Container Lid with Fluorescent Ring for Dark-Environment Visibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing container lids are difficult to access in dark or dimly lit environments, posing challenges for users to open containers without spilling contents.
Innovation Solution
A container lid with an embedded fluorescent ring structure that glows in the dark, allowing the lid to be visible and usable in low-light conditions, featuring a translucent design and materials like plastic or glass, and an elastic upper ring for secure sealing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If a standard container lid is used, then the lid structure is simple and cost-effective, but the lid cannot be seen or accessed in dark or dimly lit environments
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates fluorescent material into the ring structure of the lid that absorbs light during the day and emits visible light in dark or dimly lit environments. This allows the lid to be clearly visible without requiring external light sources, resolving the contradiction between maintaining simple structure and achieving visibility in dark conditions.
2Illumination intensity
If external lighting is used to see the lid in dark environments, then visibility is improved, but energy consumption increases and portability decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The fluorescent ring structure on the lid serves itself by absorbing ambient light during daytime and automatically emitting light when needed in dark environments. This self-powered illumination system eliminates the need for external batteries or power sources, maintaining portability while solving the visibility problem.
3Illumination intensity
If the lid is made fully translucent for visibility, then visibility is improved, but the sealing performance and structural integrity deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies fluorescent material specifically to the ring structure portion of the lid that is visible from the outside, while the main body of the lid can remain opaque or translucent as needed for sealing performance. This localized application of fluorescent material provides visibility without compromising the overall structural integrity and sealing capabilities of the lid.
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
Enables easy access to container contents in dark or dim environments without external light, preventing spills and saving energy, while being dishwasher safe and adaptable to various container sizes.
Implementation Method 1
At least a portion of the ring structure is embedded with fluorescent material
Data Source
AI summary
A container lid includes an upper member extending downwardly and transitioning into at least one sidewall. An aperture is formed on the at least one sidewall. At least one ring structure is dimensioned to be attached to a bottom of the sidewall. At least a portion of the ring structure is embedded with fluorescent material which glows in the dark and thus enables the lid container to be seen in a dark or dimly lit area.