Blender with feature for dispensing product by weight
US8616249B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 31, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23G9/22
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed herein is an apparatus for preparing frozen drinks. In one example, the apparatus includes a platform configured to support a blender cup. The platform is reversibly translatable between a first position beneath an ice shaver and a second position beneath a flavoring dispenser. A weight sensor is mechanically coupled to the platform. The weight sensor is configured to produce an output signal indicative of a weight of an object present on the platform. The apparatus further includes a safety circuit configured receive a sensor input and to facilitate safe operation of the apparatus responsive to the sensor input being indicative of a safe condition of the apparatus.
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