Next-Generation Hemp Extracts and Compositions
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel, AI-driven hemp extract production system that leverages machine learning, IoT, and blockchain technologies to create personalized, adaptive formulations, neuron-targeted therapeutics, and modular cultivation platforms, revolutionizing the hemp industry.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Systems and methods for producing hemp extracts and compositions', provides a foundation for hemp extract production, but it has limitations in terms of customization, scalability, and therapeutic efficacy. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by integrating cutting-edge technologies to create a more efficient, effective, and patient-centric approach.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept consists of four key components: 1) a database-driven system for generating personalized hemp extract formulations, 2) a CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing approach for enhancing CBD's neuroprotective effects, 3) a modular, AI-driven hemp cultivation platform with IoT-enabled grow modules and predictive analytics, and 4) a hemp-derived, bio-absorbable implantable device for sustained release of cannabinoids. These components work in tandem to create a seamless, data-driven production process that prioritizes patient needs and optimizes therapeutic outcomes.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and gene editing technologies represents a significant departure from the original patent's methods. The use of machine learning algorithms to predict optimal extract compositions, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing to enhance CBD's neuroprotective effects, and modular cultivation platforms with predictive analytics are all novel and non-obvious advancements that overcome the limitations of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of other gene editing tools, such as TALEN or ZFN, or the integration of additional AI-powered modules for real-time quality control and supply chain management. Variations of the cultivation platform could incorporate different types of sensors or automation systems to optimize crop yields and reduce waste.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new inventive concept has far-reaching commercial potential in the hemp industry, with applications in personalized medicine, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals. The target market includes healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, and consumers seeking more effective and targeted hemp-based products.
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 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,590 |
|---|---|
| Title | Systems and methods for producing hemp extracts and compositions |
| Assignee(s) | Ecofibre Limited |