Refrigerator

Abstract

The application discloses a refrigerator, and belongs to the technical field of refrigeration equipment. The refrigerator comprises a box body, the inside of the box body comprises a first containing space and a second containing space which are isolated from each other, a refrigeration module is arranged in the first containing space, the refrigeration module can be taken out of or put into the first containing space, and the refrigeration module is used for refrigeration and temperature reduction of the first containing space and the second containing space. The refrigerator is reasonable in design, and is convenient to maintain and repair.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, and particularly to refrigerators. Background Technology

[0002] In existing refrigerator products, the compressor, condenser, and evaporator of the refrigeration system are located in different positions inside the refrigerator and connected by pipes. This structure of the refrigeration system occupies a large space, and during maintenance and repair, different parts of the refrigerator need to be opened to repair and repair the corresponding components. In the event of an unclear fault, this increases the difficulty of maintenance and repair. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention provides a refrigerator with a refrigeration module integrated and disposed within a specific space of the refrigerator, facilitating maintenance and repair. The design is reasonable and user-friendly. To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts in a simple form as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a refrigerator is provided, the refrigerator including a cabinet, the interior of the cabinet including a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space isolated from each other, a refrigeration module being installed in the first accommodating space, the refrigeration module being removable or placed in the first accommodating space, the refrigeration module cooling the first accommodating space and the second accommodating space.

[0005] Optionally, the refrigeration module is connected in sequence to a compressor, a condenser, a throttling device, and an evaporator via refrigerant piping.

[0006] Optionally, the evaporator includes a first evaporator, or a first evaporator and a second evaporator.

[0007] Optionally, each of the accommodating spaces includes a refrigerator compartment and a freezer compartment, and the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment in each accommodating space are connected to the same evaporator via air ducts.

[0008] Optionally, the throttling device includes: a duct valve group disposed on the duct pipe; and a control device for controlling the opening degree of each duct valve in the duct valve group.

[0009] Optionally, it further includes: a receiving module for receiving a user's temperature setting value; a temperature sensor group installed in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment for detecting the temperature in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment; wherein, the control device is further configured to: control the opening degree of the air duct valve according to the temperature in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment detected by the temperature sensor group.

[0010] Optionally, the evaporator is covered with an insulation layer.

[0011] Optionally, it also includes a capillary tube installed inside the side wall of the refrigerator body, the capillary tube being connected to the condenser.

[0012] Optionally, the refrigerator includes a first door and a second door, which are installed on two opposite sides of the refrigerator body. The first door opens or closes the first accommodating space, and the second door opens or closes the second accommodating space.

[0013] Optionally, the first door body is provided with a water storage device.

[0014] The refrigerator of this invention integrates and sets up the refrigeration module in a certain space of the refrigerator, which facilitates maintenance and repair, is reasonably designed, and is convenient for users.

[0015] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit the invention. Attached Figure Description

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

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator door structure according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a side sectional view of a refrigerator door according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a side sectional view of a refrigerator door according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0022] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator door structure according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator door structure according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a side sectional view of a refrigerator door according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0025] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the refrigeration system structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0026] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0027] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0028] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0029] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0030] Figure Labels

[0031] 1. Cabinet; 2. Door; 3. Water storage device; 4. Water outlet; 5. Piping; 6. Drinking water switch; 7. Rotating baffle; 8. Ice maker; 9. Ice maker switch; 10. Ice maker inlet; 11. Refrigeration module; 12. Compressor; 13. Evaporator; 14. Condenser; 15. Air duct piping; 16. Refrigerator compartment; 17. Freezer compartment; 18. Air duct valve; 19. Control device; 20. Receiving module; 21. Temperature sensor; 22. Insulation layer; 23. Capillary tube; 24. Light guide plate; 25. Light-emitting component; 26. Control device; 27. Isolation component; 28. Detection device. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The following description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate specific embodiments of the invention to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural, logical, electrical, procedural, and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Some portions and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace portions and features of other embodiments. The scope of embodiments of the invention includes the entire scope of the claims and all available equivalents of the claims. In this document, each embodiment may be referred to individually or collectively with the term "invention," which is merely for convenience and is not intended to automatically limit the scope of application to any single invention or inventive concept if more than one invention is disclosed. Relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used herein only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, without requiring or implying any actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, or apparatus that includes said element. The various embodiments described herein are presented in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on its differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. For the methods, products, etc., disclosed in the embodiments, since they correspond to the method section disclosed in the embodiments, the descriptions are relatively simple; relevant details can be found in the method section description.

[0033] An exemplary embodiment of the present invention illustrates a refrigerator comprising: doors for opening the refrigerator mounted on two or more different sides of the refrigerator.

[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of a refrigerator according to an exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 1 As shown, doors 2 are installed on two opposite sides of the housing 1.

[0035] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A 3D diagram. Combined with... Figure 1 and Figure 2In the above scheme, the refrigerator body 1 includes a front panel and a back panel. Doors 2 for opening or closing the refrigerator body are respectively provided on two opposite sides between the front panel and the back panel. The refrigerator front panel includes a display section or a control section, or both. Doors 2 are installed on opposite sides of the refrigerator. The interior of the refrigerator includes two independent storage spaces, each of which can be opened or closed by the corresponding door. Each storage space includes one or more storage compartments. The refrigerator can be opened separately or simultaneously from opposite sides, providing convenience for flexible installation / placement. For example, the refrigerator can be placed between the kitchen and the dining room, with one door 2 facing the kitchen and the other door 2 facing the dining room. This allows users operating in the kitchen to open the kitchen-side door to retrieve ingredients, such as those needed for cooking, while users in the dining room can open the dining-side door to retrieve items such as drinks, wines, or other prepared ingredients. This allows users to open the appropriate door in different scenarios to retrieve ingredients suitable for those scenarios, providing flexibility and convenience and improving the user experience.

[0036] In the above solution, the doors on both sides are side-opening doors, opening to the left and right. Optionally, the doors 2 on both sides can open on the same side or opposite sides. That is, after opening the two doors of the refrigerator, the two doors can be on the same side or opposite sides of the refrigerator body 1, to suit different usage occasions and user habits.

[0037] As an example, one or both sides of the door panels on both sides are double doors. That is, one side of the door panel is set as a double door, as is commonly used in the prior art, where doors that open to opposite sides are set on one side of the door panel at the same time, reducing the volume of a single door panel, reducing the space occupied when opened, and making it convenient to use.

[0038] As another example, one or both sides of the doors on both sides include drawer-type doors, such as those used in the prior art, where food is stored in the drawer and is stored in and taken out of the refrigerator storage space as the door is pushed in and pulled out.

[0039] In the above scheme, one or both sides of the two or more doors on different sides can be set as a single door, a double door, a drawer door, or a rotating baffle, or a combination of one or more of these, to achieve different door combination methods. This makes it convenient for users to store different food / items in different spaces. For example, a double door and a drawer door can be set on one side at the same time, and a single door and a drawer door can be set on the other side. Alternatively, a rotating baffle and a drawer door that open from the top or bottom can be set on one side, so as to diversify the use and storage methods of the refrigerator.

[0040] As another example (not shown in the figure), doors 2 are installed on two adjacent faces of the housing 1.

[0041] In the above scheme, doors 2 are set on two adjacent sides. The refrigerator can be set in a corner, with one door facing the kitchen and the other door facing the dining room / living room. The refrigerator can be opened in different spaces to take out the food needed, making the use scenarios and usage methods of the refrigerator more flexible and versatile.

[0042] As an example, the doors on both sides are side-opening doors.

[0043] In the refrigerator of the above exemplary embodiment, the two or more doors open to different internal spaces of the refrigerator. Different storage spaces are separated within the refrigerator, and the doors are not interconnected. This ensures that the storage temperature and other conditions in each space can be specifically set according to the characteristics of the food within that space. Food / ingredients in each space are stored separately, preventing changes in the taste or spoilage of one food from affecting other foods.

[0044] As another example, the two or more doors open into the same internal space of the refrigerator. In the example above, each door opens into the same space of the refrigerator, and the interior of the refrigerator is interconnected, allowing the desired food / ingredients to be retrieved from each door for convenient use.

[0045] The way the refrigerator space is divided in the two examples above can be determined according to the user's usage scenario, placement location, or storage needs.

[0046] As another example, the space inside the refrigerator can be partially connected and partially separated. For some doors, such as the doors on the upper surfaces of two opposite sides, the spaces corresponding to the doors are connected, and the two doors open to the same space; while the lower area of ​​the refrigerator can have drawer doors on two opposite surfaces, so that the two drawer doors open to the spaces inside their respective drawers.

[0047] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator door structure according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 3 The refrigerator shown is an embodiment of the present invention. The cabinet 1 includes a front panel and a back panel. A first door and a second door for opening or closing the cabinet 1 are respectively provided on two opposite sides between the front panel and the back panel. A water storage device 3 is provided on the first door.

[0048] In the above scheme, the water storage device 3 is a box with a water inlet; a groove is provided on the door to accommodate the water storage device.

[0049] As an example, the groove opening side is provided on the side of the door body 2, and the water storage device 3 can be installed and removed along the groove opening.

[0050] As another example, such as Figure 4 As shown, a groove is provided on the refrigerator door 2. The groove is opened by rotating baffles 7 that rotate along both sides of the refrigerator door 2, and the water storage device placed in the groove can be taken out.

[0051] In the above solution, room temperature drinking water is filled into the water storage device 3 and installed into the groove of the refrigerator door by pulling out a drawer or rotating a baffle. The cold environment inside the refrigerator is used to cool the room temperature water. When drinking is needed, the water storage device is taken out and the drinking water inside is poured out to provide users with cool drinking water, which meets users' needs for cooling off in summer, etc. No other refrigeration equipment is needed to cool the water, which saves energy and space and improves the energy utilization and space utilization of the refrigerator.

[0052] Figure 5 This is a side sectional view of a refrigerator door according to another exemplary embodiment. Figure 5 The refrigerator of one embodiment of the present invention shown also includes a component disposed on the door.

[0053] A drinking water device, comprising a water outlet 4 and a pipe 5; the water outlet 4 is connected to the water storage device 3 via the pipe 5.

[0054] The water outlet 4 of the water storage device 3 can be achieved by using a water outlet control valve, such as that of a humidifier. When the water storage device 3 is installed inside the door 2, the water outlet control valve is opened, and water flows from the water outlet 4 into the drinking water device.

[0055] In the above scheme, a groove is provided on the outer side of the door body 2, and the water outlet is placed in the groove.

[0056] The drinking water device also includes a drinking water switch 6, which controls the connection and disconnection of the pipeline 5 and the water outlet.

[0057] In the above solution, the water storage device 3 is connected by a pipeline, and the water in the water storage device 3 is controlled to flow out from the water outlet 4 by the water dispensing switch 6. The user can directly get water from the water outlet 4 for drinking, which is more convenient. The pipeline 5, water outlet 4 and water dispensing switch 6 are set up using the internal space of the refrigerator door 2, without occupying extra space. The overall space is used reasonably, which improves the space utilization rate of the refrigerator.

[0058] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator door structure according to another exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 6 The refrigerator shown in this embodiment of the present invention has a water dispensing switch 6, which can be a limit block, such as a water outlet 4, when the switch placed on the door is triggered.

[0059] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 7 The refrigerator of one embodiment of the present invention shown also includes an ice-making device 8 disposed on the door body corresponding to the freezer space of the refrigerator.

[0060] In the above scheme, the ice-making device 8 is a box with a water inlet; the door 2 is provided with a groove to accommodate the ice-making device 8.

[0061] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 8 The refrigerator shown is an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the water inlet of the ice-making device 8 is connected to the water storage device 3 via a pipe 5.

[0062] In the above solution, a groove is installed on the door of the refrigerator corresponding to the freezer area to accommodate the ice maker. The ice maker 8 can be an existing ice tray for making ice. The ice maker is installed and removed / taken out using a rotating baffle 7 structure. Ice is taken out of the ice maker for use. Drinking water can be manually added or introduced from the water storage device 3 through a switch structure such as the ice maker switch 9 to continue making ice for later use, meeting various user needs and improving the utilization rate of the refrigerator.

[0063] As an example, a rotating baffle 7 is provided on the door body 2, which rotates along the door body 2 to open the groove.

[0064] The installation methods of the water storage device and ice making device in the above scheme are only examples. In actual applications, they can be flexibly set. For example, the receiving groove of the ice making device can be set to be the same as the receiving groove of the water storage device, and the same applies to the water storage device.

[0065] like Figure 2 The refrigerator of one embodiment of the present invention shown further includes: a refrigeration module 11; wherein the refrigerator has a space for accommodating the refrigeration module 11.

[0066] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 9 The refrigerator shown is an embodiment of the present invention. The refrigeration module includes: a compressor 12, a condenser 14, an evaporator 13, and an air duct 15 connecting the compressor, the condenser, and the evaporator.

[0067] In the above scheme, the refrigerator includes two doors 2, which are installed on two opposite sides of the refrigerator. The doors open two different spaces of the refrigerator, each of which includes a refrigerator compartment 16 and a freezer compartment 17.

[0068] In the above scheme, the refrigeration module includes two evaporators 13, and the refrigerator compartment 16 and the freezer compartment 17 in each space are connected to the same evaporator 13. Each space is connected to the evaporator 13 through an air duct 15.

[0069] In the above solution, each refrigerator door 2 opens to an independent space, including a refrigerator compartment and a freezer compartment. The refrigeration and freezing needs are met on each side of the door. The refrigerator compartment and freezer compartment on each side of the door use one evaporator. The spaces corresponding to the two refrigerator doors are relatively independent, achieving independent control and preventing food odors from mixing between the two refrigerators. When one side of the refrigerator door is placed in the kitchen and the other side is placed in the living room or dining room, it ensures that the food odors on both sides of the refrigerator will not flow to the other side, and the temperature on both sides is independently controlled according to the user's settings or the usage environment, making it convenient to use.

[0070] In the above scheme, the throttling device includes: a duct valve group, which is installed on the duct 15; and a control device 19, which is used to control the opening degree of each duct valve 18 in the duct valve group.

[0071] The above scheme also includes: a receiving module 20 for receiving the user's temperature setting value; a temperature sensor group installed in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment for detecting the temperature in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment; wherein, the control device is also used to: control the opening degree of the air duct valve according to the temperature in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment detected by the temperature sensor group.

[0072] In the above scheme, the opening degree of the air duct valve 18 is controlled according to the temperature set by the user and the actual temperature detected by the temperature sensor 21 to control the refrigeration and freezing temperatures in the refrigerator, thereby achieving different temperature zone control and improving the intelligence of the refrigerator product.

[0073] In the above scheme, the evaporator 13 is covered with an insulation layer 22.

[0074] The above solution also includes a capillary tube 23, which is installed inside the side wall of the refrigerator body and is connected to the condenser 14.

[0075] In the above scheme, the evaporator and condenser are integrated and placed in a certain space of the refrigerator. Optionally, they are placed at the bottom of the space corresponding to one side door of the refrigerator. In order to avoid the evaporator's cooling effect being affected by the condenser's heat dissipation, the evaporator is insulated and isolated by covering it with insulation material, and heat is dissipated from the condenser through a capillary tube. The capillary tube is set inside the side wall of the refrigerator to ensure the refrigerator's cooling efficiency.

[0076] In the above solution, the refrigerator includes two doors installed on two opposite sides of the refrigerator. The doors open into the same space of the refrigerator, which includes a refrigerator compartment and a freezer compartment.

[0077] In the above scheme, the refrigeration module includes an evaporator, and the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment are connected to the same evaporator through air ducts.

[0078] In the refrigerator described above, both doors 2 open to the same space, meaning the two doors are connected, and an evaporator is used to cool this space. Food can be taken out from both doors, making it convenient to use and suitable for larger spaces such as restaurant / hotel kitchens.

[0079] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 10 The refrigerator of one embodiment of the present invention shown includes a cabinet 1 with a storage space and a control device 19. One or more light guide plates 24 are provided on the side wall of the storage space. The storage space is also provided with a light-emitting component 25 corresponding to each light guide plate 24. The light-emitting component 25 is controlled by the control device 19 to emit light of a set color. The light emission color of the light-emitting component 24 is displayed on the corresponding light guide plate 24, wherein different light emission colors correspond to different indication information.

[0080] The housing 1 includes a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space that are isolated from each other, and one or more light guide plates 24 are provided on the side wall of the first accommodating space.

[0081] The above solution also includes doors 2 installed on two or more different sides of the refrigerator for opening the refrigerator. The refrigerator includes a first door and a second door, installed on two opposite sides of the refrigerator body. The first door opens or closes the first receiving space, and the second door opens or closes the second receiving space. The installation positions of the doors 2 are as follows: Figure 1-4 As shown.

[0082] In the above scheme, the one or more light guide plates 24 and the plurality of light-emitting components 25 are installed in the refrigerator compartment 16 of the refrigerator.

[0083] The above solution also includes a light-diffusing plate positioned between the light guide plate 29 and the refrigerator back panel. The light from the light-emitting component 24 is transformed into uniform light by the light-diffusing plate and then emitted by the light guide plate 29, resulting in a uniform and soft light emission effect and improving the user experience.

[0084] In the above scheme, Figure 10 For the front view from the side where the refrigerator door 2 is opened, optionally, one or more light guide plates 24 and multiple light-emitting components 25 are provided in the refrigerator compartment 16. The multiple light-emitting components 25 emit light of various colors to distinguish the storage areas of the refrigerator compartment 16, intuitively display the storage intervals of the refrigerator, enrich the product form, and improve the user experience.

[0085] As an example, the plurality of light-emitting components are LED lights. Optionally, the light-emitting component 25 can be made into a light strip with LEDs of multiple colors. Under the control of the control device 19, LEDs of different colors emit light, making the LED light strip display different colors.

[0086] In the above scheme, isolation components 27 are installed at the adjacent locations of the plurality of light guide plates 24.

[0087] As an example, the isolation component 27 is an opaque metal sealing strip.

[0088] The isolation component 27, namely the metal sealing strip, isolates the light from adjacent light guide plates, preventing interference between adjacent light guide plates 24, resulting in clear color display boundaries and an overall aesthetically pleasing and neat appearance.

[0089] As an example, each of the light guide plates 24 is installed corresponding to a light-emitting component 25 of a certain color. When there are multiple light guide plates 24, each light guide plate emits light of a fixed color, and multiple light guide plates 24 emit multiple colors.

[0090] As another example, each of the light guide plates is installed corresponding to multiple color light-emitting components, and the multiple color light-emitting components installed corresponding to each light guide plate are controlled to emit different colors of light at different times.

[0091] In the above scheme, each light guide plate is installed with multiple color light-emitting components, presenting a variety of variable colors. This allows the back panel of the refrigerator compartment 16 to display changing colors.

[0092] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 11The refrigerator of one embodiment of the present invention shown further includes: a detection device 28 for detecting the insertion and removal of food in the area corresponding to the light guide plate 24; the control device 19 is further used to determine the storage time of the food based on the time of insertion of the food detected by the detection device 28, and to control multiple light-emitting components 25 installed corresponding to the light guide plate 24 to emit light of different colors at different times based on the storage time.

[0093] As an example, the detection device 28 is a machine vision detection device. The machine vision system detects the time food has been placed in the storage areas corresponding to each light guide plate 24 inside the refrigerator. If the food is not removed, the control device 19 calculates the storage time of the food and adjusts the color of the light-emitting components according to the storage time. For example, when the storage time of vegetables exceeds a set time, such as 3 days, the light-emitting components installed on the corresponding light guide plate in the vegetable storage area emit red light to remind the user that the vegetables are no longer fresh and are not recommended for consumption.

[0094] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator according to another exemplary embodiment. For example... Figure 12 The refrigerator of one embodiment of the present invention shown includes a cabinet 1, the cabinet having a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space that are isolated from each other; the cabinet includes a first door that can open or close the first accommodating space and a second door that can open or close the second accommodating space, the first door being formed on a first side of the cabinet and the second door being formed on a second side of the cabinet, the first side and the second side being different sides; and a light-emitting part is provided along the edge of the first door.

[0095] The light-emitting part includes one or more light guide plates 24 and a plurality of light-emitting components 25 corresponding to the one or more light guide plates 24. The light-emitting components 25 are controlled by the control device 19 to emit light of a set color. The light emission color of the light-emitting component is displayed on the corresponding light guide plate 24, wherein different light emission colors correspond to different indication information.

[0096] In the above scheme, the light-emitting component and the light guide plate 24 can be set on the outside of the refrigerator door or on the outside side wall, or the light-emitting component 25 and the light guide plate 24 can also be set on the refrigerator side wall corresponding to the side of the refrigerator door 2 when the refrigerator is open; so as to make the refrigerator appearance present different colors when the refrigerator door is closed. Different colors can be used to distinguish different storage areas inside the refrigerator and indicate the location of the refrigerator compartment, enriching the refrigerator product form and improving the user experience.

[0097] The above solution also includes: doors 2 installed on two or more different sides of the refrigerator for opening the refrigerator; see the door installation structure below. Figure 1 and Figure 2 .

[0098] In the above scheme, the one or more light guide plates 24 and the plurality of light-emitting components 25 are installed in the area corresponding to the refrigerator compartment 16 of the refrigerator, so as to distinguish and display different storage areas within the refrigerator compartment 16.

[0099] As an example, the light-emitting component 25 is an LED lamp.

[0100] Reference to the relevant structures of the light-emitting component and light guide plate 24 on the outer side of the refrigerator door or on the side of the refrigerator door that is opened, as described in the above exemplary embodiments of the present invention. Figure 10 and Figure 11 The exemplary embodiment of the refrigerator structure shown has an isolation component 27 installed at the adjacent junctions of the plurality of light guide plates.

[0101] As an example, the isolation component 27 is an opaque metal sealing strip.

[0102] As an example, each of the light guide plates 24 is installed corresponding to a light-emitting component 25 of a certain color.

[0103] As another example, each of the light guide plates 24 is installed corresponding to a plurality of color light-emitting components 25. The plurality of color light-emitting components installed corresponding to each light guide plate are controlled to emit different colors of light at different times. The light-emitting components 25 are LED light strips with multiple colors, which are controlled to emit different colors of light at different times.

[0104] In the above-described design, the refrigerator also includes a detection device 28, which is installed inside the refrigerator. (See attached image.) Figure 11 The control device 19 is used to detect the placement and removal of food in the area corresponding to the light guide plate; the control device 19 is also used to determine the storage time of the food based on the time of placement of the food detected by the detection device, and to control multiple light-emitting components installed corresponding to the light guide plate to emit light of different colors at different times based on the storage time.

[0105] Figure 12 and Figure 13The refrigerator shown has a light-emitting component 25 and a light guide plate 24 installed in the refrigerator compartment. The light-emitting component and light guide plate 24 are also installed on the side wall of the door 2 on the side where the refrigerator is opened, or the light guide plate 24 and light-emitting component 25 are installed at the junction of the cabinet 1 and the door on the side where the refrigerator is opened. Optionally, the light-emitting component 25 and light guide plate 24 can also be installed separately on the outside of the door 2 or on the side wall of the cabinet on the side where the refrigerator is opened, i.e., at the connection between the door 2 and the cabinet when it is opened and closed.

[0106] As an example, the light-emitting component 25 and light guide plate 24 on the outer side of the door 2 or the side wall of the cabinet 1 are used as a reminder light strip. They are controlled by the color of the light-emitting component 25 in the corresponding area inside the refrigerator compartment 16. For example, when food in a certain area of ​​the refrigerator compartment has been stored for a long time and is not fresh, the control device controls the light-emitting component in the corresponding area of ​​the refrigerator compartment to display red. At the same time, it controls the light-emitting component on the outer side of the door or the side wall of the refrigerator corresponding to the area of ​​the refrigerator compartment to display red, so that the color displayed outside the refrigerator is consistent with the color displayed by the light guide plate in each area of ​​the refrigerator compartment. When the horizontal area inside the refrigerator compartment has multiple colors, the color of the light-emitting component on the outer side of the door or the side wall corresponding to the side wall of the refrigerator corresponding to the area of ​​the refrigerator compartment is the same as the color of the food that has been stored for a long time in the color display of the area inside the refrigerator compartment. This realizes the reminder of food in the refrigerator compartment, increases the function of the refrigerator product, and improves the user experience.

[0107] As an example, the detection device 28 is a machine vision detection device. Optionally, the machine vision detection device can be a camera that captures and analyzes images of the food inside the refrigerator, and identifies the food stored in the refrigerator to determine the storage time of the food.

[0108] Those skilled in the art will recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of the invention. Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, devices, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0109] It should be understood that the methods and products disclosed herein (including but not limited to devices and equipment) can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. For instance, the division of units is only a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. Furthermore, the shown or discussed correspondences or direct correspondences or communication connections between each other may be through some interfaces. The indirect correspondences or communication connections between devices or units may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units, i.e., they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs. Additionally, the functional units in the various embodiments of this invention may be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit may exist physically separately, or two or more units may be integrated into one unit.

Claims

1. A refrigerator, comprising a cabinet, characterized in that, The interior of the box includes a first and a second compartment that are isolated from each other. Each compartment includes one or more storage spaces. A refrigeration module is installed in the first compartment. The refrigeration module can be removed or placed into the first compartment. The refrigeration module cools down the first and second compartments. The refrigeration module is integrated and placed at the bottom of the storage space corresponding to one side door of the refrigerator. The refrigeration module includes a compressor, a condenser, a throttling device, and an evaporator connected in sequence via refrigerant piping. The evaporator is covered with an insulation layer to keep it insulated. The refrigerator includes a first door and a second door, wherein the first door opens or closes the first accommodating space, and the second door opens or closes the second accommodating space; The first door is equipped with a water storage device; the water storage device is a box with a water inlet; the door is provided with a groove to accommodate the water storage device; the opening side of the groove is located on the side of the door, and the water storage device can be inserted and removed along the opening of the groove. The door body is provided with a rotating baffle that rotates along the door body to open the groove; Open the groove by rotating the baffle along both sides of the refrigerator door to remove the water storage device placed in the groove or to insert the water storage device into the groove.

2. The refrigerator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The evaporator includes a first evaporator, or a first evaporator and a second evaporator.

3. The refrigerator according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each of the housing spaces includes a refrigerator compartment and a freezer compartment, and the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment in each housing space are connected to the same evaporator through air ducts.

4. The refrigerator according to claim 3, characterized in that, The throttling device includes: Air duct valve assembly, installed on the air duct duct; and, A control device is used to control the opening degree of each air duct valve in the air duct valve group.

5. The refrigerator according to claim 4, characterized in that, Also includes: The receiving module is used to receive the user's temperature setting value; A temperature sensor array is installed in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment to detect the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment; The control device is further configured to: control the opening degree of the air duct valve based on the temperatures detected by the temperature sensor group in the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment.

6. The refrigerator according to any one of claims 1 to 5, further comprising: A capillary tube is installed inside the side wall of the refrigerator body, and the capillary tube is connected to the condenser.

7. The refrigerator according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The first door and the second door are installed on two opposite sides of the housing.

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