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Hydrophilic structures for condensation management in appliances

Patent ·
OSTI ID:1237085
An appliance that includes a cabinet having an exterior surface; a refrigeration compartment located within the cabinet; and a hydrophilic structure disposed on the exterior surface. The hydrophilic structure is configured to spread condensation. The appliance further includes a wicking structure located in proximity to the hydrophilic structure, and the wicking structure is configured to receive the condensation.
Research Organization:
Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
EE0003910
Assignee:
Whirlpool Corporation
Patent Number(s):
9,250,007
Application Number:
14/493,399
OSTI ID:
1237085
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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