Method and apparatus for processing crustacean body parts and processed crustacean body parts
US10292400B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 9, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA22C29/025
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for processing a crustacean body part is disclosed. The apparatus includes a conveyor, a first blade, and a first fluidic device. The conveyor has a downstream direction and a first region for supporting a crustacean body part. The first fluidic device is drivingly coupled to the first blade, and actuation of the first fluidic device moves the first blade into the first region. Methods of processing a crustacean body part, methods and apparatus for cracking a crustacean shell, controllers for directing processing of a crustacean body part, and pre-cut seafood items are also disclosed.
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