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Flexible straw with control means for use with a drinking vessel

US11771249B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 23, 2018
Grant dateOct 3, 2023
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D2547/063
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A non-spill drinking cup system includes a container; a lid assembly that is removably attachable to the container, comprising an aperture; and a drinking tube, wherein the drinking tube extends through the aperture, the drinking tube including an open end, a closed end, and a side wall; and a drinking valve, wherein the drinking valve includes at least one elongate slit disposed within the side wall.

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