Quick dismounting mechanism for toilet seat

By designing a toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism with a release button, the problem of disassemblying the toilet seat with two hands in the prior art is solved, and the effect of one-hand rapid disassembly is achieved.

CN222722900UActive Publication Date: 2025-04-08交叉创新有限责任公司
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Application Number
CN202421394436.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-04-05
Filing Date
2024-06-18
Publication Date
2025-04-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-06-18

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Technical Problem

The quick removal mechanism of the existing toilet seat requires two latches to be operated simultaneously with both hands, and the toilet seat and toilet cylinder cannot be removed by one-handed operation.

Method used

A toilet seat quick removal mechanism is designed, including two mounting brackets for fixing to the toilet cylinder, two latches that are movable between the first position and the second position, and a movable release button. The release button drives the two latches to move simultaneously, enabling one-handed operation to quickly remove the toilet seat.

Benefits of technology

It realizes the rapid removal of the toilet seat from the toilet cylinder through one-hand operation, improving the convenience and efficiency of operation.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of toilet seat components, and discloses a toilet seat quick dismounting mechanism which comprises two mounting supports used for being fixed to a toilet bowl. The two latches are used for being arranged on the toilet seat and can move between a first position and a second position correspondingly, the release button can move and is used for driving the two latches to synchronously move from the first position to the second position correspondingly, and the latches correspond to the mounting supports one to one; when the two latches are located at the corresponding first positions, the two latches are connected with the corresponding installation supports respectively. When the two latches are located at the corresponding second positions, the two latches are separated from the corresponding mounting brackets respectively; according to the scheme, the toilet seat can be quickly detached from the toilet cylinder through one-hand operation.
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[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 18 / 628,123, filed Apr. 5, 2024, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. Technical Field

[0003] The invention relates to the field of connecting structures of toilet seats, in particular to a quick disassembly mechanism of a toilet seat. Background Art

[0004] Under modern sanitary conditions, the toilet seat has become an indispensable part of the toilet, usually made of plastic or wood. When using the toilet, the user sits on the toilet seat, and the toilet seat replaces the toilet in direct contact with the human body, which can avoid direct contact with the toilet and maintain hygiene and health.

[0005] Most existing toilet seats are equipped with a quick-release mechanism, which allows the toilet seat to be attached to and removed from the toilet bowl with relatively little physical effort. However, the quick-release mechanism often uses two latches arranged on the left and right sides of the toilet seat. Disassembly requires both hands to operate the two latches at the same time, and the toilet seat and toilet bowl cannot be disassembled by single-handed operation. Utility Model Content

[0006] The utility model aims to provide a toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, which can realize quick disassembly of the toilet seat from the toilet bowl through single-hand operation.

[0007] The technical solution provided by the utility model is as follows: a toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, comprising two mounting brackets for fixing to the toilet bowl, and also comprising two latches and a movable release button for being arranged on the toilet seat and being movable between corresponding first and second positions, wherein the latches correspond one to one with the mounting brackets;

[0008] When the latch is located at the corresponding first position, the latch is engaged with the corresponding mounting bracket; when the latch is located at the corresponding second position, the latch is disengaged from the corresponding mounting bracket;

[0009] The two latches are synchronously moved from the corresponding first position to the corresponding second position respectively through the release button.

[0010] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, the release button is provided with two first cam surfaces, and the latch is provided with two second cam surfaces corresponding to the first cam surfaces one by one, the second cam surfaces are inclined relative to the moving path of the release button, and the two second cam surfaces are respectively pressed against the corresponding second cam surfaces.

[0011] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, the mounting bracket is provided with a mounting post and a narrow section located on the mounting post, and the diameter of the narrow section is smaller than the diameter of the mounting post; the latch is provided with a first hole for the corresponding mounting post to pass through, the first hole is provided with a first end and a second end, the diameter of the first end is not less than the diameter of the mounting post, and the diameter of the second end is not less than the diameter of the narrow section and not greater than the diameter of the mounting post;

[0012] When the latch is located at the first position corresponding to the first position, the narrow section is located at the first end corresponding to the first hole;

[0013] When the latch is located at the second position corresponding to the second position, the narrow section is located at the second end corresponding to the first hole.

[0014] The above-mentioned toilet seat quick-disassembly mechanism also includes a cover for being arranged on the toilet seat, a hinged body is arranged inside the cover, and channels corresponding to the two latches are opened on the hinged body. The latches are all arranged in the hinged body and slideably cooperate with the corresponding channels respectively. The release button is arranged on the hinged body and passes through the cover.

[0015] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, a spring for pressing the latch against the inner surface of the cover is provided between the surface of each latch and the surface of the hinged body.

[0016] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, the mounting bracket is provided with an alignment post, the hinged body is provided with an alignment opening facing the alignment post, and the alignment post is inserted into the alignment opening.

[0017] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick-disassembly mechanism, a second spring capable of extending and retracting along the moving path of the release button is further provided in the hinged body, and the second spring abuts against the release button.

[0018] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, the cover is provided with a hinge mechanism for rotationally cooperating with the toilet seat and the cover respectively.

[0019] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, a second hole is opened on the mounting bracket, a bolt for inserting into the mounting hole of the toilet bar is arranged in the second hole, a centering nut is arranged on the bolt, and the centering nut is threadably connected to the bolt in a manner that allows adjustment, and the mounting bracket is fixed to the mounting bracket via the centering nut.

[0020] In the above-mentioned toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism, a nut is also sleeved on the bolt, and the nut is threadably connected to the bolt in an adjustable manner to tighten the bolt and fasten the mounting bracket to the toilet bowl.

[0021] After adopting the above technical solution, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] The quick disassembly mechanism in the present technical solution includes a mounting bracket, a latch and a release button fixed to the toilet bowl. The latch can move between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the latch is engaged with the mounting bracket. In the second position, the latch is disengaged from the mounting bracket. The release button drives the two latches to move from the first position to the second position at the same time by moving. The release button drives the two latches to move synchronously, thereby realizing the rapid removal of the toilet seat from the toilet bowl by one-handed operation.

[0023] The details of one or more implementations of the disclosure are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features and advantages of the disclosure will be apparent from the description, drawings, and claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Figures 1 to 9 Depicted are corresponding views of a toilet seat system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] Fig.10 Depicted is a top view of a toilet seat system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] Fig.11A Depicted along Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of line AA.

[0027] Fig. 11B Depicted along Figure 7 A cross-sectional view of line BB.

[0028] Fig.12 A perspective view of the toilet seat system is shown in a disassembled state.

[0029] Fig.13 A perspective view of a toilet seat system is shown in a raised position.

[0030] Fig.14 An exploded view of the hinge assembly is shown.

[0031] Fig.15A Depicted along Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of line CC.

[0032] Fig. 15B Depicted along Figure 3 Cross-sectional view along line DD.

[0033] Fig. 15C and Fig.15D The Figure 5 A cross-sectional view along line EE.

[0034] Like reference numbers and designations throughout the various drawings represent like elements. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] Embodiments of the present disclosure generally relate to toilet seats. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a toilet seat system that includes a raised toilet seat and a removable armrest. Embodiments of the toilet seat system of the present disclosure include a standard configuration and an elongated configuration.

[0036] In some embodiments, a toilet seat system includes a raised toilet seat having a set of cavities formed therein, the cavities in the set of cavities being configured to receive an insert, and an armrest including a rail and an insert releasably secured within the cavities in the set of cavities.

[0037] As described in further detail herein, the embodiments of the toilet seat system of the present disclosure provide many advantages over conventional methods. In certain embodiments, the toilet seat system of the present disclosure includes a toilet seat assembly, which includes a heightened toilet seat with a detachable armrest. The heightened toilet seat can be moved between a lowered position and a raised position. The toilet seat system includes a cover, which can be moved between a lowered position (closed) and a raised position (opened). As described herein, the armrest can be attached to and removed from the heightened toilet seat with relatively little force, so that users who are inconvenient to mechanically tilt and / or have some conditions that are difficult to work manually can complete these activities. Also as described herein, the armrest is detachable in the horizontal direction, thereby preventing dirt, debris, liquid, etc. from entering the cavity in which the armrest is installed. The armrest can be disassembled to enhance the aesthetics of the toilet seat system and / or for cleaning. When the armrest is removed, a plug can be inserted into the cavity to enhance the appearance of the toilet seat system and inhibit the entry of dirt, debris, liquid, etc. In some embodiments, the toilet seat system includes a hinge assembly that enables the toilet seat system to be attached to and removed from the toilet bowl. As described herein, the toilet seat system can be attached to and removed from the toilet bowl with relatively little manual labor, enabling users who are not convenient for mechanical tilting and / or have some conditions that are difficult for manual labor to complete these activities. In addition, the toilet seat system can be easily disassembled to clean the toilet seat system and / or the toilet bowl.

[0038] Figures 1 to 9Depicted are respective views of a toilet seat system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The toilet seat system 100 includes a toilet seat assembly 102 and a hinge assembly 104. The toilet seat assembly 102 includes a raised toilet seat 106, an armrest 108, and a cover 110.

[0039] Specific reference Figure 1 , dimension d1 represents the distance between the outer edge 120 of the armrest 108, and dimension d2 represents the distance between the front edge 122 of the armrest 108 and the back side 126 of the hinge assembly 104. Figure 3 , dimension d3 represents the distance between the front position 130 and the bottom surface 132 of the raised toilet seat 106, dimension d4 represents the distance between the front position 136 of the cover 110 and the bottom surface 132 of the raised toilet seat 106, dimension d5 represents the distance between the upper edge 138 of the armrest 108 and the bottom surface 132 of the raised toilet seat 106, and dimension d6 represents the distance between the rear top surface 140 of the cover 110 and the bottom surface 142 of the hinge assembly 104. Tables 1 and 2 provide example values ​​of various dimensions measured in millimeters (mm) for the standard configuration and the slim configuration, respectively:

[0040] size Numeric Tolerance d1 571.0 ±3 d2 495.6 ±3 d3 72.0 ±2 d4 84.1 ±2 d5 250.4 ±2 d6 93.9 ±2

[0041] Table 1. Example dimensions for standard configurations

[0042] size Numeric Tolerance d1 650.5 ±3 d2 515.8 ±3 d3 72.0 ±2 d4 83.9 ±2 d5 250.6 ±2 d6 93.9 ±2

[0043] Table 2. Example dimensions for elongated configurations

[0044] like Figure 2 and Figure 7-9 As shown, the raised toilet seat 106 includes a gasket 150 and a quick release hole 152. The gasket 150 provides a contact point between the raised toilet seat 106 and the toilet bowl (not shown). The quick release hole 152 enables the armrest 108 to be secured to and removed from the raised toilet seat 106, as described in further detail herein.

[0045] Special reference Figure 7-9 , Fig.11A and Fig. 11B, the attachment and removal of the armrest 108 to the raised toilet seat 106 will be described in more detail. The armrest 108 includes a tubular crossbar 160 and an insert 162. The insert 162 is fixed to the respective ends of the tubular crossbar 160. In the example shown, the tubular crossbar 160 includes a circular cross section. However, it is contemplated that the tubular crossbar 160 can have any suitable cross section or multiple cross sections. Exemplary cross sections may include, but are not limited to, circular, oval, square, and rectangular. In some examples, the cross section may vary along the length of the tubular crossbar 160. For example, a first length of the tubular crossbar 160 may have a first cross section, and a second length of the tubular crossbar 160 may have a second cross section different from the first cross section. It is also contemplated that the crossbar need not be tubular, but the cross section may also be solid or partially solid.

[0046] Special References Fig.11A , the raised toilet seat 106 includes a cavity 158 formed therein for releasably securing the armrest 108 to the raised toilet seat 106. More specifically, an insert 162 can be inserted into the cavity 158 to releasably secure the armrest 108 to the raised toilet seat 106. In some examples, the raised toilet seat 106 is formed to define the cavity 158. For example, the raised toilet seat 106 can be molded (e.g., plastic molded) to define the cavity 158 therein. As such, the cavity can be described as being integrally formed within the raised toilet seat 106.

[0047] In more detail, a plug 164 is inserted into each end of the tubular crossbar 160. Fig.11A As shown in , each insert 162 includes an insert body 170, which includes a hole 172 for receiving the end of the tubular cross bar 160 to secure the tubular cross bar 160 to the insert body 170. In some examples, one or more fasteners 174 can be used to secure the tubular cross bar 160 to the insert body 170. However, it is contemplated that any suitable fastening means (e.g., glue, epoxy, welding) can be used. The insert body 170 includes a hole 176 that accommodates the quick release mechanism 180.

[0048] exist Fig.11AIn an example of the quick release mechanism 180, the quick release mechanism 180 includes a housing 182, a button 184, and a spring 186. The button 184 is housed in the housing 182 and can move in the +Y direction and the -Y direction in the housing 182. In some examples, the stopper 188 prevents the button 184 from being completely removed from the housing 182 in the -Y direction. The spring 186 biases the button 184 in the -Y direction so that the button 184 is at least partially housed in the quick release hole 152. In some examples, the spring 186 biases the button 184 in the -Y direction to a point where the stopper 188 prevents the button 184 from moving further in the -Y direction. This can be referred to as a fully extended position.

[0049] When positioned within the quick release opening 152, the button 184 prevents the insert 162 from being withdrawn from the cavity 158. To remove the insert 162 from the cavity 158, and thereby remove the armrest 108 from the cavity 158, the bias of the spring 186 can be overcome to push the button 184 in the +Y direction until the button 184 clears the quick release hole 152 and the insert 162 can be withdrawn from the cavity 158 in the +X direction. It can be noted that the +X / -X direction is horizontal, and therefore, the cavity 158 is open in a sideways facing direction (e.g., not upwardly open). Oriented in this manner, dust, debris, liquids, etc. are prevented from entering the cavity 158.

[0050] Special reference Fig. 11B , the cavity 158 includes one or more guide rails 190, one or more recesses 192, and an inclined surface 194. In some examples, the one or more guide rails 190 are configured to be received in corresponding guide recesses 196 of the insert 162 (see Fig. 9 ). In this manner, guide rail 190 and guide recess 196 guide insertion and withdrawal of insert 162 into and out of cavity 158, respectively. In some examples, guide recess 196 is tapered such that the end that initially receives guide rail 190 is wider than the remainder of guide recess 196. Although cavity 158 is depicted as including guide rail 190 and insert 162 having guide recess 196, it is contemplated that cavity 158 may include one or more guide recesses and insert 162 may include one or more guide rails.

[0051] When the insert 162 is inserted into the cavity 158, the button 184 may initially be in a fully extended position (i.e., in the -Y direction). However, as the insert 162 advances deeper into the cavity 158, the button 184 contacts the inclined surface 194, so that when the button 184 slides along the inclined surface 194, the inclined surface 194 resists the bias of the spring 186 to push the button 184 in the +Y direction. When the insert 162 is fully inserted into the cavity 158, the button 184 is aligned with the quick release hole 152, and the spring 186 biases the button 184 in the -Y direction to seat the button 184 in the quick release hole 152. Therefore, the user does not need to push the button 184 against the bias of the spring 186 in order to insert the insert 162 into the cavity 158.

[0052] In some examples, the recess 192 facilitates removal of the insert 162 from the raised toilet seat 106. For example, the recess 192 enables a user to grasp the insert 162 to pull the insert 162 out of the cavity 158.

[0053] Special References Figure 8 , when the armrest 108 is removed from the raised toilet seat 106, the plug 200 can be inserted into the cavity 158. In the case where the armrest 108 is not needed, the armrest 108 is removed and the plug 200 is inserted to provide a more aesthetically pleasing appearance for the toilet seat system 100. Although not described in detail, each plug 200 includes the features of the insert 162, such as the plug body, the quick release mechanism, and one or more guide recesses. In this way, the plug 200 can be inserted into and withdrawn from the cavity 158, as similarly described herein with respect to the insert 162. Here, the recess 192 enables the user to grasp the plug 200 to pull the plug 200 out of the cavity 158.

[0054] Fig. 9 An exploded view of the toilet seat assembly 100 is shown with the armrest 108 removed from the raised toilet seat 106 and the plug 200 inserted into the raised toilet seat 106. The insertion of the plug 200 not only provides a more aesthetically pleasing appearance when the armrest 108 is removed, but also prevents dirt, debris, liquids, etc. from entering the cavity 158.

[0055] Figure 1-9 and Figures 11A-15D The toilet seat system 100 is shown having a standard configuration. Fig.10A top view of a toilet seat system 100' having an elongated configuration is shown. It should be understood that the components and functions of the present disclosure are applicable to both standard and elongated configurations. For example, while the dimensions of some components may differ between the standard and elongated configurations, the components and / or functions of quick release and / or quick attach are consistent and / or identical between the standard and elongated configurations. It is also contemplated that the components and functions of the present disclosure are applicable to other configurations, such as a circular configuration.

[0056] The toilet seat assembly 100 of the present disclosure includes a quick attachment system for quickly attaching and detaching the toilet seat assembly 100 to and from a toilet bowl. Fig. 9 , 12 , 13, 14 and Figures 15A-15D Described in further detail.

[0057] Special reference Fig.14 , which shows an exploded view of the hinge assembly 104. Fig.14 In the example of , the hinge assembly 104 includes a cover 300, a hinge body 302, a release button 304, latches 306a, 306b, a mounting bracket 308, a bolt 310, a centering nut 312, a washer 314 and a nut 316. The release button 304 includes cam surfaces 304a, 304b (i.e., first cam surfaces 304a, 304b). The hinge assembly 104 also includes a button spring 318 (i.e., a second spring) and a latch spring 320 (i.e., a first spring). Each mounting bracket 308 includes a mounting post 330 and one or more alignment posts 332. Each mounting post 330 includes a narrow section 334 having a smaller diameter than other portions of the mounting post 330. The hinge assembly 104 includes a quick release mechanism that enables the toilet seat system 100 to be attached to and removed from the toilet bowl with relatively little physical effort and / or mechanical skill. In some examples, the quick release mechanism includes at least a release button 304 , a button spring 318 (ie, a second spring), one or more latches 306 a , 306 b , one or more latch springs 320 (ie, a first spring), and one or more mounting brackets 308 .

[0058] The mounting bracket 308 can be securely attached to a toilet bowl (not shown). For example, a bolt 310 can be received by a corresponding hole (i.e., a second hole) of the mounting bracket 308, and a centering nut 312 can be screwed onto the bolt 310 to secure the bolt 310 to the mounting bracket 308. The bolt 310 can be inserted into the mounting hole of the toilet bowl, and the centering nut 312 centers the bolt 310 in the mounting hole. A washer 314 can be slid onto the bolt 310, and a nut 316 can be screwed onto the bolt 310 to tighten the bolt 310, and thus tighten the mounting bracket 308 to the toilet bowl.

[0059] Each latch 306a, 306b includes a hole 340 (i.e., a first hole) configured to receive one of the mounting posts 330. In addition, the hinge body 302 includes a channel 336 (in Fig.14 336 is visible), which is configured to receive latches 306a, 306b so that latches 306a, 306b can slide within channels 336. As described in further detail herein, in a first position, mounting post 330 is able to move through hole 340 (i.e., first hole), and in a second position, mounting post 330 is unable to move through hole 340 (i.e., first hole). For example, an exemplary profile of hole 340 (i.e., first hole) is shown in FIG. Fig.14 , the profile includes a large radius end 340a (i.e., the first end) and a small radius end 340b (i.e., the second end). In the first position, the narrow section 334 of the mounting post 330 is located in the large radius end 340a (i.e., the first end), and in the second position, the narrow section 334 of the mounting post 330 is located in the small radius end 340b (i.e., the second end), so that the latches 306a, 306b are located within the narrow section 334. In this way, the narrow section 334 of the mounting post 330 prevents the latches 306a, 306b from moving upward, and thus prevents the toilet seat system 100 from moving upward, such upward movement, for example, separating the toilet seat system 100 from the toilet bowl. The removable attachment of the toilet seat system 100 will be referred to Figures 15A-15D Describe in more detail.

[0060] Fig.15A Shown along Figure 1 The cross-sectional view of line CC, at Fig.15A In the example of , the latch 306a is in the first position, wherein the small radius end 340b (ie, the second end) of the hole 340 (ie, the first hole) is located within the narrow section 334 of the mounting post 330, so that the latch 306a is located in the narrow section 334.

[0061] Fig. 15B Shown along Figure 3 The cross-sectional view of line DD, at Fig. 15B In the example of FIG. 1 , the latches 306a, 306b are in respective first positions, wherein the smaller radius end 340b (i.e., the second end) of the hole 340 (i.e., the first hole) is located within the narrow section 334 of the mounting post 330, such that the latches 306a, 306b are located in the narrow section 334. Fig. 15BAs shown, the spring 320a (i.e., the first spring 320a) biases the latch 306a in the +X direction so that the latch 306a is pressed against the inner surface of the cover 300, and the spring 320b (i.e., the first spring 320b) biases the latch 306b in the -X direction so that the latch 306b is pressed against the inner surface of the cover 300. For example, each spring 320 (i.e., the first spring) is positioned between the surface of the hinge body 302 and the surfaces of the latches 306a, 306b, respectively.

[0062] Fig. 15B Also shown are hinge mechanisms 342a, 342b that enable the raised toilet seat 306 and the lid 310 to pivot about axis 343. In some examples, one or more of the hinge mechanisms 342a, 342b is a soft-close hinge mechanism that enables the raised toilet seat 306 and / or the lid 110 to be moved from a raised position (e.g., Fig.13 ) is moved relatively slowly to a lowered position (e.g., Figure 3 shown).

[0063] Fig. 15C and Fig.15D The Figure 5 A cross-sectional view along line EE. Fig. 15C The latches 306a, 306b are shown in respective first positions, wherein the latches 306a, 306b are biased against the cover 300 and positioned within the narrow section 334 of the mounting post 330 (at Fig. 15C Not visible in the middle). Fig.15D The latches 306a, 306b are shown in respective second positions, wherein the latches 306a, 306b are moved away from the cover 300 (overcoming the bias of the springs 320a, 320b) and out from the narrow section 334 of the mounting post 330 (at Fig.15D (not visible in the image) away.

[0064] In order to move the latches 306a, 306b from the first position to the second position, a force is applied to the release button 304 to cause the release button 304 to move in the +Z direction against the bias of the spring 318 (i.e., the second spring) (the spring 318 biases the release button in the -Z direction). When the release button 304 moves in the +Z direction, the cam surfaces 304a, 304b (i.e., the first cam surfaces 304a, 304b) of the release button 304 push the corresponding cam surfaces 350a, 350b (i.e., the second cam surfaces 350a, 350b) of the latches 306a, 306b to move the latches 306a, 306b to the corresponding second positions. When in the corresponding second position, the hinge assembly 304 and thereby the toilet seat system 100 can be pulled from the mounting post 330 to be removed from the toilet bowl (e.g., see Fig.13 ). Similarly, the hinge assembly 304 and the toilet seat system 100 can be mounted to the mounting post 330 to attach the toilet seat system 100 to the toilet bowl (see, for example, Fig.12 ).

[0065] like Fig. 15C and Fig.15D As shown, when the hinge assembly 104 is mounted on the mounting bracket 308, the alignment post 332 is received in the alignment opening 360. More specifically, when the hinge assembly 104 is mounted on the mounting bracket 308, the alignment post 332 slides into the alignment opening 360 to guide the hinge assembly 104 and properly orient the hinge assembly 104, thereby properly orienting the toilet seat assembly 100 on the toilet bowl.

[0066] Although this specification includes many details, these should not be interpreted as limitations on the scope of the present disclosure or the scope that can be claimed, but should be interpreted as descriptions of features specific to a particular embodiment. Certain features described in the context of a separate embodiment in this specification may also be implemented in combination in a single embodiment. On the contrary, the various features described in the context of a single embodiment may also be implemented individually or in any suitable sub-combination in multiple embodiments. In addition, although features may be described above as working in certain combinations, and even initially claimed as such, one or more features from the claimed combination may be removed from the combination in some cases, and the claimed combination may be directed to a variation of a sub-combination or a sub-combination.

[0067] Similarly, although operations are depicted in a particular order in the accompanying drawings, this should not be understood as requiring such operations to be performed in the particular order shown or in a continuous order, or requiring the execution of all illustrated operations to achieve the desired result. In some cases, multitasking and parallel processing may be advantageous. In addition, the separation of various system components in the above implementations should not be understood as requiring such separation in all implementations, and it should be understood that the described program components and systems can generally be integrated together in a single software product or encapsulated in multiple software products.

[0068] Many embodiments have been described. However, it will be appreciated that various modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure. For example, various forms of the processes shown above may be used, with steps reordered, added, or removed. Therefore, other embodiments are within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A quick-release mechanism for a toilet seat, comprising two mounting brackets for fixing to a toilet bowl, characterized in that: Also included are two latches and a movable release button disposed on the toilet seat and movable between corresponding first and second positions, the latches corresponding one to one with the mounting brackets; When the latch is located at the corresponding first position, the latch is engaged with the corresponding mounting bracket; When the latch is located at the corresponding second position, the latch is disengaged from the corresponding mounting bracket; The two latches are synchronously moved from the corresponding first position to the corresponding second position respectively through the release button.

2. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The release button is provided with two first cam surfaces, and the latch is provided with two second cam surfaces corresponding to the first cam surfaces one by one. The second cam surfaces are inclined relative to the moving path of the release button, and the two second cam surfaces are respectively pressed against the corresponding second cam surfaces.

3. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting bracket is provided with a mounting post and a narrow section located on the mounting post, wherein the diameter of the narrow section is smaller than the diameter of the mounting post; the latch is provided with a first hole for the corresponding mounting post to pass through, the first hole is provided with a first end and a second end, the diameter of the first end is not smaller than the diameter of the mounting post, and the diameter of the second end is not smaller than the diameter of the narrow section and not larger than the diameter of the mounting post; When the latch is located at the first position corresponding to the first position, the narrow section is located at the first end corresponding to the first hole; When the latch is located at the second position corresponding to the second position, the narrow section is located at the second end corresponding to the first hole.

4. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: It also includes a cover for being set on the toilet seat, wherein a hinged body is provided inside the cover, and channels corresponding to the two latches are opened on the hinged body. The latches are all arranged in the hinged body and slideably cooperate with the corresponding channels respectively. The release button is arranged on the hinged body and passes through the cover.

5. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: A first spring for pressing the latch against the inner surface of the cover is provided between the surface of each latch and the surface of the hinged body.

6. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The mounting bracket is provided with an alignment post, the hinged body is provided with an alignment opening facing the alignment post, and the alignment post is inserted into the alignment opening.

7. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: A second spring capable of extending and retracting along the moving path of the release button is also provided in the hinged body, and the second spring abuts against the release button.

8. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cover is provided with a hinge mechanism for rotating with the toilet seat and the cover respectively.

9. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: A second hole is provided on the mounting bracket, and a bolt for inserting into the mounting hole of the toilet bar is provided in the second hole. A centering nut is provided on the bolt, and the centering nut is threadably connected to the bolt in an adjustable manner. The mounting bracket is fixed to the mounting bracket via the centering nut.

10. The toilet seat quick disassembly mechanism according to claim 9, characterized in that: The bolt is also sleeved with a nut, which is threadably connected to the bolt in an adjustable manner, so as to tighten the bolt and fasten the mounting bracket to the toilet bowl.