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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Pneumatic Conveying Method of Blending Powders
RPI ID: 2004-086-201Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a method for fabricating nanostructured surfaces that significantly enhance mechanical properties such as hardness, wear resistance, and durability. The process employs nanoscale patterning and surface treatments to reinforce the outer layers of materials, making them more resilient under...
Published: 7/21/2025
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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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