JP7168778B2 - Containers and methods of forming containers - Google Patents

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS This application claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. The application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Application No. 16/180,599, filed November 5, 2018, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Application No. 15/786, filed October 17, 2017. , 163, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/409,242, filed Oct. 17, 2016; It claims the benefit of and priority to patent application Ser. No. 62/508,793. The contents of these applications are expressly incorporated herein by reference in their entirety for all non-limiting purposes.

TECHNICAL FIELD The disclosure herein relates generally to containers, and more specifically to beverage containers for use with beverages or foods.

The container can be configured to hold a fixed amount of liquid. The container can hold hot or cold potable liquids such as water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, or alcoholic beverages such as beer. These containers can be formed of double-walled, vacuum-formed construction to provide insulating properties that help maintain the temperature of the liquid within the container.

This Summary of the Invention is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further described below in the Detailed Description. The Summary of the Invention is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor can it be used to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter. Not intended.

In certain instances, the insulated container can be configured to hold a fixed amount of liquid. The insulated container comprises a canister having a first inner wall having a first end with an opening extending to an internal reservoir for containing a liquid, and a second outer wall and bottom forming an outer shell of the canister. can include The bottom can form a second end configured to support the canister on a surface.

The insulated container may include a spout adapter configured to seal the opening of the canister and provide a resealable spout opening that is narrower than the opening of the canister, and the contents in the internal reservoir of the canister. more controlled and easier to pour into another container. In one example, the other container can be a cup formed as a lid removably coupled to the top of the spout adapter.

The present disclosure is presented by way of example and not limitation in the accompanying drawings in which like reference numerals indicate similar elements.
1 illustrates an isometric view of an insulated container according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 2 illustrates another isometric view of the insulated container in FIG. 1, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 2 illustrates another isometric view of the insulated container in FIG. 1, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 2 illustrates an exploded isometric view of the insulated container in FIG. 1, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. FIG. 12B shows a more detailed isometric view of the top of the spout adapter, according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 10B shows a more detailed isometric view of the bottom of the spout adapter, according to one or more aspects described herein. 1 schematically illustrates a cross-sectional isometric view of a spout adapter, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. FIG. 10B shows an isometric view of a cap, according to one or more aspects described herein. 2 schematically illustrates a cross-sectional view of the insulated container in FIG. 1, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 3A-3D illustrate steps in a molding process for a spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. 3A-3D illustrate steps in a molding process for a spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. 3A-3D illustrate steps in a molding process for a spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. 3A-3D illustrate steps in a molding process for a spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. 3A-3D illustrate steps in a molding process for a spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. 3A-3D illustrate steps in a molding process for a spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 10 illustrates an isometric view of an aperture adapter assembly configured to be removably coupled to an insulated container according to one or more aspects described herein; 12 illustrates an exploded isometric view of the aperture adapter assembly in FIG. 11, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. FIG. 10 illustrates an isometric view of a plug structure, according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 10B illustrates a bottom view of an aperture adapter, according to one or more aspects described herein. 1 schematically illustrates a cross-sectional view of a plug structure fully engaged with an aperture adapter, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. FIG. 4 schematically illustrates another cross-sectional view of a plug structure in a partially uncoupled configuration with respect to an aperture adapter, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 12 illustrates an isometric view of an alternative embodiment of an insulated container, according to one or more aspects described herein; 17 illustrates another isometric view of the insulated container of FIG. 16, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. FIG. 10B illustrates an isometric view of a spout adapter, according to one or more aspects described herein. 19 illustrates another isometric view of the spout adapter of FIG. 18, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 19 illustrates another isometric view of the spout adapter of FIG. 18 from another orientation, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 19 illustrates a plan view of the spout adapter of FIG. 18, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 19 illustrates another isometric view of the spout adapter of FIG. 18, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 19 illustrates an elevational view of the spout adapter of FIG. 18, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 19 illustrates a cross-sectional view of the spout adapter of FIG. 18, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. 1 schematically illustrates an isometric view of a spout adapter with a top cap removed, according to one or more aspects described herein; FIG. FIG. 10B shows an isometric view of a top cap, according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 10A illustrates an isometric view of a drawn gasket, according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 12 illustrates another isometric view of a pull out gasket, according to one or more aspects described herein. Further, these figures are to be understood as being to-scale depictions of different components of various examples, although the disclosed examples are not limited to that particular scale.

In the following description of various examples, reference is made to the accompanying drawings which form a part hereof and which illustrate by way of various examples in which aspects of the present disclosure may be implemented. It is to be understood that other examples may be utilized and structural and functional changes may be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure.

FIG. 1 illustrates an isometric view of an insulated container 100 according to one or more aspects described herein. In one example, container 100 can be configured to hold a fixed amount of liquid. Container 100 may comprise canister 102 removably coupled to spout adapter 104 and lid 106 . Lid 106 may be configured to function as a cup into which, for example, a portion of the liquid held within canister 102 may be poured when removed from spout adapter 104 . In one example, canister 102 may be substantially cylindrical in shape, although it is contemplated that canister 102 may be embodied in any shape, such as a cubic shape, without departing from the scope of these disclosures. be done. Further, in various examples, canister 102 may be referred to as a bottom, base, or insulating base structure having a substantially cylindrical shape.

FIG. 2 shows another isometric view of the insulated container 100 in FIG. 1, according to one or more aspects described herein. As shown in FIG. 2, lid 106 is removed from spout adapter 104 to expose cap 108 that is removably coupled to top surface 110 of spout adapter 104 . When cap 108 is removed from spout adapter 104, cap 108 exposes spout opening 112 that extends through spout adapter 104 and into the cavity of canister 102, as shown in FIG. Accordingly, cap 108 may be configured to removably couple to and seal (ie, resealably seal) spout opening 112 . In one example, spout opening 112 accordingly provides a narrower opening than opening 158 of canister 102 (see, eg, FIG. 9) such that when removed from spout adapter 104, canister 102 provides a more controlled/precise manual pouring of the contents of the container into other containers such as the lid 106. In one example, spout opening 112 of spout adapter 104 is offset from the center of top surface 110 of spout adapter 104 . It is contemplated that spout opening 112 may be located at any point on surface 110 and may be off-center as shown or centered. In another example, spout opening 112 is parallel to the longitudinal axis of container 100 (ie, the longitudinal axis can be parallel to the cylindrical axis of rotation of canister 102 ) and/or spout adapter 104 . can have a central axis (parallel to the axis of rotation of the cylindrical shape of the spout opening 112) perpendicular to the plane of the upper surface 110 of the . In another example, the central axis of spout opening 112 may be angled with respect to top surface 110 at an angle other than 90 degrees. In this regard, it is contemplated that any angle may be utilized without departing from the scope of these disclosures.

In one embodiment, cap 108 includes magnetic top surface 111 . Magnetic top surface 111 may include a polymeric outer layer covering a ferromagnetic structure (eg, a metal plate/other structural feature may be positioned below magnetic top surface 111). In another embodiment, all or part of the outer surface of cap 108 can be constructed of one or more metals and/or alloys. Accordingly, the magnetic top surface 111 may comprise an outer surface material that is ferromagnetic or that is itself magnetized. In another embodiment, the magnetic top surface 111 can include one or more polymers overmolded onto the magnet structure (i.e., the magnetized metal/alloy is attached to the magnet structure when the cap 108 is molded). internal).

As used herein, the term "magnetic" can refer to materials that can be temporarily or "permanently" magnetized (eg, ferromagnetic materials). As such, the term "magnetic" can refer to a material (ie, surface, object, etc.) that can be magnetically attracted to a magnet (ie, temporary or permanent magnet) that has a magnetic field associated with it. In one example, the magnetic material may be magnetized (ie, form a permanent magnet). Additionally, various example magnetic materials such as nickel, iron, and cobalt, and alloys thereof, can be utilized with the disclosure provided herein.

Cap 108 can be magnetically coupled to docking surface 114 of spout adapter 104 when removed from spout opening 112, as shown in FIG. Similar to top surface 111 of cap 108, docking surface 114 of spout adapter 104 can include a magnetic material. In one example, the coalescing surface 114 can include one or more polymers overmolded over magnetic elements (eg, metal plates, foils, or wires, among others). In another example, docking surface 114 may include a metallic and magnetic outer surface.

In one example, canister 102 and lid 106 may be primarily constructed of steel or an alloy such as a titanium alloy, and spout adapter 104 and cap 108 may be primarily constructed of one or more polymers. are considered (particularly excluding the top magnetic surface 111 and the coalescence surface 114). However, it is further contemplated that each element described herein may be constructed from one or more metals, alloys, polymers, ceramics, or fiber reinforced materials, among others. In particular, container 100 can utilize one or more of steel, titanium, iron, nickel, cobalt, high impact polystyrene, ABS plastic, nylon, polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene, and/or polypropylene, among others. .

FIG. 4 illustrates an exploded isometric view of container 100 according to one or more aspects described herein. In particular, FIG. 4 shows spout adapter 104 removed from canister 102 and lid 106 and cap 108 removed from spout adapter 104 . In one embodiment, spout adapter 104 may include bottom threaded surface 116 configured to removably couple to threaded inner surface 118 of canister 102 . Additionally, spout adapter 104 may include an upper threaded surface 120 configured to removably couple to the threaded inner surface of lid 106 . Additionally, threaded spout outer surface 122 is configured to removably couple to threaded inner surface 124 of cap 108 .

However, in alternate embodiments, it is contemplated that the threaded surfaces described above may be reversed without departing from the scope of these disclosures. In this alternative embodiment, the spout adapter 104 may include a bottom threaded surface configured to removably couple to the threaded outer surface of the canister 102 , the spout adapter 104 also connecting the lid 106 . an upper threaded surface configured to removably couple to the threaded outer surface of the . Additionally, the threaded inner spout surface of spout opening 112 may be configured to removably couple to the threaded outer surface of cap 108 .

It is contemplated that the threaded surfaces discussed herein may include any thread form, including any thread state pitch, angle, or length, among others, without departing from the scope of these disclosures. Thus, any of the bottom threaded surface 116, the threaded inner surface 118, the top threaded surface 120, the threaded inner surface of the lid 106, the threaded spout outer surface 122, and/or the threaded inner surface 124 may be any of these disclosures. By rotating the mating elements relative to each other by any number of turns without departing from the scope, the corresponding elements can be fully engaged. For example, two mating threaded elements in elements 116, 118, 120, 122, and/or 124 may be about 1/4 of a turn, about 1/3 of a turn, about 1/2 of a turn, It can be fully engaged in about 1 turn, about 2 turns, about 3 turns, at least 1 turn, or at least 5 turns, and so on.

Removable couplings between one or more of the canisters 102, spout adapters 104, lids 106 and caps 108 may include mating elements, lids, clasps or fasteners without departing from the scope of these disclosures. It is further contemplated that additional or alternative coupling mechanisms may be included.

FIG. 5 shows a more detailed isometric view of the top of the spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. Spout adapter 104 includes bottom threaded surface 116 separated from top threaded surface 120 by grip ring 126 . In one embodiment, docking surface 114 is part of docking structure 128 extending from grip ring 126 . In one embodiment, grip ring 126 is configured to be grippable by a user to couple spout adapter 104 to and from canister 102 and/or lid 106 . Accordingly, in one example, the docking structure 128 is secured around the grip ring 126 when manually torqued by the user to couple or separate the spout adapter 104 from the canister 102 and/or lid 106 . prevent or reduce the possibility of the user's hand slipping. It is further contemplated that the grip ring 126 may comprise multiple docking structures in addition to the single docking structure 128 shown in FIG. 5 without departing from the scope of these disclosures. Accordingly, grip ring 126 is configured to prevent or reduce slipping of a user's hand when rotating spout adapter 104 relative to canister 102 and/or lid 106 . It may include adhesive or rubberized materials, or knurled surface textures, and the like.

In one example, as shown in FIG. 6, the spout opening 112 of the spout adapter 104 extends through the height of the spout adapter 104 (generally parallel to direction 132) and the bottom surface 134 of the spout adapter 104 extends through the height of the spout adapter 104. provides access to a spout channel 130 extending to. FIG. 7 schematically illustrates a cross-sectional isometric view of spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. As shown in FIG. 7, spout channel 130 may extend from spout opening 112 to bottom surface 134 . In the illustrated embodiment, the spout channel 130 can have approximately the same bore diameter 136 throughout the length of the spout channel 130 . However, it is contemplated that the spout channel may have different diameters and sizes throughout the length of the channel extending between spout opening 112 and bottom surface 134 .

In one embodiment, spout adapter 104 may include an internal cavity 138 extending around spout channel 130 . This internal cavity 138 may be sealed during one or more manufacturing processes used to form spout adapter 104 . Accordingly, in one example, internal cavity 138 may include a vacuum cavity to reduce heat transfer between bottom surface 134 and top surface 111, or vice versa. Additionally or alternatively, it is believed that the internal cavity 138 may be partially or wholly filled with one or more foamy substances or polymeric materials to increase heat resistance. In yet another example, one or more surfaces of internal cavity 138 may be coated with a reflective material to reduce thermal conduction due to magnetic forces.

In one example, a magnet or magnetic material can be placed behind the docking surface 114 . Accordingly, in one embodiment, a magnet or magnetic material may be placed within cavity 140 within unitized structure 128 . It is contemplated that any coupling mechanism, such as adhesives, fasteners, fittings, screws, or rivets, may be used to position the magnets or magnetic material within cavity 140. FIG. In another example, the magnets or magnetic material may be overmolded within the unitary structure 128 such that the cavity 140 represents the volume occupied by the overmolded magnets or magnetic material.

In one example, spout adapter 104 can be integral. In another example, spout adapter 104 is formed from two or more elements joined by another molding process, welding, gluing, fasteners, or one or more fasteners (rivets, tabs, screws, etc.). obtain. In one embodiment, the spout adapter 104 can be constructed from one or more polymers. However, spout adapter 104 may additionally or alternatively be constructed from one or more metals, alloys, ceramics, fiber-reinforced materials, or the like. Spout adapter 104 may be constructed by one or more injection molding processes. In one specific example, a multi-shot injection molding process (eg, two shots, three shots, etc., among others) may be used to construct spout adapter 104 . It is further contemplated that additional or alternative processes may be used to construct the spout adapter 104, including rotational molding, blow molding, compression molding, gas assist molding, and/or casting.

FIG. 8 shows an isometric view of cap 108, according to one or more aspects described herein. As previously mentioned, cap 108 may include magnetic top surface 111 . Accordingly, cap 108 may be constructed from one or more polymeric materials, and magnetic top surface 111 includes one or more polymers overmolded over magnetic material.

In the illustrated example, cap 108 is substantially cylindrical. However, it is contemplated that additional or alternative shapes could be utilized without departing from the scope of these disclosures. For example, cap 108 may be cuboid in shape, among others. The cap 108 may prevent or prevent a user's fingers from slipping when manually torqueing the cap 108 to couple or separate the cap 108 from the threaded outer spout outer surface 122 of the spout opening 112 . Grip dimples 142a-c are included that are shaped to reduce pressure. It is contemplated that any number of grip depressions 142a-c may be used around the circumference of cylindrical cap 108 without departing from the scope of these disclosures. Additionally, cap 108 may include additional or alternative components configured to enhance a user's grip on cap 108 . For example, the outer cylindrical surface 144 of the cap 108 can include a sticky/rubberized material configured to enhance the user's grip. Additionally, the outer cylindrical surface 144 may include a series of corrugations or knurling.

9 illustrates cap 108 mating to threaded outer spout outer surface 122, lid 106 mating to top threaded surface 120 of spout adapter 104, and bottom threaded surface 116 of spout adapter 104 threading into canister 102. 1 schematically shows a cross-sectional view of the insulated container 100 as it is coupled to the interior surface 118. FIG.

Canister 102 may include a first inner wall 146 and a second outer wall 148 . A sealed vacuum cavity 150 may be molded between the first inner wall 146 and the second outer wall 148 . This configuration is utilized to reduce heat conduction through the first inner wall 146 and the second outer wall 148 between the reservoir 152, which is configured to contain a large volume of liquid, and the external environment 154. obtain. As such, the sealed vacuum cavity 150 between the first inner wall 146 and the second outer wall 148 can be referred to as an insulating double wall construction. Additionally, the first inner wall 146 can have a first end 156 defining an opening 158 extending into an internal reservoir 152 for containing a volume of liquid. A second outer wall 148 may form the outer shell of the canister 102 . Second outer wall 148 may be formed from sidewall 160 and bottom 162 forming second end 164 for supporting canister 102 on a surface. A seam 163 may be formed between the second outer wall 148 and the bottom portion 162 . In one example, the bottom portion 162 may be press fit onto the second outer wall 148 . Additionally, the bottom portion 162 may be welded to the second outer wall 148 . The welds may also be ground, so no seams are seen on the canister 102 .

Bottom 162 may include dimples 166 used in the vacuum forming process. As shown in FIG. 9, bottom 162 covers dimple 166 so that dimple 166 is not visible to the user. Dimple 166 may be generally dome-shaped. However, other suitable shapes for containing the resin material during the manufacturing process are conceivable, such as conical or frusto-conical shapes. Dimple 166 may include a circular base 168 that converges into an opening 170 that extends into second outer wall 148 . Opening 170 may be sealed with resin (not shown), as described below. Resin seals the opening 170 while a vacuum is formed between the first inner wall 146 and the second outer wall 148, creating a sealed vacuum cavity 150 forming an insulating double-walled structure in the first. Provided between inner wall 146 and second outer wall 148 .

Alternatively, the dimples 166 are covered by a correspondingly shaped disc (not shown) so that the dimples 166 are not visible to the user. Circular base 168 may be covered by a disc that may be formed of the same material as second outer wall 148 and first inner wall 146 . For example, first inner wall 146, second outer wall 148, and discs may be formed from titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, or other materials or alloys. However, there are other suitable materials and methods for covering the dimples 166, as described herein and in U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 62/237,419, which is incorporated herein in full. It is considered.

Canister 102 may be constructed from one or more metals, alloys, polymers, ceramics, or fiber reinforced materials. Additionally, canister 102 may be constructed using one or more hot or cold fabrication processes (eg, compression molding, casting, molding, drilling, grinding, forging, etc.). In one embodiment, canister 102 may be constructed using stainless steel. As a specific example, canister 102 may be constructed substantially of 304 stainless steel or titanium alloy. Additionally, one or more of the cryogenic fabrication processes used to form the geometry of canister 102 may result in canister 102 becoming magnetic (which may be attracted to magnets).

In one example, reservoir 152 of canister 102 may have an internal water volume of 532 ml (18 fl.oz). In another example, the reservoir 152 has an internal water volume in the range of 500 to 550 ml (16.9 to 18.6 fl.oz) or 1000 ml to 1900 ml (33.8 fl.oz to 64.2 fl.oz). good too. In yet another example, the reservoir 152 is at least 100 ml (3.4 fl.oz), at least 150 ml (5.1 fl.oz), at least 200 ml (6.8 fl.oz), at least 400 ml (13.5 fl.oz) , at least 500 ml (16.9 fl.oz), or at least 1000 ml (33.8 fl.oz) of internal water content. The opening 158 of the canister 102 may have an opening diameter of 64.8 mm. In another embodiment, opening 158 may have an opening diameter of 60 mm or between 60 mm and 70 mm. Reservoir 152 has an inner diameter 153 formed to accommodate a standard size 12 fl. and height 155 . The inner diameter 153 can measure at least 66 mm, or between 50 mm and 80 mm. Height 155 can measure at least 122.7 mm, or between 110 mm and 140 mm.

Additional or alternative methods of insulating container 100 are also contemplated. For example, the cavity 150 between the first inner wall 146 and the outer wall 148 can be filled with various insulation materials that exhibit low thermal conductivity. Thus, in one example, the cavity 150 can be filled or partially filled with air to form air pockets for insulation, or with a bulk material such as a polymeric material or polymeric foam. . In one specific example, cavity 150 can be filled or partially filled with an insulating foam such as polystyrene. However, additional or alternative insulation may be used to fill or partially fill cavity 150 without departing from the scope of these disclosures.

Additionally, the thickness of cavity 150 may be embodied by any dimension without departing from the scope of these disclosures. In addition, one or more inner surfaces of the first inner wall 146 or the second outer wall 148 of the container 100 are covered with a silver surface, a copper plated surface, or a thin aluminum foil formed to reduce heat conduction due to heat dissipation. Can consist of split sides.

In one example, lid 106 can be molded of one or more metals, alloys, polymers, ceramics, fiber-reinforced materials, or the like. Additionally, lid 106 may be molded using one or more of the injection molding or other manufacturing processes described herein, or the like. Lid 106 may be of solid construction or may include a double-walled construction similar to canister 102 having inner wall 172, outer wall 174 and cavity 176 therebetween. Since lid 106 may be insulated, cavity 176 is considered a vacuum cavity created using the techniques described herein.

In one example, canister 102 includes shoulder region 182 . As such, the outer diameter 184 of the canister 102 may be larger than the outer diameter 186 of the spout adapter 104 . Accordingly, outer wall 148 of canister 102 may taper along shoulder region 182 between points 188 and 190 . In one example, shoulder region 182 may improve the heat transfer performance (reduce thermal conductivity) of canister 102 . In particular, the shoulder region 182 may constitute a lower thermal conductivity (higher heat/insulation) insulation than the lid spout adapter 104 that seals the opening 158 .

It is contemplated that the spout adapter 104 may include a lower gasket 178 formed to seal the opening 158 of the canister 102 when the spout adapter 104 is removably coupled thereto. Additionally, spout adapter 180 may include a top gasket configured to resealably seal lid 106 to spout adapter 104 when mated.

10A-10F illustrate steps in the molding process of spout adapter 104, according to one or more aspects described herein. As previously mentioned, the spout adapter can be constructed from one or more polymers and can be molded using a multi-shot injection molding process or the like. Accordingly, in one example, FIG. 10A shows an intermediate spout adapter structure 1002 from a first injection molded shot of polymer. Intermediate spout adapter structure 1002 includes top threaded section 1004 and bottom threaded section 1006 that form top threaded surface 120 and bottom threaded surface 116, respectively, when the molding process of spout adapter 104 is completed. In one embodiment, intermediate spout adapter structure 1002 includes a complete top surface 110 and spout opening 112 with a threaded outer spout outer surface 122 and spout channel 130 .

FIG. 10B shows a second intermediate spout adapter structure 1010 from a second injection molding shot. The second intermediate spout adapter structure 1010 includes a grip ring base structure 1112 extending around the circumference of the second intermediate spout adapter structure 1010 to form a grip ring 126, as shown with reference to FIG. 10C. forming the underlying structural support surface for the overmolded third shot. Additionally, the second intermediate spout adapter structure 1010 includes a handle base structure 1114 that forms the underlying structural support surface for the overmolded third shot forming unitary structure 128 . . Additionally, the handle base structure 1114 includes a plate mounting bracket 1116 configured in one embodiment to hold the magnetic plate 1118 fixed on the surface 1120 prior to overmolding to form the mating surface 114 . is included. Additionally, the plate fitting 1116 may include mating elements configured to hold the magnetic plate 1118 in an interference fit prior to overmolding with the third injection molding shot. However, it is contemplated that plate bracket 1116 may utilize additional or alternative elements to hold magnetic plate 1118, including adhesives, one or more clasps, and the like.

FIG. 10C shows a third intermediate spout adapter structure 1020 with a third injection molded shot of polymer. Specifically, as previously described, a third injection molding shot of polymer is formed to overmold the grip ring base structure 1112 and handle base structure 1114 forming the grip ring 126 and the docking structure 128 at the docking surface 114. . However, it is also contemplated that the grip ring base structure 1112 may be separately screwed and glued and molded onto the spout adapter structure 1010 .

FIG. 10D shows a bottom view of the third intermediate spout adapter structure 1020 in FIG. 10C. In particular, FIG. 10D shows an opening 1022 to a cavity (eg, cavity 138 shown in FIG. 7) prior to forming bottom surface 134 of spout adapter 104 . Accordingly, foam 1024 is injected into the cavity to partially or completely fill the cavity, as shown in FIG. 10D, to enhance the heat resistance of spout adapter 104 once completed. . It is contemplated that foam 1024 may be constructed of any polymeric foam material without departing from the scope of these disclosures.

FIG. 10E shows a fourth intermediate spout adapter structure 1030 with a bottom cap 1032 attached to cover opening 1022, as previously described in connection with FIG. 10E. In one example, bottom cap 1032 may be formed by a fourth shot of a polymer injection molding process (otherwise referred to as the first shot of the process for molding bottom surface 134).

FIG. 10F shows the complete spout adapter 104 from the fifth shot of the injection molding process (otherwise referred to as the second shot of the process for molding bottom surface 134). As shown, a fifth injection molding shot is used to seal the opening 1022 and form the sealing element 1042 that forms the bottom surface 134 of the complete spout adapter 104, as previously shown in FIG. 10E. can be used for

FIG. 11 shows an isometric view of an aperture adapter assembly 1100 configured to be removably coupled to an insulated container according to one or more aspects described herein. In one example, the aperture adapter assembly 1100 can be configured to removably couple to the insulated container canister/bottle 102 as previously described in these disclosures. FIG. 12 shows an exploded isometric view of the aperture adapter assembly 1100 in FIG. 11 according to one or more aspects described herein. In one example, assembly 1100 includes lid 1202 . This lid 1202 may have similarities to lid 106 . Additionally, lid 1202 may be configured to be removably coupled to aperture adapter 1204 . In one example, the aperture adapter 1204 can be a substantially cylindrical geometry with an outer upper threaded surface 1220 configured to engage threads on the interior of the lid 1202. . Accordingly, aperture adapter 1204 may include an external bottom threaded surface 1222 configured to engage the threaded inner surface of the canister, such as surface 118 of canister 102 . Top gasket 1208 and bottom gasket 1210 may be formed to seal the opening of canister 102 when outer bottom threaded surface 1222 is removably coupled. Additionally, top gasket 1208 and bottom gasket 1210 may include any gasket geometry and/or material without departing from the scope of these disclosures.

Grip ring 1206 may extend around the circumference of aperture adapter 1204 . The grip ring 1206 may have a space between a top external threaded surface 1220 and a bottom external threaded surface 1222 . In one example, grip ring 1206 may be integrally molded with the cylindrical structure of aperture adapter 1204 . In another example, grip ring 1206 may be separately molded and rigidly coupled to the cylindrical structure of aperture adapter 1204 . For example, grip ring 1206 may be injection molded as a separate element and then coupled to aperture adapter 1204, such as by gluing, welding, and/or fasteners. In another example, grip ring 1206 may be overmolded onto aperture adapter 1204 .

Aperture adapter 1204 may include a top opening 1224 formed to accommodate plug structure 1212 . Plug structure 1212 may include a bottom portion 1216 having substantially cylindrical sidewalls and a top portion 1214 rigidly coupled thereto. In one example, the bottom portion 1216 can be rotationally welded to the top portion 1214, or the like. FIG. 13 illustrates an isometric view of plug structure 1212, according to one or more aspects described herein. In one embodiment, a substantially cylindrical sidewall of bottom portion 1216 of plug structure 1212 may include a threaded outer surface 1302 removably coupled to inner threaded surface 1218 of aperture adapter 1204 . In one example, the plug structure 1212 is resealably sealed to the upper opening 1224 of the aperture adapter 1204 when the outer threaded surface 1302 engages the inner threaded surface 1218 of the aperture adapter 1204 . can be formed. Additionally, top portion 1214 may be formed to extend radially beyond the sidewalls of bottom portion 1216 to form sealing surface 1304 . The sealing surface 1304 may be formed adjacent the top lip of the aperture adapter 1204 at the top opening 1224 . Accordingly, sealing surface 1304 includes a gasket, which can have any geometric shape (e.g., c-shaped gasket, etc.), and It can also be constructed from any material.

Plug structure 1212 may include handle 1306 rigidly coupled to upper portion 1214 . Handle 1306 extends across the diameter of upper portion 1214 and may be configured for manual manipulation of the threaded coupling between plug structure 1212 and aperture adapter 1204 and for manual removal and removal of plug structure 1212 . Plug structure 1212 may include one or more external channels 1308 . In one specific example, the plug structure 1212 can include three external channels 1308 evenly spaced around the circumference of the external sidewall of the bottom portion 1216 of the plug structure 1212 . However, it is contemplated that any number of external channels 1308 may be utilized without departing from the scope of these disclosures. External channel 1308 may be formed to extend between channel upper end 1310 and channel lower end 1312 . In one embodiment, the depth of the external channel 1308 (eg, the depth along the radial direction with respect to the substantially cylindrical geometry of the external sidewall of the bottom portion 1216 of the plug structure 1212) is It can be uniform along the longitudinal length of channel 1308 (eg, along a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis of the cylindrical geometry of bottom portion 1216 of plug structure 1212). In another embodiment, the depth of the external channel 1308 may not be uniform, and from a first depth to a second depth that is less than the first depth, the channel transition region 1314 is may vary along the In one example, the external flow path 1308 is configured to provide partial or complete gas pressure relief/equilibrium between the external environment and the internal chamber of the canister 102 to which the aperture adapter 1204 is removably coupled. can be

In one example, the plug structure 1212 includes an internal cavity partially or fully filled with an insulating material such as foam (eg, Styrofoam, etc.) and/or configured to reduce heat conduction therethrough. may include a sealed vacuum cavity.

Plug structure 1212 may additionally include retention tabs 1316 . As shown, the plug structure 1212 can include three retention tabs 1316 equally spaced around the circumference of the base 1318 of the plug structure 1212 . However, it is contemplated that any number of retention tabs 1316 may be utilized without departing from the scope of these disclosures. In one example, retention tabs 1360 have bends configured to stretch between a compressed shape and an extended shape (eg, one or more of longitudinal surfaces 1322 and/or aperture surfaces 1320 are configured to deform). may be included). As shown in FIG. 13, retention tabs 1316 are elongated.

In one example, retention tab 1316 is formed to limit extension in a direction in which plug structure 1212 is removed from aperture adapter 1204 when outer threaded surface 1302 is separated from inner threaded surface 1218 of aperture adapter 1204 . can be Specifically, in the elongated configuration, retention tabs 1316 may be formed adjacent a retention surface of aperture adapter 1204 . FIG. 14 illustrates a bottom view of aperture adapter 1204, according to one or more aspects described herein. In one embodiment, when in the elongated configuration, retention tab 1316 may be formed adjacent retention raised surface 1402 of aperture adapter 1204 .

FIG. 15A schematically shows a cross-sectional view of plug structure 1212 when fully engaged with aperture adapter 1204. FIG. 15A schematically illustrates the mating of the outer threaded surface 1302 of the plug structure 1212 with the inner threaded surface 1218 of the aperture adapter 1204. FIG. Further, in this fully engaged state, retention tabs 1316 may be spaced apart from retention raised surface 1402 of aperture adapter 1204 . FIG. 15B schematically shows another cross-sectional view of plug structure 1212 in a partially uncoupled configuration to aperture adapter 1204 . Accordingly, the threaded outer surface 1302 of the plug structure 1212 can be separated from the inner threaded surface 1218 of the aperture adapter 1204, as FIG. 15B shows. However, the retention tabs 1316 adjacent the retention raised surface 1402 of the aperture adapter 1204 may prevent the plug structure 1212 from completely separating from the aperture adapter 1204 . Advantageously, this partial coupling prevents the top opening 1224 from being sealed and, in one example, allows the contents of the canister 102 to remain therein without the plug structure 1212 being fully removed from the opening adapter 1204 . can be poured from Even more conveniently, this feature allows one-handed manipulation of the threaded coupling between the aperture adapter 1204 and the plug structure 1212 without the need to completely remove the plug structure 1212 and the user no longer need to remove the plug structure 1212. It may also be possible to pour the contents of the canister 102 without having to hold it in one hand or place it on an exterior surface.

To completely remove the plug structure 1212 from the aperture adapter 1204, facilitate the transition of the retention tabs 1316 from the extended configuration shown in FIG. Manual separation force can be used. In one example, this manual separation force can be applied in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis of the cylindrical structure of bottom portion 1216 . It is contemplated that any separation force may be utilized, such as based on the specific geometry and material of retention tabs 1316 without departing from the scope of these disclosures. Additionally or alternatively, without departing from the scope of these disclosures, retention tab 1360 abuts one or more additional or alternative surfaces of aperture adapter 1204, such as base surface 1502, when in the elongated configuration. can be formed as

It is contemplated that the structure of aperture adapter assembly 1100 may be fabricated from any material. For example, one or more of the described elements could be made from one or more polymers, metals, alloys, composites, ceramics or wood without departing from the scope of these disclosures. In particular, aperture adapter assembly 1100 utilizes one or more of steel, titanium, iron, nickel, cobalt, high impact polystyrene, ABS plastic, nylon, polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene, and/or polypropylene, among others. be able to. It is further contemplated that any manufacturing method may be utilized to assemble the described elements of aperture adapter assembly 1100 without departing from the scope of these disclosures. In some instances, injection molding, blow molding, casting, rotational molding, compression molding, gas assist molding, thermoforming, or foam molding, welding (e.g., rotational welding), bonding, etc., without departing from the scope of these disclosures. , or fasteners (eg, rivets, pegs, screws, etc.), etc. may be utilized. Further, it is contemplated that the illustrated and described elements of aperture adapter assembly 1100 may be made with any dimension without departing from the scope of these disclosures. Thus, for example, the thread features described above (eg, outer threaded surface 1302, inner threaded surface 1218, upper outer threaded surface 1220, and/or lower outer threaded surface 1222) may be used in accordance with these disclosures. It can be made with any threaded geometry without departing from the scope.

FIG. 16 illustrates an isometric view of an alternative implementation of an insulated container 1600, according to one or more aspects described herein. In the illustrated example of FIG. 16, insulated container 1600 includes a lower cap structure 1602 coupled to upper cap 1604 and canister 1606 . In one embodiment, canister 1606 may be similar to canister 102 . As such, canister 1606 may include similar elements as canister 102 and may be constructed using similar materials and/or processes. Canister 1606 may include an insulated double wall construction. Canister 1606 may further include a tapered, generally cylindrical geometry. However, as discussed with respect to canister 102, canister 1606 may have a regular cylindrical geometry or alternative geometries without departing from the scope of these disclosures. . As shown in FIG. 16, top cap 1604 is removably coupled to lower cap structure 1602 . Further, top cap 1604 can be similar to cap 108, as previously described in this disclosure. Accordingly, top cap 1604 may include a magnetic top surface 1608 that may be constructed similar to magnetic top surface 111 of cap 108 .

FIG. 17 illustrates another isometric view of an insulated container 1600 according to one or more aspects described herein. In particular, FIG. 17 shows top cap 1604 magnetically coupled to coalescing structure 1610 of bottom cap structure 1602 . Accordingly, docking structure 1610 can be similar to docking structure 128 as previously described with respect to spout adapter 104 . In one example, the combination of lower cap structure 1602 and upper cap 1604 may otherwise be referred to as spout adapter 1601, which provides an opening smaller than that of canister 1606. It is configured to provide a spout 1612 with.

FIG. 18 shows an isometric view of a spout adapter 1601 according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 18 shows top cap 1604 removably coupled to spout 1612 (not shown). Additionally, FIG. 18 shows a lower threaded sidewall 1614 of lower cap structure 1602 configured to be received by a threaded sidewall of a canister, such as threaded inner surface 118 of canister 102 . As shown, top cap 1604 includes a plurality of gripping elements spaced about outer cylindrical sidewall 1618 of top cap 1604 . These gripping elements are collectively labeled as elements 1616, and any number of these elements may be spaced about the outer cylindrical sidewall 1618 of top cap 1604 without departing from the scope of these disclosures. considered to be obtained. In one limitation, the grip elements 1616 may resemble the grip recesses 142a-c described with respect to the cap 108. FIG. Additionally, the top cap 1604 may be implemented with a chamfered/curved surface 1620 spaced between the outer cylindrical sidewall 1618 and the magnetic top surface 1608 . Further, it is contemplated that surface 1620 may have any radius of curvature.

FIG. 19 shows another isometric view of spout adapter 1601 . As shown in FIG. 19, top cap 1604 is shown with spout 1612 uncovered and visibly magnetically coupled to docking structure 1610 .

FIG. 20A shows another isometric view of spout adapter 1601 from a different orientation so that docking structure 1610 can be seen more clearly. Thus, coalescence structure 1610 includes magnetic coalescence surfaces 1622 .

Magnetic docking surface 1622 can be similar to magnetic docking surface 114, as previously described. Additionally, the docking structure 1610 can include a top surface 1624 that slopes between the magnetic docking surface 1622 and the spout 1612 . Additionally, the top surface 1624 of the coalescence structure 1610 is spaced from the top surface 1626 of the lower cap structure 1602 . Merging surface 1622 protrudes from perimeter 1627 of top surface 1626 . In one example, docking surface 1626 may be positioned a distance from the center of lower cap structure 1602 equal to or greater than the maximum outer radius of canister 1606 .

FIG. 20B shows a plan view of the spout adapter of FIG. 1601, according to one or more aspects described herein. As shown, the coalescing structure 1610 extends from a first width 1611 at the intersection of the coalescing structure 1610 and the collar surface 1630 of the spout adapter 1601 to a second width 1613 less than the first width 1613 at the coalescing surface 1622 . can taper to Accordingly, unitary structure 1610 can taper in at least two planes.

FIG. 22 shows another isometric view of the spout adapter of FIG. 1601, according to one or more aspects described herein. In particular, FIG. 22 shows spout adapter 1601 without top cap 1604 . FIG. 22 also shows upper threaded sidewall 1628 of spout 1612 . Accordingly, lower threaded sidewall 1614 and upper threaded sidewall 1628, as well as any other threaded surface discussed throughout this disclosure, may be implemented with any threaded geometry. Additionally, spout adapter 1601 includes a collar surface 1630 spaced between spout 1612 and upper surface 1626 of lower cap structure 1602 . This collar surface 1630 extends around the circumference of spout 1612 and, in one embodiment, provides a flat surface that can abut top cap 1604 when removably coupled to top threaded sidewall 1628. .

FIG. 23 shows an elevational view of spout adapter 1601 with top cap 1604 magnetically coupled to docking structure 1610 . In the illustrated example, the top surface 1626 of the lower cap structure 1602 has a sloping shape between the spout 1612 and the rounded/chamfered outer edge 1632 of the top surface 1626 . More specifically, upper surface 1626 of lower cap structure 1602 extends between outer surface 1630 and outer edge 1632 . 23 further shows a lower gasket 1634 extending around the first end of the lower threaded sidewall 1614. FIG. The bottom gasket 1634 includes one or more vent structures 1638 spaced around the circumference of the bottom gasket 1634 . In one embodiment, vent structure 1638 is configured to provide a pressure relief mechanism and allow gas to pass between canister 1606 and the outside environment. It is contemplated that any number of vent structures 1638 may be spaced around bottom gasket 1634 . In one particular embodiment, the bottom gasket 1634 includes four vent structures 1638 approximately evenly spaced around the circumference of the bottom gasket 1634 .

Spout adapter 1601 may further include an upper gasket 1642 extending around second end 1644 of lower threaded sidewall 1614 . Accordingly, both lower gaskets 1634 of upper gasket 1642 may resealably seal the opening of canister 1606 .

Central axis 1640 corresponds to the axis of rotation of the cylindrical geometry of spout adapter 1601 . In one example, magnetic docking surface 1622 is substantially parallel to central axis 1640 of lower cap structure 1602 .

FIG. 24 schematically illustrates a cross-sectional view of spout adapter 1601, according to one or more aspects described herein. FIG. 24 illustrates a connection between a spout opening 1656 at the top of the spout adapter 1601 and a canister opening 1658 at the bottom of the spout adapter 1601 configured to open into the interior cavity 1606 of the canister. Schematically shows internal passageway 1650 of extending spout adapter 1601 . In the illustrated embodiment, internal passageway 1650 substantially conforms to the external geometry of lower cap structure 1602 . In alternative embodiments, internal passageway 1650 may be implemented as a generally cylindrical channel extending between spout opening 1656 and canister opening 1658 in another geometry. FIG. 24 also shows magnetic elements 1660 and 1662, which are encapsulated in the combined structure 1610 of top cap 1604 and bottom cap structure 1602, respectively. Magnetic elements 1660 and 1662 may be permanent magnets or may be ferromagnetic structures that are magnetically attracted to the magnets. It is contemplated that magnetic elements 1660 and 1662 may be implemented in any geometric shape. In one particular example, magnetic element 1660 is a permanent magnet and magnetic element 1662 is a magnetic plate. In another embodiment, magnetic element 1662 is a permanent magnet and magnetic element 1660 is a magnetic plate. In yet another example, both magnetic elements 1660 and 1662 are permanent magnets.

FIG. 24 shows top cap 1604 coupled to spout 1612 . In particular, FIG. 24 shows upper threaded side wall 1628 removably coupled to inner threaded side wall 1670 of top cap 1604 . Top cap 1604 may further include a cap gasket 1652 that extends around the inner perimeter of the top of top cap 1604 and seals top cap 1604 to spout 1612 .

It is contemplated that spout adapter 1601 may be manufactured using any combination of processes and materials described throughout this disclosure. For example, each of lower cap structure 1602 and upper cap 1604 may be formed by a multi-shot injection molding process encapsulating magnetic elements 1660 and 1662 .

Figure 25 schematically shows an isometric view of spout adapter 1601 with top cap 1604 removed. Also shown is a withdrawal gasket 2502 configured to be positioned within the top cap 1604 to form a seal between the spout 1612 and the top cap 1604 . Withdrawal gasket 2502 is configured to be removable from top cap 1604 to allow top cap 1604 and/or gasket 2502 to be cleaned.

FIG. 26 shows an isometric bottom view of top cap 1604 . As shown, top cap 1604 includes internal threaded sidewalls 1670 . A withdrawal gasket 2502 is configured to be retained within the top cap 1604 . In one example, the withdrawal gasket 2502 can be held within the top cap 1604 by an interference fit such that the outer diameter of the withdrawal gasket 2504 is slightly larger than the inner diameter of the top cap 1604 . Additionally or alternatively, the withdrawal gasket 2502 may be retained within the top cap 1604 by being retained by one or more threads of the internal threaded sidewall 1670 . In one example, the withdrawal gasket 2502 is formed from a deformable material such that it can be deformed to be positioned within the top cap 1604, as shown. It is envisioned that any polymer/elastomer material can be used to form the draw gasket 2502 . In particular examples, the withdrawal gasket 2502 is a single material or material comprising one or more silicone rubber, neoprene rubber, ethylene propylene (EPM) rubber, or ethylene propylene diene (EPDM) rubber, or nitrile rubber, among others. It can be formed from a combination. A pull-out gasket 2502 may be placed within the top cap 1604 using the illustrated gasket grips 2602, as shown in FIG. This gasket grip 2602 functions as a manually grippable element. Gasket grip 2602 may be connected to sealing surface 2604 of withdrawal gasket 2502 , whereby sealing surface 2604 may be configured to form a seal adjacent spout 1612 .

27 shows a first isometric view and FIG. 28 shows a second isometric view of the pull out gasket 2502. FIG. As shown, withdrawal gasket 2502 includes an outer ring structure 2701 that includes sealing surface 2604 . The outer cylindrical surface 2703 of the outer ring structure 2701 may be configured to abut/intersect the inner threaded sidewall 1670 of the top cap 1604 . The inner ring structure 2702 extends below the sealing surface 2604 and forms a sidewall that provides rigidity to the pull-out gasket 2502 . A gasket grip 2602 is attached to the inner ring structure 2702 and extends partially across the diameter of the withdrawal gasket 2502 such that the ends (2704a, 2704b) of the grip 2602 intersect the outer sidewalls of the inner ring structure 2702. In one example, the top edge of grip 2602 is approximately level with bottom surface 2708 of inner ring structure 2702 .

In one example, an insulated container molded of one material includes a first inner wall having a threaded sidewall and a first end with an opening extending to an internal reservoir for containing a liquid; and a second outer wall forming an outer shell of the canister. The second outer wall may include a second end configured to support the canister on the surface. The canister may include a sealed vacuum cavity forming an insulated double-walled structure between the first inner wall and the second outer wall. The insulated container may also include a spout adapter having a spout channel extending through the height of the spout adapter at the spout opening on the bottom surface and the top surface of the spout adapter. The spout opening has a magnetic upper surface configured to magnetically couple with the mating surface on a grip ring extending around the circumference of the spout adapter between the top and bottom threaded surfaces. sealed by a cap. A bottom threaded surface formed to resealably seal the spout adapter to the opening of the canister and a top thread formed to releasably couple the spout adapter to the lid. situation.

In another aspect, an insulated container includes a first inner wall having a first end with a threaded side and an opening extending to an internal reservoir for containing a liquid, and a second inner wall forming the outer shell of the canister. It may include a canister with two outer walls. The second outer wall may include a second end configured to support the canister on the surface. The canister may include a sealed vacuum cavity forming an insulated double-walled structure between the first inner wall and the second outer wall. The insulated container may include an opening adapter that removably couples to and seals the canister opening with an external bottom threaded surface. The orifice adapter may also include an inner threaded surface, an upper outer threaded surface, and a grip ring positioned between the upper outer threaded surface and the lower outer threaded surface. The insulated container can also include a plug structure having a substantially cylindrical top and a substantially cylindrical bottom. The plug structure may also include a threaded outer surface configured to releasably mate with the inner threaded surface of the orifice adapter. The plug structure may also have a handle rigidly attached to the top and a retention tab rigidly/flexibly attached to the bottom of the plug structure. Additionally, the external channel may extend between the upper channel end and the lower channel end of the plug structure. Additionally, the insulated container may include a lid configured to be removably coupled to the outer upper threaded surface of the orifice adapter.

In another aspect, an insulated container includes a canister having a first interior wall with a first end having a threaded sidewall and an opening extending into an interior reservoir configured to contain a liquid. obtain. The canister may also include a second outer wall forming an outer shell of the canister, the second outer wall having a second end configured to support the canister on a surface. The canister may have a sealed vacuum cavity forming an insulated double wall structure between the first inner wall and the second outer wall. The insulated container may also include a lower cap structure removably coupled to the canister and having a lower threaded sidewall configured to seal an opening thereof, the lower cap structure also having a lower There may also be a top surface extending between the threaded side wall and the spout, and the spout may further have an upper threaded side wall. The lower cap structure protrudes from the top surface and can include a docking structure having a magnetic docking surface. The insulated container may also include a top cap having a magnetic top surface and a threaded inner side wall, the top cap configured to be removably coupled to the spout and docking surface.

In one embodiment, the magnetic docking surface of the spout adapter is substantially parallel to the central axis of the lower cap structure.

In one embodiment, the spout adapter further includes a bottom gasket extending around a first end of the lower threaded sidewall and a top gasket extending around a second end of the lower threaded sidewall. include.

In another embodiment, the lower gasket includes a vent structure.

The docking structure of the spout adapter may also include a top surface that slopes between the spout and the magnetic docking surface.

The insulated container may also include a collar surface between the spout and the top surface of the lower cap structure. The collar surface may extend around the spout.

The coalescing structure of the lower cap can taper from a first width at the intersection of the coalescing structure and the collar surface to a second width at the magnetic coalescence surface that is less than the first width.

A top surface of the coalescing structure may be spaced from a top surface of the lower cap structure.

A unitary structure may encapsulate a magnetic plate.

The top surface of the lower cap structure may have a shape that slopes between the spout and the rounded/chamfered outer edge of the top surface.

Alternatively, the spout adapter may include a lower cap structure. The lower cap structure may further include a bottom threaded sidewall removably coupled to and configured to seal the opening of the canister. The lower cap structure may further include a top surface extending between the lower threaded sidewall and the spout, the spout further including an upper threaded sidewall. The lower cap structure can also include a docking structure protruding from the top surface and having a magnetic docking surface. Additionally, the lower spout adapter may include a top cap having a magnetic top surface and a threaded inner side wall. The top cap may be configured to be removably coupled to the spout and magnetic docking surface.

In another aspect, an insulated container can include a canister having a first interior wall with a first end having a threaded sidewall and an opening extending into an interior reservoir configured to receive a liquid. . The canister may also include a second outer wall forming an outer shell of the canister, the second outer wall having a second end configured to support the canister on a surface. The canister may have a sealed vacuum cavity forming an insulated double wall structure between the first inner wall and the second outer wall. The insulated container may also include a lower cap structure removably coupled to the canister and having a lower threaded sidewall configured to seal an opening thereof, the lower cap structure also having a lower There may also be a top surface extending between the threaded side wall and the spout, and the spout may further have an upper threaded side wall. The bottom cap structure protrudes from the top surface and can include a docking structure having a magnetic docking surface. The insulated container may also include a top cap having a pull-out gasket configured to be removably mounted within the top cap, a magnetic top surface and a threaded inner side wall, the top cap being adapted to the spout and docking surface. configured to be removably coupled.

The withdrawal gasket may further include an outer ring structure configured to be adjacent to and retained by the threaded inner side wall of the top cap and having a sealing surface configured to be adjacent to the spout. The withdrawal gasket may further include an inner ring structure attached to and concentric with the outer ring structure, the inner ring structure forming a sidewall extending below the sealing surface, and a gasket grip structure attached to the inner ring structure. and a gasket gripping structure at and extending at least partially across a diameter of the inner ring structure.

The present disclosure is disclosed above and in the accompanying drawings with reference to various examples. The purpose of this disclosure, however, is not to limit the scope of this disclosure, but to provide examples of the various features and concepts related to this disclosure. Those skilled in the art will recognize that numerous variations and modifications can be made to the examples set forth above without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.

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an insulated container,
being a canister,
a first inner wall having a threaded side wall and a first end with an opening extending to an internal reservoir for containing liquid;
a second outer wall forming an outer shell of the canister, the second outer wall having a second end configured to support the canister on a surface ;
A sealed vacuum cavity forming an insulating double wall structure between the first inner wall and the second outer wall.
a canister further comprising a
A bottom cap structure,
a lower threaded sidewall configured to removably couple to and seal the canister opening;
an upper surface extending between the lower threaded sidewall and a spout, the spout further comprising an upper threaded sidewall ; and
A docking structure protruding from the top surface and having a magnetic docking surface
a lower cap structure further comprising:
a top cap,
a pull-out gasket configured to be removably coupled within said top cap ; and
A magnetic top surface and threaded inner side walls , wherein said top cap is configured to be removably coupled to said spout or said magnetic docking surface.
a top cap further comprising:
a collar surface spaced between the spout and the top surface of the lower cap structure;
with
The collar surface extends around the circumference of the spout, and the coalescence structure extends from a first width at the intersection of the coalescence structure and the collar surface to less than the first width at the magnetic coalescence surface. An insulated container that tapers to a smaller second width . The withdrawal gasket is
an outer ring structure configured around and retained by said threaded inner sidewall and having a sealing surface configured to abut said spout;
an inner ring structure coupled to and concentric with said outer ring structure, said inner ring structure forming a sidewall extending below said sealing surface;
a gasket grip structure coupled to said inner ring structure and extending at least partially across a diameter of said inner ring structure ;
The insulated container of claim 1, further comprising : 2. The insulated container of claim 1, wherein the magnetic docking surface is substantially parallel to the central axis of the lower cap structure. a lower gasket extending around the first end of the lower threaded sidewall, the lower gasket including a vent ;
a top gasket extending around a second end of the lower threaded sidewall ;
The insulated container of claim 1 , further comprising: 2. The insulated container of Claim 1, wherein the docking structure further comprises a top surface that slopes between the spout and the magnetic docking surface. 6. The insulated container of claim 5, wherein said top surface of said unitary structure is spaced from said top surface of said bottom cap structure. 2. The insulated container of claim 1 , wherein the unitary structure encloses a magnetic plate. 2. The insulated container of claim 1, wherein said top surface of said bottom cap structure has a sloping geometry between said spout and a chamfered outer edge of said top surface. A spout adapter,
a lower cap structure,
a lower threaded sidewall configured to removably couple to and seal the opening of the canister;
an upper surface extending between the lower threaded sidewall and a spout, the spout further comprising an upper threaded sidewall ; and
A docking structure protruding from the top surface and having a magnetic docking surface
a lower cap structure further comprising:
a top cap,
a pull-out gasket configured to be removably coupled within said top cap ; and
A magnetic top surface and threaded inner side walls , wherein said top cap is configured to be removably coupled to said spout or said magnetic docking surface.
a top cap further comprising:
a collar surface spaced between the spout and the top surface of the lower cap structure;
with
The collar surface extends around the circumference of the spout, and the coalescence structure extends from a first width at the intersection of the coalescence structure and the collar surface to less than the first width at the magnetic coalescence surface. A spout adapter that tapers to a smaller second width . The withdrawal gasket is
an outer ring structure configured around and retained by said threaded inner sidewall and having a sealing surface configured to abut said spout;
an inner ring structure coupled to and concentric with said outer ring structure, said inner ring structure forming a sidewall extending below said sealing surface;
a gasket grip structure coupled to said inner ring structure and extending at least partially across a diameter of said inner ring structure ;
10. The spout adapter of claim 9 , further comprising : 10. The spout adapter of Claim 9 , wherein the magnetic docking surface is substantially parallel to the central axis of the lower cap structure. a lower gasket extending around the first end of the lower threaded sidewall, the lower gasket including a vent;
a top gasket extending around a second end of the lower threaded sidewall ;
10. The spout adapter of claim 9 , further comprising: 10. The spout adapter of claim 9 , wherein the docking structure further comprises an upper surface that slopes between the spout and the magnetic docking surface. 14. The spout adapter of claim 13 , wherein the upper surface of the docking structure is spaced from the upper surface of the lower cap structure. 10. The spout adapter of Claim 9 , wherein the unitary structure encloses a magnetic plate. 10. The spout adapter of claim 9 , wherein the upper surface of the lower cap structure has a sloping geometry between the spout and a chamfered outer edge of the upper surface.

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