Edible Oil Processing from a Patent Perspective

Download or read book Edible Oil Processing from a Patent Perspective written by Albert J. Dijkstra and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-09-28 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Patent literature has always been a mine of information, but until recently, it was difficult to access. Now, with the Internet, access to all patent documents is almost instantaneous and free. However, interpreting the technical information provided by patent literature requires a certain skill. This monograph aims to provide that skill by explaining patent jargon and providing background information on patenting. Patents dealing with edible oil processing are used to explain various aspects of patenting. To make the explanations less impersonal, some have been larded with personal remarks and experiences. Accordingly, this monograph is intended for scientists and engineers dealing with edible oils and fats who want to extend their sources of technical information. Hopefully, it will inspire them to innovate, help them to avoid duplication, and provide them with some amusement.