Compact container

Abstract

This invention relates to a compact container. [Solution] The compact container 1 of this embodiment is characterized by comprising: a main body portion 10 having a storage compartment inside; contents 20 to be stored in the storage compartment of the main body portion; a lid portion 30 that is attached to the main body portion so as to be openable and closable and covers the surface side of the contents portion; a badge storage portion 40 formed on the inside of the lid portion for storing a badge; a badge support portion 50 attached to the inside of the lid portion for supporting the badge; a pin storage portion 60 formed in the badge support portion for storing the pin of the badge; and a transparent portion 70 arranged in all or part of the badge storage portion and formed to be transparent or semi-transparent so as to transmit light. The compact container 1 can store a badge.

Description

Technical Field

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[0001] The present invention relates to a compact container. More specifically, the present invention relates to a compact container for storing badges.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, many metal can badges designed with favorite characters, famous people, or favorite marks can be seen. Badge collectors tend to collect can badges designed with favorite characters or entertainers, and sometimes carry them in a dedicated case to avoid damage when going out. However, the types of cases for storing can badges are limited, and currently, there are few fashionable ones that can store favorite can badges. On the other hand, compact containers with built-in mirrors and cosmetics are convenient to carry, so many people use them for touch-ups and grooming when going out. The designs of compact containers are diverse, and many people want to carry their favorite designs according to their mood and destination on a given day. To meet such needs, various compact containers have been proposed, and the conventional technology will be described based on patent documents.

[0003] Patent Document 1 provides a technology for a compact mirror with a beautiful appearance and high commercial value, in which a decorative body appears through a lid made of a transparent plastic plate. However, the compact mirror of Patent Document 1 has a problem that a dedicated decorative body needs to be prepared and the design options are limited. <00000​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ The present invention is based on this social and technological background and aims to achieve the following objectives. The compact container 1 of the present invention can accommodate a badge. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] To achieve the above objective, the present invention employs the following means. (1) The compact container according to claim 1 is characterized by comprising: a main body (10) having a storage compartment inside; contents (20) to be stored in the storage compartment; a lid (30) that is attached to the main body so as to be openable and closable and covers the contents; a badge storage section (40) formed on the inside of the lid for storing a badge; a badge support section (50) attached to the inside of the lid for supporting the badge; a pin storage section (60) formed in the badge support section for storing the pin of the badge; and a transparent or semi-transparent transparent section (70) arranged in all or part of the badge storage section to transmit light. (2) The compact container of claim 2 is the compact container of claim 1, characterized in that the pin housing portion is formed in a bottomed groove formed on the back side of the badge support portion from the front side. (3) The compact container of claim 3 is the compact container of claim 2, wherein the pin housing portion is formed on the upper side of the badge support portion, the upper edge is formed to be the same as or substantially the same as the total length of the pin, and the lower edge is formed to be wider than the total length. (4) The compact container of claim 4 is the compact container of claim 3, wherein the contents are a mirror or cosmetics. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] As described above, the compact container of the present invention can store badges. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] Figure 1 shows the state of the compact container 1. [Figure 2] Figure 2 shows the badge CB used in the compact container 1. [Figure 3] Figure 3 shows the main body 10. [Figure 4] Figure 4 shows the lid portion 30. [Figure 5] Figure 5 shows the badge support section 50. [Figure 6] Figure 6 shows the state in which the badge is housed in the compact container 1. [Figure 7] Figure 7 shows the badges housed in the compact container 1. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view showing the badge housed in the compact container 1. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0009] (1) Outline of the Embodiment The compact container 1 of this embodiment is characterized by comprising: a main body portion 10 having a storage compartment inside; contents 20 to be stored in the storage compartment of the main body portion; a lid portion 30 that is attached to the main body portion so as to be openable and closable and covers the surface side of the contents portion; a badge storage portion 40 formed on the inside of the lid portion for storing a badge; a badge support portion 50 attached to the inside of the lid portion for supporting the badge; a pin storage portion 60 formed in the badge support portion for storing the pin of the badge; and a transparent portion 70 arranged in all or part of the badge storage portion and formed to be transparent or semi-transparent so as to transmit light. The compact container 1 can store a badge.

[0010] (2) Details of the embodiment [First Embodiment] The compact container 1 of the first embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Figure 1 shows the compact container 1, where (a) shows the compact container 1 in the closed state and (b) shows the compact container 1 in the open state. Figure 2 shows the badge CB used in the compact container 1, where (a) shows the top view, (b) shows the left side view, and (c) shows the bottom view. Figure 3 shows the main body 10, where (a) shows the top view, (b) shows the left side view, (c) shows the right side view, (d) shows the front view, (e) shows the back view, (f) shows the bottom view, (g) shows the perspective view of the front, top view, and right side view, and (h) shows the cross-sectional view obtained by cutting (a) along line AA. Figure 4 shows the lid 30, where (a) shows the top view, (b) shows the left side view, (c) shows the right side view, (d) shows the front view, (e) shows the back view, (f) shows the bottom view, (g) shows the perspective view of the front, top view, and right side view, and (h) shows the cross-sectional view obtained by cutting (a) along line BB. Figure 5 shows the badge support portion 50, where (a) is a top view, (b) is the left side view, (c) is the right side view, (d) is the front view, (e) is the back view, (f) is the bottom view, (g) is a perspective view showing the front, top, and right side views, and (h) is a cross-sectional view obtained by cutting (a) along the CC line.

[0011] [Compact container 1] The compact container 1 in the first embodiment is a compact mirror that can hold badges CB designed with your favorite characters or celebrities. As shown in Figure 1, the compact container 1 consists of a main body 10, contents 20, a lid 30, a badge storage section 40, a badge support section 50, a pin storage section 60, and a transparent section 70. As shown in Figure 1(a), the compact container 1 is formed in a disc shape when closed.

[0012] [Badge CB] Badge CB is a so-called button badge with a design. As shown in Figure 2(a), Badge CB consists of a badge surface CB1 and a badge base CB2, both with a diameter of 50 mm. Badge surface CB1 is a metal disc with a cat illustration D designed on it, and the badge base CB2 is attached to the opposite side. The badge base CB2 is a metal disc with a pin PN attached to the pin holder CB3.

[0013] Pin PN is a so-called safety pin and is attached above the center of the badge bottom surface CB2. The pin PN is attached to the badge bottom surface CB2 in accordance with the orientation of the illustration D so that the illustration D is in the correct orientation when the badge CB is attached to clothing or the like. In this example, a safety pin with a total length of 31 mm is used for the pin PN, but pins with a total length of about 20 mm to 38 mm may also be used. In this example, a safety pin is used for the pin PN, but other pins such as tack pins, zett pins, brooch pins, hook pins, and corsage pins may also be used.

[0014] 〔Main body part 10〕 The main body part 10 is the main part of the compact container 1 and is a member having a storage compartment 10se for containing a predetermined content 20 inside. As shown in FIG. 3, the main body part 10 is composed of a bottom surface decoration part 11, a main body tube part 12, and an engagement concave part 13. The main body part 10 is formed of polycarbonate, a synthetic resin having high transparency and impact resistance. The main body part 10 is formed in a circular shape when observed from the plane and in a semi-disk shape formed in a substantially semi-elliptical shape when observed from the side. A storage compartment 10se capable of storing the content 20 is partitioned on the plane side of the main body part 10.

[0015] 〔Bottom surface decoration part 11〕 On the bottom surface side of the main body part 10, a bottom surface decoration part 11 for decorating the compact container 1 is formed. As shown in FIG. 3(f), the inner side of the bottom surface decoration part 11 is formed in a diamond-shaped polyhedron, and the outer side is provided with a design in which small circles and polygons are combined and arranged.

[0016] 〔Main body tube part 12〕 The main body section 12 functions as a hinge together with the lid section 32, connecting the main body section 10 and the lid section 30 so that they can be opened and closed. As shown in Figure 3(a), the main body sections 12 are arranged in pairs on the upper side of the main body section 10 at a predetermined distance apart. Between the pair of main body sections 12, the distance between the pair of main body sections 12 and the width of the lid section 32 are formed to be approximately the same so that the lid section 32 can be combined with them. As shown in Figures 3(a) and (g), each of the pair of main body sections 12 has a pin insertion section 12h that penetrates along the same axis sh1. When the pair of main body sections 12 and the lid section 32 are combined, the axis sh1 and axis sh2 become the same axis, and a pin (not shown) can be inserted through the pin insertion section 12h and the pin insertion section 32h1.

[0017] [Engaging recess 13] An engaging recess 13 is formed on the front side of the main body 10 for engaging the main body 10 with the lid 30. The engaging recess 13 is formed in a rectangular shape as shown in Figure 3(d), and is recessed inward as shown in Figure 3(g), where the engaging claw portion 33n catches.

[0018] [Contents 20] The contents 20 are housed in the storage compartment 10se of the main body 10. In this example, a circular mirror is housed in the storage compartment 10se as the contents 20. The contents 20 may be a general mirror that reflects the user's image, or it may be a magnifying mirror used for touching up makeup or putting in contact lenses. Furthermore, the contents 20 are not limited to a mirror; they may also be powder foundation, face powder, blush, eyeshadow, eyebrow pencil, highlighter, or other cosmetics.

[0019] [Lid part 30] The lid portion 30 is attached to the main body portion 10 so as to be openable and closable, and is a member that covers the surface side of the contents 20. As shown in Figure 3, the lid portion 30 is composed of a planar decorative portion 31, a lid tube portion 32, an engaging projection portion 33, an inner tube portion 34, and a transparent portion 70. The lid portion 30 is made of polycarbonate, a synthetic resin that has high transparency and impact resistance. When viewed from above, the lid portion 30 is formed as a circle, and when viewed from the side, it is formed as a semi-circular disc shape that is approximately semi-elliptical. On the bottom side of the lid portion 30, there is a badge storage portion 40 (transparent portion 70) which houses the badge CB and allows the stored badge CB to be visually enjoyed from the outside.

[0020] [Planar decorative section 31] A planar decorative section 31 for decorating the compact container 1 is formed on the flat side of the lid 30. As shown in Figure 4(a), the planar decorative section 31 has a design in which small circles and polygons are arranged around the transparent section 70.

[0021] [Lid tube part 32] The lid tube section 32 functions as a hinge together with the main tube section 12, connecting the lid section 30 and the main body section 10 so that they can be opened and closed. As shown in Figure 4(a), one lid tube section 32 is positioned on the upper side of the lid section 30. The lid tube section 32 is formed so that its width is approximately the same as the distance between the pair of main tube sections 12, so that it can be combined between the main tube sections 12. As shown in Figures 4(a) and (g), the lid tube section 32 has a pin insertion section 32h1 that penetrates along the axis sh2. When the lid tube section 32 and the pair of main tube sections 12 are combined, the axis sh2 and the axis sh1 become the same axis, and a pin (not shown) can be inserted through the pin insertion section 32h1 and the pin insertion section 12h. As shown in Figures 4(b) and (g), the lid tube section 32 has a through-hole 32h2. The hanging hole 32h2 is a hole through which a hanging device such as a chain can be inserted. Because the hanging hole 32h2 is formed, the compact container 1 can be hung from a bag when carrying it or hung up when displayed in a store.

[0022] [Engaging protrusion 33] An engaging projection 33 is formed on the front side of the lid 30 for engaging the lid 30 with the main body 10. The engaging projection 33 is formed in a square shape that protrudes downward as shown in Figure 4(d), and an engaging claw portion 33n that protrudes inward as shown in Figures 4(g) and 4(h) is formed, which is the part that hooks into the engaging recess 13.

[0023] [Inner tube part 34] The inner tube section 34 functions as a hinge together with the support tube section 52, connecting the badge support section 50 and the lid section 30 so that they can be opened and closed. As shown in Figure 4(f), the inner tube sections 34 are arranged in pairs on the upper side of the badge housing section 40 at a predetermined distance apart. The distance between the pair of inner tube sections 34 and the width of the support tube section 52 are formed to be approximately the same so that the support tube section 52 can be combined between them. As shown in Figure 4(f), each of the pair of inner tube sections 34 has a pin insertion section 34h that penetrates along the same axis sh3. When the pair of inner tube sections 34 and the support tube section 52 are combined, the axis sh3 and axis sh4 become the same axis, and a pin (not shown) can be inserted through the pin insertion section 34h and the pin insertion section 52h.

[0024] [Badge storage compartment 40] The badge housing section 40 is formed inside the lid section 30 and is the part that houses the badge CB. The badge housing section 40 is a space partitioned by a transparent section 70 on the bottom surface and housing side sections 40s on the sides, and is a cylindrical space that can house the badge CB and into which the badge support section 50 can be fitted. The inner diameter of the housing side section 40s is formed to be approximately the same as the outer diameter of the support side section 50s. On the front side of the badge housing section 40, an engaging claw section 41 is formed for engaging the lid section 30 and the badge support section 50. As shown in Figures 4(f) and (h), the engaging claw section 41 is a part that protrudes inward and is the part that hooks into the engaging recess 53.

[0025] [Badge support section 50] The badge support portion 50 is attached to the inside of the lid portion 30 and is the part that supports the badge CB. As shown in Figure 5, the badge support portion 50 consists of a thickened portion 51, a support tube portion 52, an engaging recess 53, and a handle portion 54. The badge support portion 50 is made of polycarbonate, a synthetic resin that has high transparency and impact resistance. When viewed from above, the badge support portion 50 is formed in a circular shape, and when viewed from the side, it is formed in a semi-cylindrical shape that is roughly square. On the planar side of the badge support portion 50, there is a storage compartment 50se in which the badge CB can be accommodated.

[0026] [Containment Section 50se] The storage compartment 50se is formed inside the badge support portion 50 and is the part that houses the badge CB. The storage compartment 50se is a space partitioned by a support bottom surface 50b on its bottom surface and a support side surface 50s on its side surface, and is a cylindrical space that houses and into which the badge CB can be fitted. The inner diameter of the support side surface 50s is formed to be approximately the same as or larger than the outer diameter of the badge CB. In this example, the inner diameter of the support side surface 50s is formed to be 58 mm, and it can house a badge CB of about 40 to 57 mm. The outer diameter of the support side surface 50s is formed to be approximately the same as the inner diameter of the storage side surface 40s.

[0027] [Thick part 51] The thickened portion 51 is the part of the support base 50b to which thickness has been added in order to form the pin housing portion 60. As shown in Figure 5(f), the thickened portion 51 is formed in a substantially isosceles trapezoidal shape on the upper side of the center of the badge support portion 50, and is formed to protrude outward as shown in Figures 5(b) and (c).

[0028] [Support pipe section 52] The support pipe section 52 functions as a hinge together with the main pipe section 12, and is the part that connects the lid section 30 and the main body section 10 so that they can be opened and closed. As shown in Figure 5(a), one support pipe section 52 is positioned on the upper side of the badge support section 50. The support pipe section 52 is formed so that its width is approximately the same as the distance between the pair of inner pipe sections 34, so that it can be combined with the inner pipe sections 34. As shown in Figures 5(b) and (c), the support pipe section 52 has a pin insertion section 52h that penetrates along the axis sh4. When the support pipe section 52 and the pair of inner pipe sections 34 are combined, the axis sh4 and the axis sh3 become the same axis, and a pin (not shown) can be inserted through the pin insertion section 52h and the pin insertion section 34h.

[0029] [Engaging recess 53] An engaging recess 53 is formed on the front side of the badge support portion 50 for engaging the badge support portion 50 with the lid portion 30. The engaging recess 53 is formed in a rectangular shape as shown in Figure 5(d), and is recessed inward as shown in Figure 5(g), where the engaging claw portion 41 catches.

[0030] [Handle part 54] The handle portion 54 is a handle used to open the badge support portion 50 from the lid portion 30. As shown in Figure 5(a), the handle portion 54 is formed in a substantially arc shape that protrudes downward from the support side surface 50s.

[0031] [Pin housing section 60] The pin housing portion 60 is formed in the badge support portion 50 and is the part that houses the pin PN of the badge CB. As shown in Figure 5(a), the pin housing portion 60 is formed in a roughly isosceles trapezoidal shape on the upper side of the center of the badge support portion 50, and as shown in Figures 5(g) and (h), it is formed as a groove that is recessed on the outside with a bottom. The pin housing portion 60 is formed with an upper bottom of approximately 37 mm and a lower bottom of approximately 40 mm. The upper bottom of the pin housing portion 60 is formed to be approximately the same as or slightly larger than the total length of the pin PN, and the lower bottom is formed to be larger than the total length of the pin PN.

[0032] [Transparent part 70] The transparent portion 70 is located in whole or in part of the badge storage portion 40 and is formed to be transparent or semi-transparent so as to transmit light. In this example, the transparent portion 70 makes the entire badge storage portion 40 transparent so that the badge CB stored inside the compact container 1 is visible, but a part of the badge storage portion 40 may also be made transparent. Furthermore, the main body portion 10, contents 20, lid portion 30, badge storage portion 40, badge support portion 50, and pin storage portion 60 that make up the compact container 1 may also be made transparent so that the internal structure can be visually enjoyed.

[0033] [How to use compact container 1] Next, we will explain how to use the compact container 1 configured as described above. Figure 6 shows the state in which the badge is stored in the compact container 1. Figure 7 shows the state in which the badge is stored in the compact container 1. Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view showing the state in which the badge is stored in the compact container 1. As shown in Figure 6(a), the user opens the lid 30 from the main body 10 of the compact container 1, opens the badge support part 50 from the lid 30, and prepares the badge CB.

[0034] As shown in Figure 6(b), the user places the badge CB on the badge support 50 while inserting the pin PN into the pin housing 60. At this time, the lower base of the pin housing 60 is larger than the total length of the pin PN, making it easy to insert the pin PN. The upper base of the pin housing 60 is the same as or slightly larger than the total length of the pin PN, so the lateral movement of the pin PN is restricted, preventing the badge CB from moving from side to side.

[0035] As shown in Figure 7(a), the user closes the badge support portion 50 and secures it to the lid portion 30. Since the outer diameter of the support side surface 50s is formed to be approximately the same as the inner diameter of the storage side surface 40s, the badge support portion 50 fits securely into the badge storage portion 40. Also, as shown in Figure 8, the engaging claw portion 41 catches on the engaging recess 53, so the badge support portion 50 fits securely into the badge storage portion 40.

[0036] As shown in Figure 7(b), the user closes the lid 30 into which the badge support 50 is fitted, securing it to the main body 10. As shown in Figures 7(b) and 8, the engaging claw 33n catches in the engaging recess 13, so the lid 30 is securely engaged with the main body 10. With the badge CB housed in the badge housing 40 (transparent part 70), the lid 30 allows the stored badge CB to be visually enjoyed from the outside. As shown in Figure 8, the pin PN is housed in the pin housing 60, restricting the lateral movement and rotation of the badge CB, so that illustration D is always in the correct orientation. The pin housing 60 is formed to have a bottom, so the pin PN does not come into contact with the contents 20, and the contents 20 are not damaged.

[0037] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments and can be modified without departing from the purpose and spirit of the present invention. In this example, the engaging claw portion 41 of the badge housing portion 40 is hooked into the engaging recess 53 of the badge support portion 50, but such a configuration is not required. For example, although the engaging claw portion 41 of the badge housing portion 40 is hooked into the engaging recess 53 of the badge support portion 50, such a configuration is not required. The badge support portion 50 may have grooves formed on the support side surface 50s and the housing side surface 40s to allow air to enter and exit so that it can be easily removed from the badge housing portion 40. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0038] 1: Compact container 10: Main body 20:Contents 30: Lid 40: Badge storage compartment 50: Badge support 60: Pin housing section 70:Transparent part

Claims

1. A main body (10) having an internal storage compartment, The contents (20) to be contained in the aforementioned containment compartment, A lid (30) that can be opened and closed is attached to the main body and covers the contents, A badge storage section (40) for storing badges is formed on the inside of the lid, A badge support portion (50) is attached to the inside of the lid portion and supports the badge, The badge support portion is formed with a pin housing portion (60) for housing the pin of the badge, A transparent portion (70) is arranged in all or part of the badge housing and is formed to be transparent or semi-transparent so as to transmit light. A compact container characterized by having the following features.

2. A compact container according to claim 1, The pin housing portion is formed in a bottomed groove formed on the back side of the badge support portion, rather than on the front side. A compact container characterized by its features.

3. A compact container according to claim 2, The pin housing portion is formed on the upper side of the badge support portion, with its upper edge being the same as or approximately the same as the total length of the pin, and its lower edge being wider than the total length. A compact container characterized by its features.

4. A compact container according to claim 3, The contents are a mirror or cosmetics. A compact container characterized by its features.

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