Patents by Inventor Ronald J. Komarek
Ronald J. Komarek 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).
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Publication number: 20240003789Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes at least one reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution that are combined into a reaction mixture. Insoluble components are separated from the reaction mixture and soluble components, including a dissolved analyte are dispensed from the at least one reaction vessel. The system further includes at least one purification vessel configured to receive the soluble components from the at least one reaction vessel, separate contaminants from the soluble components, and dispense a purified dissolved analyte.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2023Publication date: January 4, 2024Applicant: ANKOM Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Patent number: 11761863Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2021Date of Patent: September 19, 2023Assignee: ANKOM Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Publication number: 20210278326Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2021Publication date: September 9, 2021Applicant: ANKOM Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Patent number: 10989634Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2020Date of Patent: April 27, 2021Assignee: ANKOM TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Publication number: 20210055191Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2020Publication date: February 25, 2021Inventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Micheal Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Patent number: 9764324Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2015Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Assignee: ANKOM TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Publication number: 20160107155Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2015Publication date: April 21, 2016Inventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Patent number: 9182382Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2010Date of Patent: November 10, 2015Assignee: Ankom Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Publication number: 20120156799Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2010Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: Ankom Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Patent number: 6479295Abstract: A method for simultaneous analysis of individual samples for crude fat content. This method utilizes a process of encapsulation of a sample in filter media and the batch processing of numerous samples in one vessel. The method involves the quantitative encapsulation of a sample in a filter media. Multiple samples are subsequently extracted in batch with a suitable solvent, under controlled temperature and pressure conditions. The quantitative determination of crude fat is accomplished by measuring the difference between the residue remaining in the filter media and the weight of the original sample. This method greatly improves the efficiency of crude fat determinations and allows the processing of numerous samples simultaneously saving analytical time. The invention further includes exposing the sample to a pretreatment to a strong acid or base under conditions and for a time sufficient to break the fat bonds which exist in said foodstuff.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2000Date of Patent: November 12, 2002Inventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek
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Patent number: 6184039Abstract: A method for simultaneous analysis of individual samples for crude fat content. This method utilizes a process of encapsulation of a sample in filter media and the batch processing of numerous samples in one vessel. The method involves the quantitative encapsulation of a sample in a filter media. Multiple samples are subsequently extracted in batch with a suitable solvent, under controlled temperature and pressure conditions. The quantitative determination of crude fat is accomplished by measuring the difference between the residue remaining in the filter media and the weight of the original sample. This method greatly improves the efficiency of crude fat determinations and allows the processing of numerous samples simultaneously saving analytical time.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 1999Date of Patent: February 6, 2001Inventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek