Adaptive Microbial Oil Production for Extreme Environments
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed microbial oil production methods with a focus on fatty acid composition. However, these methods are not adaptable to unique operational environments, such as extreme weather conditions, disaster-stricken areas, or high-security settings. The present invention addresses these limitations by providing specialized microbial oil production systems and methods that cater to these specific needs.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of the present invention lies in the adaptation of microbial oil production methods to specific, niche applications, which is not addressed in the original patent. The inventive step is the combination of specialized components and operating conditions tailored to each unique environment, enabling the production of high-quality microbial oil in a variety of challenging settings.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of different types of fermentation tanks, rectification columns, or energy sources. Additionally, the invention could be modified to accommodate various types of microbial oil production, such as batch or continuous processes.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present invention has significant commercial potential in industries such as disaster relief, high-security facilities, and remote or isolated areas, where access to traditional microbial oil production methods is limited. The market for specialized microbial oil production systems is expected to grow as the need for adaptable and resilient production methods increases.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01N37/06 |
| A | A23 | A23D9/013 |
| A | A23 | A23D9/02 |
| A | A23 | A23K20/158 |
| A | A23 | A23L33/115 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/361 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/9706 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/9728 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/99 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/202 |
| A | A61 | A61K36/06 |
| A | A61 | A61Q19/00 |
| C | C11 | C11B1/025 |
| C | C11 | C11B3/10 |
| C | C11 | C11B3/12 |
| C | C11 | C11C1/005 |
| C | C11 | C11C3/10 |
| C | C12 | C12N1/28 |
| C | C12 | C12P7/6427 |
| C | C12 | C12P7/6436 |
| C | C12 | C12P7/6463 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biotechnology and Food Science, specifically microbial oil production, fermentation technologies, and fatty acid extraction techniques. Requires advanced knowledge of microbiology, chemical engineering, and process optimization
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A researcher or engineer with advanced degrees in biotechnology or chemical engineering, experienced in microbial cultivation, fermentation processes, and lipid extraction techniques, familiar with industrial-scale production methods
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core microbial oil production technology. The disclosed modifications involve standard engineering adaptations to specific environmental conditions while maintaining the fundamental fatty acid composition and extraction principles. These variations demonstrate routine problem-solving within the established technological framework of microbial oil production.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,952 |
|---|---|
| Title | Microbial oil, production method for microbial oil, concentrated microbial oil, and production method for concentrated microbial oil |
| Assignee(s) | NIPPON SUISAN KAISHA, LTD. |