Modular robotic food preparation system and related methods
US11577401B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 6, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J21/00
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A modular robotic kitchen system is conveniently adaptable to perform a wide range of cooking applications. The modular robotic kitchen system can include a plurality of discrete modular units organized in a small footprint such that multiple types of cooking applications can be performed without a need to replace the modular units. Exemplary modular units include an ingredient module, robotic arm module, assembly and packaging module, and warming module. Optionally a transport unit or sled moves the modules into position. The modular kitchen system includes a central processor operable to carry out different cooking applications upon downloading software corresponding to the specific cooking application and without retooling the existing modules. Related methods are also described.
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