Refrigerator bracket and refrigerator having same, and automobile

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing refrigerator brackets have complex structures, cumbersome assembly processes, and high production costs, which hinder their effectiveness and efficiency.

Innovation Solution

A refrigerator bracket with a simple structure, comprising a first frame, a second frame, and fasteners, where the first frame is detachably connected to the second frame, forming an installation cavity with a placement opening, and featuring multiple installation sites for secure connection and reduced component count.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If traditional refrigerator bracket structures are used, then the bracket can support and protect the refrigerator cabinet, but the structure becomes complex and production cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesupport and protection functionVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket is divided into a first frame and a second frame that are detachably connected, allowing the complex structure to be segmented into manageable parts that can be produced and assembled separately, reducing overall structural complexity while maintaining support functionality

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The first frame and second frame are designed as multi-functional components that can serve multiple purposes: structural support, cabinet protection, and providing mounting locations for refrigerator components, thereby reducing the need for additional separate structural elements

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If traditional refrigerator bracket structures are used, then the bracket can support the refrigerator cabinet, but the assembly process becomes cumbersome

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesupport functionVSAvoidassembly ease
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket is segmented into a first frame and a second frame that can be assembled separately and then detached for reassembly elsewhere, making the assembly process less cumbersome and more flexible compared to traditional monolithic bracket structures

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The detachable connection between the first frame and second frame allows the bracket to be dynamically assembled and disassembled, providing ease of operation during installation and maintenance while maintaining structural integrity when assembled

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Reliability

If traditional refrigerator bracket structures are used, then the bracket can protect the refrigerator cabinet, but the production cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprotection functionVSAvoidproduction cost
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket structure is segmented into a first frame and a second frame that can be manufactured separately using standardized processes, allowing for more efficient production and lower costs compared to manufacturing a single complex integrated structure

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The first frame and second frame are designed to be detachably connected, merging two simpler, cheaper-to-manufacture components into a functional equivalent of a more expensive complex single-piece bracket, reducing overall production cost while maintaining protection functionality

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS20250196748A1Refrigerator bracket and refrigerator having same, and automobile
Publication Date: 2025.06.19 BEIJING CHEHEJIA AUTOMOBILE TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

A refrigerator bracket includes a first frame, a second frame, and fasteners. The first frame is disposed on a side of the second frame in a height direction of the second frame, the first frame is detachably connected to the second frame by the fasteners, an installation cavity is enclosed between the first frame and the second frame, and a placement opening is disposed on one side of the installation cavity. The first frame is provided with a plurality of first installation sites, the second frame is provided with a plurality of second installation sites that are in one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of first installation sites, and the fasteners are connected to the plurality of first installation sites and the plurality of second installation sites.