Patent Grant
11267614
The presently disclosed technology relates generally to storage containers for meals and beverages, and more specifically to a multi-storage container for storing and transporting multiple meals, beverages, utensils, or other on-the-go items.
Regular mugs and cups aren't able to store multiple different kinds of food, snacks, silverware and accessories at one time with an ability to change into over a dozen different shapes and designs for storage. They also don't have an insert able plastic bowl for microwavable use while still being able to form a cup that can transform.
Regular lunchbox's and Tupperware® containers aren't able to provide easy accessibility on the go while still being able to transform into three different mug fluid ounce sizes on the go while staying intact. Also these containers can't become bigger and smaller to store different portions of food, accessories, and other devices when the moment arises.
Presently, there is no solution known to the inventor to being able to hold accessories, beverages, food, snacks, change, etc. for on the go use in one storage container. All while being easily accessible and have the ability to store many different items while being well insulated and microwaveable. Along with these features the inventor is unaware of any container that does all these things while still being able to transform and change with all the parts needed and used in everyday life to store food, accessories, and drink at once (no other container can use something similar to bowls, mugs, cups, plates, cup holder, and container holders in one transportable device).
The purpose of the summary is to enable the public, and especially the scientists, engineers, and practitioners in the art who are not familiar with patent or legal terms or phraseology, to determine quickly from a cursory inspection, the nature and essence of the technical disclosure of the application. The summary is neither intended to define the inventive concept(s) of the application, which is measured by the claims, nor is it intended to be limiting as to the scope of the inventive concept(s) in any way.
The present invention seeks to provide a solution to this problem(s) by providing a transformable drinking container that can store multiple different kinds of food, drink, accessories, supplements, medication, and change at one time without touching. It is also included that it provides easy accessibility with threads and thread inserts along each part while allowing the user to interchange pieces on the go for different storage/container sizes and shapes on the go for any situation that may arise. It is can be used for the storage of items used in everyday life since the container has multiple containers.
What is disclosed is a portable multi-compartment storage container for meals and beverages. In a preferred embodiment, the portable multi-compartment storage a a first container and a first container lid attached to top of the first container. The portable multi-compartment storage has a medial container configured for attaching to the bottom of the first container, and a second container. The second container attaches to the medial container opposite to the first container. The second container has a lid attached to the bottom of the second container. The portable multi-compartment storage has a first medial lid configured for inserting in the medial container proximate to the first container to separate the contents of the medial container from the first container. The portable multi-compartment storage preferably has a second medial lid configured for inserted in the medial container proximate to the second container. The second medial lid is configured to separate the contents of the medial container from the contents of the second container. The portable multi-compartment storage is preferably configured for holding food items and beverages.
The first container lid is preferably configured for removable attachment to the first container. The second container lid is preferably configured for removable attachment to the second container. The portable multi-compartment storage container preferably has a handle attached to at least the first container. The handle is preferably removably attached to at least the first container. The handle preferably has a plurality of tabs attached to the first container, the medial container, and the second container. A strap attaches to the plurality of tabs and is configured for being adjustable.
The portable multi-compartment storage container preferably has a medial connector configured for attaching to the first container and the medial container. The medial connector is preferably configured for attaching the second container when the medial container is removed. The first medial lid is configured for insertion into the medial connector such that when the first medial connector and first medial lid is inserted, the contents of the first container is separated from the medial container or the second container when the medial container is removed.
In a preferred embodiment, the first container is configured for attaching to the medial connector, medial container when the medial connector is removed, and the second container if the medial connector and medial container are removed.
In a preferred embodiment, the first container, the medial connector, the medial container, and the second container have threaded engagements configured for threaded attachment to each, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the first medial lid and the second medial lid are configured for threaded attachment to the medial connector and medial container, respectively.
In a preferred embodiment, the first medial lid and the medial connector are configured for use as an eating dish, such as a plate or a bowl.
The portable multi-compartment storage container preferably is durable, insulated, and transformable to any situation (such as storing breakfast, lunch, dinner, leftovers, drinks, accessories, and change). Each of the containers are preferably configured for a fluid seal so that the contents of each container cannot leak into another container or leak out of the container. It is able to transform due to each piece having threads and/or thread inserts that allow for each part to screw onto one another to form a dozen or more different container sizes and shapes for any situation. The container is able to use two bowls, a base plate piece, and a middle container piece to form three different well insulated mug sizes and shapes.
The portable multi-compartment storage container can actually form one to four different compartments to store multiple different kinds of food, drink, accessories, and change at one time without touching. The threads on each part allow for different Tupperware® container compartment shapes for different food and accessories to be stored. It is preferably made of stainless steel which allows for the container to keep one or many different forms of food and/or drink warm or cool for long periods of time. In alternate embodiments, plastic materials such as Tupperware® or a resilient plastic material may be used. The second container is configured for the insertion of a plastic insertable bowl stored in it to allow an individual to remove the plastic bowl and microwave food then store it back into the second container to keep it warm for long periods of time while possibly traveling with their stored food or accessory of choice in the medial container
The portable multi-compartment storage container can be used for all situations, including but not limited to: the gym (to store supplements), movies, school lunches, on the go parents, the office party (store chips and dip in it), college students (to store flash drives), business owners (to store business cards), hospitals (to store pills), children or adults that need medication (inhaler, epi-pen), breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks, accessory holder, change holder. It preferably has of all the things people would use in a day while still being able to transform and hold items which is something everyone always wants. The portable multi-compartment storage container can come in different colors or customizable colors that allow for sports fans and creative people to express themselves freely by buying multiple different container colors and interchanging them to whatever cool design they want.
Still other features and advantages of the claimed invention will become readily apparent to those skilled in this art from the following detailed description describing preferred embodiments of the invention, simply by way of illustration of the best mode contemplated by carrying out my invention. As will be realized, the invention is capable of modification in various obvious respects all without departing from the invention. Accordingly, the description of the preferred embodiments is to be regarded as illustrative in nature, and not as restrictive in nature.
While the presently disclosed inventive concept(s) is susceptible of various modifications and alternative constructions, certain illustrated embodiments thereof have been shown in the drawings and will be described below in detail. It should be understood, however, that there is no intention to limit the inventive concept(s) to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the presently disclosed and claimed inventive concept(s) is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the inventive concept(s) as defined herein.
The first container 12 and second container 16 are preferably in the shape of a bowl, with the perimeter curving inward as it approaches the lids 18, 22. In alternative embodiments, the first container is cylindrical. In alternate embodiments the first container can be in a polygonal shape with multiple sides. The medial container 14 is preferably a cylindrical shape. In alternate embodiments, the medial container can be in a polygonal shape with multiple sides. The second container 16 is preferably larger in volume than the first container 14. In alternate embodiments the first container and second container are approximately the same size.
In a preferred embodiment, a medial connector 20 is attached to the first container 12. The first container 12 attaches to the medial connector 20 preferably by a threaded engagement. In alternate embodiments, the first container attaches to the medial connector by a force fit engagement, a snap on attachment, or other attachments known in the art for fluid seal.
The medial connector 20 is configured to preferably attach to the first container 12 and to the medial container 14. The medial connector 20 preferably attaches to the medial container 14 and first container 12 by a threaded engagement. In alternate embodiments, the medial connector attaches to the medial container and first container by a force fit engagement, a snap on attachment, or other attachments known in the art. The medial connector 20 is configured to attach to the second container 16 when the medial container 14 is removed (not shown).
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The second container 16 is configured to attach a lid 22 at the bottom of the second container 16. The attachment of the lid 22 to the second container 16 is preferably by a threaded engagement. In alternate embodiments, the attachment can be made by a force fit engagement, a snap on attachment, or other attachments known in the art for fluid seal. The lid 22 is preferably generally planar so that the lid 22 can balance and support the portable multi-compartment storage container 10 if placed on a generally flat surface.
The second container 16 is configured to allow for the insertion, storage, and transportation of a plastic insertable bowl that can be used in a microwave.
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In a preferred embodiment, the first container 12 and second container 16 have bottle necks 13, 17 configured for attaching the lids 18, 22. The bottle necks 13, 17 can be configured with a seal 26 configured for preventing any leaking of the food or beverage contents in the containers 12, 16.
In a preferred embodiment, the portable multi-compartment storage container 10 has a first medial lid 24 and a second medial lid 26. The first medial lid 24 is configured for attaching into the interior of the medial connector 20. This attachment can be made by a threaded engagement, a force fit engagement, a snap fit engagement, or other attachments known in the art for fluid seal. The first medial lid 24 is configured for separating the meal or beverage items between the first container 12 and the medial container 14. Alternatively, the first medial lid 24 is configured for separating the meal or beverage items between the first container 12 and the second container 16 when the medial container 14 is removed.
In a preferred embodiment, the second medial lid 26 is configured for securely inserting into the medial container 14. The second medial lid 26 is configured for separating the meal or beverage items between the medial container 14 and the second container 12.
The first medial lid 24 and the second medial lid 26 are configured for removable attachment. If a user desires to have more space within the portable multi-compartment storage container 10, or if the user wishes to hold fewer different items, the user can remove the lids 24, 26.
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The first medial lid is configured to be removably attached and used as a plate by a user. The medial lid and the medial connector are configured such that a user can remove the medial lid and the medial connector such that the user has a shallow bowl.
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Preferably, the portable multi-compartment storage container is made of resilient plastic or stainless steel (for better insulation). In alternate embodiments, other metals, including but not limited to aluminum or other resilient materials known in the art, can be used.
The portable multi-compartment storage container is preferably configured to be adjustable and interchangeable. The first container is configured to attach the medial connector, the medial container when the medial connector is removed, and the second container when the medial connector and the medial container are removed. The medial connector is configured to attach the second container when the medial container is removed. A user can utilize all three containers, two containers, or a single container by having only the first a container and second container attached or the first container and medial container attached without any medial lids inserted therein.
While certain exemplary embodiments are shown in the Figures and described in this disclosure, it is to be distinctly understood that the presently disclosed inventive concept(s) is not limited thereto but may be variously embodied to practice within the scope of this disclosure. From the foregoing description, it will be apparent that various changes may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the disclosure as defined herein.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/785,062, filed Dec. 26, 2018, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.
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