Refrigerator

Abstract

The refrigerator according to the present invention is configured such that the light source assembly for emitting light to the basket part can also play the role of fixing the basket part to the door. Accordingly, the effects of basket part fixing and lighting can be simultaneously implemented by a single structure rather than by separate structures.

Description

refrigerator

[0001] The present invention relates to a refrigerator.

[0002] A refrigerator is a home appliance that supplies cold air generated by the circulation of refrigerant to a storage room, thereby keeping various types of storage objects fresh for a long period of time.

[0003] Meanwhile, there has been an increasing demand from users for improved refrigerator appearance and for products that reflect diverse user preferences.

[0004] Especially in the case of refrigerators, the door that makes up the front determines the appearance of the refrigerator, so the user's needs can be satisfied through doors with various materials, colors, and design patterns.

[0005] Meanwhile, it is generally difficult to check the type of food stored in the refrigerator or its storage condition without opening the door.

[0006] The number of times and the time for which users open the door to check the type or storage status of food increases, which may cause unnecessary leakage of cold air inside the storage room.

[0007] Accordingly, by designing a portion of the door to be translucent or transparent, it is possible to check the type or storage status of food stored in the storage compartment without opening the refrigerator door.

[0008] However, even in cases where the status inside the storage room can be checked without opening the door, it may be difficult to check the status inside the storage room in a dark environment.

[0009] Additionally, if the condition inside the storage compartment can be checked without opening the door, the design of the interior of the storage compartment or the interior of the door may need to be improved because there may be a situation where the user can see inside even when the refrigerator is not in use.

[0010] In addition, as recent users tend to think of refrigerators as a design element, there is an increasing demand for a structure that makes not only the basket compartment inside the refrigerator but also the food items stored in the basket compartment stand out.

[0011] An object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator capable of fixing a basket portion and implementing a lighting effect with a single structure.

[0012] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator capable of reducing alignment errors between a light source module and a light guide member.

[0013] In addition, it is an object of the present invention to provide a refrigerator in which the positions of the light source module and the light guide member can be continuously maintained the same regardless of whether the basket portion is detached or not.

[0014] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator in which a defective light source assembly can be easily repaired or replaced.

[0015] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator capable of implementing various types of lighting effects simply by replacing a light source assembly.

[0016] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator capable of implementing a lighting effect on all sides of the basket portion recognized by the user when the sub-door and main door are opened.

[0017] In addition, it is an object of the present invention to provide a refrigerator capable of implementing a lighting effect in a basket section depending on whether a light source module is turned on or off even when the door is closed.

[0018] In addition, an object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator that can easily check the status of food stored in a basket even when the door is closed, thereby reducing the time it takes to open the door.

[0019] Another object of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator capable of implementing excellent decorative effects by lighting in various ways in various situations.

[0020] According to one embodiment of the present invention for solving the above-described problem, a refrigerator comprises a cabinet including one or more storage compartments, a door for opening and closing the storage compartments, a plurality of light source assemblies positioned on the door, and a basket part mounted on the door, wherein each of the light source assemblies includes a case part including a light source module for irradiating light onto the basket part, and one or more hanging parts for accommodating the light source modules and supporting the basket part.

[0021] The above-mentioned hanging portion extends in the vertical direction, and the above-mentioned basket portion can be attached to and detached from the hanging portion by sliding in the vertical direction.

[0022] The above light source assembly further includes a light guide member that guides light irradiated from the light source module to the basket portion, and the light guide member can extend from the upper and lower "sleeves*."

[0023] The above-mentioned hanging portion may include one or more opening slits that are opened to irradiate light from the light source module to the basket portion.

[0024] The above opening slits are provided in multiple numbers, and the hanging portion may include one or more partitions that define boundaries between the adjacent opening slits.

[0025] The light source assembly further includes one or more color filter portions through which light irradiated from the light source module passes, the color filter portions being arranged in the opening slit, and the color filter portions can have different colors based on the partition portion.

[0026] The case portion may include one or more wing portions arranged on at least one side of the hanging portion, and the wing portion may include one or more opening slits that are opened so that light from the light source module is irradiated to the basket portion.

[0027] The above wing portion can extend in the same direction as the direction in which the above hanging portion extends.

[0028] The above-mentioned hanging portion may protrude further in the direction toward the basket portion than the above-mentioned wing portion.

[0029] The uppermost section of the above-mentioned hanging portion may be located above the uppermost section of the above-mentioned wing portion.

[0030] A mounting portion is formed on the side of the above basket portion so as to be mounted on the above hanging portion, and the mounting portion can extend longer in the vertical direction than the above hanging portion.

[0031] In a state where the basket portion is secured to the hanging portion, the hanging portion may be positioned closer to the upper region than the lower region of the basket portion.

[0032] At the lower part of the above-mentioned hanging portion, one or more opening slits are formed so that light from the light source module is irradiated to the basket portion, and the opening slits can face the mounting portion.

[0033] The above-mentioned hook portion includes a first hook portion and a second hook portion that are spaced apart from each other, and a gap groove extending in the vertical direction can be formed between the first hook portion and the second hook portion.

[0034] The first hook portion and the second hook portion may protrude further in the direction toward the basket portion than the separation groove.

[0035] On the side of the basket portion, a first and second mounting portions that are inserted to be mounted on the first and second hanging portions, respectively, and a mounting protrusion formed between the first and second mounting portions and protruding to be inserted into the separation groove may be formed.

[0036] The first hanging portion and the second hanging portion may be formed with a first opening slit and a second opening slit, respectively, which are opened so that light from the light source module is irradiated to the basket portion.

[0037] The first opening slit and the second opening slit may be opened toward the side of the basket portion.

[0038] The above first opening slit and the above second opening slit can be opened to face each other.

[0039] An opening slit may be formed in the above-mentioned separation groove so that light from the light source module is irradiated to the basket portion.

[0040] The light source assembly may be attached to the door so as to be detachable from the door.

[0041] The above light source assembly can be formed integrally with the door.

[0042] In a refrigerator according to the present invention, a light source assembly that irradiates light to a basket portion can also serve to secure the basket portion to a door.

[0043] Accordingly, the fixing and lighting effects of the basket section can be implemented simultaneously as a single structure rather than as separate structures.

[0044] In addition, the refrigerator according to the present invention may be configured as a single light source assembly by including a light source module and a light guide member that guides light irradiated from the light source module in the case portion.

[0045] Accordingly, it is possible to prevent changes in the amount or direction of illumination in the basket section that may vary due to unintended alignment errors between the light source module and the light guide member.

[0046] In addition, the refrigerator according to the present invention can continuously maintain the positions of the light source module and the light guide member the same regardless of whether the basket part is detached or not, so that changes in the amount or direction of illumination of the basket part that may change due to unintended changes in the positions of the light source module or the light guide member can be prevented.

[0047] In addition, since the refrigerator according to the present invention can be provided as a kind of light source assembly kit in which the light source assembly is detachable from the door, when a defect occurs in the light source module, only the light source assembly including the light source module requiring repair can be separated and replaced, thereby making it possible to quickly and easily repair or replace the light source module.

[0048] In addition, since the refrigerator according to the present invention can be provided as a kind of light source assembly kit in which the light source assembly is detachable from the door, various types of lighting effects can be implemented simply by replacing the light source assembly with a light source assembly of various shapes, such as changing the opening, position, area, shape, etc. of the light source module included in the light source assembly, thereby achieving excellent decorative effects and design differentiation.

[0049] In addition, since the refrigerator according to the present invention can directly irradiate light to the basket portion, the basket portion itself can serve as a lighting member, thereby making the food stored in the basket portion stand out more and enhancing the aesthetic appeal.

[0050] In addition, the refrigerator according to the present invention can freely change the basket portion in various ways, such as changing the material or shape of the basket portion or forming a pattern portion in a specific area, so that various types of lighting effects can be implemented according to the deformation of the basket portion that functions as a lighting member, thereby achieving excellent decorative effects and design differentiation.

[0051] In addition, the door of the refrigerator according to the present invention includes a main door having an opening therein and being rotatable from the cabinet, and a sub-door that opens and closes the opening of the main door and is rotatable from the main door, and the basket portion is mounted on the main door, so that when the sub-door and the main door are opened, the user can recognize the front and back of the basket portion, respectively.

[0052] Accordingly, the basket section that implements a lighting effect along the side edge of the support member can implement a lighting effect on all sides recognized by the user when the sub-door and main door are opened, and thus can exhibit a design effect through consistent lighting of the basket section.

[0053] In addition, the refrigerator according to the present invention can see through the inside of the storage compartment through the front of the door, includes various types of detection devices, and the light source module can be turned on or off by a signal from the detection device, so that even when the door is closed, the lighting effect of the basket section can be implemented according to the on or off of the light source module, so that an excellent decorative effect can be provided without unnecessary leakage of cold air.

[0054] Accordingly, since the type and condition of food stored in the basket can be easily identified even when the refrigerator door is closed, the condition of the food can be easily managed, and since the time the door is opened can be reduced, there is an effect of reducing energy consumption.

[0055] In addition, the refrigerator according to the present invention is equipped with a lighting unit in the storage compartment or on the door, and the control unit can individually or interlockingly control the on / off of the light source module and the lighting unit according to a signal from a detection device or a remote device, thereby providing a more excellent decoration effect in various ways in various situations.

[0056] Figures 1 and 2 are front views of a refrigerator with the door closed, with the front view of the door not visible and with the front view of the door visible, respectively.

[0057] Figures 3 and 4 are front views of the refrigerator with the sub-door and main door open, respectively.

[0058] Figure 5 illustrates the first door with the sub-door open.

[0059] Figure 6 illustrates the first door of the integrated type.

[0060] Figure 7 illustrates the main door of the first door.

[0061] Figure 8 is an exploded perspective view of the main door, light source assembly, and basket portion of the first door.

[0062] Figure 9 illustrates the connection of wires to each light source assembly.

[0063] FIG. 10 illustrates a buried portion formed in a door liner, a light source assembly fastened to the door liner, and a basket portion fastened to the door liner.

[0064] FIGS. 11, 12, 13, and 14 are perspective views, front views, rear views, and vertical cross-sectional views of a light source assembly fastened to a buried portion according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0065] FIGS. 15, 16, 17, and 18 are perspective views, front views, rear views, and vertical cross-sectional views of a light source assembly fastened to a recessed portion according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0066] FIG. 19 and FIG. 20 are perspective views of a light source assembly according to another embodiment of the present invention, and illustrate a basket portion mounted on a first door to which the light source assembly is fastened.

[0067] FIGS. 21 to 23 are perspective views of a light source assembly according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0068] Fig. 24 illustrates a basket portion mounted on a first door to which a light source assembly according to Fig. 21 is fastened.

[0069] FIG. 25 illustrates a light source assembly formed on a door liner according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0070] Figure 26 illustrates the lower surface of the basket portion.

[0071] Fig. 27 illustrates another embodiment of a basket portion implemented in a separate form.

[0072] Figure 28 is a block diagram showing the flow of control signals of a refrigerator.

[0073] Figure 29 is a drawing showing a screen implemented on a remote device or display unit.

[0074] Fig. 30 is a front view of a refrigerator according to another embodiment with one sub-door open.

[0075] FIG. 31 is a front view of a refrigerator according to another embodiment with one main door open.

[0076] FIG. 32 is a side cross-sectional view of a basket assembly, shelf section, and storage section mounted inside a first door and a first storage compartment according to another embodiment.

[0077] FIG. 33 is an exploded perspective view of a second door according to another embodiment including a dispenser.

[0078] FIG. 34 is a drawing showing a screen according to another embodiment implemented in a remote device or display unit.

[0079] Figure 35 illustrates a flowchart according to an exemplary scenario for controlling the light emission of various types of lights.

[0080] Hereinafter, a refrigerator according to some embodiments of the present invention will be described.

[0081] First, with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4, a refrigerator according to one embodiment of the present invention and the connection relationship of each major component constituting the refrigerator will be described.

[0082] A refrigerator (1) may have an exterior formed by a cabinet (2) including one or more storage rooms, which are storage spaces for products, inside, and one or more doors (11, 12) that can open and close the open front of the cabinet (2).

[0083] The cabinet (2) includes an outer case forming the outer surface of the refrigerator (1) and an inner case forming the inner surface, and the inside of the inner case can be divided into one or more storage spaces.

[0084] The cabinet (2) may include one or more storage rooms, for example, a first storage room (21) and a second storage room (22) arranged vertically and separated by a barrier (15).

[0085] For example, the first storage room (21) located at the top may be a refrigerator, and the second storage room (22) located at the bottom may be a freezer.

[0086] However, the positions of the first storage room (21) and the second storage room (22) are not limited thereto, and in other embodiments, the positions of the first storage room (21) and the second storage room (22) may be swapped with each other, and may be arranged parallel to each other in the left-right direction.

[0087] In the first storage room (21) and the second storage room (22), one or more storage sections (61) and shelf sections (62) for storing food can be arranged, respectively.

[0088] In each of the first storage room (21) and the second storage room (22), one or more high-intensity lighting units (71) may be placed to illuminate the interior.

[0089] For example, the high-intensity lighting unit (71) can be placed at any location, such as the upper surface, lower surface, and side surface of each storage room.

[0090] The first door (11) can be opened and closed by rotating the open front of the first storage room (21), and the second door (12) can be opened and closed by rotating the open front of the second storage room (22).

[0091] The first door (11) and the second door (12) are provided as a pair on the left and right, and can shield the first storage room (21) and the second storage room (22), respectively.

[0092] However, it is not limited to this, and the first door (11) or the second door (12) may be provided in a non-rotating pull-out manner, and only one door may be provided for opening and closing each storage room.

[0093] The first door (11) and the second door (12) may be provided with one or more basket sections (50), and the basket sections (50) may be configured so as not to interfere with the storage sections (61) provided in the storage room when the first door (11) and the second door (12) are closed.

[0094] Meanwhile, at least one of the pair of first doors (11) may be configured as a double door type that can be opened and closed in two ways.

[0095] For example, the first door (11) of the double door type may include a main door (30) that opens and closes the first storage room (21), and a sub door (40) that is rotatably arranged on the front of the main door (30) to open and close the front of the main door (30).

[0096] The main door (30) is rotatably mounted on the cabinet (2) by a main hinge (31) to open and close a portion of the first storage room (21).

[0097] The main door (30) may include an opening (30h) formed to penetrate the main door (30) in the front-back direction.

[0098] The main door (30) can have its overall appearance formed by an outer plate (33), a door liner (32) coupled to the back surface of the outer plate (33), and an upper cap deco (35) and a lower cap deco (36) that finish the top and bottom of the outer plate (33) and the door liner (32), respectively.

[0099] The out plate (33) can be formed from a plate-shaped stainless steel material and can be folded to form the front and a portion of the periphery of the main door (30).

[0100] The out plate (33) can be formed so that an area corresponding to the opening (30h) is opened.

[0101] The door liner (32) can be injection-molded from a plastic material and can form the back surface of the main door (30).

[0102] The door liner (32) can also be formed so that the area corresponding to the opening (30h) is open.

[0103] Referring further to FIG. 8, a door frame (34) may be additionally placed between the out plate (33) and the door liner (32).

[0104] The door frame (34) can be injection-molded from a plastic material and formed in a shape having a hollow interior to surround the outer surface of the door liner (32) so that it can be fitted and fixed to the outer plate (33) and the door liner (32), respectively.

[0105] The user can see into the storage room or take out or store food items through the opening (30h) of the main door (30) formed in this way.

[0106] One or more basket sections (50) may be mounted on the back of the main door (30).

[0107] For example, the basket portion (50) can be placed inside the door liner (32) along the left and right direction of the door liner (32).

[0108] Therefore, the basket portion (50) can be exposed to the outside through the opening (30h) of the main door (30).

[0109] The user can access the basket section (50) without opening the main door (30) through the opening (30h).

[0110] The size of the opening (30h) can be formed to occupy most of the front of the main door (30) excluding a portion of the perimeter of the main door (30).

[0111] The main door (30) may be equipped with one or more display units (60).

[0112] The display unit (60) is used to display and operate the operating status of the refrigerator (1), and allows the user to identify various types of information from the outside through the sub door (40).

[0113] The display unit (60) may be provided with a display screen for displaying status information of the refrigerator (1) and various operation buttons for setting the operation of the refrigerator (1).

[0114] The display unit (60) can be arranged to overlap the basket portion (50) in the front-rear direction of the main door (30).

[0115] The sub door (40) is rotatably mounted to the main door (30) by a sub hinge (41) and can open and close an opening (30h) formed on the front of the main door (30).

[0116] The sub door (40) may include a transparent portion (42) on the front.

[0117] The penetration portion (42) of the sub-door (40) may be arranged to overlap with the opening (30h) of the main door (30) in the front-back direction, and may be formed in a shape and size corresponding to the opening (30h) of the main door (30).

[0118] Therefore, the user can see inside the first storage room (21) through the penetration portion (42) of the sub door (40) and the opening (30h) of the main door (30).

[0119] Accordingly, the user can access the opening (30h) of the main door (30) by opening the sub-door (40), and at the same time, can see into the inside of the storage room through the penetration portion (42) even when the sub-door (40) is closed.

[0120] The sub-door (40) may be formed of a transparent material such as glass in the area corresponding to the transmission portion (42), and may be transparent.

[0121] Meanwhile, the transparent portion (42) of the sub-door (40) can be formed of a material whose light transmittance and reflectance can be selectively controlled, so that it can be configured to be selectively operated as transparent or opaque depending on the user's operation.

[0122] Accordingly, the transparent portion (42) can be made transparent only when the user desires it, thereby allowing the interior of the first storage chamber (21) to be visible, and otherwise maintained in an opaque state.

[0123] The opaque state referred to in this specification means a state in which the inside of the storage compartment is not clearly visible when looking at the transmission part (42) from a typical refrigerator use distance, and is not defined as a completely opaque state.

[0124] For example, referring to FIG. 1, when the transmission part (42) of the sub-door (40) is in an opaque state, the sub-door (40) can be in an opaque black color or a state like a mirror surface.

[0125] In this way, the sub door (40) is maintained in an opaque state, and the exterior of the refrigerator (1) has a texture like a beautiful black mirror, so that it can have a simple and beautiful exterior.

[0126] Referring to Fig. 2, when the transparent portion (42) of the sub-door (40) is transparent, the user can not only see the inside of the storage room through the transparent portion (42), but also see one side of the basket portion (50) exposed through the opening (30h).

[0127] The transparent state meant in this specification means that the inside of the storage compartment can be seen to some extent when looking at the transmission part (42) from the usage distance of a general refrigerator (1), and is not defined only as a completely transparent state.

[0128] Accordingly, the user can distinguish the food items stored in the basket section (50) or check the storage status of the basket section (50) even without opening the sub door (40).

[0129] When the sub-door (40) becomes transparent, the display unit (60) placed at the rear of the sub-door (40) also becomes visible, allowing the operating status of the refrigerator (1) to be displayed externally.

[0130] In this case, when the transmission part (42) of the sub door (40) is transparent, it can be called a see-through screen state or a “smart insta view” state, which maximizes usability.

[0131] One or more door lighting units (72) may be placed in the sub door (40).

[0132] For example, the door lighting unit (72) is disposed on the back surface of the sub-door (40), and may be located adjacent to the upper area of ​​the transmission section (42), but is not limited thereto, and may also be located adjacent to the lower area or side area of ​​the transmission section (42).

[0133] In this way, the door lighting unit (72) is positioned adjacent to the transparent portion (42) of the sub-door (40), so that the user can clearly see into the storage room through the transparent portion (42) even in a dark environment.

[0134] The door lighting unit (72) can be controlled to be turned on or off depending on the situation, even when the sub door (40) is open or not.

[0135] A first detection device (251) for detecting the user's human body may be placed on the first door (11) or the second door (12).

[0136] For example, the first detection device (251) is illustrated as being placed in the lower front area of ​​the second door (12), but is not limited thereto.

[0137] Referring to Fig. 6, the first door (11) may be an integrated door type rather than a double door type divided into a main door and a sub door.

[0138] In this case, a transparent portion (42) is formed on the front of the first door (11), and an opening (11h) can be formed in the inner area of ​​the first door (11) corresponding to the transparent portion (42).

[0139] Therefore, the user can check the status of food stored in the basket section (50) within the first door (11) through the opening (11h) and the penetration section (42) without opening the first door (11).

[0140] Hereinafter, with further reference to FIGS. 5 to 10, the fixing structure of the light source assembly (80) mounted on the first door (11) and the basket portion (50) supported by the light source assembly (80) and fixed to the first door (11) will be described in more detail.

[0141] One or more buried portions (321) that are sunken in the outer direction of the door liner (32) to have a predetermined thickness may be formed on both inner sides of the door liner (32).

[0142] For example, on one side of the door liner (32), a plurality of embedded parts (321) can be arranged and spaced apart from each other in the vertical direction at a predetermined distance.

[0143] The embedded portions (321) formed on both inner sides of the door liner (32) facing each other can be arranged in symmetrical shapes and positions.

[0144] A light source assembly (80) can be detachably fastened to each of the landfills (321).

[0145] For example, some areas of the light source assembly (80) may be fastened to be inserted into the recessed portion (321).

[0146] In this case, a hook portion (812) protruding outward is formed on the front of the light source assembly (80), and the hook portion (812) may be formed to protrude outward from the embedded portion (321) without being inserted into the embedded portion (321).

[0147] Referring to Fig. 10, a wire (91) and a wire connector (92) connected to the wire (91) may protrude outward from the buried portion (321) through a wire hole (323) formed in the buried portion (321).

[0148] The wire connector (92) is connected to the light source assembly (80) and can apply power and various signals so that the light source assembly (80) can emit light.

[0149] Accordingly, when the light source assembly (80) is fastened to the buried portion (321), the user can first connect the wire connector (92) to the light source assembly (80) and then fasten the light source assembly (80) to the buried portion (321).

[0150] A wire (91) for applying power and signals to the light source assembly (80) can be connected from the cabinet (2) through the hinge connection (31c) of the upper cap deco (35) to which the main hinge (31) is connected.

[0151] For example, a wire (91) passing through a hinge connection portion (31c) can be electrically connected to a light source assembly (80) through a wire connector (92) passing through a wire hole (323) formed in each buried portion (321) via a connector portion (90) located at each intermediate point.

[0152] In this case, the connector portion (90) may be optionally placed and may be omitted.

[0153] The interior of the first door (11) can be filled with foam material for insulation effect.

[0154] Accordingly, the wire (91) passing through the inside of the first door (11) other than the wire connector (92) and the part of the wire (91) protruding outward through the wire hole (323) of the buried portion (321) is wrapped and fixed by the foam material, and an insulating effect can also be obtained.

[0155] When the light source assembly (80) is fastened to the embedded portion (321) of the door liner (32) formed in this manner, a pair of light source assemblies (80) can be placed facing each other on both inner sides of the door liner (32).

[0156] Each light source assembly (80) includes a hook portion (812) protruding outward from the buried portion (321), and the hook portion (812) can serve as a support structure that supports the basket portion (50).

[0157] The basket portion (50) can be formed in a shape with an open upper surface and an overall storage space for storing food.

[0158] The basket portion (50) may include a front surface (50f) of the basket portion (50), a rear surface (50b) facing the front surface (50f), a pair of side surfaces (50s) corresponding to both sides of the basket portion (50), and a lower surface (50d) supporting the lower portion of the storage space.

[0159] The front direction of the basket portion (50) in this specification may refer to the direction of the basket portion (50) recognized by the user when the first door (11) is opened, and the rear direction of the basket portion (50) may refer to the direction of the basket portion (50) recognized by the user through the transparent portion (42) when the first door (11) is not opened.

[0160] On both sides of the basket portion (50), a pair of mounting portions (51) protruding upward from the lower surface (50d) of the basket portion (50) can be formed.

[0161] The anchoring portion (51) can be formed to be introduced inward from the end of the side surface (50s) of the basket portion (50).

[0162] The mounting portion (51) can be described as having a shape that protrudes inward and upward based on the inner surface of the basket portion (50), and the mounting portion (51) can be described as having a shape that recesses inward and upward based on the outer surface of the basket portion (50).

[0163] By the fixing portion (51) of the basket portion (50) being fixed to the hanging portion (812) of the light source assembly (80), the basket portion (50) can be fixed to the inside of the door liner (32) of the first door (11).

[0164] The basket portion (50) can move up and down so that the mounting portion (51) is mounted or separated from the hanging portion (812) of the light source assembly (80).

[0165] The mounting portion (51) can be formed in a shape corresponding to the hanging portion (812) so that the mounting portion (51) can be mounted on the hanging portion (812) and the hanging portion (812) can be positioned in the inner lower region of the mounting portion (51).

[0166] For example, the inner diameter of the inner surface of the mounting portion (51) can be formed to be larger than the outer diameter of the outer surface of the hanging portion (812), thereby enabling the basket portion (50) to be easily attached and detached from the light source assembly (80).

[0167] In this way, the light source assembly (80) is arranged on both sides of the basket portion (50) so as to support the lower portions of both sides of the basket portion (50).

[0168] Hereinafter, a light source assembly (80) according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described in more detail with further reference to FIGS. 11 to 14.

[0169] The light source assembly (80) may include a case portion (81), a light source module (82) fastened within the case portion (81), and a light guide member (83).

[0170] The case part (81) can form the overall outer shape of the light source assembly (80).

[0171] The case part (81) may include a body part (811) which is an area inserted into the landfill part (321) and a hanging part (812) which is formed to protrude outward from the body part (811).

[0172] That is, the hanging portion (812) can be formed to protrude outward from the front surface (81f) of the case portion (81).

[0173] The front surface (81f) of the case portion (81) can be defined as a surface facing the side surface (50s) of the basket portion (50).

[0174] The hanging part (812) can be formed to be long in the vertical direction and have a relatively short width in the left-right direction.

[0175] For example, the hanging portion (812) can be formed to have a cross-sectional shape roughly like a trapezoid with the width decreasing from left to right as it goes upward.

[0176] Accordingly, the mounting portion (51) of the basket portion (50) inserted into the hanging portion (812) can be easily mounted and separated.

[0177] As the hook part (812) is extended in the vertical direction in this way, the basket part (50) that is attached to and detached from the hook part (812) in a sliding manner by sliding from the top to the bottom and released from the bottom to the top can be prevented from being unintentionally released from the hook part (812).

[0178] The hanging part (812) can be arranged to be biased to one side based on the left and right direction of the front (811f) of the body part (811).

[0179] For example, the embedded portion (321) formed in the door liner (32) may be positioned to be biased to one side based on the front-rear direction of the door liner (32).

[0180] In this case, the hook (812) of the light source assembly (80) is positioned so as to be tilted toward one side of the body (811) in the opposite direction to the direction in which the embedded portion (321) of the door liner (32) is tilted toward one side, so that when the light source assembly (80) is fastened to the embedded portion (321), the hook (812) can be positioned as close to the center area as possible without being tilted toward one side based on the front-back direction of the door liner (32).

[0181] Accordingly, by ensuring that the position of the mounting structure for mounting the basket portion (50) is positioned as close to the center area of ​​the door liner (32) as possible, the basket portion (50) can be supported more stably.

[0182] Meanwhile, the hanging portion (812) may be formed with one or more opening slits (813) that are opened in the front direction, i.e., in the direction toward the side (50s) of the basket portion (50).

[0183] In the case of FIGS. 11 and 12, four opening slits (813) are shown to be formed on the front of the hanging part (812), but this is not limited to this, and one slit or a plurality of slits may be formed, which may be less than or more than four.

[0184] One or more partitions (84) that demarcate the boundaries of adjacent opening slits (813) may be formed on the inside of the hanging member (812).

[0185] For example, the partition (84) may be formed to cross the inside of the hanging portion (812) in a horizontal direction, so that a plurality of opening slits (813) may be arranged to be separated in a vertical direction.

[0186] However, it is not limited thereto, and the partition (84) may be formed to cross the inside of the hanging portion (812) in the vertical direction, and in this case, a plurality of opening slits (813) may be arranged to be divided in the horizontal direction.

[0187] In addition, the heights of the opening slits (813) separated by the plurality of partitions (84) may be formed to be the same, but are not limited thereto. By making the spacing between adjacent partitions (84) different, the heights of the plurality of opening slits (813) may be formed to be different.

[0188] Meanwhile, the rear side of the case part (81) can be formed to be open so that the light source module (82) and the light guide member (83) can be inserted and fixed toward the rear side of the case part (81).

[0189] A hook portion (815) may be formed on each of the upper surface (81t) and lower surface (81d) of the case portion (81).

[0190] For example, on both sides of the hook portion (815) formed on the upper surface (81t) and lower surface (81d) of the case portion (81), cut portions may be formed in which some areas of the upper surface (81t) and lower surface (81d) are cut and removed.

[0191] Accordingly, the hook portion (815) can function as an elastic hook having a predetermined elasticity.

[0192] Referring to Fig. 10, the hook portion (815) formed on the upper surface (81t) and the lower surface (81d) of the case portion (81) can be fastened to the hook fastening portion (322) formed on the upper surface and the lower surface of the buried portion (321), respectively.

[0193] In this way, since the case part (81) is fastened to the buried part (321) in a hook-type manner, the case part (81) can be freely attached and detached from the buried part (321) without a separate fastening member.

[0194] The hook portion (815) of the case portion (81) may be additionally formed on at least one side (81s) of the case portion (81), and a hook fastening portion (322) may be additionally formed on the side of the buried portion (321).

[0195] Accordingly, the fastening force between the light source assembly (80) and the buried portion (321) can be further increased.

[0196] A connector hole corresponding to the wire hole (323) of the buried portion (321) can be formed on one side (81s) of the case portion (81).

[0197] The wire connector (92) exposed through the wire hole (323) of the landfill (321) can be connected to the light source module (82) through the connector hole of the case part (81).

[0198] Meanwhile, the light source assembly (80) may include a light source module (82) that irradiates light to the basket portion (50).

[0199] The light source module (82) can be inserted and fixed toward the rear of the case part (81).

[0200] The light source module (82) may include a substrate (821) extending in one direction and one or more light sources (822) arranged along one side of the substrate (821).

[0201] For example, a plurality of light sources (822) can be spaced apart and arranged at a predetermined distance along the extension direction of a substrate (821) that extends vertically.

[0202] The light source (822) may be configured to irradiate light of various colors, but is not limited thereto, and may also irradiate light of one color.

[0203] For example, the light source (822) may be composed of, but is not limited to, an RGB LED (Red Green Blue light emitting diode).

[0204] The light source module (82) can be extended in the vertical direction with a hanging portion (812) including an opening slit (813).

[0205] For example, the light source module (82) can be formed to have a size substantially corresponding to that of the hanging portion (812).

[0206] Accordingly, light irradiated from the light source module (82) can be irradiated to the basket portion (50) through each opening slit (813) formed in the hanging portion (812).

[0207] For example, light sources (822) arranged to correspond to each aperture slit (813) can be controlled differently to have different colors or different brightness.

[0208] For example, the light sources (822) corresponding to one opening slit (813) may be arranged as LEDs that emit red light, the light sources (822) corresponding to another opening slit (813) may be arranged as LEDs that emit green light, the light sources (822) corresponding to another opening slit (813) may be arranged as LEDs that emit blue light, and the light sources (822) corresponding to the remaining opening slit (813) may be arranged as LEDs that emit white light.

[0209] The on / off of the light sources (822) corresponding to each opening slit (813) can be controlled differently, thereby allowing the user to freely implement the desired color.

[0210] As another example, the light sources (822) corresponding to each aperture slit (813) may be arranged as LEDs that emit the same color.

[0211] In this case, the light sources (822) corresponding to each aperture slit (813) are controlled differently to emit light with different brightness, so that the brightness can be freely implemented as desired by the user.

[0212] A pair of hook fixing parts (819) that can support the lower and upper surfaces of the substrate (821) can be formed on the rear surface of the case part (81).

[0213] A pair of hook fixing parts (819) are respectively positioned on the upper and lower sides of the hanging part (812), so that the light source module (82) can be fixed at a position corresponding to the hanging part (812).

[0214] Accordingly, the light source module (82) can be easily attached and detached by hook connection through a pair of hook fixing parts (819).

[0215] A connector connection portion (823) is formed on the other side of the substrate (821), and can be connected to a wire connector (92) to receive power and signals.

[0216] The light source assembly (800) may further include a light guide member (83) that guides light irradiated from the light source module (82) to the basket portion (50).

[0217] The light guide member (83) can be placed in front of the light source module (82).

[0218] The light guide member (83) can serve to guide light by diffusing or scattering the light.

[0219] For example, the light guide member (83) may be formed of a polymer material such as PMMA, but is not limited thereto.

[0220] The light guide member (83) can be formed to extend long along the vertical direction in which the light source module (82) extends.

[0221] Additionally, the light guide member (83) can be formed into a shape substantially corresponding to the hanging member (812).

[0222] The light guide member (83) can be formed in a plate shape having a large area in the direction toward the basket portion (50), and accordingly, the light source assembly (800) can function as a surface light.

[0223] The light guide member (83) can be exposed to the outside through an opening slit (813) formed in the hanging member (812).

[0224] The hanging part (812) protrudes forward to have a predetermined thickness, and partitions (84) that divide a plurality of opening slits (813) can also be formed to extend from the front to the rear of the hanging part (812).

[0225] The light guide member (83) can be arranged to extend in the vertical direction at the rear of the hanging member (812).

[0226] In this case, the partition (84) may be positioned slightly forward of the rear of the hook (812) to provide enough space for the light guide member (83) to be fixed to the rear of the hook (812).

[0227] An opening slit (813) and a partition (84) are positioned on one side of the light guide member (83), and a light source module (82) can be positioned on the other side of the light guide member (83).

[0228] By means of the partition (84) arranged in this manner, the light guide member (83) can be divided into an area corresponding to the opening slit (813).

[0229] In addition, the opening slit (813) is formed to be open to the rear of the case part (81), and each light guide member (83) can be inserted and fixed into the opening slit (813) partitioned by each partition part (84).

[0230] In this case, each light guide member (83) is arranged to be divided into multiple parts, and can function as a separate light guide member (83) corresponding to light of different colors or brightness when light of different colors or brightness is irradiated from the light source module (82).

[0231] Therefore, the partition (84) can have the function of preventing color mixing by distinguishing light of different colors or brightness.

[0232] Since the light source (822) of the light source module (82) is arranged to overlap with one side of the light guide member (83) in the horizontal direction, the light source module (82) can be arranged to be aligned horizontally with the light guide member (83) so that the light source (822) can irradiate light to the other side of the light guide member (83).

[0233] Meanwhile, the light source assembly (80) may further include one or more color filter parts (85) through which light irradiated from the light source module (82) passes.

[0234] Each color filter section (85) can be arranged to correspond to each opening slit (813) partitioned by each partition section (84).

[0235] For example, each color filter unit (85) may be positioned in front of the hanging unit (812) and fixed to each opening slit (813).

[0236] Each color filter section (85) can be formed to have a different color according to each opening slit (813) divided based on the partition section (84).

[0237] Accordingly, even if the light sources (822) of the light source module (82) implement the same color, the user can freely implement the color he or she wants by additionally providing a color filter unit (85) having a different color.

[0238] Referring further to FIG. 14 and FIG. 26, the basket portion (50) may be formed to include a lower rib (52) protruding downward along the lower edge of the basket portion (50).

[0239] For example, the lower rib (52) of the basket portion (50) may be formed to extend from the side surface (50s) of the basket portion (50) and protrude further downward than the lower surface (50d).

[0240] At least a portion of the light source module (82) and the light guide member (83), for example, a portion of the lower portion, may be arranged to overlap each other horizontally with the side surface of the lower rib (52) of the basket portion (50).

[0241] That is, one side of the light guide member (83) faces the light source (822) of the light source module (82), and at least a portion of the other side of the light guide member (83) can face the side of the lower rib (52) of the basket portion (50).

[0242] Accordingly, light irradiated from the light source (822) is incident on one side of the light guide member (83) and emitted from the other side, and can be irradiated to the lower rib (52) of the basket portion (50).

[0243] A pattern portion (53) having a predetermined pattern can be formed along the inner edge of the lower rib (52) on the lower surface (50d) of the basket portion (50).

[0244] For example, by performing a corrosion treatment on the mold forming the basket portion (50) using a corrosion agent, a pattern portion (53) can be formed on the lower surface (50d) of the basket portion (50), but the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0245] For example, the pattern section (53) may be provided with a predetermined pattern such as a grid shape, but is not limited to this shape.

[0246] The pattern portion (53) can function as a shielding pattern.

[0247] Therefore, the light reaching the pattern portion (53) may not be emitted in the lower direction of the basket portion (50).

[0248] In this way, since the pattern portion (53) is formed along the perimeter of the inner edge of the lower rib (52), the light irradiated to the side of the basket portion (50) can be diverged along the shape of the lower rib (52) as much as possible, thereby enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the lighting effect of the basket portion (50).

[0249] In order to increase the shielding effect of the pattern portion (53), the pattern portion (53) may be replaced by placing an additional shielding member such as a shielding film or by printing a shielding layer that absorbs light.

[0250] However, the function of the pattern portion (53) is not limited to this, and in another embodiment, the pattern portion (53) may function as a diffusion pattern in which light is actively scattered in the pattern portion (53).

[0251] In this case, the pattern portion (53) may be formed in various ways, such as by providing roughness to allow for diffuse reflection, attaching diffusion tape, or applying a coating solution.

[0252] Referring to Fig. 27, the basket portion (50) may be formed as at least two separate structures rather than as a single integral structure.

[0253] For example, a separate support member (54) that supports the basket part (50) may be formed at the bottom of the basket part (50).

[0254] The support member (54) can be formed to include a plate-shaped support body portion (541) having a shape corresponding to the lower surface of the basket portion (50) as a whole, and insert portions (542) formed on both sides of the support body portion (541).

[0255] The insertion portion (542) can be formed in a shape corresponding to the mounting portion (51) so that it can be inserted into the inner side of the mounting portion (51) of the basket portion (50).

[0256] Additionally, the insertion portion (542) can be formed in a shape corresponding to the hook portion (812) so that it can be mounted on the hook portion (812) of the light source assembly (80).

[0257] Accordingly, after the insertion part (542) of the support member (54) is secured to the hanging part (812) of the light source assembly (80), the basket part (50) can be fixed to the door in such a way that the securing part (51) of the basket part (50) is additionally secured to the insertion part (542).

[0258] Accordingly, according to the present invention, since the support member (54) is primarily secured to the hanging member (812) and the structure is further separated into a basket member (50) that can be detached from the support member (54), cleaning or food storage can be facilitated by removing only the basket member (50).

[0259] For example, the support member (54) can be formed of the same material as the light guide member, and thus the support member (54) can also serve to guide light.

[0260] In another embodiment, the basket portion (50) may be formed as a single integral structure, but the material constituting the basket portion (50) may be formed differently depending on the area.

[0261] For example, by using a double injection structure, the upper and lower regions of the basket portion (50) can be formed with different materials, and by forming the lower region with a material that can better guide light, an area where light is better emitted can be distinguished with minimal light loss.

[0262] Hereinafter, various embodiments of the light source assembly (80) will be described with reference to FIGS. 15 to 25, and any overlapping content described above will be omitted.

[0263] Referring to FIGS. 15 to 18, a light source assembly (80) according to another embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0264] A hook portion (812) protruding forward is formed on the front surface (81f, 811f) of the case portion (81), and a wing portion (86a, 86b) may be formed on at least one side of the hook portion (812).

[0265] The hook portion (812) can be extended in a vertical direction, and the wing portions (86a, 86b) can also be extended in a vertical direction in the same direction as the hook portion (812) is extended.

[0266] For example, the wing portions (86a, 86b) may be formed as a pair on both sides of the hanging portion (812), but are not limited thereto, and may be arranged on only one side or formed as multiple pairs on each side.

[0267] Additionally, the first wing portion (86a) and the second wing portion (86b) may be formed symmetrically with respect to the hanging portion (812), but are not limited thereto.

[0268] The first wing portion (86a) and the second wing portion (86b) may each include a first opening slit (813a) and a second opening slit (83b).

[0269] In this case, the first opening slit (813a) formed in the first wing portion (86a) may be formed into a plurality of opening slits by being partitioned by one or more partitions, and the second opening slit (813b) may also be formed into a plurality of opening slits.

[0270] On the back surface of the first wing portion (86a), a first light guide member (83a), a first substrate (821a), and a first light source module (82a) including a plurality of light sources can be arranged.

[0271] Additionally, a second light guide member (83b), a second substrate (821b), and a second light source module (82b) including a plurality of light sources may be arranged on the back surface of the second wing member (86b).

[0272] In this way, a pair of light source modules (82a, 82b) are arranged on both sides of the hanging part (812) to function as a pair of lights that emit light on the surface.

[0273] Meanwhile, the uppermost section of the hanging portion (812) may be located higher than the uppermost section of the wing portion (86a, 86b).

[0274] Accordingly, the hook part (812) supports the mounting part (51) of the basket part (50), and the wing parts (86a, 86b) may not play a role in supporting the mounting part (51) of the basket part (50).

[0275] If the wing portion (86a, 86b) plays a role in supporting the mounting portion (51) of the basket portion (50), the wing portion (86a, 86b) may receive a certain shock during the repeated attachment and detachment process of the basket portion (50).

[0276] In this case, the light source module or light guide member located in the wing section (86a, 86b) may be subjected to impact or the fixed position may change.

[0277] Accordingly, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the hanging part (812) supporting the basket part (50) and the wing parts (86a, 86b) having a lighting function are separated, and the wing parts (86a, 86b) do not support the basket part (50), thereby preventing abnormalities in the lighting function.

[0278] Additionally, the hanging portion (812) may protrude further toward the basket portion (50) than the wing portions (86a, 86b).

[0279] That is, the wing portions (86a, 86b) can be positioned at a predetermined distance from the basket portion (50) in comparison to the hanging portion (812).

[0280] As the wing portions (86a, 86b) are positioned at a predetermined distance from the basket portion (50), light can be easily guided to spread as evenly as possible over the entire area of ​​the basket portion (50) by allowing light to spread over a wider area on the side of the basket portion (50).

[0281] Referring to FIGS. 19 and 20, a light source assembly (80) according to another embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0282] A hook portion (812) protruding forward may be formed on the front surface (81f, 811f) of the case portion (81), and a wing portion (86) may be formed on the lower side of the hook portion (812).

[0283] The hook portion (812) can be extended in a vertical direction, and the wing portion (86) can also be extended in a vertical direction in the same direction as the hook portion (812) is extended.

[0284] In this case, since the wing part (86) is placed on the lower side of the hook part (812), the wing part (86) and the hook part (812) can be placed to overlap each other in the vertical direction.

[0285] Accordingly, the hanging part (812) can be positioned in a relatively upper region with respect to the case part (81), and the wing part (86) can be positioned in a relatively lower region with respect to the case part (81).

[0286] The wing portion (86) may include an opening slit (813) so that a light guide member (83) that guides light irradiated from a light source module is exposed to the outside.

[0287] Accordingly, the wing portion (86) can actually function as a light.

[0288] Through this arrangement structure, the hanging part (812) supports the mounting part (51) of the basket part (50), and the wing part (86) may not play a role in supporting the mounting part (51) of the basket part (50).

[0289] Additionally, the hanging portion (812) may protrude further toward the basket portion (50) than the wing portion (86).

[0290] Meanwhile, a mounting portion (51) that is inserted to be mounted on a hanging portion (812) can be formed on the side (50s) of the basket portion (50).

[0291] The fixing portion (51) can be formed to extend longer in the vertical direction than the hanging portion (812).

[0292] That is, the upper region of the mounting portion (51) can be arranged to overlap with the hanging portion (812) in the front-back direction, and the lower region of the mounting portion (51) can be arranged to overlap with the wing portion (86) that functions as a surface light in the front-back direction.

[0293] Therefore, when the basket part (50) is secured to the hanging part (812), the hanging part (812) can be positioned closer to the upper area than the lower area of ​​the basket part (50).

[0294] Accordingly, the upper region of the mounting portion (51) of the basket portion (50) is supported by the hanging portion (812), and the lower region can be irradiated with light by the wing portion (86).

[0295] In this way, the hanging part (812) that supports the basket part (50) and the wing part (86) that functions as a lighting unit are separated, and the hanging part (812) serves to support the mounting part (51) in the upper region, and the wing part (86) located at the lower part does not support the basket part (50), thereby preventing abnormalities in the lighting function.

[0296] Referring to FIGS. 21 to 24, a light source assembly (80) according to another embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0297] A pair of hooks protruding forward, a first hook part (812a) and a second hook part (812b), can be formed on the front surface (81f, 811f) of the case part (81).

[0298] A separation groove (87) extending in the vertical direction can be formed between the first hook portion (812a) and the second hook portion (812b).

[0299] The first hook portion (812a) and the second hook portion (812b) can be formed to protrude further toward the basket portion (50) than the separation groove (87).

[0300] Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 24, on the side surface (50s) of the basket portion (50), a first mounting portion (51a) and a second mounting portion (51b) that are inserted to be mounted on the first hook portion (812a) and the second hook portion (812b), respectively, and a mounting protrusion (55) that is formed between the first mounting portion (51a) and the second mounting portion (51b) and protrudes to be inserted into a separation groove (87) may be formed.

[0301] That is, the first fixing portion (51a) and the second fixing portion (51b) of the basket portion (50) are supported by the first hook portion (812a) and the second hook portion (812b), so that they can be supported more firmly as the support area increases.

[0302] In addition, the mounting projection (55) of the basket portion (50) that protrudes to be inserted into the separation groove (87) formed between the first mounting portion (51a) and the second mounting portion (51b) can serve as a guide to guide the mounting position of the basket portion (50).

[0303] Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 21, an opening slit (813) is formed in a separation groove (87) formed between the first hook portion (812a) and the second hook portion (812b), and a light guide member (83) that guides light from a light source module can be exposed to the outside through the opening slit (813).

[0304] Therefore, the separation groove (87) formed between the first hanging portion (812a) and the second hanging portion (812b) can function as lighting.

[0305] Accordingly, the fixing protrusion (55) of the basket portion (50) arranged to correspond to the separation groove (87) can directly receive light irradiated from the opening slit (813) of the separation groove (87), thereby playing the role of light reception or light transmission that spreads the light to the entire area of ​​the basket portion (50).

[0306] Referring to FIG. 22, the first hook portion (812a) and the second hook portion (812b) are arranged so that their sides face each other with a separation groove (87) therebetween, and a first light guide member (83a) exposed by the first opening slit (813a) and a second light guide member (83b) exposed by the second opening slit (813b) can be arranged on each of the facing sides.

[0307] Accordingly, when the fixing projection (55) of the basket portion (50) is positioned in the separation groove (87) formed between the first hook portion (812a) and the second hook portion (812b), light irradiated by the first light guide member (83a) exposed by the first opening slit (813a) and the second light guide member (83b) exposed by the second opening slit (813b) can be irradiated to the fixing projection (55).

[0308] In this case, the fixing protrusion (55) is formed to have a predetermined pattern, a reflector having a predetermined angle, a shape having a predetermined slope, etc., so that light incident on both sides of the fixing protrusion (55) can be guided toward the side of the basket part (50).

[0309] Referring to FIG. 23, a first opening slit (813a) and a second opening slit (813b) may be formed in the first hanging portion (812a) and the second hanging portion (812b), respectively, so that light from the light source module is irradiated to the basket portion (50).

[0310] In this case, the first light guide member (83a) can be exposed by the first opening slit (813a), and the second light guide member (83b) can be exposed by the second opening slit (813b).

[0311] For example, a first step portion (814a) protruding outward from the front surface (812f) of the first hook portion (812a) may be formed in the lower region of the front surface (812f) of the first hook portion (812a).

[0312] A first opening slit (813a) may be formed in the first step (814a) so that the first light guide member (83a) is exposed.

[0313] The first opening slit (813a) formed in the first step portion (814a) can be formed in the shape of a slit that extends long in the left and right direction of the first hanging portion (812a).

[0314] In the same manner, a second step portion (814b) protruding outward from the front surface (812f) of the second hook portion (812b) may be formed in the lower region of the front surface (812f) of the second hook portion (812b).

[0315] A second opening slit (813b) may be formed in the second step (814b) so that the second light guide member (83b) is exposed.

[0316] The second opening slit (813b) formed in the second step portion (814b) can be formed in the shape of a slit that extends long in the left and right direction of the second hanging portion (812b).

[0317] In this way, the first step portion (814a) and the second step portion (814b) can protrude in a direction toward the side of the basket portion (50), so that the first light guide member (83a) and the second light guide member (83b) can be positioned closer to the side of the basket portion (50), thereby reducing light loss.

[0318] Referring to FIG. 25, the light source assembly (80) may be formed integrally with the door liner (32).

[0319] For example, a mounting groove (87) is formed between the first hanging portion (812a) and the second hanging portion (812b) which are arranged to be spaced apart from each other, and a light guide member (83) can be exposed to the outside through an opening slit (813) that is exposed to substantially function as a light source in the mounting groove (87).

[0320] In this case, the first hanging portion (812a) and the second hanging portion (812b) can be formed in an asymmetrical shape, and the second hanging portion (812b) can be formed to extend not only to the side (32s) of the door liner (32) but also to a portion of the rear surface (32b), thereby further expanding the area supporting the basket portion (50).

[0321] A basket part (50) of the shape illustrated in FIG. 24 described above can be attached or detached to a light source assembly (80) formed as shown in FIG. 25.

[0322] Below, a block diagram showing the flow of control signals of a refrigerator will be described with reference to Fig. 28.

[0323] As described above, the refrigerator (1) may include lighting devices such as a light source (822) that irradiates light to the basket section (50), an interior lighting unit (71), and a door lighting unit (72).

[0324] The above lighting devices can be turned on / off according to the control of the control unit (20) provided in the refrigerator (1).

[0325] For example, the operation of lighting devices can be performed through the user's operation of the control unit (23).

[0326] The above operation unit (23) may be provided on one side of the refrigerator (1), and for example, may be provided on one side or door of the cabinet (2).

[0327] Additionally, the operating unit (23) may be provided in the display unit (60) mounted on the main door (30) as described above.

[0328] The user can set the operating status of the lighting devices, such as the operating time, operating conditions, and light-emitting color, by operating the control unit (23).

[0329] Additionally, the lighting devices can be operated and operating conditions, etc., set through a remote device (29) located away from the refrigerator (1).

[0330] The refrigerator (1) can communicate with a remote device (29) through a communication unit (27) connected to a control unit (20), and a user can control the operation of lighting devices through the remote device (29).

[0331] The communication unit (27) can communicate with the server that manages the remote device (2) and / or home appliance in various ways.

[0332] For example, the communication unit (27) may have a structure capable of communicating in at least one of wired, wireless, and short-range communication (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, NFC, etc.).

[0333] The above remote device (29) may be a variety of communication-capable devices such as a dedicated terminal, mobile phone, tablet, portable PC, desktop PC, remote control, Bluetooth speaker, etc.

[0334] The user can control and set the operating status of the lighting devices, such as the operating time, operating conditions, and the light source emission color, by operating the remote device (2).

[0335] For example, easy operation and settings may be possible through an application or dedicated program installed on the user's mobile phone.

[0336] The refrigerator (1) may further include a timer (26) capable of counting the elapsed time after a specific event occurs.

[0337] Meanwhile, the lighting devices may be operated based on the detection results from the detection unit (25).

[0338] The detection unit (25) may include, for example, one or more detection devices among a first detection device (251), which is a proximity detection device that measures the distance from the user to sense the proximity of the user, a second detection device (252), which is a knock detection device that detects the door knock operation of the user, and a third detection device (253), which is an illuminance detection device that senses the proximity of the user through changes in illuminance.

[0339] For example, the detection devices may use various sensors such as infrared sensors, ultrasonic sensors, or laser sensors.

[0340] The detection unit (25) may be provided on one side of the cabinet (2) or the door, and may be placed in various locations to detect the proximity of a user, and a plurality of detection units may be provided in different locations.

[0341] For example, when a user approaches the refrigerator (1) at a standard distance to use the refrigerator (1), the first detection device (251) can detect this and transmit a signal to the control unit (20) to turn on the lighting devices.

[0342] Additionally, when the user moves away from the refrigerator (1), the first detection device (251) can detect this and transmit a signal to the control unit (20) to turn off the lighting devices.

[0343] The second detection device (252) and the third detection device (253) can detect the user's door knock operation and the change in illumination, respectively, and transmit a signal to the control unit (20) to turn the lighting devices on / off in the same manner as the first detection device (251).

[0344] The refrigerator (1) may further include a display unit (24).

[0345] The display unit (24) may be provided in a display unit (60) mounted on the main door (30) as described above.

[0346] For example, the display unit (24) may include a touch panel that allows command input by a user's touch input, or a display panel for outputting a screen.

[0347] The refrigerator (1) may further include a memory (28).

[0348] For example, color information and operation information of specific lighting devices when they operate in specific situations can be stored in the memory (28) and provided to the control unit (20).

[0349] Figure 29 is a drawing showing a screen displayed on a remote device or display unit.

[0350] For example, the first door light (731) may be set as a light mounted on the sub-door of the upper right door, and the second door light (732) may be set as a light mounted on the sub-door of the upper left door.

[0351] And the first basket light (741) can be set to light the basket part of the upper right door, and the second basket light (742) can be set to light the basket part of the upper left door.

[0352] In this case, it is also possible to set settings related to the second detection device (252), such as knock-on brightness and time adjustment.

[0353] In addition, it is possible to set the linked operation of the door lighting and the basket part according to various situations, such as scenario A (751) where the door lighting and the basket part lighting are linked to each other, and scenario B (752) where the door lighting and the basket part lighting are linked to each other.

[0354] For example, when the first detection device (251) detects the user's approach, a scenario can be set in which the first door light (731) lights up and, after 3 seconds, the second basket light (742) sequentially lights up.

[0355] For another example, when the second detection device (252) detects the user's door knock operation, the first door light (731) may emit red light, and the second basket light (742) may emit red light sequentially or simultaneously in a scenario in which the second basket light (742) emits red light in the same color as red or in a complementary color to red.

[0356] As another example, when the third detection device (253) detects a change in light intensity, a scenario may be set so that the second door light (732) and the first basket light (741) light up.

[0357] In this way, according to the present invention, the inside of the storage room can be seen through the front of the door, various types of detection devices are included, and the light source can be turned on or off by a signal from the detection device, so that even when the door is closed, the lighting effect of the basket part can be implemented according to the on or off of the light source, so that an excellent decorative effect can be provided without unnecessary leakage of cold air.

[0358] In addition, according to the present invention, a lighting unit is provided in the storage room or on the door, and the control unit can individually or interlockingly control the on / off of the light source and the lighting unit according to a signal from a detection device or a remote device, thereby providing a more excellent decoration effect in various ways in various situations.

[0359] Hereinafter, a refrigerator according to another embodiment will be described with further reference to FIGS. 30 to 33. Any details that overlap with those previously described will be omitted, and any omitted details can be applied to the refrigerator according to another embodiment described below.

[0360] A refrigerator (1) according to another embodiment may include a first door (901) and a second door (902) for opening and closing a first storage compartment (21), and a third door (903) for opening and closing the second storage compartment. The first storage compartment (21) may be positioned above the second storage compartment. The first door (901) and the second door (902) may be rotary doors that open and close the open front of the first storage compartment (21) by pivoting. The third door (903) may be a drawer-type door that opens and closes the open front of the second storage compartment in a forward-backward pull-out manner.

[0361] The first door (11) may be a double door type including a main door (901a) that opens and closes the first storage room (21), and a sub-door (901b) that is rotatably arranged on the front of the main door (901a) to open and close the front of the main door (901a). A door light (911) may be mounted on the sub-door (901b). The door light (911) may be the door lighting unit (72) described in the previous embodiment. One or more basket assemblies (50) may be mounted on the main door (901a), and a basket light (912) may be arranged on each basket assembly (50). The basket light (912) may be a hanging part (34) including a light source (343) described in the previous embodiment, but is not limited thereto. For example, the basket light (912) may be implemented as a variety of lighting methods that can be placed on the bottom or side of the basket assembly (50) and irradiate light onto the basket assembly (50).

[0362] One or more high-intensity lighting units (71) may be placed inside the first storage room (21) to illuminate the inside of the first storage room (21).

[0363] In addition, the first storage compartment (21) may be provided with one or more storage sections (61) capable of storing food. For example, the storage sections (61) may include a first storage section (61a) and a second storage section (61b) disposed below the first storage section (61a). Storage section lights (913) may be disposed in each of the first storage section (61a) and the second storage section (61b). The storage section lights (913) may be a hanging section (34) including a light source (343) described in the previous embodiment, but are not limited thereto. For example, the storage section lights (913) may be implemented as various types of lights that are disposed on the lower surface or the side surface of the first storage section (61a) and the second storage section (61b) and can irradiate light to the first storage section (61a) and the second storage section (61b).

[0364] The first storage unit (61a) and the second storage unit (61b) may be drawer-type storage units that can be pulled out and inserted in the front-back direction. The first storage unit (61a) and the second storage unit (61b) may be guided to be pulled out and inserted in the front-back direction by rails located on each of their respective sides. For example, the storage unit lighting (913) may be fixed to the rails to irradiate light onto the first storage unit (61a) and the second storage unit (61b), respectively. In addition, as another example, the storage unit lighting (913) may be fixed to the side of the first storage room (21) to irradiate light onto the first storage unit (61a) and the second storage unit (61b), respectively. In this case, the storage unit lighting (913) may be arranged to be fixed to the rail or the side of the first storage room (21) without being restricted from movement according to the pulling out and insertion in the front-back direction of the first storage unit (61a) and the second storage unit (61b).

[0365] In addition, one or more shelf sections (62) capable of supporting food may be arranged in the first storage compartment (21). A shelf section light (914) may be arranged in the shelf section (62). The shelf section light (914) may be a hanging section (34) including a light source (343) described in the previous embodiment, but is not limited thereto. For example, the shelf section light (914) may be implemented as various types of lighting that are fixed to the bottom or side of the shelf section (62) and can irradiate light to the shelf section (62).

[0366] The shelf section (62) can be fixed by one or more shelf fixing members (621) that are mounted on the rear or side of the first storage compartment (21) and fix the shelf section (62). The shelf fixing members (621) can fix the shelf section (62) in a cantilever manner. For example, the shelf section light (914) can be fixed to the shelf fixing member (621) to irradiate light to the side of the shelf section (62). In another example, the shelf section light (914) can be fixed to the side of the first storage compartment (21) to irradiate light to the shelf section (62).

[0367] Meanwhile, the second door (902) may include a dispenser (904) that allows a user to dispense ice or water without opening the door. A dispenser light (913) may be placed on at least one side of the dispenser (904). The dispenser light (913) may be a hanging member (34) including a light source (343) as described in the previous embodiment, but is not limited thereto. For example, the dispenser light (913) may be implemented as various types of lighting that can be fixed to one or more of the top, bottom, and side surfaces of the dispenser (904) and irradiate light onto the dispenser (904). In this case, a first dispenser light (9131) may be arranged on the upper surface of the dispenser (904), a pair of second dispenser lights (9132) may be arranged on each of the two sides of the dispenser (904), and a third dispenser light (9133) may be arranged on the lower surface of the dispenser (904). For example, when a user approaches the refrigerator (1) and a proximity sensor detects this, the first dispenser light (9131), the second dispenser light (9132), and the third dispenser light (9133) may all be set to turn on. Also, for another example, if the dispenser light (913) and the light sensor of the refrigerator (1) are linked, when the light level is high, the first dispenser light (9131), the second dispenser light (9132), and the third dispenser light (9133) may all be turned on, but when the light level is low, only some of the first dispenser light (9131), the second dispenser light (9132), and the third dispenser light (9133) may be set to be turned on.

[0368] For example, referring to FIG. 33, the second door (902) may include a front plate (920) forming an exterior, and a door liner (940) positioned on the rear side of the front plate (920) to form a substantial body of the second door (902). A dispenser housing (930) on which a dispenser (904) is mounted may be positioned between the front plate (920) and the door liner (940). The dispenser housing (930) may be mounted and housed in the door liner (940). The front plate (920) may include a first opening (921) that can expose the dispenser (904) to the outside. The dispenser housing (930) may be formed with a second opening (931) positioned on at least one of the top, bottom, and side surfaces of the dispenser (904). A dispenser light (913) can be placed in the second opening (931).

[0369] The second opening (931) and the dispenser light (913) mounted in the second opening (931) may be positioned so as not to be directly exposed to the outside through the first opening (921). For example, the second openings (931) formed on the upper and lower surfaces of the dispenser housing (930) may be positioned so as to face each other, and the second openings (931) formed on both sides may be positioned so as to face each other. The dispenser light (913) may be embedded and fixed within an insulating material foamed between the dispenser housing (930) and the door liner (940), and the light of the dispenser light (913) may be emitted to the outside through the second opening (931). When the dispenser light (913) is turned on, the light of the dispenser light (913) emitted through the second opening (931) can be emitted to the outside through the first opening (921).

[0370] FIG. 34 is a drawing showing a screen according to another embodiment implemented in a remote device or display unit.

[0371] For example, the door light (911) may be set as a light mounted on the sub-door of the upper right door, and the basket light (912) may be set as a light mounted on the basket assembly of the upper right door. The dispenser light (913) may be set as a light mounted on the upper left door. However, this is not limited thereto, and the door light (911) and the basket light (912) may be mounted on the upper left door or the lower door. In addition, the dispenser light (913) may be mounted on the upper right door.

[0372] The door light (911), basket light (912), and dispenser light (913) can be turned on or off in conjunction with various types of detection devices (25), such as the first detection device (251), second detection device (252), and third detection device (253) described above.

[0373] For example, a door light setting screen (951) for controlling the door light (911) and a basket light setting screen (952) for controlling the basket light (912) may be provided. In this case, setting values ​​related to the second detection device (252), such as not only on / off but also knock-on brightness and time adjustment, may be set. In addition, a dispenser light setting screen (953) for controlling the dispenser light (913) may also be provided. In this case, setting values ​​for on / off may be provided, but are not limited thereto, and various setting values, such as knock-on brightness and time adjustment, may be set.

[0374] In addition, a scenario A setting screen (954) in which door lighting (911) and basket lighting (912) are linked to each other, a scenario B setting screen (955) in which door lighting (911), basket lighting (912), and dispenser lighting (913) are linked to each other, and a scenario C setting screen (956) in which lighting is linked according to changes in illuminance, etc. may be provided. Through these scenario setting screens, it is also possible to set the linked operation of door lighting (911), basket lighting (912), and dispenser lighting (913) according to various situations.

[0375] For example, when the first detection device (251) detects the user's approach, a scenario can be set in which the door light (911) lights up and, after 3 seconds, the basket light (912) sequentially lights up.

[0376] For another example, when the second detection device (252) detects the user's door knock operation, a scenario can be set in which the door light (911) emits red light and the basket light (912) emits red light sequentially or simultaneously in the same color as red or in a complementary color to red.

[0377] As another example, when the first detection device (251) detects the user's approach, a scenario can be set in which the door light (911), basket light (912), and dispenser light (913) light up simultaneously.

[0378] For another example, if the third detection device (253) detects a change in illumination, a scenario in which the door light (911) and the basket light (912) turn on may be set. For example, in a case where the ambient illumination is high, such as during the day, since the surroundings of the refrigerator (1) are bright, the door light (911) and the basket light (912) may both be set to turn on together. In addition, in a case where the ambient illumination is low, such as at night, since the surroundings of the refrigerator (1) are dark, the door light (911) may be kept off and only the basket light (912) may be turned on, so that the inside of the refrigerator (1) can be sufficiently seen.

[0379] Figure 35 illustrates a flowchart according to an exemplary scenario for controlling the light emission of various types of lights.

[0380] After the start step, a step (S110) in which the detection sensor of the refrigerator (1) operates may be performed. In this case, the detection sensor may be one of the first detection device (251), the second detection device (252), and the third detection device (253).

[0381] When the detection sensor is activated, a step (S120) of measuring the distance between the user and the refrigerator (1) and comparing it with a preset distance may be performed by the control unit. If the distance between the user and the refrigerator (1) is greater than or equal to the preset distance, a step (S121) of turning on the basket light (912) may be performed. That is, if the distance between the user and the refrigerator (1) is somewhat far, only the basket light (912) may be turned on. If the distance between the user and the refrigerator (1) is less than the preset distance, a step (S130) of determining whether the basket light (912) and / or the dispenser light (913) are set to turn on simultaneously with the door light (911) may be performed. That is, if the distance between the user and the refrigerator (1) is somewhat close, the basket light (912) and / or the dispenser light (913) may be turned on in addition to the door light (911). When each light is turned on, it can mean not only a state in which the brightness of the light is maintained continuously, but also a state in which the brightness of the light changes, such as dimming or flickering.

[0382] At this time, if it is set to be On at the same time, a step (S131) ​​may be performed in which the door light (911) is turned on simultaneously with the basket light (912) and / or the dispenser light (913). At this time, if it is not set to be On at the same time, a step (S140) may be performed in which the basket light (912) and / or the dispenser light (913) are sequentially turned on after a predetermined time after the door light (911) is turned on. In this case, the setting of whether to be On at the same time can be preset by the user on a remote device or display unit.

[0383] After one of steps (S121), (S131), and (140) is performed, a step (S150) may be performed to determine whether the detection sensor is continuously operating within a preset time or whether the door is open. In this case, if the detection sensor is continuously operating within the preset time or the door is opened, step (S151) may be performed. Step (S151) may include various types of scenario steps, such as a step (S1511) in which the basket light (912) and the dispenser light (913) and / or the door light (911) are turned off simultaneously, a step (S1512) in which the basket light (912) is sequentially turned off after the dispenser light (913) and / or the door light (911) are turned off, and a step (S1513) in which the dispenser light (913) and / or the door light (911) are turned off and the basket light (912) remains on. In the case of step (S151) where a user opens the door or stands in front of the refrigerator (1) for a long period of time, the external lights, i.e., the dispenser light (913) and the door light (911), may be turned off, but the basket light (912) inside the refrigerator (1) may be set to not turn off more quickly than the dispenser light (913) and the door light (911). Accordingly, the basket light (912) may be set to turn off simultaneously with the dispenser light (913) and the door light (911), to turn off later, or to not turn off at all.

[0384] After step (S151), a step (S160) of determining whether the door is closed is performed, and if the door is closed, a step (S170) of determining whether the basket light (912) is on may be performed. After this, if the basket light (912) is on, the process proceeds to a step (S171) of turning the basket light (912) off and then to a termination step, and if the basket light (912) is off, the process proceeds directly to the termination step.

[0385] Meanwhile, if the detection sensor does not operate continuously within a preset time or the door is closed, step (S180) may be performed. For example, this may be assumed to be the case where the user approaches the refrigerator (1) and looks only at the inside, or knocks on the door and then looks only at the inside. Step (S180) may include a step (S181) in which the basket light (912), the dispenser light (913), and / or the door light (911) are turned off simultaneously, and a step (S182) in which the basket light (912) is sequentially turned off after the dispenser light (913) and / or the door light (911) are turned off. Even in this case, the basket light (912) inside the refrigerator (1) may be set not to turn off faster than the dispenser light (913) and the door light (911). Accordingly, the basket light (912) may be turned off simultaneously with the dispenser light (913) and the door light (911), or may be turned off later. After step (S180) is performed, the process may proceed to the end step.

Claims

1. A cabinet containing one or more storage compartments; A door for opening and closing the above storage room; a plurality of light source assemblies positioned on the door; and A basket part mounted on the above door; including; Each of the above light source assemblies, A light source module that irradiates light to the above basket portion; and A refrigerator comprising a case portion that houses the light source module and includes one or more hanging portions that support the basket portion.

2. In paragraph 1, The above hanging part extends in the vertical direction, A refrigerator in which the basket portion is attached to and detached from the hanging portion in a sliding manner in the up-and-down direction.

3. In paragraph 2, The above light source assembly further includes a light guide member that guides light irradiated from the light source module to the basket portion, The above light guide member is an upper and lower "sleeve curtain* extension, refrigerator.

4. In paragraph 1, A refrigerator, wherein the hanging portion includes one or more opening slits that are opened to irradiate light from the light source module to the basket portion.

5. In paragraph 4, The above opening slits are provided in multiples, A refrigerator, wherein the above-mentioned hanging portion includes one or more partitions that define the boundaries of the adjacent opening slits.

6. In paragraph 5, The light source assembly further includes one or more color filter sections through which light irradiated from the light source module passes, The above color filter part is placed in the opening slit, A refrigerator in which the color filter section has different colors based on the compartment section.

7. In paragraph 1, The case portion includes one or more wing portions arranged on at least one side of the hanging portion, A refrigerator, wherein the wing portion includes one or more opening slits that are opened to irradiate light from the light source module to the basket portion.

8. In paragraph 7, A refrigerator in which the wing portion extends in the same direction as the direction in which the hanging portion extends.

9. In paragraph 7, A refrigerator wherein the above-mentioned hanging portion protrudes further in the direction toward the basket portion than the above-mentioned wing portion.

10. In paragraph 7, A refrigerator in which the uppermost section of the above-mentioned hanging part is located higher than the uppermost section of the above-mentioned wing part.

11. In paragraph 1, On the side of the above basket portion, a mounting portion is formed to be mounted on the above hanging portion, A refrigerator in which the above-mentioned fixing portion extends longer in the vertical direction than the above-mentioned hanging portion.

12. In paragraph 11, In a state where the above basket part is fixed to the above hanging part, A refrigerator wherein the above-mentioned hanging portion is located closer to the upper area than the lower area of ​​the above-mentioned basket portion.

13. In paragraph 11, At the lower part of the above-mentioned hanging part, one or more opening slits are formed so that light from the light source module is irradiated to the basket part, The above opening slit is directed toward the above mounting portion, the refrigerator.

14. In paragraph 1, The above-mentioned hanging part includes a first hanging part and a second hanging part which are arranged spaced apart from each other, A refrigerator, wherein a separation groove extending in the vertical direction is formed between the first hanging portion and the second hanging portion.

15. In paragraph 1, A refrigerator wherein the light source assembly is attached to the door so as to be detachable from the door.

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