Specialized Hemp Extraction Systems for Niche Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept adapts the original hemp extraction process for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, such as high-security needs, disaster relief, or extreme weather conditions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a method for producing full spectrum hemp extracts, but it did not address the challenges of adapting this process for specialized environments. This inventive concept solves the problem of producing high-quality hemp extracts in niche settings, ensuring reliable and efficient operation in diverse conditions.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims introduce specialized variations of the original hemp extraction process, including a system for high-security environments with tamper-evident enclosures and multi-factor authentication, a method for disaster relief settings powered by portable solar generators, a composition for treating extreme weather-related stress disorders, a system for remote monitoring and control in extreme weather conditions, and a method for cold climate extraction. These variations incorporate unique components and operating conditions tailored to their respective environments, ensuring the production of high-quality hemp extracts in a range of challenging settings.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims provide a non-obvious and novel solution by adapting the original hemp extraction process for specific niche environments, introducing new components and operating conditions that overcome the limitations of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include adaptations for other specialized environments, such as high-altitude or underwater extraction, or the integration of additional sensors and monitoring systems to enhance process control and efficiency.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in industries such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics, where high-quality hemp extracts are in demand. The specialized variations of the hemp extraction process can cater to specific market needs, such as disaster relief or high-security applications, providing a competitive edge in these niche markets.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K36/185 |
| A | A61 | A61K31/05 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/31 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/331 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/333 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/35 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/37 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/53 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/55 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Cannabis extraction technologies, pharmaceutical compositions, and specialized processing systems with a focus on hemp-derived extracts and medical applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced degrees in chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or organic chemistry, possessing expertise in extraction methodologies, solvent systems, and cannabinoid processing techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable adaptations of the source patent's core extraction methodology, applying known engineering principles to specialized environmental contexts. The disclosed variations demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches by modifying extraction parameters, power sources, and packaging to suit specific operational requirements. These modifications represent routine engineering design choices that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner familiar with hemp extraction technologies.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,590 |
|---|---|
| Title | Systems and methods for producing hemp extracts and compositions |
| Assignee(s) | Ecofibre Limited |