EP2086381A1 - Lavatory seat assembly motorization by means of a magnetic device - Google Patents

Lavatory seat assembly motorization by means of a magnetic device

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EP2086381A1
EP2086381A1 EP07870240A EP07870240A EP2086381A1 EP 2086381 A1 EP2086381 A1 EP 2086381A1 EP 07870240 A EP07870240 A EP 07870240A EP 07870240 A EP07870240 A EP 07870240A EP 2086381 A1 EP2086381 A1 EP 2086381A1
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housing
flap
magnetic attraction
toilet seat
actuator
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Daniel Mauduit
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DLM INTERNATIONAL
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; TOILET ACCESSORIES
    • A47K13/00—Seats or covers for all kinds of closets
    • A47K13/10—Devices for raising and lowering, e.g. tilting or lifting mechanisms; Collapsible or rotating seats or covers
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; TOILET ACCESSORIES
    • A47K13/00—Seats or covers for all kinds of closets
    • A47K13/12—Hinges
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H02—GENERATION; CONVERSION OR DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRIC POWER
    • H02K—DYNAMO-ELECTRIC MACHINES
    • H02K37/00—Motors with rotor rotating step by step and without interrupter or commutator driven by the rotor, e.g. stepping motors

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  • the object of this patent is to expose a motorization solution of the flap to raise and lower the bezel and the lid without having to move them by hand.
  • a movable magnetic attraction means located under the moon-shaped wall causes the displacement of at least one subassembly of the flap (lid ...) s ⁇ lôh at least one arc of the horizontal position to the position vertical, said flap being provided with a moyeri magnetic stripping (2) located opposite the movable magnetic attraction means (1).
  • An actuator at least displaces a mobile magnetic attraction means (1).
  • FIG. 1 shows a housing (6) contained in the flap in which a magnetic attraction means (2) such as a permanent magnet, a electromagnet, a ferromagnetic material said flap resting on a support wall (7).
  • a movable ferromagnetic attraction means (1) such as a permanent magnet, moves along this support wall.
  • Figure 2 shows the cover (8) and bezel (9) of a flap with a wall portion (7) and movable magnets (101, 101 ', 102).
  • FIG. 3 represents an element of the flap, the bezel or the lid, in horizontal position and the magnetic attraction means 101, 101 ', 102 and 201, 201' and 202.
  • Figure 4 shows an element of the flap, bezel or lid, in a vertical position.
  • Figure 5 shows a cam (10) with 2 pins (4) and (5).
  • FIG. 6 shows the displacement of the cover from a horizontal position A to at least one vertical position B.
  • Figure 7 shows a cam moving moving magnets 101, 102, one after the other.
  • Figure 8 shows a mobile magnets door mounted on a base.
  • Figure 9 shows a flange provided with a rolling device.
  • Figure 10 shows the control device opening and closing of the flap.
  • Figure 11 shows a form of support wall and a flap consisting of 2 independent parts.
  • FIG. 12 shows a variant of the combination of bezel and cover provided with a flange shaped to allow rotation of the lid of the horizontal to at least the vertical.
  • Figure 13 shows a bezel with a groove (17) for receiving the rotational journal (19) of the cover.
  • Figure 14 shows a lid with a rotational journal (19).
  • FIG. 15 shows a front wall form enabling a greater displacement of the magnetic attraction means (1).
  • Figure 16 shows a housing (6) with a lug (25) carrying the housing (6) of the cover (8) in rotation.
  • FIG. 17 shows a housing of the cover provided with a notch (27) allowing the insertion of the carrier pin (25) into the housing (6) of the lid (8).
  • Figure 18 shows an axial motor of the flap.
  • the present invention consists of a device for driving a toilet flap comprising at least one magnetic attraction means (1) driven by an actuator separated by at least one carrier wall (7) from another magnetic attraction means ( 2) associated with a flap comprising a rotation base (6) allowing the movement of the bezel (9) and the cover (8) of the horizontal position to at least the vertical position, said actuator being activated by a command.
  • the flap FIG. 1, is provided with rotational rollers (6) forming a rotational base as described in the patents WO 2005/055791A1.
  • the flap is supported on a wall (7) partially shaped in an arc.
  • a magnet (2) is placed in at least one of the housings of the bezel and the lid formed partially or totally in rolls.
  • Another magnet (1) placed opposite the attraction means (2) is movable.
  • the function of the circular arc wall is to enable the magnet (1) to be constantly close to the magnet (2) during its movement.
  • Figure 2 When the lid is heavy, it is wise, Figure 2, to use several mobile magnets.
  • the bezel (9), Figure 2 is actuated by two magnets (101,101 ') and the cover (8) by an extended movable magnet (102).
  • the weight of the flap is determined so that it can be activated by only two moving magnets, one for the bezel, the other for the lid.
  • the power of the movable magnet (1) is calculated so as not to disengage from the moving attraction means (2) placed opposite, FIG. 1.
  • the attraction means are positioned facing each other so that their poles attract in an optimized way and do not drop out.
  • the movable magnets have the function of moving the flap from the horizontal position (A), figure 3, to at least the vertical position (B) figure 4.
  • the NF standard requires that the flap be raised to at least 98 ° .
  • Mobile magnets are advantageously actuated by an electric motor. However, they can also be actuated by any other actuator such as a hydraulic jack, tire, etc.).
  • the moving magnets are driven by a single motor associated with a cam.
  • the actuator is judiciously provided with a cam (10), Figure 5, having two lugs (4, 5) placed on two levels.
  • the lug (4) of the cam (10), FIG. 7, bears on the magnet (102) and drives it downwards, which has the effect of lifting the lid (8). , figure (6).
  • the lug (5) causes, in turn, the movable magnet (101), Figure 7, down which has the effect of lifting the telescope (9).
  • the cam (10) being made of ferromagnetic material, the magnets (101, 102) are attracted to said cam and are driven by it when it rises and the flap is raised to 98 °. At 98 ° the necessary torque to produce to engage the closure of the flap is low.
  • the moving magnets (101, 102), FIG. 8, are placed on magnets (11). These arms are associated with a support plate (12). These arms are free to rotate on an arc of at least 98 ° in the housing (15).
  • the attraction power of the magnets (1) and (2) is such that they are placed freely in opposite: the 101 facing the 201 ...
  • the wall segment (7) carrying the housing (6), Figure 15 is slightly raised on the front groove giving the magnet (1) a larger displacement area.
  • the flap is provided with flanges (13) Figure 9, which allow its rotation and prevents it from rubbing on the support wall (7).
  • the base (16) of the flange is introduced into the housing (6) of the magnet (2).
  • the friction between the flap and the flange is effected on the inner wall of said housing which has the effect of making invisible from the outside traces and possible wear resulting therefrom.
  • the flange may be provided with a rolling device, for example a needle bearing (14).
  • the flange whose shape is free, can serve as a holding cap of the magnetic attraction means (2) in its housing (6).
  • the geometry of the housing (6) is related to the shape of the magnetic attraction means (2) and that of the flange to its support mode: axis shape ...
  • the diameter of the flange is greater than that of the housing (6) thus avoiding any friction of the flap in the groove (17).
  • the thickness of the housing is at least equal to the subset to which it is made, the bezel or the lid.
  • Figure 13 the housing of the lid (8) is carried by a groove (17) formed in the bezel (9). The interest of this solution is aesthetic since it allows to completely hide the bezel (9) by the cover (8) in the horizontal plane and seen from above.
  • the to ⁇ rillon (19) of the lid (8) is placed in the groove (17).
  • the housing (20) of the lid is advantageously provided with a magnetic attraction means situated in the immediate vicinity of the magnetic attraction means contained in the housing (6) of the telescope (9) thus supporting the retention of the journal (19). in the throat (17).
  • the flange (13), Figure 12 is shaped so as to move the housing (6) away from the bezel of the wall (7) in a thickness (24) at least equal to that of the lip (23) of the cover (8), Figure 14.
  • the stop (18) of the housing (17) is advantageously positioned at the stop ( 24) of the flange.
  • the end of the flange (24), Figure 12 is located below the level of the common center of rotation "R" of said flange and the housing (6) of the bezel (9).
  • a flange (13) provided with a carrying cross-section favors the positioning of said flange. In case of inadvertent movement, the flange is returned to position when closing the lid
  • the cover (8) is associated with the bezel (9), FIG. 17, by lugs (25) positioned in the axis of the housing (6) or associated with said housing by an interface of the type stud.
  • the lid (8), FIG. 16, is provided with a housing (6) shaped as a rotating cage (26). The association between the two parts is carried out by introducing the housing (6) of the cover (8) between the two housings (6) of the telescope (9).
  • the indentation (27) is presented facing the lug (25) which is introduced into the housing (6) of the lid (8).
  • the lug (25) serves as a means of rotation, the inner wall of the housing (6) of the lid (8) being supported on the end (28) of the lug (25).
  • the lug (25) is provided with at least one bearing (28).
  • This solution coupled to a wall in the form of semi-closed rotation cage as described in patent PCT / FR 2004/003148 is particularly well suited for application in air transport, the flap being held in place in case of flight incident (air hole, ).
  • One of the magnetic attraction means (1) or (2) may not be a permanent magnet.
  • a magnetic material an electromagnet.
  • adjustment means which are the weight of the bezel and cover, the power magnetic attraction ni (yens (1) and (2), the distance from the center "C" of the housing (6), Figure 1, the magnetic attraction means (1).
  • each magnetic attraction means (1) is associated with its own actuator.
  • the control of the flap is performed by the user who activates it via the interface of a button or a photoelectric cell. This emulation triggers the operation of the magnet displacement actuator (1).
  • the combination of an electronic device makes it possible to automate the closure of the flap.
  • This solution is particularly relevant for toilet bowls installed in a public toilet.
  • the closing of the flap can be associated with the unlocking inside the door.
  • this operation is performed automatically when he leaves the toilet cabin.
  • the flap may have a third piece, such as a child's bezel.
  • a third motorization mode of the flap Figure 18, consists in placing the movable magnetic attraction means (1) in the axial extension of the housing of the magnetic attraction means (2) located in the housing (6).
  • the magnetic attraction means (1) driven by an actuator (28) such as a gear motor makes movements back and forth having the effect of lifting or lowering one of the elements constituting the flap (bezel or lid).
  • the housing of the lid and the telescope are combined so that everyone can benefit from a housing end motor.
  • the lid and the bezel each have a housing located at one end of the groove.

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Abstract

Lavatory seat assembly motorization consisting in using the power of a magnet through the support wall of said lavatory seat assembly. A moveable magnet (1) located under the wall (7) having a moon shape causes the movement of the seat (8) and the lid (9) along a circular arc at least from the horizontal position to the vertical position, wherein said lavatory seat assembly is provided with a magnetic means (2) that is located opposite the moveable magnet.

Description

MOTORISATION D'ABATTANT DE WC PAR UN DISPOSITIF MAGNETIQUE MOTORIZATION OF THE TOILET OF A WC BY A MAGNETIC DEVICE
Les usagers de wc publics au sol ou embarqué ( à bord d'avion, train ...) aimeraient ne pas avoir à manipuler l'abattant et en particulier la lunette.Users of public toilets on the ground or onboard (aboard plane, train ...) would like not to have to manipulate the flap and in particular the telescope.
L'objet de ce brevet est d'exposer une solution de motorisation de l'abattant afin de lever et abaisser la lunette ainsi que le couvercle sans être obligé de les mouvoir à la main.The object of this patent is to expose a motorization solution of the flap to raise and lower the bezel and the lid without having to move them by hand.
Il existe diverses solutions brevetées. Toutes font appel à une liaison mécanique entre l'abattant et le dispositif d'actionnement tel le brevet WO 96/06558 ou le brevet WO 03/086161. Les dispositifs décrits sont encombrants et constituent des zones de rétention de salissures. Nous proposons une solution qui évite toute liaison mécanique entre l'abattant et le dispositif de motorisation. Avantageusement, cette solution permet de nettoyer complètement la surface d'appui de l'abattant qui ne comporte aucun insert, aucune aspérité.There are various patented solutions. All use a mechanical connection between the flap and the actuating device such as WO 96/06558 or WO 03/086161. The devices described are bulky and constitute areas of dirt retention. We propose a solution that avoids any mechanical connection between the flap and the motorization device. Advantageously, this solution completely cleans the bearing surface of the flap which has no insert, no roughness.
Notre solution de motorisation, figure 1, consiste à utiliser la puissance d'un moyen d'attraction magnétique à travers la paroi supportant un abattant de wc.Our motorization solution, Figure 1, is to use the power of a magnetic attraction means through the wall supporting a flap toilet.
Un moyen d'attraction magnétique mobile situé sous la paroi en forme de lune entraîne le déplacement d'au moins un sous-ensemble de l'abattant (couvercle ...) sëlôh un arc de cercle au moins de la position horizontale à la position verticale, ledit abattant étant doté d'un moyeri d'àitraction magnétique (2) situé en vis à vis du moyen d'attraction magnéticjue mobile (1).A movable magnetic attraction means located under the moon-shaped wall causes the displacement of at least one subassembly of the flap (lid ...) sëlôh at least one arc of the horizontal position to the position vertical, said flap being provided with a moyeri magnetic stripping (2) located opposite the movable magnetic attraction means (1).
Un actionneur déplace au ririoins un moyen d'attraction magnétique mobile (1).An actuator at least displaces a mobile magnetic attraction means (1).
D'autres caractéristiques apparaîtront à la présentation de la description de la présente invention : La figure 1 , représente un logement (6) contenu dans l'abattant dans lequel est situé un moyen d'attraction magnétique (2) tel un aimant permanent, un électro-aimant, un matériau ferromagnétique ledit abattant reposant sur une paroi support (7). Un moyen d'attraction ferromagnétique mobile (1) tel un aimant permanent, se déplace le long de cette paroi support. La figure 2, représente le couvercle (8) et la lunette (9) d'un abattant avec une partie de paroi (7) et des aimants mobiles (101 , 101', 102).Other features will become apparent upon presentation of the description of the present invention: FIG. 1 shows a housing (6) contained in the flap in which a magnetic attraction means (2) such as a permanent magnet, a electromagnet, a ferromagnetic material said flap resting on a support wall (7). A movable ferromagnetic attraction means (1) such as a permanent magnet, moves along this support wall. Figure 2 shows the cover (8) and bezel (9) of a flap with a wall portion (7) and movable magnets (101, 101 ', 102).
La figure 3, représente un élément de l'abattant, la lunette ou le couvercle, en position horizontale et les moyens d'attraction magnétiques 101, 101', 102 et 201 , 201' et 202. La figure 4, représente un élément de l'abattant, la lunette ou le couvercle, en position verticale.FIG. 3 represents an element of the flap, the bezel or the lid, in horizontal position and the magnetic attraction means 101, 101 ', 102 and 201, 201' and 202. Figure 4 shows an element of the flap, bezel or lid, in a vertical position.
La figure 5, représente une came (10) dotée de 2 ergots (4) et (5).Figure 5 shows a cam (10) with 2 pins (4) and (5).
La figure 6, représente le déplacement du couvercle d'une position horizontale A à au moins une position verticale B.FIG. 6 shows the displacement of the cover from a horizontal position A to at least one vertical position B.
La figure 7, représente une came déplaçant des aimants mobiles 101, 102, l'un après l'autre.Figure 7 shows a cam moving moving magnets 101, 102, one after the other.
La figure 8, représente un porte aimants mobiles monté sur une embase. La figure 9, représente un flasque doté d'un dispositif de roulement.Figure 8 shows a mobile magnets door mounted on a base. Figure 9 shows a flange provided with a rolling device.
La figure 10, représente le dispositif de pilotage d'ouverture et fermeture de l'abattant. La figure 11 , représente une forme de paroi support et un abattant constitué de 2 pièces indépendantes.Figure 10 shows the control device opening and closing of the flap. Figure 11 shows a form of support wall and a flap consisting of 2 independent parts.
La figure 12, représente une variante d'association lunette-couvercle dotée d'un flasque conformé pour permettre une rotation du couvercle de l'horizontal à au moins la verticale. La figure 13, représente une lunette dotée d'une gorge (17) destinée à recevoir le tourillon de rotation (19) du couvercle.FIG. 12 shows a variant of the combination of bezel and cover provided with a flange shaped to allow rotation of the lid of the horizontal to at least the vertical. Figure 13 shows a bezel with a groove (17) for receiving the rotational journal (19) of the cover.
La figure 14, représente un couvercle doté d'un tourillon de rotation (19).Figure 14 shows a lid with a rotational journal (19).
La figure 15, représente une forme de paroi remontant sur l'avant permettant un déplacement plus important du moyen d'attraction mâg'nétique (1). La figure 16, représente un logement (6) doté d'un ergot (25) porteur du logement (6) du couvercle (8) en rotation.FIG. 15 shows a front wall form enabling a greater displacement of the magnetic attraction means (1). Figure 16 shows a housing (6) with a lug (25) carrying the housing (6) of the cover (8) in rotation.
La figure 17, représente un logement du couvercle doté d'une échancrure (27) permettant l'introduction de l'ergot porteur (25) dans le logement (6) du couvercle (8). La figure 18, représente une motorisation axiale de l'abattant.FIG. 17 shows a housing of the cover provided with a notch (27) allowing the insertion of the carrier pin (25) into the housing (6) of the lid (8). Figure 18 shows an axial motor of the flap.
La présente invention consiste en un dispositif de motorisation d'abattant de wc comprenant au moins un moyen d'attraction magnétique (1) mû par un actionneur séparé par au moins une paroi porteuse (7) d'un autre moyen d'attraction magnétique (2) associé à un abattant comprenant une base de rotation (6) permettant le déplacement de la lunette (9) et du couvercle (8) de la position horizontale à au moins la position verticale ledit actionneur étant activé par une commande.The present invention consists of a device for driving a toilet flap comprising at least one magnetic attraction means (1) driven by an actuator separated by at least one carrier wall (7) from another magnetic attraction means ( 2) associated with a flap comprising a rotation base (6) allowing the movement of the bezel (9) and the cover (8) of the horizontal position to at least the vertical position, said actuator being activated by a command.
Selon un mode préféré de réalisation, l'abattant, figure 1 , est doté de rouleaux de rotation (6) formant base de rotation tel que décrit dans les brevets WO 2005/055791A1 . L'abattant est en appui sur une paroi (7) partiellement conformée en arc de cercle. Un aimant (2) est placé dans au moins un des logements de la lunette et du couvercle conformés partiellement ou totalement en rouleaux. Un autre aimant (1) placé en vis à vis du moyen d'attraction (2) est mobile. La conformation de la paroi en arc de cercle a pour fonction de permettre à l'aimant (1) d'être proche de manière constante, pendant son déplacement, de l'aimant (2).According to a preferred embodiment, the flap, FIG. 1, is provided with rotational rollers (6) forming a rotational base as described in the patents WO 2005/055791A1. The flap is supported on a wall (7) partially shaped in an arc. A magnet (2) is placed in at least one of the housings of the bezel and the lid formed partially or totally in rolls. Another magnet (1) placed opposite the attraction means (2) is movable. The function of the circular arc wall is to enable the magnet (1) to be constantly close to the magnet (2) during its movement.
Quand l'abattant est lourd, il est judicieux, figure 2, d'utiliser plusieurs aimants mobiles. Par exemple, la lunette (9), figure 2, est actionnée par deux aimants (101,101') et le couvercle (8) par un aimant mobile rallongé (102). Selon un mode préféré de réalisation, le poids de l'abattant est déterminé de sorte qu'il puisse être activé par seulement deux aimants mobiles, l'un pour la lunette , l'autre pour le couvercle. La puissance de l'aimant mobile (1) est calculée pour ne pas décrocher du moyen d'attraction mobile (2) placé en vis à vis, figure 1. Les moyens d'attraction sont positionnés en vis à vis de sorte que leurs pôles s'attirent de manière optimisée et ne décrochent pas.When the lid is heavy, it is wise, Figure 2, to use several mobile magnets. For example, the bezel (9), Figure 2, is actuated by two magnets (101,101 ') and the cover (8) by an extended movable magnet (102). According to a preferred embodiment, the weight of the flap is determined so that it can be activated by only two moving magnets, one for the bezel, the other for the lid. The power of the movable magnet (1) is calculated so as not to disengage from the moving attraction means (2) placed opposite, FIG. 1. The attraction means are positioned facing each other so that their poles attract in an optimized way and do not drop out.
Les aimants mobiles, ont pour fonction de mouvoir l'abattant de la position horizontale (A), figure 3, à au moins la position verticale (B) figure 4. La norme NF exige que l'abattant soit relevé à au moins 98°.The movable magnets have the function of moving the flap from the horizontal position (A), figure 3, to at least the vertical position (B) figure 4. The NF standard requires that the flap be raised to at least 98 ° .
Les aimants mobiles sont avantageusement actionnés par un moteur électrique. Cependant, ils peuvent être aussi actionnés par tout autre actionneur tel un vérin hydraulique, pneumatique, ...).Mobile magnets are advantageously actuated by an electric motor. However, they can also be actuated by any other actuator such as a hydraulic jack, tire, etc.).
Avantageusement, selon un mode de réalisation préféré, les aimants mobiles sont mus par un seul moteur associé à une came.Advantageously, according to a preferred embodiment, the moving magnets are driven by a single motor associated with a cam.
L'actionneur est judicieusement doté d'une came (10), figure 5, comportant deux ergots (4, 5) placés sur deux niveaux. Lorsque le dispositif est actionné, l'ergot (4) de la came (10), figure 7, prend appui sur l'aimant (102) et l'entraîne vers le bas ce qui a pour effet de lever le couvercle (8), figure (6). Si l'usager continue à activer le dispositif, l'ergot (5) entraîne, à son tour, l'aimant mobile (101), figure 7, vers le bas ce qui a pour effet de lever la lunette (9). Inversement, la came (10) étant en matériau ferromagnétique, les aimants (101,102) sont attirés par la dite came et sont entraînés par elle lorsqu'elle remonte et que l'abattant est relevé à 98°. A 98° le couple nécessaire à produire pour engager la fermeture de l'abattant est faible.The actuator is judiciously provided with a cam (10), Figure 5, having two lugs (4, 5) placed on two levels. When the device is actuated, the lug (4) of the cam (10), FIG. 7, bears on the magnet (102) and drives it downwards, which has the effect of lifting the lid (8). , figure (6). If the user continues to activate the device, the lug (5) causes, in turn, the movable magnet (101), Figure 7, down which has the effect of lifting the telescope (9). Conversely, the cam (10) being made of ferromagnetic material, the magnets (101, 102) are attracted to said cam and are driven by it when it rises and the flap is raised to 98 °. At 98 ° the necessary torque to produce to engage the closure of the flap is low.
Dès que la lunette et le couvercle sont dans une position de fermeture inférieure à 90°, leur masse accompagne l'actionneur sous l'effet de la gravité. Selon un mode préféré de réalisation, les aimants mobiles (101, 102), figure 8, sont placés sur des bras porte aimants(11). Ces bras sont associés à une platine support (12). Ces bras sont libres en rotation sur un arc de cercle d'au moins 98° dans le logement (15). La puissance d'attraction des aimants (1) et (2) est telle qu'ils se placent librement en vis à vis: le 101 face au 201 ...As soon as the bezel and the lid are in a closed position of less than 90 °, their mass accompanies the actuator under the effect of gravity. According to a preferred embodiment, the moving magnets (101, 102), FIG. 8, are placed on magnets (11). These arms are associated with a support plate (12). These arms are free to rotate on an arc of at least 98 ° in the housing (15). The attraction power of the magnets (1) and (2) is such that they are placed freely in opposite: the 101 facing the 201 ...
Avantageusement, le segment de paroi (7) porteur du logement (6), figure 15, est légèrement relevé sur l'avant formant gorge dotant l'aimant (1) d'une aire de déplacement plus importante.Advantageously, the wall segment (7) carrying the housing (6), Figure 15, is slightly raised on the front groove giving the magnet (1) a larger displacement area.
Si l'homme de l'art souhaite utiliser des abattants plats, tel un abattant en bois, la forme de la paroi sera en cascade (figure 11) tel que décrit dans la demande de brevet FR06/01871. A la lunette et au couvercle est associée la motorisation.If one skilled in the art wishes to use flat flaps, such as a wooden flap, the shape of the wall will be cascaded (Figure 11) as described in the patent application FR06 / 01871. With the bezel and the cover is associated the engine.
Selon un mode préféré de réalisation, l'abattant est doté de flasques (13) figure 9, qui permettent sa rotation et lui évite de frotter sur la paroi support (7). Le culot (16) du flasque est introduit dans le logement (6) de l'aimant (2). Avantageusement, le frottement entre l'abattant et le flasque s'effectue sur la paroi interne dudit logement ce qui a pour effet de rendre invisible de l'extérieur les traces et usures éventuelles qui en résultent. Judicieusement, le flasque peut-être doté d'un dispositif de roulement par exemple un roulement à aiguille (14).According to a preferred embodiment, the flap is provided with flanges (13) Figure 9, which allow its rotation and prevents it from rubbing on the support wall (7). The base (16) of the flange is introduced into the housing (6) of the magnet (2). Advantageously, the friction between the flap and the flange is effected on the inner wall of said housing which has the effect of making invisible from the outside traces and possible wear resulting therefrom. Conveniently, the flange may be provided with a rolling device, for example a needle bearing (14).
L'emploi de flasques est conseillé selon le mode de maintien de l'abattant sur la paroi. Si l'abattant est tenu par une cage de rotation tel dans le PCT/FR2004/003148 l'emploi des flasques partiellement ou totalement circulaires évite le frottement de l'abattant dans ladite cage. Quand il est tenu par des aimants tel dans la demande de brevet FR 06/01871 le bon fonctionnement du dispositif de motorisation rend souhaitable l'utilisation des flasques. Avantageusement, le flasque dont la forme est libre, peut servir de bouchon de maintien du moyen d'attraction magnétique (2) dans son logement (6). La géométrie du logement (6) est liée à la forme du moyen d'attraction magnétique (2) et celle du flasque à son mode d'appui : forme d'axe ...The use of flanges is recommended depending on how the flap is held on the wall. If the flap is held by a rotating cage as in PCT / FR2004 / 003148 the use of partially or totally circular flanges avoids the friction of the flap in said cage. When it is held by magnets such in the patent application FR 06/01871 the proper operation of the motorization device makes it desirable to use the flanges. Advantageously, the flange whose shape is free, can serve as a holding cap of the magnetic attraction means (2) in its housing (6). The geometry of the housing (6) is related to the shape of the magnetic attraction means (2) and that of the flange to its support mode: axis shape ...
Selon un mode préféré de réalisation, le diamètre du flasque est supérieur à celui du logement (6) évitant ainsi tout frottement de l'abattant dans la gorge (17). bien entendu, _ l'épaisseur du logement est au moins égale au sous- ensemble auquel il fait corps, la lunette ou le couvercle. Selon un mode de réalisation préféré , figure 13, le logement du couvercle (8) est porté par une gorge (17) constituée dans la lunette (9). L'intérêt de cette solution est esthétique puisqu'elle permet de dissimuler totalement la lunette (9) par le couvercle (8) dans le plan horizontal et vu de dessus.According to a preferred embodiment, the diameter of the flange is greater than that of the housing (6) thus avoiding any friction of the flap in the groove (17). Of course, the thickness of the housing is at least equal to the subset to which it is made, the bezel or the lid. According to a preferred embodiment, Figure 13, the housing of the lid (8) is carried by a groove (17) formed in the bezel (9). The interest of this solution is aesthetic since it allows to completely hide the bezel (9) by the cover (8) in the horizontal plane and seen from above.
Le toμrillon (19) du couvercle (8) se place dans la gorge (17). Le logement (20) du couvercle est avantageusement doté d'un moyen d'attraction magnétique situé à proximité immédiate du moyen d'attraction magnétique contenu dans le logement (6) de la lunette (9) confortant ainsi le maintien du tourillon (19) dans la gorge (17). Afin que le couvercle (8) puisse se lever sans écarte/ la lunette de la paroi (7), avantageusement le flasque (13), figure 12, est conformé de sorte d'éloigner le logement (6) de la lunette de la paroi (7) en une épaisseur (24) au moins égale à celle de la lèvre (23) du couvercle (8), figure 14. L'arrête (18) du logement (17) est avantageusement positionnée au niveau de l'arrête (24) du flasque. Avantageusement, l'arrête du flasque (24), figure 12, est située au- dessous du niveau du centre de rotation commun « R » dudit flasque et du logement (6) de la lunette (9).The toιrillon (19) of the lid (8) is placed in the groove (17). The housing (20) of the lid is advantageously provided with a magnetic attraction means situated in the immediate vicinity of the magnetic attraction means contained in the housing (6) of the telescope (9) thus supporting the retention of the journal (19). in the throat (17). So that the cover (8) can be raised without separation / the bezel of the wall (7), advantageously the flange (13), Figure 12, is shaped so as to move the housing (6) away from the bezel of the wall (7) in a thickness (24) at least equal to that of the lip (23) of the cover (8), Figure 14. The stop (18) of the housing (17) is advantageously positioned at the stop ( 24) of the flange. Advantageously, the end of the flange (24), Figure 12, is located below the level of the common center of rotation "R" of said flange and the housing (6) of the bezel (9).
On comprendra à l'observation de la figure 12 qu'un flasque (13) doté d'une section droite porteuse favorise le positionnement dudit flasque. En cas de déplacement intempestif, le flasque est ramené en position lors de la fermeture du couvercleIt will be appreciated from the observation of FIG. 12 that a flange (13) provided with a carrying cross-section favors the positioning of said flange. In case of inadvertent movement, the flange is returned to position when closing the lid
Selon un autre mode de réalisation, le couvercle (8) est associé à la lunette (9), figure 17, par des ergots (25) positionnés dans l'axe du logement (6) ou associé au dit logement par une interface de type plot. Le couvercle (8), figure 16, est doté d'un logement (6) conformé en cage de rotation (26). L'association entre les deux pièces s'effectue en introduisant le logement (6) du couvercle (8) entre les deux logements (6) de la lunette (9). Lors de l'assemblage du couvercle et de la lunette, l'échancrure (27) est présentée face à l'ergot (25) qui est introduit dans le logement (6) du couvercle (8). L'ergot (25) sert de moyen de rotation, la paroi intérieure du logement (6) du couvercle (8) étant en appui sur l'extrémité (28) dudit ergot (25).According to another embodiment, the cover (8) is associated with the bezel (9), FIG. 17, by lugs (25) positioned in the axis of the housing (6) or associated with said housing by an interface of the type stud. The lid (8), FIG. 16, is provided with a housing (6) shaped as a rotating cage (26). The association between the two parts is carried out by introducing the housing (6) of the cover (8) between the two housings (6) of the telescope (9). When assembling the lid and the bezel, the indentation (27) is presented facing the lug (25) which is introduced into the housing (6) of the lid (8). The lug (25) serves as a means of rotation, the inner wall of the housing (6) of the lid (8) being supported on the end (28) of the lug (25).
Selon un mode de réalisation préféré, pour réduire le frottement, l'ergot (25) est doté d'au moins un roulement (28). Cette solution couplée à une paroi en forme de cage de rotation semi-fermée telle que décrite dans le brevet PCT/FR 2004/003148 est particulièrement bien adaptée pour une application dans les transports aériens, l'abattant étant maintenu en place en cas d'incident de vol (trou d'air, ...).According to a preferred embodiment, to reduce friction, the lug (25) is provided with at least one bearing (28). This solution coupled to a wall in the form of semi-closed rotation cage as described in patent PCT / FR 2004/003148 is particularly well suited for application in air transport, the flap being held in place in case of flight incident (air hole, ...).
L'un des moyens d'attraction magnétiques (1) ou (2) peut ne pas être un aimaήt permanent. On aura, par exemple, recours à url matériau magnétique, à un électro-aimant.One of the magnetic attraction means (1) or (2) may not be a permanent magnet. For example, we will use a magnetic material, an electromagnet.
Au pian mis en œuvre, afin d'éviter des éléments magnétiques trop volumineux, ou un logement (6) trop grand, l'homme de l'art dispose de moyens de réglage qui sont le poids de la lunette et du couvercle, la puissance des niόyens d'attraction magnétiques (1) et (2), l'éloignement du centre « C » du logement (6), figure 1, du moyen d'attraction magnétique (1). Plus l'éloignement du centre « C » du moyen d'attraction magnétique (1) est important, plus le couple de levée-descente de l'abattant est puissant.At yaws implemented, to avoid too large magnetic elements, or housing (6) too large, those skilled in the art has adjustment means which are the weight of the bezel and cover, the power magnetic attraction ni (yens (1) and (2), the distance from the center "C" of the housing (6), Figure 1, the magnetic attraction means (1). The greater the distance from the center "C" of the magnetic attraction means (1), the greater the lift-descent torque of the flap is powerful.
Si l'homme de l'art opte pour un abattant lourd, il peut doubler la motorisation; un actionneur est installé en vis à vis de chaque rouleau de rotation de l'abattant (figure 2). Selon un autre mode de réalisation, chaque moyen d'attraction magnétique (1) est associé à son propre actionneur.If one skilled in the art opts for a heavy flap, it can double the motorization; an actuator is installed opposite each roll of rotation of the flap (Figure 2). According to another embodiment, each magnetic attraction means (1) is associated with its own actuator.
Selon un premier mode de réalisation, le pilotage de l'abattant, figure 10, est réalisé par l'usager qui l'active par l'interface d'un bouton ou d'une cellule photoélectrique. Cette émulation déclenche le fonctionnement de l'actiαnneur de déplacement de l'aimant (1).According to a first embodiment, the control of the flap, FIG. 10, is performed by the user who activates it via the interface of a button or a photoelectric cell. This emulation triggers the operation of the magnet displacement actuator (1).
Selon un autre mode réalisation, l'association d'un dispositif électronique permet d'automatiser la fermeture de l'abattant. Cette solution est particulièrement pertinente pour les cuvettes de wc implantées dans un wc public. La fermeture de l'abattant peut-être associée au déverrouillage intérieur de la porte. Ainsi, si l'usager distrait oublie de fermer l'abattant, cette opération est effectuée automatiquement lorsqu'il sort de la cabine de wc.According to another embodiment, the combination of an electronic device makes it possible to automate the closure of the flap. This solution is particularly relevant for toilet bowls installed in a public toilet. The closing of the flap can be associated with the unlocking inside the door. Thus, if the distracted user forgets to close the lid, this operation is performed automatically when he leaves the toilet cabin.
Selon un autre mode de réalisation, l'abattant peut-être doté d'une troisième pièce, telle une lunette pour enfant. Un autre mode de motorisation de l'abattant, figure 18, consiste à placer le moyen d'attraction magnétique mobile (1) dans le prolongement axial du logement du moyen d'attraction magnétique (2) situé dans le logement (6). Le moyen d'attraction magnétique (1) animé par un actionneur (28) tel un moto réducteur effectue des mouvements d'aller et retour ayant pour effet de lever ou abaisser l'un des éléments constituant l'abattant (lunette ou couvercle). Les logements du couvercle et de la lunette sont combinés de sorte que chacun puisse bénéficier d'une motorisation d'extrémité de logement. Ainsi, quand l'abattant prend appui sur une seule gorge, le couvercle et la lunette ont chacun un logement situé à une extrémité de la gorge. According to another embodiment, the flap may have a third piece, such as a child's bezel. Another motorization mode of the flap, Figure 18, consists in placing the movable magnetic attraction means (1) in the axial extension of the housing of the magnetic attraction means (2) located in the housing (6). The magnetic attraction means (1) driven by an actuator (28) such as a gear motor makes movements back and forth having the effect of lifting or lowering one of the elements constituting the flap (bezel or lid). The housing of the lid and the telescope are combined so that everyone can benefit from a housing end motor. Thus, when the flap is supported on a single groove, the lid and the bezel each have a housing located at one end of the groove.

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1. Abattant de wc motorisé caractérisé en ce qu'un dispositif de motorisation d'abattant de wc comprenant au moins un moyen d'attraction magnétique (1) mû par un actionneur, séparé par au moins une paroi portant (7) un autre moyen d'attraction magnétique (2) associé à un abattant comprenant une base de rotation (6), permet le déplacement de la lunette (9) et du couvercle (8) de la position horizontale à au moins la position verticale ledit actionneur étant activé par une commande.1. Motorized toilet seat characterized in that a toilet seat motor device comprising at least one magnetic attraction means (1) driven by an actuator, separated by at least one wall carrying (7) other means magnetic attraction (2) associated with a flap comprising a rotation base (6), allows the movement of the bezel (9) and the cover (8) from the horizontal position to at least the vertical position, said actuator being activated by An order.
2. Abattant de wc motorisé selon la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce que la base de rotation est constituée d'un logement contenant un moyen d'attraction magnétique et d'un flasque.2. Toilet seat motorized according to claim 1, characterized in that the base of rotation consists of a housing containing a magnetic attraction means and a flange.
3. Abattant de wc motorisé selon les revendications 1 à 3, caractérisé, selon l'un des modes de réalisation, en ce que l'actionneur est doté d'une came à ergots.3. Toilet seat motorized according to claims 1 to 3, characterized, according to one embodiment, in that the actuator is provided with a cam pins.
4. Abattant de wc motorisé selon l'une quelconques des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que l'actionneur est un moteur. δ.Abâttant de wc motorisé selon l'Une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que l'actionneur est un vérin. β.Abattant de wc motorisé, selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que la lunette est dotée d'une gouttière servant de logement au couvercle.4. Toilet seat motorized according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the actuator is a motor. δ.Butting motorized toilet according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the actuator is a jack. β.A motor toilet seat, according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the bezel is provided with a gutter serving as housing for the lid.
7.Abattant de wc motorisé, selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que le couvercle (8) est associé à la lunette (9) par dès ergots (25) positionnés dans l'axe du logement (6) ledit couvercle comportant Un logement (6) conformé en cage de rotation. 8. Abattant de wc motorisé selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que la commande de pilotage de l'abattant est manuelle ou automatique.7.Avattant motorized toilet, according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the cover (8) is associated with the bezel (9) by pins (25) positioned in the axis of the housing (6) said cover comprising a housing (6) shaped as a rotating cage. 8. Toilet seat motorized according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the steering control of the flap is manual or automatic.
9. Abattant de wc motorisé selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que le moyen d'attraction magnétique mobile (1) est placé dans le prolongement axial du logement du moyen d'attraction magnétique (2) situé dans le logement (6).9. Toilet seat motorized according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the movable magnetic attraction means (1) is placed in the axial extension of the housing of the magnetic attraction means (2) located in the housing (6).
10. Abattant de wc motorisé selon la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce que l'actionneur déplace au moins un moyen d'attraction magnétique mobile (1) porté par une tige mobile 10. Toilet seat motor according to claim 1, characterized in that the actuator moves at least one movable magnetic attraction means (1) carried by a movable rod.
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