Puncture mechanism for beverage machine
US11350784B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 22, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J31/0673
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Described herein includes a puncture mechanism for a beverage appliance or machine that can be configured to puncture a pod containing a beverage medium (e.g., a flavoring agent). The puncture mechanism can be configured to induce lateral movement of one or more engagement members to securely hold a beverage pod. The puncture mechanism can be configured to induce relative axial movement between an anvil and the secured beverage pod to puncture a seal of the beverage pod.
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