Storage containers

Abstract

To prevent interference between the handle and other components. [Solution] The container body 1 is a cylindrical shape with a bottom and has an annular first opening 11 and a screw-on portion 12 provided near the first opening 11, and a PET bottle 50 is stored inside. The lid 2 is cylindrical and has a screw-on portion 26 that screws into the screw-on portion 12, an annular second opening 22a which is smaller in diameter than the first opening 11 and communicates with the first opening 11 when the screw-on portion 26 is screwed into the screw-on portion 12, and in which a part of the PET bottle 50 is located, and an annular handle portion 24 which rotates in a direction toward and away from the second opening 22a about a rotation axis X1 provided near the end of the lid portion 2, and surrounds the second opening 22a in a plan view and forms a part of the lid.

Description

Technical Field

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[0001] The present invention relates to a storage container.

Background Art

[0002] There is known a storage container for a beverage container that prevents the beverage container from colliding with the opening of the storage container and making a rattling sound when carried. For example, a storage container for a beverage container having a bottomed cylindrical storage container body and a lid member that can be detachably screwed onto the upper part of the storage container body and capable of storing a beverage container having a funnel-shaped shoulder at the upper part, wherein the lid member is provided with an opening at the upper end through which a middle portion of the shoulder of the beverage container can be inserted, and the upper part from the middle portion of the shoulder of the beverage container protrudes outside from the opening, and a ring-shaped elastic member that abuts against the outer circumference of the middle portion of the shoulder of the beverage container is provided on the inner peripheral side of the opening.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] For example, when the storage container is stored in the side pocket of a backpack, the handle may protrude or interfere with other members. On one side, the present invention aims to suppress interference between the handle and other members.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] To achieve the above objective, a storage container is provided. This storage container has a bottomed cylindrical body having an annular first opening and a screw-on portion provided near the first opening, and a beverage container is stored inside; a cylindrical lid portion having a screw-on portion that screws into the screw-on portion, an annular second opening which is smaller in diameter than the first opening and communicates with the first opening when the screw-on portion is screwed into the screw-on portion, and in which a part of the beverage container is located; and an annular handle portion that rotates in a direction toward and away from the second opening about an axis provided near the end of the lid portion, and surrounds the second opening in a plan view and forms part of the lid. [Effects of the Invention]

[0006] In one embodiment, interference between the handle and other components can be suppressed. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0007] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view showing a storage container according to the embodiment. [Figure 2] This is an exploded perspective view showing the storage container of the embodiment. [Figure 3] This is a perspective view showing a storage container according to the embodiment. [Figure 4] This is a perspective view illustrating an example of how to use the storage container according to the embodiment. [Figure 5] This is a plan view showing a storage container according to the embodiment. [Figure 6] This is a cross-sectional view along line AA in Figure 5. [Figure 7] This is a cross-sectional view along line AA in Figure 5 when a PET bottle is stored inside. [Figure 8] This is a diagram illustrating the operation of the handle. [Figure 9] This is a diagram illustrating the shape of the handle. [Figure 10] This diagram illustrates the range of motion of the handle. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0008] The storage container of this embodiment will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings.

[0009] The positions, sizes, shapes, and ranges of the components shown in the following drawings may not represent their actual positions, sizes, shapes, and ranges in order to facilitate understanding of the invention. Therefore, the present invention is not necessarily limited to the positions, sizes, shapes, and ranges disclosed in the drawings. In the embodiments, elements expressed in the singular form shall include the plural form unless otherwise clearly indicated in the text. <Embodiment>

[0010] Figures 1 and 3 are perspective views showing the storage container of the embodiment. Figure 2 is an exploded perspective view showing the storage container of the embodiment. Figure 4 is a perspective view illustrating an example of use of the storage container of the embodiment.

[0011] As shown in Figure 2, the storage container 100 of this embodiment has a container body 1 having an annular first opening 11 and a lid portion 2. A screw-on portion 12 is positioned near the first opening 11. The container body 1 is, for example, a cylindrical shape with a bottom and has a vacuum double-wall structure that provides insulation. Examples of materials used to make up the container body 1 include stainless steel. As shown in Figure 4, the container body 1 can store PET bottles, glass bottles, etc. In this embodiment, we will describe it as a container for storing PET bottles 50.

[0012] As shown in Figure 3, the lid portion 2 has a main body portion (first portion) 21 and a protruding portion (second portion) 22. Examples of materials used to make up the lid portion 2 include resin. The main body 21 is roughly cylindrical in shape.

[0013] The protruding portion 22 is cylindrical and protrudes above the main body portion 21 in Figure 2. A second opening 22a is provided in the central part of this protruding portion 22. The second opening 22a is an annular shape with a smaller diameter than the first opening 11.

[0014] The second opening 22a covers the first opening 11. Around the second opening 22a, an abutting portion 22b against which a part of the PET bottle 50 abuts is attached. In FIG. 4, the tapered portion (shoulder portion) of the PET bottle 50 abuts against the abutting portion 22b. The abutting portion 22b is an annular elastic member. The elastic member is not particularly limited, and examples thereof include rubber, synthetic rubber, soft plastic resin, and the like.

[0015] As shown in FIG. 3, in the present embodiment, a tapered portion 23 is formed between the main body portion 21 and the protruding portion 22. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the tapered portion 23 may not be provided. Further, although the shape of the tapered portion 23 in the present embodiment is curved, it may be linear. Further, the lid portion 2 has a handle portion 24 and a shaft portion 25.

[0016] As shown in FIG. 3, the handle portion 24 has an annular shape and can be gripped by a user or attached to a hook (not shown). Examples of the constituent material of the handle portion 24 include metal, resin, and the like. The handle portion 24 is attached to the shaft portion 25 via a rotation axis X1.

[0017] The shaft portion 25 is disposed at the upper end portion of the main body portion 21 in FIG. 3. In the present embodiment, a part of the shaft portion 25 is integrally formed with the lid portion �. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the shaft portion 25 may be a separate member from the lid portion 2.

[0018] The handle portion 24 is rotatable clockwise (in a direction away from the second opening 22a) or counterclockwise (in a direction approaching the second opening 22a) about the rotation axis X1. The handle portion 24 has a curved portion 24a and surrounds the second opening 22a in a plan view to form a part of the lid portion 2. The arc length of the curved portion 24a is not particularly limited, but is, for example, 15 mm to 20 mm. By setting it to be approximately the same length as the length of the second joint of the index finger or middle finger, it becomes easier to grip.

[0019] As shown in Figure 3, a notch 21b is provided at the outer peripheral end 21a of the lid 2 opposite the shaft 25, so that the user can easily grip the handle 24 when rotating it. Figure 5 is a plan view showing the storage container of the embodiment. Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in Figure 5.

[0020] The inner diameter R1 of the handle portion 24 shown in Figure 5 is not particularly limited, but is for example 66 to 70 mm. The outer diameter R2 of the handle portion 24 is not particularly limited, but is for example 88 to 90 mm. By making the inner diameter R1 of the handle portion 24 as large as possible, it is possible to accommodate taller PET bottles, as will be described later. As shown in Figure 6, the inner side of the main body 21 is provided with a threaded portion 26 that screws into the threaded portion 12.

[0021] Incidentally, when the curved portion 24a surrounds the second opening 22a, one end of the curved portion 24a abuts against the outer peripheral edge 21a of the main body portion 21. The other end of the curved portion 24a abuts against the outer peripheral edge 22c of the protruding portion 22. The continuous arrangement of the protruding portion 22, the curved portion 24a, and the main body portion 21 gives the upper edge of the lid portion 2 a gently curved shape. This gives consumers a neat and tidy appearance.

[0022] Furthermore, the handle portion 24 is in the shape of a thin plate. Therefore, when the curved portion 24a surrounds the second opening 22a, a cavity is formed surrounded by the handle portion 24, the side portion 22d of the protruding portion 22, and the surface 21c of the main body portion 21.

[0023] Furthermore, the rotating shaft X1 is positioned slightly outside the extension line of the outer peripheral end 21a of the main body 21. The extension line L1 is shown in Figure 6. In addition, it is preferable that the highest point of the shaft 25 in a side view is at the same level as or lower than the position of the top 22e of the protruding portion 22. The extension line L2 of the top 22e is shown in Figure 6. This allows for miniaturization and improved storage. It also gives consumers a clean and neat appearance. Figure 7 illustrates the range of motion of the handle.

[0024] By positioning the rotation axis X1 slightly outside the extension line of the outer peripheral end 21a of the main body 21, a part of the handle 24 (contact portion 24c) comes into contact with the outer peripheral end 21a when the handle 24 rotates. Furthermore, by positioning the rotation axis X1 on the extension line of the outer peripheral end 21a of the main body 21, or slightly outside the extension line, the distance L3 between the handle 24 and the outer peripheral end 21a when a part of the handle 24 (contact portion 24c) comes into contact with the outer peripheral end 21a can be reduced compared to when the rotation axis X1 is positioned inside the extension line of the outer peripheral end 21a of the main body 21. Therefore, even if a force is applied that causes the handle portion 24 to move clockwise from a state where a part of the handle portion 24 (the contact portion 24c) is in contact with the outer peripheral end 21a, the force applied to the shaft portion 25 and the rotating shaft X1 can be reduced compared to when the rotating shaft X1 is positioned inward from the extension line of the outer peripheral end 21a of the main body portion 21. As a result, damage to the shaft portion 25 and the rotating shaft X1 can be suppressed. Damage to the handle portion 24 can also be suppressed. Next, we will explain an example of how to use storage container 100.

[0025] The user places the PET bottle 50 into the container body 1 and attaches the lid 2. When attaching, the lid 2 is rotated relative to the container body 1, causing the threaded portion 26 to screw into the threaded portion 12. Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view along line AA in Figure 5 when a PET bottle is stored inside.

[0026] By rotating the lid 2 relative to the container body 1 to a certain extent, the shoulder portion 51 of the PET bottle 50 comes into contact with the contact portion 22b. As a result, most of the PET bottle 50 is contained within the container body 1, improving its ability to retain heat and cold. Furthermore, when the lid 2 is attached to the container body 1, the contact portion 22b, which is provided around the second opening 22a, comes into contact with a point midway along the shoulder portion 51 of the PET bottle 50. Therefore, even if the storage container 100 is shaken, the rattling of the PET bottle 50 relative to the storage container 100 is suppressed. The contact portion 22b is also made of an elastic material. Therefore, when the user opens and closes the lid of the PET bottle 50 (when rotated), the friction between the contact portion 22b and the shoulder portion of the PET bottle 50 prevents the PET bottle 50 from spinning freely, making it easy to open and close the lid of the PET bottle 50.

[0027] Furthermore, when storing a PET bottle with a different shoulder portion 51 shape or height from the PET bottle 50, the screw-on attachment position of the lid to the container body 1 may change. Even in such cases, the contact portion 22b contacts the outer circumference of a section of the shoulder portion, suppressing rattling of the PET bottle in relation to the storage container 100, similar to the PET bottle 50. Also, as mentioned above, the lid of the PET bottle 50 is easy to open and close. Figure 9 is a diagram illustrating the operation of the handle.

[0028] By rotating the handle portion 24 clockwise around the rotation axis X1, the handle portion 24 passes over the top 52 of the PET bottle 50, and the user can carry the storage container 1 by gripping, for example, the surface 24b. In another example, the storage container 100 can be suspended by hanging the surface 24b on a hook or the like. Figure 10 is a diagram illustrating the shape of the handle.

[0029] The PET bottle 60 shown in Figure 10 is taller than the PET bottle 50. In this embodiment, the lid 2 has a handle portion 24 formed from a thin plate, and the inner diameter R1 of the handle portion 24 is made as large as possible. Therefore, when the handle portion 24 is rotated clockwise around the rotation axis X1, it does not interfere with the top portion 61 of the taller PET bottle 60, and the handle portion 24 can be rotated to the right side of the paper.

[0030] As described above, the storage container 100 of the embodiment has a container body 1 which is cylindrical with a bottom and has an annular first opening 11 and a threaded portion 12 provided near the first opening 11, and a PET bottle 50 is stored inside; a cylindrical lid 2 which has a threaded portion 26 that screws into the threaded portion 12, an annular second opening 22a which is smaller in diameter than the first opening 11 and communicates with the first opening 11 when the threaded portion 26 is screwed into the threaded portion 12, and in which a part of the PET bottle 50 is located; and an annular handle portion 24 which rotates in a direction toward and away from the second opening 22a about a rotation axis X1 provided near the end of the lid portion 2, and surrounds the second opening 22a in a plan view and forms a part of the lid. Since the handle portion 24 forms a part of the lid, interference with other members of the handle can be suppressed.

[0031] Furthermore, when the handle portion 24 surrounds the protruding portion 22, the end of the handle portion 24 abuts against the outer peripheral end portion 21a, and the protruding portion 22, the curved portion 24a, and the main body portion 21 are arranged in a continuous manner, resulting in a gently curved shape at the top edge of the lid portion 2. This gives consumers a neat and tidy appearance.

[0032] Furthermore, by positioning the rotating shaft X1 slightly outside the extension line of the outer peripheral end 21a of the main body 21, damage to the shaft portion 25 and the rotating shaft X1 can be suppressed. Damage to the handle portion 24 can also be suppressed.

[0033] Furthermore, the highest point of the shaft portion 25 in a side view is set to be at the same level as, or lower than, the top 22e of the protruding portion 22. This allows for miniaturization and improved storage. It also gives consumers a clean and streamlined appearance.

[0034] Although the storage container of the present invention has been described above based on the illustrated embodiment, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the configuration of each part can be replaced with any configuration having a similar function. Furthermore, other arbitrary components or processes may be added to the present invention. Furthermore, the present invention may be a combination of any two or more configurations (features) from the embodiments described above. [Explanation of symbols]

[0035] 1. Container body 11 First opening 12 Threaded part 2 Lid 21 Main body (first part) 21a Outer edge 21b Notch 21c side 22. Protruding part (second part) 22a Second opening 22b Contact part 22c Outer edge 22d Side 22e top 23 Tapered section 24 Handle section 24a Curved section 24b side 24c Contact part 25 Shaft section 26 Threaded section 3 50, 60 PET bottles 51 Shoulder 52, 61 top 100 storage containers

Claims

1. A container body having a bottomed cylindrical shape, an annular first opening, and a screw-on portion provided near the first opening, and having a beverage container housed inside, A cylindrical lid comprising: a threaded portion that screws into the threaded portion; an annular second opening smaller in diameter than the first opening and in communication with the first opening when the threaded portion is screwed into the threaded portion, in which a part of the beverage container is located; and an annular handle portion that rotates in a direction toward and away from the second opening about an axis provided near the end of the lid, and surrounds the second opening in a plan view, forming a part of the lid; A storage container characterized by having the following features.

2. The storage container according to claim 1, wherein the second opening is located in a second portion that protrudes from the first portion where the screwed portion is located and has a smaller radius than the first portion, and when the handle portion surrounds the second portion, the outer end of the handle portion abuts against the outer peripheral end of the first portion, and the second portion, the handle portion, and the first portion are arranged in a continuous manner.

3. The storage container according to claim 2, wherein when the handle surrounds the second portion, the inner end of the handle abuts against the outer peripheral end of the second portion.

4. The storage container according to claim 2, wherein the handle portion is in the shape of a thin plate.

5. The storage container according to claim 2, wherein the shaft is positioned on or slightly outside the extension line of the outer peripheral end of the first part, and when the handle rotates, a part of the handle contacts the outer peripheral part of the first part.

6. The storage container according to claim 2, wherein, in a side view, the highest position of the member surrounding the axis is the same as or lower than the position of the top of the second portion.

7. The storage container according to claim 1, wherein the second opening is provided with an engaging portion for engaging with the shoulder of a bottle or PET bottle.

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