PYLON ATTACHMENT FOR A TURBOMACHINE

SKID PROPELLER BLADE OF A TURBOMACHINE

L'objet principal de l'invention est un dispositif (1) de calage de pale (2) d'une hélice de turbomachine, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte un premier disque (3) et un deuxième disque (4) respectivement pourvus de premiers (5) et de deuxièmes (6) moyens d'accrochage, les premier (3) et deuxième (4) disques étant coaxiaux, des moyens d'inclinaison (9, 10, 11, 12) d'au moins un des premier (3) et deuxième (4) disques par rapport à l'autre, le dispositif (1) étant configuré de manière à ce que, lors d'une inclinaison d'au moins un des premier (3) et deuxième (4) disques par rapport à l'autre, la distance d'accrochage (D) de ladite au moins une pale (2) sur les premier (3) et deuxième (4) disques reste constante entraînant la rotation de ladite au moins une pale (2).

PROPELLER BLADE FOR A TURBOMACHINE, IN PARTICULAR FOR NON-SHROUDED FAN, PROPELLER AND CORRESPONDING TURBOMACHINE

Pale (11 A) pour une hélice de turbomachine, notamment à soufflante non carénée, comportant sur son bord d'attaque (17) une excroissance (16), caractérisée en ce qu'elle comprend des moyens de réglage de la position de l'excroissance le long de son bord d'attaque.

PROPELLER BLADE FOR A TURBOMACHINE, IN PARTICULAR FOR NON-SHROUDED FAN, PROPELLER AND CORRESPONDING TURBOMACHINE

DEVICE FOR AIRCRAFT

PYLON Of FIXING FOR TURBOSHAFT ENGINE

L'invention concerne un pylône (30) apte à solidariser une turbomachine (10) avec un élément de structure (40) d'un aéronef, ledit pylône (30) ayant un profil aérodynamique défini par deux faces opposées (36, 38) et délimité longitudinalement entre un bord d'attaque (31) et un bord de fuite (33), au moins une première des deux faces (36, 38) présentant au moins localement une succession de creux (32) non traversant et/ou de bosses (34).

Device for attaching turbopropeller with structure element of aircraft, has center line intersected with driving axis in point along radial direction, where portion of center line forms angle with radial direction

L'invention concerne un dispositif pour aéronef, comprenant un turbopropulseur (10) comportant au moins un rotor avec au moins un ensemble de pales (24a, 24b) non carénées et présentant un axe moteur (12) autour duquel le rotor est apte à tourner ; et un pylône (30) apte à solidariser le turbopropulseur (10) avec un élément de structure (40) de l'aéronef, ledit pylône (30) s'étendant axialement entre un bord d'attaque (31) et un bord de fuite (33). En particulier, dans ce dispositif, la projection du bord de fuite (33) dans un plan de projection (P) radial, suivant l'axe moteur (12), définit un premier profil ayant une première ligne médiane (34) qui intersecte, en au moins un premier point (A1), une première direction (R1) radiale à l'axe moteur (12) ; et au moins une première portion de cette première ligne médiane (34) forme un premier angle non nul avec cette première direction radiale (R1).

DEVICE OF BLADE PITCH IN A TURBOMACHINERY IMPELLER

DUAL ZONE COMMON CATCH HEAT EXCHANGER/CHILLER

Methods and systems for controlling temperatures in plasma processing chamber via pulsed application of heating power and pulsed application of cooling power. In an embodiment, fluid levels in each of a hot and cold reservoir coupled to the temperature controlled component are maintained in part by a coupling each of the reservoirs to a common secondary reservoir. Heat transfer fluid is pumped from the secondary reservoir to either the hot or cold reservoir in response to a low level sensed in the reservoir. In an embodiment, both the hot and cold reservoirs are contained in a same platform as the secondary reservoir with the hot and cold reservoirs disposed above the secondary reservoir to permit the secondary reservoir to catch gravity driven overflow from either the hot or cold reservoir. 1. A plasma processing apparatus , comprising:a process chamber including a chuck configured to support a workpiece during processing;a first primary heat transfer fluid reservoir at a first temperature;a second primary heat transfer fluid reservoir at a second temperature;supply lines and return lines coupling each of the first and second primary heat transfer fluid reservoirs to the chuck for conducting heat transfer fluid at the first and second temperature through the chuck;a secondary reservoir fluidly coupled to both the first primary heat transfer fluid reservoir and the second primary heat transfer fluid reservoir; anda first pump to dispense heat transfer fluid from the secondary reservoir to the first or second primary heat transfer fluid reservoir in response to a heat transfer fluid level within the first or second primary heat transfer fluid reservoir dropping below a threshold level.2. The apparatus as in claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second primary heat transfer fluid reservoirs are disposed above the secondary reservoir to overflow heat transfer fluid by gravity into the secondary reservoir in response to the heat transfer fluid level within the first ...

Method and System for Authorizing Sessions Using Subscriber Database

Various exemplary embodiments relate to a method and related network node including one or more of the following: receiving, at a policy and charging rules node (PCRN) from a requesting entity, a message including a request associated with at least one service data flow (SDF); extracting a subscriber identifier and a first identifier from the message; retrieving a subscription record associated with the subscriber identifier, wherein the subscription record is associated with a first plurality of subrecords; identifying an first subrecord from the plurality of subrecords based on the first identifier; and conditionally fulfilling the request based on a first value stored in the first subrecord.

DISTRIBUTED ELECTRO-STATIC CHUCK COOLING

Embodiments of the invention include an apparatus, system, and method for cooling a pedestal for supporting a workpiece during plasma processing. An embodiment of a pedestal includes: a base over which the workpiece is to be disposed, a plurality of nozzles to supply a fluid from a supply plenum to impinge on a surface of the base, and a plurality of return conduits to return the supplied fluid to a return plenum. The fluid to be supplied by the plurality of nozzles can be projected as one or more jets submerged in surrounding fluid or as a spray that emerges from a surrounding fluid within a volume between the plurality of nozzles and the base to impinge on the surface of the base. 1. A pedestal to support a workpiece during plasma processing , the pedestal comprising:a base over which the workpiece is to be disposed;a plurality of nozzles to supply a fluid from a supply plenum to impinge nonparallelly on a surface of the base;a plurality of return conduits to return the supplied fluid to a return plenum.2. The pedestal of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of nozzles is to project the fluid as one or more jets submerged in surrounding fluid within a volume between the plurality of nozzles and the base to impinge nonparallelly on the surface of the base.3. The pedestal of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of nozzles is to project the fluid as a spray to emerge from a surrounding fluid within a volume between the plurality of nozzles and the base to impinge nonparallelly on the surface of the base.4. The pedestal of claim 1 , wherein a top surface of each of the plurality of nozzles is spaced a distance away from the surface of the base.5. The pedestal of claim 1 , wherein the fluid is a liquid.6. The pedestal of claim 1 , wherein:the base is disposed over a distribution plate comprising the plurality of nozzles and the plurality of return conduits;the distribution plate is disposed over the supply plenum; andthe supply plenum is disposed over and separated from the ...

Fuel composition identification system and method and fluid composition identification method

This invention refers to a fuel composition identification system and method ( 2 ) for an automotive vehicle combustion engine. The system comprises at least a fuel heating resistor ( 3 ) arranged in any position in the fuel tank or along the fuel line, in direct contact and exchanging heat with the fuel ( 2 ), an electronic control unit ( 4 ) connected to the resistor ( 3 ), which applies constant power values during time intervals (tn) to the resistor ( 3 ), and the metering device ( 6 ) for a heating resistor parameter ( 3 ) between the current sent to the resistor ( 3 ) and the surface temperature of the resistor that sends the measured values to the electronic control unit ( 4 ), and monitors the current values measured in the heating resistor ( 3 ) during each time interval tn, and when the electronic control unit ( 4 ) detects a variation in the value of the heating resistor current in the course of the time interval (tn), it identifies the fuel composition corresponding to the critical heat flow resulting from the power applied to the resistor during that time interval. The method comprises the steps of applying constant power values during time intervals (tn) to the fuel heating resistor ( 3 ); heating fuel in contact with the heating resistor ( 3 ) through exchanging heat between the heating resistor and the fuel ( 2 ); measuring a heating resistor parameter ( 3 ) between the current sent to the resistor ( 3 ) and the surface temperature of the resistor; monitoring the heating resistor parameter values ( 3 ) measured in the course of each time interval (tn), and when a variation in the resistor parameter value is detected in the course of the time interval (tn); identifying the fuel composition corresponding to the critical heat flow resulting from the power applied to the resistor during that time interval.

PROCESS FOR TREATMENT OF NANOPARTICLES OF MINERAL FILLER FOR USE IN POLYMERIZATION IN THE PRESENCE OF NANOPARTICLES

A process for treatment of nanoparticles of mineral filler for obtaining 5 processed nanoparticles for use in polymerization in the presence of nanopartciles which includes the steps of (a) drying a mineral filler with an inert gas for remove catalyst poisons; (b) mixing the mineral filler dried obtained in step (a) with a swelling agent in a liquid state or near a critical state or in the supercritical state; (c) subjecting the swelling agent of the 10 mixture obtained in step (b) to an endoenthalpic or isoentalphic phase change by altering the conditions of the temperature and/or pressure; (d) subjecting the nanoparticles of the mixture obtained in step (c) to contact of scavenging agent to react with catalyst poisons; then the mixture obtained in step (d) can be dried in a step (e) with an inert gas to remove sub-products 15 from scavenging agent and catalyst poisons to obtain the treated nanoparticles. 1. A process for treatment of nanoparticles of a mineral filler , which comprises the steps of:a. Drying a mineral filler with an inert gas;b. Mixing the dried mineral filler obtained in step (a) with a swelling agent in a liquid state, or near a critical state or in a supercritical state;c. Subjecting the swelling agent of the mixture obtained in step (b) to an endoenthalpic or isoenthalpic phase change, by altering the conditions of temperature and/or pressure; andd. Subjecting the mixture obtained in step (c) to contact with a scavenging agent.2. The process as claimed in claim wherein step (a) occurs in a temperature range of 20 to 160° C. , preferably between 100 and 120° C. , at a pressure range of from 0 to 16.000 mmHga , preferably between 0 and 740 mmHga , for a period of time varying between 2 and 24 hours , preferably from 4 to 8 hours3. The process as claimed in claim wherein step (a) occurs using a dynamic drying system selected from the group consisting of a fluidized bed dryer , a rotary dryer and a rolling bed dryer.4. The process as claimed in ...

Single cell fault tolerant battery system architecture

A battery system may include multiple battery cells grouped into modules. Each battery module may have a diffuser plate to direct the hot gases and molten material that are ejected during cell failure. The gas and material may be directed away from the nearest neighboring cells in the event of a single cell thermal runaway. Residual thermal energy is wicked away, absorbed or contained to keep heat away from the neighboring cells. These and other features may manage the blast energy and residual thermal energy of a single cell failure event. This may prevent a cascading failure of the larger battery system, thereby mitigating the risk of injury to personnel and property.

CONVERTER TOPOLOGIES AND CONTROL

Systems, methods, and articles of manufacture are provided wherein inverter topologies and inverter control employ primary and secondary windings with a half-bridge circuit and an unfolding bridge circuit positioned between the second winding and an AC grid. Certain topologies may employ control circuits for controlling the bridges suitable for a phase angle of the AC grid. 1. A multi-port inverter for converting an input direct current (DC) waveform from a DC source to an output alternating current (AC) waveform for delivery to an AC grid , the inverter comprising:a transformer;a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to a first winding of the transformer, wherein the DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding; a first set of electrical switches electrically coupled to a first terminal of the second winding of the transformer;', 'a capacitor divider electrically coupled with the first set of electrical switches and to a second terminal of the second winding of the transformer;', 'a second set of electrical switches electrically coupled to the AC grid;', 'a first capacitor electrically coupled across the first set of electrical switches; and', 'a sensor electrically coupled between the first capacitor and the second set of electrical switches, the sensor sensing the AC grid current; and, 'an AC-AC converter electrically coupled to a second winding of the transformer, wherein the AC-AC converter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid, the AC-AC converter comprisingan active filter coupled to a winding of the transformer, wherein the active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid.2. The inverter of claim 1 , wherein:the first set of electrical switches comprises a half- ...

Laminated glazing with a step-shaped functional portion

A laminated glazing with at least one step-shaped functional portion comprising two stack of components, the main stack of components in which the alteration of its properties is not desirable, and a second stack of components comprising a functional layer.

Wheelchair Accessory for Playing Soccer

An accessory for wheelchairs for playing football as a includes a pair of mutually independent mechanisms, symmetrical in respect of a central longitudinal plane, each of which includes an operating bar () and a mechanism made up of a hinged quadrangle, formed of an articulated linkage base which forms a fixed part joined to the body of the chair and which houses a pin () for the operating bar () to rotate; a propulsion body () for propelling and retaining a ball, hinged to the fixed part on a hinge pin (); an operating lever () joined to the lower part of the operating bar (), and able to turn with said bar; and an auxiliary part (), hinged to the operating lever () on a hinging pin (), and to the mechanism for propelling and retaining the ball on one hinging pin (). 1. An accessory for wheelchairs for playing football , comprising: an operating bar; and', an articulated linkage base which forms a fixed part joined to the a body of tire a wheelchair and which houses a pin for rotation of the operating bar', {'b': '91', 'a propulsion body for propelling and retaining a ball, hinged to the fixed part on one hinge pin ('}, 'an operating lever joined to a lower part of the operating bar, and adapted to turn with said bar; and', 'an auxiliary part, hinged to the operating lever on a hinging pin, and to the propulsion body for propelling and retaining the ball on one hinging pin., 'a mechanism made up of an articulated quadrangle, formed of], 'a pair of mutually independent mechanisms, symmetrical in respect of a central longitudinal plane, each of which comprises2. An accessory for wheelchairs for playing football claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein each of the operating bars is provided with an operating handle.3. An accessory for wheelchairs for playing football claim 2 , according to claim 2 , wherein the operating handle is conjoint with the operating bar and is formed by bending an upper end of said operating bar claim 2 , and provided with a grip covering ...

Spinal fixation system

This application describes surgical instruments and implants, including a rod reduction instrument, for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. Extension guides are provided that attach to bone anchors implanted within the spine. The extension guides have a guide channel that align with a rod channel in the anchor to help direct the rod to the anchor. The rod reducer may be passed through the interior of the guide assemblies with a distal end arranged in a first position allowing the distal end to pass through the guide. Once through the guide the distal end may be expanded to provide dual contact on the rod at each end of the bone anchor rod channel.

Refractory anchor device and system

Refractory anchoring devices include a main body and a mounting feature for mounting to a thermal vessel. The main body has the shape of two end-to-end Y's forming a central segment, two branch segments extending from each end of the central segment, and an extension segment extending from each of the four branch segments, to collectively form four unenclosed cell openings that are each semi-hexagonal in shape. Some embodiments include four reinforcement segments with each one extending into a respective cell opening, four voids with each one extending through respective adjacent branch and extension segments, an underbody gap formed under the central segment for refractory interlinking between cell openings, and/or a single stud-welding stud for the mounting feature. Refractory anchoring systems and methods include an array of the refractory anchoring devices arranged and mounted so that the unenclosed semi-hexagonal cell openings of adjacent anchoring devices cooperatively form substantially hexagonal cells.

METHOD OF ASSEMBLING AND TESTING A LINEAR PROPULSION SYSTEM

A linear propulsion system and method of assembling and testing the same is disclosed. The linear propulsion system may comprise a track, a vehicle, a mover mounted to the vehicle, and a dual inverter system. The track may comprise a first plurality of stator sections interleaved with a second plurality of stator sections. The dual inverter system may include first and second multi-phase inverters that share input hardware. 1. A method of assembling and testing a linear propulsion system , the method comprising:providing a track, a vehicle, a mover, and a dual inverter system, the track including a first plurality of stator sections and a second plurality of stator sections , the second plurality interleaved between the first plurality , each stator section including a frame and a plurality of coils functionally mounted to the frame, each stator section having an activated state and a deactivated state, the mover mounted on the vehicle and disposed adjacent to the track, the mover including a plurality of magnets, the dual inverter system operably connected to each of the stator sections, the dual inverter system including a controller and first and second multi-phase inverters that share input hardware operably connected to each of the first and second multi-phase inverters, the first inverter operably connected to the first plurality of stator sections, the second inverter operably connected to the second plurality of stator sections;sharing input hardware by the first and second multi-phase inverters;receiving, by the first multi-phase inverter, power input from the common input hardware;receiving, by the second multi-phase inverter, power input from the common input hardware;sequencing, by the controller, the activation and deactivation signals to the first and second multi-phase inverters to activate a first stator section of the first plurality of stator sections followed by activating a second stator section of the second plurality of stator sections, the ...

Method for producing stable graphene, graphite and amorphous carbon aqueous dispersions

The present disclosure relates to a process to produce aqueous dispersions of graphene stabilized by cellulose, offering an alternative to the current methods of dispersion of graphene. The present process provides the advantages that it uses biodegradable cellulose compatible with the environment and can be used in industrial processes in alkaline medium or in the absence of alkali; and when graphene is stabilized with cellulose in alkaline medium it becomes unstable when in contact with natural waters, thus precipitating and being easily removed or concentrated. In other embodiments, solids obtained by drying of the dispersions, once dried, can be redispersed in aqueous alkaline solution.

Occipital Plates and Related Methods

Disclosed herein are occipital plates that include a fixation plate portion and at least two extensions integrally connected to the fixation plate portion and extending away from the fixation plate portion. The fixation plate portion has a plurality of through-holes for receiving bone screws that secure the occipital plate to a patient's skull or, specifically, the occiput. Each extension includes a slot for removably receiving a rod connector or a rod-to-rod connector, the slots having an entry area or portion for receiving a connector and a holding area or portion for maintaining the connector in the slot.

Sensation imparting device, robot control system, and robot control method

According to the present invention, a terminal device has: a transmission unit which transmits, to a robot, operator state information indicating the state of a user operating the robot; a receiving unit which receives, from the robot, robot state information indicating the state of the robot; a sensation imparting unit which imparts a predetermined sensation to the user; and a control unit which, when a delay time required for the receiving unit to receive the robot state information after the transmission unit transmits the operator state information is no longer than a predetermined time, controls the sensation imparting unit so as to impart a sensation based on the robot state information to the user, and when the delay time is longer than the predetermined time, controls the sensation imparting unit to impart, to the user, a sensation based on virtual state information that indicates an estimated robot state.

Inhibition of dipeptide repeat proteins

Methods are disclosed for treating neurodegenerative disorders, such as ALS and FTD by using an effective amount of a type I protein arginine methyltransferase (Type I PRMT) inhibitor to decrease cellular toxicity caused by dipeptide repeat proteins (DRPs).

REMOTE ARRAY MAPPING

Electrical component location is provided. Employed location techniques may include providing a cycling signal, having components to be located sense the cycling signal at the same time, report back the sensed signal, and determining relative locations for one or more of the components using the sensed signals reported by the components. 1. A system for mapping an array of electrical components comprising:a plurality of electrical components, each of the electrical components in the plurality distinct from each other, each of the electrical components spaced apart from each other, the electrical components arranged in at least one array and connected to at least one other electrical component;a frequency generator, the frequency generator configured to generate a frequency signal different from a base operating frequency, the frequency generator configured to send the signal to each of the electrical components in the plurality;a plurality of sensors, each of the sensors of the plurality configured to measure, at the same time, a voltage or current at each of the plurality of electrical components, the voltage or current reflecting the amplitude of the cycling frequency signal sent by the frequency generator and received at the electrical component being measured by the sensor; anda system analyzer configured to consider a plurality of the voltages or currents measured by the sensors and attributable to different electrical components of the plurality and determine a relative position of electrical components with respect to other electrical components.2. The system of wherein each of the electrical components of the plurality are arranged in an array in parallel with each other and are connected via at least one insulated wire.3. The system of wherein each electrical component comprises a microinverter power train.4. The system of wherein the plurality includes eight or more components in at least two one-dimensional arrays.5. The system of wherein the frequency ...

Millimeter-wavelength network map for use in a beamforming procedure

Aspects described herein may enable a network entity to create an mmW cell geometry and/or to seed a base station codebook and a UE codebook to improve a beamforming procedure while maintaining peak performance gain that is provided by scanning narrower beams. The network entity may provide information associated with the base station codebook and the UE codebook to the base station. The network entity may also provide, to the base station, a subframe structure to be used during a beamforming procedure that is based on the base station codebook and the UE codebook. The base station and the UE may perform the beamforming procedure based in the subframe structure using beam orientations indicated in the base station codebook and the UE codebook. From the beamforming procedure, the base station and the UE may determine an access beam to be used in communication between the base station and the UE.

Aircraft system

An aircraft system for an aircraft is disclosed having a controller that is configured, during a take-off procedure, to initiate, prior to receiving a command to retract a landing gear, automatic opening of a landing gear bay door associated with the landing gear from a closed position towards an open position, on the basis of a determination, made when a speed of the aircraft is determined by the controller to be equal to or greater than a first threshold speed, that a one engine inoperative condition is met.

Manufacturing catheter sensors

Pressure sensors and associated structures that may facilitate the use of automated connection processes and tools. An example may provide structures for aligning interconnect wires to pressure sensor bondpads in order to facilitate the use of automated processes and tools.

SELF-PROPELLED ELEVATOR SYSTEM HAVING WINDINGS PROPORTIONAL TO CAR VELOCITY

An elevator system includes a hoistway; an elevator car to travel in the hoistway; permanent magnets mounted to the elevator car; and primary windings mounted in the hoistway, the primary windings having a first section having a first number of turns and a second section having a second number of turns, wherein the first number of turns is less than the second number of turns. 1. An elevator system comprising:a hoistway;an elevator car to travel in the hoistway;permanent magnets mounted to the elevator car; andprimary windings mounted in the hoistway, the primary windings having a first section having a first number of turns and a second section having a second number of turns, wherein the first number of turns is less than the second number of turns.2. The elevator system of wherein:the elevator car travels in the first section at a first velocity and the elevator car travels in the second section at a second velocity, the first velocity being greater than the second velocity.3. The elevator system of wherein:the first section is driven by a first coil current and the second section is driven by a second coil current, the first coil current being greater than the second coil current.4. The elevator system of wherein:the first number of turns multiplied by the first coil current is substantially equal to the second number of turns multiplied by the second coil current.5. The elevator system of wherein:the first section corresponds to one floor of the hoistway.6. The elevator system of wherein:the first section corresponds to multiple floors of the hoistway.7. The elevator system of wherein:the first section corresponds to less than one floor of the hoistway.8. The elevator system of further comprising:first power electronics providing first coil current to the first section; andsecond power electronics providing second coil current to the second section.9. The elevator system of wherein:the second power electronics have a lower current rating than the first power ...

Cap gripper

A cap gripper is described herein with a groove for receiving a projecting portion of a cap. A positively biased member may create a narrowing in the groove to secure the projecting portion of the cap within the groove. The positively biased member may be positively biased by a spring-loaded screw that is inserted into a screw hole of the cap gripper. When the cap is inserted into the cap gripper, the positively biased member may be partially depressed within the screw hole to allow the projecting portion of the cap to be inserted into the groove. Likewise, when the cap is removed from the cap gripper, the positively biased member may be partially depressed within the screw hole to allow the projecting portion of the cap to be removed from the groove.

PARTIAL-RESONANT CONVERTERS FOR PV APPLICATIONS

A partial-resonant converter is provided herein and comprises a partial resonant link formed by a magnetizing link inductor connected in parallel with a first capacitor on a primary winding side of a transformer and a second capacitor on a secondary winding side of the transformer, a pair of series connected switches coupled across the magnetizing link inductor and the first capacitor, and a plurality of forward conducting bidirectional blocking switches that connect an input source and an output load to the magnetizing link inductor during operation. 1. A partial-resonant converter , comprising:a partial resonant link formed by a magnetizing link inductor connected in parallel with a first capacitor on a primary winding side of a transformer and a second capacitor on a secondary winding side of the transformer;a pair of series connected switches coupled across the magnetizing link inductor and the first capacitor; anda plurality of forward conducting bidirectional blocking switches that connect an input source and an output load to the magnetizing link inductor during operation.2. The partial-resonant converter of claim 1 , wherein the transformer is a high-frequency transformer.3. The partial-resonant converter of claim 1 , wherein the magnetizing link inductor is charged and discharged in each cycle of a buck-boost mode of operation.4. The partial-resonant converter of claim 1 , wherein the magnetizing link inductor has an inductance of 1.8 μH claim 1 , the first capacitor has a capacitance of about 1 nF claim 1 , wherein the second capacitor has a capacitance of about 0.01234 nF and is equal to C=C/n(where n=9).5. The partial-resonant converter of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of forward conducting bidirectional blocking switches comprise one of:a series combination of a switch and a diode comprising four switches and four corresponding diodes; ora series combination of a switch and a diode comprising six switches and six corresponding diodes.6. The partial- ...

Spinal Fixation System

This application describes surgical instruments and implants, including a rod reduction instrument, for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. Extension guides are provided that attach to bone anchors implanted within the spine. The extension guides have a guide channel that align with a rod channel in the anchor to help direct the rod to the anchor. The rod reducer may be passed through the interior of the guide assemblies with a distal end arranged in a first position allowing the distal end to pass through the guide. Once through the guide the distal end may be expanded to provide dual contact on the rod at each end of the bone anchor rod channel.

Method assisted by a laser and high-intensity electric fields for the synthesis and collection of nanoparticles and the generation of coatings

The present invention relates to a method for synthesizing and collecting, in a single step, nanoparticles of different materials, and for producing coatings thereof on materials with simple or complex geometries, both in a controlled atmosphere and in ambient conditions, by means of the combined application of a laser beam and high-intensity electric fields.

Wind turbine transformer control

A method of controlling a wind turbine transformer is provided. The transformer has a primary side with a primary winding coupled to a power grid and a secondary side with a secondary winding coupled to an electrical power generating system of the wind turbine. The wind turbine transformer further includes an electronic on-load tap changer having semiconductor switches that are controllable to change a turns ratio of the primary winding to the secondary winding of the wind turbine transformer. The method includes the step of monitoring a voltage on the primary side of the wind turbine transformer, a voltage on the secondary side of the wind turbine transformer, or both. In response to detecting a change in the monitored voltage, the semiconductor switches of the electronic on-load tap changer are automatically controlled to adjust the turns ratio of the wind turbine transformer to compensate for the change.

Aluminum phosphate, polyphosphate, and metaphosphate particles and their use as pigments in paints and method of making same

An aluminum phosphate composition comprising aluminum phosphate, aluminum polyphosphate, aluminum metaphosphate, or a mixture thereof. The composition may be characterized by, when in powder form, having particles wherein some of the particles have at least one or more voids per particle. In addition, the composition is characterized by exhibiting two endothermic peaks in Differential Scanning calorimetry between about 90 degrees to about 250 degrees Celsius. The composition is also characterized by, when in powder form, having a dispersibility of at least 0.025 grams per 1.0 gram of water. The composition is made by a process comprising contacting phosphoric acid with aluminum sulfate and an alkaline solution to produce an aluminum phosphate based product; and optionally calcining the aluminum phosphate, polyphosphate or metaphosphate based product at an elevated temperature. The composition is useful in paints and as a substitute for titanium dioxide.

DUAL ZONE COMMON CATCH HEAT EXCHANGER/CHILLER

Methods and systems for controlling temperatures in plasma processing chamber via pulsed application of heating power and pulsed application of cooling power. In an embodiment, fluid levels in each of a hot and cold reservoir coupled to the temperature controlled component are maintained in part by a coupling each of the reservoirs to a common secondary reservoir. Heat transfer fluid is pumped from the secondary reservoir to either the hot or cold reservoir in response to a low level sensed in the reservoir. In an embodiment, both the hot and cold reservoirs are contained in a same platform as the secondary reservoir with the hot and cold reservoirs disposed above the secondary reservoir to permit the secondary reservoir to catch gravity driven overflow from either the hot or cold reservoir. 1. A method of controlling a temperature of a chuck in a plasma processing apparatus , the method comprising:circulating a first heat transfer fluid at a first temperature through the chuck via a first supply line and a first return line coupling the chuck to a first primary heat transfer fluid reservoir;circulating a second heat transfer fluid at a second temperature through the chuck via a second supply line and a second return line coupling the chuck to a second primary heat transfer fluid reservoir;controlling a first valve disposed in-line with the first supply line and controlling a second valve disposed in-line with the second supply line; andmaintaining a level of the first primary heat transfer fluid reservoir by catching overflow from the first primary heat transfer fluid reservoir in the secondary reservoir and dispensing heat transfer fluid from the secondary reservoir to the first primary heat transfer fluid reservoir in response to sensing a low level in the first primary heat transfer fluid reservoir.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein controlling the first valve further comprises modulating a pulse width modulation duty cycle driving the first valve between a ...

CONVERTER TOPOLOGIES AND CONTROL

Systems, methods, and articles of manufacture are provided wherein inverter topologies and inverter control employ primary and secondary windings with a half-bridge circuit and an unfolding bridge circuit positioned between the second winding and an AC grid. Certain topologies may employ control circuits for controlling the bridges suitable for a phase angle of the AC grid. 1. A multi-port inverter for converting an input direct current (DC) waveform from a DC source to an output alternating current (AC) waveform for delivery to an AC grid , the inverter comprising:a transformer;a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to a first winding of the transformer, wherein the DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding; a first set of electrical switches electrically coupled to a first terminal of the second winding of the transformer;', 'a capacitor divider electrically coupled with the first set of electrical switches and to a second terminal of the second winding of the transformer;', 'a second set of electrical switches electrically coupled to the AC grid;', 'a first capacitor electrically coupled across the first set of electrical switches; and', 'a sensor electrically coupled between the first capacitor and the second set of electrical switches, the sensor sensing the AC grid current; and, 'an AC-AC converter electrically coupled to a second winding of the transformer, wherein the AC-AC converter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid, the AC-AC converter comprisingan active filter coupled to a winding of the transformer, wherein the active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid.2. The inverter of claim 1 , wherein:the first set of electrical switches comprises a half- ...

Pet Apparel With Fasteners

A collar is provided for securing a pet's apparel. The collar includes fasteners on the underside that are used to connect to fasteners located on the pet's apparel. 1. A pet collar for providing a more secure fit for pet apparel , comprising:a main strip;a first connector connected to the left end of the main strip;a second connector connected to the right end of the main strip;a first fastener fixedly connected to the underside of the main strip; anda plurality of second fasteners connected to the underside of the main strip.2. The pet collar of claim 1 , wherein the first fastener is the same fastening type as the plurality of second fasteners.3. The pet collar of claim 1 , wherein the first fastener is a different fastening type than at least one of the plurality of second fasteners.4. The pet collar of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of second fasteners are snap fasteners.5. The pet collar of claim 1 , wherein the spacing between the first fastener and each of the plurality of second fasteners is approximately equal.6. The pet collar of claim 1 , wherein the spacing varies between the first fastener and each of the plurality of second fasteners.7. The pet collar of claim 1 , wherein the arrangement of the plurality of the second fasteners comprises a pattern.8. The pet collar of claim 7 , wherein the pattern includes the first fastener.9. The pet collar of claim 1 , further comprising:a secondary strip connected to the main strip.10. The pet collar of claim 9 , wherein the secondary strip is comprised of a material that is different than a material of the main strip.11. The pet collar of claim 9 , wherein the secondary strip is detachable from the main strip.12. The pet collar of claim 9 , wherein at least one of the plurality of second fasteners is detachable from the main strip.13. The pet collar of claim 9 , wherein the first fastener is a touch fastener.14. The pet collar of claim 9 , wherein the secondary strip further comprises:a top;a bottom; anda third ...

CONVERTER TOPOLOGIES AND CONTROL

An inverter includes a transformer that includes a first winding, a second winding, and a third winding, a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to the first winding of the transformer, a cycloconverter electrically coupled to the second winding of the transformer, an active filter electrically coupled to the third winding of the transformer. The DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding. The cycloconverter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid. The active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid. 1. An inverter for converting an input direct current (DC) waveform from a DC source to an output alternating current (AC) waveform for delivery to an AC grid , the inverter comprising:a transformer that includes a first winding, a second winding, and a third winding;a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to the first winding of the transformer, wherein the DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding;a cycloconverter electrically coupled to the second winding of the transformer, wherein the cycloconverter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid; andan active filter electrically coupled to the third winding of the transformer, wherein the active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid.2. The inverter of claim 1 , wherein the DC-AC inverter comprises a full-bridge inverter circuit.3. The inverter of claim 2 , wherein the first winding includes a first terminal and a second ...

METALLOCENE CATALYST SUPPORTED BY HYBRID SUPPORTING MEANS, PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME, POLYMERIZATION PROCESS FOR PRODUCING AN ETHYLENE HOMOPOLYMER OR COPOLYMER WITH BROAD OR BIMODAL MOLAR MASS DISTRIBUTION, USE OF THE SUPPORTED METALLOCENE CATALYST AND ETHYLENE POLYMER WITH BROAD OR BIMODAL MOLAR MASS DISTRIBUTION

The present invention relates to a metallocene catalyst based on a transition metal of group 4 or 5 of the periodic table, supported on a hybrid catalytic support provided with aliphatic organic groups. 2. (canceled)3. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 1 , wherein the inorganic component is silica.4. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 1 , wherein the aliphatic organic groups comprise a chain containing from 1 to 40 carbon atoms.5. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 1 , wherein the contents of aliphatic organic groups range from 0.5 to 80%.6. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 1 , wherein the aliphatic organic groups are homogeneously dispersed at a molecular level.7. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 1 , wherein the hybrid catalytic support is obtained by means of hydrolytic sol-gel.8. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 1 , wherein the metal contents of the group 4 or 5 range from 0.1 to 10% by mass of metal with respect to the mass of the catalytic hybrid support.9. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 2 , wherein the metal contents of the group 2 or 13 of the periodic table ranges from 1% to 60% with respect to the total mass of the supported catalyst.10. The supported metallocene catalyst as recited in claim 2 , wherein the metal of the group 2 or 13 is selected from: trimethylaluminum (TMAL) claim 2 , triethylaluminum (TEAL) claim 2 , triisobutylaluminum (TIBAL) claim 2 , tri-n-hexylaluminum (TNHAL) claim 2 , tri-n-octylaluminum (TNOAL) claim 2 , dimethylaluminum (DOMAC) claim 2 , methylaluminum dichloride (MADC) claim 2 , diethylaluminum chloride (DEAC) claim 2 , ethylaluminum dichloride (EADC) claim 2 , di-isobutylaluminum chloride (DIBAC) claim 2 , isobutylaluminum dichloride (MONIBAC) claim 2 , ethylmagnesium butyl (BEM) claim 2 , butyl octylmagnesium (BOMAG) claim 2 , methylmagnesium chloride claim 2 , ethylmagnesium ...

METALLOCENE CATALYST SUPPORTED BY HYBRID SUPPORTING MEANS, PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME, POLYMERIZATION PROCESS FOR PRODUCING AN ETHYLENE HOMOPOLYMER OR COPOLYMER WITH BROAD OR BIMODAL MOLAR MASS DISTRIBUTION, USE OF THE SUPPORTED METALLOCENE CATALYST AND ETHYLENE POLYMER WITH BROAD OR BIMODAL MOLAR MASS DISTRIBUTION

The present invention describes a metallocene catalyst based on a transition metal of group 4 or 5 of the periodic table, supported on a hybrid catalytic support provided with aliphatic organic groups, and a process for supporting metallocene on the hybrid catalytic support. The supported metallocene catalyst provides an ethylene polymer with broad or bimodal molecular weight distribution, in the presence of only one metallocene complex on the support.

METALLOCENE CATALYST SUPPORTED BY HYBRID SUPPORTING MEANS, PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME, POLYMERIZATION PROCESS FOR PRODUCING AN ETHYLENE HOMOPOLYMER OR COPOLYMER WITH BROAD OR BIMODAL MOLAR MASS DISTRIBUTION, USE OF THE SUPPORTED METALLOCENE CATALYST AND ETHYLENE POLYMER WITH BROAD OR BIMODAL MOLAR MASS DISTRIBUTION

The present invention describes a metallocene catalyst based on a transition metal of group 4 or 5 of the periodic table, supported on a hybrid catalytic support provided with aliphatic organic groups, and a process for supporting metallocene on the hybrid catalytic support. The supported metallocene catalyst provides an ethylene polymer with broad or bimodal molecular weight distribution, in the presence of only one metallocene complex on the support.

PARTICLE REDUCTION VIA THROTTLE GATE VALVE PURGE

Methods and apparatus for particle reduction in throttle gate valves used in substrate process chambers are provided herein. In some embodiments, a gate valve for use in a process chamber includes a body having an opening disposed therethrough from a first surface to an opposing second surface of the body; a pocket extending into the body from a sidewall of the opening; a gate movably disposed within the pocket between a closed position that seals the opening and an open position that reveals the opening and disposes the gate completely within the pocket; and a plurality of gas ports disposed in the gate valve configured to direct a gas flow into a portion of the gate valve fluidly coupled to the opening. 1. A gate valve for use in a process chamber , comprising:a body having an opening disposed therethrough from a first surface to an opposing second surface of the body;a pocket extending into the body from a sidewall of the opening;a gate movably disposed within the pocket between a closed position that seals the opening and an open position that reveals the opening and disposes the gate completely within the pocket; anda plurality of gas ports disposed in the gate valve configured to direct a gas flow into a portion of the gate valve fluidly coupled to the opening.2. The gate valve of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the gas ports direct a gas flow to the body.3. The gate valve of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the gas ports are disposed in the pocket configured to direct a gas flow to the body.4. The gate valve of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the gas ports direct a gas flow to the gate.5. The gate valve of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the gas ports comprise gas diffusers.6. The gate valve of claim 1 , further comprising one or more valves coupled to the gas ports to selectively open or close the gas ports.7. The gate valve of claim 6 , wherein the one or more valves comprise mass flow controllers.8. The gate valve of claim 6 , wherein one or ...

CONVERTER TOPOLOGIES AND CONTROL

An inverter includes a transformer that includes a first winding, a second winding, and a third winding, a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to the first winding of the transformer, a cycloconverter electrically coupled to the second winding of the transformer, an active filter electrically coupled to the third winding of the transformer. The DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding. The cycloconverter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid. The active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid. 1. An inverter for converting an input direct current (DC) waveform from a DC source to an output alternating current (AC) waveform for delivery to an AC grid , the inverter comprising:a transformer that includes a first winding, a second winding, and a third winding;a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to the first winding of the transformer, wherein the DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding;a cycloconverter electrically coupled to the second winding of the transformer, wherein the cycloconverter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid; andan active filter electrically coupled to the third winding of the transformer, wherein the active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid.2. The inverter of claim 1 , wherein the DC-AC inverter comprises a full-bridge inverter circuit.3. The inverter of claim 2 , wherein the first winding includes a first terminal and a second ...

CONVERTER TOPOLOGIES FOR COMMON MODE VOLTAGE REDUCTION

An inverter includes a three-winding transformer, a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to the first winding of the transformer, a cycloconverter electrically coupled to the second winding of the transformer, and an active filter electrically coupled to the third winding of the transformer. The DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding. The cycloconverter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid. The active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid. At least two of the DC-AC inverter, the cycloconverter, or the active filter are electrically coupled via a common reference electrical interconnect. 1. An inverter for converting an input direct current (DC) waveform from a DC source to an output alternating current (AC) waveform for delivery to an AC grid , the inverter comprising:a three-winding transformer that includes a first winding, a second winding, and a third winding;a DC-AC inverter electrically coupled to the first winding of the transformer, wherein the DC-AC inverter is adapted to convert the input DC waveform to an AC waveform delivered to the transformer at the first winding;a cycloconverter electrically coupled to the second winding of the transformer, wherein the cycloconverter is adapted to convert an AC waveform received at the second winding of the transformer to the output AC waveform having a grid frequency of the AC grid; andan active filter electrically coupled to the third winding of the transformer, wherein the active filter is adapted to sink and source power with one or more energy storage devices based on a mismatch in power between the DC source and the AC grid,wherein at least two of the DC-AC inverter, the cycloconverter, or the active ...

SOFT SWITCHING TECHNIQUE FOR A GRID-TIED INVERTER

A method, system, and computer-readable medium facilitate a soft switching technique for operating an inverter. In a full bridge inverter, a one of first set of transistors in the inverter may be rapidly activated and deactivated in pulses while one of a second set of transistor may be activated during a switching time period where the inverter matches the voltage and frequency of an AC grid. During a blanking time period between switching time periods, one of the second set of transistors may be primed before the other is activated during the next switching time period to prevent generating noise in the AC output of the inverter due to a hard switch. 1. A method for controlling a full-bridge inverter comprising:receiving a direct current voltage;receiving an alternating current grid voltage that oscillates at a grid frequency;during a first switching time period when the alternating current grid voltage is positive, pulsing a first transistor AH at a pulse frequency and activating a second transistor BL;at the beginning of a first blanking time period after the first switching time period, ceasing to pulse the first transistor AH and deactivating the second transistor BL;during a first priming time period during the first blanking time period, activating the second transistor BL for a first priming time period and then deactivating the second transistor BL at the end of the first blanking time period; andduring a second switching time period when the alternating current grid voltage is negative, pulsing a third transistor AL at the pulse frequency and activating a fourth transistor BH.2. The method of further comprising:at the beginning of a second blanking time period after the second switching time period, ceasing to pulse the third transistor AL and deactivating the fourth transistor BH;during a second priming time period during the second blanking time period, activating the fourth transistor BH for a first priming time period and then deactivating the second ...

Remote Array Mapping

Electrical component location is provided. Employed location techniques may include providing a cycling signal, having components to be located sense the cycling signal at the same time, report back the sensed signal, and determining relative locations for one or more of the components using the sensed signals reported by the components. 1. A system for mapping an array of electrical components comprising:a plurality of electrical components, each of the electrical components in the plurality distinct from each other, each of the electrical components spaced apart from each other, the electrical components arranged in at least one array and connected to at least one other electrical component;a frequency generator, the frequency generator configured to generate a frequency signal different from a base operating frequency, the frequency generator configured to send the signal to each of the electrical components in the plurality;a plurality of sensors, each of the sensors of the plurality configured to measure, at the same time, a voltage or current at each of the plurality of electrical components, the voltage or current reflecting the amplitude of the cycling frequency signal sent by the frequency generator and received at the electrical component being measured by the sensor; anda system analyzer configured to consider a plurality of the voltages or currents measured by the sensors and attributable to different electrical components of the plurality and determine a relative position of electrical components with respect to other electrical components,wherein during a mapping cycle, the frequency generator generates frequency signals transmitted over the system in an ascending frequency order and a descending frequency order,wherein the system analyzer considers responses to the frequency signals from each of the electrical components, groups the electrical components according to shared trajectories of their responses, and assigns each electrical component to a ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SELECTING CIRCUIT ELEMENT VALUES FOR A HYBRID ACTIVE POWER FILTER OPERATING OVER A VARIABLE FREQUENCY

Embodiments relate to systems and methods for selecting circuit element values for a hybrid active power filter operating over a variable frequency. In aspects, a hybrid active power filter (HAPF) circuit can eliminate current harmonics present in an AC power source which are caused by an AC load network.—In implementations, the AC voltage source—may be a source having a variable frequency range, for instance 360-800 Hz. Since the source voltage can encompass a significant frequency range, a simple determination of the correct or desirable values of capacitive and inductive elements in the filtering section of the HAPF may not be possible. According to aspects, analytic techniques are provided which allow the values of those circuit elements to be derived from impedance and other circuit values to provide satisfactory suppression of identified harmonics, which can include the 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23, 25harmonics in the output voltage. 1. A method of generating circuit element values in a hybrid active power filter , comprising:determining a value of an inductive load provided to a source alternating current;identifying a variable frequency range of the source alternating current;determining an amplitude of a set of current harmonics related to the source alternating current over the variable frequency range;generating at least an inductor value and a capacitor value for a filter network provided in an output stage based on an impedance of the filter network configured to reduce the amplitude of the set of current harmonics.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the variable frequency range of the source alternating current comprises a range of at least 360 Hz to 800 Hz.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the set of current harmonics related to the source alternating current comprises at least a set of 5 claim 1 , 7 claim 1 , 11 claim 1 , 19 claim 1 , 23 claim 1 , and 25 harmonics.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the impedance of the filter network is based on an ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ACTIVE DAMPING DEVICE FOR STABILIZING A POWER GRID OF ACTIVE SOURCES AND LOADS

Embodiments relate to systems and methods for an active damping device for stabilizing a power grid of active sources and loads. In power system networks or grids which incorporate active power sources and active loads, such as motors, the output voltage transfer function can exhibit instabilities due to the presence of poles in the positive real portion (right hand side) of the complex plane. Those poles can induce uncontrolled ringing, oscillations, or other artifacts or instabilities. According to implementations, an active damping element can be introduced into the power system grid, which operates to drive the poles of the output transfer function to the negative real (left hand) portion of the complex plane. Output voltage and other parameters can thereby be stabilized. In implementations, the damping element can include an R-C network for DC output systems, or a controller including a voltage source inverter for AC output systems. 1. A system , comprising:a first connection to an active power source;a second connection to an active load; anda damping element, connected to the active power source via the first connection and to the active load via the second connection, the damping element comprising a high-pass current filter configured to shift closed-loop poles of a transfer function for a network comprising the active power source and active load from a positive real value in the complex plane to a negative real value in the complex plane.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the active power source comprises a direct current (DC) power source.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the damping element comprises a high-pass current filter.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the high-pass current filter comprises a resistive-capacitive network.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the active power source comprises an alternating current (AC) power source.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the damping element comprises a voltage source inverter.7. The system of claim 6 ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TUNING THE CONTROL OF A SHUNT ACTIVE POWER FILTER OVER A VARIABLE FREQUENCY

Embodiments relate to systems and methods for tuning the control of a shunt active power filter over a variable frequency. In aspects, a shunt active power filter is provided to filter current harmonics from the output delivered to a dc load via a recitifier. The shunt active power filter control can be configured as a set of resonant regulators connected in a parallel configuration. Each of the resonant regulators can be tuned to dampen or eliminate a particular harmonic, such as the 5th, 7, 11, 13, 17or 19harmonics. The shunt active power filter can be configured to target those or other harmonics over a range of source voltage frequencies, such as 360-800 Hz. The harmonics can be tuned over that or other source frequency ranges by determining the root locus poles of the filter as a function of feedback loop gain. 1. A shunt active power filter system , comprising:a first interface to a source power signal having a selectable frequency;a set of resonant regulators coupled to the source power signal;a second interface configured to couple an output power signal from the set of resonant regulators to a load;a feedback loop, coupled between the source power signal and the set of resonant regulators, having a selectable gain value;wherein the selectable gain value is selected to dampen a set of harmonics associated with the source power signal at a selected frequency based on a set of closed loop poles of the shunt active power filter system associated with the selected gain value.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the source power signal comprises an alternating current signal.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein a frequency of the source power signal comprises a range of 360 to 800 Hz.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the set of harmonics comprises at least a set of 5 claim 3 , 7 claim 3 , 11 claim 3 , 13 claim 3 , 17 claim 3 , and 19harmonics.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the set of resonant regulators are connected in a parallel configuration.6. The system of ...

MOTOR DRIVE FOR LINEAR MACHINES WITH DISTRIBUTED WINDINGS

A linear propulsion system () and method of assembling and testing the same is disclosed. The linear propulsion system () may comprise a track (), a vehicle (), a mover () mounted to the vehicle (), and a dual inverter system (). The track () may comprise a first plurality () of stator sections () interleaved with a second plurality () of stator sections (). The dual inverter system () may include first and second multi-phase inverters () that share input hardware (). 110. A linear propulsion system () comprising:{'b': 30', '36', '45', '38', '45', '38', '36', '45', '40', '42', '40', '45, 'a track () comprising a first plurality () of stator sections () and a second plurality () of stator sections (), the second plurality () interleaved between the first plurality (), each stator section () including frame () and a plurality of coils () mounted on the frame (), each stator section () having an activated state and a deactivated state;'}{'b': '14', 'a vehicle ();'}{'b': 44', '14', '30', '44', '46, 'a mover () functionally mounted to the vehicle () and disposed adjacent to the track (), the mover () including a plurality of magnets (); and'}{'b': 48', '45', '48, 'a dual inverter system () operably connected to each of the stator sections (), the dual inverter system () including{'b': 52', '52', '52', '36', '45', '52', '38', '45, 'i': a,', 'b', 'a', 'b, 'first and second multi-phase inverters (), the first inverter () operably connected to the first plurality () of stator sections (), the second inverter () operably connected to the second plurality () of stator sections (); and'}{'b': 56', '52', '52, 'i': a,', 'b, 'a controller () operably connected to the first and second multi-phase inverters (),'}{'b': 14', '44', '45, 'wherein a propulsion force on the vehicle () is generated when the mover () is adjacent to one or more of the stator sections () in the activated state.'}2104445. The system () of claim 1 , wherein a length of the mover () is about the same or shorter ...

Glass laminate with thin insert obscuration having superior strength and optical quality

Black enamel frit obscurations are commonly printed on laminated and tempered automotive safety glazing where they serve to hide the adhesive used to bind the glazing to the automotive body and to protect the adhesive from ultraviolet radiation. However, frit has a number of drawbacks. Frit weakens the surface of the glass. It can create distortion in the glass due to thermal gradients. Printed frit obscurations are incompatible and cannot be used with many types of coatings. Standard frit blocks ion exchange and cannot be used with the chemical tempering process. In addition, while many types of frits are available for printing on soda-lime glass, there are very few, if any, for non-soda lime glass. As the market moves towards thinner and lighter glazing, non-soda lime glass types are finding increasing application in automotive glazing. These limitations are overcome by replacing the printed black obscuration with an obscuration formed from a thin sheet of plastic, which is integrated into the laminate. This results in a laminate having superior optical quality, higher strength and a lower probability of breakage as compared to a laminate with a black enamel frit obscuration.

Minimally invasive spinal fixation system

This application describes surgical instruments and implants for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. More specifically, the application describes instruments and methods for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column in a minimally invasive fashion.

INITIALIZING VIRTUAL OSCILLATOR CONTROL

A first micro-inverter and a second micro-inverter are arranged to source a load. The micro-inverters include a virtual oscillator control (VOC) to provide voltage commands to an hysteretic current regulator. The hysteretic current regulator provides instructions to the DC/AC inverter to output voltage to the load. When the second micro-inverter is powered on, an initialization process is executed to provide values to its VOC that reduces transients and improves the synchronization process with the first micro-inverter. 1. An arrangement of micro-inverters to source a load comprising:a first micro-inverter to provide AC power to the load; and a DC/AC inverter to generate the AC power;', 'an hysteretic current regulator configured to provide an instruction to the inverter to provide the AC power based on a current command;', 'a virtual oscillator control configured to generate a voltage command;', 'a voltage regulator configured to convert the voltage command to the current command; and', 'a delay block coupled between the virtual oscillator control and the voltage regulator, wherein the delay block receives an initial current command from the voltage regulator during a startup mode and, after a cycle, provides the current command to the virtual oscillator control in order to initialize a function of the virtual oscillator control., 'a second micro-inverter to provide AC power to the load, the second micro-inverter including'}2. The arrangement of claim 1 , further comprising a selector switch coupled to the virtual oscillator control to provide the delayed initial current command from the delay block.3. The arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the delay block is a register.4. The arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the voltage regulator is configured to receive a sensed voltage of the first micro-inverter during the startup mode.5. The arrangement of claim 4 , wherein the voltage regulator is configured to generate the initial current command based on the sensed voltage.6. ...

Anti-cd40l antibodies and methods for treating cd40l-related diseases or disorders

Anti-human CD40L antibodies engineered to lack the ability to activate platelets and methods for treating patients having a CD40L-associated disease.

Capacitor

A capacitor is disclosed. In an embodiment a capacitor includes at least two winding elements, a first busbar and a second busbar, wherein the first busbar and the second busbar connect the winding elements in parallel to each other, and wherein the first busbar and the second busbar are arranged such that they overlap each other. 127-. (canceled)28. A capacitor comprising:at least two winding elements;a first busbar; anda second busbar,wherein the first busbar and the second busbar connect the winding elements in parallel to each other, andwherein the first busbar and the second busbar are arranged such that they overlap each other.29. The capacitor according to claim 28 , wherein the first busbar and the second busbar are arranged such that at least 50% of an area of the first busbar is overlapped by the second busbar.30. The capacitor according to claim 28 , wherein the first busbar and the second busbar are arranged such that when a current flows through the first busbar it generates a first magnetic field and when a current flows through the second busbar it generates a second magnetic field claim 28 , and wherein the first magnetic field and the second magnetic field compensate each other.31. The capacitor according to claim 28 , wherein each winding element has a positive pole and a negative pole claim 28 , wherein the first busbar is connected either to the positive pole of each winding element or to the negative pole of each winding element claim 28 , and wherein the second busbar is connected to the respective other of the positive pole of each winding element or the negative pole of each winding element.32. The capacitor according to claim 28 , wherein the at least two winding elements are arranged in a stack.33. The capacitor according to claim 32 ,wherein, in a stacking direction, the first busbar is alternatingly connected to a top face of one winding element and to a bottom face of the next winding element, andwherein, in the stacking direction, the ...

ELEVATOR SYSTEM HAVING LINEAR DRIVE

According to an aspect, an elevator system includes an elevator car to travel in a hoistway and a linear propulsion system to impart force to the elevator car. The linear propulsion system includes a secondary portion mounted to the elevator car and a primary portion mounted in the hoistway. The primary portion includes a plurality of motor segments The elevator system also includes a load sensor operable to detect an elevator load on a brake. The elevator system further includes a control system operable to apply an electrical current to at least one of the motor segments that overlaps the secondary portion, determine a measurement of the elevator load, and vary an electrical angle estimate while the brake is engaged and thrust is applied. 1. An elevator system comprising:an elevator car to travel in a hoistway;a linear propulsion system to impart force to the elevator car, the linear propulsion system comprising:a secondary portion mounted to the elevator car; anda primary portion mounted in the hoistway, the primary portion comprising a plurality of motor segments;a load sensor operable to detect an elevator load on a brake; anda control system operable to apply an electrical current to at least one of the motor segments that overlaps the secondary portion, determine a measurement of the elevator load, and vary an electrical angle estimate while the brake is engaged and thrust is applied.2. The elevator system of claim 1 , wherein a peak thrust electrical angle for a control operation of the linear propulsion system is determined by the control system based on identification of a value of the electrical angle estimate corresponding to a minimum load measurement of the elevator load while the brake is engaged.3. The elevator system of claim 2 , wherein the peak thrust electrical angle is determined upon initialization of the control system prior to disengagement of the brake.4. The elevator system of claim 3 , wherein the peak thrust electrical angle is applied to ...

Heavy metal separations using strongly paramagnetic column packings in a nonhomogeneous magnetic field

The present invention is directed to a method for the separation of an actinide from another metal. The method comprises the following steps: (a) establishing a non-homogeneous magnetic field across a separation column containing a paramagnetic packing material and (b) providing a fluid containing the actinide and the another metal to the separation column wherein the fluid and the paramagnetic packing material are exposed to the non-homogeneous magnetic field. The non-homogeneous magnetic field is produced by a magnet having a first pole for magnetic interaction with a second pole of the magnet wherein the first pole has a different surface area than the second pole. The non-homogeneous magnetic field has a magnetic field gradient of about 500 lines/cm2/cm or more. In addition, the present invention is also directed to a method for the separation of one heavy metal from another heavy metal.

Minimally invasive spinal fixation system and related methods

This application describes surgical instruments and implants for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. More specifically, the application describes instruments and methods for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column in a minimally invasive fashion.

Rib fixation device and related methods

A rib fixation plate is provided that is can have one or more locking rib hooks that can translate and rotate independently from one another. The one or more locking rib hooks translate and rotate when in an unlocked conformation and are secured from translation and rotation when in a locked conformation. The plate includes a first end and a second end opposite of the first end, the second end having a housing assembly configured to receive a rod. The rod can be secured to a vertebra with a pedicle screw.

Catalizador de metaloceno soportado por medios de soporte hibridos, procesos para producir el mismo, procesos de polimerizacion para producir un homopolimero o copolimero de etileno con distribucion de masa molar amplia o bimodal, uso del catalizador de metaloceno soportado y polimero de etileno con distribucion de masa molar amplia o bimodal.

La presente invención se refiere a un catalizador de metaloceno que contiene un metal de transición del grupo 4 o 5 de la tabla periódica, el cual es soportado por medios de soporte catalítico híbrido con grupos orgánicos alifáticos. Un proceso para soportar metaloceno en estos medios de soporte catalítico híbrido con grupos orgánicos alifáticos también se describe. La principal ventaja del catalizador metaloceno soportado de la presente invención es que un polímero de etileno con distribución de masa molar amplia o bimodal se produce usando solamente un tipo del complejo de metaloceno en los medios de soporte. Como un resultado, la resma producida puede ser procesada de una manera mejorada, lo cual consecuentemente costos de procesamiento potencialmente disminuidos.

Paper-picture device and data-carrier output method

Process for obtaining nitrocellulose with incorporated binders, nitrocellulose with incorporated binders, and the use thereof

Continuous flow polymerization of vinyl acetate in emulsion

ACCESSORY OF WHEELCHAIRS FOR THE PRACTICE OF SPORTS OF FOOTBALL AND WHEELCHAIR PROVIDED WITH SUCH ACCESSORY

Accesorio para sillas de ruedas para la práctica del deporte del balompié que comprende una pareja de mecanismos independientes entre sí, simétricos respecto a un plano central longitudinal, que comprende cada uno de ellos una barra de accionamiento (3) y un mecanismo formado por un cuadrángulo articulado, formado por: una base de articulación que conforma una pieza fija solidaria al cuerpo de la silla, y que aloja un eje (5) de giro de la barra de accionamiento (3); un cuerpo de impulsión (9) y retención de un balón; articulado a la pieza fija en un eje (91); una palanca de accionamiento (17) solidaria a la parte inferior de la barra de accionamiento (3), y susceptible de giro con dicha barra; y una pieza auxiliar (18), articulada a la palanca de accionamiento (17) en un eje de articulación (93), y al mecanismo de impulsión y retención del balón en un eje (92). Wheelchair accessory for the practice of football sport comprising a pair of mechanisms independent of each other, symmetrical with respect to a longitudinal central plane, each comprising a drive bar (3) and a mechanism formed by a quadrangle articulated, consisting of: an articulation base that forms a fixed piece integral to the body of the chair, and that houses a shaft (5) of rotation of the drive bar (3); a drive body (9) and retention of a ball; articulated to the fixed part on an axis (91); a drive lever (17) integral with the lower part of the drive bar (3), and capable of rotation with said bar; and an auxiliary part (18), articulated to the actuation lever (17) in an articulation axis (93), and to the mechanism for driving and retaining the ball in an axis (92).

Disabler for mobile communications

The object of the call masking system for mobile telephones is to prevent the operation of mobile telephones which are present in a closed environment without interfering with the normal operation of other telephones which are outside the closed environment. To this effect, the system generates interference signals which will prevent the mobile telephones from receiving the signaling channels sent by the base stations (for example, GSM call signaling channel). The system monitors the power with which the carriers of the neighboring base stations are received inside the room and will adjust the interference power radiating in the signaling channels so that the carrier to interference signal ratio will make the operation of the mobile telephones impossible. The system can be applied to closed environments wherein mobile telephones should not ring when receiving a call.

Photocatalytic coating for the controlled release of volatile agents

This invention refers to a layered heterostructured coating with functional characteristics that enables the controlled release of volatile agents. The coating has photocatalytic properties, since it uses titanium dioxide, its derivatives or materials with similar photocatalytic properties (2), which upon solar irradiation open and/or degrade nano or microcapsules (3) and subsequently releases in a controlled form the volatile agents contained in them. This heterostructured material can be applied in different substrate materials (1), as for example glass, metal, ceramic, textile, polymer/plastic, stone, wood, etc, by both physical and chemical deposition methods.

Energy-efficient film

An energy-efficient film is provided. The film includes a first transparent substrate, a second transparent substrate, a liquid crystal layer provided between the first transparent substrate and the second transparent substrate, and a gasket provided on an outer edge of the liquid crystal layer. The gasket may also be provided on outer edges of the first transparent substrate and the second transparent substrate.

Process for treatment of nanoparticles of mineral filler for use in polymerization in the presence of nanoparticles.

Se describe un proceso para el tratamiento de nanopartículas de relleno mineral para obtener 5 nanopartículas procesadas para su uso en la polimerización en presencia de nanopartículas, que incluye las etapas de (a) secar un relleno mineral con un gas inerte para remover los venenos de catalizador; (b) mezclar el relleno mineral seco obtenido en la etapa (a) con un agente de hinchamiento en un estado líquido o cerca de un estado crítico o en estado supercrítico; (c) someter al agente de hinchamiento de la mezcla 10 obteniendo en la etapa (b) a un cambio de fase endoentálpica o isoentálpica alterando las condiciones de la temperatura y7o presión; (d) someter las nanopartículas de la mezcla obtenida en la etapa (c) al contacto del agente depurador para reaccionar con venenos catalíticos; entonces la mezcla obtenida en la etapa (d) se puede secar en una etapa (e) con un gas inerte para remover los subproductos 15 del agente depurador y venenos de catalizador para obtener las nanopartículas tratadas.

late addition catalyst formulation, reactor system and method for producing polycarbonate

resumo sistema de reator de polimerização de fusão para a produção de um produto de policarbonato, método para a produção de um produto de policarbonato e formulação de catalisador de adição tardia a presente invenção fornece um sistema de reator de polimerização de fusão e método de produção de policarbonato usando uma formulação de catalisador de adição tardia que tem um catalisador de transesterificação de fusão disperso em um sistema de transporte de líquido que inclui, de preferência, menos de 10% em peso de água. a formulação também inclui, de preferência, um sistema transportador de líquido o qual possui fenol e um co-solvente. o catalisador de transesterificação de fusão pode estar presente na formulação em uma faixa de 50 ppm a 60.000 ppm. 1/1 fusion polymerization reactor system for the production of a polycarbonate product, method for producing a polycarbonate product and late addition catalyst formulation The present invention provides a fusion polymerization reactor system and method for the production of polycarbonate using a late addition catalyst formulation having a melt transesterification catalyst dispersed in a liquid transport system preferably comprising less than 10 wt% water. The formulation also preferably includes a liquid carrier system which has phenol and a co-solvent. The fusion transesterification catalyst may be present in the formulation in a range of 50 ppm to 60,000 ppm. 1/1

Preparation of aluminum phosphate or polyphosphate particles

A process for the preparation of amorphous aluminum phosphate or polyphosphate-based pigment by reacting aluminum phosphate and sodium aluminate is provided. The amorphous aluminum phosphate or polyphosphate is characterized by a skeletal density of less than 2.50 grams per cubic centimeter and a phosphorus to aluminum mole ratio of greater than 1. In one embodiment, the composition is useful in paints as a substitute for titanium dioxide.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR QUICK MANUFACTURE OF FUNCTIONAL GLASS AND CERAMIC PARTS.

Procedimiento y aparato para la fabricación de piezas funcionales de vidrios y cerámicas mediante prototipado rápido basado en plaqueado láser, comprendiendo: mezclar partículas de dos o más fases componentes del material precursor en proporción controlada y conocida; mezclar dichas partículas con gas de arrastre formando flujo bifásico (polvo/gas); focalizar un haz láser principal y otro secundario, con longitud de onda tal que la energía absorbida por las partículas de cada fase es la misma, sobre la pieza procesada; transportar e inyectar el flujo de partículas en zona de interacción entre haz láser y sustrato; movimiento relativo de pieza procesada respecto de zona de interacción entre chorro del material precursor y haz láser principal y secundario focalizado; controlar temperatura en zona de interacción ajustando la potencia óptica del haz láser primario y secundario así como del caudal másico de cada fase; controlar temperatura de la zona de procesamiento. Method and apparatus for the manufacture of functional pieces of glass and ceramics by rapid prototyping based on laser plating, comprising: mixing particles of two or more component phases of the precursor material in controlled and known proportion; mixing said particles with entrainment gas forming two-phase flow (dust / gas); focus a main and a secondary laser beam, with wavelength such that the energy absorbed by the particles of each phase is the same, on the processed part; transport and inject the flow of particles in the interaction zone between laser beam and substrate; relative movement of the processed part with respect to the interaction zone between the jet of the precursor material and the main and secondary focused laser beam; control temperature in the interaction zone by adjusting the optical power of the primary and secondary laser beam as well as the mass flow rate of each phase; Control temperature of the processing area.

VERTICAL STRAND OF HOLLOW FIBER MEMBRANES AND METHOD FOR MAINTAINING CLEAN FIBER SURFACES

VERTICAL STRAND OF HOLLOW FIBER MEMBRANES AND METHOD FOR MAINTAINING CLEAN FIBER SURFACES

Indole and indazole compounds that activate AMPK

The present invention relates to indole and indazole compounds of Formula (I) that activate 5′ adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK). The invention also encompasses pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds and methods for treating or preventing diseases, conditions, or disorders ameliorated by activation of AMPK.

Liquid extractor assembly from a container

Guiding device for guiding and positioning bucket on predetermined site during building construction, has surfaces contacting with part of bucket and guiding foot of bucket towards predetermined site

Dispositif de guidage (100, 200,300) pour faciliter le positionnement d'une benne (500) à un emplacement prédéterminé, ladite benne (500) comportant au moins deux pieds (502, 504), caractérisé en ce que ledit dispositif (100, 200,300) comprend au moins une paroi (102,104,106,202,204,206,302,304) comportant au moins une surface (112,114,116,212,214,215) présentant une inclinaison dirigée vers ledit emplacement prédéterminé, ladite surface (112,114,116,212,214,216) étant prévue pour entrer en contact avec au moins une partie de ladite benne (500) et guidant ladite benne (500) vers ledit emplacement prédéterminé.

Method for intermittent application of particulate material

The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for intermittently applying particulate material to a substrate. A continuous supply of particulate material is provided from a supply source to a valve having a powder application phase and a recycle phase. The valve is disposed to the powder application phase to allow particulate material to pass therethrough and to fall freely onto at least a portion of the substrate. The valve is disposed in the recycle phase to prevent dispensing of the particulate material onto the substrate and to retain the particulate material within the valve to be conveyed back to the supply source.

Subsea pipeline system with electrically heated flexible pipeline

This invention refers to an electric heating system for subsea flexible pipelines (13) including the circulation of an electric current which runs through the metallic armorings (31) of the flexible pipeline (13), generating energy and dissipating a certain amount of heat to the pipeline (13) and to the fluid contained inside same, maintaining the temperature differential between the environment and the production line, so as not to interrupt the fluid flow.

Indole and indazole compounds that activate ampk

The present invention relates to indole and indazole compounds of Formula (I) that activate 5' adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK). The invention also encompasses pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds and methods for treating or preventing diseases, conditions, or disorders ameliorated by activation of AMPK.

Indole compounds that activate ampk

The present invention relates to indole and indazole compounds of Formula (I) that activate 5' adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase (AMPK). The invention also encompasses pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds and methods for treating or preventing diseases, conditions, or disorders ameliorated by activation of AMPK.

Bi-cortical screw fixation

Surgical systems and methods are disclosed for safe bi-cortical bone screw placement within a bone segment. Included is a method of measurement to control advancement of instruments and implants to repeatedly obtain bi-cortical screw fixation while minimizing protrusion of the lead end of the screw beyond the distal cortical wall therein reducing incidence of injury to adjacent soft tissues.

Spinal fixation system

This application describes surgical instruments and implants, including a rod reduction instrument, for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. Extension guides are provided that attach to bone anchors implanted within the spine. The extension guides have a guide channel that align with a rod channel in the anchor to help direct the rod to the anchor. The rod reducer may be passed through the interior of the guide assemblies with a distal end arranged in a first position allowing the distal end to pass through the guide. Once through the guide the distal end may be expanded to provide dual contact on the rod at each end of the bone anchor rod channel.

Spinal fixation system

This application describes surgical instruments and implants, including a rod reduction instrument, for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. Extension guides are provided that attach to bone anchors implanted within the spine. The extension guides have a guide channel that align with a rod channel in the anchor to help direct the rod to the anchor. The rod reducer may be passed through the interior of the guide assemblies with a distal end arranged in a first position allowing the distal end to pass through the guide. Once through the guide the distal end may be expanded to provide dual contact on the rod at each end of the bone anchor rod channel.

Carbon dioxide systems for hydraulic fracturing of hydrocarbon reservoirs

ABSTRACT "Carbon Dioxide Systems for Hydraulic Fracturing of Hydrocarbon Reservoirs" A method of fracturing a subterranean formation with a fracturing fluid comprising as a first phase, from 75% to 99.5% by weight of liquid carbon dioxide and, as a second phase, an organic liquid which is not miscible with liquid CO2 and a selected surfactant. The two-phase mixture or combination is prepared on the surface and injected, with or without added proppant, into the subterranean formation. The fluid demonstrates substantially improved viscosity over other known carbon dioxide-based fracture systems.

Vaccination adjuvant, and preparation and vaccines containing same

The invention relates to the composition, preparation and use of a formulation as an adjuvant for human or animal use, said formulation comprising at least one bile acid or the salts thereof and saponin, in order to enhance the immune response against an antigen, which may or may not be well defined, including but not limited to bacterins, antigens and antigenic preparations that are viral, bacterial or parasitic, and antigens associated with diseases such as different types of cancer. The antigens used can be isolated from pathogens, as well as products resulting from enzymatic or chemical modification, synthetic or recombinant antigens, or mixtures of same.

VACCINATION ASSISTANT, PREPARATION AND VACCINES CONTAINING IT

La presente invención incluye la composición, preparación y empleo como adyuvante para uso animal o humano, de una formulación que comprende por lo menos un ácido biliar o sus sales y saponina, para potenciar la respuesta inmune contra un antígeno, que puede estar bien definido o no, incluyendo pero sin limitarse a bacterinas, antígenos y preparados antigénicos virales, bacterianos, parasitarios, y antígenos asociados con enfermedades tales como distintos tipos de cáncer. Los antígenos empleados pueden ser aislados de patógenos, así como productos de su modificación química o enzimática, antígenos recombinantes o sintéticos, o mezclas de los anteriores.

Methods and interfaces for home media control

The present disclosure generally relates to interfaces and techniques for media playback on one or more devices. In accordance with some embodiments, an electronic device includes a display, one or more processors, and memory. The electronic device receives user input and, in response to receiving the user input, displays, on the display, a multi-device interface that includes: one or more indicators associated with a plurality of available playback devices that are connected to the device and available to initiate playback of media from the device, and a media playback status of the plurality of available playback devices.

Methods and interfaces for configuring an electronic device to initiate playback of media

The present disclosure generally relates to interfaces and techniques for media playback on one or more devices. In accordance with some embodiments, an electronic device includes a display, one or more processors, and memory. The electronic device receives user input and, in response to receiving the user input, displays, on the display, a multi-device interface that includes: one or more indicators associated with a plurality of available playback devices that are connected to the device and available to initiate playback of media from the device, and a media playback status of the plurality of available playback devices.

Method for intermittent application of particulate material

Combination charbroiler and fryer with spinning food basket

A combination fryer and charbroiler food cooking apparatus is provided. The food basket is slideably mounted to a centering rod mounted to a cooking oil container. The basket is moveable from a lower frying position to an upper spinning and/or charbroiling position. In the upper position, the basket is spun about its central axis to spin out unwanted excess fat, oil and grease. The food basket accommodates an insert food support for receiving a charbroil cover which includes charbroiling cooking elements. Upon installation of a charbroil cover, the charbroiling elements are positioned between upstanding food items residing in the insert food support. As a result, effective frying, charbroiling and removal of fat can be achieved.

A process for the production of olefins and use thereof

The present invention relates to the process of production of olefins by means of the dehydration of light alcohols using ionic liquids as an acidic medium. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the use of such olefins, for example, for the production of polymers and ethylene glycol.

Use of aluminum phosphate particles in paper coating applications

Provided herein are coating compositions for paper comprising aluminum phosphate, aluminum metaphosphate, aluminum orthophosphate and/or aluminum polyphosphate pigments. Methods of making and using the compositions are de-scribed.

WIRELESS TELEPHONE SET WITH INTEGRATED ANTENNA AND SLIDING KEYBOARD

MOBILE TELEPHONE COMPRISING AN IMPROVED CHARGING CIRCUIT OF A BATTERY

MOBILE TELEPHONE WITH POWER CONTROLLED ASSOCIATED METHOD

MULTIMODAL APPARATUS HAVING A SIGNAL RECEIVING TRANSMISSION DEVICE MINIMIZING THE MEANS NECESSARY TO MANAGE THE DIFFERENT MODES

MOBILE APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MANAGING A SLEEP MODE IN SUCH A MOBILE APPARATUS

Multifunction portable terminal e.g. telephone terminal, for e.g. videophone operation, has articulation unit, wall and stub to stably maintain case parts based on preset angles using position relative to unit with respect to parts

The terminal has two case parts (1, 10) connected together by an articulation unit (4) having two parallel separated pivoting axes (8, 14). The axes permit pivoting between the unit (4) and case parts. The unit (4), a lateral wall (6), and a stub (7) maintain the part (1) in a stable manner with respect to the part (10) according to a predetermined angle equal to 110 degrees and an angle equal to 180 degrees by using a position relative to the unit (4) with respect to the parts (1, 10).

DATA EXCHANGE PROCESS

Mobile/wire less telephone handset construction having cover with display and integrated antenna keyboard position protection sliding.

The wire less telephone handset has a unit (1) with an integrated antenna (11) forming part of a cover (12). The cover has a screen display (13) and slides over the top of the keyboard (2) to protect it when not in use.

Mobile telephone receiver image frequency rejection having antenna signal diplexer two channels passed and down converted with signal directly passed second base band conversion.

The image frequency rejecter has a suerheterodyne receiver (4), with an input antenna (2) and diplexer (8). There are two frequency channels (6,7) with frequency image removal with a selection unit (26). The selected channel passes to a frequency converter (20). The output of the converter (23) is passed directly to an input (29) of a second converter (30) producing the base band conversion, removing the necessity for a filter (28).

MOBILE TELEPHONE WITH TOUCH SCREEN AND KEYBOARD

Un téléphone mobile (1) comporte un volet (14) et un écran tactile (2). Le volet est muni de passages (16) pour transmettre, lorsque le volet est fermé, des efforts sur des zones identifiées (11, 12) de l'écran tactile. Au besoin les passages sont munis d'obturateurs souples. En agissant ainsi on supprime la nécessité de réaliser des nappes de connexion arrangées dans une charnière du clavier pour le relier au reste du téléphone mobile.

METHOD FOR RECHARGING A MOBILE ROBOT, SUCH AS A MOTORIZED SUPPORT SUPPORTING A TOUCH TABLET, AND ASSOCIATED DEVICE

Mobile telephone power management circuit includes fast and slow clock circuits, enabling reduction of power consumption in standby mode

The circuit offers a standby mode, in which the telephone still maintains synchronization with the mobile network. The mobile telephone (1) has an aerial (2) communicating with the network (3). In order to reduce the consumption of current by the mobile telephone circuit in its standby mode, first (11) and second (12) circuits are used providing rapid and slow clock pulses respectively. The slow clock signal is regularly sampled by the rapid clock signal before cutting the supply of the first circuit (11) when the telephone is to be changed into its standby mode. The telephone receives information from the network indicating a difference between a known date and a previous date. Processing with the slow and rapid clock signals, and this date information, enables the telephone to remain in synchronism with the network.

DEVICE FOR PRODUCING A PHASE AND AMPLITUDE MODULATED RADIOELECTRIC SIGNAL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH A SIGNAL

Dispositif (102) de production de signaux modulés en phase et en amplitude travaillant à partir de deux signaux (129, 130) d'entrée I et Q, chacun modulant en phase et en amplitude. Le dispositif comporte entre le circuit (103) modulateur et le circuit (109) d'asservissement de phase un circuit (106) saturateur. L'asservissement de phase produit donc un signal modulé d'amplitude constante qui est amplifié par un amplificateur (112) de puissance. On module l'amplification par un signal produit à partir de signaux prélevés entre le modulateur (116) et le saturateur, et après l'amplificateur (113). Ces signaux prélevés servent à un circuit (120) comparateur pour produire la commande de modulation en amplitude. Ces signaux sont détectés par des détecteurs (117, 127) usuels et de fonction de transfert semblables.

Mobile telephone improved transmitter having transmission channel/modulator and amplifier chain first amplifier field/second amplifier field continuous amplifier range covering.

The mobile telephone (1) has a transmission channel (6) and a modulator (13) and a signal transmitted to an amplifier chain (19). the chain has a first amplifier (20) following a first field and in cascade with a second amplifier (21) covering a second field. The two amplifiers cover a continuous amplifier field.

DATA PROCESSING METHOD FOR IMPROVING MOVEMENT RECOGNITION, SYSTEM AND SENSOR THEREFOR

L'invention concerne un système et un procédé de traitement de données pour améliorer la reconnaissance de mouvements mise en œuvre par un applicatif associé à au moins un capteur de données (1 ; 1'). Des données brutes sont collectées (E4) par ledit au moins un capteur et stockées (E10) dans une base de données distante (7). Une analyse, de préférence, statistique (E12) de tout ou partie des données brutes stockées dans la base de données (7) est effectuée par un serveur (5) relié à la base de données (7). L'applicatif est paramétré et/ou mis à jour (E14) en fonction des résultats de ladite analyse (E12). Le système comprend un ou plusieurs capteurs de données (1 ; 1'), le serveur (5) et la base de données distante (7) et un terminal mobile (3).