Abstract: An armrest divider which is removably mountable on a shared armrest of a seat in which a person may sit includes a planar main body which acts as a vertical divider or barrier between persons sitting in adjacent seats who share a common armrest when the armrest divider is in use, an arm supporting ledge that extends perpendicularly outwardly from one side of the planar main body, the bottom side of which is adapted to rest on and be supported by an existing shared armrest between adjacent seats, and a locking wedge section that may be inserted between and held in place by the passenger's backrest and the armrest. The armrest divider may also include a stop member preferably formed as an outwardly extending protrusion from one side of the planar main body to limit the distance the locking wedge section may be inserted between the armrest and the passenger's seat backrest.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a member for a chair including a multi-channel sound system and a chair including the member, and more particularly, to a member for a chair including a multi-channel sound system, the member capable of providing a sense of space and a three-dimensional effect for a user who sits in the chair through sounds output from a plurality of channels, and a chair including the member.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a breathable cushion. The cushion includes a thigh support portion, a hip support portion, and a waist and back support portion. The thigh support portion includes a plurality of thigh support structures each having an opening structure; the hip support portion includes a plurality of hip support structures each having an opening structure; and the waist and back support portion includes a plurality of waist and back support structures each having an opening structure. The area of the opening structures of the thigh support structures and/or the area of the opening structures of the waist and back support structures is greater than the area of the opening structures of the hip support structures. The cushion has the following advantages. The cushion has an ergonomic design and structure, and provides reasonable and reliable supports. In addition, the light-weight and highly comfortable cushion has good air permeability.

Abstract: A chest configured to transition between an open position and a closed position may include a front panel, side panels and a top panel, the front panel including a first and second portions, the side panels including first and second sub-side panels, the first portion of the front panel being hingably connected to a base of the chest, and the second portion of the front panel hingably connected to the first portion of the front panel and fixed to the first sub-side panels, wherein the second portion of the front panel is stored within an enclosure formed by at least the first portion of the front panel, the side panels and the top panel when the chest is in the closed position, and the first portion and the second portion of the front panel form a portion of a sleeping platform when the chest is in the open position.

Abstract: Disclosed is an easy-assembling folding bed, comprising a bed surface, bed side rods, and a footing component; the rods are disposed in parallel, the footing component is arranged in multiple groups, uniformly disposed and is engaged with the rods; the footing component comprises first and second components. The invention has simple structure, less materials, lighter weight and is convenient to carry. By rotating the second C-shaped engaging piece, the distance between the first and second C-shaped engaging pieces is changed, so the surface is tightened. The locking hook can automatically hook the locking fixing piece and lock it by the reset torsional spring, so the consumer can tighten and lock the surface. By twisting the hook to overcome the torsion of the spring and then rotating, the hook and the fixing piece are disengaged, and the footing component can be easily removed and folded to reduce the packaging volume.

Abstract: A locking arrangement for assembly of a bed frame is provided. The locking arrangement comprises a first rail member comprising at least two first projecting interlocking holes and a second rail member comprising at least two sets of second projecting interlocking holes. The locking arrangement further comprises a set of pins such that, in assembled form of the bed frame, the first rail member and the second rail member are disposed in abutment with each other such that each of the at least two first projecting interlocking holes are received within one set of the at least two sets of second projecting interlocking holes to form a provisional locking structure, and each pin of the set of pins is engaged with one of the formed provisional locking structure by passing through the corresponding first projecting interlocking holes and second projecting interlocking holes thereof, to secure the first rail member and the second rail member.

Abstract: The utility model discloses a cloth-wrapping bed head structure comprising a bracket and a support cloth. The bracket comprises a first cross beam, a second cross beam, a first vertical, rod and a second vertical rod. Both ends of the first cross beam are fixedly connected to the tops of the first vertical rod and the second vertical rod, respectively. Both ends of the second cross beam are fixedly connected to the bottoms of the first vertical rod and the second vertical rod, respectively. The top of the support cloth is provided with a first sleeve and the bottom of the support cloth is provided with a second sleeve. The first sleeve is sleeved on the first cross beam, and the second sleeve is sleeved on the second cross beam. The device has a simple structure, low production cost and good user experience.

Abstract: A foldable bed includes a front right extensible rod, rear right extensible rod, front left extensible rod, rear left extensible rod, front support portion, front support bottom base, rear central extensible rod, bridge-shaped link member, first front right oblique rod, second front right oblique rod, first rear right oblique rod, second rear right oblique rod, first front left oblique rod, second front left oblique rod, first rear left oblique rod, second rear left oblique rod, two rear oblique rods, two front oblique rods, two front slide rods, front connecting rod, rear connecting rod and sheet-like element. Therefore, the foldable bed is compact and easy to fold.

Abstract: A mattress sheet stay apparatus for securing fitted sheets to a mattress includes an upper frame having an upper head portion, an upper foot portion, an upper left portion, and an upper right portion. The upper frame is configured to conform to a perimeter of a mattress. A lower frame has a lower head portion, a lower foot portion, a lower left portion, and a lower right portion. The lower frame conforms to the upper frame. A plurality of vertical sections is coupled between the upper frame and the lower frame. Each vertical section is configured to conform to a height of the mattress. Each of the upper frame, the lower frame, and the vertical sections have a high coefficient of friction.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an air bed including a mattress body formed by a top surface, a bottom surface and a side wall. The mattress body is provided with at least two layers of side walls being an inner side wall and an outer side wall respectively. The inside of the inner side wall forms a bed air chamber of the mattress body. A side wall air chamber of the mattress body is formed between the inner side wall and the outer side wall. The inside of the side wall air chamber between the inner side wall and the outer side wall is connected with a plurality of side wall drawstrings. The side wall drawstrings form a bed edge of the mattress body with the inner side wall, the outer side wall, and the side wall top surface/side wall bottom surface respectively.

Abstract: A seat or back for a chair comprises a frame having a first edge strut and a second edge strut, the first and second edge struts being on opposite edges of the seat or back. The first edge strut has a groove along all or most of its length, an elongate insert, and a mesh, the mesh being attached to the insert along an edge of the mesh. The insert has a section shaped to correspond to the section of the groove, such that the insert can be urged into the groove, the compression of the groove holding the insert in place.

Abstract: A child's folding walker with caster wheels that is adjustable in height to permit a child to sit and touch the ground and move the walker. The walker has four vertical legs and two collapsible side frames that enabling the walker to collapse into a vertical configuration. Each collapsing side frame includes a folding, upper member and a folding lower member. The proximal ends of the folding members are pivotally attached to a vertical leg. Each upper frame member is made of two elongated sections joined by a locking collar that holds distal ends of the elongated sections together in axial, alignment. The locking collar is pivotally attached at its opposite ends to the two elongated sections, When the locking collar is forced upward, the two elongated sections are misaligned thereby enabling the legs to move inward. On the front and rear side frames on the walker is a supplemental locking assembly.

Abstract: A storage and dispensing system for beverage accessories is provided. The storage and dispensing system for beverage accessories has a planar base, a single-serve beverage pod storage container, and a plurality of drinking accessory dispensing channels. The pod storage container includes at least one sidewall disposed orthogonally to a top surface of the planar base. The pod storage container also includes a channel that is sized to receive a single pod at a time. A gate is disposed on a terminal end of the channel which prevents pods from sliding out of the channel. Each of the plurality of accessory dispensing channels is sized to receive at least one drinking accessory such as a cup or lid.

Abstract: A tableware taking device is provided, which comprising a base and a tableware taking apparatus arranged on the base. The tableware taking apparatus is further provided with a button and a connecting rod with a first end connecting the button; the base is provided with a positioning hole in which a second end of the connecting rod is inserted for fixing the tableware taking apparatus on the base. When the button is pressed downward, the second end of the connecting rod moves away from the positioning hole for detaching the tableware taking apparatus from the base; thus the tableware taking apparatus can be placed in a better way for preventing itself from turning over. In additional, the connecting rod can be controlled by the button on the tableware taking apparatus to move away from the positioning hole in the base for detaching the tableware taking apparatus from the base.

Abstract: A method for reducing sweating in a temperature-controlled display device includes receiving values of an ambient temperature, a door frame temperature, and relative humidity. The method can also include estimating a value of a dewpoint temperature using the values of the ambient temperature and the relative humidity. The method can also include determining control decisions for a door frame heater of the temperature-controlled display device using the value of the dewpoint temperature and the door frame temperature, and transitioning the door frame heater between an on-state and an off-state using the control decisions to maintain the value of the door frame temperature at or above the value of the dewpoint temperature.

Abstract: A wall panel system including a first wall panel, the first panel including at least a first panel hook portion. The system also including a second wall panel having a different configuration than the first wall panel. The second panel includes at least a second panel hook portion and a third panel hook portion opposing the second panel hook portion. The first wall panel is configured to engage with the second wall panel to create a wall panel assembly.

Abstract: An exhaust system for a combustion engine vehicle includes an exhaust pipe extending between an exhaust inlet disposed opposite an exhaust outlet. The exhaust inlet and exhaust outlet are in fluidic communication with one another. The exhaust inlet is configured to receive an exhaust gas produced by an internal combustion engine of the combustion engine vehicle. A second pipe has an air inlet extending from and connected to the exhaust pipe. The second pipe is configured to be in fluidic communication with the exhaust outlet. The air inlet is configured to receive an outside flow of air. The exhaust gas from the combustion engine vehicle and the outside flow of air captured by the air inlet when the combustion engine vehicle is moving forward are configured to be combined and to cooperatively exit out the exhaust outlet.

Abstract: A memorabilia ball simulacrum stand, the memorabilia ball simulacrum stand comprising: a base; a curved holder extending upward and orthogonally from the base, the base comprising: an outer perimeter located on an outer side of the curved holder; an inner perimeter located on an inner side of the curved holder; a first planar surface located on a left side of the curved holder, the first planar surface generally parallel to the base, the first planar surface abutting the outer perimeter and the inner perimeter; a second planar surface located on a right side of the curved holder; the second planar surface generally parallel to the base, the second planar surface abutting the outer perimeter and the inner perimeter; a curved slot located within the inner perimeter, the slot configured to hold a memorabilia ball simulacrum.

Abstract: Analyzing a prosthetic torso with synthetic skin and breast tissue includes monitoring a movement of a prosthetic torso with a sensor, and determining, based on data from the sensor, a viscoelastic characteristic of the prosthetic torso. The movement can include at least one of a jumping motion, a walking motion, or a running motion.

Abstract: A sensor apparatus includes a mannequin to emulate a human body part. The mannequin includes a core that emulates flexibility of a substantially inflexible skeletal portion of the body part, and a pliant covering. The pliant covering includes a pliant three-dimensional surface that emulates contours of an epidermis of the body part, and at least one pliant three-dimensional interior portion to emulate resiliency of a pliant portion of the body part. At least one pressure sensor is arranged between the three-dimensional surface and the core to sense pressure applied against the pliant three-dimensional surface.

Abstract: A shopping bag suspension and storage device comprising a clip and suspension rod for suspending a reusable shopping bag.

Abstract: A planar display pane assembly includes a frame assembly with a frame with first and second spaced apart and opposed second decorative with first and second openings to receive a planar display pane. A through opening is formed through the frame to view the planar display pane in either direction of the frame. The first opening is formed around the through opening. The second opening is formed around the through opening and facing away from the first opening. A first plurality of fasteners is formed about the first opening. A second plurality of fasteners is formed about the second opening. A plurality of retainers is sized to engage the first plurality of fasteners or the second plurality of fasteners to retain the planar display pane to the frame. The planar display pane is received within the first opening or the second opening.

Abstract: A system is presented for connecting a wall hanging object the support surface such as wall. The system has an attachment member that is attached to the wall surface by using one or more fastening techniques such as adhesive, tape or mechanical fastener. The mounting bracket has hook and opening guide path positioned within or along the hook. Wherein, a flexible member such as elongated rod is connected to the opening guide formed in the hook of the mounting bracket. Further, the flexible member or rod has two ends such as head and tip that allows the flexible member or rod to slide between fully extended and retracted position. In the extended position, the flexible member or rod helps to connect with the hanger or loops of the object or picture frame and later guides the hanger of the object to fit over the hook of the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A fitted bed sheet that includes a top sheet. An upper edge sheet strip is attached to the top sheet along a lateral edge of the top sheet such that the length of the upper edge sheet is coupled with the lateral edge of the top sheet. The width of the upper edge sheet strip is defined such that at least a portion of the upper edge sheet strip extends orthogonally to the surface of the mattress so as to stretch over a portion of a side of the mattress. A corner sheet has: a first end attached to the top sheet, a corner sheet side attached to the upper edge sheet strip, and a second end opposite the first end. The second end includes an elastic cord with which, when the fitted bed sheet is placed on the mattress, the fitted bed sheet captures a corner of the mattress.

Abstract: Devices and methods that allow for rapid and efficient changing of duvet covers, comprising an upper section and a lower section of washable material that are sized to be larger than a duvet that will be covered and isolated. The upper and lower sections are secured together along a single edge only, and that edge is positioned at the head of the bed. The duvet is placed between the upper and lower sections, isolating and enclosing the duvet, thereby preventing the duvet from becoming exposed while the bed is in use, and simultaneously allowing for easy and rapid changing of the duvet cover after use.

Abstract: A pillow includes a first pillow cushion consisting essentially of a gelatinous elastomer that is sized and configured to support a head and neck of a person using the pillow cushion and a second pillow cushion coupled thereto. The pillow cushion has deformable wall members located and configured to define voids therebetween such that the deformable wall members may be displaced into adjacent voids upon deformation of the deformable wall members. The deformable wall members are configured to buckle when a pressure applied to a cushioning surface of the first pillow cushion, in a direction perpendicular to a first major surface, exceeds a threshold pressure level. A pillow cover covers the first pillow cushion and the second pillow cushion. A method of fabricating a pillow includes enclosing such first and second pillow cushions in a pillow cover.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a pillow apparatus that is structured to support a user's limbs or legs. The pillow apparatus typically comprises a pillow body. The pillow body typically comprises a first concave depression positioned on a first surface of the pillow body. The first concave depression is structured to support at least a portion of a thigh of a user or a portion of crus leg part of the user. In some embodiments, the pillow body also comprises a second concave depression positioned on a second surface of the pillow body, opposite the first surface. Moreover, in some embodiments, the pillow apparatus comprises a coupling member structured for releasably connecting the pillow apparatus with an adjacent pillow apparatus.

Abstract: A multipurpose cushion system that meets multiple needs by providing at least two distinct cushion designs: a convex shaped cushion that acts as a closed seat type cushion and a concave cushion designed as a hippocrepiform-shaped neck cushion. The convex outer cushion casing has a circular or regular polygonal shape that includes a flat front face and a flat back face and a side wall extending between a perimeter edge of the flat front face and a perimeter edge of the flat back face, the outer cushion has a closeable opening removed from both the perimeter edge of the flat front face and the perimeter edge of the flat back face. The two cushions are nested to provide a synergistic effect in which the concave cushion acts as fill for a closed convex seat type cushion and the outer convex cushion casing acts as a cover for a concave (hippocrepiform shaped) neck cushion. The hippocrepiform neck cushion shape and dimensions facilitate function as cushion for a seat cushion while also optimizing neck support.

Abstract: A multi-position pillow for providing cervical area support during sleep, the multi-position pillow comprising: an outer cover adapted to be opened; a core support removably associated with the outer cover, the core support comprising a sloped body, wherein a downward slope of the sloped body extends from a first end to a second end, a head connected to the first end and having a hump, and a ledge disposed in the head along a top end of the hump; and a contouring material layer removably associated with the outer cover, the contouring material layer being compressible such that to compress over a top of the core support; wherein an association of the outer cover with the core support and the contouring material layer causes the core support and the contouring material layer to be positioned centrally within the outer cover, such that to provide cervical area support to a user.

Abstract: Paperware containers with increased structural support are disclosed. In certain embodiments, a paper container comprises a substantially circular bottom panel, and a side panel extending radially at a vertical incline from the bottom panel, wherein the side panel comprises first and second inclined portions coupled to one another by a substantially horizontal ridge portion. In certain embodiments, the side panel further comprises a rolled edge along a top edge of the side panel, wherein the rolled edge extends downwards from the top edge of the side panel and inwards towards the second inclined portion of the side panel. In certain embodiments, the side panel further comprises a clipped edge along a top edge of the side panel, wherein the clipped edge extends substantially horizontally and outwards away from the second inclined portion of the side panel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new separator device (30) and a new cup (10) comprising a separator device, wherein the separator device (30) and the cup (10) with the separator device are configured for separation of at least one undesired and/or unhealthy drink substance, such as, but not limited to, e.g. coffee fat, diterpenes, cafestol and kahweol.

Abstract: The sanitary rim equipment is an apparatus used to help protect users from being exposed to a potential germ that may be left on the surface of a cup or glass in a public setting. In order to accomplish that, the sanitary rim equipment includes a sleeve that snaps down firmly around the rim of the user's cup or glass in a public setting. Further, the sanitary rim equipment is bio-degradable, and eco-friendly, and may be produced in mass quantity, with sizes ranging from Small to X-large.

Abstract: Provided is an assembly that includes a container with an opening for holding a volume of a liquid, a lid, and a connector attaching the container and the lid. Such an assembly can be used as a beverage container with an attached lid. Provided are methods of using such an assembly, such as by placing a liquid into the container and moving the lid so that it covers the opening. Provided are methods of making the assembly, such as by forming it as a single piece. The assemblies can be dimensioned such that can be placed adjacent to one another in a packaging while also occupying a minimum amount of space.

Abstract: A spill resistant beverage container assembly for spill free beverage consumption includes a cup and a lid that is complementary to a top of the cup so that the lid is positioned to be selectively coupled to the cup to sealably close the top. The lid comprises a sidewall that is coupled to and extends between an upper plate and a lower plate to define an interior space. An aperture is positioned in the lid proximate to a circumference of the lid. A detection and access module that is coupled to the lid and positioned in the interior space is configured to detect motion in proximity to the aperture, positioning the detection and access module to open the aperture so that the aperture is configured to allow sipping of a beverage that is positioned in the cup.

Abstract: The Salt Ninja is a gimmick product that is intended to be used to add salt your favorite Mexican beer without the hassle and mess. It dispenses salt from a miniature, three-part plastic mechanism to the rim of an upright beer bottle. The product is able to hold and dispense salt with a quick shake of the mechanism and removes the necessity of utilizing a traditional, bulky rim salter and the use of an additional drinking mechanism (glass or cup).

Abstract: A foldable utensil includes a foldable stem member and a working member. The foldable stem member includes a first end, a second end, and an elongated body extending between the first end and the second end. The elongated body includes at least a first segment and a second segment operably coupled with and foldable relative to the first segment. The working member is operably coupled with and is foldable relative to the second end of the foldable stem member. The foldable utensil is positionable in a first, unfolded configuration and a second, folded configuration.

Abstract: A locking knife holder uses either mechanical or electronic locking systems to secure the knives into the holder. The electronic locking system includes the implementation of one or more electromagnets into the holder. The user can then selectively lock or unlock the knives in the holder by activating or deactivating, respectively the electromagnet. In other implementations, the mechanical locking system can use magnetic keys to unlock the mechanical locking system.

Abstract: A clothes hanger is proposed. The clothes hanger is configured to allow an upper garment of a piece of clothing to be quickly and neatly folded up/down and left/right and finished even using a simple clothes hanger structure, and allow a storage space such as a dresser to be used as efficiently as possible, by having a clothing body part holder detachably coupled to the clothes hanger holding the upper portion (shoulders and arms) of a piece of clothing to holder the lower portion of the clothing.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system, which comprises a hanger. The hanger comprises a hook and a bar. The hook is constructed to suspend the hanger from a rod. The bar is coupled to the hook. An end of the bar defines a chevron shape. The bar defines a slot. The slot comprises a seam aperture. The seam aperture is positioned and sized to engage with a plurality of leg seams of a pair of pants to restrain motion of a pair of pants engaged with the hanger.

Abstract: A tufted carpet constructed by embedding pile yarns on a primary base fabric, where a ratio at which a surface of the primary base fabric is visible accounts for 5% to 85% as viewed from above the tufted carpet. The primary base fabric is formed by entangling a color fiber, a characteristic fiber, and a low melt fiber on a spunbonded base fabric or a woven base fabric. The color fiber imparts an appearance design to the surface of the primary base fabric; the characteristic fiber has at least one function selected from the group consisting of deodorization, antibacterial, anti-allergen, and anti-mite; and the low melt fiber melts at a lower temperature than melting points of the other color fiber and characteristic fiber, and fixes these fibers on the surface of the primary base fabric by thermocompression-bonding. The resulting carpet exhibits excellent shape stability, economical efficiency, and lightness.

Abstract: A package-receiving-locker may have a collapsible-locker configured for receiving packages in a safe and secure manner, that minimizes theft opportunities. The collapsible-locker may be removably attachable to a side-hinged-door that a person typically uses for entry/exit of a building, to secure the collapsible-locker to the building, which further minimizes theft opportunities. A door-bracket-assembly, with an adjustable ratchet means, may be used to removably attach the collapsible-locker to a variety of side-hinged-doors of different door widths. The package-receiving-locker may have a pod that is removably attachable to the collapsible-locker. The pod may have some electronics, such as, an external front facing camera, light(s), and at least one battery. The pod may also have a handle configured to hold a weight of the package-receiving-locker. The collapsible-locker may have a second and internal camera for monitoring packages within the collapsible-locker.

Abstract: A system for parcel transport and tracking that operates responsive to data bearing records includes a plurality of geographically spaced repositories. The exemplary repositories include a plurality of enclosed compartment spaces. Access to each of the enclosed compartment spaces is controlled by a respective door which is in operative connection with the respective lock. Central system circuitry in operative connection with the repositories is operative to control access to the compartment spaces and to cause compartments to be selectively accessible so that selected parcels may be placed therein or removed therefrom.

Abstract: The system for parcel transport and tracking that operates responsive to data bearing records includes a plurality of geographically spaced repositories. The exemplary repositories each include an interior area comprised of a plurality of enclosed compartment spaces. Access to each of the enclosed compartment spaces is controlled by a respective door which is in operative connection with a respective lock. Repositories are constructed to provide a secure enclosure for the parcels housed therein when exposed to a range of environmental and operating conditions. Central control circuitry in operative connection with the repositories is operative to control access to the compartment spaces and cause the compartments to be selectively accessible so that selected parcels may be placed therein or removed therefrom.

Abstract: A tripartite tension rod assembly, including a first vertical telescoping tension rod, the first tension rod having a first spring loaded endcap and a second non-spring-loaded foot, the first tension rod having a first longitudinal axis; a second vertical telescoping tension rod, the second tension rod having a first spring loaded endcap and a second non-spring-loaded foot, the second tension rod having a second longitudinal axis; a first arcuate bracket arranged to be fixedly secured to the first vertical tension rod; a second arcuate bracket arranged to be fixedly secured to the second vertical tension rod; and, a horizontal telescoping rod extending between the first and second arcuate brackets, the horizontal rod having a third longitudinal axis which, when assembled, is substantially perpendicular to the first and second longitudinal axes.

Abstract: An illustrated view of an exemplary curtain rod hardware for securing a curtain rod to a wall or frame molding is presented. The curtain rod hardware is useful for providing a quick, easy, and secure device to attach the hardware to the wall and/or frame molding. The curtain rod hardware is useful for not having larger holes or a plurality of holes in the wall and/or frame molding and thus providing a non-marred wall and/or frame molding when the curtain rod hardware is switched out for other hardware.

Abstract: A seal arrangement for a cooking apparatus, the seal arrangement comprising: a cooking cavity wall with an opening configured to be sealed by the seal arrangement and configured as a pass through for an illuminant configured as a translucent rod with an essentially circular cylindrical shape; a housing element that is sealed relative to an outside of the cooking cavity wall by a first seal and that includes a receiver for a second seal that seals the housing element relative to the illuminant; retaining elements which arrange the housing element at the outside of the cooking cavity wall, wherein the second seal is a graphite ring, and wherein the illuminant is arrangeable within an annular cavity of the graphite ring.

Abstract: A device (2) for preparing foods held in a vessel, in particular ready-cooked dishes, including a preparation chamber (4) for holding the vessel, a steam-generating assembly (10) for generating steam, including at least one first steam-conducting path (18) for conducting steam and at least one cold-fluid-conducting path (54) for conducting fluid which is colder than the steam, a steam supply unit (62) having at least one steam dispensing opening into the preparation chamber (4), which steam supply unit is connected to the at least one steam-conducting path (18) of the steam-generating assembly (10) for steam conduction, and a condensate supply unit (60) having at least one condensate dispensing opening into the preparation chamber (4), which condensate supply unit is connected to the steam-conducting path (18) of the steam-generating assembly (10) and to the cold-fluid-conducting path (54).

Abstract: A multi-functional cooking device and a food capsule are provided. The multi-functional cooking device integrates a plurality of cooking functions through circuits, structures, and software programs that are implemented by an embedded system. The multi-functional cooking device includes a body formed with an accommodating space for disposing the food capsule, a main body structure including a water storage component, an accommodating component, a water providing component, a heating component, a penetrating component, and one or more cooking tools disposed inside the body that cook food inside the food capsule. The multi-functional cooking device includes a circuit system implementing a plurality of cooking programs, the circuit system including a control circuit for controlling the multi-functional cooking device, a control panel for providing a selection of the cooking programs, and functional components, e.g., a heater, a microwave emitter, a fan unit, a water spray unit, and a sealing unit.

Abstract: A set (47), for use in the preparation of a beverage by a beverage preparation device, comprising a capsule (2) and an adapter (1). The adapter (1) and the capsule (2) are interconnected in a stand-by position such that the adapter (1) and the capsule (2) can be transferred, from the stand-by position, into an operating position in which the inlet (8) of the adapter (1) is in fluid connection with the substance chamber (49) of the capsule (2).

Abstract: A reusable cartridge and method for forming a beverage using a beverage machine. The cartridge may include multiple openings, e.g., arranged to receive an inlet needle, through which liquid may be introduced into the cartridge. One or more of the openings may be closed to flow, e.g., by a plug that engages with a corresponding opening by a friction fit. A filter basket may be inserted or removed into the interior space through the opening and a cover may engage at top to seal the opening closed.