Intelligent closestool flushing mechanism and intelligent closestool

Abstract

The flushing mechanism comprises a shell and a surface cover, the shell is fixedly installed on the rear portion of a toilet seat body, a control module for controlling the flushing function of the toilet is arranged in the shell, the shell is provided with at least one function opening, the surface cover movably covers the top face of the shell, and the surface cover is arranged on the surface of the shell. And the surface cover opens or shields the functional opening. According to the intelligent closestool flushing mechanism, the function opening is designed in the top face of the shell, and the flushing key is arranged on the function opening and covered and hidden through the face cover, so that the flushing key is prevented from influencing the appearance of a closestool, and the overall appearance of the closestool is more concise; the power connection assembly connected with the external power supply is designed at the functional port, and the power connection assembly is arranged on the top surface of the shell and covered and hidden by the surface cover, so that the problem of the placement space of the power supply module is effectively solved, and the appearance of the closestool is not influenced; in addition, due to the sealing design of the flushing key and the power connection assembly, water is prevented from entering the shell to affect the functions of the closestool.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bathroom product technology, specifically to an intelligent toilet flushing mechanism and an intelligent toilet. Background Technology

[0002] The flushing function of a smart toilet typically involves a mechanical button and a power module. When the smart toilet is powered on, pressing the mechanical button activates the flushing function; in the event of a power outage, the power module supplies power to the main unit, and pressing the mechanical button then activates the flushing function, thus achieving a power outage flushing function. Alternatively, if the smart seat only uses touchscreen buttons, a separate mechanical button is required for the power outage flushing function. Current toilet designs often place the mechanical button on the side or top of the smart seat, affecting the overall appearance; the power module is usually placed inside the main unit and ceramic toilet seat, but the space under these components is limited, and if other components are already arranged, there is no space to place the power module.

[0003] In view of this, the inventors of this application have invented an intelligent toilet flushing mechanism and an intelligent toilet. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a smart toilet flushing mechanism and a smart toilet with a simple structure, reasonable design and simple appearance.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an intelligent toilet flushing mechanism, comprising a housing and a cover, wherein the housing is fixedly installed at the rear of the toilet seat, the housing is provided with a control module for controlling the toilet flushing function, the housing is provided with at least one function port, and the cover is movably closed on the top surface of the housing, the cover being open or covering the function port.

[0006] Furthermore, the function port is provided with a flushing button, and / or, the function port is provided with a power connection component for connecting to an external power source.

[0007] Furthermore, the flushing button includes a pressing component and an actuating component. The pressing component is located at the function port on the top surface of the housing, and the actuating component is located inside the housing and is linked with the pressing component. Pressing the pressing component triggers the actuating component, which in turn triggers the control module to open the flushing function of the toilet. The actuating component is a micro switch, a push-button switch, or a button box.

[0008] Furthermore, a silicone element is provided between the pressing element and the actuating element, and the silicone element is sealed to the functional port.

[0009] Furthermore, the power connection assembly includes a plug-in terminal for electrical connection with an external power source, the plug-in terminal extending into the functional port and having a sealing ring between it and the functional port.

[0010] Furthermore, the top of the mating terminal is provided with a sealing plug that is detachably connected to the mating terminal to cover or open the mating terminal.

[0011] Furthermore, the housing is provided with a mating step corresponding to the functional port, the mating step is provided with a mating hole, the bottom surface of the sealing plug is provided with a mating post, the mating post is sealed and inserted into the mating hole, and the sealing plug is sealed and mated with the mating step.

[0012] Furthermore, the mating terminal is provided with mounting ribs, which are sealed and pressed against the bottom end of the mating hole.

[0013] Furthermore, the bottom surface of the sealing plug is provided with a mounting flange, which is sealed and embedded into the top end of the mating terminal.

[0014] Furthermore, the faceplate is hinged to the housing, or the faceplate is detachably mounted to the housing.

[0015] A smart toilet includes the aforementioned flushing mechanism, wherein the housing is detachably mounted on the ceramic seat of the smart toilet.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0017] This utility model relates to an intelligent toilet flushing mechanism. By designing a functional opening on the top surface of the casing, the flushing button is located within this opening and concealed by a cover, preventing the flushing button from affecting the toilet's appearance and resulting in a cleaner, more aesthetically pleasing overall design. Furthermore, by incorporating a power connection component for external power supply within the functional opening and concealing this component on the top surface of the casing with a cover, the space issue for the power module is effectively resolved without compromising the toilet's appearance. Additionally, the airtight design of the flushing button and power connection component prevents moisture from entering the casing and affecting the toilet's functionality. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the flushing mechanism in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the faceplate and shell parts of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the flushing mechanism in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the flushing mechanism in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the flushing button in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the power connection component in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the power connection component connecting to an external power source in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the flushing button in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0027] 10-Shell,

[0028] 11-Functional port, 12-Matching step, 13-Matching hole

[0029] 20-Top Cover,

[0030] 30 - Flush button,

[0031] 31-Pressing component, 32-Micro switch, 33-Clip cover, 34-Silicone component, 35-Button PCB board, 36-Tactile button, 37-Button board box.

[0032] 40 - Electrical connection components

[0033] 41-Matching terminal, 411-Mounting rib, 412-Hanging lug, 42-Sealing ring, 43-Sealing plug, 431-Matching post, 432-Mounting flange.

[0034] 50 - External power supply. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0036] It should be noted that in this utility model, the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", and "outer" are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element of this utility model must have a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0037] Example 1

[0038] Cooperate Figures 1 to 7 As shown, this utility model discloses an intelligent toilet flushing mechanism for driving and realizing the flushing function of an intelligent toilet.

[0039] A smart toilet flushing mechanism includes a housing 10 and a cover 20. The housing 10 is fixedly installed at the rear of a toilet seat (not shown). The housing 10 is provided with a control module for controlling the toilet flushing function. The housing is provided with at least one function port 11. The cover 20 is movably closed on the top surface of the housing. The cover can open or cover the function port 11.

[0040] The housing 10 is detachably installed at the rear of the ceramic toilet seat, and the control components of the smart toilet are installed inside the housing 10. A function port 11 is provided in the housing 10, through which functional components, such as the flush button 30 and the power connection component 40, are installed. The function port is opened or covered by a cover 20, making the overall appearance of the toilet simple and elegant.

[0041] The function port 11 is provided with a flushing button 30, and / or the function port is provided with a power connection component 40 for connecting to an external power source.

[0042] The number of function ports 11 is one, and function port 11 is used to set either the flush button 300 or the power connection component 40; alternatively, two function ports 11 can be directly provided, one for the flush button 30 and the other for the power connection component 40. The flush button 30 is located on the top surface of the housing 10 and covered and hidden by the cover 20 to prevent the flush button 30 from affecting the appearance of the toilet, making the overall appearance of the toilet more concise and aesthetically pleasing. Similarly, placing the power connection component 40 on the top surface of the housing 10 avoids affecting the appearance of the toilet and also solves the space problem for placing the power module. In this embodiment, the housing 10 has two function ports 11, one for the flush button 30 and the other for the power connection component 40.

[0043] The flush button 30 is directly activated when the toilet is powered on. Pressing the flush button 30 drives the control module to start the toilet's flushing function. When the toilet is powered off, the power supply component 40 connects to an external power source 50 to power the control module, and pressing the flush button 30 then activates the flushing function. The flush button 30 is a mechanical button, which can serve as the sole flush button or as a supplement to the touch-sensitive flush button, replacing the touch-sensitive flush button to start the flushing function when the toilet is powered off.

[0044] In other embodiments, the flush button 30 is activated directly when the toilet is powered off. When the mains power fails, the user can directly press the flush button 30 to activate the toilet's flushing function; alternatively, when the mains power fails, the user can connect the power supply component 40 to an external power source 50 to supply power to the control module, and then press the original control button to activate the toilet's flushing function, such as a touch button.

[0045] The face cover 30 is movably closed with the housing 10, meaning the face cover 20 can be opened at any time to expose the flushing button 30 and the power connection component 40 for easy user operation. The face cover 20 and the housing 10 can be connected, such as hinged on one side, or they can be independent structures without connection. In use, the face cover 20 can be simply removed.

[0046] Cooperate Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the flush button 30 is designed as follows: The flush button 30 includes a pressing element 31 and an actuating element. The pressing element 31 is located at the function port 11 on the top surface of the housing 10. The actuating element is located inside the housing and is linked with the pressing element 31. Pressing the pressing element 31 triggers the actuating element, which in turn triggers the control module to open the flushing function of the toilet. The actuating element can be a micro switch, a push-button switch, or a button box. The pressing element 31 is made of PET (polyethylene terephthalate). The flush button 30 is used to directly press the pressing element 31, which is attached to the top surface of the housing 10. In this embodiment, the actuating element is a micro switch 32. Specifically, the micro switch 32 is first locked onto a pressure cover 33 and fixed inside the housing. The pressing element 31 can link with the micro switch 32. Pressing the pressing element 31 triggers the micro switch 32, which in turn triggers the control module to open the flushing function of the toilet.

[0047] Furthermore, a silicone element 34 is provided between the pressing member 31 and the micro switch 32, and the silicone element 34 is sealed to the function port 11. The silicone element 34, positioned between the pressing member 31 and the micro switch 32, and sealingly fitted with the function port 11 of the housing 10, enhances the pressing feel and effectively prevents moisture from entering the housing 10 through the function port 11, thus protecting the relevant components inside the housing 10.

[0048] Cooperate Figures 3 to 4 , Figures 6 to 7As shown, the power connection assembly 40 is designed as follows: The power connection assembly 40 includes a plug-in terminal 41, which is used for electrical connection with an external power supply 50. The plug-in terminal 41 extends into the functional port 11, and a sealing ring 42 is provided between the plug-in terminal 41 and the functional port 11. A sealing plug 43 is provided at the top of the plug-in terminal 41, which is detachably connected to the plug-in terminal 41 to cover or open the plug-in terminal 41. The plug-in terminal 41 is fixed inside the housing 11 for connection with the external power supply 40. The sealing ring 42 is provided to prevent moisture from entering the housing 10 from between the plug-in terminal 41 and the housing 10. The sealing plug 43 is provided to prevent the plug-in terminal 41 from getting damp and affecting its use. In use, the sealing plug 43 is opened, and the external power supply 50 is connected to the plug-in terminal 41 to supply power to the control module. After use, the external power supply 50 is removed, and the sealing plug 43 is resealed and inserted into the functional port 11 to seal the plug-in terminal 41. By connecting the power supply component 40 to the external power supply 50, the problem of installation space for the power module is effectively solved.

[0049] The sealing plug 43 is fitted as follows: the housing 10 has a mating step 12 corresponding to the functional port 11, the mating step 12 has a mating hole 13, and the bottom surface of the sealing plug has a mating post 431. The mating post 431 is sealed and inserted into the mating hole 13, and the sealing plug 43 is sealed and fitted with the mating step 12. The bottom surface of the sealing plug 43 has a mounting flange 432, which is sealed and embedded in the top end of the mating terminal 42. The sealing plug 43 is made of silicone. The mating post 431 is sealed and fitted with the mating hole 13 and can move up and down along the mating hole 13. At the same time, the mounting flange 432 is sealed and fitted with the top end of the mating terminal 41, and the sealing plug 43 is sealed and fitted with the mating step 12, preventing moisture from entering the housing 10 and preventing the mating terminal 41 from getting damp, thus avoiding affecting the use of the electrical connection assembly 40.

[0050] The mating terminal 41 is provided with mounting ribs 411, which are sealed and pressed against the bottom end of the mating hole 13. Specifically, the mating terminal 41 has two lugs 412 on both sides, and screw holes are provided on the lugs 412 for locking and fixing with the housing 10. The mounting ribs 411 are formed by extending outward from one side of the lug 412.

[0051] This utility model also discloses an intelligent toilet, including the aforementioned flushing mechanism, wherein the housing 10 is detachably installed on the ceramic seat of the toilet. When the toilet is powered on, open the cover 20, press the flush button 30, and trigger the control module to start the toilet flushing function; after the toilet is powered off, open the cover 20, pull out the sealing plug 43, connect the external power supply 50 to the plug terminal 41 to power the control module, press the flush button 30, and trigger the control module to start the toilet flushing function. After the toilet has finished flushing, unplug the external power supply 50, tighten the sealing plug 43, and close the cover 20.

[0052] Example 2

[0053] The main difference between this embodiment and Embodiment 1 lies in the design of the actuating component in the flush button 30. In this embodiment, the flush button 30 includes a pressing component 31 and an actuating component. The actuating component includes a button PCB board 35 and a tactile button 36 disposed on the button PCB board 35. The button PCB board 35 is locked and fixed to a button board box 37, which is fixed inside the housing. Sealant is applied between the button PCB board 35 and the button board box 37 to prevent external moisture from entering the PCB board. This design is low-cost and simple in structure. A silicone component 34 is provided between the tactile button 36 and the pressing component 31, and the silicone component 34 is sealed to the function port 11 to prevent moisture from entering. Pressing the pressing component 31 triggers the tactile button 36 on the button PCB board 35, thereby triggering the control module to open the toilet's flushing function.

[0054] The above description is merely a preferred 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 scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A smart toilet flushing mechanism, characterized by: The utility model provides a flush mechanism of intelligent closestool, which comprises a shell and a cover, the shell is fixedly installed at the rear of a closestool seat body, a control module for controlling the flushing function of the closestool is arranged in the shell, the shell is provided with at least one function port, and the cover is movably covered on the top surface of the shell and opens or covers the function port.

2. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism according to claim 1, wherein: A flush button is arranged at the function port, and / or an electricity connection assembly for connecting an external power source is arranged at the function port.

3. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism according to claim 2, wherein: The flush button comprises a pressing piece and an actuating piece, the pressing piece is arranged at the function port on the top surface of the shell, the actuating piece is located in the shell and is linked with the pressing piece, the pressing piece is pressed to trigger the actuating piece, and then the flushing function of the closestool is triggered by the control module; the actuating piece is a micro switch, a button switch or a button box; a silica gel piece is arranged between the pressing piece and the actuating piece, and the silica gel piece is sealingly matched with the function port.

4. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism according to claim 2, wherein: The electricity connection assembly comprises a pair of plug-in terminals, the pair of plug-in terminals are used for electrically connecting with an external power source, the pair of plug-in terminals extend into the function port and are provided with a sealing ring between the pair of plug-in terminals and the function port.

5. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism according to claim 4, wherein: A sealing plug is arranged at the top end of the pair of plug-in terminals and is detachably connected with the pair of plug-in terminals to shield or open the pair of plug-in terminals.

6. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism according to claim 5, wherein: The shell is provided with a matching step corresponding to the function port, the matching step is provided with a matching hole, the bottom surface of the sealing plug is provided with a matching column, the matching column is sealingly inserted into the matching hole, and the sealing plug is sealingly matched with the matching step.

7. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism according to claim 6, wherein: The pair of plug-in terminals are provided with mounting ribs, and the mounting ribs are sealingly compressed at the bottom end of the matching hole.

8. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism of claim 5, wherein: The bottom surface of the sealing plug is provided with a mounting convex edge, and the mounting convex edge is sealingly embedded in the top end of the pair of plug-in terminals.

9. The intelligent toilet flushing mechanism of claim 1, wherein: The cover is hingedly connected to the shell, or the cover is detachably mounted on the shell.

10. A smart toilet, characterized by: The utility model provides a flush mechanism of intelligent closestool, which comprises a shell and a cover, the shell is fixedly installed at the rear of a closestool seat body, a control module for controlling the flushing function of the closestool is arranged in the shell, the shell is provided with at least one function port, and the cover is movably covered on the top surface of the shell and opens or covers the function port.

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