EP1599163B1 - Teat structure for a bottle-type container, bottle or similar - Google Patents

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EP1599163B1
EP1599163B1 EP04715359A EP04715359A EP1599163B1 EP 1599163 B1 EP1599163 B1 EP 1599163B1 EP 04715359 A EP04715359 A EP 04715359A EP 04715359 A EP04715359 A EP 04715359A EP 1599163 B1 EP1599163 B1 EP 1599163B1
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Cyrille Guillot
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61J—CONTAINERS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR MEDICAL OR PHARMACEUTICAL PURPOSES; DEVICES OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR BRINGING PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS INTO PARTICULAR PHYSICAL OR ADMINISTERING FORMS; DEVICES FOR ADMINISTERING FOOD OR MEDICINES ORALLY; BABY COMFORTERS; DEVICES FOR RECEIVING SPITTLE
    • A61J11/00—Teats
    • A61J11/04—Teats with means for fastening to bottles
    • A61J11/045—Teats with means for fastening to bottles with interlocking means, e.g. protrusions or indentations on the teat
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    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61J—CONTAINERS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR MEDICAL OR PHARMACEUTICAL PURPOSES; DEVICES OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR BRINGING PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS INTO PARTICULAR PHYSICAL OR ADMINISTERING FORMS; DEVICES FOR ADMINISTERING FOOD OR MEDICINES ORALLY; BABY COMFORTERS; DEVICES FOR RECEIVING SPITTLE
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  • the present invention relates to an original nipple structure adapted to be mounted on a bottle-type container, bottle, bottle or the like.
  • nipple structures that can be mounted on a container.
  • the document EP-0 456 572 discloses a structure consisting of a nipple body of deformable flexible material comprising a nipple-shaped portion provided with an end orifice, extended at its base by a skirt of generally tubular shape; this skirt is provided with means for receiving and maintaining an insert ring of generally cylindrical shape, made of rigid or semi-rigid material, which ring has an inner face provided with means for fixing it to the container.
  • This pacifier structure is easily adaptable to different forms of containers, and in particular bottles with a screw neck. However, it does not offer an optimal seal; in addition, the reported ring can quite easily separate from the nipple body, which is a potential source of accidents for young children in particular.
  • the nipple structure that is the subject of this document is of the type described above, that is to say that it consists of a nipple body of deformable flexible material provided with a skirt of generally tubular shape. in which is placed a ring for attachment to a container.
  • the teat body further comprises an internal cylindrical extension extending from the base of the nipple-shaped portion, coaxially to the outer tubular skirt, which extension is provided at its free end with a flexible annular lip, extending outward and perpendicularly or substantially perpendicular to the axis of the teat structure, so as to form an internal annular groove.
  • This annular groove is intended to receive an internal collar arranged at the upper end of the inner face of the insert ring, so that said flexible lip is positioned under the underside of said flange, forming shoulder.
  • the insert ring is effectively held on the pacifier body only when this pacifier structure is properly mounted and screwed onto the neck of the container.
  • the tightness of this pacifier structure is not in more fully guaranteed, especially if it is not screwed tight enough on the container.
  • the present invention provides an improvement to the structures of pacifiers of the type described in document US-6,032,810 , ensuring an effective connection between the nipple and the insert ring, in particular to obtain optimum safety of use and sealing.
  • the teat body of the structure according to the invention comprises a skirt provided with an annular return at its free end, extending inwards, so as to be positioned under the lower edge of the ring. reported, and this internal return is provided on its upper face, an annular groove shaped to receive a complementary annular rib arranged on the lower edge of said ring insert.
  • the annular return of the nipple body extends over a length substantially corresponding to the thickness of the insert ring.
  • the annular rib is advantageously arranged on the outer periphery of the lower edge of the ring, in the extension of the outer face of said ring.
  • the pacifier structure comprises a ring whose outer face is provided with at least one protruding member adapted to be positioned in a housing of complementary shape arranged on the inner face of the skirt of the teat body.
  • the corresponding projecting member (s) are inclined in the direction of the lower edge of the ring, to limit the possibility of this ring becoming disassembled from the teat body, during traction on the latter.
  • the insert ring is provided with a plurality of projecting members, in the form of monobloc fins, regularly distributed over the periphery of its outer face.
  • the insert ring is provided with a single protruding member in the form of a collar, extending over the entire periphery of its outer face.
  • the insert ring is provided, under the upper flange, with a thread adapted to allow the screwing of the teat structure on a complementary thread arranged on the receiving container.
  • the subject of the invention is also the teat body and the attached ring made of rigid or semi-rigid material, adapted to form the teat structure as described above.
  • the figure 1 is a schematic representation, in section, of a nipple structure 1 according to the invention mounted by screwing on the neck 2 of a container 3.
  • This teat 1 structure consists mainly of a teat body 4 of deformable flexible material, associated with an attached ring 5, made of rigid or semi-rigid material.
  • the teat body 4 is shown in isolation on the figure 2 . It comprises a nipple-shaped portion 6 provided with an end orifice 7. This nipple-shaped portion 6 is extended at its base 8 by a skirt 9 of generally tubular shape, of axis 1 ', of which free end has an annular internal return 10; the annular return 10 is provided on its upper face 28 with a circular groove 29 of square or rectangular section.
  • the aforementioned nipple-shaped portion 6 may optionally be provided with a plurality of end orifices 7 of appropriate calibres; these parameters are determined according to the expected flow rate of the pacifier structure, and this in particular according to the age of the child.
  • the nipple body 4 further comprises an internal cylindrical extension 11, extending co-axially to the skirt 9 over a short length from the base 8 of the nipple 6.
  • the free end of this extension 11 is provided with an annular flexible lip 12 extending outwardly, perpendicular to the axis 1 ', so as to form an inner annular groove 13 whose opening is oriented outwards.
  • the inner face of the skirt 9, with the return 10 and the annular groove 13, define a housing 14 for receiving the ring 5, as described in more detail below.
  • the teat body 4 is made in one piece by molding a material having the appropriate characteristics of resilience as well as mechanical and chemical resistance; one can for example use a natural or synthetic elastomeric material.
  • the attached ring 5 is shown isolated from the pacifier body 4, on the figure 3 .
  • This ring 5 has a generally cylindrical shape; it is delimited by an upper rim 15, a lower rim 16, an outer face 17 and an inner face 18, the latter delimiting a central orifice 19.
  • the upper edge 15 has an annular flange 20 which extends inwards, perpendicularly to the axis 1 'of the ring 5, the bottom face 21 of which forms an annular shoulder.
  • This annular shoulder 21 extends in a plane that is perpendicular to the axis 1 'of the ring 5.
  • the inner face 18 of the ring 5 comprises a thread 22 intended to cooperate with the complementary thread 22 'arranged on the external face of the neck 2 of the container 3.
  • the lower edge 16 is provided with an annular rib 30, shaped to fit in the aforementioned circular groove 29 of the return 10 of the nipple body 4.
  • This rib 30 has a square or rectangular section complementary to the shape of the groove 29
  • the return of the teat body 4 has a length which corresponds approximately to the thickness of the ring 5.
  • the rib 30 is arranged on the outer periphery of the ring 5, in the extension of its outer face 17.
  • the ring 5 is made by molding a polypropylene-type plastic material, for example, to obtain a rigid or semi-rigid assembly.
  • the positioning of the ring 5 by embedding within the housing 14 arranged in the nipple body 4 allows to obtain the nipple structure 1 as shown in FIG. figure 1 .
  • This embedding is made possible because of the great flexibility of the nipple body 4.
  • the fastening and sealing characteristics between the nipple body 4 and the insert ring 5 are further optimized by positioning the return 10 against the lower edge 16 of the ring 5, and by the aforementioned embedding of the rib 30 of the ring 5 in the reception groove 29 of the pacifier body 4.
  • FIGS. 4 to 11 represent various other possible embodiments of teat structures according to the invention, comprising an insert ring provided with at least one member projecting on their outer face, intended to cooperate with at least one complementary housing arranged on the inner face of the skirt of the pacifier body.
  • This structural feature further improves the sealing and cohesion between said nipple body and said ring insert. It also makes it possible to prevent, or at least limit, the rotation of said ring with respect to said teat body, and vice versa. It is thus easier to screw or unscrew the pacifier structure on the receiving container.
  • nipple structures 1, described below in relation to the Figures 4 to 11 are each formed, as described in the previous embodiment, of a nipple body 4 and an insert ring 5.
  • the nipple body 4 mainly comprises a nipple-shaped portion 6 extended by an outer cylindrical skirt 9 provided with an internal annular return 10, on the upper face 28 of which the circular groove 29 is arranged, and - by an internal cylindrical extension 11 provided with an outer annular lip 12.
  • the insert ring 5 has a generally cylindrical shape, and it has an inner flange 20 which protrudes into the central opening 19 from its upper edge 15, in which the flexible lip 12 the nipple body 4 is positioned during assembly; it further comprises, on its lower edge 16, the annular rib 30 adapted to fit in the groove 29 of the inner annular return 10.
  • the Figures 4 and 5 represent a first possible embodiment of a nipple structure according to the invention, the insert ring 5 is provided with protruding members.
  • the corresponding insert 5 is provided on its outer face 17 with a plurality of members 25 projecting in the form of monobloc fins, extending perpendicular to the axis 1 'of the ring 5; these members 25 are regularly distributed on its periphery, as can be seen on the figure 5 .
  • These members 25 are intended to fit into complementary notches 26 arranged on the internal face of the skirt 9, in the extension of the housing 14.
  • the embedding of the rib 30 of the ring 5 in the receiving groove 29 of the nipple body 4, related to the complementarity of the shapes, further improves the connection between said nipple body 4 and said insert ring 5.
  • the figure 6 represents yet another embodiment of a nipple structure having an insert ring provided with projecting members.
  • the corresponding insert 5 is provided on its outer face 17 with a plurality of members 31 projecting in the form of monobloc fins, regularly distributed on its periphery.
  • These organs 31 are distinguished from those described in connection with the Figures 4 and 5 in that they have a longer length. They are intended to be positioned in complementary housing 32, in the form of light, arranged in the skirt 9 of the nipple body 4. The corresponding members 31 then extend for a short length beyond the outer face of the skirt 9; they can also stop at this external face.
  • This teat 1 structure then offers improved cohesion between the insert ring 5 and the teat body 4.
  • FIGS 7 and 8 illustrate here another embodiment of a pacifier structure 1 according to the invention, comprising an insert ring 5 provided on its outer face 17 with a plurality of members 33 projecting, in the form of monobloc fins inclined in direction of the lower edge 16 of the ring 5; they are regularly distributed on its periphery, as can be seen on the figure 8 .
  • These members 33 are intended to fit into complementary notches 34 arranged on the internal face of the skirt 9.
  • the figure 9 illustrates yet another embodiment of a pacifier structure 1 according to the invention
  • the insert ring 5 is provided with a plurality of members 35 projecting in the form of monobloc fins section tip regularly distributed over its periphery, and intended to fit into complementary notches 36 arranged on the inner face of the skirt 9.
  • the embodiment of the teat structure 1, intended to be formed by the embedding of the insert ring 5 shown on the figure 10 in the nipple body 4 shown in the figure 11 differs from that described above in relation to the Figures 4 to 9 in that it comprises an attached ring 5 provided on its outer face 17 with a single member 37 projecting; this member 37 is in the form of a one-piece collar inclined towards the lower edge 16 of the ring 5, and extends over the entire peripheral of the outer face 17.
  • the corresponding member 37 is intended to be positioned in a complementary housing 38, in the form of an annular groove, arranged on the internal face of the skirt 9, figure 11 .
  • the number and the shape of these protruding members can be modified according to other embodiments, always with a view in particular to ensure cohesion and an optimum seal between the ring 5 and the pacifier body 4.
  • nipple structures according to the invention are particularly suitable for mounting on bottles-type containers, for example bottles of mineral water, yogurt bottles or other bottles. These nipple structures, once mounted, offer a particularly effective seal and safety.

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The invention relates to a teat structure (1) which can be mounted on a bottle-type container, bottle or similar. Said structure (1) comprises a teat body (4) made of a flexible, deformable material, comprising a nipple-shaped (6) part which is provided with an end opening (7) which is extended at the base (8) thereof by a skirt (9) whose general shape is tubular. The skirt (9) is provided with means enabling reception and maintenance of an add-on inner ring (5) whose general shape is cylindrical and which is made of a rigid or semi-rigid material. The ring (5) comprises an inner surface (18) provided with means (22) enabling the fixing thereof on said container (3). The teat structure also comprises an inner cylindrical extension (11) provided with a flexible annular lip (12) on the free end thereof such that an inner annular throat (13) is formed. Said throat (13) is used to receive an inner collar (20) which is arranged on the upper end of the inner surface (18) of the ring (5) such that the flexible lip (12) is positioned underneath the lower surface (21) of the collar (20), forming a shoulder. The teat structure is characterized by the fact that it comprises a teat body (4) whereby the skirt (9) thereof is provided with an annular return element (10) on the free end thereof, extending towards the inside, such that it is positioned underneath the lower edge (16) of the ring (5). The annular return element (19) is provided with an annular groove (29) on the upper surface (28) thereof. Said groove is formed in such a way that it can receive an additional annular rib (30) which is arranged on the inner edge (16) of the ring (5).

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La présente invention concerne une structure de tétine originale apte à être montée sur un contenant de type biberon, flacon, bouteille ou similaire.The present invention relates to an original nipple structure adapted to be mounted on a bottle-type container, bottle, bottle or the like.

On connaît de très nombreux types différents de structures de tétines aptes à être montés sur un contenant.
En particulier, le document EP-0 456 572 décrit une structure constituée d'un corps de tétine en matériau souple déformable comprenant une partie en forme de mamelon munie d'un orifice d'extrémité, prolongée à sa base par une jupe de forme générale tubulaire ; cette jupe est munie de moyens permettant la réception et le maintien d'une bague rapportée de forme générale cylindrique, réalisée en matériau rigide ou semi-rigide, laquelle bague comporte une face interne munie de moyens permettant sa fixation sur le contenant.There are many different types of nipple structures that can be mounted on a container.
In particular, the document EP-0 456 572 discloses a structure consisting of a nipple body of deformable flexible material comprising a nipple-shaped portion provided with an end orifice, extended at its base by a skirt of generally tubular shape; this skirt is provided with means for receiving and maintaining an insert ring of generally cylindrical shape, made of rigid or semi-rigid material, which ring has an inner face provided with means for fixing it to the container.

Cette structure de tétine est aisément adaptable à différentes formes de contenants, et en particulier à des bouteilles munies d'un goulot à vis. Cependant, elle n'offre pas une étanchéité optimale ; en outre, la bague rapportée peut assez facilement se désolidariser du corps de tétine, ce qui est une source potentielle d'accidents pour des enfants en bas âge notamment.This pacifier structure is easily adaptable to different forms of containers, and in particular bottles with a screw neck. However, it does not offer an optimal seal; in addition, the reported ring can quite easily separate from the nipple body, which is a potential source of accidents for young children in particular.

Une structure de tétine visant à résoudre ces inconvénients est détaillée dans le document US-6 032 810 .
La structure de tétine objet de ce document est du type de celle décrite ci-dessus, c'est-à-dire qu'elle est constituée d'un corps de tétine en matériau souple déformable muni d'une jupe de forme générale tubulaire, dans laquelle est placée une bague permettant sa fixation sur un contenant. Le corps de tétine comporte en outre un prolongement cylindrique interne s'étendant à partir de la base de la partie en forme de mamelon, coaxialement à la jupe tubulaire externe, lequel prolongement est muni à son extrémité libre d'une lèvre souple annulaire, s'étendant vers l'extérieur et perpendiculairement ou sensiblement perpendiculairement à l'axe de la structure de tétine, de sorte à former une gorge annulaire interne. Cette gorge annulaire est destinée à recevoir une collerette interne aménagée à l'extrémité supérieure de la face interne de la bague rapportée, de sorte que ladite lèvre souple se positionne sous la face inférieure de ladite collerette, formant épaulement.A pacifier structure to overcome these disadvantages is detailed in the document US-6,032,810 .
The nipple structure that is the subject of this document is of the type described above, that is to say that it consists of a nipple body of deformable flexible material provided with a skirt of generally tubular shape. in which is placed a ring for attachment to a container. The teat body further comprises an internal cylindrical extension extending from the base of the nipple-shaped portion, coaxially to the outer tubular skirt, which extension is provided at its free end with a flexible annular lip, extending outward and perpendicularly or substantially perpendicular to the axis of the teat structure, so as to form an internal annular groove. This annular groove is intended to receive an internal collar arranged at the upper end of the inner face of the insert ring, so that said flexible lip is positioned under the underside of said flange, forming shoulder.

Cependant, la bague rapportée est maintenue efficacement sur le corps de tétine uniquement lorsque cette structure de tétine est convenablement montée et vissée sur le goulot du contenant. L'étanchéité de cette structure de tétine n'est pas en plus entièrement garantie, en particulier encore si elle n'est pas vissée suffisamment serrée sur le contenant.However, the insert ring is effectively held on the pacifier body only when this pacifier structure is properly mounted and screwed onto the neck of the container. The tightness of this pacifier structure is not in more fully guaranteed, especially if it is not screwed tight enough on the container.

Ainsi, la présente invention propose un perfectionnement aux structures de tétines du genre de celle décrite dans le document US-6 032 810 , assurant une solidarisation efficace entre la tétine et la bague rapportée, notamment pour obtenir une sécurité d'utilisation et une étanchéité optimales.
A cet effet, le corps de tétine de la structure conforme à l'invention comporte une jupe munie d'un retour annulaire à son extrémité libre, s'étendant vers l'intérieur, de sorte à se positionner sous la bordure inférieure de la bague rapportée, et ce retour interne est muni, sur sa face supérieure, d'une rainure annulaire conformée pour réceptionner une nervure annulaire complémentaire aménagée sur la bordure inférieure de ladite bague rapportée.Thus, the present invention provides an improvement to the structures of pacifiers of the type described in document US-6,032,810 , ensuring an effective connection between the nipple and the insert ring, in particular to obtain optimum safety of use and sealing.
For this purpose, the teat body of the structure according to the invention comprises a skirt provided with an annular return at its free end, extending inwards, so as to be positioned under the lower edge of the ring. reported, and this internal return is provided on its upper face, an annular groove shaped to receive a complementary annular rib arranged on the lower edge of said ring insert.

De préférence, le retour annulaire du corps de tétine s'étend sur une longueur correspondant sensiblement à l'épaisseur de la bague rapportée. Encore, la nervure annulaire est avantageusement aménagée sur le pourtour externe de la bordure inférieure de la bague, dans le prolongement de la face externe de ladite bague.Preferably, the annular return of the nipple body extends over a length substantially corresponding to the thickness of the insert ring. Again, the annular rib is advantageously arranged on the outer periphery of the lower edge of the ring, in the extension of the outer face of said ring.

Selon une autre particularité, la structure de tétine comporte une bague dont la face externe est munie d'au moins un organe en saillie adapté pour venir se positionner dans un logement de forme complémentaire aménagé sur la face interne de la jupe du corps de tétine.
Cette caractéristique particulière permet d'accroître encore l'étanchéité de la structure de tétine, mais aussi d'améliorer la cohésion entre le corps de tétine et la bague rapportée, dans un souci de sécurité.According to another feature, the pacifier structure comprises a ring whose outer face is provided with at least one protruding member adapted to be positioned in a housing of complementary shape arranged on the inner face of the skirt of the teat body.
This particular feature makes it possible to further increase the tightness of the pacifier structure, but also to improve the cohesion between the pacifier body and the insert ring, for the sake of safety.

Selon une forme de réalisation préférée, le ou les organes en saillie correspondants sont inclinés en direction de la bordure inférieure de la bague, pour limiter les possibilités de désencastrement de cette bague hors du corps de tétine, lors d'une traction sur ce dernier.According to a preferred embodiment, the corresponding projecting member (s) are inclined in the direction of the lower edge of the ring, to limit the possibility of this ring becoming disassembled from the teat body, during traction on the latter.

Selon encore une forme de réalisation préférée, la bague rapportée est munie d'une pluralité d'organes en saillie, en forme d'ailettes monoblocs, régulièrement répartis sur la périphérie de sa face externe.According to another preferred embodiment, the insert ring is provided with a plurality of projecting members, in the form of monobloc fins, regularly distributed over the periphery of its outer face.

Selon encore une autre forme de réalisation, la bague rapportée est munie d'un organe en saillie unique en forme de collet, s'étendant sur toute la périphérie de sa face externe.According to yet another embodiment, the insert ring is provided with a single protruding member in the form of a collar, extending over the entire periphery of its outer face.

D'autre part, et de manière avantageuse, la bague rapportée est munie, sous la collerette supérieure, d'un filetage adapté pour permettre le vissage de la structure de tétine sur un filetage complémentaire aménagé sur le contenant de réception.On the other hand, and advantageously, the insert ring is provided, under the upper flange, with a thread adapted to allow the screwing of the teat structure on a complementary thread arranged on the receiving container.

L'invention a également pour objet le corps de tétine et la bague rapportée en matériau rigide ou semi-rigide, adaptés pour former la structure de tétine telle que décrite ci-dessus.The subject of the invention is also the teat body and the attached ring made of rigid or semi-rigid material, adapted to form the teat structure as described above.

Mais l'invention sera encore illustrée, sans être aucunement limitée, par la description suivante de différents modes de réalisation particuliers, donnés uniquement à titre d'exemples, et représentés sur les dessins annexés dans lesquels :

  • la figure 1 est une vue en coupe d'une structure de tétine conforme à l'invention, montée sur un contenant adapté ;
  • la figure 2 est une vue en coupe du corps de tétine de la structure conforme à la figure 1, représenté de manière isolée ;
  • la figure 3 est une vue en coupe de la bague rapportée de la structure conforme à la figure 1, représentée de manière isolée ;
  • la figure 4 est une représentation en coupe d'une structure de tétine conforme à l'invention, dont la bague rapportée est munie d'organes en forme d'ailettes monoblocs perpendiculaires à l'axe de la jupe du corps de tétine ;
  • la figure 5 représente une section selon 5-5 de la structure de tétine représentée sur la figure 4 ;
  • la figure 6 est une représentation d'une section d'une structure de tétine conforme à l'invention, comportant une bague rapportée munie d'ailettes monoblocs traversant la jupe du corps de tétine ;
  • la figure 7 est une représentation en coupe d'une autre forme de structure de tétine conforme à l'invention, dont la bague rapportée est munie d'ailettes monoblocs inclinées vers sa bordure inférieure ;
  • la figure 8 est une vue de la section selon 8-8 de la structure de tétine représentée sur la figure 7 ;
  • la figure 9 est une représentation d'une section d'une structure de tétine conforme à l'invention, comportant une bague rapportée munie d'ailettes monoblocs de section en pointe ;
  • la figure 10 est une représentation en perspective, avec une coupe locale, d'une bague conforme à l'invention, munie sur sa face externe d'un organe monobloc en forme de collet ;
  • la figure 11 est une vue en coupe d'un corps de tétine conforme à l'invention, de structure adaptée pour réceptionner la bague rapportée conforme à la figure 10.
But the invention will be further illustrated, without being limited in any way, by the following description of various particular embodiments, given solely by way of example, and represented in the accompanying drawings in which:
  • the figure 1 is a sectional view of a nipple structure according to the invention, mounted on a suitable container;
  • the figure 2 is a sectional view of the nipple body of the structure according to the figure 1 , shown in isolation;
  • the figure 3 is a sectional view of the insert ring of the structure according to the figure 1 , shown in isolation;
  • the figure 4 is a sectional representation of a nipple structure according to the invention, the insert ring is provided with members in the form of monobloc fins perpendicular to the axis of the skirt of the nipple body;
  • the figure 5 represents a section according to 5-5 of the pacifier structure shown on the figure 4 ;
  • the figure 6 is a representation of a section of a nipple structure according to the invention, comprising an insert ring provided with one-piece fins passing through the skirt of the nipple body;
  • the figure 7 is a sectional representation of another form of nipple structure according to the invention, the insert ring is provided with monoblock fins inclined towards its lower edge;
  • the figure 8 is a view of the section according to 8-8 of the pacifier structure shown on the figure 7 ;
  • the figure 9 is a representation of a section of a nipple structure according to the invention, comprising an insert ring provided with one-piece fins section tip;
  • the figure 10 is a perspective representation, with a local section, of a ring according to the invention, provided on its outer face with a one-piece collar-shaped member;
  • the figure 11 is a sectional view of a nipple body according to the invention, of a structure adapted to receive the attached ring according to the figure 10 .

La figure 1 est une représentation schématique, en coupe, d'une structure de tétine 1 conforme à l'invention, montée par vissage sur le goulot 2 d'un contenant 3.The figure 1 is a schematic representation, in section, of a nipple structure 1 according to the invention mounted by screwing on the neck 2 of a container 3.

Cette structure de tétine 1 est principalement constituée d'un corps de tétine 4 en matériau souple déformable, associé à une bague rapportée 5, réalisée en matériau rigide ou semi-rigide.This teat 1 structure consists mainly of a teat body 4 of deformable flexible material, associated with an attached ring 5, made of rigid or semi-rigid material.

Le corps de tétine 4 est représenté de manière isolée sur la figure 2.
Il comporte une partie 6 en forme de mamelon muni d'un orifice d'extrémité 7. Cette partie 6 en forme de mamelon est prolongée à sa base 8 par une jupe 9 de forme générale tubulaire, d'axe 1', dont l'extrémité libre comporte un retour interne annulaire 10 ; le retour annulaire 10 est muni, sur sa face supérieure 28, d'une rainure circulaire 29 de section carrée ou rectangulaire.
Bien entendu, la partie 6 en forme de mamelon précitée peut éventuellement être munie de plusieurs orifices d'extrémités 7, de calibres appropriés ; ces paramètres sont déterminés en fonction du débit attendu de la structure de tétine, et cela notamment en fonction de l'âge de l'enfant.The teat body 4 is shown in isolation on the figure 2 .
It comprises a nipple-shaped portion 6 provided with an end orifice 7. This nipple-shaped portion 6 is extended at its base 8 by a skirt 9 of generally tubular shape, of axis 1 ', of which free end has an annular internal return 10; the annular return 10 is provided on its upper face 28 with a circular groove 29 of square or rectangular section.
Of course, the aforementioned nipple-shaped portion 6 may optionally be provided with a plurality of end orifices 7 of appropriate calibres; these parameters are determined according to the expected flow rate of the pacifier structure, and this in particular according to the age of the child.

Le corps de tétine 4 comporte en outre un prolongement cylindrique interne 11, s'étendant co-axialement à la jupe 9 sur une courte longueur à partir de la base 8 du mamelon 6. L'extrémité libre de ce prolongement 11 est munie d'une lèvre souple annulaire 12 s'étendant vers l'extérieur, perpendiculairement à l'axe 1', de sorte à former une gorge annulaire interne 13 dont l'ouverture est orientée vers l'extérieur.The nipple body 4 further comprises an internal cylindrical extension 11, extending co-axially to the skirt 9 over a short length from the base 8 of the nipple 6. The free end of this extension 11 is provided with an annular flexible lip 12 extending outwardly, perpendicular to the axis 1 ', so as to form an inner annular groove 13 whose opening is oriented outwards.

La face interne de la jupe 9, avec le retour 10 et la gorge annulaire 13, délimitent un logement 14 destiné à recevoir la bague 5, tel que décrit plus en détails ci-après.The inner face of the skirt 9, with the return 10 and the annular groove 13, define a housing 14 for receiving the ring 5, as described in more detail below.

Le corps de tétine 4 est réalisé monobloc par moulage d'un matériau présentant les caractéristiques appropriées de résilience ainsi que de résistance mécanique et chimique ; on peut par exemple utiliser un matériau élastomère naturel ou synthétique.The teat body 4 is made in one piece by molding a material having the appropriate characteristics of resilience as well as mechanical and chemical resistance; one can for example use a natural or synthetic elastomeric material.

La bague rapportée 5 est représentée quant à elle isolée du corps de tétine 4, sur la figure 3.
Cette bague 5 a une forme générale cylindrique ; elle est délimitée par une bordure supérieure 15, une bordure inférieure 16, une face externe 17 et une face interne 18, cette dernière délimitant un orifice central 19.
La bordure supérieure 15 comporte une collerette annulaire 20 qui s'étend vers l'intérieur, perpendiculairement à l'axe 1' de la bague 5, dont la face inférieure 21 forme un épaulement annulaire. Cet épaulement annulaire 21 s'étend dans un plan qui est perpendiculaire à l'axe 1' de la bague 5.
Sous la collerette 20, la face interne 18 de la bague 5 comporte un filetage 22 destiné à coopérer avec le filetage complémentaire 22' aménagé sur la face externe du goulot 2 du contenant 3.
La bordure inférieure 16 est munie d'une nervure annulaire 30, conformée pour s'encastrer dans la rainure circulaire 29 précitée du retour 10 du corps de tétine 4. Cette nervure 30 a une section carrée ou rectangulaire complémentaire à la forme de la rainure 29.The attached ring 5 is shown isolated from the pacifier body 4, on the figure 3 .
This ring 5 has a generally cylindrical shape; it is delimited by an upper rim 15, a lower rim 16, an outer face 17 and an inner face 18, the latter delimiting a central orifice 19.
The upper edge 15 has an annular flange 20 which extends inwards, perpendicularly to the axis 1 'of the ring 5, the bottom face 21 of which forms an annular shoulder. This annular shoulder 21 extends in a plane that is perpendicular to the axis 1 'of the ring 5.
Under the flange 20, the inner face 18 of the ring 5 comprises a thread 22 intended to cooperate with the complementary thread 22 'arranged on the external face of the neck 2 of the container 3.
The lower edge 16 is provided with an annular rib 30, shaped to fit in the aforementioned circular groove 29 of the return 10 of the nipple body 4. This rib 30 has a square or rectangular section complementary to the shape of the groove 29 .

Le retour 10 du corps de tétine 4 a une longueur qui correspond à peu près à l'épaisseur de la bague 5.
D'autre part, on remarque que la nervure 30 est aménagée sur le pourtour externe de la bague 5, dans le prolongement de sa face externe 17.The return of the teat body 4 has a length which corresponds approximately to the thickness of the ring 5.
On the other hand, it is noted that the rib 30 is arranged on the outer periphery of the ring 5, in the extension of its outer face 17.

La bague 5 est réalisée par moulage d'une matière plastique genre polypropylène par exemple, pour obtenir un ensemble rigide ou semi-rigide.The ring 5 is made by molding a polypropylene-type plastic material, for example, to obtain a rigid or semi-rigid assembly.

Le positionnement de la bague 5 par encastrement au sein du logement 14 aménagé dans le corps de tétine 4 permet l'obtention de la structure de tétine 1 telle que représentée sur la figure 1. Cet encastrement est rendu possible du fait de la grande souplesse du corps de tétine 4.The positioning of the ring 5 by embedding within the housing 14 arranged in the nipple body 4 allows to obtain the nipple structure 1 as shown in FIG. figure 1 . This embedding is made possible because of the great flexibility of the nipple body 4.

Sur l'assemblage en question, on remarque l'introduction de la collerette annulaire 20 de la bague 5 au sein de la gorge annulaire 13 du corps de tétine 4 ; la lèvre souple annulaire 12 se positionne alors contre l'épaulement annulaire 21 de ladite collerette 20.
On remarque encore le positionnement du retour 10 sous la bordure inférieure 16 de la bague 5. A ce niveau, l'extrémité du retour 10 arrive approximativement dans le prolongement de la face interne 18 de la bague 5 ; et la nervure 30 de la bague 5 s'encastre dans la rainure 29 du corps de tétine 4, du fait de leur complémentarité de forme, ce qui optimise le maintien du corps de tétine 4 sur la bague rapportée 5.On the assembly in question, it is noted the introduction of the annular collar 20 of the ring 5 in the annular groove 13 of the nipple body 4; the annular flexible lip 12 is then positioned against the annular shoulder 21 of said collar 20.
We still note the positioning of the return 10 under the lower edge 16 of the ring 5. At this point, the end of the return 10 arrives approximately in the extension of the inner face 18 of the ring 5; and the rib 30 of the ring 5 fits into the groove 29 of the nipple body 4, because of their complementary shape, which optimizes the holding of the teat body 4 on the insert ring 5.

Tel que représenté sur la figure 1, lors du montage de la structure de tétine 1 sur le goulot 2 du contenant 3, le vissage est limité par la butée formée par la collerette 20. La lèvre souple annulaire 12 est alors pincée ou comprimée entre l'épaulement 21 de la collerette annulaire 20 et l'extrémité du goulot 2. Cette particularité permet d'obtenir une solidarisation entre le corps de tétine 4 et la bague rapportée 5, mais aussi d'obtenir une certaine étanchéité entre le corps de tétine 4 et le contenant 3, et entre le corps de tétine 4 et la bague rapportée 5.
Les caractéristiques de solidarisation et d'étanchéité entre le corps de tétine 4 et la bague rapportée 5 sont encore optimisées par le positionnement du retour 10 contre la bordure inférieure 16 de la bague 5, et par l'encastrement précité de la nervure 30 de la bague 5 dans la rainure d'accueil 29 du corps de tétine 4.As shown on the figure 1 during the assembly of the nipple structure 1 on the neck 2 of the container 3, the screwing is limited by the abutment formed by the flange 20. The flexible annular lip 12 is then pinched or compressed between the shoulder 21 of the annular flange 20 and the end of the neck 2. This feature makes it possible to secure the nipple body 4 and the attached ring 5 together, but also to obtain a certain seal between the teat body 4 and the container 3, and between the nipple body 4 and the insert ring 5.
The fastening and sealing characteristics between the nipple body 4 and the insert ring 5 are further optimized by positioning the return 10 against the lower edge 16 of the ring 5, and by the aforementioned embedding of the rib 30 of the ring 5 in the reception groove 29 of the pacifier body 4.

Les figures 4 à 11 représentent différentes autres formes de réalisation possibles de structures de tétines conformes à l'invention, comportant une bague rapportée munie d'au moins un organe en saillie sur leur face externe, destiné à coopérer avec au moins un logement complémentaire aménagé sur la face interne de la jupe du corps de tétine.The Figures 4 to 11 represent various other possible embodiments of teat structures according to the invention, comprising an insert ring provided with at least one member projecting on their outer face, intended to cooperate with at least one complementary housing arranged on the inner face of the skirt of the pacifier body.

Cette particularité structurelle permet d'améliorer encore l'étanchéité et la cohésion entre ledit corps de tétine et ladite bague rapportée.
Elle permet également d'empêcher, ou tout au moins de limiter, la rotation de ladite bague par rapport audit corps de tétine, et réciproquement. Il est ainsi plus aisé de visser ou de dévisser la structure de tétine sur le contenant de réception.This structural feature further improves the sealing and cohesion between said nipple body and said ring insert.
It also makes it possible to prevent, or at least limit, the rotation of said ring with respect to said teat body, and vice versa. It is thus easier to screw or unscrew the pacifier structure on the receiving container.

Pour faciliter la compréhension, les éléments de structures identiques au mode de réalisation précédent conservent les mêmes repères.For ease of understanding, the elements of structures identical to the previous embodiment retain the same references.

Les structures de tétines 1, décrites ci-dessous en relation avec les figures 4 à 11, sont chacune constituées, comme décrit dans le mode de réalisation précédent, d'un corps de tétine 4 et d'une bague rapportée 5.The nipple structures 1, described below in relation to the Figures 4 to 11 , are each formed, as described in the previous embodiment, of a nipple body 4 and an insert ring 5.

Le corps de tétine 4 comporte principalement une partie 6, en forme de mamelon, prolongée - par une jupe cylindrique externe 9 munie d'un retour-annulaire interne 10, sur la face supérieure 28 duquel est aménagée la rainure circulaire 29, et - par un prolongement cylindrique interne 11 muni d'une lèvre annulaire externe 12.
Egalement comme décrit ci-dessus, la bague rapportée 5 a une forme générale cylindrique, et elle comporte une collerette interne 20 qui s'étend en saillie dans l'orifice central 19 à partir de sa bordure supérieure 15, sous laquelle la lèvre souple 12 du corps de tétine 4 vient se positionner lors de l'assemblage ; elle comporte encore, sur sa bordure inférieure 16, la nervure annulaire 30 apte à s'encastrer dans la rainure 29 du retour annulaire interne 10.The nipple body 4 mainly comprises a nipple-shaped portion 6 extended by an outer cylindrical skirt 9 provided with an internal annular return 10, on the upper face 28 of which the circular groove 29 is arranged, and - by an internal cylindrical extension 11 provided with an outer annular lip 12.
Also as described above, the insert ring 5 has a generally cylindrical shape, and it has an inner flange 20 which protrudes into the central opening 19 from its upper edge 15, in which the flexible lip 12 the nipple body 4 is positioned during assembly; it further comprises, on its lower edge 16, the annular rib 30 adapted to fit in the groove 29 of the inner annular return 10.

Les figures 4 et 5 représentent une première forme de réalisation possible d'une structure de tétine conforme à l'invention, dont la bague rapportée 5 est munie d'organes en saillie.The Figures 4 and 5 represent a first possible embodiment of a nipple structure according to the invention, the insert ring 5 is provided with protruding members.

La bague rapportée 5 correspondante est munie sur sa face externe 17 d'une pluralité d'organes 25 en saillie en forme d'ailettes monoblocs, s'étendant perpendiculairement à l'axe 1' de la bague 5 ; ces organes 25 sont régulièrement répartis sur sa périphérie, comme on peut l'observer sur la figure 5.
Ces organes 25 sont destinés à s'insérer dans des encoches complémentaires 26 aménagées sur la face interne de la jupe 9, dans le prolongement du logement 14.The corresponding insert 5 is provided on its outer face 17 with a plurality of members 25 projecting in the form of monobloc fins, extending perpendicular to the axis 1 'of the ring 5; these members 25 are regularly distributed on its periphery, as can be seen on the figure 5 .
These members 25 are intended to fit into complementary notches 26 arranged on the internal face of the skirt 9, in the extension of the housing 14.

L'encastrement de la nervure 30 de la bague 5 dans la rainure d'accueil 29 du corps de tétine 4, lié à la complémentarité des formes, permet encore d'améliorer la solidarisation entre ledit corps de tétine 4 et ladite bague rapportée 5.The embedding of the rib 30 of the ring 5 in the receiving groove 29 of the nipple body 4, related to the complementarity of the shapes, further improves the connection between said nipple body 4 and said insert ring 5.

La figure 6 représente encore une autre forme de réalisation d'une structure de tétine comportant une bague rapportée munie d'organes en saillie.The figure 6 represents yet another embodiment of a nipple structure having an insert ring provided with projecting members.

Selon cette forme de réalisation particulière, la bague rapportée 5 correspondante est munie sur sa face externe 17 d'une pluralité d'organes 31 en saillie, en forme d'ailettes monoblocs, régulièrement répartis sur sa périphérie.
Ces organes 31 se distinguent de ceux décrits en relation avec les figures 4 et 5, en ce qu'ils présentent une longueur supérieure. Ils sont destinés à se positionner dans des logements complémentaires 32, en forme de lumière, aménagés dans la jupe 9 du corps de tétine 4. Les organes 31 correspondants s'étendent alors sur une courte longueur au-delà de la face externe de la jupe 9 ; ils peuvent aussi s'arrêter au niveau de cette face externe.According to this particular embodiment, the corresponding insert 5 is provided on its outer face 17 with a plurality of members 31 projecting in the form of monobloc fins, regularly distributed on its periphery.
These organs 31 are distinguished from those described in connection with the Figures 4 and 5 in that they have a longer length. They are intended to be positioned in complementary housing 32, in the form of light, arranged in the skirt 9 of the nipple body 4. The corresponding members 31 then extend for a short length beyond the outer face of the skirt 9; they can also stop at this external face.

Cette structure de tétine 1 offre alors une cohésion améliorée entre la bague rapportée 5 et le corps de tétine 4.This teat 1 structure then offers improved cohesion between the insert ring 5 and the teat body 4.

Les figures 7 et 8 illustrent ici une autre forme de réalisation d'une structure de tétine 1 conforme à l'invention, comportant une bague rapportée 5 munie sur sa face externe 17 d'une pluralité d'organes 33 en saillie, en forme d'ailettes monoblocs inclinées en direction de la bordure inférieure 16 de la bague 5 ; ils sont régulièrement répartis sur sa périphérie, comme on peut l'observer sur la figure 8.
Ces organes 33 sont destinés à s'insérer dans des encoches complémentaires 34 aménagées sur la face interne de la jupe 9.The Figures 7 and 8 illustrate here another embodiment of a pacifier structure 1 according to the invention, comprising an insert ring 5 provided on its outer face 17 with a plurality of members 33 projecting, in the form of monobloc fins inclined in direction of the lower edge 16 of the ring 5; they are regularly distributed on its periphery, as can be seen on the figure 8 .
These members 33 are intended to fit into complementary notches 34 arranged on the internal face of the skirt 9.

Cette conformation particulière des organes 33 et de leurs encoches complémentaires 34 permet de limiter les possibilités de désencastrement de la bague 5 hors du corps de tétine 4, lors d'une traction sur ce dernier.This particular conformation of the members 33 and their complementary notches 34 makes it possible to limit the possibilities of unmounting the ring 5 from the teat body 4, during a pull on the latter.

La figure 9 illustre encore une forme de réalisation d'une structure de tétine 1 conforme à l'invention, dont la bague rapportée 5 est munie d'une pluralité d'organes 35 en saillie en forme d'ailettes monoblocs de section en pointe, régulièrement répartis sur sa périphérie, et destinés à s'insérer dans des encoches complémentaires 36 aménagées sur la face interne de la jupe 9.The figure 9 illustrates yet another embodiment of a pacifier structure 1 according to the invention, the insert ring 5 is provided with a plurality of members 35 projecting in the form of monobloc fins section tip regularly distributed over its periphery, and intended to fit into complementary notches 36 arranged on the inner face of the skirt 9.

La forme de réalisation de la structure de tétine 1, destinée à être formée par l'encastrement de la bague rapportée 5 représentée sur la figure 10, dans le corps de tétine 4 représenté sur la figure 11, se distingue de celle décrite précédemment en relation avec les figures 4 à 9 en ce qu'elle comporte une bague rapportée 5 munie sur sa face externe 17 d'un organe unique 37 en saillie ; cet organe 37 est en forme de collet monobloc incliné en direction de la bordure inférieure 16 de la bague 5, et s'étend sur toute la périphérique de la face externe 17.The embodiment of the teat structure 1, intended to be formed by the embedding of the insert ring 5 shown on the figure 10 in the nipple body 4 shown in the figure 11 differs from that described above in relation to the Figures 4 to 9 in that it comprises an attached ring 5 provided on its outer face 17 with a single member 37 projecting; this member 37 is in the form of a one-piece collar inclined towards the lower edge 16 of the ring 5, and extends over the entire peripheral of the outer face 17.

L'organe 37 correspondant est destiné à se positionner dans un logement complémentaire 38, en forme de gorge annulaire, aménagé sur la face interne de la jupe 9, figure 11.The corresponding member 37 is intended to be positioned in a complementary housing 38, in the form of an annular groove, arranged on the internal face of the skirt 9, figure 11 .

Bien entendu, conformément à l'invention, le nombre et la forme de ces organes en saillie peuvent encore être modifiés selon d'autres formes de réalisation, toujours en vue notamment d'assurer une cohésion et une étanchéité optimale entre la bague 5 et le corps de tétine 4.Of course, according to the invention, the number and the shape of these protruding members can be modified according to other embodiments, always with a view in particular to ensure cohesion and an optimum seal between the ring 5 and the pacifier body 4.

Les structures de tétines conformes à l'invention, sont particulièrement adaptées pour être montées sur des contenants de type bouteilles, par exemple de type bouteilles d'eau minérale, bouteilles de yaourt ou autres.
Ces structures de tétines, une fois montées, offrent une étanchéité et une sécurité particulièrement efficaces.The nipple structures according to the invention are particularly suitable for mounting on bottles-type containers, for example bottles of mineral water, yogurt bottles or other bottles.
These nipple structures, once mounted, offer a particularly effective seal and safety.

Claims (10)

  1. A teat structure intended to be mounted on a baby bottle or bottle-type container or the like, said structure (1) comprising a teat body (4) made of a flexible deformable material, having a nipple-shaped part (6) provided with at least one end opening (7) and with a generally tubular skirt (9) extending from the base (8) thereof, said skirt (9) being provided with means for accommodating and holding a generally cylindrical add-on inner ring (5) made of a rigid or semi-rigid material, said ring (5) comprising an inner face (18) provided with means (22) for the fixation thereof on said container (3), said teat body (4) further comprising an inner cylindrical extension (11) extending coaxially with the tubular skirt (9) from the base (8) of the nipple (6), said extension (11) being provided at its free end with an annular flexible lip (12) extending outwardly and perpendicularly or substantially perpendicularly to the axis (1') of the teat structure (1) so as to form an inner annular throat (13), said annular throat (13) being intended to accommodate an inner flange (20) arranged at the upper end of the inner face (18) of said ring (5) so that the flexible lip (12) is positioned under the shoulder-forming lower face (21) of said flange (20), characterized in that it comprises a teat body (4) the skirt (9) of which is provided with an inwardly extending annular return element (10) at the free end thereof so that it is positioned under the lower edge (16) of the ring (5), said annular return element (10) being provided on its upper face (28) with an annular groove (29) shaped so as to accommodate a mating annular rib (30) arranged on the lower edge (16) of the ring (5).
  2. A teat structure according to claim 1, characterized in that the annular return element (10) of the teat body (4) extends over a length which substantially corresponds to the thickness of the ring (5).
  3. A teat structure according to any one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the annular rib (30) is arranged on the outer circumference of the lower edge (16) of the ring (5), in continuation of the outer face (17) of said ring (5).
  4. A teat structure according to any one of claims 1 to 3,
    characterized in that it comprises a ring (5) provided with at least one protruding member (25, 31, 33, 35, 37) arranged on the outer face (17) thereof, adapted to be positioned in a mating housing (26, 32, 34, 36, 38) arranged on the inner face of the skirt (9) of the teat body (4).
  5. A teat structure according to claim 4, characterized in that the ring (5) comprises at least one protruding member (33) sloping toward the lower edge (16) thereof to restrain possibilities for the ring (5) to disengage from the teat body (4) when the latter is pulled.
  6. A teat structure according to any one of claims 4 or 5, characterized in that it comprises a ring (5) provided with a plurality of protruding members (25, 31, 33, 35) shaped as integrated winglets evenly distributed over the periphery of the outer face (17) thereof, adapted to be positioned in mating housings (26, 32, 34, 36) arranged on the inner face of the skirt (9) of the teat body (4).
  7. A teat structure according to any one of claims 4 or 5, characterized in that it comprises a ring (5) provided with a protruding member (37) shaped as an integrated collar extending over the periphery of the outer face (17) thereof, adapted to be positioned in a mating housing (38) shaped as an annular throat, arranged on the inner face of the skirt (9) of the teat body (4).
  8. A teat structure according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that it comprises a ring (5) provided on its inner face (18), under the flange (20), with a thread (22) adapted to be screwed on a mating thread (22') arranged on the receiving container (3).
  9. A teat body for the teat structure (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that it is made of a flexible deformable material, having a nipple-shaped part (6) provided with at least one end opening (7) and with a generally tubular skirt (9) extending from the base (8) thereof, said teat body (4) comprising an inner cylindrical extension (11) extending coaxially with the tubular skirt (9) from the base (8) of the nipple (6), said extension being provided at its free end with an annular flexible lip (12) extending outwardly and perpendicularly or substantially perpendicularly to the axis (1') of the teat structure (1) so as to form an inner annular throat (13), and said skirt (9) being provided with an inwardly extending annular return element (10) at the free end thereof, said annular return element (10) being provided on its upper face (28) with an annular groove (29) shaped so as to accommodate a mating annular rib (30) arranged on the lower edge (16) of an added on ring (5).
  10. A ring made of a rigid or semi-rigid material for the teat structure (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that it has a generally cylindrical shape, and in that it comprises an inner thread (22), an inner flange (20) arranged at the upper end of the inner face (18) thereof, and an annular rib (30) arranged on its lower edge (16).
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