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The UCF liquid metal coating promotes the uniform deposition of lithium ions in a battery cell and prevents dendritic growth. It thus provides a stable solid electrolyte interface for separating the lithium metal anode from the electrolyte.

Low-Cost Lithium Battery Cell Uses a Unique Semi-Liquid Metal Buffer to Prevent Dendrite Growth

34036 – Battery cell’s novel coating stabilizes lithium metal surfaces, enabling the development of next-generation energy storage technologies such as lithium-air and lithium-sulfur batteries. Researchers at the University of Central Florida have developed an inexpensive battery cell that overcomes the safety hazards, performance problems and capacity loss associated with using lithium metal as... Read More

CMAS infiltration and reaction in a 7YSZ thermal barrier coating

Non-Destructive Optical Test to Detect Damage in Turbine Blades

33851 – A novel non-destructive characterization test to inspect for particulate infiltration and damage to turbine thermal or environmental barrier coatings Researchers at UCF and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have invented a new, non-destructive optical test to identify whether thermal or environmental barrier coatings on components have been infiltrated with particulates, such as dust, sand... Read More

The new hexagonal OsB2 can be used to create ceramic coatings for machine parts.

Mechanochemically Synthesized Hexagonal Osmium Diboride (OsB2) Ideal for Industrial Applications

32894 – Hexagonal OsB: New low-cost, ultra-hard ceramic material increases the stability and reliability of cutting tools and machinery parts UCF researchers have created hexagonal osmium diboride (OsB), a new, ultra-hard ceramic compound that, until now, had only existed in the form of a mathematical calculation. With its superior mechanical and functional properties, hexagonal OsB is ideal for... Read More

Figure 1. Examples of possible applications for the invention.

Silver-based Antimicrobial Solution Protects Surfaces Without Staining

32580 – New silver-based, non-toxic material kills microbes without discoloring surfaces such as wood, plastic, metal and clothing UCF researchers have developed a silver-based nanocomposite material that provides the antimicrobial benefits of silver without discoloring or staining surfaces. The clear, colorless non-toxic material enables manufacturers to produce coatings and disinfectants that... Read More

New boride materials creates harder, more wear-resistant tools and coatings

New Boride Materials With Ultra-High Hardness, High Oxidation Resistance and Catalytic Activity

33368 – While several diborides find applied uses, such as abrasion and oxidation resistant coatings, an ongoing search continues for new phases and compositions that could possess interesting and useful properties. Researchers at the University of Central Florida have created new boride materials via mechanochemical synthesis. These materials have ultra-high hardness, high oxidation resistance,... Read More

A schematic showing the mechanisms by which a NC coating can prevent osteolysis by scavenging free radicals, suppressing immune reaction locally and inhibiting corrosion, in accordance with an embodiment.

New Coating for Prosthetic Implants Helps to Reduce Inflammation and Bone Loss

33321 – UCF researchers have invented a cerium oxide based coating with anti-inflammatory/anti-oxidant properties that may delay or prevent osteolysis by reducing inflammation and the presence of free radicals while restoring the environment’s electrochemical balance. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons has projected the number of annual primary total hip joint replacement surgeries to... Read More

SEM images of superhydrophobic coatings on glass substrates. a) and b) coatings without ceria nanoparticles. c) and d) coatings with ceria nanoparticles

Water-Based Coating Provides Superior Water and Dust Resistance

33012 – Water and dust buildup on a variety of surfaces, such as decks, pillars, ceiling fans, refrigerator cooling coils, and blinds, can cause many problems including reduced performance and life, as well as increased maintenance cost. Dust resistant and moisture resistant coated mechanical components can reduce energy consumption via aerodynamic drag reduction during operation—in particular,... Read More

Weight gain per unit area, versus time plots for isothermal oxidation of AlSI 304 SS at 1243 Kin dry air for 24 hours

Nanoparticle Coating that Increases the Oxidation Resistance of Stainless Steel at Extremely High Temperatures

31273 – The invention provides a method for increasing the oxidative resistance of stainless steel under high temperature conditions by coating with lanthanide doped nanocrystalline ceria particles The invention provides the means to create composite nanoparticles that can be applied as coatings onto metals and alloys that already incorporate oxide films. These coatings will enable the materials... Read More

The components of a system according to one exemplary embodiment of the invention for the convert of energy of the photons provided by a laser beam from a laser source is absorbed by a metal nanoparticle supported on a polymeric bead and converted into heat

Nanoparticle Coated Substrates for Increasing Rates of Chemical Reactions with Laser Irradiation

30893 – Methods, apparatus and systems for coating nanoparticles to a polymer support and irradiating the coated support with a laser to transfer heat/energy to materials in chemical mixtures thereby serving as that reactions catalyst. Chemical synthesis is one of the largest, most profitable businesses in the world. The creation of fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, polymers and plastics are all... Read More

Schematic diagrams showing the Zr02 45 nanocrystallites forming loose-aggregates

Inexpensive Room Temperature Synthesis of High Quality Zirconia Powders for Materials Applications

30025 – The invention is the first method which utilizes sol-gel processing techniques and a hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) polymer to generate nano and submicron sized zirconia powders which contain 100% tetragonal phase zirconium at room temperature. Zirconium is a well-known structural ceramic, which exhibits a resistance to wear, abrasion, impact fracturing, corrosion, an ability to withstand... Read More

Fluorescence spectra of pure P3HT-b-PS and P3HT-b-PS/SWCNTs (2:1) dispersion in chloroform, according to an embodiment of the invention

Composite Materials and Coatings Created by an Efficient Dispersion of Carbon Nanotubes in Copolymer Solutions

31164 – A method in which CNTs are held in dispersion via the utilization of brief mechanical force and copolymers, and the superhydrophobic coatings created from such dispersions. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are projected to dramatically change how we look at electronics, architecture and optics in the future. Their unique properties such an unmatched tensile strength, distinctive electrical... Read More

Algae, bacteria, and fungi can be resisted with this new technology.

Algae, Fungi, and Bacteria Growth Inhibitor

30092 – UCF researchers have created a self-cleaning mixture that uses photoactive agents with varying oxides to safely inhibit the growth of algae, fungi, mold, and bacteria. Unlike currently available solutions, where most surfacing agents are either toxic to both the environment and to humans or require frequent replacement with additional costs, this solution is non-toxic and comes with a low,... Read More

Selectively Apply Near-Unity Absorptive Gold-Black to the Pixels of Thermal Infrared (IR) Imaging Array Detectors for use in Night Vision

33033 – In thermal IR sensors (bolometers), absorptive coatings convert IR power into heat. Absorptive coating gold-black has been used for many decades for IR bolometers, particularly for array detectors used in night vision for defense and security. Gold-black is a nanocrystalline deposit formed when an inert gas causes gold atoms to collide and bind with each other to form a web-like structure.... Read More