WO2018022073A1 - Compartiment de douche intelligent - Google Patents

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WO2018022073A1
WO2018022073A1 PCT/US2016/044619 US2016044619W WO2018022073A1 WO 2018022073 A1 WO2018022073 A1 WO 2018022073A1 US 2016044619 W US2016044619 W US 2016044619W WO 2018022073 A1 WO2018022073 A1 WO 2018022073A1
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Ahmed Mohamed Reda ELKHATAT
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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
    • A47K10/00—Body-drying implements; Toilet paper; Holders therefor
    • A47K10/48—Drying by means of hot air
    • 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
    • A47K3/00—Baths; Showers; Appurtenances therefor
    • A47K3/28—Showers or bathing douches
    • A47K3/281—Accessories for showers or bathing douches, e.g. cleaning devices for walls or floors of showers
    • A47K3/282—Seats specially adapted for showers
    • 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
    • A47K3/00—Baths; Showers; Appurtenances therefor
    • A47K3/28—Showers or bathing douches
    • A47K3/283—Fixed showers
    • A47K3/284—Pre-fabricated shower cabinets
    • 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
    • A47K3/00—Baths; Showers; Appurtenances therefor
    • A47K3/28—Showers or bathing douches
    • A47K3/288—Independent, movable shower units operated by weight, by hand or by footpumps
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03C—DOMESTIC PLUMBING INSTALLATIONS FOR FRESH WATER OR WASTE WATER; SINKS
    • E03C1/00—Domestic plumbing installations for fresh water or waste water; Sinks
    • E03C1/02—Plumbing installations for fresh water
    • E03C1/04—Water-basin installations specially adapted to wash-basins or baths
    • E03C1/0408—Water installations especially for showers

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  • the present invention relates generally to shower systems, and more particularly to a smart shower compartment that provides a closed compartment, portable, shower assembly for the elderly and disabled persons.
  • showers include a raised wall used to contain the water within the shower interior. This wall presents an obstacle for some users as it requires the user to step over the wall to enter the bath. This can be difficult and even dangerous for those with reduced mobility from injury or impairment, as the user has to step over the shower wall one leg at a time while maintaining balance on a single foot. While this is readily accomplished by one of normal health and strength, physical impairments and age can quickly diminish one's capacity to engage in such routine activities.
  • the smart shower compartment is a closed compartment provided with a water-air nozzle system (WANS) that jets soapy water/air, pure water/air, or air alone for washing rinsing or drying purposes, respectively.
  • the SSC contains a water tank with heater and sensor, a water pump, an air compressor to jet the water/air mixture, and pipe/hose systems with electronic valves that the WANS is connected to.
  • the SSC is supported by an electronic control system that controls the washing, rinsing, drying, water flow rate, air flow rate and pressure.
  • the SSC is provided with a Height Adjustable Net Chair (HANC) that offers both safety and comfort, without obstruction of the washing, rinsing, and drying cycles.
  • the SSC doesn't require connection to a water/drainage system, as it contains both water and drainage tanks. Thus, the SSC is considered to be a portable system.
  • Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a smart shower compartment according to the present invention.
  • Fig. 2 is a schematic diagram illustrating system design of a smart shower compartment according to the present invention.
  • Fig. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating the hot air system of a smart shower compartment according to the present invention.
  • Fig. 4 is a schematic diagram illustrating the hydraulic system of a smart shower compartment according to the present invention.
  • the smart shower compartment is a closed compartment including a water-air nozzle system (WANS) that jets soapy water/air, pure water/air, or air alone for washing rinsing or drying purposes, respectively.
  • the SSC contains a water tank with heater and sensor, a water pump, and an air compressor to jet the water/air mixture.
  • a pipe/hose system with electronic valves is connected to the WANS.
  • the SSC is supported by an electronic control system that controls the washing, rinsing, drying, water flow rate, air flow rate, and pressure.
  • the SSC is provided with a Height Adjustable Net Chair (HANC) that offers both safety and comfort, without obstruction of the washing, rinsing, and drying cycles.
  • HANC Height Adjustable Net Chair
  • the SSC doesn't require connection to an external water/drainage system, as it contains both water and drainage tanks. Thus, the SSC is considered to be a portable system.
  • the present smart shower compartment 100 provides elderly and handicapped persons with dignity, independence and privacy, and greatly reduces the risk of bathroom injury.
  • the SSC can be used as a safe luxury tool for those who want to have a relaxing and rejuvenating bathing experience, while utilizing the power of compressed air with water to accomplish both maximum cleaning and minimum water consumption.
  • the SSC provides hygiene, where warm compressed air is used for dryness in the last stage instead of towels.
  • a heater system is used to adjust the water temperature.
  • the smart compartment is programmed to provide several programs, for example, a “Full Wash” program that includes a soaped water cycle, followed by water wash cycle, and finally a warm air cycle for drying.
  • a "Full Wash” program that includes a soaped water cycle, followed by water wash cycle, and finally a warm air cycle for drying.
  • Another program, “Refreshment Wash” involves a cold water cycle only, followed by a drying cycle.
  • a touch screen control panel 106 is used for programing, and can also be used as an entertainment tool.
  • the touch screen control panel 106 can be a microprocessor-based system, such as an electrician ® microcontroller-based system, with complementary components that facilitate programming and incorporation into other circuits.
  • the exemplary chicken microcontroller circuit may communicate with a Sony Experia waterproof smartphone (or other smartphone) via Bluetooth ® (Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.) (BT module), and runs the cycle program. Since, the chicken runs on 12V DC; it is connected to a 12V DC power supply (SMPS) in the system.
  • SMPS 12V DC power supply
  • the PC has a preprogrammed P1D controller algorithm to achieve this.
  • the solenoid valves in the hydraulic system are rated 24V AC, a 24V transformer has been built in. This power is switched to the solenoid valves using mechanical relays. The relays are controlled by the microcontroller of the touch screen control panel 106.
  • the SSC utilizes a 25-gallon water tank. Heating elements and sensors/thermostat, plunger pump/Engine, air compressors, high pressure hoses, pipes, Air-Water Nozzles, Soap Nozzles, height adjustable net chair, tablet, piping accessories and spare parts are included. The components are electronically connected to provide programmability via the control panel 106.
  • the present smart shower compartment 100 has side 160, bottom 162, and top 164 enclosure walls defining an interior volume of the compartment 100.
  • an entry door 116 is provided along a cutout of one of side walls 160 to allow entry therethrough.
  • the door 116 pivots outward from the side wall 160, the door 116 being in alignment with the cutout in the side wall 160 to seal the compartment from water leakage when the door 116 is closed.
  • the SSC 100 is provided with a safety lock that stops the whole system in case of emergency, just by opening the door 116 from inside.
  • the touch screen control panel 106 is disposed on the exterior of the top enclosure wall 164.
  • a hinged access door 108 is disposed along a cutout of the top enclosure wall 164. This access door 108 may have an aperture allowing a user's extremities to be disposed therethrough for access to the touch screen control panel 106.
  • a net latticework 112 defines a floor portion of the shower compartment interior volume, the floor net latticework 112 being disposed above the bottom enclosure wall 162 and allowing water to drain through the floor and into the bottom enclosure wall 162.
  • a water tank 104 is attached to an exterior portion of one of the side walls 160 of the smart shower compartment 100.
  • One or more water delivery nozzles 114 are disposed inside the shower compartment and are operable with a manifold 240 (shown in Figs 2 and 3).
  • a plunger-style water pump 218 has an inlet connected to the water tank 104 via an inlet supply line 230.
  • a connected inlet filter 232 may be disposed between the water pump 218 and the water tank 104.
  • a by-pass hose 234 may shunt the connection of the inlet filter 232 to the water tank 104.
  • a shower gel container 224 in-line with a controlling valve 222 is connected to the inlet portion of the water pump 218.
  • the plunger of the water pump 218 is connected to a motor 216, which actuates the plunger to pressurize the water flowing from the outlet of the water pump 218 to a high pressure line 228, which feeds the manifold 240 and a soap delivery manifold 214.
  • the soap delivery manifold 214 feeds soap delivery nozzles 213.
  • An air compressor 220 is also connected to the manifold 240 to allow an adjustable mixture of air and/or water through the nozzles 114.
  • a drain 406 is provided.
  • the drain 406 may be disposed in the bottom enclosure wall 162 and, thus, would be adapted for draining water from the bottom enclosure wall 162.
  • a drainage tank may be connected at the drain connection, the drainage tank receiving and storing effluent from the drain 406.
  • the particular embodiment shown in Fig. 4 illustrates a hydraulic system 400.
  • This hydraulic system 400 is responsible for the washing and rinsing cycles and comprises a water inlet with a solenoid valve 408c disposed between the inlet and the water tank 104. Initially, the tank 104 is filled while monitoring the temperature. The solenoid valve 408c is used to fill the tank, while a built-in temperature sensor is used to monitor the temperature.
  • a level/float switch 205 is disposed inside the water tank 104 to regulate the level of water in the tank 104.
  • a drain solenoid valve 408d is disposed between a drain outlet of the water tank 104 and the drain 406. As long as the temperature is not within the accepted limit, the water will be flushed through the drain solenoid valve 408d. When enough water is in the tank (as measured by the level/float switch 205), the shower cycle starts.
  • a drain/flow pump 410 is disposed between the water tank 104 and a pair of valves 408a and 408b. Valve 408a feeds a manifold 452a, which feeds mist nozzles 402.
  • Valve 408b feeds a manifold 452b, which feeds the shower nozzles 404.
  • a feed comprising a liquid soap container 412 in line with a pressure pump 414 and a check valve 416. The washing cycle starts with activating the pump 410 and jetting of the water through the mist nozzles 402 using solenoid valve 408a.
  • valve 408a After “misting" for a predetermined number of seconds, the valve 408a is turned off, and the valve 408b is turned on to actuate flow through the shower nozzles. Soap can be added to the shower by activating the small pressure pump 414.
  • the height adjustable net chair (HANC) 110 has a base portion 151 attached to the floor 112 and a telescoping tube 152 extending upward therefrom, the net latticework (net chair 110) being attached to upper portion of the telescoping tube 152.
  • the net chair 110 has an angled foot support portion, an angled calf support portion, an angled thigh/buttocks support portion, and an angled back support portion.
  • a vertically extending water delivery pipe 123 disposed along one of the side enclosure walls 160 connects a nozzle 114 to the manifold 240.
  • the smart shower compartment 100 is portable and may be wheeled to its operable location due to wheels 102 disposed on the exterior of the bottom enclosure wall 162.
  • a hot air delivery system 300 is responsible for the drying process (which starts after completing the showering cycles) and for adding warm air during the showering process, and includes a centrifugal ventilator 301 connected to a hot air hose 303, which feeds a hot air manifold 302, the manifold 302 feeding hot air hoses 340, the hot air hoses 340 being connected to hot air nozzles 314.
  • Air can be provided also from an air compressor 220 instead of the centrifugal ventilator 301, so that the air compressor 220 may have a connection to a hot air hose 303.
  • a heating element 326 is disposed inside the hot air hose 303, which may have a temperature sensor embedded in it to monitor the hot air temperature.
  • a Solid State Relay (SSR) has been used.
  • the single -phase frequency converter 418 powers the centrifugal ventilator 301.
  • the single-phase frequency converter 418 controls the speed of the air pump (centrifugal ventilator 301). If an air compressor 220 is used to produce the air instead of the centrifugal ventilator 301, then a solenoid air control valve is used to control the air flow.
  • Four different settings have been programmed, to be selected by the program in the microcontroller of the touch screen control panel 106. It is to be understood that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, but encompasses any and all embodiments within the scope of the following claims.

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La présente invention concerne un compartiment de douche intelligent (SSC) (100) qui est un compartiment fermé pourvu d'un système de buse eau-air (WANS) qui projette un mélange eau savonneuse/air, un mélange eau pure/air, ou de l'air seul pour le lavage, le rinçage ou le séchage, respectivement. Le SSC (100) contient un réservoir d'eau (104) pourvu d'un dispositif de chauffage et d'un capteur, une pompe à eau (218), un compresseur d'air (220) pour projeter le mélange eau/air, et des systèmes formant conduites/tuyaux comportant des soupapes électroniques pour le raccordement au WANS. Le SSC (100) comprend des systèmes de commande électroniques qui commandent le lavage, le rinçage, le séchage, le débit d'eau, le débit d'air et la pression. Ce SSC (100) est pourvu d'une chaise en filet réglable en hauteur (HANC) (110) qui offre à la fois sécurité et confort, sans bloquer les cycles de lavage, de rinçage et de séchage. Le SSC (100) ne nécessite pas de connexion au système d'eau/de drainage, car il contient à la fois des réservoirs d'eau et de drainage. Ainsi, le SSC (100) est considéré comme un système portable.
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