Tumbler with improved user convenience, equipped with smartphone holder ring

Abstract

The present invention relates to a tumbler with improved user convenience by having a ring for holding a smartphone.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a tumbler with improved user convenience by having a ring for holding a smartphone. Background Technology

[0002] Generally, tumblers are containers used to store and carry beverages, and users utilize them in various environments, such as while on the go, in offices, and in vehicles. Recently, as the use of personal tumblers in cafes and office spaces has increased, there is a growing demand for not only drinking convenience but also portability and multi-functionality. In particular, as smartphones have established themselves as essential devices in daily life, there is an increasing need for auxiliary devices that can stably mount or temporarily secure smartphones.

[0003] Conventional smartphone stands are often provided in the form of separate stands or clips, which has the problem of increasing bulk when carried or making it difficult to use while on the move. Additionally, although there have been some cases where structures combining a tumbler and a smartphone stand function have been proposed, there have been problems such as inconvenience in actual use due to complex structures or unstable fixing methods.

[0004] In other words, although user convenience could be significantly improved if an auxiliary structure were provided that allows a smartphone to be stably propped up while the user is using the tumbler, conventional technology has not sufficiently implemented an intuitive and simple smartphone mounting structure using the top of the tumbler. Therefore, there is a need to provide a new structure that allows a smartphone to be conveniently mounted without carrying an additional separate device while maintaining the existing functions of the tumbler.

[0005] In order to solve the problems of the prior art, the present invention proposes a technology that can easily provide a smartphone mounting function by installing a magnetic rotating ring on the upper surface of the cap of a tumbler. The problem to be solved

[0006] The problem that the present invention aims to solve is to provide a tumbler with improved user convenience by having a ring for holding a smartphone.

[0007] The problems that the present invention aims to solve are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned problems will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description below. means of solving the problem

[0008] A tumbler of the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problem may be characterized by comprising: a main body having an opening formed at the top for holding a beverage; a cap mounted in a manner that opens and closes the opening of the main body; and a ring disposed on the upper surface of the cap, wherein the ring has magnetic properties and is rotatably mounted on the cap. Effects of the invention

[0009] According to the present invention, by utilizing the magnetism of a ring mounted on a tumbler, the tumbler can be used as a stand for a smartphone even while on the move or in an office space.

[0010] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description below. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0011] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the ring in a folded state in the tumbler of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the state in which the ring is unfolded in the tumbler of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a smartphone mounted on the tumbler of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0012] The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described below in detail together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below but may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided merely to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the present invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims.

[0013] The terms used in this specification are for describing embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention. In this specification, the singular form includes the plural form unless specifically stated otherwise in the text. The terms "comprises" and / or "comprising" used in this specification do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other components in addition to the components mentioned. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals refer to the same components, and "and / or" includes each of the mentioned components and all combinations of one or more. Although terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used to describe various components, these components are not limited by these terms. These terms are used merely to distinguish one component from another. Therefore, the first component mentioned below may be the second component within the technical scope of the invention.

[0014] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) may be used in a meaning commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Additionally, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are not to be interpreted ideally or excessively unless explicitly and specifically defined otherwise.

[0016] The tumbler (100) of the present invention includes a main body (10), a cap (20), and a ring (30) rotatably mounted on the upper surface of the cap (20).

[0017] The main body (10) holds a beverage and may have an opening formed at the top. The main body (10) has a space for holding a beverage and may be configured in the same way as a standard tumbler. A handle may be integrally formed for ease of use, but this is not an essential component.

[0018] The cap (20) can be mounted on the main body (10) in a manner that opens and closes the opening of the main body (10). For example, the cap (20) can be hinge-connected or screw-connected to the main body (10).

[0019] That is, the cap (20) opens and closes the opening of the main body (10) and is fastened to the main body (10) by means of a screw or a locking structure. The cap (20) may additionally include a structure that is provided by a conventional tumbler, such as a drinking opening, a sealing part, and an opening / closing part.

[0020] The ring (30) is a core component of the present invention and is rotatably installed on the upper surface of the cap (20). FIG. 1 shows the ring (30) in a state where it is folded flat, and FIG. 2 shows the ring in a state where it is erected outward (second state). The ring (30) is supported by the cap (20) through a hinge or shaft and can be easily unfolded for use.

[0021] Hereinafter, a state in which the ring (30) is in contact with the cap (20) by the central axis of the ring (30) being perpendicular to the upper surface of the cap (20) can be defined as a first state, and a state in which the ring (30) is not in contact with the cap (20) by the central axis of the ring (30) being at an acute angle or parallel to the upper surface of the cap (20) can be defined as a second state.

[0022] In the tumbler (100) of the present invention, the ring (30) may have magnetism. Specifically, the ring (30) itself may have magnetism, or a magnetic member may be inserted and fixed inside the ring.

[0023] When the smartphone has magnetism in a specific mode (for example, MagSafe mode), the magnetism of the ring (30) electromagnetically interacts with the magnetism of the smartphone so that the smartphone can magnetically couple to the ring (30).

[0024] For example, since the smartphone has a specific type of magnetic array in a specific mode (magnetic mode) through the MagSafe module on the back, the user simply brings the smartphone close to the ring (30) after operating it in magnetic mode, and it is automatically attached by magnetic force without any separate attachment operation. FIG. 3 illustrates the state in which the smartphone is magnetically attached to and mounted on the ring (30).

[0025] The central opening of the ring (30) serves to help the magnetic center of the smartphone align naturally and allows the weight of the smartphone to be stably transferred to the entire cap (20) and body (10). Additionally, the opening can be positioned so as not to interfere with the smartphone's camera module.

[0027] Hereinafter, a modified example (not shown) of the tumbler (100) of the present invention will be described. In a modified example (not shown) of the tumbler (100) of the present invention, a first sensor (not shown; load cell) that is placed in the space of the main body (10) and generates a sensing value by sensing the weight of a beverage contained in the space of the main body (10), a second sensor (not shown; load cell) that is placed on the upper surface of the cap (20) and generates a sensing value by determining a first state and a second state of the ring (30) by detecting whether the ring (30) is in contact with the upper surface of the cap (20), and an electronic control unit (not shown) that receives the sensing value of the first sensor and the sensing value of the second sensor and controls the magnetic force of an electromagnet (not shown) placed inside the ring (30).

[0028] That is, in a modified example (not shown) of the tumbler (100) of the present invention, an electromagnet is placed inside the ring (30), and the amount of current is changed by the control of an electronic control unit so that the magnetic force can be controlled.

[0029] For example, the electronic control unit can control the electromagnet in a first mode, a second mode, and a third mode by controlling the current flowing through the electromagnet placed inside the ring (30), and as the magnetic force increases from the first mode to the third mode, the smartphone can be attached more strongly, and the magnetic force may be smallest in the first mode and largest in the third mode.

[0030] The electronic control unit can control the electromagnet of the ring (30) in the first mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is greater than or equal to the reference value (when a large amount of beverage is contained) and the sensing value of the second sensor determines that the ring (30) is in the first state (when the ring is folded).

[0031] In this case, the main body (10) is filled with a large amount of beverage, so the center of gravity of the main body (10) is low and the stability is high. However, in the first state where the ring (30) is folded, there is almost no possibility of the smartphone being mounted, so a strong magnetic force is not required.

[0032] If an excessive magnetic force is applied unnecessarily in this state, nearby smartphones or metal objects may be unintentionally attracted, causing inconvenience to the user. Therefore, in situations where the ring (30) is hardly used even though the tumbler (100) is heavy due to a large amount of beverage, it is desirable to control the electromagnet to the first mode (lowest magnetic force) to reduce energy consumption and eliminate unnecessary magnetic action.

[0033] Additionally, the electronic control unit can control the electromagnet of the ring (30) in a second mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is greater than or equal to a reference value and the sensing value of the second sensor determines that the ring (30) is in a second state (a state where the ring is unfolded).

[0034] In this case, the main body (10) has sufficient weight because it contains a large amount of beverage, so the risk of tipping over is low even when a smartphone is mounted. In the second state where the ring (30) is unfolded, a magnetic force of a certain level is required because the user intends to mount a smartphone, but there is no need to apply an excessively large magnetic force because the total weight of the tumbler (100) is heavy.

[0035] Therefore, in order to allow the smartphone to be easily attached while preventing it from becoming difficult to detach due to excessive suction, it is appropriate to control the electromagnet in the second mode (intermediate magnetic force).

[0036] Additionally, the electronic control unit can control the electromagnet of the ring (30) to the first mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is less than the reference value (when the beverage is contained in small quantities) and the sensing value of the second sensor determines that the ring (30) is in the first state.

[0037] In this case, the main body (10) contains less beverage, so the weight of the entire tumbler (100) is reduced.

[0038] If the tumbler (100) becomes lighter, it may easily shake or tilt due to external impact or the user's movement. Therefore, if the electromagnet inside the ring (30) has excessive magnetic force, there is a risk that surrounding smartphones or metal objects may be unnecessarily attracted, thereby disrupting the balance of the tumbler.

[0039] In particular, in the first state where the ring (30) is folded, there is no purpose for mounting a smartphone, so magnetic force is not required, and if the magnetic force is too strong, accidental attachment or detachment may occur.

[0040] Therefore, considering that the ring (30) is not used when the amount of beverage is small and the tumbler (100) is light, the electromagnet is controlled to the first mode with minimum magnetic force to suppress unnecessary magnetic action and ensure overall stability and user safety.

[0041] Furthermore, the electronic control unit can control the electromagnet of the ring (30) to a third mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is less than the reference value and the sensing value of the second sensor determines that the ring (30) is in a second state.

[0042] In this case, the tumbler (100) is relatively light because the amount of beverage inside is small, and the ring (30) is unfolded, so it is clear that the user intends to place a smartphone on it. However, if a smartphone is placed on the tumbler (100) while it is light, there is a high possibility that the tumbler (100) will tip over due to the shift in the center of gravity of the smartphone or the impact at the moment of attachment.

[0043] Therefore, a high magnetic force is required to securely attach the smartphone to the ring (30), and if the magnetic force is weak, the smartphone may not be fully secured or may detach even with a small impact, which may further increase the risk of the tumbler (100) overturning.

[0044] Accordingly, when the ring (30) is unfolded while the tumbler (100) is light, the electromagnet is controlled to a third mode with maximum magnetic force so that the smartphone can be attached quickly and stably, and the center of gravity of the smartphone can be stably transferred to the tumbler, thereby improving overall usability.

[0046] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention may be implemented in other specific forms without altering its technical concept or essential features. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive.

Claims

Claim 1 A main body having a space for holding a beverage and an opening formed at the top; a cap mounted in a manner that opens and closes the opening of the main body; The device includes a ring disposed on the upper surface of the cap, wherein the ring has magnetic properties and is rotatably mounted on the cap, and the ring has a first state in which the central axis of the ring is perpendicular to the upper surface of the cap and is in contact with the cap, and a second state in which the central axis of the ring forms an acute angle with the upper surface of the cap or is parallel to it and is not in contact with the cap, and includes a first sensor disposed in the space of the main body that senses the weight of a beverage contained in the space of the main body and generates a sensing value, a second sensor disposed on the upper surface of the cap that determines the first state and the second state of the ring by detecting whether the ring is in contact with the upper surface of the cap and generates a sensing value, and an electronic control unit that receives the sensing value of the first sensor and the sensing value of the second sensor and controls the magnetic force of an electromagnet disposed inside the ring, wherein the electronic control unit controls the current flowing through the electromagnet disposed inside the ring to control the electromagnet in a first mode, a second mode, and a third mode, and as it moves from the first mode to the third mode, the magnetic force increases A tumbler characterized by having the smallest magnetic force in the first mode and the largest magnetic force in the third mode, wherein the electronic control unit controls the electromagnet of the ring in the first mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is greater than or equal to a reference value and the sensing value of the second sensor determines the ring to the first state, controls the electromagnet of the ring in the second mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is greater than or equal to a reference value and the sensing value of the second sensor determines the ring to the second state, controls the electromagnet of the ring in the first mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is less than a reference value and the sensing value of the second sensor determines the ring to the first state, and controls the electromagnet of the ring in the third mode when the sensing value of the first sensor is less than a reference value and the sensing value of the second sensor determines the ring to the second state.

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