Storage device and storage apparatus
Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/CN2026/085856
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2025-03-26
- Filing Date
- 2026-03-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-10-01
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Abstract
Description
Storage devices and storage equipment
[0001] Cross-reference to related applications
[0002] This application claims priority to Chinese patent applications filed on March 26, 2025, with application number 202510371968.3 entitled "Storage Device and Storage Equipment" and application number 202510372002.1 entitled "Ice Maker and Refrigeration Equipment", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field
[0003] This application relates to the field of storage technology, and particularly to storage devices and storage equipment. Background Technology
[0004] Some ice makers on the market have the ice storage box located on the door, a design that makes it easier for users to directly access the ice storage box when opening the door. However, existing ice storage boxes have several obvious drawbacks in use. Specifically, most existing ice storage boxes are lifted up and removed directly to take out ice. This method makes the overall convenience of use poor, as users need to take out the ice storage box separately each time they need to take out ice, which is a rather cumbersome process. This is especially inconvenient when users only need to take out a small amount of ice.
[0005] Furthermore, because the ice storage box is located on the door, it is prone to tipping over during door opening and closing due to the door's movement. Once tipped over, not only will the ice spill, causing cleanup problems, but it may also damage the ice storage box or other parts of the ice maker, resulting in unnecessary losses for the user.
[0006] Furthermore, in traditional ice maker designs, the mounting base typically employs a split structure, with the ice-making component and ice storage box mounted on separate modules or frames. Because the assembly precision of this split structure relies on manual assembly, installation errors are prone to occur, leading to inaccurate alignment between components. This, in turn, affects overall stability and sealing, sometimes even resulting in misalignment between the ice storage box and the ice-making component. This not only reduces ice-making efficiency but also poses a risk of ice contamination. In addition, the split design requires meticulous operation for each disassembly or adjustment, which is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and demands a high level of user skill, significantly impacting the user experience and the convenience of daily maintenance. Summary of the Invention
[0007] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this application proposes a storage device and storage equipment that can improve the convenience of retrieving items and effectively prevent the storage container from tipping over when the door is opened or closed.
[0008] A storage device according to a first aspect of this application includes a mounting base and a storage container. The mounting base has a guide structure, the top of the storage container has an opening, and a storage space communicating with the opening is provided. The storage container has a guide member that moves along the guide structure. The guide structure includes a first guide segment and a second guide segment. When the guide member is located at the first guide segment, the mounting base can cover the opening, and the storage container is subject to resistance that restricts the guide member from entering the second guide segment along the first guide segment. The guide structure has a hovering position located at the end of the second guide segment away from the first guide segment. When the guide member is located at the hovering position, the storage container can remain stationary and expose the opening. When the guide member moves in a direction away from the first guide segment, the storage container can detach from the guide structure and be removed from the mounting base.
[0009] The storage device according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects: when the storage container is flipped over and the guide is in the hovering position, the user can easily perform small-scale object retrieval operations; if a large number of objects need to be retrieved, the storage container can be directly taken out after flipping. This design not only improves the convenience of retrieving objects, but also effectively prevents the storage container from tipping over when the guide is in the first guide section, greatly enhancing the user experience and reliability of the storage device.
[0010] According to some embodiments of this application, a rotating structure is provided between the mounting base and the storage container, and the storage container rotates around the rotating structure to achieve the flipping of the storage container relative to the mounting base.
[0011] According to some embodiments of this application, the second guide segment is arc-shaped, and the first guide segment is located below the arc extension line of the second guide segment.
[0012] According to some embodiments of this application, the vertical distance between the two ends of the first guide segment is h, which satisfies: h≥3mm.
[0013] According to some embodiments of this application, the rotating structure includes a rotating part disposed on the storage container and a supporting part disposed on the mounting base. The supporting part includes a first supporting position and a second supporting position. When the guide member is located in the first guide section, the rotating part abuts against the first supporting position. When the guide member is located in the second guide section, the rotating part abuts against the second supporting position.
[0014] According to some embodiments of this application, both the guide structure and the support portion are guide groove structures. The guide structure has a first opening, through which the guide member enters and exits the guide structure. The support portion has a second opening, through which the rotating portion enters and exits the support portion.
[0015] According to some embodiments of this application, the first opening is located above the arcuate extension of the second guide segment, the guide structure includes a third guide segment, the third guide segment connects to the second guide segment and extends toward the first opening, and the hovering position is located at the connection between the third guide segment and the second guide segment.
[0016] According to some embodiments of this application, the guide structure includes an auxiliary segment located outside the hover position, and both ends of the auxiliary segment are connected to the second guide segment, with a cavity formed between the auxiliary segment and the second guide segment.
[0017] According to some embodiments of this application, the first guide segment includes an elastic portion that is pressed against the guide member.
[0018] According to some embodiments of this application, the rotating structure includes a recess in the storage container and a rotating shaft in the mounting base, the recess abutting against the rotating shaft.
[0019] According to some embodiments of this application, the guide structure includes a first slide rail and a second slide rail. The first slide rail is located on the upper side of the guide member, and the second slide rail is located on the lower side of the guide member. The first slide rail and the second slide rail define a first guide segment and a second guide segment. The upper end of the second slide rail is provided with an upwardly inclined guide portion. A first opening is formed between the guide portion and the first slide rail. The guide member enters and exits the guide structure through the first opening. The hovering position is located at the connection between the guide portion and the second guide segment. The storage container is provided with a limiting portion. When the guide member is in the hovering position, the lower part of the limiting portion abuts against the guide portion.
[0020] According to some embodiments of this application, the wall thickness of the guide structure at the second guide segment is greater than the wall thickness at the first guide segment.
[0021] A storage device according to a second aspect of this application includes a housing, a door, and a storage device, wherein the door is rotatably connected to the housing, and the storage device is disposed on the door.
[0022] The storage device according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects: when the storage container is flipped over and the guide is in the hovering position, the user can easily perform small-scale object retrieval operations; if a large number of objects need to be retrieved, the storage container can be directly taken out after flipping. This design not only improves the convenience of retrieving objects, but also effectively prevents the storage container from tipping over when the guide is in the first guide section, greatly enhancing the user experience and reliability of the storage device.
[0023] In addition, this application proposes an ice maker that adopts an integrated mounting structure that integrates the ice-making components and storage containers within the same frame. This design optimizes the assembly process, reduces assembly errors, simplifies the operation, and improves the overall performance and reliability of the equipment.
[0024] This application also proposes a refrigeration device having the above-mentioned ice maker.
[0025] An ice maker according to a third aspect of this application includes an ice-making component, a storage container, and a mounting base. The mounting base is an integral structure, and has a first mounting position and a second mounting position. The ice-making component is mounted on the first mounting position, and the storage container is mounted on the second mounting position. The mounting base has a first assembly port communicating with the first mounting position and a second assembly port communicating with the second mounting position. The first assembly port and the second assembly port are respectively located on opposite sides of the mounting base.
[0026] The ice maker according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects: the mounting base is an integrated structure, which avoids the multi-point connection problems of a split structure, reduces the possibility of assembly errors and misalignment, and ensures precise docking between the ice-making components and the storage container. The integrated structure reduces connection points, improves overall rigidity, effectively avoids loosening or deformation after long-term use, and extends the overall service life.
[0027] According to some embodiments of this application, the top of the mounting base is provided with a cover portion, which is located above the ice-making component and can cover the ice-making component, and the cover portion is provided with ventilation holes.
[0028] According to some embodiments of this application, the mounting base is provided with a suspension part and a connecting hole, the suspension part and the connecting hole are spaced apart in the vertical direction, and the connecting hole is used for a connector to pass through to fix the mounting base.
[0029] According to some embodiments of this application, the mounting base is provided with a support plate located at the bottom of the second mounting position, and the mounting base is provided with a detection device for detecting the position of the storage container. The detection device is configured to issue a trigger signal when the storage container is removed from the second mounting position.
[0030] According to some embodiments of this application, the mounting base is provided with a guide structure, the storage container is provided with a guide member that moves along the guide structure, and a rotating structure is provided between the mounting base and the storage container, wherein the storage container rotates around the rotating structure to achieve the flipping of the storage container relative to the mounting base.
[0031] According to some embodiments of this application, the storage container has an opening at the top and a storage space communicating with the opening. The guide structure includes a first guide section and a second guide section. When the guide member is located in the first guide section, the mounting base can cover the opening, and the storage container is subject to resistance that restricts the guide member from entering the second guide section along the first guide section. The guide structure has a hovering position located at the end of the second guide section away from the first guide section. When the guide member is located in the hovering position, the storage container can remain stationary and expose the opening. When the guide member moves in a direction away from the first guide section, the storage container can detach from the guide structure and be removed from the mounting base.
[0032] According to some embodiments of this application, the second guide segment is arc-shaped, and the first guide segment is located below the arc extension line of the second guide segment.
[0033] According to some embodiments of this application, the rotating structure includes a rotating part disposed on the storage container and a supporting part disposed on the mounting base. The supporting part includes a first supporting position and a second supporting position. When the guide member is located in the first guide section, the rotating part abuts against the first supporting position. When the guide member is located in the second guide section, the rotating part abuts against the second supporting position.
[0034] According to some embodiments of this application, both the guide structure and the support portion are guide groove structures. The guide structure has a first opening, through which the guide member enters and exits the guide structure. The support portion has a second opening, through which the rotating portion enters and exits the support portion.
[0035] According to some embodiments of this application, the first opening is located above the arcuate extension of the second guide segment, the guide structure includes a third guide segment, the third guide segment connects to the second guide segment and extends toward the first opening, and the hovering position is located at the connection between the third guide segment and the second guide segment.
[0036] According to some embodiments of this application, the guide structure includes an auxiliary segment located outside the hover position, and both ends of the auxiliary segment are connected to the second guide segment, with a cavity formed between the auxiliary segment and the second guide segment.
[0037] The refrigeration apparatus according to the fourth aspect of this application includes the ice maker according to the third aspect of this application.
[0038] The refrigeration equipment according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects: by adopting the ice maker of the first aspect embodiment of this application, the precise docking between the ice-making component and the storage container is ensured, the overall rigidity is improved, the loosening or deformation problem after long-term use is effectively avoided, and the service life of the refrigeration equipment is extended.
[0039] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description
[0040] The present application will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein:
[0041] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a storage device according to an embodiment of this application;
[0042] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the ice maker shown in Figure 1;
[0043] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the ice maker's storage container in a closed state, as shown in Figure 2.
[0044] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the ice maker's storage container in the open state as shown in Figure 2;
[0045] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of a storage device with a guide structure applied according to an embodiment in a closed state;
[0046] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the storage device shown in Figure 5 in the open state;
[0047] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of a storage device with a guide structure applied according to another embodiment in a closed state;
[0048] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the storage device shown in Figure 7 in the open state;
[0049] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the mounting base shown in Figure 4 from one perspective;
[0050] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of the mounting base shown in Figure 4 from another perspective;
[0051] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of the mounting base shown in Figure 4 from another perspective.
[0052] Reference numerals: 100, door body; 201, mounting base; 202, first mounting position; 203, second mounting position; 204, first assembly opening; 205, second assembly opening; 206, suspension part; 207, connecting hole; 208, first guide section; 209, second guide section; 210, hovering position; 211, elastic part; 212, rotating shaft; 213, first slide rail; 214, second slide rail; 215, guide part; 216, first opening; 217, limiting part; 218, reinforcing rib; 219, hollow. 220. Support plate; 222. First support position; 223. Second support position; 224. Second opening; 225. Third guide section; 226. Auxiliary section; 227. Cavity; 228. Covering part; 229. Vent hole; 230. Guide structure; 301. Storage container; 302. Opening; 303. Storage space; 304. Recess; 305. Guide component; 306. Rotating part; 401. Water channel assembly; 402. Wiring harness assembly; 403. Ice making assembly; 404. Fixed knob. Detailed Implementation
[0053] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.
[0054] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.
[0055] In the description of this application, "several" means one or more, "more than" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.
[0056] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly defined, terms such as "setup," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this application in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0057] Referring to Figure 1, it can be understood that the first aspect of this application provides a storage device, including a housing, a door 100, and a storage unit. The door 100 is rotatably connected to the housing via a hinge or pivot, realizing the opening and closing function of the door 100. The storage unit includes a mounting base 201 and a storage container 301. The mounting base 201 is fixed to the door 100 and is used to support and guide the storage container 301. Referring to Figure 4, the top of the storage container 301 is provided with an opening 302 for easy access to items, and its interior is provided with a storage space 303 communicating with the opening 302. Referring to Figures 9 to 11, the mounting base 201 is provided with a guide structure 230, and referring to Figure 5, the storage container 301 is provided with a guide member 305 that moves along the guide structure 230.
[0058] Referring to Figure 3, it can be understood that the storage container 301 is in a closed state, in which the opening 302 of the storage container 301 is covered by the mounting base 201, forming a relatively enclosed space. This closed state brings several benefits. On the one hand, it can effectively prevent items inside the storage container 301 from accidentally falling out. On the other hand, it can prevent external items from falling into the storage container 301 through the opening 302, keeping the inside of the storage container 301 clean and the items hygienic.
[0059] Referring to Figure 4, it can be understood that the storage container 301 is in an open state. At this time, the opening 302 of the storage container 301 moves outside the coverage area of the mounting base 201, so that the user can take out the items in the storage container 301 from the opening 302, or put the items into the storage container 301 from the opening 302.
[0060] It should be noted that storage equipment is a common type of furniture or equipment used to store various items. Its structure and functional design can be adjusted according to different usage scenarios and needs. Storage equipment can be applied in a variety of scenarios to store different types of items, such as serving as wine cabinets, medicine cabinets, display cases, or refrigerators, thus providing appropriate storage environments for different types of items.
[0061] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this application, the following description uses a refrigerator as the storage device, an ice maker as the storage unit, and an ice storage box as the storage container 301 as an example.
[0062] Referring to Figure 3, it can be understood that the ice maker also includes a water circuit assembly 401, a wiring harness assembly 402, an ice-making assembly 403, a fixing knob 404, etc.
[0063] The ice-making component 403 is the core of the ice maker, responsible for turning water into ice cubes. It typically includes an ice-making mold with a specific shape and structure to mold the injected water into the desired ice cube shape. The refrigerator's refrigeration system then uses a refrigeration cycle to cool the water in the ice-making mold below its freezing point, causing it to solidify into ice. The ice-making mold has multiple ice-making compartments; when ice-making is complete, ice cubes form in each compartment. By flipping the ice-making mold so that the compartments face downwards, the ice cubes fall freely into a storage container for preservation.
[0064] The water circuit assembly 401 is a crucial part of the ice maker responsible for water supply, mainly composed of water pipes, springs, water pipe fasteners, water injection aluminum pipes, and embedded parts. The water pipes, acting as water transmission channels, transport water from the water source to the interior of the ice maker. Their material typically possesses a certain degree of flexibility and corrosion resistance to ensure smooth water flow and long-term use. The springs primarily prevent the water pipes from bending. During refrigerator operation, factors such as the opening and closing of the door 100 and vibrations of components may cause the water pipes to bend, affecting water supply. The springs effectively prevent this, ensuring unobstructed water flow. The water pipe fasteners fix the position of the water pipes, preventing displacement or shaking during operation and ensuring accurate water delivery to the designated location. The water injection aluminum pipe introduces water into the ice-making assembly 403 for ice-making. The aluminum pipes have good thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance, enabling efficient injection of water into the ice-making tank of the ice mold. Pre-installed components provide fixation and support for other parts of the water system assembly 401, ensuring the stability of the entire water system. Water is transported from the top of the refrigerator body, passes through the hinge holes of the door hinges on the door 100, and enters the ice maker on the door for water supply. This design makes full use of the existing structure of the refrigerator, reduces additional space occupation and piping laying, and improves space utilization and water supply efficiency.
[0065] The wiring harness assembly 402 is a key component connecting the ice-making assembly 403 to the power supply or other control units. The wiring harness assembly 402 is a collection of multiple wires or cables used to transmit power or signals and connect the various electrical components of the ice-making assembly 403.
[0066] The fixing knobs 404 play a connecting and fixing role during the installation of the ice maker. In the embodiment shown in Figure 2, the fixing knobs 404 are divided into two groups. One group of fixing knobs 404 is used to firmly fix the ice-making component 403 to the door 100, ensuring that the ice-making component 403 will not shake or shift during operation, thus guaranteeing the stability of the ice-making effect. The other group of fixing knobs 404 is used to fix the mounting base 201 to the door 100, so that the mounting base 201 is tightly connected to the door 100, providing stable support for other components of the ice maker.
[0067] Referring to Figures 9 to 11, it can be understood that the mounting base 201 has a first mounting position 202 and a second mounting position 203. The ice-making component 403 is mounted in the first mounting position 202, and the storage container 301 is mounted in the second mounting position 203. By providing two independent mounting positions on the mounting base 201 for mounting the ice-making component 403 and the storage container 301 respectively, the functional zoning and operational convenience are optimized.
[0068] Referring to Figures 9 to 11, it can be understood that the top of the mounting base 201 is provided with a cover 228, which is located directly above the ice-making assembly 403 and can completely cover the ice-making assembly 403. This design provides effective protection for the ice-making assembly 403, preventing dust, debris, etc. from falling into the interior of the ice-making assembly 403 and avoiding affecting the normal operation of the ice-making assembly 403 and the ice-making quality. The cover 228 is provided with a connecting vent 229, which can ensure the circulation of air around the ice-making assembly 403 and can effectively guide cold air into the ice-making assembly 403. Exemplarily, the cover 228 can be configured as a grille.
[0069] Understandably, the integrated structure of mounting base 201 reduces connection points and potential points of failure during assembly. This integrated structure improves the overall strength and stability of mounting base 201, reduces problems caused by loose or damaged connection points, and extends the service life of the equipment.
[0070] Referring to Figures 9 to 11, it can be understood that the mounting base 201 is provided with a first mounting port 204 and a second mounting port 205. The first mounting port 204 is located on one side of the mounting base 201 and is used to install the ice-making component 403 to the first mounting position 202. The second mounting port 205 is located on the other side of the mounting base 201 and is used to install the storage container 301 to the second mounting position 203.
[0071] Understandably, the ice-making component 403 is fixed to the door body 100, and the mounting base 201 does not contact the ice-making component 403. After the mounting base 201 is installed on the door body 100, the first mounting position 202 accommodates the ice-making component 403, and the mounting base 201 protects the ice-making component 403. The storage container 301 is then inserted into the second mounting position 203 through the guide structure 230, and the mounting base 201 provides support and protection for the storage container 301.
[0072] During installation, the ice-making component 403 is first installed on the door 100, and then the mounting base 201 is installed on the door 100. The first assembly port 204 avoids the ice-making component 403, allowing it to enter the first mounting position 202. The storage container 301 is then inserted into the second mounting position 203 through the second assembly port 205. During disassembly, the storage container 301 is first moved along the guide structure 230, allowing it to be removed from the second assembly port 205. Then, the mounting base 201 can be removed as a whole. Because the ice-making component 403 is connected to the inside of the cabinet through the water circuit component 401 and the wiring harness component 402, it is inconvenient to disassemble. However, the ice-making component 403 does not need to be disassembled during the disassembly of the mounting base 201, thus improving the convenience of disassembly.
[0073] Referring to Figures 9 to 11, it can be understood that the mounting base 201 is provided with a suspension part 206 and a connecting hole 207. The suspension part 206 and the connecting hole 207 are spaced apart in the vertical direction. The connecting hole 207 is used for connecting parts to pass through to fix the mounting base 201 to the door body 100. The suspension part 206 is located on the upper part of the mounting base 201 and is used to initially fix the mounting base 201 to the door body 100. By using the suspension part 206, the use of screws can be reduced. The mounting base 201 is initially positioned during assembly, reducing the alignment difficulty during assembly and improving assembly efficiency. The suspension part 206 can be designed as an upper hanging ear and a lower hanging ear, which are spaced apart in the vertical direction to form a stable suspension structure. The connecting hole 207 is located on the lower part of the mounting base 201 and is used to firmly fix the mounting base 201 to the door body 100 by connecting parts (such as screws). The design of the connection hole 207 ensures that the mounting base 201 is firmly fixed to the door body 100, preventing the mounting base 201 from loosening due to vibrations caused by opening and closing of the door body 100 or operation of the equipment. The connection hole 207 is typically designed as a screw hole, allowing screws to be inserted from the bottom and fixed to the door body 100.
[0074] Taking the assembly with the door body 100 as an example, the mounting base 201 is assembled from top to bottom and hung on the door body 100 using the suspension part 206 on the mounting base 201, achieving initial positioning. This suspension method allows the mounting base 201 to maintain a relatively stable position on the door body 100, facilitating subsequent fixing operations. Then, screws are driven into the connecting hole 207 at the bottom to ensure a tight connection between the mounting base 201 and the door body 100, completing the final fixing.
[0075] It should be noted that the first mounting position 202 is used to provide installation space for the ice-making component 403. The ice-making component 403 can be directly installed on the mounting base 201, or it can be directly fixed to the door body 100 through other connectors (such as the fixing knob 404), instead of being directly connected to the mounting base 201.
[0076] It is understood that the guide structure 230 includes a first guide section 208 and a second guide section 209. When the guide member 305 is located at the first guide section 208, the mounting base 201 can cover the opening 302 of the storage container 301, ensuring that the storage container 301 is in the closed state shown in Figure 3. When the guide member 305 moves along the guide structure 230 to the second guide section 209, the storage container 301 gradually opens, revealing the opening 302, facilitating the storage and retrieval of items.
[0077] The guide structure 230 is also provided with a hovering position 210, which is located at the end of the second guide section 209 away from the first guide section 208. When the guide member 305 moves to the hovering position 210, the storage container 301 can remain stationary and ensure that the storage container 301 is in the open state shown in Figure 4, which makes it convenient for users to store and retrieve small amounts of items.
[0078] It should be noted that when the guide 305 continues to move away from the first guide section 208, the storage container 301 can be completely detached from the guide structure 230 and removed from the mounting base 201, which facilitates the storage and retrieval of a large number of items or cleaning and maintenance.
[0079] When a user needs to retrieve or place items, first open the door 100, then push the storage container 301, causing the first guide section 208 of the guide 305 to enter the second guide section 209. When the guide 305 reaches the hovering position 210, the storage container 301 automatically hovers, allowing the user to easily retrieve or place items. If it is necessary to completely remove the storage container 301, continue pushing the storage container 301, causing the guide 305 to move away from the first guide section 208 until the storage container 301 disengages from the guide structure 230 and is removed from the mounting base 201.
[0080] When closing the storage container 301, align the storage container 301 with the guide structure 230 of the mounting base 201, and gently push the storage container 301 so that the guide member 305 enters the first guide section 208 along the second guide section 209. At this time, the mounting base 201 covers the opening 302, and the storage container 301 is in a closed state.
[0081] The storage device of this application, through the design of the guide structure 230 and the hovering position 210, allows users to choose between small-volume storage (hovering position 210) or large-volume storage (complete retrieval) according to their needs, meeting different usage scenarios. By using both the hovering position 210 and complete retrieval modes, the storage container 301 achieves multi-functional use, enhancing the user experience.
[0082] Understandably, a rotating structure is provided between the mounting base 201 and the storage container 301, allowing the storage container 301 to rotate around the rotating structure, thus enabling the storage container 301 to flip relative to the mounting base 201. The rotating structure can be a pivot, hinge, or other mechanical structure capable of rotational connection. Through the rotating structure, the storage container 301 can flip under the guidance of the guide structure 230. When the guide member 305 moves to the second guide section 209, the storage container 301 flips around the rotating structure, so that the opening 302 faces the user, facilitating the storage and retrieval of items. During the flipping process, the center of gravity of the storage container 301 remains within a stable range, preventing the container from tilting or items from spilling due to the flipping.
[0083] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, it can be understood that the first guide segment 208 includes an elastic portion 211, which is in a press-fit relationship with the guide member 305. The elastic portion 211 can be made of various elastic materials, such as spring sheets and rubber elastic blocks. Spring sheets are generally made of metal, possessing good elasticity and a certain degree of toughness, and can maintain stable performance during repeated compression and rebound; rubber elastic blocks are usually made of synthetic rubber, and their elasticity can be achieved by adjusting the rubber formula and hardness according to specific needs.
[0084] In the first guide section 208 of the guide structure 230, the elastic part 211 is designed to press against the guide member 305. When the guide member 305 attempts to move from the first guide section 208 to the second guide section 209, the elastic part 211 generates an elastic force, the direction of which is opposite to the direction of movement of the guide member 305, thereby creating resistance.
[0085] Taking the spring sheet as an example, the presence of the guide member 305 will compress the spring sheet, causing it to generate an elastic force opposite to the direction of deformation. This elastic force will act directly on the guide member 305, forming a resistance that hinders the guide member 305 from moving towards the second guide section 209.
[0086] Similarly, when the rubber elastic block is compressed by the guide member 305, the internal rubber molecular structure changes, generating an elastic force to restore its original shape. This elastic force prevents the guide member 305 from moving further, stabilizing it in the first guide section 208. The presence of this elastic force ensures that the guide member 305 can be firmly positioned in the first guide section 208 without external intervention, guaranteeing that the storage container 301 remains closed and preventing accidental opening of the storage container 301 due to accidental vibration or slight external force.
[0087] When the user needs to move the guide 305 from the first guide section 208 into the second guide section 209, an external force greater than the elastic force needs to be applied. When this force is greater than the elastic force applied to the guide 305 by the elastic part 211, the guide 305 can begin to move.
[0088] During movement, the elastic part 211 will further deform as the guide 305 moves, and the elastic force will change accordingly. If it is a spring sheet, the compression of the spring sheet may increase as the guide 305 moves, and the elastic force will also increase. This requires the user to continuously apply sufficient force to overcome the constantly changing elastic force. As the guide 305 moves, the stress distribution inside the rubber elastic block will change, and the elastic force will also be adjusted. However, in general, the external force applied by the user must always be greater than the elastic force for the guide 305 to smoothly enter the second guide section 209.
[0089] The advantages of elastic force are as follows: First, the magnitude of the elastic force can be precisely controlled by carefully designing the material, shape, and size of the elastic part 211. For example, by selecting spring sheets with different stiffness coefficients or adjusting the hardness and shape of the rubber elastic block, different magnitudes of elastic force can be obtained to meet different usage requirements. Second, the elastic force is more stable. The elastic force is only related to the deformation of the elastic part 211. As long as the performance of the elastic part 211 is stable, the resistance it generates can remain relatively stable, thereby better preventing the storage container 301 from opening accidentally. Finally, the elastic force is more responsive. When the guide 305 has a slight tendency to move, the elastic part 211 can quickly generate a corresponding elastic force to stop its movement. The elastic force can more promptly limit the movement of the guide 305, improving the safety and stability of the storage device.
[0090] In refrigerator usage scenarios, opening and closing the door is one of the most frequent user interactions with the device. For refrigerator doors with storage compartments, elasticity plays a crucial role in the opening and closing process, ensuring the stability of the storage container 301 and a positive user experience.
[0091] Specifically, when the refrigerator door opens or closes, the door 100 will vibrate and shake. Without the elastic force, under the influence of these vibrations and shaking, the guide 305 of the storage container 301 may accidentally move from the first guide section 208 into the second guide section 209 due to external force, causing the storage container 301 to open and the stored items (such as ice cubes) to fall out, causing unnecessary loss and trouble. The elastic force generated by the elastic part 211 pressing against the guide 305 can effectively prevent the guide 305 from moving at the moment the refrigerator door opens and closes. When the vibration of the door 100 is transmitted to the storage container 301, the guide 305 will be subjected to an external force, but due to the existence of the elastic force, the guide 305 will only move when this external force is greater than the elastic force. Under normal refrigerator door opening and closing vibration, this external force is usually insufficient to overcome the elastic force, thus ensuring that the storage container 301 remains closed during the opening and closing process, ensuring the safety of the contents. Frequent opening and closing of the refrigerator door may subject the storage container 301 to multiple impacts and vibrations. The elastic force plays a buffering and protective role in this process. The elastic deformation of the elastic part 211 can absorb some of the impact energy, reducing the hard collisions between the guide member 305 and the guide structure 230. By reducing hard friction and impact, the elastic force not only protects the guide member 305 and the guide structure 230, but also extends the overall service life of the storage device.
[0092] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, it can be understood that the rotating structure includes a recess 304 disposed in the storage container 301 and a rotating shaft 212 disposed in the mounting base 201. The recess 304 abuts against the rotating shaft 212, forming a rotation fulcrum, allowing the storage container 301 to rotate around the rotating shaft 212. The recess 304 abuts against the rotating shaft 212, allowing the storage container 301 to rotate around the rotating shaft 212. The notch of the recess 304 faces downward, and the maximum width of the notch is greater than the diameter of the rotating shaft 212. The downward-facing notch of the recess 304 facilitates the installation and removal of the storage container 301. When installing or removing the storage container 301, the user only needs to align the recess 304 with the rotating shaft 212; the notch design allows for easy assembly or disassembly. This design simplifies user operation, reduces the complexity of installation and maintenance, and improves the user experience.
[0093] Specifically, when installing the storage container 301, the user can easily align the recess 304 on the storage container 301 with the rotating shaft 212 of the mounting base 201. Because the notch faces downwards, the rotating shaft 212 can smoothly enter the recess 304, completing the installation process. Similarly, when removing the storage container 301, because the notch faces downwards, the user can easily separate the recess 304 from the rotating shaft 212, thus removing the storage container 301 from the mounting base 201. This ensures the storage container 301 is securely installed while also facilitating disassembly and cleaning. For example, when the storage container 301 needs cleaning, the user can first overcome the elastic force to disengage the guide 305 from the first guide section 208, and then, utilizing the structural characteristics of the recess 304 and the rotating shaft 212, easily remove the storage container 301 for cleaning. After cleaning, it can be easily reinstalled.
[0094] Furthermore, the rotating structure, through the tight fit between the recess 304 and the rotating shaft 212, ensures the stability of the storage container 301 during the flipping process. Even when vibrations or inertial forces occur when the refrigerator door is opened or closed, the storage container 301 remains stable, preventing accidental shaking or falling off. The design of the rotating shaft 212 ensures that the center of gravity of the storage container 301 remains within a reasonable range when flipping, preventing the container from tilting or items from spilling.
[0095] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, it can be understood that the guide structure 230 includes a first slide rail 213 and a second slide rail 214. The first slide rail 213 is located on the upper side of the guide member 305, used to limit the vertical movement range of the guide member 305 and provide upper support and guidance. The second slide rail 214 is located on the lower side of the guide member 305, used to limit the vertical movement range of the guide member 305 and provide lower support and guidance. A first guide section 208 and a second guide section 209 are defined between the first slide rail 213 and the second slide rail 214, respectively used to guide the movement of the guide member 305 in different states. This arrangement ensures that the guide member 305 is constrained by both the upper and lower sides during movement, guaranteeing the stability and accuracy of movement and preventing the guide member 305 from deviating or swaying during movement.
[0096] It is understood that an elastic part 211 (such as a spring sheet, rubber strip, etc.) can be provided on the first slide rail 213 or the second slide rail 214. When the guide member 305 is located in the first guide section 208, the elastic part 211 is pressed against the guide member 305, generating an elastic force. This elastic force prevents the guide member 305 from entering the second guide section 209 from the first guide section 208, ensuring that the storage container 301 remains closed under normal circumstances. For example, when the refrigerator door vibrates during opening and closing, the elastic force can counteract the impact of the vibration, stabilizing the guide member 305 in the first guide section 208 and preventing the storage container 301 from being accidentally opened.
[0097] The upper end of the second slide rail 214 is provided with an upwardly inclined guide portion 215. A first opening 216 is formed between the guide portion 215 and the first slide rail 213. The guide member 305 enters and exits the guide structure 230 through the first opening 216, realizing the installation and removal of the storage container 301. When the user wants to open the storage container 301, the elastic force needs to be overcome so that the guide member 305 enters the second guide section 209 from the first guide section 208. The guide member 305 moves along the guide portion 215 of the second slide rail 214 and finally reaches the hovering position 210, which is located at the connection between the guide portion 215 and the second guide section 209.
[0098] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, it can be understood that the storage container 301 is provided with a limiting part 217. When the guide member 305 is in the hovering position 210, the lower part of the limiting part 217 abuts against the guide member 215. The presence of the limiting part 217 further enhances the stability of the storage container 301 in the hovering position 210, preventing the storage container 301 from shaking or moving accidentally in this position. At the same time, the cooperation between the limiting part 217 and the guide member 215 also plays a certain limiting role in the movement of the guide member 305, ensuring that the guide member 305 can accurately stop in the hovering position 210. During the movement of the guide member 305 from the first guide section 208 into the second guide section 209, the limiting part 217 is located above the first slide rail 213, achieving a avoidance effect. When the guide member 305 approaches the hovering position 210, the limiting part 217 crosses the first slide rail 213 and abuts against the guide member 215, thereby fixing the storage container 301. As the guide 305 continues to move upward and passes through the first opening 216, the position of the limiting part 217 can also avoid the guide 305, so that the storage container 301 can be removed from the mounting base 201.
[0099] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, it can be understood that the wall thickness of the guide structure 230 at the second guide section 209 is greater than that at the first guide section 208. The larger wall thickness of the guide structure 230 at the second guide section 209 enhances the strength and rigidity of this area, ensuring stability when the storage container 301 is opened and fixed. The second guide section 209 is a critical area for the opening and fixing of the storage container 301; the larger wall thickness improves the compressive and deformation resistance of this area, ensuring the stability of the storage container 301 in the open state. At the first guide section 208, the wall thickness of the guide structure 230 is thinner. This design gives the first guide section 208 a certain degree of elasticity, allowing it to better adapt to the movement and force changes of the guide member 305. The thinner wall thickness of the first guide section 208 also provides a certain degree of elasticity, enabling it to better absorb and buffer the impact force generated when the guide member 305 moves, reducing wear and noise and extending its service life. The mounting base 201 has a hollowed-out area corresponding to the first guide section 208, which better increases the elasticity of the first guide section 208. That is, the first guide section 208 itself constitutes the elastic part 211, without the need to add other structures. The elastic force of the first guide section 208 makes the guide member 305 need to overcome a certain resistance when entering the second guide section 209 from the first guide section 208, which improves the safety and stability of use.
[0100] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, it can be understood that the increased wall thickness at the second guide section 209 is achieved through a hollow structure combined with reinforcing ribs 218. For example, at the second guide section 209 of the second slide rail 214, a hollow portion 219 is provided, and reinforcing ribs 218 connecting the two sides are installed inside the hollow portion 219. This design saves materials and, more importantly, alters the stress distribution at the connection between the first guide section 208 and the second guide section 209, reducing stress concentration and extending the service life of the overall structure.
[0101] Referring to Figure 9, it can be understood that the mounting base 201 is provided with a support plate 220, which is located at the bottom of the second mounting position 203. The primary function of the support plate 220 is to bear the weight of the storage container 301. When the storage container 301 is installed in the second mounting position 203, its own weight and the weight of the items stored inside (such as ice cubes) will generate a downward force. Through reasonable structural design and material selection, the support plate 220 can effectively bear these forces and distribute them to the mounting base 201 and the door 100. In this way, part of the weight of the storage container 301 originally borne by the first guide section 208 is transferred to the support plate 220, greatly reducing the force on the first guide section 208.
[0102] For the first guide section 208, due to its structural characteristics (such as the first guide section 208 being an elastic segment in some designs), excessive gravity may affect its elastic performance and service life. Through the support plate 220, the first guide section 208 can operate within a more suitable stress range, reducing the risk of damage due to excessive gravity load, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the first guide section 208 in guiding the movement of the storage container 301. For example, during frequent retrieval and placement of the storage container 301, without the support of the support plate 220, the first guide section 208 may deform or lose elasticity due to prolonged exposure to significant gravity, thus affecting the normal movement and closing of the storage container 301.
[0103] Since the support plate 220 bears most of the weight of the storage container 301, the friction between the guide member 305 and the guide structure 230 is reduced during the loading and unloading of the storage container 301. When the user loads or unloads the storage container 301, there is no need to overcome excessive friction caused by gravity, making the operation easier and smoother.
[0104] Referring to Figures 7 and 8, it can be understood that in another embodiment, the second guide segment 209 is designed to be arc-shaped, allowing the storage container 301 to smoothly transition during movement, reducing friction and resistance. The first guide segment 208 is located below the arc extension line O of the second guide segment 209, at a lower position, requiring the storage container 301 to overcome gravity when moving from the first guide segment 208 into the second guide segment 209. The arc-shaped design of the second guide segment 209 changes the traditional straight-line entry and exit method, allowing the storage container 301 to transition more naturally during movement, especially when moving from a low position to a high position. The arc-shaped path allows the storage container 301 to rise slowly, and the force applied by the user when lifting is smoother, resulting in a smoother experience. By placing the first guide segment 208 below the arc extension line O of the second guide segment 209, the design utilizes the effect of gravity, allowing the storage container 301 to naturally slide to the correct position when inserted, while the user needs to overcome a certain amount of gravity when removing it, but the arc-shaped design helps reduce the required lifting force. Furthermore, since the first guide section 208 is located below the second guide section 209, the storage container 301 needs to overcome gravity when entering the second guide section 209 from the first guide section 208, forming a natural resistance to prevent the storage container 301 from opening accidentally.
[0105] When a user retrieves ice, to allow the guide 305 to move from the first guide section 208 into the second guide section 209, simply lift the storage container 301 slightly upwards by hand. The weight of the storage container 301 itself creates resistance to entering the second guide section 209, but this slight upward lift overcomes this gravitational resistance, allowing the guide 305 to move along the curved second guide section 209.
[0106] Understandably, if elastic force is used as the resistance to restrict the movement from the first guide section 208 to the second guide section 209, when the guide member 305 contacts the elastic part 211, the force applied by the user to the storage container 301 needs to overcome the elastic force. When the guide member 305 passes the elastic part 211, the force applied by the user to the storage container 301 is difficult to decrease accordingly with the decrease of the elastic force. That is, under the force applied by the user to the storage container 301, the guide member 305 has an acceleration along the second guide section 209, and the storage container 301 flips faster. If the storage container 301 is full of objects such as ice, these objects are easy to be thrown out from the opening 302 due to inertia.
[0107] Understandably, this embodiment uses gravity as the resistance to restrict movement from the first guide section 208 to the second guide section 209. Unlike elastic force, gravity does not suddenly decrease or disappear, allowing the force applied by the user to the storage container 301 to remain relatively balanced with gravity. Furthermore, since there are no physical obstructions in the movement path of the guide member 305 from the first guide section 208 to the second guide section 209, the storage container 301 can maintain a smooth and continuous movement throughout the process. Moreover, because there are no physical obstructions in the movement path of the guide member 305, severe structural wear caused by prolonged use is avoided, reducing the risk of mechanism failure.
[0108] It is understandable that the vertical distance between the two ends of the first guide section 208 is h, satisfying h ≥ 3mm. This ensures that movement only occurs when the user applies sufficient external force to overcome gravity, thus guaranteeing the stability of the storage container 301 in the closed state. However, when h < 3mm, if the door 100 opens and closes too quickly, or if the door 100 is subjected to a large impact force, the storage container 301 may easily detach from the first guide section 208 and enter the second guide section 209, causing the storage container 301 to flip open and reveal the opening 302, affecting normal ice making, and potentially causing items inside the storage container 301 to fall out.
[0109] Referring to Figures 7 and 8, it can be understood that in another embodiment, the rotating structure includes a rotating portion 306 disposed on the storage container 301 and a supporting portion disposed on the mounting base 201. The supporting portion includes a first supporting position 222 and a second supporting position 223. When the guide member 305 is located in the first guide section 208, the rotating portion 306 abuts against the first supporting position 222. At this time, the abutting cooperation between the rotating portion 306 and the first supporting position 222 further enhances the stability of the storage container 301 in the closed state. On the one hand, it can prevent the storage container 301 from rotating accidentally due to vibration or other factors during normal use; on the other hand, it also provides additional protection for the stability of the guide member 305 in the first guide section 208.
[0110] When the guide 305 is located in the second guide section 209, the rotating part 306 abuts against the second support position 223. In this state, the abutment between the rotating part 306 and the second support position 223 ensures that the storage container 301 remains stable even when open (with the guide 305 in the second guide section 209). Simultaneously, the user can rotate the storage container 301 as needed, and the rotating part 306 rotates around the contact point with the support, making it convenient for the user to retrieve items located in different positions within the storage container 301. For example, when the items stored in the storage container 301 are at the bottom or inside, the user can rotate the storage container 301 to make them easier to access.
[0111] Understandably, because the second guide section 209 is designed in an arc shape, the cooperation between the rotating part 306 and the support part ensures the smoothness of the rotation process of the storage container 301, preventing wobbling or deviation during rotation. However, when retrieving items from the storage container 301, the user needs to slightly lift the storage container 301 by hand to overcome gravitational resistance, allowing the guide member 305 to move from the first guide section 208 into the second guide section 209. This causes the rotating part 306 to move upwards a certain distance, thus changing the contact position between the rotating part 306 and the support part. By setting the first support position 222 and the second support position 223, the rotating part 306 smoothly transitions between the two support positions during the movement of the guide member 305 from the first guide section 208 to the second guide section 209. This allows the guide structure 230 and the rotating structure to work together, providing the user with a more convenient operating experience.
[0112] Referring to Figures 7 and 8, it can be understood that both the guide structure 230 and the support portion adopt a guide groove structure, which, in addition to its guiding function, also provides a certain degree of limiting and support. For example, when the storage container 301 rotates, the upper sidewalls of the guide structure 230 and the support portion provide a limiting function to facilitate rotation. During the process of placing the storage container 301 back into the mounting base 201, since the first guide segment 208 is located below the arcuate extension line O of the second guide segment 209, the upper sidewall of the guide structure 230 can guide the guide member 305 from the second guide segment 209 to the first guide segment 208, and the upper sidewall of the support portion can guide the rotating part 306 to fall into the first support position 222.
[0113] Referring to Figures 7 and 8, it can be understood that the guide structure 230 has a first opening 216, through which the guide member 305 enters and exits the guide structure 230. The design of the first opening 216 allows the guide member 305 to flexibly enter and exit the guide structure 230, simplifying user operation and improving ease of use. The support part has a second opening 224, through which the rotating part 306 enters and exits the support part. The design of the second opening 224 allows the rotating part 306 to flexibly enter and exit the support part, simplifying the installation and disassembly of the storage container 301 and improving ease of use. When it is necessary to remove the storage container 301, the guide member 305 moves from the second guide section 209 toward the first opening 216, and the rotating part 306 moves from the second support position 223 toward the second opening 224, until the guide member 305 passes through the first opening 216 and the rotating part 306 passes through the second opening 224, thus realizing the removal of the storage container 301.
[0114] Referring to Figures 7 and 8, it can be understood that the guide structure 230 includes a third guide segment 225, which connects to the second guide segment 209 and extends toward the first opening 216 to guide the guide member 305 into the hovering position 210 and eventually out of the guide structure 230. The first opening 216 is located above the arcuate extension line O of the second guide segment 209, through which the guide member 305 enters and exits the guide structure 230. The end of the second guide segment 209 near the third guide segment 225 extends horizontally or slightly downwards, while the third guide segment 225 extends obliquely upwards to the first opening 216, such that the connection between the third guide segment 225 and the second guide segment 209 forms a hovering position 210 that allows the storage container 301 to remain stationary. After the guide 305 reaches the hovering position 210, the user continues to push the storage container 301. The guide 305 moves along the third guide section 225 and disengages from the guide structure 230 through the first opening 216. The storage container 301 can then be removed from the mounting base 201 for easy access or cleaning and maintenance.
[0115] Referring to Figures 7 and 8, it can be understood that the guide structure 230 includes an auxiliary section 226 located outside the hover position 210 and forming a continuous and stable support frame through a robust connection at both ends to the second guide section 209. As the guide member 305 passes through the hover position 210, the auxiliary section 226 provides additional guiding support, increasing the strength of the hover position 210. The layout of the auxiliary section 226 helps reduce lateral vibration of the guide member 305 during movement, especially when passing through the hover position 210, where the lateral support of the auxiliary section 226 can quickly stabilize the guide member 305, reducing swaying caused by speed changes.
[0116] Referring to Figures 7 and 8, it can be understood that a cavity 227 is formed between the auxiliary section 226 and the second guide section 209. This cavity 227 serves multiple functions: it not only reduces weight structurally, but also provides a buffer space for the movement of the guide member 305, and reduces stress concentration, improving stress distribution. The design of the cavity 227 allows the second guide section 209 to deform downwards with a certain degree of freedom in the hovering position 210 area, which helps the storage container 301 remain in the hovering position 210, and also reduces the impact sound of the guide member 305 in the corresponding area of the cavity 227. For example, the cavity 227 can be designed as a sound-absorbing cavity.
[0117] Understandably, the mounting base 201 is also equipped with a detection device, which is located on the mounting base 201 near the second mounting position 203, and is used to detect whether the storage container 301 is correctly installed in the second mounting position 203. The detection device can monitor the position of the storage container 301 in real time and issue a trigger signal when the storage container (301) is removed from the second mounting position 203 to remind the user or pause the operation of the equipment. For example, the detection device can use a magnetic switch, which determines whether the storage container 301 is in place by sensing the magnet on the storage container 301. When the storage container 301 is correctly installed in the second mounting position 203, the magnetic switch senses the magnet on the storage container 301, and the equipment operates normally. If the user removes the storage container 301 and forgets to put it back, the magnetic switch will not sense the magnet, and the equipment will issue a trigger signal, such as pausing the operation of the ice-making component 403 to prevent ice cubes from falling.
[0118] The embodiments of this application have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this application is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of this application.
Claims
1. A storage device, including: Mounting base, equipped with a guide structure; and A storage container, the top of which has an opening and a storage space communicating with the opening, and the storage container is provided with a guide that moves along the guide structure; The guide structure includes a first guide section and a second guide section. When the guide member is located in the first guide section, the mounting base can cover the opening, and the storage container is subject to resistance that prevents the guide member from entering the second guide section along the first guide section. The guide structure has a hovering position located at the end of the second guide section away from the first guide section. When the guide member is located in the hovering position, the storage container can remain stationary and expose the opening. When the guide member moves in a direction away from the first guide section, the storage container can detach from the guide structure and be removed from the mounting base.
2. The storage device according to claim 1 further includes a rotating structure disposed between the mounting base and the storage container, wherein the storage container rotates about the rotating structure to achieve the flipping of the storage container relative to the mounting base.
3. The storage device according to claim 2, wherein, The second guide segment is arc-shaped, and the first guide segment is located below the arc extension line of the second guide segment.
4. The storage device according to claim 3, wherein, The vertical distance between the two ends of the first guide segment is h, which satisfies: h≥3mm.
5. The storage device according to claim 3 or 4, wherein, The rotating structure includes a rotating part disposed on the storage container and a supporting part disposed on the mounting base. The supporting part includes a first supporting position and a second supporting position. When the guide member is located in the first guiding section, the rotating part abuts against the first supporting position. When the guide member is located in the second guiding section, the rotating part abuts against the second supporting position.
6. The storage device according to claim 5, wherein, Both the guide structure and the support part are guide groove structures. The guide structure has a first opening, through which the guide member enters and exits the guide structure. The support part has a second opening, through which the rotating part enters and exits the support part.
7. The storage device according to claim 6, wherein, The first opening is located above the arc extension of the second guide segment. The guide structure includes a third guide segment, which connects to the second guide segment and extends toward the first opening. The hovering position is located at the connection between the third guide segment and the second guide segment.
8. The storage device according to claim 7, wherein, The guide structure includes an auxiliary section located outside the hover position, with both ends of the auxiliary section connected to the second guide section, and a cavity formed between the auxiliary section and the second guide section.
9. The storage device according to any one of claims 2 to 8, wherein, The first guide segment includes an elastic portion, which is pressed against the guide member.
10. The storage device according to claim 9, wherein, The rotating structure includes a recess in the storage container and a rotating shaft in the mounting base, with the recess abutting against the rotating shaft.
11. The storage device according to claim 9 or 10, wherein, The guide structure includes a first slide rail and a second slide rail. The first slide rail is located on the upper side of the guide member, and the second slide rail is located on the lower side of the guide member. The first slide rail and the second slide rail define a first guide segment and a second guide segment. The upper end of the second slide rail is provided with an upwardly inclined guide portion. A first opening is formed between the guide portion and the first slide rail. The guide member enters and exits the guide structure through the first opening. The hovering position is located at the connection between the guide portion and the second guide segment. The storage container is provided with a limiting portion. When the guide member is in the hovering position, the lower part of the limiting portion abuts against the guide portion.
12. The storage device according to claim 11, wherein, The wall thickness of the guide structure at the second guide segment is greater than the wall thickness at the first guide segment.
13. A storage device, comprising a housing, a door rotatably connected to the housing, and a storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the storage device is disposed on the door.