Core Insights - Volt Carbon Technologies has received a Notice of Allowance for its second U.S. patent related to air classifier technology, which expands the protection of its proprietary technology for graphite processing and advanced material applications [2][3][8] - The company has successfully produced reduced graphene oxide (rGO) from Berkwood flake graphite, demonstrating significant mechanical property improvements in epoxy composites, which could enhance aerospace applications [4][5][8] - Volt Carbon has granted 6,500,000 stock options to its team, recognizing their contributions to the company's progress [7][8] Patent Development - The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued a Notice of Allowance for U.S. Patent Application No. 18/782,462, which is a continuation of a previously issued patent, aimed at securing broader protection for air classifier technology [2][3] - The company must pay an issue fee to finalize the patent process, which will enhance its competitive position in graphite processing [3] Graphene Production and Testing - Volt Carbon produced five-layer rGO sheets measuring up to approximately 16.5 microns wide, verified by the University of Waterloo [4] - Mechanical testing of the rGO incorporated into epoxy showed a 40-60% improvement in properties compared to virgin epoxy, indicating strong potential for aerospace applications [4][5] Stock Option Grant - The company has granted 6,500,000 stock options at an exercise price of $0.05 per share, vesting immediately and subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval [7][8]