DERMAL WALL DEVICE, TRANSMITTER OR FAR INFRARED RADIATION REFLECTOR, IN PARTICULAR FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES, PATCH OR ARTICLE COMPRISING THE WALL

L'invention vise à fournir des articles ou des dispositifs médicaux ou sanitaires réalisés à partir de films de matériau composite polymère/céramique, qui permettent d'accroître l'efficacité et d'étendre le spectre d'activité des IRL dans la prévention et le traitement des troubles sanitaires et physiologiques, dans l'amélioration des performances physiques et/ou mentales d'un individu, ou encore dans les traitements cosmétiques. A cet effet l'invention concerne un multifeuillet destiné à être appliqué sur le corps d'un individu vivant pour émettre et/ou renvoyer vers ce corps au moins un rayonnement infrarouge lointain. Ce multifeuillet comprend au moins deux feuillets superposés et formés chacun par un matériau composite constitué par une matrice à base de polymère dans laquelle sont dispersées des particules de céramique susceptibles d'émettre et/ou de renvoyer au moins un rayonnement infrarouge lointain, au moins une partie de ces particules étant de préférence des particules à base ...

MULTILAYER DERMAL ADHESIVE DEVICE, EMITTING OR FAR INFRARED RADIATION, ESPECIALLY FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES, ADHESIVE PATCH OR ARTICLES COMPRISING THE MULTILAYER ADHESIVE

L'invention vise à fournir des articles ou des dispositifs médicaux ou sanitaires réalisés à partir d'un film multicouche composite auto-adhésif, qui permettent d'accroitre l'efficacité et d'étendre le spectre d'activité des infrarouges lointains (IRL) dans la prévention et le traitement des trouble sanitaires et physiologiques, dans l'amélioration des performances physiques et ou mentales d'un individu, ou encore dans les traitements cosmétiques. A cette effet l'invention concerne un film multicouche composé d'une part d'une couche extérieure non collante sèche au touché à base d'un polymère et d'autre part d'une couche intérieure collante en surface avec un pouvoir adhésif à base d'une matrice polymère dans laquelle sont dispersées des particules de céramique susceptibles d'émettre et /ou de renvoyer au moins un rayonnement infrarouge lointain; au moins une partie de ces particules étant de préférence des particules à base de MnO2, et des particules à base de Co2O3 ; ce film multicouche ...

ANTAGONISTS OF THE LIGANDS OF THE RECEIVER OF THE ARYLHYDROCARBURES

COMPOSITE FABRIC INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING A LAYER OF HYDROPHOBIC POLYMER ASSOCIATED HAS AN ABSORBENT LAYER OF POLYMER AND ITS MANUFACTORING PROCESS.

Textile material useful in article e.g. sports t-shirt, comprises a cloth corresponding with a layer comprising composite material comprising ceramic particles, a regular open-work, and circular perforations and/or a staggered grid

L'invention concerne un matériau textile comprenant au moins une étoffe dont au moins une partie est associée à au moins une couche comportant un matériau composite comprenant des particules de céramique dispersées dans une matrice à base de polymère, la céramique étant susceptible d'émettre au moins un rayonnement infrarouge lointain et représentant de 1 à 60 % en masse du matériau composite, ledit matériau textile étant pourvu d'ajours (9) et/ou de perforations, de préférence circulaires, permettant le passage de gaz et/ou de liquide(s). L'invention concerne également un procédé de préparation d'un tel matériau textile, ainsi qu'un article textile comprenant un tel matériau textile et son procédé de confection.

TEXTILE MATERIAL PERFORATES INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING A COMPOSITE POLYMERE-CERAMIQUE AND MANUFACTORING PROCESS

DEVICE DERMAL [...], TRANSMITTER OR FAR INFRARED RADIATION REFLECTOR, ESPECIALLY FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES, PATCH OR ARTICLE INCORPORATING [...]

TEXTILE MATERIAL INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING A COMPOSITE POLYMERE-CERAMIQUE AND MANUFACTORING PROCESS

Providing sponsorship information alongside traffic messages

A method and system for providing sponsorship information to a user of a traffic message receiver is disclosed. Sponsorship messages are sent to the traffic message receiver and include data to be stored in the memory of the receiver. The transmission of the sponsorship messages is performed as a background routine to the regular transmission of traffic messages. The sponsorship data stored in the traffic message receiver is provided to the user of the traffic message receiver based on a triggering event, such as the end-user entering a point of interest string into the user interface of his navigation system or receipt of a message that includes an activated trigger flag.

Heterogeneous Yarns For Surgical Articles

Heterogeneous yarns containing strands of dissimilar materials are useful in forming surgical device.

Method and system for facilitating adjusting a circadian pacemaker

A method and system for facilitating adjusting a user's circadian pacemaker are provided, including determining a current circadian pacemaker state of the user, as well as potential future states of the user's circadian pacemaker. The potential future states are related to a target circadian pacemaker state representing a circadian pacemaker goal for the user. This is accomplished on a state-variable plane using vectors. An optimum potential future state is selected as a basis for constructing a light exposure treatment schedule for the user. A light exposure treatment schedule is then constructed and provided to the user to facilitate taking control of the user's circadian pacemaker and manipulating it for benefits such as health and performance benefits.

Flush to floor sill track and assembly for sliding glass windows

A sill track for sliding panels such as doors or windows in a door jamb or window jamb. The sill track mounts flush to the surrounding floors and has an integrated drainage system for preventing water from penetrating the sill track. The sill track comprises a base having walls to support flooring, a panel track for receiving a guide of a panel, such as wheels of a sliding glass door, and a weep channel wall forming a weep channel for draining water to below a top surface of the sill track. The walls of the base, the panel track and the weep channel wall are configured such that the flooring installed on the sill track, the panel track and the top of the weep channel wall are all flush with the surrounding flooring on the interior and exterior of the sill track.

Latching Device for Pad-Mounted Transformers and Other Similar Equipment

An improved latching device that secures a lift-style hood is described with inherent properties for providing increased accessibility, functionality, stability, security and safety as compared to traditional designs.

Anastomosis Testing Device and Method

A method and apparatus for testing the integrity of an anastomosis of a bodily lumen includes a multi-lumen tubular body having a first balloon that can be positioned proximally of an anastomosis, a second balloon that can be positioned distally of the anastomosis, and an aperture on the tubular body intermediate the first and second balloons. Once the first and second balloons are inflated, they define, in concert with the surrounding bodily lumen, a region that can be used to observe integrity of the anastomosis prior to conclusion of surgery. A fluid, such as air, is introduced through the aperture to the testing region, and a camera and lights provided on the instrument facilitate observation of any behavior of the fluid indicative of leaks in the anastomosis.

Elastic hot melt adhesive composition and an elastic composite made with the same

This invention claims hot melt adhesive compositions that can be used to form elastic composites that are useful in disposable absorbent articles. The compositions have good elastic recovery and high peel adhesion at a viscosity of less than about 15,000 cps at 177° C. (350° F.). The low viscosity makes it possible to apply the hot melt adhesive at a high line speed and target application to only those areas requiring elastic performance.

Systems, devices, and methods related to the individualized calibration and/or manufacturing of medical devices

Systems, devices, kits, and methods are provided herein in the form of example embodiments that relate to calibration of medical devices. The medical devices can be sensors adapted to sense a biochemical attribute. The embodiments can be used to determine calibration information specific to an individual medical device. The embodiments can determine the calibration information by reference to one or more parameters obtained during manufacturing of the medical device. The embodiments can also determine the calibration information by reference to in vitro testing of the medical devices. The embodiments also apply to systems incorporating those medical devices in their use in the field. Also described are embodiments of modifications to surfaces of sensor substrates, such as through applied radiation and/or the creation of a well, to aid in the placement and/or sizing of a sensor element on the substrate.

Catheter hubs

A hub assembly for connection to a medical device. The hub assembly may comprises an outer component having a proximal end, a distal end, and a cavity extending from the proximal end to the distal end. The hub assembly may further include an insert having a proximal end, a distal end, and a lumen extending from the proximal end to the distal end positioned at least in part within the cavity of the outer component. The insert may have a lumen extending from the proximal end to the distal end thereof. The outer component may be formed from a first material and the insert may be formed from a second material different from the first material.

Composition, an article and a method for the bonding of non-woven substrates

A composition, an article and a method for the bonding of non-woven substrates is disclosed. The composition includes solid particles comprising one or more polymers which are emulsified, dispersed and or suspended in a fluid carrier. The composition forms a molten blend when energy activated at temperatures in excess of 60° C. (140° F.).

Catalyst Assembly Including an Intermetallic Compound of Iridium And Tungsten

A catalyst assembly having a substrate including an intermetallic compound of W and Ir. The weight ratio of W to Ir is in a range between a first ratio and a second ratio. A catalyst includes at least one noble metal is supported on and contacts the substrate. The first ratio may be in the range of 48:52 and the second ratio may be in the range of 51:49.

Insulated glazing unit and controller providing energy savings and privacy

An insulated glazing unit includes a spacer defining a framed area, first and second glazing panes attached to the spacer, a pane conductive layer on an inner surface of the first glazing pane, and a dielectric layer disposed on the pane conductive layer. A shade for use with the insulated glazing unit is affixed to the first glazing pane. The shade includes one or more layers selected from a resilient layer, a substantially transparent shade conductive layer, and an opaque shade conductive layer. When an electric drive is applied between the pane conductive layer and the shade conductive layer, a potential difference between the pane conductive layer and the shade conductive layer causes the shade to extend from a retracted configuration to an extended configuration. The shade can further include at least one ink coating layer including pigments that selectively reflect or absorb certain visible colors and infrared.

In vivo photoacoustic and photothermal nano-theranostics of biofilms

A composition and methods for the non-invasive destruction of bacteria cells in vivo using a combination therapy of antibiotics and photothermal nano-theranostics. In one aspect, a composition and method for destroying at least one bacteria cell using a functionalized PA contrast agent with a targeting agent, coating, and antibiotic that uses photoacoustic signals to create thermal energy and release the loaded antibiotic are described.

Systems for managing biopsy specimens

A system and method for on-site biopsy management. Patient information is retrieved through a biopsy system. A name of a patient, a biopsy type, and a site of the biopsy information are communicated to a user. Confirmations are received from the user through the biopsy system of the name of the patient, the biopsy type, and the site of the biopsy. A biopsy is associated with an identifier of a container securing the biopsy in response to receiving the confirmation. The biopsy information and the patient information is linked in the biopsy system. The linking is performed at a location the biopsy is performed.

Biaxially oriented polylactic acid film with high barrier

Monofilament sutures made from a composition containing ultra high molecular weight polyethylene

The present disclosure provides surgical sutures made from a composition including an ultra high molecular weight polyethylene. Methods for producing such sutures and uses thereof are also provided.

Adhesives comprising olefin polymers

Disclosed are adhesives and processes for preparing the same, comprising at least one first homogeneous ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer, and optionally at least one tackifier, and optionally at least one plasticizer. The claimed adhesives are useful as adhesives such as are employed in various applications, such as in masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, the joining of gaskets to automobile windows, packaging, bookbinding, construction of nonwoven articles, and insulation bonding.

data analysis for an implantable restriction device and data logger

ANáLISE DE DADOS PARA UM DISPOSITIVO DE RESTRIçãO IMPLANTáVEL E REGISTRADOR CRONOLóGICO DE DADOS. A presente invenção refere-se a um dispositivo de restrição implantável que pode ser configurado para prover uma restrição em um paciente, por exemplo, como uma função da pressão do fluido. O dispositivo de restrição implantável pode incluir um ou mais sensores configurados para sentir uma variedade de parâmetros, tais como pressão do fluido dentro do dispositivo de restrição implantável, largura de pulso, amplitude de pulso, contagem de pulso, duração de pulso ou frequência, características elétricas ou outros parâmetros. Os dados obtidos por um ou mais sensores (por exemplo, os dados representando pressão, características de pulso e assim por diante) podem ser comunicados para um dispositivo localizado externo ao paciente, tal como um registrador cronológico de dados, usando bobinas de telemetria ou outros comunicadores. O registrador cronológico de dados pode armazenar os dados e pode comunicar os dados para uma localização remota através de uma rede, tal como a lnternet. Uma estação de encaixe pode ser provida para acoplar o registrador cronológico de dados em uma rede e/ou para recarregar uma célula no registrador cronológico de dados. Os dados registrados podem ser analisados e/ou exibidos usando uma variedade de técnicas para avaliar e/ou acompanhar a condição do dispositivo de restrição ou do paciente, para monitorar a fisiologia do paciente ou para outras finalidades. DATA ANALYSIS FOR AN IMPLANTABLE RESTRICTION DEVICE AND CHRONOLOGICAL DATA RECORDER. The present invention relates to an implantable restraint device that can be configured to provide a restraint on a patient, for example as a function of fluid pressure. The implantable restraint device may include one or more sensors configured to sense a variety of parameters, such as fluid pressure within the implantable restraint device, pulse width, pulse amplitude, pulse count, pulse duration or frequency, ...

graphical user interface (gui) with trend analysis for an implantable restraint device and chronological data logger

INTERFACE GRáFICA DE USUáRIO (GUI) COM ANáLISE DE TENDêNCIA PARA UM DISPOSITIVO DE RESTRIçãO IMPLANTáVEL E REGISTRADOR CRONOLóGICO DE DADOS. A presente invenção refere-se a um dispositivo de restrição impíantável que pode ser configurado para prover uma restrição em um paciente, por exemplo, como uma função da pressão do fluido. O dispositivo de restrição implantável pode incluir um ou mais sensores configurados para sentir uma variedade de parâmetros, tais como pressão do fluido dentro do dispositivo de restrição implantável, largura de pulso, amplitude de pulso, contagem de pulso, duração de pulso ou frequência, características elétricas ou outros parâmetros. Os dados obtidos pelo um ou mais sensores (por exemplo, os dados representando pressão, características de pulso e assim por diante) podem ser comunicados para um dispositivo localizado externo ao paciente, tal como um registrador cronológico de dados, usando bobinas de telemetria ou outros comunicadores. O registrador cronológico de dados pode armazenar os dados e pode comunicar os dados para uma localização remota através de uma rede, tal como a lnternet. Uma estação de encaixe pode ser provida para acoplar o registrador cronológico de dados em uma rede e/ou para recarregar uma célula no registrador cronológico de dados. Os dados registrados podem ser analisados e/ou exibidos usando uma variedade de técnicas para avaliar e/ou acompanhar a condição do dispositivo de restrição ou do paciente, para monitorar a fisiologia do paciente ou para outras finalidades. GRAPHIC USER INTERFACE (GUI) WITH TREND ANALYSIS FOR AN IMPLANTABLE RESTRICTION DEVICE AND CHRONOLOGICAL DATA RECORDER. The present invention relates to an unimpeachable restriction device that can be configured to provide a restriction on a patient, for example as a function of fluid pressure. The implantable restraint device may include one or more sensors configured to sense a variety of parameters, such as fluid pressure within the implantable ...

physiological parameter analysis for an implantable restraint device and a chronological data logger

ANáLISE DE PARáMETRO FISIOLóGICO PARA UM DISPOSITIVO DE RESTRIçãO IMPLANTáVEL E UM REGISTRADOR CRONOLóGICO DE DADOS. A presente invenção refere-se a um dispositivo de restrição implantável que pode ser configurado de modo a proporcionar uma restrição em um paciente, por exemplo, como uma função da pressão do fluido. O dispositivo de restrição implantável pode incluir um ou mais sensores configurados para captarem uma variedade de parâmetros, tais como pressão do fluido no interior do dispositivo de restrição implantável, largura de pulsos, amplitude de pulsos, contagem de pulsos, duração de pulsos, ou freqúência, características elétricas, ou outros parâmetros. Os dados obtidos através de um ou mais sensores (por exemplo, os dados que representam a pressão, as características de pulso, e assim por diante) podem ser comunicados a um dispositivo localizado externamente em relação ao paciente, tal como um coletor de dados, que utiliza bobinas de telemetria ou outros comunicadores. O coletor de dados pode armazenar os dados, e pode comunicá-los a um local remoto através de uma rede, tal como a lnternet. Pode-se proporcionar uma estação de ancoragem com a finalidade de acoplar o coletor de dados a uma rede e/ou recarregar uma célula no coletor de dados. Os dados coletados podem ser analisados e/ou exibidos utilizando-se uma variedade de técnicas para avaliar e/ou rastrear a condição do dispositivo de restrição ou dopaciente, monitorar a fisiologia do paciente, ou para outros propósitos. PHYSIOLOGICAL PARAMETER ANALYSIS FOR AN IMPLANTABLE RESTRICTION DEVICE AND A CHRONOLOGICAL DATA RECORDER. The present invention relates to an implantable restraint device that can be configured to provide a restraint on a patient, for example as a function of fluid pressure. The implantable restraint may include one or more sensors configured to capture a variety of parameters, such as fluid pressure within the implantable restraint, pulse width, pulse amplitude, pulse count, pulse ...

Constant force mechanisms for controlling throttling devices

gastric restriction device data handling methods and devices

MéTODOS E DISPOSITIVOS DE MANUSEIO DE DADOS DE DISPOSITIVO DE RESTRIçãO GáSTRICA. A presente invenção refere-se a métodos e dispositivos para manipular dados em um sistema de restrição implantável. Em geral, os métodos e os dispositivos permitem a coleta, a análise, o armazenamento, e a transmissão de medições de pressão. Os dados de medição de pressão podem ser comprimidos antes do armazenamento dos mesmos. Adicionalmente, nem todos os dados de pressão precisam ser registrados ou retidos, tais como os dados que são substancialmente iguais a uma pressão de repouso ou nominal de um dispositivo de restrição implantável indicativos de pouca a nenhuma variação de pressão e dados indicativos de eventos não recorrentes isolados. Quaisquer dados de medição de pressão que são registrados podem ser transmitidos a um dispositivo externo usando energia telemetri-camente provida pelo dispositivo externo. METHODS AND GASTRIC RESTRICTION DEVICE DATA HANDLING DEVICES. The present invention relates to methods and devices for manipulating data in an implantable restraint system. In general, methods and devices allow the collection, analysis, storage, and transmission of pressure measurements. Pressure measurement data may be compressed prior to storage. Additionally, not all pressure data need to be recorded or retained, such as data that is substantially equal to a resting or nominal pressure of an implantable restraint device indicative of little to no pressure variation and data indicative of non-recurring events. isolated. Any pressure measurement data that is recorded may be transmitted to an external device using power telemetically provided by the external device.

methods and devices for measuring impedance in a gastric restriction system

MéTODOS E DISPOSITIVOS PARA MEDIR IMPEDáNCIA EM UM SISTEMA DE RESTRIçãO GáSTRICA. A presente invenção refere-se a métodos e dispositivos que são fornecidos para coletar dados de impedância relacionados com os dispositivos de restrição implantáveis. Em geral, os métodos e dispositivos podem permitir que os pacientes, os profissionais de saúde e outros utilizem os dados coletados como um mecanismo de retorno para monitorar de forma nãoinvasiva a eficácia de um dispositivo de restrição implantável em um paciente e para identificar, modificar e/ou prescrever um plano de tratamento para o paciente considerando os dados coletados. Os dados de impedância podem ser coletados e analisados para o tecido próximo ao dispositivo de restrição, por exemplo, uma área de gordura entre uma faixa gástrica e o estómago do paciente. Os eletrodos em contato com o tecido podem medir uma impedância do tecido, com a impedância entre os eletrodos mudando à medida que o tecido reduz de tamanho (por exemplo, à medida que as células adiposas encolhem) e/ou muda de configuração. METHODS AND DEVICES FOR MEASURING IMPEDANCE IN A GASTRIC RESTRICTION SYSTEM. The present invention relates to methods and devices that are provided for collecting impedance data related to implantable restraint devices. In general, methods and devices may allow patients, healthcare professionals and others to use the data collected as a feedback mechanism to non-invasively monitor the effectiveness of a patient implantable restraint device and to identify, modify and / or prescribe a treatment plan for the patient considering the collected data. Impedance data can be collected and analyzed for tissue near the restraint device, for example, an area of fat between a gastric strip and the patient's stomach. Electrodes in contact with tissue may measure a tissue impedance, with the impedance between the electrodes changing as the tissue shrinks (for example, as fat cells shrink) and / or changes in configuration.

sensor trigger

DISPARADOR DE SENSOR. Métodos e dispositivos para efetuar um sistema de restrição gástrico são descritos. Em uma modalidade exemplar, um sistema de restrição para formar uma restrição em um paciente é fornecido e pode incluir um dispositivo de restrição implantável e pelo menos um sensor implantável que está em comunicação com o dispositivo de restrição. Em geral, o dispositivo de restrição implantável pode ser ajustável e pode ser configurado para formar uma restrição em um paciente. O sensor(es) implantável pode ser padrão em um modo de uso de energia inoperante e pode-ler um mecanismo de disparo que é configurado para colocar o sensor(es) em uma configuração de uso na ocorrência de um evento de disparo. SENSOR TRIGGER. Methods and devices for performing a gastric restriction system are described. In an exemplary embodiment, a restraint system for forming a restraint on a patient is provided and may include an implantable restraint device and at least one implantable sensor that is in communication with the restraint device. In general, the implantable restraint device may be adjustable and may be configured to form a restraint on a patient. The implantable sensor (s) may be standard in an inoperative power use mode and may read a trigger mechanism that is configured to place the sensor (s) in a use configuration upon the occurrence of a trigger event.

energization of implantable restraint systems using kinetic motion

ENERGIZAçãO DE SISTEMAS DE RESTRIçãO IMPLANTáVEL USANDO MOVIMENTO CINéTICO. Trata-se de vários dispositivos de energização para transferir e/ou gerar energia de várias fontes para um membro de comunicação implantado em um paciente. A energia transferida para ou gerada pelo membro de comunicação pode ser usada para proporcionar energia para um sistema de restrição implantável configurado para formar uma restrição em um trajeto. ENERGIZATION OF IMPLANTABLE RESTRICTION SYSTEMS USING KINETIC MOVEMENT. These are various energizing devices for transferring and / or generating power from various sources to a communication member implanted in a patient. Power transferred to or generated by the communication member may be used to provide power to an implantable restraint system configured to form a restraint on a path.

implantable restraint drive systems that use light

SISTEMAS DE ACIONAMENTO DE RESTRIçãO IMPLANTáVEL QUE UTILIZAM LUZ. Tratam-se de diversos dispositivos de acionamento que são proporcionados para transferir e/ou gerar energia a partir de numerosas fontes para um elemento de comunicação implantado em um paciente. A energia transferida ou gerada pelo elemento de comunicação pode ser usada para proporcionar força para um sistema de restrição implantável configurado para formar uma restrição em um via. IMPLANTABLE RESTRICTION DRIVE SYSTEMS THAT USE LIGHT. These are various drive devices which are provided for transferring and / or generating power from numerous sources to a communication element implanted in a patient. Energy transferred or generated by the communication element can be used to provide power to an implantable restraint system configured to form a one-way constraint.

implantable drive restraint systems using temperature

SISTEMAS DE RESTRIçãO IMPLANTáVEIS DE ACIONAMENTO USANDO TEMPERATURA. Vários dispositivos de acionamento são providos para a transferência e/ou a geração de energia a partir de numerosas fontes para um membro de comunicação implantado em um paciente. A energia transferida para ou gerada pelo membro de comunicação pode ser usada para a provisão de potência para um sistema de restrição impíantável configurado para a formação de uma restrição em um percurso. IMPLANTABLE DRIVE RESTRICTION SYSTEMS USING TEMPERATURE. Various drive devices are provided for transferring and / or generating power from numerous sources to a communication member implanted in a patient. The energy transferred to or generated by the communication member may be used to provide power for an unimpeachable restriction system configured to form a restriction on a path.

sterilization system and method of an implantable medical device

SISTEMA E MéTODO DE ESTERIZILAçãO DE UM DISPOSITIVO MéDICO IMPLANTáVEL. Descreve-se um sistema implantável tendo um circuito interno configurado para resistir a uma quantidade predeterminada de radiação de esterilização. Em geral, o sistema inclui um módulo de controle interno em comunicação elétrica com um dispositivo médico implantável. O módulo de controle interno pode incluir um circuito impresso configurado para resistir a radiação e/ou qualquer número de circuitos integrados (por exemplo, circuito integrado de aplicação especifica), em que os circuitos, ou pelo menos alguma parte dos mesmos, são fabricados de modo a resistir a alguma quantidade de radiação. Por exemplo, uma parte do circuito pode ser fabricada utilizando material(is) compatível(is) com radiação, tecnologia de isolamento em silício e/ou tecnologia de arsenieto de gálio. Adicionalmente, o circuito pode incluir vários componentes que são inerentemente resistentes a tal radiação (por exemplo, componentes fabricados utilizando tecnologia com base em campo magnético, dispositivos de onda acústica de superfície, etc.). E também previsto um método de esterilização de um dispositivo médico implantável através de radiação. STERILIZATION SYSTEM AND METHOD OF AN IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE. An implantable system is described having an internal circuit configured to resist a predetermined amount of sterilization radiation. In general, the system includes an internal control module in electrical communication with an implantable medical device. The internal control module may include a printed circuitry configured to resist radiation and / or any number of integrated circuits (for example, application specific integrated circuitry), wherein the circuits, or at least some portion thereof, are manufactured of resist some radiation. For example, a portion of the circuit may be fabricated using radiation compatible material (s), silicon insulation technology and / or gallium arsenide technology. Additionally, ...

Automatically adjusting band system

range adjustment system automatically

A presente invenção refere-se à descrição de dispositivos e métodos para formar uma restrição em um paciente. Em uma modalidade exemplificativa, é proporcionado um sistema de restrição incluindo um dispositivo de restrição implantável, um orifício implantável em comunicação fluida com o dispositivo de restrição implantável, e uma bomba implantávei em comunicação fluida com o dispositivo de restrição. Em geral, o dispositivo de restrição implantável é ajustável e configurado para formar uma restrição em um paciente, e o orifício implantável está configurado para receber fluido de uma fonte de fluido externa para o paciente. A bomba implantável é dotada de uma pluralidade de acionadores para mudar a forma durante a aplicação de energia nos mesmos de maneira que a ativação sequencial da pluralidade de acionadores seja eficaz para criar ação de bombeamento para mover fluido através da bomba. The present invention relates to the description of devices and methods for forming a restriction in a patient. In an exemplary embodiment, a restraint system is provided including an implantable restraint device, an implantable hole in fluid communication with the implantable restraint device, and an implantable pump in fluid communication with the restraint device. In general, the implantable restraint device is adjustable and configured to form a constraint on a patient, and the implantable port is configured to receive fluid from an external fluid source to the patient. The implantable pump is provided with a plurality of actuators to change shape during energy application therein so that sequential activation of the plurality of actuators is effective to create pumping action to move fluid through the pump.

Automatically adjusting band system with mems pump

Truck cab console with integral trash container

A trash container apparatus is provided integral with a truck cab console. A pivotable trash door is positioned on the cab console to allow access to the inside of the trash container for disposing trash therein. The inner sides of the trash container have protrusions to retain the top edge of a trash bag so that the bag lines the container and is capable of receiving trash. The trash container is movable from a closed position to an open position. In the open position, the container is positioned in the area substantially in front of the passenger seat to allow access to the inside of the container for removing any accumulated trash. Slide rails attached to the container are capable of sliding along guide tracks attached to the cab console for moving the container from a closed to an open position, or vice versa. The trash container has a handle for grasping when being moved.

Method for producing a continuous thermoplastic coating and articles constructed therefrom

This invention relates to a non-contact coating method for producing a continuous coating and articles constructed therefrom. This mention further relates to a method for producing a textile material with a moisture-impermeable barrier layer and to a method for producing moisture-absorbing article of hygiene which has such a barrier layer. This invention particularly relates to a textile material and hygienic disposable articles comprising a body fluid impermeable barrier layer produced from said coating method. Preferably, the thermoplastic omposition used in the method for producing the barrier layer exhibits certain rheological characteristics.

Compositions comprising a thermoplastic component and superabsorbent polymer

The present invention relates to a composition comprising a thermoplastic component and at least one superabsorbent polymer, methods of use for such composition, and articles comprising such composition. The composition may be formed into a film layer or applied to an article with various hot melt adhesive application techniques. The composition is useful for a variety of end-uses, particularly for use in disposable absorbent articles such as disposable diapers, feminine napkins and medical dressings.

Adhesives comprising olefin polymers

Disclosed are adhesives and processes for preparing the same, comprising at least one first homogeneous ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer, and optionally at least one tackifier, and optionally at least one plasticizer. The claimed adhesives are useful as adhesives such as are employed in various applications, such as in masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, the joining of gaskets to automobile windows, packaging, bookbinding, construction of nonwoven articles, and insulation bonding.

Method for producing a continuous thermoplastic coating and articles constructed therefrom

This invention relates to a non-contact coating method for producing a continuous coating and articles constructed therefrom. This invention further relates to a method for producing a textile material with a moisture-impermeable barrier layer and to a method for producing a moisture-absorbing article of hygiene which has such a barrier layer. This invention particularly relates to a textile material and hygienic disposable articles comprising a body fluid impermeable barrier layer produced from said coating method. Preferably, the thermoplastic composition used in the method for producing the barrier layer exhibits certain rheological characteristics.

Adhesives comprising olefin polymers

Disclosed are adhesives and processes for preparing the same, comprising at least one first homogeneous ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer, and optionally at least one tackifier, and optionally at least one plasticizer. The claimed adhesives are useful as adhesives such as are employed in various applications, such as in masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, the joining of gaskets to automobile windows, packaging, bookbinding, construction of nonwoven articles, and insulation bonding.

Compositions comprising a thermoplastic component and superabsorbent polymer

The present invention relates to a composition comprising a thermoplastic component and at least one superabsorbent polymer, methods of use for such composition, and articles comprising such composition. The composition may be formed into a film layer or applied to an article with various hot melt adhesive application techniques. The composition is useful for a variety of end-uses, particularly for use in disposable absorbent articles such as disposable diapers, feminine napkins and medical dressings.

Adhesives comprising olefin polymers

Disclosed are adhesives and processes for preparing the same, comprising at least one first homogeneous ethylene/α-olefin interpolymer, and optionally at least one tackifier, and optionally at least one plasticizer. The claimed adhesives are useful as adhesives such as are employed in various applications, such as in masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, the joining of gaskets to automobile windows, packaging, bookbinding, construction of nonwoven articles, and insulation bonding.

High cohesive strength polyolefin construction adhesive

The invention includes a hot melt adhesive composition based on polyolefin polymers that can be used for construction applications in a disposable absorbent article. The olefin based hot melt adhesive composition has surprisingly good cohesive strength and a low odor.

Printing of pixel locations by an ink jet printer using multiple nozzles for each pixel or pixel row

Radiation curable adhesive compositions comprising block copolymers having vinyl functionalized polydiene blocks

The invention is directed to a radiation curable adhesive composition comprising at least one vinyl modified block copolymer having a first polyvinyl aromatic block and a second polydiene block having vinyl functionality, and at least one tackifier. Optionally, the composition may comprise at least one second block copolymer that has not been vinyl modified, at least one platicizer, and at least one wax. The invention is also directed to a double-faced label formed from the composition and the method of producing said label.

Radiation curable adhesive compositions comprising block copolymers having vinyl functionalized polydiene blocks

The invention is directed to a radiation curable adhesive composition comprising at least one vinyl modified block copolymer having a first polyvinyl aromatic block and a second polydiene block having vinyl functionality, and at least one tackifier. Optionally, the composition may comprises at least one second block copolymer that has not been vinyl modified, at least one platicizer, and at least one wax. The invention is also directed to a double-faced label formed from the composition and the method of producing said label.

Biocompatible surgical compositions

Biocompatible synthetic macromer compositions are provided including a first polymer having multiple functional groups and a second functionalized polyurethane prepolymer, which can be employed as an adhesive or sealant for medical/surgical uses.

Adhesives comprising olefin polymers

Disclosed are adhesives and processes for preparing the same, comprising at least one first homogeneous ethylene/.alpha.-olefin interpolymer, and optionally at least one tackifier, and optionally at least one plasticizer. The claimed adhesives are useful as adhesives such as are employed in various applications, such as in masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, the joining of gaskets to automobile windows, packaging, bookbinding, construction of nonwoven articles, and insulation bonding.

ANTICORPORS AND IMMUNOCUSED AND USES FOR THEM

Matte biaxially oriented polylactic acid film

Absorbable polymers and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Synthetic absorbable medical devices made totally or in part from a random polymer comprising glycol, lactic, and caproic, are provided. The polymer can be fabricated into a monofilament (16) which exhibits physical characteristics equivalent to or superior than gut suture.

Absorbable block copolymers and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Block copolymers wherein one of the blocks is made from hard phase forming monomers and another of the blocks is made from soft phase forming monomers copolymerized with randomly intermingled units of other soft phase forming monomers. The copolymers are useful in forming surgical articles, including both monofilament and multifilament sutures. The block copolymer preferably comprising: a) a proportion of glycolic acid ester units as end blocks, and b) a center block comprising 1,4 dioxan-2-one randomly polymerized with 1,3 dioxane-2-one.

Absorbable block copolymers and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Block copolymers have one of the block made from hard phase forming monomers and another block made from soft phase forming monomers copolymerized with randomly intermingled units of other soft phase forming monomers. Particularly useful copolymers are initiated with a polyalkylene oxide initiator. The copolymers are useful in forming surgical articles, including both monofilament and multifilament sutures.

Absorbable polymer and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Absorbable copolymers are fabricated from a predominant component of dioxanone randomly copolymerized with minor amounts of other bioabsorbable monomers. The copolymers are useful in forming surgical articles, including both monofilament and multifilament sutures.

Bioabsorbable suture and method of its manufacture

Block copolymers wherein one of the blocks is made from hard phase forming monomers and another of the blocks is made from soft phase forming monomers copolymerized with randomly intermingled units of other soft phase forming monomers. The copolymers are useful in forming surgical articles, including both monofilament and multifilament sutures.

Absorbable polymer and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Absorbable copolymers are fabricated from the random polymerization of 1,4 dioxane-2-one and 1,3 dioxane-2-one monomers. The copolymers are useful in forming surgical articles, including both monofilament and multifilament sutures.

Absorbable block copolymers and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Block copolymers wherein the first block contains from about 20 to about 80 mole percent of repeating units derived from lactide randomly combined with from about 20 to 80 mole percent of repeating units derived from glycolide and the second block contains repeating units derived from lactide and repeating units derived from other bioabsorbable monomeric units, such as glycolide, the second block containing a higher proportion of repeating units derived from lactide than the first block, with units derived from lactide constituting from about 40 to about 90 mole percent of the entire block copolymer are useful in forming surgical articles, including sutures.

Absorbable block copolymers and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Block copolymers wherein one of the blocks is made from hard phase forming monomers and another of the blocks is made from soft phase forming monomers copolymerized with randomly intermingled units of other soft phase forming monomers. The copolymers are useful in forming surgical articles, including both monofilament and multifilament sutures.

Pelicula mate de acido polilactico biaxialmente orientada.

Una película laminada biaxialmente orientada que incluye una capa central que incluye una mezcla de polímero de ácido poliláctico cristalino y una cantidad minoritaria de poliolefina con una resma compatibilizante que está orientada biaxialmente de tal forma que se obtiene una apariencia opaca o mate. La película laminada además tiene capas adicionales tales como una capa sellable con calor en un lado de la capa central que incluye una resma de ácido poliláctico amorfa y/o una capa que contiene resma de ácido poliláctico dispuesta sobre el lado de la capa central opuesta a la capa sellable con calor, una capa metálica, o sus combinaciones.

Mehrkammertintenzuführvorrichtung

Method for making fast absorbing sutures by hydrolysis

A method for making a surgical article is provided which comprises exposing a bioabsorbable material, e.g., a copolymer derived from a major amount of glycolide and a minor amount of lactide, to a humid environment either prior to coating the material or prior to or following sterilization of the material for a time period and at a temperature sufficient to predegrade the resulting surgical article.

implantable device for obesity treatment

Biaxially oriented polypropylene film with high heat seal strength

Biaxially oriented metallized polylactic acid film with high metal adhesion and high barrier properties

Heat sealable monoaxially oriented propylene-based film with directional tear.

Se describe una película monoaxialmente orientada que incluye un copolímero de impacto de etileno-propileno y 3-15% en peso de un elastómero de propileno-buteno catalizado con metaloceno y 30- 60% en peso de un homopolímero de propileno cristalino, el cual está orientado al menos 3 veces en la dirección de máquina y exhibe excelentes propiedades de ruptura direccional lineal en la dirección de máquina para aplicaciones de bolsa de retorta y tiene un excelente desempeño de sellado con calor tanto antes como después de la acción de poner en retortas. Esta formulación y orientación de película es adecuada para aplicaciones de bolsa que requieren de una característica de ruptura lineal de "fácil desprendimiento" y excelentes propiedades de sellado hermético, particularmente para bolsas de retorta.

Article having a continuous thermoplastic coating

This invention relates to a non-contact coating method for producing a continuous coating and articles constructed therefrom. This invention further relates to a method for producing a textile material with a moisture-impermeable barrier layer and to a method for producing a moisture-absorbing article of hygiene which has such a barrier layer. This invention particularly relates to a textile material and hygienic disposable articles comprising a body fluid impermeable barrier layer produced from said coating method. Preferably, the thermoplastic composition used in the method for producing the barrier layer exhibits certain rheological characteristics.

Electrochromic, electroluminescent and electrochemiluminescent displays

A display having an array of matrix addressable pairs of electrodes mounted face up on the same substrate. The pairs of electrodes are derivatized with either electrochromic materials or electroluminescent material to form the pixels of the display. In the electrochromic embodiment of the invention, a layer of a solid polymer electrolyte is included. The air of electrodes may also be left clean of derivatizing material, but with an electroluminescent substance dissolved in the solid polymer electrolyte. An electrochemiluminescent embodiment is also provided where the electrochemiluminescent substance can be dissolved in the solid polymer electrolyte. A method of patterning the electrolyte layer to form relatively non-conductive borders around each of the pairs by selective exposure of the electrolyte layer in the region of the border to electromagnetic radiation to cause permanent change in the chemical composition of the electrolyte so that the exposed border regions are rendered relatively non-conductive is also provided. An electrically reconfigurable photomask having an area comprised of an arrangement of electrochromic covered electrode pairs constituting pixels, the opacity and transmissivity of which may be controlled by application of an electrical bias to yield complete control over the transmissivity and opacity of each pixel of the areas, is also provided.

Balloon catheter device

Balloon catheters having the strength and maximum inflated diameter characteristics of an angioplasty balloon and having the recovery characteristics during deflation of an elastic embolectomy balloon. The balloon catheter can be made in very small sizes and has a lubricious and chemically inert outer surface. The balloon catheter is easy to navigate through tortuous passageways, is capable of rapid inflation and deflation and has high burst strengths. Balloon covers having these same characteristics are also described for use with conventional embolectomy balloons or angioplasty balloons.

Devices, systems, and methods for transmitting vehicle data

Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking to form a platoon. In one aspect, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, gear ratios on vehicles. A front vehicle can shift a gear which, via a vehicle-to-vehicle communication link, can cause a rear vehicle to shift gears. To maintain a gap, vehicles may shift gears at various relative positions based on a grade of a road.

Devices, systems, and methods for transmitting vehicle data

Systems and methods for coordinating and controlling vehicles, for example heavy trucks, to follow closely behind each other, or linking to form a platoon. In one aspect, on-board controllers in each vehicle interact with vehicular sensors to monitor and control, for example, relative distance, relative acceleration or deceleration, and speed. In some aspects, a lead vehicle can wirelessly transmit information from various electronic control units (ECUs) to ECUs in a rear vehicle. A rear vehicle can then apply transformations to the information to account for a desired following distance and a time offset. ECUs onboard the rear vehicle may then be controlled based on the ECUs of the lead vehicle, the desired following distance, and the time offset.

Carbodiimide crosslinking of functionalized polyethylene glycols

A synthetic composition is provided which includes an acid-functional polymer having at least one pendant acid group, an amine-functional polymer having at least one pendant amine group, and a coupling agent. The synthetic composition can be used in human and animal medical applications as an adhesive or sealant.

Improved light source employing laser-produced plasma

A system and a method of generating radiation and/or particle emissions are disclosed. In at least some embodiments, the system includes at least one laser source that generates a first pulse and a second pulse in temporal succession, and a target, where the target (or at least a portion the target) becomes a plasma upon being exposed to the first pulse. The plasma expand after the exposure to the first pulse, the expanded plasma is then exposed to the second pulse, and at least one of a radiation emission and a particle emission occurs after the exposure to the second pulse. In at least some embodiments, the target is a solid piece of material, and/or a tim period between the first and second pulses is less than 1 microsecond (e.g., 840 ns).

Light source employing laser-produced plasma

A system and a method of generating radiation and/or particle emissions are disclosed. In at least some embodiments, the system includes at least one laser source that generates a first pulse and a second pulse in temporal succession, and a target, where the target (or at least a portion the target) becomes a plasma upon being exposed to the first pulse. The plasma expand after the exposure to the first pulse, the expanded plasma is then exposed to the second pulse, and at least one of a radiation emission and a particle emission occurs after the exposure to the second pulse. In at least some embodiments, the target is a solid piece of material, and/or a time period between the first and second pulses is less than 1 microsecond (e.g., 840 ns).

Light source employing laser-produced plasma

A system and a method of generating radiation and/or particle emissions are disclosed. In at least some embodiments, the system includes at least one laser source that generates a first pulse and a second pulse in temporal succession, and a target, where the target (or at least a portion the target) becomes a plasma upon being exposed to the first pulse. The plasma expand after the exposure to the first pulse, the expanded plasma is then exposed to the second pulse, and at least one of a radiation emission and a particle emission occurs after the exposure to the second pulse. In at least some embodiments, the target is a solid piece of material, and/or a time period between the first and second pulses is less than 1 microsecond (e.g., 840 ns).

Apparatus for applying surgical clips

An apparatus is provided for applying surgical clips which includes provisions for applying a partially closed clip to ducts or shunts during a surgical procedure such as cholecystectomy procedures. The apparatus includes means for effecting a partial closing stroke of the handle mechanism to correspond to a partial closure of the jaw members, and permits a partial opening stroke to release the partially closed clip in the jaw mechanism. Other features of the invention include means for preventing over advancement of a clip to the jaw mechanism, means for cradling the clip as it is advanced from the clip supply to the jaw mechanism, means for preventing splaying of the jaws in the event of a clip-over-clip application, and a novel rotation collar. The instrument of the present invention provides the surgeon with visual, audible, and tactile indication of the positioning of the jaw members to effect the application of a partially closed clip.

Flexible temperature sensing probe

A lightweight elongate flexible temperature probe includes several temperature sensors embedded inside multiple layers of a thin film polyimide or polyester in which two of the layers are thin film copper etched to form conductors to the sensors. The conductors are in abutting electrical contact with the sensors.

Antibodies and immunoconjugates and uses therefor

Rolling method

Arrangement for holding ingot in secondary cooling zone of continuous casting machine

Therapeutic agents with decreased toxicity

The present invention relates to therapeutic agents with reduced toxicity comprising a serum albumin binding peptide (SABP), a targeting agent and a cytotoxic agent. The present invention also relates to methods for reducing the toxicity agents and methods of treatment using the therapeutic agents with reduced toxicity.

Serum albumin binding peptides for tumor targeting

Peptide ligands having affinity for serum albumin are useful for tumor targeting. Conjugate molecules comprising a serum albumin binding peptide fused to a biologically active molecule demonstrate modified pharmacokinetic properties as compared with the biologically active molecule alone, including tissue (e.g., tumor) uptake, infiltration, and diffusion.

Bioabsorbable adhesive compounds and compositions

Bioabsorbable compounds which include a polyalkylene oxide backbone with two or more isocyanate substituents are useful as one component adhesives. Absorbable compositions useful as a two component adhesive contain a) a polyethylene oxide having two or more amine substituents with b) a bioabsorbable diisocyanate compound, or alternatively contain a) a polyethylene oxide having two or more isocyanate substituents with b) a bioabsorbable diamine compound, or, alternatively contain a) a bioabsorbable diisocyanate compound and b) a bioabsorbable diamine compound.

Electronic offer management system and method thereof

An electronic offer management system and method thereof is disclosed. In particular, the system comprises means for receiving information related to a plurality of offers distributed by a plurality of different offer distributors to customer for redemption at plurality of stores, means for automatically routing the information related to an offer to a point-of-sale system of each store in which the offer can be redeemed, and means for automatically clearing the offers redeemed by the customer at the stores. The system further comprises means for automatically reconciling financial obligations associated with each cleared offer, as well means for dynamically profiling customers so that improved offer targeting can be achieved.

High drug load formulations and dosage forms

Disclosed is a unit dosage form comprising from 55-90 percent by weight (R)-2-(2-fluoro-4- biphenylyl)propionic acid, from 10-45 percent by weight excipient, wherein said unit dosage form has 200 mg or more of (R)-2-(2-fluoro-4-biphenylyl)propionic acid. Also disclosed is a method of manufacturing the dosage form, a composition comprising said dosage form and the use of said dosage form in the manufacture of a medicament for treating diseases.

Surgical staples having compressible or crushable members for securing tissue therein and stapling instruments for deploying the same

A staple having a crown, a deformable leg extending from the crown, and a spring extending from the crown configured to compress tissue between the spring and the deformable member. Owing to the flexibility of the spring, the staple can accommodate a wide range of tissue thicknesses while still compressing the tissue captured therein. As a result, a single staple design can be used in a wide variety of surgical procedures thereby reducing the amount of staple designs that must be provided to the surgeon. In at least one embodiment, the staple includes a crushable member. This crushable member can include a plastically deformable first portion and an elastically deformable second portion. The present invention can also include, in various embodiments, a crown, a first deformable member extending from the crown, and means for compressing the tissue against the first deformable member.

Surgical clip applier

A surgical clip applier includes a housing, a pair of handles pivotably connected to opposite sides of the housing, a channel assembly which is anchored to the housing and a jaw assembly which is anchored to the channel assembly. The jaws are opened and closed by a cam plate which is slidably positioned in the channel assembly and is provided with cam slots at its distal end to engage drive rivets positioned on the jaw members. A pusher bar assembly is also provided to feed clips from a series of clips to the jaw mechanism, and the instrument operates such that all moving components move in the same direction during the closing stroke of the handle, and then move in the same direction opposite to the closing direction when the handles are in the opening stroke. A novel lockout mechanism is also provided to render the instrument inoperable after all the clips have been utilized from the instrument.

Improvements in an applicator for attaching anastomotic rings

Process for wave soldering

In a process for wave soldering a work-piece in an atmosphere consisting essentially of air wherein (i) there is a first portion of the solder wave in which fluid motion can be observed, said first portion including an active dross forming area and (ii) there is a second portion of the solder wave, which is the last portion of the solder wave with which the work-piece comes into contact, the improvement comprising (a) subject to step (b), replacing the atmosphere in contact with at least about 50 percent of the surface of the active dross forming area with an inert gas; and (b) preventing the atmosphere in contact with the surface of the second portion from becoming inert regardless of whether the first and second portions overlap.

Antibodies and immunoconjugates and uses therefor

Anti-STEAP-1 antibodies and immunoconjugates thereof are provided. Methods of using anti-STEAP-1 antibodies and immunoconjugates thereof are provided.

Soaking pit

Rekeyable lock cylinder with enhanced torque resistance

A rekeyable lock cylinder with a cylinder body and a plug assembly. The lock cylinder includes a plurality of key followers and a corresponding plurality of racks disposed in the plug assembly. The lock cylinder includes, for example, a locking bar for blocking rotation of the plug assembly with respect to the cylinder body to prevent unlocking of the rekeyable lock cylinder with an unauthorized object. In some embodiments, the locking bar is configured such that torqueing the plug assembly with an unauthorized object applies force to the locking bar without translating such force to the plurality of racks. This type of arrangement enhances torque resistance of the lock cylinder against attempted forced entry.

Battery utilizing ceramic membranes

A thin film battery is disclosed based on the use of ceramic membrane technology. The battery includes a pair of conductive collectors on which the materials for the anode and the cathode may be spin coated. The separator is formed of a porous metal oxide ceramic membrane impregnated with electrolyte so that electrical separation is maintained while ion mobility is also maintained. The entire battery can be made less than 10 microns thick while generating a potential in the 1 volt range.

Method for producing a continuous thermoplastic coating and articles constructed therefrom

This invention relates to a non-contact coating method for producing a continuous coating and articles constructed therefrom. This invention further relates to a method for producing a textile material with a moisture-impermeable barrier layer and to a method for producing a moisture-absorbing article of hygiene which has such barrier layer. This invention particularly relates to a textile material and hygienic disposable articles comprising a body fluid impermeable barrier layer produced from said coating method. Preferably, the thermoplastic composition used in the method for producing the barrier layer exhibits certain rheological characteristics.

Jacket material for protection of electrical conductors

The present invention is an improved jacketing material for all forms of electro-magnetic energy conductors. The jacket material of the present invention comprises a silicone material that is imbibed into a porous polymer, such as expanded polytetrafluoroethylene, to produce a flexible and durable composite. When applied as a cable jacket, the composite material of the present invention produces dramatic improvement over the use of silicone alone, especially in the areas of load sharing, resistance to fatigue from repeated flexure, and resistance to harsh environmental conditions. The ability of the material of the present invention to withstand repeated autoclave cycles without compromise makes it particularly suitable for cable jacketing in bio-medical applications.

Methods and compositions for extending the disposal half-life of bioactive compounds

Absorbable polymers and surgical articles fabricated therefrom

Synthetic absorbable medical devices made totally or in part from a random polymer comprising glycol, lactic, and caproic, are provided. The polymer can be fabricated into a monofilament (16) which exhibits physical characteristics equivalent to or superior than gut suture.

Pressure seal license plate decal

A license plate decal is provided on a folded (e.g. Z-folded) business form which acts as a carrier for the decal. A cut out is formed in a panel of the mailer and a patch (such as a glassine patch) is adhesively secured at a peripheral portion to the mailer panel and a release coating is provided on at least a significant part of the central portion of the patch. The decal adhesive engages the release coating so that the decal and its associated pressure sensitive adhesive may be readily removed from the patch. The patch may be secured to the paper on either face thereof; if secured at the bottom face, the patch and decal can flex into the cutout to provide a minimum thickness when in a stack of mailer intermediates. Where the patch is secured at its top face, the maximum thickness of the patch and decal combination is preferably about 0.008 inches, which is significantly less than the thickness at the decal in prior art carriers.

Surgical stapling device for circular anastomosis with siliconized coating on the knife blade

A surgical stapling device is disclosed for performing circular anastomoses. The surgical stapling device includes a handle portion, an elongated body portion and a head portion including an anvil assembly and a shell assembly. The surgical stapling device includes a knife blade possessing a lubricious coating which enhances the ability of the knife to cut through tissue and minimizes the knife sticking to tissue or other components of the surgical stapling device.

Surgical hemostatic clip

A hemostatic clip for application to body tissue is disclosed which includes opposed leg portions connected by a bail portion with each leg portion having a tissue contacting surface defined thereon. A pair of projections and a pair of recessed areas are defined on each tissue contacting surface and are disposed in an alternating arrangement such that the movement inhibiting structures on one leg portion are in juxtaposed alignment with those on the opposed leg portion.

Bioabsorbable copolymer and coating composition containing same

A bioabsorbable copolymer is obtained from the polymerization of a major amount of epsilon-caprolactone and a minor amount of at least one other copolymerizable monomer in the presence of a polyhydric alcohol initiator. The copolymer is useful, inter alia, as a coating for a surgical suture.

Surgical hemostatic clip

A hemostatic clip for application to body tissue is disclosed which includes opposed leg portions connected by a bail portion with each leg portion having a tissue contacting surface defined thereon. A pair of projections and a pair of recessed areas are defined on each tissue contacting surface and are disposed in an alternating arrangement such that the movement inhibiting structures on one leg portion are in juxtaposed alignment with those on the opposed leg portion.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WAITING QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES ON A BUS

Ce dispositif comprend : - une mémoire RAM 212, pour mémoriser l'information d'un paquet de données correspondant à chaque requête à envoyer sur le bus dans des cases temporelles de bus allouées à chaque requête; - n cases d'émission 208, pour garder trace de l'état de n requêtes d'émission mémorisées dans la RAM; - m cases de réception 210, pour garder trace de l'état de m requêtes de réception mémorisées dans la RAM; - une pluralité de compteurs de file d'attente d'émission 230, pour suivre une requête sortante et pour suivre une réponse entrante correspondante; - une pluralité de compteurs de file d'attente de réception 232, pour suivre une requête entrante et pour suivre une réponse sortante correspondante; - un multiplexeur de sortie 214, relié aux cases d'émission et de réception, pour produire des informations d'état correspondant à l'état de ces cases; et - des moyens 202, 204, 206, reliés à ce multiplexeur de sortie 214, fonctionnant en réponse auxdites informations d'état correspondant à l'état des cases, pour incrémenter ou décrémenter les compteurs 230 de file d'attente d'émission et les compteurs 232 de file d'attente de réception en fonction d'un protocole prédéterminé du bus système. This device comprises: a RAM 212, for storing the information of a data packet corresponding to each request to be sent on the bus in bus time slots allocated to each request; - n transmission boxes 208, to keep track of the state of n transmission requests stored in the RAM; - m reception boxes 210, to keep track of the state of m reception requests stored in the RAM; - a plurality of send queue counters 230, to follow an outgoing request and to follow a corresponding incoming response; - a plurality of reception queue counters 232, for monitoring an incoming request and for monitoring a corresponding outgoing response; an output multiplexer 214, connected to the transmission and reception boxes, to ...

Door lock with protected biometric sensor

A door lock is provided with a biometric sensor and a key cylinder. The biometric sensor is protected by being positioned on a shield, and such that the sensor is not exposed to damage by being on the front face of the door lock. The shield extends vertically downwardly from the remainder of the front face of the door lock, and the sensor is mounted to an inner face of the shield. Thus, the sensor is spaced away from a door when the door lock is mounted on a door. A finger may be inserted into a space between the sensor and the door, and the sensor can then capture information about the fingerprint. This information can be compared to expected fingerprints, and entry into a building can be granted based upon a recognition of this fingerprint.

Hot melt adhesive composition including surfactant

Adhesive compositions are disclosed that include a block copolymer that includes monomers selected from the group consisting of styrene, isoprene, butadiene, and combinations thereof, from about 0.5 % to about 10 % by weigh t surfactant, and a tackifying agent. The adhesive composition has a surface tension of at least about 34 dynes/cm2.