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UCF researcher Fernando Uribe-Romo, Ph.D., in the lab with a photoreactor containing the new MOF.

‘Artificial Photosynthesis’ for Clean Air and Energy Production using Titanium-Based Metal Organic Framework (MOF) and Visible Blue Light

33636 – Low-cost invention can help power plants reduce carbon dioxide emissions while producing solar fuel UCF researchers have developed a simple, low-cost way to fight global warming and produce new, storable energy. The breakthrough technology provides a titanium-based metal organic framework (MOF) that reacts with visible (blue) light to photocatalytically reduce carbon dioxide (CO) into two... Read More

(1) Shows an initial step of adding aqueous cerium nitrate to a non-polar solution with a surfactant to form reverse micelle for the synthesis of ceria nanoparticles. (2) Shows the formation of nano-sized micelles. (3) An enlarged drawing of one micelle showing aqueous precursor solution surrounded by coordinated surfactant molecules

Reduce Soot Emissions & Increase Combustion Engine Efficiency

30303 – A method of synthesis for generating oxygen storing nanoparticles, the methods for uniformly mixing said particles into both solid and liquid fuels, and the utility of said particles as a soot reducing additive Partial or incomplete combustion of hydrocarbon fuels, most often resulting from inadequate oxygen supplies within the fuel, results in atmospheric pollutants such as soot. Many... Read More

Plastic water bottles can be turned into useable liquid fuel

Produce Liquid Hydrocarbon Fuel from Plastic Waste

32450 – Produce high quality petroleum, gasoline, jet fuel, kerosene, and/or diesel from plastic waste for clean energy production. The increasing use of plastics in packaging, food and beverage containers, flooring, and insulation is causing mounting issues for municipal waste and recycling centers. Some of the common issues with the non-biodegradable plastics are long decomposition periods and... Read More

A scanning electron micrograph (50 f.tm scale) of 25 micrometer (f.lm) finely whiskered FeCrAlY fibers after 15 catalyst coating

Produce Whisker Formations on Metallic Fibers/Substrates and Strongly Adhering Catalysts for Filtration Applications

30280 – Method for whisker formation on metal fibers and metal surfaces for technical, medical and pharmaceutical applications. The demand for higher quality materials, reduced manufacturing costs and environmentally clean processes is forcing industry to move away from traditional methods of separation and purification, such as distillation and pasteurization, towards the use of filtration.... Read More

An illustration of the energy requirements for a three-step thermochemical water splitting cycle

Produce Hydrogen Fuel from Water Using Solar Energy

31252 – UCF researchers have discovered a method for producing hydrogen based on water splitting cycles and use of solar energy Solar energy is used to drive reactions catalyzed with metal sulfates for generating hydrogen by splitting water. Technologies that exist today for the photocatalytic splitting of water only use the photonic energy of the solar spectrum, but not the thermal energy... Read More

Example depiction of functionalized fly ash particle section comprising a bulk portion and functionalized surfaces on the bulk portion comprising reactive groups shown as a hydroxyl layer, and hydrophobic groups shown as organic functional groups covalently bound to the hydroxyl layer.

Oil Spill Remediation that is Eco-Friendly and Economical

32192 – Using fly ash as recyclable sorbent for oil spill clean-up Alarmed by the devastating impact of oil spills to the environment, University of Central Florida researchers have found an effective method employing a mixture of fly ash particles to scavenge oil from oil-water mixture solution. Oil spills caused by tankers and barges have the potential to dump hundreds of millions of gallons of... Read More

A schematic representation of the composition film applied to the surface of an oil stain occurring on a substrate

Safely Remove Tough Stains: For Commercial and Residential Use

30531 – Conceal stains instantly while using natural elements to dissolve them over time Many surface stains remain unavoidable through exposure, use, and environmental effects. In spite of this, staining can convey that buildings, roads, parking lots and other such surfaces are rundown and dirty, giving the impression of carelessness. Conventional remedies fall short of what’s now possible: an... Read More

Schematic flow diagram showing an example of a photoreactor with passive mixing

Ramp Up Solar Hydrogen Generation with Sustainable Catalyst Loop

31780 – New nanocomposite co-catalyst method can replace expensive platinum in sulfite solutions Clean energy technology, developed by UCF researchers, offers higher quantum efficiency from a lower-cost process for photocatalytic hydrogen generation. This new nanocomposite co-catalyst used for increasing hydrogen generation is specifically developed for practical applications, easily prepared at... Read More

shows a concept of the cryogenic LH2 production process of the present invention

Method For Zero Emission Liquid Hydrogen Production From Methane Sources and Landfill Gas

30307 – Invention gives manufacturers a clean method for producing liquid hydrogen without emitting carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. UCF researchers have invented an efficient way to produce liquid hydrogen (LH2) from natural gases and landfill gas (methane) while keeping carbon dioxide out of the earth’s atmosphere. As the earth’s supply of fossil fuels continues to shrink, and unhealthy... 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 which 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

Perspective view of the solar collector gutter with two collector modules.

Low-Cost Solar Collector Mounting System Blends with Buildings and Landscaping

31211 – Affordable mounting system enables homeowners and businesses to take advantage of solar power using existing rain gutters UCF researchers have invented a low-cost system that seamlessly blends form and function by enabling residential and commercial buildings to capture solar energy without having to mount unsightly solar panels on their rooftops. With the system, solar energy companies... Read More

A sample SterilEyes application for the donning/doffing of a hazmat suit.

Real-Time Crowd-Sourced Oversight of Protective Equipment Donning/Doffing

33444 – Crowd sourced review and certifying service enables healthcare workers to have their PPE donning/doffing techniques collectively observed and reviewed in real time UCF researchers have developed a system and methods that healthcare workers, firefighters and other first responders can use to ensure that they and colleagues worldwide properly don (put on) or doff (take off) personnel... Read More