Abstract: A slide rail mechanism includes a rail, a first supporting member, and a second supporting member. Each of the first supporting member and the second supporting member can be displaced with respect to the rail. A first bracket is disposed at the first supporting member, and a second bracket is disposed at the second supporting member. The first bracket and the second bracket enable the rail to adapt to different pairs of posts of different post spacings.

Abstract: A drawer slide having first and second rails interconnected by a center rail. The center rail includes a spool configured to provide half-speed travel of the center rail relative to the travel of the first rail. The drawer slide is configured for use with a drawer assembly having a drawer and a chassis. The drawer assembly further includes a radius limiter secured to the center rail. The radius limiter travels at half-speed relative to the drawer. The radius limiter also automatically rotates relative to the travel of the drawer. The chassis includes sides including threaded backing plates, and mounting brackets. The mounting brackets include tri-lobed holes for receipt of a reciprocally shaped washer and a fastener for mounting the brackets to the chassis sides.

Abstract: The invention relates to a drawer having a bottom panel, two side walls, a back wall, and a facing. The facing can be connected, via two fitting elements located on the back, to fitting elements that are built into the face end of the side walls. The side walls are secured on drawer slides. The side walls can be made longer via the fitting elements for side wall parts that receive the fitting elements on the back of the facing and are flush with the bottom panel. The fitting elements for the fitting elements of the facing are accessible in the side wall parts via recesses in the side wall parts. The recesses in the side wall parts are coverable via slip-on coverings.

Abstract: Adjustable concealed hanging device for furniture with an anti-tipping safety feature, of the type used for mounting kitchen furniture and the like, having a hanging hook that hooks onto a support plate screwed to the wall; and, together with the hanging hook, there is a V-shaped resilient shim with a broad upper edge, which upper edge, at the time of mounting, is located opposite the underside of the bend in the support plate.

Abstract: A resistance-welding type storage rack layer plate having a first taper sleeve (1), a second taper sleeve (2), a third taper sleeve (3), a fourth taper sleeve (4), a first frame assembly (5), a second frame assembly (6), a third frame assembly (7) and a fourth frame assembly (8); a fitting and welding part (11) is respectively arranged on the two ends of a first metal connecting rod (9) and a second metal connecting rod (10) of each frame assembly, the fitting and welding part (11) is bended inwards, and the inner side surface of the fitting and welding part (11) fits with and is connected with the outer walls of the first taper sleeve (1), the second taper sleeve (2), the third taper sleeve (3) and the fourth taper sleeve (4). The fitting and welding part (11) also may be designed to be bended outwards.

Abstract: A netting assembly for use in a fulfillment centers, warehouses and distribution centers includes a web of netting material, an attachment device at a top portion of the netting material for engaging a first rigid surface of the fulfillment center, and an anchoring device at a bottom portion of the netting material for engaging a second rigid surface of the fulfillment center.

Abstract: Disclosed is a furniture connecting and fixing device which allows pieces of furniture or partitions to be connected or separated without using an additional tool and which makes pieces of furniture to be firmly connected even upon an external force. The furniture connecting and fixing device includes: a female body having a female magnetic plate fixed and embedded therein; a male magnetic plate magnetically attached to the female magnetic plate; a male body having the male magnetic plate embedded therein in a manner such that a part of the male magnetic plate is able to enter and exit from the male body; and a magnetic space which is formed inside the female body and into which a part of the male magnetic plate protruding from the male body due to a magnetic force is inserted to be magnetically attached to the female magnetic plate.

Abstract: A joining device, particularly for joining a shelf to a wall of a piece of furniture, includes a cylindrical body that can be associated in a first hole adapted to be provided transversely in the shelf and provided with a first axial seat for the rotatable coupling of the first stem of a screw provided with a first crown-shaped head that can be arranged rotatably within a second seat that is adjacent to the first seat. The cylindrical body is provided with a third seat, which is perpendicular and connected to the second seat, for the temporary coupling of a pinion, which interacts with the first crown-shaped head, which protrudes externally to the cylindrical body and is accommodated within a second hole.

Abstract: A slide rail mechanism includes a rail member, a first supporting frame, a second supporting frame, a bracket and a reinforcing member. The first supporting frame is movable relative to the rail member. The second supporting frame is movable relative to the first supporting member. The bracket and the second supporting frame are movable relative to each other. The reinforcing member is configured to be detachably engaged with the first supporting frame. Wherein, the rail member includes a first engaging structure, and the reinforcing member includes a second engaging structure. The reinforcing member is configured to be engaged with the first engaging structure through the second engaging structure.

Abstract: In accordance with various embodiments of the invention, a support assembly or apparatus is disclosed that strengthens the planar load support of planar surfaces supported at the ends.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a panel for a home appliance which may provide aesthetics and a home appliance including the same. The panel for a home appliance is provided to form an exterior of the home appliance, and the panel for a home appliance may include a base material layer, a patterer layer formed on the base material layer, a color layer disposed on the pattern layer to develop a color, a coupling layer applied on the pattern layer to couple the base material layer and the color layer, and a protective layer disposed on the color layer such that contaminations easily removed therefrom.

Abstract: An apparatus that supports a tattoo artist in a variety of positions to comfortably apply one or more tattoos to skin of a subject is herein disclosed. The apparatus can be reconfigured to optimally position and support the arms and/or chest of the tattoo artist. A method for using a tattoo stool can involve rotating armrests of the apparatus from a stowed position to a deployed position. The armrests can support the user's forearms while supporting the user's chest such that the user can comfortably tattoo a portion of the subject positioned in front of the stool.

Abstract: An assembled chair includes a chair seat, a chair back, two connectors, two fixing sleeves and two protection cases. The two connectors respectively have two connection portions. The two fixing sleeves are respectively arranged at two opposite sides of the chair back. The two protection cases are respectively fixed at two opposite sides of the chair seat, and the two connectors are respectively arranged in the two protection cases, and the two connection portions emerges from the two protection cases, and the two fixing sleeves respectively sleeve the two connection portions, and at least two fixing members are respectively fixed to the two connection portions, so as to fix the chair back to the chair seat.

Abstract: A portable surface for lounging or sleeping with an elevated leg rest and backrest, and a seat that rests on the ground or other supporting surface such as a car seat, truck bed or bleacher. The various parts of the chair can be folded up and nest inside of each other in a compact bundle that may fit in a backpack or a map pocket for easy portability. When folded up, a strap can be tightened around the apparatus preventing the innards from unfolding, creating a smaller profile.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for a sofa seat cushion comprising a cushion core including a multiplicity of pocketed springs enclosed within an upholstery foam envelope. The pocketed springs are positioned side by side in a spring layer arrangement and are independently operable. A memory foam layer positioned above the upholstery foam envelope comprises a material capable of molding to a person's body sitting on the sofa seat cushion and then quickly returning to an original shape once the person leaves the sofa seat cushion. The memory foam layer comprises a gel-infused visco-elastic memory foam with a polyethylene terephthalate layer positioned there above. Directly below the upholstery foam envelope is an upholstery-grade polyurethane foam layer with a polyethylene terephthalate layer positioned directly thereunder. An exterior upholstery surrounding the cushion core provides a plush seating surface.

Abstract: A device to be worn on a user's head is provided for promoting back sleeping. The device includes first and second stabilizers that have a head engaging surface and a bulge portion that extends outwardly from the head engaging surface, such as in the shape of a triangular prism. The first and second stabilizers are supported by a connecting member, such as a band that is worn around the user's head. When in use, the user is able to lie on his or her back on a sleep surface, such that the first and second stabilizers are positioned on opposite sides of the user's head. In this way, lateral movement of the user's head is limited to encourage back sleeping and avoid or minimize the pressure that may otherwise be applied to certain areas of the face, such that the occurrence of sleep wrinkles can be reduced.

Abstract: A convertible stand for concealing an inflatable mattress that converts into a headboard when the inflatable mattress is inflated. The convertible stand has a compartment. A pliable material is connected to the inflatable mattress. A portion of the pliable material extends beyond an end of the inflatable mattress and is connected to an inner wall surface of the compartment. A barrier is connected to the convertible stand. When the barrier is oriented in an upper position the compartment is open and the inflatable mattress can be inflated. When the barrier is oriented in a lower position the compartment is closed and both the deflated inflatable mattress and pliable material are retained within the compartment of the convertible stand.

Abstract: Electric motor driven adjustable mattress has a shared casing accommodating a flat cushion element of a cushion structure and an electric motor driven adjustable support apparatus for supporting cushion element. Support apparatus has two support parts adjustable relative to one another, and on their sides facing cushion element are provided with spring elements elastically resiliently supporting cushion element. For adjusting the support parts, an electric motor driven drive apparatus is in shared casing. In each case two support parts of support apparatus adjustable relative to one another are connected via a pivot axis. Support apparatus has two bending and folding axes spaced apart from along longitudinal direction of support apparatus and situated so that for folding mattress, support parts together with cushion element on it may be folded together; in folded state extension of the mattress in its longitudinal direction is smaller than in the unfolded state.

Abstract: An adjustable bed foundation includes an adjustable frame and at least one height adjuster configured to raise and lower a portion of the adjustable frame. The adjustable frame defines a support surface, a bottom surface opposite the support surface, and a plurality of lateral side surfaces intersecting each of the support surface and the bottom surface. A fabric at least partially covers the plurality of lateral side surfaces and is secured to a material covering the support surface. A massage device is disposed within the adjustable frame and configured to impart vibration to a mattress disposed on the adjustable frame. The massage device is secured to the adjustable frame by a flexible fastener, and a gap between the flexible fastener and the support surface is between about 2 mm and about 10 mm. Related methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A pocketed spring, such as that used in a mattress, comprises: a compression spring having an upper end convolution and a lower end convolution opposite the upper end convolution, and a plurality of helical intermediate convolutions between the upper end convolution and the lower end convolution; a flexible enclosure including a top wall positioned adjacent to the upper end convolution of the compression spring, a bottom wall positioned adjacent to the lower end convolution of the compression spring, and a side wall that extends from the top wall to the bottom wall; and a tension member connected to the flexible enclosure. The tension member acts in opposition to the compression spring until the pocketed spring is compressed to a point at winch the tension member no longer applies any force. Thus, the pocketed spring exhibits a non-linear response when compressed.

Abstract: A person support for supporting a person includes a first layer and a resilient second layer. The first layer has a surface topography with a first region with a curvature configured to correspond and generally conform, in an unloaded state, to the shape of a first portion of a person's body. The surface topography has a second region configured to correspond and generally conform, in an unloaded state, to the shape of a second portion of a person's body. The resilient second layer overlays the first layer and forms a person support surface.

Abstract: A modular sleep apparatus that enables customization of a conventional mattress. The modular sleep apparatus includes a customizable mattress pad casing having pockets into which various inserts may be placed. The more the number of pockets, the greater customization the mattress pad allows. The inserts themselves can be of varying thickness, firmness, and material. In some embodiments, the inserts may also be placed directly over a conventional mattress and held in place with a fitted sheet. In other embodiments, the inserts are placed directly into pockets or envelopes in the top layer of a mattress. In other embodiments, the mattress pad casing is pre-assembled with inserts.

Abstract: A travel changer system includes a baby changing surface while on-the-go. The travel changer system includes a folding frame including a pair of support cross beams having a first end and a second end, a first-changing surface support beam, and a second-changing surface support beam, a changing surface, and safety belt having a fastener. The folding frame may be formed of foldable lightweight material allowing the device to be folded and stored easily to increase portability while on-the-go. The changing surface is comprised of a canvas or otherwise suitable cloth to allow for reduced weight and easy cleaning. When unfolded into its upright position the changing surface is approximately thigh-height and offers safety and cleanliness.

Abstract: A portable, foldable, baby-changing table unit is provided attachable to a baby stroller for support thereby. The baby-changing table unit includes connectors for connecting the baby-changing table unit to the stroller's baby-car seat connectors. The baby-changing table unit connectors comprise foldable, transversely adjustable connection legs adapted to mate with the female receptacle connecters on the stroller normally used to releasably connect to a baby car-seat. A flexible changing pad is adapted to be attached to the portable, baby-changing table unit. The flexible changing pad includes a diaper receiver and a handy-wipe receiver. The flexible changing pad serves the dual purpose of functioning also as a carry case for the baby-changing table unit when the table is in a folded condition. An accessory connector assembly may be provided to attach the baby-changing unit to a stroller lacking a baby car-seat connector assembly.

Abstract: Provided are a connecting rod folding mechanism and a cot having the same. The connecting rod folding mechanism includes: an upper surrounding joint connecting rod folding mechanism and an corner connecting rod folding mechanism; the corner connecting rod folding mechanism includes an upper connecting rod, a lower connecting rod and a pull-cord rod; the lower connecting rod is connected with the pull-cord rod; the upper connecting rod is connected with an upper surrounding tube; the upper connecting rod is movably connected with the lower connecting rod; the lower connecting rod is arranged in the pull-cord rod; the pull-cord rod is provided with an engaging structure; the lower connecting rod penetrates through the engaging structure and is connected with a pulling mechanism; the pulling mechanism is arranged in a vertical column; and one end of the vertical column is connected to the corner connecting rod folding mechanism.

Abstract: A shelf label system for organization of products according to a modular plan identifies product information on a retail store shelf. It retains original location and product information. The system comprises at least one elongated shelf label track attached to a front face of the retail store shelf, a plurality of label holders, each fitting within and able to move along a length of the shelf label track. Each label holder has a hinged panel that can be folded such that only a first face of the hinged panel is visible. In an open position, a face of the main panel and a second face of the hinged panel are visible. In an alternative embodiment, the label holders are allowed to move along the slot but can only flip over in the cutouts. A locking cover may be implemented to prevent unauthorized persons from modifying the labels.

Abstract: A folded blank for forming a display case and a display case formed from the folded blank. The folded blank comprises a one-piece blank including a first side panel, a front panel, a second side panel and a back panel connected in series at respective first, second and third vertical fold lines. The first side panel is folded about the first vertical fold line and is engaged on a first portion of the front panel at a first manufacturer's joint strip. The back panel is folded about the third fold line and has a second manufacturer's joint strip engaged on the first side panel. The first portion forms a tear-away section defined by at least one separation line on the front panel. The first manufacturer's joint strip retains the tear-away section in engagement with the first side panel during erection of the folded blank to form the display case having a display window and a front display case lip.

Abstract: A folded blank for forming a display case and a display case formed from the folded blank. The folded blank comprises a one-piece blank including a first panel, a second panel, a third panel and a fourth panel connected in series at respective first, second and third vertical fold lines. The first panel is folded about the first vertical fold line and is engaged on a first portion of the second panel at a first manufacturer's joint strip. The fourth panel is folded about the third fold line and is engaged on the first panel at a second manufacturer's joint strip. The first portion forms a tear-away section defined by at least one separation line on the second panel. The first manufacturer's joint strip retains the tear-away section in engagement with the first panel during erection of the folded blank to form the display case having a display window.

Abstract: A portable display supports gift wrap rolls, and optional accessories, such as ribbon bows and/or adhesive tape dispensers. The wrapping paper roll displays disclose stash the rolls vertically as in a first embodiment, as well as to stack in the rolls horizontally in a further embodiment. The portable displays holds rolls of gift wrapping paper, and optionally decorative ribbon bow packages, and/or adhesive tape dispensers. A top panel above the top of the vertically supported gift wrap rolls supports gift wrap ribbon bows on displays. The portable gift wrap roll display panels have cutout, foldable, C-shaped restraint portions which are bent outwardly and upwardly from the flat panel with a recess provided therein for insertion of one or more gift wrap rolls therein.

Abstract: A mannequin head with a part having an outer surface appearing like an eye/mouth. A guide stub extends from an inner surface and one orifice is in the outer surface and has a first section. There is a second section extending from the shoulder and a holding device comprising a first magnetized element and a second element with a magnetic force. The guide stub extends from the inner surface to a depth at least equal to 4 mm and a cross section of at least 2 cm2. The first section extends from the outer surface to the shoulder to approximately to 4 mm in depth and the second section comprises a threaded portion. The screw is inserted in threaded portion of the second section and one of the elements of the holding device is attached to the guide stub and the other is secured to the screw.

Abstract: A support device and method for the creation of unique ornamental arrangements is disclosed. The support device of the present invention is configured to create a cavity within which an adhesive is contained to facilitate creation of the unique ornamental arrangement. The support device includes an attachment article for securing the unique ornamental arrangement to your person, article of clothing, or an item. The support device is designed for use by individuals of all levels of experience. The present invention increases efficiency and productivity by simplifying the creation of ornamental arrangements through the elimination of traditional wire and taping methods.

Abstract: A blanket assembly may include a removable cover. The removable cover includes a first portion, a second portion attached to the first portion, and a cavity is defined by the first portion and the second portion. The blanket assembly also includes a first blanket insert sized to fit within the cavity, a fastener mechanism that connects the first blanket insert at a fixed location within the cavity, and a liquid resistant barrier disposed around the first blanket insert within the cavity.

Abstract: Multi-climate sleeping bags and methods of making the same are described. One sleeping bag may comprise a bottom panel comprising a head end and a foot end, wherein the bottom panel is formed from an inner shell, an outer shell, and an insulating material disposed between the inner shell and the outer shell, a first top panel comprising an inner shell, an outer shell, and an insulating material disposed between the inner shell and the outer shell, a first fastening mechanism configured to detachably couple an edge of the first top panel to an edge of the bottom panel, a second top panel comprising an inner shell, an outer shell, and an insulating material disposed between the inner shell and the outer shell, and a second fastening mechanism configured to detachably couple an edge of the second top panel to the edge of the bottom panel.

Abstract: An attachable plate and cup assembly that allows the user to hold both a plate and a cup in one hand. The assembly includes a cup having an open top portion and a closed bottom portion, and the open top portion has at least two substantially parallel sides. The assembly also includes a plate having a top surface and a bottom surface. A cup receiving structure protrudes downward from the bottom surface, and has at least two substantially parallel sides. Each of the substantially parallel sides has an inwardly facing channel to accommodate a lip of the cup.

Abstract: A multi-chamber shot container including a hand-held body that defines a first aperture disposed at an upper end of the hand-held body, a second aperture, and an upper fluid aperture disposed at the upper end of the hand-held body, wherein the first aperture and the upper fluid aperture are disposed at the upper end of the hand-held body. The shot container also includes an inner container member with an inner surface and a bottom surface enclosing and defining a first cavity spanning from the bottom surface of the inner container member to the upper fluid aperture and an outer container member with an inner surface and a bottom surface enclosing and defining, with an outer surface of the inner container member, a second cavity liquidly segregated from the first cavity, wherein the first and second apertures are in sole fluid communication with the second cavity.

Abstract: Within the scope of the present invention is a drink protector that prevents adulteration of the contents within a beverage container.

Abstract: A lid may include first and second openings disposed within a spout. The first opening may provide a first fluid pathway to a fluid disposed in an attached container and the second opening may provide a second fluid pathway to a fluid disposed in the container. The lid may also include a spout at least partially defined by an outer wall. First and second openings may be disposed within the spout and the openings may be at least partially defined by the outer wall of the spout. A conduit, such as a straw, may be coupled to an opening. If desired, a closure may be connected to the lid and the closure may selectively close one or more of the openings.

Abstract: An active temperature control module can be used with drinkware and plateware devices. The drinkware can be a mug made of metal, and optionally coated with a ceramic material. The active thermal control module can optionally be removably coupleable to a surface of the drinkware or plateware device. The module can include at least one heating element that can thermally communicate with a surface of the drinkware or plateware device to thereby effect heat transfer through the base to food stuff (e.g., a solid food, a liquid food) in the drinkware or plateware device. The module can include at least one sensor configured to sense a parameter of the foodstuff, and at least one power storage element configured to provide power to the at least one heating element.

Abstract: A handheld apparatus such as a spoon, fork or knife that is easy to hold and is less likely to be dropped by a small, weak or handicapped hand is enabled by various embodiments. Some embodiments of the apparatus include: a utensil element having a distal end and a handle end; a handle element having a distal end and a utensil end, the utensil end connected to the handle end of the utensil element; and a guard element encasing the handle element.

Abstract: Devices and systems for hanging brassieres are provided. In one embodiment, a brassiere hanging system comprises a support device and at least one brassiere hanger element. Each brassiere hanger element is configured to support a brassiere. The support device is configured to be connected with and support the at least one brassiere hanger element. According to one embodiment, a brassiere hanger element may comprise a body component and at least one spiral connector extending from a top portion of the body component.

Abstract: A curtain changing apparatus and method of use thereof includes a curtain retrieval arm engageable with a curtain track to allow the transfer of a curtain between the curtain track and the curtain retrieval arm. A removable insert is adapted to bridge the full or partial cutout section of the curtain track for normal use of the track, and an insert retrieval tool is adapted to enable removal and replacement of the insert from ground level.

Abstract: A cubicle privacy curtain assembly for use with an overhead curtain track includes a main portion having opposed upstanding leading and trailing edges with opposed top and bottom edges extending between the leading and trailing edges, respectively, such that the edges collectively define a flexible curtain sheet. Spaced apart track fasteners extend upwardly to selectively engage with the curtain track. A flexible protective panel is removably coupled to the curtain main portion along the leading edge, the protective panel having a front section and a rear section connected to the front section in a unitary construction, the front section being selectively foldable toward the rear section along an upstanding center line of weakness such that the front and rear sections of the protective panel are selectively positioned on the front and back sides of the curtain sheet, respectively, with the leading edge in contact with the center line of weakness.

Abstract: The invention concerns a steam cooker accessory (4) for steam heating and/or cooking foods contained in a container (2), the steam cooker accessory (4) comprising a steam generator (5) comprising a steam production chamber (20), the steam cooker accessory (4) comprising a water tank (6) supplying water to the steam production chamber (20), the steam production chamber (20) being connected to at least one steam delivery outlet (15) provided in a lower part (10) of the steam generator (5). According to the invention, the steam generator (5) has at least one vent (18) bringing the lower part (10) of the steam generator (5) into communication with an external part (11) of the steam generator (5) extending above the lower part (10). The invention also concerns an electric steam cooker comprising a container for containing the foods to be heated and/or cooked, and a cover (3) comprising a steam cooker accessory (4) according to the abovementioned features.

Abstract: The coffee dispenser disclosed herein may serve a single serving of coffee. The coffee dispenser may have a mixing chamber that combines one or more liquid concentrates and heated water, and dispenses a single serving of coffee. The coffee dispenser may have a forth control to select the forth level of the serving of coffee dispensed. The liquid concentrate may be a coffee extract.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems, devices and methods for providing a beverage brewing and analyte tracking portable platform. In some embodiments of the disclosed portable beverage brewing and analyte tracking technology, an intelligent beverage management system includes a portable brewing device in communication with a user's mobile device (e.g., smartphone, smartwatch, etc.) for monitoring and controlling consumption and metabolism of caffeine and other compounds from beverages consumed using the portable brewing device and/or other beverages logged by the user. The intelligent beverage management system includes a cloud-based data processing system in communication with the mobile device and/or portable brewing device to receive, process and/or store data associated with brewing of the beverage and data associated with the monitoring of consumption of the beverage and/or certain beverage constituents.

Abstract: A coffee brewing device, such as a cold coffee brewing device and related methods are disclosed. The device includes a container, a supported horizontal plate that holds filter paper in place, and a spigot below the horizontal plate. Coffee grounds are placed on the filter, then water is added to the container such that minimal disturbance of the coffee ground bed occurs. When the spigot is opened, liquid is removed in a north/south (up/down) direction through the coffee ground bed. The coffee ground bed serves as a first filter, the filter serves as a second filter, and the chamber below the horizontal plate serves as a coalescing chamber where sediment drops out thus serving as a third filter. The resulting liquid dispensed from the spigot is amber in color and clear.

Abstract: A beverage production device prepares a beverage from a beverage concentrate contained in a receptacle. The beverage production device includes a support member for supporting the receptacle, a plate member arranged vertically to the support means, the plate member including at least four outlet nozzles for injecting a fluid jet into the receptacle. A liquid supply member is connected to the outlet nozzles, and at least two of the outlet nozzles are designed to direct a fluid jet to an inner side wall of the receptacle and are arranged at different angles with respect the vertical. At least two of the outlet nozzles are designed to direct a fluid jet to the bottom of the receptacle and are arranged at different angles with respect to the vertical.

Abstract: A cold brew coffee maker includes a water drip supply unit for dripping drops of water through a water dispensing port; a coffee container configured to steep the ground coffee in the coffee container to produce coffee extract using the water dripped from the water drip supply unit; a collecting container disposed below the coffee container and configured to collect the drops of the coffee extract dripping through a coffee extract dispensing port; and a collection guide member configured to guide the drops of the coffee extract to flow downward along the inner wall surface of the collecting container to fill the coffee extract collecting container. The water drip supply unit further includes a control unit configured to control an electric valve based on the water drop detection signal from a sensor unit so that the water drops can drip from the water dispensing port at a preset supply rate.

Abstract: A beverage preparation device (1) with a housing (2) and with an apparatus for heating and/or frothing milk, and with a milk pipe (10) through which the apparatus (8) for heating and frothing milk can be supplied with milk.

Abstract: A fluid pourover device for brewing a beverage is adapted to deliver a fluid, and includes a driving unit defining a vertical rotating axis, a transmitting shaft extending along a transmitting axis inclined relative to the rotating axis and coupled with the driving unit to be rotated about the rotating axis, a fluid delivering member connected and rotated with the transmitting shaft and having a nozzle assembly to deliver the fluid in a direction of the transmitting axis for forming an inclined fluid delivering path during rotation.