Domestic appliance including piezoelectric components
US9890991B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 21, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D23/028
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A domestic appliance such as a refrigerator, washing machine, and dryer is disclosed. The appliance may include a piezoelectric device. The piezoelectric device may be configured to supply electrical power to various electrically-powered elements in the appliance, such as a light source, a drive status sensor, and active balancing components.
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