A litter box that is easy to maintain

Abstract

The utility model provides a cat litter basin convenient to maintain, including basin body, the collection of excrement storehouse, the inside of basin body is equipped with the accommodation space of accommodating collection of excrement storehouse, the side of accommodation space is equipped with the positioning slot of collection of excrement storehouse, the top of collection of excrement storehouse is equipped with the positioning ring of sliding connection with positioning slot, both sides of basin body are equipped with fixed groove, and the arc rotation board rotation is connected in each fixed groove, one side of arc rotation board is equipped with the limit stop for embedding positioning ring in the inside of positioning slot, the side of fixed groove is equipped with the communication groove of accommodation space, arc rotation board side fixedly connected with fixed plate is close to the communication groove, and the side of fixed plate is with the interference fit of communication groove. Through the above technical scheme, the convenience of user handling is improved, and the cleaning efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cat litter box technology, and in particular to a cat litter box that is easy to maintain. Background Technology

[0002] Cat litter is an object used by owners to bury feces and urine in their cats. It has good absorbency and is usually used in conjunction with a litter box. The litter box is mainly used as a toilet supply for pet cats, making it convenient to clean up after them. Therefore, for pet owners, a litter box is indispensable.

[0003] Current litter boxes typically have an internal waste collection area where litter is laid directly. When feces clump with the litter, it needs to be separated and cleaned using a scoop. After cleaning, the entire waste collection area inside the litter box also needs to be wiped or rinsed. However, this waste collection area is usually an integral part of the litter box and cannot be separated. Cleaning requires moving the entire litter box, which is inconvenient for users and reduces cleaning efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this invention is to provide a cat litter box that is easy to maintain, aiming to improve the convenience of users in carrying it, thereby improving cleaning efficiency.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a cat litter box that is easy to maintain, including a basin body and a collection chamber. The basin body has a receiving space for accommodating the collection chamber. The receiving space has a positioning groove on the side near the collection chamber. The top of the collection chamber has a positioning ring that is slidably connected to the positioning groove. Both sides of the basin body have fixing grooves, and each fixing groove is rotatably connected to an arc-shaped rotating plate.

[0006] One side of the arc-shaped rotating plate is provided with a limiting block for embedding the positioning ring inside the positioning groove. The side of the fixed groove near the receiving space is provided with a connecting groove. A fixing plate is fixedly connected to the side of the arc-shaped rotating plate near the connecting groove. One side of the fixing plate is interference-fitted with the connecting groove.

[0007] In one possible implementation, the limiting block is fixedly connected to the arc-shaped rotating plate via a first connecting part, and when the collection chamber is in a fixed state, the limiting block is in a horizontal state, and the bottom of the positioning ring abuts against the side of the limiting block.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the fixing plate has an integrally formed protrusion on the side near the bottom of the connecting groove. The protrusion is capable of plastic deformation toward the bottom of the connecting groove, so that one side of the fixing plate is located inside the receiving space, and the protrusion abuts against the side wall of the receiving space.

[0009] In one possible implementation, both sides of the protrusion are arc-shaped, and the side of the connecting groove closest to the receiving space is arc-shaped.

[0010] In one possible implementation, a rotating column is fixedly connected to the side of the arc-shaped rotating plate near the positioning ring via a second connecting part. The rotating column is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixing groove via a rotating shaft. The rotating shaft is positioned above the limiting block, and the center of the arc-shaped rotating plate coincides with the center of the rotating shaft.

[0011] In one possible implementation, a handle is fixedly connected to the side of the arc-shaped rotating plate away from the rotating axis, and the handle is integrally formed with the arc-shaped rotating plate.

[0012] Working principle and beneficial effects:

[0013] When the user needs to clean the litter box, they hold both sides of the litter box and use their fingers to push the curved rotating plate upwards until the fixed plate disengages from the connecting groove. At the same time, the limiting block releases its restraint on the limiting ring. At this point, the user can lift the entire litter box upwards. Since the litter box is now separated from the litter box, it will not move with the litter box, thus achieving separation of the litter box and reducing the weight of the litter box for the user, improving ease of transport, and ultimately increasing cleaning efficiency.

[0014] After cleaning, the user places the stool collection container flat on the ground or table, aligns the receiving space on the basin with the stool collection container, and slowly lowers it, allowing the positioning ring to engage with the positioning groove. Next, the user rotates the arc-shaped rotating plate downwards, causing the fixed plate to rotate. When the fixed plate contacts the connecting groove, due to the interference fit between the fixed plate and the connecting groove, the user applies continuous force, causing the fixed plate to undergo plastic deformation, thereby achieving engagement and fixation between the fixed plate and the connecting groove. At this point, the angle of the arc-shaped rotating plate and the position of the limiting block are fixed, and the limiting block fixes the limiting ring in the positioning groove, ultimately securing the stool collection container to the basin.

[0015] This design utilizes a positioning ring and positioning groove to provide positioning guidance for the waste collection compartment, facilitating user assembly. Furthermore, this design requires only a simple rotation to unlock, and uses fewer components. Compared to traditional pin and snap-fit ​​structures, this allows for a more compact design, saving space, reducing structural redundancy, and contributing to lighter overall weight and lower manufacturing costs. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

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

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the basin and the stool collection chamber of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the basin in this embodiment;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a partial structural cross-sectional view of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the arc-shaped rotating plate and the limiting block structure in this embodiment.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Basin; 101. Waste collection compartment; 102. Accommodation space; 103. Positioning groove; 104. Positioning ring; 105. Arc-shaped rotating plate; 1051. Fixing groove; 1052. Fixing plate; 106. Limiting block; 107. Connecting groove; 108. First connecting part; 109. Protrusion; 110. Second connecting part; 111. Rotating column; 112. Rotating shaft; 113. Handle.

[0025] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0027] refer to Figure 1-7The litter box in this embodiment mainly comprises two parts: a basin body 1 and a collection chamber 101. The basin body 1 is injection molded from ABS engineering plastic, possessing sufficient structural strength and corrosion resistance. The interior of the basin body 1 is designed with a dedicated space to accommodate the collection chamber 101. The top periphery of this space 102 is provided with an annular positioning groove 103. The collection chamber 101 is made of polypropylene material, and its top edge is provided with a positioning ring 104 that mates with the positioning groove 103. The diameter of the positioning ring 104 is slightly smaller than the width of the positioning groove 103 to ensure smooth sliding. Simultaneously, the positioning ring 104 can be bent outwards from the top of the collection chamber 101.

[0028] Secondly, the basin body 1 is symmetrically provided with fixing grooves 1051 on both sides, and each fixing groove 1051 is rotatably connected with an arc-shaped rotating plate 105. The fixing groove 1051 is opened on the side of the basin body 1, and a connecting groove 107 is provided on the side near the receiving space 102. The width of the connecting groove 107 is smaller than that of the fixing groove 1051, and a fixing plate 1052 is fixedly connected to the side of the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 near the connecting groove 107. One side of the fixing plate 1052 is interference-fitted with the inner wall of the connecting groove 107. The interference fit design can prevent the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 from rotating under non-human operation.

[0029] Meanwhile, a limiting block 106 for embedding the positioning ring 104 inside the positioning groove 103 is fixedly connected to one side of the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 via a first connecting part 108. The first connecting part 108 can be integrally formed with the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 and the limiting block 106 to enhance structural stability. When the litter box 101 is in a fixed state, the limiting block 106 is in a horizontal state, and the bottom of the positioning ring 104 abuts against the side of the limiting block 106. This abutment method can limit the positioning ring 104 in the vertical direction, prevent the litter box 101 from shifting in the vertical direction, and reduce the relative movement between the litter box 101 and the litter box 1 during use, thereby improving stability during use.

[0030] In this embodiment, a protrusion 109 is integrally formed on one side of the fixing plate 1052 near the bottom of the connecting groove 107. The protrusion 109 can undergo plastic deformation toward the bottom of the connecting groove 107, so that one side of the fixing plate 1052 is located inside the receiving space 102, so that the protrusion 109 abuts against the side wall of the receiving space 102. The protrusion 109 can be made of a plastic material, which can fit tightly against the side wall of the receiving space 102 after deformation, further enhancing the fixing effect of the arc-shaped rotating plate 105.

[0031] Specifically, when the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 drives the fixed plate 1052 to engage with the connecting groove 107, the protrusion 109 can deform. When the user applies force, the protrusion 109 will cross the connecting groove 107 and rotate into the receiving space 102. During the movement, the protrusion 109 will return to its original shape, and one side of it will contact the side wall of the receiving space 102, acting as a limit to prevent the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 from rotating upward due to misoperation, thereby ensuring the firm fixation of the waste collection chamber 101. At the same time, because the top of the limiting block 106 contacts the bottom of the positioning ring 104, the fixed plate 1052 cannot continue to move towards the waste collection chamber 101.

[0032] Secondly, both sides of the protrusion 109 are designed with an arc-shaped structure, and the side of the connecting groove 107 near the receiving space 102 is also arc-shaped. This helps the protrusion 109 to deform smoothly in the connecting groove 107, reduces the occurrence of jamming, reduces stress concentration, and extends the service life of the component.

[0033] In addition, a rotating column 111 is fixedly connected to the side of the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 near the positioning ring 104 via a second connecting part 110. The rotating column 111 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixing groove 1051 via a rotating shaft 112. The rotating shaft 112 is located above the limiting block 106, and the limiting block 106 is located on the vertical center line of the rotating shaft 112. The center of the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 coincides with the center of the rotating shaft 112.

[0034] When the user needs to disassemble the waste collection chamber 101, the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 needs to be rotated upwards to release the constraint of the limiting block 106 on the positioning ring 104. Since the rotating shaft 112 is located above the limiting block 106, when the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 rotates, the limiting block 106 will make an upward arc motion with the rotating shaft 112 as the center. This motion trajectory allows the limiting block 106 to smoothly lift upwards from the state of horizontally contacting the bottom of the positioning ring 104 and disengage from the positioning ring 104, avoiding interference between the limiting block 106 and other components when it moves due to the rotating shaft 112 being too low.

[0035] Meanwhile, a handle 113 is also fixedly connected to the side of the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 away from the rotating shaft 112. The handle 113 is integrally formed with the arc-shaped rotating plate 105. The handle 113 makes it convenient for users to apply force and easily rotate the arc-shaped rotating plate 105, improving the ease of operation.

[0036] Working principle:

[0037] When the user needs to clean the litter box 101, the user holds both sides of the litter box 1 and uses their fingers to apply force to push the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 upward until the protrusion 109 on the fixed plate 1052 disengages from the connecting groove 107. At the same time, the limiting block 106 releases its restriction on the limiting ring. At this point, the user can lift the litter box 1 upward as a whole. Since the litter box 101 is separated from the litter box 1, the litter box 101 will not move with the litter box 1, thus achieving separation of the litter box 1 and the litter box 101. This reduces the weight of the litter box for the user, improves the convenience of carrying it, and thus improves cleaning efficiency.

[0038] After cleaning, the user places the waste collection container 101 flat on the ground or table, aligns the receiving space 102 on the basin 1 with the waste collection container 101, and slowly lowers it so that the positioning ring 104 engages with the positioning groove 103. Next, the user rotates the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 downwards, causing the fixing plate 1052 to rotate. When the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 engages with the connecting groove 107, the protrusion 109 deforms, allowing it to pass over the connecting groove 107 and rotate into the receiving space 102 when the user applies force. During this movement, the protrusion 109 returns to its original shape, with one side contacting the side wall of the receiving space 102, acting as a limit and preventing the arc-shaped rotating plate 105 from rotating upwards due to misoperation, thus ensuring the waste collection container 101 is securely fixed.

[0039] 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.

[0040] 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 easy-to-maintain cat litter box, characterized in that: The device includes a basin (1) and a stool collection chamber (101). The basin (1) has an internal space (102) for accommodating the stool collection chamber (101). The space (102) has a positioning groove (103) on the side near the stool collection chamber (101). The top of the stool collection chamber (101) has a positioning ring (104) that slides and connects to the positioning groove (103). Both sides of the basin (1) have fixing grooves (1051). Each fixing groove (1051) is rotatably connected to an arc-shaped rotating plate (105). One side of the arc-shaped rotating plate (105) is provided with a limiting block (106) for embedding the positioning ring (104) inside the positioning groove (103). The fixed groove (1051) is provided with a connecting groove (107) on the side near the receiving space (102). The side of the arc-shaped rotating plate (105) near the connecting groove (107) is fixedly connected with a fixing plate (1052). One side of the fixing plate (1052) is interference-fitted with the connecting groove (107).

2. The easy-to-maintain cat litter box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting block (106) is fixedly connected to the arc-shaped rotating plate (105) through the first connecting part (108), and when the collection chamber (101) is in a fixed state, the limiting block (106) is in a horizontal state, and the bottom of the positioning ring (104) abuts against the side of the limiting block (106).

3. The easy-to-maintain cat litter box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixing plate (1052) has an integrally formed protrusion (109) on one side near the bottom of the connecting groove (107). The protrusion (109) can undergo plastic deformation toward the bottom of the connecting groove (107), so that one side of the fixing plate (1052) is located inside the receiving space (102), so that the protrusion (109) abuts against the side wall of the receiving space (102).

4. The easy-to-maintain cat litter box according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both sides of the protrusion (109) are arc-shaped, and the side of the connecting groove (107) near the receiving space (102) is arc-shaped.

5. A cat litter box that is easy to maintain according to claim 3, characterized in that: The side of the arc-shaped rotating plate (105) near the positioning ring (104) is fixedly connected to a rotating column (111) via a second connecting part (110). The rotating column (111) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixing groove (1051) via a rotating shaft (112). The rotating shaft (112) is located above the limiting block (106). The center of the arc-shaped rotating plate (105) coincides with the center of the rotating shaft (112).

6. The easy-to-maintain cat litter box according to claim 3, characterized in that: A handle (113) is fixedly connected to the side of the arc-shaped rotating plate (105) away from the rotating shaft (112), and the handle (113) is integrally formed with the arc-shaped rotating plate (105).

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