Collar for egg cups

Abstract

Cellulose-like leaf insert (1) characterized in that the leaf insert (1) has a hemispherical protrusion (2) around which a collar (3) extends to the leaf edge (4).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a paper insert (1) with a hemispherical protrusion (2) in the center of the insert and a collar (3) around the protrusion (2), extending to the edge (4) of the insert. The paper insert (1) is placed in an egg cup together with the boiled egg such that the hemispherical protrusion (2) receives the boiled egg and the paper insert (1) is inserted into the egg cup. After being positioned as intended, the collar (3) extends beyond the rim of the cup, thus sealing the gap between the eggshell and the inner rim and preventing egg from entering.

[0002] Currently, there are few known methods to protect an egg cup from leaking egg. Leaking egg, consisting of both yolk and white, as often occurs when eating a boiled breakfast egg, is particularly problematic when it runs down the outer shell and onto the inside of the cup. There, the egg dries quickly and adheres to the eggshell, making it difficult to remove the shell residue after eating and increasing the effort required to clean the egg cup.

[0003] While it is conceivable to repurpose a conventional paper napkin in an egg cup by stuffing it inside and then placing the boiled egg on top, the unsuitable dimensions of the napkin are a disadvantage. Due to its rectangular shape, it will have uneven folds along the protruding edge, and the egg will not fit comfortably and securely. Although it is possible to cut the napkin for this purpose, the effort involved would likely be undesirable. However, such a method is not known. Furthermore, no paper napkins specifically designed for this use are commercially available.

[0004] Patent application DE000000066278A discloses a device for protecting an egg cup from contamination caused by leaking eggs. However, according to the stated objective, the device is only intended to protect the outside of the egg cup, while the leaking liquid is contained within the egg cup. Therefore, there is a need for a product according to the invention.

[0005] The present invention aims to provide a product that protects the inside of an egg cup from leaking egg mass (yolk and white) when eating a boiled breakfast egg, and prevents shell residue from drying on the egg cup and thus soiling it. Furthermore, the invention aims to facilitate the removal of shell residue from the eaten breakfast egg from the egg cup and to prevent the liquid egg mass from dripping onto the outside of the egg cup.

[0006] According to the invention, this problem is solved by a sheet insert (1) according to claim 1 in which a hemispherical protrusion (2) is pre-formed, which is surrounded by a collar (3) which extends to the edge of the sheet (4).

[0007] Due to the use of a sheet insert (1) made of a cellulose material as specified in claim 1, the main advantage is that the sheet insert (1) is deformable. The sheet insert (1) is intended to be inserted into an egg cup, with the collar (3) extending beyond the rim of the cup.

[0008] The leaf insert (1) is positioned in the egg cup with the indentation (2) while the breakfast egg is placed inside. Depending on preference, the collar (3) can be raised or rest on the rim of the egg cup. In both cases, the collar (3) seals the gap between the inside of the egg cup and the outside of the breakfast egg, thus providing sufficient protection against the leaking egg mixture. This prevents the eggshell remaining in the egg cup from drying on the inside or sticking to it after eating. Furthermore, the remaining shell fragments can be more easily lifted out of the egg cup and disposed of using the leaf insert (1) and the collar (3).

[0009] The hemispherical indentation (2) also provides the user with an orientation aid for the use of the device according to the invention, since it is obvious to insert the shapes of the breakfast egg into the hemispherical indentation and together into the egg cup.

[0010] It is also possible to use the egg cup by placing the boiled egg in the indentation (2) and then inserting the leaf insert (1) into the egg cup. The collar (3) can also serve as a grip to make handling the warm egg easier. Furthermore, the leaf insert (1), which protrudes as a collar (3) inside the egg cup, protects the egg from cooling down when the collar (3) is placed over the egg.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the sheet insert (1) according to the invention is made of cellulose or a cellulose-like material that can be deformed. A cellulose material has the advantage that deformation remains stable under easily controllable conditions. This also makes it possible to form a hemispherical indentation (2) into the sheet insert (1). The indentation (2) is of sufficient dimensions to encompass the lower part of the breakfast. According to the invention, this area is still encompassed even if the indentation (2) provides a reserve for receiving shell fragments that accumulate when the breakfast egg is opened.

[0012] Outside the hemispherical indentation (2), the remaining surface of the leaf insert forms a collar (3). The collar surface is advantageously dimensioned to be wide enough to overlap the rim of the egg cup when the boiled egg is placed inside. However, a collar width (3) sufficient to completely seal the boiled egg is also advantageous.

[0013] Further features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the exemplary embodiments described below, by means of which the invention is to be explained in more detail by way of example, without limiting the invention to these.

[0014] In the described design, the paper insert (1) is made of paper with a round cut around the hemispherical indentation (2) located in the center. Thus, when used as intended, the edge of the paper (4) protruded from the egg cup with the same width.

[0015] Suitable cellulose-like materials for the sheet insert (1) include not only paper but also other types of paper, as well as plastic films, rubber-like films, textiles, or combinations of these materials. This also includes materials that have a heat-insulating effect.

[0016] The material can also be sufficiently stiff so that the inserted breakfast egg is held in the egg cup by the leaf insert (1) and the leaf insert (1) sits on the rim of the cup with the underside of the collar (3) and otherwise hangs freely in the egg cup.

[0017] In an advantageous embodiment according to claim 2, it is provided that the leaf insert (1) is shaped in a circular form.

[0018] As already described, the circle with the same radius has the advantage that the collar (3) extends over the rim of the cup with the same width. However, an oval or other circular shape for cutting the leaf edge (4) is also conceivable. With an oval shape, the advantage is that a wider collar (3) is available at two opposite points to lift the leaf insert (1) along with the remains of the eaten breakfast egg out of the cup.

[0019] Claim 3 claims for the collar (3) cutouts (5) which, in addition to decorative functions, are also advantageous to more easily adapt the flat sheet surface of the collar (3) to the egg shape.

[0020] Claim 4 of the invention claims protection against folds (6) that arise from the center of the hemispherical protrusion (2) during its formation. Two methods are generally available for producing the hemispherical protrusion (2) according to the invention. Either the liquid cellulose-like material is formed into such a shape, or the hemisphere is formed from a flat sheet by pressing. In the latter case, shortening in the surface results in folds (6) on the sheet insert (1), which can be distributed over the entire sheet insert (1).

[0021] According to claim 7, the folds (6) are to be used to enlarge, reduce or otherwise change the shape of the sheet insert (1) by unfolding and folding at the folds (6) in a predetermined manner.

[0022] According to claim 8, instead of the hemispherical protrusion (2), an equivalent solution is claimed, which can be seen in the fact that part of the protrusion (2) is replaced by a recess.

[0023] Claim 10 claims an addition to the hemispherical indentation (2) as an additional shape which offers the advantage of depositing shell residues in the indentation before the cooked breakfast egg is inserted. With the drawing Fig. Figure 1 shows the leaf insert (1) according to the invention in a perspective view. The hemispherical bulge (2) in the center is shown, along with the surrounding collar (3) and a circular leaf edge (4). The drawing Fig. Figure 2 shows the aforementioned components and folds (6) that arise during manufacturing through deformation. With the drawing Fig. 3. Cutouts (5) are shown in the collar (3), which allow for manufacturing-related deformation without folds (6). With the drawing Fig. 4 shows the leaf insert (1) as intended in an egg cup (8), with the breakfast egg (7) placed in the hemispherical indentation (2). Reference sign 1 sheet insert 2 bulges 3 collars 4. Leaf edge 5 cutouts 6 fold 7 breakfast eggs 8 egg cups QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] DE 000000066278A

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Claims

[1] Cellulose-like leaf lining (1) characterized by , that the leaf inlay (1) has a hemispherical protrusion (2) around which a collar (3) extends to the leaf edge (4). [2] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claim 1 characterized by , that the leaf insert (1) is circular in shape. [3] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claim 1-2 characterized by , that the collar (3) has cutouts (5). [4] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claims 1-3 characterized by , that the leaf insert (1) has folds (6) extending from the bulge (2). [5] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claims 1-4 characterized by , that the leaf insert (1) has radiating folds (6) in the area of ​​the collar (3) at the transition to the bulge (3). [6] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claims 1-5 characterized by, that the material of the sheet insert (1) is partially folded over itself within the indentation (2). [7] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claims 1-6 characterized by , that the leaf insert (1) can be folded out and in via the folds (6) in the collar (3) and the bulge (2). [8] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claims 1-7 characterized by , that the hemispherical protrusion (2) has an opening in its center. [9] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claims 1-8 characterized by , that the hemispherical protrusion (2) resembles a shape other than a hemisphere. [10] Cellulose-like sheet insert (1) according to claims 1-9 characterized by , that the hemispherical protrusion (2) provides for additional shaping.

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