Low dropout regulator of integrated slew rate enhancement circuit

The invention relates to the field of power management technology. The invention discloses a low dropout regulator of an integrated slew rate enhancement circuit. The technical scheme of the invention comprises a slew rate enhancement circuit, an operational amplifier, a compensating pipe, a first resistor, a second resistor, a third resistor, a fourth resistor and a first capacitor. According to the low dropout regulator of the integrated slew rate enhancement circuit, due to the adoption of the slew rate enhancement circuit, when output voltage rushes up or down, the slew rate enhancement circuit can output driving current which is not restricted by a bias current source and quickly adjusts the grid changes of the compensating pipe, so as to compensate the changes of the load current, greatly solve the problem that the slew rate and bandwidth of an error amplifier are restricted in a low power consumption mode, and reduce the peak of the output voltage. An on-chip integration technology ...

Protein/starch paper coating compositions and method of use thereof

Improved compositions for coating paper stock, methods of forming such compositions, and methods of coating paper stock with those compositions are provided. The compositions comprise an aqueous dispersion including therein from about 20-45% by weight filler (e.g., a starch such as wheat starch) and from about 6-18% by weight wheat gluten. Preferably, the gluten is initially modified with a reducing agent so that the average molecular weight of the gluten is less than about 1,000 kDa. The compositions have a viscosity of up to about 2000 cP and a solids content of from about 25-57% by weight, thus making them suitable for high speed coating of paper stock. The finished, coated stock may be conventionally printed to achieve high gloss end products. The compositions are preferably water soluble, thereby greatly facilitating repulping of the coated stock.

Grain protein-based formulations and methods of using same

Shelf stabilizing agents including hydrolyzed protein, hydrolyzed protein derivatives, and hydrolyzed protein-emulsifier complexes improve the shelf life of a pelletized grain protein-based resin formulation. The pellets may be prepared well in advance of further processing, such as by injection molding and extrusion, which provides shaped articles of the edible or biodegradable variety.

Protein/starch paper coating compositions and method of use thereof

Improved compositions for coating paper stock, methods of forming such compositions, and methods of coating paper stock with those compositions are provided. The compositions comprise an aqueous dispersion including therein from about 20-45% by weight filler (e.g., a starch such as wheat starch) and from about 6-18% by weight wheat gluten. Preferably, the gluten is initially modified with a reducing agent so that the average molecular weight of the gluten is less than about 1,000 kDa. The compositions have a viscosity of up to about 2000 cP and a solids content of from about 25-57% by weight, thus making them suitable for high speed coating of paper stock. The finished, coated stock may be conventionally printed to achieve high gloss end products. The compositions are preferably water soluble, thereby greatly facilitating repulping of the coated stock.

Biodegradable, grain protein-based solid articles and forming methods

Binary data optimized transmission system

The invention discloses a binary data optimized transmission system. After being loaded, a client-side module generates a simple object access protocol (SOAP) request message according to information which is acquired by a user in advance and input by an application service description file, and outputs the SOAP request message to a server-side module; the client-side module receives an SOAP request response message output by the server-side module, analyzes the SOAP request response message to obtain the binary data in the attachment of the SOAP request response message, and presents the binary data; the server-side module is used for presetting the application service description file, and issuing the preset application service description file, receiving the SOAP request message sent by the client-side module, inquiring to obtain the application service corresponding to the SOAP request message, processing the obtained application service information to generate the SOAP request response ...

Low-dropout linear regulator

The invention discloses a low-dropout linear regulator. The low-dropout linear regulator comprises a first PMOS (p-channel metal oxide semiconductor) transistor, a second PMOS transistor, a third PMOS transistor, a first NMOS (n-channel metal oxide semiconductor) transistor, a first resistance unit, a second resistance unit, a third resistance unit, a fourth resistance unit, a fifth resistance unit, a first capacitor, a second capacitor, a first amplifier and a second amplifier. The low-dropout linear regulator adopts feed-forward noise cancellation technology, and can enable the gate voltage of a power tube to have noise identical to the noise of power supply voltage in magnitude and phase by coupling, so that the gate voltage difference of the power tube does no contain the noise of power supply voltage and that the drain current is immune to the noise of power supply voltage. Accordingly, the output voltage of the regulator under high-frequency conditions is immune to the power voltage ...

RESISTANT STARCH-HYDROCOLLOID BLENDS AND USES THEREOF

Interacted starch products made up of resistant starch and hydrocolloid are provided which exhibit at least about 20% resistance to α-amylase digestion. The products are prepared by mixing together quantities of resistant starch and hydrocolloid in water with mixing and optional heating, followed by drying. Foods containing the interacted starch products are also disclosed.

Marker peptide of snake venom thrombin-like enzymes (SVTLEs) from agkistrodon halys pallas and application thereof

The present invention relates to the field of chemical analysis detection and application, in particular to a marker peptide of snake venom thrombin-like enzymes (SVTLEs) from Agkistrodon Halys Pallas and an application thereof. The amino acid sequence of the marker peptide of snake venom thrombin-like enzymes (SVTLEs) from Agkistrodon Halys Pallas is TLCAGVMEGGIDTCNR. Characterizing the source of species and a content of the SVTLEs in a to-be-detected sample by using the marker peptide includes the following steps of: pretreating the to-be-detected sample by trypsin through enzymolysis, and taking a supernatant of an enzymolysis liquid as a test solution; and injecting the test solution and a reference solution into a liquid chromatography-mass spectrometer, and selecting a qualitative ion pair and a quantitative ion pair for detecting the source of species and a content of the SVTLEs in the to-be-detected sample.

Alcohol-free wet extraction of gluten dough into gliadin and glutenin

Methods of making wheat protein isolates and their modified forms

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from a starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group of a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids-ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.

Starch-plastic composite resins and profiles made by extrusion

Composite materials containing non-plasticized, non-gelatinized starch, a compatibilizer and a synthetic resin, such as polyethylene and/or polypropylene, may be used to make wood replacement products for use as construction materials.

Pet dental chew

Extrusion processed starch-based, long lasting dog chew product

Starch-based extruded products are provided which are suitable as long-lasting dog chews. The products comprise quantities of starch, plasticizer, water and less than about 3% by weight fat. Preferably the starch comprises gelatinized starch which is capable of physical crosslinking or retrogradation. Preferably, a twin screw extrusion system including a preconditioner is used for production of the chews. Extrusion conditions are established so as to ensure adequate moisture content for retrograding of the gelatinized starch after processing.

Controlling method and system for load balancing

The invention discloses a controlling method and a system for load balancing. The method comprises the steps of inquiring visits of various application systems through a load balancer to generate a bandwidth allocating strategy, receiving evaluation information fed back by users, and adjusting the bandwidth allocating strategy according to the evaluation information to generate an ultimate load balancing strategy. According to the controlling method and the system, the bandwidth allocating strategy can be generated dynamically according to the experience information fed back by the users, and the ultimate load balancing strategy is generated by the adjusting the bandwidth allocating strategy dynamically according to the visits of the various application systems.With the adoption of the controlling method and the system, resources are effectively utilized and allocated in a whole, comprehensive and balanced way, and the whole user friendliness and the user loyalty of the application systems ...

Protein/starch paper coating compositions and method of use thereof

Improved compositions for coating paper stock, methods of forming such compositions, and methods of coating paper stock with those compositions are provided. The compositions comprise an aqueous dispersion including therein from about 20-45% by weight filler (e.g., a starch such as wheat starch) and from about 6-18% by weight wheat gluten. Preferably, the gluten is initially modified with a reducing agent so that the average molecular weight of the gluten is less than about 1,000 kDa. The compositions have a viscosity of up to about 2000 cP and a solids content of from about 25-57% by weight, thus making them suitable for high speed coating of paper stock. The finished, coated stock may be conventionally printed to achieve high gloss end products. The compositions are preferably water soluble, thereby greatly facilitating repulping of the coated stock.

Method for bandwidth dynamic allocation

The invention discloses a method for bandwidth dynamic allocation. The method comprises the steps that a bandwidth allocation updating request is sent by a current service subsystem to a management subsystem; the management subsystem sends bandwidth change interrogating information to other service subsystems except the current service subsystem according to the bandwidth allocation updating request and obtains bandwidth usage efficiency of all the service subsystems from a load balancer; various service subsystems receiving the bandwidth change interrogating information returns bandwidth change comment information to the management subsystem; the management subsystem generates a bandwidth allocation strategy according to the received bandwidth change comment information and bandwidth usage efficiency of all the service subsystems; the management subsystem sends the generated bandwidth allocation strategy to the load balancer; the load balancer allocates the bandwidth for all the service ...

Processes for producing wheat protein isolates

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from A starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group having a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids-ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.

RESISTANT STARCH-HYDROCOLLOID BLENDS AND USES THEREOF

Interacted starch products made up of resistant starch and hydrocolloid are provided which exhibit at least about 20% resistance to α-amylase digestion. The products are prepared by mixing together quantities of resistant starch and hydrocolloid in water with mixing and optional heating, followed by drying. Foods containing the interacted starch products are also disclosed.

Thermotolerant starch-polyester composites and methods of making same

Starch-polyester blends are disclosed herein. The composite formulations have improved thermotolerance and workability, relative to polyesters used alone, so that they may be molded into disposable items for heat related applications. For example, composite products may include cutlery, cups, plates, bowls, packaging and the like.

HEAVY METAL FREE HALOGENATED POLYMER COMPOUND

The disclosed technology relates to chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds being free of heavy metals, particularly heavy metals in the form of stabilizer additives, the most common heavy metal being tin. 1. A rigid halogenated polymer composition comprising (a) a halogenated polymer resin , and (b) a stabilizer system consisting essentially of at least one of zeolite , Cto Cmetal carboxylate , and combinations thereof.2. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of wherein the rigid halogenated polymer resin comprises CPVC resin.3. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of wherein said resin has from about 64 to about 67 weight % chlorine.4. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of zeolite to Cto Cmetal carboxylate is between about 6:1 to 1:6.5. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein said stabilizer system is present in amount of from about 0.1 to about 6.0 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of said CPVC resin.6. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein zeolite is present from about 0.1 to about 3.0 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of said rigid halogenated polymer resin.7. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one Cto Cmetal carboxylate is present from about 0.1 to about 3.0 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of said rigid halogenated polymer resin.8. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein the zeolite has sub-micron particle size.9. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein the carboxylate of said Cto Cmetal carboxylate is at least one of suberate (C) claim 1 , sebacate (C) claim 1 , dodecandioate (C) and combinations thereof.10. The rigid halogenated polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein the Cto Cmetal carboxylate is disodium sebacate.11. A rigid halogenated polymer of wherein the DTS time is greater than 14 minutes at 190° C.12. A pipe comprising a rigid halogenated ...

Method and device for realizing exception handling based on data synchronization

The invention discloses a method and device for realizing exception handling based on data synchronization. The method comprises the following steps of: presetting an exception handling strategy which includes exception items; catching exception information during the data synchronization process and extracting exception identifiers or keywords in the exception information to be matched with the prestored exception handling strategy for the obtainment of the matched exception handling strategy; obtaining exception description parameters and generating exception description information according to the matched exception handling strategy; and generating exception description code segment information according to the exception description information, running the generated exception description code segment information for corresponding handling on exceptions and further outputting response information with exception handling results to an external data synchronization receiving module for ...

Grain Protein Formulations That Provide Clean Release From Molding Surfaces, And Associated Methods

Grain protein formulations that cleanly release from molding surfaces, reduce mold cycling time and improve product appearance, texture and digestibility are disclosed. Properties of the grain protein formulations are enhanced by the addition of compounds such as calcium salts, magnesium salts, Ba(OH)2, BaO, Na2CO3, NaOH, KOH, food grade phosphates and mixtures thereof. Articles of manufacture formed from the formulations may, for example, be pet chew treats, edible products and biodegradable articles.

NOVEL COUPLED URACIL COMPOUND FOR VINYL CHLORIDE POLYMER RESINS

The disclosed technology relates to a novel coupled 6-amino uracil derivative, and the use of the coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in halogen containing polymer compounds. In particular, the disclosed technology relates to the use of a coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in vinyl chloride compounds, such as, for example, chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds. 15.-. (canceled)6. A rigid chlorinated vinyl chloride (“CPVC”) composition comprising (a) a CPVC resin , and (b) a stabilizer comprising a 6-amino coupled N-functionalized uracil derivative.71. The rigid CPVC composition of claim , wherein the stabilizer further comprises at least one of zeolite or a C6 to C12 metal carboxylate.8. (canceled)91. An extruded pipe comprising the rigid CPVC composition of claim .101. A fitting for joining pipe sections comprising the rigid CPVC composition of claim .11. A method of stabilizing a rigid CPVC composition comprising employing in the rigid CPVC composition a 6-amino coupled N-functionalized uracil derivative. The disclosed technology relates to a novel coupled 6-amino uracil derivative, and the use of the coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in halogen containing polymer compounds. In particular, the disclosed technology relates to the use of a coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in vinyl chloride compounds, such as, for example, chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds.Halogen containing polymers tend to degrade or deteriorate when processed. Generally, the difference between the processing temperature and the degradation temperature is very small. Therefore, there is a risk that during the processing these halogen containing polymers will degrade. When such polymers degrade, it is believed that the halide acid generated by the polymer attacks the components of the processing equipment. Also, this acid further catalyzes de-hydro-halogenation reactions, such as HCl elimination, and additional ...

SYNERGISTIC FLAME & SMOKE SUPPRESSING COMPOSITION FOR PLASTIC APPLICATIONS

This invention relates to a synergistic combination of molybdate salts (e.g., calcium molybdate) and magnesium hydroxide to suppress both smoke and flame in polymeric compositions, such as plastic piping, profile applications, wire and cable, semiconductor and electrical conduit application, to name a few. In some embodiments, the technology relates to polyvinyl chloride (“PVC”) and chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (“CPVC”) compounds, among other polymer resin containing compounds, having improved smoke and flame performance from the synergistic combination of molybdate salts and magnesium hydroxide.

Sub-threshold non-bandgap reference voltage source

The invention relates to the technology of an electronic circuit, in particular to a non-bandgap reference voltage source with low power consumption and high-order temperature compensation working in a sub-threshold region. The sub-threshold non-bandgap reference voltage source comprises a linear positive temperature coefficient current source module, a linear negative temperature coefficient current source module and a reference voltage generation module, wherein the linear positive temperature coefficient current source module is used for generating a first bias voltage and is connected to one input end of the reference voltage generation module, the linear negative temperature coefficient current source module is used for generating a second bias voltage and is connected to the other input end of the reference voltage generation module, and the reference voltage generation module outputs a reference voltage through the output ends. The sub-threshold non-bandgap reference voltage source ...

Aerated Gluten Polymeric Composition

The present invention relates to methods for producing an aerated polymeric composition or aerated polymeric pet chew and the resultant product. The aerated pet chew includes a dry blend, a leavening agent, and a plasticizing slurry. The dry blend includes an amount of protein polymer.

Heavy Metal Free CPVC Compounds

The disclosed technology relates to chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds being free of heavy metals, particularly heavy metals in the form of stabilizer additives, the most common heavy metal being tin.

Higher-order temperature compensation non-resistor band-gap reference voltage source

The invention relates to a reference voltage source and discloses a higher-order temperature compensation non-resistor band-gap reference voltage source. According to the technical scheme, the higher-order temperature compensation non-resistor band-gap reference voltage source comprises a mu*VT<2> current generating module, a mu*VTH<2> current generating module, a higher-order positive temperature coefficient current generating module and a reference voltage generating module, wherein a first bias voltage produced by the mu*VT<2> current generating module is connected to an input end of the higher-order positive temperature coefficient current generating module and an input end of the reference voltage generating module; a second bias voltage produced by the mu*VTH<2> current generating module is connected to another input end of the higher-order positive temperature coefficient current generating module, and a third bias voltage produced by the higher-order positive temperature coefficient ...

Aerated polymeric composition

The present invention relates to an aerated polymeric composition. The composition includes a protein polymer and an agent or method for causing porosity in the finished aerated polymeric composition, such as a leavening agent. Additionally, the present invention relates to methods for forming the aerated polymeric composition, in particular, methods for forming aerated pet treats or chews.

Low dropout regulator

The invention relates to the power supply circuit technology, in particular to a low dropout regulator (LDO) capable of quick response. Grids of power tubes are driven by an OTA high in pendulum rate, and a pendulum-rate enhancement circuit is adopted to quicken potential changes of the grids of the power tubes, so that when output voltage jumps, the grids of the power tubes can be supplied with large charging and discharging currents in very short period of time, grid voltage of the power tubes is allowed to change rapidly, the shortcoming of low pendulum rate due to large parasitic capacitance of the grids of the power tubes is greatly overcome, the pendulum rate of the LDO is greatly increased, and output voltage spikes are reduced. The low dropout regulator has the advantages that a circuit structure is simple; by the adoption of the on-chip integration technology, large off-chip load capacitance is no longer needed, and cost of peripheral application of a system is lowered.

Digital frequency jitter circuit

The invention discloses a digital frequency jitter circuit which comprises a fractional frequency counter and a data selector. An input port of the fractional frequency counter serves as an input 2N-K+1 fractional frequencies end of the jitter circuit, the fractional frequency counter outputs 2N-K+2 fractional frequencies, 2N-K+3 fractional frequencies, ..., 2N fractional frequencies of input signals, the N represents the bit of the fractional frequency counter, the K represents the output bit of the fractional frequency counter, and K fractional frequency signals output by the fractional frequency counter are connected with a K-bit addressing signal input port of the data selector respectively; and 2K data input ports of the data selector are connected with 2K reference voltages respectively, and an output port of the data selector serves as an output end of the jitter circuit. According to the jitter circuit, the problem that the electro-magnetic interference (WMI) to a system is large ...

Power tube subsection grid driving circuit

The invention relates to an integrated circuit driver technique, in particular to a low EMI power tube subsection grid driving circuit. The power tube subsection grid driving circuit uses different speeds to charge and discharge a power tube grid. When the voltage of the power tube grid begins to change, the charging-discharging speed is slow to prevent large dv/dt and di/dt. When the voltage reaches a certain value, the power tube grid is charged and discharged quickly. Thus, the on-off speed of a power tube is high, and the purpose of restraining EMI in a switch power supply is achieved. The power tube subsection grid driving circuit has the advantages that the on-off of the power tube is high, and the purpose of restraining EMI in the switch power supply is achieved. The power tube subsection grid driving circuit is especially suitable for the field of power tube subsection grid driving circuits.

Low calorie injection molded starch-based pet chew bodies

Injection molded starch-based chew products are provided which are tough, non-brittle, non-slimy, quick to hydrate, low calorie and high in total dietary fiber. The starch-based chew products are formulated from a combination of resistant starch and pregelatinized starch or pre-cooked flour along with plasticizer, water, lubricants and other optional ingredients.

Protein/starch paper coating compositions and method of use thereof

Improved compositions for coating paper stock, methods of forming such compositions, and methods of coating paper stock with those compositions are provided. The compositions comprise an aqueous dispersion including therein from about 20-45% by weight filler (e.g., a starch such as wheat starch) and from about 6-18% by weight wheat gluten. Preferably, the gluten is initially modified with a reducing agent so that the average molecular weight of the gluten is less than about 1,000 kDa. The compositions have a viscosity of up to about 2000 cP and a solids content of from about 25-57% by weight, thus making them suitable for high speed coating of paper stock. The finished, coated stock may be conventionally printed to achieve high gloss end products. The compositions are preferably water soluble, thereby greatly facilitating repulping of the coated stock.

Second-order curvature temperature-compensation circuit for band-gap reference

The invention discloses a novel second-order curvature temperature-compensation circuit adaptable to band-gap reference, aiming to solve the problem that existing second-order curvature temperature-compensation circuits for the band-gap reference are not adaptable to some specific processes. The technical scheme includes that the second-order curvature temperature-compensation circuit for the band-gap reference comprises PMOS (P-channel metal oxide semiconductor) field effect transistors including an M15, an M16, an M17, an M18 and an M19 and NMOS (N-channel metal oxide semiconductor) field effect transistors including an M20 and an M21; the grid electrode of the M15 is connected with band-gap reference voltage signals which are subjected to partial first-order temperature compensation, and serves as the input end of the second-order curvature temperature-compensation circuit; the grid electrode of the M16 services as the output end of the second-order temperature-compensation circuit.

Pelletless process for producing molded food products

An extrusion-based injection molding system is designed for use in food processing applications. Interior surfaces, such as the barrel exit line and/or fill line, of the system may be coated with a friction-reducing agent.

Steering/suspension integrated system

The invention relates to a steering/suspension integrated system comprising vehicle wheels and a vehicle frame. The innovation of the steering/suspension integrated system is further comprising an upper slide bushing assembly, a steering knuckle assembly, a swing arm mechanism and a damping mechanism, wherein the upper slide bushing assembly is in longitudinal sliding connection with the steering knuckle assembly; the upper slide bushing assembly is in horizontal synchronous swinging connection with the steering knuckle assembly via the swing arm mechanism; the damping mechanism is mounted between the upper slide bushing assembly and the steering knuckle assembly; the steering knuckle assembly is fixedly mounted with the vehicle wheels in horizontal direction; and the steering knuckle assembly is mounted with the vehicle frame in a longitudinal sliding manner. The steering/suspension integrated system provided by the invention is simple in structure, rational in design and high in integration ...

Composite materials and extruded profiles containing mill feed

Composite materials containing mill feeds and a synthetic resin, such as polyethylene and/or polypropylene, may be used to make wood replacement products for use as construction materials.

NOVEL COUPLED URACIL COMPOUND FOR VINYL CHLORIDE POLYMER RESINS

The disclosed technology relates to a novel coupled 6-amino uracil derivative, and the use of the coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in halogen containing polymer compounds. In particular, the disclosed technology relates to the use of a coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in vinyl chloride compounds, such as, for example, chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds. 1. A rigid chlorinated vinyl chloride (“CPVC”) composition comprising (a) a CPVC resin , and (b) a stabilizer comprising a 6-amino coupled N-functionalized uracil derivative.2. The rigid CPVC composition of claim 1 , wherein the stabilizer further comprises at least one of zeolite or a Cto Cmetal carboxylate.3. An extruded pipe comprising the rigid CPVC composition of .4. A fitting for joining pipe sections comprising the rigid CPVC composition of .5. A method of stabilizing a rigid CPVC composition comprising employing in the rigid CPVC composition a 6-amino coupled N-functionalized uracil derivative. This application is a Continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/526,158, filed on May 11, 2017 which claims priority to PCT Application Serial No. PCT/US2015/061735, filed on Nov. 20, 2015, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/083,331 filed on Nov. 24, 2014, the entirety of which is hereby incorporated by reference.The disclosed technology relates to a novel coupled 6-amino uracil derivative, and the use of the coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in halogen containing polymer compounds. In particular, the disclosed technology relates to the use of a coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in vinyl chloride compounds, such as, for example, chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds.Halogen containing polymers tend to degrade or deteriorate when processed. Generally, the difference between the processing temperature and the degradation temperature is very small. Therefore, there is a risk that during the ...

MARKER PEPTIDE OF SNAKE VENOM THROMBIN-LIKE ENZYMES (SVTLES) FROM AGKISTRODON HALYS PALLAS AND APPLICATION THEREOF

The present invention relates to the field of chemical analysis detection and application, in particular to a marker peptide of snake venom thrombin-like enzymes (SVTLEs) from and an application thereof. The amino acid sequence of the marker peptide of snake venom thrombin-like enzymes (SVTLEs) from is TLCAGVMEGGIDTCNR. Characterizing the source of species and a content of the SVTLEs in a to-be-detected sample by using the marker peptide includes the following steps of: pretreating the to-be-detected sample by trypsin through enzymolysis, and taking a supernatant of an enzymolysis liquid as a test solution; and injecting the test solution and a reference solution into a liquid chromatography-mass spectrometer, and selecting a qualitative ion pair and a quantitative ion pair for detecting the source of species and a content of the SVTLEs in the to-be-detected sample. 1Agkistrodon Halys Pallas. A marker peptide of snake venom thrombin-like enzymes (SVTLEs) from , wherein an amino acid sequence of the marker peptide is TLCAGVMEGGIDTCNR.2. A method for detecting a source of species and/or a content of the SVTLEs in a to-be-detected sample by using the marker peptide according to claim 1 , comprising the following steps of:(1) pretreating the to-be-detected sample by trypsin through enzymolysis, and taking a supernatant of an enzymolysis liquid as a test solution;{'i': 'Agkistrodon Halys Pallas', '(2) pretreating a reference substance of the marker peptide of snake venom from by the trypsin through enzymolysis, and preparing a series of reference solutions with different concentrations;'}{'sub': '18', '(3) injecting the test solution in the step (1) and the reference solution in the step (2) into a liquid chromatography-mass spectrometer, conducting multiple-reaction monitoring by employing an electrospray positive ion mode with double charges 877.4→550.2 (in mass to charge (m/z) ratio) as a qualitative ion pair and double charges 877.4→892.4 as a quantitative ion pair, ...

Pet treats with rough surface texture

A pet treat with a rough surface texture and appearance is produced from a matrix binder and at least one granular filler having a particle size between 0.1 mm to 6 mm. The matrix binder may be selected from gelatinized starches, gelatinized flours, wheat gluten, soy protein, casein, caseinates, gelatin, hydrocolloids, gums and mixtures thereof. The granular filler may be selected from mill feeds, whole grains, distillers dried grains, pork grind, bird seed and mixtures thereof.

Pet chew article

Pet chew articles comprising a consumable body having a shape defined by an exterior surface and comprising a main portion and at least one protrusion extending therefrom with the proviso that the shape of the body is such that no point in the interior of the body is more than about 0.2 inch (⅕ inch) from the portion of the exterior surface nearest to the point. As a result, any pieces of the article that are ingested by a consuming animal are small enough that they will not become lodged within the animal's digestive tract. Also a method for improving the dental health of animals comprising chewing or eating by an animal of such an article.

Extruded gluten based pet chew bodies

A method of forming solid gluten-based pet chew is provided wherein a gluten mixture is heated to a maximum temperature of up to about 80° C. to create a substantially homogeneous and flowable mixture under extrusion processing conditions. The formulation includes from about 40-90% by weight of grain protein, from about 10-40% by weight plasticizer, and at least about 0.01 by weight of a reducing agent such as sodium bisulfite for cleaving disulfide bonds present in the grain protein. Dental health agents including an acidulent and a chelator are added to promote good dental health. Optional ingredients such as fillers, fiber, lubricant/mold release agents and colorants can also be used. The formulations can be processed in extrusion or injection molding equipment.

Starch-plastic composite resins and profiles made by extrusion

Composite materials containing non-plasticized, non-gelatinized starch, a compatibilizer and a synthetic resin, such as polyethylene and/or polypropylene, may be used to make wood replacement products for use as construction materials.

Dynamic current doubling circuit and linear voltage regulator integrated with the circuit

The invention discloses a dynamic current doubling circuit and a linear voltage regulator integrated with the circuit. The dynamic current doubling circuit can dynamically regulate the magnitude of the output bias voltage according to the condition of an external output load. The low dropout linear voltage regulator integrated with the dynamic current doubling circuit can couple a leaping voltage to the dynamic current doubling circuit by a capacitor within a very short time when the output voltage leaps, a tail current source current of the differential pairs of a transconductance operational amplifier is increased instantaneously by controlling the magnitude of the bias voltage, the gate voltage of a regulating tube can be regulated rapidly, the problem of low slew rate caused by the slow change of the gate voltage of the regulating tube is solved, and the transconductance of the differential pair tube is increased by the increase of the tail current source current of the differential ...

Injection apparatus for producing molded food products

An extrusion-based injection molding system is designed for use in food processing applications. Interior surfaces, such as the barrel exit line and/or fill line, of the system may be coated with a friction-reducing agent.

Wheat protein isolates and their modified forms and methods of making

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from A starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group consisting of a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids-ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.

Heavy metal free CPVC compounds

The disclosed technology relates to chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds being free of heavy metals, particularly heavy metals in the form of stabilizer additives, the most common heavy metal being tin.

Resistant starch-hydrocolloid blends and uses thereof

Interacted starch products made up of resistant starch and hydrocolloid are provided which exhibit at least about 20% resistance to α-amylase digestion. The products are prepared by mixing together quantities of resistant starch and hydrocolloid in water with mixing and optional heating, followed by drying. Foods containing the interacted starch products are also disclosed.

AERATED GLUTEN POLYMERIC COMPOSITION

The present invention relates to methods for producing an aerated polymeric composition or aerated polymeric pet chew and the resultant product. The aerated pet chew includes a dry blend, a leavening agent, and a plasticizing slurry. The dry blend includes an amount of protein polymer.

Extruded starch-based pet chew bodies

Starch-based extruded bodies are provided which are suitable as long-lasting dog chews, with a typical chew time lasting 10-25 minutes for the dogs. The products contain quantities of starch, plasticizer, and water as essential ingredients and less than about 3% by weight combined fat, lecithin and its derivatives, fatty acids and derivatives. The pet chew has tough yet ductile properties. Preferably the starch comprises gelatinized starch which is capable of physical crosslinking or retrogradation. Preferably, a twin screw extrusion system including a pre-conditioner is used for production of the chews. Extrusion conditions are established so as to ensure adequate moisture content for retrograding the gelatinized starch after processing.

Protein/starch paper coating compositions and method of use thereof

Improved compositions for coating paper stock, methods of forming such compositions, and methods of coating paper stock with those compositions are provided. The compositions comprise an aqueous dispersion including therein from about 20-45% by weight filler (e.g., a starch such as wheat starch) and from about 6-18% by weight wheat gluten. Preferably, the gluten is initially modified with a reducing agent so that the average molecular weight of the gluten is less than about 1,000 kDa. The compositions have a viscosity of up to about 2000 cP and a solids content of from about 25-57% by weight, thus making them suitable for high speed coating of paper stock. The finished, coated stock may be conventionally printed to achieve high gloss end products. The compositions are preferably water soluble, thereby greatly facilitating repulping of the coated stock.

Wheat Protein Isolates And Their Modified Forms and Methods of Making

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from A starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group consisting of a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids-ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.

Non-resistor band-gap reference voltage source with high-order curvature compensation

The invention relates to a reference voltage source and discloses a non-resistor band-gap reference voltage source with high-order curvature compensation. According to the technical scheme, the reference voltage source comprises a first current source module, a second current source module, a high-order current generating module and a reference voltage generation module. A first bias voltage generated by the first current source module is connected with one input end of the high-order current generating module and one input end of the reference voltage generation module. A second bias voltage generated by the second current source module is connected with the other input end of the high-order current generating module, a third bias voltage generated by the high-order current generating module is connected with the other input end of the reference voltage generation module, and an output end of the reference voltage generation module outputs a reference voltage. According to the non-resistor ...

Heavy metal free halogenated polymer compound

The disclosed technology relates to chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds being free of heavy metals, particularly heavy metals in the form of stabilizer additives, the most common heavy metal being tin.

Zero-cross detection circuit

The invention discloses a zero-cross detection circuit which comprises a first P-channel metal oxide semiconductor (PMOS) tube, a second PMOS tube, a third PMOS tube, a fourth PMOS tube, a first N-channel metal oxide semiconductor (NMOS) tube, a second NMOS tube, a third NMOS tube, a fourth NMOS tube, a fifth NMOS tube, a sixth NMOS tube, a first dynatron (NPN), a second NPN, a first resistor and a second resistor. No extra device is added in a main current loop of a system so that power dissipation is reduced; an operational amplifier does not need to serve as a supplementary so that a circuit structure is simplified; and simultaneously fewer devices are adopted to effectively reduce chip areas. Furthermore, the detection circuit does not need an off-chip detection resistor, can be completely integrated on a chip, reduces area requirements for external printed circuit boards (PCBs) and improves system integrated level.

RESISTOR STRUCTURE OF SERIES RESISTOR OF ESD DEVICE

Provided is a resistor structure of a series resistor of an Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) device. A poly resistor is divided into N small parts, and each small part is connected to an upper-part metal layer through a respectively corresponding Contact and Via. The Contact and Via corresponding to each small part and the connected upper-part metal layer form an independent unit. A metal aluminum material is adopted for the Via and the upper-part metal layer. The metal aluminum material or an aluminum alloy material is adopted for the Contact. A heat capacity characteristic of metal aluminum is utilized, and an existing structure is ingeniously utilized, so that the resistor may be prevented from being damaged by heating caused by the same ESD current, and meanwhile, an overall size of a circuit where the ESD device is located is greatly reduced.

Cpvc pipe with ultra high hydrostatic design basis

CPVC compositions having a combination level of additives (such as impact modifier, process aid, stabilizer and wax) will result in a CPVC pipe having a HDB classification of 1,600 psi. The CPVC pipe also has a cell class of at least 2-3-4-4-7. The CPVC compositions used to make the CPVC pipe also has a tensile strength greater than 3,700 psi, preferably greater than 4,050 psi and a modulus greater than 650 psi, preferably greater than 700 psi, both measured at 180°F. The CPVC compositions are substantially free of chlorinated polyethylene, that is, they have less than 1.0 part by weight per 100 parts by weight of CPVC resin.

BIODEGRADABLE THERMOPLASTIC BLOCK COPOLYMERS OBTAINED BY REACTION OF AT LEAST TWO DIFFERENT POLYESTER BLOCKS WITH AT LEAST ONE DIISOCYANATE COMPOUND

Biodegradable linear thermoplastic copolymers, e.g. useful for molding, prepared by reacting two aliphatic polyesters, one of which includes units with a tertiary carbon atom, with a diisocyanate

Biodegradable linear thermoplastic copolymers (I) prepared by reacting two hydroxy- and/or carboxy-terminal aliphatic polyesters, one of which includes units with a tertiary carbon atom, with a diisocyanate are new. Biodegradable linear thermoplastic copolymers (I) prepared by reacting two hydroxy- and/or carboxy-terminal aliphatic polyesters, one of which is a polycondensation product of diacids of formula (IIa), diols of formula (IIb) and/or hydroxy acids of formula (IIc) and the other of which is the polycondensation product of (IIa), (IIb) and/or (IIc) with a monomer of formula (III), with a diisocyanate of formula (IV) are new: D, E, F = saturated hydrocarbon chains; m = 1 or more; Y1/Y2 = COOH/OH, COOH/R1 or OH/R1; R1 = H or a hydrocarbon chain; X1, X2 = COOH or OH; A, B = (CH2)n, (CHR2)p or (CR3R4)q; n, p, q = 0 or more; R3, R4 = COOH, OH or n-alkyl; G = an aliphatic or aromatic hydrocarbon group. Independent claims are also included for: (1) compositions comprising (I) and ions and/or oxides of calcium, magnesium, zinc, aluminum, silicon and/or titanium; (2) compositions comprising (I) and natural biodegradable polymers; (3) production of (I) by preparing the two polyesters separately by melt polycondensation in thin-film reactors with continuous water removal, either (a) reacting the first polyester with 2 molar equivalents of the diisocyanate and reacting the product with the second polyester or (b) reacting a mixture of the polyesters with 1 molar equivalent of the diisocyanate, and extruding and granulating the product.

BIODEGRADABLE THERMOPLASTIC LINEAR COPOLYMER, PROCESS FOR PREPARATION AND APPLICATIONS

L'invention concerne des copolymères linéaires thermoplastiques biodégradables du type polyesters, obtenus par polycondensation de monomères saturés de type diacide (a), diol (b) et/ ou acide-alcool (c) dans lesquels sont associés au moins deux autres monomères couplés ayant des groupements fonctionnels -COOH et -OH susceptibles de réagir avec les groupements fonctionnels des monomères précités (a), (b) et/ ou (c), et/ ou entre eux, l'un des deux monomères ajoutés (d) étant muni d'un carbone tertiaire et l'autre monomère ajouté (e) étant un anhydride d'acide insaturé. Ces copolymères linéaires thermoplastiques du type polyesters sont, en totalité, biodégradables et peuvent être mis en oeuvre dans la réalisation d'articles tels que, en particulier, les cartes à puce, les étiquettes électroniques, les films imperméables, les jouets, ou encore, utilisés comme adhésifs ou encres d'impression.

Biodegradable, grain protein-based solid articles and forming methods

A method of forming solid, non-edible biodegradable, grain protein-based articles is provided wherein a grain protein formulation is heated to a maximum temperature of up to about 80 .degree.C to create a substantially homogenous and flowable mixture which can be formed into biodegradable articles. The formulation includes from about 20-85 % by weight of grain protein, from about 5-75 96 by weight starch up to about 14 % by weight water, from about 10-40 % by weight plasticizer, and at least about 0.01 % by weight of a reducing agent such as sodium bisulfite for cleaving disulfide bonds present in the grain protein. Optional ingredients such as fillers, fiber, lubricant/mold release agents and colorants can also be used. The formulations can be processed in extrusion or injection molding equipment to create solid articles.

Heavy metal free cpvc compositions

Biodegradable, grain protein-based solid articles and forming methods

A method of forming solid, non-edible biodegradable, grain protein-based articles is provided wherein a grain protein formulation is heated to a maximum temperature of up to about 80 °C to create a substantially homogenous and flowable mixture which can be formed into biodegradable articles. The formulation includes from about 20-85 % by weight of grain protein, from about 5-75 % by weight starch, up to about 14 % by weight water, from about 10-40 % by weight plasticizer, and at least about 0.01 % by weight of a reducing agent such as sodium bisulfite for cleaving disulfide bonds present in the grain protein. Optional ingredients such as fillers, fiber, lubricant/mold release agents and colorants can also be used. The formulations can be processed in extrusion or injection molding equipment to create solid articles.

Pet chew article

Pet chew articles comprising a consumable body having a shape defined by an exterior surface and comprising a main portion and at least one protrusion extending therefrom with the proviso that the shape of the body is such that no point in the interior of the body is more than about 0.2 inch (1/5 inch) from the portion of the exterior surface nearest to the point. As a result, any pieces of the article that are ingested by a consuming animal are small enough that they will not become lodged within the animal's digestive tract. Also a method for improving the dental health of animals comprising chewing or eating by an animal of such an article.

Heavy metal free cpvc compositions.

La tecnología divulgada se refiere a compuestos de cloruro de polivinilo dorado (CPVC) que están libres de metales pesados, en particular metales pesados en forma de aditivos estabilizantes, siendo el estaño el metal pesado más común.

Novel coupled uracil compound for vinyl chloride polymer resins

The disclosed technology relates to a novel coupled 6-amino uracil derivative, and the use of the coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in halogen containing polymer compounds. In particular, the disclosed technology relates to the use of a coupled 6-amino uracil derivative as a stabilizer in vinyl chloride compounds, such as, for example, chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) compounds.

Synergistic flame & smoke suppressing composition for plastic applications

This invention relates to a synergistic combination of molybdate salts (e.g., calcium molybdate) and magnesium hydroxide to suppress both smoke and flame in polymeric compositions, such as plastic piping, profile applications, wire and cable, semiconductor and electrical conduit application, to name a few. In some embodiments, the technology relates to polyvinyl chloride ("PVC") and chlorinated polyvinyl chloride ("CPVC") compounds, among other polymer resin containing compounds, having improved smoke and flame performance from the synergistic combination of molybdate salts and magnesium hydroxide.

Composicion sinergica de supresion de llama y humo para aplicaciones de plastico.

Esta invención se refiere a una combinación sinérgica de sales de molibdato (por ejemplo, molibdato de calcio) e hidróxido de magnesio para suprimir tanto el humo como las llamas en composiciones poliméricas, tal como tuberías de plástico, aplicaciones de perfiles, aplicaciones de alambres y cables, semiconductores y conductos eléctricos, por nombrar algunos. En algunas modalidades, la tecnología se refiere a compuestos de cloruro de polivinilo ("PVC") y cloruro de polivinilo clorado ("CPVC"), entre otros compuestos que contienen resinas poliméricas, que tienen un rendimiento mejorado de humo y llamas a partir de la combinación sinérgica de sales de molibdato e hidróxido de magnesio.

Wheat protein isolates and their modified forms and methods of making

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from a starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group of a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids-ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.

Wheat protein isolates and their modified forms and methods of making

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from a starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group of a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids-ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.

Wheat protein isolates and their modified forms and methods of making

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from A starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group consisting of a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids~ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.

Weizeneiweiss-isolate, ihre varianten und verfahren zur herstellung

Biologisch abbaubare werkstoffe auf basis von korn-protein und verfahren zur herstellung

Proteins/starch paper coating compositions and method of use thereof

Improved compositions for coating paper stock, methods of forming such compositions, and methods of coating paper stock with those compositions are provided. The compositions comprise an aqueous dispersion including therein from about 20-45 % by weight filler (e.g., a starch such as wheat starch) and from about 6-18 % by weight wheat gluten. Preferably, the gluten is initially modified with a reducing agent so that the average molecular weight of the gluten is less than about 1,000 kDa. The compositions have a viscosity of up to about 2000 cP and a solids content of from about 25-57 % by weight, thus making them suitable for high speed coating of paper stock. The finished, coated stock may be conventionally printed to achieve high gloss end products. The compositions are preferably water soluble, thereby greatly facilitating repulping of the coated stock.

Resonator and filter

Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a resonator and a filter. According to embodiments of the present disclosure, there is providing an improved resonator and an improved filter. A resonator comprises a housing that defines a cavity. The resonator also comprises a dielectric resonance element arranged inside the cavity. A first end of the dielectric resonance element is directly and conductively connected to the housing with a first fixing element. A second end of the dielectric resonance element is directly and conductively connected to the housing with a second fixing element. The first end is opposite to the second end. A filter comprises a housing, defining a cavity; a set of dielectric resonance elements, arranged in parallel and inside the cavity, wherein the set of dielectric resonance elements are directly and conductively connected to the housing; an input coupling element coupled with the set of dielectric resonance elements; an output coupling element coupled with the set of dielectric resonance elements; a cross-coupling element arranged between dielectric resonance elements in the set of dielectric resonance elements; and a tunning element for tunning a resonant frequency or a coupling between dielectric resonance elements in the filter. In this way, the structures of the resonator and the filter are simple and stable. Moreover, an improved Q value and a reduced size can be achieved.

Alkohol-freie feuchtextraktion von glutenteig in gliadin und glutenin

Extrusion processed starch-based, long lasting dog chew product

Modified wheat glutens and use thereof in fabrication of films

Alcohol-free wet extraction of gluten dough into gliadin and glutenin

An improved alcohol-free method for fractionating gluten into gliadin and glutenin fractions is provided where an acidic dispersion of gluten is formed with a reducing agent (e.g., sodium metabisulfite) operable for breaking disulfide bonds in the gluten protein. Thereafter, the pH of the dispersion is raised to cause glutenin to precipitate while leaving gliadin suspended in the dispersion. The respective fractions can then be separated by decanting or centrifugation. In preferred processing, the dispersion is reacidified prior to separation in order to achieve a higher degree of separation of the glutenin and gliadin.

Extraccion en humedo, exenta de alcohol, de pasta de gluten en gliadina y glutenina.

SE PROPONE UN METODO SIN ALCOHOL MEJORADO PARA FRACCIONAR GLUTEN EN FRACCIONES DE GLIADINA Y GLUTENINA EN EL QUE SE FORMA UNA DISPERSION ACIDICA DE GLUTEN CON UN AGENTE REDUCTOR (P.EJ; METABISULFITO SODICO) OPERATIVO PARA ROMPER ENLACES DISULFURO EN LA PROTEINA GLUTENICA. A CONTINUACION SE ELEVA EL PH DE LA DISPERSION PARA OCASIONAR LA PRECIPITACION DE LA GLUTENINA DEJANDO LA GLIADINA SUSPENDIDA EN LA DISPERSION. LAS FRACCIONES RESPECTIVAS PUEDEN SER SEPARADAS POR DECANTACION O CENTRIFUGACION. EN UN PROCESADO PREFERIDO, SE REACIDIFICA LA DISPERSION DE FORMA PREVIA A LA SEPARACION A FIN DE ALCANZAR UN MAYOR GRADO DE SEPARACION DE LA GLUTENINA Y LA GLIADINA.

Alkohol-freie feuchtextraktion von glutenteig in gliadin und glutenin

Extrusion processed starch-based, long lasting dog chew product

Extrusion processed starch-based, long lasting dog chew product

Starch-based extruded products are provided which are suitable as long-lasting dog chews. The products comprise quantities of starch, plasticizer, water and less than about 3 % by weight fat. Preferably the starch comprises gelatinized starch which is capable of physical crosslinking or retrogradation. Preferably, a twin screw extrusion system including a preconditioner is used for production of the chews. Extrusion conditions are established so as to ensure adequate moisture content for retrograding of the gelatinized starch after processing.

Wheat protein isolates and their modified forms and methods of making

Process equipment for the separation of gluten from wheat starch including gluten process equipment configured to process gluten after the gluten is initially separated from A starch, the gluten processing equipment having a dewatering press configured to dewater gluten and modified gluten process equipment including at least one component selected from the group consisting of a high pressure water wash system located upstream of the dewatering press, a kneader located upstream of the dewatering press, a homogenizer located upstream of the dewatering press, a dispersion tank configured to precipitate fines downstream of the dewatering press, a solids­ejecting centrifuge downstream, and combinations thereof.