Cup cover, cup cover assembly and straw cup

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a cup cover, a cup cover assembly and a straw cup. The cup cover comprises a first cover body and a second cover body, wherein the first cover body comprises a channel used for containing a straw and a first air inlet hole spaced from the channel; the second cover body is connected to the first side of the first cover body and can rotate between a first position and a second position relative to the first cover body, and the second cover body comprises a sealing part; when the second cover body is located at the first position, the second cover body extrudes the straw to block the straw, and the sealing part of the second cover body seals the first air inlet hole of the first cover body; when the second cover body is located at the second position, the second cover body is separated from the straw to conduct the straw, and the sealing part of the second cover body is separated from the first air inlet of the first cover body. In this way, good sealability, ease of handling and ease of cleaning are provided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiments of the present disclosure generally relate to the field of daily necessities, and in particular to a cup lid, a cup lid assembly, and a straw cup. Background Art

[0002] Sippy cups are suitable for infants and young children. Unlike adult cups, sippy cups feature a central straw, allowing infants to easily drink from the contents. They can help infants transition smoothly from bottle to cup feeding while also strengthening their hand-to-mouth coordination. Once infants' motor skills improve to the point where they can hold a cup but not yet maintain balance, sippy cups can be used, providing them with an opportunity to use a cup independently.

[0003] Currently, there remains a need for improvements in the construction and use of sippy cups. Utility Model Content

[0004] In a first aspect of the present disclosure, a cup cover is provided, comprising: a first cover body, comprising a channel for receiving a straw, and a first air inlet hole spaced apart from the channel; and a second cover body, connected to a first side of the first cover body, and capable of rotating relative to the first cover body between a first position and a second position, the second cover body comprising a sealing portion; wherein, when the second cover body is in the first position, the second cover body squeezes the straw to block the straw, and the sealing portion of the second cover body seals the first air inlet hole of the first cover body; when the second cover body is in the second position, the second cover body is detached from the straw to pass the straw, and the sealing portion of the second cover body is detached from the first air inlet hole of the first cover body.

[0005] The cup lid provided in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure utilizes a dual-lid design, with the first and second lids being detachable for easy cleaning. When assembled, the second lid slides easily relative to the first to open and close the water inlet, making it user-friendly for children of appropriate age or infants. The seal on the second lid provides a secure seal for the sippy cup, effectively preventing accidental leakage of fluid in any orientation.

[0006] In some embodiments, the detachable connection between the first cover and the second cover includes a foolproof structure that allows the second cover to be connected to the first cover in a predetermined orientation at the location where the first cover is connected to the second cover.

[0007] In some embodiments, the fool-proof structure includes two recesses formed oppositely in the lower area of the first cover body and two protrusions formed oppositely in the lower area of the second cover body; when the first cover body is connected to the second cover body, each protrusion is received in a corresponding recess and serves as a pivot for rotating the second cover body relative to the first cover body.

[0008] In some embodiments, one of the two protrusions is a cylinder with a circular cross-section, and the other protrusion is a cylinder with an elliptical cross-section.

[0009] In some embodiments, the sealing portion is made of a soft material.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first cover includes a receiving portion, and the channel is located in the receiving portion; when the second cover is in the first position, the straw is embedded in the receiving portion and is completely covered by the second cover.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first cover body includes a first limit and a second limit, and the second cover body includes an angled first edge and a second edge; when the second cover body is in the first position, the first edge of the second cover body abuts the first limit; when the second cover body is in the second position, the second edge of the second cover body abuts the second limit.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first cover body includes a first protrusion and a second protrusion located on both sides of the first air inlet, and the second cover body includes a first guide groove and a second guide groove; when the first cover body and the second cover body are connected, the first protrusion is received in the first guide groove, and the second protrusion is received in the second guide groove.

[0013] In some embodiments, a third limit and a fourth limit are provided at both ends of the first guide groove, and a fifth limit and a sixth limit are provided at both ends of the second guide groove; when the second cover body is located in the first position, the first protrusion abuts the third limit, and the second protrusion abuts the fifth limit; when the second cover body is located in the second position, the first protrusion abuts the fourth limit, and the second protrusion abuts the sixth limit.

[0014] In a second aspect of the present disclosure, a cup lid assembly for a straw cup is provided, comprising the cup lid according to the first aspect; and a straw, a portion of which extends through the channel of the cup lid into the cup body of the straw cup.

[0015] In some embodiments, the cup lid includes a slot facing the cup body; the straw includes a positioning portion, and the positioning portion is formed with a second air inlet hole; when the straw is assembled to the cup lid, the positioning portion is located in the slot to fix the straw relative to the cup lid, and the second air inlet hole is connected to the first air inlet hole.

[0016] In a third aspect of the present disclosure, a straw cup is provided, comprising: a cup body; a cup cover according to the first aspect, the cup cover being detachably connected to the cup body; and a straw, a portion of the straw extending through the channel of the cup cover into the cup body.

[0017] In some embodiments, the cup lid includes a slot facing the cup body; the straw includes a positioning portion, and the positioning portion is formed with a second air inlet hole; when the straw is in place in the cup body, the positioning portion is located in the slot to fix the straw relative to the cup lid, and the second air inlet hole is connected to the first air inlet hole. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] The foregoing summary, as well as the following detailed description, will be better understood when considered in conjunction with the drawings, wherein like reference numerals refer to the same or similar elements throughout the various views in which they appear.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram illustrating a sippy cup according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing components of a cup cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing components of a cup cover according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0022] Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing components of a cup lid according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

[0023] Figure 5 A schematic diagram illustrating components of a cup lid assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The following describes embodiments of the present disclosure in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although certain embodiments of the present disclosure are shown in the accompanying drawings, it should be understood that the present disclosure can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the present disclosure. It should be understood that the drawings and embodiments of the present disclosure are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present disclosure.

[0025] In the description of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the term "including" and similar terms should be understood as open inclusion, that is, "including but not limited to". The term "based on" should be understood as "based at least in part on". The term "one embodiment" or "the embodiment" should be understood as "at least one embodiment". The term "some embodiments" should be understood as "at least some embodiments". Other explicit and implicit definitions may be included below. The terms "first", "second", etc. may refer to different or the same objects. Other explicit and implicit definitions may be included below.

[0026] As mentioned above, there is still a need for improvement in the structure and use of straw cups, which involves the sealing, operability, cleanability and other aspects of the straw cups.

[0027] Regarding sealing, some sippy cups may leak fluid from the mouthpiece or air return port when placed at an angle, such as in a backpack. Regarding operability, since young children, especially infants, need to be able to open and close the lid independently when using a sippy cup, the lid needs to have a simple and smooth operation. Regarding cleanliness, higher cleanliness requirements are generally imposed on drinking cups used by young children, especially infants, to avoid contamination of the utensils used by these users.

[0028] To meet the practical needs of the above aspects, the embodiments of the present disclosure provide a cup cover, a cup cover assembly and a straw cup.

[0029] Figure 1 The overall structure of an exemplary straw cup 100 is shown. The straw cup mainly includes a cup lid assembly 10, a cup body 30 and a straw 20. Generally speaking, the straw cup 100 has good sealing performance, easy operation and easy cleaning.

[0030] Figures 2 to 5 The main components of the straw cup 100 are shown in detail. Figure 2 1. The cup cover assembly 10 is shown as a component, namely, a cover body of a double cover structure, namely, a first cover body 11; Figure 3 1. The cup cover assembly 10 is shown as a component thereof, namely, the other cover in the double cover structure, namely, the second cover 12; Figure 4 Different from Figure 3 The second cover 12 is shown from the perspective of FIG; Figure 5 A straw 20 is shown.

[0031] In some embodiments, the straw 20 can be fixed to the first cover body 11 by passing through a channel 114 formed at the top of the first cover body 11, wherein the channel 114 is a channel for receiving the straw 20. It should be noted that in some embodiments, the straw 20 can refer to a nozzle alone, and the nozzle is used to install various types of adapter guide tubes. In some embodiments, the straw 20 can include a nozzle and an additional adapter guide tube, wherein the additional adapter guide tube can be installed on the port of the nozzle when in use. For users of different ages, the adapter guide tube can have different designs, for example, it can be a hose equipped with a gravity ball.

[0032] Figures 2 to 4 Specifically shown is a cup cover assembly 10 according to some embodiments. The cup cover assembly 10 may include a cup cover in a double-cover design, the cup cover including a first cover body 11 and a second cover body 12. In some embodiments, as Figure 2 As shown, the first cover 11 includes an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the upper portion can be, for example, a dome portion 111, and the lower portion can be, for example, a coupling portion 118 including a connection structure. The entire cup cover can be mounted to the cup body 30 by means of the coupling portion 118. The coupling portion 118 can, for example, include a threaded structure.

[0033] In some embodiments, the second cover 12 is slidably and detachably assembled to the first cover 11. This detachable installation allows for convenient and effective cleaning of the first and second covers 11, 12, and any of their components, and any gaps between them can be effectively cleaned in all directions.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, the second cover body 12 is connected to the first side of the first cover body 11, and the second cover body 12 can rotate relative to the first cover body 11 between a first position and a second position, wherein, when the second cover body 12 is in the first position, the second cover body 12 squeezes the straw 20 to block the straw 20, preventing the liquid in the cup body 30 from flowing out of the straw 20, and the sealing portion 121 of the second cover body 12 seals the first air inlet hole 112 of the first cover body 11, that is, when the second cover body 12 is in the first position, the cup cover is in a closed state; when the second cover body 12 is in the second position, the second cover body 12 is separated from the straw 20 to conduct the straw 20, and the sealing portion 121 of the second cover body 12 is separated from the first air inlet hole 112 of the first cover body 11 to conduct the first air inlet hole 112, that is, when the second cover body 12 is in the second position, the cup cover is in an open state. Based on the sliding relative movement, users, especially young children, can easily and smoothly rotate the second cover body 12 relative to the first cover body 11 by their own hands to make the cup cover be in the first position and the second position.

[0035] When using the straw cup, the user can easily rotate the second cover 12 relative to the first cover 11 to the second position ( Figure 1 In some embodiments, the second cover 12 may include a portion that facilitates the user to apply force, such as a protrusion formed on the top or side of the second cover 12, which may be Figure 3 The cover edge 129 shown in FIG.

[0036] exist Figure 1 In the second position shown, the straw 20 is exposed, allowing the user to hold it in their mouth to absorb the contents of the cup 30. In the first position, the second cover 12 squeezes the straw 20 to lock in the water and block the fluid passage of the straw. In the first position, the straw 20 is completely covered by the second cover 12.

[0037] In some embodiments, the first cover 11 includes a receiving portion 115 formed in the dome portion 111, and the channel 114 can be located in the area where the receiving portion 115 extends. When the cup lid is in the first position, the portion of the straw 20 outside the first cover 11 is embedded in the receiving portion 115 and is completely covered by the second cover 12.

[0038] In some embodiments, the cup cover may include a foolproof structure, such as a foolproof structure at the location where the first cover 11 is connected to the second cover 12. When the second cover 12 is assembled to the first cover 11, the foolproof structure ensures that the second cover 12 can be in a predetermined orientation (e.g. Figure 1 The cup cover is mounted on the first cover body 11 in the orientation shown in the figure, which improves the efficiency and accuracy of the cup cover assembly.

[0039] In some embodiments, the fool-proof structure includes two recesses formed oppositely in the lower area of the first cover body and two protrusions formed oppositely in the lower area of the second cover body; when the first cover body 11 is connected to the second cover body 12, each protrusion is received in a corresponding recess and serves as a pivot for rotating the second cover body 12 relative to the first cover body 11.

[0040] Recess 113 is formed in the lower region of first cover 11 (where the cover is connected). It is understood that another recess is formed in the lower region of first cover 11 (where the cover is connected) opposite recess 113. Two protrusions (i.e., first protrusion 122 and second protrusion 123) are formed in the lower region of second cover 12 (where the cover is connected). For example, first protrusion 122 and second protrusion 123 can have cylindrical structures with circular and elliptical cross-sections, respectively. Accordingly, recess 113 and the other recess have different cross-sections to match the cross-sections of first protrusion 122 and second protrusion 123.

[0041] When the first cover body 11 is connected to the second cover body 12, the first protrusion 122 and the second protrusion 123 are respectively received in the corresponding recesses, that is, the second protrusion 123 is received in the recess 113, and the first protrusion 122 is received in another recess (not shown), so that the second cover body 12 can be mounted on the first cover body 11 in a slidable and detachable manner, wherein the first protrusion 122 and the second protrusion 123 can be used as a pivot for rotating the second cover body 12 relative to the first cover body 11.

[0042] In some embodiments, the foolproof structure may also include other applicable forms, including all reasonable forms that currently exist and may appear in the future. For example, the structure formed at the connection between the first cover body 11 and the second cover body 12 may also adopt different extension orientations and / or depths, different shapes, different volumes, and other different structures. All reasonable structures that play a foolproof role are protected under the technical concepts proposed in this disclosure.

[0043] The dome portion 111 of the first cover 11 may define a first air inlet 112, spaced apart from a channel 114 for receiving the straw 20. The first air inlet 112 functions to achieve pressure balance, ensuring unimpeded liquid flow when the user drinks from the cup. When the user uses the straw cup 100, as the fluid flows out of the mouthpiece under the user's sucking action, air flows into the cup through the first air inlet 112, achieving pressure balance. Furthermore, when the second cover 12 transitions from the first position to the second position, the first air inlet 112 vents before the straw 20. If the air pressure inside the straw cup 100 is high, the air inside the cup 100 is first discharged through the first air inlet 112 to the exterior of the cup, achieving pressure balance inside and outside the cup. The straw 20 is then vented, preventing the liquid inside the cup 100 from being ejected through the straw 20 due to the pressure differential between the inside and outside of the cup 100.

[0044] When the straw cup 100 is not in use, that is, when the second cover 12 is in the first position, the first air inlet 112 can be sealed by the sealing structure. Figure 3 and Figure 4 A form of the sealing structure is shown: a sealing portion 121, which is formed on the inner surface of the second cover 12 at a position corresponding to the first air inlet 112. The sealing portion 121 can be made of a soft material, such as silicone.

[0045] When the second cover 12 is buckled onto the first cover 11 to close the cup cover (ie, the first position), the sealing portion 121 blocks the first air inlet 112 to prevent any fluid from flowing out of the first air inlet 112, thereby providing good sealing.

[0046] In addition, as mentioned above, when the second cover 12 is buckled onto the first cover 11 to close the cup lid (i.e., the first position), the straw 20 is squeezed by the second cover 12 and is in a water-locking state, which can block any form of fluid from flowing out of the straw 20 and provide good sealing. In order to prevent the second cover 12 from excessively shifting relative to the first cover 11, a limiting structure can be formed on the first cover 11 and the second cover 12. Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the coupling portion 118 of the first cover 11 may include a first stop and a second stop. In the manner shown in the figure, the first stop and the second stop may be formed by an abutment portion extending outward a certain distance from the dome portion 111, with a portion of the abutment portion being the second stop, or second position abutment portion 1181, and another portion of the abutment portion being the first stop, or first position abutment portion 1182. Correspondingly, the edge portion of the second cover 12 includes a first edge 126 and a second edge 127, which extend at a certain angle to form the arcuate profile of the second cover 12.

[0047] In the second position, the second edge 127 of the second cover 12 abuts against the second position abutting portion 1181 of the first cover 11 ; in the first position, the first edge 126 of the second cover 12 abuts against the first position abutting portion 1182 of the first cover 11 .

[0048] In some embodiments, the first cover 11 may include a first protrusion 116 and a second protrusion 1161 formed on the outer surface of the dome portion 111. Figure 2 As shown, the first protrusion 116 and the second protrusion 1161 are respectively provided on both sides of the first air inlet 112. Accordingly, a guide structure such as a first guide groove 128 and a second guide groove 1281 may be formed on the inner surface of the second cover 12. Figure 3 and Figure 4 When the second cover 12 is assembled to the first cover 11 , the first protrusion 116 is located in the first guide groove 128 , and the second protrusion 1161 is located in the second guide groove 1281 , thereby improving the controllability of the displacement of the second cover 12 relative to the first cover 11 .

[0049] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the second cover 12 may further include a stopper structure formed at both ends of each of the first guide groove 128 and the second guide groove 1281. For example, the stopper structure may include a third stopper and a fourth stopper formed at both ends of the first guide groove 128, wherein the third stopper may be the protrusion 124 shown in the figure, and the fourth stopper may be the protrusion 125 shown in the figure. The stopper structure may further include a fifth stopper and a sixth stopper formed at both ends of the second guide groove 1281, wherein the fifth stopper may be the protrusion 1241, and the sixth stopper may be the protrusion 1251.

[0050] These protrusions formed at both ends of the guide slot help prevent the second cover 12 from excessively shifting relative to the first cover 11. When the second cover 12 is in the second position, the first protrusion 116 on the first cover 11 abuts against a third stopper of the second cover 12, such as protrusion 124, and the second protrusion 1161 abuts against a fifth stopper of the second cover 12, such as protrusion 1241. When the second cover 12 is in the first position, the first protrusion 116 on the first cover 11 abuts against a fourth stopper of the second cover 12, such as protrusion 125, and the second protrusion 1161 abuts against a sixth stopper of the second cover 12, such as protrusion 1251.

[0051] Figure 5 A portion of the cup lid assembly 10 is shown: a straw 20. A portion of the straw 20 extends through the channel 114 of the cup lid into the cup body of the straw cup 100. As previously mentioned, the straw 20 can refer to the mouthpiece or a combination of the mouthpiece and an additional adaptor guide tube. If the straw 20 refers only to the mouthpiece, the end 23 of the straw can be used to connect to an adaptor guide tube, such as a flexible tube with a weighted ball.

[0052] See also Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 5 When the straw 20 is fixed on the first cover 11, when the second cover 12 is in the second position, the mouthpiece 21 of the straw is exposed; when the second cover 12 is in the first position, the mouthpiece 21 is squeezed into the accommodating portion 115 by the second cover 12.

[0053] In some embodiments, the straw 20 may be in the form of a straight tube, such as Figure 5 As shown. A straight-through tube helps increase the amount of fluid a user can suck, ensuring a smoother and larger volume of fluid from the cup body 30. In this type of straight-through tube, the mouthpiece 21 is straight and lacks any valve-like structure. Straight-through tube straw 20 may include a second air inlet 221 formed in the positioning portion 22 of the straw 20. Similar to the mouthpiece 21, the second air inlet 221 is straight and lacks any valve-like structure.

[0054] When the straw 20 is secured to the first cover 11, the positioning portion 22 can be received within a mounting base formed on the inner surface of the cover, extending toward the cup body 30. The mounting base can be in the form of a slot. When the straw 20 is assembled to the cup lid, the positioning portion 22 is located within the mounting base, securing the straw 20 relative to the cup lid. In this state, the second air inlet 221 communicates with the first air inlet 112 of the first cover 11, allowing pressure-balanced air to enter or exit the cup body 30 through the first air inlet 112 and the second air inlet 221, respectively.

[0055] In some embodiments, the straw cup 100 may include a handle 117 for the user to grasp. Figure 2 For example, the handle 117 may be formed on the first cover 11. Figure 2 As shown in FIG, the handle 117 can be integrally formed with the coupling portion 118 of the first cover body 11 .

[0056] The embodiments of the present disclosure have been discussed above and in the accompanying drawings with reference to various examples. However, the purpose of describing the embodiments of the present disclosure is to provide examples of the various features and concepts related to the technical concepts of the present disclosure, rather than to limit the scope of the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications within a reasonable range may be made to the above description without departing from the scope of the technical concepts and embodiments of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A cup cover, characterized in that: include: The first cover comprises a channel for receiving the straw and a first air inlet hole spaced apart from the channel; and a second cover body connected to a first side of the first cover body and capable of rotating relative to the first cover body between a first position and a second position, the second cover body comprising a sealing portion; Wherein, when the second cover is in the first position, the second cover squeezes the straw to block the straw, and the sealing portion of the second cover seals the first air inlet hole of the first cover; When the second cover is in the second position, the second cover is separated from the straw to open the straw, and the sealing portion of the second cover is separated from the first air inlet of the first cover.

2. The cup cover according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detachable connection between the first cover and the second cover includes a foolproof structure that allows the second cover to be connected to the first cover in a predetermined orientation at the location where the first cover is connected to the second cover.

3. The cup cover according to claim 2, characterized in that: The foolproof structure includes two concave portions formed oppositely in the lower region of the first cover body and two convex portions formed oppositely in the lower region of the second cover body; In a state where the first cover body is connected to the second cover body, each protrusion is received in a corresponding one of the recesses and serves as a pivot for rotating the second cover body relative to the first cover body.

4. The cup cover according to claim 3, characterized in that: One of the two protrusions is a column with a circular cross section, and the other protrusion is a column with an elliptical cross section.

5. The cup cover according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The sealing part is made of soft material.

6. The cup cover according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The first cover body includes a receiving portion, and the channel is located in the receiving portion; When the second cover is in the first position, the straw is embedded in the accommodating portion and is completely covered by the second cover.

7. The cup cover according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The first cover includes a first limit and a second limit, and the second cover includes a first edge and a second edge that are angled; When the second cover is in the first position, the first edge of the second cover abuts the first limit; when the second cover is in the second position, the second edge of the second cover abuts the second limit.

8. The cup cover according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The first cover body includes a first protrusion and a second protrusion located on both sides of the first air inlet hole, and the second cover body includes a first guide groove and a second guide groove; When the first cover body and the second cover body are connected, the first protrusion is received in the first guide groove, and the second protrusion is received in the second guide groove.

9. The cup cover according to claim 8, characterized in that: The first guide groove is provided with a third limit and a fourth limit at both ends, and the second guide groove is provided with a fifth limit and a sixth limit at both ends; When the second cover is located at the first position, the first protrusion abuts the third limit position, and the second protrusion abuts the fifth limit position; when the second cover is located at the second position, the first protrusion abuts the fourth limit position, and the second protrusion abuts the sixth limit position.

10. A cup lid assembly for a straw cup, characterized in that: include: The cup cover according to any one of claims 1 to 9; and A straw, a portion of which passes through the channel of the cup cover and extends into the cup body of the straw cup.

11. The cup cover assembly according to claim 10, characterized in that: The cup cover includes a card slot arranged facing the cup body; The straw includes a positioning portion, wherein the positioning portion is formed with a second air inlet hole; When the straw is assembled to the cup cover, the positioning portion is located in the slot to fix the straw relative to the cup cover, and the second air inlet is communicated with the first air inlet.

12. A straw cup, characterized in that: include: cup body; The cup cover according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the cup cover is detachably connected to the cup body; and A straw, a portion of which passes through the channel of the cup cover and extends into the cup body.

13. The straw cup according to claim 12, wherein: The cup cover includes a card slot arranged facing the cup body; The straw includes a positioning portion, wherein the positioning portion is formed with a second air inlet hole; When the straw is in place in the cup body, the positioning portion is located in the slot to fix the straw relative to the cup cover, and the second air inlet is communicated with the first air inlet.

Images