Snus Container Dual Pivot Lid Merging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing two-compartment snus containers are complex, costly to produce, and difficult to manufacture, leading to fragility and a less intuitive user experience.
Innovation Solution
A snus container designed as a single continuous part with pivotably coupled lids that remain attached, allowing for easy access and storage of unused and used snus portions without the need for separate lids, and manufactured using injection moulding for simplicity and cost-effectiveness.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If separate lids are used for each compartment, then each compartment can be independently closed, but the lids may be misplaced and the design becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the two separate lids into a single integrated lid structure that covers both compartments. This single lid is divided into two sections that can be opened independently, allowing users to access either compartment without handling separate lid components, thereby eliminating the risk of misplacing lids while maintaining independent access capability
Solution Approach 2:
The single lid structure serves multiple functions: it acts as both the first lid for the first compartment and the second lid for the second compartment. The lid is designed with two distinct opening sections that can be manipulated independently, providing universal coverage for both compartments while enabling selective access to either one
2Adaptability or versatility
If a two-compartment design is implemented, then used and unused snus portions can be stored separately, but the container becomes more complex and costly to manufacture
Solution Approach 1:
The container is segmented into two distinct compartments within a single body structure. The internal partitioning is integrated into the molding process, creating separate storage spaces for used and unused snus portions without requiring separate container units, thus maintaining manufacturing simplicity while achieving functional segmentation
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines two container functions (separate storage for used and unused portions) into a single integrated container body. The unified structure with internal partitioning allows both compartments to be manufactured as one piece, reducing assembly steps and manufacturing complexity compared to using two separate containers
3Ease of manufacture
If a single continuous part design is used, then production costs are reduced and durability is improved, but the lids must remain attached during use
Solution Approach 1:
The lid is designed with dynamic characteristics, allowing it to be opened and closed while remaining attached to the container body. The hinge connection enables the lid to move between closed and open positions, providing operational flexibility similar to removable lids while maintaining the advantages of an attached design, including reduced manufacturing complexity and improved durability
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AI summary
This patent disclosure relates to a snus container (1), comprising: a body (11) defining a first compartment (110); a first lid (12) pivotably coupled to the body (11) to be able to pivot about a first pivot axis (P1) to and from a closing position in which the first lid (12) closes the first compartment (110), the first lid (12) defining a second compartment (120) separated from the first compartment (110), and a second lid (13) pivotably coupled to the first lid (12) to be able to pivot about a second pivot axis (P2) to and from a closing position in which the second lid (13) closes the second compartment (120). A method (S0) of manufacturing said snus container (1) and a mould (100) to be used in said method (S0) are disclosed also.