Buffer piece and refrigerator

Abstract

The utility model provides a buffer part and a refrigerator, the buffer part comprises a base body, the base body is provided with a first through groove and a second through groove, the groove depth direction of the first through groove is a first direction, the groove depth direction of the second through groove is a second direction, and the first direction intersects with the second direction; in the first direction, the distance between the groove bottom of the first through groove and the side, away from the first through groove, of the base body is a first distance. In the second direction, the distance between the groove bottom of the second through groove and the side, away from the second through groove, of the base body is a second distance; the first distance is different from the second distance. The buffering piece has universality.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of home appliance technology, and in particular to a buffer component and a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] In the logistics and transportation process, in order to prevent damage to the internal components of appliances such as refrigerators, the industry practice is to install special protective components in the compartment space to shield the box.

[0003] Taking a side-by-side refrigerator as an example: During the packaging preparation stage, the glass panels of the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment are usually stacked and then fixed with EPS (expanded polystyrene) cushioning parts with groove designs. The grooved part of the cushioning part tightly wraps around the shelf, while its end is close to the door, thereby limiting the front and back displacement of the shelf during transportation.

[0004] However, due to the varying door-to-shelf distances between different compartments (e.g., refrigeration and freezing), existing buffer components have poor versatility. This necessitates the manufacture of buffer components in multiple sizes and makes assembly errors highly likely—if a shorter buffer component is incorrectly installed in a compartment with a larger gap, the shelf will not be adequately secured. During transport on bumpy roads, this improper securing method significantly increases the risk of shelf breakage and interior damage. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a buffer and a refrigerator, and the buffer is versatile.

[0006] This application provides a buffer, including:

[0007] The substrate has a first through groove and a second through groove on its side. The depth direction of the first through groove is a first direction, and the depth direction of the second through groove is a second direction. The first direction and the second direction intersect.

[0008] In the first direction, the distance between the bottom of the first through groove and the side of the substrate away from the first through groove is a first distance; in the second direction, the distance between the bottom of the second through groove and the side of the substrate away from the second through groove is a second distance; the first distance and the second distance are different.

[0009] In some embodiments, the depth of the first through groove and / or the second through groove is 10 mm to 50 mm.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first through groove and the second through groove have the same depth.

[0011] In some embodiments, the substrate includes a side surface, a top surface, and a bottom surface, the top surface and the bottom surface being disposed opposite each other along a third direction, the top surface and the bottom surface being connected to the side surface respectively, and the third direction being perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction respectively; the first through groove and the second through groove are disposed on the side surface.

[0012] In some embodiments, the number of sides is multiple, including a first side and a second side having opposite arrangements along a first direction, and a third side and a fourth side having opposite arrangements along a second direction; the first through groove is disposed on the first side, the distance between the bottom of the first through groove and the second side is the first distance, the second through groove is disposed on the third side, and the distance between the bottom of the second through groove and the fourth side is the second distance.

[0013] In some embodiments, the substrate is provided with an identifier, which is disposed on the top surface and / or the bottom surface.

[0014] In some embodiments, the number of the identifiers is multiple, including a first identifier and a second identifier. The first identifier is protruding from the top surface and / or the bottom surface and is configured to indicate the installation direction of the first through slot. The second identifier is recessed from the top surface and / or the bottom surface and is configured to indicate the installation direction of the second through slot.

[0015] In some embodiments, the matrix material is an elastomer.

[0016] This application also provides a refrigerator, including:

[0017] The container has compartments;

[0018] A shelf, the shelf being disposed within the compartment;

[0019] A door, which is rotatably connected to the housing, is configured to close the compartment;

[0020] A buffer element, the buffer element being the aforementioned buffer element, wherein the first through groove or the second through groove of the buffer element is clamped at the edge of the shelf, and the buffer element abuts against the door body.

[0021] In some embodiments, the number of shelves is multiple, including a first shelf and a second shelf, wherein the distance between the first shelf and the door body and the distance between the second shelf and the door body are different; wherein, the first through groove of the buffer member is clamped at the edge of the first shelf, and the side of the buffer member away from the first through groove abuts against the door body; or, the second through groove of the buffer member is clamped at the edge of the second shelf, and the side of the buffer member away from the second through groove abuts against the door body.

[0022] The buffer and refrigerator provided in this application embodiment include a base with a first through groove and a second through groove. The depth direction of the first through groove is a first direction, and the depth direction of the second through groove is a second direction. In the first direction, the distance between the bottom of the first through groove and the side of the base away from the first through groove is a first distance; in the second direction, the distance between the bottom of the second through groove and the side of the base away from the second through groove is a second distance; the first distance and the second distance are different. Applying this buffer inside a refrigerator, especially between the door and the shelf, can effectively prevent displacement during transportation. Due to the design difference between the first and second distances, this buffer can be adapted to different refrigerator models, meeting diverse space requirements, eliminating the need to customize specific buffers for each refrigerator, thereby improving versatility and production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a first structure of a buffer provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the first structure of the substrate provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a second structure of the substrate provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a second structure of the buffer provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a first structure of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0030] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a second structure of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Cross-sectional view at point AA. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0033] This application provides a buffer and a refrigerator, and the buffer is versatile.

[0034] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a first structure of a buffer provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0035] This application provides a buffer 10, which includes a base 11. The base 11 refers to the part that constitutes the main structure of the object and has a specific geometric shape. For example, the base 11 can be a sphere, cylinder, prism or other arbitrary three-dimensional shape.

[0036] The substrate 11 is provided with a first through groove 12 and a second through groove 13. The depth direction of the first through groove 12 is a first direction X, and the depth direction of the second through groove 13 is a second direction Y. The first direction X and the second direction Y intersect. The first direction X and the second direction Y can be perpendicular or not perpendicular.

[0037] Please see Figure 2 , Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the first structure of the substrate provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0038] In the first direction X, the distance between the bottom of the first through groove 12 and the side of the base 11 away from the first through groove 12 is the first distance D1; in the second direction Y, the distance between the bottom of the second through groove 13 and the side of the base 11 away from the second through groove 13 is the second distance D2. The first distance D1 and the second distance D2 are different.

[0039] By setting different distances between the first through slot 12 and the second through slot 13, the buffer 10 can more accurately adapt to different installation environments or space constraints, without having to customize a specific buffer 10 for each application scenario, thereby greatly improving the product's versatility and production efficiency.

[0040] The groove depth of the first through groove 12 and / or the second through groove 13 is 10mm to 50mm, for example, 20mm, 30mm, or 40mm. Groove depth refers to the vertical distance from the opening to the bottom of the through groove. The groove depth directly affects the mechanical properties and spatial adaptability of the buffer 10. The groove depth range provided in this embodiment ensures that the buffer 10 provides sufficient support and stability during installation, while also preventing material waste or reduced structural strength due to excessive groove depth. This design balances functionality with economy and practicality.

[0041] The first through groove 12 and the second through groove 13 have the same depth. Having the same depth makes the mechanical performance of the buffer 10 more consistent in different directions, thereby improving its overall stability and reliability. At the same time, this design simplifies the manufacturing process, reduces production costs, and improves production efficiency.

[0042] In some embodiments, the base 11 is a cylinder or a prism, such as a cylinder, triangular prism, square prism, pentagonal prism, or hexagonal prism. The choice of these shapes depends on the specific application requirements and design considerations. Cylinders, due to their continuous curved surfaces and good load-bearing capacity, are often used in applications requiring radial pressure; while prisms, due to their well-defined edges and ease of machining, are more suitable for applications requiring precise positioning or assembly.

[0043] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a second structure of the substrate provided in an embodiment of this application. The substrate 11 includes a side surface 111, a top surface 112, and a bottom surface 113. The top surface 112 and the bottom surface 113 are arranged opposite each other along a third direction Z. The top surface 112 and the bottom surface 113 are respectively connected to the side surface 111. The third direction Z is perpendicular to the first direction X and the second direction Y. The first through groove 12 and the second through groove 13 are provided on the side surface 111. By reasonably selecting the shape of the substrate 11, optimizing the structural features, and cleverly utilizing the first through groove 12 and the second through groove 13, the optimal balance of the substrate 11 in terms of load-bearing capacity, stability, flexibility, and functional diversity can be achieved.

[0044] Furthermore, the base 11 is an n-hedral prism, where n is an even number and greater than or equal to 4. For example, the base 11 is a square prism, a hexagonal prism, or an octagonal prism. Please refer to the embodiments in this application for further details. Figure 2 The plurality of sides 111 include a first side 1111 and a second side 1112 that are disposed opposite to each other along a first direction X, and a third side 1113 and a fourth side 1114 that are disposed opposite to each other along a second direction Y. A first through groove 12 is disposed on the first side 1111, and a second through groove 13 is disposed on the third side 1113.

[0045] The first through groove 12 is provided on the first side surface 1111. The distance between the bottom of the first through groove 12 and the second side surface 1112 is a first distance D1. This distance is set to take into account specific installation or space requirements. The second through groove 13 is provided on the third side surface 1113. The distance between the bottom of the second through groove 13 and the third side surface 1113 is a second distance D2. The first distance D1 and the second distance D2 are different. This differentiated design reflects the flexibility of the buffer 10 in terms of spatial adaptation.

[0046] When the base 11 is installed inside the refrigerator, the first through groove 12 or the second through groove 13 engages with the shelf, and correspondingly, the second side 1112 or the fourth side 1114 abuts against the refrigerator door. Relatively speaking, the arrangement of the first side 1111, the second side 1112, the third side 1113, and the fourth side 1114 increases the contact area between the buffer 10 and the shelf and door, restricting the shelf's forward and backward movement and preventing the shelf from slipping or the interior from being damaged due to road bumps during transportation. This further improves the reliability of protection and the stability of transportation.

[0047] Please see Figure 4 , Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a second structure of the buffer provided in an embodiment of this application. The base 11 is provided with a marking 14, which is located on the top surface 112 and / or the bottom surface 113. The marking 14 can be an arrow and / or an abbreviation. Visual observation can effectively assist users or staff in quickly distinguishing directions and clamping the buffer 10 onto the shelf in the correct orientation.

[0048] There are multiple identifiers 14. The multiple identifiers 14 include a first identifier 141 and a second identifier 142. The first identifier 141 is configured to indicate the installation direction of the first through slot 12, and the second identifier 142 is configured to indicate the installation direction of the second through slot 13.

[0049] For example, the refrigerator's compartments are divided into a refrigeration compartment or a freezer compartment. The distance between the shelf and the door in the refrigeration compartment is a first spacing, and the distance between the shelf and the door in the freezer compartment is a second spacing; the first spacing and the second spacing are different. The first distance D1 of the base 11 corresponds to the first spacing and also corresponds to the first through slot 12. Please continue reading. Figure 4 The first identifier 141 indicates the first through-slot 12, and the first identifier 141 is an arrow pointing to the installation direction of the first through-slot 12 and the abbreviation for "refrigeration" (LC). The second distance D2 of the substrate 11 corresponds to the second spacing and also to the second through-slot 13. The second identifier 142 indicates the second through-slot 13, and the second identifier 142 is an arrow pointing to the installation direction of the second through-slot 13 and the abbreviation for "freezing" (LD).

[0050] In some cases, please refer to [the relevant documentation]. Figure 4 The first mark 141 is protruding on the top surface 112 and / or the bottom surface 113, and the second mark 142 is recessed on the top surface 112 and / or the bottom surface 113. Users or staff can place the cushioning component 10 in the corresponding compartment according to the mark 14 on its surface. If the mark 14 is not visible, the protrusion or recess of the mark 14 can also be used to help determine its placement.

[0051] The matrix 11 is made of an elastomer, such as rubber, silicone, foamed polyethylene, or EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer). These materials all have good elastic deformation capacity and resilience, which can meet the requirements for cushioning performance.

[0052] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a first structure of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0053] This application embodiment also provides a refrigerator 100, which includes a body 40, a shelf 30, a door 20, and a buffer member 10. The body 40 refers to the main structure of the refrigerator 100, typically made of materials such as metal or plastic, and has an internal compartment 41 for storing food. The shelf 30 refers to the planar structure inside the refrigerator 100 for placing items, and its height or position can usually be adjusted as needed. The shelf 30 can be made of transparent plastic or glass. The door 20 is a component of the refrigerator 100 used to close or open the compartment 41, and is typically rotatably connected to the body 40 via hinges or other components to open or close the compartment 41.

[0054] Please see Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this application. The refrigerator body 40 has a compartment 41. A shelf 30 is disposed within the compartment 41. A door 20 is rotatably connected to the refrigerator body 40 and is configured to close the compartment 41. The buffer member 10 is the same as in the above embodiment, with a first through groove 12 or a second through groove 13 clamped at the edge of the shelf 30, and the buffer member 10 abutting against the door 20.

[0055] For example, the distances between different shelves 30 and the door 20 are different. There are multiple shelves 30, including a first shelf and a second shelf, and the distances between the first shelf and the door 20 are different for the second shelf and the door 20. The first through groove 12 of the buffer member 10 is clamped at the edge of the first shelf, and the side of the buffer member 10 away from the first through groove 12 abuts against the door 20; or, the second through groove 13 of the buffer member 10 is clamped at the edge of the second shelf, and the side of the buffer member 10 away from the second through groove 13 abuts against the door 20.

[0056] For example, considering the functional and temperature differences of the different compartments 41 inside the refrigerator 100, the distance between the shelf 30 and the door 20 is also set differently. For instance, in the refrigerator compartment, the distance between the shelf 30 and the door 20 is set as a first gap, while in the freezer compartment, this distance is set as a second gap. The first gap and the second gap are different. This design not only meets the storage space requirements of the different compartments 41, but also ensures a uniform temperature distribution inside the refrigerator 100.

[0057] To more precisely control the distance between the shelf 30 and the door 20, the design of the buffer 10 has also been further optimized. Please continue reading. Figure 2 , Figure 7 as well as Figure 8 , Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a second structure of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 8 for Figure 7 The cross-sectional view at point AA. The first distance D1 and the second distance D2 of the base 11 correspond to the distance between the shelf 30 and the door 20 in the refrigerated compartment and the frozen compartment, respectively, and also correspond to the first through groove 12 and the second through groove 13 on the buffer member 10. For example, the first through groove 12 of the buffer member 10 is clamped at the edge of the shelf 30 in the refrigerated compartment, and the side of the buffer member 10 away from the first through groove 12 abuts against the door 20; or, the second through groove 13 of the buffer member 10 is clamped at the edge of the shelf 30 in the frozen compartment, and the side of the buffer member 10 away from the second through groove 13 abuts against the door 20.

[0058] The buffer 10 and refrigerator 100 provided in this application embodiment include a base 11. The base 11 has a first side 1111 and a second side 1112 in a first direction X, and a third side 1113 and a fourth side 1114 in a second direction Y. A first through groove 12 is provided on the first side 1111, and the distance from the bottom of the groove to the second side 1112 is a first distance D1. A second through groove 13 is provided on the third side 1113, and the distance from the bottom of the groove to the fourth side 1114 is a second distance D2. The first distance D1 and the second distance D2 are different. Applying this buffer 10 to the inside of the refrigerator 100, especially between the door 20 and the shelf 30, can effectively prevent displacement problems during transportation. Due to the design difference between the first distance D1 and the second distance D2, the buffer 10 can be adapted to different models of refrigerators 100, meeting diverse space requirements, without the need to customize a specific buffer 10 for each refrigerator 100, thereby improving versatility and production efficiency.

[0059] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0060] In the description of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more features.

[0061] The buffer and refrigerator provided in the embodiments of this application have been described in detail above. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application, and the descriptions of the embodiments above are only for the purpose of helping to understand this application. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize that, based on the ideas of this application, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. A cushioning element characterized by, The base body is provided with a first through groove and a second through groove, the groove depth direction of the first through groove is a first direction, the groove depth direction of the second through groove is a second direction, the first direction intersects with the second direction; in the first direction, the distance between the groove bottom of the first through groove and the side of the base body away from the first through groove is a first distance; in the second direction, the distance between the groove bottom of the second through groove and the side of the base body away from the second through groove is a second distance; the first distance is different from the second distance. The groove depth of the first through groove and / or the second through groove is 10mm to 50mm. The groove depth of the first through groove and the second through groove is the same.

2. The bumper of claim 1, wherein The base body includes a side surface, a top surface and a bottom surface, the top surface and the bottom surface are oppositely arranged along a third direction, the top surface and the bottom surface are respectively connected with the side surface, the third direction is perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction respectively; the first through groove and the second through groove are arranged on the side surface.

3. The bumper of claim 2, wherein, The number of the side surfaces is multiple, the multiple side surfaces include a first side surface and a second side surface oppositely arranged along the first direction, a third side surface and a fourth side surface oppositely arranged along the second direction; the first through groove is arranged on the first side surface, the distance between the groove bottom of the first through groove and the second side surface is the first distance, the second through groove is arranged on the third side surface, the distance between the groove bottom of the second through groove and the fourth side surface is the second distance.

4. The bumper of any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The base body is provided with an identifier, the identifier is arranged on the top surface and / or the bottom surface.

5. The bumper of claim 4, wherein, The number of the identifiers is multiple, the multiple identifiers include a first identifier and a second identifier, the first identifier is protruded on the top surface and / or the bottom surface, the first identifier is configured to indicate the installation direction of the first through groove, the second identifier is recessed on the top surface and / or the bottom surface, the first identifier is configured to indicate the installation direction of the second through groove.

6. The bumper of claim 4, wherein, The material of the base body is an elastomer.

7. The bumper of claim 6, wherein, The box body has a cabin; 8. The bumper of any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The shelf is arranged in the cabin; 9. A refrigerator characterized by comprising: The door body is rotationally connected with the box body, and is configured to close the cabin; The buffer member is the buffer member of any one of claims 1 to 8, the first through groove or the second through groove of the buffer member is clamped on the edge of the shelf, and the buffer member abuts against the door body. The number of the shelves is multiple, the multiple shelves include a first shelf and a second shelf, the distance between the first shelf and the door body is different from the distance between the second shelf and the door body; wherein the first through groove of the buffer member is clamped on the edge of the first shelf, the side of the buffer member away from the first through groove abuts against the door body, or the second through groove of the buffer member is clamped on the edge of the second shelf, and the side of the buffer member away from the second through groove abuts against the door body. ​ ​ 10. The refrigerator according to claim 9, characterized in that, ​

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