MODULAR CONTROL SYSTEM FOR DOWNHOLE TOOL

A modular control system includes a control module removably attachable to an exterior of a downhole tool. A controlled device, the controlled device providing a function for the downhole tool. The controlled device controlled by the control module. 1. A modular control system comprising:a control module removably attachable to an exterior of a downhole tool; and,a controlled device, the controlled device providing a function for the downhole tool, the controlled device controlled by the control module.2. The modular control system of claim 1 , further comprising at least one clamp attached to the control module claim 1 , wherein the at least one clamp is configured to secure the control module to the downhole tool.3. The modular control system of claim 2 , wherein the control module includes a housing claim 2 , and the at least one clamp includes a curved clip sized to partially encircle the downhole tool claim 2 , one end of the curved clip connected to a first side of the housing and a second end of the curved clip connectable to a second side of the housing.4. The modular control system of claim 3 , wherein the housing includes a curved interior surface to substantially lay flush with a curved exterior surface of the downhole tool.5. The modular control system of claim 1 , wherein the control module includes electronics.6. The modular control system of claim 1 , wherein the downhole tool is a tubing string claim 1 , and the controlled device is a valve assembly which controls a flow port between an exterior of the tubing string and an interior of the tubing string claim 1 , the valve assembly connected to and controlled by the control module.7. The modular control system of further comprising a tubing coupling having the flow port claim 6 , the tubing coupling connectable along the string claim 6 , the valve assembly connected to the flow port.8. The modular control system of claim 7 , wherein the valve assembly includes an actuator claim 7 , and the actuator ...

MULTI-PURPOSE THROUGH CONDUIT WET-MATE CONNECTOR AND METHOD

A connection system including a male connector portion and a female connector portion each including a housing, a valve disposed within the housing, a valve actuator operably connected to the valve, and a housing extension, the housing extension from the male connector portion being configured to interact with the valve actuator of the female connector portion to open the valve of the female connector portion during mating of the male and female connector portions 1. A connection system comprising: a housing;', 'a valve disposed within the housing;', 'a valve actuator operably connected to the valve; and', 'a housing extension, the housing extension from the male connector portion being configured to interact with the valve actuator of the female connector portion to open the valve of the female connector portion during mating of the male and female connector portions and the housing extension from the female connector portion being configured to interact with the valve actuator of the male connector portion to open the valve of the male connector portion during mating of the male and female connector portions., 'a male connector portion and a female connector portion each including2. The connection system as claimed in wherein the opening of the male connector portion valve and the opening of the female connector portion valve is simultaneous.3. The connection system as claimed in wherein the male connector portion includes a stub guide.4. The connection system as claimed in wherein the female connector portion includes a stub collar.5. The connection system as claimed in wherein the housing extensions are configured and dimensioned such that during mating of the male and female connector portions claim 4 , opening of the valves occurs prior to the stub guide and the stub collar being mated.6. The connection system as claimed in wherein the housing extensions are configured and dimensioned such that during mating of the male and female connector portions claim 4 , ...

WATERCUT SENSOR USING REACTIVE MEDIA

An apparatus for estimating a parameter of interest includes a conduit and a reactive media in the conduit. The reactive media interacts with a selected fluid component to control a flow parameter of the conduit. The apparatus also includes at least one sensor responsive to the flow parameter. The apparatus may be used for estimating a water content of a fluid flowing from a subterranean formation. The apparatus may include a flow path configured to convey fluid from the formation. The at least one sensor may be responsive to a pressure change in the flow path caused by interaction of the reactive media with water. 1. An apparatus for estimating a parameter of interest relating to a fluid , comprising:a conduit;a reactive media in the conduit, the reactive media interacting with a selected fluid component to control a flow parameter of the conduit; andat least one sensor responsive to the flow parameter.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor generates a signal representative of a water content of the fluid in the conduit.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor include a pressure sensor in pressure communication with the fluid in the conduit.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the conduit includes a flexing member; and wherein the at least one sensor includes a strain sensor sensing a response of the flexing member to the flow parameter.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the reactive media includes particles coated with a relative permeability modifier polymer.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the flow parameter is selected from one of: (i) pressure claim 1 , (ii) flow rate claim 1 , and (iii) resistance to flow.7. An apparatus for estimating a water content of a fluid flowing from a subterranean formation claim 1 , comprising:a flow path configured to convey fluid from the formation;a reactive media in the flow path; andat least one sensor responsive to a pressure change in the flow path caused by interaction of ...

Soft sided luggage frame

Accordingly an aspect of the present invention provides a frame structure for a soft sided luggage case comprising a frame that can be thermoformed from a single piece of thermoplastic material and folded into a final form to provide structure for a soft sided luggage case. Conveniently, combinations of a base and at least one side portions of the bag can hingeably connected with living hinges to provide easy and fast assembly while permitting more efficient stacking for packing and shipping. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, there is provided a frame for a soft sided luggage case. The frame includes a base portion having a perimeter.

Self-gripping hernia prosthesis

A self-gripping hernia prosthesis including a layer of repair fabric and a plurality of tissue grips protruding from a surface of the repair fabric. The grip may be fabricated independent of the repair fabric and subsequently attached to the layer of fabric. A backing layer may be employed to secure each grip to the repair fabric. Each base may include a base that is located between the repair fabric and the backing layer. Alternatively, the base may be attached directly to the backing layer. The tissue grips may be configured to minimize entanglement with the repair fabric.

Fusion Protein and Nucleic Acid Molecule for Light-Dependent Stress Granule Assembly

A nucleic acid molecule encoding a fusion protein composed of a plant cryptochrome at the amino terminus, and a GTPase-Activating Protein SH3 Domain-Binding Protein (G3BP) is provided for light-dependent, G3BP-mediated stress granule formation.

Heavy oil rheology modifiers for flow improvement during production and transportation operations

The present invention generally relates to methods for enhancing production and transportation of heavy and extra-heavy crude oil and for reducing the growth of asphaltene flocculants or hindering their formation, the methods comprising contacting an oil-soluble composition that comprises polyetheramines, tallow amines, tallow diamines, alkylphenol-formaldehyde resins, reaction products of alpha-olefin, maleic anhydride and pentaerythritol, or a combination thereof, with the heavy or extra-heavy crude oil.

Container base and lid with planar area for flat application of adhesive membrane

The embodiments provide a container (40) of the type to hold fresh food or produce. Container (40) has a base (42) and a lid (44) moveable with respect to the base (42) between an open position and a closed position. The lid (44) has a planar area (54). The base has a second planar area (56). In the closed position, the first planar (54) and the second planar area (56) include a substantially flat area suitable for receipt of an adhesive membrane, such as a self-adhesive label. The substantially flat area includes an edge (55) of the first planar area (54) and at least part of the second planar area (56).

Catecholamine-based versatility film and a preparation method thereof

The present invention relates to a method for preparing a double-sided film containing the step of forming a film in the interface between air and the mixture of a polymer comprising amine group (—NH) and a compound containing phenol or catechol by exposing the mixture on the air. Particularly, the double-sided film of the present invention is a separation membrane that can separate the interface of liquid phase and gas phase and at the same time can be used as a biomaterial such as a haemostatic and also an waterproof agent. When the film is prepared in a moderate condition by using an enzyme, the film can include proteins and cells, resulting in the multi-functional versatility film that can be useful as a biocatalyst. The versatility film of the present invention, thus, is not expensive and the production method thereof is simple and eco-friendly. Therefore, the film of the invention has a high added-value as a novel separation membrane that can replace the conventional separation membrane.

Printer Roll Management Mechanism

A method disclosed. The method includes receiving a plurality of jobs at a printing environment, collecting a first set of the plurality jobs at a first filter based on one or more job properties and generating a first batch of one or more jobs to be processed by selecting jobs within the first set of jobs having a volume within a defined volume range.

Photosensitive reworkable encapsulant

Microwaveable food storage container with freshness indicator and steam vent

A microwaveable food storage container including a unitary base having a generally planar bottom portion and a sidewall extending generally upwardly therefrom, the sidewall of the base including base sealing means for cooperating with a lid to form a seal; an injection-molded lid provided with resettable freshness indicator means at least in part integrally formed with the lid; a resealable vent preferably with a hinged vent panel integrally formed in the lid; and lid sealing means for cooperating with the base sealing means to form an annular interference-fit seal when the lid and base are joined. Preferably the base is an injection-molded base formed from a polypropylene resin such as isotactic polypropylene. In other embodiments, the polypropylene resin composition comprises a propylene/ethylene copolymer. Preferably, the base has a chamfered guide shoulder as well as an inwardly projecting annular sealing protuberance at the upper sidewall to define a notch wherein a sealing band in the lid is wedged when the base and lid are joined to form a closed container.

Funnel wind generator

A funnel wind generator includes a vertically located turbine (1) and is associated with a roof of a building wherein the actual roof can be constituted by the lower surface of the funnel of the invention. The roof structure of the building is replaced by the vertical dividers (4) as the dividers (4) of the funnel act as a roof trussed.

Method and system for generating moving route as independent entity

(57)【要約】 【課題】 運動経路をマルチメディア運動経路エディタ 内で独立したエンティティとして作成する。 【解決手段】 運動経路はこの経路をレイアウト領域内 のオブジェクトと関連付けることなく、経路エディタ・ レイアウト・ウィンドウ内で描かれる。経路は次いで、 保管され、その後レイアウト領域内の任意の所望のオブ ジェクトに割り当てられる。保管された経路は他のオブ ジェクトとして取り扱われる。保管した複数の経路を互 いに接合させたり、１つの推定経路に結合することがで きる。

Self-gripping hernia prosthesis

A self-gripping hernia prosthesis (20) including a layer of repair fabric and a plurality of tissue grips (24) protruding from a surface of the repair fabric. The grip may be fabricated independent of the repair fabric and subsequently attached to the layer of fabric. A backing layer may be employed to secure each grip to the repair fabric. Each grip may include a base (30) that is located between the repair fabric (34) and the backing layer (36). Alternatively, the base may be attached directly to the backing layer. The tissue grips may be configured to minimize entanglement with the repair fabric.

Apparatus for dispensing a multiple-component substance from a multiple-barrel cartridge

An apparatus for dispensing a multiple-component substance from a multiple-barrel cartridge (e.g., a two-barrel adhesive cartridge) includes a housing having a slot for receiving a flange of the cartridge. Preferably, the housing includes a pivoting latch that rigidly secures the flange within the slot. Plungers positioned within the housing are received by the barrels of the cartridge. A motor, which is disposed in the housing and controlled by a microprocessor, is mechanically connected to the plungers and drives the plungers within the barrels. The motor may be connected to the plungers through a lead screw assembly, for example. Preferably, the housing is handheld for ease of operation and remote from a control unit containing the microprocessor. The control unit may include a keypad and screen, operatively connected to the microprocessor, for data entry and display. The dispensing apparatus permits precise placement of two-component adhesives, for example.

Novel seh inhibitors and their use

The invention is directed to novel sEH inhibitors and their use in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme.

NOVEL sEH INHIBITORS AND THEIR USE

The invention is directed to novel sEH inhibitors and their use in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme. Specifically, the invention is directed to compounds according to Formula I: wherein R1, R2, R5a, R6a, A, B, Y, I, and m are defined below, and to pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof. The compounds of the invention are sEH inhibitors and can be used in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme, such as hypertension. Accordingly, the invention is further directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of the invention. The invention is still further directed to methods of inhibiting sEH and treatment of conditions associated therewith using a compound of the invention or a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of the invention.

Novel seh inhibitors and their use

The invention is directed to novel sEH inhibitors and their use in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme. Specifically, the invention is directed to compounds according to Formula I: wherein R1, R2a, R2b, Rya, R6a, A, B, K, L, M, Y, Z, l, and m are defined herein, and to pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof. The compounds of the invention are sEH inhibitors and can be used in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme, such as hypertension. Accordingly, the invention is further directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of the invention. The invention is still further directed to methods of inhibiting sEH and treatment of conditions associated therewith using a compound of the invention or a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of the invention.

Novel sEH Inhibitors and their Use

The invention is directed to novel sEH inhibitors and their use in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme. Specifically, the invention is directed to compounds according to Formula I: wherein R1, R2, R3, R5a, R6a, A, B, K, L, M, Y, Z, l, and m are defined herein, and to pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof. The compounds of the invention are sEH inhibitors and can be used in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme, such as hypertension. Accordingly, the invention is further directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of the invention. The invention is still further directed to methods of inhibiting sEH and treatment of conditions associated therewith using a compound of the invention or a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of the invention.

sEH inhibitors and their use

The invention is directed to novel sEH inhibitors and their use in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme.

DISPLAY SYSTEM FOR SHOPPING CART

Optoelectronic device encapsulant

An optically clear encapsulant for optoelectronic packages exhibits a suitably high viscosity both to replace a silicon nitride passivation layer required on a VCSEL die and to fill a gap between the die and an optical coupler, preventing light signal degradation. The encapsulant exhibits optical transparency to light having a wavelength of about 850 nanometers (nm) with substantially no Mie scattering since particulate fillers are not required to modulate viscosity in the encapsulant. Also, the encapsulant further seals wire bonds between the die and a cable header to prevent abrasive wear. The gap-filling encapsulant is particularly suitable for use with vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) technology. The encapsulant includes prior to curing, a difunctional acrylate epoxy resin exhibiting pseudoplastic flow and a viscosity of greater than about 0.7×10 6 centipoise. Accordingly, a method of manufacturing an optical subassembly may eliminate a separate passivation step and instead fill the gap between the die and optical coupler with an optically clear encapsulant.

CLEANING COMPOSITIONS FOR HARD SURFACES.

Una composición limpiadora para superficies duras para usar en el cuarto de baño y/o la ducha, que comprende: (a) de 0,005% a 0,5% en peso de la composición de un polímero hidrófilo, seleccionándose dicho polímero hidrófilo del grupo que consiste en poliestireno sulfonato, polivinilpirrolidona, copolímero de polivinilpirrolidona y ácido acrílico, sal sódica de copolímero de polivinilpirrolidona y ácido acrílico, sal potásica de copolímero de polivinilpirrolidona y ácido acrílico, polivinilpirrolidona-vinilimidazolina, polivinilpiridina, n-óxido de polivinilpiridina y mezclas de los mismos; y (b) de 0,005% a 0,5% en peso de la composición de un tensioactivo detergente que comprende un tensioactivo detergente de tipo alquilpolisacárido que tiene un grupo alquilo que contiene de 8 a 18 átomos de carbono. A hard surface cleaning composition for use in the bathroom and / or shower, comprising: (a) from 0.005% to 0.5% by weight of the composition of a hydrophilic polymer, said hydrophilic polymer being selected from the group that is polystyrene sulfonate, polyvinylpyrrolidone, copolymer of polyvinylpyrrolidone and acrylic acid, sodium salt of copolymer of polyvinylpyrrolidone and acrylic acid copolymer potassium salt of polyvinylpyrrolidone and acrylic acid, polyvinyl pyrrolidone-vinyl imidazoline, polyvinyl pyridine n-oxide of polyvinylpyridine and mixtures thereof ; and (b) from 0.005% to 0.5% by weight of the composition of a detergent surfactant comprising an alkyl polysaccharide detergent surfactant having an alkyl group containing from 8 to 18 carbon atoms.

Hard surface cleaning compositions, premoistened wipes, methods of use, and articles comprising said compositions or wipes and instructions for use resulting in easier cleaning and maintenance, improved surface appearance and/or hygiene under stress conditions such as no-rinse

The present invention provides preferred, preferably liquid, hard surface cleaning compositions, compositions with cleaning liquid composition on a substrate, compositions used with absorbent pads and implements and devices for making the process of cleaning hard surfaces and/or maintaining their appearance and hygiene easier and more effective. These compositions, along with specific instructions for use are advantageous for removal of and/or prevention of buildup of soils commonly encountered on floors, glass surfaces, counters, walls, showers and/or tubs, said compositions comprising hydrophilic polymers to render the cleaned surface hydrophilic and to improve the appearance when the surface is either not rinsed, or when the composition is incompletely removed, specific surfactant, preferably surfactant selected to minimize spotting/filming, optionally specific organic cleaning solvents to provide cleaning and wetting particularly in applications where levels of non-volatiles need to be minimized, and, optionally, anti-bacterial agents for preserving or surface activity and optionally perfumes for aesthetics.

Marking device

Shaft of a marking device

Handle of a marking device

Laundry detergent compositions comprising .beta.-ketoester pro-fragrances

The present invention relates to a fragrance delivery system for use in laundry detergent compositions which provides a long lasting "freshness" or "clean" scent to fabric. The compositions described herein deliver highly fabric substantive .beta.-ketoester pro-fragrances to the fabric surface during laundering wherein the pro-fragrances release their fragrance raw materials over a period of up to two weeks. The present invention also relates to a method for delivering a pleasurable scent to fabric which has a lasting freshness quality by contacting the fabric with a laundry detergent composition which comprises the fragrance-releasable .beta.-ketoester profragrances.

Jug box

Aircraft landing gear refinements

Electro-hydraulic device with servo-motor and self-decompressor

Smoky ashtray

Flaking of menthol

<PICT:0939180/IV(a)/1> A process for comminuting normally solid menthol comprises forming a melt of the menthol, applying a film of the molten menthol to a chilling surface controlled between a temperature of 0 DEG F. and at least 10 DEG F. below the initial congealing point of the melt, maintaining the dew point of the ambient atmosphere about the chilling surface below the temperature of the chilling surface, permitting the film to congeal at least to a plastic state, removing the congealed film from the chilling surface, and converting the removed film into particulate form. In the apparatus shown, a molten mass of 1-menthol, 11, maintained in a steam-jacketed pan, 12, has a rotating cylindrical cooling drum, 13, dipping therein to pick up a film, 14, of the menthol approximately 20 mils thick. Molten 1-menthol, 17, is fed into the pocket between the drum and a steam-heated feed roll, 16. Chilled water is fed continuously into the drum, 19, at a temperature of 60 DEG F. and continuously withdrawn, 21, at a temperature less than 1/2 DEG F. above the inlet temperature. The eventual menthol film approximately 30 mils thick is gradually congealed in travelling from the feed roll, 16, to a doctor knife, 15, into a brittle, frangible, solid film. As the film contacts the knife it breaks completely into small white flakes, 22. By turning off the heat to the feed roll and rotating the cooling drum more slowly, the menthol film is removed by the knife as a continuous integral sheet which can be immediately sliced into small, regular polygons with conventional tools and the polygons rapidly made brittle by passing them through cold, dry air prior to packaging. If desired, the menthol is fed into a pocket between a pair of cooling drums rotated in opposite directions. Alternatively, a conventional belt cooler or a deformable drum cooler may be used. Other coolants, e.g. refrigerants such as halogenated hydrocarbons, ammonia or propane may be used instead of chilled ...

Detergent compositions containing amines and anionic surfactants and useing them

Olopatadine formulations for topical administration

Topical formulations of olopatadine for treatment of allergic or inflammatory disorders of the eye and nose are disclosed. The aqueous formulations contain approximately 0.17 - 0.62% (w/v) of olopatadine and an amount of polyvinylpyrrolidone or polystyrene sulfonic acid sufficient to enhance the physical stability of the formulations.

Part sorting and aligning apparatus

A part sorting and aligning apparatus for picks parts out of a hopper, aligns the parts and conveys them to another location. The apparatus includes a tilted rotary wheel next to the hopper. Multiple arrays of hooks or pickup members are mounted for rotation on the wheel. The bottom of the hopper has a sliding plate which has slots through which the hooks travel as the hooks move upwardly into and through the hopper. Each pickup member has a weight bar which hangs from the pickup member. As the wheel rotates, the hooks engage and pick up parts as the hooks move upwardly through the hopper. The weight bar maintains a desired orientation of the hooks and the parts as the wheel rotates. Pair of rails pick the parts off of the hooks, so that the parts can be transferred to another location.

CLEANING AGENT FOR HARD SURFACES

Background differencing operator for target motion detection

Novel seh inhibitors and their use

Jedinjenje Formule I:u kojoj:A je fenil, tiofenil ili piridil;R1 je nezvisno odabran iz grupe koju čine: halo, CN, OCF3, CF3, OC1-6alkil, morfolino, CO2H i N(CH3)2;n je 1, 2 ili 3;R2 je H;m je 1 ili 2;Z je O;B je cikloheksil;R4 je HY je C1-C3alkil, fenil, tiofenil, ili piridil; pri čemu fenil, tiofenil ili piridil može da bude supstituisan sa -CO2H, SO2Me, CF3, halo, ili CN;R5 je vodonik ili C1-C6alkil; iR6 je vodonik ili C1-C6alkil;njegova farmaceutski prihvatljiva so.Prijava sadrži još 17 patentnih zahteva. A compound of Formula I: wherein: A is phenyl, thiophenyl or pyridyl, R 1 is independently selected from the group consisting of: halo, CN, OCF 3, CF 3, OC 1-6 alkyl, morpholino, CO2H and N (CH 3) 2; n is 1, 2 or 3, R 2 is H, m is 1 or 2, Z is O, B is cyclohexyl, R 4 is HY is C 1 -C 3 alkyl, phenyl, thiophenyl, or pyridyl; wherein phenyl, thiophenyl or pyridyl may be substituted by -CO2H, SO2Me, CF3, halo, or CN, R5 is hydrogen or C1-C6alkyl; R 6 is hydrogen or C 1 -C 6 alkyl, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Light-emitting product, such as a flashlight

A light-emitting product (for example, a flashlight) includes a first housing (12) including a light source (16) for emitting light and a lens system (20) that is adjustable in position relative to the light source. The second housing (14) can be attached to the first housing (12) and includes a power source for the light source. When the first housing and the second housing are attached, the first housing and the second housing can be moved relative to each other to adjust the position of the lens system relative to the position of the light source to focus the light from the light source.

Self-gripping hernia prosthesis

A self-gripping hernia prosthesis (20) including a layer of repair fabric and a plurality of tissue grips (24) protruding from a surface of the repair fabric. The grip may be fabricated independent of the repair fabric and subsequently attached to the layer of fabric. A backing layer may be employed to secure each grip to the repair fabric. Each grip may include a base (30) that is located between the repair fabric (34) and the backing layer (36). Alternatively, the base may be attached directly to the backing layer. The tissue grips may be configured to minimize entanglement with the repair fabric.

Inhibition of infection of mammalian cells by respiratory syncytial virus

The infection of mammalian cells by RSV may be inhibited by native human .beta.-casein, a recombinant form of human .beta.-casein, and hydrolysates of both. The human .beta.-casein or hydrolysate may be contained in a liquid enteral nutritional product such as an infant formula. The enteral nutritional product may be used, for example, in the prevention and treatment of respiratory tract infection in infants. The human .beta.-casein or hydrolysate may also be administered as a throat spray or nasally using drops or a spray.

High efficiency, high output transmission

A transmission includes an input shaft coupled to a prime mover, a countershaft, main shaft, and an output shaft, with gears between the countershaft and the main shaft. The shift actuator is mounted on an exterior wall of a housing including the countershaft and the main shaft. A shift control circuit operates a shift actuator using a first opposing pulse command and a first actuating pulse command, and releases pressure with shift actuating and opposing volumes of the shift actuator upon determining a shift completion event.

Method and product for the treatment of gastric disease

This invention describes a product obtained from the isolation and concentration of specific immunoglobulins (antibodies) derived from the mammary secretions of animals immunized with Helicobacter pylori. The product is useful in preparing formulations for the treatment and/or prevention of gastric diseases. The immunoglobulins may also be derived via alternative methods such as hybridoma technology or genetic engineering methods.

Formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile

The present invention provides formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile (compound I) and methods for treating ocular surface pain by administering such formulations. The present invention also provides methods for treating dry eye disease and ocular hyperemia by administering formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile.

A portable mixer

A portable mixer suitable for mixing cement / concrete, the mixer comprising a bucket 2 with a handle 13, a stand 50, and mixing apparatus at least in part within a housing 10 wherein the stand supports the bucket and the bucket is detachable from the stand. The mixing apparatus comprises a motor and drive wheel 15 wherein the motor is contained within the housing and the drive wheel extends from the housing to connect with the bucket. The housing is watertight. In use, the drive wheel contacts the bucket and causes the bucket to rotate. The bucket may contain fixed mixing paddles 3. The motor may be driven by mains electricity or a battery. The bucket may further include a displaceable cover 21.

Soft sided luggage frame

Accordingly an aspect of the present invention provides a frame structure for a soft sided luggage case comprising a frame that can be thermoformed from a single piece of thermoplastic material and folded into a final form to provide structure for a soft sided luggage case. Conveniently, combinations of a base and at least one side portions of the bag can hingeably connected with living hinges to provide easy and fast assembly while permitting more efficient stacking for packing and shipping. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, there is provided a frame for a soft sided luggage case. The frame includes a base portion having a perimeter.

Hard surface cleaning compositions

The present invention provides preferred, preferably liquid, hard surface cleaning compositions, compositions with cleaning liquid composition on a substrate, compositions used with absorbent pads and implements and devices for making the process of cleaning hard surfaces and/or maintaining their appearance and hygiene easier and more effective. These compositions, along with specific instructions for use are advantageous for removal of and/or prevention of buildup of soils commonly encountered on floors, glass surfaces, counters, walls, showers and/or tubs, said compositions comprising hydrophilic polymers to render the cleaned surface hydrophilic and to improve the appearance when the surface is either not rinsed, or when the composition is incompletely removed, specific surfactant, preferably surfactant selected to minimize spotting/filming, optionally specific organic cleaning solvents to provide cleaning and wetting particularly in applications where levels of non-volatiles need to be minimized, and, optionally, anti-bacterial agents for preserving or surface activity and optionally perfumes for aesthetics.

System, method, and apparatus for operating a high efficiency, high output transmission

A transmission includes an input shaft coupled to a prime mover, a countershaft, main shaft, and an output shaft, with gears between the countershaft and the main shaft. A shift actuator selectively couples the input shaft to the main shaft by rotatably coupling gears between the countershaft and the main shaft. The shift actuator is mounted on an exterior wall of a housing including the countershaft and the main shaft. A controller controls the shift actuator utilizing an actuating pulse and an opposing pulse.

4-(7-HYDROXY-2-ISOPROPYL-4-OXO-4H-QUINAZOLIN-3-IL)-BENZONITRILE FORMULATIONS

La presente invención provee formulaciones de 4-(7-hidroxi-2-isopropil-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-il)-benzonitrilo (compuesto I) y métodos para tratar el dolor de la superficie ocular administrando tales formulaciones. La presente invención además proporciona métodos para tratar la enfermedad del ojo seco e hiperemia ocular mediante la administración de formulaciones de 4-(7-hidroxi-2-isopropil-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-il)-benzonitrilo.

Hard surface cleaning compositions, premoistened wipes, methods of use, and articles comprising said compositions or wipes and instructions for use resulting in easier cleaning and maintenance, improved surface appearance and/or hygiene under stress conditions such as no-rinse

The present invention provides preferred, preferably liquid, hard surface cleaning compositions, compositions with cleaning liquid composition on a substrate, compositions used with absorbent pads and implements and devices for making the process of cleaning hard surfaces and/or maintaining their appearance and hygiene easier and more effective. These compositions, along with specific instructions for use are advantageous for removal of and/or prevention of buildup of soils commonly encountered on floors, glass surfaces, counters, walls, showers and/or tubs, said compositions comprising hydrophilic polymers to render the cleaned surface hydrophilic and to improve the appearance when the surface is either not rinsed, or when the composition is incompletely removed, specific surfactant, preferably surfactant selected to minimize spotting/filming, optionally specific organic cleaning solvents to provide cleaning and wetting particularly in applications where levels of non-volatiles need to be minimized, and, optionally, anti-bacterial agents for preserving or surface activity and optionally perfumes for aesthetics.

Pre-moistened wipes

The present invention provides preferred, preferably liquid, hard surface cleaning compositions, compositions with cleaning liquid composition on a substrate, compositions used with absorbent pads and implements and devices for making the process of cleaning hard surfaces and/or maintaining their appearance and hygiene easier and more effective. These compositions, along with specific instructions for use are advantageous for removal of and/or prevention of buildup of soils commonly encountered on floors, glass surfaces, counters, walls, showers and/or tubs, said compositions comprising hydrophilic polymers to render the cleaned surface hydrophilic and to improve the appearance when the surface is either not rinsed, or when the composition is incompletely removed, specific surfactant, preferably surfactant selected to minimize spotting/filming, optionally specific organic cleaning solvents to provide cleaning and wetting particularly in applications where levels of non-volatiles need to be minimized, and, optionally, anti-bacterial agents for preserving or surface activity and optionally perfumes for aesthetics.

Selective colorization of thermal imaging

An example computing system comprises a processor and a storage device holding instructions executable by the processor to receive a thermal image acquired via a thermal imaging system, each pixel of the thermal image comprising an intensity level, and generate a histogram via binning pixels by intensity level. The instructions are further executable to, based at least on the histogram, determine a subset of pixels to colorize, colorize the subset of pixels to produce a selectively colorized image, and output the selectively colorized image.

Container base and lid with planar area for flat application of adhesive membrane

The invention provides a container (40) of the type to hold fresh food or produce. Container (40) has a base (42) and a lid (44) moveable with respect to the base (42) between an open position and a closed position. The lid (44) has a first planar area (54). The base has a second planar area (56). In the closed position, the first planar area (54) and the second planar area (56) include a substantially flat area suitable for receipt of an adhesive membrane, such as a self-adhesive label. The substantially flat area includes an edge (55) of the first planar area (54) and at least part of the second planar area (56).

Self-gripping hernia prosthesis

A self-gripping hernia prosthesis (20) including a layer of repair fabric and a plurality of tissue grips (24) protruding from a surface of the repair fabric. The grip may be fabricated independent of the repair fabric and subsequently attached to the layer of fabric. A backing layer may be employed to secure each grip to the repair fabric. Each grip may include a base (30) that is located between the repair fabric (34) and the backing layer (36). Alternatively, the base may be attached directly to the backing layer. The tissue grips may be configured to minimize entanglement with the repair fabric.

Partially overlapping adjacent containers

The present invention provides a container (110) including a base floor and sidewalls (148) generally upstanding from the base floor. A rim (150) at least partially defines an opening through which product is to be inserted in the container (110). At least one of the sidewalls (148) and at least a portion of the rim (150) of the container (110) is adapted to allow at least portion of the container's in-use footprint area to overlap any adjacently placed, similar container's in-use footprint area whilst overcoming or at least minimising any interference being encountered through rim portions of any two adjacently placed, similar containers abutting, when in normal use.

Method and system for defining motion path of multimedia object

(57)【要約】 【課題】 経路定義のための方法およびシステムを提供 する。 【解決手段】 運動経路がアプリケーション開発環境に おいてマルチメディア・オブジェクトに対して定義され る。マルチメディア・オブジェクトはアプリケーション 開発環境のレイアウト領域に配置される。次いで、運動 経路がポインティング・デバイスを使用してオブジェク トに対するレイアウト領域内に指定される。オブジェク トをポインティング・デバイスによって運動経路に沿っ てドラッグするか、あるいは独立した点をポインティン グ・デバイスによって選択して、運動経路を定義するこ とができる。いったん経路が定義されると、経路の変更 は容易に行うことができる。ユーザは追加または削除の ためにポインティング・デバイスを用いて点を選択する だけで、点を追加または削除することができる。さら に、ユーザは２つ以上の運動経路を１つに組み合わせる ことができる。

Spin cast end cap assembly with internal flyweights

A spin cast die assembly includes a casing, an insert and an end cap assembly for retaining the insert against an annular shoulder within the casing. The end cap assembly has a mounting ring attached an end of the casing. The mounting ring receives a flyweight ring which engages an end of the insert and which pivotally supports a plurality of flyweight members which are mounted radially internally with respect to the mounting ring. The mounting ring has an annular flyweight engagement surface which faces generally radially inwardly and towards the shoulder. As the assembly is spun, the inner ends of the flyweight members pivot radially outwardly. The flyweight members thereby cooperate with the flyweight engagement surfaces of the mounting ring to cause the flyweight ring to move axially towards the insert and thereby force the insert against the shoulder.

Hard surface cleaning compositions, premoistened wipes, methods of use, and articles comprising said compositions or wipes and instructions for use resulting ineasier cleaning and maintenance, improved surface appearance and/or hygiene und er stress conditions such as no-rinse

Plowing machine

A container

Perfumes having odor longevity benefits

O-Ring Retaining Apparatus for a Bar Gun

A system and method of using an O-ring retaining apparatus to maintain an O-ring in the same position relative to the position of the handle of a bar gun while permitting a valve stem in physical contact with the O-ring to slide past without the O-ring becoming dislodged.

100% synthetic absorbent wipes

The present invention provides preferred, preferably liquid, hard surface cleaning compositions, compositions with cleaning liquid composition on a substrate, compositions used with absorbent pads and implements and devices for making the process of cleaning hard surfaces and/or maintaining their appearance and hygiene easier and more effective. These compositions, along with specific instructions for use are advantageous for removal of and/or prevention of build-up of soils commonly encountered on floors, glass surfaces, counters, walls, showers and/or tubs, said compositions comprising hydrophilic polymers to render the cleaned surface hydrophilic and to improve the appearance when the surface is either not rinsed, or when the composition is incompletely removed, specific surfactant, preferably surfactant selected to minimize spotting/filming, optionally specific organic cleaning solvents to provide cleaning and wetting particularly in applications where levels of non-volatiles need to be minimized, and, optionally, anti-bacterial agents for preserving or surface activity and optionally perfumes for aesthetics.

Novel seh inhibitors and their use

The invention is directed to novel sEH inhibitors and their use in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme. Specifically, the invention is directed to compounds according to Formula I: wherein R1, R2, R4, R5, R6, A, B, Y, Z, n, and m are defined below, and to pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof. The compounds of the invention are sEH inhibitors and can be used in the treatment of diseases mediated by the sEH enzyme, such as hypertension. Accordingly, the invention is further directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of the invention. The invention is still further directed to methods of inhibiting sEH and treatment of conditions associated therewith using a compound of the invention or a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of the invention.

Compression and fixation systems and processes for using the same

A staple apparatus can include a base member substantially coplanar to a first axis and a second axis perpendicular to the first axis. The base member can include a trapezoidal shape including two substantially equal length sides and two unequal length sides, the two unequal length sides comprising a first side and a second side with the first side being shorter than the second side and the first side being parallel with the second side on the first axis. The base member can include an aperture passing through a center point of the base member, a first indentation in the first side, and a second indentation in the second side. The staple apparatus can include a first pair of legs protruding from the first side of the base member and a second pair of legs protruding from the second side of the base member.

Orthopedic torsion generated compression implants and methods for using same

An example orthopedic implant includes a bridge, a plurality of torsion regions coupled to the bridge, and a plurality of legs coupled to and extending from the plurality of torsion regions. The plurality of legs are configured to transition between a first position and a second position, and in the second position, the plurality of legs are angularly displaced relative to the first position. In addition, the legs are biased toward the first position by elastic torsional stresses in the plurality of torsion regions when the legs are in the second position.

Crystalline forms of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4h-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile and formulations thereof

The present disclosure provides polymorphs and formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile (compound I). The present disclosure further provides methods for treating ocular surface pain by administering 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile (compound I). The present invention also provides methods for treating dry eye disease and ocular hyperemia by administering 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile.

Hard surface cleaning compositions, premoistened wipes, methods of use, and articles comprising said compositions or wipes and instructions for use resulting in easier cleaning and maintenance, improved surface appearance and/or hygiene under stress conditions such as no-rinse

The present invention provides preferred, preferably liquid, hard surface cleaning compositions, compositions with cleaning liquid composition on a substrate, compositions used with absorbent pads and implements and devices for making the process of cleaning hard surfaces and/or maintaining their appearance and hygiene easier and more effective. These compositions, along with specific instructions for use are advantageous for removal of and/or prevention of buildup of soils commonly encountered on floors, glass surfaces, counters, walls, showers and/or tubs, said compositions comprising hydrophilic polymers to render the cleaned surface hydrophilic and to improve the appearance when the surface is either not rinsed, or when the composition is incompletely removed, specific surfactant, preferably surfactant selected to minimize spotting/filming, optionally specific organic cleaning solvents to provide cleaning and wetting particularly in applications where levels of non-volatiles need to be minimized, and, optionally, anti-bacterial agents for preserving or surface activity and optionally perfumes for aesthetics.

Vehicle having adjustable suspension

A damping control system for a vehicle having a suspension located between a plurality of ground engaging members and a vehicle frame includes at least one adjustable shock absorber having an adjustable damping profile.

Kaolin Product and Coating Compounding

System, method, and apparatus for operating a high efficiency, high output transmission

A transmission includes an input shaft coupled to a prime mover, a countershaft, main shaft, and an output shaft, with gears between the countershaft and the main shaft. A shift actuator selectively couples the input shaft to the main shaft by rotatably coupling gears between the countershaft and the main shaft. The shift actuator is mounted on an exterior wall of a housing including the countershaft and the main shaft. A controller controls the shift actuator utilizing an actuating pulse and an opposing pulse.

Heavy oil rheology modifiers for flow improvement during production and transportation operations

The present invention generally relates to methods for enhancing production and transportation of heavy and extra-heavy crude oil and for reducing the growth of asphaltene flocculants or hindering their formation, the methods comprising contacting an oil-soluble composition that comprises polyetheramines, tallow amines, tallow diamines, alkylphenol-formaldehyde resins, reaction products of alpha-olefin, maleic anhydride and pentaerythritol, or a combination thereof, with the heavy or extra-heavy crude oil.

Apparatus for dispensing a granular product from a container

A dispensing cap for a container includes a first lid having a dispensing surface and a skirt depending from a periphery thereof. The dispensing surface is formed from at least one of a substantially transparent and translucent material and includes several apertures. A second lid has a second dispensing surface and a second skirt depending from a periphery thereof that is adapted to be inserted into and releasably held within the first lid. The second dispensing surface includes several orifices. The first and second lids are rotatable a full 360° relative to one another.

Method and apparatus for dynamically creating historical groups in a messaging client

A method, apparatus, and computer instructions for managing user lists. A group of instant messaging addresses used most frequently by a user of an instant messaging client on the communications device is identified. The identified group of instant messaging addresses is displayed visibly within a display in the communications device.

Producer gas carburettor

Kaolin paper coating composition containing a defined and delaminated suspension of uncalcined kaolin clay

A defined and delaminated kaolin composition exhibiting high opacity is produced by defining and delaminating a base kaolin clay so as to reduce its colloidal content. The defined and delaminated kaolin composition may also be treated with hexamethylenediamine and aluminum sulfate to further enhance opacity. Whether treated or untreated, the defined and delaminated kaolin composition functions superiorly in paper coating formulations, alone or blended with known coating clays, improving the opacity, print gloss, sheet gloss and printability of paper sheet coated therewith.

Detergent compositions containing amines and anionic surfactants

A liquid detergent composition comprising anionic surfactants selected from the group of alkyl alkoxy sulfates and alkyl sulfates, characterized in that said detergent composition further comprises a tertiary amine having formula (1), wherein R1 is C4-C10, preferably C8-C10 alkyl; n is 2-4, preferably n is 3; R2 is C1-C4 or formula (2), whereby x is 1-5, R3 is H or C1-C2 alkyl.

Method for creating browser-based user interface applications using a framework

A framework and method of programming web-based interfaces using management classes for the management of behavior regarding specific web elements wherein said code relating to said management classes is loaded into a user's browser and primarily executed within the client-side browser environment.

Biomass stove apparatus and method for its use

A biomass stove comprising: an outer container; an inner combustion chamber for fuel being housed inside said outer container; and a fan for supplying air to the stove as a primary air supply to the bottom of the combustion chamber and a secondary air supply at or adjacent to the top of the combustion chamber; in which the combustion chamber comprises corrosion resistant and high temperature resistant, ceramic material; and the stove further comprises : a regulator for regulating the flow primary air supply and secondary air supply; and a grate at the bottom of the combustion chamber, for supporting fuel in the combustion chamber and being adjustable in height with respect to the bottom of the combustion chamber to accommodate fuel in the combustion chamber from the grate and up to the top or to near the top of the combustion chamber. The present invention also provides a method for operating such a biomass stove.

Hard surface cleaning compositions comprising modified alkylbenzene sulfonates

This invention relates to hard surface cleaning compositions which include modified alkylbenzene sulfonate surfactant mixtures.

Product and method for preventing respiratory virus infection

A method of treating pneumonia or other respiratory disease caused by respiratory syncytial virus, adenovirus, parainfluenza virus, or influenza virus by orally administering a liquid, preferably an infant formula, containing a virus neutralizing antibody.

Process for preparing a phenylalanine derivative

A novel process for the preparation of a phenylalanine derivative of formula (I):

Container base and lid with planar area for flat application of adhesive membrane

The invention provides a container (40) of the type to hold fresh food or produce. Container (40) has a base (42) and a lid (44) moveable with respect to the base (42) between an open position and a closed position. The lid (44) has a first planar area (54). The base has a second planar area (56). In the closed position, the first planar area (54) and the second planar area (56) include a substantially flat area suitable for receipt of an adhesive membrane, such as a self-adhesive label. The substantially flat area includes an edge (55) of the first planar area (54) and at least part of the second planar area (56).

Fragrance pro-accords

The present invention relates to perfume and fragrance pro-accords which are suitable for use in personal care and personal hygiene compositions as fragrance delivery systems. The pro-accords of the present invention slowly release fragrance raw materials upon contact with human skin thereby providing a prolonged fragrance benefit. The pro-accords serve as a means for delivering any fragrance raw material as well as other adjunct materials inter alia astringents, carriers, and diluents.

Liquid detergent composition containing oleoyl sarcosinates and anionic surfactants

Target aimpoint location

BK channel-modulating peptides and their use

The present invention concerns peptides and nucleic acids encoding the peptides, and their use for modulating large conductance Ca2+ activated K+ (BK) channel activity in cells; for treating conditions such as presbycusis (age-related hearing loss), audiogenic seizures, alcohol addiction, cancer, and neurodegenerative disease; and for delivering a cargo moiety to the brain of a subject through the blood-brain barrier.

Crop sprayers, liquid distribution systems for crop sprayers, and related methods

A liquid distribution system for a crop sprayer having a laterally extendable boom includes a first product tank configured to contain a first liquid, one or more auxiliary product tank(s) configured to contain an additional liquid(s), a first fluid power source in fluid communication with the first product tank, a pressurized air source in fluid communication with the auxiliary product tank, at least one mixing valve carried by the boom, and at least one nozzle carried by the boom and configured to receive mixed liquid from the at least one mixing valve. The mixing valve(s) are configured to receive the first liquid and the additional liquid(s), and form the mixed liquid. Crop sprayers and related methods are also disclosed.

Detergent compositions containing amines and anionic surfactants

A liquid detergent composition comprising anionic surfactants selected from the group of alkyl alkoxy sulfates and alkyl sulfates, characterized in that said detergent composition further comprises an amine selected from i) primary amines having the formula: R1R2R3N, wherein R1 and R2 are both H; and wherein R3 is C4-C18, or R4X(CH2)n, whereby X is -O-, -C(O)NH- or -NH-, R4 is a C6C18, n is between 1 to 5; ii) tertiary amines having the formula R1R2R3N, wherein neither R1 nor R2 is H, R1 and R2 are C1-C8 alkylchains or (II), whereby n is between 1 to 5 and x is between 1 to 5, R3 is either C4-C18 or R4X(CH2)n, whereby X is -O-, -C(O)NH- or -NH-, R4 is a C6-C18, n is between 1 to 5 and R5 is H or C1-C2 alkyl; and iii) mixtures of said primary and tertiary amines.

Formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile

The present invention provides formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile (compound I) and methods for treating ocular surface pain by administering such formulations. The present invention also provides methods for treating dry eye disease and ocular hyperemia by administering formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile.

COMPOUNDS, PROCESSES AND MARKING SYSTEMS.

Whole-cell cancer vaccines and methods for selection thereof

The present invention provides a modified human cancer cell comprising a recombinant polynucleotide encoding an allele of a human leukocyte antigen gene. The present invention also provides methods for selecting a whole-cell cancer vaccine for a subject having cancer and methods of treating cancer using whole-cell cancer vaccines of the present invention. In addition, the present invention provides a method of determining the HER2 status of a cell. Compositions and kits are also provided herein.

Detergent compositions containing fragrance precursors and the fragrance precursors themselves

Detergent compositions containing certain acetals or ketals which hydrolyze upon exposure of surfaces washed in solution of said compositions to a reduction in pH, thereby releasing a fragrance which is characteristic of one or more of the hydrolysis products . The acetals and ketals themselves also form part of the invention; they have a molecular weight of at least about 350; a ClogP of about 4, and a half-life of less than 60 minutes when measured at pH = 0 by the pro-fragrant hydrolysis test.

Stop shoe for wagons

Fruit-gatherer.

Formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4h-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile

The present invention provides formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile (compound I) and methods for treating ocular surface pain by administering such formulations. The present invention also provides methods for treating dry eye disease and ocular hyperemia by administering formulations of 4-(7-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-4-oxo-4H-quinazolin-3-yl)-benzonitrile.

O-ring retaining apparatus for a bar gun

A system and method of using an O-ring retaining apparatus to maintain an O-ring in the same position relative to the position of the handle of a bar gun while permitting a valve stem in physical contact with the O-ring to slide past without the O-ring becoming dislodged.

Process for preparing a phenylalanine derivative

A novel process for the preparation of a phenylalanine derivative of formula (I):