Components for creating reduced-size replicas of food or drink

Abstract

The present application discloses a component for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink, the component comprising a base object that forms a base for the reduced-size replica of the food or drink, the base object comprising a reduced-size replica of a component of the food or drink, a resin container storing a resin configured to be applied to and adhere to the base object, the resin container comprising a reduced-size replica of a container associated with the food or drink, and one or more component objects configured to be at least partially embedded in the resin, the one or more component objects comprising reduced-size replicas of one or more components associated with the food or drink.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application generally relates to assemblies for creating reduced-scale replicas of food or beverages. Background Art

[0002] Do-it-yourself (DIY) toys and collectibles are often used to build models of real-life objects or toys. Many of these toys utilize a curable resin in combination with a mold that is designed to eject the cured resin to produce the final toy or part. The resin is therefore designed to be separate from the underlying mold and not adhere to the underlying mold, limiting the design that can rely on a composite of curable and non-curable solid elements.

[0003] Additionally, physical limitations associated with resins and curing processes also prevent the creation of certain types of objects. Whether the resin is cured by heat or cured by other means such as ultraviolet light, direct exposure to a curing catalyst is necessary for setting the resin. Therefore, the mold and the molding surface are designed in a substantially flat shape so that the surface area of ​​the resin is exposed to heat or light and the resin is cured. Accordingly, in the case of heat-cured resins, a furnace or other heating device is required, which can introduce safety risks to the user.

[0004] There are currently no DIY toys or collectibles that enable the construction of complex models of objects utilizing a composite of both cured and non-cured elements. Additionally, there is a need for improvements in systems and components for DIY creation of complex models and collectibles in a variety of shapes. Utility Model Content

[0005] According to one aspect of the present application, there is provided a component for creating a reduced replica of food or drink, characterized in that the component comprises:

[0006] a substrate object forming a substrate for a reduced replica of a food or drink, the substrate object comprising a reduced replica of a component of the food or drink;

[0007] a resin container storing a resin configured to be applied to and adhered to a base object, the resin container containing a scaled-down replica of a container associated with a food or drink; and

[0008] One or more ingredient objects are configured to be at least partially embedded within the resin, the one or more ingredient objects comprising reduced-scale replicas of one or more ingredients associated with the food or beverage.

[0009] Optionally, the resin is configured to harden when exposed to ultraviolet light, thereby securing the resin to the base object and securing the one or more component objects at least partially within the resin.

[0010] Optionally, the substrate object and the resin include complementary properties that allow the resin to remain attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to ultraviolet light and allow ultraviolet light to pass through the resin.

[0011] Optionally, one or more properties of the resin are customized to one or more of: a substrate object, one or more ingredient objects, or a food or beverage.

[0012] Optionally, the one or more characteristics include one or more of: color, crystal clarity, opacity, viscosity, or density.

[0013] Optionally, the component also includes:

[0014] A container containing a base object, a resin container, and one or more component objects, at least a portion of which is re-deployable for use as a display device for a reduced-scale replica of a food or drink.

[0015] Optionally, the surface of the substrate object comprises a material configured to bond with the resin when the resin cures.

[0016] Optionally, the food or beverage component comprises one of: a beverage vessel, a food tray, or a food item.

[0017] Optionally, the container associated with the food or beverage includes one of the following: a milk container, a syrup container, a frosting container, a juice container, a wine bottle, a soda bottle, or a coffee bottle.

[0018] Optionally, the one or more ingredients include one of the following: tapioca balls, chocolate chips, berries, pineapple, ice cubes, whipped cream, sugar shavings, lemon slices or lime slices.

[0019] According to another aspect of the present application, there is also provided a component for creating a reduced replica of food or drink, characterized in that the component comprises:

[0020] a substrate object forming a substrate for a reduced replica of a food or drink, the substrate object comprising a reduced replica of a component of the food or drink;

[0021] a resin container storing a resin configured to be applied to and adhered to a substrate object;

[0022] one or more ingredient objects configured to be at least partially embedded within the resin, the one or more ingredient objects comprising reduced-size replicas of one or more ingredients associated with a food or beverage; and

[0023] A container containing a base object, a resin container, and one or more component objects, at least a portion of which is re-deployable for use as a display device for a reduced-scale replica of a food or drink.

[0024] Optionally, the resin container comprises a scaled-down replica of a container associated with the food or drink.

[0025] Optionally, the container associated with the food or beverage includes one of the following: a milk container, a syrup container, a frosting container, a juice container, a wine bottle, a soda bottle, or a coffee bottle.

[0026] Optionally, the resin is configured to harden when exposed to ultraviolet light, thereby securing the resin to the base object and securing the one or more component objects at least partially within the resin.

[0027] Optionally, the substrate object and the resin include complementary properties that allow the resin to remain attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to ultraviolet light and allow ultraviolet light to pass through the resin.

[0028] Optionally, one or more properties of the resin are customized to one or more of: a substrate object, one or more ingredient objects, or a food or beverage.

[0029] Optionally, the one or more characteristics include one or more of: color, crystal clarity, opacity, viscosity, or density.

[0030] Optionally, the surface of the substrate object comprises a material configured to bond with the resin when the resin cures.

[0031] Optionally, the food or beverage component comprises one of: a beverage vessel, a food tray, or a food item.

[0032] Optionally, the one or more ingredients include one of the following: tapioca balls, chocolate chips, berries, pineapple, ice cubes, whipped cream, sprinkles, lemon slices, or lime slices.

[0033] Optionally, the components include:

[0034] a substrate object forming a substrate for a reduced replica of a food or drink, the substrate object comprising a reduced replica of a component of the food or drink;

[0035] a resin container storing a resin configured to be applied to and adhered to a substrate object; and

[0036] one or more ingredient objects configured to be at least partially embedded within the resin, the one or more ingredient objects comprising reduced-size replicas of one or more ingredients associated with a food or beverage;

[0037] wherein the resin is configured to harden when exposed to ultraviolet light, thereby securing the resin to the base object and securing the one or more component objects at least partially within the resin; and

[0038] Wherein the substrate object and the resin include complementary properties that allow the resin to remain attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to ultraviolet light and allow the ultraviolet light to pass through the resin.

[0039] Optionally, one or more properties of the resin are customized to one or more of: a substrate object, one or more ingredient objects, or a food or beverage.

[0040] Optionally, the one or more characteristics include one or more of: color, crystal clarity, viscosity, or density.

[0041] Optionally, the resin container comprises a scaled-down replica of a container associated with the food or drink.

[0042] Optionally, the container associated with the food or beverage includes one of the following: a milk container, a syrup container, a frosting container, a juice container, a wine bottle, a soda bottle, or a coffee bottle.

[0043] Optionally, the component also includes:

[0044] A container containing a base object, a resin container, and one or more component objects, at least a portion of which is re-deployable for use as a display device for a reduced-scale replica of a food or drink.

[0045] Optionally, the surface of the substrate object comprises a material configured to bond with the resin when the resin cures.

[0046] Optionally, the food or beverage component comprises one of: a beverage vessel, a food tray, or a food item.

[0047] Optionally, the one or more ingredients include one of the following: tapioca balls, chocolate chips, berries, pineapple, ice cubes, whipped cream, sugar shavings, lemon slices or lime slices. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0048] Figure 1 Components of a reduced replica assembly are shown according to an example embodiment.

[0049] Figure 2Different types of substrate objects according to example embodiments are shown.

[0050] Figure 3 Examples of different resin containers according to example embodiments are shown.

[0051] Figure 4 Examples of different composition objects according to example embodiments are shown.

[0052] Figures 5A to 5B A container according to an example embodiment is shown.

[0053] Figure 6 Examples of different accessories according to example embodiments are shown.

[0054] Figure 7 Characteristics of a base object and a resin that may form complementary characteristics according to example embodiments are shown.

[0055] Figure 8 Examples of complementary substrate objects and resin properties according to example embodiments are shown.

[0056] Fig. 9 Another example of complementary substrate object and resin properties according to example embodiments is shown.

[0057] Fig.10 It is shown that resin properties may be customized according to example embodiments.

[0058] Fig.11 Examples of resin properties are shown, wherein the resin is customized for a corresponding food or drink, a corresponding ingredient object, and a corresponding substrate object created by an assembly according to example embodiments.

[0059] Fig.12 An example of creating a reduced replica of a food or drink according to an example embodiment is shown.

[0060] Fig.13 Another example of components for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an example embodiment is shown.

[0061] Fig.14 Another example of components for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an example embodiment is shown.

[0062] Fig.15 Another example of components for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an example embodiment is shown.

[0063] Fig.16 Another example of components for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an example embodiment is shown.

[0064] Fig.17 Another example of components for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an example embodiment is shown.

[0065] Fig.18 Another example of components for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an example embodiment is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0066] Although methods, components, and products are described herein by way of examples and embodiments, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the described methods, components, and products for creating reduced replicas of food or beverages are not limited to the described embodiments or drawings. It should be understood that the drawings and description will not be limited to the specific forms disclosed. In fact, the present application is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Any title used herein is for organizational purposes only and is not meant to limit the scope of the specification and claims. As used herein, the term "can" is used in a permissible sense (i.e., means having potential), rather than in a mandatory sense (i.e., means must). Similarly, the terms "comprise", "include" and "contain" mean to include but are not limited to.

[0067] Figure 1 Components of a reduced replica assembly 100 according to an example embodiment are shown. A reduced replica assembly is a product that can be used to create a reduced replica of an object. The present specification relates to an assembly that is used to create a reduced replica of a food or drink, but it should be understood that the reduced replica assembly can also be used to create a model / replica of other types of models. For example, the reduced replica assembly can be used to create a replica of an object such as a plant, a house, a geographical feature, a landscape, a structure, a building, etc.

[0068] The reduced replica assembly 100 includes at least one substrate object 101, which forms a substrate for a reduced replica of a food or drink, and the at least one substrate object includes a reduced replica of a component of the food or drink. As discussed in more detail below, the substrate object forms a portion of the reduced replica of the food or drink and is configured to receive a resin that is applied to the at least one substrate object. Unlike previous DIY systems that use molds designed to discharge cured resin, the substrate objects of the system of the present application are configured to adhere to the resin and bond with the resin when the resin is cured.

[0069] Figure 2Different types of substrate objects 101 according to an exemplary embodiment are shown. The substrate object can be a beverage vessel 101A. For example, as shown in frame 101A-1, the substrate object can be a cold drink vessel and a lid, a boba / bubble milk tea vessel and a lid or a mason jar with a handle. These examples are provided only for the purpose of display and it should be understood that the substrate object can include a reduced replica of other types of beverage vessels, such as a teacup, a coffee cup, a mug, a wine glass, a mason jar, a mason jar with a handle, a milkshake cup, a smoothie cup, and / or a flat-bottomed tumbler. In an exemplary embodiment, the beverage container can be between 35mm (millimeter) and 45mm in length. For example, the cold drink vessel can be between 35 and 40mm in length, and a boba cup and a lid can be between 40 and 45mm in length. Depending on the type of vessel, the beverage vessel can have a width between 20 and 35mm.

[0070] The substrate object can also be a food dish 101B. For example, as shown in frame 101B-1, the substrate object can be a bowl, such as a cereal bowl or a fruit bowl. The substrate object can of course include a reduced replica of other types of tableware, cookware, and / or a serving platter, such as a plate, a pot, a bakeware, a baking tray, a cake stand, a jelly cup, and / or a pie plate. In an exemplary embodiment, the dish is a cereal bowl with a height between 15 and 20 mm. In another exemplary embodiment, the dish is a fruit bowl with a height between 25 and 30 mm and a width between 25 and 30 mm.

[0071] The base object may also be a food 101C. Frame 101C-2 shows an example of a base object corresponding to a food such as a donut, a cinnamon roll, or a waffle. The base object may also be other food, such as ice cream, French toast, toast, cake, pie, pie crust, cheesecake, pancakes, or other food.

[0072] The assembly may also contain multiple base objects. For example, the assembly may contain base objects of a pancake and a dish. In this case, resin (in the form of a slurry) and various toppings may be applied to both the pancake and the dish to create the final dish.

[0073] Back to Figure 1The reduced replica assembly also includes a resin container. The resin container stores resin, which is configured to be applied to the substrate object and adhered to the substrate object. The resin can be applied to the substrate object in different ways. For example, when the substrate object is a vessel such as a bowl or a cup, the resin can be applied to the interior of the vessel so that the vessel retains the resin. In another example, when the substrate object is a food object such as a donut, a waffle, or a puff pastry, the resin can be applied to the top of the substrate object as a glaze or topping.

[0074] Unlike existing DIY systems that use molds designed to eject cured resin, the resin of the present application's system is configured to adhere to the substrate object and become bonded to the substrate object as the resin cures.

[0075] The resin may be a UV-curable resin that is configured to harden when exposed to UV light, thereby securing the resin to the base object. The resin may be configured to cure / activate when exposed to ambient UV light (e.g., sunlight or daylight), so that a user can simply cure the resin by placing the complete food and drink in sunlight (e.g., on a window sill or outdoors). As will be discussed in more detail below, the resin is also configured to at least partially secure one or more component objects (element objects) within the resin.

[0076] Figure 3 Examples of different resin containers according to the exemplary embodiment are shown. As shown in block 102, the resin container can be shaped to look like a miniature replica of a tea bottle, a juice bottle, a syrup bottle, a coffee bottle, or a milk box. Of course, the resin container can be a miniature replica of other types of containers, such as a maple syrup bottle, a chocolate syrup bottle, a frosting container, a wine bottle, a soda bottle, or other types of bottles.

[0077] The resin container may be a scaled-down replica of a container associated with a food or drink created using the assembly. For example, the resin container may be a scaled-down replica of a container used to create an ingredient of a food or drink. Figure 3 For the example shown, the resin container may be:

[0078] Milk tea bottles, where milk tea is an ingredient used to make bubble tea / pearl milk tea;

[0079] Juice bottles where the juice is an ingredient in making berry punch or lemonade;

[0080] Syrup bottles, where the syrup or glaze is an ingredient used to make donuts, pastries or cakes;

[0081] A coffee bottle, wherein coffee is an ingredient used to make a coffee beverage such as a latte or cappuccino;

[0082] Milk bottles, where milk is an ingredient in a variety of foods and drinks, such as cereal.

[0083] The resin containers can also be scaled-down replicas of peanut butter jars, cream jars, jam / jelly jars, etc.

[0084] See also Figure 1 , the reduced replica assembly 100 also includes an ingredient object. The ingredient object is configured to be at least partially embedded in the resin, and one or more ingredient objects include a reduced replica of one or more ingredients associated with the food or drink. The ingredient object can be completely embedded in the resin, as in the case of a replica ice cube in a beverage, or partially embedded in the resin, as in the case of sprinkles on a syrup.

[0085] Figure 4 Examples of different ingredient objects according to an illustrative embodiment are shown. As shown in block 103A, ingredients may be shaped to look like a scaled-down replica of tapioca foam (in boba / bubble tea), ice cubes, limes, sprinkles, oatmeal, chocolate chips, raspberries, and / or whipped cream. Of course, ingredient objects may be scaled-down replicas of other types of ingredients, such as toppings (such as candy or chocolate), other types of fruit (strawberries, bananas, etc.), vegetables, garnishes, pasta, macaroni, rice, risotto, or any other type of ingredient used in food and beverages.

[0086] As explained above, the ingredient object may be a reduced replica of an ingredient associated with a food or drink created using the component. For example, the ingredient may be a reduced replica of an ingredient used to create the food or drink. Figure 4 In the example shown, the component objects could be replicas of:

[0087] Tapioca foam, wherein the tapioca foam is an ingredient used to make food / beverages such as bubble tea / pearl milk tea. In an exemplary embodiment, the tapioca foam may have a diameter between 3 and 5 mm;

[0088] Ice, where ice is used as an ingredient in food / beverages that are served with ice, such as boba, lemonade, fruit punch, etc.;

[0089] Lime, where lime is an ingredient in food / drinks used to make limeade, cocktails, etc.;

[0090] Sprinkles, where sprinkles are an ingredient in food / drinks used to make cupcakes, donuts, cakes, ice cream, etc.;

[0091] Cereal, where the cereal is the food / drink ingredient used to make a bowl of cereal;

[0092] Chocolate chips, where chocolate chips are an ingredient in foods / beverages used to make donuts, pastries, cakes, cupcakes, muffins, etc.;

[0093] Berries where the berries are an ingredient in a food / drink used to make berry punch, fruit salad, etc.; and / or

[0094] Whipped cream, wherein whipped cream is an ingredient used to make food / beverages such as hot chocolate, latte, mocha, ice cream sundae, etc.

[0095] As previously discussed, the resin is configured to harden when exposed to ultraviolet light, thereby securing the resin to the base object and securing one or more component objects at least partially within the resin. When the resin is cured, the components as described above may be at least partially embedded within the resin and secured in the resin. The component objects may additionally include replicas of lime slices, lemon slices, pineapple rings, chocolate chips, candy chips, blueberries, orange slices, strawberries, chocolate bars, banana slices, marshmallows, avocado slices, cherries, blackberries, and the like.

[0096] Go to Figure 1 , the reduced replica assembly 100 may include a container 104 that holds a base object 101, a resin container 102, one or more component objects 103, and any accessories 105. The container is configured to hold the components while maintaining a footprint that is as small as possible in terms of volume. Additionally, at least a portion of the container may be reconfigured to serve as a display device for a reduced replica of a food or drink created using the assembly.

[0097] Figures 5A to 5B A container according to an example embodiment is shown. Figure 5A As shown in block 104A of the embodiment, the container may be contained in one or more layers of packaging. As shown in the figure (with the packaging removed), the container may be a hemispherical ball with a flat bottom and a transparent top in a dome shape. The container may be separated into two pieces to remove the other parts of the assembly contained in the container (e.g., substrate object, resin container, component object, and accessories).

[0098] Figure 5BThe container according to the example embodiment is shown to be redeployed to a display device for food or drink. As shown in frame 104B, the container can be divided into two parts, a transparent top dome 500 and a bottom part 501. The bottom part 501 of the container can be used as a shallow dish (platter). Additionally, the container can store a handle part 502, which is designed to be inserted into the top dome 500 to allow the top dome to be used as a cover for the shallow dish. The topmost accompanying drawing in frame 104B shows a container divided into a top dome 500 and a bottom part 501, together with a handle part 502. The center accompanying drawing in frame 104B shows a handle part 502 inserted into the top dome 500. The accompanying drawing below in frame 104B shows a container redeployed to display a shallow dish, and the bottom part 501 is used as the bottom of the shallow dish, and the top dome 500 and the handle part 502 are used as the cover for displaying the shallow dish. As shown in the lower figures, food and beverages are displayed beneath a transparent dome 500 of a shallow dish.

[0099] Back to Figure 1 , the reduced replica assembly may additionally include one or more accessories. Each accessory may be an object at least partially embedded in the resin. Each accessory may also be an object that forms part of a display of food or drink, such as a serving or display platter or placemat. Additionally, each accessory may be a reduced replica of a dish or kitchen utensil associated with the food or drink (e.g., a spoon, fork, serving spoon, and straw). The accessory may also be a tool for manipulating a portion of the assembly (e.g., an ingredient object) similar to a kitchen utensil (e.g., a tongs for picking up ingredients such as a replica of an ice cube, a replica of a fruit piece, or a replica of a tapioca foam). In an illustrative embodiment, the tongs may have a width (at the widest part) between 7 and 8 mm and a length between 45 and 55 mm.

[0100] Figure 6 Examples of different accessories according to an illustrative embodiment are shown. Examples of accessories 105 are shown in box 105A. As shown in the accompanying drawings, accessories can include a serving platter, tongs, a place mat, a spoon, a straw, a fork, and / or a serving tray. In an illustrative embodiment, a boba straw can have a diameter between 4 and 6 mm and a non-boba straw can have a diameter between 1 and 3 mm. Additional accessories can include miniature dolls, tables, coasters, side dishes, serving spoons, etc.

[0101] Although each assembly for creating a reduced replica of a food or drink is unique, each assembly is composed of components that are consistent with and relevant to the reduced replica of the food and drink. In addition, the components of the assembly have complementary properties to ensure that the reduced replica of the food and drink can be constructed and solidified.

[0102] The substrate object and the resin include complementary properties that allow the resin to remain attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to ultraviolet light, and that allow the ultraviolet light to penetrate the resin thereby allowing the resin to cure in the form in which it is applied.

[0103] Figure 7 The properties of a substrate object and a resin that may form complementary properties according to an exemplary embodiment are shown. The substrate object properties 701 may include color, crystal clear, opaque, shape, resin application area, and substrate object type. The resin application area property refers to the location on or in the substrate object where the resin will be applied. For example, the resin application area may be on the surface of the substrate object, such as for a replica of a donut, or the resin application area may be within the object, such as for a replica glass or beverage vessel. Additionally, the substrate object type property refers to the type of substrate object, such as for a replica glass or beverage vessel. Figure 2 The resin properties 702 may include color, crystal clarity, opacity, viscosity, and density. Figure 7 As shown, the substrate object properties 701 and the resin properties may be complementary such that the resin remains attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to UV light, and such that UV light is transmitted through the resin.

[0104] Figure 8 An example of complementary substrate objects and resin properties according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Figure 8 As shown, resin 802 is designed to take on the appearance of milk (e.g., for a cereal food) and is therefore opaque. However, due to the UV curing process, it is necessary to ensure that appropriate UV light penetrates the resin to cure the resin. However, because the resin itself is opaque and is applied within a base object (e.g., "milk" is poured into a "cereal bowl"), the base object (cereal bowl) must be made crystal clear to ensure that the UV light passes through the base object and through the resin.

[0105] Fig. 9 Another example of complementary substrate object and resin properties according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Fig. 9In the example of , the substrate object 901 is a donut, and the resin application area characteristic of the substrate object is the exposed resin application area of ​​the donut. Because the resin application area is an area not contained within the substrate object (e.g., the interior of a vessel), rather than an area on the surface of the substrate object, the resin 902 may have a complementary characteristic of high viscosity to ensure that the resin does not run off the surface of the substrate object when the resin is applied to the substrate object.

[0106] In addition to the substrate object and the resin having complementary properties, the properties of the resin are also tailored based on other factors. Fig.10 1 shows the resin properties that can be customized according to exemplary embodiments. Fig.10 As shown, resin properties 1001 can be customized based on the food or beverage 1002 configured to be created by the component, the corresponding ingredient object 1003 within the component, and / or the corresponding substrate object 1004 within the component. The resin properties that can be customized can include color, crystal clearness, opacity, viscosity, and / or density.

[0107] Fig.11 An example of resin properties that are customized for a corresponding food or drink, a corresponding component object, and a corresponding base object created by an assembly according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Fig.11 As shown, resin characteristics 1101 include brown color, high density, and high viscosity.

[0108] The brown color property may be because the food or beverage 1102 is a chocolate coated donut. In this case, the color of the resin may be selected to match the color of the chocolate pouring. Similarly, a white opaque color resin may be used for milk in a cereal bowl object, a red transparent color may be used for berry punch, a green transparent color may be used for limeade, and / or an opaque light brown resin may be used for a latte or coffee based beverage object.

[0109] The high density property may be because ingredient 1103 is a chocolate chip topping that is designed to sit on top of the resin. Because the chocolate chip replica is designed to sit on top of the resin, it is important that the resin has sufficient density to ensure that the chocolate chips do not pass through the resin. In a specific scaled-down replica assembly, the resin may be configured to have a low density. For example, for boba, lemonade, or other beverages with ingredients such as ice cubes, the resin may have a lower density to ensure that the ingredient does not sit on the surface of the resin but settles into the resin.

[0110] The high viscosity property may be because the substrate object 1104 is a donut with an exposed resin application area. In this case, because the resin is applied to the surface of the substrate object, it is important to have sufficient viscosity so that the resin does not run out of the edge of the donut before being cured. Reduced copies of other types of objects may utilize low viscosity resins. For example, food and beverages utilizing vessels may use low viscosity resins because the vessels may contain resin to prevent running out of the sides of the vessels and falling out.

[0111] Fig.12 An example of components for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Fig.12 The components shown are used to create a reduced-scale replica of berry punch. The components include a container top 1202, a container bottom 1203, a handle attachment 1201, a base object including a cup 1204B with a lid 1204A, a straw 1206, a storage mat 1205, a resin container 1207 in the form of a juice box, an ingredient object 1208 in the form of berries (which is contained within a reduced-scale replica ice bag), and ice cubes 1209 contained within the reduced-scale replica of the ice bag. The ruler on the upper left side of the figure shows the approximate size of the reduced-scale components in inches. The ingredients (ice cubes 1209 and berries 1208) are added to the base object (cup 1204B and lid 1204A) along with the resin from the resin container (juice container 1207) and the straw 1206 to create a complete berry punch 1210. Additionally, a handle attachment 1201 is inserted into a container top 1202 (eg, via a snap-fit ​​mechanism), which together with a container bottom 1203 serves as a presentation device for the berry punch 1210 .

[0112] Fig.13 Another example of an assembly for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Fig.13 The described assembly is used to create a reduced replica of a bowl of oatmeal. The assembly includes a container top 1302, a container bottom 1303, a handle attachment 1301, a base object 1304 including a bowl, a spoon 1308, a storage mat 1306, a resin container 1307 in the form of a milk carton, and an ingredient object 1309 in the form of oatmeal (which is contained in the reduced replica oatmeal container 1309). The ruler on the upper left side of the figure shows the approximate size of the reduced components in inches. The ingredient (oatmeal 1309) is added to the base object (bowl 1304) along with the resin from the resin container (milk carton 1307) and the spoon 1308 to create a full bowl of oatmeal 1310. Additionally, the handle attachment 1301 is inserted into the container top 1302 (e.g., via a snap-fit ​​mechanism), which together with the container bottom 1303 serves as a display device for the bowl of oatmeal 1310.

[0113] Fig.14 Another example of an assembly for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Fig.14 The assembly shown is used to create a reduced replica of a chocolate coated donut. The assembly includes a container top 1402, a container bottom 1403, a handle attachment 1401, a base object containing a donut 1404A contained in a reduced replica donut box 1404B, a storage mat 1405, a serving tray 1406, a resin container 1408 in the form of a drench container, and an ingredient object 1409 in the form of chocolate crumbs (which are contained in the reduced replica chocolate crumb container). The ruler on the upper left side of the figure shows the approximate size of the reduced components in inches. The ingredient (chocolate crumbs 1409) is added to the base object (donut 1404A) along with the resin from the resin container (drench container 1408) and placed on the storage mat 1405 and the serving tray 1406 to create a complete chocolate coated donut 1410. Additionally, a handle attachment 1401 is inserted into the container top 1402 (eg, via a snap-fit ​​mechanism), which together with the container bottom 1403 serves as a display device for the chocolate coated donuts 1410 .

[0114] Fig.15 Another example of an assembly for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. Fig.15 The components shown are used to create a reduced replica of boba tea. The components include a container top 1502, a container bottom 1503, a handle attachment 1501, a base object including a cup 1504A with a lid 1504B, a straw 1505, a storage mat 1506, a resin container 1507 in the form of a milk tea box, an ingredient object 1508 in the form of tapioca foam (which is contained in the reduced replica packaging), and ice cubes 1510 (which is contained in the reduced replica of the ice bag). The ruler on the upper left side of the figure shows the approximate size of the reduced components in inches. The ingredients (ice cubes 1510 and foam 1508) are added to the base object (cup 1504A and lid 1504B) together with the resin from the resin container (milk tea container 1507) and the straw 1505 to create boba tea 1510. Additionally, a handle attachment 1501 is inserted into the container top 1502 (eg, via a snap-fit ​​mechanism), which together with the container bottom 1503 serves as a display device for the boba tea 1510 .

[0115] Fig.16 Another example of an assembly for creating a food or drink according to an illustrative embodiment is shown. Fig.16 The container and handles are omitted, but the components used to create a scaled-down replica of the fruit salad are shown. Fig.16As shown, the components include a fruit plate 1602 (base object), different types of berries 1606-1608 in a replica container (ingredient objects), a sauce 1609 (resin) in a sauce container, a storage mat 1604, and a spoon 1603 (accessory object).

[0116] Fig.17 Another example of an assembly for creating a food or drink according to an illustrative embodiment is shown. Fig.17 The container and handle are omitted, but the components used to create a scaled-down replica of a coffee latte are shown. Fig.17 As shown, the components include a drink mug 1702 (base object), whipped cream in a whipped cream container 1708 and lid 1706 (ingredient object), coffee in a coffee bottle 1705 (resin), a storage mat 1704, and a straw 1703 (accessory object).

[0117] Fig.18 Another example of an assembly for creating a food or drink according to an illustrative embodiment is shown. Fig.18 The container and handle are omitted, but the components used to create a scaled-down replica of a pineapple milkshake are shown. Fig.18 As shown, the parts include a drinking cup 1802 (base object), whipped cream in a whipped cream container 1808 and a lid 1806 and pineapple slices 1809 in a fruit container (ingredient objects), juice 1805 in a juice bottle (resin), a storage mat 1804, and a straw 1803 (accessory object).

[0118] Having described and illustrated the principles of the invention with reference to the described embodiments, it will be apparent that the described embodiments may be adjusted in arrangement and detail without departing from these principles. Elements of the described embodiments shown in software may be executed in hardware and vice versa.

[0119] In view of the many possible embodiments to which the invention may be applied, the applicant claims as the invention all those embodiments that may come within the scope and spirit of the following claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A kit for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink, characterized in that The components include: a substrate object forming a substrate for a reduced replica of a food or drink, the substrate object comprising a reduced replica of a component of the food or drink; a resin container storing a resin configured to be applied to and adhered to a base object, the resin container containing a scaled-down replica of a container associated with a food or drink; and One or more component objects are configured to be at least partially embedded within the resin, the one or more component objects comprising a reduced-size replica of one or more component objects associated with a food or beverage.

2. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The resin is configured to harden when exposed to ultraviolet light, thereby securing the resin to the base object and at least partially securing the one or more component objects within the resin.

3. The assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that The substrate object and the resin include complementary properties that allow the resin to remain attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to ultraviolet light and allow the ultraviolet light to pass through the resin.

4. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that One or more properties of the resin are customized to one or more of: a substrate object, one or more component objects.

5. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that One or more properties of the resin are customized for one or more of the following: a food or a beverage.

6. The assembly according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that The one or more characteristics include one or more of: color, opacity, viscosity, or density.

7. The assembly according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that The one or more characteristics include crystal clearness.

8. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that Also includes: A container containing a base object, a resin container, and one or more component objects, at least a portion of which is re-deployable for use as a display device for a reduced-scale replica of a food or drink.

9. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The surface of the substrate object includes a material configured to bond with the resin when the resin cures.

10. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The food or beverage component includes one of the following: a beverage container, a food tray, or a food item.

11. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The container associated with food or beverage includes one of the following: a milk container, a syrup container, a frosting container, a juice container, a wine bottle, a soda bottle, or a coffee bottle.

12. The assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The one or more ingredient objects include one of the following: tapioca balls, chocolate chips, berries, pineapple, ice cubes, whipped cream, sugar shavings, lemon slices, or lime slices.

13. A kit for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink, characterized in that The components include: a substrate object forming a substrate for a reduced replica of a food or drink, the substrate object comprising a reduced replica of a component of the food or drink; a resin container storing a resin configured to be applied to and adhered to a substrate object; one or more component objects configured to be at least partially embedded within the resin, the one or more component objects comprising a reduced-size replica of one or more component objects associated with a food or beverage; and A container containing a base object, a resin container, and one or more component objects, at least a portion of which is re-deployable for use as a display device for a reduced-scale replica of a food or drink.

14. The assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that The resin containers include scaled-down replicas of containers associated with food or beverages.

15. The assembly according to claim 14, characterized in that The container associated with food or beverage includes one of the following: a milk container, a syrup container, a frosting container, a juice container, a wine bottle, a soda bottle, or a coffee bottle.

16. The assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that The resin is configured to harden when exposed to ultraviolet light, thereby securing the resin to the base object and at least partially securing the one or more component objects within the resin.

17. The assembly according to claim 16, characterized in that The substrate object and the resin include complementary properties that allow the resin to remain attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to ultraviolet light and allow the ultraviolet light to pass through the resin.

18. The assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that One or more properties of the resin are customized to one or more of: a substrate object, one or more component objects.

19. The assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that One or more properties of the resin are customized for one or more of the following: a food or a beverage.

20. Assembly according to claim 18 or 19, characterized in that The one or more characteristics include one or more of: color, opacity, viscosity, or density.

21. The assembly according to claim 18 or 19, characterized in that The one or more characteristics include crystal clearness.

22. The assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that The surface of the substrate object includes a material configured to bond with the resin when the resin cures.

23. The assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that The food or beverage component includes one of the following: a beverage container, a food tray, or a food item.

24. The assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that The one or more ingredient objects include one of: tapioca balls, chocolate chips, berries, pineapple, ice cubes, whipped cream, sprinkles, lemon slices, or lime slices.

25. A kit for creating a reduced-size replica of a food or drink, characterized in that The components include: a substrate object forming a substrate for a reduced-size replica of a food or drink, the substrate object comprising a reduced-size replica of a component of the food or drink; a resin container storing a resin configured to be applied to and adhered to a substrate object; and one or more component objects configured to be at least partially embedded within the resin, the one or more component objects comprising a reduced-size replica of one or more component objects associated with a food or beverage; wherein the resin is configured to harden when exposed to ultraviolet light, thereby securing the resin to the base object and securing the one or more component objects at least partially within the resin; and Wherein the substrate object and the resin include complementary properties that allow the resin to remain attached to the substrate object prior to exposure to ultraviolet light and allow the ultraviolet light to pass through the resin.

26. The assembly according to claim 25, characterized in that One or more properties of the resin are customized to one or more of: a substrate object, one or more component objects.

27. The assembly according to claim 25, characterized in that One or more properties of the resin are customized for one or more of the following: a food or a beverage.

28. Assembly according to claim 26 or 27, characterized in that The one or more characteristics include one or more of: color, viscosity, or density.

29. An assembly according to claim 26 or 27, characterized in that The one or more characteristics include one or more of the following: crystal clear.

30. The assembly of claim 25, wherein: The resin container comprises a scaled-down replica of a container associated with a food or drink.

31. The assembly according to claim 30, characterized in that The container associated with food or beverage includes one of the following: a milk container, a syrup container, a frosting container, a juice container, a wine bottle, a soda bottle, or a coffee bottle.

32. The assembly of claim 25, wherein: Also includes: A container containing a base object, a resin container, and one or more component objects, at least a portion of which is re-deployable for use as a display device for a reduced-scale replica of a food or drink.

33. The assembly of claim 25, wherein: The surface of the substrate object includes a material configured to bond with the resin when the resin cures.

34. The assembly according to claim 25, characterized in that The food or beverage component includes one of the following: a beverage container, a food tray, or a food item.

35. The assembly of claim 25, wherein: The one or more ingredient objects include one of the following: tapioca balls, chocolate chips, berries, pineapple, ice cubes, whipped cream, sugar shavings, lemon slices, or lime slices.

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