CLOSURE AND LID AND METHODS FOR FORMING THE CLOSURE AND LID

Abstract

An example lid assembly might include a lid and a slider. The lid might include a wall that defines a groove. The slider might be configured to slide into the groove and could be configured to move between a closed position, where the slider covers the opening to help prevent spillage, and an open position, where the slider uncovers the opening so that the contents can be poured from the container. The slider might be configured to be detachable from the lid and replaceable. Additionally, the slider might be formed from elements of the upper and lower slider supports that magnetically engage with each other.In some examples, the lower sliding support of the slider may include a vent with rounded inlet portions, and the lid assembly may include interlocking members with sloped surfaces.

Description

CLOSURE AND LID AND METHODS FOR FORMING THE CLOSURE AND LID CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 125,835, filed December 15, 2020, and the co-pending U.S. Patent Application No. 16 / 988,301, filed August 7, 2020, which claims priority from International Application No. PCT / US2019 / 057420 entitled “CLOSURE AND LID AND METHOD OF FORMING CLOSURE AND LID”, filed October 22, 2019, which claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 749,443, filed October 23, 2018. All of these applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety for all non-limiting purposes. FIELD OF INVENTION This disclosure refers in general terms to drinking container lids, and more specifically, to sealable drinking container lids used for beverages or drinkable foods. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Beverage containers can be filled with hot or cold liquids, such as water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, or alcoholic beverages like beer. These containers can be made from a variety of materials, including stainless steel, glass, plastic, cardboard, or paper. Lids may be provided on beverage containers to create an opening for pouring the contents. In some cases, it may be desirable to selectively seal and store the container to prevent spillage. IVIA / a / ZUZÓ / UU 14OU BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION This summary provides a simplified introduction to some general concepts related to the present invention, which are described in greater detail in the detailed description. This summary does not purport to identify key features or essential characteristics of the invention. The disclosures herein may relate to a lockable lid assembly for drinking containers. In one example, the lid assembly may include a manually movable slider, which may include a tab or handle. In some examples, the slider may be configured to perform one or more of the following: slide between a closed position and an open position where the slider covers an opening to help prevent spillage of the container's contents, and an open position where the slider uncovers the opening so that the container's contents can be consumed; remain secured to the lid during movement between the closed and open positions; and be detachable from the lid so that the lid and slider can be cleaned. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The above summary, as well as the following detailed description, will be better understood when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which the same reference numbers refer to the same or similar elements in all views in which such reference numbers appear. Figure 1 represents an isometric view of a lid assembly that is detachably coupled to a container, according to one or more aspects described herein. IVIA / a / ZUZÓ / UU 14OU Figures 2A and 2B represent isometric views of a lid assembly in an open and a closed configuration, respectively, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 3 schematically represents an exploded view of a lid assembly, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 4 schematically represents a cross-sectional view through a 100 lid assembly, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 5A and 5B represent isometric views of a lid assembly without a slider control mechanism, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 6A and 6B represent isometric views of a lower sliding support, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. Figures 7A and 7B represent isometric views of a top sliding support, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 8A and 8B represent a partial cross-sectional and isometric view of a lower joint, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. Figures 9A and 9B schematically represent cross-sectional views of a lid assembly in a closed configuration, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 10A and 10B schematically represent cross-sectional views of a lid assembly in an open configuration, according to one or more aspects described herein. IVIA / a / ¿U¿ J / UUl 4OU Figures 11A and 11B schematically represent cross-sectional views of a lid assembly in a partially open configuration, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 12A-12D represent different stages for disassembling a slider mechanism and removing it from a lid assembly, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 13 schematically represents a cross-sectional view of a portion of a lid assembly coupled to a container, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 14A-14E represent an alternative implementation of a slider control mechanism having an alternative disassembly mechanism according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 15 represents another implementation of a lid assembly that is configured to detachably attach to a container, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 16 schematically represents an exploded view of multiple elements of the lid assembly of Figure 15, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 17 represents a bottom view of a portion of the lid assembly of Figure 15, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 18A and 18B represent isometric views of the lower sliding support elements of a slider control mechanism, according to one or more aspects described herein. IVIA / a / ¿U¿ J / UUl 4OU Figure 19 represents a configuration that prevents a lower sliding support from being incorrectly placed on the lid assembly, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 20 represents a view of a lower portion of an upper sliding support, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. Figures 21A and 21B represent an isometric and elevation view of a lower joint, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. Figure 22 schematically represents a cross-sectional view of a lid assembly in an open configuration, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 23 represents a top front perspective view of another implementation of a lid assembly that is configured to detachably attach to a container, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 24 represents a top rear perspective view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 25 represents a top view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 26 represents a rear view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. Figure 27 represents a front view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 28 shows a rear view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, of IVIA / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. Figure 29 represents a left side view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 30 represents a left side view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 31 represents a top rear perspective view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 32 represents a cross-sectional top rear perspective view of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figures 33A-33F represent a cross-sectional view of the slider control mechanism of the lid assembly of Figure 23 moving from a closed position to an open position, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 34 represents a cross-sectional view of the sliding control mechanism of the lid assembly of Figure 23 that moves from an open position to a closed position, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 35 represents a top perspective view of a portion of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 36 represents a bottom perspective view of the portion of the lid assembly shown in Figure 35, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 37 represents a perspective view of a lower portion of an upper sliding support of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects IVIA / a / ZUZÓ / UU 14OU described herein. Figure 38 represents a top front perspective view of a lower sliding support of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 39 represents a lower rear perspective view of the lower sliding support shown in Figure 38 of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 40 represents a partial cross-sectional view of the lower sliding support shown in Figure 38 of the lid assembly of Figure 23, according to one or more aspects described herein. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The following descriptions of the various examples and components of this disclosure refer to the accompanying drawings, which form part of it. These drawings illustrate different example structures and environments in which aspects of the disclosure can be implemented. It should be understood that other structures and environments may be used, and structural and functional modifications may be made to the structures and methods specifically described, without departing from the scope of this disclosure. Furthermore, while this descriptive report may use terms such as "front side," "rear side," "top," "base," "bottom," "side," "anterior," "rear," and similar terms to describe various features and example elements, these terms are used herein as appropriate, for example, based on the example orientations shown in the figures and / or commonly used orientations. This descriptive report does not IVIA / a / ZUZÓ / UU I4OU indicates that a specific three-dimensional or spatial orientation of the structures is required to be within the scope of the claims. Figure 1 shows an isometric view of a lid assembly 100 that is detachably coupled to a container 105, according to one or more aspects described herein. The container 105 is an example container to which the lid assembly 100 can be configured for detachable coupling. Accordingly, the container 105 can be configured to store a volume of liquid, and the lid assembly 100 can be configured to seal an opening in the container 105. Figures 2A and 2B represent isometric views of the lid assembly 100 in an open and a closed configuration, respectively. The lid assembly 100 generally includes a slider control mechanism 102 that is configured to move between a closed position (represented in Figure 2A) and an open position (represented in Figure 2B) to selectively close or open a first opening 104 through which a liquid, stored in the vessel 105, is configured to flow. Further details of the slider control mechanism 102 are discussed in relation to the figures below. The lid assembly 100 may additionally include a side wall 106, which may define a notch 108 for the placement of a gasket 110. Consequently, the gasket 110 can provide a seal between the lid assembly 100 and the vessel 105.However, other sealing methods are also contemplated for sealing the lid assembly 100 to the container 105. The lid assembly 100 may also include a rim 112 for fitting into an opening in the container 105. The rim 112 may also include a top wall 114 and gripping elements 116 and / or a lid tab (not shown) extending from the top wall 114 to assist the user in removing the lid assembly 100 from the container 105. The lid assembly 100 may also include a center wall 118 extending below the rim 112. A top surface 120 of the center wall 118 may define a IVIA / a / ZUZÓ / UU 14OU slot 122 to receive the slide control mechanism 102. In one example, the slot 122 can define a guide channel as the slide control mechanism 102 moves between the closed position shown in Figure 2A and the open position shown in Figure 2B. As shown in Figure 2B, the first opening 104 for drinking or pouring liquid out of the container can also be formed in the slot 122. The slot 122 can also include a second opening 124, which is described in more detail in relation to Figure 5A. A retainer 126 can extend from the top surface 120 of the center wall 118 into the slot 122.This retainer 126 can be configured to abut the slider mechanism 102 when it is in the open position depicted in Figure 2B to prevent the liquid from being compressed between the slider mechanism 102 and a wall at the end 128 of the slot 122, which could otherwise result in the loss of a liquid that may accumulate in the slot 122 as a result of a user drinking or pouring liquid through the first opening 104. Figure 3 schematically represents an exploded isometric view of the lid assembly 100, according to one or more aspects described herein. In particular, Figure 3 schematically represents multiple elements that make up the sliding control mechanism 102, as discussed in relation to Figures 2A and 2B. Accordingly, the sliding control mechanism 102 may include an upper sliding support 130, which is configured to be located within the groove 122 in the upper surface 120 of the center wall 118. The upper sliding support 130 may include an upper magnet 132 encapsulated therein. In one example, the upper magnet 132 may be encapsulated within a cavity in the upper sliding support 130 and may be overmolded with a polymer overmolded plug element 134.Additional or alternative encapsulation methods may be used to secure the upper magnet 132 within the upper sliding support 130, without departing from the scope of these disclosures. Furthermore, the magnet of the upper sliding support 132 may be formed from any ferromagnetic or other material. IVIA / a / ZUZÓ / UU 14OU suitable magnetic material. The upper sliding support 130 is analyzed in more detail in relation to figures 7A and 7B. The sliding control mechanism 102 may additionally include a lower sliding support 136 configured to be located adjacent to the lower surface 138 of the center wall 118 (shown in Figure 5B). The lower sliding support 136 may include a magnet from the lower sliding support 140 encapsulated therein. In one example, the magnet from the lower sliding support 140 may be encapsulated within a cavity in the lower sliding support 136 and may be overmolded with a polymer overmolded plug element 142. Furthermore, the sliding control mechanism 102 may include a lower seal 144 configured to extend around a perimeter of the lower sliding support 136. The lower sliding support 136 is described in further detail in relation to Figures 6A and 6B. In one example, the magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper sliding support 132 and the magnet of the lower sliding support 140 magnetically couples the upper sliding support 130 to the lower sliding support 136 through the center wall 118. Consequently, manual operation of the upper sliding support 130 on the upper surface 6 of the center wall 118 produces a sliding movement of both the upper sliding support 130 and the lower sliding support 136. Figure 4 schematically represents a cross-sectional view through the lid assembly 100, according to one or more aspects described herein. As illustrated, the slider mechanism 102 is in a closed configuration such that the first opening 104 is sealed by the slider mechanism 102. In one example, the lower slider support magnet 140 may have a cylindrical geometry with a hollow center. As such, the lower slider support magnet 140 may be otherwise described as an annular magnet extending around a central tube 146 through the element of ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU overmolded plug 142 and the lower sliding support 136. In another example, the magnet of the lower sliding support 140 can have a solid cylindrical geometry. Figures 5A and 5B represent isometric views of the lid assembly 100 without the slider mechanism 102. In particular, Figure 5A represents a view of the upper surface 120 of the center wall 118, and Figure 5B represents a view of the lower surface 138 of the center wall 118. As illustrated, the lid mechanism 100 includes a first opening 104 and a second opening 124. In one example, a portion of the slider mechanism 102 is configured to extend through the second opening 124 when the upper slider support 130 is magnetically coupled to the lower slider support 136. The second opening 124 may include retainers 148 extending from the center wall 118 into the second opening 124. These retainers 148 are configured to engage in channels 150 (see Figure 6A) extending along a portion of the center tube 146 of the lower sliding support 136 when the slider mechanism 102 is in the closed position shown in Figure 2A. Consequently, the retainers 148 are configured to provide an interference fit to prevent accidental movement of the slider mechanism 102 and, therefore, accidental unsealing of the first opening 104. In one example, the slider mechanism 102 may be configured to close in the open and / or closed configurations shown in Figures 2A and 2B.It is also envisaged that the locking mechanism, in addition to the 148 retainers, can also be used to prevent the slider mechanism 102 from being moved accidentally. Figure 5B represents the lower surface 138 of the central wall 118. Accordingly, as illustrated, the lower surface 138 defines a first sloping feature 152 on a first side of the second opening 124. The first sloping feature 152 has a ridge surface 154 spaced between two trough depressions 156. Similarly, a second J / UUl 4OU sloping feature 158 is located on a second side of the second opening 124. The second sloping feature 158 includes a ridge surface 160 spaced between two basin depressions 162. The lid assembly 100 further includes a recessed housing 161 extending into an inner surface 163 of the side wall, which extends below the lower surface 138 of the center wall 118. Accordingly, the recessed housing 161 receives a portion of the lower sliding support 136 when the slide control mechanism 102 is in the closed position shown in Figure 2A. The lid assembly 100 also includes a recessed vent housing 165, such that the geometry of the recessed vent housing 165 allows air to flow into the container 105 as a liquid is poured out of the first opening 104. Figures 6A and 6B represent isometric views of the lower sliding support 136, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. Accordingly, the lower sliding support 136 includes an internal surface 164 configured to be located adjacent to the lower surface 138 of the center wall 118. The internal surface 164 includes a ramp of the lower sliding support 166. The ramp of the lower sliding support 166 is configured to be received in one of the basin depressions of each of the first inclined feature 152 and the second inclined feature 158. As such, the ramp of the lower sliding support 166 is configured to slide along the first inclined feature 152 and the second inclined feature 158 as the slider control mechanism 102 slides between the open and closed configurations.As the slider mechanism 102 moves between the open and closed configurations, the ramp of the lower slider support 166 will abut the ridge surfaces 154 and 160. Also, since the ridge surfaces 154 and 160 are raised relative to the trough depressions on either side of the ridge surfaces 154 and 160, this will drive the upper slider support 130 and the support. The lower sliding support 136 is spaced further apart from each other. As such, since the magnetic force between the magnet of the upper sliding support 132 and the magnet of the lower sliding support 140 is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them, the magnetic attraction force will be reduced when the ramp of the lower sliding support 166 abuts the ridge surfaces 154 and 160. In one example, this reduction in magnetic force will provide smooth movement of the slider mechanism 102 between the open and closed positions.Likewise, when the ramp of the lower sliding support 166 is located within the basin depressions of the first inclined feature 152 and the second inclined feature 158, the comparatively smaller distance between the magnet of the upper sliding support 132 and the magnet of the lower sliding support 140 will produce a comparatively greater magnetic attraction force that serves to secure the slider control mechanism 102 in the open or closed configuration. It is worth noting that the lower sliding support 136 and the upper sliding support 130 are symmetrical about perpendicular axes to allow the slider mechanism to be installed in the lid assembly 100 in any of four different configurations. The lower sliding support 136 further includes a center tube 146 extending from the inner surface 164. The center tube 146 also includes tongue lugs 168 configured to extend through the second opening 124. The lower sliding support 136 further includes a channel 170 configured to receive a portion of the lower gasket 144. Additionally, the lower sliding support 136 includes the lower vent channels 171a and 171b. Consequently, when the slider mechanism 102 is in the open configuration, a portion of the lower sliding support 136 extends over a portion of the recessed vent housing 165.Furthermore, one of the lower vent channels 171a or 171b is located above the hollowed-out vent housing 165 and thus establishes a channel through which air can pass from the slider mechanism 102 into an internal cavity of the vessel 105. J / UUl 4OU Figure 6B represents an isometric view of an external surface 172 of the lower sliding support 136. In one example, a knob 174, otherwise referred to as finger tabs 174, extends from the external surface 172. This knob 174 is configured to be grasped by a user in order to install the slider mechanism 102 into the lid assembly 100. This installation process is described in further detail in relation to Figure 12. Figures 7A and 7B represent symmetrical views of the upper sliding support 130. The upper sliding support 130 may include two symmetrical projections 176a and 176b, which are configured to selectively cover and seal the first opening 104 for pouring liquid out of the container and the second opening 124 in the groove 122, otherwise referred to as the guide channel 122. The tab or handle 178 is configured for the user to grasp in order to selectively move the upper sliding support 130, and thus the slide control mechanism 102, to an open position to uncover the first opening 104 in the lid assembly 100 or to a closed position to cover the first opening 104 in the lid assembly 100. The tab or handle 178 may include two inwardly chamfered portions 180a and 180b for gripping purposes. Figure 7B shows an internal view 182 of the upper sliding support 130. Accordingly, the upper sliding support 130 includes upper vent channels 184a and 184b. Consequently, when the slider mechanism 102 is in the open configuration, a vent path is partially formed by a portion of the lower sliding support 136 extending over a portion of the recessed vent housing 165. Furthermore, one of the lower vent channels 171a or 171b is located over the recessed vent housing 165 and thus establishes a channel through which air can pass from the slider mechanism 102 into an internal cavity of the vessel 105. This vent path connects the external environment to the internal cavity of the vessel. J / UUl 4OU 105 is completed as the upper ventilation channels 184a and 184b allow air to pass from the external environment into the slider mechanism 102. The upper slider slots 186a and 186b are configured to receive a portion of the tab ears 168 of the lower slider 136. Figures 8A and 8B represent a partial cross-sectional, symmetrical view of a lower gasket 144, according to one or more aspects described herein. Accordingly, the lower gasket 144 is configured to seal the first opening 104 when the slider mechanism 102 is in the closed configuration shown in Figure 2A. Additionally, the lower gasket 144 is configured to seal the second opening 124. In one example, an inner surface 188 of the lower gasket 144 is configured to rest on the outer surface 172 of the lower slider support 136. The opening 190 in the lower gasket 144 is configured to allow the knob 174 of the lower slider support 136 to extend. In one example, the lower gasket 144 may be constructed of silicone. However, additional or alternative polymeric materials may be used without departing from the scope of these disclosures. The cross-sectional view in Figure 8B shows the elastic feature 192 of the lower gasket 144. This elastic feature 192 allows the seal formed by gasket 144 to move and remain in contact with the lower surface 138 of the center wall 118. Consequently, when in the open or closed configurations, the comparatively high magnetic force driving the lower sliding support 136 toward the lower surface 138 of the center wall 118 compresses the elastic feature 192 of the lower gasket 144. Likewise, when the ramp of the lower sliding support 166 is located on the ridge surfaces 154 and 160, and the magnetic force is comparatively lower and the lower sliding support 136 moves away from the lower surface 138, the elastic feature 192 extends toward, and remains in contact with, the lower surface 138 to maintain the seal of the lower gasket 144 on the surface. ML / a / ZUZ J / UU14OU result of the lower sliding support ramp 166 abutting crest surfaces 154 and 160, as described above. Figures 12A–12D illustrate various steps for disassembling the slider mechanism 102 and removing the lid assembly 100. As described above, the slider mechanism 102 includes the upper slider support 130 and the lower slider support 136. The upper slider support includes the upper slider support magnet 132, and the lower slider support 136 includes the lower slider support magnet 140 and the lower seal 144. Figure 12A shows the lid assembly 100 with the slider mechanism 102 fully installed and in an open configuration. To remove the slider mechanism, for example, to facilitate cleaning the lid assembly 100, the upper slider support 130 can be manually lifted from the top surface 120. Figure 12B shows the upper slider support 130 after it has been removed from the top surface 120.Once the upper sliding support 130 is removed, the lower sliding support 136 is no longer held against the lower surface 138 by the magnetic attraction force between the magnet of the upper sliding support 132 and the magnet of the lower sliding support 140. However, the tab ears 168 prevent the lower sliding support 136 from falling into the container 105 as the tab ears 168 extend through the second opening 124 and grip the portion of the upper surface 120. In order to remove the lower sliding support 136 from the lid assembly 100, the lower sliding support 136 is rotated 90° so that the tab ears 168 can pass through the second opening 124. Figure 12D shows the upper sliding support 130 and the lower sliding support 136 completely removed from the lid assembly 100. Figure 13 schematically represents a cross-sectional view of a portion of the ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU lid assembly 100 coupled to a vessel 105. In one example, the lid assembly 100 can be resealably coupled to the vessel 105 by means of threaded elements in the side wall 106 of the lid assembly 100 and a side wall 202 of the vessel 105. Elements 204 and 206 are threads in the side walls 106 and 202, respectively. It is further contemplated that any thread geometry may be used to secure the lid assembly 100 to the vessel 105, without departing from the scope of this disclosure. Alternatively, the various lid assembly structures 100 described throughout this disclosure can be implemented without a threaded coupling between the lid assembly 100 and the vessel 105. In one example, the lid assembly 100 can be secured to the vessel 105 by an interference fit, among other means. Figures 14A-14E represent an alternative implementation of a slider mechanism having an alternative disassembly mechanism. Accordingly, Figure 14A represents an isometric view of a lid assembly 300 including a slider mechanism 301. The lid assembly 300 may be similar to lid assembly 100, and the slider mechanism 301 may be similar to slider mechanism 102. The slider mechanism 301 may include an upper slider support 302 similar to upper slider support 130, and a lower slider support 306 similar to lower slider support 136. In order to disassemble the slider mechanism, the upper slider support 302 can be manually removed from the lid assembly 300.Similar to the lower sliding support 136, the lower sliding support 306 may include tab ears 308 to prevent it from falling into the container when the upper sliding support 302 is removed. However, to remove the lower sliding support 306 from the lid assembly 300, it is slid into the position shown in Figure 14C, so that the geometry of the tab ears 308 aligns with the geometry of an opening 309 in the center wall 310 of the lid assembly 300. As shown in Figure 14C, the lower sliding support 306 can pass through the opening 309, as shown in Figure 14D. Figure 14E shows the upper sliding support 302 and the lower sliding support 306 completely removed from the lid assembly 300. Figure 15 depicts another implementation of a lid assembly 1500 configured to be detachably attached to a container 1505, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. The lid assembly 1500 and container 1505 may be interchangeable with the lid assembly 100 and container 105, such that the lid assembly 1500 may be detachably attached to the container 105 and the lid assembly 100 may be detachably attached to the container 1505.The 1500 lid assembly may include multiple elements similar to the 100 lid assembly, so the reference numbers used to describe the features of the 1500 lid assembly may include elements with similar features described in relation to the 100 lid assembly, if these features are labeled and the first two digits are “15” and the last two digits are the same as those described with respect to the 100 lid assembly. For example, the mechanism of slider 102 described in relation to the 100 lid assembly may be similar to the mechanism of slider 1502, since both elements are indicated with labels ending in “02”. Additional, alternative, or distinctive features of the elements of the 1500 lid assembly with respect to those of the 100 lid assembly may be indicated in the following descriptions. Figure 16 schematically represents an exploded view of multiple elements of the lid assembly 1500, according to one or more aspects described herein. The lid assembly 1500 generally includes a slide control mechanism 1502 that is configured to move between a closed position (represented in Figure 15) and an open position to selectively close or open a first opening 1504 through the ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU which a liquid, stored in container 1505, is configured to flow. The lid assembly 1500 may additionally include a side wall 1506, which may define a notch 1508 for the placement of a gasket 1510. Consequently, the gasket 1510 can provide a seal between the lid assembly 1500 and the vessel 1505. However, other sealing methods are also contemplated for sealing the lid assembly 1500 to the vessel 1505. The lid assembly 1500 may also include a rim 1512 for engaging an opening in the vessel 1505. The rim 1512 may include a top wall 1514 and gripping elements 1616 extending from the top wall 1514 to assist the user in removing the lid assembly 1500 from the vessel 1505. As illustrated, the gripping elements 1616 include multiple notched elements extending along a vertical wall 1602 of the rim. 1512.It is envisaged that these gripping elements 1616 may have any notch geometry (depth, spacing, among others) and may be made of the same material or a different material than the edge element 1512. In addition or alternatively, the gripping elements may include different gripping surface geometries than the notches shown, such as dimples, protrusions, or a relatively smooth gripping surface. The lid assembly 1500 may include a lid 1501 with a center wall 1518 extending below a rim 1512. A top surface 1520 of the center wall 1518 may define a groove 1522 to receive the slider mechanism 1502. In one example, the groove 1522 may define a guide channel as the slider mechanism 1502 moves between the closed position depicted in Figure 15 and an open position. The first opening 1504 for drinking or pouring liquid out of the container can also be formed in the groove 1522. The groove 1522 can also include a second opening 1524. A retainer 1526 can extend from the upper surface 1520 of the center wall 1518 into the groove 1522. This retainer 1526 can be configured to abut the slider mechanism 1502 when in the open position to prevent J / UUl 4OU that the liquid is compressed between the slider mechanism 1502 and a wall at the end 1528 of the slot 1522, which could otherwise produce loss of a liquid that may accumulate in the slot 1522 as a result of a user drinking or pouring liquid through the first opening 1504. The slider mechanism 1502 may include an upper slide support 1530, which is configured to be located within the groove 1522 on the upper surface 1520 of the center wall 118. The upper slide support 1530 may include an upper magnet encapsulated therein. In one example, the upper magnet may be encapsulated within a cavity in the upper slide support 1530 and may be overmolded with a polymeric overmolding plug element. Additional or alternative encapsulation methods may be used to secure the upper magnet within the upper slide support 1530, without departing from the scope of these disclosures. The sliding control mechanism 1502 may additionally include a lower sliding support 1536 configured to be located adjacent to the lower surface 1538 of the center wall 1518 (represented in Figure 17). Accordingly, Figure 17 represents the lower surface 1538 of the center wall 1518. The lower sliding support 1536 may include a lower sliding support magnet encapsulated therein. In one example, the lower sliding support magnet may be encapsulated within a cavity in the lower sliding support and may be overmolded with a polymeric overmolding plug element. Furthermore, the sliding control mechanism 1502 may include a lower seal 1544 configured to extend around a perimeter of the lower sliding support 1536. The lower sliding support 1536 is described in further detail in relation to Figures 18A and 18B.In one example, the magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper slider support and the magnet of the lower slider support magnetically couples the upper slider support 1530 to the lower slider support 1536 through the center wall. J / UUl 4OU 1518. Consequently, the manual operation of the upper sliding support 1530 on the upper surface 1520 of the central wall 1518 produces a sliding movement of both the upper sliding support 1530 and the lower sliding support 1536. Figure 17 shows a bottom view of the lid assembly 1500, according to one or more aspects described herein. Figure 17 represents the bottom surface 1538 of the center wall 1518. Accordingly, as illustrated, the bottom surface 1538 defines a first sloping feature 1552 on a first side of the second opening 1524. The first sloping feature 1552 has a ridge or point surface 1554 spaced between two basin depressions 1556a and 1556b. Similarly, a second sloping feature 1558 is located on a second side of the second opening 1524. The second sloping feature 1558 includes a ridge or point surface 1560 spaced between two basin depressions 1562a and 1562b. The lid assembly 1500 further includes a recessed housing 1561 extending into an inner surface 1563 of the side wall that extends below the lower surface 1538 of the center wall 1518. Accordingly, the recessed housing 1561 receives a portion of the lower sliding support 1536 when the slider mechanism 1502 is in the closed position shown in Figure 15. The second opening 1524 may include retainers 1548 extending from the center wall 1518 into the second opening 1524. These retainers 1548 are configured to engage in channels 1550 (see Figure 18B) extending along a portion of the curved walls 1646a and 1646b of the lower sliding support 1536 when the slider mechanism 1502 is in the closed position shown in Figure 15. Consequently, the retainers 1548 are configured to provide an interference fit to prevent accidental movement of the slider mechanism 1502 and thus accidental unsealing of the first opening 1504. In one example, the slider mechanism 1502 may be configured to close in both the open and / or closed configurations. J / UUl 4OU It is also envisaged that the locking mechanism, in addition to the 1548 retainers, can also be used to prevent the 1502 slider mechanism from being moved accidentally. Figures 18A and 18B represent isometric views of the lower sliding support 1536, according to one or more aspects described herein. The lower sliding support 1536 includes an internal surface 1564 configured to be located adjacent to the lower surface 1538 of the center wall 1518. The internal surface 1564 includes a ramp of the lower sliding support 1566. The ramp of the lower sliding support 1566 is configured to be received in one of the basin depressions of each of the first inclined feature 1552 and the second inclined feature 1558. As such, the ramp of the lower sliding support 1566 is configured to slide along the first inclined feature 1552 and the second inclined feature 1558 as the slider control mechanism 1502 slides between the open and closed configurations.As the slider mechanism 1502 moves between the open and closed configurations, the ramp of the lower slider support 1566 will abut the ridge surfaces 1554 and 1560. Furthermore, since the ridge surfaces 1554 and 1560 are raised relative to the basin depressions on either side of the ridge surfaces 1554 and 1560, this will cause the upper slider support 1530 and the lower slider support 1536 to move further apart. As such, because the magnetic force between the magnet of the upper slider support and the magnet of the lower slider support is inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them, the magnetic attraction force will be reduced when the ramp of the lower slider support 1566 abuts the ridge surfaces 1554 and 1560.In one example, this reduction in magnetic force will provide smooth movement of the slider mechanism 1502 between the open and closed positions. Similarly, when the ramp of the lower slider support 1566 is located within the recesses of the first inclined feature 1552 and the second inclined feature 1558, the comparatively smaller distance between the slider support magnet... The upper Mλ / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU and the lower sliding support magnet will result in a comparatively greater magnetic force that serves to secure the 1502 slider mechanism in the open or closed configuration. The lower sliding bracket 1536 includes curved walls 1646a and 1646b extending from the inner surface 1564 into tabs / tab lugs 1568a and 1568b. The tab lugs 1568a and 1568b are configured to extend through the second opening 1524. The lower sliding bracket 1536 further includes a channel 1570 configured to receive a portion of the lower gasket 1544. Additionally, the lower sliding bracket 1536 includes the lower vent channels 1571a and 1571b. Consequently, when the slider mechanism 1502 is in the open configuration, one or more of the lower vent channels 1571a or 1571b can provide a channel for air to pass from the external environment, through the slider mechanism 1502 and into an internal cavity of the vessel 1505. This airflow path can reduce or prevent splashing when liquid is poured from the first opening 1504.Furthermore, the airflow path can be configured to relieve a pressure differential between an internal cavity of the vessel 1505 and an external environment. As such, a higher pressure within an internal cavity of the vessel 1505 can be partially or completely relieved as gas / air is allowed to escape to the external environment surrounding the vessel 1505 through the slider mechanism 1502. Additionally, the lower sliding support 1536 includes a knob-operated vent 1802 that extends from the sealing surface 1650 to a lower surface 1804 of the knob 1574. The knob-operated vent can be configured to allow air to pass between an internal cavity of the vessel 1505 and an external environment surrounding the vessel 1505. In one example, air can pass through the knob-operated vent 1802, through the second opening 1524, and into the external environment. In one example, when the The lower sliding support 1536 and the upper sliding support 1530 move from the closed position shown in Figure 15 to the open position shown schematically in Figure 22. The lower sliding support 1536 is spaced from the upper sliding support 1530. This distance does not seal the radial folds 1664 of the sealing surface 1640 and allows air to flow through the knob-operated vent 1802 between the internal cavity of the vessel 1505 and the external environment. This knob-operated vent 1802 can reduce or prevent splashing due to a relative pressure difference between the internal cavity of the vessel and the external environment when liquid is poured from the first opening 1504. In one example, the curved walls 1646a and 1656b may be separated by gaps 1648a and 1648b. These gaps 1648a and 1648b may allow air to escape when a portion of the upper sliding support 1530 comes into contact with a sealing surface 1650 of the lower sliding support 1536. In one example, the sealing surface 1650 may have a smooth textured surface to improve the seal between the upper sliding support 1530 and the lower sliding support 1536. In one example, the sealing surface 1650 may include a polished surface finish, and may be an SPI-A2 finish. In one example, the clearance distance between a lower surface 1652a or 1652b of the tongue lugs 1568a and 1568b and the inner surface 1564 may be such that the lower sliding support 1536 cannot be inserted on the incorrect side of the slider mechanism 1502. Specifically, the clearance distance between a lower surface 1652a or 1652b of the tongue lugs 1568a and 1568b and the inner surface 1564 may be less than the wall thickness between the upper surface 1520 and the lower surface 1538. This geometry prevents the lower sliding support 1536 from being inserted into the second opening 1524 so that the inner surface 1564 is in contact with the groove 1522. Figure 19 depicts a configuration where the lower sliding support 1536 is on the upper surface 1520 incorrect but cannot be fully inserted into slot 1522. ML / a / ZUZ J / UU14OU Figure 18B shows an isometric view of an external surface 1572 of the lower sliding support 1536. In one example, a knob 1574 extends from the external surface 1572. This knob 1574 is configured to be gripped by a user in order to install the slider mechanism 1502 into the cap assembly 1500. The knob 1574 may have a gripping surface finish. In one example, the knob 1574, or a portion thereof, may be formed of a first material, and the remainder of the lower sliding support 1536 may be formed of a different second material. In one example, the knob 1574 may have a rubber-coated external surface. The lower slide bracket 1536 encapsulates a lower slide bracket magnet, similar to a lower magnet 142. In one example, this lower slide bracket magnet of the lower slide bracket 1536 is encapsulated within knob 1574. Figure 20 shows an inner side view 1582 of the upper sliding support 1530. The upper sliding support 1530 includes upper ventilation channels 1584a and 1584b. A ventilation path between an external environment and an internal cavity of the vessel 1505 can be completed as the upper ventilation channels 1584a and 1584b allow air to pass from the external environment into the slider mechanism 1502. The upper slider slots 1586a and 1586b are configured to receive a portion of the tab ears 1568a and 1568b of the lower slider 1536. A cylindrical spacer 1660 extends from the upper slider 1530 and is configured to be received between the curved walls 1646a and 1646b of the lower slider 1536. The cylindrical spacer 1660 includes a lower surface 1662 with radial folds 1664.This lower surface 1662 and the radial folds 1664 are configured to abut a sealing surface 1650. In one example, the radial folds 1664 form a seal with the sealing surface 1640 when the upper slide support 1530 magnetically engages the lower slide support 1536 when the slider mechanism is engaged. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU 1502 is in a closed and / or open configuration. The radial folds 1664 may be formed from a rubber material. In one example, the radial folds 1664 may be formed from a thermoplastic vulcanized (TPV) material. The upper slide support 1530 encapsulates an upper slide support magnet. In one example, this upper slide support magnet may be similar to the upper magnet 132. In one example, the upper slide support magnet is encapsulated within the cylindrical spacer 1660. In one implementation, the slider control mechanism may include the upper slider support 1530 and lower slider support 1536, such that movement of the upper slider support 1530 drives the lower slider support 1536 to move in the same direction. This synchronous movement may result from the cylindrical spacer 1660 of the upper slider support 1530 abutting one or more surfaces of the curved walls 1646a and 1646b of the lower slider support 1536. In one example, the synchronous movement of the upper slider support 1530 and the lower slider support 1536 may not use levers to drive the upper slider support 1530 toward the lower slider support 1536.In this example, the upper sliding support 1530 and / or lower sliding support 1536 can be implemented without magnetic elements, so that there is no magnetic attraction force between the upper sliding support 1530 and the lower sliding support 1536. Figures 21A and 21B represent a symmetrical and elevation view of the lower gasket 1544, according to one or more aspects described herein. Accordingly, the lower gasket 1544 is configured to seal the first opening 1504 when the slider mechanism 1502 is in the closed configuration shown in Figure 15. Additionally, the lower gasket 1544 is configured to seal the second opening 1524. In one example, an internal surface 1588 of the lower gasket 1544 is configured to rest on the external surface 1572 of the lower slider support 1536. The opening 1590 in the lower gasket 1544 is configured to allow the knob 1574 of the lower slider support to operate. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU 1536 extends. In one example, the lower gasket 1544 can be constructed of silicone. However, additional or alternative polymeric materials can be used without departing from the scope of these disclosures. In one example, the lower gasket 1544 can be molded entirely with the lower slider 1536. Accordingly, the lower gasket 1544 can be molded from the same or a different material as the lower slider 1536 using a single-stage or multi-stage molding process (one or more injections). In one example, and as depicted in the elevation view of 21B, the lower gasket 1544 may have a flange 1692 that extends beyond the inner surface 1588 than the comparable elastic feature 192 of the lower gasket 144. Consequently, the flange 1692 may provide a better seal when the lower gasket 1544 is located on the lower surface 1538 of the cap 1501. Figure 22 schematically represents the lid assembly 1500 in an open configuration. In one example, a rear wall 1690 of the groove 1522 is configured to abut the upper sliding support 1530 when in the open configuration of Figure 22. Consequently, when shown in the open configuration, the ramp of the lower sliding support 1566 can be supported on the ridge surface 1554 (and 1560). In this configuration, the lower gasket 1544 can be spaced from the lower surface 1538 so that air can flow between an internal cavity of the vessel 1505, through the lid assembly 1500, and to the external environment, thereby preventing or limiting splashing during pouring. Figures 23-40 depict another implementation of a 2000 lid assembly configured to detachably attach to a 1505 container, in accordance with one or more aspects described herein. The 2000 lid assembly is interchangeable with the 1500 lid assembly or the 100 lid assembly, such that the Lid assembly 2000 may be detachably assembled to container 105, container 1505, or another similar container. Lid assembly 2000 may include multiple elements similar to lid assembly 100 and lid assembly 1500, such that the reference numbers used to describe the features of lid assembly 2000 may include elements of similar features described in relation to lid assemblies 100 and 1500, if these features are labeled and the first two digits are “20” and the last two digits are the same as those described with respect to lid assemblies 100 and 1500. For example, the slider mechanism 1502 described in relation to lid assembly 1500 may be similar to the slider mechanism 2002, since both elements are indicated by labels ending in “02”.Furthermore, the features of the 2000 lid assembly may include labeled features where the first two digits are “21” or “22” and the last two digits are the same as those described for the 1500 lid assembly, where the first two digits are “16” or “18,” respectively. Since the features are similar, these features may be described in less detail or not at all for the 2000 lid assembly. Additional, alternative, or distinctive features of the 2000 lid assembly components compared to those of the 100 and 1500 lid assemblies may be indicated in the following descriptions. Figures 23-34 depict the lid assembly 2000. The lid assembly 2000 typically includes a slider mechanism 2002 configured to move between a closed position (represented in Figure 23) and an open position to selectively close or open a first opening 2004 through which a liquid, stored in the vessel, is configured to flow. The lid assembly 2000 may further include a side wall 2006, which may define a notch 2008 for the placement of a gasket 2010. Consequently, the gasket 2010 can provide a seal between the lid assembly 2000 and the vessel. However, other sealing methods are also contemplated for sealing the lid assembly 2000 to the vessel. J / UUl 4OU may also include a rim 2012 for fitting into a container opening. The rim 2012 may include a top wall 2014 and gripping elements 2116 extending from the top wall 2014 to assist the user in removing the lid assembly 2000 from the container. The lid assembly 2000 may include a lid 2001 with a center wall 2018 extending below a rim 2012. A top surface 2020 of the center wall 2018 may define a groove 2022 to receive the slider mechanism 2002. In one example, the groove 2022 may define a guide channel as the slider mechanism 2002 moves between the closed position shown in Figure 23 and an open position. The first opening 2004 for drinking or pouring liquid out of the container may also be formed in the groove 2022. The groove 2022 may also include a second opening 2024. The slider mechanism 2002 may include an upper slider support 2030, which is configured to be located within the groove 2022 on the upper surface 2020 of the center wall 2018. The upper slider support 2030 may include a top magnet encapsulated therein. In one example, the top magnet may be encapsulated within a cavity in the upper slider support 2030 and may be overmolded with a polymeric overmolding plug element. Additional or alternative encapsulation methods may be used to secure the top magnet within the upper slider support 2030, without departing from the scope of these disclosures. The slider mechanism 2002 may additionally include a lower slider support 2036 configured to be located adjacent to the lower surface 2038 of the center wall 2018 (represented in Figure 32). Accordingly, Figure 36 represents the lower surface 2038 of the center wall 2018. The lower slider support 2036 may include a lower slider support magnet encapsulated therein. For example, the lower slider magnet may be encapsulated within a cavity in the lower slider 2036 and may be overmolded with a polymeric overmolding plug element. Furthermore, the slider mechanism 2002 may include a lower seal 2044 that is configured to extend around a perimeter of the lower slider 2036. The lower slider 2036 is described in further detail in relation to Figures 38-40. In one example, the magnetic attraction between the upper slider magnet and the lower slider magnet magnetically couples the upper slider 2030 to the lower slider 2036 through the center wall 2018.Consequently, the manual operation of the upper sliding support 2030 on the upper surface 2020 of the central wall 2018 produces a sliding movement of both the upper sliding support 2030 and the lower sliding support 2036. As best seen in Figure 35, the groove 2022 may include a chamfered surface 2025 between the first opening 2004 and the second opening 2024. This chamfered surface 2025 may provide that a first depth of the groove 2022 near and / or adjacent to the first opening 2004 may be greater than a second depth adjacent to the second opening 2024. The chamfered surface 2025 may extend on one or both sides of the first opening 2004. In addition, the chamfered surface 2025 may extend on one or both sides of a portion of the second opening 2024. The chamfered surface 2025 may allow a front portion 2031 of the upper slide support 2030 to tilt downward within the region above the chamfered surface 2025 to initiate the actuation of the slide control mechanism 2002 from a closed position to an open position. open as will be analyzed in more detail later. A top surface 2023 of the groove 2022 may further include a pair of interlocking members 2170. Each interlocking member 2170 may include a first inclined surface 2172 and a second inclined surface 2174 arranged adjacent to each other. The pair The ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU of interlocking members 2170 may be spaced apart from each other and also arranged substantially parallel to each other. Furthermore, a majority of each interlocking member 2170 may be positioned behind the second opening 2024. In some examples, the entirety of each interlocking member 2170 may be positioned behind the second opening 2024. Each interlocking member 2170 may be individually received within the respective channels 2180 that may be arranged along a lower surface of the upper sliding support 2030. Each channel 2180 of the lower sliding support may include a rear channel interlocking member 2182.When the slider mechanism 2002 is in the closed position, each rear channel interlock member 2182 can be in front of the interlock members 2170 in the groove 2022, and when the slider mechanism 2002 is in the open position, each rear channel interlock member 2182 can be behind the interlock members 2170. The interaction between the interlock members 2170 and their respective receiving channels 2180 can help guide the slider mechanism 2002 in its forward and backward movement. Furthermore, the interlock members 2170 and the rear channel interlock members 2182 can be in contact with each other and act as stops to limit or restrict the movement of the slider mechanism 2002 to prevent accidental opening of the lid assembly 2000.Although the polished lid assembly 2000 represents two interlocking members 2170, the lid 2001 may comprise a single interlocking member 2170 that is substantially longitudinally centered within the groove 2022 and positioned behind the second opening 2024. This single interlocking member 2170 may be received in a centrally located channel 2180 that extends along the lower surface of the upper sliding support 2030. Additionally, for each interlocking member 2170, the first inclined surface 2172 can be arranged where a first angle between the upper surface 2023 and the first inclined surface 2172 (the first angle can be defined as the angle between the surface The angle between the upper surface 2023 and the first counterclockwise inclined surface 2172 may be greater than a second angle between the upper surface 2023 and the second counterclockwise inclined surface 2174 (the second angle may be defined as the angle between the upper surface 2023 and the second clockwise inclined surface 2174). Similarly, each back channel fitting member 2182 may have a first inclined surface 2184 and a second inclined surface 2186 arranged adjacent to each other.The first inclined surfaces 2184 can be arranged where a first angle between a lower channel surface 2185 and the first inclined surface 2184 (the first angle can be defined as the angle between the lower channel surface 2185 and the first inclined surface 2184 counterclockwise, when the upper sliding support 2030 has a lower channel surface 2185 facing upwards) can be less than a second angle of the lower channel surface 2185 and the second inclined surface 2186 (the second angle can be defined as the angle between the lower channel surface 2185 and the second inclined surface 2186 clockwise, when the upper sliding support 2030 has a lower channel surface 2185 facing upwards).When the slider mechanism 2002 is in the closed position, each second inclined surface 2174 of each insert member 2170 can be oriented towards the first inclined surface 2184 of each rear channel insert member 2182. When the slider mechanism 2002 is in the open position, each first inclined surface 2172 of each insert member 2170 can be oriented towards the second inclined surface 2186 of the rear channel insert member 2182. Each channel 2180 can extend across a front surface 2190 of the upper sliding support 2030 and can also extend across a rear surface 2192 of the upper sliding support 2030. Each channel 2180 can be intermittent, so that it does not extend continuously from the front surface 2190 to the rear surface 2192. Each channel 2180 can be arranged on either side of the cylindrical spacer 2160 or can be ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU interrupted by the cylindrical spacer 2160. In alternative examples, each channel 2180 can be continuous from the front surface 2190 to the rear surface 2192. Each channel 2180 can be spaced and be substantially parallel with respect to the other. Furthermore, each channel 2180 may include a front channel insert member 2196. Each front channel insert member 2196 may have the same geometry and shape as each rear channel insert member 2182. Each front channel insert member 2196 may be a mirror image of the rear channel insert members 2182 with respect to a plane extending perpendicular to the channels 2180 and through a center of the upper sliding support 2030. Since the channel insert members 2182, 2196 are positioned as a mirror image, the upper sliding support 2030 may be assembled in multiple orientations. In addition to the interaction of the channels 2180 and interlocking members 2170, the slider mechanism 2002 can also interact similarly with the lid 2001 as the slider mechanism 1502 and the lid 1501. For example, as shown in Figure 36, the lid 2001 can have a lower surface 2038 of the center wall 2018 that includes a first sloping feature 2052 on a first side of the second opening 2024 and a second sloping feature 2058 disposed on an opposite side of the second opening 2024. The first sloping feature 2052 has a ridge or point surface 2054 spaced between two basin depressions 2056a and 2056b. Similarly, the second sloping feature 2058 may include a ridge or point surface 2060 spaced between two basin depressions 2062a and 2062b. Figures 33A-33F depict a process for a user to move the slider mechanism 2002 from a closed position, shown in Figure 33A, to a fully open position, shown in Figure 33F. The first stage in the process, shown in Figure 33B, depicts the slider mechanism 2002 being moved. The lid moves slightly backward from the closed position when a user begins to exert a rearward force, but further movement is prevented by the interlocking member 2170. Then, in Figure 33C, a user can press down on the front portion 2031 of the upper sliding support 2030, causing the rear portion 2033 to move upward. As the rear portion 2033 moves upward, any gas or fluid that may be under pressure between the upper sliding support 2030, the lower sliding support 2036, and the container is vented outward from the rear of the upper sliding support 2030, away from where a user might place their mouth to drink from the lid 2001.For example, as the upper sliding support 2030 tilts, the sealing surface 2150 of the lower sliding support can be released from the radial folds 2164 of the lower surface 2162 of the upper sliding support 2030, resulting in the release of any pressurized gas or liquid within the vessel. Then, as shown in Figures 33D and 33E, as the user exerts a rearward force on the slider mechanism 2002, the first inclined surface 2184 of the back channel insert member 2182 can slide along the second inclined surface 2174 of the insert member 2170, allowing the back channel insert member 2182 to slide over and then past the insert member 2170.Simultaneously, the lower ramp slide support 2066 of the lower slide support 2036 begins to move from the first basin depression 2056a to the second basin depression 2056b. In the final stage of the opening process, shown in Figure 33F, the user can continue to exert a rearward force until the lower ramp slide support 2066 engages with the second basin depression 2056b and / or the rear surface 2192 of the upper slide support 2030 makes contact with a detent surface of the groove 2022. The lid assembly 2000 is now in an open position and ready to allow fluid to flow through the opening 2004. In order to move the slide control mechanism 2002 back to the closed position, the user can exert a forward force on the support. The upper sliding support 2030. The second inclined surface 2184 slides upward and over the first inclined surface 2172 as shown in Figure 34. Then, the upper sliding support 2030 moves to cover the first opening 2004 in order to move the sliding control mechanism 2002 into the closed position as shown in Figure 33A. Figure 37 shows a view of the upper sliding support 2030. The upper sliding support 2030 may include upper ventilation channels 2084a and 2084b. A ventilation path between an external environment and an internal cavity of the vessel can be completed as the upper ventilation channels 2084a and 2084b allow air to pass from the external environment into the slider mechanism 2002. The upper slider slots 2086a and 2086b are configured to receive a portion of the tab ears 2068a and 2068b of the lower slider 2036. A cylindrical spacer 2160 extends from the upper slider 2030 and is configured to be received between the curved walls 2046a and 2046b of the lower slider 2036. The cylindrical spacer 2160 includes a lower surface 2162 with radial folds 2164.This lower surface 2162 and the radial folds 2164 are configured to abut a sealing surface 2150 of the lower sliding support 2036. In one example, the radial folds 2164 form a seal with the sealing surface 2150 when the upper sliding support 2030 magnetically engages the lower sliding support 2036 when the slider mechanism 2002 is in a closed and / or open configuration. The radial folds 2164 may be formed from a compatible material, such as a rubber-based material. In one example, the radial folds 2164 may be formed from a thermoplastic vulcanized (TPV) material. The upper sliding support 2030 may encapsulate a magnet of the upper sliding support. In one example, this magnet of the upper sliding support may be similar to the upper magnet 132.In one example, the upper sliding bracket magnet is encapsulated within the cylindrical spacer 2160. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU Figures 38-40 depict the lower sliding support 2036. The lower sliding support 2036 may include an internal surface 2064 configured to lie adjacent to the lower surface 2038 of the center wall 2018. The lower sliding support 2036 may have features similar to the lower sliding support 1536, such as a lower ramp sliding support 2066 that interacts with and is configured to be received in one of the basin depressions of each of the first inclined feature 2052 and the second inclined feature 2058. As such, the lower ramp sliding support 2066 is configured to slide along the first inclined feature 2052 and the second inclined feature 2058 as the slider control mechanism 2002 slides between the open and closed configurations.In addition, the lower sliding support 2036 may also include the curved walls 2146a and 2146b extending from the inner surface 2064 into the tabs / tab lugs 2068a and 2068b. The tab lugs 2068a and 2068b are configured to extend through the second opening 2024. The lower sliding support 2036 further includes a channel 2070 configured to receive a portion of the lower gasket 2044. Additionally, the lower sliding support 2036 may include lower vent channels 2071a and 2071b to provide a channel for air to pass from the external environment, through the slider mechanism 2002, and into an internal cavity of the vessel. This airflow path can reduce or prevent splashing when liquid is poured from the first opening 2004.Furthermore, the airflow path can be configured to relieve a pressure differential between an internal cavity of the vessel and the external environment. As such, higher pressure within an internal cavity of the vessel can be partially or completely relieved as gas / air is allowed to escape to the external environment surrounding the vessel through the slider mechanism 2002. This venting can also occur, as discussed previously, when the slider mechanism 2002 tilts as it moves from the closed to the open position. Additionally, the 2036 lower sliding support includes a ventilation grille J / UUl 4OU with knob 2202 extending from the sealing surface 2150 to a lower surface 2204 of the knob 2074. The vent with knob 2202 can be configured to allow air to pass between an internal cavity of the vessel and an external environment surrounding the vessel. In one example, air can pass through the vent with knob 2202, through the second opening 2024, and into the external environment. In one example, when the lower sliding support 2036 and the upper sliding support 2030 are moved from the closed position depicted in Figure 33A to the open position depicted schematically in Figure 33F, the lower sliding support 2036 can be unsealed from the radial folds 2164 of the sealing surface 2150 and allow air to flow through the knob-operated vent 2202 between the internal cavity of the vessel and the external environment.This vent grille with knob 2202 can reduce or prevent splashing due to a relative pressure difference between the internal cavity of the container and the external environment when liquid is poured from the first opening 2004. As shown in Figure 40, the knob-operated vent 2202 may have a knob-operated vent 2202 extending from the sealing surface 2150 to the lower surface 2204. The knob-operated vent 2202 may include a first vent opening 2206 in the lower surface 2204, a second vent opening 2208 in the sealing surface 2150, and an internal vent surface 2210 between the first vent opening 2206 and the second vent opening 2208. The knob-operated vent 2202 may have a first rounded inlet portion 2212 (i.e., fillet radius) offset from the lower surface 2204 to the internal vent surface 2210.Similarly, the knob-operated vent grille 2202 may have a second rounded inlet portion 2214 (i.e., fillet radius) offset from the sealing surface 2150 to the inner vent surface 2210 at the second vent opening 2208. By adding the rounded inlet portions 2212 and 2214, the pressure buildup between the upper sliding support 2030 and the lower sliding support 2036 may be reduced. In some cases. In J / UUl 4OU examples, the first vent opening 2206 may have a first diameter, and the second vent opening 2208 may have a second diameter, wherein the first diameter may be smaller than the second diameter. Furthermore, the ratio of the first diameter to the second diameter may be approximately 0.8:1.0 or within a range of 0.7:1.0 to 0.9:1.0. In addition, the internal surface of vent 2210 may include a chamfered or conical surface that expands as it extends from the first rounded inlet portion 2212 to the second rounded inlet portion 2214, or the internal surface of vent 2210 may be substantially cylindrical. A third diameter, measured at the smallest region along the internal surface of vent 2210 (i.e., between the first and second diameters), may be smaller than the first diameter. The third diameter may be within a range of 1.0 to 1.25 mm. The first diameter can be within a range of 4 mm to 5 mm, or within a range of 3 mm to 6 mm. Another way to express the size of the third diameter is as a ratio of the third diameter to the first diameter. For example, a ratio of the third diameter to the first diameter can be approximately 0.27:1.0, it can be within a range of 0.2:1.0 to 0.3:1.0, or it can be within a range of 0.2:1 to 0.5:1.0. In some examples, the first rounded portion can have a radius of approximately 2.9 mm or within a range of 2.5 to 3.5 mm, while the second rounded portion can have a radius of approximately 3.8 mm or within a range of 3.5 to 4.5 mm. The radius of the first rounded input portion 2212 may be less than the radius of the second rounded input portion 2214.Another way to express the size of the rounded inlet portions 2212, 2214 is as a ratio of the radius of the first rounded inlet portion 2212 to the radius of the second rounded inlet portion 2214. For example, the ratio of the radius of the first rounded inlet portion 2212 to the radius of the second rounded inlet portion 2214 might be approximately 0.76:1, or it might fall within a range of 0.7:1 to 0.8:1. The geometry of the vent grille 2202 may permit release. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU of air from the container at a speed that avoids any adverse buildup of pressure between the contents of the container and the slider mechanism 2002. In one embodiment, a lid assembly may include a rim for fitting into a container opening, wherein the rim defines a top wall. The lid assembly may further include a side wall that defines a notch for the placement of a top gasket. A center wall may extend below the rim, wherein an upper surface of the center wall defines a groove. The groove may have a first opening, a second opening, and a vent. A lower surface of the center wall may define a first sloping feature having a ridge surface spaced between two bowl depressions. The first sloping feature may be located on a first side of the second opening, and a second sloping feature may have a ridge surface spaced between two bowl depressions, wherein the second sloping feature is located on a second side of the second opening.The lid assembly may also additionally include a slider mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position, by covering only the second opening. The slider mechanism may include an upper slider bracket configured to sit within a groove on the upper surface of the center wall. The upper slider bracket may also have an encapsulated upper slider bracket magnet. The slider mechanism may additionally include a lower slider bracket configured to sit adjacent to the lower surface of the center wall.The lower sliding support may additionally include an internal surface having a lower sliding support ramp projecting therefrom, wherein the lower sliding support ramp is configured to be selectively received in a first basin depression of the two basin depressions on the first side of the second opening, and a first basin depression of the two basin depressions on the second side of the opening. The lower sliding support ramp is further configured to be received in a second basin depression of the two basin depressions on the first side of the second opening, and a second basin depression of the two basin depressions on the second side of the second opening, when the sliding control mechanism is in the closed position. The lower sliding support may also include a lower sliding support magnet encapsulated within the lower sliding support. The lower sliding support may also have a center tube extending from the inner surface of the lower sliding support and having tab ears at a distal end configured to extend through the second opening.The slider mechanism may also include a bottom seal that extends around the perimeter of the inner surface of the lower slider and is designed to be compressed between the lower slider and the bottom surface of the center wall. Additionally, the magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper slider and the magnet of the lower slider is configured to magnetically couple the upper slider to the lower slider. In another example, the lower sliding support ramp of the lid assembly is configured to slide over the ridge surfaces of the first and second angled feature as the slider mechanism slides between the closed and open positions. In one example, the lower sliding support moves away from the upper sliding support as the lower sliding support ramp slides from a selected pair of the basin depressions to the ridge surfaces. In another example, the lower joint also includes an elastic portion of joint that remains in contact with the lower surface of the center wall as the support Μλ / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU lower slide moves away from the upper slide support. The second opening of the lid assembly also includes retainers that extend from the center wall into the second opening, so that the retainers are configured to be received in channels that extend along a portion of the center tube when the slider mechanism is in the closed position. The lid assembly also includes a retainer that extends into the groove on the top surface of the center wall, which is configured to abut the upper sliding support when in the open position to prevent liquid from being compressed between the upper sliding support and a wall at the end of the groove on the top surface of the center wall. The upper sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually removed from the lid assembly by exerting a manual force that overcomes the magnetic force between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support. The tab ears of the lid assembly can be configured to grip the sides of the second opening to prevent the lower slide bracket from separating from the lid assembly when the upper slide bracket is removed from the lid assembly. The lower sliding support may also include finger tabs that extend from an external surface. The lower sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually detached from the lid assembly by manually operating the finger tabs to rotate the lower sliding support 90° with respect to the second opening in the center wall. The lid assembly may also have a recessed housing that extends into an inner surface of the side wall, which in turn extends below the center wall. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU hollowed-out housing can receive a portion of the lower sliding support when the slider mechanism is in the closed position. The lid assembly may also include a vent housing on the lower surface of the center wall, so that when the lid assembly is attached to a container and is in the open position, the bottom gasket slides over the vent housing to allow air to pass between an outside atmosphere and an internal cavity of the container. The magnet on the lower sliding support can be an annular magnet that extends around the central tube. In another aspect, a vessel assembly may include a vessel having an inner wall with a first end having a vessel opening extending into an internal reservoir, and an outer wall forming an outer cover of the vessel, wherein the outer wall has a second end configured to support the vessel on a surface. The vessel assembly may further include a lid adapted to seal the vessel opening. The lid may also include a lip for fitting the vessel opening, wherein the lip defines a top wall. The lid may also have a side wall defining a notch for the positioning of a top gasket, and a center wall extending below the lip, a top surface of the center wall defining a groove, and the groove having a first opening, a second opening, and a vent.A lower surface of the center wall may define a first sloping feature having a ridge surface spaced between two basin depressions. The first sloping feature may be located on a first side of the second opening. A second sloping feature may also have a ridge surface spaced between two basin depressions, wherein the second sloping feature is located on a second side of the second opening. The lid may also additionally include a sliding control mechanism configured to slide manually in order to selectively provide a closed position, covering both the The slider mechanism may additionally include an upper slider bracket configured to sit within a groove on the upper surface of the center wall. The upper slider bracket may encapsulate a magnet. The slider mechanism may also include a lower slider bracket configured to sit against the lower surface of the center wall.The lower slide support may also include an internal surface having a protruding lower slide support ramp, wherein the lower slide support ramp is configured to selectively engage a first of the two basin depressions on the first side of the second opening and a first of the two basin depressions on the second side of the second opening when the slide control mechanism is in the open position. The lower slide support ramp may be configured to engage a second of the two basin depressions on the first side of the second opening and a second of the two basin depressions on the second side of the second opening when the slide control mechanism is in the closed position. The lower slide support may encapsulate a lower slide support magnet.The lower sliding support may additionally include a center tube extending from its inner surface, wherein the center tube has tab ears connected at a distal end configured to extend through the second opening. The slider mechanism may additionally include a lower seal configured to extend around a perimeter of the inner surface of the lower sliding support and to be compressed between the lower sliding support and the lower surface of the center wall. Magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support may magnetically couple the upper sliding support to the lower sliding support. J / UUl 4OU In one example, the inner wall of the container includes a threaded side wall configured to receive a threaded structure on the side wall of the lid. The container may also include a vacuum-sealed cavity between the inner and outer walls. In another example, the lower sliding support ramp can slide over the crest surfaces of the first and second inclined feature as the slider mechanism slides between the closed and open positions. In one example, the lower sliding support can move away from the upper sliding support as the lower sliding support ramp slides from the selected pair of basin depressions to ridge surfaces. The bottom seal of the vessel assembly may also include an elastic portion of seal that remains in contact with the bottom surface of the center wall as the lower sliding support moves away from the upper sliding support. The second opening of the vessel assembly may also include retainers that extend from the center wall into the second opening, so that the retainers are configured to be received in channels that extend along a portion of the center tube when the slider mechanism is in the closed position. The vessel assembly may additionally include a retainer that extends into the groove on the upper surface of the center wall and is configured to abut the upper sliding support when in the open position to prevent the liquid from being compressed between the upper sliding support and the end wall of the groove on the upper surface of the center wall. ML / a / ZUZ J / UU14OU The upper sliding support can be manually detached from the lid assembly by exerting a manual force that overcomes the magnetic force between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support. The upper sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually removed from the lid assembly by exerting a manual force that overcomes the magnetic force between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support. The tab ears of the lid assembly can be configured to grip the sides of the second opening to prevent the lower slide bracket from separating from the lid assembly when the upper slide bracket is removed from the lid assembly. The lower sliding support may also include finger tabs that extend from an external surface. The lower sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually detached from the lid assembly by manually operating the finger tabs to rotate the lower sliding support 90° with respect to the second opening in the center wall. The vessel assembly may also have a recessed housing that extends into an inner surface of the side wall, which extends below the center wall. This recessed housing may receive a portion of the lower sliding support when the sliding mechanism is in the closed position. The vessel assembly may also include a vent housing on the lower surface of the center wall, so that when the lid assembly is attached to the vessel and is in the open position, the bottom gasket slides over the vent housing to allow air to pass between an outside atmosphere and an internal cavity of the vessel. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU The magnet on the lower sliding support can be an annular magnet that extends around the central tube. In another embodiment, a lid assembly may include a rim for fitting a container opening, and a center wall extending below the rim, wherein an upper surface of the center wall has a first opening, a second opening, and a vent. The lower surface of the center wall may define a first sloping feature having a ridge surface spaced between two basin depressions. The first sloping feature may be located on a first side of the second opening. A second sloping feature may have a ridge surface spaced between two basin depressions, wherein the second sloping feature is located on a second side of the second opening.The lid assembly may also additionally include a slider mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position, by covering only the second opening. The slider mechanism may also include an upper slider support configured to be located within a groove on the upper surface of the center wall; the upper slider support may encapsulate a magnet. The slider mechanism may additionally include a lower slider support configured to be located adjacent to the lower surface of the center wall. The lower slider support may also include an inner surface having a protruding ramp.The lower sliding support ramp can be configured to selectively receive the first of the two basin depressions on the first side of the second opening, and the first of the two basin depressions on the second side of the second opening when the slide control mechanism is in the open position. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU selectively in a second basin depression of the two basin depressions on the first side of the second opening, and a second basin depression of the two basin depressions on the second side of the second opening when the slider mechanism is in the closed position. A lower slider magnet may be encapsulated within the lower slider. The slider mechanism may further include a lower seal that is configured to extend around a perimeter of the inner surface of the lower slider and is configured to compress between the lower slider and the lower surface of the center wall. Magnetic attraction between the upper slider magnet and the lower slider magnet may magnetically couple the lower slider to the upper slider. In another example, a method for forming a cap assembly may include one or more of the following: subjecting a cap body from a first injection of material to injection molding, subjecting a first plate portion from a second injection of material into the cap body to injection molding, subjecting a second plate portion from a third injection of material into the cap body to injection molding, and subjecting a seal portion with a third injection of material to seal the first plate portion and the second plate portion to the cap body to injection molding. The method may also include internally molding a magnet assembly into the second plate portion. A channel may be formed between the first and second plate portions, and the second injection of material may be combined with the third injection of material.The method may also include trapping an air pocket between the lid body and the first plate portion and the second plate portion. In one implementation, a lid assembly may include a lip for fitting into a container opening, where the lip defines a top wall. The lid assembly ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU may additionally include a side wall that defines a notch for the placement of a top joint or a first joint. A center wall may extend below the edge, wherein an upper surface of the center wall defines a groove. The groove may have a first opening and a second opening. A lower surface of the center wall may define a first sloping feature having a first ridge surface and a first bowl depression. The first sloping feature may be located on a first side of the second opening. A second sloping feature may have a second ridge surface and a second bowl depression, wherein the second sloping feature is located on a second side of the second opening.The lid assembly may also additionally include a slider mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position. The slider mechanism may include an upper slider bracket configured to sit within a groove on the upper surface of the center wall. The upper slider bracket may also have an encapsulated upper slider bracket magnet. The slider mechanism may additionally include a lower slider bracket configured to sit adjacent to the lower surface of the center wall.The lower sliding support may further include an inner surface having a lower sliding support ramp projecting therefrom, wherein the lower sliding support ramp is configured to selectively engage the first and second basin depressions when the slider mechanism is in the closed position. The lower sliding support ramp is further configured to abut the first and second ridge surfaces when the slider mechanism is in the open position. The lower sliding support may also include a lower sliding support magnet encapsulated within the lower sliding support. The lower sliding support may also have first and second curved walls extending from the inner surface of the lower sliding support. J / UUl 4OU first and second tongue lugs at the distal ends of the first and second curved walls configured to extend through the second opening. The slider mechanism may also include a lower seal configured to extend around a perimeter of the inner surface of the lower slider support and to be compressed between the lower slider support and the lower surface of the center wall. Furthermore, magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper slider support and the magnet of the lower slider support is configured to magnetically couple the upper slider support to the lower slider support. In another example, a spacing distance between the inner surface of the lower sliding support and the first and second tongue ears prevents the first and second tongue ears from inserting into the second opening when the lower sliding support is incorrectly positioned on the top surface of the center wall. In one example, the lower sliding support moves away from the upper sliding support as the lower sliding support ramp slides from the first and second trough depressions to the first and second ridge surfaces. In one example, when the lower slider moves away from the upper slider, the second gasket is spaced from the bottom surface of the center wall to unseal the lower slider from the bottom surface and allow air to flow through the slider assembly. In one example, when the lower slider moves away from the upper slider, a sealing surface of the lower gasket unseals from the radial folds of the upper slider to allow air to flow through a knob-operated vent on the lower slider and through the slider assembly. The second opening of the lid assembly also includes extending retainers ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU from the center wall towards the second opening, so that the retainers are configured to be received in the channels that extend along a portion of the first and second curved walls, when the slider mechanism is in the closed position. The lid assembly also includes a retainer that extends into the groove on the top surface of the center wall, which is configured to abut the upper sliding support when in the open position to prevent liquid from being compressed between the upper sliding support and a wall at the end of the groove on the top surface of the center wall. The upper sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually removed from the lid assembly by exerting a manual force that overcomes the magnetic force between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support. The first and second tab ears of the lid assembly can be configured to grip the sides of the second opening to prevent the lower slide bracket from separating from the lid assembly when the upper slide bracket is removed from the lid assembly. The lower sliding support may also include a knob that extends from an external surface. The lower sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually detached by manually rotating the knob relative to the second opening in the center wall. The rotation angle can be any value between 5 degrees and 145 degrees. The lid assembly may also have a recessed housing that extends ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU towards an internal surface of the side wall that extends below the center wall. The recessed housing can receive a portion of the lower sliding support when the sliding control mechanism is in the closed position. In another aspect, a vessel assembly may include a vessel having an inner wall with a first end having a vessel opening extending into an internal reservoir, and an outer wall forming an outer cover of the vessel, wherein the outer wall has a second end configured to support the vessel on a surface. The vessel assembly may further include a lid adapted to seal the vessel opening. The lid may also include a lip for engaging the vessel opening, wherein the lip defines a top wall. The lid may also have a side wall defining a notch for the positioning of a top gasket, and a center wall extending below the lip, a top surface of the center wall defining a groove, and the groove having a first opening and a second opening.A lower surface of the center wall may define a first sloping feature having a first ridge surface and a first basin depression. The first sloping feature may be located on a first side of the second opening. A second sloping feature may have a second ridge surface and a second basin depression, wherein the second sloping feature is located on a second side of the second opening. The lid may also additionally include a sliding mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, covering both the first and second openings, and an open position, covering only the second opening. The sliding mechanism may additionally include an upper sliding support configured to be located within the groove on the upper surface of the center wall.The upper sliding bracket may encapsulate a magnet. The sliding mechanism may also include a lower sliding bracket configured to rest against the lower surface of the center wall. The lower sliding bracket may also include... ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU an internal surface having a projecting lower slide support ramp, wherein the lower slide support ramp is configured to be selectively received in the first and second basin depressions when the slide control mechanism is in the closed position. The lower slide support ramp can be configured to abut the first and second ridge surfaces when the slide control mechanism is in the open position. The lower slide support can encapsulate a lower slide support magnet.The lower sliding support may further include first and second curved walls extending from its inner surface, wherein the first and second curved walls have first and second tongue lugs connected at a distal end and configured to extend through the second opening. The slider mechanism may further include a lower seal configured to extend around a perimeter of the inner surface of the lower sliding support and to be compressed between the lower sliding support and the lower surface of the center wall. Magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support may magnetically couple the upper sliding support to the lower sliding support. In one example, the inner wall of the container includes a threaded side wall configured to receive a threaded structure on the side wall of the lid. The container may also include a vacuum-sealed cavity between the inner and outer walls. In another example, a spacing distance between the inner surface of the lower sliding support and the first and second tongue ears prevents the first and second tongue ears from inserting into the second opening when the lower sliding support is incorrectly positioned on the top surface of the center wall. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU In one example, the lower sliding support can move away from the upper sliding support as the lower sliding support ramp slides from the first and second trough depressions to the first and second ridge surfaces. In one example, when the lower slider moves away from the upper slider, the second gasket is spaced from the bottom surface of the center wall to unseal the lower slider from the bottom surface and allow air to flow through the slider assembly. The second opening of the vessel assembly may also include retainers that extend from the center wall into the second opening, so that the retainers are configured to be received in channels that extend along a portion of the first and second curved walls, when the slider mechanism is in the closed position. The vessel assembly may additionally include a retainer that extends into the groove on the upper surface of the center wall and is configured to abut the upper sliding support when in the open position to prevent the liquid from being compressed between the upper sliding support and the end wall of the groove on the upper surface of the center wall. The upper sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually removed from the lid assembly by exerting a manual force that overcomes the magnetic force between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support. The first and second tab ears of the lid assembly can be configured to grip the sides of the second opening to prevent the lower slide bracket from separating from the lid assembly when the upper slide bracket is Μλ / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU disassembles from the cover assembly. The lower sliding support may also include a knob that extends from an external surface. The lower sliding support of the lid assembly can be manually removed from the lid assembly by manually operating the knob to rotate the lower sliding support relative to the second opening in the center wall. The vessel assembly may also have a recessed housing that extends into an inner surface of the side wall, which extends below the center wall. This recessed housing may receive a portion of the lower sliding support when the sliding mechanism is in the closed position. In another embodiment, a lid assembly may include a rim for fitting into a container opening, and a center wall extending below the rim, wherein an upper surface of the center wall has a first opening and a second opening. A lower surface of the center wall may define a first sloping feature having a first ridge surface and a first basin depression. The first sloping feature may be located on a first side of the second opening. A second sloping feature may have a second ridge surface and a second basin depression. The second sloping feature may be located on a second side of the second opening.The lid assembly may also additionally include a sliding mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position, by covering only the second opening. The sliding mechanism may also include an upper sliding support configured to sit within a groove on the upper surface of the center wall; the upper sliding support may encapsulate a support magnet. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU upper sliding mechanism. The sliding mechanism may additionally include a lower sliding support configured to be located adjacent to the lower surface of the center wall. The lower sliding support may also include an inner surface having a protruding lower sliding support ramp. The lower sliding support ramp may be configured to selectively engage the first and second basin depressions when the sliding mechanism is in the closed position. The lower sliding support ramp may be configured to abut the first and second ridge surfaces when the sliding mechanism is in the open position. A lower sliding support magnet may be encapsulated within the lower sliding support.The sliding mechanism may additionally include a lower seal that is configured to extend around a perimeter of the inner surface of the lower sliding support and is designed to be compressed between the lower sliding support and the lower surface of the center wall. Magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support can magnetically couple the lower sliding support to the upper sliding support. In another example, a method for forming a cap assembly may include one or more of the following: subjecting a cap body from a first injection of material to injection molding, subjecting a first plate portion from a second injection of material into the cap body to injection molding, subjecting a second plate portion from a third injection of material into the cap body to injection molding, and subjecting a seal portion with a third injection of material to seal the first plate portion and the second plate portion to the cap body to injection molding. The method may also include internally molding a magnet assembly into the second plate portion. A channel may be formed between the first and second plate portions, and the second injection of material may be combined with the third injection of material.The method may also include trapping an air pocket between the lid body and the first and second plate portions. Μλ / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU PLATE PORTION. In one implementation, a lid assembly may include a rim for fitting into a container opening, where the rim defines a top wall. The lid assembly may further include a side wall that defines a notch for the placement of a top gasket or a first gasket. A center wall may extend below the rim, where a top surface of the center wall defines a groove. The groove may have a first opening and a second opening. A bottom surface of the center wall may define a first sloped feature having a first ridge surface and a first basin depression. The first sloped feature may be located on a first side of the second opening. A second sloped feature may have a second ridge surface and a second basin depression, where the second sloped feature is located on a second side of the second opening.The lid assembly may also additionally include a sliding mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position. The sliding mechanism may include an upper sliding support configured to be located within the groove on the upper surface of the center wall. The sliding mechanism may also additionally include a lower sliding support configured to be located against the lower surface of the center wall.The lower sliding support may further include an internal surface having a lower sliding support ramp projecting therefrom, wherein the lower sliding support ramp is configured to selectively engage the first and second basin depressions when the slider control mechanism is in the closed position. The lower sliding support ramp may further be configured to abut the first and second ridge surfaces when the slider control mechanism is in the open position. The lower sliding support may also have first and second curved walls extending from the surface. The lower sliding support has first and second tongue lugs at the distal ends of the first and second curved walls configured to extend through the second opening. The slider mechanism may also include a lower seal that is configured to extend around a perimeter of the lower sliding support's inner surface 5 and is configured to compress between the lower sliding support and the lower surface of the center wall. The present disclosure was made above and in the accompanying drawings with reference to a variety of examples. The purpose of the disclosure, however, is to provide examples of the 10 various features and concepts related to the invention, but not to limit the scope of the invention. A person of average skill will recognize that numerous variations and modifications can be made to the examples described above without departing from the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A lid assembly comprising: a rim for engaging an opening in a container, wherein the rim defines an upper wall; a side wall defining a notch for the placement of a gasket; a center wall extending below the rim, an upper surface of the center wall defining a groove, wherein the groove has a first opening and a second opening, and a lower surface; and a slider mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position, wherein the slider mechanism comprises: an upper slider support configured to be located within the groove in the upper surface of the center wall, and having an upper slider support magnet encapsulated therein;a lower sliding support configured to be located close to the lower surface of the center wall, wherein the lower sliding support further comprises: a lower sliding support magnet encapsulated within the lower sliding support; a knob extending from an outer surface, wherein the knob has a lower surface; a sealing surface opposite the lower surface;a knob-equipped vent extending from the sealing surface to the lower surface, wherein the knob-equipped vent includes a first vent opening in the lower surface, a second vent opening in the sealing surface, an internal vent surface between the first vent opening and the second vent opening, a first rounded inlet portion extending from the first vent opening to the internal vent surface, and a second rounded inlet portion from the second vent opening to the internal vent surface; wherein the first vent opening has a first diameter; wherein the second vent opening has a second diameter; wherein the first diameter is smaller than the second diameter;and where the magnetic attraction between the magnet of the upper sliding support and the magnet of the lower sliding support magnetically couples the upper sliding support to the lower sliding support.; 2. The lid assembly according to claim 1, wherein the ratio of the first diameter to the second diameter is within a range of 0.70:1 and 0.90:

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3. The lid assembly according to claim 1, wherein a first radius of the first rounded inlet portion is smaller than a second radius of the second rounded inlet portion.

4. The lid assembly according to claim 3, wherein the ratio of the first radius of the first rounded inlet portion to the second radius of the second rounded inlet portion is within a range of 0.7:1 and 0.8:

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5. The lid assembly according to claim 1, wherein the internal ventilation surface has a conical portion.

6. The lid assembly according to claim 1, wherein the groove includes a chamfered surface between the first opening and the second opening, wherein a first groove depth adjacent to the first opening is greater than a second J / UUl 4OU depth adjacent to the second opening.

7. The lid assembly according to claim 1, wherein an upper surface of the groove includes a first interlocking member with a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface arranged adjacent to each other.

8. The lid assembly according to claim 7, wherein the first interlocking member is received within a first channel disposed on a lower surface of the upper sliding support.

9. The lid assembly according to claim 8, wherein the first channel includes a first channel engagement member with an inclined surface of the first channel, wherein, when the slider mechanism is in the open position, the inclined surface of the first channel is oriented towards the first inclined surface of the first engagement member.

10. A lid assembly comprising: a rim for engaging an opening of a container, wherein the rim defines a top wall; a side wall defining a groove for the placement of a gasket; a center wall extending below the rim; an upper surface of the center wall defining a groove, wherein the groove has a first opening and a second opening, and a lower surface; wherein an upper surface of the groove includes a first engagement member with a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface arranged adjacent to each other; and a slider mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position.wherein the slider mechanism comprises: an upper slider configured to be located within the groove in the upper surface of the center wall, wherein the upper slider comprises: an upper slider magnet encapsulated therein, a first channel extending along a lower surface of the upper slider, a second channel extending along the lower surface of the upper slider, wherein the first channel is spaced and substantially parallel to the first channel, and a lower slider configured to be located close to the lower surface of the center wall,wherein the lower sliding support further comprises: a lower sliding support magnet encapsulated within the lower sliding support; wherein the first engagement member is received within a first channel of the upper sliding support; and wherein the magnetic attraction between the upper sliding support magnet and the lower sliding support magnet magnetically couples the upper sliding support to the lower sliding support.

11. The lid assembly according to claim 10, wherein the first channel and the second channel extend through a rear surface of the upper sliding support.

12. The lid assembly according to claim 10, wherein the first channel includes a first channel interlocking member with an inclined surface of the first channel; and wherein, when the slider mechanism is in the open position, the inclined surface of the first channel faces the first inclined surface of the first interlocking member. ML / a / ZUZ J / UUl 4OU 13. The lid assembly according to claim 12, wherein the engagement member of the first channel further comprises an inclined surface of the second channel; and wherein, when the slide control mechanism is in the closed position, the inclined surface of the second channel is oriented towards the second inclined surface of the first engagement member.

14. The lid assembly according to claim 10, wherein the upper surface of the groove includes a second interlocking member spaced from the first interlocking member, and wherein the second interlocking member is received within the second channel of the upper sliding support.

15. The lid assembly according to claim 10, wherein a majority of the first interlocking member is positioned behind the second opening.

16. The lid assembly according to claim 10, wherein a first angle of the upper surface with respect to the first inclined surface is greater than a second angle of the upper surface with respect to the second inclined surface.

17. The lid assembly according to claim 10, wherein the groove includes a chamfered surface between the first opening and the second opening, and wherein a first groove depth nearly adjacent to the first opening is greater than a second depth adjacent to the second opening.

18. The lid assembly according to claim 17, wherein by moving the sliding mechanism from an open to a closed position, a front portion of the upper sliding support is configured to tilt downwards, causing the rear portion of the upper sliding support to move away from the upper surface of the slot.

19. A lid assembly comprising: a rim for fitting into an opening of a container, wherein the rim defines an upper wall; a side wall defining a notch for the placement of a gasket; a center wall extending below the rim, an upper surface of the center wall defining a groove, wherein the groove has a first opening and a second opening, and a lower surface, wherein the groove includes a chamfered surface between the first opening and the second opening, wherein a first depth of the groove nearly adjacent to the first opening is greater than a second depth adjacent to the second opening;and wherein an upper surface of the slot includes a first interlocking member with a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface disposed adjacent to each first inclined surface, wherein a majority of the first interlocking member is positioned behind the second opening; and a slider mechanism configured to be manually slid to selectively provide a closed position, by covering both the first and second openings, and an open position, wherein the slider mechanism comprises: an upper slider support configured to be located within the slot in the upper surface of the center wall, wherein the upper slider support comprises: an upper slider support magnet encapsulated therein;a first channel extending along a lower surface of the upper sliding support, wherein the first channel includes an engagement member of the first channel with an inclined surface of the first channel; and a lower sliding support configured to be located close to the lower surface of the center wall, wherein the lower sliding support further comprises: a lower sliding support magnet encapsulated within the lower sliding support; wherein the magnetic attraction between the upper sliding support magnet and the lower sliding support magnet magnetically couples the upper sliding support to the lower sliding support;and wherein when the slider mechanism is in the closed position, the first channel's engagement member is in front of the first engagement member, and when the slider mechanism is in the open position, the first channel's engagement member is behind the first engagement member.

20. The lid assembly according to claim 19, wherein the lower sliding support further comprises: a knob extending from an outer surface, wherein the knob has a lower surface; a sealing surface opposite the lower surface;and a knob-equipped vent extending from the sealing surface to the underside, wherein the knob-equipped vent includes a first vent opening in the underside, a second vent opening in the sealing surface, an internal vent surface between the first vent opening and the second vent opening, a first rounded inlet portion extending from the first vent opening to the internal vent surface, and a second rounded inlet portion from the second vent opening to the internal vent surface; wherein the first vent opening has a first diameter; wherein the second vent opening has a second diameter; and wherein the first diameter is smaller than the second diameter.

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