Apparatus for preparing and dispensing whipped beverages

DETAILED DESCRIPTION It is an object of the present invention to provide a novel apparatus for producing and dispensing whipped soft drinks, hot chocolate and like beverages which do not use mechanical whipping means such as rotating blades, but rather uniquely accomplishes the mixing and whipping of the syrup and water by causing collimated steams of the syrup and water to intersect at a mixing point located within a strategically shaped, vented mixing chamber.
Another object of the invention is to provide an apparatus of the aforementioned character, in which air is drawn into the mixing chamber through a strategically located air passageway to prevent a vacuum buildup within the chamber.
Another object of the invention is to provide a mixing apparatus which requires little maintenance and one which is easy to operate and is highly reliable in continuous use.
Another object of the invention is to provide an apparatus of the character described in the preceding paragraphs, which is of a simple construction and embodies a minimum number of moving parts.
Another object of the invention and apparatus for producing and dispensing whipped soft drinks that can be inexpensively produced and easily maintained in a clean and operable condition.
Another object of the invention is to provide an apparatus as described in the preceding paragraphs which embodies highly reliable solenoid valves to control the flow of syrup and water into the mixing chamber of the apparatus.
These and other objects of the invention will become apparent from the description which follows: