Ice Cream Protection Invention

Introduction

• Enthusiastic love for ice cream.
• Two main problems:
  1. Lack of impulse control.
  2. Competition with others in the household.

Invention Overview

• Created a solution to protect ice cream from:
  • Personal impulse control issues.
  • Others in the house.

Key Features of the Invention

1. Camouflage:

   • Ice cream is hidden in a bag of frozen vegetables.
   • Serves as the first line of defense.

2. Lid Mechanism:

   • The lid is unclutchable due to being secured with immense force.
   • No external buttons, latches, or locks required.

3. Material Science:

   • Different metals used for the lid and base (anodized aluminum and stainless steel).
   • At room temperature, the lid easily fits; in the freezer, it shrinks and locks.

Mechanism of Action

• Freezing:

  • Anodized aluminum lid shrinks more than the base.
  • Creates a nearly permanent seal in the freezer.

• Opening:

  • Running room-temperature water loosens the seal as the aluminum expands faster than steel.

Benefits and Conclusion

• This invention forces a pause, offering time to reconsider impulsivity.
• There is satisfaction as an engineer to bring innovative ideas to life.
• The usefulness and personal enjoyment of creating solutions give deep satisfaction.