Wearable Active Projectile Interception System for Personal Protection
TS-074822 —
Personal protective equipment (PPE) remains predominantly passive, relying on material strength to absorb or deflect impacts after they occur. This approach is insufficient in high-risk environments where fast-moving debris, tool fragments, or ballistic threats can cause severe injury before mitig…
- College: OSU Wexner Medical Center
- Inventors: Tahmina, Qudsia; Cruz Lopez, Alan; LaRocco, John; Simonis, John
- Licensing Officer: Sharick, Joe
Sustainable Fungal Memristors for Neuromorphic and Eco-Friendly Computing
TS-072329 — The Need
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence and neural networks is driving unprecedented demand for energy-efficient, scalable hardware. Conventional memristors require rare earths and complex fabrication, contributing to electronic waste and limiting accessibility. There is a critical need…
- College: Marion Campus
- Inventors: LaRocco, John; Hill, Justin; Simonis, John; Tahmina, Qudsia
- Licensing Officer: Sharick, Joe
Elastocloric Dehumidifier for Atmospheric Water Harvesting
TS-069524 — The Need
Global water scarcity is a critical issue, with many regions lacking access to clean and reliable water sources. Traditional water harvesting methods are often energy-intensive and inefficient. There is a pressing need for innovative, sustainable, and energy-efficient technologies to extra…
- College: OSU Wexner Medical Center
- Inventors: LaRocco, John; Simonis, John; Tahmina, Qudsia
- Licensing Officer: Randhawa, Davinder