Digital audio beverage holder
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing beverage holders with integrated audio systems are not suitable for confined spaces and lack portability, versatility, and high-quality sound output, and often serve limited purposes beyond their primary function.
Innovation Solution
A compact audio system-drink holder assembly that incorporates an AM/FM radio, music player, Bluetooth connectivity, microphone, electronic clock, rechargeable battery, and weather reporting, designed to securely hold various beverage sizes with insulation and a user-friendly interface, utilizing waterproof plastic and a digital audio control system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If multiple separate devices (music player, time clock, weather display, drink holder, radio) are combined into one consolidated device, then the amount of space required is reduced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate devices (music player, time clock, weather display, drink holder, radio) into a single consolidated beverage holder unit, reducing the total space occupied while integrating diverse functions into one device structure
Solution Approach 2:
The beverage holder is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: holding beverages, playing music, displaying time and weather, and receiving radio signals, making it a universal device that replaces several separate items
2Volume of moving object
If the device is designed for portability and compactness, then it is suitable for travel and small spaces, but the audio system quality may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The audio system components (speakers, controls, antenna) are nested within the compact beverage holder structure, with the antenna embedded in the handle and controls integrated into the base, achieving portability without sacrificing essential audio functionality
3Adaptability or versatility
If the beverage holder is designed to accommodate various drink sizes, then versatility is improved, but the structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is designed with a universal opening and positioning system that can accommodate various drink container sizes and types, allowing one structure to serve multiple beverage holding functions without requiring separate holders for different container types
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Provides a versatile, portable, and high-quality audio experience while consolidating multiple personal items, suitable for small spaces and travel, with secure beverage holding and temperature insulation.
Implementation Method 1
a rechargeable battery supply pack with charging cord
Implementation Method 2
an AM/FM radio with an embedded antenna
Implementation Method 3
connection to an external Bluetooth device
Data Source
AI summary
The embodied invention relates to an audio system-drink holder assembly, and, in particular, to an audio system/drink holder assembly where an audio system is an integral part of the assembly and encompasses a drink holder. The drink holder is designed to take a variety of drink sizes and securely hold them in place as well as providing insulation for a hot (or cold) beverage temperature.The embodied invention also includes an AM/FM radio with an embedded antenna, a music player, connection to an external Bluetooth device, speakers connected to a digital audio control system, a microphone for recording messages and providing control commands, a user interface for control and for display, an electronic clock with alarm, a rechargeable battery pack with charging cord, and weather reporting.