DEFORMABLE SLEEVE WITH RESILIENT CORE STRUCTURE

The invention relates to deformable sleeve with resilient core structure, including: the top and bottom of the sleeve; a resilient core device with one or more solid parts, which has a surface structure of a gap, and/or cavities and limits the distance between the first and second ends of the sleeve due to induced movement. Width of the sleeve is partially limited when it is in undeformed position, and its narrowest width size is partially limited when the sleeve is in deformed position; the outer wall of the resilient core device is partially connected, or secured to the sleeve at one or more ends of the deformable sleeve. The deformable sleeve and resilient core device can be used in combination with various products to improve grip, function or surface appearance. Deformation of the sleeve is limited to a specific structure through the resilient core to provide users improved experience.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The invention relates to the field of deformable container technology. Specifically, it is a deformable sleeve with a resilient core structure that can be incorporated onto the surface of a container or object of cylindrical shape.

BACKGROUND

As we all know, when we use thermos cups, containers, cups, utensils, tools and other daily necessities, because the surface of these utensils is often very smooth, and there are no creases. spines, ripples, creases, or other surface texture. Therefore, when using it, there may be slipping due to carelessness, causing unnecessary error or damage to the item, thus affecting the function, performance and repeatability of the item. Therefore, it is necessary to incorporate a deformable surface onto these items, so as to provide improved, enhanced or changed functions, and can be effectively applied to a variety of applications.

At present, no effective solutions have been proposed for the problems in related technologies.

SUMMARY

The purpose of the invention is to provide a deformable sleeve with an resilient core structure to overcome the above problems in existing technologies.

In order to achieve the above purposes, the invention provides the following technical solutions: a deformable sleeve with an resilient core structure, including:Deformable sleeve, with the top of the sleeve and the bottom of the sleeve;The resilient core device of one or more solid parts is set in the inner boundary of the deformable sleeve. The resilient core device has a surface structure of gaps, notches, gap or cavities, and the surface structure limits the distance between the top and the bottom end of the deformable sleeve caused by the actuation. The above surface structure is contained within the deformable sleeve when the deformable sleeve is in its undeformed position, the width of the deformable sleeve is partially limited, and when the deformable sleeve is in the deformed position, the narrowest width of the deformable sleeve is partially limited;The outer wall of the resilient core device is partially connected to the deformable sleeve at one or more ends of the deformable sleeve, and the resilient core device may, or may not form an air-tight combination with the deformable sleeve.

Further, the sleeve in the deformation position is in a predetermined shape. When the pressure is applied along the direction of the top of the sleeve, the predetermined shape is adjusted by the resilient core structure, and the pressure required for deformation is derived from the force exerted by the hand or other physical action.

Further, the bottom of the resilient core device is provided with a sealed tube, which is a hollow tube with a closed end. The sealed tube is equipped with a valve, through which air pressure can be added or removed.

Further, the resilient core device includes latch, latch release button, spring and lever.

Further, the latch can fix the deformable sleeve in its deformation position, and can release the deformation. After releasing the deformation, the sleeve returns to its undeformed position.

Further, the resilient core device has a closure or a hollow tubular shape at either end.

Further, the resilient core device does not have a closure or a hollow tubular shape at either end.

Further, the resilient core device has a tubular structure.

Further, the deformable sleeve and the resilient core device are combined to form a sheath.

Further, the resilient core device can be directly combined or molded to the surface of the product.

Furthermore, the deformable sleeve consists of at least one layer of elastic or non-elastic material.

Compared with the existing technology, the invention has the following beneficial effects:1) The invention can be combined into various products to improve the grip, function or surface appearance. The deformation of the sleeve is adjusted to a specific structure through the resilient core to provide a improved experience for the user; 2) The invention has a simple structure and novel design.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Next, a further description of the invention is made in combination with the specific implementation method and the attached drawings:

As shown inFIG.1andFIG.1A, a deformable sleeve with an resilient core structure, including: deformable sleeve1, with the top of the sleeve and the bottom of the sleeve;The resilient core device with one or more solid parts is set in the inner boundary of the deformable sleeve1. The resilient core device2has a gap, concave, gap and or cavity surface structure3, and the surface structure3limits and limits the distance between the top and the bottom of the deformable sleeve1caused by the movement. The surface structure3partially limits the width of the deformable sleeve when the deformable sleeve1is in its undeformed position, and partially limits the narrowest width size of the deformable sleeve when the deformable sleeve is in the deformed position;The outer wall of the resilient core device2is partially connected to the deformable sleeve1at one or more ends of the deformable sleeve, and the resilient core device2forms an air-tight combination with the deformable sleeve.

As shown inFIG.2,FIG.2AandFIG.2B, the deformed sleeve is in a predetermined shape4. When the pressure is applied along the6-6direction, the predetermined shape4is adjusted by the structure of the resilient core structure5. The pressure required for deformation can be obtained by the force exerted by the hand or other physical movement.

As shown inFIG.3,FIG.3AandFIG.3B, the sleeve includes latch7and latch release button8. The latch7can fix the sleeve in its deformed position and release the deformation, so that the sleeve can return to its undeformed position. The parts of the resilient core5structure can be connected to the area of the sleeve at one or two ends of The deformable sleeve1is a hollow tubular sheath structure, in which the tubular object10is installed in the inner area of the resilient core5structure.

As shown inFIGS.5and5B, the bottom of the resilient core device is provided with a sealing tube11. The sealing tube is a hollow tube with a closed end. The sealing part of the sealing tube is equipped with a valve, through which air pressure can be added or removed to affect the deformation of the deformable sleeve1.

The deformable sleeve and the resilient core device are combined to form a sheath.

The resilient core device2can be directly combined or molded to the surface of the product. Various tubular products can be included in the sheath. Similarly, the core structure can be directly combined or molded to the surface of various products.

The deformable sleeve1is composed of at least one layer of elastic or non-elastic material.

The elastic or non-elastic materials are plastics, rubber, cloth, metals and/or their composite materials.

FIGS.4and4Adescribe the alternative embodiment of the deformable sleeve, excluding the latch mechanism used to adjust the deformation of the equipment. The sleeve is composed of reflexive materials such as plastics, so the embodiment will change from the deformed position to the undeformed position when the application of force is released. In addition, the sleeve is composed of malleable materials such as aluminum, so the embodiment will remain in the deformed position when the application of force is released.

FIGS.6,6A and6Bshow an embodiment of the invention, in which the aluminum can is contained within the structure of the deformable sleeve1, as shown inFIG.4.FIG.6Ashows that the deformable sleeve1shown inFIG.6is in the deformed position, thus providing enhanced gripping performance and stylized surface appearance. In addition,FIG.6Bshows that the deformable sleeve1shown inFIG.6Ais driven by manual force in the direction of7-7. As shown inFIGS.3and4, the device may or may not include the latch and latch release button. The latch and latch release button can fix the sleeve in its deformed position and release the deformation, so that the sleeve can return to its undeformed position.

FIGS.7,7A and7Bshow an embodiment of the invention, in which, as shown inFIG.4, the beverage cup is contained in the structure of the deformable sleeve1or combined into the structure of the deformable sleeve1.FIG.7Ashows that the deformable sleeve1shown inFIG.7is in the deformed position, thus providing the enhanced grip performance of the gripping surface and the stylized surface appearance. In addition,FIG.7Bshows the deformable sleeve shown inFIG.7Aby manually applying force in the8-8direction. As shown inFIGS.3and4, the device may or may not include the latch and latch release button. The latch and latch release button can fix the sleeve in its deformed position and release the deformation, so that the sleeve can return to its undeformed position.

FIGS.8,8A and8Bshow an embodiment of the invention, in which, as shown inFIG.4, the spray bottle is accommodated within the structure of deformable sleeve1or combined into the structure of the device.FIG.8Ashows that the deformable sleeve1shown inFIG.8is in the deformed position, thus providing enhanced gripping performance and stylized surface appearance.FIG.8Balso shows the deformable sleeve1shown inFIG.8Aby manually applying force in the9-9direction. The embodiment uses the downward pressure of the pump button as the driving force to deform the deformable sleeve1. As shown inFIGS.3and4, the device may or may not include the latch and latch release button. The latch and latch release button can fix the sleeve in its deformed position and release the deformation, so that the sleeve can return to its undeformed position.

FIG.9.FIG.9Ashows an embodiment of the invention, in which the deformable sleeve1is combined into the main body of the click pen. The embodiment uses the downward pressure of the pen click button12as the driving force to deform the deformable sleeve1.FIG.9Ashows that the deformable sleeve shown inFIG.9is in the deformed position, thus providing enhanced gripping performance and stylized surface appearance. Click the pen button to its unpressed position13will return the sleeve to its undeformed position.

FIGS.10,10A and10Bshow an embodiment of the invention as shown inFIGS.3,4and5. The embodiment includes a removable cover14, which directly or indirectly contacts the resilient core structure of the deformable sleeve.FIG.10Ashows the torsion direction of9-9, which removes the cover and causes deformable sleeve deformation by compression of the core structure through contact pressure, connecting rod mechanism or other mechanical means.FIG.10Bshows that the deformable sleeve is in a deformed position, in which the cover has been removed. By reversing the steps taken inFIG.10A, replace the cover with a deformable sleeve to return the deformable sleeve to its undeformed position.

FIGS.11and11Aare an embodiment of the invention, which shows a container with a hinged cover in an undeformed position, and the hinge cover15realizes the flipping of the cover plate by twisting the hinge.FIG.11Ais a container with a hinged cover in the deformed position according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIGS.12and12Aare three-dimensional drawings of an aluminum can17containing an resilient core structure in its internal area according to an embodiment of the invention. In this embodiment, the wall of the aluminum can17can be used as a deformable sleeve.FIG.12Ashows that the aluminum can17containing the resilient core structure in the internal area is in the deformed position according to an embodiment of the invention.

Finally, it should be noted that the above is only the preferred embodiment of the invention and is not used to limit the invention. Although the invention is explained in detail with reference to the above implementation examples, for technicians in this field, they can still modify the technical scheme recorded in the above embodiments, or modify its Some of the technical features are equivalently replaced. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. within the spirit and principles of the invention shall be included in the scope of protection of the invention.