This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Kohler Company. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Yi Liu: Inventor of a Toilet Design
Introduction
Yi Liu is an inventor based in Madison, Wisconsin, and works at Kohler Company. His patent work includes an invention related to toilet design and functionality.
Latest Patents
Liu is associated with 1 patent, titled “Toilet.” The patent describes a toilet with a base and bowl, a rim, and a rotatably coupled seat. The seat has a user-supporting top surface and an opposite bottom surface, with examples describing an inclined top surface supported by the rim. Other features include a softer-material dampener positioned within the bowl, a bidet wand that can switch between washing and bowl-cleaning positions, and a floor connector with a channel formed by two flanges.
Career Highlights
Liu’s listed invention addresses several aspects of toilet construction and use, including seat configuration, bowl protection, bidet functionality, and floor connection. His work is associated with Kohler Company.
Collaborations
Liu’s listed coworker is Luke Bartel. The available information identifies this professional connection but does not specify their roles in developing the patent.
Conclusion
Yi Liu’s patent reflects an integrated approach to toilet design, combining user-support features with cleaning and installation components.
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