Shower apparatus

Abstract

This disclosure provides a shower device, including a main body, a control mechanism, a rotating mechanism, a folding mechanism, and a foldable shower head. The folding mechanism is rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism and can fold relative to the rotating mechanism around a first axis. The rotating mechanism is rotatably connected to the main body and can rotate relative to the main body around a second axis. The foldable shower head is fixedly installed on the folding mechanism and folds synchronously with the folding mechanism. The control mechanism is disposed on the main body and is used to control the water flow to the foldable shower head. The foldable shower head has at least a top spray position and a back spray position. When the foldable shower head is in the top spray position, it is perpendicular to the main body. When the foldable shower head is in the back spray position, it is parallel to the main body and is in a retracted state, fitting snugly against the main body. This shower device provides multiple shower modes, such as top spray and back spray, to adapt to the usage habits and scenario needs of different users, thereby meeting the showering needs of different parts of the user's body and improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of bathroom equipment technology, and more particularly to a shower device. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional showerheads have certain limitations. In daily life, they often get damaged by the heat from bathroom heaters. They also take up a lot of space and cannot be folded for storage. Furthermore, existing showerheads have fixed water flow angles and limited spray patterns, resulting in a lack of targeted cleaning capabilities for specific areas and failing to meet people's demands for a high-quality shower experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] This disclosure provides a shower device to at least solve the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] The shower device according to this disclosure includes a main body, a control mechanism, a rotating mechanism, a folding mechanism, and a foldable shower head;

[0005] The folding mechanism is rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism and can be folded relative to the rotating mechanism around a first axis.

[0006] The rotating mechanism is rotatably connected to the main body and can rotate relative to the main body about a second axis, wherein the second axis is perpendicular to the first axis.

[0007] The foldable shower head is fixedly installed on the folding mechanism and folds synchronously with the folding mechanism;

[0008] The control mechanism is located on the main body and is used to control the water flow to the foldable shower head;

[0009] The foldable shower head has at least a top spray position and a back spray position. When the foldable shower head is in the top spray position, it is perpendicular to the main body. When the foldable shower head is in the back spray position, it is parallel to the main body and is in a folded state, fitting snugly against the main body.

[0010] In one embodiment, the rotating mechanism includes a rotating fixed base, a disk assembly, and a rotary joint;

[0011] The rotating fixed base is fixedly connected to the main body;

[0012] The disk assembly is rotatably mounted on the rotating fixed base and can rotate about the second axis;

[0013] One end of the rotary joint is rotatably connected to the folding mechanism, and the other end is fixedly connected to the disc assembly;

[0014] The disc assembly is used to drive the rotary joint to rotate relative to the rotary fixed base around the second axis, so that the folding mechanism rotates around the second axis.

[0015] In one embodiment, the folding mechanism includes a folding seat and a rotating shaft. The folding seat is rotatably connected to the rotating joint via the rotating shaft, so that the folding seat can fold relative to the rotating joint about the first axis. The foldable shower head is fixedly connected to the folding mechanism.

[0016] In one embodiment, a first notch is provided on the side of the folding seat away from the spray surface of the foldable shower head, and a second notch is provided on the side of the foldable shower head away from the spray surface, the second notch corresponding to the first notch.

[0017] In one embodiment, the foldable shower head includes a housing, a water distribution valve assembly, and a water spray assembly;

[0018] The housing is provided with a first water spray area and a second water spray area. The water distribution valve assembly and the water spray assembly are disposed inside the housing. The water distribution valve assembly is used to receive water flow from the control mechanism and control the water flow out.

[0019] The first water spray area is connected to the water distribution valve assembly, and the first water spray area is used to spray water out in a rain-like manner.

[0020] The second water spray area is connected to the water distribution valve assembly through the water spray assembly, and the second water spray area is used to spray a mist-like water flow from the water spray assembly.

[0021] In one embodiment, the water spray assembly includes a main pipe and a plurality of adjustable nozzles disposed on the main pipe, the main pipe being connected to the water distribution valve assembly, and the adjustable nozzles comprising:

[0022] Ball head;

[0023] A dual-channel stopper, connected to the ball head, is used to change the direction of water flow to generate a spray;

[0024] The outer casing is disposed on the outer periphery of the double-channel resistive member and connected to the ball head, and is capable of rotating the ball head in conjunction with it;

[0025] A pressure cap is fastened to the main component, and the ball head is confined within the pressure cap.

[0026] In one embodiment, the disc assembly includes a gear latch for providing gear positioning during rotation.

[0027] In one embodiment, the folding mechanism further includes a friction plate, which is sleeved on the rotating shaft and located between the folding seat and the rotary joint.

[0028] In one possible implementation, the control mechanism includes a valve body, a switching valve assembly, and a control valve assembly;

[0029] The valve body is provided with an inlet and multiple outlets;

[0030] The switching valve assembly is disposed on the valve body and is used to control the opening and closing of the water passage and the flow direction between the water inlet and the water outlet;

[0031] The control valve assembly is located on the outside of the valve body and is used to adjust the water temperature and flow rate.

[0032] One of the plurality of water outlets is connected to the foldable shower head via a first water pipe to deliver water flow to the foldable shower head.

[0033] In one possible implementation, a handheld showerhead is also included, which is connected to another of the plurality of water outlets.

[0034] In this disclosure, the shower unit utilizes a mutually perpendicular dual-axis rotation design to achieve flexible adjustment of the foldable showerhead in both horizontal and vertical directions, providing multiple shower modes such as overhead and back sprays to adapt to different user habits and scenario needs. This satisfies the showering needs of different parts of the body, enhancing the user experience. The combined design of the rotation and folding mechanisms reduces structural complexity while ensuring functionality, improving reliability and lifespan. Users can easily fold and rotate the foldable showerhead with simple operation. Furthermore, the foldable showerhead can completely conform to the main surface, significantly reducing space occupation, making it particularly suitable for small bathrooms.

[0035] It should be understood that the description in this section is not intended to identify key or essential features of the embodiments of this disclosure, nor is it intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Other features of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0036] The above and other objects, features, and advantages of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Several embodiments of this disclosure are illustrated in the drawings by way of example and not limitation, in which:

[0037] In the accompanying drawings, the same or corresponding reference numerals indicate the same or corresponding parts.

[0038] Figure 1A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a shower device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is shown (the foldable shower head is in the overhead spray position);

[0039] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a shower device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is shown (the foldable shower head is in the back spray position);

[0040] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a foldable shower head of an exemplary embodiment of the shower device disclosed herein is shown.

[0041] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of a foldable shower head of an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0042] Figure 5 A partial exploded view of a shower apparatus according to an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure is shown;

[0043] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of an adjustable shower head of an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0044] Figure 7 A partial schematic diagram of a shower device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0045] Explanation of the numbers in the diagram: 1. Main body; 2. Control mechanism; 3. Rotating mechanism; 4. Folding mechanism; 5. Foldable shower head; 6. Handheld shower head; 7. First water pipe; 8. Second water pipe; 21. Water inlet; 22. Switching valve assembly; 23. Control valve assembly; 31. Rotating fixed base; 32. Disc assembly; 33. Rotary joint; 34. Fixing plate; 41. Folding base; 42. Rotating shaft; 43. Friction plate; 411. First notch; 51. Housing 52. Diverter valve assembly; 53. Spray assembly; 321. Disc body; 322. Gear buckle; 511. Second notch; 512. First spray area; 513. Second spray area; 521. Diverter valve body; 522. Diverter valve core; 523. Operating mechanism; 531. Main pipe component; 532. Adjustable nozzle; 5321. Ball head; 5322. Double-channel resistive component; 5323. Housing; 5324. Pressure cap; 5325. Rubber ring. Detailed Implementation

[0046] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this disclosure more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this disclosure, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this disclosure without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0047] The embodiments of this disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0048] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, this disclosure discloses an exemplary embodiment of a shower device, including a main body 1, a control mechanism 2, a rotating mechanism 3, a folding mechanism 4, and a foldable shower head 5. The folding mechanism 4 is rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism 3 and can fold relative to the rotating mechanism 3 about a first axis; the rotating mechanism 3 is rotatably connected to the main body 1 and can rotate relative to the main body 1 about a second axis, the second axis being perpendicular to the first axis. The foldable shower head 5 is fixedly installed on the folding mechanism 4 and can fold synchronously with the folding mechanism 4. The control mechanism 2 is disposed on the main body 1 and is used to control the water flow to the foldable shower head 5. The foldable shower head 5 has at least a top spray position and a back spray position. When the foldable shower head 5 is in the top spray position, it is perpendicular to the main body 1; when the foldable shower head 5 is in the back spray position, it is parallel to the main body 1 and is in a folded state, fitting against the main body 1.

[0049] In this embodiment, the main body 1 serves as the supporting structure for the entire shower device and is typically fixedly installed on a wall or inside the shower room. It contains a water flow channel for connecting to a water source. A control mechanism 2, mounted on the main body 1, controls the water flow to the foldable shower head 5. The control mechanism 2 includes, but is not limited to, switches, flow adjustment knobs, and temperature adjustment components, and can be mechanical or electronic. A rotating mechanism 3 is rotatably connected to the main body 1 and can rotate relative to the main body 1 around a second axis, typically a horizontal axis perpendicular to the wall. This allows the rotating mechanism 3 to drive the folding mechanism 4 and the foldable shower head 5 to rotate 360° horizontally, achieving multi-angle water output. The folding mechanism 4 is rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism 3 and can fold relative to the rotating mechanism 3 around a first axis, which is perpendicular to the second axis and typically parallel to the wall. This allows the folding mechanism 4 to drive the foldable shower head 5 to fold. The foldable shower head 5 is fixedly installed on the folding mechanism 4 and folds synchronously with it, having at least a top spray position and a back spray position. When the foldable shower head 5 is in the overhead shower position, it is parallel to the main body 1, and the spray surface can face downwards to provide an overhead shower experience. Alternatively, the foldable shower head 5 can be rotated 180° to face upwards, providing a basis for adjusting it to the back shower position later. When the foldable shower head 5 is in the back shower position, the spray surface faces the user's back, is parallel to the main body 1, and is in a folded-up state, fitting snugly against the surface of the main body 1. It is also possible to fold the foldable shower head 5 downwards when in the overhead shower position, so that the spray surface faces the main body 1 and is fastened, effectively storing the foldable shower head 5 and reducing space occupation, while also protecting the spray surface from damage by the bathroom heater. Therefore, the spray angle of the foldable shower head 5 can be adjusted by the rotation of the rotating mechanism 3 around the second axis; the angle between the foldable shower head 5 and the main body 1 can be adjusted by the folding motion of the folding mechanism 4 around the first axis. Specifically, the foldable shower head 5 can be folded for storage or used for back spraying. The control mechanism 2 is responsible for adjusting the water flow parameters to provide a variety of shower experiences in combination with different position modes. In actual use, the folding mechanism 4 can be rotated to a position perpendicular to the main body 1, the rotating mechanism 3 can be adjusted to a suitable angle, and the control mechanism 2 can be activated to provide a top shower; the folding mechanism 4 can also be folded to a position parallel to the main body 1, the rotating mechanism 3 can be adjusted so that the shower head faces the user's back, and the control mechanism 2 can be activated to provide a back rinse; after use, the folding mechanism 4 can be folded to fit snugly against the main body 1, so that the spray surface of the foldable shower head 5 is locked with the main body 1 to reduce space occupation.

[0050] In this embodiment, the foldable shower head 5 can be designed as a detachable structure, facilitating the replacement of nozzles with different water flow modes. The control mechanism 2 can integrate a water temperature display. The rotating mechanism 3 and the folding mechanism 4 can be designed with damping or locking devices to ensure stable positioning during use. In summary, the shower device of this disclosure, through a mutually perpendicular dual-axis rotation design, achieves flexible adjustment of the foldable shower head 5 in both horizontal and vertical directions, providing multiple shower modes such as overhead spray and back spray, adapting to different user habits and scenario needs, thereby meeting the showering needs of different parts of the user's body and enhancing the user experience. The combined design of the rotating mechanism 3 and the folding mechanism 4 reduces structural complexity while ensuring functionality, improving reliability and service life, allowing users to easily fold and rotate the foldable shower head 5. Furthermore, the foldable shower head 5 can completely conform to the surface of the main body 1, significantly reducing space occupation, making it particularly suitable for small bathrooms.

[0051] Reference Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the rotating mechanism 3 includes a rotating fixed base 31, a disk assembly 32, and a rotating joint 33. The rotating fixed base 31 is fixedly connected to the main body 1, and the disk assembly 32 is rotatably mounted on the rotating fixed base 31 and can rotate around a second axis. One end of the rotating joint 33 is rotatably connected to the folding mechanism 4, and the other end is fixedly connected to the disk assembly 32. The disk assembly 32 drives the rotating joint 33 to rotate relative to the rotating fixed base 31 around the second axis, thereby causing the folding mechanism 4 to rotate around the second axis.

[0052] In this embodiment, the rotating base 31 is fixedly connected to the main body 1, typically by bolts, snaps, or welding, serving as the basic support component of the rotating mechanism 3. The disc assembly 32 is rotatably mounted on the rotating base 31 and can rotate around a second axis. The disc assembly 32 includes a disc body 321 and a bearing. The disc body 321 is connected to the rotating base 31 via the bearing to achieve smooth rotational movement. One end of the rotary joint 33 is rotatably connected to the folding mechanism 4, and the other end is fixedly connected to the disc assembly 32. The fixed connection between the rotary joint 33 and the disc assembly 32 can be by bolts, keys, or integral molding. The disc assembly 32 drives the rotary joint 33 to rotate relative to the rotating base 31 around the second axis, thereby causing the folding mechanism 4 to rotate around the second axis. When fixing the main body 1 to the wall, the fixing plate 34 can be fixed to the rotating base 31 for wall fixation during installation.

[0053] In one embodiment, the folding mechanism 4 includes a folding seat 41 and a rotating shaft 42. The folding seat 41 is rotatably connected to the rotary joint 33 via the rotating shaft 42, so that the folding seat 41 can be folded relative to the rotary joint 33 around the first axis. The foldable shower head 5 is fixedly connected to the folding mechanism 4.

[0054] In this embodiment, the folding seat 41 is used to securely install the foldable shower head 5, typically by means of bolts, clips, or welding. The folding seat 41 is rotatably connected to the rotary joint 33 via a rotating shaft 42, the axis of which coincides with the first axis, allowing the folding seat 41 to fold relative to the rotary joint 33 around the first axis. The foldable shower head 5 is fixedly connected to the folding mechanism 4, and when the folding seat 41 folds relative to the rotary joint 33 around the first axis, the foldable shower head 5 folds synchronously with the folding seat 41.

[0055] In one embodiment, a first notch 411 is provided on the side of the folding seat 41 away from the spray surface of the foldable shower head 5, and a second notch 511 is provided on the side of the foldable shower head 5 away from the spray surface, the second notch 511 corresponding to the first notch 411.

[0056] In this embodiment, the first notch 411 is a 90° semi-transparent notch, and the second notch 511 corresponds to the first notch 411, forming a specific folding trajectory restriction. The structure formed by the first notch 411 and the second notch 511 ensures that the folding seat 41 can only be folded by rotating 90° in the direction of the notch. For example, during showering, the spray surface of the foldable shower head 5 faces downwards, while the first notch 411 and the second notch 511 are located on the side away from the spray surface. Therefore, the first notch 411 and the second notch 511 face upwards, so the foldable shower head 5 can only be folded upwards and cannot be folded downwards during showering. This prevents the shower head from accidentally falling and injuring people due to misoperation during showering, thus improving safety. In addition, while ensuring safe folding, the first notch 411 and the second notch 511 do not affect the rubber sealing connection between the folding seat 41 and the rotary joint 33, ensuring the sealing and stability of the water circuit. Therefore, the angle of the shower head in the horizontal direction can be adjusted by the rotational movement of the rotating mechanism 3 around the second axis; the angle of the shower head in the vertical direction can be adjusted and folded for storage by the folding movement of the folding mechanism 4 around the first axis. The notch structure restricts the folding trajectory, ensuring that the shower head can only be folded upwards during showering, preventing accidental drops.

[0057] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, in one embodiment, the foldable shower head 5 includes a housing 51, a water distribution valve assembly 52, and a water spray assembly 53. The housing 51 has a first water spray area 512 and a second water spray area 513. The water distribution valve assembly 52 and the water spray assembly 53 are disposed within the housing 51. The water distribution valve assembly 52 receives water flow from the control mechanism 2 and controls the water flow out. The first water spray area 512 is connected to the water distribution valve assembly 52 and is used to spray water in a rain-like manner. The second water spray area 513 is connected to the water distribution valve assembly 52 via the water spray assembly 53 and is used to spray a mist-like water flow from the water spray assembly 53.

[0058] In this embodiment, a first spray area 512 and a second spray area 513 are provided on the spray surface of the housing 51. The first spray area 512 and the second spray area 513 are located at different positions on the spray surface to achieve different spraying effects. For example, the second spray area 513 is located at the center of the first spray area 512. A water distribution valve assembly 52 is disposed inside the housing 51 and is used to receive water flow from the control mechanism 2 and control the water flow. The water distribution valve assembly 52 includes a water distribution valve body 521, a water distribution valve core 522, and an operating mechanism 523. The water distribution valve body 521 is connected to the water flow channel of the control mechanism 2. The water distribution valve core 522 can move within the valve body to control the direction of water flow. The operating mechanism 523 is used to operate the movement of the water distribution valve core 522. The operating mechanism 523 can be a knob, button, or lever, etc. The spray assembly 53 is disposed inside the housing 51 and is used to convert the water flow into a spray-type water flow. Specifically, the first spray area 512 is connected to the first water outlet of the water distribution valve assembly 52, and is used to spray water in a rain-like manner. The second spray area 513 is connected to the second water outlet of the water distribution valve assembly 52 via the spray assembly 53, and is used to spray a mist-like water stream from the spray assembly 53. Through the design of the water distribution valve assembly 52 and the spray assembly 53, two water output modes—rain-like and mist-like—or a simultaneous rain-like and mist-like water output mode can be achieved, meeting the personalized needs of users for different bathing methods. This can be adjusted via the operating mechanism 523.

[0059] Specifically, refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, in one embodiment, the water spray assembly 53 includes a main pipe 531 and a plurality of adjustable nozzles 532 disposed on the main pipe 531. The main pipe 531 is connected to the water distribution valve assembly 52. ​​The adjustable nozzle 532 includes a ball head 5321, a double-channel obstruction member 5322, a housing 5323, and a pressure cap 5324. The double-channel obstruction member 5322 is connected to the ball head 5321 and is used to change the direction of water flow to generate a spray. The housing 5323 is disposed on the outer periphery of the double-channel obstruction member 5322 and connected to the ball head 5321, and can rotate in conjunction with the ball head 5321. The pressure cap 5324 is fastened to the main pipe 531, and the ball head 5321 is confined within the pressure cap 5324.

[0060] In this embodiment, the ball head 5321 is sealed to the main pipe 531 via a rubber ring 5325. The ball head 5321 can rotate 360° on the main pipe 531 to adjust the water outlet direction of the adjustable nozzle 532. A double-channel blocking component 5322 is fixedly connected to the ball head 5321 and has intersecting first and second water-blocking channels inside. When water flows through the double-channel blocking component 5322, it is blocked and diverted, creating a fine spray effect. The outer shell 5323 is fitted around the outer periphery of the double-channel blocking component 5322 and is integrally connected to the ball head 5321. Rotating the outer shell 5323 can drive the ball head 5321 to rotate synchronously, thereby adjusting the spray direction. The pressure cap 5324 is securely connected to the main pipe 531 via threads. It has an internal positioning groove to limit the ball head 5321 and a sealing component to ensure the water circuit is sealed and prevent leakage. In actual operation, the water distribution valve assembly 52 guides water flow into the main pipe 531, which then flows through the ball head 5321 into the double-channel blocking component 5322. The cross-channel blocking action creates a spray, which is then ejected through the spray holes on the outer casing 5323. When the outer casing 5323 is rotated, the ball head 5321 rotates synchronously, causing the double-channel blocking component 5322 to change its orientation, achieving 360° adjustment of the spray direction. By adjusting the rotation angle of the ball head 5321, the relative position of the double-channel blocking component 5322 and the spray holes on the outer casing 5323 can be adjusted, expanding or shrinking the spray coverage area. This allows for increasing the spray area or using different spray types as needed. Therefore, the linkage design between the ball head 5321 and the outer casing 5323 supports 360° rotation, allowing for precise targeting of areas such as the back and waist, meeting the back spray needs of users of different heights. The double-channel blocking component 5322, combined with the rotating structure, allows for free switching between large-area showers and concentrated washing, improving bathing comfort. The sealing structure between the pressure cap 5324 and the ball head 5321 ensures no leakage during rotation, extending service life. In addition, the removable cap 5324 facilitates the later cleaning of the dual-channel resistor 5322 and prevents scale blockage.

[0061] In one embodiment, the disc assembly 32 includes a gear latch 322 for providing gear positioning during rotation.

[0062] In this embodiment, the disc assembly 32 also includes a gear latch 322. When the disc body 321 is rotated, the latch teeth of the gear latch 322 engage sequentially with the tooth grooves provided on the rotating fixed seat 31 under the action of the elastic element, generating a "click" feedback feeling to prompt the user to reach the preset gear position. After the rotation stops, the latch teeth of the gear latch 322 engage with the current tooth groove, preventing the disc body 321 from rotating due to external force, thereby achieving angle locking.

[0063] In one embodiment, the folding mechanism 4 further includes a friction plate 43, which is sleeved on the rotating shaft 42 and located between the folding seat 41 and the rotary joint 33.

[0064] In this embodiment, the friction plate 43 is sleeved on the rotating shaft 42, located between the folding seat 41 and the rotary joint 33, and is made of a material with a high coefficient of friction and wear resistance. The folding mechanism 4 also includes a spring pin, which is disposed on the rotary joint 33 and inserted into the positioning groove of the friction plate 43 to prevent the friction plate 43 from sliding circumferentially during rotation and to ensure stable damping effect.

[0065] Reference Figure 7 As shown, in one possible embodiment, the control mechanism 2 includes a valve body, a switching valve assembly 22, and a control valve assembly 23. The valve body is provided with an inlet 21 and multiple outlets. The switching valve assembly 22 is disposed on the valve body and is used to control the opening and closing of the water passage and the flow direction between the inlet 21 and the outlets. The control valve assembly 23 is disposed on the outside of the valve body and is used to adjust the water temperature and flow rate. One of the multiple outlets is connected to the foldable shower head 5 through a first water pipe 7 to deliver water to the foldable shower head 5.

[0066] In this embodiment, there can be two inlets 21, which are used to connect to an external cold water pipe and a hot water pipe, respectively. Multiple outlets include at least a first outlet and a second outlet. The first outlet is connected to the foldable shower head 5 via a first water pipe 7, and the second outlet can be a lower outlet for connecting external components. The switching valve assembly 22 includes a valve core and an operating part. The valve core is movably installed within the valve body and changes the water flow state by rotating or sliding. The operating part is located on the outside of the valve body and is manually driven to control the valve core to switch the connection relationship between the inlets 21 and the outlets, for example, connecting only the first outlet, only the second outlet, or simultaneously connecting multiple outlets. The control valve assembly 23 includes an adjustment knob for controlling the outlet water temperature by adjusting the hot and cold water mixing ratio. Simultaneously, the valve opening can be changed by pressing the adjustment knob to control the water flow rate. It is understood that the control valve assembly 23 can also be configured with other structures to control the water temperature and flow rate, as long as the adjustment requirements are met.

[0067] In one embodiment, the shower device also includes a handheld shower head 6, which is connected to another of the plurality of water outlets.

[0068] In this embodiment, the handheld shower head 6 is connected to the third outlet of the control mechanism 2 via the second water pipe 8. A storage bracket can be installed and fixed to the main body 1 or the wall for hanging the handheld shower head 6. The storage bracket has a magnetic or snap-fit ​​structure to ensure stable storage. The second water pipe 8 can be a retractable hose to meet the need for flexible movement within the shower room. By operating the operating part of the switching valve assembly 22, the foldable shower head 5 can be made to spray water independently. Then, by adjusting the water distribution valve assembly 52, various water spray modes such as rain shower or spray can be further realized; or the handheld shower head 6 can be made to spray water independently; or water can be sprayed only from the lower outlet, or a combination of multiple water spray modes can be realized.

[0069] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms is usually based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this disclosure; the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0070] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "over," "on the upper surface of," and "above" are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship between one or more components or features shown in the figures and other components or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms include not only the orientation of the component as depicted in the figures but also different orientations during use or operation. For example, if the components in the figures are inverted as a whole, "above" or "above other components or features" will include cases where the component is "below" or "under" other components or features. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." Furthermore, these components or features may also be positioned at other different angles (e.g., rotated 90 degrees or other angles), and this document intends to include all such cases.

[0071] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular implementations only and is not intended to limit the exemplary implementations according to this disclosure. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms “comprising” and / or “including” are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, parts, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0072] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this disclosure described herein can be implemented in sequences other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0073] This disclosure has been described through the above embodiments; however, it should be understood that the above embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit this disclosure to the described embodiments. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will understand that this disclosure is not limited to the above embodiments, and many more variations and modifications can be made based on the teachings of this disclosure, all of which fall within the scope of protection claimed by this disclosure. The scope of protection of this disclosure is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A shower device, characterized in that, It includes a main body (1), a control mechanism (2), a rotating mechanism (3), a folding mechanism (4), and a foldable shower head (5); The folding mechanism (4) is rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism (3) and can be folded relative to the rotating mechanism (3) around the first axis; The rotating mechanism (3) is rotatably connected to the main body (1) and can rotate relative to the main body (1) about a second axis, the second axis being perpendicular to the first axis; The foldable shower head (5) is fixedly installed on the folding mechanism (4) and folds synchronously with the folding mechanism (4); The control mechanism (2) is disposed on the main body (1) and is used to control the water flow to the foldable shower head (5); The foldable shower head (5) has at least a top spray position and a back spray position. When the foldable shower head (5) is in the top spray position, the foldable shower head (5) is perpendicular to the main body (1). When the foldable shower head (5) is in the back spray position, the foldable shower head (5) is parallel to the main body (1) and is in a folded state attached to the main body (1).

2. The shower device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating mechanism (3) includes a rotating fixed base (31), a disk assembly (32), and a rotating joint (33); The rotating fixing seat (31) is fixedly connected to the main body (1); The disk assembly (32) is rotatably mounted on the rotating fixed base (31) and can rotate about the second axis; One end of the rotary joint (33) is rotatably connected to the folding mechanism (4), and the other end is fixedly connected to the disc assembly (32); The disc assembly (32) is used to drive the rotary joint (33) to rotate relative to the rotary fixed seat (31) around the second axis, so that the folding mechanism (4) rotates around the second axis.

3. The shower device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The folding mechanism (4) includes a folding seat (41) and a rotating shaft (42). The folding seat (41) is rotatably connected to the rotating joint (33) via the rotating shaft (42) so that the folding seat (41) can fold relative to the rotating joint (33) around the first axis. The foldable shower head (5) is fixedly connected to the folding mechanism (4).

4. The shower device according to claim 3, characterized in that, A first notch (411) is provided on the side of the folding seat (41) away from the water spray surface of the foldable shower head (5), and a second notch (511) is provided on the side of the foldable shower head (5) away from the water spray surface. The second notch (511) corresponds to the first notch (411).

5. The shower device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The foldable shower head (5) includes a housing (51), a water distribution valve assembly (52), and a water spray assembly (53); The housing (51) is provided with a first water spray area (512) and a second water spray area (513). The water distribution valve assembly (52) and the water spray assembly (53) are disposed inside the housing (51). The water distribution valve assembly (52) is used to receive water flow from the control mechanism (2) and control the water flow out. The first water spray area (512) is connected to the water distribution valve assembly (52), and the first water spray area (512) is used to spray water in a rain-like manner; The second water spray area (513) is connected to the water distribution valve assembly (52) through the water spray assembly (53), and the second water spray area (513) is used to spray a spray of water from the water spray assembly (53).

6. The shower device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water spray assembly (53) includes a main pipe (531) and a plurality of adjustable nozzles (532) disposed on the main pipe (531). The main pipe (531) is connected to the water distribution valve assembly (52). The adjustable nozzles (532) include: Ball head (5321); A double-channel stop (5322), connected to the ball head (5321), is used to change the outflow direction of the water flow to generate a spray; The outer casing (5323) is disposed on the outer periphery of the double-channel resistive member (5322) and connected to the ball head (5321), and is capable of rotating in conjunction with the ball head (5321); A pressure cap (5324) is fastened to the main component (531), and the ball head (5321) is confined within the pressure cap (5324).

7. The shower device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The disc assembly (32) includes a gear latch (322) for providing gear positioning during rotation.

8. The shower device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The folding mechanism (4) also includes a friction plate (43), which is sleeved on the rotating shaft (42) and located between the folding seat (41) and the rotary joint (33).

9. The shower device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control mechanism (2) includes a valve body, a switching valve assembly (22), and a control valve assembly (23); The valve body is provided with an inlet (21) and multiple outlets; The switching valve assembly (22) is disposed on the valve body and is used to control the opening and closing of the water passage and the flow direction between the water inlet (21) and the water outlet; The control valve assembly (23) is located on the outside of the valve body and is used to adjust the water temperature and flow rate. One of the plurality of water outlets is connected to the foldable shower head (5) via a first water pipe (7) to deliver water flow to the foldable shower head (5).

10. The shower device according to claim 9, characterized in that, It also includes a handheld shower head (6) which is connected to another of the plurality of water outlets.

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