Brewed beverage maker
US7997187B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 6, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J31/58
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A beverage maker including a housing, a roll top lid, a brew chamber, a removable fresh water reservoir, and a reversible, storable stand is provided. The roll top lid rotates selectively permit access to the brew chamber, which is enclosed by the housing. In the open position, the roll top lid is substantially concealed within the housing. The fresh water reservoir is located beneath the brew chamber, and the reservoir includes an optional, selectively removable lid with an integrated water level gauge. The stand is stored within the housing beneath the fresh water reservoir. The stand supports a brewed beverage receptacle on a step. In use, the beverage maker dispenses coffee to a brewed beverage receptacle, such as a travel mug, coffee cup or the like.
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