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Method and Apparatus for Automated Messaging in Beverage Containers

  • US 20130307683A1
  • Filed: 08/09/2011
  • Published: 11/21/2013
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/28/2011
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. An apparatus for generating an audio and/or visual signal or message when a container having an opening mechanism is opened comprising:

  • an activation trigger coupled to the container to determine when the container has been opened, the trigger characterized by an electrical parameter which is dependent on the sealing status of the container;

    an integrated circuit mounted on or within the container or opening mechanism and coupled to the activation trigger to measure the electrical parameter to determine the sealing status of the container and to generate the audio and/or visual signal or message when a determination is made that the container has been opened;

    an acoustic transducer coupled to the integrated circuit; and

    a battery coupled to the integrated circuit, where the integrated circuit, acoustic transducer and battery are combined into a laminated stacked assembly coupled to the container and coupled to the opening mechanism provided in or on the container.

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