System, a method and a capsule for preparing a pre-determined quantity of beverage

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PATENT NO 8846120
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13316427

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A system and method for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage suitable for consumption using an extractable product is disclosed. The system comprises: at least one disposable capsule; an apparatus comprising a fluid dispensing device for supplying an amount of fluid to the at least one capsule, a receptacle for accommodating the at least one capsule, and an outlet arrangement for supplying the beverage to a container, such as a cup. The at least one disposable capsule comprises a material barrier for enclosing an inner space comprising the extractable product. The disposable capsule further comprises a displaceable body conceived to interact with the material barrier for discontinuing at least an exit area thereof for enabling passage of the at least a portion of the beverage away from the capsule.

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SARA LEE/DE B VUTRECHT

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Biesheuvel, Arend Cornelis Jacobus Werkendam, NL 29 545
Brandt, Guido Bentleigh East, AU 29 386
Kamerbeek, Ralf De Meern, NL 69 1175
Koeling, Hendrik Cornelis Amersfoort, NL 62 1126
Wong, Kon Euan Gerard Burwood East, AU 29 499

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