Drinking Glass

Abstract

A drinking vessel configured to receive and store a liquid being operable to be traversed across a support surface. The drinking vessel includes a body having a bottom and a wall integrally formed to create an interior volume and an opening. The body is superposed a support member wherein the support member includes a first end and a second end that extend beyond the bottom of the body on opposing sides thereof. A first pair of wheels and a second pair of wheels are rotatably secured to the first end and second end of the support member. A first decorative element and a second decorative element are secured to the first end and second end of the support member and are formed to resemble a front end and a rear end of a motor vehicle.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to a drinking vessel, more specifically a drinking glass that is configured to be traversed across a horizontal support surface utilizing a rolling means wherein the rolling means is integrally secured to the drinking glass.

BACKGROUND

Over the year many types of drinking vessels have been produced and utilized to consume a variety of beverages. Drinking vessels are produced in a wide variety of categories such as but not limited to: mugs, wine glasses, tumblers and numerous other styles of glasses. Drinking vessels are often manufactured to a specific size and shape to accommodate specific type of beverage such as but limited to whisky.

One popular type of glass is a shot glass. The shot glass is a generally smaller glass having a proportionately thick base and is typically configured to receive and retain about one to two ounces of liquid. Shot glasses are used for serving small amounts of beverages such as but not limited to whisky. The shot glass can further be utilized as a measuring device. Conventional shot glasses are manufactured of a material such as but not limited to glass and the heavy base provides stability. Conventional shot glasses are manufactured to be stationary and are not configured with any elements to be traversed across the surface on which the shot glass has been superposed. Whether for novelty purposes or other reasons, it would be desirable to have a drinking vessel such as but not limited to a shot glass that is constructed so as to be traversed across a horizontal support surface.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is the object of the present invention to provide a drinking vessel having a body and interior volume operable to receive a liquid wherein the drinking vessel is operable to be traversed across a generally horizontal support structure.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a traversable drinking vessel that includes a horizontal support member integrally secured to the base of the drinking vessel.

A further object of the present invention is to provide a traversable drinking vessel wherein the horizontal support member includes a first end and a second end.

Still another object of the present invention is to provide a traversable drinking vessel wherein the first end and second end of the horizontal support member extend outward from opposing sides of the base of the drinking vessel.

Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide a traversable drinking vessel wherein the base of the drinking vessel is superposed the horizontal support member.

An additional object of the present invention is to provide a traversable drinking vessel wherein the first end of the horizontal support member and the second end of the horizontal support member further include a rolling element.

Still another object of the present invention is to provide a traversable drinking vessel wherein the first end and the second end are configured with a decorative element.

A further object of the present invention is to provide a traversable drinking vessel wherein the decorative elements of the first end and second end of the horizontal support member are formed in a shape of a portion of a motor vehicle.

To the accomplishment of the above and related objects the present invention may be embodied in the form illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Attention is called to the fact that the drawings are illustrative only. Variations are contemplated as being a part of the present invention, limited only by the scope of the claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

A more complete understanding of the present invention may be had by reference to the following Detailed Description and appended claims when taken in conjunction with the accompanying Drawings wherein:

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention; and

FIG. 2 is side diagrammatic view of the operational elements of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Referring now to the drawings submitted herewith, wherein various elements depicted therein are not necessarily drawn to scale and wherein through the views and figures like elements are referenced with identical reference numerals, there is illustrated a drinking vessel 100 constructed according to the principles of the present invention.

Referring in particular to FIGS. 1 and 2 the drinking vessel 100 further includes a body 10 having a bottom 15 and a wall 20 contiguously formed to create an opening 25 and an interior volume 30. The body 10 is generally annular in shape and is operable to receive and retain a liquid therein. The bottom 15 is manufactured to a thickness that is greater than that of the wall 20 so as to provide additional stability and balance during the movement of the drinking vessel 100. The body 10 is manufactured from a suitable durable material such as but not limited to glass. While in the preferred embodiment of the present invention the body 10 includes one wall 20, it is contemplated within the scope of the present invention that body 10 could be formed utilizing more than one wall so as to form a body 10 having various different shapes such as but not limited to pentagonal or hexagonal. The interior volume 30 of the body 10 is configured to retain about two ounces of fluid. While in the preferred embodiment the interior volume 30 of the body 10 is configured to retain about two ounces of fluid, it is further contemplated within the scope of the present invention that the body 10 could be manufactured in numerous different sizes so as to create an interior volume capable of receiving various volumes of fluid that are greater than two ounces.

Illustrated in particular in FIG. 2, the body 10 is superposed the horizontal support member 35. The horizontal support member 35 is integrally secured to the bottom 15 of the body 10 utilizing suitable durable techniques such as but not limited to chemical adhesion or mechanical fasteners. The horizontal support member 35 is manufactured from a suitable durable rigid material such as but not limited to metal. The horizontal support member 35 is generally rectangular in shape and planar in manner. The horizontal support member 35 extends outward from opposing sides 2, 3 of the bottom 15 of the body 10 and further includes an upper surface 7 and lower surface 8. The first end 38 of the horizontal support member 35 is diametrically opposite from the second end 39 with respect to the bottom 15 of the body 10. The first end 38 and second end 39 of the horizontal support member 35 extend beyond the perimeter edge 19 of the bottom 15 in order to provide the necessary stability when the drinking vessel 100 is traversed across a surface.

Secured to the first end 38 are wheels 51,52. The wheels 51,52 are rotatably secured to the first end 38 utilizing axle 55. The wheels 51, 52 are mounted on opposing sides of the horizontal support member 35. It is contemplated within the scope of the present invention that the wheels 51,52 could be manufactured in numerous different sizes and further having various ornamental designs. Operably coupled to the second end 39 of the horizontal support member 35 are a second pair of wheels 70. Only one wheel 69 of the second pair of wheels 70 is visible in the illustrations herein. The second pair of wheels 70 are mounted in the same manner as wheels 51,52 utilizing an axle 75 and are mounted with a wheel on each side of the second end 39. While in the preferred embodiment the horizontal support member 35 utilizes wheels 51,52 and 70 to accomplish the functionality of traversing the drinking vessel 100 across a support surface with assistance of manual force from a user, it is further contemplated within the scope of the present invention that numerous rolling means could be utilized to achieve the desired functionality of being able to traverse the drinking vessel 100 across a support surface. More specifically but not by way of limitation, bulldozer style tracks could be operably coupled to the horizontal support member 35 and utilized to traverse the drinking vessel 100 across a surface.

Illustrated in particular in FIG. 1, the first decorative element 80 and second decorative element 85 are shown therein. The first decorative element 80 is superposed the first end 38 of the horizontal support member 35. The first decorative element 80 is secured to the first end 38 of the horizontal support member 35 utilizing suitable durable techniques such as but not limited to chemical adhesion. The first decorative element 80 is manufactured from a suitable durable material such as but not limited to metal. The first decorative element 80 is formed to resemble the front end of a motor vehicle. It is contemplated within the scope of the present invention that the first decorative element 80 could be formed to resemble numerous styles of motor vehicles.

Secured to the second end 39 of the horizontal support member 35 is the second decorative element 85. The second decorative element 85 is secured to the second end 39 utilizing suitable durable techniques such as but not limited to chemical adhesion. The second decorative element 85 is formed to resemble the rear end of a motor vehicle. It is additionally contemplated within the scope of the present invention that the second decorative element 85 could be formed to resemble the shape of numerous styles of motor vehicles.

Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, a description of the operation of the drinking vessel 100 is as follows. In use the user will pour a desired liquid into the opening 25 of the body 10 wherein the liquid will be stored within the interior volume 30 of the body 20. A user will place the drinking vessel 100 on a desired support surface that is generally horizontal in manner. A user will engage the drinking vessel 100 with their hand and apply a pushing force to the drinking vessel 100 so as to traverse the drinking vessel 100 across the support surface. The configuration of the horizontal support member 35 having the first end 38 and the second end 39 extending beyond the perimeter edge 19 of the bottom 15 is important so as to provide the necessary stability of the drinking vessel 100 while being traversed. If the wheels 51, 52 and 70 were disposed within the perimeter edge 19 of the bottom 15, i.e. being located underneath the bottom 15, the drinking vessel 100 would lack the stability required to traverse the drinking vessel 100 across a support surface without the risk of toppling the drinking vessel 100 resulting in the loss of the liquid disposed therein.

In the preceding detailed description, reference has been made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments, and certain variants thereof, have been described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention. It is to be understood that other suitable embodiments may be utilized and that logical changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. The description may omit certain information known to those skilled in the art. The preceding detailed description is, therefore, not intended to be limited to the specific forms set forth herein, but on the contrary, it is intended to cover such alternatives, modifications, and equivalents, as can be reasonably included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A drinking vessel comprising:

a body, said body having at least one wall and a bottom forming an interior volume, said body further including an opening providing access to said interior volume, said body operable to receive and retain a liquid therein;

a horizontal support member, said horizontal support member being substantially rigid and planar in manner, said horizontal support member having said body superposed thereon, said horizontal support surface having a first end and a second end, said first end and said second end extending outward from opposing sides of said bottom;

a rolling means, said rolling means being operably secured to said first end and said second end of said horizontal support structure; and

wherein said rolling means are operable to facilitate the traversal of the drinking vessel across a support surface.

2. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 1, and further including a first decorative element, said first decorative element being secured to said first end of said horizontal support member.

3. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 2, and further including a second decorative element, said second decorative element being secured to said second end of said horizontal support member.

4. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 3, wherein said rolling means are wheels, said wheels being rotatably mounted to said horizontal support member.

5. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 4, wherein said first decorative element is formed to resemble the front end of a motor vehicle.

6. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 5, wherein said second decorative element is formed to resemble the rear end of a motor vehicle.

7. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 6, wherein said interior volume of said body is configured to receive and retain approximately two ounces of liquid.

8. A drinking vessel configured to be traversed across a surface comprising:

a body, said body having a bottom and at least one wall formed therewith forming an interior volume, said body further including an opening providing access to said interior volume, said body being generally annular in shape, said bottom having a perimeter edge;

a support member, said support member being generally rectangular in shape having a first end and a second end, said support member being secured to said bottom, said support member having a first end and a second end, said first end and said second end extending beyond said perimeter edge of said bottom on opposing sides of said body;

a first rolling means, said first rolling means being rotatably secured to said support member proximate said first end;

a second rolling means, said second rolling means being rotatably secured to said support member proximate said second end; and

wherein said first rolling means and said second rolling means are operable to traverse the drinking vessel across a surface.

9. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 8, and further including a first decorative element, said first decorative element being secured to said first end of said support member.

10. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 9, and further including a second decorative element, said second decorative element being secured to said second end of said support member.

11. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 10, wherein said first decorative element is formed in the shape of a front end of a motor vehicle.

12. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 11, wherein said second decorative element is formed in the shape of a rear end of a motor vehicle.

13. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 12, wherein said first rolling means and said second rolling means are wheels.

14. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 13, wherein said interior volume of said body is configured to receive and retain at least two ounces of liquid.

15. A drinking vessel that is operable to be rolled across a support surface comprising:

a body, said body having a bottom and at least one wall formed therewith forming an interior volume, said body further including an opening providing access to said interior volume, said body being generally annular in shape, said bottom having a perimeter edge;

a support member, said support member being generally rectangular in shape having a first end and a second end, said support member having a first side and a second side, said support member having an upper surface and a lower surface, said bottom of said body being secured to said upper surface of said support member, said support member being generally perpendicular to said at least one wall of said body, said support member having a first end and a second end, said first end and said second end extending beyond said perimeter edge of said bottom on opposing sides of said body;

a first pair of wheels, said first pair of wheels being rotatably secured to said support member proximate said first end;

a second pair of wheels, said second pair of wheels being rotatably secured to said support member proximate said second end;

a first decorative element, said first decorative element being secured to said first end of said support member,

a second decorative element, said second decorative element being secured to said second end of said support member

wherein said first pair of wheels and said second pair of wheels are operable to traverse the drinking vessel across a surface.

16. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 15, wherein said first decorative element is formed in the shape of a front end of a motor vehicle.

17. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 16, wherein said second decorative element is formed in the shape of a rear end of a motor vehicle.

18. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 17, wherein said bottom of said body is greater in thickness than said at least one wall.

19. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 18, wherein said interior volume of said body is configured to store at least two ounces of liquid.

20. The drinking vessel as recited in claim 19, wherein said body is manufactured from glass.