Refrigerator

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a refrigerator, belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and aims to solve the technical problem of high difficulty of a production process in related technologies. The refrigerator comprises an overturning beam, the overturning beam is rotatably arranged on a door body of the refrigerator, and the overturning beam comprises a first shell and a second shell which are spliced with each other; the first shell is provided with a first opening, the second shell is provided with a second opening, and the first opening and the second opening are oppositely arranged and are communicated with each other; the first shell is provided with at least one clamping block, and the clamping block is located in the first opening. In the direction close to or away from the side wall of the first shell, the clamping block and the first shell are arranged at an interval; the second shell is provided with at least one clamping part, and the clamping part is located in the second opening; in the direction close to or away from the side wall of the second shell, the clamping part and the second shell are arranged at an interval; and when the first shell and the second shell are mutually spliced, the clamping block is matched with the clamping part. The refrigerator can reduce the production process difficulty and reduce the production cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiments of the present application relate to the technical field of household appliances, and particularly to a refrigerator. Background Art

[0002] A refrigerator is a common household appliance that can keep food or other items at a constant low temperature. The refrigerator includes a box body and a door body movably arranged on the box body to close or open the accommodation cavity of the box body through the door body. A turning beam is arranged on the door body. When the door body is in a closed state, the turning beam can block the gap between the door body and the box body, improving the sealing performance of the accommodation cavity of the box body. However, the structure of the turning beam is complex, and the production process of the turning beam is difficult. Utility Model Content

[0003] The embodiments of the present application provide a refrigerator, which can solve the technical problems that the structure of the turning beam is complex and the production process of the turning beam is difficult.

[0004] In a first aspect, the embodiments of the present application provide a refrigerator, including a turning beam rotatably arranged on the door body of the refrigerator. The turning beam includes:

[0005] A first shell and a second shell spliced with each other; the first shell is provided with a first opening, and the second shell is provided with a second opening. The first opening and the second opening are arranged opposite to each other and communicate with each other;

[0006] The first shell is provided with at least one clamping block located inside the first opening; in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the first shell, the clamping block is spaced from the first shell;

[0007] The second shell is provided with at least one clamping portion located inside the second opening; in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the second shell, the clamping portion is spaced from the second shell; when the first shell and the second shell are spliced with each other, the clamping block cooperates with the clamping portion.

[0008] In the refrigerator of the embodiments of the present application, through the cooperation between the clamping block and the clamping portion, the firm fixation of the first shell and the second shell is realized, forming the overall structure of the turning beam. This fixing method makes the structure of the turning beam compact, stable and reliable. Moreover, the turning beam is convenient for manufacturing and assembling. The clamping block and the clamping portion are respectively arranged inside the first shell and the second shell, avoiding the exposure of the clamping block and the clamping portion, simplifying part of the structure of the turning beam, reducing the production process difficulty, improving the production efficiency and the finished product rate, and reducing the production cost. The clamping block and the clamping portion are respectively spaced from the first shell and the second shell, so that the clamping block and the clamping portion have a certain movement space, which can make up for the position deviation, reduce the assembly difficulty, and improve the assembly error tolerance and efficiency.

[0009] The uniform side wall thickness of the first housing and the second housing can also improve the structural strength and stability of the flip beam, avoiding stress concentration and deformation caused by uneven thickness. The uniform side wall thickness can ensure uniform filling of the mold during the injection molding process, avoiding uneven thickness and other surface defects, and reducing the production difficulty.

[0010] The connection surface of the first housing and the second housing is a plane, which can enhance the flip beam and sealing performance of the flip beam during splicing, reducing the risk of air leakage.

[0011] In some embodiments of the present application, when the first housing and the second housing are spliced with each other, the outer surface of the first housing is flush with the outer surface of the second housing, and the side wall of the first housing is flush with the side wall of the second housing;

[0012] The clamping block includes a clamping joint and a connecting portion, and the clamping joint is connected to the side wall of the first housing through the connecting portion;

[0013] When the first housing and the second housing are spliced with each other, the clamping joint is fixed to the clamping portion; in the direction close to or away from the side wall of the first housing, the connecting portion is located on the side of the clamping portion close to the side wall of the first housing.

[0014] The flush outer surface is a smooth transition of the outer surface, ensuring a flat appearance of the flip beam and enhancing the aesthetics of the refrigerator.

[0015] With such a setting, the first housing and the second housing can be accurately docked and clamped during splicing, reducing the processing difficulty and improving the splicing accuracy and stability.

[0016] In some embodiments of the present application, the extending direction of the connecting portion is parallel to the orientation of the first opening, and the distance between the connecting portion and the side wall of the first housing is less than or equal to millimeters.

[0017] This is to ensure the distance between the connecting portion and the side wall of the first housing, enhancing the fixing stability of the clamping block and the compactness between the clamping block and the first housing.

[0018] In some embodiments of the present application, the clamping portion is provided with a clamping groove;

[0019] When the first housing and the second housing are spliced with each other, at least a part of the clamping joint is inserted into the clamping groove.

[0020] With such a setting, the connection strength and stability between the first housing and the second housing can be improved.

[0021] In some embodiments of the present application, the connecting portion is provided as an elastic connecting portion, and the clamping joint approaches or moves away from the first housing through the elastic connecting portion;

[0022] The block is provided with a first guide surface, the first guide surface faces the first shell; in a direction away from the bottom surface of the first shell, the first guide surface gradually approaches the side wall of the first shell;

[0023] And / or, the clamping portion is provided with a second guide surface, the second guide surface faces the second shell; in a direction away from the bottom surface of the second shell, the second guide surface gradually moves away from the side wall of the second shell.

[0024] Such an arrangement reduces friction and resistance during the assembly process, avoids component damage due to forced assembly, and helps to improve assembly efficiency.

[0025] In some embodiments of the present application, the number of the card blocks is set to be multiple, the number of the clamping parts is set to be multiple, and the multiple card blocks are fixed to the multiple clamping parts;

[0026] Alternatively, the number of the clamping blocks is set to be multiple, the number of the clamping parts is set to be one, and the clamping part is fixed to the multiple clamping blocks.

[0027] Such an arrangement ensures that the first shell and the second shell have sufficient connection strength and stability, which can improve the sealing performance of the flip beam, reduce the loss of cold air, and improve the energy efficiency of the refrigerator.

[0028] In some embodiments of the present application, the flip beam is provided with a seal;

[0029] The first area of the sealing member is located between the clamping block and the first shell; and / or the second area of the sealing member is located between the clamping portion and the second shell.

[0030] This arrangement improves the sealing performance of the refrigerator.

[0031] In some embodiments of the present application, a groove is provided on the outer surface of the first shell, and a metal piece is provided in the groove;

[0032] The metal part includes a connecting fitting portion and an extending portion, wherein the extending portion abuts against the side wall of the groove; when the door body is in a closed state, the fitting portion is at least used to fit against the box body;

[0033] When the door body is in a closed state, the fitting portion is at least used to fit with the refrigerator body. The fitting portion and the body can effectively block the gap between the door body and the body, reduce the loss of cold air, and improve the sealing performance and energy efficiency of the refrigerator.

[0034] And / or, when the first shell and the second shell are spliced with each other, the first opening and the second opening together form a receiving groove; a thermal insulation component is arranged in the receiving groove, and in the direction close to or away from the side wall of the second shell, the thermal insulation component is located on the side of the clamping part away from the second shell.

[0035] With such a setting, the loss of cold air inside the box can be effectively prevented, and the heat preservation effect and energy efficiency of the refrigerator can be improved.

[0036] In some embodiments of the present application, the outer surfaces of the first housing and the second housing together form a flat portion and an arc portion;

[0037] In the extending direction of the flipping beam, the flat portion and the arc portion face away from each other, the arc portion is close to and connected to the door body, and the flat portion is away from the door body;

[0038] The number of the clamping blocks is set to be multiple, and the number of the clamping portions is set to be multiple;

[0039] The first part of the clamping blocks and the first part of the clamping portions are close to the flat portion, and the first part of the clamping blocks and the first part of the clamping portions are used in cooperation; the second part of the clamping blocks and the second part of the clamping portions are close to the arc portion, and the second part of the clamping blocks and the second part of the clamping portions are used in cooperation.

[0040] With such a setting, the sealing performance of the flipping beam at the flat portion and the arc portion is ensured.

[0041] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a refrigerator, including a flipping beam rotatably arranged on the door body of the refrigerator, and the flipping beam includes a first housing and a second housing spliced with each other;

[0042] The first housing is provided with at least one clamping block, and in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the first housing, the clamping block is spaced from the first housing; the second housing is provided with at least one clamping portion; in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the second housing, the clamping portion is spaced from the second housing;

[0043] The flipping beam is configured such that when the first housing and the second housing are spliced to form the flipping beam, the first opening of the first housing and the second opening of the second housing are oppositely arranged and communicated with each other, the clamping block is connected to the clamping portion, and the first housing and the second housing are fixed to each other through the connected clamping block and clamping portion. Description of the Drawings

[0044] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the implementation manners in the related art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required to be used in the description of the embodiments or the related art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are some embodiments of the present application. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can also be obtained according to these drawings.

[0045] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of the flipping beam according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0046] Figure 2 It is a schematic structural diagram of the first state of the first housing according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0047] Figure 3 Structural schematic diagram of the second housing of the embodiment of the present application;

[0048] Figure 4 Structural schematic diagram of the heat preservation member of the embodiment of the present application;

[0049] Figure 5 For Figure 1 Front view of the flipping beam in

[0050] Figure 6 For Figure 5 Full sectional view along A-A in

[0051] Figure 7 Structural schematic diagram of the second state of the first housing of the embodiment of the present application;

[0052] Figure 8 Structural schematic diagram of the metal member of the embodiment of the present application;

[0053] Figure 9 Front view of the first housing of the embodiment of the present application;

[0054] Figure 10 For Figure 9 Full sectional view along B-B in

[0055] Figure 11 Front view of the second housing of the embodiment of the present application;

[0056] Figure 12 For Figure 11 Full sectional view along C-C in

[0057] Figure 13 For Figure 6 Partial enlarged view of the A position in

[0058] Explanation of reference numerals:

[0059] 1 - Flipping beam;

[0060] 30 - Sealing member; 40 - Metal member; 60 - Heat preservation member;

[0061] 11 - First housing; 12 - Second housing; 31 - First region; 32 - Second region; 41 - Fitting portion; 42 - Extension portion;

[0062] 110 - First opening; 120 - Second opening; 130 - Accommodating groove; 140 - Flat portion; 150 - Arc portion;

[0063] 111 - Clamping block; 112 - Groove; 121 - Clamping portion;

[0064] 1110 - First guiding surface; 1111 - Snap joint; 1112 - Connecting portion; 1210 - Second guiding surface; 1211 - Snap groove. Detailed implementation manners

[0065] As described in the background art, in the related art, a refrigerator includes a box body and a door body movably disposed in the box body to close or open the storage space of the box body through the door body.

[0066] In the prior art, in order to prevent cold air from leaking at the gap between the door body and the box body, a turning beam is provided on the door body. When the door body is in the closed state, the turning beam can block the gap between the door body and the box body, improving the sealing performance of the storage space of the box body. With the opening and closing of the door body, the turning beam can be unfolded and retracted and rotate relative to the door body. However, the turning beam is usually formed by connecting several parts of the housing, and components such as torsion springs are provided inside the turning beam, and the connecting portion can only be provided on the outer side surface of the housing. This makes the structure of the turning beam complex and the production process of the turning beam difficult.

[0067] In view of this, in the refrigerator according to the embodiment of the present application, through the cooperation of the clamping block and the clamping portion, the firm fixation of the first housing and the second housing is achieved, forming the overall structure of the turning beam. This fixing method makes the structure of the turning beam compact, stable and reliable. Moreover, the turning beam is convenient for manufacturing and assembling. The clamping block and the clamping portion are respectively arranged inside the first housing and the second housing, avoiding the exposure of the clamping block and the clamping portion, simplifying part of the structure of the turning beam, reducing the production process difficulty, improving the production efficiency and the finished product rate, and reducing the production cost. The clamping block and the clamping portion are respectively arranged at intervals with the first housing and the second housing, enabling the clamping block and the clamping portion to have a certain movement space, which can compensate for the position deviation, reduce the assembly difficulty, and improve the assembly fault tolerance rate and efficiency.

[0068] To make the purpose, implementation manners and advantages of the present application clearer, the following will clearly and completely describe the exemplary implementation manners of the present application with reference to the accompanying drawings in the exemplary embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described exemplary embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments.

[0069] It should be noted that the brief description of the terms in the present application is only for the convenience of understanding the subsequent described implementation manners, rather than intending to limit the implementation manners of the present application. Unless otherwise specified, these terms should be understood in their ordinary and common meanings.

[0070] In addition, the terms "comprising" and "having" and any variations thereof are intended to cover but not exclude inclusion. For example, a product or device comprising a series of components does not necessarily have to be limited to those components clearly listed, but may include other components not clearly listed or inherent to these products or devices.

[0071] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by terms such as "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and thus should not be construed as a limitation to the present application.

[0072] Terms such as "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first", "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the present application, unless otherwise stated, the meaning of "a plurality" is two or more.

[0073] In the description of the present application, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "mounted", "connected", "coupled" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it may be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it may be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it may be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it may be the communication inside two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0074] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present application without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present application.

[0075] An embodiment of the present application provides a refrigerator, which includes a cabinet (not shown in the figure). The cabinet provides support for the refrigerator and protects the internal components, and can also provide a space for storing food ingredients.

[0076] Exemplarily, the cabinet generally includes parts such as an outer shell and an inner liner. The outer shell is the outermost layer of the refrigerator, responsible for protecting the internal equipment and heat insulation. The inner liner is the internal space of the refrigerator, used for storing food ingredients and beverages.

[0077] In some possible implementation manners, the refrigerator includes a door body. The door body is used to close the internal space of the cabinet to prevent cold air from leaking.

[0078] In some possible embodiments, the refrigerator may include a storage space (not shown in the figures), which is located inside the cabinet. The storage space is the space inside the refrigerator for storing food ingredients that need to be refrigerated or frozen. The storage space can extend the shelf life of food and maintain its freshness. The storage space of the refrigerator generally includes a refrigerating compartment and a freezing compartment.

[0079] In some possible embodiments, the refrigerator may include a refrigeration system (not shown in the figures), which can at least be used to supply cold air into the storage space. The refrigeration system includes a compressor, a condenser, a throttle valve, and an evaporator. The refrigerant circulates through the components of the refrigeration system to achieve the refrigeration effect.

[0080] Exemplarily, the main flow process of the refrigerant through each component is as follows: The refrigerant enters the condenser after passing through the compressor, enters the throttle valve after passing through the condenser, enters the evaporator after passing through the throttle valve, and then flows back to the compressor after passing through the evaporator.

[0081] The compressor compresses the refrigerant gas at low pressure and low temperature to form a high-temperature and high-pressure gas. Subsequently, the compressor discharges the compressed refrigerant gas, and the discharged refrigerant gas flows into the condenser. Then, the condenser condenses the compressed refrigerant into a liquid phase, and the heat is released to the surrounding environment through the condensation process. Next, the throttle valve expands the liquid-phase refrigerant in the high-temperature and high-pressure state in the condenser into a low-pressure liquid-phase refrigerant. Finally, the evaporator evaporates the refrigerant expanded in the throttle valve and returns the refrigerant gas in the low-temperature and low-pressure state to the compressor. The evaporator can utilize the heat exchange of the refrigerant to achieve the refrigeration effect.

[0082] In some possible embodiments, the refrigerator may include a seal and thermal insulation material (not shown in the figures) to ensure effective sealing when the door is closed and prevent cold air leakage.

[0083] In some possible embodiments, the refrigerator may include a thermostat and a control panel (not shown in the figures) to achieve the functions of setting and adjusting the temperatures of the refrigerating compartment and the freezing compartment.

[0084] Referring to Figure 1 As shown, the refrigerator includes a flipping beam 1. The flipping beam 1 can improve the sealing performance between the refrigerator door body and the cabinet body, reduce the loss of cold air inside the cabinet, and improve the energy efficiency of the refrigerator. The flipping beam 1 can fit the edge of the cabinet body when the door is closed, effectively closing the gap.

[0085] The flipping beam 1 is rotatably arranged on the door body of the refrigerator. The rotatable design of the flipping beam 1 allows it to automatically flip to the sealing position when the door is closed and automatically flip and fold when the door is opened, so that without additional operation, both the sealing performance can be ensured and it is convenient to use.

[0086] The flipping beam 1 includes a first housing 11 and a second housing 12 that are spliced together. The flipping beam 1 is divided into the first housing 11 and the second housing 12, which can simplify the structural design and manufacturing process, facilitate manufacturing, assembly, and subsequent maintenance, and reduce the production difficulty and cost of the flipping beam 1.

[0087] The splicing surface of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 is a plane, and the splicing surfaces of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 can be closely attached to reduce the loss of cold air from the splicing surface.

[0088] Exemplarily, the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 can be processed by an injection molding process, which ensures the splicing accuracy of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 and has high production efficiency.

[0089] Refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first housing 11 is provided with a first opening 110, and the second housing 12 is provided with a second opening 120. The design of the first opening 110 and the second opening 120 can reduce the overall weight of the flipping beam 1 without significantly reducing the structural strength, which is beneficial to the opening and closing operation of the door body.

[0090] The first opening 110 and the second opening 120 are oppositely arranged and communicate with each other. After being connected, the first opening 110 and the second opening 120 can be used for function expansion. For example, the connected first opening 110 and second opening 120 may be used for wiring or arranging other components, increasing the potential functions of the flipping beam 1.

[0091] Refer to Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, further, when splicing the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 to form the flipping beam 1, the first opening 110 of the first housing 11 and the second opening 120 of the second housing 12 are oppositely arranged and communicate with each other. After being connected, the first opening 110 and the second opening 120 jointly enclose a receiving groove 130. The receiving groove 130 can be used for setting some parts and fixing parts.

[0092] A heat preservation member 60 is arranged in the receiving groove 130. The heat preservation member 60 has good heat insulation performance. The heat preservation member 60 can effectively prevent the loss of cold air in the box body, and can improve the heat preservation effect and energy efficiency of the refrigerator. For example, the heat preservation member 60 can be made of foaming glue. The foaming glue has a low thermal conductivity, excellent heat preservation performance, and can improve the heat preservation effect of the refrigerator. The foaming glue also has characteristics such as good filling property, stable structure, and low density, and will not significantly increase the weight of the flipping beam 1, which is beneficial to maintaining the lightness of the refrigerator door body.

[0093] In some possible embodiments, the door body may be provided with a connecting member, and the connecting member is rotatably connected to the turning beam 1, so that the turning beam 1 and the door body rotate relative to each other.

[0094] In some possible embodiments, a torsion spring (not shown in the figure) is provided at the connection between the door body and the turning beam 1. The torsion spring can be disposed in the receiving groove 130. The first end of the torsion spring is connected to the inner wall of the turning beam 1, and the second end of the torsion spring is connected to the rotating member. The torsion spring can enable the rotating member to drive the turning beam 1 to automatically turn relative to the door body.

[0095] Refer to Figure 6 As shown, an accommodation groove 130 is formed inside after the outer surfaces of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are spliced. The spliced outer surfaces together form a flat portion 140 and an arc portion 150. The flat portion 140 and the arc portion 150 make the splicing of the outer surfaces of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 relatively smooth, making the overall appearance of the turning beam 1 more smooth and harmonious, reducing the unevenness caused by splicing, and enhancing the overall aesthetics of the refrigerator.

[0096] In the extending direction of the turning beam 1, the flat portion 140 and the arc portion 150 face away from each other. That is to say, on the turning beam 1, the flat portion 140 and the arc portion 150 are two side surfaces of the turning beam 1. The arc portion 150 is close to and connected to the door body, and the flat portion 140 is away from the door body.

[0097] In order to achieve a tight fit, the arc portion 150 is arranged to be close to the door body to better adapt to the shape and contour of the turning beam 1. For example, a torsion spring is arranged on the inner side of the arc portion 150.

[0098] The flat portion 140 is placed on the side away from the door body, which can provide a stable support and connection point, increasing the stability of the turning beam 1. This helps to reduce the shaking or deformation of the turning beam 1 during use and ensures the reliability of the turning beam 1.

[0099] Refer to Figure 7 As shown, a groove 112 is provided on the outer surface of the first housing 11. For example, the groove 112 can be integrally formed with the first housing 11. The presence of the groove 112 can enhance the stiffness of the turning beam 1 by changing the cross-sectional shape without significantly increasing the material consumption of the turning beam 1, thereby improving the overall stability of the turning beam.

[0100] Refer to Figure 6 And Figure 8 As shown, a metal part 40 is provided in the groove 112. The metal part 40 is used to fit with the refrigerator cabinet to improve the sealing performance of the refrigerator.

[0101] For example, the metal part 40 can be made of a thin plate through a sheet metal manufacturing process, which can reduce the processing cost. A card slot is provided in the groove 112, and the metal part 40 is provided with a protrusion. The metal part 40 is card-engaged with the groove 112 to improve the assembly efficiency of the metal part 40.

[0102] The metal member 40 includes a fitting portion 41 which is used to fit with the box body to improve the sealing performance at the fitting surface between the door body and the box body.

[0103] The metal member 40 includes an extension portion 42, and the extension portion 42 is connected to the fitting portion 41. The extension portion 42 is located on both sides of the fitting portion 41 and extends to abut against the side wall of the groove 112. The extension portion 42 is used to fix the metal member 40 to ensure that the metal member 40 is firmly fixed in the groove 112 of the first housing 11, prevent the metal member 40 from moving or falling off, and enhance the structural stability of the metal member 40.

[0104] When the door body is in a closed state, the fitting portion 41 is at least used to fit with the refrigerator body. The fitting of the fitting portion 41 with the body can effectively block the gap between the door body and the body, reduce the loss of cold air, and improve the sealing performance and energy efficiency of the refrigerator.

[0105] Exemplarily, the door body includes a door seal for sealing, and a magnetic member is arranged inside the door seal. The fitting portion 41 of the metal member 40 is magnetically attracted to the magnetic member on the door body to ensure that the door body and the cabinet are firmly closed. This improves the sealing of the door body, prevents cold air from leaking out, and improves the energy efficiency of the refrigerator. The fitting portion 41 and the magnetic member are attracted to increase the stability and safety of the door body, and prevent the door body from accidentally opening when subjected to external force.

[0106] Reference Figure 6 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the first housing 11 is provided with at least one block 111, which serves as a connector of the first housing 11. The block 111 is located in the first opening 110 and is not provided on the outer surface of the first housing 11, which keeps the appearance of the first housing 11 neat and beautiful, and improves the overall texture of the refrigerator.

[0107] In the direction of approaching or moving away from the side wall of the first shell 11, the block 111 is spaced apart from the first shell 11. That is, on the inner side of the plane portion 140 corresponding to the first shell 11 and the inner side of the arc portion 150 corresponding to the first shell 11, the block 111 is spaced apart from the first shell 11. The spacing arrangement reduces the stress concentration during assembly of the first shell 11. In this way, the block 111 has a certain amount of space for movement, which can compensate for position deviation, reduce assembly difficulty, and improve assembly tolerance and efficiency.

[0108] The second housing 12 is provided with at least one clamping portion 121, and the clamping portion 121 is located within the second opening 120. The clamping portion 121 is not provided on the outer surface of the second housing 12, maintaining the appearance of the second housing 12 clean and beautiful, and enhancing the overall texture of the refrigerator.

[0109] Referring to Figure 6 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the second housing 12, the clamping portion 121 and the second housing 12 are spaced apart. That is, on the inner side surface of the planar portion 140 corresponding to the second housing 12 and the inner side surface of the arc-shaped portion 150 corresponding to the second housing 12, the clamping portion 121 and the second housing 12 are spaced apart. Similarly, by the spaced arrangement, stress concentration during assembly of the second housing 12 is reduced. With such an arrangement, the clamping portion 121 has a certain amount of movement space, which can compensate for positional deviations, reduce the assembly difficulty, and improve the assembly error tolerance and efficiency.

[0110] When the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are spliced together, the clamping block 111 cooperates with the clamping portion 121. Through the mutual cooperation or connection of the clamping block 111 and the clamping portion 121, the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are firmly fixed, forming the overall structure of the flip beam 1. This fixing method makes the structure of the flip beam 1 compact, stable and reliable. Moreover, the flip beam 1 is convenient for manufacturing and assembly.

[0111] In some possible implementation manners, the thicknesses of the side walls of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 on both sides can be uniformly set. The uniform side wall thickness can improve the structural strength and stability of the flip beam 1, and avoid stress concentration and deformation caused by uneven thickness. The uniform side wall thickness can ensure uniform filling of the mold during the injection molding process, avoid uneven thickness and other surface defects, and reduce the production difficulty.

[0112] The clamping block 111 and the clamping portion 121 are respectively arranged inside the first housing 11 and the second housing 12, avoiding the exposure of the clamping block 111 and the clamping portion 121, simplifying part of the structure of the flip beam 1, reducing the production process difficulty, improving the production efficiency and the yield rate, and reducing the production cost.

[0113] The connection surface of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 is a plane, which can enhance the flip beam 1 of the flip beam and the sealing performance during splicing, reducing the risk of air leakage.

[0114] Referring to Figure 6 As shown, the flip beam 1 is provided with a seal 30 (the seal 30 is located at the dashed line), and the seal 30 enhances the sealing performance of the flip beam 1, preventing cold air from escaping from the inside of the flip beam 1. For example, the seal 30 can be made of silicone rubber, and silicone rubber has the advantages of good wear resistance and temperature resistance.

[0115] For ease of understanding, the seal 30 is divided into a first region 31 and a second region 32.

[0116] In some possible embodiments, the first region 31 of the seal 30 is located between the clamping block 111 and the first housing 11. The clamping block 111 is spaced from the first housing 11, and there is a distance between the splicing joint of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 and the clamping joint of the clamping block 111 and the clamping portion 121. It is easy to understand that the acting force at the splicing joint is smaller than that at the clamping joint, which will cause micro-gaps at the splicing joint of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12. To improve the sealing performance, the seal 30 is provided between the clamping block 111 and the first housing 11.

[0117] In some other possible embodiments, the second region 32 of the seal 30 is located between the clamping portion 121 and the second housing 12. Similarly, the clamping portion 121 is spaced from the second housing 12, and there is a distance between the splicing joint of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 and the clamping joint of the clamping block 111 and the clamping portion 121. It is easy to understand that the acting force at the splicing joint is smaller than that at the clamping joint, which will cause micro-gaps at the splicing joint of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12. To improve the sealing performance, the seal 30 is provided between the clamping portion 121 and the second housing 12.

[0118] When the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are spliced with each other, the outer surface of the first housing 11 is flush with the outer surface of the second housing 12. The flush outer surfaces are smoothly transitioned, ensuring the smooth appearance of the flipping beam 1 and improving the aesthetics of the refrigerator.

[0119] The side wall of the first housing 11 is flush with the side wall of the second housing 12. The flush side walls can ensure that there are no gaps in the spliced flipping beam 1 caused by unevenness, thereby improving the sealing performance of the refrigerator.

[0120] In some possible embodiments, in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the second housing 12, the heat insulation member 60 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 away from the second housing 12. That is to say, on the inner side of the flat portion 140 corresponding to the second housing 12, the heat insulation member 60 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 away from the second housing 12, and on the inner side of the arc portion 150 corresponding to the second housing 12, thus reserving an installation space for the seal 30.

[0121] Refer to Figure 10 and Figure 13As shown, the clamping block 111 includes a clamping joint 1111, and the clamping joint 1111 is located on the first housing 11. The clamping joint 1111 is fixed to the clamping portion 121, so that the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are fixedly connected to each other when they are spliced. By fixing the clamping joint 1111 and the clamping portion 121 to each other, it can ensure that the connection between the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 is more firm, and improve the structural stability and sealing performance of the turning beam 1.

[0122] The clamping block 111 includes a connecting portion 1112, and the clamping joint 1111 is connected to the inner side wall of the first housing 11 through the connecting portion 1112. The connecting portion 1112 provides support for the clamping joint 1111 to ensure a firm clamping between the first housing 11 and the second housing 12.

[0123] In the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the first housing 11, the connecting portion 1112 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 close to the side wall of the first housing 11. That is to say, on the inner side wall of the corresponding planar portion 140 of the first housing 11, the connecting portion 1112 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 close to the inner side wall of the first housing 11, and the clamping joint 1111 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 away from the inner side wall of the first housing 11.

[0124] In the direction of departing from the side wall of the first housing 11, the connecting portion 1112 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 close to the side wall of the first housing 11. That is to say, on the inner side wall of the corresponding arc portion 150 of the first housing 11, the connecting portion 1112 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 close to the inner side wall of the first housing 11, and the clamping joint 1111 is located on the side of the clamping portion 121 away from the inner side wall of the first housing 11.

[0125] By setting the connecting portion 1112 to be located on the side of the clamping portion 121 close to the side wall of the first housing 11, it can ensure that the connecting portion 1112 has a certain movement space when the two housings are spliced, which is convenient for the clamping of the clamping joint 1111 and the clamping portion 121, and improves the operability of the clamping assembly.

[0126] The connecting portion 1112 extends along the direction parallel to the orientation of the first opening 110. The extending direction of the connecting portion 1112 is parallel to the orientation of the first opening, so that the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 can be accurately docked and clamped when spliced, reducing the processing difficulty and improving the splicing accuracy and stability.

[0127] The distance between the connecting portion 1112 and the side wall of the first housing 11 is less than or equal to 5 millimeters. This ensures the distance between the connecting portion 1112 and the side wall of the first housing 11, improving the fixing stability of the clamping block 111 and the compactness between the clamping block 111 and the first housing 11.

[0128] Refer to Figure 12 and Figure 13As shown, the clamping portion 121 is provided with a clamping groove 1211, and through the clamping groove 1211, it is ensured that the clamping head 1111 can be stably fixed on the clamping portion 121.

[0129] Exemplarily, the clamping groove 1211 is on one side of the arc portion 150 corresponding to the flipping beam 1, and the clamping groove 1211 is located on the side of the connecting portion 1112 away from the inner side wall of the second housing 12, which facilitates the installation of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12.

[0130] Similarly, the clamping groove 1211 is on one side of the flat portion 140 corresponding to the flipping beam 1, and the clamping groove 1211 is located on the side of the connecting portion 1112 away from the inner side wall of the second housing 12, which facilitates the installation of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12.

[0131] When the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are spliced with each other, at least a part of the clamping head 1111 penetrates into the clamping groove 1211. With such a setting, the connection strength and stability between the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 can be improved.

[0132] The connecting portion 1112 is set as an elastic connecting portion 1112. The elastic connecting portion 1112 can be made of an elastic material, for example, polycarbonate plastic, etc. The elastic connecting portion 1112 allows the connecting portion 1112 to deform within a certain range.

[0133] The clamping head 1111 approaches or moves away from the first housing 11 through the elastic connecting portion 1112. When the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are spliced with each other, the clamping head 1111 elastically deforms through the elastic connecting portion 1112, approaches or moves away from the first housing 11, and then snaps into the clamping groove 1211.

[0134] The clamping block 111 is provided with a first guiding surface 1110, and the first guiding surface 1110 faces the first housing 11. That is to say, in the direction away from the bottom surface of the first housing 11, the first guiding surface 1110 gradually approaches the side wall of the first housing 11. Specifically, the first guiding surface 1110 is located on the clamping head 1111. It is easy to understand that when the clamping block 111 is set to be clamped with the clamping portion 121, the first guiding surface 1110 of the clamping block 111 guides the clamping portion 121 to slide along it, reducing the friction and resistance during the assembly process, avoiding the situation of component damage caused by forced assembly, and helping to improve the assembly efficiency.

[0135] The clamping portion 121 is provided with a second guiding surface 1210, and the second guiding surface 1210 faces the second housing 12. That is to say, in the direction away from the bottom surface of the second housing 12, the second guiding surface 1210 gradually moves away from the side wall of the second housing 12. Similarly, the second guiding surface 1210 of the clamping portion 121 guides the clamping head 1111 to slide along it, reducing friction and resistance during the assembly process, avoiding component damage caused by forced assembly, and helping to improve the assembly efficiency.

[0136] In some possible implementation manners, the number of the clamping blocks 111 is set to be multiple, and the multiple clamping blocks 111 are uniformly arranged on the first housing 11. The clamping portion 121 may be provided with a clamping groove 1211, and the number of the clamping portions 121 is set to be multiple. The multiple clamping blocks 111 are correspondingly arranged with the multiple clamping portions 121. For example, the multiple clamping portions 121 are uniformly arranged on the second housing 12. The multiple clamping blocks 111 are in one-to-one correspondence and fixed with the multiple clamping portions 121. This can improve the sealing performance of the flip beam 1, reduce cold air leakage, and improve the energy efficiency of the refrigerator.

[0137] In some other possible implementation manners, the number of the clamping blocks 111 is set to be multiple. For example, the multiple clamping blocks 111 are uniformly arranged on the first housing 11. The number of the clamping portions 121 is set to be one. At this time, the clamping portion 121 is provided with multiple clamping grooves 1211, and the multiple clamping blocks 111 are correspondingly arranged with the multiple clamping grooves 1211. This simplifies the structure of the second housing 12 and reduces the processing difficulty of the second housing 12.

[0138] The clamping portion 121 is fixed with the multiple clamping blocks 111, that is to say, the multiple clamping grooves 1211 are fixed with the multiple clamping blocks 111. With such a setting, it is ensured that the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 can have sufficient connection strength and stability, which can improve the sealing performance of the flip beam 1, reduce cold air leakage, and improve the energy efficiency of the refrigerator.

[0139] When the number of the clamping blocks 111 is set to be multiple and the number of the clamping portions 121 is set to be multiple, a part of the clamping blocks 111 and the clamping portions 121 are close to the flat portion 140, and this part is defined as the first part. The first part of the clamping blocks 111 and the first part of the clamping portions 121 are close to the flat portion 140. The first part of the clamping blocks 111 and the first part of the clamping portions 121 are used in cooperation to ensure the sealing performance at the flat portion 140.

[0140] Another part of the clamping blocks 111 and the clamping portions 121 are close to the arc portion 150, and this part is defined as the second part. The second part of the clamping blocks 111 and the second part of the clamping portions 121 are used in cooperation to ensure the sealing performance at the arc portion 150.

[0141] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, rather than to limit them; although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or perform equivalent replacements for some or all of the technical features; and these modifications or replacements do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application.

[0142] For the sake of explanation, the above description has been made in connection with specific embodiments. However, the above exemplary discussions are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the embodiments to the specific forms disclosed above. According to the above teachings, various modifications and variations can be obtained. The selection and description of the above embodiments are for the purpose of better explaining the principles and practical applications, so that those skilled in the art can better use the embodiments and various different modified embodiments suitable for specific use considerations.

Claims

1. A refrigerator, characterized in that, Comprising a flipping beam (1), the flipping beam (1) is rotatably arranged on the door body of the refrigerator, and the flipping beam (1) includes: A first housing (11) and a second housing (12) spliced with each other; the first housing (11) is provided with a first opening (110), the second housing (12) is provided with a second opening (120), the first opening (110) and the second opening (120) are arranged opposite to each other and communicate with each other; The first housing (11) is provided with at least one clamping block (111), and the clamping block (111) is located within the first opening (110); in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the first housing (11), the clamping block (111) is spaced from the first housing (11); The second housing (12) is provided with at least one clamping portion (121), and the clamping portion (121) is located within the second opening (120); in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the second housing (12), the clamping portion (121) is spaced from the second housing (12); when the first housing (11) and the second housing (12) are spliced with each other, the clamping block (111) cooperates with the clamping portion (121).

2. The refrigerator according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the first housing (11) and the second housing (12) are spliced with each other, the outer surface of the first housing (11) is flush with the outer surface of the second housing (12), and the side wall of the first housing (11) is flush with the side wall of the second housing (12); The clamping block (111) includes a clamping head (1111) and a connecting portion (1112), and the clamping head (1111) is connected to the side wall of the first housing (11) through the connecting portion (1112); When the first housing (11) and the second housing (12) are spliced with each other, the clamping head (1111) is fixed to the clamping portion (121); in the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the first housing (11), the connecting portion (1112) is located on the side of the clamping portion (121) close to the side wall of the first housing (11).

3. The refrigerator according to claim 2, wherein, The extending direction of the connecting portion (1112) is parallel to the orientation of the first opening (110), and the distance between the connecting portion (1112) and the side wall of the first housing (11) is less than or equal to 5 millimeters.

4. The refrigerator according to claim 2, characterized in that, The clamping portion (121) is provided with a clamping groove (1211); When the first housing (11) and the second housing (12) are spliced with each other, at least a part of the clamping head (1111) penetrates into the clamping groove (1211).

5. The refrigerator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connecting portion (1112) is arranged as an elastic connecting portion (1112), and the clamping head (1111) approaches or departs from the first housing (11) through the elastic connecting portion; The clamping block (111) is provided with a first guiding surface (1110), and the first guiding surface (1110) faces the first housing (11); in the direction of departing from the bottom surface of the first housing (11), the first guiding surface (1110) gradually approaches the side wall of the first housing (11); And / or, the clamping portion (121) is provided with a second guide surface (1210), the second guide surface (1210) faces the second shell (12); in a direction away from the bottom surface of the second shell (12), the second guide surface (1210) gradually moves away from the side wall of the second shell (12).

6. The refrigerator according to claim 1, wherein The number of the clamping blocks (111) is set to be multiple, the number of the clamping portions (121) is set to be multiple, and the multiple clamping blocks (111) are fixed to the multiple clamping portions (121); Alternatively, the number of the clamping blocks (111) is set to be multiple, the number of the clamping portions (121) is set to be one, and the clamping portion (121) is fixed to the multiple clamping blocks (111).

7. The refrigerator according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The flip beam (1) is provided with a sealing member (30); The first area (31) of the sealing element (30) is located between the clamping block (111) and the first housing (11); And / or, the second area (32) of the sealing element (30) is located between the clamping portion (121) and the second shell (12).

8. The refrigerator according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The outer surface of the first shell (11) is provided with a groove (112), and a metal part (40) is arranged in the groove (112); The metal part (40) comprises a connecting fitting portion (41) and an extending portion (42), wherein the extending portion (42) abuts against a side wall of the groove (112); when the door body is in a closed state, the fitting portion (41) is at least used to fit against a refrigerator body; And / or, when the first shell (11) and the second shell (12) are spliced together, the first opening (110) and the second opening (120) together form a receiving groove (130); a heat-insulating component (60) is arranged in the receiving groove (130), and in a direction approaching or moving away from a side wall of the second shell (12), the heat-insulating component (60) is located on a side of the clamping portion (121) facing away from the second shell (12).

9. The refrigerator according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The outer surface of the first shell (11) and the outer surface of the second shell (12) together form a plane portion (140) and an arc-shaped portion (150); In the extension direction of the flip beam (1), the plane portion (140) and the arc portion (150) are separated from each other, the arc portion (150) is close to and connected to the door body, and the plane portion (140) is away from the door body; The number of the clamping blocks (111) is plural, and the number of the clamping portions (121) is plural; The clamping block (111) of the first part and the clamping portion (121) of the first part are close to the planar portion (140), and the clamping block (111) of the first part and the clamping portion (121) of the first part are used in conjunction with each other; the clamping block (111) of the second part and the clamping portion (121) of the second part are close to the arc-shaped portion (150), and the clamping block (111) of the second part and the clamping portion (121) of the second part are used in conjunction with each other.

10. A refrigerator, characterized in that, It includes a flipping beam (1), and the flipping beam (1) is rotatably arranged on the door body of the refrigerator. The flipping beam (1) includes a first housing (11) and a second housing (12) spliced with each other. At least one clamping block (111) is arranged on the first housing (11). In the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the first housing (11), the clamping block (111) is arranged at an interval from the first housing (11). At least one clamping portion (121) is arranged on the second housing (12). In the direction of approaching or departing from the side wall of the second housing (12), the clamping portion (121) is arranged at an interval from the second housing (12). The flipping beam (1) is configured such that when the first housing (11) and the second housing (12) are spliced to form the flipping beam (1), the first opening (110) of the first housing (11) is oppositely arranged and communicated with the second opening (120) of the second housing (12), the clamping block (111) is connected to the clamping portion (121), and the first housing (11) and the second housing (12) are mutually fixed through the connected clamping block (111) and clamping portion (121).

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