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Secondary Stiffness Devices for Structural Systems

Invention SummaryThis invention adds additional stiffness to Buckling Restrained Braces (BRB), which support steel beams in construction applications. This product enhances BRBs by adding a steel compression plate (Fig.1) with stiffeners and secondary tension straps (Fig.2). These both improve the stiffness of regular BRBs in order to help control the...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Lawrence Reaveley, Tyler Ross

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

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam Bridge Support System

Invention SummaryThis technology is a method of using Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) blocks to support relatively lightweight bridge structures, primarily 2-lane single-span highways and pedestrian bridges. The EPS accomplishes this by acting as the support embankment. This use of EPS eliminates the need for intermediate or deep foundation systems, reduces...

Published: 3/5/2020 | Inventor(s): Steven Bartlett

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

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

SolaPur: Solar Driven Water Purification

Invention SummaryResearchers at the University of Utah and SolaPur have developed a new water purification technology that utilizes sunlight to kill disease causing viruses, bacteria, and protozoa. The technology can be easily adapted for use in outdoor recreation, emergency preparedness, or in developing regions of the world that currently lack access...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Swomitra Mohanty, Manoranjan Misra, Krista Carlson, Jeff Huber

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Category(s): Mechanical, Civil & Environmental, Water Treatment

Active Building Compact Core

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

An Intelligent Multiple Metalworking/Cutting Fluid Application System for Cooling and Lubrication Towards Sustainable Manufacturing

Multiple Metalworking and Cutting Fluid Application SystemUniversity Reference Number: U-4834Invention SummaryAn intelligent multiple cutting fluid dispensing system for CNC machining enabling real time control of the administration of lubricant and coolant. This system allows for the lubricant and coolant fluids to be simultaneously, separately and...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Alagar Balaji, Venugopal Ghatikar

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

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

Friction Lap Seam Welding Method

Invention SummaryNovel systems and methods have been developed for creating lap seam welds between two or more overlying layers of similar or dissimilar metal. The method involves axially advancing a rotating non-consumable rod against the uppermost of two overlapping layers to be joined. Frictional heat and rotational forces imparted by the rod result...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): Prasad Kalvala, Manoranjan Misra, Javed Akram

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

Emergency Utility Connections

Invention Summary This technology is a permanent system of connections for emergency utilities to be temporarily installed for key building such as research facilities, hospitals, etc. This system would be able to integrate all needed utilities such as steam, water, natural gas, electricity, etc. by having a connection system linked into the building's...

Published: 5/6/2019 | Inventor(s): David Quinlivan

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

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