公开(公告)号：US11056712B2

公开(公告)日：2021-07-06

申请号：US15411544

申请日：2017-01-20

Applicant: CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Inventor： Isabelle M. Darolles ,  Azin Fahimi ,  Cong Wang ,  Adrianus I. Aria ,  Luciana Cendon ,  Morteza Gharib

IPC: H01M10/0525 ,  H01M4/66 ,  H01M4/38 ,  H01M10/0565 ,  H01M10/0585 ,  H01M4/13

Abstract: Features for rechargeable lithium ion batteries, the batteries optionally employing vertically aligned carbon nanotube scaffolding, are described. Methods of manufacture and a solid polymer electrolyte are described for 3-dimensional battery architectures using the vertically aligned carbon nanotubes. Poly(ethylene)oxide bis(azide) and graphene poly(lactic acid) composite coatings are also described for use in such batteries or others.

公开(公告)号：US20160126404A1

公开(公告)日：2016-05-05

申请号：US14994948

申请日：2016-01-13

Applicant: CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Inventor： Adrianus I. Aria ,  Morteza Gharib

IPC: H01L31/18 ,  H01L31/0687 ,  H01L31/043

CPC classification number: H01L31/1804 ,  B82Y30/00 ,  H01L31/043 ,  H01L31/0687 ,  H01L31/1896 ,  Y02E10/544 ,  Y02E10/547 ,  Y02P70/521

Abstract: This disclosure relates to structures for the conversion of light into energy. More specifically, the disclosure describes devices for conversion of light to electricity using photovoltaic cells comprising graphene.

Abstract translation: 本公开涉及将光转换成能量的结构。 更具体地，本公开描述了使用包括石墨烯的光伏电池将光转换成电的装置。

公开(公告)号：US20170214083A1

公开(公告)日：2017-07-27

申请号：US15411544

申请日：2017-01-20

Applicant: CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Inventor： Isabelle M. Darolles ,  Azin Fahimi ,  Cong Wang ,  Adrianus I. Aria ,  Luciana Cendon ,  Morteza Gharib

IPC: H01M10/0525 ,  H01M4/66 ,  H01M4/38 ,  H01M10/0565 ,  H01M10/0585

CPC classification number: H01M10/0525 ,  H01M4/13 ,  H01M4/38 ,  H01M4/386 ,  H01M4/662 ,  H01M4/663 ,  H01M4/664 ,  H01M4/665 ,  H01M10/0565 ,  H01M10/0585 ,  Y02T10/7011

Abstract: Features for rechargeable lithium ion batteries, the batteries optionally employing vertically aligned carbon nanotube scaffolding, are described. Methods of manufacture and a solid polymer electrolyte are described for 3-dimensional battery architectures using the vertically aligned carbon nanotubes. Poly(ethylene)oxide bis(azide) and graphene poly(lactic acid) composite coatings are also described for use in such batteries or others.

公开(公告)号：US20150329362A1

公开(公告)日：2015-11-19

申请号：US14807775

申请日：2015-07-23

Applicant: CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Inventor： Adrianus I. Aria ,  Masoud Beizai ,  Morteza Gharib

IPC: C01B31/02

CPC classification number: C23C16/26 ,  B82Y30/00 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  C01B32/158 ,  C01B32/168 ,  C01B32/17 ,  C01B2202/02 ,  C01B2202/06 ,  C01B2202/08 ,  C23C14/0605 ,  C23C14/5853 ,  C23C16/56 ,  Y10T428/23993 ,  Y10T428/24802

Abstract: Efficient methods for producing a superhydrophobic carbon nanotube (CNT) array are set forth. The methods comprise providing a vertically aligned CNT array and performing vacuum pyrolysis on the CNT array to produce a superhydrophobic CNT array. These methods have several advantages over the prior art, such as operational simplicity and efficiency.

Abstract translation: 阐述了制备超疏水碳纳米管（CNT）阵列的有效方法。 所述方法包括提供垂直排列的CNT阵列并在CNT阵列上进行真空热解以产生超疏水CNT阵列。 这些方法相对于现有技术具有几个优点，例如操作简单性和效率。

公开(公告)号：US09050444B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-09

申请号：US13762197

申请日：2013-02-07

Applicant: California Institute of Technology

Inventor： Morteza Gharib ,  Adrianus I. Aria ,  Elijah Bodhi Sansom

IPC: A61M5/00 ,  A61M37/00 ,  A61K47/48 ,  A61L27/44 ,  A61L27/54 ,  A61L27/56 ,  B29C70/64 ,  B82Y5/00 ,  B82Y30/00 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  C01B31/02 ,  A61B5/145 ,  A61M5/44 ,  A61M25/10 ,  A61N1/30 ,  A61N5/06 ,  B29K105/16

CPC classification number: A61M37/0015 ,  A61B5/14532 ,  A61K47/6957 ,  A61L27/443 ,  A61L27/54 ,  A61L27/56 ,  A61L2300/258 ,  A61L2300/416 ,  A61L2300/602 ,  A61L2300/606 ,  A61L2400/12 ,  A61M5/44 ,  A61M25/104 ,  A61M37/0092 ,  A61M2037/0023 ,  A61M2037/0053 ,  A61M2037/0061 ,  A61N1/306 ,  A61N5/062 ,  B29C70/64 ,  B29K2105/162 ,  B82Y5/00 ,  B82Y30/00 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  C01B32/15

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nano-enhanced device for substance transfer between the device and a tissue. The device comprises a substrate with substantially aligned carbon nanotubes anchored within the substrate, and with at least one end of the carbon nanotubes protruding from the substrate. The protruding nanotube ends may be coated with a drug for delivery of the drug into body tissue. The present invention may be incorporated into an angioplasty catheter balloon or into a patch that is worn on the skin. The carbon nanotubes can be grouped in clusters to effectively form nano-needles which can transfer fluid to or from the subdermal tissue. The nano-needles can be used in conjunction with a sensor to ascertain body fluid information such as pH, glucose level, etc.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种纳米增强器件，用于器件与组织之间的物质转移。 该装置包括基本上对准的碳纳米管的衬底，锚定在衬底内，并且碳纳米管的至少一端从衬底突出。 突出的纳米管末端可以涂覆有用于将药物递送到身体组织中的药物。 本发明可以并入血管成形术导管球囊或穿在皮肤上的贴剂中。 碳纳米管可以分组成簇以有效地形成可以将流体传送到皮下组织或从皮下组织传递流体的纳米针。 纳米针可与传感器结合使用，以确定体液信息，如pH值，葡萄糖水平等。

公开(公告)号：US08764681B2

公开(公告)日：2014-07-01

申请号：US13715604

申请日：2012-12-14

Applicant: California Institute of Technology

Inventor： Adrianus I. Aria ,  Bradley Lyon ,  Morteza Gharib

IPC: A61B5/00

CPC classification number: B44C1/227 ,  A61B5/14532 ,  A61B5/150022 ,  A61B5/150045 ,  A61B5/150282 ,  A61B5/150358 ,  A61B5/150984 ,  A61B5/157 ,  A61K9/0021 ,  A61M37/0015 ,  A61M2025/1086 ,  A61M2037/0023 ,  A61M2037/003 ,  A61M2037/0053

Abstract: Carbon nanotube needles and needle arrays are described in which the precursor pillars are etched by oxygen plasma treatment to provide tapered and/or sharp-tip needles. Processes, products by process, and devices incorporating the sharp-tip needles are further described.

Abstract translation: 描述了碳纳米管针和针阵列，其中通过氧等离子体处理蚀刻前体柱以提供锥形和/或尖尖针。 进一步描述了通过工艺的工艺，产品以及结合尖尖针的装置。

公开(公告)号：US20130158377A1

公开(公告)日：2013-06-20

申请号：US13762197

申请日：2013-02-07

Applicant: California Institute of Technology

Inventor： Morteza Gharib ,  Adrianus I. Aria ,  Elijah Bodhi Sansom

IPC: A61M37/00 ,  A61N5/06 ,  A61M5/44 ,  A61B5/145 ,  A61M25/10 ,  A61N1/30

CPC classification number: A61M37/0015 ,  A61B5/14532 ,  A61K47/6957 ,  A61L27/443 ,  A61L27/54 ,  A61L27/56 ,  A61L2300/258 ,  A61L2300/416 ,  A61L2300/602 ,  A61L2300/606 ,  A61L2400/12 ,  A61M5/44 ,  A61M25/104 ,  A61M37/0092 ,  A61M2037/0023 ,  A61M2037/0053 ,  A61M2037/0061 ,  A61N1/306 ,  A61N5/062 ,  B29C70/64 ,  B29K2105/162 ,  B82Y5/00 ,  B82Y30/00 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  C01B32/15

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nano-enhanced device for substance transfer between the device and a tissue. The device comprises a substrate with substantially aligned carbon nanotubes anchored within the substrate, and with at least one end of the carbon nanotubes protruding from the substrate. The protruding nanotube ends may be coated with a drug for delivery of the drug into body tissue. The present invention may be incorporated into an angioplasty catheter balloon or into a patch that is worn on the skin. The carbon nanotubes can be grouped in clusters to effectively form nano-needles which can transfer fluid to or from the subdermal tissue. The nano-needles can be used in conjunction with a sensor to ascertain body fluid information such as pH, glucose level, etc.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种纳米增强器件，用于器件与组织之间的物质转移。 该装置包括基本上对准的碳纳米管的衬底，锚定在衬底内，并且碳纳米管的至少一端从衬底突出。 突出的纳米管末端可以涂覆有用于将药物递送到身体组织中的药物。 本发明可以并入血管成形术导管球囊或穿在皮肤上的贴剂中。 碳纳米管可以分组成簇以有效地形成可以将流体传送到皮下组织或从皮下组织传递流体的纳米针。 纳米针可与传感器结合使用，以确定体液信息，如pH值，葡萄糖水平等。

公开(公告)号：US11081691B2

公开(公告)日：2021-08-03

申请号：US16915553

申请日：2020-06-29

Applicant: CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Inventor： Adrianus I. Aria ,  Morteza Gharib

IPC: H01M10/0525 ,  H01M4/36 ,  H01M4/38 ,  H01M10/058 ,  H01M4/13 ,  H01M4/62 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  H01M4/02 ,  B82Y30/00

Abstract: Provided herein are electrochemical systems and related methods of making and using electrochemical systems. Electrochemical systems of the invention implement novel cell geometries and composite carbon nanomaterials based design strategies useful for achieving enhanced electrical power source performance, particularly high specific energies, useful discharge rate capabilities and good cycle life. Electrochemical systems of the invention are versatile and include secondary lithium ion cells, useful for a range of important applications including use in portable electronic devices.

公开(公告)号：US10734639B2

公开(公告)日：2020-08-04

申请号：US14322139

申请日：2014-07-02

Applicant: CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Inventor： Adrianus I. Aria ,  Morteza Gharib

IPC: H01M10/0525 ,  H01M4/134 ,  H01M4/70 ,  H01M4/78 ,  H01M4/36 ,  H01M4/38 ,  H01M10/058 ,  H01M4/13 ,  H01M4/62 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  H01M4/02 ,  B82Y30/00

Abstract: Provided herein are electrochemical systems and related methods of making and using electrochemical systems. Electrochemical systems of the invention implement novel cell geometries and composite carbon nanomaterials based design strategies useful for achieving enhanced electrical power source performance, particularly high specific energies, useful discharge rate capabilities and good cycle life. Electrochemical systems of the invention are versatile and include secondary lithium ion cells, such as silicon-sulfur lithium ion batteries, useful for a range of important applications including use in portable electronic devices. Electrochemical cells of the present invention also exhibit enhanced safety and stability relative to conventional state of the art lithium ion secondary batteries by using prelithiated active materials to eliminate the use of metallic lithium and incorporating carbon nanotube and/or graphene, composite electrode structures to manage residual stress and mechanical strain arising from expansion and contraction of active materials during charge and discharge.

公开(公告)号：US09352136B2

公开(公告)日：2016-05-31

申请号：US14708694

申请日：2015-05-11

Applicant: CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Inventor： Morteza Gharib ,  Adrianus I. Aria ,  Elijah Bodhi Sansom

IPC: A61M37/00 ,  A61K47/48 ,  A61L27/44 ,  A61L27/54 ,  A61L27/56 ,  B29C70/64 ,  B82Y5/00 ,  B82Y30/00 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  C01B31/02 ,  A61B5/145 ,  A61M5/44 ,  A61M25/10 ,  A61N1/30 ,  A61N5/06 ,  B29K105/16

CPC classification number: A61M37/0015 ,  A61B5/14532 ,  A61K47/6957 ,  A61L27/443 ,  A61L27/54 ,  A61L27/56 ,  A61L2300/258 ,  A61L2300/416 ,  A61L2300/602 ,  A61L2300/606 ,  A61L2400/12 ,  A61M5/44 ,  A61M25/104 ,  A61M37/0092 ,  A61M2037/0023 ,  A61M2037/0053 ,  A61M2037/0061 ,  A61N1/306 ,  A61N5/062 ,  B29C70/64 ,  B29K2105/162 ,  B82Y5/00 ,  B82Y30/00 ,  B82Y40/00 ,  C01B32/15

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nano-enhanced device for substance transfer between the device and a tissue. The device comprises a substrate with substantially aligned carbon nanotubes anchored within the substrate, and with at least one end of the carbon nanotubes protruding from the substrate. The protruding nanotube ends may be coated with a drug for delivery of the drug into body tissue. The present invention may be incorporated into an angioplasty catheter balloon or into a patch that is worn on the skin. The carbon nanotubes can be grouped in clusters to effectively form nano-needles which can transfer fluid to or from the subdermal tissue. The nano-needles can be used in conjunction with a sensor to ascertain body fluid information such as pH, glucose level, etc.