FOB system for intelligent flow detection and dispense control
US11472694B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D2001/1488
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method detection of an empty keg is provided. Carbonated beverages from a keg communicates a carbonated alcoholic beverage to a liquid beverage sensor in fluid communication with the bulk keg. The liquid beverage sensor includes at least one phase detection sensor capable of identifying a foam or gas-liquid interface (Float on Beer Detector), at least one pressure sensor, at least one flow sensor, or at least one temperature sensor. A controller in operative communication with the TCB communicates with the control valve, the actuation button and in communication with the sensors. Upon detection of a low float level for the FOB detector, or low system pressure, or high system temperature, an alarm and/or override of the control of the tap is accomplished.
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