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Learn More | LINK | Apr 21, 2026 |
TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Passive Radiative Thermostat (PRT)
Contact and place of performance
Satya Srinivasan
Los Alamos, NM 87545
USA
The Passive Radiative Thermostat (PRT) is a smart, electricity-free coating technology from scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory that automatically regulates temperature by adjusting how it absorbs and emits heat based on ambient conditions. Using a thermochromic phase-change material combined with engineered thin-film layers that control solar and infrared radiation, the system cools surfaces on hot days by...
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Development Status: TRL 2
US Patent No. 11,359,839
LA-UR-26-23177
Learn More: https://doi.org/10.1088/2515-7647/adc9eb
LANL Tech Partnerships: Unlock the Innovative Potential
Los Alamos National Laboratory offers a wide range of cutting-edge technologies and capabilities that may provide your company with a competitive edge in the market and unlock the innovative potential that can enhance, refine, and revolutionize your products.
LANL’s licensing program focuses on moving inventions developed by our researchers to commercial innovations. Patented and patent pending inventions and copyrighted software are available to existing and start-up companies through exclusive and non-exclusive licensing agreements. For specific discussions, please contact [email protected].
Note: This is not a call for external services for the development of this technology.
https://www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/feynman-center/partner-with-us/licensing-technology
https://www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/feynman-center/tech-and-capability-search
The Department of Energy, through Triad National Security, LLC at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), is offering a technology licensing opportunity for the Passive Radiative Thermostat (PRT). This electricity-free coating technology automatically regulates temperature by adjusting heat absorption and emission based on ambient conditions. Utilizing a thermochromic phase-change material with engineered thin-film layers, the system reflects sunlight and releases heat during hot conditions while absorbing sunlight and minimizing heat loss during cold conditions. Currently at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 2 and protected under US Patent No. 11,359,839, the technology is designed for integration into roofs, facades, windows, vehicles, and outdoor equipment to reduce energy consumption and improve thermal comfort without sensors or power input.
This special notice, identified by solicitation number S-133670, seeks commercial partners for exclusive or non-exclusive licensing agreements to transition this research into commercial innovation. The opportunity is classified under NAICS 325510 for Paint and Coating Manufacturing and PSC 8030 for Preservative and Sealing Compounds, with no set-aside designated. Potential applications span building and construction, automotive transportation, energy utilities, industrial manufacturing, data centers, and consumer products.
Interested parties have until May 8, 2026, to respond to this notice. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Satya Srinivasan, located in Los Alamos, NM. Administrative documentation for this announcement includes one attachment titled "Learn More," which was posted on April 21, 2026. This announcement serves strictly as a licensing opportunity and is not a request for external development services.
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