Toilet device

Abstract

The present invention addresses the problem of being able to deodorize with a smaller and highly safe configuration. A toilet device according to an embodiment of the present invention is mounted on a toilet main body having a toilet bowl, and is provided with: a local drying mechanism for drying a local part of a human body; and a spraying mechanism which is formed separately from the local drying mechanism and sprays water mist to the surface of the toilet bowl. The local drying mechanism is driven in conjunction with the spray of the water mist from the spray mechanism, and performs deodorization control for dissolving the odor in the toilet or the toilet bowl in the water in the toilet bowl.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Embodiments of this disclosure relate to a toilet device. Background Technology

[0002] A toilet seat device is known in the past that has an atomizing device and a water mist delivery mechanism, and blows water mist from an outlet inside the toilet bowl (see Patent Document 1).

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent No. 4333339. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0007] In the existing structures described above, the need for dedicated deodorization piping leads to a larger toilet unit. Furthermore, while existing literature 1 discloses sharing a fan for blowing out water mist with a drying fan or a heating fan, this potentially reduces safety because the water mist generator and heater are housed within the same piping. Therefore, there is a need for a toilet unit that can deodorize in a smaller and safer structure.

[0008] One embodiment is proposed in view of the above circumstances, with the aim of providing a toilet device capable of deodorization in a smaller and safer structure.

[0009] means for solving problems

[0010] One embodiment of the toilet device is a toilet body mounted on a toilet bowl, and includes: a local drying mechanism for drying a part of the human body; and a spraying mechanism separately formed from the local drying mechanism, which sprays water mist onto the surface of the toilet bowl. The local drying mechanism is driven in conjunction with the spray of water mist from the spraying mechanism to perform deodorization control that dissolves odors in the toilet or toilet bowl in the water in the toilet bowl.

[0011] By employing a deodorizing method that dissolves odors in the moisture within the toilet bowl using a dispensing spray mechanism, a localized drying mechanism, and a fan, odors can be removed without the need for a dedicated unit. Therefore, it is possible to provide a toilet device that can deodorize with a smaller and safer structure.

[0012] Furthermore, in the deodorization control, the driving time of the spray mechanism is shorter than that of the local drying mechanism.

[0013] Because less water mist is emitted from the spray mechanism, water conservation is improved. Furthermore, the spray mechanism can deodorize with minimal operation, extending the lifespan of the spray motor without requiring a dedicated unit.

[0014] Furthermore, if the deodorization control is implemented within a first predetermined time since the last activation of the spray mechanism, only the local drying mechanism is activated.

[0015] Even when the entire toilet bowl has already been wetted, deodorization can be achieved with minimal spray mechanism activation by skipping the spray mechanism's operation, thus improving water conservation. Furthermore, the lifespan of the spray motor can be extended with a structure that eliminates the need for a dedicated unit.

[0016] Furthermore, in the deodorization control, if a second predetermined time has elapsed since the last activation of the spray mechanism, the activation of the spray mechanism or the washing action of the toilet body is performed.

[0017] The toilet system can reset odor components dissolved in the water within the toilet bowl through the flushing action of the toilet body. Furthermore, by dissolving the odor components in the reset water within the toilet bowl, the dissolution efficiency of the odor components can be improved.

[0018] Furthermore, the toilet device includes a seating detection mechanism that detects when a person is seated on the toilet seat. In the deodorization control, if the seating detection mechanism detects that a person is seated, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0019] When the toilet seat is open and there is waste in the toilet bowl, the toilet system can suppress noise by not deodorizing or using a low airflow rate, thus reducing user discomfort. It should be noted that because the clean air after deodorization diffuses and circulates easily within the bathroom when the toilet seat is open, operating at a lower speed is sufficient.

[0020] The toilet device includes a human body detection mechanism that detects the presence of a person in the toilet. In the deodorization control, if the human body detection mechanism detects a person, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0021] When a person is detected in the toilet, the toilet unit can suppress the noise during deodorization when the toilet seat is open by driving the fan at a low speed or stopping it, thereby reducing the discomfort caused to the user.

[0022] In addition, the toilet device is equipped with a toilet seat opening and closing detection mechanism, which detects whether the toilet seat is open or closed. In the deodorization control, if the toilet seat is detected to be open by the toilet seat opening and closing detection mechanism, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0023] The toilet seat device can more effectively suppress noise during deodorization by directly confirming the opening of the toilet seat, thereby reducing discomfort to the user.

[0024] Invention Effects

[0025] According to one embodiment, deodorization can be achieved with a smaller and safer structure. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a side sectional view of the toilet device according to the first embodiment;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a block diagram showing the main structural components of a toilet seat.

[0028] Figure 3 It is an illustration of the flow of inhaled and exhaled air;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional view of the toilet unit from the front.

[0030] Figure 5 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device according to the first embodiment;

[0031] Figure 6 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device according to the second embodiment;

[0032] Figure 7 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device according to the third embodiment;

[0033] Figure 8 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device according to the fourth embodiment;

[0034] Figure 9 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device according to the fifth embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The toilet device disclosed in this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that this invention is not limited to the embodiments shown below. Furthermore, it should be observed that the drawings are schematic, and the dimensional relationships and proportions of the elements may sometimes differ from reality. Even among the drawings themselves, there may sometimes be parts where the dimensional relationships or proportions differ from each other.

[0036] In recent years, while pursuing high functionality in toilets, people have also sought advanced design (such as lower product height). Furthermore, it's necessary to curb the price increases that accompany these higher functionalities. One approach to addressing these issues is to enhance existing functions through additional features or components. Specifically, it has been discovered that utilizing the gentle breeze from existing warm air fans, the existing water mist function, and the water within the toilet bowl (water seal, the water mist itself, and residual water) can replace the deodorizing function for persistent odors.

[0037] (First Implementation)

[0038] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The toilet device 10 of the first embodiment will be described. Figure 1 This is a side sectional view of the toilet device 10 according to the first embodiment. Figure 2 This is a block diagram showing the main structural components of the toilet device 10.

[0039] For clarity, the accompanying diagram illustrates a three-dimensional orthogonal coordinate system including a Z-axis with the vertically upward direction as positive. In this orthogonal coordinate system, the positive X-axis is defined as the left side, and the negative X-axis as the right side. Similarly, the positive Y-axis is defined as the front, and the negative Y-axis as the back. Furthermore, the X-axis direction is referred to as the left-right direction, the Y-axis direction as the front-back direction, and the Z-axis direction as the up-down direction.

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, the toilet device 10 is mounted on the toilet body 1, which has a toilet bowl 2. The toilet device 10 includes a housing 11, a toilet seat 12, and a toilet lid 13.

[0041] The toilet body 1 is made of pottery. The toilet body 1 includes a bowl 2, an inner rim 3, a curved pipe 4, and a skirt 5.

[0042] The toilet bowl 2 receives the user's waste. An inner edge 3 is formed on the upper edge of the toilet bowl 2. The inner edge 3 has a water outlet for discharging cleaning water into the toilet bowl 2.

[0043] The curved section 4 is connected to the bottom of the toilet bowl 2. The curved section 4 extends from the bottom of the toilet bowl 2 and drains the waste in the toilet bowl 2. The curved section 4 is connected to the drain pipe via the drain interface.

[0044] The skirt 5 is located on the outside of the toilet bowl 2. The skirt 5 is configured to cover the outside of the toilet bowl 2. The skirt 5 has an outer wall 6 that forms the outer shell of the toilet device 10.

[0045] The housing 11 contains a local washing mechanism for cleaning specific areas of the body (such as the buttocks of a user sitting on the toilet seat 12), a local drying mechanism 14 (described later), and a spraying mechanism 18. The local washing mechanism includes, for example, a nozzle that can extend and retract from the housing 11. The local washing mechanism, the local drying mechanism 14, and the spraying mechanism 18 are driven by commands from the control device 30 provided with the toilet unit 10. The toilet seat 12 and the toilet lid 13 are supported on the housing 11 in a manner that allows them to be opened or closed.

[0046] like Figure 2 As shown, for example, the housing 11 contains a control device 30, a seating detection mechanism 22 (described later), a human body detection mechanism 23, and a toilet seat opening / closing detection mechanism 24. For example, the control device 30 can send control signals based on detection signals from the seating detection mechanism 22, the human body detection mechanism 23, or the toilet seat opening / closing detection mechanism 24, and control the operation of the local drying mechanism 14, the spray mechanism 18, and the toilet washing device 25 (described later).

[0047] Next, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 The process of dissolving odors in the toilet bowl device 10 will be explained. Figure 3 It is an illustration of the flow of inhaled and exhaled air. Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional view of the toilet unit 10 viewed from the front.

[0048] like Figure 3 As shown, the local drying unit 14 has an air intake 15, a warm air fan 16, and an exhaust port 17. The air intake 15 draws in air from the bathroom through the warm air fan 16. The exhaust port 17 discharges the air drawn in from the air intake 15.

[0049] The local drying unit 14 dries the affected area by delivering warm air forward. Furthermore, the local drying unit 14 dissolves odors in the toilet or toilet bowl 2 into the moisture within the toilet bowl 2. The exhaust direction during deodorization (refer to arrow B) is more downward than the exhaust direction during local drying (refer to arrow D).

[0050] The local drying mechanism 14 dissolves odors in the toilet or toilet bowl 2 into the moisture within the toilet bowl 2 by directing air from the toilet bowl 1 toward the water seal S and downwards. For example, the odor may be composed of ammonia (NH3) or trimethylamine ((CH3)3N). It should be noted that the local drying mechanism 14 is not limited to a structure that draws air from a dedicated air intake 15; it can also be a structure that draws in external air from gaps in the product.

[0051] The deodorized air, after being absorbed and dissolved by the moisture in the toilet bowl 2, is discharged into the bathroom (see arrow C). With the toilet device 10 configured as described above, a deodorizing filter is not required, and the moisture in the toilet bowl can be reset through toilet flushing during normal use. Toilet flushing refers to the action of expelling waste from the toilet bowl 2 and cleaning the inner surface of the toilet bowl 2. During toilet flushing, flushing water is supplied to the toilet bowl 2, and a water seal S is formed within the toilet bowl.

[0052] like Figure 4 As shown, the toilet device 10 includes a spray mechanism 18, which is connected to a partial drying mechanism 14 (see reference). Figure 3 () Formation of separate parts.

[0053] The spray mechanism 18 sprays water mist M onto the surface of the toilet bowl 2. The spray mechanism 18 is equipped with a spray motor for driving the spray mechanism 18. The spray mechanism 18, for example, forms a water mist of disinfectant water (including free chlorine) generated by the disinfection device and tap water, and sprays the water mist M onto the surface of the toilet bowl 2 from the outlet 19. In other words, the spray mechanism 18 causes the water mist M of disinfectant water to fall (adhere) onto the toilet bowl 2.

[0054] The local drying mechanism 14 also dissolves odors by spraying water mist M from the spray mechanism 18 into the toilet bowl 2. For example, the local drying mechanism 14 is located via a covered exhaust port 17 (see reference). Figure 3 The air supply baffle 20 is used for exhaust. The air supply baffle 20 is located to the left of the outlet 19 of the spray mechanism 18 and is axially supported on the front wall 11a of the housing 11 so as to be rotatable relative to the front wall 11a of the housing 11. It should be noted that a nozzle baffle 21 is arranged between the outlet 19 and the air supply baffle 20, and the nozzle of the local drying mechanism 14 is arranged behind the nozzle baffle 21. The air supplied from the local drying mechanism 14 is delivered into the toilet bowl 2 from the exhaust port 17 under the condition that the airflow direction is controlled by the air supply baffle 20. For example, the air supply baffle 20 can be a baffle whose opening angle changes due to the electric baffle and the exhaust volume.

[0055] It should be noted that, in addition to the local drying function, the toilet unit 10 may also have a ventilation function or a heating / cooling function, as a function that combines with the deodorization function. In the case of a structure that combines with the ventilation function, a ventilation fan is used to prevent condensation inside the housing 11. Furthermore, the toilet unit 10 may have an air outlet located on the toilet seat 13, and air is directed downwards from the toilet seat 13 toward the water seal S.

[0056] Next, refer to Figure 5 The specific operation of the toilet device 10 described above will be explained. Figure 5 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device 10 according to the first embodiment. It should be noted that... Figure 5 (a) shows a timing diagram of the simultaneous operation of the spray mechanism 18 and the local drying mechanism 14. Figure 5 (b) shows a timing diagram of the spray mechanism 18 being driven before the local drying mechanism 14. Figure 5 (c) shows a timing diagram of the local drying mechanism 14 being driven before the spraying mechanism 18.

[0057] like Figure 5 As shown, the local drying mechanism 14 is driven in conjunction with a water mist M from the spray mechanism 18, thereby performing deodorization control to dissolve odors in the toilet or toilet bowl 2 into the moisture within the toilet bowl 2. For example, as Figure 5 As shown in (a), the local drying mechanism 14 can be started simultaneously with the spray of water mist M from the spraying mechanism 18 to perform deodorization control. By overlapping the start times of the local drying mechanism 14 and the spraying mechanism 18, odors can also be dissolved in the dispersed water mist M, thereby improving the deodorization effect. Furthermore, as... Figure 5 As shown in (b), the local drying mechanism 14 can be driven after the water mist M from the spray mechanism 18 is sprayed to perform deodorization control. Furthermore, as... Figure 5 As shown in (c), the local drying mechanism 14 can be driven before the water mist M from the spray mechanism 18 to perform deodorization control.

[0058] It should be noted that "interlocking drive" refers not only to the simultaneous activation of the local drying mechanism 14 and the spraying mechanism 18, but also to the activation of the local drying mechanism 14 after a certain period of time following the activation of the spraying mechanism 18, and the activation of the spraying mechanism 18 after a certain period of time following the activation of the local drying mechanism 14. In other words, "interlocking drive" means that in a series of deodorization control actions, the local drying mechanism 14 and the spraying mechanism 18 are activated together.

[0059] (Second Implementation)

[0060] Next, refer to Figure 6 The specific operation of the toilet device 10 in the second embodiment will be explained. Figure 6 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device 10 according to the second embodiment. It should be noted that... Figure 6 (a) shows a timing diagram of the simultaneous operation of the spray mechanism 18 and the local drying mechanism 14. Figure 6 (b) shows the timing diagram in which the spray mechanism 18 is driven before the local drying mechanism 14. Figure 6 (c) A timing diagram showing that the local drying mechanism 14 is driven before the spraying mechanism 18. Hereinafter, the same reference numerals will be used for structures common to the above embodiments, and descriptions will be omitted.

[0061] like Figure 6 As shown, in deodorization control, the driving time T1 of the spray mechanism 18 is shorter than the driving time T2 of the local drying mechanism 14. For example, as Figure 6 As shown in (a), the local drying mechanism 14 can be started simultaneously with the spray of water mist M from the spray mechanism 18 to perform deodorization control. During the period when the local drying mechanism 14 is being driven, the spray mechanism 18 stops driving. Furthermore, as... Figure 6 As shown in (b), the local drying mechanism 14 can be activated after the spray mechanism 18 sprays water mist M to perform deodorization control. Before the local drying mechanism 14 starts operating, the spray mechanism 18 stops operating. Figure 6 As shown in (c), the local drying mechanism 14 can be driven before the water mist M from the spray mechanism 18 to perform deodorization control. During the period when the local drying mechanism is being driven, the spray mechanism 18 stops driving.

[0062] (Third Implementation) Next, refer to Figure 7 The specific operation of the toilet device 10 in the third embodiment will be explained. Figure 7 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device 10 according to the third embodiment.

[0063] In the case where deodorization control is implemented within a first predetermined time since the last activation of the spray mechanism 18 (e.g., by manual operation of the user), only the local drying mechanism 14 is activated. For example, as Figure 7 As shown, time T3 is taken as one cycle of the deodorization operation, and the spray mechanism 18 and the local drying mechanism 14 start operating simultaneously. In the next deodorization operation, if the time T4 elapsed since the last operation of the spray mechanism 18 is within a first predetermined time, the operation of the spray mechanism 18 is abandoned, and only the local drying mechanism 14 starts operating. It should be noted that the first predetermined time is a pre-set time.

[0064] (Fourth Implementation)

[0065] Next, refer to Figure 8 The specific operation of the toilet device 10 in the fourth embodiment will be explained. Figure 8 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device 10 according to the fourth embodiment. It should be noted that... Figure 8 (a) shows a timing diagram when the second specified time T5 is shorter than one cycle of the deodorization action. Figure 8 (b) shows a timing diagram when the second specified time T5 is longer than one cycle of the deodorization action.

[0066] In deodorization control, if a second predetermined time T5 has elapsed since the last activation of the spray mechanism 18, the activation of the spray mechanism 18 or the washing action of the toilet body 1 is performed. For example, as... Figure 8 As shown in (a), taking time T3 as one cycle of the deodorization operation, the spray mechanism 18 and the local drying mechanism 14 start operating simultaneously. Alternatively, the toilet washing operation and the operation of the local drying mechanism 14 start simultaneously. If a second predetermined time T5 has elapsed since the start of the spray mechanism 18, the control device 30 operates the local drying mechanism 14 while simultaneously performing the spray mechanism 18 operation or the toilet body 1 washing operation. It should be noted that the toilet body 1 washing operation is automatically performed by the toilet washing device 25 based on the control of the control device 30. The toilet washing device 25 is, for example, installed in the water tank and water supply pipe of the toilet body 1.

[0067] In addition, such as Figure 8 (b) shows that, taking time T3 as one cycle of the deodorizing operation, the spray mechanism 18 and the local drying mechanism 14 start operating simultaneously. Alternatively, the toilet washing operation and the operation of the local drying mechanism 14 start simultaneously. If a second predetermined time T5 has elapsed since the start of the spray mechanism 18, the operation of the local drying mechanism 14 starts, and the operation of the spray mechanism 18 or the washing operation of the toilet body 1 is performed.

[0068] (Fifth Implementation)

[0069] Next, refer to Figure 9 The specific operation of the toilet device 10 in the fifth embodiment will be explained. Figure 9 This is a timing diagram showing the control timing of the toilet device 10 according to the fifth embodiment.

[0070] The toilet seat assembly 10 includes a seating detection mechanism 22 that detects when a person is seated on the toilet seat 12. The seating detection mechanism 22 can use a microwave sensor, a distance sensor (infrared projection sensor), an ultrasonic sensor, a tactile switch, an electrostatic capacitive switch (touch sensor), or a strain sensor. In deodorization control, if the seating detection mechanism 22 detects a person sitting, the local drying mechanism 14 is activated or deactivated at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying. For example, as... Figure 9 As shown, when the local drying mechanism 14 is being driven at the non-detection air volume A1, if the seating detection mechanism 22 detects a person sitting during time T6, the control device 30 drives the local drying mechanism 14 at an air volume A2 lower than the non-detection air volume or stops it from driving.

[0071] Alternatively, the toilet unit 10 may include a human detection mechanism 23 that detects the presence of a person in the toilet. The human detection mechanism 23 may be, for example, a pyroelectric sensor, a microwave sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, or a distance sensor (infrared projection sensor). Similar to the case with the aforementioned seating detection mechanism 22, in deodorization control, if the human detection mechanism 23 detects a person, the local drying mechanism 14 is activated or deactivated at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0072] Alternatively, the toilet unit 10 may include a toilet seat opening / closing detection mechanism 24, which detects whether the toilet seat 13 is open or closed. The toilet seat opening / closing detection mechanism 24 may be, for example, a combination of a Hall effect IC and a magnet, or a microswitch. Similar to the case with the seating detection mechanism 22 described above, in deodorization control, if the toilet seat opening / closing detection mechanism 24 detects that the toilet seat 13 is open, the local drying mechanism 14 is activated or deactivated at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0073] As described above, the toilet device 10 of the embodiment is a toilet body 1 placed on a toilet bowl 2, and includes: a local drying mechanism 14 for drying a part of the human body; and a spray mechanism 18, which is separately formed from the local drying mechanism 14 and sprays water mist M onto the surface of the toilet bowl 2. The local drying mechanism 14 is driven in conjunction with the spray of water mist M from the spray mechanism 18 to perform deodorization control that dissolves odors in the toilet or in the toilet bowl 2 in the water in the toilet bowl 2.

[0074] By employing a deodorization method that uses a spray mechanism 18, a local drying mechanism 14, and a fan to dissolve odors in the moisture within the toilet bowl 2, odors can be removed without the need for a dedicated unit. Therefore, a toilet device 10 that can deodorize with a smaller and safer structure can be provided.

[0075] Furthermore, in deodorization control, the driving time T1 of the spray mechanism 18 is shorter than the driving time T2 of the local drying mechanism 14.

[0076] Because the amount of water mist M emitted from the spray mechanism 18 is reduced, water conservation is improved. Furthermore, since deodorization is performed using a conventional functional unit (spray mechanism 18), the lifespan of this functional unit must be considered during operation. Moreover, the purpose of the spray mechanism 18 is to wet the entire toilet bowl 2. Therefore, by setting the drive time T1 of the spray mechanism 18 to be shorter than the drive time T2 of the local drying mechanism 14, the spray mechanism 18 can perform deodorization with minimal operation, extending the lifespan of the spray motor without requiring a dedicated unit.

[0077] Furthermore, if deodorization control is implemented within a first predetermined time since the last activation of the spray mechanism 18, only the local drying mechanism 14 is activated.

[0078] Even when the entire toilet bowl 2 has been wetted, deodorization can be achieved with minimal activation of the spray mechanism 18 by skipping its operation, thus improving water conservation. Furthermore, the lifespan of the spray motor can be extended with a structure that eliminates the need for a dedicated unit.

[0079] Furthermore, in deodorization control, if a second predetermined time T5 has elapsed since the last activation of the spray mechanism 18, the activation of the spray mechanism 18 or the toilet's cleaning action is performed.

[0080] The toilet device 10 can reset the odor components dissolved in the water in the toilet bowl 2 through the washing action of the toilet body 1. In addition, by dissolving the odor components in the water in the reset toilet bowl 2, the dissolution efficiency of the odor components can be improved.

[0081] Furthermore, the toilet unit 10 includes a seating detection mechanism 22, which detects when a person is seated on the toilet seat 12. In deodorization control, if the seating detection mechanism 22 detects that a person is seated, the local drying mechanism 14 is activated or deactivated at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0082] When the toilet seat 13 is open and there is waste in the toilet bowl 2, the toilet unit 10 can suppress the noise during deodorization by not deodorizing or performing deodorization at a low airflow, thereby reducing the discomfort caused to the user. It should be noted that since the clean air after deodorization diffuses and easily circulates in the bathroom when the toilet seat 13 is open, it is sufficient to operate at a lower speed.

[0083] Furthermore, the toilet unit 10 includes a human detection mechanism 23, which detects the presence of a person in the toilet. During deodorization control, if the human detection mechanism 23 detects a person, the local drying mechanism 14 is activated or deactivated at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0084] When a person is detected in the toilet, the toilet unit 10 can suppress the noise during deodorization when the toilet seat 13 is open by driving the fan at a low speed or stopping it, thereby reducing the discomfort caused to the user.

[0085] In addition, the toilet device 10 is equipped with a toilet seat opening and closing detection mechanism 24, which detects whether the toilet seat 13 is open or closed. In deodorization control, if the toilet seat 13 is detected to be open by the toilet seat opening and closing detection mechanism 24, the local drying mechanism 14 is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0086] By directly confirming the opening of the toilet seat 13, the toilet device 10 can more effectively suppress noise during deodorization, thereby reducing discomfort to the user.

[0087] Those skilled in the art can readily derive further effects and variations. Therefore, the invention is not limited to the specific details and representative embodiments shown and described above. Various modifications may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the general inventive concept as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0088] (Postscript)

[0089] (1) A toilet device, which is a toilet body mounted on a toilet bowl having a commode, and includes:

[0090] A local drying mechanism used for drying specific areas of the human body; and

[0091] The spray mechanism, which is separate from the local drying mechanism, sprays water mist onto the surface of the toilet bowl.

[0092] The local drying mechanism is driven in conjunction with the water mist from the spray mechanism to perform deodorization control, dissolving odors in the toilet or toilet bowl into the water in the toilet bowl.

[0093] (2) The toilet device according to (1), wherein,

[0094] In the deodorization control, the driving time of the spray mechanism is shorter than that of the local drying mechanism.

[0095] (3) The toilet device according to (1) or (2), wherein,

[0096] In the case of implementing the deodorization control within a first predetermined time since the last activation of the spray mechanism, only the local drying mechanism is activated.

[0097] (4) The toilet device according to any one of (1) to (3), wherein,

[0098] In the deodorization control, if a second predetermined time has elapsed since the last activation of the spray mechanism, the activation of the spray mechanism or the washing action of the toilet body is performed.

[0099] (5) The toilet device according to any one of (1) to (4), wherein,

[0100] The toilet seat device includes a seating detection mechanism that detects when a person is seated on the toilet seat.

[0101] In the deodorization control, if the seating detection mechanism detects a person sitting down, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0102] (6) The toilet device according to any one of (1) to (5), wherein,

[0103] The toilet seat device includes a human body detection mechanism that detects the presence of a person in the toilet.

[0104] In the deodorization control, if the human body detection mechanism detects a person, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0105] (7) The toilet device according to any one of (1) to (6), wherein,

[0106] The toilet device includes a toilet seat opening / closing detection mechanism, which detects whether the toilet seat is open or closed.

[0107] In the deodorization control, if the toilet seat is detected to be open by the toilet seat opening and closing detection mechanism, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

[0108] Symbol explanation:

[0109] 1 toilet body

[0110] 2 potties

[0111] 10. Toilet fixtures

[0112] 11. Shell

[0113] 12 toilet seats

[0114] 13 Toilet seat cover

[0115] 14. Local drying mechanism

[0116] 18 Spraying mechanism

[0117] 22 Seated Testing Agencies

[0118] 23 Human body testing institutions

[0119] 24 Toilet seat opening and closing testing agency

[0120] M water mist

[0121] T1 Spray mechanism drive time

[0122] T2 Local drying mechanism drive time

[0123] T5 Second specified time.

Claims

1. A toilet device, comprising a toilet body mounted on a toilet bowl having a commode, and comprising: A local drying mechanism used for drying specific areas of the human body; and The spray mechanism, which is separate from the local drying mechanism, sprays water mist onto the surface of the toilet bowl. The local drying mechanism is driven in conjunction with the water mist from the spray mechanism to perform deodorization control, dissolving odors in the toilet or toilet bowl into the water in the toilet bowl.

2. The toilet device according to claim 1, wherein, In the deodorization control, the driving time of the spray mechanism is shorter than that of the local drying mechanism.

3. The toilet device according to claim 1, wherein, In the case of implementing the deodorization control within a first predetermined time since the last activation of the spray mechanism, only the local drying mechanism is activated.

4. The toilet device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, In the deodorization control, if a second predetermined time has elapsed since the last activation of the spray mechanism, the activation of the spray mechanism or the washing action of the toilet body is performed.

5. The toilet device according to claim 1, wherein, The toilet seat device includes a seating detection mechanism that detects when a person is seated on the toilet seat. In the deodorization control, if the seating detection mechanism detects a person sitting down, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

6. The toilet device according to claim 1, wherein, The toilet seat device includes a human body detection mechanism that detects the presence of a person in the toilet. In the deodorization control, if the human body detection mechanism detects a person, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

7. The toilet device according to claim 1, wherein, The toilet device includes a toilet seat opening / closing detection mechanism, which detects whether the toilet seat is open or closed. In the deodorization control, if the toilet seat is detected to be open by the toilet seat opening and closing detection mechanism, the local drying mechanism is driven or stopped at a lower exhaust volume than during local drying.

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