Heat insulator

Abstract

The present invention relates to a refrigerator provided with a vacuum heat insulator, comprising: a refrigerator body provided with a storage chamber therein and comprising a first panel, a second panel, and a third panel forming the storage chamber; the shelf is arranged in the storage chamber; a joint formed of a heat insulating member and blocking a corner constituting a boundary between the first panel and the second panel; the shelf supporting frame is used for supporting the shelf; each of the first panel, the second panel, and the third panel is configured from a vacuum heat insulator, and the vacuum heat insulator includes: a first plate disposed toward the storage chamber; a second plate spaced apart from the first plate and forming a vacuum space with the first plate; a sealing portion sealing the first plate and the second plate; and a support member supporting the first plate and the second plate. Consequently, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of cold air loss in the boundary region of the adjacent heat-insulating walls constituting the storage compartment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a heat insulation element. Specifically, it relates to a refrigerator equipped with a heat insulation element. Background Technology

[0002] A refrigerator comprises a refrigerator body with a storage compartment for storing food and a door for opening and closing the storage compartment. A cold air supply device is provided in the refrigerator body to supply cold air to the storage compartment. The refrigerator body includes an outer shell forming the exterior, an inner shell disposed on one side of the outer shell, and a heat insulation portion filled between the outer shell and the inner shell. In existing refrigerators, the heat insulation portion forming the wall of the storage compartment has the problem that its relatively thick thickness makes the storage compartment relatively small compared to its overall size. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0004] Therefore, the object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator provided with a vacuum insulation body that can reduce the thickness of the insulation wall constituting the storage compartment.

[0005] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator having a vacuum insulation body that can suppress cold air loss in the boundary area of ​​adjacent insulating walls constituting the storage compartment.

[0006] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator equipped with a vacuum insulation body capable of suppressing interference between internal components of the storage compartment.

[0007] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator with a vacuum insulation body capable of suppressing interference between the joint of the boundary insulation of the insulation wall constituting the storage compartment and the shelf support frame.

[0008] Technical solutions to the problem

[0009] The heat insulation body of the present invention can be provided as at least one heat insulation body. As an example, the heat insulation body of the present invention can provide a first wall extending in one direction and a second wall extending in a direction different from said first direction. As another example, the heat insulation body of the present invention can include a first heat insulation body and a second heat insulation body. The second heat insulation body can be provided as a separate component separate from the first heat insulation body. The second heat insulation body can be connected to the first heat insulation body using a connecting member. In the present invention, the connecting member can be defined as a joint. The second heat insulation body can include a component extending in the same direction as the first heat insulation body. A plurality of first panels, second panels, third panels, and fourth panels can be provided. The panels can be heat insulation bodies or vacuum insulation bodies. The first panel can include one of the first panels forming a first side of the refrigerator and another of the first panels forming a second side of the refrigerator. At least one of the first, second, third, and fourth panels can provide at least a portion of the wall forming the storage compartment of the refrigerator. At least one of the first, second, third, and fourth panels can provide at least a portion of the wall forming the body of the refrigerator.

[0010] The refrigerator of the present invention may include at least one panel. A plurality of said panels may be connected by a joint. The present invention may include a first panel forming a first surface (e.g., a side surface) of the refrigerator. Optionally, the present invention may include a second panel forming a second surface (e.g., a back surface) of the refrigerator. Optionally, the present invention may include a third panel forming a third surface (e.g., a top surface) of the refrigerator. Optionally, the present invention may include a fourth panel forming a fourth surface (e.g., a bottom surface) of the refrigerator. A plurality of the first, second, third, and fourth panels may be provided. The panels may be heat insulators or vacuum insulators.

[0011] Specifically, by providing a joint formed by a plurality of vacuum insulation bodies constituting the corners of the storage chamber and insulation members configured to block the corners, the thickness of the insulation wall of the storage chamber can be significantly reduced.

[0012] By suppressing the formation of thermal bridges at the corners of the storage compartment, the increase in cold air loss in the storage compartment caused by the formation of thermal bridges can be significantly suppressed.

[0013] In this invention, a main body may be provided, with a storage chamber disposed inside the main body. The main body includes first panels disposed on both sides of the storage chamber, a second panel disposed in the storage chamber, and / or a third panel disposed on a third side of the storage chamber. Shelves may be disposed inside the storage chamber. Joints may be provided at the corners formed by heat-insulating members and by two or more of the first, second, and third panels. Shelf support frames connected to or supporting the shelves may be provided separately from the corners and connected to the second panel. At least one of the first, second, and third panels may include: a first plate disposed towards the storage chamber; a second plate spaced apart from the first plate and forming a vacuum space with the first plate; and a vacuum space provided between the first plate and the second plate. This suppresses the formation of thermal bridges at the corners of the storage chamber, thus preventing increased cold air loss. The heat-insulating walls of the storage chamber are formed by vacuum insulation, thereby significantly reducing the thickness of the heat-insulating walls. With this configuration, the capacity of the storage chamber can be significantly increased while maintaining the same external size.

[0014] The connector may include a first heat insulation portion disposed on at least one of the two sides of the second panel. The connector may include a second heat insulation portion connected to the first panel or provided as a bend from the first heat insulation portion. The shelf support frame may be spaced apart from the second panel. The first heat insulation portion is disposed between the shelf support frame and the second panel. This suppresses cold air leakage through the corners of the second panel (e.g., the left and right corners). By suppressing direct connection between the shelf support frame and the second panel, cold air leakage caused by the connection between the shelf support frame and the second panel can be suppressed. The length of the first heat insulation portion is longer than the length of the second heat insulation portion. This suppresses air contact between the surface of the second panel and the storage compartment.

[0015] Optionally, a protruding connecting protrusion is provided in a first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf.

[0016] The connecting protrusion includes a spaced-apart first protrusion and / or second protrusion. The first protrusion includes a curved portion that bends downward relative to the protruding direction. The shelf support frame may include an insertion surface with an insertion hole for inserting the connecting protrusion. The shelf support frame may include a connecting surface disposed on the insertion surface and connected to the connector. The shelf support frame may include a connecting surface connecting the insertion surface and the connecting surface. The connecting surface bends away from the first panel from the connecting surface. This allows the connecting surface of the shelf support frame to be separated from the corners, thus suppressing cold air leakage through the connecting surface of the shelf support frame. The length between the first panel and the insertion surface is longer than the length between the first panel and the shelf. This increases the shelf's storage capacity and suppresses cold air leakage through the shelf support frame.

[0017] Optionally, the connector further includes a connecting heat insulation portion that connects to the first heat insulation portion. This prevents the connection between the air in the storage compartment and the second panel. A space for accommodating multiple pipes is formed in the first heat insulation portion and / or the connecting heat insulation portion of the connector. Thus, the multiple pipes can be configured to be spaced apart from the corners of the second panel. With this configuration, the multiple pipes are spaced apart from the corners of the second panel, thereby preventing cold air leakage from the multiple pipes.

[0018] Optionally, the connector includes a third heat-insulating portion that is bent from the connecting heat-insulating portion to allow connection with the third panel. This suppresses cold air leakage through the corners of the second and third panels.

[0019] Optionally, a connector support frame is included, which connects to the connector and pressurizes and supports the connector to the second panel. This reduces the number of separate internal component support members required to support the connector with the second panel.

[0020] The joint support frame and the shelf support frame are integrated. This reduces the number of separate internal component support members required to support the combination of the joint support frame and the shelf support frame.

[0021] Optionally, the connector support frame may include a first pressure surface for pressurizing the connector. The connector support frame may include a second pressure surface bent from one side of the first pressure surface. The first pressure surface may be connected to the first heat insulation portion and / or the connecting heat insulation portion. The second pressure surface is configured to be connected to the second heat insulation portion. Thus, the first heat insulation portion and / or the connecting heat insulation portion of the connector can be tightly fitted against the second panel. Separation of the second heat insulation portion of the connector from the first panel can be prevented. The first pressure surface is configured to face the insertion surface of the shelf support frame, and the second pressure surface is configured to face the connecting surface of the shelf support frame. Thus, the connector support frame and the shelf support frame can be joined to form a quadrilateral cross-section. This reduces the installation space required for the connector support frame and / or the shelf support frame.

[0022] Optionally, a support bracket is included, disposed on the third panel and supporting a portion (e.g., the upper end) of the connector support frame. The connector support frame can be supported by the support bracket in a state of close contact with the connector. This reduces the number of separate internal component support members required to support the connector support frame. The connector support frame is configured to be integrated as a part of the partition wall.

[0023] Optionally, the connector may include a first connecting portion extending in a first direction and a second connecting portion extending in a second direction. The connector may include a connecting portion connecting the first connecting portion and / or the second connecting portion. The connector may include a filling portion filling the interior of the first connecting portion, the second connecting portion, and / or the connecting portion. The first connecting portion may be connected to the second panel. The second connecting portion may be configured to be connected to the first panel. The shelf support frame is disposed between the first connecting portions. Thus, the corners forming the boundaries of the second panel and the first panel can be blocked by the connector, thereby suppressing cold air leakage through the corners. The shelf support frame is spaced apart from the corners of the second panel and the first panel, thereby suppressing cold air leakage caused by the proximity of the shelf support frame and the corners.

[0024] Optionally, the shelf support frame may include an insertion surface with an insertion hole for inserting the connecting protrusion. The shelf support frame may include a surface bent from at least one of the two sides of the insertion surface. The shelf support frame includes two connecting surfaces bent from at least one of the two sides and connected to the second panel. Thus, the load of the shelf can be distributed and supported by the second panel.

[0025] Optionally, an internal component support member is provided between the second panel and the shelf support frame to support the shelf support frame. Thus, the shelf support frame can be integrally integrated with the second panel. The internal component support member may include a plate that is bonded to the second panel and / or bolts protruding from the plate. Bolt holes are formed through the connecting surface of the shelf support frame to allow the bolts to be inserted. The bolts can protrude through the bolt holes, and nuts can be threaded onto the bolts. The plate of the internal component support member can be bonded to the first plate of the second panel using adhesive. The plate of the internal component support member can be fused to the first plate of the second panel. This allows for smooth assembly and connection of the shelf support frame.

[0026] Optionally, the support member includes rods spaced apart between the first and second plates. The second panel is configured to have a heat transfer suppression zone corresponding to a region of the shelf support frame and / or a region of the internal component support member. The density of the rods in the heat transfer suppression zone is lower than that of the periphery. This prevents cold air from the interior of the storage compartment from leaking to the outside of the storage compartment through the shelf support frame, the connection point of the first plate of the second panel connected to the shelf support frame, and the rods directly connected to and / or adjacent to the connection point. The second panel is configured to have a strength reinforcement zone, where the density of the rods is greater than that of the periphery of a region of the shelf support frame. This prevents damage or deformation of the second panel caused by the load of the shelf. The second panel may include a first rod having a first thickness and a second rod having a second thickness greater than the first thickness. The second panel is configured such that the second rod is disposed in a region of the shelf support frame, and the first rod is disposed in a region spaced apart from a region of the shelf support frame. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of damage or deformation of the second panel caused by the load of the shelf.

[0027] Selectively, the shelf support frame is provided with at least one insertion hole that extends through and is spaced apart from the connecting protrusion. Multiple ducts for venting cold air can be provided between the shelf support frames. A multi-duct cover can be provided on one side of the multi-ducts, blocking at least a portion of the multi-ducts, the shelf support frame, and the connector. The multi-duct cover has a through portion that exposes the insertion hole. Thus, the first panel, which serves as the surface of the second panel, is blocked, thereby preventing direct contact between the air in the storage compartment and the second panel. The height of the shelf can be easily adjusted.

[0028] Invention Effects

[0029] As described above, according to an embodiment of the present invention, a joint formed by a heat-insulating member is provided at the corner of the boundary constituting the first panel and the second panel, thereby suppressing the leakage of cold air through the corner of the first panel and the second panel.

[0030] The first panel, the second panel, and / or the third panel are made of vacuum insulation, thereby increasing the internal storage capacity without increasing the overall size of the refrigerator body.

[0031] The shelf support frame is provided at intervals from the corners of the boundaries that form the first panel and the second panel, thereby suppressing the leakage of cold air through the shelf support frame.

[0032] The connector may include a first heat-insulating portion disposed on both sides of the second panel and / or a second heat-insulating portion bent from the first heat-insulating portion to connect with the first panel. The shelf support frame is spaced apart from the second panel, or by providing the first heat-insulating portion between the shelf support frame and the second panel, direct connection between the shelf support frame and the second panel can be suppressed. Cold air leakage through the shelf support frame can be suppressed.

[0033] The length of the first heat insulation part is longer than that of the second heat insulation part, thereby suppressing the direct connection between the second panel and the internal air of the storage room.

[0034] The shelf support frame may include an insertion surface with an insertion hole, two connecting surfaces disposed on the insertion surface and connected to the connector, and / or a connecting surface connecting the insertion surface and the connecting surface. The two connecting surfaces are configured to be bent away from the first panel, thereby suppressing cold air leakage through the connecting surfaces of the shelf support frame.

[0035] The length between the first panel and the insertion surface is longer than the length between the first panel and the shelf, thereby increasing the storage capacity of the shelf and suppressing cold air leakage through the shelf support frame.

[0036] The connector also includes a connecting heat insulation part that connects to the first heat insulation part, thereby preventing the surface of the second panel from connecting with the internal air of the storage compartment.

[0037] The connector includes a third heat insulation portion that bends from the connecting heat insulation portion to be connected to the third panel, thereby suppressing cold air leakage through the corners that form the boundary between the second panel and the third panel.

[0038] By configuring a connector support frame that connects to the connector and pressurizes and supports the connector to the second panel, the number of separate internal component support members for supporting the connector can be reduced.

[0039] The joint support frame is integrated with the shelf support frame, thereby reducing the number of separate internal component support members used to support the joint support frame and / or the shelf support frame.

[0040] The connector support frame may include a first pressure surface and / or a second pressure surface. The first pressure surface may be connected to the first heat insulation part and / or the connecting heat insulation part. The second pressure surface may be connected to the second heat insulation part. Thus, the connector can be tightly fitted against the second panel and / or the first panel.

[0041] The first pressure surface can face the insertion surface of the shelf support frame. The second pressure surface can be configured to face the connection surface of the shelf support frame. This reduces the installation space required for the shelf support frame and the joint support frame.

[0042] The third panel is provided with a support bracket that supports a portion (e.g., the upper end) of the joint support frame, thereby reducing the number of individual internal component support members used to support the joint support frame.

[0043] A portion of the joint support frame (e.g., the lower end) is integrated with the partition wall, thereby reducing the number of individual internal component support members used to support the joint support frame.

[0044] The connector may include a first connecting portion, a second connecting portion, a connecting portion connecting the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion, and / or a filling portion filling at least one of the first connecting portion, the second connecting portion, and the connecting portion. The connector may be configured to connect the first connecting portion to the second panel and / or connect the second connecting portion to the first panel. The shelf support frame is disposed between the first connecting portions, thereby suppressing cold air leakage through the corners forming the boundaries of the first and second panels.

[0045] The shelf support frame includes an insertion surface with an insertion hole for inserting a connecting protrusion of the shelf, a side surface that bends from one side (e.g., both sides) of the insertion surface, and / or a connecting surface that bends from the side surface and connects to the second panel, thereby enabling the shelf to be supported by distributing its load.

[0046] An internal component support member is provided between the second panel and the shelf support frame, thereby enabling the shelf support frame to be integrated with and supported by the second panel.

[0047] The internal component support member may include a plate that engages with the second panel and / or bolts protruding from the plate. A through portion is provided on the connecting surface of the shelf support frame to allow the bolts to be inserted, thereby facilitating the assembly of the shelf support frame.

[0048] The density of rods provided in the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame of the second panel and / or the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the internal component support member is formed to be lower than the heat transfer suppression zone of the periphery, thereby suppressing the leakage of cold air through the rods.

[0049] The second panel has a high-density strength-reinforced section of the rod in the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame and / or the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the internal component support member, thereby suppressing damage and / or deformation of the second panel caused by the load of the shelf.

[0050] The second panel includes a first rod and a second rod with different thicknesses. The thicker second rod is provided in a first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame and / or a first region (e.g., the rear region) of the internal component support member, thereby suppressing damage and / or deformation of the second panel caused by the load of the shelf.

[0051] Multiple ducts for venting cold air can be provided between the shelf support frames. A multi-duct cover can be provided on one side of the multiple ducts to block the multiple ducts, the shelf support frames, and / or the connectors. The multi-duct cover has a through-hole that exposes the insertion hole, thereby preventing air contact between the second panel and the storage compartment and allowing easy adjustment of the shelf position. Attached Figure Description

[0052] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing the appearance of a refrigerator according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] Figure 2 It is used to explain in Figure 1 A conceptual diagram of the vacuum insulation provided in the refrigerator.

[0054] Figure 3 It is used to explain what is provided. Figure 2 A conceptual diagram of the third board.

[0055] Figure 4 It is used to explain what is provided. Figure 3 A conceptual diagram of a heat transfer barrier plate.

[0056] Figure 5 The graphs (a) show the elapsed time and pressure of the exhaust process according to an embodiment of the present invention and (b) show the results of a long-term vacuum maintenance experiment using an accelerated experiment of a vacuum insulation body of a refrigerator with an internal volume of 128 liters.

[0057] Figure 6 This is a graph showing the relationship between vacuum pressure and gas conductivity based on the size of the gap inside the vacuum space according to the present invention.

[0058] Figure 7 This is a conceptual diagram showing a state in which a vacuum space extension portion is also formed in the vacuum space portion according to the present invention.

[0059] Figure 8 This is a conceptual diagram showing a block provided in a vacuum insulation body according to the present invention.

[0060] Figure 9 This is a conceptual diagram showing an extension of a plate provided in a vacuum insulation body according to the invention.

[0061] Figure 10 This is a conceptual diagram showing a branch portion of a plate provided in a vacuum insulation body according to the invention.

[0062] Figure 11 This is a block diagram illustrating the manufacturing process of a vacuum insulation body according to the present invention.

[0063] Figure 12 yes Figure 9 Side view of the shelf frame.

[0064] Figure 13 yes Figure 7 A perspective view of the joint support frame and the shelf support frame.

[0065] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 Front view of the joint support frame and shelf support frame.

[0066] Figure 15 In order to explain Figure 5 The diagram schematically illustrates the connection between the internal joint support frame and support bracket of the refrigerator body.

[0067] Figure 16 It is magnification Figure 15 The front view of the support bracket area.

[0068] Figure 17 yes Figure 16 A three-dimensional view showing the connection between the support bracket and the internal component support structure.

[0069] Figure 18 yes Figure 16 An enlarged view of the joint area between the support bracket and the joint support frame.

[0070] Figure 19 yes Figure 18 Side view of the support bracket and joint support frame.

[0071] Figure 20 yes Figure 19 A side view showing the separation of the support bracket and the internal component support members.

[0072] Figure 21 This is a front view showing the shelf area of ​​a refrigerator according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0073] Figure 22 It is shown Figure 21 A top-view cross-sectional view of the shelves in their assembled state.

[0074] Figure 23 yes Figure 22 Enlarged view of the main parts.

[0075] Figure 24 yes Figure 22 A variation of the second panel.

[0076] Figure 25 yes Figure 24 Enlarged view of the main parts.

[0077] Figure 26 yes Figure 22 A variation of the second panel.

[0078] Figure 27 yes Figure 26 Enlarged view of the main parts.

[0079] Figure 28 yes Figure 22 A variation of the second panel.

[0080] Figure 29 yes Figure 28 Enlarged view of the main parts Detailed Implementation

[0081] The "Common Description" section will be described below, which contains the parts that are commonly defined in all embodiments of the present invention.

[0082] Optionally, the heat insulation body of the present invention can be provided as a single heat insulation body. As an example, the heat insulation body may provide a first wall extending in one direction and a second wall extending in a direction different from said one direction. Optionally, the heat insulation body of the present invention may include a first heat insulation body and a second heat insulation body. The second heat insulation body may be provided as a separate component separate from the first heat insulation body. The second heat insulation body may be connected to the first heat insulation body using a connecting member. In the present invention, the connecting member may be defined as a joint. The second heat insulation body may include a portion extending in the same direction as the first heat insulation body. The second heat insulation body may include a portion extending in a direction different from the first heat insulation body. The second heat insulation body may include a portion connected to the first heat insulation body, or may include a portion configured to overlap with the first heat insulation body in at least one direction. The heat insulation body may be a vacuum heat insulation body including a vacuum space portion, or it may be a non-vacuum heat insulation body not including a vacuum space portion. The heat insulation body may be a combination of the vacuum heat insulation body and the non-vacuum heat insulation body. The vacuum space portion provided in the second heat insulation body may include a portion extending in the same direction as the vacuum space portion provided in the first heat insulation body. The vacuum space provided in the second heat insulation body may include a portion extending in a different direction than the vacuum space provided in the first heat insulation body. The vacuum space provided in the second heat insulation body may include a portion configured to overlap with the vacuum space provided in the first heat insulation body in at least one direction. The heat insulation body may be provided in the form of a panel. In this invention, "panel" is used as an example in the following description, but inventions using "heat insulation body" instead of "panel" are also included in this invention. For example, in the following description of this invention, it is stated that at least two panels of the body form the appearance of a refrigerator; this is understood or interpreted in this invention as at least two heat insulation bodies of the body forming the appearance of a refrigerator.

[0083] Optionally, the refrigerator of the present invention may include a body. The body may include at least one storage compartment. The body may include a partition wall dividing a first storage compartment and a second storage compartment. The first storage compartment connector may include a first-first storage compartment connector, a second-first storage compartment connector, and / or a third-first storage compartment connector. The second storage compartment connector may be provided on one side of the second storage compartment. The second storage compartment connector may include a first connector, a second connector, and / or a third connector.

[0084] The partition wall may include the vacuum insulation and / or the non-vacuum insulation. The refrigerator of the present invention may include a door. The refrigerator of the present invention may include a machine compartment disposed on one side of the main body. The machine compartment may be equipped with one or more of the following: a compressor, a heat dissipation component (e.g., a condenser, a heat dissipation section of a thermoelectric module, a hot-side radiator that exchanges heat with the heat dissipation section of the thermoelectric module, etc.), and a cooling fan. It may include one or more of the following for the machine compartment: a first cover (e.g., a side cover), a second cover (e.g., a rear cover), a third cover (e.g., a top cover), a fourth cover (e.g., a bottom cover), and a fifth cover (e.g., a front cover), wherein the first cover forms at least a portion of a first surface (e.g., a side surface), the second cover forms at least a portion of a second surface (e.g., a back surface), the third cover forms at least a portion of a third surface (e.g., a top surface), the fourth cover forms at least a portion of a fourth surface (e.g., a bottom surface), and the fifth cover forms at least a portion of a fifth surface (e.g., a front surface). One or more of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth covers may be provided as a single component or as a plurality of components. The mechanical compartment of the refrigerator of the present invention may include the heat insulation body.

[0085] The panel may include one or more of a first panel, a second panel, and a side panel. A vacuum space may be provided between the first panel and the second panel. The refrigerator of the present invention may include at least one panel. The present invention may include one or more of a first panel forming at least a portion of a first side (e.g., a side surface) of the refrigerator, a second panel forming at least a portion of a second side (e.g., a back surface) of the refrigerator, a third panel forming at least a portion of a third side (e.g., a top surface) of the refrigerator, a fourth panel forming at least a portion of a fourth side (e.g., a bottom surface) of the refrigerator, and a fifth panel forming at least a portion of a fifth side (e.g., a front surface) of the refrigerator. One or more of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth sides of the refrigerator may provide at least a portion of a wall forming the body, or at least a portion of a wall forming the door. One or more of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth panels may be provided as a single component or as a plurality of components. The connector may be provided to connect the corners of the refrigerator, or to connect the first and second walls forming the walls of the refrigerator to each other. The connector may be provided to connect the panel to other components (e.g., another panel). The connector can be provided to connect at least two of the first panel, second panel, third panel, fourth panel, and fifth panel. One or more of the first panel, second panel, third panel, fourth panel, and fifth panel can be provided, and the connector can be provided to connect the plurality of panels to each other. The connector can include a first surface, a second surface, and / or a third surface. The first surface of the connector can cover at least a portion of at least one of the first panel, second panel, third panel, fourth panel, and fifth panel. The second surface of the connector can cover at least a portion of at least another of the first panel, second panel, third panel, fourth panel, and fifth panel. The third surface of the connector can be connected to the first surface and / or the second surface of the connector. The third surface of the connector can be connected to a corner of the first surface and / or a corner of the second surface of the connector. The third surface of the connector can be obliquely formed on at least one of the first surface and the second surface of the connector. At least a portion of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth panels may be provided as panels having a first thermal insulation performance per unit thickness, and at least another portion of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth panels may be provided as panels having a second thermal insulation performance per unit thickness. The first thermal insulation performance and the second thermal insulation performance may be different.

[0086] The insulation or refrigerator of the present invention may include pipes. The pipes may include a first pipe, a second pipe, and / or a third pipe. The first pipe may supply cold air to a first storage compartment or a second storage compartment. The second pipe may house an evaporator. The third pipe may be communicatively connected to the first pipe and the second pipe. The third pipe may include a first surface, a second surface, a third surface, a fourth surface, and / or a fifth surface. The first surface of the third pipe may surround the first surface of the connector. The second surface of the third pipe may surround the second surface of the connector. The third surface of the third pipe may surround the third surface of the connector. The third pipe may include a fourth surface. The fourth surface of the third pipe may be configured to extend from the first surface of the third pipe or face the second storage compartment. The fifth surface of the third pipe may be configured to extend from the second surface of the third pipe or face the evaporator.

[0087] The insulation or refrigerator of the present invention may include a block. The block may include portions extending in the same direction as one or more of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth panels. The block may also include portions extending in a different direction from one or more of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth panels. The block may include a first surface (e.g., left side), a second surface (e.g., right side), a third surface (e.g., back), a fourth surface (e.g., bottom), a fifth surface (e.g., top), and a sixth surface (e.g., front). A portion of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth surfaces of the refrigerator may be provided in the form of a panel, and another portion of the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth surfaces of the refrigerator may be provided in the form of a block. The block may be the non-vacuum insulation. As an example, the block may be a block cover and / or a PU foam liquid provided inside the block cover. The block may include one or more of a first block (e.g., a side block), a second block (e.g., a back block or a front block), and a third block (e.g., a bottom block or a top block). The first, second, and third blocks may each be provided in plurality. At least two of the first, second, and third blocks may be connected and provided as the joint. The third block may form one side of the first storage compartment and / or one side of the machine room. The third block may be provided as a partition wall, or may form one side of the first storage compartment.

[0088] The heat insulation body or refrigerator of the present invention may include a heat insulation reinforcement portion. The heat insulation reinforcement portion may include a portion connected to one side of the block, or may include a portion protruding from the block.

[0089] The insulation or refrigerator of the present invention may include a hinge. The hinge may be disposed on one side of the insulation. The hinge may be disposed on the body and / or door of the refrigerator.

[0090] The hinge may include one or more of a hinge fixing portion, a hinge shaft, and a hinge connecting portion. The hinge fixing portion is the part of the hinge that is combined with at least one of the heat insulation body, the refrigerator body, and the refrigerator door. The hinge connecting portion is the part that extends protrudingly from the hinge fixing portion. The hinge may include one or more of a first hinge (e.g., an upper hinge) disposed on one side of the wall forming the first storage compartment, a second hinge (e.g., a middle hinge) disposed on the partition wall, and a third hinge (e.g., a lower hinge) forming the wall of the second storage compartment. The heat insulation body or refrigerator of the present invention may include one or more of a hinge reinforcing frame for strengthening the hinge, a cover with the hinge, and a hinge reinforcing plate disposed or housed in connection with or accommodated by the panel. The hinge reinforcing frame may include one or more of a first frame portion, a second frame portion, a third frame portion, and a fourth frame portion. At least two of the first frame portion, the second frame portion, the third frame portion, and the fourth frame portion may extend in different directions from each other.

[0091] The heat insulation body or refrigerator of the present invention may include a support frame. The support frame may support one side of the panel. The support frame may include a joint. The block may be supported by the support frame in the machine compartment. The support frame may include a first support frame and / or a second support frame.

[0092] The insulation or refrigerator of the present invention may include an inner cover. The inner cover may be disposed between the cover of the machine compartment and the hinge reinforcement frame (e.g., a first frame portion).

[0093] The heat insulation body or refrigerator of the present invention may include a decorative element. The decorative element may be disposed on a surface of the heat insulation body. The decorative element may be disposed on the surface of the body and / or door of the refrigerator. As an example, the decorative element may be disposed on the outer surface of the heat insulation body or the outer surface of the refrigerator.

[0094] The heat insulation body or refrigerator of the present invention may include a heat wire. The heat wire may be disposed on a surface of the heat insulation body. The decorative element may be disposed on a surface of the refrigerator body and / or door. The heat wire may be disposed between the decorative element and the surface of the heat insulation body. The heat wire may be disposed between the decorative element and the surface of the refrigerator and / or between the decorative element and the surface of the door. (034)

[0095] The heat insulation body or refrigerator of the present invention may include a housing. The housing may be an outer housing or an inner housing. The outer housing may be connected to the second plate. The outer housing may be provided to cover at least a portion of the second plate. The outer housing may be provided to contact the second plate or be spaced apart from the second plate by a predetermined interval. The inner housing may be connected to the first and second plates. The inner housing may be provided to cover at least a portion of the first plate. The inner housing may be provided to contact the first plate or be spaced apart from the first plate by a predetermined interval.

[0096] The insulation or refrigerator of the present invention may include drawers and / or drawer guides. The drawer guides may include a first storage compartment drawer guide disposed in a first storage compartment. The first storage compartment drawer guide may include at least one of a first panel (e.g., a side panel), a second panel (e.g., a bottom panel), a third panel (e.g., a top panel), and a fourth panel (e.g., a middle panel).

[0097] The drawer guide may include a second storage compartment drawer guide disposed in the second storage compartment.

[0098] The insulation or refrigerator of the present invention may include shelves and / or shelf support frames.

[0099] The "Specific Content for Implementing the Invention" is divided into the aforementioned "Common Description" and the "Description Based on Drawings" described below. In the "Specific Content for Implementing the Invention," the specific content described for implementing the invention can be understood as embodiments of the invention. In the "Specific Content for Implementing the Invention," the combination of at least two of the various specific contents described for implementing the invention can also be understood as embodiments of the invention. As one example, the paragraphs and combinations of paragraphs in the "Common Description" section of the "Specific Content for Implementing the Invention" or the portion described based on drawings can be understood as embodiments of the invention. As another example, the sentences and combinations of sentences in the "Common Description" section of the "Specific Content for Implementing the Invention" or the portion described based on drawings can be understood as embodiments of the invention.

[0100] Hereinafter, the "Description based on the accompanying drawings" section of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0101] Reference Figures 1 to 4The heat insulation body 10 of the present invention may include plates 11, 12, and 14. In this invention, the term "plate" may refer to at least one of the first plate 11, the second plate 12, and the side plate 14. Optionally, the heat insulation body of the present invention may include a vacuum space portion 15. The vacuum space portion 15 may be formed using walls provided by the plates 11, 12, and 14. The vacuum space portion 15 may have a thickness in a first direction. The plates 11, 12, and 14 may include a first plate 11 and a second plate 12. The first plate 11 may include a portion extending in a direction different from the first direction. The second plate 12 may include a portion extending in a first direction different from the first direction. Optionally, the plates may include a side plate 14, which includes a portion extending in the first direction. As an example, in the heat insulation body 10 of the present invention, the first plate 11, the second plate 12, and the side plate 14 may be provided as separate components, and may be provided as separate components connected to each other. As another example, in the heat insulation body 10 of the present invention, at least two of the components of the first plate 11, the second plate 12, and the side plate 14 can be provided as a single unit, or can be provided as separate components connected to each other. As yet another example, in the heat insulation body 10 of the present invention, the portions connecting the first plate 11, the second plate 12, and the side plate 14 can each be provided as a single unit. In this case, the first plate 11 can be provided as a separate component, and the separate components can be connected to each other. Alternatively, the second plate 12 can be provided as a separate component, and the separate components can be connected to each other. Alternatively, the side plate 14 can be provided as a separate component, and the separate components can be connected to each other. Optionally, the heat insulation body 10 of the present invention may include a third plate disposed on at least a portion of the heat insulation body 10 or connected to at least a portion of the plates 11, 12, 14. The third plate may include a portion provided with a thickness less than or equal to the thickness of the plates 11, 12, 14. The third plate may include a portion having a thickness greater than that of the plates 11, 12, and 14. The third plate may be disposed within the vacuum space portion 15 or outside the vacuum space portion 15. An example of the third plate may be the heat transfer hindrance bodies 23, 26a, 26b, 34, and the deformation-resistant body 13 described in this invention.

[0102] Optionally, the heat insulation body 10 of the present invention may include heat transfer inhibitors 23, 26a, 26b, and 34, which are used to reduce the amount of heat transfer between a first space provided near the first plate 11 and a second space provided near the second plate 12, or to reduce the amount of heat transfer between the first plate 11 and the second plate 12. Heat transfer inhibitors that reduce heat transfer caused by conduction may be defined as anti-conductivity sheets 26a and 26b, and heat transfer inhibitors that reduce heat transfer caused by radiation may be defined as anti-radiation sheets 23. The heat transfer inhibitors 23, 26a, 26b, and 34 may be provided by a porous material 34 or by a filling material 34. A filling material whose interior is filled with a porous material may be defined as a porous material 34. The heat transfer inhibitors 23, 26a, 26b, and 34 may include at least one or a mixture of at least two of the anti-radiation sheets 23, the porous material 34, the filling material 34, and the anti-conductivity sheets 26a and 26b. The heat transfer blocking elements 23, 26a, 26b, and 34 may be connected to at least a portion of the plates 11, 12, and 14 or may not be in contact with the plates 11, 12, and 14. A shield 24 may be provided on the exterior of the heat transfer blocking elements 23, 26a, 26b, and 34 for heat insulation. A connecting frame 17 may be provided on the outer side of the heat transfer blocking elements 23, 26a, 26b, and 34. The heat insulation body 10 may include a conduit penetrating the vacuum space 15. The conduit may be formed by providing a conduit wall 32 as a separate component, or it may be provided by removing the conduit wall 32 to form a through hole only in the plate. The side plate 14 or the heat transfer blocking elements 23, 26a, 26b, and 34 may be provided near the conduit.

[0103] Optionally, the heat insulation 10 of the present invention may include a deformation-resistant body 13 connected to at least a portion of the plates 11, 12, 14 and increasing the deformation resistance of the plates 11, 12, 14. When the deformation-resistant body is provided in plate form, it may be referred to as a deformation-resistant plate.

[0104] Optionally, the heat insulation body 10 of the present invention may include a support member 19 connected to at least a portion of the plates 11, 12, 13 and holding the vacuum space portion 15. The support member 19 may include a rod 20 having a portion extending along a first direction that is the thickness direction of the vacuum space portion 15. The support member 19 may include a support plate 22 having a portion extending along a direction different from the first direction. The support member 19 may include a plurality of rods 20 and a connecting plate 21 connecting the plurality of rods 20. The support member 19 may include at least one or a mixture of at least two of the rods 20, the connecting plate 21, and the support plate 22.

[0105] Optionally, the insulation 10 of the present invention may include a component joint providing portions for arranging or supporting components 24, 28, 32. As an example, when the component joint is provided in plate form, it may be referred to as a component joint plate. Components connected to the component joint may include through-type components configured to penetrate at least a portion of the insulation 10 or at least a portion of the plates 11, 12, 14. Components connected to the component joint may include surface components configured to connect to the surface of the insulation 10 or to the surface of the plates 11, 12, 14. The through-type component may be a component forming a path for fluid (electric current, refrigerant, water, air, etc.) to pass through. The through-type component may be in the form of a pipe. The pipe may include a straight pipe and / or a curved pipe. The pipe may be provided in a plurality of units, or may extend in one direction. The through-type component may include at least one of the pipe, a first outlet, and a second outlet. In the present invention, fluid is defined as any type of flowing object. Fluids include moving solids, liquids, gases, and electric currents, etc. The through-hole component can be a component that forms a path for refrigerant to pass through for heat exchange, such as a suction line heat exchanger (SLHX) or refrigerant pipe. The SLHX can be understood as a suction line heat exchanger that allows heat exchange between the refrigerant passing through the evaporator and the refrigerant before it flows into the evaporator. The through-hole component can be a power cable supplying power to the apparatus. The through-hole component can be a conduit allowing fluid to flow along its surface or a component (such as a port) formed to allow air to pass through. The port can include an exhaust port providing a path for air to exit from the space formed between the first plate 11 and the second plate 12, forming the vacuum space 15. The through-hole component can be a path for fluids such as cooling water, warm water, ice, and defrost water to pass through. Examples of surface components can be peripheral insulation, side panels, injected foam, pre-prepared resin, hinges, latches, baskets, drawers, shelves, lighting, sensors, evaporator 7, front trim, hot wires, heaters, external covers, internal covers, etc.

[0106] pass Figures 1 to 4 This invention defines terms such as plate, first plate, second plate, side plate, third plate, vacuum space, heat transfer barrier, anti-conductivity sheet, anti-radiation sheet, porous material, filling material, component joint, joint, support, rod, support plate, connecting plate, deformation-resistant body, deformation-resistant plate, component joint, component joint plate, through component, surface component, pipe, and port. In this invention, the terms, in addition to those already described, are used for... Figures 1 to 4 When used in parts other than those described herein, the terms used should be interpreted as those already defined. Figures 1 to 4The definition has been passed down.

[0107] In this invention, the connection between object A and object B can be defined as a direct connection between at least a portion of object A and at least a portion of object B, or a connection between at least a portion of object A and at least a portion of object B via an intermedium disposed between object A and object B. As a variation, the connection between object A and object B can include situations where object A and object B are connected in the manner described above and are shaped as a single unit. In this invention, the embodiment of the connection can be support, combination, or seal, as described later. In this invention, object A being supported by object B can be defined as the movement of object A in one or more directions (+X, -X, +Y, -Y, +Z, and -Z axes) being restricted by object B. In this invention, the embodiment of support can be combination or seal, as described later. In this invention, the combination between object A and object B can be defined as the movement of object A in one or more directions (X, Y, and Z axes) being restricted by object B. In this invention, the embodiment of combination can be seal, as described later. In this invention, a seal between object A and object B can be defined as a state in which fluid movement is not permitted at the connection between object A and object B. In this invention, more than one object, i.e., at least a portion of object A and object B, can be defined as including a portion of object A, the entirety of object A, a portion of object B, the entirety of object B, a portion of object A and a portion of object B, a portion of object A and the entirety of object B, the entirety of object A and a portion of object B, and the entirety of object A and the entirety of object B. In this invention, plate A can be defined as a wall defining space A, where at least a portion of plate A can be a wall forming at least a portion of space A. That is, at least a portion of plate A can be a wall forming space A, or plate A can be a wall forming at least a portion of space A. In this invention, the central portion of an object can be defined as the portion located at the center of the three-part division when the object is divided into three equal parts based on its length direction. The peripheral portion of an object can be defined as a portion located on one side or the other side of the central portion among the three-part divisions. The peripheral portion of an object can include a surface in contact with the central portion and a surface on its opposite side. Its opposite side surface can be defined as the object's border or edge. In this invention, the degree of deformation resistance represents the degree to which an object resists deformation, and can be defined as a value determined by factors including the object's thickness, shape, material, and processing method. In this invention, the degree of heat transfer resistance represents the degree to which an object impedes heat transfer, and can be defined as a value determined by factors including the object's thickness, shape, material, and processing method.In this invention, heat transfer resistance can be defined as at least one or the sum of at least two of the following: degree of conduction resistance, degree of radiation resistance, and degree of convection resistance. The terms "upper side," "lower side," "right side," "left side," "front side," and "rear side" used in the following description may be used interchangeably. Figure 1 and Figure 5 The coordinate system shown is for illustrative purposes only. "+Z" refers to the top, "-Z" to the bottom, "+Y" to the right, "-Y" to the left, "+X" to the front, and "-X" to the rear. In this specification, the front-back direction can be an example of the X-axis, the left-right direction can be an example of the Y-axis, and the up-down direction can be an example of the Z-axis.

[0108] The heat insulation element 10 of the present invention can be applied to a refrigerator 1. The refrigerator 1 may include: a body 2, providing a cabinet 9 capable of storing items; and a door 3 configured to open and close the body 2. The cabinet 9 is equipped with a cold source for supplying cold air. As an example, the cold source may be an evaporator 7 that evaporates refrigerant to remove heat. The refrigerator may include a compressor 4 that compresses the refrigerant. The refrigerator may include a condenser 5 that condenses the compressed refrigerant. The condenser 5 may be connected to an expander 6 that expands the condensed refrigerant.

[0109] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of a refrigerator according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 It is shown Figure 5 A 3D view of the inside of the refrigerator. Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A top-view cross-sectional view of the shelving area. Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Enlarged view of the main parts. (See image below.) Figures 5 to 8 As shown, the refrigerator in this embodiment includes a refrigerator body 100, a shelf 140, a connector 150, and a shelf support frame 170.

[0110] The refrigerator body 100 forms the exterior of the refrigerator.

[0111] For example, the refrigerator body 100 can be formed in a cuboid shape.

[0112] For example, the refrigerator body 100 is configured to have a relatively high height compared to its width in one direction.

[0113] A storage compartment 110 is provided inside the refrigerator body 100.

[0114] The refrigerator body 100 may be provided with a cold air supply device for providing cold air to the storage compartment 110.

[0115] For example, the cooling supply device can be implemented using a refrigeration cycle device that utilizes the compression, condensation, expansion, and evaporation cycles of a refrigerant. It is well known that the refrigeration cycle device may comprise a compressor, a condenser, an expander, and an evaporator.

[0116] For example, a mechanical compartment 1103 may be provided on one side (e.g., the lower side) of the refrigerator body 100.

[0117] For example, the compressor and condenser may be installed in the machine room 1103.

[0118] For example, the evaporator may be located in a portion of the interior of the storage chamber 110 (second storage chamber 1102).

[0119] For example, the storage room 110 can be divided into a plurality of compartments.

[0120] Inside the refrigerator body 100, there may be a partition wall 105 that separates the storage compartment 110 in one direction (e.g., up and down).

[0121] The partition wall 105 is implemented as a cuboid shape with a relatively thin thickness.

[0122] The partition wall 105 may be constructed by means of heat insulation components.

[0123] Thus, heat movement between the internal spaces (first storage chamber 1101, second storage chamber 1102) of the storage chamber 110, which are separated in one direction (e.g., vertical direction), can be suppressed.

[0124] For example, the storage room 110 may include a second storage room 1102 and / or a first storage room 1101.

[0125] The first storage room 1101 and the second storage room 1102 can be separated by the partition wall 105.

[0126] A cold air supply path 1051 may be provided in the partition wall 105.

[0127] For example, the air supply path 1051 may be formed through a portion of the partition wall 105 (e.g., the rear central portion).

[0128] A cold air return path 1052 for the return of air from the first storage chamber 1101 can be formed in the partition wall 105.

[0129] The cold air return flow path 1052 can pass through and form on one side (left side in the figure) of the partition wall 105.

[0130] For example, the partition wall 105 may be provided with a connecting portion 1053 that allows the first storage chamber 1101 and the second storage chamber 1102 to communicate.

[0131] Thus, the first storage chamber 1101 and the second storage chamber 1102 are connected, thereby allowing the introduction and / or extraction of components.

[0132] The connecting portion 1053 can extend through to the corner of the other side (right side in the figure) of the partition wall 105.

[0133] The door 120 includes a first storage room door 1201 for opening and closing the first storage room 1101.

[0134] The door 120 includes a second storage room door 1202 for opening and closing the second storage room 1102.

[0135] On the other hand, the refrigerator body 100 includes at least two panels 101, 102, 103, and 104 forming the storage compartment 110.

[0136] For example, the at least two panels 101, 102, 103, 104 may be configured as a vacuum insulation body 130.

[0137] Specifically, for example, the panels 101, 102, 103, and 104 are configured as a first panel 101 disposed on both sides of the storage chamber 110, a second panel 102 disposed on the storage chamber 110, a third panel 103 disposed on one side of the storage chamber 110, and / or a fourth panel 104 disposed on the other side of the storage chamber 110.

[0138] In this embodiment, the first panel 101, the second panel 102 and / or the third panel 103 may be formed of a vacuum insulation body 130.

[0139] This allows for a significant reduction in the thickness of the insulation wall of the storage compartment 110 forming the refrigerator body 100.

[0140] With this configuration, the storage capacity of the storage compartment 110 can be significantly increased without increasing the external size of the refrigerator body 100.

[0141] The fourth panel 104 can be implemented by the vacuum insulation 130, or by other insulation components (e.g., polyurethane foam).

[0142] For example, the vacuum insulation 130 may include a first plate 1301 disposed toward the storage chamber 110, a second plate 1302 spaced apart from the first plate 1301 and forming a vacuum space portion 1303 together with the first plate 1301, a sealing portion 13012 sealing the first plate 1301 and the second plate 1302, and / or a support member 1304 supporting the first plate 1301 and the second plate 1302.

[0143] For example, the first plate 1301 and / or the second plate 1302 can be made of thin metal sheets, respectively.

[0144] For example, the first plate 1301 may be configured to have a thinner thickness than the second plate 1302.

[0145] For example, the first plate 1301 may be configured to include a bent portion 13011, which is bent once from the edge of the first plate 1301 toward the second plate 1302, and then bent a second time to be able to connect with the surface of the second plate 1302. A sealing portion 13012 may be formed on one side of the bent portion 13011 to seal against the second plate 1302.

[0146] Shelves 140 may be installed inside the first storage room 1101.

[0147] For example, the shelf 140 can be implemented as a rectangular plate shape.

[0148] The shelf 140 can be configured to be spaced from the second panel 102 of the first storage compartment 1101 at a predetermined distance.

[0149] A connector 150 and / or multiple pipes 160, described later, may be provided between the second panel 102 and the shelf 140.

[0150] The shelf 140 can be configured to be spaced from the first panel 101 by a predetermined distance along one direction of the first storage compartment 1101.

[0151] For example, the shelf 140 may be formed to be spaced 7 mm apart from the first panel 101 on both sides of the storage compartment 110.

[0152] This prevents unnecessary connections between the shelf 140 and the first panel 101.

[0153] Air in the first storage chamber 1101 can move through the gaps between the two ends of the shelf 140 and the first panel 101.

[0154] According to this configuration, it is possible to suppress the generation of local temperature deviations inside the first storage chamber 1101.

[0155] For example, the shelves 140 can be implemented as a plurality of shelves spaced apart from each other.

[0156] A shelf support frame 170 is provided in the first storage room 1101 to support the shelf 140.

[0157] For example, the shelf support frame 170 may be disposed in a first region (e.g., the rear region) of the storage room 110 (first storage room 1101).

[0158] For example, the shelf support frame 170 may be disposed between the second panel 102 and the shelf 140.

[0159] On the other hand, in the refrigerator of this embodiment, the first panel 101 and the second panel 102 are configured to form a predetermined angle (e.g., a right angle) with each other and are integrated into one unit.

[0160] Here, the first plate 1301 of the first panel 101 and / or the first plate 1301 of the second panel 102 may include a curved portion 13011 that bends toward the corresponding second plate 1302 to form a surface connection. One side of the curved portion 13011 may be disposed in the storage chamber 110 and / or the other side may be disposed outside the storage chamber 110. Thus, the curved portion 13011 can form a heat bridge between the interior and exterior of the storage chamber 110.

[0161] In this embodiment, joints 150 formed by heat insulation components are respectively provided at the corners of the boundaries constituting the first panel 101 and the second panel 102.

[0162] Therefore, it is possible to suppress cold air leakage through the corners (bends 13011) of the first panel 101 and the second panel 102 that form the heat transfer path between the inside and outside of the storage chamber 110.

[0163] For example, the connector 150 is configured to include a first heat insulation portion 151 disposed on the second panel 102 and / or a second heat insulation portion 152 bent from the first heat insulation portion 151 to be connected to the first panel 101.

[0164] Here, for example, the first heat insulation portion 151 and / or the second heat insulation portion 152 can each be implemented as a rectangular shape.

[0165] For example, the connector 15 is configured to include a connecting heat insulation portion 154 that connects to the first heat insulation portion 151.

[0166] For example, the connector 150 may be configured to have a predetermined thickness.

[0167] In this embodiment, the pre-set thickness of the connector 150 can be around 20mm, but this is just an example and is not limited to this.

[0168] For example, the connecting heat insulation part 154 can be configured as part of the first heat insulation part 151.

[0169] For example, the connecting heat insulation part 154 can be configured to be horizontally connected to the first heat insulation part 151.

[0170] A third heat insulation part 153 may be provided in the connecting heat insulation part 154 to block the corners of the boundary forming the second panel 102 and the third panel 103.

[0171] In this embodiment, the corners that form the boundary between the second panel 102 and the third panel 103 can form a heat transfer path, and the third heat insulation part 153 can block the corners that form the boundary between the second panel 102 and the third panel 103, thereby suppressing cold air leakage.

[0172] Here, for example, the length from the end of the second panel 102 to the end of the third heat insulation portion 153 can be configured to be the same as the length from the end of the second panel 102 to the end of the second heat insulation portion 152.

[0173] In this embodiment, the connecting heat insulation portion 154 is formed to have a predetermined width. Therefore, a rectangular multi-pipe receiving space 155 can be formed between the first heat insulation portion 151 and the connecting heat insulation portion 154, which are spaced apart on both sides of the second panel 102.

[0174] The multi-pipe housing space 155 can accommodate multiple pipes 160.

[0175] In this embodiment, the multiple pipes 160 can be implemented as a cuboid shape with a generally thin thickness. A cold air flow path can be formed inside the multiple pipes 160. Cold air outlets communicating with the cold air flow path can be formed through the surface of the multiple pipes 160. At least two cold air outlets can be spaced apart from each other.

[0176] In this embodiment, for example, the cold air outlet holes can be formed in two rows along one direction.

[0177] A portion of the multi-pipe 160 (e.g., the lower end) may be combined to be surface-connected to the partition wall 105 and / or a portion of the multi-pipe 160 (e.g., the upper end) may be configured to be connected to a portion of the connecting insulation portion 154 (e.g., the lower end).

[0178] The multiple pipes 160 can be configured in the first storage chamber 1101.

[0179] The length (e.g., left-right width) of the multi-pipe 160 in one direction can be configured to be separated from the first heat insulation part 151 by a predetermined distance.

[0180] In this embodiment, the distance between the first heat insulation portions 151 can be formed to be greater than the length in one direction of the multiple pipes 160 (e.g., the left and right width).

[0181] Spacers 156 may be provided between the first heat insulation portion 151 and the multi-pipe 160. The spacers 156 may be provided on both sides of the multi-pipe 160. The spacers 156 may be configured to be spaced apart from each other in one direction (e.g., vertical direction).

[0182] In this embodiment, the width of the first heat insulation portion 151 may be greater than the width of the second heat insulation portion 152.

[0183] This prevents direct contact between the surface of the second panel 102 and the air in the storage chamber 110.

[0184] This configuration can suppress the leakage of cold air through the second panel 102.

[0185] The connector 150 is provided with a connector support frame 180 that supports the connector 150 in close contact with the second panel 102 and / or the first panel 101.

[0186] Figure 9 yes Figure 6 A 3D view of the shelf. Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A top view of the shelf. Figure 11 yes Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the panel of the shelf. Figure 12 yes Figure 9 A side view of the shelf frame. (See attached image.) Figures 9 to 12 As shown, for example, the shelf 140 may include a rectangular panel portion 141 and a bracket portion 142 supporting the panel portion 141 on one side (e.g., the lower side).

[0187] For example, the panel portion 141 may be formed of a transparent rigid member.

[0188] For example, the panel portion 141 may be formed of compression-strengthened glass.

[0189] For example, the panel portion 141 may be configured as a rectangular plate-shaped body 1411 and / or an anti-detachment portion 1412 protruding from the surface of the body 1411.

[0190] For example, the anti-detachment part 1412 may be provided on one side (e.g., the front end) and / or the other side (e.g., the rear end) of the main body 1411.

[0191] Therefore, it is possible to prevent food (or containers) placed on the surface of the shelf 140 from falling off the shelf 140 (body 1411).

[0192] For example, the anti-detachment part 1412 can be formed of a synthetic resin component or a rubber component.

[0193] An insertion part 14121 may be provided on one side of the anti-detachment part 1412, which can be inserted into one side (one end or rear end) of the panel part 141.

[0194] The insertion portion 14121 of the anti-detachment portion 1412 can be configured as a groove shape that is open to one side.

[0195] For example, the bracket portion 142 may be configured as a pair of frames 1421 spaced apart in one direction on one side (e.g., the lower side) of the panel portion 141.

[0196] The pair of frames 1421 can be connected to each other using connecting rods 1422.

[0197] For example, the connecting rod 1422 may be provided on one side (e.g., the rear end) and / or the other side of the pair of frames 1421.

[0198] Thus, the pair of frames 1421 can be supported parallel to each other.

[0199] A protruding protrusion 14211 may be provided at one end of the frame 1421.

[0200] Each of the anti-detachment portions 1412 disposed on the panel portion 141 is provided with a protrusion engagement portion 14122 that allows the protrusions 14211 to be inserted and engaged respectively.

[0201] For example, the raised joint 14122 can be formed as an opening.

[0202] The bracket portion 142 and / or the panel portion 141 can be joined using connecting members.

[0203] A connecting member insertion portion 14212, which allows the connecting member (e.g., screw) to be inserted, may be provided on one side (e.g., the rear end) of the bracket portion 142 (frame).

[0204] For example, the connecting member can be threadedly engaged with the panel portion 141 (anti-detachment portion 1412) after the connecting member insertion portion 14212 of the bracket portion 142 is inserted.

[0205] Thus, the second region (e.g., the front region) of the panel portion 141 and / or the bracket portion 142 can be joined by the protrusion 14211 and the protrusion joint portion 14122, or the first region (e.g., the rear region) can be joined together by the joining member.

[0206] On the other hand, the shelf 140 may be provided with protruding connecting protrusions 1423.

[0207] In this embodiment, the shelf 140 can be implemented as a cantilever shape in which the combined protrusion 1423 provided in a first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf 140 supports the load.

[0208] For example, the pair of frames 1421 may be configured such that their height increases from one side (e.g., one end) toward the other side (e.g., the rear end).

[0209] For example, the connecting protrusion 1423 may be formed to be spaced apart from a portion of the frame 1421 (e.g., the rear end).

[0210] For example, the bonding protrusion 1423 may include a first bonding protrusion 14231 disposed on one side (e.g., the upper side) and / or a second bonding protrusion 14232 disposed spaced apart from one side (e.g., the lower side) of the first bonding protrusion 14231.

[0211] For example, the first engaging protrusion 14231 may include a protruding portion 142311 and / or a locking portion 142312 that bends downward from the end of the protruding portion 142311. The first engaging protrusion 14231 may be implemented in an inverted "L" shape.

[0212] The second bonding protrusion 14232 can be formed by protrusion.

[0213] The shelf 140 can be supported by the shelf support frame 170 disposed in the storage room 110.

[0214] Figure 13 yes Figure 7 A perspective view of the joint support frame and shelf support frame. Figure 14 yes Figure 13The front view of the joint support frame and shelf support frame. (See attached image.) Figures 13 to 14 As shown, in this embodiment, the shelf support frame 170 and the joint support frame 180 can be formed as one unit.

[0215] This reduces the number of individual internal component support members required to support the shelf support frame 170 and the joint support frame 180.

[0216] In this embodiment, for example, the connector support frame 180 may include a first section (e.g., a vertical section) 1801 disposed on both sides of the first storage chamber 1101 and / or a connecting section 1802 connecting a portion (e.g., the upper end) of the first section (e.g., the vertical section) 1801, and be implemented in an inverted "U" shape.

[0217] The shelf support frame 170 can be implemented as a rod shape having a relatively long length in one direction (e.g., the up-down direction).

[0218] The shelf support frames 170 may be configured as a pair and may be spaced apart from a portion (e.g., the rear end) of a pair of frames 1421 of the shelf 140.

[0219] The shelf support frame 170 may be configured to be combined with a portion of a first section (e.g., a vertical section) 1801 of the joint support frame 180.

[0220] For example, the connector support frame 180 may be configured to include a first pressure surface 181 for pressurizing the connector 150 and / or a second pressure surface 182 bent from one side of the first pressure surface 181.

[0221] For example, the joint support frame 180 can be implemented as an "L" cross-sectional shape.

[0222] Each of the first section (e.g., vertical section) 1801 and the connecting section 1802 of the joint support frame 180 may be configured to include the first pressure surface 181 and the second pressure surface 182.

[0223] Here, the first pressurizing surface 181 can be arranged along one direction of the storage chamber 110 (first storage chamber 1101). The second pressurizing surface 182 can be configured to be arranged along one direction of the storage chamber 110 (first storage chamber 1101).

[0224] Specifically, the first pressure surface 181 may be connected to the first heat insulation part 151 and / or the connecting heat insulation part 154 of the connector 150.

[0225] Therefore, the first heat insulation part 151 and / or the connecting heat insulation part 154 of the connector 150 can be pressed by the first pressure surface 181 and tightly attached to the second panel 102.

[0226] The second pressure surface 182 can be connected to the second heat insulation part 152 of the connector 150.

[0227] Therefore, it is possible to prevent the second heat insulation part 152 from being separated from the first panel 101.

[0228] For example, a curved end 1811 that bends parallel to the partition wall 105 may be provided on a portion (e.g., the lower end) of the first pressurized surface 181.

[0229] The connector support frame 180 may be configured to allow a portion (e.g., the lower end) to connect to the bottom surface of the first storage compartment 1101 and / or another portion (e.g., the upper end) to be positioned close to the top surface (third panel 103) of the first storage compartment 1101.

[0230] The side (second pressure surface 182) of the joint support frame 180 can be configured to connect with the second heat insulation part 152 of the joint 150.

[0231] The first section (e.g., the vertical section) 1801 of the joint support frame 180 can be respectively disposed at the corners of the first heat insulation portion 151 and the second heat insulation portion 152 of the joint 150. The connection section 1802 can be disposed at the corners of the connection heat insulation portion 154 and the third heat insulation portion 153.

[0232] Specifically, the first pressurized surface 181 of the first interval (e.g., the vertical interval) 1801 may be connected to the first heat insulation part 151 and / or the second pressurized surface 182 of the first interval (e.g., the vertical interval) 1801 may be connected to the second heat insulation part 152.

[0233] The first pressure surface 181 of the connection section 1802 can be connected to the connection insulation part 154 of the connector 150. The second pressure surface 182 of the connection section 1802 can be connected to the third insulation part 153.

[0234] The joint support frame 180 may include a joint portion 183 that engages with the partition wall 105.

[0235] The joint 183 of the connector support frame 180 can be configured as a portion of the corners on both sides of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0236] For example, the joint 183 can be implemented in the shape of a triangular plate.

[0237] The joint 183 is configured such that one side is parallel to the first panel 101 and the other side is parallel to the second panel 102.

[0238] One side (one side) of the joint 183 may be connected to a portion (e.g., the lower end) of the second pressure surface 182. The other side (the other side) of the joint 183 is connected to a portion (e.g., the lower end) of the first pressure surface 181 (bent end 1811).

[0239] Here, the joint 183 can be configured to be parallel to the partition wall 105.

[0240] The connecting portion 183 can be connected to the partition wall 105.

[0241] For example, the joint 183 can be engaged with the partition wall 105.

[0242] Therefore, a portion of the joint support frame 180 can be integrated with the partition wall 105.

[0243] A portion of the joint support frame 180 can be supported by the support bracket 210 disposed on the third panel 103.

[0244] The support bracket 210 can be arranged in the central area of ​​the third panel 103 along one direction of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0245] In this embodiment, a portion of the joint support frame 180 can be combined with and supported by the partition wall 105. Another portion of the joint support frame 180 can be supported by the support bracket 210, thereby significantly reducing the number of individual internal component support members used to support the joint support frame 180.

[0246] On the other hand, for example, the shelf support frame 170 includes an insertion surface 1701 with an insertion hole 1702 for inserting the connecting protrusion 1423 of the shelf 140, and a connecting surface 1703 provided on the insertion surface 1701 and connected to the connector 150 and / or a connecting surface 1705 connecting the insertion surface 1701 and the connecting surface 1703.

[0247] For example, the connecting surface 1705 may be configured to face the second pressure surface 182 of the first section (e.g., the vertical section) 1801 of the connector support frame 180.

[0248] For example, the connecting surface 1705 may be configured in the first storage compartment 1101.

[0249] For example, the connecting surface 1703 can be configured to bend away from the first panel 101 from a portion (e.g., the rear end) of the connecting surface 1705 along one direction of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0250] That is, the connecting surface 1703 extends from the connecting surface 1705 toward the center of the second panel 102 (e.g., the center in the left-right direction) along one direction of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0251] A through hole 1704 formed by penetrating the plate surface can be provided on the two connecting surfaces 1703.

[0252] Although not specifically illustrated in the accompanying drawings, for example, when the internal component support member is provided on the second panel 102, the through hole 1704 can accommodate the bolts that are attached to the internal component support member.

[0253] For example, the through hole 1704 can be implemented as a plurality of spaced holes.

[0254] The insertion surface 1701 is configured to be bent from one end of the connecting surface 1705 toward the first panel 101 along one direction of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0255] Thus, the insertion surface 1701 is configured to face the first pressure surface 181 of the connector support frame 180.

[0256] The insertion hole 1702 is formed to be separated from the insertion surface 1701.

[0257] One side of the insertion surface 1701 can be combined with the connector support frame 180.

[0258] Specifically, the end of the insertion surface 1701 can be coupled to the end of the second pressure surface 182 of the connector support frame 180.

[0259] Thus, the joint support frame 180 and the shelf support frame 170 form a rectangular cross-section after being combined.

[0260] The load of the shelf 140, which is coupled to the insertion surface 1701 of the shelf support frame 170, can be distributed and supported by the first pressure surface 181 of the joint support frame 180 and / or the connecting surfaces 1703.

[0261] According to this configuration, after the first engaging protrusion 14231 is inserted into the insertion hole 1702 of the shelf support frame 170, the locking portion 142312 can be connected to the back side of a portion of the insertion hole 1702 (e.g., the lower side frame) to prevent the locking portion 142312 from disengaging.

[0262] After the first engaging protrusion 14231 is inserted into the insertion hole 1702, the second engaging protrusion 14232 can be inserted into the insertion hole 1702, thereby suppressing the movement of the shelf 140.

[0263] On the other hand, a multi-pipe cover 190 is provided in a first region (e.g., the rear region) of the first storage chamber 1101, which surrounds the surface of the multi-pipe 160.

[0264] In this embodiment, for example, the multi-pipe cover 190 can be configured as a rectangular plate to form the rear wall of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0265] Specifically, the multi-pipe cover 190 may be configured to be connected to the first panel 101.

[0266] A portion (e.g., the lower end) of the multi-pipe cover 190 may be configured to connect to the partition wall 105 and / or a portion (e.g., the upper end) may be configured to be close to the third panel 103.

[0267] The two side regions of the multi-pipe cover 190 can be formed to protrude from the central region in one direction along the first storage chamber 1101.

[0268] Specifically, for example, the multi-pipe cover 190 may include a multi-pipe cover body 1901 disposed on the multi-pipe 160 and / or protrusions 1902 formed on both sides of the multi-pipe cover body 1901.

[0269] The protrusions 1902 are disposed on the second heat insulation portion 152 of the connector 150, the connector support frame 180 and / or the shelf support frame 170.

[0270] The multi-pipe cover body 1901 is configured to be disposed on one side of the connecting two surfaces 1703 of the shelf support frame 170.

[0271] The multi-pipe cover 190 includes a connecting portion 1903 that connects the multi-pipe cover body 1901 and each of the protrusions 1902.

[0272] Each of the connecting portions 1903 is formed to be inclined.

[0273] The connecting part 1903 is configured to be inclined to the two connecting surfaces 1703 of the shelf support frame 170.

[0274] Each protrusion 1902 of the multi-pipe cover 190 is provided with a through portion 1904, which is formed to expose the insertion hole 1702 of the shelf support frame 170 to the outside.

[0275] The through section 1904 is formed to have a relatively long length.

[0276] Figure 15 In order to explain Figure 5 The diagram schematically illustrates the connection relationship between the internal joint support frame and support bracket of the refrigerator body. Figure 16 It is magnification Figure 15 The main view of the support bracket area. Figure 17 yes Figure 16 A three-dimensional diagram showing the connection between the support bracket and the internal component support structure. Figure 18 yes Figure 16 An enlarged view of the joint area between the support bracket and the joint support frame. Figure 19 yes Figure 18 Side view of the support bracket and joint support frame. Figure 20 yes Figure 19 A side view showing the separation of the support bracket and the internal component support members.

[0277] Refer to together Figure 6 and Figures 15 to 17 The refrigerator body 100 may be provided with a support bracket 210 capable of supporting the connector support frame 180.

[0278] For example, such as Figure 16 and Figure 17 As shown, the support bracket 210 may be configured to include a joint portion 2101 that is combined with the third panel 103, a connecting portion 2102 that is connected to the joint support frame 180, and a connecting portion 2103 that connects the joint portion 2101 and the connecting portion 2102.

[0279] The joint portion 2101 can be configured to be parallel to the third panel 103.

[0280] The connecting part 2102 can be configured to connect to the bottom surface of the second pressure surface 182 of the connector support frame 180.

[0281] The connecting part 2103 can be configured on the joint support frame 180.

[0282] Specifically, the connecting part 2103 can be disposed in the connecting section 1802 of the connector support frame 180.

[0283] The surface of the connecting part 2103 can be connected to one end of the second pressure surface 182 of the connecting section 1802 of the joint support frame 180.

[0284] This prevents a portion (e.g., the upper end) (connection section 1802) of the connector support frame 180 from being separated from the second panel 102.

[0285] In this embodiment, for example, such as Figure 18 As shown, the connecting portion 2102 can be configured to have a width corresponding to the width of the second pressure surface 182 of the connector support frame 180.

[0286] The connecting portion 2103 may be configured to have a width corresponding to the thickness of the third heat insulation portion 153 of the connector 150.

[0287] The joining portion 2101 may be configured to have a width that is greater than that of the connecting portion 2102.

[0288] Here, the connecting portion 2102 has a minimum width, and the connecting portion 2103 has a width greater than that of the connecting portion 2102. The joining portion 2101 may be configured to have a width greater than that of the connecting portion 2103.

[0289] On the other hand, an internal component support member 220 may be provided between the support bracket 210 and the third panel 103.

[0290] For example, such as Figure 19 and Figure 20 As shown, the internal component support member 220 may include a plate 2201 that is coupled to the storage compartment 110 and bolts 2202 protruding from the plate 2201 to form a so-called "bolt plate".

[0291] The bolts 2202 can be implemented as a plurality of bolts spaced apart along the length of the plate 2201.

[0292] In this embodiment, three bolts 2202 are used, but this is only an example and is not a limitation.

[0293] In this embodiment, the internal component support member 220 is illustrated in combination with the third panel 103 to connect the support bracket 210 to the third panel 103, but this is merely an example and not a limitation. The internal component support member 220 may also be combined with the inner wall of the storage compartment 110 (the first panel 101, the second panel 102, the third panel 103, and / or the fourth panel 104) to support other components.

[0294] The plate 2201 of the internal component support member 220 can have a relatively thin thickness.

[0295] The plate 2201 of the internal component support member 220 can be formed to have a thickness that is thinner than that of the support bracket 210.

[0296] The plate 2201 of the internal component support member 220 can be combined with the first plate 1301 of the third panel 103.

[0297] For example, the plate 2201 of the internal component support member 220 can be bonded to the first plate 1301 of the third panel 103 using an adhesive.

[0298] For example, the plate 2201 of the internal component support member 220 can be joined to the first plate 1301 of the third panel 103 by means of welding (laser welding).

[0299] The bolts 2202 of the internal component support member 220 are configured to include external threads.

[0300] A bolt hole 21011 can be formed in the joint 2101 of the support bracket 210 to accommodate the bolt 2202.

[0301] The bolt holes 21011 of the support bracket 210 can be formed to be spaced apart along the length direction of the joint 2101 corresponding to the bolts 2202.

[0302] According to this configuration, the second panel 102, the third panel 103, the first panel 101, and the fourth panel 104 can be assembled to form the storage chamber 110. The third panel 103 can be disposed at one end of the second panel 102. The first panel 101 can be attached to both sides of the second panel 102. The fourth panel 104 can be attached to a portion (e.g., the lower end) of the second panel 102 and the first panel 101. A partition wall 105 capable of separating the storage chamber 110 can be attached inside the first panel 101 and the second panel 102.

[0303] The connector 150 can be combined to block the corners of the second panel 102, the first panel 101, and the third panel 103.

[0304] The joint support frame 180 may be attached to the surface of the joint 150.

[0305] One end of the joint support frame 180 can be connected to the partition wall 105. The other end of the joint support frame 180 can be supported by the support bracket 210.

[0306] The multi-pipe 160 may be joined between the first heat insulation portions 151 of the connector 150. The multi-pipe cap 190 may be joined to one side of the connector 150 and / or the multi-pipe 160.

[0307] On the other hand, the shelf 140 may be incorporated into the interior of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0308] In the shelf 140, the first engagement protrusion 14231 can engage with the insertion hole 1702 of the shelf support frame 170 exposed through the through portion 1904 of the multi-pipe cover 190.

[0309] With each shelf 140 connected to a portion (e.g., the lower side frame) of the first connecting protrusion 14231, the second connecting protrusion 14232 of each shelf 140 can be inserted into the lower connecting hole 1702.

[0310] The following is for reference Figures 21 to 25 Another embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0311] Figure 21 This is a front view showing the shelf area of ​​a refrigerator according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 22 It is shown Figure 21 A top cross-sectional view of the shelves in their assembled state. Figure 23 yes Figure 22 Enlarged view of the main parts Figure 24 yes Figure 22 A variation of the second panel, Figure 25 yes Figure 24 Enlarged view of the main parts Figure 26 yes Figure 22 A variation of the second panel, Figure 27 yes Figure 26 Enlarged view of the main parts Figure 28 yes Figure 22 A variation of the second panel, Figure 29 yes Figure 28 Enlarged view of the main parts. (See image below.) Figures 21 to 23As shown, the refrigerator in this embodiment includes a refrigerator body 100a, a shelf 140, a connector 150a and / or a shelf support frame 170a.

[0312] The refrigerator body 100a can be roughly rectangular in shape.

[0313] As described above, the refrigerator body 100a of this embodiment is configured to include a partition wall 105 separating the storage compartment 110, a first storage compartment 1101 disposed on one side of the partition wall 105, and / or a second storage compartment 1102 disposed on the other side of the partition wall 105.

[0314] For example, the refrigerator body 100a may include a first panel 101 disposed on both sides of the storage compartment 110, a second panel 102a disposed on the storage compartment 110, and a third panel 103 disposed on one side (e.g., the upper side) of the storage compartment 110.

[0315] The first panel 101, the second panel 102a and the third panel 103 are assembled to be perpendicular (right angle) to each other.

[0316] Connectors 150a may be provided at the corners of the boundaries of the second panel 102a and the first panel 101, the corners of the boundaries of the second panel 102a and the third panel 103, and the corners of the boundaries of the first panel 101 and the third panel 103.

[0317] This prevents cold air from leaking through the corners of the second panel 102a, the first panel 101, and the third panel 103.

[0318] For example, the connector 150a may be configured with a heat-insulating member.

[0319] Therefore, it is possible to effectively suppress the leakage of cold air through the corners of the storage chamber 110.

[0320] In this embodiment, for example, the connector 150a may include a first connecting portion 1501, a second connecting portion 1502, a connecting portion 1503 connecting the first connecting portion 1501 and the second connecting portion 1502, and / or a filling portion 1504 filling the interior (hollow space) of at least one of the first connecting portion 1501, the second connecting portion 1502 and the connecting portion 1503.

[0321] Here, for example, the first connecting portion 1501, the second connecting portion 1502 and / or the connecting portion 1503 may be configured as right-angled triangles formed by plate-shaped synthetic resin components.

[0322] Hollow spaces with right-angled triangular cross-sections can be formed inside the first connecting portion 1501, the second connecting portion 1502, and the connecting portion 1503. The hollow spaces can be filled with the foaming liquid of the heat insulation component and foamed to form the filling portion 1504.

[0323] In this embodiment, for example, in the connector 150a, the connector 150a disposed at the corner of the boundary constituting the second panel 102a and the first panel 101 can be referred to as the "vertical connector".

[0324] At least one of the first panel 101, the second panel 102a, and the third panel 103 comprises a first plate 1301 disposed toward the storage chamber 110, a second plate 1302 spaced apart from the first plate 1301 and forming a vacuum space portion 1303 with the first plate 1301, a sealing portion 13012 sealing the first plate 1301 and the second plate 1302, and / or a support member 1304 supporting the first plate 1301 and the second plate 1302, and is constituted by a vacuum insulation body 130.

[0325] In this embodiment, although not specifically illustrated in the accompanying drawings, as described above, a fourth panel 104 may be provided on one side (e.g., the lower side) of the first panel 101 and the second panel 102a.

[0326] For example, the fourth panel 104 may be composed of a vacuum insulation 130 with the same structure as the first panel 101, the second panel 102a and the third panel 103.

[0327] As another embodiment, the fourth panel 104 can be implemented as a thermal insulation component (e.g., polyurethane foam).

[0328] A multi-duct 160 is provided in a first area (e.g., the rear area) of the first storage chamber 1101 to supply cold air to the first storage chamber 1101.

[0329] The multi-pipe 160 can be located in the central area behind the first storage chamber 1101.

[0330] A multi-pipe cover 190a may be provided on one side of the multi-pipe 160 to surround the multi-pipe 160.

[0331] For example, the multi-pipe cover 190a can be configured to form the rear wall of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0332] The multi-pipe cover 190a can be made into a rectangular plate shape.

[0333] The multi-pipe cover 190a can be configured to be spaced apart from the second panel 102a of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0334] For example, the multi-pipe cover 190a is spaced apart from the second panel 102a, thus a component mounting space can be formed between the second panel 102a and the multi-pipe cover 190a. The connector 150a, the multi-pipe 160, and / or the shelf support frame 170a can be mounted in the component mounting space.

[0335] The two ends of the multi-pipe cover 190a can be configured to be connected to the first panel 101 respectively along one direction of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0336] According to this configuration, the second panel 102a can be visually blocked by the multi-pipe cover 190a.

[0337] For example, a cold air outlet 191 may be formed through the multi-pipe cover 190a, and the cold air outlet 191 is connected to the cold air outlet hole of the multi-pipe 160.

[0338] Shelves 140 may be provided in the first storage room 1101.

[0339] For example, at least two shelves 140 may be arranged separately in the storage compartment 110 (first storage compartment 1101).

[0340] The cold air outlet 191 of the multi-pipe cover 190a can be formed at a height corresponding to the shelf 140.

[0341] The shelf 140 has a similar Figures 9 to 12 The aforementioned shelf 140 has the same structure, so a detailed description will be omitted.

[0342] On the other hand, in this embodiment, the shelf 140 can be supported by the shelf support frame 170a.

[0343] The shelf support frame 170a may be formed of metal components to support the load of the shelf 140.

[0344] In this embodiment, the shelf support frame 170a can be disposed on the second panel 102a.

[0345] The shelf support frame 170a can be implemented as a pair spaced apart along one direction of the first storage chamber 1101.

[0346] like Figure 23As shown, the shelf support frame 170a includes an insertion surface 1701 with an insertion hole 1702 for inserting the connecting protrusion 1423 of the shelf 140, a side surface 1703a bent from one side (e.g., both sides) of the insertion surface 1701, and / or a connecting surface 1704a bent from the side surface 1703a and connected to the second panel 102a.

[0347] Each shelf support frame 170a can be respectively configured on the multi-pipe cover 190a.

[0348] The multi-pipe cover 190a may be provided with through portions 192 that allow the insertion holes 1702 of the shelf support frame 170a to be exposed to the outside.

[0349] Each through portion 192 can be implemented as a rectangular shape having a relatively long length in one direction (e.g., the vertical direction).

[0350] In this embodiment, the two connecting surfaces 1704a can be configured to have different widths.

[0351] The connecting surfaces 1704a may include a second connecting surface 17041a extending in a first direction (right side in the figure) based on the side surface 1703a and / or a first connecting surface 17042a extending in a second direction toward the storage room 110.

[0352] In this embodiment, for example, the second connecting surface 17041a may be configured such that the width along one direction (e.g., left-right direction) of the storage chamber 110 (first storage chamber 1101) is greater than the width of the first connecting surface 17042a.

[0353] In this embodiment, a region where the connector 150a can be inserted can be between the first connecting surface 17042a of the shelf support frame 170a and the second panel 102a.

[0354] This allows for the suppression of direct connection between the first connecting surfaces 17042a of the shelf support frame 170a and the second panel 102a (first panel 1301).

[0355] According to this configuration, heat transfer between the first connecting surfaces 17042a of the shelf support frame 170a and the second panel 102a can be suppressed.

[0356] An extension 15011 is provided in the first connecting portion 1501 of the connector 150a, extending in a direction away from the first panel 101.

[0357] The extension 15011 can be inserted between the second panel 102a and the shelf support frame 170a (first connecting two surfaces 17042a).

[0358] An internal component support member 220a is provided in the connection area between the shelf support frame 170a and the second panel 102a to support the shelf support frame 170a.

[0359] Specifically, the internal component support member 220a may be provided between the second connecting surface 17041a of the shelf support frame 170a and the second panel 102a.

[0360] As described above, the internal component support member 220a may be configured as a plate 2201 that is coupled to the second panel 102a and / or a bolt 2202 protruding from the plate 2201.

[0361] For example, the plate 2201 may be formed from a metal component.

[0362] For example, the plate 2201 can be implemented as a rectangular plate shape.

[0363] For example, the bolt 2202 may have a rod shape and be formed with an external thread 22021.

[0364] One end of the bolt 2202 can be engaged with the surface of the plate 2201.

[0365] A bolt hole 17041a is formed through the second connecting surface 17041a of the shelf support frame 170a, through which the bolt 2202 can pass.

[0366] The bolt holes 170411a and the second connecting surfaces 17041a are formed in a plurality of a manner that are separated from each other.

[0367] Although not shown in the accompanying drawings, the bolts 2202 of the internal component support member 220a may be fitted with nuts. Thus, the shelf support frame 170a can be integrated with the second panel 102a.

[0368] On the other hand, in this embodiment, the support member 1304 of the second panel 102a is configured to include at least two rods 13041 spaced apart from each other between the first plate 1301 and the second plate 1302.

[0369] One end of each of the at least two rods 13041 may be connected to the first plate 1301, and the other end may be connected to the second plate 1302.

[0370] Thus, the first plate 1301 and the second plate 1302 are supported by the at least two rods 13041, thereby preventing them from getting close to each other.

[0371] In this embodiment, one or more rods may be configured in the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame 170a and / or the first region (e.g., the rear region) 1021a of the internal component support member 220a (hereinafter referred to as "the first region (e.g., the rear region) 1021a of the shelf support frame 170a").

[0372] Here, the first region (e.g., the rear region) 1021a of the shelf support frame 170a may refer to the area between the ends of the two connecting surfaces 1704a that are connected by the shelf support frame 170a and the second panel 102a and allow the load of the shelf 140 to act directly on it.

[0373] Therefore, it is possible to suppress the deformation and / or damage to the second panel 102a caused by the load of the shelf 140.

[0374] In this embodiment, as Figure 23 As shown, an example is illustrated where two rods are configured in the first region (e.g., the rear region) 1021a of the shelf support frame 170a, but this is only an example and is not a limitation.

[0375] On the other hand, such as Figure 24 and Figure 25 As shown, the second panel 102b is configured as a strength-enhancing region 1305 in which the density of the rods 13041 in the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame 170a is greater than the density of the rods 13041 in the surrounding region.

[0376] Therefore, it is possible to suppress the deformation of the second panel 102b caused by the load of the shelf 140.

[0377] The second panel 102b of this embodiment can be applied to situations where the shelf 140 has a relatively large capacity.

[0378] Therefore, deformation of the second panel 102b caused by the increased load of the shelf 140 can be effectively suppressed.

[0379] In this embodiment, the rods 13041 disposed in the first region (e.g., the rear region) (the strength reinforcement section 1305) of the shelf support frame 170a can be formed to have the same shape and size as the rods 13041 disposed in the peripheral region, and the spacing of the rods 13041 can be reduced.

[0380] On the other hand, such as Figure 26 and Figure 27 As shown, the second panel 102c can be configured such that the density of the rods 13041 in the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame 170a is configured to be a heat transfer suppression zone 1306 with a density of rods 13041 lower than that in the surrounding region.

[0381] With this configuration, the formation of a heat transfer path between the shelf support frame 170a and the second plate 1302 of the second panel 102c can be suppressed.

[0382] Therefore, cold air leakage caused by the arrangement of the shelf support frame 170a can be suppressed. Conversely, heat inflow from the outside of the refrigerator body 100a to the inside of the first storage compartment 1101 caused by the connection between the second plate 1302 of the second panel 102c and the shelf support frame 170a can be suppressed.

[0383] In this embodiment, no rod 13041 is provided in the heat transfer suppression zone 1306.

[0384] In this embodiment, the case where the rod 13041 is not provided in the heat transfer suppression zone 1306 is illustrated, but this is only an example and is not limited thereto.

[0385] As another embodiment, the heat transfer suppression zone 1306 may also be configured to have rods 13041 having a larger spacing than the spacing of the rods 13041 in the surrounding region.

[0386] In this embodiment, the length (e.g., the width in the left-right direction) of the heat transfer suppression zone 1306 along one direction (e.g., the left-right direction) of the refrigerator body 100a is illustrated as being greater than the width in one direction (e.g., the left-right direction) of the shelf support frame 170a, but this is only an example and is not limited thereto.

[0387] On the other hand, such as Figure 28 and Figure 29 As shown, the second panel 102d is composed of a first rod 130411 and a second rod 130412 having different thicknesses from each other.

[0388] In this embodiment, the first rod 130411 is configured to have a first thickness D1, and the second rod 130412 is configured to have a second thickness D2 that is thicker than the first thickness D1.

[0389] The second rod 130412 is disposed in the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame 170a.

[0390] Here, the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame 170a where the second rod 130412 is provided can be referred to as the "strength-strengthening region 1307" in terms of the support strength being enhanced by the second rod 130412.

[0391] The first rod 130411 is disposed in the remaining area of ​​the second panel 102d, except for the first area (e.g., the rear area) (strength reinforcement section 1307) of the shelf support frame 170a.

[0392] Therefore, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of deformation and / or damage to the first region (e.g., the rear region) of the shelf support frame 170a caused by the load of the shelf 140.

[0393] The above description illustrates and describes specific embodiments of the present invention. However, the present invention can be implemented in various forms without departing from its concept or essential characteristics, and therefore, the embodiments described above should not be limited to the specific content used to implement the invention.

[0394] Even embodiments not listed in the detailed description above should be interpreted broadly within the scope of the technical concept defined in the appended claims. Furthermore, all modifications and variations included within the technical scope of the foregoing claims and their equivalents should fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0395] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1: Refrigerator 2: Main unit 3: Door 4: Compressor 5: Condenser 6: Expander 7: Evaporator 8: Mechanical Chamber 9: Enclosure 10: Vacuum insulation 10a: First vacuum insulation element; 10b: Second vacuum insulation element 11: First Board 11a: First Part 11b: Part Two; 11c: Extended Part 11d: Branch 12: Second Board 12a: Part One 12b: Part Two 12c: Part Three; 12d: Extended Part 12e: Branch 13: Third Board 14: Side panel 14a: Part 1 14b: Part Two; 14c: Extended Part 14d: Branch section; 15: Vacuum space section 16: Vacuum space extension section 16a: X-direction extension section 16b: Y-direction extension; 17: Connecting frame 18: Sealing part; 19: Supporting component 20: Rod 21: Connecting plate 22: Support plate 23: Radiation-resistant sheet 24: Shielding part; 26: Anti-conduction sheet 28: Additional insulation 29a: Central insulation 29b: Peripheral insulation 30: Joint 31: Port; 32: Pipeline 33: Membrane 34: Porous material 100, 100a: Refrigerator body; 101: First panel 102, 102a, 102b, 102c, 102d: Second panel 1021a: First area (e.g., rear area) 103: Third panel 104: Fourth Panel 105: Divider Wall 110: Storage Room 1101: First Storage Room 1102: Second Storage Room 120: Door 1201: Door to the first storage room; 1202: Door to the second storage room. 130: Vacuum insulation body; 1301: First plate 13011: Bending section; 13012: Sealing section 1302: Second board 1303: Third board 1304: Support component; 13041: Rod 130411: First shot 130412: Second shot 1305, 1307: Intensity Enhancement Zone 1306: Heat transfer inhibition region 140: Shelf 141: Panel 1411: Main body; 1412: Anti-detachment part 14121: Insertion part; 14122: Protruding insertion part 142: Bracket section; 1421: Frame 14211: Protrusion; 14212: Insertion part of connecting component 142121: Through hole; 1422: Connecting rod 1423: Connecting protrusion; 14231: First connecting protrusion 142311: Protruding part; 142312: Locking part 14232: Second joint protrusions 150, 150a: Connector 1501: First connecting part; 15011: Extension part 1502: Second connecting part; 1503: Connecting part 1504: Filler section; 151: First heat insulation section 152: Second heat insulation section; 153: Third heat insulation section 154: Connection insulation section; 155: Multi-pipe housing space 156: Spacer; 160: Multi-pipe 170, 170a: Shelf support frame 1701: Insertion surface; 1702: Insertion hole 1703, 1704a: Connecting two sides; 1703a: Side side 1704, 170411a: Through hole 17041a: Second connecting two surfaces; 17042a: First connecting two surfaces 180: Joint support frame 1801: First interval (e.g., vertical interval) 1802: Connecting interval 181: First pressure surface; 1811: Bending end 182: Second pressure surface; 183: Joint. 190, 190a: Multi-pipe cover 1901: Multi-pipe cover body; 1902: Protrusion. 1903: Connecting part; 1904, 192: Through part 191: Cold air outlet 210: Support bracket 2101: Joint 2102: Connection 2103: Connecting part 220: Internal component support structure 2201: Plate; 2202: Bolt 22021: External thread section 624: Insertion slot.

Claims

1. A refrigerator, wherein, include: The main body has a storage room inside; Shelves are installed inside the storage room; A shelf support frame supports the shelf.

2. The refrigerator according to claim 15, wherein, The connector includes: The first heat insulation portion is disposed on both sides of the second panel; and The second heat insulation portion is bent from the first heat insulation portion to contact the first panel; The shelf support frame is spaced apart from the second panel. The first heat insulation part is provided between the shelf support frame and the second panel.

3. The refrigerator according to claim 2, wherein, The length of the first heat insulation part is longer than the length of the second heat insulation part.

4. The refrigerator according to claim 2, wherein, A protruding connecting protrusion is provided in the rear region of the shelf. The shelf support frame includes: The insertion surface is provided with an insertion hole for inserting the connecting protrusion; A contact surface is disposed on the insertion surface and contacts the connector; and A connecting surface that connects the insertion surface and the contact surface; The contact surface bends away from the connecting surface in a direction away from the first panel.

5. The refrigerator according to claim 4, wherein, The length between the first panel and the insertion surface is longer than the length between the first panel and the shelf.

6. The refrigerator according to claim 4, wherein, The connector also includes a connecting heat insulation part that connects to the first heat insulation part.

7. The refrigerator according to claim 6, wherein, The connector also includes a third heat insulation portion that is bent from the connecting heat insulation portion to contact the third panel.

8. The refrigerator according to claim 7, wherein, Includes a connector support frame that contacts the connector and pressurizes and supports the connector to the second panel.

9. The refrigerator according to claim 8, wherein, The joint support frame and the shelf support frame are integrated.

10. The refrigerator according to claim 9, wherein, The joint support frame includes: The first pressure surface applies pressure to the joint; and The second pressure surface bends from one side of the first pressure surface; The first pressurizing surface contacts the first heat insulation part and the connecting heat insulation part, and the second pressurizing surface contacts the second heat insulation part. The first pressure surface is configured to face the insertion surface of the shelf support frame, and the second pressure surface is configured to face the connection surface of the shelf support frame.

11. The refrigerator according to claim 10, wherein, This includes a support bracket disposed on the third panel and supporting the upper end of the joint support frame.

12. The refrigerator according to claim 15, wherein, Each of the first panel, the second panel, and the third panel is composed of a vacuum insulation element, the vacuum insulation element comprising: The first panel is positioned facing the storage room; The second plate is separated from the first plate and forms a vacuum space with the first plate; The sealing part seals the first plate and the second plate; and A support member that supports the first plate and the second plate.

13. The refrigerator according to claim 15, wherein, The connector includes: The first and second contact portions are perpendicular to each other; The connecting part connects the first contact part and the second contact part; and A filling portion, which fills the interior of the first contact portion, the second contact portion, and the connecting portion; The connector is configured such that the first contact portion contacts the second panel, and the second contact portion contacts the first panel. The shelf support frame is disposed between the first contact portions.

14. The refrigerator according to claim 15, wherein, A protruding connecting protrusion is provided in the rear region of the shelf. The shelf support frame includes: The insertion surface is provided with an insertion hole for inserting the connecting protrusion; Both sides are curved from both sides of the insertion surface; and The contact surface bends from the two sides and contacts the second panel.

15. The refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein, The main body includes a first panel disposed on a first side of the storage room, a second panel disposed on a second side of the storage room, and a third panel disposed on a third side of the storage room. It also includes joints formed by thermal insulation components that block the corners of the boundaries between the first panel and the second panel. The shelf support frame is connected to the second panel by being separated from the corner.

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