Patents by Inventor Bharani K. Ashokan

Bharani K. Ashokan has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • BEVERAGES INCLUDING SOLID PARTICULATE MATTER
    Publication number: 20150050413
    Abstract: Beverage products may include an amount of solid material that may include a substantial non-aqueous fraction and may solidify at temperatures of about 25° F. to about 45° F. Particulate matter may include oils and/or a fibrous portion and the particles may provide a perception that the beverage includes crushed ice.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2013
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Applicant: DR PEPPER/SEVEN UP, INC.
    Inventors: Adrian M. Sepcic, Bharani K. Ashokan, Matthew N. Lecky, Rein Hirs
  • PARTIALLY FROZEN BEVERAGES INCLUDING BETAINE
    Publication number: 20130034648
    Abstract: Reduced-calorie, partially-frozen mixes, concentrates, and beverage products may include betaine and may include a level of natural-caloric sweeteners that may be significantly reduced from that of a full-calorie, partially-frozen beverage. The mixes may be compatible with commercially available machinery for the production of partially-frozen beverages. Reduced-calorie, partially-frozen beverages may include up to about 4% by weight betaine, and may provide a mouthfeel and texture that is desirable, particularly for a beverage that includes solid particles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2012
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Inventors: Bharani K. Ashokan, Timothy J. Gross, Adrian M. Sepcic