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Treatment Process for Reduced Corrosion in CFRP/Metal Hybrids

­ Executive Summary Carbon fiber reinforced polymer composites (CFRPs) are often mechanically fastened to metals such as aluminum alloys in lightweight aircraft applications. Since both materials are electrically conductive, galvanic corrosion of the less noble metal can occur, leading to degradation over time. MSU researchers have developed...
Published: 11/30/2023   |   Inventor(s): Greg Swain, Isuri Dammulla
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Advanced Materials, Defense, Transportation

Recoverable Liquid Nanofoam Energy Absorbers

​Executive Summary Energy absorption and dissipation systems such as shock absorbers, springs, foams and padding are used in a wide variety of applications where protection is required. In the protective equipment segment, users continue to search for new technologies to increase impact resistance with reduced weight. Sports and military helmets in...
Published: 2/17/2023   |   Inventor(s): Weiyi Lu
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Advanced Materials, Defense, Subassemblies and Components

Novel, Multi-Impact, Energy Diverting, Energy Absorbing, Repairable Helmets

Executive Summary This technology addresses brain injuries while wearing a helmet. A novel technique adds an outer layer to helmet shells to absorb multiple impacts and divert energy away for the skull to reduce concussions. The innovation can also reduce projectile penetration in a way that is repairable and re-healable for low or multiple low-velocity...
Published: 2/28/2024   |   Inventor(s): Mahmoodul Haq, Lawrence Drzal
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Advanced Materials, Defense, Transportation

Isotope Tagging For Workpiece Authentication

Executive SummaryOver the last 50 years, the U.S. Department of Justice has ranked art crime behind only drugs and arms in terms of highest-grossing criminal trades. While many incidents go unreported making it difficult to estimate the volume and total economic value lost, Interpol estimates have put the losses worldwide due to forgery and theft at...
Published: 2/17/2023   |   Inventor(s): Wolfgang Bauer, Bradley Sherrill
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Chemicals, Defense

User Authentication via Keyboard Typing Behavior

Executive SummaryBiometrics (the measurement and analysis of physical or behavioral characteristics) can be used to identify and authenticate an individual, and to manage access to sensitive information or resources. A limitation with use of a single-point physical biometric (such as a fingerprint) is that access may be granted indefinitely, even after...
Published: 6/8/2021   |   Inventor(s): Xiaoming Liu, Joseph Roth, Dimitris Metaxas
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Computer Software, Defense, Computer Hardware

User Authentication via Keyboard Typing Sound

Executive SummaryBiometrics (the measurement and analysis of physical or behavioral characteristics) can be used to identify and authenticate an individual, and to manage access to sensitive information or resources. A limitation with use of a single-point physical biometric (such as a fingerprint) is that access may be granted indefinitely, even after...
Published: 6/8/2021   |   Inventor(s): Xiaoming Liu, Joseph Roth, Arun Ross, Dimitris Metaxas
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Computer Software, Defense, Computer Hardware

Improved Facial Mapping and Modeling

Executive SummaryImproving facial recognition and facial mapping is an area of research which has been rapidly advancing in the last decade in order to improve both security and entertainment products. This MSU developed technology has the ability to improve both high-quality 3D face fitting and facial recognition technologies allowing for the improvement...
Published: 6/8/2021   |   Inventor(s): Xiaoming Liu, Yaojie Liu, Amin Jourabloo
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Computer Software, Analytical Instruments, Data Processing/Analysis, Defense

Improved Facial Recognition and Rotated Facial Modeling

Executive SummaryThis software exhibits many improvements to current facial recognition technology. When compared to current state-of-the-art technology against standard databases, this invention showed a 15% improvement. Additionally this invention includes novel features such as the possibility of multiple image and still frame inputs, as well as...
Published: 2/17/2023   |   Inventor(s): Xiaoming Liu, Luan Tran, Xi Yin
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Computer Software, Defense, Telecommunications and Internet

Flexible Hybrid Fastener with Increased Bond Strength and Optimized Sealing Capacity

Executive Summary Fasteners are often installed through holes drilled in individual pieces to be joined. While significant advancements have been made in fasteners over the past several decades, construction techniques such as using composites (including wood, fiberglass, and carbon fiber), in particular, have exposed serious limitations to existing...
Published: 6/22/2023   |   Inventor(s): Gary Cloud
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Advanced Materials, Defense, Mechanical, Subassemblies and Components, Energy

Laser for Standoff Detection

IntroductionStandoff detection is used to identify specific, usually hazardous, materials at a distance. Hazardous materials may be of an explosive, chemical, biological, or nuclear nature, and so mitigating a potential threat is extremely important. The global market for hazard monitoring equipment has grown significantly in recent years and this growth...
Published: 2/17/2023   |   Inventor(s): Marcos Dantus, Marshall Bremer
Keywords(s):   Category(s): Defense