] Regarding a showcase in which articles accommodated therein are managed and displayed as described above, U.S. Patent Application Publication No. 2017-0031081 (hereinafter referred to as “prior document 1”) discloses a showcase. [5] Specifically, prior document 1 discloses a display module configured to display an image, a housing coupled to a rear surface of the display module and forming a display space configured to accommodate an object, a stand configured to support the display module and the housing, and the like. [6] However, although the showcase of prior document 1 discloses a structure in which a display effect is enhanced by a light source while an object is protected from an external environment, there is an issue in that, since the display space is formed only by a housing formed of a single member, the showcase is not effective in protecting the accommodated object from an external force or heat transfer caused by the external environment. [7] In addition, prior document 1 does not contemplate a structure for managing and displaying a plurality of various articles in a single showcase, and thus there is a limitation in that the range of use of the showcase is restricted. [8] Further, Korean Patent Registration No. 10-2294566 (hereinafter referred to as “prior document 2”) discloses a smart bag storage apparatus and a method of using the same. [9] Specifically, prior document 2 discloses at least one storage case disposed inside a main body portion and configured to accommodate a bag, a configuration in which the storage case is provided with a ventilation opening such that air may be discharged to an external environment and air may be supplied from the external environment, a configuration in which temperature and humidity of a storage space are managed, and the like.

[10] However, the storage apparatus of prior document 2 merely discloses a structure in which a bag is individually accommodated, managed, and displayed in each storage case, and has a limitation in that it does not contemplate a structure for protecting the bag in each storage case from an external force or heat transfer caused by the external environment.

[11] In addition, since a sensor module and a processing module for managing and displaying a bag must be individually installed in each storage case, there is an issue in that the storage apparatus is inefficient in storing and displaying a plurality of various articles in a single storage apparatus.

[12] As described above, a showcase in which articles are accommodated, managed, and displayed has challenges to address in providing an effective and efficient structure that minimizes effects of an external environment on the articles and enables a plurality of articles to be managed and displayed in various manners.

[13] However, existing showcases have limitations in adequately addressing such challenges. DISCLOSURE TECHNICAL PROBLEM

[14] The present disclosure is directed to addressing the above-described issues associated with showcases in which an article accommodated therein is managed and displayed.

[15] Specifically, the present disclosure is directed to providing a showcase in which a structure for accommodating, managing, and displaying an article is made more stable, thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[16] The present disclosure is further directed to providing a showcase in which an installation space is separately formed in a structure for accommodating, managing, and displaying an article, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[17] The present disclosure is further directed to providing a showcase in which an installation space is not directly exposed to a user in a structure for accommodating, managing, and displaying an article, thereby further improving aesthetic appearance and minimizing malfunction or damage.

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[19] The technical problems to be addressed by the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems described above, and other technical problems not mentioned above will be clearly understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art from the following description. TECHNICAL SOLUTION

[20] In order to achieve the above or other goals, a showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure is configured such that an article is more stably accommodated in an accommodation space. Specifically, the showcase is configured such that the article is accommodated in the accommodation space while an inner cover covers an inner wall surface of an inner cabinet.

[21] Further, the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure is configured such that an installation space is formed separately from a portion in which the article is accommodated. Specifically, the showcase is configured such that the article is accommodated in the accommodation space inward of the inner cover, and an installation space is separately formed between the inner cover and the inner cabinet.

[22] Further, the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure is configured such that the separately formed installation space is not directly exposed to a user. Specifically, the showcase is configured such that, when the user views the accommodation space from the front, the installation space is concealed by the inner cover.

[23] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, the accommodation space may be illuminated by a lighting unit.

[24] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, electrical equipment connected to the lighting unit may be installed in the installation space.

[25] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, air in the accommodation space may circulate through an intake port and a discharge port.

[26] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, heat exchange of air circulating in the accommodation space may be performed in a machine room disposed below the inner cabinet.

[27] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, an intake duct connecting the machine room and the intake port and a discharge duct connecting the machine room and the discharge port may be installed in the installation space.

[28] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, the accommodation space may be divided in a variable manner by an adjustable shelf capable of being raised and lowered.

[29] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, a shelf rail configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf may be installed in the installation space.

[30] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, insulation may be interposed between an outer cabinet and the inner cabinet.

[31] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, a frame may be coupled to each of the outer cabinet and the inner cabinet.

[32] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, the inner cover may include a side cover, a rear cover, an upper cover, and a lower cover.

[33] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, the inner cover may further include a front cover.

[34] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, the accommodation space may be divided into front and rear portions by an openable and closable partition.

[35] Further, in the showcase according to an aspect of the present disclosure, the partition may be received in the installation space as the partition is opened.

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[37] Technical solutions of the present disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned technical solutions, and other technical solutions not mentioned above will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[38] FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a showcase according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[39] FIG. 2 is a view illustrating a state in which a door of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1 is opened.

[40] FIG. 3 is an exploded view illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[41] FIGS. 4 and 5 are views illustrating transverse cross sections of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[42] FIG. 6 is a view illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1 with an outer cabinet omitted.

[43] FIG. 7 is a view illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 6 with a frame and insulation omitted.

[44] FIGS. 8 and 9 are views illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 7 with an inner cabinet omitted.

[45] FIG. 10 is a view illustrating a modification in which the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1 is divided by a partition.

[46] FIG. 11 is a view illustrating a state in which a door of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10 is opened.

[47] FIG. 12 is a view illustrating a state in which the partition of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 11 is opened.

[48] FIG. 13 is an exploded view illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10.

[49] FIGS. 14 and 15 are views illustrating transverse cross sections of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10.

[50] FIG. 16 is a view illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10 with an outer cabinet omitted.

[51] FIG. 17 is a view illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 16 with a frame and insulation omitted.

[52] FIG. 18 is a view illustrating the showcase illustrated in FIG. 17 with an inner cabinet omitted.

[53] FIG. 19 is a view illustrating a rear-side inner cover, a front-side inner cover, and a partition of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10 in greater detail.

[54] FIGS. 20 and 21 are views illustrating an example of opening and closing of the partition of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10.

[55] FIGS. 22 and 23 are views illustrating a partition sensor unit of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10 in greater detail.

[56] FIGS. 24 and 25 are views illustrating a partition rail of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 10 in greater detail.

[57] FIG. 26 is a view illustrating an example of fastening between an inner cover and an inner cabinet of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[58] FIG. 27 is a view illustrating an example of fastening between the inner cabinet and a frame of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[59] FIG. 28 is a view illustrating a modification in which the inner cabinet of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1 includes an upper inner cabinet and a lower inner cabinet.

[60] FIGS. 29 to 32 are views illustrating main components for air circulation in the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1 as viewed from the front, rear, left side, and right side, respectively.

[61] FIGS. 33A and 33B are longitudinal cross-sectional views illustrating main components for air circulation in the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[62] FIG. 34 is a view separately illustrating an intake duct and a discharge duct of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[63] FIG. 35 is a view illustrating an intake port of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[64] FIG. 36 is a view illustrating a first light of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[65] FIG. 37 is a view illustrating the first light illustrated in FIG. 36 in transverse cross section.

[66] FIG. 38 is a view illustrating the first light illustrated in FIG. 36 in greater detail.

[67] FIG. 39 is a view illustrating a second light of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[68] FIG. 40 is a view illustrating the second light illustrated in FIG. 39 in greater detail.

[69] FIG. 41 is a view illustrating an example of an arrangement of a lighting unit in the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[70] FIGS. 42 and 43 are views illustrating a fourth light and a fifth light of the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1.

[71] FIG. 44 is a view illustrating an example of a structure for controlling the lighting unit according to a user's approach in the showcase illustrated in FIG. 1. DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS

[72] Hereinbelow, preferred embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in greater detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description, explanations of known functions or structures that may obscure the gist of the present disclosure are omitted.

[73] The X direction, Y direction, and Z direction described in the embodiments of the present disclosure may be directions that are orthogonal to each other. Each of the X direction and Y direction may be a direction parallel to a horizontal direction, and the Z direction may be a direction parallel to a vertical direction. When the X direction is a direction parallel to the left-right direction, the Y direction may be a direction parallel to the front-rear direction. When the X direction is a direction parallel to the front-rear direction, the Y direction may be a direction parallel to the left-right direction.

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[75] FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 2 is a view illustrating a state in which a door (101) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1 is opened. FIG. 3 is an exploded view illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIGS. 4 and 5 are views illustrating transverse cross sections of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 6 is a view illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1 with an outer cabinet (100) omitted. FIG. 7 is a view illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 6 with a frame (120) and insulation (110) omitted. FIGS. 8 and 9 are views illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 7 with an inner cabinet (200) omitted.

[76] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes an outer cabinet (100), an inner cabinet (200), and an inner cover (300).

[77] The outer cabinet (100) forms a main exterior of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment, and main components such as the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300) may be installed inside the outer cabinet (100).

[78] In this case, the outer cabinet (100) may have an open front, and a door (101) may be installed at the front of the outer cabinet (100).

[79] The inner cabinet (200) is installed inside the outer cabinet (100) and has an accommodation space (201) configured to accommodate an article. The article may enter and exit the accommodation space (201) through an open front, and the accommodation space (201) may be opened and closed by the door (101).

[80] The article may include at least one of a bag, a camera, wine, perfume, a trophy, tableware, shoes, a wallet, a doll, a toy, a figure, a plastic model, an accessory, a souvenir, other collectibles, and the like.

[81] Accordingly, the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may be configured to manage at least one of a bag, a camera, wine, perfume, a trophy, tableware, shoes, a wallet, a doll, a toy, a figure, a plastic model, an accessory, a souvenir, other collectibles, and the like.

[82] In this case, the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may be referred to as an “article management apparatus.” In particular, the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may manage bags including handbags, and thus may be referred to as a “bag management apparatus.”

[83] The inner cover (300) is installed inside the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[84] That is, the inner cover (300) may be installed to form the innermost surface in the accommodation space (201) of the inner cabinet (200), such that the inner cabinet (200) forming the accommodation space (201) is concealed by the inner cover (300).

[85] Accordingly, a user may place an article in a portion of the accommodation space (201) inward of the inner cover (300), such that the article may be managed and displayed in the portion inward of the inner cover (300).

[86] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) while the inner cover (300) covers the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) does not directly contact the inner cabinet (200), thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[87] Further, when the inner cover (300) has a predetermined design element, a display effect of the article disposed in the accommodation space (201) inward of the inner cover (300) may be further enhanced.

[88] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an installation space (202) may be formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300).

[89] That is, the inner cover (300) covering the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) may be installed to be spaced apart from the inner cabinet (200) by a predetermined distance, such that a predetermined space is formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300).

[90] Accordingly, the accommodation space (201) may be divided such that an article is disposed in a space inward of the inner cover (300), while main components other than the article are disposed in the installation space (202) between the inner cover (300) and the inner cabinet (200).

[91] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) inward of the inner cover (300) and the installation space (202) is separately formed between the inner cover (300) and the inner cabinet (200), interference between the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) and the main components may be prevented, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[92] Further, when a space between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) is configured as an insulation space, the main components may be disposed using the installation space (202) divided by the inner cover (300) in the accommodation space (201), without a need to dispose the main components in the insulation space.

[93] With the structure of the showcase (1000) in which the insulation space and the installation space (202) are separately formed as described above, the insulation space may be maximized within the designed structure without other components being disposed therein, thereby further improving the insulation performance of the showcase (1000).

[94] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the installation space (202) may be concealed from a front side of the accommodation space (201) by the inner cover (300).

[95] That is, the installation space (202) formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300) may be concealed when the user views the accommodation space (201) from the front, such that the main components installed in the installation space (202) are not exposed to the outside and only the portion inward of the inner cover (300), in which an article is disposed, is exposed to the outside.

[96] As described above, an article to be managed and displayed by the user is disposed in a portion of the accommodation space (201) inward of the inner cover (300), whereas the main components disposed in the installation space (202) between the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300) are not objects to be managed and displayed. Accordingly, it may be desirable for the installation space (202) not to be exposed to the outside.

[97] In particular, since the main components disposed in the installation space (202) have predetermined electrical and / or mechanical functions, there may be a risk of malfunction or damage when the main components are directly exposed to the user.

[98] Accordingly, it may be desirable to conceal the installation space (202) with the inner cover (300) such that the installation space (202) is not directly exposed to the user.

[99] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the installation space (202) is concealed by the inner cover (300) when the user views the accommodation space (201) from the front, external exposure of the main components installed in the installation space (202) may be prevented, thereby further improving aesthetic appearance and minimizing malfunction or damage.

[100] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a lighting unit (400) installed to illuminate the accommodation space (201).

[101] In this case, the lighting unit (400) may include a first light (410), a second light (420), a third light (430), a fourth light (440), a fifth light (450), and a sixth light (460), to be described below.

[102] That is, the lighting unit (400) having various light-emitting structures may be installed in the accommodation space (201) and may directly or indirectly illuminate an article disposed in the accommodation space (201).

[103] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is illuminated by the lighting unit (400), various visual effects may be produced through illumination, thereby enhancing a display effect of the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201).

[104] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include electrical equipment (401) installed in the installation space (202) and electrically connected to the lighting unit (400).

[105] That is, the electrical equipment (401), which may include a component for supplying power to the lighting unit (400), a component for controlling the lighting unit (400), and the like, may be installed in the installation space (202).

[106] Accordingly, the electrical equipment (401) may be stably disposed in the installation space (202), and the electrical equipment (401), which has a relatively complex structure, may be prevented from being exposed to the user.

[107] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the electrical equipment (401) connected to the lighting unit (400) is installed in the installation space (202), the electrical equipment (401) may stably perform its intended function.

[108] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an intake port (501) and a discharge port (502).

[109] The intake port (501) is formed in the inner cover (300) and is capable of drawing in air from the accommodation space (201), and air that has been used to manage the article in the accommodation space (201) may be discharged from the accommodation space (201) through the intake port (501).

[110] The discharge port (502) is formed in the inner cover (300) and is capable of supplying air into the accommodation space (201), and air to be used to manage an article may be supplied into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502).

[111] Accordingly, air in a condition (temperature and / or humidity) appropriate for management of the article may be supplied into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502), and air that has been used to manage the article and is no longer in an appropriate condition may be discharged through the intake port (501). By repeatedly circulating the air through this process, the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) may be maintained in an appropriate condition.

[112] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since air in the accommodation space (201) circulates through the intake port (501) and the discharge port (502), temperature and / or humidity of the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) may be effectively managed through air circulation.

[113] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a machine room (500) disposed below the inner cabinet (200), in which heat exchange is performed with air circulating in the accommodation space (201).

[114] In this case, a heat exchanger such as a heat pump or a thermoelectric module may be disposed in the machine room (500), such that heat exchange with air circulating in the accommodation space (201) may be performed.

[115] That is, air used to manage the article in the accommodation space (201) may be discharged through the intake port (501) and then moved to the machine room (500), and air changed to an appropriate condition through heat exchange may be supplied into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502) and used to manage the article.

[116] Meanwhile, in the air circulation structure described above, it may be desirable for the machine room (500) to be disposed as close as possible to the accommodation space (201). However, since relatively heavy components are disposed in the machine room (500), positioning the machine room (500) at a high location may be undesirable because it may cause vibration or tipping of the showcase (1000).

[117] Accordingly, it may be desirable to dispose the machine room (500) below the inner cabinet (200), thereby enabling air circulation in the accommodation space (201) while lowering the overall center of gravity of the showcase (1000).

[118] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since heat exchange of air circulating in the accommodation space (201) is performed in the machine room (500) disposed below the inner cabinet (200), relatively heavy components for temperature and / or humidity management may be disposed in a lower portion, thereby maintaining an overall stable structure.

[119] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an intake duct (510) and a discharge duct (520).

[120] The intake duct (510) is installed in the installation space (202) and connects the machine room (500) and the intake port (501), and air discharged from the accommodation space (201) through the intake port (501) may move to the machine room (500) along the intake duct (510).

[121] The discharge duct (520) is installed in the installation space (202) and connects the machine room (500) and the discharge port (502), and air subjected to heat exchange in the machine room (500) may move along the discharge duct (520) and be supplied into the accommodation space (201) from the discharge port (502).

[122] In particular, the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be installed in the installation space (202), such that the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be stably disposed in the installation space (202). Further, since the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) are disposed inward of the insulation space between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), heat loss of air moving along the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be prevented to some extent.

[123] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the intake duct (510) connecting the machine room (500) and the intake port (501) and the discharge duct (520) connecting the machine room (500) and the discharge port (502) are installed in the installation space (202), the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may stably perform their intended functions.

[124] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an adjustable shelf (600) installed to divide the accommodation space (201) and capable of being raised and lowered in a longitudinal direction.

[125] That is, the adjustable shelf (600) may be raised and lowered in the longitudinal direction within the accommodation space (201), thereby dividing the accommodation space (201) in a variable manner.

[126] For example, when articles having similar heights are accommodated above and below the adjustable shelf (600), the adjustable shelf (600) may be positioned in a middle portion of the accommodation space (201) in the longitudinal direction.

[127] By contrast, when a relatively tall article is to be disposed below the adjustable shelf (600) and a relatively short article is to be disposed above the adjustable shelf (600), the adjustable shelf (600) may be raised such that the adjustable shelf (600) is positioned at a portion biased toward an upper side of the accommodation space (201) in the longitudinal direction.

[128] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is divided in a variable manner by the adjustable shelf (600) capable of being raised and lowered, various articles may be accommodated by adjusting the height of the adjustable shelf (600).

[129] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a shelf rail (610) installed in the installation space (202) and configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf (600) in the longitudinal direction.

[130] That is, the adjustable shelf (600) may be coupled to the shelf rail (610) and may move along the length of the shelf rail (610) when raised and lowered in the longitudinal direction.

[131] In particular, the shelf rail (610) may be installed in the installation space (202), such that the shelf rail (610) may be stably disposed in the installation space (202), and the shelf rail (610), which has a relatively complex structure, may be prevented from being exposed to the user.

[132] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the shelf rail (610) configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf (600) is installed in the installation space (202), the shelf rail (610) may stably perform its intended function.

[133] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include insulation (110) interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200).

[134] That is, the inner cabinet (200) installed inside the outer cabinet (100) may be installed to be spaced apart from the outer cabinet (100) by a predetermined distance, such that the insulation (110) may be interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200).

[135] Accordingly, temperature effects transferred from the outside to the outer cabinet (100) may be blocked by the insulation (110), thereby preventing the temperature effects from being transferred to the inner cabinet (200).

[136] In particular, opposite sides of the insulation (110) may be respectively covered by the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), such that the insulation (110) may be installed in a more stable and efficient state.

[137] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the insulation (110) is interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), effects caused by changes in external temperature may be prevented from being transferred to the accommodation space (201), thereby enabling appropriate management of an article.

[138] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a frame (120) to which the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) are each coupled.

[139] That is, the frame (120) may be disposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), and the frame (120) may be coupled to each of the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200).

[140] Accordingly, even when the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) are not directly assembled to each other, they may be coupled to each other through the frame (120), and the frame (120) having predetermined rigidity may form an overall support structure of the showcase (1000).

[141] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the frame (120) is coupled to each of the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) may be easily assembled to and stably supported by the frame (120), thereby allowing the showcase (1000) to be smoothly and robustly manufactured.

[142] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may include a side cover (301), a rear cover (302), an upper cover (303), and a lower cover (304) respectively covering a side inner wall, a rear inner wall, an upper inner wall, and a lower inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[143] That is, the inner cover (300) may be formed by assembling the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304), each of which is separately formed, and the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304) may be disposed to respectively cover the side inner wall, the rear inner wall, the upper inner wall, and the lower inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[144] Accordingly, even when the inner cabinet (200) has various shapes, the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304) may each be separately formed in a corresponding manner and then assembled, such that the inner cover (300) may be installed inside the inner cabinet (200).

[145] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) includes the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304), installation of the inner cover (300) covering the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) may be facilitated.

[146] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may further include a front cover (305) covering a front inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[147] In this case, the front cover (305) may be disposed along the perimeter of the front of the inner cabinet (200) such that the accommodation space (201) is open at the front.

[148] As described above, within the accommodation space (201), the installation space (202) may be covered by the inner cover (300), and an article may be accommodated in the accommodation space (201); however, a front portion of the installation space (202) may be exposed to the user when the door (101) is open.

[149] Accordingly, it may be desirable to dispose the front cover (305) along the front perimeter of the inner cabinet (200) such that the front portion of the installation space (202) is not exposed even when the door (101) is open, thereby allowing the installation space (202) to remain covered by the inner cover (300) when the user views the accommodation space (201) from the front.

[150] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) further includes the front cover (305), the front portion of the installation space (202) may be concealed by the inner cover (300) even when the door (101) is open.

[151] FIG. 10 is a view illustrating a modification in which the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1 is divided by a partition (700). FIG. 11 is a view illustrating a state in which a door (101) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10 is opened. FIG. 12 is a view illustrating a state in which the partition (700) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 11 is opened. FIG. 13 is an exploded view illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10. FIGS. 14 and 15 are views illustrating transverse cross sections of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10. FIG. 16 is a view illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10 with an outer cabinet (100) omitted. FIG. 17 is a view illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 16 with a frame (120) and insulation (110) omitted. FIG. 18 is a view illustrating the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 17 with an inner cabinet (200) omitted.

[152] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes the outer cabinet (100), the inner cabinet (200), a rear-side inner cover (310), and a front-side inner cover (320).

[153] The rear-side inner cover (310) is installed in a rear region within the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form a rear portion of the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[154] That is, the rear-side inner cover (310) may be installed to form the rear portion of the innermost surface in the accommodation space (201) of the inner cabinet (200), such that a rear portion of the inner cabinet (200) forming the accommodation space (201) is concealed by the rear-side inner cover (310).

[155] The front-side inner cover (320) is installed in a front region within the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form a front portion of the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[156] That is, the front-side inner cover (320) may be installed to form the front portion of the innermost surface in the accommodation space (201) of the inner cabinet (200), such that a front portion of the inner cabinet (200) forming the accommodation space (201) is concealed by the front-side inner cover (320).

[157] Accordingly, a user may place an article in a portion of the accommodation space (201) inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), such that the article may be managed and displayed in the portion inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[158] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) while the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) cover the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) does not directly contact the inner cabinet (200), thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[159] Further, when the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) have predetermined design elements, a display effect of the article disposed in the accommodation space (201) inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) may be further enhanced.

[160] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a partition (700) installed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) so as to be openable and closable.

[161] That is, when the partition (700) is open, the accommodation space (201) is not divided, and the article may be managed and displayed in an integrated manner throughout the accommodation space (201).

[162] By contrast, when the partition (700) is closed, the accommodation space (201) is divided into front and rear portions, such that the user may separately manage and display an article in the front portion of the accommodation space (201) and the rear portion of the accommodation space (201).

[163] In particular, when the partition (700) is closed, the user cannot see the rear portion of the accommodation space (201) when viewing the accommodation space (201) from the front. Accordingly, the rear portion of the accommodation space (201) may be used for storage and management rather than display, while the front portion of the accommodation space (201) may be used for display and management.

[164] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is divided into front and rear portions by the openable and closable partition (700), portions of the accommodation space (201) may be separately used for storage and display.

[165] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an installation space (202) may be formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the rear-side inner cover (310) and between the inner cabinet (200) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[166] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), and the installation space (202) is separately formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the rear-side inner cover (310) and between the inner cabinet (200) and the front-side inner cover (320), interference between the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) and main components may be prevented, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[167] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the installation space (202) may be concealed from a front side of the accommodation space (201) by the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[168] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the installation space (202) is concealed by the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) when the user views the accommodation space (201) from the front, external exposure of main components installed in the installation space (202) may be prevented, thereby further improving aesthetic appearance and minimizing malfunction or damage.

[169] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the partition (700) may be received in the installation space (202) as the partition (700) is opened.

[170] Specifically, the partition (700) may move in a lateral direction between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) so as to be opened and closed. In this case, when the partition (700) is open, it may be desirable for the partition (700) to be exposed to the user as little as possible so that a greater portion of the accommodation space (201) is exposed to the outside.

[171] Accordingly, a portion of the partition (700) moving in the lateral direction for opening may be received in the installation space (202), such that the partition (700) is exposed to the user as little as possible when the partition (700) is open.

[172] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the partition (700) being opened is received in the installation space (202), exposure of the partition (700) to the outside in the opened state may be minimized.

[173] FIG. 19 is a view illustrating the rear-side inner cover (310), the front-side inner cover (320), and the partition (700) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10 in greater detail. FIGS. 20 and 21 are views illustrating an example of opening and closing of the partition (700) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10. FIGS. 22 and 23 are views illustrating a partition sensor unit (730) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10 in greater detail. FIGS. 24 and 25 are views illustrating a partition rail (710) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 10 in greater detail.

[174] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes an inner cabinet (200), a rear-side inner cover (310), a front-side inner cover (320), and a partition (700).

[175] The inner cabinet (200) has an accommodation space (201) configured to accommodate an article. The article may enter and exit the accommodation space (201) through an open front, and the accommodation space (201) may be opened and closed by a door (101).

[176] The rear-side inner cover (310) is installed in a rear region within the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form a rear portion of the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[177] The front-side inner cover (320) is installed in a front region within the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form a front portion of the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[178] Accordingly, a user may place an article in a portion of the accommodation space (201) inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), such that the article may be managed and displayed in the portion inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[179] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) while the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) cover the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) does not directly contact the inner cabinet (200), thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[180] Further, when the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) have predetermined design elements, a display effect of the article disposed in the accommodation space (201) inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) may be further enhanced.

[181] The partition (700) is installed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) so as to be openable and closable, and may divide the accommodation space (201) of the inner cabinet (200) into front and rear portions as needed.

[182] That is, when the partition (700) is open, the accommodation space (201) is not divided, and the article may be managed and displayed in an integrated manner throughout the accommodation space (201).

[183] By contrast, when the partition (700) is closed, the accommodation space (201) is divided into front and rear portions, such that the user may separately manage and display an article in the front portion of the accommodation space (201) and the rear portion of the accommodation space (201).

[184] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is divided into front and rear portions by the openable and closable partition (700), portions of the accommodation space (201) for storage and display may be separately used, thereby allowing a plurality of articles to be managed and displayed in various manners.

[185] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a partition rail (710) installed inside the inner cabinet (200) and configured to guide opening and closing of the partition (700).

[186] That is, the partition (700) may be coupled to the partition rail (710) and may move along the length of the partition rail (710) during operation for opening and closing.

[187] In this case, the partition rail (710) may also be installed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), such that the partition (700) may be opened and closed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) along the partition rail (710).

[188] Further, a groove may be formed in the partition rail (710) along the length thereof, and a portion of the partition (700) may be coupled to the groove and move along the groove, thereby opening and closing the partition (700).

[189] In particular, a sliding member capable of sliding may be installed in the groove of the partition rail (710), and a portion of the partition (700) may be coupled to the sliding member, such that the sliding member may slide along the partition rail (710) and the partition (700) may move when the partition (700) is opened and closed.

[190] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the partition (700) coupled to the partition rail (710) is opened and closed along the partition rail (710), opening and closing of the partition (700) may be performed more smoothly and stably.

[191] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the partition rail (710) may be coupled to and installed on the rear-side inner cover (310).

[192] As described above, since it may be desirable for the partition rail (710) to be installed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), the partition rail (710) needs to be supported by a particular component between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[193] In this regard, if a separate component for supporting the partition rail (710) is installed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), that component may be exposed to the user, which may be aesthetically undesirable, and the overall structure of the showcase (1000) may become complicated.

[194] Accordingly, it may be desirable for the partition rail (710) to be coupled to and installed on the rear-side inner cover (310) without installing a separate component for supporting the partition rail (710) between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[195] In particular, since it may be desirable for the overall center of gravity of the showcase (1000) to be biased toward the rear rather than toward the front so as to prevent the showcase (1000) from tipping forward during use, it may be desirable for the partition rail (710) to be coupled to the rear-side inner cover (310) rather than to the front-side inner cover (320).

[196] In this case, the partition rail (710) may have a U-shape extending around the front and sides of the rear-side inner cover (310).

[197] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the partition rail (710) configured to guide opening and closing of the partition (700) is installed on the rear-side inner cover (310), installation of the partition rail (710) may be simplified and facilitated.

[198] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a pair of partition rails (710) may be installed at an upper side and a lower side of the rear-side inner cover (310), respectively.

[199] That is, the partition rails (710) may be respectively installed at the upper side and the lower side of the rear-side inner cover (310) in shapes symmetrical to each other with respect to a horizontal plane, and an upper end and a lower end of the partition (700) may be coupled to the pair of partition rails (710), respectively.

[200] When the partition (700) is elongated in an up-down direction, if a difference occurs between amounts of movement at the upper side and the lower side when the partition (700) is opened or closed, opening and closing of the partition (700) may not be smooth.

[201] Accordingly, with the upper end and the lower end of the partition (700) respectively coupled to the partition rails (710), displacement other than movement along the partition rails (710) may be restricted, thereby minimizing a difference in movement between the upper side and the lower side when the partition (700) is opened and closed.

[202] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the partition rails (710) are respectively installed at the upper side and the lower side of the rear-side inner cover (310), opening and closing of the partition (700) may be stably guided even when the partition (700) is elongated in a longitudinal direction.

[203] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an installation space (202) may be formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the rear-side inner cover (310) and between the inner cabinet (200) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[204] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) inward of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), and the installation space (202) is separately formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the rear-side inner cover (310) and between the inner cabinet (200) and the front-side inner cover (320), interference between the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) and main components may be prevented, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[205] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the installation space (202) may be concealed from a front side of the accommodation space (201) by the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[206] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the installation space (202) is concealed by the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) when the user views the accommodation space (201) from the front, external exposure of main components installed in the installation space (202) may be prevented, thereby further improving aesthetic appearance and minimizing malfunction or damage.

[207] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the partition (700) may be received in the installation space (202) as the partition (700) is opened.

[208] That is, the partition (700) may move in a lateral direction between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) to be opened and closed, and a portion of the partition (700) moving in the lateral direction for opening may be received in the installation space (202), such that the partition (700) may be exposed to the user as little as possible when the partition (700) is open.

[209] In particular, when the partition rail (710) has a U-shape extending around the front and sides of the rear-side inner cover (310), a portion of the partition (700) located in front of the rear-side inner cover (310) may be received, during opening of the partition (700), in the installation space (202) at a side of the rear-side inner cover (310) along the partition rail (710).

[210] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the partition (700) being opened is received in the installation space (202), exposure of the partition (700) to the outside in the opened state may be minimized.

[211] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the front-side inner cover (320) may be formed to have a width that decreases toward the rear.

[212] As described above, in order for the partition (700) to be received in the installation space (202) at the side of the rear-side inner cover (310) when the partition (700) is opened, a relatively large installation space (202) needs to be secured at the side of the rear-side inner cover (310).

[213] However, if the installation space (202) is made excessively large, the space for accommodating articles in the showcase (1000) may be reduced. Accordingly, it may be desirable to make the installation space (202) in which the partition (700) is received as large as possible, to the extent that as much space as possible for accommodating articles is secured.

[214] Accordingly, the front-side inner cover (320) may be inclined such that its width decreases as it approaches the installation space (202) at the side of the rear-side inner cover (310), in which the partition (700) is received, while a maximum width is secured at a frontmost portion of the front-side inner cover (320), thereby allowing the installation space (202) in the portion where the partition (700) is received to be concealed.

[215] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the installation space (202) formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the front-side inner cover (320) becomes wider toward the rear, a larger installation space (202) may be provided while the installation space (202) remains concealed from the user.

[216] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a partition driving unit (720) configured to drive the partition (700) so that the partition (700) is opened and closed.

[217] That is, the partition driving unit (720) may provide a driving force for moving the partition (700) along the partition rail (710). In this case, a direction, magnitude, speed, and the like of the driving force of the partition driving unit (720) may be controlled by a controller of the showcase (1000).

[218] Further, the partition driving unit (720) may include an actuator, a power transmission member, and the like, and a plurality of partition driving units (720) may be provided, and the partition driving unit (720) may have various structures for driving the partition (700) as needed.

[219] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since opening and closing of the partition (700) are driven by the partition driving unit (720), the partition (700) may be opened and closed precisely and easily.

[220] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a drawer (800) installed on the front-side inner cover (320) and configured to divide the accommodation space (201) into upper and lower portions. In this case, the partition driving unit (720) may be disposed at the rear surface of the drawer (800).

[221] Specifically, in the showcase (1000), the accommodation space (201) may be divided by the drawer (800) installed on the front-side inner cover (320). Accordingly, the user may use the upper and lower accommodation spaces (201) divided by the drawer (800) to display different articles or to manage articles in different manners.

[222] Further, articles such as accessories that require separate storage may be accommodated in the drawer (800), and a locking device may be installed on the drawer (800) to restrict access by unspecified persons.

[223] When the drawer (800) is installed in the showcase (1000) as described above, the drawer (800) may have a predetermined height, and the rear surface of the drawer (800) may be visually concealed when viewed by the user from the front.

[224] Accordingly, when the partition driving unit (720) installed to drive the partition (700) is disposed at the rear surface of the drawer (800), the partition driving unit (720) may also be visually concealed by the drawer (800) and may not be exposed to the user.

[225] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the partition driving unit (720) is disposed at the rear surface of the drawer (800) that divides the accommodation space (201) into upper and lower portions, exposure of the partition driving unit (720) to the outside may be minimized.

[226] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a partition sensor unit (730) configured to detect whether an interfering object is present on a driving path of the partition (700).

[227] Here, the interfering object may refer to an object that may interfere with opening and closing of the partition (700), such as an article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) or another object unintentionally positioned on the driving path of the partition (700).

[228] If an interfering object is present on the driving path of the partition (700) as described above, the partition (700) may not be properly opened or closed, making it difficult to transition to a state intended by the user. Further, if the partition (700) is forcibly opened or closed while an interfering object is present, there may be a risk of malfunction or damage to the partition (700), the partition driving unit (720), or the like.

[229] Accordingly, it may be desirable to detect in advance, through the partition sensor unit (730), whether there is a condition that may interfere with opening or closing of the partition (700), and, if an interfering object is present, to restrict operation of the partition (700) or inform the user of the presence of the interfering object.

[230] In this regard, the partition sensor unit (730) may include an optical sensor or the like and may detect an interfering object positioned on the driving path of the partition (700).

[231] In particular, partition sensor units (730) may be respectively installed on the pair of partition rails (710) disposed at upper and lower sides, and the presence of an interfering object may be detected based on, for example, whether light emitted from one partition sensor unit (730) is received by the other partition sensor unit (730).

[232] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the presence of an interfering object is detected through the partition sensor unit (730) during opening and closing operation of the partition (700), a situation in which opening and closing of the partition (700) may be impeded may be appropriately identified, and appropriate control may be performed in response.

[233] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a fixed shelf (601) installed on the rear-side inner cover (310) to divide the accommodation space (201).

[234] As described above, when the accommodation space (201) is divided into front and rear portions by the partition (700), it may be desirable to divide the rear portion of the accommodation space (201) into upper and lower portions in order to manage and display various articles therein.

[235] Accordingly, the fixed shelf (601) may be installed on the rear-side inner cover (310) such that articles are accommodated on respective levels of the rear portion of the accommodation space (201), thereby allowing the user to use the rear portion of the accommodation space (201) in various manners.

[236] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the rear portion of the accommodation space (201) is divided by the fixed shelf (601), a plurality of articles may be stored in various manners even in the portion of the accommodation space (201) used for storage.

[237] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an adjustable shelf (600) installed on the front-side inner cover (320) to divide the accommodation space (201) and capable of being raised and lowered in a longitudinal direction.

[238] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is divided in a variable manner by the adjustable shelf (600) capable of being raised and lowered, various articles may be accommodated by adjusting the height of the adjustable shelf (600).

[239] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a shelf rail (610) installed in the installation space (202) and configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf (600) in the longitudinal direction.

[240] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the shelf rail (610) configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf (600) is installed in the installation space (202), the shelf rail (610) may stably perform its intended function.

[241] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an outer cabinet (100), insulation (110), and a frame (120).

[242] The outer cabinet (100) forms a main exterior of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment, and main components such as the inner cabinet (200), the rear-side inner cover (310), the front-side inner cover (320), and the partition (700) may be installed inside the outer cabinet (100).

[243] In this case, the outer cabinet (100) may have an open front, and a door (101) may be installed at the front of the outer cabinet (100).

[244] The insulation (110) is interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), and temperature effects transferred from the outside to the outer cabinet (100) may be blocked by the insulation (110), thereby preventing the temperature effects from being transferred to the inner cabinet (200).

[245] The frame (120) is a portion to which the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) are each coupled. The frame (120) may be disposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), and may be coupled to each of the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200).

[246] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the insulation (110) is interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), and the frame (120) is coupled to each of the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), effects caused by changes in external temperature may be prevented from being transferred to the accommodation space (201), thereby enabling appropriate management of an article, and the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) may be easily assembled to and stably supported by the frame (120), thereby allowing the showcase (1000) to be smoothly and robustly manufactured.

[247] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes the inner cabinet (200), an inner cover (300), and the partition (700).

[248] The inner cover (300) is installed inside the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment. In this case, the inner cover (300) may be formed of the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[249] The partition (700) is installed so as to be openable and closable and may divide the accommodation space (201) into front and rear portions. When the partition (700) is open, the accommodation space (201) is not divided, and when the partition (700) is closed, the accommodation space (201) may be divided into front and rear portions for use.

[250] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is divided into front and rear portions by the openable and closable partition (700), portions of the accommodation space (201) for storage and display may be separately used, thereby allowing a plurality of articles to be managed and displayed in various manners.

[251] FIG. 26 is a view illustrating an example of fastening between the inner cover (300) and the inner cabinet (200) in the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 27 is a view illustrating an example of fastening between the inner cabinet (200) and the frame (120) in the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 28 is a view illustrating a modification in which the inner cabinet (200) includes an upper inner cabinet (210) and a lower inner cabinet (220) in the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1.

[252] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes an outer cabinet (100), a frame (120), insulation (110), an inner cabinet (200), and an inner cover (300).

[253] The outer cabinet (100) forms a main exterior of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment, and main components such as the frame (120), the insulation (110), the inner cabinet (200), and the inner cover (300) may be installed inside the outer cabinet (100).

[254] The frame (120) is installed inside the outer cabinet (100) and supports the outer cabinet (100), and may form a main framework of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[255] The insulation (110) is installed inside the outer cabinet (100) and covers an inner wall surface of the outer cabinet (100), and temperature effects transferred from the outside to the outer cabinet (100) may be blocked by the insulation (110), thereby preventing the temperature effects from being transferred inward.

[256] In this case, the inner cabinet (200) installed inside the outer cabinet (100) may be installed so as to be spaced apart from the outer cabinet (100) by a predetermined distance, and the insulation (110) may be interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200).

[257] Accordingly, temperature effects transferred from the outside to the outer cabinet (100) may be blocked by the insulation (110), thereby preventing the temperature effects from being transferred to the inner cabinet (200).

[258] In particular, opposite sides of the insulation (110) may be respectively covered by the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), such that the insulation (110) may be installed in a more stable and efficient state.

[259] The inner cabinet (200) is installed inward of the insulation (110) and has an accommodation space (201) configured to accommodate an article. The article may enter and exit the accommodation space (201) through an open front, and the accommodation space (201) may be opened and closed by a door (101).

[260] The inner cover (300) is installed inside the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[261] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) while the inner cover (300) covers the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) does not directly contact the inner cabinet (200), thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[262] Further, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the insulation (110) is interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), effects caused by changes in external temperature may be prevented from being transferred to the accommodation space (201), thereby enabling appropriate management of the article.

[263] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cabinet (200) may be installed by being fastened to the frame (120).

[264] That is, as described above, in a structure in which the frame (120) supports the outer cabinet (100), the frame (120) may be disposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), and may be fastened to each of the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200).

[265] Accordingly, even when the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) are not directly assembled to each other, they may be fastened to each other through the frame (120), and the frame (120) having predetermined rigidity may form an overall support structure of the showcase (1000).

[266] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the frame (120) is coupled to each of the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) may be easily assembled to and stably supported by the frame (120), thereby allowing the showcase (1000) to be smoothly and robustly manufactured.

[267] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may be installed by being fastened to the inner cabinet (200).

[268] As described above, when the inner cover (300) is installed to cover the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), the inner cover (300) needs to be supported by a particular component inside the inner cabinet (200).

[269] In this regard, if a separate component for supporting the inner cover (300) is installed inside the inner cabinet (200), that component may be exposed to the user, which may be aesthetically undesirable, and the overall structure of the showcase (1000) may become complicated.

[270] Accordingly, it may be desirable for the inner cover (300) to be installed by fastening it to the inner cabinet (200), without providing a separate component inside the inner cabinet (200) for supporting the inner cover (300).

[271] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) is fastened to and supported by the inner cabinet (200), assembly of the inner cover (300) may be simplified and facilitated.

[272] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the insulation (110) may be fastened to the frame (120) together with the inner cabinet (200) when the inner cabinet (200) is fastened to the frame (120).

[273] As described above, when the insulation (110) is interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), the insulation (110) needs to be fastened to at least one of the outer cabinet (100) or the inner cabinet (200) in order to prevent unnecessary displacement.

[274] However, if a fastening structure for installing the insulation (110) is separately provided on at least one of the outer cabinet (100) or the inner cabinet (200), a relatively large amount of space may be required for fastening, which may complicate assembly of that portion and may reduce an insulating effect.

[275] Accordingly, it may be desirable not to separately provide a fastening structure for installing the insulation (110), and instead to install the insulation (110) by fastening it to the frame (120) together with the inner cabinet (200).

[276] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the insulation (110) is fastened to and supported by the frame (120) together with the inner cabinet (200), assembly of the insulation (110) may be simplified and facilitated.

[277] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may include a side cover (301), a rear cover (302), an upper cover (303), and a lower cover (304) respectively covering a side inner wall, a rear inner wall, an upper inner wall, and a lower inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[278] That is, the inner cover (300) may be formed by assembling the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304), each of which is separately formed, and the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304) may be disposed to respectively cover the side inner wall, the rear inner wall, the upper inner wall, and the lower inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[279] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) includes the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304), installation of the inner cover (300) covering the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) may be facilitated.

[280] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may further include a front cover (305) covering a front inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[281] In this case, the front cover (305) may be disposed along the perimeter of the front of the inner cabinet (200) such that the accommodation space (201) is open at the front.

[282] Accordingly, it may be desirable to dispose the front cover (305) along the front perimeter of the inner cabinet (200) such that the front portion of the installation space (202) is not exposed even when the door (101) is open, thereby allowing the installation space (202) to remain covered by the inner cover (300) when the user views the accommodation space (201) from the front.

[283] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) further includes the front cover (305), the front portion of the installation space (202) may be concealed by the inner cover (300) even when the door (101) is open.

[284] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may include a rear-side inner cover (310) and a front-side inner cover (320).

[285] The rear-side inner cover (310) is installed in a rear region within the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form a rear portion of the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[286] The front-side inner cover (320) is installed in a front region within the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form a front portion of the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[287] Accordingly, the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) may be assembled separately from each other in the inner cover (300), and a separate component may be disposed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320).

[288] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) includes the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320), the inner cover (300) may be installed in a structure capable of dividing the accommodation space (201) into front and rear portions.

[289] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a partition (700) installed between the rear-side inner cover (310) and the front-side inner cover (320) so as to be openable and closable.

[290] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is divided into front and rear portions by the openable and closable partition (700), portions of the accommodation space (201) for storage and display may be separately used, thereby allowing a plurality of articles to be managed and displayed in various manners.

[291] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an installation space (202) may be formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300).

[292] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) inward of the inner cover (300) and the installation space (202) is separately formed between the inner cover (300) and the inner cabinet (200), interference between the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) and the main components may be prevented, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[293] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the installation space (202) may be concealed from a front side of the accommodation space (201) by the inner cover (300).

[294] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the installation space (202) is concealed by the inner cover (300) when the user views the accommodation space (201) from the front, external exposure of the main components installed in the installation space (202) may be prevented, thereby further improving aesthetic appearance and minimizing malfunction or damage.

[295] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a lighting unit (400) and electrical equipment (401).

[296] The lighting unit (400) is installed to illuminate the accommodation space (201), and the lighting unit (400), which may have various light-emitting structures, may be installed in the accommodation space (201) to directly or indirectly illuminate an article disposed in the accommodation space (201).

[297] The electrical equipment (401) is installed in the installation space (202) and electrically connected to the lighting unit (400), and electrical equipment (401) including a component for supplying power to the lighting unit (400), a component for controlling the lighting unit (400), or the like may be installed in the installation space (202).

[298] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the electrical equipment (401) connected to the lighting unit (400) is installed in the installation space (202), the electrical equipment (401) may stably perform its intended function.

[299] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an intake port (501), a discharge port (502), a machine room (500), an intake duct (510), and a discharge duct (520).

[300] The intake port (501) is formed in the inner cover (300) and is capable of drawing in air from the accommodation space (201), and air that has been used to manage the article in the accommodation space (201) may be discharged from the accommodation space (201) through the intake port (501).

[301] The discharge port (502) is formed in the inner cover (300) and is capable of supplying air into the accommodation space (201), and air to be used to manage an article may be supplied into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502).

[302] The machine room (500) is disposed below the inner cabinet (200), and heat exchange is performed therein with air circulating in the accommodation space (201). Air that has been used to manage the article in the accommodation space (201) may be discharged through the intake port (501) and then moved to the machine room (500), and air changed to an appropriate condition through heat exchange may be supplied into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502) and used to manage the article.

[303] The intake duct (510) is installed in the installation space (202) and connects the machine room (500) and the intake port (501), and air discharged from the accommodation space (201) through the intake port (501) may move to the machine room (500) along the intake duct (510).

[304] The discharge duct (520) is installed in the installation space (202) and connects the machine room (500) and the discharge port (502), and air subjected to heat exchange in the machine room (500) may move along the discharge duct (520) and be supplied into the accommodation space (201) from the discharge port (502).

[305] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the intake duct (510) connecting the machine room (500) and the intake port (501) and the discharge duct (520) connecting the machine room (500) and the discharge port (502) are installed in the installation space (202), the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may stably perform their intended functions.

[306] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an adjustable shelf (600) and a shelf rail (610).

[307] The adjustable shelf (600) is installed to divide the accommodation space (201) and is capable of being raised and lowered in a longitudinal direction, and may be raised and lowered in the longitudinal direction within the accommodation space (201) to divide the accommodation space (201) in a variable manner.

[308] The shelf rail (610) is installed in the installation space (202) and guides raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf (600) in the longitudinal direction. The adjustable shelf (600) may be coupled to the shelf rail (610) and, when being raised and lowered in the longitudinal direction, may move along the length of the shelf rail (610).

[309] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the shelf rail (610) configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf (600) is installed in the installation space (202), the shelf rail (610) may stably perform its intended function.

[310] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an installation space (202) may be formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300). In this case, the partition (700) may be received in the installation space (202) as the partition (700) is opened.

[311] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the partition (700) being opened is received in the installation space (202), exposure of the partition (700) to the outside in the opened state may be minimized.

[312] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cabinet (200) may include an upper inner cabinet (210) and a lower inner cabinet (220).

[313] The upper inner cabinet (210) is installed in an upper region inward of the insulation (110), and may form an upper portion of the accommodation space (201) of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[314] The lower inner cabinet (220) is installed in a lower region inward of the insulation (110), and may form a lower portion of the accommodation space (201) of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[315] Accordingly, the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) may be assembled separately from each other in the inner cabinet (200), and the accommodation spaces (201) respectively formed by the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) may be easily divided from each other.

[316] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cabinet (200) includes the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), the inner cabinet (200) may be installed in a structure capable of dividing the accommodation space (201) into upper and lower portions.

[317] FIGS. 29 to 32 are views illustrating main components for air circulation in the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1 as viewed from the front, rear, left side, and right side, respectively. FIGS. 33A and 33B are longitudinal cross-sectional views illustrating the main components for air circulation in the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 34 is a view illustrating the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) separated from the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 35 is a view illustrating the intake port (501) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1.

[318] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes an inner cabinet (200), an inner cover (300), an intake port (501), and a discharge port (502).

[319] The inner cabinet (200) has an accommodation space (201) configured to accommodate an article. The article may enter and exit the accommodation space (201) through an open front, and the accommodation space (201) may be opened and closed by a door (101).

[320] The inner cover (300) is installed inside the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[321] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) while the inner cover (300) covers the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) does not directly contact the inner cabinet (200), thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[322] The intake port (501) is formed in the inner cover (300) and is capable of drawing in air from the accommodation space (201), and air that has been used to manage the article in the accommodation space (201) may be discharged from the accommodation space (201) through the intake port (501).

[323] The discharge port (502) is formed in the inner cover (300) and is capable of supplying air into the accommodation space (201), and air to be used to manage an article may be supplied into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502).

[324] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since air in the accommodation space (201) circulates through the intake port (501) and the discharge port (502), temperature and / or humidity of the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) may be effectively managed through air circulation.

[325] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a machine room (500) disposed below the inner cabinet (200), in which heat exchange is performed with air circulating in the accommodation space (201).

[326] In the air circulation structure described above, it may be desirable for the machine room (500) to be disposed as close as possible to the accommodation space (201). However, since relatively heavy components are disposed in the machine room (500), it may be desirable to dispose the machine room (500) below the inner cabinet (200), thereby enabling air circulation in the accommodation space (201) while lowering the overall center of gravity of the showcase (1000).

[327] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since heat exchange of air circulating in the accommodation space (201) is performed in the machine room (500) disposed below the inner cabinet (200), relatively heavy components for temperature and / or humidity management may be disposed in a lower portion, thereby maintaining an overall stable structure.

[328] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an intake duct (510) and a discharge duct (520).

[329] The intake duct (510) connects the machine room (500) and the intake port (501), and air discharged from the accommodation space (201) through the intake port (501) may move to the machine room (500) along the intake duct (510).

[330] The discharge duct (520) connects the machine room (500) and the discharge port (502), and air subjected to heat exchange in the machine room (500) may move along the discharge duct (520) and be supplied from the discharge port (502) into the accommodation space (201).

[331] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since air in the accommodation space (201) circulates by moving to the machine room (500) through the intake duct (510) and then returning to the accommodation space (201) through the discharge duct (520), the air may circulate stably and efficiently.

[332] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an installation space (202) may be formed between the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300).

[333] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) inward of the inner cover (300) and the installation space (202) is separately formed between the inner cover (300) and the inner cabinet (200), interference between the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) and the main components may be prevented, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[334] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be installed in the installation space (202).

[335] That is, the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) are configured to be installed in the installation space (202), so that they may be stably disposed therein. Further, since the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) are disposed inward of the insulation space between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), heat loss of air moving along the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be prevented to some extent.

[336] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the intake duct (510) connecting the machine room (500) and the intake port (501) and the discharge duct (520) connecting the machine room (500) and the discharge port (502) are installed in the installation space (202), the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may stably perform their intended functions.

[337] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the intake duct (510) may be disposed in a side portion of the installation space (202). In this case, the discharge duct (520) may be disposed in a rear portion of the installation space (202).

[338] As described above, when the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) are installed in the installation space (202), it may be important to secure as much installation area as possible for the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) while minimizing the installation space (202) so that the portion for accommodating an article is not reduced.

[339] Accordingly, the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may need to be relatively evenly distributed rather than concentrated in a particular portion of the installation space (202).

[340] In this case, because the front of the accommodation space (201) is open and the installation space (202) therefore cannot be formed there, the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be distributed between a side portion and a rear portion of the installation space (202).

[341] In particular, since the discharge duct (520) blows air at a predetermined pressure through a blower fan (550) or the like and therefore generates relatively large amounts of noise and vibration, it may be desirable to dispose the discharge duct (520) in the rear portion of the installation space (202) rather than in the side portion so that the user experiences as little noise and vibration from the discharge duct (520) as possible.

[342] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) are disposed in the side portion and the rear portion, respectively, of the installation space (202), the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be distributed and efficiently arranged.

[343] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, when the machine room (500) is provided below the inner cabinet (200), the discharge duct (520) may pass through a bottom portion of the inner cabinet (200) and may be provided between a side portion of the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300) (rear cover (302)).

[344] Further, the intake duct (510) may pass through the bottom portion of the inner cabinet (200) and may be provided between a side portion of the inner cabinet (200) and the inner cover (300) (side cover (301)).

[345] As described above, in an embodiment of the present disclosure, the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) may be provided inward of the inner cabinet (200), such that all or most of the space between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200) may be filled with the insulation (110), thereby forming a showcase (1000) having an excellent thermal insulation effect for the accommodation space (201).

[346] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, portions of the bottom portion of the inner cabinet (200) through which the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520) pass may be sealed along the respective perimeters of the intake duct (510) and the discharge duct (520).

[347] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the discharge duct (520) may be disposed between the rear cover (302) and the inner cabinet (200).

[348] An upper end portion of the discharge duct (520) is bent toward the accommodation space (201) and is open toward the accommodation space (201). A discharge outlet of the discharge duct (520) is fixedly coupled to the rear cover (302) so as to pass through the rear cover (302), and communicates with the accommodation space (201).

[349] In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the intake duct (510) may be disposed between the side cover (301) and the inner cabinet (200).

[350] An upper end portion of the intake duct (510) is bent toward the accommodation space (201) and is open toward the accommodation space (201). An intake inlet of the intake duct (510) is fixedly coupled to the side cover (301) so as to pass through the side cover (301), and communicates with the accommodation space (201).

[351] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an outer cabinet (100) and insulation (110).

[352] The outer cabinet (100) covers an outer wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), and may form a main exterior of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[353] The insulation (110) is interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), and temperature effects transferred from the outside to the outer cabinet (100) may be blocked by the insulation (110), thereby preventing the temperature effects from being transferred to the inner cabinet (200).

[354] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the insulation (110) is interposed between the outer cabinet (100) and the inner cabinet (200), effects caused by changes in external temperature may be prevented from being transferred to the accommodation space (201), thereby enabling appropriate management of an article.

[355] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a filter (530) configured to filter foreign substances from air being drawn in may be installed at the intake port (501).

[356] That is, the filter (530) may be installed over a portion or all of the intake port (501) and may filter foreign substances from air drawn into the intake duct (510) through the intake port (501).

[357] Accordingly, the filter (530) may prevent undesirable foreign substances from entering the intake duct (510) and the machine room (500), and air circulating in the accommodation space (201) may be maintained in a relatively clean condition.

[358] In this case, the filter (530) may be detachably installed at the intake port (501), such that the filter (530) may be replaced and cleaned as needed.

[359] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since foreign substances in air drawn into the intake port (501) are filtered by the filter (530), the condition of air in the accommodation space (201) may be maintained in a good state while preventing foreign substances from entering the machine room (500).

[360] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a humidity-regulating material (540) configured to regulate the humidity of air being drawn in may be installed at the intake port (501).

[361] Here, the humidity-regulating material (540) may be a material, such as zeolite or silica gel, capable of adsorbing moisture from air or releasing adsorbed moisture into the air depending on conditions, such that the humidity of the air may be regulated through adsorption and release of moisture.

[362] In particular, the humidity-regulating material (540) may maintain the humidity at an appropriate level through processes such as releasing adsorbed moisture when the humidity of the air is relatively low and adsorbing moisture from the air when the humidity of the air is relatively high.

[363] Accordingly, the humidity of air entering the intake duct (510) and the machine room (500) may be adjusted to an appropriate level, and air circulating in the accommodation space (201) may be maintained in a relatively clean condition.

[364] In this case, the humidity-regulating material (540) may be detachably installed at the intake port (501), such that the humidity-regulating material (540) may be replaced and cleaned as needed.

[365] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the humidity of air drawn into the intake port (501) is regulated by the humidity-regulating material (540), the humidity of air in the accommodation space (201) may be maintained at an appropriate level.

[366] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes an upper inner cabinet (210), a lower inner cabinet (220), an inner cover (300), a drawer (800), an intake port (501), and a discharge port (502).

[367] The upper inner cabinet (210) has a portion of the accommodation space (201) configured to accommodate an article, and may form an upper portion of the accommodation space (201) of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[368] The lower inner cabinet (220) is coupled below the upper inner cabinet (210) and has the remaining portion of the accommodation space (201), and may form a lower portion of the accommodation space (201) of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[369] The inner cover (300) is installed inside the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) and covers inner wall surfaces of the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) in the accommodation space (201), and may form the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[370] The drawer (800) is installed on the inner cover (300) and divides the portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) from each other. The accommodation space (201) of the showcase (1000) may thus be divided into upper and lower portions by the drawer (800), and the user may use the respective upper and lower portions of the accommodation space (201) to display different articles or to manage articles in different manners.

[371] A pair of intake ports (501) are formed in the inner cover (300) and are capable of drawing in air from the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220). Air that has been used to manage articles in the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) may be discharged from the respective portions through the intake ports (501).

[372] A pair of discharge ports (502) are formed in the inner cover (300) and are capable of supplying air into the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220). Air to be used to manage articles may be supplied through the discharge ports (502) into the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220).

[373] Accordingly, air having a condition (temperature and / or humidity) appropriate for management of an article may be supplied through the discharge ports (502) to the accommodation space (201) of each of the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), and air that has been used to manage the article and has thereby become unsuitable may be discharged through the intake ports (501). By repeatedly performing this supply and discharge process, the air may be circulated, thereby allowing an article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) of each of the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) to be managed in an appropriate condition.

[374] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since air is circulated in the respective upper and lower portions of the accommodation space (201) formed by the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), the temperature and / or humidity of articles may be effectively managed even when the accommodation space (201) is divided into upper and lower portions.

[375] In the structure of the showcase (1000) described above, the machine room (500) may be disposed below the lower inner cabinet (220), and heat exchange may be performed therein with air circulating in the accommodation space (201).

[376] That is, by disposing the machine room (500) below the lower inner cabinet (220) among the components of the inner cabinet (200), relatively heavy components for temperature and / or humidity management may be disposed at a lower portion, thereby maintaining an overall stable structure.

[377] Further, in the structure of the showcase (1000) described above, a pair of intake ducts (510) may connect the machine room (500) to the respective intake ports (501), and a pair of discharge ducts (520) may connect the machine room (500) to the respective discharge ports (502).

[378] That is, since the intake ducts (510) and the discharge ducts (520) are installed so as to correspond to the respective upper and lower portions into which the accommodation space (201) is divided in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), air may circulate stably and efficiently in each portion of the accommodation space (201).

[379] Further, in the structure of the showcase (1000) described above, an installation space (202) may be formed between the upper inner cabinet (210) and the inner cover (300) and between the lower inner cabinet (220) and the inner cover (300).

[380] That is, since a separate installation space (202) is formed corresponding to each of the upper and lower portions into which the accommodation space (201) is divided in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), respectively, interference between an article accommodated in each of the upper and lower portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), respectively, and main components may be prevented, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[381] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, air circulation may be individually controlled in the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220).

[382] That is, the temperature and / or humidity of air may be controlled differently in the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220). In this case, the temperature and / or humidity of the air may also be controlled by controlling the speed, flow rate, or the like of the circulating air.

[383] Meanwhile, the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220) may be configured to be airtight relative to each other, such that air does not directly circulate between the portion of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the portion of the accommodation space (201) in the lower inner cabinet (220).

[384] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since air circulation is individually controlled in the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), separate control reflecting characteristics of articles accommodated in the respective portions may be performed.

[385] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the discharge port (502) may be disposed above the intake port (501) in each of the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220).

[386] Accordingly, in each portion of the accommodation space (201), air may be discharged into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502) disposed relatively higher, may descend within the accommodation space (201), and may then be discharged from the accommodation space (201) through the intake port (501) disposed relatively lower.

[387] In particular, for an article such as a bag for which maintaining a low-temperature condition is advantageous, air supplied into the accommodation space (201) through the discharge port (502) may be controlled to a low temperature, such that the low-temperature air naturally descends within the accommodation space (201), manages the article, and is then discharged through the intake port (501).

[388] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the discharge port (502) is disposed at a relatively higher position than the intake port (501) in each portion of the accommodation space (201), air may circulate smoothly between the discharge port (502) and the intake port (501) due to a temperature difference.

[389] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, in a rear portion of the installation space (202), the discharge duct (520) connected to the lower inner cabinet (220) may be disposed farther toward one side in the lateral direction than the discharge duct (520) connected to the upper inner cabinet (210). In this case, the intake duct (510) connected to the lower inner cabinet (220) may be disposed in a side portion of the installation space (202) relatively far from the one side, and the intake duct (510) connected to the lower inner cabinet (220) may be disposed in an opposite side portion of the installation space (202).

[390] For example, when the discharge duct (520) connected to the lower inner cabinet (220) is disposed to the left of the discharge duct (520) connected to the upper inner cabinet (210) in the rear portion of the installation space (202), the intake duct (510) connected to the lower inner cabinet (220) may be disposed in a right-side portion of the installation space (202), and the intake duct (510) connected to the upper inner cabinet (210) may be disposed in a left-side portion of the installation space (202).

[391] Accordingly, in the portion of the accommodation space (201) in the lower inner cabinet (220), air supplied through the discharge duct (520) disposed on the left may pass through the accommodation space (201) and be discharged through the discharge duct (520) disposed on the right side. Further, in the portion of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210), air supplied through the discharge duct (520) disposed on the right may pass through the accommodation space (201) and be discharged through the discharge duct (520) disposed on the left side.

[392] Accordingly, air may circulate through a greater portion of each portion of the accommodation space (201) without being concentrated at a particular side.

[393] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since, in each installation space (202) associated with the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), respectively, the distance between the discharge duct (520) disposed in a rear portion and the intake duct (510) disposed in a side portion is maximized, air may circulate smoothly through a greater portion of the accommodation space (201).

[394] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a blower fan (550) configured to blow air may be individually installed for each discharge duct (520).

[395] As described above, in order for air circulation to be individually controlled in the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220), the speed, flow rate, and the like of the circulating air may be controlled differently for the respective portions of the accommodation space (201).

[396] Accordingly, by individually installing a blower fan (550) for each discharge duct (520) and individually controlling the blower fans (550), air circulation may be individually controlled in the respective portions of the accommodation space (201) in the upper inner cabinet (210) and the lower inner cabinet (220).

[397] Further, since each blower fan (550) forcibly supplies air to a corresponding portion of the accommodation space (201), blowing efficiency for facilitating air circulation may be further improved and stable blowing may be achieved.

[398] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since a blower fan (550) is individually installed for each discharge duct (520), each portion of the accommodation space (201) may be individually controlled by adjusting an amount of air discharged by the corresponding blower fan (550).

[399] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an auxiliary duct (560) connecting the machine room (500) and the lower inner cabinet (220) and capable of supplying air into the portion of the accommodation space (201) in the lower inner cabinet (220).

[400] That is, additional air may be supplied through the auxiliary duct (560) to a particular portion of the lower inner cabinet (220), such that articles in that portion may be managed more intensively.

[401] In this case, the portion to which additional air is supplied through the auxiliary duct (560) may be configured to form a space separate from other portions of the lower inner cabinet (220), and a separate drawer structure and airtight structure may be installed for this purpose.

[402] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since air from the machine room (500) moves through the auxiliary duct (560) into the portion of the accommodation space (201) in the lower inner cabinet (220), concentrated air supply to the portion of the accommodation space (201) in the lower inner cabinet (220) may be performed as needed.

[403] FIG. 36 is a view illustrating a first light (410) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 37 is a view illustrating the first light (410) illustrated in FIG. 36 in transverse cross section. FIG. 38 is a view illustrating the first light (410) illustrated in FIG. 36 in greater detail. FIG. 39 is a view illustrating a second light (420) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 40 is a view illustrating the second light (420) illustrated in FIG. 39 in greater detail. FIG. 41 is a view illustrating an example of an arrangement of a lighting unit (400) in the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIGS. 42 and 43 are views illustrating a fourth light (440) and a fifth light (450) of the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1. FIG. 44 is a view illustrating an example of a structure for controlling the lighting unit (400) according to a user's approach to the showcase (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1.

[404] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes an outer cabinet (100), an inner cabinet (200), an inner cover (300), and a first light (410).

[405] The outer cabinet (100) forms a main exterior of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment, and main components such as the inner cabinet (200), the inner cover (300), and the first light (410) may be installed inside the outer cabinet (100).

[406] The inner cabinet (200) is installed inside the outer cabinet (100) and has an accommodation space (201) configured to accommodate an article. The article may enter and exit the accommodation space (201) through an open front, and the accommodation space (201) may be opened and closed by the door (101).

[407] The inner cover (300) is installed inside the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[408] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space (201) while the inner cover (300) covers the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200), the article accommodated in the accommodation space (201) does not directly contact the inner cabinet (200), thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[409] The first light (410) is installed at the front of the inner cover (300) so as to extend in the longitudinal direction, and may function as a key light for adjusting the brightness and atmosphere of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[410] That is, since the first light (410) is installed at the front of the inner cover (300), the first light (410) may provide a visual signal to a user before other lights, for example, by being turned on when the user approaches the showcase (1000), or may illuminate a front portion of the showcase (1000).

[411] Further, since the first light (410) is installed to extend in the longitudinal direction, the first light (410) may form part of the exterior design of the showcase (1000).

[412] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is illuminated by the first light (410), various visual effects may be produced through illumination, thereby enhancing a display effect of an article accommodated in the accommodation space (201).

[413] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first light (410) may be disposed obliquely inward with respect to the front of the accommodation space (201).

[414] That is, the first light (410) may be disposed such that light is emitted in a direction inclined inward by a predetermined angle from a forward direction of the accommodation space (201).

[415] Accordingly, a portion of light emitted from the first light (410) may be emitted in the forward direction of the accommodation space (201) to provide a visual signal to a user approaching the showcase (1000) or produce a design effect, while another portion may be emitted toward the accommodation space (201) to illuminate the interior of the accommodation space (201).

[416] In particular, since the first light (410) is disposed obliquely inward with respect to the front of the accommodation space (201), a sense of three-dimensionality may be created through illumination.

[417] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the first light (410) disposed at the front of the inner cover (300) is disposed obliquely toward the inside of the accommodation space (201), the first light (410) may illuminate not only outward of the accommodation space (201) but also an article inside the accommodation space (201).

[418] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first light (410) may include a first light source (411) and a first light source cover (412).

[419] A plurality of first light sources (411) are installed at the front of the inner cover (300) along the longitudinal direction and are capable of emitting light. The plurality of first light sources (411), each capable of point emission, may be disposed at predetermined intervals along the longitudinal direction.

[420] In order to install the first light (410) along the longitudinal direction at the front of the inner cover (300), a continuously formed line-emission or surface-emission structure may be considered for the first light (410).

[421] However, such a line-emission or surface-emission structure has disadvantages in that it is relatively expensive and more difficult to maintain.

[422] Accordingly, in the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment, instead of using a line-emission or surface-emission structure for the first light sources (411), a plurality of first light sources (411) configured for point emission may be arranged and used along the longitudinal direction.

[423] The first light source cover (412) is installed in an emission path of the first light sources (411) to cover the first light sources (411), and may cover and protect the plurality of first light sources (411) as a whole.

[424] In particular, the first light source cover (412) may be configured to totally internally reflect light emitted from the first light sources (411), such that light emitted from the respective first light sources (411) may be emitted uniformly and with an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[425] When light is emitted through the first light (410), a line-emission or surface-emission structure may provide a softer and more aesthetically pleasing appearance than point emission.

[426] However, since the line-emission or surface-emission structure described above may be disadvantageous in terms of cost or maintenance, a structure may be considered in which a plurality of first light sources (411) capable of point emission are arranged and light is uniformly spread through precision optics before being emitted.

[427] However, in order to arrange a precision optical structure in the showcase (1000), spatial constraints may arise to prevent light emitted from the first light sources (411) from exceeding a critical angle, and precision processing may be required, which may increase overall mold costs.

[428] Accordingly, in the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment, instead of providing a separate precision optical structure, the first light source cover (412), which totally internally reflects light emitted from the first light sources (411), may be provided such that the light emitted from the first light sources (411) is emitted uniformly and with an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[429] Further, through a simpler structural shape of the first light (410) replacing an optical structure, an overall thickness of the first light (410) may be minimized, design freedom may be secured, and an assembly structure capable of minimizing light loss may be applied.

[430] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the first light (410) includes the first light sources (411) and the first light source cover (412), a lighting effect similar to that of a line-emission structure may be achieved even while using a point-emission structure.

[431] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may include a front cover (305) covering a front inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[432] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) further includes the front cover (305), the front portion of the installation space (202) may be concealed by the inner cover (300) even when the door (101) is open.

[433] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the inner cover (300) may further include a side cover (301), a rear cover (302), an upper cover (303), and a lower cover (304) respectively covering a side inner wall, a rear inner wall, an upper inner wall, and a lower inner wall of the inner cabinet (200).

[434] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the inner cover (300) further includes the side cover (301), the rear cover (302), the upper cover (303), and the lower cover (304), installation of the inner cover (300) covering the inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) may be facilitated.

[435] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first light source cover (412) may be fastened to each of the front cover (305) and the side cover (301).

[436] That is, when the first light source cover (412) is installed, the first light source cover (412) may be configured not to contact the outer cabinet (100) or the inner cabinet (200), which are disposed relatively closer to the outside, and instead to be fastened to each of the front cover (305) and the side cover (301), which form part of the inner cover (300).

[437] Accordingly, transfer to the first light source cover (412) of external temperature changes transferred to the outer cabinet (100) or the inner cabinet (200) may be minimized, such that a certain degree of thermal insulation may also be provided at a portion where the first light source cover (412) and the first light (410) are installed.

[438] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the first light source cover (412) is fastened to and supported by each of the front cover (305) and the side cover (301), a thermal insulation structure may also be formed at the portion where the first light (410) is installed, thereby improving both design characteristics and functionality.

[439] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the front cover (305) may be formed of a material including a synthetic resin.

[440] That is, the front cover (305) to which the first light source cover (412) is fastened may be formed of a synthetic resin, thereby minimizing heat transfer through the front cover (305).

[441] As described above, when the first light source cover (412) is fastened to each of the front cover (305) and the side cover (301) so that a thermal insulation structure is also formed at the portion where the first light (410) is installed, external temperature changes transferred to the outer cabinet (100) or the inner cabinet (200) are not directly transferred to the first light source cover (412), but may be indirectly transferred thereto through the front cover (305).

[442] Accordingly, it may be desirable to form the front cover (305) of a synthetic resin material having a relatively low heat transfer rate, thereby also minimizing indirect transfer of external temperature changes to the first light source cover (412) through the front cover (305).

[443] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the material of the front cover (305) includes a synthetic resin, heat transfer through the front cover (305) may be minimized, thereby further improving thermal insulation.

[444] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a pair of first lights (410) may be disposed at opposite sides of the front of the inner cover (300).

[445] That is, a first light (410) may be installed along the longitudinal direction at each of the left and right sides of the front of the inner cover (300) to emit light.

[446] Accordingly, balanced light emission may be provided at the front of the showcase (1000), thereby further improving aesthetic appearance of the design.

[447] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the first lights (410) are respectively disposed at opposite sides of the front of the inner cover (300), a visual effect having a symmetrical shape may be produced at opposite sides of the front of the showcase (1000).

[448] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a second light (420) installed at an upper portion of the front of the inner cover (300) so as to extend in the lateral direction.

[449] That is, since the second light (420) is installed at the upper portion of the front of the inner cover (300), the second light (420), together with the first light (410) installed at the front, may provide a visual signal to a user before other lights, for example, by being turned on when the user approaches the showcase (1000), or may illuminate a front portion of the showcase (1000).

[450] Further, since the second light (420) is installed to extend in the lateral direction, the second light (420), together with the first light (410) installed to extend in the longitudinal direction, may form part of the exterior design of the showcase (1000).

[451] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is illuminated by the second light (420), an additional lighting effect may further enhance a display effect of an article accommodated in the accommodation space (201).

[452] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second light (420) may be disposed obliquely inward with respect to the front of the accommodation space (201).

[453] That is, the second light (420) may be disposed such that light is emitted in a direction inclined inward by a predetermined angle from a forward direction of the accommodation space (201).

[454] Accordingly, a portion of light emitted from the second light (420) may be emitted in the forward direction of the accommodation space (201) to provide a visual signal to a user approaching the showcase (1000) or produce a design effect, while another portion may be emitted toward the accommodation space (201) to illuminate the interior of the accommodation space (201).

[455] In particular, since the second light (420) is disposed obliquely inward with respect to the front of the accommodation space (201), a sense of three-dimensionality may be created through illumination.

[456] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the second light (420) disposed at the upper portion of the front of the inner cover (300) is disposed obliquely toward the inside of the accommodation space (201), the second light (420) may illuminate not only outward of the accommodation space (201) but also an article inside the accommodation space (201).

[457] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second light (420) may include second light sources (421) and a second light source cover (422).

[458] A plurality of second light sources (421) are installed at the upper portion of the front of the inner cover (300) along the lateral direction and are capable of emitting light. The plurality of second light sources (421), each capable of point emission, may be disposed at predetermined intervals along the lateral direction.

[459] The second light source cover (422) is installed in an emission path of the second light sources (421) to cover the second light sources (421), and may cover and protect the plurality of second light sources (421) as a whole.

[460] In particular, the second light source cover (422) may be configured to totally internally reflect light emitted from the second light sources (421), such that light emitted from the respective second light sources (421) may be emitted uniformly and with an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[461] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the second light (420) includes the second light sources (421) and the second light source cover (422), a lighting effect similar to that of a line-emission structure may be achieved even while using a point-emission structure.

[462] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second light source cover (422) may be fastened to each of the front cover (305) and the upper cover (303).

[463] That is, when the second light source cover (422) is installed, the second light source cover (422) may be configured not to contact the outer cabinet (100) or the inner cabinet (200), which are disposed relatively closer to the outside, and instead to be fastened to each of the front cover (305) and the upper cover (303), which form part of the inner cover (300).

[464] Accordingly, transfer to the second light source cover (422) of external temperature changes transferred to the outer cabinet (100) or the inner cabinet (200) may be minimized, such that a certain degree of thermal insulation may also be provided at a portion where the second light source cover (422) and the second light (420) are installed.

[465] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the second light source cover (422) is fastened to and supported by each of the front cover (305) and the upper cover (303), a thermal insulation structure may also be formed at the portion where the second light (420) is installed, thereby improving both design characteristics and functionality.

[466] In the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second light (420) may be installed so as to be continuous with the first light (410).

[467] That is, a top end of one first light (410), which is disposed along the longitudinal direction at the front of the inner cover (300), may be connected to one end of the second light (420), and the second light (420) may be disposed at the upper portion of the front of the inner cover (300) along the lateral direction.

[468] Further, the other end of the second light (420), which is disposed along the lateral direction, may be connected to a top end of the other first light (410), and the other first light (410) may be disposed along the longitudinal direction at the front of the inner cover (300).

[469] Accordingly, the first lights (410) and the second light (420) may be arranged overall in an n shape at the front of the showcase (1000).

[470] In this case, it may be desirable not to install a separate light at a lower portion of the front of the inner cover (300), in consideration of potential damage or the like.

[471] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the first lights (410) and the second light (420) are installed in a continuous arrangement, a visual effect may be produced along the perimeter of the front.

[472] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a door (101) configured to open and close the front of the accommodation space (201).

[473] Specifically, the door (101) may be coupled to the outer cabinet (100) at the front of the accommodation space (201) and may form part of the overall exterior of the showcase (1000). The accommodation space (201) may be opened or closed according to opening and closing of the door (101).

[474] In this case, the door (101) may be rotatably coupled to the outer cabinet (100) about a rotation axis extending in a vertical direction. When the door (101) is in a closed state to close the accommodation space (201), the overall exterior of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment may have a shape substantially similar to a rectangular parallelepiped.

[475] When the door (101) operates to open and close the accommodation space (201) as described above, the lighting unit (400) may operate in conjunction with operation of the door (101).

[476] For example, the lighting unit (400) may remain off when the door (101) is closed, and may be turned on when a user approaches the showcase (1000) or opens the door (101).

[477] Further, when the user subsequently closes the door (101), the lighting unit (400) may remain on for a predetermined period of time and then be turned off, for example, by gradually dimming.

[478] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the front of the accommodation space (201) is opened and closed by the door (101), a visual lighting effect may be produced according to an open or closed state of the door (101).

[479] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes an inner cabinet (200), an inner cover (300), a first light (410), and a second light (420).

[480] The inner cabinet (200) has an accommodation space (201) configured to accommodate an article. The article may enter and exit the accommodation space (201) through an open front, and the accommodation space (201) may be opened and closed by a door (101).

[481] The inner cover (300) is installed inside the inner cabinet (200) and covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet (200) in the accommodation space (201), and may form the innermost surface of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[482] The first light (410) is installed at the front of the inner cover (300) so as to extend in the longitudinal direction, and the second light (420) is installed at an upper portion of the front of the inner cover (300) so as to extend in the lateral direction. The first light (410) and the second light (420) may function as key lights for adjusting the brightness and atmosphere of the showcase (1000) according to the present embodiment.

[483] The first light (410) and the second light (420) may provide a visual signal to a user before other lights, for example, by being turned on when the user approaches the showcase (1000), or may illuminate a front portion of the showcase (1000).

[484] Further, since the first light (410) and the second light (420) are respectively installed to extend in the lateral direction and the longitudinal direction, they may form part of the exterior design of the showcase (1000).

[485] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is illuminated by the first light (410) and the second light (420), various visual effects may be produced through illumination, thereby enhancing a display effect of an article accommodated in the accommodation space (201).

[486] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a third light (430) installed on an upper surface of the inner cover (300).

[487] That is, the third light (430), which is capable of emitting light downward from the upper surface of the inner cover (300), may be installed to illuminate an article accommodated below the upper surface of the inner cover (300).

[488] In this case, the third light (430) may have a spotlight structure such that an article accommodated below the upper surface of the inner cover (300) is intensively illuminated.

[489] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the third light (430) is installed on the upper surface of the inner cover (300), illumination may be provided downward from the upper surface of the inner cover (300).

[490] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an adjustable shelf (600) installed to divide the accommodation space (201) and capable of being raised and lowered in a longitudinal direction.

[491] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space (201) is divided in a variable manner by the adjustable shelf (600) capable of being raised and lowered, various articles may be accommodated by adjusting the height of the adjustable shelf (600).

[492] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a fourth light (440) installed on a lower surface of the adjustable shelf (600).

[493] That is, the fourth light (440), which is capable of emitting light downward from the lower surface of the adjustable shelf (600), may be installed to illuminate an article accommodated below the lower surface of the adjustable shelf (600).

[494] In this case, the fourth light (440) may have a spotlight structure such that an article accommodated below the lower surface of the adjustable shelf (600) is intensively illuminated.

[495] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the fourth light (440) is installed on the lower surface of the adjustable shelf (600), illumination may be provided downward from the lower surface of the adjustable shelf (600).

[496] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a fifth light (450) installed on a rear surface of the adjustable shelf (600).

[497] That is, the fifth light (450), which is capable of emitting light rearward from the rear surface of the adjustable shelf (600), may be installed to illuminate the inner cover (300) disposed to the rear of the adjustable shelf (600).

[498] In this case, the fifth light (450) may emit light containing predetermined design elements toward the inner cover (300), thereby not only indirectly illuminating an article accommodated in the accommodation space (201), but also adjusting the brightness and atmosphere of the accommodation space (201).

[499] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the fifth light (450) is installed on the rear surface of the adjustable shelf (600), illumination may be provided rearward from the rear surface of the adjustable shelf (600).

[500] The showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may further include a drawer (800) and a sixth light (460).

[501] The drawer (800) is installed on the inner cover (300) and divides the accommodation space (201) into upper and lower portions. The accommodation space (201) of the showcase (1000) may thus be divided into upper and lower portions by the drawer (800), and the user may use the respective upper and lower portions of the accommodation space (201) to display different articles or to manage articles in different manners.

[502] The sixth light (460) is installed on a lower surface of the drawer (800). The sixth light (460), which is capable of emitting light downward from the lower surface of the drawer (800), may illuminate an article accommodated below the lower surface of the drawer (800).

[503] In this case, the sixth light (460) may have a spotlight structure such that an article accommodated below the lower surface of the drawer (800) is intensively illuminated.

[504] As described above, in the showcase (1000) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, since the sixth light (460) is installed on the lower surface of the drawer (800) that divides the accommodation space (201) into upper and lower portions, illumination may be provided downward from the lower surface of the drawer (800).

[505] Meanwhile, the first light (410), the second light (420), the third light (430), the fourth light (440), the fifth light (450), and the sixth light (460) may be turned on in conjunction with one another, and may be controlled to have various lighting modes, durations, patterns, colors, and the like through signal input from a user of the showcase (1000), detection of a state, or the like.

[506] For example, when a user approaches the showcase (1000) to use the showcase (1000), the approach may be detected and the lighting unit (400) may be controlled to provide a welcome function.

[507] Specifically, a radar sensor (901) or the like may be disposed at an upper front portion of the showcase (1000) to detect a user approaching the showcase (1000) for use.

[508] In this case, the lighting unit (400), particularly the first light (410) and the second light (420), may be turned on to provide a welcome signal to the user.

[509] Meanwhile, a user detected by the radar sensor (901) may merely be passing in front of the showcase (1000) rather than approaching the showcase (1000) for use.

[510] In such a case, since there is no need to provide a welcome signal to the user, it may be desirable, for energy saving and provision of a smart UX function, for the lighting unit (400) to be turned on only when the user is facing the showcase (1000).

[511] Accordingly, a camera (903) or the like may be disposed at a front portion of the showcase (1000) to detect a direction in which a user detected by the radar sensor (901) is facing.

[512] In this case, in order to avoid issues relating to personal information or the like, it may be desirable to dispose the camera (903) at a lower front portion of the showcase (1000) (for example, at a height of 15 cm from a floor surface and at an angle of 80° so as to detect a region 80 cm in front of the showcase (1000)), such that the camera (903) recognizes the user's feet rather than the user's face.

[513] Alternatively, a touch sensor (902) or the like may be disposed at a front portion of the showcase (1000), such that, when a user who has approached the showcase (1000) touches the touch sensor (902), the lighting unit (400) is turned on to provide a welcome signal to the user.

[514] In this case, detection data of the radar sensor (901) obtained when the user touches the touch sensor (902) may be stored and learned, such that an approaching state of the user may subsequently be determined based only on the detection data of the radar sensor (901).

[515]

[516] Although specific embodiments of the present disclosure have been described above and illustrated in the figures, the present disclosure is not limited to the described embodiments, and it will be apparent to a person ordinarily skilled in the art that various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. Accordingly, such modifications or variations should not be individually understood as departing from the technical spirit or perspective of the present disclosure, and modified embodiments should be regarded as falling within the scope of the claims of the present disclosure. INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY

[517] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space while the inner cover covers an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet, the article accommodated in the accommodation space does not directly contact the inner cabinet, thereby minimizing effects of an external environment on the article.

[518] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since an article is accommodated in the accommodation space inward of the inner cover and an installation space is separately formed between the inner cover and the inner cabinet, interference between the article accommodated in the accommodation space and main components may be prevented, thereby enabling more efficient management and display of the article.

[519] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the installation space is concealed by the inner cover when a user views the accommodation space from the front, external exposure of main components installed in the installation space may be prevented, thereby further improving aesthetic appearance and minimizing malfunction or damage.

[520] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space is illuminated by the lighting unit, various visual effects may be produced through illumination, thereby enhancing a display effect of an article accommodated in the accommodation space.

[521] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since electrical equipment connected to the lighting unit is installed in the installation space, the electrical equipment may stably perform its intended function.

[522] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since air in the accommodation space is circulated through the intake port and the discharge port, the temperature and / or humidity of an article accommodated in the accommodation space may be effectively managed through air circulation.

[523] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since heat exchange of air circulating in the accommodation space is performed in the machine room disposed below the inner cabinet, relatively heavy components for temperature and / or humidity management may be disposed at a lower portion, thereby maintaining an overall stable structure.

[524] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the intake duct and the discharge duct, which respectively connect the intake port and the discharge port to the machine room, are installed in the installation space, the intake duct and the discharge duct may stably perform their intended functions.

[525] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space is divided in a variable manner by the adjustable shelf capable of being raised and lowered, accommodation of various articles may be possible through adjustment of the height of the adjustable shelf.

[526] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the shelf rail configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf is installed in the installation space, the shelf rail may stably perform its intended function.

[527] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the insulation is interposed between the outer cabinet and the inner cabinet, effects caused by changes in external temperature may be prevented from being transferred to the accommodation space, thereby enabling appropriate management of an article.

[528] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the frame is coupled to each of the outer cabinet and the inner cabinet, the outer cabinet and the inner cabinet may be easily assembled to and stably supported by the frame, thereby allowing the showcase to be smoothly and robustly manufactured.

[529] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the inner cover includes a side cover, a rear cover, an upper cover, and a lower cover, installation of the inner cover covering an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet may be facilitated.

[530] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the inner cover further includes a front cover, a front portion of the installation space may be concealed by the inner cover even when the door is open.

[531] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the accommodation space is divided into front and rear portions by an openable and closable partition, portions of the accommodation space for storage and display may be separately used, thereby allowing a plurality of articles to be managed and displayed in various manners.

[532] Further, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, since the partition is received in the installation space as the partition is opened, exposure of the partition to the outside in the opened state may be minimized.

Claims

1. A showcase comprising:an outer cabinet;an inner cabinet installed inside the outer cabinet and having an accommodation space configured to accommodate an article; andan inner cover installed inside the inner cabinet and covering an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet in the accommodation space.

2. The showcase of claim 1, wherein an installation space is formed between the inner cabinet and the inner cover.

3. The showcase of claim 2, wherein the installation space is concealed from a front side of the accommodation space by the inner cover.

4. The showcase of claim 2, further comprising a lighting unit installed to illuminate the accommodation space.

5. The showcase of claim 4, further comprising electrical equipment installed in the installation space and electrically connected to the lighting unit.

6. The showcase of claim 2, further comprising:an intake port formed in the inner cover and capable of drawing in air from theaccommodation space; anda discharge port formed in the inner cover and capable of supplying air into the accommodation space.

7. The showcase of claim 6, further comprising a machine room disposed below the inner cabinet, wherein heat exchange is performed in the machine room with air circulating in the accommodation space.

8. The showcase of claim 7, further comprising:an intake duct installed in the installation space and connecting the machine room and the intake port; anda discharge duct installed in the installation space and connecting the machine room and the discharge port.

9. The showcase of claim 2, further comprising an adjustable shelf installed to divide the accommodation space and capable of being raised and lowered in a longitudinal direction.

10. The showcase of claim 9, further comprising a shelf rail installed in the installation space and configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf in the longitudinal direction.

11. The showcase of claim 1, further comprising insulation interposed between the outer cabinet and the inner cabinet.

12. The showcase of claim 11, further comprising a frame to which the outer cabinet and the inner cabinet are each coupled.

13. The showcase of claim 1, wherein the inner cover comprises a side cover, a rear cover, an upper cover, and a lower cover respectively covering a side inner wall, a rear inner wall, an upper inner wall, and a lower inner wall of the inner cabinet.

14. The showcase of claim 13, wherein the inner cover further comprises a front cover covering a front inner wall of the inner cabinet.

15. A showcase comprising:an outer cabinet;an inner cabinet installed inside the outer cabinet and having an accommodation space configured to accommodate an article;a rear-side inner cover installed in a rear region within the inner cabinet and covering an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet in the accommodation space; anda front-side inner cover installed in a front region within the inner cabinet and covering an inner wall surface of the inner cabinet in the accommodation space.

16. The showcase of claim 15, further comprising a partition installed between the rear-side inner cover and the front-side inner cover so as to be openable and closable.

17. The showcase of claim 16, wherein an installation space is formed between the inner cabinet and the rear-side inner cover and between the inner cabinet and the front-side inner cover.

18. The showcase of claim 17, wherein the installation space is concealed from a front side of the accommodation space by the rear-side inner cover and the front-side inner cover.

19. The showcase of claim 17, further comprising:a lighting unit installed to illuminate the accommodation space; andelectrical equipment installed in the installation space and electrically connected to the lighting unit.

20. The showcase of claim 17, further comprising:an adjustable shelf installed to divide the accommodation space and capable of being raised and lowered in a longitudinal direction; anda shelf rail installed in the installation space and configured to guide raising and lowering of the adjustable shelf in the longitudinal direction.

21. The showcase of claim 17, wherein the partition is received in the installation space as the partition is opened.

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