Adjustable beverage discharge disposition, beverage preparation machine with said beverage discharge disposition and process of operation of said machine
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing beverage preparation machines face challenges in providing a simple, compact, and ergonomic milk frothing system with easy assembly, disassembly, and cleaning, as well as effective milk flux regulation for preparing both espresso-like coffee and milk-based beverages.
Innovation Solution
A beverage discharge disposition with a removable milk circulation system that integrates air flow regulation via an air valve, allowing for ergonomic actuation and easy cleaning, featuring a compact design with separate components for milk and vapor supply, and ambient air integration for frothing, enabling user-friendly operation and maintenance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the milk circulation system is integrated into the beverage preparation machine, then the frothing function is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The milk circulation system is designed as a separate, removable module that can be detached from the beverage preparation machine. This segmentation allows the frothing function to be added without permanently integrating complex components, enabling easy cleaning and maintenance while maintaining versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The milk circulation system is designed to work with both espresso-like coffee and milk-based beverages, providing universal functionality. The same apparatus handles different beverage types by adjusting operational parameters rather than requiring separate dedicated systems.
2Ease of operation
If the milk circulation system is made removable for easy cleaning, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability of connection may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into removable and fixed parts, with the milk circulation system designed as a detachable module. This allows complete separation for cleaning while maintaining secure connection during operation through properly designed attachment interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of making the entire system removable, only the milk circulation components that require frequent cleaning are made detachable. The connection interfaces are designed to be secure during use but easily released for maintenance, inverting the typical design approach.
3Volume of moving object
If the apparatus is designed for compact construction, then the volume is reduced, but the ease of assembly and disassembly may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The compact apparatus is segmented into modular components that can be easily assembled and disassembled. The milk circulation system, air valve disposition, and other components are designed as separate modules that fit together in a compact configuration but can be independently removed for cleaning or maintenance.
Solution Approach 2:
Components are arranged in a nested configuration where smaller elements fit within larger structures, maximizing space utilization. The removable milk circulation system can be stored within the apparatus when not in use, maintaining compact form while enabling easy access for cleaning.
4Device complexity
If the air valve disposition is integrated inside the milk circulation system, then the device complexity is reduced, but the ease of operation for air flow regulation may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The air valve disposition is integrated within the removable milk circulation system module. This segmentation allows the air regulation mechanism to be accessed and adjusted by simply removing the milk circulation system, maintaining operational ease without requiring separate external controls.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated air valve disposition serves multiple functions: regulating air flow for frothing, controlling milk circulation, and enabling easy cleaning of all air-contact components together. This multi-functionality reduces overall device complexity while maintaining operational versatility.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a more ergonomic and efficient milk frothing system with improved user interaction and cleaning capabilities, ensuring better handling and preparation of both coffee and milk-based beverages with enhanced ergonomic design and compact construction.
Implementation Method 1
air valve disposition arranged inside said milk circulation disposition and which provides air flow admission regulation
Implementation Method 2
a vapour supply, generated by means upstream inside of the machine
Implementation Method 3
a suction conduit of milk operating by Venturi effect
Implementation Method 4
a suction conduit of air by Venturi effect
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AI summary
The present invention discloses a beverage discharge disposition comprising a discharge casing (1) configured so that can be provided in the front region of a beverage preparation machine (20), including the option of supplying milk and frothed milk, whereby said discharge casing (1) presents a milk circulation disposition (2) adapted so as to provide an ergonomic use of a beverage preparation machine, in particular with milk flux regulation means (3) of more ergonomic use. The present invention further discloses a beverage preparation machine (20) and a process for operating said machine (20), in particular of a respective ergonomic beverage discharge disposition, according to the present invention.