Invention Application

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AN AUTOMATED VENDING MACHINE FOR BLENDING CUSTOMIZED DRINKS OR MEALS
Abstract:
An apparatus has a container conveyor configured to transport a container to locations within the apparatus. The locations include a liquid station comprising a liquid source configured to dispense a liquid to the container, an additive station comprising an additive source configured to dispense an additive to the container, a distribution station accessible to a user and configured to receive the container, and a blending station separate from the liquid station, the additive station, and the distribution station. The blending station includes a blending mechanism configured to blend, in the container, the liquid and the additive to form a mixture. The blending station also has a cleaning chamber with a cleaning mechanism configured to clean remains of the mixture from the blending mechanism and the cleaning chamber.
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