User-interface system for a laundry appliance
US11686032B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG10L2015/223
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A laundry appliance includes a cabinet. A door is coupled to the cabinet. The door is operable between a closed position and an opened position. A microphone assembly is coupled to the door. The microphone assembly is configured to receive a voice command. A microcontroller is coupled to the door. The microcontroller is operably coupled to the microphone assembly and the microcontroller. A proximity sensor is coupled to the microphone assembly. The proximity sensor defines a sensor field that extends outward from the door.
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