DE102017125863A1 - Apparatus and method for operating a sanitary device - Google Patents

Abstract

Device (1) and method for operating a sanitary device comprising at least
a sanitary device (2) having at least one water inlet (3), which comprises at least at least one temperature setting device (5) or at least one water quantity setting device (6), and at least one water outlet (4),
at least one control unit (7) which can specify the operation of at least the at least one temperature setting device (5) or the at least one water quantity setting device (6),
at least one environmental sensor (8) for detecting a predetermined measured variable in the vicinity of the water outlet (4),
- A database (9), set up for storing and providing data of the at least one control unit (7) and the at least one environmental sensor (8), wherein at least the at least one temperature setting device (5) or the at least one temperature setting device (5) with the at least one control unit (7) a Wassmengeneinstelleinrichtung (6) in dependence on data of the database (9) is adjustable.

Description

The present invention relates to a device for operating a sanitary device and a suitable operating method. As a sanitary device is understood in particular a water dispenser, the exit behavior of the water from the sanitary device can be varied at least in terms of the temperature delivered or the amount of water delivered or the Strahlaustrittsart. As a sanitary especially such comes into consideration, which is associated with a kitchen, a laundry room or shower room or the like. This may in particular be a person shower, a bathtub, a sink, a toilet or the like. In such sanitary facilities, for example, a plurality of water dispensing devices, such as showerheads, nozzles, faucets, etc., may be provided, which may optionally be tuned (for example, to each other) in programmable modes activated or deactivated.

Even if a large selection for different washing, showering or bathing procedures is already available to the user of such a sanitary facility due to a large number of programs that can be called up, there is nevertheless a need to achieve greater individual diversity or adaptability here.

This also applies, for example, to the use of such sanitary facilities for different categories of persons, such as children, adults, wounded, disabled persons. In particular, a part of these groups of persons also has a need to implement safety functions that prevent improper operation of the sanitary device.

In addition, methods or devices are desired, which are as easy as possible to integrate into existing sanitary concepts and their scope of functions can be easily extended.

The object of the invention is therefore to solve the problems described with reference to the prior art at least partially and in particular to provide a device and a method for operating a sanitary device, whereby a high degree of individualization in the operation of the sanitary device is made possible by simple means. In addition, the comfort in using the sanitary device should be significantly increased.

These objects are achieved with an apparatus and a method for operating a sanitary device according to the independent claims. Further advantageous embodiments of the invention are specified in the dependent claims. It should be noted that the features listed individually in the claims can be combined with each other in any technologically meaningful manner and define further embodiments of the invention. In addition, the features specified in the claims are specified in the description, in particular also in connection with the figures, wherein further preferred embodiments of the invention are disclosed.

• - eine Sanitäreinrichtung mit mindestens einem Wasserzulauf, der mindestens eine Temperatureinstelleinrichtung und mindestens eine Wassermengeneinstellrichtung umfasst, und mindestens einen Wasserauslass,
• - mindestens eine Kontrolleinheit, die den Betrieb zumindest der mindestens einen Temperatureinstelleinrichtung oder der mindestens einen Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung vorgeben kann,
• - mindestens einen Umgebungssensor zur Erfassung einer vorgegebenen Messgröße im Umfeld des Wasserauslasses,
• - eine Datenbank, eingerichtet zur Speicherung und Bereitstellung von Daten der mindestens einen Kontrolleinheit und des mindestens einen Umgebungssensors,

und wobei mit der mindestens einen Kontrolleinheit zumindest die mindestens eine Temperatureinstelleinrichtung oder die mindestens eine Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung in Abhängigkeit von Daten der Datenbank einstellbar ist.A device for operating a sanitary device, which comprises at least the following:

• a sanitary device having at least one water inlet, which comprises at least one temperature setting device and at least one water quantity setting direction, and at least one water outlet,
• at least one control unit which can prescribe the operation of at least the at least one temperature setting device or the at least one water quantity setting device,
• at least one environmental sensor for detecting a predetermined measurement in the vicinity of the water outlet,
• a database configured to store and provide data for the at least one control unit and the at least one environment sensor,

and wherein at least the at least one temperature setting device or the at least one water quantity setting device is adjustable with the at least one control unit as a function of data in the database.

The sanitary device comprises at least one water inlet. The water inlet may for example be connected to a central water supply system, wherein, if necessary, water can be conveyed via the water inlet to the sanitary facility. The water inlet may for example comprise a pipeline which connects the sanitary device via a (central and possibly lockable) water supply line to the water supply plant. The water supply extends, for example, through a building (or a property) or a residential complex. The water inlet can also supply several sanitary facilities with water. If necessary, appropriate pumps, valves, pipe branches, etc. are required for this purpose.

In the water inlet, in particular in the inner area of a building, at least one temperature adjustment device and / or at least one water quantity adjustment device is provided. It is possible for the temperature setting device and the water quantity adjusting device to be integrated in a common apparatus or component. Preferably, at least one temperature adjustment device and / or at least one water quantity adjustment device are provided for each sanitary device. The temperature adjuster can be, for example, an electronic thermostatic valve which regulates a cold water inlet and a hot water inlet (comprising a heating device) or mixes the water flowing thereby with a predetermined temperature for the dispensed mixed water. The water quantity adjusting device may be designed in the manner of a valve and / or a pump. The water quantity setting device is in particular configured to narrow a cross section of the water inlet as needed and / or to close or then to open again accordingly. Thus, the water flow rate can be regulated by the water supply. Water that has passed through the temperature adjuster and / or the Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung then flows towards the water outlet, through which the water is then discharged into the environment. The water outlet can in particular be designed in the manner of a tap, a nozzle, a shower or the like. It is also possible that at least the temperature adjusting device and / or the water quantity adjusting device is (at least partially) part of the water outlet.

Furthermore, at least one control unit is provided which is so connected in terms of data to the at least one temperature setting device and / or the at least one water quantity setting device that it can monitor and / or influence its operation. In particular, it is thus possible via the control unit to pass signals to the temperature setting device and / or the water quantity adjusting device in order to actuate them (mechanically and / or electrically). This mode of operation can be carried out in the manner of a control process. The control unit may be spatially separated and / or (partially) integrally formed with the temperature adjustment device and / or the water quantity adjustment device.

Furthermore, at least one environmental sensor is provided for detecting a predetermined measured variable in the vicinity of the water outlet. The measured quantity may refer to the atmosphere in the vicinity of the water outlet and / or to persons and / or objects in the vicinity of the water outlet. The measured variable may be characteristic of a temperature, a (room) humidity, a pressure, a brightness, a flow resistance, etc. The environmental sensor may in particular be designed to detect a measured variable in the environment of approximately 5 meters to the water outlet. The environmental sensor can record measured values on-site and / or access an (external) data source which determines or provides the environmental parameters. In this case, the environmental sensor can be positioned in particular in or on the room in which the sanitary device is arranged. It is possible to provide multiple environmental sensors. It is possible to provide different environmental sensors for different measured variables, but it is also possible to determine a plurality of measured variables by means of an environmental sensor. The environmental sensor can be designed such that it includes operating or measured variables of a building technology, in particular a heating system, an air conditioning system, an alarm system, a lighting system, etc., to one or more environmental parameters. The environmental sensor does not have to record a measured value on its own, but may also interpret at least one other operating and / or measured variable accordingly.

Furthermore, at least one database is provided which is set up to store or provide data. In particular, data of certain components of the sanitary device can be provided to the at least one control unit, data of the environmental sensor can be received, data of the control unit and / or the environmental sensor can be stored. The database can be part of a computing unit. The arithmetic unit may be integral with the control unit, but it is also possible that control unit and arithmetic unit spatially separated from each other and (as required) are connected to each other data-conducting.

The device is set up such that the at least one temperature adjustment device and / or the at least one water quantity adjustment device can be set with the at least one control unit as a function of data in the database. In particular, a predefinable temperature and / or a predeterminable amount of water (automatically or automatically) are determined and set on the basis of current data of the environmental sensor or other sensors and / or previously stored data in the database.

This opens up the possibility for a particularly individual use of the sanitary device according to given current environmental conditions and information about the user of the sanitary device.

The at least one environmental sensor may be selected from one of the following: humidity sensor, room temperature sensor, body temperature meter, body fat percentage sensor. Of course, a differently constructed sensor can be used as needed. For example, the environmental sensor can be arranged in the vicinity of the sanitary device, and determine the (relative) humidity in the region of the water outlet (before and / or during) the use of the sanitary device. A room temperature sensor may be arranged so that it determines a (middle) room temperature in the vicinity of the water outlet. A body temperature meter may be positioned and arranged to determine a user's body temperature (before and / or during) operation of the sanitary device. A body fat percentage sensor may be positioned and arranged to determine its body fat level through, for example, touching contact with the user. The environmental sensor can measure in a touching or non-touching manner according to the spatial conditions and / or the measuring principles. In particular, electrical signals are generated, which are to be converted into the desired measured variables.

At least one personal identification device can be provided, which can be connected to at least the data base in a data-conducting manner. A personal identification device can automatically identify a person and / or require active interaction of the person with the personal identification device. Thus, for example, it is possible to identify a person by means of a camera (personal identification device), without this actively cooperating. It would be possible to retrieve information via a footprint and / or fingerprint recognition, via an ID card and / or an input field of the personal identification device, which may require active user interaction. A personal identification device is located in particular at the entrance to the immediate vicinity of the water outlet, for example in the entrance area of the washing, bath or shower room. The information obtained with the personal identification device can be made available to the database as needed. For this purpose, a line-bound or a line-bound data line (temporarily) be constructed or available. On the basis of the information of the personal identification device, it is possible in particular to identify or select predefinable data records or data profiles from the database.

At least one time machine can be provided, which is connected to the data base at least with the database. The time machine can be a separate component and / or (partially) installed together with the control unit and / or the database. In particular, the time machine is capable of generating, determining and / or providing current situation data. The time machine may include a real-time clock. The time machine can describe in particular for the metropolitan area surrounding the sanitary facilities prevailing situations. In particular, the time machine can specify which time of day, which season, which weather, which outside temperature is currently outside the building. The time machine can provide historical data. The time machine may provide a (historical and / or current) motion profile of the user before and / or after using the sanitary device. The time machine can provide information on the installation situation of the sanitary device, in particular with regard to the structural conditions, the arrangement in space, the product type, the default settings, etc. The time machine can access the at least one database and / or at least one sensor.

The control unit can interact with the at least one person identification device and / or the at least one time machine or exchange, adapt, store and / or modify data. For this purpose, temporary or permanent data-conducting connections can be provided.

It can be provided in the device, a delay element which can be activated and delays the operation of the sanitary device by a predetermined period of time. In particular, the delay element is set up to keep another part inactive during a (desired) partial operation of the sanitary device and to release the sanitary device as far as the water outlet only after a predefinable period of time and / or another controlled variable has been present. The delay element can be designed, for example, as a valve which can be actuated by the at least one control unit (offset in time). The delay element is preferably provided between the water outlet and the nearest temperature adjustment device and / or the nearest water quantity adjustment device.

1. a) Erfassen eines Individuums an der Sanitäreinrichtung mit einer Personenidentifikationseinrichtung und Übermitteln einer Individuum-Information an eine Datenbank,
2. b) Ermitteln eines zugehörigen Individualdatensatzes zum Betrieb der Sanitäreinrichtung aus einer Datenbank,
3. c) Ermitteln mindestens eines Umgebungsparameters an der Sanitäreinrichtung mit mindestens einem Umgebungssensor zur Erfassung einer vorgegebenen Messgröße im Umfeld des Wasserauslasses und Übermitteln einer Umgebungs-Information an eine Datenbank,
4. d) Ermitteln mindestens eines aktuellen Zeitparameters,
5. e) Einstellen zumindest der mindestens einen Temperatureinstelleinrichtung oder der mindestens einen Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung in Abhängigkeit des ermittelten Individualdatensatzes sowie Umgebungsparameters und/oder Zeitparameters.

According to a further aspect, a method for operating a sanitary device having at least one water inlet, which comprises at least one temperature adjuster or at least one water quantity adjuster, and at least one water outlet has been proposed, the method comprising at least the following steps:

1. a) detecting an individual at the sanitary facility with a personal identification device and transmitting an individual information to a database,
2. b) determining an associated individual data record for operating the sanitary device from a database,
3. c) determining at least one environmental parameter at the sanitary device with at least one environmental sensor for detecting a predetermined measured variable in the vicinity of the water outlet and transmitting environmental information to a database,
4. d) determining at least one current time parameter,
5. e) setting at least the at least one temperature setting device or the at least one water quantity setting device as a function of the determined individual data set as well as environmental parameter and / or time parameter.

The method presented here can be carried out in particular with the device described here for operating a sanitary device.

Explanations of the device can be used to explain the method for operating a sanitary device, and vice versa.

Although the steps of the procedure are formulated here in alphabetical order, this order is not necessarily a chronological order. In particular, it is possible that the steps overlap at least partially in time and / or are performed differently during the course of the process.

According to step a), the potential user of the sanitary device is first identified by means of the personal identification device. For this purpose, the individual may be requested to actively provide identification information to the identification device and / or the personal identification device is set up such that it automatically determines the identification of the individual (for example, based on an analysis of the image and / or the identifier of a transponder). The unique individual information can be made available to a database. In principle, it is possible that the personal identification device immediately forwards the required individual information to the database, but it is also possible for the personal identification device to forward primary data to a computing unit, control unit, database, etc., and a specific determination of the identification only at this point Place and then the individual information is passed to the database.

According to step b), an associated individual data record is determined as a function of the determined individual information from the database and optionally activated or further processed. In particular, information or data about the individual and / or his / her (historical) behavior can be called up in the individual data record. In this case, desired data or preferred user programs can also be included.

In step c), the sanitary device in the vicinity of the water outlet is now determined by means of an environmental sensor by means of at least one environmental parameter. The environmental parameter takes into account in particular a current situation in the environment of the water outlet.

In addition, in addition or as an alternative to step c), at least one current time parameter can be determined in a step d), in particular using a time machine.

It is possible that upon detection of a potential use of the sanitary device, in particular on the basis of the personal identification device, the steps for determining at least one environmental parameter and / or determining at least one current time parameter is automatically initiated, these steps then optionally being able to run at least partially simultaneously, because each different components with the generation of data or information or measurements are charged. If this information is then (all) available, an adaptation step can be carried out in a computation step or by means of an algorithm, wherein, for example, the individual data set is adapted as a function of the determined environmental parameters and / or time parameters. Thus, for example, it is possible for a temperature range predetermined in the individual data record to be modified on the basis of the determined environmental parameter and / or the determined current time parameter (temporarily - ie for the upcoming use - or permanently for a predetermined validity period), for example, increased on average, lowered or its limits narrowed or extended.

After specification of the (modified) individual data set, the (automatic) setting of the at least one temperature setting device and / or the at least one water quantity setting device takes place, so that an individually adapted use of the sanitary device takes place (step e)).

As already explained above, in step a) a sensory detection of the individual can be included. In this case, a non-contact or a directly interactive personal identification measure can be provided.

In step b), an assignment of individual long-term data concerning at least one selection from the following group can be included: gender, weight, age, old operating behavior, etc. The individual data set preferably comprises at least two, optionally a plurality of the individual listed here -Langzeit data. Thus it can be taken from the database, which gender, weight, age is the individual who now wants to use the sanitary device or which method for calculating the settings for step e) is to be selected. In addition, possibly stored and / or predetermined or frequently used and / or favored operating behavior can thus be made available. Optionally, the old operating behavior can also be stored as a function of environmental parameters, time parameters or the like.

Step c) may comprise a determination of current situation data concerning at least one of the following group: room humidity, room temperature, body temperature of the individual, body fat percentage of the individual, etc. In particular, one of the environmental sensors is adapted to at least one of the current situation cited herein To determine data. One, several or all of these situation data, which can currently be determined during or before the operation of the sanitary device, can be used for the correct selection or adaptation of the individual data set from the database.

Step d) may comprise a determination of frame data relating to a selection from the following group: time of day, season, weather (outside temperature, outside humidity, outside pressure, etc.), the movement information, installation situation of the sanitary device. This frame data can be determined or provided, for example, by a time machine. One, several or all of the frame data given here can be used to select or adapt the individual data set for operating the sanitary device.

By way of example, it should be briefly explained to what extent a different assessment of current situation data and / or frame data favors an adaptation or different selection of the associated individual data record for a more pleasant or adapted operation of the sanitary facility:

If, for example, in the context of step c), the body temperature of the individual is determined within the framework of the determination of a current situation data collection, it can be concluded, for example in the case of an elevated body temperature, that the individual has strongly heated up and / or has been exercising. In this case, it may be useful to lower the temperature of the water slightly compared to the stored temperature in order to realize an improved cooling effect for the skin.

A similar adjustment of the predeterminable temperature could be made on the basis of frame data, if, for example, it is clear from movement information that the individual has e.g. B. previously visited a sauna and / or a gym.

On the basis of the installation situation of the sanitary device, the effects, which are achieved with the adaptation of the individual data set for operation of the sanitary device based on current situation data, may be changed, for example with regard to the order of operation of different nozzles of the sanitary device, the jet formation, the water pressure, Etc..

Step e) comprises adjusting the temperature setting device and / or the water quantity adjusting device, it being possible for the case, however, that the predetermined temperature and / or water quantity can not be dispensed directly with the setting of these setting devices at the water outlet. It is therefore proposed that in step e) at least one predetermined temperature or a predetermined amount of water is achieved before the activation of a water flow from the sanitary device. Thus, for example, there is the possibility that until the time of the actual reaching of the predetermined temperature and / or amount of water flowing through the temperature and / or Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung water is not discharged at the water outlet, but is discharged for example via a purge line or other drain. In particular, the piping system can be flushed with the water stream, which has not yet been prepared accordingly, in particular to maintain a hygienic standard. This can also ensure that only water at the predetermined temperature and / or the predetermined amount flows out of the water outlet of the sanitary device. In this respect, a delay element can be used here, which delays the actual activation of the water flow through the water outlet. During this delay, the water with the not yet correct condition from the Sanitäreinrichtung be removed, for example by means of an emptying, recirculation and / or Bypassabla uf process.

It is possible that step e) is performed at least temporarily after activation of a water flow through the sanitary device so that a predetermined temperature or a predetermined amount of water is achieved, wherein upon reaching this situation, a state information is transmitted. In other words, in particular, this means that it is monitored when, after the activation of the water flow through the sanitary device and the corresponding setting of the temperature setting device and / or the water quantity setting device, the desired or predetermined temperature and / or water quantity is achieved. Then, the individual or the user is disclosed a corresponding state information, so that it only starts to use the sanitary device when he is sure that the default profile is actually present.

It is possible that step e) is repeated after the activation of a water flow through the sanitary device. Thus, for example, it is possible for data to be determined and provided intermittently and / or continuously via the environmental sensor and / or the time machine, which realizes a continuous or intermittent adaptation of step e).

The concept presented here (especially in the case of a shower) can be based on an individual data set or information contained therein (gender, age, body parameters, weight, previous showering or bathing behavior) combined with environmental sensor information (humidity, room temperature, body temperature, body fat, etc.) and current situation data (for example, time of day, season, outside temperature, current movement profile (what did the person do before and what is likely to do in the future), the type of shower, the water hardness, the height of the shower, the width of the shower, the Spray pattern of the shower, etc.) determine and set the optimum shower temperature. This may be set immediately at the beginning of the showering operation (so that only water at the predetermined temperature exits the shower from the start) or optionally after a warm-up phase (so that water at a not yet optimal temperature is otherwise dissipated and the user receives a signal when the shower is ready for use).

Once the desired shower temperature has been reached, the temperatures and / or the amounts of water, which are adjusted with constant or, if appropriate, subsequently based on new information, can continue the showering process. The showering process may be terminated by an interaction of the individual with the shower, an (automatic) closure of a valve and / or after a predetermined period of time.

By the combination of sensors, individual data records, environmental data and situation data proposed here, a computing unit (such as a microprocessor, a control unit, a part of a cloud) can set the optimum temperature or water quantities for the operation of the sanitary device, in particular a shower, to any desired Determine and / or specify or set the time.

The solution proposed here may be combined with a valve or a delay element, after which the water is led away or rinsed until the temperature or the amount of water is reached according to the presetting.

In a step f), it can be determined whether a manual adjustment of the setting was made after step e), this adjustment being taken into account for a future procedure. It is possible that a user made manual adjustment of the water temperature and / or amount of water over a predetermined follow-up period after the activation of the sanitary device is sensed. If such a manual adjustment takes place during this follow-up period (eg by actuating the levers or turning handles of the shower), then this change can be assigned to the individual data record and / or a deviating procedure or an adapted algorithm in step e) can be used in the future ,

Optionally, all manual adjustment of water temperature and / or amount of water during a (total) use of the sanitary device can be monitored and / or stored. These may possibly be stored in connection with information about the current time duration), an environmental parameter and / or a time parameter.

The manual adjustments of water temperature and / or water quantity, in particular as a function of time, at least one environmental parameter and / or at least one time parameter can be used, an algorithm for setting according to step e) continuously or sequentially for a specified individual and / or a specified sanitary device adapt (self-learning system).

Furthermore, the device proposed here or the method proposed here also allows an adaptation of the usage parameters of the sanitary device during use For example, it can be determined on the basis of environmental sensors, if an adaptation of the shower process, either taking into account active wishes of the individual and / or due to changed environmental conditions to make.

It is also possible that the operation of the sanitary device is further adjusted or restricted in the context of personal identification. It can be made a classification of individuals, for example, in terms of the maximum adjustable temperature and / or the maximum adjustable amounts of water. These maximum values can be set lower for children, for example, than for adults.

The concept proposed here can be realized with a method carried out on a computer, comprising partially or completely the steps a), b), c), d) and e).

Furthermore, a data processing system is proposed which comprises a computing unit or a processor which is adapted and / or configured in such a way that it partially or completely completes the steps of method a), b), c), d) and e) performs.

There is also proposed a computer program or computer program product comprising instructions which, when executed by a computer by the program, cause it to partially or completely execute the steps of method a), b), c), d) and e).

Also, a computer-readable storage medium is proposed, comprising instructions which, when executed by a computer, cause it to partially or completely execute the steps of method a), b), c), d) and e).

• 1: eine Immobilie 14 mit Sanitäreinrichtung 2, eingerichtet zur Durchführung des hier beschriebenen Verfahrens,
• 2: eine weitere Ausgestaltung einer Sanitäreinrichtung zur Durchführung des hier vorgeschlagenen Verfahrens,
• 3: ein weiteres Ausführungsbeispiel einer Vorrichtung umfassend eine Sanitäreinrichtung zur Durchführung des hier vorgeschlagenen Verfahrens, und
• 4: ein Detail einer Vorrichtung zum Betrieb der Sanitäreinrichtung.

The invention and the technical environment will be explained by way of example with reference to the following figures. It should be noted that the figures show embodiments which are not intended to limit the invention. In particular, it is possible to detach individual technical features from a figure and to combine them with other features of the general description and / or other figures, as far as this is not explicitly excluded. They show schematically:

• 1 : a property 14 with sanitary facilities 2 set up to carry out the method described here,
• 2 a further embodiment of a sanitary device for carrying out the method proposed here,
• 3 a further embodiment of a device comprising a sanitary device for carrying out the method proposed here, and
• 4 a detail of a device for operating the sanitary device.

1 schematically and exemplarily illustrates a device 1 to operate a sanitary facility 2 in a property 14 , It can be seen that water is above the water inlet 3 the property 14 is fed, the property 14 here is formed two-story and exemplified in each floor a different configuration of the sanitary device 2 is illustrated.

In the case shown below branches the water inlet 3 towards a first sanitary facility 2 from where there is a combined temperature and Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 5 . 6 is provided, which the inflow to the water outlet 4 , here exemplified in the style of a shower, can adjust. This combined temperature and water quantity adjustment device 5 . 6 is in charge of data with a control unit 7 connected. Accordingly, the control unit can use this data-conducting connection 4 the operation of the combined temperature and Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 5 . 6 make. The control unit 7 are also measured variables from an environmental sensor 8th and a personal identification device 10 provided. In the case shown here are the environmental sensor 8th for the acquisition of a predetermined measurand in the vicinity of the water outlet 4 and the personal identification device 10 positioned outside the shower room. The from the environment sensor 8th and / or from the personal identification device 10 transmitted measured variables or information are from the control unit 4 by means of a database and / or a computing unit 16 processed or adjusted. In the case shown here are the three components (control unit 7 , Database 9 and arithmetic unit 16 ) in the property, possibly in one component and are thus in communication with each other. Based on the information provided by the database, the arithmetic unit and / or the sensors then takes place a regulation of the temperature and Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 5 . 6 ,

In the upper floor are in the water inlet 3 successively first a temperature adjustment 5 and separately, a water amount adjusting device 6 in front. Both are in charge of data with a control unit 7 connected here, for example via a permanent, wired, data-conducting connection 13 , The control unit 7 also receives information from an environmental sensor 8th and a personal identification device 10 However, in the example shown here within the Shower room are positioned. Part of the control unit 7 Here is also a time machine 11 and a delay element 12 , The time machine 11 may provide additional information on the operation of the temperature adjuster 5 and / or the Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 6 provide. The control unit 7 and / or the time machine 11 can also with an external, so outside the property 14 positioned database 9 or computing unit 16 Exchange data, this can be done via a wired or non-wired route. For example, it is also possible that this external database 9 or computing unit 16 (non-wired) at least temporarily a data-conducting connection 13 with a mobile device 15 For example, the user can produce, with additional data of the control unit 7 can be provided immediately. The arithmetic unit 16 can also be from external time machines 11 , external and / or user-assignable mobile devices 15 , external databases 9 , etc. current environmental and / or time parameters are provided, which can be used to operate the sanitary device.

2 schematically illustrates the operation of another embodiment of such a device for a sanitary device 2 , where essentially the structure of the lower floor of 1 is reproduced, but here in addition to the interior of the shower room, a second environment sensor 8th is provided. Accordingly, in the lower section of 2 illustrates that the readings of both environmental sensors 8th the control unit 7 be supplied. Furthermore, the control unit 7 Data or measured values from a time machine 11 provided, which is part of an external cloud, for example. It is also possible that information which with the personal identification device 10 be obtained, first to the database 9 be transferred and thus the control unit, the corresponding individual records are provided. The control unit 7 For example, even with the help of a plurality of individual data records provided, it is possible to select the correct one, which then operates the temperature setting device 5 and / or the Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 6 is to be used. Optionally, however, at least some of the measured values or information from ambient sensor 8th and / or time machine 11 the database or a processing unit, not shown here are supplied, which then makes a corresponding selection and the control unit 7 provides exactly the one, to be followed individual record.

3 again shows a slightly different structure, the data from an environment sensor 8th , the person identification device 10 and a time machine 11 to a router 17 transmitted (non-wired) this information to an external processing unit 16 and / or a database 9 that are part of a cloud, for example. There then the correct, predetermined profile or the desired individual data set for setting the temperature setting and / or the Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung depending on the determined individual data set, the environmental parameter and the time parameter via the router 17 passed back to the (local) control unit, which then according to the operation of the temperature adjustment 5 and the water amount adjusting device 6 realized.

As an example, here is a detail of a sanitary facility 2 illustrated. Somewhat more accurate here is the structure or function of the temperature and Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 5 . 6 illustrated. Thus, it can be seen that the water inlet comprises a hot water line and a cold water line, which are mixed together at a common point as needed, which by the temperature adjuster 5 is realized. Thus, water of a predetermined mixing temperature can be adjusted. Next is then below the temperature adjustment 5 a delay element 12 provided, which equally a Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 6 can be. In the case shown here is the delay element 12 with an ambient temperature 8th , for example, in the manner of a temperature sensor combined. The embodiment described here can be operated so that after activation of the temperature and Wassermengeneinstelleinrichtung 5 . 6 through the control unit 7 with the given profile first as long water over the delay element 12 to the drain 19 is conveyed until the desired temperature with the actual temperature, with the environmental sensor shown here 8th can be determined. At this time, the delay element is then switched and a discharge of water via the water outlet takes place.

Additionally and / or alternatively (to provide a delay element 12 and an indulgence 19 ) can be the control unit 7 with an ad 18 be executed, which is then activated when, for example, by means of the environmental sensor 8th the desired temperature is reached. Then it flows until the display is activated 18 possibly cooler water over the water outlet 4 off, the ad 18 but signals to the user when the sanitary device is optimally set.

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Claims (15)

Device (1) for operating a sanitary device, comprising at least a sanitary device (2) having at least one water inlet (3), which comprises at least at least one temperature setting device (5) or at least one water quantity setting device (6), and at least one water outlet (4), at least one control unit (7) which can specify the operation of at least the at least one temperature setting device (5) or the at least one water quantity setting device (6), at least one environmental sensor (8) for detecting a predetermined measured variable in the vicinity of the water outlet (4), - A database (9), set up for storing and providing data of the at least one control unit (7) and the at least one environmental sensor (8), wherein at least the at least one temperature setting device (5) or the at least one temperature setting device (5) with the at least one control unit (7) a Wassmengeneinstelleinrichtung (6) in dependence on data of the database (9) is adjustable. Device (1) according to the preceding claim, wherein the at least one environmental sensor (8) is one of the following group: humidity sensor, room temperature sensor, body temperature meter, body fat percentage sensor. Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one personal identification device (10) is provided, which is at least connectable with the data base to the database. Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one time machine (11) is provided, which is at least in data-conducting connection with the database (9). Device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one delay element (12) is provided which can be activated and delays the operation of the sanitary device (2) by a predefinable period of time. Method for operating a sanitary device (2) having at least one water inlet (3) comprising at least one temperature adjusting device (5) and at least one water quantity adjusting device (6), and at least one water outlet (4) comprising at least the following steps: a) detecting an individual at the sanitary facility (2) with a personal identification device (10) and transmitting an individual information to a database (9), b) determining an associated individual data record for operating the sanitary device (2) from a database (9), c) determining at least one environmental parameter of the sanitary device (2) with at least one environmental sensor (8) for detecting a predetermined measured variable in the vicinity of the water outlet (4) and transmitting environmental information to a database (9), d) determining at least one current time parameter, e) setting at least one of the at least one temperature setting device (5) or the at least one water quantity setting device (6) as a function of the determined individual data set, environmental parameter and time parameter. Method according to Claim 6 in which step a) comprises a sensory detection of an individual. Method according to Claim 6 or 7 in which step b) comprises an assignment of individual long-term data concerning at least one selection from the following group: gender, weight, age, old operating behavior. Method according to one of Claims 6 to 8th in step c), a determination of current situation data concerning at least one Selection from the following group includes: room humidity, room temperature, body temperature of the individual, body fat percentage of the individual. Method according to one of Claims 6 to 9 in which step d) comprises a determination of frame data concerning at least one selection from the following group: daytime period, season, weather, movement information, installation situation of the sanitary facility. Method according to one of Claims 6 to 10 in which step e) at least one predetermined temperature or a predetermined amount of water is reached before the activation of a water flow from the sanitary device (2). Method according to one of Claims 6 to 11 in which step e) is carried out, at least temporarily after activation of a water flow through the sanitary device (2), in such a way that a predetermined temperature or a predefined amount of water is reached, wherein status information is emitted when this situation is reached. Method according to one of Claims 6 to 12 in which step e) is repeated after the activation of a water flow through the sanitary device (2). Method according to one of Claims 6 to 13 in which it is determined in a step f) whether a manual adjustment of the setting has been made after step e), this adjustment being taken into account for a future procedure. A data processing system comprising a computing unit (18) adapted or configured to follow the steps of the method of any one of the preceding Claims 6 to 14 performs.

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