Cat litter box with stable support structure

The stability of the litter box is enhanced by the inclined arrangement of the outer shell and the partition structure of the inner and outer basins. It is also equipped with a drive component and a cleaning rake, which solves the problem of the litter box easily tipping over and achieves stability and automatic cleaning.

CN224670554UActive Publication Date: 2026-08-25DONGGUAN SOIKOI TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202522151530.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-10-11
Publication Date
2026-08-25
Estimated Expiration
2035-10-11

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Technical Problem

Existing litter boxes are prone to tipping over because they are supported only by the bottom, making them unstable.

Method used

The litter box is designed with a stable support structure, which enhances stability through the inclined arrangement of the outer shell and the partition structure between the inner and outer bowls. It is also equipped with a drive assembly and a cleaning rake to ensure that the litter box is not easily tipped over.

Benefits of technology

The stability of the litter box has been improved to prevent it from tipping over, and automatic cleaning is achieved through a drive component, enhancing the user experience.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to pet supplies's technical field discloses cat litter basin with stable support structure, including outer basin, inner bag, cleaning harrow and drive assembly, drive assembly is used for driving cleaning harrow to and fro movement in the inner bag, the outer basin includes the shell and the inner basin, the upper edge of inner basin is connected with the upper edge of shell, the shell is arranged around the outer periphery of inner basin, and the shell is outwardly inclined arrangement, the inner side wall of shell and the outer side wall of inner basin form the basin spacing, a plurality of baffle are equipped in horizontal basin spacing, and the both ends of baffle are connected with the outer side wall of inner basin and the inner side wall of shell respectively. Through the outwardly inclined arrangement of shell, the outer basin body is arranged as the big table body of small up, relative to the common cuboid outer basin, the structure is more stable, and the situation of not prone to dumping occurs. Through the baffle arrangement between shell and inner basin, the stability of shell is strengthened, so that the cat litter basin is more not prone to the problem such as rollover.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of pet products, and more specifically, to a cat litter box with a stable support structure. Background Technology

[0002] Cats are naturally inclined to bury their excrement after defecating. Currently, pet owners generally provide their pets with pet-specific toilets, such as litter boxes, to guide them to defecate in a fixed area. Most existing cat litter can clump together when wet, making it easy to clean out from other dry cat litter without having to replace all the cat litter.

[0003] In existing technology, common cat litter boxes are supported on the ground by the bottom of the box. However, cats like to jump, and when a cat jumps to one side of the litter box, it may cause the litter box to tip over. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cat litter box with a stable support structure, which aims to solve the problem that cat litter boxes in the prior art may be unstable if they are only supported by the bottom of the box.

[0005] This invention is implemented as follows: a litter box with a stable support structure includes an outer basin, an inner liner, a cleaning rake, and a drive assembly. The inner liner is detachably mounted on the outer basin, and the drive assembly is mounted on the outer basin to drive the cleaning rake to reciprocate within the inner liner. The outer basin includes an outer shell and an inner basin. The inner basin is recessed inward to form a cavity, and the inner liner is installed within the cavity. The upper edge of the inner basin is connected to the upper edge of the outer shell, and the outer shell is arranged around the outer periphery of the inner basin, with the outer shell inclined outward. A basin partition is formed between the inner wall of the outer shell and the outer wall of the inner basin. The basin partition includes a transverse basin partition and a longitudinal basin partition. The transverse basin partition has multiple baffles, and the two ends of the baffles are respectively connected to the outer wall of the inner basin and the inner wall of the outer shell.

[0006] Furthermore, the middle of the left side wall and the middle of the right side wall of the outer casing are provided with horizontally arranged tracks. The drive assembly includes an active component and a passive component, which are respectively located on both sides of the outer casing. The active component and the passive component can move back and forth along the tracks.

[0007] Furthermore, the longitudinal basin interval is provided with toothed conditions, and the bottom of the toothed conditions is provided with a toothed rack with the working surface facing downwards, and the toothed rack is arranged parallel to the track.

[0008] Furthermore, the tooth condition includes a longitudinal plate, one side of the rack is connected to the bottom end of the longitudinal plate, and a transverse plate is connected to the top end of the longitudinal plate. In the cross-sectional direction of the tooth condition, the bending direction of the transverse plate relative to the longitudinal plate is opposite to the bending direction of the rack relative to the longitudinal plate. The bottom of the transverse plate is also provided with a plurality of spacers, one side of which is connected to the longitudinal plate.

[0009] Furthermore, the active component includes a motor, which is connected to a drive gear that meshes with the rack on the left side.

[0010] Furthermore, a transmission shaft is provided between the driving member and the driven member, the driving gear is fixedly connected to the left end of the transmission shaft, and a driven gear is provided at the right end of the transmission shaft, the driven gear meshing with the rack on the right side.

[0011] Furthermore, both the driving member and the driven member are provided with guide wheels on their inner sides, and the guide wheels cooperate with the track.

[0012] Furthermore, the inner sides of the driving member and the driven member are also provided with limiting buckles. The limiting buckles are located above the guide wheel and are arranged in an L-shape. The upper inner side of the limiting buckles abuts against the upper inner sidewall of the track.

[0013] Furthermore, the active component is provided with a swing arm, the top of which is connected to one end of the cleaning rake, and a micro motor is provided at the tail of the swing arm. The active component is provided with a rack and pinion arranged in an arc shape, and the micro motor is driven by a first gear, which meshes with the rack and pinion.

[0014] Furthermore, the bottom of the inner basin is flat, the four corners of the outer shell are arc-shaped, and the bottom of the four corners of the outer shell is also provided with anti-slip pads.

[0015] Compared with existing technologies, the litter box with a stable support structure provided by this utility model has an outwardly inclined outer shell, resulting in an overall platform-like structure that is smaller at the top and larger at the bottom. Compared with the common rectangular outer shell, the structure is more stable and less prone to tipping over. The partition between the outer shell and the inner shell further enhances the stability of the outer shell, making the litter box even less likely to tip over. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a cat litter box with a stable support structure provided by this utility model; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a cat litter box with a stable support structure after the inner liner has been removed, provided by this utility model. Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional view of the cat litter box with a stable support structure provided by this utility model from a downward angle. Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the tooth condition of the cat litter box with a stable support structure provided by this utility model. Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the tooth condition of the cat litter box with a stable support structure provided by this utility model from another angle. Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the cat litter box with a stable support structure provided by this utility model; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the internal working component of the cat litter box with a stable support structure provided by this utility model.

[0017] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 100-Outer basin, 140-Outer shell, 130-Inner basin, 131-Support bar, 141-Transverse basin spacer, 1411-Partition, 142-Vertical basin spacer, 150-Gear condition, 151-Vertical plate, 152-Transverse plate, 153-Partition bar, 160-Strip hole, 170-Anti-slip pad, 200-Inner liner, 400-Cleaning rake, 500-Drive assembly, 501-Motor, 502-Drive gear, 503-Rack, 510-Driver, 511-Swing arm, 5111-Micro motor, 5112-First gear, 512-Rack rail, 513-Control circuit board, 5141-Power button, 5142-Start button, 520-Slave, 600-Rail, 610-Guide wheel, 620-Limit buckle. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0019] The implementation of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.

[0020] 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 utility model, 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 drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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 drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this utility model. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0021] Reference Figures 1 to 7 The image shown is a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] A litter box with a stable support structure includes an outer basin 100, an inner liner 200, a cleaning rake 400, and a drive assembly 500. The inner liner 200 is detachably mounted on the outer basin 100, and the drive assembly 500 is mounted on the outer basin 100 to drive the cleaning rake 400 to reciprocate within the inner liner 200. The outer basin 100 includes an outer shell 140 and an inner basin 130, with the inner basin 130 recessed inward to form a cavity, in which the inner liner 200 is installed. The upper edge of the inner basin 130 is aligned with... The upper edge of the outer shell 140 is connected, and the outer shell 140 is arranged around the outer periphery of the inner basin 130. The outer shell 140 is arranged in an outward tilt. A basin partition is formed between the inner sidewall of the outer shell 140 and the outer sidewall of the inner basin 130. The basin partition includes a transverse basin partition 141 and a longitudinal basin partition 142. A plurality of partitions 1411 are provided in the transverse basin partition 141. The two ends of the partitions 1411 are respectively connected to the outer sidewall of the inner basin 130 and the inner sidewall of the outer shell 140.

[0023] The litter box with a stable support structure provided in this embodiment features an outwardly tilted outer shell 140, resulting in an overall platform-like structure with a smaller top and larger bottom for the outer basin 100. Compared to the commonly seen rectangular outer basin 100, this structure is more stable and less prone to tipping over. The partition 1411 between the outer shell 140 and the inner basin 130 further enhances the stability of the outer shell 140, making the litter box even less susceptible to tipping over.

[0024] The inner basin 130 is provided with support bars 131 arranged in a crisscross pattern, which improves the strength of the inner basin 130.

[0025] Furthermore, horizontally arranged tracks 600 are provided in the middle of the left and right side walls of the outer casing 140. The drive assembly 500 includes a driving member 510 and a driven member 520, which are respectively located on both sides of the outer casing 140. The driving member 510 and the driven member 520 can move back and forth along the tracks 600. When the driving member 510 and the driven member 520 move back and forth along the tracks 600, they drive the cleaning rake 400 to move back and forth in the inner liner 200.

[0026] Specifically, a toothed condition 150 is provided in the longitudinal basin interval 142, and a rack 503 with the working surface facing down is provided at the bottom of the toothed condition 150. The rack 503 is arranged in parallel with the track 600.

[0027] Furthermore, the tooth condition 150 includes a longitudinal plate 151, one side of the rack 503 is connected to the bottom end of the longitudinal plate 151, and a transverse plate 152 is connected to the top end of the longitudinal plate 151. In the cross-sectional direction of the tooth condition 150, the bending direction of the transverse plate 152 relative to the longitudinal plate 151 is opposite to the bending direction of the rack 503 relative to the longitudinal plate 151. The bottom of the transverse plate 152 is also provided with multiple spacers 153, one side of which is connected to the longitudinal plate 151. The transverse plate 152 is used to fix the tooth condition 150 to the longitudinal basin spacer 142, generally by screws. The longitudinal plate 151 provides strong support for the rack 503, the spacers 153 strengthen the tooth condition 150, and the other side of the spacers 153 can abut against the outer wall of the inner basin 130, preventing the rack 503 from shaking or shifting during operation.

[0028] The driving component 510 includes a motor 501, which is connected to a driving gear 502. The driving gear 502 meshes with a rack 503 on the left side. The housing 140 also has a wiring port. The motor 501 is typically electrically connected to the wiring port via a wire, and the wiring port is used to connect to an external power source, usually via a power adapter. When the motor 501 rotates, it drives the driving gear 502 to rotate, causing the driving gear 502 to move along the rack 503, thus causing the driving component 510 to move along the rack 503.

[0029] The active component 510 includes a control circuit board 513, and the motor 501 is electrically connected to the control circuit board 513. The control circuit board 513 facilitates control of functions such as power on / off and automatic cleaning. A control panel is located on the outside of the active component 510, featuring a power button 5141 for powering on / off and a start button 5142 for activating the one-button cleaning function, allowing users to easily operate the litter box.

[0030] Furthermore, a transmission shaft is provided between the driving member 510 and the driven member 520. The driving gear 502 is fixedly connected to the left end of the transmission shaft, and a driven gear is provided at the right end of the transmission shaft. The driven gear meshes with the rack 503 on the right side. When the motor 501 drives the driving gear 502 to rotate, the transmission shaft rotates accordingly, driving the driven gear to rotate. The driving gear 502 and the driven gear are fixedly connected to the two ends of the transmission shaft, respectively. When the driving gear 502 is driven by the motor 501, the transmission shaft and the driven gear rotate synchronously, thereby causing the driving member 510 and the driven member 520 to move synchronously, making the movement of the cleaning rake 400 smooth.

[0031] A strip-shaped hole 160 is provided on the lower side wall of the inner basin 130. The drive shaft passes through the strip-shaped hole 160. When the driving member 510 drives the cleaning rake 400 to move back and forth, the drive shaft moves back and forth in the strip-shaped hole 160 accordingly.

[0032] Furthermore, both the driving member 510 and the driven member 520 are equipped with guide wheels 610 on their inner sides, which cooperate with the track 600. The guide wheels 610 can typically be rollers. During operation, the rollers roll along the track 600, reducing friction. The rack 503 below the track 600 is parallel to the track 600. The cooperation between the guide wheels 610 and the track 600, as well as the cooperation between the driving gear 502 and the rack 503, together ensure the smooth operation of the driving member 510 and the driven member 520.

[0033] Furthermore, the inner sides of the driving member 510 and the driven member 520 are also provided with a limiting buckle 620. The limiting buckle 620 is located above the guide wheel 610 and is arranged in an L-shape. The upper inner side of the limiting buckle 620 abuts against the upper inner side wall of the track 600 to prevent the driving member 510 and the driven member 520 from disengaging from the track 600.

[0034] Furthermore, the active component 510 includes a swing arm 511, the top of which is connected to one end of the cleaning rake 400. A micro motor 5111 is located at the tail of the swing arm 511. The active component 510 contains an arc-shaped rack and pinion rail 512. The micro motor 5111 is connected to a first gear 5112, which meshes with the rack and pinion rail 512. When the cleaning rake 400 moves from the head to the tail of the inner liner 200, the micro motor 5111 is not in operation. Upon reaching the tail, the micro motor 5111 drives the first gear 5112 to rotate. The first gear 5112 moves on the rack and pinion rail 512, causing the swing arm 511 to swing, thus causing the cleaning rake 400 to rotate. The collecting claw then lifts upwards, scooping cat excrement from the litter into the collecting claw.

[0035] Furthermore, the bottom of the inner basin 130 is flat, the four corners of the outer shell 140 are arc-shaped, and the bottom of the four corners of the outer shell 140 is also provided with anti-slip pads 170, which further enhances the stability of the litter box support and makes it less likely to tip over or slide.

[0036] A fence 120 is also provided at the top edge of the outer basin 100 to reduce the probability of cat litter overflowing into the inner liner 200 during the cleaning process of the cleaning rake 400.

[0037] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A litter box with a stable support structure, characterized in that, It includes an outer basin, an inner liner, a cleaning rake, and a drive assembly; the inner liner is detachably mounted on the outer basin, and the drive assembly is mounted on the outer basin for driving the cleaning rake to reciprocate within the inner liner; The outer basin includes an outer shell and an inner basin. The inner basin is recessed inward to form a cavity, and the inner liner is installed in the cavity. The upper edge of the inner basin is connected to the upper edge of the outer shell. The outer shell is arranged around the outer periphery of the inner basin and is inclined outward. A basin partition is formed between the inner sidewall of the outer shell and the outer sidewall of the inner basin. The basin partition includes a transverse basin partition and a longitudinal basin partition. The transverse basin partition is provided with multiple partitions, and the two ends of the partitions are respectively connected to the outer sidewall of the inner basin and the inner sidewall of the outer shell.

2. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer casing has horizontally arranged tracks in the middle of the left and right side walls. The drive assembly includes an active component and a passive component, which are respectively located on both sides of the outer casing. The active component and the passive component can move back and forth along the tracks.

3. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The longitudinal basin interval is provided with toothed conditions, and the bottom of the toothed conditions is provided with a toothed rack with the working surface facing downward. The toothed rack is arranged parallel to the track.

4. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The toothed condition includes a longitudinal plate, one side of the rack is connected to the bottom end of the longitudinal plate, and a transverse plate is connected to the top end of the longitudinal plate. In the cross-sectional direction of the toothed condition, the bending direction of the transverse plate relative to the longitudinal plate is opposite to the bending direction of the rack relative to the longitudinal plate. The bottom of the transverse plate is also provided with a plurality of spacers, one side of which is connected to the longitudinal plate.

5. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The driving component includes a motor, which is connected to a driving gear. The driving gear meshes with the rack on the left side.

6. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in claim 5, characterized in that, A transmission shaft is provided between the driving member and the driven member. The driving gear is fixedly connected to the left end of the transmission shaft, and a driven gear is provided at the right end of the transmission shaft. The driven gear meshes with the rack on the right side.

7. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in claim 6, characterized in that, Both the driving member and the driven member have guide wheels on their inner sides, and the guide wheels cooperate with the track.

8. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The inner sides of the driving member and the driven member are also provided with a limiting buckle. The limiting buckle is located above the guide wheel and is arranged in an L-shape. The upper inner side of the limiting buckle abuts against the upper inner side wall of the track.

9. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in any one of claims 2-7, characterized in that, The active component includes a swing arm, the top of which is connected to one end of the cleaning rake. The tail of the swing arm is equipped with a micro motor. The active component contains an arc-shaped rack and pinion, and the micro motor is driven by a first gear that meshes with the rack and pinion.

10. The litter box with a stable support structure as described in any one of claims 2-7, characterized in that, The bottom of the inner basin is flat, the four corners of the outer shell are arc-shaped, and the bottom of the four corners of the outer shell is also provided with anti-slip pads.