Container with removable base assembly

Abstract

The present application relates to a container having a removable base assembly. The base assembly has a resilient portion. The base assembly is removably attachable to the container in a recess of the container. The base assembly is dimensioned to be a fixed fit with the recess such that when the base assembly is assembled with the container, the resilient portion is exposed from the recess to allow the container to be supported on a support surface by the resilient portion of the base assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of container technology, and more specifically to a container having a removable base component. Background Technology

[0002] In common containers with adhesive bottom pads, the adhesive or glue degrades due to temperature and water, causing the protective pad to detach from the container. Therefore, the containers cannot usually be cleaned in hot water or in the hot drying cycle of a dishwasher, which causes inconvenience to users. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a container with a removable base assembly that can be removably attached to the container in a recess of the container, and is not easily detached and is easy to clean.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0005] A container having a removable base assembly having a resilient portion, the base assembly being removably attachable to a recess in the container, the base assembly being sized to mechanically engage with the recess such that, when the base assembly is assembled with the container, the resilient portion is exposed from the recess, thereby allowing the container to be supported on a support surface by the resilient portion of the base assembly.

[0006] Preferably, the recess has a cylindrical hole.

[0007] Preferably, the container has sidewalls defining the volume of the container and a bottom extending below the sidewalls when the container is upright, and the recess is formed in the bottom.

[0008] Preferably, the container has a top opposite to the bottom, and the top has an opening leading to the interior of the container.

[0009] Preferably, the base assembly includes a carrier, and the resilient portion can be removably connected to the carrier.

[0010] Preferably, the support member engages with a first region of the recess, and the elastic portion engages with a second region of the recess.

[0011] Preferably, the second region is adjacent to the opening of the recess, and the first region is farther from the opening than the second region.

[0012] Preferably, the carrier has a positioning surface and an annular edge axially spaced from the positioning surface by a groove, and the elastic portion has an annular lip received in the groove.

[0013] Preferably, the support member has an annular surface axially spaced from the annular edge, and the elastic portion has an annular foot surrounding the annular surface and supporting the container when the container is upright.

[0014] This invention also provides another technical solution:

[0015] A container having a removable base component, comprising:

[0016] A bottom and an opposite top, wherein when the container is upright, the bottom is below the top, and the bottom has a recess; and

[0017] A base assembly adapted and configured to be removably received in the recess by mechanical engagement, the base assembly having a resilient portion on which the container rests when the container is upright.

[0018] Preferably, the recess at the bottom has a cylindrical hole.

[0019] Preferably, the container has a sidewall extending between the top and the bottom.

[0020] Preferably, the sidewall has a curved transition relative to the bottom.

[0021] Preferably, the top has an opening leading to the interior of the container.

[0022] Preferably, the base assembly includes a carrier, and the resilient portion can be removably connected to the carrier.

[0023] Preferably, the support member engages with a first region of the recess, and the elastic portion engages with a second region of the recess.

[0024] Preferably, the second region is adjacent to the opening of the recess, and the first region is farther from the opening than the second region.

[0025] Preferably, the carrier has a positioning surface and an annular edge axially spaced from the positioning surface by a groove, and the elastic portion has an annular lip received in the groove.

[0026] Preferably, the elastic portion has an annular notch that engages around the annular edge of the carrier in a deflected manner.

[0027] Preferably, the support member has an annular surface axially spaced from the annular edge, and the elastic portion has an annular foot that surrounds the annular surface and supports the container when the container is upright.

[0028] In the aforementioned containers with removable base components, the base component can be removed from the container to allow for cleaning of both the base component and the container. This offers advantages over conventional containers where a protective pad is adhered or glued to the bottom of the container. In conventional containers with adhered bottom pads, the container is typically not washable, for example, in hot water or in the hot drying cycle of a dishwasher, as temperature and water degrade the adhesive or glue, causing the protective pad to detach from the container. Containers with removable base components eliminate glue or adhesives, thereby eliminating potentially toxic substances. They also allow users the opportunity to wash the separate container and base component in hot water or a dishwasher with a hot cycle, thus ensuring a more thorough cleaning. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an exemplary container, showing the base components assembled at the bottom of the container;

[0030] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of the container, showing the base components disassembled before assembly with the container;

[0031] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A further exploded perspective view of the container, showing the elastic portion and carrier of the base assembly before its formation.

[0032] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Side view of the load-bearing component;

[0033] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A side cross-sectional view of the elastic portion;

[0034] Figure 6 yes Figure 3 A partially enlarged cross-sectional view of the container, showing the recess of the container and the base assembly positioned to be received in the recess;

[0035] Figure 7 yes Figure 3 A partially enlarged cross-sectional view of the container, showing the base assembly received in the recess;

[0036] Figure 8 yes Figure 3 A top plan view of the elastic portion of the base component; and

[0037] Figure 9 yes Figure 3 A bottom view of the carrier portion of the base component. Detailed Implementation

[0038] Figure 1 An exemplary container 20 and a base assembly 22 inserted into a recess 24 of the container are shown. Container 20 can be a beverage container, or another personal-use container for containing fluids or solids, wherein a cushioning pad made of a non-slip material for vibration damping is required on the surface of the container positioned to contact a support surface on which the container is rested. In the exemplary container shown in the figures, container 20 has sidewalls 26 defining the volume of the container and a bottom 28 extending below the sidewalls when the container is upright. The container may be provided with a curved transition from the sidewalls 26 to the bottom 28. A recess 24 for receiving the base assembly 22 may be formed in the bottom 28. The depicted container also has a top 30 opposite the bottom, and the top has an opening leading to the interior of the container, for example, for receiving a beverage for a user. Container 20 may have a removable cap 32 covering the top opening. It should be understood that the container may have other shapes. For example, the container can be formed as a stemmed vessel, wherein the sidewalls do not extend to the bottom of the container, but rather extend from the top to the stem, and the stem extends from the sidewalls to the bottom. In this configuration, the base component described herein can be inserted into a recess at the bottom.

[0039] The base assembly 22 may have an elastic portion 40. The elastic portion may include a cushioning pad and may be made of an anti-slip material. The elastic portion 40 may be formed of a material that provides sufficient vibration damping, noise reduction, anti-slip / anti-slip properties, and is resistant to fretting wear, sweating, condensation, water, friction, and other damage to the surface on which the container is placed. For example, the elastic portion 40 of the base assembly 22 may prevent slippage and watermarks on tabletops or furniture. As will become apparent from the following discussion, the elastic portion 40 may be formed of a compressible and elastically deformable material. If the elastic portion becomes soiled, it can be cleaned with a mild detergent, such as dish soap, or in a dishwasher. The elastic portion 40 may be formed of a material that can withstand moderate heat, such as hot water washing, a dry cycle in a dishwasher, or hot beverages. By way of example and without any limiting meaning, the elastic portion of the base assembly may be formed of silicone, rubber, polyurethane, or polyethylene.

[0040] The base assembly 22 is removably attached to the container 20 in the recess 24 of the container. Therefore, the base assembly 22 can be sized to mechanically transition into the recess 24. The mechanical fit can be a fixed fit, wherein there is a small gap or small interference fit between the base assembly and the recess to allow the base assembly to be assembled or disassembled with the recess by light pressing force. The mechanical fit can be a similar fit, wherein there is a small gap or small interference fit between the base assembly and the recess to allow the base assembly to be assembled or disassembled with the recess by more moderate pressing force than in the case of a fixed fit. The mechanical fit can be a positional fit, wherein there is a small gap between the base assembly and the recess to allow the base assembly to be assembled or disassembled with the recess by a mating fit or a press fit. As shown in the figures, the recess 24 is circular and has a cylindrical opening. It should be understood that the recess 24 can be of other shapes and / or can have a tapered opening. Correspondingly, the base assembly 22 is similarly shaped and sized to provide the desired mechanical fit with the recess 24.

[0041] By forming a mechanical engagement between the recess 24 and the base component 22, the base component can be removably inserted into the recess. The base component 22 can be removed from the container 20 to allow for cleaning of both the base component and the container. This provides an advantage over conventional containers that have a protective pad adhered or glued to the bottom of the container. In conventional containers with an adhered bottom pad, the container is typically not washable, for example, in hot water or in the hot drying cycle of a dishwasher, as temperature and water degrade the adhesive or glue, causing the protective pad to detach from the container. The exemplary container 20 with a base component 22 that can be removably attached eliminates the use of glue or adhesive, thereby eliminating potentially toxic substances. It also allows the user the opportunity to wash the separate container 20 and base component 22 in hot water or a dishwasher with a hot cycle, thus ensuring a more thorough cleaning. The recess may be provided with an elongated groove (not shown) adjacent to its periphery. The groove may be sized to receive coins, keys, or small tools to allow the user to pry the base component out of the recess for disassembly.

[0042] As shown in the accompanying drawings, the base assembly 22 includes a carrier 44, and the resilient portion 40 is removably connected to the carrier. The carrier 44 may be formed of a more rigid and durable material to support the more flexible resilient portion 40 and to enable the resilient portion to engage with a recess via mechanical engagement, as will be described below. As an example, the carrier 44 may be formed of plastic or a metal such as aluminum or stainless steel. The carrier 44 may have an outer periphery shaped and sized to be received in the recess 24 or a region of the recess of the container to allow the base assembly 22 to mechanically engage with the recess. Alternatively or additionally, the resilient portion 40 may have an outer periphery shaped and sized to be received in the recess 24 or a region of the recess of the container to allow the base assembly 22 to mechanically engage with the recess. In one example, the carrier 44 may be shaped and sized to mechanically engage with one region of the recess, and the resilient portion 40 may be shaped and sized to mechanically engage with another region of the recess. The degree of mechanical engagement between the elastic portion 40 and the support member 44 and the corresponding regions of the recess may be different or the same. In another example, the support member may be shaped and sized to mechanically engage with one region of the recess, and the elastic portion may be shaped and sized to have a gap with another region of the recess. In another example, the support member may be shaped and sized to have a gap with one region of the recess, and the elastic portion may be shaped and sized to mechanically engage with another region of the recess. Considering the flexibility and compressibility of the elastic portion, it may also have an interference fit with the recess or a portion of the recess. As shown in the figures (e.g., see...) Figure 7 The support member 44 can engage a first region of the recess 24, and the elastic portion 40 can engage a second region of the recess. Considering the configuration of the support member 44 and the elastic portion 40, the elastic portion engages the second region of the recess 24 adjacent to the opening of the recess, and the support member engages the first region of the recess that is further from the opening and located vertically above the second region.

[0043] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 9 The carrier 44 may have a locating surface 46 on its outer periphery to engage, for example, the area of ​​a recess or recess 24. The carrier 44 may also have an annular edge 48 axially spaced from the locating surface 46 by a groove 50. The carrier 44 may also have an annular surface 52 axially spaced from the annular edge 48. The outer diameter of the locating surface 46 may be larger than the outer diameter of the annular edge 48. The outer diameter of the annular edge 48 may be larger than the outer diameter of the annular surface 52. The locating surface 46, the annular edge 48, and / or the annular surface 52 may be configured to allow the resilient portion 40 to be removably attached to the carrier 42. (See reference...) Figure 5 and Figure 8The resilient portion 40 may have an annular lip 54 received in a groove 50 of the carrier 44 located between the positioning surface 46 of the carrier and the annular edge 48. The resilient portion 40 may have an annular recess 56 for receiving the annular edge 48 of the carrier. Specifically, when the resilient portion deforms and is assembled with the carrier, the annular recess 56 of the resilient portion 40 may be cut open or otherwise released in the included area of ​​the recess to accommodate the annular edge of the carrier 44. The resilient portion 40 may also have an annular foot 58 surrounding the annular surface 52. Specifically, when the resilient portion deforms and is assembled with the carrier, the annular foot 58 of the resilient portion 40 may be cut open or otherwise released to accommodate the annular surface 52 of the carrier 44. The elastic portion 40 may be sufficiently elastic and deformable to allow a user to stretch the elastic portion around the annular edge 48 of the carrier 44, such that the annular recess 56 of the elastic portion 40 engages around the annular edge of the carrier, the annular edge of the carrier being received in the annular recess 56 of the elastic portion, and when the base assembly 22 is assembled with the container 20 to support the container on the annular foot 58 when the container is upright, the periphery of the elastic portion extends from the positioning surface 46 adjacent to the carrier through the annular groove 50 of the carrier and the annular surface 52 of the carrier, wherein the annular foot 58 of the elastic portion is fully exposed from the recess 24. Therefore, the elastic portion 40 may be generally ring-shaped with a central opening, or may be disc-shaped without a central opening. The carrier 44 may have other surfaces that allow the elastic portion 40 to be removably assembled with the carrier. For example, the carrier may include a multi-piece assembly that is screwed or mechanically connected to the elastic portion held on the carrier between connected parts of the carrier. Although the accompanying drawings show a generally circular configuration of the carrier and the resilient portion, as well as the operating surfaces of the carrier and the resilient portion that allow for assembly, the carrier and the resilient portion may have other configurations as needed that allow the base assembly to mechanically engage with the recess of the container and allow the carrier and the resilient portion to be assembled.

[0044] While various implementations have been described above, it should be understood that these implementations are presented by way of example only and not by way of limitation. Therefore, the breadth and scope of preferred implementations should not be limited to any of the exemplary implementations described above.

Claims

1. A container having a removable base assembly, characterized by, The container has a base assembly and a recess, The recess has a first region and a second region, the second region being adjacent to an opening of the recess, and the first region being further from the opening than the second region; The base assembly has a resilient portion and a carrier, and the resilient portion is removably connectable with the carrier; The base assembly is removably attachable to the container in the recess of the container, the base assembly being dimensioned to mechanically fit with the recess such that when the base assembly is assembled with the container, the resilient portion is exposed from the recess, thereby allowing the container to be supported on a support surface by the resilient portion of the base assembly; there is a clearance or an interference fit between the base assembly and the recess to enable the base assembly to be assembled or disassembled with the recess by a pressing force, the recess being provided with an elongate slot adjacent to a periphery thereof; The carrier has a locating surface and an annular rim axially spaced from the locating surface by a recess, the carrier having an annular face axially spaced from the annular rim; The resilient portion has an annular lip received in the recess; The resilient portion has an annular recess engaging the annular rim of the carrier, the resilient portion having an annular foot portion surrounding the annular face and supporting the container when the container is upright; The resilient portion interferes with the recess or a portion of the recess.

2. The container of claim 1, wherein The recess has a cylindrical bore.

3. The container of claim 1, wherein The container has a side wall defining a volume of the container and a base extending below the side wall when the container is upright, and the recess is formed in the base.

4. The container of claim 3, wherein The container has a top opposite the base, and the top has an opening to an interior of the container.

5. The container of claim 1, wherein The carrier engages the first region of the recess, and the resilient portion engages the second region of the recess.

6. A container having a removable base assembly, characterized by, Comprising: a base and an opposite top, the base being below the top when the container is upright, the base having a recess; and The recess has a first region and a second region, the second region being adjacent to an opening of the recess, and the first region being further from the opening than the second region; The base assembly has a resilient portion and a carrier, and the resilient portion is removably connectable with the carrier; the base assembly is adapted and configured to be removably received in the recess by a mechanical fit, the container resting on the resilient portion when the container is upright; there is a clearance or an interference fit between the base assembly and the recess to enable the base assembly to be assembled or disassembled with the recess by a pressing force, the recess being provided with an elongate slot adjacent to a periphery thereof; The carrier has a locating surface and an annular rim axially spaced from the locating surface by a recess, the carrier having an annular face axially spaced from the annular rim; The resilient portion has an annular lip received in the recess; the annular lip is received in the recess of the carrier between the locating surface and the annular rim of the carrier, the resilient portion can have an annular recess which receives the annular rim of the carrier, the resilient portion has an annular foot which surrounds the annular face and supports the container when the container is upstanding; the resilient portion is interference fit with the recess or part of the recess.

7. The container of claim 6, wherein The recess of the base has a cylindrical bore.

8. The container of claim 6, wherein The container has a side wall extending between the top and the base.

9. The container of claim 8, wherein The side wall has a curved transition relative to the base.

10. The container of claim 6, wherein The top has an opening to the interior of the container.

11. The container of claim 6, wherein The carrier engages a first region of the recess and the resilient portion engages a second region of the recess.

12. The container of claim 7, wherein The resilient portion has an annular recess which engages the annular rim of the carrier in a deflected manner. The resilient portion has an annular lip received in the recess; the annular lip is received in the recess of the carrier between the locating surface and the annular rim of the carrier, the resilient portion can have an annular recess which receives the annular rim of the carrier, the resilient portion has an annular foot which surrounds the annular face and supports the container when the container is upstanding; the resilient portion is interference fit with the recess or part of the recess.

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