Accessible bathroom fixtures

Abstract

This invention relates to an accessible bathroom device, comprising: a panel pivotally mounted on a bathroom door frame, the panel moving to the outside of the bathroom upon pivoting; and a seat attached to the inner side of the panel, the seat providing a place for a person to sit, the seat being moved into the bathroom by pivoting the panel. The advantage of this invention is that it allows the bathroom panel to have both load-bearing and mobility functions, enabling users with mobility impairments to enter the bathroom without using a wheelchair, and allowing for independent operation by the user with mobility impairments.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an accessible device, particularly an accessible bathroom device, which provides assistance to people with mobility impairments in moving in and out of the toilet or bathroom. Prior Technology

[0002] Traditional bathroom facilities often lack accessibility features. However, with the increasing aging population and rising public awareness of health in recent years, the demand for accessible spaces is also growing. Considerations for accessible bathroom facilities include: 1. Maintaining a certain area to ensure others can provide assistance; 2. Using sliding or outward-opening doors to avoid difficulties in emergency rescue; 3. A level, even floor with good ventilation and dryness; 4. Installing a seat in the shower or adding a slatted floor to the bathtub; 5. Installing an emergency call system to notify rescue in case of an accident. Currently, most accessible bathroom facilities on the market are configured according to these principles. However, difficulties still arise in their use, especially for wheelchair users. The main reason is that most bathroom spaces are relatively small, making it difficult for wheelchair users to maneuver their wheels, thus reducing the original purpose and convenience of accessible spaces.

[0003] It is evident that the aforementioned commonly used items still have many shortcomings, indicating that the designer was not a good one, and that they urgently need to be improved.

[0004] In view of this, how to eliminate the above-mentioned deficiencies is the technical difficulty that the inventor of this case wants to solve; therefore, based on years of experience in related industries, the inventor of this case has devoted himself to research and improvement for many years, and finally successfully developed this case, thus giving birth to this invention to improve its effectiveness. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned disadvantages, the present invention provides an accessible bathroom device comprising: a panel pivotally mounted on a bathroom door frame, the panel moving to the outside of the bathroom during pivoting; and a seat attached to the inner side of the panel, the seat providing a place for a person to sit, the seat being moved into the bathroom by pivoting the panel. The advantage of this invention is that it allows the bathroom panel to have both load-bearing and mobility functions, enabling users with mobility impairments to enter the bathroom without using a wheelchair, and allowing for independent operation by the user with mobility impairments.

[0006] Preferably, the bottom of the plate is provided with a plurality of wheels.

[0007] Preferably, at least one column is pivotally mounted on the plate, and the base system is connected to the column.

[0008] Preferably, the base system is pivotally mounted on the plate, and by pivoting the base, the base is folded.

[0009] Preferably, an armrest extends from both sides of the seat.

[0010] Preferably, the seat has at least one drain hole.

[0011] Preferably, the system is a sitz bath chair.

[0012] Preferably, the bathroom has a long, narrow drain on the floor, near the bathroom door. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0013] The first figure is a perspective view of the plate in the open state according to the first embodiment of the present invention. The second image is a three-dimensional view of the plate in its closed state, continuing from the first image. The third image is a 3D view of the seat in its folded state, continuing from the second image. Figure 4 is a perspective view of the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0014] Figure 5 is a perspective view of the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 6 is an open state diagram of the fourth embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] The seventh image is a continuation of the sixth image, showing the state of entering the bathroom.

[0017] Figure 8 is an open state diagram of the fifth embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] The ninth image is a continuation of the eighth image, showing the state of entering the bathroom. Implementation

[0019] To facilitate the explanation of the content and effects of this invention, specific embodiments are listed below with reference to the drawings. Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 for the first embodiment of this invention. The barrier-free bathroom device of this invention includes:

[0020] A plate 10 is pivotally mounted on the door frame A1 of a bathroom A. When the plate 10 is pivotally opened, it is located on the outside of the bathroom A. The bottom of the plate 10 is provided with a plurality of wheels 11, and there is a predetermined distance between each wheel 11.

[0021] In this embodiment, a long strip floor drain A2 is provided on the floor of the bathroom A, and is located near the door of the bathroom A.

[0022] A seat 20 is attached to the inner side of the plate 10, and the seat 20 provides a place for a person to sit.

[0023] The present invention allows the seat 20 to enter the bathroom A by pivoting and closing the panel 10. In other words, the panel 10 can move a person in and out of the bathroom while opening and closing the door. The user can sit on the seat 20 to take a shower, and the water is drained through the long drain A2 to prevent water from flowing out of the bathroom A. When the user needs to use the toilet, he / she can also sit on the seat 20 to enter and exit the bathroom A, and then transfer to the toilet through other assistive devices after entering the bathroom A.

[0024] Please refer to the third figure. The seat 20 is pivotally mounted on the plate 10. By pivoting the seat 20, the seat 20 is folded.

[0025] Please refer to Figure 4, which shows the second embodiment of the present invention. Since the main structure is the same as that of the previous embodiment, the similarities will not be repeated, but will be described in detail below. In this embodiment, at least one column 30 is pivotally mounted on the plate 10, and the seat 20 is connected to the column 30. The inner side of the plate 10 is further provided with a plurality of pivot members, each of which is adjacent to the top and bottom of the plate 10. Each pivot member is pivotally mounted on the column 30, thereby enabling the seat 20 to also have a steering function, so as to facilitate the user's movement, turning, bathing and toilet use.

[0026] Please refer to Figure 5, which shows the third embodiment of the present invention. Since the main structure is the same as that of the previous embodiments, the similarities will not be repeated. In this embodiment, the seat 20 is a sitz bath chair. An armrest 21 extends from both sides of the seat 20, and the seat 20 is provided with at least one drain hole 22, but it is not limited to this.

[0027] Please refer to Figures 6 and 7, which illustrate the fourth embodiment of the present invention. Since some structures are the same as those in the preceding embodiments, these similarities will not be repeated here, but will be described separately. In this embodiment, the present invention includes:

[0028] At least one plate 10 is pivotally mounted on a wall of a bathroom A. When pivoting, the plate 10 moves to the outside or inside of the bathroom A. The bottom of the plate 10 is provided with a plurality of wheels 11, and each wheel 11 has a predetermined distance between it.

[0029] A seat 20 is attached to the outer side of the plate 10. The seat 20 provides a place for a person to sit. By pivoting the plate 10, the seat 20 is allowed to enter the bathroom A.

[0030] In this embodiment, the entrance and exit of bathroom A is designed as a sliding door, which makes it easier for people with mobility impairments and their caregivers to enter and exit, and the panel 10 and the seat 20 will not interfere with the door panel of bathroom A.

[0031] Please refer to Figures 8 and 9, which represent the fifth embodiment of the present invention. Since some structures are the same as those in the previous embodiments, the identical parts will not be repeated, but will be described first. In this embodiment, the present invention includes:

[0032] A seat 20 is slidably mounted on the floor of a bathroom A. The bottom of the seat 20 is provided with a base plate 23. The seat 20 provides a seat for a person to sit on. The seat 20 can be slid to enter or leave the bathroom A.

[0033] A plate 10 is vertically mounted on the base plate 23 and has a predetermined distance from the seat 20. When the seat 20 enters the bathroom A, the plate 10 closes the entrance and exit of the bathroom A.

[0034] In this embodiment, the entrance and exit of bathroom A is designed as a double-door panel. Therefore, when the seat 20 enters bathroom A, the panel 10 closes the double-door panel of bathroom A, so that the panel 10 and each door panel form an integral form.

[0035] The above detailed description is a specific description of one feasible embodiment of the present invention. However, the embodiment is not intended to limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent implementations or modifications that do not depart from the spirit of the present invention should be included in the patent scope of this case.

[0036] 10:Plate body

[0037] 11: Wheel

[0038] 20: base body

[0039] 21: Handrail

[0040] 22: Drain hole

[0041] 23: Base Plate

[0042] 30: Column

[0043] A: Bathroom

[0044] A1: Door frame

[0045] A2: Long, narrow floor drain

Claims

1. A barrier-free bathroom device comprising: at least one panel pivotally mounted on a bathroom door frame, the panel moving to the outside of the bathroom when pivoted, a plurality of wheels at the bottom of the panel being provided with a predetermined distance between each wheel, a plurality of pivot members on the inner side of the panel being provided with each pivot member adjacent to the top and bottom of the panel, and a column pivotally mounted on each pivot member; and a seat attached to the column, the seat having a turning function, the seat providing a place for a person to sit, and the seat entering the bathroom by pivoting the panel.

2. The accessible bathroom device as described in claim 1, wherein the seat system is pivotally mounted on the panel, and the seat is folded by pivoting the seat.

3. The accessible bathroom fixture as described in claim 1, wherein a handrail extends from both sides of the seat.

4. The accessible bathroom fixture as described in claim 1, wherein the seat is provided with at least one drain hole.

5. The accessible bathroom fixture as described in claim 1, wherein the seating system is a sitz bath chair.

6. The accessible bathroom fixture as described in claim 1, wherein a long strip drain is provided on the floor of the bathroom and adjacent to the doorway of the bathroom.

7. A barrier-free bathroom device, comprising: at least one panel pivotally mounted on a wall of a bathroom, the bathroom having a sliding door slidably mounted on its entrance, the panel having a plurality of wheels at its bottom with a predetermined distance between each wheel, the panel moving to the outside or inside of the bathroom when pivoting; and a seat pivotally mounted on the outer side of the panel, the panel and the seat not interfering with the sliding door, the seat providing a place for a person to sit, the seat entering the bathroom by pivoting the panel; and the seat folding when pivoting the seat.

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