Method of preparing amino acid taxane derivatives and polymer conjugates containing the same

High efficiency method of preparing polyalkylene oxide carboxylic acids

Modified polymer for road

Heterobifunctional polymeric bioconjugates

High molecular weight polymer-based prodrugs

Newton-process power flow calculation method for study purpose

The invention discloses a Newton-process power flow calculation method for study purpose and provides a Newton-process power flow calculation method which is easy to correct and maintain for research personnel conducting further researches on the basis of Newton-process power flow calculation. Adopting the basic principle steps of a polar coordinate Newton method, the invention provides a method for improving the speed of power flow calculation by avoiding unnecessary calculation through simple logic judgment on the basis of the analysis of the components of the power flow calculation. In thetechnical scheme of the invention, unnecessary calculation is avoided by making simple judgment in a Jacobimatrix forming module and a correction equation Gaussian elimination module. When the methodis used for performing calculation on a 445 node actual large-size grid, the calculation time is 0.484s, and the calculation speed can meet requirements for scientific research completely.

U-shaped pipe connecting method for gas path of CVD material growing device

The invention relates to a U-shaped pipe connecting method for a gas path of a CVD material growing device. Metal pipes between two ferrule fitting connections in the gas path all adopt U-shaped pipesThe invention relates to a U-shaped pipe connecting method for a gas path of a CVD material growing device. Metal pipes between two ferrule fitting connections in the gas path all adopt U-shaped pipesk assembly and disassembly of air tightness connection of a gas path pipe between two union bodies are difficult to realize after the two union bodies are fixed. convenient and quick assembly and disassembly of air tightness connection of a gas path pipe between two union bodies are difficult to realize after the two union bodies are fixed.convenient and quic, namely the connection of the U-shaped pipes on all connecting positions is realized through a design of pipes in the spacial direction of the gas path; and opening directions of the two ferrule fitt, namely the connection of the U-shaped ...

Pharmaceutical use of smallflower thinleaf crazyweed total alkaloid and azahexacyclonone derivative

The present invention relates to the preparation process of Oxytropis Glabra Lam. total alkaloid and nitrilohexacyclenone derivative and their application as the medicine for treating arrhythmia and hypertension. It is found for the first time that Oxytropis Glabra Lam. total alkaloid possesses the effect of treating arrhythmia and hypertension. One nitrilohexacyclenone derivative A is separated from Oxytropis Glabra Lam. total alkaloid for the first time and is modern spectroscopically measured to determine its structure. The nitrilohexacyclenone derivative A has the molecular formula of C9H17NO and the chemical name of 3, 3, 5, 5-tetramethyl-nitrilohexacyclenone, and its inorganic acid salt and organic acid salt are prepared successfully. The nitrilohexacyclenone derivative A has also high effect of treating arrhythmia and hypertension.

POLYMERIC PRODRUGS OF VANCOMYCIN

Superoleophobic and superhydrophobic surfaces and method for preparing same

A process for preparing a flexible device having a superoleophobic surface comprising providing a flexible substrate; disposing a silicon layer on the flexible substrate; using photolithography to create a textured pattern in the silicon layer on the substrate wherein the textured pattern comprises a groove structure; and chemically modifying the textured surface by disposing a conformal oleophobic coating thereon; to provide a flexible device having a superoleophobic surface.

Methods of preparing activated polymers having alpha nitrogen groups

Methods for preparing substantially non-antigenic polymers having lone electron pair-containing moieties in high purity are disclosed. The polymers are useful as intermediates for synthesis of amine-based polymers and in the formation of activated polymers for conjugation with nucleophiles. Conjugates and methods of preparation and treatment with the conjugates are also disclosed. The resultant polymer-amines are of sufficient purity so that expensive and time consuming purification steps required for pharmaceutical grade polymers are avoided.

Nano-micro structure silibinin drug composite powder and preparation method thereof

The invention relates to a nano-micro structure silibinin drug composite powder and a preparation method thereof. The silibinin drug is dissolved into an organic solvent which is mutually soluble with the water, the mixture is added into a water solution containing water-solubility pharmaceutical excipients to obtain nano silibinin drug particle injectable suspension, the injectable suspension isatomized and dried to obtain the nano-micro structure silibinin drug composite powder. The composite powder has good redispersibility and is dispersed in the water to obtain the uniform injectable suspension with the grain diameter of the drug being less than 1000 nm. The method has simple operation, low cost and promising industrialized production prospect. The powder has fast dissolution rate and high biological utilization rate, and can be used for preparing tablet, capsule, granules or suspensions.

Lysine-based polymeric linkers

Releasable polymeric conjugates based on aliphatic biodegradable linkers

Hindered ester-based biodegradable linkers for oligonucleotide delivery

On-line oxidized regenerating method of oil product desulfurizing and denitrifying absorbent

The invention relates to an on-line oxidized regenerating method of oil product desulfurizing and denitrifying absorbent. The invention is characterized in that the method comprises the steps as follows: (1) firstly, a certain amount of absorbent desulfurizing and denitrifying agent is filled in a fixed bed reactor and oil which contains a certain amount of sulphide and nitride is used as raw material to carry out adsorption; (2) feeding is stopped when the absorbent is saturated and the status is altered into regenerating to carry out on-online regenerating which uses solvent including oxidizing substances, such as sulphuric acid, nitric acid and the like, as regenerant; the regenerating process is carried out under certain temperature, airspeed and pressure; and (3) the whole absorbing bed layer is dried by sweep gas when the regeneration is over, thereby obtaining regenerated desulfurizing and denitrifying absorbent.

Application of echinacoside in preparing medicament for treating parkinsonism

The invention relates to an application of echinacoside in the preparation of drugs for treating Parkinson's disease. The invention discloses that echinacoside has a remarkable protective effect against the MMP+ mediated cell injury. The echinacoside can be used to prepare drugs for the treating Parkinson's disease and offers a new treatment for people with the Parkinson's disease.

Na-Y Molecular Sieve, H-Y Molecular Sieve, and preparation methods thereof, hydrocracking catalyst, and hydrocracking method

The present invention discloses a Na-Y molecular sieve and a method for preparing the Na-Y molecular sieve, an H-Y molecular sieve and a method for preparing the H-Y molecular sieve, a hydrocracking catalyst, and a hydrocracking method. The average grain diameter of the Na-Y molecular sieve is 2-5 μm, and the sum of pore volumes of pores in 1-10nm diameter accounts for 70-90% of the total pore volume of the Na-Y molecular sieve. It may be prepared by mixing sodium silicate, high and low alkaline sodium meta-aluminate and aluminium sulphate at a certain mole ratio, aging to obtain a gel, and treating the gel by hydrothermal crystallisation. The H-Y molecular sieve obtained from the large-grain Na-Y molecular sieve can be used as an acidic component in the hydrocracking catalyst. When the hydrocracking catalyst containing the H-Y molecular sieve is applied in the hydrocracking reaction of heavy oils that contain macromolecules, it can provide better cracking activity and product selectivity ...

Methods of preparing activated polymers having alpha nitrogen groups

Multi-arm polymeric conjugates of 7-ethyl-10-hydroxycamptothecin for treatment of breast, colorectal, pancreatic, ovarian and lung cancers

Releasable polymeric conjugates based on aliphatic biodegradable linkers

Polymeric conjugates containing positively-charged moieties

Treatment of resistant or refractory cancers with multi-arm polymeric conjugates of 7-ethyl-10-hydroxycamptothecin

Preparation technique for anti-corrosion fuel cell stainless dual-polar plate

The invention relates to a technology that prepares a stainless steel bipolar plate of anticorrosion fuel cell, comprising the steps of: preparing a single plate by a stainless steel thin plate, preparing the single plate to a bipolar plate, characterized in that the single plate is further displaced in a solution containing noble metal ion and is processed with a surface passivating treatment. The advantages of the invention are that the surface treatment technology is simple and convenient to operate. The bipolar plate processed has improved conductivity and a certain hydrophobic nature.

High water-soluble prodrug, and its preparing method and pharmaceutical use

Stainless steel dual-polar plate welding method

Medicine for curing gout and its preparing method

The invention relates to a medicament for treating gout and process for preparation, which is prepared from the following raw material herbs (by weight portion): rhizome smilacis glabrae 1600-2000 parts, large-leaf gentian root 650-750 parts, corn stigma 1350-1500 parts and alkanna tinctoria 300-400 parts.

Methods of preparing polymers having terminal amine groups using protected amine salts

Releasable polymeric conjugates based on aliphatic biodegradable linkers

Polymeric oligonucleotide prodrugs

Treatment of resistant or refractory cancers with multi-arm polymeric conjugates of 7-ethyl-10-hydroxycamptothecin

Method and system for treating water and utilizing a membrane filtering system

Biologically treated wastewater is directed as mixed liquor from the treatment tank to a bottom portion of a downstream filtration tank having at least one submerged membrane module that extends across substantially the entire cross sectional area of the filtration tank Mixed liquor is directed from the bottom of the filtration tank upwardly into the membrane module such that substantially all of the mixed liquor received in the bottom of the filtration tank flows through the membrane module, producing a permeate stream The remaining mixed liquor from the membrane module is recirculated to the treatment tank Once the mixed liquor in the filtration tank makes one pass through the membrane module the mixed liquor is recycled back to the treatment tank and generally not permitted to be recycled back through the membrane module without first returning to the treatment tank.

Frequency changer with active filter

This invention relates to converter with an active filter device. The collectors of (Q1-Q3), Q7, Q8 are connected with +Vcc, the emitters of one end of (Q4-Q6), Q9, Q10 and collector of Q4 are connected with L1 first end, the emitter of Q2 and collector of Q5 are connected with L2 first end, the emitter of Q3 and the collector of Q6 are connected with the first end of L3, pins of 2 are linked to the base of Q1-Q10, the emitter of Q7 and collector of Q9 are linked to the first end of L 4, the emitter of Q8, collector of Q10, one end of R are linked to the end of L5, the other ends of R, C1, C2 and the end of L4 are connected with the first end of L5, ends of L1-L3 are linked to the inputs of three power supplies which can suppress and filter the high frequency common-mode voltage generated during the work of a converter.

Method for preparing adsorber for deeply removing thiophene in liquid phase of scorched benzene

The invention discloses a method for preparing an adsorber for deeply removing thiophene in a liquid phase of scorched benzene, which is characterized in that: a carrier of the adsorber is alumina or a mixture of silicon dioxide and alumina; active components comprise a main agent palladium and an auxiliary agent which is one or a mixture of gold, copper, tin and indium; the adsorber is prepared by a metal colloid method, namely aqueous solution of metal salt of the main agent and the auxiliary agent is added with surfactant solution, and metal colloid is prepared under reduction condition of a reducing agent; the metal colloid is added with the carrier, and a supported adsorber for deeply removing the thiophene in the liquid phase of the scorched benzene is obtained through proper adjustment and control; and the adsorber is washed with deionized water until the adsorber does not contain Cl-, and the adsorber is dried at an atmosphere not containing oxygen to be prepared into an egg shell ...

Organic thin film triode sensor, its production method and usage

An organic film dynatron sensor and the manufacturing method and usage are provided. In recently years, the using of organic air sensor and inductor array for air and smell analyzing has attracted the concern of many researchers. Through measuring the change of the working electric current of the organic dynatron sensor, the invention realizes the measuring special air micrcontent. The organic film dynatron sensor comprises a grid being composed of aluminum evaporated film, the two sides of the aluminum evaporated film grid are provided with the CuPC film of organic semiconductor, a schottky barrier is formed between the two parts, the source electrode and the leakage electrode adopts a gold evaporated film which forms ohm contact with the CuPC evaporated film, the leakage electrode is porous gold electrode, and an organic air sensitivity film is provided between the leakage electrode and the CuPC.

Electrorheological liquid preparation method for core-shell particle/composite base liquid

A preparation method for electrorheological fluid of core-shell particle/compound base fluid belongs to the materials science and engineering technical field. The preparation method is characterized in that nickel nano-particles are pretreated by sodium hydroxide water solution so that particles are separated; the separated particles are added with tetrabutyl titanate alcohol solution so that particles are separated; the separated particles are added with mixed liquor containing organic polar molecule, deionized water and alcohol so that particles are separated and dried in the 100-120 DEG C;the dried particles are repeatedly coated for 1-2 times, thus the core-shell particles which take the nickel as the core and titanium dioxide and organic polar molecule as clad. And then the core-shell particles are added into the mixed liquor of fluorosilicon oil and dimethylsilicone fluid to prepare the electrorheological fluid. The preparation method has the effect and benefit that the electrorheological ...

Polyether for preparing quenching liquid and polymerization method thereof

The invention relates to a polyether for preparing quenching liquid and a polymerization method thereof. The polyether is prepared by polymerizing the mixture of adipamide, propylene epoxide and ethylene oxide; and the polymerization method comprises the following steps: adding the adipamide, the propylene epoxide and the ethylene oxide into a polymeric kettle; and adjusting the reaction pressureand temperature in the polymeric kettle to carry out polymerization reaction on the mixture so as to obtain a reaction product, namely, polymer polyether. The polyether is stable in cooling speed in the process of transferring the polyether from austenite to martensite at a temperature of about 300 DEG C, uniform in adsorption and smooth in cooling speed.

Preparation method and application of compound polygonum multiflorum preparation

The invention relates to a preparation method and application of a compound polygonum multiflorum preparation, belonging to the technical field of research and development of medical products. The preparation method of the compound polygonum multiflorum preparation comprises the following steps of: selecting 6-9 grams of high-quality polygonum multiflorum, 6-9 grams of angelica, 6-9 grams of gen-seng, 6-9 grams of acanthopanax, 6-9 grams of rhizoma polygonati, 4-6 grams of pericarpium citri reticulatae, , 4-6 grams of yams, 2-4 grams of umbellate pore fungus, 2-4 grams of hawthorns, 2-4 grams of malts and 2-4 grams of dates, and cleaning; carrying out microwave drying; crushing into powder of 50 meshes; adding water for boiling, and extracting for three times; merging extracting solutions; filtering to obtain filter liquor; concentrating the filter liquor into extractum; uniformly mixing the extractum with starches according to the proportion of 1:4; granulating by using a sieve of 10 meshes ...

Device with shared antenna for transceiver and RFID tag

A device includes an antenna, a transceiver or radio frequency identification (RFID) interrogator, a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag, and a zero bias switch coupled to the antenna. The zero bias switch has a first path that couples the RFID tag to the antenna and isolates the RFID tag from the transceiver or interrogator when the zero bias switch is in an unpowered state, and a second path that couples the transceiver or RFID interrogator to the antenna when in a powered state. Thus, the antenna may be selectively coupled to one of the radio frequency identification (RFID) tag or the RFID interrogator using the zero bias switch.

Hardware verification with RFID-stored build information

This application is directed towards a method for determining if a user has changed, or replaced, any of the hardware components in a mobile device. The method may being by first executing a bootloader application in the device 302. In then interrogates a radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag to obtain build information for hardware verification of the hardware components 304. It then identifies the current information for the hardware components 306. It then determines if the current information matches the stored build information 308, and if it does not match displays a message indicating that it does not match 312. It may also load the operating system with unrestricted functionality if they do match 310, or store the current information in the memory of the RFID tag 314 and load the operating system with restricted functionality 316 if they do not match. It may also limit the functionality of the hardware components.

Releasable polymeric conjugates based on aliphatic biodegradable linkers

Activated polymeric bicine derivatives such as, formula (A) as well as conjugates made therewith are disclosed. Methods of making and using the bicine derivatives are also disclosed.

Tetrapartate prodrugs

Operations, administration and maintenance of components in mobility network

Low-pressure-drop nano/microstructure filler revolving bed supergravity device and application thereof

The invention discloses a low-pressure-drop nano/microstructure filler revolving bed supergravity device and application thereof and belongs to the technical field of supergravity. The supergravity device comprises a rotating part formed by arranging a rotor and a filler in a closed shell, wherein the shell and an upper cover have a liquid inlet, a liquid outlet, a gas inlet and a gas outlet; and a liquid distributor extending into a central cavity of the rotor is arranged in the liquid inlet. In the device, the filler in the rotating part is a structuralized SiC, sintered ceramic and powder sintered titanium-based alloy filler with a nano/microstructure, the runner diameter of the structuralized filler is 0.1 to 5mm, the porosity is 55 to 97 percent, the surface of the filler has a 0.01 to 3-micrometer convexoconcave nano/microstructure, and the specific surface area of the filler is 200 to 2,000m<2>/m<3>. When the device is used for deeply removing sulfur dioxide from industrial gases ...

Safe open intrauterine device

The invention discloses a safe open intrauterine device provided with a bracket of which the left and right shapes are symmetrical, wherein the bracket is an annular body with an opening at the upper part, a cupriferous strip attachment is respectively fixed at two open ends of the bracket, and a U-shaped supporting split ring is formed locally below the bracket. The open intrauterine device is characterized in that the overhung ends of the two cupriferous attachments are oppositely arranged and are both inclined and extended upward in the bracket, an included acute angle between the extension line of the overhung end of each cupriferous attachment and the horizontal line is 0-20 degrees; and the minimum radius of curvature of the U-shaped supporting split ring is 1.5-1.6mm. The special inclination angle of the open intrauterine device can reduce the occurrence rate of incarceration in use, thus furthest reducing the injury of the uterus caused by the overhung ends of the cupriferous attachments ...

Hardware verification with RFID-stored build information

Camptothecin derivatives and polymeric conjugates thereof

BRANCHED POLYMERIC PRODRUGS OF VANCOMYCIN

Process for the preparation of triazine carbamates

External combustion type micro-oil ignition and ultra-low load steady fire coal powder combustor

The invention discloses a coal dust inflamer having external fire type tiny-oil ignition and ultra-low loaded smooth combustion. The inflamer comprises a flaring shaped inflamer body, a bluff body, a perimeter wind shell, clapboards, a primary wind pipe, a central wind pipe, a thermoelectric couple, a tiny-oil squirt and a high-energy burning torch. The concentration of coal dust airflow can be realized by using the bluff body, and the concentrated coal dust airflow is further concentrated after passing through a triangular groove on the bluff body; the clapboards separate the concentrated coal dust airflow from coal dust main flow; a return flow area having high concentration coal dust is formed near the two clapboards, so that the ultra-low loaded smooth combustion and wide coal adaptability can be realized; under the condition of cold air and black furnace, the tiny-oil squirt can be used for firing the coal dust airflow to realize temperature rise and pressure rise; wall temperature ...

Method for refining tris(fluoroethoxy) phosphate flame retardant for non-water electrolyte

The invention discloses a method for refining a tris(fluoroethoxy) phosphate flame retardant for a non-water electrolyte. The method is characterized by comprising the following steps: 1, heating and rinsing: slowly pouring a coarse tris(fluoroethoxy) phosphate product with a purity of 60 percent into hot distilled water under a condition of stirring, stirring the mixture for a certain period of time to separate the oil-phase tris(fluoroethoxy) phosphate, and under the conditions a temperature of the hot distilled water of 70 to 85 DEG C and a rinsing time of 20 to 40 minutes, repeatedly operating the previous steps till a water phase separated out is neutral; and 2, reduced pressure distillation: adding a refined additive which may be one of anhydrous calcium chloride, anhydrous magnesium sulfate or calcium oxide under the conditions of a weight ratio of tris(fluoroethoxy) phosphate to the refined additive of 1:0.005 to 1:0.03, a vacuum degree of 0.095MPa, and collecting a distillate at ...

Air oil proportional regulating device

An air/oil ratio regulator for full-automatic oil burner is composed of hydraulic unit composed of piston and hydraulic cylinder, and air throttle regulation unit. A group of screws with adjustable heights is installed to small end of hydraulic cylinder. The bottom of said small end has a T-shaped slot and the screws are contacted with press plate of said slot. The press plate is in contact with the push rod of air throttle regulation unit. The push rod is connected to flap of air throttle. Regulating oil pressure can change the sprayed oil of nozzle and move the hydraulic cylinder to turn the flap, resulting in a certain proporotion of air with oil.

RFID-based power status and battery management

A mobile device 100 comprises a radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag 112 which is interrogated by an RFID reader 118, the antenna of the tag being disabled when the device is powered-on and enabled when it is powered-off such that the device is determined to be powered-on when no response to an interrogation signal 116 is received from the tag, and powered-off when a response is received from the tag. A memory 114 of the tag stores context information associated with the device, which includes a processing system 102 to execute a power manager 124 and interface with the tag via a communication bus 126. The power manager determines if the device is stowed, e.g. in packaging, based on information from one or more sensors 134, and communicates the stowed status and device power state to the tag to be stored. The battery level and power-state indicator of the device may be determined and stored in the RFID tag when the device is powered down. The RFID tag may receive a power-off command ...

RELEASABLE POLYMERIC CONJUGATES BASED ON ALIPHATIC BIODEGRADABLE LINKERS

Releasable polymeric conjugates based on aliphatic biodegradable linkers

Polymeric prodrugs of vancomycin

Branched polymeric prodrugs of vancomycin

Feed additive containing chicken alpha interferon

The invention discloses a feed additive containing chicken alpha interferon, which is prepared by mixing zymophyte, pine needle powder, black soil powder, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin E, folic acid powder, ginseng fibrous root powder, ginkgo leaf and chicken alpha interferon powder. The additive of the invention has the broad-spectrum anti-viral function, has strong anti-viral function and can serve as precautionary measures for a long term; and the feed additive can perform the function in vivo if being eaten by livestocks in the mode of being mixed in the feed, and the feed additive induces and resists bacteria in vivo, performs the early-term precaution action and can be used for long-term precaution and early-term treatment to various viral diseases including bird flu. The additive of the invention has strong immunoregulation action and can strengthen livestock immunity, eliminate pesticide and hormone residue, add nutrient substances and improve the taste of meat, eggs and milk.

Cell synchronizing method, device and mobile terminal

The embodiment of the invention provides a cell synchronizing method, a device and a mobile terminal. The cell synchronizing method comprises the following steps: acquiring synchronizing information of a cell through a synchronizing channel; acquiring a cell frame number through the synchronizing information; judging whether the cell frame number accords with a frame number rule of the synchronizing channel; and if the cell frame number accords with the frame number rule of the synchronizing channel, synchronizing the cell through the synchronizing information. The cell synchronizing method, the device and the mobile terminal provided by the embodiment acquire the synchronizing information of the cell from the synchronizing channel, acquire the cell frame number through the synchronizing information, and judge whether the cell frame number accords with the frame number rule of the synchronizing channel so as to determine whether the synchronizing information of the cell is accurate through ...

Preparation technique for anti-corrosion fuel cell stainless dual-polar plate

The invention relates to a technology that prepares a stainless steel bipolar plate of anticorrosion fuel cell, comprising the steps of: preparing a single plate by a stainless steel thin plate, preparing the single plate to a bipolar plate, characterized in that the single plate is further displaced in a solution containing noble metal ion and is processed with a surface passivating treatment. The advantages of the invention are that the surface treatment technology is simple and convenient to operate. The bipolar plate processed has improved conductivity and a certain hydrophobic nature.

Method and system for nitrifying and denitrifying wastewater

Process for the preparation of polymer conjugates

A process for efficiently preparing polymer conjugates such as branched PEG-polypeptide conjugates, in large scale without column chromatography clean up of the activated PEG linkers to remove impurities is disclosed.

Polymeric linkers containing pyridyl disulfide moieties

The present invention provides polymeric linkers containing pyridyl disulfide moieties. Methods of making the polymeric linkers and methods of making conjugates using the same are also disclosed.

Medicine for treating cancer and preparing method therefor

The invention relates to a preparation for treating cancer and the preparation method thereof, which is formed by panax, astragalus, ganoderma lucidum, myrobalan, Chinese chive seed, hedyotis diffusa, scullcap, smilax glabra rhizome, subprostrate soplhor root, glycyrrhiza, indico naturalis and aloe, applicable for early, middle and terminal cancer patients, with effects of anticarcinogenesis and effective strengthening the physical fitness of patients. The said preparation has effects of adjusting incretion, assisting healthy energy, enhancing immunity of the patients; eliminating the sick tendency, direct killing cancer cells; regulating stomache qi to improve the function of spleen and stomach, cleaning up the turbid qi to eliminate the sick tendency in the viscera; clearing heat and detoxicating, activating blood circulation to dissipate blood stasis, softening and resolving hard masses to perish tumour, control tumour, improve surgical treatment and remote therapeutic effect; lessening ...

Signal decoding system and decoding method therefor

The invention relates to a signal decoding system, comprising a plurality of electronic devices, a signal collection unit and a decoding unit; wherein the decoding unit comprises a segmentation module and a decoding module; the signal collection module collects signals transmitted by the electronic devices, which are a data wave and a clock wave and transmits the data wave and the clock wave to the segmentation module; the segmentation module respectively determines the starting position and the end position of each section of data wave and clock wave; sectional division is carried out on thesignal waves collected by a signal collection unit; the decoding module facilitates clock bits segmented after the start positions of the segmented clock waves to correspond to the data bits of the data waves under the same horizontal coordinate and compares the ordinate value of data bits with the preset value to determine codes of the data bits. The invention further provides a signal decoding method ...

Method for sample loading, sampling and sample transferring of chemical vapor deposition material growing equipment

The invention discloses a method for sample loading, sampling and sample transferring of chemical vapor deposition material growing equipment. A transfer housing only containing pure nitrogen or other protective gases and a corresponding mechanical device for loading, sampling and transferring a sample are arranged between a reaction housing of the chemical vapor deposition material growing equipment and the external atmosphere; substrate materials pass through the transfer housing firstly when loaded in and unloaded out of the reaction housing or transferred among different reaction housings; the transfer housing only containing pure nitrogen or other protective gases is correspondingly blocked out of the outside, and clearances are only remained among transfer housing openings and the bottom surface of an operating platform surface and among bottom through holes for stand bar elevation and a stand bar, thus, the equipment ensures that air pressure in the transfer housing is larger than ...

Method for producing high-voltage crosslinkable polyethylene cable material

The invention relates to a method for producing a high-voltage crosslinkable polyethylene cable material, which solves the problems of low purity of the cable material and low long-term stability of the production quality of the cable material. The method comprises the following steps of: absorbing polyethylene granules into a stainless-steel material-storage tank by an absorbing machine; supplying the granules for a weight-loss type granule electronic scale discontinuously; mixing the polyethylene granules and an antioxidant; absorbing the mixed materials into a melt pump and then injecting the materials into a continuously-sieving melt filter to filter impurities; mixing the filtered melt and a cross-linking agent DCP; extruding the cross-linking agent DCP-containing polyethylene and pelletizing and dehydrating; shunting part of the crosslinkable polyethylene granules to an impurity detector; after passing the detection, delivering the rest part of the crosslinkable polyethylene granules ...

Method for automatically separating adherent hyaline-vascular type lung nodule in CT image

The invention relates to a method for automatically separating adherent hyaline-vascular type lung nodule in a CT image, comprising the following steps: (1) inputting an interested body of the CT image containing the adherent hyaline-vascular type lung nodule; (2) preprocessing the interested body, thus obtaining a front image area; (3) extracting flow direction characteristics based on a relational matrix on the front image area; (4) establishing an adherent hyaline-vascular type lung nodule model based on the flow direction characteristics, direction and angle; (5) estimating model parameters based on the expectation-maximization method in the model; (6) obtaining mean shift bandwidth parameters by calculating the parameters of the model; and (7) putting the mean shift bandwidth parameters into the mean shift clustering algorithm for automatic separation. The method of the invention can obtain the self-adapting bandwidth parameters in an accurate and rapid manner while applying the method ...

Na-Y Molecular Sieve and preparation methods thereof

METHOD OF PREPARING AMINO ACID TAXANE DERIVATIVES AND POLYMER CONJUGATES CONTAINING THE SAME

Polymeric linkers containing pyridyl disulfide moieties

Linaclotide-containing formulations for oral administration

Methods of preparing polymers having terminal amine groups

Two-way transmission mechanism

The invention provides a two-way transmission mechanism. The two-way transmission mechanism comprises a main shaft, a retainer, an isolating ring, a plurality of reversing clutch blocks, two transmission gears, and two shaft end covers, wherein the retainer is sleeved on the main shaft, and a plurality of chutes with one closed end and the other opened end are formed on the retainer; the isolating ring is fixedly arranged in the middle of the retainer; the reversing clutch blocks are slidably clamped in the chutes respectively; each reversing clutch block comprises two spaced driving parts; the two driving parts are provided with outer diagonal pitches with the same orientation respectively; the two transmission gears are sleeved on the retainer on both sides of the isolating ring respectively; inner diagonal pitches corresponding to the outer diagonal pitches are arranged inside the two transmission gears respectively; outer pitches are formed outside the two transmission gears; and the ...

Gas barrel conduit pipe

The invention discloses a minimally invasive trachea catheter that is used for trachea intubation, and comprises a flexible tube body with a certain length and a cuff system that is attached out of the tube body. The tube body is provided with a front end cut and an opposite back end cut; a catheter joint is formed at the back end cut; the outer contour of the cross section of the tube body is ellipse-shaped, egg-shaped, oblong-shaped or sunflower-seed shaped or in some other long shape without edge angles; the width of the long shape becomes lesser and lesser gradually along the length direction from one side to another. In order to satisfy the ventilation in the lung, the trachea catheter provides a large enough cross section of a flow channel which shape can still maintain the shape that matches with the glottis shape, therefore, the injuries to the glottis fold during the trachea intubation and the indwelling period can be reduced to the least. The minimally invasive trachea catheter ...

Data transmitting method and system

The invention provides a data transmitting method and system, which are capable of solving the problem that the copied data on one PC (personal computer) can not be correctly pasted onto another PC in the prior art. The method comprises the steps: building information interconnection among a plurality of equipment within a preset range; after a user copies source equipment, respectively transmitting a notification to the other equipment by the source equipment; judging whether the other equipment is the object equipment according to the received notification, and performing the next step if the other equipment is the object equipment; transmitting a request for transmitting the copied data from the object equipment to the source equipment; transmitting the copied date to the object equipment after the source equipment receives the request for transmitting the copied data; and receiving the copied data by the object equipment. After the method and the system are used, the format conversion ...

Holmium-ytterbium-thulium three-doped calcium tungstate polycrystalline powder white light upconversion material and preparation method thereof

The invention discloses a holmium-ytterbium-thulium three-doped calcium tungstate polycrystalline powder white light upconversion material and a preparation method thereof and relates to a rare earth element doped calcium tungstate polycrystalline powder white light upconversion material and the preparation method thereof. The chemical formula of the holmium-ytterbium-thulium three-doped calcium tungstate polycrystalline powder white light upconversion material is Ca1-x-y-0.01WO4: Hoy/Ybx/Tm0.01, wherein x is not less than 0.04 and not more than 0.08, and y is not less than 0.004 and not more than 0.01. The preparation method comprises the following steps: 1) weighing according to the chemical metering ratio of the chemical formula; 2) grinding and tabletting; and 3) performing high-temperature sintering. The holmium-ytterbium-thulium three-doped calcium tungstate polycrystalline powder white light upconversion material can emit bright upconversion white light under 980nm laser pumping ...

Wide-regulation-ratio, multi-coal-kind thick-thin-phase coal powder cyclone burner

Method for Fe doped growing GaFeN dilution magnetic semiconductor and uses thereof

The invention provides a method for synthesizing the growth of a GaFeN diluted magnetic semiconductor thin-film material by Fe doping. The method adopts an MOCVD growth method, and comprises the following steps of: (1) nitridizing a substrate material at a high temperature on a sapphire substrate, and passing through H2, N2 or gas of H2 and N2 in an MOCVD growth system to carry out a substrate surface treatment on the sapphire substrate at a temperature of between 1,000 and 1,100 DEG C; (2) growing a low-temperature GaN buffer layer; (3) growing a high-temperature GaN buffer layer, with a thickness between 0.5 and 2um; and (4) synthesizing the growth the GaFeN diluted magnetic semiconductor thin-film material through Fe doping control on the high-temperature GaN buffer layer, and passing through ammonia, trimethyl gallium and dicyclopentadienyl iron (CP2Fe) with flow ranges of between 0.1 and 5slm, between 1 and 10sccm and between 15 and 200sccm respectively at a temperature of between ...

Process for preparing polymer hydrogenating catalyst

Using identification tags in a mobile device for physical location transactions

The invention relates to employing a tag associated with a location to conduct a transaction in a mobile device for the selected location. The method includes reading transaction initiation data from an identification tag associated with a selected physical location on a device 205. The location may be a parking space, a seat on a vehicle or a storage means such as a locker. Transaction data associated with the selected physical location is communicated using a communication link operated by the device 210. Transaction completion data is received using the communication link 215. The transaction completion data is stored on the identification tag 220. A method is also provided for an operator to read the identification tags at a location to determine unauthorised use.

Process for the preparation of polymer conjugates

Polymeric oligonucleotide prodrugs

An assembly of the present invention includes a substrate (J) and an integrated circuit device (3) adapted to be electrically and mechanically attached to the substrate. Electrically conductive connecting elements (35) between the device and the substrate electrically connect the device and the substrate. At least one adhesive body (45) is positioned between the integrated circuit device and the substrate to form a mechanical connection between the circuit device and the substrate. The at least one adhesive body comprises a non-thermosetting material which, which heated, releases said mechanical connection to allow removal of the circuit device from the substrate.

Novel acylating reagents

Water-glycol fire-retardand hydraulic fluid and its preparation method

The present invention discloses a water-ethylene glycol flame-resistant hydraulic fluid in which the viscosifying agent polyether, lubricant caprylic acid, rust-resisting agent diethanolamine and morpholine and defoaming agent are used as additive, and its preparation method includes the following steps: mixing caprylic acid and diethanolamine, heating to 40-50 deg.C, stirring and completely dissolving them, adding deionized water, ethylene glycol, polyether, morpholine and defoaming agent under the condition of retaining its temp. and continuously stirring, and finally filtering so as to obtain the invented product with good defoaming property and abrasion resistance.

Preparation and applications of paeonol controlled-release preparation

The invention relates to a preparation and applications of a paeonol controlled-release preparation in the technical field of the medicine. The paeonol controlled-release preparation refers to a group of controlled-release and long-time effective preparations which contain the microspheres and gel matrix tablets used for preparing tablets or capsules, and thermosensitive in situ gel for external use, wherein the specifications of the prepared paeonol controlled-release preparation are 60mg and 120mg; under special conditions, the accumulative release rate at 2h is less than 20% of the labeled amount, the accumulative release rate at 6h is 40-60% of the labeled amount and the accumulative release rate at 12h is more than 80% of the labeled amount respectively; and the paeonol controlled-release preparation can be used to cure rheumatoid arthritis. By using the thermosensitive in situ gel for external use, the preparation residence time of the affected part can be significantly prolonged.

Data mining method based on extraction of Web numerical value tables

The invention discloses a data mining method based on extraction of Web numerical value tables. The method is based on domain knowledge base, adopts generation of numerical value knowledge element base as a basic target, and mainly comprises construction of domain knowledge base basic set, positioning of Web numerical value tables, recognition of table structure, integration of table content, semantic representation of extract result, data retrieval, automatic learning of domain knowledge and data mining processing and the like. The invention is based on the method of extraction of Web numerical value tables in specific domain, can carry out extraction to data, information and knowledge included in numerical value tables in Web pages, converts semi-structured data into structured data andprovides services of data retrieval, data mining analysis and the like. The data mining method can completely and accurately extract valuable numerical value knowledge in large amount of Web numericaltables ...

B-STAGE FILM ADHESIVE COMPATIBLE WITH AQUEOUS INK FOR PRINTHEAD STRUCTURES INTERSTITIAL BONDING IN HIGH DENSITY PIEZO PRINTHEADS FABRICATION FOR AQUEOUS INKJET

A method for forming an ink jet printhead comprises a step of processing an epoxy adhesive such that negative effects from physical contact with particular inks are reduced or eliminated. Conventional adhesives processed using conventional techniques are known to gain weight and squeeze out when exposed to certain inks such as ultraviolet inks, solid inks, and aqueous inks. An embodiment of the present invention can include a step of processing a particular adhesive such that the resulting epoxy adhesive is suitable for printhead applications. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 ...

H-Y Molecular sieve, and preparation methods thereof, hydrocracking catalyst, and hydrocracking method

PRODRUGS OF VANCOMYCIN WITH HYDROLYSIS RESISTANT POLYMER LINKERS

Targeted polymeric prodrugs containing multifunctional linkers

Polyalkylene oxides having hindered ester-based biodegradable linkers

Preparation method and application of compound polygonum multiflorum preparation

The invention relates to a preparation method and application of a compound polygonum multiflorum preparation, belonging to the technical field of research and development of medical products. The preparation method of the compound polygonum multiflorum preparation comprises the following steps of: selecting 6-9 grams of high-quality polygonum multiflorum, 6-9 grams of angelica, 6-9 grams of gen-seng, 6-9 grams of acanthopanax, 6-9 grams of rhizoma polygonati, 4-6 grams of pericarpium citri reticulatae, , 4-6 grams of yams, 2-4 grams of umbellate pore fungus, 2-4 grams of hawthorns, 2-4 gramsof malts and 2-4 grams of dates, and cleaning; carrying out microwave drying; crushing into powder of 50 meshes; adding water for boiling, and extracting for three times; merging extracting solutions; filtering to obtain filter liquor; concentrating the filter liquor into extractum; uniformly mixing the extractum with starches according to the proportion of 1:4; granulating by using a sieve of 10meshes ...

Positioning and retaining mechanism used in space

The invention designs a positioning and retaining mechanism used in space. The positioning and retaining mechanism used in the space comprises a rotating disc, a fixed disc, a rotating disc locking component and a fixed disc locking component, wherein the rotating disc is arranged on a rotor of a direct current motor; the fixed disc is arranged on a stator disc of the direct current motor; the rotating disc locking component is fixed to the rotating disc; the fixed disc locking component is fixed to the fixed disc; the rotating disc drives the rotating disc locking component to rotate when rotating; and the rotating disc locking component is locked with the fixed disc locking component when rotating to a certain position. The positioning and retaining mechanism used in the space has a simple structure and light weight, does not need external power consumption in a position retaining state, and can realize the positioning retention of a spatial alternating current/direct current servo drive ...

Multi-desktop system-based picture display method

The invention discloses a multi-desktop system-based picture display method. The method comprises the following steps of: pre-establishing desktop splicing data, wherein the desktop splicing data comprises the number and addresses of sub-desktops; acquiring the desktop splicing data by a client; reading a picture into a system through the client; establishing connection with each sub-desktop according to the addresses of the sub-desktops and transmitting the picture to each sub-desktop; storing the picture by each sub-desktop and returning a received acknowledgement message to the client; transmitting a first play message to each sub-desktop after the client receives the acknowledgement message; and displaying the picture after each sub-desktop receives the first play message. By the method, the quality for the multi-desktop system to display the picture in a splicing mode is improved.

Coating type negative thermo-sensitive computer direct plate and its preparation method

The present invention discloses a coated negative thermo-sensitive CTP plate and its preparation method. Said CTP plate includes sheet base and heat-sensing layer, and the sheet base is one general positive pattern PS plate, and the heat-sensing layer is a film formed by applying coating liquor made up by dissolving 100 weight portions of film-forming resin, infrared absorbent, thermal acid-producing agent, cross-linking agent and organic acid in 300-600 weight portions of organic solvent on the sheet base, and the thickness of said film is 1-2 micrometers. The described film-forming materialis a composte containing hydroxymethyl bakelite or polyhydroxymethyl bakelite and p-methyl bakelite, the infrared absorbent is cyanine dyes whose two ends have naphthyl, and the thermal acid-producing agent is diphenyl iodonium salt.

Temperature self-compensation optical fiber/optical grating dynamic strain measurement method and system

The invention relates to an automatic temperature compensated FBG dynamic strain measurement method and the system. The invention comprises a plurality of steps: adopt sensing Prague-FBG and filtering Prague-FBG as the match grating; control the central wavelength of the filtering Prague-FBG through the PID closed-loop control structure; when the FBGs central wavelength varies with the temperature, let the central wavelength of the filtering Prague-FBG vary with the central wavelength of the sensing Prague-FBG and keep a constant difference of the central wavelength of two FBGs; thus stabilize the static state of the measurement system which becomes self-adaptive to the environment temperature. The system comprises a broadband light source, a coupler, a sensing Prague-FBG, a filtering Prague-FBG, an electricity diode, a preamplifier, an A/D data converter, a computer, a plurality of electrostriction materials and a driving power for the electrostriction materials. The automatic temperature ...

Method for glazing and sandblasting surface of sander

The invention relates to a method for forming glazes on the surface of a sander, in particular to a method for glazing and sandblasting the surface of a sander, which solves the problem that the conventional sander has no feasible surface glazing and coloring method. The method comprises the following steps: (1) preparing glaze slurry, which is prepared from the following raw materials in percentage by weight: 26 to 34 percent of feldspar, 6 to 10 percent of calcium carbonate, 4 to 6 percent of barium carbonate, 11 to 17 percent of quartz, 4 to 6 percent of processed talc, 4 to 8 percent of calcite, 20 to 28 percent of elutriated pure loess and 5 to 11 percent of high-temperature ceramic pigment; then adding carboxymethyl cellulose accounting for 0.1 percent of the weight sum of the raw materials into the raw materials; crushing all the glaze slurry raw materials, deironing, then adding water into the raw materials, and controlling the specific gravity value to reach 1.5 to 1.6 grams per ...

H-Y Molecular sieve, and preparation methods thereof, hydrocracking catalyst, and hydrocracking method

The present invention discloses an H-Y molecular sieve and a method for preparing the H-Y molecular sieve from a Na-Y molecular sieve, a hydrocracking catalyst, and a hydrocracking method. The method for preparing the molecular sieve comprises (A) treating a Na-Y molecular sieve by ammonium exchange to prepare a NH4-Na-Y molecular sieve, (B) treating the NH4-Na-Y molecular sieve by hydrothermal treatment, and (C) reacting the material obtained in (B) with (NH4)2SiF6 solution. The average grain diameter of the Na-Y molecular sieve is 2~5μm, and the sum of pore volumes of pores in 1-10nm diameter accounts for 70~90% of the total pore volume of the Na-Y molecular sieve. The H-Y molecular sieve obtained from the large-grain Na-Y molecular sieve can be used as an acidic component in the hydrocracking catalyst. When the hydrocracking catalyst containing the H-Y molecular sieve is applied in the hydrocracking reaction of heavy oils that contain macromolecules, it can provide better cracking activity ...

RFID-based power status and battery management

Stable Solid Formulation of Therapeutic Polypeptides Suitable for Oral Administration

Solid, stable formulations of therapeutic polypeptide suitable for oral administration are described herein as are methods for preparing such formulations. The therapeutic polypeptide formulations described herein are stable and have a sufficient shelf life for manufacturing, storing and distributing the drug. 1157-. (canceled)158. A pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutic polypeptide and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient , wherein(i) the chromatographic purity of the therapeutic polypeptide decreases by less than 10% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant;(ii) wherein the chromatographic purity of the therapeutic polypeptide is greater than or equal to 90% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant;(iii) the assay value for therapeutic polypeptide determined on a weight/weight basis decreases by less than 10% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant; or(iv) the assay value for therapeutic polypeptide determined on a weight/weight basis is greater than or equal to 90% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container ...

METHOD OF PREPARING NANO-DISPERSED HIGH-ALL-TRANS-CAROTENOID MICROCAPSULES

A method of preparing nano-dispersed high-all-trans-carotenoid microcapsules is provided, comprising: preparing 10-20% carotenoid suspension by milling the high-all trans-carotenoid crystals with dichloromethane until the particle size thereof is in the range of 2-5 μm, then supplying the suspension together with preheated dichloromethane of another pass into a dissolving tank to obtain a solution of 0.5-2%; delivering the solution together with ethanol or isopropanol into a crystallization device having high gravity rotating packed bed simultaneously and continuously, and then into a wiped-film evaporator for desolvation until the solid content is 10-20%, then a transparent alcohol dispersion of carotenoid is obtained; mashing the alcohol dispersion together with an aqueous solution containing an antioxidant and protective colloid and spray drying to obtain nano-dispersed high-all-trans-carotenoid microcapsules. As the crystals are nano-dispersed and the content of trans-isomer is more than 90%, the carotenoid microcapsules of present inventions exhibit high bioavailability. 1. A method of preparing nano-dispersed high-all-trans-carotenoid microcapsules , which comprises of the steps of:1) milling crystallized carotenoid with more than 98% of all-trans and dichloromethane until particle size thereof is in the range of 2-5 μm, resulting in 10-20% carotenoid suspension;2) continuously supplying the carotenoid suspension to a dissolving tank, while supplying dichloromethane after being preheated to 45-50° C. by a heat exchanger to the dissolving tank, maintaining the pressure at 0.2-0.3 MPa and the temperature at 35-40° C. in the dissolving tank, and with materials retention time of 4-12 minutes, to dissolve the crystallized carotenoid completely, resulting in dichloromethane solution with 0.5-2.0% of carotenoids;3) continuously supplying dichloromethane solution with 0.5-2.0% of carotenoids to a crystallization device having a high gravity rotating packed bed and a ...

Stable Solid Formulations of GC-C Receptor Agonist Polypeptides Suitable for Oral Administration

Solid, stable formulations of GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide suitable for oral administration are described herein as are methods for preparing such formulations. The GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide formulations described herein are stable and have a sufficient shelf life for manufacturing, storing and distributing the drug. 1118-. (canceled)119. A pharmaceutical composition comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier , a GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide and one or more agents selected from (i) a cation selected from Mg , Zn , Mn , K , Na or Al , or (ii) a sterically hindered primary amine , wherein the agent improves at least one attribute of the composition , relative to a pharmaceutical composition without the agent , after (a) a first 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) a first 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant ,wherein the attribute is selected from a decrease in the rate of degradation of GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide as measured by GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide content, a decrease in the rate of degradation of GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide as measured by chromatographic purity of GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide, a decrease in the amount of a GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide oxidation product relative to the amount of GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide, and a decrease in the amount of a GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide hydrolysis product relative to the amount of GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide.120. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 119 , wherein the GC-C receptor agonist polypeptide comprises an amino acid sequence selected from the group consisting of: CCEFCCNPACTGCY (SEQ ID NO: 1) claim 119 , CCEFCCNPACTGC (SEQ ID NO: 2) claim 119 , CCEICCNPACTGCY (SEQ ID NO: 3) claim 119 , CCEICCNPACTGC (SEQ ID NO: 4) claim 119 ...

THERMALLY STABLE OLEOPHOBIC LOW ADHESION COATING FOR INKJET PRINTHEAD FRONT FACE

A coating for an ink jet printhead front face, wherein the coating comprises a oleophobic low adhesion coating. When the oleophobic low adhesion coating is disposed on an ink jet printhead front face surface, jetted drops of ultra-violet gel ink or jetted drops of solid ink exhibit a contact angle greater than 45° and a low sliding angle of less than about 30°. In embodiments, the oleophobic low adhesion coating is thermally stable wherein the surface contact angle and sliding angle show little degradation after the coating is subjected to high temperatures in a range between 180° and 320° or thereabout and high pressures in a range between 100 psi and 400 psi or thereabout during printhead fabrication and manufacturing. 1. A coating for an ink jet printhead front face , wherein the coating comprises:an oleophobic low adhesion coating, wherein a drop of ultra-violet (UV) gel ink or a drop of solid ink exhibits a sliding angle of less than about 30° with a surface of the coating after the coating has been exposed to a temperature of at least 200° C. for at least 30 minutes.2. The coating of claim 1 , wherein the sliding angle of less than about 20°.3. The coating of claim 1 , wherein a drop of UV gel ink or a drop of solid ink exhibits a contact angle of greater than about 45° with the surface of the oleophobic low adhesion coating after the oleophobic low adhesion coating has been exposed to the temperature for at least 30 minutes.4. The coating of claim 1 , wherein the contact angle is greater than about 55°.5. The coating of claim 1 , wherein a drop of UV gel ink or a drop of solid ink exhibits a sliding angle of less than 30° with a surface of the oleophobic low adhesion coating and a contact angle of greater than 45° with the surface of the oleophobic low adhesion coating after the coating has been exposed to:a first curing treatment at a temperature in a range between 130° C. and 150° C. for a period of time in a range between 30 minutes and 2 hours; anda ...

Method and Apparatus for Activating a Function of an Electronic Device

A method and apparatus for activating a function of the electronic device is disclosed herewith. The method includes detecting a first input by a motion sensor. Further, the method activates a touch sensor of the electronic device in response to detecting the first input. The method then detects a second input by the motion sensor within a predetermined time period from the first input. Next, the method determines, in response to detecting the second input, whether contact has occurred at the touch sensor and activates a function of the electronic device in response to determining that contact has occurred at the touch sensor when the second input is detected. 1. A method for activating a function of an electronic device , the method comprising:detecting a first input by a motion sensor;activating a touch sensor of the electronic device in response to detecting the first input;detecting a second input by the motion sensor within a predetermined time period from the first input;determining, in response to detecting the second input, whether contact has occurred at the touch sensor; andactivating a function of the electronic device in response to determining that contact has occurred at the touch sensor when the second input is detected.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the motion sensor is an accelerometer.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the touch sensor is associated with a touch-sensitive screen of the electronic device.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining whether contact has occurred at the touch sensor includes determining whether the contact has occurred at the touch sensor since activating the touch sensor.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining whether contact has occurred at the touch sensor includes determining whether a touch data buffer associated with the touch sensor indicates that contact has occurred at the touch sensor.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein determining whether a touch data buffer associated with the touch sensor ...

Mobile device and method for proximity detection verification

A mobile device includes a touch screen display and touch screen circuit for receiving touch inputs. A camera configured to acquire one or more images in front of the display. A proximity sensor configured to provide an indication that a user is in close proximity to the touch screen display. A processor being effective to determine, in response to the indication of the proximity sensor, whether the user is in a position to view the display based on the one or more images of the camera. If the proximity sensor provides an indication that the user is in close proximity to the display and the processor determines, based on the one or more images, that the user is in a position to view the display, then at least one of the display and the touch screen circuit are not disabled.

INK JET PRINT HEAD FRONT FACE HAVING A TEXTURED SUPEROLEOPHOBIC SURFACE AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME

An ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate having a textured superoleophobic surface that prevents undesirable drooling, wetting and/or adhesion of the ink on the print head. The textured surface includes a rim formed around the nozzle. Also described are methods for forming the textured superoleophobic ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate from silicon having the textured, oleophobic surface. 1. An ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate having a textured superoleophobic surface comprising:a silicon substrate having a front side and a back side;an ink reservoir formed in the back side of the silicon substrate;a textured pattern formed into the front side of the silicon substrate;one or more nozzle holes formed into the silicon substrate to form one or more nozzle holes for the ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate; anda ring formed around a circumference of the one or more nozzle holes; anda conformal oleophobic coating disposed on the textured pattern.2. The ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate of claim 1 , wherein the textured pattern comprises an array of pillars claim 1 , an array of pillars having an overhang re-entrant structure disposed on said pillars claim 1 , an array of pillars having textured claim 1 , wavy sidewalls claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate of claim 1 , wherein the textured pattern comprises an array of pillars having a pillar height of about 100 nm to about 5 micrometers.4. The ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate of claim 1 , wherein the textured pattern comprises an array of pillars having a solid area coverage of from about 0.5% to about 50%.5. The ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate of claim 1 , wherein the textured pattern comprises an array of pillars having a diameter of from about 100 nanometers to about 10 micrometers.6. The ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate of claim 1 , wherein the textured pattern comprises an ...

INK JET PRINT HEAD FRONT FACE HAVING A TEXTURED SUPEROLEOPHOBIC SURFACE AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME

An ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate having a textured superoleophobic surface that prevents undesirable drooling, wetting and/or adhesion of the ink on the print head. The textured surface includes a rim formed around the nozzle. Also described are methods for forming the textured superoleophobic ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate from silicon having the textured, oleophobic surface. 1. A process for preparing an ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate having a textured superoleophobic surface comprising:providing a silicon substrate having a front side and a back side;forming an ink reservoir in the back side of the silicon substrate;forming a textured pattern in the front side of the silicon substrate through photolithography;forming one or more holes into the silicon substrate for form one or more nozzle holes for the ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate;forming a ring around a circumference of the one or more nozzle holes; andmodifying the textured silicon surface by disposing a conformal oleophobic coating thereon, to form an ink jet print head front face or nozzle plate having one or more nozzle holes and a textured superoleophobic surface.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the ink reservoir has a diameter of from about 20 to about 200 micrometers.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the ink reservoir has a depth of from about 300 to about 2000 micrometers.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the one or more holes are formed in the silicon substrate by etching through photolithography.5. The process of claim 1 , wherein the one or more nozzle holes have a diameter of from about 20 to about 60 micrometers.6. The process of claim 1 , wherein the one or more nozzle holes have a depth of from about 10 to about 60 micrometers.7. The process of claim 1 , wherein a precursor for the oleophobic conformal coating is tridecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,2-tetrahydrooctyltrichlorosilane claim 1 , tridecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 ...

PATTERNED METALLIZATION ON POLYIMIDE APERTURE PLATE FOR LASER-ABLATED NOZZEL

An aperture plate for a print head of a printer can include a first layer having a first emissivity which is covered by a second layer having a second emissivity which is less than the first emissivity. In an embodiment, the second layer can be etched at nozzle locations to form openings in the second layer which have widths/areas greater than widths/areas of nozzles formed in the first layer. In another embodiment, the second layer can have a smaller thickness at the nozzle locations and a larger thickness away from the nozzle locations. Forming the openings in the second layer which are larger than the nozzles, or forming the second layer thinner at the nozzle locations prior to forming the nozzles, can provide a well-formed nozzle and an aperture plate having a low emissivity. 1. A method for forming a print head aperture plate , comprising:covering a first layer having a first emissivity with a second layer having a second emissivity, wherein the first emissivity is higher than the second emissivity;patterning the second layer by removing at least a portion of the second layer from a nozzle location and leaving at least a portion of the first layer at the nozzle location; andafter patterning the second layer, forming at least one nozzle through the first layer.2. The method of wherein patterning the second layer comprises the use of at least one of photolithography or a lift-off process.3. The method of wherein patterning the second removes a complete thickness of the second material to expose the first material.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising:forming a patterned mask having at least one opening therein which exposes the second layer at the nozzle location, wherein the at least one opening in the patterned mask has a first area; andforming the at least one nozzle having a second area which is less than the first area.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising:forming the patterned mask such that the at least one opening is circular;forming the ...

Enhancing superoleophobicity and reducing adhesion through multi-scale roughness by ald/cvd technique in inkjet application

Various embodiments provide a device having a multi-scale superoleophobic surface and methods for forming and using the device, wherein a particulate composite layer including metal-containing particulates is formed on a textured micron-/sub-micron surface of a semiconductor layer to provide device with multi-scale rough surface.

Orally Disintegrating Compositions of Linaclotide

The present invention relates to orally disintegrating or dissolving pharmaceutical compositions comprising linaclotide or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, as well to various methods and processes for the preparation and use of the compositions.

Polymeric conjugates of adenine nucleoside analogs

The present invention relates to polymeric conjugates of adenine nucleoside analogs. In particular, the invention relates to multi-arm polyethylene glycol conjugates of adenine nucleoside analogs and use thereof. The present invention, more specifically, provides polymeric conjugates of toyocamycin and its derivatives. Furthermore, the present invention provides a method for preparing the polymeric conjugates of adenine nucleoside analogs and a method of using the same for treating a cancer, inhibiting the growth or proliferation of cancer cells, treating a viral infection, treating a disease or condition associated with abnormal expression of VEGF. Most polymeric conjugates of toyocamycin was stable in PBS but released toyocamycin in vivo to provided inhibition of cancer cell growth.

Process and structure for inkjet printhead including a coverlay

A method and structure for an ink jet printhead aperture plate assembly which can be part of an ink jet printhead and an ink jet printer. The present teachings can include the use of a protective coverlay interposed between a press plate of a press and an anti-wetting coating on a polyimide layer which forms part of the aperture plate assembly. The coverlay can include a base material which has an elastic modulus which is at least a specified value. An embodiment of the present teachings can form an aperture plate assembly and an ink jet printhead having reduced dimpling and deformation around a nozzle opening in the aperture plate assembly.

Superoleophobic glass devices and their methods

Various embodiments provide materials and methods for a superoleophobic device, which can include a conformal oleophobic coating disposed on glass pillars and/or stripe-shaped glass structures on a glass substrate to provide the device with a textured superoleophobic surface.

Linaclotide for the Treatment of Chronic Constipation

The invention provides methods for treating a patient with chronic constipation by administering a therapeutically effective dose of linaclotide. 182-. (canceled)83. A method of treating a patient with chronic constipation , comprising administering a therapeutically effective dose of linaclotide once a day.84. The method according to claim 83 , wherein the therapeutically effective dose is administered once a day in the morning or at least 30 minutes before ingestion of food.85. The method according to claim 83 , wherein the therapeutically effective dose is 100 to 600 μg linaclotide.86. The method according to claim 83 , wherein the linaclotide is administered for a period of greater than four weeks or twelve weeks claim 83 , wherein linaclotide is administered:each day of the week;at least once a week;at least twice a week;at least three times a week;at least four times a week;at least five times a week; orat least six times a week.88. The method of claim 87 , wherein the pharmaceutical composition contains about 150 μg or about 300 μg of linaclotide.89. The method according to claim 87 , wherein the linaclotide is provided as a capsule or tablet.90. The method according to claim 83 , wherein the administering increases the number of complete spontaneous bowel movements (CSBMs) by the patient by at least one CSBM per week compared to the number of CSBMs by said patient prior to treatment with linaclotide.91. The method according to claim 83 , wherein the administering decreases abdominal discomfort claim 83 , decreases bloating claim 83 , decreases constipation severity claim 83 , improves stool consistency claim 83 , decreases straining during defecation claim 83 , or improves patient assessment of constipation quality of life in said patient compared to said patient prior to treatment with linaclotide.92. The method according to claim 83 , wherein the administering improves at least two symptoms in a patient compared to said symptoms prior to linaclotide ...

Method for Detecting False Wake Conditions of a Portable Electronic Device

There is described a portable electronic device capable of detecting false wake conditions, and a method thereof. The portable electronic device comprises a sensor circuit and a display. The sensor circuit detects double tap data associated with user input and motion data subsequent to the double tap data within a predetermined time period. The sensor circuit also determines whether the motion data corresponds to at least one criterion associated with non-user input. The display wakes from a sleep state in response to the sensor circuit determining that the motion data corresponds to the at least one criterion. For some embodiments, the sensor circuit includes a motion sensor to detect the motion data and a sensor hub to determine whether the motion data corresponds to the at least one criterion. 1. A method of a portable electronic device for detecting false wake conditions , the portable electronic device including a sensor circuit and a display , the method comprising:detecting, at the sensor circuit, double tap data associated with user input and motion data subsequent to the double tap data within a predetermined time period;determining, at the sensor circuit, whether motion data corresponds to at least one criterion associated with non-user input;waking the display from a sleep state in response to determining that the motion data corresponds to the at least one criterion.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising maintaining the display at the sleep state in response to determining that the motion data does not correspond to the at least one criterion claim 1 , and waiting to detect at the sensor circuit a second double tap data and second motion data subsequent to the second double tap data.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:{'sub': x', 'y', 'z, 'sup': 2', '2', '2, 'the motion data is based on average total acceleration after double tap, the average total acceleration being associated with √{square root over (α+α+α)}; and'}the average total acceleration ...

Self cleaning printhead

A printhead has a nozzle plate, having an array of nozzles through which ink is expelled, a low adhesion, oleophobic polymer coating on a front face of the nozzle plate. A printer has a source of solid ink, a heater arranged to-heat the solid ink and convert it to liquid ink, and a printhead, the printhead having a nozzle plate, having an of nozzles through which ink is expelled, a low adhesion, oleophobic polymer coating on a front face of the nozzle plate, the coating selected to dispel the liquid ink prior to the liquid ink returning to solid form, and a wiper positioned to wipe the front face of the nozzle plate.

PROCESS FOR THERMALLY STABLE OLEOPHOBIC LOW ADHESION COATING FOR INKJET PRINTHEAD FRONT FACE

A coating for an ink jet printhead front face, wherein the coating comprises an oleophobic low adhesion coating having high thermal stability as indicated by less than about 15 percent weight loss when heated to up to 300° C., and wherein a drop of ultra-violet (UV) gel ink or a drop of solid ink exhibits a contact angle of greater than about 45° and sliding angle of less than about 30° with a surface of the coating, wherein the coating maintains the contact angle and sliding angle after the coating has been exposed to a temperature of at least 200° C. for at least 30 minutes. 1. A coating for an ink jet printhead front face , wherein the coating comprises:an oleophobic low adhesion coating having high thermal stability as indicated by less than about 15 percent weight loss when heated to up to 300° C., and wherein a drop of ultra-violet (UV) gel ink or a drop of solid ink exhibits a contact angle of greater than about 45° and sliding angle of less than about 30° with a surface of the coating, wherein the coating maintains the contact angle and sliding angle after the coating has been exposed to a temperature of at least 200° C. for at least 30 minutes.2. The coating of claim 1 , wherein the sliding angle of less than about 20°.3. The coating of claim 1 , wherein the coating exhibits a contact angle of greater than about for 45° for a drop of UV gel ink or a drop of solid ink with the surface of the oleophobic low adhesion coating after the oleophobic low adhesion coating has been exposed to the temperature for at least 30 minutes.4. The coating of claim 1 , wherein the contact angle is greater than about 55°.5. The coating of claim 1 , wherein the coating exhibit a contact angle of greater than about for 45° for a drop of UV gel ink or a drop of solid ink with the surface of the oleophobic low adhesion coating after the coating has been exposed to:a first curing treatment at a temperature in a range between 130° C. and 150° C. for a period of time in a range ...

Method for Detecting Wake Conditions of a Portable Electronic Device

There is described a portable electronic device capable of detecting wake conditions comprising a motion sensor, a touch sensor and a processor. The motion sensor is configured to detect tap data associated with user input within a predetermined time period. The touch sensor is configured to detect touch data associated with the user input within the predetermined time period. The touch sensor is activated in response to detecting the tap data at the motion sensor. The processor is configured to determine whether the touch data corresponds to at least one touch criterion, and activate a function of the portable electronic device in response to determining that the touch data corresponds to the at least one touch criterion. 1. A method of a portable electronic device for detecting wake conditions , the portable electronic device including a motion sensor and a touch sensor , the method comprising:detecting, at the motion sensor, tap data associated with user input within a predetermined time period;activating the touch sensor in response to detecting the tap data at the motion sensor;detecting, at the touch sensor, touch data associated with the user input within the predetermined time period;determining whether the touch data corresponds to at least one touch criterion; andactivating a function of the portable electronic device in response to determining that the touch data corresponds to the at least one touch criterion.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein detecting touch data associated with the user input within the predetermined time period includes detecting the touch data at the touch sensor subsequent to detecting the tap data at the motion sensor within the predetermined time period.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining whether the touch data corresponds to at least one touch criterion includes determining claim 1 , at a processor claim 1 , whether the touch data corresponds to the at least one touch criterion stored at a memory of the portable ...

Treatments for Gastrointestinal Disorders

The present invention features peptides, compositions, and related methods for treating gastrointestinal disorders and conditions, including but not limited to, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenogastric reflux, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia, visceral pain, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), disorders and conditions associated with constipation, and other conditions and disorders are described herein, using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor. 1100-. (canceled)101. A peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide comprises the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr , wherein{'sub': '1-6', 'at least one carboxyl group of the peptide is an alkyl ester having the formula (—COOR) in which R is a Calkyl.'}103. The peptide of claim 102 , wherein at least one R′ is methyl claim 102 , ethyl claim 102 , or propyl.108. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein the peptide consists of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr claim 101 , wherein{'sub': '1-6', 'at least one carboxyl group of the peptide is an alkyl ester having the formula (—COOR) in which R is a Calkyl.'}110. The peptide of claim 109 , wherein at least one R′ is methyl claim 109 , ethyl or propyl.117. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein the peptide activates the guanylate cyclase C receptor.118. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein the peptide comprises 30 claim 101 , 20 claim 101 , or fewer amino acids claim 101 , wherein fewer than five amino acids precede the first Cys residue of the amino acid sequence.119. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein said peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is isolated or purified.120. A ...

Formulations Comprising Linaclotide

The present invention relates to stable compositions comprising linaclotide, as well as to various methods and processes for the preparation and use of the compositions. 1. A pharmaceutical composition comprising linaclotide and a stabilizing amount of a polymer , a stabilizing amount of a sterically hindered primary amine , or a stabilizing amount of a cation , or a combination or mixture thereof.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is a tablet or capsule.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition releases at least 80% of the linaclotide within 30 minutes or within 15 minutes of entering a use environment.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition releases at least 80% of the linaclotide within 30 minutes or within 15 minutes of entering an agitated buffer solution have a pH of 4.5.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises between 0.01 and 10%; between 0.01 and 4%; or between 0.01 and 2% by weight of a polymer claim 1 , relative to the total weight of the composition.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the polymer is polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP) claim 1 , polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) claim 1 , hydroxylpropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC) claim 1 , hydroxylpropyl cellulose (HPC) claim 1 , methyl cellulose claim 1 , methacrylate polymers claim 1 , cyclodextrin claim 1 , dextran claim 1 , polyacrylic acid claim 1 , chitosan claim 1 , guar gum claim 1 , xanthan gum claim 1 , polyethylene polypropylene oxide claim 1 , poly(sodium vinylsulfonate) claim 1 , polyethylene glycol claim 1 , poly(arginine) claim 1 , poly carbophil claim 1 , polyvinyl pyrrolidone-co-vinyl acetate claim 1 , a poloxamer (PLURONIC®) claim 1 , or a combination or mixture thereof.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises a molar ratio of sterically hindered primary amine to linaclotide between 100:1 and 1:1; between 100:1 and 30:1; or 60:1 and 30:1.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the sterically hindered ...

Method and equipment for controlling mobile station to switch between different wireless communication systems

The present invention relates to a method and an equipment for controlling the mobile station to switch between different wireless communication systems and belongs to the technical field of data transmission in the wireless communication systems. In order to resolve the problem that there are no means in the prior art to effectively control the mobile station to switch between different wireless communication systems at specified position, the present invention uses different network identifications to distinguish different wireless communication systems, and a set of wireless transceiver modules is mounted on the mobile station to associate with wireless communication system, and a set of independent receiving modules is mounted to receive the switch command from the ground sending device, the ground sending device sends the switch command when the mobile station passes the switching point; after receiving this switch command, the mobile station modifies its network identification according to the network identification comprised in the switch command for the target switching wireless communication system, and cuts off the link with the current wireless communication system and establishes the link with the target switching wireless communication system. This solution could realize the controlled switching for the mobile station between multiple overlapping wireless communication systems, and reduce the rate of wrong switching.

POST-MOUNTED LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (LED) DEVICE-BASED LAMP AND POWER SUPPLY FOR SAME

A post mounted lamp includes: a lamp post; one or more light emitting diode (LED) devices disposed proximate to the top of the lamp post; a power factor (PF) correction circuit disposed proximate to the bottom of the lamp post; wires disposed in the lamp post to deliver PF corrected electrical power from the PF correction circuit to the one or more LED devices; and circuitry disposed proximate to the top of the lamp post to operate the one or more LED devices using the PF corrected electrical power. 1. A lighting apparatus comprising:a light head comprising one or more light emitting diode (LED) devices;a lamp post supporting the light head at an elevated position;a power conversion circuit disposed in the lamp post below and spaced apart from the light head, the power conversion circuit converting input AC electrical power having frequency of less than 100 hertz to transfer electrical power selected from a group consisting of (i) DC electrical power and (ii) high frequency AC electrical power having frequency of at least 400 Hertz; andcircuitry disposed in the light head and electrically connected with the power conversion circuit via electrical wires running through the lamp post, the circuitry disposed in the light head being configured to operate the one or more LED devices of the light head using the transfer electrical power.2. The lighting apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the lamp post includes a base and the power conversion circuit is disposed in the base.3. The lighting apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the power conversion circuit is disposed proximate to the bottom of the post at a height of no more than two meters and the lamp post supports the light head at a height of at least three meters.4. The lighting apparatus as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the power conversion circuit comprises a power factor (PF) correction circuit that performs power factor (PF) correction on the input AC electrical power.5. The lighting apparatus as ...

Method for Managing Screen Orientation of a Portable Electronic Device

There is described a portable electronic device capable of managing screen orientation. The portable electronic device comprises a display, a motion sensor, an image sensor and a processor. The display provides an image at a first orientation. The motion sensor attempts to detect a rotation of the portable electronic device. The image sensor attempts to detect one or more body features. The processor determines a second orientation of the image at the display based on the rotation detected at the motion sensor and/or the body feature or features detected at the image sensor. The portable electronic device may determine an orientation of the image at the display in response to detecting the rotation at the motion sensor and/or the body feature or features at the image sensor. 1. A method of a portable electronic device for managing screen orientation , the portable electronic device including a display , a motion sensor and an image sensor , the method comprising:attempting to detect a rotation at the motion sensor;attempting to detect at least one body feature at the image sensor; anddetermining an orientation of an image at the display in response to detecting at least one of the rotation at the motion sensor or the at least one body feature at the image sensor.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:providing the image that the display at a first orientation before attempting to detect the rotation at the motion sensor; andproviding the image at the display at a second orientation after determining the orientation of the image at the display.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein attempting to detect the rotation at the motion sensor includes detecting the rotation about an axis substantially orthogonal to a planar surface of the display.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising activating the image sensor in response to attempting to detect the rotation at the motion sensor.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein attempting to detect the at least one body ...

SYNTHESIS OF THIOHYDANTOINS

A novel synthesis of the anti-androgen, A52, which has been found to be useful in the treatment of prostate cancer, is provided. A52 as well as structurally related analogs may be prepared via the inventive route. This new synthetic scheme may be used to prepare kilogram scale quantities of pure A52. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of coupling comprises irradiating the reaction mixture with microwaves.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of coupling comprises acid hydrolysis of an imidohydantoin intermediate.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of coupling comprises adding thiophosgene to the reaction mixture in DMF and heating overnight at approximately 60° C.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of coupling comprises acid hydrolysis of an imidohydantoin intermediate.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the step of coupling comprises irradiating the reaction mixture with microwaves.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein the step of coupling comprises thiophosgene.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the step of coupling is performed in N claim 11 ,N-dimethylacetamide as the solvent.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the step of coupling is performed at approximately 60° C.14. The method of claim 11 , wherein the step of coupling further comprises acid hydrolysis of an imidohydantoin intermediate. The present application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §120 to and is a continuation of U.S. patent application, U.S. Ser. No. 12/450,423, filed Apr. 5, 2010, which claims priority to and is a national stage filing under 35 U.S.C. §371 of international PCT application, PCT/US2008/058429, filed Mar. 27, 2008, which claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) to U.S. provisional patent applications, U.S. Ser. No. 60/908,280, filed Mar. 27, 2007, and U.S. Ser. No. 60/909,195, filed Mar. 30, 2007, each of which is incorporated herein by reference.This invention was made with U.S. Government support under grant number P01 129243 awarded by the ...

Apparatus and Method for Automated Data Selection in Model Identification and Adaptation in Multivariable Process Control

A computer-based apparatus and method for automated data screening and selection in model identification and model adaptation in multivariable process control is disclosed. Data sample status information, PID control loop associations and internally built MISO (Multi-input, Single-output) predictive models are employed to automatically screen individual time-series of data, and based on various criteria bad data is automatically identified and marked for removal. The resulting plant step test/operational data is also repaired by interpolated replacement values substituted for certain removed bad data that satisfy some conditions. Computer implemented data point interconnection and adjustment techniques are provided to guarantee smooth/continuous replacement values. 1. A method of screening and selecting data automatically for model identification and model adaptation in a multivariable predictive controller (MPC) , the method comprising:given an online controller having an existing model, in a processor:loading process data from a subject process and storing said process data in a database accessible by said model;using a rule-based data selector, automatically detecting and excluding data segments of the stored process data that are unsuitable for model quality estimation and for model identification;validating the excluded data segments to minimize the data loss from bad data segments being excluded;repairing certain data segments of said stored process data to maximize usage of data in a MPC application; andupdating said existing model using resulting process data as stored in the database.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein using a rule-based data selector for detecting and excluding data segments of stored process data that are unsuitable for model quality estimation and for model identification comprises the steps of:a. collecting process data variables and storing collected process data variables in said database at a given sampling frequency as time series ...

Process for Removing Ammonium from a Wastewater Stream

A process that utilizes ammonium oxidizing bacteria (AOB) and anaerobic ammonium oxidizing (ANAMMOX) bacteria to remove ammonium from a wastewater stream. Sludge separated from the wastewater in a mainstream is processed in a sidestream that includes an anaerobic digester, a dewatering system, and a biofilm reactor. The anaerobic digester produces digested sludge that is dewatered, producing reject water that includes a relatively high ammonium concentration and a relatively low organic carbon concentration and a relatively high temperature. The reject water is treated in a sidestream deammonification biofilm reactor that includes biofilm carriers seeded with AOB and ANAMMOX bacteria that are effective to remove ammonium from the reject water. In order to remove ammonium from the wastewater in the mainstream, the AOB and ANAMMOX bacteria on the media carriers is utilized to contact the wastewater in the mainstream and to remove ammonium therefrom. Because of the conditions in the mainstream, after a period of time, the AOB and ANAMMOX bacteria does not efficiently remove ammonium. To rejuvenate the AOB and ANAMMOX bacteria on the biofilm carriers, the AOB and ANAMMOX bacteria is again contacted with the reject water in the sidestream biofilm reactor where conditions are favorable for the growth and proliferation of the AOB and ANAMMOX bacteria. 1. A method of biologically treating wastewater in a wastewater treatment system to remove carbon and ammonium from the wastewater , the method comprising: 1. separating primary sludge from the wastewater and producing a primary effluent having a relatively low ammonium concentration and a relatively low temperature;', '2. directing the primary effluent to at least one mainstream reactor;, 'A. treating the wastewater in a mainstream including3. biologically treating the wastewater in the mainstream reactor to remove carbon from the wastewater and producing a secondary effluent and secondary sludge; 1. directing the sludge to ...

Stable Solid Formulation of GC-C Receptor Agonist Polypeptide Suitable for Oral Administration

Solid, stable formulations of linaclotide suitable for oral administration are described herein as are methods for preparing such formulations. The formulations described herein contain a polypeptide consisting of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr (“linaclotide”; SEQ ID NO:1) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The linaclotide formulations described herein are stable and have a sufficient shelf life for manufacturing, storing and distributing the drug.

Process for thermally stable oleophobic low adhesion coating for inkjet printhead front face

A coating for an ink jet printhead front face, wherein the coating comprises an oleophobic low adhesion coating having high thermal stability as indicated by less than about 15 percent weight loss when heated to up to 300° C., and wherein a drop of ultra-violet (UV) gel ink or a drop of solid ink exhibits a contact angle of greater than about 50° and sliding angle of less than about 30° with a surface of the coating, wherein the coating maintains the contact angle and sliding angle after the coating has been exposed to a temperature of at least 260° C. for at least 30 minutes.

ADJUSTMENT OF A TASK EXECUTION PLAN AT RUNTIME

Embodiments of adjustment of a task execution plan at runtime by a task execution engine configured to receive a plan compilation task, the plan compilation task comprising a task execution plan, are provided. An aspect includes receiving a first plan compilation task by the task execution engine through a plan compilation interface. Another aspect includes modifying a task execution plan of the first plan compilation task in response to receiving a second plan compilation task by the task execution engine, the second plan compilation task comprising a task execution plan for modifying the task execution plan of the first plan compilation task. Yet another aspect includes reading a next task in the task execution plan of the first plan compilation task and initiating the next task by the task execution engine. 1. A method of adjustment of a task execution plan at runtime by a task execution engine configured to receive a plan compilation task , the plan compilation task comprising a task execution plan , the method comprising:receiving a first plan compilation task by the task execution engine through a plan compilation interface;modifying a task execution plan of the first plan compilation task in response to receiving a second plan compilation task by the task execution engine, the second plan compilation task comprising a task execution plan for modifying the task execution plan of the first plan compilation task; andreading a next task in the task execution plan of the first plan compilation task and initiating the next task by the task execution engine.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the task execution plan designates a scope claim 1 , an execution sequence claim 1 , and context information of a plurality of tasks included in the task execution plan.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the task execution plan in the second plan compilation task comprises at least one of following modifications to the task execution plan of the first plan ...

METHOD AN APPARATUS FOR LEVELING A PRINTED IMAGE AND PREVENTING IMAGE OFFSET

An approach is provided for contact leveling an image applied to a media substrate. The approach involves causing, at least in part, a contact leveling member comprising at least one textured surface configured to repel one or more inks to level an image applied to the media substrate. The at least one textured surface may comprise one or more micro/nano structures configured to cause, at least in part, the at least one textured surface to have an ink contact angle greater than 100° and a sliding angle less than 30° when the at least one textured surface contacts the one or more inks. 1. An apparatus useful in printing comprising:a contact leveling member configured to level an image applied to a media substrate, the contact leveling member comprising at least one textured surface configured to repel one or more inks.2. An apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one textured surface comprises one or more micro/nano structures configured to cause claim 1 , at least in part claim 1 , the at least one textured surface to have an ink contact angle greater than 100° and a sliding angle less than 30° when the at least one textured surface contacts the one or more inks.3. An apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least one textured surface comprises one or more of an array of pillars claim 2 , an array of pillars having one or more overhang re-entrant structures claim 2 , and an array of pillars having textured sidewalk.4. An apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the one or more micro/nano structures comprise an array of pillars having a pillar height of about 100 nm to about 10 micrometers.5. An apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least one textured surface comprises an array of pillars having a pillar diameter of about 100 nm to about 10 micrometers and having a center-to-center distance of about 100 nm to about 12 micrometers.6. An apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the one or more micro/nano structures form one or more groove patterns claim 2 , one or more groove patterns ...

METHOD FOR PREPARING STABLE-TYPE VITAMIN A MICROCAPSULES CONTINUOUSLY

A method for continuously preparing stable-type vitamin A microcapsules is disclosed. The method comprises the following steps: adding vitamin A crystals and an antioxidant into a crystal melter continuously according to a certain ratio under the protection of nitrogen to prepare vitamin A melting oil containing the antioxidant; pumping the above melting oil into a high gravity rotary packed bed emulsifier with a liquid distributor by a pump, and pumping aqueous solution containing gellable modified starch into the above high gravity rotary packed bed emulsifier after deoxidation treatment to obtain vitamin A emulsion at the outlet of the high gravity rotary packed bed emulsifier; and atomizing and spraying the emulsion continuously in a cooled starch bed for granulating, and performing fluidization drying and gelation treatment in a fluidized bed by taking nitrogen as a drying medium to obtain the stable-type vitamin A microcapsules. Above method has the advantage of capability of continuous production, and has good embedding effect due to adopting the gellable modified starch, granulating and gelation treatment, thus the product has good storage stability. 1. A method for continuously preparing stabilized vitamin A microcapsules , characterized in that the method comprises the following steps:1) under the protection of nitrogen gas, continuously adding vitamin A crystals and an antioxidant in a weight ratio of 100:1˜5 into a crystal melter, melting at 65˜75° C., to form vitamin A melting oil containing the antioxidant;2) dissolving gellable modified starch in water at 65˜75° C., to form aqueous solution of 30˜40% modified starch, and deoxygenating at a vacuum of −0.07˜−0.08 MPa for 1˜2 hours;3) pumping the vitamin A melting oil into a high gravity rotary packed bed emulsifier equipped with a liquid distributor; meanwhile, pumping the deoxygenated aqueous solution of modified starch into the same high gravity rotary packed bed emulsifier, to obtain a vitamin A ...

METHOD OF MAKING SUPEROLEOPHOBIC RE-ENTRANT RESIST STRUCTURES

A device and method for preparing a device having a superoleophobic surface are disclosed. The method includes providing a substrate; coating a lift-off resist layer on the substrate; baking the lift-off resist layer; layering a photoresist layer on the lift-off resist layer; performing photolithography to create a textured pattern in the photoresist layer and the lift-off resist layer, and chemically modifying the textured pattern to create a superoleophobic surface. 1. A method comprising:providing a substrate;coating a lift-off resist layer on the substratebaking the lift-off resist layer;depositing a photoresist on the baked lift-off resist layer to create a layered structure;baking the photoresist layer;exposing the photoresist layer to UV radiation;optionally baking the exposed photoresist layer;developing the photoresist layer;developing the lift-off resist layer to create a textured pattern;optionally etching the textured pattern; andmodifying a surface of the textured pattern to create a superoleophobic surface.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the modifying includes disposing at least one chemical modifier selected from the group consisting of fluorosilane layers synthesized from tridecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,2-tetrahydrooctyltrichlorosilane claim 1 , tridecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,2-tetrahydrooctyltrimethoxysilane claim 1 , tridecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,2-tetrahydrooctyltriethoxysilane claim 1 , heptadecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,2-tetrahydrooctyltrichlorosilane claim 1 , heptadecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,2-tetrahydrooctyltrimethoxysilane claim 1 , and heptadecafluoro-1 claim 1 ,1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,2-tetrahydrooctyltriethoxysilane claim 1 , a perfluoropolyether polymer and an amorphous fluoropolymer copolymerized from tetrafluoroethylene and 2 claim 1 ,2-bis-trifluoromethyl-4 claim 1 ,5-difluoro-1 claim 1 ,3-dioxole claim 1 , or combinations thereof claim 1 , on the surface ...

THERMAL BUBBLE JETTING MECHANISM, METHOD OF JETTING AND METHOD OF MAKING THE MECHANISM

A thermal bubble jetting device including a substrate. A superoleophobic, textured surface is positioned on the substrate. The textured surface comprises one or more gaps configured for holding a gas. A receptacle is positioned in fluid communication with the textured surface. Both an inlet and nozzle are in fluid communication with the receptacle. The device includes a heater mechanism configured to expand a gas in the one or more gaps so as to sufficiently increase pressure in the receptacle to force liquid through the nozzle. 1. A thermal bubble jetting device , comprising:a substrate;a superoleophobic, textured surface positioned on the substrate, the textured surface comprising one or more gaps configured for holding a gas;a receptacle positioned in fluid communication with the textured surface;an inlet and a nozzle, both the inlet and nozzle being in fluid communication with the receptacle; anda heater mechanism configured to expand a gas in the one or more gaps so as to sufficiently increase pressure in the receptacle to force liquid through the nozzle.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the textured surface comprises alternating high and low surfaces.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the textured surface comprises an array of pillars.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the pillars comprise silicon coated with a fluorinated material.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the pillars have a width dimension ranging from about 0.1 microns to about 10 microns; and a height dimension ranging from about 0.5 microns to about 50 microns.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the textured surface is coated with a fluorinated material.7. The device of claim 6 , wherein the fluorinated material is chosen from fluoropolymers claim 6 , fluorosilanes or mixtures thereof.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the textured surface comprises a plurality of ridges.9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the receptacle is configured to hold a volume of a substance to be jetted.10. The device of ...

POLYMERIC CONJUGATES AND METHODS OF PREPARING THE SAME

Methods of preparing polymer target conjugates which are substantially free of polymer attachment on the N-terminal of the targets are provided. Also provided are compositions comprising a plurality of polymer-polypeptide conjugates, said polymer-polypeptide conjugate comprising a polypeptide covalently attached to at least one polymer through an epsilon amino group of a Lysine or a Histidine found on the polypeptide and said conjugates containing less than 5% of the polymer-polypeptide conjugates having a polymer attached to the N-terminal of the polypeptide; and polymer target conjugates comprising a target moiety selected from the group consisting of polypeptides, proteins and the like having at least one polymer attached thereto at a site which is not the N-terminal of the target. 1. A method of preparing a polymer target conjugate which is substantially free of polymer attachment on the N-terminal of said target , said target being selected from the group consisting of proteins , peptides , and the like , comprising:(a) reacting a target with a capping reagent under conditions to selectively cap the N-terminal of the target;(b) reacting the N-terminal-capped target with an activated polymer under conditions to allow polymer attachment to at least one site on the N-terminal-capped target to form a polymer-target conjugate which is substantially free of polymer attachment on the N-terminal of said target.2. The method of further comprising isolating the polymer-target conjugate which is substantially free of polymer attachment on the N-terminal of said target resulting from step (b).3. The method of further comprising deprotecting the N-terminal of the polymer-target conjugate.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein said conditions to selectively cap the N-terminal of the target include reacting the target with the capping reagent at pH of from about 4.0 to about 7.0.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein said conditions further comprise reducing the bond attaching the ...

Treatments for Gastrointestinal Disorders

The present invention features peptides, compositions, and related methods for treating gastrointestinal disorders and conditions, including but not limited to, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenogastric reflux, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia, visceral pain, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), disorders and conditions associated with constipation, and other conditions and disorders are described herein, using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor. 1100-. (canceled)101. A peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide comprises the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr , wherein{'sub': '1-6', 'at least one carboxyl group of the peptide is an alkyl ester having the formula (—COOR) in which R is a Calkyl.'}103. The peptide of claim 102 , wherein at least one R′ is methyl claim 102 , ethyl claim 102 , or propyl.108. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein the peptide consists of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr claim 101 , wherein{'sub': '1-6', 'at least one carboxyl group of the peptide is an alkyl ester having the formula (—COOR) in which R is a Calkyl.'}110. The peptide of claim 109 , wherein at least one R′ is methyl claim 109 , ethyl or propyl.117. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein the peptide activates the guanylate cyclase C receptor.118. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein the peptide comprises 30 claim 101 , 20 claim 101 , or fewer amino acids claim 101 , wherein fewer than five amino acids precede the first Cys residue of the amino acid sequence.119. The peptide of claim 101 , wherein said peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is isolated or purified.120. A ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ACTIVATING A FUNCTION OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE

A method and apparatus for activating a function of the electronic device is disclosed herewith. The method includes detecting a first input by a motion sensor. Further, the method activates a touch sensor of the electronic device in response to detecting the first input. The method then detects a second input by the motion sensor within a predetermined time period from the first input. Next, the method determines, in response to detecting the second input, whether contact has occurred at the touch sensor and activates a function of the electronic device in response to determining that contact has occurred at the touch sensor when the second input is detected. 120-. (canceled)21. A method comprising:receiving, by at least one processor of an electronic device, from a first sensor of the electronic device, a first interrupt signal indicating that the first sensor detected a first sensor input;responsive to receiving the first interrupt signal, activating, by the at least one processor, a second sensor of the electronic device that detects intentional and unintentional user inputs;receiving, by the at least one processor, from the first sensor, a second interrupt signal indicating that the first sensor detected a second sensor input;determining, by the at least one processor, based on the first interrupt signal and the second interrupt signal, that the second sensor has detected an intentional user input that activates a function of the electronic device; andresponsive to determining that the second sensor has detected the intentional user input, activating, by the at least one processor, the function of the electronic device.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein determining that the second sensor has detected the intentional user input is in response to determining that the second interrupt signal was received within a predetermined time period after the first interrupt signal.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the function of the electronic device is activated ...

Computer System and Method for Batch Data Alignment with Active Learning In Batch Process Modeling, Monitoring, And Control

Computer-based methods and systems provide automated batch data alignment for a batch production industrial process. An example embodiment selects a reference batch from batch data for a subject industrial process and configures batch alignment settings. In turn, a seed model configured to predict alignment quality given settings for one or more alignment hyperparameters is constructed. Collectively the selected reference batch, the configured batch alignment settings, the constructed seed model, and a set of representative batches, representative of the batch data for the industrial process, are used to perform at least one of: (i) automated active learning, (ii) interactive active learning, and (iii) guided learning to determine settings for the one or more alignment hyperparameters. Then, a batch alignment is performed using the determined settings for the one or more alignment hyperparameters and the configured batch alignment settings. The resulting aligned batch data of the subject industrial process enables improved modeling and control of batch productions by the subject industrial process. 1. A computer-implemented method for performing automated batch data alignment for a batch production industrial process , the method comprising:selecting a reference batch from batch data for an industrial process;configuring batch alignment settings;constructing a seed model configured to predict alignment quality given settings for one or more alignment hyperparameters;using the selected reference batch, the configured batch alignment settings, the constructed seed model, and a set of representative batches, representative of the batch data for the industrial process, performing at least one of: (i) automated active learning, (ii) interactive active learning, and (iii) guided learning to determine settings for the one or more alignment hyperparameters; andperforming batch alignment on a batch from the batch data for the industrial process using the determined settings ...

Visco-Pseudo-Elastic TTI FWI/RTM Formulation and Implementation

A method, including: obtaining, with a computer, an initial geophysical model; modeling, with a computer, a forward wavefield based on the initial geophysical model with wave equations including a second order z-derivative in a rotated coordinate system that accounts for a tilted transverse isotropic (TTI) medium; modeling, with a computer, an adjoint wavefield with adjoint wave equations including a second order z-derivative in a rotated coordinate system that accounts for a tilted transverse isotropic (TTI) medium, wherein the wave equations and the adjoint wave equations include relaxation terms accounting for anelasticity of earth in an update of a primary variable and an evolution relationship for the relaxation terms; and obtaining, with a computer, a gradient of a cost function based on a combination of a model of the forward wavefield and a model of the adjoint wavefield. 1. A method , comprising:obtaining, with a computer, an initial geophysical model;modeling, with a computer, a forward wavefield based on the initial geophysical model with wave equations including a second order z-derivative in a rotated coordinate system that accounts for a tilted transverse isotropic (TTI) medium;modeling, with a computer, an adjoint wavefield with adjoint wave equations including a second order z-derivative in a rotated coordinate system that accounts for a tilted transverse isotropic (TTI) medium,wherein the wave equations and the adjoint wave equations include relaxation terms accounting for anelasticity of earth in an update of a primary variable and an evolution relationship for the relaxation terms;obtaining, with a computer, a gradient of a cost function based on a combination of a model of the forward wavefield and a model of the adjoint wavefield; andupdating the initial geophysical model, with the computer, with an adjustment determined from the gradient of the cost function to obtain an updated geophysical model.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising ...

PLATINUM-BASED ALLOY CATALYST AND PREPARATION METHOD THEREFOR, MEMBRANE ELECTRODE, AND FUEL CELL

The disclosure includes a platinum-based alloy catalyst and a preparation method thereof, a membrane electrode and a fuel cell. The method for preparing the platinum-based alloy catalyst comprises the following steps: (1) preparing nano-sized alloy particles of platinum and 3d transition metal; (2) carrying out acid treatment on the alloy particles prepared in step (1); and (3) annealing the alloy particles treated in step (2). The size of the platinum-based alloy particles is controlled, an atom number ratio of platinum to transition metal in the platinum-based alloy is controlled, and then etching and dissolution of acid is combined so that an atom number ratio of platinum to transition metal is further controlled, subsequently annealing is carried out at high temperature. The prepared platinum-based alloy catalyst improves the stability and durability of the platinum-based alloy catalyst, which supports the large-scale application of the platinum-based alloy catalyst in the fuel cell. 1. A preparation method of a platinum-based alloy catalyst , comprising the following steps:(1) preparing nano-sized alloy particles of platinum and a 3d transition metal;(2) carrying out an acid treatment on the nano-sized alloy particles prepared in step (1), wherein the acid treatment is carried out at 40-90° C.; and(3) annealing the nano-sized alloy particles treated in step (2), wherein an annealing temperature is 100-200° C.2. The preparation method of the platinum-based alloy catalyst according to claim 1 , wherein in step (1) claim 1 , an atom number ratio of platinum to the 3d transition metal in the nano-sized alloy particles is controlled to be 1:(1-5).3. The preparation method of the platinum-based alloy catalyst according to claim 2 , wherein in step (1) claim 2 , the atom number ratio of platinum to the 3d transition metal in the nano-sized alloy particles is controlled to be 1:(1-3).4. The preparation method of the platinum-based alloy catalyst according to claim 1 , ...

PASSIVE STYLUS WITH RFID-ENABLED SENSING

In embodiments of a passive stylus with RFID-enabled sensing, a computing device includes a touchscreen that senses touch contact, and includes an RFID interrogator to interrogate passive RFID tags. The stylus includes a conductive tip designed for interaction with the touchscreen of the computing device. The stylus integrates a pressure sensor that senses pressure when the conductive tip of the stylus contacts the touchscreen. The stylus also includes at least one RFID antenna that is positioned in a body of the stylus to prevent detuning the RFID antenna when the stylus is held for use. The passive RFID tag can receive pressure sensor data from the pressure sensor in the stylus, and the passive RID tag can be read by the RFID interrogator to determine the pressure applied to the conductive tip of the stylus in order determine whether the stylus is contacting the touchscreen or only hovering above it. 1. A stylus , comprising:a conductive tip configured to interact with a touchscreen of a computing device;a pressure sensor configured to sense pressure when the conductive tip contacts the touchscreen; anda passive RFID tag configured to receive pressure sensor data from the pressure sensor, the passive RFID tag readable by the computing device to determine whether the conductive tip of the stylus is contacting the touchscreen, or whether the stylus is hovering above the touchscreen.2. The stylus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the passive RFID tag is further readable by the computing device to determine that the conductive tip of the stylus is contacting the touchscreen with minimal pressure applied.3. The stylus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensor data is readable from the passive RFID tag claim 1 , and wherein the pressure sensor data is utilized with a coordinate touch report to determine that the conductive tip of the stylus is contacting the touchscreen.4. The stylus as recited in claim 3 , wherein the pressure sensor is a multi-axis pressure ...

METHOD OF TREATING SLUDGE

The present invention relates to a method of treating sludge containing phosphorus, ammonia and magnesium and enhancing the dewaterability of the sludge. The sludge is directed into a biological fermenter operated under anaerobic conditions. By controlling the temperature of the sludge in the fermenter or the hydraulic retention time of the sludge in the fermenter, phosphorus, ammonia and magnesium is released from the solids in the sludge into a liquid forming a part of the sludge. Sludge from the fermenter is subjected to a solids-liquid separation process that produces a concentrated sludge and a liquid. The concentrated sludge or separated solids is directed to a thermal hydrolysis reactor that thermally hydrolyzes the concentrated sludge. After thermally hydrolyzing the concentrated sludge, the concentrated sludge is directed to an anaerobic digester that anaerobically digests the concentrated sludge. 1. A method of treating sludge including solids containing phosphorus , ammonia and magnesium and enhancing the dewaterability of the sludge , comprising:directing the sludge to a biological fermenter;biologically treating the sludge in the biological fermenter which is operated under anaerobic conditions;causing the solids to release phosphorus, ammonia and magnesium into a liquid forming a part of the sludge by maintaining: (1) the temperature of the sludge in the fermenter to a temperature within the range of 50° C.-70° C.; and/or (2) controlling the hydraulic retention time of the sludge in the fermenter to approximately 6 to approximately 10 hours;directing the sludge from the fermenter to a solids-liquid separator;separating the solids from the liquid containing the released phosphorus, ammonia and magnesium;directing the separated solids to a thermal hydrolysis reactor and thermally hydrolyzing the separated solids; andafter thermally hydrolyzing the separated solids, directing the separated solids to an anaerobic digester and anaerobically digesting the ...

WEBPAGE CUSTOMIZATION

Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a method, system, and computer program product for webpage customization. In some embodiments, a method is disclosed. According to the method, a webpage to be provided to a user is obtained. The webpage comprises at least a first element having a first set of style attributes. A second element matching the first element is determined from a set of elements customized for the user. The second element has a second set of style attributes. The webpage is customized for the user by applying at least part of the second set of style attributes to the first element. The customized webpage is provided to the user. In other embodiments, a system and a computer program product are disclosed. 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:obtaining, by one or more processors, a webpage to be provided to a user, the webpage comprising at least a first element having a first set of style attributes;determining, by the one or more processors, a second element matching the first element from a set of elements customized for the user, the second element having a second set of style attributes;customizing, by the one or more processors, the webpage for the user by applying at least part of the second set of style attributes to the first element; andproviding, by the one or more processors, the customized webpage to the user.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:obtaining, by the one or more processors, at least one webpage customized for the user; andextracting, by the one or more processors, the set of elements from the at least one webpage.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein obtaining the webpage includes claim 1 , intercepting claim 1 , by one or more processors responsive to a server where the webpage is stored sending the webpage to the user claim 1 , the webpage from the server.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the second element comprises:determining, by the one or more processors, a matching score between the ...

Orally Disintegrating Compositions of Linaclotide

The present invention relates to orally disintegrating or dissolving pharmaceutical compositions comprising linaclotide or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, as well as to various methods and processes for the preparation and use of the compositions. 1. An orally disintegrating or dissolving pharmaceutical composition comprising linaclotide , or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is an orally disintegrating or dissolving tablet.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition is an orally disintegrating or dissolving film.43. The composition of any of - claims 1 , wherein the composition releases at least 70% of the linaclotide contained therein within 30 seconds of entering a use environment.53. The composition of any of - claims 1 , wherein the composition releases at least 80% of the linaclotide contained therein within 30 seconds of entering a use environment.63. The composition of any of - claims 1 , wherein the composition has a disintegration rate of less than 40 seconds.73. The composition of any of - claims 1 , wherein the composition has a disintegration rate of less than 30 seconds.87. The composition of any of - claims 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a stabilizing amount of a polymer claims 1 , a stabilizing amount of a sterically hindered primary amine claims 1 , or a stabilizing amount of a cation claims 1 , or a combination or mixture thereof.98. The composition of any of - claims 1 , wherein the composition comprises a stabilizing amount of a polymer.10249. The composition of any of - and - claims 1 , wherein the composition is an orally disintegrating tablet claims 1 , and wherein the composition comprises 0.1 and 30% by weight of a polymer claims 1 , relative to the total weight of the composition.11249. The composition of any of - and - claims 1 , wherein the composition is an orally disintegrating tablet claims 1 , and wherein the composition comprises ...

Stable Solid Formulation of GC-C Receptor Agonist Polypeptide Suitable for Oral Administration

Solid, stable formulations of linaclotide suitable for oral administration are described herein as are methods for preparing such formulations. The formulations described herein contain a polypeptide consisting of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr (“linaclotide”; SEQ ID NO:1) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The linaclotide formulations described herein are stable and have a sufficient shelf life for manufacturing, storing and distributing the drug. 1. A pharmaceutical composition comprising linaclotide and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient , wherein the chromatographic purity of the linaclotide decreases by less than 10% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant.2. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 1 , wherein the chromatographic purity of the linaclotide decreases by less than 9% claim 1 , 8% claim 1 , 7% claim 1 , 6% claim 1 , 5% claim 1 , or 4% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant.3. A unit dosage form of a pharmaceutical composition comprising linaclotide and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient claim 1 , wherein the chromatographic purity of the linaclotide decreases by less than 10% after (a) 18 months of storage of the unit dosage form at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the unit dosage form at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant.4. The unit dosage form according to claim 3 , ...

Inkjet Printheads Containing Epoxy Adhesives and Methods for Fabrication Thereof

Inkjet printheads containing a first plate, a second plate, and a cured adhesive composition disposed between and bonding the first plate and the second plate. The cured adhesive composition has a glass transition temperature of greater than about 115° C. and is stable when exposed to acrylate monomer. Also, inkjet printheads having a first plate, a second plate, and a cured thin film adhesive disposed between and bonding to both of the first plate and the second plate. The cured thin film adhesive contains a polyimide film disposed between a cured first adhesive layer and a cured second adhesive layer. Methods of preparing such inkjet printheads. 1. An inkjet printhead comprising:a first plate;a second plate;{'sub': 'g', 'a cured adhesive composition disposed between and bonding at least one of the first plate and the second plate, wherein the cured adhesive composition has a Tof greater than about 115° C. and is stable when exposed to acrylate monomer, and'}wherein the cured adhesive composition is prepared by curing an epoxy resin mixture comprising an epoxy novolac and an amine at a temperature of less than about 200° C.2. The inkjet printhead of claim 1 , wherein the epoxy novolac is an epoxy bisphenol A novolac and the amine is isophorone diamine.3. The inkjet printhead of claim 1 , wherein the epoxy novolac has an epoxide functionality greater than 2 to about 8.4. The inkjet printhead of claim 1 , wherein the amine comprises at least two amino groups.5. The inkjet printhead of claim 1 , wherein the first plate comprises aluminum claim 1 , polyimide claim 1 , stainless steel claim 1 , or gold plated stainless steel and the second plate comprises aluminum claim 1 , polyimide claim 1 , stainless steel claim 1 , or gold plated stainless steel.6. The inkjet printhead of claim 1 , further comprising a UV ink or a UV ink gel.7. The inkjet printhead of claim 1 , wherein there is substantially no squeeze-out of the epoxy resin mixture as it is cured.8. The inkjet ...

DEVICE WITH SHARED ANTENNA FOR TRANSCEIVER AND RFID TAG

A device includes an antenna, a transceiver, a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag, and a zero bias switch coupled to the antenna. The zero bias switch has a first path that couples the RFID tag to the antenna and isolates the RFID tag from the transceiver when the zero bias switch is in an unpowered state. A method includes selectively coupling an antenna to one of a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag or an RFID interrogator using a zero bias switch, wherein the zero bias switch has a first path that couples the RFID tag to the antenna and isolates the RFID tag from the RFID interrogator when the zero bias switch is in an unpowered state. 1. A device , comprising:an antenna;a transceiver;a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag; anda zero bias switch coupled to the antenna, wherein the zero bias switch has a first path that couples the RFID tag to the antenna and isolates the RFID tag from the transceiver when the zero bias switch is in an unpowered state.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the zero bias switch has a second path that couples the transceiver to the antenna when the device is in a powered state.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the zero bias switch has a second path that couples the transceiver to the antenna when the device is in a powered state and an enable signal for the zero bias switch is asserted.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the zero bias switch selects the first path to couple the RFID tag to the antenna when the enable signal is deasserted.5. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a diversity switch connected between the transceiver and the zero bias switch.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the transceiver is capable of supporting communication using a plurality of frequency bands over a plurality of signal lines claim 5 , and the diversity switch is configurable to selectively couple a selected one of the signal lines for a selected one of the frequency bands to the zero bias switch.7. The device of claim 1 , ...

Treatments for Gastrointestinal Disorders

The present invention features peptides, compositions, and related methods for treating gastrointestinal disorders and conditions, including but not limited to, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenogastric reflux, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia, visceral pain, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), disorders and conditions associated with constipation, and other conditions and disorders are described herein. using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor. 1. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide comprises the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.4. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide consists of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr , wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.7. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide activates the guanylate cyclase C receptor.8. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide comprises 30 or fewer amino acids.9. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide comprises 20 or fewer amino acids.10. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein fewer than five amino acids precede the first Cys residue of the amino acid sequence.11. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein said peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is isolated.12. ...

INTELLIGENT NETWORK SELECTION BASED ON QUALITY OF SERVICE AND APPLICATIONS OVER DIFFERENT WIRELESS NETWORKS

A system and method for selecting a wireless network is disclosed. The method relates to selecting a wireless network from plurality of wireless networks. A variation of the invention includes selecting a new platform from a plurality of platforms offered by the current service provider according to a service request from the wireless device. The method comprises determining a requested service associated with the wireless device, determining whether one of the plurality of wireless networks can provide the requested service, and, if one of the plurality of wireless networks can provide the requested service, choosing the one wireless network of the plurality of wireless networks. The method further involves using a variety of parameters in determining which wireless network to choose for servicing the requested service from the wireless device. 1. A method comprising:downloading, by a processor of a network, a table from the network to a wireless device, the table listing a plurality of wireless networks;receiving, by the processor, a service request for an application service from a plurality of application services; andwhen a first wireless network of the plurality of wireless networks is capable of providing the application service within a predetermined parameter for the application service, based on an applications supported parameter associated with the first wireless network of the plurality of wireless networks, directing the wireless device to choose the first wireless network of the plurality of wireless networks to provide the application service.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the directing the wireless device to choose the first wireless network further comprises directing the wireless device to choose the first wireless network based at least in part on a quality of service.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the directing the wireless device to choose the first wireless network further comprises directing the wireless device to choose the first ...

REMOVABLE COMBINED PCIE RISER BRACKET FOR COMPUTING DEVICE

A riser bracket assembly for supporting at least one expansion card horizontally over a motherboard is disclosed. The riser bracket assembly may support different types of expansion cards. The assembly includes a first component half having a registration feature to mate with a first type of riser board. A second component half is attachable to the first component half. The second component half has a registration feature to mate with a second type of riser board. A riser board has an edge connector insertable into a socket on the motherboard. The riser board includes an expansion card connector connectable to the at least one expansion card. The riser board supports either the first component half or the second component half. 1. A riser bracket assembly for supporting at least one expansion card horizontally over a motherboard , the assembly comprising:a first component half having a registration feature to mate with a first type of riser board;a second component half attachable to the first component half, the second component half having a registration feature to mate with a second type of riser board;a riser board having an edge connector insertable into a socket on the motherboard and an expansion card connector connectable to the at least one expansion card, the riser board supporting either the first component half or the second component half.2. The riser bracket assembly of claim 1 , wherein the expansion card is a PCIe type card.3. The riser bracket assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first type of riser board includes two PCIe type connectors mounted on opposite surfaces claim 2 , the at least one expansion card being connectable to one of the two PCIe type connectors.4. The riser bracket assembly of claim 3 , wherein the first type of riser board supports both a full-height and a half-height PCIe expansion card.5. The riser bracket assembly of claim 3 , wherein another expansion card is supported by the second component half and is connected into the ...

Docking System Having Elastic Rail Portions

A docking system for facilitating a connection of an electronics module to a mating connector comprises first and second rails. Each rail has an elongated guide slot for receiving a corresponding guide portion of the electronics module during sliding movement of the electronics module toward the mating connector. A first elastic structure is located on the first rail. The first elastic structure has a first engagement portion extending into the elongated guide slot of the first rail. A second elastic structure is located on the second rail. The second elastic structure has a second engagement portion extending into the elongated guide slot of the second rail. The first engagement portion and the second engagement portion are configured to engage the guide portions of the electronics module and to resist movement of the guide portions in a direction generally perpendicular to the sliding movement of the electronics module. 1. A docking system for facilitating a connection of an electronics module to a mating connector , the docking system comprising:first and second rails that are separated from and oppose each other, each of the first and second rails having an elongated guide slot, the elongated slot receiving a corresponding guide portion of the electronics module during sliding movement of the electronics module toward the mating connector;a first elastic structure located on the first rail, the first elastic structure having a first engagement portion extending into the elongated guide slot of the first rail; anda second elastic structure located on the second rail, the second elastic structure having a second engagement portion extending into the elongated guide slot of the second rail;wherein the first engagement portion of the first elastic structure and the second engagement portion of the second elastic structure are configured to engage the guide portions of the electronics module, the first engagement portion and the second engagement portion being ...

HIGH ENERGY DENSITY FAST CHARGE LI ION BATTERY AND THE METHOD OF PREPARING THE SAME

A fast charge lithium ion battery capable of being charged or discharged with 80% capacity retention at C rate of at least 2C is provided in the present invention, which includes a fast charge graphite-based anode; a cathode; and a separator, wherein the anode includes an anode current collector and a fast charge graphite layer deposited on at least one surface of the anode current collector, the fast charge graphite having a lattice constant equals to or larger than 0.3374 nm, a D-band to G-band integrated area ratio (I/I) of 0.03 to 0.3, and a surface morphology of a plate-like crystal structure under a scanned electron microscope; the cathode includes a cathode current collector and one or more active materials deposited on at least one surface of the cathode current collector. 1. A fast charge lithium ion battery capable of being charged or discharged with 80% capacity retention at C rate of at least 2C , comprisinga fast charge graphite-based anode;a cathode; anda separator,{'sub': D', 'G, 'sup': −1', '−1, 'wherein the anode includes an anode current collector and a fast charge graphite layer deposited on at least one surface of the anode current collector, the fast charge graphite having a lattice constant equals to or larger than 0.3374 nm; the fast charge graphite also having a D-band to G-band integrated area ratio (I/I) in a range of 0.03-0.3, with a peak intensity of the G-band integrated area in a range of 1300˜1400 cmand a peak intensity of the D-band integrated area in a range of 1530˜1650 cmas measured by Raman spectroscopy at a laser wavelength of 633 nm; the fast charge graphite also having a surface morphology of a plate-like crystal structure under a scanning electron microscope;'}the cathode includes a cathode current collector and one or more active materials deposited on at least one surface of the cathode current collector.2. The battery of claim 1 , wherein the fast charge graphite has an X-ray diffraction peak at 26.35° two theta.3. The ...

Treatments for Gastrointestinal Disorders

The present invention features peptides, compositions, and related methods for treating gastrointestinal disorders and conditions, including but not limited to, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenogastric reflux, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia, visceral pain, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), disorders and conditions associated with constipation, and other conditions and disorders are described herein. using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor. 1. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide comprises the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.4. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide consists of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr , wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.7. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide activates the guanylate cyclase C receptor.8. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide comprises 30 or fewer amino acids.9. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide comprises 20 or fewer amino acids.10. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein fewer than five amino acids precede the first Cys residue of the amino acid sequence.11. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein said peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is isolated.12. ...

LOCKING MECHANISM FOR AN ADD-ON CARD

An apparatus for securing an electronic component within a server device is provided. The apparatus includes a support bracket configured to secure the apparatus within the server device. The apparatus also includes a fixed structure rotatably housed within the support bracket. Moreover, the apparatus can include a hook structure connected to the fixed structure, such that the hook structure and the fixed structure are configured to rotate between an engaged position and a disengaged position. The hook structure can include a notch element configured to secure a corresponding element on the electronic component. 1. An apparatus for securing an electronic component within a server device , the apparatus comprising:a support bracket configured to secure the apparatus within the server device;a fixed structure rotatably housed within the support bracket, the fixed structure having an elongated body with a proximal end and an opposing distal end, the elongated body extending along a receiving area of the support bracket and being rotatably mounted to the support bracket via two pivot elements that are oppositely and respectively positioned at the proximal and distal ends of the fixed structure; anda pair of hook structures including a first hook structure and a second hook structure, the first hook structure being fixedly connected to the proximal end of the fixed structure, the second hook structure being fixedly connected to the distal end of the fixed structure, the pair of hook structures and the fixed structure being together rotatable between an engaged position and a disengaged position,wherein each of the pair of hook structures includes a notch element configured to secure a corresponding element on the electronic component.23-. (canceled)4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the pair of hook structures has a first crest feature and a second crest feature separated by a trough feature.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the notch element is ...

THERMAL MANAGEMENT METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING UNIFORM MATERIAL DEPOSITION AND CURING FOR HIGH SPEED THREE-DIMENSIONAL PRINTING

A three-dimensional object printing system comprises a ejectors configured to eject drops of material towards a platen, a heater, a sensor configured to sense temperature of the ejected material, a radiator configured to direct radiation to the ejected material, a cooler configured to cool the ejected material, and a controller operatively connected to the ejectors, heater, sensor radiator and cooler. The controller is configured to control the ejectors to form layers of material for a three-dimensional object on the surface of the platen with reference to image data of the three-dimensional object, to operate the heater to heat the surface of the platen, to compare a temperature signal received from the sensor to a predetermined threshold, to operate the radiator to radiate the object layers, and to operate the cooler to attenuate heat produced by the radiated material in response to the signal from sensor exceeding the predetermined threshold. 1. A three-dimensional object printing system comprising:a plurality of ejectors configured to eject drops of material;a platen positioned opposite the plurality of ejectors to enable three-dimensional object formation on a surface of the platen with the ejected drops of material;a heater configured to heat the surface of the platen,a sensor configured to generate a signal corresponding to a temperature of the ejected material on the three-dimensional object being formed on the surface of the platen;a radiator configured to direct radiation onto the ejected material of the three-dimensional object;a cooler configured to cool the ejected material of the three-dimensional object; and operate the plurality of ejectors to eject the drops of material towards the platen to form layers of material with reference to digital image data of the three-dimensional object to produce the three-dimensional object on the surface of the platen;', 'operate the heater to heat the surface of the platen;', 'compare the signal received from the ...

Intelligent network selection based on quality of service and applications over different wireless networks

A system and method for selecting a wireless network is disclosed. The method relates to selecting a wireless network from plurality of wireless networks. A variation of the invention includes selecting a new platform from a plurality of platforms offered by the current service provider according to a service request from the wireless device. The method comprises determining a requested service associated with the wireless device, determining whether one of the plurality of wireless networks can provide the requested service, and, if one of the plurality of wireless networks can provide the requested service, choosing the one wireless network of the plurality of wireless networks. The method further involves using a variety of parameters in determining which wireless network to choose for servicing the requested service from the wireless device.

Silicon monoxide composite material, method for preparing same, and lithium ion battery

A method for preparing a silicon monoxide composite material includes: a first stage: introducing a protective gas into a vapor deposition oven, and pre-heating a silicon monoxide raw material, such that a part of the silicon monoxide raw material is subjected to a disproportionation reaction; a second stage: continuously introducing the protective gas and introducing a carbon source gas, and subjecting the pre-heated silicon monoxide raw material to a chemical vapor deposition to form carbon nanotubes on a surface of silicon monoxide; and a third stage: after a predetermined time period, stopping introducing the carbon source gas, and stopping introducing the protective gas until the vapor deposition oven is cooled to room temperature, to prepare the silicon monoxide composite material. During the preparation process, no extra catalyst needs to be added, a product of the previous disproportionation reaction may act as a catalyst for the growth of the carbon nanotubes.

SYNTHESIS OF THIOHYDANTOINS

A novel synthesis of the anti-androgen, A52, which has been found to be useful in the treatment of prostate cancer, is provided. A52 as well as structurally related analogs may be prepared via the inventive route. This new synthetic scheme may be used to prepare kilogram scale quantities of pure A52. 3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of chlorinating is performed using POCland PCl.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed using a transition metal catalyst and a source of CN.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed using a palladium catalyst and a source of CN7. The method of claim 4 , wherein the source of CN is Zn(CN).8. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed using Pd(dba) claim 4 , 1 claim 4 ,1′-bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene (dppf) claim 4 , and Zn(CN).9. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed by irradiating the reaction mixture with microwaves.10. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed in DMF as solvent.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the step of reducing is performed in the presence of Fe(0).13. The method of claim 11 , wherein the step of reducing is performed in the presence of Fe(0) and acetic acid.15. The method of claim 14 , wherein the step of converting is performed using thiophosgene.16. The method of claim 14 , wherein the step of converting is performed using thiophosgene in the presence of base.19. The method of claim 18 , wherein X is iodine; and the step of halogenating is performed using N-iodosuccinimide (NIS).20. The method of claim 18 , wherein X is bromine; and the step of halogenating is performed using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS).22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the step of chlorinating is performed using POCl.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the step of chlorinating comprises irradiating the reaction mixture with microwaves.25. The method of claim 24 , wherein the step of aminating ...

Ion exchange membranes, electrochemical systems, and methods

Disclosed herein are ion exchange membranes, electrochemical systems, and methods that relate to various configurations of the ion exchange membranes and other components of the electrochemical cell.

Method and System for Initiating a Function in an Electronic Device

A method, performed by a tag device that is coupled to an electronic device, for initiating a function in the electronic device includes receiving a signal from an interrogator device. The method also includes determining from the signal to initiate a function in the electronic device, and signaling the electronic device to initiate the function. 1. A method , performed by a tag device that is coupled to an electronic device , for initiating a function in the electronic device , the method comprising:receiving a signal from an interrogator device;determining from the signal to initiate a function in the electronic device;signaling the electronic device to initiate the function.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein signaling the electronic device to initiate the function comprises signaling the electronic device to at least one of power on or power off.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein signaling the electronic device to at least one of power on or power off comprises operating a switch in the tag device using the signal to at least one of power on the electronic device or power off the electronic device off.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein signaling the electronic device to initiate the function comprises signaling the electronic device to perform at least one of:lock or unlock the electronic device;modify content stored in the electronic device; orchange a setting of the electronic device.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining from the signal to initiate the function comprises determining a level of the signal claim 1 , wherein the function initiated in the electronic device depends on the level of the signal.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein determining from the signal to initiate the function comprises:comparing the level of the signal to at least one threshold of a plurality of thresholds;determining a highest threshold of the plurality of thresholds that was exceeded by the level of the signal;determining to initiate a function associated with the ...

AUTOMATICALLY DETERMINING AND SELECTING A SUITABLE COMMUNICATION CHANNEL TO DELIVER MESSAGES TO RECIPIENT

A method, system and computer program product for processing messages sent to a recipient. The communication channel used to send the message is identified, where such a communication channel is not currently being used by the recipient. After identifying the communication channel(s) currently being used by the recipient, the contact information of users who have previously communicated with the recipient using the communication channel(s) currently being used by the recipient are analyzed. The message is then marked with the identity of the sender as well as the communication channel used by the sender after matching the contact information of the sender with the contact information of a user who had previously communicated with the recipient using the communication channel(s) currently being used by the recipient. The marked message is then sent to the recipient using a communication channel currently being used by the recipient. 1. A method for processing messages sent to a recipient over communication channels , the method comprising:receiving a list of communication channels to be registered, wherein each of said communication channels is associated to a corresponding software application;receiving a message directed to said recipient;identifying a first communication channel from said list of registered communication channels used to send said message, wherein said first communication channel is not currently being used by said recipient;determining contact information of a sender of said message using said first communication channel;identifying a second communication channel from said list of registered communication channels currently being used by said recipient;analyzing contact information of users who have previously communicated with said recipient using said second communication channel;matching said contact information of said sender with contact information of a user who had previously communicated with said recipient using said second communication ...

Treatments for Gastrointestinal Disorders

The present invention features peptides, compositions, and related methods for treating gastrointestinal disorders and conditions, including but not limited to, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenogastric reflux, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia, visceral pain, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), disorders and conditions associated with constipation, and other conditions and disorders are described herein. using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor. 1. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide comprises{'sub': '1-6', 'the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr, wherein at least one carboxyl group of the peptide is an alkyl ester having the formula (—COOR) in which R is a Calkyl.'}4. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of or , wherein R is a Calkyl.54. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of , , or , wherein R is methyl.64. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of , , or , wherein R is ethyl.74. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of , , or , wherein R is propyl.12. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of or , wherein R is a Calkyl.1312. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of , , or , wherein R is methyl.1412. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of , , or , wherein R is ethyl.1512. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of , , or , wherein R is propyl.20. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof ...

Treatments for Gastrointestinal Disorders

The present invention features peptides, compositions, and related methods for treating gastrointestinal disorders and conditions, including but not limited to, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenogastric reflux, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia, visceral pain, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), disorders and conditions associated with constipation, and other conditions and disorders are described herein, using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor. 181-. (canceled)82. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide comprises the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.85. The peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to claim 82 , wherein the peptide consists of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr claim 82 , wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.88. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to claim 82 , wherein the peptide activates the guanylate cyclase C receptor.89. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to claim 82 , wherein the peptide comprises 30 claim 82 , 20 or fewer amino acids.90. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to claim 82 , wherein said peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is isolated or purified.91. A pharmaceutical composition comprising a peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to .100. The pharmaceutical composition according to further comprising one or more agents selected from (i) a cation selected from Mg claim 91 , Ca ...

Method and Apparatus of Electronic Device for Abuse Detection and Notification

A method of an electronic device for abuse detection and notification is disclosed herewith. The method includes monitoring one or more parameters at the electronic device for one or more physical events, the parameter(s) being associated with one or more imagers. The method further includes identifying the physical event(s) at the electronic device by determining that each parameter exceeds a corresponding threshold value. Next, the method provides storing event data corresponding to the physical event(s), in which at least a portion of the event data is associated with the parameter(s). The method further includes generating a notification associated with the physical event(s).

CRYSTAL OSCILLATOR CIRCUIT WITH REDUCED STARTUP TIME

A crystal oscillator achieves fast start-up by injecting an in-band periodic signal into the crystal oscillator driver circuit. The in-band periodic signal has a frequency that is within a bandwidth of the crystal oscillator. Injection of the in-band periodic signal begins in response to a power-up condition and stops after a predetermined time period corresponding to the amount of time it takes to ensure the crystal driver is achieving full swing. 1. A method comprising:in response to a first condition, injecting an in-band periodic signal into a crystal oscillator driver circuit, the in-band signal having a frequency within a bandwidth of a crystal oscillator, the crystal oscillator including a crystal and the crystal oscillator driver circuit.2. The method as recited in wherein the first condition is a power-on condition.3. The method as recited in further comprising stopping injection of the in-band periodic signal into the crystal oscillator driver circuit after the crystal oscillator driver circuit achieves full swing.4. The method as recited in further comprising ending injecting the in-band periodic signal into the crystal oscillator driver circuit after a predetermined time period has expired.5. The method as recited in further comprising counting the predetermined time period using a counter circuit that counts based on the in-band periodic signal.6. The method as recited in further comprising turning off a transmission gate coupling the in-band periodic signal to an input of the crystal oscillator driver circuit in response to a predetermined time period expiring.7. The method as recited in further comprising injecting the in-band periodic signal into an input of the crystal oscillator driver circuit.8. The method as recited in further comprising enabling a bias circuit supplying power to the periodic signal generator in response to a power-up condition to thereby start generation of the in-band periodic signal.9. An apparatus comprising:a crystal ...

MOBILE DEVICES WITH RFID CAPABILITIES AND CORRESPONDING MEMORY WRITE METHODS

An electronic device () includes a control circuit () that is operable with a memory or storage device (). The electronic device includes an RFID tag () having a second memory (). The RFID tag can be read from, or written to, by a RFID communication device () when the electronic device is OFF. Device personalization can be achieved when the control circuit accesses the second memory to retrieve the device configuration data during a boot sequence and configures the electronic device in accordance with the device configuration data retrieved from the second memory during the boot sequence. Device information can be made available when the electronic device is OFF by writing the device information to the second memory. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a first memory;a control circuit to execute a operating instructions for the electronic device retrieved from the first memory;an RFID tag embedded in the electronic device and comprising a second memory to store data readable from an RFID communication interface when the electronic device is OFF; anda communication bus coupling the control circuit and the second memory, the control circuit to write device information to the second memory in response to a trigger.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , the trigger comprising a detected operating malfunction.3. The electronic device of claim 1 , further comprising one or more device sensors operable with the control circuit claim 1 , the trigger comprising the one or more device sensors detecting a condition exceeding a predefined device sensor threshold.4. The electronic device of claim 3 , wherein the one or more device sensors comprise a temperature sensor claim 3 , a moisture sensor claim 3 , an accelerometer claim 3 , a gyroscope claim 3 , a pressure sensor claim 3 , or combinations thereof.5. The electronic device of claim 1 , the operating instructions to cause the control circuit to write the device information to the second memory in response to an interrupt.6. ...

MOBILE DEVICE WITH RFID CAPABILITY AND CORRESPONDING BOOT SEQUENCE

An electronic device () includes a control circuit () that is operable with a memory or storage device (). The electronic device includes an RFID tag () having a second memory (). The RFID tag can be read from, or written to, by a RFID communication device () when the electronic device is OFF. Device personalization can be achieved when the control circuit accesses the second memory to retrieve the device configuration data during a boot sequence and configures the electronic device in accordance with the device configuration data retrieved from the second memory during the boot sequence. Device information can be made available when the electronic device is OFF by writing the device information to the second memory. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a first memory;a control circuit to execute a boot sequence stored within the first memory; andan RFID tag embedded in the electronic device and comprising a second memory to store device configuration data received from an RFID communication interface; access the second memory to retrieve the device configuration data during the boot sequence; and', 'configure the electronic device in accordance with the device configuration data retrieved from the second memory during the boot sequence., 'the boot sequence to instruct the control circuit to2. The electronic device of claim 1 , the boot sequence further to instruct the control circuit to:cause a communication circuit of the electronic device to initiate communication with a network;operably connect the communication circuit to the network using a network credential from the device configuration data; anddownload data from the network.3. The electronic device of claim 1 , the device configuration data comprising data received from the RFID communication interface when the control circuit is powered OFF.4. The electronic device of claim 3 , the boot sequence to instruct the control circuit to access the second memory to retrieve the device configuration data upon ...

Electronic Device with Grip-Sensor Latching System and Corresponding Methods

An electronic device includes a device housing and at least two grip sensors disposed along the device housing. One or more processors are operable with the at least two grip sensors. At least one electronic latch is operable with the one or more processors. The one or more processors transition the at least one electronic latch from a latched state to an unlatched state when the at least two grip sensors detect a grip applied to the at least two grip sensors. 1. An electronic device , comprising:a device housing and at least two grip sensors disposed along the device housing;one or more processors operable with the at least two grip sensors; andat least one electronic latch operable with the one or more processors;the one or more processors transitioning the at least one electronic latch from a latched state to an unlatched state when the at least two grip sensors detect a grip applied to the at least two grip sensors.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , further comprising an attachment sensor operable with the one or more processors claim 1 , the attachment sensor detecting whether an attachment is attached to the electronic device.3. The electronic device of claim 2 , the one or more processors transitioning the at least one electronic latch from the latched state to the unlatched state only when the attachment sensor concurrently detects an attachment being attached to the electronic device when the at least two grip sensors detect an initial application of the grip to the at least two grip sensors.4. The electronic device of claim 2 , the attachment sensor comprising a proximity sensor claim 2 , the proximity sensor detecting the attachment being attached to the electronic device by detecting an attachment housing of the attachment abutting the device housing.5. The electronic device of claim 2 , the one or more processors deactuating the at least two grip sensors when the attachment sensor detects the attachment being detached from the electronic device.6. ...

Method and Apparatus for Controlling Device, Smart Home Device, System, and Storage Medium

The present application relates to a method and an apparatus for controlling a device, a smart home device and system and a storage medium the device may be a lighting device. The method for controlling a device comprises: receiving a data stream including data for playing audio; acquiring reference data corresponding to a device control command controlling the device to perform one or more functions; determining whether at least a portion of the data in the data stream matches the reference data; and controlling, in case at least a portion of the data in the data stream matches the reference data, the device to perform one or more of the functions according to the corresponding device control command. 1. A method for controlling a device , wherein the method comprising:receiving a data stream including data for playing audio;acquiring reference data corresponding to a device control command controlling the device to perform one or more functions;determining whether at least a portion of the data in the data stream matches the reference data; andcontrolling, in case at least a portion of the data in the data stream matches the reference data, the device to perform one or more of the functions according to the corresponding device control command.2. The method of claim 1 , where in the method further comprising:sending the data stream to an audio playback apparatus to control the audio playback apparatus to play the audio.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the reference data comprises at least one of:one or more characteristic audio data;a control data sequence indicating that commands to control playing audio is input according to a predetermined rule; andother characteristic data in the data for playing audio.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein determining whether at least a portion of the data in the data stream matches the reference data in the case where the reference data comprises one or more of the characteristic audio data further comprises:performing speech ...

RECOGNITION FOR OVERLAPPED PATTERNS

In an approach, data of a plurality of points is sampled in a target area, wherein the data of each point of the plurality of points comprises position information and a height value. A first area of a target area is determined, wherein the height value of each point of the plurality of points in the first area complies with a first range. A second area of the target area is determined, wherein the height value of each point of the plurality of points in the second area complies with a second range. A third area of the target area is determined, wherein the height value of each point of the plurality of points in the third area complies with a third range. A first pattern is generated, wherein the first pattern is a combination of the first area and the third area. 1. A computer-implemented method comprising:obtaining, by one or more processors, data of a plurality of points sampled in a target area, wherein the data of each point of the plurality of points comprises position information and a height value, and wherein the position information indicates a position of a respective point in a reference plane of the target area and the height value indicates a vertical distance of the respective point to the reference plane;determining, by one or more processors, a first area of the target area, wherein the height value of each point of the plurality of points in the first area complies with a first range;determining, by one or more processors, a second area of the target area, wherein the height value of each point of the plurality of points in the second area complies with a second range;determining, by one or more processors, a third area of the target area, wherein the height value of each point of the plurality of points in the third area complies with a third range; andgenerating, by one or more processors, a first pattern that is a combination of the first area and the third area.2. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , wherein the third range is ...

DUAL CHANNEL JETTING APPARATUS FOR 2D/3D ELECTROHYDRODYNAMIC (EHD) PRINTING

An electrohydrodynamic (EHD) jet printing apparatus or system may include circulation of printing fluid to minimize or eliminate clogging in a nozzle. An exemplary nozzle comprises at least two ink channels—one allowing flow to a droplet emitting opening and one allowing flow away from the droplet emitting opening—configured for circulating ink. The nozzle may transfer ink to a substrate with an EHD technique involving voltage or current modulation. For example, an electric field may be applied between the nozzle and printing substrate such that the ink meniscus changes shape and releases ink from the tip of the liquid cone. A multi-channel nozzle may take a variety of configurations, including two co-axially aligned capillaries, side-by-side parallel capillaries, or capillaries arranged at an angle with respect to one another but converging at a single point where the conical meniscus is formed. 1. A jetting apparatus for drop-on-demand printing , comprisingat least one droplet emitting opening for ejecting a printing fluid; andat least two channels configured to permit contemporaneous delivery of the printing fluid to the droplet emitting opening and withdrawal of printing fluid from the droplet emitting opening.2. The jetting apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a flow controller configured to control printing fluid flow in the at least two channels and to continuously circulate or recirculate printing fluid past the droplet emitting opening using the at least two channels during ejection of droplets and during time between ejection of droplets.3. The jetting apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the at least two channels are configured such that the circulation or recirculation past the droplet emitting opening prevents any printing fluid stagnation at the droplet emitting opening.4. The jetting apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the flow controller is configured such that rates of printing fluid flow delivery and printing fluid flow withdrawal are independently ...

Method of Preparing Nanostructured Single Crystal Silver

A method of preparing nanostructured single crystal silver, comprising placing a high-conductive molded porous active carbon containing chloride ions, which has been reductively treated, into a silver-containing precursor solution. After several hours at room temperature, the nanostructured single crystal silver grows on the surface of the active carbon. The silver-containing precursors and appropriate amount of chlorine provide a crystal nucleus and a slow stable crystal growth environment which are required for single crystal silver growth, and said nanostructured silver single crystals could be obtained with various morphologies by controlling the concentration of the silver-containing precursor solution and the growth time. The method of the invention is an environmentally friendly synthesis method with the nanostructured single crystal silver grows on the surface of the molded porous active carbon at room temperature, which is pollution-free and does not need any additives; the single crystal could be obtained in high yield and high purity, and can be separated from the molded porous active carbon easily, the grown silver falls off naturally and the active carbon is renewable through sonication with absolute ethanol or alkaline solutions; and the obtained single crystal silver is characterized by having high mechanical strength, good conductivity and less crystal defects. 1. A method of preparing nanostructured single crystal silver , characterized in that said method comprises the steps of:(1) reduction treatment of monolithic activated carbon:dipping the monolithic activated carbon into a 5-20 wt% of ammonia solution or absolute ethanol, and after 10 minutes to 2 hours, taking the monolithic activated carbon out and oven-drying it at 60-120 ° C., to obtain pre-treated active carbon;(2) nanostructured single crystal silver growth on the monolithic activated carbon:preparing a silver-containing precursor solution and dipping the pre-treated active carbon into ...

Stable Solid Formulation of a GC-C Receptor Agonist Polypeptide Suitable for Oral Administration

Solid, stable formulations of linaclotide suitable for oral administration are described herein as are methods for preparing such formulations. The formulations described herein contain a polypeptide consisting of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr (“linaclotide”; SEQ ID NO:1) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The linaclotide formulations described herein are stable and have a sufficient shelf life for manufacturing, storing and distributing the drug. 1. A pharmaceutical composition comprising linaclotide and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient , wherein the chromatographic purity of the linaclotide decreases by less than 10% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant.2. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 1 , wherein the chromatographic purity of the linaclotide decreases by less than 9% claim 1 , 8% claim 1 , 7% claim 1 , 6% claim 1 , 5% claim 1 , or 4% after (a) 18 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the pharmaceutical composition at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant.3. A unit dosage form of a pharmaceutical composition comprising linaclotide and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient claim 1 , wherein the chromatographic purity of the linaclotide decreases by less than 10% after (a) 18 months of storage of the unit dosage form at 25° C. at 60% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant or (b) 6 months of storage of the unit dosage form at 40° C. at 75% relative humidity in a sealed container containing a desiccant.4. The unit dosage form according to claim 3 , ...

MEASUREMENT OF ION CONCENTRATION IN PRESENCE OF ORGANICS

Disclosed herein are systems and methods that relate to use of ultramicroelectrodes (UME) in measurement of ion concentration in presence of one or more organic compound(s). 1. A method to measure concentration of metal ions in presence of one or more organic compounds in an aqueous medium comprising:contacting an aqueous medium comprising metal ions and one or more organic compounds with an ultramicroelectrode (UME) in a UME cell;cleaning surface of the UME from deposition of the one or more organic compounds by passing a gas on the surface of UME, by forming a gas on the surface of UME, by mechanically cleaning the surface of UME, or combinations thereof;subjecting the UME to a set Y of one or more potential cycles causing oxidation of the metal ions in lower oxidation state to a higher oxidation state or causing reduction of the metal ions in higher oxidation state to a lower oxidation state; andmeasuring a steady state current thereby measuring the concentration of the metal ions.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cleaning of the surface of the UME from the deposition of the one or more organic compounds by forming the gas on the surface of UME comprises subjecting the UME to a set X of one or more potential cycles to form oxygen gas claim 1 , chlorine gas claim 1 , hydrogen gas claim 1 , sulfur dioxide gas claim 1 , or combinations thereof claim 1 , on the surface of the UME.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein voltage range of the set X of the one or more potential cycles is higher than reduction potential of the metal ion to prevent reduction of the metal ion and its deposition on the UME surface.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein voltage range of the set X of the one or more potential cycles is ±5V vs Standard Hydrogen Electrode (SHE) claim 2 , ±3V vs SHE claim 2 , between 0.2V to 2.5V vs SHE claim 2 , or between 0.6V to 2.5V vs SHE.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein voltage range of the set Y of the one or more potential cycles comprises oxidation or ...

B-STAGE FILM ADHESIVE COMPATIBLE WITH AQUEOUS INK FOR PRINTHEAD STRUCTURES INTERSTITIAL BONDING IN HIGH DENSITY PIEZO PRINTHEADS FABRICATION FOR AQUEOUS INKJET

A method for forming an ink jet printhead comprises processing an epoxy adhesive such that negative effects from physical contact with particular inks are reduced or eliminated. Conventional adhesives processed using conventional techniques are known to gain weight and squeeze out when exposed to certain inks such as ultraviolet inks, solid inks, and aqueous inks. An embodiment of the present teachings can include processing of a particular adhesive such that the resulting epoxy adhesive is suitable for printhead applications. 1. An ink jet printhead , comprising:a first substrate;a second substrate; comprises a cresol novolac and bisphenol A epoxy resin;', 'has a lap shear strength greater than 200 psi bonding the first substrate to the second substrate; and, 'an epoxy adhesive interposed between the first substrate and the second substrate that physically connects the first substrate to the second substrate, wherein the epoxy adhesivean aqueous ink within the ink jet printhead that physically contacts the epoxy adhesive, and the epoxy adhesive has a mass uptake of less than 2% when exposed continuously to the aqueous ink for 20 weeks.5. The ink jet printhead of claim 1 , wherein the epoxy adhesive has a lap shear strength greater than 1000 psi bonding the first substrate to the second substrate.6. The ink jet printhead of claim 1 , wherein a storage modulus of the epoxy adhesive is between about 100 megapascals (MPa) and about 1500 MPa at a temperature of 20° C. and between about 3 MPa and about 700 MPa at a temperature of 120° C.7. The ink jet printhead of claim 1 , wherein the epoxy adhesive further comprises a filler material comprising a plurality of particles claim 1 , wherein a maximum dimension of each of the plurality of particles is 1.0 μm or less.8. The ink jet printhead of claim 7 , wherein the filler material comprises one or more of calcium carbonate claim 7 , silica claim 7 , alumina claim 7 , alumina trihydrate claim 7 , barium sulfate claim 7 , ...

ABORTION MEDICATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION METHOD THEREOF

The invention relates to medicines, and more particularly to an abortion medication and an administration thereof, where the abortion medication contains 40-60 mg/mL of a kidney bean lectin. The invention also provides another abortion medication, which contains 40-60 mg/mL of a kidney bean lectin, 40-50 mg/mL of an oligosaccharide and 6-9 mg/mL of NaCl. The two abortion medications provided herein are both capable of effectively terminating the pregnancy and are safe without toxic side effects. Moreover, these drugs can be reused several times. These abortion medications are administered intrauterinely, which enables the kidney bean lectin therein to show the best abortive effect, and the local administration of these drugs in the uterine cavity has relatively simple operation. 1. An abortion medication , comprising a kidney bean lectin;wherein a concentration of the kidney bean lectin is 40-60 mg/mL.2. The abortion medication of claim 1 , further comprising an oligosaccharide claim 1 , NaCl and a buffer solution.3. The abortion medication of claim 2 , wherein the oligosaccharide has a concentration of 20-50 mg/mL.4. The abortion medication of claim 3 , wherein the oligosaccharide has a concentration of 40-50 mg/mL.5. The abortion medication of claim 2 , wherein the oligosaccharide is selected from the group consisting of isomaltooligosaccharide claim 2 , fructooligosaccharide claim 2 , stachyose claim 2 , raffinose and a combination thereof.6. The abortion medication of claim 2 , wherein NaCl has a concentration of 6-9 mg/mL.7. The abortion medication of claim 2 , wherein the buffer solution is a NaHPO—NaHPObuffer or a KHPO—KHPObuffer.8. The abortion medication of claim 1 , wherein the kidney bean lectin is a red kidney bean lectin claim 1 , a white kidney bean lectin or a combination thereof.9. The abortion medication of claim 2 , further comprising a thickening agent;wherein the thickening agent has a concentration of 4-20 mg/mL.10Bletilla striataTremella ...

ELECTROCHEMICAL SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Disclosed herein are ion exchange membranes, electrochemical systems, and methods that relate to various configurations of the ion exchange membranes and other components of the electrochemical cell. 117-. (canceled)18. An electrochemical method , comprising:applying a voltage between an anode and a cathode;contacting the anode with an anode electrolyte wherein the anode electrolyte comprises metal ions and the anode oxidizes the metal ions from a lower oxidation state to a higher oxidation state;contacting the cathode with a cathode electrolyte;contacting the anode electrolyte with an ion exchange membrane (IEM) comprising an ionomer membrane with a built-in separator and/or contacting the cathode electrolyte with an IEM comprising an ionomer membrane with a built-in separator, wherein one or more sections of the built-in separator protrude out from front and back surfaces of the ionomer membrane, wherein the built-in separator is a mesh.19. The method of claim 18 , wherein the built-in separator provides rigidity to the IEM and eliminates a need for an additional separator component.20. (canceled)21. The method of claim 18 , wherein amplitude of the protrusion is from 0.02 mm-1 mm.22. The method of claim 18 , wherein the built-in separator separates the IEM from the anode; separates the IEM from the cathode; separates the IEM from another IEM; or combinations thereof.23. The method of claim 18 , further comprising integrating a gasket material to the IEM.24. The method of claim 23 , further comprising integrating the gasket material by screen printing claim 23 , bonding through ultrasonic welding or heat claim 23 , dipping claim 23 , polymerization claim 23 , injection molding claim 23 , extruding claim 23 , 3D printing claim 23 , or digital printing.25. The method of claim 23 , wherein the gasket material integrated to the IEM imparts rigidity and strength to the IEM and eliminates a need for a separate gasket component.26. The method of claim 21 , wherein ...

RFID COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CORRESPONDING METHODS

An electronic device () includes a single antenna (), a communication circuit (), and a RFID circuit (). A switch () selectively couples the single antenna to one of the communication circuit or the RFID circuit. For example, the RFID circuit can be coupled to the single antenna when the electronic device is OFF, and the communication circuit can be coupled to the single antenna when the electronic device is ON. Accordingly, RFID information can be received from an RFID communication device when the electronic device is OFF. When the electronic device is ON, an interrupt can cause the switch to connect the RFID circuit to the single antenna, sometimes only for less than a predetermined duration. 1. An electronic device , comprising:one or more antennas;a communication circuit to communicate with a communication network;an RFID circuit to communicate with an RFID communication device; anda switch to selectively couple one of the communication circuit or the RFID circuit to a single antenna.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , the switch comprising a MEMS switch.3. The electronic device of claim 1 , the switch comprising a normally closed state coupling an output to one of two inputs when the switch is in an unpowered state.4. The electronic device of claim 3 , the switch to couple the RFID circuit to the single antenna when in the normally closed state.5. The electronic device of claim 1 , the switch to couple the RFID circuit to the single antenna when the electronic device is OFF.6. The electronic device of claim 5 , the switch to couple the communication circuit to the single antenna when the electronic device is ON.7. The electronic device of claim 6 , the electronic device further comprising a control circuit claim 6 , operable with the switch claim 6 , to couple the RFID circuit to the single antenna in response to a switch interrupt when the electronic device is ON.8. The electronic device of claim 7 , the control circuit to couple the RFID circuit to the ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR KEY PREDICTORS AND MACHINE LEARNING FOR CONFIGURING CELL PERFORMANCE

Methods and systems are provided for key predictors and machine learning for configuring cell performance. One or more parameters relating to the cell may be measured, via a measurement apparatus, with the cell including a cathode, a separator, and a silicon-dominant anode, and the cell may be managed, based on the one or more parameters, with the managing including predetermining cycle life of the cell based on the one or more parameters using a machine learning model. The cell may be within a battery pack that includes a plurality of cells. The battery pack may be in an electric vehicle. At least one parameter may be measured before a formation process of the cell. At least one parameter may be measured during the formation process. At least one parameter may be measured during cycling of the cell. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of managing battery performance , the method comprising:providing a cell comprising a cathode, a separator, and a silicon-dominant anode;measuring, via a measurement apparatus, one or more parameters relating to the cell; andmanaging the cell based on the one or more parameters, wherein the managing comprises predetermining cycle life of the cell based on the one or more parameters using a machine learning model.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more parameters comprise initial coulombic efficiency.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more parameters comprise second cycle coulombic efficiency.24. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more parameters comprise at least one parameter related to one or more characteristics of cell components or raw materials prior to assembly.25. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more parameters comprise cell impedance values.26. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more parameters comprise open-circuit voltage.27. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more parameters comprise cell thickness.28. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more parameters ...

HIGH-EFFICIENCY GRADIENT HIERARCHY COMPLEX DESULFURIZING TOWER

A high-efficiency gradient hierarchy complex desulfurizing tower includes a tower body. The tower body tower includes an oxidization and crystallization stage, a coarse desulfurization and dedusting stage, a fine desulfurization and dedusting stage, and a horizontal demisting stage from the bottom up. The oxidization and crystallization stage tower includes a pond and a separation mechanism provided in the pond and separating the pond into an upper area and a lower area. The coarse desulfurization and dedusting stage tower includes a gas distributing board and a multi-layer spray layer that are placed above a gas import, the spray layer being in connection with the pond. The fine desulfurization and dedusting stage tower includes a tube demister, a flushing layer, a film liquid holdup layer, a liquid holdup layer recycling can, the pH of slurry in the liquid holdup layer recycling can being higher than the pH of slurry in the pond. 1. A high-efficiency gradient hierarchy complex desulfurizing tower comprising a tower body , a gas import being provided in the middle of the tower body , a gas discharge port being provided at the top of the tower body ,wherein, the tower body comprises an oxidization and crystallization stage, a coarse desulfurization and dedusting stage, a fine desulfurization and dedusting stage, and a horizontal demisting stage from the bottom up;the oxidization and crystallization stage comprises a slurry pond provided at the bottom of the tower body, and a separation mechanism horizontally provided in the slurry pond and separating the slurry pond into an upper area and a lower area, the upper area of oxidation is provided with a plurality of oxidation air distributing tubes, and the lower area of crystallization is provided with a plurality of agitators;the coarse desulfurization and dedusting stage comprises a gas distributing board that is placed above the gas import, and a multi-layer spray layer that is placed above the gas distributing board ...

Method And System For Safety Of Silicon Dominant Anodes

Systems and methods provide for safety of silicon dominant anodes in a battery. The battery may include an anode comprising an anode active material layer on a metal current collector, where the anode active material layer comprises pyrolyzed binder, conductive additives, and 50% or more silicon by weight. The battery may further include a separator, an electrolyte, a cathode, and a solid electrolyte interface between the anode active material layer and the electrolyte, and has a thermal runaway temperature of greater than 260° C. The conductive additives may comprise between 1% and 40% of the active material layer. The anode active material layer may comprise between 20% to 95% silicon. The separator may comprise ceramic-coated polyolefin or polymer-coated polyolefin. The electrolyte may comprise Lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF) and/or lithium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (LiTFSI) in one or more electrolyte solvents. The metal current collector may comprise copper. 1. A battery comprising:an anode comprising an anode active material layer on a metal current collector, the anode active material layer comprising pyrolyzed binder, conductive additives, and 50% or more silicon by weight;a separator;an electrolyte;a cathode; anda solid electrolyte interface between the anode active material layer and the electrolyte;wherein a composition of one or both of the anode and the electrolyte and/or a formation process of the battery are configured such that the battery has a thermal runaway temperature of greater than 200° C.2. The battery according to claim 1 , wherein the conductive additives comprise between 1% and 40% of the active material layer by weight.3. The battery according to claim 1 , wherein the anode active material layer comprises between 20% to 95% silicon by weight.4. The battery according to claim 1 , wherein the separator comprises ceramic-coated polyolefin.5. (canceled)6. The battery according to claim 1 , wherein the electrolyte comprises 20% or ...

SILICON-BASED ENERGY STORAGE DEVICES WITH ELECTROLYTE CONTAINING DIHYDROFURANONE BASED COMPOUND

Electrolytes and electrolyte additives for energy storage devices comprising dihydrofuranone based compounds are disclosed. The energy storage device comprises a first electrode and a second electrode, wherein at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode is a Si-based electrode, a separator between the first electrode and the second electrode, an electrolyte comprising at least two electrolyte co-solvents, wherein at least one electrolyte co-solvent comprises a dihydrofuranone based compound. 1. An energy storage device comprising:a first electrode;a second electrode;a separator between the first electrode and the second electrode; and a dihydrofuranone based compound in an amount of about 10% to about 50% by weight;', 'ethyl methyl carbonate (EMC) in an amount of about 30% to about 60% by weight;', 'fluoroethylene carbonate (FEC) in an amount of about 20% to about 40% by weight; and', 'a Li-containing salt., 'an electrolyte system comprising2. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein EMC is in an amount of about 50% to about 60% by weight.3. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein FEC is in an amount of about 30% to about 40% by weight.4. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein the Li-containing salt is a fluorinated Li salt.5. The energy storage device of claim 4 , wherein said fluorinated Li salt is LiPF.6. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein the Li-containing salt has a concentration of about 1 M or more.7. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein the electrolyte system further comprises a co-solvent selected from the group consisting of methyl acetate (MA) claim 1 , ethyl acetate (EA) claim 1 , methyl propanoate claim 1 , and gamma butyrolactone (GBL).8. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode is a Si-based electrode.9. The energy storage device of claim 8 , wherein said Si-based electrode is an anode.10. The energy storage device of claim 9 ...

Method And System For Key Predictors And Machine Learning For Configuring Cell Performance

Methods and systems are provided for key predictors and machine learning for configuring cell performance. One or more parameters relating to operation of a cell may be measured, via a measurement apparatus, with the cell including a cathode, a separator, and a silicon-dominant anode, and cell performance may be managed, based on the one or more parameters, with the managing including assessing the cell performance using a machine learning model. The cell may be within a battery pack that includes a plurality of cells, each of which including a cathode, a separator, and a silicon-dominant anode. One or more of the plurality of cells from the battery pack in response to a determination, based on the assessing, of a different performance of the one or more of the plurality of cells. The battery pack may be in an electric vehicle. 119-. (canceled)20. A method of managing battery performance , the method comprising:providing a cell comprising a cathode, a separator, and a silicon-dominant anode;measuring, via a measurement apparatus, one or more parameters relating to operation of the cell; andmanaging cell performance based on the one or more parameters, wherein the managing comprises assessing the cell performance using a machine learning model.21. The method of claim 20 , wherein the one or more parameters comprise initial coulombic efficiency.22. The method of claim 20 , wherein the one or more parameters comprises second cycle coulombic efficiency.23. The method according to claim 20 , further comprising classifying cells based on the determined cell performance and binning similarly performing cells.24. The method according to claim 20 , further comprising providing a battery pack with a plurality of cells.25. The method according to claim 24 , further comprising assessing the plurality of cells during cycling using the machine learning model.26. The method according to claim 25 , further comprising replacing one or more of the plurality of cells from the battery ...

Na-Y Molecular Sieve, H-Y Molecular Sieve, and Preparation Methods Thereof, Hydrocracking Catalyst, and Hydrocracking Method

Provided is a Na—Y molecular sieve and a method for preparing the Na—Y molecular sieve, an H—Y molecular sieve and a method for preparing the H—Y molecular sieve, a hydrocracking catalyst, and a hydrocracking method. The average grain diameter of the Na—Y molecular sieve is 2-5 μm, and the sum of pore volumes of pores in 1-10 nm diameter accounts for 70-90% of the total pore volume of the Na—Y molecular sieve. The H—Y molecular sieve obtained from the large-grain Na—Y molecular sieve can be used as an acidic component in the hydrocracking catalyst. When the hydrocracking catalyst containing the H—Y molecular sieve is applied in the hydrocracking reaction of heavy oils that contain macromolecules, it can provide better cracking activity and product selectivity in the hydrocracking reaction.

USE OF INCENTIVES TO ENCOURAGE CONTRIBUTION OF CONTENT IN A CONTROLLED MANNER

Systems, methods, and computer storage mediums are provided for incentivizing users to contribute content in a controlled manner. A method includes receiving content and metadata associated with the content from a user. The content relates to a geolocation and the metadata includes geolocation information that relates to the content. It is then determined whether the content and the associated metadata meet a threshold of specific criteria. The specific criteria is based on a set of rules that determines an amount of points awarded to the user for providing content that satisfies the specific criteria. The specific criteria include at least a geolocation or geolocated area. If the content meets the threshold of the specific criteria, points are awarded to the user. The amount of points is based on a comparison of the content and the associated metadata with the specific criteria. 1. A computer-implemented method for incentivizing users to contribute content to a geographic information system in a controlled manner comprising:receiving, by at least one computer processor, content and metadata associated with the content from a first user, wherein the content is related to a geolocation, and wherein the metadata includes geolocation information related to the content;determining, by the at least one computer processor, whether the content and the associated metadata meet a threshold of a specific criteria, wherein the specific criteria is based on a set of rules that determines an amount of points awarded to the first user for the user providing content that satisfies the specific criteria, and wherein the specific criteria includes at least a geolocation; andawarding, by the at least one computer processor, points to the first user based on a comparison of the content and the associated metadata with the specific criteria.2. The computer-implemented method of claim 1 , wherein the specific criteria includes a distance value claim 1 , and wherein awarding points to ...

Printhead having two adhesives

The present teachings describe a printhead assembly. The printhead assembly includes a first plate and a second plate stacked together. The printhead assembly includes a first adhesive between the first plate and the second plate for bonding the plates together. The printhead assembly includes a second adhesive surrounding an outer edge of the first adhesive wherein the second adhesive has an oxygen migration rate lower than an oxygen migration rate of the first adhesive. An oxygen sensitive component is contained within the outer edge of the first adhesive.

POLARIZATION COMPENSATION IN SILICON-DOMINANT ELECTRODE CELLS

Systems and methods are provided for managing operation of silicon-dominant electrode cells. Polarization in a silicon-dominant cell during charge/discharge cycles may be assessed, with the polarization being assessed, at least in part, based on one or both of charge rate and discharge rate. One or more adjustments may be determined based on the assessing of polarization, and the one or more adjustments may be applied to operation of the silicon-dominant cell. The one or more adjustments configured to compensate for at least some of the effects of polarization in the silicon-dominant cell. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for managing operation of a silicon-dominant cell , the method comprising:assessing polarization in a silicon-dominant cell during charge/discharge cycles, wherein the polarization is assessed, at least in part, based on one or both of charge rate and discharge rate;determining one or more adjustments based on the assessing of polarization; andapplying the one or more adjustments to operation of the silicon-dominant cell.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the one or more adjustments to operation of the silicon-dominant cell comprise adjusting cutoff points used during the charge/discharge cycles.23. The method of claim 22 , further comprising adjusting one or more cutoff points during at least one charge/discharge cycle.24. The method of claim 23 , further comprising decreasing voltage cutoff point applicable to discharge of the silicon-dominant cell during the at least one charge/discharge cycle.25. The method of claim 23 , further comprising increasing voltage cutoff point applicable to charging of the silicon-dominant cell during the at least one charge/discharge cycle.26. The method of claim 21 , further comprising determining at least one of the one or more adjustments based on a state of health of the silicon-dominant cell.27. The method of claim 26 , further comprising determining the state of health based on a self-assessment performed when ...

Automatically determining and selecting a suitable communication channel to deliver messages to recipient

A method, system and computer program product for processing messages sent to a recipient. The communication channel used to send the message is identified, where such a communication channel is not currently being used by the recipient. After identifying the communication channel(s) currently being used by the recipient, the contact information of users who have previously communicated with the recipient using the communication channel(s) currently being used by the recipient are analyzed. The message is then marked with the identity of the sender as well as the communication channel used by the sender after matching the contact information of the sender with the contact information of a user who had previously communicated with the recipient using the communication channel(s) currently being used by the recipient. The marked message is then sent to the recipient using a communication channel currently being used by the recipient.

Process for Treating Municiple Wastewater Employing Two Sequencing Biofilm Batch Reactors

A method is provided for removing BOD and ammonium from wastewater in a mainstream process that includes deammonification. Wastewater including BOD and ammonium is directed to a first sequence batch reactor (SBBR). The wastewater is treated in the first SBBR and in the process nitrite is accumulated such that the wastewater includes a nitrite-to-ammonium stoichiometric ratio that enables anammox bacteria to effectively remove ammonium and nitrite from the wastewater. Thereafter the wastewater is directed the wastewater from the first SBBR to a second SBBR. The second SBBR is operated under anoxic conditions and employs anammox bacteria to remove ammonium and nitrite from the wastewater. In certain embodiments, a pre-denitrification step or process is employed in the first SBBR to remove BOD. In addition, in certain embodiments, the second SBBR includes an oxic phase for converting some ammonium to nitrite and, in some cases, an external carbon source is added to the wastewater under anoxic conditions to reduce the concentration of the nitrate in the wastewater. 1. A method of removing ammonium from wastewater in a mainstream anammox process comprising:a. directing the wastewater to a first sequence biofilm batch reactor (SBBR);b. treating the wastewater in the first SBBR and accumulating nitrite in the wastewater such that the wastewater includes nitrite and ammonium at a target stoichiometric ratio that enables anammox bacteria to effectively remove ammonium and nitrite from the wastewater;c. decanting the wastewater having the ammonium and nitrite from the first SBBR and directing the wastewater to a second SBBR; andd. operating the second SBBR under anoxic or oxic conditions and employing anammox biomass to remove ammonium and nitrite from the wastewater.2. The method of wherein the wastewater includes a relatively low carbon-to-nitrogen ratio and the method includes denitrifying the wastewater in the first SBBR and removing substantially all BOD from the ...

SILICON-BASED ENERGY STORAGE DEVICES WITH ELECTROLYTE CONTAINING DIHYDROFURANONE BASED COMPOUND

Electrolytes and electrolyte additives for energy storage devices comprising dihydrofuranone based compounds are disclosed. The energy storage device comprises a first electrode and a second electrode, wherein at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode is a Si-based electrode, a separator between the first electrode and the second electrode, an electrolyte comprising at least two electrolyte co-solvents, wherein at least one electrolyte co-solvent comprises a dihydrofuranone based compound. 1. An energy storage device comprising:a first electrode;a second electrode;a separator between the first electrode and the second electrode; and a dihydrofuranone based compound;', 'a linear carbonate;', 'a cyclic carbonate; and', 'a Li-containing salt., 'an electrolyte system comprising3. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein the dihydrofuranone based compound is selected from the group consisting of alpha-(Trifluoromethyl)-gamma-butyrolactone and γ-Methyl-α-(trifluoromethyl)-γ-valerolactone claim 1 , or combinations thereof.4. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein the linear carbonate is selected from the group consisting of ethyl methyl carbonate (EMC) claim 1 , dimethyl carbonate (DMC) claim 1 , and diethyl carbonate (DEC).5. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein the electrolyte system further comprises a co-solvent selected from the group consisting of methyl acetate (MA) claim 1 , ethyl acetate (EA) claim 1 , methyl propanoate claim 1 , and gamma butyrolactone (GBL).6. The energy storage device of claim 1 , wherein the cyclic carbonate is selected from the group consisting of fluoroethylene carbonate (FEC) claim 1 , di-fluoroethylene carbonate (DiFEC) claim 1 , Trifluoropropylene carbonate (TFPC) claim 1 , ethylene carbonate (EC) claim 1 , vinyl carbonate (VC) claim 1 , propylene carbonate (PC) claim 1 , -fluoromethyl-5-methyl-1 claim 1 ,3-dioxolan-2-one (F-t-BC) claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,3-difluoropropylene carbonate (DFPC) claim 1 ...

Commutator of an electric motor

A commutator has a conductive layer, a segment layer and an insulatim layer separating the conductive layer and the segment layer. The segment layer includes multiple commutator segments. A mounting hole is defined along an axis of the commutator passing through the conductive layer. The three-layer structure of the commutator forms a capacitor having an increased confronting area and reduced inter-plate distance. The capacitor thus has a greater capacitance and hence greater EMI absorbing capability, making it possible to reduce EMI emissions without additional EMI reduction components outside the commutator. A rotor and a motor employing the commutator are also disclosed.

TRANSFORMATION OF COMPOSITE TABLES INTO STRUCTURED DATABASE CONTENT

A computer transforms content of a composite table into structured data objects. The computer receives a composite table and identifying a data zone characterized by data columns, and a header zone. The computer identifies first header cells arranged coextensive with a single data column and second header cells arranged coextensive with a set of data columns. The computer generates a hierarchical representation of said header cells, based at least in part, on the header cell arrangements. The computer generates a revised table based on the hierarchical representation, with the first header cells identifying a data column and the second header cells identify a first header cell. The computer generates structured data objects representing the zones and being arranged based, at least in part, on the revised table and where the structured data objects are keyed to the first header cells. 1. A computer implemented method to transform content of a composite table into structured data objects , comprising:receiving by a computer, from a document source, a document including a composite table;identifying by said computer, within said table, a data zone characterized a plurality of data cells arranged into a plurality of data columns, and a header zone;identifying by said computer, within said header zone, a plurality of first header cells which are coextensive with a single data column and a plurality of second header cells which are coextensive with a set of data columns;generating, by said computer, a hierarchical representation of said header cells, based at least in part, on said header cell arrangements;generating a header tree structure that represents the hierarchical representation among the plurality of first header cells and the plurality of second header cells, the header tree structure relating cell header arrangements to one another and providing a path through each header level through to a table root;generating, by said computer, a revised table according, at ...

Personalized Mapping With Photo Tours

Methods, systems and computer-readable storage mediums encoded with computer programs executed by one or more processors for providing personalized mapping with photo-tours are disclosed. A mapping system provides a map of a geographic region that includes a plurality of selectable image locations within the region, with standardized images of the respective image location that accord with predefined parameters provided by the mapping system. An image location selection from the map is received and it is determined whether the selected image location is associated with one or more photo-tours of non-standardized images that do not according with the predefined parameters. A selection of a particular one of the photo-tours is received, and the set of non-standardized images corresponding to a selected photo-tour for the image location is provided. 1. A computer-implemented method for providing personalized maps with photo-tours , comprising:receiving, by one or more processors, a selection of an image location from a map of a geographic region that includes a plurality of selectable image locations within the region, wherein each image location is associated with one or more standardized images that are of the respective image location and that accord with predefined parameters provided by a mapping system, and wherein the selection of the image location is based, at least in part, on a first user input;determining, by the one or more processors, that the selected image location is associated with one or more photo-tours, wherein each photo-tour includes a set of non-standardized images provided to the mapping system by a respective user that traversed a path to capture the set of non-standardized images that are of at least a portion of the selected image location and that do not accord with the predefined parameters provided by the mapping system;receiving, by the one or more processors, a selection of a particular one of the one or more photo-tours, wherein the ...

Hardware Verification with RFID-Stored Build Information

In embodiments of hardware verification with RFID-stored build information, a device includes hardware components and a wireless radio tag to store build information for hardware verification of the hardware components in the device. A bootloader can interrogate the wireless radio tag to obtain the build information and compare the build information to current information of the hardware components in the device. The bootloader can then determine whether the current information matches the build information. If the current information does not match the build information, then the build information for the hardware components can be stored in the wireless radio tag, and functionality of the hardware components in the device is limited. 1. A method , comprising:interrogating a wireless radio tag in a computing device to obtain build information for hardware verification of one or more hardware components in the computing device;identifying current information for the one or more hardware components;determining, for the one or more hardware components, whether the current information matches the build information based on a vendor identifier (ID) associated with the one or more hardware components and included in the current information and the build information;responsive to the determination that the current information does not match the build information, storing in a memory of the wireless radio tag, the current information that does not match the build information for the one or more hardware components; andlimiting functionality of the one or more hardware components.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , further comprising:executing a bootloader that performs the interrogating, the identifying, and the determining; andresponsive to the determination that the current information does match the build information, loading an operating system for unrestricted functionality in the computing device.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the current information ...

AN ANTENNA STRUCTURE, FOR DIFFERENT RANGE COMMUNICATION MODES

The invention provides an antenna structure comprising a plurality of wire segments formed in a loop. Connecting units are provided between the wire segments, each of which is switchable between a conductive state and a reactive state. With the connecting units in the conductive state a loop antenna is formed with a first (longer) signal range and with the connecting units in the reactive state an antenna structure is formed with a second (shorter) signal range. Said reactive state is adapted to introduce a phase delay between the adjacent wire segments. This enables the same antenna to be used for long range signal communication and short range communication, for example for system configuration or commissioning. The antenna structure may be used with luminaires of a lighting system. 1. An antenna structure comprising:a plurality of wire segments formed in a loop;a plurality of connecting units adapted to connect the plurality of wire segments, each of said connecting units being switchable between a conductive state and a reactive state, wherein said reactive state is adapted to introduce a reactive element for a phase delay between the adjacent wire segments, and said conductive state is adapted to introduce an element to bypass the reactive element;wherein the antenna structure is switchable between a first and second mode of operation,wherein in said first mode, the connecting units are adapted to be in the conductive state thereby connecting the wire segments to form a loop antenna with a first signal range,and wherein in said second mode, the connecting units are adapted to be in the reactive state thereby to form an antenna structure with a second signal range smaller than the first signal range.2. The antenna structure as claimed in claim 1 , for transmitting or receiving signals in a frequency band claim 1 , wherein the frequency band is the same for the first and second modes.3. The antenna structure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the frequency band ...

Na-Y Molecular Sieve, H-Y Molecular Sieve, and Preparation Methods Thereof, Hydrocracking Catalyst, and Hydrocracking Method

Provided is a Na—Y molecular sieve and a method for preparing the Na—Y molecular sieve, an H—Y molecular sieve and a method for preparing the H—Y molecular sieve, a hydrocracking catalyst, and a hydrocracking method. The average grain diameter of the Na—Y molecular sieve is 2-5 μm, and the sum of pore volumes of pores in 1-10 nm diameter accounts for 70-90% of the total pore volume of the Na—Y molecular sieve. The H—Y molecular sieve obtained from the large-grain Na—Y molecular sieve can be used as an acidic component in the hydrocracking catalyst. When the hydrocracking catalyst containing the H—Y molecular sieve is applied in the hydrocracking reaction of heavy oils that contain macromolecules, it can provide better cracking activity and product selectivity in the hydrocracking reaction. 1. A hydrocracking catalyst , wherein the support in the catalyst contains an H—Y molecular sieve , wherein the crystal cell parameter of the H—Y molecular sieve is 2.425-2.450 nm; the mole ratio of SiO/AlOin the H—Y molecular sieve is 10-120:1; the sum of pore volumes of pores in 2-7 nm diameter in the H—Y molecular sieve is 60-95% of the total pore volume; the specific surface area of the H—Y molecular sieve is 750-980 m/g; and , the total acid amount measured by near infrared spectroscopy in the H—Y molecular sieve is 0.1-1.0 mmol/g.2. The hydrocracking catalyst according to claim 1 , wherein the crystal cell parameter of the H—Y molecular sieve is 2.436-2.450 nm; the mole ratio of SiO/AlOin the H—Y molecular sieve is 10-50:1; the sum of pore volumes of pores in 2-6 nm diameter in the H—Y molecular sieve is 60-90% of the total pore volume; the specific surface area of the H—Y molecular sieve is 750-950 m/g; and claim 1 , the total acid amount measured by near infrared spectroscopy in the H—Y molecular sieve is 0.5-1.0 mmol/g.3. The hydrocracking catalyst according to claim 1 , wherein the crystal cell parameter of the H—Y molecular sieve is 2.425-2.435 nm; the mole ratio of SiO ...

ISOLATED VIBRATION STRUCTURE FOR FAN BAY MODULE AND HDD CAGE

An isolated vibration assembly for a computing device includes a top assembly having a top plate. The assembly further includes a base assembly having a base plate that is generally parallel to and offset from the top plate. A partition assembly is positioned generally perpendicularly between the top plate and the bottom plate, with two partition plates defining an internal space. A plurality of vibration isolators is attached in an interspersed manner to one or more surfaces of the top plate, the base plate, or the two partition plates. A computing device is removably installed within the internal space, generating vibrations that are reduced when passing through the plurality of vibration isolators. 1. An isolated vibration assembly for a computing device , the isolated vibration assembly comprising:a top assembly having a top plate;a base assembly having a base plate that is generally parallel to and offset from the top plate;a partition assembly positioned generally perpendicularly between the top plate and the bottom plate, the partition assembly having two partition plates defining an internal space;a plurality of vibration isolators attached in an interspersed manner to one or more surfaces of the top plate, the base plate, or the two partition plates; anda computing device removably installed within the internal space, the computing device generating vibrations that are reduced when passing through the plurality of vibration isolators.2. The isolated vibration assembly of claim 1 , wherein the computing device is a fan module or a hard disk drive (HDD).3. The isolated vibration assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of vibration isolators consists of a material selected from a group consisting of a rubber material and a spring material.4. The isolated vibration assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of vibration isolators is in direct contact with the one or more surfaces.5. The isolated vibration assembly of claim 1 , wherein each ...

Method and Device for Detecting a Seating Position in a Vehicle

In one embodiment a method performed by an electronic device for determining a seating position of a person in a vehicle, the method comprises capturing at least one image of an environment of a vehicle, detecting, from the at least one captured image, an orientation of a retraining device within the vehicle, and determining the seating position of a person within the restraining device based on the orientation of the restraining device. 1. A method performed by an electronic device for determining a seating position of a person in a vehicle , the method comprising:capturing at least one image of an environment of a vehicle;detecting, from the at least one captured image, an orientation of a retraining device within the vehicle; anddetermining the seating position of a person within the restraining device based on the orientation of the restraining device.2. The method of further comprising:detecting, from the at least one captured image, at least one of a steering wheel, a dashboard, a window, or a back of a seat of the vehicle; anddetermining the seating position of the person within the restraining device based on the at least one detected steering wheel, dashboard, window, or back of the seat of the vehicle.3. The method of further comprising:detecting, from the at least one captured image, head motion or arm motion of the person within the restraining device or movement of a steering wheel; anddetermining the seating position of the person within the restraining device based on at least one of the detected head motion, the detected arm motion, the detected movement of the steering wheel, sense data, or Global Positioning System data.4. The method of further comprising:detecting, from the at least one captured image, a face of the person within the restraining device; andconfirming detection of the restraining device based on the detected face.5. The method of further comprising:determining a geographic location of the electronic device; anddetermining the ...

SYNTHESIS OF THIOHYDANTOINS

A novel synthesis of the anti-androgen, A52, which has been found to be useful in the treatment of prostate cancer, is provided. A52 as well as structurally related analogs may be prepared via the inventive route. This new synthetic scheme may be used to prepare kilogram scale quantities of pure A52. 3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of chlorinating is performed using POCland PCl.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyananting is performed using a transition metal catalyst and a source of CN.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed using a palladium catalyst and a source of CN7. The method of claim 4 , wherein the source of CN is Zn(CN).8. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed using Pd(dba) claim 4 , 1 claim 4 ,1′-bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene (dppf) claim 4 , and Zn(CN).9. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed by irradiating the reaction mixture with microwaves.10. The method of claim 4 , wherein the step of cyanating is performed in DMF as solvent.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the step of reducing is performed in the presence of Fe(0).13. The method of claim 11 , wherein the step of reducing is performed in the presence of Fe(0) and acetic acid.15. The method of claim 14 , wherein the step of converting is performed using thiophosgene.16. The method of claim 14 , wherein the step of convering is performed using thiophosgene in the presence of base.19. The method of claim 18 , wherein X is iodine; and the step of halogenating is performed using N-iodosuccinimide (NIS).20. The method of claim 18 , wherein X is bromine; and the step of halogenating is performed using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS).22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the step of chlorinating is performed using POCl.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the step of chlorinating comprises irradiating the reaction mixture with microwaves.25. The method of claim 24 , wherein the step of aminiating ...

Treatments for Gastrointestinal Disorders

The present invention features peptides, compositions, and related methods for treating gastrointestinal disorders and conditions, including but not limited to, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal motility disorders, functional gastrointestinal disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), duodenogastric reflux, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, functional heartburn, dyspepsia, visceral pain, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (or colonic pseudo-obstruction), disorders and conditions associated with constipation, and other conditions and disorders are described herein. using peptides and other agents that activate the guanylate cyclase C (GC-C) receptor. 1. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide comprises the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.4. A peptide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof , wherein the peptide consists of the amino acid sequence Cys Cys Glu Tyr Cys Cys Asn Pro Ala Cys Thr Gly Cys Tyr , wherein the α-amine of the Cysamino acid of the peptide is deaminated.7. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide activates the guanylate cyclase C receptor.8. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide comprises 30 or fewer amino acids.9. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein the peptide comprises 20 or fewer amino acids.10. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein fewer than five amino acids precede the first Cys residue of the amino acid sequence.11. The peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof according to any one of - , wherein said peptide or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is isolated.12. ...