Foods and beverages: apparatus – Subjecting food to an enclosed modified atmosphere – Automatic control or time means
Reexamination Certificate
2007-06-12
2007-06-12
Becker, Drew (Department: 1761)
Foods and beverages: apparatus
Subjecting food to an enclosed modified atmosphere
Automatic control or time means
C099S472000, C099S476000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10304197
ABSTRACT:
A carbonation system is disclosed that effectively controls the treatment of fruits and vegetables with CO2gas, providing enhanced flavor to fruits and vegetables. One embodiment of the invention uses a microprocessor to preferably monitor and control the pressure, temperature and gas flow within a sealable enclosure to effectively control the carbonation of fruits and vegetables. Another embodiment consists of a combination carbonation system and cooler that effectively controls the carbonation of fruits and vegetables by including pressure relief devices and an insulation cover. The insulation cover has apertures that provide for the distribution of CO2. A third embodiment is disclosed that also consists of a combination carbonation system and cooler. This third embodiment controls carbonation by including, among other features, feedback mechanisms and a pressure relief device. A method of using the first embodiment is also provided.
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Hesterman Bryce L.
Kaufman Galen D.
Ling Qingyue
Wells John Henry
Backofen Mark R.
Becker Drew
Fizzy Fruit, LLC
Locke Liddell & Sapp LLP
Oregon State University
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