WO2020217153A1

WO2020217153A1 - Integrated sanitation and reservoir system

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Publication number: WO2020217153A1
Application number: PCT/IB2020/053706
Authority: WO
Inventors: Soham Bhowmick; Priyanka Harde
Original assignee: Haladker, Hersh
Priority date: 2019-04-25
Filing date: 2020-04-20
Publication date: 2020-10-29

Abstract

An integrated sanitation and reservoir system comprising of: walls clasped together at the edges which are rested on a metal base frame and the walls and tank are molded as a single module, and the top of the metal base frame has a lid to cover a squat toilet pan and the walls rested on the metal base frame are extended by a sheet extending from the neck of the water tank thus forming the extension of the wall to a roof which is elevated and the roof comprises of multiple channels directed to an outlet to guide the water falling on the roof to the water tank which is molded in to the walls as a single module.

Description

INTEGRATED SANITATION AND RESERVOIR SYSTEM

TECHNICAL· Mi l l)

[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to the field of integrated sanitation system. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a mobile sanitary system enabled to function as a reservoir.

BACKGROUND

[0002] Sanitation systems are well known in the art. There are various mobile sanitation systems connected to waste treatment facilities which deal with collected waste. The mobile sanitation systems are of great use in public spaces, but exposure of the user to odour and sewage is not fixed. Also, mobile sanitary systems have long been having the issue of weight and cumbersome installation process.

[0003] The existing mobile squat toilet systems also have durability issues with limited usage and have no reservoir system for storing water from natural resources.

BRIEF SUMMARY

[0004] The following presents a simplified summary of the disclosure in order to provide a basic understanding to the reader. This summary is not an extensive overview of the disclosure and it does not identify key/critical elements of the invention or delineate the scope of the invention. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts disclosed herein in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later. [0005] Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure are directed towards an integrated sanitation and reservoir system.

[0006] An exemplary object of the present disclosure is directed towards light weight and easily mountable structures using minimal man power.

[0007] Another exemplary object of the present disclosure is directed towards sufficient ventilation for the user of the sanitation system.

[0008] Another exemplary object of the present disclosure is directed towards a self standing mobile structure.

[0009] Yet another exemplary object of the present disclosure is directed towards using rain water harvesting.

[00010] An exemplary aspect of the present subject matter is directed towards walls clasped together at the edges which are rested on a metal base frame where the walls and tank are molded as a single module, and the top of the metal base frame has a lid to cover a squat toilet pan and the walls rested on the metal base frame are extended by a sheet extending from the neck of the water tank thus forming the extension of the wall to a roof which is elevated and the roof comprises of multiple channels directed to an outlet to guide the water falling on the roof to the water tank which is molded in to the walls as a single module.

BRTFF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[00011] Other objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of the preferred embodiments, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like reference numerals have been used to designate like elements, and wherein: [00012] FIG. 1 is a diagram depicting an integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[00013] FIG. 2 is an exploded view of an integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[00014] FIG. 3A-3B are diagrams representing a base metal frame for stability of the sanitary system and a sanitary system attached to the base metal frame, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[00015] FIG 4A-4D are diagrams representing the usage of water tanks in the surrounding walls, arrangement of the walls and a water tank are molded as a single module, and installation with various orientations of the tank molded wall respectively, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. [00016] FIG. 5 is a diagram depicting a detailed view of triangular extrusions on the walls of the integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[00017] FIG. 6A-6B is a diagram depicting the fitting of the tap as a water outlet on the side wall of the tank molded wall and bottom face of the tank, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[00018] FIG. 7A is a diagram depicting an internal plumbing structure on the side wall of the integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[00019] FIG. 7B is a diagram depicting a slotting mechanism with positive and negative modules for easy tank assembly, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. [00020] FIG. 8 is a diagrammatic representation of a rain water harvesting mechanism integrated in the sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[00021] FIG. 9 is a diagrammatic representation of the sewage system in the integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. m i AII I I) DESCRIPTION

[00022] It is to be understood that the present disclosure is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The present disclosure is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or of being carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.

[00023] The use of“including”,“comprising” or“having” and variations thereof herein is meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof as well as additional items. The terms“a” and“an” herein do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced item. Further, the use of terms “first”,“second”, and“third”, and the like, herein do not denote any order, quantity, or importance, but rather are used to distinguish one element from another.

[00024] Referring to FIG. 1 is a diagram 100, depicting an integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. The integrated sanitation and reservoir system (referred to as system from now on) is configured to perform multiple functions for the user, not limiting to, bathing, washing, utilizing the system for sanitary purposes and as a water reservoir. The system comprises of five parts: metal frame comprising of four legs 102, a base (including commode lid) represented in subsequent figures, three tanks which are molded to the walls 104, door 106 and the roof 110 which is elevated. The figure further depicts a lid 112 for the tank in the wall, and a tap 114 as a water outlet. The metal frame is made of mild steel and parts like walls 104, door 106 and the roof 110 which are elevated are made up of, not limiting to, plastic. The roof 110 which is elevated comprises of various channels 108 guided through the roof 110 to the tanks which are molded to the walls 104.

The system comprises of a squat toilet housed on a base of the metal frame and with a lid (not shown in figure 100). The user is a person who intends to use the system for at least one of: sanitation, water refilling in the water tanks and the like. Tap 114 when fitted for outdoor activities facilitate to flush out tank water completely upon requirement. The tank water is accessible from inside and outside the squat toilet with the use of tap on the inside wall as well as the tap on the bottom part of the tank respectively.

[00025] Referring to FIG. 2 is an exploded view 200, of an integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. The exploded view in the figure 200 is an extension of the description of various parts of the system described in figure 100 is inclusive of three tanks which are molded to the walls 104 to form a single module, door 106 and the roof 110 which is elevated and comprises of various channels 108 guided through the roof 110 to the tanks which are molded to the walls 104. The figure depicts an attachment 202 (top of a metal frame) and the squat toilet pan (not shown in the figure) which has a lid 203 that covers the toilet pan and is connected to the toilet base. An external area represented as 206 is for other activities intended to be performed by the user, not limiting to, washing, cleaning and the like. The external area 206 is placed outside the system and is configured to be utilized without the user entering the premises of the squat toilet. The metal base 204 is designed to rest the walls 104 on it. [00026] Referring to FIG. 3A-3B are diagrams (300a-300b), representing a base metal frame for stability of the sanitary system and a sanitary system attached to the base metal frame, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 300a depicts the base metal frame 204 whose top end (202 of FIG.

2) is configured to house a squat toilet pan on it. This arrangement is described with details in figure 300b. The walls 104 and the water tank are molded as a single module and are rested on the base metal frame 204 given the sufficient width of the tanks. For real estate purposes the dimensions may not be limited to 4ft X 4ft (internal).

[00027] Figure 300b depicts an attachment (top of a metal frame) 202 of the squat toilet pan 302b which has a lid 203. The lid of the toilet pan 203 (referred to as the lid) has many holes 304b which act as a ventilator as well as a drain for water when the user uses closes the squat toilet pan 302b with a lid 203 to take bath or other non-sanitation purposes i.e. the same area can be used for bathing and washing. Once the lid 203 is covered, the surface becomes flat. Further, this flat surface can then be used for other purposes, not limiting to, bathing, laundry etc. The lid 203 is preferably made of plastic with high durability. The holes 304b ensures water flow resulting in constant cleaning of the squat toilet lid 203. The toilet base which holds the pan is placed once the walls 104 are up and standing wedging the tanks between the metal frame and base which can also be called a floor. The walls 104 are clasped together at the edges making it a self-standing structure. The motif on the lid 203 brings out a cultural aspect and sense of relativity for the user. This ensures that the user stays away from the social norms and the toilet is being used for multipurpose activity like bathing and washing area. The washing area is a part of the squat toilet unit. The unit comprises of the washing area as one of the parts/module. The washing area is provided for the user to use the unit actively.

[00028] Referring to FIG 4A-4D are diagrams (400a-400d), representing the usage of water tanks in the surrounding walls, arrangement of water tank molded in the wall, and installation with various orientations of the tank molded wall respectively, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. A closed lid 402a of the tank molded inside the wall 104 is used to prevent the entry of unwanted elements in the tank. A sheet 404a extends from the neck of the tank forming the extension of the wall 104 which rises above and also provides structural strength. The squat toilet pan 302b which has a lid 203 is also seen in the figure 400a. As a continuation to the description 402b represents a lid which is open for the tank and wall molded as a single module. The lid open 402b gives the flexibility to the users to take out water with a beaker or vessel or to pour in water into the tank or to clean the tank. Figures 400c and 400d depict tank molded wall 104 which are identical making the installation a simpler activity and without orientation (402c and 402d) issues. The tanks in the walls 104 have a provision 404d for fitting a tap which is customizable. Cuts down material cost as tank becomes half a wall. Also adding on to the structural strength. The tank water is accessible from inside and outside the squat toilet with the use of tap on the inside wall as well as the tap on the bottom part of the tank respectively.

[00029] Referring to FIG. 5 is a diagram 500, depicting a detailed view of triangular extrusions on the walls of the integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. The orientation 402c of the corners of the wall 104 and the provision 404d for fitting a tap which is customizable is depicted in the figure 500. Also depicted is the squat toilet pan’s lid 203 with holes 304. The figure 500 depicts triangular extrusion/extrusions 502 on the walls 104 attach the wall extension through the frame which is extendible. This arrangement helps in holding the roof for the system.

[00030] Referring to FIG. 6A-6B is a diagram (600a-600b), depicting the fitting of the tap as a water outlet on the side wall of the tank molded wall and bottom face of the tank, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. The tank side of the wall is depicted as 104 in both the figures 600a and 600b. The tap 114 is fitted on the wall 104. With reference to the figures, 602a and 602b is the groove attached to the rear end of the tap 114 which is customized to fit in the counter grove 608a and 608b fitted in the wall 104. The lever 604a and 604b are rotatable and used to open the tap 114 for the flow of water and close to stop the flow of water. The outlet for water from the tap 114 is depicted as 606a and 606b. An extra connectivity to another plumbing source is depicted as 610a and 610b. As described earlier 404a is the sheet that extends from the neck of the tank forming the extension of the wall 104 which rises above and also provides structural strength.

[00031] Referring to FIG. 7A is a diagram 700a, depicting an internal plumbing structure on the side wall of the integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. As depicted in the figure, 112 is the closed lid for the tank, 114 is the tap and 104 is the wall molded with water tank as a single module and a“L” shaped internal plumbing system 702a runs through the wall 104 which has the water tanks molded in them and which reduce the efforts to manually fill the tank with water. An enhanced view of the“L” shaped internal plumbing system 702a depicts a valve 702ai to close and open the water supply to the tank through the plumbing system 702a and 704ai is the soldered“L” shaped pipe to ensure connectivity across the walls. The Internal Plumbing structure connects all the water tanks molded with walls as a single module together, which allows the user to use each of the tank with the flexibility of using all the tanks together, or one tank at a time by turning on/off the valve 702ai.

[00032] Referring to FIG. 7B is a diagram 700b, depicting a slotting mechanism with positive and negative modules for easy tank assembly, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. The figure depicts the wall 104 which has the water tanks molded in them. The water tanks have lids 112 with a slope for rain water harvesting. A module system 702b is used for assembling the tank integrated into the wall as a single module. A positive module 702bi and a negative module 704bi are configured to be fixed at each side of the wall for tank assembly. The positive module 702bi and the negative module 704bi is configured to act like grooves for easy tank assembly.

[00033] Referring to FIG. 8 is a diagrammatic representation 800, of a rain water harvesting mechanism integrated in the sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. The elevated roof 110 from the wall 104 which is extended by the sheet 404a from the neck of the tank forming the extension ensures constant air circulation in the system and preventing the user from being claustrophobic. The raise roof 110 has folds 802 and spaces between each fold 804 to form a channel for the rain which falls on the roof to be directed with controlled speed to an outlet 806 so that it can be guided to the tank molded in the walls 104. Slope on the tank lid 112 facilitates rain water harvesting. Slope on the tank lid 112 facilitates rain water harvesting.

[00034] Referring to FIG. 9 is a diagrammatic representation 900, of the sewage system in the integrated sanitation and reservoir system, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure. The human waste passed through the squat toilet pan (described earlier) is expelled out of the system through a funnel 902 which narrows the collected waste to pass through a pipe called P-trap 904 to be collected into a septic tank 906. The septic tank 906 works on the common principle of segregation and decomposition of the human waste to successfully treat the human waste and ensure the system is clean and prevented from clogging. The septic tank 906 may be made from at least one of: cement; concrete; and plastic. [00035] Although the present disclosure has been described in terms of certain preferred embodiments and illustrations thereof, other embodiments and modifications to preferred embodiments may be possible that are within the principles and spirit of the invention. The above descriptions and figures are therefore to be regarded as illustrative and not restrictive. [00036] Thus the scope of the present disclosure is defined by the appended claims and includes both combinations and sub combinations of the various features described herein above as well as variations and modifications thereof, which would occur to persons skilled in the art upon reading the foregoing description.

Claims

Claims:

1. An integrated sanitation and reservoir system comprising of: walls clasped together at the edges, whereby each of the plurality of walls are rested on a metal base frame and the walls and a water tank are molded as a single module, whereby the top of the metal base frame has a lid to cover a squat toilet pan, whereby the plurality of walls rested on the metal base frame are extended by a sheet that extends from the neck of the water tank forming the extension of the wall to a roof which is elevated, whereby the roof comprises of a plurality of channels directed to an outlet to guide the water falling on the roof into the water tank are molded with the wall as a single module.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein the walls on the metal base is a self-standing structure.

3. The system of claim 1, wherein a plurality of holes are on the lid covering the squat toilet pan to provide ventilation.

4. The system of claim 1, wherein metal base frame is made up of mild steel.

5. The system of claim 1, wherein the floor holding the squat toilet pan is placed after the walls stands.

6. The system of claim 1, wherein an L shaped internal plumbing system runs through the water tanks molded with the walls.

7. The system of claim 1, wherein the water tank side of the wall is fitted with a tap as an outlet for water from the water tank.

8. The system of claim 1, wherein an external area located under the tap for performing non-sanitation activities.

9. The system of claim 1, wherein triangular extrusions are used to attach the wall extension through Itte frame which is extendible.

10. The system of claim 1, wherein a slotting mechanism with positive module and negative module is configured to attach one side ot the wall to the otlsei side of the wall.

1 1 . The system of claim 1 wherein a septic tank is connected to the system through a tunnel and P-trap for collection of human waste generated.