Long Beach, New York Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
SciMax Technologies LLC has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its innovation in aircraft flooring systems. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11866148, titled ‘Aircraft flooring and methods of manufacturing the same’, introduces a lightweight, impact-resistant floor panel designed to enhance structural integrity in aviation and other transportation sectors.
The patented design integrates thermoplastic C-shaped stringers, deltoid fillers, and upper and lower facing sheets into a single, consolidated unit. This configuration eliminates common issues like delamination and uneven skin thickness found in traditional panels. The use of ±45° ply orientations near the surface maximizes transverse bending stiffness, improving performance under normal and high-impact loads. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
SciMax’s method involves precise layering and compression techniques to form a unitary floor panel. The concentric design ensures uniform load distribution, reducing the risk of structural failure under extreme conditions. This innovation is particularly suited for cargo aircraft and rotorcraft, where weight reduction and durability are critical. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
Beyond aviation, the technology holds potential for use in motor vehicles and watercraft, offering a versatile solution for industries requiring strong, lightweight flooring systems. By addressing key challenges in material performance and manufacturing efficiency, SciMax Technologies sets a new standard in structural flooring design.