{
  "patent_number": "US 2186907",
  "country": "US",
  "title": "How to Make Dried Citrus Fruit Snacks",
  "original_title": "Method of making a dried citrus fruit food product",
  "summary": "A 1937 method for preserving citrus fruit by removing moisture while maintaining the fruit's structure and flavor profile for long-term storage.",
  "what_it_does": "This patent describes a specific industrial process for dehydrating citrus fruits like oranges and lemons. The method involves preparing the fruit by slicing or segmenting it, then subjecting it to controlled heat and airflow to remove water content without destroying the cellular integrity of the fruit. By carefully managing the drying temperature and duration, the process prevents the fruit from caramelizing or losing its characteristic citrus oils. This results in a stable, shelf-ready food product that retains its nutritional value and taste.",
  "what_it_does_not_cover": [
    "Does not cover the use of chemical preservatives or additives to extend shelf life",
    "Does not cover freeze-drying techniques which were not standard in 1937",
    "Does not cover the production of citrus juices or concentrates",
    "Does not cover mechanical peeling or juicing machinery"
  ],
  "filed": "1937-06-19",
  "granted": "1940-01-09",
  "expires": null,
  "status": "active",
  "holder": "Individual",
  "holder_url": "https://patentbrief.org/company/individual",
  "inventors": [
    {
      "name": "Lyle S Overton",
      "url": "https://patentbrief.org/inventor/lyle-s-overton"
    },
    {
      "name": "Overton Glen",
      "url": "https://patentbrief.org/inventor/overton-glen"
    }
  ],
  "times_cited": 6,
  "tags": [
    "food_science"
  ],
  "abstract": null,
  "url": "https://patentbrief.org/patent/us/2186907/sulfa-drugs-sulfapyridine",
  "markdown_url": "https://patentbrief.org/patent/us/2186907/sulfa-drugs-sulfapyridine/md",
  "google_patents_url": "https://patents.google.com/patent/US2186907",
  "relatedPatents": []
}