Patents by Inventor Richard B Kaner

Richard B Kaner has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11961667
    Abstract: Provided herein are devices comprising one or more cells, and methods for fabrication thereof. The devices may be electrochemical devices. The devices may include three-dimensional supercapacitors. The devices may be microdevices such as, for example, microsupercapacitors. In some embodiments, the devices are three-dimensional hybrid microsupercapacitors. The devices may be configured for high voltage applications. In some embodiments, the devices are high voltage microsupercapacitors. In certain embodiments, the devices are high voltage asymmetric microsupercapacitors. In some embodiments, the devices are integrated microsupercapacitors for high voltage applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2024
    Assignees: The Regents of the University of California, Nanotech Energy, Inc.
    Inventors: Maher F. El-Kady, Richard B. Kaner, Jack Kavanaugh
  • Patent number: 11920223
    Abstract: Disclosed herein, in certain embodiments, are composite materials, methods, tools and abrasive materials comprising a tungsten-based metal composition, a tungsten carbide, and an alloy. In some cases, the composite materials or matrix are resistant to oxidation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2024
    Assignees: The Regents of the University of California, SuperMetalix, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard B. Kaner, Christopher L. Turner, Madapusi K. Keshavan, Jack Kavanaugh
  • Patent number: 11915870
    Abstract: Capacitors having electrodes made of interconnected corrugated carbon-based networks (ICCNs) are disclosed. The ICCN electrodes have properties that include high surface area and high electrical conductivity. Moreover, the electrodes are fabricated into an interdigital planar geometry with dimensions that range down to a sub-micron scale. As such, micro-supercapacitors employing ICCN electrodes are fabricated on flexible substrates for realizing flexible electronics and on-chip applications that can be integrated with micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology and complementary metal oxide semiconductor technology in a single chip. In addition, capacitors fabricated of ICCN electrodes that sandwich an ion porous separator realize relatively thin and flexible supercapacitors that provide compact and lightweight yet high density energy storage for scalable applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Maher F. El-Kady, Veronica A. Strong, Richard B. Kaner
  • Patent number: 11873544
    Abstract: A composition includes tungsten (W); at least one element selected form the group of elements consisting of boron (B), beryllium (Be) and silicon (Si); and at least one element selected from the group of elements consisting of titanium (Ti), vanadium (V), chromium (Cr), manganese (Mn), iron (Fe), cobalt (Co), nickel (Ni), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), zirconium (Zr), niobium (Nb), molybdenum (Mo), ruthenium (Ru), hafnium (Hf), tantalum (Ta), rhenium (Re), osmium (Os), iridium (Ir), lithium (Li) and aluminum (Al). The composition satisfies the formula W1-xMxXy wherein X is one of B, Be and Si; M is at least one of Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Zr, Nb, Mo, Ru, Hf, Ta, Re, Os, Ir, Li and Al; x is at least 0.001 and less than 0.999; and y is at least 4.0. A tool is made from or coated with this composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2024
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Richard B. Kaner, Sarah H. Tolbert, Reza Mohammadi, Andrew T. Lech, Miao Xie
  • Publication number: 20230413500
    Abstract: Described are EMI shields comprising a substrate, a metal-based conductive additive, and a binder incorporated with the conductive additive and deposited on the substrate, and methods of making thereof. In some embodiments, a carbon-based additive is included to enhance the mechanical properties and/or conductivity of the EMI shield.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2023
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Inventors: Maher F. EL-KADY, Jack KAVANAUGH, Richard B. KANER, Scott LAINE
  • Publication number: 20230382747
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are compounds, methods, and tools which comprise tungsten borides and mixed transition metal borides.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2023
    Publication date: November 30, 2023
    Applicant: The Regents of the University o f California
    Inventors: Christopher L. Turner, Richard B. Kaner, Georgiy Akopov, Michael T. Yeung
  • Publication number: 20230373064
    Abstract: Disclosed herein, in certain embodiments, are composite materials, methods, tools and abrasive materials comprising a tungsten-based metal composition and an alloy. In some cases, the composite materials or material are resistant to oxidation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2023
    Publication date: November 23, 2023
    Applicants: The Regents of the University of California, SuperMetalix, Inc.
    Inventors: Jack Kavanaugh, Richard B. Kaner, Chris Turner, Georgiy Akopov
  • Patent number: 11810716
    Abstract: A porous interconnected corrugated carbon-based network (ICCN) composite and methods for making the same are disclosed. The porous ICCN composite is made up of a plurality of carbon layers that are interconnected and expanded apart from one another to form a plurality of pores. Metallic nanoparticles are disposed within the plurality of pores. In one embodiment, a light exposure only based method for producing the porous ICCN composite is disclosed. In another embodiment a light exposure plus an electrodeposition method for producing the porous ICCN composite is disclosed. In yet another exemplary embodiment, a capacitor having a first electrode and a second electrode separated from the first electrode by a dielectric wherein at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode is formed from the porous ICCN composite is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2023
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Maher F. El-Kady, Richard B. Kaner, Jee Youn Hwang
  • Patent number: 11807701
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions to use in biofouling-resistant coatings, biofouling-resistant coatings, methods of making biofouling-resistant coatings, biofouling-resistant devices, and methods of making biofouling-resistant devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2023
    Assignees: The Regents of the University of California, Silq Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Brian T. McVerry, Ethan Rao, Richard B. Kaner, Na He
  • Patent number: 11791453
    Abstract: Energy storage devices are disclosed. In some embodiments, the energy storage devices comprise a positive electrode comprising a carbon-based material comprising porous carbon sheet(s). Fabrication processes for manufacturing the energy storage devices are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2023
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Maher F. El-Kady, Richard B. Kaner, Matthew Kowal
  • Patent number: 11787698
    Abstract: Provided herein are graphene materials, fabrication processes, and devices with improved performance and a high throughput. In some embodiments, the present disclosure provides graphene oxide (GO) materials and methods for forming GO materials. Such methods for forming GO materials avoid the shortcomings of current forming methods, to facilitate facile, high-throughput production of GO materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2023
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Richard B. Kaner, Matthew Kowal, Dukwoo Jun
  • Patent number: 11752593
    Abstract: Disclosed herein, in certain embodiments, are composite materials, methods, tools and abrasive materials comprising a tungsten-based metal composition and an alloy. In some cases, the composite materials or material are resistant to oxidation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2023
    Assignees: The Regents of the University of California, Supermetalix, Inc.
    Inventors: Jack Kavanaugh, Richard B. Kaner, Chris Turner, Georgiy Akopov
  • Publication number: 20230282882
    Abstract: Provided herein are energy storage devices high energy and power densities, cycle life, and safety. In some embodiments, the energy storage device comprise a non-flammable electrolyte that eliminate and/or reduce fire hazards for improved battery safety, with improved electrode compatibility with electrode materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2022
    Publication date: September 7, 2023
    Inventors: Maher F. EL-KADY, Brian T. MCVERRY, Ethan RAO, Richard B. KANER
  • Publication number: 20230282908
    Abstract: Disclosed is a hybrid electrochemical cell with a first conductor having at least one portion that is both a first capacitor electrode and a first battery electrode. The hybrid electrochemical cell further includes a second conductor having at least one portion that is a second capacitor electrode and at least one other portion that is a second battery electrode. An electrolyte is in contact with both the first conductor and the second conductor. In some embodiments, the hybrid electrochemical cell further includes a separator between the first conductor and the second conductor to prevent physical contact between the first conductor and the second conductor, while facilitating ion transport between the first conductor and the second conductor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2022
    Publication date: September 7, 2023
    Inventors: Maher F. El-Kady, Richard B. Kaner
  • Publication number: 20230249975
    Abstract: Provided herein compositions of activated graphene oxide (AGO) and activated reduced graphene oxide (ARGO) and methods of producing thereof. The AGO and ARGO provided herein exhibit high surface areas and conductivities, and the methods herein enable facile production at large scales.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2021
    Publication date: August 10, 2023
    Inventors: Maher F. EL-KADY, Zhiwei PENG, Reta Betar FARAH, Richard B. KANER
  • Publication number: 20230255011
    Abstract: Described are electromagnetic shields comprising a substrate, a conductive additive, and a binder incorporated with the conductive additive and deposited on the substrate, and methods of making thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2022
    Publication date: August 10, 2023
    Inventors: Richard B. KANER, Maher F. EL-KADY, Jack KAVANAUGH, Scott LAINE
  • Publication number: 20230233743
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions to use in biofouling-resistant coatings, biofouling-resistant coatings, methods of making biofouling-resistant coatings, biofouling-resistant devices, and methods of making biofouling-resistant devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2022
    Publication date: July 27, 2023
    Inventors: Richard B. Kaner, Dayong Chen, Brian T. McVerry, Ethan Rao, Alexandra L. Polasko
  • Publication number: 20230194492
    Abstract: An interconnected corrugated carbon-based network comprising a plurality of expanded and interconnected carbon layers is disclosed. In one embodiment, each of the expanded and interconnected carbon layers is made up of at least one corrugated carbon sheet that is one atom thick. In another embodiment, each of the expanded and interconnected carbon layers is made up of a plurality of corrugated carbon sheets that are each one atom thick. The interconnected corrugated carbon-based network is characterized by a high surface area with highly tunable electrical conductivity and electrochemical properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2022
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Inventors: Veronica Strong, Maher F. El-Kady, Richard B. Kaner
  • Patent number: 11667535
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are compounds, methods, and tools which comprise tungsten borides and mixed transition metal borides.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignee: THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
    Inventors: Christopher L. Turner, Richard B. Kaner, Georgiy Akopov, Michael T. Yeung
  • Publication number: 20230123864
    Abstract: Disclosed herein, in certain embodiments, are composite materials, methods, tools and abrasive materials comprising a tungsten-based metal composition, a tungsten carbide, and an alloy. In some cases, the composite materials or matrix are resistant to oxidation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2022
    Publication date: April 20, 2023
    Applicant: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Richard B. Kaner, Christopher L. Turner, Madapusi K. Keshavan, Jack Kavanaugh