Capsule processing unit of beverage preparation machine
US10034573B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 7, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 7, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J31/3623
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Capsule processing units of a beverage preparation machine are disclosed, as well as beverage preparation machines containing same. Also disclosed are methods of processing a capsule with the capsule processing unit. The capsule processing unit includes a code reading system, a capsule transfer mechanism, and an actuator unit.
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