TRANSMISSION DEVICE WITH POWER SPLITTING

A transmission with power branching, and the transmission, in a first drive range, transmits torque from the ring gear to a fixed wheel. In one branch, power is transmitted from a first to a second hydraulic unit which respectively operate as a pump and a motor. At one of the hydrostatic shafts, the mechanical and hydrostatic power are summed and transmitted to the drive output. In a second drive range, power coming from the planetary carrier is partially branched off to the ring gear and transmitted, via the gear wheels of the hydrostatic shaft, to the second hydraulic unit. From the second hydraulic unit, hydraulic power passes to the first hydraulic unit. In the process, the first hydraulic unit operates as a motor and the second hydraulic unit as a pump. From the second sun gear, power is transmitted to the double planetary gear and summed. 114-. (canceled)1511. A transmission device () with power branching , the transmission device () comprising:{'b': 3', '5, 'a first power branch () and a second power branch (),'}{'b': 9', '3', '5, 'with a transmission arrangement () in a form of a planetary gear system for summing parts of applied torque that are transmittable by way of the first and the second power branches (, ),'}{'b': 4', '10', '11', '10', '29', '11', '28', '1', '3', '1', '3', '1', '3', '14', '15', '16, 'a hydrostatic device () having a first hydraulic unit () and a second hydraulic unit (), the first hydraulic unit () being connected to a second hydrostatic shaft () and the second hydraulic unit () being connected to a first hydrostatic shaft () such that, in each case, first, second and third driving ranges, for forward and reverse driving, are provided which can be shifted, respectively, between by at least one shifting element (K to K) that has to be disengaged and at least one shifting element (K to K) that has to be engaged, and each of the shifting elements (K to K) being arranged on a separate countershaft (, ),'}{'b': 21', '22', '23', '25', '24', ...

Transmission device having power splitting

A transmission device having power splitting. In the first driving range, the mechanical power branch transmits torque from the ring gear to the additional fixed gear by the fixed gear. In this case, power branches from the ring gear. The hydrostatic power branch branches from the second sun gear. The hydrostatic branch transmits power from the first to the second hydraulic unit. The first and second hydraulic units act respectively as a pump and a motor. On one of the hydrostatic shafts, the mechanical and hydrostatic powers are added and transmitted to the output. In the second driving range, power from the planet carrier partially branches to the ring gear and passes to the hydrostatic shaft for the second hydraulic unit. An auxiliary shaft can be coupled by a gear to a fixed gear operatively connected to a shaft of the power splitting device.

Nanostring mats, multi-junction devices, and methods for making same

Semiconductor nanostrings, mats containing semiconductor nanostrings, and devices and modules, such as, solar energy generating modules, including semiconductor nanostrings or mats containing semiconductor nanostrings are described herein. Methods for making multi-layer nanostrings and mats and other devices including multi-layer nanostrings are also described.

Truck Bed Hitch Attachment

An above-bed structure having two or more feet is attached into a bed of a truck using inserts which can be removed or retracted to provide a flat, unobstructed truck bed. Each insert includes an above-bed cleat portion and a below-bed peg portion which is received in a below-bed socket. Each insert is received first vertically without substantial rotation into its socket and then by rotation to a terminal point wherein the insert is vertically held by the socket. The above bed structure is then placed onto the inserts such that the feet mate with the inserts to prevent the inserts from rotating away from their terminal point, thus preventing the inserts from being removed from their sockets. The attachment can be completed by inserting mounting pins into aligned holes on the cleat portions and the feet. In one embodiment, the feet are supported on a bed place section of the insert which is offset from the rotational axis of the insert.

SANITARY COLD WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A system and method for purifying and recycling cold wastewater is provided. Contaminated wastewater is supplied at a temperature no greater than 45° F. through an ultrafilter. The wastewater is fed through a reverse osmosis filter unit. Clean water is reused whereas reject is sent to disposal. Cold temperatures are preferably maintained throughout the treatment process. 1. A system for purifying and recycling cold wastewater , the system comprising:an ultrafiltration vessel receiving a cold wastewater maintained at a temperature no greater than 45° F. comprising an ultrafiltration inlet, an ultrafiltration outlet and an ultrafilter fluidly connected between the ultrafiltration inlet and the ultrafiltration outlet and wherein the ultrafiltration inlet is in fluid communication with an initial supply of the cold wastewater;a first reverse osmosis filter comprising a first reverse osmosis filter inlet and a first reverse osmosis filter outlet and wherein the first reverse osmosis filter inlet is in fluid communication with the ultrafiltration outlet; anda second reverse osmosis filter comprising a second reverse osmosis filter inlet and a second reverse osmosis filter outlet and wherein the second reverse osmosis filter outlet is in fluid communication with a return line.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the system further comprises a granular activated carbon filter vessel comprising a granular activated carbon inlet claim 1 , a granular activated carbon filter claim 1 , and a granular activated carbon filter fluidly connected between the granular activated carbon filter inlet and the granular activated carbon outlet and wherein the granular activated carbon inlet is in fluid communication with the ultrafiltration outlet and the granular activated carbon inlet is in fluid communication with the first reverse osmosis filter inlet.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the cold wastewater is maintained at a temperature no greater than 38° F.4. The system of claim 1 , ...

Validating and using map data for positioning

A method being for facilitating positioning determination of a UE includes: obtaining motion information indicative of motion of the UE; obtaining positioning information based on positioning signals received by the UE; determining a validity status of map data based on whether the positioning information, the motion of the UE, and the map data, that include locations of physical environmental features, are consistent, wherein the validity status is determined to be valid in response to the positioning information, the motion of the UE, and the map data being consistent; and determining at least one of a position estimate for the UE, or a direction of motion of the UE, based on the map data and based on the validity status being valid.

Axial motion drive devices, systems, and methods for a robotic medical system

Certain aspects relate to systems and techniques for driving axial motion of a shaft of a medical instrument using a drive device. A robotic medical system can include a drive device comprising a pair of rollers configured to engage a shaft of a medical instrument and a processor configured to operate the rollers to drive insertion of the shaft at a first rate during a first insertion period when a distal tip of the shaft is positioned within an access sheath inserted into the patient, and operate the rollers to transition to driving insertion of the shaft at a second rate that is slower than the first rate during a second insertion period when the distal tip of the shaft is positioned beyond a distal tip of the access sheath.

Method for carrying out cold-starting

A method for performing a cold start in a vehicle having a power-spat transmission with a hydrostatic element comprising hydrostatic units. Several cold-start steps are performed sequentially for a cold start, the length of at least one of the cold-start steps is adapted depending on a temperature representing the start temperature of the power-split transmission. A state of the power-split transmission deviating from the temperature of the power-split transmission is monitored, during the execution of at least one of the cold-start steps, and, depending on this state, a transition from the respective cold-start steps to the subsequent cold-start step is performed, thus adapting the length of time of the respective cold-start steps.

Mobility assistance devices with automated assessment and adjustment control

A method of controlling a mobility device and related device including at least one actuator component that drives at least one joint component is described. The control method may include executing a control application with an electronic controller to perform: receiving a command in the control system of the mobility device for initiating an automated assessment and adjustment protocol; controlling one or more mobility device components to perform the automated assessment; electronically gathering user performance data associated with the automated assessment and determining user performance metrics; and electronically controlling one or more of the mobility device components in accordance with the performance metrics. The automated assessment includes controlling mobility device components to perform a predetermined assessment activity related to performance of the mobility device and/or user. Automatic adjustments to the device components, including adjusting tension and resistance levels of the joint components, may then be made based the performance metrics.

Ketogenic diet compatible fenfluramine formulation

A method of treating symptoms of a subtype of epilepsy, e.g., Dravet syndrome, in a patient diagnosed with a subtype of epilepsy, by administering to the patient an effective dose of a fenfluramine formulation in combination with a ketogenic diet over a period of time sufficient to reduce or completely eliminate seizures in the patient. Also provided are compositions and kits finding use in practicing embodiments of the methods.

VEHICLE HAVING AN ARTICULATED JOINT

A vehicle comprising an articulated joint and a sensor arranged on the articulated joint and configured to detect a lateral area of the vehicle. The sensor is configured to be swiveled in order to change a sensed area. 1. A vehicle comprising:an articulated joint; anda sensor arranged on the articulated joint and configured to detect a lateral area of the vehicle,wherein the sensor is configured to be swiveled in order to change a sensed area.2. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is configured to be swiveled based on an angle of articulation of the articulated joint.3. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is configured to be swiveled based on a speed of travel of the vehicle.4. The vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the sensor is arranged on a front outer area of the vehicle and a second sensor is arranged on a second front outer area of the vehicle claim 3 , and at a driving speed greater than zero claim 3 , the sensors are configured to be swiveled in such a manner that an overlapping area arises in which sensed areas of the sensor and of the second sensor overlap claim 3 , as a result of which a three-dimensional image can be detected.5. The vehicle according to claim 3 , wherein the sensor is arranged on a front outer area of the vehicle and a second sensor is arranged on a second front outer area of the vehicle claim 3 , wherein when the vehicle is stationary claim 3 , the sensors are configured to be swiveled in such a manner that there is no overlapping of the sensed areas of the sensor and of the second sensor claim 3 , as a result of which a two-dimensional image can be detected.6. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is arranged on a first side of the vehicle and wherein a second sensor is arranged on a second side of the vehicle.7. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor is arranged on a rear end of a driver's cab of the vehicle.8. The vehicle according to claim 1 , wherein the sensor ...

Safety monitoring and control system and methods for a legged mobility exoskeleton device

A method of controlling a mobility device and related device including at least one drive component that drives at least one joint component is described. The control method may include executing a control application with an electronic controller to perform: receiving sensor information from sensors corresponding to a state and/or mode of the mobility device; analyzing the sensor information and determining a control mode of operation based on the sensor information; generating a control signal to output an alert via electronic indicators corresponding to the determined control mode; and controlling at least one drive component of the mobility device to selectively configure and modulate at least one joint component in accordance with the determined control mode of operation. Different alerts may be outputted by the electronic indicators depending on the nature or severity of the alert condition, accompanied by respective device control operations in accordance with the alert condition.

Apparatus and Method for Controlling an Attachment Coupler for a Work Vehicle

A work vehicle comprising a frame supported by a ground engaging device. A boom assembly is coupled to the frame. An attachment coupler is coupled to the boom assembly. An electronic data processor is communicatively coupled to a boom actuator, an attachment coupler actuator, a boom sensor, an attachment coupler sensor, and an operator input device. A computer readable storage medium comprising machine readable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to receive an operator input and for a tilt forward command, command the boom actuator to move the boom assembly to a frame contact position and then command the attachment coupler actuator to move the attachment coupler towards a lower position. For a tilt rearward command, command the attachment coupler actuator to move the attachment coupler towards an upper position and then command the boom actuator to move the boom assembly towards a raised position. 1. A work vehicle comprising:a frame;at least one ground engaging device coupled to the frame and configured to support the frame above a surface;a boom assembly coupled to the frame, the boom assembly configured to move from a frame contact position to a raised position;at least one boom actuator coupled to the boom assembly and configured to move the boom assembly;an attachment coupler coupled to the boom assembly, the attachment coupler configured to move from a lower position to an upper position;at least one attachment coupler actuator coupled to the attachment coupler and configured to move the attachment coupler;a boom sensor configured to generate a boom signal indicative of a position of the boom assembly;an attachment coupler sensor configured to generate an attachment signal indicative of a position of the attachment coupler;an operator input device configured for receiving an operator input in at least one mode;an electronic data processor communicatively coupled to the boom actuator, the attachment coupler actuator, the boom ...

BREATHER SYSTEM FOR AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE

A breather system of an internal combustion engine suitable for use on a motorcycle. A gearbox has a housing () forming a gearbox cavity () in which a gear selector drum () is provided. The selector drum () has an elongate hollow structure and has an outlet opening () at or adjacent a first end. The selector drum () is provided with at least one inlet () hole provided in a sidewall thereof, within the gearbox cavity (), such that a breather flow path extends from the inlet () to the outlet opening (). 1. A breather system for an internal combustion engine , the breather system comprising:a gearbox having a housing forming a gearbox cavity, said gearbox cavity having a selector drum therein; whereinsaid selector drum has an elongate hollow structure having an outlet opening at or adjacent a first end; andsaid selector drum is provided with at least one inlet hole provided in a sidewall thereof, within the gearbox cavity, such that a breather flow path extends from said at least one inlet to said outlet opening.2. The breather system according to wherein the selector drum is provided with a plurality of inlet holes therein.3. The breather system according to wherein said selector drum has one or more surface features thereon configured to transmit movement of said selector drum in a rotational or axial direction to at least one gear.4. The breather system according to further comprising a plurality of shifter plates slideably mounted on at least one guide rod and wherein said surface features of said selector drum are configured to move said at least one shifter plates on said guide rod.5. The breather system according to wherein said surface features comprise a plurality of cam tracks which extend radially from said selector drum6. The breather system according to wherein each of said cam tracks is configured to engage with a different shifter plate within said gearbox.7. The breather system of wherein said at least one inlet hole is provided between said cam tracks. ...

METHOD FOR ASCERTAINING THE TARGET ROTATIONAL SPEED OF A DRIVE MACHINE OF A WORK MACHINE COMPRISING A CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION AND A WORKING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

A process for determining a setpoint rotational speed of a work machine engine, having a continuously variable transmission, based on operation of power hydraulics. The setpoint rotational speed for highly productive operation is determined, without knowledge current operation of the power hydraulics, by a basic engine speed setting. With knowledge of the current operating state, the setpoint rotational speed is determined by the basic speed settings and low or high engine speed settings. The low speed setting alone determines setpoint rotational speeds that are lower than the basic speed setting or a combination of the low and basic speed settings. The high speed setting alone determines setpoint rotational speeds that are higher than the basic speed setting or a combination of the basic and high speed settings. The speed settings can comprise a setpoint rotational speed range of above a reciprocal transmission range of the variable transmission. 113-. (canceled)146174441. A process for determining a setpoint rotational speed (n_soll) of a prime mover () of a work machine () , having a continuously variable transmission () and power hydraulics () , as a function of an operating state of the power hydraulics () , the setpoint rotational speed (n_soll) being determined without knowledge of a current operating state of the power hydraulics () by basic engine speed settings , which is used to determine the setpoint rotational speeds (n_soll) , at which the work machine () operates with high productivity , the method comprising:{'b': '4', 'determining the setpoint rotational speed (n_soll), if the operating state of the power hydraulics () is known, taking into account the basic engine speed settings and at least additionally as a function of a low engine speed setting and a high engine speed setting;'}determining, with the low engine speed setting alone, lower setpoint speeds (n_soll) than the basic engine speed setting or a combination of the low engine speed setting ...

Dynamically Controlled Aspect Ratios for Communication Session Video Streams

The disclosed techniques improve user engagement and promote efficient use of computing resources by providing dynamically controlled aspect ratios for communication session renderings based on a physical orientation of a device. In some configurations, a system can select a first aspect ratio for individual video streams of a communication session when a device is in a first orientation, e.g., a portrait orientation. In addition, the system can select a second aspect ratio for the individual video streams when the device is in a second orientation, e.g., a landscape orientation. In some configurations, the first aspect ratio can be greater than the second aspect ratio, or the aspect ratios can be selected based on a target aspect ratio, which can be adjusted over time. By dynamically selecting an aspect ratio for individual stream renderings, screen space of a device can be optimized while the device is held in various physical orientations.

Method Of Calibrating Impedance Measurements Of A Battery

A method of calibration is described that simplifies the measurement of battery impedance conducted in-situ while determining battery state-of-health. A single shunt measurement with a known Sum of Sines (SOS) current, at the desired frequency spread and known root mean squared (RMS) current is used to create a calibration archive. A calibration selected from this archive is used to calibrate an impedance measurement made on the battery.

Device, system, and method for measuring internal impedance of a test battery using frequency response

Battery impedance testing devices, circuits, systems, and related methods are disclosed. An impedance measurement device includes a current driver configured to generate an excitation current signal to be applied to a test battery responsive to a control signal, and a processor operably coupled with the current driver. The processor is configured to generate the control signal during an auto-ranging mode and a measuring mode. The auto-ranging mode applies the excitation current signal to the test battery over a plurality of different amplitudes to measure a response to the excitation current signal at each amplitude. The measuring mode applies the excitation current signal to the test battery for an amplitude responsive to the results of the auto-ranging mode. Improved sensitivity and resolution may be achieved for low impedance batteries with a rapid measurement time.

Systems and methods for forming a large-scale motheye film coating on a substrate

Nanoimprinted films, devices including nanoimprinted films, methods for making such films, and devices and apparatuses for making such films are described herein. The nanoimprinted films can be used to provide an antireflective coating for windows, windshields, visors, lenses, and other devices.

System and method for securing web services

A method and system for securing web services on one or more server computers by one or more client computers, the computers connected to one or more networks through one or more network interfaces, each computer having one or more memories and one or more central processing units (CPUs), the system comprising one or more logical expressions that define constraints on one or more service releases; a gateway process receiving service request messages from one or more of the clients for i) identifying the service request message, ii) processing the service request message in accordance with one or more of the logical expressions associated with the requested service and iii) providing access to the requested service if the constraints are satisfied. The system includes an agent process associated with one or more the clients, for receiving service request messages from an associated client, the message destined for a requested service and applying to the received request message one or more of a subset of the logical expressions associated with the requested service for forwarding to the gateway process.

Ketogenic diet compatible fenfluramine formulation

A method of treating symptoms of a subtype of epilepsy, e.g., Dravet syndrome, in a patient diagnosed with a subtype of epilepsy, by administering to the patient an effective dose of a fenfluramine formulation in combination with a ketogenic diet over a period of time sufficient to reduce or completely eliminate seizures in the patient. Also provided are compositions and kits finding use in practicing embodiments of the methods.

Live meeting information in a calendar view

A calendar view is rendered on a user interface (UI). A scheduled meeting is rendered in a time slot of the calendar view, initially without an interactive control to join the scheduled meeting. In response to determining that a start time for the scheduled meeting is within a threshold time, the rendered scheduled meeting is updated to include an interactive control to join the scheduled meeting. The interactive control has a selectable region that is configured to indicate that the scheduled meeting is to be joined. In response to input data indicative of a selection of the interactive control, a collaboration application joins the scheduled meeting.

CONTROL UNIT ADAPTED TO ACCOMMODATE DRONE

A control unit for a drone, said control unit comprising a protective case, a controller capable of remote operation of the drone and a space configured to receive the drone within said protective case for storage, wherein the drone is contained in its entirety within said protective case. 12. A control unit for a drone , said control unit comprising:{'b': '56', '(a) a protective case ;'}{'b': '6', '(b) a controller capable of remote operation of the drone; and'}{'b': 10', '56, '(c) a space configured to receive the drone within said protective case for storage,'}wherein the drone is contained in its entirety within said protective case.228610856. The control unit of claim 1 , further comprising a pair of joysticks functionally connected to said controller claim 1 , wherein said space is located between said pair of joysticks within said protective case .356326463256466. The control unit of claim 1 , wherein said protective case is substantially rectangular and further comprises a rear cover and said control unit further comprises at least one control button disposed on said rear cover of said protective case and said at least one control button is functionally connected to said controller .42545250545250. The control unit of claim 1 , further comprising a length claim 1 , a width and a height claim 1 , wherein said length measures up to about 108 mm claim 1 , said width measures up to about 86 mm and said height measures up to about 24 mm.522. The control unit of claim 1 , wherein said control unit includes a volume of no more than about 223 cubic cm.62818. The control unit of claim 1 , further comprising at least one joystick having a detachable handle .72221882256. The control unit of claim 1 , further comprising at least one post configured for storing at least one handle of a joystick claim 1 , wherein said post is disposed within said protective case .8256. The control unit of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of said protective case is transparent.92305630 ...

Error mitigation in doppler based satellite positioning system measurements

Disclosed embodiments facilitate accuracy and decrease error in terrestrial positioning systems, including errors induced by multipath (e.g. ground reflections) in doppler based measurements of SVs. In some embodiments, one or more Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) doppler measurements and one or more corresponding GNSS pseudorange measurements for one or more satellites may be obtained. One or more GNSS doppler estimates corresponding to the one or more GNSS doppler measurements may be determined, wherein for a GNSS doppler measurement, the corresponding GNSS doppler estimate may be determined based, in part, on the GNSS doppler measurement and a GNSS pseudorange measurement corresponding to the GNSS doppler measurement. A speed of the UE may be determined based, in part, on the one or more GNSS doppler estimates.

ROTATABLE STAGE

A rotatable stage for an analytical apparatus. The rotatable stage has a stator, a heat exchanger in thermal connection with the stator, a rotor and a bearing located between the stator and the rotor. The bearing provides a thermal connection between the stator and rotor. 1. A rotatable stage for an analytical apparatus , the rotatable stage comprising:a stator;a heat exchanger in thermal connection with the stator;a rotor; anda bearing located between the stator and the rotor, the bearing providing a thermal connection between the stator and rotor.2. A rotatable stage according to claim 1 , wherein the bearing comprises a material having a thermal conductivity of greater than about 170 WmK.3. A rotatable stage according to any preceding claim claim 1 , wherein the bearing is configured to provide multiple points of contact between the bearing and the stator and multiple points of contact between the bearing and the rotor.4. A rotatable stage according to claim 3 , wherein the bearing is configured to provide at least 12 points of contact between the bearing and the stator and at least 12 points between the bearing and the rotor.5. A rotatable stage according to any one of the preceding claims claim 3 , wherein the bearing comprises one continuous component.6. A rotatable stage according to any one of the preceding claims claim 3 , wherein the bearing comprises a coiled spring.7. A rotatable stage according to claim 6 , wherein the coiled spring comprises a canted coiled spring.8. A rotatable stage according to any one of the preceding claims claim 6 , wherein the material of the bearing comprises at least one of copper claim 6 , phosphor claim 6 , bronze claim 6 , and CuBe.9. A rotatable stage according to any preceding claim claim 6 , wherein the heat exchanger comprises a gas tube configured to receive cooled gas.10. A rotatable stage according to any of to claim 6 , wherein the heat exchanger comprises a thermally conductive braid.11. A rotatable stage according ...

Passivated supports: catalyst, process, product and film

Ethylene copolymers made in the gas phase using a phosphinimine based single site catalyst supported on a passivated inorganic oxide support. The ethylene copolymers have a relatively narrow molecular weight distribution and good rheological parameters.

Phosphinimine amido-ether complexes

A new family of organometallic complexes that contain i) a metal atom selected from Hf and Zr; ii) a phosphinimine ligand; iii) an amido-ether ligand and at least one other ancillary ligand. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. The catalysts are 5 particularly effective for the copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene; 1-hexene or 1-octene) and enable the production of high molecular weight copolymers (Mw greater than 25,000); with good comonomer incorporation at high productivity.

Cyclopentadienyl/adamantyl phosphinimine zirconium and hafnium complexes

Provided in this disclosure are zirconium and hafnium complexes that contain 1) a cyclopentadienyl ligand; 2) an adamantyl-phosphinimine ligand; and 3) at least one other ligand. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. The catalysts are effective for the copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene, 1-hexene, or 1-octene).

Phosphinimine amido-ether complexes

Provided in this disclosure are organometallic complexes that contain i) a metal atom selected from Hf and Zr; 2) a phosphinimine ligand; 3) an amido-ether ligand and at least one other ancillary ligand. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. The catalysts are effective for the copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene, 1-hexene, or 1-octene) and enable the production of high molecular weight copolymers (Mw greater than 25,000) with good comonomer incorporation at high productivity.

Phosphinimine amido-ether complexes

Provided in this disclosure are organometallic complexes that contain i) a metal atom selected from Hf and Zr; 2) a phosphinimine ligand; 3) an amido-ether ligand and at least one other ancillary ligand. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. The catalysts are effective for the copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene, 1-hexene, or 1-octene) and enable the production of high molecular weight copolymers (Mw greater than 25,000) with good comonomer incorporation at high productivity.

Thermally tunable phosphinimine catalysts

A new phosphinimine polymerization catalyst exhibits restricted rotation about a carbon-phosphorous bond. The restricted rotation is demonstrated using variable temperature 1 H NMR. Ethylene copolymers made using the catalysts have microstructures which are dependent on the temperature at which polymerization takes place.

Phosphinimine amido-ether complexes

A new family of organometallic complexes that contain i) a metal atom selected from Hf and Zr; 2) a phosphinimine ligand; 3) an amido-ether ligand and at least one other ancillary ligand. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. The catalysts are particularly effective for the copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene; 1-hexene or 1-octene) and enable the production of high molecular weight copolymers (Mw greater than 25,000); with good comonomer incorporation at high productivity.

Hot melt adhesive

Hot melt adhesives that contain an N-alpha olefin wax have substantially improved open times.

Catalyst modification to control polymer architecture

By controlling the ratio of catalyst components or the type of activator the homogeneity of a polymer produced using a single site catalyst may be improved.

Method for aqueous emulsion polymerization initiated by free-radicals for producing an aqueous polymer dispersion

Funktionelle starter mit verlängerter kette für die anionische polymerisation

Passivated supports: catalyst, process, product and film

Passivated substrates: catalyst, process, product and film

Un proceso de polimerización de olefinas para producir un copolímero de etileno, comprendiendo el proceso poner en contacto etileno y al menos una alfa olefina que tiene de 3-8 átomos de carbono con un catalizador de polimerización en un reactor de fase gaseosa; en donde el copolímero de etileno tiene una densidad desde 0,916 g/cm3 hasta 0,936 g/cm3, un índice de fusión (I2) desde 0,1 g/10 min hasta 2,0 g/10 min, una relación de índice de fluidez (I21/I2) superior a 22 pero inferior a 42, una distribución de peso molecular (Mw/Mn) desde 2,3 hasta 5,0, un perfil de distribución de comonómeros inverso según se determinó por GPC-FTIR, y un índice de amplitud de la distribución de la composición CDBI50 desde el 45 % en peso hasta el 80 % en peso según se determinó por TREF; el catalizador de polimerización comprende un catalizador de fosfinimina, un soporte pasivado y un cocatalizador; y el soporte pasivado comprende sílice la cual ha sido tratada con i) un compuesto de organoaluminio y ii) cloruro de magnesio; en donde el cloruro de magnesio es generado por adición de un compuesto de diorganomagnesio y una fuente de cloruro a la sílice tratada con organoaluminio, siempre que la fuente de cloruro no sea un cloruro de metal de transición; y en donde el catalizador de fosfinimina tiene la fórmula: (1-R¥-Indenil)((t-Bu)3P=N)TiX2, donde R¥ es un grupo alquilo, un grupo arilo o un grupo bencilo y en donde cada uno del grupo alquilo, el grupo arilo, y el grupo bencilo está no sustituido o está sustituido con al menos un átomo de flúor; y X es un ligando activable. An olefin polymerization process for producing an ethylene copolymer, the process comprising contacting ethylene and at least one alpha olefin having 3-8 carbon atoms with a polymerization catalyst in a gas phase reactor; wherein the ethylene copolymer has a density from 0.916 g / cm3 to 0.936 g / cm3, a melt index (I2) from 0.1 g / 10 min to 2.0 g / 10 min, a melt index ratio (I21 / I2) greater than 22 but less ...

Passivated supports: catalyst, process, product and film

Ethylene copolymers made in the gas phase using a phosphinimine based single site catalyst supported on a passivated inorganic oxide support. The ethylene copolymers have a relatively narrow molecular weight distribution and good rheological parameters.

Olefin polymerization process to produce an ethylene copolymer

RESUMO "SUPORTES PASSIVADOS: CATALISADOR, PROCESSO, PRODUTO E PELÍCULA? Copolímeros de etileno feitos na fase gasosa que utilizam um catalisador de sítio único com base em fosfinimina suportado em um suporte de óxido inorgânico passivado. Os copolímeros de etileno têm uma distribuição de peso molecular relativamente estreita e bons parâmetros reológicos. SUMMARY "PASSIVE SUPPORTS: CATALYST, PROCESS, PRODUCT AND FILM? Ethylene copolymers made in the gas phase using a phosphimine-based single-site catalyst supported on a passivated inorganic oxide support. Ethylene copolymers have a molecular weight distribution relatively narrow and good rheological parameters.

Method for aqueous emulsion polymerization initiated by free-radicals for producing an aqueous polymer dispersion

The invention relates to a method for aqueous emulsion polymerization initiated by free-radicals. Monomers are polymerized in the presence of an N-oxyl radical by means of special radical polymerization initiators at temperatures above 100 °C and at pressures above the steam pressure of the polymerization mixture.

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Hot melt adhesive for packaging applications

Hot melt adhesives that are low in viscosity and high in melting point, with a long open time, comprise a base polymer, a tackifier, a saturated fatty acid as the main or sole wax component are described.

Phosphinimine amido-ether complexes

A new family of organometallic complexes that contain i) a metal atom selected from Hf and Zr; ii) a phosphinimine ligand; iii) an amido-ether ligand and at least one other ancillary ligand. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. The catalysts are 5 particularly effective for the copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene; 1-hexene or 1-octene) and enable the production of high molecular weight copolymers (Mw greater than 25,000); with good comonomer incorporation at high productivity.

phosphinimine starch-ether complexes

Uma nova família de complexos organometálicos que contêm i) um átomo de metal selecionado de Hf e Zr; ii) um ligante de fosfinimina; iii) um ligante de amido-éter e pelo menos um outro ligante auxiliar. O uso de um tal complexo, em combinação com um ativador, como um catalisador de polimerização de olefina é demonstrado. Os catalisadores são particularmente eficazes para a copolimerização de etileno com uma alfa olefina (como 1-buteno; 1-hexeno ou 1-octeno) e permitem a produção de copolímeros de alto peso molecular (Mw maior do que 25.000); com boa incorporação de comonômero em alta produtividade. A new family of complexes organometallic containing i) a metal atom selected from Hf and Zr; ii) a phosphinimine linker; iii) a starch-ether binder and at least at least one other auxiliary binder. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, such as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. Catalysts are particularly effective for copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene; 1-hexene or 1-octene) and allow the production of high weight copolymers molecular (Mw greater than 25,000); with good comonomer incorporation high productivity.

AMIDO ETHER PHOSPHINIMINE COMPLEXES

Se refiere a un complejo que tiene la formula (PI)(AE)ML2, donde: I) PI es un ligando de fosfinimina definido por la formula (X), donde cada R1 se selecciona independientemente de un grupo que consiste en un atomo de hidrogeno, un radical hidrocarbilo C1-30, siendo cada radical hidrocarbilo no sustituido o sustituido adicionalmente por un atomo de halogeno; un radical alcoxi C1-10; entre otros; ll) AE es un ligando amido eter definido por la formula (Y), donde Q es un grupo puente entre oxigeno y nitrogeno, y contiene uno o mas atomos seleccionados del grupo que consiste en los elementos del grupo 13 al 16; cada R2 y R3 es un grupo que contiene de 1 a 50 atomos seleccionados del grupo que consiste en hidrogeno y los elementos del grupo 13 al 17; y donde el grupo R2 se une opcionalmente con el grupo puente Q; lll) cada L es un ligando activable; y IV) M es un metal seleccionado del grupo que consiste en Zr y Hf y donde N1, N2 y, opcionalmente O, estan unidos a M. Se refiere ademas a un sistema catalizador de polimerizacion de olefinas que comprende un complejo organometalico y un activador que puede ser un aluminoxano, un activador ionico y mezclas de estos. Refers to a complex having the formula (PI) (AE) ML2, where: I) PI is a phosphinimine ligand defined by formula (X), where each R1 is independently selected from a group consisting of an atom of hydrogen, a C1-30 hydrocarbyl radical, each hydrocarbyl radical being unsubstituted or additionally substituted by a halogen atom; a C1-10 alkoxy radical; among others; ll) AE is an amido ether ligand defined by formula (Y), where Q is a bridging group between oxygen and nitrogen, and contains one or more atoms selected from the group consisting of elements from group 13 to 16; each R2 and R3 is a group containing 1 to 50 atoms selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and the elements of group 13 to 17; and where the group R2 is optionally linked to the bridging group Q; III) each L is an activatable ligand; and IV) ...

Phosphinimine amido-ether complexes

A new family of organometallic complexes that contain i) a metal atom selected from Hf and Zr; ii) a phosphinimine ligand; iii) an amido-ether ligand and at least one other ancillary ligand. The use of such a complex, in combination with an activator, as an olefin polymerization catalyst is demonstrated. The catalysts are 5 particularly effective for the copolymerization of ethylene with an alpha olefin (such as 1-butene; 1-hexene or 1-octene) and enable the production of high molecular weight copolymers (Mw greater than 25,000); with good comonomer incorporation at high productivity.

Organolithium polymerization initiators

POLYMERIZATION INITIATORS COMPRISING ALKYLITHIUM ADDUCT-METALATES OF CONJUGATED DIENES AND VINYL-SUBSTITUTED AROMATIC COMPOUNDS. SUCH INITIATOR COMPOSITIONS ARE HIGHLY EFFECTIVE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF POLYMERS OF CONJUGATED DIENES AND/OR VINYL-SUBSTITUTED AROMATIC COMPOUNDS.

Functionalized chain extended initiators for anionic polymerization

A process for the preparation of hydrocarbon solutions of monofunctional ether initiators of the following general structure: M-Qn-Z-OA(R1R2R3) wherein M is defined as an alkali metal, selected from the group consisting of lithium, sodium and potassium, Q is a saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbyl group derived by incorporation of a compound selected from the group consisting of conjugated diene hydrocarbons and alkenylsubstituted aromatic hydrocarbons; Z is a branched or straight chain hydrocarbon group which contains 3-25 carbon atoms, optionally containing aryl or substituted aryl groups; A is an element selected from carbon and silicon; R?1, R2, and R3¿ are independently selected from hydrogen, alkyl, substitued alkyl groups containing lower alkyl, lower alkylthio, and lower dialkylamino groups, aryl or substituted aryl groups containing lower alkyl, lower alkylthio, and lower dialkylamino groups, and n is an integer from 1 to 5, monofunctional ethers produced by the process, use of the initiators in a polymerization process and polymers produced by the polymerization process.

Pressure control valve

Lower-energy process for preparing passivated inorganic nanoparticles

The disclosure is directed to a method for reducing the chemical activity and photo activity of titanium dioxide nanoparticles comprising adding an amorphous alumina-stabilizing agent, specifically an anion, such as citric acid, to an aqueous slurry of the titanium dioxide nanoparticles; treating the aqueous slurry with a source of alumina, such as a solution of sodium aluminate, to form alumina-treated titanium dioxide nanoparticles; recovering the alumina-treated inorganic nanoparticles, wherein the nanoparticles have a particle size of about 50 to about 300 nm; and milling the nanoparticles to form nanoparticles having a particle size about 15% smaller than silica-treated inorganic nanoparticles milled under similar conditions. The titanium dioxide nanoparticles described herein are useful in cosmetic, coating and thermoplastic compositions.

Anti hammer pilot operated valves having remote pilot for use in refuelling, domestic mains water, refrigeration applications

A pilot operated valve having an inlet passageway (8) surrounded by an annular seat (6) surrounded by an outlet passageway (110) respectively. The main valve member (7) having turbulence shield (11) of greater diameter than the external diameter of the seat (113) and deflector plate (34). Turbulence shield (11) slows the descent of the valve during closing and prevents water hammer. Pressure chamber inlet (37 or 14) may have a check valve (15 or 21 respectively). Trigger passageway (17) is remotely operated depending on the application. For example a latching solenoid arrangement (figs. 3 to 7), float (figs. 10 and 11), handle or pressure balanced piston (fig. 15). The latching arrangement involves two solenoids with interacting armatures. As a refuelling valve trigger passageway (17) has a first pilot valve at a distal end opened upon coupling to the destination tank to vent the pilot chamber (12) and open main valve (7). A float comprises a second pilot valve which closes the trigger passageway prior to disengagement of the coupling to trigger the closing ot the main valve (6). A third manually operated pilot valve may be located on the main valve body. As a faucet valve (fgs. 12 to 14) the main valve resides under the counter and the pilot above. In one such arrangement the passageway (17) is concentric with the outlet (10), in another the pressure chamber inlet (14) and trigger (17) passageways are concentric. The pressure chamber (12) and outlet (10) may be concentric and in line (fig. 12).

Antibodies and related molecules that bind to 161P2F10B proteins

Antibodies and molecules derived therefrom that bind to 161P2F10B protein and variants thereof, are described wherein 161P2F10B exhibits tissue specific expression in normal adult tissue, and is aberrantly expressed in the cancers listed in Table I. Consequently, 161P2F10B provides a diagnostic, prognostic, prophylactic and/or therapeutic target for cancer. The 161P2F10B gene or fragment thereof, or its encoded protein, or variants thereof, or a fragment thereof, can be used to elicit a humoral or cellular immune response; antibodies or T cells reactive with 161P2F10B can be used in active or passive immunization.

Nebulizing drug delivery device with interlock detection and temperature protection

The present invention provides a nebulizing device with a housing that includes a mouthpiece module, an intermediate module, and a base module. An aerosol generator is in communication with a fluid. A barrier is disposed between the fluid and a drug solution provided within the housing. A signal transmitter and a signal receiver are carried by the housing. The signal is either initiated or terminated when one of the modules is separated or misaligned from the other modules. The device further includes a variable volume resilient structure disposed in communication with the fluid to provide volumetric relief in the event that the fluid expands.

Ink recording element

An ink recording element for inkjet printing comprises a support layer, a hydrophilic absorbing layer and a hydrophilic overcoating layer coated on the absorbing layer. The support layer may comprise paper, resin coated paper, polyesters or synthetic paper. The absorbing layer comprises succinylated gelatin, which may be pigskin gelatin. The overcoating layer comprises a cellulose ether (methyl cellulose or hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose) and a vinyl latex (acrylate or methacrylate based). Optionally there is a further hydrophilic adhesion promoting layer between the absorption and overcoating layers, which comprises polyvinyl alcohol and an anionic polyurethane. Optionally there is a further subbing layer (halogenated phenols or vinyl chloride - vinyl acetate copolymers) between the support layer and the absorption layer.

Ink recording element

Ether free organometallic amide compositions

Error mitigation in doppler based satellite positioning system measurements

Disclosed embodiments facilitate accuracy and decrease error in terrestrial positioning systems, including errors induced by multipath (e.g. ground reflections) in doppler based measurements of SVs. In some embodiments, one or more Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) doppler measurements and one or more corresponding GNSS pseudorange measurements for one or more satellites may be obtained. One or more GNSS doppler estimates corresponding to the one or more GNSS doppler measurements may be determined, wherein for a GNSS doppler measurement, the corresponding GNSS doppler estimate may be determined based, in part, on the GNSS doppler measurement and a GNSS pseudorange measurement corresponding to the GNSS doppler measurement. A speed of the UE may be determined based, in part, on the one or more GNSS doppler estimates.

Antibodies and molecules derived therefrom that bind to STEAP-1 proteins

Antibodies and molecules derived therefrom that bind to novel STEAP-1 protein, and variants thereof, are described wherein STEAP-1 exhibits tissue specific expression in normal adult tissue, and is aberrantly expressed in the cancers listed in Table I. Consequently, STEAP-1 provides a diagnostic, prognostic, prophylactic and/or therapeutic target for cancer. The STEAP-1 gene or fragment thereof, or its encoded protein, or variants thereof, or a fragment thereof, can be used to elicit a humoral or cellular immune response; antibodies or T cells reactive with STEAP-1 can be used in active or passive immunization.

Novel fibro-biotic bacterium isolate

The present invention relates to an isolated anaerobic bacterium Bacteroides sp. for use as a fϊbro-biotic for livestock. More specifically, the fibro-biotic supplements a fiber diet to Sus scrofa scrofa with the fibro-biotic improving fiber digestion and decreasing fecal output in these livestock. The present invention also relates to the use of the isolated bacterium as a food composition to improve the health of monogastric livestock and as a feed supplement to livestock.

Novel fibro-biotic bacterium isolate

The present invention relates to an isolated anaerobic bacterium Bacteroides sp. for use as a fϊbro-biotic for livestock. More specifically, the fibro-biotic supplements a fiber diet to Sus scrofa scrofa with the fibro-biotic improving fiber digestion and decreasing fecal output in these livestock. The present invention also relates to the use of the isolated bacterium as a food composition to improve the health of monogastric livestock and as a feed supplement to livestock.

Ink jet printing method

An ink jet printing method, comprising the steps of: A) providing an ink jet printer that is responsive to digital data signals; B) loading the printer with ink-receptive elements comprising a support having thereon an image-receiving layer comprising a cationic, water-dispersible, partially quaternized pyridine-containing polymer; C) loading the printer with an ink jet ink composition comprising water, a humectant, and a water soluble anionic dye; and D) printing on said image-receiving layer using said ink jet ink in response to said digital data signals.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TRANSFORMING A MANUAL THERMAL LABELING MACHINE INTO A PRINTER FOR PLACEMENT ON A TABLE

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TRANSFORMING A MANUAL THERMAL LABELING MACHINE INTO A PRINTER FOR PLACEMENT ON A TABLE

L'invention concerne un appareil et un procédé permettant de transformer une étiqueteuse thermique manuelle en une imprimante thermique du type à placer sur une table. L'appareil comprend la combinaison d'une étiqueteuse thermique manuelle formée d'un module d'imprimante 11 et d'un module d'alimentation électrique 12 doté d'une batterie rechargeable, les modules comportant des connecteurs électriques 11A, 12A permettant de brancher les modules l'un sur l'autre pour former l'étiqueteuse thermique manuelle, et d'une unité de base 22 possédant des connecteurs électriques du type enfichable, électriquement connectés l'un à l'autre, qui servent à brancher séparément chacun desdits modules pour produire l'imprimante du type table. An apparatus and method for converting a manual thermal labeler into a table top type thermal printer is disclosed. The apparatus comprises the combination of a manual thermal labeler formed by a printer module 11 and a power supply module 12 equipped with a rechargeable battery, the modules comprising electrical connectors 11A, 12A making it possible to connect the modules on top of each other to form the manual thermal labeller, and of a base unit 22 having plug-in type electrical connectors, electrically connected to each other, which serve to separately connect each of said modules to produce the table type printer.

OPTICAL SYSTEM WITH TWO WAVELENGTH BANDS

L'invention concerne un système optique à deux bandes de longueurs d'onde. Ce système (10) comprend un réseau détecteur (11) sensible à deux bandes de longueurs d'onde et un dispositif optique (16) de formation d'images comportant un composant optique commun (15) pour les deux bandes de longueurs d'onde, dont l'une est transmise par des diviseurs de faisceau dichroïques (17, 18) au réseau (11) tandis que l'autre bande de longueurs d'onde est détectée par un diviseur de faisceau (17, 18) et est envoyée à une lentille de champ (28) avant d'atteindre le réseau (11), les deux bandes de longueurs d'onde rencontrant un écran froid (20) formant ouverture sélective du point de vue spectral. Application notamment aux systèmes de détection optique de cibles thermiques.

OPTICAL SYSTEM WITH TWO WAVELENGTH BANDS

IMAGING DEVICE

UN DISPOSITIF D'IMAGERIE10 COMPORTE UN POSTE DE COLLECTE DE DONNEES D'IMAGE11 COMPRENANT UNE CAMERA15 MONTEE SUR UNE PLATE-FORME TOURNANTE13. LES DONNEES D'IMAGE COLLECTEES SONT APPLIQUEES A UN POSTE DE SURVEILLANCE12 EN COMPAGNIE DE DONNEES INDIQUANT LA POSITION ANGULAIRE DE LA PLATE-FORME. LE POSTE DE SURVEILLANCE COMPORTE UN MONITEUR DE VISUALISATION25 ET DES MOYENS26 PERMETTANT A UN OPERATEUR DE SELECTIONNER UNE ZONE DE VISUALISATION PARTICULIERE DANS L'ENSEMBLE DU CHAMP BALAYE PAR LA CAMERA. AN IMAGING DEVICE10 INCLUDES AN IMAGE DATA COLLECTION STATION11 INCLUDING A CAMERA15 MOUNTED ON A ROTATING PLATFORM13. THE COLLECTED IMAGE DATA ARE APPLIED TO A MONITORING STATION12 IN THE COMPANY OF DATA INDICATING THE ANGULAR POSITION OF THE PLATFORM. THE MONITORING STATION INCLUDES A VIEWING MONITOR25 AND MEANS26 ALLOWING AN OPERATOR TO SELECT A PARTICULAR VIEWING ZONE IN THE ENTIRE FIELD SCAN BY THE CAMERA.

accumulator electrode

RECONFIGURABLE PRINTER

Une imprimante possédant un certain nombre d'options et d'opérations optionnelles peut être reconfigurée par le logiciel seul. L'imprimante comporte une EPROM 200, 202 qui emmagasine les sous-programmes définissant toutes les opérations optionnelles de l'imprimante. Une EEPROM emmagasine une table de branchement identifiant chaque sous-programme d'opération optionnelle comme étant validé ou invalidé. L'information emmagasinée dans la table de branchement pour chaque sous-programme validé identifie l'emplacement où le sous-programme est placé dans l'EPROM, tandis que l'information emmagasinée pour chaque sous-programme invalidé comporte un drapeau d'invalidation. L'imprimante possède une interface 252 qui permet de télécharger une nouvelle table de branchement, à partir d'un calculateur 212 dans l'EEPROM de l'imprimante afin de valider des sous-programmes invalidés, d'invalider des sous-programmes validés, et de remplacer des sous-programmes invalidés par téléchargement d'un nouveau sous-programme dans une RAM 204, 206, afin de reconfigurer l'imprimante. A printer having a number of options and optional operations can be reconfigured by software alone. The printer has an EPROM 200, 202 which stores the subroutines defining all optional printer operations. An EEPROM stores a branch table identifying each optional operation routine as enabled or disabled. The information stored in the branch table for each validated subroutine identifies the location where the subroutine is placed in the EPROM, while the information stored for each invalidated subroutine has an invalidation flag. The printer has an interface 252 which makes it possible to download a new branching table, from a computer 212 in the EEPROM of the printer in order to validate invalidated subroutines, to invalidate validated subroutines, and replacing invalidated subroutines by downloading a new subroutine into a RAM 204, 206, in order to ...

Method and apparatus for forging metal wheels

Motive power transmission system

MICROPROCESSOR-CONTROLLED THERMAL PRINTER, METHOD OF IMPLEMENTING THE PRINTER AND CONTINUOUS BAND TO BE PRINTED USING THE PRINTER

L'invention concerne une imprimante permettant d'imprimer sur une bande continue d'éléments d'enregistrement, ladite bande continue possédant plusieurs repères susceptibles d'être détectés qui sont disposés suivant sa longueur. L'imprimante comprend un détecteur 38 permettant de détecter lesdits repères, un circuit électronique de base 300 qui répond audit détecteur, par utilisation des signaux de compteurs d'impulsions d'un moteur pas-à-pas 162, en déterminant la distance qui sépare les repères, le circuit électronique de base permettant de déterminer la valeur moyenne des distances successives entre les repères et calculant ainsi la longueur des éléments d'enregistrement sur la bande continue. The invention relates to a printer for printing on a continuous strip of recording elements, said continuous strip having several detectable marks which are arranged along its length. The printer comprises a detector 38 for detecting said marks, a basic electronic circuit 300 which responds to said detector, by use of the pulse counter signals of a stepping motor 162, determining the distance between the marks, the basic electronic circuit making it possible to determine the average value of the successive distances between the marks and thus calculating the length of the recording elements on the continuous tape.

OPTICAL SYSTEM WITH SIGHTING DEVICE

IMAGING DEVICE

Food refrigeration method and apparatus

Method and apparatus for preparing natural gas for liquefaction

830,740. Liquefaction of gases. CONSTOCK LIQUID METHANE CORPORATION. Oct. 9, 1958, No. 32306/58. Class 8(2). A process for liquefying natural gas containing mostly methane and available at high pressure e.g. 2000 p.s.i. comprises passing it through a duct 1 to an expansion turbine 3 discharging into a chamber 4 from which condensed impurities are withdrawn through a duct 5 and the so cooled gas is passed through a duct 6 to a heat exchanger 7 whence it is warmed in counter current to itself after being compressed at 10 cooled at 12 freed of acid vapours at 17, 17a cooled in coil 7 of exchanger 8 .and expanded in a turbine 20 to produce cold wet gas containing liquefied methane. Glycol is injected through a duct 2 to prevent freezing of impurities in chamber 4.

Resource allocation and route selection method for multiple service virtual private network

(57)【要約】 【課題】 複数のサブネットワークおよび複数の通信サ ービスをサポートする、ネットワークで最適な経路選択 および最適な帯域幅割当の複合問題を解決する。 【解決手段】 本発明の方法は、所与のサブネットワー ク、および所与のサービスの種類を通して通信する、ソ ース−宛先の各組に対して、所与のサブネットワークお よびサービスの種類で、上記ソースと上記宛先の間の一 組の各許容ルートに提供されるトラヒック速度の決定を 含む。本発明は、さらに、各サブネットワークの各リン クへの各帯域幅の割当を含む。重要なことは、提供され るトラヒック速度の決定、およびサブネットワークの各 リンクへの帯域幅の割当は、相互に反応する方法で行わ れることである。

Method and apparatus for refrigerating, storing and transporting perishable materials

Golf skill development and practice device

An apparatus for developing and practicing golf skills that is readily portable and which can be used in relatively restricted or confined areas is provided. The apparatus includes a shot indicator mounted on a vertical shaft which is caused to rise on the vertical shaft during use as indicator of the effectiveness of the shot in terms of distance of flight which would have been attained by a golf ball if driven by a blow of equal force and direction. The shot indicator is caused to rise on the vertical shaft by a user hitting a target which is laterally spaced from the vertical shaft. A target support is rotatably attached to the vertical shaft at one end and supports the target at an opposite end. Rotation of the target support releases a compression spring which acts on the shot indicator causing it to rise on the vertical shaft.

Refrigerating and gas-liquefying plant and method

875,752. Refrigerating. LIQUEFREEZE CO. Inc. Feb. 29, 1960, No. 7114/60. Class 29. In apparatus in which liquid nitrogen is supplied to a transportable storage con tainer 5 from a receiver 2 and the vaporized nitrogen from container 5 flowsthrough pipe 6 to a compressor-condenser unit 1 supplying liquid to the receiver, make-up gaseous nitrogen is supplied to the compressor inlet. The inlet and outlet pipes 3, 6 of the container are disconnectible therefrom and include valves 4, 7. Some nitrogen is thus lost from the system each time a fresh container is connected. A compressor 13 forces air through coolers 15A, 17 and 11 to a separator 20 from the top of which gaseous nitrogen passes to the inlet of the main compressor through pipes 21, 12. Liquid oxygen from the bottom of separator 20 effects cooling in echanger 17 and is vented to atmosphere or recovered for use. Exchanger 15A is air- or water-cooled. Exchanger 11 is cooled by evaporation of liquid nitrogen tapped from pipe 3 through pipe 9, the resulting gas passing through pipe 12 to the compressor inlet. The makeup system includes a purifier 15B and a purging device 8 is located in pipe 6.

Circuiting arrangement for a closed circuit cooling tower

The final segment in one-half or one-third circuit tube assemblies are arranged in a concurrent manner with the air flow in a closed-circuit cooling tower to more fully utilize spray-water cooling that occurs in the region below the tube assembly but above the sump water surface.

Candy making machine

Apparatus for storing and utilizing volatile hydrocarbons and the like

IMAGE FORMATION SYSTEMS

Display system

A panoramic display system for use in a vehicle equipped with a plurality of episcopes (22) includes an information gathering sensor and a plurality of displays (24) for the gathered information. Each display (24) is associated with a respective episcope (22) and is operable to display the information gathered from a field of view corresponding to the respective episcope.

Energy storage cell impedance measuring apparatus, methods and related systems

Energy storage cell impedance testing devices, circuits, and related methods are disclosed. An energy storage cell impedance measuring device includes a sum of sinusoids (SOS) current excitation circuit including differential current sources configured to isolate a ground terminal of the differential current sources from a positive terminal and a negative terminal of an energy storage cell. A method includes applying an SOS signal comprising a sum of sinusoidal current signals to the energy storage cell with the SOS current excitation circuit, each of the sinusoidal current signals oscillating at a different one of a plurality of different frequencies. The method also includes measuring an electrical signal at a positive terminal and a negative terminal of the energy storage cell, and computing an impedance of the energy storage cell at each of the plurality of different frequencies using the measured electrical signal.

Method of estimating pulse response using an impedance spectrum

Electrochemical Impedance Spectrum (EIS) data are used directly to predict the pulse performance of an energy storage device. The impedance spectrum of the EIS is obtained in-situ using pre-existing techniques. A simulation waveform is configured such that the period of the pulse is greater than or equal to the lowest frequency of the impedance measurement. If the pulse is assumed to be periodic for analysis purposes, the complex Fourier series coefficients can be obtained. The number of harmonic constituents are selected so as to appropriately resolve the response, but the maximum frequency should be less than or equal to the highest frequency of the impedance measurement. In some cases, the measured frequencies of the impedance spectrum do not match the corresponding harmonic components of the simulated pulse wave. This is resolved by estimating the impedance measurements at the desired frequencies using linear interpolation, cubic spline fits, or other comparable methods. Using a current pulse as an example, the Fourier coefficients of the pulse are multiplied by the impedance spectrum at the corresponding frequency to obtain the Fourier coefficients of the voltage response to the desired pulse. The Fourier coefficients of the response are then summed reassemble to obtain the overall time domain estimate of the voltage using the Fourier series analysis. Thus, the response of an energy storage device to an anticipated or desired pulse can be estimated using low-level, charge neutral impedance measurements combined with Fourier series analysis.

Live meeting information in a calendar view

A calendar view is rendered on a user interface (UI). A scheduled meeting is rendered in a time slot of the calendar view, initially without an interactive control to join the scheduled meeting. In response to determining that a start time for the scheduled meeting is within a threshold time, the rendered scheduled meeting is updated to include an interactive control to join the scheduled meeting. The interactive control has a selectable region that is configured to indicate that the scheduled meeting is to be joined. In response to input data indicative of a selection of the interactive control, a collaboration application joins the scheduled meeting.

MICROPROCESSOR-CONTROLLED THERMAL PRINTER AND METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING THE PRINTER

L'invention concerne une imprimante permettant d'imprimer sur une bande continue d'éléments d'enregistrement, ladite bande continue possédant plusieurs repères susceptibles d'être détectés qui sont disposés suivant sa longueur. L'imprimante comprend un détecteur 38 permettant de détecter lesdits repères, un moteur pas à pas 162 pour faire avancer la bande et un circuit électronique de base 300 produisant un signal d'alignement si un repère est détecté après le début de l'avancement de la bande et avant qu'elle n'ait avancé d'une quantité prédéterminée, ledit signal mettant fin à l'avancement de la bande après une avancée supplémentaire de bande. The invention relates to a printer for printing on a continuous strip of recording elements, said continuous strip having several detectable marks which are arranged along its length. The printer comprises a detector 38 for detecting said marks, a stepping motor 162 for advancing the web and a base electronic circuit 300 producing an alignment signal if a mark is detected after the start of the advancement of the web. the web and before it has advanced a predetermined amount, said signal terminating the advancement of the web after further advancement of the web.

Unit package dispenser

A dispenser for unit dose medication in sealed plastic packages comprises a container and lid providing a storage chamber and an access chamber, the lid terminating short of the front end wall of the container and having a depending flange spaced from the bottom of the container whereby when the container is supported in a downwardly-inclined position the flange will engage the lowermost light plastic package which slides forwardly above the flange and keeps the packages above from falling forward.

Winding and reeling

Harvesting and distributing a certificate based on a DNS name

According to certain embodiments, a delivery manager comprises an interface and processing circuitry. The interface is configured to receive a certificate that a Domain Name Service (DNS) associates with a DNS name of a recipient system. The processing circuitry is configured to distribute the certificate to a plurality of sending systems. Each sending system is configured to store the certificate in a local memory of the sending system, use the certificate from the local memory of the sending system to perform encryption in response to a future determination to send an encrypted message to the recipient system, and send the encrypted message directly to the recipient system.

System and method for bridging identities in a service oriented archite cture

A system for bridging user identities between at least a first and a second security domain, comprising a bridge associated with the first security domain for intercepting messages for service in the second domain from users in the first domain. The bridge authenticates the user identities against a local authentication source by using an established key relationship and binds a security token with the message. A gateway is associated with the second domain for gating inbound access and outbound communication with a service in the second domain and for receiving the authenticated message and verifying the authenticity of the security token by using a certificate of the trusted authentication source and authorising access to the service upon confirmation of the authorisation, such that the authorisation is independent of the identity of the user.

Sleeping car

Method and apparatus for the transmission of motive power

Cup holder

A cup holder comprising a body having a top opening and a bottom opening adapted to substantially encircle an outer surface of a cup, the body having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a plurality of folding features capable of folding portions of the body at the folding features, wherein the folded features create primary air passageways between the inner surface of the body and the outer surface of the cup when the cup holder is coupled to the cup. The air passageways reduce heat transfer from the cup to the outer surface of the body. In one embodiment, at least one folding feature is a line scored into the body. In another embodiment, the material thickness at the folding feature is less than the material thickness of the body. Preferably, a plurality of polygonal indentations are configured in the body.

Hysteresis power transmitter and brake for phonograph motor mechanisms

Improvements relating to Sleeping Cars.

27,898. Hansen, J. M. Dec. 12. Carriages sides and partitions.-A sleeping-car is provided with upper berths having dressing-spaces, these berths and the apartments beneath them, which may also have dressing- spaces, being provided with separate entrances from the passage. The upper berth 30 is hinged to fold against the roof, and when in use, folding pieces 32, 33 form a standing- space between the berth and the partition wall of the passage, which is provided with a sliding door 37. When the main apartment is longer than the bed, as shown in Fig. 3, so as to form a dressing-space 15, the upper berth is separated from the main apartment by a partition 31 and by folding partitions 39, 40. The passage wall is offset as shown at 11 to give increased accommodation for the bed 14 in the main apartment, and this offset portion forms a step to facilitate access to the upper berth. The pieces 32, 33 fold against the passage wall, and the bed 14 turns up against the end partition. The bed 14 is pivoted to a casing 20, which can slide laterally on a rod 26, so that the bed can be moved beneath the offset portion 11 when turned down.

Ketogenic diet compatible fenfluramine formulation

A method of treating symptoms of a subtype of epilepsy, e.g., Dravet syndrome, in a patient diagnosed with a subtype of epilepsy, by administering to the patient an effective dose of a fenfluramine formulation in combination with a ketogenic diet over a period of time sufficient to reduce or completely eliminate seizures in the patient. Also provided are compositions and kits finding use in practicing embodiments of the methods.

Method for treating photoactive semiconductors for improved stability and resistance to dopant leaching

The invention is directed to a method for silica-treating semiconductors, particularly photoactive semiconductors such as BaTiO3, ZnO, and ZnS. The process comprises adding a densifying agent, such as citric acid, to an aqueous slurry of the semiconductor particles; treating the aqueous slurry with a source of silica, such as a solution of sodium silicate, to form silica-treated semiconductor particles; treating the silica-treated semiconductor particles with a source of alumina, such as a solution of sodium aluminate, to form silica- and alumina-treated photoactive semiconductor particles. The treated particles of this invention can be used in high dielectric constant compositions for use in thick films and castable tape for making multilayer circuits. The treated semiconductor particles are stable in dispersions and resist dopant leaching during high temperature processing.