Illuminable containers and method
US6254247A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 14, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 3, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2003/0273
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The disposable liquid beverage container of the present invention comprises a first compartment for sealably containing a beverage and a second compartment adjacent the first compartment. A barrier having a translucent portion separates the first and second compartments. A light source and an energy source electrically connected to the light source are disposed in the second compartment. A switch activates the light source such that the light source shines through the translucent portion of the barrier and illuminates the beverage disposed in the first compartment of the container. A holographic image embedded in a film attached to an outside of the container is created within the first compartment when the light source is illuminated. Methods are also provided.
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