Control stick sensitivity adjustment

Examples are disclosed that relate to adjusting sensitivity of a control stick. In one example, a method comprises: receiving a dead zone inflection point defining a boundary of a dead zone region and a playspace region within a normalized two-dimensional movement space, receiving a sensitivity inflection point within the playspace region of the normalized two-dimensional movement space, transforming the sensitivity inflection point to a transformed sensitivity inflection point using a sensitivity scaling function that comprises the dead zone inflection point, receiving position data representing a current position of the control stick, and transforming the current position to a transformed position using a mapping function comprising the dead zone inflection point and the transformed sensitivity inflection point.

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee. 1. A system for cosmetic or therapeutic training configured to aid in training a care provider to provide cosmetic or therapeutic injections , the system comprising:a testing tool having an injection needle head, the testing tool configured to emit light;an apparatus configured to receive an injection and attenuate the light emitted by the testing tool, the attenuation representative of an injection parameter; anda light detector, the light detector positioned to detect the light attenuated by the apparatus.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a processor configured to receive and process an indication of the detected light from the light detector.3. The system of claims 2 , further comprising a display device.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the display device is configured to display the indication of the detected light from the light detector.5. The system of claims 4 , wherein the indication of the detected light is an image.6. The system of claims 3 , wherein the display device is configured to display injection measurement data.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the injection parameter is one or more of a location of the injection claim 1 , a depth of the injection claim 1 , an angle of injection claim 1 , or a pressure of the injection.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the processor is configured to determine an accuracy of the injection.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus comprises a plurality of nesting layers claim 1 , wherein each layer provides ...

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee. 1. (canceled)2. A method of rating an injector , the method comprising:injecting an injection apparatus at a first injection location using a testing tool;detecting at least one injection parameter of the injection, the at least one injection parameter comprising detecting a three-dimensional location of the testing tool in the injection apparatus during the injection;compiling injection parameters from multiple injections by the injector at the first location; anddetermining a first rating of the injector from the injection parameters from the multiple injections at the first location.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the injector is a primary care physician claim 2 , dentist claim 2 , veterinarian claim 2 , nurse practitioner claim 2 , nurse claim 2 , physician's assistant claim 2 , aesthetic spa physician claim 2 , plastic surgeon claim 2 , facial plastic surgeon claim 2 , oculoplastic surgeon claim 2 , or dermatologist.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the rating provides an indication of an accuracy of the injector.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the rating provides an indication of an estimated skill level of the injector.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the rating provides an indication of a number of injections performed by the injector.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the rating is publically published.8. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:injecting the injection apparatus at a second injection location using a testing tool, the second injection location ...

Castable sensor device

A sensor assembly for a castable lure is provided including a pressure sensor configured to measure a water pressure applied to the castable lure when deployed in an underwater environment, a processor, and a memory including computer program code. The computer program code configured to, when executed on the processor, cause the processor to receive pressure data from the pressure sensor, correlate the pressure data with time stamp data, cause the pressure data and correlated time stamp data to be stored in the memory, determine a data connection status between a transceiver and a marine electronic device, and in response to determining that a data connection exists, cause the pressure data and the correlated time stamp data to be transmitted to the marine electronic device. The pressure data and correlated pressure data correspond to a depth profile for a cast of the castable lure.

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee. 1. A testing tool system comprising:a needle;a barrel; anda light source configured to emit light from a central point of the needle.2. The testing tool system of claim 1 , further comprising a plunger.3. The testing tool system of claim 2 , further comprising a sensor configured to determine a relative position of the plunger with respect to the barrel.4. The testing tool system of claim 3 , wherein the sensor is a potentiometer.5. The testing tool of system claim 2 , further comprising a friction system configured to simulate an injection.6. The testing tool system of claim 1 , wherein the needle is hollow and includes a tip.7. The testing tool system of claim 6 , further comprising an optical fiber configured to transmit the emitted light to the tip of the needle.8. The testing tool system of claim 1 , wherein the emitted light is one or more of visible light claim 1 , non-visible light claim 1 , ultraviolet light claim 1 , polarized light claim 1 , infrared light or fluorescent light.9. The testing tool system of claim 1 , further comprising a transmitter configured to transmit a plurality of injection parameters from the testing tool for an injection.10. The testing tool system of claim 9 , wherein the plurality of injection parameters include one or more of: depth claim 9 , angle claim 9 , speed claim 9 , friction claim 9 , and pressure of the injection.11. The testing tool system of claim 9 , further comprising a processor in data communication with the transmitter and ...

CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY FOR ELECTROSURGICAL DEVICES, ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

The invention provides a cartridge assembly to couple a tissue treatment device with an electrosurgical unit, with the cartridge assembly operable with a power delivery apparatus and a fluid delivery apparatus of the electrosurgical unit. The invention also provides an electrosurgical unit comprising a power delivery apparatus and a fluid delivery apparatus operable with the cartridge assembly and a system thereof. 1. A tissue treatment assembly configured to engage and disengage with an electrosurgical unit having a source of radio-frequency energy , the tissue treatment assembly comprising:a shaft including an elongated conductor having a proximal end portion and a distal end portion, the distal end portion including an electrode, wherein at least a section of the elongated conductor is a hollow shaft; an identifier circuit including a printed circuit board having a circuit element configured to afford communication of a signal to the electrosurgical unit, wherein the signal is configured to identify a parameter of the tissue treatment assembly to the electrosurgical unit; and', 'a portion of a control circuit couplable to the elongated conductive portion, the control circuit having an electrical input configured to receive radio-frequency energy based on the parameter from the source of radio-frequency energy and configured to provide the radio-frequency energy to the elongated conductive portion; and, 'a housing formed from an electrically insulating material and associated with the proximal end portion of the shaft, the housing includinga switch disposed between the electrical input and the electrode, the switch transitionable between an open position and a closed position, wherein the closed position enables radio-frequency energy to reach the electrode, and wherein the open position prevents radio-frequency energy from reaching the electrode.2. The tissue treatment assembly of wherein the portion of the control circuit is disposed on the printed circuit board ...

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee. 1. (canceled)2. A method of injection training , the method comprising:providing an injection apparatus configured to simulate a human face; inserting the needle into the injection apparatus; and', 'moving the plunger relative to the barrel;, 'simulating an injection using a testing tool comprising a needle, barrel, and a plunger, wherein simulating the injection comprisesdetermining a location of the needle insertion into the injection apparatus;displaying a real-time injection path of the testing tool relative to a three-dimensional model of the human face, the three-dimensional model of the human face comprising different anatomical layers;displaying an indication of an accuracy of the simulated injection on the three-dimensional model of the human face.3. The method of claim 2 , further displaying the indication of the accuracy for multiple injections.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising displaying a volume of the simulated injection.5. The method of claim 2 , further comprising displaying the animation in real-time.6. The method of claim 2 , further comprising displaying identifying information indicative of anatomical structures.7. The method of claim 2 , displaying the location of the needle insertion on a muscle layer of the three-dimensional model of the human face.8. The method of claim 2 , further comprising emitting light from a light source in the testing tool.9. The method of claim 8 , further comprising detecting a characteristic of the emitted light within ...

Systems and Methods for Generating an Audit Trail for Auditable Devices

In some embodiments, auditable devices such as auditable cameras are provided. The auditable devices maintain audit trail data that is digitally signed and stored on the devices until it can be uploaded to an evidence management system. When intermittent data connections to the evidence management system are available, an auditable device may transmit records of urgent events to the evidence management system. The transmission of urgent events via ad-hoc data connections and the digital signing of audit trail data help overcome technical obstacles in establishing provably reliable data collection while minimizing power consumption by the auditable device.

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee. 1. (canceled)2. A system for cosmetic or therapeutic training , the system comprising:a testing tool comprising an injection syringe including a needle, barrel and plunger configured to be used by a user to simulate an injection; a first synthetic anatomical layer configured to simulate a first muscle layer or a first skin layer; and', 'a second synthetic anatomical layer different from the first synthetic anatomical layer, the second synthetic anatomical layer configured to simulate a second muscle layer or a second skin layer, the first and second synthetic anatomical layers comprising different densities to simulate a feeling of injection into the anatomical structure;, 'an injection apparatus configured to simulate an anatomical structure of a human face including the appearance and feel of human skin and muscle, the injection apparatus configured to remain stationary and receive an injection by the testing tool, the injection apparatus comprisinga detection system including a first portion and a second portion, the first portion connected to the testing tool and the second portion configured to remain stationary and detect a position of the first portion connected to the testing tool as the testing tool penetrates through each of the first and second synthetic anatomical layers of the injection apparatus;a processor configured to receive an indication of the detected testing tool and determine an injection parameter; anda display device configured to display different layers ...

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee. 1. (canceled)2. A system for cosmetic or therapeutic training , the system comprising:a testing tool comprising an injection syringe including a needle, barrel and plunger configured to be used by a user to simulate an injection;an injection apparatus configured to simulate an anatomical structure of a human face, the injection apparatus configured to receive an injection by the testing tool, the injection apparatus comprising a synthetic skin layer comprising a cosmetic condition;a detection system configured to detect a position of the testing tool as the testing tool penetrates through the injection apparatus; receive an indication of the position of the testing tool and determine an accuracy of the position of the testing tool; and', 'correlate movement of the plunger with a volume of injection and determine an accuracy of the volume of injection; and, 'a processor configured toa display device configured to display different anatomical layers of the anatomical structure.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the synthetic skin layer is removable from the injection apparatus.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the cosmetic condition is a wrinkle.5. A system for cosmetic or therapeutic training claim 2 , the system comprising:a testing tool comprising an injection syringe including a needle, barrel and plunger configured to be used by a user to simulate an injection;an injection apparatus configured to simulate an anatomical structure of a human face, the injection apparatus ...

Methods of forming a cutting element including a multi-layered cutting table, and related cutting elements and earth-boring tools

A method of forming a cutting element comprises forming a first material comprising discrete coated particles within a container. The first material is pressed to form a first green structure comprising interbonded coated particles. A second material comprising additional discrete coated particles is formed over the first green structure within the container. The second material is pressed to form a second green structure comprising additional interbonded coated particles. The first green structure and the second green structure are sintered to form a multi-layered cutting table. Additional methods of forming a cutting element, a cutting element, and an earth-boring tool are also described.

Stimulation of ovarian follicle development and oocyte maturation

Methods are provided for stimulating ovarian follicles in a mammal through activation of the mTor signaling pathway.

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee. 1. (canceled)2. An injection apparatus configured to simulate at least a portion of a patient under test , the injection apparatus comprising:a first structure configured to simulate a portion of a patient under test; andat least one injection layer configured to simulate an injection condition, the injection layer configured to attenuate emitted light from a testing tool such that at least one testing parameter of a desired injection can be determined.3. The injection apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising at least two injection layers claim 2 , wherein each injection layer is configured to attenuate the emitted light.4. The injection apparatus of claim 3 , wherein each of the two or more injection layers attenuates the emitted light differently.5. The injection apparatus of claim 4 , wherein each of the two or more injection layers is tinted with a different color and the emitted light is visible light.6. The injection apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the patient is a human.7. The injection apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the patient is an animal.8. The injection apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first structure is a head.9. The injection apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first structure is a back.10. The injection apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first structure is a chest.11. A method of rating an injector claim 2 , the method comprising:using an injection apparatus to detect injection parameters about an injection by an injector using a testing tool; anddetermining a ...

Firearm conversion device

A device for converting a semiautomatic firearm to a non-semiautomatic firearm. The device includes a bolt stop lever pivotally attachable to a receiver of a firearm, a spring configured to be installed in contact with the bolt stop lever and a firearm receiver such that the spring exerts a force on the bolt stop lever to retain the bolt stop lever in a first position, and, a bolt release mechanism operatively coupleable to the bolt stop lever and configured to pivot the bolt stop lever against the force of the spring into a second position. The bolt release mechanism is operatively decoupled from the bolt stop lever when the bolt stop lever reaches the second position. When in the first position the bolt stop lever restricts motion of a bolt of the firearm, and when in the second position, the bolt stop lever permits motion of the firearm bolt.

Method and apparatus for eddy current compensation in a radio frequency probe

Systems and methods are provided for determining a characteristic of an associated in vivo sensor within a living body. A transmit coil produces an excitation signal, having a first orientation, to excite the in vivo sensor to produce a response signal. A receive coil produces a current in response to the response signal. The receive coil is oriented to interact with signals having a second orientation that is substantially orthogonal to first orientation. The probe further comprises at least one eddy current compensation coil that produces a compensation field. A component of the compensation field along the second orientation has a magnitude at the receive coil substantially equal and opposite to a magnitude of a similarly oriented component of a magnetic field associated with eddy currents induced within the body.

Apparatus and method for assessing loads on adjacent bones

An apparatus (10) that utilizes microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology to provide an in vivo assessment of loads on adjacent bones (24 and 26) comprises a body (34) for insertion between the adjacent bones. At least one sensor (42) is associated with the body (34). The sensor (42) generates an output signal in response to and indicative of a load being applied to the body (34) through the adjacent bones (24 and 26). A telemetric device (40) is operatively coupled with the sensor (42). The telemetric device (40) is operable to receive the output signal from the sensor (42) and to transmit an EMF signal dependent upon the output signal. According to various aspects of the invention, the sensor comprises a pressure sensor (42), a load cell (320), and/or at least one strain gauge (142).

Method and apparatus for eddy current compensation in a radio frequency probe

Systems and methods are provided for determining a characteristic of an associated in vivo sensor within a living body. A transmit coil produces an excitation signal, having a first orientation, to excite the in vivo sensor to produce a response signal. A receive coil produces a current in response to the response signal. The receive coil is oriented to interact with signals having a second orientation that is substantially orthogonal to first orientation. The probe further comprises at least one eddy current compensation coil that produces a compensation field. A component of the compensation field along the second orientation has a magnitude at the receive coil substantially equal and opposite to a magnitude of a similarly oriented component of a magnetic field associated with eddy currents induced within the body.

Apparatus and method for assessing loads on adjacent bones

An apparatus (10) that utilizes microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology to provide an in vivo assessment of loads on adjacent bones (24 and 26) comprises a body (34) for insertion between the adjacent bones. At least one sensor (42) is associated with the body (34). The sensor (42) generates an output signal in response to and indicative of a load being applied to the body (34) through the adjacent bones (24 and 26). A telemetric device (40) is operatively coupled with the sensor (42). The telemetric device (40) is operable to receive the output signal from the sensor (42) and to transmit an EMF signal dependent upon the output signal. According to various aspects of the invention, the sensor comprises a pressure sensor (42), a load cell (320), and/or at least one strain gauge (142).

MEMS-based integrated magnetic particle identification system

The present invention provides a MEMS-based integrated particle identification system having a substrate, a magnetic structure, and a bioferrograph. The substrate includes a topside portion, backside portion and a flow system. The flow system includes a flow channel for accepting the flow of a stream of particles to identified. The magnetic structure is in physical communication with the topside and backside portions of the substrate and has at least two pole pieces. A plurality of pole piece embodiments are provided for generating a magnetic field that acts on magnetically susceptible particles in the flow stream. The bioferrograph has at least one sensor for identifying the presence and quantity of magnetically susceptible particles. A plurality of sensor embodiments are also provided.

Apparatus and method for assessing loads on adjacent bones

Vanadium-stabilized aluminium particles

Torsional vibration damper and method of making a torsional vibration damper

A viscous torsional vibration damper of the kind operating on the shear film principle has an annular shaped housing providing an annular working chamber within which is mounted an annular complementary inertia mass ring and a viscous damping fluid substantially fills shear film spaces between the working surfaces of the inertia ring and confronting working surfaces of the housing within the chamber. The cover has one or more lugs extending from the outside of an axially extending wall that engage with lugs inside the housing near the bottom wall. Rotation of the cover relative to the housing causes an axial force through the lugs that forces the cover into sealing engagement with the housing.

Ultrafiltration membrane, device, bioartificial organ and methods

Sterile device and method for producing same

A sterile device immersed in a sterile buffer and a method for providing same. The sterile device may be a medical device such as a biosensor having a biomolecule as a sensing element such as, for example, a glucose oxidase enzyme. The buffer may be a bicarbonate solution. Both the device and the buffer may be packaged and stored over long term while maintaining sterilization. The sterilization method may comprise a combination of gaseous, liquid and light sterilization.

Cathode for electrolytic production of titanium and other metal powders

Disclosed herein are electrolytic cells comprising cathodes having a non-uniform current distribution and methods of use thereof.

Self-supporting, shaped, three-dimensional biopolymeric materials and methods

Self-supporting, shaped, three-dimensional cross-linked proteinaceous biopolymeric materials that may be implanted in vivo, and methods of making such materials are disclosed. The biopolymeric materials most preferably include reinforcing media, such as biocompatible fibrous or particulate materials. In use, the preformed, shaped biopolymeric materials may be applied to tissue in need of repair and then sealed around its edges with a liquid bioadhesive. In such a manner, repaired tissue which is capable of withstanding physiological pressures may be provided.

SYSTEM FOR COSMETIC AND THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

Systems and methods are disclosed for an apparatus and method for practicing injection techniques through an injectable apparatus. The injectable apparatus may contain a camera that is configured to detect the intensity and color of light attenuated from a testing tool after it is injected into a simulated human or animal body parts. A training tool may be connected to a user display device to generate a display of the injection apparatus as well as the performance parameters of a trainee.

Automatic detection of unusual consumption by a utility meter

Storage and review of ultrasound images and loops on hemodynamic and electrophysiology workstations

A system and device for obtaining and reviewing patient data and ultrasound images from a patient such that the patient data and ultrasound images can be viewed simultaneously. The ultrasound images are obtained by an ultrasound system in real-time during a procedure carried out on the patient. The physiology workstation receives patient data as well as the ultrasound images and stores both the patient data and the ultrasound images within the physiological recording system. The ultrasound images and patient data are also communicated to a central data storage device where the ultrasound images and patient data are stored and can be accessed by a remotely located reviewing station. A display contained on the physiology workstation allows both the ultrasound images and the patient data to be viewed at the physiology workstation. Preferably, the patient data and the ultrasound images include common, time-based synchronization data obtained from a synchronization signal such that the ultrasound images and patient data can be time-synchronized during subsequent viewing after the completion of the procedure.

Method and apparatus for in vivo sensing

Systems and methods for in vivo sensing are provided. An excitation signal is produced, having a first frequency component and a second frequency component. The first frequency component is swept through a plurality of excitation frequencies within a frequency range of interest. A response signal is received from an in vivo sensor. The response signal includes a mix component having a frequency equal to one of a sum of a first excitation frequency associated with the first frequency component and a second excitation frequency associated with the second frequency component and a difference between the first and second excitation frequencies. The mix component is evaluated to determine a resonant frequency of the in vivo sensor.

Test method development for mass flow identification of occluding small particulates in microlumens

Method and systems for determining acceptance criteria for identification of occluding particles in a lumen of a device are provided. The methods and systems can be used in methods of identifying an occluded device in an inspection method.

Microneedle array module and method of fabricating the same

A microneedle array module is disclosed comprising a multiplicity of microneedles affixed to and protruding outwardly from a front surface of a substrate to form the array, each microneedle of the array having a hollow section which extends through its center to an opening (32) in the tip thereof. The substrate (10) includes an array of holes which align with the hollow sections of the microneedles and extend through the substrate to a back surface (14) thereof, whereby a liquid applied to the back surface (14) of the substrate (10) may be forced through the holes in the substrate and out through the tips of the microneedle array thereof. In one embodiment, the substrate (10) includes a reservoir well (12) in the back surface (14) thereof. A method of fabricating the microneedle array module is also disclosed.

ANTI-BEARING STOPPER FOR AIR FREIGHT

Une butée anti-roulement (10) pour fret comprend une base (20) possédant une première extrémité et une seconde extrémité. Une première tête de guidage (30) est montée de façon mobile sur la base (20) à proximité de la première extrémité, et une seconde tête de guidage (40) est montée de façon mobile sur la base (20) à proximité de la seconde extrémité. Les têtes de guidage sont chacune mobiles entre une position de blocage levée et une position de non-blocage abaissée. Un élément de blocage est monté de façon mobile sur la base (20) et est disposé entre les têtes de guidage. L'élément de blocage comprend une première partie en prise avec la première tête de guidage (30), et une seconde partie en prise avec la seconde tête de guidage (40), et est mobile entre une première position et une seconde position. A cargo anti-roll stop (10) includes a base (20) having a first end and a second end. A first guide head (30) is movably mounted on the base (20) proximate the first end, and a second guide head (40) is movably mounted on the base (20) proximate the second end. The guide heads are each movable between a raised locking position and a non-locking position lowered. A locking member is movably mounted on the base (20) and is disposed between the guide heads. The locking member includes a first portion engaged with the first guide head (30), and a second portion engaged with the second guide head (40), and is movable between a first position and a second position.

Systems and methods for providing nonlinear journaling

In one embodiment, systems and methods are provided for nonlinear journaling. In one embodiment, groups of data designated for storage in a data storage unit are journaled into persistent storage. In one embodiment, the journal data is recorded nonlinearly. In one embodiment, a linked data structure records data and data descriptors in persistent storage.

Iron compounds and use as a fire retardant or sound suppressant

The present invention provides fire resistant compositions comprising an iron containing composition having fire retardant properties selected from the group consisting of iron (II) carbonate, iron carbonate hydroxide, iron (II) hydroxide, iron (III) hydroxide and a combination thereof and a method to manufacture the iron containing composition from a metal chloride stream. The iron containing composition can also be used as a sound suppressant or an electrical insulator.

Stimulation of ovarian follicle development and oocyte maturation

Methods are provided for stimulating ovarian follicles in a mammal through disruption of the Hippo signaling pathway.

Mems-based integrated magnetic particle identification system

The present invention provides a MEMS-based integrated particle identification system having a substrate, a magnetic structure, and a bioferrograph. The substrate includes a topside portion, backside portion and a flow system. The flow system includes a flow channel for accepting the flow of a stream of particles to identified. The magnetic structure is in physical communication with the topside and backside portions of the substrate and has at least two pole pieces. A plurality of pole piece embodiments are provided for generating a magnetic field that acts on magnetically susceptible particles in the flow stream. The bioferrograph has at least one sensor for identifying the presence and quantity of magnetically susceptible particles. A plurality of sensor embodiments are also provided.

Firearm conversion device

A device for converting a semiautomatic firearm to a non-semiautomatic firearm. The device includes a bolt stop lever pivotally attachable to a receiver of a firearm, a spring configured to be installed in contact with the bolt stop lever and a firearm receiver such that the spring exerts a force on the bolt stop lever to retain the bolt stop lever in a first position, and, a bolt release mechanism operatively coupleable to the bolt stop lever and configured to pivot the bolt stop lever against the force of the spring into a second position. The bolt release mechanism is operatively decoupled from the bolt stop lever when the bolt stop lever reaches the second position. When in the first position the bolt stop lever restricts motion of a bolt of the firearm, and when in the second position, the bolt stop lever permits motion of the firearm bolt.

Aircraft cargo handling system architecture

A cargo handling system includes a conveyance surface; a first power drive unit having a first drive roller; a first restraint device; one or more sensors configured to provide positional data corresponding to a current location of a unit load device on the conveyance surface; a first power drive unit controller configured for communication with the one or more sensors, the first power drive unit configured to selectively activate and deactivate the first drive roller and the first restraint device based on the positional data and a second power drive unit and a second power drive unit controller configured for communication with the sensor, the second power drive unit controller configured to selectively activate and deactivate a second drive roller based on the positional data.

System, method, and apparatus for contoured thrust surfaces between thrust washer and head for roller cone drill bit

A thrust washer located between the thrust surfaces of the head and the cone of a drill bit allows for radial rotation between the cone, thrust washer, and head during drilling operations. The thrust washer also accommodates axial rotation between the cone and the head. The mating thrust surfaces between the thrust washer and the head are contoured to allow the thrust washer to rotate axially with the cone, and provide increased bearing contact between the thrust washer and the cone.

Method and system for proactively and remotely diagnosing an hvac system

Methods and systems for providing remote and proactive diagnostics of HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning) equipment and HVAC systems.

Conveyor roller assembly

A conveyor roller assembly comprising a supporting bracket through which the roller assembly can be fixed in use, a hollow, generally cylindrical roller shell supported for rotation about its longitudinal axis on the bracket, an electrical generator housed within the roller shell and driven thereby by rotation of the shell to produce an electrical output, a brake within the roller shell and operable to brake rotation of the shell relative to the bracket, a speed sensor within the shell for sensing the speed of rotation of the shell relative to the bracket, and, an actuator powered by the electrical output of the generator when the speed sensor detects that the speed of rotation of the shell relative to the bracket exceeds a predetermined value, to effect operation of the brake to brake rotation of the shell.

Systems and methods for providing nonlinear journaling

In one embodiment, systems and methods are provided for nonlinear journaling. In one embodiment, groups of data designated for storage in a data storage unit are journaled into persistent storage. In one embodiment, the journal data is recorded nonlinearly. In one embodiment, a linked data structure records data and data descriptors in persistent storage.

Firearm conversion device

A device for converting a semiautomatic firearm to a non-semiautomatic firearm. The device includes a bolt stop lever pivotally attachable to a receiver of a firearm, a spring configured to be installed in contact with the bolt stop lever and a firearm receiver such that the spring exerts a force on the bolt stop lever to retain the bolt stop lever in a first position, and, a bolt release mechanism operatively coupleable to the bolt stop lever and configured to pivot the bolt stop lever against the force of the spring into a second position. The bolt release mechanism is operatively decoupled from the bolt stop lever when the bolt stop lever reaches the second position. When in the first position the bolt stop lever restricts motion of a bolt of the firearm, and when in the second position, the bolt stop lever permits motion of the firearm bolt.

Treatment of effluent gases from the manufacture of fertilizer

Process and apparatus are described for an improved treatment of gases effluent from an ammonia phosphoric acid reactor in the manufacture of fertilizers. Ammonia is scrubbed from the gases with aqueous acid, preferably concentrated phosphoric acid, and particulates are captured and removed by contact with solid target particulates, preferably alkaline nephaline syenite. Pond water scrubbing is reduced or eliminated with improved costs and recoveries, secondary pollution is minimized, and land is conserved.

Systems and methods for distributed control

Systems involving distributed control functions are described herein. Each member or device within the system has responsibility for controlling part of the system's behavior, and includes logic to determine what action, if any, will follow as a response to determining information or receiving information from other members or devices within the system. A change of status of one member of a system may provide a basis for action by another member of the system. Status may be the result of sensing a condition of the environment, sensing the condition of a component, receiving the output of a conventional sensor, and/or sensing the condition of a link between components. In some embodiments, action taken by a member of the system may include collecting data during law enforcement activities.

Stimulation of ovarian follicle development and oocyte maturation

Methods are provided for stimulating ovarian follicles in a mammal through activation of the mTor signaling pathway.

Fiber Reinforced Pressure Compensator Diaphragm

A drill bit for drilling a wellbore, the drill bit having a body and at least one bearing. A rotary cone is rotatably attached to the bit body at the bearing. A lubricant reservoir is located in an inner portion of the bit body and is in fluid communication with the bearing. A communication port leads from the inner portion of the bit body to the exterior of the bit body. A fiber reinforced elastomeric pressure compensator diaphragm separates lubricant in the lubricant reservoir from the communication port.

Continuous production of finely divided zirconium powder

Process for production of finely divided zirconium powder by reaction of solid magnesium with ZrCl 4 in a molten salt bath maintained at a temperature below the melting point of magnesium. A preferred salt bath contains about 8 mole % ZrCl 4 in an equimolar mixture of KCl and NaCl and is maintained at about 625° C. Gaseous ZrCl 4 and solid magnesium are continuously fed to a lower portion of the bath, the bath is continuously agitated, and bath containing MgCl 2 is continuously removed. Zirconium powder recovered from the bath is generally spherical with a median particle size of about 2.2 μm and is suitable for use in rapid rise time thermal batteries.

Ultrafiltration membrane, device, bioartificial organ, and methods

The present invention relates to ultrafiltration. In particular, the present invention provides a compact ultrafiltration device (10) and methods for generating an ultrafiltrate, both of which can be used for a variety of applications, including, but not limited to filtering blood, diagnostic applications, and as a bioreactor.

Synergic surface modification for bearing seal

The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for forming a dynamic seal between two surfaces (136, 140). More specifically, the invention relates to creating a textured surface (166) with a thin, hard coating (176) on a metallic annular sealing ring (170) such as the sealing ring used in an earth boring drill bit (100).

Connection and features for interchangeable nosecone for a trolling motor

Various implementations described herein are directed to a trolling motor including an electric motor having a propeller coupled thereto, a shaft configured for coupling the electric motor to a watercraft. The shaft is configured to rotate relative to the watercraft and the shaft defines an internal passage. The trolling motor also includes a housing that encapsulates the motor, a removable nosecone operably coupled to the housing opposite the propeller and configured to encapsulate at least one marine device. One or more mechanical connection features are provided to enable removable connection of the nosecone to the remainder of the trolling motor housing. One or more electrical connection features are provided to enable electrical connection of the at least one marine device through the trolling motor housing.

Iron compounds and use as a fire retardant or sound suppressant

Ultrafiltration membrane, device, bioartificial organ and methods

The present invention relates to ultrafiltration. In particular, the present invention provides a compact ultrafiltration device (10) and methods for generating an ultrafiltrate, both of which can be used for a variety of applications, including, but not limited to filtering blood, diagnostic applications, and as a bioreactor.

Microneedle array module and method of fabricating the same

A microneedle array module is disclosed comprising a multiplicity of microneedles affixed to and protruding outwardly from a front surface of a substrate to form the array, each microneedle of the array having a hollow section which extends through its center to an opening in the tip thereof. A method of fabricating the microneedle array module is also disclosed comprising the steps of: providing etch resistant mask layers to one and another opposite surfaces of a substrate to predetermined thicknesses; patterning the etch resistant mask layer of the one surface for outer dimensions of the microneedles of the array; patterning the etch resistant mask layer of the other surface for inner dimensions of the microneedles of the array; etching unmasked portions of the substrate from one and the other surfaces to first and second predetermined depths, respectively; and removing the mask layers from the one and the other surfaces. One embodiment of the method includes the steps of: providing an etch resistant mask layer to the other surface of the substrate to a predetermined thickness; patterning the etch resistant mask layer of the other surface to define a reservoir region in the substrate; and etching away the unmasked reservoir region of the substrate to form a reservoir well in the other surface of the substrate. A layer of material may be provided to the other surface to enclose the reservoir well and a passageway is provided through the layer to the well region.

Systems and methods of quota accounting

Embodiments of the invention relate generally to incremental computing. Specifically, embodiments of the invention include systems and methods that provide for the concurrent processing of multiple, incremental changes to a data value while at the same time monitoring and/or enforcing threshold values for that data value. For example, a method is provided that implements domain quotas within a data storage system.

Stimulation of ovarian follicle development and oocyte maturation

Methods are provided for stimulating ovarian follicles in a mammal through disruption of the Hippo signaling pathway.

Turbine blade platform cooling holes

During operation of a gas turbine engine, the turbine blades are subjected to extremely high temperatures. While internal cooling passages may be provided within the turbine blades to cool the airfoils, the platforms of the turbine blades also experience high temperatures. In an embodiment, cooling holes are provided in each platform to cool distressed locations in the platform and improve the durability of each turbine blade.

Non-pneumatic tire.

Se describe una llanta no neumática donde una rueda elástica es montada sobre un rin y la rueda tiene un anillo interno (8), un anillo externo (10) y una pluralidad de redes flexibles interconectadas entre los anillos interno y externo. Las redes flexibles definen aberturas (12, 14, 16, 18, 20) a través de la rueda elástica. La rigidez de la rueda interna en una posición adyacente a la cara interna (316) es diferente de la rigidez de la rueda interna en una posición adyacente a la cara externa (314). Esta diferencia de rigidez puede ser lograda por la provisión de membranas infladas (225, 225´) en al menos algunas de las aberturas o mediante moldeo de la rueda con una línea divisoria asimétrica. Además, las ruedas podrían ser dinámicamente controladas por la provisión de membranas magnéticamente accionables en algunas de las aberturas.

Three-way radio switch to allow for manual and automatic standby frequencies

A switching system comprises a three-way radio switch for an onboard radio system. The radio switch includes a manual standby frequency switch that receives and displays a standby frequency input by a user; an automated standby frequency switch that receives and displays a standby frequency automatically input by the system; and an active frequency switch that shows a currently selected frequency. The active frequency switch receives and displays the frequency from the manual standby frequency switch, or receives and displays the frequency from the automated standby frequency switch. A processor is operative to monitor frequencies of the radio system in real-time; compare the frequencies of the radio system with frequencies from a database containing regional radio frequencies; trigger an alert when the frequencies of the radio system do not match the frequencies from the database; and send an updated standby radio frequency to the automated standby frequency switch.

TOP COVER FOR AN AXIAL ROTARY COMBINED HARVESTOR THAT HAS A CONICAL TRANSITION SECTION

Un mecanismo trillador y separador para una cosechadora combinada que incluye un rotor alargado montado de manera que gire alrededor del eje del rotor de la cosechadora combinada dentro del alojamiento para el rotor. El rotor tiene una parte trilladora y una parte separadora. El alojamiento tiene una seccion trilladora y una seccion separadora que se corresponden con la parte trilladora y la parte separadora. El alojamiento rodea el rotor y está separado de éste, de modo que se forma un espacio anular entre el rotor y el alojamiento para que el material de cultivo fluya en la direccion del flujo axial del cultivo, desde un extremo de entrada del alojamiento hasta un extremo de salida del alojamiento. El alojamiento incluye una seccion de transicion uniforme entre la seccion trilladora y la seccion separadora del alojamiento. A threshing and separating mechanism for a combined combine that includes an elongated rotor mounted so that it rotates around the axis of the combined combine rotor within the rotor housing. The rotor has a threshing part and a separating part. The housing has a threshing section and a separating section that correspond to the threshing part and the separating part. The housing surrounds the rotor and is separated from it, so that an annular space is formed between the rotor and the housing so that the crop material flows in the direction of the axial flow of the crop, from an inlet end of the housing to a output end of the housing. The housing includes a uniform transition section between the threshing section and the housing separating section.

Method for electrolytic production of titanium and other metal powders

Disclosed herein is a method of controlling the morphology of a metal product in an electrolytic cell comprising the steps of (a) providing an electrolytic cell comprising a molten electolyte, a cathode having a non-uniform current distribution in contact with the molten electrolyte, and an anode in contact with the molten electrolyte; (b) providing a metal compound to the electrolyte; and (c) applying either a fixed voltage or a fixed current across the anode and the cathode thereby depositing metal on the cathode.

Systems and methods for providing nonlinear journaling

In one embodiment, systems and methods are provided for nonlinear journaling. In one embodiment, groups of data designated for storage in a data storage unit are journaled into persistent storage. In one embodiment, the journal data is recorded nonlinearly. In one embodiment, a linked data structure records data and data descriptors in persistent storage.

Electronic Devices Having Compact Ultra-Wideband Antenna Modules

An electronic device may have an antenna module with a triplet of antennas on a substrate. The triplet may include a first antenna with a radiating element formed from a patch on the substrate and second and third antennas having radiating elements formed from patches on that extend across a smaller lateral area than the patch in the first antenna. The patches in the second and third antennas may have extended electrical lengths formed from parasitic patches embedded within the substrate that are coupled to opposing edges of the patches by fences of conductive vias. The antenna module may include phased antenna arrays for conveying centimeter/millimeter wave signals. Signal conductors for the antennas may be distributed across multiple metallization layers of the substrate.

System and method for selecting a tab within a tabbed browser

Experiments approach to design variation mitigation and optimization

A non-transitory computer readable medium including instructions which, when executed by a processor, cause the processor to: store a design metric and a design metric variation from the simulation of the design metric for a subset of a plurality of conditions in an inner loop and an outer loop, wherein in the outer loop is a sample set of design dimensions and their respective values, while the inner loop varies a plurality of variation conditions of the subset; model the design metric and design metric variation using a response surface; and optimize the design metric or the design metric variation for the subset of a plurality of design dimensions using the response surface to generate an optimized design. In other aspects, a system and a method for design variation and optimization are provided.

Obestatin and its uses

The invention relates to polypeptides referred to herein as obestatin. Obestatin, analogs and mimetics thereof act in signaling pathways, and are shown to modulate hypertension and other cardiovascular parameters, and gastric emptying.

System for measuring intraocular pressure of an eye and a mem sensor for use therewith

A tonometer sensor (10) for disposition in proximity of a surface of an eye is disclosed comprising: a substrate (12) including: a contact surface (14) for making contact with the surface portion of the eye, the contact surface (14) including an outer non-compliant region (16) and an inner compliant region (18) fabricated as an impedance as said inner region (18) changes shape; a first region of material responsive to a non-invasive external force to pres s the contact surface against the surface portion of the eye and cause the compliant region (18) to change shape in proportion to an intraocular pressu re of the eye; and a second region of conductive material (38) electrically coupled to the impedance element of the compliant region and responsive to a n external signal for energizing the impedance element so that the intraocular pressure may be determined.

Bearings for downhole tools, downhole tools incorporating such bearings, and methods of cooling such bearings

Bearings for downhole tools including a first bearing member and a second bearing member, at least one of the first and second bearing members having a channel formed therein. Methods of cooling bearings of downhole tools comprise flowing a fluid within a channel formed in at least one bearing member. Heat is transferred from at least the at least one bearing member to the fluid. The fluid is flowed away from the at least one bearing member.

TRAFFIC DISABILITY DISPLAY IN CONFORMING PERSPECTIVE VIEW

Device for tissue engineering

An implant includes a plurality of parallel layers spaced apart by a plurality of members. Each layer has a substantially uniform thickness between opposite surfaces and a plurality of openings that permit fluid flow through an interior of the implant defined by the layers. The surfaces of each layer includes an array of micro-structures. Each micro-structure has a substantially uniform shape and an average height of about 1 nm to about 20 µm.

Connection and features for interchangeable nosecone for a trolling motor

Various implementations described herein are directed to a trolling motor including an electric motor having a propeller coupled thereto, a shaft configured for coupling the electric motor to a watercraft. The shaft is configured to rotate relative to the watercraft and the shaft defines an internal passage. The trolling motor also includes a housing that encapsulates the motor, a removable nosecone operably coupled to the housing opposite the propeller and configured to encapsulate at least one marine device. One or more mechanical connection features are provided to enable removable connection of the nosecone to the remainder of the trolling motor housing. One or more electrical connection features are provided to enable electrical connection of the at least one marine device through the trolling motor housing.

ANTI-BEARING STOPPER FOR AIR FREIGHT

Butée anti-roulement (110) pour fret comprenant une base (120) et une tête de guidage (130) montée de façon pivotante sur la base (120). La tête (130) est mobile entre une position de blocage levée, et une position de non-blocage abaissée. Une pédale de rétraction (150) est montée de façon pivotante sur la tête (130), et est mobile entre une première position et une seconde position par rapport à la tête de guidage (130). La pédale (150) permet la rotation vers le bas de la tête de guidage (130) à partir de sa position de blocage levée jusqu'à sa position de non-blocage abaissée lorsque la pédale (150) est dans sa seconde position, et bloque la rotation vers le bas de la tête de guidage (130) à partir de sa position de blocage levée jusqu'à sa position de non-blocage abaissée lorsque la pédale de rétraction (150) est dans sa première position. Anti-rolling bearing (110) for freight comprising a base (120) and a guide head (130) pivotally mounted on the base (120). The head (130) is movable between a raised locking position and a lowered non-locking position. A retraction pedal (150) is pivotally mounted on the head (130), and is movable between a first position and a second position relative to the guide head (130). The pedal (150) allows the downward rotation of the guide head (130) from its raised locking position to its lowered non-locking position when the pedal (150) is in its second position, and locks the downward rotation of the guide head (130) from its raised locking position to its lowered non-locking position when the retraction pedal (150) is in its first position.

Dynamic lateral deviation display

A method of dynamically displaying lateral deviation in formats on a display is provided. The method comprises assigning one or more positional boundaries for displaying the lateral deviation information, wherein the one or more positional boundaries define areas on a display. The method also comprises calculating display positions of a lateral deviation symbology and determining if each calculated display position is allowed based on where the lateral deviation display would be located, if displayed at each calculated position, in relation to the one or more positional boundaries. The method further comprises, displaying the lateral deviation symbology at the calucalated positions when the calculated positions are allowed, and displaying a lateral deviation indicator when the calculated positions are not allowed.

Adjustable rear rotor discharge bucket

Bearing apparatuses, systems including same, and related methods

A bearing apparatus is disclosed. Such a bearing apparatus may comprise a rotor including at least one bearing element mounted to the rotor and a stator including at least one bearing element mounted to the stator. At least one compliant member may be positioned between at least one selected bearing element of the at least one bearing element mounted to the rotor and the at least one bearing element mounted to the stator. Mechanical systems including such a bearing apparatus are disclosed, such as, for example, a motor for use in subterranean drilling. A method of assembling a bearing apparatus is disclosed. More specifically, a rotor and a stator each including at least one bearing element may be provided and a compressive force may be applied to the rotor and the stator to compress the bearing surfaces of the rotor and the stator against one another. Rotors and stators are disclosed.

Broadband satellite communication system using optical feeder links

Broadband satellite communications systems using optical feeder links are disclosed. Various optical modulation schemes are disclosed that can provide improved capacity for fixed spot beam, on board beamforming, and ground-based beamforming broadband satellite systems.

Method for electrolytic production of titanium and other metal powders

Disclosed herein is a method of controlling the morphology of a metal product in an electrolytic cell comprising the steps of (a) providing an electrolytic cell comprising a molten electolyte, a cathode having a non-uniform current distribution in contact with the molten electrolyte, and an anode in contact with the molten electrolyte; (b) providing a metal compound to the electrolyte; and (c) applying either a fixed voltage or a fixed current across the anode and the cathode thereby depositing metal on the cathode.

Bearings for downhole tools, downhole tools incorporating such bearings, and methods of cooling such bearings

Bearings for downhole tools including a first bearing member and a second bearing member, at least one of the first and second bearing members having a channel formed therein. Methods of cooling bearings of downhole tools comprise flowing a fluid within a channel formed in at least one bearing member. Heat is transferred from at least the at least one bearing member to the fluid. The fluid is flowed away from the at least one bearing member.

Stimulation of ovarian follicle development and oocyte maturation

Automated load drop based on machine configuration

A controller may obtain, from one or more first devices of a first machine, first information regarding a load associated with a first portion of an object. The first portion, of the object, may be carried by an implement of the first machine and a second portion, of the object, may be carried by an implement of a second machine. The controller may obtain, from one or more second devices of the first machine, second information regarding an orientation of the first machine. The controller may determine, based on the first information and a threshold derived based on the second information, that a load drop condition is satisfied; perform a first action associated with dropping the load; and transmit, to the second machine, information regarding the first action to cause the second machine to perform a second action.

ADJUSTABLE PALETTE SYSTEM FOR THE ACCOMMODATION OF AN AXIAL FLOW ROTOR OF A COMBINED AGRICULTURAL MACHINE

Alojamientos para m quinas agr¡colas combinadas rotativas de flujo axial. Un sistema de paletas ajustables para un alojamiento de una cosechadora combinada rotativa de flujo axial que incorpora, al menos, una seccion de pared plana como parte de la cubierta que, de otra manera, ser¡a cil¡ndrica, oblonga o curva, y paletas ajustables que tienen bases planas que se ajustan angularmente sobre la superficie de la seccion de pared plana. El alojamiento incluye paletas fijas en una parte curva de la cubierta del alojamiento que tiene un extremo de gu¡a, en la direccion del movimiento circunferencial del cultivo, sustancialmente en registro con los extremos posteriores de las paletas ajustables. Las paletas ajustables incluyen conexiones de pivote cerca de los extremos posteriores y conexiones oscilantes cerca de los extremos de gu¡a de las paletas ajustables. Todas las paletas ajustables est n acopladas y se mueven juntas. Se proporciona un mecanismo para hacer oscilar las paletas ajustables desde una posicion correspondiente a la trayectoria helicoidal normal de las paletas fijas a una posicion de desv¡o donde el flujo del cultivo a traves de las paletas ajustables salta uno o m s pasos entre las paletas fijas al paso siguiente a traves de las paletas fijas. Housings for axial combined flow rotary agricultural machines. An adjustable vane system for a housing of a combined axial rotary combine harvester that incorporates at least a flat wall section as part of the roof which would otherwise be cylindrical, oblong or curved, and Adjustable vanes that have flat bases that fit angularly over the surface of the flat wall section. The housing includes fixed vanes in a curved part of the housing cover having a guide end, in the direction of the circumferential movement of the crop, substantially in register with the rear ends of the adjustable vanes. Adjustable vanes include pivot connections near the rear ends and oscillating connections near the guide ends of the adjustable ...

Simultaneously spawning multiple searches across multiple providers

Systems and methods for a snapshot of data

In one embodiment, a user or client device is connected to a distributed file system comprised of one or more physical nodes. The data on each of the physical nodes store metadata about files and directories within the file system. Some of the embodiments permit a user to take a snapshot of data stored on the file system. The snapshot may include a single file, a single directory, a plurality of files within a directory, a plurality of directories, a path on the file system that includes nested files and subdirectories, or more than one path on the file system that each includes nested files and directories.

Livewell operation and control for a vessel

Livewells of a vessel are used to store caught fish, such as during fishing competitions. Apparatuses, systems, and methods track and use fishing information for efficient operation and control of livewells and the associated pumps. An example marine electronic device of a vessel comprises a user interface with a display screen, a processor, and memory including computer program code. The memory and the computer program code are configured to, with the processor, cause the marine electronic device to receive an indication of a fish catch and cause, in response to receiving the indication of the fish catch, a pump associated with a livewell of the vessel to one of fill the livewell with water or recirculate water in the livewell, wherein the water is pumped from a body of water in which the vessel is at least partially submerged.

Earth boring bit with tilted hydrodynamic thrust bearing

An earth boring bit has thrust faces with one of the thrust faces being at least partially tilted relative to the other. The bit has a cone rotatably mounted to a bearing pin of the bit body. The thrust faces are in the cone and on an end of the bearing pin. One of the thrust faces is completely flat and perpendicular to the axis of the bearing pin. The other thrust face has a tilted portion that is at a skewed angle relative to the axis. The tilted portion creates converging and diverging zones between the thrust faces.

Methods of forming a cutting element including a multi-layered cutting table, and related cutting elements and earth-boring tools

A method of forming a cutting element comprises forming a first material comprising discrete coated particles within a container. The first material is pressed to form a first green structure comprising interbonded coated particles. A second material comprising additional discrete coated particles is formed over the first green structure within the container. The second material is pressed to form a second green structure comprising additional interbonded coated particles. The first green structure and the second green structure are sintered to form a multi-layered cutting table. Additional methods of forming a cutting element, a cutting element, and an earth-boring tool are also described.

Automatic preparative gas chromatograph

Grain mass flow estimation

A method of calibrating a mass flow sensor while harvesting grain includes sensing an accumulated mass of a portion of grain within the grain tank with a first sensor. A mass flow rate sensor is calibrated based at least in part on a signal of the first sensor.

Connection and features for interchangeable nosecone for a trolling motor

ABS TRACT Various implementations described herein are directed to a trolling motor including an electric motor having a propeller coupled thereto, a shaft configured for coupling the electric motor to a watercraft. The shaft is configured to rotate relative to the watercraft and the shaft defines an internal passage. The trolling motor also includes a housing that encapsulates the motor, a removable nosecone operably coupled to the housing opposite the propeller and configured to encapsulate at least one marine device. One or more mechanical connection features are provided to enable removable connection of the nosecone to the remainder of the trolling motor housing. The mechanical connection feature comprises a bolt receiver. The nosecone comprises a retention bolt including a bolt head or retention nut. The retention bolt is configured to engage the bolt receiver and apply retention force to the removable nosecone in response to tightening of the retention bolt. Date Recue/Date Received 2021-02-05

Assay system for glycoprotein agonists and antagonists

A method to determine the site of action of a receptor modulating compound is disclosed. The method comprises: a) determining the effect of said compound on a first host cell that has been modified to display a mutant form of said receptor, wherein said mutant produces the activated state of its cognate signaling pathway, wherein said determining comprises measuring the intracellular level of cyclic AMP or other post-binding event; b) determining the effect of said compound on a second host cell that has been modified to display a derivative of said receptor which is formed by coupling an agonist for said receptor covalently to said receptor; wherein said determining comprises measuring the intracellular level of cyclic AMP or other post-binding event; and c) comparing the effect of said compound as determined in steps a) and b); whereby a compound that alters the level of cyclic AMP or downstream event in both a) and b) has a site of action at the binding site for agonists, and a compound that alters the level of cyclic AMP or post-binding event in step a) but not in step b) has a site of action other than at the agonist binding site.

Soluble 7-transmembrane domain g-protein-coupled receptor compositions and methods

Chimeric polypeptides containing the N-terminal amino acid sequence of a glycoprotein hormone receptor polypeptide and a membrane anchor polypeptide, with a protease recognition site between the two, are disclosed. Also disclosed are nucleic acids encoding such polypeptides, expression vectors containing such nucleic acids and methods of producing such recombinant chimeric polypeptides, as well as uses thereof. The chimeric polypeptides are particularly useful for the production of soluble glycoprotein hormone receptor polypeptides.

Stimulation of ovarian follicle development and oocyte maturation

DLC coating for earth-boring bit seal ring

An earth-boring bit has a seal assembly with a seal face having a DLC coating. The seal assembly locates between a bearing pin and a cone of the bit. The seal assembly has at least one rigid ring that rotates against a mating surface. The DLC coating is diamond-like carbon that may be coated by different processes onto either the ring, the mating surface, or both.

Apparatus and method for monitoring a condition inside a body cavity

An apparatus (10) utilizes microelectricalmechanical systems (MEMS) technology to monitor a condition in a body cavity (28). The apparatus (10) comprises at least one sensor (42) for insertion into the body cavity. The sensor (42) generates a signal in response to a condition inside the body cavity (28). At least one telemetric device (44) is operatively coupled with the sensor (42). The telemetric device (44) is operable to receive the signal from the sensor (42) and to transmit an electromagnetic signal dependent upon the signal. The telemetric device (44) includes at least one coil member (82) extending from the telemetric device. The coil member (82) engages the body cavity (28) to secure the telemetric device (44) in the body cavity.

Plumbing cleanout device

Bearing systems containing diamond-enhanced materials and downhole applications for same

Downhole tool bearings are provided with diamond-enhanced materials. The diamond-enhanced materials comprise diamond grains in a matrix of tungsten or silicon carbide or a silicon-bonded diamond material. A brazed diamond grit or diamond particles coated with a reactive braze may be utilized for bearing applications. Bearing rings for use in downhole tools may be formed at least in part with the diamond-enhanced material. In one embodiment, the bearing rings may be used in a positive displacement motor. In additional embodiments, the bearing rings may be used in a submersible pump.

Process for the recovery of chlorine from iron chlorides

The present invention provides a process for recovering the chlorine value from a particulate feed stream of metal chlorides wherein the total energy and reactant mass flow are managed to minimize the build up of deposits of solids on the reactor walls and maximize the conversion of the metal chlorides to metal oxides and chlorine.

Systems and methods for managing stalled storage devices

Embodiments relate to systems and methods for managing stalled storage devices of a storage system. In one embodiment, a method for managing access to storage devices includes determining that a first storage device, which stores a first resource, is stalled and transitioning the first storage device to a stalled state. The method also includes receiving an access request for at least a portion of the first resource while the first storage device is in the stalled state and attempting to provide access to a representation of the portion of the first resource from at least a second storage device that is not in a stalled state. In another embodiment, a method of managing access requests by a thread for a resource stored on a storage device includes initializing a thread access level for an access request by a thread for the resource. The method also includes determining whether the storage device, which has a device access level, is accessible based at least in part on the thread access level and the device access level and selecting a thread operation based at least in part on the determination of whether the storage device is accessible. The thread operation may be selected from attempting the thread access request if the device is accessible and determining whether to restart the thread access request if the device is not accessible.

Roller cone bit bearing, and bearing materials

A journal bearing element for use in forming a roller cone bit coupled to a bearing shaft to prevent circumferential sliding. Also included are material compositions of the journal bearing element. A journal bearing element is fixed in place relative to a head section and comprised of dense high purity powdered metal alloys with uniform micro-structure. A preferred material is comprised of a metal made of a carbon content of about 2.3 % by weight, chromium of about 14 % by weight, vanadium of about 9 % by weight, and molybdenum at about 1 % by weight.