Beverage dispensing device having audio and video feedback
US8899280B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 9, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 2, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 29, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D1/0888
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for dispensing beverages are provided. Aspects relate to providing audio and/or visual feedback to users during the dispensing of a selected beverage. Audio and video files are stored electronically within the dispenser. In response to the selection of a beverage, audio and video files corresponding to the beverage are selected and presented to a user during the dispensing of the beverage. The sound file may correspond to the type of beverage being dispensed and the video may show a fill state of a beverage container.
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