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A Novel Hybrid Magnetic Core Planar Medium-Frequency Transformer
Invention Description In high-power isolated DC/DC converters, the medium-frequency transformer (MFT) controls system efficiency, size, and safety. Planar designs save space and dissipate heat well, but standard ferrite cores struggle with low saturation flux density, low thermal conductivity and thermal stability issues. Nanocrystalline materials...
Published: 7/29/2026   |   Updated: 7/29/2026   |   Inventor(s): Zhicheng Guo, Binhong Cao
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Alternative Energy, Energy & Power, Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science
Radiation-Resilience Layered Structure for Direct Energy Conversion Devices (Radwich)
Invention Description Reliable power generation in extreme or remote environments is challenging, especially where conventional energy sources or battery replacement are impractical. Devices exposed to radiation or harsh operating conditions often experience material degradation that reduces efficiency and operational lifespan over time. Existing compact...
Published: 7/28/2026   |   Updated: 7/28/2026   |   Inventor(s): Mariana Bertoni, David Fenning, Chaitanya Deo
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Energy & Power, Physical Science
Synthesis of Neutral Copper Oxide Clusters for High Magnetic Moments
Invention Description Copper is a versatile material that has been used for at least 10,000 years. Copper adopts an oxidation state of either Cu(I) (Cu2O) or Cu(II) (CuO). However, the interactions between copper and oxygen, particularly as they relate to chemical bonding, energetics and magnetic ordering, are still not fully understood. Copper oxide...
Published: 7/22/2026   |   Updated: 7/22/2026   |   Inventor(s): Scott Sayres, Chase Rotteger
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Computing & Information Technology, Microelectronics, Physical Science, Semiconductors, Materials & Processes
3D-Printable Graded Electroactive Hydrogels
Invention Description Electroactive hydrogels (EAHs) change shape in electric fields, making them highly valuable for soft actuators, biomedical and smart devices. However, traditional EAHs struggle with weak mechanics, limited printability, and uniform stiffness. Further, current multi-material alternatives are prone to failure because the joins between...
Published: 7/13/2026   |   Updated: 7/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Wenbo Wang, Xiangfan Chen
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Wearable, Medical Devices, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science
An Integrated Inductive Power and Capacitive Data Transfer System
Invention Description Inductive power transfer (IPT) provides safe, wireless power but requires dedicated communication for real-time control. Because traditional wireless methods, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, cause unacceptable delays, researchers have designed specialized transfer alternatives. These include inductive methods, which are complex...
Published: 7/13/2026   |   Updated: 7/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Zhicheng Guo, Guangyu Yan
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Energy & Power, Wireless & Networking, Physical Science, Microelectronics, Medical Devices
Optically Driven Control Circuitry for Reconfigurable Surfaces
Invention Description Recent advancements in 5G and 6G networks operating at mmWave and THz frequencies promise higher speeds but face new challenges including free-space losses and hardware constraints. Reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RISs) address these challenges by dynamically manipulating electromagnetic waves using hundreds to thousands...
Published: 7/13/2026   |   Updated: 7/13/2026   |   Inventor(s): Feiyu Shan, Georgios Trichopoulos
Keywords(s): Antenna, Electronics, Metasurface, reconfigurable intelligent surface(RIS)
Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Wearable, Wireless & Networking, Physical Science
Infrared-Based Drying Method in Lithium-Ion Battery Electrodes
Invention Description Conventional electrode drying processes act as a massive bottleneck in lithium-ion battery (LIB) manufacturing. Current processes typically rely on large convection ovens followed by vacuum post-drying to remove residual solvent and moisture. These steps are energy-intensive, require a large factory footprint, and add complexity...
Published: 6/24/2026   |   Updated: 6/24/2026   |   Inventor(s): Yoon Hwa, Candace Chan, Dustin Nguyen
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Energy & Power, Physical Science
2D Materials for Selectorless Resistive Switching Memory
Invention Description Selectorless resistive random-access memory is crucial for achieving high-density crossbar scaling, however, suppressing sneak path currents (SPCs) without external selector components is still a major challenge. Conventional von Neumann architectures, which transfer data between the process unit towards memory, struggle to keep...
Published: 7/21/2026   |   Updated: 6/22/2026   |   Inventor(s): Feng Yan, Ying-Chen (Daphne) Chen
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Computing & Information Technology, Microelectronics, Semiconductors, Materials & Processes
Reusable High-Performance Polymers
Invention Description Materials used in space missions must withstand extreme conditions such as radiation exposure, thermal cycling, and mechanical stress while maintaining long-term performance and reliability. Traditional polymers can degrade under these harsh environments and are often difficult to recycle or reuse, limiting sustainability in long-duration...
Published: 6/4/2026   |   Updated: 6/4/2026   |   Inventor(s): Yoan Simon, Courtney Leo, Kapil Chandra Akula
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Applied Technologies, Energy & Power, Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science
Tailoring Nanobubble Gas Strategies to Enhance Crop Growth
Invention Description Improving crop productivity while conserving water and resources is a major challenge in modern agriculture, especially under increasing climate-driven water scarcity. Traditional farming methods often struggle to optimize oxygenation, nutrient uptake, and water use efficiency (WUE) in the root zone, limiting plant growth and...
Published: 5/12/2026   |   Updated: 5/12/2026   |   Inventor(s): Sergio Garcia-Segura, ‪Jesús Morón López
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Category(s): Agriculture/Animal Health, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Physical Science
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