DEVICE OF SUSPENSION AND SYSTEM OF SUSPENSION

Dispositif de suspension pour élément de connexion (5) sur lequel peut être montée une charge dynamique et qui forme au moins un œil, le dispositif de suspension comprenant un axe (2) fixé à un support (1), un galet (3) monté en rotation sur l'axe (2) et comportant une gorge circonférentielle dans laquelle l'élément de connexion (5) peut être accroché avec frottement, et au moins un dispositif de sécurité (4) apte à être déplacé manuellement depuis une position de verrouillage, dans laquelle il empêche un accrochage ou un décrochage de l'élément de connexion (5), jusque dans une position de libération permettant un accrochage ou un décrochage de l'élément de connexion (5).

DEVICE OF SUSPENSION AND SYSTEM OF SUSPENSION

Hydrolysis-optimized liplid emulsions and use thereof

Methods and systems for spatially identifying abnormal cells

The present invention provides compositions and methods for imaging tumor resections.

Automated cell processing methods, modules, instruments, and systems

In an illustrative embodiment, automated multi-module cell editing instruments are provided to automate multiple edits into nucleic acid sequences inside one or more cells.

Microfluidic on-chip filters

A microfluidic system for manipulating particles in a fluid is provided. The system includes a microfluidic chip having at least one channel and at least one filter feature, wherein the filter feature includes a field of physical obstacles configured and arranged to remove physical contaminants associated with the particles. The filter features are particularly suited to remove contaminants associated with gel beads manipulated by microfluidic handling.

Biomarkers for predicting degree of weight loss

Biomarkers for predicting weight loss The present invention provides a method for predicting the degree of weight loss attainable by applying one or more dietary interventions to a subject, said method comprising; determining the level of one or more biomarkers in one or more samples obtained from the subject, wherein the one or more biomarkers include vitamin K-dependent protein C.

ARRANGEMENT OF FLOATING PLATFORMS

An arrangement of floating platforms is provided, including (a) an anchored main platform and (b) one or more outer platforms, each of which being connected to the main platform by at least one connection element. One or more of the main and/or outer platforms are rotatable about a vertical axis by drive units which are fixed thereon. Marine engines having a propeller propulsion system are provided as drive units on the main platform and/or the outer platforms. 110-. (canceled)11. An arrangement of floating platforms , the arrangement comprising (a) an anchored central platform and (b) one or more external platforms each connected to the central platform via a connecting element , wherein one or more of the central and external platforms are rotatable around a vertical axis by drive units mounted thereto , andwherein the drive units comprise marine engines having screw propellers mounted at the central platform and/or at the external platforms.12. The arrangement of floating platforms according to claim 11 , wherein the marine engines are electric motors.13. The arrangement of floating platforms according to claim 11 , wherein the central platform is anchored non-rotatably.14. The arrangement of floating platforms according to claim 11 , wherein at least one of the external platforms is pivotably supported on the respective connecting element.15. The arrangement of floating platforms according to claim 11 , wherein the central platform is rotatable around a vertical axis claim 11 , and wherein the external platforms are connected non-rotatably with the respective connecting elements.16. The arrangement of floating platforms according to claim 15 , wherein the entire arrangement is rotatable around the vertical axis by the marine engines.17. The arrangement of floating platforms according to claim 11 , wherein respective connecting elements are non-rotatably connected to the central platform at at least two linkage points.18. The arrangement of floating platforms ...

Automated cell processing methods, modules, instruments, and systems

In an illustrative embodiment, automated multi-module cell editing instruments are provided to automate multiple edits into nucleic acid sequences inside one or more cells.

Composition Suitable for Preparing Polyurethane- or Polyisocyanurate Rigid Foams

A process for producing polyurethane foam by reacting at least one polyol component with at least one isocyanate component in the presence of at least one blowing agent and of one or more catalysts that catalyze the isocyanate-polyol and/or isocyanate-water reactions and/or the isocyanate trimerization, wherein the reaction is conducted in the presence of selected polyether-siloxane copolymers, is described. 2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein R=R.3. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the polyurethane foam is a rigid polyurethane foam.4. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the polyether siloxanes of the formula I are used in a total proportion by mass of 0.1 to 10 parts based on 100 parts by mass of polyol component.5. The process according to claim 1 , wherein at least 90 parts by weight of the polyols present claim 1 , based on 100 parts by weight of polyol component claim 1 , have an OH number greater than 100.6. The process according to claim 1 , wherein hydrocarbons having 3 claim 1 , 4 or 5 carbon atoms claim 1 , such as claim 1 , cyclo- claim 1 , iso- and/or n-pentane claim 1 , hydrofluorocarbons claim 1 , hydrochlorofluorocarbons claim 1 , hydrohaloolefins.7. The polyurethane foam claim 1 , especially rigid polyurethane foam claim 1 , obtainable by a process according to .8. The polyurethane foam according to claim 7 , wherein the closed cell content is ≥80% claim 7 , preferably the closed cell content being determined according to DIN ISO 4590.9. A thermal insulation for cooling technology comprising the polyurethane foam according to wherein the thermal insulation is used in cooling technology selected from the group consisting of refrigerators claim 7 , freezers claim 7 ,an insulation panel, sandwich element,pipe insulation,vessel, tank walls for cryogenic storage at temperatures <−50° C.,for insulation of vessel and/or tank walls for cold storage at temperatures of −50° C. to 20° C.,as a constituent of cryogenic insulation ...

Instruments, modules, and methods for improved detection of edited sequences in live cells

The present disclosure provides instruments, modules and methods for improved detection of edited cells following nucleic acid-guided nuclease genome editing. The disclosure provides improved automated instruments that perform methods—including high throughput methods—for screening cells that have been subjected to editing and identifying cells that have been properly edited.

Self-assembling protein homo-polymers

Disclosed herein are polypeptides having the amino acid sequence that is at least 50%, 55%, 60%, 65%, 70%, 75%, 80%, 85%, 90%, 91%, 92%, 93%, 94%, 95%, 96%, 97%, 98%, 99%, or 100% identical to the full length of the amino acid sequence selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NO: 1-33 and 36, wherein the polypeptides include at least 50%, 55%, 60%, 65%, 70%, 75%, 80%, 85%, 90%, 91%, 92%, 93%, 94%, 95%, 96%, 97%, 98%, 99%, or 100% of the identified interface residues, and wherein the polypeptides are capable of end-to-end homo-polymerization, homo-polymers of the polypeptides, and related capping and anchor proteins to facilitate homo-polymer formation.

Biomarkers for predicting degree of weight loss

A method for predicting the degree of weight loss attainable by applying one or more dietary interventions to a subject, said method comprising determining the level of one or more biomarkers in one or more samples obtained from the subject, wherein the biomarkers are selected from fructosamine and factor VII.

THERAPEUTIC METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING ACUTE MYELOID LEUKEMIA USING DEVIMISTAT

The invention provides methods, compositions, and medical kits for treating acute myeloid leukemia using devimistat in combination with cytarabine and mitoxantrone. 3. A method for treating relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia in a patient who is at least 50 years old , comprising the step of administering to a patient with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia who is at least 50 years old devimistat , cytarabine , and mitoxantrone pursuant to an induction cycle of 14 days , wherein during the induction cycle a) the devimistat is administered as a single daily dose of about 2 ,000 mg/mon each of days 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , and 5 , wherein each devimistat dose being administered over 2 hours as a central line IV infusion , b) the cytarabine is administered in five doses of about 1.0 g/meach every 12 hours beginning on day 3 after completion of the devimistat infusion , wherein each cytarabine dose is administered over 3 hours as a central line IV infusion , and c) the mitoxantrone is administered as a single daily dose of about 6 mg/mon each of days 3 , 4 , and 5 after completion of the cytarabine infusion , wherein each mitoxantrone dose is administered over 15 minutes as a central line IV infusion.4. The method of any of - , further comprising the step of repeating the induction cycle.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising the step of repeating the consolidation cycle.8. The method of any one of - claim 6 , further comprising the step of subsequently administering to the patient devimistat pursuant to maintenance cycle of 28 days claim 6 , wherein during the maintenance cycle the devimistat is administered as a single daily dose of about 2 claim 6 ,500 mg/mon each of days 1 claim 6 , 2 claim 6 , 3 claim 6 , 4 claim 6 , and 5.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the maintenance cycle is repeated at least once.10. The method of any one of - claim 8 , wherein the patient is at least 60 years old.11. The method of any one of - claim 8 , wherein the ...

Floating platform

A floating platform is provided including the following: a covering element; at least three buoyant bodies, which are separated from each other, are fixedly mounted to the lower face of the covering element, are open toward the bottom, and are made of a gas-tight, pressure- and corrosion-resistant flexible material. The buoyant bodies enclose a closed hollow space when coming into contact with a liquid surface. At least one compressed-air generating device is also provided for generating an overpressure in the individual hollow spaces.

Automated cell processing methods, modules, instruments, and systems

In an illustrative embodiment, automated multi-module cell editing instruments are provided to automate multiple edits into nucleic acid sequences inside one or more cells.

Method And Apparatus For Correlating Biometric Responses To Analyze Audience Reactions

A method for analyzing audience reaction while viewing audio-visual content commences by first collecting biometeric data from audience members while viewing the audio-visual content. The collected biometric data undergoes cross-correlation to establish a correlation graph having nodes indicative of individual audience member's reaction to the viewed audio-visual content. Thereafter, edges in the graph corresponding to nodes, which are similar, are identified to indicate audience members reacting similarly to the viewed content.

COMPOSITION SUITABLE FOR PRODUCTION OF RIGID POLYURETHANE OR POLYISOCYANURATE FOAMS

The present invention relates to a composition suitable for production of rigid polyurethane or polyisocyanurate foams, said composition comprising at least one isocyanate component, at least one polyol component, at least one foam stabilizer, at least one urethane and/or isocyanurate catalyst, optionally water and/or blowing agent, and optionally at least one flame retardant and/or further additives, which comprises at least two different varieties 1 and 2 of polyether siloxanes as foam stabilizers, and to the use of this composition for production of foamed polyurethane or polyisocyanurate materials, preferably rigid foams. 2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polyether siloxanes present as polyether siloxanes of polyether siloxane variety 1 are those where above 50 mol % of the Rmoieties in the Rmoieties present are H.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polyether siloxanes present as polyether siloxanes of polyether siloxane variety 2 are those where less than 50 mol % claim 1 , of the Rmoieties in the Rmoieties present are H.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the mass fraction of polyether siloxanes of polyether siloxane varieties 1 and 2 in the composition claim 1 , based on 100 parts by mass of polyol component (pphp) claim 1 , is in the range from 0.05 to 10 pphp.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the mass ratio of polyether siloxanes of polyether siloxane variety 1 to polyether siloxanes of polyether siloxane variety 2 in the composition is in the range from 0.01:1 to 1:0.01.6. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition contains exclusively polyether siloxanes that are encompassed by the definitions of polyether siloxane varieties 1 or 2.7. The composition according to claim 1 , obtainable by combining two or more separate components claim 1 , where one of the components is the isocyanate-reactive component and one other component is the isocyanate component claim 1 , in ...

Automated cell processing methods, modules, instruments, and systems

In an illustrative embodiment, automated multi-module cell editing instruments are provided to automate multiple edits into nucleic acid sequences inside one or more cells.

System and Method for Failure Management Using Distributed Execution Traces

A tracing system for managing failures of a service provided by a distributed system, the tracing system comprising a state machine store configured to store a distributed execution state machine (DESM), wherein states of the DESM correspond to predetermined milestones of the service and transitions of the DESM correspond to one or more instructions of the service; a logging unit configured to record events of the distributed system in a log store, wherein an event indicates a state and/or a transition of the DESM; a process reconstruction subsystem configured to reconstruct a trace of the DESM from the events stored in the log store; and a linking unit configured to link logging information of the distributed system to the states.

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING LIVER DISEASE

Disclosed are compositions and methods for treating a liver disease in a subject by increasing transport or retention of HNF4α, a transcriptional factor, into a nucleus of a hepatocyte in the subject. In some embodiments, the method comprises upregulating expression or function of one or more transcription factors selected from the group consisting of PROX1, NR5A2, NROB2, MTF1, SREBP1, EP300, and POM121C, and functional fragments thereof, and/or downregulating expression or function of one or more transcription factors DNAJB 1/F1SP40, ATF6, ATF4, and PERK, and functional fragments thereof.

Compositions and methods for genetic analysis

The present invention relates to genetic mapping of complex quantitative and qualitative traits. This invention more particularly relates to compositions and methods to identify identical DNA fragments from two different DNA sources. The method allows the amplification of the DNA's, their labelling, and the separation of perfectly matched DNA's from imperfectly matched DNA's or from DNA's formed through hybridisation from the same source (e.g., homohybrids). The invention can be used to identify genes or gene mutations, which are relevant to pathological conditions or particular traits.

Human autism susceptibility gene and uses thereof

The present invention discloses the identification of a human autism susceptibility gene, which can be used for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of autism and related disorders, as well as for the screening of therapeutically active drugs. The invention more specifically discloses that the SLC6A7 gene on chromosome 5 and certain alleles thereof are related to susceptibility to autism and represent novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The present invention relates to particular mutations in the SLC6A7 gene and expression products, as well as to diagnostic tools and kits based on these mutations. The invention can be used in the diagnosis of predisposition to, detection, prevention and/or treatment of Asperger syndrome, pervasive developmental disorder, mental retardation, anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, speech delay, epilepsy, metabolic disorder, immune disorder, bipolar disease and other psychiatric and neurological diseases..

Human autism susceptibility gene encoding prkcb1 and uses thereof

The present invention discloses the identification of a human autism susceptibility gene, which can be used for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of autism and related disorders, as well as for the screening of therapeutically active drugs. The invention more specifically discloses that the PRKCB 1 gene on chromosome 16 and certain alleles thereof are related to susceptibility to autism and represent novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The present invention relates to particular mutations in the PRKCBI gene and expression products, as well as to diagnostic tools and kits based on these mutations. The invention can be used in the diagnosis of predisposition to, detection, prevention and/or treatment of Asperger syndrome, pervasive developmental disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, mental retardation, anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, speech delay or language impairment, epilepsy, metabolic disorder, immune disorder, bipolar disease and other psychiatric and neurological diseases.

Human obesity susceptibility gene and uses thereof

The present invention discloses the identification of a human obesity susceptibility gene, which can be used for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of obesity and related disorders, as well as for the screening of therapeutically active drugs. The invention more specifically discloses that the PPYR1 gene on chromosome 10 and certain alleles thereof are related to susceptibility to obesity and represent novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The present invention relates to particular mutations in the PPYR1 gene and expression products, as well as to diagnostic tools and kits based on these mutations. The invention can be used in the diagnosis of predisposition to, detection, prevention and/or treatment of coronary heart disease and metabolic disorders, including hypoalphalipoproteinemia, familial combined hyperlipidemia, insulin resistant syndrome X or multiple metabolic disorder, coronary artery disease, diabetes and dyslipidemic hypertension.

Human obesity susceptibility gene and uses thereof

The present invention discloses the identification of a human obesity susceptibility gene, which can be used for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of obesity and related disorders, as well as for the screening of therapeutically active drugs. The invention more specifically discloses that the PPYR1 gene on chromosome 10 and certain alleles thereof are related to susceptibility to obesity and represent novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The present invention relates to particular mutations in the PPYR1 gene and expression products, as well as to diagnostic tools and kits based on these mutations. The invention can be used in the diagnosis of predisposition to, detection, prevention and/or treatment of coronary heart disease and metabolic disorders, including hypoalphalipoproteinemia, familial combined hyperlipidemia, insulin resistant syndrome X or multiple metabolic disorder, coronary artery disease, diabetes and dyslipidemic hypertension.

Fixing system for a leading edge to the structure of an aircraft lift plane

Fixing system for a modular leading edge ( 2 ) to the structure of an aircraft lift plane ( 1 ), in which the leading edge ( 2 ) has a covering ( 4 ) formed from a first lamina ( 5 ) and a second lamina ( 6 ) between which there is an interior airtight chamber, and the fixing system comprises a main attachment element ( 3 ) whose cross-section has a central element ( 13 ), a first arm ( 14 ) which is fixed to the first lamina ( 5 ) of the covering ( 4 ) of the leading edge ( 2 ), and a second arm ( 15 ) which is fixed to the second lamina ( 6 ) of the covering ( 4 ), and the central element ( 13 ) is in turn fixed to a covering ( 10 ) of the torsion box ( 8 ) of the structure of the lift plane ( 1 ).

Method to validate a transaction between a user and a service provider

This invention describes a method to validate a transaction between a mobile terminal of the user and a requesting service provider via an authentication server. For that, a SMS authentication session is established between the authentication application of the mobile terminal's smart card of the user and a trusted third party in the network side when transaction exchange occurs between the user and the service provider. The authentication method of the invention, processed through SMS technology, guarantees the security of communication between the mobile terminal and the third party without requiring extra hardware or special client software to be installed on the user mobile terminal nor increasing the existing communication protocols, signaling resources and operation costs. Moreover, with the authentication method of the invention it is not just the identity of the user to guarantee but also that the user is really willing to make the transaction and that no one tricked the user by showing other information.

Method for making paper structures having a decorative pattern

A paper web and method of making the paper web are disclosed. The paper web has a background portion and a non-embossed decorative pattern. The decorative pattern has at least one high basis weight region having a basis weight greater than the average basis weight of the surrounding background portion. The decorative pattern can include a number of discrete, decorative indicia. Each decorative indicia can be separated from adjacent decorative indicia by the background portion.

Residual toner recovery sump device for electrostatic photographic copying machine

(57)【要約】 【課題】 故障を目で見て確認可能な開閉式シャッター 装置をもつ低コストの残留トナー回収サンプ装置を提供 する。 【解決手段】 本装置は、端から見える空洞を形作って いるフレーム、残留トナーを保持する室を形作っている 上壁、前記上壁を貫通する残留トナー受入れ開口、およ び確認可能な開閉式シャッター装置から成っている。シ ャッター装置はトナー受入れ開口の上の閉位置に前記室 の上壁に旋回自在に取り付けられたシャッター板を有す る。シャッター板は、残留トナー回収サンプ装置を複写 機に装填するとき、見えない閉位置から空洞内の目で見 て確認できる開位置へ自動的に旋回させて動かすことが できる。

Automated high definition/resolution image storage, retrieval and transmission system

An automated high definition/resolution image storage, retrieval and transmission system for use with medical X-ray film or other documents to provide simultaneous automated access to a common data base by a plurality of remote subscribers upon request, the automated high definition/resolution image storage, retrieval and transmission system comprising an image scanning and digitizing subsystem to scan and digitize visual image information from an image film or the like; an image data storage and retrieval subsystem to receive and store the digitized information and to selectively provide the digitized information upon request from a remote site, a telecommunication subsystem to selectively transmit the requested digitized information from the image data storage and retrieval subsystem to the requesting remote visual display terminal for conversion to a visual image at the remote site to visually display the requested information from the image data storage and retrieval subsystem.

Biomarkers for predicting degree of weight loss in female subjects

Burner

The invention relates to a burner (1) which is operated with a lean gas (8) (LBTU gas) and comprises at least two hollow, conical partial bodies (2, 3) which are nested in one another in the direction of flow. By offsetting the longitudinal axes of symmetry (2a, 3a) relative to one another, tangential ducts (2b, 3b) are formed through which combustion air (4) flows into the conical cavity (5). Parallel to these ducts (2b, 3b) there are further ducts (6, 7), formed by dividing walls (6a, 7a), through which the-lean gas (8) likewise flows into the conical cavity (5) at a similar rate to the combustion air (4).

Boron nitride and aluminum thermal spray powder

A composite thermal spray powder, for producing abradable coatings, is substantially in the form of clad particles each of which has a core particle of boron nitride and subparticles of aluminum-silicon alloy. The subparticles are bonded to the core particle with an polymeric binder.

DECOUPLING CAPACITOR FOR CIRCUIT COMPONENTS WITH GRID-SHAPED CONTACT PIN ARRANGEMENTS AND EXISTING DECOUPLING ARRANGEMENTS THEREOF

Captive fastener

This invention provides a captive screw and a nut, the captive screw including a collar having an opening receiving the shank of a screw, the opening having a portion of wide diameter and a portion of narrow diameter. The screw has a full-depth thread at its outer end, and a truncated thread inwardly thereof, the truncated thread being dimensioned to pass through the narrow part of the opening in the collar while the full-depth thread cannot so that the screw is retained by the collar yet the end of the screw can be entirely retracted within the collar. The nut assembly includes a sleeve with an external shoulder, a straight knurl, and a flarable end, internally having a hexagonal portion in its bore. The nut has a hexagonal portion which extends into the sleeve and is smaller in lateral dimension than that of the opening to permit lateral floating movement, and longer axially than the hexagonal portion of the bore, to permit relative axial movement of the nut relative to the sleeve. The nut and sleeve have interengageable abutments to limit the axial movement of the nut relative to the sleeve.

Method and apparatus for joining at least two workpieces by friction stir welding

Es wird ein Verfahren und eine Vorrichtung (10) zum Verbinden von wenigstens zwei aneinanderliegenden Werkstücken (13, 14) nach der Methode des Reibrührschweißens vorgeschlagen, wobei die Werkstücken einen Verbindungsbereich zwischen sich einschließen, umfassend mittels eines rotierend angetriebenen stiftartigen Vorsprungs (11), der bei seiner Rotation in Kontakt mit dem Verbindungsbereich der Werkstücke (13, 14) den Verbindungsbereich wenigstens teilweise plastifiziert. Der stiftartige Vorsprung ist im wesentlichen längs seiner Drehachse durch den sich plastifizierenden Werkstoff wenigstens eines ersten zum stiftartigen Vorsprung (11) gerichteten Werkstücks (13) bis zur Oberfläche eines unteren Werkstücks (14) bewegbar. <IMAGE>

Tecnoscopes

A technoscope for internal inspection of plant such as special aircraft power units equipped with non-circular, preferably cornered (e.g. square) wall ports comprises a rigid first metal guide shaft of non-circular cross-section insertible into one of the wall ports and having a lateral distal outlet guide, and a guiding element which passes through said first guide shaft and has a flexible distal portion, an intermediate portion whose cross-section matches that of the first guide shaft and a proximal control system for controlled deflection of said flexible distal end. The guiding element is used to guide a flexible endoscope shaft to the desired site within the plant to be inspected.

Endoscope for inspecting power plant

USEFUL OBSERVATION DEVICE, PARTICULARLY FOR THE INTERNAL INSPECTION OF AN AVIATION PROPELLER

Technoscope

A technoscope for examining surfaces in confined spaces includes a shank on whose distal end a pivotable arm with a measuring device is arranged, which may be pivoted from a first position in which the arm extends in the longitudinal direction of the shank into a second position in which the arm extends bent at an angle to the longitudinal axis of the shank.

USING OBSERVATION DEVICE, IN PARTICULAR FOR INTERNAL INSPECTION OF AN AVIATION THRUSTER

L'INVENTION EST RELATIVE A UN DISPOSITIF PREVU POUR INTRODUIRE UN ENDOSCOPE SOUPLE 3 DANS UNE OUVERTURE DE VISITE, MENAGEE PAR EXEMPLE DANS LA PAROI DU CORPS D'UN PROPULSEUR A INSPECTER. LE DISPOSITIF COMPORTE UNE TIGE TUBULAIRE DE GUIDAGE 1, QUE L'ON MONTE D'ABORD DANS L'OUVERTURE DE VISITE DU MOTEUR, ET QUI PEUT ETRE MAINTENUE SUR LA PAROI EXTERNE DU MOTEUR, AU MOYEN D'UNE COLLERETTE 8 ASSOCIEE A UN BEC ELASTIQUE 6 D'ACCROCHAGE INTERNE. DANS LA TIGE CREUSE 1, ON ENFILE UN ORGANE DE GUIDAGE DEFORMABLE 2, QUI SORT DE LA TIGE 1 PAR UNE OUVERTURE LATERALE DE GUIDAGE. L'EXTREMITE INTERNE DE L'ORGANE 2 EST FACILEMENT DEFORMABLE, ET MANOEUVREE DE L'EXTERIEUR AU MOYEN D'UNE POIGNEE 9. L'UTILISATEUR PEUT AINSI EXPLORER L'INTERIEUR DU MOTEUR, EN DEPLACANT A SA GUISE LA TETE D'UN ENDOSCOPE SOUPLE 3, ENFILE DANS L'ORGANE DE GUIDAGE 2. APPLICATION DE LA MISE EN OEUVRE DES ENDOSCOPES SOUPLES, NOTAMMENT POUR L'INSPECTION INTERNE DES PROPULSEURS D'AVIATION.

Mechanical device for simplifying fluid balance in hemofiltration

A balance device for use in conjunction with a continuous fluid filter exchange system includes a balance beam stand, and a pair of beams pivotally mounted on the stand at respective levels above and below the filter. A source of substitution fluid for the exchange system is suspended from the upper beam while a reservoir for filtrate from the system is suspended from the lower beam. A supply tube devoid of pumps is provided for introducing substitution fluid from the source into the system, and a filtrate tube devoid of pumps is provided for conducting filtrate from the system to the reservoir. Automatic control means is provided on the stand for controlling the flow of fluid into the system as a function of the amount of filtrate collected in the reservoir, and the control means is mechanically coupled to the beams. The device further includes automatic shut-off for terminating the flow of filtrate to the reservoir when the source of substitution fluid becomes empty. In an alternative embodiment, the device comprises an inner frame and an outer frame with the source of substitution fluid and the reservoir being suspended from the inner frame. The inner frame is movable relative to the outer frame, and the control means is mounted so as to operate in response to relative movements of the inner and outer frames.

DOUBLE SEED DISTRIBUTOR DEVICE

La presente solicitud se refiere a un dispositivo distribuidor doble de semillas u otro material granular impulsado por accionamiento directo. Más específicamente, la presente solicitud se refiere a un dispositivo distribuidor de semillas doble para sembradoras, accionado por un único motor eléctrico del tipo anular, de rotor hueco, que comprende dos cámaras o reservorios de semillas, estando cada una cargada con semillas de tipos diferentes, pudiendo el dispositivo sembrar semillas selectivamente desde un reservorio o el otro.

Decision support for operations and maintenance (DSOM) system

A method for minimizing the life cycle cost of processes such as heating a building. The method utilizes sensors to monitor various pieces of equipment used in the process, for example, boilers, turbines, and the like. The method then performs the steps of identifying a set optimal operating conditions for the process, identifying and measuring parameters necessary to characterize the actual operating condition of the process, validating data generated by measuring those parameters, characterizing the actual condition of the process, identifying an optimal condition corresponding to the actual condition, comparing said optimal condition with the actual condition and identifying variances between the two, and drawing from a set of pre-defined algorithms created using best engineering practices, an explanation of at least one likely source and at least one recommended remedial action for selected variances, and providing said explanation as an output to at least one user.

Stabilized guacamole and method for making same

A composition for a guacamole preparation that inhibits spoilage and/or oxidation of the avocado fruit present in the preparation and the discoloration and souring that commonly accompanies oxidation. The inhibitory effect is achieved through the use of a natural antioxidant or preservative that is found in tomatillo. The composition only requires avocado flesh and the pulp of tomatillo as no other chemical preservatives are required to achieve stability of the preparation. The composition may optionally include flavoring additives such as spices, peppers and vegetables and as well as chemical agents for controlling the pH of the composition. A process for preparing the composition is disclosed that includes combining the avocado flesh and tomatillo pulp and heating the mixture prior to sealing it in sterilized containers.

Methods and systems for spatially identifying abnormal cells

Compositions and methods for spatially identifying abnormal cells or imaging tumor resection by administering a molecular imaging probe to a tissue of a subject undergoing a surgical intervention and obtaining an in situ image of the tissue. Detection at the single cell level.

Methods and systems for spatially identifying abnormal cells

The present invention provides compositions and methods for imaging tumor resections.

Imaging agent for detection of diseased cells

The present invention provides compositions and methods for imaging, for example, tumor resections.

Methods and systems for spatially identifying abnormal cells

The present invention provides compositions and methods for imaging tumor resections.

Molecular imaging probes and their compositions

The present invention provides compositions and methods for imaging tumour resections.

Methods and system for image guided cell ablation with microscopic resolution

The invention provides systems and method for the removal of diseased cells during surgery.

Methods and system for image guided cell ablation with microscopic resolution

The invention provides systems and method for the removal of diseased cells during surgery.

Methods and system for image guided cell ablation

The invention provides systems and method for the removal of diseased cells during surgery.

Medical imaging device and methods of use

Embodiments related to medical imaging devices including rigid imaging tips and their methods of use for identifying abnormal tissue within a surgical bed are disclosed.

Medical imaging device and methods of use

Embodiments related to medical imaging devices including rigid imaging tips and their methods of use for identifying abnormal tissue within a surgical bed are disclosed.

Medical imaging device and methods of use

Embodiments related to medical imaging devices including rigid imaging tips and their methods of use for identifying abnormal tissue within a surgical bed are disclosed.

Method for producing high solids kaolin slurry

A bleached, dispersed, high solids slurry is produced from unprocessed crudes at low pH and with minimum work input, using polyacrylic acid as the dispersant. The process involves making the slurry at the highest solids possible without resorting to filtration or spray drying.

Expandable endotracheal or urethral tube

There is disclosed an endotracheal tube which is collapsed transverse to the longitudinal dimension of the tube for insertion into the trachea of a patient. After the tube is in place, it is expanded to open an unobstructed passageway therethrough. An expandable cuff is provided on the exterior of the tube to afford a seal between the trachea and the tube. The same techniques are applicable to urethral catheters.

Combination bottle cap and construction toy

Disclosed is a combination bottle cap and stackable toy which allows the bottle caps to be accumulated and then affixed together to form various shapes and configurations, thus providing an incentive for the user to purchase a bottle having the stackable cap.

MULTI-PLATFORM WIND MAST

Le but de l'invention est de fournir une tour à plates-formes multiples permettant de réduire considérablement les coûts de production, la tour étant adaptée à différents types de turbines. A cet effet, les améliorations consistent à obtenir un profil basé sur des sections tronconiques présentant des inclinaisons différentes et correspondant géométriquement à une enveloppe de charge obtenue à partir de la superposition de profils théoriques de tours respectives conçues spécifiquement pour plusieurs turbines différentes. Etant donné que la partie inférieure de la turbine comprend des moyens de fixation de diamètre différent, il est nécessaire d'inclure une série d'adaptateurs ou de bobines (4-4 ') de configuration tronconique permettant d'adapter la tour à tout type de turbine. . Si nécessaire, un second adaptateur (11) formé d'un anneau en forme de coin pourrait être inclus, l'adaptateur modifiant l'angle du plan dans lequel tournent les lames, écartant ainsi l'extrémité libre des lames de la tour. .

METHOD FOR DIRECT FUEL INJECTION FOR A DIESEL ENGINE

INSTRUMENT FOR MACHINING THE SURFACE OF PARTS IN TECHNICAL CAVITIES

La présente invention concerne un instrument, tel qu'un endoscope technique, destiné à usiner la surface, par exemple, d'aubes d'ensembles de propulsion, dans des cavités normalement inaccessibles, à l'aide d'un outil d'usinage, en permettant simultanément l'observation du lieu d'usinage à l'aide d'une optique, l'instrument étant constitué d'un corps d'instrument en forme de tige (1), sur lequel est articulée, côté distal, une tête (2) portant l'outil et susceptible de pivoter par rapport à l'axe longitudinal du corps en forme de tige. Pour permettre de mesurer, à l'aide de l'instrument, les dommages sur la surface à usiner, il est possible de monter, sur la tête de l'instrument, un outil de mesure (16) comprenant un gabarit de mesure (18) pouvant être amené par pivotement avec la tête, dans le champ de vision de l'optique. L'outil de mesure peut être monté simplement à la place de l'outil d'usinage sur la tête de l'instrument. Mais le gabarit de mesure peut être également agencé directement sur l'outil d'usinage. The present invention relates to an instrument, such as a technical endoscope, for machining the surface, for example, of propulsion assembly blades, in cavities normally inaccessible, using a machining tool, by simultaneously allowing observation of the machining site with the aid of an optic, the instrument consisting of a rod-shaped instrument body (1) on which is articulated, on the distal side, a head (2) carrying the tool and capable of pivoting relative to the longitudinal axis of the rod-shaped body. To enable damage to the surface to be machined to be measured with the aid of the instrument, it is possible to mount a measuring tool (16) on the head of the instrument, comprising a measuring jig (18 ) can be brought by pivoting with the head, in the field of vision of the optics. The measuring tool can simply be mounted instead of the machining tool ...

INDUSTRIAL ENDOSCOPE FOR DETERMINING THE SIZE OF DAMAGED AREAS OF OBJECTS

DANS CET ENDOSCOPE INDUSTRIEL, QUI COMPORTE UN SYSTEME ENDOSCOPIQUE PROPREMENT DIT, INSERE DANS UN GUIDE SOLIDAIRE DE LA PIECE A ANALYSER, ON FORME L'IMAGE D'UN POINT DE L'OBJET SUR UNE ECHELLE 5A REALISEE SOUS LA FORME D'UNE PLAQUE TRANSPARENTE 5 MUNIE D'UN RETICULE, DEPLACABLE TRANSVERSALEMENT AU MOYEN D'UNE VIS MICROMETRIQUE 4, 4A, ET UN CAPTEUR DE MESURE 8 DETECTE LE DEPLACEMENT MECANIQUE ET LE CONVERTIT EN UN SIGNAL ELECTRIQUE, UN PRISME A VISION LATERALE POUVANT PIVOTER SOUS L'ACTION D'UN DISPOSITIF DE REGLAGE DONT LA VALEUR DE REGLAGE EST CONVERTIE EN UN SIGNAL ELECTRIQUE ENVOYE AINSI QUE LE PREMIER SIGNAL A UN ORDINATEUR CALCULANT LA TAILLE DE LA ZONE ENDOMMAGEE. APPLICATION NOTAMMENT A LA DETERMINATION DE LA GRANDEUR DE FISSURES, DANS DES MECANISMES OU TRAINS MOTEURS. IN THIS INDUSTRIAL ENDOSCOPE, WHICH INCLUDES A PROPER ENDOSCOPIC SYSTEM, INSERTED IN A SOLIDARITY GUIDE OF THE PART TO ANALYZE, THE IMAGE OF A POINT OF THE OBJECT IS FORMED ON A SCALE 5A MADE IN THE FORM OF A TRANSPARENT PLATE 5 EQUIPPED WITH A RETICLE, TRANSVERSALLY MOVABLE BY MEANS OF A MICROMETRIC SCREW 4, 4A, AND A MEASURING SENSOR 8 DETECTS MECHANICAL DISPLACEMENT AND CONVERTS IT INTO AN ELECTRIC SIGNAL, A SIDE VISION PRISM THAT CAN PIVOT UNDER THE ACTION D AN ADJUSTMENT DEVICE WHOSE ADJUSTMENT VALUE IS CONVERTED INTO AN ELECTRICAL SIGNAL SENT AS WELL AS THE FIRST SIGNAL TO A COMPUTER CALCULATING THE SIZE OF THE DAMAGED AREA. APPLICATION IN PARTICULAR TO THE DETERMINATION OF THE SIZE OF CRACKS, IN MECHANISMS OR DRIVE TRAINS.

ENDOSCOPE

L'invention concerne un endoscope.Dans cet endoscope comportant une tige creuse (1) pourvue d'un regard distal latéral dans laquelle sont prévus des moyens optiques et un espace pour le passage d'un instrument auxiliaire (8), un conduit ajustable (6) pour l'instrument auxiliaire (8) est prévu dans l'espace de passage de la tige creuse et comporte, côté distal, un tronçon cintré flexible (6b) et un tronçon d'extrémité (6a) qui s'y raccorde et s'étend vers le côté, et dont l'extrémité (6c) est retenue d'une manière articulée dans un passage radial (12) formé dans la paroi périphérique distale (13) de la tige creuse (1).Application notamment aux endoscopes pour examens techniques et aux endoscopes médicaux. The invention relates to an endoscope.In this endoscope comprising a hollow rod (1) provided with a lateral distal gaze in which optical means and a space for the passage of an auxiliary instrument (8) are provided, an adjustable duct ( 6) for the auxiliary instrument (8) is provided in the passage space of the hollow rod and comprises, on the distal side, a flexible bent section (6b) and an end section (6a) which connects to it and extends to the side, and the end (6c) of which is retained in a hinged manner in a radial passage (12) formed in the distal peripheral wall (13) of the hollow rod (1) .Application in particular to endoscopes for technical examinations and medical endoscopes.

DEVICE FOR HORIZONTALLY DETECTING OBSTACLES AND DETECTION METHOD USING SAME

DEVICE FOR SUPPLYING ADDITIVES, IN PARTICULAR WATER, FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES OF THE INJECTION AND AIR COMPRESSION TYPE

L'invention concerne un dispositif d'alimentation en additif, notamment de l'eau, dans un moteur à combustion interne du type à injection et à compression d'air. Le dispositif 3 est placéà à l'entrée du moteur; il est prévu un dispositif de dosage 5 opérant en fonction de la charge et/ou de la vitesse de rotation et qui commande l'introduction de l'additif dans le dispositif d'alimentation par l'intermédiaire d'une électrovalve 4, dont le rapport entre le temps d'ouverture et le temps de fermeture par unité de temps est commandé à l'aide d'un appareil électronique 12. Application au domaine de l'automobile. The invention relates to a device for supplying additive, in particular water, to an internal combustion engine of the air injection and compression type. Device 3 is placed at the entrance of the engine; a metering device 5 is provided which operates as a function of the load and / or of the speed of rotation and which controls the introduction of the additive into the supply device by means of a solenoid valve 4, of which the The ratio between the opening time and the closing time per unit of time is controlled using an electronic device 12. Application to the automotive field.

Methods and systems for spatially identifying abnormal cells

The present invention provides compositions and methods for imaging tumor resections.

ARTICULATED PROTECTION COVER FOR THE UPPER SURFACE OF A SWIMMING POOL

EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE COMPRISING A MEASURING SENSOR DETECTING THE COMPOSITION OF EXHAUST GASES

Flow through electroporation instrumentation

The present disclosure provides a flow-through electroporation device configured for use as a stand-alone module or as one module in an automated multi-module processing system.

PROCESS FOR DIRECT FUEL INJECTION FOR A DIESEL ENGINE

SELON CE PROCEDE METTANT EN OEUVRE UNE INJECTION PREALABLE ET UNE INJECTION PRINCIPALE DU CARBURANT, LE DEBUT A DE L'INJECTION PREALABLE INTERVIENT, POUR LA VITESSE DE ROTATION DE RALENTI OU JUSTE AU-DESSUS DE CETTE VITESSE, DANS LA PLAGE DE 10-16 DE L'ANGLE DU VILEBREQUIN ET, DANS LE CAS DE LA VITESSE DE ROTATION NOMINALE, DANS LA PLAGE DE 20-30 DE L'ANGLE DU VILEBREQUIN AVEC LE POINT MORT HAUT, LE DEBUT A DE L'INJECTION PRINCIPALE INTERVIENT, POUR LA VITESSE DE ROTATION DE RALENTI, DANS LA PLAGE DE 2 DE L'ANGLE DU VILEBREQUIN AVANT LE POINT MORT HAUT, L'INTERVALLE A ENTRE LES DEUX INJECTEURS SE SITUE, POUR LA VITESSE DE ROTATION DE RALENTI, OU JUSTE AU-DESSUS DE CETTE VITESSE, DANS LA PLAQUE DE 3 A 14 DE L'ANGLE DE VILEBREQUIN ET, POUR LA VITESSE DE ROTATION NOMINALE, DANS LA PLAGE DE 3 A 26 DE L'ANGLE DU VILEBREQUIN, ET LA QUANTITE D'INJECTION PREALABLE EST EGALE, LORS DU RALENTI, OU JUSTE AU-DESSUS DE LA VITESSE DE RALENTI, A ENVIRON 10 -20 ET, SOUS PLEINE CHARGE, A ENVIRON 1 -5 DE LA QUANTITE DE CARBURANT RESPECTIVEMENT PREDETERMINEE. APPLICATION NOTAMMENT A L'AMELIORATION DU RENDEMENT DE MOTEURS DIESEL. ACCORDING TO THIS PROCESS, WHICH IMPLEMENTS A PREVIOUS INJECTION AND A MAIN INJECTION OF THE FUEL, THE START AT THE PREVIOUS INJECTION TAKES PLACE, FOR THE IDLE ROTATION SPEED OR JUST ABOVE THIS SPEED, IN THE RANGE OF 10-16 OF THE ANGLE OF THE CRANKSHAFT AND, IN THE CASE OF THE RATED SPEED OF ROTATION, IN THE RANGE OF 20-30 OF THE ANGLE OF THE CRANKSHAFT WITH THE TOP NEUTRAL, THE START AT THE MAIN INJECTION TAKES PLACE, FOR THE SPEED OF IDLE ROTATION, IN THE RANGE OF 2 OF THE ANGLE OF THE CRANKSHAFT BEFORE THE TOP NEUTRAL, THE INTERVAL A BETWEEN THE TWO INJECTORS IS, FOR THE IDLE ROTATION SPEED, OR JUST ABOVE THAT SPEED, IN THE PLATE FROM 3 TO 14 FROM THE ANGLE OF THE CRANKSHAFT AND, FOR THE RATED SPEED OF ROTATION, IN THE RANGE OF 3 TO 26 FROM THE ANGLE OF THE CRANKSHAFT, AND THE PREVIOUS INJECTION AMOUNT IS EQUAL, WHEN ...

ARTICULATED PROTECTION COVER FOR THE UPPER SURFACE OF A SWIMMING POOL

La couverture pour une piscine est constituée d'une série de modules de base juxtaposés et assemblés entre eux par jonction de leurs bords longitudinaux, chaque module de base étant formé de trois éléments rectilignes longitudinaux (8), (9) et (10), chaque élément latéral d'extrémité (9) et (10) présentant le long de son bord longitudinal libre un moyen d'assemblage avec l'élément d'extrémité correspondant du module de base adjacent, et deux éléments rectilignes consécutifs étant articulés entre eux par une articulation linéaire (16) du type charnière disposée en position inférieure de leurs bords longitudinaux en regard, la partie supérieure de ces mêmes bords présentant une conformation linéaire arrondie (19),(20) et (23),(24) en saillie formant par contact entre eux une butée de limitation du mouvement de basculement vers le haut de ces éléments consécutifs.Cette invention intéresse les fabricants de dispositifs de protection et de sécurité pour piscines.

CROSS-PLAN DETECTION DEVICE OF AN OBSTACLE AND DETECTION METHOD USING SAME

L'invention concerne un dispositif de détection (10) d'obstacles destiné à équiper un véhicule mobile (11) parallèlement à un plan de référence (12). Selon l'invention, le dispositif (10) comprend : • au moins deux émetteurs (14, 16, 19, 32, 34, 35) de faisceau électromagnétique (15, 17, 20, 27, 30, 31) aptes à former deux plans virtuels (22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29) dans deux directions différentes pouvant s'intersecter entre eux et avec un éventuel obstacle, • au moins un capteur d'image (5, 6, 7) apte à produire une image de l'intersection des plans virtuels (22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29) et de l'éventuel obstacle, • un moyen d'analyse d'image apte à déterminer la présence d'un obstacle, configuré pour comparer l'image avec une image de référence. L'invention concerne également un procédé de détection mettant en œuvre un tel dispositif. The invention relates to an obstacle detection device (10) for equipping a mobile vehicle (11) parallel to a reference plane (12). According to the invention, the device (10) comprises: • at least two electromagnetic beam emitters (14, 16, 19, 32, 34, 35) (15, 17, 20, 27, 30, 31) capable of forming two virtual planes (22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29) in two different directions that can intersect each other and with a possible obstacle, • at least one image sensor (5, 6, 7) capable of producing a image of the intersection of the virtual planes (22, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29) and the possible obstacle, • an image analysis means capable of determining the presence of an obstacle, configured to compare the image with a reference image. The invention also relates to a detection method implementing such a device.

ELECTROCHEMICAL MEASUREMENT PROBE WITH PROTECTIVE DEVICE FOR DETERMINING OXYGEN CONTENT OF EXHAUST GASES

La présente invention concerne les sondes de mesure électrochimiques pour la détermination du contenu en oxygène des gaz d'échappement. La sonde de mesure comprend à sa partie exposée aux gaz d'échappement, un dispositif de protection 12 en matériau fritté poreux qui l'entoure, ainsi seule une partie du flux des gaz d'échappement et non plus leur tonalité parvient par les pores à la sonde de mesure, ce qui permet d'atténuer fortement les chocs thermiques et pointes de pression au niveau du tube d'électrolyte solide 1 de la sonde. Le dispositif de protection est avantageusement disposé à une distance de 0,01 à 20,0 mm de la sonde de mesure. Le matériau fritté poreux peut être formé de céramique ou de métal, tel que les alliages de nickel résistant aux hautes températures. Application à la détermination du contenu en oxygène des gaz d'échappement des moteurs à combustion interne. (CF DESSIN DANS BOPI) The present invention relates to electrochemical measurement probes for determining the oxygen content of exhaust gases. The measuring probe comprises at its part exposed to the exhaust gases, a protection device 12 made of porous sintered material which surrounds it, thus only part of the flow of the exhaust gases and no longer their tone reaches through the pores to the measurement probe, which makes it possible to greatly attenuate thermal shocks and pressure peaks at the level of the solid electrolyte tube 1 of the probe. The protection device is advantageously placed at a distance of 0.01 to 20.0 mm from the measurement probe. The porous sintered material can be ceramic or metal, such as high temperature resistant nickel alloys. Application to the determination of the oxygen content of the exhaust gases of internal combustion engines. (CF DRAWING IN BOPI)

INDUSTRIAL ENDOSCOPE FOR DETERMINING THE SIZE OF DAMAGED AREAS OF OBJECTS

Solder-on back metal for semiconductor die

A solderable back contact for semiconductor die consists of a titanium layer bonded to the bottom of the die. The free surface of the titanium layer is coated with a copper layer. A soft solder layer joins the bottom of the die to a copper lead frame by first heating the die to below the melting point of the solder, and then ultrasonically “scrubbing” the solder to cause it to bond to the die and lead frame with a minimum sized solder fillet.

Medical imaging device and methods of use

Embodiments related to medical imaging devices including rigid imaging tips and their methods of use for identifying abnormal tissue within a surgical bed are disclosed.

Endoscope

The technoscope has a shaft (12) fitted at its distal end with a pivoted arm (14) carrying a measuring device (20), coupled via a measuring line leading from the proximal end of the arm to an external control and display device (38). The pivoted arm is moved from a position in which it lies in the longitudinal direction of the shaft and a position in which it extends at an angle to the shaft.

Pharmaceutical composition with special 1,2-diacyl-glycero-3-phosphocholines for the treatment of diseases of the stomach and the intestines

IDENTIFIER OF MEAT PRODUCTS.

Device for purifying exhaust gases of an engine, comprising a catalytic converter with a metal matrix welded into a casing

The invention relates to a device for purifying the exhaust gases of internal combustion engines, comprising a catalytic converter with a metal matrix fixed by welding into a casing. There is provided, considering the direction of flow of the exhaust gases, at 2 to 10 mm before the catalytic converter 1, on the inner wall of the casing 2, 3, 4, a collar 5 directed radially towards the inside and whose height lies between 3 and 15% of the diameter of the catalytic converter 1, whilst, however, being at least 1 mm. Application to the automotive industry.

Device for detection of obstacles with a horizontal plane and detection method implementing such a device

The invention relates to an obstacle detection device (10) for equipping a moving vehicle (11) moving parallel to a reference plane (12), characterized in that it comprises: · a first "horizontal" transmitter (14) of a first horizontal electromagnetic beam (15) extending in a first virtual plane (22) substantially parallel to the reference plane (12), · a first image sensor (5) capable of covering a field (36) intended to intersect with the first virtual plane (22) to form a detection surface (71) · and an image analysis means for determining the presence of an obstacle by detection of the presence of an image on the detection surface (71). The invention also relates to a detection method implementing such a device.

Phospholipid-containing products, their preparation and their use

Abstract Liquid phospholipid-containing products in an aqueous medium which contain 5 - 80% by weight of phos-pholipids and 3 - 10% by weight of one or more compounds of the general formula their preparation and their use, for example as additives for improving plant treatment agents.

Device for detecting an obstacle by means of intersecting planes and detection method using such a device

The invention relates to an obstacle detection device which is intended to be fitted to a mobile vehicle able to move parallel to a reference plane, and according to the invention, the device comprises: at least two emitters of electromagnetic beams which are able to form two virtual planes in two different directions that are able to intersect one another and intersect a potential obstacle, at least one image sensor able to produce an image of the intersection of the virtual planes and of the potential obstacle, an image analysis means able to determine the presence of an obstacle, configured to compare the image with a reference image. The invention also relates to a detection method employing such a device.

Fusion proteins, recombinant bacteria, and exosporium fragments for plant health

The present invention relates to a fusion protein having a targeting sequence, exosporium protein, or exosporium protein fragment that targets the fusion protein to the exosporium of a recombinant Bacillus cereus family member and a pectinase enzyme, wherein the pectinase is a pectate lyase from Bacillus spp. having any of SEQ ID NOs: 213-217 and 222-226 or a polygalaturonase from Aspergillus niger or certain Bacillus species that can have any of SEQ ID NOs: 210-212, 218-221, and 227. The present invention also provides a recombinant Bacillus cereus family member that expresses such fusion protein and exosporium fragments derived from such recombinant Bacillus cereus family member. Methods of using such recombinant Bacillus cereus family members or exosporium fragments derived therefrom for plant growth promotion are also provided.

Methods and systems for spatially identifying abnormal cells

The present invention provides compositions and methods for imaging tumor resections.

Pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of tumor diseases

The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one active compound having cytostatic activity, at least one biological electron acceptor and customary pharmaceutical additives, and to its use for the treatment of tumor diseases, in particular for the treatment of cancer.

MODULAR SYSTEM OF VENTILATED FAÇADE WITH CERAMIC COATING (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Ventilated façade system with ceramic cladding, comprising a supporting substructure formed by vertical posts that are fixed to the façade of the building, at least one ceramic piece with an exterior finish that is mechanically anchored to the posts, where each ceramic piece comprises a plurality of air inlet and outlet openings; a ventilation chamber generated between the ceramic pieces and the façade; at least one gate module that is arranged between the internal face of the ceramic piece and the facade; and at least one ventilation module comprising at least one duct that is in connection with an internal ventilation equipment of the building, where the direct solar radiation that falls on the ceramic pieces heats the air that circulates through the ventilation chamber; and where, in addition, the exterior of the façade may comprise an insulation layer. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of tumor diseases

The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one active compound having cytostatic activity, at least one biological electron acceptor and customary pharmaceutical additives, and to its use for the treatment of tumor diseases, in particular for the treatment of cancer.

Automated cell processing methods, modules, instruments, and systems

METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING THE OUTPUT OF AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND DEVICE FOR CARRYING OUT SAID METHOD

SELON CE PROCEDE D'OPTIMISATION DU RENDEMENT D'UN MOTEUR A COMBUSTION INTERNE 1 DANS LEQUEL ON DETERMINE LA QUANTITE DE CARBURANT INJECTEE DANS LES DIFFERENTS CYLINDRES 1A-1F PENDANT UN CYCLE DE TRAVAIL, LE RENDEMENT POUR CHAQUE CYLINDRE EST DETERMINE DANS UNE UNITE DE REGLAGE 12 A PARTIR DE LA PRESSION DES GAZ ET DE LA QUANTITE DE CARBURANT DETERMINEE A PARTIR DE LA DUREE D'INJECTION, ET A PARTIR DE LA LE RENDEMENT DU MOTEUR QUI, EN ASSOCIATION AVEC UNE VALEUR DU TRAVAIL LIBERE, PERMETTENT DE DETERMINER LA QUANTITE DE CARBURANT POUR LE CYCLE SUIVANT DE TRAVAIL, LA QUANTITE DE CARBURANT ASSOCIEE A CHAQUE CYLINDRE ETANT DETERMINEE A PARTIR DE DONNEES CORRIGEES. APPLICATION NOTAMMENT A L'OPTIMISATION DU RENDEMENT DE MOTEURS A INJECTION. ACCORDING TO THIS PROCEDURE FOR OPTIMIZING THE EFFICIENCY OF AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE 1 IN WHICH THE QUANTITY OF FUEL INJECTED INTO THE DIFFERENT CYLINDERS 1A-1F DURING A WORKING CYCLE IS DETERMINED, THE EFFICIENCY FOR EACH CYLINDER IN ONE IS DETERMINED. 12 FROM THE PRESSURE OF THE GASES AND THE QUANTITY OF FUEL DETERMINED FROM THE DURATION OF INJECTION, AND FROM THE EFFICIENCY OF THE ENGINE WHICH, IN ASSOCIATION WITH A FREE WORK VALUE, ALLOWS TO DETERMINE THE QUANTITY OF FUEL FOR THE FOLLOWING WORK CYCLE, THE QUANTITY OF FUEL ASSOCIATED WITH EACH CYLINDER BEING DETERMINED FROM CORRECTED DATA. APPLICATION IN PARTICULAR TO THE OPTIMIZATION OF THE EFFICIENCY OF INJECTION ENGINES.

Methods for promoting plant health using free enzymes and microorganisms that overexpress enzymes

Methods for stimulating plant growth and/or promoting plant health using free enzymes or recombinant microorganisms that overexpress enzymes are provided. Plant seeds coated with free enzymes or recombinant microorganisms that overexpress enzymes are also provided. Compositions comprising a fertilizer and an enzyme or a recombinant microorganism that overexpresses an enzyme are provided. Modified enzymes having ACC deaminase activity, recombinant microorganisms expressing the modified enzymes, plant seeds treated with the modified enzymes or recombinant microorganisms, and methods for stimulating plant growth and/or promoting plant health using the modified enzymes or recombinant microorganisms are also provided.

Biomarkers for predicting degree of weight loss

Biomarkers for predicting weight loss The present invention provides amethod for predicting the degree of weight loss attainable by applying one or more dietary interventions to a subject, said method comprising; determining the level of one or more biomarkers in one or more samples obtained from the subject, wherein the one or more biomarkers include vitamin K-dependent protein C.

Automated cell processing methods, modules, instruments, and systems

In an illustrative embodiment, automated multi-module cell editing instruments are provided to automate multiple edits into nucleic acid sequences inside one or more cells.

Articulated cover for the protection of a swimming pool surface

La couverture pour une piscine est constituée d'une série de modules de base juxtaposés et assemblés entre eux par jonction de leurs bords longitudinaux, chaque module de base étant formé de trois éléments rectilignes longitudinaux (8), (9) et (10), chaque élément latéral d'extrémité (9) et (10) présentant le long de son bord longitudinal libre un moyen d'assemblage avec l'élément d'extrémité correspondant du module de base adjacent, et deux éléments rectilignes consécutifs étant articulés entre eux par une articulation linéaire (16) du type charnière disposée en position inférieure de leurs bords longitudinaux en regard, la partie supérieure de ces mêmes bords présentant une conformation linéaire arrondie (19),(20) et (23),(24) en saillie formant par contact entre eux une butée de limitation du mouvement de basculement vers le haut de ces éléments consécutifs. The cover for a swimming pool consists of a series of juxtaposed basic modules assembled together by joining their longitudinal edges, each basic module being formed of three longitudinal rectilinear elements (8), (9) and (10), each end lateral element (9) and (10) having, along its free longitudinal edge, means of assembly with the corresponding end element of the adjacent base module, and two consecutive rectilinear elements being hinged together by a linear articulation (16) of the hinge type disposed in the lower position of their longitudinal edges opposite, the upper part of these same edges having a rounded linear conformation (19), (20) and (23), (24) projecting forming by contact between them a limit stop of the upward tilting movement of these consecutive elements. Cette invention intéresse les fabricants de dispositifs de protection et de sécurité pour piscines. This invention is of interest to manufacturers of protective and safety devices for swimming pools.

Instruments, modules, and methods for improved detection of edited sequences in live cells

The present disclosure provides instruments, modules and methods for improved detection of edited cells following nucleic acid-guided nuclease genome editing. The disclosure provides improved automated instruments that perform methods — including high throughput methods — for screening cells that have been subjected to editing and identifying cells that have been properly edited.

A floating wind turbine platform

The disclosure relates to a floating wind turbine platform, comprising: a substantially triangular hull configurable to support a wind turbine tower; the hull comprising a first, second and third column, the first, second and third columns being connected by a first, second and third pontoon member, as well as by a first, second and third connector.

Magnetorheological fluid formulation.

La invención presentada comprende la composición química de un fluido magnetoreológico que tiene las propiedades de cambiar su viscosidad, elasticidad y resistencia al corte en presencia de un campo magnético. Dicha composición química comprende el uso de un caucho de silicón como medio base, el cual es parcialmente vulcanizado por medio de un agente catalizador a temperatura ambiente, en el cual se dispersan partículas magnéticas esféricas en escala micrométrica. Los resultados obtenidos de esta formulación son una mejora en propiedades como el ajuste en el rango de viscosidad en ausencia de campo magnético por medio de un agente diluyente, una mayor estabilidad del fluido manetoreologico, al reducir la sedimentación de la partículas magnéticas, lo cual le permite una extensión en la vida útil del fluido magenoreologico para distintas aplicaciones, como por ejemplo en la industria biomédica, en prótesis; en la industria automotriz, como por ejemplo en amortiguadores y sistemas de suspensión para la reducción de vibraciones.

Alcoholic aqueous gel-type phospholipid composition, its use and topical preparations containing it

An alcoholic, aqueous gel-like phospholipid composition is disclosed which contains, as alcohols, ethanol, l-propanol or 2-propanol, which is characterized in that this composition is a liposomal gel composed of 15.00 to 30.00 parts by weight of a phospholipid concentrate, 14.00 to 20.00 parts by weight of alcohol and 50 to 71.00 parts by weight of an aqueous solution as the remainder. The use of this phospholipid composition for the preparation of liposomal solutions by dilution with a solution and topical preparations which contain these solutions are additionally disclosed.

Composition suitable for production of rigid polyurethane or polyisocyanurate foams

The present invention relates to a composition suitable for production of rigid polyurethane or polyisocyanurate foams, said composition comprising at least one isocyanate component, at least one polyol component, at least one foam stabilizer, at least one urethane and/or isocyanurate catalyst, optionally water and/or blowing agent, and optionally at least one flame retardant and/or further additives, which comprises at least two different varieties 1 and 2 of polyether siloxanes as foam stabilizers, and to the use of this composition for production of foamed polyurethane or polyisocyanurate materials, preferably rigid foams.

Pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of tumor diseases

Systems and methods for processing digital images for radiation therapy

Systems and methods are disclosed for predicting a resistance index associated with a tumor and surrounding tissue, comprising receiving one or more digital images of a pathology specimen, receiving additional information about a patient and/or a disease associated with the pathology specimen, determining at least one target region of the one or more digital images for analysis and removing a non-relevant region of the one or more digital images, applying a machine learning system to the one or more digital images to determine a resistance index for the target region of the one or more digital images, the machine learning system having been trained using a plurality of training images to predict the resistance index for the target region using a plurality of images of pathology specimens, and outputting the resistance index corresponding to the target region.