Emergency call device, cover plate assembly, and intelligent toilet

Abstract

The application discloses an emergency call device, a cover plate assembly and a smart toilet. The emergency call device is used in cooperation with a toilet cover plate. The toilet cover plate comprises a plate body and a circuit assembly. An installation cavity with an opening is formed in the plate body. The circuit assembly comprises an electrically connected power supply and a circuit board. The power supply and the circuit board are both installed in the installation cavity. The emergency call device comprises a trigger and a responder. The trigger is connected with the plate body and partially exposed outside the installation cavity through the opening. The responder is in communication connection with the trigger and externally connected with a power supply. The trigger is also electrically connected with the circuit board, so that the power supply can provide electric energy to the trigger through the circuit board. The technical scheme can overcome the problem that the function is disabled due to insufficient electric quantity of the trigger.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of bathroom equipment technology, and in particular to an emergency call device, a toilet seat assembly, and a smart toilet. Background Technology

[0002] During daily use, some users may spend too long in the toilet when using a smart toilet, which can cause numbness in the lower limbs, making it difficult to stand up and potentially leading to falls. Elderly people or people with mobility impairments may also experience instability or falls when using a smart toilet.

[0003] Based on this, users will be equipped with an emergency call device in the bathroom. The emergency call device includes a trigger and a responder. The trigger and the responder are connected in communication. Therefore, when the user triggers the trigger, the responder will issue a prompt, which can promptly remind others to provide assistance.

[0004] However, in related technologies, most triggers are powered by built-in batteries. Therefore, when the battery is depleted and not replaced or powered in time, the trigger is prone to failure. As a result, the responder cannot promptly alert others, making it difficult to provide timely assistance after a dangerous accident. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides an emergency call device, a cover assembly, and a smart toilet, which can overcome the problem of functional failure caused by insufficient power of the trigger.

[0006] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide an emergency call device for use with a toilet seat. The toilet seat includes a plate and a circuit assembly. An installation cavity with an opening is formed in the plate. The circuit assembly includes a power supply component and a circuit board that are electrically connected. Both the power supply component and the circuit board are installed in the installation cavity. The emergency call device includes a trigger and a responder.

[0007] The trigger is used to connect to the board body and is partially exposed outside the mounting cavity through the port. The responder is communicatively connected to the trigger and is used to connect to an external power supply.

[0008] The trigger is also used to be electrically connected to the circuit board so that the power supply unit can provide power to the trigger through the circuit board.

[0009] In some embodiments, the trigger includes a first housing, a trigger button, and a first main control board;

[0010] The first housing is used to be installed on the plate and has a first receiving cavity. One end of the first housing is provided with a first opening communicating with the first receiving cavity. The trigger button is covered at the first opening and connected to the first housing. The first main control board is housed in the first receiving cavity and is used to be electrically connected to the circuit board. The first main control board is provided with a trigger switch and a wireless transmission module. The wireless transmission module is communicatively connected to the responder.

[0011] When the trigger button is pressed, it can trigger the trigger switch, so that the wireless transmitting module outputs a signal to the responder.

[0012] In some embodiments, the trigger button is integrally formed with the first housing to make the trigger button and the first housing seamlessly connected.

[0013] In some embodiments, the side wall of the trigger button is formed with a step, and the opening wall of the first opening is provided with a boss, which is arranged in a ring shape.

[0014] The boss is embedded in the step.

[0015] In some embodiments, the other end of the first housing is provided with a second opening communicating with the first receiving cavity; the trigger further includes:

[0016] An encapsulant is filled between the cavity sidewall of the first receiving cavity and the side of the first main control board opposite to the first opening to seal the other end of the first housing.

[0017] In some embodiments, the responder includes a second housing, a stop button, a speaker, and a second main control board;

[0018] The second housing has a second receiving cavity, and the second housing also has a third opening communicating with the second receiving cavity. The touch-stop button is covered at the third opening and connected to the second housing. The speaker is received in the second receiving cavity. The second main control board is received in the second receiving cavity and electrically connected to the speaker. The second main control board is provided with a touch-stop switch and a wireless receiving module. The wireless receiving module is communicatively connected to the trigger to receive the signal output by the trigger.

[0019] When the stop button is pressed, it can trigger the stop switch, so that the second main control board can control the speaker to stop working.

[0020] In some embodiments, the cavity wall of the second receiving cavity is provided with a first latch; the stop button includes a button part and a connecting part;

[0021] The button portion is disposed on the third opening and is used to trigger the touch-stop switch. The connecting portion is connected to the outside of the button portion, and a first slot is provided at the end away from the button portion.

[0022] The first buckle engages with the first slot so that the stop button engages with the second housing.

[0023] In some embodiments, the responder further includes a conductive contact that passes through the second housing and is electrically connected to the second main control board. The conductive contact is used for electrical connection with an external socket.

[0024] The second housing is made of plastic, and the conductive contact is integrally formed with the second housing.

[0025] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide a toilet seat assembly, which includes a toilet seat and an emergency call device as described above;

[0026] The toilet seat includes a plate, a power supply component, and a circuit board. A mounting cavity with an opening is formed inside the plate. The power supply component and the circuit board are both mounted in the mounting cavity. The trigger is connected to the plate and is partially exposed outside the mounting cavity through the opening.

[0027] The circuit board is electrically connected to the trigger so that the power supply unit can provide power to the trigger through the circuit board.

[0028] Thirdly, embodiments of this application provide a smart toilet, which includes a toilet body and a cover assembly as described above, wherein the cover assembly is connected to the toilet body.

[0029] Based on the emergency call device, lid assembly, and smart toilet of this application embodiment, when the user triggers the trigger, the responder will immediately emit a response such as sound or light to promptly alert family members to an emergency. This allows family members to take timely rescue measures and prevent accidents. Furthermore, the lid's power supply can power the trigger, ensuring that the trigger will not experience power outages under normal conditions. Therefore, when the user encounters an emergency requiring rescue, the trigger can be used normally to promptly alert family members and effectively prevent situations where insufficient power in the trigger's built-in power supply prevents the user from promptly alerting family members via the responder. Attached Figure Description

[0030] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application 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 application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a smart toilet structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0032] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a partial cross-sectional structure of a smart toilet.

[0033] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0034] Figure 4 for Figure 3 The diagram shows the structure of the trigger.

[0035] Figure 5 for Figure 4 The diagram shows the exploded structure of the trigger.

[0036] Figure 6 for Figure 4 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the trigger.

[0037] Figure 7 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the exploded structure of the responder;

[0038] Figure 8 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the responder.

[0039] Figure 9 for Figure 8 The diagram shown illustrates the structure of the stop button.

[0040] Figure 10 for Figure 8 The diagram shows a partial structural schematic of the second housing.

[0041] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0042] 100. Toilet seat assembly; 10. Toilet seat; 11. Panel; 11A. Mounting cavity; 11B. Exit; 12. Circuit assembly; 20. Emergency call device; 21. Trigger; 211. First housing; 211A. First opening; 211B. Second opening; 211C. First receiving cavity; 2111. Boss; 2112. Second latch; 212. Trigger button; 212A. Step; 213. First main control board; 2 131. Trigger switch; 22. Responder; 221. Second housing; 221A. Second receiving cavity; 221B. Third opening; 2211. First latch; 222. Stop button; 2221. Button part; 2222. Connecting part; 2222A. First slot; 223. Second main control board; 2231. Stop switch; 224. Conductive contact; 225. Speaker component; 300. Smart toilet; 310. Toilet body.

[0043] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0044] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0045] Where the following description relates to the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0046] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" refers to two or more. "And / or" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects are in an "or" relationship.

[0047] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this application. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0048] Please refer to the following: Figures 1-3 This application proposes a smart toilet 300. In the embodiments of this application, the smart toilet 300 includes a toilet body 310 and a lid assembly 100. The lid assembly 100 is connected to the toilet body 310. The lid assembly 100 can have intelligent functions such as buttock cleaning, moving washing, warm air drying and seat heating, which effectively improves the user experience.

[0049] The toilet body 310 includes a seat, which is connected to the lid assembly 100 and has a basin. Understandably, when a user needs to use the toilet, they can sit on the seat and then use the toilet.

[0050] The toilet seat assembly 100 includes a toilet seat 10 and an emergency call device 20. The toilet seat 10 is connected to the seat of the toilet body 310. The toilet seat 10 includes a plate 11 and a circuit assembly 12.

[0051] The plate 11 serves as the main body of the toilet seat 10 and is connected to the seat of the toilet body 310. A mounting cavity 11A with an opening 11B is formed within the plate 11. The circuit assembly 12 includes a power supply component and a circuit board. The power supply component, as a component providing electrical energy, is installed within the mounting cavity 11A. The circuit board acts as a main control board, controlling the operation of various functional devices of the seat. The circuit board is electrically connected to the power supply component and is installed within the mounting cavity 11A.

[0052] The emergency call device 20 is used to notify family members in case of an accident during the user's toilet use, so as to avoid the accident from happening. Specifically, the emergency call device 20 includes a trigger 21 and a responder 22.

[0053] The trigger 21 serves to be activated by the user; that is, when the user feels discomfort, they can activate the trigger 21. The trigger 21 is used to connect to the board 11, and a portion of it is exposed outside the mounting cavity 11A through the port 11B. It is understood that the portion of the trigger 21 exposed before installation is for user activation. For example, the trigger 21 can be in the form of a trigger button 212, which the user can activate by pressing the trigger 21 with their finger. For another example, the trigger 21 can be in the form of an infrared sensor, which the user can activate by blocking the light emitted by the infrared sensor with their finger. This embodiment does not limit the specific type of trigger 21.

[0054] The responder 22 is intended for installation in areas such as the living room or bedroom of a home; this embodiment does not restrict the installation area of ​​the responder 22. The responder 22 is communicatively connected to the trigger 21, for example, they can be wirelessly connected, thus not overly restricting the installation location of the responder 22 and facilitating its installation. The responder 22 is powered by an external power source, such as a household electrical outlet, to maintain a continuous power supply.

[0055] In actual use, when the user triggers the trigger 21, the responder 22 will immediately emit a response such as sound or light to promptly remind family members that an accident has occurred, so that family members can take timely rescue measures and avoid accidents.

[0056] The trigger 21 is also electrically connected to the circuit board so that the power supply unit can provide power to the trigger 21 through the circuit board. It is understood that the cover will maintain an external power supply during daily use, that is, maintain an electrical connection with the socket in the bathroom so that the power supply unit always has power, so that the intelligent function of the cover can be used at any time. Therefore, in this embodiment, the power supply unit of the cover can supply power to the trigger 21 to ensure that the trigger 21 will not lose power under normal conditions. Thus, when the user encounters an emergency and needs rescue, the trigger 21 can be used normally to remind family members to rescue in time, effectively preventing the situation where the user cannot remind family members in time through the responder 22 due to insufficient power of the built-in power supply of the trigger 21.

[0057] Please refer to the following: Figures 1-4 In some embodiments, a second latch 2112 is provided on one of the cavity wall surface of the mounting cavity 11A and the outer surface of the trigger 21, and a second slot is provided on the other. The second latch 2112 and the second slot engage to engage the trigger 21 onto the plate 11.

[0058] It is understandable that the second latch 2112 can be an elastic latch. During the connection between the trigger 21 and the plate 11, the second latch 2112 will be compressed back. When the second latch 2112 corresponds to the second slot, the second latch 2112 will spring back to lock into the second slot, thus facilitating the connection between the trigger 21 and the plate 11.

[0059] In this embodiment, the second buckle 2112 and the second slot can be used to make the trigger 21 and the board 11 snap together. This ensures the connection stability between the trigger 21 and the board 11 and makes it easier for workers to assemble and disassemble the trigger 21 and the board 11.

[0060] Please refer to the following: Figures 3-6In some embodiments, the trigger 21 includes a first housing 211, a trigger button 212, and a first main control board 213.

[0061] The first housing 211 can be made of hard plastic to maintain a certain structural strength while keeping the overall weight of the first housing 211 relatively light. The first housing 211 is used to be installed on the plate 11 and has a first receiving cavity 211C. The first housing 211 can be arranged in a long cylindrical shape, and one end of the first housing 211 has a first opening 211A communicating with the first receiving cavity 211C.

[0062] The trigger button 212 can be made of soft rubber so that it can have a certain elastic deformation when pressed by the user. The trigger button 212 is disposed over the first opening 211A, and the shape of the trigger button 212 is adapted to the shape of the first opening 211A. For example, when the shape of the first opening 211A is circular, the trigger button 212 is also circular. In this embodiment, the specific shapes of the first opening 211A and the trigger button 212 are not limited.

[0063] The first main control board 213 is a PCBA board, which is housed in the first receiving cavity 211C and is used for electrical connection with the circuit board. In this way, the power supply unit can supply power to the first main control board 213 through the circuit board. The first main control board 213 is provided with a trigger switch 2131 and a wireless transmission module, which is communicatively connected to the responder 22.

[0064] When the trigger button 212 is pressed, it triggers the trigger switch 2131, causing the wireless transmitting module to output a signal to the responder 22. Thus, in an emergency, the user only needs to press the trigger button 212 to achieve a timely response from the responder 22, making operation convenient and providing a good user experience.

[0065] In practical use, since the trigger 21 is located in a relatively humid area such as a bathroom, it is necessary to ensure the waterproofness of the trigger 21 to guarantee its long service life. Therefore, in some embodiments, the trigger button 212 is integrally formed with the first housing 211, so that the trigger button 212 and the first housing 211 are seamlessly connected. For example, when the first housing 211 is made of hard plastic and the trigger button 212 is made of soft plastic, the two can be integrally formed using an overmolding injection molding process.

[0066] This design, on the one hand, can seal the first opening 211A, preventing water, dust and other impurities from flowing into the first receiving cavity 211C from the gap between the first opening 211A and the trigger button 212, thus ensuring sealing performance. On the other hand, it can reduce the assembly steps of the trigger button 212 and the first housing 211, reduce assembly costs, and at the same time ensure the assembly accuracy of the trigger button 212 covering the first opening 211A.

[0067] Please refer to the following: Figures 4-6 Furthermore, the side wall of the trigger button 212 is formed with a step 212A, and the opening wall of the first opening 211A is provided with a boss 2111, which is arranged in a ring shape. The boss 2111 is embedded in the step 212A.

[0068] This configuration, through the cooperation of the boss 2111 and the step 212A, can improve the stability of the connection between the trigger button 212 and the first housing 211, thereby preventing the trigger button 212 from separating from the first housing 211 due to excessive pressing by the user.

[0069] Please refer to the following: Figures 3-6 In some embodiments, the other end of the first housing 211 is provided with a second opening 211B communicating with the first receiving cavity 211C. The trigger 21 also includes an encapsulant (not shown) that fills the space between the cavity sidewall of the first receiving cavity 211C and the side of the first main control board 213 opposite to the first opening 211A, so as to seal the other end of the first housing 211.

[0070] It is understandable that the workshop can directly seal the other end of the first housing 211 by applying glue, which has a good sealing effect. Of course, in other embodiments, the other end of the first housing 211 can also be provided with a cover plate, and by providing a sealing ring between the cover plate and the first housing 211, the other end of the first housing 211 can also be sealed.

[0071] Thus, in this embodiment, both ends of the first housing 211 can be sealed to ensure that the trigger 21 has excellent waterproof performance, thereby effectively guaranteeing the durability of the trigger 21.

[0072] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 , Figure 7 as well as Figure 8 In some embodiments, the responder 22 includes a second housing 221, a stop button 222, a speaker 225, and a second main control board 223.

[0073] The second housing 221 is made of plastic to maintain structural strength while maintaining a light weight. The second housing 221 has a second receiving cavity 221A and a third opening 221B communicating with the second receiving cavity 221A. The stop button 222 is made of soft rubber and is positioned over the third opening 221B, connecting to the second housing 221.

[0074] The speaker 225 can emit sound reminders. Specifically, the speaker 225 is housed in the second receiving cavity 221A. The second housing 221 is provided with a sound hole that communicates with the second receiving cavity 221A. In this way, the sound emitted by the speaker 225 can be propagated outward through the sound hole.

[0075] The second main control board 223 is a PCBA board, which is housed within the second receiving cavity 221A and electrically connected to the speaker component 225. The second main control board 223 is equipped with a stop switch 2231 and a wireless receiving module. The wireless receiving module is communicatively connected to the wireless transmitting module of the trigger 21 to receive signals output by the wireless transmitting module of the trigger 21. When the stop button 222 is pressed, it triggers the stop switch 2231, causing the second main control board 223 to control the speaker component 225 to stop operating.

[0076] In this embodiment, when a user accidentally touches the trigger button 212 of the trigger 21, the user or a family member can stop the speaker 225 from emitting sound by directly pressing the stop button 222. The operation is convenient and the user experience is excellent.

[0077] Please refer to the following: Figures 7-8 In some embodiments, the responder 22 further includes a conductive contact 224. The conductive contact 224 passes through the second housing 221 and is electrically connected to the second main control board 223. The conductive contact 224 is used for electrical connection with an external socket.

[0078] The second housing 221 is made of plastic, and the conductive contact 224 is integrally formed with the second housing 221. This design reduces the assembly steps between the conductive contact 224 and the second housing 221, and improves the connection strength between them.

[0079] Please refer to the following: Figures 9-10 In some embodiments, the cavity wall of the second receiving cavity 221A is provided with a first buckle 2211, which can be in the form of a buckle post.

[0080] The stop button 222 includes a button portion 2221 and a connecting portion 2222. The button portion 2221 covers the third opening 221B and is used to trigger the switch of the button 212. The connecting portion 2222 is connected to the outside of the button portion 2221, and a first slot 2222A is provided at the end away from the button portion 2221. A first latch 2211 engages with the first slot 2222A so that the stop button 222 engages with the second housing 221.

[0081] This facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the stop button 222 and the second housing 221, and also allows for timely replacement of the stop button 222 if it is damaged.

[0082] It is understandable that the connecting part 2222 can be arranged in a long strip shape, so that the snap connection between the first buckle 2211 and the first slot 2222A can be achieved without affecting the elastic deformation of the button part 2221.

[0083] In the accompanying drawings of this embodiment, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and 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. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the accompanying drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0084] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An emergency call device for use with a toilet seat, the toilet seat comprising a plate and a circuit assembly, wherein a mounting cavity with an opening is formed within the plate, the circuit assembly comprising a power supply component and a circuit board electrically connected thereto, the power supply component and the circuit board both being mounted within the mounting cavity, characterized in that, The emergency call device includes: A trigger, for connection to the plate body, and partially exposed outside the mounting cavity through the port; and A responder, communicatively connected to the trigger, and used for external power supply; The trigger is also used to be electrically connected to the circuit board so that the power supply unit can provide power to the trigger through the circuit board.

2. The emergency call device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The trigger includes: A first housing is used to be installed on the plate and has a first receiving cavity, and one end of the first housing is provided with a first opening communicating with the first receiving cavity; A trigger button is located at the first opening and connected to the first housing; and A first main control board is housed within a first receiving cavity and is used for electrical connection with the circuit board. The first main control board is provided with a trigger switch and a wireless transmission module, and the wireless transmission module is communicatively connected to the responder. When the trigger button is pressed, it can trigger the trigger switch, so that the wireless transmitting module outputs a signal to the responder.

3. The emergency call device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The trigger button is integrally formed with the first housing so that the trigger button and the first housing are seamlessly connected.

4. The emergency call device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The side wall of the trigger button is stepped, and the opening wall of the first opening is provided with a protrusion, which is arranged in a ring shape. The boss is embedded in the step.

5. The emergency call device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The other end of the first housing is provided with a second opening communicating with the first receiving cavity; the trigger further includes: An encapsulant is filled between the cavity sidewall of the first receiving cavity and the side of the first main control board opposite to the first opening to seal the other end of the first housing.

6. The emergency call device as described in any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The responder includes: The second housing has a second receiving cavity, and the second housing is further provided with a third opening communicating with the second receiving cavity; A stop button is located at the third opening and is connected to the second housing. The horn component is housed within the second receiving cavity; and The second main control board is housed in the second receiving cavity and is electrically connected to the speaker. The second main control board is equipped with a touch-stop switch and a wireless receiving module. The wireless receiving module is communicatively connected to the trigger to receive the signal output by the trigger. When the stop button is pressed, it can trigger the stop switch, so that the second main control board can control the speaker to stop working.

7. The emergency call device as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The wall of the second receiving cavity is provided with a first latch; the stop button includes: A button section is provided at the third opening and is used to trigger the stop switch; and A connecting part is connected to the outside of the button part, and a first slot is provided at the end away from the button part; The first buckle engages with the first slot so that the stop button engages with the second housing.

8. The emergency call device as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The responder also includes: A conductive contact is inserted through the second housing and electrically connected to the second main control board. The conductive contact is used to electrically connect to an external socket. The second housing is made of plastic, and the conductive contact is integrally formed with the second housing.

9. A cover plate assembly, characterized in that, include: A toilet seat includes a panel, a power supply component, and a circuit board. The panel has a mounting cavity with an opening, and both the power supply component and the circuit board are mounted in the mounting cavity. and The emergency call device as described in any one of claims 1-8, wherein the trigger is connected to the plate and is partially exposed outside the mounting cavity through the opening; The circuit board is electrically connected to the trigger so that the power supply unit can provide power to the trigger through the circuit board.

10. A smart toilet, characterized in that, include: Toilet body; and The cover assembly as claimed in claim 9, wherein the cover body is connected to the toilet body.

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