Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Advanced Composite Ice Glaze Technology for Extreme Environments

Publication ID: 24-11856963_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Composite Ice Glaze Technology for Extreme Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856963_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856963_0004_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 patent disclosed a device and method for preparing composite ice glaze, but it lacked adaptability for specific, narrow markets or extreme operational environments. The present invention addresses this limitation by providing tailored solutions for these niche applications, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency in challenging conditions.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims provide novel and non-obvious solutions for preparing composite ice glaze in niche environments, overcoming the limitations of the original patent. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the original device and method to these specific applications, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency in challenging conditions.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include variations of the specialized thermal insulation baffles, portable power sources, or compact footprints tailored to specific niche environments. Additionally, the invention could be implemented using different materials, such as advanced composites or smart materials, to further enhance its performance and adaptability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including disaster relief, high-security facilities, extreme weather operations, and tropical region logistics. The specialized devices and methods could be marketed as premium solutions for niche applications, offering enhanced performance, efficiency, and adaptability in challenging environments.

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 ice glaze production systems with emphasis on thermal management, fluid control, and environmental adaptation

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with expertise in food processing equipment design, thermal engineering, fluid dynamics, and industrial control systems, typically holding a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, chemical, or food engineering

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's core ice glaze preparation device provides a fundamental technical framework that can be readily adapted to various environmental conditions through predictable modifications of thermal insulation, power systems, and control mechanisms. The PTD's variations represent standard engineering problem-solving techniques applied to extend the original device's operational envelope. These adaptations would be considered routine design modifications within the ordinary skill of a practitioner in food processing equipment design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Thermal insulation baffles dividing the device shell into multiple layers
PTD Variation
Reinforced thermal insulation for high-altitude and extreme cold environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying thermal insulation properties is a predictable engineering solution for addressing environmental temperature variations, using known materials and design techniques
Source Patent Element
Controller system with electromagnetic valves and flowmeters
PTD Variation
Adding biometric authentication and data encryption to the control system
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing additional security features in industrial control systems is a standard design approach, representing a known technique for enhancing system integrity
Source Patent Element
Water storage tank and liquid preparation components
PTD Variation
Portable device with self-contained power source for disaster relief scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting industrial equipment for mobile or emergency use is a common engineering practice, involving predictable modifications to power and structural design
Source Patent Element
Multi-chamber shell design with integrated water storage
PTD Variation
Compact footprint design for deployment in constrained environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Optimizing device geometry for specific spatial constraints is a routine engineering design choice with predictable implementation strategies
Source Patent Element
Liquid preparation and processing components
PTD Variation
Specialized cooling mechanisms for tropical environment operation
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting thermal management systems for different environmental conditions represents a standard engineering problem-solving approach with predictable solution methods
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would be considered obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, based on the teachings of US Patent 11856963. The proposed modifications represent predictable engineering solutions that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner, thereby rendering potential derivative claims non-patentable as obvious variations of the prior art.

Original Patent Information

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