Method of directed self-assembly using diamagnetic levitation
RPI ID: 2015-021-403Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a novel system for directed self-assembly of microscopic electronic components using diamagnetic levitation. Unlike traditional 'pick-and-place' robotics used in electronic assembly, this approach allows components to position themselves using magnetic repulsion. A magnetic stage...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Jian-Qiang "James" Lu, Anton Tkachenko
Keywords(s): 2D arrays, Automation, Biomedical Engineering, Diamagnetic Levitation, Electrical Engineering, Electronic components, Electronics, Industrial Engineering, Integrated Chips, LED, LED dies, Lighting / Illumination, Materials, Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Optoelectronic Functionalities, Photonics, Self Assembly, Semiconductors, sparse arrays
Category(s): Energy, Environment and Smart Systems
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Solar Cell Employing Phosphorescent Materials
RPI ID: 2015-004-601Innovation Summary:This solar cell design enhances light absorption efficiency using phosphorescent donor-acceptor structures. The architecture includes acceptor particles that generate photocurrent and donor particles made of phosphorescent materials. These donor particles absorb high-energy photons and re-emit them at longer wavelengths,...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Vidhya Chakrapani
Keywords(s): Acoustics, Automation, Bioinformatics, Education, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, IT Hardware, Music, Remote Operation, Robotics, Sensors, Software
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Advanced Draft Tube Spout Fluid Bed (DTSFB) System for Particulate Material Handling and Treatment
RPI ID: 2004-086-201
Innovation Summary:
This invention presents an enhanced system for handling, mixing, and treating particulate materials using a second-generation Draft Tube Spout Fluid Bed (DTSFB) design. The system integrates a pneumatic/hydraulic mixing device with a particle separation and collection unit, such as a bag house, to improve performance...
Published: 9/5/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Howard Littman, John Paccione, Joel Plawsky
Keywords(s): Automation, construction robotics, masonry wall construction, Robotics
Category(s): Energy, Environment and Smart Systems
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