Patents Assigned to Board of Regents of the Nevada Systems of Higher Education, on behalf of the University of Nevada
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Publication number: 20240231169Abstract: Disclosed herein are optoelectronically dynamic elements (e.g., windows, films, lenses, flat-panel displays, polymer-based electronics, thin film photovoltaics, glass doors, tools/devices used in X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy analysis, among others) comprising non-aqueous zinc-based electrolytes that facilitate reversible zinc electrodeposition on the element. The disclosed non-aqueous zinc-based electrolytes are used in combination with a transparent working electrode and a counter electrode and facilitate depositing layers of zinc on the transparent working electrode so as to rapidly form an opaque zinc-containing coating on the working electrode upon application of a suitable voltage. The opaque zinc-containing coating can be rapidly stripped from the working electrode transitioning it back to a transparent state upon application of a suitable voltage. Also disclosed are methods of making and using the disclosed non-aqueous zinc-based electrolyte and elements described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2024Publication date: July 11, 2024Applicants: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the University of Nevada, Tynt Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Barile, Nikhil C. Bhoumik, Tyler Hernandez
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Patent number: 12010916Abstract: The energy conversion performance, mechanical robustness, and cost associated with fabrication of a thermoelectric device may be improved by three-dimensional flexible thermoelectrics.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2020Date of Patent: June 11, 2024Assignee: The Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on Behalf of the University of NevadaInventors: Jaeyun Moon, Matthew Pusko, Kaleab Ayalew, Suraj Venkat Pochampally, Hoyoung Ahn
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Patent number: 11873315Abstract: Provided herein are diaryl and arylalkyl phosphonates, useful as intermediates in, for example, the synthesis of leukocyte elastase inhibitors, potassium channel modulators, chemiluminescence materials, and flame retardants, and methods for making same. Also provided are N-heterocyclic phosphorodiamidic acids (NHPAs) useful in reactions such as, for example, in the preparation of diaryl and arylalkyl phosphonates. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2022Date of Patent: January 16, 2024Assignee: THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGASInventors: Jun Yong Kang, Hai Huang
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Publication number: 20230371403Abstract: Superconductive materials and methods of making the same are described, in which the superconductive materials are grown on a crystalline substrate having lattice parameters that impart a strain on the superconductive materials that reduces an applied pressure at which the superconductive materials exhibit superconductivity.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2021Publication date: November 16, 2023Applicants: University of Rochester, THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA,Inventors: Liyanagamage R. Dias, Ashkan Salamat
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Patent number: 11774634Abstract: A system for determining snowpack characteristics includes a weight plate, at least one pressure sensor, and an inert plate surrounding the weight plate. The weight plate and the inert plate can be spaced apart from one another, and, in some cases, the weight plate has a perimeter and the inert plate surrounds the entirety of the perimeter of the weight plate with a gap formed therebetween.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2017Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the University of Nevada, RenoInventors: Benjamin Trustman, Scotty Strachan
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Publication number: 20230301203Abstract: Compositions of matter and methods of identifying and making compositions of matter are disclosed. Some embodiments disclose making and chemically and/or compositionally tuning superconducting hydride materials. Some embodiments disclose an apparatus for making and compositionally tuning superconducting materials. Some embodiments disclose a composition of matter including a solid hydride exhibiting superconductivity at a temperature of at least 150 kelvin at an ambient pressure below 180 gigapascals, or at a temperature of at least 261 kelvin. In one or more embodiments, the superconductor includes a covalent metal hydride having at least three different chemical elements wherein an inter-atomic distance between the hydrogen in the covalent metal hydride is in a range of 1.1-2 angstroms. In yet further examples, the superconductor is formed using molecular exchange and compression of a Van der Waals solid.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2021Publication date: September 21, 2023Applicants: University of Rochester, THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADAInventors: Liyanagamage R. Dias, Ashkan Salamat
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Patent number: 11760654Abstract: Described are methods for the recovery of uranium from uranium hexafluoride dissolved directly into ionic liquids.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2022Date of Patent: September 19, 2023Assignee: THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGASInventors: David W. Hatchett, Kenneth R. Czerwinski, Katherine Luebke, Cassara Higgins
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Publication number: 20230119317Abstract: An actuation system including a gear assembly, a plurality of friction members, an outsole for an article of footwear and an actuator. The gear assembly having a plurality of gears and each friction member being coupled to a respective gear of the gear assembly and having a series of textured outer surfaces. The outsole having an inner portion, an outer surface, and a plurality of openings extending from the inner portion to the outer surface, each opening being configured to receive one or more friction members such that at least one textured outer surface of each friction member is exposed on the outer surface of the outsole. The actuator is configured to rotate one or more gears of the gear assembly such that each friction member rotates relative to the outsole.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2021Publication date: April 20, 2023Applicant: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on Behalf of the University of Nevada, ReInventors: Arpith Siddaiah, Pradeep L. Menezes
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Patent number: 11586089Abstract: The present disclosure is directed toward an electrodeposition-based dynamic glass element comprising an electrolyte that includes an aqueous solvent and an additive, wherein the electrolyte is stable over a temperature range that is greater than the stable temperature range of the aqueous solvent alone. In some embodiments, the freezing point of the electrolyte is lowered by its inclusion of the additive. Additives suitable for use in accordance with the present disclosure include alcohols, metal salts, sugars, cryoprotectants, and the like. In some cases, the freezing point of the aqueous-solvent-based electrolyte is lowered from 0° C. to ?40° C. by virtue of the inclusion of the additive. In some cases, the maximum stable temperature of the electrolyte is increased from 100° C. to 110° C. by virtue of the inclusion of the additive.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2018Date of Patent: February 21, 2023Assignees: The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University, Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the University of Nevada, RenoInventors: Christopher J. Barile, Michael David McGehee, Daniel J. Slotcavage
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Patent number: 11427480Abstract: Described are methods for the recovery of uranium from uranium hexafluoride dissolved directly into ionic liquids.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2019Date of Patent: August 30, 2022Assignee: THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADAInventors: David W. Hatchett, Kenneth R. Czerwinski, Katherine Luebke, Cassara Higgins
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Patent number: 11398139Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for gaming using historical performance data. A listing of entities is provided to a user. A selection of entities is received from the user. Historical performance data for each of the selected entities during a given performance period is compared to a performance benchmark. A payout is provided based on the number of selected entities that met the performance benchmark during their respective performance period.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2020Date of Patent: July 26, 2022Assignee: The Board of Regents of the Nevada Systems of Higher Education on Behalf of the University of Nevada, Las VegasInventor: John Lukasik
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Patent number: 11312851Abstract: Disclosed are polyimide blends and methods of making and using same. The disclosed polyimide blends are prepared by first blending an ionic polymer and a poly(amic acid) to form a poly(amic acid) precursor, followed by cyclization. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2017Date of Patent: April 26, 2022Assignee: THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGASInventors: Kwang Jin Kim, Dong-Chan Lee, Jungsoo Nam, Tae Seon Hwang
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Patent number: 11267060Abstract: A device for machining a work piece creates an electrical potential between an electrode and the work piece or another conducting body proximate to the work piece. The electrical potential establishes an electrical field within the work piece that is expected to repel electrons and create a region of positively charged ions which repel one another. This region is expected to be weakened and material is expected to be removable from this region of the work piece using less force and energy than when machined by traditional machining techniques.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2017Date of Patent: March 8, 2022Assignee: The Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education on Behalf of the University of Nevada, Las VegasInventor: Zhiyong Wang
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Patent number: 11260642Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of methods that utilize dry adhesion tuning of a composite structure to adhere substrates. In some embodiments, the disclosed methods utilize dry adhesion between a composite structure and a substrate and further dynamically control the resulting dry adhesion strength through a heating step, which facilitates rigidity tuning of a core component of the composite structure and/or facilitates thermal control of the interface between the substrate and the composite structure. Also disclosed herein are array devices and other products comprising the disclosed composite structures.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2018Date of Patent: March 1, 2022Assignees: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the University of Nevada, Reno, The Trustees of the University of PennsylvaniaInventors: Wanliang Shan, Kevin Turner
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Patent number: 11248014Abstract: Provided herein are diaryl and arylalkyl phosphonates, useful as intermediates in, for example, the synthesis of leukocyte elastase inhibitors, potassium channel modulators, chemiluminescence materials, and flame retardants, and methods for making same. Also provided are N-heterocyclic phosphorodiamidic acids (NHPAs) useful in reactions such as, for example, in the preparation of diaryl and arylalkyl phosphonates. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2018Date of Patent: February 15, 2022Assignee: THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGASInventors: Jun Yong Kang, Hai Huang
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Patent number: 11174278Abstract: Provided herein are functionalized phosphonates and methods for making same via phosphite addition to an atom alpha to an electron withdrawing group. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2019Date of Patent: November 16, 2021Assignee: THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGASInventors: Jun Yong Kang, Hai Huang, Nagaraju Molleti
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Patent number: 11108542Abstract: One aspect of the invention provides an automotive electronic control unit (ECU) including: an application processor; and one or more co-processors communicatively coupled to the application processor. The one or more co-processors are configured to: receive data from the application processor; encrypt the data received from the application processor; process the encrypted data to detect faults and generate secure data that is encrypted and free from faults; and communicate the secure data to the application processor.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2018Date of Patent: August 31, 2021Assignee: Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education, on behalf of the University of Nevada, RenoInventors: Arslan Munir, Bikash Poudel
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Patent number: 11053512Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of altering tissue succulence in plants. In some examples, a disclosed method includes overexpressing a modified helix-loop-helix transcription factor CEB1 in a plant cell, thereby altering plant succulence. The disclosed methods can be used to improve the drought and salinity tolerance of plants, such as in plants in arid or saline environments, and also enhance the ability of plants to perform. Also disclosed are CEB1 nucleic acids and transgenic plants containing such nucleic acids.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2018Date of Patent: July 6, 2021Assignee: BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION, ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENOInventors: John C. Cushman, Sung Don Lim
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Patent number: 11046959Abstract: Disclosed herein, are compositions and methods for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus infection. The compositions comprise engineered transcription activator like effector nucleases (TALENs) comprising a TALE DNA binding domain flanked by two spacer sequences, and a Fokl nuclease catalytic domain. Also, described herein, are methods of using TALENs to cleave nucleic acids; and methods of administering the TALENs to subjects at risk for or having an HIV infection.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2016Date of Patent: June 29, 2021Assignee: The Board Of Regents Of The Nevada System Of Higher Education On Behalf Of The University Of Nevada, Las VegasInventors: Martin R. Schiller, Christy L. Strong
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Patent number: RE49949Abstract: A method of treating a patient to reduce risk of developing Clostridium difficile-associated disease or reducing existing Clostridium difficile-associated disease in a mammalian subject involves administering to a mammalian subject an effective amount of a germination-inhibiting compound derived from taurocholate. Novel compounds of this class are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2020Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION ON BEHALF OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGASInventors: Ernesto Abel-Santos, Amber Howerton