Are your kitties regularly leaving smelly surprises around the house?

Does cat litter upkeep often feel too troublesome to even bother with?

Aimicat is a simple, convenient answer for all your cat litter concerns. 

No more shoveling cat poop by hand – simply plug it in and let Aimicat Smart Litter Box do the dirty work for you! Aimicat uses intelligent sensors that instantly recognize and remove feces and automatically replaces the litter.

Cats LOVE automatic litter boxes! Cats are proven to be far more likely to use and love Aimicat than any traditional litter box, because it’s consistently clean!

Aimicat was created to make the lives of cats and their humans as comfortable as possible. The spherical shape of the litter container has seen countless design iterations, to ensure that every cat feels at home in their Aimicat.

And there’s a bonus –  Aimicat’s extreme litter efficiency saves you 4 times the amount of cat litter when using a traditional litter box, potentially reducing litter costs by upwards of $600 a year! 

No More Hassle  

Your furry friends will be forever grateful – and so will you!

Aimicat’s smart design detects and disposes of used cat litter so that you don’t have to. With its custom-built litter filter, sensor system, and deodorizing system – Aimicat is well-equipped to be the ultimate cat litter solution for your home. 

Here’s why: 

The Cat’s Pajamas

As the daintiest and tidiest creatures we know, cats respond overwhelmingly positively to the comfort that Aimicat brings to their homes. Aimicat uses simple but smart technology which detects when your cat is doing – and is finished with – its business, then automatically removes the soiled litter.     

Toxins Begone

It’s been researched and proven that cat poop can contain a common parasite that often results in a disease called Toxoplasmosis. With symptoms that include fever,  fatigue, and muscle pain – it can cause a lot of complications, especially in pregnant women and young children. Aimicat ensures that you and your family stay safe by taking care of the dirty work!   

No More Smells

That’s not all, either – Aimicat’s filtration system eliminates odors so that your home can be kept smelling and feeling fresh. Aimicat has the power to completely free up your hands and your time, so that you can thoroughly enjoy the company of your kitties.       

Subtle & Convenient 

Ergonomically designed for ultimate kitty comfort!

The Cat’s Meow 

Freedom from cat poop has never been easier – Aimicat ensures a clean box for your cats and peace of mind for you.  Its subtle design and ultra-quiet motor make it a perfect fit for any feline home. Your feline companion won’t be the only one to benefit from the Aimicat though; we’ve made it super easy to maintain, and the ultra-quiet motor we just mentioned will provide you with a worry free-sleep!  

Easy Upkeep

No maintenance or disassembly is required – simply reset the litter sand with the click of a button! Want to give your Aimicat a deep clean? Just take the top dome off and run it under a tap or garden hose! Taking out the trash is also super convenient, with the Aimicat’s used-litter compartment just snap up the bag, it’s as easy as that!  

Aimicat’s specially developed new carbon structure continually deodorizes smells, preparing the air to be filtered out of Aimicat. Instead of smelly air escaping out the front, the small integrated fan pushes air toward the carbon filter which cleanses it before it leaves Aimicat. Keeping a clean, fresh-smelling home to kitties has never before been more possible!   

You know your feline companion has a sensitive sense of smell – by eliminating the odors with Aimicat, you’re eliminating the potential for your cat doing its business elsewhere.  Aimicat’s deliberate design ensures that all traces of poop are efficiently disposed of and kept away from your cats! 

All aimitcat come with one fitter, the filters help to get rid of the smell. Usually, you can replace it every three month for one or two cats. If you’re sensitive towards the smell, you can replace it in one or two months. People who are not bothered by the smell can use it for up to half a year.

 Infra-Red Sensor System 

While other sensing systems are too often unstable and unresponsive, Aimicat’s custom sensor detects movements with lightning speed and precision, ensuring its reliability. Some sensors rely on a pressure system, which cannot reliably detect kitty presence and can result in activating while a cat’s inside! Our custom-made infrared sensor consistently detects your cat’s presence, leaving no room for error and peace of mind for both you and your cat.    

The sensor automatically detects used litter within 0.1 seconds and prompts the machine to remove it and restock new litter once your cat has exited Aimicat. Using Aimicat is truly as simple as the touch of a button – we wanted to ensure that you will never need to touch cat doo again!  

Litter Filter

Aimicat’s custom-designed litter filter gets rid of all the nasty bits, but never wastes unused litter. We went through over 70 iterations to find the perfect balance between conserving litter and discarding waste to make Aimicat an ultra-efficient, cost-saving automatic cat litter! 

Silent Motor System

Aimicat has a peak volume of just 42dba – no louder than a typical computer. So whether you or your cat are fast asleep, Aimicat will keep to its duty and never make a peep.      

There is an interview that takes you into the home of Jack using aimicat.  Let him show us the experience of aimicat. 

We’ve told you what Aimicat can do, but if you’re interested in the why and how, read on!

It took us over a year of testing, refining, and looking into what makes the perfect cat litter box. We started by looking at all the different potential shapes, mechanisms, and methods that existing smart-litter boxes used, and why they weren’t all that great.

Many existing litter box designs have flaws such as improper litter and odor filtration, unresponsive sensors, or unnecessary noise. Something as seemingly simple as the exact placement of support structures can be deceptively important to ensuring noiselessness, the longevity of the product, and the comfort of your feline companion!

The two main objectives we accomplished with Aimicat are its reliable functionality and its undeniable appeal to cats. Our primary emphasis during all phases of development and through 7 prototypes was to guarantee Aimicat’s reliability and efficiency while serving as an ideal litter in which your companions feel safe and satisfied with. 

 How did we determine Aimicat’s Shape & Structure?

We extensively researched the shape, sizes, movements, and habits of cats in order to determine the optimal materials and structure to accommodate them. We began developing the first 2 versions of Aimicat with standard spherical models and focused on testing the ideal size for the convenience and comfort of cats. For later versions, we developed a 3D mold and ultimately decided that CNC plastered mold was the best structure.  

The angle of the spherical dome was adjusted to ensure perfect balance – stable enough to never shake or fall when cats jump in and out. Aimicat’s door is designed so that natural outside light would not enter, ensuring a shaded space where cats feel a sense of safety and privacy at all times.

How does Aimicat achieve its Im-purr-essive Litter Efficiency?

After testing over 40 different varieties of cat litter, we discovered litter often clumped up before passing through the filter or got stuck to the walls. We made it our mission to determine the perfect material, size, and angle for the litter-dispensing aperture to ensure the most efficient litter usage. Then, to address the issue of litter sticking to the insides of the container, we developed a rubber elastic seal which folds out and dispenses any remaining litter.

Why did we decide to create a Custom-built Aimicat Sensor?

From infrared to ultrasonic – we tested a wide variety of sensor types and found that none of them were quite perfect for cats – some were even irritating to the cats’ senses!

We determined that the existing sensors were all too sensitive to environmental factors or the varying sizes and movements of cats. Other smart litter boxes commonly employ a weight sensor, but we found that far too dependent on the amount of weight applied, which presented safety concerns for cats.

This brought us to develop our own custom infrared sensors, which are long-lasting, energy-efficient, and most importantly – cat-friendly!  

What does Aimicat do to eliminate all those smelly cat odors?

We wanted to ensure that Aimicat is 100% odorless and completely halts any potential nasty smells. To accomplish this, Aimicat was equipped with a negative air pressure system, customized infrared sensor, and super easy-to-clean design.

Aimicat’s negative air pressure system was designed to ensure that air pressure inside Aimicat is lower than outside, completely negating potential for odor leakage. Then, we designed our infrared sensor to detect movements within 0.1 seconds, for highly responsive reaction time which immediately disposes of waste. Lastly, we wanted to make sure that Aimicat would be a cinch to clean – so we made it possible to simply run it under the tap.

How did you manage to make Aimicat so Quiet?

To ensure Aimicat would be noiseless, we covered the litter passage with soft rubber material which creates serene, effortless litter flow. We carefully tested and selected support structure points which were both sturdy and quiet, then implemented involute gears to aid in smoothing out Aimicat’s rotation efficiency. Perhaps most importantly, we did not settle for any old motor system, but instead developed a new motor system specifically for Aimicat. We co-designed the motor with one of the world’s largest manufacturers, in order to make sure that Aimicat would purr as softly as your furry friends do!

So who are we?

Wilsal is a team of young entrepreneurs leading the next generation of robotics. Our team is comprised of RoboMaster and RoboCup champions who are renowned experts in PCB, mold, plastics, and robotics hardware. We at Wilsal are passionate about creating intelligent pet products that bring reliable value and comfort to you and your pets’ lives.   

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FAQ

Why aimicat better than other Litter Robot

First of all, we improve safety by inventing the infrared ranging sensor. Some experiments show that the Litter Robot can only possibly identify a cat over 2.3kg on a hard floor, and over 3.5kg on a soft substrate such as a carpet, so it is entirely possible that the cat may be caught by jumping in while spinning. For our design, anything that enters the chamber will be detected and protects your little friends.

Secondly, we save cat litters, which is achieved by a mass amount of experiments. We did several sets of trials to determine the shape, size, strategy, and speed of rotation. For example, we used a honeycomb-like hexagonal hole, and as far as we know, Litter Robot appears to have used a diamond-shaped hole.

Thirdly, less malodor. We should be the first smart cat litter box to introduce a negative pressure system. The system consists of an exhaust fan and a carbon filter. We were working with the manufacture, adjusting the parameters of the manufacturing process, and results in our exclusive carbon filter. (Not the plastic, but the carbon particles inside!)

Forth, silence. The pivot points of the spherical chamber are made of self-lubricating material to reduce noise. As we mentioned earlier, the motor is also a custom one designed for a long lifespan and low noise.

And… we are easy to clear, you can just lift the spherical chamber for cleaning without any extra steps. And… more.

I have a big cat. Will he/she fit in Aimicat?

The space inside the globe measures: 450 * 470 * 420mm. If your cat is 450mm or less from the neck to the butt, then your cat can use Aimicat.

My cat is really small. Is it safe for him/her to use Aimicat?

Yes, Aimicat employs infrared sensor recognition, so cat recognition is not restricted by weight. Aimicat is significantly safer than products which use pressure sensors, especially for kittens weighing less than 80 grams.

How much can the waste compartment hold?

According to our testing, Aimicat’s waste compartment can hold up to 7.2 kg of cat waste for 7 days.

It also depends on how well cat litter absorbs urine. If it absorbs less urine and less feces, the container can hold more waste. In general, the fecal volume of a cat is proportional to its weight. So, if a cat is 6.5-7.5 kg, it will produce 112ml of urine every day, about 0.78 liters of urine every week. In this case, Aimicat would hold about 0.9kg of cat litter each week.

How many cats could use Aimicat?

We recommend one to three cats for every Aimicat. We suggest you monitor your cats’ behavior and evaluate if they are willing to share the smart litter box. 

How often do I need to dispose the waste?

Once per week is a good rule of thumb.

Do I need to use a special type of trash bag?

No need – Simply use a trash bag that is larger than the waste compartment.

What if my cat tries to enter while Aimicat is in self-cleaning mode?

The infrared sensors will detect your cat and the self-cleaning mode will stop. Aimicat will continue to self-clean after your cat exits Aimicat.  

What type of cat litter should I use?

We recommend using clumping clay (made of Bentonite), corn, tofu, or cat litter with good clumping properties. We do not recommend pine, recycled paper, and silica gel crystals. 

When my cat does his business, he tends to scratch the litter a lot.
 Is the soft silicone base strong enough or replaceable if needed?

Yes, we found some cats like scratching the rubber bowl in our tests, and we replaced it with harder and thicker material to prevent the cat from damaging it.

Regarding the Steps

As you have seen in the workshop tour, we made a variety of cat steps to make it easier for cats to get in and out. But when experimenting with cats, we found ourselves thinking more from a human perspective. The smallest cats that we have tested on is 6 weeks old（330g ）, and according to our observations, the cat could use Aimicat without any problems.

In the meantime, we are working on the steps for cats with arthritis, so stay tuned.

The function of silicone container, and its scratch proof material.

Perhaps you wondered how it works or how is it possible. We would like to add that we design this according to the cat’s squatting angle in the globe structure. So even if your cat have watery or sticky stool that day, the stool shall stays in designated space of the silicone container. While the stool is wrap in cat litter, the silicone container has as Eleatic setting that turns accordingly to the direction of the moving globe. When the silicone container turns upwards, it vibrates and shakes under the combined forces of elasticity and gravity (A short video of the shaking of a silicone container would is more illustrative). And thus, removes or release the sticky stool from the silicone material.

After many design adjustments and alignments through numerous test, this design has proven to be an effective solution for sticky stool.

Durability of the material
Yes, we found some cats like scratching rubber mater

What is the input voltage, Does Aimicat can used in my country?

100 ~ 240v AC ,Different specifications shall be sent according to the detailed specifications of different countries, the information of your countries used should be collected and confirm with you after campaign.

How long can the carbon filter be used?

The carbon filter lasts for up to 90 days. We recommend replacing the carbon filter every 30-60 days for optimal filtration.

The Carbon filter is part of the integrated design of Aimicat. We highly recommend that you use our carbon filter for better and longer lasting smell removal. We will send you a carbon filter link after the crowdfunding ends. The cost of one filter is $12. 

Power Supply Source: no built-in battery, uses household electricity

Depending on your cat’s habits and usage, your cat may prefer Aimicat use in one or more locations. We recommend establishing one or several fixed locations with electricity sources to place Aimicat.

Will the wire break?

We designed Aimicat wires to be bite proof – so that even if it is bitten, there is voltage safety.

How do you know my shipping address and how many add-ons I pledged?

We will collect your add-ons and your address after the campaign closed in a post-campaign survey. Please don’t worry.

What the warranty

we have two years warranty on the motor, and all spare parts have a year’s warranty. We will send you replacement parts or if it not easily fixable, a whole new unit. We do care a lot about our word of mouth since we will not stop at the Kickstarter, so you shouldn’t worrying too much about this.

Risks and challenges

We believe we have an extra advantage because we are more than a team of product designers, and we have our fair share of experience in the manufacturing industry. Even though we are a startup, we see those deadlines possible for us is because of the professionalism of the team. Plus, our CEO did worked in the largest molding company in Guangdong, China, and used to own his very own molding factory. We believe that with more than 15 years of experience in injection molding, we have an upper hand in the production side. If we are not able to promise a delivery in August, we can send out them in earlier September. When it comes to innovation, the design does matter. But our team also consider on what is achievable and practical in mass production. If something does go wrong, we promise to keep our backers updated and informed about any issues and about the way in which we are solving them.