WO2021162140A1

WO2021162140A1 - Washable and reusable coupling type straw

Info

Publication number: WO2021162140A1
Application number: PCT/KR2020/001963
Authority: WO
Inventors: 김한주
Original assignee: 김한주
Priority date: 2020-02-12
Filing date: 2020-02-12
Publication date: 2021-08-19

Abstract

The present invention relates to a washable and reusable coupling type straw and, more specifically, to a straw configured to have a coupling structure between two or more members such that each member can be isolated, washed, and reused after using the straw.

Description

Combination straws that are washable and reusable

The present invention relates to a combined straw or straw that can be washed and reused, and more particularly, by having a structure of a straw as a combined structure between two or more members, and separating each member after use of the straw To provide a straw that can be washed and reused.

In general, a straw or straw is made of a tubular shape of a plastic or metal material having a thin thickness, and using a straw having such a tubular shape, one end is brought into contact with the fluid that can be drawn into the straw, and the other end is A portion in which the oral cavity or negative pressure is formed by contacting the oral cavity, lips, or a portion where negative pressure is formed to allow the fluid to be introduced into the straw using the negative pressure applied from the other end of the straw, and the fluid is discharged to the other end It plays a role in allowing the corresponding fluid to move.

Since such a straw or straw can move the fluid of the same density from one end of the straw or straw to the other end with a small pressure as the diameter of the tube is smaller, the pressure that can be applied to the oral cavity of the human body, that is, negative pressure It is generally composed of straws or straws having a diameter less than or equal to a predetermined diameter due to the limitations of the.

Accordingly, the straw or straw has a very small diameter inside the tube, making it difficult to clean the inside, and it is generally used for one-time use and disposal using inexpensive soft plastics, so that soil pollution and microplastics are caused during landfilling. There were problems that caused environmental problems.

Accordingly, the present invention has been devised to solve the above problems,

The composition of the straw capable of ingesting beverages, etc. is composed of a straw formed through the coupling between two or more members, but the coupling between the members is strengthened so that beverages, etc. ingested do not leak due to the coupling between each member, and the negative pressure of the oral cavity, etc. Due to this, it is possible to be provided with a straw formed of silicon, a soft material that enables coupling between members.

Through the configuration of a combined straw that can be combined between two or more members, it is possible to completely clean and sterilize each surface by separating two or more members after drinking is complete, and simply combine and reuse after cleaning and sterilization. This possible feature exists.

Combination straw, which can be washed and reused according to an aspect of the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problems, forms a passage through which the beverage is directly introduced to the inside, and one end is in contact with the beverage and extends upward in the combined straw A washable and reusable combination comprising an inner straw whose other end is formed to contact the oral cavity of the inhaler, and a cover straw that covers the outside of the inner straw and that can be directly contacted by a user or a sucker's hand so that it can be gripped or fixed It is possible to be provided in the configuration of a sieve straw.

The inner straw may further include an end member having a predetermined diameter or larger positioned in the horizontal direction at each of the upper end and the lower end, and the inner straw further includes a first cutout formed in the longitudinal direction on one side of the inner straw desirable.

The cover straw may further include a second cut-out formed on one side in the longitudinal direction, and the second cut-out may support the inner straw being drawn into the cover straw and coupled thereto.

In addition, the cover straw may further include a fixing liner formed on one side in the longitudinal direction, and the fixing liner may be in contact with the inner surface of the first cut-out portion of the inner straw to perform sealing.

The washable and reusable combined straw of the present invention enables complete cleaning and sterilization of each surface by separating two or more members after drinking beverages, etc., and can be reused by simply combining after washing and sterilization exists

In addition, the bond between the members is strengthened so that beverages ingested do not leak due to the coupling between each member constituting the straw. The effect exists.

1 is a combined perspective view ((a) and (b)) showing an embodiment of a combinable straw that can be washed and reused according to the present invention.

Figure 2 is an enlarged view showing an embodiment of the combined straw cover straw that can be washed and reused according to the present invention.

3 is an enlarged view showing an embodiment of a combined straw inner straw that can be washed and reused according to the present invention.

Combination straws that can be washed and reused are combined straws, which form a passage through which beverage is directly drawn into the inner straw and have one end in contact with the beverage and extending upward so that the other end is in contact with the mouth of the aspirator and It is possible to provide a structure of a washable and reusable combined straw that covers the outside of the inner straw and includes a cover straw that can be directly contacted by a user's or aspirator's hand to enable gripping or fixing.

Advantages and features of the present invention and methods of achieving them will become apparent with reference to the embodiments described below in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below, but may be implemented in various different forms, and only these embodiments allow the disclosure of the present invention to be complete, and those of ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention pertains. It is provided to fully understand the scope of the present invention to those skilled in the art, and the present invention is only defined by the scope of the claims.

The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing the embodiments and is not intended to limit the present invention. As used herein, the singular also includes the plural unless specifically stated otherwise in the phrase. As used herein, “comprises” and/or “comprising” does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other components in addition to the stated components. Like reference numerals refer to like elements throughout, and "and/or" includes each and every combination of one or more of the recited elements. Although "first", "second", etc. are used to describe various elements, these elements are not limited by these terms, of course. These terms are only used to distinguish one component from another. Accordingly, it goes without saying that the first component mentioned below may be the second component within the spirit of the present invention.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein will have the meaning commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. In addition, terms defined in a commonly used dictionary are not to be interpreted ideally or excessively unless specifically defined explicitly.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Referring to FIG. 1 , it is possible to ascertain a specific combined embodiment of a combined straw according to an embodiment of the present invention. A more detailed description will be provided below with reference to FIG. 1 .

In the combined straw 100, the inner straw 300 is formed to form a passage 200 through which the beverage is directly introduced into the inside, and one end is in contact with the beverage and extends upward so that the other end is in contact with the oral cavity of the aspirator. It is possible to provide a washable and reusable combined straw that covers the outside of the inner straw 300 and includes a cover straw 400 that can be directly contacted by a user's or aspirator's hand so that it can be gripped or fixed. .

It will be common for a user or aspirator of a combined straw to use one end in contact with the beverage and the other end in contact with the user's mouth while using the combined straw, and the beverage in contact with one end along the passage 200 is negative pressure. It rises to the other end with a predetermined speed by the method, and finally it is possible to be drawn into the mouth of the user or the aspirator.

In this case, the user or the inhaler separates the inner straw 300 and the cover straw 400 of the combined straw after stopping or completing the drinking of the beverage to cleanly wash and dry the outside and the inside, respectively, and then use it for the next use. It is possible to safely store up to a maximum, and due to the composition of the combined straw made of materials such as silicone or synthetic rubber, it is possible to reuse it semi-permanently.

In addition, through the strong coupling configuration of the inner straw 300 and the cover straw 400, which will be described later, it is possible to transfer and aspirate the complete negative pressure without spilling or dropping the beverage until it reaches the oral cavity of the user or the aspirator. this exists

2 is an enlarged view showing an embodiment of a combinable straw cover straw that can be washed and reused of the present invention, and FIG. 3 is an enlarged view showing an embodiment of a combinable straw inner straw that can be washed and reused of the present invention am.

2 and 3, it is possible to confirm the specific configuration of each of the inner straw and the cover straw constituting the combined straw of the present invention.

More specifically, the inner straw 300 may further include an end member 310 having a predetermined diameter or larger positioned in the horizontal direction at each of the upper and lower ends, and the inner straw 300 includes the inner straw 300 . ), it is possible to further include a first cut-out 320 formed in the longitudinal direction on one side.

The end member 310 of the inner straw 300 has an incised cylindrical shape having an outer diameter greater than the outer diameter of the inner straw body 330 of the inner straw 300, and is provided at the top and bottom of the inner straw 300 It is possible, and the end member 310 is in contact with both ends of the cover straw 400 to improve the sealing force of the cover straw 400 and the inner straw 300, and to support the stable inlet of the drink to be drunk. It is possible to fulfill the role.

In addition, the cover straw 400 further includes a second cut-out portion 410 formed in the longitudinal direction on one side, and the second cut-out portion 410 is the inner straw 300 of the cover straw 400 . It can support being drawn in and coupled to the inside, and the cover straw 400 further includes a fixing liner 420 formed in the longitudinal direction on one side, and the fixing liner 420 is the first of the inner straw 300 . 1 It is preferable to perform sealing in contact with the inner surface of the cut-out 310 .

In this case, the fixing liner 420 of the cover straw 400 is drawn into the space of the first cut-out 320 of the inner straw 300 and is applied to the passage 200 inside the inner straw 300 . It is possible to maximize sealing or sealing force by combining with the inner straw 300 configuration, which is naturally contracted by negative pressure.

In order for the configuration of the inner straw 300 to be easily drawn into the inside of the cover straw 400, a second cut-out portion 410 formed along the longitudinal direction of the cover straw made of soft is preferably provided, The cover straw body 430 surrounds the outer surface of the inner straw body 330 introduced through the space of the second cut-out 410, and a soft silicone configuration constituting the cover straw 400, etc. It is possible to apply a more perfect sealing or sealing force by pressing the outer surface of the inner straw body 330 due to its own elasticity.

In addition, after the inner straw is drawn into the cover straw, an elastic ring (not shown) surrounding the cover straw body 430 or each end is the second part of the cover straw in order to add a stronger and more reliable sealing force. It is possible to add a configuration such as an elastic member (not shown) that applies elasticity to the cover straw body forming the second cut-out portion and narrows the space of the second cut-out portion of the cover straw to apply pressure to the inner straw.

As mentioned above, although embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains can realize that the present invention can be embodied in other specific forms without changing its technical spirit or essential features. you will be able to understand Therefore, it should be understood that the embodiments described above are illustrative in all respects and not restrictive.

Claims

In the combined straw 100,

an inner straw 300 that forms a passage 200 through which the beverage is directly introduced into the interior, and that one end is in contact with the beverage and extends upward so that the other end is in contact with the oral cavity of the aspirator; and

a cover straw 400 that covers the outside of the inner straw 300 and can be directly contacted by a user's or aspirator's hand to enable gripping or fixing;

Washable and reusable combined straws with
According to claim 1,

The inner straw 300,

an end member 310 having a predetermined diameter or more positioned in the horizontal direction at the upper end and the lower end, respectively;

Combination straw that can be washed and reused further comprising
According to claim 1,

The inner straw 300,

a first cut-out portion 320 formed in the longitudinal direction on one side of the inner straw 300;

Combination straw that can be washed and reused further comprising
According to claim 1,

The cover straw 400,

a second cut-out 410 formed on one side in the longitudinal direction;

further comprising,

The second cut-out 410,

Combination straw that can be washed and reused, characterized in that the inner straw 300 is drawn into the inside of the cover straw 400 and supported to be combined
According to claim 1,

The cover straw 400,

Fixed liner 420 formed in the longitudinal direction on one side;

further comprising,

The fixing liner 420 is,

Combination straw that can be washed and reused, characterized in that the sealing is performed in contact with the inner surface of the first cut-out 310 of the inner straw 300