Portable Fire Suppression via Conductive Aerosol-Assisted Vortex Rings
TS-072328 — The Need
Current firefighting methods often rely on water, toxic foams, or pre-installed systems, which can strain resources, pose environmental hazards, and limit portability. There is a growing demand for safer, non-toxic, and portable fire suppression solutions that can be rapidly deployed in div…
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Tahmina, Qudsia; LaRocco, John; Simonis, John
- Licensing Officer: Randhawa, Davinder
Reversible Shape-Changing Amorphous Polymers via Liquid Crystal Templating
TS-071745 — The Need
Current two-way shape memory polymers (SMPs) require expensive, crystalline or liquid crystalline monomers and complex synthesis, limiting their use in cost-sensitive and biocompatible applications. Widely used amorphous polymers (e.g., polystyrene, PMMA) are inexpensive and common in con…
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Wang, Xiaoguang "William"; Dupont, Robert; Zhang, Meng
- Licensing Officer: Randhawa, Davinder
AI-Powered Smart Home System for Visual Organization Task Automation
TS-071692 — The Need
Modern smart home systems often lack contextual awareness and actionable intelligence, limiting their usefulness in daily home management. Consumers are seeking more intuitive, proactive solutions that go beyond simple automation to offer real-time insights, task generation, and physical in…
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Wisniewski, Dan; Cazares, Richard; Schneller, Aspen; Starrett, Sean; Terveer, Michael
- Licensing Officer: Sharick, Joe
Dual-Function Convertible Tree Stand and Game Cart
TS-071294 — The Need
Tree stands are essential tools for hunters, offering elevated vantage points that improve visibility and scent control. However, they are also the leading cause of hunting-related injuries, particularly climber-style stands where separation of components can result in falls. Additionally, …
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Havrilla, Josh; Beinhardt, Andrew; Haubert, Jacob; Loynes, Ryan; Orlett, Josh
- Licensing Officer: Sharick, Joe
Modular UV Smart Lid System for Enhanced Food Preservation
TS-071056 — The Need
Food waste remains a significant global issue, with the average American discarding over 100 pounds of food annually, amounting to nearly $2,800 in losses per household. A substantial portion of this waste results from premature spoilage due to microbial contamination and suboptimal storage…
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Wisniewski, Dan; Jacovsky, Matt; Lewis, Tim; Nance, Steven; Remedios, Xavier; Sweet, Joe
- Licensing Officer: Sharick, Joe
Hydroxyphenyl-Pyranoanthocyanin Formulations for Dynamic and Adaptive Color Expression in Clean-Label Applications
TS-070018 — This innovation approach enhances the color retention of natural colorants, making them suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions and consumer product industrial uses.
Background
Natural colorants are increasingly prioritized in the food, beverage, and cosmetic industries to support clean-label and plant-based product development. However, many existing natural pigments suffer from limited solubility, poor chromatic stability, and incompatibility with complex ma…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Voss, Danielle; Giusti, M. Monica
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Crate Rail System: Space-Efficient and Accessible Crate-Based Storage for Any Environment
TS-069694 —
A compact, modular, and aesthetic storage solution for milk crates, designed to optimize space and improve accessibility in various environments.
Background
Milk crates are a standardized, versatile storage option commonly used for goods transportation and organization. Current storage methods, such as stacking or standalone shelving, hinder accessibility, lack aesthetic appeal, and occupy significant floor space, particularly in environment…
- College: College of Arts & Sciences
- Inventors: Nickley, William; King, Hannah; Seal-Roth, Jack; Straughn, Emily; Zhang, Jiacheng
- Licensing Officer: Panic, Ana
Enhanced Butanol Production via Engineered Clostridium Strains
TS-069522 — The Need
The biofuel and biochemical industries face challenges in efficiently converting fermentation byproducts, such as butyrate, into higher-value products like butanol. Traditional methods often result in the accumulation of waste products, limiting overall process efficiency and economic viab…
- College: College of Engineering (COE)
- Inventors: Moore, Curtis; Yang, Shang-Tian "ST"
- Licensing Officer: Randhawa, Davinder
European Corn Borer mating Cage
TS-065465 — The Need: The agricultural sector faces persistent challenges in controlling pests like the European Corn Borer (ECB), which can devastate corn crops, leading to significant economic losses. Traditional methods often prove inadequate, necessitating innovative solutions to combat these destructive in…
- College: College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES)
- Inventors: Michel, Andrew; Basnagala, Suranga
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
Adaptive Treadmill Speed Control in Real Time
TS-064662 — The Need: In today's fitness landscape, users demand immersive and intuitive experiences from their exercise equipment. Traditional treadmills lack the ability to adapt to individual users' movements, resulting in a static and often monotonous workout experience. There is a growing need for …
- College: College of Education & Human Ecology
- Inventors: Devor, Steven; Schleader, Cory
- Licensing Officer: Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
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