Patent classifications
A61H33/6021
Integrated manifold and valve assembly
An integrated valve and manifold assembly includes a water valve configured to control water flow from one or two valve outlets. At least one of the outlets is coupled to a manifold. In some examples, the manifold is a dual-extrusion manifold having at least one air channel and at least one water conduit, and the water valve has a pair of air channels attached to a periphery of the water valve and configured to couple to the manifold air channels. In examples wherein at least one of the manifolds is a dual-extrusion manifold, a top portion of the assembly includes an air valve configured to control flow of air to air channel(s) of the dual-extrusion manifold. In other examples, the assembly includes a one-outlet or two-outlet water valve configured to couple to water manifolds, with no attached air channels or air valves.
FOOT SPA TUB PUMP AND METHOD
A foot spa tub includes a tub basin, a first magnetic drive member rotatably coupled to a drive motor, and a first casing supporting the magnetic drive member. The first casing is disposed against an exterior surface of a sidewall of the basin. A second magnetic drive member is rotatably coupled to a blade. The first and second magnetic drive members are magnetically coupled to each other so that the blade is drivingly coupled to the drive motor. A nozzle houses the second magnetic drive member and the blade. The nozzle is detachably securable to an interior surface of the sidewall by a magnetic attraction force between the first and second magnetic drive members. A method of circulating liquid in a foot tub spa is also provided.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SEALING COMPONENTS IN A SPA SHELL
Disclosed are systems and methods for sealing components in a spa shell. A through-component body, such as a spa jet, extends from the inner side of the spa shell to an outer side of the spa shell. A retaining member includes at least one injection port, and retains the through-component body in place on the outer side of the spa shell. A sealant is injected into the at least one injection port to seal a space between the outer side of the spa shell and the through-component body.
Bathing Chair Apparatus
A bathing chair apparatus for safe and effective washing includes a base having a base platform and a plurality of base legs. A plurality of feet is coupled to the base. A lower body has a lower base portion coupled to the base platform and a leg portion extending from the lower base portion. The leg portion has a plurality of leg apertures. An upper body has an upper base portion pivotably coupled to the base platform and a back portion. The upper base portion and the back portion have a plurality of upper apertures. A plurality of nozzles is in fluid communication with the plurality of leg apertures and the plurality of upper apertures. A plurality of feeder tubes is coupled to the plurality of nozzles. A supply hose is in fluid communication with the plurality of feeder tubes and is engaged with a faucet.
INFLATABLE MASSAGE POOL
An inflatable massage pool comprises a pool body defining an inflatable cavity and a water receiving cavity. A water inlet assembly, located in the inflatable cavity, is configured to provide one of a filtered water flow or a massage water flow to the water receiving cavity. The water inlet assembly includes a water inlet pipe and a water flow guiding device. The water inlet pipe has a water inlet passage in fluid communication with the water flow guiding device for delivering one of the filtered water flow or the massage water flow to the water receiving cavity. The water inlet passage and the water flow guiding device delivers the massage water flow and the filtered water flow into the water receiving cavity in different paths or the same path, thereby reducing welding points on a pool wall, lowering the manufacturing cost, and reducing the difficulty in pipeline arrangement.
INFLATABLE SPA
An inflatable spa is disclosed having improved strength. A water cavity of the inflatable spa may receive massaging air bubbles and/or jetted water.
Bathing chair apparatus
A bathing chair apparatus for safe and effective washing includes a base having a base platform and a plurality of base legs. A plurality of feet is coupled to the base. A lower body has a lower base portion coupled to the base platform and a leg portion extending from the lower base portion. The leg portion has a plurality of leg apertures. An upper body has an upper base portion pivotably coupled to the base platform and a back portion. The upper base portion and the back portion have a plurality of upper apertures. A plurality of nozzles is in fluid communication with the plurality of leg apertures and the plurality of upper apertures. A plurality of feeder tubes is coupled to the plurality of nozzles. A supply hose is in fluid communication with the plurality of feeder tubes and is engaged with a faucet.
Foot spa tub pump and method
A foot spa tub includes a tub basin, a first magnetic drive member rotatably coupled to a drive motor, and a first casing supporting the magnetic drive member. The first casing is disposed against an exterior surface of a sidewall of the basin. A second magnetic drive member is rotatably coupled to a blade. The first and second magnetic drive members are magnetically coupled to each other so that the blade is drivingly coupled to the drive motor. A nozzle houses the second magnetic drive member and the blade. The nozzle is detachably securable to an interior surface of the sidewall by a magnetic attraction force between the first and second magnetic drive members. A method of circulating liquid in a foot tub spa is also provided.
Incubator systems, methods, and devices
Devices, systems, and methods described herein can provide a simulated fluid environment similar to the mother's womb to recreate an ideal or more familiar environment for infants who are born before their ideal due date. In some embodiments, the premature infant amniotic bath incubator can comprise an incubating tank with synthetic or simulated amniotic fluid, a heating element(s), a temperature sensor(s), and/or thermostat(s) for temperature regulation.
Eye wash system for emergency usage
Methods and apparatus for washing systems, both industrial and residential. Some embodiments pertain to face washing systems that provide a gentle upward flow of water for washing a person's face, but which can be easily reconfigured to provide a downward flow of aerated water for washing of the user's hands. Other embodiments pertain to visual indicators to help a user in a dark environment in the use of an emergency eyewash system. Yet other embodiments pertain to eyewashing systems incorporating filters that are automatically flushed of debris. Still further embodiments pertain to emergency eyewashing systems in which a mixing chamber is located downstream of a thermostatically controlled valve to reduce the possibility of a hot temperature spike being provided to the eyewashing outlet apertures, which could be harmful to users.