Abstract: The invention relates to methods of reducing acrylamide during high temperature cooking of carbohydrate-containing foods, in particular vegetables or tubers which are deep fried. In particular, the invention relates to a method of reducing acrylamide during cooking of a carbohydrate-containing food, said method comprising at least the following steps: contacting said food with a first hydroxy acid selected from lactic, malic and tartaric acids at a pH less than or equal to its pKa, or its lowest pKa; part-cooking said food at a temperature at which the Maillard reaction occurs whereby to form a part-cooked food;optionally packaging and/or storing said part-cooked food; contacting said part-cooked food with a second ?-hydroxy acid selected from lactic, malic and tartaric acids at a pH less than or equal to its pKa, or its lowest pKa; and subsequently further cooking said food at a temperature at which the Maillard reaction occurs.

Abstract: Process and an apparatus adapted to carry out the process steps for producing sausage products, which includes the following steps: Comminuting raw meat with fat, adding seasoning, salt and further additives, mixing in order to produce a raw sausage mass, filling the raw sausage mass into sausage casings or boxes to form encased sausage, first warming and fermenting the formed encased sausage, second warming the encased sausage mass to a temperature of approximately 42° C., immediately subsequently cooling the cooked fermented sausage mass to ?1° C. or below with vacuum being applied, and cutting of the dried and cooled encased sausage to obtain a cut and cooled sausage product.

Abstract: A biotechnological composition, more specifically, a composition and its specific application at a Stick water Evaporation Plant during the fish meal & oil manufacturing process, aimed to avoid increase of nitrogen volatile compounds and to reduce the viscosity of stick water concentrate is disclosed.

Abstract: The patent discloses halophilic bacteria and a method for fermenting fish paste, belonging to the technical field of solid-state fermentation of aquatic products using microorganisms. Four kinds of screened halophilic bacteria were used as mixed starter culture to produce fish paste. The effects of the ratio of mixed starter culture, inoculation amount, fermentation temperature, fermentation time and salinity on fish paste were studied by determining physical and chemical indexes and performing sensory evaluation. The fish paste has the characteristics of high safety, low salinity, high flavor and nutrition value. This method of fish paste processing needs short fermentation time. The fermented products of fish paste with better flavor can be obtained by using the mixed starter culture.

Abstract: The present invention belongs to the technical field of condiment preparation, and specifically relates to an astaxanthin-containing condiment and a preparation method therefor. In this method, first a low-speed bead milling method is used to break the cell wall of the yeast, such that astaxanthin is directly emulsified in water, and the concentration of astaxanthin can reach 1043.17 mg/L, avoiding the use of emulsifiers and organic solvents; then a small amount of Angel yeast compound enzyme is added for enzymolysis, with the yield of amino nitrogen as high as 3.51% to 3.65% and the yield of solid matter as high as 47.18% to 49.22%; and finally the gelatinized porous starch solution and gelatin are sequentially added, with the encapsulation rate and drug-loading rate of the obtained astaxanthin-containing microcapsule powder being 75.62% to 88.5% and 1.55-10.42 mg/g, respectively. The microcapsule powder has bright color, and high astaxanthin stability and water solubility.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new process to prepare heat treated cereal based food products enriched in certain flavours and to the heat treated cereal based food products obtainable by this process. Additionally, the present invention relates to a process to generate a pre-reacted fraction and to the pre-reacted fraction itself. Such pre-reacted fraction can be used in the process of the invention to prepare heat treated cereal based food products.

Abstract: A peach-colored seasoning contains white soy sauce, a clouding agent and a red coloring. A mixing ratio of the red coloring to the clouding agent is may be 1/0.125 to 1/0.135. A content of the red coloring is may be 0.55 to 0.70 mass %. The content of the clouding agent is may be 4.0 to 5.1 mass %.

Abstract: The invention relates to a concentrated calcium citrate suspension that comprises: 2.0-9.0 wt. % of high methoxy pectin; 2.5-7.0 wt. % tricalcium citrate particles; dissolved citrate in a concentration of 1.8-7.0 wt. % citric acid equivalent; 0.7-2.1 mol alkali metal cation per mol of dissolved citrate, said alkali metal cation being selected from Na+, K+ and combinations thereof; and 78-90 wt. % water. This concentrated calcium citrate suspension is shelf-stable, easy to handle and has a high content of (undissolved) calcium citrate. The concentrated calcium citrate suspension is particularly suited for use in the production of calcium-fortified soy protein based alternatives for dairy products.

Abstract: There is provided a fat-processed starch which has excellent dispersibility in food raw materials such as batter and excellent adhesion to ingredients and the like and provides a good texture. The fat-processed starch of the present invention can be obtained by adding a fat composition having an iodine value of 125 to 170 and containing 35 ppm to 8,000 ppm of a polyphenol to a starch to mix the starch and the fat, and aging the starch mixture. The content of the fat composition preferably ranges from 0.01% to 5%, and the starch is preferably tapioca starch.

Abstract: A fasting mimicking diet package providing daily meal portions for a predetermined number of days is provided. The fasting mimicking diet package includes a kale cracker composition, a first vegetable broth composition, a mushroom soup composition, a tomato soup composition, a quinoa-containing minestrone soup composition, a bean-containing minestrone soup composition, and a pumpkin soup composition. Characteristically, the daily meal portions are packaged into meal servings or into a total daily serving to be divided into meals.

Abstract: The invention provides a food coating apparatus and a food production method in which an impact applied when a food material is put can be reduced, misalignment or deformation of a food material can be suppressed, and even a soft food material, an easily-crumbled food material, or the like can be efficiently coated.

Abstract: An objective of the present invention is to provide users with an apparatus, that can cut and seal a sandwich in multiple shapes. It is an aim of the present invention to provide a sandwich maker that comprises a semi-transparent or transparent material, which enables users to see and monitor the sandwich, as the crusts of the bread are being cut and the sandwich sealed. Further, the present invention comprises multiple pieces and shapes that serve specific purposes, the functions of which may be performed mutually exclusively. Furthermore, the sealing piece of the present invention has an oblique inner surface, that compresses the upper piece of the sandwich compactly, without creating any cracks or spillage of the filling. Thus, the present invention enables users to have a perfectly sealed, spill proof, and aesthetically appealing sandwich with a slight dome shape.

Abstract: The invention relates to a 3D printing machine for printing cooked foods, which contains at least one printing module comprising at least three main movable bodies: a printing block that includes heating elements able to cook the food simultaneously to the printing thereof; a printing base; and an oven, wherein the main movable bodies being able to slide vertically, independently of one another, along a vertical displacement device. The machine is specially designed for the 3D printing and simultaneous cooking of food products by means of complex elaborations including several ingredients. The invention also relates to a method for obtaining cooked foods using the machine.

Abstract: A method of additive manufacturing biological matter is provided. The method includes preparing an aqueous solution, combining the aqueous solution with a thickening gent, forming the combination into a plurality of two-dimensional individual volume elements in parallel, assembling the plurality of individual volume elements in a three-dimensional array and solidifying the three-dimensional array. Methods of additive manufacturing a food product and a three-dimensional structure with aqueous solution or organic matter are also provided. A system for additively depositing elements including an aqueous solution or organic matter is also provided.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a foodstuff extrusion portioning device and more specifically a cutter head assembly on such an extruder having a servo motor, a cutter shuttle coupled to a cutting element, a controller and being programmed via a product variable to provide a velocity profile. The cutter in the velocity profile has a first velocity and it reduces speed to a second velocity and goes more slowly through the last portion of the foodstuff. The at least two velocities being fully programmable and the controller can provide for instantaneous and additional programmed velocities throughout the cutting profile. The cutter further providing tilt control so it can drop the portion at the moment the portion detaches from the extruded foodstuff stream. It cuts and/or breaks off portions in a far more uniform and controllable manner to more accurately portion and better place the cut portions.

Abstract: A fiber-wrapped smokeless tobacco product includes smokeless tobacco and a plurality of polymeric fibers surrounding the smokeless tobacco. The polymeric fibers can have a basis weight of 5 gsm or less and a diameter of less than 100 microns. In some cases, the polymeric fibers are melt-blown polymeric fibers. In some cases, the polymeric fibers are centrifugal force spun polymeric fibers. A method of preparing a fiber-wrapped smokeless tobacco product includes melt-blowing or centrifugal force spinning a plurality of polymeric fibers to create an polymer deposition zone and passing a body comprising smokeless tobacco through the polymer deposition zone. In some cases, an electrostatic charge can be applied to the plurality of polymeric fibers, the body, or a combination thereof. In some cases, a spin is applied to the body when passing through the polymer deposition zone.

Abstract: An oil-infused plant product and method of infusing is provided. The method includes placing dried botanical matter with an alcohol and oil mixture into a pressurizable container, pressurizing and heating the pressurizable container, allowing the botanical matter and oil/alcohol mixture to remain in the container for a development time period while the oil is drawn into the botanical matter, and removing the oil/alcohol mixture via a vacuum. The botanical matter may be a processed plant matter, such as a blunt wrapper, or may be a natural or minimally processed plant matter, such as dried edible plants, smokable herbs, or herbs suitable for brewing (such as tea, coffee, and herbal tea components). The oil may be any nontoxic oil.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a heat management system which utilizes a device that provides for indirect multifaceted heating. The said device creates at least two regions of varying pressure within the system, hence enabling airflow through the device from the area of higher pressure to that of lower pressure. Furthermore, the system of the device creates at least two regions of varying temperatures, thus minimizing heavy burn by cooling the heated air passing through the system, and in particular through the burning smokable material.

Abstract: An air-filter device based on water/oil which doesn't lose liquid in any position, used for smoking herbal products. Works as any classic bong when in vertical position and in horizontal position the mechanism it's activated manually and filtration of smoke merges thru circle of water/oil created by centrifugal force by the inner piece, an empty holed at poles sphere. Moves by magnetic force and has no electronic components. Small dimension filter based on metal wool comes on the main device to prevent tar and high temperature coming from the smoke. Additional, has an attachable flexible bong bowl which holds unrolled herbs and comes attached on the small dimension filter, option for raw herb consumers. Materials used are transparent plastic, rubber, metal and magnets.

Abstract: An atomizer and an electronic atomization device are disclosed. The atomizer includes: a housing, having an outer wall; and a mouthpiece, having an inner wall, and the inner wall defining a cavity. A plurality of anti-rotation grooves are defined on one of the inner wall and the outer wall, one or more anti-rotation ribs are arranged on the other of the inner wall and the outer wall, and the number of the anti-rotation grooves is greater than or equal to the number of the anti-rotating ribs. The housing is assembled with the cavity, and the one or more anti-rotation ribs are engaged in the corresponding one or more of the plurality of anti-rotation grooves.

Abstract: The invention provides a device for using an article for smoking. It comprises a fitting member having a smoking portion and a grasping portion positioned oppositely to the grasping portion. It also has a securing member fitted about the fitting member for securing the article for smoking within grasping portion of the fitting member.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette includes a shell and a mouthpiece. The external wall of the shell has an air inlet. An atomizer and a liquid-supply are in contact with each other. The air inlet, atomizer, and an aerosol passage are interconnected.

Abstract: A power supply device for an electronic cigarette and an electronic cigarette. The power supply device for an electronic cigarette includes a power supply body and an adopter. The power supply body is provided with a receiving portion, the receiving portion is provided with a receiving chamber configured to receive an atomization device and an extending opening for a mouthpiece of the atomization device to extend out, and a bottom portion of the receiving chamber opposite to the extending opening is provided with a socket removably connected to a first connector of the atomization device. Two ends of the adapter is provided with a first adapter and a second adapter respectively, the first adapter is removably connected to the first connector, and the second adapter is removably connected to the socket, such that the first connector and the socket are conducted by the adapter.

Abstract: Provided is an aerosol generation device including a first housing, a plurality of shutters, and a second housing. The first housing includes a first aperture into which a cigarette is inserted. The plurality of shutters are provided on the first housing to be rotatable about a virtual line extending in a lengthwise direction of the cigarette, and open and close the first aperture. The second housing includes a second aperture that communicates with the first aperture, surrounds an outer circumferential surface of the first housing to be rotatable with respect to the first housing, and slidably contacts the plurality of shutters and rotates the plurality of shutters according to a rotating manipulation by a user.

Abstract: There is described a power module for a modular aerosol generating device for generating an inhalable aerosol. The power module is arranged so that a user can configure the aerosol generating device by selectively connecting to the power module a single module that is either a module of a first module type or a module of a second module type. The module of the first module type is for containing a non e-liquid material and includes a heater that can be activated to heat the non e-liquid material to generate an inhalable aerosol. The module of the second module type is for containing an e-liquid for generating an inhalable aerosol.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette includes an atomizer, a power supply device detachably connected to the atomizer, and a sensor; the atomizer is provided with a first induction air passage and a first communication hole communicating with the first induction air passage; the power supply device is provided with a second induction air passage and a second communication hole communicating with the second induction air passage; the quantity of either the first communication hole or the second communication hole is set to be at least one, and the quantity of the other one is set to be at least two. When the atomizer is connected at different angles with respect to the power supply device, at least one of the first communication holes is in communication with at least one of the second communication holes, such that the first induction air passage is in communication with the second induction air passage.

Abstract: A laser heater assembly for a vaporizer includes a power source, a laser source, a lens, and a reaction chamber. The lens is disposed within the optical path. During operation, the laser source emits light, the light propagating along an optical path during operation of the light source. The lens receives the emitted light from the laser source, and outputs a modified light having an energy profile that is substantially spatially uniform. The modified light traverses at least a portion of an opening of the reaction chamber and vaporizes a vaporization substance (e.g., a dry plant material) received within the reaction chamber. The emitted light can be collimated light, and the modified light can be a homogeneous line profile beam.

Abstract: Disclosed is an induction coil arrangement for use with an apparatus for heating smokable material to volatilize at least one component of the smokable material. The induction coil arrangement includes a plate having opposite first and second sides, a first flat spiral coil of electrically-conductive material mounted on the first side of the plate, and a second flat spiral coil of electrically-conductive material mounted on the second side of the plate.

Abstract: A consumable article for use with an apparatus arranged to heat aerosolizable material to volatilize at least one component of the aerosolizable material is disclosed. The consumable article has an outer shell and an inner shell within the outer shell. The inner shell contains aerosolizable material. The consumable article also has a thermally insulating layer separating the inner shell from the outer shell.

Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, an aerosol generating apparatus includes a heater for generating an aerosol by heating an aerosol generating material; and a controller for controlling electric power supplied to the heater. The controller controls a frequency of an electric power signal to be changed over time within a certain range when the frequency of the electric power signal supplied to the heater is lower than or equal to a preset frequency.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating system is provided, including: a cartridge containing a volatile substrate and having a susceptor; and an aerosol-generating device configured to receive the cartridge, the aerosol-generating device including: a housing having a chamber sized to receive at least a portion of the cartridge, an inductor coil disposed around at least a portion of the chamber, a power supply, an ambient temperature sensor, and control circuitry configured to control a supply of power from the power supply to the inductor coil based on one or more ambient temperature readings from the ambient temperature sensor. An aerosol-generating device and a method of controlling inductive heating in an aerosol-generating system are also provided.

Abstract: An aerosol delivery device having a detachable power source is provided. A control body may be coupleable with a cartridge to form an aerosol delivery device. The cartridge may contain an aerosol precursor composition and be equipped with a heating element configured to activate and vaporize components of the aerosol precursor composition. The control body may comprise a housing and a power source detachably coupled to an outer surface of the housing. A control component may be contained within the housing and configured to operate in an active mode in which the control body is coupled with the cartridge. The control component in the active mode may be configured to direct power from the power source to the heating element to activate and vaporize components of the aerosol precursor composition.

Abstract: A control unit for an electronic vapor provision system includes a battery for providing electrical power to a heater which is used to produce vapor. The battery is a lithium iron phosphate battery. The battery provides an output voltage which remains at an approximately constant voltage level as the battery is discharged.

Abstract: An e-cigarette vaporizer device filling system and method. The system and method is particularly adapted for filling sealed vaporizer devices by use of a needle, such as a hypodermic needle, and facilitates separation of the needle from the device after filling.

Abstract: A footwear article is disclosed herein. The footwear article includes a quarter lining structure including side arch, a vamp lining and intertwined ankle support configured to at least partially enclose the foot of an individual wearing the footwear article.

Abstract: A wearable article in the form of a cape having a length extending between opposite first and second ends. The first end is adapted for securement to a wearer. The cape includes opposite first and second surfaces. At least one pocket is formed at the second end of the cape and extends along a width of the cape, the at least one pocket opening toward the first end of the cape.

Abstract: A moisture wicking bib assembly for wearing on a person for inhibiting rash or skin breakdown includes a bib that is worn on an person to cover a torso of the person. The bib has a first layer is comprised of a moisture wicking material to draw moisture inwardly therein. The bib has a second layer is comprised of a fluid absorbent material to absorb moisture is wicked by the first layer. The bib has a third layer is comprised of a fluid impermeable material. An adhesive layer is coupled to the bib to adhere to the person's torso.

Abstract: Pursuant to some embodiments, garments and methods of making such garments are provided in which the garment includes an outer panel the outer panel having a fastening mechanism formed therein, the outer panel providing a first viewable surface when the fastening mechanism is in a first position. The garment further includes an integrated panel attached to at least one of (i) at least a first major seam along an interior surface of the outer panel, and (ii) the interior surface of the outer panel, the integrated panel providing a second viewable surface when the fastening mechanism is in a second position.

Abstract: A garment is configured to facilitate wearing by an occupant of a seat assembly with a plurality of shoulder straps, such as a wheelchair or child car seat. The garment has an inner surface, an outer surface, and defines a slot that extends from the inner surface to the outer surface. The slot is sufficiently sized and positioned such that the shoulder straps are insertable through the slot when the garment is on the seating assembly.

Abstract: A baby coverall, that can be lengthened to accommodate an increasing length of babies, having a torso portion, a leg portion, and a foot portion. The leg portion having a left leg and a right leg. The foot portion having a left foot and a right foot. Two zippers for each the left leg and the right leg, wherein the upper tape of the zipper attaches a sleeve to the periphery of the leg and a lower tape attaches the opposite edge of the sleeve to the foot of the coverall. The upper tape having a slider of the zipper, wherein the slider can engage with the lower tape for zipping the two halves of the zipper i.e., the upper tape and the lower tape. Unzipping releases the lower tape, thus extending the length of the baby coverall.

Abstract: A self-contained functional and physical architecture is described to utilize a honeycomb configuration Positive Temperature Coefficient semiconductor thermistor heater to provide breathable warm air to an individual under cold weather conditions. The high-temperature of the heater element provides substantial efficiency allowing hours long use on battery power only. The invention utilizes pulsed heater operation in combination with lengthwise air mixing to rapidly and efficiently lower the temperature of the high temperature heated air to a temperature that is breathable. The invention solves issues with visor fogging, adaptability to a wide temperature range, and adaptability to a wide range of individual exertion. This system is applicable to a wide range of cold weather work environments, cold weather sports, scientific exploration, military operations, or medical needs. Several physical embodiments are described utilizing various forms of helmets and masks.

Abstract: A heat management device includes: an inner layer configured to face a body of a user, the inner layer including: a dry sublayer configured to face and touch the body; and a wet sublayer; an outer layer; and a spacer positioned between the inner layer and the outer layer, the spacer configured to maintain a channel height for passage of airflow between the inner layer and the outer layer; wherein the inner layer and the outer layer together define a flexible airflow channel configured to receive and route the airflow through the device and across the wet sublayer.

Abstract: A pedestrian reflective kit includes a waist belt that is wearable around a user's waist. The waist belt is extended through the sleeve and the sleeve is comprised of a light reflecting material to enhance visibility of the user in a darkened environment. A head band is wearable around the user's head. A pair of arm sleeves is provided and each of the arm sleeves is wearable around a respective one of the user's arms. Each of the arm sleeves is comprised of a light reflecting material to enhance visibility of the user in the darkened environment. A pair of ankle bracelets is each of the ankle bracelets is wearable around a respective one of the user's ankles. Each of the ankle bracelets is comprised of a light reflecting material to enhance visibility of the user in the darkened environment.

Abstract: A loom is shown for use in an item of clothing for use in hazardous environments, wherein said item of clothing includes light emitting devices and connectors for receiving peripheral devices. A first conductor 501 and a second conductor 502 are twisted together to form a first twisted pair 503; a third conductor 513 and a fourth conductor 514 are twisted together to form a second twisted pair 515. A woven material 516 surrounds the first twisted pair and the second twisted pair. Stitches 517 are placed between the first twisted pair and the second twisted pair to form a first conduit 521 for the first twisted pair and a second conduit 522 for the second twisted pair.

Abstract: Generally described, aspects of the disclosed subject matter are directed to impact mitigating membranes. In accordance with aspects of the present disclosure, the impact mitigating membranes generally include a laminar core having a first lamina and a second lamina coupled to the first lamina and configured to shift relative to the first lamina to dissipate kinetic energy resulting from an oblique impact force. The laminar core may include a lubricating layer or self-lubrication between the lamina to reduce friction. In general, the laminar core is surrounded by first and second encapsulating layers positioned adjacent each lamina. An anchoring attachment coupled to one or more of the first and second encapsulating layer and associating with the laminar core constrains relative lateral motion between the laminar core and the first and second encapsulating layers.

Abstract: A surgical robot gown applied to a surgical robot and electrically connected to a blockchain network is disclosed. The surgical robot includes a scalpel and a robotic arm. The surgical robot gown includes a waterproof gown, a chip set and a surgical time measuring unit. The waterproof gown covers the robotic arm, and the scalpel is exposed to the outside via the waterproof gown. The chip set is located on the waterproof gown, and including a blockchain tracer for recording the data of executing the surgery in the blockchain network for tracing. The surgical time measuring unit is located on the waterproof gown and electrically connected to the chip set, for measuring a surgery time of the surgical robot.

Abstract: A nursing pants for urination comprising a pants body; a front cover having features of urine draining and covering arranged at the front side of the inner surface of the pants body, a rear side soft covered cloth arranged at the rear side of the pants; two first straps arranged behind the rear side soft covered cloth; a shirt having two pockets on the chest; two second straps having second buckle which can connect to the first buckle, and the second straps pass through the shoulders and fixed to the pockets; Whereby the patient pulls the two second straps, and the two second straps further pulls the two first straps, then the rear side soft covered cloth will be removed backward from the U shape opening hole, making the pants body become the status allowing the patient to urinate; and when the patient finishes urinating, the patient can pulls the first straps and further pulls the rear side soft covered cloth back to position below the U shape opening hole.

Abstract: A poncho blanket assembly includes a blanket that is comprised of a thermally insulating material. The blanket is positionable over or around a user to warm the user. The blanket has a neck slot extending therethrough and the user's neck can be extended through the neck slot for wearing the blanket. Moreover, the neck slot is centrally positioned on the blanket such that the blanket covers the user's chest and the user's back when the blanket is worn. A flap is coupled to the blanket and the flap is aligned with the neck slot for covering the neck slot. A plurality of fasteners is provided and each of the fasteners is coupled to the flap. Each of the fasteners releasably engages the blanket to retain the flap over the neck slot.

Abstract: A glove with a palm pocket includes a body member having a palm-side portion and a dorsal side portion connected to the palm side portion that, together, define an interior area. The body member includes a thumb portion and four finger portions adjacent one another and extending outwardly, the thumb portion and the four finger portions having tubular configurations in communication with the interior area and defining terminal ends that are open, respectively. The glove includes a palm pocket member coupled to an exterior surface of the palm-side portion, the palm pocket member including a front panel having a first side edge and a second side edge opposite the first side edge. The palm pocket member includes a proximal end edge adjacent the thumb portion that is open such that the palm pocket member defines an interior pocket configured to receive an article.

Abstract: A protective finger heat-guard and method of manufacture are disclosed. The protective finger heat guard includes a sleeve formed of a singular woven or non-woven material that defines a protective enclosure for receiving a finger of a user to insulate the finger from high-heat environments, such as during metal joining processes.