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In situ formation of 2D nanoparticles within elastomers for electromechanical sensing and flexible pressure pad
Adding graphite and elastomer to batch mixer for in situ exfoliation
Invention Summary:
It has been known that a material’s electrical, mechanical, and chemical properties can be enhanced with the addition of graphene nanoparticles. Typically, the nanoparticles are created separately from the bulk material and are injected into...
Published: 9/14/2023
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Inventor(s): Jennifer Lynch-Branzoi, Ali Ashraf, MD Rahman, Nazmul Islam
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Nanotechnology, Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Sensors, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials
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Blacktop Sealer Composite from Recycled Paint
Invention Summary:
Over 16 million gallons of latex paint are discarded every year into landfills, which is the largest liquid hazardous waste in the United States. Latex paint is difficult to recycle and hazardous to the environment due to its volatile organic compounds.
Researchers at Rutgers have developed a novel method for recycling...
Published: 8/17/2022
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Inventor(s): Thomas Nosker, Jennifer Lynch-Branzoi
Keywords(s): Polymers & Composites
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials
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Economical Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Co-Continuous Immiscible Polymer Blends
Invention Summary:
Immiscible polymer blends (IMPBs) offer versatility in tailoring properties via synergistic combinations of blend components to optimize orthogonal properties more economically than chemical synthesis of a new polymer.
Researchers at Rutgers University have developed a novel processing method to produce high performance...
Published: 7/21/2022
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Inventor(s): Thomas Nosker, Jennifer Lynch-Branzoi, Arya Tewatia, Justin Hendrix
Keywords(s): Polymers & Composites
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials
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Flexible Multifunctional Elastomers Sensors Enhanced with in situ Formation of 2D Nanoparticles from Layered Materials
(a) elastomer enhanced with 2D nanoparticles is highly flexible; (b) elastomer sensor attached to arm to track the movement of fingers; (c) change in current value through the sensor due to finger motions
Invention Summary:
Conductive elastomeric polymer and rubber-based composites enhanced with graphene and other 2D nanoparticle fillers are capable...
Published: 8/4/2022
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Inventor(s): Jennifer Lynch-Branzoi, Ali Ashraf
Keywords(s): Graphene technology, Polymers & Composites, Sensors & Probes
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials, Technology Classifications > Sensors
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Conductive Polymer Nanocomposites Enhanced with in situ Formation of 2D Nanoparticles for Structural Sensors and Smart Materials
(a) Sensor used for structural monitoring. (b) Sensor performance during 30 N cyclic loading. (c) Temperature sensor monitored by thermal imaging camera.
Invention Summary:
Conductive thermoplastic polymer matrix nanocomposites enhanced with conductive 2D nanoparticles have applications for structural sensors and smart materials. However, mixing...
Published: 7/20/2022
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Inventor(s): Jennifer Lynch-Branzoi, Ali Ashraf
Keywords(s): Graphene technology, Polymers & Composites, Sensors & Probes
Category(s): Technology Classifications > Physical Sciences & Engineering, Technology Classifications > Polymers/Composites/Materials
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