초록 ▼

The present invention relates to an apparatus and method of forming ice and/or frost on predetermined locations of sculptures. The apparatus circulates a refrigerant through tubing that forms a closed-loop system. The apparatus includes a means to circulate the refrigerant, preferably a compressor,

The present invention relates to an apparatus and method of forming ice and/or frost on predetermined locations of sculptures. The apparatus circulates a refrigerant through tubing that forms a closed-loop system. The apparatus includes a means to circulate the refrigerant, preferably a compressor, and a means to cool the refrigerant, preferably a condenser assembly including a fan. To keep the apparatus operating most efficiently, a drier/filter and a metering device are preferably used within the system. A portion of the tubing carrying the refrigerant is placed immediately adjacent the sculpture surface to be cooled, and it is preferably attached by solder. As cooled refrigerant circulates through the portion attached to the sculpture surface, the sculpture surface is cooled to promote ice and/or frost formation on the sculpture surface from moisture in the ambient air surrounding the sculpture surface. The apparatus may also include a means to deliver a fluid, such as water, to the sculpture surface. When the fluid comes into contact with the sculpture surface, it solidifies (turns to ice) on the surface. It is also preferable to include a fluid reservoir with the apparatus to supply the fluid to the surface. A housing may be used to conceal parts of the apparatus as well as structurally support the sculpture. In one embodiment the sculpture surface cooled is in the shape of a leaf, wherein frost and ice are formed on the leaf.

대표청구항 ▼

1. An apparatus for creating an ice and frosted sculpture surface comprising:a sculpture having a sculpture surface; a length of tubing forming a closed loop system wherein a portion of said tubing is attached to the sculpture surface; a means for removing heat from the sculpture surface operatively

1. An apparatus for creating an ice and frosted sculpture surface comprising:a sculpture having a sculpture surface; a length of tubing forming a closed loop system wherein a portion of said tubing is attached to the sculpture surface; a means for removing heat from the sculpture surface operatively connected to the length of tubing wherein frost or ice is encouraged to form on the sculpture surface adjacent the portion of tubing attached to the sculpture surface from moisture in the ambient air surrounding the sculpture surface; and a means for providing a fluid to the sculpture surface.