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WO2023224272A1
WO2023224272A1 PCT/KR2023/005197 KR2023005197W WO2023224272A1 WO 2023224272 A1 WO2023224272 A1 WO 2023224272A1 KR 2023005197 W KR2023005197 W KR 2023005197W WO 2023224272 A1 WO2023224272 A1 WO 2023224272A1
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refrigerator
receiving member
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storage space
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전상현
이익규
조용현
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D23/00—General constructional features
    • F25D23/06—Walls
    • F25D23/065—Details
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D29/00—Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices
    • F25D29/005—Mounting of control devices
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D23/00—General constructional features
    • F25D23/06—Walls
    • F25D23/062—Walls defining a cabinet
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D23/00—General constructional features
    • F25D23/02—Doors; Covers
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D2201/00—Insulation
    • F25D2201/10—Insulation with respect to heat
    • F25D2201/12—Insulation with respect to heat using an insulating packing material
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D2400/00—General features of, or devices for refrigerators, cold rooms, ice-boxes, or for cooling or freezing apparatus not covered by any other subclass
    • F25D2400/36—Visual displays
    • F25D2400/361—Interactive visual displays
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D2400/00—General features of, or devices for refrigerators, cold rooms, ice-boxes, or for cooling or freezing apparatus not covered by any other subclass
    • F25D2400/40—Refrigerating devices characterised by electrical wiring
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D2700/00—Means for sensing or measuring; Sensors therefor
    • F25D2700/02—Sensors detecting door opening
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D2700/00—Means for sensing or measuring; Sensors therefor
    • F25D2700/06—Sensors detecting the presence of a product

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  • the present invention relates to refrigerators.
  • a refrigerator is a home appliance that allows food to be stored at low temperatures in an internal storage space shielded by a door.
  • refrigerators are designed to keep stored food in optimal condition by cooling the inside of the storage space using cold air generated through heat exchange with the refrigerant circulating in the refrigeration cycle.
  • refrigerators are gradually becoming larger and more multi-functional in accordance with changes in eating habits and the trend of higher quality products, and refrigerators equipped with various structures and convenience devices are being released to ensure user convenience and efficient use of internal space. .
  • a deodorizing device to remove bad odors inside the refrigerator may be installed inside the refrigerator.
  • a camera may be mounted inside the refrigerator to check the food inside the refrigerator.
  • various sensors may be provided to check the storage condition of food stored inside the refrigerator.
  • Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2016-0089725 discloses a refrigerator equipped with a camera on the upper inner surface of the refrigerator to take pictures of the interior space.
  • the purpose of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator on which a user's desired device can be additionally installed.
  • the purpose of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator in which a user can additionally install devices at various locations within the refrigerator.
  • the purpose of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a refrigerator whose performance can be upgraded through selective installation of devices in the user's home.
  • a refrigerator includes a cabinet forming a storage space; a door that opens and closes the storage space; A receiving member provided in the storage space; and a device detachably mounted on the receiving member and performing an additional function in a connected state, wherein the receiving member is provided with a first connection part connected to a control unit for controlling the device, and the device has a second connection part. is provided, and when the device is mounted, the first connection part and the second connection part are connected to each other to supply power to the device and transmit signals to the control unit.
  • the cabinet includes an outer case that forms an exterior appearance; an inner case forming the storage space; and an insulating material filled between the outer case and the inner case, wherein the receiving member is provided in the inner case and may be buried by the insulating material.
  • the receiving member forms a recessed space to accommodate at least a portion of the device, and the space may be recessed in a wall of the storage space.
  • An insulating member may be disposed on the outer surface of the receiving member to be in contact with the insulating material and have a higher thermal insulation coefficient than the insulating material.
  • the first connection part is provided in the mounting space and may protrude toward the direction in which the device is inserted.
  • the receiving member includes a case that forms a mounting space in which the device is accommodated, and the first connection portion is provided at a position facing the second connection portion and can be connected to the second connection portion during the mounting process of the device.
  • a guide part is depressed in the case facing the guide protrusion and is formed on the same surface as the first connection part, and guides the coupling of the first connection part and the second connection part in the process of inserting the guide protrusion into the guide part. can do.
  • the guide protrusion may be formed to be symmetrical with respect to the first connection portion.
  • the guide protrusion may protrude further than the first connection portion.
  • the device includes: a module connected to the second connection unit and configured to drive the device; a main body that accommodates the module and exposes the second connection portion; and a device cover that shields the mounting space and is exposed to the storage space.
  • the cover may form a portion of the wall of the storage space when mounted on the receiving member.
  • a plurality of accommodating members are provided in the mounting space, and the device may be mounted on at least one of the plurality of accommodating members.
  • the first connection part and the second connection part may be configured as USB terminals.
  • the control unit is configured to recognize the type of the device, and a corresponding program for driving the recognized device may be stored.
  • the device may be exposed to the inside of the storage space while mounted on the receiving member.
  • the receiving member may be provided on a door liner that forms the rear of the door.
  • It includes a pillar that shields a space between the pair of doors arranged side by side, and the receiving member may be provided in the pillar.
  • the refrigerator according to an embodiment of the present invention is configured so that devices with desired functions can be selectively installed inside the storage space according to the user's needs. Therefore, there is an advantage in that it is possible to provide a product that suits the user's taste by allowing users to add desired functions after selling a refrigerator with basic functions.
  • the appearance of the storage space can be prevented by shielding the receiving member with a cover, and the connection of the receiving member can be prevented from being contaminated or causing safety problems.
  • the device is connected to the receiving member through a first connection part and a second connection part to enable transmission of power and signals, thereby facilitating installation of the device.
  • the first connection part and the second connection part have a standardized terminal structure so that various types of devices can have the same connection structure regardless of the type of the device.
  • guide protrusions and guide parts are formed on the device and the receiving member, so that the first connection part and the second connection part can be connected without separate manipulation in the process of mounting the device on the receiving member, making installation of the device easier. can do.
  • the guide protrusion and the guide portion prevent misassembly of the device and allow the device to be mounted with accurate placement.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a refrigerator according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 2 is a partial perspective view of the refrigerator with the door open.
  • FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a state in which the device in FIG. 2 is not mounted.
  • Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of a state in which a device according to an embodiment of the present invention is mounted.
  • Figure 5 is a diagram schematically showing the combined structure of a receiving member and a device coupled to each other.
  • Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view of the device in a separated state.
  • Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view taken along line VII-VII' of Figure 2.
  • Figure 8 is an exploded perspective view of the device.
  • Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view taken along line IX-IX' of Figure 3.
  • Figure 10 is a perspective view of a cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 11 is a block diagram schematically showing the connection status of the main components of the refrigerator.
  • Figure 12 is a flow chart sequentially showing the operation of the refrigerator according to the installation of the device.
  • Figure 13 is a partial perspective view showing the device in an installed state according to another embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 14 is a partial perspective view showing the device in an installed state according to another embodiment of the present invention.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a refrigerator according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • the direction in which the front of the door shown in Figure 1 faces is forward
  • the direction toward the cabinet based on the front of the door is backward
  • the direction toward the floor where the refrigerator is installed is downward
  • the direction toward the floor where the refrigerator is installed is downward.
  • the direction can be defined as upward.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a refrigerator according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • the external appearance of the refrigerator 1 may be formed by a cabinet 10 forming a storage space and a door 20 opening and closing the storage space.
  • the storage space inside the cabinet 10 may be divided up and down by a partition wall 11, and a refrigerating room 12 may be formed in the upper part of the cabinet 10 and in the lower part of the cabinet 10.
  • a freezing chamber 13 may be formed.
  • a control unit 14 may be formed on the upper surface of the cabinet 10 to control the overall operation of the refrigerator 10.
  • the control unit 14 can control the operation of the refrigerator 10 as well as the operation of the device 100, which will be described below.
  • an output unit 141 is connected to the control unit 14 to output the operating status of the refrigerator.
  • the output unit 141 may include a display that displays information on a screen or a speaker that displays information in voice.
  • an operation unit 17 may be connected to the control unit 14 to input operations for operating the refrigerator 1.
  • the manipulation unit 17 may also include a microphone capable of inputting voice.
  • control unit 14 is described as being disposed on the upper surface of the cabinet 10.
  • control unit 14 may be provided in various positions of the refrigerator 1, and may be provided in plural units. It may be composed of and placed in different locations.
  • the door 20 may be composed of a refrigerator door 21 and a freezer door 22.
  • the refrigerating compartment door 21 may be configured to open and close the open front surface of the refrigerating compartment 12 by rotating it
  • the freezer compartment door 22 may be configured to open and close the open front surface of the freezing compartment 13 by rotating it.
  • the refrigerating compartment door 21 is provided at the top, so it can be called an upper door
  • the freezer door 22 is provided at the bottom, so it can be called a lower door.
  • the refrigerating compartment door 21 may be provided with a left and right pair so that the refrigerating compartment 12 is shielded by the pair of doors 21 and 22.
  • the freezer compartment door 22 may be provided with a left and right pair so that the freezer compartment 13 can be opened and closed by the pair of doors.
  • the freezer door 22 may be configured to be withdrawn in a drawer type as needed, and may be configured as one or more.
  • a bottom freeze type refrigerator with a freezer compartment 13 provided at the bottom is described as an example, and a refrigerator with a French type door that opens and closes each space by rotating a pair of doors is described as an example.
  • the invention can be applied to all types of refrigerators in which a camera module can be installed, regardless of the shape of the refrigerator.
  • At least one door 21 of the pair of refrigerator compartment doors 21 may be composed of a main door 40 and a sub door 30.
  • the main door 40 is rotatably mounted on the cabinet 10 to open and close the refrigerating compartment 12. Additionally, an opening (41 in FIG. 2) may be formed through the main door 40.
  • the sub door 30 is provided in front of the main door 40 and can be rotatably mounted on the main door 40. Also, the sub door 30 can open and close the opening 41. Additionally, a transparent portion 31 capable of seeing the inside of the opening 41 may be formed on the sub door 30 .
  • the transparent portion 31 may be composed of at least one transparent panel and may be selectively configured to allow the interior of the opening 41 to be visible. And, if necessary, the transparent unit 31 may be configured with a display device such as an LCD (LCD) capable of screen output or a transparent LCD.
  • LCD LCD
  • FIG. 2 is a partial perspective view of the refrigerator with the door open.
  • FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a state in which the device in FIG. 2 is not mounted.
  • the cabinet 10 is combined with performing an additional function 102 in the inner connection state forming the inner side of the storage space and performing an additional function 102 in the inner connection state. It may include performing additional functions (101) in an out-connected state that forms the exterior of the cabinet (10).
  • the insulation material 103 formed by injecting a foaming liquid may be filled between performing the additional function in the inner connection state (102) and performing the additional function in the out connection state (101).
  • the additional function 101 in the outer connection state is made of a metal material to form the external shape of the cabinet 10, and the additional function 102 in the inner connection state is made of a relatively thin plastic material. It may be vacuum formed to form the internal shape of the storage space.
  • the additional function 102 can form the upper and lower surfaces and both left and right sides of the refrigerating compartment 12. And, if necessary, additional functions 102 may be performed in the inner connection state and may form at least a portion of the rear of the refrigerating compartment 12. Additionally, the rear of the refrigerating compartment 12 may be formed by a grill pan assembly 121. The grill pan assembly 121 may form a flow path for cold air to flow within the refrigerator.
  • the device 100 may be installed to perform additional functions 102 in the inner connection state.
  • the device 100 can be selectively mounted on the refrigerator 1 to upgrade the function of the refrigerator 1 or provide additional functions. Additionally, the device 100 may have an independent function in addition to the general cooling operation of the refrigerator 1.
  • the device 100 may be called a module device, device module, module device, accessory, additional device, etc.
  • an accommodating member 200 is formed to perform an additional function 102 in the inner connection state, and a receiving member 200 is formed so that the user can selectively mount the device 100 on the accommodating member 200. It can be configured.
  • the receiving member 200 is configured to enable power supply and signal processing when the device 100 is mounted, and can be configured to automatically recognize and operate when the device 100 is mounted.
  • At least one containing member 200 may be provided inside the refrigerating compartment 12. Accordingly, the user can mount the device 100 at an appropriate location depending on the type and function of the device 100.
  • the receiving member 200 may be provided on at least one of the top surface and both left and right sides of the 102 to perform an additional function in the inner connection state.
  • the receiving member 200 may also be disposed on components within the refrigerator, such as the grill pan assembly 121.
  • a cover 190 may be mounted to shield the space formed by the accommodating member 200.
  • the device 100 may be installed in the center of the upper surface of the 102 to perform an additional function in the inner connection state.
  • the device 100 may be a camera device. Accordingly, the device 100 can photograph the inside of the storage space, that is, the refrigerating compartment 12.
  • the device 100 can be used with various devices such as a thermal imaging camera, an ion deodorizer, a carbon dioxide detector, a gas sensor, a reader for recognizing barcodes or QR codes, an additional cooling device consisting of a thermoelectric element, and a Wi-Fi dongle. You can.
  • the device 100 may not be provided when purchasing the refrigerator 1, and may be additionally purchased by the user as needed, or may be provided additionally to upgrade the performance of the refrigerator 1.
  • the device 100 can be electrically connected to the controller 14, and thus the captured image can be transmitted to the controller 14 and output on the display device or a remote device such as a mobile phone or PC. Additionally, the image information acquired by the device 100 may be processed and used as information for the operation of the refrigerator 1 or delivered to the user.
  • the receiving member 200 may be formed to have a sufficient size to enable mounting of various devices 100.
  • a cover may be mounted on the accommodating member 200 to shield the accommodating member 200.
  • the cover 190 may be shaped to have the same color or texture as 102, which performs an additional function in the inner connection state, and performs an additional function in the inner connection state when mounted on the receiving member 200 ( 102) and a sense of unity can be achieved.
  • the cover 190 may be formed so that when mounted on the receiving member 200, the outer surface of the cover 190 is positioned on the same plane as the 102, which performs an additional function in the inner connection state. there is.
  • the user can mount the device 100 at a position suitable for the device 100 among the plurality of accommodating members 200, and a cover 190 may be installed on the accommodating member 200 on which the device 100 is not mounted. ) is installed so that the inside of the receiving member 200 is not exposed.
  • Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of a state in which a device according to an embodiment of the present invention is mounted.
  • Figure 5 is a diagram schematically showing the coupling structure of the receiving member and the device being coupled to each other.
  • Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view of the device in a separated state.
  • the receiving member 200 can be mounted to perform an additional function 102 in the inner connection state.
  • the receiving member 200 may perform an additional function in the inner connection state and be mounted to be exposed through an opening formed in the 102, and a portion of the receiving member 200 may be embedded in the insulating material 103 to firmly fix the mounting position.
  • the receiving member 200 may perform an additional function 210 in a connected state to form a recessed mounting space 211 on which the device 100 can be mounted. Also, in the connected state, the additional function 210 may be opened toward the refrigerating compartment 12. In the connected state, a bent border 214 may be formed around the open surface of the additional function 210. In addition, the border 214 performs an additional function in the inner connection state and is combined with 102 to fix the receiving member 200 and prevent leakage of the insulation material 103.
  • the mounting space 211 may form a space in which the main body 120 of the device 100 is accommodated. Additionally, the mounting space 211 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the main body 120.
  • a clamping portion 213 that performs an additional function in the connected state may be formed around the inner surface of the additional function 210 in the connected state.
  • the clamping portion 213, which performs an additional function in the connected state may be formed in a shape in which a portion of the mounting space 211 is cut out.
  • a body fitting portion 123 may be formed around the outer surface of the body 120.
  • the main body fitting portion 123 may be formed at a position corresponding to the clamping portion 213 that performs an additional function in the connected state.
  • the device 100 when the device 100 is mounted on the receiving member 200, the main body 120 is inserted into the case 210, and at this time, the case fitting portion 213 and the body fitting portion 123 Can be mounted in contact with each other. That is, the device 100 can be mounted on the receiving member 200 with directionality, and therefore the device 100 can be mounted in an accurate arrangement without being mismounted. And, with this mounting structure, the first connection part 220 of the receiving member 200 and the second connection part 130 of the device 100 can be accurately connected.
  • a mounting portion 214 provided with the first connection portion 220 may be formed on the inner surface of the case 210.
  • the mounting portion 214 may be further recessed in the mounting space 211, and the first connection portion 220 may be mounted therein.
  • the mounting portion 214 may extend in a direction opposite to the opening of the case 210, and its end may be bent to support the end of the first connection portion 220. Accordingly, even if the first connection part 220 is pressed when the device 100 is mounted, the first connection part 220 can be prevented from falling off. Additionally, the mounting portion 214 may communicate with the mounting space 211, and therefore, if a problem occurs in the first connecting portion 220, the first connecting portion 220 can be separated from the mounting portion.
  • the first connection part 220 may include a first body 222 that is broken in the mounting part 214 and a first terminal 221 provided in the first body 222.
  • the first body 222 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the mounting part 214 so that it can be inserted and fixed inside the mounting part 214. Additionally, a first coupling portion 223 coupled to the open perimeter of the mounting portion 214 may be formed at an end of the first body 222. Additionally, the first body 222 may be formed in a recessed shape so that the second connection portion 130 can be inserted.
  • the first terminal 221 is formed in the recessed center of the first body 222 and may protrude in the insertion direction of the second connection part 130. Additionally, they may be electrically connected to each other by contacting the second terminal 131 of the second connection portion 130.
  • the first terminal 221 and the second terminal 131 may have a male and female structure and be connected to each other.
  • the first terminal 221 and the second terminal 131 may be formed as a standardized USB terminal structure.
  • the first terminal 221 and the second terminal 131 may have other standardized terminal structures that can be electrically connected to each other.
  • a guide portion 212 may be formed on the receiving member 200 to guide mounting of the device 100.
  • the guide portion 212 may be formed on one side of the case 210 that is the same as the side on which the mounting portion 214 is formed. That is, the guide portion 212 may be formed in the case 210, and the guide portion 212 may be formed on both sides of the mounting portion 214.
  • the guide portion 212 may be formed in a groove shape into which the guide protrusion 122 protruding from the device 100 is inserted.
  • the guide portion 212 may be formed in a size and shape corresponding to the guide protrusion 122. Accordingly, when the device 100 is mounted on the receiving member 200, the guide protrusion 122 may be inserted into the guide portion 212.
  • the mounting position of the device 100 can be guided, and the first connection part 220 and the second connection part 130 are naturally coupled. can do.
  • the device 100 when the device 100 is mounted so that the guide protrusion 122 is inserted into the guide portion 212, the first connection portion 220 and the second connection portion 130 are connected to each other and the device 100 ) can be in an operational state. At this time, the guide protrusion 122 and the guide portion 212 may be locked or press-fitted with each other, and the device 100 may be maintained mounted on the receiving member 200.
  • the device 100 may include a main body 120 accommodated in the mounting space 211 and a device cover 110 that shields the mounting space 211.
  • the main body 120 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the mounting space 211 of the receiving member 200. Additionally, a main body fitting portion 123 may be formed on one side of the peripheral surface of the main body 120. The body fitting portion 123 may be formed in a shape corresponding to a position facing the case fitting portion 213. Therefore, in the process of inserting the main body 120 into the mounting space 211, the device 100 can be mounted with the mounting position aligned.
  • An accommodating space 121 in which a module 140 for operating the device 100 is provided may be formed inside the main body 120.
  • the module 140 may be a camera module.
  • the module 140 may include a substrate and may be placed inside the main body 120. Additionally, the module 140 may be electrically connected to the second connection part.
  • the second connection part 130 may protrude from the main body 120 and may be formed at a position facing the first connection part 220.
  • the second connection part 130 may include a second terminal 131.
  • the second terminal 131 may be formed to accommodate the first terminal 221, and when the first connection part 220 and the second connection part 130 are combined, the first terminal 221 and the second connection part 130 may be connected to each other.
  • the two terminals 131 may be electrically connected by contacting each other. That is, power for operation of the device 100 can be supplied through connection of the first terminal 221 and the second terminal 131.
  • the first terminal 221 and the second terminal 131 can be connected to enable signal transmission between the device 100 and the control unit 14. Accordingly, the device 100 can perform a set operation and transmit information generated by the operation to the control unit 14.
  • a guide protrusion 122 may be formed on the main body 120.
  • the guide protrusion 122 may be formed on the same surface as the second connection portion 130. Additionally, the guide protrusion 122 may protrude from a surface facing the guide portion 212.
  • a pair of guide protrusions 122 may protrude from both sides of the second connection portion 130.
  • the guide protrusion 122 may protrude in the same protrusion direction as the second connection portion 130.
  • the protrusion height H2 of the guide protrusion 122 may be formed to be higher than the protrusion height H1 of the second connection portion 130. That is, the protruding end of the guide protrusion 122 may protrude further than the protruding end of the second connection part 130. Accordingly, even if the device 100 falls or collides with other components, it can be protected by the guide protrusion 122 and prevents contact with the second connection part 130 so that the second connection part 130 It can prevent damage.
  • the device 100 may further include a device cover 110.
  • the device cover 110 may form one side of the main body 120 and may shield the opening of the receiving member 200.
  • the device cover 110 may extend outward along the circumference of the main body 120 and may shield the opening of the mounting space 211. Accordingly, when the device 100 is mounted on the receiving member 200, the device cover 110 is exposed to the storage space, forming an exposed appearance of the device 100.
  • the module 140 may be exposed through the device cover 110.
  • the device 100 is a camera device
  • a part of the camera device is exposed through the device cover 110 and can be used to photograph food inside the storage space.
  • Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view taken along line VII-VII' of Figure 2.
  • Figure 8 is an exploded perspective view of the device.
  • the receiving member 200 is mounted on the inner case 102, and the mounting space 211 inside the receiving member 200 is a space more recessed than the outer surface of the inner case 102. can be provided.
  • the insulating member 104 may be mounted in a molded state, unlike the insulating member 103, and may be formed in the shape of a plate or sheet covering the receiving member 200.
  • the insulation member 104 may be made of a material with better insulation performance than the insulation material 103. That is, the insulation member 104 may be formed of a material having a greater insulation coefficient than the insulation material 103. As an example, the insulation member 104 may be formed of a vacuum insulation material.
  • the device 100 may include the main body 120 and the device cover 110.
  • the main body 120 may be formed so that its lower surface is open, and the module 140 may be accommodated therein. Additionally, an opening 123 through which the first connection portion 220 protrudes may be formed on the upper surface of the main body 120. Additionally, the guide protrusions 122 may be formed on both sides of the opening 123.
  • the device cover 110 may include a plate portion 111 that shields the open lower surface of the main body 120 and an edge portion 112 around the plate portion 111. Accordingly, the device cover 110 may be formed in a shape with an open top surface. Additionally, the lower end of the cover body 120 may be mounted so as to contact the edge portion 112.
  • the module 140 may be fixedly mounted inside the device cover 110.
  • the module 140 may be mounted on the device cover 110 using a screw 115. Therefore, in order to service the module, the device cover 110 can be removed to access the module 140.
  • bosses 113 and 114 to which the screw 115 is fastened may be further formed on the device cover 110.
  • the boss 113 may be formed in plural numbers.
  • the screw 115 passing through the boss 113 may be fastened to the inside of the main body 120. Accordingly, the device cover 110 and the main body 120 can remain firmly coupled by the screws 115.
  • the space between the device cover 110 and the main body 120 may be sealed to prevent water or moisture from penetrating.
  • Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view taken along line IX-IX' of Figure 3.
  • Figure 10 is a perspective view of a cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • the cover 190 is mounted on the accommodating member 200 to shield the mounting space of the accommodating member 200.
  • exposure of the recessed space of the receiving member 200 can be prevented, and a portion of the inner surface of the storage space can be formed by the cover 190.
  • the installation of the cover 190 can prevent exposure of the second connection part 130 inside the mounting space 211, thereby preventing damage to the second connection part 130 and safety accidents. there is.
  • the cover 190 may include a plate-shaped cover plate 191 and a cover edge 192 bent along a circumference of the cover plate 191.
  • the cover plate 191 shields the mounting space 211, and the cover edge 192 is formed around the inner perimeter of the mounting space 211. You can access it.
  • cover fixing parts 193 may be formed inside the cover 190.
  • the cover fixing portion 193 may extend upward from the cover plate 191 or the cover edge 192, and may be locked to the inner surface of the mounting case 210 when the cover 190 is mounted. can be formed.
  • the cover fixing portions 193 are formed on both sides at positions facing each other, so that both sides of the cover 190 can be coupled to the receiving member 200.
  • the cover fixing part 193 may be formed to have elasticity, and therefore, when the cover 190 is mounted or removed, the cover fixing part 193 can be elastically deformed and coupled to the mounting case 210. there is.
  • the insulating member 104 is disposed on the outer surface of the accommodating member 200 so that the insulating performance can be maintained even when the mounting space 211 of the accommodating member 200 is empty.
  • Figure 11 is a block diagram schematically showing the connection status of the main components of the refrigerator.
  • Figure 12 is a flow chart sequentially showing the operation of the refrigerator according to the installation of the device.
  • the driving unit 16 which consists of cooling components such as the compressor of the refrigerator 1, is driven, and the refrigerator 1 can start operating.
  • the control unit 14 controls the operation of the drive unit 16 according to the operation input from the operation unit 17.
  • the control unit 14 controls the operation of the drive unit 16 so that the temperature of the storage space detected by the temperature sensor 18 is maintained at the set temperature, and such normal operation can be referred to as normal operation. there is.
  • the user can install the device 100 on the refrigerator 1 as needed.
  • the position at which the device 100 is mounted may be a set position among a plurality of receiving members 200, such as the first receiving member 200 and the second receiving member 200, and the user may use the device 100
  • the device 100 can be mounted in a location suitable for operation.
  • the user In order to mount the device 100, the user separates the cover 190 from the receiving member 200 to expose the second connection part 130, and enters the mounting space where the second connection part 130 is exposed.
  • the device 100 is mounted at 211.
  • the control unit 14 can recognize the device 100.
  • the device 100 As soon as the device 100 is mounted on the receiving member 200, power is supplied to the device 100, and the device 100 and the control unit 14 are connected in a communicable state and the device ( 100) information can be recognized.
  • a program for driving the device 100 may be stored in the control unit 14. Also, if the refrigerator 1 is equipped with a communication unit 19 and has a structure capable of communicating with the outside, a program for driving the device 100 can be received and installed from a remote location. Additionally, when the device 100 is released through periodic communication with a remote location, the program for operating the device 100 may be updated in the control unit 14 regardless of whether the device 100 is mounted or not. there is. Of course, a driving program may be built into the device 100 and the driving program may be installed in the control unit 14 when the device 100 is mounted. [S220]
  • control unit 14 When mounting and recognition of the device 100 are completed, the control unit 14 activates a corresponding program for operating the device 100. That is, among the programs of the various devices 100 installed in the control unit 14, information on the actually installed device 100 is recognized, and the corresponding program is activated accordingly.
  • the normal recognition state of the additional device 100 can be guided.
  • the output unit 141 or a remote user terminal may be notified that normal recognition of the device 100 has been completed and that the operation of the device 100 is in a standby state.
  • the device 100 can be operated according to a set corresponding program. This may vary depending on the type of the device 100, but if the corresponding program is normally activated, the device 100 recognizes the device 100 and performs a set operation.
  • the user can also set and operate the operation of the device 100, and with the corresponding program activated, the user can set the operation of the device 100 through operation of the operation unit 17 or the user terminal. It might be possible.
  • control unit 14 controls the drive unit 16 to continue normal operation.
  • other operations that are dependent or changed by the device 100 other than the general operation may be performed.
  • the device 100 if the device 100 is not properly mounted on the receiving member 200, or if the device 100 is not properly recognized due to another problem, The unrecognized state of the additional device 100 is provided.
  • control unit 14 may inform the user that there is a problem in mounting or recognizing the device 100 through the output unit 141 or the user terminal. At this time, the control unit 14 can analyze which part of the device 100's mounting or recognition problem occurred and inform the user of the problem, and the user can take appropriate measures to solve the problem.
  • the user may be able to mount a plurality of the devices 100, and the plurality of devices 100 are suitable for a plurality of accommodating members 200, such as the first accommodating member 201 and the second accommodating member 202. It can be mounted selectively in position.
  • recognition and activation of the device 100 may be accomplished by sequentially repeating the above-described process, and when multiple devices 100 are mounted at the same time, the multiple devices 100 may be recognized simultaneously.
  • the device may be placed on the door side of the storage space instead of the cabinet.
  • the device may be mounted in a combination of the mounting positions of the above-described embodiments as well as the mounting positions of other embodiments that will be described below.
  • the device according to another embodiment of the present invention will be looked at with reference to the drawings.
  • the basic structure of the device and the accommodating member is the same, and the only difference is the arrangement position of the device and the accommodating member, so the detailed description and illustration of the same components will be omitted and will be described using the same reference numerals.
  • Figure 13 is a partial perspective view showing the device in an installed state according to another embodiment of the present invention.
  • the refrigerator 1 may be provided with a plurality of doors 20 for opening and closing the storage space of the cabinet 10. Additionally, the refrigerating compartment door 21 that opens and closes the refrigerating compartment 12 may include the main door 40 and the sub door 30.
  • a transparent portion 31 may be formed on the sub door 30 to see through the opening 41 of the main door 40.
  • the rear of the sub door 30 may be formed by the door liner 33.
  • a device 100' may be provided on one side of the door liner 33 corresponding to the inside of the opening 41.
  • the device 100' may be a camera device, and food stored in the opening 41 or a space connected to the opening 41 can be photographed and analyzed by the device 100'. .
  • the door liner 33 may be provided with a receiving member 200', and the device 100' may be detachably mounted on the receiving member 200'. Additionally, a plurality of the receiving members 200' may be provided on the door liner 33. Accordingly, the device 100' can be installed by the user according to the user's needs.
  • the receiving member ( 200') when the device 100' is mounted on the receiving member 200', the receiving member ( 200') may be shielded, and the module 140' may be exposed through the device cover 33 to capture the inside of the opening 41.
  • the cover 190' is mounted on the receiving member 200' instead of the device 100'. It can be.
  • the cover 190' shields the receiving member 200' to prevent the mounting space 211 from being exposed, and the cover 190' forms a part of the rear exterior of the sub door 30.
  • the device 100' may be mounted on the rear of the sub door 30, and although not shown in detail, it may be placed on the rear of the doors 20 and 40 in the same manner.
  • Figure 14 is a partial perspective view showing the device in an installed state according to another embodiment of the present invention.
  • the refrigerator according to another embodiment of the present invention may be equipped with a plurality of doors for opening and closing the storage space of the cabinet. Additionally, the door may include the refrigerating compartment door and the freezer compartment door.
  • the refrigerating compartment door 21 may be composed of a pair of French type doors arranged side by side. Additionally, the pair of refrigerating compartment doors 21 may be rotated to partially or completely open and close the refrigerating compartment 12.
  • a filler 203 may be provided at the end of one of the pair of refrigerator compartment doors 21 .
  • the filler 203 shields the space between the pair of refrigerating compartment doors 21, can extend vertically along the ends of the refrigerating compartment doors 21, and can be rotatably mounted.
  • the filler 203 may be rotatably mounted on one end of the refrigerating compartment door 21, that is, on the end adjacent to the other refrigerating compartment door 22.
  • the filler 203 may be mounted on the door liner 202 that forms the rear of the refrigerating compartment door 21.
  • the refrigerating compartment door 21 when open, it maintains a folded state at the side end of the refrigerating compartment door 21, and when the refrigerating compartment door 21 is closed, it rotates and unfolds to form a pair of the refrigerating compartment doors 21. The space between is shielded.
  • a device 100'' may be provided on one side of the pillar 203.
  • the device 100'' may be a camera device, and food stored inside the refrigerating compartment 12 can be photographed and analyzed by the device 100''.
  • the pillar 203 may be provided with a receiving member 200'', and the device 100'' may be detachably mounted on the receiving member 200''.
  • a plurality of the receiving members 200'' may be provided in the pillar 203. Accordingly, the device 100'' can be installed by the user according to the user's needs.
  • the device 100'' when the device 100'' is mounted on the receiving member 200'', the device 100'' is attached to the device cover 110'' of the device 100''.
  • the receiving member 200'' can be shielded, and the module 140'' is exposed through the device cover 110'', allowing the interior of the refrigerating compartment 12 to be photographed.
  • the cover 190' is installed on the receiving member 200'' instead of the device 100''. ') can be installed.
  • the cover 190'' shields the receiving member 200'' to prevent the mounting space 211 from being exposed, and the cover 190'' forms a part of the rear exterior of the pillar 203. do.
  • the device 100'' may be mounted on the filler 203 provided on the refrigerating compartment door 21, and although not shown in detail, the filler 203 on which the device 100'' is mounted ) may be provided on the freezer door 22.
  • the refrigerator according to the embodiment of the present invention has high industrial applicability because it is possible to provide products that suit the user's taste by installing additional devices inside the refrigerator.

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Selon un mode de réalisation, la présente invention concerne un réfrigérateur comprenant : une armoire formant un espace de stockage ; une porte destinée à ouvrir/fermer l'espace de stockage ; un élément de réception disposé dans l'espace de stockage ; et un dispositif monté détachable sur l'élément de réception et destiné à effectuer des fonctions supplémentaires en état connecté. L'élément de réception comprend une première partie de connexion connectée à une unité de commande permettant de commander le dispositif ; le dispositif comprend une seconde partie de connexion ; et lorsque le dispositif est monté, la première partie de connexion et la seconde partie de connexion sont connectées l'une à l'autre de sorte à pouvoir alimenter en énergie le dispositif et à pouvoir délivrer des signaux à partir de l'unité de commande ou vers cette dernière.
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