User-controlled volume regulation mechanism for automatic consumable dispensers
US10526185B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 29, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 22, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D2210/00102
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automated consumable dispenser with a precision method for delivering consumable ingredients in specific proportions to a container up to a specified volume. This method involves the use of a system of sensors and a micro-microprocessor, which detects, digitizes and develops a three dimensional rendering of the container, calculates the container volume and dispenses specific amounts of consumable ingredients. A user is able to pick the level in the vessel to which the consumable ingredients should be dispensed and displays the selected desired level. The embodiments described include an automated dispenser capable of dispensing beverages and food items, either separately or together.
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