Published Technical Disclosure Archive

Advanced Composite Ice Glaze Preservation Technology

Publication ID: 24-11856963_0009_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Composite Ice Glaze Preservation Technology,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856963_0009_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856963_0009_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, 'Device and method of preparing composite ice glaze', provides a general solution for preparing composite ice glaze. However, it lacks adaptability to specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments. The present invention addresses this limitation by introducing specialized variations and niche solutions for preparing composite ice glaze in extreme environments, thereby expanding the applicability and value of the original invention.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present invention lies in its specialized adaptations for preparing composite ice glaze in various extreme environments, which are not addressed by the original patent. The inventive step resides in the combination of existing components and technologies to create new, tailored solutions for specific markets and operational environments.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention may include variations in the design and materials used for the frame portion, thermal insulation partition, and controller system. Additionally, different types of power sources, heating systems, and cooling systems could be employed. Furthermore, the invention could be adapted for use in other extreme environments, such as desert or marine environments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The present invention has significant commercial potential in various industries, including emergency response, secure facilities, and extreme environment exploration. It could be marketed as a specialized solution for preserving perishable items in challenging environments, offering a competitive advantage over existing solutions.

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 preservation technologies, specifically ice glaze preparation systems, involving thermal processing, fluid control, and environmental adaptation for fresh-keeping applications

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with expertise in food processing engineering, familiar with thermal systems, fluid control mechanisms, and environmental adaptation techniques for preservation technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core ice glaze preparation technology by adapting the fundamental device design to specific environmental contexts. The modifications involve standard engineering techniques of thermal system reconfiguration, power source adaptation, and controller system specialization. These variations demonstrate routine problem-solving within the technical domain of food preservation equipment design.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Thermal insulation baffles dividing shell into multiple functional chambers
PTD Variation
Enhanced thermal insulation partition for high-altitude or extreme cold environments with specialized cooling/heating capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying thermal compartmentalization is a predictable design choice for adapting to different environmental conditions, utilizing known heat transfer and insulation principles
Source Patent Element
Controller system with electromagnetic valves and flowmeters
PTD Variation
Adding biometric authentication and encrypted control systems for secure facility deployment
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating security features into existing control architectures represents a standard approach to system enhancement using known authentication technologies
Source Patent Element
Basic device for preparing composite ice glaze
PTD Variation
Portable emergency response configuration with temporary power source connectivity
Obviousness Reasoning
Adapting the core device for mobile and emergency use involves predictable engineering modifications like power system flexibility and compact design
Source Patent Element
Water storage and liquid preparation mechanisms
PTD Variation
Specialized ice glaze preparation portion with reduced melting point capabilities for tropical environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Adjusting composition and thermal characteristics represents a routine engineering optimization using known material science and thermal processing techniques
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 technical adaptations of the foundational ice glaze preparation system disclosed in US Patent 11856963, employing standard engineering modifications to address specific environmental and operational contexts.

Original Patent Information

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