Modular Composite Ice Glaze System: Advanced Preservation Tech
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Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a device and method for preparing composite ice glaze, but it had limitations in terms of scalability, adaptability, and product quality consistency. The present invention addresses these limitations by introducing a modular, reconfigurable, and intelligent system that can adapt to various aquatic fresh-keeping applications and produce high-quality ice glaze with customized properties.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present invention's novelty lies in its modular, scalable, and reconfigurable architecture, as well as its integration of artificial intelligence, real-time monitoring, and nanotechnology to produce customized, high-quality ice glaze. The inventive step resides in the combination of these features, which enables the system to adapt to various aquatic fresh-keeping applications and produce ice glaze with enhanced nutritional and sensory properties.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include different module configurations, various types of sensors and monitoring systems, and alternative nanotechnology and microencapsulation techniques. Variations could also include different aquatic fresh-keeping applications, such as seafood, poultry, or dairy products.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The advanced modular composite ice glaze preparation system has significant commercial potential in the aquatic fresh-keeping industry, particularly in the seafood, poultry, and dairy sectors. The system's ability to produce high-quality, customized ice glaze with enhanced nutritional and sensory properties could revolutionize the way companies preserve and distribute their products, leading to increased market share and revenue growth.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Food Processing and Preservation Technologies, specifically focusing on aquatic product fresh-keeping techniques involving ice glaze preparation and advanced processing systems
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with expertise in food engineering, process control systems, and preservation technologies, typically holding a master's or PhD in food science, chemical engineering, or related fields, with practical experience in industrial food processing equipment design
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD represents predictable technological extensions of the source patent's ice glaze preparation device, incorporating standard engineering practices of modularization, sensor integration, and process optimization through computational techniques. The disclosed variations represent logical incremental improvements that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance the original device's functionality and adaptability. These modifications align with established trends in food processing technologies toward more intelligent, responsive, and customizable systems.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,963 |
|---|---|
| Title | Device and method of preparing composite ice glaze |
| Assignee(s) | Shanghai Ocean University |