USPTO Patent for Ordered Polyblock Copolymers and Polymer Electrolytes

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12583978B2) to Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH for a process to produce ordered polyblock copolymers. The patent covers specific synthesis methods, resulting block copolymers, polymer electrolytes, and their use in secondary alkaline batteries.

USPTO Patent Granted for Electrodeposition Coating Material

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12584235B2) for a method of surface treatment using electrodeposition. The method involves applying a surface layer with a bath containing an electrodeposition coating material and a conductive material, specifically a carbon-based compound forming a protective barrier.

USPTO Patent Granted for Fuel Cell Ship

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12583570B2) to YANMAR HOLDINGS CO., LTD. for a fuel cell ship. The patent describes a ship propelled by electric power from a fuel cell, with a dedicated fuel tank compartment.

Hyundai Patent for Vehicle Battery Protection Structure

The USPTO has granted Hyundai Motor Company a patent for a battery protection structure designed for electric vehicles. This patent, US12583522B2, details a structure resistant to frontal collisions, enhancing safety for the vehicle's power electric system.

USPTO Patent Granted for Battery Support Frame Structure

The USPTO has granted a patent to ISUZU MOTORS LIMITED for a battery support frame structure. The patent, US12583306B2, details a specific design for supporting batteries within vehicles. This grant represents a new intellectual property right for the assignee.

USPTO Patent Granted for Autonomous Battery Swapping Device

The USPTO has granted a patent to Starling, Inc. for an autonomous battery swapping device for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The device allows for passive removal and replacement of batteries via a ground station, potentially improving UAV operational efficiency.

USPTO Patent Granted for Electrode Manufacturing and Classification

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12583016B2) to TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA for a method of manufacturing electrodes using dry classification of active material powder. The patent includes a classification system and details on detecting mesh screen breakage during the process.

USPTO Patent Granted for Cooling System Maintenance Method

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12582979B2) to TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA for a method of maintaining a cooling system. The method involves introducing ion exchange resin for cleaning coolant and then adding an additive.

USPTO Patent Granted for Silicon Carbonaceous Anode Material

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12583754B2) to Research Triangle Institute for a nanostructured silicon carbonaceous composite material intended for use as an anode in lithium-ion batteries. The material incorporates Si nanoparticles within a graphitic carbon and/or silicon carbide matrix derived from metal organic frameworks.

USPTO Patent Grant: Graphene Oxide Battery Electrode Material

The USPTO has granted a patent (US12583751B2) to the Korea Institute of Energy Research for a reduced acylated graphene oxide material and its preparation method for use in lithium secondary battery electrodes. The patent aims to provide a stable, high-capacity negative electrode active material through a simple and low-cost process.