СЛИВНОЙ УЗЕЛ ДЛЯ ПОРТАТИВНОГО ТУАЛЕТА

Изобретение относится к портативным туалетам, содержащим собственный источник энергии для приведения в действие слива воды. Приводимый в действие батареей сливной узел для портативного туалета включает насос и двигатель, установленные на секции сиденья туалета. Блок батарей съемным способом установлен на секции для сиденья и включает клеммы, которые в результате монтажа соединяются с двигателем. Блок батарей подает электроэнергию к двигателю и включает приводящее средство, защищенное от неумышленного приведения в действие внутри выемки, для замыкания электрической цепи и приведения в действие насоса для выпуска воды для слива и удерживается в открытом положении с минимальным давлением в линии, увеличивая срок службы блока батарей. Данное изобретение имеет упрощенную конструкцию, легко позволяющую замену батарей в полевых условиях, а также не требует открывания вручную перекрытия, соединенного с устройством для выпуска воды для слива. 4 з.п.ф-лы, 6 ил.

АВТОМАТИЧЕСКАЯ СИСТЕМА С ДАТЧИКАМИ ДЛЯ САНИТАРНЫХ ФАЯНСОВЫХ ИЗДЕЛИЙ

... 1. Автоматическая система с датчиком, содержащая: ! основную электронную панель, имеющую в своем составе модуль инфракрасного датчика пользователя и первый модуль радиосигнала; ! вспомогательную электронную панель, имеющую в своем составе второй модуль радиосигнала и модуль привода соленоидного клапана; и ! соленоидный клапан, оперативно соединенный со вспомогательной электронной панелью. ! 2. Автоматическая система с датчиком по п.1, в которой основная электронная панель также включает цепь микропроцессора, которая управляет модулем инфракрасного датчика пользователя и первым модулем радиосигнала. ! 3. Автоматическая система с датчиком по п.1, в которой вспомогательная электронная панель включает микропроцессор, который управляет вторым модулем радиосигнала и цепью привода соленоидного клапана. ! 4. Автоматическая система с датчиком по п.1, в которой соответствие «один к одному» между основной электронной панелью и вспомогательной электронной панелью устанавливается при помощи первого ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКОГО ПУСКА ПРОЦЕССА СМЫВА С ПОМОЩЬЮ СМЫВНОГО БАЧКА ТУАЛЕТА

... 1. Устройство для электрического пуска смыва с помощью смывного бачка (1, 1') туалета, содержащее установленный в смывном бачке (1, 1') сливной клапан (2), электронное устройство управления и, по меньшей мере, один сенсорный датчик, подключенный к электронному устройству управления и предназначенный для приведения в действие сливного клапана, ! отличающееся тем, что сливной клапан (2) снабжен электрическим линейным приводом, управляемым электронным устройством управления при соприкосновении, по меньшей мере, с одним сенсорным датчиком и приводящим в действие сливной клапан посредством троса Боудена (12). ! 2. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что сливной клапан (2) снабжен, по меньшей мере, одним поворотным рычагом, поднимающим при своем повороте клапанный элемент (3) сливного клапана (2) и соединенным с тросом Боудена (2). ! 3. Устройство по п.2, отличающееся тем, что сливной клапан (2) содержит корпус (10), при этом, по меньшей мере, один рычаг расположен с возможностью поворота в ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКОГО СПУСКА СМЫВА В ВАТЕРКЛОЗЕТЕ

... 1. Устройство электрического пуска смыва в ватерклозете, содержащее основную раму (1) для крепления на стенном отверстии, совмещенном со смотровым отверстием низко расположенного смывного бачка, и панель (2) управления из стекла и/или другого электрически непроводящего материала, перекрывающую в собранном состоянии стенное отверстие, причем панель (2) управления содержит, по меньшей мере, одну сенсорную кнопку, подключенную к устройству (4) управления, отличающееся тем, что передняя сторона панели (2) управления выполнена бесшовной и без отверстия, панель (2) управления содержит на задней стороне, по меньшей мере, один крепежный элемент (3), разъемно соединяемый с основной рамой (1), и полностью перекрывает в собранном состоянии переднюю сторону основной рамы (1), причем, по меньшей мере, одна сенсорная кнопка расположена исключительно на задней стороне панели (2) управления. ! 2. Устройство по п.1, отличающееся тем, что панель (2) управления представляет собой стеклянную панель. ! 3. Устройство ...

AUFPUTZ-GEHAEUSE FUER SPUELARMATUREN.

The wall housing has a fixing plate (10) attached to the wall and a cooperating cover (11). At least one sidewall of the cover (11) has an extension acting as a covering (2) for the rinsing pipe leading to the urinal. Pref. the covering (2) for the rinsing pipe is formed as a separate component, extending perpendicular to the cover (11) and pref. slid through an opening provided in the latter. The covering (2) may be provided as a number of telescopic sections allowing simple adjustment of its length. Pref. the rinsing tap is controlled by an optoelectronic sensor, coupled to an electronic control stage (8) for an electromagnetic valve (6).

AUTOMATISCHE SPUELEINRICHTUNG FUER EINE SPUELTOILETTE.

TOILETTENSPUELVORRICHTUNG.

Automated urinal flush system has water inlet and pump delivering water and ozone

An automatic urinal rinsing system has a water supply and a pump delivering a water jet from a reservoir together with a cleansing agent e.g. air or ozone. The ozone is generated by an electrical discharge system.

Toilet flush detection system utilizing transducer with piezoelectric sounder element

Toilet assembly and method for its operation

FLUSHING SYSTEM

Seat cover actuated flushing mechanism for toilet

A flushing mechanism for a toilet triggers a flush in response to the closing of the toilet seat cover. A magnet is attached to the seat cover and detected by a sensor. The sensor activates a battery powered motor having a crank arm which directly raises a flapper valve by means of a tensile link. The sensor and motor unit are suspended out of sight in the tank of the toilet by flanges fitting between the tank rim and the tank top. The flanges allow adjustment of the motor and sensor to a variety of preexisting tank type toilets for effective retrofitting. A delay timer prevents repeated energy wasting flushing of the toilet.

ELECTRICALLY CONTROLLED FLUSHING SYSTEM

Automatic flushing apparatus for a urinal

An automatic flushing apparatus includes an electromagnetic valve (22), an electrical controlling apparatus (20) in conjunction with the electromagnetic valve (22) for effecting an automatic flushing operation. A first closed tank (31) communicates to the outlet tube (222) of the electromagnetic valve (22). An upright cylindrical tank (34) is connected to the first closed tank (31) and has a tube member (348) extending inwardly from a central opening (341) at the top end (3401) of the cylindrical tank (34). A piston member (345) is slidably received in the tube member (348) and is biased by a coil spring (344). A second closed tank (10) contains an antiseptic solution and communicates to the tube member (348) of the cylindrical tank (34) by means of a connecting pipe (35). The connecting pipe (35) has a branch pipe (352) with an elastic rubber nipple member (357) connected to the first closed tank (31). A check valve assembly (30) is provided in the connecting pipe (35), which permits the ...

Automatic flushing apparatus for urinals

Siphon for tank type toilet

The invention relates to a siphon (10) for use with a flush type toilet having a tank (19) with a drain hole (24) at the bottom. The siphon comprises a vertical tubular discharge portion (12) including a vertical tube which is secured within the drain hole (24). The siphon also includes a bell shaped inlet portion (14) including a connecting portion (16) having a downwardly extending tubular portion for telescopic insertion into the vertical discharge portion (12). The vertical tubular discharge portion (12) has a height selected so that it can be cut to define an installation height within a predetermined range of heights. The connecting portion (16) includes a bracket (64) having a plurality of vertically spaced holes which can be aligned with selected holes (66) in a bracket (68) extending from the vertical discharge portion (12). A pin (70) is inserted into the selected aligned holes in the two brackets to telescopically adjust the height of the connecting portion (16) and bell shaped ...

Automatic urinal flushing system

A water management system for managing the flushing out of a number of urinals. The system being arranged to flush after a predetermined time interval, which interval is varied by the number of persons detected by a sensing means, such that the timing is shortened as more people are detected.

VALVES

CONTROL APPARATUS FOR FLUSHING SYSTEMS

Urinal sensor system

A sanitary ware product, such as a urinal 10, comprises an outlet pipe 12 and a sensor 20 attached to the outlet pipe 12; wherein the sensor 20 is operable to detect the presence of fluid in the outlet pipe 20, and is configured to output at least one first signal containing first information relating to the presence of fluid in the outlet pipe 12, to a processor. The processor is configured to process the first information relating to the presence of fluid to generate second information and output a second signal based on the second information to a device. The processor may use the output from the sensor 20 to monitor the usage frequency of the urinal 10, or to detect a blockage in the outlet pipe 20 if the period of time fluid is present in the outlet pipe exceeds a threshold. The second signal may control a flush valve device 50; control a light source 60 fig. 3, and may be output to a handheld device or a computer, which may be used to control the operation of the sensor 20. The light ...

TOILET AND OPERATING PROCEDURE

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE COLLECTION OF THE USE OF URINALEN AND FOR THE RELEASE OF AN AUTOMATIC FLUSHING

UNTERPUTZSPÜLKASTEN FOR WCODER URINALBECKEN

TOILET, IN PARTICULAR PUBLIC TOILET

Mechanism for the controlling of the Wasserspülung with a sanitary plant

Connected sanitaryware systems and methods

A sanitaryware system may include sensors to determine a status or condition of one or more sanitaryware fixtures in the sanitaryware system and perform a particular function, such as, for example performing a flush, closing the flush valve and/or angle stop, sending an alert, initiating a service ticket. The sanitaryware system may automatically perform the function. The sanitaryware system may communicate the status or condition to an internet connected device and/or user, the device may perform the function or may instruct the sanitaryware to perform the function. The sensed information, sanitaryware system status or condition, and/or initiated response may be logged and monitored to improve the overall efficiency and operation of the sanitaryware system and the sanitaryware fixtures within the system.

Multi-volume flushing system

The invention relates to a multi-volume flushing system comprising a closable flushing water supply (7, 8), a user actuator (9) and a flushing process trigger (10) coupled with the user actuator (9) by means of which trigger the flushing line (8) can be opened or closed, wherein the multi-volume flushing system furthermore comprises at least one vibration detector (16) and central processor unit (12) disposed outside the water (3) of a collecting tank (4), wherein the flushing process trigger (10) can be activated on the basis of vibrations detected by the vibration detector (16) and evaluated by the central processor unit (12).

ELECTRONIC TOILET AND FLUSHING SYSTEM

Apparatus for controlling supply of cleansing water in urinal and method for controlling same

The present invention relates to an apparatus for controlling the supply of cleansing water in a urinal, which is applied to the urinal that is filled with an oil-based agent for creating a blockage film in a urine drain so as to prevent bad odor due to urine from the urine drain, even without cleansing water after urinating, for supplying cleansing water at a specific interval based on the number of usages of the urinal by a user. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the apparatus for controlling the supply of cleansing water in the urinal, which is provided with a sensor box for detecting the user and formed so as to supply the cleansing water in the direction of the urine drain after the user urinates, in accordance with detection by a detection sensor that is coupled to the sensor box, comprises: a counter for counting the number of usages of the urinal, based on a detection result of the detection sensor; a counter setting means for setting a target value for the counter ...

Automatic flush valve actuation apparatus

Flush toilet

PORTABLE TOILET WITH FLUSH APPARATUS

INFRARED SENSOR OPERATED FIXTURES, OR INFRARED SENSOR SYSTEM

Infrared sensor arrays and control systems facilitate automatic sensor operated bath- room fixtures, systems for controlling bathroom fixtures, and methods of bathroom fixture design, control, and management, as well as the control and management of hygiene and water resources. A single infrared sensor may also be used for control- ling several showers, faucets, urinals, or water closets in a large bathroom complex. Preferably the sensor array is either an active near infrared sensor or a passive far infrared sensor such as an infrared bolometer.

DIAPHRAGM STOP FOR SENSOR-OPERATED BATTERY POWERED FLUSH VALVE

A sensor-activated, battery-powered toilet room flush valve has a body with an inlet and an outlet. There is a valve seat in the body and a diaphragm which closes upon the seat to control flow between the inlet and the outlet. A cover mounted on the body defines a pressure chamber with the diaphragm and there are a sensor, solenoid and battery mounted on the cover and connected for operation of the flush valve. There is a passage in the cover connecting the pressure chamber and the outlet. Operation of the solenoid opens the passage to relieve pressure in the chamber to the outlet whereby the diaphragm moves off its seat to open communication between the inlet and outlet. A stop is positioned within the chamber and attached to the diaphragm to limit its movement toward the cover, which in turn controls the volume of water passing through the flush valve prior to closure of the diaphragm upon its valve seat. The stop is adjustable from the outlet side of the valve.

FLUSH WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR TOILET STOOL

WATER CLOSET FLUSHING APPARATUS

A water closet flushing apparatus provided with a pressure detector mounted along a water supply pipe, an opening and closing apparatus to open and close a water supply passage provided along the water supply pipe and a control apparatus that uses the pressure detected by the pressure detector to control the opening and closing operation of the opening and closing apparatus so that a predetermined amount of water is supplied to the water closet.

TILTING-BOWL TOILET

To eliminate the necessity of a water tank, this invention converts the traditional toilet bowl with siphonic water trap into a toilet basin with a tilting-bowl. This invention comprises a frame, a toilet basin, a tilting bowl and a trigger means. The tilting bowl is mounted to pivot as a movable water/waste container. In its not tilted horizontal position, the tilting bowl receives and holds water/waste delivered to it through the toilet basin. When the tilting bowl tilts, it discharges its content to drainage pipe through a bottom discharge hole; simultaneously allowing water/waste to discharge from basin to drainage. The tilting bowl is normally retarded to stay in its horizontal position by forces applied to the tilting bowl creating a resultant retarding turning moment about its pivot point larger than the turning moment produced by the tilting bowl with its content. The trigger means serves to remove or reduce the retarding turning moment, allowing the tilting bowl to tilt to discharge ...

Spüleinrichtung in einer Pissoiranlage

Automatische Pissoir-Spüleinrichtung

Verfahren zum Entleeren eines Wasserklosetts und Einrichtung zur Durchführung des Verfahrens

Mit einer elektromagnetischen Betätigungsvorrichtung versehenes Spülkastenventil

EINRICHTUNG ZUR STEUERUNG DER WASSERSPUELUNG BEI EINER SANITAEREN ANLAGE.

BATHROOM UNIT WITH RECEPTACLE MOUNTED MOVABLE BETWEEN A USE POSITION AND A CLEANING POSITION.

Automatic flushing device for a urinal

A control device (6) detects, by means of two probes, the electric conductivity of the liquid located in the siphon (2) of the urinal (1). When the urinal (1) is used, the conductivity of the liquid in the siphon (2) changes. If the conductivity exceeds a predetermined value, the control device (6) initiates a delay period. After this period has finished, the control device (6) opens a valve (9) in the water-inlet line (4), whereupon the flushing cistern (3) is filled with water. As soon as a certain water level is reached in the flushing cistern (3), the discharge valve (5) triggers the flushing procedure. If the conductivity of the liquid falls below a predetermined value, the control device (6) closes the valve (9). Once the flushing cistern (3) has emptied, flushing has also ended. ...

Toilet bowel with built-in flushing equipment - has compartments formed by partition, holding flushing valve, control and switching devices

The interior of a WC bowl is automatically flushed by equipment (2) housed inside cavities (3) built into the end. The equipment includes a valve (2a), a control device (2b) and a switching device (2c), the valve being operated by the control device. A cavity can be divided into sections by a partition, and part of the equipment can be mounted on the partition. The cavity can be fitted with a cover and a seal to prevent entry of water. Alternately, outer and inner covers can form a watertight system. Access can be from below. ADVANTAGE - Simplified installation.

Actuator plate for controlling sanitary installations using Internet protocol.

Betätigungsplatte, zur Steuerung sanitärer Anlagen wie zum Beispiel Dusch-WCs mittels Internet-Protokoll. Sie dient dem Signalisieren und Auslösen sämtlicher Funktionen der sanitären Anlage wie zum Beispiel Auslösen einer Hygienespülung beim Dusch-WC. Des Weiteren kann die Betätigungsplatte zur Unterhaltung des Benutzers verwendet werden wie zum Beispiel das Abspielen von Musik über den integrierten Lautsprecher.

Betätigungsvorrichtung für ein Ventil einer Sanitärinstallation.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Betätigungsvorrichtung für ein Ventil einer Sanitärinstallation, insbesondere für ein Ablaufventil eines Spülkastens, mit einer Abdeckplatte (4) und mit einem Bedienelement (6) zur Auslösung mindestens einer Ventilfunktion, insbesondere eines Spülvorgangs, wobei das Bedienelement (6) relativ zu der Abdeckplatte (4) drehbar gelagert ist. Damit eine solche Betätigungsvorrichtung eine einfache, relativ kompakte Mechanik zur Auslösung mindestens einer Ventilfunktion aufweist, sich zur Betätigung verschiedener Ventile, insbesondere verschiedener Ablaufventile eignet, und sich durch ein gut erkennbares Bedienelement auszeichnet, sieht die Erfindung vor, dass das drehbare Bedienelement (6) ein Kontaktelement zur elektrischen Auslösung der mindestens einen Ventilfunktion aufweist, wobei in dem Bedienelement (6) ein Leuchtmittel (10) angeordnet ist, dem ein Lichtleiter (14) zugeordnet ist, der von dem Leuchtmittel (10) ausgestrahltes Licht in Richtung der Abdeckplatte ...

A valve actuating device for a sanitary installation.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Betätigungsvorrichtung für ein Ventil einer Sanitärinstallation, insbesondere für ein Ablaufventil eines Spülkastens, mit einer Abdeckplatte (4) und mit einem Bedienelement (6) zur Auslösung mindestens einer Ventilfunktion, insbesondere eines Spülvorgangs, wobei das Bedienelement (6) relativ zu der Abdeckplatte (4) drehbar gelagert ist. Damit eine solche Betätigungsvorrichtung eine einfache, relativ kompakte Mechanik zur Auslösung mindestens einer Ventilfunktion aufweist, sich zur Betätigung verschiedener Ventile, insbesondere verschiedener Ablaufventile, eignet, und sich durch ein gut erkennbares Bedienelement auszeichnet, sieht die Erfindung vor, dass das drehbare Bedienelement (6) ein Kontaktelement zur elektrischen Auslösung der mindestens einen Ventilfunktion aufweist, wobei in dem Bedienelement (6) ein Leuchtmittel (10) angeordnet ist, dem ein Lichtleiter (14) zugeordnet ist, der von dem Leuchtmittel (10) ausgestrahltes Licht in Richtung der Abdeckplatte ...

More quantity flushing system.

Ein Mehrmengen-Spülsystem umfassend eine verschliessbare Spülwasserzufuhr (7, 8), eine Benutzerbetätigung (9) und eine mit der Benutzerbetätigung (9) gekoppelte Spülvorgangauslösung (10), mit welcher die Spülleitung (8) freigegeben oder verschlossen werden kann, wobei das Mehrmengen-Spülsystem zudem mindestens einen ausserhalb des Wassers (3) eines Auffangbeckens (4) angeordneten Schwingungsdetektor (16) und zentrale Prozessoreinheit (12) umfasst, wobei die Spülvorgangauslösung (10) aufgrund der vom Schwingungsdetektor (16) erfassten und von der zentralen Prozessoreinheit (12) ausgewerteten Schwingungen aktiviert werden kann.

Operating device with user identification for a sanitary fitting.

Eine Betätigungsvorrichtung (1) für eine Sanitärarmatur zum Zweck der Auslösung einer Funktion bei erkanntem Benutzer umfasst ein Gehäuse (3) mit einer Seitenfläche (5), die sich in Einbaulage im Wesentlichen in horizontaler Richtung erstreckt, und eine mindestens teilweise im Gehäuse (3) angeordnete Sensoreinheit (6), insbesondere eine optoelektronische Sensoreinheit (6), mit einem Sender (7) zum Aussenden von Lichtwellen (L7) und einem Empfänger zur Erfassung der durch einen Benutzer reflektierten Lichtwellen, wobei im Bereich der Seitenfläche (5) oder in der Seitenfläche (5) ein Durchstrahlbereich (9) angeordnet ist, durch welchen die Lichtwellen (L7) abgebbar bzw. die reflektierten Lichtwellen empfangbar sind, und die Betätigungsvorrichtung (1) weiterhin eine Optikeinheit (10) aufweist, wobei die Optikeinheit (10) derart ausgebildet und angeordnet ist, dass die Lichtwellen (L7) vom Sender in die Optikeinheit (10) einkoppelbar sind und von der Optikeinheit (10) in einem Winkel (α) im ...

Toilet flush water opening device provided with an electrohydraulic actuator

The invention relates to a toilet flush water opening device (10) consisting of a water tank (12) comprising a lower discharge orifice (14) and a vertically movable discharge valve (16) which is associated to said orifice (14) and is displaceable between the lower closed position for retaining water in the tank (12) and the top open position for discharging water to a toilet bowl. The inventive device is characterised in that the valve (16) is displaceable from the lower to the top position thereof by means of an electrohydraulic actuator (18) which comprises a controllable solenoid valve (20) and a hydraulic expansible device (22) supplied by pressurised water through (20) the solenoid valve in such a way that the valve (16) is moved from the lower closed position to the top open position thereof.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING A WASTE OUTLET OF A TOILET

Toilet cleaning apparatus

Provided is a toilet cleaning apparatus which performs excellently in discharging waste material etc., and which can clean a toilet satisfactorily with a small amount of cleaning water. A toilet cleaning apparatus (10) supplies cleaning water to a toilet main body (1) comprising a rim water outlet (4A) and a jet water outlet (7A). The toilet cleaning apparatus (10) is provided with: a water supply passage for supplying the cleaning water to the rim water outlet (4A) and the jet water outlet (7A); a valve unit (20) for changing supply destinations in such a way that, when toilet cleaning is carried out by discharging the cleaning water from the rim water outlet (4A) and the jet water outlet (7A), the cleaning water is first discharged from the rim water outlet (4A) and, in succession, the cleaning water is then discharged from the jet water outlet (7A); and a pressure accumulator (30) for discharging some of the cleaning water stored in a tank (33) from the rim water outlet (4A) and the ...

Tilting-bowl toilets

Electric drive for reserve of hunting

DRIVE OUT WATER HAS SUCTION CUP MAGNETIC AND HAS DOUBLE FLOW

L'invention propose un dispositif (10) d'ouverture de chasse d'eau de toilettes, du type qui comporte un réservoir d'eau (12) alimenté par un robinet de remplissage, et du type qui comporte un orifice d'évacuation (14) inférieur et un clapet (15) d'évacuation mobile vertical associé à cet orifice (14), qui est susceptible d'occuper une position basse fermée de rétention de l'eau dans le réservoir (12) ou une position haute ouverte pour évacuer l'eau vers une cuvette des toilettes, et du type qui comporte un flotteur (18) qui, réservoir (12) plein, est immergé pour solliciter le clapet (15) vers sa position ouverte, et du type qui comporte une tige (22) de blocage du clapet (15) susceptible d'être bloqué ou libéré par une ventouse magnétique et un doigt selon deux niveaux de vidange du réservoir.

CONTROL DEVICE OF EMPTYING Of SANITARY APPLIANCES

AUTOMATIC APPARATUS OF RINSING, ITS CONTROL DEVICE AND STRUCTURE OF ASSEMBLY Of SUCH an APPARATUS

Opening of a door actuating a water hunting

Improvements relating to urinals.

Process of draining of the basins of lavatories

WATER-CLOSET POUR CARAVANES, BATEAUX DE PLAISANCE OU ANALOGUES

Water-closet dont la sortie 7 est reliée par un raccord détachable, à un récipient collecteur 14 d'un certain volume maximal et dont les buses de lavage 3 sont reliées à un distributeur 4, 5 qui, lors de chaque actionnement, amène aux buses de lavage, une portion d'eau sous pression qui est une fraction du volume maximal du récipient collecteur. Afin d'éviter un trop-plein du récipient 14 un mesureur de quantité peut être remis à zéro par un interrupteur 18, 19 réglable entre deux positions, lors du changement de l'interrupteur entre les deux positions. Le mesureur mesure jusqu'à une certaine valeur de quantité limite. L'interrupteur 18, 19, un interrupteur de lavage manuel 17, le distributeur 4, 5 et le mesureur sont connectés à des organes électriques régulateurs qui lors de la fermeture de l'interrupteur 17 n'actionnent le distributeur et le mesureur que quand l'interrupteur 18, 19 occupe l'une desdites positions.

Toilet cistern water supply and economizing the amount of water used

Dispositif électronique pour l'alimentation en eau des réservoirs de WC éliminant les fuites au niveau de l'arrivée d'eau et muni d'un dispositif pour économiser l'eau lors de l'usage d'un WC. L'utilisation d'une électrovanne commandée électroniquement par un système de mesure du niveau d'eau dans le réservoir supprime les fuites de l'arrivée eau. De plus et face à la pénurie et au coût sans cesse croissant de l'eau, il n'est pas toujours nécessaire d'utiliser la totalité du réservoir. Notre invention remédie aussi à ce problème en offrant la possibilité à l'utilisateur de n'utiliser qu'un demi réservoir. Notre invention se compose d'un boîtier, placé à l'extérieur du réservoir, dans lequel se trouve l'électrovanne et les jonctions d'arrivée et départ d'eau vers le réservoir, le circuit imprimé, le relais et les interrupteurs intervenant dans le fonctionnement de notre système; ainsi que l'alimentation électrique. Ce boîtier est relié par un câble électrique au dispositif de mesure du niveau ...

Control drive of the opening of a reserve with water hunting

DRIVE OUT AUTOMATIC WATER HAS MAGNETIC SUCTION CUP

L'invention propose un dispositif (10) d'ouverture de chasse d'eau de toilettes, du type qui comporte un réservoir d'eau (12) alimenté par un robinet de remplissage, et du type qui comporte un orifice d'évacuation (14) inférieur et un clapet (16) d'évacuation mobile vertical associé à cet orifice (14), qui est susceptible d'occuper une position basse fermée de rétention de l'eau dans le réservoir (12) ou une position haute ouverte pour évacuer l'eau vers une cuvette des toilettes, et du type qui comporte un flotteur (18) qui, réservoir (12) plein, est immergé pour solliciter le clapet (16) vers sa position ouverte, et du type qui comporte un moyen (20) de blocage du clapet de maintenir le clapet (16) fermé, caractérisé en ce que le flotteur (18) est solidaire du clapet (16) et en ce que le moyen (20) de blocage comporte un doigt (22) de blocage mobile verticalement qui est susceptible d'être bloqué ou libéré par un moyen de verrouillage (24) associé.

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Automatic flushing actuator for tank style toilet

An automatic flushing actuator that mounts to an overflow pipe in a tank style toilet includes a proximity sensor, a housing enclosing a motor mount and gear assembly, and a rotatably mounted lever on top of the housing. A clamp is adapted to be affixed to the side of the housing and secure the actuator to the overflow pipe. When installing the actuator, the clamp is affixed to the overflow pipe before the housing is mounted to the clamp. The clamp allows the housing to be removably mounted or locked in position on the clamp. The lever coupled to the top of the housing is rotated to a desired position, and a chain is connected to a handle of the toilet opens the flush valve.

ACTUATING DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING A WATER FITTING

The present invention relates to an actuating device (1) for controlling a water fitting (2), particularly for controlling a sanitary fitting such as a valve and/or a valve mix device, for example for a shower, a tap, or a toilet tank, or the like. The device 1) has a pressure-sensitive key panel (17) for detecting control commands and lighting means (16, 28). The invention is characterized in that the lighting means (16, 28) are designed at least partially as a pressure transmission element (28) for transmitting pressure to the key panel.

ELECTRICALLY OPERATED HYDROPNEUMATIC FLUSHING SYSTEM

Electrically operated hydropneumatic flushing device for a toilet. The invention relates to a hydropneumatic reservoir (1) the downward discharge of which is connected to a tee (3). To the bottom of the tee (3) will be connected an electrically-operated valve (4) allowing the water to be discharged under electrical control. The absence of direct contact of the user with the flushing system greatly reduces breakdowns caused by inept operation. A venturi device (10) will be connected to the line (7) supplying the reservoir (1) with water so as to allow air to be introduced into the reservoir (1) with the water. This will compensate for air losses in the reservoir (1) and allow some of the air to be discharged with the water into the toilet bowl (12). The device may extend to a communal sanitation installation. The installation will be made up of a single reservoir feeding a number of flushing systems. Each system will be fitted with an electrically operated valve (4) at its top.

AUTOMATIC FLUSHING ACTUATOR FOR TANK STYLE TOILET

An automatic flushing actuator that mounts to an overflow pipe in a tank style toilet includes a proximity sensor, a housing enclosing a motor mount and gear assembly, and a rotatably mounted lever on top of the housing. A clamp is adapted to be affixed to the side of the housing and secure the actuator to the overflow pipe. When installing the actuator, the clamp is affixed to the overflow pipe before the housing is mounted onto the clamp. The clamp allows the housing to be removably mounted or locked in position on the clamp. The lever coupled to the top of the housing is rotated to a desired position, and a chain is connected to a handle of the toilet opens the flush valve.

AUTOMATIC FLUSH VALVE ACTUATION APPARATUS

A drive mechanism (50) for a flushing mechanism (10) having a flush handle (30) includes a housing (40) with a battery operated drive system in the housing. The drive system has an actuating element (28) which is operably connected to the flush handle (30), which is encased in the housing, whereby the drive system operates the flush handle between a first non-actuating position and a second flush actuating position. The housing (40) is removably mounted to the flushing mechanism such that the housing is restrained against movement relative to the flushing mechanism when the actuating element is moved between its first and second position. A sensor (100) connected to the housing (40) and a timing circuit (200) inside the housing (40) operate the drive system upon sensing a use of the sanitary system to which the housing is attached.

FLUSH ACTUATOR

A flush actuator for engaging a flush valve. The flush actuator provides a mechanism assembly for automatically flushing the flush valve. A sensor provides a presence detection to trigger the automatic flushing. Redundant manual activation is provided.

"Countdown Timer" automatic water limiting supply shut off safety valve flo-control system

An electronically controlled electro-mechanical device designed to limit a finite amount of water per flush to a tank reservoir of the common household toilet, or tank-less toilet or urinal, providing positive shutoff of water flow and anti-siphon backflow prevention. The toilet is flushed, the flush lever activates an attached tilt switch, the tilt switch actuates the countdown timer by means of electrical linkage, the countdown timer in turn activates the solenoid valve by means of electrical connection. The water enters the solenoid valve, passing through the valve and on to the float valve mounted to the toilet tank for fill up. The Countdown timer counts down from the full minutes and seconds set to 00:00 and shuts off the solenoid valve and ultimately the flow of water. The Countdown timer then resets itself to the time set in memory for the next flush operation. A float eliminator may be affixed to the toilet tank replacing the float valve, then connected to the solenoid valve. For ...

Multi-operation discharge control device

A multi-operation discharge control device is provided, the device includes a lower housing having a water inlet and outlet, a valve set slidably and axially disposed in the upper portion of the lower housing, a manual operation system slidably and transversely disposed into a lateral extension opposite to the water inlet of the lower housing, an upper housing axially connected to the lower housing including an automatic operation system therein. The automatic operation system contains an electromagnetic valve and an IC plate. Thereby the valve set is selectively actuated manually or automatically to move upward to define a water passage in the lower housing permitting the water to flow from the water inlet to the water outlet of the housing.

Electric flush tank

This invention relates to an electric flush tank designed for replacing the conventional mechanical flush tank, wherein a button switch attached to the outer wall of the water tank controls a solenoid which drives a connecting rod that in turn controls the water outlet. A microswitch installed on the connecting rod activates normally open switch B and forms normally open switch B normally closed switch D and a sustained circuit of said solenoid. A floating ball drives normally open switch A and normally closed switch D installed on the end of the connecting rod, in accordance with the rise and fall of water level. When the water is at its normal level, switch A is open and switch D is closed. When the water level in the tank is lowered, the switch A will part from the U-shaped channel wall and change to the closed state and the pilot light is lit up; switch D then contacts the U-shaped channel wall and changes to the open state, the solenoid becomes de-energized and the water outlet is ...

FLUSH-VALVE.

TOILET FLUSHING ASSEMBLY AND SEQUENCE

A toilet has an electronic flush assembly operable in either a short or long flush sequence selectable by a user. The long flush sequence includes a pre-rinse cycle and a rinse cycle in which the a supply valve and a flush valve are both opened and closed twice, once each first during the pre-rinse cycle and again during a subsequent rinse cycle. The rim supply valve and the flush valve are opened during the pre-rinse and rinse cycles but are closed at the start and end of each cycle. An electronic control controls operation of the valves as well as water supply control components. Level sensors can also be included to provide feedback to the controller, for example, to prevent overflow conditions.

Cistern Assembly

The current invention is directed to a cistern assembly for a flush toilet where the cistern assembly includes a cistern housing including a cistern lid and a cistern base, a cistern member pivotally attached within the cistern housing, and an actuator means associated with the cistern member to pivot the cistern member relative to the cistern housing to discharge the stored water. The cistern member has a base wall that forms a chamber to store the water and a passageway to discharge the water from the chamber, the passageway has an internal inlet and a cistern outlet and is shaped to siphon water through the passageway. The internal inlet is positioned substantially on or adjacent to the pivot vertical axis of the cistern member when the cistern member is in one of the pivoted positions. The actuator means can tilt the cistern member to actuate discharge of water through the passageway so that when the cistern member is pivoted and the passageway is moved below the water level of the ...

Liquid-operated actuator assembly, particularly for a flush toilet, and flush toilet incorporating the assembly

A fluid-operated actuator assembly has a valve with an inlet for connection to a pressurized fluid source, a bi-stable electromagnetic device for operating the valve, which has a first state closing the valve and a second state opening the valve, a hydraulic actuator, and an electronic control circuit. The hydraulic actuator has an actuating member in a housing, the housing having a chamber on one side of the actuating member to which an outlet of the valve is connected for receiving fluid from the fluid source when the valve is opened, the actuating member for operation of the hydraulic actuator. The control circuit momentarily energizes the bi-stable electromagnetic device to the hydraulic actuator from the second state, back to the first state, to terminate operation of the hydraulic actuator.

Tilting-bowl toilets

To eliminate the necessity of a water tank, this invention converts the traditional toilet bowl with siphonic water trap into a toilet basin (3) with a tilting-bowl (8). This invention comprises a frame (2), a toilet basin (3), a tilting bowl (8) and a trigger means (117). The tilting bowl (8) is mounted to pivot as a movable water/waste container. In its not tilted horizontal position, the tilting bowl (8) receives and holds water/waste delivered to it through the toilet basin (3). When the tilting bowl (8) tilts, it discharges its content to drainage pipe through a bottom discharge hole (7); simultaneously allowing water/waste to discharge from basin to drainage. The tilting bowl (8) is normally retarded to stay in its horizontal position by forces applied to the tilting bowl (8) creating a resultant retarding turning moment about its pivot point (9) larger than the turning moment produced by the tilting bowl (8) with its content. The trigger means serves to remove or reduce the retarding ...

ЭЛЕКТРОННОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО БЕСКОНТАКТНОГО ДИСТАНЦИОННОГО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ МЕХАНИЗМОМ СЛИВНОГО БАЧКА

Полезная модель относится к электромеханическим устройствам, осуществляющим дистанционное управление подачей воды из сливного бачка в унитаз санузла без приложения физических усилий, использование которого может осуществляться, в первую очередь, в общественных туалетах широким, часто неограниченным, кругом лиц. Техническим результатом заявляемой полезной модели является создание усовершенствованного устройства, обеспечивающего его повышенные эксплуатационно-технические характеристики. Технический результат достигается тем, что электронное устройство бесконтактного дистанционного управления механизмом сливного бачка, содержащее блок управления с процессорной платой, дистанционный датчик присутствия, электромеханический привод, элемент поднятия штока, причем блок управления с процессорной платой, содержащей дистанционный инфракрасный датчик присутствия и световую индикацию, светофильтр, расположенный над процессорной платой, толкатель, выполненный под блоком управления с процессорной платой ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ АВТОМАТИЧЕСКОЙ ОЧИСТКИ ТУАЛЕТА

Санитарный блок

Изобретение относится к санитар ной технике, может быть использовано в строительной промьшшенности и поз76 I ЦП -43 / 21 воляет повысить надежность работы санитарного блока. Санитарный блок содержит унитаз 1, смонтированный подвижно для изменения позиции исполь- .зования и очистки, средства очистки и средства программирования для координации действий средств управления перемещением унитаза и средств очистки . Средства программирования содержат детекторы, предназначенные для генерирования сигналов при той или иной ситуации санитарного блока, блоки памяти для запоминания этих сигналов и средства ретрансляции, соеди- . ненные с блоками памяти. 6 з.п.ф-лы, 7 ил. СО см CpUff.1 ...

Verfahren zum selbsttätigen Auslösen eines Spülvorganges

Toilet with power drive for cover - has electric motor drive with gear train to drive actuating cam plate and belt drive for flushing mechanism

The toilet has an automatic seat and cover actuator, and an automatic flushing control. This automatic system is electrically powered and has a foot or hand switch. The toilet bowl cover is lifted and lowered by the powered drive. The flushing arrangement is also connected to the drive. A slowly rotating motor is fastened on a base plate, the motor shaft carrying a pinion which drives a main gear wheel with an actuating cam plate. The flushing arrangement is connected to the drive by a belt drive.

Spülvorrichtung für ein WC oder Urinal

ELEKTRISCH BETÄTIGTES WC SPÜLKASTENVENTIL

Automatische Wasserspüleinrichtung für W.C.-Anlage.

Toilettenfernsteuerung

Eine Toilettenfernsteuerung umfasst einen Hauptkörper; einen elektrostatischen Schalter, der auf einer Vorderfläche des Hauptkörpers vorgesehen ist; und eine Steuereinheit, die in dem Hauptkörper vorgesehen ist und ein Bedienungssignal entsprechend einer Bedienung des elektrostatischen Schalters an die Toilettenvorrichtung sendet.

Ablaufarmaturgrundkörper, Auslösemodule, Verpackungseinheit und Ablaufarmatur

Ablaufarmaturgrundkörper (1; 800) einer Ablaufarmatur (500; 510; 520; 530; 550; 600) eines Spülkastens mit einem in vertikaler Richtung anhebbares Ventilrohr, das bevorzugt als Überlaufrohr (4) ausgebildet ist, an dessen unterem Ende ein Dichtelement (6) eines Ablaufventils (802) angeordnet ist, und einem das Ventilrohr (4) zumindest teilweise umgebendes Gehäuse (2), wobei durch Anheben des Ventilrohres (4) ein Spülvorgang auslösbar ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Ablaufarmaturgrundkörper (1; 800) zur modularen Ausbildung der Ablaufarmatur (500; 510; 520; 530; 550; 600) wahlweise mit zumindest zwei verschiedenen Auslösemodulen (200; 250; 300; 350; 400) verbindbar ist, wobei bevorzugt vorgesehen ist, dass die Auslösemodule (200; 250; 300; 350; 400) zumindest zwei aus der Gruppe von Auslösemodulen für mechanische Auslösung (200), vorzugsweise mechanische Hebelauslösung, Einkabelauslösung (300), Zweikabelauslösung (350), elektrische Auslösung und pneumatische Auslösung (250) umfassen ...

Cistern

Automatic faucet and shower

Bathroom flushers with novel sensors and controllers

A bathroom flusher includes a body having an inlet in communication with a supply line and an outlet in communication with a flush conduit, a valve assembly in the body positioned to close water flow between the inlet and the outlet upon sealing action of a moving member at a valve seat thereby controlling flow from the inlet to the outlet, and an actuator for actuating operation of the moving member. The bathroom flusher includes one of several novel sensors and is controlled by one of several novel controllers, as described. The controller may execute a novel control algorithm.

Multimedia broadcasting management system and method in public sanitary space

A multimedia broadcasting management system and method in a public sanitary space are provided. A flush control device installed on a sanitation apparatus in the public sanitary space is adapted to broadcast multimedia data through a broadcast module thereof. The flush control device is connected to a transmission network to receive the multimedia data through therethrough. After sensing a user enters a sensing range, the flush control device not only outputs a flush control signal to flush the sanitation apparatus, but also controls to broadcast the multimedia data.

Passive sensors for automatic faucets and bathroom flushers

The present invention is directed to novel optical sensors and novel methods for sensing optical radiation. The novel optical sensors and the novel optical sensing methods are used, for example, for controlling the operation of automatic faucets and flushers. The novel sensors and flow controllers (including control electronics and valves) require only small amounts of electrical power for sensing users of bathroom facilities, and thus enable battery operation for many years. A passive optical sensor includes a light detector sensitive to ambient (room) light for controlling the operation of automatic faucets or automatic bathroom flushers. 1. An optical sensor for controlling a valve of an electronic faucet or bathroom flusher , comprisingan optical element located at an optical input port and arranged to partially define a detection field;a light detector optically coupled to said optical element and said input port, said light detector being constructed to detect ambient light; anda control circuit for controlling opening and closing of a flow valve, said control circuit being constructed to receive signal from said light detector corresponding to the detected light.2. The optical sensor of wherein said control circuit is constructed to sample periodically said detector.3. The optical sensor of wherein said control circuit is constructed to sample periodically said detector based on the amount of previously detected light.4. The optical sensor of wherein said control circuit is constructed to determine said opening and closing of said flow valve based on a background level of said ambient light and a present level of said ambient light.5. The optical sensor of wherein said control circuit is constructed to open and close said flow valve based on first detecting arrival of a user and then detecting departure of said user.6. The optical sensor of wherein said control circuit is constructed to open and close said flow valve based on detecting presence of a user.7. ...

System and method for converting manually operated flush valves

A conversion system for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve used with a urinal or toilet is designed for automatic operation. The conversion system includes a power module, a control module, a driver module coupled to the manually-operated flush valve, and an optical sensor constructed to detect light arriving from a detection field. The control module is constructed to control activation of the driver module based on a signal from the optical sensor. 1. A conversion assembly for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve used with a urinal or toilet , comprising:a power module including a battery;a driver module arranged for mechanical coupling to a manual handle of said manually-operated flush valve;an optical module including an optical sensor and an optical element constructed to partially define a detection field and eliminate invalid targets; anda control module constructed to activate said driver module based on a signal from said optical sensor, wherein said driver module is constructed to provide a manual override by displacing said manual handle without activation from said control module.29-. (canceled)10. The conversion assembly of wherein said optical element includes a lens.1113-. (canceled)14. The conversion assembly of wherein said optical element includes a collimation plate.15. The conversion assembly of wherein said-collimation plate forms a gravity shutter.1619-. (canceled)20. A conversion assembly for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve used with a urinal or toilet claim 14 , comprising:a power module including a battery;a driver module arranged for mechanical coupling to a manual handle of said manually-operated flush valve, wherein said driver module includes an electromotor, powered by said battery, and an activation arm;an optical sensor; anda control module constructed to activate said driver module based on a signal from said optical sensor.21. The conversion assembly of wherein said ...

WATER FLOW CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EXTERIOR RETROFITTING TO TOILET TANK

A system for controlling the duration and volume of a flow of water in a flush of a Toilet has a converting element, for converting the normally buoyant flush valve to a non-buoyant flush valve. A programming element enables programming of a controlling time for the flush duration and volume of water. A controlling element connects the programming element to the non-buoyant flush valve, for retaining it in a raised open position upon user actuation, and for releasing it to close the flush valve within the controlling time. In a preferred embodiment, the controlling element is mounted to the exterior wall of the toilet tank and has a connecting element connected to the flush actuator outside the tank which is connected to the flush lever and to the non-buoyant flush valve within the tank. 1. A system for programmably controlling the duration and volume of a flow of water in a flush of a toilet , wherein the toilet includes a flush actuator of the type having a user-actuable part mounted on an exterior wall of the toilet tank and a flush actuator mechanism that penetrates through the tank wall to extend inside the tank and connect to a buoyant flush valve within the tank , wherein pressure actuation of the user-actuable part of the flush actuator by a user moves the flush actuator mechanism to raise the buoyant flush valve to open a flush aperture for the toilet tank , wherein the improvement comprises:a converting element, for converting the buoyant flush valve to a non-buoyant flush valve which upon user actuation of the flush actuator raises the converted non-buoyant flush valve to a raised open position, and which enables control of the operation of the flush valve such that the duration of the flush no longer depends on the flush valve losing buoyancy in order to close;a programming element, for enabling programming of at least a small flush controlling time and a large flush controlling time, for controlling the duration and volume of water passing beneath the ...

Apparatus and method for reducing cross-talk between capacitive sensors

An apparatus and method is provided to reduce cross-talk between multiple capacitive sensors used in an electronic toilet and between multiple capacitive sensors used in an electronic faucet and an electronic soap dispenser.

FLUSH TOILET CONTROL SYSTEM AND RELATED METHOD

A control system for a flush toilet includes a water delivery device for delivering a source of flush water to a bowl. The control system includes a controller and a user interface. The controller is operative to control the toilet through a flush sequence in a first mode and a second mode. In the first mode, the controller opens the water delivery device to deliver a predetermined amount of water to the bowl. In the second mode, the controller opens the water delivery device to deliver a user adjustable amount of water to the bowl. The user interface is in communication with the controller for selecting between the first mode and the second mode. Where the toilet is a macerator toilet, the controller monitors current draw unit when the current draw satisfies a predetermined current condition. The controller may operate in a normal mode and a lockout mode. 1. A control system for a flush toilet , the control system comprising:a controller operative to control the toilet to implement a flushing sequence, and being operative in a normal mode and a lockout mode; anda user interface in communication with the controller, the user interface being operative to initiate the flushing sequence when the controller is in the normal mode, and being inoperative to initiate the flushing sequence when the controller is in the lockout mode.2. The flush control system of claim 1 , further comprising a sensing arrangement subsystem for sensing a waste level of a waste tank in flow communication with the toilet claim 1 , the sensing subsystem being arrangement operative to generate a signal indicative of the waste level claim 1 , the controller further being operable to receive the signal from the sensing subsystem arrangement and operate the controller in the lockout mode when the waste tank is substantially full.3. The flush control system of claim 1 , wherein the user interface includes at least one manually operated element for switching the controller between the normal mode and ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PAIRING A WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER UNIT FOR SANITARY WARE

Systems and methods for pairing a wireless transceiver unit for sanitary ware are provided. An exemplary pairing method includes emitting a pairing instruction signal from a wireless sender of the wireless transceiver unit, receiving the emitted pairing instruction signal at one or more wireless receivers, and detecting a signal intensity of the pairing instruction signal received at each of the one or more wireless receivers. The method further includes returning a pairing response from each of the one or more wireless receivers to the wireless sender. The pairing response includes an ID of the wireless receiver and an indication of the signal intensity detected at the wireless receiver. The method further includes selecting the pairing response indicating the highest detected signal intensity and storing the ID of the wireless receiver included in the selected pairing response. 1. A method for pairing a wireless transceiver unit for sanitary ware , the method comprising:emitting a pairing instruction signal from a wireless sender of the wireless transceiver unit;receiving the emitted pairing instruction signal at one or more wireless receivers and detecting a signal intensity of the pairing instruction signal received at each of the one or more wireless receivers;returning a pairing response from each of the one or more wireless receivers to the wireless sender, wherein the pairing response returned by a wireless receiver includes an ID of the wireless receiver and an indication of the signal intensity detected at the wireless receiver;selecting, by the wireless sender, the pairing response indicating the highest detected signal intensity among the pairing responses returned by the one or more wireless receivers; andstoring the ID of the wireless receiver included in the selected pairing response in a local memory of the wireless sender.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the wireless sender is located in a seat of a toilet and at least one of the wireless ...

Plumbing fixture with flush valve actuator and methods for calibrating same

Plumbing fixtures with a valve actuator for automatically controlling pivoting of a flush valve, and methods of calibrating movement of the flush valve, are disclosed. The motor of the valve actuator may be positioned between the bowl of the fixture and a leg of a trapway to provide compact assembly. A belt drive laterally extending along the trapway links the motor to the flush valve. The method of calibrating includes establishing stop points which are at positions of less resistance than hard stop positions.

Motorized Automate/manual push button system

A driving mechanism of a flush apparatus includes a motorized unit supported by a valve body, a plunger arm driven by the motorized unit for operating the valve body between a sealed position to an unsealed position, and a timer module operatively linked to the motorized unit to set a flush interval for enabling the flushing operation to be completed once every flush interval. The driving mechanism converts the flush apparatus into water efficient fixture by controlling the amount of daily flushes for ultimate water efficiency. 1. A driving mechanism for a flush apparatus which comprises a valve body having a water inlet and a water outlet , wherein said driving mechanism comprises:a motorized unit adapted for being supported by said valve body; anda plunger arm driven by said motorized unit for operating said valve body from a sealed position that water is blocked to flow from said water inlet to said water outlet, to an unsealed position that water is guided to flow from said water inlet to said water outlet to complete a flushing operation of said flush apparatus; anda timer module operatively linked to said motorized unit to set a flush interval for enabling said flushing operation to be completed once every flush interval.2. The driving mechanism claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , which is a non-sensor device claim 1 , wherein said motorized unit is activated exclusive of a presence of a user.3. The driving mechanism claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein said timer module comprises a control setter operatively linked to said motorized unit to selectively set said flush interval by said control setter.4. The driving mechanism claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein said motorized unit claim 1 , which is a non-solenoid unit claim 1 , comprises a DC motor that said plunger arm is powered by said DC motor.5. The driving mechanism claim 4 , as recited in claim 4 , wherein said plunger arm is operatively actuated by said DC motor via a gear set.6. The driving ...

Sanitary washing device

According to the embodiment, a sanitary washing device includes a nozzle, a valve unit, a casing, a water supply hose, and a water supply connection part. The nozzle is configured to discharge water toward an ano-genital region. The valve unit is provided on a pipe line between a water supply source and the nozzle. The casing stores the nozzle and the valve unit. The water supply hose is flexible and configured to supply water from the water supply source into the casing. The water supply connection part connects the water supply hose and the valve unit. The water supply connection part is open in a horizontal direction. The water supply hose is directly connected to the water supply connection part in a horizontal direction. The casing includes a hose container in which a portion of the water supply hose can be stored by bending.

ACTUATION DEVICE WITH USER RECOGNITION

An actuation device for a sanitary fitting for the purpose of triggering a function, comprises a housing having a side face, and a sensor unit arranged at least partially in the housing having an emitter for emitting light waves and a receiver for detecting the light waves reflected by a user, a transmission region, through which the light waves can be delivered and the reflected light waves can be received, respectively, being arranged in the side face, and the actuation device furthermore comprising an optical unit, the optical unit being configured and arranged in such a way that the light waves from the emitter can be input into the optical unit and can be output from the optical unit at an angle as seen with respect to the horizontal through the transmission region.

FLUSH WATER TANK APPARATUS

Problem: To provide a flush water tank apparatus capable of stable operational control of a discharge valve apparatus, and stable flush water supply to a toilet for long term. 1. A flush water tank apparatus storing flush water for flush a toilet , comprising:a flush water tank having a discharge opening;a discharge valve mechanism having a discharge valve configured to open and close the discharge opening by an operation of the discharge valve;a power drive unit mounted so as to be concealed in an interior of the flush water tank, and capable of electrically operating the discharge valve of the discharge valve mechanism, wherein the power drive unit comprises a motor rotationally driven by electricity and an output shaft for outputting rotation of the motor; and a housing portion formed so as to surround an outlet of a drive unit interior air passage extending from the motor of the power drive unit inside the flush water tank;wherein the housing portion is opened toward an outside of the flush water tank, and an air passage is formed to communicate from the motor of the power drive unit through the housing portion to the exterior of the flush water tank.2. The flush water tank of claim 1 , wherein the power drive unit further comprises a casing in which the motor and the output shaft are disposed;and wherein an output shaft-side end portion passing through the output shaft and forming an air-sealing structure and an air passage outlet portion in which the outlet of the air passage extending from the motor is formed, and the air passage outlet portion is housed inside the housing portion.3. The flush water tank apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an overflow pipe for discharging flush water exceeding full water level in the flush water tank from the discharge opening claim 1 , and the housing portion is disposed above the top end of the overflow pipe.4. The flush water tank apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the housing portion is formed to surround the perimeter ...

Rigid Piston Valve Incorporating a Solenoid

A rigid piston assembly for use in a conventional flush valve includes a rigid piston and a solenoid configured to fixedly engage within the valve body. A flush valve for a plumbing fixture as well as a method of retrofitting a piston valve into a diaphragm flush valve body which includes a rigid piston and solenoid configuration. 1. A method of retrofitting a rigid piston and a solenoid into a flush valve , the flush valve having a valve body with a fluid inlet , a fluid outlet , a diaphragm valve assembly , an outer cover , and a handle member , the method comprising the steps of:a) removing the outer cover from the valve body;b) removing the diaphragm valve assembly from the valve body;c) removing the actuating rod assembly from the valve body;d) inserting a rigid piston into the valve body, the rigid piston comprising a disc shaped member having a central opening, an elongated hollow member that is attached to and extends down from the disc shaped member, and a piston seal attached directly to at least a portion of the disc shaped member, wherein the rigid piston is adapted to move axially in the direction of the flow of water from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet;e) attaching a cap to the valve body at an end opposite the fluid outlet, the cap having a hollow stem extending down from a central opening of the cap;f) inserting a first end of a fitting into the cap; andg) attaching a solenoid to the second end of the fitting, and wherein the piston seal comprises an annular skirt surrounding an outer edge of the piston seal that is adapted to expand out toward the top closure connected to the valve body and form a seal with the top closure.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid piston is placed on top of a central valve seat such that the elongated hollow member extends down into an outlet bore of the flush valve.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the annular skirt extends around an outside perimeter of both the piston seal and the ...

Systems to Automate Adjustment of Water Volume Release To A Toilet Bowl To Correspond to Bowl Contents, Toilets Including the System and Related Methods

A method and system having a water-flush toilet having a toilet bowl that is in fluid communication with a water source and is mounted with a sensor. The sensor includes a transmitter to transmit an ultrasonic signal and a receiver to receive an ultrasonic signal. The sensor may measure a Time of Flight (ToF) of the signal to obtain a ToF measurement. A microcontroller is electrically connected to the sensor and may receive and process the ToF measurement using an algorithm to determine a bowl status. The toilet also includes at least one water valve that is disposed between the bowl and the water source, and that is electrically connected to the microcontroller for instructing the at least one water valve to move from a first position to a second position for a duration of time, wherein the duration of time corresponds to the bowl status.

Power Supply Assembly for Plumbing Fixture

A power supply assembly and method for a plumbing fixture includes a control circuit that controls operation of the plumbing fixture, and a wireless power receiving circuit coupled to the control circuit that wirelessly receives energy and provides the energy to the control circuit. 1. A power supply assembly for a plumbing fixture , comprising:a control circuit configured to control operation of the plumbing fixture; anda wireless power receiving circuit coupled to the control circuit, the wireless power receiving circuit configured to wirelessly receive energy and provide the energy to the control circuit.2. The power supply assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a housing configured for mounting on the plumbing fixture claim 1 , the housing including the wireless power receiving circuit coupled to the control circuit.3. The power supply assembly of claim 1 , wherein the control circuit is configured to drive a solenoid to control the operation of the plumbing fixture.4. The power supply assembly of claim 1 , wherein the wireless power receiving circuit includes a battery configured to store the energy claim 1 , wherein the wireless power receiving circuit is configured to charge the battery with the energy claim 1 , and wherein the control circuit is configured to receive a supply of power from the battery.5. The power supply assembly of claim 1 , wherein the wireless power receiving circuit is configured to receive the energy wirelessly from a wireless power transmitting circuit spaced apart from the wireless power receiving circuit.6. The power supply assembly of claim 5 , further comprising the wireless power transmitting circuit claim 5 , wherein the wireless power transmitting circuit is positioned in a wall claim 5 , and wherein the wireless power receiving circuit is spaced apart from the wall.7. The power supply assembly of claim 6 , wherein the wireless power transmitting circuit is coupled to a mains electricity power supply.8. The power supply ...

AUTOMATIC PEDESTAL TOILET WITH SPA FEATURES

An apparatus for raising and lowering a toilet. The toilet is configured to be equipped with pedestals which are encased in separate compartments in the base of the toilet. The toilet comprises an actuator for raising and lowing the toilet, as a result of the pedestals being pressed or depressed. The toilet comprises a controller for controlling the actuator, wherein the controller sends a signal to the actuator to raise or lower the toilet based on the pedestals being pressed or depressed. The toilet comprises a controller for receiving a signal from one or more buttons pressed to indicate a predetermined selection, wherein the selection can be one or more of the activations of a seat warmer, bidet jet spray, hydro-flush, sound system or air freshener. 1. An apparatus for activating one or more features , said apparatus comprising:one or more pedestals attached to the base of the toilet;an actuator for raising and lowering the one or more pedestals, as a result of one or more button being pressed to signal a predetermined height; control the actuator, wherein the controller sends a signal to the actuator to raise or lower the toilet based on the pedestals being pressed or depressed;', 'receive a signal from one or more buttons pressed to indicate a predetermined selection, wherein the selection can be one or more of the activation of a seat warmer, a bidet jet spray, a hydro-flush, a sound system or an air freshener., 'a controller configured to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a first button of the one or more buttons is configured to activate two or more of a seat warmer claim 1 , bidet jet spray claim 1 , hydro-flush claim 1 , sound system or air freshener.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a combination of the one or more buttons is configured to:activate one or more of a seat warmer, bidet jet spray, hydro-flush, sound system or air freshener; ordeactivate one or more of a seat warmer, bidet jet spray, hydro-flush, sound system or air freshener.4. The ...

Toilet seat apparatus and toilet bowl apparatus

An objective would be to propose a toilet seat apparatus capable of detecting accurately various motions of a human body such as entering and leaving a restroom, sitting on and rising from a toilet seat. A human body detector ( 5 ) includes a frequency analyzer ( 52 c ), a recognizer ( 52 e ), and a database device ( 52 i ) storing sample data. The frequency analyzer ( 52 c ) converts a sensor signal into a frequency domain signal, and extracts signals of individual filter banks with different frequency bands. The recognizer ( 52 e ) has functions of detecting a human body entering a space where at least a toilet bowl ( 11 ) is installed and a human body of a person sitting on a toilet seat ( 12 b ) based on comparison between the sample data and detection data containing a frequency distribution of signals based on the signals of the individual filter banks ( 5 a ).

AUTO-CLEANING DEVICE FOR TOILET

An auto-cleaning device for a toilet includes a water inlet module, a water flushing module and a deodorization module, and also includes a power supply module, and a control circuit used for automatically starting the water flushing module and the deodorization module and controlling the water flushing time. The control circuit includes a toilet bowl operation starting circuit, a deodorization starting circuit, a water flushing mode selection circuit used for determining the water flushing time, and a water flushing starting circuit. 1. An auto-cleaning device for a toilet , comprising a water inlet module , a water flushing module and a deodorization module , wherein: further comprising a power supply module , and a control circuit which is used for automatically starting the water flushing module and the deodorization module and controlling the water flushing time; the control circuit comprises a device operation starting circuit , a deodorization starting circuit , a water flushing mode selection circuit which is used for determining the water flushing time , and a water flushing starting circuit.2. The auto-cleaning device for toilet according to claim 1 , wherein the water inlet module is arranged inside the toilet water tank claim 1 , consisting of a water inlet pipe claim 1 , a water replenishing pipe claim 1 , and a bistable solenoid valve claim 1 , wherein the upper end of water replenishing pipe is connected with the toilet water tank claim 1 , while the lower end is connected with the water inlet pipe by the bistable solenoid valve.31. The auto-cleaning device for toilet according to claim 1 , wherein the water flushing module is arranged inside the toilet water tank claim 1 , consisting of a water flushing pipe an air exhaust pipe and a water flushing valve claim 1 , wherein the water flushing valve is installed inside the water flushing pipe claim 1 , and one end of the air exhaust pipe is installed below the water flushing valve and connected with the ...

Controller assembly for automatic flush valve

A controller assembly for an automatic flush valve provides economical approach to transforming a manual flush valve into an automatic flush valve. The controller assembly includes a base for holding a battery set and a sensor into a combination, and a cap covering the combination. A solenoid valve and a membrane below the combination are receiving in a socket of a foundation. A ring is rotatably mounted around a bottom of the foundation. A sleeve passing the cap is mounted around the foundation and stands on the ring. The ring allows the controller assembly to be easily assembled with a valve body of any type into an automatic flush valve or to be easily removed from the automatic flush valve and replaced by a manual controller assembly so as to form a manual flush valve. Thereby, the transformation can be economical accomplished without replacing the existing valve body.

PROGRAMMABLE AUTOMATIC FLUSHOMETER

Methods for communicating with an automatic flush valve device. The automatic flush device having a variety of operational modes which can be selected from to control the operation of the device. The communication from the automatic flush device providing a user with information regarding the status of the flush valve device. 1. A method for communicating with an automatic flush device having a presence sensor and a manual activation mechanism , the method comprising:detecting a presence and beginning a presence timer, P;{'sub': 'af', 'entering an automatic flush cycle if the presence timer P exceeds a predetermined automatic flush period of time P;'}during the automatic flush cycle, monitoring for actuation of a manual flush apparatus, such that if a manual actuation is detected during the automatic flush cycle the automatic flush cycle is aborted, if no manual actuation is detected, flushing the automatic flush valve and exiting the automatic flush cycle;entering a programming state if manual actuation of the manual activation mechanism is detected for a second period of time;providing a visual indication of the operational modes of the automatic flush valve device;selecting an operational mode of the automatic flush valve device; andreturning to an operational state.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising creating a user signal by activating the manual flush mechanism in a predetermined pattern.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining if a range of the presence sensor is too short or too long based on predetermined values.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising determining ambient light in an environment around the automatic flush valve device.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the monitoring for actuation of the manual flush apparatus further comprises determining if a manual flush apparatus of the automatic flush device has been actuated by measuring the change in ambient light.6. The method of claim 4 , further comprising providing ...

SMART URINAL WITH MULTI SENSING ELECTRIC FIELDS

A smart urinal with multi sensing fields comprises a urinal body, two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means and a flushing control unit. A urinal body, a urinal facade which forms a basin, and a cavity arranged inside the urinal body. The two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive Sensing information according to a change of the electric field energy caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field corresponding to a sensed object. The flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information, 1. A smart urinal with multi sensing electric fields comprises: two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive sensing information according to a change of the electric field energy caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field corresponding to a sensed object; and', 'a flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information, wherein the flushing control unit controls flushing timing, flushing duration, and/or flush water amount., 'an urinal body, comprising a urinal facade which forms a basin, and an cavity arranged inside the urinal body;'}2. The structure defined in claim 1 ...

SMART TOILET WITH MULTI SENSING ELECTRIC FIELDS

A smart toilet with multi sensing fields comprises a toilet body, two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means and a flushing control unit. A toilet body, comprising a bowl face which forms a bowl area, and a and a cavity arranged inside the toilet body. The two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive sensing information according to a change of the electric field energy caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field corresponding to a sensed object. The flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information. 1. A smart toilet with multi sensing fields comprises:a toilet body, comprising a bowl face which forms a bowl area, and a cavity arranged inside the toilet body;two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive sensing information according to a change of the electric field caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means corresponding to a sensed object; anda flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information, wherein the flushing control unit controls flushing timing, flushing duration, and/or flush water amount.2. The structure defined in claim 1 , ...

TANK-LESS AUTOMATIC FLUSH TOILET

A tank-less automatic flush toilet includes a toilet stool, a pipe unit, an electric switching valve, a manual switching valve, and a sensor control unit. The pipe unit includes a flow-in pipe, a flow-out pipe which is upstream of a toilet bowl of the toilet stool, a first bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to the flow-in pipe, and a second bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to the flow-out pipe. The electric switching valve is connected in series between the flow-in and flow-out pipes. The manual switching valve is connected in series between the first and second bypass pipes. The sensor control unit is disposed for controlling the switch of the electric switching valve between a blocked state and a communicated state. 1. A tank-less automatic flush toilet , comprising:a toilet stool defining therein a toilet bowl;a pipe unit including a flow-in pipe, a flow-out pipe which is upstream of said toilet bowl, a first bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to said flow-in pipe, and a second bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to said flow-out pipe;an electric switching valve which is connected in series between said flow-in and flow-out pipes, and which is switchable between a blocked state, where fluid communication between said flow-in and flow-out pipes is blocked, and a communicated state, where said flow-in and flow-out pipes are fluidly communicated with each other;a manual switching valve which is connected in series between said first and second bypass pipes, and which is switchable between a closed state, where fluid communication between said first and second bypass pipes is closed, and an open state, where said first and second bypass pipes are fluidly communicated with each other; anda sensor control unit disposed for controlling the switch of said electric switching valve between the blocked state and the communicated state.2. The tank-less automatic flush toilet according to claim 1 , wherein said sensor control unit includes a sensor claim 1 , ...

AUTOMATIC FLUSH TOILET

An automatic flush toilet includes a toilet stool with a toilet bowl, a water tank unit, a first discharge member, a second discharge member, a pipe unit, a flush valve, a manual actuating unit, an electric switching valve, and a sensor control unit. The electric switching valve is controlled by the sensor control unit to permit water discharged from the first discharge member to flush the toilet bowl. The flush valve is controlled by the manual actuating unit to permit water discharged from the second discharge member to flush the toilet bowl. 1. An automatic flush toilet , comprising:a toilet stool defining therein a toilet bowl;a water tank unit defining therein a water storage space;a first discharge member mounted to said water tank unit, and defining a first discharge port downstream of said water storage space;a second discharge member mounted to said water tank unit, and defining a second discharge port downstream of said water storage space; a flow-out pipe disposed upstream of said toilet bowl,', 'a first flow-in pipe disposed downstream of said first discharge port,', 'a first connection pipe disposed downstream of said first flow-in pipe and upstream of said flow-out pipe, and', 'a second flow-in pipe disposed downstream of said second discharge port and upstream of said flow-out pipe;, 'a pipe unit including'}a flush valve which is disposed upstream of said second flow-in pipe, and which is switchable between a closed position, where fluid communication between said second flow-in pipe and said water storage space is blocked, and an open position, where said second flow-in pipe and said water storage space are fluidly communicated with each other;a manual actuating unit which is coupled to said flush valve for actuating movement of said flush valve from the closed position to the open position;an electric switching valve which is connected in series between said first flow-in pipe and said first connection pipe, and which is switchable between a blocked ...

AUTOMATIC FLUSHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Disclosed are an automatic flushing system and method, which enable the degree of pollution to be detected and the flushing to be performed automatically according to the degree of pollution following the use of the ceramic sanitary ware. More particularly, in the automatic flushing system and method, it is possible to detect the pollution degree of the liquid within the ceramic sanitary ware and/or within the connecting piece that connects the ceramic sanitary ware to the wastewater installation and also to detect the foreign matter within the liquid by the use of wireless signals, and the flushing is performed automatically with the required quantity of liquid according to the degree of pollution detected. 1. An automatic flushing system , which enables a degree of pollution to be detected following the use of ceramic sanitary ware and flushing to be performed automatically , characterized in that it comprises at least one pollution detection member which is a receiver or a transmitter or a transceiver being positioned in a way to face a wall of an elbow structure , which enables the ceramic sanitary ware to be connected to a wastewater installation , and enabling to detect a pollution degree of the liquid with wireless signals.2. An automatic flushing system according to characterized in that said pollution detection member is a receiver and a transmitter or a transceiver capable of sending wireless signals and capable of catching the reflected signals that pass through the elbow structure and through the liquid within the elbow structure in order to detect the degree of pollution.3. An automatic flushing system according to characterized in that it comprises at least one first transceiver or transmitter capable of sending wireless signals in order to detect the pollution and at least one second transceiver or receiver capable of catching the wireless signals claim 1 , which are sent by the first transceiver or transmitter and which pass through the elbow ...

DETECTION RANGE SPECIFICATION MEMBER FOR HUMAN BODY DETECTION SENSOR AND TOILET

A detection range specification member for a human body detection sensor is provided in a washroom and is configured to specify a detection range of a human body detection sensor having an infrared sensor body configured to detect a human body. The detection range specification member for the human body detection sensor includes a material that reduces transmission of infrared rays, and is provided so as to cover at least a part of the infrared sensor body. The detection range specification member for the human body detection sensor is a sheet member that is configured to allow installation on a sensor surface side of the infrared sensor body. 1. A detection range specification member for a human body detection sensor , comprising a material that reduces transmission of infrared rays;wherein the detection range specification member is provided in a washroom; andthe detection range specification member covers at least a part of an infrared sensor body of the human body detection sensor and specifies a detection range of the human body detection sensor.2. The detection range specification member for the human body detection sensor of claim 1 , wherein the detection range specification member is a sheet member that is configured to allow installation on a detection surface side of the infrared sensor body.3. The detection range specification member for the human body detection sensor of claim 2 , wherein the human body detection sensor is provided in a toilet claim 2 , andwherein the sheet member is configured to allow fitting into a recessed portion formed in the toilet.4. The detection range specification member for the human body detection sensor of claim 1 , wherein the detection range specification member is a cover member that is attachable to and detachable from the infrared sensor body so as to cover a detection surface side of the infrared sensor body.5. The detection range specification member for the human body detection sensor of claim 4 , wherein the cover ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING CROSS-TALK BETWEEN CAPACITIVE SENSORS

An apparatus and method is provided to reduce cross-talk between multiple capacitive sensors used in an electronic toilet and between multiple capacitive sensors used in an electronic faucet and an electronic soap dispenser. 1. An electronic soap dispenser comprising:a dispensing head including an outlet;a pump operably coupled to a soap storage reservoir to pump the liquid soap from the soap storage reservoir to the outlet of the dispensing head;a capacitive sensor operably coupled to the dispensing head, the capacitive sensor including an electrode, a first sense wire coupled to the electrode, and a second sense wire spaced apart from the electrode; anda controller coupled to the first and second sense wires of the capacitive sensor, the controller being programmed to receive first and second output signals the first and second sense wires, respectively, to determine a difference signal from a difference between the first and second output signals, to analyze the difference signal to detect actuation of the capacitive sensor by a user, and to selectively actuate the pump to dispense soap from the outlet of the dispensing head in response to a detected actuation of the capacitive sensor by the user.2. The electronic soap dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the controller is programmed to analyze the difference signal to distinguish between a user's hand sensed in a detection zone in close proximity to the dispensing head and a user's hand contacting the capacitive sensor.3. The electronic soap dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the controller is programmed to distinguish between the user's hand located in the detection zone and the user's hand contacting the capacitive sensor based upon an amplitude of the difference signal.4. The electronic soap dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the controller is programmed to distinguish between a user's hand touching the capacitive sensor and a user's hand grasping the capacitive sensor based upon a duration of contact of the user's hand ...

TOILET

The present disclosure relates to the field of sanitation, and discloses a toilet. The toilet includes a toilet bowl on which a toilet seat is provided, the toilet further includes: a detecting device configured to detect position information of a user; a retractable cover provided on the toilet seat and switchable between statuses of closing a through hole of the toilet seat and opening the through hole of the toilet seat; and a controller in signal connection to the detecting device and the retractable cover, and the controller is configured to compare the position information detected by the detecting device with a preset range, wherein the retractable cover is configured to retract in the case where the position information falls within the preset range, and to extend to cover the through hole in the case where the position information exceeds the preset range. 1. A toilet comprising a toilet bowl on which a toilet seat is provided , and the toilet further comprising:a detecting device configured to detect position information of a user;a retractable cover provided on the toilet seat and switchable between statuses of closing a through hole of the toilet seat and opening the through hole of the toilet seat; anda controller in signal connection to the detecting device and the retractable cover, and the controller is configured to compare the position information detected by the detecting device with a preset range,wherein the retractable cover is configured to retract in the case where the position information falls within the preset range, and to extend to cover the through hole in the case where the position information exceeds the preset range.2. The toilet according to claim 1 , wherein the controller is further is in signal connection to a flushing device in the water tank of the toilet claim 1 , and the controller is further configured to control the flushing device to flush after the retractable cover extends to cover the through hole.3. The toilet ...

Multi-port valve

Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to multi-port valves for use in controlling the direction of fluids and mixed media, and find particular use in connection with toilet systems, such as vacuum toilet systems.

APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONNECTING TO, MONITORING AND CONTROLLING BODILY WASTE RECEPTACLES

An apparatus, system and method for a receptacle suitable for control, data collection, and remote management. An exemplary receptacle may include a basin for receiving at least one viscous element; at least one sensor physically associated with the basin; and at least one actuator responsive to the at least one sensor, wherein actuation of the actuator outputs the viscous element to the basin. The receptacle may further include a controller at least partially physically proximate to the basin and capable of controlling the actuation of the at least one actuator; and a control system communicative with the local controller over at least open data path, wherein the control system imposes a plurality of rules to the controller. 1. A receptacle , comprising:a basin for receiving a viscous element;at least one sensor physically associated with the basin;at least one actuator responsive to the at least one sensor, wherein actuation of the actuator outputs the viscous element to the basin;a controller at least partially physically proximate to the basin and capable of controlling the actuation of the at least one actuator; anda control system communicative with the local controller over at least open data path, wherein the control system imposes a plurality of rules to the controller.2. The receptacle of claim 1 , wherein the basin comprises one of a commode claim 1 , a bidet claim 1 , a tub claim 1 , a shower claim 1 , a sink claim 1 , and a urinal.3. The receptacle of claim 1 , wherein the viscous element comprises a liquid.4. The receptacle of claim 3 , wherein the liquid comprises one of water claim 3 , soap claim 3 , and cleanser.5. The receptacle of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor comprises a presence detector.6. The receptacle of claim 1 , wherein the at least one actuator comprises at least one of a solenoid claim 1 , motor claim 1 , and microcontrollers.7. The receptacle of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor comprises an environmental sensor.8. ...

EXCREMENT TREATMENT METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SAME

The present invention aims for providing an excrement treatment device capable of directly discharging sewage in a sewage tank to the outside sewers by a compressed air supplied from the excrement treatment device. The present invention includes a step of opening a suction port of a suction valve of a sewage tank and closing a water discharge valve of the sewage tank a step of sucking air in the sewage tank from an air inlet/outlet of the sewage tank and sucking a sewage from a pipe connected to a suction port of the suction valve to store the sewage; a step of closing the suction port of the suction valve of the sewage tank and opening the water discharge valve of the sewage tank and a step of injecting a compressed air into the air inlet/outlet of the sewage tank to discharge the stored sewage to an outside from the water discharge valve 1. An excrement treatment method , comprising:a step of opening a suction port of a suction valve of a sewage tank and closing a water discharge valve of the sewage tank;a step of sucking air in the sewage tank from an air inlet/outlet of the sewage tank and sucking a sewage from a pipe connected to the suction port of the suction valve to store the sewage;a step of closing the suction port of the suction valve of the sewage tank and opening the water discharge valve of the sewage tank; anda step of injecting a compressed air into the air inlet/outlet of the sewage tank to discharge the stored sewage to an outside from the water discharge valve.2. The excrement treatment method according to claim 1 , whereina step of crushing a solid matter in the sewage tank is added before discharging the stored sewage to the outside from the water discharge valve.3. An excrement treatment device claim 1 , comprising:a sewage tank;a suction valve provided on the sewage tank, the suction valve opening and closing a suction port of a sewage pipe connected to the sewage tank;a water discharge valve provided on the sewage tank, the water discharge ...

Toilet bowl water level indication

Disclosed is a toilet bowl water level gauge and associated methods. In one embodiment, the toilet bowl water level gauge comprises a gauge assembly having a stem with a float, and a sleeve, wherein the stem is inserted in the sleeve and slides through the sleeve. Also, the toilet bowl water level gauge comprises a support attached to the gauge assembly, the support being adapted to engage a rim of a toilet bowl. In addition, bowl level sensors are employed for automated calibration of an automated bowl fill system.

INTELLIGENT, DATA GATHERING AND COMMUNICATING PORTABLE RESTROOMS

A portable restroom includes an enclosed interior including a door, a waste tank, a commode disposed within the enclosed interior and coupled to the waste tank, a power source, a microprocessor coupled to the power source, a door sensor positioned to sense whether the door is open or closed, and a door lock sensor positioned to sense whether the door is locked or unlocked. Sensors can be provided to sense the closed status of the door and the status of the door lock. Additional sensors can monitor various levels and usage of consumables. The microprocessor monitors the sensed data and wirelessly alerts a service provider when the restroom needs service. A payment receiving means can be provided to the portable restroom and coupled to the microprocessor so that a user can provide payment for access to the portable restroom. 1. A portable restroom , comprising:a door for accessing an enclosed interior of the portable restroom;a waste tank;a commode disposed within the enclosed interior and coupled to the waste tank;a power source;a microprocessor coupled to the power source;a door sensor positioned to sense whether the door is open or closed, the door sensor coupled to the microprocessor; anda door lock sensor positioned to sense whether the door is locked or unlocked, the door lock sensor coupled to the microprocessor.2. The portable restroom of claim 1 , further comprising:a fresh water tank;an electric pump coupled to the microprocessor and operably coupled to the fresh water tank and to the commode; anda fresh water level sensor disposed in the fresh water tank and coupled to the microprocessor.3. The portable restroom of claim 1 , wherein the commode comprises a bowl claim 1 , the bowl defining an opening in a front portion thereof claim 1 , and a water spray nozzle disposed on a rear portion of the commode.4. The portable restroom of claim 1 , further comprising a hand wash station disposed within the enclosed interior and coupled to a fresh hand wash water tank ...

TOUCHLESS FLUSHING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A touchless actuation system for a toilet includes a touchless sensor, a motor assembly, and a processing circuit. The processing circuit is configured to receive a signal from the touchless sensor and to detect an object within a detection region based on the signal. The touchless sensor lacks an optical path to the detection region. In some embodiments, the touchless sensor is a projected capacitive sensor. The processing circuit is configured to activate the motor assembly upon detecting the object and the motor assembly is configured to actuate flushing of the toilet when activated by the processing circuit. 1. A touchless actuation system for a toilet , the system comprising:a touchless sensor;a motor assembly; anda processing circuit configured to receive a signal from the touchless sensor and to detect an object within a detection region based on the signal, wherein the touchless sensor lacks an optical path to the detection region,wherein the processing circuit is configured to activate the motor assembly upon detecting the object and wherein the motor assembly is configured to actuate flushing of the toilet when activated by the processing circuit.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the actuation system is completely concealed within a closed reservoir for the toilet.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the touchless sensor is a projected capacitive sensor configured to project an electromagnetic field through a surface of the closed reservoir claim 2 , wherein the electromagnetic field defines a detection region outside the reservoir.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the surface of the closed reservoir is a lid of the reservoir and wherein the detection region is defined above the lid of the reservoir.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the processing circuit is configured to detect the presence of an object within the detection region and activate the motor assembly when said object is detected.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the object is a hand or ...

TOUCHLESS FLUSHING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A touchless actuation system for a toilet includes a touchless sensor, a motor assembly, and a processing circuit. The touchless sensor is located within a closed reservoir of the toilet. The processing circuit is configured to receive a signal from the touchless sensor and to detect an object within a detection region based on the signal. The detection region is external to the closed reservoir. The processing circuit is configured to facilitate flushing of the toilet through interaction with the motor assembly when the object is detected. 1. An actuation system for a toilet comprising:a first sensor configured to generate a first signal indicative of a first distance to an object within a detection region;a second sensor configured to generate a second signal indicative of a second distance to the object within the detection region; anda processing circuit configured to receive the first signal and the second signal and identify a gesture performed by the object based on the first distance and the second distance and initiate one or more actions for the actuation system based on the gesture.2. The actuation system of claim 1 , further comprising:a closed reservoir within the toilet including the first sensor and the second sensor, wherein the detection region is external to the closed reservoir.3. The actuation system of claim 2 , wherein the closed reservoir is optically opaque.4. The actuation system of claim 3 , wherein the first sensor or the second sensor project a field through a surface of the closed reservoir.5. The actuation system of claim 2 , further comprising:a housing within the closed reservoir includes the processing circuit.6. The actuation system of claim 1 , further comprising:a motor assembly configured to perform the one or more actions in response to an instruction from the processing circuit.7. The actuation system of claim 4 , wherein the one or more actions includes flushing of the toilet.8. The actuation system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

VOLUME CONTROLLABLE TOILET FLUSH SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE

A volume controllable toilet flush system, comprising: a cistern configured to hold and retain a fluid; a vertically moveable siphon assembly comprising a siphon portion, a pipe and at least one resilient element attached to the pipe; a toilet bowl shaped to retain and hold waste; an actuator operatively connected to the pipe by a stud attached to the pipe and configured to provide vertical movement to the siphon assembly, wherein movement of the siphon assembly by the actuator stores or releases energy in the at least one resilient element and, wherein downward vertical movement of the siphon assembly puts the toilet bowl in fluid communication with the cistern by creating a siphoning action between the siphon portion and the fluid in the cistern and wherein subsequent upward vertical movement of the siphon assembly terminates the siphoning action to stop fluid flow from the cistern to the toilet bowl. 1. A volume controllable toilet flush system , comprising:a cistern configured to hold and retain a fluid;a vertically moveable siphon assembly comprising a siphon portion, a pipe and at least one resilient element attached to the pipe;a toilet bowl shaped to retain and hold waste;an actuator operatively connected to the pipe by a stud attached to the pipe and configured to provide vertical movement to the siphon assembly,wherein movement of the siphon assembly by the actuator stores or releases energy in the at least one resilient element and, wherein downward vertical movement of the siphon assembly puts the toilet bowl in fluid communication with the cistern by creating a siphoning action between the siphon portion and the fluid in the cistern and wherein subsequent upward vertical movement of the siphon assembly terminates the siphoning action to stop fluid flow from the cistern to the toilet bowl.2. A system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one resilient element is attached to an upper end of the pipe downstream of the siphon portion.3. A system ...

ACTIVATION SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC URINAL

An activation system for electronic urinal comprises a urinal fluidly communicated with an inlet pipe and a control unit arranged between the urinal and the inlet pipe. The control unit includes a solenoid valve, a sensor, and a power supply. The solenoid valve is used for controlling to water or seal. The sensor is electrically connected to the solenoid valve. The power supply provides power to the solenoid valve and the sensor. The control unit has an activation switch which is electrically connected to the solenoid valve. The activation switch has a wireless transmission module and a timing controller for turning off the wireless transmission module. The activation switch is pressed so that the wireless transmission module is activated to set water discharge and a turn-off time of the solenoid valve and is turned off after a preset time counted by the time controller to save power. 1. An activation system for electronic urinal , comprising a urinal fluidly communicated with an inlet pipe and a control unit arranged between the urinal and the inlet pipe for controlling the inlet pipe to be shut down or opened; the control unit includes a solenoid valve , a sensor , and a power supply , the solenoid valve is used for controlling to water or seal , the sensor is electrically connected to the solenoid valve and used for sensing human body , the power supply provides power to the solenoid valve and the sensor; further characterized in that:the control unit has an activation switch which is electrically connected to the solenoid valve, the activation switch has a wireless transmission module and a timing controller for turning off the wireless transmission module; the activation switch is pressed so that the wireless transmission module is activated to set water discharge and a turn-off time of the solenoid valve and is turned off after a preset time counted by the time controller to save power.2. The activation system for electronic urinal as claimed in claim 1 , ...

INTELLIGENT, DATA GATHERING AND COMMUNICATING PORTABLE RESTROOMS

A portable restroom includes an automatic continuous flushing feature and a touchless flush request sensor. An automatic light provides welcome lighting in darker locations. An electric fan increases ventilation and reduces odor and temperature in the restroom. Sensors monitor various levels and usage of consumables. A processor monitors the sensed data and wirelessly alerts a service provider when the restroom needs service. A flushing bowl is placed in the commode opening to hide the waste within the tank. The flushing bowl includes a relatively small opening in a forward portion of the inner bowl surface for waste to pass through. A spray nozzle for directing water over the interior of the bowl is provided to minimize the chance that waste sticks to the inner bowl. 1. A portable restroom , comprising:a plurality of walls, a door in a door frame joined with the walls;a roof disposed atop the walls and door frame;a base provided to the plurality of walls and door frame to define a floor of the portable restroom, wherein the plurality of walls, the door in the door frame, the roof and the base together define an enclosed interior space, wherein the base defines a waste tank, a control electronics compartment and a fresh water tank therein;a commode disposed above the waste tank;a power source disposed within the control electronics compartment;a microprocessor disposed within the control electronics compartment and coupled to the power source;a memory coupled to the microprocessor;a waste level sensor disposed in the waste tank and coupled to the microprocessor;a fresh water level sensor disposed in the fresh water tank and coupled to the microprocessor;a door sensor positioned to sense whether the door is open or closed, the door sensor coupled to the microprocessor;a door lock sensor positioned to sense whether the door is locked or unlocked, the door lock sensor coupled to the microprocessor;a light disposed within the enclosed interior space and coupled to the ...

Method for Rinsing/Flushing a Toilet of a Vehicle and Toilet

The inventive embodiments concern a method for flushing a toilet for vehicles, especially for motor homes, buses, recreational vehicles, or watercraft, with a toilet bowl, a control unit for actuating a flushing with a control program, and with a conduit piece for drainage of the waste water from the toilet bowl into a waste-holding tank and a toilet system for implementing the method and a vehicle with the toilet system according to the inventive embodiments.

TOILET APPARATUS

A toilet apparatus according to an embodiment includes a toilet seat, a main part, a toilet, a tank, and a radio wave sensor. The toilet seat is pivotally supported by the main part to be openable and closable. The toilet is provided under the main part. The main part is placed on the toilet. The tank is provided inside the toilet. Water for washing the toilet is stored in the tank. The radio wave sensor is disposed higher than the tank. The radio wave sensor detects a human body by radiating a radio wave frontward of the main part. 1. A toilet apparatus , comprising:a toilet seat;a main part, the toilet seat being pivotally supported by the main part to be openable and closable;a toilet provided under the main part, the main part being placed on the toilet;a tank provided inside the toilet, the tank being able to store water for washing the toilet; anda sensor disposed higher than the tank, the sensor detecting a human body by radiating a radio wave frontward of the main part.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a toilet lid pivotally supported by the main part claim 1 ,the toilet lid being positioned rearward of the radio wave sensor in a state in which the toilet lid is open,the toilet lid being positioned frontward of the radio wave sensor in a state in which the toilet lid is closed.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a position in a left/right direction of the radio wave sensor is different from a position in the left/right direction of the tank.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a maximum directivity direction of the radio wave radiated from the radio wave sensor passes through an opening of the toilet seat in a state in which the toilet seat is open. This application is based upon and claims the benefit of priority from Japanese Patent Application No.2016-162439, filed on Aug. 23, 2016; the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.Embodiments described herein relate generally to a toilet ...

TOILET APPARATUS

A toilet apparatus according to an embodiment includes a human body detector and a controlled part. The toilet apparatus is mounted to a toilet. The human body detector radiates a radio wave and detects a human body based on the signal that is obtained. The human body detector outputs a control signal based on the detection result. The controlled part is controlled based on the control signal. The human body detector has two or more establishment times from when the signal is obtained until when the detection result based on the signal is established. 1. A toilet apparatus mounted to a toilet , the apparatus comprising:a human body detector capable of radiating a radio wave, the human body detector detecting a human body based on an obtained signal, the human body detector outputting a control signal based on a result of the detecting; anda controlled part, the controlled part being controlled based on the control signal,the human body detector having two or more establishment times from when the signal is obtained until when the detection result based on the signal is established.2. The apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the human body detector has two or more establishment times from a state in which the human body is detected as being present until when the human body is detected as being absent.3. The apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a main part provided on the toilet claim 1 , a toilet seat being pivotally supported by the main part to be rotatable claim 1 ,the human body detector controlling the controlled part based on the detection result when the toilet seat is in an open state.4. The apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe human body detector has a plurality of sensitivities,the plurality of sensitivities correspond respectively to two or more of the establishment times, andthe human body detector performs the detecting of the human body by using one of the plurality of establishment times and using one of the plurality of ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TOUCHLESS ACTUATION OF A TOILET

A trip lever assembly for a toilet includes a body and an infrared sensor. The body is configured to be mechanically coupled to a flush valve assembly of the toilet. The infrared sensor is coupled to the body, and is configured to be electrically coupled to the flush valve assembly. The body is configured to be manually actuated to control the flush valve assembly. The infrared sensor is a time-of-flight sensor configured to detect the distance of an object in a detection region of the infrared sensor to control the flush valve assembly. 1. An actuator assembly for a toilet flush valve , the actuator assembly comprising:a housing;a motor disposed in the housing;a gear coupled to an output shaft of the motor, wherein the gear is configured to rotate about a first longitudinal axis;a camshaft rotatably coupled to the housing, wherein the camshaft is in rotational engagement with the gear, and wherein the camshaft is configured to rotate about a second longitudinal axis that is parallel to the first longitudinal axis; andan actuator rod engaged with the camshaft, wherein the actuator rod is configured to be coupled to the toilet flush valve and to translate in a longitudinal direction relative to the camshaft in response to rotational movement of the camshaft to control the toilet flush valve.2. The actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the toilet flush valve includes a cannister claim 1 , wherein the actuator rod lifts the cannister to control the toilet flush valve.3. The actuator assembly of claim 2 , further comprising:an arm slidably engaged with a bottom portion of the cannister, wherein the actuator rod lifts the arm to lift the cannister.4. The actuator assembly of claim 3 , further comprising:a valve guide, wherein the arm is coupled to the valve guide.5. The actuator assembly of claim 4 , wherein the arm includes one or more tabs that are slidably disposed in slots of the valve guide.6. The actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the housing includes a ...

Rigid Piston Valve Incorporating a Solenoid

A rigid piston assembly for use in a conventional flush valve includes a rigid piston and a solenoid configured to fixedly engage within the valve body. A flush valve for a plumbing fixture as well as a method of retrofitting a piston valve into a diaphragm flush valve body which includes a rigid piston and solenoid configuration. 1. A rigid piston assembly for use in a flush valve , the flush valve having a valve body with a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet , the rigid piston assembly comprising:a cap configured to connect to the valve body at an end opposite the fluid outlet;a rigid piston comprising a disc shaped member having a central opening, an elongated hollow member that is attached to and extends down from the disc shaped member, and a piston seal; anda solenoid connectable to the cap,wherein the piston seal comprises a disc shaped body with a central opening and an annular skirt that is adapted to expand out toward the cap connected to the valve body and form a seal with the cap, andwherein the annular skirt extends around an outside perimeter of both the piston seal and the disc shaped member of the rigid piston.2. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the piston seal is attached directly to at least a portion of the disc shaped member of the rigid piston.3. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the piston seal is molded to the rigid piston.4. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the flush valve further comprises (1) an infrared sensor formed therein to activate the solenoid claim 1 , and/or (2) a radio frequency chip formed therein for wireless communication with a controller.5. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid piston further comprises guide members that maintain an alignment of the rigid piston within the valve during operation.6. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 5 , wherein the guide members extend down the length of the ...

Clean toilet and accessories

A toilet that includes a bowl, a tank configured to hold water, and a flush valve within the tank. The flush valve includes a valve body fluidly connecting the tank and the bowl, a float moveable relative to the valve body to open and close the flush valve, and a guide member coupled to the valve body for guiding movement of the float, where the guide member includes a chamber that is configured to hold a cleaning compound including a chemical compound and water. The cleaning compound is configured to be dispensed into the bowl through the valve body with the flush valve open.

Mountable projector

A mountable projector for illuminating an area near the mountable projector. The mountable projector includes a body and a light source, the light source providing light. The mountable projector also includes an image filter, where the light from the light source passes through the image filter and produces an image and a lens, where the lens focuses the image produced by the light filter. The mountable projector also includes an attachment, where the attachment is configured to allow the body to be mounted to a desired surface.

COMBINED FLUSHING AND FILLING UNIT AND METHOD FOR THE OPERATION THEREOF

A combined flushing and filling unit comprising a flush valve and a filling valve, which are situated in an inlet chamber to which line pressure is to be applied, and, between the inlet chamber and a particular outlet line, form a compensation chamber, each of which is closed with the aid of a servo-diaphragm, wherein the inlet chamber communicates with the compensation chambers via a connection opening, in each case, in the servo-diaphragm, and the compensation chambers each have a control opening for generating a pressure decrease, which releases the particular outlet line, in the relevant compensation chamber. Furthermore, a method for the operation of a combined flushing and filling unit comprising a flush valve for triggering an emptying process of a cistern is disclosed. 1. A combined flushing and filling unit comprising;a flush valve and a filling valve, which are situated in an inlet chamber to which line pressure is to be applied; anda compensation chamber between the inlet chamber and an outlet line, the compensation chamber being closed with the aid of a servo-diaphragm, wherein the inlet chamber communicates with the compensation chamber via a connection opening in the servo-diaphragm, andthe compensation chamber has a control opening for generating a pressure decrease, which releases the particular outlet line in the compensation chamber.2. The combined flushing and filling unit of claim 1 , wherein the outlet line of the filling valve opens into a filling line of the cistern and the outlet line of the flush valve leads into an inlet line for triggering the flushing process.3. The combined flushing and filling unit of claim 2 , wherein the inlet line is an inlet line of a cylinder-piston unit.4. The combined flushing and filling unit of claim 1 , wherein the control opening is closable with the aid of a plunger which is actuatable via a rotatably mounted camshaft.5. The combined flushing and filling unit of claim 4 , wherein the plunger resiliently ...

TOILET DEVICE AND TOILET SYSTEM

According to the embodiment, a toilet device includes a detector and a controller. The detector is detecting whether or not flush water is at a position lower than a full level and higher than a seal level at a surface of a bowl of a flush toilet. The controller is determining a clog state of the flush toilet based on a detection result of the detector after a flush water supplier is closed. The flush water supplier is located in a flow channel discharging flush water into the bowl. The position of the detection region of the detector at the surface of the bowl is separated from flush water flowing in a vertical direction from a water discharge port of the flow channel toward a bottom portion of the bowl after the flush water supplier is closed. 1. A toilet device , comprising:a detector detecting whether or not flush water is at a position lower than a full level and higher than a seal level at a surface of a bowl of a flush toilet; anda controller determining a clog state of the flush toilet based on a detection result of the detector after a flush water supplier is closed, the flush water supplier being located in a flow channel discharging flush water into the bowl,a position of a detection region of the detector at the surface of the bowl being separated from flush water flowing in a vertical direction from a water discharge port of the flow channel toward a bottom portion of the bowl after the flush water supplier is closed.2. A toilet device , comprising:a detector detecting whether or not flush water is at a position lower than a full level and higher than a seal level at a surface of a bowl of a flush toilet; anda controller determining a clog state of the flush toilet based on a detection result of the detector after a flush water supplier is closed, the flush water supplier being located in a flow channel discharging flush water into the bowl,a position of a detection region of the detector at the surface of the bowl being separated from flush water ...

Plumbing Control System, Method, and Apparatus for Preventing Repeated Use of an Appliance with Feedback

Provided is a system, method, and apparatus for preventing repeated use of a restroom appliance with visual feedback. The system includes a valve configured to control flow of a fluid by at least one valve operation, an actuator configured to request a use of the restroom appliance, at least one indicator configured to display at least three different visual states, and at least one controller in communication with the actuator, the valve, and the at least one indicator. The at least one controller is programmed or configured to control the at least one indicator to display a first visual state, receive a plurality of requests to operate the restroom appliance exceeding a maximum number of valve operations, perform a first valve operation in response to receiving a first request, and control the at least one indicator to display a second visual state in response to performing the first valve operation. 1. A system for preventing repeated use of a restroom appliance with visual feedback , comprising:a valve configured to control flow of a fluid to a restroom appliance by at least one valve operation;an actuator configured to request a use of the restroom appliance;at least one indicator configured to display at least three different visual states; and control the at least one indicator to display a first visual state of the at least three different visual states;', 'receive, from the actuator during a first time period, a plurality of requests to operate the restroom appliance, the plurality of requests exceeding a maximum number of valve operations associated with the first time period;', 'perform a first valve operation in response to receiving a first request of the plurality of requests;', 'control the at least one indicator to display a second visual state of the at least three different visual states in response to performing the first valve operation or receiving the first request;', 'perform at least one subsequent valve operation in response to receiving a ...

AN ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED FLUSHING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATION FOR THE SAME

A flushing system has a water reservoir; discharge equipment enabling delivery of water into the toilet bowl; the triggering member, which enables the water to be delivered via the discharge equipment; the normal operating mode in which the water is transferred by the triggering member; the standby mode in which the predetermined quantity of the water is transferred at the first predetermined period; the level measurement member enabling the level of water within the reservoir to be determined at a second period; the control panel comprising the first control member enabling the flushing system to operate in normal or standby mode; and the control unit for containing the information about the optimum water level within the reservoir, for comparing the level data to the optimum level information, for enabling the predetermined quantity of the water to be delivered at the first period when the flushing system is in standby mode. 1. A flushing system suitable for use in the delivery of water into a toilet bowl especially for cleaning said toilet bowl , comprisingat least one reservoir where the water obtained from a source is stored;at least one discharge equipment enabling the delivery of the water within the reservoir into the toilet bowl; andat least one triggering member, which is associated with the discharge equipment, is able to be actuated mechanically, in a touch-operated manner or in a non-contact manner, and enables, when actuated by a user, the water within the reservoir to be delivered into the toilet bowl via the discharge equipment;characterized in that it comprisesa normal operating mode in which the water within the reservoir is transferred into the toilet bowl by the use of said triggering member;a standby mode in which a predetermined quantity of the water that is present within the reservoir is transferred into the toilet bowl at a first predetermined period in case the toilet bowl will not be used for a certain duration of time;at least one level ...

Smart toilet and electric appliance system

A smart toilet ( 100 ) includes an information acquisition device ( 110 ) and a control device ( 120 ). The information acquisition device ( 110 ) is configured to acquire feature information of the smart toilet ( 100 ) in a working state, the feature information at least including voiceprint information and odor information, or voiceprint information, or odor information of a human body using the smart toilet ( 100 ). The control device ( 120 ) includes an identity recognition component ( 121 ) configured to recognize, according to the feature information, the identity of the human body using the smart toilet ( 100 ). An electric appliance system including the smart toilet ( 100 ) is further included.

TOILET WITH OVERFLOW PROTECTION

A flush toilet includes a bowl, a tank coupled to the bowl, a flush valve positioned within the tank, and a flush device configured to initiate a flush cycle. The automatic toilet further comprises an electronic sensing assembly having a sensing member positioned on the bowl for detecting an overflow condition of the bowl, an overflow device operably coupled to the flush device, and a controller in electronic communication with the electronic sensing assembly and the overflow device for controlling the flush device in response to a condition of the toilet. 1. A toilet comprising:a bowl;a tank positioned above the bowl;a flush actuator positioned within the tank;a waterway assembly in fluid communication with the flush actuator;at least one electrically operable valve assembly in fluid communication with the waterway assembly to control water flow from the waterway assembly to the flush actuator;an actuation sensor operably coupled to the at least one electrically operable valve assembly; andan overflow device in communication with the at least one electrically operable valve assembly.2. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein the actuation sensor is configured for proximity sensing.3. The toilet of claim 2 , wherein the actuation sensor is a capacitive sensor.4. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein a flush cycle of the toilet occurs when the flush actuator is pressurized by water in the waterway assembly.5. The toilet of claim 4 , wherein a flow rate of the waterway assembly is substantially constant.6. The toilet of claim 5 , wherein the pressure applied to the flush actuator is substantially constant.7. The toilet of claim 6 , further comprising a pressure relief valve downstream from the electrically-operable valve assembly.8. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein the overflow device includes a capacitive sensor coupled to the bowl to detect a water level in the bowl.9. The toilet of claim 1 , further comprises a flush valve having a flapper claim 1 , wherein the flush actuator ...

SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND DEVICES RELATING TO A URINAL

Systems, methods, and devices relating to urinal, in some examples having a movable portion able to pivot from a generally closed to a generally open position. The urinal may have a drain line engaged with a proximal end of the funnel for conveying urine and rinse water into a sewer line or a toilet bowl and a rinse line coupled with a water supply for rinsing urine therein. The urinal may be movable with the assistance of one or more sensors that may automatically signal other electrical or mechanical components to move one or more portions of the urinal, and may be include elements that seal portions of the urinal when not in use or during cleaning to reduce gas or liquid escaping from the urinal system. 1. A urinal comprising:a. a housing;b. a funnel coupled to the housing, wherein the funnel is configured to pivot between a first position within the housing and a second position at least partially outside of the housing;c. a water inlet coupled to the funnel, the water inlet configured to spray water within the funnel to at least partially rinse the funnel when the funnel is in the first position;d. a drain coupled to the funnel, the drain configured to permit water and urine to be removed from the funnel when the funnel is in the first position.2. The urinal of where in the urinal is coupled to a base that supports the urinal.3. The urinal of wherein the urinal includes brackets for mounting to a wall.4. The urinal of wherein the urinal includes near field communication circuitry programmed to detect the presence of a user.5. The urinal of wherein the urinal includes one or more infrared sensors configured to detect the presence of a user.6. The urinal of wherein the urinal includes a wireless interface configured to communicate data via the Internet to or from the urinal.7. The urinal of further comprising a manual valve configured to be used by a user to cause water to be dispensed through the water inlet into the funnel.8. The urinal of wherein the urinal is ...

TOILET SYSTEM

A tankless toilet system includes a tankless toilet and a sensor. The tankless toilet is configured to receive water from a water source. The tankless toilet includes a bowl, a first supply conduit, a rim jet, a sump, a second supply conduit, and a sump. The first supply conduit is configured to receive the water from the water source. The rim jet is fluidly coupled to the first supply conduit and configured to provide the water to the bowl. The sump is configured to receive the water from the bowl. The second supply conduit is configured to receive the water from the water source separate from the first supply conduit. The sump jet is fluidly coupled to the second supply conduit and configured to provide the water to the sump. The sensor is coupled to the tankless toilet. 1. A tankless toilet system comprising: a bowl;', 'a first supply conduit configured to receive the water from the water source;', 'a rim jet fluidly coupled to the first supply conduit and configured to provide the water to the bowl;', 'a sump configured to receive the water from the bowl;', 'a second supply conduit configured to receive the water from the water source separate from the first supply conduit; and', 'a sump jet fluidly coupled to the second supply conduit and configured to provide the water to the sump; and, 'a tankless toilet configured to receive water from a water source, the tankless toilet comprisinga sensor coupled to the tankless toilet and configured to detect a first capacitance value when a first amount of the water is in the sump and a second capacitance value when a second amount of the water is in the sump.2. The tankless toilet system of claim 1 , further comprising:a first valve disposed within the first supply conduit;a second valve disposed within the second supply conduit and operable between a first position, where the second valve facilitates flow of the water from the sump jet to the sump, and a second position, where the second valve prohibits flow of the ...

TOILET WITH OVERFLOW PROTECTION

A flush toilet includes a bowl, a tank coupled to the bowl, a flush valve positioned within the tank, and a flush device configured to initiate a flush cycle. The automatic toilet further comprises an electronic sensing assembly having a sensing member positioned on the bowl for detecting an overflow condition of the bowl, an overflow device operably coupled to the flush device, and a controller in electronic communication with the electronic sensing assembly and the overflow device for controlling the flush device in response to a condition of the toilet. 1. (canceled)2. A flush toilet , comprising:a bowl;a tank coupled to the bowl;a flush valve assembly positioned within the tank;a handle assembly configured to initiate a flush cycle and including a handle configured to be actuated by a user, a lever arm operably coupled to the handle, and a travel limiting assembly;an electronic sensing assembly having a sensing member positioned on the bowl for detecting an overflow condition of the bowl;an overflow device operably coupled to the handle assembly; anda controller in electronic communication with the electronic sensing assembly and the overflow device for controlling the travel limiting assembly in response to an overflow condition of the toilet.3. The flush toilet of claim 2 , wherein the travel limiting assembly comprises a pin and an actuator operably coupled to the pin claim 2 , and the actuator is operably coupled to the controller.4. The flush toilet of claim 3 , wherein the controller is configured to actuate the actuator to advance and retract the pin in response to the overflow condition of the toilet.5. The flush toilet of claim 4 , wherein the pin is configured to advance into a rotational direction of the lever arm during the overflow condition of the bowl.6. The flush toilet of claim 4 , wherein the pin is configured to advance into a portion of the handle during the overflow condition of the bowl.7. The flush toilet of claim 2 , wherein at least one ...

Rigid Piston Valve Incorporating a Solenoid

A rigid piston assembly for use in a conventional flush valve includes a rigid piston and a solenoid configured to fixedly engage within the valve body. A flush valve for a plumbing fixture as well as a method of retrofitting a piston valve into a diaphragm flush valve body includes a rigid piston and solenoid configuration. 1. A rigid piston assembly for use in a flush valve , the flush valve having a valve body with a fluid inlet , a fluid outlet , an outer cover , and a handle member , the rigid piston assembly comprising:a rigid piston having a central opening and a by-pass orifice, wherein the rigid piston is mounted within the valve body;a cap having a hollow stem that extends from a central opening in the cap, the cap configured to connect to the valve body at an end opposite the fluid outlet;a fitting having a first end and a second end, the first end of the fitting configured to fixedly connect to the cap;a solenoid adapted to connect to the second end of the fitting, anda piston seal adapted to fixedly engage to the rigid piston, wherein the piston seal comprises:(a) a central opening for receiving the rigid piston;(b) a central sealing ring extending out from and surrounding an edge of the central opening, the central sealing ring configured to form a seal with the fluid outlet of the flush valve;(c) a by-pass orifice; and(d) an annular skirt surrounding an outer edge of the piston seal and which is adapted to expand out toward the cap connected to the valve body and form a seal with the cap.2. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the central sealing ring of the piston seal is configured to form a seal with an inside portion of an outlet bore of the fluid outlet of the flush valve.3. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the piston seal is adapted to fixedly engage to cavities formed within the rigid piston.4. The rigid piston assembly according to claim 3 , wherein the piston seal comprises projections configured to ...

URINAL

A urinal capable of constraining the occurrence of uric scale in a discharge horizontal branch pipe even if flush water volume has been reduced by water conservation is disclosed. A urinal includes a control unit with a main flush mode M; a first equipment flushing mode M in which a portion of flush water flushes the upstream side of a connecting portion; and a second equipment flushing mode M in which a portion of flush water flushes the upstream side of the connecting portion. At least one of either the first mode M or the second mode M, the value of the discharge volume or the discharge instantaneous flow volume discharged is set to be equal to or greater than the value of the discharge volume or the discharge instantaneous flow volume in the main flush mode. 1. A urinal connected to a horizontal branch pipe by a urinal discharge pipe , comprising:a bowl portion for receiving a user's urine;a discharge trap portion for discharging to the downstream side flush water or urine flowing in from a discharge opening formed on the bottom portion of this bowl portion;a water supply means for supplying flush water to the bowl portion;and a control means for controlling the supply of flush water to the bowl portion;wherein the control means has:a main flush mode for flushing the bowl portion which has received the user's urine and discharging urine in the discharge trap;a first equipment flushing mode in which, after a main flush mode is executed, a part of the flush water flushes out the discharge horizontal branch pipe upstream of the connecting portion where the urinal discharge pipe is connected;a second equipment flush mode in which, after the first equipment flushing mode has been executed, and after a predetermined time has elapsed during which it is assumed that flush water which has flushed the side upstream of the connecting portion in the first equipment flushing mode will have flowed to downstream of the connecting portion, a part of the flush water flushes the ...

BIDET WASHING APPARATUS WITH LED DISPLAY SYSTEM

A motion activated bidet washing apparatus light emitting diode (LED) display system includes a bidet washing apparatus equipped with a control unit, a passive infrared (PIR) sensor supported by the apparatus or control unit, wherein the control unit regulates a flow of water through the apparatus and the LED display system; a light-dependent resistor (LDR) supported by the apparatus or control unit; one or more LEDs arranged around the apparatus or control unit; an electrical power source; and a printed circuit board in electrical communication with the electrical power source, the PIR sensor, the LDR, and the one or more LEDs, wherein a combination of the MR sensor and the LDR allows the LED display system to turn on only when in a dark environment and when someone comes nearby. 1. A motion activated bidet washing apparatus light emitting diode (LED) display system , comprising:a bidet washing apparatus equipped with a control unit, wherein the control unit regulates a flow of water through the apparatus and the LED display system;a passive infrared (PIR) sensor supported by the apparatus or control unit, wherein the PIR sensor measures infrared light radiating from objects in its field of view, wherein the PIR sensor includes a time delay adjustment for determining how long an output of the PIR sensor remains after detecting motion;a light-dependent resistor (LDR) supported by the apparatus or control unit, wherein the LDR decreases resistance with respect to receiving light on its surface;one or more LEDs arranged around the apparatus or control unit;an electrical power source; anda printed circuit board in electrical communication with the electrical power source, the PIR sensor, the LDR, and the one or more LEDs,wherein a combination of the PIR sensor and the LDR allows the LED display system to turn on only when in a dark environment and when someone comes nearby.2. The motion activated bidet washing apparatus LED display system of claim 1 , further ...

FACILITY DEVICE

A facility device includes a sensor which includes a light transmitting unit that transmits an optical signal and a light receiving unit that receives a reflected signal which is the optical signal transmitted from the light transmitting unit, reached a target object, and reflected, the light receiving unit transmitting a detection signal on the basis of the received reflected signal; and a panel which is arranged at a position in a first direction from the sensor. A display portion is provided on the panel, the display portion being configured to guide the target object to be placed at a predetermined position. The light transmitting unit includes a first light transmitting unit that is arranged to be capable of being directed toward a location which is in the first direction from the display portion. The display portion is arranged adjacent to the sensor in a front view of the facility device. 1. A facility device comprising:a sensor which includes a light transmitting unit that transmits an optical signal and a light receiving unit that receives a reflected signal which is the optical signal transmitted from the light transmitting unit, reached a target object, and reflected, the light receiving unit transmitting a detection signal on the basis of the received reflected signal; anda panel which is arranged at a position in a first direction from the sensor,wherein a display portion is provided on the panel, the display portion being configured to guide the target object to be placed at a predetermined position,wherein the light transmitting unit includes a first light transmitting unit that is arranged to be capable of being directed toward a location which is in the first direction from the display portion, andwherein the display portion is arranged adjacent to the sensor in a front view of the facility device.2. The facility device of claim 1 , whereinthe first light transmitting unit is oriented toward a direction that goes closer to the display portion in the ...

Touch Free Toilet

Present embodiments relate to a control panel and method of use for a touch free mobile toilet, for example which may be used in an RV or a boat, for non-limiting example. The control panel is mounted remotely or spaced from the toilet on a stand or wall of the bathroom and may be wired or wirelessly connected to control the toilet. Alternatively, the control panel may be connected to the toilet. The control panel may include at least one sensor to control to detect preselected movements, for example hand movements, then convert such movement to a command function for the toilet operation. 1. A method of providing a hands-free function for flushing a mobile toilet , comprising:providing a mobile toilet;providing a control panel having a sensor in the control panel and in communication with the toilet, one of remotely from said toilet or connected to the toilet;detecting, by the sensor, a preselected hand movement;flushing the mobile toilet based on the sensor detecting the preselected hand movement; and,filling the mobile toilet with the control panel.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising providing a vacuum system for use with the toilet.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising providing claim 2 , at the control panel claim 2 , a first indicator that vacuum is sufficient.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising providing claim 3 , at the control panel claim 3 , a second indicator that the vacuum is insufficient.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising providing at least one flush function actuator requiring touch.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising providing a flush button.7. The method of claim 5 , further comprising providing an add water button.8. A method of providing a hands-free function for flushing a mobile toilet claim 5 , comprising:providing a mobile toilet;providing a control panel having a sensor in the control panel and in communication with the toilet, the control panel being remotely located;detecting, by the sensor, ...

USER IDENTITY IN HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

A system of household appliances is configured to provide services according to user identity. The system includes a first appliance, a server or other network device, and a second appliance. The first appliance is configured to collect sensor data associated with an identity of a user. The server or other network device is configured to receive the sensor data from the first appliance and analyze the sensor data to determine the identity of the user. The second appliance is configured to provide a device function to the user based on the identity determined from the sensor data collected by the first appliance. 1. A system of household appliances for providing services according to user identity , the system comprising:a first appliance configured to collect sensor data associated with an identity of a user;a server configured to receive the sensor data from the first appliance and analyze the sensor data to determine the identity of the user; anda second appliance configured to provide a device function to the user based on the identity determined from the sensor data collected by the first appliance.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first appliance or the second appliance is a bathroom appliance connected to plumbing.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first appliance or the second appliance is a water consuming appliance.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the device function includes activation or deactivation of a light claim 1 , a sink claim 1 , a shower claim 1 , a speaker claim 1 , a bathtub claim 1 , a vibration device claim 1 , a cleaning system claim 1 , or a toilet.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a third appliance configured to provide a device function to the user based on the identity determined from the sensor data collected by the first appliance.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first appliance is an intelligent mirror claim 1 , a programmable shower claim 1 , a bathtub sensory device claim ...

Mirror

A mirror assembly includes a mirror substrate, a sensor, and a controller. The mirror substrate is configured to provide a reflection of objects including a user. The sensor is configured to collect sensor data from the user. The controller is configured to analyze the sensor data and select an auxiliary command for an auxiliary device coordinated with the mirror assembly. The auxiliary command is selected for the user.

SANITARY WASHING DEVICE

According to one embodiment, a sanitary washing device for washing human private parts includes a nozzle configured to jet water toward the human private parts, and a protective electronic circuit configured to prohibit operation of at least part of the sanitary washing device when a component of the sanitary washing device fails. The protective electronic circuit includes a failure diagnosis part configured to diagnose a failure of a component of the protective electronic circuit. At least part of the operation related to the jetting in the sanitary washing device is prohibited when a failure of the component of the sanitary washing device is sensed by diagnosis using the failure diagnosis part. 1. A sanitary washing device for washing human private parts , comprising:a nozzle configured to jet water toward the human private parts; anda protective electronic circuit configured to prohibit operation of at least part of the sanitary washing device when a component of the sanitary washing device fails,the protective electronic circuit including a failure diagnosis part configured to diagnose a failure of a component of the protective electronic circuit, andat least part of the operation related to the jetting in the sanitary washing device being prohibited when a failure of the component of the sanitary washing device is sensed by diagnosis using the failure diagnosis part.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least part of the operation related to the jetting includes water supply from a water supply source to the nozzle.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the at least part of the operation related to the jetting further includes blocking of supply of electric power to at least part of the sanitary washing device.4. The device according to claim 2 , further comprising:a water supply controlling part configured to control water supply to the nozzle,wherein the at least part of the operation related to the jetting includes water supply to the ...

Novel enclosures for automatic bathroom flushers

A bathroom flusher includes a flusher body, a valve assembly, an electronic control system, and a flusher cover. The flusher body includes an inlet and an outlet, and is designed to accommodate the valve assembly that controls water flow between the inlet and the outlet. The valve assembly includes a valve member movable with respect to a valve seat providing a sealing action based on applied pressure on the valve assembly. The bathroom flusher also includes an external cover designed for enclosing an electronic control module comprising a battery, a sensor, and an actuator for controlling operation of the flush valve, wherein the external cover includes at least two cover parts separately removable, and wherein the external cover is attachable with respect to the valve body in a manner also allowing removable attachment of the control module. 112-. (canceled)13. An automatic toilet room flush valve , comprising:a valve body including an inlet and an outlet and a valve seat inside said body;a valve member cooperatively arranged with said valve seat, said valve member being constructed and arranged to control water flow between said inlet and said outlet, movement of said valve member between open and closed positions being controlled by water pressure inside a pilot chamber; andan external cover defining a cavity designed for enclosing a battery, a sensor and an actuator for controlling operation of said flush valve, said external cover including a main cover body, a front cover and a top cover.1415-. (canceled)16. The flush valve of wherein said top cover is removable while maintaining said front cover including a sensor window located in place with respect to said main cover body.17. The flush valve of wherein said sensor is an optical sensor and said sensor window in an optical window.18. The flush valve of further constructed to adjust detection sensitivity of said sensor while maintaining said optical window located on said main cover body.19. The flush valve ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING A FLUSH TOILET

A system of controlling a flush toilet, which includes a first flushing channel and a second flushing channel, and the system contains: a depressurizing valve including an inlet connecting with an inlet pipe fitting, a first outlet, and a second outlet; a first water-supply pipe fitting employed to supply water from the first outlet toward the first flushing channel; a second water-supply pipe fitting applied to supply the water from the second outlet toward the second flushing channel; a first solenoid valve controlled to start and stop the first water-supply pipe fitting. The system also contains a second solenoid valve controlled to start and stop the second water-supply pipe fitting; a water pressure sensor for sensing a water pressure in the depressurizing valve and transmitting a pressure signal; and a control unit for receiving a flushing signal started by a user and the pressure signal from the water pressure sensor. 1. A system of controlling a flush toilet , which includes a first flushing channel and a second flushing channel , and the system comprising:a depressurizing valve including an inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet; the inlet being in connection with an inlet pipe fitting;a first water-supply pipe fitting employed to supply water from the first outlet of the depressurizing valve toward the first flushing channel of the flush toilet;a second water-supply pipe fitting applied to supply the water from the second outlet of the depressurizing valve toward the second flushing channel of the flush toilet;a first solenoid valve controlled to start and stop the first water-supply pipe fitting;a second solenoid valve controlled to start and stop the second water-supply pipe fitting;a water pressure sensor used to sense a water pressure in the depressurizing valve and to transmit a pressure signal;a control unit served to receive a flushing signal started by a user and the pressure signal from the water pressure sensor, such that after receiving the ...

LINE PRESSURE-DRIVEN, TANKLESS, SIPHONIC TOILET

A tankless toilet includes a bowl, a trapway, and a jet. The bowl includes a rim at an upper portion of the bowl and a sump at a lower portion of the bowl. The trapway extends from the sump to a drain. The jet includes a main channel configured to receive a supply of water from a supply conduit, and a plurality of distribution channels configured to introduce water received from the main channel to at least one of the sump and the trapway. The jet is configured to receive the supply of water from the supply conduit at a first flow rate and induce a flow from the supply of water into the trapway at a second flow rate greater than the first flow rate to prime a siphon within the trapway. The second flow rate is greater than the first flow rate prior to priming the siphon. 120.-. (canceled)21. A toilet comprising:a bowl including a rim at an upper portion of the bowl and a sump at a lower portion of the bowl;a trapway extending from the sump to a drain; anda jet including a main channel configured to receive a supply of water from a supply conduit and a spiral feature configured to entrain the supply of water in a spiral.22. The toilet of claim 21 , wherein the spiral feature includes a spiral rib claim 21 , a spiral protrusion claim 21 , a spiral channel claim 21 , a helical rib claim 21 , or a helical channel.23. The toilet of claim 21 , wherein the spiral feature includes a plurality of ribs or a plurality of channels.24. The toilet of claim 21 , wherein at least a portion of the spiral feature extends through the main channel.25. The toilet of claim 21 , further comprising:a dynamic element configured to rotate under a force from the supply of water.26. The toilet of claim 21 , wherein the jet is configured to receive the supply of water from the supply conduit at a first flow rate and induce a flow from the supply of water into the trapway at a second flow rate greater than the first flow rate to prime a siphon within the trapway.27. The toilet of claim 26 , ...

FLUSH TOILET

A flush toilet includes: a water supply channel that allows flush water to be supplied from a flush water storage tank to a rim spout port and a jet spout port; and a switching device that switches a water supply path so as to execute a first flushing process of spouting the flush water in the water supply channel from the rim spout port and after that, execute a second flushing process of spouting the flush water in the water supply channel from at least the jet spout port. The switching device includes a switching valve body that operates by receiving the water pressure of the flush water pressurized by a pressure pump. This switching valve body performs switching to a water supply path that allows the first flushing process or the second flushing process to be executed according to the water pressure generated by the pressure pump. 1. A flush toilet flushed with pressurized flush water , comprising:a flush water storage tank configured to store flush water;a toilet main body including a bowl, a rim spout port and jet spout port configured to spout the flush water, and a discharge trap part;a water supply channel configured to allow flush water to be supplied from the flush water storage tank to each of the rim spout port and the jet spout port;a switching device provided on the water supply channel and configured to switch a water supply path for supplying flush water to each of the rim spout port and the jet spout port, the switching device switching the water supply path so as to first execute a first flushing process for spouting the flush water in the water supply channel from the rim spout port and then, execute a second flushing process for spouting the flush water in the water supply channel from at least the jet spout port; anda pressure pump configured to pressurize the flush water to be supplied from the flush water storage tank to the water supply channel, thereby allowing a flow rate of the flush water in the water supply channel to be adjusted, the ...

SEMI-AUTOMATIC TOILET BOWL SYSTEM

The present disclosure relates to a semi-automatic toilet bowl system that automatically closes a toilet cover and performs flush by sensing that a user finishes relieving nature after manually opening the toilet cover to relieve nature. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a semi-automatic toilet bowl system that can prevent excreta and toilet water from flying outside, can semi-automatically open a cover only when the toilet is used, and can prevent power consumption for opening the toilet by automatically rotating and closing the toilet cover and automatically performing flush when a user who feels nature's call manually open the toilet cover and then finishes relieving his/her nature. 1. A semi-automatic toilet bowl system comprising:a toilet disposing of excreta of a user;a sensing unit sensing that a cover of the toilet is opened and the toilet is used;a counting unit counting a pre-input time when the sensing unit senses that a user uses the toilet; anda controller controls the cover of the toilet to close or the toilet to perform flush when the counting unit finishes counting the pre-input time,wherein the counting unit is composed of:a primary counting module counting a pre-input time when the sensing senses that a user leaves the toilet; anda secondary counting module counting a pre-input time when the cover of the toilet is closed, andthe controller rotates the cover of the toilet to close and drives the second counting module in response to a signal transmitted from the primary counting module that finishes counting, and controls the toilet to perform flush in response to a signal transmitted from the secondary counting module that finishes counting.2. The semi-automatic toilet bowl system of claim 1 , wherein the sensing unit includes:a cover opening/closing sensing module sensing a closed or open state of the cover of the toilet;a use sensing module sensing whether a user uses and leaves the toilet; anda seat cover sensing module ...

Flush-All

Improvements in a toilet flush system where the flush is not determined only by a simple gravitational flow of the water tank content. The Flush-All provides a quick flush, as soon as the flush handle is released the flushing stops. There is no sticking of the flushing flapper, leaky flapper, leaky O-rings, sticky plungers, wasted water flow by improperly adjusted water level height as water continuously flows over the overfill tubing, or defects in the incoming water automatic shut off system or the noise that accompany such continuous flow. The Flush-All provides a universal design that can be used on most toilet bowls systems, a simple retrofitting procedure using a universal mounting base that is retrofitted to most existing toilet bowl. The only part to be replaced is the toilet tank. It is a quick and easy procedure that requires no structural damage or repair to the bathroom. 1. A toilet flush system comprising:a sealed tank assembly;said tank assembly having an input for a water supply;said tank assembly having a trapped air and city water pressure reservoir;said tank assembly having a water reservoir;said pressure reservoir being pressurized by said water supply, anda flushing mechanism that initializes a flush sequence.2. The toilet flush system according to wherein said pressure reservoir and said water reservoir are the same reservoir.3. The toilet flush system according to wherein said flushing mechanism is a handle or a button or a motion activated sensor.4. The toilet flush system according to wherein said handle raises and lower a sealing washer.5. The toilet flush system according to wherein said handle operates through a ball and socket joint.6. The toilet flush system according to wherein said motion activated sensor is on a rotatable base.7. The toilet flush system according to wherein said sealed tank has a universal mounting base with more than two mounting holes.8. The toilet flush system according to further includes at least one threaded All ...

TOILET DEVICE

A toilet device includes a toilet main body, a base plate-which is provided on an upper portion of the toilet main body and on which a functional unit is mounted, and a cover which covers the base plate from an upper side such that the functional unit is accommodated. The cover has a protrusion portion that protrudes further downward than the base plate and that is positioned closer to a toilet bowl of the toilet main body than the base plate. A recess portion, which communicates with the toilet bowl and is open to the upper side, is formed in the toilet main body. The base plate is arranged on the recess portion.

DELAY TIMER FOR THE DELAYED FLUSHING OF A TOILET

A delay timer for the delayed flushing of a toilet includes a timer mechanism, an external switch, and a retracting device. The external switch is in communication with the timer mechanism. The retracting device has a retractable line and is in communication with the timer mechanism. The retractable line is configured to be connected to a chain or a flapper in a tank of the toilet for flushing the toilet. Wherein, when the external switch is activated, the timer mechanism is configured to delay a set period of time and then communicate with the retracting device to retract the retractable line to flush the toilet after the set period of time from when the external switch was activated. 1. A delay timer for delayed flushing of a toilet comprising:a timer mechanism;an external switch in communication with the timer mechanism;a retracting device with a retractable line, the retracting device is in communication with the timer mechanism, the retractable line is configured to be connected to a chain or a flapper in a tank of the toilet for flushing the toilet;wherein, when the external switch is activated, the timer mechanism is configured to delay a set period of time and then communicate with the retracting device to retract the retractable line to flush the toilet after the set period of time from when the external switch was activated.2. The delay timer for delayed flushing of a toilet of claim 1 , wherein the external switch communicates with the timer mechanism via a wire.3. The delay timer for delayed flushing of a toilet of claim 1 , wherein the external switch includes a lighted push button configured to light up when pushed to verify the external switch has been pressed and the timer mechanism has begun delaying the set period of time to automatically flush the toilet.4. The delay timer for delayed flushing of a toilet of claim 1 , wherein the external switch is incorporated into a handle configured for flushing the toilet claim 1 , wherein the handle including ...

Water Tank-Less Toilet Flushing System with Control System Thereof

A water tank-less toilet flushing system includes a toilet bowl and a control system which includes a flush valve located higher than a top surface of the toilet bowl and a check valve operatively linked to the flush valve. When the flush valve is opened, the check valve is closed due to a water pressure for enabling the water to flush the toilet bowl. When the flush valve is closed, the check valve is opened for communicating an interior of the flush valve with an ambient atmosphere to prevent water in the toilet bowl to be backflow to the flush valve.

Programmable Toilet Flush Initiating, Monitoring and Management System and Method Thereof

The present invention relates to a toilet flushing initiating, monitoring and management system initiated by the unlocking of a locking member on a door mounted in a stall typically found in a bathroom such as a public bathroom. 1. A system for managing toilet flushing in a bathroom stall , comprising: a door lock chamber,', 'a slider capable of translating from a first position to a second position, the slider comprising a first end and a second end opposite the first end, wherein the slider first end in the first position is inserted in the door lock chamber and the slider first end in the second position is free of the door lock chamber;', 'a sensor configured for sensing the slider when the slider is in the second position;', 'a signal emitter operatively connected to the sensor and configured to send a wireless signal to a flush signal receiver upon sensing by the sensor that the slider has been moved to the second position;, 'a door locking member comprising,'}a toilet flushing controller operatively joined to the flush signal receiver; anda toilet flushing actuator controlled by the toilet flushing controller.2. The system as recited in further comprising a system controller configured to set intervals of time during which a flush can be activated.3. The system as recited in wherein the system controller is configured to set the duration of flushing intervals for all toilets in a bathroom.4. The system as recited in wherein the system controller is configured to set the duration of flushing intervals for all toilets in a building.5. The system as recited in wherein the system controller is configured to prevent a toilet from flushing for a predetermined period of time after its previous flush.6. The system as recited in further comprising a toilet handle claim 1 , lever claim 1 , or button operatively joined to the flushing actuator to manually flush the toilet.7. The system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the toilet flushing controller is configured to count ...

AUTOMATIC FLUSHING SYSTEM FOR TOILET AND ELECTRONIC BIDET HAVING THE SAME

An automatic flushing system for toilet and an electronic bidet toilet having the same are disclosed. The automatic flushing system for toilet has as overflow passage connecting an overflow port of a tank or a vacuum breaker to a toilet bowl. The overflow passage includes a first overflow line having a first end fixedly connected to a tank overflow port and a second end fixedly connected to a rim outlet of the toilet bowl, and a second overflow line having a first end fixedly connected to a vacuum breaker overflow port and a second end fixedly connected to a jet outlet of the toilet bowl. According to the present utility model, the overflow problem of the water and vacuum breaker is solved and generation of bubbles in the vacuum breaker during overflowing is eliminated. 1. An automatic flushing system for toilet comprising a tank , a vacuum breaker , and at least one overflow passage connecting an overflow port of the tank or of the vacuum breaker to a toilet bowl.2. The automatic flushing system for toilet according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one overflow passage includes a first overflow line having a first end fixedly connected to a tank overflow port and a second end fixedly connected to a rim outlet of the toilet bowl claim 1 , and a second overflow line having a first end fixedly connected to a vacuum breaker overflow port and a second end fixedly connected to a jet outlet of the toilet bowl.3. The automatic flushing system for toilet according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one overflow passage includes a first overflow line having a first end fixedly connected to a tank overflow port and a second end fixedly connected to a jet outlet of the toilet bowl claim 1 , and a second overflow line having a first end fixedly connected to a vacuum breaker overflow port and a second end fixedly connected to a rim outlet of the toilet bowl.4. The automatic flushing system for toilet according to claim 2 , wherein the first overflow line includes a first check ...

Flush toilet

A flush toilet in which a comparatively large storage region that stores a functional unit can be formed in a region in more rear side than a bowl of a toilet main body, while improving designability of the whole flush toilet is provided. A toilet main body of a flush toilet includes a skirt and a rear function storage portion, the skirt includes an opening, the opening being formed in a portion of an upper part of an outer wall of the skirt, the opening allowing the rear function storage portion inside the skirt to open toward outside the skirt, and a part of the functional unit stored in the rear function storage portion forms an outer surface to close the opening.

FLUSH TOILET APPARATUS

A flush toilet apparatus includes a toilet body that includes a rim water spout port, a tank that stores washing water, a rim side water supply channel that supplies washing water to the rim water spout port, a tank side water supply channel that supplies washing water to the tank, a flow channel switching part that adjusts an amount of washing water that is supplied to one or both of the rim side water supply channel and the tank side water supply channel, and an electrical power failure detection part that detects electrical power failure, wherein, in a case where electrical power failure is caused when washing water is supplied to the tank side water supply channel, the flow channel switching part decreases washing water that is supplied to the tank side water supply channel and increases washing water that is supplied to the rim side water supply channel. 1. A flush toilet apparatus that discharges waste to a water drainage pipe by washing water , comprising:a toilet body that includes a bowl part that receives waste, a rim water spout port that spouts washing water to the bowl part, and a drainage water trap pipeline that is connected to a bottom part of the bowl part and discharges waste from the bowl part to the water drainage pipe;a tank that stores washing water that is supplied from a water supply channel;an on-off valve that opens or closes the water supply channel;a rim side water supply channel that supplies washing water to the rim water spout port through a branching part that is provided on a downstream side of the water supply channel;a tank side water supply channel that supplies washing water to the tank through the branching part;a flow channel switching part that is provided on the branching part and is operated to adjust an amount of washing water that is supplied to one or both of the rim side water supply channel and the tank side water supply channel;a control part that controls the on-off valve and the flow channel switching part; andan ...

TOILET DEVICE

According to an embodiment, a toilet device includes a detector configured to detect at least one of a water level inside a flush toilet or an indicator associated with the water level, a clog determiner determining a clog state of the flush toilet based on a detection result of the detector, and a controller determining, based on a determination result of the clog determiner, whether or not to prohibit a flushing water supply to the flush toilet. The controller sets a flush prohibition time at least after the flushing water supply to the flush toilet has ended. A flush operation for flushing the flush toilet not is accepted temporarily in the flush prohibition time. The clog determiner determines the clog state of the flush toilet based on the detection result of the detector within the flush prohibition time or directly after the flush prohibition time. 1. A toilet device , comprising:a detector configured to detect at least one of a water level inside a flush toilet or an indicator associated with the water level;a clog determiner determining a clog state of the flush toilet based on a detection result of the detector; anda controller determining, based on a determination result of the clog determiner, whether or not to prohibit a flushing water supply to the flush toilet,the controller setting a flush prohibition time at least after the flushing water supply to the flush toilet has ended, a flush operation for flushing the flush toilet not being accepted temporarily in the flush prohibition time,the clog determiner determining the clog state of the flush toilet based on the detection result of the detector within the flush prohibition time or directly after the flush prohibition time.2. The toilet device according to claim 1 , wherein the clog determiner determines the clog state of the flush toilet after a prescribed period of time after the flushing water supply to the flush toilet has ended.3. The toilet device according to claim 1 , whereinwhen the clog ...

SENSOR DEVICE THAT CAN BE ARRANGED IN OR ON A TOILET BOWL

The present disclosure relates to a method carried out by a sensor device arranged in and/or on a toilet bowl. The method includes the steps of detecting, by a sensor of the sensor device, at least one first environmental parameter in an environment of the sensor device with the first environmental parameter being characteristic of a cleanliness of the toilet bowl, and determining and/or effecting the determination of an item of control information by the sensor device at least partly depending on the detected first environmental parameter.

Cistern Assembly

The current invention is directed to a cistern assembly for a flush toilet where the cistern assembly includes a cistern housing including a cistern lid and a cistern base, a cistern member pivotally attached within the cistern housing, and an actuator means associated with the cistern member to pivot the cistern member relative to the cistern housing to discharge the stored water. The cistern member has a base wall that forms a chamber to store the water and a passageway to discharge the water from the chamber, the passageway has an internal inlet and a cistern outlet and is shaped to siphon water through the passageway. The internal inlet is positioned substantially on or adjacent to the pivot vertical axis of the cistern member when the cistern member is in one of the pivoted positions. The actuator means can tilt the cistern member to actuate discharge of water through the passageway so that when the cistern member is pivoted and the passageway is moved below the water level of the stored water of the chamber, the water is drawn through the passageway to the cistern outlet until air within the chamber enters the passageway preventing further water from being drawn into the passageway. 113-. (canceled)14. A cistern assembly for a flush toilet includinga cistern housing;a cistern member pivotally attached within the cistern housing and able to move between pivoted positions through an equilibrium position, the cistern member has a base wall that forms a chamber to store water and a passageway to discharge water from the chamber, the passageway has an internal inlet and a cistern outlet and is shaped to siphon water through the passageway; the passageway forms a substantially U-shaped channel where the base wall bends in a U-shape so that an inner section of the base wall cooperates to form the internal inlet and an outer section of the base wall cooperates to form the cistern outlet; andan actuator associated with the cistern member to pivot the cistern member ...

Flush toilet bowl

A flush toilet bowl capable of satisfactorily cleaning a toilet during a power failure is provided. The flush toilet bowl includes: a toilet bowl main body ( 10 ) that includes a bowl ( 11 ); a toilet bowl device ( 30 ) that is attached to the toilet bowl main body ( 10 ) including a human body detection sensor ( 32 A), a local cleaning device ( 31 ), a heated toilet seat ( 21 ), or the like and is driven using a commercial power source (P) as a power source; and a toilet bowl cleaning device ( 50 ) that is driven using a battery ( 55 ) as a power source and supplies cleaning water to the bowl ( 11 ).

REED SWITCH WITH COMMUNICATION FUNCTION WHICH USED FOR URINAL

A system for controlling a magnetic switch in urinals includes a switch control unit and a control signal receiving unit connected to the switch control unit via a magnetic field. The switch control unit is configured to generate and eliminate the magnetic field based on a received pulse signal. The control signal receiving unit outputs an on signal in response to sensing the generation of the magnetic field and outputs an off signal in response to sensing the elimination of the magnetic field. 1. A system for controlling a magnetic switch , comprising:a switch control unit; anda control signal receiving unit connected to the switch control unit via a magnetic field;wherein the switch control unit generates and eliminates the magnetic field based on a received pulse signal; andwherein the control signal receiving unit outputs an on signal in response to sensing the generation of the magnetic field and outputs an off signal in response to sensing the elimination of the magnetic field.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the switch control unit comprises a first power source and a coil, a first end of the coil is connected to the first power source, and a second end of the coil is grounded; andthe control signal receiving unit comprises a magnetic switch, the magnetic switch outputs the on signal in response to sensing the generation of the magnetic field and outputs the off signal in response to sensing the elimination of the magnetic field.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprising a sensing device electrically connected to the magnetic switch claim 2 , wherein the first power source outputs a high level or a low level to generate the pulse signal claim 2 , the sensing device generates coded data according to the on signal or the off signal outputted by the magnetic switch claim 2 , and the sensing device adjusts sensing parameters of the sensing device according to the coded data.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein different coded data correspond to different pulse ...

Toilet that allows the separation of solid and liquid waste, comprising a bowl, the rear part of which is equipped with a retractable urinal that is actuated by means of a mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic or remote mechanism

The present application is directed to a toilet that allows the separation of solid and liquid waste. This toilet, when activated, releases a retractable urinal that pivots inside the toilet bowl, covering the water visible in the bowl, allowing liquid waste to flow through the retractable urinal through a flexible hose which connects directly to the drain, avoiding the siphon and without the need to apply a discharge of water. In case that a water discharge is wanted to use in the retractable urinal, it is possible, and it is a significantly less amount than that used for solid waste, as it is only the discharge of water necessary to wash the walls of the retractable urinal, and not the 4.2 liters needed to activate the toilet siphon.

TOILET MONITORING AND INTELLIGENT CONTROL

A toilet monitor uses a toilet tank water level sensor producing a toilet tank water level measurement signal. A processor detects rate of change of the measurement signal and conditionally produce a responsive actuation signal in response to the detected rate of change. A transducer connected to receive the actuation signal and transmit information, provide a humanly-perceptible indication, generate a data log and/or control an electronic water supply valve. 1. A toilet monitor characterized bya toilet tank water level sensor producing a toilet tank water level measurement signal;the toilet monitor further comprisinga processor connected to receive the measurement signal, the processor being configured to detect the rate of change of the measurement signal and conditionally produce a responsive actuation signal in response to the detected rate of change; anda transducer connected to receive the actuation signal.2. The toilet monitor of wherein the processor is further configured to evaluate a sequence of rates of change to detect toilet operation abnormalities.3. The toilet monitor of wherein the processor is further configured to detect predetermined sequences of rates of change.4. The toilet monitor of wherein the processor is further configured to detect rate of change using a rolling block interval analysis.5. The toilet monitor of wherein the processor is further configured to use a linear equation to analyze the rate of change measurement signal.6. The toilet monitor of wherein the processor is further configured to determine an anomaly in water flow within the toilet bowl based on the rate of change of the toilet tank water level measurement signal.7. The toilet monitor of wherein the processor is further configured to determine the toilet is leaking in response to the rate of change.8. The toilet monitor of wherein the processor is further configured to determine the toilet is leaking by tracking the direction and/or the cycles of the rate of change.9. The ...

LIGATURE-RESISTANT TOILET SYSTEM AND METHOD

A toilet system with a toilet base including a toilet bowl and a shroud for covering a plumbing riser located at a rear end of the toilet base that provides ligature-resistance for institutional applications. The shroud has a mating feature that joins with a corresponding feature at a rear portion of the toilet base to prevent formation of a gap between the base and a front of shroud in at least at a top side of the area of contact between the shroud and the back of the toilet base. The mating feature can be provided by forming a rectangular cross-section at the rear of the toilet base and providing a matching aperture through the shroud. A toilet seat, which may be bonded or bolted to the toilet base has an outer edge that is chamfered to prevent ligature formation around a portion of toilet seat. 16-. (canceled)7. A toilet system that prevents attachment of a ligature , comprising:a toilet base including a toilet bowl, the toilet base having a flat bottom for supporting the toilet base on a floor of a room;a shroud for covering a plumbing riser located at a rear end of the toilet base; anda toilet seat separable from and removably secured to a top surface of the toilet base around the toilet bowl in a fixed position, wherein the toilet seat has a chamfered outer edge and no gap is formed between the top surface of the toilet base and the toilet seat to prevent attachment of a ligature around the toilet seat.8. The toilet system of claim 7 , wherein an angle of the chamfered outer edge with respect to a top horizontal face of the toilet base is substantially equal to 45 degrees.9. The toilet system of claim 7 , further comprising an adhesive bonding the toilet seat to the top surface of the toilet bowl so that the toilet seat is rendered non-separable from the top surface of the toilet base.10. A method of providing a toilet system that prevents use of a toilet seat of the toilet system or plumbing riser as a ligature securing device claim 7 , the method comprising ...

TOILET USAGE SENSING SYSTEM

An actuation system for a toilet including a capacitive sensor received within a toilet tank and including an electrode electrically coupled with water within the toilet tank. 1. An actuation system for a toilet , the system comprising:a capacitive sensor including an electrode electrically coupled with tank water received within a toilet tank, the electrode and the tank water configured to sense a user outside of the toilet tank;a controller in electrical communication with the capacitive sensor, the capacitive sensor being configured to send a signal to the controller in response to sensing the user; anda toilet actuator in electrical communication with the controller, the controller being configured to activate the toilet actuator in response to the signal from the capacitive sensor.2. The actuation system of claim 1 , wherein the toilet actuator comprises a flush valve positioned within the toilet tank.3. The actuation system of claim 1 , wherein the toilet actuator comprises a fan in communication with a filtration device to remove odors.4. The actuation system of claim 1 , wherein the toilet actuator comprises a pre-wetting valve positioned within the toilet tank.5. The actuation system of claim 1 , wherein the electrode is formed of an electrically conductive material.6. The actuation system of claim 5 , further comprising a housing supported by the toilet tank claim 5 , wherein the electrode comprises a rigid wire extending downwardly from the housing.7. The actuation system of claim 6 , further comprising a battery in electrical communication with the controller claim 6 , wherein the controller and the battery are received within the housing.8. The actuation system of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to sense a user in proximity to the toilet tank and to sense a user touching the toilet tank.9. The actuation system of claim 1 , wherein the signal from the capacitive sensor varies based upon the water level within the toilet tank claim 1 , and ...

PRE-PRIMED SIPHONIC TOILET

A siphonic toilet including a bowl, a passageway and a valve. The passageway includes an entrance fluidly connected to the bowl, an outlet, and a dam located between the entrance and the outlet, wherein the dam and bowl are configured to hold a first volume of water prior to a flush cycle. An inlet is located in the passageway downstream from the dam to introduce water into the passageway downstream from the dam. The valve is located between the inlet and the outlet of the passageway, and the valve retains a second volume of water when in a closed position prior to the flush cycle of the toilet to affect a siphon during the flush cycle. 1. A siphonic toilet , comprising:a bowl;a passageway having an entrance, an outlet, and a dam located between the entrance and the outlet, wherein the entrance is fluidly connected to the bowl, and the bowl and the dam are configured to hold a first volume of water prior to a flush cycle of the toilet;an inlet into the passageway that is downstream from the dam, wherein a second volume of water is introduced into the passageway through the inlet; anda valve that is located between the inlet and the outlet of the passageway, wherein the valve retains the second volume of water in a closed position prior to the flush cycle to affect a siphon during the flush cycle.2. The siphonic toilet of claim 1 , wherein the valve is located proximate the outlet of the passageway.3. The siphonic toilet of claim 1 , wherein the passageway further comprises:an up leg extending from the bowl to the dam; anda down leg extending from the dam to the outlet;wherein the valve is located in the down leg.4. The siphonic toilet of claim 1 , wherein the passageway further comprises:an up leg extending from the bowl to the dam;a down leg extending from the dam; anda cross leg extending at an angle from the down leg to the outlet;wherein the valve is located in the cross leg.5. The siphonic toilet of claim 4 , wherein the cross leg extends substantially ...

ACTUATING DEVICE

An actuating device for a sanitary fitting comprising a housing () having a front side () and a rear side () and also a detection sensor () having a transmitter () and a receiver () for detecting a user, wherein the detection sensor () emits waves via the transmitter () and receives them via the receiver (). The detection sensor () is arranged in a cavity () that has a radiating region (), which is transparent to said waves, in the direction of said waves; and wherein the housing () is designed such that it is installable having a gap () in relation to a predefined installation plane (ME) on the structure side, which gap () is located in relation to said radiating region () such that the emitted waves and also the waves to be received are guided through the gap (). 1. An actuating device for a sanitary fitting for the purpose of activating a function , wherein the actuating device comprises a housing having a front side and a rear side and also a detection sensor having a transmitter and a receiver for detecting a user ,wherein the detection sensor emits waves via the transmitter and receives them via the receiver,wherein the detection sensor is arranged in a cavity of the housing, wherein the cavity has a radiating region, which is transparent to said waves, in the direction of said electromagnetic waves, andwherein the housing has a lateral face, which extends in the direction of the surface normal of the front side at least partially between front side and rear side, wherein the radiating region is arranged in the region of the lateral face or in the lateral face, respectively.2. The actuating device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing is formed in such a way that it is installable with a gap in relation to a predefined installation plane on the structure side claim 1 , which gap is located in relation to said radiating region in such a way that the emitted waves and also the waves to be received are guided by the gap.3. The actuating device according to ...

EMERGENCY FLUSH APPARATUS AND METHOD

An emergency flush apparatus for a toilet includes a flush driver module, a battery, and a processing unit operatively connected to the battery and the flush driver module. The emergency flush apparatus further includes a flush switch operatively connected to the battery and the processing unit, and a primary power supply operatively connected to the flush driver module. When the flush switch is activated, the processing unit detects a state of the flush driver module. Power is then supplied to the flush driver module from one of either the primary power supply or the battery in response to the detected state. 1. An emergency flush apparatus for a toilet comprising:a flush driver module;a battery;a processing unit operatively connected to the battery and the flush driver module;a flush switch operatively connected to the battery and the processing unit; anda primary power supply operatively connected to the flush driver module;wherein when the flush switch is activated the processing unit detects a state of the flush driver module; andwherein power is supplied to the flush driver module from one of either the switch power supply or the battery in response to the detected state.2. The emergency flush apparatus of claim 1 , wherein when the primary power supply is unable to supply power to the flush driver module claim 1 , the flush driver module is determined by the processing unit to be in a power shutdown state.3. The emergency flush apparatus of claim 2 , wherein when the flush driver module is in the power shutdown state claim 2 , the processing unit causes the battery to supply power to the flush driver module.4. The emergency flush apparatus of claim 3 , further comprising a battery voltage detection module having a signal input terminal and a signal output terminal claim 3 , wherein the signal input terminal is connected to the battery and the signal output terminal is connected to the processing unit; andwherein when the flush driver module is in the power ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART TOILET MINIMIZING WATER USAGE

An apparatus and method for a toilet which minimizes water usage and that can handle both urine and fecal matter. An ultrasonic vibration cleaner unit is disposed to clean at least one fecal plate which is rotated into a lower part of a toilet bowl containing water. Occasional and periodic flushing of solid fecal matter results in less water usage than utilizing water flushing for cleaning and carrying away of solid fecal matte each time of use. 1. A toilet minimizing water usage , connectable to a modem urban sewage system , comprising:a toilet bowl with an upper and lower part wherein the lower part contains water;a fixed waterless urinal unit, wherein a urinal unit utilizes a floating fluid lighter than urine and wherein the floating fluid traps odors of the urine;four fecal plates uniformly disposed on a rotatable axis wherein one of the four fecal plates fecal is disposed to receive fecal matter;a mechanism to rotate the one fecal plate disposed to receive fecal matter into water in the lower part of the toilet bowl wherein a subsequent fecal plate of the four fecal plates is rotated into a position disposed to receive fecal matter;an ultrasonic vibration cleaning unit disposed to clean the one fecal plate which received fecal matter when the one fecal plate is rotated into the lower part of the toilet bowl;a holding pipe;a connection to a supply water system and a waste water system;a periodic, occasional washout of accumulated solid matter in the holding pipe wherein water usage is minimized and wherein the toilet is connectable to a modern urban sewage system and wherein the smart toilet is compatible with modem urban sanitary conditions for disposal of fecal matter.2. The apparatus of wherein the floating fluid is an oil.3. The apparatus of wherein the ultrasonic vibration cleaning unit is attached directly to the metal rotating axis and thereby to the to the fecal plates.4. The apparatus of wherein the ultrasonic vibration cleaning unit is attached to the ...

Grandma's Helper

This disclosure relates generally to an automatic toilet system for use within commercial and private dwellings and which comprises of an adjustable pedestals and spa system where one unit is featuring five buttons for bidet jet spray, seat warmer, sound system, hydro-flush and automatic air freshener. The system uses a pair of infrared light sources and sensors located within specialized system for adjusting automatically the temperature, automatic flush system, automatic air freshener, sound system and bidet jet spray. Our product has the side armrests elderly person or someone who has a hard time sitting on the toilet, the stool is set higher for easier access. 1A further object is to provide an automatic control device for a controlling the temperature and keep it warm and comfortable for the user. An additional object is to provide a control device for automatically controlling the sound system initiation when the user starts using and closing when the user leaves the toilet seat.An additional object is to provide a control device for releasing water through a bidet jet spray for high level of cleanliness of the anal area. Our product has the side armrests elderly person or someone who has a hard time sitting on the toilet, the stool is set higher for easier access.. This invention relates in general to plumbing systems, but more particularly to a system for automatically controlling the operation of flush valves in a toilet room, and the principal object of the invention is to provide a new and improved arrangement and system for electrically operating urinal flush valves at recurring time intervals. Another object of the invention is to provide an automatic system for producing fragrance while the toilet system is in use′. This invention relates to a toilet system which simultaneously rise to achieve a comfortable usage and luxury as per user requirement and has features of adjustable pedestals and spa as one unit featuring five buttons for seat warmer, bidet ...

FLUSH TOILET

A flush toilet includes: a toilet main body; a rim which is provided on an upper portion of a toilet bowl of the toilet main body and which flows a flush water into the toilet bowl; and a water level detection sensor which is provided inside the rim. 1. A flush toilet comprising;a toilet main body;a rim which is provided on an upper portion of a toilet bowl of the toilet main body and along which a flush water flows into the toilet bowl; anda water level detection sensor which is provided inside the rim.2. The flush toilet of claim 1 , whereinthe water level detection sensor is provided on a base portion which is positioned on an upper portion of the rim and at which a functional portion is installed, or is installed to a back surface of an eaves portion of the rim.3. The flush toilet of claim 1 , whereinthe rim has a rim water passage and a rim headrace that is provided upstream of the rim water passage,the water level detection sensor is installed at the rim headrace.4. The flush toilet of claim 2 , wherein 'the water level detection sensor is installed at the rim headrace.', 'the rim has a rim water passage and a rim headrace that is provided upstream of the rim water passage,'}5. The flush toilet of claim 3 , further comprising a spouting pipe in the rim claim 3 , where the water detection sensor is positioned higher than the spouting pipe.6. The flush toilet of claim 4 , further comprising a spouting pipe in the rim claim 4 , where the water detection sensor is positioned higher than the spouting pipe. This application is a national stage application under 35 USC 371 of International Application No. PCT/JP2017/005680, filed Feb. 16, 2017, which claims the priority of Japanese Application No. -, filed Feb. 19, 2016, the entire contents of each of which are incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates to a flush toilet in which flush water is prevented from overflowing from a toilet bowl due to clogging of a trap pipeline or the like of the ...

Touchless Activation of a Toilet

A toilet sensor and actuator assembly, having: (a) an infrared sensor configured to detect the presence of an object at a far distance from a toilet; (b) an ultrasonic sensor configured to detect the presence of the object at a near distance from the toilet, wherein the ultrasonic sensor remains in a sleep mode until awakened by a signal from the infrared sensor that the infrared sensor has detected the presence of the object at the far distance; and (c) an actuator mechanism that flushes the toilet in response to a signal from the ultrasonic sensor that the ultrasonic sensor has detected the presence of the object at the near distance.

Touchless Activation of a Toilet

A toilet sensor and actuator assembly, having: (a) an infrared sensor configured to detect the presence of an object at a far distance from a toilet; (b) an ultrasonic sensor configured to detect the presence of the object at a near distance from the toilet, wherein the ultrasonic sensor remains in a sleep mode until awakened by a signal from the infrared sensor that the infrared sensor has detected the presence of the object at the far distance; and (c) an actuator mechanism that flushes the toilet in response to a signal from the ultrasonic sensor that the ultrasonic sensor has detected the presence of the object at the near distance. 1. A sensor and actuator assembly , comprising:an infrared sensor configured to detect the presence of a user;an ultrasonic sensor configured to detect the presence of the user; andan actuator mechanism that activates in response to a signal from the ultrasonic sensor that the ultrasonic sensor has detected the presence of the user.2. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic sensor remains in a sleep mode until awakened by a signal from the infrared sensor after the infrared sensor has first detected the presence of the user.3. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the infrared sensor detects the presence of the user at a far distance and the ultrasonic sensor detects the presence of the user at a near distance.4. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the near distance is less than 8 inches.5. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 4 , wherein the near distance is less than 3 inches.6. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the actuator mechanism causes a toilet to flush.7. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the actuator mechanism causes a faucet to turn on.8. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 1 , wherein the actuator mechanism causes an appliance to turn on.9. The sensor and actuator assembly of claim 6 , wherein the actuator ...

Smart urinals and methods of making and using same

A urinal includes a body having an interior portion and an exterior portion. The urinal has an analysis portal having a sensing part and an investigating part communicatively coupled to the sensing part. The sensing part has a display and at least one sensor. The investigating part is configured to authenticate a user when the user is proximate the body. The sensing part is configured to directly receive urine voided by a user.

SMART URINALS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME

A method for retrofitting a urinal having an interior part configured to receive urine voided by a user, and an exterior part. The method includes the step of providing a urinal retrofitting device. The urinal retrofitting device includes a processor, a memory, a projecting device, and a housing for housing the processor and the projecting device. The projecting device is located in the housing such that the projecting device projects user consumable content outside the housing at an angle. The housing is disposed adjacent the exterior part such that the user can consume the user consumable content while the user is urinating at the urinal. 1. An accessory configured for use with a urinal , said urinal having a body comprising an interior part and an exterior part , said interior part configured to receive urine voided by a user , said accessory comprising:a processor;a sensor for determining a location of urine voided by said user on said interior part;a networking device;a projector projecting content onto said interior part in response to a wireless communication between said networking device and a mobile device of said user; anda housing containing said processor, said sensor, said networking device, and said projector;wherein:said housing is disposed atop the exterior part such that the projector projects said content for user consumption onto said interior part;said projected content includes each of general content and urine responsive content; said urine responsive content including a target indicia configured to direct a user to void his urine thereon; andsaid processor causes said target indicia to change colors when said determined location of said voided urine corresponds to a position of said target indicia.2. (canceled)3. The accessory of claim 2 , whereinsaid target indicia includes a bull's eye; andsaid housing is removably coupled to said body.4. The accessory of claim 3 , whereinsaid housing is portable.5. The accessory of wherein:said housing ...

TOILET

A toilet with voice command unit includes a base, a piping unit and a control unit. The base includes a first space and a second space. The piping unit is located in the first space and includes an inlet pipe, at least one outlet pipe and at least one electro-magnetic valve. When the at least one electro-magnetic valve is activated, the at least one outlet pipe is opened to flush the toilet. The control unit includes a voice command processing unit which receives at least one voice command from the user, and verifies the at least one voice command, and generates at least one voice command signal to activate the at least one electro-magnetic valve so that the at least one outlet pipe is opened to flush. 1. A toilet with voice command unit comprising:a base having a first space and a second space;a lid seat being connected to the first space and having a through hole defined therethrough;a lid being pivotably connected to the lid seat for covering a first opening of the second space;a piping unit being located in the first space and comprising an inlet pipe, two outlet pipes and two electro-magnetic valves connected to the two outlet pipes correspondingly, the two outlet pipes and the inlet pipe forming a three-way pipe, one end of the inlet pipe being adapted to be connected with a water source, the two electro-magnetic valves being activated or shut off to respectively control open-status or close-status of the two outlet pipes, anda control unit being located in the through hole and controlling the two electro-magnetic valves to be activated, wherein the control unit comprising a box, a voice command processing unit, at least one battery and a cover; the box having a first room and a third room which communicates with the first room, the voice command processing unit being located in the first room; wherein when the voice command processing unit receives and verifies a first voice command, a first voice command signal is generated which is transferred from the ...

TOILET

A toilet includes a base, a piping unit, a control unit and a wireless electric-power charging unit. The base includes a first space and a second space. The piping unit is located in the first space and includes an inlet pipe, at least one outlet pipe and at least one electro-magnetic valve. When the at least one electro-magnetic valve is activated, the at least one outlet pipe is opened to flush the toilet. The control unit is to activate the at least one electro-magnetic valve so that the at least one outlet pipe is opened to flush. The wireless electric-power charging unit provides necessary electric power for the control unit, the at least one electro-magnetic valves through a wireless power system. 1. A toilet comprising:a base having a first space and a second space;a lid seat connected to the first space and having a through hole defined therethrough;a lid pivotably connected to the lid seat for covering a first opening of the second space;a piping unit located in the first space and comprising an inlet pipe, at least one outlet pipe and at least one electro-magnetic valve connected to the at least one outlet pipe, one end of the inlet pipe adapted to be connected with a water source, the at least one electro-magnetic valve being activated or shut off to respectively control an open-status or a close-status of the at least one outlet pipe;a control unit located in the through hole and controlling the at least one electro-magnetic valve to be activated, the control unit comprising a signal processing unit, at least one battery, and a box having a first room for receiving the signal processing unit and a third room for receiving the at least one battery; wherein when the at least one electro-magnetic valve is activated by the signal processing unit of the control unit, the at least one outlet pipe being in the open-status; the at least one battery being to provide electric power to the at least one electro-magnetic valve, anda wireless electric-power charging ...

System, Method, and Apparatus for Optimizing a Timing of a Flush Valve

A system for optimizing a timing of a flush valve is provided. The system includes a flush valve comprising a flow area and a solenoid configured to open the flush valve, at least one pressure sensor configured to measure a pressure in the flush valve, and at least one controller in communication with the at least one pressure sensor and the solenoid. The at least one controller is programmed or configured to control the solenoid to open the flush valve for a flush time in response to a flush request, measure a pressure in the flush valve to obtain at least one flush valve pressure, adjust the flush time based at least partially on the at least one flush valve pressure, resulting in an adjusted flush time, and control the solenoid to open the flush valve for the adjusted flush time in response to a flush request.

CLEAN TOILET AND ACCESSORIES

A chemical dispensing system for a toilet that includes a container configured to contain a chemical compound that mixes with water to form a cleaning compound; a bracket coupled to the container; a threaded protrusion that extends from the bracket and is configured to extend through a hole in an inside of the sidewall of the toilet; and a fastener having a threaded body and a head, which is larger radially than the threaded body such that the head is configured to contact an outside of the sidewall in a secured position in which the threaded body threads to the threaded protrusion. 1. A toilet chemical dispensing system , comprising:a container configured to contain a chemical compound that mixes with water to form a cleaning compound;a bracket coupled to the container;a threaded protrusion that extends from the bracket and is configured to extend through a hole in an inside of a sidewall of a toilet; anda fastener having a threaded body and a head, which is larger radially than the threaded body such that the head is configured to contact an outside of the sidewall in a secured position in which the threaded body threads to the threaded protrusion with the container on the inside of the sidewall.2. The toilet chemical dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the container pivotally couples to the bracket through a pivot member.3. The toilet chemical dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the fastener is a first fastener claim 2 , and the pivot member is a second fastener that secures the bracket to a portion of the container.4. The toilet chemical dispensing system of claim 3 , wherein the portion of the container is a flange extending from a wall of the container.5. The toilet chemical dispensing system of claim 3 , wherein the bracket has a body and two spaced apart arms extending from the body to form a clevis shape claim 3 , and the second fastener extends through one of the two spaced apart arms and threads to the other of the two spaced apart arms.6. The ...

Self-cleaning toilet

A self-cleaning toilet has: a toilet, a cleaning device, a solenoid valve and a blocking member. The toilet has a sitting toilet seat and a water tank. The sitting toilet seat is formed with a urinal, and one end of the urinal has an enlarged opening to form a seat, and the urinal tapers from the seat to the other end to form a drain elbow. The water tank is connected to the toilet with an outlet pipe, and the water tank is connected with an input pipe, a cleaning device is set in the toilet with a controller, and the controller is connected with a plurality of the ultrasonic transducers and a full water level sensor, The ultrasonic transducers are fixed on the inner wall of the urinal. The solenoid valve is connected to the input pipe, and a blocking member is connected to the drain elbow.