Receptacles – Container attachment or adjunct – Splatter shield or deflector
Reexamination Certificate
2007-11-28
2011-10-11
Pickett, J. Gregory (Department: 3788)
Receptacles
Container attachment or adjunct
Splatter shield or deflector
C220S369000, C220S713000, C220S719000, C099S297000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08033420
ABSTRACT:
An anti-splash device for use in a cup or other container can help prevent or minimize sloshing, splashing and other undesirable movement of fluids. In some embodiments, the device includes a main body portion having a plurality of openings. The device can also include one or more features that are configured to engage an interior wall of the cup or other container. In other embodiments, the anti-splash device can attach to the brim of a cup or to a lid. In other embodiments, an anti-splash device, a cup lid or any other components related to a beverage or food container comprises one or more finger guides that provide targeted points of contact when manipulating such a device.
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Anderson Richard
Roseblade Dan
HTSS Capital LLC
Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP
Pickett J. Gregory
Walker Ned A
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