Shaker Bottle Internal Bar Layers for Powder Dispersal Without Mesh
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional shaker bottles lack effective internal features to efficiently mix liquids and solids, leading to time-consuming mixing and incomplete dispersal of ingredients like protein powder.
Innovation Solution
The design incorporates two layers of internal bars that are parallel and perpendicular to each other, forming mixing rings with specific alignment keys, allowing for efficient mixing without a mesh, ensuring that the bars do not cross each other, and are configured to facilitate the dispersal of powders within liquids when the container is shaken.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If conventional shaker bottles without internal features are used, then the device complexity is low, but the mixing effectiveness is poor and mixing time is excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The mixing system is segmented into two distinct layers: a first layer with two parallel bars and a second layer with two perpendicular bars. This segmentation allows each layer to perform a specific mixing function, improving overall mixing effectiveness while keeping individual components simple
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from single-plane mixing features to multi-layer three-dimensional structure. The first layer bars are positioned at a first height and the second layer bars at a second height, creating vertical dimensionality that enhances mixing efficiency without requiring complex single-plane features
2Productivity
If grids or vortexes are added to shaker bottles, then mixing features are provided, but powder clumps get caught and mixing effectiveness decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the problematic mesh/grid component from the mixing system and replaces it with simple solid bars. This removal eliminates the issue of powder clumps getting caught while maintaining mixing functionality through the bar structure
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of using continuous mesh or vortex structures that trap powder, the invention uses discrete solid bars with gaps between them. This inverted approach allows powder to pass through freely while still providing effective mixing action
3Productivity
If internal protrusions are added to shaker bottles, then mixing features are provided, but powder clumps bounce off and mixing is not effective
Solution Approach 1:
The mixing system is divided into multiple discrete bar elements arranged in layers, creating numerous small interaction points throughout the container volume. This segmentation ensures powder clumps cannot easily bounce off without being redirected into the liquid for effective mixing
4Productivity
If two layers of internal bars with perpendicular orientations are used, then mixing effectiveness is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Each layer of bars serves multiple functions: the first layer bars provide initial mixing action and the second layer perpendicular bars provide secondary mixing action. This multi-functionality achieves effective mixing with minimal structural elements
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses asymmetric arrangement of bars in two layers with different orientations (parallel in first layer, perpendicular in second layer). This asymmetric configuration optimizes mixing effectiveness while maintaining simple individual component designs
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AI summary
Mixing containers and methods of use thereof. An exemplary container described herein comprises a first layer comprising two first internal bars, said two internal bars parallel or substantially parallel to one another, a second layer comprising two second internal bars, said two second internal bars parallel or substantially parallel to one another and perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to said two first internal bars, whereby said first layer is positioned above said second layer within said container.