УПРАВЛЯЮЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ВОДОПРОВОДНОГО САНТЕХНИЧЕСКОГО СМЕСИТЕЛЯ

Изобретение относится к области санитарно-технических устройств. Управляющее устройство содержит базовое крепление, выполненное с возможностью неподвижного прикрепления, управляющую рукоятку, расположенную на базовом креплении и содержащую по меньшей мере две части, а именно: по меньшей мере одну поворотную управляющую часть и по меньшей мере одну неподвижную управляющую часть, при этом поворотная управляющая часть и неподвижная управляющая часть выполнены с возможностью поворота относительно друг друга. По меньшей мере поворотная управляющая часть управляющей рукоятки выполнена с возможностью поворота вокруг оси поворота. По меньшей мере одна часть управляющей рукоятки выполнена с возможностью перемещения вследствие нажатия из исходного положения вдоль оси поворота, преодолевая упругую силу пружины, к базовому креплению в нажатое положение. Пружина выполнена с возможностью отжатия управляющей рукоятки с упругой силой из нажатого положения в исходное положение. В базовом креплении расположен ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ВЫКЛЮЧЕНИЯ КРАНА ПОДВОДА ВОДЫ ГОЛОДЯЕВА

Устройство выключения подвода воды, содержащее датчик наличия воды, отличающееся тем, что в отверстии на корпусе датчика располагается рычаг второго рода с шептало и с гнездом на конце, на котором содержатся, по крайней мере, один легкорастворимый элемент в виде пластины-упора, который находится между ответным гнездом корпуса датчика и гнездом рычага, а также в корпусе располагается пружина и фланец, взаимосвязанный с шептало рычага, а также узел крепления на фланце в виде винта, который соединяет первый конец троса с фланцем, при этом трос через гибкую несжимаемую оболочку и через кронштейн на трубе крана вторым своим концом соединен с ручкой водопроводного крана, работающего в двух положениях (двухходовой кран), причем корпус взаимодействует с винтовой парой в оправке и фланцем.

Электромеханическое устройство для управления однорычажным смесителем

Полезная модель относится к области водопроводно-канализационных установок для свежей и сточной воды, используемой внутри зданий, и может быть использована в душевых кабинах и раковинах для дистанционного управления сантехническими смесителями однорычажного типа. Электромеханическое устройство для управления однорычажным смесителем, содержащее по меньшей мере один датчик для генерации сигнала, блок обработки, оперативно связанный с датчиком и сконфигурированный для обработки сигнала датчика и генерации управляющих сигналов в ответ на него, пользовательский интерфейс, оперативно связанный с процессором и способный принимать пользовательские команды, двигатель, приводящий в движение рычаг клапана; дополнительно содержит раму, которая жестко соединяется со смесителем с помощью быстросъемного соединения; на раме, с возможностью регулировки по вертикали и горизонтали, жестко закрепляются: блок обработки, аккумулятор, двигатель с редуктором и шестерни с возможностью выходить из зацепления при ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЭКОНОМИИ ТЕКУЧИХ СРЕД

Automatic control of sanitary wash-basin taps

The sanitary wash basin 4 has a main transmitter 17 built into the tip of the tap outlet and directed at an angle to the vertical. The receiver 22 is positioned at the rear of the basin and adjacent to this is a second transmitter 36. The two emissions, e.g. infra red (IR), ultrasonic, microwave, interact in a sensing region that reacts to the presence of hands and signals a controller to turn the water on. This continues for a defined period.

Mischbatterie mit Temperatur-Fernsteuerung

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).

Steuerungs-System für Duschen

Sensor zur Steuerung einer Wasserarmatur

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Sensor zur Steuerung einer Vorrichtung, insbesondere einer Wasserarmatur mit einer elektronischen Steuerung, insbesondere des Wasserauslaufs mit mindestens einem Strahlen abgebenden Sender und mindestens einem die Strahlen aufnehmenden Empfänger, wobei die vom Sensor abgehenden Strahlen von einem vor der Vorrichtung, insbesondere der Armatur, befindlichen Gegenstand, insbesondere einer Hand, zum Empfänger zurück reflektierbar sind, wobei die Empfänger in einer solchen Weise angeordnet sind, daß bei einem/einer vom Sensor weiter entfernten Gegenstand/Hand mehr, insbesondere zwei, Empfänger ein Signal erhalten und bei einem/einer dem Sensor nahen Gegenstand/Hand weniger, insbesondere nur ein Empfänger ein Signal erhält.

OPTOELEKTRONISCHES ZUSATZGERAET ZUM NACHRUESTEN EINER MANUELL BEDIENBAREN EINLOCHBATTERIE, INSBESONDERE EINLOCHMISCHBATTERIE

Automatische Duschensteuerung

Elektronisch gesteuerte Armatur

Armatur, insbesondere Waschtisch- oder Badewannenarmatur, umfassend eine elektronische Steuervorrichtung (2) zur Steuerung einer Mischvorrichtung (1) oder eines Absperrorgans zum Verschließen einer Rohrleitung und eine aus einer berührungssensitiven und/oder mit Näherungsschaltern versehenen Platte (19.1, 19.2) gebildeten Bedienvorrichtung (19, 19', 19'') zur Bedienung der Steuervorrichtung (2), dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Platte (19.1, 19.2) derart ausgebildet ist, dass sich durch eine auf ihrer Oberfläche ausgeführte Streichbewegung, durch punktuelle Berührungen verschiedener Bereiche ihrer Oberfläche und/oder durch berührungslose Bewegungen vor ihrer Oberfläche mindestens zwei Parameter aus einer Gruppe umfassend einen Temperaturparameter, einen Abgabemengenparameter, einen Volumenstromparameter und einen Zeitparameter gleichzeitig einstellen lassen.

Vorrichtung zum Betätigen eines Sanitär-Elements

Electronically-controlled wash basin fitting - has water tap secured in housing, not accessible from outside, with front plate fitted in place

The fitting has a mounting box and consists of a housing applicable to a wall, which is closed by a releasable front plate. The housing contains current and water supply elements, including magnetic valves. Over the mounting box protrudes a water spout (2) secured inside the housing (4) at a position, which can not be reached from outside with the front plate (5) on. The front plate is inserted over the water spout, its aperture retaining the spout in a supporting manner. A sealing O-ring is fitted between the aperture in the front plate and the spout. The free end of the spout is preferably fitted with an oblique, downwards pointing surface with a flow control device in such arrangement as to lie completely within an ideal continuation of the peripheral surface of the spout. The spout may be screwed down at its inner end to a flange (8) secured on the housing.

Sanitärwannenanordnung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Sanitärwannenanordnung mit einer zu einem Wannenkörper (1) geformten Wannenwand (2), welche eine einem Benutzer zugewandte und im eingebauten Zustand sichtbare Außenseite (3) und eine von dem Benutzer abgewandte und im eingebauten Zustand verdeckte Innenseite (4) aufweist, und mit zumindest einem an den Wannenkörper (1) angeordneten elektronischen Sensorelement (5a, 5b, 5c), welches an eine elektronische Steuereinrichtung angeschlossen ist. Erfindungsgemäß ist das Sensorelement (5a, 5b, 5c) in Form eines akustischen Oberflächenwellensensors an einem ununterbrochenen Abschnitt der Wannenwand (2) verdeckt an der Innenseite (4) der Wannenwand (2) angeordnet und für eine Betätigung von der Außenseite (3) durch die Wannenwand (2) hindurch eingerichtet.

Verfahren und Anordnung zum Betrieb einer Sanitäreinrichtung

Verfahren zum Betrieb einer Sanitäreinrichtung (1), umfassend zumindest die folgenden Schritte: a) Festlegen von mehreren Zonen (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) einer Umgebung (8) der Sanitäreinrichtung (1); b) Erfassen einer aktuellen Umgebungssituation mittels einer Sensoreinrichtung (9); c) Festlegen einer Standard-Umgebungssituation; d) Überwachen der mehreren Zonen (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) mittels der Sensoreinrichtung (9); e) Auslösen einer Aktion der Sanitäreinrichtung (1), wenn mit Schritt d) eine charakterisierbare Änderung der Umgebungssituation erfasst wird. Zudem wird eine hierfür geeignete und eingerichtete Anordnung (16) angegeben, die mindestens eine Sensoreinrichtung (9) und eine Sanitäreinrichtung (1) umfasst, wobei die Sanitäreinrichtung (1) eine Kontrolleinheit (17) zur Einstellung mindestens eines Stellglieds (14) der Sanitäreinrichtung (1) hat, wobei die Sensoreinrichtung (9) eine Messeinheit (18) zur Feststellung von Umgebungssituationen der Sanitäreinrichtung (1) hat, und bei der die ...

Messfühler für eine Sanitäreinrichtung

Messfühler (5) für eine Sanitäreinrichtung (8), der in einer Fluidleitung (4) der Sanitäreinrichtung (8) anordenbar und mit einer Auswertungseinrichtung (7) der Sanitäreinrichtung (8) datenleitend verbindbar ist, wobei der Messfühler (5) einen Kondensator (1) mit einer Kapazität umfasst, welche aufgrund einer Wechselwirkung des Messfühlers (5) mit einem Fluid (9) in der Fluidleitung (4) und in Abhängigkeit von wenigstens einer Strömungsgeschwindigkeit des Fluides (9) veränderlich ist.

Intelligenter Wasserhahn

Die Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Anmeldung offenbart einen intelligenten Wasserhahn. Der intelligente Wasserhahn umfasst: einen Kopf, einen Hals, eine Basis, einen Handschalter, einen Wasserauslauf, einen Rollabschnitt, einen Infrarotsensor, eine Signalleitung, eine Stromquelle, einen Steuerkasten, ein Ventil und einen dreiphasigen Asynchronmotor. Der Infrarotsensor an dem Kopf des intelligenten Wasserhahns überträgt die erfassten Abstands- und Winkeldaten des Benutzers und des Wasserauslaufs an einen Mikroprozessor, so dass der Mikroprozessor den Antriebswinkel des dreiphasigen Asynchronmotors gemäß den erhaltenen Daten steuert und dadurch den Rollabschnitt steuert, so dass er in dem Wasserauslauf bis zu einem geeigneten Winkel rollt; und gleichzeitig steuert der Mikroprozessor die Öffnungsgröße des Ventils. Wenn der Benutzer weit entfernt ist, wird die größere Öffnungsgröße ausgewählt, wodurch die Wassersprühstrecke des Wasserauslaufs zunimmt. Wenn der Benutzer näher ist, wird die ...

Automatische Spülvorrichtung, Verfahren zur Sicherstellung der Wasserqualität eines Wasserleitungssystems und Verwendung einer automatischen Spülvorrichtung in einem solchen Verfahren

Um die Wasserqualität von Trinkwasserssystemen zu verbessern, wird eine automatische Spülvorrichtung vorgeschlagen, welche einen Fluideinlass, einen Fluidauslass und ein steuerbares Ventil umfasst, welches Fluidwirksam zwischen Fluideinlass und Fluidauslass angeordnet ist, wobei die automatische Spülvorrichtung eine Steuereinrichtung aufweist, welche das steuerbare Ventil steuert. Ferner wird ein Verfahren zur Sicherstellung der Wasserqualität eines Wasserleitungssystems vorgeschlagen, insbesondere eines Trinkwasserleitungssystems, wobei das Wasserleitungssystem mindestens eine Wasserentnahmestelle aufweist, wobei das Verfahren ein Spülen des Wasserleitungssystems durch Entnahme von Wasser aus mindestens einer der Wasserentnahmestellen mittels mindestens einer automatischen Spülvorrichtung und die Verwendung einer automatischen Spülvorrichtung in dem Verfahren.

Duscheinrichtung

Duscheinrichtung mit einer Kaltwasserzuleitung, einer Heißwasserzuleitung, einem Mischer, in den beide Leitungen münden, einem Duschkopf, einer vom Mischer zum Duschkopf führenden Leitung, einem in der Heißwasserleitung angeordneten Absperrorgan, einer das Absperrorgan intervallartig auf- und zusteuernden Steuereinheit und einer Bedienungseinheit für die Steuereinheit, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Mischer ein Thermostatmischer (3) ist und dass die Duscheinrichtung eine den Thermostatmischer (3) umgehende Umgehungsleitung (6) von der Kaltwasserzuleitung (2) zur Heißwasserzuleitung (1) zu einem Punkt zwischen Absperrorgan (10) und Thermostatmischer (3) sowie ein ein Eindringen von Kaltwasser von der Kaltwasserzuleitung (2) in die Heißwasserzuleitung (1) über die Umgehungsleitung (6) im nichtabgesperrten Zustand des Absperrorgans (10) verhinderndes Organ (7, 8, 9) aufweist.

Battery-powered bistable magnetic servo-solenoid drive-control

The mixer valve (1) is operated by a microcontroller (2) via a power-setting device (3) which is activated first while a prim. control interval is timed by the software routine. At the end of this interval the battery voltage is measured with the aid of a digitiser. The result of the measurement determines the sec. control interval for the duration of which the activation of the power-setting device persists in accordance with the condition of the battery.

Vorrichtung zum Steuern einer Gruppe von Badezimmergeräten

Faucet assembly e.g. for filling water into bucket, has controller coupled to proximity detector, position detecting switch subassembly, and servovalve set on conduit of faucet housing

A controller (4) is electrically connected to a proximity detector (5) under the outlet (15) of a faucet housing (1), a position detecting switch subassembly (21) in the housing, and to a servovalve (3) in the conduit (11,12) of the housing. A lever-mounted control element (20) connects the disk type manual valve (2) in the conduit. When the control element moves to a fully closed position, the controller deactivates the proximity detector and closes the servovalve. When the control element moves to an intermediate, partly open position, and the proximity detector senses the presence of an object under the outlet, the controller opens the servovalve. When the control element is moved to a fully open position, the controller deactivates the proximity detector and opens the servovalve.

A shower assembly

CONTROL DEVICE FOR THE WATER SUPPLY OF A HAND BASIN OR THE LIKE

... 1350246 Supply fittings for basins &c VISOLUX-ELEKTRONIK RICHARD SIERING GmbH 6 July 1971 [7 July 1970] 31745/71 Heading A4N [Also in Division E1] A control unit 3 for an electromagnetically actuated valve of a water supply to a hand basin comprises a transmitter, 1 and a receiver 2 of ultra sonic signals, the transmitter and receiver having a spacial relationship in the units such that entry of a body part into the common zone 5 of the signal range lobes 6, 7 of the transmitter and receiver, which zone is located about any water jet flowing out of the supply, causes variation in the magnitude of reflected signals received from the transmitter by the receiver and appropriate actuation of the valve by circuitry incorporated in the unit in accordance with the strength of or the frequency variation of the received signal. The circuitry involves signalamplifying means feeding a signal through a time delay element to the electromagnetic actuating means of the valve.

FAUCET STRUCTURE

Improvements in valve operating mechanisms and in sink units incorporating such mechanisms

... 752,535. Supply fittings for sinks &c. PERKINS, A. E. Oct. 15, 1954. No. 29731/54. Class 26. [Also in Group XXIX] A wash-basin 37 is provided with taps 10 of the kind which close automatically when pressure applied to the heads thereof is released. The taps are actuated by oppositely-directed L- shaped levers 24 each pivoted at 32 with its longer arm contacting the head of a tap at an intermediate point in its length. The ends of the levers are guided by spring-loaded longitudinally-moving rods 27, and a rod can be clamped so as to hold a tap open by means of a lever-actuated set-screw (not shown).

WATER FLOW CONTROL SYSTEM

Touchless fluid supply interface and apparatus

Mist delivery system

Charge transfer capacitance sensor

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO AUTOMATIC WATER-SUPPLY APPARATUS

... 1,256,449. Automatic water supply systems. OMRON TATEISI ELECTRONICS CO. Feb. 3, 1970 [Feb.14, 1969], No.5007/70. Heading G1N. Water is automatically supplied to a basin 1 of electric insulating material when a human body nears an electrode 7 located beneath the basin. The electrode, which is covered in an insulating sheath, is connected via a coaxial cable 72 to an electric circuit, Fig.4 (not shown) which controls a valve for the supply of water, the circuit and valve being contained in a box 6. The electrode is supported by an adjustable holding means 4, 5 attached to drain tube 3. In alternatives, the electric circuit is contained in a box (61) attached to the electrode, Figs. 5 and 6 (not shown), attached to the wall, Fig.7 (not shown), or fixed to the bottom of the basin, Figs. 8 and 9 (not shown), and the electrode may be contained in a box of insulating material fixed to the bottom of the basin, Figs. 7 to 9 (not shown).

Wash and shower system

A shower system for a shower having a water supply mechanism including a hot water supply and a cold water supply. The system includes: a shower stall; an air heating and delivery mechanism for heating and delivering hot air to the shower stall and including: an air inlet, air piping, an air supply blower to produce an air flow, an air heater, and a hot air outlet. The system further includes: a shower-water piping system including: a hot and cold water mixing valve; and a water fogger nozzle disposed within the hot air outlet to thereby produce a spray of hot air and water suspension; and an air and water temperature and flow controller.

Handwash station

A handwash station comprises a wall mounted cabinet (1) which contains soap and water despensing means (10,11), a proximity sensor (9) and processing circuitry. The processing circuitry controls the dispensing of soap and water in response to signals from the proximity sensor. A count of valid handwashes is incremented only if a user's hand is detected by the proximity sensor at certain key points. The key points comprise at least the start of a last soap dispensing step and a the start of a last rinsing water dispensing step. Differential valid handwash count values are stored periodically by the processing circuitry and can be downloaded to a central station for analysis.

Touch sensitive controls for shower apparatus

Shower apparatus having a control element operative to vary the characteristics of discharged fluid, the control element being operatively associated with a touch-sensitive input device whereby the discharge characteristics may be so varied. The touch-sensitive input device may be sensitive to pressure or electro-magnetic changes. The input device may be forming a part of a continuous outer surface of a shower unit.

Bath filling

A control apparatus for a bath 102 is disclosed, comprising a control unit 104 comprising one or more processors and one or more sensors 108. The one or more sensors are arranged to sense water flow parameter data as a user fills the bath and to transmit the water flow parameter data to the one or more processors. The one or more processors are arranged to determine water flow parameter values suitable for use to fill the bath based on the water flow parameter data, and store the determined water flow parameter values as a pre-set bath-fill option arranged to be used to automatically fill the bath for future use. Also disclosed is a computer application for determining the conditions for automated bath filling.

Improvements in or relating to baths

... 503,938. Baths. COCKBURN & CO., Ltd., M., and HUNTER, R. L. Oct. 15, 1937, No. 29928/38. Divided out of 503,930. [Class 26] A bath is provided with a recess 31 on the base of which the taps 30 are mounted. The recess is preferably in a side wall of the bath and pipes lead from the taps to a discharge nozzle 8 mounted on an end wall of the bath. Specification 603,930 is referred to.

A flow dispersion device

SCHALTUNGSANORDNUNG ZUR BERÜHRUNGSLOSEN STEUERUNG EINER SANITÄRARMATUR

CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SANITARY FITTING

AUTOMATIC FLUSHING SYSTEM FOR BATHROOMS

CONTACTLESSLY OPERABLE SANITARY APPLIANCE

SCHALTUNGSANORDNUNG FUER EINEN ULTRASCHALL-PRAESENZ-BEWEGUNGSDETEKTOR, VORGESEHEN FUER DIE BERUEHRUNGSLOSE STEUERUNG EINES WASSERHAHNES

SANITARY FITTING

WASH MECHANISM

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

STEUERUNGSSCHALTUNG FUER EINE SANITAERARMATUR

Method for energy efficient operation a circuit arrangement and proximity sensors and circuit for carrying out this method

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum energieeffizienten Betrieb einer Schaltungsanordnung mit einer elektronischen Schaltungseinheit (9) mit mindestens einem Sleepmodus (24), gekoppelt mit einer Schnittstelle (6) mit einem Annäherungssensor (1) mit einer elektronischen Auswerteeinheit (5), einem als Master ausgeführten Annäherungssensor (11), einem als Slave ausgeführten Annäherungssensor (12,13) und mindestens zwei Erfassungsbereichen (2, 2ein' 2aus 1 2s, 2a, 2a1-2, 2a12 1 2aPl-2' 2b-d, 2dl-2' 2dP2), bei dem die elektronische Schaltungseinheit (9) nach Konfiguration des Annäherungssensors (1) in eine Betriebsart zur Detektion eines Ereignisses in mindestens einem der Erfassungsbereiche (2, 2ein' 2aus 1 2s, 2a, 2a1-2, 2a12 1 2aPl-2, 2b-d, 2dl-2' 2dP2) in einen der Sleepmodi (24) wechselt, während die elektronische Auswerteeinheit (5) autark mindestens zwei der Erfassungsbereiche (2, 2ein' 2aus 1 2s, 2a, 2a1-2, 2a12, 2aPl-2' 2bd, 2dl-2' 2dP2) überwacht, bei Detektion eines Ereignisses ...

SWITCHING CONFIGURATION FOR THE CONTACTLESS CONTROLLING OF A SANITARY FITTING

Sanitärarmatur mit Wärmemengenzähler

Die Erfindung betrifft eine endständige Sanitärarmatur, insbesondere für Duschen, Wannen, Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Bidets, Urinale und WCs, mit mindestens einem Betätigungsorgan, einem Warmwassereingang, einem Kaltwassereingang, einem Auslauf, mindestens einem Durchflussmesser und mindestens einem Temperaturfühler, die eine wärmemengenbegrenzende Schaltungseinheit zur Begrenzung der bei einer Wasserentnahme aus der Sanitärarmatur abgegebenen Wärmemenge umfasst.

Sanitärarmatur mit Fernauslösung

Die Erfindung betrifft eine endständige Sanitärarmatur, insbesondere für Duschen, Wannen, Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Bidets, Urinale und WCs, mit einer elektronischen Schaltungseinheit, einem Ventil, einem Kaltwassereingang, einem Warmwassereingang, einem Auslauf, einer Steuerleitung oder einem Funkmodul zum Auslösen einer Desinfektionsspülung und mindestens einem Temperaturfühler, die eine Regeleinheit zum Regeln der Temperatur des abgegebenen Mischwassers während einer Desinfektionsspülung auf einen von der Stellung der Betätigungsorgane unabhängigen Sollwert umfasst.

TOILET, IN PARTICULAR PUBLIC TOILET

MECHANISM FOR THE CONTACTLESS CONTROLLING OF A SANITARY FITTING

VERFAHREN ZUR THERMISCHEN DESINFEKTION UND ARMATUREN ZUM DURCHFUHREN DIESER VERFAHREN

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ELEKTRONISCHE STEUERUNGSANORDNUNG ZUR STEUERUNG DES WASSERFLUSSES BEI WASCHBECKEN, SPUELANLAGEN U.DGL.

REMOTE CONTROLLED COCK.

REMOTE CONTROL EQUIPMENT FOR THE CONTROLLING OF THE WATER AND/OR AIR OUTLETS OF A BATH TUB.

ARMATUR MIT SENSORVORRICHTUNG

CONTROL DEVICE FOR A DISCHARGE OPENING ARMATURE AND A PROCEDURE FOR THE CONTROLLING OF A DISCHARGE OPENING ARMATURE

SANITARY ARMATURE

Terminal sanitary fitting with an arrangement for flushing

Die Erfindung betrifft eine endständige Sanitärarmatur (1a-e) mit einer Anordnung zum Spülen mit einem an eine Leitung (6b) für zuströmendes Warmwasser (PWH) und eine Leitung (6c) für zuströmendes Kaltwasser (PWC) gekoppelten Armaturenkörper (2), mindestens zwei Ausläufen (9a-c), einer Betätigungseinrichtung (12a-b), einem ersten Ventil (10a), einem zweiten Ventil (10c) und mindestens einem weiteren Ventil (10d-e), bei der das erste Ventil (10a) als Baugruppe aus einem Regelventil (10a1) und einem mit einer Leitung (6a) für Mischwasser (PWM) daran gekoppelten Absperrventil (10a2) so ausgebildet ist, dass der Druck des Warmwassers (PWH) abzüglich des Druckabfalls des durchströmenden Warmwassers (PWH) den Druck des Kaltwassers (PWC) und der Druck des Kaltwassers (PWC) abzüglich des Druckabfalls des durchströmenden Kaltwassers (PWC) den Druck des Warmwassers (PWH) nicht übersteigt, das zweite Ventil (10c) zur Spülung der Leitung (6c) für zuströmendes Kaltwasser (PWC) ausgebildet ist und mindestens ...

ARMATUR MIT SENSORVORRICHTUNG

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WASH MECHANISM WITH A DEVICE FOR THE CONTROL AND/OR REGULATION OF A SUPPLY OF MEDIUM AS WELL AS ENTSRPECHENDES PROCEDURE

PASSIVE SENSORS FOR AUTOMATIC TAPS AND FLUSHING SYSTEMS FOR BATHROOMS

On movement of parts of the body within the water discharge range responding control equipment for water supplies of wash basins od.dgl.

DEVICE FOR THE STATEMENT OF APPROACHES

PROCEDURE FOR THE CORRECT OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE OF THE HAND WASHING

WATER ARMATURE WITH CONTACTLESS CONTROL

SINGLE SOLENOID VALVE, IN PARTICULAR FOR SANITARY ARMATURES

CONTACTLESSLY STEERED ARMATURE

Control for a water discharge planned at a washstand

PROCEDURE FOR THE COMBINED SEWAGE PREPARING

DEVICE TO THE AUTOMATIC WATER DELIVERY

CONTROL UNIT FOR A FLOW REGULATING VALVE

SHOWERING PLANT

WATER DISCHARGE OPENING ARMATURE

ARRANGEMENT AND PROCEDURE FOR THE CONTACTLESS CONTROLLING OF THE WATER RIVER OF A SANITARY PLUMBING

Device with wash basins with photoelectrically steered water valve

WITHDRAWABLE SINGLE-PIPE SANITARY SYSTEM

NON-CONTACT CONTROL

MOTION DETECTION SYSTEM

INTELLIGENT HAND WASHING STATION

Some embodiments of the present invention provide an intelligent hand washing station, including a station body and a water sprayer disposed on the station body. The water sprayer includes a water outlet pipe and a faucet. A hand dryer is disposed on the station body. The hand dryer is communicated with the faucet through a ventilation pipe. A one-way valve is disposed within the ventilation pipe. The water outlet pipe and the ventilation pipe are communicated with the faucet through a reversing valve. A sensor and a controller are disposed on the station body. A user approaches the hand washing station when he or she wants to use the intelligent hand washing station, the sensor acquires a signal, the controller controls the faucet to spray water according to the signal acquired by the sensor, the controller controls the reversing valve to operate after the faucet sprays water for a certain time, and the hand dryer supplies air through the faucet. This solution allows the hand washing station ...

MOTOR DRIVEN FLOW CONTROL AND METHOD THEREFOR

LIQUID DISPENSING SYSTEM HAVING A LIGHT SOURCE ATTACHED TO A LIQUID DISPENSING DEVICE

Flow control apparatus and method

System for actuating sanitary water faucets or single handle mixers by means of a touch sensor and an electronic switch

Fluid data monitoring and control system

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC FAUCET DEVICE

FOOT-VALVE DRIVING-TYPED WATER SAVING APPARATUS

The present invention relates to provide a water saving apparatus by driving a foot-valve, which enables to conveniently and quickly open or close a faucet according to a necessity by stepping a pedal with a foot while freely using two hands. The apparatus eliminates the water-wasting factor of the faucet, prevents the water resource wasting of the world that is being dried up, and reduces energy import and the air pollution generated by the energy waste. The water saving apparatus by using the foot-valve comprises a pedal member for supplying or blocking the water provided from the outside by moving up and down a pressurized and interpolated steel wire. A metal hose is connected and coupled with the pedal member, and is inserted and mounted the steel wire inside thereof. A packing shaft member is operated according to the up and down movement of the steel wire connected and coupled with an end of the steed wire interpolated to the metal hose and the metal hose member. A packing shaft housing ...

SPOUT ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELECTRONIC FAUCET AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING STRAIN RELIEF OF A CABLE

An electronic faucet includes a spout assembly having a sensor configured to control the flow of water therethrough in response to the position of a spray head. Methods and apparatus for providing strain relief for electrical cables used in systems configured to provide fluid and, in particular, to methods and apparatus used to provide strain relief for electrical cables in electronic faucets.

CONTROL UNIT FOR FLUID CONTROL VALVES

Control apparatus including a plurality of fluid control valves (5), especially for supplying items of sanitary ware (1 and 2). The valves have magnetic bistable solenoid actuators drivable by pulse signals and a common control circuit (6) able to drive the actuators independently and the control circuit and actuators are driven by a local power supply including a dry cell battery (7).

SYSTEM FOR SELECTIVELY REVEALING INDICIA

A system for selectively revealing indicia includes a transitioning assembly that is configured to be retrofit with an existing dispenser. The transitioning assembly includes a transitioning window that is coupled to a switch that is configured to be mounted in operative contact with an actuator provided by the dispenser. Upon the engagement of the actuator, the switch is triggered, resulting in the transitioning window transitioning from an at least partially opaque state to an at least partially transparent state, so as to reveal indicia therebehind to an observer.

IMPROVED CAPACITIVE TOUCH SENSOR

A fluid delivery apparatus comprises a spout, a fluid supply conduit supp orted by the spout, a valve assembly to supply fluid through the fluid suppl y conduit, and a capacitive touch sensor. The capacitive touch sensor is cou pled to a controller. The controller is also coupled to the valve assembly. The controller is configured to detect a user touching the sensor and to con trol flow of fluid through the fluid supply conduit.

ABOVE DECK MODULAR FAUCET ASSEMBLY

A faucet is provided comprising in-service separable parts that can be removed from the faucet without having to remove the entire housing. The faucet includes a main support housing, bolts, brackets and nuts to secure the main support body to a sink surface, two water inlets for connecting hot and cold incoming water lines. A flow control assembly is provided at each inlet to regulate the hot and cold water introduced into a mixing chamber. The valve housing includes an independent adjustable mixing valve for regulating the flow of water, an inline screen filter for removing particulate matter from the water stream, and a check valve for preventing water from returning back to the water source. Upon passing through the check valve and into water mixing housing inlets, the water is mixed in a mixing chamber. From the mixing chamber the water is regulated by a solenoid. When sink users place their hands, or other objects in front of the sensor the solenoid is activated. This permits water ...

FAUCET WITH AUTO-FILL FEATURE

A kitchen faucet is provided that automatically fills a vessel up to a user-specified level without regard to a specific volume. The faucet illustratively includes a faucet body and a spray head that can be detached from the faucet body, such as a pull-down or pull-out faucet. The faucet illustratively includes a user interface for setting the level at which to fill the vessel (e.g., 20%, 40%, 75%, etc.). The spray head illustratively includes sensor(s) to determine a water level in the vessel in relation to its top edge. This allows a vessel to be filled to a user-specified level regardless of the vessel shape or size.

MUTLI-FUNCTION FIXTURE FOR A LAVATORY SYSTEM

Systems and methods for a multi-function lavatory fixture are disclosed. The lavatory fixture includes a first and second leg, where a first end of each leg is configured to he mounted to a deck and a second end of each leg is located over a basin of the lavatory fixture. A connecting section extends between the second ends of each leg and includes outlets to dispense water, soap, and air to wash a user's hands. The fixture also includes indicators located proximate each of the outlets to indicate to the user the location of each outlet. A sensor located near each outlet, identifies the presence of a user's hands near the outlet and dispenses water, soap, or air accordingly. A controller within the lavatory fixture receives inputs from each sensor and activates the appropriate pump, fan, valve, and the like to deliver the desired product at the appropriate outlet.

FAUCET INCLUDING A WIRELESS CONTROL MODULE

An electronic faucet including a wireless module facilitating remote control of an electrically operable valve. Illustratively, the wireless module includes a body defining a fluid passageway in fluid communication with the electrically operable valve, and a receiver configured to receive wireless signals from a remote transmitter. The remote transmitter may comprise a voice recognition and conversion device to facilitate voice control of the electrically operable valve.

AUTOMATIC PROXIMITY FAUCET

A hands-free faucet includes a sensing plate (24), a capacitor-based sensor circuit (76), a non-conductive valve housing (12), a non- conductive seating ring (70), and a conductive connector (184). Preferably, the capacitor-based sensor circuit (76) is electrically connected to said sensing plat (24) . Furthermore, the non- conductive valve housing (12) preferably further comprises a valve inlet (60) and valve outlet (62). Preferably, said non- conductive seating rin (70) is located between the valve inlet (60) and valve outlet (62), and is traversed by the conductive connector (184). In a preferred embodiment, the conductive connector is a metal pin (184).

Position-sensing detector arrangement for controlling a faucet

A faucet arrangement includes a sensing device for sensing a presence of a user of a spout. The sensing device includes an infrared emitter installed such that a direction of emission of the emitter is oriented an angle of approximately between 5 and 15 degrees relative to a vertical direction. A receiver receives a diffused infrared energy from the emitter. A control device is in communication with the receiver and controls a flow of liquid through the spout dependent upon an angle at which the diffused infrared energy is received by the receiver.

Household Electronic Mixing-Valve Device

A household electronic mixing-valve faucet including a faucet body having hot and cold water inlets, and an outlet; a controller; powered valves responsive to the controller; an arrangement adapted to determine an extent of opening of each valve; temperature sensors and pressure sensors disposed upstream of the valves; and a third pressure sensor disposed downstream with respect to the valves; the controller adapted to receive: extent of opening information, from the arrangement, and temperature and pressure information from the sensors, the controller having calibrated relationships relating (i) a flowrate of hot water flowing through a hot water flowpath, to the extent of opening of the powered valve thereof, as a function of a first pressure differential, and (ii) a flowrate of cold water flowing through a cold water flowpath, to the extent of opening of the powered valve thereof, as a function of a second pressure differential, and wherein, during operation, the controller controls the powered valves based upon the temperature information and upon actual pressure differentials within faucet flowpaths.

Manual/automatic and cold/hot faucet with a ceramic valve

A manual/automatic and cold/hot faucet with a ceramic valve includes a main body adopting a ceramic valve that is connected with an automatic water exit passage and a manual water exit passage. The ceramic valve has a fixing member and a sliding member, with the sliding member sliding against the fixing member to command water to flow into the automatic water exit passage or the manual water exit passage. So the faucet can give water automatically or manually. As the ceramic valve is excellently resistant to abrasion, the present faucet can thus be durable, not apt to get leaked.

Lavatory System with Overflow Prevention and Other Features

Systems and methods for a lavatory system are described that include a bidirectional hand dryer having a top, bottom, back, and right side and multiple sensors and LEDs. Upper and lower nozzles are also provided and respectively connected to upper and lower plenums. At least two flexible air delivery hoses are connected to the plenums. A motor housing is provided and includes a motor, ports connected to the hoses, noise abatement features, and a motor microcontroller. A hand-receiving cavity exists between the top, back, right, and bottom side for receiving at least one hand of a user. Tips are connected to the nozzles and emit high speed colliding columns of air to shear water off of the user's hand. The columns of air are spaced and calibrated in such a way as to reduce forces on the user's hand which would otherwise move the hand toward the side surfaces.

Urinal where imaging device is installed

Disclosed is a urinal having an imaging device while not supplying washing water thereto. The urinal includes a main body having its front surface opened and a urine drainage hole provided at its lower portion, a recognition portion that senses a human body approaching the main body or a user's manipulation, and an imaging portion that displays a water flowing pattern image or a nature image inside or outside the main body when a human body approach signal or a manipulation signal is received from the recognition portion. According to the urinal having an imaging device, since an imaging portion is provided inside or outside the urinal, to which washing water is not supplied, an optical illusion may be cause to a user being accustomed to using a flushing type urinal so that the user is likely to believe that the urine is washed away even if urine washing water is not actually supplied to the urinal. Alternatively, while urinating, the user's feel of being refreshed can be maximized after urination by offering a carefree urination effect to the user so that the user may feel as if he were urinating in Mother nature.

Equipment for use at a carwash

The invention concerns equipment for use at a carwash. The equipment can be used to wash any vehicle, as well as boats (on trailers) and anything else that can be brought into its vicinity. The equipment comprises a wash stand incorporating a basin sized to receive a car washing sponge. The equipment has an inlet valve to fill the basin, an outlet valve to empty the basin, and a control system to perform a wash sequence as follows: closing the outlet valve; opening the inlet valve to selectively fill the basin with water or a mixture of water and cleaning agent; then, periodically opening the inlet valve to top up the basin with water or a mixture of water and cleaning agent; finally, opening the outlet valve to empty the basin. All the steps of the wash sequence are performed according to a predetermined timing schedule.

Human body sensitive touch-controlled water outlet device and control method thereof

A human body sensitive, touch-controlled water outlet device includes: a faucet body, a cold water inlet, a hot water inlet and a switch unit, with the switch unit including a touch sensitive module, a control module and a power source module. When a human body touches the switch control sensing zone or the water temperature switchover zone arranged on the faucet body, the touch sensitive module identifies the touch signal and outputs a corresponding sensed signal to the control module, and then the control module controls the water outlet device according to the sensed signal, so as to open or close the water outlet device and provide the selected type of outlet water. Further disclosed is a method for controlling the human body sensitive, touch-controlled water outlet device. The human body sensitive, touch-controlled water outlet device is convenient to use and has a high touch control precision.

Lavatory System

A lavatory system is disclosed including one or more integrated hand washing stations. Each hand washing station includes a basin, a faucet, a solenoid valve configured to control water flow to the faucet, and an electric hand dryer located adjacent the basin and the faucet so that the user of the washing station may use the faucet and the electric hand dryer without leaving the washing station. The electric hand dryer preferably includes an outlet to direct air across the associated basin so that any water that drips from the user's hands fall within the basin. A control system may be provided to control activation of the fixtures such as the solenoid valve, the electric hand dryer, and/or soap dispenser. The control system may be configured to inhibit simultaneous activation of the solenoid valve and the hand dryer. A photovoltaic system may be provided to provide power. 1. A lavatory system comprising: a first integrated hand washing station including a first basin , a first faucet , a first solenoid valve configured to control water flow to the first faucet , and a first electric hand dryer located adjacent the first basin and the first faucet so that the user of the first washing station may use the first faucet and the first electric hand dryer without leaving the first washing station; a control system configured to control activation of the first solenoid valve and the first electric hand dryer , wherein the control system is configured to inhibit simultaneous activation of the first solenoid valve and the first hand dryer.2. The lavatory system of claim 1 , wherein the control system prevents activation of the first solenoid valve when the first electric hand dryer has been activated.3. The lavatory system of claim 1 , wherein the control system prevents activation of the first electric hand dryer when the first solenoid valve has been activated.4. The lavatory system of claim 1 , wherein the control system activates the first solenoid valve and the first ...

Touch-type sensing apparatus for bathroom product and controlling method thereof

A touch sensing device for a kitchen or bath appliance includes a control panel. A sensing guide and a plurality of sensing function keys are provided on the control panel. The sensing guide and the plurality of sensing function keys operate via capacitive touch sensing. The plurality of sensing function keys correspond to a plurality of functions of the kitchen or bath appliance. The touch sensing device further includes a controller connected to the sensing guide, the plurality of sensing function keys, and the kitchen or bath appliance. The controller is configured to activate the control panel after the controller detects that the sensing guide has been touched in a predetermined manner. Activating the control panel can include enabling capacitive touch sensing for the plurality of sensing function keys.

BISTABLE PULSE SOLENOID VALVE CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD

The present invention provides a bistable pulse solenoid valve control system and method. The control system includes a bistable pulse solenoid valve having a coil current, and including a coil frame, a coil having a magnetic flux, at least two permanent magnets, a valve core disposed inside the coil frame, and a frame configured to encapsulate the permanent magnets, the coil, the valve core, and the coil frame. The system also includes a main control circuit, a polarity conversion control circuit, and a drive current sampling detection circuit. The main control circuit is configured to generate a control signal and the polarity conversion control circuit is configured to control the direction and power on-off time of the coil current. 1. A bistable pulse solenoid valve control system , comprising: a coil frame having at least two sides, and having an external wall;', 'a coil having a magnetic flux, the coil being wrapped around the external wall of the coil frame;', 'at least two permanent magnets disposed at least at two opposite sides of the coil;', 'a valve core disposed inside the coil frame;', 'a frame configured to encapsulate the permanent magnets, the coil, the valve core, and the coil frame;, 'a bistable pulse solenoid valve having a coil current, the bistable pulse solenoid valve comprisinga main control circuit, the main control circuit configured to receive induction signals and to transmit pulse signals;a polarity conversion control circuit configured to receive pulse signals from the main control circuit, and to change the voltage direction of the coil based on the polarity of the pulse signals, thereby changing the current direction in said coil;a drive current sampling detection circuit configured to read and collect the values of the current passing through the bistable pulse solenoid valve, and to develop sampling results;wherein the main control circuit is configured to receive the sampling results, and to generate a corresponding control signal; ...

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. ...

TEMPERATURE ACTIVATED SHOWER CONTROLLER

A temperature activated shower controller including in combination, a temperature sensor adapted to detect and respond to a pre-determined temperature increase in water supplied to a shower head; a valve adapted to allow or reduce the flow of water to the shower head; programmable microprocessor means responsive to the temperature sensor and adapted to control the operation of the valve, according to a pre-programmed shower duration. In operational use, when turning on the water supply and within a given period of time after the pre-determined temperature rate of change of temperature with respect to time, ie a temperature gradient, is detected, the temperature activated shower controller is initiated and a user can select a shower duration or the microprocessor defaults to a pre-set shower duration after which time the valve moves to the closed position to reduce the flow of water supply to the shower head. 1. A temperature activated shower controller , comprising:a temperature sensor having a thermistor device and being adapted to measure the temperature of water supplied to a shower head at at least two consecutive points in time such that the temperature sensor determines a rate of change of temperature between the points in time;a valve adapted to allow or reduce the flow of water to the shower head; andprogrammable microprocessor means responsive to a signal produced by the temperature sensor when a predetermined rate of change of temperature is detected, the microprocessor means further adapted to control the operation of the valve according to a pre-programmed shower duration,wherein the temperature activated shower controller is configured to be activated in response to detection of the pre-determined rate of change of temperature has by the temperature sensor, and wherein when activated and within a given period of time, and if a shower duration has not been selected, the microprocessor defaults to a pre-set shower duration after which duration the valve ...

AUTOMATIC FAUCET

Provided is an automatic faucet using a radio wave sensor, which is capable of preventing erroneous stop of water spouting, with a simple configuration. The automatic faucet () has a radio wave propagation space, a radio wave emitting port (), and directivity setting device. The directivity setting device is configured to direct a radio wave being emitted from the radio wave emitting port (), in such a manner that, during a water stopping state, the emitted radio wave lies along a spouting direction (A) along which washing water is to be spouted from a spout port (), and, during a water spouting state, a part of the radio wave emitted disposed offset in a direction C, with respect to the spout port () interferes with a region of a peripheral surface of a stream (W) facing in the direction C. 1. An automatic faucet comprising:a faucet main unit which includes a conduit pipe having a base end fixed to a support body and extending toward a user side, and a spout valve;a water pipe disposed inside the conduit pipe and adapted to supply washing water to a spout port formed in a spout region as a distal end portion of the faucet main unit;a radio wave sensor operable to output a detection signal for sensing a user's behavior state; andcontrol means operable, based on the detection signal from the radio wave sensor, to switch between open and closed states of the spout valve to thereby start and stop spouting of the washing water from the spout port,the automatic faucet being characterized in that it further comprises:a radio wave propagation space defined between an inner peripheral surface of the conduit pipe and an outer peripheral surface of the water pipe so as to allow a radio wave to be propagated therethrough, wherein the radio wave sensor is provided in the faucet main unit at a position on the side of the base end, and set to emit a radio wave into the radio wave propagation space;a radio wave emitting port formed in the spout region to communicate with the radio ...

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.

CAPACITIVE SENSING FOR WASHROOM FIXTURE

A capacitive sensing system and method for a hand washing lavatory system is disclosed. The lavatory system comprises a receptacle defining a hand washing area, a fixture configured to deliver water to the receptacle, and a capacitive sensing system configured to detect the presence of a user and actuate the fixture. The capacitive sensing system comprises a first sense electrode coupled to the receptacle and configured to measure a first capacitive value, a second sense electrode coupled to the receptacle spaced apart from the first sense electrode and configured to measure a second capacitive value, and a circuit configured to control operation of the fixture in response to a change in the first capacitive value relative to the second capacitive value. 1. A hand-washing lavatory system comprising:a receptacle defining a hand washing area;a fixture configured to deliver water to the hand washing area;a first sense electrode coupled to the receptacle and configured to measure a first capacitive value;a second sense electrode coupled to the receptacle spaced apart from the first sense electrode and configured to measure a second capacitive value; anda circuit configured to control operation of the fixture in response to a change in the first capacitive value relative to the second capacitive value, wherein the circuit eliminates the effects of water flowing from the fixture in controlling the operation of the fixture; andwherein the first sense electrode measures the first capacitive value relative to the second sense electrode and the second sense electrode measures the second capacitive value relative to the first sense electrode.2. The hand-washing lavatory system of wherein the circuit comprises a sensing control and detection circuit configured to control the sensing and detection operation and provide an output signal that actuates the fixture.3. The hand-washing lavatory system of further comprising a power management and valve actuation circuit configured to ...

INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC SHOWER SYSTEM

An integrated bathroom electronic system including a plurality of sensors to detect conditions within a bathroom and to provide signals indicative thereof to a controller. A plurality of distinct and exclusive modules or subsystems are illustratively provided for integration into the system. Such modules may include a quick hot water module, a roman tub module, a custom shower module, a hands free faucet module, and a tub shower module. In certain illustrative shower modules, a user interface includes a plurality of user defined presets, each preset including a shower setting stored in memory. 1. A shower system comprising:a plurality of water outlets configured to discharge water when active;a controller including a memory and configured to control the discharge of water through the plurality of outlets;a user interface in communication with the controller and including a plurality of user presets;a plurality of actuators in communication with the controller and operably coupled to the plurality of water outlets, each of the actuators configured to adjust the position of at least one of the water outlets; andwherein each preset is associated with at least one of the actuators, and activating each preset controls the at least one actuator and the resulting position of the associated water outlet.2. The shower system of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is configured to drive the at least one water outlet in translational movement.3. The shower system of claim 1 , wherein the actuator is configured to drive the at least one water outlet in rotational movement.4. The shower system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of water outlets includes a plurality of body sprays and an overhead shower.5. The shower system of claim 1 , wherein each preset of the user interface includes a shower setting stored in memory by a user and defining an arrangement of active water outlets and a set temperature of water discharged from the active water outlets.6. The shower system of claim 1 , ...

ELECTRONIC PLUMBING FIXTURE FITTING

The present invention provides an electronic plumbing fixture fitting, such as an electronic faucet. 1. An electronic plumbing fixture fitting , comprising:a discharge outlet, the discharge outlet being operable to deliver water;an electronic valve, the electronic valve being operable to permit flow of water through the discharge outlet when the electronic valve is activated and to prevent flow of water through the discharge outlet when the electronic valve is deactivated;a first mechanical valve, the first mechanical valve being in parallel with the electronic valve, the first mechanical valve being operable to permit flow of water through the discharge outlet when the first mechanical valve is activated and to prevent flow of water through the discharge outlet when the first mechanical valve is deactivated;a second mechanical valve, the second mechanical valve being in series with the electronic valve, the second mechanical valve being operable to mechanically control the temperature of the flowing water while the electronic valve is activated; anda flow module, the flow module being operable to mount below a mounting surface, the electronic valve and the second mechanical valve being located inside the flow module.2. The electronic plumbing fixture fitting of claim 1 , wherein the second mechanical valve is operable to mechanically control the volume of the flowing water while the electronic valve is activated. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/607,860, filed Mar. 7, 2012, the entire disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference.The present invention relates generally to an electronic plumbing fixture fitting, such as an electronic faucet.Electronic plumbing fixture fittings, such as electronic faucets, are well known. Such electronic plumbing fixture fittings are used in residential and commercial applications, such as in kitchens, bathrooms, and various other locations. Many difficulties can be encountered in ...

SPOUT ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELECTRONIC FAUCET

An electronic faucet includes a spout assembly and a controller configured to control the flow of water through the spout assembly in response to the position of a spray head. A sensor may be positioned to detect an object in a detection zone near the faucet. The controller may disable the sensor upon the spray head being uncoupled from the spout. 1. An electronic faucet comprising:a delivery spout having an outlet;a pull-out spray head removably coupled to the outlet of the delivery spout for movement between a coupled position and an uncoupled position;a first sensor configured to detect a position of the spray head relative to the outlet of the delivery spout and to provide a signal representative of the relative position of the spray head;a second sensor configured to detect an object in a detection zone; anda controller operably coupled to the first and second sensors, the controller being operative to at least one of enable and disable the second sensor based on the signal from the first sensor.2. The electronic faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller is operative to disable the second sensor in response to detecting claim 1 , based on the signal from the first sensor claim 1 , the spray head being uncoupled from the outlet of the delivery spout.3. The electronic faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller is operative to enable the second sensor in response to detecting claim 1 , based on the signal from the first sensor claim 1 , the spray head being moved from the uncoupled position to the coupled position.4. The electronic faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller is operative to control an operating state of the faucet based on output from the second sensor claim 1 , and the controller is operative to maintain the operating state of the faucet upon the spray head being uncoupled from the outlet of the delivery spout.5. The electronic faucet of claim 4 , wherein the operating state includes at least one of activated water flow and deactivated water flow ...

ELECTRONIC PLUMBING FIXTURE FITTING

The present invention provides an electronic plumbing fixture fitting, such as an electronic faucet. 1. An electronic plumbing fixture fitting , comprising:a housing, the housing being operable to mount above a mounting surface, the housing including a spout and a wand, the wand being operable to pull away from the spout, the wand including a discharge outlet operable to deliver water;a mounting shank, the mounting shank being operable to extend downwardly from the housing, the mounting shank being operable to extend through and below the mounting surface, the mounting shank having a hollow interior, the mounting shank having an inlet;an electronic valve, the electronic valve being operable to permit flow of water through the discharge outlet when the electronic valve is activated and to prevent flow of water through the discharge outlet when the electronic valve is deactivated; a cold water inlet operable to receive cold water from a cold water supply,', 'a cold water passage operable to fluidly connect the cold water inlet and the electronic valve,', 'a hot water inlet operable to receive hot water from a hot water supply, a hot water passage operable to fluidly connect the hot water inlet and the electronic valve,', 'a mixed water outlet operable to discharge mixed water to the discharge outlet, and', 'a mixed water passage operable to fluidly connect the electronic valve and the mixed water outlet;, 'a flow module, the flow module being operable to mount below the mounting surface, the electronic valve being located inside the flow module, the flow module includinga wand hose, the wand hose being operable to fluidly connect the mixed water outlet and the wand, the wand hose extending below the mounting surface and through the mounting shank and the spout; anda hose bracket, the hose bracket being operable to connect to the mounting shank and to the wand hose, the hose bracket being operable to position the wand hose between the mixed water outlet and the inlet ...

Portable washing station

A portable washing station which includes a covered jug/vessel for holding unused liquid, a receiving platform upon or over which the liquid is dispensed and a reservoir in which the dispensed liquid gathers, whereby the jug/vessel is adapted to cover and seal from spillage the reservoir when in place. 1. A portable washing station comprising:(a) a dispensing vessel, and(b) a receptacle including a reservoir, wherein said vessel is configured to cover said reservoir in a manner that provides a watertight seal.2. The portable washing station of claim 1 , wherein said vessel is conformed to rest in a mouth of said reservoir.3. The portable washing station of claim 1 , wherein said reservoir has a containing volume substantially similar to a containing volume of said dispensing vessel.4. The portable washing station of claim 1 , further comprising:(c) a sealing member disposed between a base of said vessel and a mouth of said reservoir, wherein said base and said sealing member form said watertight seal when positioned in said mouth of said reservoir.5. The portable washing station of claim 1 , further comprising:(c) a lid, configured to seal said dispensing vessel.6. The portable washing station of claim 5 , wherein said seal is a watertight seal.7. The portable washing station of claim 5 , further comprising:(d) a non-leak partition, adapted to interpose between said lid and a rim of said dispensing vessel.8. The portable washing station of claim 1 , wherein said receptacle includes a receiving surface that is shaped to direct liquid poured onto said receiving surface towards said reservoir.9. The portable washing station of claim 8 , wherein said receptacle includes a retaining wall positioned along the circumference of said receiving surface.10. The portable washing station of claim 1 , wherein said receptacle includes at least one supporting member having a height at least equal to a height of said reservoir.11. The portable washing station of claim 10 , wherein ...

Water flow controller for faucet

An automatic water flow controller for a faucet includes an outlet member, a manual valve device, one or more inlet pipes supplying water to the manual valve device, a coupling tube coupled between the outlet member and the manual valve device, a solenoid valve attached to the coupling tube for controlling the water to selectively flow through the coupling tube, and an infrared ray detector attached to the outlet member for detecting an approaching of a user within a detection zone of the infrared ray detector, the infrared ray detector is electrically connected to the solenoid valve for operating the solenoid valve to control the water to selectively flow through the coupling tube.

Faucet including a pullout wand with a capacitive sensing

An electronic faucet including a spout hub and a pullout wand removably coupled to the spout hub. The pullout wand is touch sensitive when docked to the spout hub, and is not touch sensitive when undocked from the spout hub.

MULTI-MODE HANDS FREE AUTOMATIC FAUCET

A faucet includes a spout, a handle, and a capacitive sensor operably coupled to at least one of the spout and the handle. An electrically operable valve is configured to control water flow through the spout. A mode indicator includes a light emitting device configured to provide an indication of a plurality of modes of operation of the faucet. 1. A faucet comprising:a spout;a handle;a touch control operably coupled to at least one of the spout and the handle;a proximity sensor having an active state and an inactive state; a first mode, wherein the proximity sensor is inactive;', 'a second mode, wherein the proximity sensor is active; and, 'a logical control operably coupled to the touch control and the proximity sensor, the logical control includinga mode indicator configured to provide a visual indication of at least one of the first mode and the second mode.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the first mode is a manual mode such that positioning of the handle toggles water flow on and off.3. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the second mode is a hands-free mode such that changes in the state of the proximity sensor toggles water flow on and off.4. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the first mode is a touch mode such that tapping one of the handle and the spout toggles water flow on and off.5. The faucet of claim 4 , wherein tapping comprises a touch of less than approximately 250 milliseconds.6. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the logical control further includes a mode controller that moves the faucet between the first mode and the second mode.7. The faucet of claim 6 , wherein the mode controller changes the faucet between the first mode and the second mode in response to a substantially simultaneous grasping of the spout and tapping of the handle.8. The faucet of claim 7 , wherein:grasping of the spout comprises a touch of greater than approximately 250 milliseconds; andtapping of the handle comprises at least one touch of less than less than approximately 250 ...

FAUCET STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING SAME

A faucet structure and method for assembling same is disclosed. The structure includes an outer tube, flow guiding part and cap. The outer tube is provided with an assembling gap. The flow guiding part is provided within the outer tube, and with half shells. The first half shell is provided with supplying manifold passage(s) corresponded to the assembling gap, and a first assembling ramp facing the second half shell. The second half shell is provided with a second assembling ramp facing the first half shell and inclined oppositely to the first assembling ramp, and a first threaded connection portion facing one end opening of outer tube. The cap is in correspondence with the end opening, and provided with a second threaded connection portion corresponded to the first threaded connection portion. These threaded connection portions are engaged by threaded connection, while those half shells are pressed against a tube wall. 1. A faucet structure , comprising:an outer tube, integrally formed such that there is provided with a tube wall, a hollow passage formed by said tube wall, two end openings located at two opposite sides of said hollow passage, respectively, and an assembling gap passing through said tube wall and communicated with said hollow passage;a flow guiding part, provided within said hollow passage and provided with a first half shell and a second half shell assembled together, said first half shell being provided with at least one supplying manifold passage provided to correspond to said assembling gap and communicated with said hollow passage, and a first assembling ramp facing said second half shell, said second half shell being provided with a second assembling ramp facing said first half shell and inclined oppositely to said first assembling ramp, such that said second half shell is combined with said first half shell in an assembling direction, and a first threaded connection portion provided as facing one of said end openings of said outer tube at ...

PAUSING HANDSHOWER CRADLE

A handshower cradle assembly includes a waterway body, a handshower cradle, and an actuator. The handshower cradle is coupled to the waterway body. The actuator is configured to reduce a flow rate of water through the waterway body in response to a handshower being received within the handshower cradle. In some embodiments, the handshower cradle is configured to engage with the actuator under the weight of the handshower to adjust a position of the actuator with respect to the waterway body. 1. A handshower cradle assembly , comprising:a waterway body;a handshower cradle coupled to the waterway body; andan actuator configured to reduce a flow rate of water through the waterway body in response to a handshower being received within the handshower cradle.2. The handshower cradle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the handshower cradle is configured to engage with the actuator under the weight of the handshower to adjust a position of the actuator with respect to the waterway body.3. The handshower cradle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises a plunger disposed at least partially within the waterway body between a water inlet and a water outlet claim 1 , and wherein the plunger at least partially restricts the flow of water between the water inlet and the water outlet when the handshower is in the handshower cradle.4. The handshower cradle assembly of claim 3 , wherein the water inlet is fluidly coupled to the water outlet by a waterway restriction zone having a sidewall claim 3 , and wherein a proximal end of the actuator is configured to engage with the sidewall when the handshower is in the handshower cradle.5. The handshower cradle assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a return spring configured to bias the actuator toward the handshower cradle.6. The handshower cradle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the handshower cradle comprises a base fixedly coupled to the waterway body claim 1 , and wherein an inner end of the handshower cradle is pivotably coupled ...

Touchless faucet assembly and method of operation

A faucet that includes a spout, a spray head, a light emitter, a light sensor, and a control circuit. The spout has a base, which extends upward from a first end to a second end, and an arched portion, which curves upward and outward from the second end, then downward and outward to a distal end. The spray head is detachably mounted to the distal end. The light emitter is positioned proximate the distal end and is configured to emit a light beam back toward the spout. The light sensor is mounted on or in the spout and is configured to sense the light beam reflected by an object in a zone of detection. The control circuit controls a flow of water to the spray head in response to the light sensor sensing the light beam reflected by the object in the zone of detection.

Contactless liquid dispensing valve

A contactless valve configured to dispense a liquid can include an actuator configured to move a plug between a closed position in which the plug prevents the flow of liquid through valve body, and an open position in which liquid can be dispensed through an outlet. The valve can include an activation sensor, a presence sensor, and a controller configured to control the actuator and in electrical communication with the activation sensor and the presence sensor. The controller can be configured to switch the presence sensor into the activated state in response to the detection of the prerequisite condition by the activation sensor, and to control the actuator to move the plug from the closed position to the open position in response to the detection of the object in the upper detection zone by the presence sensor.

Hand Washing Station

A water dispenser assembly for a hand washing station includes a water heater having a water tank and a heating element configured to heat water contained in the water tank, the water tank having an inlet conduit connected to a water source and an outlet conduit, a water outlet connected to the outlet conduit and configured to receive water from the water heater through the outlet conduit, and a valve in fluid communication with the water heater and configured to selectively permit the water to be forced from the water tank and through the water outlet to dispense the water. The hand washing station may include a computer device configured for controlling components of the station. 1. A system comprising:a hand washing station configured to be positioned in a facility and configured for dispensing water from a water outlet;one or more occupancy sensors positioned and configured to monitor presence of users within the facility; receiving occupancy data from the one or more occupancy sensors; and', 'controlling operation of the hand washing station based on the occupancy data., 'one or more computer devices connected to the hand washing station and the one or more occupancy sensors, the one or more computer devices programmed with computer-executable instructions that, when executed, cause one or more processors of the one or more computer devices to perform2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the computer-executable instructions are further configured to cause the one or more processors to perform:determining a room occupancy index indicating a proportion of a maximum workload of the facility that is necessary based on the occupancy data;controlling the hand washing station to operate in a first mode if the room occupancy index exceeds an occupancy threshold; andcontrolling the hand washing station to operate in a second mode different from the first mode if the room occupancy index does not exceed the occupancy threshold.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the hand ...

SHOWER HEAD WATER REGULATOR

According to an embodiment, a showerhead for automatically regulating water flow is provided. The showerhead comprises a range sensor, a solenoid, and a microprocessor. The range sensor is configured to detect the presence or absence of a person near the showerhead and to generate a range signal. The microprocessor is configured to receive the range signal and to determine a person's typical distance from the showerhead when rinsing. Further, based on the range signal, the microprocessor is configured to send an open signal to the solenoid valve when the person is within the typical distance and to send a close signal to the solenoid valve when the person is outside of the typical distance. The solenoid valve is configured to be opened and closed by the respective open or close signals to respectively turn on or off the flow of water based on the person's position relative to the showerhead. 1. A showerhead for regulating water flow , the showerhead comprising:a range sensor configured to detect the presence or absence of a person;a solenoid valve configured to activate and stop water flow; anda microprocessor configured to determine a person's typical distance from the showerhead when rinsing and configured to send an open signal to the solenoid valve when the person is within the typical distance and configured to send a close signal to the solenoid valve when the person is outside of the typical distance.2. The showerhead of claim 1 , wherein the solenoid valve comprises an electromagnetic DC solenoid valve.3. The showerhead of claim 1 , wherein the solenoid valve comprises a latching water electro-solenoid that is configured to be activated by an applied voltage greater than or equal to 5V.4. The showerhead of claim 3 , wherein the solenoid valve comprises magnets that hold the solenoid in an open or closed position.5. The showerhead of claim 3 , wherein energy is not drained from the battery when the solenoid is in an open or closed configuration.6. The ...

WATER SPOUT CONTROL DEVICE, WATER SPOUT CONTROL SYSTEM, AND WATER SPOUT CONTROL METHOD

A water spout control device has a target object detector configured to detect a position of a target object as a detection target in a regional image according to an image information of the regional image. The regional image being generated by capturing an imaging target region including a faucet spout. A faucet spout port detector may be configured to detect a position of a faucet spout port of the faucet spout in the regional image. A determiner may be configured to determine whether to discharge water according to the position of the target object detected by the target object detector and the position of the faucet spout port detected by the faucet spout port detector. 1. A water spout control device , comprising:a target object detector configured to detect a position of a target object as a detection target in a regional image according to an image information of the regional image, the regional image being generated by capturing an imaging target region including a faucet spout;a faucet spout port detector configured to detect a position of a faucet spout port of the faucet spout in the regional image; anda determiner configured to determine whether to discharge water according to the position of the target object detected by the target object detector and the position of the faucet spout port detected by the faucet spout port detector.2. The water spout control device of claim 1 ,wherein the target object detector is configured to detect the position of the target object in each of the regional images in a time series, andthe water spout control device further includes a switcher configured to switch a water discharging state regarding the water to be discharged according to the position of the target object at time when the target object is detected by the target object detector and the position of the target object at any time before the time when the target object is detected.3. The water spout control device of claim 2 , wherein the switcher is ...

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 ...

Resistive coupling for an automatic faucet

A faucet includes a logical control, a spout, a hub, a handle, and a touch control operably coupled to at least one of the spout, the hub, and the handle.

VOICE-CONTROLLED ELECTRONIC FAUCET, VOICE-CONTROLLED ELECTRONIC FAUCET ASSEMBLY, AND VOICE-CONTROLLED ELECTRONIC FAUCET MODULE

A voice-controlled electronic faucet assembly includes an electronic mixing valve fluidly connected to a cold water source and a hot water source; a spout; and a control module. The spout is fluidly connected to the electronic mixing valve. The control module without networking function includes a sound receiving component, an echo elimination unit and a processing unit. The sound receiving component receives a sound. The echo elimination unit is coupled to the sound receiving component and processes an echo elimination on the sound. The processing unit is coupled to the echo elimination unit and receives an audio signal after processing with the echo elimination, and performs an offline voice recognition on the audio signal based on a database and generates a comparison result, and outputs a control signal for controlling the electronic mixing valve to perform a corresponding action according to the comparison result. 1. A voice-controlled electronic faucet assembly including:an electronic mixing valve, fluidly connected to a cold water source and a hot water source;a spout, fluidly connected to the electronic mixing valve; anda control module, without networking function, the control module including a sound receiving component, an echo elimination unit and a processing unit, the sound receiving component receiving a sound, the echo elimination unit coupled to the sound receiving component and processing an echo elimination to the sound, and the processing unit coupled to the echo elimination unit and receiving an audio signal after processing with the echo elimination;wherein the processing unit performs an offline voice recognition on the audio signal based on a database and generates a comparison result, and the processing unit outputs a control signal to the electronic mixing valve according to the comparison result for controlling the electronic mixing valve to perform an action correspondingly.2. The voice-controlled electronic faucet assembly as claimed in ...

APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR STANDARDIZING HAND CARE

An apparatus, method and system for providing and dispensing various hand care alternatives from a common point of dispension, such as a faucet, for standardizing the hand care, washing, sanitizing, and drying process is disclosed. Included is a liquid flow path having an inlet in fluid communication with a liquid source and an outlet in fluid communication with a user reception point. A secondary flow path has an inlet in communication with one or more hand care alternatives and an outlet in communication with the user reception point. A user-perceivable output provides notification of the hand care operation being provided at the user reception point. 1. An automated faucet system , comprising:a liquid flow path extending from a liquid source to a point of dispension;a product flow path extending from at least one product source to the point of dispension, said product flow path including a foamer comprising a mixing chamber for receiving air and product from the at least one product source, said mixing chamber positioned at the point of dispension;at least one sensor positioned to sense a user when said user is positioned at a location relative to the point of dispension wherein the user will receive an output from the point of dispension, said output from the liquid flow path or the product flow path; andwherein said sensor configured to cycle operation of the liquid flow path and the product flow path through a plurality of preset sequences based upon the detection of the user by the sensor at the location relative to point of dispension where the user will receive the output while being sensed by the sensor.2. The automated faucet of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is positioned at least partially below the point of dispension.3. The automated faucet of claim 1 , further comprising a faucet body claim 1 , and wherein the sensor positioned on the faucet body and the point of dispension located at a distal end of the faucet body.4. The automated faucet of claim 3 , ...

Sanitary fitting comprising a fitting housing and an electrical control unit

There is proposed a sanitary fitting having a fitting housing and having an electrical control unit for controlling the water flow through at least one water line, wherein the electrical control unit has at least one electrically actuable control element, in particular a throughflow valve, for closing and opening the water line, wherein the fitting housing is provided for arranging at an installation site, in particular on a wall, on an installation platform and/or on a sanitary body such as a washbasin, bathtub or the like, which sanitary fitting can be maintained or repaired with particularly little effort, specifically even in applications in which the demands with regard to vandalism are of considerable significance. This is achieved according to the invention in that the fitting housing comprises at least one fitting main body that can be firmly fixed at the installation site and comprises an assembly cover, which can be released from the fitting main body and which covers a housing opening, for the opening of the fitting housing for maintenance and/or servicing purposes, and in that, within the fitting main body, there is provided at least one turbine, which drives an electrical generator, for utilizing the flow energy of the water flow.

System and method for reusing the remnants of water in a hot-water pipeline with remote graphic interface

Methods and systems for the distribution, regulation and mixture of fluids, but particularly for the regulation of water flow through a tap, within a water distribution system, and for the regulation of the temperature of said flow from mixtures of smaller flows than the flow of the water distribution system, where at least one execution-by-the-user means is coupled, wherein the user has no contact with the mechanical parts of the system. Furthermore, systems for the reuse of water remaining in the pipelines, preventing waste and allowing remote activation, are revealed.

Water Flow Delivery System

A system for supplying water to a user at a wash basin from a main water line, the system including a splitter having a main water intake, a high flow output port and a lower flow output port. The high flow port is coupled to a high flow water line and a high flow outlet while the low flow port is coupled to a low flow water line and a low flow water outlet. First and second electrically controlled valves control the flow of water out of the high flow and low flow ports, respectively. A control unit is coupled to the first and second valves. The control unit is further configured to close both valves and to switch which of the valves is open and which of the valves is closed so that only one valve is open at a time. 1. A water flow delivery system for delivering wash water to a person at a wash basin , the water flow deliver system comprising:a. A main water supply line;b. A branch joint for dividing the main water supply line into a low flow water line and a high flow water line, the high flow water line coupled to a high flow water outlet and the low flow water line coupled to a low flow water outlet;c. A first electrically operated valve coupled to the high flow water line between the high flow water outlet and the branch joint, the first electrically operated valve switchable between an off state wherein water is prevented from flowing through the high flow water line and an on state wherein the water is permitted to flow through the high flow water line;d. A second electrically operated valve coupled to the low flow water line between the low flow water outlet and the branch joint, the second electrically operated valve switchable between an off state wherein water is prevented from flowing through the low flow water line and an on state wherein the water is permitted to flow through the low flow water line;e. A control unit for selectively activating the first and second electrically operated valves, the control unit configured to switch between a fully off ...

FAUCET INCLUDING CAPACITIVE AND ULTRASONIC SENSING

A fluid delivery apparatus includes a spout, an ultrasonic sensor, and a capacitive sensor. The ultrasonic sensor is configured to detect the presence of a user adjacent the spout when enabled. The capacitive sensor is configured to define a capacitance sensing field in an area near the spout and also to detect a presence of a user. A controller is coupled to the capacitive sensor and the ultrasonic sensor. The controller is programmed to detect the presence of a user in the capacitance sensing field based on an output signal from the capacitance sensor. The controller is also programmed to enable the ultrasonic sensor in response to detecting the presence of the user in the capacitance sensing field with the capacitive sensor, thereby reducing the amount of power used by the ultrasonic sensor. 1. A fluid delivery apparatus comprising:a spout;a normally disabled ultrasonic sensor located adjacent the spout, the ultrasonic sensor being configured to detect the presence of a user adjacent the spout when enabled;a capacitive sensor configured to define a capacitance sensing field in an area near the spout to detect a presence of a user; anda controller coupled to the capacitive sensor and the ultrasonic sensor, the controller being programmed to detect the presence of a user in the capacitance sensing field based on an output signal from the capacitance sensor, the controller also being programmed to enable the ultrasonic sensor in response to detecting the presence of the user in the capacitance sensing field with the capacitive sensor, thereby reducing the amount of power used by the ultrasonic sensor.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the controller causes fluid flow through the spout upon detection of the user in the capacitance sensing field.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the controller causes fluid flow through the spout upon detection of the user by the enabled ultrasonic sensor.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the controller also turns on a light ...

SENSOR FAUCET AND INFRARED SENSOR THEREOF

An infrared sensor includes a first emitting module, a second emitting module, and a receiving module. The first emitting module includes a first emitter and a first lens; the second emitting module includes a second emitter and a second lens. The first emitter and the second emitter respectively emit an infrared ray along an optical axis, wherein an acute angle is formed between the optical axes. The receiving module is located between the first emitting module and the second emitting module, wherein the receiving module includes a receiver and a third lens. The infrared rays emitted from the first and the second emitter respectively pass through the first and the second lens, afterwards, the infrared rays are reflected to pass through the third lens, and thus received by the receiver. Additionally, the infrared sensor may be applied to a sensor faucet for controlling a water valve in the sensor faucet. 1. An infrared sensor comprising:a first emitting module, which comprises a first emitter and a first lens with positive refractive power, wherein the first emitter emits an infrared ray along a first optical axis which passes through the first lens;a second emitting module, which comprises a second emitter and a second lens with positive refractive power, wherein the second emitter emits an infrared ray along a second optical axis which passes through the second lens; the first optical axis and the second optical axis are non-parallel, and an acute angle is formed therebetween; anda receiving module, which is located between the first emitting module and the second emitting module for receiving the infrared rays emitted by the first emitting module and the second emitting module after the infrared rays being reflected by an object.2. The infrared sensor of claim 1 , wherein the receiving module comprises a receiver and a third lens with positive refractive power; the receiver receives the reflected infrared rays after the reflected infrared rays passing through the ...

FAUCET WITH SENSING ACTIVATION FOR BLOW-DRYING AND DISCHARGE OF WATER AND LIQUID SOAP

A faucet with sensing activation for blow-drying and discharge of water and liquid soap includes a main body and at least one outlet arm mounted on the main body. The at least one outlet arm has a soap outlet, a water outlet and an air outlet correspondingly mounted thereon, and multiple sensors are mounted on the faucet and are electrically connected with multiple controller for activating the soap outlet, the water outlet and the air outlet to discharge liquid soap and water and blow air. As discharge of water and liquid and blow drying are equipped on the same faucet, the space required for mounting the faucet, mounting holes through the sink and assembly works can be reduced. 1. A faucet with sensing activation for blow-drying and discharge of water and liquid , comprising:a main body; andat least one outlet arm mounted on and extending outwards from the main body, and having a soap outlet, a water outlet, an air outlet and multiple sensors respectively mounted on the at least one outlet arm, wherein when an external object approaches one of the soap outlet, the water outlet and the air outlet, the external object is detected by a corresponding sensor for activating one of blow-drying, discharge of water and discharge of liquid soap through a corresponding one of the soap outlet, the water outlet and the air outlet.2. The faucet as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one outlet arm includes an outlet arm claim 1 , and the water outlet claim 1 , the soap outlet claim 1 , and the air outlet are mounted on the outlet arm.3. The faucet as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one outlet arm includes a first outlet arm and a second outlet arm claim 1 , two of the soap outlet claim 1 , the water outlet and the air outlet are mounted on the first outlet arm claim 1 , and the remaining one is mounted on the second outlet arm.4. The faucet as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one outlet arm includes a first outlet arm claim 1 , a second outlet arm and a ...

ELECTRONIC PLUMBING FIXTURE FITTINGS WITH SHAPED AND LIMITED SENSOR DETECTION ZONES

The present application discloses electronic plumbing fixture fittings, such as electronic faucets, with a shaped and limited sensor detection zone. Exemplary embodiments include devices with a plurality of overlapping sensors and devices with a single time-of-flight (TOF) sensor capable of detecting the presence or absence of an object whether or not water is flowing out of a discharge outlet in the in a TOF detection zone. 1. An electronic plumbing fixture fitting , comprising:a faucet body including a discharge outlet, the discharge outlet being operable to deliver water through an expected fluid flow volume;an electronically controlled valve in fluid communication with the faucet body upstream of the discharge outlet;at least one processor programmed to control the electronically controlled valve to selectively control a flow of fluid from the electronically controlled valve out the discharge outlet of the faucet body; anda time-of-flight (TOF) sensor in electrical communication with the processor and operably connected to the faucet body and positioned to transmit a sensing signal toward the expected fluid flow volume in a sensing signal volume; andwherein at least one of the at least one processor and the TOF sensor is configured to create a detection zone inside the sensing signal volume that overlaps at least a portion of the expected fluid flow volume; andwherein at least one of the at least one processor and the TOF sensor is configured to permit the TOF sensor to detect the presence or absence of an object in the detection zone whether or not water is flowing out of the discharge outlet through the expected fluid flow volume.2. The electronic plumbing fixture fitting according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the at least one processor and the TOF sensor is configured to exclude from the detection zone at least a portion of the sensing signal volume between the expected fluid flow volume and the faucet body proximate the TOF sensor claim 1 , thereby ...

CARTRIDGE FOR ELECTRONIC TAP WITH A HANDLE HAVING AN EXTENDED OPERATIVE RANGE OF MOTION, ELECTRONIC TAPE INCLUDING SAME, AND THE OPERATION METHOD THEREOF

The present invention relates to a cartridge for an electronic tap having a handle or controller with an extended operative range of motion, which allows moving said handle or controller beyond its normal range of motion determined by a first stop, providing in said extended areas additional functionalities using a control system that determines the position of the handle in order to associate to said position a flow value, a fluid mixing ratio value, and/or an additional functionality. The invention also relates to the tap including said cartridge with a handle having an extended operative range of motion and to the operation method thereof. 1. A cartridge for an electronic tap with an extended operative range of motion , to which is coupled a handle or lever with a rotational and tilting motion for manual regulation of outlet parameters of the flow in the tap in which the cartridge is installed , wherein the cartridge receives a movement of said handle or controller through a cam that moves together with the handle or controller , characterized in that the cartridge comprises at least with:a tilting range of motion for the cam that is connected to the handle or controller provided, at least at one of the ends of said tilting range of the cam, with a passable stop formed by an element which at a first point in a path presents a resistance to continuing in said direction of displacement, and after applying a greater force than in a usual displacement of the cam sufficient to overcome said resistance, continues moving said cam in said direction along a segment of extended path range until a non-passable end of path range, and wherein the force exerted by said resistance to overcome the first stop continues throughout the displacement in the extended path range and is enough to return said cam to said first point in the range of motion when a user ceases to act on said handle or controller.a rotational range of motion for the cam that is connected to the handle or ...

CAPACITIVE SENSING FAUCET

An electronic faucet including a first touch sensing area and a second touch sensing area, wherein an electrically operable valve is selectively controlled in response to certain touch protocols, such as tapping and/or grabbing the first touch sensing area and the second touch sensing area. 1. A faucet comprising:a spout;a hub supporting the spout;a passageway that conducts fluid flow through the spout;an electrically operable valve configured to supply fluid through the passageway;a first touch sensing area defined by the spout;a second touch sensing area defined by the hub;at least one capacitive sensor operably coupled to the first touch sensing area and the second touch sensing area, the at least one capacitive sensor providing an output signal; anda controller operably coupled to the electrically operable valve and to the at least one capacitive sensor, the controller configured to monitor the output signal from the at least one capacitive sensor and to distinguish between a user tap of the first touch sensing area of the spout, a user tap of the second touch sensing area of the hub, a user grab of the first touch sensing area of the spout, and a user grab of the second touch sensing area of the hub, the controller configured to control the electrically operable valve in response to the output signal from the at least one capacitive sensor.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller toggles the electrically operable valve between open and closed positions in response to detecting a user providing a single tap on the first touch sensing area of the spout.3. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller operates the electrically operable valve to cycle water temperature through a plurality of settings in response to detecting a user providing a single tap on the second touch sensing area of the hub.4. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller operates the electrically operable valve to cycle water flow rate through a plurality of settings in response ...

USER FRIENDLY SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FACILITATING WATER CONSERVATION IN THE SMART HOME

Systems and methods for facilitating water conservation and smart water control are provided. Water conservation and smart water control can be achieved using a smart water apparatus having the ability to approximate distance, mass, and/or specific characteristics of an object such as a human or inanimate object and adjust flow rate of water and/or temperature of the water based on the approximated distance, mass, and/or specific characteristics of an object. The smart water apparatus can be embodied, for example, in a network connected shower head or a network connected faucet. 1. A smart water apparatus , comprising:a water source port;a water egress port;flow control valve operative to control flow of water received at the water source port and ejected through the water egress port;radio frequency (RF) ranging circuitry operative to approximate a distance of an object from the smart water apparatus; 'adjust the flow of water being ejected through the water egress port based on the approximated distance between the object and the smart water apparatus.', 'control circuitry coupled to the flow control valve and the RF ranging circuitry, wherein the control circuitry is operative to2. The smart water apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the flow of water ranges from a zero flow rate to a maximum flow rate claim 1 , and the flow control valve adjust the flow to at least one intermediate flow rate existing between the zero and maximum flow rates based on the approximated distance between the object and the smart water apparatus.3. The smart water apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:power storage;power control circuitry electrically coupled to the power storage and the control circuitry; anda water turbine electrically coupled to the power control circuitry and operative to generate power when water is flowing through the smart water apparatus.4. The smart water apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising:a display electrically coupled to the control circuitry and ...

CAPACITIVE COUPLING ARRANGEMENT FOR A FAUCET

A faucet includes a spout and a manual handle that controls a manual valve located in a passageway that conducts fluid flow through the spout. An electrically operable valve is also located within the passageway. The faucet also includes an insulator located between the spout and the manual handle so that the spout is electrically isolated from the manual handle, a first touch sensor on the manual valve handle, a second touch sensor on the spout, and a capacitive sensor directly coupled to one of the first and second touch sensors and capacitively coupled to the other of the first and second touch sensors. The faucet further includes a controller coupled to the capacitive sensor. The controller monitors an output signal from the capacitive sensor to detect touching of the spout and the manual valve handle. The controller is also coupled to the electrically operable valve to control the electrically operable valve in response to the output signal from the capacitive sensor. 1. A faucet comprising:a spout;a passageway that conducts fluid flow through the spout;an electrically operable valve located within the passageway;a manual valve located within the passageway in series with the electrically operable valve;a manual handle that controls the manual valve;an insulator located between the spout and the manual handle so that the spout is electrically isolated from the manual handle;a first touch sensor on the manual valve handle;a second touch sensor on the spout;a capacitive sensor directly coupled to one of the first and second touch sensors and capacitively coupled to the other of the first and second touch sensors without a direct electrical connection through a conductor to the capacitive sensor, the capacitive sensor providing an output signal; anda controller coupled to the capacitive sensor, the controller being configured to monitor the output signal from the capacitive sensor to detect touching of the spout and the manual valve handle, the controller also ...

AUTOMATIC FAUCET AND WATER DISCHARGING DEVICE

An automatic faucet that is easy to use with a sensor window that can be easily cleaned and a sensor that is suppressed from falsely detecting water stream ejected from a water spout member. An automatic faucet, which has a water spout member and a sensor placed in a front end section of a water spout pipe and automatically ejects water from the spout member by the detection by the sensor. The water spout member and the sensor are axially inserted into the water spout pipe from the obliquely downward opening of the tip of the water spout pipe, and the sensor is disposed above the water spout member. The water spout member is disposed in a state where the front end face thereof is positioned to the inside of the water spout pipe than the front end face of the sensor. 1. An automatic faucet , which is provided with a water spout member and a sensor in a front end section that is a tip section of a water spout pipe , and which discharges water from the water spout member due to a detection of a detection target using a sensor ,wherein the water spout pipe has a shape, in which a portion of the front end side is directed forward and obliquely downward with respect to a user and an opening, which has an opening face intersecting with a pipe axis and forms a face facing obliquely downward, is formed on the front end face of the water spout pipe, andwherein the water spout member and the sensor are inserted from the opening into the water spout pipe in a pipe axial direction, and the sensor is installed above the water spout member in a state where the front end face of the water spout member is positioned on the back-side of the water spout pipe than the front end face of the sensor.2. The automatic faucet according to claim 1 ,wherein the water spout member is placed in the water spout pipe so that the front end face of the water spout member is positioned on the back-side than the front end face of the water spout pipe.3. An automatic faucet claim 1 , which is provided ...

FAUCET HANDLE WITH ANGLED INTERFACE

A faucet assembly including a handle that rotates about a rotational axis extending perpendicular to an angled interface for adjusting a first water parameter. A dial is supported for rotation independent of the handle for adjusting a second water parameter. 1. A faucet comprising:a handle attachment base; anda handle coupled to the handle attachment base and supported for rotation about a rotational axis to control a first water parameter; anda dial supported for rotation relative to the handle to control a second water parameter.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein:the handle attachment base has a longitudinal base axis;the handle has a longitudinal handle axis; andthe rotational axis is angularly offset from the longitudinal base axis and the longitudinal handle axis, such that the angular position of the longitudinal handle axis relative to the longitudinal base axis varies as the handle is rotated about the rotational axis.3. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein:the handle attachment base defines a handle movement plane angularly offset from the longitudinal base axis; andthe rotational axis extends perpendicular to the handle movement plane.4. The faucet of claim 3 , wherein the longitudinal handle axis is oriented at a first angle relative to the rotational axis claim 3 , and the longitudinal handle axis is oriented at a second angle relative to the longitudinal base axis claim 3 , the first angle being substantially constant and the second angle varying as the handle is rotated about the rotational axis.5. The faucet of claim 3 , wherein in a first angular position of the handle the longitudinal handle axis extends in a vertical direction claim 3 , and in a second angular position of the handle the longitudinal handle axis extends substantially perpendicular to the first angular position in a horizontal direction.6. The faucet of claim 1 , further comprising:a first position sensor operably coupled to the handle to detect the position of the handle relative to the ...

APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR STANDARDIZING HAND CARE

An apparatus, method and system for providing and dispensing various hand care alternatives from a common point of dispension, such as a faucet, for standardizing the hand care, washing, sanitizing, and drying process is disclosed. Included is a liquid flow path having an inlet in fluid communication with a liquid source and an outlet in fluid communication with a user reception point. A secondary flow path has an inlet in communication with one or more hand care alternatives and an outlet in communication with the user reception point. A user-perceivable output provides notification of the hand care operation being provided at the user reception point. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for dispensing a plurality of hand care alternatives from a common point of dispension , comprising:detecting a user at a user reception point by a sensor, said sensor positioned on a faucet body of a faucet, wherein the faucet comprises a faucet body having a base attached to a fixture and extending to a point of dispension, a liquid flow path extending from a liquid source through the faucet body to the point of dispension, a product flow path extending from a product source through the faucet body to the point of dispension, an air flow path extending from an air source through the faucet body to the point of dispension, and a mixing chamber comprising a foamer, wherein said sensor positioned between the base and the point of dispension;based upon the detection of the user by the sensor, beginning a cycle, via a controller connected to the sensor, which cycles operation of the liquid flow path, the product flow path, and the air flow path through a preset sequence based upon a single detection of the user by the sensor at the location without the user touching the dispensing system; andending the cycle when no user is detected at the user reception point.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the preset sequence comprises:first prewashing by dispensing the liquid from the liquid source ...

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 ...

Piezoelectric Touch-Controlled Faucet

The present invention relates to a piezoelectric touch-controlled faucet, falling under the technical field of automatic faucets. The faucet comprises a first end connected to a water supply source, a second end having a water outlet for the faucet, and a passage arranged between the first end and the second end for directing the water from the first end to the second end. The faucet further comprises an electronic valve arranged on the passage, and a touch area arranged on the external surface of the passage covering a certain area, wherein a piezoelectric sensor is arranged underneath the touch area, and an electronic control unit is connected to the piezoelectric sensor to receive signal from the piezoelectric sensor for controlling the electronic valve on and off. The electronic control unit may include an automatic time delaying unit. The piezoelectric touch-controlled faucet according to the present invention provides an improved touch control arrangement, reduces energy consumption, defines a touch area accurately, allows multi-touch control, and reduces the probability of accidental activation.

TOUCH-FREE FAUCETS AND SENSORS

A sensor for use in a touch-free faucet that can be installed from outside in through a wall of a faucet via a receiving hole. The sensor can further include an emitter and a detector mounted on an electronic circuit board. The electronic circuit board can also pass through the receiving hole of the faucet. The emitter and the detector can be elevated from the surface of the electronic circuit board. In an embodiment, legs or stilts can be used to elevate the emitter and the detector. Elevating the detector and the emitter can increase available surface area on the electronic circuit board for mounting other electronic circuit elements. 122-. (canceled)23. A method of installing a sensor for providing touch-free control of an attribute of dispensed water , the method comprising:providing a sensor suitable for insertion through a receiving hole from an exterior surface of a wall of an enclosed structure;providing an installation tool configured to slide inside the enclosed structure;providing a clip configured to secure the sensor with the enclosed structure;engaging a clip with the installation tool;inserting the sensor through the receiving hole;sliding the installation tool with the engaged clip inside the enclosed structure such that the clip aligns with one or more grooves of the sensor;disengaging the clip from the installation tool; andsliding out the installation tool from the enclosed structure.24. A method of repairing a sensor used in providing touch-free control of an attribute of dispensed water , said sensor installed from an exterior wall of an enclosed structure through a receiving hole , the method comprising:sliding in an installation tool inside an enclosed structure;engaging the installation tool with a clip that secures the sensor with the enclosed structure;sliding out the installation tool with the engaged clip from the enclosed structure; andremoving the sensor from the enclosed structure through a receiving hole.2541-. (canceled)42. The ...

Control method and circuit of a controller for a battery operated water faucet

The present invention recites a control method for a controller of a water faucet particularly for a battery operated water faucet. The method comprises the step to detect the change of back electromagnetic voltage in the driving circuit. The present invention also provides a control circuit of a controller for a water faucet particularly for a battery operated water faucet. The controller comprises a controller body having an electric solenoid formed therein, a sensor to emit and receive an Infrared signal so as to generate and transmit an operating signal, a microprocessor to receive and process the operating signal from the sensor, a driving circuit to control the switching ON-OFF of the solenoid, and a detecting means associated with a detecting circuit to detect the change of back electromagnetic voltage of the power applied to the solenoid so as to accurately control the water flow.

FAUCET

In order to provide a faucet comprising a base, a hose spray unit and an arm held on the base, wherein the arm comprises a hose spray unit receptacle on which the hose spray unit is releasably held in a rest position, wherein the passage of water through the hose spray unit is controllable particularly easily and rapidly by an operating person, it is proposed that the faucet comprises a sensor for detecting the presence and/or the movement of a hand of an operating person in a detection region of the sensor, wherein the sensor is arranged on the arm. 1. Faucet , comprisinga base,a hose spray unit andan arm held on the base, wherein the arm comprises a hose spray unit receptacle on which the hose spray unit is releasably held in a rest position,wherein the faucet comprises a sensor for the detection of the presence and/or the movement of a hand of an operating person in a detection region of the sensor, wherein the sensor is arranged on the arm.2. Faucet according to claim 1 , wherein the arm has a sensor receptacle in which the sensor is at least partially received.3. Faucet according to claim 2 , wherein the sensor is substantially completely accommodated in the sensor receptacle.4. Faucet according to claim 2 , wherein the sensor receptacle has a sensor aperture through which the sensor is accessible from an exterior of the faucet.5. Faucet according to claim 4 , wherein the detection region of the sensor is arranged laterally beside the arm or beneath the arm.6. Faucet according to claim 1 , wherein in the region in which the sensor is arranged claim 1 , the arm has a substantially rectangular or oval cross-section.7. Faucet according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor comprises an infrared sensor.8. Faucet according to claim 1 , wherein the faucet comprises a control device which controls a stop valve which permits or blocks the passage of water through the hose spray unit when the sensor detects the presence and/or the movement of a hand of an operating person in ...

Lavatory System With Integrated Hand Dryer

A lavatory system includes a basin having a water collecting area having a back wall, a bottom wall, and a front wall. The back wall of the water collecting area is proximate the wall on which the lavatory system is mounted. Further, an opening may extend through the front wall. The lavatory system also includes a hand dryer having a blower located below the water collecting area and a first plenum having an input and an output. The input is connected to the blower to receive a first air flow from the blower, and the output is aligned with the opening in the front wall of the water collecting area to deliver the first air flow from the front wall over the water collecting area. 1. A lavatory system for mounting to a wall , the lavatory system comprising:a basin having a water collecting area, including a back wall, a bottom wall, and a front wall, wherein the back wall of the water collecting area is proximate the wall on which the lavatory system is mounted, and wherein an opening extends through the front wall; and 'a blower located below the water collecting area;', 'a hand dryer comprisinga first plenum having an input connected to the blower to receive a first air flow from the blower and an output aligned with the opening in the front wall of the water collecting area to deliver the first air flow from the front wall over the water collecting area.2. The lavatory system of wherein the basin further includes a backsplash claim 1 , and wherein the hand dryer further comprises a second plenum having an input connected to the blower to receive a second air flow from the blower and an output integrated with the backsplash.3. The lavatory system of wherein the first and second plenums of the hand dryer form a drying cavity configured to receive a user's hands.4. The lavatory system of claim l further comprising a faucet operably connected to the basin.5. The lavatory system of further comprising a soap dispenser operably connected to the basin.6. The lavatory system ...

ELECTRONIC TAP WITH OPERATING SYSTEM AT THE END OF THE SPOUT

The present invention relates to an electronic faucet with a head () that incorporates the operative system for controlling dispensing of the water. The head is mounted at the end of the spout (). Furthermore, the tap is equipped with a by-pass system for manual operation in an emergency when the operative system has a malfunction. 18-. (canceled)9. A faucet , comprising:a spout having a head end through which water is dispensed;a valve system connected to the spout for controlling flow of water through the spout;an electronic mechanism positioned at the head end of the spout for electronically controlling operation of the valve system to dispense water; anda bypass system connected to the valve system enabling manual control of the valve system to dispense water when desired.10. The faucet of claim 9 , wherein the electronic mechanism comprises an electronic control circuit including one or more sensors for detecting presence of a user or an object near the faucet to activate the valve system to dispense water and one or more batteries for powering the electronic control circuit.11. The faucet of claim 10 , wherein the electronic control circuit and the one or more batteries are mounted as a unit in a holder in the head end of the spout to facilitate replacement of the unit or the one or more batteries.12. The faucet of claim 9 , wherein the one or more sensors comprise a vertical sensor.13. The faucet of claim 9 , wherein the one or more sensors comprise a front sensor.14. The faucet of claim 9 , wherein the one or more sensors comprise a vertical sensor and a front sensor.15. The faucet of claim 9 , wherein the one or more sensors comprise one or more optical sensors.16. The faucet of claim 9 , wherein the electronic mechanism further comprises a light emitting diode or a back-light system to signal detection of a user or an object near the faucet.17. The faucet of claim 9 , wherein the electronic mechanism further comprises a light emitting diode or a back-light ...

MODULAR SENSOR ACTIVATED FAUCET

A modular sensor activated faucet assembly provides a spout that can be coupled and removed from its mounting base quickly and easily for installation and service. A water tight connection can be established between the mounting base and the spout without the use of tools or additional mechanical connections, thus allowing the spout to be installed by simply plugging into its base. A seamless spout construction defining a hollow interior bifurcated by integral internal wall structure provides a wet chamber between its mounting end and the outlet and a flow pipe inside the spout. The modular base provides a cooperating flow pipe. When the spout is mounted onto the base, the flow pipes are configured to nest together in close relation such that one or more seals can be disposed between the flow pipes to provide a water tight seal between the spout and base. 1. An electronically operated faucet having a sensor for activating a control valve controlling flow of water to the faucet , comprising:a base having a flow pipe extending along an upright axis;a spout defining a hollow interior bifurcated by an internal wall to provide a flow chamber between a mounting end and an outlet end of the spout, wherein the spout defines an internal wall extending across the flow cavity and having a flow pipe extending about the upright axis; andat least one seal;wherein the spout is removably coupled to the base and when coupled the flow pipes are configured to nest together in close relation such that the at least one seal is disposed between the flow pipes to provide a water tight seal of flow passing through the flow pipes and into the flow chamber.2. The faucet of claim 1 , further including a mounting shank having at least one interior passage and an upper end claim 1 , and wherein the base has a flow passage extending along the upright axis claim 1 , the flow passage communicating with the flow pipe of the base and receiving the upper end of the mounting shank such that the ...

PRESSURE SENSITIVE TOUCH ELECTRONIC FAUCET

A faucet having a pressure-sensitive surface for dynamically adjusting the faucet's water flow rate and/or temperature based on an amount of pressure applied to the surface of the faucet is disclosed. A pressure sensor may be electronically connected to one or more electronic valves of the faucet to control the flow of water through either the cold or hot water lines, thereby controlling the flow rate and/or temperature of water coming from the faucet. 1. A faucet comprising:a spout;an electronic valve assembly including a cold water inlet for receiving a cold water line, a hot water inlet for receiving a hot water line, and a mixed water outlet in fluid communication with the spout, the electronic valve assembly configured to control a temperature and a flow rate of water flowing through the spout;a pressure sensor assembly including at least one pressure sensor configured to detect a pressure applied to a predetermined exterior surface associated with the faucet;a circuit electronically coupled to the pressure sensor assembly and the electronic valve assembly, the circuit configured to adjust the electronic valve assembly based on the pressure detected by the pressure sensor assembly; andwherein the circuit is configured to differentiate between pressure readings of the pressure sensor assembly to adjust the electronic valve assembly differently with respect to flow rate and/or temperature based on different pressure readings.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the circuit is configured to adjust the electronic valve assembly to increase a temperature of water flowing through the spout based on a first pressure detected by the pressure sensor assembly and decrease a temperature of water flowing through the spout based on a second pressure detected by the pressure sensor assembly claim 1 , wherein the first pressure and the second pressure are different pressures.3. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the circuit is configured to adjust the electronic valve assembly to ...

Multi-Function Fixture for a Lavatory System

Systems and methods for a multi-function lavatory fixture are disclosed. The lavatory fixture includes a first and second leg, where a first end of each leg is configured to be mounted to a deck and a second end of each leg is located over a basin of the lavatory fixture. A connecting section extends between the second ends of each leg and includes outlets to dispense water and soap to wash a user's hands. The fixture also includes indicators located proximate each of the outlets to indicate to the user the location of each outlet. A sensor located near each outlet identifies the presence of a user's hands near the outlet and dispenses water and soap, accordingly. A controller within the lavatory fixture receives inputs from each sensor and activates the appropriate pump or valve to deliver the desired product at the appropriate outlet.

TOUCHLESS FAUCET ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF OPERATION

A faucet includes a spout, a proximity detector, a first valve, and a control circuit. The proximity detector is mounted on or in the spout. The proximity detector includes a light emitter and a sensor. The light emitter is configured to emit a beam of light. The sensor is configured to produce a signal in response to sensing the beam reflected by an object in a zone of detection. The first valve is configured to control a first flow of fluid to the spout. The control circuit is operatively coupled the first valve and the proximity detector. The control circuit is configured to receive the signal and cause the first valve to control the first flow of fluid through the spout after receiving the signal. 1. (canceled)2. A faucet comprising:a spout; a light emitter configured to emit a beam of light; and', 'a sensor configured to produce a signal in response to sensing the beam reflected by an object in a zone of detection;, 'a proximity detector mounted on or in the spout, the proximity detector comprisinga first valve configured to control a first flow of fluid to the spout; anda control circuit that is operatively coupled the first valve and the proximity detector, and configured to receive the signal and cause the first valve to control the first flow of fluid through the spout after receiving the signal.3. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein:the spout is configured to discharge the first flow of fluid within a flow region; andthe proximity detector is mounted on or in the spout such that the zone of detection does not intersect the flow region.4. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein the light emitter is configured such that the beam is invisible to the human eye.5. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein:the spout comprises an arched portion;the proximity detector is disposed on or in an inner surface of the arched portion.6. The faucet of claim 2 , further comprising a mounting plate that is configured to be mounted on at least one of a sink or a counter;wherein the spout ...

KITCHEN FITTING AND OPERATING METHOD

A kitchen fitting (), a method for operating a kitchen fitting and a kitchen device are provided. The kitchen fitting () has an outlet fitting (), a fluid supply () and an operating unit (). The fluid supply () is intended for one or more fluids. The operating unit () has a controller () and one or more operating elements ( to ) connected thereto. One operating element () is designed as a non-contact on/off switch () for a fluid flow (). The non-contact on/off switch () switches on the fluid flow () when actuated and switches off the fluid flow () when actuated again. The non-contact on/off switch () can preferably be designed as a pulse switch. 1. A kitchen fitting comprising:an outlet fitting;a fluid supply for one or more fluids; andan operating unit comprising a control device and one or more operating elements connected thereto, wherein one of the one or more operating elements is designed as a contactless on/off switch for a fluid flow wherein the contactless on/off switch switches on the fluid flow when actuated and switches the fluid flow off again when actuated again.2. A kitchen fitting in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the contactless on/off switch is designed as a pulse switch.3. A kitchen fitting in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the contactless on/off switch switches on the fluid flow when actuated by means of the control device and switches the fluid flow off again when actuated again.4. A kitchen fitting in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the contactless on/off switch has at least one of an upwardly directed range of action and a sideways directed range of action.5. A kitchen fitting in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the contactless on/off switch is designed as a sensor that can be actuated manually and in a contactless manner.6. A kitchen fitting in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the contactless on/off switch is designed as an optical sensor comprising an infrared reflected light scanner.7. A kitchen fitting in accordance with claim 1 ...

AUTOMATIC EXCESS WATER FLOW SAVING SYSTEM

An automatic excess water flow saving system reduces the water loss by water outlets in houses and other water consuming installations. The system controls the water flow through an outlet by toggling the water flow rate. An actuator activates a timer which opens and closes a valve intermittently and continuously while a water outlet is open. 1. An automatic system for regulating water flow comprising:an actuator;a valve; anda timer;wherein the system is adapted to be installed on a water line;wherein the actuator activates the timer when a water outlet connected to the water line is opened; andwherein the timer causes the valve to open and close.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the valve is a normally closed solenoid valve.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the normally closed solenoid valve is modified with a bypass hole.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the actuator comprises a proximity switch.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising an enclosure box.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the actuator claim 5 , the valve claim 5 , and the timer is contained in the enclosure box.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the timer opens and closes the valve intermittently.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the frequency at which the timer opens and closes the valve is adjustable.9. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a source for electricity.10. An actuator for an automatic system for regulating water flow comprising:a body;a proximity switch; anda proximity switch target;wherein the proximity switch target moves into a sensing region to turn on the proximity switch when a water outlet is opened.11. The actuator of claim 10 , wherein the proximity switch turns on a timer when the proximity switch is turned on.12. The actuator of claim 10 , wherein a spring positions the proximity switch target outside the sensing region of the proximity switch when the water outlet is closed.13. The actuator of claim 10 , wherein the actuator is adapted to be attached to a ...

SENSOR ASSEMBLY FOR FAUCET

A sensor assembly for controlling a solenoid valve, the solenoid valve controlling the flow of water through a faucet, is described. The sensor assembly includes a head including a bottom portion configured to be supported by a wall and a top portion. The sensor assembly also includes a proximity sensor including a transmitter and receiver. The transmitter projects a beam into a detection zone. The sensor assembly also includes processing electronics configured to cause the solenoid valve to open in response to a receiver detecting a reflection from an object in the detection zone. 1. A sensor assembly for controlling a solenoid valve , the solenoid valve controlling a flow of water through a faucet , the faucet being spaced apart from the sensor assembly , the sensor assembly comprising: a bottom portion configured to be supported by a wall; and', 'a top portion opposite the bottom portion;, 'a head comprising an transmitter configured to project a beam into a detection zone on a side of the head opposite the wall, the beam extending substantially normal to and away from the wall; and', 'a receiver configured to detect a reflection of the beam off of an object in the detection zone; and, 'a proximity sensor comprisingprocessing electronics configured to cause the solenoid valve to open in response to the receiver detecting a first reflection from the object in the detection zone.2. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a shank coupled to the head and passing through a first hole in the wall; anda nut threadedly coupled to the shank such that tightening of the nut on the shank secures the head to the wall.3. The sensor assembly of claim 2 , wherein the wall comprises a rim extending from a basin claim 2 , the rim defining the first hole and defining at least one faucet hole for mounting the faucet to the rim claim 2 , the first hole spaced apart from the at least one faucet hole.4. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a translucent cover ...

SENSOR ASSEMBLY FOR FAUCET

A sensor assembly for controlling a flow of water through a faucet includes a shank and a head. The shank is configured to pass through an aperture in a wall and terminates at a flange at a first end of the shank. The head is configured to be coupled to the shank. The head includes a base, a top portion, and circuitry. The base has a first side configured to be supported by a first side of the wall and a second side configured to interface with a first side of the flange. The base includes an opening configured to receive the flange and a hole configured to receive a portion of the shank. The circuitry is configured to be positioned between the cover and a second side of the flange opposite the first side of the flange. The circuitry interfaces with the second side of the flange. 1. A sensor assembly for controlling a flow of water through a faucet , the sensor assembly comprising:a shank configured to pass through an aperture in a wall and terminating at a flange at a first end of the shank; and a base having a first side configured to be supported by a first side of the wall and a second side configured to interface with a first side of the flange, the base comprising an opening configured to receive the flange and a hole configured to receive a portion of the shank;', 'a top portion opposite the base and comprising a cover that is configured to cover the opening of the base such that the flange is contained between the base and the cover; and', a proximity sensor; and', 'processing electronics configured to control the flow of water., 'circuitry configured to be positioned between the cover and a second side of the flange opposite the first side of the flange, the circuitry interfacing with the second side of the flange, the circuitry comprising], 'a head configured to be coupled to the shank, the head comprising2. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a nut threadedly coupled to the shank and configured to be supported by a second side of the wall ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD TO DETECT AND COMMUNICATE FAUCET VALVE POSITION

A faucet that includes a mechanical valve having an outer member and a valve member, wherein the valve member is configured to move radially relative to the outer member between an open position and a closed position; a ring disposed at least partially around the outer member and configured to move in response to the movement of the valve member; and a switch configured to open and close in response to the movement of the ring. 1. (canceled)2. A faucet comprising:a mechanical valve having an outer member and a valve member, wherein the valve member is configured to move radially relative to the outer member between an open position and a closed position;a ring disposed at least partially around the outer member and configured to move in response to the movement of the valve member; anda switch configured to open and close in response to the movement of the ring.3. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein the ring is configured to translate radially relative to the outer member in response to the movement of the valve member.4. The faucet of claim 3 , wherein the ring and the valve member translate radially relative to a longitudinal axis of the outer member of the mechanical valve.5. The faucet of claim 3 , wherein the switch is disposed on the ring.6. The faucet of claim 2 , further comprising an adjustment member configured to engage the valve member to move the ring relative to the outer member.7. The faucet of claim 6 , wherein the adjustment member engages a protrusion of the ring claim 6 , and wherein the protrusion is located approximately diametrically opposite from the switch.8. The faucet of claim 7 , further comprising a spring provided around the protrusion and configured to bias the ring toward a position in which the switch is open.9. A faucet comprising:a faucet body having an outlet; a casing fixed relative to the faucet body; and', 'a valve member that is radially movable relative to the casing between an exterior position, in which a part of the valve ...

MULTI-CONTROL AUTOMATIC FAUCET

A multi-control automatic faucet includes a faucet body, a manual valve core, a solenoid valve core, a water flow sensor, a main sensor switch, and a controller. The water flow sensor is configured to detect whether water flows through manual valve core. When there is water flowing through the manual valve core, the controller controls the main sensor switch to be inactive. When there is no water flowing through the manual valve core, the controller controls the faucet body to spray water out through the solenoid valve core. The multi-control automatic faucet has two control modes, namely, a manual control mode and a sensor control mode. It is convenient for users to use.

TOUCH-FREE WATER-CONTROL SYSTEM

A system and method of Touch Free Automatic faucet controlled by electronic sensors provides a Primary-Water-Flow-Mode, a Continue-Water-Flow-Mode, a Temperature-Control-Mode, a Faucet-Pause-Mode, an Adjust-Water-Flow-Mode and a Flow-Temperature-Default-Setting-Mode for users to control faucet water flow and water temperature without touching any parts of faucet body. The system comprises at least three electronic sensors, a logical processor circuit board, an electricity power supply package, a water flow control valve assembly, a temperature control valve assembly, at least one faucet body housing and at least one inlet fluid line. From the outputs of the sensors, the logical processor responds to the flow control valve assembly and to the temperature control valve assembly to control water flow and temperature to the faucet spout. 1. (canceled)2. A method for controlling touch-free operation of a flow of water from a faucet including a first touch-free sensor and a second touch-free sensor , the method comprising:receiving a first sensor signal in response to a first activation motion;retrieving a flow state in response to the received first sensor signal, said flow state indicative of at least one of the following modes: a pause mode or a non-pause mode; andchanging the flow state from the pause mode to the non-pause mode or the non-pause mode to the pause mode based in part on the retrieved flow state,wherein said first activation motion is related to a presence of an object in front of a first touch-free sensor and wherein at least said retrieving is implemented by a hardware processor.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:receiving a second sensor signal in response to a second activation motion; andtransmitting a first output signal from the hardware processor to a water-flow control valve instructing the water-flow control valve to permit a flow of water through it based at least in part on the received second sensor signal.4. The method of claim 3 ...

CONDUCTIVE BONNET NUT FOR AN ELECTRONIC FAUCET

An electronic faucet including a delivery spout, a valve cartridge, a bonnet nut securing the valve cartridge within the delivery spout, and a handle operably coupled to a valve stem of the valve cartridge. The bonnet nut is illustratively formed of a conductive polymer. A contact spring is supported by the valve stem, wherein an electrically conductive path extends from the faucet handle, the contact spring, the bonnet nut and the delivery spout. 1. An electronic faucet comprising:a first faucet component formed of an electrically conductive material;a second faucet component formed of an electrically conductive material;a capacitive sensor operably coupled to the first faucet component;a controller operably coupled to the capacitive sensor, an output signal from the capacitive sensor being supplied to the controller;a mounting nut threadably coupled to the first faucet component, the mounting nut being formed of an electrically conductive polymer;a contact spring extending between a first end and a second end, the first end in electrical contact with the mounting nut, and the second end in electrical contact with the second faucet component, the contact spring formed of an electrically conductive material; andwherein an electrically conductive path extends from the second faucet component, the contact spring, the mounting nut and the first faucet component to the capacitive sensor.2. The electronic faucet of claim 1 , wherein the first faucet component comprises a faucet spout.3. The electronic faucet of claim 2 , wherein the second faucet component comprises a faucet handle.4. The electronic faucet of claim 3 , further comprising a valve cartridge secured within the faucet spout by the mounting nut claim 3 , the valve cartridge including a valve stem coupled to the faucet handle.5. The electronic faucet of claim 4 , wherein the mounting nut includes external threads claim 4 , the spout includes internal threads engaging the external threads of the mounting nut ...

TWO-DISTANCE TOUCH FREE AUTOMATIC TYPE WATER SUPPLY DEVICE AND METHOD

A two-distance touch free automatic type water supply method includes: when a sensor senses an appearance of an external object at a first distance from the sensor, the sensing signal is an open signal, whereby water of the outlet is supplied; when the sensor senses a disappearance of the external object at the first distance from the sensor, the sensing signal is a closed signal, whereby water of the outlet is not supplied; when the sensor senses a first appearance and a first disappearance of the external object at a second distance from the sensor, the sensing signal is an open signal, whereby water of the outlet is supplied; and when the sensor senses a second appearance and a second disappearance of the external object at the second distance from the sensor, the sensing signal is a closed signal, whereby water of the outlet is not supplied. 1. A two-distance touch free automatic type water supply device , comprising:a shell comprising an inlet, a flow channel and an outlet, wherein the outlet is communicated with the inlet through the flow channel; a sensor adjacent to the outlet for sensing an external object and then generating a sensing signal; and', 'a control circuit electrically connected to the sensor and receiving the sensing signal for generating a control signal; and, 'an electronic control unit comprisinga driving unit, wherein an end of the driving unit is disposed in the shell, and the other end of the driving unit is physically connected to the flow channel for automatically controlling whether water of the outlet is supplied according to the control signal;wherein:when the sensor senses an appearance of an external object at a first distance from the sensor, the sensing signal is an open signal, whereby the water of the outlet is supplied;when the sensor senses a disappearance of the external object at the first distance from the sensor, the sensing signal is a closed signal, whereby the water of the outlet is not supplied;when the sensor senses ...

Touchless, remotely activatable assembly for fluid flow regulation, related systems and methods

An assembly for controlling fluid flow between a fluid source and an outlet includes an electrically operable valve interposed between the fluid source and the outlet, the valve being actuatable between an open position and and a closed position; and an activator device comprising (i) a user-activatable sensor configured to detect a stimulus when the stimulus enters a detection zone, (ii) a transmitter configured to transmit a signal upon activation of the sensor by a user to a controller for actuating the valve, and (iii) an orientation detector configured to detect among at least two orientations of the activator device. When the activator device is in a first orientation, a zone of detection of the sensor may extend no farther than a predetermined distance from the sensor, and when the activator is in a second orientation, the zone of detection may extend farther than the predetermined distance from the sensor.

CONNECTOR FOR AN ELECTRONIC FAUCET

A connector for an electronic faucet including a light source. The connector includes a socket and is configured to distinguish between an electrically conductive plug and an electrically non-conductive plug for controlling activation of the light source. 1. A method of operating an electronic faucet , the method comprising the steps of:providing a light outlet;providing a connector including a socket, and a first light source operably coupled to the socket;deactivating the first light source by inserting an electrically conductive plug of a wire into the socket; andactivating the first light source by inserting an electrically non-conductive plug of a light pipe into the socket, the first light source emitting light to the light outlet.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first light source is positioned below a mounting deck.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein light from the first light source is transmitted through the light pipe to the light outlet.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of providing a second light source claim 1 , and activating the second light source by inserting the electrically conductive plug into the socket.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of providing a first faucet component on a first side of a mounting member claim 1 , the first faucet component including a water outlet claim 1 , wherein the light outlet is operably coupled to the first faucet component and positioned on the first side of the mounting member.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the first faucet component comprises a delivery spout.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising a base ring supported below the delivery spout claim 6 , the base ring including a lens operably coupled to the light outlet.8. The method of claim 5 , further comprising the step of providing a second faucet component on a second side of the mounting member claim 5 , the second faucet component including the connector and the first light source.9. The method ...

Touch Spray Head

A touch spray head is in connection with a water supply segment of a water supply pipe which is accommodated in a body of a faucet and includes a water channel, the touch spray head and the water supply pipe are pulled out of and retracted back to an outlet of the body, and the touch spray head contains: a casing, a positioning member, a control valve, and an actuation device. The casing includes a hole arranged thereon, the positioning member includes at least one first through orifice, and each of the at least one first through orifice communicates with the water channel and the hole. The control valve includes a movable stem configured to turn on the control valve, and the actuation device partially exposes outside the casing and is operated by a user so as to urge the movable stem of the control valve to move. 1. A touch spray head being in connection with a water supply segment of a water supply pipe which is accommodated in a body of a faucet and includes a water channel; the touch spray head and the water supply pipe being pulled out of and retracted back to an outlet of the body , and the touch spray head comprising:a casing configured to be held and pulled by a user and including a hole arranged thereon;a positioning member secured in the casing and including at least one first through orifice formed thereon, and each of the at least one first through orifice communicating with the water channel of the water supply pipe and the hole of the casing;a control valve housed in the positioning member and including a movable stem configured to turn on the control valve, such that water flows to the at least one first through orifice of the positioning member from the water channel of the house via the control valve; andan actuation device partially exposing outside the casing and being operated by the user so as to urge the movable stem of the control valve to move.2. The touch spray head as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the positioning member includes an ...

Faucet assembly with retractable features

In an example, a faucet assembly is disclosed. The faucet assembly includes a retractable faucet configured to transition between a retracted position and an extended position and an actuator configured to cause the retractable faucet to transition between the retracted position and the extended position.

METERED DISPENSE POT FILLER

A pot filler including a metered dispense input device for dispensing of predetermined volumes of water. The pot filler illustratively includes an electrically operable valve operably coupled to a metered dispense input unit, and a control module configured to control operation of the electrically operable valve. 1. A metered dispense pot filler mounted on a wall having a fluid supply for use in dispensing fluid into a vessel resting on a support surface , the pot filler comprising:a metered dispense input device;an electrically operable valve operably coupled to the metered dispense input device and in fluid communication with a fluid supply;a first arm having a first end and a second end, the first end rotatably coupled to and extending radially of the metered dispense input device;a second arm having a first end and a second end, the first end rotatably coupled to and extending radially of the second end of the first arm; anda fluid outlet, in fluid communication with the fluid supply and coupled to the second end of the second arm.2. The metered dispense pot filler of claim 1 , wherein the metered dispense input device includes:a shell defining a chamber;an input controller disposed within the chamber and operably coupled with an electrically operable valve of the fluid supply;a rotatable first dial supported by the shell and operably coupled to the input controller;a rotatable second dial supported by the shell and operably coupled to the input controller; andan activation button positioned above the first dial and in communication with the input controller, the activation button operably coupled to the first dial and the second dial.3. The metered dispense pot filler of claim 2 , wherein the rotational position of the first dial selects one of a first plurality of values corresponding with a numerical unit;4. The metered dispense pot filler of claim 3 , wherein the rotational position of the second dial selects one of a second plurality of values corresponding ...

Configurable Faucet Apparatus and Methods of Implementing and Operating Same

A faucet apparatus and method of implementing a faucet apparatus are disclosed herein. In an example embodiment, the apparatus includes a body integrated or coupled to a base, where the body includes surfaces within which are formed first and second orifices that respectively extend inward into the body along first and second axes, respectively. A first cross-section of the first orifice taken perpendicular to the first axis has a first size and a first shape that are, respectively, substantially identical to a second size and a second shape of a second cross-section of the second orifice taken perpendicular to the second axis. The apparatus also includes a spout having a first end supported within the first orifice, and a sensor structure having a cross-sectional surface supported within the second orifice, where each of the first end and cross-sectional surface is configured to fit complementarily within either of the orifices. 1. A faucet apparatus comprising:a base having a mounting surface;a body integrated or coupled to the base, wherein the body includes first and second surfaces, respectively, within which are formed first and second orifices, respectively,wherein the first and second orifices respectively extend inward into the body along a first axis and a second axis, respectively, and the first axis is perpendicular or substantially perpendicular relative to the second axis, andwherein a first cross-section of the first orifice taken perpendicular to the first axis has a first size and a first shape that are, respectively, substantially identical to a second size and a second shape of a second cross-section of the second orifice taken perpendicular to the second axis;a spout having a first end that is configured to fit complementarily within either of the first and second orifices, and that is supported within the first orifice;a sensor structure having an external cross-sectional surface that also is configured to fit complementarily within either of ...

AUTOMATIC WATER AND SOAP DISPENSING FAUCET

An automatic faucet assembly having a faucet spout for simultaneously dispensing water and soap; a touchless sensor on the automatic faucet assembly; a soap supply for a soap; a water flow control valve; and a controller. The touchless sensor is configured to signal the controller to activate a timed wash cycle including a start-up phase to initiate only water flow through the faucet spout for a first predetermined period of time, a scrubbing phase to dispense the soap from the soap supply and water flow simultaneously in a single stream through the faucet spout for a second predetermined period of time, and a rinsing phase to provide only water flow through the faucet spout for a third predetermined period of time. 1. An automatic faucet assembly comprising:a faucet spout for simultaneously dispensing water and soap;at least one touchless sensor on the automatic faucet assembly;a soap supply for a soap;a water flow control valve; anda controller;wherein said at least one touchless sensor is configured to signal the controller to activate a timed wash cycle; a start-up phase to initiate only water flow through the faucet spout for a first predetermined period of time;', 'a scrubbing phase to dispense the soap from the soap supply and water flow simultaneously in a single stream through the faucet spout for a second predetermined period of time; and', 'a rinsing phase to provide only water flow through the faucet spout for a third predetermined period of time., 'wherein the timed wash cycle includes2. The automatic faucet assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one touchless sensor includes an infrared sensor configured to detect a user's hands.3. The automatic faucet assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the soap supply for includes a soap receptacle and a pump connected to for the soap receptacle.4. The automatic faucet assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the water flow control valve is configured to provide water flow through the faucet spout at ...

FAUCET

A faucet is provided, and the faucet includes a faucet body, an electrically controllable valve, a contact sensing unit or a proximity sensing unit, a motion sensing unit, and a control unit. The control unit determines an operation mode of the faucet based on a signal of the contact sensing unit or the proximity sensing unit, and a signal of the motion sensing unit, and controls an on-off state of the electrically controllable valve. 1. A faucet , comprising:a faucet body, comprising a water inlet end and a water outlet end;an electrically controllable valve, connected between the water inlet end and the water outlet end, to allow or block connection between the water inlet end and the water outlet end based on an on-off state of the electrically controllable valve;a contact sensing unit, comprising a sensing end, wherein the sensing end is disposed on or electrically connected to the faucet body, to respond, based on whether the faucet body is contacted by an object, a change of a first signal output from the contact sensing unit;a motion sensing unit, comprising a movable part, wherein the movable part is disposed on the faucet body, to respond, based on a motion of a part of the faucet body, a change of a second signal output from the motion sensing unit; anda control unit, electrically connected to the contact sensing unit, the motion sensing unit, and the electrically controllable valve, to control the on-off state of the electrically controllable valve based on the first signal and the second signal.2. The faucet according to claim 1 , wherein the faucet body further comprises a manual control valve located between the water inlet end and the water outlet end claim 1 , to allow or block the connection between the water inlet end and the water outlet end based on an on-off state of the manual control valve in a manual mode claim 1 , and the control unit further controls an operation mode of the faucet based on the first signal claim 1 , wherein the operation ...

FAUCET INCLUDING A CAPACITANCE BASED SENSOR

An electronic faucet is provided that includes a spout having a passageway configured to conduct fluid flow through the spout, an electrically operable valve coupled to the passageway, and a capacitive sensor coupled to the faucet. A controller may dynamically change on/off thresholds and monitor a stability signal to determine when to turn off the electrically operable valve. 1. An electronic faucet comprising:a spout having a passageway configured to deliver fluid through the spout;an electrically operable valve positioned in the passageway;a capacitive sensor coupled to the faucet and defining a detection area; anda controller in electrical communication with the capacitive sensor, wherein the controller is configured to maintain the valve in an open position when an object is moving within the detection area.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller defines a threshold claim 1 , the capacitive sensor is configured to send a signal to the controller claim 1 , and the controller opens the valve when a measure of the signal reaches the threshold.3. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to adjust the threshold in response to at least one environmental factor.4. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein the controller defines a first threshold and a second threshold greater than the first threshold claim 2 , and the controller is configured to open the valve when the measure of the signal exceeds the first threshold.5. The faucet of claim 4 , wherein the controller is configured to maintain the valve in the open position when the measure of the signal exceeds the second threshold.6. The faucet of claim 4 , wherein the controller is configured to close the valve when substantially no movement of the object is detected within the detection area and the measure of the signal is less than the second threshold.7. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the capacitive sensor is configured to provide a signal to the controller claim 1 , and the controller is ...

A CLEANING EQUIPMENT

Cleaning equipment includes: a body; the water outlet where water passing through the body is delivered to the user; the sensor; the automatic flow mode in which the flow is enabled upon the sensor detecting the presence of an object; the manual flow mode in which the flow is controlled only by the contact of the user; the mixed flow mode in which the flow is able to be controlled both by the user's contact and in a non-contact manner; adjustment members for adjusting the temperature and flow rate of the water; for the adjustment of the temperature and flow rate; and the switch which is connected to the control unit, is able to be triggered mechanically or in a touch-operated manner by the first and/or the second adjustment member and enables switching between the flow modes or the flow of water to be controlled in the manual flow mode. 1. A cleaning equipment suitable for use in the delivery of the water obtained from a source to a user and comprising:at least one body connected with said source, through which the water may pass;at least one water outlet where the water passing through the body is delivered to the user;at least one sensor, which is positioned in said body, has at least one sensing zone and detects the presence of an object in case such object is positioned within the sensing zone; andat least one automatic flow mode in which the flow of water is controlled only in a non-contact manner, the flow of water from said water outlet is enabled upon said sensor detecting the presence of the object and the flow of water is interrupted when the object has been removed from the sensing zonecharacterized in that it further comprisesat least one manual flow mode in which the flow of water from the water outlet is controlled only by the contact of the user;at least one mixed flow mode in which the flow of water from the water outlet is able to be controlled both by the user's contact and in a non-contact manner;at least one first adjustment member, which is ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING THE OPERATION OF A SHOWER

A method and system are provided for managing the operation of a shower. The method and system involve receiving user input through at least one input channel and optionally generating a first indication comprising at least one of an audio and visual indication at a user interface module, optionally executing at least one of a plurality of flow control instructions at a flow control module, and providing and configuring a processor to receive the user input, process the user input and generate a plurality of operational parameters, receive sensor data from the at least one of a plurality of sensors, store the sensor data at the storage module, transmit and receive information to and from external communication devices via a system network, determine, based on this information, the sensor data and the operational parameters whether a second indication and new flow control instructions are needed, and if so, causing the user interface module to optionally generate the second indication comprising at least one of an audio and visual indication, and if necessary, sending the new flow control instructions to the flow control module. 1. A method for managing the operation of a shower , the method comprising:a) receiving user input through at least one input channel;b) optionally generating a first indication at a user interface module comprising at least one of an audio and visual indication;c) optionally executing at least one of a plurality of flow control instructions at a flow control module; and i. receive the user input from the user interface module;', 'ii. receive sensor data from the at least one of a plurality of sensors;', 'iii. store the sensor data at the storage module;', 'iv. process the user input and sensor data, and generate at least one of a plurality of operational parameters;', 'v. transmit and receive information to and from communication devices via a system network;', 'vi. determine based on the sensor data and the operational parameters whether a ...

Touch free automatic type water supply device and method

A touch free automatic type water supply device includes: a shell; first to third sensors adapted to sense an external object and then generate first to third sensing signals, respectively, wherein the first sensor is adapted to sense the external object located in a front direction of the shell, only the second sensor is adapted to sense the external object located in a side direction of the shell, and only the third sensor is adapted to sense the external object located in another side direction of the shell; an electronic control unit adapted receiving the first to third sensing signals and then generating driving signals, respectively; and a flow control unit, wherein according to the driving signals the flow control unit controls whether water is supplied, whether the flow rate of the supplied water is changed, or whether the supplied water temperature is changed.

ELECTRONIC PLUMBING FIXTURE FITTING

The present invention provides an electronic plumbing fixture fitting, such as an electronic faucet. 1. An electronic plumbing fixture fitting , comprising:a discharge outlet, the discharge outlet being operable to deliver water;an electronic valve, the electronic valve being operable to permit flow of water through the discharge outlet when the electronic valve is activated and to prevent flow of water through the discharge outlet when the electronic valve is deactivated;a sensor, the sensor being operable to send a signal when the sensor is triggered; anda control for the sensor, the control being operable to receive the signal from the sensor when the sensor is triggered and, in response, send a signal to the electronic valve to activate the electronic valve, a portion of the control not being unique to the sensor and a portion of the control being unique to the sensor;wherein the portion of the control that is not unique to the sensor is stored separate from the portion of the control that is unique to the sensor.21. The electronic plumbing fixture fitting of , wherein the portion of the control that is not unique to the sensor is stored outside a portion of the fitting that houses the sensor.31. The electronic plumbing fixture fitting of , wherein the portion of the control that is unique to the sensor is stored inside a portion of the fitting that houses the sensor.41. The electronic plumbing fixture fitting of , wherein the portion of the control that is not unique to the sensor is stored in an electronics module that is outside a spout of the fitting.51. The electronic plumbing fixture fitting of , wherein the portion of the control that is unique to the sensor is stored inside a spout of the fitting.61. The electronic plumbing fixture fitting of , wherein an inner diameter of a spout of the fitting is less than or equal to one inch.7. An electronic plumbing fixture fitting , comprising:a discharge outlet, the discharge outlet being operable to deliver water ...

PERSON-DETECTING SENSOR AND AUTOMATIC WATER FAUCET

A person-detecting sensor includes: a range-finding unit that decides whether a distance to a detection object falls within a predetermined detection distance range; a received-light quantity decision unit that decides whether a received-light quantity is equal to or greater than a predetermined received-light quantity threshold; and a continuation decision unit that decides whether a state of the detection object being present is ongoing. In the received-light quantity decision unit, after water discharge is started upon the detection determination unit determining a detection object to be under detection state, for a period during which the continuation decision unit decides the state in which the detection object being present is ongoing, the received-light quantity threshold is set to be lower than prior to when the water discharge is started. 1. A person-detecting sensor for an automatic water faucet provided with an imaging unit that includes an imaging element in which pixels are arranged either one-dimensionally or two-dimensionally , and a light-emitting unit disposed offset from the imaging unit in a predetermined direction , wherein the imaging unit , receiving reflected light generated by light incident from the light-emitting unit , detects a person , as a detection object , located within a predetermined detection distance range , the person-detecting sensor comprising:an imaging operation control unit that controls an imaging operation carrying out light emission by the light-emitting unit and light receiving by the imaging unit;a readout unit that reads out the respective received-light quantities of pixels constituting the imaging element;a range-finding unit that identifies position where the reflected light is incident in a light-receiving region, which is a region in which pixels constituting the imaging element are arrayed in the predetermined direction, and that decides whether distance to the detection object derivable by the principle of ...

PERSON-DETECTING SENSOR AND AUTOMATIC WATER FAUCET

A person-detecting sensor includes: a range-finding unit that decides whether distance to a detection object falls within a predetermined detection distance range; and a specular reflection decision unit that decides whether reflected light is specularly-reflected light. The specular reflection decision unit performs a threshold determination regarding the count of pixels or the proportion of pixels exhibiting a received-light quantity of a predetermined proportion or greater with respect to the maximum received-light quantity among received-light quantities from the reflected light and decides that the reflected light is specularly-reflected light when the count of the pixels or the proportion of the pixels is a predetermined threshold or less. 1. A person-detecting sensor provided with an imaging unit that includes an imaging element in which pixels are arrayed either one-dimensionally or two-dimensionally , and a light-emitting unit disposed offset from the imaging unit in a predetermined direction , wherein the imaging unit , receiving reflected light generated by light incident from the light-emitting unit , detects a person , as a detection object , located within a predetermined detection distance range , the person-detecting sensor comprising:an imaging operation control unit that controls an imaging operation carrying out light emission by the light-emitting unit and light receiving by the imaging unit;a readout unit that reads out the respective received-light quantities of pixels constituting the imaging element;a range-finding unit that identifies position where the reflected light is incident in a light-receiving region, which is a region in which pixels constituting the imaging element are arrayed in the predetermined direction, and that decides whether distance to the detection object derivable by the principle of triangulation from the incident position falls within the predetermined detection distance range;a specular reflection decision unit that ...

METHOD FOR OPERATING A SANITARY FITTING

A method for operating a sanitary fitting having a housing with a spout and a touch sensor, wherein in a touch mode of the sanitary fitting a tapping of a fluid can be activated by touching the touch sensor and wherein by touching the touch sensor for a period of at least 3 seconds, the touch mode is disabled. In addition, a sanitary fitting is specified, which controller is designed and provided for performing the method. 1. A method for operating a sanitary fitting , the sanitary fitting comprising a housing with a spout and a touch sensor , the method comprising:enabling a touch mode of the sanitary fitting by touching the touch sensor to activate a tapping of a fluid; anddisabling the touch mode by touching the touch sensor for a period of at least 3 seconds.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the disabling of the touch mode is performed for a period of at least 2 minutes.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the disabling of the touch mode is confirmed by a release of fluid from the spout.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the release of the fluid occurs for a maximum of 2 seconds.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the touch mode will be automatically reactivated after it has been disabled for a predetermined time period.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the touch mode after its disabling by touching the touch sensor is reactivated for a period of at least 3 seconds.7. The method according to claim 5 , wherein the activation of the touch mode is confirmed by the release of fluid from the spout.8. The method according to claim 7 , wherein the release of fluid occurs for a maximum of 2 seconds.9. A sanitary fitting comprising:a housing;a spout; and{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a touch sensor for activation of a tapping of a fluid, wherein a touch mode of the sanitary fitting is controllable by a controller that is adapted to perform the method according to .'} This nonprovisional application ...

PEDAL CONTROLLED FAUCET RETROFIT KIT

The present disclosure provides a system and method for retrofitting existing standard faucets to conserve water as well as decrease the likelihood of spreading viruses and bacteria via contact with the faucet itself. The system includes a foot pedal that the user can activate to control the flow of water. The foot pedal communicates with an electric valve system that opens and closes on demand. The foot pedal and electric valve system can be quickly and easily installed into a standard faucet system, thereby converting the standard faucet system into a hands free faucet system. 1. A touchless faucet system including:a wireless foot pedal configured to control the flow of water through a faucet; anda valve system, the valve system including a solenoid valve that turns on and off the water based on the signal received from the pedal, wherein the solenoid valve is configured such that when no power is supplied to the solenoid valve, the water valve is in the off position.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the valve system includes a receiver and the pedal includes a transmitter claim 1 , and wherein the receiver of the valve system is configured to communicate with the transmitter of the pedal.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the valve system further comprises a status indicator light that illuminates when the pedal and the valve system are paired.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pedal includes a rechargeable battery and a micro USB charging port.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pedal includes an internal LED light and a periphery window that allows the light to shine out from the pedal.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the pedal includes a flexible cover that seals the internal component from water and also allows for the depression of the pedal.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cover has a lower edge that fits into a channel in the base of the pedal.8. A method of converting a faucet into a touchless faucet comprising the steps of:turning off 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, ...

ELECTRONIC PULL-OUT FAUCET

An electronic pull-out faucet includes a faucet body, a pull-out hose, a pull-out spray head, a solenoid valve, and a magnetic switch assembly. A magnet of the magnetic switch assembly is fitted to an outlet end of the pull-out hose. Compared with the prior art, there is no need for the pull-out hose to be a two-section hose for installing the magnet. The structure of the pull-out hose is simplified, and the assembly is simpler.

SENSOR INSTALLATION ASSEMBLY, FAUCET AND SENSOR INSTALLATION METHOD

Provided is a sensor installation assembly relating to the faucet field and comprising a fixing base, a sensor and a fixing bolt, wherein the fixing base is in a shape matched with an installation object and is at least provided with installation guide grooves in sliding fit with a sensor and insert grooves allowing the fixing bolt to be inserted therein in a matched manner so as to limit the sensor in the installation guide grooves; the sensor is in sliding fit with the installation guide grooves; and the fixing bolt is inserted into the insert grooves of the fixing bolt in the matched manner. Also provided is a faucet at least comprising a water outlet base provided with the sensor installation assembly, and a sensor installation method. The sensor installation improvement technique is more adaptable and applicable to various faucet structures, and assembly is very convenient. 1. A sensor installation assembly , being designed in such a manner that a sensor is fixed through a sliding fit mechanism and an insertion fit structure used for limiting the sliding fit mechanism.2. The sensor installation assembly according to claim 1 , specifically comprising:a fixing base, wherein the fixing base is in a shape matched with an installation object and is at least provided with installation guide grooves and insert grooves, wherein the installation guide grooves are configured to be in sliding fit the sensor, and the insert grooves are configured to allow a fixing bolt to be inserted therein in a matched manner so as to limit the sensor in the installation guide grooves;a sensor, wherein the sensor is in sliding fit with the installation guide grooves of the fixing base; anda fixing bolt, wherein the fixing bolt is inserted into the insert grooves of the fixing base in a matched manner.3. The sensor installation assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the fixing base is of a tubular structure provided with a hollow inner cavity.4. The sensor installation assembly according ...

Integrated bathroom electronic system

An integrated bathroom electronic system including a plurality of sensors to detect conditions within a bathroom and to provide signals indicative thereof to a controller. A plurality of distinct and exclusive modules or subsystems are illustratively provided for integration into the system. Such modules may include a quick hot water module, a roman tub module, a custom shower module, a hands free faucet module, and a tub shower module. In certain illustrative faucet modules, a controller is configured to select between a manual mode of operation and a hands-free mode of operation in response to a mode signal, and is configured to control an electrically operable valve in response to a proximity signal during the hands-free mode of operation.

Automatic faucets

An automatic faucet includes a housing constructed to receive at least one water inlet conduit and having a spout for delivering water. The automatic faucet includes a valve module, a sensor module, a battery module, a turbine module, and a control module. The valve module includes a valve controlled by an electromagnetic actuator for controlling the water flow from the spout. The sensor module is constructed to provide sensor data influenced by a user. The control module is constructed to control opening and closing of the valve by providing signals to the electromagnetic actuator. The control module is also constructed to receive sensor data from the sensor module and execute a sensing algorithm. The control module is also constructed to execute a power management algorithm for managing electrical power generated by the water turbine and provided to and from the battery. 1. An automatic faucet comprising:a housing constructed to receive at least one water inlet conduit and having a spout for delivering water;a valve module including a valve controlled by an electromagnetic actuator for controlling the water flow from said spout;a sensor module constructed to provide sensor data influenced by a user;a control module constructed to control opening and closing of said valve by providing signals to said electromagnetic actuator, andsaid control module constructed to receive sensor data from said sensor module and execute a sensing algorithm that keeps track of noise signal level and dynamically adapts a signal threshold, said sensing algorithm tracking signal trend to determine presence of a user.2. The automatic faucet of claim 1 , wherein said control module is constructed to execute said sensing algorithm utilizing separate parameters for different power supply sources.3. The automatic faucet of claim 1 , wherein said sensor module includes a capacitive sensor.4. The automatic faucet of claim 3 , wherein said capacitive sensor includes a touch capacitive sensor.5. ...

Passive fluid regulation system

The present invention provides a system to regulate fluid flow having a light switch that controls a light, wherein the light switch is in electrical communication with a wireless transmitter; and at least one valve interposed on at least one fluid supply line wherein said at least one valve is normally closed, cutting off the flow of fluid in the at least one fluid supply line, wherein the at least one valve is in electrical communication with a wireless receiver such that when the light switch is activated the wireless transmitter signals the wireless receiver to open the valve, allowing flow of fluid in the fluid supply line. The present invention also provides another system using a photocell switch to actuate the valve.

METERED DISPENSE INPUT DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to a metered dispense input device that wirelessly communicates with a wireless control module of an electronic faucet to allow wireless control of the faucet such that selected volumes of water can be dispensed. The present disclosure further relates to a metered dispense input device that is integrated into an electronic faucet to allow the dispensing of selected volumes of water. 1. A metered dispense input unit for a faucet comprising:a shell defining a chamber;an input controller disposed within the chamber and operably coupled with an electrically operable valve of a faucet;a rotatable first dial supported by the shell and operably coupled to the input controller, wherein the rotational position of the first dial selects one of a first plurality of values corresponding with a numerical unit;a rotatable second dial supported by the shell and operably coupled to the input controller, wherein the rotational position of the second dial selects one of a second plurality of values corresponding with a fluid serving size; andan activation button positioned above the first dial and in communication with the input controller, the activation button operably coupled to the first dial and the second dial, wherein actuation of the activation button communicates the values selected by the first dial and the second dial to the input controller for dispensing a volume of fluid defined by the numerical measurement unit selected by the first dial and the fluid serving size selected by the second dial.2. The metered dispense input unit of claim 1 , further including a wireless transceiver configured to transmit wireless signals to a valve controller to control operation of the electrically operable valve of the faucet.3. The metered dispense input unit of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one potentiometer in communication with the input controller;a first linkage operably coupling the first dial to the at least one potentiometer; anda second ...

TOUCH FREE AUTOMATIC TYPE WATER SUPPLY DEVICE AND SPARE PART SYSTEM THEREOF

A touch free automatic type water supply device is adapted to be installed at a faucet. The faucet includes an outlet. The touch free automatic type water supply device includes: a shell including an inlet, a flow channel and an outlet, wherein the inlet of the shell is adapted to be communicated with the outlet of the faucet; a control circuit adapted to sense an external object and then to generate a control signal; and a driving unit, whose an end is disposed in the shell, and is physically connected to an end of the flow channel, wherein the driving unit is electrically connected to the control circuit for controlling water flow rate of the outlet or automatically switching on/off water supply of the outlet according to the control signal. 1. A touch free automatic type water supply device adapted to be installed at a faucet , the faucet including an outlet , the touch free automatic type water supply device comprising:a shell comprising an inlet, a flow channel and an outlet, wherein the outlet is communicated with the inlet through the flow channel, there is a predetermined angle between a centre line of the inlet and a centre line of the flow channel, and the inlet of the shell is adapted to be communicated with the outlet of the faucet;a control circuit adapted to sense an external object and then to generate a control signal; anda driving unit, whose an end is disposed in the shell, and is physically connected to an end of the flow channel, wherein the driving unit is electrically connected to the control circuit for controlling water flow rate of the outlet or automatically switching on/off water supply of the outlet according to the control signal.2. The touch free automatic type water supply device according to claim 1 , wherein the driving unit comprises:a motor electrically connected to the control circuit; and a control rod mechanically connected to the motor; and', 'a throttling plate assembled to the control rod, and having a through aperture ...

Programmable Sink Valve System

A programmable sink valve system for controlling water flow into a sink is provided. The programmable sink valve system includes a housing including a main inlet and a main outlet, wherein the main inlet is connected to a water source; a valve assembly including a valve, wherein the valve assembly includes a valve inlet connected to the main inlet and a valve outlet connected to the main outlet; a flow sensor positioned on one of the valve assembly and the main outlet to monitor flow data; a controller connected to the valve of the valve assembly and the flow sensor; a timer configured to provide time data to the controller; and a memory. The controller receives the flow data from the flow sensor, receives the time data from the timer, and actuates the valve of the valve assembly in response to the flow data or the time data. 1. A programmable sink valve system for controlling water flow into a sink , the programmable sink valve system comprising:a housing including a main inlet and a main outlet, wherein the main inlet is connected to a water source;a valve assembly including a valve, wherein the valve assembly includes a valve inlet connected to the main inlet and a valve outlet connected to the main outlet;a flow sensor positioned on one of the valve assembly and the main outlet to monitor flow data;a controller connected to the valve of the valve assembly and the flow sensor;a timer configured to provide time data to the controller; and receive the flow data from the flow sensor;', 'receive the time data from the timer; and', 'actuate the valve of the valve assembly in response to the flow data or the time data., 'a memory configured to store program instructions which, when executed by the controller, causes the controller to2. The programmable sink valve system of claim 1 , further comprising a data storage in communication with the controller claim 1 , wherein the data storage stores program settings claim 1 , and wherein the controller is configured to ...

FAUCET INCLUDING A CAPACITANCE BASED SENSOR

An electronic faucet is provided that includes a spout having a passageway configured to conduct fluid flow through the spout, an electrically operable valve coupled to the passageway, and a capacitive sensor coupled to the faucet. A controller may dynamically change on/off thresholds and monitor a stability signal to determine when to turn off the electrically operable valve. 1. An electronic faucet comprising:a spout having a passageway configured to deliver fluid through the spout;an electrically operable valve positioned in the passageway;a capacitive sensor coupled to the faucet and defining a detection area; anda controller in electrical communication with the capacitive sensor, wherein the controller is configured to maintain the valve in an open position when an object is moving within the detection area.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the controller defines a threshold claim 1 , the capacitive sensor is configured to send a signal to the controller claim 1 , and the controller opens the valve when a measure of the signal reaches the threshold.3. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to adjust the threshold in response to at least one environmental factor.4. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein the controller defines a first threshold and a second threshold greater than the first threshold claim 2 , and the controller is configured to open the valve when the measure of the signal exceeds the first threshold.5. The faucet of claim 4 , wherein the controller is configured to maintain the valve in the open position when the measure of the signal exceeds the second threshold.6. The faucet of claim 4 , wherein the controller is configured to close the valve when substantially no movement of the object is detected within the detection area and the measure of the signal is less than the second threshold.7. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the capacitive sensor is configured to provide a signal to the controller claim 1 , and the controller is ...

ELECTRONIC SHOWERHEAD DEVICE

An electronic showerhead device for automatically controlling water flow includes a showerhead body and a presence detector located in a bottom surface of the showerhead body. The presence detector provides a presence interrogation beam area that is located above and adjacent to a parabolic water flow trajectory area of the showerhead body. Interruption of the presence interrogation beam area by a person or an object turns the water flow on. 1. An electronic showerhead device for automatically controlling water flow comprising:a showerhead body;a presence detector located in a bottom surface of the showerhead body;wherein the presence detector comprises a presence interrogation beam area that is located above and adjacent to a parabolic water flow trajectory area of the showerhead body; andwherein interruption of the presence interrogation beam area by a person or an object turns the water flow on.2. The electronic showerhead device of claim 1 , wherein the showerhead body comprises a spray nozzle located in a first area of the bottom surface of the showerhead body and wherein the presence detector is located in a second area of the bottom surface of the showerhead body and wherein the second area does not intersect with the first area.3. The electronic showerhead device of claim 2 , wherein the showerhead body is oriented at an angle relative to a horizontal floor surface and wherein the second area is located above the first area at a first distance.4. The electronic showerhead device of claim 1 , wherein the presence detector comprises an Infrared (IR) sensor that emits a conically shaped IR presence interrogation beam.5. The electronic showerhead device of claim 1 , wherein the showerhead body comprises an inlet water pipe and an electronically controlled valve that is in-line with the inlet water pipe and is activated by the presence detector.6. The electronic showerhead device of claim 5 , wherein the electronically controlled valve comprises an ...

INTELLIGENT CONTROL FAUCET

An intelligent control faucet includes a faucet that includes a manual operation valve, an intelligent control module, a water egress tube, a cold water ingress tube, a hot water ingress tube, and a magnetic reed detection device. The water egress tube, the cold water ingress tube, and the hot water ingress tube are connected to the manual operation valve. The intelligent control module is connected, in a series manner, to the water egress tube. The magnetic reed detection device is mounted to the water egress tube and is connected through a feeding cable or directly to the intelligent control module. Water flow can be established or cut off through pulling the water egress tube so that the use is made easy. 1. An intelligent control faucet , comprising a faucet body that includes a manual operation valve , an intelligent control module , a water egress tube , a cold water ingress tube , a hot water ingress tube , and a sprayer connected to the tubes through a pull-out hose , wherein the water egress tube , the cold water ingress tube , and the hot water ingress tube are connected to the manual operation valve that is mounted inside the faucet body and the intelligent control module is connected , in a series manner , to the water egress tube , characterized by further comprising a magnetic reed detection device , wherein the magnetic reed detection device is mounted to the water egress tube and is connected through a feeding cable or directly to the intelligent control module , the magnetic reed detection device comprises a magnetic reed switch and a magnetic activation mechanism that selectively activates the magnetic reed switch , the magnetic reed switch is mounted in the faucet body to face a moving path of the magnetic activation mechanism and is connected through a feeding cable or directly to the intelligent control module; the magnetic activation mechanism comprises a magnet and a demagnetization member , wherein the magnet is mounted in the faucet body at ...

Auto Sink Spray

A basin and/or sink that has a dispenser located in an area below the opening of the basin and above the base, capable of being activated by a sensor that detects a user or other body within a defined wash region. The invention directs water in a novel direction avoiding drawback associated with current dispensers, such as backsplash. 1. A unique new bathroom sink that eliminates the problems of backsplash and countertop pooling by providing a circumferential, “no touch” spray of water when one's hands or face are placed over or into the rim of the sink, essentially as described herein. The present invention pertains to a unique new bathroom sink that eliminates the problems of backsplash and countertop pooling by providing a circumferential, “no touch” spray of water when one's hands or face are placed over or into the rim of the sink.Everyone has a need for personal grooming which is an essential part of the way they present themselves to the world. Other people, eventually, come to know others by words, work, and actions, but the first thing they notice is appearance. Are they attractive? Stylish? Sexy? Appealing? Are they well-dressed, clothes well-chosen and properly cared for? Are fingernails trimmed and clean? Are bodies and faces clean and fresh, teeth brushed, breath pleasing? And what about hair? These are all immediate indicators of how well people care for themselves, and that is an indicator not only of how much self-respect one has, but also of the impression made upon others. Basic looks may be due to heredity but what is done with this raw material is up to the individual.People go to the styling salon or the barber shop for periodic, professional grooming services, but on a daily basis people perform their own grooming in the bathrooms of homes, much of it at the bathroom sink washing hands and faces. Men shave. Women remove makeup and wash faces again at bedtime. And whether shaving or washing faces, sink water is scooped up with hands and splashed ...

Faucet with Auto-Fill Feature

A kitchen faucet is provided that automatically fills a vessel up to a user-specified level without regard to a specific volume. The faucet illustratively includes a faucet body and a spray head that can be detached from the faucet body, such as a pull-down or pull-out faucet. The faucet illustratively includes a user interface for setting the level at which to fill the vessel (e.g., 20%, 40%, 75%, etc.). The spray head illustratively includes sensor(s) to determine a water level in the vessel in relation to its top edge. This allows a vessel to be filled to a user-specified level regardless of the vessel shape or size. 1. A faucet comprising:a faucet body;a spray head configured to dispense water generally along a dispensing axis, wherein the spray head is movable with respect to the faucet body;an interface configured to set a user-specified level at which a vessel will be filled, wherein the user-specified level is identified on the interface as a level of a vessel to be filled without regard to a specific fluid volume;an electronic valve configured to control flow through the spray head; anda controller configured to control the electronic valve to fill the vessel to the user-specified level.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein the user-specified level is identified as a fill level with respect to a top edge of the vessel.3. The faucet of claim 2 , wherein the user-specified level is represented as a percentage.4. The faucet of claim 2 , further comprising at least one electronic sensor in electrical communication with the controller that is configured to detect the fill level with respect to the top edge of the vessel.5. The faucet of claim 4 , wherein the at least one electronic sensor is movable concomitant with the spray head.6. The faucet of claim 5 , wherein the at least one electronic sensor is integral with the spray head.7. The faucet of claim 1 , further comprising a laser guide associated with the spray head for generating a laser beam in a direction ...

FAUCET HANDLE WITH ANGLED INTERFACE

A faucet assembly including a handle that rotates about a rotational axis extending perpendicular to an angled interface for adjusting a water parameter. 1. A faucet including: a hub defining a vertical axis,', 'a liquid pathway extending within the hub,', 'a handle attachment base extending perpendicular to the hub and defining a horizontal axis, the handle attachment base including an end having a first mounting surface; and, 'a spout assembly includinga temperature control handle coupled to the handle attachment base for rotation from a first position defining a first temperature setting and a second position defining a second temperature setting, the temperature control handle including an end having a second mounting surface;wherein the first mounting surface and the second mounting surface define a handle movement plane angularly oriented intermediate the vertical axis of the hub of the spout assembly and the horizontal axis of the handle attachment base of the spout assembly.2. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein an outer surface of the spout assembly is electrically conductive such that a user's touch of the spout assembly is electrically communicated to circuitry coupled to the spout assembly.3. The faucet of claim 1 , wherein rotation of the handle causes altering of the setting of a potentiometer.4. The faucet of claim 3 , wherein the potentiometer is located within the spout assembly.5. The faucet of claim 1 , further including circuitry located within the spout.6. The faucet of claim 5 , wherein the circuitry is coupled to a LED that is externally perceivable by a user of the faucet.7. The faucet of claim 6 , wherein the LED is configured to output multiple colors and the outputted color is indicative of the temperature of water being delivered by the spout assembly.8. A faucet including:a spout assembly including a handle attachment portion having a longitudinal axis, the spout assembly having handle coupled to the handle attachment portion, the handle ...