Central Rotating Refrigerator Design for 360° Multi-Directional Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Previous refrigerator and freezer models have restricted access from the sides, limiting the use of storage depth and allowing only one-sided access, which results in inefficient use of space and energy wastage due to inability to adjust cooling temperatures for multiple spaces.
Innovation Solution
A new model with multiple doors and rotation capability, allowing 360° access and smart temperature adjustment, enabling placement in various locations and efficient use of space by separating cooling zones and incorporating features like ice makers, water coolers, and adjustable compartments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional single-door or side-by-side refrigerators are used, then the structure is simple and placement is straightforward, but access is restricted to one side and storage depth is underutilized
Solution Approach 1:
The refrigerator incorporates a rotation mechanism that allows the main body to rotate 360 degrees around a central axis, transforming the static single-side access structure into a dynamic multi-directional access system. This enables users to access food materials from any side without requiring physical movement around the appliance.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from traditional linear front-access design to a three-dimensional radial access system with doors distributed around the entire circumference of the refrigerator body,充分利用 the spatial volume and enabling simultaneous access from multiple directions.
2Quantity of substance
If high depth is used to increase storage capacity, then more food materials can be stored, but access to materials in the depth becomes difficult requiring displacement of front materials
Solution Approach 1:
The refrigerator interior is divided into multiple independent storage compartments, each accessible through its own door. This segmentation allows direct access to any storage zone without requiring removal of items from other zones, eliminating the need to displace front materials to reach items in the depth.
3Use of energy by stationary object
If single cooling zone is used, then the structure is simple, but temperature cannot be adjusted for different spaces resulting in energy wastage
Solution Approach 1:
The cooling system is divided into multiple independent cooling zones, each capable of independent temperature control. This allows different sections of the refrigerator to be optimized for different storage needs (e.g., fresh food, frozen food, beverages) without cooling the entire volume uniformly, reducing energy consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
Each cooling zone is equipped with independent temperature adjustment capabilities, allowing localized optimization of cooling conditions according to the specific storage requirements of different food types, rather than applying uniform cooling throughout the entire refrigerator.
4Adaptability or versatility
If multiple doors are added to provide access from all sides, then accessibility improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The refrigerator is designed with multiple doors distributed around the entire circumference, each providing access to different storage compartments. This universal access design allows the appliance to be placed in various locations (corners, walls, or central positions) and accessed from any direction, maximizing placement flexibility and adaptability to different kitchen layouts.
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AI summary
This invention is Central refrigerator and freezer up to 360° access and view, polygonal and circular, rotary and mobile both manually and electrically by remote control, equipped with water and battery storage reservoir in the upper part of central cylinder, with smart digital system connected to internal and external cameras with the capability to send and receive messages and images to and from owner and/or near stores and connected to the network for smart shopping, with remote control and satellite telephones and the possibility for consumer to access from all sides instead of limited access from one side. This invention is in the field of mechanical engineering with a new model of a unit comprising of cooling, cool-maintaining and freezing plus fast freezing systems for food materials plus cold and hot water for tea and coffee maker and ice maker and equipped to microwave for cooking food.