Power-assisted sweet corn kernel remover
US11839180B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 2023 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01F11/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
There is disclosed a power-assisted corn kernel remover comprising a rigid frame supporting an annular corn kernel cutter. A powered mechanism mounted above the cutter activates a piston downward to push shucked ears of fresh corn onto the cutter. The cutter is sized and has a sharp cutting edge that severs the corn kernels from the cob as the ear descends. The cob is pushed downward through a passage to a disposal bin, while the kernels are captured by a basket surrounding the cutter. The cutter is formed of spring steel and is loosely held within the frame to allow for some expansion due to different sizes of corncobs. The powered mechanism may be a pneumatic piston and cylinder assembly supplied with compressed air and having a control mechanism that permits partial activation.
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