Adaptive Mixing Apparatus for Diverse Environments
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Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a mixing apparatus for mixing an additive with food while the food is falling. However, it did not address the need for specialized variations of the mixing apparatus to cater to specific, niche environments. The present invention solves this problem by introducing adaptive designs and components that enable the mixing apparatus to operate effectively in diverse and challenging environments.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious adaptations of the original mixing apparatus to specific, niche environments. The inventive step lies in the design of specialized enclosures and components that enable the mixing apparatus to operate effectively in diverse and challenging environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Other embodiments of the adaptive mixing apparatus could include designs for use in space exploration, remote or isolated locations, or other unique operational environments. Variations of the invention could also include different types of additives or foods, or alternative mixing mechanisms.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptive mixing apparatus has significant commercial potential in various industries, including food manufacturing, disaster relief, space exploration, and underwater exploration. The invention's ability to adapt to specific, niche environments enables it to cater to a wide range of markets and applications.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A23 | A23P20/18 |
| A | A23 | A23G3/0095 |
| A | A23 | A23G3/26 |
| A | A23 | A23L7/109 |
| A | A23 | A23P20/13 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/401 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/402 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/404 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/465 |
| A | A47 | A47J31/54 |
| A | A61 | A61J3/005 |
| B | B01 | B01F25/721 |
| B | B01 | B01F33/813 |
| B | B01 | B01F35/7548 |
| B | B01 | B01J2/12 |
| B | B05 | B05B13/025 |
| B | B05 | B05B13/0257 |
| A | A23 | A23V2002/00 |
| B | B05 | B05C3/00 |
| B | B05 | B05C3/08 |
| B | B05 | B05D3/12 |
| B | B67 | B67D1/0016 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,977 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mixing apparatus for mixing an additive with food while the food is falling |
| Assignee(s) | AJINOMOTO CO., INC., MAYEKAWA MFG. CO., LTD. |