Patents Assigned to State University
  • System, device, and method for mode-based energy storage management
    Patent number: 12039618
    Abstract: A method, system, and device for controlling an energy storage device are provided. The method includes determining an operating schedule for the energy storage device based on at least an initial cost. The initial cost is a function of at least a load profile and a power production profile of at least one renewable energy source associated with the energy storage device. The operating schedule is for a predetermined period. The method further includes determining an updated cost based on at least the operating schedule, identifying an operating mode from a plurality of operating modes for a predetermined operating period based on the updated cost and the operating schedule; and operating using the operating mode for the predetermined operating period.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignees: TOTAL SOLAR INTERNATIONAL, NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Gonzague Henri, Ning Lu
  • Unmanned aerial vehicle for low-pressure hydrogen transport
    Patent number: 12037113
    Abstract: An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for gas transport is disclosed. The UAV includes a fuselage enclosing a volume, and a gas reservoir enclosed within the fuselage, filling at least a majority of the volume. The gas reservoir is configured to receive and store a gas at a pressure no greater than 100 bar. The UAV also includes a propulsion system having at least one engine, each of the at least one engine coupled to a prop that is driven by the at least one engine using energy derived from the gas stored in the gas reservoir. The UAV also includes a control system communicatively coupled to the propulsion system and configured to operate the unmanned aerial vehicle to autonomously transport the gas. The UAV may have a footprint while on the ground, and the footprint of the UAV may be no larger than three standard parking spaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2023
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents on Behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventor: Ivan Ermanoski
  • Coatings for electronic devices, solar cells, composite materials, and methods
    Patent number: 12040140
    Abstract: Methods of passivating surfaces, composite materials, and electronic devices including the composite materials. The composite materials can include a passivated film, such as a metal halide perovskite passivated with an organic dye. The electronic devices may include solar cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: The Florida State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Biwu Ma, Qingquan He
  • Polymer recycling
    Patent number: 12037466
    Abstract: Compositions and methods of making a culture medium from a polymeric material are described herein. The method can include (a) depolymerizing and/or dispersing the polymeric material to obtain a depolymerized and/or dispersed residue, and (b) combining the depolymerized and/or dispersed residue with one or more adjuvants to form a culture medium. In some embodiments, the polymeric material can be a plastic article, such as a waste carpet material. Culture media prepared from the compositions and methods are also described. The culture media are suitable for culturing microorganisms including bacterium, algae, and fungus. The microorganisms can be used to produce a bioproduct such as a biopolymer, an enzyme, or a cellular metabolite.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Georgia State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Bryan Stubblefield, Eric Gilbert
  • Blue and narrow band green and red emitting metal complexes
    Patent number: 12037348
    Abstract: The present invention includes tetradentate platinum (II) complexes for narrow band green and red phosphorescent emitters. The present invention also includes blue emitting metal complexes with six-membered chelate rings based on fused carbazole. The present invention also includes organic light emitting diodes (OLEDS) including these complexes, and devices including these OLEDS.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Jian Li, Zhi-Qiang Zhu
  • Electromagnetic configurations and assembly methods for a Halbach rotor magnetic gear
    Patent number: 12040677
    Abstract: The disclosure presents configurations and analyses of magnetic gears, which may be used in the second stage of a multistage magnetically geared generator for a marine hydrokinetic generator application and/or other applications as described. In order to reduce field harmonics and maximize the torque density, a Halbach rotor topology is utilized. One feature of the disclosed configuration is a unique magnet arrangement that enables inner and outer Halbach rotor magnets to be more easily assembled, even with dimensional tolerance inaccuracies. The disclosed Halbach magnet rotor topology makes use of the internal magnet forces to retain the magnets in position, and the disclosed configuration also helps with the assembly process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Portland State University
    Inventor: Jonathan Bird
  • ANALOG-TO-DIGITAL CONVERTER (ADC) ARCHITECTURES FOR HIGH RESOLUTION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY
    Publication number: 20240235572
    Abstract: A low-pass and band-pass delta-sigma (??) analog-to-digital converter (ADC) device for sensor interface is disclosed. The device includes a first stage comprising a low-resolution passive integrator-based noise-shaping successive approximation register (SAR) ADC and a second stage comprising a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO)-ADC.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2023
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: ARIZONA BOARD OF REGENTS ON BEHALF OF ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
    Inventor: Arindam SANYAL
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LEARNING SPARSE FEATURES FOR SELF-SUPERVISED LEARNING WITH CONTRASTIVE DUAL GATING
    Publication number: 20240232718
    Abstract: A method of training a machine learning algorithm comprises providing a set of input data, performing transforms on the input data to generate augmented data, to provide transformed base paths into machine learning algorithm encoders, segmenting the augmented data, calculating main base path outputs by applying a weighting to the segmented augmented data, calculating pruning masks from the input and augmented data to apply to the base paths of the machine learning algorithm encoders, the pruning masks having a binary value for each segment in the segmented augmented data, calculating sparse conditional path outputs by performing a computation on the segments of the segmented augmented data, and calculating a final output as a sum of the main base path outputs and the sparse conditional path outputs. A computer-implemented system for learning sparse features of a dataset is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2023
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Jae-sun Seo, Jian Meng, Li Yang, Deliang Fan
  • APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR DETECTING MATERIALS BASED ON RAMAN SPECTROSCOPY
    Publication number: 20240230407
    Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and methods for Raman spectroscopy are described. In certain implementations, a spectrometer is provided. The spectrometer may include a plurality of optical elements, comprising an entrance aperture, a collimating element, a volume phase holographic grating, a focusing element, and a detector array. The plurality of optical elements are configured to transfer the light beam from the entrance aperture to the detector array with a high transfer efficiency over a preselected spectral band.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2023
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: Wayne State University
    Inventors: Gregory William Auner, Michelle Ann Brusatori, Changhe Huang
  • ATTENUATED INFLUENZA VIRUSES AND VACCINES
    Publication number: 20240228978
    Abstract: This invention provides highly attenuated influenza viruses and vaccines. The attenuated viruses and vaccines proliferate well and have high safety factors. The attenuated viruses providing protective immunity from challenge by virus of the same subtype, as well as cross protection against heterologous viruses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2024
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: The Research Foundation for the State of University New York
    Inventors: Steffen Mueller, Eckard Wimmer, Bruce Futcher, Steve Skiena, Chen Yang
  • MICRORNA COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF FOR THE TREATMENT OF NERVOUS SYSTEM DYSFUNCTION
    Publication number: 20240229031
    Abstract: MicroRNAs, or mimics thereof, for treating a subject suffering from nervous system dysfunction are described. Pharmaceutical compositions, viral vectors or viral particles, and nanoparticles comprising these microRNAs, or mimics thereof, are described. Methods of using these microRNAs, or mimics thereof, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the microRNAs, viral vectors, or nanoparticles are also described herein. These compositions and methods of use will provide novel therapies for patients suffering nervous system dysfunction, including but not limited to alpha-synucleinopathies and SCI.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2023
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
    Inventors: M. Maral Mouradian, Eunsung Junn
  • Highly Attenuated Replication-Competent Recombinant Poxvirus As A Vaccine Platform And Methods Of Use
    Publication number: 20240226273
    Abstract: Recombinant poxvirus expressing severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 structural proteins and virus-like particles are described, along with methods of making and using the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2022
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Bertram Jacobs, Karen Kibler
  • Smart Automated Spin Coater
    Publication number: 20240226950
    Abstract: Spin coating systems and methods. In one aspect, a spin coater assembly is provided. The spin coater assembly includes a spinner configured for receiving a substrate thereon, a plurality of material dispensers, an arm assembly configured to selectively position one of the plurality of material dispensers over the substrate, and a controller in communication with each of the spinner, the plurality of material dispensers, and the arm assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2023
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicants: North Carolina State University, North Carolina State University
    Inventors: Aram AMASSIAN, Nathaniel R. WOODWARD, Boyu GUO
  • APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SUPER-RESOLUTION BRILLOUIN MICROSCOPY
    Publication number: 20240230532
    Abstract: An apparatus for super-resolution Brillouin microscopy includes a probe laser that emits a first laser beam and a first objective lens that focuses the first laser beam onto a sample. The apparatus further includes a pump laser that emits a second laser beam and a second quarter-wave plate that receives the second laser beam. The apparatus further includes a depletion laser that emits a third laser beam that passes through a phase plate to modify its wavefront phase such that the third laser beam has a donut shape, and a second objective lens that focuses the second laser beam and the third laser beam onto the sample. Characteristically, the beam spot from the depletion laser is overlaid with the Gaussian-shape beam spots of the first laser beam and the second laser beam at the same focal plane. A detector is configured to detect a stimulated Brillouin gain signal and a stimulated Brillouin loss signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2024
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Applicant: WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY
    Inventor: Jitao ZHANG
  • UV-C wavelength side-emitting optical fibers
    Patent number: 12029826
    Abstract: A coated optical fiber includes an optical fiber having a core and an outer surface, and a homogeneous polymer coating in contact with the outer surface of the optical fiber. The optical fiber and the homogeneous polymer coating are UV transparent, and a refractive index of the outer surface of the optical fiber or the homogeneous polymer coating is up to 15% less than a refractive index of the core. Coating the optical fiber includes coating an outer surface with a polymerizable material and polymerizing the polymerizerable material to yield the coated optical fiber having a homogeneous polymer coating. The optical fiber and the homogeneous polymer coating are UV transparent, and a refractive index of the outer surface of the optical fiber or the homogeneous polymer coating is up to 15% less than a refractive index of a core of the optical fiber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2024
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Paul K. Westerhoff, Zhe Zhao, Nora Shapiro
  • Mismatch detection using periodic structures
    Patent number: 12034493
    Abstract: Mismatch detection using periodic structures is provided. Embodiments described herein can measure and detect mismatch between two loads in a radio frequency (RF) system without the need for external calibration by referencing their measurements into a small set of parameters that are intrinsic to the RF system design. This approach can be used to compare impedances of two loads and measure their impedances relative to each other without requiring any external calibration (e.g., the approach does not assume any prior known physical quantities in the system, such as a reference impedance). This approach can be used to compare the two loads to each other, as well as to quantify the amount of mismatch between these loads by calculating reflection coefficient between the loads. Loads can be passive devices, such as antennas, or they can be active devices, such as amplifiers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2024
    Assignees: Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of Arizona State University, Texas Instruments Incorporated
    Inventors: Muslum Emir Avci, Chethan Kumar Y. B., Sule Ozev
  • Serine proteinase inhibitors: Serp-1 and Serp-1 RCL-derived peptides effect on microbiome composition and uses thereof
    Patent number: 12029777
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is are methods of preventing, reducing or inhibiting a viral or immune disorder, comprising administering to a subject at risk or that has acquired a viral or immune disorder an effective amount of a composition comprising a polypeptide derived from a reactive center loop of a serine protease inhibitor or a biologically active variant thereof, wherein the subject has not been administered antibiotics within at least one day of administering the composition. Also disclosed are compositions and kits for preventing, reducing or inhibiting a viral or immune disorder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2024
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents on Behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Alexandra Lucas, Jordan Yaron, Efrem Lim
  • System and method for identifying fractures in digitized x-rays
    Patent number: 12033324
    Abstract: A method for identifying one or more fractures in a digitized x-ray image includes: obtaining a digitized x-ray image; performing preprocessing on the digitized x-ray image to generate a modified x-ray image having enhanced resolution; partitioning the modified x-ray image into a two-dimensional array including multiple pixels; obtaining an intensity of each of the pixels in the modified x-ray image; evaluating each of the pixels in the modified x-ray image to determine whether at least a given one of the pixels has an intensity indicative of a black pixel; for each given pixel having an intensity indicative of a black pixel, flagging the given pixel when pixels immediately adjacent to the given pixel have an intensity greater than a prescribed threshold value; and placing a visual indication of a possible fracture on the modified x-ray image corresponding to a location of each flagged pixel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2024
    Assignee: The Research Foundation for The State University of New York
    Inventors: Fazel A. Khan, Imin Kao, Carlos Gabriel Helguero
  • Methods of tracing and/or sourcing plant material
    Patent number: 12030825
    Abstract: Disclosed are methods of producing nutrient solutions having unique isotopic fingerprints; methods of producing traceable plants; and methods of identifying the source of a traceable plant that does not rely on expensive artificially separated isotopes. Plants grown with these nutrient solutions will have unique isotopic fingerprints that will be difficult or impossible to counterfeit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2024
    Assignee: Arizona Board of Regents on Behalf of Arizona State University
    Inventors: Gwyneth Gordon, Joseph Skulan, Odysseas Ladopoulos
  • plant named ‘NC2017-92’
    Patent number: PP36009
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Cercis plant, referred to by its cultivar name, ‘NC2017-92’, is disclosed. The new variety is characterized by its light, purple-colored flowers. The new variety is also characterized by its small and gold-colored foliage. A moderately slow growing, highly branched and compact growth habit is displayed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2023
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: North Carolina State University
    Inventors: Dennis James Werner, Leanne M. Kenealy Atkins