Materials

We have developed 3d printable, stimuli-responsive liquid crystalline networks (LCN) . The reaction allows for the preparation of LCNs with fast curing speed, high conversion, and uniform network structure.

Transportation packages for spent nuclear fuel (SNF) must meet safety requirements under normal and accident conditions as specified by federal regulations.

The invention provides a novel enzyme that metabolizes a common lignin-derived compound, guaiacol. This enzyme, converts guaiacol into catechol and formaldehyde. Multiple routes are know for the further conversion of catechol into bioproducts such as muconic acid.

This invention is related to synthesis of phase pure lithium rich anti-perovskites (LiRAP). So far most of the synthesis and processes used to make these class of solid electrolytes have mixed phase impurities resulting in instability and irreproducible ionic conductivity.

Carbon Fiber is an extremely important input material that is used in many important composites that are input materials in very many industries of national importance including aerospace, clean energy etc.  The current process for converting amorphous carbon fiber to

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics (CFRPs) are used to prepare many main structural components of aircraft and wind turbines.

Unfortunately, the current lightning strike protection (LSP) system cannot guarantee the 100% safety of the FRP structures.

 The invention relates to 3D printing and more specifically to improvements to build platforms for such systems.

Wrapping a three-dimensional (3D) object with a two-dimensional (2D) sheet is not uncommon, but when the sheet is bestowed with strong interfacial activities, interesting phenomena will occur.

A well designed, economical approach to the synthesis of various adhesives will be constructed.  For instance deuterated starting materials that are functional will be synthesized through an economical and efficient pathway.  Starting materials are chosen based on th