EP1194053B1 - Toothbrush - Google Patents

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EP1194053B1
EP1194053B1 EP00925020A EP00925020A EP1194053B1 EP 1194053 B1 EP1194053 B1 EP 1194053B1 EP 00925020 A EP00925020 A EP 00925020A EP 00925020 A EP00925020 A EP 00925020A EP 1194053 B1 EP1194053 B1 EP 1194053B1
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Peter Gross
Philipp Pfenniger
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    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
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    • A46B5/00Brush bodies; Handles integral with brushware
    • A46B5/02Brush bodies; Handles integral with brushware specially shaped for holding by the hand

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  • the invention relates to a toothbrush according to the Preamble of claim 1.
  • Toothbrushes are meant to be as mass-produced as possible can be produced inexpensively.
  • the present invention is based on the object To create a toothbrush that has attractive design options offers and yet inexpensive to manufacture is.
  • a manual toothbrush 1 is shown a front bristle-bearing head part 2 and one has rear handle 3. Not in the drawing The bristles or tufts of bristles shown are in one in a known manner in the intended Wells 4 of the head part 2 anchored.
  • the longitudinal axis the toothbrush 1 is designated by L in FIGS. 1 to 3.
  • the Handle 3 is over at least part of its length with a substantially cylindrical, in Recess 5 extending in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush 1 provided through which a cavity 7 in the handle 3rd is formed.
  • the recess 5 is open to the rear. To the Closing the cavity 7 is in particular made of Fig.
  • 3 apparent closure part 8 provided by rear with its heel part 8a into the recess 5 can be used and is connected to the handle 3. It can be a detachable connection of both parts (e.g. snap connection, screw connection, Bayonet connection etc.) or an inseparable connection (Welded connection including connection by means of High frequency welding, adhesive connection, non-detachable Snap connection etc.) act.
  • the purpose of the closable cavity 7 is below described.
  • the handle 3 and the head part 2 are advantageously in a multi-component injection molding process, for the handle 3 an at least partially transparent material component is used.
  • SAN styrene-acrylic-nitrile
  • the head part 2 could be made from this Material, i.e. the two toothbrush parts 2, 3 could in a one-component injection molding process the transparent material.
  • Toothbrush would be particularly inexpensive because of the plastic SAN is cheap.
  • PP Polypropylene
  • the two toothbrush parts 2, 3 preferably on their Contact surfaces with interlocking parts (Projection / recess) so that the two Plastic parts during injection molding in a positive Be connected.
  • Such a connection is in 1 to 3 indicated and designated 10. It would be but also a positive connection between the two Plastic parts e.g. like a shrink connection conceivable.
  • Both the handle 3 and the head part 2 can have existing material components, which improve the aesthetic effect and / or the Contribute grip.
  • TPE thermoplastic Elastomer
  • the recess 5 or the cavity 7 of the handle 3 is made by overmolding a core and a cavity made of the same.
  • the cavity 7 can be directly decorated or In-game items such as different figures, Snowflakes, shiny particles, etc. can be filled. It a liquid can also flow directly into the cavity 7 be filled in. This can also hover objects include. There is also a powder or sand filling possible. Hologram foils or self-illuminating or luminescent parts housed become.
  • FIG. 4 can also be inserted into the cavity 7 illustrated, preferably colorfully printed roll 14 e.g. made of cardboard or plastic.
  • Fig. 5 represents a usable in the cavity 7, with a film pasted roll 15. But it can also be a printed one Foil section rolled directly into the cavity 7 be inserted. This can also at least partially be transparent or translucent so that when viewing a depth effect or the impression of a three-dimensional image.
  • rollers 14, 15 Another possibility is to use the rollers 14, 15 or to design the film section so that an effect of moving images (shaky image) is achieved.
  • the Lenticular generation of such motion pictures is in EP patent application No. 99 118 775.8.
  • rollers 14, 15 with holes or to provide recesses through which a Printing (illustration, writing) in the opposite Area of the inner wall of the rollers 14, 15 is visible and a depth effect is achieved.
  • Foil section can have such holes through which the opposite printing with a Depth effect can be considered. This way too and way the impression of a three-dimensional image.
  • FIGS. 6 to 10 show examples shown.
  • the one in FIG shown ampoule 16 a liquid with floating Objects
  • the ampoule 18 according to FIG. 8 is only a liquid.
  • the ampoule 19 according to FIG. 9 is fine-grained Material (powder, sand) filled.
  • a gas filling would also be possible.
  • Fig. 10 shows a printed ampoule 20. Die
  • the ampoule could also be covered with a film.
  • the already mentioned hologram foils or self-luminous or luminescent parts could be inside a Ampoule housed and with this in the cavity 7 be used.
  • the cavity content can be replaced become.
  • the aforementioned rolls 14, 15 or the different ampoules 16 to 20 can easily be exchanged, resulting in a quick design change allows.
  • It can be at least partially transparent Handles of different external shapes with the im essential cylindrical recess 5 equipped and for example with the rollers 14, 15 or the ampoules 16 to 20 can be filled.
  • aesthetically effective means could also be useful objects such as Toothpicks, replaceable ampoules with mouthwash or Toothpaste can be accommodated in the cavity 7.
  • Closure part 8 can be one of FIGS. 11a to 11c evident, with a spiral-shaped mounting element 23rd provided closure part 22 for closing the Cavity 7 are used with the toothbrush a document can be set up.
  • spiral mounting element 23 could Closure part also with a sun-like one Set-up element 24 according to FIGS. 12a to 12c or one star-shaped mounting element 25 according to FIGS. 13a to 13c be provided.
  • the positioning elements 24, 25 are each equipped with a recess 26 for a fixed Connection with a sealing cap, not shown is provided.
  • FIGS. 14a to 14c Another embodiment of a possible Closure part 27 is shown in FIGS. 14a to 14c. This with its heel part 27a in the recess 5 usable and either detachable or with the handle Closure part 27 which can be connected inseparably has one star-shaped mounting part 28.
  • set-up parts 24, 25 or 28 also have a different plan shape.
  • the handle 3 of the toothbrush 1 'according to FIG. 15 is with one in the front area of the recess 5 located holder 31 for in the cavity 7th located insert, for example the ampoule 30, fitted.
  • the bracket 31 has one from FIG. 15b visible annular part 31a made of an elastic compliant material on with a number of itself extending in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush 1 'after tongues 31b directed at the rear and arranged in a circle is provided.
  • the holder 31 can be the same like the head part 2 made of polypropylene (PP) and in same step with this (the one for that the existing connection channel is 32 in FIG. 15 designated).
  • the closure part 8 ' is also with a Number of toothbrushes 1 'in the longitudinal direction extending, circularly arranged tongues 35 provided that are directed forward.
  • the ampoule 30 At the Closing the cavity 7 is the ampoule 30 between the elastically yielding tongues 31b on the one hand and the tongues 35, which also yield elastically pressed on the other hand and by these both radially, as well held axially in place.
  • the closure part 37 shown in FIGS. 16a, 16b also is with the aforementioned tongues 35 for mounting of the cavity insert.
  • This closure part 37 is formed in one piece with an installation part 38 which with a plane that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis L.
  • the stand area 39 may be designed in a ring.
  • the closure part 37 is with its heel part 37a in the handle recess 5 of the Toothbrush inserted and with its clip-on edge 37b snapped onto the handle 3.
  • toothbrush upright could also be a Locking part with a rounded up part and with an integrated weight to create a "Stand-up effects" can be used.
  • SAN also for example polystyrene or polyester can be used.
  • the closure parts 8 or 8 'or 22 or 27 or 37 are especially with a detachable connection the handle 3 preferably made of a thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) made, which makes a good Sealing effect is achieved.
  • TPE thermoplastic Elastomer
  • the handle cavity from behind, for example It would also be possible to fill an ampoule, the ampoule by overmolding with the transparent material in the Embed the handle. However, that would be one It is no longer possible to change the cavity content.

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A unique ornamental and utilitarian toothbrush includes a bristle-carrying head part and a handle. The handle includes transparent or translucent portions and is further provided with a closed cavity extending in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush. An article is received within the cavity and is visible through the transparent or translucent handle portion. The handle cavity has a closure and the toothbrush is formed from plastic materials. The enclosed article may be decorative, of plural or single parts, and may include a liquid in the cavity.

Description

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Zahnbürste gemäss dem Oberbegriff des Anspruches 1.The invention relates to a toothbrush according to the Preamble of claim 1.

Auf dem Markt sind Zahnbürsten in verschiedensten Ausgestaltungen erhältlich. Bei der Wahl einer Zahnbürste spielt ihre ästhetische Wirkung oft eine wesentliche Rolle. Insbesondere bei Kinderzahnbürsten sind Design und Farbe von wesentlicher Bedeutung und eine witzige Ausgestaltung steigert die Freude an der Zahnreinigung. Dabei sollen Zahnbürsten als ein Massenartikel möglichst kostengünstig hergestellt werden können.There are various toothbrushes on the market Designs available. When choosing a toothbrush their aesthetic effect often plays an essential role Role. In the case of children's toothbrushes in particular, design and Color essential and a fun one Design increases the joy of tooth cleaning. Toothbrushes are meant to be as mass-produced as possible can be produced inexpensively.

Der vorliegenden Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Zahnbürste zu schaffen, die atraktive Gestaltungsmöglichkeiten bietet und dennoch kostengünstig herstellbar ist.The present invention is based on the object To create a toothbrush that has attractive design options offers and yet inexpensive to manufacture is.

Diese Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäss durch eine Zahnbürste mit den Merkmalen des Anspruches 1 gelöst.According to the invention, this object is achieved by a toothbrush solved with the features of claim 1.

Bevorzugte Weiterausgestaltungen der erfindungsgemässen Zahnbürste bilden den Gegenstand der abhängigen Ansprüche.Preferred further developments of the inventive Toothbrushes form the subject of the dependent claims.

Die Erfindung wird im folgenden anhand der Zeichnung näher erläutert.The invention will now be described with reference to the drawing explained.

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Fig. 1
eine Zahnbürste in Seitenansicht;
Fig. 2
die Zahnbürste nach Fig. 1 in Draufsicht;
Fig. 3
die Zahnbürste nach Fig. 1 in Untersicht, wobei ein Verschlussteil zum Verschliessen eines Handgriff-Hohlraumes vom übrigen Zahnbürstenteil getrennt dargestellt ist;
Fig. 4 bis 10
verschiedene Ausführungsbeispiele von in den Handgriff-Hohlraum einsetzbaren Mitteln zum Erzielen einer ästhetischen Wirkung;
Fig. 11a
in Draufsicht eine zweite Ausführungsform eines Verschlussteiles zum Verschliessen des Handgriff-Hohlraumes, mit einem integrierten Aufstellelement;
Fig. 11b
den Verschlussteil nach Fig. 11a in Frontansicht;
Fig. 11c
den Verschlussteil nach Fig. 11a in Seitenansicht;
Fig. 12a
in Draufsicht ein anderes, mit einem Verschlussteil verbindbares Aufstellelement;
Fig. 12b
das Aufstellelement nach Fig. 12a in Frontansicht;
Fig. 12c
das Aufstellelement nach Fig. 12a in Seitenansicht;
Fig. 13a
in Draufsicht ein weiteres, mit einem Verschlussteil verbindbares Aufstellelement;
Fig. 13b
das Aufstellelement nach Fig. 13a in Frontansicht;
Fig. 13c
das Aufstellelement nach Fig. 13a in Seitenansicht;
Fig. 14a
in Draufsicht eine dritte Ausführungsform eines Verschlussteiles zum Verschliessen des Handgriff-Hohlraumes, mit einem integrierten Aufstellelement;
Fig. 14b
den Verschlussteil nach Fig. 14a in Frontansicht;
Fig. 14c
den Verschlussteil nach Fig. 14a in Seitenansicht;
Fig. 15
im vergrösserten Massstab und im Teilschnitt die Zahnbürste nach Fig. 1 bis 3, wobei eine vierte Ausführungsform eines Verschlussteiles zum Verschliessen eines Handgriff-Hohlraumes vom übrigen Zahnbürstenteil getrennt dargestellt ist;
Fig. 15a
den Verschlussteil nach Fig. 15 im Längsschnitt;
Fig. 15b
einen Halterteil für eine im Handgriff-Hohlraum der Zahnbürste nach Fig. 15 untergebrachte Ampulle in Pfeilrichtung A gesehen;
Fig. 16a
im vergrösserten Massstab und in Seitenansicht ein weiteres Ausführungsbeispiel eines Verschlussteiles; und
Fig. 16b
den Verschlussteil nach Fig. 16a im Längsschnitt.
Show it:
Fig. 1
a toothbrush in side view;
Fig. 2
the toothbrush of Figure 1 in plan view.
Fig. 3
the toothbrush of Figure 1 in bottom view, a closure part for closing a handle cavity is shown separately from the rest of the toothbrush part.
4 to 10
different embodiments of means that can be inserted into the handle cavity to achieve an aesthetic effect;
Fig. 11a
in plan view a second embodiment of a closure part for closing the handle cavity, with an integrated set-up element;
Fig. 11b
the closure part of Figure 11a in front view.
Fig. 11c
the closure part of Figure 11a in side view.
Fig. 12a
in plan view another, connectable with a closure member;
Fig. 12b
the mounting element of Figure 12a in front view.
Fig. 12c
the mounting element of Figure 12a in side view.
13a
in plan view a further set-up element which can be connected to a closure part;
Fig. 13b
the mounting element of Figure 13a in front view.
13c
the mounting element of Figure 13a in side view.
14a
in plan view a third embodiment of a closure part for closing the handle cavity, with an integrated set-up element;
14b
the closure part of Figure 14a in front view.
14c
the closure part of Figure 14a in side view.
Fig. 15
1 to 3 on an enlarged scale and in partial section, a fourth embodiment of a closure part for closing a handle cavity being shown separately from the rest of the toothbrush part;
15a
the closure part of Figure 15 in longitudinal section.
15b
seen a holder part for an ampoule accommodated in the handle cavity of the toothbrush according to FIG. 15 in the direction of arrow A;
Fig. 16a
on an enlarged scale and in side view a further embodiment of a closure part; and
Fig. 16b
the closure part of FIG. 16a in longitudinal section.

In Fig. 1 bis 3 ist eine Handzahnbürste 1 dargestellt, die einen vorderen borstentragenden Kopfteil 2 und einen hinteren Handgriff 3 aufweist. Die in der Zeichnung nicht dargestellten Borsten bzw. Borstenbüschel werden in einer an sich bekannten Weise in den dafür vorgesehenen Vertiefungen 4 des Kopfteils 2 verankert. Die Längsachse der Zahnbürste 1 ist in Fig. 1 bis 3 mit L bezeichnet. Der Handgriff 3 ist über mindestens einen Teil seiner Länge mit einer im wesentlichen zylindrischen, sich in Längsrichtung der Zahnbürste 1 erstreckenden Aussparung 5 versehen, durch welche ein Hohlraum 7 im Handgriff 3 gebildet ist. Die Aussparung 5 ist nach hinten offen. Zum Verschliessen des Hohlraumes 7 ist ein insbesondere aus Fig. 3 ersichtlicher Verschlussteil 8 vorgesehen, der von hinten mit seinem Absatzteil 8a in die Aussparung 5 einsetzbar ist und mit dem Handgriff 3 verbunden wird. Dabei kann es sich um eine lösbare Verbindung beider Teile (beispielsweise Schnappverbindung, Schraubverbindung, Bajonettverbindung etc.) oder eine unlösbare Verbindung (Schweissverbindung einschliesslich Verbindung mittels Hochfrequenzschweissens, Klebverbindung, unlösbare Schnappverbindung etc.) handeln. Der Zweck des verschliessbaren Hohlraumes 7 wird weiter unten beschrieben.1 to 3, a manual toothbrush 1 is shown a front bristle-bearing head part 2 and one has rear handle 3. Not in the drawing The bristles or tufts of bristles shown are in one in a known manner in the intended Wells 4 of the head part 2 anchored. The longitudinal axis the toothbrush 1 is designated by L in FIGS. 1 to 3. The Handle 3 is over at least part of its length with a substantially cylindrical, in Recess 5 extending in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush 1 provided through which a cavity 7 in the handle 3rd is formed. The recess 5 is open to the rear. To the Closing the cavity 7 is in particular made of Fig. 3 apparent closure part 8 provided by rear with its heel part 8a into the recess 5 can be used and is connected to the handle 3. It can be a detachable connection of both parts (e.g. snap connection, screw connection, Bayonet connection etc.) or an inseparable connection (Welded connection including connection by means of High frequency welding, adhesive connection, non-detachable Snap connection etc.) act. The purpose of the closable cavity 7 is below described.

Der Handgriff 3 und der Kopfteil 2 werden mit Vorteil in einem Mehrkomponenten-Spritzgiessverfahren hergestellt, wobei für den Handgriff 3 eine zumindest teilweise transparente Materialkomponente verwendet wird. Es kann sich dabei beispielsweise um Styrol-Acryl-Nitril (SAN) handeln. Im Prinzip könnte auch der Kopfteil 2 aus diesem Material bestehen, d.h. die beiden Zahnbürstenteile 2, 3 könnten in einem Einkomponeneten- Sprizgiessverfahren aus dem transparenten Material angefertigt werden. Eine solche Zahnbürste wäre besonders kostengünstig, da der Kunststoff SAN billig ist. Vorzugsweise wird jedoch für den vorderen borstentragenden Kopfteil 2 ein anderes, gegen aggressive Substanzen der Zahnputzmittel (z.B. Pfefferminzöl) beständigeres Material als SAN gewählt, beispielsweise Polypropylen (PP). Da sich diese zwei Materialien während des Spritzgiessens miteinander nicht verbinden, werden die beiden Zahnbürstenteile 2, 3 vorzugsweise an ihren Berührungsflächen mit ineinandergreifenden Teilen (Vorsprung/Ausnehmung) versehen, so dass die beiden Kunststoffteile beim Spritzgiessen in eine formschlüssige Verbindung gebracht werden. Eine solche Verbindung ist in Fig. 1 bis 3 angedeutet und mit 10 bezeichnet. Es wäre allerdings auch eine kraftschlüssige Verbindung der beiden Kunststoffteile z.B. in der Art einer Schrumpfverbindung denkbar.The handle 3 and the head part 2 are advantageously in a multi-component injection molding process, for the handle 3 an at least partially transparent material component is used. It can for example, styrene-acrylic-nitrile (SAN) act. In principle, the head part 2 could be made from this Material, i.e. the two toothbrush parts 2, 3 could in a one-component injection molding process the transparent material. Such Toothbrush would be particularly inexpensive because of the plastic SAN is cheap. However, preference is given to the front bristle-bearing head part 2 another, against aggressive Dentifrice substances (e.g. peppermint oil) more durable material than SAN chosen, for example Polypropylene (PP). Because these two materials are during of injection molding do not connect with each other, the two toothbrush parts 2, 3 preferably on their Contact surfaces with interlocking parts (Projection / recess) so that the two Plastic parts during injection molding in a positive Be connected. Such a connection is in 1 to 3 indicated and designated 10. It would be but also a positive connection between the two Plastic parts e.g. like a shrink connection conceivable.

Sowohl der Handgriff 3, als auch der Kopfteil 2 können aus weiteren Materialkomponenten bestehende Teile aufweisen, die zur Verbesserung der ästhetischen Wirkung und/oder der Griffigkeit beitragen. So ist z.B. der Handgriff 3 mit einer aus Fig. 1 und 2 ersichtlichen Vertiefung 12 für eine Daumenauflage 11 versehen, die aus einem elastisch nachgiebigen Material, beispielsweise einem thermoplastischen Elastomer (TPE) besteht. Both the handle 3 and the head part 2 can have existing material components, which improve the aesthetic effect and / or the Contribute grip. For example, the handle 3 with a recess 12 shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 for provided a thumb rest 11, which consists of an elastic compliant material, such as a thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) is made.

Die Aussparung 5 bzw. der Hohlraum 7 des Handgriffes 3 wird durch Umspritzen eines Kerns und eine Aushöhlung desselben angefertigt.The recess 5 or the cavity 7 of the handle 3 is made by overmolding a core and a cavity made of the same.

Im mittels des Verschlussteils 8 verschliessbaren Hohlraum 7 können verschiedene Mittel zum Erzielen einer ästhetischen Wirkung untergebracht werden, wie nun im folgenden beschrieben wird.In the cavity which can be closed by means of the closure part 8 7 can have different means of achieving one aesthetic effect can be accommodated, as now in the following is described.

Der Hohlraum 7 kann direkt mit Verzierungs- oder Spielgegenständen wie z.B. verschiedenen Figuren, Schneeflocken, glänzenden Teilchen etc. gefüllt werden. Es kann auch eine Flüssigkeit direkt in den Hohlraum 7 eingefüllt werden. Diese kann auch Schwebegegenstände beinhalten. Auch eine Pulver- oder Sandfüllung ist möglich. Im Hohlraum 7 können auch Hologrammfolien oder selbstleuchtende bzw. lumineszierende Teile untergebracht werden.The cavity 7 can be directly decorated or In-game items such as different figures, Snowflakes, shiny particles, etc. can be filled. It a liquid can also flow directly into the cavity 7 be filled in. This can also hover objects include. There is also a powder or sand filling possible. Hologram foils or self-illuminating or luminescent parts housed become.

In den Hohlraum 7 kann aber auch eine in Fig. 4 dargestellte, vorzugsweise bunt bedruckte Rolle 14 z.B. aus Karton oder Kunststoff eingesetzt werden. Fig. 5 stellt eine in den Hohlraum 7 einsetzbare, mit einer Folie beklebte Rolle 15 dar. Es kann aber auch ein bedruckter Folienabschnitt zusammengerollt direkt in den Hohlraum 7 eingeschoben werden. Dieser kann auch zumindest teilweise transparent oder transluzent sein, so dass beim Betrachten eine Tiefenwirkung bzw. der Eindruck eines dreidimensionalen Bildes entsteht.However, one in FIG. 4 can also be inserted into the cavity 7 illustrated, preferably colorfully printed roll 14 e.g. made of cardboard or plastic. Fig. 5 represents a usable in the cavity 7, with a film pasted roll 15. But it can also be a printed one Foil section rolled directly into the cavity 7 be inserted. This can also at least partially be transparent or translucent so that when viewing a depth effect or the impression of a three-dimensional image.

Eine weitere Möglichkeit besteht darin, die Rollen 14, 15 bzw. den Folienabschnitt so zu gestalten, dass ein Effekt von beweglichen Bildern (Wackelbild) erreicht wird. Die lentikulare Erzeugung derartiger Bewegungsbilder ist in der EP-Patentanmeldung Nr. 99 118 775.8 beschrieben. Another possibility is to use the rollers 14, 15 or to design the film section so that an effect of moving images (shaky image) is achieved. The Lenticular generation of such motion pictures is in EP patent application No. 99 118 775.8.

Ferner ist es auch möglich, die Rollen 14, 15 mit Löchern bzw. Ausnehmungen zu versehen, durch welche eine Bedruckung (Abbildung, Schrift) im gegenüberliegenden Bereich der Innenwand der Rollen 14, 15 sichtbar wird und dabei eine Tiefenwirkung erzielt wird. Auch der Folienabschnitt kann derartige Löcher aufweisen, durch welche die gegenüberliegende Bedruckung mit einem Tiefeneffekt betrachtet werden kann. Auch auf diese Art und Weise kann beim Betrachten der Eindruck eines dreidimensionalen Bildes entstehen.Furthermore, it is also possible to roll the rollers 14, 15 with holes or to provide recesses through which a Printing (illustration, writing) in the opposite Area of the inner wall of the rollers 14, 15 is visible and a depth effect is achieved. Also the Foil section can have such holes through which the opposite printing with a Depth effect can be considered. This way too and way the impression of a three-dimensional image.

Es ist auch möglich, verschiedentlich gefüllte Ampullen in den Hohlraum 7 einzusetzen, wie die in Fig. 6 bis 10 dargestellten Beispiele zeigen. So enthält die in Fig. 6 dargestellte Ampulle 16 eine Flüssigkeit mit schwebenden Gegenständen, die Ampulle 17 nach Fig. 7 lose Gegenstände, und die Ampulle 18 nach Fig. 8 lediglich eine Flüssigkeit. Die Ampulle 19 nach Fig. 9 ist mit einem feinkörnigen Material (Pulver, Sand) gefüllt. Auch eine Gasfüllung wäre möglich. Fig. 10 zeigt eine bedruckte Ampulle 20. Die Ampulle könnte auch mit einer Folie beklebt sein. Auch die bereits erwähnten Hologrammfolien oder selbstleuchtenden bzw. lumineszierenden Teile könnten im Innern einer Ampulle untergebracht und mit dieser in den Hohlraum 7 eingesetzt werden.It is also possible to put differently filled ampoules in insert the cavity 7, like that in FIGS. 6 to 10 show examples shown. For example, the one in FIG shown ampoule 16 a liquid with floating Objects, the ampoule 17 according to FIG. 7 loose objects, and the ampoule 18 according to FIG. 8 is only a liquid. The ampoule 19 according to FIG. 9 is fine-grained Material (powder, sand) filled. A gas filling would also be possible. Fig. 10 shows a printed ampoule 20. Die The ampoule could also be covered with a film. Also the already mentioned hologram foils or self-luminous or luminescent parts could be inside a Ampoule housed and with this in the cavity 7 be used.

Bei einer lösbaren Verbindung des Verschlussteiles 8 mit dem Handgriff 3 kann der Hohlrauminhalt ausgewechselt werden. Insbesondere die vorstehend erwähnten Rollen 14, 15 oder die verschiedenen Ampullen 16 bis 20 können leicht ausgetauscht werden, was einen raschen Designwechsel ermöglicht. Es können zumindest teilweise transparente Handgriffe unterschiedlicher Aussenform mit der im wesentlichen zylinderförmigen Aussparung 5 ausgestattet und beispielsweise mit den Rollen 14, 15 oder den Ampullen 16 bis 20 gefüllt werden. Ausser oder statt ästhetisch wirkender Mittel könten auch Nutzgegenstände wie Zahnstocher, auswechselbare Ampullen mit Mundwasser oder Zahnpasta im Hohlraum 7 untergebracht werden.With a releasable connection of the closure part 8 with the handle 3, the cavity content can be replaced become. In particular, the aforementioned rolls 14, 15 or the different ampoules 16 to 20 can easily be exchanged, resulting in a quick design change allows. It can be at least partially transparent Handles of different external shapes with the im essential cylindrical recess 5 equipped and for example with the rollers 14, 15 or the ampoules 16 to 20 can be filled. Except or instead of aesthetically effective means could also be useful objects such as Toothpicks, replaceable ampoules with mouthwash or Toothpaste can be accommodated in the cavity 7.

Statt dem in Fig. 1 bis 3 dargestellten kappenförmigen Verschlussteil 8 kann ein aus Fig. 11a bis 11c ersichtlicher, mit einem spiralförmigen Aufstellelement 23 versehener Verschlussteil 22 zum Verschliessen des Hohlraumes 7 verwendet werden, mit dem die Zahnbürste auf eine Unterlage aufgestellt werden kann. Statt des spiralförmigen Aufstellelementes 23 könnte der Verschlussteil auch mit einem sonnenähnlichen Aufstellelement 24 nach Fig. 12a bis 12c oder einem sternförmigen Aufstellelement 25 nach Fig. 13a bis 13c versehen sein. Die Aufstellelemente 24, 25 sind jeweils mit einer Vertiefung 26 ausgestattet, die für eine feste Verbindung mit einer nicht dargestellten Verschlusskappe vorgesehen ist.Instead of the cap-shaped shown in Fig. 1 to 3 Closure part 8 can be one of FIGS. 11a to 11c evident, with a spiral-shaped mounting element 23rd provided closure part 22 for closing the Cavity 7 are used with the toothbrush a document can be set up. Instead of spiral mounting element 23 could Closure part also with a sun-like one Set-up element 24 according to FIGS. 12a to 12c or one star-shaped mounting element 25 according to FIGS. 13a to 13c be provided. The positioning elements 24, 25 are each equipped with a recess 26 for a fixed Connection with a sealing cap, not shown is provided.

Eine weiterere Ausführungsform eines möglichen Verschlussteiles 27 ist in Fig. 14a bis 14c dargestellt. Dieser mit seinem Absatzteil 27a in die Aussparung 5 einsetzbare und mit dem Handgriff entweder lösbar oder unlösbar verbindbare Verschlussteil 27 weist einen sternförmigen Aufstellteil 28 auf.Another embodiment of a possible Closure part 27 is shown in FIGS. 14a to 14c. This with its heel part 27a in the recess 5 usable and either detachable or with the handle Closure part 27 which can be connected inseparably has one star-shaped mounting part 28.

Selbstverständlich könnten die Aufstellteile 24, 25 oder 28 auch eine andere Grundrissform aufweisen.Of course, the set-up parts 24, 25 or 28 also have a different plan shape.

Der Handgriff 3 der Zahnbürste 1' nach Fig. 15 ist mit einer sich im vorderen Bereich der Aussparung 5 befindenden Halterung 31 für den sich im Hohlraum 7 befindlichen Einsatz, beispielsweise die Ampulle 30, ausgestattet. Die Halterung 31 weist einen aus Fig. 15b ersichtlichen ringförmigen Teil 31a aus einem elastisch nachgiebigen Material auf, der mit einer Anzahl von sich in Längsrichtung der Zahnbürste 1' erstreckenden, nach hinten gerichteten und kreisförmig angeordneten Zungen 31b versehen ist. Beispielsweise kann die Halterung 31 gleich wie der Kopfteil 2 aus Polypropylen (PP) bestehen und im gleichen Schritt mit diesem gespritzt werden (der dafür vorhandene Verbindungskanal ist in Fig. 15 mit 32 bezeichnet). Auch der Verschlussteil 8' ist mit einer Anzahl von sich in Längsrichtung der Zahnbürste 1' erstreckenden, kreisförmig angeordneten Zungen 35 versehen, die nach vorne gerichtet sind. Beim Verschliessen des Hohlraumes 7 wird die Ampulle 30 zwischen die elastisch nachgebenden Zungen 31b einerseits und die ebenfalls elastisch nachgebenden Zungen 35 anderseits gedrückt und von diesen sowohl radial, als auch axial in ihrer Lage gehalten.The handle 3 of the toothbrush 1 'according to FIG. 15 is with one in the front area of the recess 5 located holder 31 for in the cavity 7th located insert, for example the ampoule 30, fitted. The bracket 31 has one from FIG. 15b visible annular part 31a made of an elastic compliant material on with a number of itself extending in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush 1 'after tongues 31b directed at the rear and arranged in a circle is provided. For example, the holder 31 can be the same like the head part 2 made of polypropylene (PP) and in same step with this (the one for that the existing connection channel is 32 in FIG. 15 designated). The closure part 8 'is also with a Number of toothbrushes 1 'in the longitudinal direction extending, circularly arranged tongues 35 provided that are directed forward. At the Closing the cavity 7 is the ampoule 30 between the elastically yielding tongues 31b on the one hand and the tongues 35, which also yield elastically pressed on the other hand and by these both radially, as well held axially in place.

Auch der in Fig. 16a, 16b dargestellte Verschlussteil 37 ist mit den vorstehend erwähnten Zungen 35 zur Halterung des Hohlraum-Einsatzes versehen. Dieser Verschlussteil 37 ist einstückig mit einem Aufstellteil 38 ausgebildet, der mit einer zur Längsachse L rechtwinkligen, ebenen Standfläche 39 zum aufrechten Aufstellen der Zahnbürste ausgestattet ist. Die Standfläche 39 ist gegebenenfalls ringförmig ausgestaltet. Der Verschlussteil 37 wird mit seinem Absatzteil 37a in die Handgriff-Aussparung 5 der Zahnbürste eingesetzt und dabei mit seinem Aufsteckrand 37b auf den Handgriff 3 aufgeschnappt.The closure part 37 shown in FIGS. 16a, 16b also is with the aforementioned tongues 35 for mounting of the cavity insert. This closure part 37 is formed in one piece with an installation part 38 which with a plane that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis L. Stand area 39 for erecting the toothbrush Is provided. The stand area 39 may be designed in a ring. The closure part 37 is with its heel part 37a in the handle recess 5 of the Toothbrush inserted and with its clip-on edge 37b snapped onto the handle 3.

Zum aufrechten Aufstellen der Zahnbürste könnte auch ein Verschlussteil mit einem hinten abgerundeten Aufstellteil und mit einem integrierten Gewicht zum Erzeugen eines "Steh-auf-Effektes" verwendet werden.To erect the toothbrush upright could also be a Locking part with a rounded up part and with an integrated weight to create a "Stand-up effects" can be used.

Als Material für den transparenten Handgriff 3 kann neben dem bereits erwähnten SAN auch beispielsweise Polystyrene oder Polyester verwendet werden.In addition to the material for the transparent handle 3 the already mentioned SAN also for example polystyrene or polyester can be used.

Die Verschlussteile 8 bzw. 8' bzw. 22 bzw. 27 bzw. 37 werden insbesondere bei einer lösbaren Verbindungsart mit dem Handgriff 3 vorzugsweise aus einem thermoplastischen Elastomer (TPE) angefertigt, wodurch eine gute Dichtwirkung erzielt wird.The closure parts 8 or 8 'or 22 or 27 or 37 are especially with a detachable connection the handle 3 preferably made of a thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) made, which makes a good Sealing effect is achieved.

Statt den Handgriff-Hohlraum von hinten beispielsweise mit einer Ampulle zu füllen wäre es auch möglich, die Ampulle durch Umspritzen mit dem transparenten Material im Handgriff einzubetten. Allerdings wäre dann ein Auswechseln des Hohlrauminhaltes nicht mehr möglich.Instead of the handle cavity from behind, for example It would also be possible to fill an ampoule, the ampoule by overmolding with the transparent material in the Embed the handle. However, that would be one It is no longer possible to change the cavity content.

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  1. Toothbrush which has a bristle-carrying front head part (2) and a handle (3) and is produced by conventional or multi-component injection moulding, the handle (3), over at least part of its length, having an essentially cylindrical and closed cavity (7) extending in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush, at least that part of the handle (3) which encloses the cavity (7) consisting of an at least partially transparent material, and means with an aesthetic effect being accommodated in the closed cavity (7), characterized in that the means are formed by an article (14; 15; 20) which is of an essentially cylindrical outer shape or is rolled together to form a roll, has printing on it or has a film adhesively bonded to it or comprises a film.
  2. Toothbrush according to Claim 1, characterized in that the cavity (7) is kept closed from the rear by means of a closure part (8; 8'; 22; 27) which can be connected non-releasably to the handle (3) at the rear end of the latter.
  3. Toothbrush according to Claim 1, characterized in that, for optionally filling the cavity (7), the cavity (7) can be closed from the rear by means of a closure part (8; 8'; 22; 27; 37) which can be connected releasably to the handle (3) at the rear end of the latter.
  4. Toothbrush according to one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the article is formed by a roll (14; 15), preferably made of plastic or cardboard, which has printing on it or has a film adhesively bonded to it.
  5. Toothbrush according to one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the article is formed by an at least partially transparent or translucent section of film which butts against the inner wall of the cavity and has printing on it.
  6. Toothbrush according to one of Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the article is formed by an ampoule (20) which has printing on it or has a film adhesively bonded to it.
  7. Toothbrush according to one of Claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the article comprises self-luminous and luminescent parts, respectively.
  8. Toothbrush according to one of Claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the article comprises hologram foils.
  9. Toothbrush according to Claim 6, characterized in that the ampoule (20) is kept in its position in the cavity (7) by a securing means (31, 35).
  10. Toothbrush according to Claim 9, characterized in that the securing means (31, 35) comprises rearwardly directed tongues (31b) which are arranged in the front region of the handle cavity (7), extend in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush, are made of an elastically compliant material and are arranged in the form of a circle, it being the case that, when the cavity (7) is closed by the closure part (8'; 38), the ampoule (20) is kept in its position between said tongues (31b) and forwardly directed tongues (35) of the closure part (8'; 38), which are likewise arranged in the form of a circle, extend in the longitudinal direction of the toothbrush and consist of an elastically compliant material.
  11. Toothbrush according to one of Claims 2 to 10, characterized in that the closure part (22; 27; 37) is provided with a positioning part (23; 24; 25; 28; 38) for positioning the toothbrush (1) on an underlying surface.
  12. Toothbrush according to Claim 11, characterized in that the positioning part (38) has a planar standing surface (39) at right angles to the longitudinal axis (L) of the toothbrush and closure part, respectively.
  13. Toothbrush according to one of Claims 2 to 12, characterized in that the closure part is produced from a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE).
  14. Toothbrush according to Claim 2, characterized in that the closure part (8; 8'; 22; 27) is connected to the handle (3) by welding, preferably high-frequency welding, or adhesive bonding or a non-releasable snap-in connection.
  15. Toothbrush according to Claim 3, characterized in that the closure part (8; 8' ; 22; 27; 37) is connected to the handle (3) by a releasable snap-in connection or a screw connection or a bayonet connection.
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