Advanced Stevia Sweetener Production Technology
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent described a process for preparing highly soluble rebaudioside A from Stevia rebaudiana plant extract. However, this process has limitations in terms of scalability, quality control, and bioavailability. The present invention addresses these limitations by incorporating advanced technologies to create a more efficient, reliable, and personalized stevia sweetener production system.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present invention introduces a synergistic combination of AI, IoT, blockchain, and nanomaterials to create a novel stevia sweetener production system that is more efficient, reliable, and personalized than the original patent. The inventive step lies in the integration of these advanced technologies to overcome the limitations of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention may include using different types of AI algorithms, IoT sensors, or blockchain platforms. The system may also be adapted for use with other natural sweeteners or plant extracts. Additionally, the nanomaterial-based delivery system may be replaced with other bioavailability-enhancing technologies.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The intelligent Stevia sweetener production system has significant commercial potential in the food and beverage industry, particularly in the areas of natural sweeteners, functional foods, and personalized nutrition. The system's ability to optimize production, ensure authenticity, and enhance bioavailability makes it an attractive solution for companies seeking to improve their product offerings and customer satisfaction.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A23 | A23L27/33 |
| A | A23 | A23G3/36 |
| A | A23 | A23G9/32 |
| A | A23 | A23L2/60 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/00 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/10 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/11 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/12 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/30 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/31 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/34 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/35 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/36 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/37 |
| A | A23 | A23L33/21 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/602 |
| A | A61 | A61K8/9789 |
| A | A61 | A61K36/28 |
| A | A61 | A61Q19/00 |
| A | A23 | A23L27/21 |
| A | A23 | A23V2002/00 |
| A | A61 | A61K2800/10 |
| A | A61 | A61K2800/92 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Food Science and Chemical Engineering, specifically focused on natural sweetener extraction, processing, and optimization technologies with expertise in stevia glycoside formulation, separation techniques, and advanced manufacturing methodologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degree in food science or chemical engineering, familiar with stevia extraction processes, polymorphic variations of glycosides, solubility enhancement techniques, and emerging technologies in food processing and biotechnology
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating advanced computational and sensing technologies into stevia sweetener production represents a natural progression of existing manufacturing optimization strategies. The proposed AI, IoT, and blockchain technologies are well-established in process control and quality management across multiple industries. The fundamental stevia extraction and solubilization process remains substantially unchanged from the source patent, with technological enhancements representing incremental improvements rather than radical innovation.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,974 |
|---|---|
| Title | Highly soluble stevia sweetener |
| Assignee(s) | PURECIRCLE SDN BHD |