Atomic and molecular modeling system
US9916772B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06T2207/20116
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A modeling system is provided which comprises a physical atomic modeling system structured for use in conjunction with a computer-implemented application which can execute a vision detection and analysis algorithm. When used to form molecular representations or models, the modeling system can be used to make molecular bonding visible, tangible, and more readily understandable to a student or other user. Various embodiments of the invention leverage the effectiveness of tangible, tactile systems to create a learning experience which increases understanding of atomic bonding at the valence electron interaction level.
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