Removable absorbent device for automovitve cupholders

Abstract

An absorbent disc designed to be releasably secured proximate the bottom portion of a conventional vehicle beverage holder. The disc further includes a body having a first and second layer. Intermediate the first and second layer is a third layer that is manufactured from absorbent materials. The disc further includes a tab integrally mounted to the circumferential edge that extends upward when the absorbent disc is engaged with the bottom portion of the vehicle cup holder to facilitate the easy removal of the absorbent disc from the beverage holder.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to an absorbent disc, more specifically but not by way of limitation, a moisture absorbent device that is configured to mate with the bottom portion of a conventional vehicle cup holder having a tab to facilitate the easy removal therefrom, that could also include air freshener or deodorizer.BACKGROUND[0002]Millions of individuals travel in their vehicles on a daily basis. Whether it is commuting to work or traveling on a family trip, people on average spend approximately nine hours a week in their vehicle. Many individuals will bring different types of beverages and beverage containers in their vehicle. The types vary from a cup or glass containing a beverage, canned drinks, bottles of drinks, and disposable beverage containers such as those obtained from fast food restaurants.[0003]The drink containers are routinely placed in vehicle cup holders that are located in a plurality of locations throughout the vehicle. Typically ...

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Benefits of technology

[0006]It is the object of the present invention to provide an absorbent disc that is configured to mate with a vehicle cup holder that can be placed proximate the bottom portion of the cup holder in order to capture any liquids that enter the adjacent area.

[0007]It is a further object of the present invention to provide an absorbent disc that is approximately the diameter of a conventional vehicle cup holder that includes a vertical tab that extends towards the opening of the cup holder in order to facilitate easy removal of the absorbent disc.

[0008]It is another object of the present invention to provide an absorbent disc that approximately the diameter of a conventional vehicle cup holder that is relatively inexpensive and disposable.

Problems solved by technology

One issue with the current design of conventional vehicle cup holders is that they retain any moisture whether it is from condensation from the container or actual spilt beverage in the bottom portion of the cup holder.

As conventional vehicle cup holders are sometimes deep and relatively narrow, these areas can be quite difficult to clean thus resulting in the inability to remove the liquid.

The liquid retained in the bottom of the cup holder collects dust and dirt and then eventually evaporates often leaving behind a residue and the collected dirt.

This can be very difficult to clean or remove.

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