Holder for the detachable, vibration- and twist-resistant fixing of a dosing spoon in a container

Abstract

A dosing spoon storage system for a container (50), characterized in that the combination comprises: a) a holder (10) designed as a separate insert part and which can be inserted into the opening of the container (50) by positive locking or overlapping, wherein the holder (10) has a front receiving and guiding means (11) and two separate, rear, elastically spring-loaded locking means (12a, 12b); and b) a measuring spoon (30) which provides a front engagement area (31) for receiving by the guide means (11) and two spaced-apart contour surfaces (32a, 32b) on its handle for receiving the locking means (12a, 12b) of the holder; wherein the secure locking of the measuring spoon (30) in the holder (10) is achieved only by the combination of the initial, guided insertion of the front engagement area (31) into the front guide means (11) and the subsequent, defined engagement of the elastically spring-loaded locking means (12a, 12b) into the contour surfaces (32a, 32b) of the measuring spoon handle.

Description

1. Description of the invention

[0001] This part of the application serves for technical disclosure and explanation of the drawings. 1.1 Detailed description of the preferred embodiment

[0002] The invention relates to a dosing spoon storage device, primarily for use in packaging for powdered or granulated goods, wherein the holder (10) is inserted as a separate insert below a lid into the upper opening of the container (50) and fixed there by positive locking or overlapping. The measuring spoon (30) is a suitable, commercially available measuring aid. 1.1.1 Description of the mounting structure (10)

[0003] The holder (10) is designed as a separate insert and is inserted into the upper opening of the container (50), where it is held against the container wall by positive locking or frictional engagement. It defines a receiving cavity that has a front and a rear receiving area. a) Front receiving and guiding element (11): On the front of the holder is a C-shaped recess or groove, which is precisely dimensioned to receive a front projection (31) of the measuring spoon (30). This element serves for initial centering and to prevent lateral movement. b) Rear locking means (12a, 12b): At the rear end of the holder, two separate, preferably dome- or cup-shaped, elastically resilient projections (locking means) are arranged. These elastic locking means are precisely dimensioned to engage with defined contour sections (32a, 32b) of the spoon handle. The holder (10) is elastically deformed to ensure a defined holding force and a positive fit. 1.1.2 Precise description of the measuring spoon element (30)

[0004] The measuring spoon (30) is designed as a commercially available measuring aid and comprises a handle and a measuring cup (33). The fixation by the holder (10) utilizes the standard geometry of the spoon handle: a) Front engagement area (31): The front end of the handle has a standard contour or projection structured to receive and be stored in the front receiving and guiding means (11) of the holder. b) Rear contour surfaces (32a, 32b): The underside of the handle in the rear area has two separate, spaced-apart contour surfaces or projections (counterparts) which serve as contact points for the locking means (12a, 12b) of the holder, without themselves having to be actively spring-loaded components. 1.1.3 Material specification

[0005] It is essential that the material from which the holder (10) is made possesses the necessary resilience and a sufficient modulus of elasticity. This material property is required to ensure the function of the locking elements (12a, 12b), enabling repeated, non-destructive deformation during locking and unlocking without permanent fatigue or breakage. This requirement for material durability is an integral part of the system's functional reliability. figure Opinion Content shown and reference symbols Figure 1 Perspective view / Top view Overall arrangement in the resting state: Illustration of the measuring bucket (30) in the fully locked, vibration-proof resting position, held by the bucket holder shaft (10). The front locking mechanism (11) and the rear locking bosses (12a, 12b) are visible in the end position. Figure 2 Section view Locked final state (section): A vertical section along the longitudinal axis of the spoon (30) in the fixed position. This figure shows the positive engagement of the suspension section (11) with the suspension projection (31) and the engagement of the locking means (12a, 12b) with the corresponding locking cams (32a, 32b) on the measuring spoon handle (30). Figure 3 Detailed view A (mounting point) Enlarged view of the front engagement: A detailed view (preferably as a section) showing the attachment section (11) of the holder and the attachment projection (31) of the spoon handle. This figure demonstrates the function of the passive bearing as a pivot point. Figure 4 Cinematic view of the ratchet movement Perspective view of the locking and unlocking movement: An enlarged, uncropped view showing the bucket (30) and the holder shaft (10) precisely at the dynamic moment of overcoming the locking boss. Arrows are intended to visualize only the direction of movement (translation and / or rotation) of the bucket to demonstrate the locking and unlocking process. Figure 5 Isometric view Individual component bucket holder shaft: Representation of the empty bucket holder shaft (10) as a separate unit to clearly reveal the spatial arrangement and contour of the suspension section (11) and the two locking means (12a, 12b) without the measuring bucket and the container.

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