Refrigeration module and refrigerator
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional free-standing refrigerators have limited internal volume due to the large space occupied by the refrigeration system, requiring complex designs and limiting placement flexibility.
Innovation Solution
A refrigeration module with a detachable cold supply port and separate evaporator and compressor compartments, allowing independent installation and connection to external pipelines, enhancing cooling capacity and efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the refrigeration system is integrated into the cabinet, then the refrigerator provides complete cooling function, but the internal volume of the cabinet is limited and the design process becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The refrigeration system is divided into separate modules: the refrigeration module (containing compressor, condenser, evaporator) and the storage module (cabinet). This segmentation allows the refrigeration system to be independently designed and optimized, while the cabinet can maximize its internal volume without being constrained by the refrigeration components.
Solution Approach 2:
The refrigeration system is extracted from the traditional integrated cabinet structure and placed in a separate refrigeration module. This extraction eliminates the space occupation of refrigeration components within the cabinet, thereby increasing the internal storage volume and simplifying the cabinet design process.
2Power
If the refrigeration system occupies large space, then the cooling capacity is sufficient, but the cabinet internal volume is reduced and local shape becomes special
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the refrigeration system into a dedicated module with optimized internal layout, the cooling capacity is maintained while the cabinet internal volume is maximized. The refrigeration module can be designed with compact component arrangement to achieve sufficient cooling power in a smaller footprint.
3Device complexity
If the refrigerator has fixed size, then the structure is simple, but the placement position is limited and cannot meet user adjustment needs
Solution Approach 1:
The detachable connection design between the refrigeration module and storage module enables dynamic reconfiguration. The modules can be separated, moved, and reconnected at different positions, providing placement flexibility while maintaining a relatively simple structure when assembled.
Solution Approach 2:
The segmented modular design allows independent positioning of the refrigeration module and storage module. This segmentation provides adaptability for different placement scenarios while keeping each module's internal structure simple and manageable.
4Volume of moving object
If the refrigeration system and cabinet are integrated, then the device is compact, but the process becomes complicated and storage portions cannot be disposed as desired
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the refrigerator into independently manufacturable modules (refrigeration module and storage module), the manufacturing process is simplified despite the overall device maintaining compact dimensions. Each module can be produced separately using standardized processes, then assembled through detachable connections.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The refrigeration module increases internal volume by separating refrigeration components, improves heat exchange efficiency, and allows flexible placement, enhancing user experience and space utilization.
Implementation Method 1
an evaporator disposed in an evaporator compartment... used for generating cooling capacity
Implementation Method 2
a compressor disposed in a compressor compartment... the refrigeration system is a compression refrigeration system
Implementation Method 3
a condenser... disposed in the compressor compartment
Implementation Method 4
the refrigeration system also has a centrifugal fan, which is disposed in the evaporator compartment... used for promoting flowing of cold air to the cold supply port
Data Source
AI summary
A refrigeration module, comprising: a module body, in which an installation space is defined; and a refrigeration system disposed in the installation space for use in generating cold, wherein a cold supply port is provided on the module body, the cold supply port is configured to be detachably connected to an external pipeline, and the cold generated by the refrigeration system is supplied to the external pipeline by the cold supply port. Further provided by the present invention is a refrigerator that has the refrigeration module. By means of separating the refrigeration module and a storage portion, the storage portion does not need to give way to the refrigeration system, and the internal volume of the refrigerator may be greatly increased; and the refrigeration module may be freely matched with one or more of the same or different storage portions as needed.