Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Advanced Composite Ice Glaze Preparation Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856963_0001_PTD
Published: October 27, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Composite Ice Glaze Preparation Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856963_0001_PTD, Published October 27, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856963_0001_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,963.

Background and Problem Solved

The original device and method for preparing composite ice glaze (Chinese Patent Application No. 201910780365.3) had limitations in terms of assembly, thermal insulation, and consistency control. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing a modular frame portion, real-time monitoring and automatic adjustment capabilities, and predictive analytics for optimizing the ratio of mother liquid to ice glaze.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The present invention introduces a modular frame portion, real-time monitoring and automatic adjustment capabilities, and predictive analytics for optimizing the ratio of mother liquid to ice glaze, which are not present in the original patent. These features provide improved efficiency, consistency, and safety in preparing composite ice glaze.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include varying the number and configuration of compartments in the modular frame portion, using different types of sensors in the ice glaze post-processing portion, or incorporating additional features such as automated cleaning and maintenance.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced device and method for preparing composite ice glaze have significant commercial potential in the aquatic fresh-keeping industry, particularly in applications such as seafood processing, aquatic product transportation, and frozen food storage.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A23 A23B4/09
A A23 A23B4/26
B B01 B01F27/05
B B01 B01F27/0724
B B01 B01F27/112
B B01 B01F27/806
B B01 B01F33/81
B B01 B01F35/2112
B B01 B01F35/21112
B B01 B01F35/2203
B B01 B01F35/2209
F F25 F25C1/00
A A23 A23V2002/00
F F25 F25C2301/002
F F25 F25C2400/12

Field of Art

Food processing and preparation technologies, specifically focusing on ice glaze and liquid preparation systems with emphasis on thermal processing, blending, and control mechanisms

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with expertise in food engineering, process control systems, and thermal processing technologies, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree in food science, chemical engineering, or related technical discipline with 3-5 years of industrial experience in food preparation equipment design

Obviousness Rationale

A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable engineering extensions of the source patent's core ice glaze preparation technology. The modular frame design, real-time monitoring, and predictive analytics are logical technological progressions that apply standard control system principles to the existing ice glaze preparation method. These variations demonstrate incremental improvements using known techniques that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner in food processing equipment design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Thermal insulation baffles dividing shell into multiple layers
PTD Variation
Modular frame portion with configurable compartments for enhanced thermal management
Obviousness Reasoning
A PHOSITA would recognize that modular design represents a predictable design optimization allowing easier maintenance and customization of thermal processing equipment
Source Patent Element
Water storage tank with electromagnetic valve and flowmeters
PTD Variation
Controller system with real-time monitoring and automatic adjustment capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating advanced control systems is a standard engineering approach for improving precision and consistency in liquid processing technologies
Source Patent Element
Mother liquid preparation and blending mechanisms
PTD Variation
Predictive analytics algorithm for optimizing liquid ratio and blending mechanism
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying data-driven optimization techniques to existing processing methods represents a known technique for incrementally improving industrial food preparation processes
Source Patent Element
Ice glaze preparation portion
PTD Variation
Post-processing portion with integrated sensors for detecting consistency and temperature variations
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding sensor-based monitoring is a standard engineering approach for enhancing process control and quality assurance in food processing equipment
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would have been obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, as they represent predictable technological extensions of US Patent 11856963's core ice glaze preparation methodology. The incremental improvements in modular design, control systems, and predictive analytics constitute obvious combinations of known techniques within the food processing technology domain.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,963
TitleDevice and method of preparing composite ice glaze
Assignee(s)Shanghai Ocean University