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Aqueous-based high nickel electrodes manufacturing using sustainable cellulose nanomaterials as protector
Researchers have developed a sustainable process for producing high-performance, aqueous-based NMC cathodes using cellulose nanomaterials, enhancing lithium-ion battery applications. https://nu.technologypublisher.com/files/sites/adobestock_853583841.jpeg https://nu.technologypublisher.com/files/sites/mark-saulich-scaled10.jpg Source:lertsakwiman/...
Published: 9/10/2024   |   Inventor(s): Hongli Zhu, Ying Wang
Keywords(s): Battery, biomass, cellulose fiber, Sustainability
Category(s): Technology Classifications > 2. Physical Science, Technology Classifications > 2. Physical Science > Advanced materials/Nanomaterials
Iron-based Foams and Powder Beds for Rechargeable Solid-oxide Batteries
NU 2023-216, 2022-100 INVENTORS David C. Dunand * Samuel M. Pennell SHORT DESCRIPTION A new iron-based composite with ultra-high stability and durability as a battery material for grid-scale energy storage. BACKGROUND The global shift towards renewable energy necessitates efficient storage solutions for intermittent power, which is crucial for maintaining...
Published: 7/3/2024   |   Inventor(s):  
Keywords(s): Batteries, Energy and Infrastructure, Fuel Cell, Materials, Sustainability
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Energy & Sustainability
Catalytic Chemical Recycling of Nylon Waste
NU 2022-139, 2023-061, 2023-086 INVENTORS Tobin J. Marks * Yosi Kratish Liwei Ye Lukas Wursthorn SHORT DESCRIPTION Commercially available, low-cost catalysts that efficiently depolymerize Nylon 6 to its parent monomer at low operation temperatures and high yields. BACKGROUND Nylon-6, a widely used polymer in products like fishnets, carpets, and...
Published: 7/3/2024   |   Inventor(s):  
Keywords(s): Catalyst, Environment, Polymer, Sustainability
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Energy & Sustainability
Surface Functionalization of Polymers Via Sequential Multiple Plasma Gas Treatments
­Advantages: Improves hydrophobicity and hydrophilicity, optimizing material performance for diverse applications. Benefits medical implants, self-cleaning surfaces, and more, offering broad utility across industries. Preserves core material characteristics while enhancing surface properties, ensuring stability and reliability. Summary: This...
Published: 9/3/2024   |   Inventor(s): NURETTIN SAHINER, Ramesh Ayyala, Venkat Bhethanabotla
Keywords(s): 3D Printing, Anti-Microbials, Biotechnology, Catheters, CleanTech, Construction, Dental Equipment, Environmental Sciences, Food Science, Material Science, Medical Devices, Ocean / Marine Technology, Ophthalmic Equipment, Research Tools, Sustainability
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Chemistry > Polymers, Technology Classifications > Medical > Medical Devices, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Chemical Engineering, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials > A/M Manufacturing
Transiently Porous Cryogel Composite Structures for Fast Carbon Dioxide Capture from Air for Useful Chemical Products
­Advantages: Efficient CO2 capture and conversion, reducing greenhouse emissions effectively with eco-friendly results for sustainability. Versatile industry integration for addressing CO2 concerns, enhancing environmental impact across diverse sectors. Maximizes CO2 capture efficiency through advanced material utilization, ensuring resourceful...
Published: 8/16/2024   |   Inventor(s): NURETTIN SAHINER, Manoj Ram
Keywords(s): Environmental Sciences, Sustainability
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering > Chemical Engineering
Crosslinker for Recyclable Polymethacrylate Polymer Networks
NU 2022-018 INVENTORS John Mark Torkelson* Mohammed Abdulaziz Bin Rusayyis SHORT DESCRIPTION Polymethacrylate networks with unique crosslinking regime that enables full recovery of initial cross-link density after reprocessing ABSTRACT Northwestern researchers have developed a novel approach to improve the recyclability and reprocessability of...
Published: 7/3/2024   |   Inventor(s):  
Keywords(s): Manufacturing/Processing, Materials, Polymer, Sustainability
Category(s): Physical Sciences > Materials and Industrial Processes, Physical Sciences > Energy & Sustainability, Physical Sciences > Engineering & Technology
Energy Fishing using Moving Wind Turbine System
Offshore wind turbines are typically fixed devices anchored to the seabed by a foundation. The advantages of a floating offshore system (economic, reusable, deeper water depths) as compared to fixed structures have resulted in increased interest in floating technologies. The major type of floating wind systems in use today are semisubmersible and concrete...
Published: 2/5/2024   |   Inventor(s): Hooman Ghasemi
Keywords(s): Green, sustainability
Category(s): Engineering, Environment, Other
High Throughput Wastewater Treatment and Water Recycling System
Competitive Advantages Increases wastewater treatment capacity without increasing the size or footprint of the system itself. Reduces operational costs of wastewater treatment. Offers a more environmentally friendly method by reducing energy consumption and creating a more efficient system. Summary A standard wastewater treatment system today...
Published: 7/17/2023   |   Inventor(s): Daniel Yeh, Ahmet Uman, Robert Bair
Keywords(s): Energy Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Industrial Applications, Sustainability
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment > Agriculture, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Marine Engineering
Modular System for Waste Treatment, Water Recycling, and Resource Recovery
Competitive Advantages Compact Design Modular system consists of modular subsystems. It can be transported easily and rapidly reassembled onsite to form the modular system. EXPRESS rack system can be used on International Space Station Summary The invention is a compact and modular system that can be used to treat wastes, recycle water, and...
Published: 10/3/2023   |   Inventor(s): Daniel Yeh, Luke Roberson, Talon Bullard, Melanie Pickett, Robert Bair, Ahmet Uman
Keywords(s): Aerospace, Energy Engineering, Energy Storage, Sustainability
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment > Agriculture, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Marine Engineering
Determination of the Ionic Strength of Dilute Natural Solutions
Competitive Advantages Measuresionic strength directly Can be used for different types of freshwaters Portable and automatic Summary Knowing the ionic strength of natural water resources is crucial to study the behaviors of dissolved substances like pollutant trace metals and nutrients. The proposed solution allows direct measurement of the...
Published: 2/6/2024   |   Inventor(s): Robert Byrne
Keywords(s): Energy Engineering, Renewable Energy, Sustainability
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering > Marine Engineering
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