CN113316545A

CN113316545A - Liquid container with storage chamber

Info

Publication number: CN113316545A
Application number: CN201980087672.1A
Authority: CN
Inventors: 约瑟夫·克里斯多夫·克莱德
Original assignee: Carivino Co ltd
Current assignee: Carivino Co ltd
Priority date: 2019-01-08
Filing date: 2019-01-08
Publication date: 2021-08-27
Also published as: AU2019420574A1; EP3908530A4; MX2021008200A; EP3908530A1; WO2020145948A1

Abstract

An anti-breaking container in the shape of a large wine bottle with a heat insulation cavity. The container is designed for use in areas where glass is confined, such as swimming pools or beaches. The container has a removable neck that allows a full bottle of wine to be quickly poured into the large opening of the insulated cavity. The cup holder may be removed to access a storage compartment containing a pair of disassembled stemmed or stemless wineglasses made of shatterproof polymer. The neck includes a cap or valve and an aerator to allow the wine to be aerated as it is poured from the container.

Description

Liquid container with storage chamber

Technical Field

The present invention generally relates to devices and methods for storing, carrying and supplying liquids. More particularly, the present invention relates to insulated cavities for containing potable liquids such as wine, internal storage chambers for containing cups or accessories, methods of pouring, aerating and supplying contents from insulated cavities, and methods of accessing internal storage cavities containing cups and/or accessories.

background-Prior Art

Currently, the ability to enjoy outdoor wine in public or private locations can be difficult and may involve some trade-offs that ultimately reduce or compromise the full enjoyment of drinking and sharing the wine. Outdoor space often limits the choice of materials used, the choice of equipment available, the quality, and the ability to follow unique and abundant wine traditions. There may be environmental limitations outdoors, such as high temperatures or rough terrain, which require careful consideration for transporting wine. The outdoor environment presents a number of challenges for wine appreciators and enthusiasts, making it cumbersome, unpredictable and difficult to enjoy the same elegant wine drinking experience at home or in a controlled environment.

Glass bottles are a de facto standard for wine storage, but they have limited durability and protection against shock or mishandling. If broken, the glass fragments can cause injury or danger to people and animals, which results in the prohibition of glass access to public places such as swimming pools, beaches, lakes, and parks. Glass substitutes are "wine in boxes" (a carton pre-decorated with a wine liner) or plastic containers. Wine in boxes is often a less common and low cost product and is often sold in containers of higher volume capacity (3-5 liters). It offers fewer styles, origins and quality options and often only impractical volumes are available compared to traditional bordeaux glass bottles. There are some plastics substitutes of smaller volume called single-part products, e.g. Copa di

Or

They offer even less options, quality and volume. For wine appreciators, the box wine and single serve options do not provide sufficient variety selection and quality, nor do they provide practical dimensions for more traditional enjoyment. Worse still, their size and shape break up the distinctive bordeaux bottle profile and disrupt the rich and idealized wine experience of drinking wine poured from a bottle into a wine glass.

Like bottles, glassware (or goblets) for wine has a series ofRecognized quality aims at improving the overall wine drinking experience. Traditionally, they are made of transparent glass and have a well-defined bowl shape, and often a stem (stem) and a base (base). But glass, as a material for glassware, poses the same hazards outdoors as glass bottles. There are substitutes such as paper cups or plastic utility cups, e.g.

Or

But have many limitations. They have a significant social stigma that makes their use as a wine glass embarrassing. In addition, the shape and opaque material limit the ability to observe wine color and perceive subtle aromas. In contrast, conventional wine glasses are symbolic symbols and tools, shaped and designed for use by wine connoisseurs to visually inspect wine for color and viscosity, with the stem of the cup providing a means of maintaining and reducing the temperature rise of the belly (bowl), and with the base providing a means for the belly to stand.

Wine is very temperature sensitive. Most wine connoisseurs recommend that wine be served at a particular temperature range of 45-65 degrees fahrenheit, depending on whether it is white or red wine. This is the ideal range to exhibit characteristics, aroma and overall taste experience. When wine is exposed outside this ideal range, delicate flavour characteristics are destroyed or rapid decomposition of the wine results. Wine appreciators go to great lengths to ensure that the wine remains within this ideal range throughout its life cycle or drinking. Techniques or devices such as pre-cooling wine or using ice buckets are common methods to help keep wine within a desired temperature range. When outdoors, these simple techniques or devices are difficult to regulate temperature consistently, may require additional equipment, and may be inconvenient in remote locations such as swimming pools, beaches, lakes, or parks. In such places, wine enthusiasts simply give up wine as a beverage option, choosing not to risk the wine being destroyed or spoiling.

The unique complexity of wine can be enhanced by using an air-filled cell or exposing the wine to air prior to drinking. Wine appreciation households often use an aeration element to aerate wine as a means of opening the wine, softening tannins, or balancing complex and unique flavors. Aeration may be accomplished by pouring the wine into a separate container, which exposes the wine to air. This process is called decantation. Such methods are not immediate and require time and a second container to notice their effect. There are other inflatable elements and methods that have immediate effect. These aeration elements and methods attempt to rapidly aerate the wine by vortex or venturi effects. Such as

And Soiree^TMSuch brands use a vortex aeration element method to swirl or agitate the wine, and one disclosed in U.S. patent No. 7,614,614 is called

Using the venturi effect to mix air with wine. These aeration elements and methods are separate devices, not integral with the original wine container, each requiring additional precautions, expense, and in some cases careful hand and eye coordination. Further, some aerating elements require special care to ensure that wine does not spill by controlling the speed and direction of the wine as it is poured from the container into the aerating device. The consequences or mismanagement of the inflatable elements can result in unnecessary waste, spillage or contamination of the wine when inflated. A third element, such as a funnel, may be used to mitigate this risk, but at an additional cost.

Accordingly, there is a need for an apparatus and method to allow drinking of wine in unpredictable, uncontrolled or difficult venues (whether public, private or commercial venues), such as outdoors, beaches, parks, swimming pools, rivers, boats, lakes, paths, camping, hiking, mountains, outdoor concert activities, outdoor weddings, patios, outings and other places where drinking is a challenge. The apparatus and method should eliminate compromises, facilitate use, avoid contraband materials, embody cultural and traditional rituals, and extend time and place of enjoyment in a manner similar to that enjoyed and experienced in controlled locations such as homes, restaurants or bars. In various example embodiments described below, these disadvantages are overcome by: techniques such as the use of shatterproof materials; the well-known traditional wine bottle shape; the ability to hold at least 750ml of wine; methods of isolating wine from external heat sources and mitigating or regulating internal temperature fluctuations; an inflation element integral with the container, providing a method of on-demand inflation without the need for pre-consideration, individual coordination or control; and a storage compartment that may hold glassware and other useful accessories. These elements are all embodied in a single, portable, and convenient container kit. Further, these embodiments provide a way for the appreciator or enthusiast to have a compatible merge to maintain traditional compatibility with the wine drinking experience in the easiest and elegant manner.

Disclosure of Invention

In one embodiment, the apparatus and method are used to transport, store, dispense, carry or supply wine or other liquids; and facilitates storage of cups and other accessories. In one example, portable containers made of resilient materials such as plastic, copolyester, or metal are used to transport, store, dispense, carry, and serve potable liquids such as, but not limited to, wine, juice, or water. These containers have storage compartments for storing, transporting and retrieving cups or glasses or accessories.

In another embodiment, the portable container has an inflatable element integral with the device that provides inflation of the liquid as it flows outwardly from the interior chamber to an opening that can be sealed by a cap, lid or valve.

In another embodiment, the device has a reservoir and an inflatable element.

In one example, the shatter prevention apparatus provides a water-tight insulated chamber for containing the contents of a wine bottle, isolating the liquid contents from external heat and maintaining or slowing down the change in internal liquid temperature, and an internal storage chamber in the apparatus stores a cup or glass for drinking wine. The interior of the insulating chamber may be a ceramic liner. The cup or "glass" assembly is provided in a plastic that allows two or more shatterproof and BPA free glasses, such as a tritan glass, the material of which is transparent and looks like glass to provide a pleasant drinking experience. In one example, the device is shaped like a large wine bottle, such as a Bordeaux bottle, so that wine can be poured from the insulated cavity through an air-filled element integral with the device (such as within the neck of the device) to provide aeration of the liquid and replicate a pleasant wine pouring and drinking experience at the swimming pool side, the beach, or elsewhere where glass wine bottles and drinking cups are banned or impractical. The device provides the user with the added benefit of opening, closing or pouring wine from the neck assembly without the need to access the bottom of the device to access the cup or plastic glass assembly.

In one example, a user may fill, consume, and refill the insulated cavity with wine or other selected liquid multiple times. In other examples, the device pre-filled with wine or other liquid (either as a single event or that may be consumed and returned for future refilling) may be used, sold, lent, given, borrowed, or rented, such as provided by a hotel, bar, restaurant, event, or brewery.

In some embodiments, the device includes a vacuum-sealed, thermally-insulated upper chamber for holding liquid, and a lower storage chamber for cups, drinking glass assemblies and accessories (such as wine bottle openers), cooling accessories (such as gel packs), or auxiliary liquid reservoirs. In one example, the insulated cavity is located below the removable neck and a large top opening in the insulated cavity allows for quick filling from a wine bottle. The neck includes a second smaller opening with a cap, lid or valve. The smaller neck opening is used to pour the contents from the insulated chamber into a plurality of cups or glasses. The cap, lid or valve provides a visual indication of the open or closed state to facilitate leak-proof transport and use.

In other embodiments, the fluid cavity may use other methods of thermal insulation, such as air gaps, foam, radiation (e.g., infrared or heat source) reflective materials, such as aluminum, in combination or independently

The sheath, or the inherent thermal insulation properties provided via the liquid chamber and the device housing. Prior to filling, the chamber or separate cooling device may be stored in a refrigerator or freezer so that the contents remain cool for a longer period of time before use.

In other embodiments, the liquid chamber is positioned below the upper storage chamber.

In other embodiments, no storage chamber is provided.

In some embodiments, a customized tote bag is provided to add seasonal, holiday, activity, or fashion-focused utilities to accommodate devices, snacks, and other accessories, such as wine bottle openers.

Drawings

FIG. 1 is a representative cross-sectional view of a portable storage device for wine and associated wine accessories.

Fig. 2 is a perspective view of a first exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1.

Fig. 3 is an exploded cross-sectional view of a first exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1.

Fig. 4 is an exploded cross-sectional view of the portable storage device of fig. 1 taken along line B-B'.

FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the device of FIG. 1 taken along line A-A'. Fig. 6 is a representative cross-sectional view of the removable top assembly of fig. 1.

FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1 taken along line C-C' in FIG. 6.

FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of a first alternative example embodiment of the removable tip assembly of FIG. 1, illustrating an integrated venturi inflation device. The cross-sectional view is taken along line C-C' in the representative cross-sectional view of fig. 6.

FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of a second alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1, illustrating an alternative inflator device with an o-ring and a pop-up cap. The cross-sectional view is taken along line C-C' in the representative cross-sectional view of fig. 6.

FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1. FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly of FIG. 10.

Showing the venturi inflator and the spring-loaded pop-up cap assembly in a closed position. The cross-sectional view is taken along line D-D' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 10.

Fig. 12 is a cross-sectional view of the device of fig. 11 with the spring-loaded lid in an open position.

FIG. 13 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1.

FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1 with the spring-loaded lid in the closed position. The cross-sectional view is taken along line E-E' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 13.

Fig. 15 is a similar cross-sectional view of the alternative embodiment of fig. 14 with the spring-loaded lid in the open position.

Fig. 16 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly 120 of fig. 1, shown with the hinged lid in a closed position.

Fig. 17 is a perspective view of the alternative embodiment of fig. 16 with the hinged lid in an open position.

Figure 18 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a cup belly.

Fig. 19 is a cross-sectional view of the cup belly of fig. 18. The cross-sectional view is taken along line F-F' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 18.

Figure 20 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a cup belly.

Fig. 21 is a cross-sectional view of the cup belly of fig. 20. The cross-sectional view is taken along line G-G' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 20.

Figure 22 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a cup belly.

Fig. 23 is a cross-sectional view of the cup belly of fig. 22. The cross-sectional view is taken along line H-H' of the cross-sectional view in fig. 22.

Figure 24 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a cup belly.

Fig. 25A is a cross-sectional view of the cup belly of fig. 24. The cross-sectional view is taken along line I-I' of the cross-sectional view in fig. 24.

Figure 25B is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a goblet belly without a stem with a flat bottom.

Fig. 25C is a cross-sectional view of a goblet belly without a stem with the flat bottom of fig. 25B. The cross-sectional view is taken along line J-J' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 20.

FIG. 26 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a wine glass stem and cup holder assembly.

FIG. 27 is a cross-sectional view of the wine glass stem and cup holder assembly of FIG. 26. The cross-sectional view is taken along line a-a' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 26.

FIG. 28 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a wine glass stem and cup holder assembly.

FIG. 29 is a cross-sectional view of the wine glass stem and cup holder assembly of FIG. 28. The cross-sectional view is taken along line B-B' of the cross-sectional view in fig. 28.

Figure 30A is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a wine glass stem and cup holder assembly.

FIG. 30B is a cross-sectional view of the wine glass stem and cup holder assembly of FIG. 30A. The cross-sectional view is taken along line C-C' of the cross-sectional view in fig. 30.

Fig. 31 is an exploded cross-sectional view of a second exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1.

Fig. 32 is an exploded sectional view of a second example embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1. The cross-sectional view is taken along line B-B' in the exploded cross-sectional view of fig. 31.

Fig. 33 is a cross-sectional cutaway view of a second exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1. The cross-sectional view is taken along line a-a' in the representative cross-section in fig. 1.

Fig. 34A is a side view of an exemplary embodiment of a portable storage device in a wine pouring orientation with a valve cap open to allow wine to be poured from the device.

FIG. 34B is a side detail view of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A with the bonnet closed. FIG. 34C is a side cross-sectional view of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A showing the bonnet and inflator.

FIG. 34D is a detailed side cross-sectional view of the top of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A.

FIG. 34E is an exploded side view of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A, showing the top assembly and cup holder removed from the center housing assembly.

FIG. 34F is a side view of the top assembly of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A, showing the bonnet in an open position such that wine can be poured through the top opening in the bonnet, and showing threads on the top assembly.

FIG. 34G is a front perspective view of the first stem and cup holder assembly with a hole in the cup holder to receive the stem of the second stem and cup holder assembly.

Fig. 35A is a top perspective view of an example removable cup holder with a recessed storage area for a cork pull.

FIG. 35B is a top view of the removable cup holder of FIG. 35A.

Detailed description of the preferred embodimentthermally insulated wine storage container with lower storage compartment

Defining:

in this specification, the term "aerating element" refers to a feature which enhances the aeration of wine as it is poured or poured out of the container. In some examples, prior art aerated products are incorporated into wine storage containers. In other examples, an inflation feature (such as a venturi element) is manufactured with the housing or other component to integrate the inflation feature with the upper neck of the container.

In this specification, the terms "glassware," "goblet," or "glass" refer to a drinking glass, cup, or tumbler that may be made of any glass, plastic, paper, metal, or any other material. An exemplary type is a conventional wine glass form, including a glass belly, a glass stem and a glass bottom.

Another type is a modern stemless cup, such as a wine glass belly with a flat bottom or a trapezoidal or conical flat bottom cup, which can stand without spilling its contents.

In this specification, the term "bottle" or "device" refers to various embodiments of a container with at least one liquid chamber with a detachable upper neck and a cap, lid or valve arranged to cover a top opening.

In the present specification, the term "insulating liquid storage chamber" refers to a liquid chamber that prevents an increase in external heat. In one example, the liquid chamber has double walls with a vacuum space between the walls. In another example, the liquid chamber includes a single wall and a thermally insulating layer disposed on an exterior side of the wall. In another example, the thermal insulation may include methods such as heat reflective materials, foam-based materials, or air gaps, alone or in combination.

In this specification, the term "detachable" refers to removable or partially removable, such as hinged.

Example Container

FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional view of a first exemplary embodiment of a Boolean shaped portable storage container 100 for wine and related wine accessories. Fig. 2 is a perspective view of a first exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1. Fig. 3 is an exploded cross-sectional view of a first exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1. In this embodiment, wine is stored in an insulated liquid storage chamber 130 in the center housing assembly 120. The top assembly 160 may be opened or removed to fill the insulated liquid storage compartment. In this example, the top assembly includes a removable or flip-top cap 166, which cap 166 can be opened to pour wine from the insulated liquid storage chamber. In other examples, the top portion may be a quarter-turn closure element. The bottom 150 may be removed or opened to access the storage compartment 154.

In this example, the center housing assembly includes a cylindrical body portion having a first diameter. The top assembly includes an upper neck portion including a cylindrical bottom portion having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter and a top opening having an inner diameter. An internal passage is provided between the lower portion of the upper neck and the top opening of the upper neck. A cap, lid or valve is provided to cover the top opening of the upper neck.

A shell transition portion interposed between the cylindrical body portion and the upper neck portion has a male portion integral with the cylindrical body portion and a female portion integral with the upper neck portion. The upper neck portion is separated from the cylindrical body portion at an intersection of the convex portion of the cylindrical body portion and the concave portion of the upper neck portion. The separation of the neck portion from the body portion exposes a wide mouth of the liquid storage chamber, which allows the contents of the wine bottle to be quickly poured into the liquid storage chamber.

In this example, a flat bottom insulated liquid storage chamber 130 and an accessory storage chamber 140 are provided in the center housing assembly 120. In this example, the insulated cavity of the insulated liquid storage chamber 130 is a vacuum sealed insulated cavity positioned within the upper portion of the cylindrical body portion. The insulated chamber has a volume of at least 750ml and is positioned within the cylindrical body portion of the housing. The insulated chamber has an upper opening aligned with the internal passage of the upper neck. In some examples, the liquid reservoir 130 has a concave bottom to increase the available center height of the reservoir to accommodate a stack of inverted glass cups.

In this example, the portable storage device of fig. 1 has a storage chamber provided in a lower portion of the cylindrical body portion of the housing. The storage chamber is accessible through the removable cup holder. A pair of disassembled

wineglasses

200 and 210 are stored in the accessory storage compartment, the

cups

202 and 212 are inverted and stacked, and their stems and cup holder assemblies (214 and 216) and (204 and 206) are stored in the lower cup. In this example, the cup stem remains attached to the cup holder, and the cup stem and cup holder assembly is formed by partially inserting the cup stem of the first assembly into the hollow cup stem of the second assembly. In another example, the stem of the first component is partially inserted into a hole in the bottom of the second component. In other examples, other stacking schemes may be used, or the cup stem may be detached from the cup holder. In other examples, wineglasses without cup stems may be stored in the storage compartment.

Fig. 3 is an exploded cross-sectional view of a first exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device of fig. 1. In this example, a flat bottom insulated liquid storage chamber 130 and an accessory storage chamber 140 are provided in the center housing assembly 120. A pair of disassembled

wineglasses

200 and 210 are stored in the accessory storage compartment, the

cups

202 and 212 are inverted and stacked, and their stems and cup holder assemblies (214 and 216) and (204 and 206) are stored in the lower cup.

Fig. 4 is an exploded cross-sectional view of the portable storage device of fig. 1 taken along line B-B'. FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the device of FIG. 1 taken along line A-A'. FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of the device of FIG. 1 taken along line A-A'. FIG. 5 illustrates the nesting of the inverted cup belly 212 in the curved bottom 132 of the insulated liquid storage compartment 130.

Top assembly

Fig. 6 is a representative cross-sectional view of the removable and waterproof roof assembly 120 of fig. 1.

Fig. 7 is a cross-sectional view of the removable top assembly 120 of fig. 1 taken along line C-C' in fig. 6.

FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of a first alternative example embodiment 161 of the removable tip assembly of FIG. 1, illustrating an integrated venturi inflation device 170. The cross-sectional view is taken along line C-C' in the representative cross-sectional view of fig. 6.

FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of the second alternative embodiment 162 of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1, illustrating an alternative inflator 171 having an o-ring 173 and a pop-up cap 168. The cross-sectional view is taken along line C-C' in the representative cross-sectional view of fig. 6. In this example, the pop-up cap 168 has an extension, such as a threaded or guided top 169, that operates between the top assembly housing and the inflator 171. An airtight seal is formed between the pop-up cap 168 and the inflator 171.

FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment 163 of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1.

FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly 163 of FIG. 10, showing a similar venturi inflator 170 as shown in FIG. 8, and also showing a spring-loaded pop-up cap assembly 180 in a closed position. The cross-sectional view is taken along line D-D' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 10.

Fig. 12 is a cross-sectional view of the device of fig. 11 with the spring-loaded lid 180 in an open position.

Fig. 13 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of the removable top assembly 120 of fig. 1.

Fig. 14 is a cross-sectional view of the alternative embodiment 164 of the removable top assembly 120 of fig. 1, showing the spring-loaded lid 180 in a closed position. The cross-sectional view is taken along line E in the cross-sectional view of fig. 13.

Fig. 15 is a similar cross-sectional view of the alternative embodiment of fig. 14 with the spring-loaded lid 180 in the open position.

FIG. 16 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment 165 of the removable top assembly of FIG. 1, shown with a hinged lid 167 in a closed position. Fig. 17 is a perspective view of the alternative embodiment 165 of fig. 16 with the hinged lid 167 in an open position.

Wine glass component

Fig. 18 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a wineglass bowl 202. Fig. 19 is a cross-sectional view of the cup belly of fig. 18. The cross-sectional view is taken along line F-F' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 18.

Fig. 20 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a cup belly 222.

Fig. 22 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a wineglass bowl 232. Fig. 23 is a cross-sectional view of the cup belly of fig. 22. The cross-sectional view is taken along line H-H' of the cross-sectional view in fig. 22.

Fig. 24 is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a wine glass belly 242. Fig. 25A is a cross-sectional view of the cup belly of fig. 24. The cross-sectional view is taken along line I-I' of the cross-sectional view in fig. 24.

Fig. 25B is a cross-sectional view of an alternative embodiment of a goblet belly 245 without a stem.

Fig. 25A is a cross-sectional view of the goblet belly of fig. 25B without the stem. The cross-sectional view is taken along line J-J' in the cross-sectional view of fig. 25B.

Fig. 26 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the assembly of the stem 204 and the base 206 of the wine glass. In this example, the stem and the seat are provided as a single piece.

Fig. 28 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the wine glass stem 224 and cup holder 206 assembly.

In this example, the stem and the seat are provided as separate pieces.

Fig. 30A is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the wine glass stem 234 and cup holder 236 assembly. In this example, the stem and the seat are provided as separate pieces. FIG. 31 is a cross-sectional view of the wine glass stem and cup holder assembly of FIG. 30. The cross-sectional view is taken along line B-B' of the cross-sectional view in fig. 30.

FIG. 34G is a front perspective view of the first stem 264A and cup holder 266A assembly with the aperture 267A in the cup holder 266A. Fig. 34C shows a second stem 264B inserted through aperture 267A to allow stacking of the stem and base assembly. In this example, the cup belly 262B of the second cupped stem glass belly is inverted and stacked on the cup belly of the first cupped stem glass belly 262A. In this example, the cup holder of the first wine glass has an aperture offset from the stem so that the top of the stem on the second wine glass can be inserted through the aperture to allow the stem and holder assemblies of the first and second wine glasses to be stacked and stored under the inverted stacked cup belly of the first and second wine glasses. In this example, the holes are through. In other examples, the peripheral area around the hole may be colored to make the hole more conspicuous and to clearly identify the glass.

In this example, the stem does not need to be removed from the base. In other examples as shown above, the stem and the base may be disassembled for storage in the storage compartment. In other examples, a glass without a stem may be provided.

In this example, a first magnet is attached to the distal end of the cup stem 265A and a second magnet or metal is provided in the cup belly to enhance the fit. The cup belly may be attached to the cup stem by press fit, threads, quarter turn locking elements, or other mechanical or magnetic mating features.

Detachable cup holder with cork handle

Fig. 35A is a top perspective view of an example removable cup holder 190, the cup holder 190 with a recessed storage area for a cork pull. Fig. 35B is a top view of the removable cup holder 190 of fig. 35A showing the cork pull 193 stored in the cup holder.

Example device-valve Cap and Venturi inflator

Figures 34A-34F illustrate another example embodiment with a bonnet and a venturi inflator. Fig. 34A is a side view of an exemplary embodiment of the portable storage device 102 in a wine pouring orientation with the valve cap 173 open to allow wine to be poured from the device. FIG. 34B is a side detailed view of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A with the bonnet 173 closed. FIG. 34C is a side cross-sectional view of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A showing the bonnet 173 and the venturi inflator 170.

FIG. 34D is a detailed side cross-sectional view of the top of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A showing the venturi inflator 170.

Fig. 34E is an exploded side view of the example embodiment of fig. 34A, showing the top assembly 174 and cup holder 150 removed from the center housing assembly 120. FIG. 34F is a side view of the top assembly 174 of the example embodiment of FIG. 34A, showing the bonnet 173 in an open position so that wine can be poured through the top opening 175 in the bonnet. In this example, threads 192 are provided on the top assembly to secure the top assembly to the insulated chamber (not shown). The large threaded opening in the insulated chamber allows a full bottle of wine to be quickly poured into the insulated chamber.

Detailed description of the preferred embodimentthermally insulated wine storage container with lower storage compartment and spiral bottle opener storage

Fig. 31 is an exploded cross-sectional view of the portable storage device of fig. 1 taken along line B-B'. Is an exploded cross-sectional view of a second exemplary embodiment 101 of the portable storage device of fig. 1. In this example, the spiral bottle opener assembly 250 is stored in a storage compartment.

Fig. 32 is an exploded cross-sectional view of the portable storage device of fig. 1 taken along line B-B'. Fig. 33 is a cross-sectional view of the portable storage device of fig. 32A taken along line B-B'.

Detailed description of the preferred embodiment-handbag

In this embodiment, a carrying bag is provided to accommodate the device and treats or accessories. The carrier bag will have both functional and fashionable design. Functional designs will include methods of securing the bottle; compartments for storing accessories such as cell phones, keys or other items; and a handle or strap for easy carrying. Fashionable designs may provide materials, patterns, and colors that reflect destination-based themes, such as a bold color for beaches, a luxurious texture for parks, and a waterproof lining for swimming pools. The carrier bag may be lettered for the user or sponsor, such as a resort or brewery. The handbag can be sold separately or as part of a kit that includes the storage device and accessories.

Method for using user-filled containers

In this example, the insulated liquid storage compartment 130 contains a standard bottle of 750ml wine. In other embodiments, the liquid storage chamber may be greater or less than 750 ml. The user selects a wine and removes the top assembly 160 to expose a large fill opening at the top of the liquid storage chamber. The top assembly may be provided with a screw thread, quarter-turn closure, press-fit or other closure element to provide a water-tight seal. The user pours the wine they choose into the liquid storage chamber through the large opening; and replace the top assembly. The device is then transported by grasping the device or its carrying bag.

At a later time or a different place, the lower storage compartment is opened by loosening the base 150 and lifting the device to expose the cup or glass assembly. The cup or glass unit can be disassembled and assembled if necessary. Wine is poured into each cup or assembled wine glass by opening the top cap 166 or lid 167. After use, the cup or glass is placed back into the storage compartment by reversing the procedure used to access the cup or glass.

Detailed description of the preferred embodimentsthe method of pre-filling

In this embodiment, vendors such as pool bars, hotels, restaurants, breweries, special events or beach vendors sell, lend, give away, rent or any arrangement made between the person drinking the wine and the vendor providing the wine (as a single use or multiple use scenario), whereby the contents can be pre-filled ahead of time or on demand as requested by the person drinking the wine. In some examples, as part of their wine supply or other liquid sale, a vendor may provide a container for use by their customers as a temporary borrowing method, wherein the container is returned to the vendor empty so that the vendor may provide reuse for the same or other customers with similar capacity in the future. In other examples, a brewery or other merchant may sell empty or filled devices with contents on demand or at an earlier date, and the liquid storage chamber is provided with an airtight seal.

Detailed description of the preferred embodiments-prefilled, disposable, Single use

In this embodiment, a supplier, such as a high volume brewery, pre-fills, seals and transports break-resistant disposable bottles with a lower storage compartment containing disposable wineglasses to a retailer at a source bottling plant so that the contents are available in a refrigerated area or shelf for quick and easy access. In some examples, a disposable single serve bottle with a lower storage chamber containing a disposable wine glass may include an air inflation element integral with the bottle.

Detailed description of the preferred embodiment-use of a container with an insulated chamber and an inflatable element in a restaurant

In some applications, such as restaurants, bars or outdoor venues, it is not necessary to store wine glasses in the apparatus. Customers can obtain a better drinking experience by conveniently placing the wine in the insulated cavity of the container on a table or place convenient for them and aerating the wine through the integral aerating element when pouring the wine. In this example, the customer is able to drink by himself without the need for an attendant or attendant, ensuring that the remaining unopened contents are isolated from external heat, and are aerated as the contents are poured out. In this example, a restaurant, bar, or outdoor venue can provide a customer with a personal wine bottle experience, and the restaurant, bar, or outdoor venue can fill a wine bottle from the second external large dispensing system.

It is to be understood that the specific embodiments and examples described above are illustrative only and not limiting. Various modifications may occur to those skilled in the art, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A container for transporting, storing and dispensing liquids, the container comprising a housing, the housing comprising:

a cylindrical body portion having a first diameter,

an upper neck portion, comprising:

a cylindrical bottom having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter,

a top opening having an inner diameter, an

An internal passage between the lower portion and the top opening, an

A transition portion between the cylindrical body portion and the upper neck portion such that the upper neck portion is separable from the cylindrical body portion;

an insulated cavity positioned within the cylindrical body portion of the housing and having an upper opening aligned with the internal passage of the upper neck portion;

a cap, lid, or valve configured to cover the top opening of the upper neck; and

a storage chamber provided in a lower portion of the cylindrical body portion of the housing.

2. The container of claim 1, wherein,

the insulated chamber is a vacuum sealed insulated chamber having a capacity of at least 750ml and is positioned within an upper portion of the cylindrical body portion.

3. The container of claim 1, wherein,

the insulating chamber includes a ceramic liner.

4. The container of claim 4, further comprising:

the cup holder can be removed.

5. The container of claim 1, wherein the container has the shape of a large wine bottle, and further comprising:

the transition portion of the housing comprising:

a projection integral with the cylindrical body portion, an

A recess integral with the upper neck; and

the upper neck portion is separated from the cylindrical body portion at an intersection of the convex portion of the cylindrical body portion and the concave portion of the upper neck portion.

6. The container of claim 1, further comprising:

a first cup belly configured to be storable in the storage compartment.

7. The container of claim 6, further comprising:

a second wineglass belly configured to be stacked with the first wineglass belly such that the stacked first and second wineglass bells can be stored in the storage chamber.

8. The container of claim 7, wherein,

the first wine glass has a glass stem and a glass seat assembly, can be removed from the first wine glass belly, and can be stored in the storage chamber; and

the second wine glass has a glass stem and a glass base assembly, is removable from the second glass belly, and is storable in the storage compartment.

9. The container of claim 8, wherein,

the first wine glass stem and cup seat assembly also comprises a cup seat with a hole; and

the second wine glass stem and the glass base component further comprise a glass stem, and the glass stem is arranged to be partially inserted into a hole in the base of the first wine glass base.

10. The container of claim 8, wherein,

the first wine glass stem and the glass base component also comprise a hollow glass stem; and

the second wine glass stem and the glass base component further comprise a glass stem, and the glass stem is partially inserted into the hollow glass stem of the first wine glass base.

11. The container kit of claim 7,

said cup holder of said first wine glass stem and cup holder assembly being removable from said cup stem of said first wine glass stem and cup holder assembly; and

the cup holder and the cup stem of the first wineglass stem and cup holder assembly are configured to be storable in the storage compartment.

12. The container of claim 1, further comprising:

a wine bottle opener storable in the storage compartment.

13. The container of claim 1, further comprising:

a venturi inflation element integral with the upper neck.

14. The container of claim 1, further comprising a removable cup holder.

15. The container of claim 2, wherein,

the insulating cavity has a concave bottom.

16. The container of claim 1, wherein,

the upper neck has external threads configured to mate with internal threads provided on the insulating cavity.

17. A method for transporting, storing and racking wine, the method comprising:

providing a container, the container comprising:

a housing having a shape like a large wine bottle, the housing comprising a cylindrical body portion having a first diameter and an upper neck portion, the upper neck portion comprising:

a cylindrical bottom having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter,

a top opening having an inner diameter, an

An internal passage between the lower portion and the top opening, an

A transition portion between the cylindrical body portion and the upper neck portion such that the upper neck portion is separated from the cylindrical body portion,

an insulated chamber having a capacity of at least 750ml, positioned within the cylindrical body portion of the housing, and having an upper opening aligned with the internal passage of the upper neck portion,

a cap or cover arranged to cover the top opening of the upper neck, an

A storage chamber provided in a lower portion of the cylindrical body portion of the housing;

pouring wine into the insulated cavity at a first location;

storing a pair of wine glasses in the storage chamber;

transporting the container to a second location and removing the pair of wine glasses from the storage chamber; and

pouring a portion of the wine in the container into the pair of wineglasses.

18. The method for transporting, storing and racking wine of claim 17,

storing a pair of wine glasses in the storage compartment further comprises storing a pair of disassembled wine glasses; and

removing the pair of wineglasses from the storage chamber in the second position further comprises assembling each of the pair of wineglasses.

19. The method for transporting, storing and racking wine of claim 18,

storing a pair of wine glasses in the storage compartment further comprises storing a pair of disassembled wine glasses, further comprising:

providing a first disassembled wine glass,

the first disassembled wine glass comprises a first glass belly, an

A first cup holder with a first integral cup stem, the first cup holder comprising:

a hole offset from the first unitary cup stem;

providing a second disassembled wineglass, the second disassembled wineglass comprising:

a second cup belly, and

a second cup holder with a second integral cup stem;

forming a cup holder and cup stem stack by lowering the second cup holder with a second integral cup stem above the first cup holder with a first integral cup stem by inserting the second integral cup stem through a hole in the first cup holder;

forming an inverted cup belly stack by inverting and stacking one of the first or second cup bells over the other inverted cup belly; and

and placing the inverted cup belly stack on the cup seat and cup stem stack, and placing the combined inverted cup belly stack, cup seat and cup stem stack in the storage chamber.