Invertible Segmented Consumption Container

Abstract

An invertible segmented consumption container that inverts to allow for facilitated cleaning of an inner surface. A top section of the container comprises of a rigid material that separates from a bottom section. The top section is operable to engage a lid for containing a liquid. The bottom section is operable to retain the liquid for consumption. The bottom section is comprised of a flexible material. The invertibility of the bottom section creates access to the inner surface for facilitated cleaning. When the rigid top section separates from the flexible bottom section, the bottom section may invert into itself. A rigid collar joins the top section with the bottom section, and provides a perimeter framework for drinking the liquid. The bottom section is also collapsible to provide compact storage and portability. A seal facilitating structure, receiver and notch forms to provide a leak resistant sealed container.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present continuation-in-part patent application claims priority benefit of the commonly owned U.S. non-provisional application for patent Ser. No. 13 / 475,894 filed on May 18, 2012 under 35 U.S.C. 120, which in turn claims priority benefit of the commonly owned U.S. provisional application for patent Ser. No. 61 / 685,386 filed on Mar. 16, 2012 under 35 U.S.C. 119(e). The contents of the related non-provisional and provisional applications are incorporated herein by reference for all purposes to the extent that such subject matter is not inconsistent herewith or limiting hereof.FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not applicable.REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER LISTING APPENDIX[0003]Not applicable.COPYRIGHT NOTICE[0004]A section of the disclosure of this patent document contains material that is subject to copyright protection. The copyright owner has no objection to the facsimile reproduction by anyone o...

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