KR100993938B1 - A movable bathtub apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

A top frame; A cart unit installed below the upper frame and having a wheel for movement; Disclosed is a portable tub device, comprising: a variable length tub installed at an upper portion of the upper frame and having an accommodating portion for accommodating water for bathing, and having a predetermined portion folded to vary an entire length thereof. .

Movable, Bathtub, Folding, Length Adjustable, Swivel, Backrest, Lift

Description

A movable bathtub apparatus

The present invention relates to a mobile bathtub device, and more particularly, to a mobile bathtub device mounted on a vehicle or the like and easy to move.

In general, the portable bathtub device is a device that can be bathed in a residential area or on the spot, such as critically ill, disabled, elderly people.

Recently, due to the long-term care insurance system in Korea, it is expected that the visiting bathing service for home-carey elderly people in China will be activated.

Figure 1 shows a conventional mobile bathtub device, having a configuration of a rubber tube, it should be provided with a separate water supply hose, shower and water supply pump.

However, the conventional mobile bathtub apparatus 1 as shown in FIG. 1 has the following problems.

Since it is a tube type, it takes a lot of time to inject air before preparing a bath in the house, and it also takes a lot of time to remove the injected air after the bath. That is, there is an inconvenience that takes a lot of preparation and cleaning time compared to the actual bath time. As such, when the unnecessary time is consumed a lot, there is a problem that a lot of costs are generated in the visit bath service in which a plurality of bath cases must be performed in a short time. In addition, Figure 2 is a view showing another conventional tub device 2, the leg member 10 with the wheel 12, the support frame 11 which is placed in a horizontal state on the upper portion of the leg member (10) And a tub 12 installed on the support frame 11.

Since the movable tub apparatus 2 having the above configuration has a wheel 12, the movable tub apparatus 2 can be easily moved, and the time required to prepare and organize the movable tub apparatus 1 as shown in FIG. 1 is small, but as follows. There is a problem.

That is, in the case of the movable bath apparatus 2, since the frame is made of a metal material, the weight is heavy, and thus there is a difficult problem when moving to the vehicle.

 In addition, in recent years, the rate of housing in apartments is increasing in advanced countries, as well as in Korea, and thus, the ratio of elderly people who are inconvenient to live in apartments is increasing. On the contrary, in the case of the portable bathtub apparatus 1, it is difficult to mount on an elevator, which is an inter-floor moving means of an apartment due to its structure, and because of its large size, it is difficult to move between floors. In addition, in the case of a Ben-type vehicle in Korea, since it is difficult to secure a sufficient indoor space, there is a problem that it is difficult to move by mounting the mobile bathtub device 2 as shown in FIG.

In addition, in the case of a mounted portable bathtub device, a person with an uncomfortable mobility needs to move to the vehicle and take a bath because the vehicle is equipped with a bathtub. However, in a residential environment or a poor road environment in the city, the vehicle is located adjacent to the residence. This is an inaccessible problem.

The present invention has been made in view of the above, and an object thereof is to provide a mobile bathtub apparatus having an improved structure to be easily moved and to be reduced in size.

Removable bathtub device of the present invention for achieving the above object, the upper plate frame; A cart unit installed below the upper frame and having a wheel for movement; It is installed on the upper plate frame, having a receiving portion for accommodating water for the bath, and a variable length tub that can fold a predetermined portion to change the overall length; characterized in that it comprises a.

Herein, the length-variable bathtub may include: a first bath part fixed to an upper portion of the upper frame and having first side wall parts extending to a predetermined height from an edge of the first bottom part and the first bottom part; And a second bath part rotatably connected to the first bath part, the second bath part having a second bottom part and second side wall parts extending at a predetermined height from an edge of the second bottom part. desirable.

In addition, the first and second bottom portion in contact with each other, it is preferable that the rotating member for rotatably connecting and supporting the first and second bath tub.

In addition, the first and second bath tub is elastically deformable by an external force, it is preferably formed of a waterproof material.

In addition, it is preferable that a drain hole is provided in the second bottom portion.

In addition, the first and second tubular parts connected to each other and rotatable may be formed in a plurality of layers compared to other portions.

In addition, the cart unit, the leg member is upright when positioned on the ground, and is pivotable when mounted on the vehicle; It is preferable to include; the wheel is installed on the lower end of the leg member.

In addition, it is preferable to further include a lifting unit to forcibly fold a portion of the first bath tub to be maintained at a predetermined angle to enable the role of the back of the bath.

In addition, the elevating unit, rotatably installed on the upper plate frame, and supporting a portion of the first bath tub; A link member whose one end is rotatably connected to the pivot bracket; A sliding member which is connected to the other end of the link member in a rotatable manner and reciprocated; And a movable part for forcibly reciprocating the sliding member.

According to the movable bathtub apparatus according to the embodiment of the present invention, since the entire length can be changed by folding the bathtub partially, there is an advantage that can be moved to a desired place by a variety of moving means with less constraints of the moving space.

In addition, by providing a collapsible cart unit, there is an advantage that it is easy to move and mount freely on a vehicle and a general ground.

In addition, it is possible to provide a higher quality bath service by providing a back function of the bath by partially varying the angle of the bath by adjusting the angle.

In addition, there is an advantage that the time required for preparing and arranging the bath is shortened as compared with the related art.

Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings will be described in detail a mobile bathtub device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

3A and 3B, the movable bathtub apparatus according to the embodiment of the present invention includes a top plate frame 110, a cart unit 120 supporting a lower portion of the top frame frame 110, and the top plate frame 110. It is provided with a variable length bath 130 is installed on the top.

The upper frame 110 has a horizontal frame 111, and the side frame 112 connected to the edge of the horizontal frame 111 at a predetermined height. The upper frame 110 of the configuration is formed of a metal material, and serves as a structure for supporting the bath 130.

The cart unit 120 is installed below the upper frame 110, supports the wheel 121 and the wheel 121 for movement, and can be selectively rotated and restored with respect to the upper frame 110 It is provided with a plurality of leg members 122 and link members 123 to be installed. The cart unit 120 having the above configuration is folded when being mounted on the vehicle and is in close contact with the lower side of the upper frame 110 so that the cart unit 120 can be mounted inside the vehicle. And the link member 123 are expanded to support the upper plate frame 110 to be positioned at a predetermined height from the support surface. The cart unit 120 may be equally applicable to a technology applied to a patient carrying cart (carrying cart) that is commonly used in ambulances and the like.

The variable-length bath 130 is installed on the upper plate frame 110, has a receiving portion (130a) for accommodating water for bathing, it is possible to fold a predetermined portion to vary the overall length. The variable-length bathtub 130 includes a first bath unit 131 and a second bath unit 132 extending to be superposed on the first bath unit 131.

The first bath part 131 has a first bottom part 131a and a first side wall part 131b extending at a predetermined height from an edge of the first bottom part 131a. The first bottom portion 131a and the first side wall portion 131b may be integrally formed, and may be formed of a waterproof material having a predetermined thickness, for example, vinyl or synthetic resin. The first side wall portion 131b is provided at a predetermined height to surround three circumferences of the first bottom portion 131a, and serves to prevent water from overflowing to the outside. The first bath tub 131 may be fixed to the upper portion of the upper frame 110 or may be detachably installed.

The second bath portion 132 includes a second bottom portion 132a and a second side wall portion 132b extending at a predetermined height from three edges of the second bottom portion 132a. The second bottom portion 132a may have a structure connected to extend a predetermined length from the first bottom portion 131a, and may be integrally formed with the second side wall portion 132b. The second bath part 132 having such a configuration may also be formed of the same material as the first bath part 131. In addition, the second bath 132 is not supported by the upper frame 110 and is floating in the air. When the leg part of the bather is positioned, the second bath 132 is not subjected to a large load so that it can maintain a stable state. do. That is, when there is no bather or lies down on the first bottom portion 131a, the leg portion of the person bathing toward the second bath portion 132 is positioned.

It is preferable that the drain hole 132c is installed in the second bottom portion 132a.

In addition, the first and second bottom portion (131a, 132a) in contact with each other, it is preferable that the rotating member 133 is connected to support the first and second tub (131,132) so as to be rotated and nested. Do. The rotation member 133 may include a conventional hinge member, it is fixed to the inside of the tub 130, it may be formed of a metal material.

In addition, as shown in FIGS. 4A and 4B, the folding portions 135 of the first and second bath parts 131 and 132 are thinner than the other portions so that the folding positions are not changed and the folding portions are stably folded. It becomes possible. In addition, the folding portion 135 has a structure having an outer shell 130a and an inner shell 130b so that at least two or more layers can be prevented from being worn or damaged by repeatedly folding. Here, the bath 130 may be configured to include an outer shell (130a) and the inner shell (130b) of the waterproof material, and the interior material (130c) having elasticity. Naturally, the interior material 130c may be made of various materials such as urethane material, fiber material, rubber material, synthetic resin, and vinyl to provide a cushion. The endothelial 130b may be made of natural or artificial leather, artificial fibers, rubber materials, etc. to improve durability.

When the variable length bathtub 130 having the above configuration is folded by forcibly pivoting the second tub 132 around the folding portion 135, as illustrated in FIG. 5, the entire tub 130 is formed. The length can be reduced. Therefore, it can be easily mounted and carried in a cramped vehicle, as well as being carried in an elevator, which is a means of transportation of an apartment.

6, 7A and 7B, the mobile bathtub apparatus according to another embodiment of the present invention includes a top plate frame 110, a cart unit 120, a variable length bathtub 130 ′, and The elevating unit 140 is provided. In FIG. 6 to FIG. 7B, the same reference numerals are given to the same components as those described with reference to FIGS. 3 to 5, and detailed descriptions thereof will be omitted.

Here, the first tub 131 is provided with a portion 136 that is folded in a predetermined portion to enable a backrest structure in which a portion can be erected at a predetermined angle to support the back of the bather. The rotating member 133 is built in the folding part 136, and may have the same configuration as the folding part 135 described above.

In addition, the so-called back portion 130b, which is erected at a predetermined angle with respect to the folding portion 136 of the first tub 131, may be forcibly lifted or lowered by the elevating unit 140. .

The lifting unit 140 can be both manual and automatic, in the example of the present invention will be described taking the example of the hand. That is, referring to FIGS. 7A and 7B, the lifting unit 140 is pivotally connected to the upper plate frame 110 so as to be rotatable to support a part of the first bath tub 131, that is, the backrest 130b. 141, a link member 142 having one end rotatably connected to the pivot bracket 141, and the other end of the link member 142 rotatably connected, and a reciprocating sliding member 143. And a movable part 144 for moving the sliding member 143 in a yellowed manner. The movable part 144 is rotatably installed with respect to the upper plate frame 110, and is preferably a lead screw screwed to the sliding member 143, and a rotary knob 145 is installed at an end thereof. Accordingly, when the movable handle 144 is rotated in one of the directions by holding the rotary knob 145, the sliding member 144 moves along the rotation direction, thereby interlocking the link member 142 to adjust the posture of the rotation bracket 141. You can adjust it.

Of course, in order to automatically operate the elevating unit 140, although not shown, by rotating the sliding member 143 reciprocating using a hydraulic driving unit (including an inlet piston and a hydraulic cylinder) instead of the movable portion 144. It can be understood that the bracket 141 can be rotated by those skilled in the art. Therefore, in the example of the present invention will be omitted for the structure of the automatic lifting unit using the hydraulic piston unit.

As described above, in the case of the mobile bathtub apparatus according to another embodiment of the present invention, the length-variable bathtub 130 'can be rotated or folded at two portions 135 and 136, thereby making it difficult to adjust the length. Since it is possible to provide a back function for the bath, there is an advantage to provide a higher quality service, it is possible to take a bath in a comfortable state.

1 and 2 each show a conventional mobile bathtub device.

Figure 3a is a perspective view showing a removable bathtub device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 3b is a view showing a state in which the cart unit is folded in Figure 3a.

Figure 4a is a cross-sectional view showing a variable length bath shown in Figure 3a.

Figure 4b is an enlarged view of the main portion of Figure 4a.

5 is a view for explaining a state of use of the mobile bathtub device shown in Figure 3a.

Figure 6 is a perspective view showing a removable bathtub device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7A is a partial cross-sectional view of the mobile bathtub apparatus shown in FIG. 6; FIG.

Figure 7b is a view for explaining the driving state of the lifting unit in the state of Figure 7a.

<Description of Symbols for Main Parts of Drawings>

110. Top frame 120. Cart unit

130,130 '.. Adjustable length bathtub 131,132 .. First and second bathtubs

133.Rotating member 135,136.Folding part

140. Lifting Unit 141. Rotating Bracket

142 Link member 143 Sliding member

144..Movable member

Claims (9)

Top frame; A cart unit installed under the upper frame and having a wheel for movement; And It is installed on top of the top frame, having a receiving portion for accommodating water for the bath, a variable length tub that can be folded in a predetermined portion to vary the overall length; includes, The variable length bathtub, A first bath unit fixed to an upper portion of the upper plate frame and having first side wall portions extending to a predetermined height from an edge of the first bottom portion and the first bottom portion; And a second bath part rotatably connected to the first bath part, the second bath part having a second bottom part and second side wall parts extending at a predetermined height from an edge of the second bottom part. The first and second bath units, the interior material having an elastic so as to be elastically deformable by an external force; It is configured to include the outer shell of the waterproof material, The first and second tubular parts connected to each other and rotatable are formed in a plurality of layers compared to other portions, including the inner skin, but are thinner than other portions. delete The movable bathtub apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the first and second bottom portions are in contact with each other, and a rotating member for rotatably connecting and supporting the first and second bath parts is embedded. delete The movable bathtub apparatus according to claim 1, wherein a drain hole is provided in the second bottom portion. delete The cart unit of claim 1, wherein the cart unit comprises: A leg member that is upright when positioned on the ground and pivotally rotated when mounted on a vehicle; And a wheel installed at the bottom of the leg member. The method according to claim 3 or 5, And a lifting unit configured to forcibly fold a portion of the first bath tub to be maintained at an angle to allow the bath to serve as a backrest of the bath. The method of claim 8, wherein the lifting unit, A rotating bracket rotatably installed on the upper frame and supporting a portion of the first bath tub; A link member whose one end is rotatably connected to the pivot bracket; A sliding member which is connected to the other end of the link member in a rotatable manner and reciprocated; And And a movable unit for forcibly reciprocating the sliding member.

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