Contain the moment.
A concave, overlapping panel enclosure is designed to guide fluid downward and help reduce splash outside the target area.
ORBO / THE AT-HOME URINAL CONCEPT
A cleaner
way to go.
One toilet. A new possibility. ORBO explores a curved enclosure that rises with the seat, helps direct fluid into the bowl, and tucks away for everyday seated use.
From URI to ORBO · Product in developmentFour curved enclosure panelsOpen bottom drain pathSeat-responsive movementA family of possibilities
01 / A SMALL SHIFT IN THE EVERYDAY
Your bathroom.
With a new perspective.
Standing use and seated use ask different things of the same toilet. ORBO brings a more enclosed target into that existing space, then makes room for the next person. The core idea is simple: adapt the fixture to the moment.
Move with the familiar.
V15 uses a hinge-driven cam drum, three Bowden cables and a cradle to coordinate the four panels. The mechanical deployment requires no batteries.
Return the space.
The four panels nest beneath the seat as the mechanism returns. The seat opening remains clear in the V15 reference geometry.
Benefits shown are development objectives. Splash control, clearance, fit and durability require validation on working prototypes.
02 / THE POSITION PHASES
Lift. Gather.
Go. Tuck away.
Four enclosure panels and an open bottom drain path work together. Explore the proposed sequence below.
Designed to get out of the way.
With the seat at 0°, the four-panel orb stows beneath the seat. Only the inner walls of panels 2 and 3 may be visible through the opening. Rest pads support the mechanism near full stow.
Illustrative reference, not a validated kinematic simulation. Select the image to enlarge it. PRO rinse timing will be developed separately from the passive seat motion.
03 / THE DESIGN TIMELINE
Good ideas evolve.
This one keeps moving.
From Petal's simple wings to ORBO's nested enclosure, each study explores a different way to make containment appear only when needed.
Original development imagery. The timeline follows concept sequence; calendar dates are not assigned.
The wing idea.
Two seat-mounted side wings and a rear shield explore a more contained standing-use area, then retract toward the bowl sides.
A more complete shell.
An oval opening, two upper extension arms, split back panels and a front support explore deployment from a face-down stow position.
Curves that nest.
Four curved panels gather into an open-front orb. V15 coordinates a front jack, rear sling and cradle tilt through three Bowden cables.
One idea. More settings.
PRO explores powered rinsing. JR considers smaller users and child potties. GO explores compact, shared travel facilities.
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Earlier mockups reproduced from the original URI document provide a direct view of the development history.
04 / MEET THE ORBO FAMILY
Same core idea.
Different everyday lives.
Explore the proposed range. Each variant has its own engineering, usability and fit requirements.
THE CORE / HOME CONCEPT
ORBO Standard
The mechanical foundation: a seat-responsive enclosure with four curved panels and an open bottom drain path.
- Passive deployment concept
- Four-panel track and gear motion
- Removable components proposed for cleaning
POWERED RINSE / CONCEPT
ORBO PRO
A proposed electric pump sends clean water to an upper spray rail to rinse the enclosure interior.
- External pump and battery module
- Supply hose routed to the top of the orb
- Runoff drains directly into the toilet bowl
SMALLER USERS / CONCEPT
ORBO JR
A child-scale exploration in two formats: a standalone potty urinal or an enclosure added to a compatible child potty.
- Lower, more accessible target
- Rounded forms and removable collection proposed
- Adult supervision and child-safety review required
SHARED SPACES / CONCEPT
ORBO GO
A compact adaptation for places where a small number of toilets serve many users.
- Aircraft, trains and buses
- RVs and portable event toilets
- Fixture-specific mounting and stow requirements
05 / ORBO PRO
A fresh rinse.
From the top down.
PRO adds a proposed pump-assisted water circuit to the core enclosure. The aim: rinse the inner surfaces and carry residue toward the bottom drain.
Supply the rinse.
The current render shows an intake line retrieving water from the toilet tank. Water-source isolation, backflow protection and tank compatibility require engineering review.
Move it upward.
A battery-powered micro-pump sits in an external enclosure. A narrow hose carries water toward the top of the orb.
Rinse the inside.
Inward-facing fan nozzles distribute water down the concave panels. Spray coverage and flow remain to be tested.
Guide it back.
Rinse water follows the concave inner shell to the bottom outlet and falls directly into the toilet bowl.
A rinse when you need it.
A manual rinse button is the simplest concept. Seat-position-triggered rinsing could follow after the spray path, timing and containment are validated.
DEVELOPMENT NOTE
A rinse does not replace regular cleaning or establish disinfection. Water volume, noise, battery endurance, electrical protection and plumbing compatibility have not been verified. The render is not an installation guide.
06 / ORBO JR
Little users.
A bigger target.
JR brings the enclosure idea down to child scale, with a wide, approachable opening and a lower target position.
A standalone start.
A low independent unit with a stable base and removable collection container, intended for supervised potty training.
An add-on option.
A small enclosure designed around compatible child portable potties, guiding fluid into the existing collection bucket.
Stability, reach, finger clearance, material selection and cleaning access need dedicated child-safety testing. Adult supervision remains essential. No age rating or universal potty compatibility is claimed.
07 / ORBO GO
Small space.
Shared by many.
When one or two toilets serve a whole cabin, carriage or group, every usable inch matters. GO explores a compact enclosure that can return the fixture to seated use.
Aircraft lavatoriesTrainsBuses & coachesRVsPortable toilets
Designed around the fixture.
GO would require dedicated mounting, positive stow retention and access for cleaning. Vacuum, cassette and holding-tank toilets need separate clearance and waste-path reviews.
A direction, not a certified retrofit.
These mockups explore the use case. They do not establish vehicle compatibility, operator approval or transport certification. JR and GO are separate concepts for different users and settings.
08 / FIND THE IDEA THAT FITS
Four directions.
One evolving platform.
| Concept | Intended setting | Main distinction | Key development work |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORBO Standard | Home bathroom | Passive seat-linked enclosure | Panel motion, bowl clearance, fit and splash testing |
| ORBO PRO | Home / selected shared fixtures | Electric pump and upper spray rail | Rinse coverage, power, water supply and drainage |
| ORBO JR | Supervised child potty training | Standalone or child-potty add-on | Stability, reach, child safety and collection access |
| ORBO GO | Transport / portable facilities | Compact fixture-specific adaptation | Retention, servicing, waste-system compatibility and approvals |
09 / THE PRACTICAL QUESTIONS
Curiosity
comes standard.
Is ORBO available to purchase?
ORBO and the PRO, JR and GO variants are concepts in development. Pricing, launch dates and final configurations have not been announced.
How many panels does ORBO use?
V15 uses exactly four curved panels: front panels 1 and 4 and rear panels 2 and 3. Liquid drains from the bottom of the shell directly into the bowl. There is no separate fifth catch funnel in V15.
Does Standard need electricity?
Standard is intended to use passive mechanical deployment. PRO introduces an electric pump for rinsing; that does not mean the enclosure itself must be motor-driven.
Does PRO clean or disinfect itself?
PRO proposes a water rinse for the interior surfaces. Cleaning and disinfection performance have not been established, and regular manual cleaning would still be necessary.
Will it fit every toilet or vehicle?
No universal fit is claimed. Bowl shapes, seat geometry and waste systems differ. Each configuration needs prototype testing, and transport uses require appropriate operator and regulatory review.
Are the new images real prototypes?
The new images are generated concept visualizations. The original CAD archive is labeled separately. The position infographic explains the intended sequence rather than proving the mechanism.
THE COMPLETE REFERENCE
Get to know ORBO.
Explore every family version, the V15 motion sequence, care, design details and development priorities in the illustrated reference guide.
Download the reference guide ↓THE NEXT CHAPTER IS TAKING SHAPE
One thoughtful idea.
Room to grow.
Explore where ORBO began, how it could move, and what a more adaptable bathroom experience could become.
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