Abstract: A cabinet can include a body for housing electronic equipment, a plurality of legs extending downwardly from the body, with each leg secured to a different bottom corner of the body, a plurality of balls, each ball secured to one of the legs, and a plurality of support cups configured to be secured to a support surface.

Abstract: A wall-mounted cabinet hanging system is provided. The system is designed to facilitate the easy and accurate hanging of cabinets on a wall surface by securely supporting cabinets in an aligned and level position during attachment. The system comprises a main bar that serves as a level and base for the cabinets to rest on during installation, featuring repositionable sliding screw mounts within the main bar for secure attachment of the bar to wall studs. Removable end caps protect the bar and may integrate a stud finder for locating wall studs. To ensure cabinet alignment, a cabinet holder is included, which secures multiple cabinets together during installation.

Abstract: A mausoleum shelving system is disclosed. The mausoleum shelving system comprises components that can be configured in a variety of different ways, to suit the different dimensions of different spaces, while also providing sturdy, long-lasting shelving suitable for mausoleums. The shelving system components can include vertical tubes, shelf-length horizontal tubes, shelf-end horizontal tubes, and one more transverse plank supports adapted to extend between the shelf-length horizontal tubes. A shelf plank can be supported atop the transverse plank supports. The tubes can be secured together using brackets and fasteners, wherein the brackets include different bracket types, e.g., a three-arm corner bracket type, a four-arm edge bracket type, and a five-arm middle bracket type.

Abstract: An electric seat mechanical extension device and an electric seat are provided. The electric seat mechanical extension device comprises two mechanical extending units which are bilaterally symmetrical with each other, each mechanical extending unit is composed of a seat frame support assembly, a leg assembly and a backrest bar, the two mechanical extending units are connected through a drive fixing assembly and a driving rod, a driving device is mounted on the drive fixing assembly, a head of the driving device is articulated with the driving rod, and the driving rod is connected with the leg assemblies; each seat frame support assembly is composed of a fixing rod and a transmission rod, the fixing rods are fixedly connected with the drive fixing assembly, front portions of the fixing rods are articulated with second leg links through second leg link and fixing rod articulation shafts.

Abstract: An electric reclining chair has a base, a linkage mechanism, a leg rest mount, and a control module. The linkage mechanism is movably mounted to the base and connected to a driver. The leg rest mount is pivotally connected to the linkage mechanism. The control module has a sensor module and a control unit. When the linkage mechanism and the leg rest mount are being folded by the driver, if an object is under the leg rest mount and abuts the leg rest mount, the leg rest mount pivots relative to the linkage mechanism, which is sensed by the sensor module. Thus, the control module controls the driver to stop folding the linkage mechanism or to unfold the linkage mechanism so as to prevent the object from being pinched.

Abstract: A backrest-seat assembly of an electric seat mechanical extension device includes a seat panel, a linkage, a front connecting piece, a back connecting piece, a mounting member, a support wheel control member, a backrest adjusting member, a backrest control member and a backrest member. The back connecting piece is fixedly mounted on the seat panel, the backrest member and the front connecting piece are rotatably mounted on the seat panel, the front connecting piece is articulated with the mounting member, the mounting member is mounted on a base, the mounting member is articulated with the support wheel control member and the backrest adjusting member, the backrest adjusting member is articulated with the back connecting piece and the backrest control member, the backrest adjusting member is articulated with the linkage, the linkage is articulated with a leg assembly, the backrest control member is articulated with the backrest member.

Abstract: A chair comprises a seat; two support legs; a back; and a reinforcing member. The two support legs are separated and arranged under the seat for supporting the seat; the reinforcing member is U-shaped with two ends, and the two ends of the reinforcing member respectively expand outward forming two connecting portions, a tail end of each connecting portion is connected to the bottom end of each support leg. The reinforcing member of a front chair is capable of being inserted into the reinforcing member of a rear chair, and the reinforcing member of the front chair is located above the reinforcing member of the rear chair; in this way, multiple chairs can be stacked one by one, thereby greatly reducing the placement space of the chairs.

Abstract: A dining chair includes: a pair of support legs having inner surfaces, the inner surfaces defining a pair of slide grooves, each of the slide grooves extending along a direction that is parallel to a surface; a seat having a front end, a rear end, and two opposite sides between the front end and the rear end, one of the sides including a first side, a second side, and a shoulder formed between the first and second sides, the first side slidably received in one of the slide grooves, and the shoulder abutting against a closed end of the one of the slide grooves; and a locking mechanism fixed to the seat adjacent to the one of the sides of the seat, the locking mechanism including a locking member that is to move past the second side and abut against a rear end face of one of the support legs.

Abstract: A foldable supporting device includes first and second supporting frames, first and second movable elements, a first foldable structure, and first and second rotatable elements. The first supporting frame includes a first upper part and a first lower part. The second supporting frame includes a second upper part and a second lower part. The first movable element and the second movable elements are respectively movable along the first lower part and the second lower part. The first foldable structure connects to the first movable element and the second movable element. The first rotatable element is connected to the first supporting frame and the first foldable structure. The second rotatable element is connected to the second supporting frame and the first foldable structure. The first rotatable element and the second rotatable element are respectively rotatable with respect to the first supporting frame and the second supporting frame.

Abstract: A folding chair, having a chair frame consisting of a foldable frame. A first front connecting rod of the foldable frame has one end rotatably connected to a front supporting seat, and another end rotatably connected to one end of a front folding seat; a second front connecting rod of the foldable frame has one end rotatably connected to another front supporting seat, and another end fixedly connected to another end of the front folding seat; similar connecting structures are present between a first rear connecting rod, two rear supporting seats, a rear folding seat, and a second rear connecting rod. A first locking mechanism is provided between the first front connecting rod and the front folding seat, and a second locking mechanism is provided between the first rear connecting rod and the rear folding seat.

Abstract: A sling chair includes a frame having a base with a forward end and an opposing rearward end. A back rest upstands from the rearward end of the base and has an upper end. A plurality of flexible, spaced apart straps longitudinally extend from the upper end of the back rest to the forward end of the base. The effective length of the straps can be adjusted. A pillow or cushions can be disposed on the plurality of straps.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a connection mechanism for a headrest (101) and a soft pillow (100), and a headrest-soft pillow assembly comprising the connection mechanism. The headrest (101) comprises a rear cover (300), and the connection mechanism comprises: a magnet (150) disposed in the soft pillow (100), and a magnetic metal piece (230) provided in the rear cover of the headrest (101). The connection mechanism is configured to removably connect the soft pillow (100) to the headrest (101) through the magnetic attraction between the magnet (150) and the magnetic metal piece (230). Fastening the soft pillow (100) to the headrest (101) by magnetic attraction may not affect the movement and performance of the headrest (101) and meanwhile facilitates easy, rapid mounting and dismounting of the soft pillow (100).

Abstract: The present disclosure concerns a computer workstation supporting one or more computer monitors in front of a sitting user, comprising: a frame, comprising: a lower frame section supporting a user chair; a support arm having a proximal end connected to the lower frame section and a distal end projecting forward of the user chair; and a monitor stand assembly positionally adjustable relative to the lower frame section, comprising: an armrest extension projecting from the frame; a monitor mount affixed unto the armrest extension and configured to support the one or more computer monitors; and a brace having a first extremity mounted to the distal end of the support arm and a second extremity mounted to the armrest extension directly under the monitor mount. At least one of the extremities of the brace is pivotally mounted. At least one of the brace and the support arm is telescopic.

Abstract: A modular furniture assembly has a modular universal base, an armrest module, and a modular recliner. The armrest is modularly coupled to one side of the modular universal base and includes an armrest member, a stepped member, a base horizontal member, and a base vertical plate. The modular recliner is coupled to another side of the modular universal base, and includes a recliner base and a backrest module. The recliner base has a plurality of frames that are interconnected and mechanically attached to each other. The recliner base includes a recessed surface that forms a transverse gap within the recliner base, and a top support having a flat top surface aligned with top edges of the plurality of frames. The backrest module has two backrest sections with end plates configured to move, respectively, along the recessed surface.

Abstract: An automatic sofa is disclosed. The automatic sofa of the present disclosure includes: a main body having a back support body; a seat actuator disposed on the main body; and a seat unit disposed on the main body and connected to the seat actuator to move, wherein the seat actuator comprises a driving motor disposed on the main body, a sliding body disposed on the main body to be connected to the driving motor and configured to slide forward/backward with respect to the main body, a seat coupling body connected with the sliding body to move with the sliding body and coupling the seat unit thereto, and a rotary unit coupled at a first side to the main body, coupled at a second side to the seat coupling body, and configured to guide movement of the seat coupling body.

Abstract: A sofa bed can solve the problem of where to place a sofa in a smaller space or inside a recreational vehicle. The sofa can be completely flattened out to become a sofa bed. When not needed or when space is limited, the sofa bed can be folded directly against the wall. The sofa bed can include a back support cushion, a seat cushion and a leg rest. The back support and seat cushions can be supported by a frame underneath. A system of spring-loaded rods can be under the leg rest. These parts can be completely flattened or turned into a sofa, with the leg rests covering the frame underneath the sofa. The sofa can be folded to the wall, controlled by hydraulic rods at the bottom. The legs of the sofa bed and the hydraulic rods can be designed to not protrude from the wall when folded.

Abstract: A self-locking mechanism and a folding sofa are provided. The self-locking mechanism includes a support member, a locking member, a drive member and a switch member. The support member has a first end and a second end opposite to each other. The locking member has a first connection portion and a locking portion, and the first connection portion of the locking member is pivotally connected to the first end of the support member. One end of the drive member is pivotally connected to the first connection portion of the locking member. The switch member has a second connection portion and a switch portion, where the second connection portion of the switch member is pivotally connected to the second end of the support member and the other end of the drive member.

Abstract: An intelligent saucer and furniture are provided. The intelligent saucer includes a cup barrel, a cup frame, a wireless charging assembly, a refrigeration assembly, and a control unit electrically connected to the wireless charging assembly and the refrigeration assembly respectively. The cup frame includes a frame body fixedly connected to the cup barrel, a roller rotatably arranged on and partially exposed outside the frame body, and a baffle plate is slidably fitted with the frame body. Within a movement stroke, the baffle plate has a first operating state of exposing the roller, and a second operating state of sheltering the roller. The wireless charging assembly and the control unit are fixed in the frame body. The refrigeration assembly is fixed at one side of the frame body away from the cup barrel, and corresponding to the cup barrel. An encoder on the control unit is rotatably connected to the roller.

Abstract: A bed base kit includes left and right side rails and a head and foot rails. The first end of the left side rail interconnects with the left end of the head rail at a left head joint. The first end of the right side rail interconnects with the right end of the head rail at a right head joint. The second end of the left side rail interconnects with the left end of the foot rail at a left foot joint. The second end of the right side rail interconnects with the right end of the foot rail at a right foot joint. The joints have male and female interconnect elements cooperatively operable to interconnect the respective ends. A center rail may also be provided for supporting a midportion of slats, with the center rail having ends that interconnect with the head and foot rail.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a 4-fold foldable mattress support. The lower frame of foldable mattress support, which will be on the inside after folding, can be folded further inwardly by adding a set of hinge brackets. Therefore the edges of inner frames will not extend beyond the edges of outer frames in folding state. This can reduce the packing size and with simple structure. Further the present disclosure provides that strips on the cover used to grab unfolding the mattress support, as well as folding or unfolding with two ends of cover.

Abstract: This patent is for a Pure Prone Positioning (PPP) mattress (001) allowing for one or more people to sleep on a bed in the prone position with their face straight into the mattress plane. Structurally the mattress fits within a standard bed footprint and midpoint where the head is normally positioned on the mattress, a cavity of substantial size is designed for placement of a face rest proning assembly to be positioned there. The face rest proning assembly allows for longitudinal and lateral adjustments of the head and neck, and the padded face rest is adjustable to each face width. The face rest proning assembly allows for easy breathing of oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide. Since breathing is normal a person can be medicated while sleeping on the PPP mattress.

Abstract: A system can include a bed that includes a mattress and a controller. The controller can be configured to receive data indicating pressure changes in the mattress, aggregate the received data, determine an air-change-value based on the aggregated data to represent a change in mass, and generate instructions that, when executed, cause a pressure adjustment to the mattress based on the air-change-value that represents the change in mass.

Abstract: An inflatable cushion structure includes an inflatable cushion, a connecting unit, and a separating material unit. The inflatable cushion includes a upper surface layer, a lower surface layer, and multiple air passages. The connecting unit is mounted in each of the air passages and includes a first connecting member provided with multiple first transverse slits and a second connecting member provided with multiple second transverse slits. The separating material unit includes multiple separation plates each having a left end passing through one of the first transverse slits and a right end passing through one of the second transverse slits. Thus, the separation plates divide each of the air passages into multiple partition layers, so that the partition layers form a spacing between the upper surface layer and the lower surface layer.

Abstract: An inflatable product includes an external wall. The external wall includes a plurality of parts. The parts include a plurality of edges. The plurality of edges are connected to each other. At least one of the edges is not straight wherein the edge includes a concave portion, a convex portion and/or a flat portion.

Abstract: A handle adjustment mechanism includes at least one stand and an engaging structure. The at least one stand is installed on a frame of a child crib. A positioning structure is on the at least one stand. The engaging structure is coupled to a handle of the child crib and configured to engage with or disengage from the positioning structure for adjusting a position of the handle relative to the at least one stand to position the handle at different heights relative to the frame. The handle adjustment mechanism is easy to operate for allowing a caregiver to put the child in or take the child out of the child crib.

Abstract: In general a crib includes a first and second side that each have a first perimeter support having a bottom support portion, a first breathable material retained by the perimeter support, and a lateral support member that further supports the breathable material in a position within the perimeter support and attached to the perimeter support. The crib also includes third and fourth sides, wherein the first, second, third and fourth sides define an interior. The crib further includes a mattress support platform positioned in the interior and movable between a first position proximate the lateral support member and a second, lower position proximate the bottom portion of the perimeter support. The breathable material has an air permeability of between 385 CFM to 1530 CFM and a light permeability of between 47 and 99%.

Abstract: A guardrail, comprising plurality of guardrail panels, connecting member, corner fixing member and base; the guardrail panels includes upper edge portion and a plurality of extension arms extending downwardly from the upper edge portion, the two guardrail panels being stowed by interposing with each other through gaps between the extension arms, and the projection is provided at the bottom thereof. The upper edge portion is provided with a connecting portion, and the connecting member connects two side-by-side set guardrail panels together; the corner fixing member fixes and connects two relatively vertically set guardrail panels; the base is provided with pass through hole and receiving seat; it is used to receive a projection at the bottom of the extension arms so that the guardrail panels are connected to the base, and the ground spike are threaded inside the receiving seat to form a fixed connection with the ground.

Abstract: A retail merchandise tray and display incorporating the same are provided. The display includes a shelf and the tray mounted to the shelf. The tray includes a pair of opposed mounting rails with at least one tray section situated between the first and second mounting rails. A support leg is mounted to the first mounting rail and elevates a back end of the retail merchandise tray relative to a front end.

Abstract: An adaptable multi-use mirror is shown and described. The adaptable multi-use mirror includes a puck. In one example the puck is comprised of a first part and a second part. The second part of the puck is removably secured to a toilet. The first part of the puck is removably secured to the second part via at least one magnet. A mirror is secured to the first part of the puck. In additional examples the adaptable multi-use mirror may include any number of lights, sensors, and attachment devices as desired.

Abstract: An adjustable pillow has: a lower member, an upper member, and a lifting mechanism; the lower member having a neck supporting section at one end and an assembly space adjacent to the neck supporting section, the upper member having an assembly protrusion and a head supporting section extending from the assembly protrusion; wherein the assembly protrusion is capable of being correspondingly disposed in the assembly space such that the head supporting section is lower than the neck supporting section, and the assembly protrusion further comprises an accepting space at a bottom side for accepting the lifting mechanism for mounting between the lower member and the upper member.

Abstract: An adjustable and inflatable pillow is provided. The multi-chamber adjustable pillow includes a body having a first chamber and a second chamber. The first chamber encloses the second chamber and can receive air through a first valve to inflate the first chamber. The second chamber is able to receive air through a second valve, which passes through the first chamber. The firmness of the pillow can be adjusted by changing the amount of air disposed within the second chamber. The second chamber is positioned centrally within the body, while the first chamber encompasses the entire perimeter of the body. This allows the user to easily adjust the firmness of the pillow to their desired level of comfort. The pillow can be completely deflated for compact transport.

Abstract: A comfort pillow, comprising a first side, a second side having generally the same size and shape as the first side, a first panel partially joined to the second side and partially overlaying the second side in a first region, wherein the partial joining of the first panel to the second side forms a first storage compartment, wherein one or more articles may be frictionally stored within the storage compartment, and subsequently accessed, via the medial opening of the storage compartment, and a second panel partially joined to the second side and partially overlaying the second side in a second region adjacent the first region, wherein joining of the second panel to the second side forms a second storage compartment accessible, wherein the second storage compartment comprises a closure, and wherein one or more articles may be stored within the second storage compartment.

Abstract: A modular culinary storage system comprising a tray; a utensil bucket; a utensil block; and a knife block. The utensil block comprises a plurality of utensil block top surface apertures and a plurality of utensil block storage compartments. The knife block comprises a first front end member comprising a first front end member top surface notch; a second front end member, comprising a second front end member top surface notch, the first front end member top surface notch and the second front end member top surface notch defining a front end aperture; a plurality of elongated members; a back-end member; and a plurality of dividers disposed between at least one of the first front end member, the second front end member, the plurality of elongated members, and the back-end member. The tray is configured to house at least one of the utensil bucket, the utensil block, and the knife block.

Abstract: A garment hanger assembly comprising a multi-layered corrugated paper hanger body and a removable wire hook is disclosed. The multi-layered corrugated paper hanger body can be used with various removable hooks and has at least one layer that is oriented at substantially a 90° angle corrugation relative to an adjacent layer of corrugated paper. The removable wire hook can be used with various paper hanger bodies and has a horizontal extension that is configured to engage a hanger body when the wire hook is removably attached thereto.

Abstract: Foam edge waste may be shredded or ground into foam particles rather than discarding them. The particles may be mixed with an adhesive and subject to high temperature and high pressure to form into new foam bodies with configurable densities. Utilizing discarded foam sections this way reduces the waste of foam, reduces environmental pollution caused by foam waste combustion, offers more environmental protection and saves resources. The resulting foam articles have reduced water retention and provide superior comfort by making a foam with consistent properties from inconsistent materials.

Abstract: A detachable carpet is provided. The detachable carpet includes a carpet surface layer and an adhesive anti-skid layer, and the carpet surface layer and the adhesive anti-skid layer are detachably connected. The carpet surface layer includes a surface layer and a sticky layer, and the surface layer is arranged at a top end of the carpet surface layer. Bent protruded monofilaments are distributed on a lower surface of the sticky layer, and lumps are formed at the tops of the monofilaments after the monofilaments are melted/softened. The adhesive anti-skid layer includes a hooking surface layer and an anti-skid layer, and the anti-skid layer is arranged at a bottom of the adhesive anti-skid layer. After the protruded monofilaments on the lower surface of the sticky layer are subjected to thermal treatment, the top ends of the protruded monofilaments are melted/softened to form small lumps.

Abstract: An adjustable artificial Christmas tree configured to hang in a window or corner of a room. The tree incorporates innovative features that enable it to be easily adjusted for various heights, securely attached to a window frame or corner, and maintain stability during display. The tree's design ensures that it retains the appearance and charm of a traditional full-sized Christmas tree while offering enhanced placement options and versatility. The adjustable artificial tree assembly comprises a tree body having a plurality of vertical body extenders connected to one another by a connector between each vertical body extender, a plurality of adjustable tree branch brackets, at least one pair of vertically adjustable horizontal tree branch rods extending from each said adjustable tree branch bracket, a detachable base, and a hanging mechanism.

Abstract: A juicing module for cooperating with a preparation vessel with at least one rotatable tool holder, having at least one drive interface and at least one juicer tool, wherein the juicer tool is connectable to the drive interface so that a rotation of at least a part of the juicer tool can be effected with a rotation of the drive interface. The juicer tool has at least one guide body and at least one sieve unit, in that a movement between guide body and sieve unit can be effected with a rotation of the drive interface, and in that the guide body and the sieve unit are designed/arranged such that, with a relative movement between guide body and sieve unit, a foodstuff to be juiced can be conveyed into a tapering gap between the guide body and sieve unit in order to bring about a pressing force on the foodstuff.

Abstract: A dual action fruit stem removal apparatus that enables hands free fruit stem clipping of stems from two fruits simultaneously. The fruit stem removal apparatus includes an elongated base with a flexible cutting device disposed at first and second ends thereof which are configured to flexibly force a cutting blade against a stop block to cut a stem from a piece of fruit when the stem is inserted between the cutting blade and stop block of each cutting device.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus (10), comprising a host (60) and a container (50), wherein the host (60) is arranged outside the container (50), and the host (60) and the container (50) are arranged in parallel on a placement plane. Therefore, the overall stability of the cooking apparatus (10) can be effectively improved, and the container (50) and the host (60) can be prevented from shaking and tilting.

Abstract: The present disclosure is generally related to systems and methods for producing liquid extracts from a solid raw material, as well as related equipment. Certain aspects are related to the production of multiple liquid extract products using a single system by adjusting one or more displaceable fluidic pathway segments within the system to switch between first and second (or more) extraction configurations. In certain embodiments, a first liquid extract can be produced when the displaceable fluidic pathway segment is in a first configuration, and a second liquid extract (different from the first liquid extract) can be produced when the displaceable fluidic pathway segment in in a second configuration (different from the first configuration).

Abstract: A compact filtering and additive delivery system which is readily adaptable to a portable container, such as a sports bottle, and receives a modular additive container for the metered delivery of additive, such as flavor concentrate, to a stream of base liquid as the base liquid is drawn or dispensed from the container. The modular additive container configuration on the delivery system allows a consumer/user to experience different additives, such as different flavors or supplement compositions, for a given supply of base liquid, such as water, stored in the container. The system may be readily used with off-the-shelf containers, such as disposable water bottles. An additive container configuration provides modular additive delivery system as described herein.

Abstract: An improved brewing apparatus for producing a French press beverage includes a container for a beverage material and a brewing liquid, which has a sloped base extending inwardly from an upper point on its sidewall to a lower point on its bottom wall. The brewing apparatus also includes a plunger assembly coupled to its lid that has a rod and a separation mechanism. A downward force on the rod advances the separation mechanism for separating the beverage material from the brewing liquid to produce the beverage. The brewing apparatus further includes a spout for pouring the beverage from the container that has a bottom end connected to the container generally above and near the upper point of the sloped base. The brewing apparatus also includes a stopper mechanism removably coupled to the spout tip for generally sealing the spout from the beverage material and the brewing liquid entering the spout.

Abstract: The invention concerns a beverage production system comprising a pack (10) and a module (1) for producing a beverage from said pack,—said module (1) comprising:. a movable fluid processing device (11) to introduce a fluid in said pack and to dispense a beverage from the pack, and.a pack holder assembly (2), said pack holder assembly comprising a pack chamber (22 and a door (23),. the door (23) is movable relatively to the pack chamber and is configured to be positioned in at least:. a first opened position wherein said door uncovers the pack inlet (222) of the pack chamber, and. a second closed position wherein said door covers the pack inlet (222) of the pack chamber and is able to enclose the pack inside the pack chamber, wherein, when the door (23) is in the first opened position, the whole pack holder assembly (2) is removable from the module (1).

Abstract: The present invention discloses a telescoping needle structure and a coffee machine, including a handle, a top lid and a lower lid, a needle, structure includes a sliding seat sleeving a plurality of guiding posts of the lower lid, a needle is installed on the sliding seat, a lower portion of the handle is provided with a crank, in which a guiding groove is arranged, a first rotating shaft is rotatably connected with the sliding seat in the guiding groove, the first rotating shaft moves in the guiding groove to drive the sliding seat to enable the needle to stretch out and draw back. In the present invention, the first rotating shaft sliding in the guiding groove of the handle drives the sliding seat to slide up and down and enables the needle to reliably stretch out and draw back.

Abstract: A beverage machine that brews beverages from a beverage pod is described. The pod is container with a top surface and a bottom surface connected by a sidewall that form a cylinder. The pod contains whole brewing elements that can be ground into sub-elements by the brewing system for brewing into a beverage. The pod is actuatable between an open state and a closed state by a breaking system of the beverage machine. In the closed state the brewing elements are contained and in the open state the elements are released. The pod includes a failure mechanism on the sidewall that is engineered to fail when the pod is actuated by a breaking mechanism of the beverage machine. When actuated the failure mechanism fails such that the beverage pod can be pulled into a top portion and a bottom portion to release the brewing elements.

Abstract: Herein is provided a beverage apparatus for an aircraft galley. The apparatus includes: a fixed heater module including a hot water source configured to provide hot water; and a dispensing module. The dispensing module is slidably translatable relative to the fixed heater module between a retracted position and an extended position and includes: a brewing head; a support configured to support a beverage receptacle, wherein the support is attached to the brewing head; and a rigid pipe fluidly connecting the hot water source and the brewing head and attached to the brewing head. The brewing head, support and rigid pipe are configured to slidably translate together as a single unit.

Abstract: A device for storing and dispensing a heated liquid, and a method for operating such a device.

Abstract: The systems and methods provide a container assembly comprising: a container having a known storage capacity for storing a liquid; an additive dispensing assembly, the additive dispensing assembly dispensing variable, non-zero quantities of one or more additives into the liquid stored in the container; one or more vessels that each contain one of the additives, of the one or more additives, to be dispensed into the liquid; and a gas dispensing assembly, the gas dispensing assembly releasing a gas into the liquid stored in the container, and the gas dispensing assembly including: an onboard gas tank; a valve assembly; and a gas outlet, and the valve assembly controlling flow of gas from the onboard gas tank, through the valve assembly, and to the gas outlet so as to output the gas into the liquid; and wherein the valve assembly, to perform the controlling the flow of gas, is movable between: an open position, in which flow of gas is allowed to flow from the onboard gas tank to the gas outlet; and a closed posi

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses an empty pumping prevention apparatus. A bottom of a water tank is provided with a water outlet, and a temperature sensor is provided proximate the water outlet. After a heater stops heating, a water pumping action is performed; during operation of a water pump, temperature data collected by the temperature sensor is continuously read, and a current slope of temperature drop is calculated; then it is determined whether there is water based on a value of the current slope of temperature drop; and the water pump stops operating when it is determined that there is no water in the water tank.