Emergency toilet equipment

JP2026142653APending Publication Date: 2026-09-08TOTO LTD
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JP2025029746
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JP · JP
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2025-02-27
Publication Date
2026-09-08

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【0020】 実施形態の一態様によれば、容易にセットすることができ、且つ、排泄後の処理を簡単に行うことができる災害用トイレ装置を提供することができる。

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Abstract

To provide a disaster relief toilet device that can be easily set up and allows for easy disposal after defecation. [Solution] The disaster relief toilet device is a disaster relief toilet device that can be installed above a toilet bowl and used, and is characterized by comprising: a frame that can be installed above the toilet bowl and has an opening at a position corresponding to the bowl of the toilet bowl; a collection bag built into the frame for containing excrement; a sealing means built into the frame for sealing the collection bag after excrement; an operating unit that instructs the operation of the sealing means; and a control unit that controls the operation of the sealing means in accordance with the instructions of the operating unit.
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[Technical Field]

[0001] The technology disclosed in the present specification relates to a disaster toilet apparatus. [Background Art]

[0002] After occurrence of a disaster such as a large earthquake, water supply and sewerage systems are disrupted, and flush toilets are often unusable. Conventionally, technologies related to simple toilets for use when such a disaster occurs have been provided (see, for example, Patent Document 1). [Prior Art Documents] [Patent Documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. Hei 7-79882 [Summary of the Invention] [Problem to be Solved by the Invention]

[0004] However, the above-described conventional technology has room for improvement. For example, in the above-described conventional technology, a defecation storage bag (e.g., a vinyl bag) is placed on a toilet seat for excretion, but there are problems such as difficulty in setting the defecation storage bag, the defecation storage bag adhering to the human body when standing up after excretion, and it takes time and effort to manually seal the defecation storage bag after excretion.

[0005] An object of the disclosed embodiment is to provide a disaster toilet apparatus that can be easily set and allows easy treatment after excretion. [Means for Solving the Problem]

[0006] A disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment is a disaster relief toilet device that can be installed above a toilet bowl and used, comprising: a frame that can be installed above the toilet bowl and has an opening at a position corresponding to the bowl of the toilet bowl; a collection bag built into the frame for containing excrement; a sealing means built into the frame for sealing the collection bag after excrement; an operating unit for instructing the operation of the sealing means; and a control unit for controlling the operation of the sealing means in accordance with the instructions of the operating unit.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, when this device is attached to a toilet, the top surface of the frame becomes the seat. Since the waste is collected in a collection bag, a regular toilet can be used even in a disaster. Furthermore, the collection bag can be sealed after defecation without manual work.Therefore, according to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, there is no need to manually set the collection bag on the toilet seat or tie the collection bag by hand after defecation, as in the conventional technology, thus enabling easy installation and reliable post-disposal.In addition, in the disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment, since the collection bag is built into the frame, the collection bag does not come into contact with the human body, and it can be used hygienically.In this way, the disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment can be easily set up and post-disposal can be easily carried out.

[0008] In a disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment, the upper end is attached to the frame, and a case with a bottom plate extends downward from the frame, the case is capable of accommodating the collection bag inside.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, the collection bag is covered by a case, so the collection bag does not come into contact with the toilet bowl. Furthermore, according to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, the sealed collection bag falls into the case and does not fall into the toilet bowl. Therefore, the disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment can be used hygienically by the user.

[0010] In a disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment, the mounting part is provided on the toilet lid or toilet seat attached to the toilet bowl, to which the frame can be attached.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, if a frame is attached to the toilet lid or seat, the frame will not easily shift when sitting down or getting up. Therefore, the disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment can be used stably by the user.

[0012] In a disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment, the sealing means includes a laminator that heat-seals the collection bag to seal it.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, the collection bag is sealed to a predetermined width by heat sealing, making it difficult for the seal to be broken.

[0014] In a disaster relief toilet device according to one embodiment, a waste treatment agent supply unit is provided that supplies a coagulant and / or deodorizer to the inside of the collection bag.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, both a coagulant and a deodorant, or either a coagulant or a deodorant, are supplied to the stool after defecation, making it possible to dispose of it as general waste.

[0016] In one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, a disinfectant supply unit is provided to supply a disinfectant to the inside of the collection bag.

[0017] According to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, a disinfectant is supplied to the stool after defecation, thereby suppressing the growth of bacteria in the collection bag.

[0018] In one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, a battery is provided to supply power to the disaster relief toilet device.

[0019] According to one embodiment of the disaster relief toilet device, since it is battery-powered, it can be used even during a power outage. Effects of the Invention

[0020] According to one aspect of the embodiment, a disaster toilet device that can be easily set up and allows easy post-defecation processing can be provided. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0021] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a plan view of a disaster toilet device 10 according to an embodiment. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram showing the internal configuration of a frame body 11 according to an embodiment. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a diagram showing the structure of a collection bag 19 according to an embodiment. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the disaster toilet device 10 according to an embodiment. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a block diagram showing the main configuration of the disaster toilet device 10 according to an embodiment. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a diagram showing the configuration of a coagulant / deodorant supply unit 13 and a disinfectant supply unit 14. [Figure 7] Figure 7 is a diagram showing an installation example of the disaster toilet device 10 according to an embodiment. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a diagram showing a usage example of the disaster toilet device 10 according to an embodiment. [Figure 9] Figure 9 is a diagram showing an operation example of a sealing portion 20 according to an embodiment. [Figure 10] Figure 10 is a diagram showing an example of installation and use of the disaster toilet device 10 according to an embodiment. Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0022] Hereinafter, embodiments of the disaster toilet device disclosed in the present application will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described below.

[0023] <1. Embodiment> The disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment will be described below. In each drawing, the same reference numerals are used for similar components, and detailed descriptions are omitted as appropriate.

[0024] First, the structure of the disaster relief toilet device 10 will be explained using Figures 1 to 6. Figure 1 is a plan view of the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to the embodiment. Figure 2 is a schematic diagram showing the internal configuration of the frame 11 according to the embodiment. Figure 3 is a diagram showing the structure of the collection bag 19 according to the embodiment. Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to the embodiment. Figure 5 is a block diagram showing the main components of the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to the embodiment. Figure 6 is a diagram showing the configuration of the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the disinfectant supply unit 14.

[0025] Figure 1 is a plan view of the disaster relief toilet device 10 as seen from above. In this embodiment, "above" is the same as, for example, the upward direction in Figure 7, which will be described later. As shown in Figure 1, the disaster relief toilet device 10 comprises a frame 11, a case 12, a coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13, a disinfectant supply unit 14, a coagulant / deodorizer operation unit 15, a disinfectant operation unit 16, a sealing operation unit 17, a mounting unit 18, and a collection bag 19.

[0026] In the example shown in Figure 1, the top surface (seat surface) of the frame 11 is shown. The frame 11 is the toilet seat in the disaster relief toilet device 10 and has an opening at a position corresponding to the toilet bowl. For example, when the frame 11 is installed above the toilet, it has an opening at a position that overlaps with the toilet bowl. Also, for example, the frame 11 has an opening at a position corresponding to the genital area of ​​a person sitting on the frame 11 (for example, the urethra or anus). Also, for example, the frame 11 has an opening at a position corresponding to the opening of the collection bag 19 built into the frame 11. Also, for example, the frame 11 has an opening that corresponds to the size of the opening of the collection bag 19 (for example, an opening smaller than the opening of the collection bag 19).

[0027] Furthermore, the frame 11 has a coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and a disinfectant supply unit 14 on its upper surface. In addition, as shown in Figure 2, the frame 11 incorporates a collection bag 19 and a sealing unit 20. Figure 2 shows an overview of the internal structure of the frame 11.

[0028] As shown in Figure 3(a), the collection bag 19 is, for example, a vinyl bag with a bottom and long vertically (for example, 5 meters, 10 meters). The collection bag 19 also has holding parts P1 to P4 at its upper end. As shown in Figure 3(b), the collection bag 19 is held inside the frame 11 in a folded state using the holding parts P1 to P4. For example, the holding parts P1 to P4 have holes as shown in Figure 3, and are held inside the frame 11 using a predetermined structure (for example, a hook) inside the frame 11. As will be described later, when the collection bag 19 is used up or consumed, it may be possible to replace it with a new collection bag 19, or to replenish new collection bags 19.

[0029] A case 12 is attached to the opening of the frame 11. The case 12 is expandable and expandable and has a bottom plate. For example, the case 12 is expandable by having a bellows structure. As shown in Figure 4, the upper end of the case 12 is attached to the lower surface of the frame 11. The case 12 then extends by utilizing the force acting in the direction of gravity. In the example shown in Figure 4, the case 12 is shown in an extended state. Figure 4 also shows an overview of the inside of the case 12 and the collection bag 19 that unfolds inside the case 12.

[0030] In other words, the upper surface of the frame 11 is a seating surface, and the case 12 is attached to the lower surface of the frame 11. The case 12 may have a structure at its upper end for attaching to the frame 11, such as a hook or button. The case 12 may be detachably attached to the frame 11 via such a structure.

[0031] Furthermore, the case 12 may be a sliding type and detachably attached to the frame 11. For example, the frame 11 may have a sliding rail on its lower surface, and the case 12 may be detachably attached to the frame 11 by sliding the case 12 along the sliding rail.

[0032] Furthermore, the case 12 may be fixed to the frame 11. In such a case, the case 12 may have a structure on its bottom or sides that allows it to be opened and closed from the outside (for example, a door or a lid).

[0033] In other words, case 12 may be attached to the frame 11 in any manner as long as the contents of case 12 can be removed.

[0034] The collection bag 19 unfolds to cover the inside of the case 12 and receives (contains) the excrement excreted by the user of the disaster relief toilet device 10. In other words, the collection bag 19 corresponds to the bowl of a toilet.

[0035] The sealing unit 20 seals the collection bag 19 containing the excrement after the user of the disaster relief toilet device 10 has defecated. For example, the sealing unit 20 is a sealing means equipped with a laminator, and seals the collection bag 19 containing the excrement by heat-sealing it.

[0036] Furthermore, the sealing means by the sealing portion 20 is not limited to heat sealing; any other means may be used.

[0037] The coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 supplies (sprays) a coagulant to solidify the excrement and / or a deodorizer to deodorize the excrement into the case 12 (collection bag 19). For example, the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 has a built-in nozzle N1 that can extend into the case 12. The coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 is driven based on a command from the control unit 30, which will be described later, and supplies the coagulant and / or deodorizer from the nozzle N1.

[0038] The disinfectant supply unit 14 supplies (sprays) a disinfectant to sterilize the excrement into the inside of the case 12 (collection bag 19). For example, the disinfectant supply unit 14 has a built-in nozzle N2 that can extend into the inside of the case 12. The disinfectant supply unit 14 is driven based on a command from the control unit 30, which will be described later, and supplies the disinfectant from the nozzle N2.

[0039] In this embodiment, the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the disinfectant supply unit 14 are shown to be installed on the upper surface of the frame 11. However, they may be installed at any position as long as it is possible to supply the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant into the collection bag 19. For example, the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the disinfectant supply unit 14 may be installed on the lower surface of the frame 11. In such a case, the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the disinfectant supply unit 14 may supply (inject) the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant from an inlet or the like without using a nozzle.

[0040] The coagulant / deodorizer control unit 15 is a control unit (e.g., a button) for the user of the disaster relief toilet device 10 to operate the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13. The disinfectant control unit 16 is a control unit (e.g., a button) for the user of the disaster relief toilet device 10 to operate the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13. The sealing control unit 17 is a control unit (e.g., a button) for the user of the disaster relief toilet device 10 to operate the sealing unit 20, which will be described later.

[0041] The mounting portion 18 is the part for attaching the frame 11 to a toilet device (for example, a toilet bowl). For example, the mounting portion 18 is the part for attaching the frame 11 to the toilet lid or toilet seat attached to the toilet bowl. To give one example, the mounting portion 18 is a rubber band.

[0042] As shown in Figure 5, the disaster relief toilet device 10 is equipped with a solidifying agent / deodorizer supply unit 13, a solidifying agent / deodorizer supply nozzle drive unit 131, a disinfectant supply unit 14, a disinfectant supply nozzle drive unit 141, a solidifying agent / deodorizer operation unit 15, a disinfectant operation unit 16, a sealing operation unit 17, a sealing unit 20, a control unit 30, and a battery 40.

[0043] When the operating unit 15 for the coagulant / deodorizer is pressed by the user of the disaster relief toilet device 10, it transmits a signal to the control unit 30 indicating that the operating unit 15 for the coagulant / deodorizer has been pressed. The control unit 30 then transmits control signals to the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the coagulant / deodorizer supply nozzle drive unit 131, thereby controlling the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the coagulant / deodorizer supply nozzle drive unit 131. For example, the nozzle N1, under control from the coagulant / deodorizer supply nozzle drive unit 131, moves forward into the case 12 or retracts from the case 12. The nozzle N1 also, under control from the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13, sprays the coagulant and / or deodorizer into the case 12.

[0044] When the disinfectant operation unit 16 is pressed by the user of the disaster relief toilet device 10, it transmits a signal to the control unit 30 indicating that the disinfectant operation unit 16 has been pressed. The control unit 30 then transmits control signals to the disinfectant supply unit 14 and the disinfectant supply nozzle drive unit 141, thereby controlling the disinfectant supply unit 14 and the disinfectant supply nozzle drive unit 141. For example, the nozzle N2 receives control from the disinfectant supply nozzle drive unit 141 and moves forward or backward from inside the case 12. The nozzle N2 also receives control from the disinfectant supply unit 14 and sprays disinfectant inside the case 12.

[0045] When the sealing operation unit 17 is pressed by the user of the emergency toilet device 10, it transmits a signal to the control unit 30 indicating that the sealing operation unit 17 has been pressed. The control unit 30 then transmits a control signal to the sealing unit 20 to control the operation of the sealing unit 20.

[0046] The battery 40 supplies power to the disaster relief toilet device 10 to drive components such as the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13, the coagulant / deodorizer supply nozzle drive unit 131, the disinfectant supply unit 14, the disinfectant supply nozzle drive unit 141, and the sealing unit 20. For example, the battery 40 may be a dry cell battery or a rechargeable battery.

[0047] Furthermore, if an external power source is available, the disaster relief toilet device 10 may use that power source to drive the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13, the coagulant / deodorizer supply nozzle drive unit 131, the disinfectant supply unit 14, the disinfectant supply nozzle drive unit 141, the sealing unit 20, etc., without using the battery 40.

[0048] The solidifying agent / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the disinfectant supply unit 14 may be implemented with the structure shown in Figure 6. For example, the solidifying agent / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the disinfectant supply unit 14 consist of a box C containing a liquid L such as a solidifying agent / deodorizer or disinfectant, an extrusion plate B and a spring S for pushing out the liquid L, an openable and closable electromagnetic valve V, a nozzle N, and a motor M for driving the nozzle. For example, the control unit 30 opens the electromagnetic valve V, and the force of the spring S returning from its compressed state powers the extrusion plate B to push out the liquid L, causing the liquid L to flow from the box C into the nozzle N, and the liquid L to be sprayed inside the case 12.

[0049] Furthermore, if the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant supplied by the coagulant / deodorizer supply unit 13 and the disinfectant supply unit 14 are exhausted or consumed, the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant may be replenished.

[0050] Next, examples of installation and use of the disaster relief toilet device 10 will be described using Figures 7 and 8. Figure 7 is a diagram showing an example of installation of the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to an embodiment. Figure 8 is a diagram showing an example of use of the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to an embodiment.

[0051] In the following, we will show an example of installing and using the disaster relief toilet device 10 on a toilet device 1 which is a toilet bowl. As shown in Figures 7 and 8, the toilet device 1 comprises a toilet bowl 2, a toilet seat 3, and a toilet lid 4. The toilet bowl 2 is the part that receives the user's excrement. The toilet seat 3 is formed in an annular shape with an opening in the center and is positioned along the upper end (rim) of the toilet bowl 2, overlapping the opening of the toilet bowl 2. The toilet seat 3 functions as a seating area on which the user sits and supports the buttocks of the seated user. The toilet lid 4 functions as the lid of the toilet device 1. The toilet seat 3 and toilet lid 4 are each pivotally supported in the toilet bowl 2 at one end and are attached so as to be rotatable (openable and closable) around the pivot point of the toilet bowl 2.

[0052] Furthermore, in this specification, the front-to-back and up-and-down directions are defined based on the user standing in front of the toilet unit 1, as shown in Figures 7 and 8. For example, the direction away from the user in the toilet unit 1 is defined as "rear," and the direction approaching (facing) the user in the toilet unit 1 is defined as "front."

[0053] Furthermore, Figures 7 and 8 show an overview of the inside of the toilet bowl 2, the inside of the case 12 that extends inside the toilet bowl 2, and the collection bag 19 that unfolds inside the case 12.

[0054] As shown in Figure 7(a), the user attaches the emergency toilet device 10 to the toilet device 1 by hanging the attachment part 18 on the toilet lid 4. At this time, the user attaches the device with the case 12 in a contracted state (in other words, with the emergency toilet device 10 in a vertical position). Then, as shown in Figure 7(b), the user tilts the emergency toilet device 10 forward with their fingers, so that the frame 11 overlaps the toilet seat 3. The case 12, which is covered inside with a collection bag 19, extends within the toilet bowl 2 using the force acting in the direction of gravity. The collection bag 19 also extends downward to a predetermined length (for example, a length that prevents the excrement received by the collection bag from coming into contact with the user's buttocks). This completes the installation of the emergency toilet device 10. Here, the collection bag 19 may extend automatically by control of the control unit 30, etc., or the user may extend the collection bag downward with their fingers, etc.

[0055] In the example shown in Figure 7, the mounting part 18 is shown to be attached to the toilet lid 4. However, the disaster relief toilet device 10 may also be attached to the toilet device 1 by attaching the mounting part 18 to the toilet seat 3. In this case, the frame 11 overlaps the rim of the toilet device 1.

[0056] In the state shown in Figure 7(b), the user sits on the frame 11 and defecates. Then, as shown in Figure 8(a), the collection bag 19 receives the excrement OB excreted by the user. If the user cleans their genitals after defecation using toilet paper and discards the toilet paper into the collection bag 19 before spraying the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant, the toilet paper will get in the way and prevent the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant from being sprayed directly onto the excrement OB. Therefore, the user sprays the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant onto the excrement OB by pressing the coagulant / deodorizer operation unit 15 and the disinfectant operation unit 16 before cleaning their genitals after defecation using toilet paper.

[0057] Afterward, the user uses toilet paper to clean the area after defecation and disposes of the toilet paper in the collection bag 19. The user then presses the sealing operation unit 17 to seal the collection bag 19. For example, as shown in Figure 8(b), the sealing unit 20 seals the area of ​​the collection bag 19 that contains the excrement OB (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the "lowest part 191") by heat-sealing the upper part of the collection bag 19 (for example, the part corresponding to the position in the frame 11 where the sealing unit 20 is built in) above the bottom of the collection bag 19 (in other words, the part that receives the excrement OB). The sealing unit 20 then separates the lowest part 191 from the collection bag 19 by, for example, heat-cutting the heat-sealed part. As a result, the sealed lowest part 191 that contains the excrement OB falls to the bottom of the case 12 and is stored inside the case 12. Furthermore, by sealing the bottom 191 of the collection bag 19, the lower end of the bottom 191 after separation is sealed by heat sealing, and the sealed lower end functions as a new bottom (in other words, a bowl portion that receives excrement) of the collection bag 19, thereby allowing it to receive the next excrement OB.

[0058] Furthermore, after disposing of the toilet paper in the collection bag 19, the user may apply the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant to the excrement OB by pressing the coagulant / deodorizer control unit 15 and the disinfectant control unit 16.

[0059] If the case 12 is detachable from the frame 11, the user lifts the frame 11 upward (in other words, lifts the frame 11 upward using the mounting part 18 as an axis), removes the case 12 from the frame 11, and takes out and discards the bottom 191 stored inside the case 12. Alternatively, if the case 12 is fixed to the frame 11, the user lifts the frame 11 upward, opens a door or lid on the bottom or side of the case 12, takes out and discards the bottom 191 stored inside the case 12.

[0060] As described above, the lower end of the collection bag 19 after the separation of the bottom 191 (in other words, the part that was joined to the bottom 191) is welded, forming a new bottom for the collection bag 19. Therefore, as shown in Figure 8(c), the user can use the disaster relief toilet device 10 again to defecate by extending the collection bag 19, which is folded and built into the frame 11, downward to a predetermined length.

[0061] In other words, the collection bag 19 is a long, vertically elongated plastic bag with a bottom. During the user's first defecation, the bottom acts as a bowl to receive the waste. For subsequent defecations, the part of the collection bag 19 that was attached to the part separated during the previous defecation (for example, the bottom 191) is welded together to form a new bottom that receives the waste. Therefore, as the disaster relief toilet device 10 is used, the collection bag 19 gradually shortens, and the user can continue to defecate using the disaster relief toilet device 10 until the collection bag 19 is completely used up. If the collection bag 19 is completely used up or consumed, it may be possible to replace it with a new collection bag 19.

[0062] Next, an example of the operation of the sealing part 20 will be described using Figure 9. Figure 9 is a diagram showing an example of the operation of the sealing part 20 according to the embodiment. For example, Figure 9 is a plan view of the sealing part 20 as seen from above.

[0063] Figure 9(a) shows the sealing section 20 in the state before the sealing operation section 17 is pressed by the user (standby state). As shown in Figure 9(a), the sealing section 20 is composed of frames F1 to F4 arranged to surround the collection bag 19 (in other words, the opening of the frame 11). Frame F4 also has a laminator H at its end for welding the collection bag 19.

[0064] When the sealing operation unit 17 is pressed, the sealing unit 20 moves frames F1 to F4 to the center of the opening of the frame 11, as shown in Figure 9(b), thereby constricting the collection bag 19 (in other words, twisting the collection bag 19 to the center of the opening of the frame 11). Then, as shown in Figure 9(c), the sealing unit 20 moves frames F1 to F4 back to the standby position. Also, as shown in Figure 9(d), the sealing unit 20 moves the laminator H to the center of frame F4. Then, as shown in Figure 9(e), the sealing unit 20 moves frames F1 to F4 to the center of the opening of the frame 11 and heat-seals the collection bag 19 by welding it with the laminator H, sealing the bottom of the collection bag 19 (the part that contains the excrement OB) and separating the bottom part.

[0065] Next, the installation and use of the disaster relief toilet device 10 will be explained using Figure 10. Figure 10 is a diagram showing an example of the installation and use of the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment.

[0066] If, after a disaster, the water supply and sewage systems are disrupted and the toilet (toilet bowl) becomes unusable, the user will take out the emergency toilet device 10 from a cabinet or similar installed in the toilet room, as shown in Figure 10(a). Then, as shown in Figure 10(b), the user will attach the emergency toilet device 10 to the toilet by hooking the attachment part 18 onto the toilet lid, and then, as shown in Figure 10(c), the user will tilt the emergency toilet device 10 forward (towards the user) with their fingers or the like. This completes the installation of the emergency toilet device 10, as shown in Figure 10(d).

[0067] As shown in Figure 10(e), the user sits on the frame 11 and defecates. Afterwards, before cleaning the area after defecation with toilet paper, the user presses the coagulant / deodorizer control unit 15 and the disinfectant control unit 16 to spray the coagulant / deodorizer and disinfectant onto the excrement. The user then cleans the area after defecation with toilet paper and disposes of the toilet paper in the collection bag 19. Finally, as shown in Figure 10(f), the user presses the sealing control unit 17 to seal the collection bag 19.

[0068] <2. Effects> The effects of the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to the embodiment will now be described. The disaster relief toilet device 10 according to the embodiment is a disaster relief toilet device 10 that can be installed above a toilet and used, and comprises a frame 11 that can be installed above a toilet and has an opening at a position corresponding to the bowl of the toilet, a collection bag 19 built into the frame 11 for containing excrement, a sealing part 20 built into the frame 11 for sealing the collection bag 19 after excrement, a sealing operation unit 17 that instructs the operation of the sealing part 20, and a control unit 30 that controls the operation of the sealing part 20 in accordance with the instructions of the sealing operation unit 17.

[0069] As a result, when the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment is attached to a toilet, the top surface of the frame becomes the seat. Since the waste is collected in the collection bag 19, a regular toilet can be used even in the event of a disaster. Furthermore, the collection bag can be sealed after defecation without manual work. Therefore, unlike conventional technology, there is no need to manually set the collection bag on the toilet seat or tie the collection bag 19 by hand after defecation, thus enabling easy attachment and reliable post-disposal. In addition, since the collection bag 19 is built into the frame, the collection bag 19 does not come into contact with the human body, allowing for hygienic use of the disaster relief toilet device 10.

[0070] Furthermore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment includes a case 12 with a bottom plate that extends downward from the frame 11, with the upper end of the case 12 attached to the frame 11, and the case 12 is capable of accommodating a collection bag 19 inside.

[0071] As a result, the collection bag 19 is covered by the case 12, so the collection bag does not come into contact with the toilet bowl. Also, since the sealed collection bag 19 falls into the case 12, it does not fall into the toilet bowl. Therefore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 can be used hygienically.

[0072] Furthermore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment includes a mounting part 18 to which the frame 11 can be attached to the toilet lid or toilet seat attached to the toilet bowl.

[0073] As a result, when the frame 11 is attached to the toilet lid or seat, the frame 11 is less likely to shift when sitting down or getting up. Therefore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 can be used stably.

[0074] Furthermore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment includes a laminator H in the sealing section 20 that heat-seals the collection bag 19.

[0075] This seals the collection bag 19 to a predetermined width by heat sealing, making it less likely for the seal to be broken.

[0076] Furthermore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment includes a solidifying agent / deodorizing agent supply unit 13 that supplies a solidifying agent and / or deodorizing agent to the inside of the collection bag 19.

[0077] This allows the stool to be treated with a coagulant and / or deodorizer after excretion, making it possible to dispose of it as general waste.

[0078] Furthermore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment includes a disinfectant supply unit 14 that supplies disinfectant to the inside of the collection bag 19.

[0079] This allows the disinfectant to be supplied to the stool after excretion, thereby suppressing the growth of bacteria in the collection bag 19.

[0080] Furthermore, the disaster relief toilet device 10 according to this embodiment includes a battery 40 that supplies power to the disaster relief toilet device 10.

[0081] This allows it to be battery-powered, meaning it can be used even during a power outage.

[0082] Further effects and modifications can be readily derived by those skilled in the art. Therefore, broader aspects of the present invention are not limited to the specific details and representative embodiments expressed and described above. Accordingly, various modifications are possible without departing from the spirit or scope of the overall concept of the invention as defined by the appended claims and equivalents.

[0083] The embodiments described above may also have the following configurations, but are not limited to them. (1) A disaster relief toilet device that can be installed above a toilet bowl for use, A frame that can be installed above the toilet and has an opening at a position corresponding to the bowl of the toilet, A collection bag for containing excrement is built into the aforementioned frame, The frame is equipped with a sealing means for sealing the collection bag after excretion, An operating unit that instructs the operation of the sealing means, A control unit that controls the operation of the sealing means in accordance with instructions from the operation unit, A disaster relief toilet device characterized by being equipped with the following features. (2) The upper end is attached to the frame, and the case has a bottom plate that extends downward from the frame, The case is the disaster relief toilet device described in (1), wherein the case is capable of housing the collection bag inside. (3) The disaster relief toilet device according to (1) or (2), comprising a mounting portion on which the frame can be attached to the toilet lid or toilet seat attached to the toilet bowl. (4) The emergency toilet device according to any one of (1) to (3), wherein the sealing means comprises a laminator that heat-seals the collection bag to seal it. (5) A disaster relief toilet device according to any one of (1) to (4), comprising a waste treatment agent supply unit that supplies a coagulant and / or deodorant to the inside of the collection bag. (6) A disaster relief toilet device according to any one of (1) to (5), comprising a disinfectant supply unit that supplies a disinfectant to the inside of the collection bag. (7) The disaster relief toilet device according to any one of (1) to (6), comprising a battery for supplying power to the aforementioned disaster relief toilet device. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0084] 1 Toilet equipment 2 toilet bowls 3 Toilet Seat 4 Toilet lid 10. Emergency toilet equipment 11 Frame 12 cases 13. Coagulant / Deodorizer Supply Unit 131 Coagulant / Deodorizer Supply Nozzle Drive Unit 14. Disinfectant supply unit 141 Disinfectant supply nozzle drive unit 15. Operating section for coagulant / deodorizer 16. Operation section for disinfectants 17 Sealing operation part 18 Mounting part 19 Collection bags 20 Sealed part 30 Control Unit 40 batteries

Claims

1. A disaster relief toilet device that can be installed above a toilet bowl for use, A frame that can be installed above the toilet and has an opening at a position corresponding to the bowl of the toilet, A collection bag for containing excrement is built into the aforementioned frame, The frame is equipped with a sealing means for sealing the collection bag after excretion, An operating unit that instructs the operation of the sealing means, A control unit that controls the operation of the sealing means in accordance with instructions from the operation unit, A disaster relief toilet device characterized by being equipped with the following features.

2. The upper end is attached to the frame, and the case has a bottom plate that extends downward from the frame, The disaster relief toilet device according to claim 1, wherein the case is capable of housing the collection bag inside.

3. The disaster relief toilet device according to claim 1, further comprising a mounting portion on which the frame can be attached to the toilet lid or toilet seat attached to the toilet bowl.

4. The disaster relief toilet device according to claim 1, wherein the sealing means comprises a laminator that heat-seals the collection bag to seal it.

5. The disaster relief toilet device according to claim 1, further comprising a waste treatment agent supply unit that supplies a coagulant and / or deodorant to the inside of the collection bag.

6. The disaster relief toilet device according to claim 1, further comprising a disinfectant supply unit for supplying a disinfectant to the inside of the collection bag.

7. The disaster relief toilet device according to claim 1, further comprising a battery for supplying power to the disaster relief toilet device.

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