Refrigerator

Abstract

This application provides a refrigerator, which includes a shell, a liner, and a display mounting component. The shell includes a middle plate, a first side plate, and a second side plate. The first and second side plates are respectively connected to the two sides of the middle plate to form a U-shaped structure with a central space. The liner is disposed within the central space. The display mounting component is used to install a display element. The display mounting component is disposed within the central space and located between the shell and the liner. A first side of the display mounting component engages with the middle plate, and a fourth side engages with the liner; and / or, a second side engages with the first side plate, and a third side engages with the second side plate. By aligning and limiting the movement of the middle plate, first side plate, second side plate, and liner of the shell, and simultaneously engaging the first side with the middle plate, the fourth side with the liner, and / or engaging the second side with the first side plate and the third side with the second side plate, the assembly of the display mounting component is achieved, greatly improving assembly efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application falls under the field of household appliances, and more specifically, relates to a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] As an indispensable home appliance in modern families, refrigerators play an important role in food preservation, refrigeration and freezing. With the development of technology, they are constantly incorporating intelligent elements, and some refrigerators have set up display components on the cabinet.

[0003] To install these display components, refrigerators are equipped with corresponding display mounting hardware. However, current display mounting hardware is typically fixed to the refrigerator using screws, resulting in low assembly efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a refrigerator that solves the technical problem of low assembly efficiency of display mounting components in existing refrigerators.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted in this application is: to provide a refrigerator, the refrigerator comprising:

[0006] The shell includes a middle plate, a first side plate, and a second side plate, which are respectively connected to the two sides of the middle plate to form a U-shaped structure with a central space.

[0007] The inner container; the inner container is located within the central space;

[0008] Display mounting component; The display mounting component is used to install the display component. The display mounting component is disposed in the central space and located between the housing and the inner box. The display mounting component has a first side opposite to the middle plate, a second side opposite to the first side plate, a third side opposite to the second side plate, and a fourth side opposite to the inner box.

[0009] The first side is engaged with the middle plate, and the fourth side is engaged with the inner liner; and / or, the second side is engaged with the first side plate, and the third side is engaged with the second side plate.

[0010] Optionally, the middle plate is provided with a first groove, and a first snap-fit ​​part is provided on the first side, the first snap-fit ​​part snaps into the first groove;

[0011] The second side is provided with a second snap-fit ​​part, and the first side plate is provided with a second groove, and the second snap-fit ​​part snaps into the second groove.

[0012] A third snap-fit ​​portion is provided on the third side, and a third groove is provided on the second side plate. The third snap-fit ​​portion snaps into the third groove. Optionally, the first snap-fit ​​portion includes a first protrusion located on the first side of the display mounting component, and the first groove includes a first groove edge opposite to the first protrusion. The first groove edge includes a first guide section and a first snap-fit ​​section connected to each other. The first guide section is located on the side of the first guide section near the groove opening of the first groove. The first snap-fit ​​section is inclined towards the inside of the first groove in the direction close to the first guide section, so that the first protrusion snaps into the first snap-fit ​​section. The first guide section is inclined towards the outside of the first groove in the direction away from the first snap-fit ​​section, so that the first guide section is used to guide the first protrusion to snap into the first snap-fit ​​section.

[0013] The second snap-fit ​​portion includes a second protrusion located on the first side of the display mounting member. The second groove includes a second groove edge opposite to the second protrusion. The second groove edge includes a second guide section and a second snap-fit ​​section connected to each other. The second guide section is located on the side of the second guide section near the groove opening of the second groove. The second snap-fit ​​section is inclined towards the inner side of the second groove in the direction close to the second guide section, so that the second protrusion snaps into the second snap-fit ​​section. The second guide section is inclined towards the outer side of the second groove in the direction away from the second snap-fit ​​section, so that the second guide section is used to guide the second protrusion into the second snap-fit ​​section.

[0014] The third latching portion includes a third protrusion located on the first side of the display mounting member. The third groove includes a third groove edge opposite to the third protrusion. The third groove edge includes a third guide section and a third latching section connected to each other. The third guide section is located on the groove side of the third guide section near the opening of the third groove. The third latching section is inclined towards the inner side of the third groove in the direction close to the third guide section, so that the third protrusion latches onto the third latching section. The third guide section is inclined towards the outer side of the third groove in the direction away from the third latching section, so that the third guide section is used to guide the third protrusion to latch into the third latching section.

[0015] Optionally, the first snap-fit ​​portion further includes a first step located on the second side of the display mount, the second side being the opposite side of the first side;

[0016] A first limiting part is provided on the side of the first groove opposite to the first step, and the first step is engaged with the first limiting part;

[0017] The second snap-fit ​​portion also includes a second step located on the second side of the display mounting component. The second side is the opposite side of the first side. A second limiting portion is provided on the side of the second groove opposite to the second step. The second step and the second limiting portion snap-fit ​​together.

[0018] The third locking part also includes a third step located on the second side of the display mounting component. A third limiting part is provided on the side of the third groove opposite to the third step, and the third step and the third limiting part are locked together.

[0019] Optionally, a fourth groove is provided on the fourth side, and a fourth snap-fit ​​part is provided on the inner box;

[0020] The refrigerator also includes an upper crossbeam, on which a fifth slot is provided, a fourth slot is fitted onto the side of the fifth slot away from the slot opening, and a fourth snap-fit ​​part snaps into the fifth slot.

[0021] The fourth slot includes a fourth slot edge near the front of the refrigerator, and the upper crossbeam includes a sixth slot, which includes a fifth slot edge near the front of the refrigerator.

[0022] The fourth slot edge is located within the sixth slot body so that the fifth slot edge covers the fourth slot edge on the front side of the refrigerator.

[0023] Optionally, the upper crossbeam and housing are made of metal, while the display mounting parts are made of plastic.

[0024] Optionally, the sixth compartment also includes a sixth compartment edge away from the front of the refrigerator, and a latch is provided on the sixth compartment edge;

[0025] A first buckle is provided on the side of the fourth groove facing the sixth groove, and the first buckle is engaged in the slot.

[0026] Optionally, a first limiting step is provided on the side of the fourth slot facing the front of the refrigerator, and the fifth slot abuts against the first limiting step.

[0027] Optionally, the refrigerator also includes a door and a hinge, wherein the display mounting bracket is provided with a door mounting position, the hinge is connected to the door mounting position, and the door is hinged to the hinge;

[0028] The refrigerator also includes a pad and a connector. The pad is located on the side of the display mounting component away from the hinge. The display mounting component has a connection hole corresponding to the pad. The hinge is connected to the pad through the connection hole via the connector.

[0029] The mounting plate has a positioning groove, and the plate is placed in the positioning groove to position the plate.

[0030] A second latch is provided on one side of the display mounting component corresponding to the hinge, and the hinge is engaged with the second latch; and / or, a third latch is provided on one side of the display mounting component corresponding to the pad, and the pad is engaged with the third latch.

[0031] Optionally, the refrigerator also includes a cover, and the display mounting component is provided with a plurality of door mounting positions, including a first door mounting position and a second door mounting position. The first door mounting position is located on the display mounting component near the second side, and the second door mounting position is located on the display mounting component near the third side.

[0032] The door is connected to one of the first door mounting positions and the second door mounting position by a hinge, and the cover covers the other of the first door mounting position and the second door mounting position.

[0033] The beneficial effects of the refrigerator provided in this application are as follows: Compared with the prior art, in the embodiment of this application, the refrigerator displays the mounting component in the central space formed by the shell, and places it between the shell and the liner. The middle plate, the first side plate, the second side plate of the shell and the liner are aligned for positioning. At the same time, the first side is engaged with the middle plate, the fourth side is engaged with the liner, and / or the second side is engaged with the first side plate and the third side is engaged with the second side plate, thereby realizing the assembly of the display mounting component. Compared with traditional bolt connections and other methods, the assembly efficiency is greatly improved. Attached Figure Description

[0034] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art 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.

[0035] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the refrigerator's appearance in an embodiment of this application;

[0036] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator with its door open, as shown in an embodiment of this application.

[0037] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the housing in an embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first side of the display mounting component in an embodiment of this application;

[0039] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the installation position of the display mounting component in an embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the housing and the display mounting component in an embodiment of this application;

[0041] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A partial schematic diagram of the AA section view in the image;

[0042] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point I in the image;

[0043] Figure 9 This is a perspective view of the first side of the display mounting component in an embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of the second side of the display mounting component in an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 11 for Figure 6 A partial schematic diagram of the BB section view in the image;

[0046] Figure 12 for Figure 11 Enlarged view of section II in the image;

[0047] Figure 13 for Figure 11 Enlarged view of point III in the image;

[0048] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the box liner and the display mounting component in an embodiment of this application;

[0049] Figure 15 for Figure 14 A partial schematic diagram of the CC section view in the image;

[0050] Figure 16 for Figure 15 Enlarged view of point IV in the image;

[0051] Figure 17 This is an assembly diagram of the upper crossbeam and the display mounting component at one angle in an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 18 This is an assembly diagram of the upper crossbeam and display mounting component from another angle in an embodiment of this application;

[0053] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator with a hidden door, as shown in an embodiment of this application.

[0054] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of one side of the hinge assembly in an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram of the other side of the hinge assembly in an embodiment of this application;

[0056] Figure 22 for Figure 20 Enlarged view of point V in the image;

[0057] Figure 23 for Figure 20 Enlarged view of section VI.

[0058] In the figures, the following reference numerals are used: Refrigerator 100; Shell 1; Middle plate 11; First slot 111; First slot edge 1111; First guide section 1112; First locking section 1113; First limiting part 1114; First side plate 12; Second slot 121; Second slot edge 1211; Second guide section 1212; Second locking section 1213; Second limiting part 1214; Second side plate 13; Third slot 131; Third slot edge 1311; Third guide section 1312; Third locking section 1313; Third limiting part 1314; Middle space 14; Cabinet liner 2; Fourth locking part 21; Fourth protrusion 211; Second limiting step 212; Display component 30; Display mounting component 3; First side 31; First locking part 311; First protrusion 31 11; First step 3112; Second side 32; Second locking part 321; Second protrusion 3211; Second step 3212; Third side 33; Third locking part 331; Third protrusion 3311; Third step 3312; Fourth side 34; Fourth groove 341; Fourth groove edge 3411; First buckle 3412; First limiting step 3413; Door mounting position 35; Cover 36; Positioning groove 351; Second buckle 352, Third buckle 353; Upper crossbeam 4; Fifth groove 41; Seventh groove edge 411; Fourth guide section 412; Fourth locking section 413; Sixth groove 42; Fifth groove edge 421; Sixth groove edge 422; Buckle 423; Door body 5; Hinge 51; Connecting plate 511; Pad 52; Connector 53. Detailed Implementation

[0059] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects to be solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0060] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component.

[0061] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0062] Furthermore, 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, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0063] With the popularization of smart home technology, more and more refrigerators are equipped with display components. These display components, with the screen as the core, can also integrate driver chips, sensors, touch modules and other circuit devices, becoming an important window for human-computer interaction. Through the display components, users can not only view basic information such as the refrigerator's internal temperature and operating mode in real time, but also realize functions such as food management, intelligent recipe recommendations, and remote temperature control through touch operation. They can even link with other smart home devices to build a full-scene smart living experience.

[0064] From a design perspective, some refrigerators place the display components on the front upper part of the cabinet. To secure these display components, a mounting bracket is typically installed on the front upper part of the refrigerator. However, in actual production and assembly, most refrigerators still rely on traditional screw connections for fixing the display brackets, resulting in low assembly efficiency.

[0065] To address the aforementioned problems, the following embodiments of this application provide a refrigerator. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 4 The refrigerator 100 provided in this application embodiment will now be described. The refrigerator 100 includes:

[0066] The housing 1 includes a middle plate 11, a first side plate 12, and a second side plate 13. The first side plate 12 and the second side plate 13 are respectively connected to the two sides of the middle plate 11 to form a U-shaped structure with a central space 14.

[0067] Box liner 2; Box liner 2 is located within the central space 14;

[0068] Display mounting component 3; Display mounting component 3 is used to install display component 30. Display mounting component 3 is disposed in the central space 14 and located between housing 1 and box liner 2. Display mounting component 3 has a first side 31 opposite to the middle plate 11, a second side 32 opposite to the first side plate 12, a third side 33 opposite to the second side plate 13, and a fourth side 34 opposite to the box liner 2.

[0069] The first side 31 is engaged with the middle plate 11, and the fourth side 34 is engaged with the inner liner 2; and / or, the second side 32 is engaged with the first side plate 12, and the third side 33 is engaged with the second side plate 13.

[0070] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 The diagram shown is a schematic of the refrigerator 100 in this embodiment. The casing 1 is located on the outside of the refrigerator 100 and serves to support and protect the internal structure. Figure 3 As shown, the shell 1 comprises three main structures: a middle plate 11 and a first side plate 12 and a second side plate 13 connected to both sides of the middle plate 11. This structural design forms a U-shaped central space 14, providing a specific spatial framework for the installation of other components inside the refrigerator 100, and also laying the foundation for the overall appearance and structural stability of the refrigerator 100. Typically, the structure composed of the middle plate 11, the first side plate 12, and the second side plate 13 in the shell 1 is also referred to as a U-shell. The U-shell can be integrally formed from a single raw material through processes such as stamping. This integrally formed U-shell structure is usually quite robust, with strong integrity, tighter connections between parts, no seams, and good sealing performance and aesthetics. Alternatively, the U-shell can be assembled from multiple components through welding, snap-fitting, or other methods. During manufacturing, each component can be produced separately and then assembled, offering high production flexibility and facilitating the adjustment and replacement of parts. In addition to the U-shell, the shell 1 may also include a rear shell plate, a bottom cover, and other structures to provide overall protection and support for the refrigerator 100.

[0071] like Figure 2 As shown, the inner liner 2 is the part of the refrigerator 100 directly used for storing items. The inner liner 2 is placed within the central space 14 formed by the U-shaped shell, maintaining a low-temperature environment so that food can be preserved at a suitable temperature for a longer period. The inner wall of the inner liner 2 is usually smooth for easy cleaning. Its shape and size are designed according to the different types and capacities of the refrigerator 100 to fully utilize the internal space and improve space utilization. Shelves, drawers, crisper drawers, and other structures can be installed inside the inner liner 2 to divide the space and store items in an orderly manner.

[0072] The outer shell 1 and the inner liner 2 together form the main structure of the box, such as Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the display component 30 of the refrigerator 100 is installed on the cabinet. The display component 30 mainly includes a display screen and related circuit devices such as driver chips, sensors, and touch modules. It is an important window for human-computer interaction. Through the display component 30, users can not only view basic information such as the internal temperature and operating mode of the refrigerator 100 in real time, but also realize functions such as food management, intelligent recipe recommendation, and remote temperature control through touch operation. It can even be linked with other smart home devices to build a full-scene smart life experience.

[0073] To facilitate the installation of the display component 30, a display mounting component 3 is provided in the refrigerator 100 of this embodiment. The display mounting component 3 has various structural forms depending on the actual layout requirements, including box-shaped, plate-shaped, and other structures. In this embodiment, the display mounting component 3 is located within the central space 14 between the U-shaped shell and the inner liner 2. Figure 4 As shown, it has a first side 31, a second side 32, a third side 33 and a fourth side 34. During assembly, these four sides are respectively opposite to the middle plate 11, the first side plate 12, the second side plate 13 and the inner box 2 of the housing 1. The middle plate 11, the first side plate 12, the second side plate 13 and the inner box 2 can respectively limit the four sides of the display mounting component 3, providing a basis for its stable installation.

[0074] There are several possible installation options for mounting component 3. Figure 5 For example, in one embodiment, the display mounting component 3 only has its first side 31 engaged with the middle plate 11 of the housing 1 and its fourth side 34 engaged with the liner 2. This, combined with the first side plate 12 and the second side 32 facing each other, and the second side plate 13 and the third side 33 facing each other, provides a limiting function for the second side 32 and the third side 33, thus achieving the fixed installation of the display mounting component 3. For example, this installation method can be used in some refrigerators 100 where the middle plate 11 of the housing 1 has a slot, but the first side plate 12 and the second side plate 13 do not.

[0075] In another embodiment, the display mounting component 3 has its second side 32 engaged with the first side plate 12 of the housing 1 and its third side 33 engaged with the second side plate 13 of the housing 1. This, combined with the limiting effect of the intermediate plate 11 and the liner 2, achieves a fixed installation of the display mounting component 3. For example, this installation method can be used in some refrigerators 100 where the housing 1 only has slots on the first side plate 12 and the second side plate 13, but no slot on the intermediate plate 11.

[0076] In another embodiment, the first side 31 of the display mounting member 3 engages with the middle plate 11, the fourth side 34 engages with the inner liner 2, the second side 32 engages with the first side plate 12, and the third side 33 engages with the second side plate 13. Through the omnidirectional engagement of the four sides of the display mounting member 3, the display mounting member 3 is securely locked in a predetermined position. For example, this mounting method can be used in some refrigerators 100 where the middle plate 11, the first side plate 12, and the second side plate 13 of the housing 1 all have slots.

[0077] In this embodiment, the display mounting component 3 is positioned on each side by the housing 1 and the inner liner 2. The first side 31 engages with the middle plate 11, the fourth side 34 engages with the inner liner 2, and / or the second side 32 engages with the first side plate 12, and the third side 33 engages with the second side plate 13. This assembly of the display mounting component 3 typically does not require additional tools, such as screwdrivers for screw connections. Simply aligning the corresponding sides and snapping them into their respective positions greatly improves assembly efficiency. Simultaneously, the snap-fit ​​connection ensures connection stability and can withstand certain external forces, ensuring that the display mounting component 3 does not loosen or shift during the use of the refrigerator 100, thereby guaranteeing the normal operation of the display component 30.

[0078] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments of this application, the intermediate plate 11 is provided with a first groove 111, and the first side 31 is provided with a first snap-fit ​​part 311, which snaps into the first groove 111.

[0079] In this embodiment, the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 on the first side 31 of the display mounting member 3 forms a convex-concave mating structure with the first groove 111 of the intermediate plate 11. The first groove 111 forms a slot structure to accommodate the first snap-fit ​​portion 311, allowing the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 to snap into it. The specific structural forms of the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 and the first groove 111 can be designed according to requirements. For example, the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 can be a protrusion with barbs, an elastic claw, etc., while the first groove 111 can be a matching groove, a blind hole, or a through hole, etc. During assembly, the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 can be pressed into the first groove 111 by force, and the locking is achieved by utilizing the elastic deformation of the material or the snap-fit ​​structure.

[0080] During assembly, the first snap-fit ​​part 311 and the first slot 111 can be simply aligned and inserted into each other. Compared to screw connections, this eliminates the tedious operations of tightening screws and calibrating positions, improving production efficiency and shortening product assembly time. In some existing refrigerators 100, the middle plate 11 itself is part of the shell 1 and already has a snap-fit ​​slot, which can serve as the first slot 111. Therefore, when installing the display mounting part 3, no additional connection structure needs to be fabricated, reducing mold development costs and material consumption.

[0081] Please see Figure 8 and Figure 9In some embodiments of this application, the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 includes a first protrusion 3111 located on the first side of the display mounting member 3, and the first groove 111 includes a first groove edge 1111 opposite to the first protrusion 3111. The first groove edge 1111 includes a first guide section 1112 and a first snap-fit ​​section 1113 connected to each other. The first guide section 1112 is located on the side of the first guide section 1112 close to the groove opening of the first groove 111.

[0082] The first snap-fit ​​segment 1113 is inclined toward the inside of the first groove 111 in the direction close to the first guide segment 1112, so that the first protrusion 3111 snaps into the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113; the first guide segment 1112 is inclined toward the outside of the first groove 111 in the direction away from the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113, so that the first guide segment 1112 is used to guide the first protrusion 3111 into the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113.

[0083] In this embodiment, the first latching portion 311 includes a first protrusion 3111. The first protrusion 3111 is a protruding structure provided on the first side of the display mounting member 3. The first side can be the side of the display mounting member 3 facing the front of the refrigerator 100, or it can be the side of the display mounting member 3 facing the rear of the refrigerator 100. Here, the front of the refrigerator 100 refers to the side of the refrigerator 100 where the refrigerator door is installed, which is also the side where the liner 2 opens for taking out and putting in items. The rear side refers to the side opposite to the front side. Figure 8 In the illustrated embodiment, the first side is the side of the display mounting 3 facing the rear of the refrigerator 100. This side has relatively ample space to accommodate the first protrusion 3111, and also provides sufficient space for the first groove edge 1111 of the first groove 111. The first protrusion 3111 is the key part of this snap-fit, enabling it to connect with the corresponding first groove 111. From a manufacturing perspective, providing a protrusion on the side is relatively easy to process, requiring no complex processes or molds, which helps reduce production costs and improve production efficiency. It can usually be processed by injection molding or stamping in one piece. The opposite side of the first protrusion 3111, i.e., the second side referred to below, can form a corresponding groove structure, keeping the overall thickness of the first snap-fit ​​part 311 relatively small and increasing the elastic deformation performance of the first protrusion 3111.

[0084] The first groove 111 is constrained by its two side groove edges to form a groove structure, with the first groove edge 1111 being one of the groove edges. The first groove edge 1111 is located on the side opposite to the first protrusion 3111, and its design is to interact with the first protrusion 3111 to achieve a snap-fit ​​function. Specifically, the first groove edge 1111 is divided into a first guide section 1112 and a first snap-fit ​​section 1113. The first guide section 1112 is located near the groove opening, while the first snap-fit ​​section 1113 is located away from the groove opening. Here, the groove opening refers to the opening in the first groove 111 into which the first snap-fit ​​part 311 snaps in.

[0085] The first snap-fit ​​segment 1113 is inclined towards the inside of the first groove 111 in the direction near the first guide segment 1112. The inside of the first groove 111 is the space that accommodates the first snap-fit ​​part 311. Because the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113 is inclined towards the inside of the first groove 111 in the direction near the first guide segment 1112, the internal space of the first groove 111 restricted by the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113 becomes smaller and smaller, so that the inclined shape can match the first protrusion 3111. When the first protrusion 3111 enters the groove, it is snapped in place by the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113, thereby realizing the snap-fit ​​fixation between the display mounting part 3 and the intermediate plate 11. Relying on the snap-fit ​​engagement of the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113 and the first protrusion 3111, as long as the first protrusion 3111 can be snapped into the first snap-fit ​​segment 1113, the two have relatively sufficient adjustment position. Therefore, this embodiment can also tolerate dimensional errors in the manufacturing and installation process to a certain extent, ensuring the reliability and adaptability of the entire snap-fit ​​structure.

[0086] The first guide section 1112 is inclined outward from the first groove 111 in a direction away from the first snap-fit ​​section 1113. That is, the closer the first guide section 1112 is to the groove opening, the more it expands outward, so that the first groove 111 has a relatively large groove opening, which facilitates the snap-fit ​​part 311 to be snapped in. When the first snap-fit ​​part 311 is snapped in, its first protrusion 3111 can slide smoothly into the first groove 111 along the inclined surface of the first guide section 1112, guiding the first protrusion 3111 to be accurately snapped into the first snap-fit ​​section 1113, making the assembly process smoother and reducing the difficulty and time of installation.

[0087] Please see Figure 8 and Figure 10 In some embodiments of this application, the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 further includes a first step 3112 located on the second side of the display mounting member 3, the second side being the opposite side of the first side; a first limiting portion 1114 is provided on the side of the first groove 111 opposite to the first step 3112, and the first step 3112 snaps into the first limiting portion 1114.

[0088] In this embodiment, in addition to the first protrusion 3111 for engaging on the first side, a first step 3112 is provided on the opposite second side of the display mounting member 3. Correspondingly, a first limiting part 1114 is provided on the first groove 111 at a position corresponding to the first step 3112. The shape of the first limiting part 1114 generally corresponds to the first step 3112, so that the first limiting part 1114 can engage with the first step 3112. For example... Figure 8 In the illustrated embodiment, the first limiting part 1114 is a protruding structure adapted to the first step 3112, which can be formed by bending, stamping, or other methods. Based on the engagement of the first protrusion 3111 and the first groove edge 1111, the cooperation between the first step 3112 and the limiting part can constrain the display mounting part 3 from the opposite direction, thereby enhancing the engagement performance of the first protrusion 3111 and preventing the first engaging part 311 and the first groove 111 from separating after engagement.

[0089] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 11 In some embodiments of this application, the second side 32 is provided with a second snap-fit ​​portion 321, the first side plate 12 is provided with a second groove 121, and the second snap-fit ​​portion 321 snaps into the second groove 121; the third side 33 is provided with a third snap-fit ​​portion 331, the second side plate 13 is provided with a third groove 131, and the third snap-fit ​​portion 331 snaps into the third groove 131.

[0090] In this embodiment, the mating relationship between the second side 32 of the mounting component 3 and the first side plate 12 of the housing 1, and the mating relationship between the third side 33 and the second side plate 13, are similar to the mating relationship between the first side 31 and the intermediate plate 11 described above. Specifically, the second snap-fit ​​portion 321 provided on the second side 32 forms a convex-concave mating structure with the second groove 121 of the first side plate 12. The second groove 121 forms a slot structure to accommodate the second snap-fit ​​portion 321, allowing the second snap-fit ​​portion 321 to snap into it. The specific structural forms of the second snap-fit ​​portion 321 and the second groove 121 can be referenced to the first snap-fit ​​portion 311 and the first groove 111. During assembly, the second snap-fit ​​portion 321 is pressed into the second groove 121, and the second side 32 is secured to the first side plate 12 by utilizing the elastic deformation of the material or the snap-fit ​​structure. Similarly, the third engaging portion 331 on the third side 33 forms a convex-concave fit structure with the third groove 131 of the second side plate 13. The third groove 131 forms a slot structure to accommodate the third engaging portion 331, allowing the third engaging portion 331 to be engaged within it. The specific structural forms of the third engaging portion 331 and the third groove 131 can also be referenced to the first engaging portion 311 and the first groove 111. During assembly, the third engaging portion 331 is pressed into the third groove 131, and the third side 33 is secured to the second side plate 13 by utilizing the elastic deformation of the material or the engaging structure.

[0091] In this embodiment, the second side 32 and the first side plate 12, as well as the third side 33 and the second side plate 13, are all engaged with each other through snap-fit ​​parts and grooves, which can effectively improve production efficiency and shorten product assembly time. In some existing refrigerators 100, the first side plate 12 and the second side plate 13 of the shell 1 are originally provided with snap-fit ​​grooves, which can serve as the second groove 121 and the third groove 131. Therefore, when installing the display mounting part 3, there is no need to process new connection structures, reducing mold development costs and material consumption.

[0092] Please see Figure 9 and Figure 12 In some embodiments of this application, the second latching portion 321 includes a second protrusion 3211 located on the first side of the display mounting member 3, and the second groove 121 includes a second groove edge 1211 opposite to the second protrusion 3211. The second groove edge 1211 includes a second guide section 1212 and a second latching section 1213 connected to each other. The second guide section 1212 is located on the side of the second guide section 1212 near the groove opening of the second groove 121. The second latching section 1213 is inclined towards the inside of the second groove 121 in the direction close to the second guide section 1212, so that the second protrusion 3211 latches onto the second latching section 1213. The second guide section 1212 is inclined towards the outside of the second groove 121 in the direction away from the second latching section 1213, so that the second guide section 1212 is used to guide the second protrusion 3211 to latch into the second latching section 1213.

[0093] In this embodiment, the second latching portion 321 is similar to the aforementioned first latching portion 311, and the second groove 121 is similar to the aforementioned second groove 121. The second latching portion 321 includes a second protrusion 3211, which is a protrusion structure provided on the second side of the display mounting member 3. The first side can be the side of the display mounting member 3 facing the front of the refrigerator 100, or it can be the side of the display mounting member 3 facing the rear of the refrigerator 100. Here, the front of the refrigerator 100 refers to the side of the refrigerator 100 where the refrigerator door is installed, which is also the side of the liner 2 where items can be taken out and placed. Figure 12In the illustrated embodiment, the first side is the side of the display mounting 3 facing the rear of the refrigerator 100. This side has relatively sufficient holes for the second protrusion 3211, and also allows sufficient space for the second groove edge 1211 of the second groove 121. The second protrusion 3211 is the key part of this snap-fit, and can cooperate with the corresponding second groove 121 to achieve connection. From a manufacturing perspective, providing a protrusion on the side is relatively easy to process, does not require complex processes and molds, and is conducive to reducing production costs and improving production efficiency. It can usually be processed by injection molding or stamping. The opposite side of the second protrusion 3211, i.e., the second side, can form a corresponding groove structure, so that the second snap-fit ​​part 321 as a whole maintains a relatively small thickness, increasing the elastic deformation performance of the second protrusion 3211.

[0094] The second groove 121 is constrained by its two side groove edges to form a groove structure, with the second groove edge 1211 being one of the groove edges. The second groove edge 1211 is located on the side opposite to the second protrusion 3211, and its design is to interact with the second protrusion 3211 to achieve a snap-fit ​​function. Specifically, the second groove edge 1211 is divided into a second guide section 1212 and a second snap-fit ​​section 1213. The second guide section 1212 is located near the groove opening, while the second snap-fit ​​section 1213 is located away from the groove opening. Here, the groove opening refers to the opening in the second groove 121 into which the second snap-fit ​​part 321 snaps in.

[0095] The second latching segment 1213 is inclined towards the inside of the second groove 121 in the direction close to the second guide segment 1212. The inside of the second groove 121 is the space that accommodates the second latching part 321. Because the second latching segment 1213 is inclined towards the inside of the second groove 121 in the direction close to the second guide segment 1212, the internal space of the second groove 121 restricted by the second latching segment 1213 becomes smaller and smaller, allowing the inclined shape to cooperate with the second protrusion 3211. When the second protrusion 3211 enters the groove, it is latched by the second latching segment 1213, thereby achieving the latching and fixing of the display mounting part 3 and the intermediate plate 11. Relying on the cooperation and latching of the second latching segment 1213 and the second protrusion 3211, as long as the second protrusion 3211 can be latched into the second latching segment 1213, the two have relatively sufficient adjustment space. Therefore, this embodiment can also tolerate dimensional errors during manufacturing and installation to a certain extent, ensuring the reliability and adaptability of the entire latching structure.

[0096] The second guide section 1212 is inclined outward from the second groove 121 in a direction away from the second snap-fit ​​section 1213. That is, the closer the second guide section 1212 is to the groove opening, the more it expands outward, so that the second groove 121 has a relatively large groove opening, which facilitates the snap-fit ​​part 321 to be snapped in. When the second snap-fit ​​part 321 is snapped in, its second protrusion 3211 can slide smoothly into the second groove 121 along the inclined surface of the second guide section 1212, guiding the second protrusion 3211 to accurately snap into the second snap-fit ​​section 1213, making the assembly process smoother and reducing the difficulty and time of installation.

[0097] Please see Figure 9 and 13 In some embodiments of this application, the third latching portion 331 includes a third protrusion 3311 located on the first side of the display mounting member 3, and the third groove 131 includes a third groove edge 1311 opposite to the third protrusion 3311. The third groove edge 1311 includes a third guide section 1312 and a third latching section 1313 connected to each other. The third guide section 1312 is located on the side of the third guide section 1312 near the groove opening of the third groove 131. The third latching section 1313 is inclined towards the inside of the third groove 131 in the direction close to the third guide section 1312, so that the third protrusion 3311 latches onto the third latching section 1313. The third guide section 1312 is inclined towards the outside of the third groove 131 in the direction away from the third latching section 1313, so that the third guide section 1312 is used to guide the third protrusion 3311 to latch into the third latching section 1313.

[0098] The second latching part 321 in this embodiment is similar to the first latching part 311 described above, and the second groove 121 is similar to the second groove 121 described above. The third latching part 331 includes a third protrusion 3311, which is a protrusion structure provided on the third side of the display mounting member 3. The first side can be the side of the display mounting member 3 facing the front of the refrigerator 100, or it can be the side of the display mounting member 3 facing the rear of the refrigerator 100. Here, the front of the refrigerator 100 refers to the side of the refrigerator 100 where the refrigerator door is installed, which is also the side of the liner 2 where items can be taken out and put in. Figure 13In the illustrated embodiment, the first side is the side of the display mounting 3 facing the rear of the refrigerator 100. This side has relatively sufficient holes for the third protrusion 3311, and also allows sufficient space for the third groove edge 1311 of the third groove 131. The third protrusion 3311 is the key part of this snap-fit, and can cooperate with the corresponding third groove 131 to achieve connection. From a manufacturing perspective, providing a protrusion on the side is relatively easy to process, does not require complex processes and molds, and is conducive to reducing production costs and improving production efficiency. It can usually be processed by injection molding or stamping. The opposite side of the third protrusion 3311, i.e., the second side, can form a corresponding groove structure, so that the overall thickness of the third snap-fit ​​part 331 is relatively small, increasing the elastic deformation performance of the third protrusion 3311.

[0099] The third groove 131 is constrained by its two side groove edges to form a groove structure, with the third groove edge 1311 being one of the groove edges. The third groove edge 1311 is located on the side opposite to the third protrusion 3311, and its design is to interact with the third protrusion 3311 to achieve a snap-fit ​​function. Specifically, the third groove edge 1311 is divided into a third guide section 1312 and a third snap-fit ​​section 1313. The third guide section 1312 is located near the groove opening, while the corresponding third snap-fit ​​section 1313 is located away from the groove opening. Here, the groove opening refers to the opening in the third groove 131 into which the third snap-fit ​​part 331 snaps in.

[0100] The third latching segment 1313 is inclined towards the inside of the third groove 131 in the direction close to the third guide segment 1312. The inside of the third groove 131 is the space that accommodates the third latching part 331. Because the third latching segment 1313 is inclined towards the inside of the third groove 131 in the direction close to the third guide segment 1312, the internal space of the third groove 131 restricted by the third latching segment 1313 becomes smaller and smaller, so that the inclined shape can match the third protrusion 3311. When the third protrusion 3311 enters the groove, it is latched by the third latching segment 1313, thereby realizing the latching and fixing of the display mounting part 3 and the intermediate plate 11. Relying on the latching and engaging of the third latching segment 1313 and the third protrusion 3311, as long as the third protrusion 3311 can be latched into the third latching segment 1313, the two have relatively sufficient adjustment position. Therefore, this embodiment can also tolerate dimensional errors in the manufacturing and installation process to a certain extent, ensuring the reliability and adaptability of the entire latching structure.

[0101] The third guide section 1312 is inclined outward from the third groove 131 in a direction away from the third snap-fit ​​section 1313. That is, the closer the third guide section 1312 is to the groove opening, the more it expands outward, so that the third groove 131 has a relatively large groove opening, which facilitates the snap-fit ​​of the third snap-fit ​​part 331. When the third snap-fit ​​part 331 is snapped in, its third protrusion 3311 can slide smoothly into the third groove 131 along the inclined surface of the third guide section 1312, guiding the third protrusion 3311 to accurately snap into the third snap-fit ​​section 1313, making the assembly process smoother and reducing the difficulty and time of installation.

[0102] Please see Figure 10 and Figure 12 In some embodiments of this application, the second snap-fit ​​portion 321 further includes a second step 3212 located on the second side of the display mounting member 3. The second side is the opposite side of the first side. A second limiting portion 1214 is provided on the side of the second groove 121 opposite to the second step 3212. The second step 3212 and the second limiting portion 1214 are snap-fitted together.

[0103] Similar to the first latching portion 311, in this embodiment, in addition to the second protrusion 3211 for latching on the first side of the display mounting member 3, a second step 3212 is provided on the opposite second side. Correspondingly, a second limiting portion 1214 is provided on the second groove 121 at a position corresponding to the second step 3212. The shape of the second limiting portion 1214 generally corresponds to the second step 3212, so that the second limiting portion 1214 can latch onto the second step 3212. For example... Figure 12 In the illustrated embodiment, the second limiting part 1214 is a protruding structure adapted to the second step 3212, which can be formed by bending, stamping, or other methods. Based on the engagement of the second protrusion 3211 and the second groove edge 1211, the cooperation between the second step 3212 and the limiting part can constrain the display mounting part 3 from opposite directions, thereby enhancing the engagement performance of the second protrusion 3211 and preventing the second engaging part 321 and the second groove 121 from separating after engagement.

[0104] Please see Continue Figure 10 and Figure 13 In some embodiments of this application, the third latching portion 331 further includes a third step 3312 located on the second side of the display mounting member 3, and a third limiting portion 1314 is provided on the side of the third groove 131 opposite to the third step 3312, and the third step 3312 and the third limiting portion 1314 are latched together.

[0105] The third latching portion 331 in this embodiment is similar to the first latching portion 311. In addition to the third protrusion 3311 for latching on the first side, a third step 3312 is provided on the opposite second side of the display mounting member 3. Correspondingly, a third limiting portion 1314 is provided on the third groove 131 at a position corresponding to the third step 3312. The shape of the third limiting portion 1314 generally corresponds to the third step 3312, allowing the third limiting portion 1314 to latch onto the third step 3312. For example... Figure 13 In the illustrated embodiment, the third limiting part 1314 is a protruding structure adapted to the third step 3312, which can be formed by bending, stamping, or other methods. Based on the snap-fit ​​between the third protrusion 3311 and the third groove edge 1311, the cooperation between the third step 3312 and the limiting part can constrain the display mounting part 3 from the opposite direction, thereby enhancing the snap-fit ​​performance of the third protrusion 3311 and preventing the third snap-fit ​​part 331 and the third groove 131 from separating after snap-fit.

[0106] Please refer to the following: Figure 9 In some embodiments of this application, at least a portion of the first protrusion 3111 and at least a portion of the second protrusion 3211 are connected as one unit; at least a portion of the first protrusion 3111 and at least a portion of the third protrusion 3311 are connected as one unit.

[0107] The first protrusion 3111, the second protrusion 3211, and the third protrusion 3311 can each be one or more segments, such as... Figure 9 In the embodiment shown, the first protrusion 3111 is divided into three segments, while the second protrusion 3211 and the third protrusion 3311 are each a single segment.

[0108] In this embodiment, at least a portion of the first protrusion 3111 and at least a portion of the second protrusion 3211 are connected as a single unit. Specifically, if both the first protrusion 3111 and the second protrusion 3211 are a single segment, they can be completely connected as a single unit. If either the first protrusion 3111 or the second protrusion 3211 is a multi-segment structure, then a portion of the first protrusion 3111 and the second protrusion 3211 can be connected, or a portion of the second protrusion 3211 can be connected to the first protrusion 3111. Figure 9In the illustrated embodiment, the first protrusion 3111 has three segments, one of which is connected to the second protrusion 3211 and forms an integral part therewith. The integral connection of the first protrusion 3111 and the second protrusion 3211 strengthens the display mounting component 3, especially the sides. The sides of the display mounting component 3 are crucial for its stable installation and are prone to stress concentration under external forces. The connection of the first protrusion 3111 and the second protrusion 3211 forms a reinforcing body between the first side 31 and the second side 32, solving the problem of weakness at stress concentration points in the snap-fit ​​joint, thus better resisting deformation and damage, and ensuring the overall performance and service life of the display mounting component 3.

[0109] At least a portion of the first protrusion 3111 and at least a portion of the third protrusion 3311 are connected as a single unit. Specifically, if both the first protrusion 3111 and the third protrusion 3311 are a single segment, then they can be completely connected as a single unit. If either the first protrusion 3111 or the third protrusion 3311 is a multi-segment structure, then a portion of the first protrusion 3111 and the third protrusion 3311 can be connected, or a portion of the third protrusion 3311 can be connected to the first protrusion 3111. Figure 9 In the illustrated embodiment, the first protrusion 3111 has three segments, one of which is connected to the third protrusion 3311 as a single unit. Similarly, this method can also make the first side 31 and the third side 33 form a reinforcing body, which is more resistant to deformation and damage, ensuring the overall performance and service life of the display mounting component 3.

[0110] Please see Figure 14 and Figure 15 In some embodiments of this application, a fourth groove 341 is provided on the fourth side 34, and a fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 is provided on the inner box 2, which snaps into the fourth groove 341.

[0111] In this embodiment, the fourth groove 341 on the fourth side 34 of the display mounting member 3 forms a convex-concave mating structure with the fourth snap-fit ​​portion 21 on the inner box 2. The fourth groove 341 forms a slot structure to accommodate the fourth snap-fit ​​portion 21, allowing the fourth snap-fit ​​portion 21 to snap into it. During assembly, the fourth snap-fit ​​portion 21 can be pressed into the fourth groove 341 by force, and the snap-fit ​​is achieved by utilizing the elastic deformation of the material or the snap-fit ​​structure.

[0112] During assembly, the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 and the fourth slot 341 can be simply inserted by aligning the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 with the fourth slot 341. Compared to screw connections, this eliminates the tedious operations of tightening screws and calibrating positions, improving production efficiency and shortening product assembly time. In some existing refrigerators 100, the edge of the refrigerator liner 2 itself has a snap-fit ​​part, which can be used as the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21. When installing the display mounting component 3, no additional structural processing or redesign of the refrigerator liner 2 is required, reducing mold development costs and material consumption.

[0113] Please see Figure 14 and Figure 15 In some embodiments of this application, the refrigerator 100 further includes an upper crossbeam 4, on which a fifth groove 41 is provided, a fourth groove 341 is fitted onto the side of the fifth groove 41 away from the groove opening, and a fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 is snap-fitted into the fifth groove 41.

[0114] Traditionally, the upper crossbeam 4 is mainly used for structural support, and its compatibility with new functional components such as the display component 30 is poor. In this embodiment, the upper crossbeam 4, the fourth groove 341 of the display mounting component 3, and the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 of the cabinet liner 2 form a nested snap-fit ​​structure. Specifically, the fourth groove 341 is fitted onto the side of the fifth groove 41 opposite to the groove opening, that is, the fifth groove 41 is located inside the fourth groove 341, and the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 snaps into the fifth groove 41. The fifth groove 41 acts as the snap-fit ​​structure of the fourth groove 341, so that the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 is snapped into the fourth groove 341 through the fifth groove 41. This configuration solves the problem that the strength and material of the display mounting part 3 are difficult to combine to directly serve as a snap-fit ​​part and a slot. On the other hand, it allows the upper crossbeam 4 to be assembled without taking up more space and has high assembly efficiency. Furthermore, due to the presence of the fifth groove 41 of the upper crossbeam 4, the force can be evenly distributed during assembly, avoiding local stress concentration and damage.

[0115] In some embodiments of this application, the upper crossbeam 4 and the housing 1 are metal parts, and the display mounting part 3 is a plastic part.

[0116] In many refrigerators 100, both the upper crossbeam 4 and the shell 1 are metal parts. The machining precision requirements for metal materials are extremely high, and the manufacturing tolerance is very small. In actual production, due to limitations in processes such as stamping and welding, it is difficult to precisely control the size and shape of each component. Especially at the two corners of the top of the refrigerator body, gaps and misalignments are easily generated during the splicing and assembly of metal parts. Furthermore, the high rigidity of metal during assembly means that if angular deviations or dimensional mismatches occur when the upper crossbeam 4 and shell 1 are assembled to form the refrigerator body, it is difficult to adjust them, making it extremely difficult to guarantee the appearance of the two corners of the top of the refrigerator body. Due to the small manufacturing tolerance and high rigidity, the precision requirements during assembly are extremely high. Even a slight deviation can render the entire component unusable, requiring reprocessing or scrapping, resulting in a high scrap rate. This not only increases production costs but also reduces production efficiency. If a display mounting component 3 is to be installed on the metal upper crossbeam 4, an additional structure is required, which complicates the structure of the upper crossbeam 4 and makes the metal machining of the upper crossbeam 4 very difficult.

[0117] In this embodiment, the upper crossbeam 4 and the housing 1 are metal parts, such as cold-rolled steel sheet, stainless steel, galvanized steel sheet, aluminum alloy, etc., while the display mounting component 3 is a plastic part, such as ABS plastic, PC plastic, etc. The plastic display mounting component 3 replaces the upper crossbeam 4 and housing 1 in assembly. The plastic display mounting component 3 has good flexibility and plasticity, and can adapt to a certain degree of dimensional deviation. For example, the plastic part can adjust its shape to compensate for the small gaps between the metal parts, thereby achieving a better assembly effect. The plastic display mounting component 3 can be produced through processes such as injection molding, which is relatively simple. Mass production can be achieved quickly and efficiently through mold injection molding.

[0118] Furthermore, the fifth groove 41 of the upper crossbeam 4 is a metal part, while the fourth groove 341 of the display mounting part 3 is a plastic part. The metal fifth groove 41 is placed inside the plastic fourth groove 341, which serves as a snap-fit ​​structure for the fourth groove 341 to snap-fit ​​with the edge of the liner 2. The liner 2 of the refrigerator 100 is usually also plastic, thus forming a snap-fit ​​between metal and plastic. While ensuring connection stability, this can improve the tolerance of manufacturing and assembly, thereby improving the product yield.

[0119] Please see Figure 14 and Figure 16 In some embodiments of this application, the fourth groove 341 includes a fourth groove edge 3411 near the front side of the refrigerator 100, and the upper crossbeam 4 includes a sixth groove 42, which includes a fifth groove edge 421 near the front side of the refrigerator 100; the fourth groove edge 3411 is engaged in the sixth groove 42 so that the fifth groove edge 421 covers the fourth groove edge 3411 on the front side of the refrigerator 100.

[0120] Since the upper crossbeam 4 typically also serves as a decorative element and a magnetic component for the door 5 of the refrigerator 100, it usually needs to be exposed on the front side of the refrigerator 100. In this embodiment, the fourth groove 341 is part of the display mounting component 3, the sixth groove 42 is part of the upper crossbeam 4, and the fourth groove edge 3411 is the groove edge of the fourth groove 341 closest to the front side of the refrigerator 100. When the fourth groove edge 3411 is located inside the sixth groove 42, the sixth groove 42, close to the fifth groove edge 421 on the front side of the refrigerator 100, can cover the fourth groove edge 3411, thus exposing a portion of the upper crossbeam 4 outside the display mounting component 3. From an aesthetic perspective, this design makes the front side of the refrigerator 100 look neater and more beautiful. From a functional perspective, the covering of the fifth groove edge 421 not only protects the fourth groove edge 3411, but also, when the upper crossbeam 4 uses magnetic materials such as steel plates, it can serve as a magnetic component, facilitating the magnetic closure of the door 5.

[0121] Please see Figure 16 , Figure 17 and Figure 18 In some embodiments of this application, the sixth groove 42 further includes a sixth groove edge 422 away from the front side of the refrigerator 100, and a slot 423 is provided on the sixth groove edge 422; a first buckle 3412 is provided on the side of the fourth groove edge 3411 facing the sixth groove edge 422, and the first buckle 3412 is engaged in the slot 423.

[0122] like Figure 16 As shown, the sixth slot 42 includes a fifth slot edge 421 near the front of the refrigerator 100 and a sixth slot edge 422 away from the front of the refrigerator 100. The fifth slot edge 421 and the sixth slot edge 422 together define the sixth slot 42. A slot 423 is provided on the sixth slot edge 422. The fourth slot edge 3411 of the display mounting component 3 has a first buckle 3412 on the side facing the sixth slot edge 422. Its shape and size are adapted to the slot 423. When the fourth slot edge 3411 is assembled into the sixth slot 42, the first buckle 3412 of the fourth slot edge 3411 can be engaged with the slot 423 of the sixth slot edge 422, thereby firmly connecting the upper crossbeam 4 and the display mounting component 3 together. The latch 423 is located on the sixth groove edge 422, and the first buckle 3412 is located on the side of the fourth groove edge 3411 facing the sixth groove edge 422. This allows the fourth groove edge 3411 and the fifth groove edge 421 to cover the engagement structure. At the same time, the sixth groove body 42 itself provides a limiting effect, ensuring the stability of the engagement. The number of latches 423 and first buckles 3412 is designed according to requirements. Since the width of the upper crossbeam 4 and the display mounting part 3 is roughly the same as the width of the refrigerator 100, multiple pairs of latches 423 and first buckles 3412 combinations are usually required.

[0123] like Figure 17 and Figure 18As shown, this snap-fit ​​design allows the upper crossbeam 4 and the display mounting component 3 to be pre-assembled into a sub-component before entering the overall assembly stage. In the production process, pre-assembly breaks down the complex overall assembly into several relatively simple sub-assembly steps, facilitating worker operation and quality control. For example, on an assembly line, workers can first complete the pre-assembly of the upper crossbeam 4 and the display mounting component 3, and then assemble the pre-assembled sub-component with other refrigerator 100 components, improving overall assembly efficiency and reducing the possibility of assembly defects.

[0124] Please see Figure 14 , Figure 16 and Figure 18 In some embodiments of this application, a first limiting step 3413 is provided on the side of the fourth groove edge 3411 facing the front of the refrigerator 100, and the fifth groove edge 421 abuts against the first limiting step 3413.

[0125] In this embodiment, a first limiting step 3413 is provided on the side of the fourth groove edge 3411 facing the front of the refrigerator 100. The existence of the first limiting step 3413 is to achieve precise cooperation with the upper crossbeam 4 component. The fifth groove edge 421 of the upper crossbeam 4 abuts against the first limiting step 3413, ensuring that the relative position of the upper crossbeam 4 and the display mounting component 3 is accurate after assembly.

[0126] like Figure 14 and Figure 18 As shown, the first limiting step 3413 and the fifth groove edge 421 abut against each other, allowing the display mounting part 3 and the upper crossbeam 4 to fit tightly together on the outer side of the front of the refrigerator 100. This tight fit reduces gaps between components and improves the overall appearance and aesthetics of the refrigerator 100.

[0127] The first limiting step 3413 controls the depth to which the fifth slot 41 engages with the fourth slot 341. In actual assembly, if the fifth slot 41 and the fourth slot 341 are completely tightly fitted, the fifth slot 41 will lose its space for movement, resulting in a smaller assembly tolerance between the fifth slot 41, the fourth slot 341, and the fourth locking part 21. The first limiting step 3413 controls the depth of the fifth slot 41, preventing it from obstructing the display mounting box. This provides the fifth slot 41 with a certain amount of space for movement. During assembly, even minor dimensional deviations or errors can be adjusted and compensated for through this space, making assembly easier, improving assembly tolerance, reducing assembly difficulty, and increasing production efficiency.

[0128] Please continue reading. Figure 16In some embodiments of this application, the fourth latching portion 21 includes a fourth protrusion 211 located on the side of the fourth latching portion away from the sixth groove 42. The fifth groove 41 includes a seventh groove edge 411 opposite to the fourth protrusion 211. The seventh groove edge 411 includes a fourth guide section 412 and a fourth latching section 413 connected to each other. The fourth guide section 412 is located on the side of the fourth guide section 412 near the groove opening of the fifth groove 41. The fourth latching section 413 is inclined towards the inside of the fifth groove 41 in the direction close to the fourth guide section 412, so that the fourth protrusion 211 latches onto the fourth latching section 413. The fourth guide section 412 is inclined towards the outside of the fifth groove 41 in the direction away from the fourth latching section 413, so that the fourth guide section 412 is used to guide the fourth protrusion 211 to latch into the fourth latching section 413.

[0129] In this embodiment, the fourth snap-fit ​​portion 21 is similar to the aforementioned first snap-fit ​​portion 311, and the fifth groove 41 is similar to the aforementioned fifth groove 41. The fourth snap-fit ​​portion 21 includes a fourth protrusion 211, which is a raised structure provided on the fourth side of the display mounting member 3. The fourth protrusion 211 is located on the side of the fourth snap-fit ​​portion away from the sixth groove 42, that is, on the side of the fourth snap-fit ​​portion facing the rear of the refrigerator 100. This side has relatively sufficient holes for the fourth protrusion 211, and at the same time, it can also provide sufficient space for the seventh groove edge 411 of the fifth groove 41. The fourth protrusion 211 is the key part of this snap-fit, which can cooperate with the corresponding fifth groove 41 to achieve connection. From a manufacturing point of view, providing a protrusion on the side is relatively easy to process, does not require complex processes and molds, and is conducive to reducing production costs and improving production efficiency. It can usually be processed by injection molding or stamping process in one piece.

[0130] The fifth groove 41 is constrained by its two sides to form a groove structure, and the seventh groove edge 411 is one of these groove edges. The seventh groove edge 411 is located on the side opposite to the fourth protrusion 211. The design of the seventh groove edge 411 is to interact with the fourth protrusion 211 to achieve a snap-fit ​​function. Specifically, the seventh groove edge 411 is divided into a fourth guide section 412 and a fourth snap-fit ​​section 413. The fourth guide section 412 is located near the groove opening, while the corresponding fourth snap-fit ​​section 413 is located away from the groove opening. Here, the groove opening refers to the opening in the fifth groove 41 into which the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 snaps in.

[0131] The fourth latching segment 413 is inclined towards the inside of the fifth groove 41 in the direction close to the fourth guide segment 412. The inside of the fifth groove 41 is the space that accommodates the fourth latching part 21. As the fourth latching segment 413 is inclined towards the inside of the fifth groove 41 in the direction close to the fourth guide segment 412, the internal space of the fifth groove 41 restricted by the fourth latching segment 413 becomes smaller and smaller, so that the inclined shape can match the fourth protrusion 211. When the fourth protrusion 211 enters the groove, it is latched by the fourth latching segment 413, thereby realizing the latching and fixing of the display mounting part 3 and the intermediate plate 11. Relying on the latching and engaging of the fourth latching segment 413 and the fourth protrusion 211, as long as the fourth protrusion 211 can be latched into the fourth latching segment 413, the two have relatively sufficient adjustment position. Therefore, this embodiment can also tolerate dimensional errors in the manufacturing and installation process to a certain extent, ensuring the reliability and adaptability of the entire latching structure.

[0132] The fourth guide section 412 is inclined outward toward the fifth groove 41 in a direction away from the fourth snap-fit ​​section 413. That is, the closer the fourth guide section 412 is to the groove opening, the more it expands outward, so that the fifth groove 41 has a relatively large groove opening, which facilitates the snap-fit ​​part 21 to be snapped in. When the fourth snap-fit ​​part 21 is snapped in, its fourth protrusion 211 can slide smoothly into the fifth groove 41 along the inclined surface of the fourth guide section 412, guiding the fourth protrusion 211 to be accurately snapped into the fourth snap-fit ​​section 413, making the assembly process smoother and reducing the difficulty and time of installation.

[0133] Please continue reading. Figure 16 In some embodiments of this application, a second limiting step 212 is provided on the side of the fourth snap-fit ​​portion 21 away from the fourth protrusion 211, and the side of the sixth groove 42 away from the groove opening abuts against the second limiting step 212.

[0134] The fourth locking part 21 is used to engage with the fifth slot 41. A second limiting step 212 is provided on the side of the fourth locking part 21 away from the fourth protrusion 211. By abutting against the second limiting step 212 on the back side of the sixth slot 42, the depth of the fourth locking part 21 into the fifth slot 41 can be limited, which can ensure assembly accuracy. During the production and assembly process, the second limiting step 212 provides a clear positioning benchmark for the installation of the fourth locking part 21. Workers can use this benchmark to achieve accurate installation, reduce assembly errors, and improve assembly efficiency and consistency. At the same time, it can also ensure that the sixth slot edge 422 of the sixth slot 42 and the front side of the cabinet liner 2 are tightly connected, making the overall appearance of the refrigerator 100 smoother and more streamlined, greatly improving the aesthetics of the product.

[0135] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 19In some embodiments of this application, the refrigerator 100 further includes a door 5 and a hinge 51. The display mounting 3 is provided with a door mounting position 35, the hinge 51 is connected to the door mounting position 35, and the door 5 is hinged to the hinge 51.

[0136] In this embodiment, the display mounting component 3 occupies a considerable amount of space. To facilitate the installation of the door 5, this embodiment specifically provides a door mounting position 35 on the display mounting component 3. The hinge 51 is connected to this position, and the door 5 is hinged to the hinge 51, allowing the door 5 to rotate around the hinge 51, thus realizing the opening and closing function of the refrigerator door 100. The door mounting position 35 is used to install the hinge 51, and can specifically be a mounting hole, a slot structure, etc.

[0137] Please see Figure 20 , Figure 21 , Figure 22 and Figure 23 In some embodiments of this application, the refrigerator 100 further includes a pad 52 and a connector 53. The pad 52 is disposed on the side of the display mounting member 3 away from the hinge member 51. The display mounting member 3 is provided with a connection hole corresponding to the pad 52. The hinge member 51 is connected to the pad 52 through the connection hole via the connector 53.

[0138] like Figure 21 and Figure 23 As shown, in this embodiment, the pad 52 is disposed on the side of the display mounting member 3 away from the hinge member 51, serving as an auxiliary connecting component to enhance connection strength and distribute stress. The connector 53 passes through the connecting hole on the display mounting member 3, connecting the hinge member 51 and the pad 52 together. The display mounting member 3 is sandwiched between the hinge member 51 and the pad 52, achieving a tight connection between the three. The connector 53 can be made of materials such as bolts or screws.

[0139] Display mounting component 3 is typically made of plastic, which is weaker in strength and rigidity compared to metal. The pad 52 effectively compensates for these shortcomings of the plastic display mounting component 3. The pad 52 is generally made of metal or high-strength engineering plastic, possessing high strength and rigidity. When the hinge 51 is connected to the pad 52 via the connector 53, the pad 52 can evenly distribute the force transmitted from the hinge 51 onto the display mounting component 3, preventing excessive localized stress. For example, during the opening and closing of the door 5, the tensile force on the hinge 51 is transmitted to the pad 52 through the connector 53. The pad 52 then distributes the force over a larger area of ​​the display mounting component 3, thereby reducing the stress per unit area of ​​the display mounting component 3, preventing damage to the display mounting component 3, and ensuring the stability of the connection. Figure 20 and Figure 22 As shown, in order to facilitate the connection with the pad 52, a corresponding connecting plate 511 can be provided on the hinge 51, and the connection with the pad 52 can be achieved through the connecting plate 511.

[0140] Please see Figure 23 In some embodiments of this application, the mounting component 3 is provided with a positioning groove 351 corresponding to the pad 52, and the pad 52 is disposed in the positioning groove 351 to position the pad 52.

[0141] When installing the hinge 51, it is necessary to ensure that the positions of the pad 52, the hinge 51, and the door mounting position 35 on the display mounting box are aligned so that the three can be connected together by the connector 53. Therefore, in this embodiment, the positioning groove 351 on the display mounting component 3 cooperates with the pad 52. During assembly, the positioning groove 351 provides clear installation guidance for the worker. The worker only needs to place the pad 52 in the positioning groove 351 to quickly complete the positioning of the pad 52, ensuring the accurate position of the pad 52. This allows the connecting hole to be accurately aligned with the corresponding hole on the pad 52, facilitating the installation of the connector 53. Furthermore, when the pad 52 is accurately positioned in the positioning groove 351, the connection between the pad 52 and the display mounting component 3 is more stable. In the actual use of the refrigerator 100, the opening and closing of the door 5 will exert a certain external force on the connection structure of the hinge 51, the pad 52, and the display mounting component 3. The cooperation between the positioning groove 351 and the pad 52 allows the pad 52 to better cooperate with the display mounting part 3 in bearing the force when subjected to external force, thereby enhancing the stability of the entire connection structure.

[0142] Please see Figure 22 In some embodiments of this application, a second latch 352 is provided on one side of the display mounting component 3 corresponding to the hinge 51, and the hinge 51 is engaged with the second latch 352. When installing the hinge 51, the second latch 352 can be used to initially fix the hinge 51 to the display mounting component 3. Workers or robotic arms only need to engage the hinge 51 with the second latch 352 to quickly complete the temporary fixation of the hinge 51, which can then be reinforced later using a pad 52, connector 53, etc. This method transforms the installation process, which originally required multiple people or complex tooling, into a simple step that can be operated by a single person, significantly improving assembly efficiency.

[0143] Please see Figure 23 In some embodiments of this application, a third buckle 353 is provided on one side of the mounting component 3 corresponding to the pad 52, and the pad 52 is engaged with the third buckle 353. Similarly, the third buckle 353 can quickly and temporarily fix the pad 52, and then connect and reinforce it to the hinge component 51 through the connector 53, thereby significantly improving assembly efficiency.

[0144] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 20In some embodiments of this application, the refrigerator 100 further includes a cover 36, and the display mounting member 3 is provided with a plurality of door mounting positions 35, including a first door mounting position and a second door mounting position. The first door mounting position is located on the display mounting member 3 near the second side 32, and the second door mounting position is located on the display mounting member 3 near the third side 33. The door 5 is connected to one of the first door mounting position and the second door mounting position by a hinge 51, and the cover 36 covers the other of the first door mounting position and the second door mounting position.

[0145] In this embodiment, the display mounting component 3 is provided with multiple door mounting positions 35, specifically including a first door mounting position and a second door mounting position. The first door mounting position is close to the second side 32 of the display mounting component 3, and the second door mounting position is close to the third side 33. That is, the first door mounting position and the second door mounting position are located at... Figure 20 The image shows the left and right sides of mounting component 3. For example... Figure 20 As shown, in addition to the door mounting position 35 on the right side of the display mounting component 3 where the hinge component 51 has been installed, a door mounting position 35 is also provided on the left side of the display mounting component 3.

[0146] The door 5 is connected to either the first door mounting position or the second door mounting position via a hinge 51. This selectivity allows the refrigerator 100 greater flexibility in installing the door 5, meeting the needs of different users for the opening direction of the door 5, such as left-opening or right-opening configurations. Figure 2 As shown, the cover 36 covers the other of the first and second door mounting positions. When the door 5 is connected to one of the mounting positions, the unused mounting position may affect the appearance of the refrigerator 100 and may also expose the internal structure, increasing the risk of dust and foreign objects entering. The presence of the cover 36 effectively solves these problems. It can cover the unused mounting position, making the refrigerator 100 look cleaner and more beautiful, while also protecting the internal structure and extending the service life of the refrigerator 100. The cover 36 can be installed on the unused door mounting position 35 by snap-fit, adhesive, or other methods.

[0147] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A refrigerator, characterized in that, The refrigerator includes: The housing includes a middle plate, a first side plate, and a second side plate, wherein the first side plate and the second side plate are respectively connected to both sides of the middle plate to form a U-shaped structure with a central space. The inner container is disposed within the central space; Display mounting component; The display mounting component is used to install the display component. The display mounting component is disposed in the central space and located between the housing and the inner box. The display mounting component has a first side opposite to the middle plate, a second side opposite to the first side plate, a third side opposite to the second side plate, and a fourth side opposite to the inner box. Wherein, the first side is engaged with the middle plate, and the fourth side is engaged with the inner liner; and / or, the second side is engaged with the first side plate, and the third side is engaged with the second side plate.

2. The refrigerator as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The intermediate plate is provided with a first groove, and the first side is provided with a first snap-fit ​​part, which snaps into the first groove. The second side is provided with a second snap-fit ​​part, and the first side plate is provided with a second groove, and the second snap-fit ​​part snaps into the second groove; The third side is provided with a third snap-fit ​​part, and the second side plate is provided with a third groove, and the third snap-fit ​​part snaps into the third groove.

3. The refrigerator as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first snap-fit ​​portion includes a first protrusion located on a first side of the display mounting member. The first groove includes a first groove edge opposite to the first protrusion. The first groove edge includes a first guide section and a first snap-fit ​​section connected to each other. The first guide section is located on the side of the first guide section near the groove opening of the first groove. The first snap-fit ​​section is inclined towards the inner side of the first groove in the direction close to the first guide section, so that the first protrusion snaps into the first snap-fit ​​section. The first guide section is inclined towards the outer side of the first groove in the direction away from the first snap-fit ​​section, so that the first guide section is used to guide the first protrusion into the first snap-fit ​​section. The second snap-fit ​​portion includes a second protrusion located on the first side of the display mounting member. The second groove includes a second groove edge opposite to the second protrusion. The second groove edge includes a second guide section and a second snap-fit ​​section connected to each other. The second guide section is located on the side of the second guide section near the groove opening of the second groove. The second snap-fit ​​section is inclined towards the inner side of the second groove in the direction close to the second guide section, so that the second protrusion snaps into the second snap-fit ​​section. The second guide section is inclined towards the outer side of the second groove in the direction away from the second snap-fit ​​section, so that the second guide section is used to guide the second protrusion into the second snap-fit ​​section. The third latching portion includes a third protrusion located on the first side of the display mounting component. The third groove includes a third groove edge opposite to the third protrusion. The third groove edge includes a third guide section and a third latching section connected to each other. The third guide section is located on the side of the third guide section near the groove opening of the third groove. The third latching section is inclined towards the inner side of the third groove in the direction close to the third guide section, so that the third protrusion latches onto the third latching section. The third guide section is inclined towards the outer side of the third groove in the direction away from the third latching section, so that the third guide section is used to guide the third protrusion to latch into the third latching section.

4. The refrigerator as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The first snap-fit ​​portion further includes a first step located on the second side of the display mounting component, the second side being the opposite side of the first side; A first limiting part is provided on the side of the first groove opposite to the first step, and the first step is engaged with the first limiting part; The second snap-fit ​​portion further includes a second step located on the second side of the display mounting component. The second side is the opposite side of the first side. A second limiting portion is provided on the side of the second groove opposite to the second step. The second step is snap-fitted with the second limiting portion. The third snap-fit ​​portion further includes a third step located on the second side of the display mounting component, and a third limiting portion is provided on the side of the third groove opposite to the third step, and the third step is snap-fitted with the third limiting portion.

5. The refrigerator as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The fourth side is provided with a fourth groove, and the box liner is provided with a fourth snap-fit ​​part; The refrigerator also includes an upper crossbeam, on which a fifth slot is provided, and a fourth slot is fitted onto the side of the fifth slot opposite to the slot opening, and a fourth snap-fit ​​part snaps into the fifth slot. The fourth groove includes a fourth groove edge near the front side of the refrigerator, and the upper crossbeam includes a sixth groove, the sixth groove including a fifth groove edge near the front side of the refrigerator. The fourth groove edge is disposed within the sixth groove body so that the fifth groove edge covers the fourth groove edge on the front side of the refrigerator.

6. The refrigerator as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The upper crossbeam and the housing are metal parts, while the display mounting component is a plastic part.

7. The refrigerator as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The sixth slot also includes a sixth slot side away from the front side of the refrigerator, and a locking slot is provided on the sixth slot side; A first buckle is provided on the side of the fourth groove facing the sixth groove, and the first buckle is engaged in the slot.

8. The refrigerator as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The fourth groove edge is provided with a first limiting step on the side facing the front of the refrigerator, and the fifth groove edge abuts against the first limiting step.

9. The refrigerator as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The refrigerator also includes a door and a hinge. The display mounting component is provided with a door mounting position. The hinge is connected to the door mounting position, and the door is hinged to the hinge. The refrigerator also includes a pad and a connector. The pad is disposed on the side of the display mounting component away from the hinge. The display mounting component has a connection hole corresponding to the pad. The hinge is connected to the pad through the connection hole via the connector. The display mounting component has a positioning groove corresponding to the pad, and the pad is disposed in the positioning groove to position the pad. A second buckle is provided on the side of the display mounting component corresponding to the hinge component, and the hinge component is engaged with the second buckle; and / or, a third buckle is provided on the side of the display mounting component corresponding to the pad, and the pad is engaged with the third buckle.

10. The refrigerator as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The refrigerator also includes a cover, and the display mounting component is provided with a plurality of door mounting positions, including a first door mounting position and a second door mounting position. The first door mounting position is located on the display mounting component near the second side, and the second door mounting position is located on the display mounting component near the third side. The door is connected to one of the first door mounting position and the second door mounting position via the hinge, and the cover covers the other of the first door mounting position and the second door mounting position.

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