Box assembly and refrigeration appliance

Abstract

The application relates to the household appliance technical field and discloses a cabinet assembly which comprises a cabinet body, a door body, a movable shaft sleeve, a hinge plate and an unlocking handle. The door body is arranged on the cabinet body, and a fixed shaft sleeve is arranged on the pivoting side of the door body. The movable shaft sleeve is slidably arranged in the fixed shaft sleeve, and a first limiting groove is arranged on the inner side of the movable shaft sleeve. The hinge plate comprises a mounting plate and a rotating shaft which is inserted into the movable shaft sleeve, and a first limiting protrusion is arranged on the rotating shaft at a position corresponding to the first limiting groove. The unlocking handle is rotatably arranged on the door body and connected with the movable shaft sleeve through a driving rod. In this way, the user can more conveniently unlock the cabinet assembly, and the use experience of the user is improved. The application also discloses a refrigeration equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, such as a cabinet assembly and a refrigeration device. Background Technology

[0002] A door lock is a type of lock installed on a door. In daily life, door locks can be installed on the doors of furniture such as refrigerators, wardrobes, and cabinets to secure them. For example, if a refrigerator has been used for a long time, the seal may wear or deform, causing the door to not close properly. A loose door can lead to poor refrigeration, increased energy consumption, and frost buildup inside the refrigerator. Furthermore, if children are present in the home and the refrigerator door is not locked, they can easily open it and consume cold food.

[0003] Modern refrigerators typically have door locks installed on the door to prevent accidental opening and to keep the door locked inside the refrigerator.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] For refrigerators with locks on the secondary door, users need to unlock the door before opening it. This is inconvenient if the user has other items in their hands, thus reducing the user experience.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only for enhancing the understanding of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] 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, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a housing assembly and a refrigeration device. Rotating the unlocking handle drives the movable bushing to move via the drive rod, causing the movable bushing to disengage from the rotating shaft limiting protrusion, thereby unlocking the housing assembly. This solves the problem of inconvenient unlocking for users and improves the user experience.

[0009] This disclosure provides a cabinet assembly including a cabinet body, a door, a movable bushing, a hinge plate, and an unlocking handle. The door is disposed on the cabinet body, and a fixed bushing is disposed on the pivot side of the door. The movable bushing is slidably disposed within the fixed bushing, and a first limiting groove is provided on the inner side of the movable bushing. The hinge plate includes a mounting plate and a rotating shaft inserted into the movable bushing, and a first limiting protrusion is provided at the position of the rotating shaft corresponding to the first limiting groove. The unlocking handle is rotatably disposed on the door and is connected to the movable bushing via a drive rod. When the door is in the closed state, the first limiting protrusion engages with the first limiting groove, locking the door; when the unlocking handle is rotated, it drives the movable bushing to slide downward via the drive rod, causing the first limiting protrusion to disengage from the first limiting groove, thus unlocking the door.

[0010] In some embodiments, the fixed bushing is provided with a second limiting groove, and the movable bushing is provided with a second limiting protrusion at a position corresponding to the second limiting groove. The second limiting protrusion can engage with the second limiting groove, allowing the movable bushing to slide along a predetermined trajectory within the fixed bushing.

[0011] In some embodiments, the drive lever includes a first segment and a second segment. The first segment abuts against the lower end face of the movable bushing, and the second segment abuts against the unlocking handle. The angle between the first segment and the second segment is a first angle θ.

[0012] In some embodiments, the unlocking handle includes a latch and an abutment that is bent and connected to the latch. The unlocking handle is rotatable about the connection between the latch and the abutment.

[0013] In some embodiments, the angle between the handle and the abutment end is less than 90°.

[0014] In some embodiments, the housing assembly further includes a resilient element. The resilient element is disposed at the handle for resetting the unlocking handle.

[0015] In some embodiments, the door also includes a door handle. The door handle is disposed outside the unlock handle. A first end of the elastic element abuts against the door handle, and the other end abuts against the unlock handle.

[0016] In some embodiments, the door handle is further provided with a rotating protrusion. The unlocking handle is rotatably provided on the rotating protrusion.

[0017] In some embodiments, the door includes a main door and a secondary door. The main door is located at the opening of the housing body, and the secondary door is located outside the main door. A fixed bushing and a drive rod are located on the secondary door. The hinge plates include a main door hinge plate and a secondary door hinge plate. The main door hinge plate connects the main door and the housing body, and the secondary door hinge plate connects the secondary door and the main door. A pivot is located on the secondary door hinge plate.

[0018] This disclosure also provides a refrigeration device, including the aforementioned housing assembly.

[0019] The enclosure assembly and refrigeration equipment provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0020] This disclosure provides a cabinet assembly including a cabinet body, a door, a movable bushing, a hinge plate, and an unlocking handle. The door is disposed on the cabinet body, and a fixed bushing is disposed on the pivot side of the door. The movable bushing is slidably disposed within the fixed bushing, and a first limiting groove is provided on the inner side of the movable bushing. The hinge plate includes a mounting plate and a rotating shaft inserted into the movable bushing, and a first limiting protrusion is provided at the position of the rotating shaft corresponding to the first limiting groove. The unlocking handle is rotatably disposed on the door and is connected to the movable bushing via a drive rod. When the door is in the closed state, the first limiting protrusion engages with the first limiting groove, locking the door; when the unlocking handle rotates, it drives the movable bushing downwards via the drive rod, causing the first limiting protrusion to disengage from the first limiting groove, thus unlocking the door. This makes it easier for users to unlock the cabinet assembly, improving the user experience.

[0021] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0022] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a housing assembly provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of a housing assembly provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0025] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a door provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0026] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of a partial structure of a housing assembly provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a hinge plate provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a movable bushing provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0029] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram of another movable bushing provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0030] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an unlocking handle provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0031] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigeration device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0032] Figure label:

[0033] 1: Box body; 2: Door body; 201: Fixed bushing; 2011: Second limit groove; 202: Main door; 203: Secondary door; 3: Drive rod; 301: First rod segment; 302: Second rod segment; 4: Unlock handle; 401: Handle; 402: Abutting end; 5: Hinge plate; 501: Mounting plate; 502: Rotating shaft; 503: First limit protrusion; 504: Main door hinge plate; 505: Secondary door hinge plate; 6: Movable bushing; 601: First limit groove; 602: Second limit protrusion; 7: Door handle; 701: Rotating protrusion; 8: Elastic element. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0035] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0036] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better description of the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0038] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0039] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0040] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0041] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0042] This disclosure provides a housing assembly including a housing body 1, a door 2, a movable bushing 6, a hinge plate 5, and an unlocking handle 4. The door 2 is disposed on the housing body 1, and a fixed bushing 201 is provided on the pivot side of the door 2. The movable bushing 6 is slidably disposed within the fixed bushing 201, and a first limiting groove 601 is provided on the inner side of the movable bushing 6. The hinge plate 5 includes a mounting plate 501 and a rotating shaft 502 inserted into the movable bushing 6, and a first limiting protrusion 503 is provided at the position corresponding to the first limiting groove 601 on the rotating shaft 502. The unlocking handle 4 is rotatably disposed on the door 2 and connected to the movable bushing 6 via a drive rod 3. When the door 2 is closed, the first limiting protrusion 503 engages with the first limiting groove 601, locking the door 2; the unlocking handle 4 rotates and drives the movable bushing 6 to slide downward through the drive rod 3, so that the first limiting protrusion 503 disengages from the first limiting groove 601, unlocking the door 2.

[0043] Specifically, when the housing assembly is in the locked state, the unlocking handle 4 lifts the movable bushing 6 via the drive rod 3, so that the first limiting groove 601 of the movable bushing 6 engages with the first limiting protrusion 503 of the rotating shaft 502. Rotating the unlocking handle 4 causes the drive rod 3 to move downward, so that the movable bushing 6 slides downward and disengages from the rotating shaft 502, thereby unlocking the housing assembly.

[0044] The length of the first limiting protrusion 503 is less than the sliding distance of the movable bushing 6. This ensures that when the movable bushing 6 slides upward to the locked position, the first limiting protrusion 503 engages with the first limiting groove 601 to lock the housing assembly; when the movable bushing 6 slides downward to the unlocked position, the first limiting protrusion 503 disengages from the first limiting groove 601 to unlock the housing assembly.

[0045] In some embodiments, the rotating shaft 502 is provided with multiple sets of first limiting protrusions 503, and the movable bushing 6 is provided with multiple sets of first limiting grooves 601.

[0046] Specifically, the rotating shaft 502 is provided with two sets of first limiting protrusions 503, and the two sets of first limiting protrusions 503 are symmetrically arranged with the axis of the rotating shaft 502 as the center line. The movable bushing 6 is provided with two sets of first limiting grooves 601, which correspond to the positions of the first limiting protrusions 503. This arrangement can increase the stability of the engagement between the movable bushing 6 and the rotating shaft 502 when the housing assembly is in the locked state.

[0047] In some embodiments, the fixed bushing 201 is provided with a second limiting groove 2011, and the movable bushing 6 is provided with a second limiting protrusion 602 at a position corresponding to the second limiting groove 2011. The second limiting protrusion 602 can be engaged with the second limiting groove 2011 so that the movable bushing 6 slides along a predetermined trajectory within the fixed bushing 201.

[0048] Specifically, the height of the movable bushing 6 is less than the height of the fixed bushing 201, so that the movable bushing 6 can slide up and down within the fixed bushing 201. For example, the height of the movable bushing 6 can be 4 / 5, 3 / 4, or 2 / 3 of the height of the fixed bushing 201.

[0049] In some embodiments, the movable bushing 6 is provided with multiple sets of second limiting protrusions 602, and the fixed bushing 201 is provided with multiple sets of second limiting grooves 2011.

[0050] Specifically, the movable bushing 6 is provided with two sets of second limiting protrusions 602, and the two sets of second limiting protrusions 602 are symmetrically arranged with the axis of the movable bushing 6 as the center line. The fixed bushing 201 is provided with two sets of second limiting grooves 2011, and the positions correspond to the second limiting protrusions 602. This arrangement ensures that the movable bushing 6 slides within the fixed bushing 201 along a preset trajectory, preventing the movable bushing 6 from disengaging from the fixed bushing 201.

[0051] In some embodiments, the drive lever 3 includes a first segment 301 and a second segment 302. The first segment 301 abuts against the lower end face of the movable bushing 6, and the second segment 302 abuts against the unlocking handle 4. The included angle between the first segment 301 and the second segment 302 is a first included angle θ.

[0052] Specifically, the first rod segment 301 is located at the upper end of the door body 2, and the second rod segment 302 is located at the side end of the door body 2, wherein the upper end and the side end are adjacent. By arranging the drive rod 3 along the edge of the door body 2, it is possible to connect the unlocking handle 4 and the movable bushing 6 without affecting the aesthetics of the door body 2 or the wiring layout. Preferably, the first included angle θ is 90°.

[0053] In some embodiments, the unlocking handle 4 includes a latch 401 and an abutment end 402 that is bent and connected to the latch 401. The unlocking handle 4 is rotatable about the connection between the latch 401 and the abutment end 402.

[0054] Specifically, a handle mounting groove is provided at the side end of the door body 2 for installing the unlocking handle 4 and for providing space for the unlocking handle 4 to rotate. The handle mounting groove extends through the door body 2. The abutting end 402 of the unlocking handle 4 abuts against the second rod segment 302 of the drive rod 3. When the handle 401 is subjected to force, the unlocking handle 4 can rotate around the connection between the handle 401 and the abutting end 402, thereby causing the abutting end 402 to drive the drive rod 3 to move, so as to unlock or lock the box assembly.

[0055] In some embodiments, the included angle between the handle 401 and the abutment end 402 is less than 90°.

[0056] Specifically, the angle between the handle 401 and the abutment end 402 is less than 90°, which can reduce the installation space of the handle 401 while ensuring that the unlocking handle 4 rotates and drives the drive rod 3. For example, the angle between the handle 401 and the abutment end 402 can be 70°, 60°, 50° or 40°.

[0057] In some embodiments, the housing assembly further includes an elastic element 8. The elastic element 8 is disposed at the handle 401 for resetting the unlocking handle 4.

[0058] Specifically, the first end of the elastic element 8 is connected to the handle 401, and the second end is connected to the door body 2. When the door body 2 is locked, the handle 401 is forced to rotate the unlocking handle 4 and squeeze the elastic element 8, causing the drive rod 3 to drive the movable sleeve 6 downward to unlock the door body 2. When the force on the handle 401 is released, the elastic element 8 squeezes the handle 401, causing the unlocking handle 4 to rotate, which in turn drives the movable sleeve 6 upward through the drive rod 3 to lock the door body 2.

[0059] In some embodiments, the door body 2 further includes a door handle 7. The door handle 7 is disposed on the outside of the unlocking handle 4. The first end of the elastic element 8 abuts against the door handle 7, and the other end abuts against the unlocking handle 4.

[0060] Specifically, the door handle 7 is located on the outside of the unlock handle 4 and is fixedly connected to the door 2. The door 2 can be opened or closed by means of the door handle 7. This arrangement also allows the user to apply force to both the unlock handle 4 and the door handle 7 simultaneously when opening the door 2, thereby unlocking and opening the door 2, which improves the user experience.

[0061] In some embodiments, the door handle 7 is further provided with a rotating protrusion 701. The unlocking handle 4 is rotatably disposed on the rotating protrusion 701.

[0062] Specifically, the rotating protrusion 701 is positioned at the location corresponding to the handle mounting groove of the door handle 7, and the connection between the handle 401 and the abutment end 402 is rotatably located on the rotating protrusion 701. When the handle 401 is subjected to force, the unlocking handle 4 can rotate around the rotating protrusion 701.

[0063] In some embodiments, the door handle 7 includes a grip portion and a connecting portion for connecting the grip portion and the door body 2. The connecting portion is disposed at both ends of the grip portion, and a preset distance L1 exists between the grip portion and the door body 2.

[0064] Specifically, the preset distance L1 between the handle and the door 2 is greater than or equal to 2cm. For example, the preset distance L1 can be 2cm, 2.5cm, or 3cm. This setting makes it more convenient for users to use the unlocking handle 4 located inside the door handle 7.

[0065] In some embodiments, a rotating protrusion 701 is disposed between the handle portion of the door handle 7 and the door body 2.

[0066] Specifically, by placing the rotating protrusion 701 between the grip of the door handle 7 and the door 2, the clearance space for the unlocking handle 4 can be increased, allowing the unlocking handle 4 to rotate at a larger angle, thereby improving the user experience and avoiding the situation where the door 2 cannot be unlocked due to the unlocking handle 4 not rotating in place.

[0067] In some embodiments, the hinge plate 5 is disposed on the left or right side of the opening of the housing body 1.

[0068] Specifically, the mounting plate 501 of the hinge plate 5 is fixedly disposed on the left side of the opening of the housing body 1, the movable bushing 6 is disposed on the left side of the door body 2, and the door handle 7 and the unlocking handle 4 are disposed on the right side of the door body 2, so that when the right side of the door body 2 is subjected to force, it can rotate around the hinge plate 5 on the left side to open the opening of the housing body 1. Similarly, the mounting plate 501 of the hinge plate 5 is fixedly disposed on the right side of the opening of the housing body 1, the movable bushing 6 is disposed on the right side of the door body 2, and the door handle 7 and the unlocking handle 4 are disposed on the left side of the door body 2, so that when the left side of the door body 2 is subjected to force, it can rotate around the hinge plate 5 on the right side to open the opening of the housing body 1.

[0069] The above "left side" and "right side" are based on Figure 1 The description of the positional relationship between the hinge plate 5, the box body 1, and the door 2 is provided to facilitate the understanding of this application by those skilled in the art and does not constitute a limitation on this application.

[0070] In some embodiments, the door 2 includes a main door 202 and a secondary door 203. The main door 202 is located at the opening of the housing body 1, and the secondary door 203 is located outside the main door 202. A fixed bushing 201 and a drive rod 3 are located on the secondary door 203. The hinge plate 5 includes a main door 202 hinge plate 5 and a secondary door 203 hinge plate 5. The main door 202 hinge plate 5 connects the main door 202 and the housing body 1, and the secondary door 203 hinge plate 5 connects the secondary door 203 and the main door 202. A pivot 502 is located on the secondary door 203 hinge plate 5.

[0071] Specifically, the elastic element 8 presses the unlocking handle 4, causing the unlocking handle 4 to rotate and drive the movable bushing 6 upward via the drive rod 3. This causes the first limiting groove 601 to engage with the first limiting protrusion 503, locking the secondary door 203 to the main door 202. At this time, the door handle 7 can simultaneously drive the main door 202 and the secondary door 203 to rotate synchronously. When the unlocking handle 4 is forced to rotate, it presses the elastic element 8, causing the drive rod 3 to drive the movable bushing 6 downward. This causes the first limiting groove 601 to disengage from the first limiting protrusion 503, unlocking the secondary door 203 to the main door 202. At this time, the door handle 7 can drive the secondary door 203 to rotate without driving the main door 202 to rotate.

[0072] This disclosure also provides a refrigeration device, including the aforementioned housing assembly.

[0073] Preferably, the aforementioned refrigeration equipment is a door-in-door refrigerator.

[0074] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural 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. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A housing assembly, characterized in that, include: Box body; A door is provided on the main body of the box, and a fixed bushing is provided on the pivot side of the door; A movable bushing is slidably disposed within a fixed bushing, and a first limiting groove is provided on the inner side of the movable bushing; wherein the height of the movable bushing is less than the height of the fixed bushing; the fixed bushing is provided with a second limiting groove; a second limiting protrusion is provided on the movable bushing at a position corresponding to the second limiting groove, wherein the second limiting protrusion can engage with the second limiting groove, so that the movable bushing slides along a predetermined trajectory within the fixed bushing; The hinge plate includes a mounting plate and a rotating shaft inserted into the movable bushing, wherein a first limiting protrusion is provided at a position corresponding to the first limiting groove on the rotating shaft; wherein the length of the first limiting protrusion is less than the sliding distance of the movable bushing; and, An unlocking handle is rotatably mounted on the door body and connected to the movable bushing via a drive rod; wherein the drive rod includes: a first rod segment that abuts against the lower end face of the movable bushing; and a second rod segment that abuts against the unlocking handle; When the door is closed, the first limiting protrusion engages with the first limiting groove, locking the door. The unlocking handle rotates and drives the movable bushing downward via the drive rod, causing the first limiting protrusion to disengage from the first limiting groove, thus unlocking the door.

2. The housing assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The angle between the first segment and the second segment is the first angle θ.

3. The housing assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The unlocking handle includes a latch and an abutment that is bent and connected to the latch. The unlocking handle can rotate around the connection between the buckle and the abutment end.

4. The housing assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The angle between the handle and the abutting end is less than 90°.

5. The housing assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, Also includes: An elastic element is provided at the handle to reset the unlocking handle.

6. The housing assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The door also includes: The door handle is located on the outside of the unlock handle. The first end of the elastic element abuts against the door handle, and the other end abuts against the unlocking handle.

7. The housing assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The door handle is also equipped with a rotating protrusion. The unlocking handle is rotatably mounted on the rotating protrusion.

8. The housing assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The door includes a main door and a secondary door. The main door is located at the opening of the box body, and the secondary door is located outside the main door. The fixed bushing and the drive rod are located on the secondary door. The hinge plate includes a main door hinge plate and a secondary door hinge plate. The main door hinge plate is used to connect the main door and the housing body, and the secondary door hinge plate is used to connect the secondary door and the main door. The pivot is disposed on the secondary door hinge plate.

9. A refrigeration device, characterized in that, Includes the housing assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

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