Advanced Solutions Holdings, LLC recently secured a major technological breakthrough with the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 12773068. This patent, titled ‘Systems and methods for using a thermoelectric module (TEM) device for uniform heating’, introduces an advanced approach to precise thermal management. Developed by inventor Michael W. Golway, this technology ensures consistent and highly controlled temperature regulation across target surfaces.
KENTUCKY PATENT OF THE MONTH – NOVEMBER 2026
The innovation focuses on integrating a thermoelectric module to achieve uniform heat distribution without spatial variations. Traditional heating elements often struggle to prevent temperature gradients, which can be detrimental in sensitive scientific environments. This new system leverages solid-state principles to deliver exact thermal control across a continuous area. This setup allows for incredible accuracy during delicate procedures such as 3D bioprinting and tissue engineering. Swanson Reed recognized this achievement as the Kentucky Patent of the Month for November 2026 because of its technical sophistication and its potential to significantly advance the life sciences manufacturing sector.
R&D Tax Credit Eligibility for Practical Applications
The practical applications of this patent offer clear pathways for companies to claim the Research and Development (R&D) tax credit in the United States. To qualify, organizations must undertake systematic experimentation to eliminate technical uncertainties related to the development or improvement of a product or process. Companies that integrate this TEM technology into novel biomedical devices, automated laboratory equipment, or advanced manufacturing systems will likely encounter engineering challenges. The iterative processes of optimizing thermal transfer materials, writing custom control software for the heating modules, and testing the system’s performance under varying environmental conditions directly align with the IRS four-part test. Consequently, businesses investing in these developmental phases can capture valuable tax credits for their engineering wages, specialized supplies, and testing expenditures.
