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Ceramatec positions itself in future and existing markets through its intellectual property. Ceramatec has considerable experience in developing patents both domestically and internationally, as well utilizing trades secrets, when appropriate. Ceramatec has over sixty approved patents ranging from solid oxide fuel cells to novel fluid delivery technologies. Additionally, all Ceramatec employees and consultants are trained in maintaining confidentiality and are under formal non-disclosure agreements.
| Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Technology |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
5,171,645
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Zirconia-bismuth oxide graded electrolyte |
5,269,902
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Ion-conducting module having axially-arranged solid state electrolyte elements |
5,298,341
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Multiple stack ion conducting devices |
5,340,664
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Thermally integrated heat exchange system for solid oxide electrolyte systems |
5,340,665
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Creep resistant, metal-coated LiFeO2 anodes for molten carbonated fuel cells |
5,366,819
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Thermally integrated reformer for solid oxide fuel cells |
5,376,472
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Semi-internally manifolded interconnect |
5,480,738
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Fuel Cell Module |
5,612,149
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Fuel cell column heat exchanger mated module |
5,614,127
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High-performance ceramic interconnect for SOFC applications |
5,712,055
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Multi-stage fuel cell arrangement |
5,763,114
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Integrated reformer/CPN SOFC stack module design |
5,856,035
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Electrical connector apparatus for planar solid oxide fuel cell stacks |
5,958,304
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Doped lanthanum chromite material for bipolar interconnects for solid oxide fuel cells |
6,099,985
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SOFC anode for enhanced performance stability and method for manufacturing same |
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| Advanced Materials and Structures |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
4,656,071
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Ceramic bodies having a plurality of stress zones |
4,677,009
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Ceramic bodies having a plurality of stress zones |
4,828,584
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Dense, fine-grained tungsten carbide ceramics and a method for making the same |
4,829,027
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Liquid phase sintering of silicon carbide |
4,876,148
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Ceramic bodies having a plurality of stress zones |
4,891,341
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Fine grained ceramics and method for making the same |
5,002,911
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Ceramics with high toughness, strength and hardness |
5,488,018
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New ultra low thermal expansion, highly shock resistant ceramic |
5,952,102
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Diamond coated WC and WC-based composites with high apparent toughness |
5,614,127
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High-performance ceramic interconnect for SOFC applications |
5,712,055
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Multi-stage fuel cell arrangement |
5,763,114
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Integrated reformer/CPN SOFC stack module design |
5,856,035
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Electrical connector apparatus for planar solid oxide fuel cell stacks |
5,958,304
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Doped lanthanum chromite material for bipolar interconnects for solid oxide fuel cells |
6,099,985
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SOFC anode for enhanced performance stability and method for manufacturing same |
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| Controlled Release Fluid Delivery Technology |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
5,427,870
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Gas releasing electrochemical cell for fluid dispensing applications |
5,454,922
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Fluid dispensing pump |
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5,538,605
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Solid oxide cathode-based electrochemical oxygen generator for fluid dispensing applications |
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5,567,287
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Gas releasing electrochemical cell for fluid dispensing applications |
5,681,435
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Fluid dispensing pump |
5,707,499
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Storage-stable, fluid dispensing device using a hydrogen gas generator |
5,744,014
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Storage stable electrolytic gas generator for fluid dispensing applications> |
5,765,751
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Controlled release of volatile substances |
5,785,688
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Fluid delivery apparatus and method |
5,855,761
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Gas amplifier |
5,899,381
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Electrochemical device for delivery of volatile substances |
5,921,251
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Brush that delivers beneficial agents |
5,932,204
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Controlled release of substances |
5,951,538
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Gas generating device for delivering beneficial agents to a body cavity |
5,954,268
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Fluid delivery system |
5,997,821
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Gas amplifier |
6,042,704
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Storage-stable, fluid dispensing device using a hydrogen gas generator |
6,045,055
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Device and Method for delivering fluid |
6,109,539
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Controlled release of substances |
6,135,126
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Brush that delivers beneficial agents |
6,220,267
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Apparatus and method for controllably delivering fluid to a second fluid stream |
6,283,461
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Automatic cyclic fluid delivery device and associated process |
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| Gas Separation |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
4,674,321
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Leak detector |
4,725,346
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Electrolyte assembly for oxygen generating device and electrodes therefor |
4,768,371
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Leak detector |
4,879,016
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Electrolyte assembly for oxygen generating device and electrodes therefor |
5,021,137
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Ceramic solid electrolyte based electrochemical oxygen concentrator cell |
5,273,628
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Mixed ionic-electronic conductors for oxygen separation and electrocatalysis |
5,298,138
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Solid electrolyte ion conducting device |
5,338,623
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Series tubular design for solid electrolyte oxygen pump |
5,378,345
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Ceramic solid electrolyte based electrochemical oxygen concentrator cell |
5,399,246
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Inert gas purification |
5,401,372
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Electrochemical catalytic reduction cell for the reduction of NOx in an O2-containing exhaust emission sensors |
5,454,923
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Inert gas purifying system |
5,478,444
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Composite mixed ionic-electronic conductors for oxygen separation and electrocatalysis |
5,479,700
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Design and Manufacturing method for a solid electrolyte ion conducting device |
5,593,552
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Device for electrochemical generation of gas |
5,599,383
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Tubular solid-state membrane module |
5,607,572
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Removal of oxygen from inert gases |
5,616,223
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Mixed ionic-electronic conductors for oxygen separation and electrocatalysis |
5,624,542
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Enhancement of mechanical properties of ceramic membranes and solid electrolytes |
5,681,373
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Planar solid-state membrane module |
5,750,279
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Series planar design for solid electrolyte oxygen pump |
5,868,918
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Method for separating oxygen from an oxygen-containing gas |
6,042,703
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Ion conductor stack with offset seals and biasing electrodes |
6,117,288
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Insulating support for ion conductor stack |
D333005
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Transportable oxygen therapy unit |
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| Ionically Conductive Membranes |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
5,290,405
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NaOH production from ceramic electrolytic cell |
5,578,189
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Decomposition and removal of H2 S into hydrogen and sulfur |
5,580,430
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Selective metal cation-conducting ceramics |
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| Custom Sensors |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
5,120,422
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Sodium ion sensor |
5,273,628
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Mixed ionic-electronic conductors for oxygen separation and electrocatalysis |
5,667,652
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Multi-functional sensor for combustion systems |
6,051,123
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Multi-functional and NOx sensor for combustion systems |
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| Batteries |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
4,407,912
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Electrochemical cell utilizing molten alkali metal electrode-reactant |
4,496,639
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Hydrogen selenide treatment of electrolytes |
4,895,776
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Electrochemical cell utilizing selenium as an electrode-reactant |
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| Other |
| Patent # |
Patent Title |
6,060,196
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Storage-stable zinc anode based electrochemical cell |
6,060,197
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Zinc based electrochemical cell |
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