Deionized Solvent Extraction for Preserving Aromatic Compounds

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional solid-liquid extraction methods fail to effectively extract volatile aromatics and constituents from raw materials due to the use of invasive temperatures, which damage aromatic compounds and result in a poor flavor profile and yield.

Innovation Solution

A compact, cost-effective extraction system with a flowing solvent source and an electrodeionizer that creates a deionized solvent to extract compounds from raw materials using a self-perpetuating energy cycle, maintaining a cool temperature to preserve delicate compounds.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If conventional solvents and high temperatures are used to extract compounds from raw materials, then the extraction yield increases, but the quality of aromatic compounds deteriorates due to destruction and damage

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveextraction yieldVSAvoiddamage to aromatic compounds

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent changes the chemical parameters of the solvent by using deionized water instead of conventional solvents, and controls temperature parameters to remain cool throughout extraction, thereby preserving aromatic compounds while maintaining extraction effectiveness

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces thermal energy (heat) with hydraulic energy (water pressure) as the primary extraction mechanism, using high-pressure cool deionized water to extract compounds without relying on temperature-driven processes that damage aromatic compounds

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Productivity

If prolonged extraction time is used to increase yield, then more compounds are extracted, but aromatic compounds are destroyed due to extended exposure to high temperatures

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveextraction yieldVSAvoidextraction time

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces time-thermal extraction with pressure-driven hydraulic extraction, allowing rapid extraction of compounds without prolonged thermal exposure that would destroy aromatic compounds

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the extraction mechanism from temperature-dependent to pressure-dependent, using high-pressure cool deionized water to achieve rapid extraction that preserves aromatic compounds while maintaining high yield

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

3Ease of manufacture

If conventional solvents are used for extraction, then the extraction process is simple, but the flavor profile and quality of the extract deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveextraction process simplicityVSAvoidflavor profile quality

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent changes the chemical composition parameters of the solvent by using deionized water with controlled mineral content, achieving both process simplicity and superior flavor preservation by eliminating conventional solvents that compromise quality

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The system achieves efficient extraction of aromatic volatiles and constituents with improved flavor preservation, reducing extraction time and maintaining the quality of the extracted compounds.

Implementation Method 1

a electrodeionizer that separates positive ions and negative ions within the solvent to create an imbalance of ions and transform the flowing solvent to a deionized solvent

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectIon separation: Ion Exchange

Implementation Method 2

the hydraulic pressure applied within the extraction column results in a formation of catalyzing energy to generate a self-perpetuating energy cycle to extract the raw materials

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectHydraulic pressure: Hydraulic Press

Data Source

PatentUS10130898B2Method for restructuring solvent for extraction purposes

Publication Date: 2018.11.20 JAVO BEVERAGE CO INC

AI summary

A system and method are provided for extracting compounds from raw materials packed into an extraction column. The system may include a flowing solvent source connected to an extraction column to provide a flow of solvent for extracting the raw materials. The system may also include an electrodeionizer to separate positive ions and negative ions within the flowing solvent to create an imbalance of ions and transform the solvent to a deionized solvent. In further embodiments, the extraction column includes a solvent surface layer in contact with a bed of raw materials, such that the hydraulic pressure applied within the extraction column results in the formation of catalyzing energy to generate a self-perpetuating energy cycle to extract the raw materials.