Abstract: Apparatus for controlling pivotal movement of a pivotal member on a water closet includes a casing mounted on the water closet, a rotor rotatably mounted in the casing and viscous material interposed between the rotor and the casing providing relative rotational resistance between the rotor and the casing. A joint member coaxial with the rotor is provided and a spring clutch is operably disposed between the rotor and the joint member and operable to drive the rotor in one direction when the joint member is rotated in one direction while permitting the joint member to rotate in an opposite direction without driving the rotor member in such opposite direction. A shaft is connected to the pivotal member, the shaft being coaxial with the joint member.

Abstract: A fastening assembly coupled to a hinge assembly of a sanitary fixture so that a seat and/or cover can be pivotably mounted thereto. The fastening assembly includes a deformable elastic bushing, which is positioned in each mounting hole provided on the rear shelf of the sanitary fixture, an internally threaded ring mounted in the lower end of the bushing, and a rod having a complimentary threaded lower end threadedly coupled to the threaded ring which deforms the bushing when drawn upwards to its mounted position. Thereafter, a hinge post is mounted over the upper end of the rod.

Abstract: Said cover (1) comprises a seat (3) and a lid (4), which are hinged on a base (6) attached to the back of bowl (2). Seat (3) and lid (4) are joined together by hinge (5) and quick fastening device (8, 19) is provided to attach seat/lid unit (3, 4) to fixed base (4), or to unlock said unit so that it may be removed, without separating seat (3) from lid (4). Said disassembly and reassembly operations, especially for cleaning purposes, are thus facilitated.

Abstract: An adjustable hinge assembly to be fastened to a sanitary fixture, such as a bidet or a toilet, and to a seat and/or cover, is disclosed. The movable hinge element is shaped so as to be insertable into a correspondingly shaped fixed element mounted in the rear of the seat and/or cover, respectively. The movable hinge element is provided with means to fix the movable element at a desired insertion depth so that the front section of the seat and/or cover match the outer peripheral profile of the front upper rim of the fixture.

Abstract: A toilet assembly comprising a toilet bowl, an upper member including a rearward end having a width, and only one hinge including a hinge post portion connected to the toilet bowl, and a hinge leaf portion which is pivotally connected to the upper member adjacent the rearward end of the upper member and which extends across substantially the entire width of the rearward end of the upper member.

Abstract: A vacuum sewer arrangement comprises a valve controlled air inlet duct to let air into the vacuum sewer at a position downstream of the sewer valve. The sewer valve can then be closed immediately after the sewage has passed into the vacuum sewer, because the air required for the sewage transport is received form the air inlet duct. hence, the amount of air that flows into the sewer through the sewer valve when the sewer valve opens is small, and when the sewer valve is closed, air flows through the air inlet duct into the sewer, which reduces the pressure difference acting on the sewer valve. These measures tend to considerably reduce the noise level. In the case of a vacuum toilet sewer arrangement, the noise level can be further reduced by providing the toilet bowl with a lid forming a substantially airight and soundproof closure at the top of the bowl.

Abstract: A vibrating toilet seat is provided, wherein a vibrating motor is placed within a cushioned toilet seat. The motor is automatically actuated when the user sits on the seat. The motor can also be turned on manually. Power for the vibrating unit can be derived from a battery pack, or the unit can be plugged into a standard wall outlet. The invention can be used in conjunction with existing cushioned toilet seats, which can be easily modified to accommodate the vibrator motor and switching mechanism. The invention is not limited to use with toilet seats, but can also be used with automobile seats, or with other types of seats.

Abstract: An apparatus for positively positioning a seat on the rim of a toilet bowl to prevent the seat from accidently sliding off of the rim is disclosed. A first plurality of positioning members is attached to the upper surface of the rim, while a second plurality of positioning members is attached to the lower surface of the seat. The first and second pluralities of positioning members are formed having complementary male and female shapes and are located such that they engage one another when the seat is lowered onto the rim. When so engaged, the positioning members prevent the seat from sliding laterally relative to the rim. The male positioning members are preferably formed having the shape of a truncated cone, while the female positioning members are preferably formed having a complementary shaped recess. Adhesive tape may be used to attach the positioning members to the seat and the rim.

Abstract: The nut apparatus is formed by a body member having two ends with a threaded aperture extending therethrough between the two ends for receiving the threaded shank of a bolt or the like. The body member has a tapered portion at one end for partial insertion into an aperture formed through the structure of the toilet through which the bolt is to extend. An arm extends from the body member at a position between the base of the tapered portion and the other of the two ends of the body member transversely to the axis of the threaded aperture for engaging structure of the toilet to hold the body member stationary while the bolt is screwed into the threaded aperture or unscrewed from the threaded aperture. The body member, the tapered portion, and the arm are integral with each other and are formed of a suitable soft plastic material. A scored line extends across the width of the arm to facilitate breaking of the arm at the scored line to shorten the arm if desired.

Abstract: A Velcro latching device for a torroidal toilet seat and a toilet seat cover. In a first embodiment an elongated attaching strap has one end adhesively secured to an upper surface to a toilet seat cover and a Velcro attaching device at its free end. A Velcro patch member is adhesively secured to the lower surface of the toilet seat cover to receive the Velcro attaching device on its exposed surface. The elongated attaching strap is sufficiently long to be looped over the toilet seat so as to engage the Velcro patch member and thereby secure the toilet seat to the cover member when each are in a raised position. In the second embodiment, the elongated strap is adhesively secured to the under surface of the toilet seat cover and the Velcro patch member is adhesively secured to the upper surface of the toilet seat cover.

Abstract: Impact absorbing bumpers are contoured to be seated on the supporting surfaces of toilet bowl rims in cross-sectional alignment therewith at angularly spaced locations before attachment to the underside of a toilet seat. The toilet seat when hingedly mounted on the toilet bowl is displaced to its lowered position for attachment to the seated bumpers by adjustable attaching means.

Abstract: A toilet light assembly which is mounted on the underside of a lid for a toilet and has a bulb which is energized by a gravity switch with movement of the lid from a lowered to a raised position.

Abstract: A toilet seat up indicator is housed in a flat curvilinear shaped housing for fitting underneath the rim of a toilet seat. The housing contains compartments for a flashing light, batteries, an integrated circuit flasher, a mercury switch and capacitors. A cover bearing a message such as SEAT UP is slidably mounted on the housing in mounting slots over the flashing light. The mercury switch activates the flasher when the seat is up.

Abstract: A raised toilet seal is superimposed upon the bowl of a conventional toilet. A clamp has a section which fits into a space provided when the lid and the seat of the conventional toilet are lifted and has another section which engages the back of the raised superimposed toilet seat, whereby the raised superimposed toilet seat is secured to the conventional toilet.

Abstract: This invention related to solid and/or cushioned toilet seat assemblies. More specifically this invention is directed to a toilet seat assembly wherein the seat and cover have magnetic elements to prevent the seat from falling down while in use of while the toilet bowl is being cleaned.

Abstract: A seat and cover assembly for a toilet bowl including a seat member and a cover member pivotally mounted to a mounting block for movement relative to the bowl between an upright position and a lowered position. Springs are provided for biasing the seat member and the cover member into an abutting relationship in both the upright and lower positions of the members, and a magnetic latch assembly quick-releasably secures the cover member in its upright position.

Abstract: A cover for a toilet seat and lid comprising a pocket adapted to be releasably secured over a typical ovate lid and having a face-like contour on one side. A pair of arms integrally and flexibly extend from an open edge of the pocket beneath the face-like contour, and are of a length and configuration to overlie the toilet seat with the free-ends of the arms partially overlapped. The arms terminate in hands having opposed hook-and-loop fastener patches for securing the hands to each other when not in use.

Abstract: A seat for a toilet pan comprises a disposable and interchangeable annular member arranged to be used in place of the customary flap-seat. The member has means for positioning it relative to the holes provided, in customary manner, in the rear top area of the pan. The positioning means are arranged such that the member can be rapidly and positioned simply and removed.

Abstract: A seat and cover assembly for a toilet bowl including a seat member and a cover member pivotally mounted to a mounting block for movement relative to the bowl between an upright position and a lowered position. Springs are provided for biasing the seat member and the cover member into an abutting relationship in both the upright and lower positions of the members, and a magnetic latch assembly quick-releasably secures the cover member in its upright position.

Abstract: A pair of anchoring means are secured to the rear portion of a toilet bowl by means of a suitable fastener. The head end of the anchoring means which have an annular groove formed therein extend above the toilet bowl and are positioned in similarly sized and shaped openings in a supporting plate to which the toilet seat is pivotally coupled. A pair of rotatable locking pins each having a notch therein extend through the supporting plate for selective engagement and disengagement with the respective annular groove in the head end of the anchoring means.

Abstract: A horizontal seat member defining a central vertical opening therethrough is provided for stationary support from the open upper end of a toilet bowl. The seat member includes front, rear and opposite side portions and defines an upper seat surface which is upwardly concave in a front-to-rear extending direction for more readily conforming to the lower torso configuration of a person having his or her legs bent sharply in positions similar to those assumed when the person is in a squatting position.

Abstract: A cushioned toilet seat, and a method for its manufacture, are disclosed, wherein the cushion material is itself formed and shaped during the process of manufacture. The cushion material comprises polyurethane foam which is formed from a reaction mixture placed within a vacuum-forming mold which is used to shape the seat. The seat is supported by a stiff annular member, and is completely enclosed by suitable soft plastic, which plastic is heat-sealed for sturdy construction. No holes need be made in the seat during the manufacturing process.

Abstract: A cushioned toilet seat is made by first forming a sealed air-and-water tight annular inner tube having a configuration corresponding to that of the end product, then vacuum forming an annular recess or cavity in a first sheet of a cover material, then placing the previously formed sealed inner tube into the annular cavity, then placing a rigid annular member into the cavity on top of the inner tube, then placing a flat sheet of cover material over the cavity, and sealing it closed. Variations are disclosed in one of which the inner tube is filled or partially filled with a polyurethane foam produced by placing a quantity of expandable foamable polyurethane resin reaction mixture in the inner tube before sealing and then sealing the inner tube closed before the foam is fully expanded. In another embodiment, the inner tube is filled or partially filled with water.

Abstract: A toilet seat for inducing bowel movements including an elongated buttock supporting member having a general curvature to overlie a portion of a toilet bowl upper surface, said buttock supporting member having a buttock contacting upper surface including an inner portion of said upper surface and an outer portion of said upper surface, said inner portion contoured concavely over a portion of said buttock contacting upper surface, and said outer portion contoured convexly over a portion of said buttock contacting upper surface, said concave contoured portion defining a concave curvature defined by the outermost concave points of said buttock contacting surface, said concave curvature having a greater degree of curvature than the general curvature of said buttock supporting member.

Abstract: A semi-squat toilet seat: The toilet seat has enlarged inward sloping opposite middle portions for the supportive engagement of the user's thighs and an opening including enlarged front and rear portions and a relatively narrow middle portion. The lack of any support areas in the front and rear portions of the toilet seat in combination with the inwardly sloped configuration of the enlarged opposite middle portions positions the user into a semi-squat position, thighs and buttocks spread apart, legs angled upwardly, body bent forward at the waist, over the middle portion of a toilet bowl. The enlarged front and rear portions of the opening allow the insertion of the hand for blotting and wiping and prevent soiling.

Abstract: A cover for a water closet seat which includes an annular panel of flexible fabric having an inner peripheral edge and an outer peripheral edge, and adapted to fit across and cover the upper surface of a water closet seat. A band of resilient material is mounted at and around the outer peripheral edge of the panel and constrictively urges the outer peripheral edge to a contracted, converged position. A hem channel is carried by the panel at its inner periphery, and is transversely traversed by a channel closure which blocks the channel at one point around its peripheral extent. At a location spaced along the hem channel from the channel closure, a channel opening is provided. A two-ended, resilient stiffening member is positioned in the channel with the two ends thereof abutting the channel closure.

Abstract: A toilet seat and an overlying bidet basin replacing the toilet seat cover. The toilet seat has enlarged inward sloping opposite middle portions for the supportive engagement of the user's thighs and an opening including enlarged front and rear portions and a relatively narrow middle portion. The lack of any support areas in the front and rear portions of the seat in combination with the inwardly sloped configuration of the enlarged opposite middle portions positions the user into a semi-squat position, thighs and buttocks spread apart, legs angled upwardly, body bent forward at the waist, over the middle portion of a toilet bowl. The enlarged front and rear portions of the opening allow the insertion of the hand for blotting and wiping and prevent soiling. The bidet basin is pivoted down over and into the toilet seat and is consisting of a bidet seat portion which overlies the toilet seat and a bidet bowl portion which penetrates and covers the opening of the seat.

Abstract: A cover for a toilet is characterized in that the cover and the seat are movable independently of each other with the cover carrying the seat and being directly pivoted on the toilet fixture without the need for any additional coupling means. The combination of the cover and the seat is coupled to the toilet fixture by means of axially displaceable spring biased pins.

Abstract: A leaf spring integrally formed of resilient sheet material has a transverse, substantially tubular arcuate intermediate portion terminating in opposed, laterally outwardly-extending, substantially flat abutment leaf portions. The tubular portion of the spring is adapted to be circumjacently received about the pintle rod of the usual hinge mechanism hingingly interconnecting the seat with the cover of an ordinary toilet seat assembly, with one leaf member abutting a rear portion at the inside of the seat and the other leaf member abutting a rear portion at the inside of the cover, to resiliently constrain the seat in down position against the reactive force of the cover when in its uppermost or open position, so that the seat can only be withdrawn from bowl position by manual lifting against the reactive force of the spring.

Abstract: An improved toilet construction uses a bulbous upwardly rounded portion at the forward end of a toilet seat to raise the user's thighs angularly upward from a horizontal position and an angled foot engaging means at the lower forward portion of the toilet bowl to raise the user's feet angularly upwardly from a horizontal disposition. The combination of the upwardly rounded portion and the foot engaging means causes the user's feet to be disposed at an angle between about 30.degree. and about 60.degree. with respect to the floor and causes the user's legs to assume a position where the angle between the user's calf and thigh is between about 40.degree. and about 50.degree..

Abstract: A cushioned toilet seat assembly wherein the seat and cover members are each fabricated with a pair of upper and lower base members upholstered about the respective tops and bottoms thereof, and wherein the covering material overlaps and is affixed to relative marginal portions of the respective base members in such a manner as to minimize abutting interference upon final assembly interconnection. The upper and lower base member pairs are integrally molded of a tough synthetic plastic material, and are each formed with a plurality of symmetrically arranged, cooperative plug pins and through openings for a snap-fit interconnection upon interassembly under clamping pressure. Marginal recesses are formed along the outer or facing sides of the upper and lower base members, within which outer edge portions of the covering material are drawn and secured as by staples to minimize bunching and thereby to provide for close interconnecting assembly of the parts.

Abstract: A resilient synthetic resin toilet seat which includes a preformed stiffening portion having an internal foamed core. The core is enveloped in an infoamed self-skin. A cushioning portion is molded thereon and has an internal foamed core enveloped in a tough but resilient self-skin unitarily extending from the top and sides of said stiffening portion. A resilient synthetic resin toilet seat lid having an internal foamed core enveloped in an unfoamed skin, a method of making the seat and lid by molding, as well as molds for use in such molding, are also disclosed.

Abstract: An improved toilet seat which additionally serves as a night light and which aids a person in finding a toilet seat in a darkened bathroom during a night time, the toilet seat being made of resins or plastics that is clear or colored-tinted and the toilet seat having a clear lucite rod cast within its center, one end of the lucite rod being aligned with an electric lamp stationarily supported and wherein the lamp light automatically goes out when the toilet seat is raised.