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APPLIED TECHNOLOGY

3D Printing

The EVOLV3D™ Universal Support Material (USM) is a game changer for 3D printing. Useful with all common build materials, no longer must consumers mix-and-match build and support for a good print. Also, EVOLV3D is water soluble at room temperature and non-hazardous, making removal and disposal easy.

HRL has achieved a revolutionary metallurgy breakthrough by producing the first EVER 3D-printed high-strength wrought aluminum alloys and the first fully-dense manufactured ceramics. New scalable nanofunctionalization techniques were used to control microstructure during the additive manufacturing.

At up to 100x the speed of today’s fastest additive systems and up to 20x lower cost, Desktop Metal’s Production System is the first metal 3D printing system for mass production that delivers the speed, quality, and cost-per-part needed to compete with traditional manufacturing processes.

Automotive & Airline Technology

The patented cockpit PPG WinLogic window system is engineered to sense the aerospace windshield's health & provide protection from an emerging electrical fault that may result in failure or breakage of the window. The window can subsequently be replaced at the convenience of the owner and not cause a major flight interruption.

Moldable optical silicones are a new tool for innovation in the automotive lighting world with unprecedented design freedom and photothermal stability. These two part liquid injection moldable materials provide benefits to optical elements including reduced weight, cost savings, optical stability and ease of manufacture.

Perkins SmartCap is a low cost connectivity solution allowing users to connect their mobile device to their engine via the free Perkins® My Engine App. The cap monitors the engine and sends data to the app, giving customers useful information: running hours, location, service reminders & log, Start/stop data, and Parts info.

Commercial Safety

Fluid-Driven Emergency Rescuer technology harvests partial hydropower by micro-turbine-generator from fire-fighting water to provide thermal image, light and indicate evacuation routes in the dark for protecting firefighters and saving lives.

The Hydra-Stop Insta-Valve 250 Patriot insertion valve provides a safer, more economical way of installing valves into a water distribution system, under pressure, without service disruption. The Insta-Valve stops flow in most types of pipe, from 4" to 12" in diameter, and is used in potable water, wastewater and industrial applications.

Consumer Sensors & Biometrics

BenjiLock's purpose is to redefine the personal security experience, using hybrid technology with the consumer in mind. The simplicity of this particular patented invention is that it can go beyond the traditional padlock and be embedded in multiple forms and ways of hybrid security solutions that would be extremely beneficial to a wide array of industries keeping the U.S. at the forefront of global innovation.

The SFH 4735 OSLON Black Flat is the first broadband emitting infrared LED. The compact emitter allows consumers to analyze food, medicine and more on mobile devices.

Robotics

Epson’s N-Series robots are defining an entirely new 6-axis Robot Category. The folding arm design incorporated into this robot Series is the most groundbreaking improvement to 6-Axis robot technology in the last several decades, and offers a fundamental difference in the way 6-Axis robots operate.

Sophia is Hanson Robotics' most advanced robot with extremely realistic facial expressions and a unique personality . She can simulate over 60 facial expressions, track and recognize faces, look people in the eye, and hold natural conversations with them. She is constantly evolving in terms of her knowledge, personality, and technology.

Sealing Technology & Thermal Applications

Regulatory and consumer concern over chemical developers, such as bisphenol A (BPA), is driving a search for replacement chemicals. Blue4est® with ROPAQUE™ NT-2900 takes a completely different approach and eliminates the chemical developer entirely. A layer of opaque polymer spheres effectively hide an underlying colored layer. Exposure to heat collapses the air-filled polymer spheres making the colored layer visible.

Jet dispensing delivers speed and accuracy to address trends towards increasing miniaturization and high-throughput manufacturing of consumer electronic devices. This product delivers reliable processability, primerless adhesion to a variety of substrates, ingress protection, and a durable seal.

AeroBarrier is the catalyst to transform the building industry, making it easy for all to design energy efficient, healthy homes. AeroBarrier technology seals holes as small as a hair follicle; the application process is easy, cost effective, and endorsed by the most innovative building science professionals in America.

ATHLETICS, SPORTS & RECREATION

Injury Prevention

FREEDOM+ Surf by Shark Shield Pty Ltd The Shark Shield FREEDOM+ Surf is the world's only scientifically proven and independently tested electrical shark deterrent designed specifically for surfers, delivering a fully integrated solution with no impact on surfing performance. It is the ultimate ocean guardian for surfers, providing protection against sharks, including Great Whites, and giving them peace of mind to enjoy the ocean. Nothing is more effective. View Website View Video

Nomad by Park & Diamond Our collapsible bike helmet can roll up into the shape of water bottle to be conveniently carried on a backpack or easily stored on a bike, so it is always where you need it when you need it. Our helmet looks like a hat with interchangeable skins so you can customize the look to fit your style. View Website View Video