Ultra Sheer Technology (UST): Revolutionizing Protein Blending for Superior Nutrition and TasteThe Need: The food industry grapples with meeting escalating consumer demands for health-centric, eco-friendly, and economically viable protein-based diets. Despite the surge in popularity of plant-based milk products, consumer reluctance persists due to lackluster flavors and compromised taste. Additionally, there's a pressing need to attain the unparalleled nutritional excellence of dairy milk proteins merged with the advantages of plant proteins. Conventional protein blending methods fall short, resulting in undesirable sedimentation and clumping during the blending process. A pioneering solution is imperative to craft a homogeneous product amalgamating animal and plant proteins while upholding superior taste and nutritional value. The Technology: Ultra Sheer Technology (UST) offers an innovative approach to seamlessly blend proteins from plant and dairy sources. This groundbreaking process involves subjecting the liquid blend to intense pressure (up to 400 MPa), shear, and controlled thermal exposure via a minuscule nozzle. Through this precise treatment, UST induces structural alterations in milk fat globules and casein micelles, fortifying stability and preventing creaming. Consequently, the UST process facilitates the creation of a seamlessly homogeneous product, expertly melding animal and plant proteins. Commercial Applications:
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With Ultra Sheer Technology, the food industry is poised to revolutionize protein blending, offering consumers a diverse array of nutritious and delectable products tailored to their health and taste preferences. |
Tech IDT2020-188 CollegeCollege of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Licensing ManagerDahlman, Jason "Jay" InventorsCategories |