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High thermal conductance thermal interface materials based on nanostructured metallic-network polymer composites
RPI ID: 2011-005-601Innovation Summary:This invention presents a composite thermal interface material (TIM) that achieves high thermal conductivity with low filler loading. It uses a nanostructured metallic network embedded in a polymer matrix, formed through controlled sintering.Challenges / Opportunities:Traditional TIMs require high filler content,...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/7/2025
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Inventor(s): Theodorian Borca-Tasciuc, Hafez Raeisi Fard, Sushumna Iruvanti, Fengyuan Lai, Kamyar Pashayi, Joel Plawsky
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Category(s): Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
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An assay to evaluate the filtration of suspended particles in existing and hypothetical micro-porous membranes
RPI ID: 2019-059-401Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a novel assay designed to evaluate the filtration efficiency of microporous membranes in removing suspended particles. The method leverages a controlled particle suspension and quantifies membrane performance through precise measurement of particle retention and flow characteristics. It...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Georges Belfort, Joel Plawsky, Corey Woodcock, Mirco Sorci, Dustin Andersen
Keywords(s): Assay, computational fluid mechanics, intermolecular forces, pore imaging, relative species transport rates, Selectivity
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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A New Type of Draft Tube, Spout Fluid Bed Particle Coater
RPI ID: 2007-017-601Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a method for coating particulate materials using a fluidized bed system combined with a controlled spray mechanism. The process ensures uniform coating thickness while minimizing particle agglomeration. It supports scalable, continuous operation and is compatible with a wide range of materials....
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Howard Littman, John Paccione, Joel Plawsky
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Category(s): Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
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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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