Nano-Bubble Extraction System for Enhanced Solid Component Release
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for extracting components from solids, such as coffee and tea powders, result in insufficient extraction, leading to a poor taste of beverages due to inadequate release of vitamins, antioxidants, and caffeine.
Innovation Solution
An apparatus and method utilizing nano-bubbles generated by a nano-bubble device, mixed with the solid, and energized by an ultrasonic generator to enhance extraction efficiency, increasing the concentration of extracted components in the liquid.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional soaking method is used to extract components from solid powder, then the extraction process is simple and easy to operate, but the extraction efficiency is insufficient resulting in poor beverage taste
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs ultrasonic vibration through a vibrating element to agitate the liquid containing nano-bubbles, creating cavitation effects that enhance the extraction of components from solid powder. The vibration frequency and intensity are controlled to optimize extraction efficiency while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes phase transition of water into nano-bubbles (gas phase) and their subsequent collapse back to liquid phase through ultrasonic cavitation. This phase transition creates localized high pressure and temperature zones that significantly enhance extraction efficiency without complicating the operation.
2Device complexity
If conventional soaking method is used, then the equipment structure is simple, but the extraction of components such as vitamin C, polyphenolic antioxidants, and caffeine is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces nano-bubbles as an intermediary substance between the liquid and solid powder. These nano-bubbles attach to the surface of solid particles, increasing the contact area and facilitating the transfer of components like vitamin C, polyphenolic antioxidants, and caffeine into the liquid phase, thereby enhancing extraction quantity.
Solution Approach 2:
Ultrasonic vibration is applied to the liquid-nano-bubble mixture, creating cavitation bubbles that collapse and generate localized high energy zones. This mechanical energy input breaks down cell walls and releases intracellular components more effectively, increasing the quantity of extracted substances without significantly increasing device complexity.
3Productivity
If nano-bubbles are used to enhance extraction, then the extraction efficiency and beverage taste are improved, but the device complexity and energy consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the vibrating element to serve multiple functions: generating ultrasonic waves for cavitation, agitating the liquid-nano-bubble mixture, and facilitating heat transfer. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components, thereby limiting the increase in device complexity while maintaining high extraction efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent optimizes parameters such as ultrasonic frequency, power density, and nano-bubble concentration to achieve maximum extraction efficiency at minimal energy input. By carefully controlling these parameters, the system achieves high productivity without excessive energy consumption or device complexity.
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 method significantly increases the extraction of antioxidants, Brix levels, and polyphenolic components, resulting in a more flavorful beverage compared to conventional cold brewing methods.
Implementation Method 1
an energy generator, the liquid containing nano-bubbles is used to be mixed with the solid to be extracted, and the energy generator is used to emit energy to the reaction container to burst the nano-bubbles
Implementation Method 2
the energy generator is a sonic generator or an ultrasonic generator
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention discloses an apparatus and a method for extracting a component in a solid by using nano-bubbles, the apparatus including a reaction container configured to hold a solid to be extracted, a nano-bubble generating device configured to generate a liquid containing nano-bubbles, and an energy generator, wherein the liquid containing nano-bubbles is used to be mixed with the solid to be extracted, and the energy generator is used to emit energy to the reaction container to burst the nano-bubbles and enhance the extraction effect of the solid in the liquid.