专利摘要:
Capsule containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking drink. The capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a side wall and an outwardly extending flange and a sealing member at the outwardly extending flange for providing fluid-tight contact with a flange. enclosure member of the beverage preparation device. The beverage preparation device comprises an annular member having a free contact end which may be provided with a plurality of radially extending open grooves. The capsule comprises a support for the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of the closure member of the beverage preparation device, said holder enclosing at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular member.
公开号:FR3036105A3
申请号:FR1654339
申请日:2016-05-16
公开日:2016-11-18
发明作者:Hielke Dijkstra；Arend Hendrik Groothornte；Gaasbeek Erik Pieter Van；Marc Henrikus Joseph Ottenschot；Ralf Kamerbeek；Armin Sjoerd Eijsackers；John Henri Flamand；Andrew Michael Halliday；Nicholas Andrew Hansen
申请人:Douwe Egberts BV；
IPC主号:

专利说明:

[0001] The invention relates to a capsule containing a substance for the preparation of a drinkable beverage by extracting and disposing of a drinkable beverage. / or dissolving the substance by supplying a fluid under pressure to the capsule, wherein the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a central capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a wall lateral and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule further comprising an aluminum lid attached to the outwardly extending flange, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises an element sealing at the outwardly extending flange to provide fluid-tight contact with an enclosure member of a beverage preparation device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of a closure element of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the beverage preparation device such that the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and at least a portion of the capsule sealing member are sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein the beverage preparation device enclosure member comprises an annular member having a central annular member axis and a free contact end, said contact end free of the annular member being optionally provided with a plurality of radially extending open grooves. The invention also relates to a system for preparing a drinking beverage from a capsule using a pressurized fluid in the capsule, comprising: a beverage preparation device comprising an enclosure member for receiving the capsule, wherein the enclosure member comprises fluid injection means for supplying fluid under pressure to the capsule, wherein the beverage preparation device further comprises a closure member, such as an extraction plate, for closing the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device, wherein the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device further comprises an annular element having a central annular element axis and a free contact end said free contact end of the annular element being optionally provided with a plurality of radially extending open grooves; A capsule containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by means of the fluid supplied under pressure into the capsule by the fluid injection means of the beverage preparation device, in wherein the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a center capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a sidewall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule comprising in addition to an aluminum cover attached to the outwardly extending flange, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises a flange-sealing member extending outwardly for supplying a fluid-tight contact with the enclosure element of the beverage-making device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the boiling-preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of the closing element of the beverage preparation device, so that the flange extending outwardly of the capsule 15 and at least a part of the sealing member of the capsule are sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure member of the beverage preparation device. In addition, the invention relates to the use of a capsule in a beverage preparation device comprising an enclosure member for receiving the capsule, wherein the enclosure member comprises fluid injection means for supplying the pressurized fluid into the capsule, wherein the beverage preparation device further comprises a closure member, such as an extraction plate, for closing the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, in wherein the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device further comprises an annular element having a central annular element axis and a free contact end, said free contact end of the annular element being optionally provided with a a plurality of radially extending open grooves; wherein the capsule contains a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by means of the pressurized fluid in the capsule by the fluid injection means of the beverage preparation device, in wherein the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a center capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a side wall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule further comprising an aluminum cover attached to the outwardly extending flange, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises a sealing member at the outwardly extending flange to provide a fluid-tight contact with the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the preparation device iOn drink and that the enclosure element is closed by means of the closure element of the beverage preparation device, so that the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and at least a portion of the The sealing member of the capsule is sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure member of the beverage preparation device. Such a capsule, such a system and such use are known from EP 1 700 548 B1. In the known system, the capsule is provided with a stepped sealing member, i.e., a sudden increase in the diameter of the side wall of the capsule, and the element of enclosure of this known system has a sealing surface acting on the sealing member to provide the deflection of the sealing member, the sealing surface being inclined so that the deflection of the sealing member is a deformation inward and downward of the step. Further, in the known system, the enclosure member comprises a capsule holder and a manually or automatically operated mechanism for relative movement of the enclosure member and the capsule holder. The manually or automatically operated mechanism applies a force to the seal member of the capsule when the enclosure member closes on the capsule holder. This force ensures the fluid-tight seal between the enclosure member and the capsule. Since the manually or automatically operated mechanism is arranged to be moved relative to the base, the sealing capabilities of the system may depend on the pressure of the fluid injected by the fluid injection means. If the pressure of the fluid increases, the force between the sealing element of the capsule and the free end of the enclosure member increases too much and thus the force between the sealing element of the capsule and the The free end of the enclosure element also increases. Such a system is described later. The sealing element of the capsule must be arranged so that after reaching the maximum fluid pressure in the enclosure element, the sealing element still provides fluid-tight contact between the element speaker and capsule. However, the sealing element must also be arranged so that before or at the beginning of the infusion when the pressure of the fluid in the enclosure element outside the capsule is relatively low, the sealing member also provides fluid-tight contact between the enclosure member and the capsule. If at the beginning of the infusion there is no fluid-tight contact between the capsule and the enclosure member, leakage occurs. However, if the leakage occurs, there is a real chance that the pressure in the enclosure member and the outside of the capsule will not increase enough to increase the force on the sealing member by of the free end of the enclosure element if the mechanism manually or automatically actuated moves the enclosure element towards the capsule support. Only if there is sufficient initial sealing, the pressure in the enclosure element increases, whereby also the force of the free end of the enclosure element acting on the sealing element of the The capsule increases to provide fluid tight contact also to the increased fluid pressure. In addition, this increased fluid pressure outside the capsule also provides increased fluid pressure within the capsule which is essential if the capsule is provided with a lid which is arranged to open by tearing on relief elements of the capsule holder (also called extraction plate) of the beverage preparation device under the influence of the fluid pressure in the capsule. It follows from the above that the sealing element is an element that is very critical from a design point of view. Fluid-tight contact between the enclosure member and the capsule may be provided at a relatively low fluid pressure if only a relatively small force is applied to the sealing member by means of the fluid. free end of the enclosure member, but fluid-tight contact is also provided at a substantially higher fluid pressure in the enclosure element outside the capsule if a higher force is applied by means of the free end of the enclosure element on the sealing element of the capsule. In particular, when the free contact end of the enclosure member is provided with radially extending open grooves which serve as the air inlet passage once the force between the enclosure member and the capsule holder is released so that it is easier for a user to remove the capsule, the seal member must also be able to "close" the radially extending open grooves to provide an effective seal . An object of the invention is to provide an alternative sealing element which is relatively easy to manufacture, which is environmentally friendly if the capsule is discarded after use and / or which provides a satisfactory seal even in the case. an enclosure member whose free contact end is provided with radially extending open grooves. Another object of the invention is to propose an alternative system for preparing a drinking beverage from a capsule and to propose an alternative use of a capsule in a beverage preparation device.
[0002] According to the invention, in a first aspect, a capsule containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking drink is proposed by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by supplying a fluid under pressure into the capsule, in which the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a central capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a side wall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule further comprising a an aluminum cover attached to the outwardly extending flange, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the cap 5 further comprises a sealing member at the outwardly extending flange to provide a fluid-tight contact with an enclosure member of a beverage-making device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage-making device and the element of the enclosure is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the beverage preparation device, so that the flange extending outwards from the capsule and at least a portion of the sealing member of the capsule are sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein the The container of the beverage preparation device comprises an annular member having a central annular member axis and a first free contact end, said free contact end of the annular member being optionally provided with a plurality of open grooves extending radially, characterized in that the sealing element is integral with the outwardly extending flange and comprises at least one protrusion projecting from the flange s'. outwardly extending, said at least one protrusion comprising an upper projection, and wherein the at least one protrusion is configured such that its projection upper portion exerts a radial force on the free contact end of the protrusion annular member if the capsule is positioned in the container member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of the closure member of the beverage preparation device, said holder containing the at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular member, wherein, prior to use, at least a first portion of the support is located at a first height above the cover, wherein, in use, when closing the enclosure element by means of the closing element, the at least a first part of the support is lowered by the displacement of the free contact end of the enclosure. annular element towards the closure element, wherein the support is at least partially folded over the free contact end of the annular element so that, after closing the enclosure element by means of the The closure element, the at least a first portion of the support is located at a second height above the cover, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero. Since the carrier encloses at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular member if the capsule is positioned in the beverage container precuring member and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device, a satisfactory seal can be obtained. Such a support is relatively easy to manufacture. In addition, the capsule can provide a satisfactory seal with the free contact end provided with radially extending open grooves. Since, during closure of the enclosure member, the support is at least partially folded over the free contact end of the annular element, an engagement providing excellent sealing between the capsule and the element. pregnant is obtained. In this application, the existence of a fluid-tight contact means that 10 0 to 6%, preferably 0 to 4%, more preferably 0 to 2.5% of the total fluid fed to the fluid element. pregnant to prepare the drink may leak due to the leakage between the free contact end and the sealing element of the capsule. The invention is particularly advantageous when, in one embodiment of a capsule, the capsule is filled with 5 to 20 grams, preferably 5 to 10 grams, more preferably 5 to 7 grams of an extractable product. , such as roast and ground coffee. In one embodiment of a capsule according to the invention which is particularly easy to manufacture, the outer diameter of the flange extending outwardly of the capsule is greater than the diameter of the bottom of the capsule. Preferably, the outer diameter of the outwardly extending flange is approximately 37.1 mm and the bottom diameter of the capsule is approximately 23.3 mm. The invention is particularly advantageous when, in one embodiment of a capsule, the thickness of the aluminum capsule body is 20 to 200 micrometers, preferably 100 micrometers. The invention is particularly advantageous when, in one embodiment of a capsule, the thickness of the aluminum lid is 15 to 65 micrometers, preferably 30 to 45 micrometers and more preferably 39 micrometers.
[0003] In one embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, the wall thickness of the aluminum lid is smaller than the wall thickness of the aluminum capsule body. In another embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, the aluminum lid is arranged to open by tearing on a closure element of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the device. of beverage preparation under the influence of fluid pressure in the capsule.
[0004] In one embodiment of a capsule according to the invention which is particularly easy to manufacture, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body has a free end opposite to the bottom, the flange extending outwardly. extending from said free end of the side wall in a direction at least substantially transverse to the center capsule body axis. Preferably, the outwardly extending flange includes a coiled outer edge, which is beneficial to achieve satisfactory sealing with the free contact end provided with radially extending open grooves. The radius around the center capsule body axis of an inner edge of the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange is preferably at least 32 mm, so that the clearance from the annular end surface of the enclosure element is guaranteed. It is then preferred that the sealing member is positioned between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and an inner edge of the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange to provide a still more satisfactory seal. To ensure that the wound outer edge does not interfere with the operation of a wide variety of commercially available and future beverage preparation apparatuses, the outwardly extending flange has a larger dimension of its section. radial about 1.2 millimeters.
[0005] The invention is particularly beneficial for capsules whose inner diameter of the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is about 29.5 mm. The distance between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the outermost edge of the outwardly extending flange may be about 3.8 millimeters. The preferred height of the aluminum capsule body is about 28.4 mm. In one embodiment of a capsule according to the invention which, after use, is easier for a user to remove from a beverage preparation device, the aluminum capsule body is truncated, in which preferably the side wall of the aluminum capsule body encloses an angle with a line transverse to the center capsule body axis of about 97.5 °. In an advantageous embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, the bottom of the aluminum capsule body has a larger internal diameter of about 23.3 mm. It is preferred that the bottom of the aluminum capsule body is truncated, preferably having a bottom height of about 4.0 mm and that the bottom further has a generally flat central portion opposite the lid having a diameter of about 8.3 mm. Practically in all cases, a satisfactory seal can be obtained in one embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, in which the height of the sealing member portion which must firstly in contact with the free end of the enclosure element when the enclosure element is closed, is at least about 0.1 mm, more preferably about 0.2 mm and preferably between all of at least 0.8 mm and at most 3 mm, still preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1.2 mm. In a preferred embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, the capsule comprises an inner surface and wherein, on the inner surface of at least the side wall of the capsule, an internal coating is provided. In particular, when the capsule is made by deep drawing, the inner liner facilitates the deep drawing process. In the case in which the aluminum lid of the capsule is fixed on the flange extending outwards by means of a sealing lacquer, this is particularly advantageous when said inner lining is composed of the same material as the sealing lacquer. Depending on the internal liner used, it is preferred that the sealing element be free of internal liner to prevent crumbling of the inner liner of the sealing member. In one embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, the capsule comprises an outer surface, in which, on the outer surface of the capsule, a colored lacquer is provided. To facilitate the deep drawing process, it is preferred to apply an external coating to an external surface of the colored lacquer. Depending on the colored lacquer and the outer coating used, it is preferred that the sealing element be free (and consequently the outer coating) of colored lacquer to prevent the flaking of the colored lacquer and the coating. from the sealing element. In one embodiment of a capsule according to the invention which is easy to manufacture, the support surrounding at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element is at least partially formed by the sealing element . Preferably, in this case, the sealing member comprises two spaced projections 30, each protruding from the outwardly extending flange with a plate between the two projections so that said at least a first portion of the plate defines a predetermined depth of a space between the two projections, wherein the radial distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is surrounded by the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device and in which, before use, the at least one first part of the tray is located at a first height above the cover of .3036105 9 so that the space has a first depth, in which, in use, when closing the element d enclosure by means of the closing element, the at least a first part of the plate is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the free contact end, wherein after closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure member, the at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above of the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero and the space has a second depth relative to the at least a first portion which is larger than the first depth . Since, during closure of the enclosure element, the tray is at least partially folded over the free contact end of the annular element, an excellent engagement ensuring sealing between the capsule and the sealing element. closure is obtained. In addition, the fact that the depth of said space is increased so that a large relative portion of the annular member is positioned in the space makes it possible to improve the sealing engagement between the capsule and the housing. speaker element. In this case, it is also advantageous when the distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is in contact with the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the device. of the beverage preparation and that the enclosure element is closed by means of the closure element of the beverage preparation device. The two spaced projections and the tray may be arranged so that the free contact end of the annular member is in contact with the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device. and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device. Alternatively, the sealing element of the capsule comprises in this case a protrusion projecting from the outwardly extending flange and a plate between the projection and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, in wherein the support is formed by the projection, the plate and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, wherein the distance between the projection and the side wall is such that the free contact end of the annular member is enclosed by the protrusion and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of an element closure of the beverage preparation device, wherein, prior to use, at least a first portion of the tray is located at a first height above the lid, wherein, in use, upon closing of the enclosure element by means of the closing element the at least a first part of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the tray is at least partially folded over the end of 5 free contact, and wherein, after closing the enclosure member by means of the closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero. Since, during closure of the enclosure member, the tray is at least 10, partially folded over the free contact end of the annular member an excellent engagement ensuring sealing between the capsule and the housing. closing element is obtained. The distance between the projection and the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is such that the free contact end of the annular member is in contact with the protrusion and the side wall of the aluminum capsule body if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of the closure element of the beverage preparation device. Preferably, the protrusion, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the tray are arranged so that the free contact end of the annular element is in contact with the tray if the capsule is positioned in the element. of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device. According to yet another embodiment of the capsule according to the invention for further improving the seal, at least one protrusion comprises an upper portion of the protrusion, and wherein the at least one protrusion is configured so that that its upper part of the projection exerts a radial force on the free contact end of the annular element if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed By means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device. In particular, when the plate is substantially flat and is inclined relative to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum capsule, the force exerted provides an additional sealing effect. In yet another embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, at least one projection comprises a side wall of the projection which is inclined with respect to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum capsule. .
[0006] The tray is substantially flat or may comprise a curved portion which is preferably adapted to the shape of the free contact end of the annular member. According to the invention, in a second aspect, there is provided a system for preparing a drinkable beverage from a capsule, using a pressurized fluid in the capsule, comprising: a beverage preparation device comprising an element enclosure for receiving the capsule, wherein the enclosure member comprises fluid injection means for supplying pressurized fluid to the capsule, wherein the beverage preparation device further comprises a closure member , such as an extraction plate, for closing the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device, wherein the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device further comprises an annular member having a centering axis. a central annular element and a free contact end, said free contact end of the annular element being optionally provided with a plurality of open grooves extending therethrough dialement; a capsule containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by means of the pressurized fluid in the capsule by the fluid injection means of the beverage preparation device, wherein the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a center capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a side wall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule further comprising a an aluminum cover attached to the outwardly extending flange, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises a sealing member at the outwardly extending flange to provide a fluid-tight contact with the enclosure element of the beverage-making device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage-making device and the the enclosure member is closed by means of the closing element of the beverage preparation device, so that the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and at least a portion of the sealing member of the the capsule are sealingly engaged between the enclosure element and the closure element of the beverage preparation device, characterized in that the capsule comprises a support for the enclosure element of the device for preparing the beverage. when the capsule is positioned in the container member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of the closure member of the beverage preparation device, said holder enclosing at least one a portion of the free contact end of the annular element. Since the support encloses at least a portion 3036105 12 of the free contact end of the annular member if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of the closing element of the beverage preparation device, a satisfactory seal can be obtained. Such a support is relatively easy to manufacture. Moreover, in such a system, the capsule provides a satisfactory seal with the free contact end provided with grooves radially extending openings. With respect to the preferred embodiments of the system as mentioned in the dependent claims which relate to the same features as the features of the capsule dependent claims, reference is made to the above part. The invention is particularly suitable in a system according to the invention, wherein, in use, the maximum fluid pressure in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably between 12 and 18 bar. Even at such high pressures, a satisfactory seal can be obtained between the capsule and the beverage preparation device. Preferably, the system is arranged so that, during use, during the infusion, a free end of the container member of the beverage preparation device exerts a force F2 on the sealing member of the the capsule for providing fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N, preferably in the range of 750 to 1250 N when the fluid pressure P2 in the container member of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably 12 to and 18 bar. In particular, the system is arranged so that, in use, before or at the beginning of the infusion, a free end of the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device exerts a force F1 on the element d sealing the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein Fl is in the range of 30 to 150 N, preferably in the range of 40 to 150 N, more preferably 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the chamber element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range from 0.1 to 4 bar, preferably from 0.1 to 1 bar.
[0007] In one embodiment of a system according to the invention, wherein the plurality of radially extending open grooves are uniformly spaced relative to each other in the tangential direction of the free contact end of the Thus, it is easier for a user to remove the capsule while still being able to provide a satisfactory seal between the capsule and the beverage preparation device. In an advantageous embodiment of a system according to the invention, the longest tangential width of each groove (upper part with upper part, that is to say equal to the pitch of groove with groove) is 0, 9 to 1.1 mm, preferably 0.95 to 1.05 mm, more preferably 0.98 to 1.02 mm, wherein a maximum height of each groove in an axial direction of the housing member of the The beverage preparation device is 0.01 to 0.09 mm, preferably 0.03 to 0.07 mm, more preferably 0.045 to 0.055 mm, most preferably 0.05 mm, and wherein the number of grooves is 90 to 110, preferably 96. The radial width of the annular end surface at the location of the grooves may, for example, be from 0.05 to 0.9 mm, preferably from 0.2 to 0.7 mm and more preferably 0.3 to 0.55 mm. The invention is particularly suitable when applied to an embodiment of a system according to the invention in which, during use, when the closure element of the beverage preparation device closes the element of the invention. the beverage preparation device enclosure at least the free contact end of the beverage preparation device enclosure member can move relative to the closure member of the beverage preparation device under the effect of the fluid pressure in the container member of the beverage preparation device to the closure member of the beverage preparation device to apply the maximum force between the capsule flange and the free end of the beverage preparation device enclosure member of the beverage preparation device. The enclosure member 25 may comprise a first portion and a second portion, wherein the second portion includes the free contact end of the speaker member, wherein the second portion is movable relative to the first portion. part between a first and a second position. The second portion can move from the first position to the second position in the direction of the closure member under the influence of the fluid pressure in the enclosure member. The force F1, as discussed above, can be reached if the second part is in the first position with a fluid pressure P1. The force F2, as discussed above, can be reached if the second part is moved to the second position under the influence of fluid pressure P2 in the enclosure element.
[0008] According to the invention, it is proposed, in a third aspect, a use of a capsule according to the invention in a beverage preparation device comprising an enclosure element for receiving the capsule, wherein the enclosure element comprises fluid injection means for supplying the pressurized fluid 3036105 into the capsule, wherein the beverage preparation device further comprises a closure member, such as an extraction plate, for closing the element enclosure of the beverage preparation device, wherein the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device further comprises an annular element 5 having a central annular element axis and a free contact end, said contact end free of the annular member being optionally provided with a plurality of radial grooves; wherein the capsule contains a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by means of the pressurized fluid in the capsule by the fluid injection means of the beverage preparation device, wherein the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a central capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a sidewall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule comprising in addition to an aluminum lid attached to the outwardly extending flange, the lid 15 sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises a sealing member at the outwardly extending flange for supplying a fluid-tight contact with the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the preparation device the beverage element and is closed by means of the closure device of the beverage preparation device, so that the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and at least a part of the element sealing of the capsule is sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure member of the beverage preparation device. With regard to the advantage of using the invention and the preferred embodiments of the use, as mentioned in the dependent claims which relate to the same features as the features of the capsule-dependent claims or System-dependent claims, reference is made to the above part. Thus, the invention thus proposes, according to a first aspect, a capsule containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by supplying a fluid under pressure in the capsule, in which the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a central capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a side wall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule further comprising a lid of aluminum fixed to the outwardly extending flange, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises a sealing member at the flange extending outwardly to provide a sealed contact to the fluid with an enclosure member of a beverage preparation device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the The enclosure is closed by means of a closure element of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the beverage preparation device, so that the flange extending outwardly from the the capsule and at least a portion of the sealing member of the capsule are sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein the The container of the beverage preparation device comprises an annular element having a central annular element axis and a free contact first end, said free contact end of the annular element being optionally provided with a plurality of open grooves. extending radially, characterized in that the capsule comprises a support for the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of the closing element of the beverage preparation device, said support enclosing at least a part of the free contact end of the element ring, in which, before use, at least a first portion of the support is located at a first height above the cover, wherein, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of The closure element, the at least a first part of the support is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element, in which the support is at least partially folded over the the free contact end of the annular element so that, after closure of the enclosure element by means of the closure element, the at least a first part of the support is located at a second e height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero. According to some embodiments, the capsule further comprises one or more of the following characteristics, taken alone or in any technically possible combination: the capsule is filled with 5 to 20 grams, preferably 5 to 10 grams, still preferably 5 to 7 grams of an extractable product such as roast and ground coffee; the outer diameter of the flange extending outwardly of the capsule is greater than the diameter of the bottom of the capsule; the outer diameter of the outwardly extending flange is approximately 37.1 mm and the bottom diameter of the capsule is approximately 23.3 mm; The thickness of the aluminum capsule body is 20 to 200 micrometers, preferably 100 micrometers; the thickness of the aluminum lid is from 15 to 65 micrometers, preferably from 30 to 45 micrometers and still more preferably from 39 to 5 micrometers; the wall thickness of the aluminum cover is less than the wall thickness of the aluminum capsule body; the aluminum cover is arranged to open by tearing on a closure element of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the beverage preparation device under the influence of the pressure of the fluid in the capsule; the side wall of the aluminum capsule body has a free end opposite the bottom, the outwardly extending flange extending from said free end of the side wall in a direction at least substantially transverse to the center capsule body axis; the outwardly extending flange comprises a wound outer edge; an inner edge of the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has a radius about the center capsule body axis of at least 32 mm; the sealing member is positioned between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and an inner edge of the wound outer edge of the outwardly extending flange; the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has the largest radial section dimension of about 1.2 millimeters; the inner diameter of the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is about 29.5 mm; the distance between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the outermost edge of the outwardly extending flange is about 3.8 millimeters; a height of the aluminum capsule body is about 28.4 mm: the aluminum capsule body is truncated, in which preferably the side wall of the aluminum capsule body encloses an angle with a transverse line relative to at center capsule body axis of about 97.5 °; the bottom of the aluminum capsule body has a larger internal diameter of about 23.3 mm; the bottom of the aluminum capsule body is truncated, preferably having a bottom height of about 4.0 mm and in which the bottom further has a generally flat central portion opposite the lid having a diameter of about 8 mm. , 3 mm; the height of the sealing member portion intended to be in first contact with the first free end of the enclosure element when the enclosure element is closed, is at least about 0 , 1 mm, more preferably at least 0.2 mm and most preferably at least 0.8 mm and at most 3 mm, more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1.2 mm; the capsule comprises an inner surface and wherein on the inner surface of at least the side wall of the capsule is provided an inner liner; the aluminum cap of the capsule is attached to the outwardly extending flange by means of a sealing lacquer, said inner lining being composed of the same material as the sealing lacquer; the sealing element is devoid of the inner liner; The capsule comprises an outer surface, and in which, on the outer surface of the capsule, a colored lacquer is provided; on an outer surface of the colored lacquer, an outer coating is provided; the sealing element is devoid of colored lacquer; The support surrounding at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element is at least partially formed by the sealing element; the sealing member comprises two spaced projections, each protruding from the outwardly extending flange with a plate between the two projections 25 so that said at least a first portion of the plate defines a predetermined depth of a space between the two projections, in which the radial distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is surrounded by the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the device 30 and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device and in which, before use, the at least a first part of the tray is located at a first height above the lid so that the space has a first depth, in which, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of the element of closing, the at least a first portion of the plate is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the free contact end , wherein after closing the enclosure member by means of the closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero 5 and the space has a second depth with respect to said at least a first portion which is larger than the first depth; the distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is in contact with the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the element enclosure is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device; the two spaced projections and the plate are arranged in such a way that the free contact end of the annular element is contacted by the plate 15 if the capsule is positioned in the chamber element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device; the sealing member comprises a protrusion projecting from the outwardly extending flange and a plate between the projection and the side wall of the body of the aluminum cap, wherein the support is formed by the protrusion, the plate and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, wherein the distance between the projection and the side wall is such that the free contact end of the annular element is enclosed by the projection and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device, wherein, prior to use, at least a first portion of the tray is located at a first height above the lid, wherein, in use, upon closure of the enclosure member by means of the 'comp closing the at least a first portion of the plate is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the contact end in which, after closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero; The protrusion, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the tray are arranged so that the projection and the side wall of the aluminum capsule body come into contact with the free contact end of the annular element if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device 5 and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device; the protrusion, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the plate are arranged so that the free contact end of the annular element comes into contact with the plate in the case where the capsule is positioned in the element enclosure of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device; at least one projection comprises an upper portion of the projection, and wherein the at least one protrusion is configured so that its upper portion of the projection exerts a radial force on the free contact end of the element annular if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device; at least one protrusion includes a side wall of the protrusion which is inclined with respect to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum capsule; the tray is substantially flat; the tray comprises a curved portion; the tray is substantially flat and the tray is inclined with respect to the flange 25 extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum cap; the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element if, in use, the maximum fluid pressure in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably 12 to 18 bar; the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element if, during the infusion, said free contact end of the the annular member exerts a force F2 on the capsule sealing structure, wherein F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N, preferably in the range of 750 to 1250 N when the fluid pressure P2 in said member of the enclosure outside the capsule is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably between 12 and 18 bar the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, fluid-tight, the at least a part of the free contact end of the annular element if, in use, before or at the beginning of the infusion, said free contact end of the annular element exerts a force F1 on the structure of the annular element. sealing of the capsule, in wherein the force F1 is in the range of 30 to 150 N, preferably 40 to 150 N and more preferably 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 0.1 to 4 bar, preferably 0.1 to 1 bar; The sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a part of the free contact end of the annular element if the free contact end of the annular element which is compressed against the sealing structure has a plurality of radially extending open grooves uniformly spaced relative to each other in the circumferential direction of said free contact end of the annular member; the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element if the greatest width of each of said grooves 20 is 0, 9 to 1.1 mm, preferably from 0.95 to 1.05 mm, more preferably from 0.98 to 1.02 mm, wherein a maximum height of each of said grooves in an axial direction of the element The container of the beverage preparation device is 0.01 to 0.09 mm, preferably 0.03 to 0.07 mm, more preferably 0.045 to 0.055 mm, most preferably 0.05 to 0.05 mm. mm, and wherein the number of said grooves is 90 to 110, preferably 96; the sealing structure and the rest of the capsule body are made of the same plate material. According to a second aspect, the invention also provides a system for preparing a drinkable beverage from a capsule using a pressurized fluid in the capsule, comprising: a beverage preparation device comprising an enclosure member for receiving the capsule, wherein the enclosure member comprises fluid injection means for supplying pressurized fluid to the capsule, wherein the beverage preparation device further comprises a closure member such as an extraction plate, for closing the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device, wherein the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device further comprises an annular element having an annular element axis 3036105 central and a free contact end, said free contact end of the annular element being optionally provided with a plurality of open grooves extends radially; and a capsule containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by supplying a fluid under pressure to the capsule, wherein the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a body axis center capsule, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a sidewall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule further comprising an aluminum lid attached to the flange extending towards the externally, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises a sealing member at the outwardly extending flange for providing fluid-tight contact with a housing member of a device of the beverage preparation if the capsule is positioned in the container member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device such that the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and at least a portion of the capsule sealing member are sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure element of the beverage preparation device, characterized in that the capsule comprises a support for the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the device of the beverage preparation and that the enclosure element is closed by means of the closing element of the beverage preparation device, said support enclosing at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element, in which, before use, at least a first portion of the support is located at a first height above the cover, wherein, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of the closure element, the at least a first portion of the support is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element to the closure element, wherein the support is at least partially folded on the end 30 free contact of the annular element such that, after closing the enclosure element by means of the closure element, the at least a first part of the support is located at a second height above of the cover, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero.
[0009] According to some embodiments, the system further comprises one or more of the following features, taken in isolation or in any technically feasible combination: the capsule is filled with 5 to 20 grams, preferably 5 to 10 grams still more preferably 5 to 7 grams of an extractable product such as roast and ground coffee; the outer diameter of the flange extending towards the outside of the capsule is greater than the diameter of the bottom of the capsule; the outer diameter of the outwardly extending flange is approximately 37.1 mm and the bottom diameter of the capsule is approximately 23.3 mm; the thickness of the aluminum capsule body is 20 to 200 micrometers, preferably 100 micrometers; the thickness of the aluminum lid is 15 to 65 micrometers, preferably 30 to 45 micrometers and more preferably 39 micrometers; the wall thickness of the aluminum cover is less than the wall thickness of the aluminum capsule body; the aluminum lid is arranged to open by tearing on a closure element of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the beverage preparation device under the influence of the pressure of the fluid in the capsule ; The side wall of the aluminum capsule body has a free end opposite the bottom, the outwardly extending flange extending from said free end of the side wall in a direction at least substantially transverse to the central capsule body axis; the outwardly extending flange comprises a wound outer edge; An inner edge of the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has a radius about the center capsule body axis of at least 32 mm; the sealing member is positioned between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and an inner edge of the wound outer edge of the outwardly extending flange; The outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has the largest radial section dimension of about 1.2 millimeters; the internal diameter of the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is approximately 29.5 mm; the distance between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the outermost edge of the outwardly extending flange is about 3.8 millimeters; a height of the aluminum capsule body is approximately 28.4 mm; The aluminum capsule body is truncated, wherein preferably the side wall of the aluminum capsule body encloses an angle with a line transverse to the center capsule body axis of about 97.5 ° ; The bottom of the aluminum capsule body has a larger internal diameter of about 23.3 mm; the bottom of the aluminum capsule body is truncated, preferably having a bottom height of about 4.0 mm and in which the bottom further has a generally flat central portion opposite the lid having a diameter of about 8, 3 mm; the height of the sealing member portion intended to be firstly in contact with the first free end of the enclosure element when the enclosure element is closed, is at least about 0 , 1 mm, more preferably at least 0.2 mm and most preferably at least 0.8 mm and at most 3 mm, more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at maximum of 1.2 mm; - The capsule comprises an inner surface and wherein on the inner surface of at least the side wall of the capsule, there is provided an inner liner; the aluminum cap of the capsule is attached to the outwardly extending flange by means of a sealing lacquer, said inner lining being composed of the same material as the sealing lacquer; the sealing element is devoid of the inner liner; the capsule comprises an external surface, and in which, on the outer surface of the capsule, a colored lacquer is provided; On an external surface of the colored lacquer, an outer coating is provided; the sealing element is devoid of colored lacquer; the support surrounding at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element is at least partially formed by the sealing element; the sealing member comprises two spaced projections, each protruding from the outwardly extending flange with a plate between the two projections so that said at least a first portion of the tray defines a predetermined depth of a space between the two projections, in which the radial distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is surrounded by the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the device of beverage preparation and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device and wherein, prior to use, the at least a first portion of the tray is located at a first height above the lid so that the space has a first depth, in which, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of the same In the case of closing, at least a first part of the plate is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the contact end. in which, after closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero and the space has a second depth relative to said at least a first portion which is larger than the first depth; the distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is in contact with the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the element enclosure is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device; the two spaced projections and the plate are arranged in such a way that the free contact end of the annular element is contacted by the plate if the capsule is positioned in the chamber element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device; the sealing member comprises a protrusion projecting from the outwardly extending flange and a plate between the projection and the side wall of the body of the aluminum cap, wherein the support is formed by the projection, the plate and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, in which the distance between the projection and the side wall is such that the free contact end of the annular element is enclosed by the projection and the lateral wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device, wherein, prior to use, at least a first portion of the tray is located at a first height above the lid, wherein, in use, upon closure of the enclosure member by means of the element the at least one first portion of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the tray is at least partially folded over the end of the tray. free contact, and wherein, after closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero; the distance between the projection and the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is such that the free contact end of the annular member is in contact with the projection and the side wall of the aluminum capsule body if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of a closure element of the beverage preparation device. The protrusion, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the plate are arranged so that the free contact end of the annular element comes into contact with the plate in the case where the capsule is positioned in the element. the enclosure of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device; at least one projection comprises an upper part of the projection, and wherein the at least one projection is configured such that its upper part of the projection exerts a radial force on the free contact end of the annular element. if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element 25 - of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device; at least one projection comprises a side wall of the projection which is inclined relative to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum capsule; The tray is substantially flat; - The plate comprises a curved portion; the tray is substantially flat and wherein the tray is inclined with respect to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum cap; In use, the maximum fluid pressure in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably 12 to 18 bar; The system is arranged so that, during use, during the infusion, a free end of the container element of the beverage preparation device exerts a force F2 on the sealing element of the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N, preferably in the range of 750 to 1250 N when the fluid pressure P2 in the container element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably 12 to 18 bar; The system is arranged so that, in use, before or at the beginning of the infusion, a free end of the container element of the beverage preparation device exerts a shape F1 on the sealing member of the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein Fl is in the range of 30 to 150 N preferably from 40 to 150 N, more preferably from 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 0 1 to 4 bar, preferably 0.1 to 1 bar; the plurality of radially extending open grooves are uniformly spaced apart from each other in the tangential direction of the free contact end of the annular element of the beverage preparation device; the largest width of each groove is from 0.9 to 1.1 mm, preferably from 0.95 to 1.05 mm, more preferably from 0.98 to 1.02 mm, wherein a maximum height of each groove in an axial direction of the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is 0.01 to 0.09 mm, preferably 0.03 to 0.07 mm, more preferably 0.045 to 0.055 mm. most preferably 0.05 mm and wherein the number of grooves is 90 to 110, preferably 96, and wherein the radial width of the free contact end at the location of the grooves is optional is from 0.05 to 0.9 mm, preferably from 0.2 to 0.7 mm and still more preferably from 0.3 to 0.55 mm during use, when the closure element of the preparation device the closure element of the beverage preparation device, at least the free contact end of the enclosure element of the preparation device The beverage ion can move relative to the closure member of the beverage preparation device by the pressure of the fluid in the container member of the beverage preparation device 3036105 27 to the closure member the beverage preparation device for applying the maximum force between the capsule flange and the free end of the beverage device enclosure member, wherein optionally the enclosure member comprises a first portion and A second part, in which the second part comprises the free contact end of the enclosure element in which the second part can move relative to the first part between a first and a second position, in which the second part portion can move from the first position to the second position in the direction of the closure member 10 under the influence of the fluid pressure in the element wherein the force F 1 according to claim 85 is reached in the case where the second part is in the first position with a fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure element, as indicated in claim 85. and in which optionally the force F2 according to claim 84 is reached in the case where the second part is moved to the second position under the influence of the fluid pressure P2 in the enclosure element as indicated in the claim 84; during use, when the closure member of the beverage preparation device closes the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device can move relative to the closure element of the beverage preparation device under the effect of the pressure of the fluid in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device to the closure element of the beverage preparation device to apply the maximum force Between the flange of the capsule and the free end of the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device; According to a third aspect, the invention also proposes the use of a capsule as presented above in a beverage preparation device comprising an enclosure element for receiving the capsule, in which the element 30 of enclosure comprises fluid injection means for supplying fluid under pressure to the capsule, wherein the beverage preparation device further comprises a closure member, such as an extraction plate, for closing the element enclosure of the beverage preparation device, wherein the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device further comprises an annular element having a central annular element axis and a free contact end, said free contact end the annular member being optionally provided with a plurality of radial grooves; wherein the capsule contains a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or 3036105 28 by dissolving the substance by means of the pressurized fluid in the capsule by the fluid injection means of the beverage preparation device wherein the capsule comprises an aluminum capsule body having a center capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body being provided with a bottom, a side wall and an outwardly extending flange, the capsule further comprising an aluminum lid attached to the outwardly extending flange, the lid sealingly closing the capsule, wherein the capsule further comprises a sealing member at the outwardly extending flange to provide fluid-tight contact with the container member of the beverage preparation device in the case where the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the device of the beverage preparation and that the enclosure element is closed by means of the closure element of the beverage preparation device, so that the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and at least a portion of the sealing member of the capsule is sealingly engaged between the enclosure member and the closure member of the beverage preparation device. According to certain embodiments, the use furthermore comprises one or more of the following characteristics, taken individually or in any technically possible combination: the maximum fluid pressure in the enclosure element of the device 20 beverage preparation is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably between 12 and 18 bar; in use, during infusion, a free end of the container member of the beverage preparation device exerts a force F2 on the sealing member of the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the capsule member flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N, preferably in the range of 750 to 1250 N, when the fluid pressure P2 in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably 12 to 18 bar, and in which there is the fluid-tight contact; in use, before or at the beginning of infusion, a free end of the container element of the beverage preparation device exerts a force F1 on the sealing element of the capsule to provide a water-tight contact fluid between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member 35 of the beverage preparation device, wherein Fl is in the range of 30 to 150 N, preferably 40 to 150 N, still preferably from 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 0.1 to 29 bar, preferably from 0.1 to 1 bar, and wherein there is fluid-tight contact; the plurality of radially extending open grooves are uniformly spaced relative to each other in the tangential direction of the free contact end of the annular element of the beverage preparation device. The invention is now explained in more detail by way of nonlimiting examples, with reference to the drawings, in which: FIG. 1 represents a schematic representation of an embodiment of a system according to the invention; FIG. 2, in a perspective view, shows an embodiment of a beverage preparation device of a system according to the invention representing the free contact end of the enclosure element of the device for the preparation of beverage with the plurality of radially extending open grooves; Figure 3A, in one section, shows an embodiment of a capsule according to the invention, prior to use; Fig. 3B shows an enlarged detail of the capsule of Fig. 3A showing the outwardly extending flange and the sealing member; Figure 3C shows an enlarged detail of the outwardly extending flange 20 of the capsule in Figures 3A and 3B after use; Figure 4A shows a first embodiment of a sealing member at the flange extending outwardly of a capsule according to the invention; Figure 4B shows a second embodiment of a sealing member at the flange extending outwardly of a capsule according to the invention; Fig. 4C shows a third embodiment of a sealing member at the flange extending outwardly of a capsule according to the invention; Figure 4D shows a fourth embodiment of a sealing member at the flange extending outwardly of a capsule according to the invention; Figure 4E shows a fifth embodiment of a sealing member at the flange extending outwardly of a capsule according to the invention. In the figures and the following description, the same reference numerals designate the same characteristics.
[0010] FIG. 1 is a diagrammatic representation, in sectional view, of an embodiment of a system 1 for preparing a drinking beverage from a capsule using a pressurized fluid in the capsule. The system 1 comprises a capsule 2 and a beverage preparation device 4. The device 4 comprises the enclosure element 6 to hold the capsule 2. The device 4 further comprises a closure element, such as a plate extraction device 8 to support the capsule 2. In Figure 1, a space is drawn between the capsule 2, the enclosure member 6 and the extraction plate 8, for the sake of clarity. It should be noted that, in use, the capsule 2 may be in contact with the enclosure member 6 and the extraction plate member 8. Commonly, the enclosure member 6 has a complementary shape of the shape of the capsule 2. The apparatus 4 further comprises fluid injection means 10 for supplying a quantity of a fluid, such as water, at a pressure in the range of 6 to 20 bar preferably between 12 and 18 bar, to exchangeable capsule 2. In the example shown in FIG. 1, the exchangeable capsule 2 comprises an aluminum capsule body 12 having a central capsule body axis 12A and an aluminum lid 14. In the present context, the meaning of "aluminum" must be be understood to also include an aluminum alloy. In this example, the aluminum capsule body 12 includes a sidewall 16, a bottom 18 closing the sidewall 16 at a first end, and an outwardly extending flange 20 extending outwardly. of the circumferential wall 16 at a second end opposite the bottom 18. The side wall 16, the bottom 18 and the lid 14 enclose an internal space 22 comprising a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or or by dissolving the substance. Preferably, the substance is 5 to 10 grams, more preferably 5 to 7 grams of roast and ground coffee for the preparation of a single beverage. The capsule is initially sealed, i.e., it is sealed before use.
[0011] The system 1 of FIG. 1 comprises bottom drilling means 24 for piercing the bottom 18 of the capsule 2 to create at least one inlet opening 25 in the bottom 18 to bring the fluid to the extractable product by the 25. The system 1 of FIG. 1 further comprises lid piercing means 26, here implemented in the form of projections of the closure element 8, for piercing the lid 14 of the capsule 2. The lid piercing means 26 can be arranged to tear the lid 14 once a (fluid) pressure within the internal space 22 exceeds a threshold pressure and presses the lid 14 against lid piercing means 26 with sufficient force. The aluminum lid 14 is thus arranged to open by tearing on the closure element 8 of the beverage preparation device under the influence of the fluid pressure in the capsule.
[0012] The capsule 2 further comprises a sealing member 28, in Figures 1, 3A and 3B, shown as a whole but described in more detail with respect to Figures 4A to 4E, which sealing member 28 is arranged at the outwardly extending flange 20 for providing fluid-tight contact with the enclosure member 6 if the capsule 2 is positioned in the enclosure member 6 and the enclosure member 6 is closed by means of the extraction plate 8, so that the outwardly extending flange 20 of the capsule 2 and at least a portion of the sealing member 28 are sealingly engaged between the enclosure member 6 and the extraction plate 8. This means that fluid-tight contact between the sealing member and the free contact end is established.
[0013] As shown in FIG. 2, the enclosure element 6 of the beverage preparation device comprises an annular element 41 having a central annular element axis 41A and a free contact end 30. The free contact end 30 The annular member 41 is provided with a plurality of radially extending open grooves 40. The plurality of radially extending open grooves 40 are uniformly spaced from each other in the tangential direction of the free contact end 30. of the annular element 41. The longest tangential width of each groove 40 is from 0.9 to 1.1 mm, preferably from 0.95 to 1.05 mm, more preferably from 0.98 to 1.02 mm, wherein a maximum height of each groove 40 in an axial direction of the enclosure member 6 is 0.01 to 0.09 mm, preferably 0.03 to 0.07 mm, more preferably from 0.045 to 0.055 mm, and most preferably 0.0 5 mm. The number of grooves 40 is in the range of 90 to 110, preferably 96. Usually, the radial width of the free end at the location of the grooves is 0.05 to 0.9 mm, more specifically 0 , 2 to 0.7 mm, more specifically 0.3 to 0.55 mm.
[0014] An embodiment of a capsule according to the invention is shown in more detail in FIGS. 3A and 3B. In the embodiment shown, the outer diameter ODF of the outwardly extending flange 20 is greater than the diameter DB of the bottom 18 of the capsule 2. In the embodiment shown, the outer diameter ODF of the flange is The outward extension 20 is approximately 37.1 mm and the bottom DB 18 diameter is about 23.3 mm. The thickness of the aluminum capsule body 12 is 100 microns, but in other embodiments, the thickness may be 20 to 120 micrometers.
[0015] In the embodiment shown, the wall thickness of the aluminum cover 14 is 39 micrometers. The wall thickness of the aluminum cover 14 is preferably less than the thickness of the aluminum capsule body 12.
[0016] The side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body 12 has a free end 42 opposite the bottom 18. The IDF inner diameter of the free end 42 of the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body 12 is about 29, 5 mm. The outwardly extending flange 20 extending from this free end 42 in a direction at least substantially transverse to the center capsule body axis 12A. The outwardly extending flange 20 includes a coiled outer edge 43 which is beneficial for providing a seal between the capsule and the enclosure member. In the embodiment shown, the coiled outer edge 43 of the outwardly extending flange 20 has a larger dimension of about 1.2 millimeters. The distance DIF between the free end 42 of the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body 12 and an inner edge 43A of the wound outer edge 43 is about 2.7 mm, while the distance DOF between the end 42 of the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body 12 and the outermost edge 43B of the outwardly extending flange 20 is about 3.8 millimeters. The radius around the center capsule body axis of the inner edge 43A of the wound outer edge 43 is preferably at least 32mm. As shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B, the sealing member 28 is positioned between the free end of the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body 12 and the inner edge 43A of the wound outer edge 42 of the flange. extending outwards. The sealing member 28 is shown as a whole, but will be described in more detail below. Independently of the embodiment of the sealing element 28, the height of the sealing member portion intended to be in first contact with the free end of the enclosure element when the element of enclosure is at least about 0.1 mm, more preferably at least 0.2 mm, and most preferably at least 0.8 mm and at most 3 mm, further preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1.2 mm to provide a correct seal. As can be seen from Figure 3A, the aluminum capsule body 12 is truncated. In the preferred embodiment, the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body 12 encloses an angle A with a line transverse to the center capsule body axis 12A of about 97.5 °. The bottom 18 of the aluminum capsule body 12 has the largest internal diameter DB of about 23.3 mm. The bottom 18 of the aluminum capsule body 12 is also truncated, and 3036105 33 in the illustrated embodiment, has a bottom height BH of about 4.0 mm. The bottom 18 further has a generally flat central portion 18A opposite the cover 14, which central portion 18A has a diameter DEE of about 8.3 mm and in which central portion 18A, the inlet opening (openings) 25 can 5 (can) be achieved. The inlet openings may also be made in the truncated portion between the central portion 18A and the side wall 16. The total height TH of the aluminum capsule body 12 of the capsule is about 28.4 mm. The system 1 shown in FIG. 1 operates as follows to prepare a cup of a drinking beverage, in this example, coffee, the substance in the capsule being roast and ground coffee. The capsule 2 is placed in the enclosure element 6. The extraction plate 8 is brought into contact with the capsule 2. The bottom drilling means 24 pierce the bottom 18 of the capsule 2 to create the openings The fluid, here pressurized hot water, is brought to the extractable product, into the internal space 22 through the inlet openings 25. The water wets the coffee beans and extracts the substances desired to form the coffee beverage. During the supply of pressurized water to the internal space 22, the pressure inside the capsule 2 increases. The rise in pressure causes the cover 14 to deform and be pressed against the cover piercing means 26 of the extraction plate. Once the pressure has reached a certain level, the tear resistance of the lid 14 is exceeded and the lid 14 breaks against the lid piercing means 26, creating outlet openings. The prepared coffee is evacuated from the capsule 2 through the outlet openings and outlets 32 (see Fig. 1) from the extraction plate 8 and can be fed to a container such as a cup (not shown). The system 1 is arranged so that before or at the beginning of the infusion, the free end 30 of the enclosure element 6 exerts a force F1 on the sealing element 28 of the capsule 2 in order to provide a fluid-tight contact between the outwardly extending flange 20 of the capsule 2 and the enclosure element 6 of the beverage preparation device, wherein F1 is in the range of 30 to 150 N, preferably from 40 to 150 N, more preferably from 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 0.1. at 4 bar, preferably from 0.1 to 1 bar. During infusion, the free end 30 of the enclosure member 6 exerts a force F2 on the sealing member 28 of the capsule 2 to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending to the outside of the capsule 2 and the enclosure element 6, wherein the force F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N, preferably in the range of 750 to 1250 N, when the fluid pressure P2 in the 3036105 34 of the chamber 6 of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule 2 is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably between 12 and 18 bar. In the embodiment shown, the free contact end of the enclosure element 6 can move relative to the extraction plate 8 under the effect of the pressure of the fluid 5 in the enclosure element 6 of the device to the extraction plate 8 to apply the maximum force F2 between the outwardly extending flange 20 and the free end 30 of the enclosure member 6. This movement can take place during the use, that is to say, especially at the beginning of the infusion and during the infusion. The enclosure member 6 has a first portion 6A and a second portion 6B, wherein the second portion includes the free contact end 30. The second portion 6B is movable relative to the first portion 6A between a first portion 6B. and a second position. The second part 6B can move from the first position to the second position in the direction of the closure element 8 under the influence of the fluid pressure in the enclosure element 6. The force F1, such as discussed above, can be attained if the second portion 6B is in the first position with a fluid pressure P1. The force F2, as discussed above, can be reached if the second portion 6B is moved to the second position under the influence of the fluid pressure P2 in the enclosure element 6. Due to the applied force, the sealing element 28 of the capsule according to the invention undergoes a plastic deformation and conforms closely to the grooves of the free contact end 30 and thus provides fluid-tight contact between the enclosure member 6 and the capsule 3 at a relatively low fluid pressure during the start of the infusion, but also provides a waterproof contact to the fluid at a significantly higher fluid pressure in the enclosure member outside the capsule during infusion. This narrow conformation with respect to the grooves 40 of the enclosure member is shown in FIG. 3C which shows the capsule 2 of the invention after use, and which clearly indicates that the outwardly extending flange 20 includes deformations 40 'which conform to the grooves 40 of the enclosure element.
[0017] Now, exemplary embodiments of a sealing member 28 at the outwardly extending flange 20 of the capsule 2 according to the invention are described in more detail with respect to FIGS. 4A to 4E. . FIG. 4A shows a first embodiment of a sealing member 28 forming a support at the outwardly extending flange 35 of a capsule 2 according to the invention. The sealing member 28 comprises two spaced projections 50 and 51, each protruding from the outwardly extending flange 20, to which the base portion is fixed, the cover 14, in a direction away from the cover 14. A plate 52 is present between the two projections 50 and 51.
[0018] The distance between the two projections 50 and 51 is such that the free contact end of the annular element 6 is surrounded by the two projections 50 and 51 if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the preparation device. and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device. In the embodiment shown in Fig. 4A, the tray is positioned at a distance above the portion of the outwardly extending flange 20 between the sealing member 28 and the wound edge 43 and is substantially flat. The distance between the two projections 50 and 51 (for example 0.9 to 1, 25 mm) is further such that the two projections 50 and 52 come into contact with the free contact end of the annular element, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device. In addition, the two spaced projections 50, 51 and the plate 52 are arranged so that the plate comes into contact with the free contact end 15 of the annular element, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element. of the beverage preparation device and that the enclosure element is closed by means of a closure element of the beverage preparation device. At least a first portion of the tray (in this example, the entire tray) defines a predetermined depth of a space between the two projections. As can be seen in FIG. 4A, each projection 50, 51 includes a protruding side wall that is inclined relative to the outwardly extending flange 20 of the aluminum capsule body. It follows therefore that the sealing member comprises two spaced projections 50, 51, each protruding from the outwardly extending flange 20 and a plate 52 between the two projections so that at least one first part of the plate 25 (in this example, the entire plate) defines a predetermined depth of a space between the two projections. The radial distance between the two projections is such that the free end of contact of the annular element is surrounded by the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the element The enclosure is closed by means of the closure element of the beverage preparation device. Before use (see Figure 4A) at least a first portion of the tray (in this example the entire tray) is located at a first height above the lid so that the space has a first depth so that in use, following the closing of the enclosure element by means of the closing element at least a first part of the plate is lowered by the displacement of the free contact end of the annular element towards the closing element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the free end of contact, in which, after closure of the enclosure element by means of the closing element, at least one first 3036105 36 part of the tray is located at a second height above the lid (position 52 '), wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero and so the space has a second depth relative to said at least a first portion which is greater than the first depth. Figure 4B shows a second embodiment of a sealing member 28 at the outwardly extending flange 20 of a capsule according to the invention. Compared to FIG. 4A, the following differences are noted. Each projection 50, 51 now includes a protruding side wall that is transverse to the outwardly extending flange 20 of the aluminum capsule body. Furthermore, in this second embodiment, the plate 52 is curved, preferably conforming to the shape of the free contact end of the annular element 6. It follows therefore that the sealing element comprises two spaced projections 50, 51, each protruding from the outwardly extending flange 20 and a plate 52 between the two projections so that at least a first portion of the tray (in this example, the middle of the plateau) defines a predetermined depth of a space between the two projections. The radial distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is surrounded by the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the element enclosure is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device. Before use (see Figure 4B) the at least a first portion of the tray (in this example, the middle of the tray) is located at a first height above the lid so that the space has a first depth wherein, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of the closure member at least a first portion of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the element annular towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the free contact end, wherein, after closing the enclosure element by means of the closure element, the at least one A first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero and so that the space has a second depth by relative to said at least a first portion which is larger than the first depth.
[0019] Fig. 4C shows a third embodiment of a sealing member 28 at the outwardly extending flange 20 of a capsule according to the invention which together with the side wall 16 of the capsule body aluminum forms a support for the speaker element. The illustrated sealing member 30 includes a protrusion 53 projecting from the outwardly extending flange 20 and a substantially flat inclined plate 52 between the uppermost portion of the projection 53 and the side wall. 16 of the aluminum capsule body. In this embodiment, the support is formed by the projection. 53, the plate 52 and the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body. The distance between the upper part of the projection 53 and the side wall 16 is such that the free contact end of the annular element 6 is enclosed by the projection 53 and the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device. In particular, the distance between the projection 53 and the side wall 16 of the aluminum capsule body is such that the free contact end of the annular element 6 is contacted by the projection 53 and the side wall 16 and in the embodiment shown, also the plate 52 of the aluminum capsule body if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a filter element. closing the beverage preparation device. This distance can be for example 0.9-1.25 mm. It is thus apparent that before use (see FIG. 4C) at least a first portion of the tray (in this example, at least a portion in the middle of the tray) is located at a first height above the lid. In use, when closing the enclosure element by means of the closure element the at least a first part of the tray is lowered by means of the free contact end of the annular element is moved to the closure member so that the tray is at least partially folded over the free contact end. After closing the enclosure member by means of the closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero. Fig. 4D shows a fourth embodiment of a sealing member 28 at the outwardly extending flange 20 of a capsule according to the invention which, together with the side wall 16 of the body of aluminum capsule, forms a support for the speaker element. When comparing with Figure 4C, the following differences are noted. In this fourth embodiment, the plate 52 is curved, and comprises a curved portion (which in fact forms part of the inner side wall of the projection 53) and also a flat portion which is located at the same level as the portion the outwardly extending flange 20 between the projection 53 and the curved edge 43. The curved portion preferably conforms to the shape of the free contact end of the annular member 6. Thus, it is apparent that before use (see Figure 4D) at least a first portion of the tray (in this example, at least a portion of the inner sidewall of the protrusion 53) is located at a first height above the lid . In use, when closing the enclosure element by means of the closure element, the at least a first part of the tray is lowered by the displacement of the free contact end of the enclosure. annular element towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the free end of contact. After closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero. Fig. 4E shows a fifth embodiment of a sealing member 28 at the outwardly extending flange 20 of a capsule according to the invention which together with the side wall 16 of the capsule body in aluminum, forms a support for the enclosure element. When compared with Figure 4D, the following difference is noted. In this fifth embodiment, the flat portion of the plate 52 is located at a distance above the portion of the outwardly extending flange 20 between the projection 53 and the curved edge 43. It then follows that before (see FIG. 4E) the use of at least a first portion of the tray (in this example at least a portion of the inner side wall of the protrusion 53) is located at a first height above the lid. In use, when closing the enclosure element by means of the closure element, the at least a first part of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the element annular to the closure member 25 such that the tray is at least partially folded over the free contact end. After closure of the enclosure element by means of the closure element, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero.
[0020] In the embodiments shown in Figures 4C to 4E, the projection 53 includes an outer projection sidewall 54 which is transverse to the portion of the flange extending outwardly between the projection 53 and the rim. in other embodiments, this outer projecting lateral wall 54 may be inclined with respect to the outwardly extending portion of the flange 20.
[0021] In all the embodiments shown in Figures 4A-4E, each of the projections includes an upper projection. In preferred embodiments, at least one protrusion, but preferably all the protrusions forming the support, are configured so that its protruding upper portion exerts a radial force on the end of the protrusion. free contact of the annular element 6, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the device for preparing the beverage drink. In addition, for each of the embodiments shown in FIGS. 4A to 4E, it appears that, before use, at least a first part of the support is situated at a first height above the cover, in which, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of the closure element, the at least a first portion of the support is lowered by moving the free end of contact of the annular element towards the closure member, wherein the support is at least partially folded over the free contact end of the annular member such that after closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure member, the at least a first portion of the support is located at a second height above the cover, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero. In the foregoing description, the invention has been described with reference to specific examples of embodiments of the invention. It is clear, however, that various modifications and changes can be made without departing from the general spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims.

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Claims (94)
[0001]
REVENDICATIONS1. Capsule (2) containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by supplying a pressurized fluid to the capsule (2), wherein the capsule (2) comprises a capsule body (12) made of aluminum having a central capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body (12) being provided with a bottom (18), a side wall (16) and a flange (20) extending towards the outer, the capsule (2) further comprising an aluminum lid (14) attached to the outwardly extending flange (20), the lid (14) sealingly sealing the capsule (2), wherein the capsule (2) further comprises a sealing member (28) at the outwardly extending flange (20) for providing fluid-tight contact with a housing member (6) of a housing beverage preparation (4) if the capsule (2) is positioned in the enclosure element (6) of the boisso preparation device n (4) and that the enclosure element (6) is closed by means of a closing element (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), such as an extraction plate (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), so that the flange (20) extending outwardly of the capsule (2) and at least a part of the sealing element of the capsule (2) are sealingly engaged between the enclosure element (6) and the closure element (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), wherein the enclosure element (6) of the beverage preparation (4) comprises an annular element (41) having a central annular element axis (41A) and a first free contact end (30), said free contact end (30) of the annular element (41). ) being optionally provided with a plurality of radially extending open grooves (40), characterized in that the capsule (2) comprises a support for the element enclosure (6) of the beverage preparation device (4) if the capsule (2) is positioned in the enclosure element (6) of the beverage preparation device (4) and the enclosure element (6) is closed by means of the closure element (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), said support enclosing at least a portion of the free contact end (30) of the annular element ( 41), wherein, prior to use, at least a first portion of the support is located at a first height above the cover (14), wherein, in use, upon closure of the enclosure (6) by means of the closing element (8), the at least a first part of the support is lowered by the displacement of the free contact end (30) of the annular element (41) towards the closure member (8), wherein the support is at least partially folded over the free contact end (30) of the annular member e (41) so that, after closing the enclosure element (6) by means of the closing element (8), the at least one first part of the support is located at a second height above the lid (14), wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero.
[0002]
The capsule of claim 1, wherein the capsule is filled with 5 to 20 grams, preferably 5 to 10 grams, more preferably 5 to 7 grams of an extractable product such as roast and ground coffee.
[0003]
3. Capsule according to claim 1 or 2 wherein the outer diameter of the flange extending outwardly of the capsule is greater than the diameter of the bottom of the capsule.
[0004]
The capsule of claim 3, wherein the outer diameter of the outwardly extending flange is approximately 37.1 mm and the bottom diameter of the capsule is approximately 23.3 mm.
[0005]
The capsule of any preceding claim, wherein the thickness of the aluminum capsule body is 20 to 200 microns, preferably 100 microns.
[0006]
6. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the thickness of the aluminum lid is 15 to 65 micrometers, preferably 30 to 45 micrometers and more preferably 39 micrometers. 25
[0007]
The capsule of any preceding claim, wherein the wall thickness of the aluminum lid is less than the wall thickness of the aluminum capsule body. 30
[0008]
8. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the aluminum lid is arranged to open by tearing on a closure element of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the preparation device. of beverage under the influence of fluid pressure in the capsule. 35
[0009]
The capsule of any preceding claim, wherein the side wall of the aluminum capsule body has a free end opposite the bottom, the outwardly extending flange extending from said end cap. free of the side wall in a direction at least substantially transverse to the central capsule body axis.
[0010]
The capsule of claim 9, wherein the outwardly extending flange comprises a wound outer edge.
[0011]
The capsule of claim 10, wherein an inner edge of the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has a radius about the center capsule body axis of at least 32 mm. 10
[0012]
12. Capsule according to claim 10 or 11, wherein the sealing element is positioned between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and an inner edge of the wound outer edge of the flange extending towards outside. 15
[0013]
The capsule of claim 10, 11 or 12, wherein the externally wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has the largest radial section dimension of about 1.2 millimeters.
[0014]
14. Capsule according to any one of claims 9 to 13, wherein the inner diameter of the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is about 29.5 mm.
[0015]
The capsule of any one of claims 9 to 14, wherein the distance between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the outermost edge of the outwardly extending flange is about 3.8 millimeters.
[0016]
The capsule of any preceding claim, wherein a height of the aluminum capsule body is about 28.4 mm.
[0017]
A capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the aluminum capsule body is truncated, wherein preferably the side wall of the aluminum capsule body encloses an angle with a line crosswise to the axis. center capsule body of about 97.5 °. 3036105 43
[0018]
The capsule of any preceding claim, wherein the bottom of the aluminum capsule body has a larger internal diameter of about 23.3 mm. 5
[0019]
The capsule of claim 18, wherein the bottom of the aluminum capsule body is truncated, preferably having a bottom height of about 4.0 mm and wherein the bottom further has a generally flat central portion opposite the lid having a diameter of about 8.3 mm. 10
[0020]
The cap of any preceding claim, wherein the height of the sealing member portion for first contacting the first free end of the enclosure member when the element enclosure is at least about 0.1 mm, more preferably at least 0.2 mm and most preferably at least 0.8 mm and at most 3 mm, further preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1.2 mm.
[0021]
21. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the capsule comprises an inner surface and wherein on the inner surface of at least the side wall of the capsule, an internal coating is provided.
[0022]
22. Capsule according to claim 21, wherein the aluminum cap of the capsule is fixed on the outwardly extending flange by means of a sealing lacquer, said inner lining being composed of the same material as the sealing lacquer.
[0023]
The capsule of claim 21 or 22, wherein the sealing member is free of the inner liner.
[0024]
24. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the capsule comprises an outer surface, and wherein, on the outer surface of the capsule, there is provided a colored lacquer.
[0025]
25. Capsule according to claim 24, wherein on an outer surface of the colored lacquer, an outer coating is provided.
[0026]
26. Capsule according to claim 24 or 25, wherein the sealing element is devoid of colored lacquer. 3036105 44
[0027]
27. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the support surrounding at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element is at least partially formed by the sealing member. 5
[0028]
28. Capsule according to claim 27, wherein the sealing member comprises two spaced projections, each protruding from the flange extending outwardly with a plate between the two projections so that said at least a first part of the plate defines a predetermined depth of a space 10 between the two projections, wherein the radial distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is surrounded by the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closure element of the beverage preparation device and in which, prior to use, the least a first portion of the tray is located at a first height above the lid so that the space has a first depth, in which, in use, when closing the the enclosure element by means of the closure element, the at least a first part of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the end of free contact, wherein after closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure element, said at least a first part of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero and the space has a second depth with respect to said at least a first portion which is larger than the first depth.
[0029]
The capsule of claim 28, wherein the distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular member is in contact with the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member. of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device.
[0030]
The capsule of claim 28 or 29, wherein the two spaced apart projections and the tray are arranged such that the free contact end of the annular element is contacted by the tray if the capsule is positioned in the tray. enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element 3036105-45 is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device.
[0031]
31. Capsule according to claim 27, wherein the sealing element 5 comprises a protrusion projecting from the flange extending outward and a plate between the projection and the side wall of the body of the aluminum cap, wherein the support is formed by the projection, the plate and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, wherein the distance between the projection and the side wall is -. such that the free contact end of the annular element is enclosed by the projection 10 and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device, wherein, before use, at least a first portion of the tray is located at a first height above the lid wherein, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of the closure member the at least a first portion of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the plate is at least partially folded over the free contact end, and in which, after closing the enclosure element by means of the closure element,said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero.
[0032]
The capsule of claim 31, wherein the protrusion, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the tray are arranged so that the projection and the side wall of the aluminum capsule body come into contact with the end. of free contact of the annular element if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the preparation device of drink.
[0033]
The capsule of claim 31 or 32, wherein the protrusion, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the tray are arranged such that the free contact end of the annular member comes into contact with the tray. in the case where the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device. 3036105 46
[0034]
34. Capsule according to any one of claims 28 to 33, wherein at least one projection comprises an upper portion of the projection, and wherein the at least one projection is configured such that its upper portion of the projection exerts a radial force on the free contact end of the annular element if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of an element of closing the beverage preparation device.
[0035]
The capsule of any of claims 28 to 34, wherein at least one protrusion includes a side wall of the protrusion that is inclined with respect to the outwardly extending flange of the body of the aluminum capsule. .
[0036]
36. Capsule according to any one of claims 28 to 35, wherein the plate is substantially flat. 15
[0037]
37. Capsule according to any one of claims 28 to 35, wherein the plate comprises a curved portion.
[0038]
38. A capsule according to any one of claims 31 to 33, wherein the tray is substantially flat and wherein the tray is inclined with respect to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum cap.
[0039]
39. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the element. annular if, in use, the maximum fluid pressure in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably between 12 and 18 bar. 30
[0040]
40. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element. if, during infusion, said free contact end of the annular member exerts a force F2 on the sealing structure of the capsule, wherein F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N, preferably in the range of from 750 to 1250 N when the fluid pressure P2 in said enclosure member outside the capsule is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably 12 to 18 bar. 3036105 47
[0041]
41. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the element. annular if, in use, before or at the beginning of the infusion, said free contact end of the annular element exerts a force Fl on the sealing structure of the capsule, in which the force Fl is in the range from 30 to 150 N, preferably from 40 to 150 N and still more preferably from 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 0.1 to 4 bar, preferably 0.1 to 1 bar.
[0042]
42. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the element. annular if the free contact end of the annular member which is pressed against the sealing structure has a plurality of open grooves extending radially uniformly spaced relative to each other in the circumferential direction of said free contact end of the annular element. 20
[0043]
43. Capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the sealing structure is deformable so that said support encloses, in fluid-tight manner, at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular element. if the greatest width of each of said grooves is from 0.9 to 1.1 mm, preferably from 0.95 to 1.05 mm, more preferably from 0.98 to 1.02 mm, in which a height of each of said grooves in an axial direction of the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is 0.01 to 0.09 mm, preferably 0.03 to 0.07 mm, more preferably 0.045 at 0.055 mm, most preferably 0.05 mm, and wherein the number of said grooves is 90 to 110, preferably 96.
[0044]
A capsule according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the sealing structure and the remainder of the capsule body are made of the same plate material. 35
[0045]
45. System (1) for preparing a drinkable beverage from a capsule (2) using a pressurized fluid in the capsule (2), comprising: 3036105 48 a beverage preparation device (4) comprising an element enclosure (6) for receiving the capsule (2), wherein the enclosure element (6) comprises fluid injection means (10) for supplying pressurized fluid to the capsule (2), wherein the beverage preparation device (4) further comprises a closure member (8) such as an extraction plate (8) for closing the enclosure member (6) of the beverage preparation device (4), wherein the enclosure element (6) of the beverage preparation device (4) further comprises an annular element (41) having a central annular element axis (41A) and a free contact end (30), said free contact end (30) of the annular member (41) being optionally provided with a plurality of radially extending open grooves (40); and a capsule (2) containing a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by supplying a fluid under pressure to the capsule (2), wherein the capsule (2) comprises a body of An aluminum capsule (12) having a central capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body (12) being provided with a bottom (18), a side wall (16) and a flange (20) extending towards the outside, the capsule (2) further comprising an aluminum lid (14) attached to the outwardly extending flange (20), the lid (14) sealingly closing the capsule (2), wherein capsule (2) further comprises a sealing member (28) at the outwardly extending flange (20) for providing fluid-tight contact with a housing member (6) of a beverage preparation device (4) if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element (6) of the wood preparation device sound (4) and that the enclosure element (6) is closed by means of a closing element (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), so that the flange (20) extending outwardly of the capsule (2) and at least a portion of the sealing member (28) of the capsule (2) are sealingly engaged between the housing member (6) and the closure element (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), characterized in that the capsule (2) comprises a support for the chamber element (6) of the beverage preparation device (4) if the capsule (2) is positioned in the enclosure element (6) of the beverage preparation device (4) and the enclosure element (6) is closed by means of the closure element (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), said support enclosing at least a portion of the free contact end (30) of the annular element (41), wherein, before use, at least one first Part of the support is situated at a first height above the cover (14), in which, in use, when closing the enclosure element (6) by means of the closing element. (8), the at least a first portion of the support is lowered by moving the free contact end (30) of the annular element (41) towards the closure element (8), wherein the support is at least partially folded over the free contact end (30) of the annular element (41) so that, after closure of the enclosure element (6) by means of the closure element (8), the at least a first portion of the support is located at a second height above the cover (14), wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height can be zero.
[0046]
46. The system of claim 45 wherein the capsule is filled with 5 to 20 grams, preferably 5 to 10 grams, more preferably 5 to 7 grams of an extractable product such as roast and ground coffee.
[0047]
The system of claim 45 or 46, wherein the outer diameter of the flange extending outwardly of the capsule is greater than the diameter of the bottom of the capsule. 15
[0048]
The system of claim 47, wherein the outer diameter of the outwardly extending flange is approximately 37.1 mm and the bottom diameter of the capsule is approximately 23.3 mm. 20
[0049]
49. System according to any one of claims 45 to 48, wherein the thickness of the aluminum capsule body is 20 to 200 microns, preferably 100 micrometers.
[0050]
50. The system of any one of claims 45 to 49, wherein the thickness of the aluminum cover is 15 to 65 micrometers, preferably 30 to 45 micrometers and more preferably 39 micrometers.
[0051]
The system of any one of claims 45 to 50, wherein the wall thickness of the aluminum cover is less than the wall thickness of the aluminum capsule body.
[0052]
52. A system according to any one of claims 45 to 51, wherein the aluminum cover is arranged to open by tearing on a closure member of the beverage preparation device, such as an extraction plate of the invention. beverage preparation device under the influence of fluid pressure in the capsule. 3036105 50
[0053]
The system of any one of claims 45 to 52, wherein the side wall of the aluminum capsule body has a free end opposite the bottom, the outwardly extending flange extending from said end. free of the side wall in a direction at least substantially transverse to the central capsule body axis.
[0054]
The system of claim 53, wherein the outwardly extending flange comprises a wound outer edge. 10
[0055]
The system of claim 54, wherein an inner edge of the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has a radius about the center capsule body axis of at least 32 mm.
[0056]
The system of claim 54 or 55, wherein the sealing member is positioned between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and an inner edge of the coiled outer edge of the extending flange. outwards.
[0057]
The system of claim 54 or 55, wherein the outer wound edge of the outwardly extending flange has the largest radial section dimension of about 1.2 millimeters.
[0058]
58. The system of any one of claims 53 to 57, wherein the inner diameter of the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is about 29.5 mm.
[0059]
The system of any one of claims 53 to 58, wherein the distance between the free end of the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the outermost edge of the outwardly extending flange is about 3.8 millimeters.
[0060]
The system of any one of claims 53 to 59, wherein a height of the aluminum capsule body is about 28.4 mm. 35
[0061]
61. System according to any one of claims 45 to 60, wherein the aluminum capsule body is truncated, wherein preferably the side wall of the aluminum capsule body encloses an angle with a line transverse to the center capsule body axis of about 97.5 °. 3036105 51
[0062]
The system of any one of claims 45 to 61, wherein the bottom of the aluminum capsule body has a larger internal diameter of about 23.3 mm. 5
[0063]
The system of claim 62, wherein the bottom of the aluminum capsule body is truncated, preferably having a bottom height of about 4.0 mm and wherein the bottom further has a generally flat central portion opposite the lid having a diameter of about 8.3 mm. 10
[0064]
The system of any one of claims 45 to 63, wherein the height of the sealing member portion intended to first contact the first free end of the enclosure member when the enclosure element is closed, is at least about 0.1 mm, more preferably at least 0.2 mm and most preferably at least 0.8 mm and at most 3 mm, still more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1.2 mm.
[0065]
65. A system according to any one of claims 45 to 64, wherein the capsule comprises an inner surface and wherein on the inner surface of at least the side wall of the capsule is provided an inner liner.
[0066]
The system of claim 65, wherein the aluminum cap of the capsule is attached to the outwardly extending flange by means of a sealing lacquer, said inner lining being composed of the same material as the sealing lacquer.
[0067]
The system of claim 65 or 66, wherein the sealing member is free of the inner liner. 30
[0068]
68. System according to any one of claims 45 to 67, wherein the capsule comprises an outer surface, and wherein, on the outer surface of the capsule, there is provided a colored lacquer. 35
[0069]
69. The system of claim 68, wherein on an outer surface of the colored lacquer, an outer coating is provided. 3036105 52
[0070]
70. System according to claim 68 or 69, wherein the sealing element is devoid of colored lacquer.
[0071]
71. The system of any one of claims 45 to 70, wherein the support surrounding at least a portion of the free contact end of the annular member is at least partially formed by the sealing member.
[0072]
The system of claim 71, wherein the sealing member comprises two spaced projections, each protruding from the outwardly extending flange with a plate between the two projections so that said at least one first part of the plate defines a predetermined depth of a space between the two projections, wherein the radial distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is surrounded by the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closure element of the beverage preparation device and in which, prior to use, the least a first portion of the tray is located at a first height above the lid so that the space has a first depth, in which, in use, when closing the enclosure member by means of the closure element, at least a first part of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the tray is at least partially folded over the free contact end, wherein after closure of the enclosure member a means of closure member, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height at above the cover, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero and the space has a second depth with respect to said at least a first portion which is larger than the first. depth. 30
[0073]
73. System according to claim 72, wherein the distance between the two projections is such that the free contact end of the annular element is in contact with the two projections if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of a closing element of the beverage preparation device. 35
[0074]
74. System according to claim 72 or 73, wherein the two spaced projections and the plate are arranged such that the end of free contact of the annular element is contacted by the plate if the capsule is positioned in 3036105 53 l enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device. 5
[0075]
The system of claim 71, wherein the sealing member comprises a protrusion projecting from the outwardly extending flange and a plate between the projection and the side wall of the body of the aluminum cap, in wherein the support is formed by the projection, the plate and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, wherein the distance between the projection and the side wall is such that the free contact end of the annular member is enclosed by the protrusion and the side wall of the body of the aluminum capsule, if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of an element closure of the beverage preparation device, wherein, before use, at least a first portion of the tray-is located at a first height above the lid, in which, in use, when closing of the enclosure element by means of the closure element the at least a first part of the tray is lowered by moving the free contact end of the annular element towards the closure element so that the tray is at least partially folded over the end of free contact, and wherein, after closure of the enclosure member by means of the closure element, said at least a first portion of the tray is located at a second height above the lid, wherein the first height is greater than the second height and the second height may be zero. 25
[0076]
The system of claim 75, wherein the distance between the protrusion and the side wall of the aluminum capsule body is such that the free contact end of the annular member is in contact with the projection and the side wall of the capsule body. aluminum capsule body if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device.
[0077]
The system of claim 75 or 76, wherein the projection, the side wall of the aluminum capsule body and the tray are arranged such that the free contact end of the annular member engages the tray. in the case where the capsule is positioned in the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure member is closed by means of a closure member of the beverage preparation device. 3036105 54
[0078]
78. System according to any one of claims 72 to 77, wherein at least one projection comprises an upper portion of the projection, and wherein the at least one projection is configured so that its upper portion of the protrusion exerts a radial force on the free contact end of the annular element if the capsule is positioned in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device and the enclosure element is closed by means of an element of closing the beverage preparation device.
[0079]
79. The system of any one of claims 72 to 78, wherein at least one projection comprises a side wall of the protrusion that is inclined with respect to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum capsule. .
[0080]
80. System according to any one of claims 72 to 79, wherein the plate is substantially flat. 15
[0081]
The system of any one of claims 72 to 79, wherein the tray comprises a curved portion.
[0082]
82. The system of any one of claims 75 to 76, wherein the tray is substantially flat and wherein the tray is inclined with respect to the flange extending outwardly of the body of the aluminum cap.
[0083]
83. A system according to any one of claims 45 to 82, wherein in use the maximum fluid pressure in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is in the range of 6 to 20 bar. preferably between 12 and 18 bar.
[0084]
84. System according to any one of claims 45 to 83, wherein the system is arranged so that, during use, during the infusion, a free end 30 of the enclosure element of the device for preparing the drink exerts a force F2 on the sealing member of the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, in wherein F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N, preferably in the range of 750 to 1250 N when the fluid pressure P2 in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably between 12 and 18 bar. 3036105 55
[0085]
85. System according to any one of claims 45 to 84, wherein the system is arranged such that, in use, before or at the beginning of the infusion, a free end of the device of the enclosure element of the beverage preparation exerts a Fl-shape on the sealing member of the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the preparation device in which Fl is in the range of 30 to 150 N, preferably 40 to 150 N, more preferably 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the chamber element of the preparation device The beverage outside the capsule is in the range of 0.1 to 4 bar, preferably 0.1 to 1 bar.
[0086]
86. The system of any one of claims 45 to 85, wherein the plurality of radially extending open grooves are uniformly spaced from each other in the tangential direction of the free contact end of the element. annular of the beverage preparation device.
[0087]
The system of claim 86, wherein the largest width of each groove is 0.9 to 1.1 mm, preferably 0.95 to 1.05 mm, more preferably 0.98 to 1, 02 mm, in which a maximum height of each groove 20 in an axial direction of the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is 0.01 to 0.09 mm, preferably 0.03 to 0.07 mm. mm, more preferably from 0.045 to 0.055 mm, most preferably from 0.05 mm and wherein the number of grooves is from 90 to 110, preferably from 96, and wherein optionally the radial width of the end The free contact at the location of the grooves is from 0.05 to 0.9 mm, preferably from 0.2 to 0.7 mm and more preferably from 0.3 to 0.55 mm.
[0088]
88. A system according to claims 45 to 87, wherein, in use, when the closure element of the beverage preparation device 30 closes the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device, at least the end of free contact of the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device is movable relative to the closure element of the beverage preparation device by the pressure of the fluid in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device to the closure member of the beverage preparation device for applying the maximum force between the capsule flange and the free end of the beverage preparation device enclosure member, wherein optionally the enclosure element comprises a first portion and a second portion, wherein the second portion comprises the free contact end 3036105 56 of the enclosure member in which the second part can move relative to the first part between a first and a second position, in which the second part can move from the first position to the second position in the direction of the closure member under the influence of the fluid pressure 5 in the enclosure element, wherein optionally the force F1 according to claim 85 is reached in the case where the second part is in the first position with a fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure element, as indicated in claim 85, and wherein the force F2 as claimed in claim 84 is reached in the case where the second part is moved to the second position under the influence of the fluid pressure P2 in the element. enclosure as set forth in claim 84.
[0089]
89. A system according to any one of claims 45 to 88, wherein, in use, when the closure element of the beverage preparation device closes the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device, the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device is movable with respect to the closure element of the beverage preparation device by the pressure of the fluid in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device to the closure member of the beverage preparation device for applying the maximum force between the capsule flange and the free end of the beverage device enclosure member.
[0090]
90. Use of a capsule (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 44 in a beverage preparation device (4) comprising an enclosure member (6) for receiving the capsule (2), wherein the enclosure member (6) comprises fluid injection means (10) for supplying pressurized fluid to the capsule (2), wherein the beverage preparation device (4) further comprises an element of closure (8), such as an extraction plate (8), for closing the enclosure element (6) of the beverage preparation device (4), wherein the enclosure element (6) the beverage preparation device (4) further comprises an annular element (41) having a central annular element axis (41A) and a free contact end (30), said free contact end (30) of the annular member (41) being optionally provided with a plurality of radial grooves (40); wherein the capsule (2) contains a substance for the preparation of a drinking beverage by extracting and / or dissolving the substance by means of the pressurized fluid in the capsule (2) by the fluid injection means ( 10) of the beverage preparation device (4), wherein the capsule (2) comprises an aluminum capsule body (12) having a central capsule body axis, said aluminum capsule body (12) being provided with a bottom (18), a sidewall (16) and an outwardly extending flange (20), the cap (2) further comprising an aluminum cover (14) attached to the flange (20) extending outwardly, the cover (14) sealingly closing the capsule (2), wherein the cap (2) further comprises a sealing member (28) at the flange (20) extending outwardly to provide fluid-tight contact with the enclosure member (6) of the beverage preparation device (4) in the case where the capsule (2) is positioned in the enclosure element (6) of the beverage preparation device (4) and the enclosure element (6) is closed by means of the closure member (8) of the beverage preparation device (4), so that the flange (20) extending outwardly of the capsule (2) and at least a portion of the element sealing (28) of the capsule (2) is sealingly engaged between the enclosure member (6) and the closure member (8) of the beverage preparation device (4). 15
[0091]
91. The use according to claim 90, wherein, in use, the maximum fluid pressure in the container member of the beverage preparation device is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably 12 to 18 bar.
[0092]
92. The use according to claim 90 or 91, wherein in use, during infusion, a free end of the container member of the beverage preparation device exerts a force F2 on the element. sealing the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein F2 is in the range of 500 to 1500 N preferably, in the range of 750 to 1250 N, when the fluid pressure P2 in the container element of the beverage preparation device outside the capsule is in the range of 6 to 20 bar, preferably between 12 and 18 bar, and in which there is the fluid-tight contact.
[0093]
93. The use according to any one of claims 90 to 92, wherein, in use, before or at the beginning of the infusion, a free end of the container member of the beverage preparation device exerts a force F1 on the sealing member of the capsule to provide fluid-tight contact between the flange extending outwardly of the capsule and the enclosure member of the beverage preparation device, wherein Fl is in the range from 30 to 150 N, preferably from 40 to 150 N, more preferably from 50 to 100 N, when the fluid pressure P1 in the enclosure element of the beverage preparation device outside. of the capsule is in the range of 0.1 to 4 bar, preferably 0.1 to 1 bar, and in which there is fluid tight contact. 3036105 58
[0094]
94. The use according to any one of claims 90 to 93, wherein the plurality of radially extending open grooves are spaced uniformly from each other in the tangential direction of the free contact end of the annular element of the beverage preparation device.

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