Available Technologies
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Available Technologies by Category
Artificial Neural Network (ANN) with Unique Input Design That Significantly Reduces Computational Costs of Complex Engineering Systems
System circumvents challenges in using neural networks for solving differential equations with multiple discontinuities in solutions
8963
Reducing Traffic Congestion and Achieving Driver Anticipation in Autonomous Vehicles
Current ACC systems struggle to achieve anticipative driving
9033, 9039
Anodically Coloring Molecular Electrochromics (EC) Improve Contrast, Color, and Transitions
Fully transparent, color-neutral states that can switch to a full palette of vibrant colors are difficult with current cathodically coloring polymers
7745
Biologically Inspired Connected Advanced Driver Assistance System
Connecting vehicle systems for collision
8918
Atomic Metal Catalysts
Method for preparing quantized multiatomic catalytic clusters
6451, 5217
Predictive Maintenance System for Large-Scale Operations Offers Potential for Significant Cost Savings
Current Reactive Maintenance Systems Fall Short
8793
Reprocessing, Recycling, and Repairing Covalent Adaptable Network Polymers
A new environmentally and economically favorable recycling method for CFRP composites
7348
Cascaded Nickel Hard Mask
Scalable, consistent method using plasma etching to create deep mesas for high-power devices
8790
p-type Be-Doped AlN Films and Layered Films
Leveraging the advantages of AIN for ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors as transistors
8810, 8666, 8786
Gaussian Switch Sampling (GauSS) for Training Deep Neural Networks
A dynamics-based active learning approach that matches or outperforms existing strategies
8757
Two-Phase Thermal Management System for Integrated Motor Cooling
For better performance, capabilities, and reduced motor size and weight for electric transportation applications
8280
Micro Ammonia Production System (MAPS)—Systems and methods for making nitrogen-based compounds
High-yield, sustainable ammonia synthesis from air and water with unprecedented efficiency via gas-phase electrochemical system
8056
Heat Dissipation for Microelectronic Systems via Capillary Trap
Enables hot-spot chip cooling via thin-film evaporation
6272
Energy Storage for Automotive/Portable Applications
High-capacity, density and efficient hydrogen energy storage for automotive/portable applications
3626
Integrated Cascaded Atomic Beam
An accurate cascaded atomic beam to aid in gyroscope applications and atomic clocks.
7917
Variable Center of Gravity for Coaxial Aircraft
A mechanism for controlling unmanned aerial vehicles by shifting their center of mass
7654
Method for Measuring Quality of Dielectric Liquids
A method for measuring electrochemical properties of fluids for detecting chemical degradation or contaminants
3900
Scalable, Portable Hydrogen Generation
A method and apparatus for generating hydrogen from hydrocarbon fuels at high power density and adaptive throughput
3824, 3899, 6239
Micro-scale Fuel Processor for Hydrogen Fuels
A fuel processor and method for producing hydrogen gas
3667
Reducing Vibration During Engine Start
A strategy based on time-scale separation and command shaping to reduce the powertrain noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) associated with starting/restarting an internal combustion engine
6783
High Strength and High Modulus Carbon Fibers
A method for producing high strength, high modulus, and high thermal stability carbon fiber using gel-spinning
6716
Joule Heating and Carbon Fibers
A process for stabilizing carbon composite fibers that is more energy efficient
6543
Solopulse Radar
A signal processing technique that achieves cross-range imaging with a single, solitary radar pulse
7614
Cable-Driven Four-Bar Link Leg Mechanism
A cable driven four-bar link mechanism for actuating robotic legs to improve the performance of articulated legs and increase the longevity of the mechanism
7592
Tensegrity Lattices for Structural Applications
Tensegrity lattices for meta-materials and structural applications allow for the building of stronger structures that can be severely deformed without losing their load bearing ability
7425
Sensing Methodology for Intelligent Traffic Sign Inventory
Enhanced traffic sign detection methodology to improve the productivity of an image-based sign inventory for state DOTs
6321
Hyper Resonance Wireless Power Transmission
Magnetic hyper-resonant coupling among multiple inductive-capacitive resonators
6291
Aerodynamically-Adaptive Platforms using Distributed Bleed Flow Control
A system for improved control of the aerodynamic and structural loads on flight and ground platforms using distributed active air bleed driven through the aerodynamic surfaces
6238
Wireless Power Transfer System
Efficient wireless transfer system which can transfer both data and power
6080, 6081, 6106
Wideband Data Transmission Using Pulse - Delay Modulation
A modulation technique that uses very narrow pulses for wireless transmission of serial data bits through an inductive link
6075
Non-Destructive Quality Control of Automated Weld Processes
A patented system for nondestructively measuring weld characteristics
5680
Improved Adaptive Control System Using Selectable Parameters
Simple adaptive control system design that augments existing control systems
5619
Sol-Gel Films and High Energy Capacitor Device
A process for the development of a high energy/power density capacitor device with high energy extraction efficiency based on sol-gel films formed by use of siloxane precursors bearing a polar group on a flexible tether group
6993