Network-Enabled Smart Shower Head Adapter

摘要

According to embodiments of the disclosed technology, a shower-head adapter device, apparatus and method are used for measuring, controlling, recording and/or communicating water-use and related data pertaining to a water-emitting nozzle, such as a shower head. The adapter device may be fitted between a shower head and shower stem, or may be entirely incorporated into a shower head. The adapter device may contain several components utilized to perform one or more tasks. A shutter valve may restrict flow based on a user's preferences while another sensor measures temperature. A turbine flow meter within the device may measure flow rate and provide hydroelectric power to electrical components of the device. A CPU, having a processor and memory, may measure and record water flow data. A network adapter may communicate the recorded data via a network node to any network-connected device, such as, for example, a mobile phone.

主权项

1. A shower head adapter comprising:
a body having at least a first end and a second end opposing said first end; an at least partially hollow conduit extending from said first end to said second end; a first aperture at said first end defined by said conduit, said first aperture adapted to receive a threaded nipple; a second aperture at said second end defined by said conduit, said second aperture adapted to receive a shower head; a flow meter disposed along said conduit for measuring flow rate of water through said conduit; an adjustable valve disposed within said conduit for precisely regulating water flow through said conduit; a processor and memory for reading and storing measured data; a network adapter for transmitting said measured data; and a power source for powering one or more components of said shower head adapter.