Toileting device for children
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing toileting devices for children are unstable, leading to safety hazards and are cumbersome, making them unsuitable for small families due to space requirements and difficulties in cleaning.
Innovation Solution
A toileting device for children featuring a seating part, supporting legs with adjustable lengths, and a bottom plate forming a stable triangular structure, along with a pedal and suction disk portions for secure attachment to the toilet seat, enhancing stability and safety.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a simple single rod supporting structure is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the stability of the supporting structure deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting leg is divided into multiple independent rods (main rod and auxiliary rod) that work together. The main rod provides primary support while the auxiliary rod enhances stability, creating a segmented structure that achieves both simplicity and stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting structure transitions from a single-dimensional vertical rod to a multi-dimensional arrangement by adding auxiliary rods that extend in different directions. This dimensional expansion creates a more stable spatial configuration without significantly increasing complexity.
2Ease of operation
If the seating part is made large and high to accommodate children, then the comfort and usability are improved, but the device occupies more space
Solution Approach 1:
The toilet seat adapter can be used with standard adult toilet seats while providing child-appropriate seating dimensions. The universal design allows it to fit existing toilet infrastructure without requiring a separate child-sized toilet, thus saving space.
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting legs feature adjustable lengths that can be modified based on the child's age and growth. This dynamic adjustment capability allows the seating height to be optimized for comfort while maintaining a compact overall structure.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The stable triangular structure and suction disk portions improve the stability and safety of the toileting device, preventing the seating part from sliding off and ensuring secure attachment, thus enhancing the usability and safety for children.
Implementation Method 1
a bottom of the seating part is provided with several suction disk portions used for being sucked on a toilet
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure discloses a toileting device for children, including a seating part, supporting legs, and a bottom plate; each supporting leg includes a main rod and an auxiliary rod; an upper end of the main rod is connected to one end of the seating part, and a lower end is connected to one end of the bottom plate; and an upper end of the auxiliary rod is connected to the main rod, and a lower end is connected to the other end of the bottom plate.