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Abstract
A reusable drinking container incorporates an inner portion of safe, non-toxic glass and an outer portion of sustainable material such as bamboo, wood, carbon-fiber and the like. The outer member includes an inner cavity sized to receive the inner member. One or more of a top and bottom attachment members securely but releasably hold the inner member in place in the outer member. The one or more of the top and bottom attachment members thread onto corresponding threaded regions on the inner member.
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- This application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/367,226 filed on Jul. 23, 2010 entitled “Bamboo And Glass Drinking Apparatus” and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/451,240 filed on Mar. 10, 2011 entitled “Bamboo And Glass Drinking Apparatus” and incorporated fully herein by reference.
- The present invention relates to a reusable drinking container or liquid carrying container and more specifically, to a container that utilizes a glass interior container for a non-toxic and environmentally friendly reusable container and a bamboo, wood, carbon-fiber or other renewable and re-usable outer covering.
- Plastic drinking bottles have increased rapidly in popularity in the past 20 years. The disposable containers have been used to contain water, juices, sodas and other beverages. Recently there has been an emergence in reusable drinking containers as a result of both environmental concerns and health concerns. As plastic water bottles have become increasingly used, the amount of waste that has accumulated and the amount of petroleum used in the production of the bottles has become an environmental concern. Additionally, the overabundance of plastic bottles that end up in land fills has become a further environmental concern. Health concerns have also been raised around the used of Bisphenol A (BPA), which has been used in making polycarbonate plastic drink containers. Although there has been significant controversy over the safety of BPA, it has been linked to developmental, neural and reproductive problems when ingested.
- As a result of the environmental and health concerns posed by plastic drinking containers many consumer have begun using reusable drinking containers. Initially the majority of these reusable containers were plastic based products. As a result, the concern over BPA was not diminished by the use of reusable plastic bottles. BPA is an ingredient in the manufacturing process of hard, clear polycarbonate plastics and chemicals from the containers can leach from the plastic particularly when the containers are heated, cleaned with harsh detergent or exposed to an acidic substance.
- In an effort to overcome the health concerns caused by plastics, stainless steel or aluminum water bottles were introduced as a replacement option for a reusable drinking container. These stainless steel reusable containers are now becomingly increasingly scrutinized for both health and environmental reasons. First, manufacturing the stainless steel bottles requires large amounts of energy, much higher amounts than are required for other drinking containers. Additionally, many manufacturers of the stainless steel reusable containers line the interior of the bottle with a synthetic coating that contains BPA or another potentially harmful substance, such as BADGE. BADGE has been shown to genetically modify cells and cause cancer in lab testing. The possibility of aluminum contamination has been associated with various health risks, including Alzheimer's disease, arteriosclerosis and other possible neurological side effects. Due to the increasing concern surrounding stainless steel reusable containers there is a need for an environmentally friendly and safe reusable container.
- Accordingly, what is needed is a reusable drinking container that includes an inner container that holds the potable liquid and is made from a material that is non-toxic and does not pose environmental and health concerns, such as glass, as well as an exterior container into which the interior container fits that is able to be manufactured in an environmentally friendly way that incorporates safe materials that are renewable and sustainable and that can be recycled, such as bamboo, wood, carbon-fiber and the like.
- The present invention features, in a first embodiment a liquid carrying container comprising a non-toxic inner portion configured for containing potable liquids, wherein the inner portion includes an upper region that includes an upper opening with an upper threaded attachment region, a side region and a bottom region; and an protective outer bamboo portion, wherein the outer bamboo portion includes an inner cavity configured to receive the bottom and side regions of the inner portion, and wherein the outer portion is configured to be fully detachable from the inner portion; and a top member, wherein the top member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion and is configured to serve as a cap which fully covers and provides a liquid-tight seal of the upper opening of the inner portion.
- In this first embodiment of the present invention, the non-toxic inner portion may be glass. The glass may be fortified such that it is generally shatterproof. The outer portion may be constructed from a material selected from the group consisting of bamboo, wood and carbon-fiber material. The bamboo or wood material may be manufactured by forming thin strips of bamboo or wood together to form one solid outer portion piece. An outer diameter of the outer portion is configured to fit within a cup holder of an automobile.
- This embodiment may further comprise an upper attachment member, wherein the attachment member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion and configured to secure the inner portion and the outer portion into a fixed position relative to one another. The upper attachment member may include threaded attachment means, wherein the threaded attachment means is configured to be compatible with the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion. The attachment member is preferably a ring type nut device and is constructed from a material selected from the group consisting of plastic and rubber. The top member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment of the inner portion and to come into direct contact with the attachment member, wherein the top member is configured to serve as a cap which fully covers and seals the upper opening of the inner portion. The top member is preferably constructed from a material such as plastic or rubber, and is recyclable. Additionally, the top member may further include one of the following: a loop, a ring, or a karabiner-style attachment.
- In a further embodiment of the present invention, the bottom region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion includes a lower portion threaded region, and wherein the container further comprises a lower attachment member, wherein the lower attachment member is configured to attach to the lower portion threaded region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion, and wherein said lower attachment member is configured to secure the inner portion and the outer portion into a releasably fixed position relative to one another.
- In another embodiment of the present invention, a drinking container device comprises a non-toxic inner generally shatterproof glass portion configured for containing liquids, wherein the generally shatterproof glass inner portion includes an upper region that includes an upper opening with an upper threaded attachment region, a side region and a bottom region; an outer bamboo portion, wherein the outer bamboo portion includes an inner cavity configured to receive the inner portion, and wherein the outer bamboo portion is configured to be fully detachable from the inner portion; a top member, wherein the top member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion and is configured to both maintain the inner portion removably securely attached to the outer bamboo portion as well as to serve as a cap which fully covers and provides a liquid-tight seal of the upper opening of the inner portion; and wherein the bottom region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion includes a lower portion threaded region, and wherein the container further comprises a lower attachment member, wherein the lower attachment member is configured to attach to the lower portion threaded region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion, and wherein said lower attachment member is configured to secure the inner portion and the outer portion into a releasably fixed position relative to one another.
- In this embodiment, the lower attachment member is preferably a screw cap. Further, the lower attachment member is preferably constructed from a material including plastic and rubber.
- In yet another embodiment, a liquid containing apparatus comprises an inner portion including an upper region, a lower opening and a lower threaded attachment; a cap configured to attach to an upper region of the inner portion; an outer portion configured to cover the inner portion, wherein the outer portion includes a lower surface, wherein the lower surface includes one or more slots; and a bottom member, wherein the bottom member is configured to attach to the lower threaded attachment region of the inner portion, wherein the bottom member comprises: a top side including one or more protrusions located on an upper rim portion, wherein the one or more protrusions are configured to fit into the one or more slots on the lower surface of the outer portion, thereby ensuring the outer member cannot rotate in relation to the bottom member when the cap is attached or removed from the inner portion; and a bottom side.
- In this embodiment, the bottom member may include a first protrusion and a second protrusion, wherein the first protrusion is placed 180 degrees opposite the second protrusion, and wherein the lower surface of the outer portion includes a first slot and a second slot, wherein the first slot is configured to receive the first protrusion and the second slot is configured to receive the second protrusion. The bottom member may also include one or more ridges located on an inner surface of the bottom member, wherein the one or more ridges are configured to make contact with the inner portion at the lower threaded attachment and wherein the one or more ridges interlock with a plurality of ridges on a bottom edge of the lower threaded attachment. The bottom member may further include one or more holes, wherein the one or more holes are configured to allow moisture from condensation or spillage to flow out of the apparatus and to prevent moisture from becoming trapped in the bottom member.
- These and other features and advantages of the present invention will be better understood by reading the following detailed description, taken together with the drawings wherein:
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FIG. 1A is a perspective view of a drinking apparatus of the present invention whileFIG. 1B is a cross-sectional view of an assembled drinking apparatus of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 is an exploded view of the assembly of the drinking apparatus of the present invention; -
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional perspective view of the drinking apparatus of the present invention; and -
FIG. 4 is a detailed view of the bottom member of the drinking apparatus in one embodiment of the present invention. - The present invention features a drinking or
liquid carrying container 10,FIG. 1 , that includes a safe, non-toxicinner portion 12 that contains any potable liquid made of glass, and a renewable protectiveouter portion 14 made of bamboo, wood, carbon-fiber or the like. It has been shown that the only water bottles that are 100% safe to use are those that are made from glass. Traditionally, glass has been thought of as a material that is breakable and rather heavy. Glass is, however, extremely safe. Glass has not been shown to be toxic or to leach chemicals or negative flavors into a contained liquid. Additionally, glass is entirely recyclable. - In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the drinking apparatus includes a glass
inner portion 12 that replaces traditional synthetic and toxic liners. The glass that will preferably be used for theinner portion 12 will be microwave and dishwasher safe. The glass will be fortified such that a drop should not break the glass. The glass can be any type of glass product, however the glass will preferably be shatter-proof or break-proof. Such glass is well known in the art. - The
inner portion 12 includes anupper opening 28 and may also optionally include alower opening 26. Theupper opening 28 will preferably be wide enough that the opening can easily accommodate ice cubes. Theinner portion 12 is provided with an upper threadedattachment region 22 as well as a lower threadedattachment portion 24. - The
drinking apparatus 10 also includes anouter portion 14 that is preferably made from a renewable and/or recycled material such as bamboo, wood (such as oak from used wine barrels), carbon-fiber material and the like. The outer material such as bamboo provides a sustainable, renewable and environmentally friendly material that provides protection to theinner portion 12 and also is easy to grip by a user and provides some insulative value, preventing the user's hand from coming in direct contact with a hot or coldinner portion 12. Bamboo is a preferred material as it may be harvested using a sustainable, selective cutting method. Theouter portion 14 may be manufactured by molding and/or gluing or otherwise fusing thin strips of individual bamboo or wood pieces together. This process would increase the strength of theouter portion 14 and reduce waste in the manufacturing process and allow for the use of small pieces of material that might have been unused from other manufacturing processes. - The outer diameter of the
outer portion 14 will preferably be designed to fit easily into a car's cup holder. Preferably, theinner portion 12 is removable from theouter portion 14, such that theinner portion 12 can be effectively and easily washed by hand or in a dishwasher. - The
inner portion 12 can be slid into theouter portion 14 and effectively held in place by abottom member 16, such as a screw on cap, screw on ring or other similar attachment means. Thebottom member 16 can be plastic, rubber or any other suitable material and will preferably be recyclable. Thebottom member 16 will preferably entirely cover thelower opening 26 of the inner portion and provide an effective non-leaking seal. In this embodiment, theinner portion 12 includes alower region 15 nearlower opening 26 that tapers inward and has a diameter that is less than the diameter of the remainder of theinner portion 12. Thelower region 15 forms a “step” which when theinner portion 12 is installed in place in theouter member 14 abuts onto outermember ridge portion 17. Whenbottom member 16 is screwed onto lower threadedregion 24 of theinner portion 12, theinner portion 12 is pulled down tightly against theridge portion 17 holding the inner portion generally snugly in place within theouter portion 14. - Alternatively, in another embodiment of the invention, the
drinking apparatus 10 may not require abottom member 16 as theinner portion 12 may not have alower opening 26. In this embodiment, theouter portion 14 would wrap entirely around the bottom of theinner portion 12. In another embodiment, theinner portion 12 may include a wider lower region of approximately the same size aslower member 16. In this embodiment, theinner portion 12 may be inserted into the cavity of theouter member 14 upward from the bottom region of theouter member 14 with the bottom of theinner member 12 resting against theouter member 14. - The
bottom member 16 preferably includes atop side 46,FIG. 4 , and abottom side 48. Thetop side 46 of thebottom member 16 includes one or more protrusions or tabs 30 located on anupper rim portion 36 of thebottom member 16. The one or more protrusions 30 are configured to fit into one or more slots 32 (FIG. 2 ) located within a lower surface orregion 34 of theouter portion 14. In a preferred embodiment, two protrusions 30 are provided on thebottom member 16, wherein afirst protrusion 30 a is placed 180 degrees opposite asecond protrusion 30 b, as seen inFIG. 4 . In this preferred embodiment, thelower surface 34 of theouter portion 14 would feature twoslots 32 configured to receive the two protrusions 30. The protrusions 30 fit into theslots 32 of theouter member 14 thereby ensuring theouter member 14 cannot rotate in relation to thebottom member 16 when thecap 20 is twisted on or removed from thebottle 12. - The
bottom member 16 may further includeridges 38,FIG. 4 . Theridges 38 are located on aninner surface 40 of thebottom member 16. Theridges 38 are configured to make contact with theinner portion 12 at the lower threadedattachment 24. Theridges 38 interlock with a plurality of ridges or other protrusions on abottom edge 42 of the lower threadedattachment 24, thereby locking thebottom member 16 to theinner portion 12 such that the combination of thebottom member 16 andinner portion 12 will not come unscrewed or detached when rotating (removing or replacing) anattachment member 18 or top member 20 (as described above and below). - Additionally, the
bottom member 16 may feature one or more holes oropenings 44. The one or more holes oropenings 44 are designed to allow moisture from condensation or spillage to flow out of thedrinking apparatus 10. The one ormore holes 44 prevent moisture from becoming trapped in thebottom member 16. - An
attachment member 18 is attachable to the upper threadedattachment 22 of theinner portion 12. Theattachment member 18 is a ring like device that attaches and thereby secures theinner portion 12 in place to theouter portion 14. The attachment means for theattachment member 18 preferably includes a threaded attachment that is compatible with the upper threadedattachment 22 of theinner portion 12. Theattachment member 18 is preferably a large ring like nut and may be plastic, rubber or any other suitable material. - Additionally, a
top member 20 in the form of a cap is then securable to the upper threadedattachment 22 of theinner portion 12. Thetop member 20 comes in direct contact with theattachment member 18. Thetop member 20 serves as a leak-proof cap, which fully covers theupper opening 28 and provides a leak-proof seal. Thetop member 20 may be plastic, rubber or any other suitable material and will preferably be recyclable. Thetop member 20 may be in the shape of a flat cap as shown inFIGS. 2 and 3 or alternatively, may include a loop, ring or other karabiner-style design (shown generally as 50 inFIG. 1 ) in order to allow a user to attach thedrinking apparatus 10 to a bag or to hold thedrinking apparatus 10 more easily with one or two fingers. - In another embodiment of the present invention, the
attachment member 18 may not be used and rather thetop member 20 would serve as both the cap and the attachment means, securing theinner portion 12 to theouter portion 14 and also providing a cover over theupper opening 28. Thetop member 20 may also feature other various accessories, such as a straw (not shown) that is designed to pull fluid from the bottom of theinner portion 12. - Accordingly, the present invention provides a novel drinking apparatus using a combination of bamboo and glass that improves upon all existing reusable drinking containers. The
outer portion 14 serves to protect the inner portion of 12 and also provides insulating qualities. The drinking apparatus preferably includes aninner portion 12 andrecyclable bottom member 16 andtop member 20, which creates a drinking apparatus that is easy to use and assemble, easy to drink from, and easy to clean. - It is important to note that the present invention is not intended to be limited to a system or method which must satisfy one or more of any stated objects or features of the invention. It is also important to note that the present invention is not limited to the preferred, exemplary, or primary embodiment(s) described herein. Modifications and substitutions by one of ordinary skill in the art are considered to be within the scope of the present invention.
- Modifications and substitutions by one of ordinary skill in the art are considered to be within the scope of the present invention, which is not to be limited except by the allowed claims and their legal equivalent.
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1. A liquid carrying container comprising:
a non-toxic inner portion configured for containing potable liquids, wherein the inner portion includes an upper region that includes an upper opening with an upper threaded attachment region, a side region and a bottom region; and
an outer portion, wherein the outer portion includes an inner cavity configured to receive the bottom and side regions of the inner portion, and wherein the outer portion is configured to be fully detachable from the inner portion; and
a top member, wherein the top member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion and is configured to serve as a cap which fully covers and provides a liquid-tight seal of the upper opening of the inner portion.
2. The container of claim 1 , wherein the non-toxic inner portion is glass.
3. The container of claim 2 , wherein the glass is fortified such that it is generally shatterproof.
4. The container of claim 1 , wherein the outer portion is selected from the group consisting of bamboo, wood and carbon-fiber material.
5. The container of claim 4 , wherein the bamboo or wood material is manufactured by forming thin strips of bamboo or wood together to form the outer portion piece.
6. The container of claim 1 , wherein an outer diameter of the outer portion is configured to fit within a cup holder of an automobile.
7. The container of claim 1 , further comprising an upper attachment member, wherein the attachment member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion and configured to secure the inner portion and the outer portion into a fixed position relative to one another.
8. The container of claim 7 , wherein the upper attachment member includes threaded attachment means, wherein the threaded attachment means is configured to be compatible with the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion.
9. The container of claim 7 , wherein the attachment member is a ring type nut device and is constructed from a material selected from the group consisting of plastic and rubber.
10. The container of claim 7 , wherein the top member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment of the inner portion and to come into direct contact with the attachment member, wherein the top member is configured to serve as a cap which fully covers and seals the upper opening of the inner portion.
11. The container of claim 1 , wherein the top member is constructed from a material such as plastic or rubber, and is recyclable.
12. The container of claim 1 , wherein the top member further includes one of the following: a loop, a ring, or a karabiner-style attachment.
13. The container of claim 1 , wherein the bottom region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion includes a lower portion threaded region, and wherein the container further comprises a lower attachment member, wherein the lower attachment member is configured to attach to the lower portion threaded region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion, and wherein said lower attachment member is configured to secure the inner portion and the outer portion into a releasably fixed position relative to one another.
14. A drinking container device comprising:
a non-toxic inner generally shatterproof glass portion configured for containing liquids, wherein the generally shatterproof glass inner portion includes an upper region that includes an upper opening with an upper threaded attachment region, a side region and a bottom region;
an outer bamboo portion, wherein the outer bamboo portion includes an inner cavity configured to receive the inner portion, and wherein the outer bamboo portion is configured to be fully detachable from the inner portion;
a top member, wherein the top member is configured to attach to the upper threaded attachment region of the inner portion and is configured to both maintain the inner portion removably securely attached to the outer bamboo portion as well as to serve as a cap which fully covers and provides a liquid-tight seal of the upper opening of the inner portion; and
wherein the bottom region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion includes a lower portion threaded region, and wherein the container further comprises a lower attachment member, wherein the lower attachment member is configured to attach to the lower portion threaded region of the generally shatterproof glass inner portion, and wherein said lower attachment member is configured to secure the inner portion and the outer portion into a releasably fixed position relative to one another.
15. The device of claim 1 , wherein the lower attachment member is a screw cap.
16. The device of claim 15 , wherein the lower attachment member is constructed from a material including plastic and rubber.
17. A liquid containing apparatus comprising:
an inner portion including an upper region, a lower opening and a lower threaded attachment;
a cap configured to attach to an upper region of the inner portion;
an outer portion configured to cover the inner portion, wherein the outer portion includes a lower surface, wherein the lower surface includes one or more slots; and
a bottom member, wherein the bottom member is configured to attach to the lower threaded attachment region of the inner portion, wherein the bottom member comprises:
a top side including one or more protrusions located on an upper rim portion, wherein the one or more protrusions are configured to fit into the one or more slots on the lower surface of the outer portion, thereby ensuring the outer member cannot rotate in relation to the bottom member when the cap is attached or removed from the inner portion; and
a bottom side.
18. The apparatus of claim 17 , wherein the bottom member includes a first protrusion and a second protrusion, wherein the first protrusion is placed 180 degrees opposite the second protrusion, and wherein the lower surface of the outer portion includes a first slot and a second slot, wherein the first slot is configured to receive the first protrusion and the second slot is configured to receive the second protrusion.
19. The apparatus of claim 17 , wherein the bottom member includes one or more ridges located on an inner surface of the bottom member, wherein the one or more ridges are configured to make contact with the inner portion at the lower threaded attachment and wherein the one or more ridges interlock with a plurality of ridges on a bottom edge of the lower threaded attachment.
20. The apparatus of claim 17 , wherein the bottom member further includes one or more holes, wherein the one or more holes are configured to allow moisture from condensation or spillage to flow out of the apparatus and to prevent moisture from becoming trapped in the bottom member.
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