Capsule packaging and beverage preparation system

Abstract

The application discloses a capsule package and beverage preparation system, wherein the capsule package comprises a shell, an end cover and a breather, the shell has a cavity for containing beverage particles, the shell has a first end and a second end, the cavity is arranged through the first end and the second end, the end cover is arranged on the side wall of the cavity and close to the first end, the breather is sealingly connected with the side wall and arranged close to the second end, the breather is provided with at least one breather part, and the cavity can be communicated with a pressure gas output device at the breather part. The technical scheme of the application is convenient to operate, convenient to carry and store, simple in structure, low in cost and clean and sanitary.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of beverage preparation technology, and in particular to a capsule packaging and beverage preparation system. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards continue to improve, more and more people recognize the concept of "freshness" and believe that freshly ground coffee tastes better than pre-packaged coffee powder. However, freshly ground coffee equipment uses large bags of coffee beans, typically weighing several hundred grams to several kilograms. Once the packaging is opened and not consumed immediately, the flavor of the coffee beans deteriorates rapidly. Existing capsule coffee typically involves sealing pre-ground coffee powder or espresso in capsule-shaped plastic containers. To drink it, a capsule coffee machine is used, which punctures small holes in the top and bottom of the capsule to allow hot water to pass through and extract the beverage, or the coffee powder or espresso can be poured out directly. However, this single-use sealing often cannot be reused, resulting in significant resource waste. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide a capsule packaging that is convenient to carry, store, cost-effective, and hygienic.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the capsule packaging proposed in this invention comprises:

[0005] A shell having a cavity for containing beverage particles, the shell having a first end and a second end, the cavity being disposed through the first end and the second end;

[0006] An end cap, slidably disposed on the side wall of the cavity and located near the first end; and,

[0007] A venting component is sealed to the side wall and disposed near the second end, and the venting component has at least one venting section;

[0008] The cavity is connected to a pressurized gas output device at the vent.

[0009] Optionally, the venting section includes a through hole provided in the venting member, and the through hole is provided with:

[0010] A one-way valve, configured to allow flow from the outside towards the cavity; or,

[0011] Sealing film.

[0012] Optionally, the capsule packaging further includes a movable connection structure, comprising a first connector and a second connector that can be movably connected to each other in directions toward and away from the first end;

[0013] The first connector is disposed on the end cap, and the second connector is disposed on the vent or the outer shell.

[0014] Optionally, the first connector includes a support post extending toward the second end, and a hook is provided near the second end;

[0015] The second connector includes a hollow post extending toward the first end, and a locking block that engages with the hook is provided near the first end;

[0016] The support column is movably connected to the hollow column, and when the support column moves closer to the first end, the hook and the block cooperate to limit the movement.

[0017] Optionally, the first end and the second end are positioned opposite each other;

[0018] The ventilation component includes a main body, which is sealed and fixedly connected to the side wall.

[0019] The ventilation section is located in the middle of the main body, and the hollow column is connected to the ventilation section;

[0020] The hollow column has an air outlet on its peripheral sidewall.

[0021] Optionally, multiple air outlets are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the hollow column and are located near the second end.

[0022] Optionally, the beverage particles include coffee beans, tea leaves, and / or solid beverages.

[0023] Optionally, the side of the end cap is connected to the sidewall via a seal.

[0024] The present invention also proposes a beverage preparation system, the beverage preparation system comprising a beverage preparation apparatus and a capsule packaging as described above, the beverage preparation apparatus comprising:

[0025] The shell has an installation port for installing the capsule packaging to receive the beverage particles from the capsule packaging.

[0026] A channel, communicating with the mounting port, for conveying the beverage particles entering through the mounting port; and,

[0027] A beverage preparation machine connected to the channel to receive the beverage particles conveyed via the channel.

[0028] Optionally, the beverage preparation machine includes a grinder and / or a mixing machine for processing the beverage particles.

[0029] The technical solution of this invention involves a slidable end cap mounted on the side wall of the cavity, close to the first end. The end cap slides in and out of the first end to open or close the capsule packaging. A venting component is sealed to the side wall and located close to the second end. The venting component has at least one venting section. This allows the user to open the capsule packaging simply by connecting the venting section to the pressure gas output device, injecting gas into the cavity to pressurize the cavity and cause the end cap to slide out of the first end, thus opening the capsule packaging. This method is convenient to operate, easy to carry and store, simple in structure, and low in cost. It does not damage the structure of the capsule packaging, maintaining its integrity and not affecting its reusability. Users can also repackage and use the capsules themselves, reducing costs and saving resources. By operating the pressure gas output device at the second end to open the packaging at the first end, the contamination caused by operating at the same location in the prior art is avoided, making the capsule packaging cleaner and more hygienic. Attached Figure Description

[0030] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a capsule packaging according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the opened capsule packaging.

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[0036] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0038] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of the present invention are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0039] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this invention is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this invention.

[0040] As people's living standards continue to improve, more and more people recognize the concept of "freshness" and believe that freshly ground coffee tastes better than pre-packaged coffee powder. However, freshly ground coffee equipment uses large bags of coffee beans, typically weighing several hundred grams to several kilograms. Once the packaging is opened and not consumed immediately, the flavor of the coffee beans deteriorates rapidly. Existing capsule coffee typically involves sealing pre-ground coffee powder or espresso in capsule-shaped plastic containers. To drink it, a capsule coffee machine is used, which punctures small holes in the top and bottom of the capsule to allow hot water to pass through and extract the beverage, or the coffee powder or espresso can be poured out directly. However, this single-use sealing often cannot be reused, resulting in significant resource waste.

[0041] In view of this, the present invention proposes a capsule packaging, Figures 1 to 2 This invention provides an embodiment of capsule packaging, which is convenient to operate, easy to carry and store, has a simple structure, low cost, and can be reused, thus saving resources. The capsule packaging will be described below with reference to the specific drawings.

[0042] Reference Figures 1 to 2 The capsule packaging 100 includes a shell 1, an end cap 2, and a venting element 3. The shell 1 has a cavity 11 for containing beverage particles 4. The shell 1 has a first end 12 and a second end 13. The cavity 11 is disposed through the first end 12 and the second end 13. The end cap 2 is slidably disposed on the side wall 111 of the cavity 11 and is disposed near the first end 12. The venting element 3 is sealed to the side wall 111 and is disposed near the second end 13. The venting element 3 has at least one venting part 31. The cavity 11 can communicate with a pressure gas output device at the venting part 31.

[0043] The technical solution of this invention involves the end cap 2 being slidably disposed on the side wall 111 and located near the first end 12. The end cap 2 slides in and out of the first end 12 to open or close the capsule packaging 100. The venting component 3 is sealed to the side wall 111 and located near the second end 13. The venting component 3 has at least one venting section 31. This allows the user to open the capsule packaging 100 by simply connecting the venting section 31 to the pressure gas output device, injecting gas into the cavity 11 to increase the air pressure inside the cavity 11, thereby closing the end cap 2. The capsule packaging 100 is opened by sliding out the first end 12, achieving the purpose of opening the packaging. It is convenient to operate, easy to carry and store, has a simple structure and low cost; and does not damage the structure of the capsule packaging 100, maintaining its integrity and not affecting the reusability of the capsule packaging 100. Users can also repackage and use it themselves, reducing costs and saving resources; the packaging is opened at the first end 12 by operating the pressure gas output device at the second end 13, avoiding the contamination caused by operating at the same place in the prior art, making the capsule packaging 100 cleaner and more hygienic.

[0044] In order to enable the cavity 11 to communicate with the pressure gas output device at the venting section 31, in one embodiment, the venting section 31 includes a through hole 311 provided at the venting member 3. A one-way valve is provided at the through hole 311. The one-way valve is configured to allow flow from the outside to the cavity 11, so that the pressure gas output device can inject gas from the venting section 31 into the cavity 11. The one-way valve also limits the flow direction of the gas to ensure the airtightness of the capsule packaging 100 and improve the storage effect.

[0045] Similarly, the specific details of the ventilation section 31 are not limited. In another embodiment, the ventilation section 31 includes a through hole 311 disposed on the ventilation component 3, and a sealing membrane 312 is provided at the through hole 311. When it is necessary to open the capsule packaging 100, the sealing membrane 312 is punctured with a puncture member to connect the pressurized gas output device. Further, the output end of the pressurized gas output device is provided with a puncture member, which can be integrally designed with the output end. In one embodiment, the output end is set as a pointed tip, which only needs to have a puncture function for convenient use. The sealing membrane 312 can enhance the airtightness of the ventilation component 3, and when the capsule packaging 100 is reused, only the sealing membrane 312 needs to be replaced, which is convenient to operate, simple in structure, and reduces production costs.

[0046] Please see Figure 1In this embodiment, the capsule packaging 100 further includes a movable connecting structure 5, comprising a first connector 51 and a second connector 52 that are movably connected to each other in directions approaching and away from the first end 12. The first connector 51 is disposed on the end cap 2, and the second connector 52 is disposed on the venting member 3 or the outer shell 1. The first connector 51 and the second connector 52, which are movably connected to each other, guide the sliding of the end cap 2 in directions approaching and away from the first end 12.

[0047] Further, the first connector 51 and the second connector 52 are not specifically limited. In this embodiment, the first connector 51 includes a support column 511 extending towards the second end 13, and a hook 512 is provided near the second end 13. The second connector 52 includes a hollow column 521 extending towards the first end 12, and a locking block 522 cooperating with the hook 512 is provided near the first end 12. The support column 511 and the hollow column 521 are movably sleeved together, and when the support column 511 moves near the first end 12, the hook 512 and the locking block 522 cooperate to limit the movement. Similarly, in other embodiments... In one embodiment, the first connector 51 may include the hollow column 521, and the second connector 52 may include the support column 511. The limiting structure is not limited to the hook 512 and the block 522. In one embodiment, the first connector 51 near the second end 13 and the second connector 52 near the first end 12 are respectively provided with magnetically attracted parts, and the first connector 51 and the second connector 52 are detachably connected through the two magnetic parts. The end cap 2 can be detachably installed to facilitate filling the beverage particles 4 and cleaning the capsule packaging 100. There are various types of detachable connections, and the specific ones are not limited.

[0048] When the end cap 2 slides out of the first end 12 to connect the cavity 11 with the outside, the end cap 2 is prevented from falling off due to the engagement of the hook 512 and the locking block 522. This avoids inconvenience caused by the end cap 2 falling off during use, facilitates recycling and reuse, and prevents contamination from contact with other items. Obviously, the hook 512 and the locking block 522 are not specifically limited. In this embodiment, the hook 512 and the locking block 522 abut against each other vertically for positioning. In other embodiments, the locking block 522 includes a protrusion that can engage with the hook 512, preventing the end cap 2 from falling off while simultaneously fixing the end cap 2 for easy loading and cleaning.

[0049] Please continue reading. Figure 1In this embodiment, the first end 12 and the second end 13 are arranged opposite to each other, and the direction of operation and the outlet direction of the capsule packaging 100 are defined by the opposite first end 12 and second end 13. The venting component 3 includes a main body 32, which is sealed and fixedly connected to the side wall 111. The venting part 31 is located in the middle of the main body 32, and the hollow column 521 is connected to the venting part 31, so that the capsule packaging 100 has a symmetrical structure, which is simple in structure and improves the structural strength. In order to ensure that the cavity 11 can communicate with the pressure gas output device at the venting part 31, the peripheral side wall of the hollow column 521 is provided with an outlet 521a.

[0050] Furthermore, in order to facilitate the entry of gas into the cavity 11 through the hollow column 521, multiple air outlets 521a are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the hollow column 521 and are located near the second end 13.

[0051] Obviously, the specific shape, number, location, and arrangement of the air outlet 521a are not limited. It can include circular air outlets or square air outlets. The air outlets 521a can also be arranged in multiple rows vertically along the circumference of the hollow column 521 to facilitate the entry of gas into the cavity 11.

[0052] In this embodiment, the beverage particles 4 include coffee beans. The specific type of beverage particles 4 is not limited. In other embodiments, the beverage particles 4 may also include tea leaves or solid beverages. It is worth mentioning that the capsule packaging 100 is applicable not only to the beverage particles 4 but also to liquids.

[0053] To enhance the sealing of the capsule packaging 100, the side of the end cap 2 is connected to the side wall 111 via a sealing element 21. The specific sealing element is not limited, but in this embodiment, the sealing element includes a sealing ring.

[0054] This invention also proposes a beverage preparation system, comprising a beverage preparation device and a capsule packaging 100. The beverage preparation device includes a housing, a channel, and a beverage preparation machine. The housing has an installation port for mounting the capsule packaging 100 to receive the beverage particles 4 from the capsule packaging 100. The channel communicates with the installation port to convey the beverage particles 4 entering through the installation port. The beverage preparation machine communicates with the channel to receive the beverage particles 4 conveyed through the channel. The specific structure of the capsule packaging 100 is as described in the above embodiments. Since this beverage preparation system adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it possesses at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments. Further details will not be elaborated here.

[0055] To facilitate opening the capsule packaging 100, the beverage preparation system may also include the pressure gas output device, which is convenient to use. The pressure gas output device can be connected to the beverage preparation device or can be set separately. There are also various connection settings, and the specific settings are not limited. In one embodiment, it includes a detachable connection, which is convenient for cleaning, use and disassembly.

[0056] It should be noted that the specific structure of the beverage preparation system is not limited in this invention.

[0057] Furthermore, in order to meet the multi-functional use of the beverage preparation system, in one embodiment, the beverage preparation machine includes a grinder; in another embodiment, it includes a mixing machine. Obviously, one of them can be present, or they can be present simultaneously, depending on the user's needs.

[0058] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structural transformations made using the contents of the present invention's specification and drawings under the inventive concept of the present invention, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A capsule packaging, characterized in that, include: The outer shell has a cavity for containing beverage particles, the outer shell has a first end and a second end, the first end and the second end are disposed opposite to each other, and the cavity is disposed through the first end and the second end; An end cap, slidably disposed on the side wall of the cavity and located near the first end; and, A ventilator is sealed to the side wall and disposed near the second end. The ventilator has at least one venting section, which includes a through hole in the ventilator. A one-way valve is provided at the through hole, and the one-way valve is configured to allow flow from the outside to the cavity; or a sealing membrane is provided at the through hole. The movable connection structure includes a first connector and a second connector that can be movably connected to each other in directions near and away from the first end; the first connector is disposed on the end cap, and the second connector is disposed on the vent or the outer shell; the first connector includes a support column extending toward the second end, and a hook is provided near the second end; the second connector includes a hollow column extending toward the first end, and a locking block that engages with the hook is provided near the first end; the support column and the hollow column are movably sleeved together, and when the support column moves toward the first end, the hook engages with the locking block to limit its movement; The ventilation component includes a main body that is sealed and fixedly connected to the side wall; the ventilation section is located in the middle of the main body, and the hollow column is connected to the ventilation section; the peripheral side wall of the hollow column is provided with an air outlet, and the cavity can be connected to a pressure gas output device at the ventilation section.

2. The capsule packaging as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The air outlets are arranged in multiple intervals along the circumference of the hollow column and are located near the second end.

3. The capsule packaging as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The beverage particles include coffee beans, tea leaves, and / or solid beverages.

4. The capsule packaging as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The side of the end cap is connected to the side wall via a seal.

5. A beverage preparation system, characterized in that, The beverage preparation apparatus includes a beverage preparation device and a capsule packaging as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the beverage preparation device comprises: The shell has an installation port for installing the capsule packaging to receive the beverage particles from the capsule packaging. A channel, communicating with the mounting port, for conveying the beverage particles entering through the mounting port; and, A beverage preparation machine connected to the channel to receive the beverage particles conveyed via the channel.

6. The beverage preparation system as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The beverage preparation machine includes a grinder and / or a mixing machine for processing the beverage particles.

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