Steaming pitcher methods and devices
US9629496B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J43/0727
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A steaming pitcher comprising a flow receiving surface adapted to receive an incoming flow of steam at a substantially oblique angle provides enhanced control of fluid flow inside the steaming pitcher to enhance mixing and heating of the fluid by the incoming steam. The steaming pitcher may also comprise flow directing and launching surfaces to assist in control of fluid flow patterns. A flow control kit with a flow receiving surface may be installed in an existing flat-bottom steaming pitcher to provide aspects of fluid flow control. The flow receiving, flow directing and launching surfaces of the steaming pitcher may be substantially smooth, faceted, or a combination thereof.
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