STORAGE DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR BATHROOM AND / OR SHOWER STORAGE DEVICE
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- KNOLL JUN ALEXANDER
- Filing Date
- 2018-09-27
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-23
AI Technical Summary
Existing bathroom and shower storage devices lack user-friendly integration of electronic units, such as lighting and consumer electronics, and do not provide convenient access for maintenance or secure protection against moisture and dust.
A storage device with integrated electronic units, such as lighting and consumer electronics, that are partially or fully housed within a storage element, allowing for easy access and secure sealing, along with a fastening system that facilitates simultaneous mounting on a wall.
The solution provides enhanced user comfort by enabling easy integration and maintenance of electronic units while ensuring protection against moisture and dust, reducing assembly time, and offering convenient data exchange and control options.
Description
State of the art
[0001] The invention relates to a storage device, in particular a bathroom and / or shower storage device, with at least one storage element and with at least one fastening unit for fastening the storage element to a wall, in particular a tiled room wall.
[0002] From DE 10 2012 015 574 A1, a storage device, in particular a bathroom and / or shower storage device, with at least one storage element and with at least one fastening unit for fastening the storage element to a wall, in particular a tiled wall, is already known. Furthermore, from DE 20 2006 011 112 U1, DE 20 2012 104 121 U1, EP 2 710 194 B1 and
[0003] CN 202 801 402 U each storage devices with at least one storage element, with at least one fastening unit for fastening the storage element to a wall and with at least one electronic unit arranged at least partially on the storage element are known.
[0004] US 5 626 084 A discloses a storage device according to the preamble of claim 1.
[0005] The object of the invention is, in particular, to provide a generic device with improved user comfort. This object is achieved according to the invention by the features of claim 1, while advantageous embodiments and further developments of the invention can be found in the dependent claims. Advantages of the invention
[0006] The invention relates to a storage device, in particular a bathroom and / or shower storage device, according to independent claim 1, comprising at least one storage element, with at least one fastening unit for fastening the storage element to a wall, in particular a tiled wall, and with at least one electronic unit, at least partially arranged on the storage element, in particular a lighting unit and / or a consumer electronics unit.
[0007] This includes at least one revision unit which has at least one revision element that is removable and / or movable on a base body element of the fastening unit and / or on the storage element.
[0008] The electronic unit is integrated, at least partially, and in particular to a large extent, into the storage device, i.e., the storage element.
[0009] The storage element and / or the base element of the mounting unit comprises at least one receiving recess for at least partial reception of the electronic unit. Preferably, the electronic unit is arranged at least to a large extent within the receiving recess. "A large extent" here refers in particular to more than 50%, preferably more than 70%, and most preferably more than 90% of the maximum total volume of an element and / or unit. Preferably, the electronic unit is configured as a lighting unit and / or as a consumer electronics unit. The electronic unit can be configured as an LED unit, a loudspeaker unit, a display unit, an inductive charging unit, an electronic control unit, a projection unit, a sensor unit, an energy conversion unit, a camera unit, a microphone unit, and / or as another electronic unit that would appear suitable to a person skilled in the art.Preferably, the electronic unit, particularly when configured as a lighting unit, comprises at least one lighting element, especially at least one LED, arranged on the storage element and / or the mounting unit. Preferably, the lighting element is arranged at least partially, and in particular completely, within the receiving recess. Most preferably, the electronic unit, particularly when configured as a lighting unit, comprises a plurality of lighting elements, especially LEDs, arranged on the storage element and / or the mounting unit, and in particular within the receiving recess. A control and / or regulation unit for controlling and / or regulating the at least one lighting element, especially the lighting elements configured as LEDs, can be part of the electronic unit or be configured separately from the electronic unit.Preferably, the control and / or regulation unit, particularly when the control and / or regulation unit is designed as part of the electronic unit, is arranged on the storage element and / or the mounting unit, especially in the receiving recess. However, it is also conceivable that the control and / or regulation unit, particularly when the control and / or regulation unit is separate from the electronic unit, is arranged at a distance from the storage element and / or the mounting unit, especially from the storage device, and is connected to the electronic unit, particularly to the lighting elements designed as LEDs, by means of a communication link, particularly a wired or wireless one.
[0010] The at least one lighting element, in particular the lighting elements, is / are preferably designed to introduce light into the storage element at least substantially along a path at least substantially parallel to a storage surface of the storage element. Preferably, the lighting element, in particular the lighting elements, is / are arranged on the storage element such that a main direction of light emission from the lighting element, in particular the lighting elements, runs at least substantially parallel to the storage surface of the storage element. Preferably, the lighting element, in particular the lighting elements, is / are arranged on a side wall surface of the storage element that runs at least substantially perpendicular to the storage surface of the storage element.However, it is also conceivable that the lighting element(s), in particular the lighting elements, are arranged on a surface of the storage element that runs at least substantially parallel to the storage surface of the storage element, particularly in an alternative embodiment of the storage device, or on another surface, edge, or side of the storage element that would appear useful to a person skilled in the art, in order to illuminate the storage element. "Substantially parallel" here is to be understood in particular as an alignment of a direction relative to a reference direction, especially in a plane, wherein the direction has a deviation from the reference direction of, in particular, less than 8°, advantageously less than 5°, and most advantageously less than 2°.The term "essentially perpendicular" is intended here to define in particular an orientation of a direction relative to a reference direction, wherein the direction and the reference direction, in particular considered in a plane, enclose an angle of 90° and the angle has a maximum deviation of in particular less than 8°, advantageously less than 5° and particularly advantageously less than 2°.
[0011] The storage element is preferably designed as a surface light element, in particular as a surface light element that can be illuminated at its edges. Preferably, the storage element is designed as an acrylic glass plate, a glass plate, or the like. The storage element preferably has a coating on at least one side, particularly for reflecting the light emitted by the lighting element(s). The storage element may have a light-diffusing coating. However, it is also conceivable that the storage element has a different design, which would appear advantageous to a person skilled in the art, enabling surface illumination by means of lighting elements arranged at the edges. Preferably, the storage device comprises at least one diffusing and / or focusing element, such as a laser raster element, a reflector element, or the like, which is arranged on the storage element or is formed integrally with the storage element.The term "one-piece" is to be understood in particular as being at least materially bonded, for example by a welding process, an adhesive bonding process, an injection molding process, and / or another process that would appear appropriate to a person skilled in the art, and / or advantageously formed in one piece, such as by being manufactured from a single casting and / or by being manufactured using a single- or multi-component injection molding process, and advantageously from a single blank. Preferably, the fastening unit is made of a metallic material, in particular stainless steel. However, it is also conceivable that the fastening unit is made of another material that would appear appropriate to a person skilled in the art, such as plastic or the like. The fastening unit comprises at least the base body element against which the support element at least partially rests, and in particular directly rests.The base body element comprises at least one contact surface on which the storage element rests in a state of the storage element arranged on the base body element with a surface of the storage element facing away from the storage surface of the storage element.
[0012] The contact surface of the base element, when the storage element is arranged on the base element, preferably extends at least substantially parallel to the storage surface of the storage element. The storage element is preferably fixed to the fastening unit, in particular the base element, by means of a form-fit, force-fit, and / or material-fit connection. The fastening unit preferably comprises at least one wall fastening element for attaching the fastening unit to a wall, in particular a tiled wall. The wall fastening element preferably comprises at least one wall contact surface by means of which the wall fastening element can be positioned on the wall, in particular on a bare wall, which is preferably untiled. The wall contact surface is preferably designed to be fastened by means of tile adhesive and / or a fastening element, such as a screw, a nail, or the like.The wall mounting surface is designed to be attached to the wall, particularly the bare wall. However, it is also conceivable that the mounting surface is designed to be attached to a wall already covered with a wall covering, such as one or more tiles, by means of a fastening element, such as a screw, a nail, or the like. In particular, the wall mounting element includes at least one recess for receiving the tile adhesive and / or the fastening element. Preferably, the wall mounting element includes at least one mounting surface for contact with a wall covering, in particular a tile. Preferably, the wall covering, in particular the tile, can be fixed to the mounting surface by means of tile adhesive.The wall covering contact surface is preferably arranged on a side of the wall mounting element facing away from the wall contact surface, particularly on a side of the wall mounting element facing the storage element. The wall mounting element preferably extends from the wall covering contact surface to the wall contact surface. The wall mounting element preferably extends in a plane that is at least substantially perpendicular to a principal extension plane of the base body element. In a state of the storage element arranged on the base body element, the principal extension plane of the base body element preferably runs at least substantially parallel to the storage surface of the storage element. "Provided for" is understood to mean, in particular, specifically programmed, designed, and / or equipped.
[0013] The phrase "an object is intended for a specific function" means, in particular, that the object fulfills and / or performs this specific function in at least one application and / or operating state. Preferably, the fastening unit comprises at least two wall mounting elements. These at least two wall mounting elements preferably have a design that is at least substantially analogous. However, it is also conceivable that the fastening unit has a different number of wall mounting elements than two. Preferably, the wall mounting element(s) and the base body element are formed as a single unit.
[0014] The fastening unit includes an edge rib. The edge rib preferably extends in a plane that is at least substantially perpendicular to the main extension plane of the base body element. The edge rib is designed to cover at least one side of the storage element to at least more than 30%, preferably more than 60%, particularly preferably more than 90%, and most preferably completely, especially when the storage element is mounted on the fastening unit. The edge rib is preferably formed integrally with the wall fastening element(s) and the base body element.
[0015] The inspection element is preferably mounted translationally and / or pivotably on the base body element and / or the storage element. Preferably, the inspection unit comprises an axis of movement about and / or along which the inspection element is movably mounted relative to the base body element and / or the storage element. Preferably, the axis of movement of the inspection unit runs at least substantially parallel to the storage surface of the storage element and / or to the main extension plane of the base body element. However, it is also conceivable that the axis of movement runs along another surface and / or plane of the storage element and / or the base body element that would appear appropriate to a person skilled in the art.
[0016] The access panel is designed to close the receiving recess. The access panel is configured as an access flap, access cover, access panel cover, or the like. Preferably, the access panel includes at least one fixing element, in particular a movable one, to secure the access panel against movement relative to the storage element and / or the base element. The fixing element is preferably designed as a closure. The fixing element can be configured as a movable rotary lever, a toggle joint closure, a screw, a snap lock, or any other closure that would appear suitable to a person skilled in the art.The revision element can be arranged on a side of the storage element facing away from the base body element, on a side of the base body element facing away from the storage element, on a side perpendicular to the storage surface of the storage element and / or to the main extension plane of the base body element, or on another side of the storage element and / or the base body element that would appear sensible to a person skilled in the art.
[0017] The design of the storage device according to the invention advantageously provides convenient access to the electronic unit, particularly for maintenance and / or repair. A recess in which the electronic unit is located can be securely closed. A high level of user comfort can be advantageously achieved. It is advantageously possible to mount the electronic unit and the storage device on a wall, particularly a room wall, at least substantially simultaneously. Assembly costs and / or assembly time can be advantageously saved, especially compared to separate mounting of a storage device and an electronic unit attached to it. It is advantageously possible to enable a structurally sound and simple integration of the electronic unit into the storage device.Indirect lighting can be easily implemented, especially in a bathroom. Similarly, an entertainment electronics unit can be easily and securely mounted on a shelf.
[0018] Furthermore, it is proposed that the storage device comprises at least one sealing unit designed to seal the access panel against the base element and / or the storage element, particularly with a protection class greater than IP51 according to DIN EN 60529, preferably greater than IP61 according to DIN EN 60529, and most preferably greater than IP65 according to DIN EN 60529. Most preferably, the sealing unit is designed to seal the access panel against the base element and / or the storage element with a protection class of IP68 according to DIN EN 60529. The sealing unit comprises at least one sealing element arranged on the base element and / or the storage element. The sealing element is preferably arranged between the access panel and the base element and / or the storage element. The sealing element can be designed as a paper seal, a rubber seal, a plastic seal, or the like.Preferably, the sealing element surrounds the receiving recess at least partially, and in particular completely. Preferably, the sealing element rests against the base element and / or the storage element with at least one sealing surface. Preferably, the sealing element rests against the access panel with at least one further sealing surface, particularly when the access panel is closed. The design according to the invention advantageously provides reliable protection for the electronic unit. It advantageously provides reliable protection, in particular against the ingress of dust and / or moisture into the receiving recess. It also advantageously achieves a high level of user comfort, especially since the storage device can be conveniently and safely arranged in a bathroom, particularly a wet room.
[0019] Furthermore, it is proposed that the storage device include at least one communication unit, in particular a wireless one, designed to exchange electronic data with an external unit. This data can be processed by the electronic unit and / or used for controlling and / or regulating the electronic unit. The communication unit can be configured as a Bluetooth unit, an NFC unit, an infrared unit, a radio unit (in particular a WLAN unit), and / or another communication unit, in particular a wireless one, that would be considered appropriate by a person skilled in the art. It is also conceivable that the communication unit could alternatively or additionally be configured as a wired communication unit.The external unit can be configured as a remote control, in particular for controlling and / or regulating the electronic unit, such as controlling and / or regulating the color of the electronic unit configured as a lighting unit, controlling and / or regulating the brightness of the electronic unit configured as a lighting unit, controlling and / or regulating the volume of the electronic unit configured as a consumer electronics unit, controlling the intensity of a display of the electronic unit configured as a consumer electronics unit, controlling and / or regulating the temperature of the electronic unit configured as a thermostat unit, or the like. It is also conceivable that the external unit could be configured as a mobile computing and / or communication device, in particular as a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or the like.The electronic unit is designed to exchange electronic data with the communication unit, data that can be processed by the electronic unit and / or used for controlling and / or regulating the electronic unit. The design according to the invention advantageously enables convenient transmission of electronic data for processing by the electronic unit and / or for controlling and / or regulating the electronic unit. A high level of user-friendliness can therefore be advantageously achieved.
[0020] Furthermore, it is proposed that the electronic unit comprises at least one input and / or output element, in particular an acoustic and / or optical one, arranged on the base element and / or the storage element, wherein the input and / or output element is controllable and / or adjustable depending on electronic data transmitted by means of the communication unit. The input and / or output element can be configured as a loudspeaker, a display, a touch display, or the like. Preferably, in the case of a display configuration, the input and / or output element is at least partially integrated into the storage element, in particular as an OLED film display or the like. Preferably, in the case of a display configuration, the input and / or output element forms at least part of the storage surface of the storage element. However, it is also conceivable that the input and / or output element is at least partially integrated into the mounting unit.The design according to the invention advantageously enables the transmission of entertainment and / or information to a user; in particular, when the storage device is arranged in a wet room, an advantageous entertainment and / or information option for the user can be realized. A high level of user comfort can advantageously be achieved.
[0021] Furthermore, it is proposed that the electronic unit comprises at least one input and / or output element, in particular an acoustic and / or optical one, which is movably mounted on the base element and / or the storage element. The input and / or output element is preferably, particularly in a display configuration, movably mounted, in particular translationally and / or pivotably, on the base element and / or the storage element. Preferably, in a display configuration, the input and / or output element is mounted translationally and / or pivotably along and / or about an axis of movement of the storage element, which runs at least substantially parallel to the storage surface of the storage element and / or to the main extension plane of the base element.The input and / or output element can be arranged on a side of the storage element facing away from the base element, on a side of the base element facing away from the storage element, on a side transverse to the storage surface of the storage element and / or to the main extension plane of the base element, or on any other side of the storage element and / or the base element that would appear advantageous to a person skilled in the art, and in particular, it can be movably mounted. The design according to the invention advantageously allows for a compact design of the storage device. Preferably, the position of the input and / or output element relative to the storage element and / or the base element is continuously adjustable. It is advantageous to be able to move the input and / or output element to a position that is most convenient for the user. A high level of user comfort can therefore be advantageously achieved.
[0022] Furthermore, it is proposed that the storage device comprises at least one energy conversion unit, in particular an energy harvesting unit, designed to convert mechanical and / or thermal energy into electrical energy for operating the electronic unit. Preferably, the energy conversion unit is designed to convert kinetic energy and / or radiant energy, such as light radiation, into electrical energy. Preferably, the energy conversion unit comprises at least one piezoelectric element, in particular a piezoelectric array, and / or a solar cell.Preferably, the energy conversion unit is designed to convert mechanical and / or thermal energy from water droplets, water jets, and / or light radiation striking the unit, particularly when the storage device is located in a wet area such as a shower cubicle, into electrical energy for operating the electronic unit. Preferably, the energy conversion unit is electrically connected to an energy storage unit, particularly a battery, within the storage device. The design according to the invention advantageously enables environmentally friendly operation of the electronic unit and provides a high level of user comfort.
[0023] Furthermore, it is proposed that the electronic unit have at least one control element, in particular a touch-sensitive one, arranged on the base element and / or the storage element for inputting operating commands. The control element can be at least partially integrated with the input and / or output element, especially if the input and / or output element is configured as a touch-sensitive display. However, it is also conceivable that the control element is designed separately from the input and / or output element. For example, it is conceivable that the control element is arranged on the revision element, particularly as a touch-sensitive control element, such as a touch sensor or the like.The control element is preferably designed for inputting an operating command to control and / or regulate the electronic unit, such as selecting a color for the electronic unit designed as a lighting unit, adjusting the brightness of the electronic unit designed as a lighting unit, adjusting the volume of the electronic unit designed as an entertainment electronics unit, selecting a program, in particular a radio and / or television station, for the electronic unit designed as an entertainment electronics unit, or the like. The electronic unit can have a plurality of operating elements, in particular touch-sensitive ones, which are designed for inputting an operating command and are arranged on the base element and / or on the storage element. The design according to the invention advantageously enables convenient operation of the electronic unit.A high level of user comfort can be achieved to the advantage.
[0024] Furthermore, it is proposed that the electronic unit has at least one, in particular wired, power and / or communication interface for the transmission of electrical energy and / or electronic data. The power and / or communication interface, in particular wired, can be configured, for example, as a USB interface or the like, enabling a connection to a mobile storage and / or communication device, in particular a smartphone, tablet, laptop, USB stick, or the like. Preferably, the sealing unit comprises at least one closure element designed to seal the power and / or communication interface. The design according to the invention advantageously enables convenient data exchange for the operation of the electronic unit. A high level of user comfort can be advantageously achieved.
[0025] Furthermore, it is proposed that the electronic unit comprises at least one induction unit designed for the inductive transmission of electrical energy. The induction unit is preferably arranged on the storage element, particularly in the vicinity of the storage surface of the storage element, and / or on the base element. The induction unit preferably comprises at least one induction coil element designed for the wireless transmission of electrical energy. The design according to the invention advantageously enables convenient charging of a mobile, battery-operated device and / or heating of an external unit, such as a coffee cup, a baby bottle, a food intake unit, or the like. A high level of user comfort can be advantageously achieved.
[0026] Furthermore, it is proposed that the electronic unit comprises at least one projection unit designed to project information onto an object spaced apart from the projection unit, in particular a wall or a water jet. The projection unit is preferably arranged on the storage element and / or the base body element. Preferably, at least one output lens element of the projection unit is arranged in an outer surface of the storage element and / or the base body element, in particular to enable the emission of a projection beam, especially a light and / or laser beam. Using the embodiment according to the invention, it is advantageous to project information, such as a time, a video, an image, or the like, onto a wall and / or a water jet.A high level of user comfort can be advantageously achieved, particularly through a comfortable and easily visible output of information via the projection unit.
[0027] Furthermore, it is proposed that the electronic unit include at least one thermostatic element for regulating the temperature of a water jet and / or room temperature, particularly through wireless transmission of electronic data to an external heating device. However, it is also conceivable that the electronic unit is connected to the heating device via a cable, particularly for regulating the temperature of a water jet and / or room temperature using the thermostatic element. Preferably, a desired temperature can be entered by a user via the control element of the electronic unit. It is also conceivable that the electronic unit includes a voice input element designed as a microphone for entering operating commands, particularly for implementing voice control of the electronic unit, especially of a function of the thermostatic element.The design according to the invention advantageously enables convenient temperature control, in particular of room and / or water temperature. A high level of user comfort can be advantageously achieved, especially through convenient and easy-to-use temperature control.
[0028] Furthermore, it is proposed that the storage device comprises at least one energy storage unit, in particular at least one accumulator, for storing electrical energy to supply the electronic unit. The energy storage unit is preferably arranged on the storage element and / or on the base element. Preferably, the energy storage unit is at least partially integrated into the storage element and / or the base element, and in particular, is replaceable. However, it is also conceivable that the energy storage unit is arranged in the receiving recess and on a circuit board of the electronic unit. Using the design according to the invention, wireless operation of the electronic unit can advantageously be achieved. It is advantageous to implement an arrangement of the storage device in a wet room, in particular in a shower cubicle, that is independent of a power line.A high level of user comfort can be achieved to the advantage.
[0029] The storage device according to the invention is not intended to be limited to the application and embodiment described above. In particular, the storage device according to the invention may, to fulfill a function described herein, have a different number of individual elements, components, and units than the number specified herein. Furthermore, values within the specified limits of the value ranges stated in this disclosure are also considered disclosed and freely usable. Drawings
[0030] Further advantages become apparent from the following description of the drawings. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the invention. The drawings, the description, and the claims contain numerous features in combination. A person skilled in the art will expediently consider the features individually and combine them into meaningful further combinations.
[0031] They show: Fig. 1 a storage device according to the invention with a revision element of a revision unit of the storage device according to the invention arranged on a storage element of the storage device according to the invention in a schematic representation, Fig. 2 the storage device according to the invention with the revision element in an open state in a schematic representation, Fig. 3 an alternative storage device according to the invention with a revision element of a revision unit of the storage device according to the invention arranged on a base body element of a fastening unit of the storage device according to the invention in a schematic representation and Fig.4. A further alternative storage device according to the invention, comprising an input and / or output element of an electronic unit of the storage device according to the invention, movably mounted on a storage element and / or on a fastening unit of the storage device according to the invention, in a schematic representation. Description of the exemplary implementations
[0032] Figure 1Figure 1 shows a storage device 10a, in particular a bathroom and / or shower storage device. The storage device 10a is preferably designed to be arranged on a wall (not shown in detail here), in particular a tiled wall. However, it is also conceivable that the storage device 10a is designed to be arranged on a furniture wall or the like. Preferably, the storage device 10a is designed to be arranged on the wall, in particular under a wall covering such as tiles, in a manner already known to those skilled in the art from DE 10 2012 015 574 A1. The storage device 10a preferably comprises at least one fastening unit 14a for arrangement on the wall. The fastening unit 14a preferably comprises at least one wall fastening element 44a, 46a for fastening the fastening unit 14a to the wall, in particular the tiled wall.The wall mounting element 44a, 46a preferably comprises at least one wall contact surface 48a, 50a, by means of which the wall mounting element 44a, 46a can be positioned on the wall, in particular on a bare wall, which is preferably untiled. The wall contact surface 48a, 50a is preferably designed to be attached to the wall, in particular to the bare wall, by means of tile adhesive and / or a fastening element, such as a screw, a nail, or the like. Preferably, the wall mounting element 44a, 46a comprises at least one wall covering contact surface 52a, 54a for attachment to a wall covering (not shown in detail here), in particular a tile. Preferably, the wall covering, in particular the tile, can be fixed to the wall covering contact surface 52a, 54a by means of tile adhesive. The wall covering surface 52a, 54a is preferably located on one side of the wall fastening element 44a, 46a facing away from the wall covering surface 48a, 50a.In a state where the storage device 10a is arranged on the wall by means of the fastening unit 14a, the wall fastening element 44a, 46a is preferably arranged between the wall covering and the bare wall, particularly in a direction extending at least substantially perpendicular to a principal extension plane of the wall fastening element 44a, 46a. In the Figure 1 and 2 In the illustrated embodiment of the storage device 10a, the fastening unit 14a has at least two wall fastening elements 44a, 46a. However, it is also conceivable that the fastening unit 14a has a different number of wall fastening elements 44a, 46a than two. In the embodiment shown in the Figure 1 and 2In the illustrated embodiment of the storage device 10a, the storage device 10a and / or the fastening unit 14a have a polygonal basic shape. Preferably, the storage device 10a and / or the fastening unit 14a have a polygonal shape as shown in the Figure 1 and 2 The illustrated embodiment of the storage device 10a has a triangular base shape. The wall mounting elements 44a, 46a are arranged on legs of the triangular base shape of the storage device 10a and / or the mounting unit 14a. The main plane of extension of the wall mounting elements 44a, 46a is at least substantially perpendicular to a base surface of the storage device 10a and / or the mounting unit 14a.
[0033] The storage device 10a comprises at least one storage element 12a and at least one fastening unit 14a for fastening the storage element 12a to the wall, in particular to the tiled wall. The storage element 12a is arranged on a base body element 20a of the fastening unit 14a, and in particular fixed to it. The wall fastening elements 44a, 46a, the base body element 20a, and at least one edge rib 56a preferably together form a receptacle for the storage element 12a. The edge rib 56a and / or the wall fastening elements 44a, 46a preferably extend at least substantially perpendicular to a storage surface 58a of the storage element 12a. The wall fastening elements 44a, 46a, the base body element 20a, and the edge rib 56a are formed integrally with one another.
[0034] The storage device 10a comprises at least one electronic unit 16a, in particular a lighting unit and / or an entertainment electronics unit, arranged at least partially on the storage element 12a. Preferably, the electronic unit 16a is integrated at least partially, and in particular at least to a large extent, into the storage device 10a, and especially into the storage element 12a.
[0035] The storage element 12a and / or the base body element 20a of the fastening unit 14a includes at least one receiving recess 60a for at least partial reception of the electronic unit 16a (see Figure 2Preferably, the electronic unit 16a is arranged at least to a large extent in the receiving recess 60a. Preferably, the electronic unit 16a is configured as a lighting unit and / or as an entertainment electronics unit. The electronic unit 16a can be configured as an LED unit, a loudspeaker unit, a display unit, an inductive charging unit, an electronic control unit, a projection unit, a sensor unit, an energy conversion unit, a camera unit, a microphone unit, and / or as another electronic unit that would appear useful to a person skilled in the art. Preferably, the electronic unit 16a, particularly in an embodiment of the electronic unit 16a as a lighting unit, comprises at least one lighting element 62a, in particular at least one LED, which is arranged on the storage element 12a and / or on the mounting unit 14a.Preferably, the lighting element 62a is arranged at least partially, and in particular completely, in the receiving recess 60a. Particularly preferably, the electronic unit 16a, especially in an embodiment of the electronic unit 16a as a lighting unit, comprises a plurality of lighting elements 62a, in particular LEDs, which are arranged on the storage element 12a and / or on the mounting unit 14a, and in particular in the receiving recess 60a.
[0036] The storage device 10a comprises at least one inspection unit 18a, which has at least one inspection element 22a arranged on the base body element 20a of the fastening unit 14a and / or on the storage element 12a (see Figure 1 and 2 ), wherein this revision element is removable and / or movably mounted. In the Figure 1 and 2In the illustrated embodiment of the storage device 10a, the inspection element 22a is movably, in particular pivotably, mounted on the storage element 12a and / or on the fastening unit 14a, in particular on the edge web 56a. The inspection element 22a is preferably designed as an inspection hatch. Figure 1 The revision element 22a is shown in a closed state. Figure 2The inspection element 22a is shown in an open state. An axis of movement 64a, in particular a pivot axis, of the inspection element 22a preferably runs at least substantially parallel to the storage surface 58a. However, it is also conceivable that the axis of movement 64a of the inspection element 22a runs along another direction that would appear sensible to a person skilled in the art. Preferably, the inspection element 22a is arranged on the storage surface 58a. In particular, the inspection element 22a forms part of the storage surface 58a. The inspection element 22a is preferably arranged on the storage element 12a on a side of the storage element 12a facing away from the base body element 20a, particularly when the inspection element 22a is closed.Preferably, the revision unit 18a comprises at least one fixing element 70a, in particular a movable fixing element, for securing the revision element 22a against movement relative to the storage element 12a and / or the base body element 20a. The fixing element 70a is preferably designed as a fastener. The fixing element 70a can be designed as a movable rotary lever, a toggle joint fastener, a screw, a snap fastener, or any other fastener that would appear suitable to a person skilled in the art.
[0037] The storage device 10a comprises at least one sealing unit 24a, which is designed to arrange the inspection element 22a in a sealing manner on the base body element 20a and / or on the storage element 12a, in particular according to a protection class greater than IP51 according to DIN EN 60529 (see Figure 2The sealing unit 24a comprises at least one sealing element 66a, 68a arranged on the base body element 20a and / or on the storage element 12a. The sealing element 66a, 68a is preferably arranged between the access element 22a and the base body element 20a and / or the storage element 12a. Preferably, the sealing element 66a, 68a surrounds the receiving recess 60a at least partially, and in particular completely. Preferably, the sealing element 66a, 68a bears against the base body element 20a and / or the storage element 12a with at least one sealing surface. Preferably, the sealing element 66a, 68a bears against the access element 22a with at least one further sealing surface, particularly when the access element 22a is closed. Preferably, the sealing unit 24a comprises at least two sealing elements 66a, 68a. At least one of the sealing elements 66a, 68a is preferably arranged on the base body element 20a and / or the storage element 12a.One of the sealing elements 66a, 68a is preferably arranged on the inspection element 22a. However, it is also conceivable that the sealing unit 24a has a different number of sealing elements 66a, 68a than two.
[0038] The storage device 10a comprises at least one communication unit 26a, in particular a wireless one, which is designed to exchange electronic data with an external unit (not shown in detail here) that can be processed by the electronic unit 16a and / or is intended for controlling and / or regulating the electronic unit 16a. The communication unit 26a can be configured as a Bluetooth unit, an NFC unit, an infrared unit, a radio unit, in particular a WLAN unit, and / or as another communication unit, in particular a wireless one, that would appear useful to a person skilled in the art.The external unit can be configured as a remote control, in particular for controlling and / or regulating the electronic unit 16a, such as controlling and / or regulating a color of the electronic unit 16a designed as a lighting unit, controlling and / or regulating a brightness of the electronic unit 16a designed as a lighting unit, controlling and / or regulating a volume of the electronic unit 16a designed as a consumer electronics unit, controlling the intensity of a display of the electronic unit 16a designed as a consumer electronics unit, controlling and / or regulating a temperature of the electronic unit 16a designed as a thermostat unit, or the like.
[0039] The electronic unit 16a has at least one, in particular wired, power and / or communication interface 34a for the transmission of electrical energy and / or electronic data. The power and / or communication interface 34a is preferably configured as a USB interface. However, it is also conceivable that the power and / or communication interface 34a has a different configuration that would appear useful to a person skilled in the art. The power and / or communication interface 34a is preferably arranged at least partially on an outer surface, particularly accessible when the storage device 10a is mounted on a wall, such as in the area of the edge rib 56a, on the storage surface 58a, or on a side of the base element 20a facing away from the storage surface 58a.Preferably, the sealing unit 24a comprises at least one sealing element (not shown in detail here) which is designed to seal the energy and / or communication interface 34a.
[0040] Furthermore, the electronic unit 16a preferably comprises at least one input and / or output element 28a, in particular an acoustic and / or optical element, which is arranged on the base element 20a and / or on the storage element 12a, wherein the input and / or output element 28a is controllable and / or adjustable depending on electronic data transmitted by means of the communication unit 26a. The input and / or output element 28a can be configured as a display, in particular as a touch display, and / or as a loudspeaker. In an embodiment of the input and / or output element 28a as a display, the input and / or output element 28a is preferably at least partially integrated into the storage element 12a. In particular, the input and / or output element 28a forms at least part of the storage surface 58a of the storage element 12a.However, it is also conceivable that the input and / or output element 28a is arranged at a different position on the storage device 10a that would appear sensible to a person skilled in the art, such as on the revision element 22a. If the input and / or output element 28a is arranged on the revision element 22a, it is preferably mounted together with the revision element 22a so as to be movable relative to the storage element 12a and / or to the base body element 20a.
[0041] The electronic unit 16a has at least one control element 32a, in particular touch-sensitive, arranged on the base element 20a and / or on the storage element 12a for inputting operating commands. However, it is also conceivable that, alternatively, the control element 32a, in particular touch-sensitive, is arranged on the revision element 22a, or that an additional control element 72a, in particular touch-sensitive, is arranged on the revision element 22a for inputting operating commands. Preferably, the control element 32a and / or the additional control element 72a is designed as a touch control element. However, it is also conceivable that the control element 32a and / or the additional control element 72a has a different configuration that would appear advantageous to a person skilled in the art. It is also conceivable that the control element 32a and / or the additional control element 72a is formed integrally with the input and / or output element 28a, which is designed as a touch display.
[0042] The storage device 10a comprises at least one energy conversion unit 30a, in particular an energy harvesting unit, which is designed to convert mechanical and / or thermal energy into electrical energy for operating the electronic unit 16a. The energy conversion unit 30a is preferably arranged on the storage element 12a and / or on the base body element 20a. Preferably, the energy conversion unit 30a is arranged on a side of the storage element 12a facing away from the base body element 20a, in particular on the storage surface 58a. The storage device 10a comprises at least one energy storage unit 42a, in particular an accumulator, for storing electrical energy to supply the electronic unit 16a. The energy conversion unit 30a is preferably electrically connected to the energy storage unit 42a.The energy storage unit 42a can be arranged in the base body element 20a or in the storage element 12a, in particular in the receiving recess 60a. It is conceivable that the storage device 10a and / or the electronic unit 16a may, alternatively or additionally to the energy storage unit 42a, have a power supply line 74a, which is provided for connection to a power grid, in particular for supplying at least the electronic unit 16a with electrical energy.
[0043] The electronic unit 16a comprises at least one induction unit 36a, which is designed for the inductive transmission of electrical energy. The induction unit 36a is preferably arranged on the storage element 12a, particularly in the vicinity of the storage surface 58a of the storage element 12a, and / or on the base body element 20a. The induction unit 36a preferably comprises at least one induction coil element (not shown in detail here), which is designed for the wireless transmission of electrical energy in a manner already known to those skilled in the art.
[0044] The electronic unit 16a comprises at least one projection unit 38a, which is designed to project information onto an object spaced apart from the projection unit 38a, in particular a wall or a water jet. The projection unit 38a is preferably arranged on the storage element 12a and / or on the base body element 20a. Preferably, at least one output lens element (not shown in detail here) of the projection unit 38a is arranged in an outer surface of the storage element 12a and / or the base body element 20a, in particular to enable the emission of a projection beam, especially a light and / or laser beam.
[0045] The electronic unit 16a comprises at least one thermostatic element 40a for regulating the temperature of a water jet and / or a room temperature, particularly by means of a wireless transmission of electronic data to an external heating device (not shown in detail here). The thermostatic element 40a is preferably connected to the communication unit 26a via data transmission, particularly to enable wireless transmission of electronic data to the external heating device. Preferably, an operator can, for example, enter a desired temperature via the input and / or output element 28a (designed as a touch display), the control element 32a, and / or the additional control element 72a, to which the thermostatic element 40a regulates the temperature of a water jet and / or a room temperature by means of a wireless transmission of electronic data to the external heating device.
[0046] Other functions of the electronic unit 16a and / or arrangements of the electronic unit 16a on the storage element 12a and / or the base body element 20a that would appear useful to a specialist are also conceivable.
[0047] In Figures 3 and 4 Further embodiments of the invention are shown. The following descriptions and drawings are essentially limited to the differences between the embodiments, whereby, with regard to identically designated components, in particular components with the same reference numerals, reference is also generally made to the drawings and / or the description of the other embodiments, in particular the Figure 1 and 2 , can be referenced. To distinguish the embodiments, the letter a is the reference numeral of the embodiment in the Figure 1 and 2 recreated. In the exemplary embodiments of the Figures 3 and 4The letter a is replaced by the letters b and c.
[0048] Figure 3 Figure 10b shows an alternative storage device 10b, which is designed in particular as a bathroom and / or shower storage device. The storage device 10b comprises at least one storage element 12b and at least one fastening unit 14b for fastening the storage element 12b to a wall, in particular a tiled wall. The storage device 10b comprises at least one electronic unit 16b, in particular a lighting unit and / or an entertainment electronics unit, which is at least partially arranged on the storage element 12b. In contrast to the storage device described in Figure 10b, the storage device 10b comprises at least one electronic unit 16b, in particular a lighting unit and / or an entertainment electronics unit, which is arranged at least partially on the storage element 12b. Figure 1 and 2 The storage device 10a described in the Figure 3The storage device 10b shown comprises at least one inspection element 22b of an inspection unit 18b of the storage device 10b, arranged on a base body element 20b of the fastening unit 14b of the storage device 10b. The inspection element 22b is movably, in particular pivotably, mounted on the base body element 20b and / or on an edge web 56b of the fastening unit 14b. The inspection element 22b is preferably designed as an inspection hatch. An axis of movement 64b, in particular a pivot axis, of the inspection element 22b preferably runs at least substantially parallel to a storage surface 58b of the storage element 12b. However, it is also conceivable that the axis of movement 64b of the inspection element 22b runs along another direction that would appear sensible to a person skilled in the art. Preferably, the revision element 22b is arranged on a side of the base body element 20b facing away from the storage surface 58b, on the base body element 20b and / or on the edge web 56b.Additionally, it is conceivable that revision unit 18b has a further revision element (not shown in detail here) which, in particular analogous to the one described in the . Figure 1 and 2 The described revision element 22a is movably, in particular pivotably, mounted on the storage element 12b and / or on the fastening unit 14b, in particular on the edge web 56b. Regarding further features of the Figure 3 The storage device 10b shown may refer to the description of the Figure 1 and 2 Reference is made to those analogous to the Figure 3 to read.
[0049] Figure 4Figure 10 shows a further alternative storage device 10c, which is designed in particular as a bathroom and / or shower storage device. The storage device 10c comprises at least one storage element 12c and at least one fastening unit 14c for fastening the storage element 12c to a wall, in particular a tiled wall. The storage device 10c comprises at least one electronic unit 16c, in particular a lighting unit and / or an entertainment electronics unit, arranged at least partially on the storage element 12c. In contrast to the one described in Figure 10c, the storage device 10c is designed in the following way: Figure 1 and 2 The storage device 10a described in the Figure 4The illustrated storage device 10c comprises an input and / or output element 28c of the electronic unit 16c, which is movably, in particular pivotably, mounted on a base body element 20c of the mounting unit 14c and / or on an edge web 56c of the mounting unit 14c. The movably mounted input and / or output element 28c is preferably designed as a touch display. An axis of movement of the input and / or output element 28c preferably runs at least substantially parallel to a storage surface 58c of the storage element 12c. Preferably, the input and / or output element 28c is movably mounted on the mounting unit 14c on a side of the base body element 20c and / or the edge web 56c facing away from the storage surface 58c of the storage element 12c. Preferably, the input and / or output element 28c can be attached to the base body element 20c in a pivoted state, in particular to the side of the base body element 20c facing away from the storage surface 58c of the storage element 12c.Regarding further characteristics of the in . Figure 4 The storage device 10c shown may refer to the description of the Figure 1 and 2 Reference is made to those analogous to the Figure 4 to read. Reference sign
[0050] 10 Storage device 12 Storage element 14 Mounting unit 16 Electronic unit 18 Inspection unit 20 Base body element 22 Inspection element 24 Sealing unit 26 Communication unit 28 Input and / or output element 30 Energy conversion unit 32 Control element 34 Energy and / or communication interface 36 Induction unit 38 Projection unit 40 Thermostat element 42 Energy storage unit 44 Wall mounting element 46 Wall mounting element 48 Wall mounting surface 50 Wall mounting surface 52 Wall covering mounting surface 54 Wall covering mounting surface 56 Edge 58 Storage surface 60 Recess 62 Lighting element 64 Axis of movement 66 Sealing element 68 Sealing element 70 Fixing element 72 Control element 74 Power supply line
Claims
1. A storage device, in particular a bath- and / or shower storage device, comprising: at least one storage element (12a; 12b; 12c), at least one fastening unit (14a; 14b; 14c) for fastening the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) on a wall, in particular on a tiled wall of a room, wherein the fastening unit (14a; 14b; 14c) comprises at least one main body element (20a; 20b; 20c), on which the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) at least partially abuts, at least one electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c), which is at least partially arranged on the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) and is in particular embodied as an illumination unit and / or an entertainment electronics unit, wherein the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) is at least partially integrated into the storage device, wherein the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) and / or the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) of the fastening unit (14a; 14b; 14c) comprise(s) at least one receptacle recess (60a; 60b) for at least partially accomodating the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c), and comprising at least one inspection unit (18a; 18b; 18c), which comprises at least one inspection element (22a; 22b; 22c) removably or movably supported on the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) of the fastening unit (14a; 14b; 14c) and / or on the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c), the inspection element (22a; 22b; 22c) being configured to close the receptacle recess (60a; 60b) and being formed as an inspection flap, an inspection lid or an inspection cover, wherein the fastening unit (14a; 14b; 14c) comprises a peripheral web (56a; 56b; 56c), which is configured to cover at least one side of the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) at least to an extent of more than 30 %, in particular in a state of the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) arranged on the fastening unit (14a; 14b; 14c), characterized in that the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) comprises at least one contact surface on which the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) abuts in a state of the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) arranged on the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) with a surface of the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c) facing away from the storage surface (58a; 58b; 56c) of the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c), wherein the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) is at least partially integrated in the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c).
2. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized by at least one seal unit (24a; 24b; 24c), which is configured to arrange the inspection element (22a; 22b; 22c) in a sealed manner on the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) and / or on the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c), in particular according to a protection class greater than IP51 according to DIN EN 60529.
3. The storage device according to claim 1 or 2, <b>characterized by at least one, in particular wireless, communication unit (26a; 26b; 26c), which is configured to exchange electronic data with an external unit, which are processable by the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) and / or are configured for control and / or regulation of the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c).
4. The storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) comprises at least one, in particular acoustic or optical, input and / or output element (28a; 28b; 28c), which is arranged on the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) and / or on the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c), wherein the input and / or output element (28a; 28b; 28c) is controllable and / or regulatable in dependence on electronic data transferred by means of the communication unit (26a; 26b; 26c).
5. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) comprises at least one, in particular acoustic and / or optical, input and / or output element (28a; 28b; 28c), which is movably supported on the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) and / or on the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c).
6. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one energy conversion unit (30a; 30b; 30c), in particular an energy harvesting unit, which is configured to convert mechanical energy and / or thermal energy into electrical energy for operation of the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c).
7. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) comprises at least one, in particular touch-sensitive, operating element (32a; 32b; 32c), which is arranged on the main body element (20a; 20b; 20c) and / or on the storage element (12a; 12b; 12c), for inputting operating commands.
8. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) comprises at least one, in particular wired, energy and / or communication interface (34a; 34b; 34c) for transfer of electrical energy and / or electronic data.
9. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) comprises at least one induction unit (36a; 36b; 36c), which is configured to inductively transfer electrical energy.
10. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) comprises at least one projection unit (38a; 38b; 38c), which is configured to project items of information on an object spaced apart from the projection unit (38a; 38b; 38c), in particular a room wall or a water jet.
11. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c) comprises at least one thermostat element (40a; 40b; 40c) for regulating a temperature of a water jet and / or a room temperature, in particular as a result of a wireless transfer of electronic data to an external heating device.
12. The storage device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one energy storage unit (42a; 42b; 42c), in particular an accumulator, for storing electrical energy for supply of the electronics unit (16a; 16b; 16c).