Double-Layer Cup Sleeve Pocket for Heat Insulation and Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for improved cup sleeves that provide better insulation and convenience by incorporating a pocket to hold additional items, addressing the limitations of existing cup sleeves in protecting hands from hot liquids and organizing accessories.
Innovation Solution
A cup sleeve design comprising a first sleeve body and a second sleeve body, where the second sleeve body has an inner wall portion coupled to the outer wall portion of the first sleeve body, forming a pocket that can removably hold objects such as napkins or business cards, enhancing insulation and convenience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If a traditional single-layer cup sleeve is used, then the structure is simple, but the insulation performance is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The cup sleeve is divided into two separate sleeve bodies (first sleeve body and second sleeve body) that can be assembled together. This segmentation allows each layer to contribute to insulation while maintaining manufacturing simplicity and ease of assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The second sleeve body is positioned within or alongside the first sleeve body, creating a nested double-layer structure. This nesting approach maximizes insulation effectiveness by trapping air between layers while minimizing the overall increase in device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional cup sleeve without pocket is used, then the structure is simple, but the convenience and functionality are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The cup sleeve is designed to serve multiple functions: the primary insulation function and an additional storage function through the integrated pocket. This allows the same device to protect from heat and hold accessories like napkins or sweeteners, increasing versatility without requiring separate items.
Solution Approach 2:
The pocket feature is merged into the cup sleeve structure by forming it from the wall portions of the sleeve bodies. This integration combines the protective function of the sleeve with the storage function of the pocket into a single unified device, enhancing convenience while controlling complexity.
3Loss of substance
If accessories are not organized, then items like napkins and sweeteners are lost or wasted, but carrying separate organizers increases complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The cup sleeve provides its own storage capability through the integrated pocket, eliminating the need for external organizers or separate containers. Users can store and access accessories directly from the sleeve, making the system self-sufficient and reducing waste of items like napkins and sweeteners.
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
The design provides enhanced heat insulation and organizes essential items like sweeteners, napkins, and business cards, reducing waste and improving user convenience, while offering double the insulation of traditional cup holders.
Implementation Method 1
Cup sleeves, otherwise commonly known as cup jackets, are used to protect the hands of individuals who are holding a cup filled with hot liquid
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AI summary
In an embodiment of the invention, an apparatus comprises: a first sleeve body and a second sleeve body, wherein the first sleeve body comprises a first sleeve body outer wall and a first sleeve body opening, wherein the first sleeve body opening is configured to removably receive a cup, wherein the first sleeve body outer wall comprises a first sleeve body outer wall portion, wherein the second sleeve body comprises a second sleeve body inner wall, wherein the second sleeve body inner wall comprises a second sleeve body inner wall portion, and wherein the second sleeve body inner wall portion is coupled to the first sleeve body outer wall portion. In another embodiment of the invention, a method comprises: forming a first sleeve body; forming a second sleeve body; wherein the first sleeve body comprises a first sleeve body outer wall and a first sleeve body opening, wherein the first sleeve body opening is configured to removably receive a cup; wherein the first sleeve body outer wall comprises a first sleeve body outer wall portion; wherein the second sleeve body comprises a second sleeve body inner wall; wherein the second sleeve body inner wall comprises a second sleeve body inner wall portion; and coupling the second sleeve body inner wall portion to the first sleeve body outer wall portion.