Systems and methods for formation and harvesting of nanofibrous materials
US10029442B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 27, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 12, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T442/699
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system that receives nanomaterials, forms nanofibrous materials therefrom, and collects these nanofibrous materials for subsequent applications. The system include a housing coupled to a synthesis chamber within which nanotubes are produced. A spindle may extend from within the housing, across the inlet, and into the chamber for collecting nanotubes and twisting them into a yarn. A body portion may be positioned at an intake end of the spindle. The body portion may include a pathway for imparting a twisting force onto the flow of nanotubes and guide them into the spindle for collection and twisting into the nanofibrous yarn. Methods and apparatuses for forming nanofibrous are also disclosed.
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