Cat litter basin

Abstract

The cat litter basin comprises a cat litter basin body, a first containing space with an opening in the top is formed in the cat litter basin body, the first containing space is used for containing cat litter, and the bottom face of the first containing space is an arc face. A high-position end and a low-position end are formed on the cat litter basin body in the extending direction of the arc face, the height of the high-position end in the vertical direction is larger than that of the low-position end, and the low-position end serves as a cat litter ball discharging end. The cat litter shoveling teeth are used for screening cat litter balls, the cat litter shoveling teeth are rotationally connected with the cat litter basin body so that the outer ends of the cat litter shoveling teeth can move from the high-position end to the low-position end along the arc surface, and the rotating radius of the cat litter shoveling teeth is consistent with the arc radius of the arc surface; according to the cat litter ball shoveling device, the cat litter ball shoveling efficiency can be improved, the cat litter balls can be shoveled out more smoothly, and labor is saved during operation of the cat litter ball shoveling device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cat litter box technology, and in particular to a novel cat litter box. Background Technology

[0002] A litter box is primarily used as a toilet for pet cats. It holds cat litter, and after a cat uses the litter box, its feces combine with the litter to form clumps. Cat owners need to regularly clean these clumps. Currently, litter boxes are generally divided into manual and electric types. Manual litter boxes typically require a hand scoop to remove the clumps. The advantage of manual litter boxes is their lower cost. However, their main disadvantages include frequent maintenance (requiring multiple scoops daily, which is time-consuming and laborious), poor odor control (especially in summer when bacteria and odors easily grow), and issues such as litter accumulation in open designs and odor buildup in closed designs. While electric litter boxes are less strenuous, they also have significant drawbacks. These include high initial costs and ongoing consumable expenses, larger size and space requirements, potential noise pollution, incomplete removal of soft feces leading to residue buildup, the need to be compatible with specific litter types, and potential safety hazards due to mechanical operation (such as the risk of a cat getting stuck). In addition, electric models are complicated to maintain (requiring regular cleaning of parts, replacement of litter bags and deodorizing consumables, etc.), and have limited adaptability to multi-cat households or large cats. More importantly, during operation, they generally use a motor to drive the litter scoop along a certain trajectory to sift out litter clumps, and the litter clumps are not discharged smoothly, and they are easy to fall off during the scooping process. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a cat litter box that can improve the efficiency of removing cat litter clumps, making it easier to remove cat litter clumps and saving effort in operation.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a cat litter box, comprising:

[0005] The litter box body has a first receiving space with a top opening, which is used to receive cat litter. The bottom surface of the first receiving space is an arc surface. The litter box body has a high end and a low end along the extension direction of the arc surface. The high end is higher than the low end in the vertical direction. The low end serves as the discharge end of the cat litter clump.

[0006] The litter scoop teeth are used to sift litter clumps. The litter scoop teeth are rotatably connected to the litter box body so that the outer end of the litter scoop teeth can move along the arc surface from the high end to the low end. The rotation radius of the litter scoop teeth is the same as the arc radius of the arc surface.

[0007] A drive mechanism is connected to the litter scoop teeth, and the drive mechanism is used to drive the litter scoop teeth to move.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the driving mechanism includes a lifting handle and a transmission mechanism. The lifting handle is connected to the cat litter scoop teeth through the transmission mechanism, and the lifting handle drives the cat litter scoop teeth to move.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the lifting handle has a U-shaped structure and is designed to span across the width of the litter box body. The two sides of the litter scoop teeth are respectively connected to the litter scoop teeth through the transmission mechanism. The transmission mechanism includes a first gear and a second gear. The first gear is connected to the litter scoop teeth, and the second gear is connected to the lifting handle. The first gear and the second gear mesh with each other.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the litter box body has downwardly recessed receiving openings on both sides, the first gear and the second gear are located in the receiving openings, the receiving openings extend to the top of the litter box body, a mounting plate is provided at the receiving openings, the mounting plate closes the receiving openings from one side, and the lifting handle is hinged to the mounting plate.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, a limiting part is provided on the lifting handle, and the limiting part cooperates with the high end to limit the rotation of the lifting handle.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, a second accommodating space is formed on the litter box body at the lower end, and an opening is formed at the top of the second accommodating space.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, a storage box is provided in the second accommodating space, and the top opening of the storage box corresponds to the top opening of the second accommodating space.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the top opening of the second accommodating space is provided with a cover plate, the cover plate is rotatably installed at the top opening of the second accommodating space, and a locking button is provided between the cover plate and the litter box body.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the front end of the litter box body is formed with an inlet / outlet opening that communicates with the second accommodating space, and the inlet / outlet opening corresponds to the storage box.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the driving mechanism includes a rotating handle and a transmission mechanism. The rotating handle and the transmission mechanism are disposed on one side of the litter box body, and the rotating handle is connected to one side of the litter scoop teeth through the transmission mechanism.

[0017] This utility model provides a cat litter box, which includes a litter box body, litter scoop teeth, and a drive mechanism. Cat litter is placed in the first receiving space of the litter box body. Since the bottom surface of the litter box body is an arc surface, and the rotation radius of the litter scoop teeth is consistent with the arc radius of the arc surface, and the litter box body has a high end and a low end along the extension direction of the arc surface, when working, the drive mechanism drives the litter scoop teeth to rotate along the arc surface to complete the sifting of cat litter clumps, and in the process of rotation, the cat litter clumps are discharged from the low end of the first receiving space. The entire process of scooping out cat litter clumps is smoother and the efficiency of scooping out cat litter clumps is improved. In addition, the litter box in this embodiment uses the drive mechanism to drive the litter scoop teeth to rotate and bring out the cat litter clumps, which is more labor-saving than manually scooping out cat litter clumps.

[0018] The above description is merely an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of this utility model more obvious and understandable, specific embodiments of this utility model are given below. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of a cat litter box in Example 1 is shown;

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a three-dimensional structure of a cat litter box is shown in Embodiment 1;

[0021] Figure 3 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the cat litter box body in Embodiment 1 is shown;

[0022] Figure 4 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the cat litter scoop teeth in Example 1 is shown;

[0023] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a three-dimensional structure of a cat litter box is shown in Embodiment 2.

[0024] In the diagram: 10. Litter box body; 30. Litter scoop teeth; 40. Storage box; 50. Cover plate; 60. Mounting plate; 101. First accommodating space; 102. Arc surface; 103. Beveled edge; 104. Second accommodating space; 105. Inlet / outlet opening; 106. Low end; 107. Accommodating opening; 108. High end; 201. Lifting handle; 202. Limiting part; 203. Transmission mechanism; 204. Rotating handle; 2031. First gear; 301. Scoop tooth bracket; 302. Connecting bracket; 303. Toothed shaft; 304. Reinforcing rib; 305. Toothed part; 306. Sorting space; 401. Pull-out opening. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0026] Example 1: See Figures 1 to 4 This utility model embodiment provides a cat litter box, including:

[0027] The litter box body 10 has a first receiving space 101 with a top opening. The first receiving space 101 is used to receive cat litter. The bottom surface of the first receiving space 101 is an arc surface 102. The litter box body 10 has a high end 108 and a low end 106 along the extension direction of the arc surface 102. The high end 108 is higher than the low end 106 in the vertical direction. The low end 106 serves as the discharge end of the cat litter clump.

[0028] The cat litter scoop teeth 30 are used to sift cat litter clumps. The cat litter scoop teeth 30 are rotatably connected to the cat litter box body 10 so that the outer end of the cat litter scoop teeth 30 can move from the high end to the low end along the arc surface 102. The rotation radius of the cat litter scoop teeth 30 is consistent with the arc radius of the arc surface 102.

[0029] The drive mechanism is connected to the cat litter scoop teeth 30 and is used to drive the cat litter scoop teeth 30 to move.

[0030] This embodiment provides a litter box, which includes a litter box body 10, litter scoop teeth 30, and a drive mechanism. The litter is placed in the first receiving space 101 of the litter box body 10. Since the bottom surface of the litter box body 10 is an arc surface 102, and the rotation radius of the litter scoop teeth 30 is consistent with the arc radius of the arc surface 102, and the litter box body 10 has a high end 108 and a low end 106 along the extension direction of the arc surface 102, when working, the drive mechanism drives the litter scoop teeth 30 to rotate along the arc surface 102 to complete the sifting of litter clumps, and discharges the litter clumps from the low end of the first receiving space 101 during the rotation process. The entire litter clump scooping process is smoother and the litter clump scooping efficiency is improved. In addition, since it has a high end 108 and a low end 106, it is more convenient for pet cats to enter and exit the first receiving space 101 from the low end 106, and the operation process is also very labor-saving.

[0031] In a further embodiment of this invention, the driving mechanism includes a lifting handle 201 and a transmission mechanism 203. The lifting handle 201 is connected to the cat litter scoop teeth 30 through the transmission mechanism 203, and the lifting handle 201 drives the cat litter scoop teeth 30 to move.

[0032] In a further embodiment of this invention, the lifting handle 201 is designed to span across the width of the litter box body 10. The two sides of the litter scoop teeth 30 are connected to the litter scoop teeth 30 through a transmission mechanism 203. The transmission mechanism 203 includes a first gear 2031 and a second gear (not shown in the figure). The first gear 2031 is connected to the litter scoop teeth 30, and the second gear is connected to the lifting handle 201. The first gear 2031 and the second gear mesh with each other.

[0033] In this embodiment, the cat litter scoop teeth 30 are driven by lifting the handle 201, which not only makes the whole thing easy to use, but also makes the overall structure more compact.

[0034] In a further embodiment of this invention, recessed receiving openings 107 are formed on both sides of the litter box body 10. The first gear 2031 and the second gear are located in the receiving openings 107. The receiving openings 107 extend to the top of the litter box body 10. A mounting plate 60 is provided at the receiving openings 107. The mounting plate 60 closes the receiving openings 107 from one side. The lifting handle 201 is hinged to the mounting plate 60.

[0035] In this embodiment, placing the first gear 2031 and the second gear in the receiving port 107 not only enhances safety but also saves space. Furthermore, by sealing the receiving port 107 with the mounting plate 60, installation is not only convenient but also enhances safety by sealing the side of the receiving port 107.

[0036] In a further embodiment of this invention, a limiting part 202 is provided on the lifting handle 201, and the limiting part 202 cooperates with the high end 108 to limit the rotation of the lifting handle 201.

[0037] In this embodiment, the lifting handle 201 is limited by the limiting part 202, thereby limiting the cat litter scoop teeth 30 when not in operation. In addition, since the first gear 2031 and the second gear are meshed, the meshing position of the first gear 2031 and the second gear can be adjusted so that the cat litter scoop teeth 30 is limited to near the high end 108 when not in operation, preventing the cat litter scoop teeth 30 from staying inside the first accommodating space 101 and affecting the usable space of the first accommodating space 101 and the entry of the pet cat.

[0038] In a further embodiment of this invention, a second receiving space 104 is formed on the litter box body 10 at the lower end 106, and an opening is formed at the top of the second receiving space 104.

[0039] In this embodiment, a second accommodating space 104 is formed at the lower end 106, which makes it easier for cat litter balls to enter the second accommodating space 104.

[0040] In a further embodiment of this invention, a storage box 40 is provided in the second accommodating space 104, and the top opening of the storage box 40 corresponds to the top opening of the second accommodating space 104.

[0041] In this embodiment, the cat litter clumps are scooped out and placed into the storage box 40 for easy collection.

[0042] In a further embodiment of this invention, a cover plate 50 is provided at the top opening of the second accommodating space 104. The cover plate 50 is rotatably installed at the top opening of the second accommodating space 104, and a locking button is provided between the cover plate 50 and the litter box body 10.

[0043] In a further embodiment of this invention, the front end of the litter box body 10 is formed with an inlet opening 105 that communicates with the second accommodating space 104, and the inlet opening 105 corresponds to the storage box 40.

[0044] The inlet / outlet 105 in this embodiment facilitates the removal of the storage box 40 for litter disposal, improving ease of use. In addition, a pull-out opening 401 is provided on the front surface of the storage box 40, which facilitates the removal of the storage box 40 by applying force.

[0045] The cat litter shovel teeth 30 in this embodiment include a shovel tooth support 301. The rear end of the shovel tooth support 301 forms a rearwardly extending connecting support 302. A toothed shaft 303 is provided on the outer side of the rear end of the connecting support 302. Mounting holes are provided on both sides of the first receiving space 101. The toothed shaft 303 is rotatably mounted in the mounting holes and passes through the mounting holes to mesh with the toothed center hole of the first gear 2031. In addition, a plurality of toothed portions 305 are arranged at equal intervals at the front end of the shovel tooth support 301. There is a screening space 306 between every two adjacent toothed portions 305. The screening space 306 narrows from the front end to the rear end. In addition, all screening spaces 306 are connected to at least one reinforcing rib 304.

[0046] The litter scoop teeth 30 in this embodiment are not only strong and structurally stable, but also make it easier to sift out litter clumps.

[0047] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the top edge of the first accommodating space 101 is formed with a downwardly extending oblique edge 103 to form a high end 108 and a low end 106 on the litter box body 10.

[0048] Example 2: See Figure 5 As shown, the difference between this embodiment and embodiment 1 lies only in the driving mechanism. The driving mechanism in this embodiment includes a rotating handle 204 and a transmission mechanism 203. The rotating handle 204 and the transmission mechanism 203 are located on one side of the cat litter box body 10. The rotating handle 204 is connected to one side of the cat litter scoop teeth 30 through the transmission mechanism 203.

[0049] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. Furthermore, the described specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of those different embodiments or examples.

[0050] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0051] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A cat litter box, characterized in that, include: The litter box body has a first receiving space with a top opening, which is used to receive cat litter. The bottom surface of the first receiving space is an arc surface. The litter box body has a high end and a low end along the extension direction of the arc surface. The high end is higher than the low end in the vertical direction. The low end serves as the discharge end of the cat litter clump. The litter scoop teeth are used to sift litter clumps. The litter scoop teeth are rotatably connected to the litter box body so that the outer end of the litter scoop teeth can move along the arc surface from the high end to the low end. The rotation radius of the litter scoop teeth is the same as the arc radius of the arc surface. A drive mechanism is connected to the litter scoop teeth, and the drive mechanism is used to drive the litter scoop teeth to move.

2. The litter box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive mechanism includes a lifting handle and a transmission mechanism. The lifting handle is connected to the cat litter scoop teeth through the transmission mechanism, and the lifting handle drives the cat litter scoop teeth to move.

3. The litter box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The handle is U-shaped and extends across the width of the litter box body. The litter scoop teeth are connected to both sides of the litter scoop teeth via a transmission mechanism. The transmission mechanism includes a first gear and a second gear. The first gear is connected to the litter scoop teeth, and the second gear is connected to the handle. The first gear and the second gear mesh with each other.

4. The litter box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The litter box body has recessed openings on both sides. The first gear and the second gear are located in the openings. The openings extend to the top of the litter box body. A mounting plate is provided at the openings. The mounting plate closes the openings from one side. The lifting handle is hinged to the mounting plate.

5. The litter box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lifting handle is provided with a limiting part, which cooperates with the high end to limit the rotation of the lifting handle.

6. The litter box according to claim 1, characterized in that, A second receiving space is formed on the body of the litter box and at the lower end, and an opening is formed at the top of the second receiving space.

7. The litter box according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second accommodating space is provided with a storage box, and the top opening of the storage box corresponds to the top opening of the second accommodating space.

8. The litter box according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that, The top opening of the second accommodating space is provided with a cover plate, which is rotatably installed at the top opening of the second accommodating space, and a locking button is provided between the cover plate and the litter box body.

9. The litter box according to claim 7, characterized in that, The front end of the litter box body has an inlet / outlet that communicates with the second accommodating space, and the inlet / outlet corresponds to the storage box.

10. The litter box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive mechanism includes a rotating handle and a transmission mechanism. The rotating handle and the transmission mechanism are located on one side of the litter box body. The rotating handle is connected to one side of the litter scoop teeth through the transmission mechanism.

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