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Metamorphic Hybrid Compliant Mechanisms (Case No. 2025-038)

Summary: Researchers in the Mechanical Engineering Department at UCLA have developed a compliant technique that can be utilized for a wide array of industries, including next-generation joint reconstruction surgeries, precision manufacturing, robotics, aerospace transportation, and automation applications. Background: Bearings are commonly used to...

Published: 3/13/2025 | Inventor(s): Tyler Clites, Cameron Taylor, He Kai Lim, Jonathan Hopkins

Keywords(s): Aeronautics, Aerospace Engineering, Automation, biomedical implantation, compliant mechanisms, constraint design, Energy Efficiency, flexure systems, Implant (Medicine), multi-degrees of freedom (DOF), Orthopaedics, Orthopedics and Prosthetics (O & P), Robotics

Category(s): Mechanical > Aeronautics & Aerospace, Mechanical > Robotics, Mechanical > Manufacturing, Mechanical > Instrumentation, Mechanical > Mechanical Systems, Medical Devices > Prosthetics, Medical Devices > Surgical Tools, Therapeutics > Orthopaedics, Materials, Therapeutics > Musculoskeletal Disease

System and Methods for Fluidic Control in Ophthalmic Procedures (Case No. 2024-229)

Summary: Researchers in the Mechanical Engineering Department at UCLA developed an innovative mechatronic system that can perform fast and accurate pressure regulation during cataract surgeries. Background: Despite being generally safe and successful, cataract surgery has a complication rate of about 6%, which is concerning given the high volume...

Published: 2/14/2025 | Inventor(s): Tsu-Chin Tsao, Yuting Lai, Aya Barzelay Wollman

Keywords(s): biomedical sensors, Intraocular Lens , Ophthalmology, Robotic Surgery

Category(s): Mechanical > Instrumentation, Medical Devices > Hospital Systems, Medical Devices > Surgical Tools, Medical Devices > Monitoring And Recording Systems, Therapeutics > Ophthalmology

1-Micron Frequency Comb OCT System (Case No. 2023-036)

Summary: UCLA researchers in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering have developed a new optical coherence tomography system for clinical imaging applications. Background: Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique that is used in many clinical settings. OCT is used in ophthalmology to visualize layers...

Published: 2/14/2025 | Inventor(s): Chee Wei Wong, Tristan Melton, James McMillan

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Category(s): Electrical, Electrical > Imaging, Electrical > Electronics & Semiconductors, Life Science Research Tools, Life Science Research Tools > Microscopy And Imaging, Life Science Research Tools > Animal Imaging, Mechanical, Mechanical > Instrumentation

2021-359 Seeing Through Random Diffusers Without a Computer

Summary: UCLA researchers in the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering have developed an all optics-based system that can perform image reconstruction at the speed of light for images distorted by light scattering and diffusion. Background: Imaging is an essential technique for everything from biomedical optics and atmospheric physics...

Published: 2/14/2025 | Inventor(s): Aydogan Ozcan, Yi Luo, Ege Cetintas, Yair Rivenson

Keywords(s): Automation, Computer Vision, Digital Electronics, Electronics & Semiconductors, Optics, Photonics, Remote Sensing, Robotics, Signal Reconstruction, Turbines

Category(s): Electrical, Electrical > Electronics & Semiconductors, Electrical > Imaging, Mechanical, Mechanical > Instrumentation, Mechanical > Robotics, Optics & Photonics

2020-943 GENERATION OF PLASMA REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE SURROUNDING RE-ENTRY VEHICLES

SUMMARY: UCLA researchers in the Department of Physics and Astronomy have developed an innovative benchtop method to generate plasmas similar to those enveloping aerial vehicles during reentry. BACKGROUND: When reentering Earth’s atmosphere at hypersonic speeds, aerial vehicles often lose communication with ground operations. This communication...

Published: 2/14/2025 | Inventor(s): Seth Putterman, John Koulakis, Seth Pree

Keywords(s): Atmospheric Entry, Communication & Networking, Plasma (Physics), Radio Frequency, Telecommunication

Category(s): Mechanical > Instrumentation, Electrical > Quantum Computing, Mechanical > Aeronautics & Aerospace

Lamprey Lock: a Secure, High Flow Catheter Connector (Case No. 2021-081)

Summary: UCLA researchers in the Department of Radiology have developed an innovative catheter connector that improves fluid flow while maintaining compatibility with standard Luer-lock catheters and tubing. Background: Luer-lock connectors are the industry standard for providing a secure, watertight means to interconnect tubing and catheters. However,...

Published: 2/14/2025 | Inventor(s): Lucas Cusumano, Justin Mcwilliams

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Category(s): Mechanical > Instrumentation, Medical Devices, Medical Devices > Medical Imaging

2019-887 Ergonomically-Designed Controller for Video Game Performance

SUMMARYUCLA researchers in the Department of Architecture and Urban Design have developed a method for detailed motion mapping during video game play that allows for the design of custom-made, ergonomic handheld controllers for improved gaming performance. BACKGROUND Gaming entertainment represents a multi-billion dollar market that is expected to...

Published: 2/14/2025 | Inventor(s): Marta Nowak

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Category(s): Mechanical > Instrumentation