公开(公告)号：US07555815B2

公开(公告)日：2009-07-07

申请号：US11130720

申请日：2005-05-17

Applicant: Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Joseph L. Coleman ,  Mural E. West ,  Randy Howell

Inventor： Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Joseph L. Coleman ,  Mural E. West ,  Randy Howell

IPC: E05F1/02 ,  E05D7/00 ,  E05D15/00 ,  A47B96/04

CPC classification number: E05D3/022 ,  E05D3/12 ,  E05Y2900/31 ,  F25D2323/024 ,  Y10T16/52 ,  Y10T16/539 ,  Y10T16/5398

Abstract: A door hinge arrangement for a door is provided including a hinge bearing and a hinge pin adapted to be received in the hinge bearing and being rotatable in the hinge bearing about a vertical axis of the hinge pin. The hinge pin has a protruding cam portion extending perpendicular to the axis and the hinge bearing has a recess formed in a side wall to receive a length of the cam portion when the hinge pin is in a first angular orientation relative to the hinge bearing corresponding to a closed position. When the hinge pin is rotated relative to the hinge bearing to a second angular orientation, the cam acts against the recess to translate the axis of the pin from a first axial position to a second axial position, such that the hinge pin will first be translated laterally as the hinge pin is rotated, and then the hinge pin will be rotated about the second axial position.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于门的门铰链装置，其包括铰链轴承和铰链销，铰链销适于被容纳在铰链轴承中并且可围绕铰链销的垂直轴线在铰链轴承中旋转。 铰链销具有垂直于轴线延伸的突出凸轮部分，并且铰链轴承具有形成在侧壁中的凹部，以在铰链销相对于对应于铰链轴承的铰链轴承处于第一角度取向时接纳一定长度的凸轮部分 关闭位置 当铰链销相对于铰链轴承旋转到第二角度定向时，凸轮作用在凹部上，以将销的轴线从第一轴向位置平移到第二轴向位置，使得铰链销将首先被翻转 当铰链销旋转时，铰链销将围绕第二轴向位置旋转。

公开(公告)号：US4665708A

公开(公告)日：1987-05-19

申请号：US914195

申请日：1986-10-01

Applicant: Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Stephen W. Paddock

Inventor： Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Stephen W. Paddock

IPC: F25C1/04 ,  H05K13/00

CPC classification number: F25C1/04

Abstract: An ice maker assembly and method of assembling the same wherein the electrical connections between electrical structure carried by the mold and an intermediate support, and contacts carried by a control means also mounted to the support are made solely as an incident of the assembly of the mold, support and control means. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly is effected along a single axle. Illustratively, the electrical components so connected include a heater carried by the mold, a thermostat carried by the support for thermal transfer association with the mold in the assembled arrangment of the structure, and a grounding pin carried by the mold. The support is provided with suitable openings for passing the electrical connection components therethrough to have automatic electrical connection with complementary contact elements carried by the control means. The assembled support and control mechanism may be removed as a unit from the mold to provide access to the mold heater and thermostat for facilitated replacement.

Abstract translation: 一种制冰机组件及其组装方法，其中由模具承载的电气结构与中间支撑件之间的电连接以及也安装到支撑件的控制装置承载的触点仅作为模具的组件的入射 ，支持和控制手段。 在所示实施例中，组件沿着单个轴进行。 示例性地，如此连接的电气部件包括由模具承载的加热器，由该结构的组装布置中的由与模具热传递相关联的支撑件承载的恒温器和由模具承载的接地销。 支撑件设置有用于使电连接部件通过其中的合适的开口以与由控制装置承载的互补接触元件自动电连接。 组装的支撑和控制机构可以作为一个单元从模具移除以提供对模具加热器和恒温器的访问以便于更换。

公开(公告)号：US4649718A

公开(公告)日：1987-03-17

申请号：US809947

申请日：1985-12-17

Applicant: William J. Linstromberg ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Robert H. O. Kraemer

Inventor： William J. Linstromberg ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Robert H. O. Kraemer

IPC: F25C1/04

CPC classification number: F25C1/04

Abstract: In an ice maker having a mold defining at least one upwardly opening ice body forming cavity and a peripheral wall defining a top, structure for providing at least approximately 3 mm. clearance between components mounted to the mold and the mold wall top for preventing water which may be deposited on the mold wall top from being drawing by capillarity downwardly between the wall and mounted component. The structure further defines a drain for draining any liquid which may be deposited in the clearance space. The invention comprehends the provision of such a clearance spacing illustratively between the housing of a control mounted to the ice maker mold, the ice stripper mounted to the ice maker mold, and the water supply trough mounted to the ice maker mold.

Abstract translation: 在具有限定至少一个向上开口的冰体形成空腔的模具和限定顶部的周壁的制冰机中，用于提供至少约3mm的结构。 安装到模具的组件与模具壁顶之间的间隙，用于防止可能沉积在模具壁顶部上的水在壁和安装部件之间向下拉伸。 该结构进一步限定用于排出可以沉积在间隙空间中的任何液体的排水口。 本发明包括提供这样的间隙间距，其示例性地在安装到制冰模具的控制器的壳体，安装到制冰机模具的卸冰器和安装到制冰机模具的供水槽之间。

公开(公告)号：US4330310A

公开(公告)日：1982-05-18

申请号：US180491

申请日：1980-08-22

Applicant: Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  John T. Woods ,  Joseph G. Schapker

Inventor： Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  John T. Woods ,  Joseph G. Schapker

IPC: F25D21/04 ,  F25D23/06 ,  F25D23/08 ,  F25D21/06 ,  A47B81/00

CPC classification number: F25D23/069 ,  F25D21/04 ,  F25D23/082 ,  F25D23/085 ,  F25D2400/06 ,  Y10T403/72

Abstract: A refrigeration apparatus having a cabinet including a divider mullion wall is provided with a mullion rail assembly mounted to the front outer edge of the mullion wall. The mullion rail assembly includes an insulating elongated member carrying a magnetically attractable strip for cooperation with the magnetic door gasket. The strip is spaced inwardly from the outer edges of the insulating elongated member so as to be thermally insulated from the refrigerated compartment of the apparatus. The strip may be secured at one end to the cabinet and the insulating elongated member may be secured at one end to another portion of the cabinet to permit relative displacement between the strip and elongated member for facilitated installation.

Abstract translation: 具有包括分隔器竖框壁的机壳的制冷装置设置有安装在竖框壁的前外缘的竖框导轨组件。 竖框轨道组件包括承载磁性吸引带材的绝缘细长构件，用于与磁性门垫圈配合。 带材与绝缘细长构件的外边缘向内隔开，以便与设备的冷藏室隔热。 带可以在一端固定到机柜，并且绝缘细长构件可以在一端固定到机柜的另一部分，以允许条和细长构件之间的相对位移以便于安装。

公开(公告)号：US08186781B2

公开(公告)日：2012-05-29

申请号：US12437033

申请日：2009-05-07

Applicant: Joseph Lee Coleman ,  Alan S. Lucas ,  Harish Kulkarni ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Bozhi Yang

Inventor： Joseph Lee Coleman ,  Alan S. Lucas ,  Harish Kulkarni ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Bozhi Yang

IPC: A47B96/04

CPC classification number: F25D23/028 ,  E05D3/022 ,  E05Y2201/618 ,  E05Y2201/716 ,  E05Y2201/72 ,  E05Y2800/21 ,  E05Y2800/244 ,  E05Y2900/31 ,  F25D2323/024 ,  Y10T16/541 ,  Y10T16/545 ,  Y10T16/558 ,  Y10T74/19879

Abstract: A hinge for controlling the movement of a door on a refrigerator is disclosed, the hinge allowing the refrigerator to be installed flush to adjacent cabinets. The door translates and rotates in order to allow access to the refrigerator cabinet interior without contacting the adjacent cabinets.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于控制冰箱上的门的移动的铰链，该铰链允许冰箱与相邻的机柜齐平地安装。 门翻转和旋转，以便允许进入冰箱柜内部，而不接触相邻的机柜。

公开(公告)号：US20090064702A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-12

申请号：US12193377

申请日：2008-08-18

Applicant: Lori Ann Cook ,  Ronald Wayne Guess ,  Douglas David Leclear ,  Frank Weston Maglinger ,  Patrick S. Streeter ,  Ralph Tate, JR. ,  Andrew Michael Tenbarge

Inventor： Lori Ann Cook ,  Ronald Wayne Guess ,  Douglas David Leclear ,  Frank Weston Maglinger ,  Patrick S. Streeter ,  Ralph Tate, JR. ,  Andrew Michael Tenbarge

IPC: F25D15/00 ,  A47B96/00

CPC classification number: F25D23/12 ,  Y10S439/929

Abstract: A plug-in power supply for a refrigerator used to charge portable electronic devices includes an auxiliary power supply mounted in an auxiliary power supply compartment, and a removable module, having an electrical connector, mounted in an electrical connector cup. A portable electronic device is charged by placing the device in the connector cup and coupling the device to the electrical connector. Power is then supplied from the auxiliary power supply to the portable electronic device.

Abstract translation: 用于为便携式电子设备充电的冰箱的插入式电源包括安装在辅助电源室中的辅助电源和安装在电连接器杯中的具有电连接器的可移除模块。 通过将设备放置在连接器杯中并将设备耦合到电连接器来对便携式电子设备进行充电。 然后，电源从辅助电源提供给便携式电子设备。

公开(公告)号：US07191827B2

公开(公告)日：2007-03-20

申请号：US10744556

申请日：2003-12-23

Applicant: Brent A. Junge ,  Allan R. Steinkuhl ,  John R. Wisnoski ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Marco Stura

Inventor： Brent A. Junge ,  Allan R. Steinkuhl ,  John R. Wisnoski ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Marco Stura

IPC: F25B29/00

CPC classification number: F25D29/00 ,  F25D23/061 ,  F25D2400/34 ,  F25D2700/14 ,  G05D23/1931

Abstract: A refrigerator adapted for use in low ambient temperature conditions such as in an unheated garage or outdoors on a deck or patio. The refrigerator is provided with a low ambient heater to add heat to the refrigerated space when ambient temperatures outside the refrigerator are low enough that items stored in the refrigerator could freeze. The low ambient heater is controlled by an ambient thermostat located to sense temperatures outside the refrigerator. The low ambient heater and ambient thermostat are connected in the refrigerator control so that the ambient heater can not be energized when the cooling system is operating.

Abstract translation: 一种适用于低环境温度条件的冰箱，例如在不加热的车库或甲板或露台上的室外。 当冰箱外的环境温度足够低以致储存在冰箱中的物品可能会冻结时，冰箱中设置有低温环境加热器，以向冷藏空间加热。 低环境加热器由位于感应冰箱外的温度的环境恒温器控制。 低温环境加热器和环境恒温器连接在冰箱控制中，以便在冷却系统运行时环境加热器不能通电。

公开(公告)号：US4550576A

公开(公告)日：1985-11-05

申请号：US651901

申请日：1984-09-19

Applicant: Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  John T. Woods

Inventor： Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  John T. Woods

IPC: F25D23/06 ,  F25D11/02

CPC classification number: F25D23/069 ,  F25D2400/40

Abstract: Sealing structure for preventing air flow across exposed metal portions of a center rail assembly in a refrigeration apparatus. The air flow preventing seals include sealing pads mounted to the side edges of a divider wall received in channels in the cabinet liner for preventing air flow through a front end of the channel. A second air flow preventing seal is provided in the form of a rope extending about each of the opposite ends of a center rail bracket received in inwardly opening roll-formed flange channels defined by the metal outer shell. The third air flow preventing seal is provided in the form of a sealing strip compressed between the front face of the center rail bracket and the rear face of an overlying cover so as to isolate hinge mounting portions at opposite ends of the center rail mounting bracket. The different seals cooperate with each other in preventing undesirable air flow from one compartment to another across metal surfaces in heat transfer association with the outer metal shell.

Abstract translation: 用于防止空气流过制冷装置中的中心导轨组件的暴露的金属部分的密封结构。 防气流密封件包括安装在分隔壁的侧边缘上的密封垫，该密封垫容纳在机壳衬套中的通道中，用于防止空气流过通道的前端。 第二气流防止密封件设置成绳索的形式，围绕容纳在由金属外壳限定的向内开口的辊形法兰通道中的中心轨道支架的每个相对端部延伸。 第三防气流密封件设置成在中心轨道支架的前表面和上覆盖的后表面之间压缩的密封条的形式，以隔离中心轨道安装支架的相对端的铰链安装部分。 不同的密封件彼此配合以防止不期望的空气从与外部金属壳体相关联的热传递的金属表面从一个隔室移动到另一个隔室。

公开(公告)号：US4404813A

公开(公告)日：1983-09-20

申请号：US255672

申请日：1981-04-20

Applicant: Stephen W. Paddock ,  Ralph Tate, Jr.

Inventor： Stephen W. Paddock ,  Ralph Tate, Jr.

IPC: F25D17/04 ,  F25D29/00 ,  F25B49/00

CPC classification number: F25D29/005 ,  F25D17/04 ,  F25D2400/06 ,  F25D2400/36

Abstract: A door mounted electronic control assembly for a refrigeration apparatus, including a housing, an electronic circuit, structure for preventing the condensation of moisture on the circuit, and structure for mounting electrical components such as a temperature sensor for exposure to air within the refrigeration apparatus. The housing defines a heat retaining space in which the electronic circuit having heat generating components is disposed. Structure is provided to prevent heat from the heat retaining space from adversely affecting the operation of a temperature sensor that is carried on a spaced portion of the housing.

Abstract translation: 一种用于制冷装置的门安装电子控制组件，包括壳体，电子电路，用于防止电路上的水分冷凝的结构，以及用于安装用于暴露于制冷装置内的空气的温度传感器等电气部件的结构。 壳体限定了具有发热部件的电子回路的保温空间。 提供结构以防止来自保温空间的热量不利地影响承载在壳体的间隔部分上的温度传感器的操作。

公开(公告)号：US07823626B2

公开(公告)日：2010-11-02

申请号：US09977775

申请日：2001-10-15

Applicant: Dianne D. Mueller ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Brent A. Junge ,  Joseph L. Coleman ,  Jan M. Watson ,  Steven R. Cawley

Inventor： Dianne D. Mueller ,  Ralph Tate, Jr. ,  Brent A. Junge ,  Joseph L. Coleman ,  Jan M. Watson ,  Steven R. Cawley

IPC: F25B29/00

CPC classification number: F25D23/12 ,  F25D19/00 ,  F25D31/005 ,  Y10S165/918

Abstract: A refrigerated oven having a cooking chamber in which is provided a heating elements and a refrigeration unit chamber in which is provided a refrigeration unit. The refrigeration unit is fluidly connected to the cooking chamber. Both the heating element and the refrigeration unit are selectively operable to either cool or heat the cooking chamber to thereby cool or heat a food item located therein. The refrigeration unit as preferably modular refrigeration unit that the slid into and out of the refrigeration unit chamber. Preferably, the refrigeration unit includes an evaporator that is thermally isolate is from a condenser. The condenser as preferably conductively coupled to a base supporting the elements of the modular refrigeration unit.

Abstract translation: 一种具有烹调室的冷藏式烘箱，其中设置有加热元件和制冷单元室，在其中设置有制冷单元。 制冷单元流体地连接到烹饪室。 加热元件和制冷单元都可选择性地操作以冷却或加热烹饪室，从而冷却或加热位于其中的食品。 制冷单元优选地是模块化制冷单元，其滑入和流出制冷单元室。 优选地，制冷单元包括与冷凝器隔热的蒸发器。 冷凝器优选地导电地耦合到支撑模块化制冷单元的元件的基座。