Sliding stand column system

Abstract

A sliding post system is provided herein that may include at least one moving post rod attached to a showerhead at a first end, at least one fixed water inlet channel connected to a fluid line, and a balance spring mechanism that may include a balance spring attached to the at least one moving post rod at a free end. The fluid line may provide water to the sliding post system and thereby to the showerhead for use. One part of the movable stand column rod can be contained in the fixed water inlet channel, or one part of the fixed water inlet channel can be contained in the movable stand column rod. This accommodation may divert fluid flowing in the fixed water inlet channel and flow into the mobile post rod.

Description

[0001] Cross-reference to related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 679,493, entitled “Sliding Rier,” filed August 5, 2024, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to a sliding post system, and more particularly to an adjustable post in a shower system. Background Technology

[0004] Adjustable pedestal supports are useful in a variety of environments, including shower systems. These pedestal supports can be used to adjust the height of the shower head or switch between an overhead shower head and a handheld shower head, which can be particularly useful for households that include people and / or animals with different heights and mobility levels. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application discloses a sliding column system, comprising: at least one fixed water inlet channel connected to a fluid line for supplying fluid to the sliding column system; at least one movable column rod attached at a first end to a shower head for supplying fluid to a user, wherein the at least one movable column rod is adjustable to adjust the height of the shower head; and a balance spring mechanism including a balance spring attached at a free end to the at least one movable column rod, wherein the balance spring provides a substantially constant force to the at least one movable column rod; wherein, either: a portion of the at least one movable column rod is accommodated within the at least one fixed water inlet channel; or a portion of the at least one fixed water inlet channel is accommodated within the at least one movable column rod.

[0006] This application also discloses another sliding pillar system, comprising: at least one fixed inlet channel connected to a fluid line for supplying fluid to the sliding pillar system; at least one movable pillar rod attached at a first end to a shower head for supplying fluid to a user, wherein the at least one movable pillar rod is adjustable to adjust the height of the shower head, and wherein, when the at least one movable pillar rod is adjusted, the at least one fixed inlet channel remains substantially fixed; and a balance spring mechanism comprising a balance spring attached at a free end to the at least one movable pillar rod, wherein the balance spring provides a substantially constant force to the at least one movable pillar rod.

[0007] This application also discloses another sliding column system, comprising: a first fixed water inlet channel connected to a first fluid line for providing a first fluid to the sliding column system; a second fixed water inlet channel connected to a second fluid line for providing a second fluid to the sliding column system; a first movable column rod attached to a shower head at a first end for providing the first fluid to a user; and a second movable column rod attached to a handheld shower head at a second end for providing the second fluid to a user; wherein, either: a portion of the first movable column rod is accommodated within the first fixed water inlet channel, and a portion of the second movable column rod is accommodated within the second fixed water inlet channel; or a portion of the first fixed water inlet channel is accommodated within the first movable column rod, and a portion of the second fixed water inlet channel is accommodated within the second movable column rod. Attached Figure Description

[0008] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0009] Figure 2 This is a first cross-sectional view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0010] Figure 3 This is a second cross-sectional view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0011] Figure 4 This is a third cross-sectional view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0012] Figure 5 This is a front view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0013] Figure 6 This is a first cross-sectional view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0014] Figure 7 This is a second cross-sectional view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0015] Figure 8 This is a third cross-sectional view of an exemplary sliding column shower system.

[0016] While various modifications and alternatives are readily available within this disclosure, specific embodiments thereof are illustrated by way of example in the accompanying drawings and will be described in detail herein. However, it should be understood that the drawings and detailed description presented herein are not intended to limit the disclosure to the specific embodiments disclosed, but rather are intended to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives within the spirit and scope of the disclosure as defined by the appended claims. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which the same reference numerals refer to the same parts throughout. To clearly illustrate the features of the invention, the proportions of the elements in the drawings are not necessarily maintained.

[0018] First turn Figure 1 The sliding column system 1 may include a shower head 5 and / or a handheld shower head 10 connected to the sliding column 15 (the shower head 5 and handheld shower head 10 can be any desired or suitable shower head). The sliding column 15 can be used to adjust the shower head 5 to different heights, which can accommodate users of different heights. Furthermore, the shower head 5 can be adjusted using the sliding column 15 even when fluid (e.g., water) is flowing through the sliding column system 1 and exiting from the shower head 5. The sliding column system 1 can be height-adjustable over a wide range and can be substantially pressure-balanced, allowing the height of the sliding column system 1 to be adjusted and maintaining the desired pressure while being adjusted. The sliding column system 1 can be adjusted even when water is flowing through the shower head 5 and the shower head 5 is being used. Furthermore, the sliding column system 1 may incorporate a substantially constant force balancing mechanism, which allows easy adjustment of the sliding column system 1 in both directions. The substantially balanced pressure design helps prevent the sliding column 15 from self-adjusting.

[0019] Turn now Figure 2 The sliding column system 1 may include a first movable column 20 and a second movable column 25, each movable column accommodating a fixed water inlet 30, 35 respectively. The first movable column 20 and the second movable column 25 may be attached or connected in any suitable manner such that movement of one movable column causes movement of the other. Water may flow into the sliding column system 1 via any suitable means. As shown, the sliding column system 1 may include two input line connections 40, which may be connected to any suitable water input. Although two are shown, any number of input line connections 40 may be present, and they may be positioned or designed in any suitable manner. Water may flow into the sliding column system 1 via the input line connections 40 and may flow into and through the fixed water inlets 30, 35 respectively positioned within the movable column 20, 25. The fixed water inlets 30, 35 may be fixed in one position such that even when the movable column 20, 25 is adjusted, the fixed water inlets 30, 35 may not be adjusted. Therefore, the movable columns 20 and 25 can be formed independently of the fixed water inlets 30 and 35 to help ensure that the movable columns 20 and 25 can be adjusted without adjusting the fixed water inlets 30 and 35.

[0020] The first movable support post 20 can be attached to the shower head at the first end 45. Figure 2 Not shown in the image, but for example similar to Figure 1 The shower head 5) allows water to flow from the first fixed inlet 30 and through the shower head into the first movable pillar 20 when the water is turned on. The second end 50 of the first movable pillar 20 may include or be connected to a handle 55, which the user can use to adjust the height of the shower head. The second end 50 of the first movable pillar 20 can be closed to prevent water from flowing out of the second end 50 or the handle 55. Water can flow out of the first movable pillar 20 in the direction indicated by arrow 60. The second movable pillar 25 can be closed at its first end 65 to prevent water from flowing out of the second fixed inlet 35 or the second movable pillar 25 through the first end 65. The second movable pillar 25 can be attached to a hose at its second end 70, which can be connected to a handheld shower head (…). Figure 2 Not shown in the image, but for example similar to Figure 1 (Shower head 5). Water can flow from the second fixed water inlet 35 into the second movable column rod 25 in the direction shown by arrow 75.

[0021] The first movable column 20 and the second movable column 25 can be submerged at both ends, so that when the water is turned on, the water fills or substantially fills the first movable column 20 and the second movable column 25. Even when the sliding column system 1 is adjusted, the water volume within the first movable column 20 and the second movable column 25 can remain substantially constant. Since the volume is fixed even when the sliding column system 1 is adjusted, the sliding column system 1 can be substantially pressure balanced, which helps to prevent the sliding column system 1 from moving due to water pressure.

[0022] The sliding column system 1 may include a balance spring mechanism 80, which may be fixed to a surface (including a wall). The balance spring mechanism 80 may be fixed in any suitable manner, and may be fixed in a manner similar to that used for fixing water inlets 30, 35. The balance spring mechanism 80 may include a balance spring 85, which may include a free end 90 connected to at least one of the first movable column 20 and the second movable column 25. As shown, the free end 90 of the balance spring 85 is attached to the first movable column 20; however, it should be understood that the balance spring 85 may also, or alternatively, be attached to the second movable column 25. The balance spring 85 may provide a substantially constant force to the first movable column 20. This substantially constant force may be substantially equal to the mass of the first movable column 20 (including the mass of water within the first movable column 20). The balance spring 85 may help prevent the first movable column 20 (and the second movable column 25) from moving due to gravity. The balance spring 85 may help reduce the amount of force required to adjust the sliding column system 1.

[0023] Users can use handle 55 to adjust the height of the sliding column system 1 to adjust the height of the shower head. For example... Figure 2 As shown, the sliding column system 1 is in the first position. When the handle 55 is pushed or pulled by the user, the sliding column system 1 can move vertically to adjust its height. As an example, the sliding column system 1 can be moved via the handle 55 from... Figure 2 The first position shown was adjusted to, as Figure 3 The second position is shown. The second position can be lower than the first position, and as an example, it may be particularly useful for shorter people using the shower.

[0024] Turn Figure 4 The sliding column system 1 can be attached to the shower head ( Figure 4 Not shown in the image, but for example similar to Figure 1 The shower head 5), and water can flow into the sliding pillar system 1 via one of the inlet pipe connections 40. Water can flow towards the shower head in the direction indicated by arrow 95. As described above, the fixed inlet channels 30, 35 (in Figure 4 The first fixed water inlet 30 shown in the middle can be fixed, so that even when the uprights 20 and 25 are moved (in the middle), the water inlet can be fixed. Figure 4 When the first movable column 20 (shown in the middle) is moved, the fixed water inlets 30 and 35 may remain stationary. The fixed water inlets 30 and 35 may include a seal 100 (which may be a low-friction seal) at each end to help prevent movement or leakage of the fixed water inlets 30 and 35. Even when the movable column 20 and 25 are adjusted, the seal 100 can help prevent changes in the volume of water within the sliding column system 1, which can help maintain a substantially constant pressure within the sliding column system 1, preventing self-adjustment of the sliding column system 1.

[0025] Turn now Figure 5The sliding column system 105 may include a shower head 110 (which may be any desired or suitable shower head) connected to the sliding column 115. The sliding column 115 can be used to adjust the shower head 110 to different heights, which can accommodate users of different heights. Furthermore, the sliding column 115 can be used to adjust the shower head 110 even when fluid (e.g., water) is flowing through the sliding column system 105 and exiting from the shower head 110. The sliding column system 105 can be height-adjustable over a wide range of adjustments and can be substantially pressure-balanced, allowing the height of the sliding column system 105 to be adjusted and maintaining the desired pressure during adjustment. The sliding column system 105 can be adjusted even when water is flowing through the shower head 110 and the shower head 110 is in use. Furthermore, the sliding column system 105 may incorporate a substantially constant force balancing mechanism, which allows easy adjustment of the sliding column system 105 in both directions. The substantially pressure-balanced design helps prevent the sliding column 115 from self-adjusting.

[0026] like Figure 6 As shown, the sliding column system 105 may include a first fixed water inlet 120 and a second fixed water inlet 125, each fixed water inlet capable of accommodating at least a portion of the first movable column 130 and the second movable column 135, respectively. The first movable column 130 and the second movable column 135 may be attached or connected in any suitable manner such that movement of one movable column causes movement of the other movable column. The fixed water inlets 120, 125 may be fixed to a surface (e.g., a wall) such that the fixed water inlets 120, 125 may not adjust accordingly even if the movable column 130, 135 moves. Water may flow into the fixed water inlets 120, 125 via any suitable means, including via an inlet connector (which may be connected to any suitable fluid outlet)

[0027] As previously described, a portion of the movable column rods 130 and 135 can be positioned within corresponding fixed water inlets 120 and 125, allowing the movable column rods 130 and 135 to move vertically within the fixed water inlets 120 and 125. The movable column rods 130 and 135 may each include fluid inlets 140 and 145, whereby water can enter the movable column rods 130 and 135 via the fixed water inlets 120 and 125.

[0028] The first movable support post 130 can be attached to the shower head at the first end 150. Figure 6 Not shown in the image, but for example similar to Figure 1 5 shower heads Figure 5The shower head 110 is a type of shower head, and when the water is turned on, water can flow from the first movable column 130 via the shower head. A second end 155 of the first movable column 130 may include or be connected to a handle 160, which the user can use to adjust the height of the shower head. The second end 155 of the first movable column 130 can be closed so that water cannot flow out from the second end 155 or the handle 160. Water can flow out from the first movable column 130 in the direction indicated by arrow 165. A second movable column 135 may be attached to the shower head at its first end 170. The second movable column 135 may include a coupling mechanism 175 at its second end 180 for attaching a hose that can be connected to a handheld shower head (or similar device). Figure 6 Not shown in the image, but for example similar to Figure 1 5 shower heads Figure 5 (Shower head 110). When connected to a hose, water can flow from the second movable post 135, flow into the hose in the direction shown by arrow 185, and flow into the shower head in the direction shown by arrow 190. When not connected to a hose, the second end 180 can be closed so that water cannot flow out of the second movable post 135 via the second end 180.

[0029] The first movable support rod 130 and the second movable support rod 135 can be submerged at both ends, such that when the water is turned on, water fills or substantially fills the first movable support rod 130 and the second movable support rod 135. Even when the sliding support system 105 is adjusted, the water volume within the first movable support rod 130 and the second movable support rod 135 can remain substantially constant. Since the volume is fixed even when the sliding support system 105 is adjusted, the sliding support system 105 can be substantially pressure balanced, which helps to prevent movement of the sliding support system 105 that is normally caused by water pressure.

[0030] The sliding column system 105 may include a balance spring mechanism. Figure 6 Not shown in the image, but for example similar to Figure 1 5 shower heads Figure 5 The shower head 110 can be fixed to a surface (including a wall). The balance spring mechanism can be operated, fixed to, and provided with reference. Figures 2 to 4 The balance spring mechanism has a similar function to that discussed in 80.

[0031] The handle 160 can adjust the height of the sliding column system 105 to further adjust the height of the shower head. For example... Figure 6As shown, the sliding column system 105 is in the first position. When the handle 160 is pushed or pulled by the user, the sliding column system 105 can move vertically to adjust the height of the sliding column system 105. As an example, the sliding column system 105 can be moved via the handle 160 from... Figure 6 The first position shown is adjusted to, as Figure 7 The second position is shown. The second position can be lower than the first position, and as an example, it may be particularly useful for shorter people using the shower.

[0032] Turn Figure 8 The sliding column system 105 can be attached to the shower head. Figure 8 Not shown in the image, but for example similar to Figure 1 5 shower heads Figure 5 The shower head 110), and water can be supplied via fixed inlet channels 120, 125 (in the ...). Figure 8 Water flows into the sliding column system 105 through inlet 195 on the first fixed water inlet channel 120. Water can then flow into the movable column rods 130 and 135 (as shown in the diagram) via fluid inlet 140. Figure 8 The first movable column 130 is shown in the middle. Water can flow in the movable column 130 in the direction indicated by arrow 200. The fixed water inlets 120, 125 can be fixed so that they do not move even when the movable column 130, 135 is moved. The fixed water inlets 120, 125 may include a seal 205 (which may be a low-friction seal) at each end and a pressure cap nut 210 at one end to help prevent movement or leakage of the fixed water inlets 120, 125. Even when the movable column 130, 135 is adjusted, the seal 205 can help prevent changes in the volume of water within the sliding column system 105, which can help maintain a substantially constant pressure within the sliding column system 105, preventing self-adjustment of the sliding column system 105.

[0033] As will be apparent from the foregoing description, certain aspects of the invention are not limited to the specific details of the examples shown herein, and thus it is conceivable that those skilled in the art will conceive of other modifications, applications, variations, or equivalents thereof. However, many such changes, modifications, variations, and other uses and applications of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and drawings. Furthermore, unless otherwise stated above, it should be noted that all drawings are not to scale. All such changes, modifications, variations, and other uses and applications that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the invention are considered to be covered by the invention, which is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A sliding column system, comprising: At least one fixed water inlet channel, the at least one fixed water inlet channel being connected to a fluid pipeline for supplying fluid to the sliding column system; At least one movable support rod is attached to a shower head at a first end for supplying fluid to a user, wherein the at least one movable support rod is adjustable to adjust the height of the shower head; as well as A balance spring mechanism, comprising a balance spring attached at its free end to the at least one movable column, wherein the balance spring provides a substantially constant force to the at least one movable column. Among them, or: A portion of the at least one movable column is housed within the at least one fixed water inlet; or A portion of the at least one fixed water inlet is housed within the at least one movable column.

2. The sliding column system of claim 1, wherein the substantially constant force is substantially equal to the mass of the components within the at least one movable column plus the mass of fluid flowing into the at least one movable column via the at least one fixed inlet.

3. The sliding column system according to claim 1, wherein, When the at least one movable column is adjusted, the at least one fixed water inlet remains substantially fixed.

4. The sliding column system according to claim 1, wherein, When the at least one movable support rod is adjusted, the pressure of the fluid supplied via the shower head remains substantially constant.

5. The sliding column system according to claim 1, wherein the at least one movable column is a first movable column, and wherein the sliding column system further includes a second movable column.

6. The sliding column system according to claim 5, wherein adjustment of the first movable column causes adjustment of the second movable column, and wherein adjustment of the second movable column causes adjustment of the first movable column.

7. The sliding column system according to claim 1, wherein the second end of the at least one movable column rod includes a handle for adjusting the height of the shower head.

8. The sliding column system according to claim 1, wherein, When the at least one movable column is adjusted, the volume of fluid within the at least one movable column remains substantially constant.

9. A sliding column system, comprising: At least one fixed water inlet channel, the at least one fixed water inlet channel being connected to a fluid pipeline for supplying fluid to the sliding column system; At least one movable support post, attached at a first end to a shower head for supplying fluid to a user, wherein the at least one movable support post is adjustable to adjust the height of the shower head, and wherein, when the at least one movable support post is adjusted, the at least one fixed water inlet remains substantially fixed; and A balancing spring mechanism comprising a balancing spring attached at its free end to the at least one movable column, wherein the balancing spring provides a substantially constant force to the at least one movable column.

10. The sliding column system of claim 9, wherein a portion of the at least one movable column is housed within the at least one fixed inlet channel.

11. The sliding column system of claim 9, wherein a portion of the at least one fixed water inlet is housed within the at least one movable column.

12. The sliding column system of claim 9, wherein the substantially constant force is substantially equal to the mass of the component within the at least one movable column plus the mass of fluid flowing into the at least one movable column via the at least one fixed inlet.

13. The sliding column system according to claim 9, wherein, When the at least one movable support rod is adjusted, the pressure of the fluid supplied via the shower head remains substantially constant.

14. The sliding column system of claim 9, wherein the second end of the at least one movable column rod includes a handle for adjusting the height of the shower head.

15. The sliding column system according to claim 9, wherein, When the at least one movable support rod is in the first position, the shower head is positioned at a first height, and wherein when the at least one movable support rod is in the second position, the shower head is positioned at a second height.

16. The sliding column system according to claim 15, wherein the first height is greater than the second height.

17. A sliding column system, comprising: A first fixed water inlet channel is connected to a first fluid pipeline for supplying first fluid to the sliding column system; The second fixed water inlet channel is connected to the second fluid pipeline for supplying the second fluid to the sliding column system; A first movable support rod is attached to a shower head at a first end for providing the first fluid to the user; as well as The second movable column rod is attached to a handheld shower head at a second end for providing the second fluid to the user; Among them, or: A portion of the first movable column is housed within the first fixed water inlet channel, and a portion of the second movable column is housed within the second fixed water inlet channel; or A portion of the first fixed water inlet is housed within the first movable column, and a portion of the second fixed water inlet is housed within the second movable column.

18. The sliding column system of claim 17, further comprising at least one balancing spring mechanism, the at least one balancing spring mechanism comprising a balancing spring attached at its free end to at least one of the first movable column and the second movable column, wherein the balancing spring provides a substantially constant force to at least one of the first movable column and the second movable column.

19. The sliding column system of claim 17, wherein adjustment of the first movable column causes adjustment of the second movable column, and wherein adjustment of the second movable column causes adjustment of the first movable column.

20. The sliding column system according to claim 17, wherein, When the first movable column is adjusted, the first fixed water inlet remains substantially fixed, and wherein, when the second movable column is adjusted, the second fixed water inlet remains substantially fixed.

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