Beverage Dispensing Nozzle Module for Compact Multi-Flavor Delivery
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional beverage dispensing systems are limited in their ability to offer multiple beverage flavors without increasing footprint or requiring additional counter space, and they often require complex assembly and maintenance.
Innovation Solution
The system incorporates a nozzle module with a housing that attaches to the beverage dispenser, featuring a nozzle positioned above a waste receptacle area, allowing for the dispensing of premeasured amounts of fluid based on user inputs and enabling the delivery of both branded beverages and additive ingredients without increasing the dispenser's footprint.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple beverage dispensing valves are added to offer more flavors, then beverage variety is improved, but device footprint and counter space increase
Solution Approach 1:
The nozzle module is nested within or attached to the existing dispenser housing, with the module housing containing the nozzle and fluid delivery components in a compact arrangement that utilizes vertical and horizontal space efficiently without expanding the overall counter footprint
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple beverage dispensing valves are added to offer more flavors, then beverage variety is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system is segmented into a main dispenser unit and a separate, self-contained nozzle module that can be independently installed, removed, and maintained. The module includes integrated components (nozzle, fluid delivery system, positioning features) that function as a unified assembly, simplifying both assembly and maintenance procedures
Solution Approach 2:
The nozzle module is designed with universal attachment features that allow it to be installed on existing dispensers without requiring complex modifications. The module can deliver different beverages through the same basic structure, providing multi-functionality through fluid source selection rather than structural complexity
3Volume of moving object
If nozzle is positioned closer to the dispenser housing, then compactness is improved, but fluid delivery control and precision are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The nozzle position within the module is optimized to provide appropriate spacing from the housing while maintaining compact overall dimensions. The module housing acts as a positioning structure that ensures precise fluid delivery through controlled geometry rather than requiring the nozzle to be extremely close to the housing surface
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AI summary
A beverage dispensing system is provided. The beverage dispensing system can include a nozzle module connected to a beverage dispenser housing. The nozzle module can be vertically and/or horizontally spaced from a beverage dispenser valve and nozzle.