Cooling apparatus and refrigerator having the same
US9080807B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2400/361
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Provided are a cooling apparatus and a refrigerator having the same. The cooling apparatus includes a case that receives a container holding a liquid and that includes an inlet and an outlet, and at least one fan that promotes movement of air into the case through the inlet, over the container holding the liquid, and out of the case through the outlet. The cooling apparatus also includes a drawer with an agitating member that agitates the container holding the liquid during cooling. The drawer is removable from the case and replaceable in the case. The cooling apparatus further includes a power generator that includes a portion fixed to the case and generates a driving force that causes the agitating member to agitate the container holding the liquid.
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