A pet toilet

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of pet toilet, it is related to pet product technical field.The utility model is connected with base in dismounting mechanism, ball bin is rotatably connected with dismounting mechanism, dismounting mechanism has open state and closed state, when dismounting mechanism is in closed state, dismounting mechanism is at least partially coated in the outer periphery of ball bin, for the constraint and rotation guidance of ball bin;When dismounting mechanism is in open state, opening is formed, so that ball bin can be taken out from opening.The above technical scheme is constrained and rotation guided by dismounting mechanism to ball bin, can improve the stability of ball bin in rotation process, avoid ball bin to appear to sway or deviate, and when opening is formed in dismounting mechanism, ball bin can be taken out from opening, so that the dismounting flexibility and operation convenience of ball bin are significantly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pet supplies technology, and in particular to a pet toilet. Background Technology

[0002] Existing pet toilets typically feature a litter box to hold cat litter. To ensure stable rotation and facilitate regular emptying or cleaning, the litter box is usually designed to be detachable, with a restraint structure used to limit and guide its movement. However, in current technology, the restraint structure is often quite complex to guarantee stability during rotation, which in turn makes disassembly inconvenient. Therefore, existing technology struggles to balance reliable restraint and guidance during operation with ease of disassembly. Thus, there is an urgent need to design a pet toilet that can provide stable restraint and rotational guidance while simultaneously improving the ease of assembly and disassembly of the litter box. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a pet toilet that solves the technical problem in the prior art of balancing the rotational stability of the ball chamber with the ease of disassembly and assembly.

[0004] Another further objective of this invention is to improve the stability of the ball chamber during rotation.

[0005] Specifically, this utility model provides a pet toilet, comprising: A base, on which a waste container is provided for collecting pet excrement; The ball pit has an entrance and exit for the pet to enter and exit; A disassembly / assembly mechanism is connected to the base, and the ball chamber is rotatably connected to the disassembly / assembly mechanism. The disassembly / assembly mechanism has an open state and a closed state. When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the closed state, it at least partially covers the outer periphery of the ball chamber, constraining and guiding its rotation. When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the open state, an opening is formed, allowing the ball chamber to be removed from the opening. This technical solution, by using a disassembly / assembly mechanism to provide covering constraint and rotational guidance to the ball chamber, can improve the stability of the ball chamber during rotation, preventing swaying or displacement. Furthermore, when the disassembly / assembly mechanism is open, the ball chamber can be removed from the opening, thus significantly improving the disassembly flexibility and ease of operation of the ball chamber.

[0006] Optionally, when the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the open state, at least a portion of the opening faces upward, and at least a portion of the ball compartment is removed vertically; and / or When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the open state, at least a portion of the ball compartment is removed along a direction perpendicular to its axis of rotation. This technical solution limits the removal direction of the ball compartment to the vertical direction, improving the flexibility of pet toilet layout and making the disassembly / assembly process smoother.

[0007] Optionally, the disassembly / assembly mechanism includes a first ring segment and a second ring segment, wherein the first ring segment can be flipped open relative to the second ring segment; at least a portion of the first ring segment and the second ring segment are curved. The above technical solution allows for quick release or restoration of the limiting position on the ball chamber without disassembling the entire disassembly / assembly mechanism, improving the convenience of disassembly / assembly operations.

[0008] Optionally, when the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the closed state, the first ring segment and the second ring segment cover the outer periphery of the ball chamber to constrain and guide the ball chamber; When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the open state, the first ring segment flips open relative to the second ring segment to form the opening, allowing the ball compartment to be removed from the opening. In the above technical solution, when the first ring segment is closed, it works with the second ring segment to provide stable circumferential constraint and rotational guidance for the ball compartment. When the first ring segment flips open, it provides an opening for the removal of the ball compartment, allowing the ball compartment to smoothly detach from the disassembly and assembly mechanism.

[0009] Optionally, the first and second ring segments can be combined to form a complete circumference wrap around the sphere, and a flipping shaft and a locking structure are provided at the connection between the first and second ring segments. This technical solution, through a complete circumference wrapping method, can improve the stable constraint capability of the sphere in the working state while achieving reliable locking and convenient opening actions.

[0010] Optionally, a through groove is provided on the second ring segment, the through groove being located above the opening of the chamber, and the projection of the through groove and the opening of the chamber in the vertical direction overlaps. This technical solution, through the alignment design of the through groove and the opening of the chamber, ensures a smooth and unobstructed discharge path during the rotation of the sphere chamber, guaranteeing the reliability of the sphere chamber's discharge.

[0011] Optionally, the ball chamber is provided with an annular groove, which is recessed into the surface of the ball chamber, and at least a portion of the disassembly and assembly mechanism is embedded in the annular groove. The above technical solution, by embedding the disassembly and assembly mechanism into the annular groove, can form a stable positioning fit, improving the guiding accuracy and operational stability of the ball chamber during rotation.

[0012] Optionally, at least a portion of the first ring segment and at least a portion of the second ring segment are embedded within the annular groove, and the combination of the first ring segment and the second ring segment can form a complete circumference wrap around the annular groove. The above technical solution can significantly improve the support stability and rotational guidance reliability of the sphere compartment, while avoiding the risk of derailment.

[0013] Optionally, it also includes: The drive assembly includes a driving gear and a driven gear. The driven gear is located within the annular groove. When the driving gear is driven to rotate, the driven gear follows and rotates, thereby driving the ball chamber to rotate. This technical solution utilizes gear meshing to achieve efficient and stable driving of the ball chamber, improving the reliability of power transmission and the smoothness of operation during ball chamber rotation.

[0014] Specifically, this utility model also provides a pet toilet, comprising: A base, on which a waste container is provided for collecting pet excrement; The ball pit; has an entrance and exit for the pet to enter and exit; A disassembly / assembly mechanism is connected to the base, and the ball compartment is rotatably connected to the disassembly / assembly mechanism. The disassembly / assembly mechanism includes a first ring segment and a second ring segment, and has a locked position and an unlocked position. When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the locked position, the first ring segment and the second ring segment connect to form a constraint cavity, which confines the ball compartment within the constraint cavity, and the constraint cavity can guide the rotation of the ball compartment. When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the unlocked position, a disassembly channel is formed between the first ring segment and the second ring segment, allowing the ball compartment to be removed from the disassembly channel. The above technical solution balances the rotational stability of the ball compartment and the convenience of disassembly.

[0015] Optionally, when the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the locked position, the constraint cavity formed by the connection of the first ring segment and the second ring segment is C-shaped or annular, so as to achieve a constraint enclosure of more than 180° around the ball chamber. The above technical solution can significantly improve the support stability and guiding accuracy of the ball chamber during rotation.

[0016] Optionally, the first ring segment can be flipped open relative to the second ring segment to switch from the locked position to the unlocked position. The above technical solution achieves the locking and unlocking switching of the ball compartment simply by flipping the first ring segment, making the assembly and disassembly process of the ball compartment faster and more convenient.

[0017] Optionally, when the disassembly mechanism is in the unlocked position, at least a portion of the ball compartment is removed from the disassembly channel in a vertical direction. This design, with its vertical removal path, reduces the installation space requirements in the front-to-back direction, making it easier to place the pet toilet in confined spaces.

[0018] Optionally, the ball chamber has a limiting structure, which is used to constrain and guide the ball chamber's rotation when the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the locked position. In the above technical solution, the limiting structure ensures the ball chamber maintains a stable posture during rotation, thereby preventing the ball chamber from swaying during rotation.

[0019] Optionally, the limiting structure is an annular groove, which is recessed into the surface of the ball chamber; when the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first annular segment and at least a portion of the second annular segment are embedded in the annular groove. The above technical solution forms a mechanical limiting fit through embedding, which can enhance the positioning effect of the disassembly and assembly mechanism on the ball chamber and improve the reliability of the rotary guide.

[0020] Optionally, when the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first ring segment is located on the upper part of the ball chamber; and / or When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first ring segment overlaps with the vertical projection of the ball chamber. In the above technical solution, the first ring segment can apply downward limiting and support to the ball chamber from the vertical direction, making it less likely for the ball chamber to float upward or deviate during rotation.

[0021] Specifically, this utility model also provides a pet toilet, comprising: A base, on which a waste container is provided for collecting pet excrement; A ball pit; having an entrance / exit and a limiting structure; the limiting structure extends along the surface of the ball pit, and the entrance / exit allows the pet to enter and exit; A disassembly / assembly mechanism is connected to the base, and the ball compartment is rotatably connected to the disassembly / assembly mechanism. The disassembly / assembly mechanism includes a first ring segment and a second ring segment, with at least a portion of the first ring segment located above the second ring segment. The first and second ring segments have closed and open states. When the first and second ring segments are in the closed state, their combination forms a constraint and rotational guide for the limiting structure of the ball compartment. When the first and second ring segments are in the open state, the first ring segment opens relative to the second ring segment to release the constraint on the limiting structure of the ball compartment, allowing the ball compartment to be removed relative to the disassembly / assembly mechanism. This technical solution, through the cooperation of the first and second ring segments, provides stable constraint and guidance for the rotation of the ball compartment, thereby improving the stability of the ball compartment during rotation. Simultaneously, opening the first ring segment releases the constraint on the limiting structure of the ball compartment, allowing the ball compartment to be smoothly removed from the disassembly / assembly mechanism, thus improving the ease of disassembly and assembly of the ball compartment.

[0022] Optionally, the limiting structure is an annular groove, which is recessed into the surface of the ball chamber. When the first annular segment and the second annular segment are in the closed state, at least a portion of the first annular segment and the second annular segment are embedded in the annular groove. The annular groove in the above technical solution can reliably limit the first annular segment and the second annular segment, making the ball chamber more stable during rotation and reducing the risk of displacement.

[0023] Optionally, the annular groove is disposed around the entire circumference of the surface of the sphere, and the central axis of the annular groove is collinear with the rotation axis of the sphere. The collinear design of the annular groove and the rotation axis ensures that the sphere is subjected to uniform force when rotating around the rotation axis, thereby improving the smoothness of the sphere's rotation.

[0024] Optionally, one end of the first ring segment is hinged to one end of the second ring segment; the other end of the first ring segment and the other end of the second ring segment are provided with a locking structure. The hinged and locking structure enables the disassembly and assembly mechanism to have the ability to open quickly and close securely, improving the locking reliability and ease of operation of the disassembly and assembly mechanism.

[0025] Optionally, a through groove is provided on the second ring segment; the through groove is located at the lowest point of the horizontal height of the second ring segment; the through groove corresponds to the vertical position of the toilet compartment. The above technical solution, by providing a through groove at the lowest point, allows debris carried by the rotating ball compartment to fall smoothly into the toilet compartment, improving cleaning efficiency.

[0026] This invention provides a pet toilet with a disassembly and assembly mechanism that covers the outer circumference of the ball compartment when closed. This achieves stable constraint and reliable rotational guidance for the ball compartment, ensuring smooth operation during flipping and sand cleaning, preventing axial and radial swaying and offset, thus improving overall reliability. The disassembly and assembly mechanism forms an extraction opening when open, allowing the ball compartment to be smoothly removed vertically or perpendicular to its rotation axis, significantly improving disassembly flexibility and maintenance convenience. Furthermore, the flipping and opening structure of the first and second ring segments, the circumferential constraint method, and the embedded groove further enhance the positioning accuracy, support stability, and rotational guidance performance of the ball compartment. Combined with an optional through-slot structure and gear meshing design of the drive component, this invention not only ensures smooth waste flow but also achieves efficient ball compartment actuation. Overall, this invention improves the structural reliability, user comfort, and maintenance efficiency of the pet toilet while balancing constraint stability and ease of disassembly and assembly.

[0027] The above and other objects, advantages and features of this utility model will become more apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of specific embodiments of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0028] The following sections will describe some specific embodiments of the present invention in a detailed manner by way of example and not limitation, with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar parts or components. Those skilled in the art should understand that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a pet toilet from one angle according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a pet toilet according to one embodiment of the present invention from another angle; Figure 3 This is a schematic side view of a pet toilet according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic structural diagram of the disassembly and assembly mechanism in the closed state according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of the disassembly and assembly mechanism in the open state according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic structural diagram of a sphere compartment according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a schematic structural diagram of a base according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 8 This is a schematic structural diagram of a drive assembly and a ball chamber according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 9 This is a schematic structural diagram of the second ring segment and the driving gear according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure label: 100-Pet toilet, 10-Ball compartment, 20-Disassembly and assembly mechanism, 30-Base, 40-Drive assembly, 11-Inlet / outlet, 12-Ring groove, 13-Excretion outlet, 21-First ring segment, 22-Second ring segment, 23-Interlocking structure, 24-Flipping shaft, 221-Through groove, 222-Constraint cavity, 223-Baffle, 224-Angled guide surface, 225-Alignment post, 226-Angled ring surface, 31-Poop compartment, 311-Opening, 41-Driven gear, 42-Drive gear, 43-Drive component. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper" and "lower" 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 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0032] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature, that is, include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. When a feature "includes or contains" one or more of the features it encompasses, unless otherwise specifically described, this indicates that other features are not excluded and may be further included.

[0033] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "installation," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art should be able to understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] Unless otherwise specified, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in the description of this embodiment have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0035] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a pet toilet 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention, taken from one angle. Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a pet toilet 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention from another angle. Figure 3 This is a schematic side view of a pet toilet 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 This is a schematic structural diagram of the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 in the closed state according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 in the open state according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 This is a schematic structural diagram of the spherical compartment 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 This is a schematic structural diagram of a base 30 according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0036] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, in one specific embodiment, the pet toilet 100 includes a base 30, a ball chamber 10, and a disassembly / removal mechanism 20. A waste container 31 is provided on the base 30 for collecting pet excrement. The ball chamber 10 has an entrance / exit 11 for the pet to enter and exit. The disassembly / removal mechanism 20 is connected to the base 30, and the ball chamber 10 is rotatably connected to the disassembly / removal mechanism 20. The disassembly / removal mechanism 20 has an open state and a closed state. When the disassembly / removal mechanism 20 is in the closed state, it at least partially covers the outer periphery of the ball chamber 10, constraining and guiding its rotation. When the disassembly / removal mechanism 20 is in the open state, an opening is formed so that the ball chamber 10 can be removed from the opening. It can be understood that during the rotation of the ball chamber 10, excrement in the ball chamber 10 can be discharged into the waste container 31. The pet here can be a feline, and the ball chamber 10 contains cat litter.

[0037] This embodiment uses the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 to provide a wrapping constraint and rotational guidance for the ball chamber 10, which can improve the stability of the ball chamber 10 during rotation, prevent the ball chamber 10 from swaying or deviating axially and radially, and allow the ball chamber 10 to be removed from the opening when the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 is opened, thereby significantly improving the disassembly flexibility and operation convenience of the ball chamber 10.

[0038] In some embodiments, when the disassembly mechanism 20 is in the open state, at least a portion of the opening faces upward, and at least a portion of the ball compartment 10 is removed in the vertical direction.

[0039] This embodiment provides a bottom-up removal path, eliminating the need for users to reserve a large pull-out space in front of or to the side of the pet toilet 100, allowing them to disassemble the ball compartment 10. This significantly improves the applicability of the pet toilet 100 in confined spaces, such as when placed against a wall or in a corner. Simultaneously, the vertical disassembly method avoids jamming, friction, or misalignment during forward pulling, making the disassembly smoother and improving the maintenance and cleaning efficiency of the ball compartment 10. Importantly, considering ergonomic design, the ball compartment 10 is relatively large and heavy, and users might bump themselves when pulling it forward. This embodiment allows users to pull out the ball compartment 10 by applying upward force, preventing self-injury and improving the ease of installation and disassembly of the ball compartment 10.

[0040] In some embodiments, when the disassembly mechanism 20 is in the open state, at least a portion of the ball compartment 10 is removed in a direction perpendicular to its axis of rotation. It can be understood that the axis of rotation of the ball compartment 10 is arranged approximately horizontally, so the removal path of the ball compartment 10 is approximately vertical, and this removal path is related to the axis of rotation of the ball compartment 10 itself.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the axis of the ball compartment 10 is located in the horizontal direction, that is, the removal path of the ball compartment 10 is in the vertical direction.

[0042] In some embodiments, the inlet / outlet 11 of the ball chamber 10 is tilted upwards at a preset angle, ranging from 5° to 20°, for example, 5°, 10°, 15°, or 20°. In this embodiment, the inlet / outlet 11 of the ball chamber 10 is tilted upwards relative to the horizontal direction. This prevents cat litter from spilling out of the inlet / outlet 11 during the rotation of the ball chamber 10 and facilitates pet entry and exit from the ball chamber 10. It can be understood that in this embodiment, the rotation axis of the ball chamber 10 is horizontal, and only the inlet / outlet 11 of the ball chamber 10 is tilted upwards. See details [link to documentation]. Figure 3 .

[0043] In some embodiments, the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 includes a first ring segment 21 and a second ring segment 22. The first ring segment 21 can be flipped open relative to the second ring segment 22, and at least a portion of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 are curved. When the first ring segment 21 is flipped open relative to the second ring segment 22, an opening is formed, which is equivalent to releasing the constraint on the ball chamber 10, and the ball chamber 10 can be freely removed from the opening.

[0044] In some embodiments, when the disassembly / reassembly mechanism 20 is in the closed state, the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 cover the outer periphery of the ball chamber 10 for constraining and guiding the ball chamber 10. When the disassembly / reassembly mechanism 20 is in the open state, the first ring segment 21 flips open relative to the second ring segment 22 to form an opening, allowing the ball chamber 10 to be removed from the opening. Here, the shapes of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 are designed according to the outer shape of the ball chamber 10, so that the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 are adapted to the outer shape of the ball chamber 10, which can improve the stability of constraining and rotating the ball chamber 10.

[0045] In other embodiments, the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 may also be designed to form openings in other ways, for example, by directly removing the first ring segment 21, that is, separating both ends of the first ring segment 21 from both ends of the second ring segment 22.

[0046] In some embodiments, the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 can be combined to form a complete circumference wrap around the sphere 10. A flip shaft 24 and a locking structure 23 are provided at the connection between the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22. This can be understood as follows: one end of the first ring segment 21 is connected to one end of the second ring segment 22 via the flip shaft 24, and the other end of the first ring segment 21 is connected to the other end of the second ring segment 22 via the locking structure 23. When the locking structure 23 is unlocked, the first ring segment 21 rotates around the flip shaft 24 to open and form an opening.

[0047] In some embodiments, the flipping shaft 24 is horizontally positioned so that the flipping motion of the first ring segment 21 is a stable planar rotation, which is less prone to swaying, thereby improving the smoothness of the opening and closing action of the first ring segment 21 and the structural reliability.

[0048] In some embodiments, the flipping shaft 24 is parallel to the rotation axis of the ball chamber 10, which can make the flipping path of the first ring segment 21 more compatible with the shape of the ball chamber 10, avoid interference with the surface of the ball chamber 10 when the first ring segment 21 flips, and further improve the smoothness of disassembly and assembly and the structural adaptability.

[0049] In some embodiments, the flipping shaft 24 and the engaging structure 23 are at the same horizontal height, so that the opening and closing action of the first ring segment 21 unfolds around the same height, thereby avoiding twisting or jamming caused by structural height difference and ensuring that the opening and closing action is more stable and reliable.

[0050] In some embodiments, the flip shaft 24 and the locking structure 23 are located on both sides of the ball chamber 10, which can realize symmetrical locking and symmetrical release of the ball chamber 10, making the constraint force distribution of the ball chamber 10 more uniform.

[0051] In some embodiments, at least part of the vertical projection of the flip axis 24 is located outside the base 30, which reduces the footprint of the base 30 while improving the aesthetic appeal, provided that the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 constrain and guide the ball compartment 10.

[0052] In some embodiments, at least part of the vertical projection of the engaging structure 23 is located outside the base 30, which reduces the footprint of the base 30 while ensuring the constraint and guidance of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 on the ball compartment 10, and enhances the aesthetic appeal.

[0053] In other embodiments, the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 may also be combined to partially wrap around the ball chamber 10 to constrain the ball chamber 10 and ensure that the ball chamber 10 does not fall off.

[0054] In some embodiments, a through groove 221 is provided on the second ring segment 22. The through groove 221 is located above the opening of the toilet 31, and the projection of the through groove 221 and the opening of the toilet 31 in the vertical direction overlaps.

[0055] In one embodiment, the vertical projections of the through channel 221 and the opening of the toilet 31 completely overlap, which can ensure that the excrement in the ball chamber 10 can fall directly into the toilet 31, thereby improving the discharge efficiency.

[0056] In another embodiment, the size of the channel 221 is smaller than the size of the opening of the chamber 31, so that the vertical projection range of the channel 221 is completely covered by the opening of the chamber 31, thereby allowing the chamber 31 to completely receive the excrement falling from the channel 221.

[0057] In another embodiment, a portion of the channel 221 overlaps with the vertical projection of the opening of the toilet 31. This partial overlap satisfies the sewage discharge requirements, ensuring that the excrement falls smoothly into the toilet 31. It also reduces the impact of the channel 211 on the structural strength of the second ring segment 22, thus balancing the smoothness of sewage discharge with the structural strength of the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20.

[0058] In some embodiments, the size of the channel 221 may be the same as or different from the size of the opening 311 of the toilet 31. The size design of the channel 221 only needs to ensure that the excrement in the ball chamber 10 can be discharged into the toilet 31 through the channel 221.

[0059] Figure 9 This is a schematic structural diagram of the second ring segment 22 and the driving gear 42 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 9 As shown, and see Figure 4 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, an inclined guide surface 224 is provided between the second ring segment 22 and the through groove 221. The inclined guide surface 224 can guide the excrement so that the excrement in the ball chamber 10 can smoothly enter the toilet chamber 31 along the inclined guide surface 224.

[0060] In some embodiments, a baffle 223 is provided between the through groove 221 and the drive gear 42. The baffle 223 forms a side shield for the drive gear 42, which can block the falling fecal matter and prevent the excrement from contacting the drive gear 224 and affecting the meshing of the drive gear 42 and the driven gear 41.

[0061] In some embodiments, the baffle 223 is arranged vertically and is located at the bottom of the second ring segment 22.

[0062] In some embodiments, the ball chamber 10 is provided with an annular groove 12, which is recessed on the surface of the ball chamber 10. At least part of the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 is embedded in the annular groove 12. This embodiment enables the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 to form a more stable limit and constraint on the ball chamber 10 in the circumferential direction, thereby further improving the stability of the ball chamber 10 during rotation or disassembly and assembly.

[0063] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first ring segment 21 and at least a portion of the second ring segment 22 are embedded in the annular groove 12, and the combination of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 can form a complete circumference wrapping around the annular groove 12.

[0064] In a preferred embodiment, the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 are both embedded in the ring groove 12, which can improve the aesthetics of the pet toilet 100 and better constrain and guide the ball chamber 10.

[0065] In some embodiments, the ball chamber 10 is provided with a discharge port 13. When the ball chamber 10 is rotated to a position where the discharge port 13, the through groove 221 and the opening 311 of the toilet 31 are opposite, the excrement in the ball chamber 10 is discharged into the toilet 31.

[0066] In some embodiments, the excretion port 13 on the ball chamber 10 is located at the annular groove 12, and the first annular segment 21 and the second annular segment 22 can cover the excretion port 13, thereby improving the aesthetics of the pet toilet 100.

[0067] Figure 8 This is a schematic structural diagram of the drive assembly 40 and the ball chamber 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8 As shown, and see Figure 6 In some embodiments, the pet toilet 100 further includes a drive assembly 40, which includes a drive gear 42 and a driven gear 41. The driven gear 41 is located within the annular groove 12. When the drive gear 42 is driven to rotate, the driven gear 41 rotates accordingly, thereby rotating the ball chamber 10. Here, the driven gear 41 is integrated with the ball chamber 10, and when the ball chamber 10 is removed, the driven gear 41 is also removed along with the ball chamber 10. When the ball chamber 10 is constrained by the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20, the first annular segment 21 and the second annular segment 22 can conceal the driven gear 41, making it invisible from the outside, thereby improving the aesthetics of the pet toilet 100.

[0068] In other embodiments, the ball chamber can be driven to rotate by a combination of a friction belt and a friction wheel, i.e., the rotation of the friction wheel drives the friction belt, thereby causing the ball chamber to rotate.

[0069] In some embodiments, the driving gear 42 is located directly below the driven gear 41, and the meshing of the driving gear 41 and the driven gear 42 is maintained by the weight of the ball chamber 10 and the constraint force of the disassembly mechanism 20.

[0070] In some embodiments, the driven gear 41 and the annular groove 12 form a multi-segmented step, which, together with the first annular segment 21 and the second annular segment 22, achieves constraint and rotational guidance of the ball chamber 10.

[0071] In some embodiments, the driven gear 41 is located in the middle of the ball chamber 10, which can further improve the stability of the ball chamber 10 during rotation and ensure that the ball chamber 10 does not deflect to the side during rotation.

[0072] In some embodiments, the drive assembly 40 includes a drive member 43 connected to a drive gear 42 for driving the drive gear 42 to rotate. Here, the drive member 43 is a motor, and the drive gear 42 is mounted on the output shaft of the motor.

[0073] This embodiment also provides a pet toilet 100, which includes a base 30, a ball chamber 10, and a disassembly / assembly mechanism 20. A waste container 31 is provided on the base 30 for collecting pet excrement. The ball chamber 10 has an entrance / exit 11 for the pet to enter and exit. The disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 is connected to the base 30, and the ball chamber 10 is rotatably connected to the disassembly / assembly mechanism 20. The disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 includes a first ring segment 21 and a second ring segment 22, and has a locked position and an unlocked position. When the disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 is in the locked position, the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 connect to form a constraint cavity 222, which confines the ball chamber 10 within the constraint cavity 222. The constraint cavity 222 can guide the rotation of the ball chamber 10. When the disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 is in the unlocked position, a disassembly channel is formed between the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22, allowing the ball chamber 10 to be removed from the disassembly channel.

[0074] This embodiment, through the design of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22, can constrain and guide the ball compartment 10 in the locked position and release the ball compartment 10 in the unlocked position, so that the ball compartment 10 can be removed for cleaning or maintenance, thereby improving the disassembly flexibility and operation convenience of the ball compartment 10, and taking into account the stability of the ball compartment 10 during rotation and the convenience of disassembly.

[0075] In some embodiments, when the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 is in the locked position, the constraint cavity 222 formed by the connection of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 is C-shaped or annular, so as to achieve a constraint wrapping of the ball chamber 10 greater than 180°.

[0076] This embodiment provides a circumferential wrapping range of more than 180° through the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22, so that the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 can form a more stable limit on the ball chamber 10, so that the ball chamber 10 can be kept within the predetermined rotation trajectory when it rotates, avoiding shaking, swaying or jumping due to uneven force.

[0077] In some embodiments, the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 can be spliced ​​together to form a full-circumference ring structure to constrain and guide the sphere 10.

[0078] In some embodiments, the first ring segment 21 may be flipped open relative to the second ring segment 22 to switch from a locked position to an unlocked position.

[0079] This embodiment employs a method where the first ring segment 21 can be flipped relative to the second ring segment 22, enabling reliable switching of the disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 between the locked and unlocked positions. When the first ring segment 21 flips open, the original annular or C-shaped constraint structure is opened, forming a disassembly channel for the ball compartment 10 to pass through. This flip-type opening method has the advantages of simple structure, clear action, and convenient operation. Users can complete the opening operation with a single rotation action, without the need for complex tools or forceful pulling, significantly improving the disassembly efficiency of the ball compartment 10 and the user experience.

[0080] In some embodiments, when the disassembly mechanism 20 is in the unlocked position, at least a portion of the ball compartment 10 is vertically oriented in the direction of removal from the disassembly channel, avoiding the large space and long stroke required by traditional forward or side-pulling methods. The vertical removal path is almost unrestricted by the front, back, left, or right space of the pet toilet 100, making it particularly suitable for installation scenarios with limited space, such as against a wall or in a corner. Furthermore, besides limitations imposed by wall or furniture placement, the main consideration is ergonomic design. Because the ball compartment 10 is relatively large and has a certain weight, users might bump into themselves if removing it forward. In this solution, the user faces directly upwards, making it easy to apply force without bumping into themselves, resulting in higher installation feasibility.

[0081] In some embodiments, the ball magazine 10 has a limiting structure, which is used to constrain and guide the ball magazine 10 when the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 is in the locked position. The limiting structure ensures that the ball magazine 10 stays on a predetermined trajectory during rotation, avoiding swaying, shaking or jumping, thereby improving the stability and guiding accuracy of the ball magazine 10's rotation.

[0082] In some embodiments, the limiting structure is an annular groove 12, which is recessed into the surface of the sphere 10. When the disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first ring segment 21 and at least a portion of the second ring segment 22 are embedded in the annular groove 12, forming a surface-contact depth limiting. The annular groove 12 structure can provide stronger anti-lateral sway capability in the circumferential direction, enabling the sphere 10 to maintain a stable posture during rotation and significantly enhancing the restraint effect. The annular groove 12 structure can also prevent the sphere 10 from dislodging due to vibration or impact during long-term operation, improving structural safety. At the same time, the recessed feature of the annular groove 12 can provide a natural guiding interface for the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22, making it easier to align the sphere 10 during assembly and improving the reliability of the sphere 10 disassembly / assembly.

[0083] In some embodiments, when the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20 is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first ring segment 21 is located on the upper part of the ball chamber 10, which can apply downward limiting and support to the ball chamber 10 from the vertical direction, making it difficult for the ball chamber 10 to float upward or deviate when rotating.

[0084] In some embodiments, when the disassembly / removal mechanism 20 is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first ring segment 21 overlaps with the vertical projection of the ball chamber 10. In this embodiment, the first ring segment 21 can provide vertical restraint and shielding for the ball chamber 10, thereby effectively preventing the ball chamber 10 from disengaging or shifting in the vertical direction.

[0085] This embodiment also provides a pet toilet 100, which includes a base 30, a ball chamber 10, and a disassembly / assembly mechanism 20. A waste container 31 is provided on the base 30 for collecting pet excrement. The ball chamber 10 has an inlet / outlet 11 and a limiting structure; the limiting structure extends along the surface of the ball chamber 10, and the inlet / outlet 11 allows the pet to enter and exit. The disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 is connected to the base 30, and the ball chamber 10 is rotatably connected to the disassembly / assembly mechanism 20. The disassembly / assembly mechanism 20 includes a first ring segment 21 and a second ring segment 22, with at least a portion of the first ring segment 21 located above the second ring segment 22. The first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 have a closed state and an open state. When the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 are in the closed state, the combination of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 can form a constraint on the limiting structure of the ball chamber 10 and a rotational guide. When the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 are in the open state, the first ring segment 21 opens relative to the second ring segment 22 to release the constraint on the limiting structure of the ball compartment 10, so that the ball compartment 10 can be removed relative to the disassembly and assembly mechanism 20.

[0086] This embodiment, through the design of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22, can constrain and guide the rotation of the limiting structure of the ball compartment 10 when it is in the closed state, and can release the constraint of the limiting structure of the ball compartment 10 when it is in the open state, so as to realize the convenient disassembly and installation of the ball compartment 10 and improve the maintenance and cleaning efficiency of the ball compartment 10.

[0087] In some embodiments, the limiting structure is an annular groove 12, which is recessed into the surface of the ball chamber 10. When the first annular segment 21 and the second annular segment 22 are in the closed state, at least a portion of the first annular segment 21 and the second annular segment 22 are embedded in the annular groove 12. Compared with point support or snap-fit ​​fixing methods, the embedded structure of the annular groove 12 has stronger wear resistance and impact resistance, thus significantly improving the reliability of the rotational guidance of the ball chamber 10 and the stability of the device during long-term use.

[0088] In some embodiments, the annular groove 12 is disposed around the entire circumference of the surface of the ball chamber 10, and the central axis of the annular groove 12 is collinear with the rotation axis of the ball chamber 10. When the annular groove 12 is disposed around the entire circumference of the surface of the ball chamber 10, and its central axis is collinear with the rotation axis of the ball chamber 10, the annular groove 12 can form a continuous and consistent limiting interface, making the guiding force on the ball chamber 10 more uniform during rotation. This not only further ensures the stability of the ball chamber 10 during rotation, but also reduces wear caused by localized force concentration, thereby improving the service life of the ball chamber 10. At the same time, the collinear arrangement can reduce uneven friction or poor meshing between the annular segment and the annular groove 12 due to eccentricity, making the rotation of the ball chamber 10 smoother, reducing noise and improving the user experience.

[0089] In some embodiments, one end of the first ring segment 21 is hinged to one end of the second ring segment 22. The other end of the first ring segment 21 and the other end of the second ring segment 22 are provided with an engagement structure 23.

[0090] This embodiment features a hinge structure at one end of the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22, allowing the first and second ring segments 21 and 22 to open and close stably around the hinge point. This facilitates opening the first ring segment 21 with a single rotational motion. A locking structure 23 is provided at the opposite end of the hinge, providing reliable locking in the closed state. This ensures that the first and second ring segments 21 and 22 tightly enclose the limiting structure, preventing accidental opening of the ring segments due to vibration or external forces generated by the rotation of the ball chamber 10. This combination of hinge and locking structure offers both ease of operation and structural safety, while also improving the overall durability of the structure.

[0091] See Figure 9 A guiding alignment structure is provided between the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22. The guiding alignment structure includes an alignment post 225 and an insertion hole. The alignment post 225 is located on the second ring segment 22, and the insertion hole is located on the first ring segment 21. Alternatively, the alignment post 225 is located on the first ring segment 21, and the insertion hole is located on the second ring segment 22. When the first ring segment 21 and the second ring segment 22 are closed, the alignment post 225 is inserted into the insertion hole. This can align and guide the closing action of the first ring segment 21, ensuring accurate docking and preventing misalignment that could cause the first ring segment 21 to rub against the ball chamber 10.

[0092] In some embodiments, the end of the alignment post 225 is provided with an inclined annular surface 226 for alignment and guidance, which can improve the smoothness of the first ring segment 21 when it is closed.

[0093] In some embodiments, the alignment post 225 is located on the second ring segment 22 and is vertically arranged, and the insertion hole is located on the first ring segment 21 and is vertically arranged.

[0094] In some embodiments, a channel 221 is provided on the second ring segment 22. The channel 221 is located at the lowest point of the horizontal height of the second ring segment 22, and the channel 221 corresponds vertically to the chamber 31. This embodiment, by providing the channel 221 at the lowest point of the second ring segment 22, allows the excrement discharged from the ball chamber 10 during rotation to smoothly pass through the channel 221 into the chamber 31 of the base 30. The corresponding positions of the channel 221 and the chamber 31 form a natural discharge path, which can prevent excrement from accumulating or stagnating at the second ring segment 22, reducing pollution accumulation. Simultaneously, the channel 221, located at the lowest point, can utilize gravity to more easily facilitate the flow of excrement, improving the sewage discharge efficiency of the ball chamber 10.

[0095] Therefore, those skilled in the art should recognize that although many exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described in detail herein, many other variations or modifications conforming to the principles of the present invention can be directly determined or derived from the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be understood and recognized as covering all such other variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A pet toilet, characterized in that, include: A base, on which a waste container is provided for collecting pet excrement; The ball pit has an entrance and exit for the pet to enter and exit; The disassembly and assembly mechanism is connected to the base, and the ball chamber is rotatably connected to the disassembly and assembly mechanism; the disassembly and assembly mechanism has an open state and a closed state, and when the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the closed state, the disassembly and assembly mechanism at least partially covers the outer periphery of the ball chamber for constraining and rotating the ball chamber; An opening is formed when the disassembly mechanism is in the open state so that the ball compartment can be removed from the opening.

2. The pet toilet according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the open state, at least a portion of the opening faces upward, and at least a portion of the ball compartment is removed vertically; and / or When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the open state, at least a portion of the ball chamber is removed in the direction perpendicular to its axis of rotation.

3. The pet toilet according to claim 2, characterized in that, The disassembly and assembly mechanism includes a first ring segment and a second ring segment, wherein the first ring segment can be flipped open relative to the second ring segment; at least a portion of the first ring segment and the second ring segment are curved.

4. The pet toilet according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the closed state, the first ring segment and the second ring segment cover the outer periphery of the ball chamber for constraining and guiding the ball chamber; When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the open state, the first ring segment flips open relative to the second ring segment to form the opening, so that the ball chamber can be removed from the opening.

5. The pet toilet according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first ring segment and the second ring segment can be combined to form a complete circumference wrap around the sphere, and a flipping shaft and a locking structure are provided at the connection between the first ring segment and the second ring segment.

6. The pet toilet according to any one of claims 3-5, characterized in that, The second ring segment is provided with a through groove, which is located above the opening of the toilet compartment, and the through groove overlaps with the vertical projection of the opening of the toilet compartment.

7. The pet toilet according to any one of claims 3-5, characterized in that, The ball chamber is provided with an annular groove, which is recessed on the surface of the ball chamber, and at least part of the disassembly and assembly mechanism is embedded in the annular groove.

8. The pet toilet according to claim 7, characterized in that, At least a portion of the first ring segment and at least a portion of the second ring segment are embedded in the annular groove, and the combination of the first ring segment and the second ring segment can form a complete circumference wrapping around the annular groove.

9. The pet toilet according to claim 7, characterized in that, Also includes: The drive assembly includes a drive gear and a driven gear, the driven gear being located within the annular groove. When the drive gear is driven to rotate, the driven gear follows and rotates to drive the ball chamber to rotate.

10. A pet toilet, characterized in that, include: A base, on which a waste container is provided for collecting pet excrement; Sphere; It has an entrance and exit for the pet to enter and exit; A disassembly and assembly mechanism is connected to the base, and the ball compartment is rotatably connected to the disassembly and assembly mechanism. The disassembly and assembly mechanism includes a first ring segment and a second ring segment, and has a locked position and an unlocked position. When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the locked position, the first ring segment and the second ring segment are connected to form a constraint cavity, which confines the ball compartment within the constraint cavity. The constraint cavity can guide the rotation of the ball compartment. When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the unlocked position, a disassembly channel is formed between the first ring segment and the second ring segment, allowing the ball compartment to be removed from the disassembly channel.

11. The pet toilet according to claim 10, characterized in that, When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the locked position, the constraint cavity formed by the connection of the first ring segment and the second ring segment is C-shaped or annular, so as to achieve a constraint wrapping of more than 180° on the ball chamber.

12. The pet toilet according to claim 10, characterized in that, The first ring segment can be flipped open relative to the second ring segment to switch from the locked position to the unlocked position.

13. The pet toilet according to claim 12, characterized in that, When the disassembly mechanism is in the unlocked position, at least a portion of the ball compartment is removed from the disassembly channel in the vertical direction.

14. The pet toilet according to claim 10, characterized in that, The ball chamber has a limiting structure, which is used to constrain and rotate the ball chamber when the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the locked position.

15. The pet toilet according to claim 14, characterized in that, The limiting structure is an annular groove, which is recessed into the surface of the ball chamber; when the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first annular segment and at least a portion of the second annular segment are embedded in the annular groove.

16. The pet toilet according to claim 15, characterized in that, When the disassembly / assembly mechanism is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first ring segment is located on the upper part of the ball chamber; and / or When the disassembly and assembly mechanism is in the locked position, at least a portion of the first ring segment overlaps with the vertical projection of the ball chamber.

17. A pet toilet, characterized in that, include: A base, on which a waste container is provided for collecting pet excrement; Sphere; It has an entrance / exit and a limiting structure; the limiting structure extends along the surface of the ball chamber, and the entrance / exit is for the pet to enter and exit; A disassembly / assembly mechanism is connected to the base, and the ball compartment is rotatably connected to the disassembly / assembly mechanism. The disassembly / assembly mechanism includes a first ring segment and a second ring segment, with at least a portion of the first ring segment located above the second ring segment. The first ring segment and the second ring segment have a closed state and an open state. When the first ring segment and the second ring segment are in the closed state, their combination forms a constraint and rotational guide for the limiting structure of the ball compartment. When the first ring segment and the second ring segment are in the open state, the first ring segment opens relative to the second ring segment to release the constraint on the limiting structure of the ball compartment, allowing the ball compartment to be removed relative to the disassembly / assembly mechanism.

18. The pet toilet according to claim 17, characterized in that, The limiting structure is an annular groove, which is recessed into the surface of the sphere; when the first annular segment and the second annular segment are in the closed state, at least a portion of the first annular segment and the second annular segment are embedded in the annular groove.

19. The pet toilet according to claim 18, characterized in that, The annular groove is arranged around the entire circumference of the surface of the sphere, and the central axis of the annular groove is collinear with the rotation axis of the sphere.

20. The pet toilet according to any one of claims 17-19, characterized in that, One end of the first ring segment is hinged to one end of the second ring segment; the other end of the first ring segment and the other end of the second ring segment are provided with a locking structure.

21. The pet toilet according to claim 20, characterized in that, A through groove is provided on the second ring segment; the through groove is located at the lowest point of the horizontal height of the second ring segment; the through groove corresponds to the vertical position of the toilet compartment.

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