Patent Application
20250083856
The present invention relates generally to a beverage container. More specifically, the present invention is a can end for a beverage can, comprising an angled disk to provide a recess.
Traditional beverage cans have long been a ubiquitous choice for packaging and distributing a wide array of beverages, ranging from carbonated sodas to fruit juices and alcoholic beverages. These conventional cans, typically cylindrical in shape with flat, horizontal can ends, offer several advantages in terms of storage, stacking, and cost-effectiveness. However, despite their widespread use, they present inherent limitations that have remained largely unaddressed until now.
One of the primary issues with conventional beverage cans is the discomfort experienced by users, particularly when consuming the beverage directly from the can. The typical can end, with its flat surface, lacks consideration for the anatomy of the human face, notably the user's nose. Consequently, users often find themselves struggling to position the can in such a way that allows for unobstructed drinking, leading to awkward and sometimes unpleasant experiences. The discomfort arises from the direct contact of the can end with the user's nose, causing inconvenience and, in some instances, spillage.
Furthermore, the traditional cylindrical shape of beverage cans exacerbates this issue. The cylindrical design, while efficient for storage and distribution, limits the user's ability to tilt the can at an optimal angle for drinking. This often necessitates tilting the head backward, which not only increases the risk of spillage but also places strain on the neck and upper body, leading to discomfort and potential health concerns with extended use.
These issues underscore the need for an innovative solution in the field of beverage can design. The prior art has made attempts to address some of these challenges, such as introducing contoured can ends or adding plastic or rubber attachments to create a buffer between the can and the user's nose. However, these solutions have been far from ideal, often resulting in added production costs, complexity, and consumer dissatisfaction due to the lack of an efficient, universally applicable solution.
An objective of the present invention is to overcome the limitations of the prior art by providing a beverage can end that is ergonomically designed to accommodate the user's nose during the act of drinking. To achieve this objective, the invention incorporates several key components, each contributing to the realization of this innovative solution.
An objective of the present invention is the introduction of an angled surface on the can end. This angled surface is positioned to allow sufficient space for the user's nose, ensuring that it does not come into direct contact with the can end during consumption. The precise angle and dimensions of this surface are engineered to accommodate a wide range of facial structures, thereby enhancing the overall user experience. An additional objective of the present invention is to provide comfort to the user. By eliminating the discomfort caused by the user's nose coming into contact with the can end, it enhances the overall drinking experience, making it more enjoyable and convenient. This feature is particularly valuable in scenarios where users may not have access to alternative drinking vessels, such as when outdoors or during travel.
To ensure practicality and ease of manufacturing, the angled surface is seamlessly integrated into the can end design. This integration not only maintains the structural integrity of the can but also eliminates the need for additional components, minimizing production costs and waste. The present invention is adaptable to various beverage can sizes and types. Whether used for standard 12-ounce soda cans or larger or smaller containers, the angled can end design can be scaled accordingly, ensuring its applicability across the entire spectrum of beverage packaging.
The angled surface design also contributes to spill prevention. By allowing users to drink from the can without tilting it to extreme angles, the risk of spillage is significantly reduced. This feature is of particular importance for carbonated beverages, which are prone to foaming and overflowing when agitated.
In conclusion, the present invention represents a groundbreaking advancement in the field of beverage can design, addressing longstanding issues associated with user comfort and convenience. By introducing an angled surface strategically engineered to accommodate the user's nose, this innovation revolutionizes the way beverages are consumed directly from the can.
A can end comprising an angled disk that descends from the rim of a beverage can, into the cavity of the beverage can at an angle. The can end includes a tab, a rivet, and a lid wherein a normal force applied to the tab will punch out the lid to reveal an opening wherein liquid may exit through the can end.
All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.
As a preliminary matter, it will readily be understood by one having ordinary skill in the relevant art that the present disclosure has broad utility and application. As should be understood, any embodiment may incorporate only one or a plurality of the above-disclosed aspects of the disclosure and may further incorporate only one or a plurality of the above-disclosed features. Furthermore, any embodiment discussed and identified as being “preferred” is considered to be part of a best mode contemplated for carrying out the embodiments of the present disclosure. Other embodiments also may be discussed for additional illustrative purposes in providing a full and enabling disclosure. Moreover, many embodiments, such as adaptations, variations, modifications, and equivalent arrangements, will be implicitly disclosed by the embodiments described herein and fall within the scope of the present disclosure.
Accordingly, while embodiments are described herein in detail in relation to one or more embodiments, it is to be understood that this disclosure is illustrative and exemplary of the present disclosure, and are made merely for the purposes of providing a full and enabling disclosure. The detailed disclosure herein of one or more embodiments is not intended, nor is to be construed, to limit the scope of patent protection afforded in any claim of a patent issuing here from, which scope is to be defined by the claims and the equivalents thereof. It is not intended that the scope of patent protection be defined by reading into any claim a limitation found herein that does not explicitly appear in the claim itself.
Additionally, it is important to note that each term used herein refers to that which an ordinary artisan would understand such term to mean based on the contextual use of such term herein. To the extent that the meaning of a term used herein—as understood by the ordinary artisan based on the contextual use of such term-differs in any way from any particular dictionary definition of such term, it is intended that the meaning of the term as understood by the ordinary artisan should prevail.
Furthermore, it is important to note that, as used herein, “a” and “an” each generally denotes “at least one,” but does not exclude a plurality unless the contextual use dictates otherwise. When used herein to join a list of items, “or” denotes “at least one of the items,” but does not exclude a plurality of items of the list. Finally, when used herein to join a list of items, “and” denotes “all of the items of the list.”
The following detailed description refers to the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numbers are used in the drawings and the following description to refer to the same or similar elements. While many embodiments of the disclosure may be described, modifications, adaptations, and other implementations are possible. For example, substitutions, additions, or modifications may be made to the elements illustrated in the drawings, and the methods described herein may be modified by substituting, reordering, or adding stages to the disclosed methods. Accordingly, the following detailed description does not limit the disclosure. Instead, the proper scope of the disclosure is defined by the appended claims. The present disclosure contains headers. It should be understood that these headers are used as references and are not to be construed as limiting upon the subjected matter disclosed under the header.
Other technical advantages may become readily apparent to one of ordinary skill in the art after review of the following figures and description. It should be understood at the outset that, although exemplary embodiments are illustrated in the figures and described below, the principles of the present disclosure may be implemented using any number of techniques, whether currently known or not. The present disclosure should in no way be limited to the exemplary implementations and techniques illustrated in the drawings and described below.
Unless otherwise indicated, the drawings are intended to be read together with the specification, and are to be considered a portion of the entire written description of this invention. As used in the following description, the terms “horizontal”, “vertical”, “left”, “right”, “up”, “down” and the like, as well as adjectival and adverbial derivatives thereof (e.g., “horizontally”, “rightwardly”, “upwardly”, “radially”, etc.), simply refer to the orientation of the illustrated structure as the particular drawing figure faces the reader. Similarly, the terms “inwardly,” “outwardly” and “radially” generally refer to the orientation of a surface relative to its axis of elongation, or axis of rotation, as appropriate.
The present disclosure includes many aspects and features. Moreover, while many aspects and features relate to, and are described in the context of a can end, embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to use only in this context.
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The present invention is manufactured and attached to beverage cans 2 using methods known to those in the art. Although the invention has been explained in relation to its preferred embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63582155 | Sep 2023 | US |
