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- Prior candle extinguishers utilize some means for smothering a candle flame, either by capping or covering the end of the wick with a bell-shaped snuffer or flame extinguisher, or by pinching the wick itself between two surfaces. In each case, oxygen is excluded from the wick for a sufficient period or sufficient heat is withdrawn from the flame to extinguish the flame.
- Candle extinguishers that operate by enclosing the wick may be advantageous in that they may minimize smoking of the wick when the candle flame is extinguished.
- Another common issue may be the spread of germs caused by blowing out a birthday candle with breath when no candle extinguisher device is used. Accordingly, there exists a need for safe and novel way for extinguishing candle flames, such as candles on birthday cakes, while not spreading germs.
- prior candle extinguishers typically are not aesthetically pleasing and cannot be displayed or used as a toy.
- a candle cup cover incorporating custom figurine toppers may be swapped with others when not being used to extinguish candle flames (e.g., birthday candle flames).
- One problem, common to most types of candle extinguishers, is that accumulated hot wax and/or soot on the extinguisher can be transferred to the table or other resting surface on which the extinguisher is placed after being used to extinguish a candle flame. Consequently, the hot wax and/or soot can damage the table or resting surface on which the extinguisher is placed.
- the candle cup cover may incorporate a perimeter that raises portions of the extinguisher that may have been in contact with hot wax and/or soot off the resting surface.
- a flame extinguisher, other apparatus, or device comprising a planar surface with a first end comprising a handle configured to be held by a hand, a second end affixed to a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of the planar surface, and a perimeter configured to prevent an underside of the planar surface opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down.
- the hollowed, geometric solid may be a hollowed, conical solid.
- the hollowed, geometric solid may be sized to extinguish a candle flame when a lit wick is inserted into an interior space of the hollowed, geometric solid.
- the hollowed, geometric solid may comprise a material that is the same as a handle material and the material may be continuous from the handle to the hollowed, geometric solid.
- the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may comprise one or more molded pieces of material.
- the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may comprise 3-D printed materials.
- the hollow, geometric solid may further comprises a feature allowing for an attachment of an ornamental figure.
- the feature may be a rib on an outside perimeter of the hollow, geometric solid configured to snap into a groove of the ornamental figure.
- the feature may be a helical rib shaped like a screw on an outside perimeter of the hollow, geometric solid configured to interface with a helical groove of the ornamental figure.
- a process for creating a flame extinguisher device.
- the process may comprise form forming a handle with a first end configured to be held by a hand, forming a second end of the handle, forming a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of a plane of the second end of the handle, and forming a perimeter of the handle.
- the perimeter of the handle may prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down.
- the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be formed in one or more molds.
- the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be created from a 3-D printer.
- FIG. 1A is an illustration of a candle cup cover in a perspective view according to two example implementations.
- FIG. 1B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 1A of a candle cup cover in a perspective view according to two example implementations.
- FIG. 2A is an illustration of a plan view of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation.
- FIG. 2B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 2A of a plan view of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation.
- FIG. 3A is an illustration of a side view of a candle cup cover according to an example implementation.
- FIG. 3B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 3A of a side view of a candle cup cover according to an example implementation
- FIG. 4A is an illustration of a collection of candle cup covers demonstrating an example implementation where the containment piece is removable.
- FIG. 4B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 4A of a collection of candle cup covers demonstrating an example implementation where the containment piece is removable.
- FIG. 5A is an illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation.
- FIG. 5B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 5A of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation.
- FIG. 6 is an illustration of a cross-sectional side view of the candle cup cover with an affixed figurine topper in an example implementation.
- FIG. 7 is an illustration of a cross-sectional side view of figurine toppers affixed to the containment pieces.
- FIG. 8 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation.
- FIG. 9 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover in a cross-sectional side view as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation.
- FIG. 10 is an illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in another example implementation.
- FIG. 11 is an illustration of various perspectives of a candle cup cover with a different example figurine topper in an example implementation.
- FIG. 12 is an illustration of a flowchart for a process of creating a candle cup cover.
- the present disclosure concerns a candle extinguisher referred to in this disclosure as a candle cup cover or (“Candle Cup Cover”).
- the candle cup cover in some implementations, may be useful for extinguishing flames such as candle flames. For example, a candle flame on a birthday cake may be extinguished without the potential spread of germs while affixable collectable custom figurine toppers can be swapped with other candle cup cover owners.
- a candle cup cover may be for extinguishing birthday candle flames in a safe manner and has a custom figurine topper which can be swapped out with other candle cup cover custom figurine toppers.
- the candle cup cover includes a hollowed cone attached to an elongated fishlike shape with a larger round perimeter to ensure the candle cup cover underside does not contact the surface it is laid onto after use.
- candle cup cover is fish-like shaped apparatus with a cone shape on one end, which allows custom figurine toppers to be attached and displayed as a decorative or game piece when the apparatus is not being used to extinguish a birthday candle flame.
- the candle cup cover may be used with other multiple color candle cup cover owners.
- the apparatus also includes a rounded bottom perimeter to support for placing on a surface, with the outer ring being designed to support the candle cup cover such that the extinguishing underside cone does not contact the support surface.
- the candle cup cover is designed to support the holder in a horizontal position.
- the candle cup cover custom figurine toppers can be removed from the candle cup cover and replaced with other candle cup cover custom figurine toppers but may comprise of a different look, size, color and or material.
- a method of using a candle cup cover according to one embodiment includes extinguishing a birthday candle flame with the candle cup cover. After extinguishing the candle flame, the candle cup cover is supported in a horizontal position on a surface to minimize the candle cup cover underside from touching the support surface.
- FIG. 1A is an illustration of a candle cup cover 100 in a perspective view according to two example implementations.
- FIG. 1B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 1A of a candle cup cover in a perspective view according to two example implementations.
- the candle cup cover 100 comprises a containment piece 110 , a handle piece 120 , a helical rib 210 , and a perimeter 140 .
- the containment piece 110 may be conical and hollowed, such that the hollowed conical solid that comprised the containment piece 110 extends out from a plane formed by the handle piece 120 . While a conical shape is illustrated for the containment piece 110 , other geometrical solid shapes may be used.
- the helical rib 210 may be present on an outside perimeter of the geometrical solid shape of the containment piece 110 .
- the helical rib 210 may extend out of the outside surface of the containment piece 110 .
- the helical rib 210 may be configured to screw into a corresponding groove (e.g., helical groove 1110 ) in an ornamental piece that attaches to the outside of the containment piece 110 .
- a helical rib may instead extend out the inside surface of the ornamental piece and interface with a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece.
- the perimeter 140 may be affixed to all edges of the handle piece 120 .
- the perimeter 140 may not be continuous, but only affixed to certain portions of the edges of the handle piece 120 .
- the perimeter 140 may be configured to prevent the underside of the handle piece 120 from contacting a surface when the candle cup cover 100 is placed upon the surface.
- the containment piece 110 may be formed from a material that is contiguous with the material of the handle piece 120 .
- both the handle piece 120 and the containment piece 110 may be formed from a single mold using injection molded plastic. Other materials such as metal, glass, ceramic, etc., may be used.
- biodegradable materials may be used.
- thermoplastics may be used that are primarily based on castor beans.
- thermoplastic may be used based on castor beans that is a long chain polyamide 4-10 (PA 4-10) grade reinforced with glass fiber.
- PA 4-10) grade reinforced with glass fiber For example, 30% glass fiber may be used for reinforcement.
- the containment piece 110 may attach to the handle piece 120 .
- the containment piece may contain a groove that allows it to snap into a cutout in the handle piece 120 .
- the candle cup cover 100 comprises a containment piece 110 , a handle piece 120 , a rib 130 , and a perimeter 140 .
- the containment piece 110 may be conical and hollowed, such that the hollowed conical solid that comprised the containment piece 110 extends out from a plane formed by the handle piece 120 . While a conical shape is illustrated for the containment piece 110 , other geometrical solid shapes may be used.
- a rib 130 may be present on an outside perimeter of the geometrical solid shape of the containment piece 110 . The rib 130 may extend out of the outside surface of the containment piece 110 .
- the rib 130 may be configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove in an ornamental piece that attaches to the outside of the containment piece 110 .
- the perimeter 140 may be affixed to all edges of the handle piece 120 .
- the rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece.
- the perimeter 140 may not be continuous, but only affixed to certain portions of the edges of the handle piece 120 .
- the perimeter 140 may be configured to prevent the underside of the handle piece 120 from contacting a surface when the candle cup cover 100 is placed upon the surface.
- the containment piece 110 may be formed from a material that is contiguous with the material of the handle piece 120 .
- both the handle piece 120 and the containment piece 110 may be formed from a single mold using injection molded plastic.
- Other materials such as metal, glass, ceramic, etc., may be used.
- biodegradable materials may be used.
- thermoplastics may be used that are primarily based on castor beans.
- a thermoplastic may be used based on castor beans that is a long chain polyamide 4-10 (PA 4-10) grade reinforced with glass fiber.
- 30% glass fiber may be used for reinforcement.
- the containment piece 110 may attach to the handle piece 120 .
- the containment piece may contain a groove that allows it to snap into a cutout in the handle piece 120 .
- FIG. 2A is an illustration of a plan view 200 of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation.
- FIG. 2B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 2A of a plan view of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation.
- a candle cup cover 100 comprises a containment piece 110 .
- the containment piece 110 may comprise a helical rib 210 .
- the helical rib 210 may be present on an outside perimeter of the geometrical solid shape of the containment piece 110 .
- the helical rib 210 may extend out of the outside surface of the containment piece 110 .
- the helical rib 210 may be configured to screw into a corresponding groove (e.g., helical groove 1110 ) in an ornamental piece that attaches to the outside of the containment piece 110 .
- a helical rib may instead extend out the inside surface of the ornamental piece and interface with a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece. Dimensions and measurements may be shown as an example implementation but are not limiting.
- FIG. 3A is an illustration of a side view 300 of a candle cup cover in a side view according to an example implementation.
- FIG. 3B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 3A of a side view of a candle cup cover according to an example implementation.
- Dimensions and measurements may be shown as an example implementation but are not limiting.
- FIG. 4A is an illustration of a collection of candle cup covers 400 demonstrating an example implementation where the containment piece 110 is removable.
- FIG. 4B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 4A of a collection of candle cup covers demonstrating an example implementation where the containment piece is removable.
- the containment piece 110 may snap into place in a cutout of the handle piece 120 .
- FIG. 5 is an illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover 500 when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation.
- FIG. 5B is a version of the illustration of FIG. 5A of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation.
- a figurine topper 510 may be affixed to the containment piece 110 by screwing a corresponding groove to the helical rib 210 of the figurine topper 510 on to the containment piece 110 .
- a circular groove of the figurine topper 510 may snap on to a circular rib of the containment piece 110 . See FIG. 10 description. Other methods and ways of affixing the figurine topper 510 to the containment piece 110 may be used.
- the illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover 500 shows both the position of the figurine topper 510 before attachment to the containment piece 110 and after.
- the form and shape of the figurine topper 510 in FIG. 5 is an example implementation only and is not limiting.
- FIG. 6 is an illustration of a cross-sectional side view 600 of the candle cup cover with an affixed figurine topper in an example implementation.
- a circular groove of the figurine topper 510 may snap on to a circular rib of the containment piece 110 .
- the circular rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece.
- Other methods and ways of affixing the figurine topper 510 to the containment piece 110 may be used.
- the form and shape of the figurine topper 510 in FIG. 6 is an example implementation only and is not limiting.
- FIG. 7 is an illustration of a cross-sectional side views 700 of figurine toppers affixed to the containment pieces.
- a circular groove 710 of the figurine topper 510 may snap on to a circular rib of the containment piece 110 .
- the circular rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece.
- Other methods and ways of affixing the figurine topper 510 to the containment piece 110 may be used.
- the form and shape of the figurine topper 510 in FIG. 7 is an example implementation only and is not limiting.
- FIG. 8 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation.
- a candle cup cover being used to extinguish a flame on the wick of a candle.
- the candle cup cover may be placed in a horizontal position or placed in a candle cup cover collection bag.
- a perimeter 140 of the candle cup cover may prevent the handle piece 120 from contacting a surface when laid to rest on the surface.
- FIG. 9 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover in a cross-sectional side view as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation.
- a candle cup cover being used to extinguish a flame on the wick of a candle in a cut-away view.
- the candle cup cover may be placed in a horizontal position or placed in a candle cup cover collection bag.
- a perimeter 140 of the candle cup cover may prevent the handle piece 120 from contacting a surface when laid to rest on the surface.
- FIG. 10 is an illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover 1000 when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation.
- a figurine topper 510 may be affixed to the containment piece 110 by snapping a corresponding groove (e.g., an internal circular groove 710 ) on to the helical rib 210 of the figurine topper 510 on containment piece 110 .
- the rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece.
- FIG. 10 The illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover 1000 shows both the position of the figurine topper 510 before attachment to the containment piece 110 and after.
- the form and shape of the figurine topper 510 in FIG. 10 is an example implementation only and is not limiting.
- FIG. 11 is an illustration of various perspectives of a candle cup cover with a different example figurine topper in an example implementation.
- the form and shape of the figurine topper 510 in FIG. 11 is another example implementation only and is not limiting.
- FIG. 12 is an illustration of a flowchart for a process of creating a candle cup cover or flame extinguisher device.
- the process may comprise a first step 1210 of forming a handle with a first end configured to be held by a hand.
- the process may comprise a second step 1220 of forming a second end of the handle.
- the process may comprise a third step 1230 of forming a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of a plane of the second end of the handle.
- the process may comprise a fourth step of 1240 of forming a perimeter of the handle.
- the perimeter of the handle may prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down.
- the perimeter of the handle may be configured to prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down.
- the perimeter of the handle may be formed in a configuration to prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down.
- the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be formed in one or more molds.
- the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be created from a 3-D printer.
- fixed means the joining of two members directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be stationary (e.g., permanent or fixed) or moveable (e.g., removable or releasable). Such joining may be achieved with the two members coupled directly to each other, with the two members coupled to each other using a separate intervening member and any additional intermediate members coupled with one another, or with the two members coupled to each other using an intervening member that is integrally formed as a single unitary body with one of the two members.
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Apparatuses for, methods of manufacturing, and methods of using a flame extinguisher are disclosed. In some implementations, a flame extinguisher comprises a planar surface with a first end comprising a handle configured to held by a hand, a second end affixed to a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of the planar surface, and a perimeter around the planar surface configured to prevent an underside of the planar surface opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down. The hollowed, geometric solid may be a hollowed, conical solid. The hollowed geometric solid may be sized to extinguish a candle flame when a lit wick is inserted into the interior space of the hollowed, geometric solid.
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- This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/154,528, filed 26 Feb. 2021, which is incorporated herein in its entirety by this reference.
- Prior candle extinguishers utilize some means for smothering a candle flame, either by capping or covering the end of the wick with a bell-shaped snuffer or flame extinguisher, or by pinching the wick itself between two surfaces. In each case, oxygen is excluded from the wick for a sufficient period or sufficient heat is withdrawn from the flame to extinguish the flame.
- Aspects of the present disclosure relate generally to candle snuffers and candle accessories. Candle extinguishers that operate by enclosing the wick may be advantageous in that they may minimize smoking of the wick when the candle flame is extinguished. Another common issue may be the spread of germs caused by blowing out a birthday candle with breath when no candle extinguisher device is used. Accordingly, there exists a need for safe and novel way for extinguishing candle flames, such as candles on birthday cakes, while not spreading germs.
- In addition, prior candle extinguishers typically are not aesthetically pleasing and cannot be displayed or used as a toy. A candle cup cover incorporating custom figurine toppers may be swapped with others when not being used to extinguish candle flames (e.g., birthday candle flames). One problem, common to most types of candle extinguishers, is that accumulated hot wax and/or soot on the extinguisher can be transferred to the table or other resting surface on which the extinguisher is placed after being used to extinguish a candle flame. Consequently, the hot wax and/or soot can damage the table or resting surface on which the extinguisher is placed. The candle cup cover may incorporate a perimeter that raises portions of the extinguisher that may have been in contact with hot wax and/or soot off the resting surface.
- In some implementations a flame extinguisher, other apparatus, or device is disclosed comprising a planar surface with a first end comprising a handle configured to be held by a hand, a second end affixed to a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of the planar surface, and a perimeter configured to prevent an underside of the planar surface opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down. The hollowed, geometric solid may be a hollowed, conical solid. The hollowed, geometric solid may be sized to extinguish a candle flame when a lit wick is inserted into an interior space of the hollowed, geometric solid. The hollowed, geometric solid may comprise a material that is the same as a handle material and the material may be continuous from the handle to the hollowed, geometric solid. The handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may comprise one or more molded pieces of material. The handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may comprise 3-D printed materials. The hollow, geometric solid may further comprises a feature allowing for an attachment of an ornamental figure. The feature may be a rib on an outside perimeter of the hollow, geometric solid configured to snap into a groove of the ornamental figure. The feature may be a helical rib shaped like a screw on an outside perimeter of the hollow, geometric solid configured to interface with a helical groove of the ornamental figure.
- In some implementations, a device is disclosed comprising a planar object and a hollowed, geometric solid. The planar object may comprise a first end comprising a handle and a second end comprising an aperture. The hollowed, geometric solid may be configured to be affixable to the aperture such that the hollowed, geometric solid extends out of the planar object from the aperture. The hollowed, geometric solid may be sized to extinguish a candle flame when a lit wick is inserted into an interior space of the hollowed, geometric solid. The hollowed, geometric solid may be a hollowed, conical solid. The hollowed, geometric solid may be formed from a material that is the same as a handle material. The handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be formed in one or more molds. The handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be created from a 3-D printer. The hollowed, geometric solid may comprise a feature allowing for attachment of an ornamental figure. The feature may be a rib on an outside perimeter of the hollowed, geometric solid configured to snap into a groove of the ornamental figure. The feature may be a helical rib shaped like a screw on an outside perimeter of the hollowed, geometric solid configured to interface with a helical groove of the ornamental figure.
- In some implementations, a process is disclosed for creating a flame extinguisher device. The process may comprise form forming a handle with a first end configured to be held by a hand, forming a second end of the handle, forming a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of a plane of the second end of the handle, and forming a perimeter of the handle. The perimeter of the handle may prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down. The handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be formed in one or more molds. The handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be created from a 3-D printer.
- In some implementations, an apparatus is disclosed for extinguishing birthday candle flames in a safe manner preventing the need to physically blow out the birthday candle eliminating the chance to contaminate the product under the birthday candle. The apparatus may further comprise a hollowed cone attached to an elongated fishlike shape with a larger rounded outer perimeter to minimize surface contact with the hollowed cone and affixed into position held by a ribbed torus shape. In some implementations, the apparatus may resemble the shape of a fish. The apparatus may comprise a custom figurine topper. The apparatus may comprise an outer round perimeter, which is taller than a surface of the apparatus and wherein the outer round perimeter supports the apparatus in a horizontal position such that extinguishing members do not contact the support surface. In some implementations, the custom figurine topper may be detachable from the apparatus. In some implementations, the hollowed cone may comprise a ribbed torus shape to hold the custom figurine topper.
- This summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. Other aspects, inventive features, and advantages of the devices or processes described herein will become apparent in the detailed description set forth herein, taken in conjunction with the accompanying figures, wherein like reference numerals refer to like elements.
- The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated herein and constitute part of this specification, illustrate examples described in the disclosure, and together with the general description given above and the detailed description given below, serve to explain the features of the various implementations. However, the drawings are provided for purposes of illustration only and merely depict example implementations of the invention to facilitate the reader's understanding of the invention. Therefore, the drawings should not be considered limiting of the breadth, scope, or applicability of the invention. It should be noted that for clarity and ease of illustration, these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale although some of the drawings show measurements as an exemplary implementation.
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FIG. 1A is an illustration of a candle cup cover in a perspective view according to two example implementations. -
FIG. 1B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 1A of a candle cup cover in a perspective view according to two example implementations. -
FIG. 2A is an illustration of a plan view of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation. -
FIG. 2B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 2A of a plan view of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation. -
FIG. 3A is an illustration of a side view of a candle cup cover according to an example implementation. -
FIG. 3B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 3A of a side view of a candle cup cover according to an example implementation -
FIG. 4A is an illustration of a collection of candle cup covers demonstrating an example implementation where the containment piece is removable. -
FIG. 4B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 4A of a collection of candle cup covers demonstrating an example implementation where the containment piece is removable. -
FIG. 5A is an illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation. -
FIG. 5B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 5A of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation. -
FIG. 6 is an illustration of a cross-sectional side view of the candle cup cover with an affixed figurine topper in an example implementation. -
FIG. 7 is an illustration of a cross-sectional side view of figurine toppers affixed to the containment pieces. -
FIG. 8 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation. -
FIG. 9 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover in a cross-sectional side view as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation. -
FIG. 10 is an illustration of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in another example implementation. -
FIG. 11 is an illustration of various perspectives of a candle cup cover with a different example figurine topper in an example implementation. -
FIG. 12 is an illustration of a flowchart for a process of creating a candle cup cover. - Like reference numbers and designations in the various drawings indicate like elements.
- Before turning to the figures, which illustrate certain exemplary implementations in detail, it should be understood that the present disclosure is not limited to the details or methodology set forth in the description or illustrated in the figures. It should also be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of description only and should not be regarded as limiting. Additionally, the specific order or hierarchy of steps in any methods disclosed herein are merely example approaches. Based upon design preferences, the specific order or hierarchy of steps of any disclosed methods or processes can be re-arranged while remaining within the scope of the invention. Thus, those of ordinary skill in the art will understand that the methods and techniques disclosed herein present various steps or acts in a sample order, and the invention is not limited to the specific order or hierarchy presented unless expressly stated otherwise.
- The present disclosure concerns a candle extinguisher referred to in this disclosure as a candle cup cover or (“Candle Cup Cover”). The candle cup cover, in some implementations, may be useful for extinguishing flames such as candle flames. For example, a candle flame on a birthday cake may be extinguished without the potential spread of germs while affixable collectable custom figurine toppers can be swapped with other candle cup cover owners.
- A candle cup cover may be for extinguishing birthday candle flames in a safe manner and has a custom figurine topper which can be swapped out with other candle cup cover custom figurine toppers. In some implementations, the candle cup cover includes a hollowed cone attached to an elongated fishlike shape with a larger round perimeter to ensure the candle cup cover underside does not contact the surface it is laid onto after use.
- In some implementations candle cup cover is fish-like shaped apparatus with a cone shape on one end, which allows custom figurine toppers to be attached and displayed as a decorative or game piece when the apparatus is not being used to extinguish a birthday candle flame. In addition, the candle cup cover may be used with other multiple color candle cup cover owners. The apparatus also includes a rounded bottom perimeter to support for placing on a surface, with the outer ring being designed to support the candle cup cover such that the extinguishing underside cone does not contact the support surface. Desirably, the candle cup cover is designed to support the holder in a horizontal position. In a disclosed embodiment, the candle cup cover custom figurine toppers can be removed from the candle cup cover and replaced with other candle cup cover custom figurine toppers but may comprise of a different look, size, color and or material. A method of using a candle cup cover according to one embodiment includes extinguishing a birthday candle flame with the candle cup cover. After extinguishing the candle flame, the candle cup cover is supported in a horizontal position on a surface to minimize the candle cup cover underside from touching the support surface. These and other features of the invention will be more fully appreciated when the following detailed description of the invention is read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
- In the figures, while words may be embossed or otherwise appear on portions of the candle cup cover, any words in the figures are illustrative for example purposes only and are not limiting.
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FIG. 1A is an illustration of acandle cup cover 100 in a perspective view according to two example implementations.FIG. 1B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 1A of a candle cup cover in a perspective view according to two example implementations. In some implementations, thecandle cup cover 100 comprises acontainment piece 110, ahandle piece 120, ahelical rib 210, and aperimeter 140. Thecontainment piece 110 may be conical and hollowed, such that the hollowed conical solid that comprised thecontainment piece 110 extends out from a plane formed by thehandle piece 120. While a conical shape is illustrated for thecontainment piece 110, other geometrical solid shapes may be used. Thehelical rib 210 may be present on an outside perimeter of the geometrical solid shape of thecontainment piece 110. Thehelical rib 210 may extend out of the outside surface of thecontainment piece 110. Thehelical rib 210 may be configured to screw into a corresponding groove (e.g., helical groove 1110) in an ornamental piece that attaches to the outside of thecontainment piece 110. In another implementation (not shown), a helical rib may instead extend out the inside surface of the ornamental piece and interface with a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece. Theperimeter 140 may be affixed to all edges of thehandle piece 120. In some implementations, theperimeter 140 may not be continuous, but only affixed to certain portions of the edges of thehandle piece 120. Theperimeter 140 may be configured to prevent the underside of thehandle piece 120 from contacting a surface when thecandle cup cover 100 is placed upon the surface. Thecontainment piece 110 may be formed from a material that is contiguous with the material of thehandle piece 120. For example, both thehandle piece 120 and thecontainment piece 110 may be formed from a single mold using injection molded plastic. Other materials such as metal, glass, ceramic, etc., may be used. In some implementations, biodegradable materials may be used. In some implementations, thermoplastics may be used that are primarily based on castor beans. For example, a thermoplastic may be used based on castor beans that is a long chain polyamide 4-10 (PA 4-10) grade reinforced with glass fiber. For example, 30% glass fiber may be used for reinforcement. In other implementations, thecontainment piece 110 may attach to thehandle piece 120. For, example, the containment piece may contain a groove that allows it to snap into a cutout in thehandle piece 120. - Continuing with
FIGS. 1A and 1B , in some implementations, thecandle cup cover 100 comprises acontainment piece 110, ahandle piece 120, arib 130, and aperimeter 140. Thecontainment piece 110 may be conical and hollowed, such that the hollowed conical solid that comprised thecontainment piece 110 extends out from a plane formed by thehandle piece 120. While a conical shape is illustrated for thecontainment piece 110, other geometrical solid shapes may be used. Arib 130 may be present on an outside perimeter of the geometrical solid shape of thecontainment piece 110. Therib 130 may extend out of the outside surface of thecontainment piece 110. Therib 130 may be configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove in an ornamental piece that attaches to the outside of thecontainment piece 110. Theperimeter 140 may be affixed to all edges of thehandle piece 120. In some implementations (not shown) the rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece. In some implementations, theperimeter 140 may not be continuous, but only affixed to certain portions of the edges of thehandle piece 120. Theperimeter 140 may be configured to prevent the underside of thehandle piece 120 from contacting a surface when thecandle cup cover 100 is placed upon the surface. Thecontainment piece 110 may be formed from a material that is contiguous with the material of thehandle piece 120. For example, both thehandle piece 120 and thecontainment piece 110 may be formed from a single mold using injection molded plastic. Other materials such as metal, glass, ceramic, etc., may be used. In some implementations, biodegradable materials may be used. In some implementations, thermoplastics may be used that are primarily based on castor beans. For example, a thermoplastic may be used based on castor beans that is a long chain polyamide 4-10 (PA 4-10) grade reinforced with glass fiber. For example, 30% glass fiber may be used for reinforcement. In other implementations, thecontainment piece 110 may attach to thehandle piece 120. For, example, the containment piece may contain a groove that allows it to snap into a cutout in thehandle piece 120. -
FIG. 2A is an illustration of aplan view 200 of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation.FIG. 2B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 2A of a plan view of a candle cup cover in a top view according to an example implementation. In some implementations, acandle cup cover 100 comprises acontainment piece 110. Thecontainment piece 110 may comprise ahelical rib 210. Thehelical rib 210 may be present on an outside perimeter of the geometrical solid shape of thecontainment piece 110. Thehelical rib 210 may extend out of the outside surface of thecontainment piece 110. Thehelical rib 210 may be configured to screw into a corresponding groove (e.g., helical groove 1110) in an ornamental piece that attaches to the outside of thecontainment piece 110. In another implementation (not shown), a helical rib may instead extend out the inside surface of the ornamental piece and interface with a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece. Dimensions and measurements may be shown as an example implementation but are not limiting. -
FIG. 3A is an illustration of aside view 300 of a candle cup cover in a side view according to an example implementation.FIG. 3B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 3A of a side view of a candle cup cover according to an example implementation. Dimensions and measurements may be shown as an example implementation but are not limiting. -
FIG. 4A is an illustration of a collection of candle cup covers 400 demonstrating an example implementation where thecontainment piece 110 is removable.FIG. 4B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 4A of a collection of candle cup covers demonstrating an example implementation where the containment piece is removable. In some implementations, thecontainment piece 110 may snap into place in a cutout of thehandle piece 120. -
FIG. 5 is an illustration of a before and after of acandle cup cover 500 when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation.FIG. 5B is a version of the illustration ofFIG. 5A of a before and after of a candle cup cover when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation. In some implementations, where thecontainment piece 110 comprises ahelical rib 210, afigurine topper 510 may be affixed to thecontainment piece 110 by screwing a corresponding groove to thehelical rib 210 of thefigurine topper 510 on to thecontainment piece 110. In some implementations a circular groove of thefigurine topper 510 may snap on to a circular rib of thecontainment piece 110. SeeFIG. 10 description. Other methods and ways of affixing thefigurine topper 510 to thecontainment piece 110 may be used. The illustration of a before and after of acandle cup cover 500 shows both the position of thefigurine topper 510 before attachment to thecontainment piece 110 and after. The form and shape of thefigurine topper 510 inFIG. 5 is an example implementation only and is not limiting. -
FIG. 6 is an illustration of across-sectional side view 600 of the candle cup cover with an affixed figurine topper in an example implementation. In some implementations a circular groove of thefigurine topper 510 may snap on to a circular rib of thecontainment piece 110. In some implementations (not shown) the circular rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece. Other methods and ways of affixing thefigurine topper 510 to thecontainment piece 110 may be used. The form and shape of thefigurine topper 510 inFIG. 6 is an example implementation only and is not limiting. -
FIG. 7 is an illustration of across-sectional side views 700 of figurine toppers affixed to the containment pieces. In some implementations acircular groove 710 of thefigurine topper 510 may snap on to a circular rib of thecontainment piece 110. In some implementations (not shown) the circular rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece. Other methods and ways of affixing thefigurine topper 510 to thecontainment piece 110 may be used. The form and shape of thefigurine topper 510 inFIG. 7 is an example implementation only and is not limiting. -
FIG. 8 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation. There is shown one embodiment or implementation of a candle cup cover being used to extinguish a flame on the wick of a candle. When the candle cup cover is not being used to extinguish a flame (e.g., a birthday candle flame), it may be placed in a horizontal position or placed in a candle cup cover collection bag. Aperimeter 140 of the candle cup cover may prevent thehandle piece 120 from contacting a surface when laid to rest on the surface. -
FIG. 9 depicts an illustration of a candle cup cover in a cross-sectional side view as used to extinguish a birthday candle on a cupcake in an example implementation. There is shown one embodiment or implementation of a candle cup cover being used to extinguish a flame on the wick of a candle in a cut-away view. When the candle cup cover is not being used to extinguish a flame (e.g., a birthday candle flame), it may be placed in a horizontal position or placed in a candle cup cover collection bag. Aperimeter 140 of the candle cup cover may prevent thehandle piece 120 from contacting a surface when laid to rest on the surface. -
FIG. 10 is an illustration of a before and after of acandle cup cover 1000 when affixing a figurine topper to the containment piece in an example implementation. In some implementations, where thecontainment piece 110 comprises arib 130, afigurine topper 510 may be affixed to thecontainment piece 110 by snapping a corresponding groove (e.g., an internal circular groove 710) on to thehelical rib 210 of thefigurine topper 510 oncontainment piece 110. In some implementations (not shown) the rib may instead be on the inside surface of the ornamental piece and configured to interact and/or snap into a corresponding groove on the outside of the containment piece. Other methods and ways of affixing thefigurine topper 510 to thecontainment piece 110 may be used. The illustration of a before and after of acandle cup cover 1000 shows both the position of thefigurine topper 510 before attachment to thecontainment piece 110 and after. The form and shape of thefigurine topper 510 inFIG. 10 is an example implementation only and is not limiting. -
FIG. 11 is an illustration of various perspectives of a candle cup cover with a different example figurine topper in an example implementation. The form and shape of thefigurine topper 510 inFIG. 11 is another example implementation only and is not limiting. -
FIG. 12 is an illustration of a flowchart for a process of creating a candle cup cover or flame extinguisher device. The process may comprise afirst step 1210 of forming a handle with a first end configured to be held by a hand. The process may comprise asecond step 1220 of forming a second end of the handle. The process may comprise athird step 1230 of forming a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of a plane of the second end of the handle. The process may comprise a fourth step of 1240 of forming a perimeter of the handle. The perimeter of the handle may prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down. The perimeter of the handle may be configured to prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down. The perimeter of the handle may be formed in a configuration to prevent an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down. In some implementations, the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be formed in one or more molds. In some implementations, the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid may be created from a 3-D printer. - As utilized herein, the terms “approximately,” “about,” “substantially,” and similar terms are intended to have a broad meaning in harmony with the common and accepted usage by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the subject matter of this disclosure pertains. It should be understood by those of skill in the art who review this disclosure that these terms are intended to allow a description of certain features described and claimed without restricting the scope of these features to the precise numerical ranges provided. Accordingly, these terms should be interpreted as indicating that insubstantial or inconsequential modifications or alterations of the subject matter described and claimed are considered to be within the scope of the disclosure as recited in the appended claims.
- It should be noted that the term “exemplary” and variations thereof, as used herein to describe various embodiments and/or implementations, are intended to indicate that such embodiments are possible examples, representations, or illustrations of possible embodiments and implementations (and such terms are not intended to connote that such embodiments and/or implementations are necessarily extraordinary or superlative examples).
- The term “affixed” and variations thereof, as used herein, means the joining of two members directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be stationary (e.g., permanent or fixed) or moveable (e.g., removable or releasable). Such joining may be achieved with the two members coupled directly to each other, with the two members coupled to each other using a separate intervening member and any additional intermediate members coupled with one another, or with the two members coupled to each other using an intervening member that is integrally formed as a single unitary body with one of the two members.
- References herein to the positions of elements (e.g., “top,” “bottom,” “above,” “below”) are merely used to describe the orientation of various elements in the figures. It should be noted that the orientation of various elements may differ according to other exemplary embodiments, and that such variations are intended to be encompassed by the present disclosure. Although the figures and description may illustrate a specific order of method steps, the order of such steps may differ from what is depicted and described, unless specified differently above. Also, two or more steps may be performed concurrently or with partial concurrence, unless specified differently above. Such variation may depend, for example, on the software and hardware systems chosen and on designer choice. All such variations are within the scope of the disclosure. Likewise, software implementations of the described methods could be accomplished with standard programming techniques with rule-based logic and other logic to accomplish the various connection steps, processing steps, comparison steps, and decision steps.
- It is important to note that the construction and arrangement of the systems and methods shown in the various exemplary embodiments or implementations are illustrative only. Additionally, any element disclosed in one embodiment or implementation may be incorporated or utilized with any other embodiment or implementation disclosed herein.
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1. A flame extinguisher comprising a planar surface with a first end comprising a handle configured to be held by a hand, a second end affixed to a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of the planar surface, and a perimeter around the planar surface configured to prevent an underside of the planar surface opposite the extended out hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down.
2. The flame extinguisher of claim 1 , wherein the hollowed, geometric solid comprises a hollowed, conical solid.
3. The flame extinguisher of claim 1 , wherein the hollowed, geometric solid is sized to extinguish a candle flame when a lit wick is inserted into an interior space of the hollowed, geometric solid.
4. The flame extinguisher of claim 1 , wherein the hollowed, geometric solid comprises a material that is the same as a handle material and wherein the material is continuous from the handle to the hollowed, geometric solid.
5. The flame extinguisher of claim 1 , wherein the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid comprise one or more molded pieces of material.
6. The flame extinguisher of claim 1 , wherein the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid comprise 3-D printed materials.
7. The flame extinguisher of claim 1 , wherein the hollowed, geometric solid further comprises a feature allowing for an attachment of an ornamental figure.
8. The flame extinguisher of claim 7 , wherein the feature is a rib on an outside perimeter of the hollowed, geometric solid configured to snap into a groove of the ornamental figure.
9. The flame extinguisher of claim 7 , wherein the feature is a helical rib shaped like a screw on an outside perimeter of the hollowed, geometric solid configured to interface with a helical groove of the ornamental figure.
10. A device comprising:
a planar object with a first end comprising a handle and a second end comprising an aperture; and
a hollowed, geometric solid configured to be affixable to the aperture such that the hollowed, geometric solid extends out of the planar object from the aperture,
wherein the hollowed, geometric solid is sized to extinguish a candle flame when a lit wick is inserted into an interior space of the hollowed, geometric solid.
11. The device of claim 10 , wherein the hollowed, geometric solid comprises a hollowed, conical solid.
12. The device of claim 10 , wherein the hollowed, geometric solid is formed from a material that is the same as a handle material.
13. The device of claim 10 , wherein the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid comprise one or more molded pieces of material.
14. The device of claim 10 , wherein the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid comprise 3-D printed materials.
15. The device of claim 10 , wherein the hollowed, geometric solid further comprises a feature allowing for an attachment of an ornamental figure.
16. The device of claim 15 , wherein the feature is a rib on an outside perimeter of the hollowed, geometric solid configured to snap into a groove of the ornamental figure.
17. The device of claim 15 , wherein the feature is a helical rib shaped like a screw on an outside perimeter of the hollowed, geometric solid configured to interface with a helical groove of the ornamental figure.
18. A process for creating a flame extinguisher device comprising:
forming a handle with a first end configured to be held by a hand;
forming a second end of the handle;
forming a hollowed, geometric solid extending out of a plane of the second end of the handle; and
forming a perimeter of the handle,
wherein the perimeter of the handle prevents an underside of the handle opposite the hollowed, geometric solid from contacting a surface when laid down with the underside down.
19. The process of claim 18 , wherein the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid are formed in one or more molds.
20. The process of claim 18 , wherein the handle and the hollowed, geometric solid are created from a 3-D printer.
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