信州ＴＬＯ List of Products and Services

We introduce a new positive electrode material that solves the issue of "capacity degradation" that has been a challenge for conventional nickel-zinc batteries. This positive electrode material is based on the intercalation reaction of layered double hydroxides (LDH), which are composed of divalent metal hydroxide ions and trivalent metal ions. The layered structure of LDH also helps to avoid capacity degradation caused by the nickel-zinc reaction, making it suitable as a positive electrode material. It contributes to the development of secondary batteries that excel in performance and safety, serving as an alternative to non-aqueous, acidic secondary batteries. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

• Fuel Cells

Introduction to the practical application study of "zinc fuel cells" with excellent safety and storage properties. The electrochemical reduction of zinc is easy, but there are practical challenges in uniformly controlling the shape of large quantities of zinc. A method for reducing and generating zinc into a shape that facilitates "extraction from the electrolytic cell" and "introduction into air batteries" is necessary. Aiming for the practical application of fuel cells that store energy in zinc instead of hydrogen, we are advancing the development of a generation method for zinc fuel that excels in storage and handling properties. 【Features】 ■ Round-trip efficiency: More than twice that of hydrogen ■ Fuel safety: High safety due to being solid ■ Catalyst cost: Inexpensive (activated carbon) *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the research and development of a cancer screening test kit. "Calmodulin Binding Peptide (CBP)" can be applied as a peptide aptamer for detecting Midkine (MK) in screening test kits. Since it does not bind to similar epitopes, which is a challenge with antibodies, it has high specificity. Additionally, it can be manufactured using chemical synthesis methods, allowing for a cost reduction to less than 1/10 of conventional methods. 【Features】 ■ Binding affinity of MK-CBP - Confirmed strong intermolecular interactions ■ Specificity of MK-CBP binding - mtCBP (mutant type) showed high specificity for MK *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Introduction to the application of thyroid internal exposure prevention and reduction technology in food and beverages. Oral compositions containing cyclodextrin (CD) strongly encapsulate radioactive iodine in the gastrointestinal tract, inhibiting the absorption of radioactive iodine in the small intestine. As a result, internal exposure of the thyroid to radioactive iodine is reduced. Currently, we are working with international organizations related to radiation protection to include this technology in recommendations for nuclear disaster situations. 【Features】 ■ Can be used for preventive purposes: Can be taken even when the risk of internal exposure to radioactive iodine is low. ■ Can be taken at individual discretion: Contains CD, which is also a food, and has almost no side effects. 【Expected Uses】 As food and beverages or pharmaceuticals containing cyclodextrin: ■ Use during nuclear disasters. ■ Use for healthcare workers who have long-term contact with patients undergoing treatment with radioactive iodine. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the effects of Jerusalem artichoke extract on alleviating symptoms of cedar pollen allergy. Using a pollen allergy model mouse, we compared groups that consumed the tuber extract with those that did not. The results of our examination of "scratching frequency" and "serum IgE concentration," which is a cause of pollen allergy, revealed that the tuber extract significantly reduces allergy symptoms. Additionally, we confirmed similar effects on alleviating cedar pollen allergy symptoms with extracts from Jerusalem artichoke leaves. We are also identifying the active ingredients that suppress allergy symptoms. [Published Content] ■ Effects of methanol extract from Jerusalem artichoke (tuber) on alleviating allergy symptoms ■ Effects of hot water extract from Jerusalem artichoke (leaves) on alleviating allergy symptoms ■ Identification of active ingredients and comparison of yields from tubers and leaves *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the "Virus Inactivation Filter" that we handle. This filter is made by three-dimensionally integrating activated carbon and a heater using a discharge plasma sintering method. It can be applied to air purifiers, air conditioner filters, and air purification in closed spaces. 【Features】 ■ Can be heated efficiently to virus inactivation temperatures (above 80°C) ■ Demonstrated "over 99.9%" inactivation with activated carbon and heat ■ Sintered and formed in bulk with "various shapes" and "pore volume and size" *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Shinshu TLO Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture) has recently launched a new technology introduction page to further promote technological collaboration with companies. This page features a cross-disciplinary collection of technology seeds originating from universities and research institutions that the company handles, supporting the creation of technology exploration and collaboration opportunities in corporate research and development and new business development departments. It broadly introduces technologies applicable to various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and information and communication, without being limited to specific fields. A rapid response system for technology consultations and matching from the industrial sector has also been established, promoting the creation of new value through industry-academia collaboration. *For more details on the press release, please refer to the related link. For further inquiries, feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a new method for generating ultra-fine bubbles. High-quality, high-density ultra-fine bubbles can be produced. They can be generated in large quantities in a short time, eliminating cost constraints. Additionally, long-term stable storage is possible. Applications in factory cleaning, treatment methods, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices are anticipated. 【Features of the Ultra-Fine Bubble (UFB) Generation Method】 ■ High quality, low running costs, and large-scale production in a short time ■ A greater number of ultra-fine bubbles compared to existing commercial products ■ Control of bubble size from micro to nano ■ Flow rate control is possible *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Our company provides intraoperative visual support for cervical cancer radiation therapy (needle applicator insertion). The projectable support information includes patient CT images and MRI images, contours of tumors, organs, and needle insertion areas, centroid coordinates of the needle insertion area, and dye distribution. Additionally, it can be utilized for non-clinical purposes such as educational guidance by senior physicians and information sharing with other staff. 【Features】 ■ Uses radiation therapy planning DICOM data as a 3D model for intraoperative visual support ■ The only necessary equipment is a head-mounted display (HMD), allowing for low-cost development and implementation ■ Enables high-resolution intraoperative support compared to ultrasound images *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Welfare and medical equipment

I would like to introduce the "Estimation of Shear Force Using Piezo Wire Sensors" conducted at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tokyo Denki University. Using a force gauge, vertical loads were applied to stacked materials, and tensile tests were conducted using a motor under a total of 55 conditions, including 11 vertical load conditions and 5 motor voltage conditions. The estimation accuracy of shear force was 92.5% for sensors processed into a circular shape and 93.1% for sensors woven into fabric. 【Key Points】 ■ Estimation of shear force from vibration measurements using piezo wire sensors ■ Real-time three-dimensional visualization of shear force and vertical load inside shoes *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other measuring instruments

We would like to introduce Saitama University's development of a "hybrid urination flow measurement device." This device utilizes a hybrid method (image + sound) for flow estimation, combining urine imaging (Axis Switching) and sound energy, allowing for non-contact and hygienic measurement. It can also handle low flow rates and subtle flow variations through missing data estimation using Gappy POD. High-precision flow estimation is possible across the entire flow range. 【Features】 ■ Flow estimation using urine imaging (Axis Switching) ■ Flow estimation using sound energy ■ Missing data estimation using Gappy POD ■ Capable of handling low flow rates and subtle flow variations *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other measuring instruments

We will introduce a technology developed at Saitama University for accurately detecting spatiotemporal phenomena arising from local climate and environmental factors. By acquiring multiple imaging data sets that include coordinate and timestamp data, we calculate the probability that specific features predetermined within the imaging data are present, using a deep learning model. In the real world, we compute the average probability calculated daily within a set grid and detect or estimate changes in phenomena from the resulting time series data. 【Features】 - It is possible to understand landscapes from imaging data with location information, such as from onboard cameras. - This technology enables the understanding of regional environments and landscapes that cannot be captured by satellite observations or drones. - It is expected to be useful for detecting disaster damage, land abandonment, deforestation, land cover changes, landscape changes, and thermal environment changes such as heat islands. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Measurement and Inspection

We would like to introduce our "angiogenesis inhibitor" that suppresses CD9 expression (siRNA). Results from validation using a rat corneal model showed that the suppression of CD9 expression significantly inhibited both the motility and invasiveness of endothelial cells. Additionally, the angiogenesis inhibitory effect was confirmed in both pathways involving different angiogenic factors (HGF and VEGF). [Key Points] ■ Confirmed significant suppression of motility and invasiveness in vitro ■ Clear angiogenesis inhibitory effect confirmed in vivo ■ An angiogenesis inhibitor with universal effects against different angiogenic factors *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a new technology for improving the strength of non-woven fabrics using thermoplastic resins. This technology has shown the potential to address the issues of deterioration in core PET fibers that were present in conventional techniques. It has become possible, through this technology, to create fusion points at lower temperatures than the degradation of PET, suggesting the potential for further strengthening and dimensional stability of needle-punched non-woven fabrics. [Contribution to Companies, PR Points] ■ Can contribute more to companies through application development ■ Scientific validation can be achieved by conducting necessary additional experiments for implementation ■ Technical guidance for full-scale implementation, etc. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Manufacturing Technology

I would like to introduce the topic of "Technology Development Related to Early Healing of Bone Fractures." Based on the discovery of the phenomenon where osteoblasts are induced to align in a nano-periodic structure, we verified the regeneration of the fracture site using metal fixtures (bolts/sheets) with nano-periodic structures. In animal experiments using rats, while complete regeneration was not achieved by four weeks post-surgery, partial induction of bone formation in the superficial layer was confirmed, preceding the deeper bone layer. 【Verification Contents】 ■ Verification of early healing through reduced alignment induction of osteoblasts ■ Verification of early healing using nano-periodic structures combined with bone healing promoting substances ■ Verification of early healing through the application of mechanical vibrations *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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This is a technology that realizes "soft robots" that combine dexterity and flexibility. Inspired by the peristaltic movement of caterpillars, it enables the rotation and movement of objects while grasping them within the robotic hand. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Picking robots (shelf transport robots, arm picking robots)

The "Body Movement Detection Panel and Sleep State Monitoring System" is a technology that can determine the states of a care recipient as "lying down," "getting up," and "out of bed" based on body movement data obtained from the body movement detection panel. By using deep learning to "predict the waking state," notifications are sent to caregivers just before the recipient gets up. Additionally, since it is a panel type that can be placed under the mattress, it can be installed on various types of beds. 【Features】 ■ Non-contact, non-restrictive, highly versatile body movement detection panel ■ Notification possible 1-2 minutes before getting up *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Nursing care products

We will introduce the "Omnidirectional Movement Device and Its Posture Control Method." The "Ball-riding Omnidirectional Vehicle" is a vehicle that can maintain dynamic stability, while the "Joint-type Omnidirectional Vehicle" is a vehicle that can realize an omnidirectional movement device by arranging multiple omnidirectional wheels and connecting the body and chassis with a flexible joint. The ball-riding type is envisioned as a means of transportation in commercial facilities (level ground) such as large stores, while the joint type is expected to be used for applications like electric wheelchairs (supporting caregivers and reducing labor). [Overview] ■ Purpose of this technology (Technical background) ■ Technology related to the Ball-riding Omnidirectional Vehicle ■ Technology related to the Joint-type Omnidirectional Vehicle *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Wheelchair

I would like to introduce the "Chemical Titration Method Using Microchannels." Due to the cross-shaped microchannel design, it allows for easy and inexpensive device manufacturing. Measurements can be taken in just a few seconds and the device is portable, making it suitable for field analysis. Additionally, it can continuously measure titration values, enabling its application in inline analysis. 【Features】 ■ Cross-shaped microchannel ■ Measurement in seconds + portable ■ Continuous titration value measurement *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other analytical equipment

Introducing "high-efficiency vibrators." By utilizing high vibration frequencies from higher longitudinal waves and unique electrode patterning, we achieve improved driving efficiency. The "skin sensation display" that utilizes this technology operates at a driving voltage of 909.8 kHz, 10 Vp-p, with a modulation frequency of 300 Hz to 400 Hz, providing a skin sensation similar to a "rough" texture. [Features] - Improved driving efficiency - Applicable to various voltage materials *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Introducing the "Microencapsulation Technology for Self-Healing Functions." By combining microcapsules (MC) containing repair agents with metal catalysts that are less prone to degradation from heat, we achieve "self-healing materials" with excellent long-term stability. Potential applications include fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP), construction materials such as roofs and exterior walls, and coating materials like paints and sealants. 【Self-Healing Mechanism】 1. Disperse MC containing catalysts and repair agents within the material. 2. When a crack reaches the MC, the repair agent is released. 3. The repair agent and catalyst initiate a curing reaction, repairing the material. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce "New Applications of Cellulose Nanocrystals." When a suspension of carboxylated oxidized CNC is impregnated or sprayed onto fabric, it adheres to the surface of the fabric through hydrogen bonding, demonstrating deodorizing functionality without damaging the material. The oxidized CNC can be removed along with the odor-causing substances during cleaning, allowing for repeated use of the CNC. In addition to deodorization, we are also considering applications for coloring. Please feel free to contact us if you are interested. 【Advantages】 ■ Deodorizing capability can be imparted to the fabric in advance (before the occurrence of odors) ■ Maintains the original physical properties of the fabric (does not damage) ■ Deodorizing capability can be easily applied and removed *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce "Meltblown of Polycarbonate/Polypropylene Composite." We have successfully produced composite meltblown nonwoven fabric using ultra-thick polycarbonate (PC) fibers. The incorporation of PC fibers has particularly increased the maximum pore diameter. There is a significant difference in capacity retention rates at 2C or 100 cycles. Please feel free to contact us when you need assistance. 【Overview】 Fiber blending ratio 0-17%: Increased pore diameter, decreased thermal shrinkage rate ⇒ Improved thermal stability and increased pore diameter due to PC fiber blending *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This technology allows for free design of metal surfaces using lasers. It can be applied to metals that form anodized coatings, such as aluminum, titanium, magnesium, and their alloys. The laser can be realized using commercially available lasers (such as carbon dioxide lasers). 【Features】 ■ By irradiating the metal surface with a laser and performing partial coloring, free painting is possible. ■ After coloring, applying a chemical reaction (sealing) treatment results in a highly durable coating. ■ Common paints can be used, and it is also possible to create images that stand out using fluorescent paints. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The technology involves the production of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) using wheat bran (the outer layer of wheat). The amount of carboxyl groups present on the surface is extremely high compared to those derived from wood pulp or cotton. The amount of sulfate ester groups introduced through sulfuric acid hydrolysis is also relatively high, making it effective for functional performance on the surface. 【Features】 ■ Nano composite film - Light transmittance - Reinforcement effect ■ Fiber (wet spinning) - Tensile strength *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Introducing "Culture Medium for Primary Skeletal Muscle Cells." This culture medium composition allows for the pure and large-scale culture of only muscle stem cells in primary skeletal muscle culture. It enables cultivation without contamination from other cells. 【Features】 ■ Enhanced cell proliferation ■ Can also culture slow-twitch muscle types ■ Maintains differentiation and contraction ability after freezing and thawing *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Introducing the "Universal 3D Nutrition Labeling System." We have developed a program that visually represents nutritional characteristics using colors, shapes, and sizes. The color of the sphere indicates nutritional balance, while the size of the sphere represents the amount of energy. [Features] - Easily understand the amount and ratio of energy and nutrients at a glance. - Applicable to both food and dishes. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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Introducing the "Metal Peptide Complex MPF." Due to the pH-responsive/reduction-responsive nature of the ligands, it is possible to control the release of encapsulated substances, making it applicable as a carrier structure for various materials in dispersion technology. When applied as a DDS (Drug Delivery System) carrier, it releases drugs in response to the low pH environment of cancer cells. 【Features】 ■ Polymer ligands ■ Soft structure that is difficult to crystallize *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"DeepProtect" is a decentralized machine learning technology that allows multiple organizations to share models through deep learning without sharing data with each other. In areas such as materials informatics, it enables multiple organizations to collaborate on creating AI systems while maintaining the confidentiality of their data. There are use cases such as secure integrated analysis of healthcare data. 【Use Cases】 ■ Manufacturing - Predictive maintenance for equipment failures - Quality control and anomaly detection ■ Medical & Life Sciences - Secure integrated analysis of healthcare data - Optimization of drug discovery processes *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The technology is a surface modification technique for powdered silicon that enables the recycling of silicon cutting waste generated during the semiconductor manufacturing process. By using a sacrificial mold method, the surface of silicon particles is coated with hectorite, providing silicon materials suitable for industrial use. Please feel free to consult us regarding technical guidance, evaluation analysis, joint research, sample provision, etc. 【Features】 ■ Recycling silicon cutting waste into black pigments ■ Higher thermal conductivity compared to carbon and iron(III) oxide ■ Hydrophobically treated, well dispersed in a mixture of soybean oil and water ethanol *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Other resource recycling

"High-pressure processed rice" is a high-functional rice that has been treated with water and heat, subjected to a pressure equivalent to the water pressure at a depth of 10,000 meters (100 MPa) on brown rice or paddy rice. Compared to white rice, brown rice contains a higher amount of polyphenols, as well as B vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, and is considered beneficial for health. We can process and provide the rice of your choice up to a few kilograms (contract required), so please feel free to inquire. [Features] - Particularly high in polyphenols (about 70% of brown rice) - Less prone to breakage during milling (reducing loss) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This is a capacitive humidity sensor that combines polyimide with excellent heat resistance and chemical stability and MWCNT (multi-walled carbon nanotubes) + SWCNT (single-walled carbon nanotubes), achieving a response time on the order of 10 ms, which is 100 times faster than conventional sensors. Carbon nanotubes (CNT) have a nanoscale mesh structure, making them gas-permeable electrodes. It is also important that the upper electrode does not hinder the movement of gas molecules; for example, in the case of a humidity sensor that permeates water vapor, high hydrophobicity can be expected to enable a fast response. This technology improves response speed, sensitivity, temperature change suppression, and durability by attaching CNTs as the upper electrode to a thin film of polyimide, whose electrical properties change due to water vapor or gaseous chemicals, compared to conventional humidity sensors.

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This is a method to solve the issue of "incomplete infiltration" in tissue regeneration materials. Using vacuum pressure infiltration, we were able to introduce cells deep into porous materials (e.g., collagen, PLA, etc.). Subsequent proliferation and differentiation have also been confirmed.

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Solid microparticles can be freely fixed at targeted positions within a water-soluble gel. By combining solid components, we have overcome the weaknesses of gel microparticles and achieved multifunctionality. It can be adapted to various emulsion polymerization monomers such as polystyrene, polymethyl methacrylate, and polymethyl ethyl acrylate.

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Oligo DNA derived from the genome sequences of beneficial microorganisms such as lactic acid bacteria forms a characteristic three-dimensional structure and functions as an aptamer that binds to target proteins. Muscle-forming type oligo DNA promotes muscle differentiation, enhances cardiomyocyte differentiation, and suppresses adipocyte differentiation, while bone-forming type oligo DNA promotes the differentiation of osteoblasts.

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This technology provides excellent functionality of the compound Chol-U-Pr-mPEG, which has a steroid group as the hydrophobic part and includes PEG as the hydrophilic part. The cholesteryl group is hydrophobic and can be coated onto the surfaces of hydrophobic resin materials such as polypropylene and polystyrene, which are widely used in medical materials, using the Grafting-to method. It is also known that among proteins, it can suppress platelet adhesion, so its use as an anti-thrombotic coating in circuits such as ECMO and artificial dialysis devices is anticipated. 【Advantages】 ■ Reduction of chemical modification processes and labor ■ No residual by-products ■ Significantly suppresses protein (globulin) adsorption compared to PEG *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a new environmentally friendly fire extinguishing agent developed by the Faculty of Engineering at Miyazaki University. Available in liquid and powder forms, it extinguishes fires by solidifying with foam that reacts to temperature, and the foam does not dissipate even at high temperatures. It does not use surfactants or organic fluorine compounds that are considered harmful to human health, and it has been proven effective in extinguishing metal fires, such as magnesium, where water and ABS extinguishing agents cannot be used, with a solidifying "strong foam." 【Features】 ■ Extinguishes various types of fires with foam ■ Effective for metal fires ■ Minimal environmental impact and low cost ■ Usable in both powder and liquid forms ■ Effective in extinguishing magnesium fires *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Safety and consumables

【Deformation Anisotropy】 "Method for identifying orthotropic elastic properties of rock masses through uniaxial testing" - Capable of identifying three principal axes + 9 parameters (not possible with conventional techniques) - Significantly fewer tests required (3 cylindrical specimens) - Applicable to prismatic specimens as well - Low cost, high precision 【Simple Shear】 "Simple shear testing of rock prismatic specimens using torsion" - The only testing method available in the country - Clarifies the deformation characteristics of rocks during earthquakes - Obtains data necessary for seismic design - Evaluation of repeated "shear" - Traffic loads from vehicles and trains - Foundations of offshore wind power affected by wave action

• Structural Survey

This technology is a power circuit breaker that adopts a completely new operating principle, not an extension of conventional technology. By highly integrating fuses and semiconductor switches, it enables the realization of a "next-generation circuit breaker" that can instantly limit overcurrent. - It can reliably prevent and completely interrupt abnormal large currents every time. - It allows for immediate current limiting and interruption (AC, DC, overcurrent). - High-speed re-energization is possible. - High versatility (operating voltage 0.1 to 10 kV). - High design flexibility makes optimization for various applications easy. Comparison with existing circuit breakers for railways: - Interrupt time (approximately 40% shorter). - Device size (approximately 95% smaller). - Price (approximately 90% reduction). By dramatically reducing the risk of electrical equipment failure and minimizing current resistance, benefits such as miniaturization and cost reduction of electrical systems can be expected.

• Lightning protection

The representative arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi coexist with the roots of various crops, absorbing nutrients (especially phosphorus) from the soil and supplying them to the crops. Therefore, they are utilized as environmentally friendly microbial materials to reduce phosphorus fertilizer. The current materials are obtained through "co-cultivation," but there are challenges remaining in mass production and quality stabilization, leading to considerations for materialization through "pure culture." Our group has discovered an efficient pure culture method by adding fatty acids such as myristic acid to the medium during the culture of parent spores. However, since the microbial materials obtained from pure cultures are stored in refrigeration until they are used in the field, we are examining production conditions for next-generation spores that can maintain sufficient germination rates even after refrigeration. By adding not only myristic acid but also palmitic acid to the medium, we can approach the germination rates achieved through co-cultivation, contributing to the "quality stabilization" following the mass production of microbial materials. [Summary] - Established an efficient pure culture method for mycorrhizal fungi by adding fatty acids to the medium. - Further innovations in the fatty acids added to the medium for the materialization of spores suitable for refrigeration storage. - Technical guidance is possible for the materialization of unique strains held by various companies, rather than a monopoly on technology by a single company.

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At the Shinshu University Faculty of Engineering, the Arai-Shimizu Laboratory develops unique technologies, including "CNT composite plating technology," which creates plating films that combine carbon nanotubes and metals, and "roughening plating treatment," which enhances adhesion between steel and resin. If you are interested in collaborative research aimed at practical applications, please feel free to contact us. 【Research Content】 ■ CNT Composite Plating Technology - Creates plating films that combine carbon nanotubes and metals - Considering use as an electron emission source for displays ■ Roughening Plating Treatment - Achieves bonding and adhesion enhancement of dissimilar materials (steel/resin) 【Keywords】 Lithium-ion battery materials, energy storage materials, bonding of dissimilar materials (metal and resin), display materials, wear-resistant materials, high thermal conductivity materials, etc. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We introduce a method for estimating blood pressure using photoplethysmographic (PPG) signals and a computer program for blood pressure estimation. In conventional methods for estimating blood pressure using PPG, there have been significant estimation errors due to individual differences and issues related to the black-box nature of nonlinear models, which has prevented widespread adoption. This technology alleviates estimation errors caused by individual differences by introducing feature normalization and bias adjustment for blood pressure, resulting in the generation of a generalized model. To address the black-box issue of nonlinear models, we utilized a multiple regression model to facilitate the interpretation of the blood pressure estimation model. As a result, depending on the training data, it has become possible to construct a generalized blood pressure estimation model with an estimation error of less than 10 mmHg. [Keywords] Health management / Wearable devices / Medical devices / Machine learning / Work style reform *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We have achieved the advancement of non-destructive internal inspection of concrete structures using microwave radar. The aging of social infrastructure is becoming a serious social issue, with many problems related to the safety and security of concrete structures, such as the health diagnosis of tunnels and bridges, seismic performance evaluation of concrete buildings, and deterioration inspection of rebar and piping within concrete. While the construction technology for concrete structures has made remarkable progress, effective diagnostic technologies for their maintenance have not yet been found. This technology has achieved high precision in radar imaging (position and shape estimation) and improved estimation performance of embedded material properties (such as material type and degree of deterioration) through the enhancement of microwave propagation time estimation and the refinement of microwave propagation and reflection models.

• Non-destructive testing

This is a panel unit with a scissor structure designed for high strength and long spans. This panel unit is foldable and can be combined to achieve length adjustments, making it suitable for applications in highly mobile emergency temporary bridges and space structures. Given the recent frequent collapses of bridges due to heavy rain disasters, we encourage you to consider utilizing this technology.

• Temporary Construction Materials

The "Variable Magnetic Flux Motor (MC Motor)" utilizes the "low iron loss," "high strength," and "low saturation magnetic flux density" of magnetic composite materials. Compared to the reference IPM motor, the high-efficiency range (over 96%) has been expanded into the high-speed area. Copper loss is reduced by 40%, and iron loss and magnet eddy current loss are reduced by 50%. Applications are expected in products equipped with inverter motors, such as washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners, dishwashers, and main motors for electric vehicles. 【Features】 ■ Utilizes "low iron loss," "high strength," and "low saturation magnetic flux density" ■ High-efficiency range (over 96%) expanded into the high-speed area compared to the reference IPM motor ■ Copper loss reduced by 40% ■ Iron loss and magnet eddy current loss reduced by 50% ■ High efficiency across a wide speed and torque range *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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