US3563362A
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Aligning device for use with machines for processing fruit
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-01-17
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Granted: 1971-02-16
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Expires: 1989-01-17
Abstract
Abstract This invention relates to a device which helps to mechanically align fruit of substantially round or oval shape and which is to be stoned and/or cored and/or cut into two or more sections in a fruit processing machine, the device comprising a spindle, at least one roller freely rotatably mounted on said spindle for supporting the fruit when it is rotated in a supporting cup of the machine.
Inventors
- 👤 Giordano Tomelleri
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 07:50
CPC Classifications
A; A23; A23N; A23N4/00; A23N4/12; A23N4/14; A23N4/02; A23N4/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
52 words
Apparatus for processing fruit of substantially round or oval shape comprising a cup for supporting the fruit, means for rotating the fruit in said cup, and roller means positioned for rotation adjacent the periphery of said cup for providing a rotatable supporting surface for the fruit when rotated by said rotating means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
52 words
Apparatus for processing fruit of substantially round or oval shape comprising a cup for supporting the fruit, means for rotating the fruit in said cup, and roller means positioned for rotation adjacent the periphery of said cup for providing a rotatable supporting surface for the fruit when rotated by said rotating means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
The apparatus of claim 1 further including a spindle located outside of said cup, said roller means being freely rotatably mounted on said spindle.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The combination of claim 2 wherein said spindle is curved about the vertical axis of the cup.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
45 words
The apparatus of claim 2 further including a vertically movable frame, a spindle mounted on said frame, said roller means being freely rotatably mounted on said spindle, and means for effecting vertical movement of said frame to bring the rollers into contact with the fruit.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said cup is formed in a plate, spindle means mounted on said plate, said roller means being freely rotatably mounted on said spindle means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
33 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein a recess is formed in said cup around the lip thereof, said roller means being located at least partially in said recess during operation of said apparatus.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
43 words
The apparatus of claim 1 further including a spindle located outside said cup, said roller means comprising a plurality of rollers freely rotatably mounted on said spindle, the outer surface of said rollers generating a cylinder curved toward the interior of said cup.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-02-15 | 1974-08-17 | 1975-02-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-02-15 | 1978-08-17 | 1979-02-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-02-15 | 1982-08-17 | 1983-02-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |