Urinalysis device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of intelligent closestools, and provides a urinalysis device. The plug is used for plugging the detection hole; the driving assembly is used for driving the plug to move close to or away from the detection hole; and the sensing assembly and the first identification piece are arranged on the plug and / or the driving assembly, and the sensing assembly is used for sensing the first identification piece so as to confirm whether the plug blocks the detection hole or not. On the basis, normal operation of the closestool can be guaranteed, water leakage is avoided, and user experience is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of smart toilet technology, and more specifically to a urine testing device. Background Technology

[0002] The urine testing toilet is equipped with a urine testing device, which includes a plug and a collection component. The toilet bowl has a detection hole. When not in a urine testing state, the detection hole is sealed by the plug, and the toilet can be used normally. When collecting urine samples, the water seal is first emptied, then the urine testing device retracts the plug, the collection component extends to the sealing ceramic of the detection hole, and pushes out the test strip into the toilet bowl to collect urine. After collection, the urine is tested. After the test is completed, the test strip is retracted, the plug is pushed out to reseal the detection hole, and the toilet seal and normal function are restored.

[0003] However, toilets that use urine testing lack a means of detecting whether the plug is fully extended. If the mechanism malfunctions, the equipment may not be able to detect the abnormal state of the plug, which could lead to toilet leaks and affect the user experience.

[0004] Therefore, this application studies a urine detection device that can detect whether the plug is in a sealed position, ensuring the normal operation of the toilet, preventing leakage, and improving the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to detect whether the plug is in a sealed position, ensure the normal operation of the toilet, prevent water leakage, and improve the user experience, this application provides a urine detection device.

[0006] This application provides a urine testing device, which adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A urine testing device with a detection port in the toilet;

[0008] A plug is used to seal the detection hole;

[0009] A drive assembly for driving the plug to move closer to or further away from the detection hole;

[0010] A sensing component and a first identification element, wherein the first identification element is disposed on the plug and / or the driving component, and the sensing component is used to sense the first identification element to confirm whether the plug blocks the detection hole.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, by setting a first identification element on the plug or drive component and cooperating with the sensing component, it is possible to monitor whether the plug has accurately reached the predetermined position. During the plug reset process after the toilet urine test is completed, if the sensing component detects that the plug has not properly blocked the detection hole, it will at least prevent water from flowing from each pipe of the toilet to the toilet bowl, thus avoiding the risk of water leakage caused by abnormal operation of the mechanism and improving the user experience.

[0012] Optionally, when the first identification element is located at the position corresponding to the sensing component, it is confirmed that the plug blocks the detection hole; or, when the first identification element is not located at the position corresponding to the sensing component, it is confirmed that the plug blocks the detection hole.

[0013] Optionally, the device may also include a collection component for extending out of the detection hole to collect excrement; and a second identification element disposed on the collection component and / or the driving component, wherein the sensing component is used to sense the second identification element to confirm whether the collection component extends out of the detection hole.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, by setting a second identification element on the acquisition component or drive component and cooperating with the sensing component, it is possible to monitor whether the acquisition component accurately reaches the predetermined position. When the sensing component detects that the acquisition component has not properly extended from the detection hole, if it has properly extended from the detection hole, the toilet allows urine collection; if it has not extended from the detection hole, the toilet prohibits urine collection and stops urine testing.

[0015] Optionally, the first or second identification element is a special color block or protrusion, and the sensing component corresponding to the first or second identification element includes a color sensor and a light source. The light source is used to emit light, and the color sensor is used to receive the light reflected back by the first or second identification element.

[0016] Optionally, there may be one or more special color blocks, which are arranged laterally or longitudinally along the plug, the acquisition component, and the drive component. When multiple special color blocks are arranged longitudinally, the drive component moves the plug, the acquisition component, and the drive component to perform sensing.

[0017] Optionally, the special color block is a black color block and / or a white color block.

[0018] Optionally, the first identification element is a black block and a white block disposed on the plug. The black block and the white block are disposed side by side at positions 1 and 2 of the plug. The height of the black block is higher than that of the white block, and the black block can block the light source so that the light source cannot reflect the signal to the color sensor after shining on the black block.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the black block can reduce reflectivity. When the color sensor detects that position 1 is black and position 2 is white, it determines that the plug is in place and the toilet function is restored. Otherwise, the toilet function is disabled, and the device reports the disabled status to the mini-program. The mini-program provides a photo of the device in normal status, which the user can compare and decide whether to unblock and restore the toilet function to normal use. Furthermore, the height of the black block is higher than that of the white block, so that the light source cannot reflect the signal to the color sensor after shining on the black block.

[0020] Optionally, the first identification element is a special color block set on the plug, the special color block including two white color blocks, which are set side by side at position 1 and position 2 of the plug.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, the special color block includes two white color blocks. White color block 8 has the strongest reflective signal and can be used not only to identify whether the plug is blocking the detection hole, but also for calibration.

[0022] Optionally, the first identification element is a protrusion and a white color block disposed on the plug. The protrusion and the white color block are disposed side by side at positions 1 and 2 of the plug. The height of the protrusion is higher than that of the white color block, and the protrusion can block the light source so that the light source cannot reflect the signal to the color sensor after shining on the protrusion.

[0023] Optionally, the second identification element is a special color block disposed on the rack of the driving component. The special color block is a white color block. When the test strip of the acquisition component extends out of the detection hole, the special color block is located at the position corresponding to the color sensor.

[0024] Optionally, white blocks are arranged side by side at positions 3 and 4 of the rack, and the height is the same.

[0025] By adopting the above technical solution, after the test strip extends, the color sensor detects the white block on the rack. If the height of the white blocks at positions 3 and 4 is consistent, it is determined that the test strip has extended in place, and the toilet is allowed to collect urine. If it has not extended in place, the toilet is prohibited from collecting urine and the urine test is stopped.

[0026] Optionally, the first or second identification element is a through hole, and the corresponding sensing component includes a light source and a photoelectric sensing component; when the plug blocks the detection hole and / or the acquisition component extends out of the detection hole, the photoelectric sensing component can receive the light emitted by the light source through the through hole; when the plug does not block the detection hole and / or the acquisition component does not extend out of the detection hole, the photoelectric sensing component cannot receive the light emitted by the light source; or, the first or second identification element is a magnet, and the corresponding sensing component is a Hall effect sensor.

[0027] Optionally, when the toilet initiates a urine test, if the collection component extends out of the detection hole, the toilet allows urine collection; if the collection component does not extend out of the detection hole, the toilet stops the urine test function. During the process of resetting the plug after the toilet urine test is completed, if the plug blocks the detection hole, all functions of the toilet are used normally; if the plug does not block the detection hole, at least water from all toilet pipes to the toilet bowl is prohibited.

[0028] Optionally, the sensing component is used to sense the first identification element and to confirm whether the sensing component and / or the first identification element is abnormal; the sensing component senses the first identification element to obtain a detection value, and when the detection value is greater than or equal to a preset value, it confirms that the sensing component and / or the first identification element is abnormal; or, when the detection value is less than the preset value, it confirms that the sensing component and / or the first identification element is abnormal.

[0029] In summary, this application includes the following beneficial technical effects:

[0030] 1. By setting a first identification element on the plug or drive assembly, and cooperating with the sensing component, it is possible to monitor whether the plug has accurately reached the predetermined position. During the plug reset process after the toilet urine test is completed, if the sensing component detects that the plug has not properly blocked the detection hole, it will at least prevent water from flowing from all toilet pipes to the toilet bowl. This avoids the risk of water leakage caused by abnormal operation of the mechanism, thereby improving the user experience.

[0031] 2. By setting a second identification element on the acquisition component or drive component, and cooperating with the sensing component, it is possible to monitor whether the acquisition component accurately reaches the predetermined position. When the sensing component detects that the acquisition component has not properly extended from the detection hole, if it has properly extended from the detection hole, the toilet allows urine collection; if it has not extended from the detection hole, the toilet prohibits urine collection and stops urine testing.

[0032] 3. The black color block reduces reflectivity. When the color sensor detects that position 1 is black and position 2 is white, it determines that the plug is in place and the toilet function is restored. Otherwise, the toilet function is disabled, and the device reports the disabled status to the mini-program. The mini-program provides a photo of the device in normal condition, which the user can compare and decide whether to unblock and restore the toilet function to normal use. Furthermore, the height of the black color block is higher than that of the white color block, so that the light source shining on the black color block cannot reflect the signal to the color sensor.

[0033] 4. The special color blocks include two white color blocks. The white color blocks reflect the strongest signal and can be used not only to identify whether the plug is blocking the detection hole, but also for calibration.

[0034] 5. After the test strip extends, the color sensor detects the white block on the rack, and the heights of the white blocks at positions 3 and 4 are consistent. If so, the test strip is determined to be extended in place and the urine test function can be performed. Otherwise, the toilet function is disabled or the plug needs to be reset. Attached Figure Description

[0035] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other embodiments can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0036] In the diagram:

[0037] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the urine testing device in the embodiment of this application, which can identify whether the plug and the collection component are in place;

[0038] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram showing the plug in a urine testing device that can identify whether the plug and the collection component are in place, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0039] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the cooperation between the plug and the sensing component in a urine testing device that can identify whether the plug and the collection component are in place, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0040] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the urine testing device in this application, which can identify whether the plug and the collection component are in place, and the cooperation between the plug and the identification component;

[0041] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram showing the cooperation between the collection component and the rack in a urine testing device that can identify whether the plug and the collection component are in place, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0042] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of the rack and the identification component in a urine testing device that can identify whether the plug and the collection component are in place, as described in the embodiments of this application.

[0043] Reference numerals: 1. Detection hole; 2. Acquisition component; 21. Housing; 22. Test paper; 3. Plug; 4. Sensing component; 5. First identification element; 6. Drive component; 61. Rack; 7. Black color block; 8. White color block; 9. Second identification element; 10. Boss. Detailed Implementation

[0044] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-6 This application will be described in further detail.

[0045] This application discloses a urine testing device. (Refer to...) Figure 1 and Figure 2 The urine testing device includes a toilet bowl with a detection hole 1; a plug 3 for sealing the detection hole 1; a drive assembly 6 for moving the plug 3 closer to or further away from the detection hole 1; a sensing assembly 4 and a first identification element 5, the first identification element 5 being disposed on the plug 3 and / or the drive assembly 6, the sensing assembly 4 for sensing the first identification element 5 to confirm whether the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1. During the process of the plug 3 resetting after the toilet urine test is completed, if the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1, the toilet function is normal; if the plug 3 does not block the detection hole 1, at least water flow from all toilet pipes to the toilet bowl is prohibited. The toilet function described in this article refers to functions such as toilet flushing and bidet. It should be noted that the sensing assembly 4 can be a detection plate for testing the urine collection assembly 2, or it can be set independently relative to the detection plate. In this embodiment, the sensing assembly 4 is a detection plate for testing the urine collection assembly 2.

[0046] In this embodiment, the first identification element 5 is located at the position corresponding to the sensing component 4, confirming that the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1. In other embodiments, the first identification element 5 is not located at the position corresponding to the sensing component 4, confirming that the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1; this can be configured according to user needs.

[0047] In some embodiments, the system further includes a collection component 2, which extends out of the detection hole 1 to collect excrement; and a second identification element 9, which is disposed on the collection component 2 and / or the drive component 6. A sensing component 4 is used to sense the second identification element 9 to confirm whether the collection component 2 extends out of the detection hole 1. When the toilet initiates a urine test, if the collection component 2 extends out of the detection hole 1, the toilet allows urine collection; if the collection component 2 does not extend out of the detection hole 1, the toilet stops the urine test function. A plug 3 can be controlled to block the detection hole 1 to prevent water from the toilet's water seal from leaking out of the detection hole 1.

[0048] In some embodiments, the first identification element 5 or the second identification element 9 is a special color block or protrusion, and the sensing component 4 corresponding to the first identification element 5 or the second identification element 9 includes a color sensor and a light source. The light source is used to emit light, and the color sensor is used to receive the light reflected back from the first identification element 5 or the second identification element 9.

[0049] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the special color blocks are black color block 7 and / or white color block 8.

[0050] In some embodiments, there is one or more special color blocks, which are arranged laterally or longitudinally along the plug 3, the acquisition component 2, and the driving component 6. When multiple special color blocks are arranged longitudinally, the driving component 6 moves the plug 3 and the acquisition component 2 for identification. Here, the lateral arrangement means along the width direction, and the longitudinal arrangement means along the length direction.

[0051] In some embodiments, the first identification element 5 consists of a black block 7 and a white block 8 disposed on the plug 3. The black block 7 and the white block 8 are arranged side by side at positions 1 and 2 of the plug 3, with positions 1 and 2 arranged sequentially along the width direction of the plug 3. The height of the black block 7 is higher than that of the white block 8, and the black block 7 can block the light source, preventing the light source from reflecting a signal to the color sensor after shining on the black block 7. When the plug 3 is in place, the special blocks are in the corresponding positions of the color sensor. The black block 7 reduces reflectivity. When the color sensor detects that position 1 is black and position 2 is white, it determines that the plug 3 is in place, and the toilet function is restored. Otherwise, at least water flow from all toilet pipes to the toilet bowl is prohibited, and the device reports a disabled state to the mini-program. The mini-program provides a photo of the device in normal condition, which the user can compare and decide whether to unblock and restore the toilet function to normal use.

[0052] In other embodiments, the first identification element 5 can also be set at different positions of the plug 3 and set with corresponding preset values. After the urine test is completed, the sensing component 4 is used to detect the current position value. When the detected value matches the preset color range, it is determined that the plug 3 is in place and the toilet is restored to normal use; when the detected value does not match the preset color range, it is determined that the plug 3 is not in place and the device pushes an abnormality notification to the user.

[0053] In some embodiments, the first identification element 5 is a special color block disposed on the plug 3. The special color block includes two white color blocks 8, which are disposed side by side at positions 1 and 2 of the plug 3. The white color blocks 8 reflect the strongest signal and can be used not only to identify whether the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1, but also for calibration.

[0054] In some embodiments, the first identification element 5 is a protrusion 10 and a white color block 8 disposed on the plug 3. The protrusion 10 and the white color block 8 are disposed side by side at positions 1 and 2 of the plug 3. The height of the protrusion 10 is higher than that of the white color block 8, and the protrusion 10 can block the light source so that the light source cannot reflect the signal to the color sensor after shining on the protrusion 10.

[0055] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the second identification element 9 is a special color block disposed on the rack 61 of the drive assembly 6. The special color block is a white color block 8. The collection assembly 2 also includes a housing 21. The rack 61 drives the test strip 22 to move within the housing 21. When the toilet starts the urine test, when the test strip 22 of the collection assembly 2 extends out of the detection hole 1, the special color block is located at the position corresponding to the color sensor, and the toilet allows urine collection. If the collection assembly 2 does not extend out of the detection hole 1, the toilet stops the urine test function.

[0056] In some embodiments, white color blocks 8 are provided at positions 3 and 4 of the rack 61, and the heights are consistent. Positions 3 and 4 are arranged sequentially along the width direction of the rack 61. The white color blocks 8 at positions 3 and 4 can be separately arranged or integrally formed. After the test strip 22 extends, if the color sensor detects the white color block 8 and the heights of the white color blocks 8 at positions 3 and 4 are consistent, it is determined that the test strip 22 has extended to the correct position and the urine test function can be performed; otherwise, the toilet stops the urine test function or the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1.

[0057] In other embodiments, the second identification element 9 can also be set at different positions on the rack 61 and set with corresponding preset values. When the test strip 22 is extended into position, the sensing component 4 is used to detect the value at the current position. When the detected value matches the preset color range, it is determined that the test strip 22 is in position and the urine test is running normally; when the detected value does not match the preset color range, it is determined that the test strip 22 is not in position, the device pushes an abnormality notification to the user or stops the urine test function, and the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1.

[0058] In some embodiments, the first identification element 5 or the second identification element 9 is a through hole, and the corresponding sensing component 4 includes a light source and a photoelectric sensing component; when the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1 and / or the acquisition component 2 extends out of the detection hole 1, the photoelectric sensing component can receive the light emitted by the light source through the through hole; when the plug 3 does not block the detection hole 1 and / or the acquisition component 2 does not extend out of the detection hole 1, the photoelectric sensing component cannot receive the light emitted by the light source; or, the first identification element 5 or the second identification element 9 is a magnet, and the corresponding sensing component 4 is a Hall effect sensor.

[0059] In some embodiments, the sensing component 4 is used to sense the first identification element 5 and to confirm whether the sensing component 4 and / or the first identification element 5 are abnormal; the sensing component 4 senses the first identification element 5 and obtains a detection value, and when the detection value is greater than or equal to a preset value, it confirms that the sensing component 4 and / or the first identification element 5 are abnormal; or, when the detection value is less than the preset value, it confirms that the sensing component 4 and / or the first identification element 5 are abnormal.

[0060] The implementation principle of a urine testing device according to an embodiment of this application is as follows:

[0061] Before starting the urine test, the sensing component 4 detects the first identification element 5 to confirm whether the sensing component 4 is abnormal. If the sensing component 4 is not abnormal, the urine test function is started and the operation of other toilet functions is suspended. If the sensing component 4 is abnormal, the urine test function is not started or signal compensation is performed.

[0062] When the urine test is started, the collection component 2 extends out of the detection hole 1 to collect urine. The sensing component 4 is used to sense the second identification element 9 to confirm whether the collection component 2 extends out of the detection hole 1. If the collection component 2 extends out of the detection hole 1, the toilet allows urine collection. If the collection component 2 does not extend out of the detection hole 1, the toilet stops the urine test function, or the urine test runs normally. After the urine test is completed and the plug 3 is reset (blocking the detection hole 1), the user is prompted that the urine test function is abnormal.

[0063] During the process of resetting the plug 3 after the toilet urine test is completed, the sensing component 4 detects the first identification component 5 again to confirm whether the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1. If the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1, the toilet functions normally. If the plug 3 does not block the detection hole 1, water from the toilet pipes to the toilet bowl is at least prohibited.

[0064] By setting a first identification element 5 on the plug 3 or the drive assembly 6, and cooperating with the sensing component 4, it is possible to monitor whether the plug 3 accurately blocks the detection hole 1. During the plug 3 reset process after the toilet urine test is completed, when the sensing component 4 detects that the plug 3 blocks the detection hole 1, all toilet functions are used normally. If the plug 3 does not block the detection hole 1, then at least water from all toilet pipes to the toilet bowl is prohibited. This avoids the risk of water leakage caused by abnormal operation of the mechanism, thereby improving the user experience.

[0065] The above are exemplary embodiments disclosed in this invention. However, it should be noted that various changes and modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the embodiments of this invention as defined by the claims. The functions, steps, and / or actions of the methods according to the disclosed embodiments described herein do not need to be performed in any particular order. Furthermore, although the elements disclosed in the embodiments of this invention may be described or claimed individually, they may be understood as multiple unless explicitly limited to a singular number.

[0066] It should be understood that, as used herein, the singular form "a" is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly supports an exception. It should also be understood that, as used herein, "and / or" refers to any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associatedly listed items. The embodiment numbers disclosed above are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments.

[0067] Those skilled in the art should understand that the discussion of any of the above embodiments is merely exemplary and is not intended to imply that the scope of the invention (including the claims) is limited to these examples. Within the framework of the invention, technical features of the above embodiments or different embodiments can be combined, and many other variations of different aspects of the invention exist, which are not provided in the details for the sake of brevity. Therefore, any omissions, modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the invention should be included within the protection scope of the invention.

Claims

1. A urine testing device, characterized in that: include, The toilet is equipped with a detection port; A plug is used to seal the detection hole; A drive assembly for driving the plug to move closer to or further away from the detection hole; A sensing component and a first identification element, wherein the first identification element is disposed on the plug and / or the driving component, and the sensing component is used to sense the first identification element to confirm whether the plug blocks the detection hole.

2. The urine testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the first identification element is located at the position corresponding to the sensing component, it is confirmed that the plug blocks the detection hole; or, when the first identification element is not located at the position corresponding to the sensing component, it is confirmed that the plug blocks the detection hole.

3. A urine testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a collection component for extending out of the detection hole to collect excrement; and a second identification element disposed on the collection component and / or the driving component, wherein the sensing component is used to sense the second identification element to confirm whether the collection component extends out of the detection hole.

4. A urine testing device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first or second identification element is a special color block or protrusion. The sensing component corresponding to the first or second identification element includes a color sensor and a light source. The light source is used to emit light, and the color sensor is used to receive the light reflected back from the first or second identification element.

5. A urine testing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: There may be one or more special color blocks. The special color blocks are arranged horizontally or vertically along the plug, the acquisition component, and the driving component. When multiple special color blocks are arranged vertically, the driving component moves the plug and the acquisition component to perform sensing.

6. A urine testing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The special color blocks are black blocks and / or white blocks.

7. A urine testing device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first identification element is a black block and a white block disposed on the plug. The black block and the white block are disposed side by side at positions 1 and 2 of the plug. The height of the black block is higher than that of the white block, and the black block can block the light source, so that the light source cannot reflect the signal to the color sensor after shining on the black block.

8. A urine testing device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first identification element is a special color block set on the plug. The special color block includes two white color blocks, which are set side by side at position 1 and position 2 of the plug.

9. A urine testing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second identification element is a special color block disposed on the rack of the driving component. The special color block is white. When the test strip of the collection component extends out of the detection hole, the special color block is located at the position corresponding to the color sensor.

10. A urine testing device according to claim 9, characterized in that: White blocks are arranged side by side at positions 3 and 4 of the rack, and their heights are the same.

11. A urine testing device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first or second identification element is a through hole, and the corresponding sensing component includes a light source and a photoelectric sensing component; when the plug blocks the detection hole and / or the acquisition component extends out of the detection hole, the photoelectric sensing component can receive the light emitted by the light source through the through hole; when the plug does not block the detection hole and / or the acquisition component does not extend out of the detection hole, the photoelectric sensing component cannot receive the light emitted by the light source; or, the first or second identification element is a magnet, and the corresponding sensing component is a Hall effect sensor.

12. A urine testing device according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the toilet initiates a urine test, if the collection component extends beyond the detection hole, the toilet allows urine collection; if the collection component does not extend beyond the detection hole, the toilet stops the urine test function. During the plug reset process after the toilet urine test is completed, if the plug blocks the detection hole, all toilet functions work normally; if the plug does not block the detection hole, at least water from all toilet pipes to the toilet bowl is prohibited.

13. A urine testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sensing component is used to sense the first identification element and to confirm whether the sensing component and / or the first identification element is abnormal; the sensing component senses the first identification element to obtain a detection value, and when the detection value is greater than or equal to a preset value, it is confirmed that the sensing component and / or the first identification element is abnormal. Alternatively, if the detected value is less than a preset value, then the sensing component and / or the first identification element is confirmed to be abnormal.

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