Receptacles – Closures – Secondary closure within parameter of primary closure
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-10
2005-05-10
Banks, Derris H. (Department: 3728)
Receptacles
Closures
Secondary closure within parameter of primary closure
C220S703000, C220S709000, C220S719000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06889859
ABSTRACT:
The invention disclosed herein generally concerns a lid for disposable or reusable beverage containers which facilitates access to the contents for addition of condiment and which enhances the users sensory perception of the state of such contents, without removal of the lid. The lid of the invention combines various sensory elements to simultaneously enhance the user's sensory responses of taste, smell, touch and sight during drinking with the beverage cup lid in place. The sensory elements comprise openings, transparent materials, shape and media, through which liquid and vapor can pass, and through which heat can, conduct or convect. In addition to the elements already described, the beverage cup lid of the invention comprises a physical element that allows the addition and stirring of condiments while the lid is fully installed on the cup. The invention disclosed herein integrates multiple elements of a press and lock on a beverage cup lid. The shape of the lid of the invention provides a thin rim simulating the thickness of a cup without a lid or a non-disposable ceramic or glass mug or cup. The lid disclosed herein provides a well deep enough to avoid contact between the nose and the lid in the drinking position, thereby allowing the user's head to remain more upright while drinking.
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Banks Derris H.
Bauman, Dow & León, P.C.
Francis Faye
Leön, Esquire Alberto A.
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