beverage container

Abstract

Beverage container with a receiving vessel (10) having at least two liquid-tight separated chambers (1) and (2) for receiving and dispensing the same or different liquids, characterized in that the receiving vessel (10) has a coupling device (4) which connects the two chambers (1) and (2) to each other in the head part in a liquid-tight manner and comprises at least two rotatable components (9), which includes at least one flow channel (5) between the chambers (1) and (2) for dispensing and mixing the contained liquids.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a beverage container with at least two liquid-tight separated chambers for the separate intake and dispensing of different liquids and beverages.

[0002] Beverage bottles or containers, especially for carrying and transporting different liquids in the same container, are known in various designs.

[0003] Most standard drinking bottles have various closure mechanisms for leak-proof transport and dispensing of drinks, such as leak-proof sports bottles that can be attached to bicycles or backpacks.

[0004] In certain cases, however, it is desirable to store different beverages or their individual components separately and securely in a space-saving container. This allows different drinks to be contained in one bottle and enjoyed individually or mixed.

[0005] For example, a vitamin or flavor concentrate could be placed in one compartment of a container and mineral water in another. Both components of the beverage can then be mixed and consumed according to taste.

[0006] For this purpose, various proposals have already been made to create a beverage or liquid container which has at least two chambers for storing different liquids.

[0007] German utility model DE 298 17 935 U1 describes a double-chamber container for beverages, which has two chambers for different types of beverages. The chambers are nested within each other and arranged one above the other in a common outer shell, allowing different beverages to be stored in each chamber.

[0008] By using a straw that pierces each chamber sequentially, different beverages can be consumed. By piercing both the outer casing and one chamber, the beverages from both chambers can be mixed.

[0009] However, selecting and mixing the beverage in this well-known double-chamber container could be difficult. Refilling is also not possible, and the use of a straw is always necessary.

[0010] Therefore, the object of the present invention is to eliminate the disadvantages of the prior art and to propose a solution that enables the multiple use of a two-chamber beverage container and ensures the safe mixing of the beverages. Furthermore, additional external aids, such as drinking straws, should not be necessary.

[0011] This task is solved by the characteristics of the characterizing part of the first claim in conjunction with the preamble.

[0012] Further advantageous embodiments of the invention are specified in the dependent claims.

[0013] The invention therefore relates to a beverage container with at least two liquid-tight separated chambers, wherein an activation device is provided by which the liquids are mixed together only when required.

[0014] The beverage container according to the invention has a dispensing device with a closure, which is functionally designed so that the liquids are only combined when dispensed.

[0015] According to the invention, a beverage container is provided with a receiving vessel having at least two liquid-tightly separated chambers for receiving and dispensing the same or different liquids or beverages, which has a coupling device in the head part of the beverage container.

[0016] The coupling device connects the two chambers in the head of the container in a liquid-tight manner and has at least one rotatable component, which includes at least one flow channel between the chambers for dispensing and mixing the contained liquids.

[0017] The coupling device and the rotatable components with the flow channel leading to the two chambers form an activation device which, by means of a relative rotational movement to each other, opens or closes the two chambers or one of the two chambers of the beverage container for the removal of beverages.

[0018] According to the invention, the rotatable components within the coupling device open and close one or more channel sections of the flow channel. These are provided as partial channels formed in separate components, which can be brought into an aligned position by a relative movement of the components and thereby form a continuous flow path.

[0019] The invention will now be demonstrated using an exemplary embodiment and the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 to Fig. 4 will be explained in more detail.

[0020] They show: Fig. Figure 1 shows the beverage container in a non-activated or closed starting position. Fig. Figure 2 shows a vertical section through the container before activation. Fig. Figure 3 shows the activation by a relative rotational movement of the coupling device 4. Fig. Figure 4 shows the beverage container in the activated state.

[0021] The invention relates to a beverage container with at least two liquid-tight separated chambers, wherein an activation device is provided by which the liquids are mixed together only when required.

[0022] In Fig. Figure 1 shows a beverage container according to the invention in its closed state. No beverages can be removed in this transport position.

[0023] The one in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 to Fig. The beverage container shown in Figure 4, with two separate chambers 1 and 2, can also include more than two separate chambers for holding different liquids.

[0024] It has a dispensing device 4, 5, 7, 9 with a closure which, according to the invention, is designed such that the contained liquids are only brought together and mixed when removed by a corresponding position of the rotatable components 9.

[0025] The beverage container, which is shown in the figures by way of example with two separate chambers 1 and 2, comprises a common outer vessel body 10.

[0026] The two chambers 1 and 2 are separated from each other by a liquid-tight partition 3 or a comparable separation device and are designed to each hold a separate liquid.

[0027] The partition 3 prevents the liquids from mixing during storage and transport.

[0028] In the area of ​​the coupling device 4, at least one flow channel 5 is provided, which is interrupted in the initial position shown, so that no fluid exchange between the chambers can take place.

[0029] The flow channel arranged within the coupling device 4 is subdivided into several channel sections ( Fig. 1 and Fig. 2) These are provided as partial channels formed in separate components 9, which can be brought into an aligned position by a relative movement of the components 9 and thereby form a continuous flow path.

[0030] The relative rotational movement of the components 9 brings flow openings or channel sections 8 into a congruent position, so that the previously interrupted flow channel 5 can be brought into a flow position.

[0031] A seal 6 ensures liquid-tight separation in the resting state.

[0032] The mixed liquids can be dispensed via outlet 7. By rotating, tilting, and / or shaking the beverage container, simultaneous or coordinated dispensing of the liquids from both chambers 1 and 2 is possible.

[0033] The vessel body 10 of the two-chamber beverage vessel can be made of glass, such as borosilicate glass or soda-lime glass, or can be lined with a glass outer body and an internal plastic inlay system.

[0034] Both the output device 4, 5, 7, 9, and the two-chamber system are visually recognizable and perceptible from the outside.

[0035] In a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the rotary movement additionally causes an axial displacement of at least one component 9, whereby a separating element, in particular a membrane, a predetermined breaking bridge or a valve element, is opened or pierced.

[0036] This allows for a controlled and time-defined mixing of the liquids located in the separate chambers.

[0037] Out of Fig. 2 offset channel sections 8 of the flow channel 5 are recognizable.

[0038] However, the invention also includes the use of a closed membrane or a separating bridge in the channel area and the seal 6 instead of a flow channel 5.

[0039] The coupling device 4 connects the two chambers 1 and 2 and contains the rotatable components 9, which open and close a flow channel 5.

[0040] The channel sections 8 are not aligned in the starting or closed position.

[0041] This prevents the flow between the first chamber 1 and the second chamber 2 to the outlet 7.

[0042] The sealing is achieved via the seal 6 as well as via the non-overlapping arrangement of the channel openings in chambers 1 and 2, and the coupling device 4.

[0043] The upper component, designated as rotatable component 9 of the coupling device 4, is rotated relative to the lower container part above chambers 1 and 2, as indicated by the arrow in Fig. 3 shown.

[0044] This relative rotation brings the previously offset channel sections 8 of the flow channel 5 into an aligned position. Optionally, the rotational movement can also generate an axial force component, which opens a membrane or pierces a web.

[0045] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the channel sections 8 of the flow channel 5 are now aligned, so that a continuous flow between the first chamber 1 and the second chamber 2 is enabled.

[0046] Optionally, in a further embodiment of the invention, a previously closed separating element is opened by an additional axial movement, for example by pressure.

[0047] After activation, the liquids in the chambers can be mixed together.

[0048] Optionally, the rotary movement is coupled with an axial movement, which opens a separating element.

[0049] In a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the beverage container has a two-channel outlet with simultaneous dispensing of both liquids or a mixing chamber in the closure area.

[0050] The two liquids are only combined when pouring.

[0051] The present invention provides a simple way to remove liquids or beverages stored separately in two or more chambers of a beverage container, either individually or mixed, by means of the described rotary and combination closure of the coupling device 4 in conjunction with the rotatable components 9.

[0052] For this purpose, the interrupted flow channel 5, which is in the initial position, is released exclusively by a mechanical relative rotary movement, the release is achieved in a simple manner by aligning previously offset channel sections of the flow channel 5.

[0053] According to the invention, the liquid stored in the separate chambers 1 and 2 can be dispensed simultaneously or sequentially.

[0054] The liquids only mix outside of chambers 1 and 2 or directly in the outlet area.

[0055] Therefore, mixing of the separate liquids within chambers 1 and 2 is impossible.

[0056] The beverage container ensures the preservation of freshness, taste and the properties of the individual liquids until they are used.

[0057] This allows for the flexible combination of different liquids without pre-mixing, enabling simple and intuitive handling for the user.

[0058] The described beverage container is designed according to the invention as a visually and functionally distinguishable multi-chamber vessel. Reference sign 1. First chamber for liquids 2. Second chamber for liquids 3. Partition wall between 1 and 2 4 Coupling device 5 Flow channel 6 Seal 7 Outlet 8 canal sections of 5 9 rotatable components with partial channels 8 10 Receiving vessel with chambers 1 and 2 and seal 6 (outer vessel body) 11 Activation device 4, 9 12. Direction of rotation from 9 for activation, to open the beverage container 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 298 17 935 U1

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Claims

Beverage container with a receiving vessel (10) having at least two liquid-tight separated chambers (1) and (2) for receiving and dispensing the same or different liquids, characterized in that the receiving vessel (10) has a coupling device (4) which connects the two chambers (1) and (2) to each other in the head part in a liquid-tight manner and comprises at least two rotatable components (9), which includes at least one flow channel (5) between the chambers (1) and (2) for dispensing and mixing the contained liquids. Beverage container according to claim 1, characterized in that the coupling device (4) and the rotatable components (9) form an activation device (11) which can be closed and opened by a relative rotational movement of rotatable components (9) of the openings of the integrated flow channel (5) to the at least two chambers (1) and (2), wherein various flow openings and channel sections between the chambers (1) and (2) and the components (9) can be arranged in congruent positions. Beverage container according to claim 2, characterized in that at least two rotatable components (9) are arranged to be axially displaceable, which enables the axial displacement of at least one of the components (9) by a rotational movement. Beverage container according to claim 3, characterized in that a separating element is arranged between the components (9), which is designed in such a way that it allows an opening between the chambers (1) and (2) and the coupling device (4) by axial displacement. Beverage container according to claim 4, characterized in that the separating element is designed as a membrane, a predetermined breaking point or a valve element. Beverage container according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the coupling device (4) is designed as a bayonet fitting, locking mechanism or threaded connection. Beverage container according to claim 6, characterized in that a visually recognizable activation state is provided, which is formed by a suitably appropriate marking, detent position or viewing opening on the assemblies (4), (5) or (10). Beverage container according to any of the preceding claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the at least two chambers (1) or (2) have different volumes for holding liquids.

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