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US2965494A
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Process for the preservation of meats
Assignee: Hodges Research and Development Co
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Filing: 1957-07-08
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Granted: 1960-12-20
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Expires: 1977-07-08
Abstract
No abstract record available.
Inventors
- 👤 Beverly E Williams
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 10:25
CPC Classifications
A; A23; A23B; A23B2/00; A23B2/50; A23B2/503
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
67 words
A PROCESS FOR THE PRESERVATION OF MEATS IN THE FRESH STATE COMPRISING THE STEPS OF SUBJECTING CUTS OF MEAT TO THE HYNERGISTIC ACTION OF AN OXYGEN-FREE GASEOUS PRODUCT OF COMBUSTION, AND IRRADIATING SAID MEAT AT A DOSE LEVEL LESS THAN THAT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE STERILIZATION OF THE MEAT OF THE ORDER OF 1X10**3 TO 1X10**5 REP WHEREBY THE MEAT KEEPS ITS TASTE, COLOR, AND APPEARANCE WITHOUT REFRIGERATION.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
67 words
A PROCESS FOR THE PRESERVATION OF MEATS IN THE FRESH STATE COMPRISING THE STEPS OF SUBJECTING CUTS OF MEAT TO THE HYNERGISTIC ACTION OF AN OXYGEN-FREE GASEOUS PRODUCT OF COMBUSTION, AND IRRADIATING SAID MEAT AT A DOSE LEVEL LESS THAN THAT REQUIRED FOR COMPLETE STERILIZATION OF THE MEAT OF THE ORDER OF 1X10**3 TO 1X10**5 REP WHEREBY THE MEAT KEEPS ITS TASTE, COLOR, AND APPEARANCE WITHOUT REFRIGERATION.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1963-12-20 | 1964-06-20 | 1964-12-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1967-12-20 | 1968-06-20 | 1968-12-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1971-12-20 | 1972-06-20 | 1972-12-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |