Suspension System

A suspension system configured to sit substantially within the profile of a vehicle platform such that none of the elements extend substantially above the plane of the vehicle platform. The suspension system may utilize an adaptable transverse leaf spring in combination with other suspension elements, to allow the vehicle platform to maintain a generally flat profile and accommodate a variety of different body like structures while maintaining the desired roll and ride stability stiffness.

Acetabular cup body prosthesis

An improved acetabular cup prosthesis has a cup body with correspondingly shaped outer convex and inner concave surfaces. The cup body has an apex and a base that defines a plane. The cup body outer convex surface has first and second curved, shaped portions positioned in between the base and the apex. In one embodiment, the outer convex surface has specially shaped portion in between the rim and a distance about one third of the distance of the rim to the apex. This specially shaded portion forms an interference fit with a patient's acetabular socket.

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Acetabular cup body prosthesis

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Skate blade sharpening system

The present disclosure provides for a skate sharpening system comprising an operative unit and a base, the operative unit comprising a central body, the central body comprising a skate receiving slot, a skate clamp being positioned adjacent to the skate receiving slot such that a skate can be secured within the skate receiving slot for a sharpening operation, the operative unit further comprising a grinding unit, the grinding unit being configured to translate along a length of the slot such that the grinding unit can conduct the sharpening operation on the skate that is secured within the skate receiving slot, the operative unit being positioned over at least a portion of the base, the base comprising a swarf-receiving cavity, the operative unit and the base being pivotably connected.

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Corner and junction assemblies for service provision ducting and components therefor

In order to provide designs of corner and junction assemblies for service provision ducting which are simple to construct and do not require a large number of components, there is provided an internal angle cover part 22, 28, 31, an external angle cover part 21 and a straight wall cover part 36. These can be combined together to form a flat bend (FIG. 4), a cross-over (FIG. 5) or a flat T (FIG. 6). Each cover part comprises a cover surface 22, 23, 28, 35 which extends up to, but no further than the centre line of the respective section of service provision ducting.

SKATE BLADE SHARPENING SYSTEM

The present disclosure provides for a skate sharpening system comprising an operative unit and a base, the operative unit comprising a central body, the central body comprising a skate receiving slot, a skate clamp being positioned adjacent to the skate receiving slot such that a skate can be secured within the skate receiving slot for a sharpening operation, the operative unit further comprising a grinding unit, the grinding unit being configured to translate along a length of the slot such that the grinding unit can conduct the sharpening operation on the skate that is secured within the skate receiving slot, the operative unit being positioned over at least a portion of the base, the base comprising a swarf-receiving cavity, the operative unit and the base being pivotably connected. 1. A skate sharpening system comprising an operative unit and a base , the operative unit comprising a central body , the central body comprising a skate receiving slot , a skate clamp being positioned adjacent to the skate receiving slot such that a skate can be secured within the skate receiving slot for a sharpening operation , the operative unit further comprising a grinding unit , the grinding unit being configured to translate along a length of the slot such that the grinding unit can conduct the sharpening operation on the skate that is secured within the skate receiving slot , the operative unit being positioned over at least a portion of the base , the base comprising a swarf-receiving cavity , the operative unit and the base being pivotably connected.2. The skate sharpening system of claim 1 , wherein the base comprises a first side wall and a second side wall claim 1 , the operative unit being pivotably connected to the first and second side walls.3. The skate sharpening system of claim 1 , wherein the base comprises a bucket.4. The skate sharpening system of claim 3 , wherein the bucket has a height claim 3 , a width and a depth claim 3 , the width being greater than the ...

Fluid separation device

A fluid separation device ( 400 ) for separating water from a stream of compressed air, has a housing ( 402 ) defining a first volume ( 404 ) with two apertures ( 406, 408 ) therein in communication with the first volume, the first volume and the apertures being adapted to have a stream of air flowing there through, a first filter ( 414 ) contained within the first volume for separating liquid water from the air stream, and a plurality of desiccant beads contained within the first volume for separating water vapor from the air. An exhaust silencer for the fluid separation device is also disclosed.

Fluid Separation Device

A fluid separation device ( 400 ) for separating water from a stream of compressed air, has a housing ( 402 ) defining a first volume ( 404 ) with two apertures ( 406, 408 ) therein in communication with the first volume, the first volume and the apertures being adapted to have a stream of air flowing there through, a first filter ( 414 ) contained within the first volume for separating liquid water from the air stream, and a plurality of desiccant beads contained within the first volume for separating water vapour from the air. An exhaust silencer for the fluid separation device is also disclosed.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR SCREENING OF PRODUCTS

Embodiments of the present invention provide methods and systems for screening of products, especially those with ingredients that may be toxic and/or otherwise harmful to people, animals and the environment in general.

HEAVY MACHINERY SUPPORT STAND

A support stand for supporting raised heavy machinery is disclosed. The support frame may include a top support frame including concave sidewalls. Box frames may be stackable intermediate the top support frame and a base. The box frames may be of varying height profiles. 1. A support stand , comprising:a base;a plurality of rigid, projecting frame members attached to the base;a support frame disposed over the projecting frame members; anda pair of concave sidewalls disposed on opposite sides of the support frame.2. The support stand of claim 1 , wherein the concave sidewalls are adapted to receive a substantially round portion of a piece of machinery.3. The support stand of claim 2 , further comprising a truss structure attached to the plurality of vertically projecting frame members.4. The support stand of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of projecting frame members are made from steel or a metallic alloy.5. A support stand claim 2 , comprising:a base;a top support frame disposed over the base, the support frame including two or more concave sidewalls; andone or more stackable box frames disposed intermediate the base and the top support frame.6. The support stand of claim 5 , further comprising:a peg and hole system adapted to receive adjacent box frames stacked upon each other.7. The support stand of claim 5 , further comprising peg feet attached to a bottom of the base.8. The support stand of claim 5 , wherein the box frames include support beams.9. The support stand of claim 7 , wherein the one or more box frames include sidewalls wherein the sidewalls of one of the one or more box frames is taller than the sidewalls of another of the one or more box frames.10. The support stand of claim 9 , wherein the one or more box frames are adapted to interchangeably stack atop one another. The present invention generally relates to support apparatus, and more particularly, to a heavy machinery support stand.Some heavy machinery, for example, aircraft, undergoes periodic ...

Measurement and resulting compensation of intramedullary nail deformation

The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for measuring deformation of an orthopedic implant in a patient to identify a location of a feature of the orthopedic implant in the patient. Mechanical locking features may be used to align a drilling guide with the feature of the orthopedic implant.

Offloading Collection of Application Monitoring Data

Systems and methods are disclosed for offloading collection of monitored data. A data collector is associated with a plurality of monitored data sources and with a plurality of monitored data recipients. The data collector collects a cycle of monitored data from each of the sources of monitored data and persistently stores each of the cycles of monitored data in a separate monitored data package. The data collector provides the monitored data packages to the associated monitored data recipients in a manner that is asynchronous to the collection of the monitored data. 1. A method comprising:associating a data collector with a plurality of sources of monitored data, each respective source of monitored data associated with a corresponding monitored component;associating the data collector with a plurality of monitored data recipients;collecting, by the data collector, a cycle of monitored data from each source of monitored data;persistently storing, by the data collector, each cycle of monitored data in a separate monitored data package;providing, by the data collector, the monitored data packages to the associated monitored data recipients in a manner that is asynchronous to the collection of the monitored data.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the data collector is centrally administrable and remotely configurable.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein each of the sources of monitored data is identified by at least one of a name claim 1 , a network address claim 1 , a domain claim 1 , a user name claim 1 , and user credentials.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the sources of monitored data corresponds to an enterprise content management (ECM) server.5. (canceled)6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the providing further comprises:sending the monitored data packages to at least one of the associated monitored data recipients without a corresponding request from the at least one of the associated monitored data recipients.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein ...

Biopolymer compositions for the treatment and prevention of liver disease

The invention provides compositions comprising milk thistle, dandelion root, and/or one or more antioxidant amino acids (e.g., n-acetyl L-cysteine) for the treatment and prevention of liver disease (hepatic insufficiency) in a mammal (e.g., equine). The composition may further comprise chitosan and/or additional components that prevent or treat liver disease or hepatic insufficiency (e.g., inulin, prebiotics).

AUTOMATED PELLETIZED SAMPLE BLOTTING APPARATUS AND METHODS

An automated sample tube blotting system having one or more rotating grippers, a supply of absorbent material, a transporter, and an absorbent material removal mechanism. Each rotating gripper has a respective holder configured to selectively mate with a respective interface on a tube strip, and the one or more rotating grippers are rotatable between a first position in which the tube strip is upright and a second position in which the tube strip is inverted. The transporter is configured to move the rotating gripper in a lateral direction from a starting location to a location above the absorbent material, and in a vertical direction towards and away from the absorbent material. 1. An automated sample tube blotting system comprising:one or more rotating grippers, each rotating gripper having a respective holder configured to selectively mate with a respective interface on a tube strip, the one or more rotating grippers being rotatable between a first position in which the tube strip is upright and a second position in which the tube strip is inverted;a supply of absorbent material;a transporter configured to move the one or more rotating grippers in a lateral direction from a starting location to a location above the absorbent material, and in a vertical direction towards and away from the absorbent material; andan absorbent material removal mechanism.2. The automated sample tube blotting system of claim 1 , wherein the tube strip comprises one or more connected sample tubes.3. The automated sample tube blotting system of claim 1 , wherein the supply of absorbent material comprises a supply of absorbent sheets.4. The automated sample tube blotting system of claim 3 , wherein the supply of absorbent sheets comprises a stack of overlaid absorbent sheets.5. The automated sample tube blotting system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more rotating grippers comprises a pair of rotating grippers claim 1 , each rotating gripper being located at an opposite end of the tube ...

AUTOMATED PELLETIZED SAMPLE DECANTING APPARATUS AND METHODS

An automated sample tube decanting system having one or more decanting grippers, a decant waste receptacle, a transporter, and means for rotating the decanting gripper. Each decanting gripper has a respective holder configured to selectively mate with a respective interface on a tube strip. The one or more decanting grippers are rotatable between a first position in which the tube strip is upright and a second position in which the tube strip is inverted. The transporter is configured to move the one or more decanting grippers in a lateral direction from a starting location to a location above the decant waste receptacle. 1. An automated sample tube decanting system comprising:one or more decanting grippers, each decanting gripper having a respective holder configured to selectively mate with a respective interface on a tube strip, the one or more decanting grippers being rotatable between a first position in which the tube strip is upright and a second position in which the tube strip is inverted;a decant waste receptacle;a transporter configured to move the one or more decanting grippers in a lateral direction from a starting location to a location above the decant waste receptacle; androtation means for selectively rotating the decanting grippers from the first position to the second position.2. The automated sample tube decanting system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more decanting grippers comprises a first decanting gripper configured to mate with a first interface on a first side of the tube strip claim 1 , and a second decanting gripper configured to mate with a second interface on a second side of the tube strip.3. The automated sample tube decanting system of claim 2 , wherein the first interface and the second interface comprise respective channels formed on the tube strip.4. The automated sample tube decanting system of claim 2 , wherein the tube strip comprises a single row of adjacent tubes that extends along a tube strip axis from the first interface ...

SINGLE LOCK EXTERNAL FIXATION CLAMP ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD

A clamping device for an external fixation system includes a post component having a yaw axis, a first clamp secured to the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis, and a second clamp secured to the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis relative to the first clamp. The device includes a tightening component configured in a manner that an action of tightening the tightening component simultaneously locks both the first and second clamps in a gripping arrangement and substantially eliminates their relative rotation about the yaw axis. Interdigitating components can be spaced apart by high spring rate biasing elements that so as to allow for smooth adjustment of the clamping device components relative to each other until the appropriate position is achieved and until after a sufficiently high clamping load has been applied. 1. (canceled)2. A clamping device for an external fixation system , comprising:a post defining a yaw axis;a first bar clamp received on the post, the first bar clamp being configured to receive and secure a first bar of the external fixation system;a second bar clamp received on the post, the second bar clamp being configured to receive and secure a second bar of the external fixation system, a bar disposed within jaws of the first bar clamp or the second bar clamp defining a roll axis, and the clamping device being configured to rotate about the roll axis when a bar is received within the jaws of the first bar clamp or the second bar clamp; anda pin clamp disposed between the first and second bar clamps on the post, the pin clamp being configured to receive and secure at least one pin of the external fixation system,wherein the first bar clamp, the second bar clamp, and the pin clamp are configured to rotate relative to each other about the yaw axis.3. The clamping device of claim 2 , further comprising a first saddle received on the post between the first bar clamp and the pin clamp claim 2 , the first saddle comprising a concave ...

METHOD AND SYSTEMS FOR EVENT ENTRY WITH FACIAL RECOGNITION

A system is provided that includes an event site device having a display and an imaging device. The event site device is configured to capture an image of a user's face for identification. The system further includes a server configured to associate ticketing information with an identity of the user, receive the image of the user's face from the event site device, determine the identity of the user based on facial feature information stored for the user, retrieve the ticketing information associated with the user, and transmit the ticketing information to the event site device for presentation on the display. 1. A system , comprising: stores a global identifier corresponding to the user, wherein the global identifier comprises facial image information and a personal identifier of the user,', "associates ticketing information with the user's global identifier;", 'receives an image of the user from an event site device;', "identifies the user's global identifier based on a correlation of the image of the user with the user's facial image information;", 'retrieves the ticketing information associated with the global identifier; and', 'transmits the ticketing information to at least one of the event site device or an event access device., 'a server that2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the personal identifier of the user is at least one of an e-mail address or a phone number.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the server is configured to: store a plurality of global identifiers belonging to a plurality of users claim 1 , and store the user's global identifier as part of a person group claim 1 , wherein the person group contains a subset of the plurality of global identifiers.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the server is configured to identify the user's global identifier from the subset of the plurality of global identifiers contained in the person group.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the subset of the plurality of global identifiers contained in the person group ...

AUTOMATED SAMPLE DIAGNOSTIC ANALYZER AND METHOD FOR ITS OPERATION

Automated analyzer () comprising a housing (), a robotic arm comprising an end effector (), the end effector () comprising a body () rotatably connected to an articulating arm and first () and second fingers () coupled to the body () and being moveable relative to each other in a first direction, each of the fingers () having an engagement feature () projecting inwardly from each of the first and second fingers () and toward the other of the first and second fingers (). The automated analyzer () further comprises a shuttle platform () for receiving a shuttle () carrying sample containers (), the containers carrying sample () to be evaluated by the analyzer () and the shuttle platform () comprising a jaw assembly that engages the bottom portion of the sample containers when the jaw assembly is in the closed position. 1. An automated analyzer comprising:a housing;a robotic arm comprising an end effector, the end effector comprising:a body rotatably connected to an articulating arm; andfirst and second fingers coupled to the body and being moveable relative to each other in a first direction, each of the fingers having an engagement feature projecting inwardly from each of the first and second fingers and toward the other of the first and second fingers, the engagement feature being configured to engage a recess of an article wherein the recess is configured to receive the engagement feature such that the robotic arm can carry the article that is suspended from the first and second fingers when the engagement features are so engaged with the article;at least one shuttle platform for receiving a shuttle carrying sample containers, the containers carrying sample to be evaluated by the analyzer; andthe shuttle platform comprising a jaw assembly that automatically moves from an open position to a closed position the jaw assembly comprising engagement members that do not contact the bottom portion of the sample containers carried by the shuttle when the jaw assembly is in ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DYNAMIC CHANNEL ALLOCATON

An exemplary system and method for dynamic channel allocation in an LMR system includes using one or more preference indicators to dynamically determine a channel allocation priority to be used for channel allocation when channel allocation requests are received. The preference indicators may include a channel failure indicator (e.g. a channel health indicator based on repeater failures), a channel priority indicator, a radio frequency interference indicator, a high reflected power indicator, an excessive current drain indicator, a loss of backbone communications indicator, and a channel usage indicator. If more than one preference indicator is used, the channel priority ranking may be determined using any of a variety of weightings and prioritizations of the various preference indicators to dynamically generate the channel allocation priority. The dynamic channel allocation system may include one or more site controllers, servers, and/or one or more processors configured to implement the method of dynamic channel allocation. 1. A method for dynamic channel allocation in a land mobile radio communications system , the method comprising:determining one or more preference indicators for each of a plurality of channels for use in allocating the plurality of channels, wherein each of the plurality of channels is associated with one or more repeaters of a plurality of repeaters located at a plurality of sites of the land mobile radio communications system;determining a priority ranking for use in allocating each of the plurality of channels based at least in part on the one or more preference indicators;receiving a first channel allocation request to allocate one of the plurality of channels as a control channel;allocating a first one of the plurality of channels as the control channel in response to the first channel allocation request by selecting the first one of the plurality of channels based on a then highest ranked channel of the priority ranking used in ...

JOINING AND SEALING PRESSURIZED CERAMIC STRUCTURES

This patent document relates to systems, structures, devices, and fabrication processes for ceramic matrix composites suitable for use in a nuclear reactor environment and other applications requiring materials that can withstand high temperatures and/or highly corrosive environments. In one exemplary aspect, a method of joining and sealing ceramic structures is disclosed. The method comprises forming a joint of a ceramic structure and an end plug using a sealing material, wherein the end plug has a hole that goes through a top surface and a bottom surface of the end plug; filling the ceramic structure with a desired gas composition through the hole; heating a material into a molten form using a heat source; and directing the material into the hole, wherein the material solidifies to seal the end plug. 1. A method of joining and sealing a ceramic structure and an end plug , comprising:forming a joint of a ceramic structure including a tubular structure and an end plug located inside the tubular structure using a sealing material, wherein the end plug is structured to include a hole that goes through a top surface and a bottom surface of the end plug;filling the tubular structure with a desired gas composition through the hole;heating a material into a molten form using a heat source; anddirecting the material into the hole, wherein the material solidifies to seal the end plug.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the forming of the joint includes:applying the sealing material between the ceramic structure and the end plug, wherein the sealing material includes a preceramic polymer and a plurality of inclusions;forming a solid ceramic from the sealing material; andcrystallizing the solid ceramic to form a crystalline matrix comprising a same ceramic polymorph as the ceramic structure and the end plug, the plurality of inclusions being disposed within the crystalline matrix.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the inclusions comprise spheres claim 2 , flakes claim 2 , ...

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING WOUNDS

The present invention provides compositions and methods that promote wound healing. The invention provides a composition comprising an effective amount of a biopolymer, an antiseptic, an anti-inflammatory agent, and other agents. 1. A composition comprising an effective amount of a biopolymer , an antiseptic , and an anti-inflammatory agent.2. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising an acid selected from the group consisting of acetic claim 1 , propionic claim 1 , citric claim 1 , lactic claim 1 , hypochlorous claim 1 , and phosphoric acid; wherein the biopolymer is selected from the group consisting of chitosan claim 1 , chitin claim 1 , collagen claim 1 , alginate claim 1 , dextran claim 1 , and combinations thereof3. (canceled)4. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a natural healing agent and/or a bittering agent in an amount sufficient to prevent licking or ingestion of the composition.5. The composition of claim 4 , wherein the natural healing agent is honey.6. A composition comprising an effective amount of a biopolymer selected from the group consisting of chitosan claim 4 , collagen claim 4 , cellulose claim 4 , alginate claim 4 , and dextran; an antiseptic selected from the group consisting of chlorhexidine gluconate claim 4 , povidone iodine claim 4 , alcohol claim 4 , benzalkonium chloride claim 4 , benzethonium chloride claim 4 , and parachlorometaxylenol (PCMX); and an acid that is acetic acid or citric acid.7. A composition comprising an effective amount of chitosan claim 4 , acetic acid claim 4 , and chlorhexidine digluconate in an excipient for topical administration.8. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising silver nanoparticles.910-. (canceled)11. An ointment claim 1 , spray claim 1 , gel claim 1 , or hydrogel composition comprising an effective amount of chitosan claim 1 , acetic acid claim 1 , and chlorhexidine digluconate in an excipient for topical administration.12. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising ...

OPEN PLATFORM AUTOMATED SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM

An automated sample processing system having a sample input adapted to simultaneously receive a number of sample containers, a reagent input adapted to receive one or more new reagent supplies, a consumable input adapted to receive one or more new consumable supplies, a solid waste output adapted to receive used consumable supplies, a liquid waste output adapted to receive one or more used reagent supplies, and a processing center. The processing center includes a decapper adapted to remove a lid from at least one sample container, an aspirator adapted to remove a specimen from the at least one sample container and transfer the specimen to an output vessel, and a capper adapted to replace the lid on the at least one sample container. The system also includes a sample output adapted to receive the output vessel, and a user interface adapted to receive an input from the user to indicate the identity of the at least one sample container, and control at least one operation based on a physical property of the at least one sample container. 120-. (canceled)21. A sample processing method comprising:(a) manually providing a plurality of sample tubes in a first sample rack;(b) automatically mixing a respective content of each sample tube;(c) automatically decapping substantially each sample tube;(d) automatically transferring a specimen from substantially each sample tube to a respective intermediary vessel;(e) automatically recapping substantially each sample tube after a specimen has been removed from it;(f) automatically performing one or more processing steps to process substantially each specimen in its respective intermediary vessel into a respective prepared specimen;(g) automatically transferring substantially each prepared specimen to a respective sample output vessel; and(h) manually removing each of the sample output vessels;wherein one or more of the sample tubes are manually provided during the performing of the one or more processing steps.22. The sample ...

Laser Tracking of Surgical Instruments and Implants

A projection system includes a tracking system comprising a first source of light and a first light sensor; a second source of light and a second light sensor, a reflector, and a processing system. The first light sensor may record a first direction the first source is pointed when it receives a reflection of the first light source from the reflector. The second light sensor may record a second direction the second source is pointed when it receives the reflection of the second light source from the reflector. The processing system may determine a point in space corresponding to an intersection of the first and second directions, and may calculate the relationship between the first and second light sources and the reflector. 1. A projection system comprising: a first source of light and a first light sensor;', 'a second source of light and a second light sensor, and', wherein the first light sensor records a first direction the first source is pointed when it receives a reflection of the first light source from the reflector,', 'wherein the second light sensor records a second direction the second source is pointed when it receives the reflection of the second light source from the reflector;, 'a reflector,'}, 'a processing system configured to determine a point in space corresponding to an intersection of the first and second directions, and to calculate the relationship between the first and second light sources and the reflector., 'a tracking system comprising2. The projection system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second sources of light are lasers.3. The projection system of claim 1 , wherein the first and second light sensors are photo diodes.4. The projection system of claim 1 , wherein the reflector is connected to an implant.5. The projection system of claim 1 , comprising an implant and a tool claim 1 , wherein the tracking system is connected to the implant claim 1 , and wherein the reflector is connected to the tool.6. The projection system of claim 5 ...

BIOPOLYMER COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF GASTRIC ULCERS

The invention provides compositions comprising chitosan, manuka honey and one or more additional components that promotes digestive health (e.g., inulin, probiotics) for the treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers (esophageal, stomach, or duodenum) in a mammal (e.g., equine). 1. A composition for the treatment of a gastric ulcer , the composition comprising dried elm powder and a biopolymer selected from the group consisting of chitosan , cellulose , collagen , and alginate in a form suitable for oral administration.2. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising any one or more of the following: manuka honey claim 1 , inulin or another prebiotic; ascorbic acid claim 1 , citric acid claim 1 , malic acid claim 1 , acetic acid claim 1 , apple cider vinegar claim 1 , rice vinegar or other vinegar; lecithin; a flavoring selected from the group consisting of apple claim 1 , apple butter claim 1 , apple pectin claim 1 , peppermint claim 1 , and citrus; and a polyol selected from the group consisting of glycerol claim 1 , glycerine claim 1 , glycerin claim 1 , maltitol claim 1 , sorbitol claim 1 , xylitol claim 1 , erythritol claim 1 , or isomalt.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the dried elm powder comprises a slippery elm herbal supplement.4. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a carrier selected from the group consisting of water claim 1 , coconut water claim 1 , aloe water claim 1 , aloe vera claim 1 , and juice.5. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a plant-based composition that is derived from a fruit or vegetable and that has a form selected from the group consisting of a pomace claim 1 , powder claim 1 , liquid claim 1 , concentrate claim 1 , and lyophilized component.6. The composition of claim 5 , wherein the fruit is a banana claim 5 , berry claim 5 , apple claim 5 , or citrus fruit and wherein the vegetable is beet claim 5 , beetroot claim 5 , or other vegetable root.7. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a ...

SINGLE LOCK EXTERNAL FIXATION CLAMP ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD

A clamping device for an external fixation system includes a post component having a yaw axis, a first clamp secured to the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis, and a second clamp secured to the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis relative to the first clamp. The device includes a tightening component configured in a manner that an action of tightening the tightening component simultaneously locks both the first and second clamps in a gripping arrangement and substantially eliminates their relative rotation about the yaw axis. Interdigitating components can be spaced apart by high spring rate biasing elements that so as to allow for smooth adjustment of the clamping device components relative to each other until the appropriate position is achieved and until after a sufficiently high clamping load has been applied. 1. (canceled)2. A clamping device for an external fixation system , comprising:a post component having a yaw axis;a first clamp secured adjacent to a first end of the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis;a second clamp secured adjacent to a second end of the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis relative to the first clamp; and a spherical washer received in a depression in an outer surface of the first clamp;', 'a tightening component threadably engaging the first end of the post component adjacent the first clamp;', 'a biasing element disposed between the spherical washer and the tightening component,', 'wherein an action of tightening the tightening component simultaneously locks both the first and second clamps and locks their rotation about the yaw axis., 'a tightening assembly associated with the first clamp, wherein the tightening assembly comprises3. The clamping device of claim 2 , wherein the first clamp comprises:a first inner jaw adjacent the intervening member; anda first outer jaw,wherein the first outer jaw comprises an outer surface comprising the depression, andwherein the spherical washer and ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DYNAMIC CHANNEL ALLOCATION

An exemplary system and method for dynamic channel allocation in an LMR system includes using one or more preference indicators to dynamically determine a channel allocation priority to be used for channel allocation when channel allocation requests are received. The preference indicators may include a channel failure indicator (e.g. a channel health indicator based on repeater failures), a channel priority indicator, a radio frequency interference indicator, a high reflected power indicator, an excessive current drain indicator, a loss of backbone communications indicator, and a channel usage indicator. If more than one preference indicator is used, the channel priority ranking may be determined using any of a variety of weightings and prioritizations of the various preference indicators to dynamically generate the channel allocation priority. The dynamic channel allocation system may include one or more site controllers, servers, and/or one or more processors configured to implement the method of dynamic channel allocation. 1. A method for dynamic channel allocation in a land mobile radio communication system , the method comprising:determining one or more preference indicators for one or more channel for use in allocating at least one of the one or more channels;determining a priority ranking for use in allocating at least one of the one or more channels based at least in part on the one or more preference indicators;receiving a first channel allocation request to allocate at least one channel of the one or more channel;allocating a first channel of the one or more channel in response to the first channel allocation request by selecting the first channel of the one or more of channels based at least in part on a then highest ranked channel of the priority ranking used in allocating the one or more channel.2. The method of dynamic channel allocation according to claim 1 , further comprising:updating the priority ranking for use in allocating at least one of the ...

Screenplay content analysis engine and method

Embodiments of the inventive concept provide a screenplay content analysis engine and associated method for automatically analyzing a screenplay document. The screenplay content analysis engine can include logic sections for interpreting and analyzing the screenplay document. The logic sections can include a screenplay preconditioner logic section, an initial pass interpreter logic section, a second pass interpreter logic section, a deep interpreter logic section, and a screenplay analysis logic section. The method can include preconditioning the screenplay document, performing an initial interpretive pass of nodes associated with the screenplay document, performing a second interpretive pass, performing a deep interpretive pass, performing a screenplay analysis based on the interpretive passes, and displaying summarized information about the screenplay document. The nodes associated with the screenplay document can include left position information, which are grouped together and compared with predefined left positions, so that the various body section types can be detected and stored.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DYNAMIC CHANNEL ALLOCATION

An exemplary system and method for dynamic channel allocation in an LMR system includes using one or more preference indicators to dynamically determine a channel allocation priority to be used for channel allocation when channel allocation requests are received. The preference indicators may include a channel failure indicator (e.g. a channel health indicator based on repeater failures), a channel priority indicator, a radio frequency interference indicator, a high reflected power indicator, an excessive current drain indicator, a loss of backbone communications indicator, and a channel usage indicator. If more than one preference indicator is used, the channel priority ranking may be determined using any of a variety of weightings and prioritizations of the various preference indicators to dynamically generate the channel allocation priority. The dynamic channel allocation system may include one or more site controllers, servers, and/or one or more processors configured to implement the method of dynamic channel allocation. 1. A method for dynamic channel allocation in a land mobile radio communications system , the method comprising:determining one or more preference indicators for each of a plurality of channels for use in allocating the plurality of channels, wherein each of the plurality of channels is associated with one or more repeaters of a plurality of repeaters of the land mobile radio communications system;determining a priority ranking for use in allocating each of the plurality of channels based at least in part on the one or more preference indicators;receiving a first channel allocation request to allocate one of the plurality of channels;allocating a first one of the plurality of channels in response to the first channel allocation request by selecting the first one of the plurality of channels based on a then highest ranked channel of the priority ranking used in allocating each of the plurality of channels.2. The method of dynamic channel ...

METHOD AND SYSTEMS FOR EVENT ENTRY WITH FACIAL RECOGNITION

A system is provided that includes an event site device having a display and an imaging device. The event site device is configured to capture an image of a user's face for identification. The system further includes a server configured to associate ticketing information with an identity of the user, receive the image of the user's face from the event site device, determine the identity of the user based on facial feature information stored for the user, retrieve the ticketing information associated with the user, and transmit the ticketing information to the event site device for presentation on the display. 1. A system , comprising:an event site device comprising an imaging device, the event site device is configured to capture an image of a user for identification; and 'store a global identifier corresponding to the user, the global identifier comprises facial image information and a personal identifier of the user,', 'a server configured to ["associate ticketing information with the user's global identifier;", 'receive the image of the user from the event site device;', "identify the user's global identifier based on a correlation of the image of the user with the user's facial image information;", 'retrieve the ticketing information associated with the global identifier; and', 'transmit the ticketing information to at least one of the event site device or an event access device., 'wherein the facial image information is associated with the personal identifier;'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the personal identifier of the user is at least one of an e-mail address or a phone number.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the server is configured to:store a plurality of global identifiers belonging to a plurality of users, andstore the user's global identifier as part of a person group, wherein the person group contains a subset of the plurality of global identifiers.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the server is configured to identify the user's global ...

BIOPOLYMER COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF GASTRIC ULCERS

The invention provides compositions comprising chitosan, manuka honey and one or more additional components that promotes digestive health (e.g., inulin, probiotics) for the treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers (esophageal, stomach, or duodenum) in a mammal (e.g., equine). 1. A composition for the treatment or prevention of an ulcer comprising manuka honey and a biopolymer selected from the group consisting of chitosan , cellulose , collagen , and alginate in a form suitable for oral administration.2. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising any one or more of the following: slippery elm; inulin or another probiotic; ascorbic acid claim 1 , citric acid claim 1 , malic acid claim 1 , apple cider vinegar claim 1 , rice vinegar or other acetic acids or vinegars; lecithin; a flavoring selected from the group consisting of apple claim 1 , apple butter claim 1 , apple pectin claim 1 , peppermint claim 1 , and citrus; a polyol selected from the group consisting of glycerol claim 1 , glycerine claim 1 , glycerin claim 1 , maltitol claim 1 , sorbitol claim 1 , xylitol claim 1 , erythritol claim 1 , or isomalt.3. (canceled)4. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a carrier selected from the group consisting of water claim 1 , coconut water claim 1 , aloe water claim 1 , aloe vera claim 1 , and or juice.58-. (canceled)9. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a plant-based composition selected from the group consisting of a pomace claim 1 , powder claim 1 , liquid claim 1 , concentrate claim 1 , and a lyophilized component.10. (canceled)11. The composition of claim 10 , wherein the fruit is a banana claim 10 , berry claim 10 , apple claim 10 , or citrus fruit and the vegetable is beet claim 10 , beetroot claim 10 , other root-based flora.1213-. (canceled)14. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a preservative that is ascorbic acid claim 1 , potassium sorbate or citric acid.15. (canceled)16. The composition of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Open platform hybrid manual-automated sample processing system

An automated sample processing system having a sample input adapted to simultaneously receive a number of sample containers, a reagent input adapted to receive one or more new reagent supplies, a consumable input adapted to receive one or more new consumable supplies, a solid waste output adapted to receive used consumable supplies, a liquid waste output adapted to receive one or more used reagent supplies, and a processing center. The processing center includes a decapper adapted to remove a lid from at least one sample container, an aspirator adapted to remove a specimen from the at least one sample container and transfer the specimen to an output vessel, and a capper adapted to replace the lid on the at least one sample container. The system also includes a sample output adapted to receive the output vessel, and a user interface adapted to receive an input from the user to indicate the identity of the at least one sample container, and control at least one operation based on a physical property of the at least one sample container.

Open platform automated sample processing system

An automated sample processing system having a sample input adapted to simultaneously receive a number of sample containers, a reagent input adapted to receive one or more new reagent supplies, a consumable input adapted to receive one or more new consumable supplies, a solid waste output adapted to receive used consumable supplies, a liquid waste output adapted to receive one or more used reagent supplies, and a processing center. The processing center includes a decapper adapted to remove a lid from at least one sample container, an aspirator adapted to remove a specimen from the at least one sample container and transfer the specimen to an output vessel, and a capper adapted to replace the lid on the at least one sample container. The system also includes a sample output adapted to receive the output vessel, and a user interface adapted to receive an input from the user to indicate the identity of the at least one sample container, and control at least one operation based on a physical property of the at least one sample container.

Closure and method of using same

A closure having an operating member, a lower member having a near end connected to the operating member and a far end spaced along an axial direction from the proximal end. One or more sealing members extend from the lower member. A first bore extends along the axial direction through the operating member and into the lower member. Second bores extend along the axial direction into the operating member. The second bores are located around the first bore with dividers between adjacent bores. The dividers are arranged to increase the compression stiffness of the operating member.

Acetabular cup body prosthesis

An acetabular cup prosthesis has a cup body with correspondingly shaped inner concave and outer convex surfaces. The cup body has an apex and a base that defines a plane. The cup body outer convex surface has a toroidally shaped portion between the base and the transition. In one embodiment, the outer convex surface is toroidally shaped between the rim and a distance about one third of the distance of the rim to the apex. In another embodiment, a plurality of cup bodies are provided in a range of sizes between about 40mm and 80mm. Each cup body has a companion rotary reamer that is correspondingly shaped. The companion cup body is oversized between about 1mm and 3mm so that a generally constant change in volume is provided for all cup sizes between 40mm and 80mm.

Method and system for performing a measurement distribution based on error detection and computer readable storage medium

Verfahren mit: Ausführen eines Prozessschrittes an einer Charge aus Werkstücken (105) unter Anwendung einer Prozessanlage (610); Ausführen einer Anlagenzustandsanalyse an der Prozessanlage (610); und Korrelieren der Anlagenzustandsanalyse mit der Charge aus Werkstücken (105); Bereitstellen mehrerer Messanlagen (650) zum Gewinnen von Messdaten von den Werkstücken (105); und Einstellen einer Messroute für die Charge aus Werkstücken auf der Grundlage der Korrelation, wobei das Einstellen der Messroute ferner Modifizieren eines Fehlertoleranzpegels, der mit einer Anlagenfunktionstüchtigkeitsbeeinträchtigung verknüpft ist, umfasst. Method with: Performing a process step on a batch of workpieces (105) using a process tool (610); Performing a plant condition analysis on the process plant (610); and Correlating plant condition analysis with the batch of workpieces (105); Providing a plurality of measuring equipment (650) for obtaining measurement data from the workpieces (105); and Adjusting a measurement route for the batch of workpieces based on the correlation, wherein adjusting the measurement route further comprises modifying a fault tolerance level associated with a facility health impairment.

Acetabular cup body prosthesis

An acetabular cup prosthesis (86) has a cup body with correspondingly shaped inner concave and outer convex (87) surfaces. The cup body has an apex (98) as well as a base (91) that defines a plane (92). The cup body outer convex surface (87) has a portion (89) between the rim (103) and a distance about one third of the distance from the rim (103) to the apex (98), which portion (89) has an outer surface formed by first generating an arc (106) between the rim (103) and a transition point (90) about one third of the distance from the rim (103) to the apex (98), arc having a radius of curvature (101) whose origin (102) is near to, but not coincident with the center of the base (91), and then rotating the arc 360 degrees about a central axis (99) of the cup body, which axis runs between the apex (98) and the center of the base. In another embodiment, a plurality of cup bodies (86) are provided in a range of sizes between about 40 mm and 80 mm. Each cup body (86) has a companion rotary reamer (111) that is correspondingly shaped. The companion cup body (86) is oversized between about 1 mm and 3 mm relative to the companion rotary reamer (111), so that a generally constant change in volume is provided for all cup sizes between 40 mm and 80 mm.

COMPOSITES HIGH DENSITY

Joining and sealing pressurized ceramic structures

This patent document relates to systems, structures, devices, and fabrication processes for ceramic matrix composites suitable for use in a nuclear reactor environment and other applications requiring materials that can withstand high temperatures and/or highly corrosive environments. In one exemplary aspect, a method of joining and sealing ceramic structures is disclosed. The method comprises forming a joint of a ceramic structure and an end plug using a sealing material, wherein the end plug has a hole that goes through a top surface and a bottom surface of the end plug; filling the ceramic structure with a desired gas composition through the hole; heating a material into a molten form using a heat source; and directing the material into the hole, wherein the material solidifies to seal the end plug.

Fishing weights

A weight, for engagement on an angler's line, has a body which as a whole has a density greater than water and formed with a recess open to the exterior to receive the line, at least a portion of that part of the body which bounds the recess, or the entire body, being of a resiliently deformable material, the recess being so shaped and dimensioned in relation to the line that a portion of the line may be forced into the recess, with deformation of that resiliently deformable material, and retained in the recess by the grip exerted on it as a result of deformation of the resiliently deformable material, thereby to secure the weight on the line. In preferred forms, the recess is V-shaped or parallel-sided, and preferred material is resilient synthetic resinous plastics loaded with denser filler material. <IMAGE>

Vision-guided aspiration apparatus and methods

A method for removing supernatant from a sample tube. The method includes providing a sample tube having a pellet at a bottom of the sample tube and a supernatant liquid above the pellet, visually inspecting the sample tube to determine one or more geometric properties of the pellet, and determining an expected height of a top surface of the pellet based on the one or more geometric properties determined in the visual inspection step. The method also includes inserting an aspirator into the supernatant liquid, moving the aspirator downwards towards the expected height of the top surface of the pellet, and aspirating the supernatant liquid through the aspirator.

Editing and reporting tool for graphical programming language objects

Verfahren und System zum Editieren eines grafischen Programmierspracheobjekts zur Entwicklung einer Prozesssteuerungseinheit innerhalb einer Offline-Datenbank. Das Verfahren und System versetzt einen Anwender in die Lage, ein oder mehrere Programmiersprachenobjektfragmente aus einer Bibliothek von Programmiersprachenobjektfragmenten auszuwählen, und zeigt die ausgewählten Programmiersprachenobjektfragmente innerhalb einer grafischen Programmiersprachen-Objektphasenanzeige an. Jedes Programmiersprachenobjektfragment weist eine Programmierlogikroutine für die Prozesssteuerungseinheit auf. Unter Verwendung der ausgewählten Programmiersprachenobjektfragmente wird der Anwender in die Lage versetzt, ein grafisches Programmiersprachenobjekt für eine Prozesssteuerungseinheit innerhalb einer grafischen Programmiersprachenobjekt- oder Phasenanzeige zu konfigurieren. Das grafische Programmiersprachenobjekt wird als Konfigurationsdatei in einem von der Offline-Datenbank verwendeten Format gespeichert und in ein anderes als das von der Offline-Datenbank für die Erzeugung von Berichtdokumentation und für den Austausch der Konfigurationsdatei mit der Konfigurationsdatenbank verwendete Format abgebildet. Method and system for editing a graphical programming language object for developing a process control unit within an offline database. The method and system enables a user to select one or more programming language object fragments from a library of programming language object fragments and displays the selected programming language object fragments within a graphical programming language object phase display. Each programming language object fragment includes a programming logic routine for the process control unit. Using the selected programming language object fragments, the user is enabled to configure a graphical programming language object for a process control unit within a graphical programming language object or phase display. The graphical programming language object is ...

Single lock external fixation clamp arrangement

Fishing weight

A fishing weight has two body parts made of a resiliently deformable material, a first of those body parts including two gripper portions 3a, 3b which define between them a channel 4 into which a fishing line can be engaged, the other body part 2 having an opening enabling it to be forced over the two gripper portions, with resilient deformation thereof, to cause them to grip the line. In one form, the two gripper portions extend from the first body part to constitute a coupling member connecting the two body parts, and in another form the first body part is received in the opening of the second body part. <IMAGE>

System and method for dynamic channel allocation

An exemplary system and method for dynamic channel allocation in an LMR system includes using one or more preference indicators to dynamically determine a channel allocation priority to be used for channel allocation when channel allocation requests are received. The preference indicators may include a channel failure indicator (e.g. a channel health indicator based on repeater failures), a channel priority indicator, a radio frequency interference indicator, a high reflected power indicator, an excessive current drain indicator, a loss of backbone communications indicator, and a channel usage indicator. If more than one preference indicator is used, the channel priority ranking may be determined using any of a variety of weightings and prioritizations of the various preference indicators to dynamically generate the channel allocation priority. The dynamic channel allocation system may include one or more site controllers, servers, and/or one or more processors configured to implement the method of dynamic channel allocation.

METHOD AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR MESSAGE TO A USER, AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM THEREWITH

Closure and method of using same

Fishing weights

Adjusting a sampling rate based on state estimation results

Verfahren mit: Empfangen von Messdaten, die mit einem oder mehreren zuvor bearbeiteten Werkstücken verknüpft sind; Abschätzen eines nächsten Prozesszustands auf der Grundlage mindestens eines Teils der Messdaten; Bestimmen eines Fehlerwerts, der mit dem abgeschätzten nächsten Prozesszustand verknüpft ist; Bearbeiten mehrerer Werkstücke auf der Grundlage des abgeschätzten nächsten Prozesszustands; und Einstellen eines Probennahmenprotokolls der bearbeiteten Werkstücke, die zu messen sind, auf der Grundlage des bestimmten Fehlerwerts. Method with: Receiving measurement data associated with one or more previously machined workpieces; Estimating a next process state based on at least a portion of the measurement data; Determining an error value associated with the estimated next process state; Processing a plurality of workpieces based on the estimated next process state; and Set a sampling protocol of the machined workpieces to be measured based on the determined error value.

Automated diagnostic analyzer and method for its operation

Automated analyzer (2000) comprising a housing (2010, 3010), a robotic arm comprising an end effector (2360), the end effector (2360) comprising a body (2320) rotatably connected to an articulating arm and first (2363a) and second fingers (2363b) coupled to the body (2362) and being moveable relative to each other in a first direction, each of the fingers (2363a, b) having an engagement feature (2361) projecting inwardly from each of the first and second fingers (2363a, b) and toward the other of the first and second fingers (2363a, b), the engagement feature (2361) being configured to engage a recess (2077) of an article wherein the recess is configured to receive the engagement feature (2361) such that the robotic arm can carry the article that is suspended from the first and second fingers (2363a, b) when the engagement features (2361) are so engaged with the article. The automated analyzer (2000) further comprises a shuttle platform (2030) for receiving a shuttle (2030) carrying sample containers (03), the containers carrying sample (03) to be evaluated by the analyzer (2000) and the shuttle platform (2030) comprising a jaw assembly that automatically moves from an open position to a closed position the jaw assembly comprising engagement members that do not contact the bottom portion of the sample containers (03) carried by the shuttle (2030) when the jaw assembly is in an open position and engages the bottom portion of the sample containers when the jaw assembly is in the closed position.

PAN FOR HIP JOINT PROSTHESIS

Catapults

In a catapult having arms 2 and a pouch 5 connected to the ends of the arms by a pair of elongate tubular elastomeric members 4, the ends of the elongate elastomeric members engage in a friction fit, over a pair of elongate fixing members 7 each flexibly connected to an arm 2. The flexible connection may be a sleeve 3 or a cord (8). The pouch is preferably connected to the ends of the elongate tubular member by means of holding members having enlarged heads and passing through holes in the pouch and engaging in the ends of the tubular members in a friction fit. <IMAGE>

Flexible pipe or hose as well as the method and device for its manufacture

SERIAL PARALLEL AND PARALLEL-SERIAL CONVERSION DEVICE

Joining and sealing pressurized ceramic structures

This patent document relates to systems, structures, devices, and fabrication processes for ceramic matrix composites suitable for use in a nuclear reactor environment and other applications requiring materials that can withstand high temperatures and/or highly corrosive environments. In one exemplary aspect, a method of joining and sealing ceramic structures is disclosed. The method comprises forming a joint of a ceramic structure and an end plug using a sealing material, wherein the end plug has a hole that goes through a top surface and a bottom surface of the end plug; filling the ceramic structure with a desired gas composition through the hole; heating a material into a molten form using a heat source; and directing the material into the hole, wherein the material solidifies to seal the end plug.

Automated pelletized sample blotting apparatus and methods

An automated sample tube blotting system having one or more rotating grippers, a supply of absorbent material, a transporter, and an absorbent material removal mechanism. Each rotating gripper has a respective holder configured to selectively mate with a respective interface on a tube strip, and the one or more rotating grippers are rotatable between a first position in which the tube strip is upright and a second position in which the tube strip is inverted. The transporter is configured to move the rotating gripper in a lateral direction from a starting location to a location above the absorbent material, and in a vertical direction towards and away from the absorbent material.

Automated diagnostic analyzer and method for its operation

An analyzer for analysis of a biological sample prepared by a pre analytical system and a method of operating an analyzer that received samples prepared by a pre-analytical system. The analyzer is automated and receives shuttles carrying samples from a pre-analytical system. The analyzer has a robot that will transfer the shuttles from the pre-analytical system into the analyzer. The shuttles are then placed in a shuttle retention assembly, where the system automatically extracts aliquots of sample from the sample tubes disposed in the shuttle. The shuttle retention assembly retains the sample tubes in the shuttle as the sample is aliquoted therefrom. The automated analyzer include an inventory robot that includes an inventory scanner and an end-effector that is configured to handle a variety of consumables including a sample container shuttle, an amplification cartridge, a liquid reagent plate, a dry reagent plate, and a sample processing plate. The inventory robot has an end effector that can carry the amplification cartridges, liquid reagent plate and dry reagent plate from location to location in the automated system.

Pfanne für hüftgelenkprothese

Automated diagnostic analyzer and method for its operation

Joining and sealing pressurized ceramic structures

This patent document relates to systems, structures, devices, and fabrication processes for ceramic matrix composites suitable for use in a nuclear reactor environment and other applications requiring materials that can withstand high temperatures and/or highly corrosive environments. In one exemplary aspect, a method of joining and sealing ceramic structures is disclosed. The method comprises forming a joint of a ceramic structure and an end plug using a sealing material, wherein the end plug has a hole that goes through a top surface and a bottom surface of the end plug; filling the ceramic structure with a desired gas composition through the hole; heating a material into a molten form using a heat source; and directing the material into the hole, wherein the material solidifies to seal the end plug.

Devices and systems for preparing therapeutic pellets

Devices and methods for mixing and preparing therapeutic pellets are described. In one aspect, the present disclosure may include a medical device for mixing and preparing pharmaceuticals. The medical device may include a body sized and shaped to be supported by a human hand. The body may be elastically flexible between a relaxed shape and a flexed shape. In the relaxed shape, the body may form a basin and may be shaped and sized to receive a vessel for mixing or forming the therapeutic pellets. In the flexed shape, the bowl may be configured for controlled pouring of the therapeutic pellets.

Suspension system

Method and systems for event entry with facial recognition

A system is provided that includes an event site device having a display and an imaging device. The event site device is configured to capture an image of a user's face for identification. The system further includes a server configured to associate ticketing information with an identity of the user, receive the image of the user's face from the event site device, determine the identity of the user based on facial feature information stored for the user, retrieve the ticketing information associated with the user, and transmit the ticketing information to the event site device for presentation on the display.

Pfanne für hüftgelenkprothese

Apparatus for relocating a structure

Herstellungsverfahren von Barriereschicht für Kupfer-Verbindungsstruktur

樣品檯架系統

一種供自動化處理系統用之檯架。該檯架包括適用於固定具有第一尺寸之至少第一樣品容器，及具有第二尺寸之第二樣品容器之多個孔。該第二尺寸可為直徑、高度、或二者且實質上係與該第一尺寸不同。一結構接合該等孔。該檯架係適用於配合於一自動化處理系統，該系統係適用於由該檯架移開該第一樣品容器及該第二樣品容器二者。

Devices and systems for preparing therapeutic pellets

Devices and methods for mixing and preparing therapeutic pellets are described. In one aspect, the present disclosure may include a medical device for mixing and preparing pharmaceuticals. The medical device may include a body sized and shaped to be supported by a human hand. The body may be elastically flexible between a relaxed shape and a flexed shape. In the relaxed shape, the body may form a basin and may be shaped and sized to receive a vessel for mixing or forming the therapeutic pellets. In the flexed shape, the bowl may be configured for controlled pouring of the therapeutic pellets.

Joining and sealing pressurized ceramic structures

This patent document relates to systems, structures, devices, and fabrication processes for ceramic matrix composites suitable for use in a nuclear reactor environment and other applications requiring materials that can withstand high temperatures and/or highly corrosive environments. In one exemplary aspect, a method of joining and sealing ceramic structures is disclosed. The method comprises forming a joint of a ceramic structure and an end plug using a sealing material, wherein the end plug has a hole that goes through a top surface and a bottom surface of the end plug; filling the ceramic structure with a desired gas composition through the hole; heating a material into a molten form using a heat source; and directing the material into the hole, wherein the material solidifies to seal the end plug.

Devices and systems for preparing therapeutic pellets

Devices and methods for mixing and preparing therapeutic pellets are described. In one aspect, the present disclosure may include a medical device for mixing and preparing pharmaceuticals. The medical device may include a body sized and shaped to be supported by a human hand. The body may be elastically flexible between a relaxed shape and a flexed shape. In the relaxed shape, the body may form a basin and may be shaped and sized to receive a vessel for mixing or forming the therapeutic pellets. In the flexed shape, the bowl may be configured for controlled pouring of the therapeutic pellets.

Suspension system

A vehicle suspension system includes left and right control arm assemblies each having a wheel mount structure, an upper control arm, and a lower control arm. Each control arm includes a first end configured to be pivotably connected to a frame structure of a vehicle and a second end rotatably connected to the wheel mount structure. The vehicle suspension system also includes a transverse leaf spring having an elongated body extending between the control arm assemblies, outer mounting brackets respectively connecting left and right ends of the elongated body to the left and right control arm assemblies, and one or more inner mounting brackets located between the outer mounting brackets. The transverse leaf spring is contoured such that a contoured portion of the elongated body deviates in a downward direction in order to extend below an electric drive system disposed within an internal space between rails of the frame structure.

Skate blade sharpening system

The present disclosure provides for a skate sharpening system comprising an operative unit and a base, the operative unit comprising a central body, the central body comprising a skate receiving slot, a skate clamp being positioned adjacent to the skate receiving slot such that a skate can be secured within the skate receiving slot for a sharpening operation, the operative unit further comprising a grinding unit, the grinding unit being configured to translate along a length of the slot such that the grinding unit can conduct the sharpening operation on the skate that is secured within the skate receiving slot, the operative unit being positioned over at least a portion of the base, the base comprising a swarf-receiving cavity, the operative unit and the base being pivotably connected.

Skate blade sharpening system

The present disclosure provides for a skate sharpening system comprising an operative unit and a base, the operative unit comprising a central body, the central body comprising a skate receiving slot, a skate clamp being positioned adjacent to the skate receiving slot such that a skate can be secured within the skate receiving slot for a sharpening operation, the operative unit further comprising a grinding unit, the grinding unit being configured to translate along a length of the slot such that the grinding unit can conduct the sharpening operation on the skate that is secured within the skate receiving slot, the operative unit being positioned over at least a portion of the base, the base comprising a swarf-receiving cavity, the operative unit and the base being pivotably connected.

Skate blade sharpening system

The present disclosure provides for a skate sharpening system comprising an operative unit and a base, the operative unit comprising a central body, the central body comprising a skate receiving slot, a skate clamp being positioned adjacent to the skate receiving slot such that a skate can be secured within the skate receiving slot for a sharpening operation, the operative unit further comprising a grinding unit, the grinding unit being configured to translate along a length of the slot such that the grinding unit can conduct the sharpening operation on the skate that is secured within the skate receiving slot, the operative unit being positioned over at least a portion of the base, the base comprising a swarf-receiving cavity, the operative unit and the base being pivotably connected.

Sample rack system

A rack for an automated processing system. The rack includes a number of wells adapted to hold at least a first sample container having a first size, and a second sample container having a second size. The second size, which may be a diameter, a height, or both, is substantially different from the first size. A structure joins the wells. The rack is adapted to fit in an automated processing system that is adapted to remove both the first sample container and the second sample container from the rack.

Automated diagnostic analyzer and method for its operation

Automated analyzer (2000) comprising a housing (2010, 3010), a robotic arm comprising an end effector (2360), the end effector (2360) comprising a body (2320) rotatably connected to an articulating arm and first (2363a) and second fingers (2363b) coupled to the body (2362) and being moveable relative to each other in a first direction, each of the fingers (2363a, b) having an engagement feature (2361) projecting inwardly from each of the first and second fingers (2363a, b) and toward the other of the first and second fingers (2363a, b), the engagement feature (2361) being configured to engage a recess (2077) of an article wherein the recess is configured to receive the engagement feature (2361) such that the robotic arm can carry the article that is suspended from the first and second fingers (2363a, b) when the engagement features (2361) are so engaged with the article. The automated analyzer (2000) further comprises a shuttle platform (2030) for receiving a shuttle (2030) carrying sample containers (03), the containers carrying sample (03) to be evaluated by the analyzer (2000) and the shuttle platform (2030) comprising a jaw assembly that automatically moves from an open position to a closed position the jaw assembly comprising engagement members that do not contact the bottom portion of the sample containers (03) carried by the shuttle (2030) when the jaw assembly is in an open position and engages the bottom portion of the sample containers when the jaw assembly is in the closed position.

Automatisk diagnoseanalyseapparat og tilhørende fremgangsmåde

Automated diagnostic analyzer and method for its operation

Automated analyzer (2000) comprising a housing (2010, 3010), a robotic arm comprising an end effector (2360), the end effector (2360) comprising a body (2320) rotatably connected to an articulating arm and first (2363a) and second fingers (2363b) coupled to the body (2362) and being moveable relative to each other in a first direction, each of the fingers (2363a, b) having an engagement feature (2361) projecting inwardly from each of the first and second fingers (2363a, b) and toward the other of the first and second fingers (2363a, b), the engagement feature (2361) being configured to engage a recess (2077) of an article wherein the recess is configured to receive the engagement feature (2361) such that the robotic arm can carry the article that is suspended from the first and second fingers (2363a, b) when the engagement features (2361) are so engaged with the article. The automated analyzer (2000) further comprises a shuttle platform (2030) for receiving a shuttle (2030) carrying sample containers (03), the containers carrying sample (03) to be evaluated by the analyzer (2000) and the shuttle platform (2030) comprising a jaw assembly that automatically moves from an open position to a closed position the jaw assembly comprising engagement members that do not contact the bottom portion of the sample containers (03) carried by the shuttle (2030) when the jaw assembly is in an open position and engages the bottom portion of the sample containers when the jaw assembly is in the closed position.

Biopolymer compositions for the treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers

The invention provides compositions comprising chitosan, manuka honey and one or more additional components that promotes digestive health (e.g., inulin, probiotics) for the treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers (esophageal, stomach, or duodenum) in a mammal (e.g., equine).

Calibration and design of an automated diagnostic analyzer

An analyzer for analysis of a biological sample prepared by a pre-analytical system and a method of operating an analyzer that receives biological samples for processing. The analyzer is automated and has a housing in which the biological samples are processed for analysis. The analyzer has an inventory control system for consumables used in the analyzer. The consumables are stored on and below a processing deck in the analyzer. The inventory control system can include racks for selectively storing consumables below deck, machine-readable labels on the processing deck for managing consumables thereon, and a support plate for the sample processing plates that manage waste from the processing plates. The analyzer includes an inventory robot disposed in the housing that includes an inventory scanner and an end-effector that is configured to handle a variety of consumables and is used for calibration.

Model and method of modelling a pulmonary autograft

A method of modelling an external support for a prospective pulmonary autograft attached to patient's heart using an imaging scanner (8), the method comprising: obtaining (100), using the scanner (8), at least one scan of the vasculature of the heart during systole of the heart; processing (102) each scan using a processor (2) to construct a model of the prospective pulmonary autograft; and processing (104) the model of the prospective pulmonary autograft to generate a model of the external support.

Devices and systems for preparing therapeutic pellets

Devices and methods for mixing and preparing therapeutic pellets are described. In one aspect, the present disclosure may include a medical device for mixing and preparing pharmaceuticals. The medical device may include a body sized and shaped to be supported by a human hand. The body may be elastically flexible between a relaxed shape and a flexed shape. In the relaxed shape, the body may form a basin and may be shaped and sized to receive a vessel for mixing or forming the therapeutic pellets. In the flexed shape, the bowl may be configured for controlled pouring of the therapeutic pellets.

Modified allergens anda process for their preparation

Automated pelletized sample decanting apparatus and methods

Devices and systems for preparing therapeutic pellets

Devices and methods for mixing and preparing therapeutic pellets are described. In one aspect, the present disclosure may include a medical device for mixing and preparing pharmaceuticals. The medical device may include a body sized and shaped to be supported by a human hand. The body may be elastically flexible between a relaxed shape and a flexed shape. In the relaxed shape, the body may form a basin and may be shaped and sized to receive a vessel for mixing or forming the therapeutic pellets. In the flexed shape, the bowl may be configured for controlled pouring of the therapeutic pellets.

Model and method of modelling a pulmonary autograft

A method of modelling an external support for a prospective pulmonary autograft attached to patient's heart using an imaging scanner (8), the method comprising: obtaining (100), using the scanner (8), at least one scan of the vasculature of the heart during systole of the heart; processing (102) each scan using a processor (2) to construct a model of the prospective pulmonary autograft; and processing (104) the model of the prospective pulmonary autograft to generate a model of the external support.

Model and method of modelling a pulmonary autograft

A method of modelling an external support for a prospective pulmonary autograft attached to patient's heart using an imaging scanner (8), the method comprising: obtaining (100), using the scanner (8), at least one scan of the vasculature of the heart during systole of the heart; processing (102) each scan using a processor (2) to construct a model of the prospective pulmonary autograft; and processing (104) the model of the prospective pulmonary autograft to generate a model of the external support.

Model and method of modelling a pulmonary autograft

A method of modelling an external support for a prospective pulmonary autograft attached to patient's heart using an imaging scanner (8), the method comprising: obtaining (100), using the scanner (8), at least one scan of the vasculature of the heart during systole of the heart; processing (102) each scan using a processor (2) to construct a model of the prospective pulmonary autograft; and processing (104) the model of the prospective pulmonary autograft to generate a model of the external support.

Modified allergens anda process for their preparation

Model and method of modelling a pulmonary autograft

A method of modelling an external support for a prospective pulmonary autograft attached to patient's heart using an imaging scanner (8), the method comprising: obtaining (100), using the scanner (8), at least one scan of the vasculature of the heart during systole of the heart; processing (102) each scan using a processor (2) to construct a model of the prospective pulmonary autograft; and processing (104) the model of the prospective pulmonary autograft to generate a model of the external support.

System and method for dynamic channel allocaton

An exemplary system and method for dynamic channel allocation in an LMR system includes using one or more preference indicators to dynamically determine a channel allocation priority to be used for channel allocation when channel allocation requests are received. The preference indicators may include a channel failure indicator (e.g. a channel health indicator based on repeater failures), a channel priority indicator, a radio frequency interference indicator, a high reflected power indicator, an excessive current drain indicator, a loss of backbone communications indicator, and a channel usage indicator. If more than one preference indicator is used, the channel priority ranking may be determined using any of a variety of weightings and prioritizations of the various preference indicators to dynamically generate the channel allocation priority. The dynamic channel allocation system may include one or more site controllers, servers, and/or one or more processors configured to implement the method of dynamic channel allocation.

Single lock external fixation clamp arrangement and method

A clamping device for an external fixation system includes a post component having a yaw axis, a first clamp secured to the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis, and a second clamp secured to the post component and rotatable about the yaw axis relative to the first clamp. The device includes a tightening component configured in a manner that an action of tightening the tightening component simultaneously locks both the first and second clamps in a gripping arrangement and substantially eliminates their relative rotation about the yaw axis. Interdigitating components can be spaced apart by high spring rate biasing elements that so as to allow for smooth adjustment of the clamping device components relative to each other until the appropriate position is achieved and until after a sufficiently high clamping load has been applied.

Automated pelletized sample decanting apparatus and methods

An automated sample tube decanting system having one or more decanting grippers, a decant waste receptacle, a transporter, and means for rotating the decanting gripper. Each decanting gripper has a respective holder configured to selectively mate with a respective interface on a tube strip. The one or more decanting grippers are rotatable between a first position in which the tube strip is upright and a second position in which the tube strip is inverted. The transporter is configured to move the one or more decanting grippers in a lateral direction from a starting location to a location above the decant waste receptacle.