摘要 |
The in-car coffee maker (10) allows the driver of a motor vehicle to brew a cup or other single portion of brewed beverage without taking attention from the road. The device is stabilized by an anchored base (14). There is a rotatable holder clamp (30) to level the coffee maker (10) on an uneven floor or other surface of a motor vehicle and an interlock mechanism (108) prevents commencement of the brewing cycle unless the drinking cup (102) is applied in proper position adjacent the coffee maker. A showerhead configuration (100) above a brewing chamber (90) allows heated water to dispersably contact a prepackaged filter containing beverage precursor particles. A thermostat control (188) causes automatic shut-off when a single portion has been brewed. A water reservoir (70) is removable and resealable. Splash guard features (106) are provided in the drinking cup (102) for safety.
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