巴西专利BR112016000796B1 DISTRIBUTOR FOR MIXING A DRINK

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capsule-based system for preparing and dispensing a drink. the present disclosure relates to the distribution of a substance from a capsule by means of a dispensing apparatus. specifically, the exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure relates to: (1) a capsule, (2) a beverage dispenser to receive the capsule, and (3) mechanisms within the beverage dispenser to automatically open the capsule and rotate the capsule while mixing a drink inside the capsule to pour it into a user drink container or glass. the la vit system for cracking and peeling the capsule provides a more hygienic approach to capsule-based beverage systems.
公开号:BR112016000796B1
申请号:R112016000796-4
申请日:2014-07-13
公开日:2021-04-27
发明作者:Gian Matteo Lo Faro；John R. Laverack；Yuanli Shentu；Kurt R. Weseman；George E. Riehm；Greg G. Weaver
申请人:La Vit Technology Llc；
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention
[001] This invention relates to systems for dispensing a drink. The invention also relates to the capsule used in a system for dispensing a beverage and methods for dispensing a beverage from a capsule. Description of the State of the Art
[002] There are a number of devices and techniques for dispensing a drink, such as, for example, a cup of coffee or tea from a capsule. In one approach, a disposable container fits on top of a glass and has a compartment for receiving a drink, such as coffee extract with a large reservoir on the top where a person has to pour boiling water. These devices can be disposable, but expensive, coffee is exposed to the air, where it can easily age or contaminate, and they are generally not suitable for making automatic coffee or other beverage machines. Since the flow rate of the beverage is generally slow, these devices are generally large in relation to the volume of the dispensed beverage. In addition, these devices can be designed to be used in an upright position and only the bottom area is available for the filtration flow and this contributes to the slowness of the filtration process. In one construction, a filter is provided in a sealed container and an intermediate support element is included in the receptacle and filter that works to support the filter. When the filter is wet, it yields and conforms to the support element that has a hole in it to release the filtered drink but on the other hand blocks the filter outlet. Such a filter design used in an application where water is injected under pressure would provide low flow rates.
[003] There are several well-known companies that operate machines based on capsule properties in the coffee and tea space, including Nespresso and T Nestle's Special, Green Mountain Coffee Roaster's Keurig, Starbucks Verismo, Kraft's Tassimo, Sara Lee's Senseo, Nescafe's Dolce Gusto , Illy, Lavazza's Blue and Britta Yource. Mars Flavia and Esio are machines that use a single-use distribution system bag style. In addition, there are several companies operating single-serving beverage machines known in the commercial environment, including PHSFs Interpure, Waterlogic's Innowave, Vertex's Charm, Keurig, Nestle and Mars Flavia
[004] Currently, there are other machines that try to commercialize a single portion point based on a capsule / cocoon of cold drink system. For example, Omnifrio, acquired by Primo Water, uses a puncture mechanism, which pierces the top and bottom of the capsule allowing a concentrated syrup to drain out. Bevyz uses a pressure mechanism to open the capsule to allow for a mixing process. The Esio Hot & Cold Beverage System uses a syrup pouch system and pumps the beverage mix out of the pouch to mix it with water outside the package. Yource by Brita uses a capsule based machine.
[005] When cold drinks are dispensed in a system in which the drink is prepared by mixing cold fluid, usually water, with a powder instead of a concentrated liquid, a significant challenge is that the powder does not dissolve in a way effective during the mixing process. This can lead to poor quality output from the beverage system and unhealthy and possibly unhealthy residue on the machine itself. Improved delivery systems for a drink at hot temperature, carbonized, cold temperature, mixed stop designed to allow the effective mixing of the powder with the liquid during distribution provides little or no residue, contamination or cross-contamination between the drinks are described in the order of the USA No. 13 / 293,043, United States Provisional Application No. 61 / 411,786, and International Application PCT / US2011 / 060.050, all of which are incorporated herein by reference. The present specification describes an additional method for providing mixed drinks. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[006] The purpose of the invention is to offer an attractive alternative to bottled water and water-based or other ready-to-drink (RTD) drinks. The invention aims to offer a point-of-use, reliable and cost effective solution for the user's hydration and the consumer's need for drinks. The invention is a single portion beverage system that can produce unlimited filtered cold water, as well as original single portion drinks through a proprietary capsule-based system. The invention can be cold, hot, still (that is, not sparkling), carbonated, flavored, enhanced, with purified ultra-filtered water and flavors.
[007] The capsules contain a powder or liquid, which are mixed with the filtered water to produce the drink. Drinks can be "homemade formula" or from the market under the common mass branded drinks licensed from manufacturers.
[008] The various modalities of the invention have several advantages: • pure water on demand: unlimited filtered pure water. Potentially unhealthy contaminants are filtered out of the water. • custom-made drinks on demand: Users can enjoy many of their favorite branded drinks, produced with very pure water, chilled to the correct temperature. Option to make sparkling drinks available on certain machine models. • CO2 reduction: There is no need to transport heavy drink bottles to the point of consumption. Each machine in use reduces carbon emissions. • Waste Reduction: No more plastic bottles clogging landfills while continuing to provide users with a good option for ready-to-drink (RTD) drinks. • Space saving: No need to store bulky drinks saves space in the fridge / kitchen / pantry. • Health benefit: Improved hydration, resulting from the most convenient and best hydration options, including better concentration, better circulation and, in general, better general health. • Financial Benefit: Capsules cost about 2-3% of the cost of a regular water bottle and approximately 33% of the cost of some popular bottled drinks.
[009] The cracking and peeling method for accessing the capsule offers an effective and efficient way to prepare and deliver a drink. A mechanical device is adapted to break the capsule along a perforated crease in the capsule below the top cap of the capsule. The shells of mechanical devices open the capsule along the cracked crease. For example, a slight groove can be included in a flap of the capsule that can be used to break the seal and allow the cap to then be pulled back. The forces can be applied to the capsule to open the capsule with the creases to access the drink. When the lid is pulled back (for example, by tearing the capsule) the drink is mixed with a liquid mixing stream, which in many ways will be water, cold or hot, still or sparkling. The tests carried out on a fully functional prototype were successful in cleaning a powdered beverage concentrate from a capsule.
[0010] According to some modalities, it is advantageous to promote a controlled tear in the crease of the capsule to ensure a smooth opening of the capsule. The controlled tear can serve to reduce the force required to open the capsule and / or provide a more uniform and repeatable tear to open the capsule. A tip raised over the mechanism used to open the capsule can serve to provide a controlled tear. The raised front end can be located in such a way that it would facilitate the opening of the capsule along a longitudinal center line of the capsule, or it can be off the axis of the capsule, so that the shell will start off the center line and travel along a fold to open the capsule. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES
[0011] FIG. 1 is an isometric view of an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0012] FIGS. 1A and 1B represent a cross section taken along the cut lines A-1 in figure 1A. 1.
[0013] FIG. 2 shows an exploded isometric view according to the embodiment shown in FIG. 1.
[0014] FIGS. 2 A - 2D illustrate the process of opening the capsule, the process of rotating the capsule, and mixing drink in cross sections along lines 2A-2A in FIG. two.
[0015] FIGS. 3 and 4 illustrate views of a capsule according to the embodiment shown in FIG. 1.
[0016] FIG. 5 shows a flow chart illustrating an exemplary process for mixing a drink according to the present disclosure.
[0017] These illustrations are illustrative of the present invention and should not be construed to limit the scope or breadth of the invention presented in this patent application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE MODALITIES OF THE INVENTION
[0018] The present disclosure relates to the distribution of a substance from a container by means of a distribution device. Specifically, the exemplary embodiments of the present invention relate to: (1) a capsule, (2) a dispenser to receive the capsule, and (3) mechanisms inside the dispenser to perform processes for opening the capsule and rotating the capsule while distributing the mixed contents from a user's beverage receptacle or glass capsule. Each of these areas will be described in more detail below.
[0019] (1) The capsule: As shown in FIG. 1, the capsule 11 is composed of several parts. The top 11 capsule 111 can be a cap that is attached to a circumferential and planar rim of the cap 11. The top 11 capsule cap 111 can be a material, such as aluminum foil, biodegradable material, plastic or other recyclable material that can be affixed to the rim of the capsule 11 by a bonding agent, such as glue, or by means of a heat sealing process. The cap of the upper capsule 11 seals the opening 111 defined by the peripheral, flat edge of the capsule 11.
[0020] The capsule 11 includes a concave bowl 112 that extends under the top capsule 11 111, with an opening defined by the circumferential and planar rim. Bowl 112 forms a receptacle for making one or more mixing agents, such as powders or liquids for mixing a drink. For example, the bowl 112 can be formed and filled with a mixing agent, after which the opening defined by the edge of the bowl 112 can be sealed by fixing the top cap 11 of the rim 111.
[0021] When the capsule 11 is seen from the top, the bowl 112 can appear as a variety of shapes, such as axisymmetric shapes including diamond or oval. Bowl 112 can be formed according to a variety of sizes to accommodate a variety of quantities of mixing agents for a variety of mixed drink sizes. For example, basin 112 may have a volume capacity or about 40 cubic centimeters (i.e., 40 cc). The total volume of the bowl 112 may be greater than the volume of the amount of mixing agent sealed within the capsule 11, so as to leave space for portions of the beverage to be mixed within the capsule 11.
[0022] The bowl 112 includes the planar circumferential edge so that the top 11 capsule 111 can be affixed. The rim may be wide enough to form a flap that is shaped to allow a comfortable and secure fit of the capsule 11 inside a beverage dispenser 100, while being mixed. Bowl 112 may also have a crease or perforated seam in bowl 112 below capsule 11 top 111. The pleat, which may be a pre-weakened portion of capsule 11, under the rim, can be designed so that when the mechanism from the opening dispenser 100, forces are applied to the capsule 11, the capsule 11 can be broken and peeled open along the crease, forming an opening at one end of the capsule 11. The opening can be shaped to allow a fluid such as water to be injected into the capsule 11 to dissolve or mix the mixing agent inside the capsule 11. In addition, the opening can also be shaped to allow the mixed contents to flow out of the capsule 11. In some embodiments, the capsule 11 can be designed for a single use, and capsule 11 can be removed, removed, or otherwise discarded or recycled after making the drink. In some embodiments, the capsule 11 may have additional pre-weakened portions, such that the capsule can be broken and peeled off at the additional location to create more than one opening in the capsule. For example, openings can be formed at two ends of the capsule.
[0023] The volume of the capsule and the amount of the agent initially present in the mixture of the capsule 11 can vary depending on the volume of the drink. In some embodiments, the volume of the capsule 11 can be approximately 30 cc, and the capsule 11 can contain about 2-6.5 grams of mixing agent. In other embodiments, the capsule can contain about 15-20 grams of mixing agent.
[0024] The geometry of the open capsule 11 can be optimized to maximize the mixing and subsequent draining action of the contents were mixed from the capsule 11, while directing the flow to minimize any confusion or cross contamination between the drinks caused by the contents were mixed flow to outside the capsule 11. In addition, the opening mechanism of the dispenser 100 can be designed to minimize the risk of contamination of the contents of the capsule 11 and the subsequent mixed drink. For example, the opening mechanism can prevent the introduction of contaminants into the capsule 11, and the open capsule 11 can allow the injection of fluid and drainage mix, avoiding contaminants outside the capsule 11 or inside the dispenser 100.
[0025] Another advantage of the present invention is that the exterior of the capsule 11 does not come into contact with the mixed drink. There is no contact of the finished product with the outside of the capsule 11, as there is no puncture of the base leaf cap 11 or capsule in the drink, ensuring that the drink keeps it sterile. Most machines have contact with the outside of the capsule 11 and the finished beverage, which is not hygienic because the outside of the capsule 11 has been treated in a non-sterile manner.
[0026] In some embodiments, the outer part of the capsule 11, such as an outer side of the bowl 112, can include optional coded information 113, such as a barcode printed on the bowl 1 12. The encoded information can identify aspects of the capsule 11 or its mixing agents for a sensor or scanner in the dispenser 100, such as a barcode reader, so that the dispenser 100 can adjust its beverage mixing processes accordingly. In other embodiments, the encoded information 113 can be encoded as a two-dimensional data matrix, such as a quick response code ("QR"). The scanner 114 in the dispenser 100 may be a camera capable of capturing the optical image of the encoded information for processing by one or more processors in communication with the camera.
[0027] Depending on whether the device is implemented in a business, a home, or another channel, the device may incorporate additional features, such as a locking component. In some embodiments, the optional outer part of the capsule 11, such as an outer side of the bowl 11, may include printed graphics. For example, capsule 11 can represent a trademark image or logo. The scanner 1 14 (for example, camera) of the distributor 100 can be configured to capture the optical image of the graph for processing by one or more processors in communication with the scanner 1 14. In conjunction with the processors and firmware, software, or other processor reading means, the dispenser 100 may be in a locked state until a capsule 11 with an authentic and authorized illustration is inserted into the dispenser 100 in a correct orientation. After the graph has been detected, the dispenser 100 can be in an unlocked state and continue to mix a drink with the contents of the inserted capsule 11.
[0028] In other embodiments, the encoded information may include information about the optimal beverage parameters for a particular capsule. For example, if the encoded information includes recipe information, scanner 1 14 can be configured to capture the encoded information for processing by one or more processors in communication with scanner 1 14. In response to the processor (s) and firmware, software, or other means of reading by processor, the various robotic actions of the dispenser 100, such as the volume of liquid in the pre-wetting stream, the amount of total liquid dispensed by the mixing stream, and other parameters, can be adjusted to meet with coded recipe information.
[0029] A processor may be configured with a non-transitory processor reading medium comprising instructions that cause the processor to operate in accordance with the modalities of the present disclosure.
[0030] (2) The dispenser: Another aspect of the disclosure is the dispenser 100 for receiving a capsule 11 and mixing a drink using the capsule 11 and its contents. FIG. 1 is an isometric view of an exemplary drink dispenser 100 of the present specification, and FIG. 1A is a cross section taken along the cut lines 1A-1A in FIG. 1. As illustrated, the dispenser 100 can comprise a frame 10 with a lid 101 that can be raised and lowered by a handle 102, as well as a back shell 103 and the base 1 15. The frame 10 defines a space for receiving a capsule 1 1 and provides points for attaching mechanisms used to mix and distribute a drink. FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary embodiment of a dispenser 100. Other dimensions and the configuration of various components within the structure 10 of the dispenser 100 can be used for mixing a drink. In some embodiments, the dispenser 100 can be designed to sit on a bench as a stand-alone device, while in other embodiments, the dispenser 100 can be adapted for installation inside another appliance, such as a water filtration system. or refrigerator.
[0031] The distributor 100 can be configured with additional interface elements not shown in FIG. 1, such as an optional display for displaying dispensing status information, advertisements or other information that may be useful to a user. The distributor 100 can provide a touch screen or other buttons to select the options configured by the user to operate the distributor 100.
[0032] The base 15 can contain a motor 220 and one or more gears in the gear train 221 one or other mechanical devices to effect the movement of the components inside the distributor 100 (as shown in FIGS. 1 A and 2), such as the rotation of the capsule 11, while the drink is mixed. The capsule 11 can itself be placed inside a receiving compartment 108, which can be connected to the frame 10 by means of hinges or other means that allow the receiving compartment 108 to move inside the dispenser 100. When the lid 101 is pushed down and the dispenser 100 is in a closed position, the receiving compartment 108 can recede within the space defined by the structure 10 of the dispenser 100 to facilitate the opening of the capsule 11 and the rotation of the capsule 11, while the drink is mixed inside the capsule 11 and drained from the capsule 11.
[0033] In some embodiments, the injector assembly 201 can be connected to cover 101, as shown in FIG. 1 A. A retractable shield 105 can also be attached to cover 101 by a pivot. As the lid 101 is lifted and the dispenser 101 is brought into an open position, the nozzle arrangement 201 would be lifted along with the lid. The retractable shield 105 that slopes down in front of the die nozzle 201, as shown in FIG. 1A to protect the nozzle matrix 201 from contamination and create a more aesthetically pleasing presentation for a user by hiding or obscuring components of the dispenser 100 that a user does not need to manipulate when inserting a capsule 11 for the open dispenser 100.
[0034] In addition, the receiving compartment 108 can comprise a hinged part 110 to facilitate opening of the capsule 11. The receiving compartment 108 can be configured so that when the dispenser 100 is opened, the hinged portion 110 is flat , being in the plane with the rest of the receiving compartment 108, as shown in FIG. 1. When the dispenser is closed or closed, the opening mechanism of the dispenser 100 can cause the hinged portion 110 to swing upward, applying torque or other pressure to the pleat on the capsule 11 to break the capsule 11 and tear the capsule 11 along the crease. In some embodiments, anvil 109 may be attached to lid 101, so that when lid 101 is reduced, the anvil will come into contact with a portion of the upper 1 1 capsule 1 to hold the capsule 1 1 in place as part of articulated 1 10 of those who received compartment 108 pivots towards the capsule 1 1 top 1 1 1.
[0035] A shield 107 can be connected to the structure 10 of the dispenser 100 in position under the receiving compartment 108. The shield 107 can be cylindrical in shape and can be wide enough so that the contents have been mixed with the beverage flowing into a beverage container may not come into contact with the inner walls of the shield 107. In this sense, the shield 107 remains clean and prevents contamination. The shield 107 can serve in part as a guide for the user to indicate where a glass or other beverage container should be positioned to receive the content of the mixed drink.
[0036] The rear housing 103, a base of 115, cover 101, or another portion of the dispenser 100 may comprise the scanner (e.g., camera, barcode reader, or other sensor) 1 14 or another sensor, such as shown in FIG. 1A, which can be exposed to encoded information (for example, the security image, the two-dimensional data matrix, the barcode Universal Product Code, or other encoding) over the capsule 1 1 through a hole in the rear housing 103 for the scanner 11 as shown in FIG. 1.
[0037] As shown in FIG. 1A, the frame 10 comprises several hinges to facilitate the opening and closing of the distributor 100 and the movement of the components, such as the receiver of the compartment 108 within the space defined by the frame 10. Specifically, the hinge 104 A can be connected cover 101 to the rear housing, allowing cover 101 to pivot upward to open dispenser 100 and rotate downward to close dispenser 100. In some embodiments, a bumper 130 can be attached to cover 100 to provide an effect damper when cover 101 pivots down to a closed position. Alternatively, other damping mechanisms or the locking cover can be used as a replacement or in addition to the bumper 130.
[0038] As the lid 101 is lowered to a closed position, hinges 104B, 104C, 104d, 104E are configured to allow structure 10 components to rotate and translate into a concerted folding arrangement to prepare dispenser 100 and capsule 1 1 for the mixing drink. Specifically, the link hinges arm 151B and 104C can cause the retractable shield 105 to be pushed upward, or retracted, inside the lid 101, causing the space for the dispenser 100 to close completely, at which point the shield retractable 105 is not necessary to protect the nozzle matrix 201 and other internal components.
[0039] The arm 152 of the hinge connection structure 10 104C and 104d provides the fixation for the anvil 109 and the arm 152 is shaped to position the anvil over the capsule 11 in the receiving compartment 108 when the lid 101 is lowered to a position closed.
[0040] The receiving compartment 108 is connected to the frame 10 on the hinge 104d, and the hinge 104E allows the hinged portion 110 of the receiving compartment 108 to rotate. The receiving compartment 108, including the hinged portion 110, can be configured to move in relation to the ramp 208. The ramp 208 can guide the movement of the receiving compartment 108 as the lid 101 is lowered to a closed position so that the capsule 11 placed inside the receiving compartment 108 can slide and rotate to a horizontal position for opening.
[0041] Furthermore, an arm 153 of the frame 10 that connects hinges 104d and 104F anchors the frame 10 to the base 115 of the distributor 100 via hinge 104F. Hinges 104B -104F activate a folding mechanism to move and rotate the capsule 11 and other components connected to the structure 10, as the lid 101 is raised or lowered to open or close the dispenser 100, respectively. In other embodiments, different arrangements of hinges and arms can be used. For example, the hinges connecting arm 153 104d and 104f can be divided into two branches connected via an intermediate hinge to allow reception of the compartment 108 additional range of movement. In other embodiments, the nozzle matrix 201 can be attached to the base 115 of the distributor 100, changing or eliminating the need for the retractable shield 105 or the arm 151 connecting hinges 104B and 104C that has a shape to assist with retracting the shield retractable 105 as the lid 101 is lowered to a closed position.
[0042] In addition, in some embodiments, a latch 205 may be attached to a portion of frame 10 via a latch hinge 206. As frame 10 folds down to a closed position, latch 205 may become attached to a latch catch 205 One positioned on the lower arm 154 attached to hinge 104F. The latch 205 can help to keep the movement of the structure 10 smooth and unified during operations of the dispenser 100, such as the operation to open the capsule 11 or the operation to rotate the capsule 11, while the drink is mixed. Latch 205 is configured to release from latch catch 205 A to allow frame 10 to unfold back to an open position when lid 101 is raised. Other alternatives for keeping the movement of the structure 10 smooth and unified during operations of the distributor 100, causing the structure 10, including to engage or disengage with gear train 221 using a solenoid or other mechanism, are also contemplated.
[0043] (3) Beverage mixing: Yet another aspect of the disclosure is the beverage mixing process. FIGS. 1B - 2D illustrate the dispenser and capsule 11 in various configurations during the beverage mixing process as described below.
[0044] Specifically, FIG. 1B shows the dispenser 100 in an open position. The capsule 11 has been inserted into the receiving compartment 108. The upper capsule 111 sits at the top of the receiving compartment 108, and the bowl 112 extends through the opening of the receiving compartment 112 and further into the space defined by structure 10 of the dispenser 100. In this position, the scanner or other scanner 114 can be activated to read the coded information 113 which is printed on the outer side of the bowl 112. When the dispenser 100 is opened, the frame 10 is unfolded so that the capsule 11 and the compartment 108 it receives is tilted upwards, the positioning of the encoded information 113 within the line of sight of the scanner 114A 114. As illustrated in FIG. 1B, the scanner 114 is connected to the dispenser 100 inside the rear housing 103, and the scanner 114 can read the coded information 113 through a hole in the rear housing 103, facing inwardly towards the capsule 11 within the space defined by structure 10.
[0045] FIG. 2 shows an exploded isometric view of the open dispenser 100 with the capsule 11 inserted into the receiving compartment 108. FIG. 2 illustrates a modality for supplying a motor 220 inside the base 115 of the distributor 100. In some embodiments, the motor can be connected to a gear train 221 inside a gear box 106 and connected to the structure 10 inside the base 115 through a set 223 of pins or shafts to hold the gears in position or transfer energy from the motor 220 to components inside the distributor 100.
[0046] FIG. 2A-2D show cross-sectional views of the distributor 100 along section lines 2A-2A of Fig. 2, in which the cross-sectional views depict the distributor 100 in a slightly different position, for clarity. Specifically, FIG. 2A shows a dispenser 100 in a partially closed position, as the lid 101 has been partially reduced. As the cover 101 pivots downward towards the closed position through hinge 104 A, the bumper 130 swung downwardly wrapping with the rear housing 103. In addition, the hinge 104C and hinge 104d moved to lower positions, causing the receiving compartment 108 and the capsule 11 inside the receiving compartment 108 to move first at an angle of about five degrees below a plane parallel to the base, and then, when the lid is completely closed, the receiving compartment 108 and in capsule 110 rotate about ten degrees, from an angle of about five degrees below a plane parallel to the base for a first orientation where the receiving compartment and capsule are about five degrees above a plane parallel to the base 115 of the distributor 100. The rotation of the process aids to receive the compartment 108 and in the capsule 110 five degrees below the parallel plane to the base five degrees above the parallel plane to the base of the lid during the reduction in the rotation force supply to assist the device in opening the capsule. In FIG. 2A, latch 205 has moved towards the lower part of the frame for wrapping with fastener lock 205 A. The retractable shield 105 has not yet retracted to continue protecting the nozzle matrix 201, while cap 101 is still partially open.
[0047] FIG. 2B shows the dispenser 100 in a closed position and operating in an initial stage of the beverage mixing process. The cover 101 has been completely reduced in such a way that the bumper 130 is fully engaged with the rear housing 103, and the handle 102 is fully engaged with the base 115. The retractable shield 105 is fully retracted under the cover 101 to make room for the lid 101 to close as the retractable protector 105 is no longer needed to protect the nozzle matrix 201 or other components with the distributor 100 is closed. The nozzle matrix 201 is positioned for mixing.
[0048] As previously described, in the position shown in FIG. 2B, capsule 110 and receiving compartment 108 from are about 5 degrees above minus an angle of 5 degrees in relation to the plane parallel to the base, and distributor 100 has actuated the motor 220 or other mechanism to cause the hinged portion 110 to articulate- if and partially open the capsule 11. As shown in FIGS. 2A-2B, when the lid 101 is lowered, hinged portion 110 movements with respect to the ramp surface 208, falls on cam 210, and then rotates around hinge 104E as hinge movements 104C in alignment with hinge 104F. The anvil 109 is coupled with a portion of the receiving compartment 108, and the hinged portion 110 has been hinged upward through hinge 104E to the upper capsule 11 to break and peel back the lid, leaving an opening made at one end of the capsule. 11. In some embodiments, the hinge portion 110 may include a sharp beak appendage and a leading edge of the hinge portion 110. The appendix may help to stabilize and concentrate the cracking and flaking action as the hinge portion 110 pivots upward. Hinge 104C and Hinge 104F are coplanar in the cross section of FIG. 2B, when the dispenser 101 is in the closed position, to facilitate the rotation of the capsule 11 around the coplanar hinges 104C and 104F during mixing.
[0049] In an exemplary embodiment, the nozzle assembly 201 has three nozzles: a mixing nozzle 202, a finishing nozzle 203, and a carbonation nozzle 204. Ingestion of mixing nozzle 202 may be connected to a source of mixing fluid (not shown). The mixing fluid source can provide filtered water or another liquid that is at room temperature. Alternatively, the mixing fluid can be heated or cooled to an optimum temperature for the dissolution of any powder of mixing agents inside the capsule 11. In the closed position, the outlet of the mixing nozzle 202 is positioned to direct the fluid of mixing into the capsule 11 through the open end of the capsule 11, by means of a pre-wetting stream or a mixing stream, as described below.
[0050] The intake of the finishing nozzle 203 can be connected to a source of coating fluid (not shown). The finishing fluid source can provide filtered water or other liquid that has been cooled or heated to an optimum temperature to drink the cold or hot beverage of the user's choice, respectively. The same capsule 11 can be used, regardless of whether the drink is cold or hot. In the closed position, the finishing nozzle outlet 203 is positioned to direct the finishing fluid directly into a user's beverage container through the shield 107 by means of a finishing chain. In addition, the arrangement of The exit of the finishing nozzle 203 and the open end of the capsule 11 is configured to allow the finishing flow to pick up and combine with the mixed content that will flow out of the open end of the capsule 11. In some embodiments, the arrangement is further configured to create an aesthetically pleasing and acoustically laminar flow that further facilitates further mixing action within the beverage container as the combined flow of mixed contents and finishing flow enters the beverage container.
[0051] The carbonation intake of the nozzle 204 can be connected to a carbonation source (not shown). The carbonation source can provide sparkling water or other carbonation elements that are at room temperature or that have been cooled or heated to an ideal temperature for creating a carbonated drink. In the closed position, the outlet of the nozzle 204 is positioned carbonation to direct carbonated fluid directly into a user's beverage container through the shield 107 by means of a carbonation flow. In some embodiments, the arrangement of the outlet of the carbonation nozzle 203, the exit of the finishing nozzle 202, and the open end of the cap 11 is configured so that the carbonation flow cannot interfere with the locking behavior of the chain finish that is configured to capture the flow of mixed 202C content from the open end of the capsule 11.
[0052] FIG. 2B shows The outlet of the mixing nozzle 202 injecting a pre-wetting stream 202A into the open end of the capsule 11, as the capsule is in an inclined position. Some capsules may contain a powder mixing agent. The pre-wetting stream mixes with the dry powder in the capsule 11 to create a paste. In some embodiments, the pre-wetting stream may comprise about 0.5 fluid ounces of liquid. In some embodiments, the pre-wetting stream may be a short shot of a small amount of the fluid mix, such as about 0.5 oz fluid mix fluids. During the pre-wetting step, the capsule 1 1 can remain in a horizontal position, so that the contents of the capsule 1 1 cannot pour out when the capsule 11 is opened for the first time or when the pre-wetting stream is directed into the capsule 1 1. In this step, the finish 203 of the nozzle and the optional carbonation nozzle 204 can be disconnected in such a way that no finishing chain or carbonation flow is being directed into the beverage container during the pre-wetting step. In some embodiments, the beverage dispenser may pause for a period of time (for example, about two seconds) after interrupting the pre-wetting flow before proceeding to the next step, in order to allow pre- wetting the fluid mixture to form a slurry with any powder mixing agents in the capsule 11.
[0053] FIG. 2C represents a later stage of the mixing process during which the capsule drink 11 has been rotated to a more inclined position with respect to a first orientation. During the beverage mixing process, dispenser 100 causes the capsule 11 to rotate from a first orientation of approximately five degrees above a plane parallel to the base 15 (for example, about five degrees outside from a horizontal position) with respect to a second orientation approximately 90 degrees above the plane parallel to the base 15 (for example, approaching a vertical position). As shown in FIG. 2B, the capsule is in a first orientation of approximately five degrees above a plane parallel to the base, in its first orientation. The capsule reaches the first orientation when the lid is closed, in FIG. 2C, the capsule 11 has rotated slightly upwards from its first orientation to its second orientation, and the hinged part 110 has additionally hinged to increase the opening angle at the open end of the capsule 11.
[0054] As shown in FIG. 2C, The outlet of the mixing nozzle 202 directs a mixing stream 202B into the capsule 11 through the opening. The mixing flow can create a vortex inside the capsule 11 to mix the mixing stream with the sludge and further dissolve the mixing agents. In some embodiments, the mixing stream may comprise about 1.5 fl. oz. of liquid. The contents that have been mixed together can begin to flow backwards out of the open end of the capsule 1 1. The mixing stream is directed to the bottom of the bowl 12, inside the peripheral and flat edge of the capsule 1 1. Thus, the mixing nozzle 202 can be configured to leave a space for the contents that have been mixed to flow out along the rim of the capsule rim 11 at the opening, without interference from the mixing flow.
[0055] As shown in FIG. 2C, the output of the finishing tip 203 is driving a finishing current 203 A down towards the shield 107. In some embodiments, the volume of liquid in the finishing chain may depend on the volume of the beverage, and the finishing chain may supply the remaining liquid for the drink, in addition to the liquid in the pre-wetting flow and the mixing stream. For example, the finishing chain can comprise about 14.9 fl. oz. of liquid to 500 mL of a drink. As the contents have been mixed flowing out of the capsule 11, the mixed content may have some horizontal velocity, so that the contents have been mixed flow 202C into the 203 A. finishing stream. The mixed content stream may combine with the 203 A finishing stream to form a combined flow stream that can be a laminar flow 203B stream, which can be directed down through the shield 107 and into a beverage container (not shown).
[0056] FIG. 2C captures a snapshot in time during the beverage mixing process. While the mixing current 202B and the finishing current 203 A are in, the capsule 11 can be continuously rotated through the rotation mechanism of the dispenser 100, allowing the contents of the capsule 11 to pour out of the capsule, to a drink container. In some embodiments, the capsule 11 begins to rotate as soon as the lid is closed. In some embodiments, the mixing nozzle 202 may move when the capsule is rotating. After the capsule 11 begins to rotate, the 202B mixing current and the finishing current 203 A can be switched on. FIG. 3 represents an isometric view of the capsule 11 at the point in time shown in FIG. 2C. The mixing nozzle 202 directs a mixing stream 202A into the capsule 11 and creating a vortex to mix the contents. The device balances the speed of the mixing stream, the speed of rotation and other factors, which allow the contents of the capsule to pour out of the capsule 11 through the opening along an edge lower than the mixing stream 202A as the capsule 1 1 is rotated. FIG. 4 shows a top view along section lines 4-4 of FIG. 3, which describes the finishing flow 203 The capture and combining with the flow of mixed content 202C from the opening of the capsule 11.
[0057] FIG. 2D captures a subsequent snapshot in time during the drink mixing process when the capsule 11 has been rotated closer to its second orientation (for example, approximately vertical orientation), and the hinged part 110 has rotated further to almost fully magnify opening of the capsule 1 1. At this point, the mixing nozzle 202 may have turned off the mixing current. The total amount of fluid mixture injected into the 11 capsule through the mixing stream can be approximately 1.5 fluid ounces. The mixing liquid has been completely or almost completely dissolved or otherwise associated with the mixing agents and continues to flow out of the rim of the capsule 11 along the open end, and the flow of the mixed content continues to combine with the 203A finishing chain to form a 203B laminar flow. In the second orientation, the capsule 11 is oriented to drain as much of the mixed content as possible from the capsule 1 1. In some embodiments, if the user has selected a carbonated drink, the carbonation nozzle 204 can also be directing a flow of carbonation (not shown) down to shield 107.
[0058] In a snapshot in time (not shown) after the time shown in FIG. 2D, the capsule 11 will stop rotating, the mixed content will have concluded that it flows out of the open end of the capsule 11, and the finishing tip 203 will have turned off. At this point, the 203 finish nozzle may have released a sufficient amount of fluid finish to create an adequate dose of mixed drink (e.g., about 6 oz fluid, or 8 oz fluid, or more). The lid 101 can be opened again, and the empty or nearly empty capsule 11 can be removed, expelled, or otherwise discarded.
[0059] FIG. 5 details a flow chart illustrating an exemplary blend drink method 500 for dispensing a drink in accordance with the present disclosure. The mixing drink method 500 includes a step 510 of receiving a capsule 11 inside the dispenser 100. In step 520, the capsule 11 is opened by an opening mechanism of the dispenser 100. In step 530, a chain of Pre-wetting is directed into the capsule 11 to create a paste inside the capsule 11, which is in an approximately horizontal position. In step 540, the method can optionally pause for a period of time before proceeding to step 550.
[0060] In step 550, the capsule 1 1 can begin to rotate under the power of a motor or other rotation mechanism of the distributor 100. In step 560, while the capsule 1 1 is rotated to a substantially vertical orientation, from one mixing flow can begin to be directed into the capsule 1 1. In step 570, a finishing stream can begin to be directed towards a beverage container, and a carbonation stream can begin to be optionally directed towards the beverage container . In embodiments where a flow of carbonation is directed to the beverage container, the device may incorporate a carbonation finish on the flow time, to allow any rising foam head to calm down. In addition, the device may include an additional liquid finishing stream of liquid at higher pressure, to further assist, plus mixing in the beverage container.
[0061] In step 580, the mixing current can be interrupted. In step 590, the capsule 11 can reach its almost vertical orientation and stop rotating as mixed content continues to flow out and combine with the finishing stream to create a laminar flow that passes into the beverage container. In step 595, when the capsule 11 is empty or nearly empty, the content is mixed and does not flow out of the open capsule 11, the finishing stream can be interrupted, and the drink mixing method 500 ends.
[0062] Although there are many puncture mechanisms that prepare and deliver drinks, the La Vit cracking and peeling mechanism is believed to be a new way of preparing and delivering drinks. By exposing the interior of the capsule 11 to a jet of injected current mixing, the mechanism prevents any accumulation or agglutination of any powder of mixing agents in any part of the capsule 11, such as mixing waves easily out of the capsule 11, allowing complete and uniform mixing of the substance. When mixing occurs in capsule 11 and, when empty, it is not prone to mold or bacterial growth like other systems based on capsule 11, where capsule 11 is not emptied.
[0063] Commercial applications of the product mainly include the office and home, in addition to hospitals, institutions, schools, hotels, cruise boats and any environment where a point-of-use drink machine would be convenient and beneficial.

权利要求:
Claims (23)
[0001]
1. Dispenser (100) for mixing a drink, characterized by the fact that it comprises: a structure (10) that defines a space to accommodate a capsule (11) inside the structure; a receptacle movably connected to the structure with an opening mechanism for opening one end of the capsule and a rotation mechanism for rotating the capsule; and a first nozzle (202) in the frame configured to direct a mixing stream inside the open end of the capsule when the rotation mechanism is rotating the capsule.
[0002]
2. Dispenser according to claim 1, characterized in that the capsule contains a powder, and in which the first nozzle is additionally configured to direct a pre-wetting stream into the open end of the capsule before directing the stream of mixing inside the open end of the capsule, and optionally, where the first nozzle is additionally configured to pause for a period of time after directing the pre-wetting flow into the open end of the capsule before directing the mixing stream inside the open end of the capsule.
[0003]
3. Dispenser according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that it additionally comprises a second nozzle (203) in the structure configured to direct a finishing chain to a beverage container.
[0004]
4. Dispenser according to claim 3, characterized in that the second nozzle is additionally configured to direct the finishing flow into the beverage container for a period of time when the contents of the capsule flow out of the open end so that the finishing stream catches the content flowing out of the capsule to create a combined flow stream within the beverage container.
[0005]
5. Dispenser according to claim 2 or 3, characterized by the fact that the rotation mechanism is configured to rotate the capsule from a first orientation to a second orientation, in which the first orientation is adapted to prevent the contents flow out of the open end of the capsule.
[0006]
6. Dispenser according to claim 5, characterized in that the open end is configured to be above a center of gravity of the capsule in the first orientation, and in which the open end is configured to be below the center of gravity of the capsule in the second orientation.
[0007]
7. Dispenser according to claim 5, characterized by the fact that the first nozzle is additionally configured to direct the pre-wetting flow within the open end of the capsule while the capsule is in the first orientation.
[0008]
8. Dispenser according to claim 7, characterized in that the first nozzle is additionally configured to direct the mixing stream inside the open end of the capsule for at least part of a period of time, while the rotation mechanism rotates the capsule between the first orientation and the second orientation.
[0009]
9. Dispenser according to claim 5, characterized in that the second orientation is adapted to allow at least the majority of the contents of the capsule to spill from the open end of the capsule.
[0010]
10. Dispenser according to claim 9, characterized in that it allows at least most of the contents of the capsule to spill from the open end of the capsule further comprising transferring the contents of the capsule to a beverage container.
[0011]
11. Distributor according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized by the fact that the rotation mechanism is configured to be driven by an electric motor connected to the structure.
[0012]
12. Dispenser according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that a retractable shield is configured to protect the first nozzle when the structure is in an open position.
[0013]
13. Dispenser according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the mechanism for opening the container additionally comprises an articulated container, wherein a first portion of the articulated container is configured to rotate in the direction of a second part of the hinged container to open the capsule, and, optionally, wherein the first portion of the hinged container rotates towards the second portion of the hinged container for a period of time when a dispenser lid is moved from an open position to a closed position.
[0014]
14. Distributor according to any one of claims 1 to 13, characterized in that it additionally comprises: a digitizer in the distributor for digitizing information encoded in the capsule; and a processor in the dispenser to allow the dispenser to make the drink according to a set of instructions based on the information encoded in the capsule.
[0015]
15. Dispenser according to claim 3, characterized in that it additionally comprises a third nozzle (204) in the structure configured to direct a carbonated stream into the beverage container.
[0016]
16. Distributor according to any one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that the structure is adapted for integration with a refrigerator.
[0017]
17. Dispenser according to claim 4, characterized by the fact that the combined flow stream is adapted to additionally mix within the beverage container.
[0018]
18. Dispenser according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the container comprises an articulated container; and comprising at least one nozzle in the frame configured to provide at least one of a pre-wetting stream, a mixing stream, a finishing stream, and a carbonation stream, the at least one nozzle including a first nozzle; and a rotation mechanism is configured to rotate the open capsule from a first position, where the open capsule is filled with a beverage ingredient to a final position, where at least most of the beverage ingredient is removed from the open capsule.
[0019]
19. Dispenser according to claim 18, characterized in that the hinged container is additionally configured to open the capsule along a crease along one end of the capsule.
[0020]
20. Dispenser according to claim 19, characterized in that the hinged container is additionally configured to peel the end of the capsule along the cracked crease.
[0021]
21. Dispenser according to any one of claims 18 to 20, characterized in that the mixing stream is configured to dissolve at least a majority of the beverage ingredient inside the capsule.
[0022]
22. Dispenser according to claim 21, characterized in that the mixing stream is additionally configured to wash at least a majority of the beverage ingredient from the capsule.
[0023]
23. Dispenser according to claim 22, characterized in that the mechanism is configured to rotate the capsule from the first position to the final position, while the mixing stream empties at least a majority of the beverage ingredient to be dispensed. from the capsule to pour the contents of the capsule out of the capsule and into a beverage container.

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US13/941,948|2013-07-15|

US13/941,948|US9320382B2|2013-07-15|2013-07-15|Capsule based system for preparing and dispensing a beverage|

PCT/US2014/046450|WO2015009580A1|2013-07-15|2014-07-13|Capsule based system for preparing and dispensing a beverage|

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