Portable liquid mixing device capable of mixing various liquids

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional beverage containers cannot accommodate and mix multiple liquids, limiting consumer choice and convenience in enjoying diverse beverages.

Innovation Solution

A portable liquid mixing device with multiple containers, a selection unit, a control unit, and a mixing unit that allows selective introduction and mixing of liquids, enabling the creation of customized beverage combinations and accurate measurement.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a single beverage container is used, then the device structure is simple, but it cannot store heterogeneous beverages separately

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveability to store heterogeneous beveragesVSAvoidcontainer structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The beverage container is divided into multiple independent storage spaces (first storage space, second storage space, third storage space) separated by partitions. Each space can store different beverages independently, allowing heterogeneous beverages to be stored separately while maintaining a single container structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements a nested structure where multiple storage spaces are arranged within a single container body. The first, second, and third storage spaces are nested within the same container, with each space containing its own beverage while being part of the overall container system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple cups or containers are used to provide various beverage foods, then consumer taste diversity is satisfied, but it increases inconvenience

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebeverage varietyVSAvoidconvenience of providing beverage foods
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple beverage storage functions into a single container. The first container with multiple storage spaces integrates the functionality of multiple separate cups, allowing users to carry and serve various beverages in one container rather than managing multiple separate containers.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The single container is designed to perform multiple functions: storing different types of beverages (carbonated, non-carbonated, alcoholic, non-alcoholic) simultaneously, providing temperature control for different beverages, and enabling selective dispensing of any stored beverage type.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Adaptability or versatility

If a partition is disposed in the center of the container body, then heterogeneous beverages can be stored in one container, but the structure becomes complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveability to store heterogeneous beveragesVSAvoidpartition structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The container body is segmented into multiple storage spaces using partitions. The first partition and second partition divide the container into distinct compartments (first, second, and third storage spaces), each capable of holding different beverage types while maintaining structural organization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

4Adaptability or versatility

If selective opening of connection pipes is implemented, then liquids can be introduced selectively, but the control mechanism becomes complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveselective liquid introductionVSAvoidcontrol unit structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The connection pipes are designed with dynamic control capabilities, allowing them to be selectively opened or closed based on which beverage needs to be dispensed. The control unit manages the opening/closing state of each connection pipe to enable selective liquid introduction from different storage spaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS11759055B2Portable liquid mixing device capable of mixing various liquids
Publication Date: 2023.09.19 4D CREATOR CO LTD
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AI summary

The present invention relates to a portable liquid mixing device capable of mixing different types of various liquids, and the different types of various liquids may include various beverages. The present invention includes a plurality of containers configured to contain respective specific liquids, a selection unit configured to select any one of the plurality of containers, a control unit configured to control the introduction of a selected liquid into a mixing container, and a mixing unit configured to mix various liquids introduced into the mixing container. According to the present invention, different types of liquids may be mixed together. In particular, beverages having various flavors are put into respective containers, mixed together and then drunk. Furthermore, a scale is marked on the surface of the mixing container, and thus the amount of liquid may be accurately measured, so that liquids may be mixed at an accurate ratio.