BUILT-IN SCALES

Abstract

Built-in Scale A weighing tool used to determine the mass of an object by utilizing the effect of gravity on that object, characterized in that; including, - a scale body (100) that is positioned lower than the upper surface of the ceramic (S) to ensure that the scale surface (20) is at the same level as the ceramic (S) surface when placed on the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10), - a chamber (10) in which the scale body (100) is positioned to ensure accurate measurement, - a load cell (80) positioned on a connection piece (70) to ensure precise measurement of the weight on it, - a second gap (180) that provides the necessary movement area for the scale body (100) to ensure accurate weighing, - a scale body (100) that is directly positioned on the prepared application area.

Description

[0001] Built-in Scale

[0002] Technical Field

[0003] The invention relates to weighing tools for determining the mass of an object by utilizing the effect of gravity on the object.

[0004] Prior Art

[0005] It measures the downward force exerted by the object on the weighing tools due to gravity. Weighing tools are used in homes, markets, hospitals, hospitals, industrial plants and many other places. There are many types of weighing tools according to the area to be used and measurement accuracy.

[0006] In recent years, with the reduction in the size of homes, people's usable space has significantly decreased. Therefore, people are looking for ways to use their space more efficiently and functionally. The scales used in the current technology are generally portable. Portable scales are used by placing them on any surface. Since non-industrial home-type scales (bath scales) are not used continuously, they are often stored to avoid occupying space in the home.

[0007] Portable scales can be damaged during transport or storage. Additionally, they can provide different measurements due to uneven or variable surfaces on which they are placed.

[0008] The water drains in the prior art ensure that the water used is transmitted to the sewage line. Drains are given different names such as linear, point, wall type according to the place or shape they are used. In the present technique, drains do not have any other function other than conveying the water to be discharged to the sewerage system.

[0009] Objective of the Invention

[0010] The objective of the invention is to obtain a scale structure that is used at the same level as the floor where it will be used.

[0011] Another objective of the invention is to obtain a scale structure that can perform more accurate measurements.

[0012] Another objective of the invention is to obtain a scale structure that does not cause visual pollution.

[0013] Another objective of the invention is to obtain a scale structure that does not occupy space, thereby preventing potential collisions and injuries.

[0014] Another objective of the invention is to obtain a scale structure that eliminates the burden of repositioning for reweighing, especially for elderly and overweight individuals. Another objective of the invention is to obtain a scale structure that allows more accurate weighing during showering without clothes by being positioned in the shower without taking in water.

[0015] Another objective of the invention is to obtain a scale structure with drain features.

[0016] To achieve the aforementioned objectives, the developed scale is characterized in that including, scale body (100) that ensures the scale surface (20) is at the same level as the ceramic surface (S) when positioned on the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10), and ensures more accurate measurements by being placed inside the chamber (10), load cell (80) positioned on a connection piece (70) that ensures precise measurement of the weight on it, and a second gap (180) that provides the necessary movement area for the scale body (100) to ensure accurate weighing, scale body (100) directly positioned on the prepared application area.

[0017] Description of the Figures

[0018] The attached Figure - 1 is a disassembled view of the scale.

[0019] Figure-2 is the top view of the scale application.

[0020] Figure-3 is the side sectional view of the scale application.

[0021] Figure-4 is the detailed view of the section.

[0022] Figure-5 is the top perspective view of the drain with scale features.

[0023] Figure-6 is the detailed view of the connection points of the drain with scale features.

[0024] Figure-7 is the bottom perspective view of the drain with scale features.

[0025] Figure- 8 is the top view of the chamber.

[0026] Figure-9 is the side sectional view of the chamber.

[0027] Figure- 10 is the vertical sectional view of the chamber.

[0028] Figure- 11 is the horizontal sectional view of the chamber.

[0029] Figure- 12 is the exploded view of the drain with scale features.

[0030] Figure- 13 is the top exploded view of the body.

[0031] Figure- 14 is the side view of the body.

[0032] Figure- 15 is the sectional view of the disassembled application of the chamber to the floor.

[0033] Figure- 16 is the bottom perspective view of the body.

[0034] Figure- 17 is the bottom exploded view of the body.

[0035] Figure- 18 is the front perspective view of the disassembled foot, connection piece, and load cell.

[0036] The main parts expressed in the figures are given below as numbers and names.

[0037] (10) Chamber

[0038] (11) Inner surface

[0039] (12) Pressing surface

[0040] (13) Ceramic seating protrusion

[0041] (14) Ceramic resting protrusion

[0042] (20) Scale surface (30) Display

[0043] (40) Siphon connection

[0044] (50) Hair catcher

[0045] (60) Foot

[0046] (61) Groove set

[0047] (62) Gap

[0048] (70) Connection piece

[0049] (71) Groove set

[0050] (80) Load cell

[0051] (90) Electronic board

[0052] (91) Electronic circuit (PCB)

[0053] (91.1) Battery compartment

[0054] (92) Electronic circuit cover

[0055] (93) Battery cover

[0056] (100) Scale body

[0057] (101) Adjustment part fixing section

[0058] (102) Connection channel

[0059] (103) Foot socket

[0060] (104) Electronic circuit socket

[0061] (105) Pin hole

[0062] (106) Adjustment gap

[0063] (107) Socket

[0064] (HO) Ceramic connection pin

[0065] (120) Ceramic metal frame

[0066] (121) Pin hole

[0067] (130) Cover

[0068] (131) Display gap

[0069] (140) Adjustment part

[0070] (141) Fixing hole

[0071] (150) Connection pin

[0072] (160) Fixing screw

[0073] (170) First gap

[0074] (180) Second gap

[0075] (190) Siphon

[0076] (200) Screed

[0077] (T) Insulation textile

[0078] (S) Ceramic a = Short edge slope angle

[0079] P = Long edge slope angle

[0080] Detailed Description of the Invention

[0081] The invention relates to weighing tools used for determining the mass of an object by utilizing the effect of gravity on that object.

[0082] The scale subject to the invention includes the scale surface (20), display (30), foot (60), connection piece (70), load cell (80), electronic board (90), scale body (100), ceramic connection pin (110), ceramic metal frame (120), cover (130), adjustment part (140), connection pin (150), fixing screws (160), and first gap (170). In alternative applications of the invention, the scale includes a chamber (10), siphon connection (40), hair catcher (50), second gap (180), and insulation textile (T).

[0083] In the scale subject to the invention, all mechanical and electronic components are placed inside the scale body (100). In an alternative application of the invention, the chamber (10) used has an inclined inner surface (11) to ensure the used water flows towards the siphon connection (40). The inclined inner surface (11) ensures that the water is conveyed to the siphon connection (40) and the siphon (190) without accumulation. The siphon connection (40) ensures that the used water is transferred to the sewage system.

[0084] In an alternative application of the invention, a hair catcher (50) is placed inside the siphon connection (40). The hair catcher (50) prevents hair and large-sized particles from entering and clogging the siphon (190).

[0085] The inclination of the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10) is towards the siphon connection (40) from the short and long edges. The inclination ensures that the water is directed to the siphon connection (40). The short edge slope angle (a) can vary between 1.5 and 2 degrees. In the preferred application of the invention, the short edge slope angle (a) is 2 degrees. The long edge slope angle (P) can vary between 1 and 3 degrees. In the preferred application of the invention, the long edge slope angle (P) is 2 degrees. The mentioned inclination and angles are shown in figures 7 and 8.

[0086] Insulation textile (T) is placed on the edges of the chamber (10). The insulation textile (T) ensures that any possible leaks on the edges and surroundings of the chamber (10) are directed to the siphon connection (40).

[0087] The scale body (100) included in the drain subject to the invention is placed inside the chamber (10). Foot sockets (103) are located on the lower part of the scale body (100) facing the chamber (10). The mentioned foot sockets (103) are shaped and sized to accommodate the foot (60).

[0088] A gap (62) is located in the middle part of the foot (60), while groove sets (61) are located inside. The connection piece (70) is positioned inside the mentioned gap (62). Groove sets (71) are located on the outer part of the connection piece (70). The groove sets (71) on the outer part of the connection piece (70) are fixed to the groove sets (61) inside the foot (60). The foot (60) is rotated either from right to left or from left to right to ensure that the scale body (100) is level and at the appropriate height. This ensures that the weighing process is performed more accurately and stably.

[0089] Adjustment gaps (106) are located at the four comers of the scale body (100). The adjustment gap (106) ensures that the height adjustment of the mentioned scale body (100) can be easily performed by rotating the foot (60) either by hand or with the help of an auxiliary tool after the scale body (100) is positioned on the chamber (10). In alternative applications of the invention, adjustment gaps (106) can be located at one, two, three, or different comers of the scale body (100). The number of adjustment gaps (106) can vary depending on the shape of the used scale body (100). The load cell (80) is positioned on the connection piece (70). The load cell (80) ensures that the weight of the object placed on it is measured accurately. The scale body (100) includes a total of four foot (60), a connection piece (70), and a load cell (80) positioned on the mentioned connection piece (70). With the four foot (60) and load cell (80), a balanced and stable weighing process is achieved. In alternative applications of the invention, the number of foot (60) and load cells (80) can vary. The load cells (80) transmit the measurement via cables to the electronic board (90).

[0090] The values measured by the load cells (80) are transmitted via cables and connection channels (102) to the electronic board (90). The connection channels (102) ensure that the cables used to transmit the values read by the load cells (80) are properly and securely connected to the electronic board (90).

[0091] The electronic board (90) reads the measured value and transmits it to the display (30). The display (30) ensures that the person being weighed can see their weight. In the preferred application of the invention, a digital display (30) is used. In alternative applications of the invention, different indicators such as an analog display (30) can be used.

[0092] The electronic board (90) includes an electronic circuit (PCB) (91), an electronic circuit cover (92), and a battery cover (93). The electronic circuit (91) reads the values detected by the load cells (80) and reflects them on the display (30). A battery compartment (91.1) is located on the back of the electronic circuit (91). A battery is placed inside the battery compartment (91.1). The battery provides the necessary energy for the system to operate. In alternative applications of the invention, the necessary energy can be supplied from the power grid instead of a battery. In different alternative applications of the invention, the battery and the power grid can be used together.

[0093] An electronic circuit cover (92) is located on the lower part of the electronic circuit

[0094] (91). A battery cover (93) is located on the lower part of the mentioned electronic circuit cover (92). The battery cover (93) ensures that the battery can be easily inserted and replaced in the battery compartment (91.1). The electronic circuit cover

[0095] (92) and the battery cover (93) ensure that the electronic circuit (91) is closed and protected from dust and water. The electronic circuit cover (92) and the battery cover (93) are closed with fixing screws (160). The fixing screws (160) are used with connection pins (150). The connection pins (150) are tightened with the fixing screws (160) to the scale body (100), ensuring that the gaskets on the electronic circuit cover (92) are compressed between the scale body (100) and the electronic circuit cover (92). This compression prevents possible water leaks to the electronic board (90).

[0096] A ceramic metal frame (120) and the scale surface (20) are located on the upper part of the scale body (100). The ceramic metal frame (120) ensures that the scale surface (20) is properly positioned inside the scale body (100). The size and features of the scale surface (20) used in the environment where the drain subject to the invention is applied can vary depending on the user's preference and need. The scale surface (20) can be made of ceramic (S), glass, parquet, plastic, or different floor covering materials. The scale surface (20) is positioned inside the socket (107) located in the scale body (100). A ceramic seating protrusion (13) and a ceramic resting protrusion (14) are located on the upper part of the chamber (10). While positioning the ceramic (S) on the screed (200), the mentioned ceramic (S) must be flush with the scale subject to the invention. To ensure that the ceramics (S) around the scale are positioned at the same level, a ceramic seating protrusion (13) is left on the chamber (10). The ceramic seating protrusion (13) ensures that the ceramics (S) around the scale are placed without precise adjustment. Additionally, the ceramic seating protrusion (13) ensures that the ceramics (S) around the scale are positioned at the same level and distance.

[0097] The chamber (10) is positioned lower than the upper surface of the ceramic (S). This ensures that when the scale body (100) is positioned on the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10), the scale surface (20) is aligned with the ceramic (S) surface. The depth of the mentioned inner surface (11) of the chamber (10) relative to the upper surface of the ceramic (S) ranges from 7 mm to 50 mm.

[0098] While placing ceramic (S) around the scale subject to the invention, leaving the second gap (180) is important for the weighing process. The potential human errors during the positioning of the ceramic (S) around the scale must be minimized. If the second gap (180) is not left, the weighing process cannot be performed accurately. Additionally, situations such as the ceramic (S) slipping over time and touching the scale surface must be prevented. To ensure the proper formation of the second gap (180), a ceramic resting protrusion (14) is located on the chamber (10). The ceramic resting protrusion (14) adjusts the distance between the ceramics (S) placed around the chamber (10) and the scale body (100) without precise adjustment. This distance also allows for the accurate and error- free formation of the second gap (180).

[0099] The connection pieces (60) positioned on the lower part of the scale body (100) touch the pressing surface (12) located on the chamber (10). The pressing surface (12) is located at the corners of the inner surface (11). While the inner surface (11) is inclined to allow water to flow towards the siphon connection (40), the pressing surfaces (12) have a flat surface. The connection pieces (70) properly touch the chamber (10) with the flat surface pressing surfaces (12). Accurate and stable weighing is achieved with proper contact.

[0100] Ceramic connection pins (110) are placed inside the pin holes (121). One end of the ceramic connection pin (110) touches the pin holes (121) located on the ceramic metal frame (120), and the other end touches the pin hole (105) located on the scale body (100). This contact ensures that the ceramic connection pin (110) is fixed without shifting from the center between the adjustment part (140), the scale body (100), and the ceramic metal frame (120).

[0101] Ceramic connection pins (110) are fixed to the ceramic metal frame (120) using spot welding. A mounting apparatus is used during welding to ensure the accuracy of the assembly.

[0102] The adjustment part (140) located between the ceramic metal frame (120) and the scale body (100) is used to adjust the height differences that may occur due to the thickness differences of the scale surfaces (20) to be used. In the preferred application of the invention, three different thicknesses of adjustment parts (140) are used: 1, 2, and 3 millimeters. In alternative applications of the invention, adjustment parts (140) of different thicknesses and different quantities can be used. In different alternative applications of the invention, the adjustment part (140) may not be used.

[0103] Fixing holes (141) are located on the adjustment part (140). The ceramic connection pin (110) fits into the fixing holes (141). The ceramic connection pin (110) holds the adjustment part (140) in place by fitting into the fixing holes (141) and securing it to the scale body (100). Three fixing holes (141) are located on one adjustment part (140). Desired fixing holes (141) can be used according to the need. In alternative applications of the invention, the adjustment part (140) can be used without fixing holes (141). In different alternative applications of the invention, the adjustment part (140) may have different numbers of fixing holes (141).

[0104] The display (30) located in the drain subject to the invention is positioned inside the display gap (131) located on the cover (130). The display gap (131) prevents the display (30) from coming out and moving. In the preferred application of the invention, the display (30) is protected with a display glass.

[0105] In the drain subject to the invention, a first gap (170) is located between the scale surface (20) and the scale body (100). The first gap (170) provides the necessary space for the assembly between the scale surface (20) and the scale body (100). Additionally, water entering through the first gap (170) is transferred to the lower chamber (10) via channels located on the scale body (100).

[0106] A second gap (180) is located between the ceramic (S) and the scale body (100). When the chamber (10) is not used, a second gap (180) is left between the ceramic (S) around it and the scale body (100). The second gap (180) ensures that the used water is conveyed to the siphon connection (40). The water entering through the second gap (180) is sent to the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10). The water directed to the inner surface (11) is guided to the siphon connection (40) due to the inclination of the mentioned inner surface (11). Additionally, the second gap (180) provides the necessary space for the stretching movement during the weighing process.

[0107] A weighing tool used to determine the mass of an object by utilizing the effect of gravity on that object, characterized in that; including, a scale body (100) that is positioned lower than the upper surface of the ceramic (S) to ensure that the scale surface (20) is at the same level as the ceramic (S) surface when placed on the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10), a chamber (10) in which the scale body (100) is positioned to ensure accurate measurement, a load cell (80) positioned on a connection piece (70) to ensure precise measurement of the weight on it, a second gap (180) that provides the necessary movement area for the scale body (100) to ensure accurate weighing, a scale body (100) that is directly positioned on the prepared application area.

Claims

1. A weighing device used to determine the mass of an object by the action of gravity on that object, characterized in that it includes: - a body (100) of the scale, which is located below the upper surface of the ceramic (S) to ensure that the surface (20) of the scale is at the same level with the surface of the ceramic (S) when placed on the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10), - a chamber (10) in which the scale body (100) is located, - strain gauges (80) located on the connecting element (70) designed with the possibility of measuring the mass falling on them, - a second gap (180) providing the necessary movement area for the scale body (100), - the scale body (100) located on the prepared installation area.

2. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the body (100) of the scale includes a socket (107) in which the surface (20) of the scale is installed.

3. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the scales include a chamber (10) in which the scale body (100) is located.

4. A weighing device according to claim 3, characterized in that the chamber (10) includes a seating protrusion (13) for ceramics, designed to allow the ceramics (S) to be positioned at the same level and at the same distance as the surface (20) of the scales.

5. The weighing device according to claim 3, characterized in that the chamber (10) includes a support protrusion (14) for the ceramics (S), designed with the possibility of forming a second gap (180) between the ceramics (S) placed around the chamber (10) and the body (100) of the scale.

6. A weighing device according to claim 3, characterized in that the chamber (10) includes an inclined internal surface (11) designed to direct water to the siphon connection (40) without its accumulation.

7. A weighing device according to claim 6, characterized in that the inner surface (11) has an angle (α) of inclination of the short edge in the range from 1.5 to 2 degrees.

8. A weighing device according to claim 6, characterized in that the inner surface (11) has an angle (β) of inclination of the long edge in the range from 1 to 3 degrees.

9. The weighing device according to claim 3, characterized in that the chamber (10) includes flat pressure surfaces (12) to ensure proper contact with the connecting elements (70) located in the lower part of the body (100) of the scale.

10. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the strain gauges are connected via cables laid in connecting channels (102) to an electronic board (90).

11. The weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the second gap (180) is designed to ensure the direction of water to the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10) and further to the siphon connection (40) and the siphon (190), as well as to provide the necessary space for movement during elastic deformation during the weighing process.

12. The weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that it includes a siphon connection (40) designed to ensure the discharge of waste water from the second gap (180) into the sewer system.

13. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the body (100) is provided with an adjustment gap (106) designed with the possibility of adjusting the height of the body (100) of the scale by rotating the support (60) manually or with the help of an auxiliary tool after installing the body (100) of the scale in the chamber (10).

14. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that in the lower part of the housing (100) on the side of the chamber (10) there are sockets (103) for placing supports (60).

15. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that pin holes (105) are made on the body (100) that are designed with the possibility of inserting connecting pins (110) for ceramics at one end, which are inserted at the other end into pin holes (121) on the metal frame (120) for ceramics, in order to ensure the fixation of the adjusting element (140) between the body (100) of the scale and the metal frame (120) for ceramics without displacement from the center.

16. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the housing (100) is designed to ensure a horizontal position and its location at the appropriate height by means of a support (60).

17. The weighing device according to claim 16, characterized in that the support (60) includes a gap (62) for accommodating the connecting element (70) and sets of grooves (71) on the outer part of the connecting element (70), which are fixed in sets of grooves (61) inside the support (60) to ensure the horizontal position of the scale body (100) and its location at the proper height by rotating the support (60) from right to left or from left to right.

18. A weighing device according to claim 15, characterized in that the metal frame (120) for the ceramics is designed to ensure proper positioning of the ceramics (S) inside the body (100) of the scales.

19. A weighing device according to claim 15, characterized in that they include an adjusting element (140) designed with the possibility of adjusting height differences that may arise due to differences in the thickness of the surfaces (20) of the scales used.

20. The weighing device according to claim 19, characterized in that the adjusting element (140) includes fastening holes (141) designed to ensure that the adjusting element (140) is held in place by connecting pins (110) for ceramics and is fixed to the body (100) of the scale.

21. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that a cover (130) with a display window (131) is provided on the surface (20) to prevent the display (30) from falling out and moving.

22. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that a waterproofing textile material (T) is placed along the edges of the chamber (10), designed to ensure the direction of any possible leaks along the edges and in the surroundings of the chamber (10) to the siphon connection (40).

23. The weighing device according to claim 11, characterized in that the siphon connection (40) is provided with a hair collector (50) designed to prevent hair and large particles from entering and clogging the siphon (190).

24. A weighing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the depth of the inner surface (11) of the chamber (10) relative to the upper surface of the ceramic (S) is in the range from 7 mm to 50 mm.

25. The weighing device according to claim 10, characterized in that the electronic board (90) is designed to provide reading of the values ​​measured by the strain gauges (80) and their transmission to the display (30) for display to the user.

26. A weighing device according to claim 25, characterized in that the electronic board includes an electronic circuit (91) designed with the ability to read the values ​​recorded by the strain gauges (80) and display them on the display (30).

27. The weighing device according to claim 25, characterized in that the electronic board (90) includes a battery compartment (91.1) designed to accommodate a battery that provides the necessary electrical power for the operation of the system.

28. The weighing device according to claim 25, characterized in that the electronic board (90) includes a cover (93) of the battery compartment, designed to ensure easy installation and replacement of the battery in the battery compartment (91.1).

29. The weighing device according to claim 25, characterized in that the electronic board (90) includes a cover (92) of the electronic circuit and a cover (93) of the battery compartment, designed to ensure the closure of the electronic circuit (91) and its protection from dust and water.

30. The weighing device according to claim 25, characterized in that the electronic board (90) includes fastening screws (160) for securing the cover (92) of the electronic circuit and the cover (93) of the battery compartment.

31. The weighing device according to claim 25, characterized in that the electronic board (90) includes connecting pins (150) used in conjunction with the mounting screws (160) to prevent possible water leaks onto the electronic board (90) from the mounting points.