Advanced Lean Meat Separation for Extreme Environments
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Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a method for separating lean meat from lean meat-containing material using acidic fluid with nanobubbles. However, this method has limitations in terms of adaptability to unique operational environments, such as high-altitude, emergency response, or high-security situations. The new invention addresses these limitations by providing specialized variations and niche solutions for these specific markets.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new invention's novelty lies in its adaptability to specialized environments, which is not addressed in the original patent. The inventive step is the integration of cryogenic freezing technologies, thermally insulated containers, and enhanced security features to enable lean meat separation in these unique operational environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the use of other cooling methods, such as liquid nitrogen or dry ice, or the integration of additional sensors and monitoring systems to ensure optimal performance in various environments. Variations could also include the development of specialized equipment for specific industries, such as aerospace or military applications.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptive lean meat separation systems have significant commercial potential in various industries, including aerospace, military, emergency response, and disaster relief. The systems could be marketed to companies operating in these industries, as well as to government agencies and non-profit organizations involved in disaster relief efforts.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A22 | A22C17/00 |
| A | A22 | A22C17/0026 |
| A | A22 | A22C17/08 |
| B | B02 | B02C23/20 |
| B | B03 | B03D1/02 |
| B | B03 | B03D1/1412 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Meat Processing and Separation Technologies, specifically focused on cryogenic particle separation methods for meat products, involving thermal processing, size reduction, and particle classification techniques
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with expertise in food engineering, mechanical separation technologies, thermal processing, and industrial meat processing equipment, typically holding a degree in food science, mechanical engineering, or related field with 3-5 years of industrial experience
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core method of thermal differential separation, merely applying the fundamental technique to specialized environmental contexts. The core mechanical and thermal principles remain consistent across the variations, with adaptations representing routine engineering modifications to address specific operational constraints. The PTD's claims fundamentally leverage the same underlying separation mechanism disclosed in the source patent, demonstrating incremental rather than transformative innovation.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,960 |
|---|---|
| Title | Separation method of fat and lean using acidic fluid with nanobubbles |