Refrigerator

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of household electrical appliances, especially a refrigerator. The refrigerator comprises a cabinet, a light emitting part and a light transmitting part, the cabinet has a chamber for containing articles, a slot is formed on the cabinet, the slot penetrates through one side of the cabinet and communicates with the chamber; the light emitting part is connected to the outside of the cabinet and is located at the slot position; the light transmitting part is made of light transmitting material, is connected to the inside of the cabinet and is located in the chamber, and is connected with the light emitting part through the slot. Its advantage lies in that the light emitted by the light emitting part can be transmitted to the light transmitting part through the slot, the light transmitting part is made of transparent material, so the light can be relayed inside the light transmitting part and be diffused to the surroundings through the upper and lower sides and the front end face of the light transmitting part, so as to fully utilize the illumination brightness. The light transmitting part itself can be used as a shelf for carrying articles.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] Refrigerator interior lighting typically uses a top-mounted light source design, where the lighting module is installed at the top of the refrigerator compartment, illuminating the entire area by shining downwards. While this design meets basic lighting needs, it has significant structural limitations: the lighting fixture occupies top space, preventing that area from being used for storage or other functions, thus reducing the effective usable volume inside the refrigerator. As users' demands for refrigerator storage space increase, the shortcomings of this traditional lighting method in terms of space utilization are becoming increasingly apparent. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a refrigerator.

[0004] A refrigerator includes: a cabinet having a chamber for storing items, the cabinet having a slot that extends through one side of the cabinet and communicates with the chamber; a light-emitting element connected to the outside of the cabinet and located at the position of the slot; and a light-transmitting element made of a light-transmitting material, connected to the inside of the cabinet and located within the chamber, and passing through the slot and connected to the light-emitting element.

[0005] With this design, the light emitted by the light-emitting component can be transmitted to the light-transmitting component through the slot. Since the light-transmitting component is made of transparent material, the light can propagate inside the component and then radiate outwards through the top, bottom, and front sides, thus making full use of the lighting brightness. Furthermore, the light-transmitting component itself can serve as a shelf for holding items.

[0006] In one embodiment, the light-emitting element is snapped into the slot, and the side of the light-emitting element near the cavity is flush with the inner wall of the housing.

[0007] In one embodiment, a limiting unit is provided on the inner wall of the box, and the light-transmitting element is connected to the limiting unit.

[0008] In one embodiment, the housing includes a side panel and a rear panel, the side panel and the rear panel being connected to form the chamber;

[0009] The slot is formed in the rear plate, and the light-emitting element is snapped into the slot.

[0010] In one embodiment, the rear plate is provided with a first limiting plate and a second limiting plate. Along the height direction of the refrigerator, the first limiting plate and the second limiting plate are located on the upper and lower sides of the slot respectively, forming a mounting groove, and the light-transmitting element is snapped into the mounting groove.

[0011] In one embodiment, two side plates are connected to both sides of the rear plate, and each of the two side plates is provided with a positioning unit, which is engaged with both sides of the light-transmitting element.

[0012] In one embodiment, the positioning unit includes a first positioning element and a second positioning element, which are spaced apart and form a positioning groove; the light-transmitting element has positioning seats at both ends, and the positioning seats are engaged with the positioning groove.

[0013] In one embodiment, the first positioning member is configured as an L-shape and is spaced apart from the second positioning member to cooperate in forming the L-shaped positioning groove. The L-shaped positioning groove includes a first segment and a second segment, which are angled together. The positioning seat extends into the first segment and has a protrusion that extends into the second segment.

[0014] In one embodiment, the second positioning member is configured as a straight rod structure and extends along the depth direction of the refrigerator, while the first positioning member is positioned close to the rear panel of the refrigerator body.

[0015] In one embodiment, the light-transmitting element is made of glass.

[0016] Compared with existing technologies, this utility model integrates the lighting system with the shelf structure by placing the light-emitting element on the outside of the cabinet and guiding the light through the light-transmitting element. This effectively frees up the top space of the refrigerator and improves the utilization rate of storage volume. At the same time, the double-sided positioning unit and limiting structure ensure the stability of the position of the light-transmitting element, so that the light-transmitting element can take into account both light transmission and support for items. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of one embodiment of the box provided by this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of section A in the image;

[0019] Figure 3 A structural schematic diagram from another angle of one embodiment of the housing provided by this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4A schematic diagram of the structure of the box provided by this utility model without the light-transmitting component installed;

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of section B in the image;

[0022] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of one embodiment of the light-transmitting element provided by this utility model;

[0023] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A magnified view of section C in the image.

[0024] The symbols in the diagram represent the following meanings:

[0025] 10. Housing; 11. Chamber; 12. Limiting unit; 121. First limiting plate; 122. Second limiting plate; 13. Side plate; 14. Rear plate; 15. Positioning unit; 151. First positioning component; 152. Second positioning component; 153. Positioning groove; 1531. First section; 1532. Second section; 20. Light-emitting component; 30. Light-transmitting component; 31. Positioning seat; 311. Protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0027] It should be noted that when a mechanism is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another mechanism, it can be directly on the other mechanism or there may be an intervening mechanism. When a mechanism is considered to be "connected to" another mechanism, it can be directly connected to the other mechanism or there may be an intervening mechanism. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this application's specification are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0028] 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 at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0029] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature and the second feature are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The term "and / or" as used in this application includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0031] This utility model provides a refrigerator that emits a light source through a light-emitting element 20 located outside the cabinet 10 and transmits the light source through a light-transmitting element 30, so that the lighting module no longer needs to be set inside the cabinet 10, saving space in the cabinet 10 and improving the utilization rate of the internal space of the refrigerator.

[0032] Please see Figures 1-7 The refrigerator includes a cabinet 10, a light-emitting element 20, and a light-transmitting element 30. The cabinet 10 has a chamber 11 for storing items. A slot (not shown in the figure) is opened on the cabinet 10. The slot passes through one side of the cabinet 10 and communicates with the chamber 11. The light-emitting element 20 is connected to the outside of the cabinet 10 and is located at the position of the slot. The light-transmitting element 30 is made of light-transmitting material, is connected to the inside of the cabinet 10 and is located in the chamber 11, and passes through the slot to connect with the light-emitting element 20.

[0033] In this way, the light emitted by the light-emitting element 20 can be transmitted to the light-transmitting element 30 through the slot. Since the light-transmitting element 30 is made of transparent material, the light can propagate inside the light-transmitting element 30 and diffuse in all directions through the upper and lower sides and the front end of the light-transmitting element 30, thus making full use of the lighting brightness. In addition, the light-transmitting element 30 itself can be used as a shelf to support items.

[0034] It should be explained that the position of the light-emitting element 20 in the slot means that, along the opening direction of the slot, the light-emitting element 20 is at least partially located in the projection of the slot, or at least part of the slot is located in the projection of the light-emitting element 20.

[0035] Preferably, in this embodiment, the light-emitting element 20 is snapped into the slot, and the side of the light-emitting element 20 near the chamber 11 is flush with the inner wall of the housing 10. Thus, the light-emitting element 20 can directly define its position using the slot, without needing to add other structures to allow the light-emitting element 20 to transmit light into the housing 10 through the slot. Furthermore, the flush alignment of the light-emitting element 20 with the inner wall of the housing 10 facilitates the installation of various internal structures of the housing 10, such as the light-transmitting element 30.

[0036] Understandably, in other embodiments, the light-emitting element 20 may also be fixed to the outside of the housing 10 by means of bonding, welding or adding snap-fit ​​connections.

[0037] Furthermore, a limiting unit 12 is provided on the inner wall of the housing 10, and the light-transmitting element 30 is connected to the limiting unit 12. In this way, the structure effectively constrains the light-transmitting element 30 through the limiting unit 12, preventing it from shifting or shaking within the chamber 11, thus enhancing the overall stability of the shelf. At the same time, it helps to maintain the alignment of the light path between the light-emitting element 20 and the light-transmitting element 30, ensuring uniform and reliable lighting effects, and also providing users with a safer and more stable support surface when placing items.

[0038] Specifically, the cabinet 10 includes a side panel 13 and a rear panel 14, which are connected to form a cavity 11. A slot is formed in the rear panel 14, and the light-emitting element 20 is snapped into the slot. In this way, the light-emitting element is set on the outer rear part of the cabinet 10, making full use of the structure of the refrigerator rear panel 14 (that is, the side of the air duct structure near the cavity 11), avoiding the occupation of internal storage space. At the same time, the snap-fit ​​fixing method is simple in structure, easy to install and disassemble, which is conducive to production assembly and later maintenance. The overall structure is compact and reasonable.

[0039] Of course, in other embodiments, the slot can also be made on the side, that is, the light-emitting element 20 is disposed on the side, and the above-mentioned technical effect can also be achieved.

[0040] Furthermore, the rear panel 14 is equipped with a first limiting plate 121 and a second limiting plate 122. Along the height direction of the refrigerator, the first limiting plate 121 and the second limiting plate 122 are located on the upper and lower sides of the slot, respectively, forming a mounting groove. The light-transmitting element 30 is engaged in the mounting groove. In this way, the mounting groove structure achieves vertical limiting and rapid positioning of the light-transmitting element 30, ensuring that the installation position of the light-transmitting element 30 is accurate and not easily shifted back and forth. At the same time, it enhances the rigidity and load-bearing capacity of the overall structure, improves the product's service life and safety of use.

[0041] In other embodiments, the first limiting plate 121 and the second limiting plate 122 are disposed on the left and right sides of the slot, which can also effectively limit the light-transmitting element 30.

[0042] The back panel 14 is connected to two side panels 13, each with a positioning unit 15. The positioning unit 15 engages with the two sides of the light-transmitting element 30. In this way, the positioning units 15 work together, and in conjunction with the first and second limiting members located on the back panel 14, the light-transmitting element 30 is horizontally limited, preventing the shelf from tilting or deforming due to uneven force on one side, improving the overall structural stability, and making the user feel more secure and operate the shelf more smoothly when pushing and pulling it.

[0043] Specifically, the positioning unit 15 includes a first positioning element 151 and a second positioning element 152, which are spaced apart and form a positioning groove 153. Positioning seats 31 are provided at both ends of the light-transmitting element 30, and the positioning seats 31 engage with the positioning groove 153. This design simplifies assembly, ensures precise positioning, avoids the use of screws or other additional fasteners, reduces production costs and assembly complexity, and maintains a clean appearance.

[0044] Preferably, the first positioning member 151 is L-shaped and spaced apart from the second positioning member 152 to form an L-shaped positioning groove 153. The L-shaped positioning groove 153 includes a first segment 1531 and a second segment 1532, which are angled together. The positioning seat 31 extends into the first segment 1531, and a protrusion 311 is provided on the positioning seat 31, extending into the second segment 1532. Thus, the L-shaped positioning groove 153 and the protrusion 311 cooperate to form a bidirectional limiting mechanism, effectively resisting the displacement of the light-transmitting member 30 in the front-back and vertical directions, significantly preventing it from detaching, enhancing the structural reliability of the shelf under load and door opening / closing vibrations, and improving the user experience. When the light-transmitting member 30 tends to move outward, the protrusion 311 abuts against the end of the second positioning member 152 near the positioning groove 153, thereby limiting the light-transmitting member 30.

[0045] Furthermore, the second positioning member 152 is configured as a straight rod structure and extends along the depth direction of the refrigerator, while the first positioning member 151 is positioned close to the rear panel 14 of the cabinet 10. In this way, the positioning structure provides sufficient support in the depth direction, the first positioning member 151 can prevent the light-transmitting member 30 from warping due to force, and the positioning close to the rear panel 14 facilitates the centralized arrangement of the light path transmission structure.

[0046] In this embodiment, the protrusion 311 can be configured as a triangular protrusion, a cylindrical protrusion, a spherical protrusion, or a rectangular protrusion, as long as it can abut and limit the second positioning member 152.

[0047] For example, the light-transmitting element 30 is made of glass. Glass has the advantages of high light transmittance, low temperature resistance, and easy cleaning. It can efficiently transmit light and achieve large-area uniform lighting. At the same time, as a shelf, it has excellent load-bearing capacity and hygiene, taking into account both aesthetics and practicality, and meeting the requirements of household appliances for material safety and durability.

[0048] Compared with the prior art, this utility model achieves structural integration of the lighting system and the shelf by placing the light-emitting element 20 on the outside of the cabinet 10 and guiding the light through the light-transmitting element 30. This effectively frees up the top space of the refrigerator and improves the utilization rate of storage volume. At the same time, the double-sided positioning unit 15 and the limiting structure ensure the stability of the position of the light-transmitting element 30, so that the light-transmitting element 30 can take into account both light transmission and the support of items.

[0049] The refrigerator can be controlled by a voice module, which is equipped with a controller, a voice receiving module, and a voice parsing module. The voice receiving module receives user commands, and the voice parsing module parses the commands. Based on the parsed commands, the controller controls the refrigerator to perform corresponding operations, thereby realizing intelligent control of the refrigerator and improving the user experience.

[0050] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0051] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A refrigerator, characterized in that, include: The box (10) has a chamber (11) for containing items. A slot is provided on the box (10) through one side of the box (10) and communicating with the chamber (11). The light-emitting element (20) is connected to the outside of the housing (10) and located at the slot; The light-transmitting element (30) is made of a light-transmitting material, is connected to the inside of the housing (10) and located in the chamber (11), and passes through the slot to connect with the light-emitting element (20).

2. The refrigerator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The light-emitting element (20) is snapped into the slot, and the side of the light-emitting element (20) near the cavity (11) is flush with the inner wall of the box (10).

3. The refrigerator according to claim 2, characterized in that, The inner wall of the box (10) is provided with a limiting unit (12), and the light-transmitting element (30) is connected to the limiting unit (12).

4. The refrigerator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing (10) includes a side panel (13) and a rear panel (14), which are connected to form the chamber (11). The slot is formed on the rear plate (14), and the light-emitting element (20) is snapped into the slot.

5. The refrigerator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The rear plate (14) is provided with a first limiting plate (121) and a second limiting plate (122). Along the height direction of the refrigerator, the first limiting plate (121) and the second limiting plate (122) are located on the upper and lower sides of the slot respectively, forming an installation groove. The light-transmitting element (30) is snapped into the installation groove.

6. The refrigerator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The rear plate (14) is connected to two side plates (13) on both sides. Each of the two side plates (13) is provided with a positioning unit (15), which is engaged with both sides of the light-transmitting component (30).

7. The refrigerator according to claim 6, characterized in that, The positioning unit (15) includes a first positioning element (151) and a second positioning element (152), the first positioning element (151) and the second positioning element (152) are spaced apart and form a positioning groove (153). The light-transmitting element (30) is provided with positioning seats (31) at both ends, and the positioning seats (31) are engaged with the positioning groove (153).

8. The refrigerator according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first positioning member (151) is configured as an L-shape and is spaced apart from the second positioning member (152) to cooperate in forming the L-shaped positioning groove (153). The L-shaped positioning groove (153) includes a first segment (1531) and a second segment (1532). The first segment (1531) and the second segment (1532) are set at an angle. The positioning seat (31) extends into the first segment (1531) and the positioning seat (31) is provided with a protrusion (311). The protrusion (311) extends into the second segment (1532).

9. The refrigerator according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second positioning member (152) is configured as a straight rod structure and extends along the depth direction of the refrigerator, while the first positioning member (151) is located near the rear plate (14) of the cabinet (10).

10. The refrigerator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The light-transmitting element (30) is made of glass.

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