Self-contained toilet system
US4739525A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 17, 1986 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 17, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE03D9/10
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A self-contained system including a housing structure and a toilet bowl in the housing structure adapted to receive human waste and fluid for diluting the waste, transporting the waste and rinsing the bowl. A macerator is in the housing in communication with the toilet bowl. Discharge structure is provided for removing effluent fluid from the system. The system provides for flushing the bowl and dumping the contents into the macerator for conditioning of the solids. The bowl is subsequently refilled. Fluid is transported by pump from the exterior of the system to the bowl for flushing and refilling thereof, and for transporting effluent fluid from the macerator to the exterior of the system. Controls are provided for directing the fluid through the system and facilitating the handling of waste and transportion of the treated waste to the exterior of the system. The system is designed to transport fluid to an elevated or remote location. It is also a significant water saver.
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