A folding faucet

Abstract

This application discloses a folding faucet, characterized by comprising: a faucet body; a water outlet having a water outlet suitable for dispensing water, the water outlet rotating relative to the faucet body around a horizontal rotation axis at a first position where the water outlet is away from the faucet body, a second position where the water outlet is close to the faucet body, and a third position between the first and second positions; a drive source driving the water outlet to rotate relative to the faucet body; a sensor disposed on the faucet body and sensing obstacles forward; when the water outlet moves from the first position to the second position, the drive source stops driving the water outlet to rotate when it senses an obstacle in front of the sensor. Using this technical solution, it is possible to detect whether there are objects within the faucet's unfolded or folded range, avoiding collisions between the faucet and obstacles during movement, preventing damage to the faucet, pinching, or injuring the user, improving the faucet's service life, and reducing safety hazards.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of faucet technology, specifically to a folding faucet. Background Technology

[0002] Most conventional faucets are fixed, and the water outlet is exposed to the air for a long time, making it easy for dust to accumulate and bacteria to grow, affecting hygiene. In addition, when these faucets integrate multiple functions (such as heating and filtering), they are often large in size and take up a lot of counter space. In places with limited space, such as kitchens and bathrooms, they are neither aesthetically pleasing nor convenient to operate.

[0003] To address these issues, foldable faucets have emerged. These products can be folded away for storage when not in use, saving space and offering significant advantages in confined spaces or scenarios with high space utilization requirements (such as RVs and small kitchens). However, current foldable faucets on the market still have many technical shortcomings: they cannot detect obstacles in the surrounding environment during unfolding or folding, making them prone to collisions and damage. For users, especially in complex environments like kitchens where users may move within the faucet's range of motion, faucets without obstacle detection may pinch or bump into users during unfolding or folding, posing a significant safety hazard. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned defects or problems in the background technology and provide a folding faucet with obstacle avoidance function. It can detect whether there are objects in the faucet during the unfolding or folding process, avoid the faucet from colliding with obstacles during movement, so as to avoid damage to the faucet, pinching or injuring the user, improve the service life of the faucet and reduce safety hazards.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention and its preferred embodiments adopt the following technical solutions, but the embodiments are not limited to the following solutions:

[0006] The first technical solution relates to a folding faucet, which includes:

[0007] The faucet body;

[0008] The water outlet is provided with a water outlet suitable for water discharge. The water outlet rotates relative to the faucet body about a horizontal rotation axis in a first position where the water outlet is far away from the faucet body, a second position where the water outlet is close to the faucet body, and a third position between the first and second positions.

[0009] A drive source that causes the water outlet to rotate relative to the faucet body;

[0010] A sensor is mounted on the faucet body and senses obstacles in the forward direction;

[0011] When the water outlet moves from the first position to the second position, the drive source stops driving the water outlet to rotate when it senses an obstacle in front of the sensor.

[0012] The second technical solution is based on the first technical solution, wherein the faucet body is vertically arranged, the water outlet extends horizontally when rotated to the first position, the water outlet is located below the horizontal rotation axis when rotated to the second position, and the sensor is located below the water outlet.

[0013] The third technical solution is based on the second technical solution, and further includes a signal indicator. When the water outlet moves from the first position to the second position, the signal indicator issues a prompt signal when the sensor detects an obstacle.

[0014] The fourth technical solution is based on the first technical solution, and further includes a sensing element disposed on the side of the faucet body for sensing side obstructions. When the sensing element senses an obstruction, the driving source drives the water outlet to rotate.

[0015] The fifth technical solution is based on the first technical solution, and further includes a touch control, which is disposed on the upper surface of the water outlet and away from the water outlet, and touches the touch control to cause the driving source to drive the water outlet to rotate.

[0016] The sixth technical solution is based on the first technical solution, and further includes a signal receiver, wherein the driving source drives the water outlet to rotate when the signal receiver receives a signal from an external device.

[0017] The seventh technical solution is based on the first technical solution, wherein the water outlet and the faucet body are rotatably connected through a transmission assembly. The transmission assembly is provided with a first transmission component and a second transmission component. The first transmission component is installed at the connection between the water outlet and the faucet body, and the second transmission component is fixedly connected to the drive source. The drive source connects the first transmission component and the second transmission component through a belt and drives them to make the water outlet rotate.

[0018] The eighth technical solution is based on any one of the second to seventh technical solutions, wherein the water outlet part has a first limiting protrusion and a second limiting protrusion that protrude radially relative to the horizontal rotation axis, and the faucet body is provided with a contact switch for controlling the drive source to stop working. When the water outlet part rotates to the first position, the first limiting protrusion abuts against the contact switch to stop the drive source from working. When the water outlet part rotates to the second position, the second limiting protrusion abuts against the contact switch to stop the drive source from working.

[0019] The ninth technical solution is based on the eighth technical solution, wherein the contact switch is tangentially arranged relative to the horizontal axis, and the contact switch is provided with a first contact portion suitable for contacting the first limiting protrusion and a second contact portion suitable for contacting the second limiting protrusion along the tangential direction of the horizontal rotation axis.

[0020] As can be seen from the above description of the present invention and its preferred embodiments, compared with the prior art, the technical solution of the present invention and its preferred embodiments have the following beneficial effects due to the adoption of the following technical means:

[0021] In the first technical solution, the water outlet can rotate relative to the faucet body around a horizontal axis, flexibly switching between a first position (away from the faucet body), a second position (closer to the faucet body), and a third position in between. When water is not needed, the water outlet can be rotated to a position closer to the body, reducing the space occupied above the basin and reserving more space for washing and other operations; when water is needed, it can be rotated to a position away from the body, meeting the space requirements of different usage scenarios. However, when the water outlet rotates from the first position to the second position, the faucet body cannot sense obstacles in the surrounding environment, making it highly susceptible to collisions with obstacles during movement, potentially damaging the faucet itself. Therefore, this technical solution also incorporates a sensor within the faucet body. The drive source and sensor work together. The sensor, located within the faucet body, senses obstacles forward. Thus, when the water outlet rotates from the first position to the second position, if the sensor detects an obstacle (such as a user's limbs, toiletries, etc.), the drive source immediately stops rotating, preventing collisions between the water outlet and the obstacle, protecting the equipment and user safety, and reducing the risk of damage and the probability of accidents. This extends the faucet's lifespan while also reducing safety hazards.

[0022] In the second technical solution, the faucet body is vertically set, and when the water outlet rotates to the first position, it extends horizontally to form an L-shaped structure, which facilitates daily washing and cleaning operations. When the water outlet rotates to the second position, its layout below the horizontal rotation axis reduces the space occupied in front and improves space utilization. The design of the sensor located below the water outlet allows it to sense obstacles in front of it during the rotation of the water outlet, preventing the water outlet from colliding with obstacles during movement, which could damage the faucet or pinch or injure the user. This improves the faucet's service life and reduces safety hazards. The sensor's ability to sense obstacles in front of it also avoids misdetecting the rotation of the water outlet as an obstacle, ensuring the accuracy of the sensing.

[0023] In the third technical solution, the folding faucet also includes a signal indicator. When the water outlet moves from the first position to the second position, the signal indicator will issue a warning when the sensor detects an obstacle. When the user is using the faucet, the signal indicator will simultaneously issue a warning signal when the sensor detects an obstacle during the rotation of the water outlet, forming a complete safety chain of "sensing-stopping-warning". By providing timely warnings, collisions can be avoided, the lifespan of the faucet can be increased, and safety hazards can be reduced.

[0024] In the fourth technical solution, the folding faucet is also equipped with a sensor located on the side of the faucet body. This sensor detects any obstructions on the side. When the sensor detects an obstruction, the drive source drives the water outlet to rotate. When the user uses the faucet, they can wave their hand or other object in front of the sensor. The sensor quickly recognizes the obstruction signal, and the drive source then drives the water outlet to rotate to the first or second position. The water outlet can be automatically adjusted without manual operation by the user, improving the convenience and efficiency of operation. Compared with traditional manual operation, it effectively avoids direct contact between hand dirt and water stains and the faucet, reducing the risk of bacterial growth and spread. The contactless operation mode can better ensure hygiene and safety, meeting the needs of a healthy life.

[0025] In the fifth technical solution, the folding faucet also includes a touch control, which is set on the upper surface of the water outlet and away from the water outlet. Touching the touch control causes the drive source to drive the water outlet to rotate. Since the touch control is located on the upper surface of the water outlet and away from the water outlet, the user does not need to bend over or look for a specific button during use. He / she can simply touch the upper surface of the water outlet to trigger the drive source and realize the rotation of the water outlet, making the folding faucet more convenient.

[0026] In the sixth technical solution, the folding faucet also includes a signal receiver. When the signal receiver receives a signal from an external device, it drives the water outlet to rotate. The signal receiver can receive signals from external devices. Users do not need to operate it physically; they can control the drive to rotate the water outlet through remote commands. Users can control the state of the water outlet by connecting to the signal receiver through an external device, thereby improving ease of use and meeting the needs of modern smart living.

[0027] In the seventh technical solution, by setting a belt to drive the rotating component, the traditional folding faucet breaks through the limitation of the drive source and transmission component being closely adjacent or in the same small space. The drive source can be arranged in a more spacious area inside the faucet body. This connection method effectively saves internal space and solves the problem that the drive source and transmission shaft are not on the same vertical axis. It ensures stable power output and makes the internal structure of the entire faucet more compact and reasonable, leaving sufficient installation space for other functional components. Compared with the existing technology of direct transmission between the drive source and transmission component, the structure in this technical solution can effectively save space and solve the problem of long transmission distance.

[0028] In the eighth technical solution, the water outlet section has a first limiting protrusion and a second limiting protrusion protruding radially relative to the horizontal rotation axis. The faucet body has a contact switch for controlling the drive source to stop working. When the water outlet section rotates to the first position, the first limiting protrusion abuts against the contact switch, stopping the drive source. When the water outlet section rotates to the second position, the second limiting protrusion abuts against the contact switch, stopping the drive source. The cooperation of the first and second limiting protrusions with the contact switch provides a clear rotation limit boundary for the water outlet section. During use, the first limiting protrusion accurately abuts against the contact switch, triggering the drive source to stop working, keeping the water outlet section stably in the first position, ensuring normal water flow. When the water outlet section rotates to the second position, the second limiting protrusion abuts against the contact switch, and the drive source stops driving in time, ensuring that the water outlet section is accurately folded into place. This precise positioning mechanism avoids inconvenience caused by excessive or insufficient rotation of the water outlet section. The limiting structure formed by the limiting protrusions and the contact switch can effectively prevent damage to the drive source or other functional components due to excessive rotation, improving the service life of the faucet. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the following description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the folding faucet in the embodiment;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the water outlet located in the first position in the embodiment;

[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Sectional view along axis AA;

[0033] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the water outlet located at the second position in the embodiment;

[0034] Figure 5 for Figure 4 BB-direction sectional view;

[0035] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission component connection.

[0036] Explanation of key figure labels:

[0037] Folding faucet 1; faucet body 2; water outlet 3; drive source 4; sensor 5; sensing element 6; touch control 7; signal receiver 8; transmission assembly 9; belt 10; contact switch 11; first contact part 12; second contact part 13; cavity 14; rear cover 15; water outlet 16; first limiting protrusion 17; second limiting protrusion 18; housing 19; top cover 20; bottom cover 21; first transmission component 22; second transmission component 23. Detailed Implementation

[0038] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are preferred embodiments of the present utility model and should not be considered as excluding other embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0039] Unless otherwise expressly defined, the use of terms such as "first," "second," or "third" in the claims, description, and drawings of this utility model is for distinguishing different objects and not for describing a specific order.

[0040] Unless otherwise expressly defined, in the claims, description, and accompanying drawings of this utility model, the use of directional terms such as "center," "lateral," "longitudinal," "horizontal," "vertical," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise" to indicate orientation or positional relationships is based on the orientation and positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and is only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and is not intended to 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 limiting the specific scope of protection of the invention.

[0041] In this embodiment, for the sake of referring to the accompanying drawings and for ease of explanation, ω is defined as the rotation direction of the water outlet 3, direction Y is the sensing direction of the sensor 5, the first position is the unfolded position of the water outlet 3, and the second position is the folded position of the water outlet 3.

[0042] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the folding faucet 1 in the embodiment. Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the water outlet 3 located in the first position in the embodiment. Figure 1 and 2 As shown, the folding faucet 1 includes a faucet body 2, a water outlet 3, a drive source 4, a sensor 5, a signal indicator (not shown), a sensor 6, a touch control 7, a signal receiver 8, a transmission assembly 9, and a belt 10. The faucet body 2 is vertically arranged and equipped with a contact switch 11. The contact switch 11 is tangentially arranged relative to the horizontal rotation axis. The contact switch 11 includes a first abutment part 12 and a second abutment part 13 and is adapted to control the drive source 4. In this embodiment, the faucet body 2 is vertically installed and has an internal cavity 14 adapted to accommodate various functional components. It also has a rear cover 15 for sealing the cavity 14. The rear cover 15 is adapted to install the contact switch 11, which is tangentially arranged relative to the horizontal rotation axis.

[0043] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, Figure 3 for Figure 2 Sectional view along line AA, Figure 4 This is a perspective view showing the water outlet 3 in the second position in the embodiment. Figure 5 for Figure 4 A BB-directed sectional view. For example... Figure 3 and 5 The water outlet 3 shown includes a water outlet 16, a first limiting protrusion 17 and a second limiting protrusion 18. The water outlet 3 rotates relative to the faucet body 2 about a horizontal rotation axis. The water outlet 16 is adapted to move away from the faucet body 2 and close to the faucet body 2. The first limiting protrusion 17 and the second limiting protrusion 18 protrude in the radial direction of the water outlet 3 relative to the horizontal rotation axis and are adapted to abut against the contact switch 11. Specifically, when the water outlet 3 rotates relative to the faucet body 2 around the horizontal rotation axis to the first position, the water outlet 3 extends horizontally, and the water outlet 16 moves away from the faucet body 2. At the same time, the first limiting protrusion 17 abuts against the first abutting part 12 along the tangential direction, triggering the contact switch 11 and controlling the drive source 4 to stop working, so that the water outlet 3 is stably maintained in the first position. When the water outlet 3 rotates to the second position, the water outlet 3 is located below the horizontal rotation axis, and the water outlet 16 is close to the faucet body 2. At the same time, the second limiting protrusion 18 abuts against the second abutting part 13 along the tangential direction, which also causes the drive source 4 to stop working, ensuring that the water outlet 3 is accurately positioned in the second position.

[0044] like Figure 1As shown, in this embodiment, the water outlet 3 includes a housing 19, an upper cover 20, and a bottom cover 21. The housing 19 covers the upper end of the faucet body 2 and has an opening for inserting the touch control 7. The upper cover 20 covers the surface of the housing 19 and is suitable for covering the touch control 7. The upper cover 20 is suitable for operating the touch control 7. The water outlet 16 is provided on the bottom cover 21.

[0045] like Figure 1 As shown, the drive source 4 is installed inside the cavity 14 of the faucet body 2 and connected to the transmission component 9 via a belt 10. This connection method effectively saves internal space and solves the problem that the drive source 4 and the transmission component 9 are not on the same vertical axis, ensuring stable power output and driving the water outlet 3 to rotate between the first and second positions. The sensor 5 is located below the faucet body 2, with its sensing direction facing forward, and is used to sense obstacles in front. When the water outlet 3 rotates from the first position to the second position, if the sensor 5 senses an obstacle in front, the sensor 5 will transmit the sensed signal to the drive source 4, causing the drive source 4 to stop working, preventing the water outlet 3 from colliding with the obstacle and ensuring safety. The signal indicator (not shown in the figure) works in conjunction with the sensor 5. In this embodiment, the signal indicator adopts an integrated sound and light design. When the sensor 5 senses an obstacle, at the same time as the drive source 4 stops working, the signal indicator emits a flashing light or a buzzer sound, which can promptly remind the user of the potential collision risk. The sensor 6 is installed on the side of the faucet body 2. When the user waves their hand or other obstruction in front of the sensor 6, the sensor 6 detects the obstruction, transmits a signal to the drive source 4, and controls the drive source 4 to drive the water outlet 3 to rotate to the first position, realizing contactless control of the water outlet 3. The touch control 7 is located on the upper surface of the water outlet 3 and away from the water outlet 16. When the user touches the touch control 7, the trigger circuit transmits a signal to the drive source 4, thereby controlling the drive source 4 to work and realizing manual control of the water outlet 3 to rotate. The signal receiver 8 can receive signals from external devices, and the user can remotely control the drive source 4. In this embodiment, the signal receiver 8 is installed inside the faucet body 2.

[0046] See Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connection of transmission component 9. (See diagram below.) Figure 6 The transmission assembly 9 includes a first transmission component 22 and a second transmission component 23, which are connected by a belt 10. The first transmission component 22 is located at the connection between the water outlet 3 and the faucet body 2. Specifically, the first transmission assembly 9 provides a stable rotatable connection and support to the water outlet 3 through pins and bearings, thereby driving the water outlet 3 to rotate. The second transmission component 23 is installed below the faucet body 2 and fixedly connected to the drive source 4. Specifically, when the drive source 4 is started, the second transmission component 23 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the drive source 4, so that the drive source 4 drives the second transmission component 23 and drives the first transmission component 22 to rotate through the belt 10, thereby driving the water outlet 3 to rotate.

[0047] In this embodiment, a multi-mode control is adopted for the folding faucet 1. The user can choose to control the sensor 6, the touch control 7, or use an external device to remotely control the faucet. Any of the three operations can control the drive source 4 to use the folding faucet 1.

[0048] In this embodiment, when the water outlet 3 rotates to the first position and no user operation is detected within a certain period of time, and the sensor 5 does not sense any obstacle, the drive source 4 will automatically start to rotate the water outlet 3 to the second position to complete the storage, reducing space occupation and improving ease of use.

[0049] In this embodiment, the water outlet 3 can rotate relative to the faucet body 2 around a horizontal rotation axis, flexibly switching between a first position (away from the faucet body), a second position (closer to the faucet body), and a third position in between. When water is not needed, the water outlet 3 can be rotated to a position closer to the body, reducing the space occupied above the basin and reserving more space for washing and other operations; when water is needed, it can be rotated to a position away from the body to meet the space requirements of different usage scenarios. However, when the water outlet 3 rotates from the first position to the second position, the faucet body 2 cannot sense obstacles in the surrounding environment, which makes it very easy for the water outlet to collide with obstacles during movement, resulting in damage to the faucet itself. Therefore, in this technical solution, a sensor 5 is also installed in the faucet body 2. The drive source 4 works in conjunction with the sensor 5. The sensor is installed inside the faucet body 2 and senses obstacles forward. Therefore, when the water outlet 3 rotates from the first position to the second position, if the sensor 5 detects an obstacle in front (such as a user's limbs, toiletries, etc.), the drive source 4 stops rotating in time to avoid the water outlet 3 colliding with the obstacle, protecting the safety of the equipment and the user, and reducing the risk of damage and the probability of accidents. This extends the lifespan of the faucet while also reducing safety hazards.

[0050] In this embodiment, the faucet body 2 is vertically arranged, and the water outlet 3 extends horizontally to form an L-shaped structure when rotated to the first position, which facilitates daily washing and cleaning operations. When the water outlet 3 rotates to the second position, the cloth located below the horizontal rotation axis can reduce the space occupied in front and improve space utilization. The design of the sensor 5 located below the water outlet 3 allows it to sense obstacles in front of it during the rotation of the water outlet 3, avoiding collisions between the water outlet 3 and obstacles during movement, which could damage the faucet, pinch or injure the user, improve the service life of the faucet, and reduce safety hazards. The sensor 5's ability to sense obstacles in front of it also avoids misdetecting the rotation of the water outlet 3 as an obstacle, ensuring the accuracy of the sensing.

[0051] In this embodiment, the folding faucet 1 also includes a signal indicator. When the water outlet 3 moves from the first position to the second position, the signal indicator will issue a warning when the sensor 5 senses an obstacle. When the user is using the faucet, the signal indicator will simultaneously issue a warning signal when the sensor 5 detects an obstacle during the rotation of the water outlet 3, forming a complete safety chain of "sensing-stopping-warning". Timely warnings can help avoid collisions, improve the service life of the faucet, and reduce safety hazards.

[0052] In this embodiment, the folding faucet 1 is also equipped with a sensor 6, which is located on the side of the faucet body 2. It is used to sense objects obstructing the side. When the sensor 6 senses an obstruction, the drive source 4 drives the water outlet 3 to rotate. When the user uses the faucet, he or she waves his hand in front of the sensor 6. The sensor 6 quickly identifies the obstruction signal, and the drive source 4 then drives the water outlet 3 to rotate to the first position or the second position. The state of the water outlet 3 can be automatically adjusted without the user's manual operation, which improves the convenience and efficiency of operation. Compared with traditional manual operation, it effectively avoids direct contact between hand dirt and water stains and the faucet, reducing the risk of bacterial growth and spread. The contactless operation mode can better ensure hygiene and safety and meet the needs of a healthy life.

[0053] In this embodiment, the folding faucet 1 also includes a touch control 7, which is disposed on the upper surface of the water outlet 3 and away from the water outlet 16. Touching the touch control 7 causes the drive source 4 to drive the water outlet 3 to rotate. Since the touch control 7 is located on the upper surface of the water outlet 3 and away from the water outlet 16, the user does not need to bend over or look for a specific button during use. He / she can simply touch the upper surface of the water outlet 3 to trigger the drive source 4 and realize the rotation of the water outlet 3, making the folding faucet 1 more convenient.

[0054] In this embodiment, the folding faucet 1 also includes a signal receiver 8. When the signal receiver 8 receives a signal from an external device, the drive source 4 drives the water outlet 3 to rotate. The signal receiver 8 can receive signals from external devices. Users do not need to operate it in person. They can control the drive source 4 to rotate the water outlet 3 through remote commands. When using the water outlet 3, users can connect to the signal receiver 8 through an external device to control its state, improving ease of use and meeting the needs of modern smart living.

[0055] In this embodiment, by setting the belt 10 to drive the rotating component to rotate, the traditional folding faucet 1, which places the drive source 4 and the transmission component 9 close to each other or in the same small space, can be arranged in a more spacious area inside the faucet body 2. This connection method effectively saves internal space and solves the problem that the drive source 4 and the transmission shaft are not on the same vertical axis, ensuring stable power output and making the internal structure of the entire faucet more compact and reasonable. It also leaves sufficient installation space for other functional components. Compared with the direct transmission method between the drive source 4 and the transmission component 9 in the prior art, the structure in this technical solution can effectively save space and solve the problem of long transmission distance.

[0056] In this embodiment, the water outlet 3 is radially protruding from the horizontal rotation axis and has a first limiting protrusion 17 and a second limiting protrusion 18. The faucet body 2 is provided with a contact switch 11 for controlling the drive source 4 to stop working. When the water outlet 3 rotates to the first position, the first limiting protrusion 17 abuts against the contact switch 11, causing the drive source 4 to stop working. When the water outlet 3 rotates to the second position, the second limiting protrusion 18 abuts against the contact switch 11, causing the drive source 4 to stop working. The cooperation of the first limiting protrusion 17 and the second limiting protrusion 18 with the contact switch 11 provides a clear rotation limit boundary for the water outlet 3. When the user uses it, the first limiting protrusion 17 accurately abuts against the contact switch 11, triggering the drive source 4 to stop working, so that the water outlet 3 is stably maintained in the first position, ensuring normal water output. When the water outlet 3 rotates to the second position, the second limiting protrusion 18 abuts against the contact switch 11, and the drive source 4 stops driving in time, ensuring that the water outlet 3 is accurately folded into place. This precise positioning mechanism avoids inconvenience caused by excessive or insufficient rotation of the water outlet 3. The limiting structure formed by the limiting protrusion and the contact switch 11 can effectively prevent damage to core components such as the drive source 4 and transmission components 9 due to excessive rotation, ensuring the stability and reliability of operation.

[0057] In summary, this embodiment achieves intelligent, convenient, and safe use of the folding faucet 1 through the combination and coordinated operation of various components. While ensuring safe use, it also improves space utilization and user experience.

[0058] Unless otherwise expressly defined, the terms "fixed connection" or "fixed connection" used in the claims, description and drawings of this utility model shall be interpreted broadly to refer to any connection in which there is no displacement or relative rotation relationship between the two parties, including non-removable fixed connection, detachable fixed connection, integral connection and fixed connection through other devices or components.

[0059] In the claims, description and accompanying drawings of this utility model, the terms "comprising", "having", and variations thereof are used to mean "including but not limited to".

[0060] The foregoing description of the specifications and embodiments is intended to explain the scope of protection of this utility model, but does not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. Modifications, equivalent substitutions, or other improvements to the embodiments of this utility model or a portion thereof that can be obtained by those skilled in the art through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation, based on the teachings of this utility model or the foregoing embodiments, should all be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A folding faucet, characterized in that it comprises: The faucet body (2); The water outlet (3) is provided with a water outlet (16) suitable for water discharge. The water outlet (3) rotates relative to the faucet body (2) about a horizontal rotation axis at a first position where the water outlet (16) is far away from the faucet body (2), a second position where the water outlet (16) is close to the faucet body (2), and a third position between the first and second positions. The driving source (4) drives the water outlet (3) to rotate relative to the faucet body (2); Sensor (5), which is disposed on the faucet body (2), and senses obstacles forward; When the water outlet (3) moves from the first position to the second position, the drive source (4) stops driving the water outlet (3) to rotate when it senses an obstacle in front of the sensor (5).

2. The folding faucet of claim 1, wherein, The faucet body (2) is vertically arranged. When the water outlet (3) is rotated to the first position, it extends horizontally. When the water outlet (3) is rotated to the second position, it is located below the horizontal rotation axis. The sensor (5) is located below the water outlet (3).

3. A folding faucet according to claim 2, wherein It also includes a signal indicator. When the water outlet (3) moves from the first position to the second position, the signal indicator will issue a prompt signal when the sensor (5) senses an obstacle in front.

4. The folding faucet of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a sensor (6), which is disposed on the side of the faucet body (2) for sensing side obstructions. When the sensor (6) senses an obstruction, the drive source (4) drives the water outlet (3) to rotate.

5. The folding faucet of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a touch control (7), which is disposed on the upper surface of the water outlet (3) and away from the water outlet (16), and touches the touch control (7) to cause the drive source (4) to drive the water outlet (3) to rotate.

6. The folding faucet of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a signal receiver (8), and the drive source (4) drives the water outlet (3) to rotate when the signal receiver (8) receives a signal from an external device.

7. The folding faucet of claim 1, wherein, The water outlet (3) and the faucet body (2) are rotatably connected by a transmission assembly (9). The transmission assembly (9) is provided with a first transmission component (22) and a second transmission component (23). The first transmission component (22) is installed at the connection between the water outlet (3) and the faucet body (2). The second transmission component (23) is fixedly connected to the drive source (4). The drive source (4) connects the first transmission component (22) and the second transmission component (23) through a belt (10) and drives them to make the water outlet (3) rotate.

8. A folding tap according to any one of claims 2 to 7, wherein, The water outlet (3) has a first limiting protrusion (17) and a second limiting protrusion (18) that protrude radially relative to the horizontal rotation axis. The faucet body (2) is provided with a contact switch (11) for controlling the drive source (4) to stop working. When the water outlet (3) rotates to the first position, the first limiting protrusion (17) abuts against the contact switch (11) to stop the drive source (4) from working. When the water outlet (3) rotates to the second position, the second limiting protrusion (18) abuts against the contact switch (11) to stop the drive source (4) from working.

9. The folding faucet of claim 8, wherein, The abutment switch (11) is tangentially arranged relative to a horizontal axis, and the abutment switch (11) is tangentially provided with a first abutment portion (12) adapted to abut against the first limiting protrusion (17) and a second abutment portion (13) adapted to abut against the second limiting protrusion (18) along the tangential direction of the horizontal rotation axis.

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