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Washing machine

US12404624B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 6, 2023
Grant dateSep 2, 2025
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Expiry dateOct 6, 2043

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2900/312
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Disclosed is a washing machine having a cabinet forming an outer appearance and having an inlet port formed at the front, a tub provided inside the cabinet for storing wash water, a drum provided inside the tub to be rotatable, and a door installed in the cabinet for opening and closing the inlet port. The door is provided with an auxiliary door which can be freely opened and closed during the washing process independently of the door, so that laundry can be added even during the washing process.

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