Refrigerator turnover beam heating control method, device and turnover beam heating system

Abstract

The application relates to a heating control method and device of a refrigerator turnover beam and a turnover beam heating system. The system comprises a turnover detection unit, a main control unit and a heating unit. The turnover detection unit is used for detecting the position of the turnover beam. The turnover detection unit generates a first detection signal when the turnover beam is in a safe position and generates a second detection signal when the turnover beam is not in the safe position. The heating unit is used for heating the turnover beam. The main control unit is connected with the turnover detection unit and the heating unit. The method is applied to the main control unit and comprises the following steps: acquiring the detection signal generated by the turnover detection unit; when the detection signal is the second detection signal, controlling the heating unit to stop heating; and when the detection signal is the first detection signal, controlling the heating unit to start heating. The method solves the problem of continuous heating of the turnover beam, realizes the effect of controlling the heating unit to be turned on according to the position of the turnover beam, improves the heating efficiency, and reduces the safety hidden danger.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of refrigerator technology, and in particular to a heating control method, device, and heating system for a refrigerator tilting beam. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous improvement of people's living standards, frost-free refrigerators have entered thousands of households, and side-by-side refrigerators are becoming increasingly common. In existing side-by-side refrigerators, the two doors are closed via a flip-up beam structure to solve the problem of cold air leakage. Typically, the flip-up beam is located on the side wall of either door. To close the refrigerator, the user must first flip the beam to a vertical position on the door with the flip-up beam. When closing the door, the guide structure inside the refrigerator's liner guides the flip-up beam to a horizontal position, completing the closure. The horizontal flip-up beam, in conjunction with the magnetic strips on both sides of the refrigerator doors, creates a relatively enclosed space between the refrigerator body and the doors, effectively preserving cold air. However, due to poor insulation at the flip-up beam, condensation often occurs, leading to a poor user experience.

[0003] To address the condensation problem on the refrigerator's flip beam, a heater is typically installed to raise the surface temperature of the flip beam and reduce the risk of condensation. In existing technologies, many designs are based on a predetermined heating duration, controlling the heater to automatically turn on and off, achieving periodic heating and avoiding the safety hazards associated with continuous heating. For example, when a set heating cycle begins, the control module controls the power supply to supply power to a solid-state switch, energizing and turning it on. Once the solid-state switch is on, the heater controlling the refrigerator's flip beam is electrically connected to the live wire of the AC power supply for the flip beam, providing positive operating power. At this time, since the reverse power supply terminal of the heater is connected to the neutral wire of the AC power supply, the heater can begin heating.

[0004] However, existing technology overlooks the fact that the refrigerator's tilting beam may flip up during use, including normal flipping when the door is opened or abnormal flipping after the door is closed. If heating is still performed using time-controlled heating in this case, it will not only waste electricity, but also pose safety hazards due to high temperature and high pressure. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This embodiment provides a heating control method, device, and heating system for a refrigerator tilting beam to solve the problem of poor heating control effect of tilting beams in related technologies.

[0006] In a first aspect, this embodiment provides a heating control method for a refrigerator tilting beam. The method is applicable to a tilting beam heating system, which includes a tilting detection unit, a main control unit, and a heating unit.

[0007] The flip detection unit is used to detect the position of the flip beam; wherein, the flip detection unit generates a first detection signal when the flip beam is in a safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam is not in the safe position;

[0008] The main control unit is connected to the flip detection unit and the heating unit respectively;

[0009] The method is applied to the main control unit, and the method includes:

[0010] Obtain the detection signal generated by the flip detection unit;

[0011] When the detection signal is the second detection signal, the heating unit is controlled to stop heating the tilting beam;

[0012] When the detection signal is the first detection signal, the heating unit is controlled to start heating the flipping beam.

[0013] In some embodiments, controlling the heating unit to start heating the tilting beam when the detection signal is the first detection signal includes:

[0014] When the detection signal is the first detection signal, the open / closed status signal of the refrigerator door is acquired;

[0015] When the switch status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is closed, the heating unit is controlled to start heating the flip beam.

[0016] In some embodiments, the method further includes:

[0017] When the switch status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is not closed, an error warning is issued, and the heating unit is controlled to stop heating the flip beam.

[0018] In some embodiments, the flip detection unit includes a mechanical switch and a control circuit; the mechanical switch is connected to the control circuit, and the control circuit is connected to the main control unit.

[0019] The mechanical switch is activated by the pressure of the overturning beam in the safe position; when the mechanical switch is activated, the control circuit generates a first detection signal; when the mechanical switch is deactivated, the control circuit generates a second detection signal.

[0020] In some embodiments, the mechanical switch includes a first contact, a second contact, and a button connected to the second contact;

[0021] The first contact and the second contact are separated from each other when not subjected to the action of the flipping beam;

[0022] When the flipping beam is in the safe position, the button is pressed, and the button pushes the second contact point to a position where it contacts the first contact point.

[0023] In some embodiments, the inner side of the refrigerator door is provided with a protrusion; the inner side of the refrigerator door is the side facing the refrigerator cavity;

[0024] One side of the boss is opposite to the flip beam when it is in the safe position;

[0025] The mechanical switch is located inside the boss, and the button protrudes from the surface of the boss and points towards the flip beam.

[0026] In some embodiments, the mechanical switch further includes a resilient component, through which the button and the second contact are connected.

[0027] Secondly, this embodiment provides a heating control device for a refrigerator tilting beam. The device is applicable to a tilting beam heating system, which includes a tilting detection unit, a main control unit, and a heating unit.

[0028] The flip detection unit is used to detect the position of the flip beam; wherein, the flip detection unit generates a first detection signal when the flip beam is in a safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam is not in the safe position;

[0029] The main control unit is connected to the flip detection unit and the heating unit respectively;

[0030] The device is applied to the main control unit, and the device includes:

[0031] The signal acquisition module is used to acquire the detection signal generated by the flip detection unit;

[0032] The heating module is turned off to control the heating unit to stop heating the tilting beam when the detection signal is the second detection signal;

[0033] The heating module is activated to control the heating unit to start heating the tilting beam when the detection signal is the first detection signal.

[0034] Thirdly, this application also provides a tilting beam heating system, the system comprising: a tilting detection unit, a main control unit, and a heating unit;

[0035] The flip detection unit is used to detect the position of the flip beam; the flip detection unit generates a first detection signal when the flip beam is in a safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam is not in the safe position;

[0036] The heating unit is used to heat the tilting beam;

[0037] The main control unit is connected to the flip detection unit and the heating unit respectively;

[0038] The main control unit is used to implement the steps of the method described in any one of the first aspects.

[0039] Fourthly, this application also provides a computer device. The computer device includes a memory and a processor, the memory storing a computer program, and the processor executing the computer program to implement the heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam described in the first aspect.

[0040] Fifthly, this application also provides a computer-readable storage medium. The computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam described in the first aspect.

[0041] Compared with related technologies, the refrigerator tilting beam heating control method, device, and tilting beam heating system provided in this embodiment include a tilting detection unit, a main control unit, and a heating unit. The tilting detection unit is used to detect the position of the tilting beam. The tilting detection unit generates a first detection signal when the tilting beam is in a safe position and generates a second detection signal when the tilting beam is not in the safe position. The heating unit is used to heat the tilting beam. The main control unit is connected to the tilting detection unit and the heating unit respectively. The method is applied to the main control unit and includes: acquiring the detection signal generated by the tilting detection unit; when the detection signal is the second detection signal, controlling the heating unit to stop heating; when the detection signal is the first detection signal, controlling the heating unit to start heating. This solves the problem of continuous heating of the tilting beam, achieves selective activation of the heating unit according to the position of the tilting beam, improves heating efficiency, and reduces safety hazards caused by high temperature and high pressure.

[0042] Details of one or more embodiments of this application are set forth in the following drawings and description to make other features, objects and advantages of this application more readily apparent. Attached Figure Description

[0043] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0044] Figure 1 This is a hardware structure block diagram of the terminal of the heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam in one embodiment;

[0045] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the flip beam heating system in one embodiment;

[0046] Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating the heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam in one embodiment;

[0047] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the flip beam heating system in another embodiment;

[0048] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the mechanical switch in one embodiment;

[0049] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the flip beam opening on the refrigerator door in one embodiment;

[0050] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the flip beam returning to a safe position on the refrigerator door in one embodiment;

[0051] Figure 8 This is a flowchart illustrating the heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam in a preferred embodiment.

[0052] Figure 9 This is a structural block diagram of the heating control device for the refrigerator tilting beam in one embodiment.

[0053] Reference numerals: 102, processor; 104, memory; 106, transmission device; 108, input / output device; 21, flip detection unit; 211, mechanical switch; 2111, first contact; 2112, second contact; 2113, button; 2114, elastic component; 212, control circuit; 22, main control unit; 23, heating unit; 31, flip beam; 41, boss; 91, signal acquisition module; 92, heating module off; 93, heating module on. Detailed Implementation

[0054] To better understand the purpose, technical solution, and advantages of this application, the application is described and illustrated below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0055] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application shall have the general meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. Words such as “a,” “an,” “an,” “the,” “the,” and “these” used in this application do not indicate quantitative limitation and may be singular or plural. The terms “comprising,” “including,” “having,” and any variations thereof used in this application are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or device that comprises a series of steps or modules (units) is not limited to the listed steps or modules (units) but may include steps or modules (units) not listed, or may include other steps or modules (units) inherent to these processes, methods, products, or devices. Words such as “connected,” “linked,” and “coupled” used in this application are not limited to physical or mechanical connections but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. “Multiple” used in this application refers to two or more. “And / or” describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships may exist; for example, “A and / or B” can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, and B alone. Normally, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. The terms "first," "second," "third," etc., used in this application are merely to distinguish similar objects and do not represent a specific order of objects.

[0056] The method embodiments provided in this example can be executed on a terminal, computer, or similar computing device. For example, it can run on a terminal. Figure 1 This is a hardware structure block diagram of the terminal of the refrigerator tilting beam heating control method in this embodiment. (See diagram for example.) Figure 1 As shown, a terminal may include one or more ( Figure 1 Only one is shown in the diagram. A processor 102 and a memory 104 for storing data are also included. The processor 102 may be, but is not limited to, a microprocessor (MCU) or a programmable logic device (FPGA). The terminal may also include a transmission device 106 for communication functions and an input / output device 108. Those skilled in the art will understand that… Figure 1 The structure shown is for illustrative purposes only and does not limit the structure of the terminal described above. For example, the terminal may also include components that are larger than... Figure 1 The more or fewer components shown, or having the same Figure 1 The different configurations shown are illustrated.

[0057] The memory 104 can be used to store computer programs, such as application software programs and modules, like the computer program corresponding to the heating control method of the refrigerator tilting beam in this embodiment. The processor 102 executes various functional applications and data processing by running the computer program stored in the memory 104, thereby implementing the above-described method. The memory 104 may include high-speed random access memory, and may also include non-volatile memory, such as one or more magnetic storage devices, flash memory, or other non-volatile solid-state memory. In some instances, the memory 104 may further include memory remotely located relative to the processor 102, and these remote memories can be connected to the terminal via a network. Examples of such networks include, but are not limited to, the Internet, corporate intranets, local area networks, mobile communication networks, and combinations thereof.

[0058] The transmission device 106 is used to receive or send data via a network. This network includes a wireless network provided by the terminal's communication provider. In one example, the transmission device 106 includes a Network Interface Controller (NIC), which can connect to other network devices via a base station to communicate with the Internet. In another example, the transmission device 106 can be a Radio Frequency (RF) module used for wireless communication with the Internet.

[0059] This embodiment provides a heating control method for a refrigerator tilting beam. This method is applicable to the heating system of the tilting beam 31, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the system includes a flip detection unit 21, a main control unit 22, and a heating unit 23. The flip detection unit 21 is used to detect the position of the flip beam 31. The flip detection unit 21 generates a first detection signal when the flip beam 31 is in a safe position and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam 31 is not in a safe position. The main control unit 22 is connected to the flip detection unit 21 and the heating unit 23 respectively.

[0060] This method is applied to the main control unit 22. Figure 3 This is a flowchart of the heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam in this embodiment, as shown below. Figure 3 As shown, the process includes the following steps:

[0061] Step S310: Obtain the detection signal generated by the flip detection unit 21.

[0062] Step S320: When the detection signal is the second detection signal, control the heating unit 23 to stop heating the tilting beam 31.

[0063] Step S330: When the detection signal is the first detection signal, control the heating unit 23 to start heating the flipping beam 31.

[0064] Specifically, the flip beam 31 is installed on the side wall of the free end of one door of the refrigerator. When the refrigerator door is closed, the flip beam 31 flips from a vertical position to a horizontal position. The horizontal flip beam 31 seals with the magnetic strips on both sides of the refrigerator door, creating a relatively enclosed space between the refrigerator body and the door to retain cold air. When the refrigerator is opened, the flip beam 31 is flipped up. When the refrigerator door is closed, it may not return to the safe position (i.e., the horizontal position) due to human intervention or obstruction by foreign objects, and may remain in the abnormal flipped position. In this embodiment, the position of the flip beam 31 is detected by the flip detection unit 21. The flip detection unit 21 can be a contact detection unit or a non-contact detection unit. The contact detection unit can be a detection unit based on a mechanical switch 211, which will come into contact with the flip beam 31 flipped to a certain position. The non-contact detection unit can be a detection unit based on infrared sensing or electromagnetic sensing, which can detect the position of the flip beam 31 during the flipping process. This embodiment does not limit the specific implementation of the flip detection unit 21.

[0065] In this embodiment, the position of the flip beam 31 is detected by the flip detection unit 21; the flip detection unit 21 generates a first detection signal when the flip beam 31 is in a safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam 31 is not in a safe position; the heating unit 23 is used to heat the flip beam 31; the main control unit 22 is connected to the flip detection unit 21 and the heating unit 23 respectively; the method is applied to the main control unit 22, and the method includes: acquiring the detection signal generated by the flip detection unit 21; when the detection signal is the second detection signal, controlling the heating unit 23 to stop heating; when the detection signal is the first detection signal, controlling the heating unit 23 to start heating, which solves the problem of continuous heating of the flip beam 31, and achieves the effect of selectively turning on the heating unit 23 according to the position of the flip beam 31, improving heating efficiency and reducing the safety hazards caused by high temperature and high pressure.

[0066] In some embodiments, based on step S330, when the detection signal is the first detection signal, the heating unit 23 is controlled to start heating the tilting beam 31, including:

[0067] Step S331: When the detection signal is the first detection signal, acquire the open / closed status signal of the refrigerator door.

[0068] Step S332: When the switch status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is closed, the control heating unit 23 starts to heat the flip beam 31.

[0069] In step S333, when the switch status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is not closed, an error warning is issued and the heating unit 23 is controlled to stop heating the flip beam 31.

[0070] Furthermore, error warnings trigger alarms or fault indicator lights to notify the operator to perform inspections and maintenance.

[0071] In this embodiment, a multi-safety condition judgment mechanism is adopted to ensure that heating is only resumed when all safety conditions are met, which greatly improves the reliability of heating control.

[0072] In some of these embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the flip detection unit 21 includes a mechanical switch 211 and a control circuit 212; the mechanical switch 211 is connected to the control circuit 212, and the control circuit 212 is connected to the main control unit 22.

[0073] The mechanical switch 211 is turned on by the pressure of the flip beam 31 in a safe position; when the mechanical switch 211 is turned on, the control circuit 212 generates a first detection signal; when the mechanical switch 211 is turned off, the control circuit 212 generates a second detection signal.

[0074] Specifically, the mechanical switches can be microswitches, limit switches, etc. These mechanical switches 211 are directly triggered by the movement of the flip beam 31, without the need for electricity or complex control logic. The installation position should ensure that the mechanical switch 211 can be reliably popped up when the flip beam 31 is opened, thereby disconnecting the control circuit 212.

[0075] In some of these embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the mechanical switch 211 includes a first contact 2111, a second contact 2112, and a button 2113 connected to the second contact 2112.

[0076] The first contact 2111 and the second contact 2112 are separated from each other when not subjected to the action of the overturning beam 31.

[0077] When the flip beam 31 is in the safe position, the button 2113 will be pressed, and the button 2113 will push the second contact 2112 to the position where it contacts the first contact 2111.

[0078] In some of these embodiments, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, a protrusion 41 is provided on the inner side of the refrigerator door; the inner side of the refrigerator door faces the refrigerator cavity. One side of the protrusion 41 is opposite to the flip beam 31 when it is in the safe position. The mechanical switch 211 is located inside the protrusion 41, and the button 2113 protrudes from the surface of the protrusion 41 and points towards the flip beam 31.

[0079] Figure 6 and Figure 7 This is a magnified view of a portion of the refrigerator door. Figure 6 When the central flip beam 31 is in the flipped position, the mechanical switch 211 pops up, causing the first contact 2111 and the second contact 2112 to separate. The signal sent by the control circuit 212 to the main control unit 22 changes from low level to high level and remains at high level. Figure 7 When the central flip beam 31 is in a safe position, the mechanical switch 211 is pressed, thereby connecting the first contact 2111 and the second contact 2112. The signal sent by the control circuit 212 to the main control unit 22 changes from high level to low level and remains at low level.

[0080] In some of these embodiments, see Figure 5 The mechanical switch 211 also includes a spring-loaded component 2114, through which the button 2113 and the second contact 2112 are connected. The spring-loaded component 2114 can be a spring, which provides cushioning and shock absorption when the flip beam 31 resets and presses the button 2113, thus protecting the mechanical switch 211.

[0081] This embodiment also provides a heating system for the tilting beam 31, which can be found in [reference]. Figure 2 The system includes a flip detection unit 21, a main control unit 22, and a heating unit 23.

[0082] The flip detection unit 21 is used to detect the position of the flip beam 31; the flip detection unit 21 generates a first detection signal when the flip beam 31 is in a safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam 31 is not in a safe position.

[0083] Heating unit 23 is used to heat the flipping beam 31.

[0084] The main control unit 22 is connected to the flip detection unit 21 and the heating unit 23 respectively; the main control unit 22 is used to implement the steps in any of the above method embodiments.

[0085] In this embodiment, the flip detection unit 21, the main control unit 22, and the heating unit 23 solve the problem of continuous heating of the flip beam, and achieve the effect of selectively turning on the heating unit 23 according to the position of the flip beam, thereby improving the heating efficiency and reducing the safety hazards caused by high temperature and high pressure.

[0086] In some of these embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, the flip detection unit 21 includes a mechanical switch 211 and a control circuit 212; the mechanical switch 211 is connected to the control circuit 212, and the control circuit 212 is connected to the main control unit 22. The mechanical switch 211 is turned on by the pressure of the flip beam 31 in a safe position; when the mechanical switch 211 is turned on, the control circuit 212 generates a first detection signal; when the mechanical switch 211 is turned off, the control circuit 212 generates a second detection signal.

[0087] In some of these embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the mechanical switch 211 includes a first contact 2111, a second contact 2112, and a button 2113 connected to the second contact 2112. The first contact 2111 and the second contact 2112 are separated when not acted upon by the flip beam 31. When the flip beam 31 is in a safe position, the button 2113 is pressed, causing the button 2113 to push the second contact 2112 to a position where it contacts the first contact 2111.

[0088] In some of these embodiments, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, a protrusion 41 is provided on the inner side of the refrigerator door; the inner side of the refrigerator door faces the refrigerator cavity. One side of the protrusion 41 is opposite to the flip beam 31 when it is in the safe position. The mechanical switch 211 is located inside the protrusion 41, and the button 2113 protrudes from the surface of the protrusion 41 and points towards the flip beam 31.

[0089] In some embodiments, the mechanical switch 211 further includes a resilient member 2114, through which the button 2113 and the second contact 2112 are connected.

[0090] Figure 8 This is a flowchart of the heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam according to a preferred embodiment. The preferred embodiment will be described and explained below.

[0091] (1) Setting of mechanical switches:

[0092] A mechanical switch, such as a micro switch or limit switch, is installed inside the tilting beam 31. The mechanical switch 211 is directly triggered by the movement of the tilting beam 31, requiring no electricity or complex control logic. The installation position should ensure that the switch can be reliably popped up when the tilting beam 31 is opened, thereby disconnecting the control circuit 212.

[0093] (2) Implementation of security logic:

[0094] When the flip beam 31 begins to open, the contacts of the mechanical switch 211 separate due to the movement of the flip beam 31, causing the control circuit 212 connected to the mechanical switch 211 to disconnect. The control circuit 212 sends a second detection signal to the main control unit 22, causing the main control unit 22 to control the heating unit 23 to immediately stop heating the flip beam 31.

[0095] When the tilting beam 31 returns to its safe position, the mechanical switch 211 is pressed again, closing the control circuit 212. At this time, the main control unit 22 receives the first detection signal from the control circuit 212; at this time, the main control unit 22 does not immediately start heating, but first checks whether other safety conditions are met: the main control unit 22 will check the status of all door switches, and after ensuring that the doors are completely closed and locked, the main control unit 22 controls the heating unit 23 to start heating the tilting beam 31.

[0096] (3) Fault handling mechanism:

[0097] If at any time the main control unit 22 detects a situation that does not meet safety conditions (such as the tilting beam 31 not being in the normal position or the door not being closed), the main control unit 22 will immediately stop heating the tilting beam 31 and trigger an alarm or fault indicator light to notify the operator to perform inspection and maintenance.

[0098] In this preferred embodiment, an automatic power-off protection mechanism for the flip beam 31 when it is in a dangerous position is achieved through a mechanical switch, and a heating recovery mechanism based on multiple safety conditions is implemented to improve the safety and reliability of the equipment.

[0099] It should be noted that the steps shown in the above process or in the flowchart of the accompanying figures can be executed in a computer system such as a set of computer-executable instructions, and although a logical order is shown in the flowchart, in some cases the steps shown or described may be executed in a different order than that shown here.

[0100] This embodiment also provides a heating control device for a refrigerator tilting beam, which is used to implement the above embodiments and preferred embodiments; details already described will not be repeated. The terms "module," "unit," "subunit," etc., used below refer to combinations of software and / or hardware that achieve a predetermined function. Although the device described in the following embodiments is preferably implemented in software, hardware implementation, or a combination of software and hardware, is also possible and contemplated.

[0101] Figure 9 This is a structural block diagram of the heating control device for the refrigerator tilting beam in this embodiment, as shown below. Figure 9As shown, the device is applicable to the heating system of the tilting beam 31. The system includes a tilting detection unit 21, a main control unit 22, and a heating unit 23. The tilting detection unit 21 is used to detect the position of the tilting beam 31. The tilting detection unit 21 generates a first detection signal when the tilting beam 31 is in a safe position and generates a second detection signal when the tilting beam 31 is not in a safe position. The heating unit 23 is used to heat the tilting beam 31. The main control unit 22 is connected to the tilting detection unit 21 and the heating unit 23 respectively. The device is applied to the main control unit 22 and includes a signal acquisition module 91, a heating-off module 92, and a heating-on module 93.

[0102] The signal acquisition module 91 is used to acquire the detection signal generated by the flip detection unit 21.

[0103] The heating module 92 is turned off to control the heating unit 23 to stop heating when the detection signal is the second detection signal.

[0104] The heating module 93 is turned on to control the heating unit 23 to start heating when the detection signal is the first detection signal.

[0105] In some embodiments, the heating module 93 is activated to acquire the open / closed status signal of the refrigerator door when the detection signal is the first detection signal; when the open / closed status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is closed, the heating unit 23 is controlled to start heating the flip beam 31.

[0106] In some embodiments, the heating module 93 is also used to issue an error warning when the switch status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is not closed, and to control the heating unit 23 to stop heating the flip beam 31.

[0107] In some embodiments, the flip detection unit 21 includes a mechanical switch 211 and a control circuit 212; the mechanical switch 211 is connected to the control circuit 212, and the control circuit 212 is connected to the main control unit 22; the mechanical switch 211 is turned on by the pressure of the flip beam 31 in a safe position; when the mechanical switch 211 is turned on, the control circuit 212 generates a first detection signal; when the mechanical switch 211 is turned off, the control circuit 212 generates a second detection signal.

[0108] In some embodiments, the mechanical switch 211 includes a first contact 2111, a second contact 2112, and a button 2113 connected to the second contact 2112; the first contact 2111 and the second contact 2112 are separated from each other when not acted upon by the flip beam 31; when the flip beam 31 is in a safe position, the button 2113 is pressed, and the button 2113 pushes the second contact 2112 to a position where it contacts the first contact 2111.

[0109] In some embodiments, a boss 41 is provided on the inner side of the refrigerator door; the inner side of the refrigerator door is the side facing the refrigerator cavity; one side of the boss 41 is opposite to the flip beam 31 when it is in the safe position; a mechanical switch 211 is provided inside the boss 41, and a button 2113 is exposed on the surface of the boss 41 and points to the flip beam 31.

[0110] In some embodiments, the mechanical switch 211 further includes a resilient member 2114, through which the button 2113 and the second contact 2112 are connected.

[0111] It should be noted that the above modules can be functional modules or program modules, and can be implemented through software or hardware. For modules implemented through hardware, the above modules can reside in the same processor; or the above modules can be located in different processors in any combination.

[0112] This embodiment also provides a computer device, including a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a computer program and the processor is configured to run the computer program to perform the steps in any of the above method embodiments.

[0113] Optionally, the computer device may further include a transmission device and an input / output device, wherein the transmission device is connected to the processor and the input / output device is connected to the processor.

[0114] It should be noted that the specific examples in this embodiment can refer to the examples described in the above embodiments and optional implementations, and will not be repeated in this embodiment.

[0115] Furthermore, in conjunction with the refrigerator tilting beam heating control method provided in the above embodiments, this embodiment can also provide a storage medium for implementation. This storage medium stores a computer program; when executed by a processor, the computer program implements any of the refrigerator tilting beam heating control methods described in the above embodiments.

[0116] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the application and not intended to limit it. All other embodiments derived by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments provided in this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0117] Obviously, the accompanying drawings are merely some examples or embodiments of this application. Those skilled in the art can apply this application to other similar situations based on these drawings without any creative effort. Furthermore, it is understood that although the work done in this development process may be complex and lengthy, for those skilled in the art, certain design, manufacturing, or generation modifications made based on the technical content disclosed in this application are merely conventional technical means and should not be considered as insufficient disclosure of this application.

[0118] The term "embodiment" in this application refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment that may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily imply the same embodiment, nor does it imply that it is mutually exclusive with or independent of other embodiments. It will be clearly or implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described in this application may be combined with other embodiments without conflict.

[0119] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of patent protection. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A heating control method for a refrigerator tilting beam, characterized in that, The method is applicable to a tilting beam heating system, which includes a tilting detection unit, a main control unit, and a heating unit. The flip detection unit is used to detect the position of the flip beam; wherein, the flip detection unit generates a first detection signal when the flip beam is in a safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam is not in the safe position; The main control unit is connected to the flip detection unit and the heating unit respectively; The method is applied to the main control unit, and the method includes: Obtain the detection signal generated by the flip detection unit; When the detection signal is the second detection signal, the heating unit is controlled to stop heating the tilting beam; When the detection signal is the first detection signal, the heating unit is controlled to start heating the tilting beam; The flip detection unit includes a mechanical switch and a control circuit; the mechanical switch is connected to the control circuit, and the control circuit is connected to the main control unit; the mechanical switch is activated by the pressure of the flip beam in the safe position; when the mechanical switch is activated, the control circuit generates a first detection signal; when the mechanical switch is deactivated, the control circuit generates a second detection signal. The inner side of the refrigerator door is provided with a protrusion; the inner side of the refrigerator door is the side facing the refrigerator cavity; the side of the protrusion is opposite to the flip beam when it is in the safe position; the mechanical switch is located inside the protrusion, and the button of the mechanical switch protrudes from the surface of the protrusion and points towards the flip beam.

2. The heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the detection signal is the first detection signal, controlling the heating unit to start heating the tilting beam includes: When the detection signal is the first detection signal, the open / closed status signal of the refrigerator door is acquired; When the switch status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is closed, the heating unit is controlled to start heating the flip beam.

3. The heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam according to claim 2, characterized in that, The method further includes: When the switch status signal indicates that the refrigerator door is not closed, an error warning is issued, and the heating unit is controlled to stop heating the flip beam.

4. The heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mechanical switch includes a first contact, a second contact, and a button connected to the second contact; The first contact and the second contact are separated from each other when not subjected to the action of the flipping beam; When the flipping beam is in the safe position, the button is pressed, and the button pushes the second contact point to a position where it contacts the first contact point.

5. The heating control method for the refrigerator tilting beam according to claim 4, characterized in that, The mechanical switch also includes a spring-loaded component, and the button is connected to the second contact via the spring-loaded component.

6. A heating control device for a refrigerator tilting beam, characterized in that, The device is applicable to a tilting beam heating system, which includes a tilting detection unit, a main control unit, and a heating unit. The flip detection unit is used to detect the position of the flip beam; wherein, the flip detection unit generates a first detection signal when the flip beam is in the safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam is not in the safe position; the flip detection unit includes a mechanical switch and a control circuit; the mechanical switch is connected to the control circuit, and the control circuit is connected to the main control unit; the mechanical switch is turned on by the pressure of the flip beam in the safe position; when the mechanical switch is turned on, the control circuit generates the first detection signal; when the mechanical switch is turned off, the control circuit generates the second detection signal; a boss is provided on the inner side of the refrigerator door; the inner side of the refrigerator door is the side facing the refrigerator cavity; the side of the boss is opposite to the flip beam in the safe position; the mechanical switch is disposed inside the boss, and the button of the mechanical switch protrudes from the surface of the boss and points towards the flip beam; The main control unit is connected to the flip detection unit and the heating unit respectively; The device is applied to the main control unit, and the device includes: The signal acquisition module is used to acquire the detection signal generated by the flip detection unit; The heating module is turned off to control the heating unit to stop heating the tilting beam when the detection signal is the second detection signal; The heating module is activated to control the heating unit to start heating the tilting beam when the detection signal is the first detection signal.

7. A tilting beam heating system, characterized in that, The system includes: a flip detection unit, a main control unit, and a heating unit; The flip detection unit is used to detect the position of the flip beam; the flip detection unit generates a first detection signal when the flip beam is in a safe position, and generates a second detection signal when the flip beam is not in the safe position; The heating unit is used to heat the tilting beam; The main control unit is connected to the flip detection unit and the heating unit respectively; The main control unit is used to implement the steps of the method according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

8. A computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed by a processor, it implements the steps of the method according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

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