TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Hub and Chip Modular Multi Nozzle Design for Increased Production Microencapsulation
ID: IL-13973Type: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFLLNS – DOE CONTRACTORLivermore, CA, 94551, USA

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All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (333248)
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    The Department of Energy, through the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), is offering a collaboration opportunity to further develop and commercialize its Hub and Chip Modular Multi Nozzle Design for Increased Production Microencapsulation. This innovative design aims to enhance the efficiency of droplet generation for microencapsulation by allowing interchangeable droplet generation chips, which can be easily replaced and cleaned, thus improving production scalability and operational flexibility. The technology has potential applications in various fields, including CO2 capture, pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics, and is currently at a technology readiness level (TRL) of 3-5. Interested companies are encouraged to submit a statement of interest, including their corporate expertise and contact information, to LLNL's Innovation and Partnerships Office by email or written correspondence.

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