CAPSULE RECOGNITION SYSTEM

摘要

The present invention relates to a capsule for a beverage production machine, the capsule comprising:
- an ingredient enclosed within the capsule; and
- an identifier;
wherein the identifier is an area of conductive material incorporating a code pattern, the code pattern consisting of a predetermined arrangement of one or more discontinuities formed in the conductive material, and wherein the capsule comprises an orientation member for directing the alignment of the capsule within the beverage production machine.