BOLT OF SEPARATION HAS WEAK SHOCK

La présente invention concerne un dispositif de séparation à faible choc qui comprend un dispositif de verrouillage expansible (14) muni d'une pluralité de doigts (18). La face antérieure (34) de chaque doigt (18) comporte un mécanisme de contact (42) avec un goujon. Un mécanisme servant à repositionner chacun desdits doigts (18) depuis une position fermée (22) jusqu'à une position ouverte (26) est prévu. Un goujon (50) comprenant une tête (66) et une tige (58) est prévu. La tige (58) comporte un mécanisme de contact (62) avec un doigt ayant une dimension et une forme telles qu'elles lui permettent de s'apparier avec le mécanisme de contact (42) avec un goujon disposé sur chaque doigt (18). Une première enceinte (74) ayant une dimension appropriée pour recevoir le goujon (50) de manière coulissante est également prévue. Une deuxième enceinte (86) maintient la pluralité de doigts (18).

Apparatus and methods for optically-coupled memory systems

Optically-coupled memory systems are disclosed. In one embodiment, a system memory includes a carrier substrate, and a controller attached to the carrier substrate and operable to transmit and receive optical signals, and first and second memory modules. The module substrate of the first memory module has an aperture formed therein, the aperture being operable to provide an optical path for optical signals between the controller and an optical transmitter/receiver unit of the second memory module.

Gas Sensor Assembly with Interior Heat Dissipation, Sealing, and Support Plug

A gas sensor assembly including a substrate located in a housing. The substrate includes a high temperature gas sensor end and a lower temperature electronics end. A heat transfer, sealing, and support plug is mounted in the housing to the substrate. The plug seals the sensor end from the electronics end and transfers the heat generated at the high temperature sensor end successively through the substrate, the thermally conductive plug, the housing, and into the outside air. In one embodiment, the housing includes a collar which surrounds a portion of the substrate and is coupled to and supported on one end of the plug and a jacket which surrounds the electronics end of the substrate and includes a neck coupled to and supported on an opposite end of the plug.

SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING MEMORY ACCESSES TO MEMORY MODULES HAVING A MEMORY HUB ARCHITECTURE

A computer system includes a memory hub controller coupled to a plurality of memory modules. The memory hub controller includes a memory request queue that couples memory requests and corresponding request identifier to the memory modules. Each of the memory modules accesses memory devices based on the memory requests and generates response status signals from the request identifier when the corresponding memory request is serviced. These response status signals are coupled from the memory modules to the memory hub controller along with or separate from any read data. The memory hub controller uses the response status signal to control the coupling of memory requests to the memory modules and thereby control the number of outstanding memory requests in each of the memory modules. 1. A processor-based system , comprising:a central processing unit (“CPU”);a system controller coupled to the CPU via a communications path, the system controller having an input port and an output port;an input device selected from the group consisting of a keyboard and a mouse coupled to the CPU through the system controller;an output device selected from the group consisting of a printer device and a display device coupled to the CPU through the system controller;a storage device coupled to the CPU through the system controller;a memory hub controller storing a plurality of memory requests and outputting each stored memory request responsive to a flow control signal generated as a function of received memory request status signals, the memory hub controller further receiving and storing read data and the memory request status signals, the memory hub controller outputting the stored read data; and a plurality of memory modules coupled to the memory hub controller via a high-speed link, wherein the memory modules further comprise:a memory hub having a response generator, the response generator having a first input terminal operable to receive read data signals from the memory controller, a ...

Modularized System and Method for Urea Production Using Stranded Natural Gas

A modular system and method for producing urea from stranded natural gas includes removal of foreign particulate matter to obtain a substantially homogeneous gas. The gas is processed by controlling the quality of the stranded natural gas to maintain a substantially homogenous mixture The resultant gas stream is further cleaned and compressed to a high pressure of about 3,000 psi. The resultant ammonia stream is processed in a bypass recycling loop system at 30% conversion rate at a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi. The equipment associated with each of the process steps may be skid mounted for portability and/or contained within the footprint of a standard 48-foot flatbed trailer.

DYNAMIC SYNCHRONIZATION OF DATA CAPTURE ON AN OPTICAL OR OTHER HIGH SPEED COMMUNICATIONS LINK

A method that dynamically adjusts link control parameters of a communications network. The communications network includes a transmitter coupled through a first data link to a receiver. The transmitter and receiver each have at least one associated link control parameter that affects the operation of that component. According to one method, data signals are transmitted over the first data link and the transmitted data signals are captured. The values of the captured data signals are compared to expected values for those signals, and the values of the link control parameters are adjusted to successfully capture the transmitted digital signals. 1. (canceled)2. A method of dynamically adjusting link control parameters of a communications network including a transmitter coupled through a first data link to a receiver , each of the transmitter and receiver having at least one associated link control parameter that affects its operation , the method comprising:transmitting data signals over the first data link;capturing the transmitted data signals and comparing the values of the captured data signals to expected values for those signals; andadjusting the values of the link control parameters to successfully capture the transmitted digital signals.32. The method of further comprising generating an error signal responsive to the operation of comparing the values of the captured data signals to expected values for those signals , the error signal indicating whether the captured data signals are equal to the expected values , and transmitting the error signal over a second data link.4. The method of wherein the second data link equals the first data link claim 3 , and wherein the error signal is transmitted over the first data link.5. The method of wherein adjusting the values of the link control parameters comprises adjusting the value of each parameter over an entire range of values for that parameter.6. The method of wherein capturing the transmitted data signals and ...

Reconfigurable memory module and method

A computer system includes a controller coupled to a plurality of memory modules each of which includes a memory hub and a plurality of memory devices divided into a plurality of ranks. The memory hub is operable to configure the memory module to simultaneously address any number of ranks to operate in a high bandwidth mode, a high memory depth mode, or any combination of such modes.

System and method for dissipation of an effect of a tube wave

A tube wave reduction system for a borehole includes a tubular member. One or more openings in the tubular member. A dissipater in fluid communication with the one or more openings. Also included is a method for reducing an effect of a tube wave.

SIGNAL DELIVERY IN STACKED DEVICE

Some embodiments include apparatus, systems, and methods having a base, a first die, a second arranged in a stacked with the first die and the base, and a structure located in the stack and outside at least one of the first and second dice and configured to transfer signals between the base and at least one of the first and second dice. 1. A method comprising:arranging a first device in a stack with a second device, the first device including at least one conductive path at least partly through the first device; andarranging a structure in the stack, the structure including conductive paths, at least a portion of the conductive paths going through vias of the structure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein arranging the structure includes placing a portion of the structure between the first and second devices.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein arranging the structure includes placing a first portion of the structure at a first side of the first device and placing a second portion of the structure at a second side of the first device.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein arranging the structure includes placing the first and second devices between a portion of the structure and the base.5. A method comprising:arranging a first die in a stack with a second die, the first die including first conductive paths at least partly through the first die; andarranging a interposer between the first die and the second die, the interposer including second conductive paths coupled to the first die and the second die, wherein the interposer includes a length measured between edges of the interposer, and the length of the interposer is greater than a length of the first die.6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising:arranging a first structure portion on a first side of the first die.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising:arranging a second structure portion on a second side of the first die.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein the first structure portion includes conductive paths ...

Redox water treatment method

A redox water treatment method utilizing sulfurous acid to act as either an oxidizing or a reducing solution via pH adjustment for water conditioning

Barrier valve system and method of controlling same with tubing pressure

A completion system including a barrier valve operatively arranged in a tubing string to selectively impede fluid flow through a lower completion. At least one control line is included for supplying a control line pressure for controlling operation of the barrier valve. The at least one control line is operatively arranged with the tubing string for enabling tubing pressure in the tubing string to determine the control line pressure. A method of operating a barrier valve is also included.

Burnishing methods and compositions

Aqueous film-forming compositions comprising polyurethane and fugitive plasticizer; and, methods of coating such compositions onto a surface of a substrate and of burnishing the coated composition.

Apparatus and methods for a physical layout of simultaneously sub-accessible memory modules

A layout for simultaneously sub-accessible memory modules is disclosed. In one embodiment, a memory module includes a printed circuit board having a plurality of sectors, each sector being electrically isolated from the other sectors and having a multi-layer structure. At least one memory device is attached to each sector, the memory devices being organized into a plurality of memory ranks. A driver is attached to the printed circuit board and is operatively coupled to the memory ranks. The driver is adapted to be coupled to a memory interface of the computer system. Because the sectors are electrically-isolated from adjacent sectors, the memory ranks are either individually or simultaneously, or both individually and simultaneously accessible by the driver so that one or more memory devices on a particular sector may be accessed at one time. In an alternate embodiment, the printed circuit board includes a driver sector electrically isolated from the other sectors and having a multi-layer structure, the driver being attached to the driver sector.

Effluent impedance based endpoint detection

A system to measure an impedance of an effluent associated with a foreline (effluent line or exhaust) is provided. This system includes a remote plasma source, a process chamber, an effluent line, an electrode assembly, an RF driver, and a detector. The remote plasma source couples to the process chambers and is operable to supply chamber-cleaning gas to the process chamber. The effluent line also couples to the process chamber where chamber-cleaning effluent exhausts the process chamber via the effluent line. The electrode assembly, located in the effluent line, is exposed to the effluent exhausting from the process chamber. The electrode assembly, coupled to the RF driver, receives an RF signal from the RF driver. The RF signal applied to the electrode assembly induces a plasma discharge within the electrode assembly and effluent line. A detector coupled to the electrode assembly detects an end point of a chamber clean of the process chamber. The end point may be detected based on a change in impedance associated with the plasma discharge within the electrode assembly and effluent line.

Electrically heated steam reforming reactor

What has been achieved by this invention is a method and design of providing high temperature heat for an endothermic gasifier without combustion using electrical resistance immersion heating element technology. Further, these elements could be heated by three phase electrical power; thus, minimizing the number of electrical leads emerging from the top of the heating elements. This invention solves the difficulty of designing the steam/CO 2 reforming reactor with a large number of densely packed heating elements and the syngas heat recuperator into one reactor. This is done to avoid the extremely hot syngas leaving the reactor from melting the downstream metal fittings carrying the reactor product gases to the downstream piping process.

SIGNAL DELIVERY IN STACKED DEVICE

Some embodiments include apparatus, systems, and methods having a base, a first die, a second arranged in a stacked with the first die and the base, and a structure located in the stack and outside at least one of the first and second dice and configured to transfer signals between the base and at least one of the first and second dice. 1. A method comprising:receiving signals at a base of an integrated circuit package, the integrated circuit package including a first device and a second device, the second device arranged in a stack with the first device and the base, the first device including at least one conductive path at least partly through the first device; andtransferring at least one subset of the signals from the base to the second device using conductive paths of a structure inside the stack and outside at least one of the first device and the second device, at least a portion of the conductive paths of the structure going through vias of the structure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein transferring at least one subset of the signals includes transferring at least one data signal of the signals from the base to the second device and transferring at least one power signal of the signals from the base to the second device.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein transferring at least one subset of the signals includes transferring only power signals from the base to the second device.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:transferring an additional subset of the signals from the base to the first device; andtransferring the additional subset of the signals from the first device to the second device.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the additional subset of the signals excludes power signals.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein transferring the additional subset of the signals from the first device to the second device includes transferring the additional subset of the signals from the first device to a portion of the structure claim 4 , and transferring the ...

Modularized System and Method for Urea Production Using A Bio-Mass Feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes means and steps for “homogenizing” a biomass feedstock stream having components with different bulk density BTU content into a stream having a consistent bulk density BTU content. The steps include cleaning the incoming bio-mass feedstock stream to remove non-organic matter, blending the cleaned bio-mass feedstock stream to obtain a homogeneous blend having a consistent bulk density BTU content, and milling the homogeneous blend bio-mass feedstock stream to a predetermined size no greater than 12 mm.

Method and apparatus for detecting plunger arrival

The disclosed device provides a high-accuracy plunger arrival detection system comprising a low-power magnetometer with high sensitivity and which is capable of sampling low or high intensity magnetic fields. The device processes gathered data from sensors, stores at least some processed data in memory, executes a trending algorithm which compares the magnetic field of the plunger to the ambient magnetic field or a predetermined set of initialization values, and generates an output which is relayed to a well controller. An output signal may be via hard wire, RF, wireless or other known means. In addition, the implementation of two sensing devices mounted in series and in spaced relation to each other, can provide for an actual plunger average velocity. An actual plunger average velocity, as opposed to approximate average velocity, can be used to better optimize well control and improve safety of the overall well production system.

Novel herbicide resistance genes

The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to pyridyloxyacetate herbicides. Heretofore, there was no expectation or suggestion that a plant with both of these advantageous properties could be produced by the introduction of a single gene. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention “stacked” together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-12 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

Passive self-cleaning filtration method and apparatus

A method and apparatus for passive self-cleaning filtration of a liquid containing suspended solids is disclosed. A filter assembly of upright cylindrical filter tubes having open, downwardly-facing ends is placed within a tank of unfiltered liquid. The filter assembly is positioned in the flow of liquid through the tank such that the unfiltered liquid must pass through the filter tubes prior to discharge from the tank. The inner walls of the filter tubes are smooth with small filtering holes. Unfiltered liquid is passes up into the filter tubes and the solids are collected in the tubes and on the smooth walls. Filtered liquid that has passed through the filter tubes is kept separated from the unfiltered liquid by a barrier that functionally prevents passage of unfiltered liquid. The filtered liquid is passed out of the tank. A filter housing protects the filtered liquid and the outside surface of the filter tubes from unfiltered liquid. The solids that have collected in the filter tubes and on the smooth inner walls of the filter fall out of the open, downwardly-facing ends of the filter tubes. The filter housing has a lower chamber below the filter assembly with a sloping floor and an opening for unfiltered liquid to enter the filter housing and accumulated solids to leave the housing. The sloping floor encourages solids that fall out of the filter tubes to move down the slope and out of the housing. The filter assembly may be raised at least partially out of the tank and cleaned by washing the solids down the inside walls of the filter tubes, onto the sloping floor, and back into the unfiltered liquid. The filter assembly may be associated with a pump which pumps filtered liquid from the tank.

Meander septic tank

A round meander septic tank includes an elongate baffle that divides the interior space of the tank into two semicircular chambers. Untreated wastewater is introduced to the first chamber through an inlet located near the first end of the baffle. The wastewater flows through the first chamber to a portal at the second end of the baffle and passes through the portal into the second chamber. A wastewater outlet from the tank is located in the second chamber near the first end of the baffle. Wastewater passing through the portal flows through the second chamber to the outlet and out of the tank. The baffle and the shape of the septic tank increase the distance that the wastewater must flow from the inlet to the outlet as compared to a rectangular meander tank with a single baffle.

Process and system for converting waste to energy without burning

This invention relates to a power recovery process in waste steam/CO 2 reformers whereby a waste stream can be made to release energy without having to burn the waste or the syngas. This invention does not make use of fuel cells as its critical component but makes use of highly exothermic chemical reactors using syngas to produce large amounts of heat, such as Fischer-Tropsch. It also relates to control or elimination of the emissions of greenhouse gases in the power recovery process of this invention with the goal of producing energy in the future carbonless world economy. A New Concept for a duplex kiln was developed that has the combined functionality of steam/CO 2 reforming, heat transfer, solids removal, filtration, and heat recovery. New methods of carbon-sequestering where the syngas produced by steam/CO 2 reforming can be used in Fischer-Tropsch processes that make high-carbon content compounds while recycling the methane and lighter hydrocarbons back to the reformer to further produce syngas at a higher H 2 /CO ratio.

Modularized system and method for urea production using a bio-mass feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes means and steps for “homogenizing” a biomass feedstock stream having components with different bulk density BTU content into a stream having a consistent bulk density BTU content. The steps include cleaning the incoming bio-mass feedstock stream to remove non-organic matter, blending the cleaned bio-mass feedstock stream to obtain a homogeneous blend having a consistent bulk density BTU content, and milling the homogeneous blend bio-mass feedstock stream to a predetermined size no greater than 12 mm.

Tissue-specific expression and hybrid plant production

This disclosure concerns the use of endogenous plant RNAi machinery to preferentially or specifically reduce transgene expression. In some embodiments, the disclosure concerns specific reduction of transgene expression in male plant tissues, for example, to provide an economical male sterility system of hybrid seed production.

Synergistic herbicidal weed control from combinations of 2,4-d-choline and glufosinate

Provided herein are herbicidal compositions comprising a mixture comprising (a) a choline salt of 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D-choline) and (b) a salt of 2-amino-4-(hydroxymethylphosphinyl)butanoic acid (glufosinate). The compositions provide synergistic weed control of undesirable vegetation and improved crop tolerance in 2,4-D- and glufosinate-tolerant soybeans, corn, or cotton. The compositions also provide synergistic weed control of undesirable vegetation in areas including, but not limited to, non-crop, perennial crop, fruiting crop, and plantation crop areas.

Antiseptic compositons and methods of use

Antimicrobial compositions, especially those useful when applied topically to tissue, such as mucosal tissues (i.e., mucous membranes), that include an antimicrobial selected from the group consisting of peroxides, C6-C14 alkyl carboxylic acids, C6-C14 alkyl carboxylate ester carboxylic acids, C8-C22 mono- or polyunsaturated carboxylic acids, and antimicrobial natural oils. The compositions can also include an enhancer component, a surfactant, a hydrophobic component, and/or a hydrophilic component. Such compositions provide effective topical antimicrobial activity and are accordingly useful in the treatment and/or prevention of conditions that are caused, or aggravated by, microorganisms (including viruses).

Redox water treatment method

A redox water treatment method comprises first determining the composition of water and whether water treatment requires either oxidation or reduction, or both to optimize nitrogen removal by a bioreactor. Sulfur dioxide (SO 2 ) is injected into the water to be treated to provide H + , SO 2 , SO 3 = , HSO 3 − , dithionous acid (H 2 S 2 O 4 ), and other sulfur intermediate reduction products forming a sulfur dioxide treated water, which behaves either as a reducing agent or an oxidizing agent depending on the strength of the acid concentration, which alters sulfurous acid from a reducing agent to a more powerful oxidizing agent.

SIGNAL DELIVERY IN STACKED DEVICE

Some embodiments include apparatus, systems, and methods having a base, a first die, a second arranged in a stacked with the first die and the base, and a structure located in the stack and outside at least one of the first and second dice and configured to transfer signals between the base and at least one of the first and second dice. 1. A system comprising:a processor;a memory device enclosed in an integrated circuit package with the processor and including a die with conductive paths at least partly through the die;a base arranged in a stack with the memory device and the processor and configured to receive signals; anda structure located in the stack and outside at least one of the processor and the memory device and configured to transfer at least one subset of the signals between the base and at least one of the processor and the memory device.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the memory device is located between the base and the processor claim 1 , the structure including a first structure portion and a second structure portion claim 1 , the first structure portion being located at a first side of the memory device and between the base and the processor claim 1 , the second structure portion being located at a second side of the memory device and between the base and the processor.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the structure includes a portion having conductive paths coupled to the processor claim 1 , and the memory device and the second being located between the base and the portion.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the base includes a substrate having an organic material and conductive paths through the organic material.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the base includes circuit components to perform signal filtering.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the memory device includes a stack of dice.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the integrated circuit package is coupled to an antenna.8. A system comprising:a base configured to receive signals;a ...

Trailer Weight Distribution Hitch System Storage Device

A vehicle mounted storage device for the ball mount and spring/torsion bar component of a trailer weight distribution system when the equipment is not in use. The storage device is comprised of a horizontal channel where the spring bars can be inserted, a vertical channel, where the ball mount can be inserted, and a horizontal tongue separating the two channels. When the spring bars are inserted into the horizontal channel with the heads of the spring bars resting on the tongue area and the ball mount is inserted into the vertical channel with the hitch ball directly above the spring bar heads, the spring bars are securely confined to the device. Once a locking device has been affixed to the ball mount, the device deters theft of the spring bars and ball mount.

Tissue-specific expression and hybrid plant production

This disclosure concerns the use of endogenous plant RNAi machinery to preferentially or specifically reduce transgene expression. In some embodiments, the disclosure concerns specific reduction of transgene expression in male plant tissues, for example, to provide an economical male sterility system of hybrid seed production.

Microfibrillated articles comprising hydrophillic component

Described are hydrophilic fibrillated articles that include melt-processable polymer and hydrophilic component such as hydrophilic surfactant or hydrophilic polymer, as well as methods of preparing such articles.

Novel herbicide resistance genes

The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to pyridyloxyacetate herbicides. Heretofore, there was no expectation or suggestion that a plant with both of these advantageous properties could be produced by the introduction of a single gene. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention 'stacked' together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-12 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

Novel herbicide resistance genes

The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to a pyridyloxyacetate herbicide. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention 'stacked' together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-13 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

Catalyst and method for the generation of co-free hydrogen from methane

Catalyst compositions useful for the generation of CO-free hydrogen from methane, which catalyst compositions can be represented by NixMgyO and NixMgyCuzO. The present invention also relates to a method for preparing the aforesaid catalyst compositions.

Implant with electrical transponder marker

A passive transponder may be encoded with a number or code of up to 64 binary bits and then mounted to virtually any prosthesis implanted in a human, such as a breast implant. After implantation, the transponder's code may be conveniently read with a hand held electromagnetic reader which may merely be brought within proximity of the transponder. The encoded transponder may thus be read in a non-invasive procedure and without the use of any sophisticated or potentially harmful medical equipment or technology such as X-ray. The information encoded in the transponder may correspond to patient demographics and implant data to aid in tracking the implant's manufacturer and use for medical as well as legal reasons.

Implantable biosensing transponder

A biosensing transponder for implantation in an organism including a human comprises a biosensor for sensing one or more physical properties related to the organism after the device has been implanted, including optical, mechanical, chemical, and electrochemical properties, and a transponder for wirelessly transmitting data corresponding to the sensed parameter value to a remote reader. Disclosed embodiments utilize temperature sensors, strain sensors, pressure sensors, magnetic sensors, acceleration sensors, ionizing radiation sensors, acoustic wave sensors, chemical sensors including direct chemical sensors and dye based chemical sensors, and photosensors including imagers and integrated spectrophotometers. The transponder includes an energy coupler for wirelessly energizing the device with a remote energy source, and a control circuit for controlling and accessing the biosensor and for storing identifying data. The energy coupler can be an inductive circuit for coupling electromagnetic energy, a photoelectric transducer for coupling optical energy, or a piezoelectric transducer for coupling ultrasonic energy. The control circuit can be configured to delay, either randomly or by a fixed period of time, transmission of data indicative of the sensed parameter value to thereby prevent a data collision with an adjacent like device. Methods for using an implantable biosensing transponder include the steps of associating the device with an implant, including temporary implants, prostheses, and living tissue implants, physically attaching the device to a flexible catheter, sensing parameter values in an organism, and transmitting data corresponding to the sensed parameter values to a remote reader.

Plasma display panel device and method of fabricating the same

The present invention is directed to a PDP device fabricated by using photosensitive thick film conductor compositions wherein a black electrode is present between the substrate and a conductor arrangement electrode. Also, the invention is directed to methods for fabricating the PDP device.

Aqueous surface coating composition and modified particles comprising hydrophobic and hydrophilic moieties

Embodiments can include aqueous coating compositions, modified particles and methods. In an embodiment, an aqueous coating composition is included with particles having an inorganic core, a surface on the outside of the core, an agent including a hydrophobic moiety adhering to the surface, and an agent including a hydrophilic moiety adhering to the surface. The aqueous coating composition can further include a film forming polymer composition including a polymer and water. The particles can be mixed with the polymer composition. In an embodiment, a method of coating a flooring surface is included, the method including applying an aqueous coating composition to a flooring surface and drying the aqueous coating composition. In an embodiment, a particle is included. The particle can include agents including a hydrophobic moiety adhering to the surface of the particle and agents including a hydrophilic moiety adhering to the surface. Other embodiments are also included herein.

Actuation system for a downhole tool

Downhole tools (15) and systems can be actuated chemically by placing a chemical sensor (14) downhole and introducing a chemical slug (16) into fluids being pumped downhole. When the slug reaches the sensor a reaction in the sensor may be employed to trigger an event (e.g., actuation) or may cause a count to increase by one on its way to a full count an actuation of a tool or a system downhole.

Process for making conformable thermoplastic marking sheet

Thermoplastic based pavement marking sheets are disclosed. The marking sheets employ a conformant composite material including: polyolefin and a nonreinforcing mineral particulate; and/or a thermoplastic upper surface. Preferably, the sheet's thermoplastic upper surface is embedded with reflective elements and/or skid-resistant particles. A solventless process of embedding particles in thermoplastic pavement marking sheets is disclosed. Processes for preparing marking sheets are also disclosed. Conformant pavement marking sheets which may be applied in cooler conditions are also disclosed.

Thermoplastic marking sheet

Thermoplastic based pavement marking sheets are disclosed. The marking sheets employ a conformant composite material including: polyolefin and a nonreinforcing mineral particulate; and/or a thermoplastic upper surface. Preferably, the sheet's thermoplastic upper surface is embedded with reflective elements and/or skid-resistant particles. A solventless process of embedding particles in thermoplastic pavement marking sheets is disclosed. Processes for preparing marking sheets are also disclosed. Conformant pavement marking sheets which may be applied in cooler conditions are also disclosed.

Composite articles reinforced with highly oriented microfibers

A composite formed of a polymer matrix phase having a reinforcement phase including polymeric microfibers. The microfibers are preferably formed of a highly oriented polymer, having a high modulus value and a large surface area. The large surface area can serve to tightly bind the microfibers to the polymer matrix phase. The microfibers can be provided as a fully- or partially-microfibrillated film, as a non-woven web of entangled microfibers, or as a pulp having free fibers. The microfibers can be embedded in, or impregnated with, a polymer or polymer precursor. Some composite articles are formed from thermoset resins cured about a highly oriented polypropylene microfiber reinforcement phase, providing a strong, tough, moisture resistant article. One composite includes a matrix and reinforcement formed of the same material type and having substantially equal refractive indices, allowing the composite to be optically clear.

Receptor medium having a microfibrillated surface

A receptor medium with an oriented film having at least one microfibrillated surface is described. The receptor medium can receive jettable materials, which include inks, adhesives, particulate dispersions, electrically, thermally or magnetically modifiable materials, biological fluids, chemical reagents and combinations thereof. The microfibrillated surface provides good ink receptive properties particularly for solvent based inks.

Retractable probe system with in situ fabrication environment process parameter sensing

A retractable probe system (12) senses in situ a plurality of predetermined process parameters of a wafer (24) fabrication environment (16) and includes a sensing device (47) for sensing the predetermined process parameters, a probe arm (46) for holding sensing device (47) and having sufficient length to extend sensing device (47) into a predetermined location of the fabrication environment (16). A housing (36) receives the sensing device (47) and probe arm (46). A locator mechanism (52, 42, and 44) controllably locates sensing device 47) and probe arm (46) within fabrication environment (16) and within housing (36). An isolator mechanism (34) isolates sensing device (47) and probe arm (46) within housing (36) and essentially out of gases communication with fabrication environment (16). Cleaning mechanism (54) cleanses sensing device (47) within housing (36) and permits sensing device (47) to be immediately thereafter located in fabrication environment (16).

Aliphatic polyester microfibers, microfibrillated articles and use thereof

The present invention relates to aliphatic polyester microfibers, films having a microfibrillated surface, and methods of making the same. Microfibers of the invention can be prepared by imparting fluid energy, typically in the form of high-pressure water jets, to a highly oriented, highly crystalline, aliphatic polyester film to liberate microfibers therefrom. Microfibrillated films of the invention find use as tape backings, filters for particulate contaminants, such as face masks and water or air filters, fibrous mats, such as those used for removal of oil from water and those used as wipes, and thermal and acoustical insulation. Microfibers of the invention, when removed from the film matrix may be used in the preparation of woven or nonwoven articles and used as wipes for the removal of debris or dust from a surface. The microfibers and microfibrillated articles of the invention may be biodegradable, rendering them useful for geotextiles.

Aliphatic polyester microfibers, microfibrillated articles and use thereof

The present invention relates to aliphatic polyester microfibers, films having a microfibrillated surface, and methods of making the same. Microfibers of the invention can be prepared by imparting fluid energy, typically in the form of high-pressure water jets, to a highly oriented, highly crystalline, aliphatic polyester film to liberate microfibers therefrom. Microfibrillated films of the invention find use as tape backings, filters for particulate contaminants, such as face masks and water or air filters, fibrous mats, such as those used for removal of oil from water and those used as wipes, and thermal and acoustical insulation. Microfibers of the invention, when removed from the film matrix may be used in the preparation of woven or nonwoven articles and used as wipes for the removal of debris or dust from a surface. The microfibers and microfibrillated articles of the invention may be biodegradable, rendering them useful for geotextiles.

Aliphatic polyester microfibers, microfibrillated articles and use thereof

Microfibrillated articles comprising hydrophilic component

Described are hydrophilic fibrillated articles that include melt-processable polymer and hydrophilic component such as hydrophilic surfactant or hydrophilic polymer, as well as methods of preparing such articles.

Microfibrillated articles comprising hydrophilic component

Described are hydrophilic fibrillated articles comprising melt-processable polymer and hydrophilic component such as hydrophilic surfactant or hydrophilic polymer, as well as methods of preparing such articles.

Microfibrillated articles comprising hydrophilic component

MICROFIBRATED ITEMS THAT INCLUDE A HYDROPHYL COMPONENT.

Un artículo microfibrilado hidrófilo que comprende material polímero elaborado por fusión orientado, comprendiendo el material polímero polímero elaborado por fusión seleccionado del grupo que consiste en polipropileno, polietileno y sus mezclas, y componente hidrófilo en una cantidad eficaz para mejorar la hidrofilicidad del artículo microfibrilado, en el que el componente hidrófilo comprende un polímero hidrófilo seleccionado del grupo que consiste en homo y copolímero de polivinilpirrolidona, un poliéster sulfonado, un poli(óxido de etileno), un ácido (met)acrílico, copolímeros ionómeros de etileno y ácido acrílico y sus mezclas, o en el que el componente hidrófilo comprende un polímero hidrófilo seleccionado del grupo que consiste en polivinilpirrolidona, una mezcla de polivinilpirrolidona y un copolímero ionómero de etileno y ácido acrílico o metacrílico, un poliéster sulfonado, y sus mezclas, o en el que el componente hidrófilo comprende un tensioactivo hidrófilo, en el que el tensioactivo hidrófilo se selecciona del grupo que consiste en un monoglicérido de ácido graso C8 a C16; un éster de ácido graso y sorbitol anhidro o uno de sus derivados polioxietilenados; tensioactivo no iónico que contiene grupo fluoroalifático que tiene uno o más grupos polioxialquileno, y que tiene la fórmula (Rf-Q)n-Z en la que Rf es un grupo fluoroalifático que tiene al menos 4 átomos de carbono completamente fluorados que puede ser de cadena lineal, ramificada o si es suficientemente larga cíclica, o cualquiera de sus combinaciones, cuya cadena principal puede incluir uno o más heteroátomos catenarios unidos sólo a átomos de carbono de la cadena principal, en la que Q es un grupo conector multivalente que puede comprender un grupo que contiene heteroátomo, un enlace covalente, o una de sus combinaciones, en la que Z es un grupo solubilizador en agua no iónico, que comprende un grupo polioxialquileno, (OR)X en el que R'' es un grupo alquileno que tiene de 2 a ...

Microfibrillated articles comprising hydrophilic component

Described are hydrophilic fibrillated articles comprising melt-processable polymer and hydrophilic component such as hydrophilic surfactant or hydrophilic polymer, as well as methods of preparing such articles.

Microfiber articles from multi-layer substrates

Described are microfiber articles and methods and intermediates for their production, the microfiber articles being preferably produced from co-extruded multi-layer films, and the articles having a multi-layer construction that allows selection of the different layers to have different properties such that the article can have a desired combination of properties.

Flat microfibers as matrices for cell growth

The present invention relates to culturing cells utilizing a matrix of microfibrillated thermoplastic polymeric materials. More specifically, the present invention relates to a method of culturing cells. In addition, the invention relates to a microfibrillated article for culturing cells dispersed in a cell culture medium. The matrix of thermoplastic polymeric materials for culturing cells of this invention finds use in tissue engineering and wound healing applications.

Schistose microfibrillated article for cell growth

The present invention relates to culturing cells utilizing a matrix of microfibrillated thermoplastic polymeric materials. More specifically, the present invention relates to a method of culturing cells. In addition, the invention relates to a biaxially oriented microfibrillated article for culturing cells dispersed in a cell culture medium. The matrix of thermoplastic polymeric materials for culturing cells of this invention finds use in tissue engineering and wound healing applications.

Flat microfibers as matrices for cell growth

The present invention relates to culturing cells utilizing a matrix of microfibrillated thermoplastic polymeric materials. More specifically, the present invention relates to a method of culturing cells. In addition, the invention relates to a microfibrillated article for culturing cells dispersed in a cell culture medium. The matrix of thermoplastic polymeric materials for culturing cells of this invention finds use in tissue engineering and wound healing applications.

Flat microfibers as matrices for cell growth

The present invention relates to culturing cells utilizing a matrix of microfibrillated thermoplastic polymeric materials. More specifically, the present invention relates to a method of culturing cells. In addition, the invention relates to a microfibrillated article for culturing cells dispersed in a cell culture medium. The matrix of thermoplastic polymeric materials for culturing cells of this invention finds use in tissue engineering and wound healing applications.

Schistose microfibrillated article for cell growth

The present invention relates to culturing cells utilizing a matrix of microfibrillated thermoplastic polymeric materials. More specifically, the present invention relates to a method of culturing cells. In addition, the invention relates to a biaxially oriented microfibrillated article for culturing cells dispersed in a cell culture medium. The matrix of thermoplastic polymeric materials for culturing cells of this invention finds use in tissue engineering and wound healing applications.

Strokable liner hanger and method

A strokable liner hanger includes a liner hanger; one of a slide seal and a casing seal sub disposed adjacent the liner hanger and the other of the slide seal and the casing seal sub disposed adjacent the one of the slide seal and the casing seal sub. A method for completing a wellbore is included.

Composite articles reinforced with highly oriented microfibers

A composite formed of a polymer matrix phase having a reinforcement phase including polymeric microfibers. The microfibers are preferably formed of a highly oriented polymer, having a high modulus value and a large surface area. The large surface area can serve to tightly bind the microfibers to the polymer matrix phase. The microfibers can be provided as a fully- or partially-microfibrillated film, as a non-woven web of entangled microfibers, or as a pulp having free fibers. The microfibers can be embedded in, or impregnated with, a polymer or polymer precursor. Some composite articles are formed from thermoset resins cured about a highly oriented polypropylene microfiber reinforcement phase, providing a strong, tough, moisture resistant article. One composite includes a matrix and reinforcement formed of the same material type and having substantially equal refractive indices, allowing the composite to be optically clear.

Foam compositions comprising polylactic acid polymer, polyvinyl acetate polymer and plasticizer, articles, and methods of making and using same

Foam compositions are provided including a polylactic acid polymer; second (e.g., polyvinyl acetate) polymer having a glass transition temperature (T g ) of at least 25° C.; and plasticizer. Also described are articles comprising the foam compositions, such as a sheet or hearing protection article. Methods of making and using the foam compositions are further described herein.

Methods of reducing microbial contamination

Methods of delaying the onset of an infection or preventing an infection caused by a microbial organism in an internal cavity of a subject are provided. Methods of killing or inactivating microorganisms in at least a portion of the urethra of a subject are provided.

Methods of reducing microbial contamination

Methods of delaying the onset of an infection or preventing an infection caused by a microbial organism in an internal cavity of a subject are provided. Methods of killing or inactivating microorganisms in at least a portion of the urethra of a subject are provided.

Microfiber articles from multi-layer substrates

Microfiber articles and methods and intermediates for their production, the microfiber articles being preferably produced from co-extruded multi-layer films, and the articles having a multi-layer construction that allows selection of the different layers to have different properties.

Adhesion promoting and/or dust suppression coating

An adhesion promoter coating composition includes an oligomeric alkylalkoxysiloxane and a compound comprising an electrophile moiety and an alkoxysilyl moiety. The electrophile moiety may contain a sulfide functional group, for example. A dust suppression coating composition includes an acrylic polymer comprising a quaternary ammonium moiety; and an oligomeric alkylalkoxysiloxane. The coating composition may further include a zirconium salt. The coating composition may be applied to roofing granules, and/or asphaltic compositions, among other things.

Adhesion promoting and/or dust suppression coating

An adhesion promoter coating composition includes an oligomeric alkylalkoxysiloxane and a compound comprising an electrophile moiety and an alkoxysilyl moiety. The electrophile moiety may contain a sulfide functional group, for example. A dust suppression coating composition includes an acrylic polymer comprising a quaternary ammonium moiety; and an oligomeric alkylalkoxysiloxane. The coating composition may be applied to roofing granules, and/or asphaltic compositions, among other things.

Golf ball having improved cover composition

An novel golf ball is disclosed having an improved cover composition comprising a blend of a first copolymer of an olefin and a sodium salt of an unsaturated carboxylic acid, a second copolymer of an olefin and a zinc salt of an unsaturated carboxylic acid, and a third copolymer of an olefin and a lithium salt of an unsaturated carboxylic acid. The novel golf balls having the improved cover compositions exhibit improved playing properties.

Recovery of aromatic hydrocarbons using lubricating oil conditioned membranes

Selectively permeable separation of aromatic hydrocarbons from non-aromatic hydrocarbons in a feed stream is accomplished using improved asymmetric membranes. The preferred membranes are fashioned from a polyimide and conditioned with a lubricating oil. Feed streams containing a mixture of aromatic and non-aromatic hydrocarbons are contacted with the dense active layer side of the polyimide membrane under a pressure and temperature sufficient to selectively permeate the desired aromatic hydrocarbon.

Process and system for converting carbonaceous feedstocks into energy without greenhouse gas emissions

The process and system of the invention converts carbonaceous feedstock such as coal, hydrocarbon oil, natural gas, petroleum coke, oil shale, carbonaceous-containing waste oil, carbonaceous-containing medical waste, carbonaceous-containing hazardous waste, carbonaceous-containing medical waste, and mixtures thereof into electrical energy without the production of unwanted greenhouse emissions. The process and system uses a combination of a gasifier, e.g., a kiln, operating in the exit range of at least 700° to about 1600° C. (1300–2900° F.) to convert the carbonaceous feedstock and a greenhouse gas stream into a synthesis gas comprising mostly carbon monoxide and hydrogen without the need for expensive catalysts and or high pressure operations. One portion of the synthesis gas from the gasifier becomes electrochemically oxidized in an electricity-producing fuel cell into an exit gas comprising carbon dioxide and water. The latter is recycled back to the gasifier after a portion of water is condensed out. The second portion of the synthesis gas from the gasifier is converted into useful hydrocarbon products.

Synergistic herbicidal composition containing certain pyridine or pyrimidine carboxylic acids and certain cereal and rice herbicides

An herbicidal composition containing (a) a pyridine or pyrimidine carboxylic acid component and (b) a second cereal or rice herbicide component provides synergistic control of selected weeds.

Synergistic herbicidal composition containing certain pyridine or pyrimidine carboxylic acids and certain cereal and rice herbicides

An herbicidal composition containing (a) a pyridine or pyrimidine carboxylic acid component and (b) a second cereal or rice herbicide component provides synergistic control of selected weeds.

Novel herbicide resistance gene

Transgenic plants that comprise proteins with aryloxyalkanoate dioxygenase activity

Tissue-specific expression and hybrid plant production

This disclosure concerns the use of endogenous plant RNAi machinery to preferentially or specifically reduce transgene expression. In some embodiments, the disclosure concerns specific reduction of transgene expression in male plant tissues, for example, to provide an economical male sterility system of hybrid seed production.

Process for augmenting connective mammalian tissue with in situ polymerizable native collagen solution

A method for augmenting hard or soft connective tissue, such as skin, tendon, cartilage, bone or interstitium, in a living mammal comprising implanting a proteolytic enzyme-solubilized, purified, native, in situ polymerizable collagen solution into the mammal at the augmentation site. The solution polymerizes at the site into a stable, non-reactive fibrous mass of tissue which is rapidly colonized by host cells and vascularized.

Novel maize ubiquitin promoters

玉米(Zea mays)c.v.B73泛素-1(Z.mays c.v.B73 Ubi-1)啟動子驅動植物之高位準構成性轉殖基因表現。於多基因構成體中重複使用相同玉米c.v.B73 Ubi-1啟動子也可能導致基因靜默，因而使得轉殖基因變成較為無效。本發明提出使用得自不同玉米種屬茂密玉米(Zea luxurians)v2之Ubi-1啟動子的基因調節元體於植物細胞及/或植物組織表現轉殖基因之基因調節啟動子元體、構成體、及方法。

Novel maize ubiquitin promoters

玉米(Zea mays)c.v.B73泛素-1(Z.mays c.v.B73 Ubi-1)啟動子驅動植物之高位準構成性轉殖基因表現。於多基因構成體中重複使用相同玉米c.v.B73 Ubi-1啟動子也可能導致基因靜默，因而使得轉殖基因變成較為無效。本發明提出使用得自不同玉米基因型玉米c.v.b104之Ubi-1啟動子的基因調節元體於植物細胞及/或植物組織表現轉殖基因之基因調節啟動子元體、構成體、及方法。

Novel maize ubiquitin promoters

玉米(Zea mays)c.v.B73泛素-1(Z.mays c.v.B73 Ubi-1)啟動子驅動植物之高位準構成性轉殖基因表現。於多基因構成體中重複使用相同玉米c.v.B73 Ubi-1啟動子也可能導致基因靜默，因而使得轉殖基因變成較為無效。本發明提出使用得自不同玉米種屬茂密玉米(Zea luxurians)v1之Ubi-1啟動子的基因調節元體於植物細胞及/或植物組織表現轉殖基因之基因調節啟動子元體、構成體、及方法。

Novel maize ubiquitin promoters

玉米(Zea mays)c.v.B73泛素-1(Z.mays c.v.B73 Ubi-1)啟動子驅動植物之高位準構成性轉殖基因表現。於多基因構成體中重複使用相同玉米c.v.B73 Ubi-1啟動子也可能導致基因靜默，因而使得轉殖基因變成較為無效。本發明提出使用得自不同玉米基因型玉米c.v.Hi-II之Ubi-1啟動子的基因調節元體於植物細胞及/或植物組織表現轉殖基因之基因調節啟動子元體、構成體、及方法。

Plasma monitoring and control method and system

A plasma monitoring and control method and system monitor and control plasma in an electronic device fabrication reactor by sensing the voltage of the radio frequency power that is directed into the plasma producing gas at the input to the plasma producing environment of the electronic device fabrication reactor. The method and system further senses the current and phase angle of the radio frequency power directed to the plasma producing gas at the input to the plasma producing environment. Full load impedance is measured and used in determining characteristics of the plasma environment, including not only discharge and sheath impedances, but also chuck and wafer impedances, primary ground path impedance, and a secondary ground path impedance associated with the plasma environment. This permits end point detection of both deposition and etch processes, as well as advanced process control for electronic device fabrication. The invention also provides automatic gain control features for applying necessary signal gain control functions during the end point and advanced process control operations.

A system and method for monitoring harmonic content of an rf signal

RF sensor clamp assembly

A clamp assembly for bringing an RF sensor into electrical contact with an RF current carrier is provided herein. The clamp assembly ( 101 ) comprises a first wedge-shaped element ( 103 ), and a second wedge-shaped element ( 105 ) which is slidingly engaged with said first wedge-shaped element. Preferably, the clamp assembly also comprises a collar ( 113 ) within which the first and second wedge-shaped elements are disposed. The clamp assembly preferably further comprises a fastener ( 111 ), such as a screw, which adjoins the first and second elements, in which case the clamp assembly is adapted such that, as the screw is rotated in a first direction, at least one of the first and second elements expands against the collar and/or the RF current carrier.

RF power delivery diagnostic system

An RF power delivery diagnostic system is provided herein. The system comprises an RF power source ( 303 ), an impedance matching network ( 305 ), a plasma reactor ( 307 ) in electrical contact with the RF power source by way of the impedance matching network, a first RF sensor ( 309 ) adapted to measure at least one attribute of the RF power input to the impedance matching network, and a second RF sensor ( 311 ) adapted to measure at least one attribute of the RF power output by the impedance matching network.

Method and device for the electrolytic removal of protective layers from metal layers

Polycrystalline diamond cutters with working surfaces having varied wear resistance while maintaining impact strength

Modularized system and method for urea production using a bio-mass feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes cleaning a bio-mass feedstock to remove substantially all non-organic matter; blending the cleaned bio-mass to obtain a substantially homogeneous blend; pelletizing the blended bio-mass; and gasifying the pellets in a gasifier. The bio-mass feedstock may include bio-mass materials having different processing characteristics. The gasifying step preferably includes pulverizing the pellets to a fine particle size, injecting an organic oil into the input bio-mass mist when needed, and controlling the feed rate to maintain a substantially constant burn temperature. The resultant syngas stream is cleaned and compressed to a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi. The resultant ammonia stream is processed in a bypass recycling loop system at 30% conversion rate at a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi.

Modularized system and method for urea production using a bio-mass feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes means and steps for “homogenizing” a biomass feedstock stream having components with different bulk density BTU content into a stream having a consistent bulk density BTU content. The steps include cleaning the incoming bio-mass feedstock stream to remove non-organic matter, blending the cleaned bio-mass feedstock stream to obtain a homogeneous blend having a consistent bulk density BTU content, and milling the homogeneous blend bio-mass feedstock stream to a predetermined size no greater than 12 mm.

Modularized system and method for urea production using a bio-mass feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes means and steps for “homogenizing” a biomass feedstock stream having components with different bulk density BTU content into a stream having a consistent bulk density BTU content. The steps include cleaning the incoming bio-mass feedstock stream to remove non-organic matter, blending the cleaned bio-mass feedstock stream to obtain a homogeneous blend having a consistent bulk density BTU content, and milling the homogeneous blend bio-mass feedstock stream to a predetermined size no greater than 12 mm.

Modularized system and method for urea production using a bio-mass feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes cleaning a bio-mass feedstock to remove substantially all non-organic matter; blending the cleaned bio-mass to obtain a substantially homogeneous blend; pelletizing the blended bio-mass; and gasifying the pellets in a gasifier. The bio-mass feedstock may include bio-mass materials having different processing characteristics. The gasifying step preferably includes pulverizing the pellets to a fine particle size, injecting an organic oil into the input biomass mist when needed, and controlling the feed rate to maintain a substantially constant burn temperature. The resultant syngas stream is cleaned and compressed to a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi. The resultant ammonia stream is processed in a bypass recycling loop system at 30% conversion rate at a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi.

Modularized System and Method for Urea Production Using a Bio-Mass Feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes cleaning a bio-mass feedstock to remove substantially all non-organic matter; blending the cleaned bio-mass to obtain a substantially homogeneous blend; pelletizing the blended bio-mass; and gasifying the pellets in a gasifier. The bio-mass feedstock may include bio-mass materials having different processing characteristics. The gasifying step preferably includes pulverizing the pellets to a fine particle size, injecting an organic oil into the input biomass mist when needed, and controlling the feed rate to maintain a substantially constant burn temperature. The resultant syngas stream is cleaned and compressed to a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi. The resultant ammonia stream is processed in a bypass recycling loop system at 30% conversion rate at a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi.

Process for duplex rotary reformer

Methods and apparatuses for producing fuel and power from the reformation of organic waste include the use of steam to produce syngas in a Fischer-Tropsch reaction, followed by conversion of that syngas product to hydrogen. Some embodiments include the use of a heated auger both to heat the organic waste and further to cool the syngas.

Process and system for converting carbonaceous feedstocks into energy without greenhouse gas emissions

The process and system of the invention converts carbonaceous feedstock from fossil fuels and other combustible materials into electrical energy without the production of unwanted greenhouse emissions. The process and system uses a combination of a gasifier to convert the carbonaceous feedstock and a greenhouse gas stream into a synthesis gas comprising carbon monoxide and hydrogen. One portion of the synthesis gas from the gasifier becomes electrochemically oxidized in an electricity-producing fuel cell into an exit gas comprising carbon dioxide and water. The latter is recycled back to the gasifier after the water is condensed out. The second portion of the synthesis gas from the gasifier is converted into useful hydrocarbon products.

Process and system for converting carbonaceous feedstocks into energy without greenhouse gas emissions

The process and system of the invention converts carbonaceous feedstock such as coal, hydrocarbon oil, natural gas, petroleum coke, oil shale, carbonaceous-containing waste oil, carbonaceous-containing medical waste, carbonaceous-containing military waste, carbonaceous-containing industrial waste, carbonaceous-containing medical waste, carbonaceous-containing sewage sludge and municipal solid waste, carbonaceous-containing agricultural waste, carbonaceous-containing biomass, biological and biochemical waste, and mixtures thereof into electrical energy without the production of unwanted greenhouse emissions. The process and system uses a combination of a gasifier, e.g., a kiln, operating in the exit range of at least 700° to about 1600° C. (1300-2900° F.) to convert the carbonaceous feedstock and a greenhouse gas stream into a synthesis gas comprising mostly carbon monoxide and hydrogen without the need for expensive catalysts and or high pressure operations. One portion of the synthesis gas from the gasifier becomes electrochemically oxidized in an electricity-producing fuel cell into an exit gas comprising carbon dioxide and water. The latter is recycled back to the gasifier after a portion of water is condensed out. The second portion of the synthesis gas from the gasifier is converted into useful hydrocarbon products.

Modularized system and method for urea production using a bio-mass feedstock

A modular system and method for producing urea from bio-mass includes cleaning a bio-mass feedstock to remove substantially all non-organic matter; blending the cleaned bio-mass to obtain a substantially homogeneous blend; pelletizing the blended bio-mass; and gasifying the pellets in a gasifier. The biomass feedstock may include bio-mass materials having different processing characteristics. The gasifying step preferably includes pulverizing the pellets to a fine particle size, injecting an organic oil into the input bio-mass mist when needed, and controlling the feed rate to maintain a substantially constant burn temperature. The resultant syngas stream is cleaned and compressed to a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi. The resultant ammonia stream is processed in a bypass recycling loop system at 30% conversion rate at a high pressure of about 6,000 to 7,000 psi.

AAD-1 event DAS-40278-9, related transgenic corn lines, and event-specific identification thereof

This invention relates in part to plant breeding and herbicide tolerant plants. This invention includes a novel aad-1 transformation event in corn plants comprising a polynucleotide sequence, as described herein, inserted into a specific site within the genome of a corn cell. In some embodiments, said event/polynucleotide sequence can be “stacked” with other traits, including, for example, other herbicide tolerance gene(s) and/or insect-inhibitory proteins. Additionally, the subject invention provides assays for detecting the presence of the subject event in a sample (of corn grain, for example). The assays can be based on the DNA sequence of the recombinant construct, inserted into the corn genome, and on the genomic sequences flanking the insertion site. Kits and conditions useful in conducting the assays are also provided.

Novel herbicide resistance genes

The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to pyridyloxyacetate herbicides. Heretofore, there was no expectation or suggestion that a plant with both of these advantageous properties could be produced by the introduction of a single gene. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention 'stacked' together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-12 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

Novel herbicide resistance genes

The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to pyridyloxyacetate herbicides. Heretofore, there was no expectation or suggestion that a plant with both of these advantageous properties could be produced by the introduction of a single gene. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention "stacked" together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as (ryloxylkanoate ioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

new herbicide resistant genes

Herbicide resistance genes

The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to pyridyloxyacetate herbicides. Heretofore, there was no expectation or suggestion that a plant with both of these advantageous properties could be produced by the introduction of a single gene. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention “stacked” together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-12 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

New herbicide resistance genes

Un método de control de malas hierbas, cuyo método comprende: aplicar uno o más herbicidas auxínicos de piridiloxiacetato y/o fenoxiacetato a plantas que comprenden una molécula de ácido nucleico que codifica una proteína que degrada enzimáticamente uno o más herbicidas auxínicos de piridiloxiacetato y/o fenoxiacetato, y que se hibrida en condiciones rigurosas con el complemento completo de una secuencia de las SEQ ID NO:1, SEQ ID NO:3, o SEQ ID NO:5, o mediante la aplicación antes de la plantación de dicho herbicida a un área por plantar inmediatamente antes de la plantación con semillas de dichas plantas. A weed control method, the method of which comprises: applying one or more auxinic herbicides of pyridyloxyacetate and / or phenoxyacetate to plants comprising a nucleic acid molecule that encodes a protein that enzymatically degrades one or more auxinic herbicides of pyridyloxyacetate and / or phenoxyacetate, and which hybridizes under stringent conditions with the complete complement of a sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1, SEQ ID NO: 3, or SEQ ID NO: 5, or by application before planting said herbicide to a area to be planted immediately before planting with seeds of these plants.

Novel herbicide resistance genes