Patent · US Expired

Drink coasters

US4433823A · kind A · utility

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13References
5Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 22, 1981
Grant dateFeb 28, 1984
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 22, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/256
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

The present invention provides a coaster for a drink container characterized in that the coaster incorporates a microporous structure capable of absorbing liquids which fall upon the surface thereof. Such a coaster, provided it is of appropriate dimensions and porosity, can prevent any spillage or condensation from reaching the table surface, yet will remain externally dry.

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