US20200146345A1

US20200146345A1 - Oral interface for smoking apparatus

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Publication number: US20200146345A1
Application number: US16/682,014
Authority: US
Inventors: James Allan Bradley
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2018-11-14
Filing date: 2019-11-13
Publication date: 2020-05-14
Also published as: CA3061449A1

Abstract

An oral interface for a smoking apparatus that is configured to facilitate the ability for a user to engage at least two types of smoking or vaping device. The present invention includes a body wherein the body includes a first end and a second end. The body has a hollow passage between the first end and second end. A first opening is formed at the first end of the body and a second opening is formed at the second end of the body. The body is manufactured from a pliable bacteria resistant material such as but not limited to silicon. The body of the oral interface for a smoking apparatus is funnel shaped wherein the diameter of the body proximate the first end is less than that of the diameter proximate the second end. It is contemplated that the body could be provided in alternate sizes and colors.

Description

PRIORITY UNDER 35 U.S.C Section 119(e) & 37 C.F.R. Section 1.78

This nonprovisional application claims priority based upon the following prior U.S. Provisional Patent Application entitled: Interface for Smoking Apparatus, Application No. 62/767,477 filed Nov. 14, 2018, in the name of James Allan Bradley, which is hereby incorporated by reference for all purposes.

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates generally to smoking accessory, more specifically but not by limitation, an accessory configured to operably couple with a smoking or vaping apparatus wherein the interface provides a user of the aforementioned apparatus a singular interface that is not shared so as to inhibit the likelihood of the spread of germs as a result of engaging with the smoking or vaping apparatus.

BACKGROUND

As is known in the art, smoking and vaping apparatus are quite popular. With the legalization of marijuana in many jurisdictions, smoking apparatus such as but not limited to bongs are frequently utilized in large settings. Conventional utilization of bongs typically is such that many users will alternate inhalations from the mouthpiece of the bong. As the bong is passed amongst the users thereof, the accumulation of germs occurs at the mouthpiece of the bong. The bong mouthpiece is typically a glass tube wherein each user will place their mouth on the glass tube and sealably engage therewith. During this engagement the transfer of saliva deposits almost always happens and as such the deposit of germs occurs on the mouthpiece of the bong.
Another popular device is the vape. The vape is a device that provides a water vapor to the user instead of smoke. The vape device is inhaled much like traditional cigars or cigarettes wherein the user will place the mouthpiece of the vape in their mouth and inhale. As vape devices are shared the transfer of germs occurs which creates an undesirable environment for users.
It is intended within the scope of the present invention to provide an interface to engage a device such as but not limited to a vape or bong wherein the device is singular to a user and separable therefrom so as to inhibit contamination of the device with germs from the mouth of a user.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is the object of the present invention to provide a device that is configured to engage a device such as but not limited to a bong or a vape wherein the device is releasably secured to a vape or bong and is operable to inhibit the spread of germs during utilization of the bong or vape by a plurality of users.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a device that is releasably secured to a bong or vape and operable to inhibit the spread of germs wherein the device is manufactured from food grade silicone.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a device that is configured to engage a device such as but not limited to a bong or a vape wherein the device includes a body having a first end and a second end wherein the first end has a diameter that is less than that of the second end.
Still another object of the present invention is to provide a device that is releasably secured to a bong or vape and operable to inhibit the spread of germs wherein the body is funnel shaped.
An additional object of the present invention is to provide a device that is configured to engage a device such as but not limited to a bong or a vape wherein the body is utilized in a first position and a second position dependent upon engagement with a vape or bong.
Yet a further object of the present invention is to provide a device that is releasably secured to a bong or vape and operable to inhibit the spread of germs wherein in the first position a user will engage the first end and the second end is operably coupled to a vape.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a device that is configured to engage a device such as but not limited to a bong or a vape wherein in the second position the user will engage the second end and the device is operably coupled to a bong.
An alternate object of the present invention is to provide a device that is releasably secured to a bong or vape and operable to inhibit the spread of germs wherein the body is pliable so as to provide a sealable coupling with either a vape or bong.
Still a further object of the present invention is to provide a device that is configured to engage a device such as but not limited to a bong or a vape wherein the device has no impact on the airflow from either a vape or a bong.
An additional object of the present invention is to provide a device that is releasably secured to a bong or vape and operable to inhibit the spread of germs wherein the device is flame resistant.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a device that is configured to engage a device such as but not limited to a bong or a vape wherein the device can be cleaned utilizing a conventional dishwasher.
An alternative objective of the present invention is to provide a device that is releasably secured to a bong or vape and operable to inhibit the spread of germs wherein the body material is hygienic.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a device that is configured to engage a device such as but not limited to a bong or a vape wherein the device is provided in a plurality of colors and sizes.
To the accomplishment of the above and related objects the present invention may be embodied in the form illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Attention is called to the fact that the drawings are illustrative only. Variations are contemplated as being a part of the present invention, limited only by the scope of the claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

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

FIG. 1 is a side view of the present invention; and

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the present invention engaged with a vaping device; and

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the present invention engaged with a bong style device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Referring now to the drawings submitted herewith, wherein various elements depicted therein are not necessarily drawn to scale and wherein through the views and figures like elements are referenced with identical reference numerals, there is illustrated an oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 constructed according to the principles of the present invention.
An embodiment of the present invention is discussed herein with reference to the figures submitted herewith. Those skilled in the art will understand that the detailed description herein with respect to these figures is for explanatory purposes and that it is contemplated within the scope of the present invention that alternative embodiments are plausible. By way of example but not by way of limitation, those having skill in the art in light of the present teachings of the present invention will recognize a plurality of alternate and suitable approaches dependent upon the needs of the particular application to implement the functionality of any given detail described herein, beyond that of the particular implementation choices in the embodiment described herein. Various modifications and embodiments are within the scope of the present invention.
It is to be further understood that the present invention is not limited to the particular methodology, materials, uses and applications described herein, as these may vary. Furthermore, it is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is used for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. It must be noted that as used herein and in the claims, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” include the plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, a reference to “an element” is a reference to one or more elements and includes equivalents thereof known to those skilled in the art. All conjunctions used are to be understood in the most inclusive sense possible. Thus, the word “or” should be understood as having the definition of a logical “or” rather than that of a logical “exclusive or” unless the context clearly necessitates otherwise. Structures described herein are to be understood also to refer to functional equivalents of such structures. Language that may be construed to express approximation should be so understood unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
References to “one embodiment”, “an embodiment”, “exemplary embodiments”, and the like may indicate that the embodiment(s) of the invention so described may include a particular feature, structure or characteristic, but not every embodiment necessarily includes the particular feature, structure or characteristic.
Referring in particular to the Figures submitted herewith, the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 includes a body 10. The body 10 of the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 is manufactured from a pliable flame-resistant material such but not limited to silicone. It is further desirable within the scope of the present invention that the material of the body 10 is antimicrobial. Lastly, it should be understood within the scope of the present invention that the body 10 could be manufactured in alternate sizes and colors. The body 10 includes a first end 11 and second end 12 wherein the body 10 has a diameter proximate the first end 11 that is less than that of the second end 12. In a preferred embodiment of the body 10 the body 10 is funnel shaped being tapered from the second end 12 to the first end 11. The body 10 has a hollow passage 15 extending between the first end 11 and second end 12.
Located at the first end 11 is a first opening 20. A second opening 25 is formed at the second end 12 of the body 10. The first opening 20 and second opening 25 are in fluid communication with each other via hollow passage 15. As will be further discussed herein, the hollow passage 15 in conjunction with the first opening 11 and second opening 12 facilitates the transfer of smoke and/or vape fumes through the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 in order to be inhaled by a user of the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100.
The oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 is utilized in a first position and a second position wherein the position of the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 is dependent upon the type of smoking/inhalation device with which the user of the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 is operably coupling the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 thereto. As illustrated in the Figures submitted as a part hereof, the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 is designed to be operably coupled to a vaping device and a bong style device. During operable engagement with a vape device 98 the first end 11 is positioned so as to be engaged by a user's mouth. In the first position the second end 12 of the body 10 is superposed an upper portion of the vape device 98 so as to facilitate the ability for a user to inhale from the vape device 98 without having to place their mouth on the vape device 98. As the body 10 is manufactured from a pliable material such as but not limited to silicon, the inner surface 29 proximate the hollow passage 15 will seal against an upper portion of the vape device 98 so as to provide a sufficient seal to allow a user to execute a draw on the vape device 98 and inhibit leaks in the area of operable engagement of the vape device 98 and the body 10 of the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100.
In the second position, the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 is positioned so as to operably coupled to a bong style device 99. In the second position, the first end 11 of the body 10 is inserted into an opening 97 of the bong style device 99 so as to facilitate the partial insertion of the body 10 into the bong style device 99. The pliable material of the body 10 allows for the creation of a sealably coupling with the bong style device 99 so as to inhibit leakage of smoke therefrom. The second end 12 is positioned upwards in order to provide the second opening 25 in a position that is accessible by a user. Ensuing the operable coupling of the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100 with the bong style device 99 a user can inhale smoke produced from the bong style device 99 wherein a user will place their mouth on the second opening 25 of the body 10 so as to execute the inhalation of the smoke. It is contemplated within the scope of the present invention that the diameter of the second opening 25 could be provided in alternate sizes so as to accommodate alternate size mouths of the users of the oral interface for smoking apparatus 100.
In the preceding detailed description, reference has been made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which are shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments, and certain variants thereof, have been described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention. It is to be understood that other suitable embodiments may be utilized and that logical changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. The description may omit certain information known to those skilled in the art. The preceding detailed description is, therefore, not intended to be limited to the specific forms set forth herein, but on the contrary, it is intended to cover such alternatives, modifications, and equivalents, as can be reasonably included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. An oral interface for a smoking apparatus wherein the oral interface is configured to engage at least two types of smoking and/or vaping devices wherein the oral interface for the smoking apparatus comprises:

a body, said body having a first end and a second end, said body having a hollow passage extending between said first end and said second end, said body having a first opening, said first opening being proximate said first end of said body, said body having a second opening, said second opening being proximate said second end; and wherein said body is configurable in a first position and a second position so as to operable couple to at least two types of smoking or inhalation devices.

2. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 1, wherein said body has a diameter proximate said first end that is less than that of the diameter proximate said second end.

3. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 2, wherein in said first position the oral interface for a smoking apparatus is positioned so as to position the first end in a position to be engaged by a mouth of a user of the oral interface for a smoking apparatus.

4. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 2, wherein in said second position the oral interface for a smoking apparatus is positioned so as to position the second end in a position to be engaged by a mouth of a user of the oral interface for a smoking apparatus.

5. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 2, wherein the body is manufactured from silicon.

6. An oral interface for a smoking apparatus wherein the oral interface is configured to engage a vape device and a bong style device wherein the oral interface for the smoking apparatus comprises:

a body, said body having a first end and a second end, said body having a first opening proximate said first end, said body having a second opening proximate said second end, said body having a hollow passage extending between said first end and said second end, said body having a diameter proximate said first end that is less than that of the diameter proximate said second end; and

wherein said body is configurable in a first position and a second position so as to be operably coupled to a vape device and a bong style device.

7. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 6, wherein said body in funnel shaped.

8. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 7, wherein in said first position the body said first end is positioned to be engaged by a mouth of a user of the oral interface for a smoking apparatus.

9. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 8, wherein in said second position the body said second end is positioned to be engaged by a mouth of a user of the oral interface for a smoking apparatus.

10. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 9, wherein in said first position the body said second end is operably coupled with a portion of a vape device.

11. The oral interface for a smoking apparatus as recited in claim 10, wherein in said second position the body said first end is inserted into a portion of a bong style smoking device.