JPH04120667U - Foldable eating aid - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [Purpose] To make eating aids such as spoons and forks that can be folded into two at approximately the center of the length at a low cost, the handles do not bend easily, and the handles have a curved concave part. Make sure the bottom is not too thin. [Structure] When configuring foldable eating aids such as spoons and forks, a hinge line 2 made of an extremely thin thick line is formed approximately at the center of the length of a long thin plate piece 1 made of thermoplastic resin. At the same time, a handle portion 4 having a curved tip and a handle portion 5 having locking portions 3a and 3b, respectively, are connected with the hinge line 2 in between, and are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of the side edges of the hinge line 2. Bifurcated projecting pieces 6a, 6a and their relief recesses 7
A, 7a, a central protruding piece 6b that enters into the crotch of the bifurcated protruding pieces 6a, 6a, and a relief recess 7b thereof are formed to face each other.

Description

[Detailed explanation of the idea]

0001

[Industrial application field]

This invention is suitable for use by fixing it on the lid of a sealed container such as cup food. This article relates to foldable eating and drinking aids.

0002

[Conventional technology]

Conventional folding spoons of this type include, for example, paper spoons.

0003 This conventional paper spoon cannot form the curved concave part that is important for a spoon, and is just a flat spoon. If it is a food that resembles a flat plate-shaped spatula and has a viscosity like ice cream, It is said that granulated sugar and liquids are difficult to pour and scoop, and they tend to spill over the sides. There was a problem.

0004

[Problem that the idea aims to solve]

In order to solve the problems of the conventional paper spoons mentioned above, we folded them with plastic sheets. It is possible to make a foldable spoon, but this would require cutting out the shape and forming the curved concave part. These two steps are required, resulting in high costs, and the bottom of the curved recess becomes thinner, making it difficult to feel when eating or drinking. The problem was that it became unreliable.

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to eliminate each of the above-mentioned problems at approximately the center of the length. You can make eating aids such as spoons and forks that can be folded in two at a low cost. Both prevent the bottom of the curved recess from becoming thinner and prevent the handle from bending unnecessarily during use. The purpose is to do so.

[0006]

[Means to solve the problem]

The purpose of this invention mentioned above is to make foldable spoons and forks for eating and drinking. In constructing the auxiliary tool, approximately the length of a long and thin plate made of thermoplastic resin is used. A hinge line made of ultra-thin thick wire is formed in the center, and this hinge line is sandwiched between A handle portion with a curved tip and a handle portion each having a locking portion are connected to each other, and the hinge portion is connected to the handle portion. A bifurcated protrusion, its relief recess, and the crotch of the bifurcated protrusion on opposite sides of the side edge of the line. This can be achieved by forming the central protrusion that enters and the relief recess facing each other. .

[0007]

[Effect]

Bend the plate piece from its hinge line and attach one locking part (locking recess) to the other. By engaging the stopping part, for example, a protrusion, the folded state can be maintained due to the engagement friction. Wear.

[0008] When in use, the handle part and the handle part are pulled apart against the engagement friction of the locking part. It can be expanded from the hinge line, and multiple protrusions connected oppositely to this hinge line can be expanded to release them. By inserting it into the recess, the above-mentioned expanded state can be maintained.

[0009] Next, by grasping the handle of the plate piece, the curved concave shape of a spoon or fork is created. Depending on the portion, you can eat the food inside the cup.

0010 After eating, you can fold it again from the hinge line to make it smaller, so it won't end up in the garbage. .

[0011]

【Example】

Examples will be described with reference to the drawings.

0012 First of all, the basic structure of this invention is a collapsible spoon, as shown in Figures 1 and 2. Thermoplastics such as polypropylene are As shown in Figure 1, a plate piece 1 is formed into a long and thin piece using plastic resin, and approximately the center of its length is As shown in FIG. 5, a hinge line 2 made of an extremely thin thick wire is formed in the part.

[0013] Then, sandwich this hinge line 2 and make protrusions and recesses as shown in Figures 2, 5, and 7. A handle portion 5 is connected to a handle portion 4 having a curved tip and having locking portions 3a and 3b, respectively. Set up

[0014] Also, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 7, bifurcated protrusions are provided on both sides of the side edges of the hinge line 2. 6a, 6a, their relief recesses 7a, 7a, and the bifurcated protrusions 6a, 6a in the crotch of FIG. The central projecting piece 6b that enters as shown in Figure 4 and its relief recess 7b are as shown in Figure 7. are formed facing each other to constitute a folding eating aid according to this invention.

[0015] In addition, the part indicated by the symbol F in Fig. 9 shows an example of the molded contour as a fork. However, the depth of the groove constituting the hinge line 2 is preferably about 70 to 95% of the thickness of the material.

[0016] Furthermore, as another example of the locking portions 3a, 3b, three locking protrusions 3 are provided as shown in FIG. between c and 3c, snap the other protrusion 3d in against the elasticity of these protrusions. You may do so.

[0017] The structure of this invention is as described above, and an example of its use will be explained next.

[0018] A spoon with the shape shown in Figure 1 is passed from its hinge line 2 through the states shown in Figures 2 and 5. Fold one locking part 3a, such as a protrusion, inward and resist the elasticity of this locking part. By engaging the other locking part 3b such as a recess as shown in Figures 3 and 6, The folded state can be maintained due to the engagement friction.

[0019] In use, the handle part 4 and the handle part 5 are engaged by the engagement friction of the locking parts 3a and 3b shown in FIG. 1, 4, and 5 through the states shown in Figs. 2 and 5. As shown in Figure 9, it can be expanded from hinge line 2, but in this case, this hinge A plurality of protrusions 6a, 6b connected oppositely to the line 2 are inserted into their relief recesses 7a, 7b. By doing so, the above expanded state can be maintained.

[0020] Next, by grasping the handle part 5, the spoon- or fork-shaped handle part 4 is released. You can eat cup foods etc. with the curved concave part at the tip.

[0021] After eating, move the handle 5 again from the hinge line 2 through the states shown in Figures 2, 5, and 7. As shown in Figure 3, Figure 6, and Figure 8, it can be folded to make it smaller and does not become bulky as garbage. .

[0022]

[Effect of the idea]

Since this invention is configured as explained above, it produces the effects described below.

[0023] Fold plate piece 1 from its hinge line 2 and attach one locking part 3a to the other locking part. By engaging, the above-mentioned folded state can be maintained due to the engagement friction, so the flow It has the effect of reducing bulk on the access route.

[0024] In addition, during use, the locking parts 3a and 3b are applied to the engagement friction with the hinge line 2 as the boundary. It can be unfolded very easily by separating the handle part 4 and the handle part 5 against the hinge line 2. A total of three protrusions 6a and 6b connected to each other are inserted into their relief recesses 7a and 7b. By doing so, the above developed state can be maintained reliably.

[0025] In other words, a total of three protrusions 6a and 6b are inserted into their escape recesses 7a and 7b. When this occurs, the distance between the contact edges between each protrusion and the recess becomes longer, and the contact friction between the above-mentioned edges increases. Because of the large size, the handles 5 of spoons and forks tend to bend unnecessarily during use. It also has the effect of not causing any damage and can be used with peace of mind.

[0026] Furthermore, by grasping the handle part 5 of the plate piece 1, it is possible to create a spoon- or fork-shaped The curved concave part of the handle 4 makes it easy to use when eating food such as pudding inside the cup. The tip of part 4 can be molded with uniform thickness including the bottom, making it easy to eat. There is also

[0027] Furthermore, after eating, it can be unfolded again and folded from the crease line 5 to make it more compact, making it easier for garbage collectors. It also has the effect of reducing harm.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

[Fig. 1] A perspective view showing an example of a spoon according to this invention.

[Figure 2] Perspective view of the same as above being folded in half

[Figure 3] Perspective view of the same as above folded in half

[Fig. 4] An enlarged cross-sectional view showing the relationship between the hinge, the locking part, the central protrusion, and the escape recess.

[Figure 5] Enlarged cross-sectional view of the same as above while folding in half

[Figure 6] Enlarged sectional view of the same as above folded in half

FIG. 7 is an enlarged perspective view of what is shown in FIG.

FIG. 8 is an enlarged perspective view of what is shown in FIG. 6;

[Fig. 9] A plan view showing another example of what is shown in Fig. 1.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 piece of board 2 hinge wire 3a,3b Locking part 4 Handle 5 Handle 6a Bifurcated protrusion 6b Central protrusion 7a,7b Escape recess

Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] [Claim 1] A foldable eating and drinking aid such as a spoon or fork, in which a hinge line 2 made of an extremely thin thick line is formed approximately at the center in the longitudinal direction of a long and thin plate piece 1 made of thermoplastic resin. , a handle portion having a curved tip and having locking portions 3a and 3b sandwiching this hinge line 2.
4 and the handle part 5 are arranged in series, and bifurcated projecting pieces 6a, 6a and their relief recesses 7a, 7a are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of the side edges of the hinge line 2.
and the central protrusion that enters between the crotches of the bifurcated protrusions 6a, 6a.
A foldable eating and drinking aid comprising 6b and its escape recess 7b, which are formed opposite to each other.