Patents Issued in May 18, 2017
  • Publication number: 20170135326
    Abstract: Non-human animals, e.g., mammals, e.g., mice or rats, are provided comprising an immunoglobulin heavy chain locus that comprises a rearranged human immunoglobulin heavy chain variable region nucleotide sequence. The rearranged human immunoglobulin heavy chain variable region nucleotide sequence may be operably linked to a heavy or light chain constant region nucleic acid sequence. Also described are genetically modified non-human animals comprising an immunoglobulin light chain locus comprising one or more but less than the wild type number of human immunoglobulin light chain variable region gene segments, which may be operably linked to a light chain constant region nucleic acid sequence. Also provided are methods for obtaining nucleic acid sequences that encode immunoglobulin light chain variable domains capable of binding an antigen in the absence of a heavy chain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: John McWhirter, Cagan Gurer, Karolina A. Meagher, Lynn Macdonald, Andrew J. Murphy
  • Publication number: 20170135327
    Abstract: The invention discloses methods for the generation of chimaeric human—non-human antibodies and chimaeric antibody chains, antibodies and antibody chains so produced, and derivatives thereof including fully humanised antibodies; compositions comprising said antibodies, antibody chains and derivatives, as well as cells, non-human mammals and vectors, suitable for use in said methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: E-Chiang LEE, Jasper CLUBE, Allan BRADLEY
  • Publication number: 20170135328
    Abstract: A transgenic mouse has a genome that includes the entire gene region of human transforming growth factor beta-1 (human TGF?1) located downstream of a mouse Podocin promoter such that expression of the human TGF?1 is controlled by the mouse Podocin promoter. The human TGF?1 contains 7 exons and 6 introns, the human TGF?1 is expressed in a kidney of the mouse as non-active TGF?1 and becomes active TGF?1 extracellularly, and the transgenic mouse spontaneously develops renal fibrosis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Yutaka YANO, Esteban C. GABAZZA, Corina GABAZZA
  • Publication number: 20170135329
    Abstract: The invention provides genetically modified non-human animals that express a humanized MHC II protein (humanized MHC II ? and ? polypeptides), as well as embryos, cells, and tissues comprising the same. Also provided are constructs for making said genetically modified animals and methods of making the same. Methods of using the genetically modified animals to study various aspects of human immune system are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Lynn Macdonald, Andrew J. Murphy, Naxin Tu, Cagan Gurer, Vera Voronina, Sean Stevens
  • Publication number: 20170135330
    Abstract: A fishing line guide includes an attachment portion, a support leg frame, a support leg portion and a guide ring portion. The support leg frame extends from a base end of the attachment portion and is integrally formed with the attachment portion. The attachment portion and the support leg frame are made of a metallic material. The support leg portion extends from the base end of the attachment portion and is composited with the support leg frame throughout the overall length of the support leg frame. The guide ring portion is located at a tip end of the support leg portion. A fishing line passes through the guide ring portion. The support leg portion and the guide ring portion are partially or wholly made of a plastic material. A sectional area of the support leg frame gradually decreases toward the tip end of the support leg frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: FUJI KOGYO CO., LTD.
    Inventor: KAZUHITO OMURA
  • Publication number: 20170135331
    Abstract: A sprayer including a chassis supporting a main container, a spray boom, and an incorporation device, the incorporation device having an active state and an inactive state. A volume occupied by the incorporation device can be varied between its active state and its inactive state. The incorporation device has a larger capacity in its active state and is smaller in size in its inactive state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: KUHN-BLANCHARD SAS
    Inventor: Benoit JARRASSIER
  • Publication number: 20170135332
    Abstract: A collapsible wheeled game transport cart is disclosed. The game transport cart includes carrying straps that are used to transport the cart when it is unloaded and collapsed. Straps for securing game to the game transport cart may be provided, and the cart is easily navigated over rough and wooded terrain. A collapsible kickstand may be provided that facilitates loading, transporting and unloading of game.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: Keith A. Doyle
  • Publication number: 20170135333
    Abstract: This disclosure describes a lyoprotectant matrix, compositions including the lyoprotectant matrix and methods for storing a liquid biospecimen using the lyoprotectant matrix. Generally, the lyoprotectant matrix includes a non-woven web having fibers having, as components, at least one lyoprotective carbohydrate and at least one polymer. The matrix further possesses an apparent pore size of 0.1 ?m to 500 ?m.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Alptekin Aksan, Morwena Jane V. Solivio, Marcus Kramer, Rebekah Less
  • Publication number: 20170135334
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for treating or preventing macular degeneration in a subject. The disclosure also provides compositions and methods for preserving organs and tissues for transplantation, and for preventing cellular injury in organs or in subjects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Gautam GHATNEKAR, Robert GOURDIE, Jane JOURDAN
  • Publication number: 20170135335
    Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a device for vitrification cryopreservation enabling easy and reliable vitrification cryopreservation of a cell or tissue. The device for vitrification cryopreservation of a cell or tissue of the present invention includes a support and a vitrification solution absorber including at least an adhesive layer and a vitrification solution absorbing layer in the given order on the support. The device includes a portion with no adhesive layer disposed between the support and a portion of the vitrification solution absorbing layer configured to hold a cell or tissue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: MITSUBISHI PAPER MILLS LIMITED
    Inventors: Atsushi Matsuzawa, Katsumitsu Susaki
  • Publication number: 20170135336
    Abstract: Disclosed are devices and methods for non-cryogenic vitrification of biological materials that include the steps of providing one or more capillary channels of which a first opening is operably in contact with a moisture containing vitrification mixture made of a biological material and a vitrification agent. The capillary absorbs and transports the moisture to the second opening through capillary action, and the moisture is subsequently evaporated into a surrounding low humidity atmosphere until the vitrification mixture enters into a vitrified state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Pravansu S. Mohanty, Nilay Chakraborty
  • Publication number: 20170135337
    Abstract: An article including, either: a frame having an interior cavity, and a flexible liner situated within the interior cavity; or a deformable frame having an interior cavity, as defined herein. Either frame can receive a sample, such as liquid having suspended live cells, and cooling freezes the sample to a solid sample. The solid sample can be readily ejected from the article having either a frame with the flexible liner, or the deformable frame, without extensive thawing. The solid sample can be rapidly displaced from the article by the methods and apparatus disclosed herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Jessica Monique Brown, Nicholas Michael Illsley, Gregory Roger Martin, Ana Marie del Pilar Pardo, Allison Jean Tanner
  • Publication number: 20170135338
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a molluscicide composition having a form of food bait and comprising at least one molluscicidal agent. In order to improve efficacy and ecological properties of a molluscicide it further comprises humic acid. The invention also relates to a method of preparing such a composition, a molluscicide dosage form comprising such a composition, as well as a method and use of such a molluscicide composition or a molluscicide dosage form in combating molluscs for an extended period in agricultural, horticultural and/or garden environments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2014
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: Janusz Swietoslawski
  • Publication number: 20170135339
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a coating formulation which is developed for sterilization of annual and perennial plant seeds and agricultural implements. With the present invention; an antifungal, anticandidal, antibacterial and antiviral coating formulation containing zinc pyrithione, triclosan and carboxymethyl cellulose is obtained. Furthermore, thanks to the present invention, contaminations due to the areas of use of annual and perennial plant seeds and the silo, storehouse and warehouse surfaces, where the seeds are stored before seeding, can be prevented. The present invention can be used for sterilization of agricultural implements and equipment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: YEDITEPE UNIVERSITESI
    Inventors: Fikrettin SAHIN, Zeynep USTAOGLU, Okan DEMIR
  • Publication number: 20170135340
    Abstract: Systems and methods related to the formation of a reaction product on a surface are generally provided. The systems and methods described herein may allow for collection of the retention of a fluid by a surface in a relatively high amount. Such systems and methods may be useful in various applications including, for example, agriculture. In some embodiments, the systems and methods enhance water retention on hydrophobic surfaces of plants. Advantageously, the methods described herein may, in some cases, result in the formation of reaction products on a surface that serve to prevent fluids from being removed from the surface. Advantageously, the systems and methods described herein may suppress the adverse effects of natural conditions such as high surface energies and wind.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    Inventors: Kripa K. Varanasi, Maher Damak, Seyed Reza Mahmoudi, Nasim Hyder
  • Publication number: 20170135341
    Abstract: A disinfecting cover for use in disinfecting a weight bearing upper surface of a resilient medical patient pressure redistribution support includes a thin barrier membrane drapable on top of the weight bearing upper surface of the resilient support, and a peripherally-extending edge terminating between the peripherally-extending side of the resilient support between the weight bearing upper surface and the bottom surface of the support. The thin barrier membrane comprises an anti-microbial disinfectant, and being non-fibrous, and impervious to the transfer of fluid from the first main surface to the second main surface. The thin barrier membrane comprises a thickness operable to maintain the weight distribution of a patient on the weight bearing upper surface of the resilient medical patient pressure redistribution support substantially the same compared to the weight distribution without the thin barrier membrane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: KICKBALL CONCEPTS LLC
    Inventors: Harrison R. MURPHY, Juraj Michal Daniel SLAVIK, II
  • Publication number: 20170135342
    Abstract: The inventive subject matter relates to compounds of Formula I and Formula II, compositions thereof, and processes for making such compounds as presently claimed and further described herein. The inventive compounds and compositions have antimicrobial properties and are useful as environmental disinfectants, topical cleansers such as topical personal care compositions, sanitizers, preservatives, in water treatment, as permanent or erodible coatings for medical devices and appliances, and in therapeutics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Kevin L. Caran, Kyle Seifert
  • Publication number: 20170135343
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides pheromone compositions. In some aspects, the compositions taught herein comprise a pheromone chemically corresponding to the pheromone naturally produced by a given insect, along with at least one positional isomer of said pheromone. In various aspects, pheromone compositions of the present disclosure are able to modulate the response of the insect based on the ratio of natural pheromone to its positional isomer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Mike Ming Yu CHEN, Pedro COELHO, Peter MEINHOLD, Toni M. LEE
  • Publication number: 20170135344
    Abstract: A built-in and process-adaptive formulation of antimicrobial commodity thermoplastic resins with mixed compositions comprising of a polymer, a backbone linker, and a non-labile antifouling and biocompatible coupling agent which is melt-processable and enabled to be manufactured into finished products in the form of solid, monolith, tube, composite, fiber, film, sheet and varnish without the prerequisite of biocides or antimicrobial additives is disclosed. The said formulation is adapted to thermoforming and thermal curing processes including but not limited to melt compounding, spinning, extrusion, molding, compression foaming and drawing. The antimicrobial property is attributed to the persistent formation of a non-stick bacteria-repellent tethered layer in which the antifouling component of the said formulation is heterogeneously phase separated and/or surface migrated to the surface after product forming in order to minimize adsorption and/or colonization of bacteria.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Yiu Tin Richard LAU, Sau Kuen Connie KWOK, Wenjun MENG, Sheung Yin LI, Yueying CHEN
  • Publication number: 20170135345
    Abstract: A composition comprising herbicidal mixtures of mesotrione impregnated into or coated on the surface of a granular substrate material such as a fertilizer granule and/or a solid inert carrier material is provided for use to control weeds in turfgrasses without causing damage to the grass and methods for the use thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: Robert D. BAKER
  • Publication number: 20170135346
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the use of heterocyclic compounds of the formula (I) for controlling nematodes and to methods useful for controlling nematodes and/or increasing crop yield.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: BAYER CROPSCIENCE AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
    Inventors: EIKE KEVIN HEILMANN, AXEL TRAUTWEIN, JOERG GREUL, JOHANNES-RUDOLF JANSEN, UDO RECKMANN, STEFAN HERRMANN, PETER LOESEL
  • Publication number: 20170135347
    Abstract: The present invention provides a novel insecticidal, miticidal, nematicidal, microbicidal, or bactericidal composition and a novel pest control method. An insecticide, miticide, nematicide, molluscicide, disinfectant, or bactericide composition containing one or two substances selected from 4-[5-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-4,5-dihydro-5-(trifluoromethyl)isoxazole-3-yl]-2-methyl-N-[2-oxo-2-[(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)amino]ethyl]benzamide or (Z)-4-[5-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-5-trifluoromethyl-4,5-dihydroisoxazole-3-yl]-N-(methoxyiminomethyl)-2-methylbenzamide, and one or more substances selected from known insecticide, miticide, nematicide, molluscicide, disinfectant, or bactericide compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: NISSAN CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LTD.
    Inventor: Takahiro KAGAMI
  • Publication number: 20170135348
    Abstract: Provided are: a fused heterocyclic compound by formula (1) or an N-oxide thereof, having excellent control effects against pests: a pest control composition containing the abovementioned compound and an inert carrier; and a pest control method for applying an effective dose of the abovementioned compound to a pest or pest habitat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Takamasa TANABE, Hajime MIZUNO, Hiroshi OKAMOTO
  • Publication number: 20170135349
    Abstract: A composition for topical administration containing particles and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The particles may be composed of a metal oxide such as titanium oxide or zinc oxide, and may be coated with an external coating. The composition may also contain one or more organic components that are either bound or unbound to the particles. The composition may be used to prevent mosquitoes from extracting blood from a host and/or from infecting a host with a mosquito-borne disease or infection, or to protect a host from blood extraction and/or infection by a mosquito.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: Kevin McAllister
  • Publication number: 20170135350
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising a dispersion of solid particles of a substantially insoluble copper compound; a boron-containing compound, a fluoride-containing compound, or a combination thereof; wherein at least 20% of the particles of the composition comprise particles having particle size greater than 25 microns. Also disclosed herein are methods of making and using the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Douglas J. Herdman, Jun Zhang, Thomas Pope, Randy C. Marquardt
  • Publication number: 20170135351
    Abstract: Provided is a method for treating or preventing the spread of seed associated diseases within a population of seedlings. The method includes providing the seedlings with an amount of a formulation obtained from at least a first component and a second component. The first component may include particulate matter holding one or more natural oils. The second component may include a bacterial cocktail of at least two antagonistic bacteria. Further provided is a package including the first component, the second components and instructions for performing the method.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: NOBACTRA ISRAEL Ltd.
    Inventor: Giora KRITZMAN
  • Publication number: 20170135352
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides compositions comprising Root-Knot Nematode (RKN)-active Methylobacterium sp., methods for controlling RKN infections of plants, and methods of making the compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Natalie Breakfield, Gregg Bogosian
  • Publication number: 20170135353
    Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to fusion proteins containing a targeting sequence that targets the fusion protein to the exosporium of a Bacillus cereus family member. The invention also relates to recombinant Bacillus cereus family members expressing such fusion proteins, formulations containing the recombinant Bacillus cereus family members expressing the fusion proteins. Methods for stimulating plant growth and for protecting plants from pathogens by applying the recombinant Bacillus cereus family members or the formulations to plants or a plant growth medium are also described. The invention also relates to methods for immobilizing spores of a recombinant Bacillus cereus family member expressing a fusion protein on plant roots.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Brian Thompson, Katie Thompson
  • Publication number: 20170135354
    Abstract: A flour and cheese based food product, which is appealing to the olfactory, and taste senses and have good nutritional value. The food product is a pizza comprises a baked dough base, which is dressed by cheese, toppings, sauce, condiments etc. wherein a unique set of ingredients impart a distinct flavor to the food product. Present invention also provides a method to prepare the above food product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: William G. Weiner, JR., Sharon Weiner
  • Publication number: 20170135355
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device (30) for cutting the head off a slaughtered animal's carcass comprising: at least two knives (31,32), both provided with a cutting edge (33, 34); and controls for moving the knives towards and away from each other such that the cutting edges of the knives cooperate in a cutting action, whereby at least one of the knives is provided with a position-finding protruding cutting edge portion (35,36). The invention also relates to an automatic work station comprising such a cutting device and a manipulator for positioning the cutting device. Furthermore the invention relates to a method for cutting the head off a slaughtered animal's carcass.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Niels Antonio William Koster, Leonardus Jozephus Antonius Tiggeloven
  • Publication number: 20170135356
    Abstract: An evisceration apparatus for eviscerating a poultry carcass suspended by the legs, including an evisceration tool is movable up and down, and into and out of, a body cavity of the poultry, and two bracket halves that connect to each other. A hinge at a lower extremity of the tool is embodied with cooperating clamping faces adjacent to the hinge for clamping a part of the viscera of the poultry when the two bracket halves are moved towards each other from an open position into a closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Evert Kikstra, Hermanus Laurentius Zomerdijk
  • Publication number: 20170135357
    Abstract: This invention relates to a cutting system for cutting food products while the food products are conveyed by a conveyor. An arc-shaped system and a cutting means are provided, where the cutting means is adapted to be connected to the arc-shaped system. The arc-shaped system is adapted to be positioned above a surface area of the conveyor on which said food products are resting during the cutting such that the center of the arc-shaped system is around the surface area. A control unit operates the position of the cutting means within the arc-shaped system based on image data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Thorir FINNSSON, Kristjan HALLVARDSSON
  • Publication number: 20170135358
    Abstract: A method for reducing bacterial contamination on a food surface. The method comprises applying to the food surface an N—C6-C18 acyl amino acid ester and a methylcellulose. The methylcellulose has anhydroglucose units joined by 1-4 linkages wherein hydroxy groups of anhydroglucose units are substituted with methyl groups such that s23/s26 is 0.36 or less, wherein s23 is the molar fraction of anhydroglucose units wherein only the two hydroxy groups in the 2- and 3-positions of the anhydroglucose unit are substituted with methyl groups and wherein s26 is the molar fraction of anhydroglucose units wherein only the two hydroxy groups in the 2- and 6-positions of the anhydroglucose unit are substituted with methyl groups.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicants: Dow Global Technologies LLC, Dow Global Technologies LLC
    Inventors: Jaime L. Curtis-Fisk, Puspendu Deo, Stephanie L. Hughes, Janardhanan S. Rajan, Ian A. Tomlinson
  • Publication number: 20170135359
    Abstract: A system to illuminate fruit and/or vegetables in the food storage facility, comprising a lamp (8) and a controller (12). The lamp is operable to provide the illumination with a first light output and a second light output, the first light output having a higher intensity and at least a red-bias spectrum relative to the second light output. Further, the system comprises a controller for controlling the illumination of the fruit and/or vegetables in the food storage facility by controlling the lamp. The controller is configured to apply the illumination in a sequence comprising a period of darkness, followed by the first light output for a first period, then followed by the second light output for a second period.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Céline Catherine Sarah NICOLE, Daniël Willem Elisabeth SCHOBBEN
  • Publication number: 20170135360
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods of producing a fermented milk product comprising a step wherein milk is fermented, wherein: (a) the fermentation is initiated by a starter culture, which starter culture comprises lactic acid bacteria capable of metabolizing one or several carbohydrates present in the milk, (b) the fermentation is terminated by a decrease of the concentration of the one or several carbohydrates during fermentation, and (c) the decrease is at least also caused by the metabolic activity of the lactic acid bacteria. The invention further provides respective methods comprising a step, wherein at least part of the whey is separated from the fermented milk product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: Chr. Hansen A/S
    Inventors: Christel GARRIGUES, Christian GILLELADEN, Mirjana CURIC-BAWDEN, Thomas JANZEN, Mimi BIRKELUND, Gäelle Lettier BUCHHORN, Kim lb SOERENSEN, Nanna CHRISTENSEN, Claus SVANE, Soeren RIIS, Martin Bastian PEDERSEN, Jean-Marie ODINOT, Luciana JIMENEZ, Pascal LANCIAUX, Duncan HAMM, Choon Ming SIEW
  • Publication number: 20170135361
    Abstract: The embodiment of the present invention discloses an automatic beancurd sheet making machine provided with cooling grooves. The automatic beancurd sheet making machine consists of a machine frame, a water tank, a soybean milk groove, a soybean milk circulating pump, cooling grooves, air blow pipes, a beancurd sheet collecting drum and conveyor belts. According to the automatic beancurd sheet making machine disclosed by the embodiment of the present invention, continuous sheet picking can be performed on beancurd sheets formed in the soybean milk groove, a condition that the machine needs to be stopped for sheet forming is avoided, and beancurd sheets can realize natural absorption of residual heat of the soybean milk groove on the conveyor belts like original manual work so as to realize drying by airing. The dried beancurd sheets are cut, and then packed, and automatic continuous operation is realized.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: Siu Fai LAU
  • Publication number: 20170135362
    Abstract: A method for concentrating a particular component in powder by performing a mechanical dry processing on powder formed by granulating a solution containing two or more components, producing chips in a fine-powder form by chipping away at particle surfaces of the powder where a larger amount of the particular component is contained than particle interior portions of the powder, classifying the powder into fine powder containing the chips and coarse powder containing particles whose surfaces have been chipped away, and collecting the fine powder containing the particular component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Akihiko EMA, Kenji JIKIHARA
  • Publication number: 20170135363
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for gently eliminating odorous substances and coloring agents from lipid phases. Said method is easy and inexpensive to carry out and and can be employed for purifying lipid phases of various origins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: Max Dietz
  • Publication number: 20170135364
    Abstract: A method of preparing a tea beverage in a brewing device is provided, the device comprising an infusion chamber with a bottom rim which defines an opening; a capsule holder for receiving a capsule, the capsule holder comprising a filter and an openable and closable passage; the method comprising: inserting a capsule into the capsule holder; connecting the capsule holder to the infusion chamber; introducing liquid into the capsule so that the liquid and tea material mix and flow into the infusion chamber and brew the beverage; and then opening the passage to allow the beverage to flow from the infusion chamber through the filter and out through the passage. A capsule containing tea material for use in the method is also provided, the capsule comprising a body part, which is a single, impermeable piece which defines a cavity with a volume of from 10 to 24 cm3.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: Conopco, Inc., d/b/a UNILEVER
    Inventors: David Murray Cross, Michael PATON, Cristian Simion POPA, Alistair David SMITH, Daniel Thomas TOON, Terence John WILBY
  • Publication number: 20170135365
    Abstract: An injection molding system (1) is described, for at least one fat-containing product in at least one die (9), equipped with at least one injection means (3), the injection means (3) being equipped therein with at least one injection channel (2), the system (1) comprising at least one heating element (5) arranged inside the injection means (3) in parallel with the injection channel (2) and at least one male half-shell (8) of the die (9), connected to at least one lower surface of at least one cooled support means (7).
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: LIVE-TECH S.R.L.
    Inventor: Domenico VEGLIO
  • Publication number: 20170135366
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for forming caramels having reduced low molecular weight species such as 4-MeI. The low-4-MeI caramels produced by this method have improved stability and taste relative to those known in the art. The invention also extends to the caramels produced by the disclosed methods and the use of such caramels in food and beverages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Josef Klucik, You Chen, Patricio Gutierrez
  • Publication number: 20170135367
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a process comprising as process steps: a) Providing a confectionery precursor mass, wherein the confectionery precursor mass is liquid; b) Providing a support, supporting a powder, wherein the powder includes a powder surface, wherein the powder surface comprises a plurality of negative molds; c) Filling the negative molds with the confectionery precursor mass; and d) Hardening the confectionery precursor mass; wherein the powder has a particle size distribution characterized by a i) D10 in a range from 6 to 10 ?m, ii) D50 in a range from 12 to 16 ?m, and iii) D90 in a range from 21 to 25 ?m.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: Bülent Aydin
  • Publication number: 20170135368
    Abstract: Disclosed is a novel confectionery item, and more particularly a chewing gum of which the fat content has been reduced or totally eliminated. This reduction or elimination of the fat makes it possible to obtain a confectionery item that has a reduced caloric load, while keeping a texture similar to the same confectionery item containing fat. Moreover, the invention also concerns the combination of this novel confectionery item with already existing confectionery items in order to create novel textures and flavours. The present invention also concerns a method for preparing such a confectionery item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Raymond BRENDEL, Andre BUSOLIN
  • Publication number: 20170135369
    Abstract: COMPOSITION FOR PRODUCING CHEWING GUM that, apart from chewing gum made from polyvinyl acetate, xanthan gum or Sapodilla tree sap, also includes at least caffeine and Panax ginseng, and optionally any of the following ingredients: Ptychopetalum olacoides (also known as Mura Puama) Rhodiola Rosea Turnera diffusa (commonly known as Damiana) Lepidium meyenii (also known as Maca) Tribulus Terrestris (also known as Caltrop) Steviol glycosides (E-960), as a natural sweetener Spearmint aroma Silicon oxide Magnesium stearate
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2014
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Jose Luis ROJANO JORGE, Jordi CLARAMONTE CALLEJON
  • Publication number: 20170135370
    Abstract: A novel composition of a confectionery or pharmaceutical product, characterised in that it includes 30 to 70 wt % of a bulking agent other than maltitol having a specific surface area smaller than 0.5 m2/g and also having a reduced amount of base gum, with no negative effect on the organoleptic properties, relative to the prior art products. Also, a method for using the novel composition in the production of a chewing gum characterised in that it enables the amount of base gum in said products to be considerably reduced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Andre BUSOLIN, Antoine BARRE
  • Publication number: 20170135371
    Abstract: A sweetening composition including from 80% to 95% by weight of crystalline pulverulent sorbitol and having an enthalpy of at most 150 J/g, a low specific surface area, a particular particle size and an excellent flow ability. Also the process for producing this novel sweetening composition, and the use of this sweetening composition in a method for preparing chewing gums and tablets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Dominique ORTIZ DE ZARATE, Sylvie LAGACHE, Andre BUSOLIN, Antoine BARRE
  • Publication number: 20170135372
    Abstract: Colored hard coated edible products characterized by minimal appearance defects in the coating are disclosed. Color and flavor are in substantially separated regions of the coating. Methods of making such products are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Stephanie Mireille Christiane Mandati, Laurie Welborn, Jorge Beltran Lobato, Gaelle Buffet
  • Publication number: 20170135373
    Abstract: The disclosure extends to apparatuses, methods, and systems, for producing frozen confections and conditioning ice for use in frozen confections. A frozen confection machine includes a hopper portion for receiving ice into an interior, and a motor configured to rotate a drive shaft, a blade to condition the ice in the hopper during rotation of the motor. The frozen confection machine also includes a lid for selectively covering the interior of the hopper, a bias member for biasing the lid away from a closed position, and a switch for causing the motor to actuate in response to the lid being pressed to a closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: Snowie LLC
    Inventor: Carl A. Rupp
  • Publication number: 20170135374
    Abstract: The disclosure extends to apparatuses, methods, and systems, for producing frozen confections and conditioning ice for use in frozen confections. A frozen confection machine includes a hopper portion for receiving ice into an interior, and a motor configured to rotate a drive shaft, a blade to condition the ice in the hopper during rotation of the motor. The frozen confection machine also includes a lid for selectively covering the interior of the hopper, a bias member for biasing the lid away from a closed position, and a switch for causing the motor to actuate in response to the lid being pressed to a closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Applicant: Snowie LLC
    Inventor: Carl A. Rupp
  • Publication number: 20170135375
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for preparing high protein flakes comprising forming a protein into a protein pellet and introducing the protein pellet and a food component into a cooker. The protein pellet and the food component are cooked in the cooker to give a cooked food product. The food product is then formed into a high protein flake.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2016
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Monjur Hossen, George Cherian, Muhammad Asif