Composite materials containing hemp and nanocellulose

    公开(公告)号:US11524921B2

    公开(公告)日:2022-12-13

    申请号:US16273267

    申请日:2019-02-12

    申请人: Russell Moolman

    摘要: Disclosed is a new composite material comprising nanocellulose and hemp or a hemp-derived component, such as pure hemp, hemp bast fibers, hemp inner fibers, hemp shives, hemp leaves, hemp seeds, or ground hemp. The nanocellulose may be hydrophobic or hydrophilic, and may include cellulose nanocrystals, cellulose nanofibrils, cellulose microfibrils, or a combination thereof. This invention provides construction blocks or panels; engineered parts; fire-resistant objects; coatings; containers; textile compositions; and fabric materials, for example. The composite material may also include one or more additives to modify mechanical, thermal, chemical, and/or electrical properties. The addition of nanocellulose can improve the mechanical properties of hemp-containing concrete mixtures to improve compressive strength for construction purposes.

    Systems and methods for supporting multiple automated work-flows

    公开(公告)号:US10732603B2

    公开(公告)日:2020-08-04

    申请号:US16045647

    申请日:2018-07-25

    申请人: LifeFoundry Inc.

    摘要: Systems and methods for automated workflow comprise assigning a set of first targets to an uncompiled first workflow. The uncompiled first workflow specifies a first set of process modules. Each such module is associated with a subset of unit operations. Each unit operation includes a time interval and specifies an instrument. For each target in the set of first targets, the uncompiled workflow is translated into an instance of a compiled first workflow comprising a linear temporal order of unit operations, each including execution instructions for an addressed instrument. A set of second targets is obtained and assigned a second uncompiled workflow. Compilation of the second uncompiled workflow for each second target produces a different instance of a compiled second workflow. Each second compiled workflow comprises a linear temporal order of unit operations, with each unit operation including execution instructions for an addressed instrument and specifying a time interval.

    Method for producing a molded heat-insulating element

    公开(公告)号:US10179751B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-01-15

    申请号:US15565288

    申请日:2016-03-31

    摘要: A process for producing an ammonia-treated hydrophilic thermal insulation molding which includes treating a thermal insulation molding containing hydrophilic silica with ammonia by introducing the thermal insulation molding into a chamber and supplying gaseous ammonia until a pressure difference Δp of ≥20 mbar is achieved. A process for producing a thermal insulation molding containing hydrophobic silica which includes treating the ammonia-treated hydrophilic thermal insulation molding with an organosilicon compound.

    Thermal isolation for casting articles

    公开(公告)号:US10179364B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-01-15

    申请号:US14935068

    申请日:2015-11-06

    申请人: REL, Inc.

    摘要: Some embodiments provide methods and systems for casting articles. One example of a method includes providing and positioning a thermal blanket within a mold cavity and then introducing a molten material into the mold cavity and into contact with the thermal blanket. The method allows the molten material to remain in a molten state during a dwell time that extends from the introduction of the molten material at least until the mold cavity is filled. In another example, a method of using a thermal blanket includes keeping a molten material in a molten state during a dwell time extending from first introduction of the molten material until pressurization. Systems including a variety of mold types, one or more thermal blankets, and in some cases preforms and/or inserts are also provided. Also described is a novel thermal blanket and method of manufacturing the same.