Washer Such As A Dishwasher Or A Washing Machine And Method For Operating A Washer

The invention relates to methods for operating a washer, and in preferred embodiments to a washer having a water tank that is integrally, preferably detachably, formed with the washer, wherein the washer comprises a washing chamber for accommodating goods to be cleaned, said washing chamber having in its lower portion a sump for collecting water during operation of the washer, a water inlet, a circulating pump for circulating water through the washing chamber, and a control unit for controlling a washing cycle carried out by the washer. In accordance with the invention, in this method water is fed via the water inlet into the sump; the pressure within an inlet or outlet conduit of the circulating pump is measured; and based on the pressure measurement the washing cycle is controlled and/or indicator signals are issued to a user of the washer.

Washer, Such As A Dishwasher Or A Washing Machine, And Method For Operating A Washer

The invention relates to a method for operating a washer which comprises a washing chamber for accommodating goods to be cleaned, said washing chamber having in its lower portion a sump for collecting water during operation of the washer, a water inlet connected to a water tank, preferably to a water tank that is integrally, still preferably detachably, formed with the dishwasher, a pump for circulating water through the washing chamber, and a control unit for controlling a washing process carried out by the washer. In accordance dance with a first embodiment of the method of the invention, in this method: water is fed from the tank into the sump by the action of the hydrostatic pressure prevailing within the tank; the pressure within the sump or close to the sump is measured; and based on the pressure measurement the speed of the water flow is monitored and the filling level of the tank is determined, and at least one parameter and/or step of the washing process is controlled and/or indicator signals are issued to a user of the washer. 1. A method for operating a washer which comprises a washing chamber for accommodating goods to be cleaned , said washing chamber having in its lower portion a sump for collecting water during operation of the washer , a water inlet connected to a water tank that is detachably formed with the dishwasher , a pump for circulating water through the washing chamber , and a control unit for controlling a washing process carried out by the washer , in which method in subsequent steps:water is fed from the tank into the sump by the action of the hydrostatic pressure prevailing within the water tank;the pressure within the sump or close to the sump is measured by a pressure sensor; andbased on the pressure measurement the speed of the water flow is monitored and the filling level of the tank is determined, and at least one parameter and/or step of the washing process is controlled and/or indicator signals are issued to a user of the washer.2 ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING TURBINE EFFICIENCY

A method of controlling turbine efficiency in a turbo unit provided on an internal combustion engine includes providing a flow of gas in an area upstream a turbine at a direction different to the flow of exhaust gases in the same area, regulating the flow by a valve, and controlling the valve from a control unit having at least boost pressure and/or EGR flow as input parameters. 1. A method of controlling turbine efficiency in a turbo unit for an internal combustion engine , comprising:providing a flow of gas in an area upstream a turbine rotor at a direction different to the flow of exhaust gases in the same area,regulating the flow by a valve,controlling the valve from a control unit having at least boost pressure and/or EGR flow as input parameters.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising providing in the area a plurality of outlets for the flow of gas.3. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising providing an on-off valve in each of the outlets.4. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising providing a variable valve in each of the outlets.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising providing the valve outside a turbo unit housing.6. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising integrating the valve in a turbo unit housing.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the flow of gases from a volute of the turbo unit.8. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the flow of gases from an exhaust gas manifold.9. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the flow of gases from an outlet downstream of a compressor of the turbo unit or from an external compressor tank.10. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the turbo unit with adjustable vanes, andproviding the flow of gas in a vane less space at least partially downstream the vanes and upstream the turbine.11. A system for controlling turbine efficiency in a turbo unit for an ...

TURBOCHARGER BOOST CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GEAR SHIFTS

A method includes: retarding spark timing relative to a predetermined spark timing when an engine torque output reduction is requested for a gear shift; estimating a first torque output of an engine based on N cylinders of the engine being fueled, an engine speed, an air per cylinder (APC), and the predetermined spark timing; estimating a second torque output of the engine based on M cylinders being fueled, the engine speed, the APC, and the spark timing. determining an initial pressure ratio across a turbocharger compressor; determining an adjustment based on M and the first and second torque outputs; generating a desired pressure ratio across the turbocharger compressor based on the adjustment and the initial pressure ratio; and controlling opening of a turbocharger wastegate based on the desired pressure ratio. N is a total number of cylinders of the engine and M is less than or equal to N. 1. A system for a vehicle , comprising:a spark control module that retards spark timing relative to a predetermined spark timing when an engine torque output reduction is requested for a gear shift;a torque estimation module that estimates a first torque output of an engine based on N cylinders of the engine being fueled, an engine speed, an air per cylinder (APC), and the predetermined spark timing and that estimates a second torque output of the engine based on M cylinders being fueled, the engine speed, the APC, and the spark timing, wherein N is equal to a total number of cylinders of the engine and M is one of less than and equal to N;an initial ratio determination module that determines an initial pressure ratio across a turbocharger compressor;an adjustment determination module that determines an adjustment based on M and the first and second torque outputs;a desired ratio determination module that generates a desired pressure ratio across the turbocharger compressor based on the adjustment and the initial pressure ratio; anda boost actuator module that controls opening ...

IMMOBILISED BIOLOGICAL ENTITIES

There is described inter alia a device having a surface comprising a layered coating wherein the outer coating layer comprises a plurality of cationic hyperbranched polymer molecules characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1,500 to 1,000,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 80:1 and (iv) functional end groups, whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto. 1. A device having a surface comprising a layered coating wherein the outer coating layer comprises a plurality of cationic hyperbranched polymer molecules characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1 ,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1 ,500 to 1 ,000 ,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 80:1 and (iv) functional end groups , whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto.2. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the anti-coagulant entities are heparin moieties.3. A device according to claim 2 , wherein the heparin moieties are full length (native) heparin moieties.4. A device according to claim 2 , wherein the heparin moieties are nitrous acid degraded heparin moieties.5. A device according to wherein the heparin moieties are single point attached to the hyperbranched polymer molecules.6. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the heparin moieties are attached to the hyperbranched polymer molecules via the reducing end of the heparin moiety.7. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the hyperbranched polymer is selected from polyamidoamine claim 1 , polypropyleneimine claim 1 , polyethyleneimine and polyamine polymers and copolymers comprising one or more of polyamidoamine claim 1 , polypropyleneimine claim 1 , polyethyleneimine and polyamine hyperbranched polymers.8. A device according to ...

Bus control for a domestic appliance

A domestic appliance ( 1 ) with a bus ( 2 ) is disclosed. A plurality of modules ( 3 ) are connected to the bus, each controlling an operational component ( 4 ). Initial programming of the modules may take place from a single connection point ( 61 ). The modules may be configured to control the domestic appliance jointly and non-hierarchically. Suitably, all modules are identical up to content of a data memory provided therein.

BUS CONTROL FOR A DOMESTIC APPLIANCE

A domestic appliance () with a bus () is disclosed. A plurality of modules () are connected to the bus, each controlling an operational component (). Initial programming of the modules may take place from a single connection point (). The modules may be configured to control the domestic appliance jointly and non-hierarchically. Suitably, all modules are identical up to content of a data memory provided therein. 1. A combined control/connector , which comprises:a processing means;a memory for storing instructions executable by the processing means; anda connecting means for connecting an operational component of a domestic appliance, said connecting means being communicatively coupled to the processing means,wherein the combined control/connector is adapted to form a network comprising at least one further combined control/connector communicatively coupled to it via a bus in a domestic appliance;wherein the combined control/connector is adapted, at initiation of the network, to:i) determine the identity of an operational component connected to the connecting means and to assume a label identifying the operational component;ii) receive, via the bus, a non-specified communication containing instructions executable by the processing means and store these in the memory; andiii) receive, via the bus, a communication which is specified by the label identifying the operational component and contains instructions executable by the processing means and store these in the memory; andwherein the combined control/connector is adapted, after initiation of the network, to cooperate with a further combined control/connector in the network.2. (canceled)3. The combined control/connector of claim 1 , adapted to cooperate claim 1 , after initiation of the network claim 1 , with at least one other combined control/connector in the network in order to control the domestic appliance claim 1 , and to achieve this claim 1 , to interact with the operational component.4. The combined control ...

BUS CONTROL FOR A DOMESTIC APPLIANCE

A domestic appliance () with a bus () is disclosed. A plurality of modules () are connected to the bus, each controlling an operational component (). Initial programming of the modules may take place from a single connection point (). The modules may be configured to control the domestic appliance jointly and non-hierarchically. Suitably, all modules are identical up to content of a data memory provided therein. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. A method of non-hierarchically controlling a domestic appliance comprising a plurality of operational components connected via combined control/connectors , which each combined control/connector comprises:a processing means;a memory for storing instructions executable by the processing means;a connecting means communicatively coupled to the processing means, for connecting an operational component of the domestic appliance; andadditional hardware communicatively coupled to the processing means,wherein all combined control/connectors have identical processing means, memory, connecting means and additional hardware, and are distinguishable only with respect to memory content,which combined control/connectors are in turn communicatively interconnected via a bus,the method including the following steps:at a first combined control/connector:A1) initiating an operational phase by interacting with an operational component connected to the first combined control/connector;A2) terminating the operational phase; andA3) transmitting a communication that the operational phase is terminated to a second combined control/connector;at a second combined control/connector:B1) receiving the communication from the first combined control/connector;B2) initiating, responsive to the communication from the first combined control/connector, an operational phase by interacting with an operational component connected to the second combined control/connector; andB3) terminating the operational phase.6. The method of claim 5 , ...

DYNAMIC DISTRIBUTION OF TARGET SELECTION ALGORITHMS

Methods of distributing a selection algorithm that selects a target server component from among a plurality of server components having a same functionality type include receiving notifications from the plurality of server components indicating addresses at which the plurality of server components can be contacted, receiving a selection algorithm that is to be used by a client component for selecting the target server component from among the plurality of server components, and associating the selection algorithm with the functionality type. The methods may further include receiving a message from the client component requesting addresses of server components having the functionality type, sending the addresses of the plurality of server components to the client component, and sending the selection algorithm to the client component. 1. A method of distributing a selection algorithm that selects a target server component from among a plurality of server components having a same functionality type , the method comprising:receiving notifications from the plurality of server components indicating addresses at which the plurality of server components can be contacted;receiving a selection algorithm that is to be used by a client component for selecting the target server component from among the plurality of server components having the same functionality type;associating the selection algorithm with the functionality type;receiving a message from the client component requesting addresses of server components having the functionality type;responsive to the functionality type specified in the message from the client component matching the functionality type of the plurality of server components, sending the addresses of the plurality of server components to the client component; andsending the selection algorithm to the client component.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the notifications from the server components indicate that the plurality of functional components are ...

MULTI-PATH TRANSMISSION CONTROL PROTOCOL PROXY SERVICE

A method of providing multi-path proxy services includes receiving a first transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP) connection request from a client device at a proxy server, the connection request specifying that the client device is capable of establishing a multi-path TCP/IP connection, establishing a single path TCP/IP connection from the proxy server to a serving node in response to receiving the connection request, establishing first and second TCP/IP connections between the proxy server and the client device as multi-path TCP/IP sub-flows between the proxy server and the client device, and proxying communications between the client device and the serving node over the first and second TCP/IP connections as multipath TCP/IP sub-flows between the client device and the proxy server and the single path TCP/IP connection between the proxy server and the serving node. 1. A method of providing multi-path proxy services , comprising:receiving a first transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP) connection request from a client device at a proxy server, the connection request specifying that the client device is capable of establishing a multi-path TCP/IP connection;establishing a single path TCP/IP connection from the proxy server to a serving node in response to receiving the connection request;establishing first and second TCP/IP connections between the proxy server and the client device as multi-path TCP/IP sub-flows between the proxy server and the client device; andproxying communications between the client device and the serving node over the first and second TCP/IP connections as multipath TCP/IP sub-flows between the client device and the proxy server and the single path TCP/IP connection between the proxy server and the serving node.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising receiving a multipath connection request from the client device claim 1 , wherein the second TCP/IP connection is established in response to the multipath ...

Hierarchical Delegation and Reservation of Lookup Keys

A method of reserving lookup keys in a computer communication system including a hierarchy of key manager nodes includes receiving a first reservation request at a first key manager node at a first level of the hierarchy of key manager nodes. The first reservation request requests reservation of a lookup key. The methods include determining whether or not the first key manager node has authority to grant the reservation request, and, in response to determining that the first key manager node does not have authority to grant the reservation request, sending a second reservation request requesting reservation of the lookup key to a second key manager node that is at a second level of the hierarchy of key manager nodes. 1. A method of reserving lookup keys in a computer communication system including a hierarchy of key manager nodes , the method comprising:receiving a first reservation request at a first key manager node at a first level of the hierarchy of key manager nodes, the first reservation request requesting reservation of a lookup key;determining whether or not the first key manager node has authority to grant the reservation request; andin response to determining that the first key manager node does not have authority to grant the reservation request, sending a second reservation request requesting reservation of the lookup key to a second key manager node that is at a second level of the hierarchy of key manager nodes.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving a delegation of authority to grant the reservation request from the second key manager node; andin response to receiving the delegation of authority, granting the reservation request.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:in response to determining that the first key manager node has authority to grant the reservation request, granting the reservation request and sending a response to the reservation request confirming reservation of the lookup key.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein ...

BATTERY-POWERED DOSING DEVICE

Dosing device () for dispensing a specified vol″ ume of liquid, comprising an electromagnet () and being adapted to hold a pump () with a magnetisable pumping member () displaceable under the action of the electromagnet when the pump is held by the dosing device. The dosing device further comprises a portable voltage source () adapted to energise the electromagnet by repeated current pulses and to measure the current intensity at least once per pulse, thereby estimating the charge amount in each pulse, until a total charge amount corresponding to the speci″ fled volume of liquid to be dispensed has been supplied. A method including pulse-wise activation of an electromagnet actuating a pump having a magnetisable pumping member is also disclosed. 1112132152110130150111131151113133153. A method of dispensing a specified volume (V) of liquid using a pump (; ; ) comprising a magnetisable pumping member (; ; ) , which is displaceable under the action of an electromagnet (; ; ) energisable by a portable voltage source (; ; ) , the method comprising the steps of:{'sub': 'tot', '(i) defining a total charge amount (Q) corresponding to the specified volume of liquid;'}(ii) energising the electromagnet by connecting it to the voltage source during a pulse;{'sub': m,n', 'm, '(iii) performing at least one current measurement (I) during the pulse and estimating, based thereon, the charge amount supplied (Q); and'}(iv) repeating steps (ii) and (iii) until the total charge amount has been supplied.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein each pulse has a predefined maximum duration (T).3. A method according to claim 2 , wherein a pulse is interrupted prematurely if the current is below a predefined minimum threshold current (I).4. A method according to claim 2 , wherein a pulse is interrupted prematurely if a predefined maximum per-pulse charge amount (Q) has been supplied.5. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the interval between two consecutive pulses has a predefined ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING TURBINE EFFICIENCY

A method of controlling turbine efficiency in a turbo unit provided on an internal combustion engine includes providing a flow of gas in an area upstream a turbine at a direction different to the flow of exhaust gases in the same area, regulating the flow by a valve, and controlling the valve from a control unit having at least boost pressure and/or EGR flow as input parameters. 1. A method of controlling turbine efficiency in a turbo unit for an internal combustion engine , comprising:providing a flow of gas in an area upstream a turbine rotor at a direction different to the flow of exhaust gases in the same area,regulating the flow by a valve,controlling the valve from a control unit having at least boost pressure and/or EGR flow as input parameters.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising providing in the area a plurality of outlets for the flow of gas.3. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising providing an on-off valve in each of the outlets.4. The method according to claim 2 , further comprising providing a variable valve in each of the outlets.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising providing the valve outside a turbo unit housing.6. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising integrating the valve in a turbo unit housing.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the flow of gases from a volute of the turbo unit.8. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the flow of gases from an exhaust gas manifold.9. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the flow of gases from an outlet downstream of a compressor of the turbo unit or from an external compressor tank.10. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing the turbo unit with adjustable vanes, andproviding the flow of gas in a vane less space at least partially downstream the vanes and upstream the turbine.11. A system for controlling turbine efficiency in a turbo unit for an ...

COMPUTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A FUNCTIONAL IPV6 ADDRESS OF A POD

Computing device and method for generating a functional IPv6 address of a pod. The computing device stores at least one namespace, at least one associated pod type for each namespace, and an IPv6 base prefix. A namespace is selected among the at least one namespace and a pod type is selected among the at least one pod type associated to the selected namespace. The computing device creates a pod corresponding to the selected namespace and pod type. The computing device generates a pod identifier which uniquely identifies the pod at the computing device level. The computing device generates a namespace field based on the selected namespace and a pod type field based on the selected pod type. The computing device generates a functional IPv6 address of the pod by combining at least the IPv6 base prefix, the namespace field, the pod type field, and the pod identifier. 1. A computing device comprising:memory for storing at least one namespace, at least one associated pod type for each namespace, and an Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) base prefix; and selecting a namespace among the at least one namespace;', 'selecting a pod type among the at least one pod type associated to the selected namespace;', 'creating a pod corresponding to the selected namespace and the selected pod type;', 'generating a pod identifier for the pod, the pod identifier uniquely identifying the pod at the computing device level;', 'generating a namespace field based on the selected namespace;', 'generating a pod type field based on the selected pod type; and', 'generating a functional IPv6 address of the pod by combining at least the IPv6 base prefix, the namespace field, the pod type field, and the pod identifier., 'a processing unit comprising at least one processor for2. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the functional IPv6 address begins with the IPv6 base prefix claim 1 , followed by the namespace field claim 1 , optionally followed by a padding field claim 1 , followed by the pod ...

METHOD AND COMPUTING DEVICES FOR ENFORCING PACKET ORDER BASED ON PACKET MARKING

Method and computing devices for enforcing packet order based on packet marking. Upon occurrence of a link failure, a first device reallocates traffic initially forwarded through the failed link to an alternative link and marks the reallocated traffic with a first flag. Upon recovery of the failed link, the reallocated traffic is forwarded again through the recovered link and marked with a second flag different from the first flag. A second device calculates a reference inter-packet time for received traffic marked with the first flag. For received traffic marked with the second flag, the second device calculates a current inter-packet time. The current inter-packet time is compared with the reference inter-packet time, to determine if the traffic marked with the second flag shall be forwarded immediately or if the forwarding shall be delayed. 1. A computing device comprising:a plurality of communication interfaces providing access to a corresponding plurality of communication links; and transmitting IP packets of an IP flow via a first communication interface among the plurality of communication interfaces providing access to a corresponding first communication link among the plurality of communication links;', 'determining a failure of the first communication link;', 'upon the determination of the failure, marking the IP packets of the IP flow with a first flag and transmitting the IP packets of the IP flow via a second communication interface among the plurality of communication interfaces providing access to a corresponding second communication link among the plurality of communication links;', 'determining a recovery of the first communication link; and', 'upon the determination of the recovery, marking the IP packets of the IP flow with a second flag different from the first flag and transmitting the IP packets of the IP flow via the first communication interface providing access to the corresponding first communication link., 'a processing unit for2. The ...

IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE

According to the invention there is provided inter alia an implantable medical device with coatings comprising an immobilized heparin moiety and elutable paclitaxel and to methods for making such devices. 1. An implantable medical device with a surface having a coating comprising:a first coating layer comprising an immobilized heparin moiety and a second particulate coating layer comprising elutable paclitaxel and at least one organic additive, wherein at least a portion of the second particulate coating layer is in contact with at least a portion of the first coating layer.2. An implantable medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the medical device is a tubular medical device.3. An implantable medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the first coating layer comprises a polymer.4. An implantable medical device according to claim 3 , wherein the heparin moiety is covalently attached to the polymer.5. An implantable medical device according to or claim 4 , wherein the polymer is a cationic polymer.6. An implantable medical device according to claim 5 , wherein the first coating layer comprises one or more coating bilayers of cationic polymer and anionic polymer claim 5 , the innermost layer being a layer of cationic polymer and the outermost layer being the layer of cationic polymer to which the heparin moiety is covalently attached.7. An implantable medical device according to claim 3 , wherein the heparin moiety is covalently end-point attached to the polymer and wherein the end-point attached heparin moiety is connected through its reducing end.8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. An implantable medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the or each organic additive is non-polymeric and hydrolytically stable.11. (canceled)12. An implantable medical device according to claim 1 , wherein at least a proportion of the second particulate coating layer comprising paclitaxel and at least one organic additive melts as a single phase at a lower temperature than the ...

COMPUTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING THE TUNNELING OF IP PACKETS

Computing devices and methods for transmitting and receiving optimized tunneling IP packets. At the entry point of a tunnel, an IP packet comprising at least one header is received. If data comprised in one of the at least one header of the received IP packet are redundant with data comprised in one or more tunneling header of a tunneling IP packet, then the redundant header is removed from the received IP packet. The tunneling IP packet encapsulating the received IP packet (with its redundant header removed) is transmitted. A header removal field is positioned in the tunneling IP packet to indicate the positive determination of redundancy. At the exit point of the tunnel, the tunneling IP packet is received. The header removal field and the one or more tunneling header of the tunneling IP packet are used for identifying the previous determination of redundancy and recreating the removed header. 1. A computing device comprising:a communication interface; and receiving via the communication interface an Internet Protocol (IP) packet comprising at least one header;', 'generating one or more tunneling header of a tunneling IP packet for tunneling the received IP packet;', 'determining if data comprised in one of the at least one header of the received IP packet are redundant with data comprised in the one or more tunneling header of the tunneling IP packet;', 'if the determination is positive, removing the header comprising the redundant data from the received IP packet and setting the value of a header removal field in one of the one or more tunneling header of the tunneling IP packet to indicate the positive determination of redundancy;', 'if the determination is negative, positioning the value of the header removal field to indicate the negative determination of redundancy; and', 'generating the tunneling IP packet comprising the one or more tunneling header, the generation of the tunneling IP packet including encapsulating the received IP packet into the tunneling ...

DRUG COMPOSITION AND COATING

According to the invention there is provided inter alia a medical device for delivering a paclitaxel to a tissue, the device the device having a coating layer applied to a surface of the device, the coating layer comprising components i), ii) and iii), wherein 1. A medical device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a tissue , the device having a coating layer applied to a surface of the device , the coating layer comprising components i) , ii) and iii) , whereincomponent i) is a therapeutic agent which is paclitaxel; andcomponent ii) is urea or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or a urea derivative or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; andcomponent iii) is succinic acid, glutaric acid or caffeine, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of any one thereof.2. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the coating layer comprises a mixture of components i) claim 1 , ii) and iii).3. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein component iii) is succinic acid.4. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein component iii) is glutaric acid.5. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein component iii) is caffeine.7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein component ii) is methylurea claim 1 , ethylurea claim 1 , propylurea claim 1 , butylurea claim 1 , pentylurea claim 1 , or octylurea.11. (canceled)12. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the proportion of component i) in the coating layer is 10-95% by weight claim 1 , such as 40-90% claim 1 , 50-90% claim 1 , 60-90% claim 1 , 70-90% or 75-85% by weight claim 1 , the proportion of component ii) in the coating layer is 1-95% by weight claim 1 , such as 5-80% claim 1 , 5-50% claim 1 , 5-30% claim 1 , 5-20% or 5-15% by weight claim 1 , and the proportion of component iii) in the coating layer is 1-95% by weight claim 1 , such as 5-80% claim 1 , 5-50% claim 1 , 5-30% claim 1 , 5-20% or 5-15% by weight.13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. A ...

METHOD AND MEANS FOR MOWING LAWNS

A system, for cutting a plurality of lawns, including: A) two or more robotic lawn mowers which each has a rechargeable energy storage, and B) a carrier, which includes: a) at least two holders, each of which is capable of retaining one of the two or more robotic lawn mowers and b) a charging system for the rechargeable energy storage. Also provided is the carrier as such and a method in which the system and the carrier can be used. The mowers are typically battery powered. 1. A system for cutting grass of a plurality of lawns , the system comprising:A) two or more robotic lawn mowers each having a respective rechargeable energy storage, each of the two or more robotic lawn mowers being operable, via consumption of energy from the rechargeable energy storage, to cut grass at a respective one of the plurality of lawns;B) a mobile carrier configured to transport the two or more robotic lawn mowers to and from the plurality of lawns;C) two or more fence areas, each fence area delineating an individual lawn of the plurality of lawns and configured to be operable while a respective one of the two or more robotic lawn mowers is operating at the respective one of the plurality of lawns, and a) a first part fixed at the respective lawn, and', 'b) a second part which is separate from the first part; and, 'D) two or more power arrangements, each power arrangement being associated with a respective fence area and comprisingE) a control system configured to identify a respective robotic lawn mower, and pair the respective robotic lawn mower with a respective lawn to be mowed by the respective robotic lawn mower.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the mobile carrier comprises at least two holders claim 1 , each of the at least two holders being configured to retain a respective one of the two or more robotic lawn mowers.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least two holders comprise a first holder vertically stacked above a second holder.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein ...

RAPIDLY DISINTEGRATING SOLID ORAL DOSAGE FORMS CONTAINING DASATINIB

The instant application relates to the field of pharmaceutical compositions comprising dasatinb. Furthermore, the instant application relates to a method of treating proliferative disorders in a patient in need thereof, comprising administering a therapeutically effective amount of said compositions. 1. A tablet for oral administration , comprising:dasatinib 1,2-propanediol solvate, dasatinib (R)-1,2-propanediol solvate, dasatinib (S)-1,2-propanediol solvate or a combination thereof;at least one pharmaceutically acceptable excipient; anda coating layer;wherein the tablet releases at least about 60% of the dasatinib within 20 minutes when the tablet is tested in a USP Type 2 in 500 mL of 0.01 M hydrochloric acid at about 37° C. and about 75 RPM.2. The tablet of claim 1 , comprising dasatinib 1 claim 1 ,2-propanediol solvate.3. The tablet of claim 1 , comprising dasatinib (R)-1 claim 1 ,2-propanediol solvate.4. The tablet of claim 1 , comprising dasatinib (S)-1 claim 1 ,2-propanediol solvate.5. The tablet of claim 1 , wherein the amount of dasatinib is equivalent to 20 claim 1 , 50 claim 1 , 70 claim 1 , 80 claim 1 , 100 claim 1 , or 140 mg of dasatinib.6. The tablet of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pharmaceutical acceptable excipient comprises at least one filler/binder selected from a group consisting of mannitol claim 1 , microcrystalline cellulose claim 1 , lactose claim 1 , isomalt claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.7. The tablet of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pharmaceutical acceptable excipient comprises at least one filler/binder and the at least one filler/binder is present in an amount of from about 20% to about 90% by weight of the tablet.8. The tablet of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pharmaceutical acceptable excipient comprises at least one filler/binder and the at least one filler/binder is present in an amount of from about 30% to about 80% by weight of the tablet.9. The tablet of claim 1 , wherein the at least one pharmaceutical acceptable ...

SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR A SOFTWARE BUILD AND LOAD PROCESS USING A COMPILATION AND DEPLOYMENT SERVICE

Systems, methods, and computer program products for a software build and load process using a compilation and deployment service. A method for a software build and load process using a compilation and deployment service includes receiving, at the service, new software. The method further includes comparing, at the service, the received new software with data in a database, wherein the data comprises active software. The method further includes merging, at the service said new software and active software into one or more load modules based on the comparison. The method further includes deploying the one or more load modules to one or more target processing units. 1. A method for a software build and load process using a compilation and deployment service comprising:receiving, at said service, new software;comparing, at said service, said received new software with data in a database, wherein the data comprises active software;merging, at said service said new software and active software into one or more load modules based on said comparison; and,deploying said one or more load modules to one or more target processing units.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said new software is source code packaged into a container claim 1 , whereinsaid comparing step further comprises checking said source code on a source level against previously defined restraints and said active software, andsaid merging step further comprises merging and compiling said source code with said active software at said service.3. The method of claim 1 , whereinsaid new software is compiled source code packaged into a container with a new manifest describing the properties of said compiled source code,said data in said database comprises one or more existing manifest files associated with said active software; and,said comparing step further comprises extracting said new manifest and checking said new manifest against predefined constraints and said one or more existing manifests.4. The method of ...

CARBON MONOXIDE OXIDATION DEVICE

A carbon monoxide oxidation device for oxidizing carbon monoxide contained in a hydrogen rich reformat gas includes a housing, wherein the housing incorporates an oxidation catalyst, which is adapted to oxidize the carbon monoxide of the reformat gas by an oxidizing agent to carbon dioxide, includes upstream of the catalyst at least one gas inlet for providing a gas stream of at least the reformat gas into the housing, includes downstream of the catalyst a gas outlet for exiting treated gas from the housing, and incorporates a gas stream perturbation device which is arranged upstream of the catalyst and which is adapted to provide a perturbation in the gas stream, wherein the gas stream perturbation device is designed as at least one propeller-shaped plate with a plate portion having a surface facing the gas stream and at least one blade which is connected to the plate portion and has a leading edge and an effluent edge, wherein a surface defined between leading edge and effluent edge is inclined in relation to the surface of the plate portion with a predetermined blade inclination angle, thereby defining at least one opening in the plate. 1. Water gas shift reactor or preferential oxidation reactor , which purifies a carbon monoxide containing hydrogen rich reformat gas from carbon monoxide contained in the carbon monoxide containing hydrogen rich reformate gas , wherein the water gas shift reactor or the preferential oxidation reactor comprises a housing , wherein the housinga. incorporates an oxidation catalyst, which oxidizes the carbon monoxide of the carbon monoxide containing hydrogen rich reformat gas by means of an oxidizing agent to carbon dioxide,b. comprises upstream of the catalyst at least one gas inlet for providing a gas stream (B; C) of at least the carbon monoxide containing hydrogen rich reformat gas into the housing,c. comprises downstream of the catalyst a gas outlet for exiting purified hydrogen rich gas from the housing, andd. incorporates a ...

MULTIPLE PLATFORM PRINTER CONFIGURATION

The present invention relates to a printer being capable of parsing, understanding and evaluating multiple target package files that include printing resources not only for a single printer or for a single type of printer, but for multiple printers or multiple types of printers. For this purpose, the package file is augmented with platform information that is separately associated with each printer resource included in the package file. Thereby, the parser of the printer can discriminate whether or not a particular resource is applicable to itself. Consequently, only the resources such as firmware are installed that are valid and applicable to the printer. In the same manner, the resources can also be augmented with individual printer information, so as to indicate different resources to be installed on different printers, even if they are of the same type. 144.-. (canceled)45. A package file comprising:a plurality of resources for a plurality of different printers and platform information indicating a type of printer, wherein the plurality of resources include data necessary for performing printing operations on said different printers; and each of said resources in the package file being associated with platform information indicating printer types corresponding to the resource.46. The package file according to claim 45 , wherein the platform information associated with a resource is stored as an attribute of said resource.47. The package file according to claim 45 , wherein at least a part of said resources in the package file being further associated with individual printer information indicating at least one individual printer out of printers of the types of printers indicated by the platform information associated with the resource.48. The package file according to claim 47 , wherein each of said resources in the package file being further associated with type information indicating a type of said resource.49. The package file according to claim 47 , wherein ...

METHOD AND MEANS FOR MOWING LAWNS

A system, for cutting a plurality of lawns, including: A) two or more robotic lawn mowers which each has a rechargeable energy storage, and B) a carrier, which includes: a) at least two holders, each of which is capable of retaining one of the two or more robotic lawn mowers and b) a charging system for the rechargeable energy storage. Also provided is the carrier as such and a method in which the system and the carrier can be used. The mowers are typically battery powered. 119-. (canceled)20. A system intended for cutting a plurality of lawns comprising:A) two or more robotic lawn mowers which each has a rechargeable energy storage, and a) at least two holders, each of which is capable of retaining one of said two or more robotic lawn mowers, and', 'b) a charging system for said rechargeable energy storage., 'B) a mobile carrier comprising means for mobility, and also comprising21. The system of claim 20 , wherein said robotic lawn mowers have a weight in the range of 5-21 kg and at least one exhibits a WCCR-value or PA-value in the range of 0.01-0.2 kg/m/hour.22. The system of claim 20 , wherein:a) said rechargeable energy storage is a rechargeable battery, andb) said charging system is capable of connecting the holders of the carrier to an external electrical power supply system.23. The system of claim 20 , wherein every one of said two or more mowers are capable of at least one of:a) a daily effective cutting time of ≥1 hour/mower,{'sup': '2', 'b) a cutting capacity of ≥100 m/hour,'}c) a cutting time without recharging of ≥1.5 hours/mower, and{'sup': '2', 'd) cutting area without recharging of 200 m/mower.'}24. The system of claim 23 , comprising software for recharging the rechargeable batteries claim 23 , which software and rechargeable batteries are adapted to each other to optimize at least one of a) the daily effective cutting time/mower claim 23 , b) the mean cutting capacity and c) the cutting time without recharging and d) the cutting area without ...

Single-interface connector assembly for hearing device fuel cell power pack

The present invention relates to a hearing device fuel cell power pack comprising a connector part of a connector assembly for exchanging fluids between the hearing device fuel cell power pack and a hearing device docking station, the connector part comprising a moveable valve piston being adapted to move between a dosed valve position and an open valve position. The connector part forms part of a single-interface fuel cell connector assembly.

COATING FOR SUBSTRATE

There is provided inter alia a substrate with a surface having a hydrophilic coating comprising a cross-linked copolymer of components A and B, and optional components C and D; wherein 1. A substrate with a surface having a hydrophilic coating comprising a cross-linked copolymer of components A and B , and optional components C and D; wherein component A comprises one or more C-Chydrophilic monomers each bearing one or more alkene and/or alkyne groups;component B comprises one or more hydrophilic polymers each bearing two or more alkene and/or alkyne groups;component C, if present, comprises one or more beneficial agents each bearing one or more alkene or alkyne groups; andcomponent D, if present, comprises one or more low molecular weight cross-linking agents each bearing two or more functional groups independently selected from thiol, alkene and alkyne groups;wherein the cross-linked copolymer is formed by radical polymerisation involving the alkene and/or alkyne groups of components A, B and C (if present) and involving the functional groups of component D (if present);wherein the hydrophilic coating optionally comprises component E which comprises one or more beneficial agents, wherein component E does not form a copolymer with components A, B, C (if present) and D (if present);and wherein the hydrophilic coating is covalently attached to the surface of the substrate.2. A substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the covalent attachment between the surface of the substrate and the hydrophilic coating is formed via the reaction of surface-bound radicals on the surface of the substrate with a component of the hydrophilic coating claim 1 , and wherein the surface bound radicals are generated via abstraction of hydrogen atoms from the surface of the substrate.3. A substrate according to claim 1 , having a first surface priming coating of polydopamine claim 1 , to which the hydrophilic coating is covalently attached.4. A substrate according to claim 1 , wherein ...

Systems and Methods For Packet Classification

A method for packet classification. In some embodiments, the method includes instantiating a first machine; allocating a first SC to the first machine, the first SC being configured to classify a packet based on information contained in a field of a header included in the packet; instantiating a second machine; allocating a second SC to the second machine, the second SC being configured to classify a packet based on information contained in a field of a header included in the packet; monitoring the first machine to detect if the first machine is in an overload state; and in response to detecting that the first machine is in an overload state, instantiating a third machine and allocating a third SC to the third machine, the third SC being configured to classify a packet based on information contained in a field of a header included in the packet. 1. A method for packet classification , the method comprising:instantiating a first machine;allocating a first sub-classifier (SC) to the first machine, the first SC being configured to classify a packet based on information contained in a field of a header included in the packet;instantiating a second machine;allocating a second SC to the second machine, the second SC being configured to classify a packet based on information contained in a field of a header included in the packet;monitoring the first machine to detect if the first machine is in an overload state; andin response to detecting that the first machine is in an overload state, instantiating a third machine and allocating a third SC to the third machine, the third SC being configured to classify a packet based on information contained in a field of a header included in the packet.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:the first machine receiving a packet;the first SC processing the packet, wherein the processing comprises classifying the packet and decorating the packet to create a decorated packet; andthe first SC providing the decorated packet to the ...

DRUG COMPOSITION AND COATING

According to the invention there is provided inter alia a medical device for delivering a paclitaxel to a tissue, the device the device having a coating layer applied to a surface of the device, the coating layer comprising components i), ii) and iii), wherein 1. A medical device for delivering a therapeutic agent to a tissue , the device having a coating layer applied to a surface of the device , the coating layer comprising components i) , ii) and iii) , whereincomponent i) is a therapeutic agent which is paclitaxel; andcomponent ii) is urea or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or a urea derivative or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; andcomponent iii) is succinic acid, glutaric acid or caffeine, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of any one thereof.2. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the coating layer comprises a mixture of components i) claim 1 , ii) and iii).3. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein component iii) is succinic acid.4. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein component iii) is glutaric acid.5. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein component iii) is caffeine.7. A medical device according to claim 6 , wherein Rand Rare H; and/or{'sup': 3', '4', '1', '2', '3, 'wherein Rand Rare not H; or R, Rand Rare H.'}8. (canceled)9. (canceled)1091. A medical device according to claim claim 6 , wherein component ii) is methylurea claim 6 , ethylurea claim 6 , propylurea claim 6 , butylurea claim 6 , pentylurea claim 6 , or octylurea.11. (canceled)12. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the proportion of component i) in the coating layer is 10-95% by weight claim 1 , and/orwherein the proportion of component ii) in the coating layer is 1-95% by weight; and/orwherein the proportion of component iii) in the coating layer is 1-95% by weight.13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. A medical device according to claim 1 , wherein the coating layer is formed by evaporation of one or more solutions ...

Novel mesenchymal stem cell surface marker

The present invention relates to a novel glycoprotein-A repetitions predominant protein (GARP) surface marker for mesenchymal stem cells, specifically activated mesenchymal stem cells, and to a method for the isolation and/or identification of mesenchymal stem cells based on the detection of the glycoprotein-A repetitions predominant protein (GARP) surface marker. The invention also relates to mesenchymal stem cells expressing said marker and to the uses thereof.

COMPUTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING A SECURE NEIGHBOR DISCOVERY

Computing devices and method for performing a secure neighbor discovery. A local computing device transmits an encrypted local node identifier and an encrypted local challenge to a remote computing device. The remote computing device generates a local challenge response based on the local challenge; and transmits an encrypted remote node identifier and an encrypted local challenge response to the local computing device. The local computing device determines that the received local challenge response corresponds to an expected local challenge response generated based on the local challenge. The remote computing device further transmits an encrypted remote challenge. The local computing device generates a remote challenge response based on the remote challenge; and transmits an encrypted remote challenge response to the remote computing device. The remote computing device determines that the received remote challenge response corresponds to an expected remote challenge response generated based on the remote challenge. 1. A computing device comprising:a communication interface; and receiving from the remote computing device via the communication interface a discovery request message comprising an encrypted remote node identifier associated with a remote communication interface of the remote computing device and an encrypted remote challenge;', 'decrypting the encrypted remote node identifier associated with the remote communication interface of the remote computing device into a remote node identifier associated with the remote communication interface of the remote computing device;', 'decrypting the encrypted remote challenge into a remote challenge;', 'generating a remote challenge response based at least on the remote challenge;', 'determining a local node identifier for the communication interface;', 'encrypting the local node identifier of the communication interface into an encrypted local node identifier of the communication interface;', 'encrypting the remote ...

DETECTING FILTER CLOGGING

The present invention relates to a method of, and a device for, detecting clogging of a dishwasher filter. The device is arranged to drain the dishwasher on process water, measure operating current of a motor driving a dishwasher drain pump and determine whether the dishwasher filter is clogged based on the measured drain pump motor operating current. 1. A method of detecting clogging of a dishwasher filter , comprising the steps of:draining the dishwasher on process water;measuring operating current of a motor driving a dishwasher drain pump; anddetermining whether the dishwasher filter is clogged based on the measured drain pump motor operating current.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of determining whether the dishwasher filter is clogged based on the measured drain pump motor operating current comprisescomparing the measured drain pump motor operating current to a first predetermined current threshold value, wherein the filter is considered to be clogged if the measured current is below the first predetermined current threshold value.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of:comparing the measured drain pump motor operating current to a second predetermined current threshold value when a predetermined time period has expired from the start of the draining, wherein the filter is considered to be clogged if the measured current is above the second predetermined current threshold value after the predetermined time period has expired.4. The method of of claim 1 , further comprising the step of:averaging a number of measured drain pump motor operating current values over a predetermined averaging time period, wherein the filter is considered to be clogged if the average operating current is below a predetermined average current threshold value.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of:signaling, via an indicator of the dish washer, that the filter is clogged.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of: ...

WASHER SUCH AS A DISHWASHER OR A WASHING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A WASHER

The invention relates to methods for operating a washer, and in preferred embodiments to a washer having a water tank that is integrally, preferably detachably, formed with the washer, wherein the washer comprises a washing chamber for accommodating goods to be cleaned, said washing chamber having in its lower portion a sump for collecting water during operation of the washer, a water inlet, a circulating pump for circulating water through the washing chamber, and a control unit for controlling a washing cycle carried out by the washer. In accordance with the invention, in this method water is fed via the water inlet into the sump; the pressure within an inlet or outlet conduit of the circulating pump is measured; and based on the pressure measurement the washing cycle is controlled and/or indicator signals are issued to a user of the washer. 1. A method for operating a washer which comprises a washing chamber for accommodating goods to be cleaned , said washing chamber having in its lower portion a sump for collecting water during operation of the washer , a water inlet , a circulating pump for circulating water through the washing chamber , said circulating pump having a non-rotation-symmetric impeller , and a control unit for controlling a washing cycle carried out by the washer , the method comprising in subsequent steps:(a) feeding water via the water inlet into the sump;(b) measuring a pressure within the inlet conduit of the circulating pump by a pressure sensor when the circulating pump is started;(c) stopping operation of the circulating pump if the value measured in step (b) is above a predetermined value;(d) restarting the circulating pump; and(e) repeating steps (b) to (d) for a predetermined time interval or repeating steps (b) to (d) until the condition under step (c) is no longer fulfilled.2. The method of claim 1 , in which in step (c) operation of the circulating pump is stopped if the value measured in step (b) is outside a predetermined range for ...

ARRANGEMENT FOR PROVIDING A WASH ZONE

Provided herein is an arrangement for creating a wash zone with in a dishwasher washing chamber. The arrangement may include a spray arm may rotate around an axis; a water pump may feed water to the spray arm; and a support element may rotatably support the spray arm in the washing chamber. The support element may lock the spray arm in at least one position when the pressure in the water fed from the water pump via the support element to the spray arm exceeds a predetermined level. The arrangement may include a control unit arranged to control the operation of the water pump. The control unit may increase the pressure in the water fed from the water pump to the spray arm to lock the spray arm and thereby create the wash zone. A dishwasher including the arrangement and a method for controlling the dishwasher are also provided. 1. An arrangement for creating a wash zone in a washing chamber of a dishwasher , said arrangement comprising:a spray arm arranged to rotate around an axis (A);a water pump arranged to feed water to the spray arm;a support element arranged to rotatably support the spray arm in the washing chamber, said support element is arranged to lock the spray arm in at least one position within the washing chamber when the pressure in the water fed from the water pump via the support element to the spray arm exceeds a predetermined level; anda control unit arranged to control the operation of the water pump, wherein the control unit is arranged to increase the pressure in the water fed from the water pump to the spray arm to lock the spray arm and thereby create the wash zone.2. The arrangement according to claim 1 , wherein the support element comprises a first and a second element that are rotatably arranged in relation to each other when the pressure from the water pump is below the predetermined level and locked to each other when the pressure is raised above the predetermined level.3. The arrangement according to claim 2 , wherein the first element is ...

PROCESSES FOR IMMOBILISING BIOLOGICAL ENTITIES

According to the invention there is provided inter alia a process for the manufacture of a solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer wherein the outer coating layer comprises an anticoagulant entity, comprising the steps of: 1. A process for the manufacture of a solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer wherein the outer coating layer comprises an anticoagulant entity , comprising the steps of:i) treating a surface of the solid object with a cationic polymer;ii) treating the surface with an anionic polymer;iii) optionally repeating steps i) and ii) one or more times;iv) treating the surface with a cationic polymer; andv) treating the outermost layer of cationic polymer with an anticoagulant entity, thereby to covalently attach the anticoagulant entity to the outermost layer of cationic polymer;wherein,the anionic polymer is characterized by having (a) a total molecular weight of 650 kDa-10,000 kDa; and (b) a solution charge density of >4 μeq/g;and wherein,step ii) is carried out at a salt concentration of 0.25 M-5.0 M.2. A process for the manufacture of a solid object according to claim 1 , wherein the anionic polymer is dextran sulfate.3. A process for the manufacture of a solid object according to claim 1 , wherein the anionic polymer is characterized by having a total molecular weight of 750 kDa-10 claim 1 ,000 kDa.4. (canceled)5. A process for the manufacture of a solid object according to claim 1 , wherein the anionic polymer is characterized by having a solution charge density of between >4 μeq/g and 7 μeq/g.6. A process for the manufacture of a solid object according to claim 1 , wherein step ii) is carried out at a salt concentration of 0.25 M-4.0 M.7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. A process for the manufacture of a solid object according to claim 1 ,wherein the salt is selected from the group consisting of sodium chloride, sodium sulfate, sodium hydrogen phosphate ...

IMMOBILISING BIOLOGICAL ENTITIES

There is provided inter alia a solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer, wherein the outer coating layer is a layer comprising cationic polymer to which is covalently bound an anticoagulant entity; and wherein the anionic polymer is characterized by having (a) a total molecular weight of 20 kDa-650 kDa; and (b) a solution charge density of ≤4 μeq/g. 1. A solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer , wherein the outer coating layer is a layer comprising cationic polymer to which is covalently bound an anticoagulant entity;and wherein the anionic polymer is characterized by having (a) a total molecular weight of 20 kDa-650 kDa; and (b) a solution charge density of ≤4 μeq/g.2. A solid object according to obtainable by a process comprising the steps of:i) treating a surface of the solid object with a cationic polymer;ii) treating the surface with an anionic polymer;iii) optionally repeating steps i) and ii) one or more times;iv) treating the surface with a cationic polymer; andv) treating the outermost layer of cationic polymer with an anticoagulant entity, thereby to covalently attach the anticoagulant entity to the outermost layer of cationic polymer;wherein, the anionic polymer is characterized by having (a) a total molecular weight of 20 kDa-650 kDa; and (b) a solution charge density of ≤4 μeq/g.3. A process for the manufacture of a solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer claim 1 , wherein the outer coating layer comprises cationic polymer to which is covalently bound an anticoagulant entity claim 1 , comprising the steps of:i) treating a surface of the solid object with a cationic polymer;ii) treating the surface with an anionic polymer;iii) optionally repeating steps i) and ii) one or more times;iv) treating the surface with a cationic polymer; andv) treating the outermost layer of cationic polymer with an ...

ARRANGEMENT FOR A DISHWASHER FOR CREATING A WASH ZONE WITH SELECTABLE POSITION

Provided herein is an arrangement for a dishwasher for creating a wash zone with a selectable position within a washing chamber of the dishwasher. The arrangement may include a water spray arm rotatably arranged around an axis in the washing chamber, and a support element arranged to support the spray arm in the washing chamber. The support element may lock the spray arm in at least one position within the washing chamber. The arrangement may include a control unit arranged to control the operation of the dishwasher and a user interface for selecting the desired wash zone position within the washing chamber, and arranged to communicate the information to the control unit. The control unit may lock the support element in the selected position to create the wash zone. A dishwasher that includes the arrangement and a method for creating a wash zone with a selectable position are provided. 1. An arrangement a dishwasher for creating a wash zone with selectable position within a washing chamber of the dishwasher , said arrangement comprising:a water spray arm rotatably arranged around an axis (A) in the washing chamber;a support element arranged to support the spray arm the washing chamber, said support element is able to lock the spray arm in at least two different positions within the washing chamber;a control unit arranged to control the operation of the dishwasher; anda user interface for selecting the desired wash zone position within the washing chamber, which user interface is arranged to communicate the selected wash zone position information to the control unit;wherein the control unit is arranged to lock the support element in the selected position to create the wash zone.2. The arrangement according to claim 1 , further comprising: a water pump arranged to feed water to the spray arm via the support element; position detection means arranged to detect the position of the spray arm around the axis (A) claim 1 , said position detection means are connected to the ...

COMPUTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING A FABRIC DEPLOYMENT IN A DATA CENTER

Method and computing device performing a fabric deployment in a data center. The computing device stores a configuration file comprising first and second IPv6 base prefixes, and a fabric identifier. The computing device generates a host identifier, a fabric-wide IPv6 prefix by combining the first IPv6 base prefix and the fabric identifier, and a fabric-wide IPv6 address by combining the fabric-wide IPv6 prefix and the host identifier. The computing device determines a local node identifier and a local link identifier for a communication interface of the computing device. The computing device performs a (secure) neighbor discovery procedure for determining a remote node identifier and a remote link identifier for a communication interface of a remote computing device. The computing device generates a link IPv6 address based on the second IPv6 base prefix and at least some of: the local node and link identifiers, and the remote node and link identifiers. 1. A computing device for performing a fabric deployment in a data center , the computing device comprising:memory for storing a configuration file, the configuration file comprising a first Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) base prefix, a fabric identifier, and a second IPv6 base prefix;a communication interface; and determining a host identifier;', 'generating a fabric-wide IPv6 prefix by combining the first IPv6 base prefix stored in the configuration file and the fabric identifier stored in the configuration file;', 'generating a fabric-wide IPv6 address by combining the fabric-wide IPv6 prefix and the host identifier;', 'determining a local node identifier for the communication interface;', 'determining a local link identifier for the communication interface;', 'performing a neighbor discovery procedure for determining a remote node identifier and a remote link identifier for a communication interface of a remote computing device; and', 'generating a link IPv6 address based on the second IPv6 base prefix stored ...

COMPUTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A LINK IPV6 ADDRESS

Computing device (located in a fabric of a data center) and method for generating a link IPv6 address. The computing device determines a local node identifier and a local link identifier for a communication interface of the computing device. The computing device receives from a remote computing device a remote node identifier and a remote link identifier for a remote communication interface of the remote computing device. Based on a comparison of the local and remote node identifiers, the link IPv6 address is generated by using an IPv6 base prefix, the local node identifier, the remote node identifier, the local link identifier, the remote link identifier, and an indicator that the local node identifier is greater or lower than the remote node identifier. A network configuration of the computing device is performed by generating a fabric-wide IPv6 address and one or more link IPv6 address. 1. A computing device comprising:a communication interface;memory for storing a configuration file, the configuration file comprising an Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) base prefix; and determining a local node identifier for the communication interface;', 'determining a local link identifier for the communication interface;', 'receiving from a remote computing device via the communication interface a remote node identifier and a remote link identifier for a remote communication interface of the remote computing device;', 'comparing the local node identifier and the remote node identifier;', if the local node identifier is greater than the remote node identifier, combining the IPv6 base prefix stored in the configuration file, the local node identifier, the remote node identifier, the local link identifier and an indicator that the local node identifier is greater than the remote node identifier; and', 'if the local node identifier is lower than the remote node identifier, combining the IPv6 base prefix stored in the configuration file, the remote node identifier, the local ...

COMPUTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A FABRIC-WIDE IPV6 ADDRESS

Computing device and method for generating a fabric-wide IPv6 address in a data center comprising a plurality of fabrics. A configuration file is stored in a memory of a computing device. The configuration file comprises an Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) base prefix and a fabric identifier. A processing unit of the computing device determines a host identifier. The processing unit generates an IPv6 prefix, by combining the IPv6 base prefix stored in the configuration file and the fabric identifier stored in the configuration file. The processing unit generates an IPv6 address, by combining the IPv6 prefix and the host identifier. The processing unit further advertises the generated IPv6 address. 1. A computing device comprising:memory for storing a configuration file, the configuration file comprising an Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) base prefix and a fabric identifier; and determining a host identifier;', 'generating an IPv6 prefix by combining the IPv6 base prefix stored in the configuration file and the fabric identifier stored in the configuration file; and', 'generating an IPv6 address by combining the IPv6 prefix and the host identifier., 'a processing unit for2. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the processing unit further advertises the generated IPv6 address.3. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the IPv6 address begins with the IPv6 base prefix claim 1 , followed by the fabric identifier claim 1 , followed by optional zeros claim 1 , and terminates with the host identifier.4. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the IPv6 base prefix is a/48 prefix.5. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the fabric identifier is a 16 bits integer.6. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the IPv6 prefix is a Unique Local Address (ULA) prefix or a public prefix.7. The computing device of claim 1 , wherein the host identifier is a 48 bits integer in hexadecimal format.8. The computing device of claim 7 , wherein the host identifier is a ...

DETECTING OPERATIONAL STATE OF A DISHWASHER

The present invention relates to a method of and a device () for, detecting an operational state of a dishwasher (), in particular activation of extra wash zones and overfill situations. The device () is arranged to operate a motor () driving a dishwasher circulation pump () at at least one rotational speed differing from a nominal rotational speed and measure operating current of the motor () driving the dishwasher circulation pump (). Further, the device is arranged to determine whether the dishwasher () operates in an operational state differing from a nominal operational state based on the measured circulation pump motor operating current. 1. A method of detecting an operational state of a dishwasher , characterized in comprising the steps of:operating a motor driving a dishwasher circulation pump at at least one rotational speed differing from a nominal rotational speed;measuring operating current of the motor driving the dishwasher circulation pump;determining whether the dishwasher operates in an operational state differing from a nominal operational state based on the measured circulation pump motor operating current.3. The method of claim 2 , said motor driving the dishwasher circulation pump being operated at the lower rotational speed for a predetermined time period at a beginning of a washing program.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising the step of:increasing the rotational speed of the motor driving the dishwasher circulation pump to the nominal rotational speed once the extra wash zone has been detected.5. The method of wherein the step of determining whether an extra wash zone has been activated based on a measured increase in circulation pump motor operating current comprises:comparing the measured circulation pump motor operating current to a first predetermined current threshold value, wherein the extra wash zone is considered to be activated if the measured current exceeds the first predetermined current threshold value.6. The method of ...

IMMOBILISED BIOLOGICAL ENTITIES

There is described inter alia a device having a surface comprising a layered coating wherein the outer coating layer comprises a plurality of cationic hyperbranched polymer molecules characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1,500 to 1,000,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 80:1 and (iv) functional end groups, whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. (canceled)22. (canceled)23. (canceled)24. (canceled)25. (canceled)26. (canceled)27. (canceled)28. (canceled)29. (canceled)30. (canceled)31. (canceled)32. (canceled)33. A process for the manufacture of a device having a surface comprising a layered coating wherein the outer coating layer comprises a plurality of cationic hyperbranched polymer molecules characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1 ,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1 ,500 to 1 ,000 ,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 80:1 and (iv) functional end groups , whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto , the process comprising , in any order:i. reacting a plurality of functional end groups of the hyperbranched polymer molecules with anti-coagulant entities such that each hyperbranched polymer molecule is covalently linked to a plurality of anti-coagulant entities; andii. attaching the hyperbranched polymer molecules to the surface of a device.34. A process according to claim 33 , further comprising the step of modifying the hyperbranched polymer molecules and/ ...

IMMOBILISING BIOLOGICAL ENTITIES

There is provided inter alia a solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer, wherein the outer coating layer is a layer comprising cationic polymer to which is covalently bound an anticoagulant entity; and wherein the anionic polymer is characterized by having (a) a total molecular weight of 20 kDa-650 kDa; and (b) a solution charge density of ≤4 μeq/g. 1. A solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer , wherein the outer coating layer is a layer comprising cationic polymer to which is covalently bound an anticoagulant entity;and wherein the anionic polymer is characterized by having (a) a total molecular weight of 20 kDa-650 kDa; and (b) a solution charge density of ≤4 μeq/g.2. A solid object according to obtainable by a process comprising the steps of:i) treating a surface of the solid object with a cationic polymer;ii) treating the surface with an anionic polymer;iii) optionally repeating steps i) and ii) one or more times;iv) treating the surface with a cationic polymer; andv) treating the outermost layer of cationic polymer with an anticoagulant entity, thereby to covalently attach the anticoagulant entity to the outermost layer of cationic polymer;wherein, the anionic polymer is characterized by having (a) a total molecular weight of 20 kDa-650 kDa; and (b) a solution charge density of ≤4 μeq/g.3. A process for the manufacture of a solid object having a surface comprising a layered coating of cationic and anionic polymer claim 1 , wherein the outer coating layer comprises cationic polymer to which is covalently bound an anticoagulant entity claim 1 , comprising the steps of:i) treating a surface of the solid object with a cationic polymer;ii) treating the surface with an anionic polymer;iii) optionally repeating steps i) and ii) one or more times;iv) treating the surface with a cationic polymer; andv) treating the outermost layer of cationic polymer with an ...

DISHWASHER COMPRISING A SPRAY ARM ARRANGEMENT

A dishwasher may include a spray arm arrangement and a washing chamber. The spray arm arrangement may include a spray arm arranged to rotate around a first axis of rotation within said washing chamber. The spray arm may be provided with one or more spray nozzles arranged to spray washing liquid into said washing chamber. The dishwasher may also include a mechanical switch for detecting an angular position of said spray arm. The spray arm arrangement may further include an activating device arranged to rotate with said spray arm, which activating device may include at least one activating structure arranged to cyclically activate said mechanical switch during rotation of said spray arm. 1. A dishwasher comprising a spray arm arrangement and a washing chamber , said spray arm arrangement comprising:a spray arm arranged to rotate around a first axis of rotation within said washing chamber, said spray arm being provided with at least one spray nozzle arranged to spray washing liquid into said washing chamber, anda mechanical switch, for detecting an angular position of said spray arm, wherein said spray arm arrangement further comprises an activating device arranged to rotate with said spray arm, and wherein said activating device comprises at least a first activating structure arranged to cyclically activate said mechanical switch during rotation of said spray arm.2. The dishwasher according to claim 1 , wherein said activating device further comprises at least a second activating structure claim 1 , wherein said at least second activating structure is arranged to activate said mechanical switch at an angular position of said spray arm different from an angular position of said spray arm in which said at least first activating structure is arranged to activate said mechanical switch.3. The dishwasher according to claim 2 , wherein a length of said at least first activating structure is different from a length of said at least second activating structure claim 2 , such ...

Hearing aid comprising an indicator unit

According to an embodiment, a hearing aid is disclosed. The hearing aid includes a housing, a light guide member, a first light source, and a second light source. The housing includes electronic components configured to generate a perceivable modulated signal in response to a received sound. The perceivable modulated signal is configured to produce a hearing sensation to a user of the hearing aid. The light guide member is arranged proximal to and/or within the housing. The first light source configured to emit a first colored light and a second light source configured to emit a second colored light. The first light source and the second light source are positioned within the housing and arranged in relation to the light guide member such that a substantial amount of the first colored light and a substantial amount of the second colored light are adapted to travel through the light guide member. The light guide member includes dimensions such that the substantial amount of the first colored light and the substantial amount of second colored light are mixed within the light guide member to generate a light of a third color.

IMMOBILISED BIOLOGICAL ENTITIES

There is described inter alia a device having a surface comprising a layered coating wherein the outer coating layer comprises a plurality of cationic hyperbranched polymer molecules characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1,500 to 1,000,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 80:1 and (iv) functional end groups, whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. (canceled)22. (canceled)23. (canceled)24. (canceled)25. (canceled)26. (canceled)27. (canceled)28. (canceled)29. (canceled)30. (canceled)31. (canceled)32. (canceled)33. (canceled)34. (canceled)35. (canceled)36. (canceled)37. (canceled)38. (canceled)39. A cationic hyperbranched polymer molecule characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1 ,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1 ,500 to 1 ,000 ,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 80:1 and (iv) functional end groups , whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto.40. A cationic hyperbranched polymer molecule according to wherein the anti-coagulant entity is a heparin moiety.41. A cationic hyperbranched polymer molecule according to claim 40 , wherein the heparin moiety is full length (native) heparin.42. A cationic hyperbranched polymer molecule according to claim 40 , wherein the heparin moiety is nitrous acid degraded heparin.43. A cationic hyperbranched polymer molecule according to wherein the heparin moiety is single point attached to the hyperbranched polymer molecule.44. A ...

CATALYTIC BURNER ARRANGEMENT

A catalytic burner arrangement is provided including at least a catalytic burner unit with a housing having a reaction chamber in which a catalyst is arranged, wherein the catalyst is adapted to react a fuel, particularly a hydrogen containing fluid, with an oxidant, particularly air, for producing heat, the housing having a fluid inlet for supplying a fluid stream into the housing and a find outlet for exiting a fluid stream from the housing, and the catalytic burner arrangement further includes a mixing unit forming a mixing chamber in which fuel and oxidant are mixed, wherein the mixing device includes a fuel inlet, an oxidant inlet and an fuel-oxidant-mixture outlet, and wherein the fluid inlet of the catalytic burner unit merges with the fuel-oxidant-outlet of the mixing unit for transferring the fuel-oxidant-mixture from the mixing chamber to the reaction chamber of the catalytic burner unit wherein the fuel-oxidant-outlet of the mixing chamber is pipe-shaped and extents into the mixing chamber of the mixing unit, and wherein a length of the pipe-shaped fuel-oxidant-outlet extents over the oxidant inlet and/or the fuel inlet. 1. Catalytic burner arrangement comprising at least a catalytic burner unit with a housing having a reaction chamber in which a catalyst is arranged , wherein the catalyst is adapted to react a fuel , particularly a hydrogen containing fluid , with an oxidant , particularly air , for producing heat , the housing having a fluid inlet for supplying a fluid stream into the housing and a fluid outlet for exiting a fluid stream from the housing ,and the catalytic burner arrangement further comprises a mixing unit forming a mixing chamber in which fuel and oxidant are mixed, wherein the mixing device comprises a fuel inlet, an oxidant inlet and an fuel-oxidant-mixture outlet, and whereinthe fluid inlet of the catalytic burner unit merges with the fuel-oxidant-outlet of the mixing unit for transferring the fuel-oxidant-mixture from the mixing ...

CHARACTERIZATION OF REACTION VARIABLES

A microscale method for the characterization of one or more reaction variables that influence the formation or dissociation of an affinity complex comprising a ligand and a binder, which have mutual affinity for each other. The method is characterized in comprising the steps of: (i) providing a microfluidic device comprising a microchannel structures that are under a common flow control, each microchannel structure comprising a reaction microactivity; (ii) performing essentially in parallel an experiment in each of two or more of the plurality of microchannel structures, the experiment in these two or more microchannel structures comprising either a) formation of an immobilized form of the complex and retaining under flow conditions said form within the reaction microactivity, or b) dissociating, preferably under flow condition, an immobilized form of the complex which has been included in the microfluidic device provided in step (i), at least one reaction variable varies or is uncharacterized for said two or more microchannel structures while the remaining reaction variables are kept essentially constant; (iii) measuring the presentation of the complex in said reaction microactivity in said two or more microchannel structures; and (iv) characterizing said one or more reaction variables based on the values for presentation obtained in step (iii). 116.-. (canceled)17. A microscale method of characterizing the affinity between a compound , or combination of compounds , and an immobilized ligand which have affinity for each other , comprising the steps of:(i) providing a microfluidic device comprising a microchannel structure comprising a reaction microcavity containing a solid phase to which the ligand is attached;(ii) introducing under flow conditions a sample containing the compound or combination of compounds into the microchannel structure to form an immobilized complex of the compound or compounds with the ligand; and(iii) measuring the distribution of the ...

SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR A SOFTWARE BUILD AND LOAD PROCESS USING A COMPILATION AND DEPLOYMENT SERVICE

Systems, methods, and computer program products for a software build and load process using a compilation and deployment service. A method for a software build and load process using a compilation and deployment service includes receiving, at the service, new software. The method further includes comparing, at the service, the received new software with data in a database, wherein the data comprises active software. The method further includes merging, at the service said new software and active software into one or more load modules based on the comparison. The method further includes deploying the one or more load modules to one or more target processing units. 1. A method for a software build and load process using a compilation and deployment service comprising:receiving, at said service, new software;comparing, at said service, said received new software with data in a database, wherein the data comprises active software;merging, at said service said new software and active software into one or more load modules based on said comparison; and,deploying said one or more load modules to one or more target processing units.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said new software is source code packaged into a container claim 1 , whereinsaid comparing step further comprises checking said source code on a source level against previously defined restraints and said active software, andsaid merging step further comprises merging and compiling said source code with said active software at said service.3. The method of claim 1 , whereinsaid new software is compiled source code packaged into a container with a new manifest describing the properties of said compiled source code,said data in said database comprises one or more existing manifest files associated with said active software; and,said comparing step further comprises extracting said new manifest and checking said new manifest against predefined constraints and said one or more existing manifests.4. The method of ...

CATALYTIC BURNER ARRANGEMENT

A catalytic burner arrangement including at least a catalytic burner unit with a housing having a reaction chamber in which a catalyst is arranged is provided wherein the catalyst is adapted to react a fuel, particularly a hydrogen containing fluid, with an oxidant, particularly air, for producing heat, the housing having a fluid inlet for supplying a fluid stream into the housing and a fluid outlet for exiting a fluid stream from the housing, and the catalytic burner arrangement further includes a mixing unit forming a mixing chamber in which fuel and oxidant are mixed, wherein the mixing device includes a fuel inlet, an oxidant inlet and an fuel-oxidant-mixture outlet, and wherein the fluid inlet of the catalytic burner unit merges with the fuel-oxidant-outlet of the mixing unit for transferring the fuel-oxidant-mixture from the mixing chamber to the reaction chamber of the catalytic burner unit wherein the fuel inlet of the mixing chamber is arranged upstream of the oxidant inlet of the mixing unit. 1. Catalytic burner arrangement comprising at least a catalytic burner unit with a housing having a reaction chamber in which a catalyst is arranged , wherein the catalyst is adapted to react a fuel , particularly a hydrogen containing fluid , with an oxidant , particularly air , for producing heat , the housing having a fluid inlet for supplying a fluid stream into the housing and a fluid outlet for exiting a fluid stream from the housing ,and the catalytic burner arrangement further comprises a mixing unit forming a mixing chamber in which fuel and oxidant are mixed, wherein the mixing device comprises a fuel inlet, an oxidant inlet and an fuel-oxidant-mixture outlet, and wherein the fluid inlet of the catalytic burner unit merges with the fuel-oxidant-outlet of the mixing unit for transferring the fuel-oxidant-mixture from the mixing chamber to the reaction chamber of the catalytic burner unit whereinthe fuel inlet of the mixing chamber is arranged upstream of the ...

IMMOBILISED BIOLOGICAL ENTITIES

There is described inter alia a device having a surface comprising a layered coating wherein the outer coating layer comprises a plurality of cationic hyperbranched polymer molecules characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1,500 to 1,000,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 80:1 and (iv) functional end groups, whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto. 1. A device having a surface comprising a layered coating wherein the outer coating layer comprises a plurality of cationic hyperbranched polymer molecules characterized by having (i) a core moiety of molecular weight 14-1 ,000 Da (ii) a total molecular weight of 1 ,500 to 1 ,000 ,000 Da (iii) a ratio of total molecular weight to core moiety molecular weight of at least 500:1 and (iv) functional end groups , whereby one or more of said functional end groups have an anti-coagulant entity covalently attached thereto , wherein the hyperbranched polymer is a dendrimer.2. A device according to wherein the anti-coagulant entities are heparin moieties.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. A device according to wherein the heparin moieties are single point attached to the hyperbranched polymer molecules.6. A device according to claim 2 , wherein the heparin moieties are attached to the hyperbranched polymer molecules via the reducing end of the heparin moiety.7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. A device according to wherein the dendrimer is a PAMAM dendrimer.15. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the hyperbranched polymer has a molecular weight of 25 claim 1 ,000 to 200 claim 1 ,000 Da.16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. A device according to claim 1 , wherein the hyperbranched polymer molecules are cross-linked to form aggregates of two or more hyperbranched polymer ...

An arrangement and a method for heat transport and use in connection with subsea equipment

The invention relates to an arrangement (1) for heat transport used for thermally insulating, or cooling, one or several elements, comprising a casing (2) arranged to enclose a medium having heat-storing or cooling capacity, said casing having an internal space (3) for receiving said element or elements and said medium with the medium surrounding the element or elements. The arrangement comprises guiding means (5a, 5b) arranged in the internal space (3) of the casing so as to guide the medium in said internal space in such a manner that a circulation and mixing of the fluid will be generated essentially throughout said internal space under the action of occurring temperature differences in the medium, whereby the natural tendency for temperature stratification of the medium is counteracted or eliminated. The invention also relates to a corresponding method, the use of an inventive arrangement for protecting a subsea installation or a part thereof from cooling, and the use of an inventive arrangement for efficient cooling an electrical appliance.

SWITCHABLE POWER TRANSFER DEVICE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

Magnetic particles

substrate coating

resumo “revestimento para substrato” proporciona-se, nomeadamente, um substrato com uma superfície que tem um revestimento hidrofílico que compreende um copolímero reticulado de componentes a e b, e os componentes opcionais c e d; em que o componente a compreende um ou mais monômeros hidrofílicos c2-c16 cada um com ou mais grupos alceno e/ou alcino; componente b compreende um ou mais polímeros hidrofílicos cada um com dois ou mais grupos alceno e/ou alcino; componente c, se presente, compreende um ou mais agentes benéficos, cada um com um ou mais grupos alceno ou alcino; e componente d, se presente, compreende um ou mais agentes de reticulação de baixo peso molecular, cada um com dois ou mais grupos funcionais selecionados independentemente dentre grupos tiol, alceno e alcino; em que o copolímero reticulado é formado por polimerização de radical envolvendo os grupos alceno e/ou alcino dos componentes a, b e c (se presente), e envolvendo os grupos funcionais do componente d (se presente); em que o revestimento hidrofílico compreende opcionalmente o componente e, que compreende um ou mais agentes benéficos, em que o componente e não forma um copolímero com os componentes a, b, c (se presente) e d (se presente); e em que o revestimento hidrofílico é covalentemente ligado à superfície do substrato. abstract "coating for substrate" inter alia is provided for a substrate having a surface having a hydrophilic coating comprising a cross-linked copolymer of components a and b, and optional components c and d; wherein component a comprises one or more hydrophilic c2-c16 monomers each with one or more alkene and/or alkyne groups; component b comprises one or more hydrophilic polymers each with two or more alkene and/or alkyne groups; component c, if present, comprises one or more beneficial agents, each with one or more alkene or alkyne groups; and component d, if present, comprises one or more low molecular weight cross-linking agents each having two or more ...

Pyrimidin-z-ones

Compounds of the general formula: <IMAGE> I wherein X represents halogen or trifluoromethyl; R1 and R2, independently represent hydrogen or lower alkyl; R3, R4 and R5, which may be the same or different, each represent hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkenyl, lower alkynyl, lower alkanoyl, lower alkenoyl, C7-16 aralkyl or C6-10 aryl or a 5-9 membered unsaturated or aromatic heterocyclic ring; one or both of R4 and R5 may also represent aroyl groups; Z represents an oxygen atom or a sulfur atom or oxide thereof or a group NR6 (wherein R6 is as defined for R hereinafter or represents the group COR7 in which R7 represents hydrogen or optionally substituted aryl, heterocyclic, aralkyl, lower alkyl or lower alkoxy group; and R represents a C6-10 carbocyclic aromatic group or a heterocyclic group containing a 5-9 membered unsaturated or aromatic heterocyclic ring which ring contains one or more heteroatoms selected from O, N and S and optionally carries a fused ring which carbocyclic or heterocyclic group may carry one or more C1-4 alkyl or phenyl groups said groups being optionally substituted; and where acid or basic groups are present, the salts thereof are useful in combating abnormal cell proliferation. The compounds of the invention are prepared by inter alia alkylation, ring closure and oxidation.

Planetary change gears for vehicles

A method for generating electrical conducting or semiconducting structures in two or three dimensions, a method for erasing the same structures and an electric field generator/modulator for use with the method for generating

In a method for generating electrical conducting or semiconducting structures in three dimensions in a matrix which comprises two or more materials in spatially separated material structures, an electric field is applied to the separate material structure or the field-modulated spatially according to a protocol which represents a predetermined pattern of electrical conducting or semiconducting structures which are generated in the material structure in response to the field. The matrix composed by the material structures will hence comprise structures of this kind in three dimensions. In a method for global erasing an electric field is applied to the matrix until the materials in the matrix in response to the field in their entirety arrive in a non-conducting state. In an electric field generator/modulator (EFGM) which can be used for patterning and generating electrical conducting or semiconducting structures, two electrode means (E1;E2) comprise parallel strip electrodes (21;22) provided mutually spaced apart in parallel planes such that the electrodes (21, 22) form a matrix-like arrangement. The electrode means (E1;E2) are over cross-connection devices (24, 25) connected with a power supply (23). EFGM (20) is adapted for receiving a thin-film material between the electrode devices (E1, E2) in order to generate said structures.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING TWO OR THREE-DIMENSIONAL ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE OR SEMICONDUCTIVE STRUCTURES, A CLEARING METHOD THEREOF, AND A GENERATOR / MODULATOR OF AN ELECTRICAL FIELD FOR USE IN THE MANUFACTURE METHOD

Apparatus for the conversion of electromagnetic radiation in electric energy and corresponding conversion process

An apparatus is described that converts electromagnetic radiation into electric current, of the type comprising a plurality of junctions between a first element (11; 111) of material with conduction through carriers of positive charge and a second element (12; 112) of a material with conduction through carriers of negative charge, said plurality of junctions defining a plurality of couples (10; 111, 112) comprising a hot junction (19) and a cold junction (18), said plurality of couples (10; 110) receiving a thermal flow (FT) generated by a radiation (R) incident in the direction of a region (172) including the hot junction (19), said apparatus (20; 30; 70; 170; 190) including a device (25; 75; 175) to guide said radiation (R) towards said plurality of couples (10; 111, 112). According to the invention, said first element (11; 111) of material with conduction through carriers of positive charge and/or said second element (12; 112) of material with conduction through carriers of negative charge comprise nanostructured materials and in that said device to guide said radiation (R) comprises a plurality of guiding elements (25; 75) that guide said radiation (R) onto faces (19; 39; 119) exposed to said radiation (R) of the respective first element (11) and second element (12) of the couples (10) .

Ultrafine lightly coated superparamagnetic particles for MRI

The invention relates to particulate contrast agents, especially contrast agents for MR imaging having a metal oxide core which is preferably superparamagnetic iron oxide. The particulate contrast agents are provided with a low coating density of a polyelectrolyte coating agent selected from structural polysaccharides and synthetic polymers, especially polyaminoacids. Unlike conventional coated particulates, the new particles have reduced or no effect on cardiovascular parameters, platelet depletion, complement activation and blood coagulation.

contrast agent

Mobile medical fluid generation system

A mobile dialysis fluid generation system includes a cargo unit configured to be transported by a vehicle; a cleanroom located inside the cargo unit; water purification equipment; at least one dialysis fluid preparation unit located inside the cleanroom, the at least one dialysis fluid preparation unit including at least one concentrate, a mixing device configured to receive purified water from the water purification equipment and to mix the purified water with the at least one concentrate to form dialysis fluid, a tubing set for transfer of the dialysis fluid from the mixing device to a container positioned and arranged to receive the dialysis fluid; and at least one area provided outside the cleanroom but inside the cargo unit for storing at least one of a raw material or containers filled with dialysis fluid.

Adhesive composition and method

THE INVENTION RELATES TO AN ADHESIVE COMPOSITION COMPRISING AT LEAST PARTLY GELATINISED STARCH AND ONE OR MORE POLYMERS (P) CONTAINING AN AMINE GROUP OR AN AMIDE GROUP. IT ALSO RELATES TO A METHOD OF GLUING PIECES OF WOOD BASED MATERIALS AND TO A WOOD BASED PRODUCT.

Apparatus for the conversion of electromagnetic radiation in electric energy and corresponding conversion process

An apparatus is described that converts electromagnetic radiation into electric current, of the type comprising a plurality of junctions between a first element (11; 111) of material with conduction through carriers of positive charge and a second element (12; 112) of a material with conduction through carriers of negative charge, said plurality of junctions defining a plurality of couples (10; 111, 112) comprising a hot junction (19) and a cold junction (18), said plurality of couples (10; 110) receiving a thermal flow (FT) generated by a radiation (R) incident in the direction of a region (172) including the hot junction (19), said apparatus (20; 30; 70; 170; 190) including a device (25; 75; 175) to guide said radiation (R) towards said plurality of couples (10; 111, 112). According to the invention, said first element (11; 111) of material with conduction through carriers of positive charge and/or said second element (12; 112) of material with conduction through carriers of negative charge comprise nanostructured materials and in that said device to guide said radiation (R) comprises a plurality of guiding elements (25; 75) that guide said radiation (R) onto faces (19; 39; 119) exposed to said radiation (R) of the respective first element (11) and second element (12) of the couples (10) .

Milker unit washer

For washing a milker unit, the teat cups are inserted in respective flexible receivers which seal around the enlarged end portions of the teat cups and communicate with a distributor having an inlet connected to a vacuum line for washing liquid. During washing, a high vacuum in the milk pipe line raises a valve in the distributor, while closing a drain opening therefrom, and draws washing liquid through the distributor, the receivers, the teat cups therein, the milk claw connected to the teat cups, and then into the milk pipe line for washing the latter. After washing, atmospheric pressure prevailing in the milker unit and distributor allows the valve to drop to a position where excess washing liquid can drain through said opening. For milking, the teat cups are applied to the cow after removing them from the receivers, which are then stored by simply pushing them upwardly onto respective holders where they are automatically closed against entrance of dirt. During milking, the vacuum in the washing liquid line holds the valve against a seat to close the distributor inlet and prevent atmospheric air from entering the vacuum system. To remove the stored washing unit for a washing operation, the receivers are simply pulled down to release them from their holders.

An arrangement and a method for heat transport and use in connection with subsea equipment

The invention relates to an arrangement (1) for heat transport used for thermally insulating, or cooling, one or several elements, comprising a casing (2) arranged to enclose a medium having heat-storing or cooling capacity, said casing having an internal space (3) for receiving said element or elements and said medium with the medium surrounding the element or elements. The arrangement comprises guiding means (5a, 5b) arranged in the internal space (3) of the casing so as to guide the medium in said internal space in such a manner that a circulation and mixing of the fluid will be generated essentially throughout said internal space under the action of occurring temperature differences in the medium, whereby the natural tendency for temperature stratification of the medium is counteracted or eliminated. The invention also relates to a corresponding method, the use of an inventive arrangement for protecting a subsea installation or a part thereof from cooling, and the use of an inventive arrangement for efficient cooling an electrical appliance.

An arrangement for heat transport or cooling

Arrangement and method for heat transport

An arrangement for heat transport used for thermally insulating, or cooling, one or several elements. A casing is arranged to enclose a medium having heat-storing or cooling capacity. The casing has an internal space for receiving the element or elements and the medium with the medium surrounding the element or elements. The arrangement includes guides arranged in the internal space of the casing so as to guide the medium in the internal space such that a circulation and mixing of the fluid will be generated essentially throughout the internal space under the action of occurring temperature differences in the medium, whereby the natural tendency for temperature stratification of the medium is counteracted or eliminated. A corresponding method, the use of an arrangement for protecting a subsea installation or a part thereof from cooling, and use of an arrangement for efficient cooling an electrical appliance.

Arrangement and a Method for Heat Transport and Use in Connection With Subsea Equipment

An arrangement for heat transport used for thermally insulating, or cooling, one or several elements. A casing is arranged to enclose a medium having heat-storing or cooling capacity. The casing has an internal space for receiving the element or elements and the medium with the medium surrounding the element or elements. The arrangement includes guides arranged in the internal space of the casing so as to guide the medium in the internal space such that a circulation and mixing of the fluid will be generated essentially throughout the internal space under the action of occurring temperature differences in the medium, whereby the natural tendency for temperature stratification of the medium is counteracted or eliminated. A corresponding method, the use of an arrangement for protecting a subsea installation or a part thereof from cooling, and use of an arrangement for efficient cooling an electrical appliance.

"heat transport arrangement used for thermally insulating one or more elements, cooling arrangement for one or more elements, method for neutralizing or eliminating temperature stratification in a medium, and use of an arrangement"

arranjo e metodo para transporte de calor e uso em conjunto com equipamento submarino. a invenção se refere a um arranjo (1) para transporte de calor usado para isolar ou arrefecer termicamente um ou vários elementos, compreendendo um invólucro (2) disposto para encerrar um meio tendo capacidade de armazenamento ou arrefecimento de calor, referido invólucro tendo um espaço interno (3) para recebimento de referido elemento ou elementos, e referido fluido com o meio circundando o elemento ou elementos. o arranjo compreende meio de guia (5a, 5b) disposto no espaço interno (3) do invólucro (2), de modo a guiar o meio no referido espaço interno de tal maneira que uma circulação e mistura do fluido serão geradas essencialmente através de todo referido espaço interno sob a ação das diferenças de temperatura que ocorrem no meio, pelas quais a tendência natural da estratificação da temperatura do meio é neutralizada ou eliminada. a invenção também se refere a um método correspondente, ao uso de um a arranjo da invenção para proteger uma instalação submarina ou uma parte desta de arrefecimento, e ao uso de um arranjo da invenção para arrefecimento eficiente de um utensílio elétrico. arrangement and method for heat transport and use in conjunction with underwater equipment. The invention relates to a heat transport arrangement (1) used for thermally insulating or cooling one or more elements comprising a housing (2) arranged to enclose a medium having heat storage or cooling capacity, said housing having a space (3) for receiving said element or elements, and said fluid with the medium surrounding the element or elements. the arrangement comprises guide means (5a, 5b) disposed in the inner space (3) of the housing (2) so as to guide the medium in said inner space such that a circulation and mixing of the fluid will be generated essentially throughout said internal space under the action of the temperature differences that occur in the medium, whereby the natural tendency of ...

Device for heat transport

arrangement and method for heat transport and use in conjunction with subsea equipment

ARRANJO E METODO PARA TRANSPORTE DE CALOR E USO EM CONJUNTO COM EQUIPAMENTO SUBMARINO. A invenção se refere a um arranjo (1) para transporte de calor usado para isolar ou arrefecer termicamente um ou vários elementos, compreendendo um invólucro (2) disposto para encerrar um meio tendo capacidade de armazenamento ou arrefecimento de calor, referido invólucro tendo um espaço interno (3) para recebimento de referido elemento ou elementos, e referido fluido com o meio circundando o elemento ou elementos. O arranjo compreende meio de guia (5a, 5b) disposto no espaço interno (3) do invólucro (2), de modo a guiar o meio no referido espaço interno de tal maneira que uma circulação e mistura do fluido serão geradas essencialmente através de todo referido espaço interno sob a ação das diferenças de temperatura que ocorrem no meio, pelas quais a tendência natural da estratificação da temperatura do meio é neutralizada ou eliminada. A invenção também se refere a um método correspondente, ao uso de um a arranjo da invenção para proteger uma instalação submarina ou uma parte desta de arrefecimento, e ao uso de um arranjo da invenção para arrefecimento eficiente de um utensílio elétrico. ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR HEAT TRANSPORT AND ASSEMBLY WITH SUBMARINE EQUIPMENT. The invention relates to a heat transport arrangement (1) used for thermally insulating or cooling one or more elements, comprising a housing (2) arranged to enclose a medium having heat storage or cooling capacity, said housing having a space (3) for receiving said element or elements, and said fluid with the medium surrounding the element or elements. The arrangement comprises guide means (5a, 5b) disposed in the inner space (3) of the housing (2) so as to guide the medium in said inner space such that a circulation and mixing of the fluid will be generated essentially throughout said internal space under the action of temperature differences that occur in the medium, whereby the natural tendency of the temperature ...

Device and method for heat transport and use in connection with subsea equipment

Oppfinnelsen angår en anordning for varmetransport brukt til termisk isolasjon eller avkjøling av ett eller flere elementer, omfattende et hus (2) innrettet for å omslutte et medium som har varmelagrings- eller avkjølingskapasitet, hvor huset som har et indre rom (3) for å motta elementet eller elementene og mediet med mediet omgivende elementet eller elementene. Anordningen omfatter ledeanordninger (5a, 5b) anordnet i det indre rommet (3) i huset for å lede mediet i det indre rommet på en slik måte at en sirkulasjon og blanding av fluidet vil bli generert hovedsakelig over hele det indre rommet under virkning av forekommende temperaturdifferanser i mediet, hvorved den naturlige tendensen til temperaturstratifikasjon av mediet blir motvirket eller eliminert. Oppfinnelsen angår også en tilsvarende fremgangsmåte, anvendelse av en anordning i henhold til oppfinnelsen, for å beskytte en undervannsinstallasjon eller en del av en slik fra avkjøling og anvendelse av en anordning ifølge oppfinnelsen til effektiv avkjøling av en elektrisk anordning.

Polymers containing diester units

The present invention relates to biodegradable polymers containing diester units of formula (I) --CO--O--C(R.sup.1 R.sup.2)--O--CO-- where R 1 and R 2 each represents a hydrogen atom or a carbon-attached monovalent organic group, or R 1 and R 2 together form a carbon-attached divalent organic group.

Change speed gear boxes

The epicyclic gear change box has a planet carrier (20), the planet gears (24, 26) of which have at least two axially successive portions of different diameters which mesh exclusively with sun gears (30, 32 and 34, 40 respectively). The sun gear (30) is firmly connected in terms of rotation to the gearbox input shaft (I) while the output shaft (O) is connected to the planet carrier (20). The other sun gears (32, 34, 40) are connected to friction brakes (42, 48, 76) and can be fixed against rotation by servos (50, 44, 74) fixed to the housing. The gearbox has three forward speeds and one reverse speed. The hydraulically activated gearbox avoids concomitantly rotating servomotors and can be shifted with the smallest possible quantities of hydraulic fluid. <IMAGE>

Planetary change gear for vehicles with at least two reduced forward gears and one reverse gear

Planetary change gears for vehicles

MULTI-STAGE PLANETARY MANUAL GEARBOX FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

Multi-stage epicyclic gear change box for motor vehicles

MULTI-SPEED TRANSMISSION, ESPECIALLY FOR TRUCKS OR EARTHMOVER VEHICLES

MULTI-STAGE PLANETARY MANUAL GEARBOX FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

MULTI-STAGE PLANETARY GEAR FOR VEHICLES

Improvement of immobilized biological components

【課題】薬剤溶出性と血栓抵抗性の組合せを有する医療デバイスを提供する。【解決手段】積層コーティングを含む表面を有するデバイスであって、外側コーティング層が、（ｉ）分子量１４～１，０００Ｄａのコア部分を有すること、（ｉｉ）総分子量が１，５００～１，０００，０００Ｄａであること、（ｉｉｉ）総分子量の、コア部分の分子量に対する比が、少なくとも８０：１であること、及び（ｉｖ）官能性末端基を有すること、ここで、該官能性末端基の１又は２以上は、それに共有結合した抗凝固物質を有する、を特徴とする複数のカチオン性超分岐ポリマー分子を含んでなる。【選択図】なし

Hearing aid with means for estimating the ear plug fitting

A hearing aid (1) comprising a receiver (2) and at least one first microphone for transforming an acoustic signal surrounding a hearing aid user into an electrical signal, where the hearing aid comprises an ear plug part prepared for fitting tightly into the ear canal (11) of a hearing aid user such that an inner volume is formed in the inner part of the ear canal between the ear plug part and the ear drum of the hearing aid user. The ear plug part comprises a second microphone (3) arranged for transforming an acoustic signal in the volume into an electrical signal. The hearing aid comprises estimating means for estimating the effective size of the air leak between the inner volume and the surroundings based on the acoustical signal detected in said volume by said second microphone(3) from a known acoustical signal below 1000 Hz generated by the receiver. The hearing aid further comprises notification means for notifying the hearing aid user if the size range of the air leak is outside a predefined range.

Hearing aid with acoustic guiding means

A hearing aid comprising at least one microphone for transforming an acoustic signal surrounding a hearing aid user into an electrical signal, signal processing means for processing the electrical signal into an electrical output signal which is supplied to a receiver (2) generating an acoustical signal into the ear canal (11) of a hearing aid user The hearing aid comprise an ear plug part (1) prepared for being arranged in the ear canal of a hearing aid user. The hearing aid comprises guiding sound generation means for generating an acoustic guiding signal to be provided for a limited period through said receiver during insertion of the ear plug part into the ear canal, in order to be applied by the hearing aid user to optimize the positioning of the ear plug part (1).

Hearing aid with means for estimating the ear plug fitting

A hearing aid ( 1 ) comprising a receiver ( 2 ) and at least one first microphone for transforming an acoustic signal surrounding a hearing aid user into an electrical signal, where the hearing aid comprises an ear plug part prepared for fitting tightly into the car canal ( 11 ) of a hearing aid user such that an inner volume is formed in the inner part of the ear canal between the car plug part and the car drum of the hearing aid user. The car plug part comprises a second microphone ( 3 ) arranged for transforming an acoustic signal in the volume into an electrical signal. The hearing aid comprises estimating means for estimating the effective size of the air leak between the inner volume and the surroundings based on the acoustical signal detected in said volume by said second microphone ( 3 ) from a known acoustical signal below 1000 Hz generated by the receiver. The hearing aid further comprises notification means for notifying the hearing aid user if the size range of the air leak is outside a predefined range.

Hearing aid with guiding means for insertion

A hearing aid comprises a microphone for transforming an acoustic signal surrounding a hearing aid user into an electrical signal, a signal processing means for processing the electrical signal into an electrical output signal and to a receiver ( 2 ) driven by the electrical output signal and generating an acoustical signal into the ear canal ( 11 ) of a hearing aid user. The hearing aid comprises an ear plug part ( 1 ) prepared for being arranged in the ear canal of a hearing aid user. The hearing aid comprises sound generation means for generating an acoustic guiding signal to be provided for a limited period through said receiver during insertion of the ear plug part into the ear canal, in order to be applied by the hearing aid user to optimize the positioning of the ear plug part ( 1 ). The invention further provides a method for guiding a hearing aid user during insertion of an ear plug.

Templated molecules and methods for using such molecules

The present invention relates to a method for synthesising templated molecules. In one aspect of the invention, the templated molecules are linked to the template which templated the synthesis thereof. The intion allows the generation of libraries which can be screened for e.g . therapeutic activity.

Plant for continuously processing cheese mass

A plant for continuously processing cheese mass (7) comprises a first substantially horizontal conveyor (1) conveying the cheese mass (7) in one direction and a second substantially horizontal conveyor (2) conveying the cheese mass (7) in the opposite direction. The second conveyor (2) is accommodated below the first conveyor (1) and is adapted to receive the cheese mass (7) from the exit end of the first conveyor via a guide plate (14) carrying the cheese mass obliquely downwards onto the second conveyor (2). Transferring means (8,10) are accommodated at the exit end of the first conveyor, said transferring means comprising guide surfaces (9,11) supporting the cheese mass (7) in a downwardly inclining path towards the guide plate (14).

ALKALIC XYLOGLUCANASE

Method of synthesis of sulfolen derivatives

A hydraulic rotary axial piston machine

Apparatus and method for non-destructive data storage and retrieval

In a data storage apparatus comprising means for storing and retrieving data in respective write and read operations, and first and second set of addressing electrodes are provided, the latter set having electrodes that preferably are oriented orthogonally to the electrodes of the first set, and the electrodes (b, c) of the second set are provided as parallel twin electrodes located in parallel recesses or trenches (3) in the electrodes of the first set. The trenches compris a soft ferroelectric or electret memory material with piezoelectric properties such that memory cells (1) with two subcells (.alpha.1, .alpha.2) are formed in the trench (3) respectively between the electrodes (a) of the first set and the parallel twin electrodes (b, c) on either side of the latter. In a write operation data are encoded in the memory cells (1) by means of an applied voltage potential over the subcells (.alpha.1, .alpha.2). In a non-destructive readout operation of data encoded and stored in the memory cells (1) in this manner, the piezoelectric properties of the memory material (2) is employed for eliciting response signals from the subcells (.alpha.1, .alpha.2) of a memory cell (1) when the former are subjected to mechanical stresses in the lateral direction, such that the logical value stored in the memory cell (1) can be determined.

A method for non-destructive readout and apparatus for use with the method

In a method for determining a logic state of a memory cell in a data storage device, wherein the cell stores data in the form of an electrical polarization state in a capacitor containing a polarizable material, a time-dependent small-signal voltage is applied over the capacitor, and at least one component of a generated small-signal current response is recorded. This component shall have either a linear or non-linear relationship to the small-signal voltage, such that logic state can be determined by temporal correlation between the small-signal voltage and a recorded component. According to a first embodiment, an apparatus for performing a phase comparison in the above method comprises a phase-sensitive detector and discriminator, connected with a memory cell for receiving a response signal therefrom and with a signal generator for receiving the read signal input to the memory cell, applying the read signal as a reference in the phase sensitive detector and discriminator for determining a logic state of the memory cell.

Electrically addressable passive device, method for electrical addressing of the same and uses of the device and the method

An electrically addressable passive device for recording, storage and/or processing of data comprises a functional medium in the form of a continuous or patterned structure which may undergo a physical or chemical change of state. The functional medium is realized as a homogenous or stratified structure comprising a least one substantially organic material. The functional medium comprises individually addressable cells which represent a registered or detected value or are assigned a predetermined logical value for the cell. The cell is provided between the anode and cathode in an electrode means which contacts the function medium in the cell and causes an electrical coupling therethrough, whereby the cell directly can be supplied with energy which effects a change in the state of the cell, the functional medium having an overall non-linear impedance characteristic, and said at least one substantially organic material of the functional medium being a polymer material. In the method the addressing comprises operations for i.a. detection and recording as well as further operations for writing, reading and switching of a logical value assigned to the cell, electric energy is applied directly to the functional medium of the cell in order to change its state and hence effect an addressing operation. It can be used in optical detector means, volumetric data storage devices or data processing devices.

Cupola

Data storage medium and methods for recording and reading of data

An optical data storage medium with burn-film having changeable optical properties, for example, changeable reflective power as a result of sufficiently intense illumination, due to hole-burning in the film, is provided with optical structures close to the burn-film for focusing and positioning during recording and reading of individually interpretable data bits (spots). The optical structures are preferably monodisperse, transparent spheres with a diameter in the range of 1-100 νm. Illumination is performed selectively from a number of predetermined angles (Υi, ζj) during recording and reading, and the number of individual data spots under each sphere corresponds roughly to the number of angles.

Improvements in or relating to contrast agents

PCT No. PCT/GB93/00470 Sec. 371 Date Jan. 17, 1995 Sec. 102(e) Date Jan. 17, 1995 PCT Filed Mar. 5, 1993 PCT Pub. No. WO93/17718 PCT Pub. Date Sep. 16, 1993The present invention relates to contrast agents comprising gas-containing or gas-generating polymer microparticles and/or microballoons, in which the polymer is a biodegradable polymer containing units of formula -[-(O)m-CO-O-C(R1R2)-O-CO-(O)n-]- . R1 and R2 each represent hydrogen or a carbon-attached monovalent organic group, or together form a carbon-attached divalent organic group, and m and n are each independently zero or one. The contrast agents may be used in diagnostic applications such as ultrasound and MR imaging.

GAS CONTROLS

method for operating a washer and washer.