Abstract: A portion-controlled dispensing straw assembly includes inner and outer telescoping tubes. The outer tube has an upper edge and a lower edge, and the inner tube has an upper edge, a lower edge and an interior chamber for receiving a substance to be dispensed. A seal is disposed within and attached to the outer tube, below the inner tube, for preventing the substance from exiting the interior chamber in a substance-retaining condition. A cap has a lower edge resting on the upper edge of the inner tube in the substance-retaining condition. The cap, upon being depressed, pushes the inner tube within the outer tube to break the seal and allow the substance received in the interior chamber to fall out of the tubes in a substance-releasing condition. The cap, upon being removed, also opens a passage allowing the tubes to be used as a straw.

Abstract: A tubular plastic drinking straw having a flat side with a message imprinted on the flat side is formed by an extruding head connected to two extruders, one of which contains an opaque plastic and the other of which extrudes a substantially transparent plastic. The plastics are fed simultaneously through an extruding die which generates a tubular shape with at least one flat side, with the opaque plastic forming a flat side. The flat side is then imprinted with a message formed of characters extending longitudinally along the length of the tube. The tube may then be bent into a sinuous shape for novelty purposes.

Abstract: The design of a beverage sharing/tasting straw with one dipping end and plurality of independent suction ends, each differentiable from the other through a combination of one or more of color, size, unique sleeve, logo, material, design and the like to enable multiple people to share/taste the same beverage without risk of transmitting virus, bacteria or other germs, either for one-time consumption or during re-use. The length of the straw dimensions of the suction ends and distance between suction ends can be customized for a specific number of people, ages and seating configurations (e.g. sharing for 2 kids seated next to each other). In one particular embodiment of this design, the beverage sharing/tasting straw end attachment can be adapted to fit over any currently available standard straw thereby converting a traditional single person straw to a multi-person sharing/tasting straw.

Abstract: The invention includes a drinking straw with an inverted funnel-shaped net retained near a lower end of the straw. The net traps ice at the lower end of the straw to cool liquid drawn into the lower end of the straw.

Abstract: The various embodiments herein provide an arrangement to consume a drink from a beverage container. The arrangment comprises a straw inserted into the beverage container from the top and a lid of the beverage container placed over the tip of the straw such that the straw gets compressed when the lid of the beverage container is sealed. The straw attains a spring shape thereby storing a mechanical energy when compressed inside the beverage container. The straw pops out of the beverage container when the consumer opens the lid for drinking the beverage thereby preventing direct contact between the consumer and the container. The length of the straw is more than the height of the beverage container to compress the straw into the beverage container. The straw is arranged inside the beverage container such that the tip of the straw is located at the center of the lid.

Abstract: An extendible flexible drinking straw segment (10) fabricated so as to be collapsible after having been extended and capable of being bent into many different configurations. The drinking straw segment (10) has male and female tubular end sections (14) and (12) respectively, capable of being joined together in liquid-tight junction (20) or to other like drinking straw segments to form a longer structure. The segment (10) provides a flexible, accordion-like, tubular zone (18) intermediate the end sections (14) and (12). In a further embodiment the male end 34 would be externally threaded and the female end 32 would be internally threaded. Like drinking straw segments are connected using a threaded connection. In another embodiment, each straw section is made of a rigid plastic, e.g., a food grade high density plastic. In this embodiment, when the straw sections are connected together, the straw looks continuous.

Abstract: The invention includes a drinking straw with an inverted funnel-shaped net retained near a lower end of the straw. The net traps ice at the lower end of the straw to cool liquid drawn into the lower end of the straw.

Abstract: A reusable or confectionery drinking straw includes a second end portion mouthpiece having a single aperture or multiple apertures, the sensation of the liquid flowing through the aperture(s) capable of being modified by the user. The mouthpiece of the straw device is integral to the straw or it may be removably attached to the straw. The drinking straw device may be edible, partially edible, or inedible. The drinking straw device may be in the form of a bracelet, which may be edible, partially edible, or inedible.

Abstract: A system includes a portable liquid container having at least two chambers for containing at least two liquids separate and an apparatus having at least two separate input tubes configured for drawing liquid from the chambers. At least two separate output tubes are configured for passing at least two separate liquids to a user's mouth. A valve assembly includes a lower portion having at least two input connectors each joined to a one of the input tubes. An upper portion has at least two output connectors each joined to a one of the output tubes. An adjustable valve portion determines proportions of liquids in the separate chambers that are passed to the user's mouth where the liquids remain separate until reaching the user's mouth, and where liquids drawn back down the input tubes and the output tubes into the chambers remain substantially separated.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a straw cup with variable lights, primarily comprising of a set of light-emitting diodes surrounding the inside of the cup's straw, a circuit controller board, and power switch; when the power is activated, the liquid inside the straw's cup refracts and directs light, increasing the variation and brilliance of the twinkling lights and thus further increasing the variation of the straw cup's multicolored lights.

Abstract: A drinking straw that has a filter member is provided. In one embodiment, an outer wall extends in a longitudinal direction and has an outer surface that is curved. A central axis is located at the radial center of the outer wall and extends in the longitudinal direction. The outer wall has a first end and an oppositely disposed second end in the longitudinal direction. The first and second ends are open to allow the flow of fluid longitudinally through the outer wall. A filter member is present and at least partially defines a channel. The central axis may extend through the channel.

Abstract: An extensible straw for incorporation as an integral component of a disposable or collapsible beverage container has telescoping tubes extensible from the container, a screw cap and multiple seals preventing inadvertent leakage from the container whether the container is maintained upright or not.

Abstract: A beverage container equipped with a straw includes a straw that is arranged within the container so that the straw pops up automatically when the container is being opened; the straw includes a buoyant member and an accordion section above its buoyant member; the beverage container further includes, at its upper end, a guiding means for guiding the straw, when the container is being opened, substantially in the same direction as the longitudinal axis of the container, for fixing the upper end of the straw in the state of storage of the container, and for limiting the extent of emersion of the straw.

Abstract: The invention discloses a drinking straw, that in one embodiment, seals one end of the straw and includes a plurality of openings along the structure of the straw to allow liquids to easily enter the straw while at the same time filtering out any non-dissolved particles, seeds or ice from entering the straw and then being subsequently ingested by the user.

Abstract: A safety drinking straw includes a beverage delivery tube having a tube first end for insertion into a quantity of beverage and a tube second end for placement between user lips; and a debris blocking structure substantially at the tube first end permitting a free flow of the beverage through the delivery tube while preventing entry of debris of a selected minimum target size into the delivery tube; so that the debris blocking structure prevents debris from entering the delivery tube and thus prevents debris from lodging and becoming an obstruction within the delivery tube. The debris blocking structure preferably includes at least one cord extending across the interior of the delivery tube substantially at the tube first end, and alternatively includes at least one tube partition or at least two tubular barrels fitted longitudinally and in tandem inside and secured within the delivery tube.

Abstract: A drinking straw having bladders of air formed in an integral manner disposed at its lower end, separately throughout the body or encompassing the entire periphery for different levels of buoyancy to be obtained so that if submerged into a container the straw will rise when uncapped to a desired level for use. Additionally the present invention has a bendable region for easier manipulation of the straws drinking end into one's mouth.

Abstract: There is provided a drinking straw assembly. The assembly has a first straw portion and a housing that can be removably secured to the first straw portion. The housing has a housing cavity, and a valve that can be removably connected to the housing cavity. The valve is also adapted to receive a second straw portion.

Abstract: A drinking straw is sealed at one end and a foraminous filter member is formed in the tubular body of the straw adjacent the sealed end. Upon immersion of the tube in a liquid and suction applied to the opposite end of the tube, liquid is drawn into the tube through the foraminous member, but solid material such as pits or other debris in the liquid are not, being blocked from ingestion by the otherwise sealed second end of the tube.

Abstract: An expandable drinking and mixing straw apparatus that can be compactly stored and expanded when necessary to provide a deployed dual-functionality mixing and drinking apparatus. The several embodiments of the straw apparatus provide a unified apparatus as well as functionally equivalent embodiments with two straw sub-component members defined by an outer straw and an inner straw which sub-component members are bonded together at specified locations. When force is applied to the undeployed straw apparatus, a plurality of veins expands from the apparatus to provide mixing functionality without compromising suction functionality. Straw sub component bonding, vein bending and stopping, and method of deployment of the drinking and mixing straw apparatus are disclosed.

Abstract: A bottle adaptor to which one or more bottles of one or more standard threaded-tops may be screwed and sealed to allow sipping of the fluid in the bottles through a flexible drinking tube. The adaptor and bottles may be carried in a backpack. One or two bottle receivers include plural standard threads spaced along an axis and a socket for a straw to project to the bottom of the bottle. A fluid passageway from the drinking tube extends to the straw sockets. Each bottle receiver includes a selectively openable pressure relief from the ambient to the space adjacent the bottle threads. A separate tube coupler having barbs for the drinking tube may be inserted into and locked to the adaptor. For a two-bottle adaptor, a three-way valve adjacent the barb or other tube connection may select either bottle or the shut condition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a disposable drinking straw pump apparatus and method for using the apparatus. The apparatus contains a manual pump device and two unidirectional valves, which enable the user to direct the flow of liquid through the apparatus and into the user's mouth by compressing and releasing the pump device. In addition to its functional value for those with orofacial disabilities, the drinking straw pump apparatus has entertainment value for those who prefer to manually pump liquid into their mouths, and also as a training tool in developing the muscles and dexterity involved with the suction creation process.

Abstract: A drinking straw with a wall having a first and a second end, wherein the drinking straw comprises a reinforced section at its first and/or second end. A method for producing a drinking straw is also provided.

Abstract: A disposable packaging form is provided for brewed, hot drinks. The invention allows a user to brew the hot drink, squeeze out the brewed contents, and stir the contents of the hot drink. Each action can be performed multiple times before disposal. In some embodiments, the device of the present invention dispenses sweeteners, creamers, flavorings and condiments. The present invention frees the user of the inconvenience of having to collect, wash, or dispose of the stirrers, squeezers and bags of the hot drink individually.

Abstract: A safety drinking straw has an elongated, hollow body having a loop formed at its top end, the loop having an orifice through which liquid may pass. The size of the orifice controls the maximum liquid flow rate thereby preventing excessive liquid to be ingested. The smooth contour of the loop prevents injury to the mouth or lips. The size of the loop prevents its insertion into the mouth, thereby preventing both choking and possible injury to the mouth or throat. In addition, the open configuration of the upper loop makes it easy to grasp by a young child with not yet developed fine motor skills or by an adult having a disorder that effects small motor movements of the hand. A strainer disposed at the bottom, distal end of the straw prevents ingestion of seeds or other particles possibly present in the liquid being consumed through the straw.

Abstract: There is disclosed an expandable drinking and mixing straw apparatus that can be compactly stored and expanded when necessary to provide a deployed dual-functionality mixing and drinking apparatus. The several disclosed embodiments of the straw apparatus provide a unified apparatus as well as functionally equivalent embodiments with two straw sub-component members defined by an outer straw and an inner straw which sub-component members are bonded together at specified locations. When force is applied to the undeployed straw apparatus, a plurality of veins expands from the apparatus to provide mixing means without compromising suction functionality. Straw sub component bonding means, vein bending and stopping means, and method of deployment of the drinking and mixing straw apparatus are disclosed.

Abstract: A method of, and apparatus for, profiling a tube to form at least one profiled product having a first open end and a second open end. The tube (30) is supported on a support (19) which supports the tube along at least a substantial part of the length of the tube corresponding to the product(s) to be formed. At least a portion of the tube is heated to form at least one heat-softened portion of the tube in the region(s) corresponding to the product(s) to be formed. A fluid pressure change (28) is applied to the region(s) of the tube corresponding to the product(s) to be formed to form at least one profiled product having a first open end, a second open end, and a predetermined shape with one or more three dimensional profile features.

Abstract: A drinking straw that can be easily inserted through a lid or into a beverage pouch or box but that cannot be easily removed, for example, by a child, once the straw is in place. Preferred embodiments of the present invention provide a drinking straw apparatus with a mechanism that makes it difficult to remove a straw once inserted through a lid or opening into a beverage container. One or more retaining extensions extending from a sleeve attached to the straw provide force against the underside of the lid of a container, preventing the straw from being pulled out of the container. One or more retaining extensions can also be formed integrally with the straw. Preferred embodiments are also inexpensive to manufacture so that the products are suitable for use as single-use, disposable straws.

Abstract: An extendible flexible drinking straw segment (10) fabricated so as to be collapsible after having been extended and capable of being bent into many different configurations. The drinking straw segment (10) has male and female tubular end sections (14) and (12) respectively, capable of being joined together in liquid-tight junction (20) or to other like drinking straw segments to form a longer structure. The segment (10) provides a flexible, accordion-like, tubular zone (18) intermediate the end sections (14) and (12). In a further embodiment the male end 34 would be externally threaded and the female end 32 would be internally threaded. Like drinking straw segments are connected using a threaded connection.

Abstract: A reusable, disposable, or confectionery drinking straw includes a bulbous end portion having a plurality of apertures. The bulbous straw end portion is integral to the straw or it may be removably attached to the straw. The drinking straw device may include or be in the form of a bracelet. The bracelet portion is either integral to the straw or removably attached to the straw.

Abstract: A container formed from a paperboard laminate and including a rupturable opening for gaining access to the contents of the container, the opening being defined by an embossment pattern in a wall of the container. The embossment defines a weakened area which includes the layers of the laminate, but without destruction or deterioration of selected ones of the barrier/sealing layers of the laminate. A method is disclosed.

Abstract: A lower component has a vertical central section and a lower section. The lower component is formed of parallel side walls. T The lower component has an open top and a closed bottom. The bottom is formed of an arcuate face. The arcuate face couples the side walls. The lower component has a horizontal upper section. The upper component has a vertical central section and a lower section. The upper component is formed of parallel side walls. The upper component has an open bottom and a closed top. The top is formed of an arcuate face. The arcuate face couples the side walls. The upper component has a horizontal upper section. Coupling components are provided between the lower and upper components. In this manner the lower and upper components may be opened and separated for positioning a cookie there between.

Abstract: The straw designed for the intake of water based drink from a container. In the lower part of the flexible straw there are holes that are connected to the main tube of the straw. Above the holes and attached to the straw, there is a floating device which allows for the intake of the drink from the container only from fixed depth ranges, preferably from 5-15 mm from the surface of the water. The straw allows for the protection of the organism of the user from negative effects of the drink on the body's cells.

Abstract: A drinking straw for delivering a hot liquid in the form of a foam into a user's mouth that mimics the natural action of sucking in air for cooling the liquid. The straw has a tube wall with an expanded portion proximate an outlet. Air admitting orifices are provided in the tube wall below the expanded portion so that air is drawn into the straw through the orifices when a liquid is sucked through the straw. The straw may be used for cooling a hot liquid such as coffee, tea, soup or the like and may be used in connection with a container.

Abstract: An extensible straw for incorporation as an integral component of a disposable or collapsible beverage container has telescoping tubes extensible from the container, a screw cap and multiple seals preventing inadvertent leakage from the container whether the container is maintained upright or not.

Abstract: The automatic drink dispensing cup is of added commercial value to the food industry, adding an entertainment value to the drinking of refreshments.

Abstract: A drinking straw for controlling the intake of beverages, comprising an elongated hollow member having at least two open ends, at least one end being a suction end adapted for application of a suction force, and at least one end being a liquid end adapted for immersion in a liquid beverage; at least one compartment associated with each at least one suction end and located between the associated at least one suction end and the at least one liquid end and having openings for communicating the liquid beverage therethrough; and at least one insoluble object within the at least one compartment having an outer circumference smaller than an inner circumference of the at least one compartment; wherein the compartment openings and the object are dimensioned to prevent escape of the object from the compartment; and wherein the at least one object seals at least one compartment opening subsequent to the application of the suction force to prevent the movement of the liquid beverage past the opening.

Abstract: The present invention regards an underpressure-activated valve mechanism for controlled dispensing of fluids, including liquid food articles, from a receptacle. When the user applies sufficient suction force (P2) across a pressure comparative diaphragm zone a valve opening force is applied to a valve area that has a force connection with the diaphragm zone. When the suction force ceases the valve area closes and remains closed, even in the event of overpressure (P3) in the receptacle.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a straw having built-in amusement units, which can provide a user with pleasure and be used for advertisement or indoor decoration of a product since the amusement units mounted inside a through hole of the straw are rotated by the flow of a liquid inside the straw so as to stimulate the user's eyes.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to a sealable straw and ventable closure assembly which provides multiple dispensing techniques designed to be attached to the opening of a variety of known sealable containers and container closures.

Abstract: A Combined Drinking Straw with Mixer, disposable or reusable, consisting in a drinking straw to sip beverages with its intake end provided with conveniently shaped radial vanes each provided with a hole at alternate positions which, when immersed into a beverage in any suitable container, impart a whirling effect to said beverage when the user conveniently twirls the drinking straw with his/her hands or fingers, thereby mixing or improving the homogenization and blend of the beverage, being this feature particularly useful with beverages made with ice cream and milk or soda, or flavored powder with milk or other liquids, or even cocktails with ice, and, in addition, it may be provided with appealing advertising attachments and this utensil may be offered to consumers as option to mix beverages by themselves, saving time and energy, particularly in Fast Food Services.

Abstract: A drinking straw having a tubular member made of a plastic, having an interior passage that provides fluid communication between an inlet end for immersing into a beverage and a draw end for placing between the lips of a user; and a multipore member, disposed within the tubular member along a portion of the length of the tubular member, having a plurality of passageways extending from an inlet end to the draw end of the multipore member. The multipore member is typically plastic and formed of a plurality of individual flow tubes that communicate between the inlet end and draw end of the multipore member.

Abstract: A drinking straw for controlling the intake of beverages, comprising an elongated hollow member having at least two open ends, at least one end being a suction end adapted for application of a suction force, and at least one end being a liquid end adapted for immersion in a liquid beverage; at least one compartment associated with each at least one suction end and located between the associated at least one suction end and the at least one liquid end and having openings for communicating the liquid beverage therethrough; and at least one insoluble object within the at least one compartment having an outer circumference smaller than an inner circumference of the at least one compartment; wherein the compartment openings and the object are dimensioned to prevent escape of the object from the compartment; and wherein the at least one object seals at least one compartment opening subsequent to the application of the suction force to prevent the movement of the liquid beverage past the opening.

Abstract: A drinking straw that can be used to dispense a substance such as vitamins, pharmaceuticals, or diet supplements that is stored inside of the straw body. The straw includes a one-way liquid flow valve at one end of straw that prevents drawn liquid and any of the dissolved materials from returning to the initial liquid source that is drawn through the straw when the straw is not in use. The straw may include a one-way valve or crimp for acting as a one-way valve.

Abstract: A press and sip device including a straw and sieve coupled together to permit pressing solid particles to infuse flavor into a freshly brewed beverage consumable from the container in which it was prepared. The straw and sieve unit can be used in containers of various sizes through the use of gasket attachments. The sieve is provided with openings that allow the beverage to receive flavor from the solid particles while maintaining the particles separate from the beverage when the beverage is consumed. The straw is provided with apertures in the side wall of the straw that limit intake of beverage to the liquid above the sieve separated from the solid particles. The device is contemplated as having detachable elements to facilitate cleaning and storage.

Abstract: A regulating component to regulate fluid flow through the axial passage communicating between the intake end, and mouth engageable distal end, of a drinking straw. The component has an upper wall separated from a lower wall by an engaged sidewall all defining a restriction chamber. When engaged in the axial passage of a drinking straw, fluid traversing the straw all traverses through apertures in the lower and upper wall and thereby through the restriction chamber. Force of the moving fluid on a ball in the restriction chamber acts to raise the ball to seal the aperture in the upper wall. If the fluid reaches too high a speed or continues long enough at a lower speed to move the ball upward it seals the restriction chamber from the exit end of the straw.

Abstract: A spill or squirt resistant fluid management system is described. The system primarily includes: (1) a first fluid passage portion having a first open end; (2) a second fluid passage portion having a second open end; (3) a fluid accumulator portion disposed between, and in fluid communication with, the first and second fluid passage portions; (4) a fluid inlet disposed between the second fluid passage portion and the fluid accumulator portion; and (5) a fluid exit disposed between the first fluid passage portion and the fluid accumulator portion. The system is useful for incorporation into drinking straws, fluid containers, drinking container lids, and tanker trucks.

Abstract: Disclosed in this specification is a device that is a combination straw, muddler, and stirrer. The device comprises a hollow tube that ends in a flange carrying spikes for crushing fruit pieces or other flavour ingredients. Optional stirring ribs may be provided to facilitate stirring. An entire or a partial length of the tube may be manufactured to have round or polyhedral cross sections, providing for flat surfaces on which texts or symbols may be positioned.

Abstract: A bite valve manufactured from a soft and flexible material includes a joining section, a liquid outlet section, and at least a pair of columns at an inner wall approaching the liquid outlet section to retain the bite valve and to prevent an inner channel of the bite valve from being closed, and an extension tube projecting from an outer periphery of the liquid outlet section and being capable of bending backward to accommodate around the outer periphery of the liquid outlet section. Wherein, the joining section is for joining with a liquid guide tube of a liquid container.

Abstract: A drinking straw (1) has a spherical transparent housing (2) formed part way up it in which there is a ball (3) which can be marked or decorated and when a drink is sucked up the straw (1) the ball (3) rotates.

Abstract: A housing has walls terminating with an opening and a circular aperture adapted to hold a bottle. A fan assembly has a motor within the housing. The fan assembly has propellers exterior of the housing. The fan assembly has a rotatable shaft and a button. The button is operatively coupled to the motor. A spray assembly has a tube. The tube has an input end and an outlet end. A trigger extends through the opening. A pump operatively couples the trigger and the tube. A drinking assembly has a passageway extending through the housing. The drinking assembly has a straw. The straw has a lower end positionable within the bottle and an upper end positioned above the housing.