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In Vitro Culture Model of Anisotropic to Isotropic Transition
RPI ID:
2015-010-401 / 2015-010-601
Innovation Summary:
A hybrid biomaterial platform integrates aligned electrospun fiber regions with adjacent isotropic film surfaces on a single culture substrate, creating a controlled anisotropic‑to‑isotropic boundary that models lesion‑edge transitions found in injured tissues such as spinal cord, tendon, and...
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 3/10/2026
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Inventor(s): Gregory Desmond, Ryan Gilbert, Christopher Rivet, Jonathan Zuidema
Keywords(s): Architecture, Binaural Sound Localization, Biomedical Engineering, Echo Cancellation, Echo suppression, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, IT Hardware, Precedence Effect Model, Robotics, Sensors, Simulation and Modeling, Software
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Active control for street lights to minimize light pollution
RPI ID:
2018-053-401
Innovation Summary:
This system reduces sky glow by monitoring cloud coverage and adjusting outdoor lighting output when clouds are at or below a set threshold. A control unit receives sensor data, decides against a policy whether to dim and shift spectra, and commands light sources capable of variable intensity and wavelength....
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 3/10/2026
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Inventor(s): Mark Rea, Andrew Bierman, John Bullough
Keywords(s): connective lighting, LED, Light pollution, Sensors, street lighting
Category(s): Energy, Environment and Smart Systems
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Smart visual display
RPI ID:
2020-002-401
Innovation Summary:
A smart visual display system integrates an ambient detection module capable of sensing characteristics of ambient light relative to specific portions of the display area. This enables dynamic adjustment of display parameters to optimize visibility and energy efficiency. The system may include computing devices...
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 3/10/2026
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Inventor(s): Michael Shur
Keywords(s): color rendition, Sensors, smart display
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Micropixel Free Space Optical Space Communications Transceiver
RPI ID:
2017-023-401
Innovation Summary:
This invention relates to methods and devices for transceiving light via display devices, enabling bidirectional optical communication. The light source array can operate in multiple duplexing modes: full-space-division, half-space-division, and time-division duplexing. By integrating communication...
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 3/10/2026
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Inventor(s): BASSEM FAHS, Robert, Jr. Karlicek
Keywords(s): 5G Communications, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, camera/lens, Chip manufacturing, Computer Science, displays, Electrical, Engineering, Integrated circuit, IT Hardware, LED/lighting, LiFi, media, micro-pixel, motion tracking, network management, Optical wireless systems, Photonics, photonics/microelectronics, security, Semiconductors, Sensors, smart systems, terahertz, tranceivers, Video, VLC, wearables
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
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Combined Plasma-ARGET ATRP Method and Materials For Modifying Poly(ether sulfone) Surface
RPI ID: 2017-007-401Innovation Summary:This invention presents a method for modifying polymeric surfaces using atmospheric pressure plasma followed by atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP). The process activates the surface, attaches an initiator, and then grows polymer chains to tailor surface properties. It enables precise control over surface...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Georges Belfort, Istvan Kocsis, Mirco Sorci, Alexander Lee, John Keating
Keywords(s): Advanced Materials, ARGET ATRP, Biological\Chem Separation\Purification Tech, Biotechnology, Chemistry, coatings/adhesives/composites, Consumer product, Desalination, Design, Devices, Devices/instruments, Energy, Energy efficiency, Environment, Films, Human healthcare, Material science, membrane systems, Membrane Technology, Membranes, Nanotechnology, Nanotechnology (nanocomposites), Organics Recovery, pharmaceutical, plasma, plastics, Polymer Brush, polymer composite, polymer/epoxy resins, polymerization, Polymers, Proteins, research reagents/tools, Sensors, Surface modification, Technology
Category(s): Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
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Multispectral daylight sensor to enable energy savings and well-being of occupants
RPI ID: 2016-061-401Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a novel method and sensor system for accurately determining the spectral composition of light at a specific target location. The system uses a multi-channel sensor assembly to capture light data and a computational model to analyze the spectral power distribution (SPD) of the light source....
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Yiting Zhu, Jean Paul Freyssinier, Yi-wei Liu, Dinusha Thotagamuwa, Nadarajah Narendran
Keywords(s): Circadian, Daylight, LED, Sensors
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Modular Indoor Microclimate Control: stand-alone modular radiant system, based on solid-state heat pumping and integrated thermal storage, for indoor microclimate control.
RPI ID: 2016-058-201Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a distributed thermal control system that utilizes solid-state heat pumps and thermal storage units to deliver localized heating and cooling. Each unit includes a proximity sensor, thermal storage material, and a heat distribution surface, enabling the system to respond dynamically to...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Theodorian Borca-Tasciuc, Anna Dyson, Benjamin Pearce, Jason Vollen, Berardo Matalucci
Keywords(s): Appliance and furniture, Architecture, architecture/enegy, Building, comfort, Design, Electrical, Electrical Engineering, Energy, Energy efficiency, Energy Management, Environmental, healthcare, Material science, Sensors, smart systems, systems automation, Technology, wearables, wireless tech
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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High Frequency Push-Push Oscillator
RPI ID: 2016-076-401Innovation Summary:This invention introduces a high-frequency push-push oscillator that utilizes a resonant circuit and Gm-core to generate a differential signal at twice the resonant frequency. The design incorporates a tank circuit and feedback mechanism to stabilize the output and reduce phase noise. Optimized for compact, high-performance...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Mona Hella, BASSEM FAHS
Keywords(s): Biological\Chem Separation\Purification Tech, Biomaterials, Biotechnology, camera/lens, Cellular Biology, Chip manufacturing, coatings/adhesives/composites, Devices/instruments, Diagnostic system, Diagnostics, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Human computer interaction, Human healthcare, identification, Measurement Systems, Medical device, Medical Imaging Technology, Microelectronics, microscopy, modeling and simulation, Molecular Biology, Nanotechnology, neurons, Optical Systems, Optical waveguides, pharmaceutical, Photonics, photonics/microelectronics, research reagents/tools, scanning, security, Semiconductors, Sensors, terahertz
Category(s): Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
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Phosphorescent Wavelength‑Shifting Solar Cell for High‑Efficiency Thin‑Film Photovoltaics
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RPI ID:
2015-004
Innovation Summary:
A phosphorescent donor–acceptor solar cell architecture is presented that enhances light‑harvesting efficiency by converting high‑energy photons into wavelengths more effectively absorbed by the acceptor layer. The structure integrates phosphorescent donor particles that capture UV/blue...
Published: 3/10/2026
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Vidhya Chakrapani
Keywords(s): Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Remote Operation, Sensors, Software
Category(s): Biotechnology and the Life Sciences
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Error-tolerant memory system design techniques
RPI ID: 2014-060-401Innovation Summary:This invention describes a memory architecture designed to operate effectively even when memory cells are defective or weak. The system identifies memory addresses associated with high error likelihood and applies customized handling, including virtual repairs, coding, and look-up mechanisms. It provides tiered...
Published: 7/21/2025
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Updated: 7/3/2025
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Inventor(s): Hao Wang, Tong Zhang
Keywords(s): Architecture, Building Engineering, color controllable lighting, dynamic lighting control, Electrical Engineering, Energy, Energy Management, LED, Lighting & Illumination Technology, Modulated Lighting, occupancy sensing, Optoelectronics Systems, pattern recognition, perturbation-modulated lighting, Sensors, Smart Lighting, Software, Solid State Lighting
Category(s): Energy, Environment and Smart Systems
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