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Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas posted this:

A novel high-performance graphene fabrication method Researchers from the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2-BIST) have recently developed a novel electrochemical reactor and procedure to fabricate graphene. This method has been proved as prototype and shows high performance and fine tuning of the graphene oxidation. Graphene producers are being sought to collaborate and/or exploit the existing know-how through a patent license agreement. An offer for Patent Licensing

A novel high-performance graphene fabrication method

DRUIDS Process Technology S.L. posted this:

Simulations and numeric calculations for industry (High level)In INNOVATIONLAB By Druids, we are experts in solving problems of all kinds with the help of simulations and numeric calculations. Our mission is to provide technological solutions to sectors where we can provide high added value. We have the knowledge to solve complicated multiphysics problems of a wide variety of sectors and typology of challenges: • Electromagnetics • CFD (Computational fluid dynamics): water, air ... • Induction heating • Structural & Mechanical assemblies • Thermal

Ivan Rodriguez Rosello posted this:
Licensing Manager at Universidad de Alicante

New metal-free electrocatalysts for fuel cells The Carbon Materials and Environment Research Group of the University of Alicante has developed a new method for obtaining carbon materials with excellent properties such as electrocatalysts in fuel cells or metal-air batteries. The process is based on the thermal treatment of polyaniline (or its derivatives) at high temperature and allows to obtain metal-free carbon materials with a high performance, in a very simple, fast way and in a single stage. These novel materials are characterized by their excellent catalytic activity and selectivity in the oxygen reduction reaction in alkaline medium, they are very stable and resistant to methanol and carbon monoxide poisoning, and above all, they stand out for their low manufacturing cost, which makes them promising candidates to replace the current commercial platinum-based catalysts. We are looking for companies interested in acquiring this technology for commercial exploitation.

New metal-free electrocatalysts for fuel cells

Universidad de Alicante posted this:

Novel 3D-polymeric monolithic catalyst Researchers from Inorganic Chemistry Department at the University of Alicante have developed a new procedure to obtain heterogeneous monolithic catalysts with polymeric support that allow to accelerate catalytic reactions in an optimal way at moderate temperatures, being especially suitable in Preferential Oxidation of Carbon in Hydrogen Rich Gases (CO-PROX). These novel catalysts have been manufactured by 3D printing with complex geometries, improving the performance of current supports. These heterogeneous catalysts are characterized because they have similar conversion and selectivity profiles to current unsupported powder catalysts. They have increased catalytic activity during prolonged reaction times and greater resistance to friction wear. We are looking for companies interested in acquiring this technology for commercial exploitation.

Novel 3D-polymeric monolithic catalyst

Unitat de Valorització de la URV posted this:
Licensing Manager at Fundació URV

Method for quantification of the speed of printing of continuous fibers in processes of near-field electrospinning and electrohydrodynamic jet printing for microfabrication The offered invention allows controlling the process of electrohydrodynamic (EHD) jet printing in which an ink is printed on a substrate as a continuous line or fiber, forming predesigned 2D patterns and 3D structures. This is also known as near-field electrospinning (NFES). The offered technology allows determining the speed at which the EHD ink jet approaches the substrate before it collects transforming into a printed fiber. The knowledge of its speed of approach is critical for controlling the process of printing and create high-resolution patterns and structures, and, ultimately, for ensuring the desired performance of the printed fibers (device). In this invention, the jet trajectory is oscillated electrostatically at a known frequency, resulting in a repeating printed pattern. The speed is obtained from macroscopic, easily quantifiable features of the printed pattern, such as width on a serpentine track (2D pattern), or diameter of a cylinder (3D structure). A patent is pending for this technology.

Method for quantification of the speed of printing of continuous fibers in processes of near-field electrospinning and electrohydrodynamic jet printing for microfabrication

Unitat de Valorització de la URV posted this:
Licensing Manager at Fundació URV

3D printing of continuous fibers for microfabrication, such as flexible electronics and biofabrication A versatile 3D printing technology is offered in which electrostatic control is used to form a continuous electrohydrodynamic ink jet and to precisely position it on a substrate forming a predefined pattern made of solid fiber with fiber diameter typically in the few-micron or submicron ranges. The technology uses electrostatic forces to deflect the trajectory of the fast-moving jet in its flight toward the substrate, in a time-varying fashion. This technology is capable of printing predefined 2D patterns and 3D microstructures with submicrometer resolution and unprecedented speed of up to 2000 fiber layers per second, resulting in total printing time of up to about 1 second per 3D structure. A patent is pending for this technology.

3D printing of continuous fibers for microfabrication, such as flexible electronics and biofabrication

Universidad de Alicante posted this:

New metal-free electrocatalysts for fuel cells The Carbon Materials and Environment Research Group of the University of Alicante has developed a new method for obtaining carbon materials with excellent properties such as electrocatalysts in fuel cells or metal-air batteries. The process is based on the thermal treatment of polyaniline (or its derivatives) at high temperature and allows to obtain metal-free carbon materials with a high performance, in a very simple, fast way and in a single stage. These novel materials are characterized by their excellent catalytic activity and selectivity in the oxygen reduction reaction in alkaline medium, they are very stable and resistant to methanol and carbon monoxide poisoning, and above all, they stand out for their low manufacturing cost, which makes them promising candidates to replace the current commercial platinum-based catalysts. We are looking for companies interested in acquiring this technology for commercial exploitation.

New metal-free electrocatalysts for fuel cells

Zakir Hossain, PhD posted this:
R&D Staff / Researcher at University of Bath

PLA/PP pure polymer or composite powder for 3D printing application: easy and cost-effective manufacturing with scale-up potential 1. Pure polymer and composite powders with scale-up manufacturing potential for powder-based 3D printing applications 2. Cheap, simple and straightforward manufacturing methodology 3. The proposed composite powder can easily be manufactured into composite filament for filament-based 3D printer. 4. No requirement of additional mixing or blending of filler materials with polymer, as the powder itself the blend of polymer and fillers. 5. The application of these nanocomposite powders will not only be limited to 3D printing applications but also can be used for cold-spray coating, extrusion mouldable composite materials processing where the dispersion of filler materials is challenging.

PLA/PP pure polymer or composite powder for 3D printing application: easy and cost-effective manufacturing with scale-up potential

Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas posted this:

Production of porous solids with embedded gases to be used as solid-gas nanocomposite materials CSIC has developed a method for the production of nanoporous solids that contain gas inside their pores. The method is based on magnetron sputtering, but gas consumption is lower in comparison with conventional sputtering methods carried out in dynamic regime. Experimentally, layers of controlled thickness of these nanocomposite materials have been successfully obtained. Gas consumption during the production of these solids was only 0.5% of gas consumption in conventional magnetron sputtering in dynamic regime. Industrial partners from electronic or defence sectors or laboratory materials and chemicals products providers are being sought to collaborate through a patent license agreement. An offer for Patent Licensing

Production of porous solids with embedded gases to be used as solid-gas nanocomposite materials

Yissum - Research Development Company of the Hebrew University posted this:

New Methodology to Control Calcium Carbonate Morphology and Material State New Methodology to Control Calcium Carbonate Morphology and Material State Project ID : 6-2018-4599

Yissum - Research Development Company of the Hebrew University posted this:

High Speed, High Spatial Resolution Scanning Micro-ellipsometer Metrology instrument for measuring coatings properties/dimensions Keywords: measurement, device, Project ID : 14-2017-4398

High Speed, High Spatial Resolution Scanning Micro-ellipsometer

Ivan Rodriguez Rosello posted this:
Licensing Manager at Universidad de Alicante

Removal of odours in recycled plastics The research group "Waste, Energy, Environment and Nanotechnology (REMAN)" of the University of Alicante has developed a procedure for the elimination of odours in recycled plastics by steam stripping. This procedure comprises the following stages: (i) separation and conditioning of plastic; (ii) shredding of plastic; (iii) chemical washing with surfactant; (iv) rinsing of plastic material; (v) mechanical drying; and, (vi) deodorization of plastic. This last stage is done in a steam distillation column and is where the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are extracted from the clean, dry material by steam distillation, and where the VOC-free plastic exits at the bottom of that column. In this way, it is possible to improve the quality of recycled plastics and increase the reuse of plastics from both domestic and industrial waste as raw material for products for later use. Companies interested in the commercial exploitation of this technology through licence agreements and/or technical cooperation are sought.

Removal of odours in recycled plastics

Ivan Rodriguez Rosello posted this:
Licensing Manager at Universidad de Alicante

New multifunctional material for controlled-drug-release implants The "Advanced Materials" research group at the University of Alicante has developed a foamed material comprising three phases: a structural matrix, at least one host phase, and a fluid. This material is characterized by the fact that the structural matrix comprises a plurality of interconnected porous cavities, the host phase(s) is/are housed within at least one porous cavity of the structural matrix and the fluid is housed within the porous cavities. The host phase(s) can be housed within the porous cavities of the structural matrix without maintaining any union or maintaining discrete unions with the latter. The structural matrix may consist of a material of a metallic, polymeric, ceramic nature or mixtures thereof. Meanwhile, the host phase(s) is/are a functional material, the fluid being a liquid or a gas. These materials have many potential uses, among which ones is as an implant material, with the additional possibility of exerting a controlled release of drugs. Companies interested in commercial exploitation of this material through a patent license agreement are sought.

New multifunctional material for controlled-drug-release implants

Servei de Gestió de la Innovació posted this:
Licensing Manager at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - UPC

Hybrid diffractive/refractive optics simulator: method and device The invention relates to a system and to a method for characterizing, designing and/or modifying optical properties of hybrid diffractive/refractive lenses with no need of manufacturing such a lens.

Ivan Rodriguez Rosello posted this:
Licensing Manager at Universidad de Alicante

New multifunctional material for catalysis applications The "Advanced Materials" research group at the University of Alicante has developed a foamed material comprising three phases: a structural matrix, at least one host phase, and a fluid. This material is characterized by the fact that the structural matrix comprises a plurality of interconnected porous cavities, the host phase(s) is/are housed within at least one porous cavity of the structural matrix and the fluid is housed within the porous cavities. The host phase(s) is/are housed within the porous cavities of the structural matrix without maintaining any bond with the latter. The structural matrix may consist of a material of a metallic, polymeric or ceramic nature or mixtures thereof. Meanwhile, the host phase(s) is/are a functional material, the fluid being a liquid or a gas. These materials have many potential uses, among which one is as a catalyst material or as a support for catalysts. Companies interested in the commercial exploitation of this material are sought through a patent license agreement.

New multifunctional material for catalysis applications

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