An auxiliary sampling device for toilets and a sampling toilet.

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of bathroom equipment technology, and more particularly to an auxiliary sampling device and sampling toilet for toilets. The auxiliary sampling device includes a flow guiding structure for directional transport of excrement. The flow guiding structure has a first port for receiving excrement and a second port for outputting excrement. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first port is larger than that of the second port, forming a converging transport channel from the first port to the second port. This utility model's flow guiding structure uses a "large inlet, small outlet" design to form a converging channel, causing excrement to converge directionally to the second port, avoiding diffusion and dilution. High-concentration samples are directly obtained through the second port, improving efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model generally relates to the field of bathroom equipment technology, and more specifically, to an auxiliary sampling device for toilets and a sampling toilet. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of medical testing technology, the demand for excrement samples for disease screening and health monitoring has surged. Toilets, as the core sampling medium, have become crucial for sample compatibility. However, existing toilet sampling methods suffer from bottlenecks such as low efficiency and poor sample quality, severely hindering the implementation of testing technologies. This is mainly because toilet bowls are mostly open-style with large volumes, resulting in scattered excrement distribution during quantitative sampling, making it difficult to accurately obtain a sufficient sample volume. Therefore, developing auxiliary devices that improve sampling accuracy and are highly compatible with toilets has become a critical need.

[0003] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this disclosure, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention includes a series of simplified concepts, which will be further explained in detail in the detailed description section. This present invention is not intended to limit the key features and essential technical features of the claimed technical solution, nor is it intended to determine the scope of protection of the claimed technical solution.

[0005] One of the main objectives of this utility model is to overcome at least one of the defects of the prior art and to provide an auxiliary sampling device for toilets and a sampling toilet.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: According to one aspect of the present invention, an auxiliary sampling device for a toilet is provided, comprising a flow guiding structure for guiding the directional transport of excrement; the flow guiding structure has a first port for receiving excrement and a second port for outputting excrement; the cross-sectional area of ​​the first port is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the second port to form a converging transport channel from the first port to the second port.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second port is a neck with a certain length, the first port is an open flared portion, and the radial dimension of the first port gradually tapers from the edge toward the end connected to the neck.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the outer contour of the flared portion is at least partially fitted to the toilet bowl.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the flared portion is composed of a short edge and a long edge with an asymmetrical structure, and the outer side of the long edge is fitted to the toilet bowl.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a collection port for sampling excrement is provided at or near the second port, and the sample can be inserted into the collection port for sampling.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the neck cross-section is circular or non-circular, and when the neck cross-section is non-circular, one side of it adopts a flattened structure.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the flow guiding structure is made of disposable material.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the inner wall of the flow guiding structure is smoothed.

[0014] According to another aspect of this disclosure, a sampling toilet is provided, wherein a sampling device is provided at the toilet bowl outlet, and an auxiliary sampling device as described in any of the preceding claims is detachably disposed within the toilet bowl.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the auxiliary sampling device is detachably located at the water seal position inside the toilet bowl.

[0016] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. The flow guiding structure of this utility model adopts a "large inlet and small outlet" design to form a converging channel, so that the excrement is directed to the second port, avoiding diffusion and dilution, and can guide the sewage to a specific location for easy collection.

[0017] 2. The flared part of this utility model adopts an asymmetrical design with a short edge and a long edge. The long edge fits snugly against the toilet bowl, solving the problem of poor adaptability of symmetrical structures. The snug fit design prevents the device from shifting and leaking, improving stability; at the same time, it can be adapted to different models of toilets, enhancing versatility and meeting the needs of multiple scenarios.

[0018] 3. The neck cross-section of this utility model can be flexibly designed. When it is not circular, a flat structure is adopted, which can reduce the installation space occupied on one side.

[0019] 4. High-concentration samples can be directly obtained through the collection port, improving efficiency. The second port is located at the neck, and the collection port is located on the side wall, which allows for stable flow of excrement, avoids splashing, and facilitates precise docking of sampling tools, further improving sampling convenience and success rate.

[0020] 5. This utility model sampling toilet adopts a detachable auxiliary device design, realizing modular combination. It can be directly applied to traditional toilets without modifying the toilet body, greatly reducing costs; its detachable design also facilitates replacement and maintenance, improving economy. Attached Figure Description

[0021] The various objectives, features, and advantages of this invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The drawings are merely illustrative of the invention and are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the drawings, the same reference numerals always denote the same or similar parts. Wherein: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an auxiliary sampling device for a toilet according to some embodiments of this application. Figure 1 .

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the auxiliary sampling device according to some embodiments of this application. Figure 1 .

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an auxiliary sampling device for a toilet according to some embodiments of this application. Figure 2 .

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the auxiliary sampling device according to some embodiments of this application. Figure 2 .

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the sampling structure of a sampling toilet according to some embodiments of this application.

[0026] The reference numerals in the attached figures are explained as follows: 100-Flow guiding structure, 110-First port, 120-Second port, 130-Neck, 131-Collection port, 133-Flattened structure, 140-Flanged part, 141-Short edge, 142-Long edge; 200 - Sampling toilet, 210 - Urinal; 300 - Sampling device. Detailed Implementation

[0027] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that the present invention will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the concept of the exemplary embodiments to those skilled in the art. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar structures, and therefore their detailed description will be omitted.

[0028] The described features, structures, or characteristics can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments. Numerous specific details are provided in the following description to give a full understanding of embodiments of the present invention. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the technical solutions of the present invention can be practiced without one or more of the specific details described, or other methods, components, materials, etc., can be employed. In other instances, well-known structures, materials, or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring various aspects of the present invention.

[0029] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a more thorough understanding of the present invention. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention can be practiced without one or more of these details. In other instances, certain technical features well-known in the art have not been described in order to avoid confusion with the present invention.

[0030] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this embodiment provides an auxiliary sampling device for toilets, including a flow guiding structure 100 for guiding the directional transport of excrement. The flow guiding structure 100 has a first port 110 for receiving excrement and a second port 120 for outputting excrement. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first port 110 is larger than that of the second port 120, forming a converging transport channel from the first port 110 to the second port 120. In this embodiment, the first port 110 of the flow guiding structure 100 is a funnel-shaped opening, integrally connected to the neck 130. During sampling, the sampling probe of the sampling device 300 is close to the second port 120 for sampling. Specifically, the sampling probe of the sampling device 300 extends below the second port 120 to facilitate the collection of excrement falling below the second port 120. Its advantages are that the converging channel allows the excrement to flow in a concentrated manner, solving the problem of scattered landing points in traditional toilet bowls 210; the sampling probe of the sampling device 300 is close to the converged excrement, which can quickly obtain a sufficient amount of sample; the integrally molded structure reduces the risk of leakage and is simple to operate. Figures 3-5 As shown, in other embodiments, a sampling port 131 is horizontally opened along the side wall of the neck 130 and communicates with the interior of the neck 130. The sampling probe of the sampling device 300 performs sampling by extending into the sampling port 131.

[0031] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the second port 120 is a neck 130 with a certain length, and the first port 110 is an open flared portion 140. The radial dimension of the first port 110 gradually narrows from the edge to the end connected to the neck 130.

[0032] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-2As shown, the outer contour of the flared portion 140 at least partially conforms to the toilet bowl 210. In this embodiment, the outer contour of the flared portion 140 is designed according to the curvature of the mainstream toilet bowl 210, and an adhesive film can be provided at the conforming part to increase the conforming effect with the toilet bowl and ensure that the device does not slip after placement.

[0033] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the flared portion 140 is composed of an asymmetrical short edge 141 and a long edge 142, with the outer side of the long edge 142 fitting against the toilet bowl 210. In this embodiment, the connection between the short edge 141 and the long edge 142 is smoothly transitioned, and the outer side of the long edge 142 conforms to the curvature of the inner wall of the toilet bowl 210. Its advantages are that the asymmetrical design precisely matches the natural curvature of the toilet bowl 210, increasing the fitting area compared to a symmetrical structure and effectively solving the problem of device displacement; the long edge 142 has a larger range and can accommodate more excrement from different points.

[0034] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the neck 130 has a circular or non-circular cross-section. When the neck 130 has a non-circular cross-section, one side adopts a flattened structure 133. It can be understood that "non-circular" includes shapes such as elliptical, square, and oval. The "flattened structure 133" is used to reduce the installation space required. The circular neck 130 allows for smoother waste flow and reduces residue; the flattened structure 133 allows for flexible installation within the confined space of the toilet bowl 210, adapting to compact toilets with smaller inner wall curvatures, thus expanding the device's applicability.

[0035] In some embodiments, the flow guiding structure 100 is made of disposable materials. It is understood that "disposable materials" refers to biodegradable plastic or paper materials that meet medical and hygiene standards and can be discarded or flushed away after use. Disposable use completely eliminates the risk of cross-infection, and compared to reusable devices, it eliminates the need for cleaning and disinfection steps, improving sampling efficiency; biodegradable materials meet environmental protection requirements, reducing waste pollution.

[0036] In some embodiments, the inner wall of the flow guiding structure 100 is smoothed, including the inner wall of the flared portion 140 and the inner wall of the neck 130. The smoothing treatment is used to reduce excrement residue. The edge of the flared portion 140 is blunted or rounded to prevent scratches during use.

[0037] like Figures 3-5 As shown, this embodiment provides a sampling toilet 200, with a sampling device 300 at the outlet of its bowl 210. As in any of the above embodiments, the auxiliary sampling device 300 is detachably installed inside the toilet bowl 210, and at this time, the sampling probe of the sampling device 300 is inserted into the auxiliary sampling device 300 through the collection port 131. Specifically, the auxiliary sampling device 300 is detachably installed at the water seal position inside the toilet bowl 210. It can be understood that during installation, if... Figure 2As shown, the long edge 142 fits snugly against the toilet bowl 210, achieving modular assembly. It is directly applicable to traditional toilet samples, requiring no modification to the toilet body, significantly reducing costs; the detachable design also facilitates replacement and maintenance, improving economic efficiency. In use, as... Figure 3 As shown, the sampling probe extends out through the collection port 131 and enters the auxiliary sampling device 300 to perform sampling.

[0038] It should be understood that the various examples described above can be utilized in multiple directions (e.g., tilted, inverted, horizontal, vertical, etc.) and in multiple configurations without departing from the principles of this invention. The embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings are merely examples of effective application of the principles of this invention, and the invention is not limited to any specific details of these embodiments.

[0039] Of course, upon careful consideration of the above description of the representative embodiments, those skilled in the art will readily understand that various modifications, additions, substitutions, deletions, and other changes can be made to these specific embodiments, and that such changes are within the scope of the principles of this invention. Therefore, the foregoing detailed description should be clearly understood as being given by way of illustration and example only, and the spirit and scope of this invention are defined solely by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An auxiliary sampling device for toilets, characterized in that: Includes a flow guide structure (100) for guiding the directional transport of excrement; the flow guide structure (100) has a first port (110) for receiving excrement and a second port (120) for discharging excrement; the cross-sectional area of ​​the first port (110) is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the second port (120) to form a converging transport channel from the first port (110) to the second port (120).

2. The auxiliary sampling device for toilets as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The second port (120) is a neck (130) of a certain length, and the first port (110) is an open flared portion (140). The radial dimension of the first port (110) gradually narrows from the edge to the end connected to the neck (130).

3. The auxiliary sampling device for toilets as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The outer contour of the flared portion (140) is at least partially fitted to the toilet bowl (210).

4. The auxiliary sampling device for toilets as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The flared portion (140) is composed of a short edge (141) and a long edge (142) with an asymmetrical structure, and the outer side of the long edge (142) is fitted with the toilet bowl (210).

5. The auxiliary sampling device for toilets as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The second port (120) or its vicinity is provided with a collection port (131) for collecting excrement, which can be inserted into the collection port (131) for sampling.

6. The auxiliary sampling device for toilets as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The neck (130) has a circular or non-circular cross-section. When the neck (130) has a non-circular cross-section, one side of it adopts a flattened structure (133).

7. The auxiliary sampling device for toilets as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The flow guiding structure (100) is made of disposable material.

8. The auxiliary sampling device for toilets as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the flow guiding structure (100) is smoothed.

9. A sampling toilet, characterized in that: The toilet bowl (210) outlet is provided with a sampling device (300), and the auxiliary sampling device (300) as described in any one of claims 1 to 8 is detachably installed inside the toilet bowl (210).

10. The sampling toilet as described in claim 9, characterized in that: The auxiliary sampling device (300) is detachably located at the water seal position inside the toilet bowl (210).

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