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Invention SummaryA prototype for a compact and energy efficient HVAC unit has been developed and initially tested. The HVAC supplies the multiple needs of a building including its air conditioning, air heating, and water heating. This is accomplished by using a combination of semi-independent units. These units include a domestic hot water source, energy...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Joerg Ruegemer

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

Sheer Feedback Haptic Devices

Invention SummaryA compact, lightweight, and simplistic method for determination of surface softness has been developed. This touch feedback device is able to provide a virtual rendering of what a surface feels like based on how stiff or soft the surface is (also referred to as squishiness). This device is responsive to the user’s force and displacement...

Published: 8/15/2019 | Inventor(s): William Provancher

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

Five-degree-of-freedom Manipulation of a Magnetic Capsule Endoscope in Fluid using a Single Permanent Magnet

Invention SummaryThis invention is a method to position and orient a magnetic capsule endoscope levitated in fluid, for use in endoscopy of the stomach, using a single permanent magnet whose position is controlled by a robotic manipulator outside of the patient’s body. The method is the first to enable five-degree-of-freedom manipulation of a...

Published: 5/15/2019 | Inventor(s): Jacob (jake) Abbott, Arthur Mahoney

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

A Singularity-free Mechanism for Orientation Control of a Permanent Magnet

Invention SummaryIt has been recently demonstrated that untethered magnetically actuated tools (MATs)—such as magnetic capsule endoscopes, magnetic swimming microrobots, and magnetic screws—can be actuated by a single rotating permanent magnet (RPM), whose position and orientation are controlled by a robotic manipulator, without constraining...

Published: 5/15/2019 | Inventor(s): Jacob (jake) Abbott, Arthur Mahoney, Samuel Wright

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

Universal Belay Device

Invention SummaryThis is the FIRST belay device that can be easily switched between a frictional mode and auto-locking mode. Switching between the two modes can be done anytime without removing the ropes or unclipping the device from the belayer’s harness. This means switching can occur at any time without sacrificing safety. The universal belay...

Published: 2/6/2020 | Inventor(s): Eberhard Bamberg, Nathaniel Young

Keywords(s): Equipment, Mechanical, Civil & Environmental

Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

Foot Operated Plunger Bar Remover (FOPBR)

ProblemProbes used by Gas Distributors to detect leaks in the field are most commonly removed using the kinetic force of a sliding weight against a fixed collar. This crude approach is difficult and time consuming.Solution – The TechnologyThe technology is an improved lever mechanism to ease the removal of these probes. The lever device has “teeth”...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Donald Bloswick, Duane Ferkovich, Richard Sesek, Bruce Campbell

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

Wheelchair Advantage Mobility System (WAMS)

**VALUE EXPRESS**Invention SummaryWAMS is a bolt-on system with hand-actuated levers and disc/caliper system to propel, brake and securely park a manual wheelchair. It incorporates a set of ergonomic handles that enables users with reduced grip strength to propel or stop the wheelchair. Other interesting features of the invention include a) a...

Published: 8/15/2019 | Inventor(s): Brian Horne, Abraham Kearl, Jeffrey Clark, Miguel Gallegos, Ryosuke (leo) Osawa, Donald Bloswick

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

A Duplex Process for Copper Removal from Ferrous Scrap Part 2

**VALUE EXPRESS** Invention Summary: the University of Utah inventors developed methods and systems for removing copper from ferrous scrap. Intellectual Property: US patent 7,789,936 has issued for this technology. This technology is available for license under the University of Utah's Value Express Licensing Program. To license this technology please...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Weol Cho, Peng Fan

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

Robotic or Vehicle System Providing Unprecedented Levels of Reconfigurability, Mobility, Maneuverability and Full Suspension

Invention Summary: This mobile robotic (or vehicle) system is capable of providing currently unattainable levels of reconfigurability, mobility, maneuverability and full suspension. The system consists of simple, rigid, differentially steered axle modules that are coupled by compliant frame modules to form numerous mobile robot or vehicle configurations....

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Mark Minor, Corey Schwensen

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

Tactile Contact and Impact Feedback Device

Invention Summary: This device is a compact modular device for providing tactile making and breaking contact sensation to a person's finger pad, as well as providing impact sensation through use of a non-contact distance sensor. It is thimble-based and could be used in combination with a commercial haptic force feedback device.Market Applications: This...

Published: 2/6/2020 | Inventor(s): William Provancher

Keywords(s): Equipment, Mechanical, Civil & Environmental

Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Equipment

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