<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Latest technologies from Cal Poly University</title><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com</link><description>Be the first to know about the latest inventions and technologies available from Cal Poly University</description><language>en-US</language><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:21:50 GMT</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 13:38:08 GMT</lastBuildDate><docs>http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss</docs><webMaster>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</webMaster><copyright>Copyright 2026, Cal Poly University</copyright><item><title>Cubesat Antenna System</title><caseId>17-008</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/44331</link><description><![CDATA[Cubesat Antenna System

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CubeSat satellites by nature are small and require that all necessary systems a equally small and lightweight. CubeSats require a reliable antenna to transmit and receive telemetry to a ground station. The launch pod limits the size of the antenna, and anything that extends beyond the dimensions of a launch pod, such as a Poly Picosatellite Orbital Deployer (PPOD), requires that the antenna be stored. Engineers solve this issue by integrating a deployment mechanism to release the stored antenna. This incurs a large risk if the release mechanism doe...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 13:38:08 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/44331</guid></item><item><title>Configurable Transit Seating</title><caseId>17-004</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41251</link><description><![CDATA[Configurable Transit Seating and Methods 

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Human transit systems strive to meet the varying demands of the passengers they must accommodate. Passengers can be shorter, average, or taller in stature. Passengers can be wider, average, or narrower in girth. Passengers can desire to stand or sit or recline. Passengers may wish to travel with cargo, luggage etc. Transit systems operators often desire to make seating more compact to carry more passengers in the same volume of their transport vehicle. Unfortunately, the typical passenger seating systems and methods cannot effect...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:38:37 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41251</guid></item><item><title>Multiple Input Single Output DC-DC Converter with Equal Load Sharing on the Multiple Inputs</title><caseId>16-005</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41250</link><description><![CDATA[Multiple Input Single Output DC-DC Converter with Equal Load Sharing on the Multiple Inputs 

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In a typical DC to DC power converter with multiple DC power sources the DC power converter circuit switches from one DC power source to another DC power source among the multiple DC power sources. However, the energy drawn from each of the multiple DC power sources can vary greatly due to the load on the DC power converter circuit when the corresponding one of the multiple DC power sources is being utilized. There is still an unmet need for a DC to DC converter that can draw ene...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:33:27 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41250</guid></item><item><title>Self Consolidating Grout</title><caseId>16-004</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41248</link><description><![CDATA[Self-Consolidating Grout 

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In self-consolidating grout, the grout is more liquid and flows into the smallest of voids, thus eliminating the need for the grouting process. The pressure head from the column of grout helps to push the grout into voids. There are chemicals that can be added to traditional grout mixes to make self-consolidation, however, the chemicals are expensive and change the characteristics of the grout that make placement more difficult (requires an experienced and skilled mason to use). The additional expense and the level of expertise often negate the ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:26:53 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41248</guid></item><item><title>Porous Nanostructures and Methods of Fabrication</title><caseId>16-003</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41247</link><description><![CDATA[Porous Nanostructures and Methods of Fabrication 

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A porous structure may be a selective barrier comprised of inorganic and/or organic materials with varying dimensions and pore sizes. The global demand for some of the subject structures was estimated to be approximately USD$ 18.4 billion in 2014. Driven by the new developments and innovations in materials science and process technologies, the market and demand for new methods are expected to grow. 

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Researchers at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo have developed methods of fabricating porous structures ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:17:39 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41247</guid></item><item><title>Apparatus and Method for Assisting with Fluid Pressure Measurement</title><caseId>15-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41246</link><description><![CDATA[Apparatus and Method for Assisting with Fluid Pressure Measurement 

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In physics and fluid mechanics, a boundary layer is the layer of fluid in the immediate vicinity of a surface of interest, where the effects of viscosity may be significant. In high-performance aerospace and aeronautics designs significant resources are devoted to controlling the behaviour of the boundary layer to minimize drag. In order to control, or even understand, boundary layer behaviour, it is therefore desirable to measure and/or calculate fluid pressures, skin friction, and other properties of a...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:04:38 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41246</guid></item><item><title>Iterated Geometric Harmonics for Data Imputation and Reconstruction of Missing Data</title><caseId>14-003</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41245</link><description><![CDATA[Iterated Geometric Harmonics for Data Imputation and Reconstruction of Missing Data 

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The method of geometric harmonics was introduced in the thesis of S. Lafon as a method of extending empirical functions defined on a dataset 

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Researchers at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo have developed a method of geometric harmonics. Specifically, the method of geometric harmonics is adapted to the situation of incomplete data by means of the iterated geometric harmonics (IGH) scheme. The method is tested on natural and synthetic data sets with 50&ndash;500 data points an...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:58:34 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41245</guid></item><item><title>Systems, Method and Apparatus for Making and Using Flex Column Void Based Packing Materials</title><caseId>13-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41196</link><description><![CDATA[Systems, Method, and Apparatus for Making and Using Flex Column Void Based Packaging Materials 

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Void packing material has a fixed volume that also consumes large space such as during a bulk shipment of packing material to a user&#39;s shipping facility where it will be used. This large space requirement increases the cost of shipment and delivery to the user. Further, most void packing materials are made from virgin materials and are typically used once and disposed of. There is a need for a void packing material that is compact in volume during pre-use shipment and stor...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:41:04 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41196</guid></item><item><title>CubeSat System, Method and Apparatus</title><caseId>12-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41195</link><description><![CDATA[CubeSat System, Method and Apparatus 

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Satellites have traditionally been relatively large-scale, usually government funded very specialized and focused projects. In more recent history much of space exploration is being undertaken by small organizations such as schools and businesses, rather than as a government-funded project. However, there is still a need for smaller, less costly, more flexible satellite avionics designs that may be re-usable and easily adaptable across a wide range of satellite missions. 

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Researchers at Cal Poly, San Luis O...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:33:20 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41195</guid></item><item><title>Air-Cycle Environmental Control Systems and Methods  for Automotive Applications</title><caseId>11-003</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41194</link><description><![CDATA[Air-Cycle Environment Control Systems and Methods for Automotive Applications 

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Automotive air conditioning systems are in the process of undergoing some major changes due to environmental concerns. The new changes are to prevent global warming, in addition to ozone depletion. These changes tend to have negative impacts on air conditioning performance due to a shift in refrigerant selection criteria. Looking into the future, additional changes to automotive air conditioning systems are likely, and use of a refrigerant that is naturally available and does not need to be re...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:23:44 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41194</guid></item><item><title>Food Product Having High Milk Protein Content and Process of Making Same</title><caseId>14-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41189</link><description><![CDATA[Food Product Having High Milk Protein Content and Process of Making Same 

Need:&nbsp; 

High protein food products are useful in a variety of settings. One example is with products consumed by athletes building muscle mass, or where a person suffers from lean body mass loss due to illness or excessive physical activity. In one example a food product is useful for soldiers who need a transportable stable protein source while in the field. Consuming protein can enhance muscle mass and strength. 

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Researchers at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo have developed a food product ha...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:47:24 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41189</guid></item><item><title>Designed Defects in Laminate Composites</title><caseId>13-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41187</link><description><![CDATA[Designed Defects in Laminate Composites

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As defects are a common problem occurring in laminated composite materials, it is important to determine whether a defect exists in laminated parts or structures. A conventional method of creating a delamination defect involves the insertion of a thin plastic membrane in the composite sample to simulate the actual defect. Often times the conventional method does not suffice because of the difference in mechanical and thermal properties between a real delamination and a plastic membrane or insert. 

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Researchers at ...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:30:17 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41187</guid></item><item><title>Improved Antibrowning Compositions</title><caseId>12-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41186</link><description><![CDATA[Improved Antibrowning Compositions

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Appearance has been shown to have a major effect on a consumer&#39;s decision to purchase foods, such as fresh-cut fruit and vegetable products. Enzymatic browning is one of the major problems affecting the aesthetic quality, flavor, and nutritional value of fresh fruits and vegetables. Enzymatic browning can be inhibited by chemical inhibiting agents, but the use of browning inhibitors in food is limited by considerations. relevant to toxicity, wholesomeness, and their effect on taste, texture, and cost. Currently, some antibrowning methods pr...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 12:21:29 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41186</guid></item><item><title>Reagent-Loaded Pencils</title><caseId>14-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41185</link><description><![CDATA[Reagent-Loaded Pencils and Methods

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Drying of reagents directly on assay devices leads to reagent failure in many instances (eg. denaturing). Drying of reagents directly on assay devices leads to short shelf life of reagents, even if they are functional when first deposited. Drying of some reagents on assay devices leads to immobility due to irreversible binding. Mobility of the reagents are sometimes desired. 

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The Cal Poly reagent pencil invention comprises a matrix of a carrier, a hardening substance, and virtually any biological reagent. When formed into a p...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2020 11:56:51 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/41185</guid></item><item><title>Process for Extracting Lipids from Microalgae</title><caseId>10-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40549</link><description><![CDATA[Process for Extracting Lipids from Microalgae

Microalgae lipid extraction brochure&nbsp;

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In order to effectively utilize the microalgae as a source of biofuel, a cost-effective process for the extraction of lipid compounds is needed. The ideal extraction process would be scalable, safe, inexpensive, and have a low energy requirement. This means minimizing the number and complexity of process steps, limiting the use of hazardous materials and minimizing the material and energy consumption for the processing of the biofuels.

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Researchers at Cal Poly, San...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 13:42:59 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40549</guid></item><item><title>System, Method and Apparatus for Cooling Rocket Motor Components Using a Saturated Liquid-Vapor Coolant Mixture</title><caseId>10-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40547</link><description><![CDATA[System, Method and Apparatus for Cooling Rocket Motor Components Using a Saturated Liquid-Vapor Coolant Mixture

Rocket motor cooling brochure&nbsp;

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Liquid fuel rocket motors are traditionally cooled using the liquid fuel. Without liquid cooling the rocket motor would typically erode or burn away the inner surfaces of the rocket motor. Hybrid rocket motors use a solid fuel and a gas or liquid oxidizer. However, the solid fuel cannot be circulated through the cooling chamber around the rocket motor. There is still a need for cooling hybrid rocket motors to extend the life of the ...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 13:08:59 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40547</guid></item><item><title>Transforming a Tactually Selected User Input Into an Audio Output</title><caseId>09-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40494</link><description><![CDATA[Transforming a Tactually Selected User Input into an Audio Output

Tactually selected user input to audio output brochure&nbsp;

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Inadequate available means for visually-impaired people to conceptualize spatial and/or other relationships.

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Researchers at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo have developed a computer-implemented process and apparatus for transforming physical relationships into an audio output. The device includes a plurality of tactually-discernable keys (eg. Braille) configured to replicate a particular relationship amongst items associated with a ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 16:35:37 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40494</guid></item><item><title>Field Water Purification System</title><caseId>08-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40493</link><description><![CDATA[Field Water Purification System

Field Water Purification System brochure&nbsp;

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In many parts of the world potable water is not readily available particularly under natural disasters conditions such as fires, drought, flooding or earthquakes which may have caused normal sources of potable water to become contaminated. A need exists that provides a simple and effective way to provide potable water to disaster survivors before more elaborate water treatment systems are made available.

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Researchers at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo have developed a lightweight ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 16:20:13 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/40493</guid></item><item><title>Microfluidic assay device (microPAD) with sequential reagent delivery from one fluid input</title><caseId>15-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39563</link><description><![CDATA[Membrane-Based Devices for Multi-Step Assays 

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MicroPADs combine some of the capabilities of conventional microfluidic devices, such as the ability to perform multiple quantitative assays simultaneously, with the simplicity of later-flow immunoassays and dipstick assays. A significant challenge for microPADs is the ability to perform assays that require multiple, sequential steps. Ideally, a single sample-addition step is all that would be required to perform the assay. While, a third system for automating the delivery of reagents, erodible polymeric bridges, could be dev...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:14:49 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39563</guid></item><item><title>Container Bulge Test</title><caseId>11-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39559</link><description><![CDATA[Measuring Container Bulge

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Packaging safety is often overlooked, but pallet packaging is a huge part of retail business today. Products are packed in boxes, often composed of cardboard, and stacked on wooden pallets to be transported between facilities. Container bulge poses a threat to this streamline process because the deformation reduces the structural integrity of the package and its ability to protect its contents. Additionally, bulging containers affect pallet configurations and result in less efficient arrangements. Consequently, there is a need to determine the c...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:02:16 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39559</guid></item><item><title>Propane-oxidizing and Butane-oxidizing Microorganism Detection</title><caseId>11-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39554</link><description><![CDATA[Propane-oxidizing and Butane-oxidizing Microorganism Detection Using Primers 

Propane &amp; Butane oxidizing microorganism detection brochure&nbsp;

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Microorganisms that oxidize hydrocarbons and alkanes are often present near petroleum sources, natural and reservoirs. The presence of both types of microorganisms indicates the presence of oil accumulations and gaseous short-chain hydrocarbons. Thus, the detection of these microorganisms can be used to detect undiscovered carbon fuel in natural environments. Though there are some existing methods of locating these microorganisms, t...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2020 11:58:33 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39554</guid></item><item><title>Recycled Thermoplastic Content Test</title><caseId>09-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39549</link><description><![CDATA[Determining Recycled Thermoplastic Content

Determining recycled thermoplastic content brochure&nbsp;

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Plastic production and waste are a large and growing problem for this planet. Plastic production emits a large amount of greenhouse gases and plastics do not compose naturally. Consequently, they are filling up landfills faster than recycling plants can break them down. Recently, companies began marketing percentages of post-consumer plastic, claiming their product/packaging is partially composed of recycled materials. While these campaigns are raising awareness, and doing good ...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:53:25 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/39549</guid></item><item><title>An Efficient Multiphase DC to DC Converter</title><caseId>08-003</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35260</link><description><![CDATA[A multiphase direct current (DC) to DC converter that rectifies DC voltage and increases efficiency during energy transmission. 

Multi-Phase DC-to-DC Converter brochure&nbsp;

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A more efficient DC to DC power converter DC to DC power conversion is used for transmission, compensating transmission lines, or controlling power. They may also be used at low voltages for DC motors, DC power supplies, and low voltage rectifiers. Current DC to DC converters are known to be inefficient and a growing field of technological development. 

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Cal Poly inventors developed this produc...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2019 09:57:05 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35260</guid></item><item><title>Vehicle Detector Verification Systems</title><caseId>07-004</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35258</link><description><![CDATA[Gather preliminary real-time data for automated driving technologies, traffic predictions, and incident detection.

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Today, vehicle detection systems, such as video or detection cameras are extremely commonplace. They are meant to enhance driving safety, record instances of unsafe driving (such as speeding, or collisions), and manage general traffic congestion. Many populated roads and highways have digital recording systems in place. However, these systems are sometimes outdated and require heavy analysis and extensive time to measure vehicle speed or recall data. Often t...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2019 09:14:22 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35258</guid></item><item><title>Combination Bite Block, Tongue Depressor, and Airway</title><caseId>07-003</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35257</link><description><![CDATA[A medical device that improves patient outcomes by preventing dental injury due to involuntary clenching during emergence from anesthesia.

Bite Block, Tongue Depressor/Retractor brochure&nbsp;

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About 1 in 7000 patients awakening from anesthesia experience dental injuries known as &ldquo;Emergence Clenching Dental Trauma.&rdquo; This is reportedly the most common cause of malpractice claims against anesthesia providers. According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the placement of an airway device (for patients receiving anesthesia) transfers jaw clenching forces. While teeth...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2019 09:10:35 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35257</guid></item><item><title>Atomic Structures Game Tiles</title><caseId>07-002</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35242</link><description><![CDATA[An interactive, hands-on, chemistry-engagement game that can be tailored for different audiences, including classrooms and parties.

System and Method for Modeling Atomic Structures brochure&nbsp;

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Introductory chemistry is typically taught by examination and explanation. However, molecular and atomic concepts are difficult to visualize and conceptualize. Consequently, students are left with surface level comprehension and may be unable to apply their knowledge efficiently. This is especially applicable to rudimentary concepts such as covalent bonding and molecular structure. 

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Shear-induced alignment of nanoparticles brochure&nbsp;

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A typical goal of arranging nanomaterials is the production of nano-scale conductive wires for electronics applications. While production of nanowires is commonly known in the art, production of substantially linear and ordered nanowires spanning several micrometers in length has posed a challenge. Structures are typically difficult to achieve using these methods, and when formed are typically not single, straight lines but rather branched arrays of curved lines.

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Improved RFID for containers brochure&nbsp;

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The current process of RFID tagging for RPCs, called &ldquo;Slap and Ship&rdquo; uses a three-in-one sticker label. This label includes a single use RFID tag, a barcode, and description of the content. Once scanned and processed, the tag is removed and disposed before the plastic is sanitized so that the container can be reused. While reusing plastic is economically and environmentally sustainable, the consta...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 16:49:33 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35240</guid></item><item><title>A Flexible Fastener</title><caseId>02-001</caseId><link>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35238</link><description><![CDATA[

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A bolt or screw that bends and secures, for a variety of applications. See video demo below.&nbsp;

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In retrofit situations, a bendable fastener can eliminate extensive renovations. In robotics and medical devices, a flexible fastener opens up new applications. In seismic construction, a flexible fastener may be useful in combination with other fasteners.

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A professor at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo has designed a new kind of fastener that will attach any group of objects together that are non-parallel or nonaligned. Instead of having a solid meta...]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:32:06 GMT</pubDate><author>kjohn191@calpoly.edu</author><guid>http://calpoly.technologypublisher.com/technology/35238</guid></item></channel></rss>