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Photodegradation Protection of Polymeric Materials by Encapsulating with Inorganic Composites and Applications Thereof

Advantages: Boosts the average lifespan of polymers preventing them from undergoing UV-induced photodegradation. Decreases the frequency of replacements and repair process, which translates into tremendous cost savings. Summary: Various fields employ polymeric and organic materials which are prone to photodegradation under UV radiation...

Published: 7/9/2024 | Inventor(s): Elias Stefanakos, Sesha Srinivasan

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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Electronics > Electronics Laser, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials, Technology Classifications > Chemistry, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Electrical Engineering

Automated Rising Concrete Tracking Device

Competitive Advantages Conducts continuous monitoring during the process rather than only measuring after concrete placement is complete. Provides more accurate measurements, higher sensing frequency, and better detection of anomalies in the concrete. Automates a process that is currently completely manually. Summary Inventors at USF have created...

Published: 2/28/2024 | Inventor(s): Tristen Mee, Austin Mullins

Keywords(s): Construction, Industrial Applications, Sensor

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Advance Materials, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials > Infrastructure, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Civil Engineering

A Method Of Preparing A Surface Using TiO2-UVA Treatment And Fabricating Self-cleaning Coating

Competitive Advantages Self-cleaning coating reduces dust and grime accumulation on solar panels’ protective glass. Improves solar panel efficiency, especially in areas with high dust/grime deposition, such as deserts and polluted/industrial areas. Reduces total cost by shrinking operation and maintenance costs associated with cleaning...

Published: 7/13/2023 | Inventor(s): Dharendra Goswami, Mohammed Alhussain

Keywords(s): Autonomous Vehicle, Energy Engineering, Industrial Applications, Optics and Imaging, Renewable Energy

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Chemistry, Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment > Energy Engineering, Technology Classifications > Electronics > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials

Precise Infrastructure Mapping Using Full-Waveform Inversion of Ground Penetrating Radar Signals

Advantages Eliminates need for subjective data analysis Provides unit mm³ resolution Instant 2D / 3D model visualization from measurements Summary Our inventors have developed a method for full-waveform inversion (FWI) of common-offset ground penetrating radar (GPR) data, particularly targeting the dimensions and infilling material of...

Published: 2/6/2024 | Inventor(s): Sajad Jazayeri, Sarah Kruse

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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Advance Materials, Technology Classifications > Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Industrial Engineering

Simultaneous Crossed And Parallel Polarized Light Viewing/Imaging Through A Split Polarizer

Competitive Advantages Multiple polarization states in a single filter allow for simultaneous surface and sub-surface viewing/imaging of semi-transparent or layer-based materials. This technology eliminates the need to switch or rotate between the states of the polarizer or interact with the device, reducing the need for complex decision-making,...

Published: 9/3/2024 | Inventor(s): Katharine Hanlon-Nielsen

Keywords(s): Forensic Applications, Ophthalmology, Optical, Laser, Fiberoptic, Spectroscopy, Optics and Imaging, Sensors

Ionizing Radiation Resistant Cured Urishiol Lacquer and Cured Single Walled Nanotube Lacquer Composites

Competitive Advantages Single coating layer dissipates up to 120 megarads of radiation Chemically stable structure absorbs radiation in a non-destructive manner Mechanisms to economically renew coating and restore absorption identified Summary USF inventors have identified radiation resistant materials and the mechanism that leads to their...

Published: 8/26/2023 | Inventor(s): Julianne Harmon

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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Advance Materials, Technology Classifications > Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Industrial Engineering

Encapsulation of Phase Change Materials for High Temperature Thermal Energy Storage

Competitive Advantages Molten PCMs are compatible with the encapsulating material Capsules are non-porous to the molten PCMs Capsules can accommodate the expansion of PCM at elevated temperatures Summary USF researchers have proposed a way to encapsulate thermal energy storage media, such as phase change materials (PCMs). The invention...

Published: 8/26/2023 | Inventor(s): Chand Jotshi, Elias Stefanakos, Jaspreet Dhau, Dharendra Goswami

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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment > Energy Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials

Cost-Effective Bulk Glass Reinforced Composite Columns

Competitive Advantages Lower cost alternative with greater buckling resistance as steel or timber columns. In numbers,11% less expensive than timber construction and 50% less than structural steel. Immune to natural degradations as in the case with the corrosion of steel or timber. A Securing cap on both ends of the composite holds the encased...

Published: 10/3/2022 | Inventor(s): John Cotter, Rasim Guldiken

Keywords(s): Industrial Applications, Mechanical and Structural Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, Sustainability

Category(s): Technology Classifications > Engineering > Industrial Engineering, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials > A/M Manufacturing, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Civil Engineering, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials > Infrastructure, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Mechanical Engineering, Technology Classifications > Chemistry > Polymers

Photo-Labels with Enhanced Ambient Light Stability and Water Solubility

Competitive Advantages Ambient light stability Improved aqueous solubility Efficient in photo-labelling target proteins Summary Our inventors have synthesized an ambient-light stable photo-label without compromising the photo-activated insertion reactivity. The new synthesized photo-label is effective for photo-affinity labeling...

Published: 8/25/2023 | Inventor(s): Roman Manetsch, Arun Kumar, Jeremiah Tipton

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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Advance Materials, Technology Classifications > Engineering

Advanced Cutin Thin Protective Films

Competitive Advantages Inexpensive production costs Protects against extreme temperatures Does not crack or corrode Flexible coating film Summary We have developed sustainable cutin films from cacti that can be synthesized for functional coating applications. These films are thin, strong, and protective. Further, they do not increase friction...

Published: 1/31/2024 | Inventor(s): Norma Alcantar

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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment > Energy Engineering, Technology Classifications > Advance Materials, Technology Classifications > Engineering, Technology Classifications > Engineering > Industrial Engineering, Technology Classifications > Energy & Environment

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