Refrigeration equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to refrigeration equipment, the refrigeration equipment is provided with a supporting plate and a compressor fixed on the supporting plate, the supporting plate is provided with a main extension plane and opposite side edges in the depth direction, and the supporting plate at least comprises a plurality of mounting stations for the compressor, a plurality of supporting plates and a plurality of supporting plates, and at least one first reinforcing rib, which extends from the mounting station towards the side edge of the support plate, the first reinforcing rib being at least partially curved. According to the technical scheme, deformation of the supporting plate can be effectively prevented, so that it is ensured that a compressor of the refrigeration equipment can be correctly installed and normally operated, the vibration noise problem caused by deformation is avoided or reduced, and the operation performance and user experience of the refrigeration equipment are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of household appliances, and in particular to a refrigeration device. Background Art

[0002] Refrigeration equipment, such as refrigerators, are common household appliances. The compressor is a key component of the refrigeration equipment, which compresses the refrigerant into a high-pressure, high-temperature gas. The gas is supplied to the condenser to release heat to the external environment. Usually, the compressor is fixed on a support plate at the bottom of the refrigeration equipment. The support plate is a flat structure and is provided with an installation station for the compressor. However, especially during the testing process or transportation of the refrigeration equipment, the impact force acting on the support plate due to bumps or vibrations can easily cause the support plate to deform, causing the position of the compressor to shift and reducing the operating stability of the compressor. In the case of a large degree of deformation, it may even cause non-negligible vibration and noise problems, which adversely affect the operating performance of the refrigeration equipment and user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Therefore, one purpose of an embodiment of the present application is to propose an improved refrigeration equipment, which can effectively prevent the deformation of the support plate, thereby ensuring that the compressor of the refrigeration equipment can be correctly installed and operate normally, avoiding or reducing vibration and noise problems caused by deformation, thereby improving the operating performance and user experience of the refrigeration equipment.

[0004] According to the present application, a refrigeration device is provided, comprising a support plate and a compressor fixed to the support plate, wherein the support plate has a main extension plane and side edges opposite to each other in a depth direction, and the support plate comprises at least:

[0005] - a plurality of installation stations for said compressor; and

[0006] At least one first reinforcing rib, which extends from the installation station toward the side edge of the support plate, wherein the first reinforcing rib is at least partially curved.

[0007] Compared to the prior art, in the refrigeration device according to the present invention, the support plate is provided with a first reinforcing rib, which extends from the installation position for the compressor toward the side edge and is at least partially curved. The energy of the impact force applied by the compressor to the support plate can be absorbed and dispersed outward by the first reinforcing rib, thereby reducing local stress and effectively reducing deformation caused by the impact. The curved first reinforcing rib can better adapt to complex stress conditions and enhance multi-directional bending stiffness, so that local stress is dispersed to a wider area, thereby further reducing stress concentration on the support plate and improving the uniformity of stress distribution. This can effectively prevent deformation of the support plate, especially preventing the support plate of the refrigeration device from deforming at the rear of the support plate due to collision during a drop test or transportation. As a result, the installation position of the compressor and the relative position of the compressor relative to other components are not easily offset, thereby reliably avoiding or minimizing possible vibration and noise problems caused by deformation.

[0008] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the first reinforcing ribs extend in the depth direction less than or equal to their width direction, and / or the first reinforcing ribs extend to the side edges. This effectively distributes the impact force along the width direction, avoiding stress concentration at the side edges and enhancing torsional rigidity at the side edges, thereby preventing deformation of the side edges of the support plate.

[0009] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the refrigeration device includes an outer shell, the outer shell enclosing a compressor compartment for the compressor, wherein the outer shell includes a rear cover plate located at the rear side along the depth direction, and wherein the first reinforcing rib is provided between at least one of the installation stations located at the rear side and the rear edge. The first reinforcing rib effectively prevents deformation of the rear edge of the support plate and interference or separation between the rear edge and the rear cover plate, thereby avoiding or reducing noise issues.

[0010] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the first reinforcing rib connects two adjacent installation stations in the width direction of the installation stations, which can keep the relative positions of the two adjacent installation stations unchanged, so that the compressor can be fixed on the installation stations without problems.

[0011] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the first reinforcing rib is configured to protrude upward relative to the main extension plane when viewed in the height direction. The first reinforcing rib configured in this way can maximize the bending stiffness of the support plate.

[0012] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the first reinforcing rib is a structure punched out of the support plate, thereby enabling the support plate to be constructed in a simple and cost-effective manner.

[0013] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the shape of the first reinforcing rib is selected from the group consisting of an arc, an S-shape, a wave shape, a parabola shape, and an irregular curved shape. The different curved shapes enable the first reinforcing rib to be adapted to different stress conditions and evenly distribute stress on the support plate as needed.

[0014] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the support plate has four installation stations distributed in a rectangular shape, and the installation stations are configured as convex structures protruding upward relative to the main extension plane, so as to achieve a simple and stable installation process of the compressor.

[0015] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the support plate includes a second reinforcing rib connected to the first reinforcing rib and extending in the width direction away from the installation station. The second reinforcing rib can transfer stress from the first reinforcing rib in a direction away from the installation station, thereby further avoiding stress concentration.

[0016] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the second reinforcing rib has curved sections and straight sections alternately arranged in the width direction, and the coordination of the curved sections and the straight sections can achieve targeted guidance of stress along the width direction; and / or, the first reinforcing rib and the second reinforcing rib are integrally constructed, which can avoid stress concentration between the first reinforcing rib and the second reinforcing rib and local deformation caused by the stress concentration.

[0017] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the support plate includes a third reinforcing rib extending along the width direction and arranged closer to the center in the depth direction than the first reinforcing rib. The third reinforcing rib can effectively prevent deformation of the support plate near the center in the depth direction.

[0018] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the third reinforcing rib is connected to the installation station; and / or the third reinforcing rib is configured linearly or curved. Such a configuration of the third reinforcing rib can more smoothly transfer stress applied by the compressor to the installation station to other areas.

[0019] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the support plate includes a fourth reinforcing rib, which extends from the side edge along the depth direction. The fourth reinforcing rib can specifically improve the bending stiffness of the side edge.

[0020] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the fourth reinforcing rib is arranged to overlap with the first reinforcing rib, thereby enabling the first reinforcing rib and the fourth reinforcing rib to work together to minimize deformation of the side edge.

[0021] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the side edge is oriented upright relative to the main extension plane, so that the support plate has a basin-shaped configuration. The side edge of such a configuration can be easily connected to the rear cover of the refrigeration device without interfering with other components.

[0022] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present application, the refrigeration device is a refrigerator. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so that the principles, features and advantages of the present invention can be better understood. The accompanying drawings include:

[0024] Figure 1 shows a schematic perspective view of a refrigeration device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application;

[0025] Figure 2 A top view of a refrigeration device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0026] Figure 3 A top view of a support plate of a refrigeration device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown;

[0027] Figure 4 Shown Figure 3 A sectional view along section line AA;

[0028] Figure 5 A partial view of a support plate of a refrigeration device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0029] Figure numerals: refrigeration equipment 1000; support plate 100; compressor 200; outer shell 300; compressor compartment 310; rear cover 320; installation station 10; first reinforcing rib 20; second reinforcing rib 30; curved section 31; straight section 32; third reinforcing rib 40; fourth reinforcing rib 50; main extension plane M; side edge S; front side edge S1; rear side edge S2; width direction X; depth direction Y; height direction Z. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial technical effects to be solved by this application more clearly understood, this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and multiple exemplary embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. For the sake of brevity, elements with the same reference numerals are only marked once in the drawings when necessary.

[0031] In the description of this embodiment, the words and phrases indicating orientation or positional relationship such as "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", and "outside" are used to illustrate the positional relationship of the constituent elements with reference to the accompanying drawings. This is only for the convenience of describing this specification and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to has a specific orientation, is constructed and operates in a specific orientation. Therefore, it cannot be understood as a limitation on the present disclosure. The positional relationship of the constituent elements is appropriately changed according to the direction of describing each constituent element. Therefore, it is not limited to the words and phrases described in the specification, and can be appropriately replaced according to the circumstances. Here, according to the definition of the XYZ rectangular coordinate system in the accompanying drawings: the X direction corresponds to the width direction of the refrigeration equipment 1000, the Y direction corresponds to the depth direction of the refrigeration equipment 1000, and the Z direction corresponds to the height direction of the refrigeration equipment 1000.

[0032] Figure 1 A schematic perspective view of a refrigeration device 1000 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown. Figure 2 A top view of a refrigeration device 1000 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown. Here, the refrigeration device 1000 is particularly a refrigerator. However, other household appliances considered appropriate by a person skilled in the art are also conceivable, such as freezers, ice makers, etc.

[0033] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, refrigeration device 1000 includes a support plate 100 and a compressor 200 fixed to the support plate 100, wherein the support plate 100 is arranged at the bottom of the refrigeration device 1000 along the height direction Z. The compressor 200 is connected to other components of the refrigeration device 1000, such as the condenser and the evaporator, via connecting pipes. In particular, refrigeration device 1000 also includes an outer shell 300, which encloses a compressor compartment 310, in which the compressor 200 can be arranged. The outer shell 300 includes a rear cover plate 320 located at the rear side along the depth direction Y. The rear cover plate 320 can be removed from the rest of the outer shell 300 to expose the compressor compartment 310.

[0034] like Figure 2As shown, the support plate 100 is a flat plate structure having a main extension plane M and side edges S opposite each other along the depth direction Y. The side edges S include a front edge S1 located at the front side along the depth direction Y and a rear edge S2 located at the rear side. The rear edge S2 corresponds to the rear cover plate 320 of the outer shell 300 in the depth direction Y. Here, when the refrigeration device 1000 is in the equipped state, the rear edge S2 can be connected to the rear cover plate 320. However, it is also possible that the rear cover plate 320 is fixedly connected to other parts of the outer shell 300 without being connected to the rear edge S2.

[0035] Figure 3 A top view of a support plate 100 of a refrigeration device 1000 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown. Figure 4 Shown Figure 3 Cross-sectional view along section line AA. Figure 5 A partial view of a support plate 100 of a refrigeration device 1000 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0036] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the support plate 100 includes multiple mounting stations 10 for the compressor 200. The legs of the compressor 200 are fixed to the mounting stations 10 when assembled. For example, the support plate 100 has four mounting stations 10 arranged in a rectangular pattern, which enables stable support of the compressor 200. In particular, the mounting stations 10 are configured as convex structures that protrude upward relative to the main extension plane M. This convex structure significantly improves the support strength of the mounting stations 10 and prevents interference between the compressor 200 and other parts of the support plate 100 during installation.

[0037] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the support plate 100 includes at least one first reinforcing rib 20, which extends from the installation station 10 toward a side edge S of the support plate 100. The first reinforcing rib 20 is at least partially curved. The first reinforcing rib 20 can absorb and distribute the force applied to the installation station 10 by the compressor 200, thereby reducing local stress and improving the uniformity of stress distribution, thereby effectively reducing deformation caused by impact.

[0038] For example, Figure 3 and Figure 5As shown, the first reinforcing rib 20 extends all the way to the side edge S, thereby directing the forces acting on the installation station 10 to the side edge S and enhancing the torsional rigidity at the side edge S to a certain extent, thereby preventing the side edge S from deforming under stress. In particular, the extension of the first reinforcing rib 20 along the depth direction Y is less than or equal to the extension along the width direction X, so that the first reinforcing rib 20 extends primarily along the width direction X. This can specifically direct the forces to diverge along the width direction X, thereby further preventing deformation of the side edge S.

[0039] For example, Figure 3 As shown, the first reinforcing rib 20 is disposed between the rear installation station in the installation station 10 and the rear edge S2. This can specifically prevent deformation of the rear edge S2 of the support plate 100, thereby preventing interference or separation between the rear edge S2 and the rear cover plate 320, thereby avoiding or reducing noise or vibration problems. Of course, it is also conceivable to also dispose the first reinforcing rib 20 between the front installation station in the installation station 10 and the front edge S1.

[0040] For example, Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the first reinforcing rib 20 has an arc shape. However, other shapes deemed appropriate by those skilled in the art are also contemplated, such as an S-shape, a wave shape, a parabola shape, or an irregularly curved shape. The shape of the first reinforcing rib 20 can be flexibly selected based on the distribution of the first reinforcing rib 20 and the stress conditions.

[0041] For example, Figure 5 As shown, the first reinforcing rib 20 connects two adjacent installation stations 10 along the width direction X. The first reinforcing rib 20 can keep the relative positions of the two adjacent installation stations 10 unchanged, so that the installation and fixation of the compressor 200 on these installation stations 10 is not affected.

[0042] For example, Figure 4 As shown, the first reinforcing rib 20 is configured to protrude upward relative to the main extension plane M when viewed in the height direction Z. This configuration of the first reinforcing rib 20 can maximize the flexural rigidity of the support plate 100. Here, the protruding height of the first reinforcing rib 20 in the height direction Z is significantly less than the protruding height of the convex structure of the installation station 10. In particular, the side edge S of the support plate 100 is oriented upright relative to the main extension plane M, giving the support plate 100 a basin-shaped configuration. This configuration of the side edge S allows for easy connection to the rear cover 320 without interfering with other components.

[0043] like Figure 3As shown, the support plate 100 further includes a second reinforcing rib 30, which is connected to the first reinforcing rib 20 and extends away from the installation station 10 in the width direction X. This transmits the force from the first reinforcing rib 20 in a direction away from the installation station 10, thereby further avoiding stress concentration and evenly distributing stress on the support plate 100. Here, the second reinforcing rib 30 may have curved sections 31 and straight sections 32 arranged alternately in the width direction X. The combination of the curved sections 31 and the straight sections 32 can specifically guide stress outward along the width direction X to minimize stress concentration. In particular, the first and second reinforcing ribs 20, 20 are constructed integrally, thereby avoiding stress concentration between the first and second reinforcing ribs 20, 30.

[0044] like Figure 3 As shown, the support plate 100 further includes a third reinforcing rib 40, which extends along the width direction X and is arranged closer to the center in the depth direction Y than the first reinforcing rib 20. The third reinforcing rib 40 can be arranged between two installation stations 10 or extend away from the installation station 10 along the width direction X. In particular, the third reinforcing rib 40 is directly connected to the installation station 10 to cushion forces acting on the installation station 10. The third reinforcing rib 40 can increase the bending stiffness of the support plate 100 near the center in the depth direction Y, thereby effectively preventing deformation of the support plate 100 in the center. Here, the third reinforcing rib 40 is, for example, constructed in a straight line. However, it is also conceivable that the third reinforcing rib 40 has a curved configuration similar to the first reinforcing rib 20.

[0045] like Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the support plate 100 further includes a fourth reinforcing rib 50 extending from the side edge S in the depth direction Y. The fourth reinforcing rib 50 can further improve the bending stiffness of the side edge S. Here, the fourth reinforcing rib 50 can be arranged overlapping with the first reinforcing rib 20. This allows the first reinforcing rib 20 and the fourth reinforcing rib 50 to work together to minimize deformation of the side edge S.

[0046] Here, the support plate 100 is an integral stamped part manufactured from a metal sheet using a stamping process, wherein the various reinforcing ribs of the support plate 100, especially the first reinforcing rib 20, are structures stamped out of the support plate 100. This allows for simple and cost-effective manufacturing of the support plate 100.

[0047] Although specific embodiments have been described above, these embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure, even when only a single embodiment is described with respect to specific features. The feature examples provided in the present disclosure are intended to be illustrative and not limiting, unless otherwise stated. In specific implementations, multiple features may be combined with each other, depending on actual needs, where technically feasible. Various substitutions, changes, and modifications may be contemplated without departing from the spirit and scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A refrigeration device (1000), comprising a support plate (100) and a compressor (200) fixed on the support plate (100), characterized in that: The support plate (100) has a main extension plane (M) and side edges (S) opposite to each other in a depth direction (Y), and the support plate (100) comprises at least: - a plurality of installation stations (10) for said compressor (200); and - at least one first reinforcing rib (20), which extends from the installation station (10) toward the side edge (S) of the support plate (100), wherein the first reinforcing rib (20) is at least partially curved.

2. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The extension dimension of the first reinforcing rib (20) along the depth direction (Y) is less than or equal to the extension dimension along the width direction (X); and / or The first reinforcing rib (20) extends up to the side edge (S).

3. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The refrigeration device (1000) has an outer shell (300), the outer shell (300) enclosing a compressor compartment (310) for the compressor (200), wherein the outer shell (300) has a rear cover (320) located at the rear side along the depth direction (Y), wherein the first reinforcing rib (20) is provided between at least the installation station located at the rear side of the installation station (10) and the rear side edge (S2) of the side edge (S).

4. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first reinforcing rib (20) connects two adjacent installation stations in the installation station (10) along the width direction (X).

5. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first reinforcement rib (20) is configured to protrude upward relative to the main extension plane (M) when viewed in the height direction (Z); and / or The first reinforcing rib (20) is a structure punched out from the support plate (100).

6. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The shape of the first reinforcing rib (20) is selected from the following group: arc shape, S shape, wave shape, parabola shape, irregular curved shape.

7. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The support plate (100) has four installation stations (10) distributed in a rectangular shape, and the installation stations (10) are constructed as convex structures that protrude upward relative to the main extension plane (M).

8. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The support plate (100) includes a second reinforcing rib (30), the second reinforcing rib (30) being connected to the first reinforcing rib (20) and extending away from the installation station (10) in a width direction (X).

9. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 8, characterized in that: The second reinforcing rib (30) has curved sections (31) and straight sections (32) alternately arranged in the width direction (X); and / or The first reinforcing rib (20) and the second reinforcing rib (30) are constructed in one piece.

10. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The support plate (100) includes a third reinforcing rib (40) extending in the width direction (X) and arranged closer to the center than the first reinforcing rib (20) in the depth direction (Y).

11. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 10, characterized in that: The third reinforcing rib (40) is connected to the installation station (10); and / or The third reinforcement rib (40) is designed to be linear or curved.

12. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The support plate (100) comprises a fourth reinforcing rib (50), and the fourth reinforcing rib (50) extends from the side edge (S) along the depth direction (Y).

13. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 12, characterized in that: The fourth reinforcing rib (50) and the first reinforcing rib (20) are arranged to overlap each other.

14. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The side edges (S) are oriented upright relative to the main extension plane (M), so that the support plate (100) has a trough-shaped configuration.

15. The refrigeration device (1000) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The refrigeration device (1000) is a refrigerator.

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