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16-08-1999 дата публикации

ТУАЛЕТ ДЛЯ КОМНАТНЫХ ЖИВОТНЫХ (ВАРИАНТЫ)

Номер: RU0000010511U1
Автор: Махалов В.В.

1. Туалет для комнатных животных, содержащий полость с полом, имеющим уклон к сливному отверстию, соединенному с отводом в канализацию, и снабженную средством подачи воды для смыва экскрементов, размещенным по верхнему краю полости с ее внутренней стороны и соединенным с источником воды, отличающийся тем, что полость представляет собой лоток, в который сверху вложен решетчатый поддон, средство подачи воды выполнено в виде трубки, проходящей по периметру верхнего края лотка и имеющей ряд отверстий по всей ее длине, а сливное отверстие расположено в дне лотка у его боковой стороны. 2. Туалет по п.1, отличающийся тем, что средство подачи воды для смыва экскрементов представляет собой цельный сливной обод, выполненный в виде подогнутых внутрь лотка его краев. 3. Туалет по п.1, отличающийся тем, что к одной из боковых сторон лотка прикреплена вертикальная панель. 4. Туалет для комнатных животных, содержащий чашу унитаза и промывное устройство, отличающийся тем, что он снабжен съемным решетчатым поддоном, выполненным по размеру и форме чаши унитаза с возможностью наложения на нее. (19) RU (11) 10 511 (13) U1 (51) МПК A01K A01K E03D E03D 1/035 (1995.01) 23/00 (1995.01) 9/00 (1995.01) 5/00 (1995.01) РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К СВИДЕТЕЛЬСТВУ (21), (22) Заявка: 99104203/20, 02.03.1999 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 02.03.1999 (71) Заявитель(и): Открытое акционерное общество Уральский торговый дом "Логика" (72) Автор(ы): Махалов В.В. Адрес для переписки: 454014, Челябинск, а/я 12416, для Крымской Т.А. (73) Патентообладатель(и): Открытое акционерное общество Уральский торговый дом "Логика" U 1 1 0 5 1 1 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 U 1 (57) Формула полезной модели 1. Туалет для комнатных животных, содержащий полость с полом, имеющим уклон к сливному отверстию, соединенному с отводом в канализацию, и снабженную средством подачи воды для смыва экскрементов, размещенным по верхнему краю полости с ее внутренней стороны и ...

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20-06-2002 дата публикации

УНИТАЗ

Номер: RU0000023446U1

1. Унитаз, содержащий корпус и закрепленную на нем педаль, взаимодействующую посредством рычажной системы с установленной в корпусе унитаза на оси поворота заслонкой и клапан смыва, отличающийся тем, что заслонка связана с осью ее поворота через сферический шарнир, расположенный под заслонкой по ее вертикальной оси симметрии, а клапан смыва выполнен с электромагнитным приводом. 2. Унитаз по п.1, отличающийся тем, что электромагнитный привод клапана смыва содержит установленный на корпусе унитаза датчик, взаимодействующий с рычажной системой поворота заслонки, а клапан смыва снабжен дублирующим механическим приводом, выполненным в виде толкателя, кинематически связанного разъемным соединением с педалью, например, посредством поворотного упора. 3. Унитаз по пп.1 и 2, отличающийся тем, что датчик электромагнитного привода клапана смыва и толкатель установлены с возможностью регулирования их положения. 4. Унитаз по п.1, отличающийся тем, что ось поворота заслонки установлена в корпусе унитаза через уплотнение. (19) RU (11) 23 446 (13) U1 (51) МПК E03D 5/08 (2000.01) B61D 35/00 (2000.01) РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К СВИДЕТЕЛЬСТВУ (21), (22) Заявка: 2001134823/20 , 27.12.2001 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 27.12.2001 (46) Опубликовано: 20.06.2002 (72) Автор(ы): Пономарев Г.К., Бабич А.В., Набиулин А.Р. 2 3 4 4 6 R U (57) Формула полезной модели 1. Унитаз, содержащий корпус и закрепленную на нем педаль, взаимодействующую посредством рычажной системы с установленной в корпусе унитаза на оси поворота заслонкой и клапан смыва, отличающийся тем, что заслонка связана с осью ее поворота через сферический шарнир, расположенный под заслонкой по ее вертикальной оси симметрии, а клапан смыва выполнен с электромагнитным приводом. 2. Унитаз по п.1, отличающийся тем, что электромагнитный привод клапана смыва содержит установленный на корпусе унитаза датчик, взаимодействующий с рычажной системой поворота заслонки, а ...

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10-09-2004 дата публикации

ТУАЛЕТНАЯ СИСТЕМА ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Номер: RU0000040282U1

Туалетная система транспортного средства, содержащая водяной бак с аппаратурой смыва, унитаз с выходным соплом и заслонкой, связанной со сливным механизмом, отличающаяся тем, что выходное сопло и заслонка выполнены в виде конуса с взаимно притертыми боковыми поверхностями, сливной механизм выполнен в виде электромеханического привода на основе трехфазного электродвигателя переменного тока с полупроводниковым преобразователем напряжения постоянного тока в напряжение переменного тока, при этом электродвигатель привода и аппаратуры смыва электрически соединены с включателем смыва в виде электрической кнопки. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 40 282 (13) U1 (51) МПК B61D 35/00 (2000.01) E03D 5/10 (2000.01) E03D 11/10 (2000.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21), (22) Заявка: 2003118505/22 , 23.06.2003 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 23.06.2003 (46) Опубликовано: 10.09.2004 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Ваганов Валерий Иванович (RU), Григорьев Владимир Александрович (RU), Останин Андрей Васильевич (RU), Татаровский Владимир Михайлович (RU) U 1 4 0 2 8 2 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 U 1 Формула полезной модели Туалетная система транспортного средства, содержащая водяной бак с аппаратурой смыва, унитаз с выходным соплом и заслонкой, связанной со сливным механизмом, отличающаяся тем, что выходное сопло и заслонка выполнены в виде конуса с взаимно притертыми боковыми поверхностями, сливной механизм выполнен в виде электромеханического привода на основе трехфазного электродвигателя переменного тока с полупроводниковым преобразователем напряжения постоянного тока в напряжение переменного тока, при этом электродвигатель привода и аппаратуры смыва электрически соединены с включателем смыва в виде электрической кнопки. 4 0 2 8 2 (54) ТУАЛЕТНАЯ СИСТЕМА ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА R U Адрес для переписки: 105118, Москва, ул. Буракова, 23а, кв.48, В.А. Григорьеву (72) Автор(ы): Ваганов В.И. (RU) , ...

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10-05-2005 дата публикации

ЭЛЕКТРОННОЕ, ДИСТАНЦИОННОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ СЛИВНЫМ БАЧКОМ

Номер: RU0000045413U1
Автор: Носонов А.В.

Электронное, дистанционное устройство управления сливным бачком, относится к разряду систем управления подачей воды из сливного бачка в унитаз, отличающееся тем, что устройство содержит в себе следующие взаимодействующие компоненты: дистанционный датчик присутствия, который реагирует на приближающийся к нему объект (ладонь) и подает электрический сигнал на блок управления, который вырабатывает импульсы питающего напряжения, поступающие на электромеханический привод, который открывает и закрывает клапан сливного отверстия бачка. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 45 413 (13) U1 (51) МПК E03D 5/00 (2000.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21), (22) Заявка: 2004132482/22 , 12.11.2004 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 12.11.2004 (45) Опубликовано: 10.05.2005 (72) Автор(ы): Носонов А.В. (RU) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Носонов Андрей Викторович (RU) R U Адрес для переписки: 142500, Московская обл., г. Павловский Посад, ул. Кузьмина, 36, кв.33, А.В. Носонову U 1 4 5 4 1 3 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 U 1 Формула полезной модели Электронное, дистанционное устройство управления сливным бачком, относится к разряду систем управления подачей воды из сливного бачка в унитаз, отличающееся тем, что устройство содержит в себе следующие взаимодействующие компоненты: дистанционный датчик присутствия, который реагирует на приближающийся к нему объект (ладонь) и подает электрический сигнал на блок управления, который вырабатывает импульсы питающего напряжения, поступающие на электромеханический привод, который открывает и закрывает клапан сливного отверстия бачка. 4 5 4 1 3 (54) ЭЛЕКТРОННОЕ, ДИСТАНЦИОННОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ СЛИВНЫМ БАЧКОМ U 1 U 1 4 5 4 1 3 4 5 4 1 3 R U R U Ñòðàíèöà: 2 RU 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 45 413 U1 Предлагаемая к рассмотрению модель, представляет собой электро-механическое устройство, управляющее работой механизма сливного бачка и служит для дистанционного привода ...

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20-10-2008 дата публикации

ТУАЛЕТНАЯ СИСТЕМА ПАССАЖИРСКОГО ВАГОНА

Номер: RU0000077232U1

1. Туалетная система пассажирского вагона, содержащая установленные в туалетных помещениях вагона унитазы, каждый из которых соединен с системой подачи воды для его обмыва, а своим выпуском - со сливной магистралью, сообщающейся с установленным в подвагонном пространстве, по крайней мере, одним термостатируемым баком-сборником стоков, на выпускном патрубке которого расположена камера обеззараживания стоков, отличающаяся тем, что в корпусе бака-сборника стоков оборудовано устройство для биологической очистки сточных вод активным илом во взвешенном состоянии путем деления внутренней полости бака-сборника перегородками на сообщающиеся между собой аэротенки, отсек стабилизации ила, уравнивающий и фильтрационный отсеки, в каждом из которых установлены аэраторы, связанные с источником сжатого воздуха. 2. Туалетная система по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что выпускной патрубок бака-сборника за камерой обеззараживания стоков сообщен рециркуляционным трубопроводом с системой подачи воды на обмыв унитазов. 3. Туалетная система по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что на рециркуляционном трубопроводе установлена накопительная емкость. 4. Туалетная система по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что камера обеззараживания стоков выполнена в виде последовательно установленных ультразвукового кавитатора и ультрафиолетового облучателя жидкости. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 77 232 (13) U1 (51) МПК B61D 35/00 (2006.01) E03D 5/016 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21), (22) Заявка: 2008119608/22 , 20.05.2008 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 20.05.2008 (45) Опубликовано: 20.10.2008 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью Научно-производственное предприятие "Циркон-Сервис" (RU) Ñòðàíèöà: 1 U 1 7 7 2 3 2 R U U 1 Формула полезной модели 1. Туалетная система пассажирского вагона, содержащая установленные в туалетных помещениях вагона унитазы, каждый из которых соединен с ...

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27-02-2009 дата публикации

ТУАЛЕТНАЯ СИСТЕМА

Номер: RU0000080824U1

Туалетная система, содержащая унитаз, сиденье и крышку, отличающаяся тем, что на нижней поверхности внутренней части сиденья, по его контуру, расположена трубка с рядами отверстий, направленными внутрь чаши унитаза, трубка соединена с подключенным к электросети компрессором, выходная магистраль которого соединена с вентиляционной системой, а выключатель компрессора установлен на нижней поверхности сиденья либо отдельно рядом с унитазом. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 80 824 U1 (51) МПК B64D B61D E03D E03F 11/02 (2006.01) 35/00 (2006.01) 5/00 (2006.01) 1/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21), (22) Заявка: 2008133961/22, 18.08.2008 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 18.08.2008 (45) Опубликовано: 27.02.2009 (72) Автор(ы): Шеметов Олег Харитонович (RU) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Шеметов Олег Харитонович (RU) U 1 8 0 8 2 4 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 ru CL U 1 Формула полезной модели Туалетная система, содержащая унитаз, сиденье и крышку, отличающаяся тем, что на нижней поверхности внутренней части сиденья, по его контуру, расположена трубка с рядами отверстий, направленными внутрь чаши унитаза, трубка соединена с подключенным к электросети компрессором, выходная магистраль которого соединена с вентиляционной системой, а выключатель компрессора установлен на нижней поверхности сиденья либо отдельно рядом с унитазом. 8 0 8 2 4 (54) ТУАЛЕТНАЯ СИСТЕМА R U Адрес для переписки: 188800, Ленинградская обл., г. Выборг, б-р Кутузова, 16, кв.34, О.Х. Шеметову U 1 U 1 8 0 8 2 4 8 0 8 2 4 R U R U Ñòðàíèöà: 2 RU 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 80 824 U1 Настоящая полезная модель относится к области санитарии, гигиены и коммунального хозяйства и, в частности, может быть использована в туалетах жилых, производственных зданий и транспортных систем: железнодорожных, авиационных и автомобильных. Известна «Вакуумная туалетная система», содержащая унитаз, водяную смывную дозирующую ...

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10-04-2011 дата публикации

УНИТАЗ ВАКУУМНЫЙ С ЭЛЕКТРОННЫМ УПРАВЛЕНИЕМ

Номер: RU0000103339U1

1. Унитаз вакуумный с электронным управлением, содержащий чашу унитаза, коллектор смыва с форсунками, контроллер электронный кнопки смыва, клапан разгрузочный, установленный на фекальной вакуумной магистрали и связанный с чашей унитаза, электромагнитный клапан подачи воды в чашу, установленный на магистрали подачи воды, и электромагнитные клапаны управления разгрузочным клапаном, установленные на дополнительной пневматической магистрали управления разгрузочным клапаном и связанные с электромагнитным клапаном подачи воды. 2. Унитаз по п.1, отличающийся тем, что снабжен обратным клапаном, установленным после разгрузочного клапана на фекальной вакуумной магистрали. 3. Унитаз по п.1, отличающийся тем, что коллектор смыва с форсунками выполнен в виде неполного кольца из резиновых трубопроводов, связывающих форсунки. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 103 339 (13) U1 (51) МПК B61D 35/00 (2006.01) E03D 5/10 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2010132304/11, 03.08.2010 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 03.08.2010 (73) Патентообладатель(и): Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "КДС" (RU) (45) Опубликовано: 10.04.2011 1 0 3 3 3 9 R U Формула полезной модели 1. Унитаз вакуумный с электронным управлением, содержащий чашу унитаза, коллектор смыва с форсунками, контроллер электронный кнопки смыва, клапан разгрузочный, установленный на фекальной вакуумной магистрали и связанный с чашей унитаза, электромагнитный клапан подачи воды в чашу, установленный на магистрали подачи воды, и электромагнитные клапаны управления разгрузочным клапаном, установленные на дополнительной пневматической магистрали управления разгрузочным клапаном и связанные с электромагнитным клапаном подачи воды. 2. Унитаз по п.1, отличающийся тем, что снабжен обратным клапаном, установленным после разгрузочного клапана на фекальной вакуумной магистрали. 3. Унитаз по п.1, отличающийся ...

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Номер: RU0000104903U1

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Номер: RU0000105244U1

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Номер: RU0000120331U1

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Номер: RU0000128216U1

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Номер: RU0000138212U1

Туалет с рециркуляцией промывочной воды, включающий смывное устройство, приёмный и расходный резервуары, устройство биохимической очистки, фильтр, насос и трубопровод для подачи воды к смывному устройству, отличающийся тем, что туалет содержит контроллер, соединенный с датчиками технологических параметров, установленными в устройстве биохимической очистки, при этом приёмный резервуар и устройство биологической очистки соединены переливным каналом, установленным с возможностью поступления в него наружного воздуха, в устройстве биологической очистки установлены с возможностью вращения два шнека, а расходный резервуар соединен с устройством биологической очистки переливным отверстием с закреплённым в нём биологическим фильтром. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (51) МПК E03D 5/016 (13) 138 212 U1 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ 2013140123/13, 26.08.2013 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 26.08.2013 (72) Автор(ы): Сивов Александр Николаевич (RU) (73) Патентообладатель(и): Сивов Александр Николаевич (RU) R U Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 26.08.2013 (45) Опубликовано: 10.03.2014 Бюл. № 7 1 3 8 2 1 2 R U Формула полезной модели Туалет с рециркуляцией промывочной воды, включающий смывное устройство, приёмный и расходный резервуары, устройство биохимической очистки, фильтр, насос и трубопровод для подачи воды к смывному устройству, отличающийся тем, что туалет содержит контроллер, соединенный с датчиками технологических параметров, установленными в устройстве биохимической очистки, при этом приёмный резервуар и устройство биологической очистки соединены переливным каналом, установленным с возможностью поступления в него наружного воздуха, в устройстве биологической очистки установлены с возможностью вращения два шнека, а расходный резервуар соединен с устройством биологической очистки переливным отверстием с закреплённым в нём биологическим фильтром. Стр.: 1 U 1 U 1 ...

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Номер: RU0000148974U1

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Санитарно-техническое устройство

Номер: RU0000177684U1

Полезная модель относится к санитарной технике, а именно к конструкции унитаза с бачком для воды. Технический результат предлагаемой полезной модели заключается в обеспечении требуемого для эффективного смыва удельного давления и расхода жидкости на всю очищаемую поверхность чаши унитаза в зависимости от степени её загрязненности. Решение технической задачи в cанитарно-техническом устройстве, содержащем бачок для жидкости, соединенный с форсунками, расположенными в полости унитаза, включатель смыва, кран перекрытия подачи жидкости из бачка к форсункам, трубопровод подачи жидкости под давлением, достигается тем, что очищаемая внутренняя поверхность чаши унитаза имеет сужающуюся сверху к низу форму, не имеет горизонтальных и горизонтально расположенных вогнутых участков, как в унитазах тарельчатой формы, угол между касательной к линии сечения поверхности чаши унитаза вертикальной плоскостью, проходящей через центр нижнего сливного отверстия чаши, и вертикальной прямой составляет от 10 до 75 градусов, форсунки расположены в подающем коллекторе, расположенном в верхней части чаши унитаза по периметру её основания таким образом, что форсунки направлены на очищаемую поверхность чаши с возможностью попадания струй из форсунок на всю очищаемую поверхность чаши унитаза, кран перекрытия подачи жидкости из бачка к форсункам выполнен в виде бессальникового крана с затвором, в состав материала которого входит керамика, кран перекрытия имеет два открытых положения, отличающихся площадью проходного сечения, кран перекрытия расположен в нижней части бачка и соединен с подающим коллектором напрямую без промежуточных трубопроводов, включатель смыва выполнен в виде механизма ручного привода крана перекрытия подачи жидкости из бачка к форсункам, исходное положение управляющего органа которого соответствует закрытому положению крана перекрытия и зафиксировано возвратным механизмом, который выполнен с обеспечением возврата управляющего органа из его конечных положений в исходное ...

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16-02-2012 дата публикации

Decorative flush lever

Номер: US20120036625A1
Принадлежит: Liberty Hardware Manufacturing Corp

A toilet lever system includes a body for extending through a toilet wall, a stem extending through the body for movement relative to the body, a decorative flange covering the stem and removeably attaching to the body, and a handle attaching to the stem.

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31-05-2012 дата публикации

Bathroom flushers with novel sensors and controllers

Номер: US20120132296A1
Принадлежит: Individual

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

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18-10-2012 дата публикации

Toilet Valve Adapter

Номер: US20120261003A1
Автор: Tom Stout, Tuan Le
Принадлежит: Fluidmaster Inc

A toilet valve adapter, including: a hollow body having a lower end dimensioned to be received into an outlet and an upper end dimensioned to support a flush valve thereon; a flange extending radially outwards from the hollow circular body; a gasket on the underside of the flange; and prongs projecting radially outwards from the lower end of the hollow circular body.

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17-01-2013 дата публикации

Multimedia broadcasting management system and method in public sanitary space

Номер: US20130019271A1
Принадлежит: Alliance Service International Corp

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

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21-03-2013 дата публикации

WATER-CONSERVING TOILET

Номер: US20130067652A1
Автор: MURPHY Audie
Принадлежит:

A water-conserving toilet and method of manufacture includes an upper portion jointed to a lower portion. The upper portion includes an upper and lower opening with a smooth, shallow, sweeping transition therebetween. A first flowpath enters the upper portion for allowing water to wash the upper portion. The lower portion includes a base with sidewalls extending upward to an upper opening, with the sidewalls defining a concave, steeply-sided flushing cavity. A second flowpath enters the lower portion for evacuating the pushing waste out of the flushing cavity and into a waste outlet. In an embodiment the distance between the front and back of the upper portion upper opening is approximately 3 times the distance between the front and back of the upper portion lower opening. In another embodiment the sidewalls extend from the base at an angle between about approximately 45 degrees and approximately 90 degrees. 1. A toilet , comprising:a bowl including an upper portion and a lower portion; an upper opening having a length and a width;', 'a lower opening having a length and a width;', 'a first flow path adjacent the upper opening; and', 'wherein the transition between the upper opening and lower opening is a smooth, shallow, sweeping shape;, 'the upper portion, comprising an upper opening having a length and a width;', 'a base;', 'a sidewall extending between the upper opening and the base;', 'a second flowpath adjacent the base;', 'a waste outlet adjacent the base; and', 'wherein the lower portion defines a concave, steeply-sided flushing cavity defining a volume of space such that no more than approximately 0.5 gallons of water is sufficient to cover and seal the waste outlet., 'the lower portion, comprising2. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein:the first flowpath is at a back area of the upper portion;the second flowpath is at a front area of the lower portion; andthe waste outlet is at a back area of the lower portion.3. The toilet of claim 2 , further comprising:a wash ...

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25-04-2013 дата публикации

RELEASE MECHANISM AND FIXED BLOCK FOR TOILET LIDS

Номер: US20130097772A1
Автор: Zhou Xiaojun
Принадлежит:

A release mechanism including a fixed block with a rotating shaft for toilet lids is described. The release mechanism includes a shell, a fixed block, a rotating shaft, and a U-shaped clamping spring. The shell includes a notch for the rotating shaft. The fixed block includes a U-shaped recess that corresponds to the notch on the shell. The rotating shaft rests inside the U-shaped recess and the notch, connecting the toilet lid to the seat ring. The U-shaped clamping spring engages with the U-shaped recess and clamps the rotating shaft in place. 1. A release mechanism for a toilet lid , comprising:a shell, including a notch formed on the top of said shell;a fixed block, including a U-shaped recess corresponding to the notch on said shell and formed on the top end of the fixed block, a continuous U-shaped groove formed on the bottom surface and the two sides of the U-shaped recess;a U-shaped clamping spring installed inside the U-shaped groove and configured to engage with the U-shaped groove; anda rotating shaft;wherein said rotating shaft is configured to rest in the U-shaped recess on the fixed block, the tail portion of said rotating shaft extending out of the fixed block, the central portion and the head portion of said rotating shaft positioned in the U-shaped recess, the end surface of the head portion of the rotating shaft attaching to a side of the U-shaped recess, and the U-shaped clamping spring clamping the central portion of said rotating shaft.2. The release mechanism as in claim 1 , wherein said rotating shaft is in the shape of a screw claim 1 , the tail portion and central portion of the rotating shaft forming a column structure claim 1 , the head portion of the rotating shaft coaxial with the tail and central portions and forming the head portion of the screw shape.3. The release mechanism as in claim 2 , wherein the tail portion of the rotating shaft is formed by beveling two sides of the front portion of a cylinder claim 2 , the un-beveled portion ...

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09-05-2013 дата публикации

SWITCHING DEVICE FOR RIM WATER IN LOW TANK TOILET

Номер: US20130111657A1
Автор: SONG Tae Gwang
Принадлежит: WATOS COREA Co., Ltd

A switching device for rim water in a low tank toilet, in which even when a channel pipe is closed according to a change in the level of water that is discharged to the rim through a water supply tube, some water that is supplied from a filler valve is supplied to the rim through a fill-up water inlet hole and the water level in the toilet tank can be controlled by selectively controlling the height of a float, so that the water can be economically and efficiently used, and in which a water level control unit can be lifted up according to the change in the level of water that is discharged to the rim, so that the channel pipe can be closed and the toilet tank can be filled with water. 1. A switching device for rim water in a low tank toilet , comprising:a water supply tube that draws and supplies toilet water from a toilet tank when cold water flowing from a filler valve is supplied to a channel pipe thereof in response to an operation of a flush handle;an operating chamber that is formed through the water supply tube and defines an operating space for installing a supply water switching unit;the supply water switching unit that is installed in the operating chamber so that, when toilet water is discharged into a toilet bowl in response to an operation of the flush handle, the supply water switching unit opens the channel pipe of the water supply tube and, when a water level in the toilet tank is reduced due to discharge of toilet water, the supply water switching unit closes the channel pipe of the water supply tube, thereby filling the toilet tank with water;a fill-up water inlet hole that is formed through a switching unit body of the supply water switching unit in such a way that the fill-up water inlet hole communicates with a guide opening of the supply water switching unit and can supply fill-up water to the toilet bowl;a water level control unit which includes a support link that is mounted to an end of the supply water switching unit, a wire connection hole ...

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09-05-2013 дата публикации

SWITCHING DEVICE FOR RIM WATER IN LOW TANK TOILET

Номер: US20130111658A1
Автор: SONG Tae Gwang
Принадлежит: WATOS COREA Co., Ltd

A switching device for rim water in a low tank toilet, in which toilet water in a toilet tank is drawn and supplied to the rim of a toilet bowl by the pressure of water that is supplied from a filler valve to the rim through a water supply tube and a supply water switching unit is rotated according to a reduction in the water level of the toilet tank, so that the water supplied from the filler valve is charged into the toilet tank and, at the same time, some water supplied from the filler valve is supplied to the rim through a fill-up water inlet hole. 1. A switching device for rim water in a low tank toilet , comprising:a water supply tube that guides water from a filler valve to a rim of a toilet bowl in response to operation of a flush handle;a supply water switching unit that is installed in an operating chamber formed through the water supply tube and that opens or closes a flow channel of the water supply tube in response to operation of a switching control unit, with a fill-up water inlet hole being formed through the supply water switching unit so that, when the flow channel is closed, some water supplied from the filler valve can be supplied to the rim;the switching control unit that pulls the supply water switching unit according to a reduction in a water level inside a vertical pipe thereof and closes the flow channel so that a toilet tank can be filled with water that is supplied from the filler valve; anda water supply control unit that is operated in such a way that, when the switching control unit pulls the supply water switching unit, in a normal state, a guide port on/off unit that is mounted to a discharge guide port moves downward and a float that is combined with the guide port on/off unit moves downward according to a reduction in a water level of the toilet tank so that the discharge guide port that is formed through a lower end of the vertical pipe can be opened and water is discharged from the vertical pipe through the open discharge guide ...

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09-05-2013 дата публикации

Flush Valve Actuator

Номер: US20130112905A1
Автор: Michael A. Funari
Принадлежит: Zurn Industries LLC

A flush actuator for use with a flush valve includes: a) a base having a bore extending therethrough between a lower portion and an upper portion; b) a plunger rod positioned within and guided by the bore of the base; and c) a handle mounted to the base, which when moved displaces the plunger rod within the bore of the base. The upper portion of the base includes a beveled nose extending from an end thereof beyond the lower portion. The plunger rod includes a body portion having a first diameter and a recessed area formed in the body portion with a second diameter that is less than the first diameter.

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

TOILET SEAT APPARATUS

Номер: US20130117920A1
Принадлежит: Panasonic Corporation

A linear heater is formed of an enamel wire composed of a heating wire and an enamel layer. The heating wire is made of a copper alloy containing silver, for example. The enamel layer is made of polyester imide (PEI), polyimide (PI) or polyamide imide (PAI), for example. The enamel layer is coated with an insulating coating layer. The insulating coating layer is made of fluororesin such as perfluoroalkoxy mixture (PFA), polyimide (PI), or polyamide imide (PAI). The linear heater is bonded to the lower surface of an upper toilet seat casing such that it is sandwiched between a metal foil and a metal foil made of aluminum, for example. 1. A toilet seat apparatus comprising:a toilet seat having a seat surface;a toilet seat heater that is provided on a back side of said seat surface, and includes a linear heater arranged in a serpentine form and first and second metal foils made of aluminum, said linear heater including a heating wire and an insulating coating on an outer peripheral surface of said heating wire, said first and second metal foils adhering each other with said linear heater sandwiched therebetween;a temperature detecting portion that includes part of said linear heater of said toilet seat heater that is arranged in high density in the serpentine form;a safety device that is provided on said temperature detecting portion;a temperature measurer that measures a temperature of said toilet seat;an entrance detecting sensor that detects an entrance of a user; anda controller that controls supply of power to said linear heater based on a signal transmitted from said temperature measurer and a signal transmitted from said entrance detecting sensor, whereinsaid controller controls the supply of power to said linear heater when said entrance detecting sensor detects the entrance of the user such that said linear heater is supplied with power that is larger than power that has been supplied to said linear heater until said entrance detecting sensor detects the ...

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

Passive sensors for automatic faucets and bathroom flushers

Номер: US20130145535A1
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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. ...

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

System and method for converting manually operated flush valves

Номер: US20130145536A1
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A conversion system for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve used with a urinal or toilet is designed for automatic operation. The conversion system includes a power module, a control module, a driver module coupled to the manually-operated flush valve, and an optical sensor constructed to detect light arriving from a detection field. The control module is constructed to control activation of the driver module based on a signal from the optical sensor. 1. A conversion assembly for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve used with a urinal or toilet , comprising:a power module including a battery;a driver module arranged for mechanical coupling to a manual handle of said manually-operated flush valve;an optical module including an optical sensor and an optical element constructed to partially define a detection field and eliminate invalid targets; anda control module constructed to activate said driver module based on a signal from said optical sensor, wherein said driver module is constructed to provide a manual override by displacing said manual handle without activation from said control module.29-. (canceled)10. The conversion assembly of wherein said optical element includes a lens.1113-. (canceled)14. The conversion assembly of wherein said optical element includes a collimation plate.15. The conversion assembly of wherein said-collimation plate forms a gravity shutter.1619-. (canceled)20. A conversion assembly for converting an installed manually-operated flush valve used with a urinal or toilet claim 14 , comprising:a power module including a battery;a driver module arranged for mechanical coupling to a manual handle of said manually-operated flush valve, wherein said driver module includes an electromotor, powered by said battery, and an activation arm;an optical sensor; anda control module constructed to activate said driver module based on a signal from said optical sensor.21. The conversion assembly of wherein said ...

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04-07-2013 дата публикации

TEMPORARY TOILET

Номер: US20130167293A1
Автор: Nakaya Masayuki
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A compact and easily transportable temporary flush toilet can be installed where the toilet cannot be connected to a water supply system and no frequent maintenance is possible. The temporary toilet includes a toilet bowl, a flush water tank for storing flush water used to flush the toilet bowl, a sewage tank for storing sewage from the toilet bowl, a water vapor separator for separating water from gas containing water vapor vaporized from sewage in the sewage tank, an exhaust pipe through which gas is guided from the top of the sewage tank to the water vapor separator, and a distilled water pipe through which water separated from the gas in the water vapor separator is supplied to the flush water tank. Thus, storage of the sewage, microbial decomposition of waste, and evaporation of the sewage take place in the sewage tank alone. 1. A temporary toilet comprising a toilet bowl , a flush water toilet which keeps flush water to be supplied into the toilet bowl , a sewage tank which keeps sewage discharged from the toilet bowl , a water vapor separator capable of separating water from a gas containing a water vapor which has been evaporated in the sewage tank , an exhaust pipe through which a gas is guided from a top of the sewage tank to the water vapor separator , and a water supply pipe through which water separated in the water vapor separator is supplied into the flush water tank ,wherein storage of sewage, microbial decomposition of waste, and evaporation of sewage take place in the sewage tank only.2. The temporary toilet of claim 1 , further comprising a blower diffuser tube provided in the sewage tank and capable of discharging a gas which agitates sewage in the sewage tank.3. The temporary toilet of claim 1 , further comprising a heater provided in the sewage tank and capable of heating sewage in the sewage tank.4. The temporary toilet of claim 3 , wherein the heater is capable of heating the sewage in the sewage tank to a temperature of 25° or higher and 30° ...

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11-07-2013 дата публикации

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

Номер: US20130174338A1
Автор: Nasrallah Jeffrey W.
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A system for controlling the duration and volume of a flow of water in a flush of a Toilet has a converting element, for converting the normally buoyant flush valve to a non-buoyant flush valve. A programming element enables programming of a controlling time for the flush duration and volume of water. A controlling element connects the programming element to the non-buoyant flush valve, for retaining it in a raised open position upon user actuation, and for releasing it to close the flush valve within the controlling time. In a preferred embodiment, the controlling element is mounted to the exterior wall of the toilet tank and has a connecting element connected to the flush actuator outside the tank which is connected to the flush lever and to the non-buoyant flush valve within the tank. 1. A system for programmably controlling the duration and volume of a flow of water in a flush of a toilet , wherein the toilet includes a flush actuator of the type having a user-actuable part mounted on an exterior wall of the toilet tank and a flush actuator mechanism that penetrates through the tank wall to extend inside the tank and connect to a buoyant flush valve within the tank , wherein pressure actuation of the user-actuable part of the flush actuator by a user moves the flush actuator mechanism to raise the buoyant flush valve to open a flush aperture for the toilet tank , wherein the improvement comprises:a converting element, for converting the buoyant flush valve to a non-buoyant flush valve which upon user actuation of the flush actuator raises the converted non-buoyant flush valve to a raised open position, and which enables control of the operation of the flush valve such that the duration of the flush no longer depends on the flush valve losing buoyancy in order to close;a programming element, for enabling programming of at least a small flush controlling time and a large flush controlling time, for controlling the duration and volume of water passing beneath the ...

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18-07-2013 дата публикации

WATER DISCHARGE VALVE DEVICE AND FLUSH WATER TANK DEVICE WITH SAME

Номер: US20130180039A1
Принадлежит: TOTO LTD.

A water discharge valve device includes: a water discharge valve unit which has a valve element for opening and closing a discharge port and a control casing for controlling an up-down movement of the valve element; a casing module which includes a peripheral wall extending upwardly from a bottom wall of a water storage tankwhile surrounding peripheries of the discharge port and the control casing of the water discharge valve unit, to define an upwardly open space therebetween, an opening formed to penetrate through the peripheral wall, and a switching valve attached to the peripheral wall and adapted to open and close the opening; and a communication port formed in a peripheral plane extending from the control casing of the water discharge valve unit to the discharge port, to provide fluid communication between the casing module and the discharge port. 1. A water discharge valve device for a flush water tank , the flush water tank being configured to store therein flush water for flushing a toilet bowl , comprising:a water discharge valve which includes a valve element for opening and closing a discharge port provided in a bottom wall of the flush water tank, and a control casing for controlling an up-down movement of the valve element;a casing module which includes a peripheral wall extending upwardly from the bottom wall of the flush water tank while surrounding peripheries of the discharge port and the control casing of the water discharge valve, to define an upwardly open space therebetween, an opening formed to penetrate through the peripheral wall, and a switching valve attached to the peripheral wall and adapted to open and close the opening; anda communication port formed in a peripheral plane extending from the control casing of the water discharge valve to the discharge port, to provide fluid communication between the casing module and the discharge port,wherein the opening of the casing module is provided at a height position equal to or lower than that ...

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25-07-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for reducing cross-talk between capacitive sensors

Номер: US20130186196A1
Принадлежит: Masco Corporation of Indiana

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.

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

Dual Flush Handle Control

Номер: US20130191981A1
Принадлежит: Danco Inc

Disclosed are various embodiments for a dual flush handle system. A first handle lever is configured to rotate in a direction by a first predetermined angle of rotation to initiate a first flush of a toilet. A second handle lever is configured to rotate in the direction about a second predetermined angle of rotation to initiate a second flush of a toilet.

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

Toilet apparatus

Номер: US20130191983A1
Принадлежит: Lixil Corp

Providing a toilet apparatus which can reduce an amount of water discharged into a waste collection tub. The toilet apparatus includes a toilet body ( 10 ) equipped with a toilet bowl ( 11 ) having a drain outlet ( 11 A) in its lower part, a discharge part ( 20 ) communicating between the drain outlet ( 11 A) and a waste collection tub ( 90 ) located below the toilet body ( 10 ), a drainage channel ( 30 ) branched from the discharge part ( 20 ), and a private parts cleaning device ( 50 ) assembled to the toilet body ( 10 ) and having a cleaning nozzle ( 51 ). When the private parts cleaning device ( 50 ) is actuated and an amount of cleaning water ejected from the cleaning nozzle ( 51 ) equals or exceeds a set amount, the cleaning water flowing into the toilet bowl ( 11 ) is caused to flow into the drainage channel ( 30 ) without being discharged via the discharge part ( 20 ) into the waste collection tub ( 90 ).

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01-08-2013 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENT OF A WATER DRAINER IN A CISTERN

Номер: US20130192694A1
Автор: Li Chung Hsien
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A structural improvement of a water drainer in a cistern is disclosed. The water drainer has a draining part which has a moving module inside. The moving module has a central hole, in addition, has an upper float-ball and a lower float-ball at inner space to match the upper slot and the lower slot which both are set up on the draining part. Furthermore, an outer convex ring set on a rubber module is fixed into the draining hole on the bottom of the cistern, and an outer convex ring on the cylinder at the lower portion of the draining part is inserted into the hole of the rubber module, meanwhile the latch of the cylinder is hooked onto the bottom of the rubber module to make the water drainer be fixed. With the structural improvement, a purpose of two-stage water draining can be achieved. 1. A structural improvement of a water drainer in a cistern , comprising:a moving module which has a central hole, has a flush valve at lower portion, and has an upper float-ball and a lower float-ball at inner space;a draining part which is installed at outside of the moving module, has an upper slot and a lower slot, also has an outside-tapered cylinder at lower portion; the cylinder has at least one or more than one of outer convex ring and latch on the surface, and a base on it; anda rubber module which is installed at outside of the cylinder of the draining part, has flanges separately at top and bottom, and has an outer convex ring at middle; the hole of rubber module is hollow shaped with internal taper.2. The structural improvement of a water drainer in a cistern as defined in claim 1 , wherein the inner space of the cylinder of the draining part and the base are outlet holes which has a flange on it claim 1 , the flange is conjugated with a flush valve.3. The structural improvement of a water drainer in a cistern as defined in claim 1 , wherein one end of the upper float-ball and the lower float-ball of the moving module has a plate separately claim 1 , each plate has an ...

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

FLUSHING MECHANISM

Номер: US20130205486A1
Автор: Hong Laicong, Li Feiyu, Li Jian
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A flushing mechanism includes a housing with an outfall made at the housing bottom surrounding an axis; a guide rod with axial restraint relative to the housing along the axis; a first piston that hermetically slips on the cylindrical inner surface and guide rod at the same time along the axis direction; a spring loading the first piston installed in the upper cavity surrounding the guide rod; the second piston that hermetically slips on the guide rod along the axis direction and locates between the first piston and the housing bottom; a spring loading the second piston installed surrounding the guide rod; control valve; lower part of the first piston is provided with ring protuberance. The large seal ring of seal assembly of the second piston is sealed over the small seal ring of seal assembly of the second piston. 1. A flushing mechanism consists of:{'b': '1', 'A housing () having a housing wall and a housing bottom that integrates or connects with the housing wall as a whole. The housing wall defines a cylindrical inner surface that surrounds an axis; and an outfall is provided on the housing bottom that surrounds the axis to connect to a wash pipe;'}{'b': '1', 'A guide rod with axial restraint relative to the housing () along the axis;'}{'b': 4', '1', '1, 'The first piston () that hermetically slips on the cylindrical inner surface and the guide rod at the same time along the axis direction, wherein, the first piston divides the inner cavity (-) surrounded by the cylindrical inner surface into a lower cavity contacting with the housing bottom and a relative upper cavity;'}{'b': 5', '4', '1, 'A spring loading the first piston () installed in the upper cavity surrounding the guide rod, which directly or indirectly implies elastic force on the first piston () from the housing () and drives the first piston to move downward, thus reducing the volume of the lower cavity and expanding the volume of the upper cavity;'}{'b': '8', 'The second piston () that hermetically ...

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15-08-2013 дата публикации

Pump Assembly for a Marine Toilet and Toilet Pump Connection System

Номер: US20130205489A1
Принадлежит: Almos Technologies Pty. Ltd.

A pump assembly for connection with a water source inlet (), a sewer outlet () and a toilet (), said toilet () comprising a toilet flush water inlet () and a toilet waste outlet (), said pump assembly comprising: a pump housing with a pump flush water inlet (), a pump flush water outlet (), a pump waste inlet () and a pump waste outlet (), and with means arranged to selectively allow water to flow from said pump flush water inlet () to said pump flush water outlet (), and with means arranged to selectively pump waste from said pump waste inlet () to said pump waste outlet (), characterized in that said pump assembly further comprises a connection system comprising two connection members () that can be connected to each other: said first connection member () comprising a toilet waste outlet port () arranged to be connected to said toilet waste outlet (), and a sewer outlet port () arranged to be connected to said sewer outlet (), said second connection member () comprising said pump waste inlet port () and said pump waste outlet port (), wherein in the connected state of said connection members () said respective ports () on said first connection member () are arranged in alignment and in watertight communication with the corresponding respective ports () on said second connection member (), such that said respective pairs of ports () are connected or disconnected from each other simultaneously by connecting or releasing said second connection member () to/from said first connection member (). 1. A pump assembly for connection with a water source inlet , a sewer outlet and a toilet , said toilet comprising a toilet flush water inlet and a toilet waste outlet , said pump assembly comprising:a pump housing with a pump flush water inlet, a pump flush water outlet, a pump waste inlet and a pump waste outlet, and with means arranged to selectively allow water to flow from said pump flush water inlet to said pump flush water outlet, and with means arranged to selectively ...

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29-08-2013 дата публикации

MULTI-FLUSH MODE TOILET

Номер: US20130219606A1
Принадлежит: KOHLER CO.

An actuation mechanism comprising a first handle, a second handle, a housing, a link arm member provided within the housing and pivotally coupled to the handles, and a moveable stop member provided within the housing. The first handle may be mounted to a first side of a toilet tank, and the second handle may be mounted coaxially relative to the first handle on the first side. The housing may be mounted to a second side of the tank. A rotation of one of the first and second handles results in rotation of the link arm member being limited by the moveable stop member such that the link arm member is permitted to rotate a first amount. Rotation of both the first and second handles results in movement of the moveable stop member such that the link arm member is permitted to rotate a second amount greater than the first amount. 1. An actuation mechanism for a dual flush toilet assembly , the actuation mechanism comprising:a first handle configured to be mounted to a first side of a toilet tank;a second handle mounted coaxially relative to the first handle and configured to be mounted to the first side of the toilet tank;a housing configured to be mounted to a second side of the toilet tank;a link arm member provided within the housing and pivotally coupled to the first and second handles; anda moveable stop member provided within the housing;wherein rotation of one of the first handle and the second handle results in rotation of the link arm member being limited by the moveable stop member such that the link arm member is permitted to rotate a first amount to provide a partial flush for the toilet assembly; andwherein rotation of both the first handle and the second handle results in movement of the moveable stop member such that the link arm member is permitted to rotate a second amount greater than the first amount to provide a full flush for the toilet assembly.2. The actuation mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the link arm member includes a first link arm member coupled ...

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12-09-2013 дата публикации

FLUSH TOILET CONTROL SYSTEM AND RELATED METHOD

Номер: US20130232677A1
Принадлежит: THETFORD CORPORATION

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

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26-09-2013 дата публикации

TOILET OVERFLOW PREVENTION SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20130247291A1
Принадлежит: LIMIT, INC.

A system for preventing overflow of a toilet includes a sensor, a processor and an actuator. The sensor senses a parameter caused by fluid dynamics within the toilet during a flush cycle. The parameter may involve vibration, sound, pressure, fluid flow rate or other detectible characteristics of the toilet. The processor uses information regarding the parameter that is gathered by the sensor to evaluate the condition of the flush cycle to determine if an impeded flush condition exists. In the event of an impeded flush condition, the processor directs the actuator to close a valve, which may be the toilet flapper valve in some embodiments. Also disclosed are methods for preventing toilet overflow, detecting an impeded flush condition and calibrating the system. 1. A toilet overflow prevention system for use with a toilet , comprising:a sensor capable of detecting vibration of the toilet during a flush cycle, said sensor generating a signal indicative of said vibration;a processor that receives said signal from said sensor, processes said signal to determine if said vibration is indicative of an impeded flush condition and generates a control signal in response to an impeded flush condition; andan actuator that receives said control signal from said sensor and in response to said control signal operates to close a valve, which stops a flow of water within the toilet.2. The toilet overflow prevention system of claim 1 , wherein said processor compares a value of a parameter of said signal to a normal range of said value stored in said memory to make said determination of an impeded flush condition.3. The toilet overflow prevention system of claim 2 , wherein said processor compares said value of said parameter to said normal range over a period of time.4. The toilet overflow prevention system of claim 3 , wherein said period of time is sufficient to include an entire push cycle of the flush cycle.5. The toilet overflow prevention system of claim 3 , wherein said ...

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07-11-2013 дата публикации

ACTUATION DEVICE FOR A DISCHARGE VALVE OF A FLUSHING DEVICE

Номер: US20130291296A1
Автор: KOSARNIG Rolf
Принадлежит:

An actuation device () for a discharge fitting of a flushing device that comprises a full flush lever () for initiating a full flush action, and a partial flush lever () for initiating a partial flush action. The full flush lever () can be moved from a neutral position to a full flush position, and the partial flush lever () can be moved from a neutral position into a partial flush position. The actuation device () has a motor (), with an output element () that engages the full flush lever (), or the partial flush lever (), and provide a movement of the driven lever. The flush levers () are connected via a coupling element () such that the movement of the flush lever () driven by the output element () can be transferred onto the other flush lever () uncoupled from the output element (). 11123. An actuation device () , for the actuation of a discharge fitting of a flushing device for the purpose of selective initiation of a full flush or a partial flush by the lifting of a closure body of the discharge fitting , wherein the actuation device () comprises essentially a full flush lever () for the purpose of initiating a full flush , and a partial flush lever () for the purpose of initiating a partial flush ,{'b': 2', '3, 'wherein the full flush lever () can be moved from a neutral position into a full flush position, and the partial flush lever () can be moved from a neutral position into a partial flush position,'}characterised in that{'b': 1', '4', '5', '5', '2', '3', '2', '3, 'the actuation device () further comprises a single drive, preferably a motor (), with an output element (), which output element () during the movement engages loosely with either the full flush lever () or the partial flush lever (), and serves to provide the movement of the driven flush lever (, ), preferably against the force of gravity, and in that'}{'b': 3', '2', '6', '2', '3', '5', '2', '3', '5, 'the partial flush lever () and full flush lever () are connected with one another via a ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

TWO-STAGE FLUSH AND GREY WATER FLUSH SYSTEMS AND DEVICES

Номер: US20130305444A1
Принадлежит:

Embodiments of the present invention provide a grey water flush system for use with vacuum toilets. One embodiment of the system provides a two-stage flush that uses a transient tank in between the toilet bowl and the main aircraft waste tank, which reduces the noise level associated with the flush process because a lesser vacuum is demanded for the first stage of the flush. Embodiments of the system further capture grey water from a sink basin in a reservoir and use that water in the toilet flush process. There is further provided a lavatory odor removal system option that is activated during the second stage of the flush. 1. A two-stage flush system for use in connection with a vacuum toilet , wherein the vacuum toilet is configured to be plumbed in-line with a main waste line that leads to a main waste holding tank , comprising:(a) a vacuum toilet bowl,(b) a transient waste tank plumbed in-line between the vacuum toilet bowl and the main waste holding tank,(c) a first valve positioned between the vacuum toilet bowl and the transient waste tank; and(d) a second valve positioned between the transient waste tank and the main waste line.2. The two-stage water flush system of claim 1 , further comprising an odor removal line.3. The two-stage flush system of claim 2 , wherein a third valve is positioned between the transient waste tank and the odor removal line.4. The two-stage flush system of claim 1 , wherein the second valve comprises a multi-port valve claim 1 , wherein one port of the multi-port valve leads to the main waste line and a second port of the multi-port valve leads to the odor removal line.5. The two-stage flush system of claim 1 , further comprising a water basin claim 1 , with a grey water reservoir in fluid communication with the water basin.6. The two-stage flush system of claim 5 , wherein grey water from the water basin is collected in the grey water reservoir and delivered to the vacuum toilet when a flush sequence is triggered.7. The two-stage ...

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21-11-2013 дата публикации

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

Номер: US20130307669A1
Принадлежит:

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

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05-12-2013 дата публикации

WATER CONSERVATION DEVICE

Номер: US20130318699A1
Принадлежит:

A water conservation device for use within a toilet is disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the device includes a connector having a base adapted for connectivity and placement adjacent to a traditional pole assembly and proximate to an opening valve within a tank of the toilet. In at least one embodiment, the device includes a flexible pressure arm integrally formed with the connector base and adapted to couple to the opening valve within the tank of the toilet and adapted to provide a pressure to the opening valve to lessen overall water utilized in each flush of the toilet and thereby conserve water. The water conservation device is adapted for either a total or partial flush of the toilet as selected by a user. 1. A toilet system comprising:a tank;a bowl; anda wireless relay and a solenoid configured to move a handle lever of the tank connected to the opening valve, thereby to facilitate a flush.2. The toilet system of claim 1 , further comprising:a pair of wireless buttons, a first button configured for flush of liquids and a second button configured for flush of solids; andwherein the pair of wireless buttons and the wireless relay are electronically, wirelessly coupled one to another for wireless communication.3. The toilet system of claim 1 , further comprising:a sensor configured for automatic recognition of an occurrence that justifies a flush.4. The toilet system of claim 1 , further comprising:a power source configured to power the wireless relay.5. The toilet system of claim 4 , wherein the power source is a battery.6. The toilet system of claim 1 , further comprising:a connector having a base configured to connectivity and placement adjacent to a toilet pole assembly and proximate to a flapper that covers an opening valve within a tank of the toilet;a flexible pressure arm, bendable in a curved direction upwardly from the flapper over the opening valve within the tank as the flapper is raised, integrally formed with the connector base, in a planar ...

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09-01-2014 дата публикации

FLUSH TOILET

Номер: US20140007337A1
Автор: ZHENG Guangmin
Принадлежит:

A flush toilet including a seat; a stirring device; and a control unit. The stirring device includes a stirring chamber, a mixer, and a drain outlet. The stirring device is disposed below the seat. The stirring chamber communicates with the seat. The drain outlet is disposed at the lower part of the stirring device and communicates with the stirring chamber. A closing device is disposed on the drain outlet to control the opening and closing of the drain outlet. The mixer and a motor for driving the mixer are disposed in the stirring chamber. The control unit controls the operation of the motor. 1. A flush toilet , comprising:a) a seat;b) a stirring device, the stirring device comprising a stirring chamber, a mixer, and a drain outlet; andc) a control unit;whereinthe stirring device is disposed below the seat;the stirring chamber communicates with the seat;the drain outlet is disposed at a lower part of the stirring device and communicates with the stirring chamber;a closing device is disposed on the drain outlet to control the opening and closing of the drain outlet;the mixer and a motor for driving the mixer are disposed in the stirring chamber; andthe control unit controls the operation of the motor.2. The flush toilet of claim 1 , wherein the closing device comprises a pipe having the same diameter as the drain outlet claim 1 , both ends of the pipe are open claim 1 , the pipe is connected to a lifting device capable of lifting the pipe claim 1 , and the lifting device is controlled by the control unit.3. The flush toilet of claim 2 , wherein the lifting device employs an electromagnetic lever structure.4. The flush toilet of claim 1 , wherein a movable plate is disposed at an upper part of the stirring chamber claim 1 , and the movable plate is connected to a pulling device which is controlled by the control unit.5. The flush toilet of claim 4 , wherein the movable plate comprises a reset spring.6. The flush toilet of claim 1 , wherein the mixer comprises at ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

COMBINATION OF VACUUM TOILET AND GREY WATER SYSTEM FUNCTIONS

Номер: US20140020167A1
Принадлежит:

A combined toilet grey water system for passenger transportation vehicles such as aircrafts includes a toilet bowl for receiving waste water and a basin for receiving grey water. Moreover, the system includes a flushing line and a flushing valve with an inlet and an outlet. The outlet of the flushing valve is connectable to a vacuum waste water system. The inlet of the flushing valve is connected via the flushing line to the toilet bowl. Therein, the basin is connected to the flushing line in such a way that the basin is connectable to the vacuum waste water system. 1. A combined toilet grey water system for passenger transportation vehicles , the system comprising:a toilet bowl for receiving waste water;a basin for receiving grey water;a flushing valve with an inlet and an outlet;a flushing line;wherein the outlet of the flushing valve is connectable to a vacuum waste water system;wherein the toilet bowl is connected to the inlet of the flushing valve via the flushing line; andwherein the basin is connected to the flushing line in such a way that the basin is connectable to the vacuum waste water system.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the basin is connected directly to the flushing line.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the basin is connected to the flushing line via the toilet bowl.4. The system according to claim 1 , further comprising a reservoir;wherein the reservoir is located at the flushing line and is adapted for accumulating grey water.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the flushing valve comprises a rotary valve or as a ball valve.6. The system according to claim 1 , further comprising:a grey water line connecting the basin to the toilet bowl; anda first one way valve;wherein the first one way valve is positioned in the grey water line; andwherein the first one way valve is adapted to open when a fill level of the gray water line is reached and/or when a flushing device is actuated by a user.7. The system according to ...

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

Plumbing fixture with flush valve actuator and methods for calibrating same

Номер: US20140020168A1
Принадлежит: Kohler Co

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

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23-01-2014 дата публикации

Systems and Methods for Treating Grey Water On-Board Passenger Transport Vehicles

Номер: US20140021112A1
Принадлежит:

Embodiments of the present invention provide a system to direct water flow through a lavatory and to cleanse grey water through a series of treatment steps. The water may then be re-directed to the faucet for re-use in hand washing or other potable water use or to the toilet for flush water. The treatment steps are altered, depending upon the ultimate use of the water, as flush water need not be treated to the same level as potable water. The system may also function via a cascade of logic commands given by a series of electronic controllers, valves, and sensors which are fine-tuned to supply enough water to each component of the system. 1. A water flow and treatment system for a passenger transport vehicle having a lavatory , the lavatory having a faucet/sink and a toilet , the system comprising:(a) a grey water accumulator positioned to capture used hand washing water from the sink;(b) a potable water treatment stack configured to receive at least a portion of the used hand washing water from the grey water accumulator and to treat the water to a first desired quality level;(c) a water quality sampling system associated with the potable water treatment stack and configured to sample exiting water;(d) a flush water treatment stack configured to receive at least a portion of the used hand washing water from the grey water accumulator and to treat the water to a second desired quality level that is lower than the first desired quality;(e) wherein the potable water treatment stack delivers its exiting water to the faucet/sink in the lavatory and/or is routed to a galley for use; and(f) wherein the flush water treatment stack delivers its exiting water to the toilet in the lavatory.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a single lavatory has a single water flow and treatment system.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein one water flow and treatment system services more than one lavatory.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the passenger transport vehicle comprises an aircraft.5. ...

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

Toilet seat stoppers

Номер: US20140026304A1
Принадлежит:

The invention is a Toilet Seat Stopper used to minimize the lateral movement of a toilet seat. Two plastic devices are attached to the bottom of a toilet seat in the center on opposite sides. 1. I claim this device stabilizes toilet seats and includes two pieces of double sided tape and flat head # 6⅝ screws to secure the device to a toilet seat.2. I claim the underneath area of a toilet seat as my products domain on toilet seats made of plastic , wood and metal materials. The invention is a device made out of ABS plastic material that is made using a plastic injection molding process. The device is used by attaching two of the devices to the bottom of a toilet seat made out of plastic materials, wood or metal. They are placed on opposite sides of the toilet seat on the underneath potion in the center of the seat.The Toilet Seat Stopper invention is related to plumbing the toilet bowl seat specifically. The attached picture documents show the construction of the device and how it attaches to the seat.The advantages of the invention are the device minimizes the lateral movement of the toilet seat. It helps cut down on the loosening of the toilet seat bolts. It is intended to prevent toilet seat accidents.The invention is made by a plastic molding injection process using ABS plastic material which is injected into a mold made to form the part. The part is used to attach to the bottom of a toilet seat to minimize the lateral movement of the seat. This item is unique and has no counterpart.

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30-01-2014 дата публикации

TOILET DISCHARGE VALVE ASSEMBLY HAVING MOVEABLE BUOYANT FLOAT THEREIN

Номер: US20140026309A1
Принадлежит:

A toilet flush valve that has a moveable buoyant float therein, wherein the float has an open bottom end to trap air therein and wherein the housing includes controls to selectively release air to allow the float to move upwardly therein to permit flushing. By timing when one or two air vents on the housing are open, the duration and volume of the flush can be controlled, with the buoyancy provided by the water lifting the float to open the flush valve. This provides a flushing system with minimal activation energy. 1. A flush valve , comprising:(a) a housing dimensioned to be positioned over a drain in a toilet tank;(b) a float assembly being vertically moveable within the housing, the float assembly configured to seal the drain when the float assembly is in a lowered position, and to open the drain when the float assembly is in a raised position, wherein the float assembly comprises a float having an open bottom end to trap air therein, and wherein an air chamber is formed between the interior of the housing and the exterior of the float assembly;(c) an air passageway connecting the air chamber in the housing to external ambient air; and(d) an actuator for selectively opening and closing the air passageway.2. The flush valve of claim 1 , wherein the float assembly comprises a hollow float with an open bottom end.3. The flush valve of claim 1 , wherein the actuator for selectively opening and closing the air passageway comprises a flush button positioned on the exterior of the toilet tank.4. The flush valve of claim 1 , wherein the actuator for selectively opening and closing the air passageway comprises a triggering sensor.5. The flush valve of claim 1 , wherein the air passageway connecting the air chamber in the housing to external ambient air comprises a tube extending from the air chamber in the housing to an external ambient air outlet on the toilet tank.6. The flush valve of claim 1 , wherein the air passageway connecting the air chamber in the housing to ...

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06-02-2014 дата публикации

Flush Valve Handle and Check Valve Assembly

Номер: US20140033418A1
Автор: OConnor J. Timothy
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A flush valve handle assembly and a check valve assembly are provided for use in a flush valve, wherein the flush valve handle assembly and check valve assembly include improved components. The flush valve handle assembly includes a ball member and a plunger rod, one or both of which can be constructed of a polymeric material. An improved flush file retainer is provided which includes at least one ear integrally formed around a circumferential portion thereof. This at least one ear secures the flush file retainer in a snap-fit configuration in the socket-coupling. The check valve assembly includes a piston/seal having a plurality of ribs having a tapered design extending outwardly from a circumferential periphery of the piston/seal. The piston/seal includes a sealing material located on a top surface thereof. This sealing material can be a thermoplastic elastomeric coating material. 1. A flush valve handle assembly adapted for initiating a flushing sequence within a flush valve , said flush valve handle assembly comprising:a handle adapted for movement in at least one direction, said handle including a connecting portion;a ball member having a contact portion, said ball member associated with the connecting portion of the handle, such that movement of the handle causes said ball member to pivot in at least one direction, said ball member including a central bore extending therethough for receiving the connecting portion of the handle;a plunger rod associated with the contact surface of the ball member, said plunger rod adapted for movement upon pivoting movement of the ball member;a socket-coupling for securing the handle to the flush valve;a flush file retainer including a central aperture extending therethrough for receiving said plunger rod, said flush file retainer including an attachment member associated therewith adapted for a self-centering attachment of the flush file retainer with the socket-coupling; anda spring positioned between said ball member and ...

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

COMPOSITE TOILET LID AND SEAT AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING

Номер: US20140047627A1
Автор: Wu Chengdong
Принадлежит: Topseat International, Inc.

A laminar composite toilet lid and seat are formed of a composite laminar material. The toilet lid includes a core structural layer having a shape and size associated with the toilet lid. The toilet lid also includes a first decorative exterior layer disposed on a first surface of the, core structural layer. The toilet lid further includes a second decorative exterior layer disposed on a second surface of the core structural layer, the second surface opposite the first surface. The toilet lid still further includes a painted edge configured to cover seams between the core structural layer and the first and second decorative exterior layers. 1. A toilet lid , comprising:a core structural layer having a shape and size associated with the toilet lid;a first decorative exterior layer disposed on a first surface of the core structural layer;a second decorative exterior layer disposed on a second surface of the core structural layer, the second surface opposite the first surface; anda painted edge configured to cover seams between the core structural layer and the first and second decorative exterior layers.2. The toilet lid of claim 1 , wherein the first decorative exterior layer comprises a clear top sub-layer and a metallic sub-layer having one or more etched or embossed portions that give the first decorative exterior layer a three-dimensional (3D) appearance.3. The toilet lid of claim 2 , wherein the one or more etched or embossed portions of the metallic sub-layer form at least one decorative image.4. The toilet lid of claim 3 , wherein the one or more etched or embossed portions of the metallic sub-layer are colored such that the at least one decorative image is colored.5. The toilet lid of claim 2 , wherein the clear top sub-layer comprises polymethyl-methacrylate (PMMA).6. The toilet lid of claim 1 , wherein the core layer comprises medium density fiberboard (MDF).7. The toilet lid of claim 1 , wherein the first and second decorative exterior layers are bonded to ...

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20-02-2014 дата публикации

VACUUM TOILET HAVING A URINAL FUNCTION

Номер: US20140047631A1
Автор: Seibt Christian
Принадлежит: AIRBUS OPERATIONS GMBH

A vacuum toilet unit having a urinal function with reduced noise emission, system design size and system weight, in which vacuum toilet unit a triggering device for triggering the vacuum valve is adapted in such a manner that the triggering unit may not be triggered when a sit-down toilet is in use as intended. 1. A vacuum toilet unit having a urinal function , comprising:a sit-down toilet,a urinal,a main discharge,a vacuum valve, anda lockable triggering device for triggering the vacuum valve,wherein the sit-down toilet has a toilet wastewater discharge,wherein the urinal has a urinal water discharge,wherein the main discharge to a vacuum wastewater system is separated by the vacuum valve,wherein the toilet wastewater discharge and the urinal water discharge in the direction of flow lead to the main discharge so as to be upstream of the vacuum valve, andwherein the triggering device for triggering the vacuum valve is adapted in such a manner that the triggering unit may not be triggered when the sit-down toilet is in use as intended.2. The vacuum toilet unit having a urinal function of claim 1 , further comprising an activation element for triggering the lockable triggering device claim 1 , wherein the activation element is arranged in such a manner that locking takes place as a result of a person not being able to reach the activation element when the sit-down toilet is in use as intended.3. The vacuum toilet unit having a urinal function of claim 1 , wherein the sit-down toilet comprises a person monitoring device adapted to lock the lockable triggering device when the presence of a person is detected during use of the sit-down toilet as intended.4. The vacuum toilet unit having a urinal function of claim 1 , wherein the sit-down toilet comprises a toilet lid sensor and is adapted to lock the lockable triggering device on the basis of an acquired position of a toilet lid by the toilet lid sensor.5. The vacuum toilet unit having a urinal function of claim 1 , ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

Device for Recycling Grey Water in a Transportation Vehicle

Номер: US20140059754A1

The invention pertains to a device (C) for recycling grey water, particularly for a transportation vehicle equipped with a tank (D) of clean on-board water, said device (C) being intended for providing recycled water for the emptying of at least one toilet mounted in said vehicle, said device comprising a vessel () for collecting grey water, a pump () to make at least at a part of the grey water stored in the vessel () circulate towards filtering means () and a tank () for storing filtered grey water useable for washing the toilets. said filtered grey water being stored under pressure in said tank (). 1. Device for recycling grey water , particularly for a transportation vehicle equipped with a tank of clean on-board water , said device being intended for providing recycled water for the emptying of at least one toilet mounted in said vehicle , said device comprising a vessel for collecting grey water , a pump to make at least at a part of the grey water stored in the vessel circulate towards filtering means and a tank for storing filtered grey water useable for washing the toilets , said filtered grey water being stored under pressure in said tank , characterized in that said filtering means comprise an ultrafilter.2. Device for recycling according to claim 1 , characterized in that said filtered grey water is stored in said tank at a pressure of 2 to 4 bars.3. Device for recycling according to claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises means for reversible fastening to a toilet module comprising a wash-basin and a toilet.4. Device for recycling according to claim 1 , characterized in that it comprises a valve to selectively connect said toilet to the filtered grey-water storage tank or to said clean on-board water tank.5. Device for recycling according to claim 4 , characterized in that it comprises a non-return clack valve between said clean on-board water tank and said valve.6. Device for recycling according to claim 4 , characterized in that it comprises a ...

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06-03-2014 дата публикации

GREY WATER TOILET

Номер: US20140059755A1
Принадлежит: KOHLER CO.

A toilet comprising a tank configured to hold a first supply of water therein; a bowl having an inlet and an outlet, wherein the inlet is in fluid communication with the tank, such that the bowl is configured to receive the first supply of water; and a passage having a first end, a second end, and an inlet opening provided between the first end and the second end, wherein the first end is in fluid communication with the outlet of the bowl, wherein the second end is configured to be in fluid communication with a drain pipe, and wherein the passage is configured to receive a second supply of water through the inlet opening during a flush cycle. 1. A toilet configured to be in fluid communication with a drain pipe , the toilet comprising:a tank for holding a first supply of water therein;a bowl having an inlet and an outlet, wherein the inlet is in fluid communication with the tank, such that the bowl is configured to receive the first supply of water; anda passage having a first end, a second end, and an inlet opening provided between the first end and the second end,wherein the first end is in fluid communication with the outlet of the bowl,wherein the second end is configured to be in fluid communication with the drain pipe; andwherein the passage is configured to receive a second supply of water through the inlet opening during a flush cycle.2. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein the passage includes a weir provided between the first and second ends claim 1 , and wherein the inlet opening is provided between the weir and the second end.3. The toilet of claim 2 , wherein a portion of the passage that is provided between the weir and the second end defines a waste side of the passage claim 2 , wherein the second supply of water is grey water and remains on the waste side of the passage during the flush cycle claim 2 , and wherein the first supply of water is fresh water.4. The toilet of claim 1 , further comprising a grey water system that includes a storage device that ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

Motorized Automate/manual push button system

Номер: US20140068850A1
Автор: Maercovich Jorge

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

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03-04-2014 дата публикации

Toilet Flush Valve Assemblies

Номер: US20140090158A1
Автор: Jensen Robert M.
Принадлежит: AS IP Holdco, LLC

Flush valve assemblies are described herein which include a valve body; a flush valve cover detachably connected to a flush line; a pivot mechanism capable of opening and closing the flush valve cover upon actuation; wherein the flush line is connected at a first end to a flush actuating device and at a second end to the flush valve cover, the line being capable of raising and lowering the cover upon actuation; and a float situated above the cover and connected to the flush line at a point between the first and the second ends of the flush line or by a separate float line connected to the cover. The float is sufficiently buoyant and capable of resisting the force of flowing water and keeping the flush valve cover open to allow flush water to pass through the valve body before closing the cover when the valve body is installed on a toilet. 1. A flush valve assembly , comprising , a radiused inlet portion,', 'an upper inlet end having an inlet opening therethrough,', 'a lower outlet end having an outlet opening therethrough, and', 'a wall extending between the upper inlet end and the lower outlet end and having an interior surface defining a flow path that extends generally longitudinally through the valve body from the inlet opening to the outlet opening and that has a generally circular transverse cross-section,, 'a valve body having'}wherein at least a portion of the wall is downwardly linearly tapered and has a decreasing valve body diameter as measured transversely across the valve body, and the tapered wall portion is below the radiused inlet portion,wherein a height measured longitudinally through the valve body is about the same as or greater than a largest diameter of the transverse cross-section of the flow path;a flush valve cover detachably connected to a flush line;a pivot mechanism capable of opening and closing the flush valve cover upon actuation of the flush valve, wherein the flush valve cover has a transverse cross-sectional diameter sufficiently ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

AN INLET VALVE ARRANGEMENT FOR A TOILET CISTERN

Номер: US20180002907A1
Принадлежит:

The invention relates to an inlet valve arrangement () for a toilet cistern which is configured to regulate and control the flow of water. The arrangement includes a connector () which is connectable to an inlet water supply, a valve body () which is connected to the connector () and defines a valve inlet (); and a sealing mechanism which includes a sealing member () which is displaceable relative to the valve body () between an open position in which water is permitted to pass through the valve inlet () and a closed position in which the sealing member () seals off the valve inlet () in order to prevent water from passing through the valve inlet (). An over-centre linkage () is connected to the sealing member (), movable in over-centre fashion between a first position in which the sealing member () is in its open position and a second position in which the sealing member () is in its closed position. 1. An inlet valve arrangement for a toilet cistern , the inlet valve arrangement comprising:a connector which is connectable to an inlet water supply;a valve body connected to the connector and defining a valve inlet; and a sealing member which is displaceable relative to the valve body between an open position in which water is permitted to pass through the valve inlet and a closed position in which the sealing member seals off the valve inlet in order to prevent the water from passing through the valve inlet; and', 'an over-center linkage which is connected to the sealing member, wherein the over-center linkage is movable, in over-center fashion, between a first position in which the sealing member is in its the open position and a second position in which the sealing member is in its the closed position where the sealing member seals off the valve inlet., 'a sealing mechanism comprising2. The inlet valve arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the over-center linkage includes a stop which is configured to engage the valve body when the over-center linkage is in the second ...

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04-01-2018 дата публикации

Portable slot water-injection toilet

Номер: US20180002909A1
Принадлежит: QINGDAO CHUANGHUI INDUSTRY Co Ltd

The present invention includes: a toilet pool, wherein, the toilet pool has a pool tapered from top to bottom, the bottom of the pool is a discharge outlet, the top of the pool is a tapered annular platform, the tapered annular platform consists of a wide part and a narrow part, above the tapered annular platform is a slot flush nozzle, shunts implemented by the slot flush nozzle are evenly distributed on a surface of the pool under the guide of the tapered annular platform, and the toilet pool is provided with a clean water supply means. It achieves a configuration that two flushing systems coexist on a toilet pool, achieves secondary homogenization of water currents, achieves water-saving and efficient flushing, achieves maximization of water capacity in the same space, and achieves a simple, reliable fixedly-installed toilet.

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02-01-2020 дата публикации

TOILET BOWL DEVICE

Номер: US20200002928A1
Принадлежит: LIXIL CORPORATION

To provide a toilet bowl device allowing bubbles to be discharged with ease even in a case where a bowl is supplied with the bubbles. In a toilet bowl device, a control unit executes a pre-jet washing step for bubbles of supplying wash water to a bowl via a jet discharge port and a pre-rim washing step for bubbles of supplying wash water to the bowl via a rim discharge port after the pre-jet washing step for bubbles is initiated in a case where bubbles are present on a stored water surface. 1. A toilet bowl device comprising:a bowl having a rim discharge port in an upper portion of the bowl and having a jet discharge port in a bottom portion of the bowl;a rim wash water supply device supplying wash water to the bowl via the rim discharge port;a jet wash water supply device supplying wash water to the bowl via the jet discharge port;a drain trap provided on a toilet bowl drain path from the bottom portion of the bowl to a drain pipe and determining a height of a stored water surface of wash water collected in the bottom portion of the bowl by performing water sealing on the toilet bowl drain path; anda control unit controlling the rim wash water supply device and the jet wash water supply device,wherein, in a case where bubbles are present on the stored water surface, the control unit executesa pre jet washing step for bubbles of supplying wash water to the bowl via the jet discharge port anda pre-rim washing step for bubbles of supplying wash water to the bowl via the rim discharge port after the pre-jet washing step for bubbles is initiated.2. The toilet bowl device according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in a case where bubbles are present on the stored water surface claim 1 , the control unit supplies wash water to the bowl via the jet discharge port to an extent that the toilet bowl drain path is torn in the pre-jet washing step for bubbles.3. The toilet bowl device according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in a case where bubbles are present on the stored water ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

ACTUATION DEVICE WITH USER RECOGNITION

Номер: US20210003708A1
Принадлежит: GEBERIT INTERNATIONAL AG

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

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

Combination Toilet and Urinal

Номер: US20220018108A1
Автор: Moralez Christopher
Принадлежит:

A combination toilet and urinal device. The device includes a tank having a toilet chamber configured to house flushing water with the toilet chamber in fluid communication with a toilet bowl through a toilet chamber discharge port. The tank further includes a urinal chamber that is separated from the toilet chamber. The urinal chamber includes a urinal chamber inlet extending through an exterior surface of the tank for receiving urine in the urinal chamber and delivering the urine to a urinal chamber collection pipe without delivering the urine to the toilet bowl. The device further includes a flushing system configured to flush both the toilet bowl and the urinal chamber collection pipe through the same toilet bowl outlet pipe. Thus, the device is designed to help conserve water by allowing a user to use the urinal feature between toilet uses without flushing. 1. A combination toilet and urinal device comprising:a toilet bowl in fluid communication with a toilet bowl outlet pipe; a toilet chamber configured to house flushing water, the toilet chamber in fluid communication with the toilet bowl through a toilet chamber discharge port, and', 'a urinal chamber that is separated from the toilet chamber, the urinal chamber including a urinal chamber inlet extending through an exterior surface of the tank for receiving urine in the urinal chamber;, 'a tank includinga urinal chamber collection pipe having a first end in fluid communication with the urinal chamber and a second end in fluid communication with the toilet bowl outlet pipe, the urinal chamber collection pipe dimensioned and configured for receiving and collecting urine from the urinal chamber without delivering the urine to the toilet bowl;a urinal chamber flush channel having a first end in fluid communication with the toilet chamber discharge port and a second end in fluid communication with the urinal chamber collection pipe; anda flushing system operable to flush the flushing water through the toilet ...

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

FLUSH WATER TANK APPARATUS

Номер: US20190006906A1
Принадлежит:

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

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20-01-2022 дата публикации

OUTLET VALVE

Номер: US20220018456A1
Автор: Zhou Xiaojun
Принадлежит: Shanghai Kohler Electronics, Ltd.

An outlet valve includes a valve body, a solenoid valve, and a manual operating member. The valve body includes a water inlet, a water outlet, a water storage cavity, a drain waterway, a first waterway, a second waterway, and a waterproof membrane. The first waterway is coupled to the drain waterway through a first drain opening. The second waterway is coupled to the drain waterway through a second drain opening. The waterproof membrane is configured to separate the water outlet cavity from the water storage cavity. The first waterway comprises a first plug coupled to an output end of the solenoid valve. The first plug is configured to control the opening and closing of the first drain opening. The second waterway comprises a second plug coupled to the manual operating member. The second plug is configured to control the opening and closing of the second drain opening. 1. An outlet valve , comprising: a water inlet;', 'a water outlet;', 'a water storage cavity;', 'a drain waterway;', 'a first plug coupled to an output end of a solenoid valve, the first plug configured for controlling opening and closing the first drain opening;', 'a first waterway coupled to the drain waterway through a first drain opening, the first waterway comprising, 'a second plug coupled to a manual operating member, the second plug configured for controlling opening and closing the second drain opening; and', 'a second waterway coupled to the drain waterway through a second drain opening, the second waterway comprising, 'a waterproof membrane located at least partially in the water storage cavity, the waterproof membrane configured to hermetically separate the water outlet cavity from the water storage cavity;, 'a valve body, the valve body comprisingthe solenoid valve coupled to the valve body; andthe manual operating member coupled to the valve body.2. The outlet valve of claim 1 , wherein the valve body is internally coupled to an annular separating rib claim 1 , the annular separating rib ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

Antimicrobial Self-Cleaning Toilet

Номер: US20180008106A1
Принадлежит:

A toilet comprising a rinsing seat, a rimless bowl, and a helical loop trapway is disclosed. An annular cavity for the purpose of storing and dispensing rinse water from the rinsing seat is disclosed. Outlet nozzles arranged about the circumference of the rinsing seat and designed to dispense rinse water at the rimless bowl are disclosed. Rinsing seat supports, hinge assemblies, and seat sensors which offer additional functionality to the rinsing seat are also disclosed. The toilet includes a steep interior surface with a titanium dioxide coating and actuatable ultraviolet light sources. The titanium dioxide has antimicrobial properties in the presence of ultraviolet light to sanitize the toilet. The ultraviolet light source is actuatable to control when the antimicrobial properties of the titanium dioxide coating are activated. The exterior of the toilet is coated with doped titanium dioxide which is antimicrobial in the presence of visible light. 1. A toilet comprising: an inner surface;', 'a titanium dioxide coating disposed on the inner surface; and', 'an ultraviolet light source, wherein the ultraviolet light source directs ultraviolet light towards the inner surface of the rimless bowl;', 'a seat comprising an annular cavity, said annular cavity comprising inlet ports connected to a remote water source, the seat further comprising a plurality of outlet nozzles arranged circumferentially and directed to the rimless bowl, the plurality of outlet nozzles being connected to the annular cavity; and wherein, 'a rimless bowl comprisinga rinsing volume of water is dispensed out of the seat through the plurality of outlet nozzles; anda doped titanium dioxide coating, wherein the doped titanium dioxide coating is adhered to at least one surface exterior to the rimless bowl.2. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein the ultraviolet light source is disposed on an upper circumference of the rimless bowl.3. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein the ultraviolet light source is disposed on ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

Rigid Piston Retrofit for a Diaphragm Flush Valve

Номер: US20170009902A1
Принадлежит:

A rigid piston assembly for use in a conventional flush valve includes a rigid piston configured to fixedly engage within the valve body. The present invention is also directed to a flush valve for a plumbing fixture as well as a method of retrofitting a rigid piston into a diaphragm flush valve body. 1. A method of retrofitting a rigid piston into a flush valve , the flush valve having a valve body with a fluid inlet , a fluid outlet , a diaphragm valve assembly , an outer cover , and a handle member , the method comprising the steps of:a) removing the outer cover from the valve body;b) removing the diaphragm valve assembly from the valve body;c) inserting a rigid piston into the valve body, the rigid piston comprising a disc shaped member having a central opening, an elongated hollow member that is attached to and extends down from the disc shaped member, and a piston seal attached directly to at least a portion of the disc shaped member, wherein the rigid piston is adapted to move axially in the direction of the flow of water from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet;d) incorporating a relief valve into the rigid piston; ande) attaching a top closure to the valve body at an end opposite the fluid outlet, andwherein the piston seal comprises an annular skirt surrounding an outer edge of the piston seal that is adapted to expand out toward the top closure connected to the valve body and form a seal with the top closure.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid piston is placed on top of a central valve seat such that the elongated hollow member extends down into an outlet bore of the flush valve.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the annular skirt extends around an outside perimeter of both the piston seal and the disc shaped member.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the piston seal comprises a disc shaped body with a central opening and the annular skirt extends around an outer edge of the disc shaped body.5. The method according to ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

Rigid Piston Valve Incorporating a Solenoid

Номер: US20170009903A1
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A rigid piston assembly for use in a conventional flush valve includes a rigid piston and a solenoid configured to fixedly engage within the valve body. A flush valve for a plumbing fixture as well as a method of retrofitting a piston valve into a diaphragm flush valve body which includes a rigid piston and solenoid configuration. 1. A method of retrofitting a rigid piston and a solenoid into a flush valve , the flush valve having a valve body with a fluid inlet , a fluid outlet , a diaphragm valve assembly , an outer cover , and a handle member , the method comprising the steps of:a) removing the outer cover from the valve body;b) removing the diaphragm valve assembly from the valve body;c) removing the actuating rod assembly from the valve body;d) inserting a rigid piston into the valve body, the rigid piston comprising a disc shaped member having a central opening, an elongated hollow member that is attached to and extends down from the disc shaped member, and a piston seal attached directly to at least a portion of the disc shaped member, wherein the rigid piston is adapted to move axially in the direction of the flow of water from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet;e) attaching a cap to the valve body at an end opposite the fluid outlet, the cap having a hollow stem extending down from a central opening of the cap;f) inserting a first end of a fitting into the cap; andg) attaching a solenoid to the second end of the fitting, and wherein the piston seal comprises an annular skirt surrounding an outer edge of the piston seal that is adapted to expand out toward the top closure connected to the valve body and form a seal with the top closure.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid piston is placed on top of a central valve seat such that the elongated hollow member extends down into an outlet bore of the flush valve.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the annular skirt extends around an outside perimeter of both the piston seal and the ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

TOILET FLAPPER VALVE WITH ADJUSTABLE MOUNTS AND ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160010317A1
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An improved toilet flapper valve is used to cover and seal a main flush valve orifice, which flapper valve comprises a pair of rotatable legs and leg clips having two-way adjustment capabilities and which serve to function as mounting arms. The two-way adjustment of the rotatable leg clips allows for use of the same flapper valve with a variety of makes and models of flush valves, and flush valves having pegs that may be spaced apart so as to adjust for pegs that may have different diameters or that may be separated from one another by different distances depending on the flush valve used in the toilet. The flapper valve of the present invention also includes a variably-adjustable air outlet capability. 1. A toilet flapper valve comprising:a flapper body comprising a generally circular forward portion and a pair of rearwardly-extending leg clip mounting structures; anda pair of leg clips being attached to the leg clip mounting structures of the flapper body, each leg clip comprising a mounting leg, the mounting leg comprising a forward facing flat that is attachable to a leg clip mounting structure of the flapper body, and a clip portion, the clip portion comprising a first clip member and a second clip member.2. The toilet flapper valve of wherein the leg clip mounting structures further comprise a plurality of support ribs extending forwardly from the leg clip mounting structures.3. The toilet flapper valve of wherein the leg clip mounting structure further comprises a rearward facing flat and a generally frustroconical retainer.4. The toilet flapper valve of wherein the generally frustroconical retainer further comprises a peripheral groove that is disposed immediately adjacent the rearward flat of the leg clip mounting structure.5. The toilet flapper valve of wherein the mounting leg of the leg clip further comprises a flat portion having an aperture and the frustroconical retainer fits within the aperture in the flat portion of the leg clip.6. The toilet ...

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11-01-2018 дата публикации

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

Номер: US20180010322A1
Принадлежит: AS IP Holdco LLC

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

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Power Supply Assembly for Plumbing Fixture

Номер: US20190010683A1
Автор: Bush Shawn D.
Принадлежит:

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 ...

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10-01-2019 дата публикации

Split Toilet Bowl for Separating Fecal Matter and Urine for Collection and Analysis

Номер: US20190010689A1
Принадлежит:

The toilet bowl separately collects urine and feces for analysis or other uses. The toilet bowl includes a toilet bowl wall with at least two holes in it. The first hole is a fecal collection aperture positioned below a user where a user may defecate into it. The second hole is a urine collection orifice through which a user's urine may flow. The two holes may be separated by a ridge which may act like a dam to inhibit cross-contamination of collected feces and urine. Conduits may connect to the two holes to direct the waste into analytical devices or containers for additional uses including composters and digesters which produce clean energy. 1. A toilet bowl for separately collecting urine and feces comprising: 1. a fecal collection aperture;', '2. a urine collection orifice, wherein the urine collection orifice is disposed toward a front of the toilet bowl relative to the fecal collection aperture; and', '3. a ridge, wherein the ridge is defined by a raised section in the toilet bowl wall, and wherein the ridge is between the fecal collection aperture and the urine collection orifice and approximately parallel to an axis running across the width of the bowl., 'i. a toilet bowl wall, the toilet bowl wall comprising, 'a. a bowl, the bowl comprising2. The toilet bowl of claim 1 , further comprising at least one urine overflow sensor claim 1 , wherein the at least one urine overflow sensor is disposed on the toilet bowl wall and is adjacent to the fecal collection orifice.3. The toilet bowl of claim 2 , wherein the at least one urine overflow sensor comprises at least one capacitive sensor.4. The toilet bowl of claim 1 , further comprising at least on fecal contamination sensor claim 1 , wherein the at least one fecal contamination sensor is disposed within the toilet bowl and between the ridge and a front side of the toilet bowl.5. The toilet bowl of claim 4 , wherein the at least on fecal contamination sensor comprises at least one optical sensor.6. The toilet bowl ...

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SMART TOILET MINIMIZING WATER USAGE

Номер: US20150013054A1
Автор: Ho Walter
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An apparatus and method or a toilet which minimizes water usage and can handle urine and fecal matter. An ultrasonic vibration unit is disposed to clean at least one fecal plate which is rotated into a lower part of a toilet bowl. Occasional and periodic flushing of solid fecal matter results in less water usage than utilizing water flushing for cleaning and carrying away of solid fecal matter. 1. A toilet minimizing water usage , comprising:a toilet bowl with an upper and lower part;a fixed waterless urinal unit;at least one fecal plate disposed to receive feces;a mechanism to rotate the fecal plate into water in the lower part of the toilet bowl;an ultrasonic vibration cleaner disposed to clean the fecal plate when the fecal plate is disposed in the lower part of the toilet bowl;a holding pipe;a connection to a supply water system and a waste water system, for periodic, occasional washout of accumulated solid matter in the holding pipe.2. The toilet of claim 1 , further comprising:a mechanical system of levers and gears to operate the rotation of the at least one fecal plate into the lower part of the toilet bowl.3. The toilet of claim 1 , further comprising:a gravity-operated switch wherein the accumulated weight of fecal matter operates the switch and disposes the fecal plate to rotate down to the lower part of the toilet bowl4. The toilet of claim 1 , further comprising:an optical sensor wherein the accumulation of fecal matter disposes the optical sensor to operate a switch and disposes the fecal plate to rotate down to the lower part of the toilet bowl.5. The toilet of wherein the fecal plate comprises Teflon on metal.6. A method for making a toilet which minimizes water usage claim 1 , comprising:utilizing a toilet bowl with an upper and lower part;incorporating a fixed waterless urinal unit;having at least one fecal plate disposed to receive feces;rotating the fecal plate into water in the lower part of the toilet bowl by a mechanism;cleaning the fecal ...

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

Adaptation of Flush Valve for Dual Flush Capability

Номер: US20150013055A1
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Disclosed are various apparatuses and methods that facilitate dual flush capability. In one embodiment, an apparatus is provided that includes a dual flush mechanism configured to provide for a dual flush capability in a toilet. A gasket is attached to the dual flush mechanism. The gasket forms a seal between the dual flush mechanism and a flush orifice of a flush valve. 1. An adapter , comprising:a flush opening configured to mate to a basket structure of a dual flush canister for a toilet, the dual flush canister being configured to provide both a short flush and a long flush of the toilet;a flange configured to mate to a flush valve opening of a flush valve previously installed in a toilet, the flange being offset at an angle with respect to the flush opening; anda sealing material configured to provide a seal between the flange and the flush valve opening.2. The adapter of claim 1 , wherein the sealing material is further configured to be disposed against a mating surface of the flange.3. The adapter of claim 1 , wherein the sealing material is rubber.4. The adapter of claim 1 , further comprising a mounting extension extending beyond the flange configured to mate with an inside surface of the flush opening.5. An apparatus claim 1 , comprising:a basket structure having a first end and a second end, the first end being configured to couple to a dual flush canister for a toilet, the dual flush canister being configured to provide both a short flush and a long flush of the toilet;a plurality of tabs extending inward toward a center axis of the basket structure, the plurality of tabs being configured to engage a lip of a flush opening of a flush valve previously installed in the toilet; anda plurality of support legs extending between the first end and the second end defining a plurality of passageways from an exterior of the basket structure to the flush opening.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the lip of the flush opening is defined by a channel around an ...

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15-01-2015 дата публикации

Method of Monitoring Wear in a Diaphragm Valve Using Pressure Detection

Номер: US20150013432A1
Автор: Shawn D. Bush
Принадлежит: SDB IP Holdings LLC

A system for detecting wear in a flush valve includes at least one pressure sensor adapted to measure a water pressure within the flush valve and at least one microprocessor in communication with the at least one pressure sensor. The at least one microprocessor is configured to determine the water pressure within the flush valve measured by the at least one pressure sensor at or after a predetermined time following operation of the flush valve that is equal to or exceeding a known time required to reseal the flush valve during normal operation, compare the determined water pressure with a pressure value sufficient to reseal the flush valve during normal operation, and determine if the flush valve is worn based at least partially on the comparison. A method and apparatus is also disclosed.

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

System & Method for Monitoring the Presence of a Person on a Toilet

Номер: US20210015313A1
Автор: Newham Paul
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A sensor and a monitoring system for implementation on a toilet seat to detect: (a) the presence of an individual on the toilet seat; (b) the departure of the individual from the toilet seat; and (c) an overly long occupancy of the toilet seat by the individual. The sensor is incorporated either on the underside of the toilet seat or within the material structure of the seat. Included with the sensor in the system is an integrated interconnect component for allowing the operation of the dielectric shift sensor elements with a variety of control monitors associated with existing patient and nurse call alarm systems. The interconnect component and an appropriately structured interconnect cable are used to connect the dielectric shift sensor elements configured within or on the toilet seat with any of a variety of existing alarm/alert control unit modules. 1. A sensor for monitoring a change in the presence or absence of a person seated on a toilet , the toilet having a toilet seat with a full or partial ring structure and a hinged attachment structure securing it to the toilet , the sensor comprising:first and second electrically conductive elements, the first conductive element extending in an arc at least partially around one side of the toilet seat ring and the second conductive element extending in an arc in a direction opposite the first element at least partially around a second side of the toilet seat ring, the first and second conductive elements each further comprising electrical connection terminals;a pair of electrical conductors, connected to the terminals of the conductive elements; anda pair of electrically conductive through-bolts extending through the hinged attachment structure of the toilet seat connecting the pair of electrical conductors to external snap connectors, the external snap connectors positioned in an externally accessible location at a rearward facing side of the toilet seat. This application claims the benefit under Title 35 United ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC PEDESTAL TOILET WITH SPA FEATURES

Номер: US20210015317A1
Автор: II Peter A., Loutos
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An apparatus for raising and lowering a toilet. The toilet is configured to be equipped with pedestals which are encased in separate compartments in the base of the toilet. The toilet comprises an actuator for raising and lowing the toilet, as a result of the pedestals being pressed or depressed. The toilet comprises a controller for controlling the actuator, wherein the controller sends a signal to the actuator to raise or lower the toilet based on the pedestals being pressed or depressed. The toilet comprises a controller for receiving a signal from one or more buttons pressed to indicate a predetermined selection, wherein the selection can be one or more of the activations of a seat warmer, bidet jet spray, hydro-flush, sound system or air freshener. 1. An apparatus for activating one or more features , said apparatus comprising:one or more pedestals attached to the base of the toilet;an actuator for raising and lowering the one or more pedestals, as a result of one or more button being pressed to signal a predetermined height; control the actuator, wherein the controller sends a signal to the actuator to raise or lower the toilet based on the pedestals being pressed or depressed;', 'receive a signal from one or more buttons pressed to indicate a predetermined selection, wherein the selection can be one or more of the activation of a seat warmer, a bidet jet spray, a hydro-flush, a sound system or an air freshener., 'a controller configured to2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a first button of the one or more buttons is configured to activate two or more of a seat warmer claim 1 , bidet jet spray claim 1 , hydro-flush claim 1 , sound system or air freshener.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a combination of the one or more buttons is configured to:activate one or more of a seat warmer, bidet jet spray, hydro-flush, sound system or air freshener; ordeactivate one or more of a seat warmer, bidet jet spray, hydro-flush, sound system or air freshener.4. The ...

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19-01-2017 дата публикации

Toilet seat apparatus and toilet bowl apparatus

Номер: US20170016221A1

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

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

Controller assembly for automatic flush valve

Номер: US20160017584A1
Автор: Bin-Han Huang
Принадлежит: Flushtech Corp

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

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

DRAIN VALVE FOR LOW-LEVEL WATER TANK FLUSHING

Номер: US20180016777A1
Автор: Li Fusheng, XIE Wenqing
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A drain valve for low-level water tank flushing includes a drain valve body, a low-level washing ring flushing device and a switch assembly. The switch assembly includes a switch element and a switch sheet. The switch element is connected to the switch sheet by using a lifting rod. When the switch element opens a sealing assembly of the drain valve body under the action of an external force, the switch changes a channel between a water inlet and a water outlet from a small opening state to a big opening state. 1. A drain valve for low-level water tank flushing , comprising a drain valve body , a low-level washing ring flushing device and a switch assembly , wherein ,the drain valve body comprises a sealing assembly and a valve seat, the sealing assembly is arranged on the valve seat and configured to open or close a drain port of the valve seat;the low-level washing ring flushing device comprises a water inlet and a water outlet, the water inlet is in communication with an outlet of a water inlet valve in a water tank;the switch assembly comprises a switch member and a switch sheet, and the switch member controls the movement of the sealing assembly and opens or closes the drain port by controlling the movement of the sealing assembly, and the switch sheet is configured to switch between different communication states of the water inlet and the water outlet;wherein the switch member is connected to the switch sheet by a connection member, and in the case that the switch member opens the sealing assembly under the action of an external force, the switch sheet is moved to allow a channel between the water inlet and the water outlet to switch from a small opening state to a large opening state.2. The drain valve for low-level water tank flushing according to claim 1 , wherein the connection member is a lifting rod which is connected to the switch sheet by a conversion device.3. The drain valve for low-level water tank flushing according to claim 2 , wherein the ...

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

PROGRAMMABLE AUTOMATIC FLUSHOMETER

Номер: US20140101836A1
Автор: WANG Xu, Wilson John R.
Принадлежит: Sloan Valve Company

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

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17-04-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-PORT ORBITAL VALVE

Номер: US20140101837A1
Принадлежит: MAG AEROSPACE INDUSTRIES, INC.

Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to multi-port orbital valves for use in controlling the direction of fluids and mixed media, and find particular use in connection with toilet systems, such as vacuum toilet systems. 1. A valve , comprising:(a) a valve housing enclosing a flush plate;(b) the valve housing comprising a first opening and a second opening;(c) the flush plate comprising a first opening, a second opening, an axis of rotation,wherein rotation of the flush plate with respect to the axis of rotation either (i) closes the first and second openings of the housing, (ii) allows the first opening of the housing to be open by aligning the first opening of the housing with the first opening of the flush plate, or (iii) allows the second opening of the housing to be open by aligning the second opening of the housing with the second opening of the flush plate.2. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the flush plate prevents both the first and second openings of the housing from being simultaneously open.3. The valve of claim 1 , wherein movement of the flush plate is activated by a vacuum sensor claim 1 , a pressure sensor claim 1 , a capacitance sensor claim 1 , or a level sensor.4. The valve of claim 1 , wherein movement of the flush plate is activated by a manual activation feature.5. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the position of the first and second openings on the housing is a mirror image of the first and second openings of the flush plate.6. The valve of claim 1 , wherein when the first opening of the housing is aligned with the first opening of the flush plate claim 1 , the second opening of the housing cannot be aligned with the second opening of the flush plate.7. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises at least one additional opening.8. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises a metallic material.9. The valve of claim 1 , wherein the housing comprises plastic claim 1 , a thermoplastic resin claim 1 , a polymeric ...

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

SMART URINAL WITH MULTI SENSING ELECTRIC FIELDS

Номер: US20150020298A1
Автор: HSU CHING-YEN
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A smart urinal with multi sensing fields comprises a urinal body, two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means and a flushing control unit. A urinal body, a urinal facade which forms a basin, and a cavity arranged inside the urinal body. The two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive Sensing information according to a change of the electric field energy caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field corresponding to a sensed object. The flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information, 1. A smart urinal with multi sensing electric fields comprises: two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive sensing information according to a change of the electric field energy caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field corresponding to a sensed object; and', 'a flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information, wherein the flushing control unit controls flushing timing, flushing duration, and/or flush water amount., 'an urinal body, comprising a urinal facade which forms a basin, and an cavity arranged inside the urinal body;'}2. The structure defined in claim 1 ...

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

SMART TOILET WITH MULTI SENSING ELECTRIC FIELDS

Номер: US20150020299A1
Автор: HSU CHING-YEN
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A smart toilet with multi sensing fields comprises a toilet body, two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means and a flushing control unit. A toilet body, comprising a bowl face which forms a bowl area, and a and a cavity arranged inside the toilet body. The two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive sensing information according to a change of the electric field energy caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field corresponding to a sensed object. The flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information. 1. A smart toilet with multi sensing fields comprises:a toilet body, comprising a bowl face which forms a bowl area, and a cavity arranged inside the toilet body;two or more proximity capacitive sensing electric field means, which are arranged in the cavity; an proximity capacitive sensing electric field is formed around the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means; said proximity capacitive sensing electric field means individually generate proximity capacitive sensing information according to a change of the electric field caused by the proximity capacitive sensing electric field means corresponding to a sensed object; anda flushing control unit, which receives the proximity capacitive sensing information, and controls the bowl area flushing according to one or more logic operation results in the received proximity capacitive sensing information, wherein the flushing control unit controls flushing timing, flushing duration, and/or flush water amount.2. The structure defined in claim 1 , ...

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22-01-2015 дата публикации

DUAL FLUSH DEVICE

Номер: US20150020300A1
Автор: Akbarpour Sam
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The devices and methods described, provide for a dual flush device with a handle sleeve with a rotation stop and a lift arm extending through the handle sleeve with a rotation limiting tab on the lift arm to engage the rotation stop to enable the lift arm to rotate in a first direction through a first arc and to rotate in a second direction through a second arc where the first arc is smaller than the second arc. A dual flush device with a lift arm added to conventional toilet will enable the toilet to perform two different flush actions, a small partial flush for liquid waste, and a second, full flush for solid waste. 1. A flush toilet of the type having a tank secured to a bowl with a flush assembly in the tank and the flush assembly is operated by a handle secured to a lift arm extending through a handle sleeve through a tank wall , and the lift arm has a generally straight distal end , wherein the improvement comprises:a rotation stop on the handle sleeve;a rotation limiting tab secured to the lift arm;an offset distal end on the lift arm;wherein the rotation stop and rotation limiting tabs operate to enable the lift arm to rotate in a first direction through a first arc and to rotate in a second direction through a second arc where the first arc is smaller than the second arc.2. The improved flush toilet of further comprising:a lift line extending from the offset distal end of the lift arm to a flapper wherein when the lift arm rotates through the first arc the flapper is raised to a first position and when the lift arm rotates through the second arc the flapper is raised to a second position where the second position is equivalent to a full flush.3. The improved flush toilet of further comprising:a force redirection assembly adapted to be secured to a toilet fill tube, the force redirection assembly including a lift line channel for redirecting the lift line between the lift arm and the flapper.4. A toilet comprising:a toilet tank with a handle hole through a ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

TANK-LESS AUTOMATIC FLUSH TOILET

Номер: US20210017748A1
Автор: Tsai Tien-Shou
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A tank-less automatic flush toilet includes a toilet stool, a pipe unit, an electric switching valve, a manual switching valve, and a sensor control unit. The pipe unit includes a flow-in pipe, a flow-out pipe which is upstream of a toilet bowl of the toilet stool, a first bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to the flow-in pipe, and a second bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to the flow-out pipe. The electric switching valve is connected in series between the flow-in and flow-out pipes. The manual switching valve is connected in series between the first and second bypass pipes. The sensor control unit is disposed for controlling the switch of the electric switching valve between a blocked state and a communicated state. 1. A tank-less automatic flush toilet , comprising:a toilet stool defining therein a toilet bowl;a pipe unit including a flow-in pipe, a flow-out pipe which is upstream of said toilet bowl, a first bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to said flow-in pipe, and a second bypass pipe which is fluidly connected to said flow-out pipe;an electric switching valve which is connected in series between said flow-in and flow-out pipes, and which is switchable between a blocked state, where fluid communication between said flow-in and flow-out pipes is blocked, and a communicated state, where said flow-in and flow-out pipes are fluidly communicated with each other;a manual switching valve which is connected in series between said first and second bypass pipes, and which is switchable between a closed state, where fluid communication between said first and second bypass pipes is closed, and an open state, where said first and second bypass pipes are fluidly communicated with each other; anda sensor control unit disposed for controlling the switch of said electric switching valve between the blocked state and the communicated state.2. The tank-less automatic flush toilet according to claim 1 , wherein said sensor control unit includes a sensor claim 1 , ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC FLUSH TOILET

Номер: US20210017749A1
Автор: Tsai Tien-Shou
Принадлежит:

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

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16-01-2020 дата публикации

Flush valve

Номер: US20200018054A1
Принадлежит: AS America Inc

An elevated flush valve comprising a vent cover may be used with various assemblies, particularly for high efficiency and high performance toilets, which vent cover has a wall that includes an upper portion, a lower portion configured to define a vent cover inlet opening for receiving air and/or liquid passing upwardly from within a valve body and/or from within a toilet through a toilet inlet when the vent cover is installed on a valve body, an exterior surface, and an interior surface defining a vent cover passage for air passing upwardly from the vent cover inlet opening. At least the upper portion of the vent cover wall is configured for contacting an interior surface of a valve body at a location above an inlet of an overflow or venting tube on a valve body when the vent cover is installed on a valve body and wherein the valve cover wall is configured to at least partially divert flow of fluid from entering an inlet of an overflow tube or a venting tube on a valve body when the vent cover is installed on a valve body.

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

Pit assembly with removable cartridge

Номер: US20180023273A1
Принадлежит: Mueller International LLC

A pit assembly can include a pit liner defining an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface defining an interior of the pit liner, the inner surface and the outer surface further defining a pit opening proximate to an upper portion of the pit liner; a pit connector positioned in the interior of the pit liner; a removable cartridge positionable within the interior of the pit liner, the removable cartridge comprising a chassis, a cartridge connector mounted to the chassis and configured to operatively couple in fluid communication to the pit connector, and a piping system in fluid communication with the cartridge connector and mounted to the chassis; and a locking mechanism selectively movable about and between a locked position and an unlocked position.

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25-01-2018 дата публикации

Hygienic Toilet With Washing And Drying Means

Номер: US20180023276A1
Автор: Puskas Gabor
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a hygienic toilet comprising a source of hot and cold water; a thermostatic valve in fluid communication with the source of hot and cold water and having a single output to deliver water at a predetermined temperature; a manifold having an input for receiving the water output from the thermostatic valve, the manifold comprising a first water outlet controlled by a proportional control valve and a second water outlet; a washing nozzle in fluid communication with the first water outlet, and having a proportional control valve associated therewith to control the flow of water output from the washing nozzle; and a cleaning nozzle in fluid communication with the second water outlet for providing a water curtain within an interior of the toilet; wherein the water curtain flows over the washing nozzle. 1. A hygienic toilet comprising:a source of hot and cold water;a thermostatic valve in fluid communication with the source of hot and cold water and having a single output to deliver water at a predetermined temperature;a manifold having an input for receiving the water output from the thermostatic valve, the manifold comprising a first water outlet controlled by a proportional control valve and a second water outlet;a washing nozzle in fluid communication with the first water outlet, and having a proportional control valve associated therewith to control the flow of water output from the washing nozzle; anda cleaning nozzle in fluid communication with the second water outlet for providing a water curtain within an interior of the toilet; wherein the water curtain flows over the washing nozzle.2. A hygienic toilet as defined in claim 1 , further comprising drying means for drying water on a user.3. A hygienic toilet as defined in claim 2 , wherein the drying means comprises a means for generating and blowing heated air through a tube to an inlet provided at a rear portion of the toilet claim 2 , the inlet being in fluid communication with a ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

TOILET FLAPPER REPLACEMENT KIT AND ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20220042293A1
Принадлежит: LAVELLE INDUSTRIES, INC.

A flapper kit comprises a flapper body, a pair of mounting legs disposed rearwardly of the flapper body and a unitary mounting bar, the mounting bar used in combination with a flush valve overfill portion, the collective elements forming an assembly. 1. A toilet flapper kit for rotatably attaching a toilet flapper to a flush valve structure , the structure having a plurality of rear-mounted C-shaped receiving channels disposed within the rear surface of the overflow tube of the flush valve structure , the kit comprising:a toilet flapper comprising a flapper body having a generally circular forward portion and a pair of leg clip mounting structures disposed rearwardly of the generally circular forward portion, the leg clip mounting structures further comprising a rearward flat and a generally frustroconical retainer; a pair of leg clips each comprising a mounting leg comprising a forward facing flat having an aperture, the aperture being sized sufficiently to accommodate the frustroconical retainer to secure the leg clip mounting structures of the flapper and a clip portion, the clip portion comprising a first clip member and a second clip member, the first and second leg clips being attachable to the leg clip mounting structures and wherein the leg clips are rotatable about the frustroconical retainer from a first position in which the clip portions are closer to one another to a second position wherein the clip portions are farther apart; the pair of leg clips each further comprising a rearwardly-extending clip portion having a clip portion opening; anda bar structure comprising two axially-aligned and cylindrical clamping structures that are received at each end of a first C-shaped receiving channel defined in a rearward facing portion of an overflow tube of a flush valve and further comprising a cylindrical bar structure that is received by a second C-shaped receiving channel of the overflow tube of the flush valve structure; each of the cylindrical clamping ...

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24-04-2014 дата публикации

FLUSH TOILET DEVICE

Номер: US20140109307A1
Принадлежит: TOTO LTD.

There is provided a flush toilet device capable of being configured in a compact size and supplying a sufficient flow amount of water to a toilet to reliably flush and discharge waste. According to the flush toilet device WT, a straight pipe portion of a throat which is arranged inside a tank is arranged in a state where a center axis thereof inclines with respect to a front-back direction of the tank when viewed from an upper side. 1. A flush toilet device which receives waste egested by a user and discharges the waste with water , comprising:a toilet which includes a bowl portion for receiving the waste and a water guide path formed therein to guide the water to the bowl portion; anda flush water supply device which supplies the water to the water guide path, a tank which reserves the water therein and includes a supply port formed to supply the water to the water guide path,', 'a jet nozzle which is arranged on a lower side in the tank and jets the water,', 'a jet water supply pipe arrangement which supplies the water to the jet nozzle, and', 'a throat which is a pipe arranged inside the tank and connected to the supply port on one end side,, 'wherein the flush water supply device includes'} an inlet port portion which causes water jetted by the jet nozzle and water inside the tank to be drawn by the jetted water to flow therein,', 'a straight pipe portion which is formed so as to extend on a straight line from the inlet port portion along a jet direction of the jet nozzle,', 'a bending portion which is a part on a further downstream side than the straight pipe portion and is formed so as to bend, and', 'an outlet port portion which is a part connected to the supply port and causes water passing through the straight pipe portion and the bending portion to flow out to the supply port, and, 'wherein the throat includes'}wherein the straight pipe portion is arranged in a state where a center axis thereof inclines with respect to a front-back direction of the tank ...

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28-01-2021 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC FLUSHING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20210025152A1
Принадлежит:

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

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28-01-2021 дата публикации

DETECTION RANGE SPECIFICATION MEMBER FOR HUMAN BODY DETECTION SENSOR AND TOILET

Номер: US20210026035A1
Принадлежит: LIXIL CORPORATION

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

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04-02-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING CROSS-TALK BETWEEN CAPACITIVE SENSORS

Номер: US20160029854A1
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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 ...

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04-02-2016 дата публикации

Water Closet and Septic System

Номер: US20160031734A1
Автор: Jordan Geoff
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A water closet for disposing of human waste includes a septic system, a toilet, a floor, and an enclosure. The septic system includes a primary chamber, a secondary chamber spaced a distance laterally from the primary chamber, a fluid communication member extending between the primary chamber and the secondary chamber, and an outlet member extending away from the secondary chamber. The septic system further includes an anaerobic bacterial treatment that processes excretory material disposed in the primary chamber into effluent which is transferred out of the primary chamber via the fluid communication member and into the secondary chamber before it is transferred out of the secondary chamber via an outlet member that extends towards either a leach field or a third chamber. 1. A water closet , comprising: a primary chamber having a top, a bottom wall, an at least one side wall connected to and extending between the top and the bottom wall to at least partially surround a first cavity, and a first axis extending between the top and the bottom wall, the top defining a first opening and the at least one side wall defining a second opening positioned between the top and the bottom wall, the primary chamber constructed of at least one fluid-impermeable material;', 'a secondary chamber, spaced a distance laterally from the primary chamber, the secondary chamber having a top, a bottom wall, and at least one side wall connected to and extending between the top and the bottom wall to at least partially surround a second cavity, and a second axis extending between the top and the bottom wall, the top defining a first opening and the at least one side wall defining a second opening and a third opening, the second opening and the third opening positioned between the top and the bottom wall, with the third opening spaced a distance vertically from the second opening, the first and second axes being substantially parallel, the secondary chamber constructed of at least one fluid- ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

MULTI-STAGE TOILET FLUSH VALVE

Номер: US20170030062A1
Автор: Conrad Paul
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A multi-stage toilet flush valve includes an inner valve and an outer valve that circumstribes the inner valve. The inner and outer valve control the flow of flushwater through associated inner and outer outlets. Thus, when the flush valve is actuated, the inner and outer valves are actuated at separate times, while the inner valve delivers flushwater to a rim of the toilet, while the outer valve delivers flushwater to a jet feed outlet in the toilet. As such the multi-stage toilet valve provides two independent inner and outer flushwater delivery outlets that are controlled by associated inner and outer valves that are capable of being actuated at separate times to control the ratio of flushwater delivered to a toilet rim and to a toilet jet feed outlet to enhance the effectiveness in which the toilet bowl is cleaned. 1. A flush valve to be mounted in a tank of a toilet , the flush valve comprising:a body including a first vessel and a second vessel, wherein said first and second vessels are separated by an inner wall having at least one control port disposed therein to allow said first and second vessels to be in fluid communication with each other;a first valve provided in said first vessel to control the flow of fluid therein through a first valve outlet; anda second valve provided in said second vessel to control the flow of fluid therein through a second valve outlet;wherein the release of a predetermined amount of fluid from said first vessel through said first valve outlet upon the activation of said first valve, activates said second valve to release fluid from said second vessel through said second valve outlet.2. The toilet flush valve of claim 1 , wherein said first vessel is disposed within said second vessel.3. The toilet flush valve of claim 2 , wherein said first vessel and said second vessel are concentric with each other.4. The toilet flush valve of claim 1 , wherein said first valve is disposed within said second valve.5. The toilet flush valve of ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

Self Cleaning Toilet Assembly and System

Номер: US20170030065A1
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Toilet assemblies having various embodiments of a cleaning system are described herein which include a toilet assembly and a cleaning system. The toilet assembly has a toilet bowl, a toilet tank, a flush valve, a rim inlet port and a rim flow path (which may be an isolated rim path) extending from an outlet of the flush valve to the rim inlet port. The cleaning system has a reservoir for holding a liquid cleaning agent having an outlet port in fluid communication with the interior space of the reservoir body; a housing to receive the reservoir; a supply conduit in fluid communication with the interior of the reservoir; a flow control device capable of controlling flow through the supply conduit; and a control system activatable by an actuator feature, wherein upon activation of the actuator feature, the control system is adapted to initiate a clean cycle by: operating the flow control device for a first period of time sufficient to deliver a dose of a liquid cleaning agent from the supply conduit to an interior space of the flush valve in a closed position, the flush valve configured for delivery of fluid to the rim inlet port, and operating the flush valve to open the flush valve to introduce flush water to carry the dose of a liquid cleaning agent through the rim inlet port into the toilet bowl. 1. A toilet assembly with a cleaning system , comprising: a toilet bowl defining an interior space,', 'a toilet tank defining a tank interior,', 'a flush valve,', 'a rim inlet port and', 'an isolated rim flow path extending from an outlet of the flush valve to the rim inlet port, wherein the flush valve is configured to deliver fluid to the rim inlet port of the toilet bowl; and, '(a) a toilet assembly comprising'} a reservoir for holding a liquid cleaning agent having a body defining an interior space and having an outlet port in fluid communication with the interior space of the reservoir body;', 'a housing configured to receive the reservoir;', 'a supply conduit in ...

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04-02-2016 дата публикации

DISCHARGE VALVE APPARATUS, FLUSH WATER TANK APPARATUS, AND FLUSH TOILET

Номер: US20160032575A1
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A discharge valve apparatus attached to a reservoir tank in a reservoir tank apparatus for storing flush water. The discharge valve apparatus includes a valve body, attached to the top of a discharge opening provided in the bottom surface of a reservoir tank, for opening and closing the discharge opening by up and down movement thereof, a float, attached to the valve body, which drops in tandem with the drop in water level inside the flush water tank; and a variable drop start timing mechanism to make a drop start timing of the valve body variable. 1. A discharge valve apparatus attached to a reservoir tank in a reservoir tank apparatus for storing flush water , comprising:a valve body, attached to the top of a discharge opening provided in the bottom surface of a reservoir tank, for opening and closing the discharge opening by up and down movement thereof;a float, attached to the valve body, which drops in tandem with the drop in water level inside the flush water tank; anda variable drop start timing mechanism to make a drop start timing of the valve body variable.2. The discharge valve apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the variable drop start timing mechanism is a buoyancy adjustment mechanism disposed on the float.3. The discharge valve apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the variable drop start timing mechanism comprises a reservoir portion for storing flush water claim 2 , and an adjustment portion for adjusting the volume of the flush water stored in the reservoir portion.4. The discharge valve apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the reservoir portion of the variable drop start timing mechanism has a side wall erected on the outer perimeter side thereof claim 3 , and the adjustment portion adjusts the flush water volume by changing the height of the reservoir portion side wall.5. The discharge valve apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the reservoir portion side wall in the variable drop start timing mechanism enables storage of flush ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Device for Reducing the Flushing Stream from a Sanitary Flush Box, Drain Valve and Sanitary Flush Box Comprising a Device of this Type

Номер: US20180030709A1
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The invention relates to a device for reducing the flushing stream from a sanitary flush box, in particular a toilet flush box, which contains a drain valve, a drain connection, and a valve seat formed on the drain connection, freeing an outlet opening delimited by the drain connection, said device comprising a throttle, which defines at least one free flow cross section. To provide a device, by means of which the flushing stream from a sanitary flush box can be adjusted, the invention proposes that the throttle, viewed in the flushing stream flow direction, is arranged behind the valve seat on or in the drain connection of the drain valve or in a connection piece receiving the drain connection, the throttle comprising at least two throttle elements, one of which can be rotated relative to the other, the size of the free flow cross section can be changed. 1. A device for reducing the flushing stream from a sanitary flush box , in particular a toilet flush box , comprising:a drain valve, comprised of a valve mounting, a valve member that has a sealing surface or seal, which is movably mounted in the valve mounting;a drain connection, and a valve seat formed on the drain connection, the sealing surface or seal resting on the valve seat in the closed state of the drain valve and, in the open state of the drain valve, freeing an outlet opening delimited by the drain connection;a throttle, which defines at least one free flow cross section, wherein the throttle, viewed in the flushing stream flow direction, is arranged behind the valve seat on or in the drain connection of the drain valve or in a connection piece receiving the drain connection;the throttle comprising at least two throttle elements, one of which can be rotated relative to another of the throttle elements such that the rotatable throttle element rotates relative to the other throttle element to allow the size of the at least one free flow cross section to be changed.2. The device according to claim 1 , ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

Water Jet Waste Fragmenting Apparatus

Номер: US20180030710A1
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A waste fragmenting toilet apparatus with pressurized water jets is disclosed. The apparatus includes a toilet bowl, a toilet trap, a water supply, and a plurality of oscillating water jet nozzles. The oscillating water jet nozzles are located within line of sight of recurrent waste blockage zones, interior to the toilet trap and/or toilet bowl. When actuated, the oscillating water jet nozzles inject pressurized water into a trap area breaking up waste material as it passes through. The oscillating water jet nozzles may be used to preemptively prevent blockages and to remove existing blockages. 1. A waste fragmenting toilet apparatus comprising:a toilet bowl comprising a bottom;a toilet trap which is coupled to the bottom of the toilet bowl, wherein the toilet trap comprises a plurality of oscillating water jet nozzles positioned along the toilet trap, wherein each of the plurality of oscillating water jet nozzles comprises a compliant member, wherein the compliant member vibrates at a defined frequency, and wherein the defined frequency determines a range of motion of the oscillating water jet nozzle; anda water supply comprising one or more controllable water valves that control water flow to the plurality of oscillating water jet nozzles, wherein the plurality of oscillating water jet nozzles inject pressurized water into the toilet trap, wherein a pressure of the pressurized water defines the frequency at which the compliant member vibrates.2. The waste fragmenting toilet apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the toilet bowl comprises one or more oscillating water jet nozzles positioned along the toilet bowl claim 1 , wherein the one or more oscillating water jet nozzles inject pressurized water into the toilet bowl.3. The waste fragmenting toilet apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising one or more processors.4. The waste fragmenting toilet apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising capacitive sensors positioned on or in walls of the toilet trap.5. The waste ...

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

PORTABLE DIALYSIS DRAINAGE SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20180030711A1
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A toilet modified for disposal of dialysis waste includes a base, a bowl, a water supply port, and a dialysis drain port. In the dialysis drain port is an air gap device that establishes a gap between ends of first and second drain tubes of a dialysis machine and a fluid level in the air gap. RO water and effluent from the dialysis machine enter the chamber of the air gap and mix, before being passed along a path from the dialysis drain port to the bowl of the toilet, where it can be dispelled in a sanitary manner in compliant with all pertinent codes and regulations. 1. A toilet modified for disposal of dialysis waste , comprising:a base;a bowl;a water supply port;a dialysis drain port;an air gap device disposed in the dialysis drain port for establishing a gap between ends of first and second drain tubes received by an upper portion of the air gap device and fluid level in the air gap device; anda path from the dialysis drain port to the bowl of the toilet.2. The toilet of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the air gap device has first and second stems for receiving the first and second drain tubes.3. The toilet of claim 2 , wherein the air gap device includes a chamber below said stems for collecting dialysis waste as it flows through the air gap device to the bowl through the path claim 2 , the chamber including windows to allow overflow in the chamber to spill out the chamber away from the first and second drain tubes.4. The toilet of claim 3 , wherein the air gap device includes ribs defining backflow channels that direct backflow from said path to the bowl of the toilet out of the air gap device prior to entering the chamber.5. The toilet of claim 4 , wherein the path from the dialysis drain port to the bowl of the toilet induces a vortex in the resulting stream.6. The toilet of claim 2 , wherein the first and second drain pipes are for RO water and effluent from a dialysis machine.7. The toilet of claim 6 , wherein the RO water and effluent from the ...

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05-02-2015 дата публикации

FLUSHABLE URINARY DEVICE FOR DIRECTING URINE INTO A TOILET FROM A STANDING USER

Номер: US20150033460A1
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Flushable urinary device for directing urine into a toilet from a standing user comprises a flushable funnel. The funnel helps prevent urine-splatter on and around the toilet and improves hygiene. The user holds the funnel at his or her urethra and directs urine into the toilet. Then, the user drops the used funnel into the toilet and flushes the toilet. The funnel, made of flushable and bio-degradable material, disintegrates in the sewer system. The material is configured to retain its substantial strength and shape temporarily when wetted. The funnel has tail or lip adjacent one of its ends to help hold the funnel. The funnel may be of different suitable shapes, sizes and materials. An apparatus, placed on water tank of a toilet, contains a supply of the funnels for users. The apparatus also stores extra flushable funnels and toilet paper rolls. 1. A flushable urinary device for directing urine into a toilet from a standing user , the toilet having an aperture for receiving human waste , comprising:a flushable funnel having an inlet end adapted to register with outlet of urethra of the user, an outlet end adapted to direct urine into the aperture, and a plurality of walls forming a passage between said inlet end and said outlet end; wherein urine is directed from the standing user into said inlet end, flows through said passage and exits said funnel through said outlet end and flows into the aperture; wherein said funnel is made of flushable and bio-degradable material configured to retain its substantial strength and shape temporarily when wetted.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein said funnel includes at least one bendable tail portion extending outwardly adjacent a portion of one of the ends; wherein said bendable tail portion forms a handle for being grasped by a user.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein said funnel having transitory surface water repellency to at least one surface of said funnel without impairing the ability of said funnel to be disposed of by ...

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