Beverage container with recessed top and method for using same
US8939311B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 27, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D43/0229
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A beverage container that includes a cylindrical main body portion having an open top and a closed bottom and that defines an interior. The bottom includes a contact surface and a continuous concave non-contact portion extending therebetween. The cylindrical main body portion defines a first volume. The container also includes a removable cover positioned at a location between the bottom and the top, and a recess defined between the removable cover and the open top. The recess defines a second volume that is between about 5% and about 50% of the first volume.
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