Door-in-door having display screen assembly and refrigerator having the same
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional refrigerators with door-in-door designs face challenges in mounting display screens, requiring complex processes and higher costs, especially when a transparent panel is used, which compromises the viewing effect.
Innovation Solution
A door-in-door design with a display screen assembly where the display screen is integrated into a second door body pivotally connected to a transparent first door body, allowing the display interface to be visible through the transparent panel without obstructing the view, using a snap-fitting mechanism for secure and detachable connection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the display screen assembly is disposed on the outer door body, then the display interface is accessible, but the mounting process becomes complicated and costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The door structure is segmented into an outer door body and an inner door body, with the display screen assembly specifically disposed on the inner door body. This segmentation allows the display to be mounted in a location that is accessible yet does not require complex mounting processes on the outer door, thereby resolving the contradiction between display accessibility and mounting complexity.
2Ease of operation
If the display screen assembly is disposed on the outer door body, then the display interface is accessible, but costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the door structure into outer and inner door bodies and placing the display on the inner door body, the mounting process is simplified, which directly reduces manufacturing costs while maintaining display accessibility. This segmentation approach avoids the need for complex mounting procedures on the outer door.
3Ease of operation
If the display screen assembly is disposed on the outer door body, then the display interface is accessible, but the area of the transparent panel must be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The door system is divided into outer and inner door bodies, with the display screen assembly located on the inner door body. This segmentation allows the transparent panel on the outer door to maintain its full area and visual effect, while the display remains accessible through the inner door body, thus resolving the contradiction between display accessibility and transparent panel area.
4Ease of operation
If the display screen assembly is disposed on the outer door body, then the display interface is accessible, but the viewing effect of the refrigerator is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the door structure into outer and inner door bodies and positioning the display on the inner door body, the outer door's transparent panel can maintain its full aesthetic value and visual effect. The display remains accessible through the inner door body, thus resolving the contradiction between display accessibility and refrigerator appearance.
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AI summary
The present invention discloses a door-in-door having a display screen assembly and a refrigerator having the same. The door-in-door comprises a first door body and a second door body; the first door body has a transparent panel, and the second door body is provided with a display screen assembly. When the first door body closes the cabinet, a display interface of the display screen assembly is displayed through the transparent panel of the first door body. According to the present invention, an operation state of the refrigerator can be learnt about without opening the first door body.