A litter box for separating feces

By designing an automatic feces-separating litter box, a drive mechanism is used to rotate the litter box to separate the litter from the feces. It is also equipped with an aromatherapy mechanism to reduce odors, solving the problems of time-consuming and smelly manual cleaning in existing technologies, and improving the convenience and hygiene of pet cat toilets.

CN224343978UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-12杨姣

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
杨姣
Filing Date
2025-07-19
Publication Date
2026-06-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing cat litter box structure is open, requiring manual cleaning of cat litter and feces, which is labor-intensive and smelly, affecting the owner's psychological well-being.

Method used

Design a cat litter box that separates feces. The litter box is driven by a mechanism that rotates the litter box to automatically separate the litter from the feces. It is also equipped with an aromatherapy device to reduce odors, and the feces collection port directly enters a garbage bag to collect the feces.

Benefits of technology

It achieves automatic separation and collection of cat litter and feces, reducing manual cleaning time, minimizing odor, and improving the user experience.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a cat litter box for separating feces, including a base, a first main shell, and a second main shell. The first and second main shells are combined to form a litter box. The upper half of the litter box is recessed to form a guide section, and a collection port is provided on the guide section. A first baffle is installed inside the litter box on one side of the guide section, forming an isolation zone between the first baffle and the inner wall of the litter box to intercept cat litter. A grid is installed at the end of the first baffle away from the guide section. An odor-removing aromatherapy mechanism is installed inside the litter box. This utility model has a simple structure. The grid can scoop out the feces inside the litter box, and the cat litter can enter the isolation zone as it rotates, separating the cat litter from the feces. After rotating to a certain angle, the guide section can guide the feces falling from the grid to the collection port, and a garbage bag can be put into the collection port, allowing the feces to go directly into the garbage bag, greatly facilitating collection.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a pet excrement treatment device, specifically a cat litter box that separates feces. Background Technology

[0002] As society changes rapidly and people's living standards improve, keeping pet cats has gradually become a way for people to pass their leisure time. However, due to their unique characteristics, cats cannot accompany their owners outdoors for extended periods like dogs. Therefore, cats often relieve themselves indoors. To maintain cleanliness, owners often set up a dedicated litter box for their cats indoors to easily clean up their waste.

[0003] In existing technologies, most cat litter boxes are open-style. The litter is placed inside these open-style cat litter boxes. After the cat defecates in these types of litter boxes, the owner needs to manually clean and separate the excrement with a litter scoop. This requires a lot of manpower and time. At the same time, the odor produced by the excrement can cause psychological resistance and discomfort to the owner when cleaning. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a cat litter box that can automatically separate and collect cat litter and feces, and has its own fragrance, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a cat litter box for separating feces, including a base, a first main shell, and a second main shell. The first main shell and the second main shell are combined to form a cat litter box. An inlet and outlet are provided at the front of the first main shell. The lower half of the cat litter box is placed on the base. The upper half of the cat litter box is recessed to form a guide section. A feces collection port is provided on the guide section. A fixing frame is installed on the feces collection port. A cover plate that seals the fixing frame is installed on the fixing frame through a hinge. A first baffle is installed on one side of the guide section inside the cat litter box. An isolation zone for intercepting cat litter is formed between the first baffle and the inner wall of the cat litter box. A grid is installed at the end of the first baffle away from the guide section. A second baffle is installed on the other side of the guide section inside the cat litter box. A drive mechanism for rotating the cat litter box is installed at one end of the base. An odor-removing aromatherapy mechanism is installed inside the cat litter box.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution, the aromatherapy mechanism includes an aromatherapy frame, an aromatherapy base shell, an aromatherapy head, an aromatherapy bottle, an aromatherapy cap, and an aromatherapy fixing plate. The aromatherapy frame is installed on the inner wall of the cat litter box. The aromatherapy base shell is inserted into the aromatherapy frame and is snapped and fixed to the aromatherapy frame. The aromatherapy cap is installed on the open end face of the aromatherapy base shell and has a spray hole on it. The aromatherapy head is installed on the aromatherapy bottle and is located inside the aromatherapy base shell. The aromatherapy fixing plate is installed on the open end face of the aromatherapy head and is fixed to the inner side of the aromatherapy cap by screws. The opening of the aromatherapy head is opposite to the spray hole.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution, the drive mechanism includes a motor, a reducer, a drive gear, a driven gear, a rotating shaft, a side buckle, a side main shell, and a side cover. The side main shell is installed at one end of the base. One end of the rotating shaft is installed on the inner side of the side main shell through a first bearing, and the other end is fixedly connected to the cat litter box. One end of the driven gear is installed on the end face of the cat litter box facing the side main shell, and the other end extends into the inner cavity of the side main shell.

[0008] The side cover is installed on the outer side of the side main housing, forming an installation cavity between the side cover and the side main housing. The motor and the reducer are installed in the installation cavity and connected to each other. The side main housing has a gear port near the motor that communicates with the inner cavity of the side main housing. The drive gear is installed on the shaft at the other end of the reducer, and the drive gear extends through the gear port into the inner cavity of the side main housing and meshes with the driven gear. The side buckle is installed between the side cover and the side main housing.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution, the outer side of the flow guide is provided with a flip cover that covers the flow guide. One side of the flip cover is fixedly connected to the cat litter box via a hinge, and the other side is equipped with a male head. A fixing shell is installed on the flow guide, and a female buckle is installed inside the fixing shell. The male head is inserted into the female buckle and locked in place. A decorative plate is installed on the outer side of the flip cover opposite the male head. The decorative plate is provided with a hole for inserting a finger and squeezing the male head to disengage from the female buckle.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution, decorative rings are installed in the inlet and outlet.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution, the base is provided with multiple rectangular openings, each of which is equipped with a wheel that contacts the cat litter box. A second bearing is installed at the center of each wheel, and a shaft is installed in the inner ring of each second bearing. The other end of each shaft is installed on the inner wall of the rectangular opening.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, multiple weighing feet are installed on the bottom surface of the base.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution, the end of the grille away from the guide section is set with an arc-shaped structure, and the degree of arc matches the degree of arc of the inner wall of the cat litter box.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, an annular groove is provided on the surface of the fixing frame, and a clamping frame for fixing the garbage bag is snapped into the annular groove.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model has a simple structure. The cat litter box can be set through a drive mechanism. The rotation of the cat litter box synchronously drives the grid. The grid can scoop out the feces inside the cat litter. As the cat litter rotates, it can enter the isolation zone, separating the cat litter from the feces. After rotating to a certain angle, the guide part can guide the feces falling from the grid to the collection port. The collection port can be filled with a garbage bag, allowing the feces to go directly into the garbage bag, which greatly facilitates collection. In addition, the cat litter box has a built-in fragrance mechanism. The deodorizing fragrance sprayed can reduce the odor inside, thereby reducing resistance during operation. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model 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 this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model after the flip cover is opened;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model after removing the first main shell;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the aromatherapy mechanism of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a bottom view of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model after removing the side cover;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention after further removing the side main shell.

[0024] The components are as follows: 1. Base; 2. First main shell; 3. Second main shell; 4. Grille; 5. First baffle; 6. Decorative ring; 8. Flip cover; 9. Decorative panel; 10. Male connector; 11. Spray hole; 12. Guide section; 13. Fixing frame; 14. Pressing frame; 15. Cover plate; 16. Fixing shell; 17. Female buckle; 18. Second baffle; 19. Isolation area; 20. Aromatherapy frame; 21. Aromatherapy bottom shell; 22. Aromatherapy bottle; 23. Aromatherapy head; 24. Aromatherapy fixing plate; 25. Aromatherapy cover; 26. Weighing foot; 27. Wheel; 28. Side cover; 29. ​​Side buckle; 30. Motor; 31. Reducer; 32. Drive gear; 33. Driven gear; 34. Rotating shaft; 35. Side main shell. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0026] All features disclosed in this specification, or all steps in all disclosed methods or processes, may be combined in any way, except for mutually exclusive features and / or steps.

[0027] Any feature disclosed in this specification (including any appended claims, abstract, and drawings) may be replaced by other equivalent or similar features, unless specifically stated otherwise. That is, unless specifically stated otherwise, each feature is merely one example of a series of equivalent or similar features.

[0028] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, this utility model discloses a cat litter box for separating feces, comprising a base 1, a first main shell 2, and a second main shell 3. The first main shell 2 and the second main shell 3 are combined to form a litter box. The first main shell 2 has an inlet and outlet at the front. The lower half of the litter box is placed on the base 1. The upper half of the litter box is recessed to form a guide section 12. The guide section 12 has a feces collection port. A fixing frame 13 is installed on the feces collection port. A cover plate 15 is installed in the fixing frame 13 through a hinge to seal the fixing frame 13. A first baffle 5 is installed inside the litter box on one side of the guide section 12. The first baffle 5 and the inner wall of the litter box form an isolation zone 19 for intercepting cat litter. A grille 4 is installed at the end of the first baffle away from the guide section 12. A second baffle 18 is installed inside the litter box on the other side of the guide section 12. A drive mechanism for rotating the litter box is installed at one end of the base 1. An odor-removing aromatherapy mechanism is installed inside the litter box.

[0029] In this embodiment, the aromatherapy mechanism includes an aromatherapy frame 20, an aromatherapy base shell 21, an aromatherapy head 23, an aromatherapy bottle 22, an aromatherapy cap 25, and an aromatherapy fixing plate 24. The aromatherapy frame 20 is installed on the inner wall of the cat litter box. The aromatherapy base shell 21 is inserted into the aromatherapy frame 20 and is snapped and fixed to the aromatherapy frame 20. The aromatherapy cap 25 is installed on the open end face of the aromatherapy base shell 21 and has a spray hole 11. The aromatherapy head 23 is installed on the aromatherapy bottle 22 and is located inside the aromatherapy base shell 21. The aromatherapy fixing plate 24 is installed on the open end face of the aromatherapy head 23 and is fixed to the inner side of the aromatherapy cap 25 by screws. The opening of the aromatherapy head 23 is opposite to the spray hole 11.

[0030] The diffuser head is equipped with a small pump that draws out the deodorizing fragrance from inside the diffuser bottle and sprays it out through the diffuser head and spray nozzle. The sprayed deodorizing fragrance covers the inner cavity of the cat litter box. The deodorizing fragrance can be a pet-specific aromatherapy spray containing natural disinfecting ingredients to reduce bacterial growth, avoid chemical residues that could harm the pet's health, suppress odors, and reduce resistance.

[0031] The drive housing contains a battery, which powers both the drive mechanism and the small pump.

[0032] In this embodiment, the drive mechanism includes a motor 30, a reducer 31, a drive gear 32, a driven gear 33, a rotating shaft 34, a side buckle 29, a side main shell 35, and a side cover 28. The side main shell 35 is installed at one end of the base 1. One end of the rotating shaft 34 is installed on the inner side of the side main shell 35 through a first bearing, and the other end is fixedly connected to the cat litter box. One end of the driven gear 33 is installed on the end face of the cat litter box facing the side main shell 35, and the other end extends into the inner cavity of the side main shell 35.

[0033] The side cover 28 is installed on the outer side surface of the side main housing 35, forming an installation cavity between the side cover 28 and the side main housing 35. The motor 30 and the reducer 31 are disposed in the installation cavity and connected to each other. The side main housing 35 has a gear port near the motor 30 that communicates with the inner cavity of the side main housing 35. The drive gear 32 is installed on the shaft at the other end of the reducer 31, and the drive gear 32 extends through the gear port into the inner cavity of the side main housing 35 and meshes with the driven gear 33. The side buckle 29 is installed between the side cover 28 and the side main housing 35.

[0034] In this embodiment, a flip cover 8 is provided on the outside of the flow guide 12 to cover the flow guide 12. One side of the flip cover 8 is fixedly connected to the cat litter box through a hinge, and a male head 10 is installed on the other side. A fixing shell 16 is installed on the flow guide 12. A female buckle 17 is installed inside the fixing shell 16. The male head 10 is inserted into the female buckle 17 and fixed with it. A decorative plate 9 is installed on the outer side of the flip cover 8 opposite the male head 10. The decorative plate 9 is provided with a hole for inserting a finger and squeezing the male head 10 to disengage from the female buckle 17.

[0035] When defecation is needed, a finger can be inserted into the socket and squeezed to disengage the male head from the female buckle. At this time, the flip cover can be opened upwards around the hinge, and the cover plate can be opened and a garbage bag can be put in.

[0036] In this embodiment, a decorative ring 6 is installed in the inlet and outlet, allowing the cat to enter the interior of the litter box through the decorative ring.

[0037] In this embodiment, the base 1 is provided with multiple rectangular openings, each of which is provided with a wheel 27 that contacts the cat litter box. A second bearing is installed at the center of each wheel 27, and a shaft is installed in the inner ring of each second bearing. The other end of the shaft is installed on the inner wall of the rectangular opening.

[0038] In this embodiment, a plurality of weighing feet 26 are installed on the bottom surface of the base 1.

[0039] In this embodiment, the end of the grille 4 away from the guide part 12 is set in an arc shape, and the degree of arc matches the degree of arc of the inner wall of the cat litter box, so that the grille can fully contact the inner wall of the cat litter box, thereby more effectively separating feces.

[0040] In this embodiment, an annular groove is provided on the surface of the fixing frame 13, and a clamping frame 14 for fixing the garbage bag is snapped into the annular groove.

[0041] The base has buttons for controlling the start / stop and forward / reverse rotation of the drive mechanism and the small pump at the end furthest from the drive mechanism. Therefore, when in use, the motor can be started by pressing the buttons. The start of the motor drives the drive gear, which in turn drives the driven gear, causing the driven gear and the litter box to rotate counterclockwise around the rotating shaft.

[0042] The rotation of the litter box drives the grid, which scoops out the feces from the litter. The litter itself can pass through the mesh on the grid and enter the isolation zone between the first baffle and the litter box. As the litter box continues to rotate, the litter remains in the isolation zone. When the grid is tilted to a certain degree, the feces on the grid can fall off the grid. After the cover is opened, the feces can fall out from the collection port.

[0043] Before defecating, the clamping frame can be opened, the opening of the garbage bag can be inserted into the annular groove, and the clamping frame can be put back in to press the opening of the bag down. After the feces fall out of the collection port, they can directly enter the garbage bag, which is convenient for collection.

[0044] After separation is complete, the motor can reverse to remove the cat litter from the isolation area and return it to its original position.

[0045] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions conceived without inventive effort 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 defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A litter box for separating feces, characterized by: The litter box includes a base (1), a first main shell (2), and a second main shell (3). The first main shell (2) and the second main shell (3) are combined to form a litter box. The front of the first main shell (2) has an inlet and outlet. The lower half of the litter box is placed on the base (1), and the upper half of the litter box is recessed to form a guide section (12). The guide section (12) has a collection port, and a fixing frame (13) is installed on the collection port. A cover plate that seals the fixing frame (13) is installed in the fixing frame (13) through a hinge. 15) A first baffle (5) is installed inside the cat litter box on one side of the guide section (12). An isolation zone (19) for intercepting cat litter is formed between the first baffle (5) and the inner wall of the cat litter box. A grille (4) is installed at the end of the first single plate away from the guide section (12). A second baffle (18) is installed inside the cat litter box on the other side of the guide section (12). A drive mechanism for rotating the cat litter box is installed at one end of the base (1). An odor-removing fragrance mechanism is installed inside the cat litter box.

2. The waste segregating cat litter box of claim 1, wherein: The aromatherapy unit includes an aromatherapy frame (20), an aromatherapy base shell (21), an aromatherapy head (23), an aromatherapy bottle (22), an aromatherapy cap (25), and an aromatherapy fixing plate (24). The aromatherapy frame (20) is installed on the inner wall of the cat litter box. The aromatherapy base shell (21) is inserted into the aromatherapy frame (20) and is snapped and fixed to the aromatherapy frame (20). The aromatherapy cap (25) is installed on the open end face of the aromatherapy base shell (21). The aromatherapy cap (25) is provided with a spray hole (11). The aromatherapy head (23) is installed on the aromatherapy bottle (22) and is located inside the aromatherapy base shell (21). The aromatherapy fixing plate (24) is installed on the open end face of the aromatherapy head (23) and is fixed to the inner side of the aromatherapy cap (25) by screws. The opening of the aromatherapy head (23) is set opposite to the spray hole (11).

3. The waste segregating cat litter box of claim 1, wherein: The drive mechanism includes a motor (30), a reducer (31), a drive gear (32), a driven gear (33), a rotating shaft (34), a side buckle (29), a side main shell (35), and a side cover (28). The side main shell (35) is installed at one end of the base (1). One end of the rotating shaft (34) is installed on the inner side of the side main shell (35) through a first bearing, and the other end is fixedly connected to the cat litter box. One end of the driven gear (33) is installed on the end face of the cat litter box facing the side main shell (35), and the other end extends into the inner cavity of the side main shell (35). The side cover (28) is installed on the outer side surface of the side main shell (35), and a mounting cavity is formed between the side cover (28) and the side main shell (35). The motor (30) and the reducer (31) are installed in the mounting cavity and connected to each other. The side main shell (35) has a gear port near the motor (30) that communicates with the inner cavity of the side main shell (35). The drive gear (32) is installed on the shaft at the other end of the reducer (31), and the drive gear (32) extends through the gear port into the inner cavity of the side main shell (35) and meshes with the driven gear (33). The side buckle (29) is installed between the side cover (28) and the side main shell (35).

4. The waste segregating cat litter box of claim 1, wherein: The outer side of the flow guide (12) is provided with a flip cover (8) that covers the flow guide (12). One side of the flip cover (8) is fixedly connected to the cat litter box by a hinge, and the other side is equipped with a male head (10). A fixing shell (16) is installed on the flow guide (12). A female buckle (17) is installed inside the fixing shell (16). The male head (10) is inserted into the female buckle (17) and fixed with it. A decorative plate (9) is installed on the outer side of the flip cover (8) opposite the male head (10). The decorative plate (9) is provided with a hole for inserting a finger and squeezing the male head (10) to disengage from the female buckle (17).

5. The waste-separating cat litter box of claim 1, wherein: Decorative rings (6) are installed in the inlet and outlet.

6. The waste-separating cat litter box of claim 1, wherein: The base (1) has multiple rectangular openings, each of which has a wheel (27) that contacts the cat litter box. A second bearing is installed at the center of each wheel (27), and a shaft is installed in the inner ring of each second bearing. The other end of the shaft is installed on the inner wall of the rectangular opening.

7. The waste segregating cat litter box of claim 1, wherein: Multiple weighing feet (26) are installed on the bottom surface of the base (1).

8. The waste segregating cat litter box as claimed in claim 1 wherein: The end of the grille (4) away from the guide section (12) is set in an arc shape, and the degree of arc matches the degree of arc of the inner wall of the cat litter box.

9. The waste material separating cat litter box of claim 1 wherein: The surface of the fixing frame (13) is provided with an annular groove, and a clamping frame (14) for fixing the garbage bag is snapped into the annular groove.