WO2017178884A1 - Système de toilettes antibactérien, autonettoyant, de préservation d'eau et de réduction d'odeur - Google Patents

Système de toilettes antibactérien, autonettoyant, de préservation d'eau et de réduction d'odeur Download PDF

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WO2017178884A1
WO2017178884A1 PCT/IB2017/000479 IB2017000479W WO2017178884A1 WO 2017178884 A1 WO2017178884 A1 WO 2017178884A1 IB 2017000479 W IB2017000479 W IB 2017000479W WO 2017178884 A1 WO2017178884 A1 WO 2017178884A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR, e.g. TOILET ACCESSORIES
    • A47K13/00—Seats or covers for all kinds of closets
    • A47K13/24—Parts or details not covered in, or of interest apart from, groups A47K13/02 - A47K13/22
    • A47K13/30—Seats having provisions for heating, deodorising or the like, e.g. ventilating, noise-damping or cleaning devices
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR, e.g. TOILET ACCESSORIES
    • A47K13/00—Seats or covers for all kinds of closets
    • A47K13/24—Parts or details not covered in, or of interest apart from, groups A47K13/02 - A47K13/22
    • A47K13/30—Seats having provisions for heating, deodorising or the like, e.g. ventilating, noise-damping or cleaning devices
    • A47K13/302—Seats with cleaning devices
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03D—WATER-CLOSETS OR URINALS WITH FLUSHING DEVICES; FLUSHING VALVES THEREFOR
    • E03D5/00—Special constructions of flushing devices, e.g. closed flushing system
    • E03D5/02—Special constructions of flushing devices, e.g. closed flushing system operated mechanically or hydraulically (or pneumatically) also details such as push buttons, levers and pull-card therefor
    • E03D5/04—Special constructions of flushing devices, e.g. closed flushing system operated mechanically or hydraulically (or pneumatically) also details such as push buttons, levers and pull-card therefor directly by the seat or cover combined with devices for opening and closing shutters in the bowl outlet and/or with devices for raising and lowering seat or cover; Raising or lowering seat and/or cover by flushing or by the flushing mechanism
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03D—WATER-CLOSETS OR URINALS WITH FLUSHING DEVICES; FLUSHING VALVES THEREFOR
    • E03D9/00—Sanitary or other accessories for lavatories ; Devices for cleaning or disinfecting the toilet room or the toilet bowl; Devices for eliminating smells
    • E03D9/005—Devices adding disinfecting or deodorising agents to the bowl

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  • TITLE ANTI-BACTERIAL, SELF-CLEANING, WATER CONSERVING, ODOR
  • the invention relates generally to an a ti -bacterial, self-cleaning, water conserving, odor reducing toilet system.
  • the invention advantageously fills the aforementioned deficiencies by providing an anti -bacterial, self-cleaning, water conserving, odor reducing toilet system, which provides a toilet seat and lid that cleans the toilet and controls the flushing mechanism without an outside power source.
  • the invention is a water saving product that keeps the toilet and bathroom clean, reduces odors, and increases hygiene.
  • the toilet seat and lid system includes a first mechanism wherein closing the lid activates a dual flush mechanism which has a default of a half flush that reduces water consumption by up to 70 percent.
  • the second mechanism is a nozzle system on the underside of the seat. The nozzles spritz the bowl with clean water when the lid is both raised and lowered.
  • the device of the present invention can be developed as an after-market product or integrated into a new toilet.
  • the apparatus utilizes a combination of cams, trigger points, trips, valves, springs, water pressure, and a switch-box to control the flushing and spraying functions.
  • the invention relies on leverage and does not require an external power source.
  • the apparatus's nozzles on the underside of the seat spritz all of the vertical surfaces within the interior of the toilet bowl.
  • the spray is atomized/ionized and directed away from the user and activated by lifting up and opening the lid to wet the bowl and pushing down and closing the lid to again wet the bowl to re-rinse and prevent fecal matter from sticking to the bowl interior sides.
  • This pre-wetting and re-rinsing mechanism eliminates the need to double and triple flush.
  • the uniquely designed curve on the lip of the underside of the toilet seat hides the nozzles from plain view.
  • the lid of the present invention generally includes a flange surrounding an inner portion of the seat and forming a gasket between the seat and the lid to prevent overspray from contacting the upper seat portion of the device. Additionally, the lid may be adapted with a transparent region to allow for viewing of the toilet bowl interior without having to lift the lid.
  • the apparatus fulfills the need for water conservation, keeping the toilet clean, eliminating toilet plume and resulting bacteria, and reducing odors. [0010] Among other things, it is an advantage of the invention to provide a self-cleaning, water conserving toilet system that does not suffer from any of the problems or
  • biodegradable pods to deodorize and provide an enhanced wetting agent.
  • the deodorizing pods are color coded to indicate their fragrance and are concealed within a compartment in the back of the seat of the present invention.
  • the compartment further houses the switch-box that controls all the various functions of the system.
  • Figure 1 shows the back of the invention.
  • Figure 2 shows the bottom of the invention.
  • Figure 3 shows the front of the invention.
  • Figure 4 shows an isolated view of the invention .
  • Figure 5 shows an isolated view of the invention with the lid open.
  • Figure 6 shows a side view of the invention.
  • Figure 7 shows the side of the invention in a cutaway view.
  • Figure 8 shows the top of the invention.
  • references in the specification to "one embodiment” indicate that the embodiment described may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but every embodiment may not necessarily include the particular feature, staicture, or characteristic. Moreover, such phrases are not necessarily referring to the same embodiment. Further, when a particular feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with an embodiment, it is submitted that it is within the knowledge of one skilled in the art to affect such feature, structure, or characteristic in connection with other embodiments whether or not explicitly described.
  • the terms “include,” “for example,” “such as,” and the like are used illustratively and are not intended to limit the present invention.
  • the terms “preferred” and “preferably” refer to embodiments of the invention that may afford certain benefits, under certain circumstances. However, other embodiments may also be preferred, under the same or other circumstances.
  • the term "coupled” means the joining of two members directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be stationary in nature or movable in nature and/or such joining may allow for the flow of fluids, electricity, electrical signals, or other types of signals or communication between two members. Such joining may be achieved with the two members or the two members and any additional intermediate members being integrally formed as a single unitary body with one another or with the two members or the two members and any additional intermediate members being attached to one another. Such joining may be permanent in nature or alternatively may be removable or releasable in nature.
  • the invention is directed to be a self-cleaning and water conserving toilet system.
  • the invention is a toilet lid and toilet seat system affixed to or integrated into a toilet.
  • the lid controls both the flushing of the toilet and activates an atomized/ionized spraying feature into the bowl.
  • the seat is designed to include the spray feature on an underside.
  • the functions are controlled by a switch-box and can only be activated by moving the lid up or down.
  • a deodorizing pod can be inserted to provide a fragrance for the bathroom.
  • the invention will operate with or without the deodorizing pods.
  • the pods provide a fragrance and enhanced wetting qualities.
  • Figs. 1-9 show the anti -bacterial, self-cleaning, and water conserving toilet of the present invention and generally referred to as device 10.
  • the device 10 is designed to provide an alternate solution to a traditional toilet flushing system by using a lid 101 and a seat 102 for flushing and rinsing a toilet bowl the device 10 is installed upon or integrated within.
  • the lid 101 of the device 10 is positioned above the seat 102 and hingedly connected to a switch box 100 containing the inner plumbing workings of the device 10 and movable between a closed position and an open position.
  • the lid 101 is generally designed to encircle the seat 102 and close the bowl portion of the toilet in the closed position.
  • the lid 101 including a transparent portion 110 allowing a user of the device 10 to see if the toilet has been properly flushed without the need to open the lid 101.
  • the lid 101 additionally includes a lid flange 1 1 1 positioned on a lower side of the lid 101 and positioned for placement inside an inner circumference of the seat 102 adapted to form a gasketing member between the bowl and the seat 102.
  • the seat 102 includes a seat flange 120 located at an underside and around a perimeter of the seat 102 and positioned for placement around an inner rim of the toilet.
  • the seat flange 120 including a plurality of nozzles 121 positioned to direct an
  • atomized/ionized spray to the inner side of the toilet howl.
  • the nozzles 121 coupled to the plumbing of the switchbox 100 to direct an atomized/ionized spritz of water from the switch box 100 and out through the nozzles 121 upon opening and closing of the lid 101. Accordingly, this atomized/ionized spray upon the lid 101 opening and closing rinses the interior bowl sides allowing for a cleaner and more complete flush as the wetting of the interior bowl surface reduces friction.
  • the plurality of nozzles 120 are spaced around the perimeter of the fl ange 120 at the underside of the seat 102,
  • the flange 120 is generally curved, wherein the nozzles 120 are not visible from the seat 102 top side and are directed outward from the toilet opening and towards the interior of the bowl.
  • the switch box 100 includes a lid 103 at a top side allowing a user partial access to an interior of the switch box 100 to allow a user to place a deodorizing pod 130 (Fig. 7; FIG. 9) within a cavity in the switch box 100 interior.
  • the deodorizing pod 130 is in aquatic communication with water within the switch box 100, wherein material from the deodorizing pod 130 is dispersed into the toilet bowl water during use.
  • the switch box 100 includes the plumbing features of the device 10 where generally the device is in a fluid coupled communication with water within a tank (cistern) of the toilet. Accordingly, the switch box 100 will receive water into its interior though an inlet port 104 coupled to the tap and distribute water into the tank (cistern) through an outlet port 105. [0041] The internal components of the switch box 100 are generally hidden from view during use and coupled to seat 02 and lid 101.
  • the switch box 100 includes the deodorizing pod 130, flush trigger mechanism 110, and spritz connector 122.
  • the flush trigger mechanism 110 shape allows for the various flush mechanisms of the device 10, wherein a movement of the lid 101 contacts the trigger mechanism 110 in coupled communication with the switch box 100 to provide an atomized/ionized spritz through the nozzles 121 to the interior of the bowl upon an opening and closing of the lid 101 , Upon closing of the lid 101, a contact with the trigger mechanism 1 0 in communication with the switch box 100 provides a half flush of the contents of the toilet. To fully flush the toilet, the lid 101 is pressed downward when in the closed position,

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L'invention concerne un système de toilettes antibactérien, autonettoyant, de préservation d'eau et de réduction d'odeur. Le système de toilettes fonctionne généralement par l'intermédiaire d'une communication fluidique avec une fermeture et une ouverture d'un couvercle placé sur un siège de toilettes. Le siège de toilettes comprend une pluralité de buses pour diriger un fluide vers une surface interne de la cuvette de toilettes, et un mouvement du couvercle dirigeant le fluide hors des buses.
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US20220408988A1 (en) * 2021-06-28 2022-12-29 Kohler Co. Sealed toilet seat and lid
IT202400006844A1 (it) * 2024-03-27 2025-09-27 Francesco STAGNI Dispositivo di copertura per water

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WO2014209243A1 (fr) * 2013-03-21 2014-12-31 Yapim Elektrik Sanayi Ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi Couvercle de siège de toilette à vapeur
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EP2071087A2 (fr) * 2007-12-12 2009-06-17 Eberhard John Toilettes autonettoyantes
WO2014209243A1 (fr) * 2013-03-21 2014-12-31 Yapim Elektrik Sanayi Ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi Couvercle de siège de toilette à vapeur
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US20220408988A1 (en) * 2021-06-28 2022-12-29 Kohler Co. Sealed toilet seat and lid
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