Apparatus for foaming a beverage
US11058250B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 6, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 13, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J43/125
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Various automated and semi-automated beverage preparation systems and methods are shown. The beverage preparation system can include a container assembly configured to receive beverage, such as a milk. The container assembly can be configured to receive a flow of steam, air, or additional gasses and vapors to heat and/or aerate the beverage residing therein. The container assembly can include a temperature sensor configured to monitor the rate of heating, and automatically adjust the heating and aeration parameters accordingly.
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