DRY INTERIOR COOLER FOR BEVERAGES

Abstract

A cooler with a dry interior chamber that effectively keeps beverages cold without subjecting them to moisture. By combining a highly insulated outer container with an inner container designed for efficient cooling, this invention prevents labels from peeling off and enhances the overall beverage experience. Additionally, the depth of the ice chamber is adjustable, offering versatility to suit varying needs while reducing the required amount of ice.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims benefit to provisional application U.S. 63/441,819 filed on Jan. 29, 2023 and is incorporated in its entirety.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The field of beverage cooling containers has witnessed continuous innovation to address the practical needs and preferences of consumers. One common challenge faced by users of traditional coolers is the propensity of ice to melt, leading to wet and soggy interiors, particularly when used to store beverages. Retrieving a drink from a pool of melted ice can be inconvenient and unappealing.

Conventionally, coolers typically consist of a single insulated container, designed to keep items cold by surrounding them with ice. However, this method is not without drawbacks. As the ice melts, it can create a wet environment inside the cooler, causing labels to peel off, diluting beverages, and making it difficult for users to access their preferred drinks.

Various attempts have been made in the prior art to address this issue, such as the inclusion of drain plugs to remove excess water. Nevertheless, these solutions do not entirely eliminate the problem of beverages coming into contact with melted ice, especially when the cooler is not situated perfectly level, or when it's frequently opened and closed.

The present invention addresses these concerns by introducing a dry interior cooler for beverages. This innovation provides a solution to the issue of wet interiors by incorporating a secondary chamber within the cooler. This secondary chamber, often referred to as an “ice moat,” surrounds the beverages while keeping them dry. By maintaining a dry interior while effectively cooling the stored drinks, the invention improves user experience and convenience, ultimately enhancing the appeal of beverage cooling containers.

In addition to its core functionality, the dry interior cooler allows for reduced ice usage. Traditional coolers require large amounts of ice to fill the entire container, while the present invention efficiently utilizes ice only in the secondary chamber. This not only conserves ice but also provides more space for beverages.

This background illustrates the need for innovation in beverage cooling containers, highlighting the shortcomings of conventional coolers and the benefits of the dry interior cooler for beverages as described herein. The following sections will provide a detailed description of the invention, outlining its construction, operation, and advantages.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to beverage cooling containers and, more particularly, to a dry interior cooler designed to efficiently cool beverages while preventing contact with melted ice. This innovation addresses the issues of wet interiors in traditional coolers and offers an improved solution for maintaining dry and accessible beverages in a cooling container. The field of the invention encompasses beverage containers and coolers with features designed to enhance the user experience, reduce ice usage, and ensure dryness within the container.

The present invention introduces a novel dry interior cooler designed to revolutionize the way beverages are stored and cooled. Traditional coolers often lead to the inconvenience of wet interiors, peeling labels, and difficulty in accessing drinks. In contrast, the invention incorporates a secondary chamber within the cooler, surrounding the beverages like a moat of ice, while keeping them completely dry.

The exterior of the cooler boasts exceptional insulation to prevent heat from entering, ensuring the beverages remain cool for extended periods. In contrast, the inner chamber has minimal insulation to facilitate the efficient transfer of excess heat from the beverages into the surrounding ice chamber.

This innovative cooler design not only keeps beverages dry but also conserves ice by only requiring the ice chamber to be partially filled. It maximizes space for drinks, making it a more convenient and efficient cooling solution.

The present invention not only transforms the beverage cooling experience but also offers cost-effective and user-friendly advantages. By enhancing the efficiency of cooling and reducing the need for excessive ice, it caters to the evolving needs of consumers seeking convenience and quality in their beverage storage and cooling solutions.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows a top perspective view of the dry interior cooler for beverages.

FIG. 2 shows a side perspective view of the dry interior cooler for beverages.

FIG. 3 shows a top view of the dry interior cooler for beverages.

FIG. 4 shows a top perspective view of the dry interior cooler for beverages when it is

full of drinks and the outer perimeter is filled with ice.

FIG. 5 shows a top view of a rack designed to hold fruits, vegetables, and lunch meats.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth to clearly describe various specific embodiments disclosed herein. One skilled in the art, however, will understand that the presently claimed invention may be practiced without all of the specific details discussed below. In other instances, well known features have not been described so as not to obscure the invention.

As described herein, the term “pivotally connected” shall be used to describe a situation wherein two or more identified objects are joined together in a manner that allows one or both of the objects to pivot, and/or rotate about or in relation to the other object in either a horizontal or vertical manner.

As described herein, the term “removably coupled” and derivatives thereof shall be used to describe a situation wherein two or more objects are joined together in a non-permanent manner so as to allow the same objects to be repeatedly joined and separated.

Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting. The use of “including,” “comprising,” or “having” and variations thereof herein is meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof as well as additional items. Unless limited otherwise, the terms “connected,” “coupled,” and “mounted,” and variations thereof herein are used broadly and encompass direct and indirect connections, couplings, and mountings. In addition, the terms “connected” and “coupled” and variations thereof are not restricted to physical or mechanical connections or couplings.

In addition, it should be understood that embodiments of the invention include both hardware and electronic components or modules that, for purposes of discussion, may be illustrated and described as if the majority of the components were implemented solely in hardware. However, one of ordinary skill in the art, and based on a reading of this detailed description, would recognize that, in at least one embodiment, the electronic based aspects of the invention may be implemented in software. As such, it should be noted that a plurality of hardware and software-based devices, as well as a plurality of different structural components may be utilized to implement the invention. Furthermore, and as described in subsequent paragraphs, the specific mechanical configurations illustrated in the drawings are intended to exemplify embodiments of the invention and that other alternative mechanical configurations are possible.

The present subject consists of a standard cooler with a dry interior chamber 5 that is meant to keep beverages cool while preventing those beverages from becoming wet. Consumers find the process of digging into icy water to grab a drink with a label that is peeling off to be an unappealing process.

Coolers are known in the prior art; however, the present subject matter distinguishes itself with a secondary chamber 15 on the inside of the cooler which surrounds the beverages like a moat of ice, all the while keeping the drinks dry.

The outer container 10 of the cooler is highly insulated to prevent heat from entering the container and raising the temperature of the drinks, while the inner container has very little insulation as to allow any excess heat from the beverages to be more easily pulled away into the ice chamber.

The typical depth of the ice chamber is 3.5 to 4 inches; however, this ice chamber 15 can be adjusted to suit the user's needs.

The present subject matter also allows consumers to chill their beverages with less overall ice. When the entire container does not need to be filled with ice, it allows for more room for drinks. The present subject matter also comprises of a rack 20 designed to hold fruits, vegetables, and lunch meats.

While several illustrative embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, numerous variations and alternative embodiments will occur to those skilled in the art. Such variations and alternative embodiments are contemplated and can be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the appended claims.

As used in this specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural referents unless the content clearly dictates otherwise. The term “plurality” includes two or more referents unless the content clearly dictates otherwise. Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the disclosure pertains.

The foregoing detailed description of exemplary and preferred embodiments is presented for purposes of illustration and disclosure in accordance with the requirements of the law. It is not intended to be exhaustive nor to limit the invention to the precise form(s) described, but only to enable others skilled in the art to understand how the invention may be suited for a particular use or implementation. The possibility of modifications and variations will be apparent to practitioners skilled in the art. No limitation is intended by the description of exemplary embodiments which may have included tolerances, feature dimensions, specific operating conditions, engineering specifications, or the like, and which may vary between implementations or with changes to the state of the art, and no limitation should be implied therefrom. Applicant has made this disclosure with respect to the current state of the art, but also contemplates advancements and that adaptations in the future may take into consideration of those advancements, namely in accordance with the then current state of the art. It is intended that the scope of the invention be defined by the Claims as written and equivalents as applicable. Reference to a claim element in the singular is not intended to mean “one and only one” unless explicitly so stated. Moreover, no element, component, nor method or process step in this disclosure is intended to be dedicated to the public regardless of whether the element, component, or step is explicitly recited in the claims. No claim element herein is to be construed under the provisions of 35 U.S.C. Sec. 112, sixth paragraph, unless the element is expressly recited using the phrase “means for . . . ” and no method or process step herein is to be construed under those provisions unless the step, or steps, are expressly recited using the phrase “step(s) for . . . ”

Claims

1. A dry interior cooler for beverages comprising:

a) an outer container with high thermal insulation properties;

b) a rack designed for fruits, vegetables, and lunch meats; and

b) an inner container designed to surround beverages, said inner container having minimal thermal insulation.

2. The dry interior cooler of claim 1, wherein the inner container defines an ice chamber.

3. The dry interior cooler of claim 2, wherein the ice chamber has a depth ranging from 3.5 to 4 inches.

4. The dry interior cooler of claim 2, wherein the depth of the ice chamber is adjustable.

5. The dry interior cooler of claim 1, further comprising a plurality of beverages stored within the inner container.

6. The dry interior cooler of claim 1, wherein the outer container includes handles for ease of transport.

7. The dry interior cooler of claim 1, wherein the inner container is configured to prevent moisture from contacting beverages stored within.

8. The dry interior cooler of claim 1, further comprising an arrangement of compartments within the inner container for separating and organizing beverages.

9. The dry interior cooler of claim 1, wherein the inner container includes a mechanism for adjusting the depth of the ice chamber.

10. The dry interior cooler of claim 1, wherein the outer container includes a lid for sealing and maintaining the temperature within the cooler.