| abstract |
A vessel or appliance comprises one or more of: a cordless optical coupling, spill-inhibiting means, a removable lid assembly, capacitive level sensing, a user interface, turbulence detection, volume-related temperature sensing, means for quickly dispensing small amounts of liquid, means for preventing overheating, a multiple action actuator, pumped circulation through a filter, a packable cordless base, a reduced diameter vessel, simplified wiring, and a cordless electrical and mechanical rotary connector. |