Slower flow

Basket geometry and flow

Basket geometry and flow

How basket geometry—diameter, depth, and hole pattern—affects espresso flow dynamics, extraction balance, and flavor outcomes.

Sensor fusion: TDS + flow + temp

Sensor fusion: TDS + flow + temp

How sensor fusion—combining TDS, flow, and temperature data—provides deeper insight into extraction dynamics and quality control in coffee brewing.

Filter paper properties and effects

Filter paper properties and effects

How filter paper properties—thickness, porosity, material, and treatments—affect flow, clarity, and flavor in brewed coffee.

Bed depth and hydraulic resistance

Bed depth and hydraulic resistance

How coffee bed depth influences hydraulic resistance in espresso and filter brewing, shaping flow rates, extraction uniformity, and flavor balance.

Cold drip towers and flow control

Cold drip towers and flow control

How cold drip towers work, the role of flow control in extraction, and how they differ from immersion cold brew methods.

Headspace and puck depth

Headspace and puck depth

How headspace and puck depth in the portafilter affect flow dynamics, extraction uniformity, and flavor in espresso.