Refrigerator

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of refrigeration equipment, and discloses a refrigerator which comprises a refrigerator body, a refrigerator door and a refrigerator door. The door body assembly is used for opening or covering the opening; the storage basket is arranged at the opening, the first end of the storage basket is connected with the door body assembly, the door body assembly can drive the storage basket to synchronously open the opening, the storage basket can rotate between a first relative position and a second relative position, and under the condition that the storage basket is located at the first relative position, the second end of the storage basket is connected with the door body assembly; the basket opening of the storage basket is connected with the door body assembly, under the condition that the storage basket is located at the second relative position, the second end of the storage basket is separated from the door body assembly, and the basket opening of the storage basket is opened. According to the embodiment, the storage basket can rotate from the first relative position to the second relative position so as to open the basket opening of the storage basket, a user can take food or articles in the storage space and the storage basket at the same time, operation of the user is facilitated, and the use experience of the user is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of refrigeration equipment, for example, to a refrigerator. Background Art

[0002] At present, refrigerators used in the market often use storage baskets such as wire baskets or injection-molded baskets to place food or items. The storage baskets are generally hung on the edge of the cabinet opening. When users need to take or place items under the storage baskets, they need to take the storage baskets out of the refrigerator. Due to the weight of the storage baskets and the weight of the food or items in the storage baskets, the operation of taking or placing the storage baskets is extremely inconvenient, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0003] In the related art, a sliding structure is usually provided at the cabinet opening, so that the storage basket can slide left and right to adjust the placement position of the storage basket so as to take out the items in the cabinet.

[0004] During the implementation of the embodiments of the present disclosure, it was found that at least the following problems exist in the related art:

[0005] In the related art, the storage basket can be slid left and right along the cabinet opening to adjust the placement of the storage basket. However, when it is necessary to take or place items under the storage basket, the storage basket needs to be moved again. If the items to be taken or placed are large, the storage basket still needs to be moved, which is extremely inconvenient and reduces the user experience.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the above background technology section is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to ordinary technicians in this field. Summary of the Invention

[0007] In order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. The summary is not an extensive review, nor is it intended to identify key / critical elements or delineate the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather serves as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] The disclosed embodiment provides a refrigerator, which can synchronously move a storage basket when the door is opened, so as to facilitate taking out food or items in the refrigerator and improve the user experience.

[0009] According to the embodiment provided in the present application, a refrigerator is provided, which includes: a cabinet body, enclosing a storage space with an opening; a door body assembly, used to open or cover the opening; a storage basket, provided at the opening, with a first end connected to the door body assembly, the door body assembly can drive the storage basket to synchronously open the opening, and the storage basket can rotate between a first relative position and a second relative position. When the storage basket is in the first relative position, the second end of the storage basket is connected to the door body assembly, and the basket opening of the storage basket is connected to the door body assembly. When the storage basket is in the second relative position, the second end of the storage basket is separated from the door body assembly, and the basket opening of the storage basket is open.

[0010] In some optional embodiments, the door assembly includes: a door body, connected to the cabinet body, for opening or covering an opening; a locking device, provided on the door body; a movable frame, connected to the cabinet body, located on the side of the door body facing the cabinet body, a storage basket is connected to the movable frame, the movable frame is provided with a taking port, and the taking port is connected to the basket port of the storage basket, the locking device can unlock or lock the movable frame to separate the movable frame from the door body, or lock the movable frame and the door body to move synchronously.

[0011] In some optional embodiments, the movable frame is provided with a locking matching part, and the locking device includes: a toggle part, which is provided on the side of the door body facing away from the cabinet body; a transmission part, the first end of which is connected to the toggle part, the second end passes through the door body, and the second end extends to the side of the door body facing the cabinet body; a locking part, which is connected to the second end of the transmission part, and when the locking device locks the movable frame, the locking part cooperates with the locking matching part.

[0012] In some optional embodiments, the door body assembly also includes a handle, which includes: a connecting part, a first end of which is connected to the side wall of the door body facing away from the cabinet body, and is provided with a first hollow inner cavity, and the transmission part is provided in the first hollow inner cavity; a gripping part, connected to the second end of the connecting part, and is provided with a second hollow inner cavity and a dialing mouth connected to the second hollow inner cavity, the second hollow inner cavity is connected to the first hollow inner cavity, the dialing part is provided in the second hollow inner cavity, and the dialing part extends to the dialing mouth.

[0013] In some optional embodiments, the refrigerator further comprises: a snap-fit ​​portion disposed at the second end of the storage basket; and a snap-fitting portion disposed on the movable frame, wherein the snap-fitting portion can engage or disengage with the snap-fitting portion to position the storage basket in the first relative position or the second relative position. In some optional embodiments, the snap-fitting portion comprises a first connecting plate, a second connecting plate, a rotating shaft, and a snap-fitting plate, wherein the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are respectively connected to the second end of the storage basket, the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are disposed opposite each other, the ends of the rotating shaft are respectively connected to the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate, the middle portion of the snap-fitting plate is connected to the rotating shaft, and the first end of the snap-fitting plate is provided with a snap-fitting protrusion protruding in a direction away from the storage basket.

[0014] In some optional embodiments, the movable frame is provided with an avoidance groove, which is connected to the taking port. The snap-fitting portion can be arranged in the avoidance groove. The snap-fitting portion includes a limiting protrusion, which is arranged on the side wall of the avoidance groove facing the taking port. The snap-fitting protrusion can be engaged with or separated from the limiting protrusion.

[0015] In some optional embodiments, the door body assembly further includes: a stopper, comprising a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall and a fourth side wall connected in sequence along the circumferential direction, the first side wall and the third side wall are arranged opposite to each other, the second side wall and the fourth side wall are arranged opposite to each other, the first side wall is connected to the side wall of the movable frame toward the opening, the second side wall and the fourth side wall extend in the direction toward the opening, the extension length of the second side wall is less than the extension length of the fourth side wall, and when the door body assembly opens the opening, the second side wall is located above the fourth side wall; wherein, the angle difference between the folding angle between the fourth side wall and the third side wall and the maximum angle ranges from -10 degrees to 5 degrees, and the maximum angle is the maximum angle that the door body assembly can open.

[0016] In some optional embodiments, the refrigerator further includes: a deceleration device, with two ends respectively connected to the door assembly and the storage basket to reduce the rotation speed of the storage basket when rotating between the first relative position and the second relative position.

[0017] In some optional embodiments, the movable frame includes a first frame body and a second frame body connected to each other, and a first placement groove is provided on the side wall of the door body facing the cabinet body, and the first frame body can be placed in the first placement groove; a second placement groove connected to the opening is provided on the fifth side wall of the cabinet body facing the door body, the first frame body can be mounted on the fifth side wall, and the second frame body can be placed in the second placement groove.

[0018] The refrigerator provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0019] With this optional embodiment, when the door assembly opens, the storage basket moves synchronously with the door assembly to open the opening, allowing the user to easily access food or items within the storage space. Furthermore, when the user needs to access food or items within the storage basket, the storage basket can be rotated from a first relative position to a second relative position to open the basket opening. This allows the user to access food or items within both the storage space and the storage basket simultaneously, facilitating operation and enhancing the user experience.

[0020] The above general description and the following description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not intended to limit the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] One or more embodiments are exemplarily described by corresponding drawings. These exemplary descriptions and drawings do not limit the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings do not constitute a scale limitation. In addition,

[0022] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0023] Figure 2 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0024] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of part a;

[0025] Figure 4 is a structural schematic diagram of another refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0026] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of another refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0027] Figure 6 is a schematic cross-sectional structural diagram of another refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0028] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of part b;

[0029] Figure 8 is a structural schematic diagram of another refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure from one perspective;

[0030] Figure 9 is a structural schematic diagram of another refrigerator provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure from another perspective;

[0031] Figure 10 It is a schematic diagram of the partial structure of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0032] Reference numerals:

[0033] 100, cabinet; 110, opening; 120, second placement slot; 130, fifth side wall; 200, door assembly; 210, door; 211, first placement slot; 220, locking device; 221, toggle unit; 222, transmission unit; 223, locking unit; 224, first rotating shaft; 230, movable frame; 231, take-out opening; 232, locking mating unit; 233, first groove; 234, second groove; 235, avoidance groove; 236, first frame; 237 7. Second frame; 240. Handle; 241. Connecting portion; 242. Gripping portion; 243. Driving opening; 300. Storage basket; 400. Snap-fitting portion; 410. First connecting plate; 420. Second connecting plate; 430. Third connecting plate; 440. Second rotating shaft; 450. Snap-fitting plate; 451. Snap-fitting protrusion; 500. Snap-fitting portion; 510. Limiting protrusion; 600. Stopper; 700. Speed ​​reduction device; 710. First rod; 720. Second rod. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] In order to be able to understand the features and technical content of the embodiments of the present disclosure in more detail, the implementation of the embodiments of the present disclosure is described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for reference only and are not used to limit the embodiments of the present disclosure. In the following technical description, for the sake of convenience of explanation, a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments is provided through multiple details. However, one or more embodiments can still be implemented without these details. In other cases, to simplify the drawings, well-known structures and devices can be simplified for display.

[0035] In the description and claims of the embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as in the accompanying drawings, the terms "first," "second," and the like are used to distinguish similar items and are not necessarily used to describe a particular order or precedence. It should be understood that the terms used in this manner are interchangeable where appropriate to describe the embodiments of the present disclosure herein. In addition, the terms "including," "having," and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions.

[0036] In the embodiments of the present disclosure, the terms "upper", "lower", "inside", "middle", "outside", "front", "back" and the like indicate directions or positional relationships based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are mainly intended to better describe the embodiments of the present disclosure and their embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements or components to having a specific direction, or to be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Moreover, in addition to being used to indicate directions or positional relationships, some of the above terms may also be used to indicate other meanings. For example, the term "upper" may also be used to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship in certain circumstances. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of the present disclosure can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0037] Furthermore, the terms "disposed," "connected," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can mean a fixed connection, a removable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediary, or an internal connection between two devices, elements, or components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure based on the specific circumstances.

[0038] 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.

[0039] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0040] The present disclosure provides a refrigerator, such as Figures 1 to 10 As shown, the refrigerator includes a cabinet body 100, a door assembly 200, and a storage basket 300. The cabinet body 100 encloses a storage space having an opening 110. The door assembly 200 is used to open or cover the opening 110. The storage basket 300 is arranged at the opening 110. The first end of the storage basket 300 is connected to the door assembly 200. The door assembly 200 can drive the storage basket 300 to synchronously open the opening 110. The storage basket 300 can rotate between a first relative position and a second relative position. When the storage basket 300 is in the first relative position, the second end of the storage basket 300 is connected to the door assembly 200, and the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is connected to the door assembly 200. When the storage basket 300 is in the second relative position, the second end of the storage basket 300 is separated from the door assembly 200, and the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is opened.

[0041] In this optional embodiment, the cabinet body 100 encloses a storage space with an opening 110 for storing food and items that require refrigeration or freezing. The first end of the storage basket 300 is connected to the door assembly 200. When the door 210 is positioned over the opening 110, the storage basket 300 is positioned within the cabinet body 100 through the opening 110 to refrigerate or freeze the items and food placed therein. When the door assembly 200 opens the opening 110, it drives the storage basket 300 to rotate synchronously, moving the basket 300 to open the opening 110, making it easier for the user to access the items and food within the storage space.

[0042] Furthermore, when the door assembly 200 drives the storage basket 300 to open the opening 110, the door assembly 200 is tilted. Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the storage basket 300 is in a first relative position, and the second end of the storage basket 300 is connected to the door assembly 200, that is, the first end and the second end of the storage basket 300 are both connected to the door assembly 200, and the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is connected to the door assembly 200. In this way, the storage basket 300 is buckled on the door assembly 200 to reduce the occurrence of food or items in the storage basket 300 falling out of the storage basket 300 due to the tilted setting of the storage basket 300. The storage basket 300 can rotate between the first relative position and the second relative position. If the user needs to take the items or food in the storage basket 300, the storage basket 300 can be rotated from the first relative position to the second relative position, that is, the second end of the storage basket 300 is separated from the door assembly 200, and the storage basket 300 rotates around the first end of the storage basket 300, as shown in FIG. Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, in this way, the tilt angle of the storage basket 300 can be changed, so that the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is opened, so that the user can take out the food or items in the storage basket 300.

[0043] In this embodiment, when the door assembly 200 opens the opening 110, the storage basket 300 moves synchronously with the door assembly 200 to open the opening 110, allowing the user to easily access food or items within the storage space. Furthermore, when the user needs to access food or items within the storage basket 300, the storage basket 300 can be rotated from a first relative position to a second relative position to open the opening of the storage basket 300. This allows the user to simultaneously access food or items within the storage space and the storage basket 300, facilitating operation and enhancing the user experience.

[0044] In some optional embodiments, such as Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the door assembly 200 includes a door body 210, a locking device 220, and a movable frame 230. The door body 210 is connected to the cabinet body 100 and is used to open or cover the opening 110. The locking device 220 is provided on the door body 210. The movable frame 230 is connected to the cabinet body 100 and is located on the side of the door body 210 facing the cabinet body 100. The storage basket 300 is connected to the movable frame 230 and has a take-out opening 231. The take-out opening 231 is connected to the basket opening of the storage basket 300. The locking device 220 can unlock or lock the movable frame 230, separating the movable frame 230 from the door body 210, or locking the movable frame 230 with the door body 210 for synchronous movement.

[0045] In this embodiment, the door assembly 200 includes a door body 210 and a movable frame 230, the storage basket 300 is connected to the movable frame 230, and the door body 210 is provided with a locking device 220. Figure 4As shown, when the locking device 220 unlocks the movable frame 230, the movable frame 230 is separated from the door body 210. At this time, when the door body 210 is opened, the movable frame 230 and the storage basket 300 are arranged at the opening 110, and the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is connected to the access opening 231 of the movable frame 230. The user can take the food or items in the storage basket 300 through the access opening 231. In this way, when the user only wants to take the food or items in the storage basket 300, the locking device 220 can unlock the movable frame 230 and only open the door body 210, which is convenient for the user to operate. In addition, the movable frame 230 is located on the side of the door body 210 facing the cabinet body 100, that is, the movable frame 230 can be arranged at the opening 110, and the frame of the movable frame 230 can block the opening 110. When only the door body 210 is opened, the storage basket 300 and the movable frame 230 cover the opening 110. The storage basket 300 and the movable frame 230 can also reduce the loss of coldness in the storage space and reduce the occurrence of large temperature fluctuations in the storage space caused by opening the door body 210.

[0046] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, when the locking device 220 locks the movable frame 230, the movable frame 230 and the door body 210 are locked and move synchronously. The storage basket 300 is disposed on the movable frame 230 and is in a first relative position, i.e., the storage basket 300, the movable frame 230, and the door body 210 move synchronously. When the door body 210 opens the opening 110, the storage basket 300 and the movable frame 230 rotate synchronously with the door body 210 to open the opening 110. This makes it easier for users to access items in the storage space, reduces obstruction by the storage basket 300, and improves the user experience.

[0047] Furthermore, if Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, when the user needs to take out the storage space of the cabinet 100 and the food or items in the storage basket 300 at the same time, after the locking device 220 locks the movable frame 230, the storage basket 300 and the movable frame 230 rotate synchronously with the door body 210, the storage basket 300 can also be rotated from the first relative position to the second relative position, so that the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is separated from the tilted open movable frame 230 and the door body 210, and the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is opened.

[0048] In some optional embodiments, such as Figures 2 to 4 and Figure 10As shown, the movable frame 230 is provided with a locking engagement portion 232, and the locking device 220 includes a toggle portion 221, a transmission portion 222, and a locking portion 223. The toggle portion 221 is provided on the side of the door 210 facing away from the cabinet 100. The first end of the transmission portion 222 is connected to the toggle portion 221, and the second end of the transmission portion 222 passes through the door 210 and extends to the side of the door 210 facing the cabinet 100.

[0049] The locking portion 223 is connected to the second end of the transmission portion 222 . When the locking device 220 locks the movable frame 230 , the locking portion 223 cooperates with the locking cooperation portion 232 .

[0050] Taking the initial state of the locking device 220 as an example, in which the locking portion 223 locks the locking matching portion 232 , that is, when the user does not apply force to the toggle portion 221 , the user can open the door body 210 and the movable frame 230 at the same time.

[0051] In this embodiment, the toggle portion 221 is located on the side of the door 210 facing away from the cabinet 100. The two ends of the transmission portion 222 are respectively connected to the toggle portion 221 and the locking portion 223. The transmission portion 222 passes through the door 210, and the locking portion 223 is located on the side of the door 210 facing the cabinet 100. Thus, to remove food or items from the storage basket 300, the user can toggle the toggle portion 221 without opening the door 210. The toggle portion 221 transmits the motion to the locking portion 223 through the transmission portion 222, causing the locking portion 223 to unlock the locking engagement portion 232 of the movable frame 230, thereby separating the door 210 from the movable frame 230. When opening the door assembly 200, the user only needs to open the door 210, reducing the force applied by the user when opening the door, facilitating operation, and improving the user experience. In addition, the movable frame 230 and the storage basket 300 can also shield the storage space, reducing the loss of cold energy in the storage space.

[0052] When a user needs to take food or items from the storage space of the cabinet 100, the user does not operate the toggle portion 221 when opening the door assembly 200, and the locking portion 223 locks the locking engagement portion 232 of the movable frame 230. Thus, when the user opens the door 210, the door 210 drives the movable frame 230 to rotate, and the storage basket 300 is in the first relative position. The rotation of the movable frame 230 drives the storage basket 300 to rotate, thereby simultaneously rotating the door 210, the movable frame 230, and the storage basket 300, opening the opening 110 of the cabinet 100 and allowing access to the food or items in the storage space.

[0053] Alternatively, as Figure 3As shown, the locking engagement portion 232 is disposed on the side wall of the movable frame 230 facing the door body 210. The locking engagement portion 232 includes a first groove 233 and a second groove 234. The second groove 234 communicates with the exterior through the first groove 233, and the notch of the first groove 233 is smaller than the notch of the second groove 234. The locking portion 223 includes a first plate and a second plate connected to each other, with a folded angle between the first and second plates. The first plate is connected to the transmission portion 222, the first plate being located within the first groove 233, and the second plate being located within the second groove 234. The second plate is movable within the second groove 234. When the locking portion 223 locks the locking engagement portion 232, the second plate is connected to the top wall of the second groove 234. The top wall of the second groove 234 is located on the same side of the second groove 234 as the first groove 233.

[0054] Optionally, the locking device 220 also includes a first elastic member, which is connected to the toggle portion 221, or the first elastic member is connected to the transmission portion 222. When no force is applied to the toggle portion 221, the first elastic member is used to drive the locking device 220 to return to its initial state.

[0055] Furthermore, if Figure 1 、 Figure 3 and Figure 10 As shown, the door assembly 200 further includes a handle 240, which includes a connecting portion 241 and a gripping portion 242. The first end of the connecting portion 241 is connected to the side wall of the door 210 facing away from the cabinet 100. The connecting portion 241 defines a first hollow inner cavity, and the transmission portion 222 is disposed in the first hollow inner cavity.

[0056] The gripping portion 242 is connected to the second end of the connecting portion 241. The gripping portion 242 is provided with a second hollow inner cavity and a dialing mouth 243 connected to the second hollow inner cavity. The second hollow inner cavity is connected to the first hollow inner cavity. The dialing portion 221 is provided in the second hollow inner cavity, and part of the dialing portion 221 is located outside the dialing mouth 243.

[0057] In this embodiment, the door assembly 200 further includes a handle 240. The connecting portion 241 of the handle 240 is connected to the side wall of the door 210 facing away from the cabinet 100, and the gripping portion 242 of the handle 240 is connected to the connecting portion 241. In this way, the user can open the door assembly 200 through the handle 240, which is convenient for the user to operate.

[0058] The grip portion 242 is provided with a second hollow inner cavity and a toggle opening 243 communicating with the second hollow inner cavity. The toggle portion 221 is provided within the second hollow inner cavity and extends to the toggle opening 243. Thus, when the user opens the door body 210 via the handle 240, they can operate the toggle portion 221 to open the door body 210 alone, facilitating user operation and improving the user experience.

[0059] The toggle portion 221 extends to the toggle opening 243, meaning that the orthographic projection of the toggle opening 243 on the toggle portion 221 can be located on the toggle portion 221. Furthermore, a portion of the toggle portion 221 is located outside the toggle opening 243. This allows the user to simultaneously press the toggle portion 221 toward the toggle opening 243 while gripping the handle 240.

[0060] For example, the extension length of the toggle opening 243 is less than or equal to half the extension length of the grip portion 242. In this way, the user can reduce the possibility of misoperation of the toggle portion 221 when the locking portion 223 does not need to unlock the locking engagement portion 232, thereby improving the user experience.

[0061] Alternatively, as Figure 3 As shown, the locking device 220 further includes a first rotating shaft 224, which is connected to the wall of the second hollow cavity, and the toggle portion 221 is disposed on the first rotating shaft 224. Thus, when the first end of the toggle portion 221 is toggled, the second end of the toggle portion 221, the transmission portion 222, and the locking portion 223 can be synchronously rotated in opposite directions, thereby unlocking the locking portion 223 or locking the locking engagement portion 232.

[0062] Illustratively, the first elastic member includes a compression spring, one end of which is connected to the side wall of the toggle portion 221 facing away from the toggle opening 243, and the other end of which is connected to the side wall of the second hollow inner cavity facing the toggle opening 243. Thus, when a user applies a force to the toggle portion 221, the toggle portion 221 compresses the compression spring. When the user does not apply a force to the toggle portion 221, the compression spring applies a reverse force to the toggle portion 221, causing the toggle portion 221 to return to its initial position, thereby allowing the locking portion 223 to lock or unlock the locking mating portion 232 again.

[0063] Alternatively, a compression spring may be provided between the transmission portion 222 and the sidewall of the first hollow cavity, or the compression spring may be a tension spring. In this embodiment, the specific configuration and location of the first elastic member may be determined by those skilled in the art based on the actual structure of the refrigerator. As long as the locking portion 223 can be restored to its initial position when no force is applied to the toggle portion 221, no specific limitation is imposed herein.

[0064] In some optional embodiments, such as Figures 6 to 9 As shown, the refrigerator further includes a snap-fit ​​portion 400 and a snap-fit ​​portion 500. The snap-fit ​​portion 400 is disposed at the second end of the storage basket 300. The snap-fit ​​portion 500 is disposed on the movable frame 230. The snap-fit ​​portion 400 can engage with or disengage from the snap-fit ​​portion 500 to position the storage basket 300 in the first relative position or the second relative position.

[0065] In this embodiment, the engaging portion 400 is disposed at the second end of the storage basket 300, and the engaging portion 500 is disposed on the movable frame 230. Thus, when the engaging portion 400 engages with the engaging portion 500, the second end of the storage basket 300 is connected to the movable frame 230, the storage basket 300 is in a first relative position, and the storage basket 300 and the movable frame 230 move synchronously. When the engaging portion 400 and the engaging portion 500 are separated, the second end of the storage basket 300 is separated from the movable frame 230, and the second end of the storage basket 300 is able to rotate about the first end of the storage basket 300, thereby opening the basket opening of the storage basket 300 and placing the storage basket 300 in a second relative position.

[0066] Furthermore, if Figures 7 to 9 As shown, the clamping portion 400 includes a first connecting plate 410, a second connecting plate 420, a rotating shaft 440 and a clamping plate 450. The first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420 are respectively connected to the second end of the storage basket 300. The first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420 are arranged opposite to each other. The two ends of the rotating shaft 440 (hereinafter referred to as the second rotating shaft 440 for ease of distinction) are respectively connected to the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420. The middle part of the clamping plate 450 is connected to the second rotating shaft 440. The first end of the clamping plate 450 is provided with a clamping protrusion 451 protruding in the direction away from the storage basket 300.

[0067] In this embodiment, the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420 are respectively connected to the second end of the storage basket 300, the ends of the second rotating shaft 440 are respectively connected to the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420, and the middle portion of the clamping portion 400 is connected to the second rotating shaft 440. The clamping plate 450 can rotate relative to the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420 via the second rotating shaft 440, that is, rotate relative to the storage basket 300. Optionally, the second rotating shaft 440 is respectively rotatably connected to the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420, and the clamping plate 450 is fixedly connected to the second rotating shaft 440. Alternatively, the second rotating shaft 440 is respectively fixedly connected to the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420, and the clamping plate 450 is rotatably connected to the second rotating shaft 440.

[0068] A first end of the clamping plate 450 is provided with a clamping protrusion 451 facing away from the storage basket 300 . The clamping protrusion 451 can be clamped with the clamping fitting portion 500 to enable the storage basket 300 to be in the first relative position.

[0069] For example, Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the movable frame 230 is provided with an avoidance groove 235, which is connected to the taking port 231, and the snap-fitting portion 400 can be arranged in the avoidance groove 235. The snap-fitting portion 500 includes a limiting protrusion 510, which is arranged on the side wall of the avoidance groove 235 facing the taking port 231, and the snap-fitting protrusion 451 can be engaged with or separated from the limiting protrusion 510.

[0070] Using this optional embodiment, the avoidance groove 235 of the movable frame 230 is connected to the taking port 231, and the second end of the storage basket 300 is provided with a clamping portion 400 that can be arranged in the avoidance groove 235, so that when the storage basket 300 is in the first relative position, the basket opening of the storage basket 300 is located at the taking port 231 and connected to the taking port 231.

[0071] The engaging portion 500 includes a limiting protrusion 510 disposed on the side wall of the avoidance groove 235 facing the access opening 231. Specifically, when the storage basket 300 is in the first relative position, the side wall of the avoidance groove 235 provided with the limiting protrusion 510 faces the storage basket 300, and the engaging protrusion 451 is disposed in a direction away from the storage basket 300. Thus, the engaging protrusion 451 is disposed opposite the limiting protrusion 510 and can engage with the limiting protrusion 510. When the door assembly 200 is opened, the limiting protrusion 510 supports the engaging protrusion 451, thereby supporting the storage basket 300. This allows the second end of the storage basket 300 to be connected to the movable frame 230, enabling the storage basket 300 to be in the first relative position relative to the movable frame 230, and allowing the storage basket 300, the movable frame 230, and the door 210 to rotate synchronously.

[0072] Optionally, the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420 are sequentially arranged along the transverse direction of the storage basket 300, the second rotating shaft 440 extends in the transverse direction, the first end of the clamping plate 450 is located on the side of the second rotating shaft 440 facing the basket opening of the storage basket 300, and the second end of the clamping plate 450 is located on the side of the second rotating shaft 440 facing away from the basket opening of the storage basket 300. The first end of the clamping plate 450 is located above the second end of the clamping plate 450.

[0073] In this way, when the second end of the storage basket 300 is connected to the movable frame 230, the first end of the clamping plate 450 is connected to the movable frame 230, and the second end of the clamping plate 450 is located below the movable frame 230. The user can move the second end of the clamping plate 450 away from the storage basket 300 to rotate the first end of the clamping plate 450, so that the clamping protrusion 451 rotates toward the basket opening (i.e., the access opening 231) of the storage basket 300. The clamping protrusion 451 separates from the limiting protrusion 510, and the storage basket 300 rotates from the first relative position to the second relative position, thereby opening the basket opening of the storage basket 300.

[0074] Optionally, the clamping portion 400 further includes a third connecting plate 430, the ends of which are connected to the first connecting plate 410 and the second connecting plate 420, respectively. Thus, the first connecting plate 410, the second connecting plate 420, and the third connecting plate 430 collectively enclose an installation space, within which the rotating shaft 440 and a portion of the clamping plate 450 are located. When the user moves the second end of the clamping plate 450 away from the storage basket 300, they can simultaneously press and hold the third connecting plate 430, allowing them to apply force, simplifying operation, and improving the user experience.

[0075] Furthermore, along the vertical direction of the storage basket 300, the first end of the engaging plate 450 extends above the third connecting plate 430 to reduce the possibility that the third connecting plate 430 would obstruct the engaging protrusion 451 from engaging with the limiting protrusion 510. The vertical direction of the storage basket 300 refers to the direction in which the opening of the storage basket 300 faces toward or away from the bottom wall of the storage basket 300.

[0076] Furthermore, the clamping portion 400 further includes a second elastic member, which is connected to the clamping plate 450 to drive the first end of the clamping plate 450 to move in a direction away from the storage basket 300 .

[0077] In this embodiment, the first end of the engaging plate 450 is movable in a direction away from the storage basket 300 under the influence of the second elastic member. Thus, when the second end of the storage basket 300 is connected to the movable frame 230, the engaging protrusion 451 is always engaged with the limiting protrusion 510, maintaining the storage basket 300 in the first relative position relative to the movable frame 230. When the locking portion 223 locks the movable frame 230 and the door body 210 is opened, the storage basket 300 and the movable frame 230 are able to move synchronously with the door body 210 to open the opening 110.

[0078] Alternatively, as Figure 6 and Figure 9 As shown, the door body assembly 200 also includes a stopper 600, which includes a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall and a fourth side wall connected in sequence along the circumferential direction, the first side wall and the third side wall are arranged opposite to each other, the second side wall and the fourth side wall are arranged opposite to each other, the first side wall is connected to the side wall of the movable frame 230 toward the opening 110, the second side wall and the fourth side wall extend in the direction toward the opening 110, the extension length of the second side wall is less than the extension length of the fourth side wall, and when the door body assembly 200 opens the opening 110, the second side wall is located above the fourth side wall.

[0079] The angle difference between the folding angle between the fourth side wall and the third side wall and the maximum angle ranges from -10 degrees to 5 degrees, and the maximum angle is the maximum angle that the door assembly 200 can open.

[0080] When the locking portion 223 locks the locking engagement portion 232 and the storage basket 300 is in the first relative position relative to the movable frame 230, the door body 210, the movable frame 230, and the storage basket 300 rotate synchronously, opening the opening 110, and the storage basket 300 is fastened to the door body assembly 200. At this point, the engaging protrusion 451 can be disengaged from the limiting protrusion 510 by moving the engaging plate 450, and the storage basket 300 can be rotated along the first end of the storage basket 300 to open the basket opening of the storage basket 300.

[0081] In this embodiment, the first sidewall of the stopper 600 is connected to the sidewall of the movable frame 230 facing the opening 110, and the third sidewall is disposed opposite the first sidewall. Thus, during the rotation of the storage basket 300 to the second relative position, the third sidewall can abut against the storage basket 300. The extension length of the second sidewall is less than that of the fourth sidewall. When the door assembly 200 is open to the opening 110, the second sidewall is positioned above the fourth sidewall. In other words, the third sidewall is disposed at an angle relative to the first sidewall.

[0082] The angle difference between the fold angle between the fourth side wall and the third side wall and the maximum angle ranges from -10 degrees to 5 degrees, and the maximum angle is the maximum angle that the door assembly 200 can open. The angle difference is the difference between the fold angle and the maximum angle.

[0083] Preferably, the difference between the fold angle between the fourth sidewall and the third sidewall and the maximum angle is 0 degrees. Thus, when the door assembly 200 is opened at the maximum angle and the storage basket 300 is rotated to the second relative position, the third sidewall of the stopper 600 can stop the storage basket 300. Furthermore, the vertical sidewalls of the storage basket 300 extend in the same direction as the third sidewalls. The difference between the fold angle between the fourth sidewall and the third sidewall and the maximum angle is 0 degrees, indicating that the third side panel is disposed vertically, thereby enabling the vertical sidewalls of the storage basket 300 to be disposed vertically and the basket opening of the storage basket 300 to be disposed horizontally, thereby reducing the possibility of items in the storage basket 300 falling out due to the tilted storage basket 300.

[0084] The angle difference between the folding angle between the fourth side wall and the third side wall and the maximum angle ranges from -10 degrees to 5 degrees, that is, the angle at which the storage basket 300 tilts forward is less than or equal to 10 degrees, and the angle at which the storage basket 300 tilts backward is less than or equal to 5 degrees.

[0085] In this embodiment, when the angle difference is a negative number, it means that when the door assembly 200 is not opened to the maximum angle, the vertical side wall of the storage basket 300 can be arranged vertically.

[0086] For example, the angle difference between the fold angle between the fourth sidewall and the third sidewall and the maximum angle may be -10 degrees, -9 degrees, -8 degrees, -7 degrees, -6 degrees, -5 degrees, -4 degrees, -3 degrees, -2 degrees, -1 degree, 0 degrees, 1 degree, 2 degrees, 3 degrees, 4 degrees, or 5 degrees. Alternatively, the angle difference between the fold angle between the fourth sidewall and the third sidewall and the maximum angle is further -9.5 degrees, -8.5 degrees, -7.5 degrees, -6.5 degrees, -5.5 degrees, -4.5 degrees, -3.5 degrees, -2.5 degrees, -1.5 degrees, -0.5 degrees, 0.5 degrees, 1.5 degrees, 2.5 degrees, 3.5 degrees, or 4.5 degrees.

[0087] Optionally, the refrigerator further includes a positioning device, which is connected to the door body 210 and can position the door body 210 at a preset opening angle.

[0088] In some optional embodiments, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the refrigerator further includes a deceleration device 700, both ends of which are connected to the door assembly 200 and the storage basket 300 respectively to reduce the rotation speed of the storage basket 300 when rotating between the first relative position and the second relative position.

[0089] In this embodiment, when the door 210, movable frame 230, and storage basket 300 are opened, the second end of the storage basket 300 can be separated from the movable frame 230 by shifting the engaging plate 450, and the storage basket 300 can be rotated along the first end of the storage basket 300 to open the basket opening of the storage basket 300. The two ends of the deceleration device 700 are respectively connected to the door 210 and the storage basket 300. In this way, when the storage basket 300 rotates from the first relative position to the second relative position, the deceleration device 700 can reduce the rotation speed of the storage basket 300, thereby reducing the possibility of the storage basket 300 rotating too fast and colliding with the stopper 600, thereby causing impact on the door assembly 200, thereby improving the service life of the refrigerator and the user experience.

[0090] Optionally, the deceleration device 700 includes a deceleration rod, which includes a first rod 710 and a second rod 720. One of the first end of the first rod 710 and the first end of the second rod 720 is connected to the storage basket 300, and the other of the first end of the first rod 710 and the first end of the second rod 720 is connected to the door assembly 200. The first rod 710 defines a third hollow cavity, and the second end of the second rod 720 is located within the second hollow cavity. A damping material is provided between the outer plate of the second rod 720 and the inner wall of the second hollow cavity. The damping material is also located axially between the second end of the second rod 720 and the second end of the first rod 710. Thus, when the second rod 720 moves away from the first rod 710, the second end of the second rod 720 compresses the damping material against the first end of the first rod 710, thereby decelerating the movement of the first and second rods 710 and 720.

[0091] Optionally, a first end of the deceleration device 700 is rotatably connected to the storage basket 300 , and / or a second end of the deceleration device 700 is rotatably connected to the door assembly 200 .

[0092] Optionally, the second end of the deceleration device 700 is connected to the movable frame 230. In this way, it is possible to reduce the occurrence of the situation where the deceleration device hinders the door body 210 from opening when the door body 210 is opened alone.

[0093] Furthermore, if Figure 2 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 6 and Figure 8 As shown, the movable frame 230 includes a first frame body 236 and a second frame body 237 connected to each other. The side wall of the door body 210 facing the cabinet body 100 is provided with a first placement groove 211 , and the first frame body 236 can be placed in the first placement groove 211 .

[0094] The fifth side wall 130 of the cabinet 100 facing the door 210 is provided with a second placement groove 120 communicating with the opening 110 . The first frame 236 can be mounted on the fifth side wall 130 , and the second frame 237 can be disposed in the second placement groove 120 .

[0095] In this embodiment, the fifth side wall 130 of the cabinet 100 is provided with a second placement groove 120, the second frame 237 can be disposed in the second placement groove 120, and the first frame 236 can be mounted on the fifth side wall 130. In this way, when the locking device 220 unlocks the movable frame 230 and opens the door 210, the movable frame 230 is mounted on the cabinet 100 to support the storage basket 300.

[0096] The first frame 236 is protruding from the outside of the fifth side wall 130. The side wall of the door 210 facing the cabinet 100 is provided with a first placement groove 211, and the first frame 236 is disposed within the first placement groove 211. In this way, when the door 210 is covered at the opening 110, the door 210 can cover the outside of the first frame 236, reducing the exposure of the movable frame 230 to the outside of the refrigerator. This reduces the transfer of cold energy from the refrigerator to the outside through the movable frame 230, which increases the refrigerator's energy consumption, and improves the refrigerator's refrigeration efficiency.

[0097] In some optional embodiments, the number of the storage basket 300 is one or more, such as Figure 2 、 Figure 4 、 Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, when there are multiple storage baskets 300, the number of taking ports 231 is the same as and one-to-one corresponds to the number of storage baskets 300, and / or the number of snap-fit ​​portions 400 is the same as and one-to-one corresponds to the number of storage baskets 300, and the number of snap-fit ​​portions 500 is the same as and one-to-one corresponds to the number of storage baskets 300, and / or the number of stoppers 600 is the same as and one-to-one corresponds to the number of storage baskets 300, and / or the number of speed reduction devices 700 is the same as and one-to-one corresponds to the number of storage baskets 300.

[0098] The above description and the accompanying drawings sufficiently illustrate the 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. Unless expressly required, individual components and functions are optional, and the order of operations may vary. Portions and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace portions and features of other embodiments. The 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 the scope thereof. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A refrigerator, characterized in that: include: The cabinet body encloses a storage space with an opening; Door assembly, used to open or cover the opening; A storage basket is provided at the opening, and a first end is connected to the door body assembly. The door body assembly can drive the storage basket to open the opening synchronously. The storage basket can rotate between a first relative position and a second relative position. When the storage basket is in the first relative position, the second end of the storage basket is connected to the door body assembly, and the basket opening of the storage basket is connected to the door body assembly. When the storage basket is in the second relative position, the second end of the storage basket is separated from the door body assembly, and the basket opening of the storage basket is opened.

2. The refrigerator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The door assembly includes: The door body is connected to the cabinet body and is used to open or cover the opening; A locking device, provided on the door body; The movable frame is connected to the cabinet body and is located on the side of the door body facing the cabinet body. The storage basket is connected to the movable frame. The movable frame is provided with a taking port, which is communicated with the basket opening of the storage basket. The locking device can unlock or lock the movable frame to separate the movable frame from the door body, or lock the movable frame and the door body to move synchronously.

3. The refrigerator according to claim 2, characterized in that: The movable frame is provided with a locking fitting portion, and the locking device includes: The toggle part is located on the side of the door body facing away from the cabinet body; A transmission part, wherein a first end is connected to the toggle part, a second end passes through the door body, and the second end extends to a side of the door body facing the cabinet body; The locking portion is connected to the second end of the transmission portion, and when the locking device locks the movable frame, the locking portion cooperates with the locking cooperation portion.

4. The refrigerator according to claim 3, characterized in that: The door assembly also includes a handle, which includes: The connecting portion has a first end connected to the side wall of the door body facing away from the cabinet body, is provided with a first hollow inner cavity, and the transmission portion is provided in the first hollow inner cavity; The gripping portion is connected to the second end of the connecting portion and is provided with a second hollow inner cavity and a dialing mouth communicating with the second hollow inner cavity. The second hollow inner cavity is communicated with the first hollow inner cavity. The dialing portion is provided in the second hollow inner cavity and extends to the dialing mouth.

5. The refrigerator according to claim 2, characterized in that: Also includes: A clamping portion is provided at the second end of the storage basket; The snap-fitting portion is provided on the movable frame, and the snap-fitting portion can be matched with or separated from the snap-fitting portion to place the storage basket in a first relative position or a second relative position.

6. The refrigerator according to claim 5, characterized in that: The clamping part includes a first connecting plate, a second connecting plate, a rotating shaft and a clamping plate. The first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are respectively connected to the second end of the storage basket. The first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are arranged opposite to each other. The two ends of the rotating shaft are respectively connected to the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. The middle part of the clamping plate is connected to the rotating shaft. The first end of the clamping plate is provided with a clamping protrusion protruding in a direction away from the storage basket.

7. The refrigerator according to claim 6, characterized in that: The movable frame is provided with an avoidance groove, which is connected to the taking port. The snap-fitting part can be arranged in the avoidance groove. The snap-fitting part includes a limiting protrusion, which is arranged on the side wall of the avoidance groove facing the taking port. The snap-fitting protrusion can be engaged or separated with the limiting protrusion.

8. The refrigerator according to claim 2, characterized in that: The door assembly also includes: The stopper comprises a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall and a fourth side wall connected in sequence along the circumferential direction, the first side wall is arranged opposite to the third side wall, the second side wall and the fourth side wall are arranged opposite to each other, the first side wall is connected to the side wall of the movable frame facing the opening, the second side wall and the fourth side wall extend in the direction toward the opening, the extension length of the second side wall is shorter than the extension length of the fourth side wall, and when the door assembly opens the opening, the second side wall is located above the fourth side wall; Among them, the angle difference between the folding angle between the fourth side wall and the third side wall and the maximum angle ranges from -10 degrees to 5 degrees, and the maximum angle is the maximum angle that the door assembly can open.

9. The refrigerator according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: Also includes: The deceleration device has two ends respectively connected to the door assembly and the storage basket to reduce the rotation speed of the storage basket when it rotates between the first relative position and the second relative position.

10. The refrigerator according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The movable frame includes a first frame body and a second frame body connected to each other, and a first placement groove is provided on the side wall of the door body facing the cabinet body, and the first frame body can be placed in the first placement groove; A second placement groove communicating with the opening is provided on the fifth side wall of the cabinet body facing the door body. The first frame body can be mounted on the fifth side wall, and the second frame body can be arranged in the second placement groove.

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