Compressible feeding apparatus
US5137183A · kind A · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 2, 1990 |
| Grant date | Aug 11, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D47/243
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A compressible feeding apparatus for dispensing liquids, semi-solid foodstuffs or other edible or medicinal materials for feeding or administering to an infant, invalid or other person requiring assistance in such matters. The compressible feeding apparatus includes a feeding apparatus which includes a compressible receptacle, a nozzle assembly removably mounted on the receptacle and a utensil assembly slideably mounted on the nozzle assembly. The nozzle assembly includes as interior channel in communication with the interior of the receptacle and the utensil assembly includes an interior passage in communication with the interior channel. The sidewalls of the interior passage of the utensil assembly are configured to form, in combination with the nozzle assembly, a closeable valve for the feeder apparatus.
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