Permeable Infusion Container Kit for Simple Temperature-Controlled Extraction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing infusion methods are complex, messy, time-consuming, and limited in scope, often requiring precise control and electricity, making them unsuitable for at-home use with diverse substances and temperatures.
Innovation Solution
A kit and method using a permeable container for additives and a non-permeable container for base substances, heated to infuse, allowing for precise temperature control and versatility in infusion processes, including the use of external heat sources.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional infusion methods are used, then infusion can be achieved, but the process becomes complex, messy, and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the infusion process into separate functional components: a permeable inner container holding the additive substance is placed inside an impermeable outer container holding the base substance. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, simplifying the overall process while maintaining effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
The permeable container acts as an intermediary between the additive substance and the base substance, allowing controlled interaction through its porous structure. This intermediary enables the base substance to penetrate the additive substance container walls, facilitating infusion without direct contact and reducing messiness.
2Reliability
If conventional infusion methods are used, then infusion can be achieved, but it requires high levels of precision to be fully effective
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables precise control of infusion parameters including temperature, time, and substance ratios. The permeable container design allows controlled parameter changes during the infusion process, making the system adaptable to different substances and desired outcomes without requiring excessive precision in setup.
Solution Approach 2:
The infusion system allows dynamic adjustment of process parameters during operation. Users can modify temperature, infusion time, and substance quantities based on specific needs, making the system flexible rather than requiring fixed precise conditions from the outset.
3Ease of operation
If electric infusion machines like LEVO are used, then infusion process is simplified, but they are limited in batch size, temperature range, and portability
Solution Approach 1:
The permeable and impermeable container system can be used with various base substances (oils, butters, alcohols, milks) and additive substances (herbs, spices, botanicals). The system works across different temperature ranges and batch sizes, making it universally applicable rather than limited to specific substances or conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The container system can be implemented with disposable permeable containers, eliminating the need for expensive, complex electric machines. Users can simply dispose of the permeable container after use, reducing cost and complexity while maintaining versatility.
4Measurement precision
If electric infusion machines are used, then infusion control is improved, but they are not portable and rely on electricity
Solution Approach 1:
The system allows users to control the infusion process themselves using simple containers and any available heat source. The permeable container design provides inherent control mechanisms without requiring electronic sensors or automated systems, enabling portability and independence from electricity while maintaining user control.
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
Enables users to create infusions economically and flexibly with various substances and temperatures, overcoming limitations of existing devices by providing control and portability.
Implementation Method 1
a permeable container for containing said additive substance
Implementation Method 2
the base substance is added to the non-permeable container and the non-permeable container is heated to thereby infuse the base substance with the additive substance
Implementation Method 3
the non-permeable container is heated to thereby infuse the base substance with the additive substance
Implementation Method 4
heating said non-permeable container to a predetermined infusion temperature for a predetermined infusion time
Data Source
AI summary
An infusion kit and a method for using said kit for infusing a base substance with an additive substance. The additive substance is deposited into a permeable container, which is itself inserted into a non-permeable container. The base substance is then added to the non-permeable container and the non-permeable container is heated to thereby infuse the base substance with the additive substance. In one embodiment, the additive substance is roasted in the permeable container before infusion begins. In some embodiments, a non-permeable casing encloses the permeable container during roasting. In a preferred embodiment, the non-permeable container is heated by immersion in a temperature-controlled liquid bath system, such as would be found in a sous-vide or similar system. However, many other heating systems may be used. The additive substance may be derived from a plant, including but not limited to cannabis.