Container having an internal structure with minimum surfaces
US10302252B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF17C2223/0123
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An illustrative example container includes a plurality of internal support members having a surface contour that at least approximates a minimum surface. The plurality of internal support members collectively provide structural support for carrying loads on the container. The plurality of internal support members collectively establish a plurality of cavities for at least temporarily containing fluid. An outer shell is connected with at least some of the internal support members. The outer shell includes a plurality of curved surfaces. The outer shell encloses the cavities.
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