Advanced Composite Ice Glaze Preparation System
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a device and method for preparing composite ice glaze, but it had limitations in terms of flexibility, adaptability, and quality control. The new invention addresses these limitations by introducing a modular, self-sustaining, and dynamically adjustable system that can produce customized ice glaze with real-time quality monitoring and optimization
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new invention introduces a paradigm shift in composite ice glaze preparation by integrating AI-driven real-time quality control, modular design, and dynamic adjustability, which are not present in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the combination of these features, which enables the production of customized ice glaze with unprecedented quality and flexibility
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include different module configurations, various types of sensors and predictive models, and different user interfaces for inputting desired ice glaze characteristics. Variations of the invention could also include different applications of the technology, such as in food preservation, pharmaceuticals, or biotechnology
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The next-generation composite ice glaze preparation system has significant commercial potential in the food industry, particularly in the fields of frozen food, seafood, and dairy products. The system's ability to produce customized ice glaze with real-time quality control and optimization could revolutionize the way food products are preserved and distributed. The market for this technology is expected to be substantial, with potential customers including food manufacturers, distributors, and retailers
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 ice glaze preparation systems with emphasis on liquid handling, temperature control, and modular manufacturing processes
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with expertise in food engineering, process control systems, and advanced manufacturing techniques, typically holding a BS/MS in food science, chemical engineering, or related technical discipline with 3-5 years of industrial experience in liquid processing and equipment design
Obviousness Rationale
The PTD represents a predictable technological evolution of the source patent's ice glaze preparation device by introducing modular design, AI-driven quality control, and dynamic adjustment mechanisms. These variations would be considered straightforward extensions of existing ice glaze preparation technologies, applying known computational and control system techniques to enhance the base invention's functionality. A PHOSITA would recognize these modifications as logical improvements leveraging contemporary manufacturing and control system capabilities.
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 |