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Photocurable PVC-Containing for 3D Printing
The Problem: Recycling of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) faces significant hurdles due to the complex composition of post-consumer products and limited collection of PVC. PVC, the third most manufactured plastic in the world, requires recycling methods that rely on energy intensive processes and contaminate recycling streams. A lack of widespread markets...
Published: 12/14/2023   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Pravin Shinde, Ali Al Alshaikh, Kathryn O'Harra
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Category(s): Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Materials, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Arts & Media
Transformative Method for Recycling Esters and Urethanes
The Problem: Polyurethane is a versatile polymer used for applications in industries such as footwear, construction materials, and many other products. Polyester, another synthetic material, is commonly used in textiles, packaging, electronics, and other industrial uses. Both these plastics end up as landfill waste and can release harmful chemicals...
Published: 11/5/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Kathryn O'Harra, Mousumi Rani Bepari
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Category(s): Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Materials
Ionene-based Star Polymers
­The Problem: Star polymers exhibit unique physical and chemical properties that can be used as a stabilizing agent in complex formulation, cosmetics, and adhesives, whereas linear polymers can be used as membranes to separate components or used in battery fuel cells. Although both are useful, they have restrictions. They are not easily controllable...
Published: 10/2/2024   |   Inventor(s): Jason Bara, Kathryn O'Harra
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Materials, Technology Classifications, Technology Classifications > Transportation, Technology Classifications > Healthcare, Technology Classifications > Lifestyle & Leisure, Technology Classifications > Manufacturing