High-throughput adhesion testing methodologies and systems
Innovative high-throughput adhesion testing systems leveraging robotics and automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in industrial applications. Developed through collaboration between academic and industry expertise, these systems offer cost-effective and reliable data generation.
Overview
The development of high-throughput adhesion testing methodologies and systems aims to revolutionize the evaluation of pressure-sensitive adhesives and coatings. By integrating robotics and automation, these systems provide a cost-effective and reliable means of generating accurate and traceable data. This collaborative effort between academic researchers and private industry leverages the strengths of both sectors to transition from laboratory innovations to robust industrial applications.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Utilizes robotics for automated testing processes, enhancing throughput and reducing manual errors
- Designed for testing pressure-sensitive adhesives and coatings under near-industrial conditions
- Incorporates simple user interfaces to facilitate ease of use and demonstration of feasibility
- Employs a holistic systems approach combined with rapid prototyping for efficient development
Technology readiness level
Currently at Technology Readiness Level 2, this project is in the early stages of development and validation. Initial concepts have been explored through laboratory experimentation, with plans to progress towards detailed system design and industrial deployment in collaboration with industry partners.
About Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is a mid-sized private research university in Troy, New York, with a STEM‑intensive profile and applied research orientation. Industry collaborates through co‑located, industry‑accessible labs and a high‑performance computing environment for modeling, simulation, and data‑intensive research. A nearby research and technology park, incubation resources, and a well‑established co‑op pipeline link companies to faculty expertise and student talent. Research is supported by competitive federal funding, including NSF, NIH, DOE, and DoD. A dedicated technology transfer office streamlines IP, licensing, and startup formation with business‑friendly agreements.
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