Timed dispenser for programmed fluid consumption
US6252494A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 28, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61J7/0472
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention relates to a drink dispensing device, particularly to a device designed for dispensing of particular amounts of water or alternative fluids to an individual, and most particularly to a device which includes a timing function for prompting consumption at programmed intervals. In a particular embodiment, the drink dispensing device is in the form of a drinking glass containing volumetric measuring indicia for monitoring the amount of fluid currently contained in, or consumed from, the vessel; and a time monitoring device having multiple programming mode
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