Convertible aircraft galley refrigerator/chiller with side door access
US9399516B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/40
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A refrigeration unit for an aircraft galley comprises a frame establishing a main compartment, and a side window that receives a side access compartment, where a the dividing wall separates the side compartment interior space from a main chilled compartment. A side door mounted to the side access compartment allows access to the side compartment but not the main compartment, allowing segregation of snacks and items accessible to passengers via self-serve from those that are only distributed by flight attendants.
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