A drip tray that collects, directs, and dries water dripping from the soles of shoes, thanks to a hidden fan unit.

Abstract

The invention relates to a drip tray that collects water flowing from the sole of a shoe and simultaneously dries the sole of the shoe by airflow. The invention consists of a tray body (1), a raised circumferential edge (2), a removable shoe carrier platform (3), drainage channels (4), an inclined base (5), a removable water reservoir (6), a drainage opening (7), non-slip feet (8), a concealed fan unit (11), and air ducts (12). Water from the sole of the shoe passes through the platform and is collected in the water reservoir (6) via the drainage channels and the inclined base, while the fan unit (11), concealed under the platform, directs the airflow to the sole of the shoe via air ducts (12). The fan section is a protected structure separated from the water collection area. Thus, controlled water collection and faster drying of the shoe are achieved within the same product.

Description

1 DESCRIPTION: Invention Title: A hidden fan collects and directs water dripping from the sole of the shoe. DROPPER TRAY WITH DRYING UNIT 1. TECHNICAL FIELD The invention concerns shoes that can be worn in rainy weather or when the shoes are wet. collecting the water released from the sole to the ground and at the same time allowing the sole of the shoe to breathe. a floor-mounted shoe drip tray and drying apparatus for drying with airflow It is related. 2. STATE OF KNOWLEDGE OF THE TECHNIQUE AND THE PROBLEM When wet shoes are worn indoors, the water on the sole drips onto the floor, causing slips. This can lead to soiling and the need for constant cleaning. Although mats absorb some of the water... it collects water in a controlled reservoir and actively dries the shoe sole. They may not be presented together in the same structure. Therefore, water collection must be done safely. The aim is to remove and dry the impurities within the same product. 3. THE PURPOSE OF THE INVENTION  Collecting the water dripping from the soles of shoes before it spreads onto the ground.  To direct the collected water through drainage channels into a removable reservoir.  To reduce drying time by providing controlled airflow to the shoe sole.  Conceal the fan unit under the grille / platform and protect it from the water area.  Distributing the fan airflow to the base via air ducts.  To ensure the container is easily removable and the product is easy to clean.  To reduce the risk of flooding and to isolate electrical components from water contact. 4. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The invention consists of a tray body (1), a raised circumferential edge (2), and a removable shoe carrier. platform / grill (3), drainage channels (4), sloping base (5), removable water tank (6), drainage opening (7), non-slip feet (8), shoe (9), reservoir holder (10), concealed fan unit (11) and consists of air channels (12). When the shoe is placed on the removable platform (3), the water platform located in the sole It passes down through the drainage openings on it. The water flows down the sloping base along the drainage channels (4). (5) is directed and transferred to the removable water reservoir (6) via the drain opening (7). The concealed fan unit (11) located under the platform (3) is preferably separate from the water collection area and It is located in a protected compartment. The air created by the fan is passed through air ducts (12). The air is directed to the lower section of the platform and through the platform openings to the sole of the shoe. Thus Water collection and activated air drying can be performed simultaneously during the same application. 35 2 The physical separation of the fan compartment from the water tank and drain channel is electrical. It reduces the risk of components coming into contact with water. Air intake openings and air outlet ducts allow the fan to... It can be arranged inside the body in a way that supports working efficiency. The fan unit can be operated with a low-voltage power supply. The fan can be operated manually. It can be controlled by a switch, timer, or similar control element. If desired, the fan can be controlled at specific times. It can be configured to automatically shut off after a certain period of time. The water tank (6) can be removed from the body with a drawer-like structure. The tank has a handle. section (10) can be found. A transparent area or level of the reservoir that can be seen from the outside. The occupancy level can be monitored by the user thanks to the indicator. For overflow protection, a secondary overflow channel, overflow compartment, or A similar structure can be envisioned. This structure would allow water to flow if the capacity of the main reservoir is exceeded. It can be positioned in a way that prevents it from reaching the electric fan area. 5. ALTERNATIVE APPLICATIONS  The fan unit can be a single fan or multiple small fans.  Fan airflow directly upwards or through multiple outlets via diffuser ducts It can be given.  The platform can consist of a single grid or modular grid sections.  The container can be removed from the front, side, or rear.  The product can be manufactured in different sizes for one pair or multiple pairs of shoes.  Fan control can be done via manual switch, timer, or sensor-based control. 6. EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES 1. Figure 1: Perspective view of the invention. Figure 2: Top view with platform removed; drainage channels and sloping base. Figure 3: Cross-sectional view; shoe, water flow, drainage channel, fan, and airflow. Figure 4: Separated / exploded view of the parts. Figure 5: Removing the removable water tank from the body. Figure 6: Usage appearance and airflow of the shoes on the product. Figure 7: Bottom view; fan area and non-slip feet. Figure 8: Cross-sectional view of concealed fan and air ducts. 35 3 7. REFERENCE SIGNS No Part 1 Tray body 2. Raised perimeter edge 3 Removable shoe carrier platforms / grids 4 Drainage channels Sloping base 6 Removable water tanks 7 Drainage openings 8 Non-slip feet 9 Shoes Reservoir holding section 11 Concealed fan unit 12 Air ducts / air distribution ducts

Claims

4 REQUEST:

1. A drip tray for collecting water dripping from the soles of shoes and for drying the shoes. The tray has the following features: tray body (1), raised circumferential edge (2), on the shoe The removable shoe carrier platform (3) on which it is placed and allows water to pass to the lower section, a small drainage channel (4), a sloping base (5) directing water to the drainage opening (7), from the drainage opening (7) inside the tray body (1) under the removable water tank (6) and platform (3) that collects the incoming water. with at least one concealed fan unit (11) positioned to direct the airflow to the sole of the shoe. It contains at least one air duct (12) that directs the airflow.

2. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the characteristic of being separate from the water collection area of ​​the fan unit (11), It is located in a protected fan compartment.

3. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the feature that the air flow created by the fan unit (11) is on the platform. (3) It reaches the sole of the shoe by passing through the openings on it.

4. According to claim 1, the drip tray has the feature of having multiple air outlet openings in the air channel (12). It includes.

5. According to claim 1, the drip tray has the characteristic of being physically separated from the fan unit (11) and the water tank (6). It is the positioning of sections separated as such.

6. According to claim 1, the drip tray has the characteristic of being powered by low voltage electrical energy from the fan unit (11). It is the operation.

7. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the feature of being a fan unit with a manual on / off switch. It is to be checked.

8. According to claim 1, the drip tray's feature is that it allows the fan unit to operate for a specific period of time. It includes a timer control element.

9. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the feature of being a transparent tray that shows the water reservoir (6) fill level. It includes a zone or level indicator.

10. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the feature of limiting overflow at the upper level of the water reservoir (6). The presence of a secondary overflow channel or overflow compartment.

11. According to claim 1, the feature of the drip tray is that the removable platform (3) is for easy cleaning. The tray body (1) is detachable.

12. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the following feature; the product is placed on the ground under the tray body (1). It has non-slip feet (8) which reduce slipping.

13. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the characteristic of being a drainage channel (4) from more than one auxiliary channel. and consists of at least one main channel connecting these.

14. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the feature that the water reservoir (6) moves out of the body by drawer-like movement. It is removable and includes a holding section (10).

15. According to Claim 1, the drip tray has the feature of being; the fan unit (11) and the air ducts (12), water It is designed to create an airflow path separated from the drainage flow. 35

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