A pool accessible entry lift platform

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of swimming pool barrier-free water-entry lifting platform, including fixed plate, vertical support frame, rotating seat assembly and lifting assembly. Fixed plate is installed in pool bank, vertical support frame is connected with it and extends into swimming pool. Rotating seat assembly can be lifted along vertical support frame, and it includes cushion, backrest and horizontally rotatable rotating column. Lifting assembly is arranged at the top of vertical support frame, is driven by motor drive reel and cable, drives seat assembly to move up and down along slide rail. The utility model makes the person who moves inconveniently can safely, stably, conveniently enter swimming pool water from pool bank sitting position by the combination of lifting and rotating motion, effectively solves the water-entry difficulty and high-risk problem existing in traditional ladder or fixed platform, realizes the real swimming pool barrier-free passage.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field, specifically to a pool-accessible water entry lifting platform. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most swimming pool entry devices consist of steps, ladders, or fixed platforms. While these devices are convenient for healthy individuals, they present numerous obstacles for the elderly, disabled, or those with mobility issues. For example, traditional steps require users to climb, which can easily lead to slips or falls; fixed platforms cannot accommodate different water depths, potentially posing risks to users entering the water. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a barrier-free water entry lifting platform for swimming pools, thereby solving the aforementioned problems existing in current swimming pools.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A poolside accessible entry and exit platform includes a fixed plate, a vertical support frame, a rotating seat assembly, and a lifting assembly. The fixed plate is securely installed on the pool edge using anchor bolts or similar methods. The vertical support frame is connected to the fixed plate, with its main body extending into the pool. The rotating seat assembly is configured to move vertically along the vertical support frame. The lifting assembly is mounted on top of the vertical support frame and connected to the rotating seat assembly, driving the rotating seat assembly to rise or fall, thereby enabling users to enter or exit the pool.

[0005] Furthermore, the rotating seat assembly includes a seat cushion, a backrest, and a rotating column. The seat cushion and backrest are fixedly connected to form the seating area. The rotating column is rotatably mounted on the lifting assembly along the vertical direction via bearings or other structures, and is connected to the backrest. This rotating column can drive the seat cushion and backrest to rotate on a horizontal plane, thereby allowing the seat to switch between a land position (for the user to sit) and a water position (for the user to enter the water).

[0006] Furthermore, the lifting assembly includes a drive mechanism, a square support frame, a slider, and slide rails. The drive mechanism is fixedly mounted on the top of the vertical support frame. A slider is provided on the back of the square support frame. Two slide rails are spaced apart vertically on the outer side of the vertical support frame. The square support frame is slidably mounted on the vertical support frame through the cooperation of the slider on its back with the slide rails. The rotating column is rotatably mounted in the middle position of the square support frame via a bearing seat. The drive mechanism is configured to drive the entire square support frame to move up and down along the slide rails.

[0007] Furthermore, the drive mechanism includes a housing, a motor, a drum, and a cable. A mounting platform is located at the top of the vertical support frame, and the housing is fixed to this platform. Both the motor and the drum are housed within the housing; the motor's output shaft is connected to the drum, driving its rotation. A pulley is also installed at the top of the vertical support frame. One end of the cable is wound around the drum, and the other end passes downwards over the pulley and connects to the top of the square support frame. The motor controls the winding and unwinding of the cable by reversing its direction, thereby driving the square support frame and the entire rotating seat assembly to rise and fall.

[0008] Furthermore, the width of the square support frame is designed to be greater than the maximum rotation diameter of the seat cushion during rotation, to ensure that the seat cushion does not interfere with the frame during rotation.

[0009] Furthermore, armrests are provided on both sides of the seat cushion to provide users with additional support and a sense of security.

[0010] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: This invention utilizes a combination of lifting and rotational mechanical movement, allowing users to sit comfortably on a seat and smoothly transfer from the poolside to the water without climbing or jumping, completely eliminating the obstacles and risks posed by traditional water entry methods for people with mobility impairments. The motor-driven drum-cable lifting system, combined with the guidance of sliders and rails, ensures the smoothness and controllability of the lifting process. Handrails on both sides of the seat further enhance safety. A vertical support frame is fixed to the poolside and extends into the water, allowing the platform to adapt to pools of varying depths. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram illustrating the application scenario of the barrier-free swimming pool entry lifting platform of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the barrier-free swimming pool entry lifting platform of this utility model; Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A structural diagram from another angle; Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the rotating seat assembly in the barrier-free swimming pool entry lifting platform of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the drive mechanism in the barrier-free swimming pool entry lifting platform of this utility model.

[0012] The names corresponding to each mark in the diagram: 1-Fixed plate, 2-Vertical support frame, 21-Mounting platform, 3-Rotating seat assembly, 31-Seat cushion, 32-Backrest, 33-Rotating column, 34-Armrest, 4-Lifting assembly, 41-Drive mechanism, 411-Housing, 412-Motor, 413-Drum, 414-Cable, 415-Pulley, 42-Square support frame, 43-Slider, 44-Slide rail, 5-Swimming pool. Detailed Implementation

[0013] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0014] like Figures 1-5 As shown, the barrier-free swimming pool entry lifting platform of this utility model has a mounting base of a fixed plate 1 that is fixed to the edge of the swimming pool 5 by anchor bolts. The vertical support frame 2 is welded from sturdy metal profiles (such as square steel), with one end firmly connected to the fixed plate 1 and the other end extending into the swimming pool 5 and submerged in the water. The vertical support frame 2 must have sufficient structural strength to withstand all loads during platform operation.

[0015] The lifting assembly 4 is mounted on top of the vertical support frame 2. (See also...) Figure 2 and Figure 4 Its core is a square support frame 42. Two sets of sliders 43 are installed at the top and bottom of the back of this frame. Correspondingly, two parallel slide rails 44 are fixedly installed on the outer side of the vertical support frame 2 facing the pool. The square support frame 42 can slide smoothly in the vertical direction through the cooperation of the sliders 43 and the slide rails 44. The rotating column 33 of the rotating seat assembly 3 is rotatably mounted at the center of the square support frame 42 through two upper and lower bearing seats (not shown in the figure).

[0016] The rotating seat assembly 3 consists of a seat cushion 31, a backrest 32, and a rotating column 33. The seat cushion 31 and backrest 32 can be made of non-slip, water-resistant plastic material, and may have soft padding inside. Armrests 34 are installed on both sides of the seat cushion 31. The rotating column 33 is fixedly connected to the frame of the backrest 32. The entire seat can be rotated horizontally around the axis of the rotating column 33 by manual operation or by setting a simple positioning pin mechanism, typically switching between a "sitting position" facing the shore and a "water position" facing the pool.

[0017] The power to drive the lifting mechanism comes from the drive mechanism 41. (Combined with...) Figure 3 and Figure 5The drive mechanism 41 includes a housing 411, which is fixed to the mounting platform 21 at the top of the vertical support frame 2. The housing houses a motor 412 and a drum 413. The motor 412 is preferably a low-speed, high-torque DC motor or a motor with a gearbox, whose output shaft drives the drum 413 directly or via a transmission mechanism. A high-strength stainless steel cable 414 is fixed at one end and wound around the drum 413, while the other end extends downwards, passes over a pulley 415 mounted at the top of the vertical support frame 2, and connects downwards to the top suspension point of the square support frame 42. The forward and reverse rotation of the motor 412 controls the winding or unwinding of the cable 414, thereby raising and lowering the square support frame 42 and the rotating seat assembly 3 on it. For safety, the system may be equipped with an emergency stop button and a mechanical fall arrestor (such as a safety clamp).

[0018] Workflow: Initial state: The rotating seat assembly 3 is at the top of its lifting stroke and rotated to face the shore.

[0019] User takes a seat: The user transfers from the wheelchair and sits comfortably on the seat cushion 31, holding onto the armrests 34 on both sides.

[0020] Rotating seat: Operated by an assistant or user, the seat is rotated 180° to face the pool.

[0021] Descent into water: Activate the descent button, the motor 412 will work, releasing the cable 414, and the seat will descend smoothly until the user's body is comfortably submerged in the water.

[0022] Swimming away from the seat: The user leaves the seat to engage in water activities.

[0023] Water exit process: The process is the opposite of the water entry process. The user returns to the seat, the ascent is initiated, and after the seat rises to the top, it rotates back to the shore position for easy disembarkation.

[0024] Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A pool accessibility lifting platform, characterized in that: The device includes a fixed plate, a vertical support frame, a rotating seat assembly, and a lifting assembly. The fixed plate is used to fix the device to the edge of the pool. The vertical support frame is connected to the fixed plate and is used to place the device in the pool. The rotating seat assembly is configured to move up and down along the vertical support frame. The lifting assembly is located at the top of the vertical support frame and is connected to the rotating seat assembly. The lifting assembly is configured to drive the rotating seat assembly to move up and down so that the rotating seat assembly enters or leaves the pool.

2. The pool accessibility lifting platform according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating seat assembly includes a seat cushion, a backrest, and a rotating column. The seat cushion is connected to the backrest, and the rotating column is rotatably mounted on the lifting assembly in the vertical direction. The rotating column is connected to the backrest and is configured to drive the seat cushion and the backrest to rotate on a horizontal plane so that the user can sit and go into the water.

3. The pool accessibility lifting platform according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lifting assembly includes a drive mechanism, a square support frame, a slider, and a slide rail. The drive mechanism is located at the top of the vertical support frame, the slider is located on the back of the directional support frame, and the slide rail is located on the outside of the vertical support frame along the vertical direction. There are two slide rails spaced apart. The square support frame is slidably mounted on the slide rail via the slider. The rotating column is rotatably located at the middle position of the square support frame. The drive mechanism is configured to drive the directional support frame to move up and down along the slide rail.

4. The pool accessibility lifting platform according to claim 3, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes a housing, a motor, a drum, and a cable. A mounting platform is provided on the top of the vertical support frame, and the housing is disposed on the mounting platform. The motor and the drum are both disposed in the housing, and the motor is connected to the drum. A pulley is also provided at the top of the vertical support frame. One end of the cable is wound around the drum, and the other end is connected to the square support frame and wound around the pulley. The motor is configured to drive the vertical support frame to move up and down through the cable.

5. The pool accessibility lifting platform according to claim 4, characterized in that: The width of the square support frame is greater than the rotation diameter of the seat cushion.

6. The pool accessibility lifting platform according to claim 4, characterized in that: The width of the square support frame is greater than the rotation diameter of the seat cushion.

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