Chinese carmaker patents voice-controlled 'in-vehicle toilet'
Summary
Chinese electric car maker Seres has received a patent for a voice-controlled toilet that slides out from under a passenger seat. The toilet is designed for use during long trips, camping, or while staying inside the car, and includes features to manage waste and odors.Key Facts
- The toilet slides out from beneath a passenger seat using voice commands or a push button.
- It has a fan and exhaust pipe to remove odors from inside the car.
- Waste is collected in a tank that must be emptied manually.
- A heating element evaporates urine and dries other waste materials.
- When not in use, the toilet is hidden under the seat to save space.
- Seres is a Chinese electric vehicle company known for sport utility vehicles (SUVs).
- In-car toilets are uncommon but exist in some long-distance buses and vintage luxury cars.
- China’s electric vehicle market is crowded and competitive, with many companies facing financial challenges.
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