TechPak Form

TechPak Form

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How to Manage TechPak Forms

This page explains different aspects of the TechPak form. It is critical that you enable macros in the form.

Topics:

Macros and the Form
Where to Start:
Some Specific Tips
TechPak Form Field-by-Field

Macros and the Form

The TechPak form is a Microsoft Word document that includes macros. Depending on your security level setting in Word, you may or may not be warned about the existence of these macros when you open a TechPak form. (The Word security level can be set by choosing Tools | Macro | Security. An options dialog appears with two tabs, Security Level and Trusted Sources. On the Security Level tab, there are three choices, High, Medium, and Low.)

If your security level is set to Low, you will not be warned about macros upon opening the TechPak form. Macros will be enabled for you.
If your security level is set to Medium and you have not already indicated that yet2.com is a trusted source, Word warns you that the document you are trying to open contains macros. It presents you with a dialog showing two choices, to open the document with macros enabled or to open the document with macros disabled. You can indicate that yet2.com is a trusted source. If you specify this option (by checking the appropriate checkbox) and open a TechPak with macros enabled, Word does not warn you about macros on any subsequent openings of yet2.com TechPaks. Note that you can always remove yet2.com from the trusted sources list by choosing Tools | Macro | Security from Word menus.
If your security level is set to High and you have not already indicated that yet2.com is a trusted source, Word warns you that the document you are trying to open contains macros. It presents you with a dialog that asks you to open the document with macros disabled. Do not open a TechPak with macros disabled! Word gives you the option to indicate that yet2.com is a trusted source. If you specify this option (by checking the appropriate checkbox), you can open the TechPak with macros enabled. If you open a TechPak with macros enabled (indicating yet2.com is a trusted source), Word does not warn you about macros on any subsequent openings of yet2.com TechPaks. Note that you can always remove yet2.com from the trusted sources list by choosing Tools | Macro | Security from Word menus.

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Warning: It is important that macros are enabled whenever you open a TechPak! If you attempt to open a TechPak with macros disabled, you will run into several problems, including, but not limited to, the following:

You cannot add/remove images with the Insert Image or Remove Image buttons.
You will not be able to change the TechPak type from Standard to Life Sciences and vice versa.
You will not be able to add/remove rows from the Application and Potential Advantage and Patent Details tables.
If you attempt to open a TechPak with macros disabled, each time you click into a field in the TechPak form, you will be reminded that your macros are disabled.

Where to Start:

There are three places to begin a TechPak.

From scratch: You have internal documentation about your technology (access to engineers and scientists, notes, memos, market analyses), but have no patents or TechPaks from which to work.
From a patent: You have patents that reveal technical details. yet2.com can help by converting your selected patents into a basic listing that you can then complete.
From an old-style yet2.com listing: You have a previous-style technology listing in preparation or already live on the yet2.com Web site. yet2.com will migrate an existing listing for you to the TechPak format.

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Starting from Scratch

Starting from a Patent

Starting from an Old-Style Listing

In many ways, completing a TechPak form from scratch is the easiest approach, because you can consider your presentation and are not adapting existing materials to a new use.

A patent is often the starting point for writing a TechPak. However, patents are often written in a cumbersome legal style, which doesn't necessarily market your technology effectively.

yet2.com can help you by migrating the information from your existing listings into the new TechPak form. However, after carefully listening to comments from the field and making several major software improvements to our site, we have eliminated some fields, added others, and mapped fields from the old form to the new. You'll want to examine the information in any migrated listing to confirm how it appears in the new form.

The Long Description

The "Technical Detail" section of your TechPak can generally be written by rewriting the "Background of the Invention" and "Summary of the Invention" sections of the underlying patent. Basically the Background serves as a review of what problem the technology solves, and explains the shortcomings of other approaches. This type of information is a good lead-in, because the reader has a context within which to appreciate the benefits of your technology.

There should be enough information pulled from the "Summary of the Invention" part of the patent that someone experienced in the field can make a good assessment as to whether your technology might solve their problem. However too much information at this stage is overwhelming. By removing the legalese and repetitive phrases, and by highlighting the important points, you can craft a concise and readable description.

TechPak Fields (requiring your input):

Type of Collaboration

Image/Picture

Display Company Identity

Technology Differentiation & Uniqueness

Development Status Summary

Related Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

Collaboration Description

Seller Support Checkboxes

Primary Author, Inventor, & Licensing Manager

Internal Use Notes

Life Sciences

Provider Company Description

Technology Benefits Description & Technology Differentiation and Uniqueness

Again, the Background of the Invention section of the patent should alert you to the shortcomings of the prior art. The Summary of the Invention section of a patent explains how the invention improves upon prior work, or how it circumvents or overcomes the shortcomings. These features need to be identified from the patent text and captured in direct, clear language.

TechPak Fields (that map to old-style forms but require your editing):

Functional Abstract = Promotional Description

General Abstract = Technology Benefits

Attachments = Attachments

Dropped Fields:

Keywords

Research Discipline

Glossary

Licenses Already Granted

Introduction Fee

Patent Title

Patent Year of Issue

Preparer's Name

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Some Specific Tips

Here are some tips for completing the TechPak form:

Define acronyms the first time that you use them. For example, write out "polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA)" initially; later in your document, you can use "PMMA" as a more compact form.
Use bullets.
Use a variety of synonyms, rather than repeat the same word. For example: method, process, procedure, technique.
Chemical patents often contain very long lists of chemical compounds or groups. It streamlines your description to just mention a few of these, and then use the phrase "and others".
Avoid these "legal-sounding" words and phrases:
thereof, means, therein, heretofore, aforementioned, subject, invention, prior art, preferred embodiment, "It is a primary object of this invention to...", "It is an additional object...", "...includes, but is not limited to...", "As should now be readily apparent,...", "With reference to Figure 2...", "Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that...", "This invention discloses...", "This invention relates to..."

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TechPak Form Field-by-Field

This table explains each field in the TechPak form.

Field

Definition

Benefit

Writing Guidelines

Example

Title
(Required)

This is the title of the TechPak. It is the first field that the searcher sees after completing a Search.

Captures key technical idea

This helps differentiate the yet2.com TechPak from a patent
Title should be concise
Title should emphasize the key functionality and benefit, not the application

Patent Writing:

"Method of processing "BPS" glass ceramic and seals made therewith"

TechPak Writing:

"Continuous Processing of Glass Ceramic Seals"

(Avoid acronyms and legal language)

Promotional Description
(Required)

Describes the functionality in basic terms, so that a person with no expertise in this field can understand it.

This is the second paragraph of text that a searcher views.

Engages searchers interest throughout

Searchers from a wide variety of industries will have a clear understanding of functionality

Will inform searcher immediately if technology might be helpful in meeting their need or solve their problem

Should be a generic description in layperson´s terminology
Write as a short synopsis of the functional attributes and benefits of the technology
Focus on being descriptive so that the searcher can grasp the basic mechanism
A wide audience from outside of your industry should be able to have a basic understanding of the functionality
Leave out any technical jargon
Should be concise and list key features in 1-4 sentences

This highly efficient, breakthrough power management system enables easier design, decreased size, increased functionality, and extended run time for portable electronic devices. The improved design allows for a smaller footprint and reduced heat dissipation, enabling easier integration into device designs. The system can operate with sub-1 Volt input voltages, and its high efficiency allows for significantly increased run-time and/or functionality.

Front-Page Image
(Optional)

This is the image that is displayed on the first page of the TechPak. Including an image here is strongly suggested to aid in marketing your technology.

An image can be a compelling way to help illustrate and market your technology

Maximum image size is 280 pixels wide X 295 pixels high. If you paste an image wider than 280 or taller than 295 pixels, the TechPak form will shrink the largest dimension of the image to fit, and then scale the other dimension by the same percentage.
Images are not expanded. If you paste an image of 100 pixels X 100 pixels, the TechPak does not expand it to 280 pixels.
The image as it appears in the TechPak form is the way it will appear on the site.
Image should assist in describing the functionality of the technology.
Image should be high impact
Image should correspond with the Functional Description
Must provide an intuitive feel as to what the technology accomplishes
Images NOT to include in this section are: charts, mechanical engineering drawings or detailed cross-sections

Listing Type

Depicts which industry/field this technology will have the most benefit.

Allows for the appropriate fields to be available in the "Development Status" and "Potential Application" sections

The selection made will affect the list of values that appear in the "Development Stage" and "Potential Application" sections
This selection will not appear on the live TechPak
Standard Listing: Categorizes a technology that was not developed specifically for the Life Sciences field
Life Sciences Listing: Categorizes a technology that was developed for the Life Sciences field

Technology Type
(Optional)

Depicts the nature of the technology.

Helps to characterize the technology

Check off the appropriate technology type by following the guidelines in the example
This selection will not appear on the live TechPak

By using a certain catalyst and operating conditions in a polymerization process, higher yields of a desired product can be obtained.

If you have invented a new catalyst this would be considered a material technology.

Novel assemblies of mechanical components, for example to create a supercharger, would constitute a design technology.

Computer code (a set of computer instructions) is a software technology: it is often copyrighted, but the underlying inventive ideas may be patented.

Display Company Identity

This field allows a choice whether or not to display the company´s logo and if so, how it is displayed.

When desired the presence of logo can provide credibility

Display Company Logo: Will display the company´s graphic logo in the top margin of the TechPak
Display Company Name without Logo: Allows the name of the company to appear in the top margin, but not the company´s graphic logo
Remain Anonymous: Allows the company to remain completely anonymous with no reference to the company anywhere within the TechPak

Benefits Summary
(Recommended)

This field provides a summary of the benefits that are more fully described in the Technology Benefits Description field.

This field appears on the first page of the TechPak, and introduces the searcher to the benefits of the technology.

Two or three sentences.

The material is soft and absorbent.
The material can be shaped using common machine tools.

Technology Benefits Description
(Required)

Highlights the specific benefits and advantages of the technology.

Searcher will have a clear understanding of how the benefits meet their needs and solve their problems

The first few lines should include enough benefit information to attract a searcher´s attention
Emphasize specifics, such as lower cost, higher yield, greater efficiency, and less waste
Capture each benefit in 1-3 sentences
Refrain from going into too much technical detail
Text can be emphasized through bolding and italics
Graphics included here CAN be tables, charts, graphs, or figures that help to differentiate your technology from other alternatives

The feedstock can incorporate a large fraction of recycled material
The resin can be made into pellets, sheets, or thin films
The material is moldable at a lower temperature than conventional materials
Once reacted, molded articles retain their strength and shape even at temperatures as high as 200 degrees C.
The process is inexpensive and requires only conventional equipment

Technology Differentiation & Uniqueness
(Recommended)

List of attributes that distinguish the technology from prior art.

A powerful tool in communicating how this technology provides the best solution

Focus should be on what discriminates this technology from alternative approaches
Emphasize anything that provides significant differentiation from an existing technology
Text can be emphasized through bolding and italics
Direct comparison with other technologies is helpful
Image should be concise with a diagram, video image or photo as appropriate

Previous methods of superplastically forming a stack of titanium sheets have always involved long heat-up and cool-down times (over 1/2 hour). Our technology reduces these times to less than 5 minutes for typical operations.

In addition, the dies have been made more durable, and safety features have been enhanced. Not only is the die assembly about 50% less expensive to produce, but it also yields economic advantages during operation, since power consumption and run time are reduced. Finished product quality is generally superior, with no excess thinning observed to date.

The superplastic forming process permits significantly more complex hollow structures, with lightweight, thin-walled geometries, which would be exorbitantly expensive using machining or joining methods.

Primary Indication

The primary indication this compound addresses.

Allows the searcher to search by primary indication

Reference the NIH Dictionary

Other Indication

Any other indications this compound addresses.

Allows the searcher to search by Other Indication

Reference the NIH Dictionary

Patent Coverage

The range of indications the patent covers.

Allows the searcher to search by Patent Coverage

Patentable: Capable of being patented
Composition of Matter: The patenting of a new creation
Use: Patenting a new use for a technology

Compound Class

The class of chemical or medical compounds that covers the technology being described.

Placing the technology in its proper compound class enables a viewer to understand its possible application

Text should describe the chemical or medical compounds of the technology
Should be described in 2-3 sentences

Development Stage
(Recommended)

Communicates information about the current development stage.

The selection made in the "Technology Type" field will affect the list of values that appear in the drop down.

Provides searcher an accurate picture of how far the technology has been developed

The actual state of development is a critical component in a technology licensing decision process
Be as accurate as possible in stating the development stage

"Standard Listing" choices:

First Evidence/Concept: The invention has been conceived with some indication that it is functional
Technology/Verification/Prototype: At this stage of development the technical viability has been demonstrated
Advanced Development: Quantities of a product have been produced for assessment
Commercialization: Is tested, proven and being sold

"Life Sciences" choices:

Targets: Targets addressed
Pre-clinical: Very early in pre-clinical trials
Late pre-clinical: The end of pre-clinical trials, prior to Phase 1 Trials
Phase 1 Trials: Begun Phase 1 trials
Phase 2 Trials: Begun Phase 2 trials
Phase 3 Trials: Begun Phase 3 trials
Registered: Compound has achieved regulatory approval

Development Status Summary
(Highly Recommended)

Further elaboration on the development status chosen above.

Provides searcher an accurate picture of how far the technology has been developed

This text will be duplicated on the Overview tab for display, which is a prominent display field
Should be concise with no more than 2-3 paragraphs
State whether it has been refined past the preliminary innovation stage
Where appropriate list any federal research programs, advanced development prototyping, or commercial products which embody the technology

Early research and development work was partially supported by 3 contracts with the United States Department of Energy. Prototype systems are now in place at 4 customer sites, with no evidence of premature failure. Three full time research and engineering staff members are currently scaling up the process technology to a pilot production scale.

Application and Potential Advantage
(Recommended)

List of other industries that may reap benefits from using this technology.

Helps inspire a searcher to identify how the technology can be used in their industry
Markets the technology for use in other fields

Extend the use of the technology to applications in other industries
Each example should first state the application followed by an advantage to that application

Electronics Example:

There is an increasing demand for higher bandwidth communication in local area networks that serve businesses, institutions and homes. This multimode fiber design provides a cost effective route to bandwidth significantly improved over that of conventional step index multimode fiber at lower cost than graded index multimode fiber.

Transportation Example:

Automotive underhood and dash environment demand numerous communication connections in close proximity. When these connections are performed electrically, electromagnetic interference arises. Optical fiber provides immunity from this interference, and the optical fiber design also provides improved bandwidth at a reasonable cost.

Patent Summary
(Optional)

Display of summarized patent information.

Lends credibility to the technology when detailed patent information is provided

Generated is automatically assembled from patent numbers and information that is input under "Specific Patent Information"
User Input is used when a company chooses not to reveal patent numbers, but indicates some background patent information

Specific Patent Information
(Optional)

Display of detailed patent information.

Lends credibility to the technology when detailed patent information is provided

Patent Number: Enter the number of the patent
Patent Prefix: Enter the patent country
Patent Status: Select whether the patent is Pending, Issued or Expired

Related Competency
(Optional)

Describes the general extent of the technology owner´s involvement in the field of the technology being described.

Builds confidence in your company´s ability to support your technology

Indicate the extent of your company´s related expertise
Be concise and limit text to 4 -5 sentences

Our company has over 30 years of experience in batch processing of specialty organic chemicals for the textiles and electronics industries. Know How and complementary technology is available in the fields of reactor design neural net process control, and chemical sensors.

Long Description
(Optional)

A description of the technology focused on benefits and how to meet a need.

Provides sufficient information to allow the searcher to make an educated decision whether or not to investigate the technology further
Without sufficient information a searcher may be deterred from "Requesting an Introduction"

Unlike the detailed description of a patent, in this section you are assisting a searcher in understanding how the technology can meet their needs
Whereas a patent describes the process completely, the detail described here should focus more how to meet a need
Consider summarizing the technology´s functionality in the case of more complex technologies
Identify the problem or need that motivated its creation
Describe how the technology addresses that problem or need or improves upon alternative approaches
Features and Benefits should be described here in detail
Explain how the technology works by describing the methodology
Specifications should define the process in which the product is developed
Define the specifications of the finished product itself if appropriate
Capture all of the attributes and expand on other possible uses of the technology
Use images to further illustrate your description

This technology is part of a large technology base covering raw materials, processes and products, which have been developed by DuPont.

A melt-formable polymer is produced through reaction, for example, of trialkyl aluminum (R3Al) and dialkylaluminumamide (R2AlNH2). The R-component of the R3Al and the R2AlNH2 is from C1 to C10 in chain length, with C2 being preferred. The R-component may also be from halogen (chlorine or fluorine preferred); phenyl, naphthyl, or biphenyl; or phenyl, naphthyl or biphenyl substituted with halogen; or C1 to C10 alkyl and C1 to C10 alkoxy, with no more than two of the groups being alkyl and the other being selected from the above listing. The mole fraction of R3Al is preferred to be from 0.002 to 0.500. The reactants are heated to about 120 °C to 200 °C. Optionally, ammonia (NH3) may be added to R3Al to generate the desired molar ratio of R3Al and R2AlNH2.

The polymer produced from the above reaction components can be formed into very complex shapes, including tapes or film, or into fibers through the use of conventional melt or solution-spinning equipment. Once formed, the polymer shapes, tapes, film, fibers, etc., can be converted into an infusible form by treating (curing) with ammonia, hydrazine, or similar nitrogen containing compound at a temperature of about 50 to 175 °C. The infusible form can subsequently be converted to high purity aluminum nitride by heating it to a temperature of 800 to 1000 °C in the presence of ammonia, hydrazine, or the like.

Composites, both shaped and other, are formed by adding an inorganic nitride, oxide, boride, or carbide to the polymer, forming, curing, and heating to produce the AlN composite shape. Examples of the inorganic materials, which can be added to form a composite, include SiO2, Si3N4, B2O3, Al2O3, TIO2, etc.

Frequently Asked Questions
(Optional)

A list of questions and answers that are most commonly asked about the technology.

Searchers who are "Requesting an Introduction" will be more informed and educated prior to beginning the introduction process

These should be questions that are not answered anywhere else within the other fields
Questions and answers should be listed in a concise bulleted format

Q:

Has the technology been improved or modified since the patent application was written?

A:

Our company continues innovative development in this field and has further patents pending in a closely related area.

Type of Collaboration Sought
(Optional)

These selections represent possible types of relationships.

Provides the reader with a sense of the technology owner´s intentions with the particular technology

Check all that apply
Indicate a range of available options
Selections are non-binding

Collaboration Description
(Recommended)

Elaborates on choice of type of collaboration sought.

Allows technology to appeal to appropriate type of candidate

Elaborate on your selection above, if desired
Should be concise and written in less than 5 sentences
You can also provide additional information about the licensing history here -- perhaps including links to press releases or other information that would be beneficial to an understanding of how you work.

Our company has pioneered the use of XYZ powder in aerospace applications. However we do not wish to develop an in-house powder manufacturing capability. Therefore we wish to license our technology to a powder manufacturer who would act as our supplier. An alternative would be an equity investment with a partner to create a joint venture. This venture would be able to sell material to third parties for non-aerospace applications.

Terms and Restrictions
(Optional)

Any conditions and limitations are listed here

Screens out inappropriate candidates
Protects owner´s competitive advantage

Indicate restrictions that pertain to Geographic, Industry, Field of Use, Licensing Terms, etc.

Licensee required to indemnify licensor.

License available only for non-automotive applications.

Seller Support
(Highly Recommended)

Indicates types of resources available.

Informs the client of the resources provided and assists prospective licensees in evaluating technology

Documentation: Willing to provide plans, schematics, algorithms, publications, etc.
Personnel: Willing to provide personnel to support tech transfer
Third Party: Outside expertise available to aid in the tech transfer process

Available Technical Assistance
(Optional)

Represents to what degree resources are available.

Informs the client of available resources and assists prospective licensees in evaluating technology

Further elaborate on selections above, list what type of Documentation, Personnel, or Third Party support is available

Material samples and high temperature exposure data are available. Degree of technical support is negotiable, but could include up to 6 months of assistance from our engineering staff to assist technology transfer.

Internal Reference Code
(Optional)

An optional field that can be used to manage TechPaks in-house.

This field does not appear on the live TechPak.

Allows authors and Group Administrators to better organize their TechPaks

Develop an internal coding or reference scheme for TechPaks created

Primary Author
(Optional)

These fields identify the name and contact information of the author .

This field does not appear on the live TechPak.

Allows Group Administrators to organize their TechPaks

Complete the Name, Phone Number and Email address of the person who wrote the TechPak

Primary Inventor
(Optional)

These three fields identify the name and contact information for the inventor of the technology.

This information does not appear on the live TechPak.

Allows Administrator to organize listings by inventor name.

Complete the Name, Phone Number, and Email address of the person who invented the technology.

Primary Licensing
Manager
(Optional)

These three fields identify the name and contact information for the primary licensing manager of the technology.

This information does not appear on the live TechPak.

Allows Administrator to organize listings by licensing manager name.

Complete the Name, Phone Number, and Email address of the person who is the primary licensing manager for the technology.

Notes
(Optional)

An additional field that you can use to record internal information about this technology.

Use the Notes field to suggest categories where yet2.com can classify your technology.

This field does not appear on the live TechPak.

Allows Administrator to save information about the technology that is not made public.

No specific guidelines.

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Starting from Scratch	Starting from a Patent	Starting from an Old-Style Listing
In many ways, completing a TechPak form from scratch is the easiest approach, because you can consider your presentation and are not adapting existing materials to a new use.	A patent is often the starting point for writing a TechPak. However, patents are often written in a cumbersome legal style, which doesn't necessarily market your technology effectively.	yet2.com can help you by migrating the information from your existing listings into the new TechPak form. However, after carefully listening to comments from the field and making several major software improvements to our site, we have eliminated some fields, added others, and mapped fields from the old form to the new. You'll want to examine the information in any migrated listing to confirm how it appears in the new form.
	The Long Description The "Technical Detail" section of your TechPak can generally be written by rewriting the "Background of the Invention" and "Summary of the Invention" sections of the underlying patent. Basically the Background serves as a review of what problem the technology solves, and explains the shortcomings of other approaches. This type of information is a good lead-in, because the reader has a context within which to appreciate the benefits of your technology. There should be enough information pulled from the "Summary of the Invention" part of the patent that someone experienced in the field can make a good assessment as to whether your technology might solve their problem. However too much information at this stage is overwhelming. By removing the legalese and repetitive phrases, and by highlighting the important points, you can craft a concise and readable description.	TechPak Fields (requiring your input): Type of Collaboration Image/Picture Display Company Identity Technology Differentiation & Uniqueness Development Status Summary Related Competency Frequently Asked Questions Collaboration Description Seller Support Checkboxes Primary Author, Inventor, & Licensing Manager Internal Use Notes Life Sciences Provider Company Description
	Technology Benefits Description & Technology Differentiation and Uniqueness Again, the Background of the Invention section of the patent should alert you to the shortcomings of the prior art. The Summary of the Invention section of a patent explains how the invention improves upon prior work, or how it circumvents or overcomes the shortcomings. These features need to be identified from the patent text and captured in direct, clear language.	TechPak Fields (that map to old-style forms but require your editing): Functional Abstract = Promotional Description General Abstract = Technology Benefits Attachments = Attachments Dropped Fields: Keywords Research Discipline Glossary Licenses Already Granted Introduction Fee Patent Title Patent Year of Issue Preparer's Name

Field	Definition	Benefit	Writing Guidelines	Example
Title (Required)	This is the title of the TechPak. It is the first field that the searcher sees after completing a Search.	Captures key technical idea	This helps differentiate the yet2.com TechPak from a patent Title should be concise Title should emphasize the key functionality and benefit, not the application	Patent Writing: "Method of processing "BPS" glass ceramic and seals made therewith" TechPak Writing: "Continuous Processing of Glass Ceramic Seals" (Avoid acronyms and legal language)
Promotional Description (Required)	Describes the functionality in basic terms, so that a person with no expertise in this field can understand it. This is the second paragraph of text that a searcher views.	Engages searchers interest throughout Searchers from a wide variety of industries will have a clear understanding of functionality Will inform searcher immediately if technology might be helpful in meeting their need or solve their problem	Should be a generic description in layperson´s terminology Write as a short synopsis of the functional attributes and benefits of the technology Focus on being descriptive so that the searcher can grasp the basic mechanism A wide audience from outside of your industry should be able to have a basic understanding of the functionality Leave out any technical jargon Should be concise and list key features in 1-4 sentences	This highly efficient, breakthrough power management system enables easier design, decreased size, increased functionality, and extended run time for portable electronic devices. The improved design allows for a smaller footprint and reduced heat dissipation, enabling easier integration into device designs. The system can operate with sub-1 Volt input voltages, and its high efficiency allows for significantly increased run-time and/or functionality.
Front-Page Image (Optional)	This is the image that is displayed on the first page of the TechPak. Including an image here is strongly suggested to aid in marketing your technology.	An image can be a compelling way to help illustrate and market your technology	Maximum image size is 280 pixels wide X 295 pixels high. If you paste an image wider than 280 or taller than 295 pixels, the TechPak form will shrink the largest dimension of the image to fit, and then scale the other dimension by the same percentage. Images are not expanded. If you paste an image of 100 pixels X 100 pixels, the TechPak does not expand it to 280 pixels. The image as it appears in the TechPak form is the way it will appear on the site. Image should assist in describing the functionality of the technology. Image should be high impact Image should correspond with the Functional Description Must provide an intuitive feel as to what the technology accomplishes Images NOT to include in this section are: charts, mechanical engineering drawings or detailed cross-sections
Listing Type	Depicts which industry/field this technology will have the most benefit.	Allows for the appropriate fields to be available in the "Development Status" and "Potential Application" sections	The selection made will affect the list of values that appear in the "Development Stage" and "Potential Application" sections This selection will not appear on the live TechPak Standard Listing: Categorizes a technology that was not developed specifically for the Life Sciences field Life Sciences Listing: Categorizes a technology that was developed for the Life Sciences field
Technology Type (Optional)	Depicts the nature of the technology.	Helps to characterize the technology	Check off the appropriate technology type by following the guidelines in the example This selection will not appear on the live TechPak	By using a certain catalyst and operating conditions in a polymerization process, higher yields of a desired product can be obtained. If you have invented a new catalyst this would be considered a material technology. Novel assemblies of mechanical components, for example to create a supercharger, would constitute a design technology. Computer code (a set of computer instructions) is a software technology: it is often copyrighted, but the underlying inventive ideas may be patented.
Display Company Identity	This field allows a choice whether or not to display the company´s logo and if so, how it is displayed.	When desired the presence of logo can provide credibility	Display Company Logo: Will display the company´s graphic logo in the top margin of the TechPak Display Company Name without Logo: Allows the name of the company to appear in the top margin, but not the company´s graphic logo Remain Anonymous: Allows the company to remain completely anonymous with no reference to the company anywhere within the TechPak
Benefits Summary (Recommended)	This field provides a summary of the benefits that are more fully described in the Technology Benefits Description field.	This field appears on the first page of the TechPak, and introduces the searcher to the benefits of the technology.	Two or three sentences.	The material is soft and absorbent. The material can be shaped using common machine tools.
Technology Benefits Description (Required)	Highlights the specific benefits and advantages of the technology.	Searcher will have a clear understanding of how the benefits meet their needs and solve their problems	The first few lines should include enough benefit information to attract a searcher´s attention Emphasize specifics, such as lower cost, higher yield, greater efficiency, and less waste Capture each benefit in 1-3 sentences Refrain from going into too much technical detail Text can be emphasized through bolding and italics Graphics included here CAN be tables, charts, graphs, or figures that help to differentiate your technology from other alternatives	The feedstock can incorporate a large fraction of recycled material The resin can be made into pellets, sheets, or thin films The material is moldable at a lower temperature than conventional materials Once reacted, molded articles retain their strength and shape even at temperatures as high as 200 degrees C. The process is inexpensive and requires only conventional equipment
Technology Differentiation & Uniqueness (Recommended)	List of attributes that distinguish the technology from prior art.	A powerful tool in communicating how this technology provides the best solution	Focus should be on what discriminates this technology from alternative approaches Emphasize anything that provides significant differentiation from an existing technology Text can be emphasized through bolding and italics Direct comparison with other technologies is helpful Image should be concise with a diagram, video image or photo as appropriate	Previous methods of superplastically forming a stack of titanium sheets have always involved long heat-up and cool-down times (over 1/2 hour). Our technology reduces these times to less than 5 minutes for typical operations. In addition, the dies have been made more durable, and safety features have been enhanced. Not only is the die assembly about 50% less expensive to produce, but it also yields economic advantages during operation, since power consumption and run time are reduced. Finished product quality is generally superior, with no excess thinning observed to date. The superplastic forming process permits significantly more complex hollow structures, with lightweight, thin-walled geometries, which would be exorbitantly expensive using machining or joining methods.
Primary Indication	The primary indication this compound addresses.	Allows the searcher to search by primary indication	Reference the NIH Dictionary
Other Indication	Any other indications this compound addresses.	Allows the searcher to search by Other Indication	Reference the NIH Dictionary
Patent Coverage	The range of indications the patent covers.	Allows the searcher to search by Patent Coverage	Patentable: Capable of being patented Composition of Matter: The patenting of a new creation Use: Patenting a new use for a technology
Compound Class	The class of chemical or medical compounds that covers the technology being described.	Placing the technology in its proper compound class enables a viewer to understand its possible application	Text should describe the chemical or medical compounds of the technology Should be described in 2-3 sentences
Development Stage (Recommended)	Communicates information about the current development stage. The selection made in the "Technology Type" field will affect the list of values that appear in the drop down.	Provides searcher an accurate picture of how far the technology has been developed	The actual state of development is a critical component in a technology licensing decision process Be as accurate as possible in stating the development stage "Standard Listing" choices: First Evidence/Concept: The invention has been conceived with some indication that it is functional Technology/Verification/Prototype: At this stage of development the technical viability has been demonstrated Advanced Development: Quantities of a product have been produced for assessment Commercialization: Is tested, proven and being sold "Life Sciences" choices: Targets: Targets addressed Pre-clinical: Very early in pre-clinical trials Late pre-clinical: The end of pre-clinical trials, prior to Phase 1 Trials Phase 1 Trials: Begun Phase 1 trials Phase 2 Trials: Begun Phase 2 trials Phase 3 Trials: Begun Phase 3 trials Registered: Compound has achieved regulatory approval
Development Status Summary (Highly Recommended)	Further elaboration on the development status chosen above.	Provides searcher an accurate picture of how far the technology has been developed	This text will be duplicated on the Overview tab for display, which is a prominent display field Should be concise with no more than 2-3 paragraphs State whether it has been refined past the preliminary innovation stage Where appropriate list any federal research programs, advanced development prototyping, or commercial products which embody the technology	Early research and development work was partially supported by 3 contracts with the United States Department of Energy. Prototype systems are now in place at 4 customer sites, with no evidence of premature failure. Three full time research and engineering staff members are currently scaling up the process technology to a pilot production scale.
Application and Potential Advantage (Recommended)	List of other industries that may reap benefits from using this technology.	Helps inspire a searcher to identify how the technology can be used in their industry Markets the technology for use in other fields	Extend the use of the technology to applications in other industries Each example should first state the application followed by an advantage to that application	Electronics Example: There is an increasing demand for higher bandwidth communication in local area networks that serve businesses, institutions and homes. This multimode fiber design provides a cost effective route to bandwidth significantly improved over that of conventional step index multimode fiber at lower cost than graded index multimode fiber. Transportation Example: Automotive underhood and dash environment demand numerous communication connections in close proximity. When these connections are performed electrically, electromagnetic interference arises. Optical fiber provides immunity from this interference, and the optical fiber design also provides improved bandwidth at a reasonable cost.
Patent Summary (Optional)	Display of summarized patent information.	Lends credibility to the technology when detailed patent information is provided	Generated is automatically assembled from patent numbers and information that is input under "Specific Patent Information" User Input is used when a company chooses not to reveal patent numbers, but indicates some background patent information
Specific Patent Information (Optional)	Display of detailed patent information.	Lends credibility to the technology when detailed patent information is provided	Patent Number: Enter the number of the patent Patent Prefix: Enter the patent country Patent Status: Select whether the patent is Pending, Issued or Expired
Related Competency (Optional)	Describes the general extent of the technology owner´s involvement in the field of the technology being described.	Builds confidence in your company´s ability to support your technology	Indicate the extent of your company´s related expertise Be concise and limit text to 4 -5 sentences	Our company has over 30 years of experience in batch processing of specialty organic chemicals for the textiles and electronics industries. Know How and complementary technology is available in the fields of reactor design neural net process control, and chemical sensors.
Long Description (Optional)	A description of the technology focused on benefits and how to meet a need.	Provides sufficient information to allow the searcher to make an educated decision whether or not to investigate the technology further Without sufficient information a searcher may be deterred from "Requesting an Introduction"	Unlike the detailed description of a patent, in this section you are assisting a searcher in understanding how the technology can meet their needs Whereas a patent describes the process completely, the detail described here should focus more how to meet a need Consider summarizing the technology´s functionality in the case of more complex technologies Identify the problem or need that motivated its creation Describe how the technology addresses that problem or need or improves upon alternative approaches Features and Benefits should be described here in detail Explain how the technology works by describing the methodology Specifications should define the process in which the product is developed Define the specifications of the finished product itself if appropriate Capture all of the attributes and expand on other possible uses of the technology Use images to further illustrate your description	This technology is part of a large technology base covering raw materials, processes and products, which have been developed by DuPont. A melt-formable polymer is produced through reaction, for example, of trialkyl aluminum (R3Al) and dialkylaluminumamide (R2AlNH2). The R-component of the R3Al and the R2AlNH2 is from C1 to C10 in chain length, with C2 being preferred. The R-component may also be from halogen (chlorine or fluorine preferred); phenyl, naphthyl, or biphenyl; or phenyl, naphthyl or biphenyl substituted with halogen; or C1 to C10 alkyl and C1 to C10 alkoxy, with no more than two of the groups being alkyl and the other being selected from the above listing. The mole fraction of R3Al is preferred to be from 0.002 to 0.500. The reactants are heated to about 120 °C to 200 °C. Optionally, ammonia (NH3) may be added to R3Al to generate the desired molar ratio of R3Al and R2AlNH2. The polymer produced from the above reaction components can be formed into very complex shapes, including tapes or film, or into fibers through the use of conventional melt or solution-spinning equipment. Once formed, the polymer shapes, tapes, film, fibers, etc., can be converted into an infusible form by treating (curing) with ammonia, hydrazine, or similar nitrogen containing compound at a temperature of about 50 to 175 °C. The infusible form can subsequently be converted to high purity aluminum nitride by heating it to a temperature of 800 to 1000 °C in the presence of ammonia, hydrazine, or the like. Composites, both shaped and other, are formed by adding an inorganic nitride, oxide, boride, or carbide to the polymer, forming, curing, and heating to produce the AlN composite shape. Examples of the inorganic materials, which can be added to form a composite, include SiO2, Si3N4, B2O3, Al2O3, TIO2, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions (Optional)	A list of questions and answers that are most commonly asked about the technology.	Searchers who are "Requesting an Introduction" will be more informed and educated prior to beginning the introduction process	These should be questions that are not answered anywhere else within the other fields Questions and answers should be listed in a concise bulleted format	Q: Has the technology been improved or modified since the patent application was written? A: Our company continues innovative development in this field and has further patents pending in a closely related area.
Type of Collaboration Sought (Optional)	These selections represent possible types of relationships.	Provides the reader with a sense of the technology owner´s intentions with the particular technology	Check all that apply Indicate a range of available options Selections are non-binding
Collaboration Description (Recommended)	Elaborates on choice of type of collaboration sought.	Allows technology to appeal to appropriate type of candidate	Elaborate on your selection above, if desired Should be concise and written in less than 5 sentences You can also provide additional information about the licensing history here -- perhaps including links to press releases or other information that would be beneficial to an understanding of how you work.	Our company has pioneered the use of XYZ powder in aerospace applications. However we do not wish to develop an in-house powder manufacturing capability. Therefore we wish to license our technology to a powder manufacturer who would act as our supplier. An alternative would be an equity investment with a partner to create a joint venture. This venture would be able to sell material to third parties for non-aerospace applications.
Terms and Restrictions (Optional)	Any conditions and limitations are listed here	Screens out inappropriate candidates Protects owner´s competitive advantage	Indicate restrictions that pertain to Geographic, Industry, Field of Use, Licensing Terms, etc.	Licensee required to indemnify licensor. License available only for non-automotive applications.
Seller Support (Highly Recommended)	Indicates types of resources available.	Informs the client of the resources provided and assists prospective licensees in evaluating technology	Documentation: Willing to provide plans, schematics, algorithms, publications, etc. Personnel: Willing to provide personnel to support tech transfer Third Party: Outside expertise available to aid in the tech transfer process
Available Technical Assistance (Optional)	Represents to what degree resources are available.	Informs the client of available resources and assists prospective licensees in evaluating technology	Further elaborate on selections above, list what type of Documentation, Personnel, or Third Party support is available	Material samples and high temperature exposure data are available. Degree of technical support is negotiable, but could include up to 6 months of assistance from our engineering staff to assist technology transfer.
Internal Reference Code (Optional)	An optional field that can be used to manage TechPaks in-house. This field does not appear on the live TechPak.	Allows authors and Group Administrators to better organize their TechPaks	Develop an internal coding or reference scheme for TechPaks created
Primary Author (Optional)	These fields identify the name and contact information of the author . This field does not appear on the live TechPak.	Allows Group Administrators to organize their TechPaks	Complete the Name, Phone Number and Email address of the person who wrote the TechPak
Primary Inventor (Optional)	These three fields identify the name and contact information for the inventor of the technology. This information does not appear on the live TechPak.	Allows Administrator to organize listings by inventor name.	Complete the Name, Phone Number, and Email address of the person who invented the technology.
Primary Licensing Manager (Optional)	These three fields identify the name and contact information for the primary licensing manager of the technology. This information does not appear on the live TechPak.	Allows Administrator to organize listings by licensing manager name.	Complete the Name, Phone Number, and Email address of the person who is the primary licensing manager for the technology.
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