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Directed evolution for Membranes Development in 3 Dimensions
RPI ID: 2021-036-201
Innovation Summary:
Directed evolution techniques are applied to develop three-dimensional membrane structures with enhanced permeability and selectivity. The system uses iterative mutation and selection cycles to optimize membrane protein configurations. It supports applications in filtration, sensing, and biointerfaces. The method...
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 3/10/2026
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Inventor(s): Joel Plawsky, Mirco Sorci, Chenyu Guan, Georges Belfort
Keywords(s): bioprocessing, food processing, membrane microfiltration, Separations
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Wickless Heat Pipes Using Binary Liquid Mixtures
RPI ID:
2024-021-301
Innovation Summary:
This technology introduces a wickless heat pipe system designed to transfer thermal energy efficiently without relying on traditional wick structures. The system utilizes a novel internal geometry and fluid dynamics to enable capillary-free heat transport. The manufacturing method supports scalable production...
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 3/10/2026
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Inventor(s): Joel Plawsky
Keywords(s): heat pipes, Interfacial Phenomena, Microelectronics Cooling
Category(s): Energy, Environment and Smart Systems
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Fused particle membranes for filtration: Material and methods
RPI ID:
2023-016-301
Innovation Summary:
This technology introduces filtration systems using fused particle membranes that offer enhanced mechanical strength and selective permeability. The membranes are formed by thermally bonding particles into a porous structure, allowing precise control over pore size and distribution. The system is suitable for...
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 3/10/2026
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Inventor(s): Surya Karla, Joel Plawsky, Georges Belfort
Keywords(s): Desalination, fouling, Membranes, Polymeric membranes
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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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
Keywords(s):
Category(s): Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
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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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