Appliance integrated noise attenuator with kick panel
US8371665B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 12, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L15/4209
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An integrated noise attenuator and kick panel are provided for attenuating noise emanating from an appliance such as a dishwasher, washer, dryer, or refrigerator. The kick panel includes an elongated panel member having side flaps which are biased laterally against cabinets or other structures disposed on each side of the appliance. The elongated panel member is also provided with a textured noise attenuating surface on the back thereof which, along with the side flaps, attenuates and absorbs the sound and vibration emanating from the appliance.
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