Electrocatalyst for CO2 to CO conversion with 99% selectivity and ~10% improvement in energy efficiency over competing catalysts, with minimal use of precious metals and at ambient temperature/pressure APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: This invention is best suited for companies looking to efficiently convert large CO2 waste streams into useful feedstock CO-using … [Read more...] about Enhancing Carbon Dioxide Electrolysis Using Novel Nanoparticle Electrocatalysts with Pseudocapacitive Properties 2020-042
Energy Technologies
Extremum Seeking Control of Distributed Energy Resources with Next Generation Dither Technology 2019-007
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Power Distribution and Electricity Market Participation Electric Grid Sensors and System Control ADVANTAGES: Enables optimal control of active and reactive power injections from photovoltaic inverters in real time Obviates the need for the electric utility system model and global real-time consumption … [Read more...] about Extremum Seeking Control of Distributed Energy Resources with Next Generation Dither Technology 2019-007
Improvements in Metal-Supported Solid Oxide Cell Durability 2019-081
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Solid oxide fuel cells for vehicles Electrolysis cells Electrochemical reactors Hydrogen electrochemical compression cells BENEFITS: Compared to conventional solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs): Increased power density at lower temperatures Increased durability at a lower material cost High tolerance for thermal and redox … [Read more...] about Improvements in Metal-Supported Solid Oxide Cell Durability 2019-081
Flame Stabilizer for Natural Draft Lean Premixed Burners 2019-156
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Ultra-low emissions burners for residential and commercial gas appliances Carbon fuels (e.g., natural gas) Any technology requiring stability of natural draft lean premixed flames for heat Heat and power applications that require ultra-low emissions BENEFITS: This low-cost technology provides enhanced stability … [Read more...] about Flame Stabilizer for Natural Draft Lean Premixed Burners 2019-156
Layered/Rock Salt Intergrown Electrodes for Rechargeable Batteries 2018-142
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Development of high-performance Li-ion cathodes BENEFITS: Enables a nearly zero-strain operation upon high-capacity cycling BACKGROUND: Rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries of high energy and power density are in increasing demand, with the market expected to reach $5B by 2024. There is a need for the cathode material to … [Read more...] about Layered/Rock Salt Intergrown Electrodes for Rechargeable Batteries 2018-142