Abstract: A filter assembly includes a manifold and a filter cartridge removably mounted to the manifold. The filter cartridge includes a first cartridge component and a second cartridge component joined to the first cartridge component at a failure interface such that the second cartridge component moves relative to the first cartridge component when the filter cartridge fails.

Abstract: A filter cartridge includes a filter medium disposed within an interior volume of a casing. A leak director is positioned on the casing above an RFID tag. The leak director has a trough that extends about a sidewall of the casing. The trough of the leak director has an outlet positioned for directing liquid in the trough to the RFID tag.

Abstract: A filter cartridge includes a casing that is mountable to a filter manifold. A leak collector is mounted to the casing at a bottom portion of the casing. The leak collector has a trough that extends about a sidewall of the casing. The trough of the leak collector is sized and positioned for receiving liquid flowing down the sidewall of the casing at the bottom portion of the casing.

Abstract: A water filter assembly for a beverage dispenser having a reservoir is provided. The water filter assembly includes a filter medium extending along an axial direction and a housing enclosing the filter medium also extending along the axial direction. The housing includes a channel having an inlet proximate to a second end of housing for receipt of unfiltered water from the reservoir and extending to a position proximate a first end of housing. The channel is configured to provide unfiltered water to a location proximate the first end of housing such that an entire surface area of filter medium is utilized in filtering the water in reservoir to minimize a pressure drop across the water filter assembly during operation.

Abstract: A water filter assembly for a beverage dispenser having a reservoir is provided. The water filter assembly includes a filter medium extending along an axial direction and a housing enclosing the filter medium also extending along the axial direction. The housing includes a channel having an inlet proximate to a second end of housing for receipt of unfiltered water from the reservoir and extending to a position proximate a first end of housing. The channel is configured to provide unfiltered water to a location proximate the first end of housing such that an entire surface area of filter medium is utilized in filtering the water in reservoir to minimize a pressure drop across the water filter assembly during operation.

Abstract: The present subject matter provides a system and a method for detecting liquid water. The method includes establishing signal communication between an RFID tag and an RFID reader, monitoring the signal communication between the RFID tag and the RFID reader and determining that liquid water is disposed between the RFID tag and the RFID reader or on the RFID tag if the signal communication between the RFID tag and the RFID reader is disrupted, interrupted or terminated.

Abstract: A method for treating foam is provided. The method includes providing a foam blank having a thickness, disposing an electrolyte within the foam blank, compressing the foam blank such that the thickness of the foam blank is reduced and drying the foam blank. The method may assist with providing thin electrolyte doped foam.

Abstract: A system for detecting a liquid, such as liquid water, is provided. The system includes an RFID tag spaced apart from a liquid collection location. The system also includes features for wicking or otherwise transferring liquid from the liquid collection location to the RFID tag. A water filter assembly with features for detecting water leaks is also provided.

Abstract: A system for detecting a liquid, such as liquid water, is provided. The system includes an RFID tag and an absorbent material positioned over the RFID tag. The system also includes features for hindering or preventing compression of the absorbent material and/or for spacing the RFID tag from the absorbent material. A water filter assembly with features for detecting water leaks is also provided.

Abstract: A water filter assembly is provided. The water filter assembly includes a filter cartridge removably mounted to a manifold. An RFID tag is positioned at an outer surface of the filter cartridge. The water filter assembly also includes a liquid collector positioned below the filter cartridge. The liquid collector is positioned for receiving liquid leaking from the water filter assembly. A system for detecting liquid is also provided.

Abstract: Water filter cartridges, water filter assemblies, and refrigerator appliances are provided. A water filter cartridge includes a cap, the cap defining a generally central aperture, and a canister connected to the cap. The water filter cartridge further includes a filter media disposed within the canister and cap, and a flange connected to the filter media. The flange includes a neck and a collar, the neck extending from the collar generally along an axial direction, the collar extending from the neck generally along a radial direction. The flange further includes a ramp extending generally along the axial direction from the collar, at least a portion of the ramp extending through the aperture of the cap.

Abstract: The present subject matter provides a system and a method for detecting liquid water. The method includes establishing signal communication between an RFID tag and an RFID reader, monitoring the signal communication between the RFID tag and the RFID reader and determining that liquid water is disposed between the RFID tag and the RFID reader or on the RFID tag if the signal communication between the RFID tag and the RFID reader is disrupted, interrupted or terminated.

Abstract: Audible features are provided for a fluid filter assembly and a filter cartridge for use with a fluid filter assembly. The audible features generate sound when the filter cartridge is installed in the filter system so as to provide a signal indicating proper installation. Sound can also be created when the filter cartridge is removed. The filter system can also be provided with features for reducing clogging of the fluid path leading to the filter element.