Preventing coffee bean grinder jamming
US12369741B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 1, 2024 |
| Grant date | Jul 29, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 1, 2044 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J42/08
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Various illustrative systems, devices, and methods for espresso machines are provided. In general, an espresso machine is configured to brew and dispense espresso. In an exemplary implementation, the espresso machine includes a grinder configured to grind coffee beans. The grinder is configured to be adjustable to allow for adjustment of coffee bean grind size, which may help that ensure that a particular beverage brewed and dispensed by the espresso machine is prepared using an optimal grind size. The espresso machine is configured to prevent jamming of the grinder automatically in response to grind size adjustment.
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