SYSTEM FOR FITTING A SADDLE

Un ensemble de réglage de selle comprenant une tige de selle réglable en hauteur, la tige de selle réglable en hauteur comprenant un premier support et un second support, le second support étant configuré pour se déplacer de manière coulissante par rapport au premier support entre au moins une position levée et une position baissée, le premier support étant configuré pour se fixer à un cadre de bicyclette ; un mécanisme de réglage d'angle de selle couplé au second support, le mécanisme de réglage d'angle de selle comprenant un support de selle couplé en rotation, configuré pour se coupler à une selle de bicyclette ; dans lequel le mécanisme de réglage d'angle de selle est configuré pour permettre la rotation du support de selle par rapport au second support suite au déplacement du premier support par rapport au second support.

SUPPORT BAR TYPE ADJUSTABLE SHIMS FOR TURBINE DIAPHRAGMS

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR IMPROVED REDUCED LOAD OPERATION OF STEAM TURBINES

Un procédé et un dispositif sont fournis pour améliorer le fonctionnement à charge réduite de turbines à vapeur (10). Le dispositif peut inclure un certain nombre de sections à basse pression (15, 16) et un système de contrôle d'écoulement (17) pouvant être actionné pour limiter l'écoulement de vapeur vers au moins une section du nombre de sections à basse pression (15, 16). Le procédé peut inclure la fourniture d'un certain nombre de sections à basse pression (15, 16) fournissant un système de contrôle d'écoulement (17) pouvant être actionné pour limiter l'écoulement de vapeur vers au moins une section du nombre de sections à basse pression (15, 16), et l'activation du système de contrôle d'écoulement (17) pour limiter l'écoulement de vapeur vers l'au moins une section du nombre de sections à basse pression (15, 16) lorsque la charge est inférieure à une valeur prédéterminée.

BAR SUPPORT OF THE TYPE HAS ADJUSTABLE HOLDS FOR DIAPHRAGMS OF TURBINES

Dispositif de support pour segment (66) de diaphragme dans un carter (72) de diaphragme, qui comprend : 1) une barre de support (54) réunie à un segment (66) de diaphragme ; 2) un carter (72) de turbine comportant une paroi verticale (76) et un épaulement horizontal (78), une partie de l'épaulement horizontal (78) étant située sous la barre de support (54) ; 3) une zone évidée (74) définie par la paroi verticale (76) et un bord extérieur (79) de la barre de support (54) ; et 4) une cale (82) intercalée entre l'épaulement horizontal (78) et la barre de support (54). La zone évidée (74) peut avoir une dimension permettant le passage de la cale (82) à travers celle-ci.

MAGNETIC THREE-DIMENSIONAL CELL CULTURE APPARATUS AND METHOD

A culture apparatus and method for growing cells and tissue in a three-dimensional configuration harnesses magnetic, paramagnetic, ferromagnetic and diamagnetic forces. The cells or tissue are grown with magnetized core particles and are suspended via magnetic forces in a native, non-restricted, three-dimensional configuration while being maintained in a normal gravity (1 g) growth environment in the absence of rotational alteration of the gravity vector. 122-. (canceled)23. An apparatus comprising:a first diamagnet;a second diamagnet disposed in transversely spaced apart relation to said first diamagnet; andan upper lifter magnet disposed in abutting relation to said first diamagnet.24. The apparatus of claim 23 , wherein said apparatus further comprises a cell culture chamber; and wherein said culture chamber is positioned in sandwiched relation between said first and second diamagnets.25. The apparatus of claim 24 , wherein said cell culture chamber contains a cell culture medium and a plurality of magnetized core particles.26. The apparatus of claim 25 , wherein said cell culture chamber includes biological cells to be cultivated.27. The apparatus of claim 24 , wherein said cell culture chamber is formed of a gas permeable material.28. The apparatus of claim 24 , further comprising:an inlet port formed in said cell culture chamber at a first end of said cell culture chamber; andan outlet port formed in said cell culture chamber at a second end of said cell culture chamber, said second end being spaced apart from said first end.29. The apparatus of claim 25 , wherein said magnetized core particles are coated with a cellular adhesive material.30. The apparatus of claim 25 , wherein said magnetized core particles are coated with a collagen component.31. The apparatus of claim 25 , wherein said magnetized core particles are coated with a matrix component.32. The apparatus of claim 31 , wherein said matrix component is non-biodegradable.33. The apparatus of claim 31 ...

FERROMAGNETIC CELL AND TISSUE CULTURE MICROCARRIERS

A porous, collagen coated, ferromagnetic cell culture microcarrier, which is suitable for in vitro cell and tissue culture and which facilitates 3D multicellular construct generation. Also provided is a method for creating batches of microcarriers which have inserted within them magnetite (Fe3O4) in the presence of collagen, thus creating a microcarrier which becomes magnetic in nature when placed in a the presence of a magnetic field and which facilitates cellular adherence (via the collagen coating) for 3D construct development. 120-. (canceled)21. A microcarrier bead for the attachment of a plurality of cells , said microcarrier bead comprising at least one magnetically charged molecule and a coating of a cellular matrix material , wherein said microcarrier bead provides for growth of a plurality of cells in a multicellular , tissue-like three-dimensional configuration on the surface of said microcarrier bead when exposed to a magnetic , paramagnetic , ferromagnetic , or diamagnetic field.22. The microcarrier bead according to claim 21 , wherein said cellular matrix material comprises collagen.23. The microcarrier bead according to claim 22 , wherein said collagen is Type I collagen.24. The microcarrier bead according to claim 21 , wherein said magnetically charged molecule comprises magnetite (FeO).25. The microcarrier bead according to claim 24 , wherein said magnetite is within said microcarrier bead.26. The microcarrier bead according to claim 21 , wherein said microcarrier bead comprises gelatin.27. The microcarrier bead according to claim 26 , wherein said microcarrier bead ranges in size from about 100 to 400 micrometers.28. The microcarrier bead according to claim 26 , wherein said gelatin is porous gelatin.29. The microcarrier bead according to claim 21 , wherein said microcarrier bead comprises alginate.30. The microcarrier bead according to claim 21 , wherein said magnetically charged molecule comprises magnetite (FeO) and wherein said microcarrier ...

FLOWABLE DIELECTRICS FROM VAPOR PHASE PRECURSORS

An embodiment includes a semiconductor apparatus comprising: a trench with an aspect ratio of at least 7:1 (height:width); and a dielectric included in the trench; wherein the dielectric: (a) includes carbon and at least one of silicon nitride and silicon carbide, and (b) does not include an oxide. Other embodiments are described herein. 1. A semiconductor apparatus comprising:a trench with an aspect ratio of at least 7:1 (height:width); anda dielectric included in the trench;wherein the dielectric: (a) includes carbon and at least one of silicon nitride and silicon carbide, and (b) does not include an oxide.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric includes a carbon-carbon double bond.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric includes at least one member selected from the group comprising: N—H claim 1 , Si—H claim 1 , and Si—O—Si groups.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric is crosslinked with at least one member selected from the group comprising oxygen claim 1 , nitrogen claim 1 , and ammonia.5. A semiconductor apparatus comprising:a substrate including a trench with an aspect ratio of at least 5:1 (height:width) and a critical dimension no greater than 15 nm; anda dielectric substantially filling the trench;wherein (a) the dielectric includes a material selected from the group comprising silicon nitride and silicon carbide; and (b) the material is non-stoichiometric and includes less than 8% oxygen.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the material includes silicon nitride.7. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the material is doped with carbon.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the material includes a carbon-carbon double bond.9. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the material includes N—H claim 7 , Si—H claim 7 , and Si—O—Si groups.10. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the material is crosslinked with at least one member selected from the group comprising oxygen claim 5 , nitrogen claim 5 , and ammonia.11. The apparatus ...

Dry dye pad for fishing lures

A dry dye pad for dyeing fishing lures can include: a dye; and a substrate comprising polymer particles suspended in a liquid plasticizer, wherein the substrate forms a permanently plasticized solid after heating and cooling. The substrate can be a plastisol. The plastisol can be heated and cooled to form the dye pad with the dye. The fishing lure can be dyed by contacting at least a portion of the fishing lure to a surface of the dry dye pad. The fishing lure can be dyed in as little as 1 to 3 seconds. The dry dye will not stain a user's skin. A stencil can be placed over the surface of the dry dye pad to create a dyed pattern on the fishing lure. The lure can be dyed with more than one color and patterns to create a lure that resembles bait or prey for fishing.

SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING FIN-END STRESS-INDUCING FEATURES

Semiconductor devices having fin-end stress-inducing features, and methods of fabricating semiconductor devices having fin-end stress-inducing features, are described. In an example, a semiconductor structure includes a semiconductor fin protruding through a trench isolation region above a substrate. The semiconductor fin has a top surface, a first end, a second end, and a pair of sidewalls between the first end and the second end. A gate electrode is over a region of the top surface and laterally adjacent to a region of the pair of sidewalls of the semiconductor fin. The gate electrode is between the first end and the second end of the semiconductor fin. A first dielectric plug is at the first end of the semiconductor fin. A second dielectric plug is at the second end of the semiconductor fin. 1. A semiconductor structure , comprising:a semiconductor fin protruding through a trench isolation region above a substrate, the semiconductor fin having a top surface, a first end, a second end, and a pair of sidewalls between the first end and the second end;a gate electrode over a region of the top surface and laterally adjacent to a region of the pair of sidewalls of the semiconductor fin, the gate electrode between the first end and the second end of the semiconductor fin;a first dielectric plug at the first end of the semiconductor fin; anda second dielectric plug at the second end of the semiconductor fin, wherein the first and second dielectric plugs each comprise a first dielectric material laterally surrounding and below a second dielectric material different from the first dielectric material.2. The semiconductor structure of claim 1 , wherein the first dielectric material is silicon nitride claim 1 , and the second semiconductor material is silicon oxide.3. The semiconductor structure of claim 1 , wherein the first dielectric material is further over the second dielectric material.4. The semiconductor structure of claim 1 , wherein the first and second dielectric ...

Sling suspension system for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty

A sling suspension system for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty, the sling suspension system comprising: an index metacarpal anchor, a thumb metacarpal anchor and a sling for securing the thumb metacarpal anchor to the index metacarpal anchor; the index metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the index metacarpal and a sling-engaging element for capturing the sling to the index metacarpal anchor; the thumb metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the thumb metacarpal and a sling-engaging element for capturing the sling to the thumb metacarpal anchor; and the sling comprising an elongated body having a first anchor-engaging element for securing the sling to the sling-engaging element of the index metacarpal anchor, and a second anchor-engaging element for securing the sling to the sling-engaging element of the thumb metacarpal anchor, wherein the second anchor-engaging element is adjustable.

Corner bracket structure

A corner bracket structure for fastening together a pair of panels includes a first elongated member having convex projections extending from one side thereof. A second elongated member has a concave elongated channel extending from one side thereof. The elongated channel includes retaining regions for capturing the projections. The retaining regions are spaced apart from each other by recessed regions that initially receive the projections. The projections are inserted into recessed regions, and slid into the retaining regions to form a semi-hinged connection.

SLING SUSPENSION SYSTEM FOR SUPPORTING THE THUMB OF A PATIENT AFTER BASAL JOINT ARTHROPLASTY

A sling suspension system for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty, the sling suspension system comprising: an index metacarpal anchor, a thumb metacarpal anchor and a sling for securing the thumb metacarpal anchor to the index metacarpal anchor; the index metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the index metacarpal and a sling-engaging element for capturing the sling to the index metacarpal anchor; the thumb metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the thumb metacarpal and a sling-engaging element for capturing the sling to the thumb metacarpal anchor; and the sling comprising an elongated body having a first anchor-engaging element for securing the sling to the sling-engaging element of the index metacarpal anchor, and a second anchor-engaging element for securing the sling to the sling-engaging element of the thumb metacarpal anchor, wherein the second anchor-engaging element is adjustable. 1. A sling suspension system for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty , said sling suspension system comprising:an index metacarpal anchor, a thumb metacarpal anchor and a sling for securing said thumb metacarpal anchor to said index metacarpal anchor;said index metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the index metacarpal and a sling-engaging element for capturing said sling to said index metacarpal anchor;said thumb metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the thumb metacarpal and a sling-engaging element for capturing said sling to said thumb metacarpal anchor; andsaid sling comprising an elongated body having a first anchor-engaging element for securing said sling to said sling-engaging element of said index metacarpal anchor, and a second anchor-engaging element for securing said sling to said sling-engaging element of said thumb metacarpal anchor, wherein said second anchor ...

Suture-locking washer for use with a bone anchor, and method for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty, and other novel orthopedic apparatus and other novel orthopedic procedures

The invention provides surgical methods, devices, apparatus, and systems for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty. The embodiments of the invention comprise at least one index metacarpal anchor, at least one thumb metacarpal anchor, at least one sling for positioning the thumb metacarpal anchor relative to the index metacarpal anchor, and at least one anchor washer for tightening and securing the sling(s) without the need to tie the suture(s) components of the sling(s) into knots. Index and thumb metacarpal anchors comprise at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the respective metacarpal. The anchor washer may incorporate one or more sling-engagement mechanisms. Increasing the number of sling-engagement mechanisms associated with the anchor washer increases the surface area of the sling(s) and provides multiple sling elements to provide redundancy and increase the pull force of the sling(s) attachment(s) used to affix the thumb and index metacarpal anchors into a position relative to each other. 1. A sling suspension system for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty , the sling suspension system comprising:an index metacarpal anchor;a thumb metacarpal anchor; anda sling for securing said thumb metacarpal anchor to said index metacarpal anchor;said index metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for securing said index metacarpal anchor to an index metacarpal, and a sling-engaging element for attaching said sling to said index metacarpal anchor;said thumb metacarpal anchor comprising at least one bone-engaging element for securing said thumb metacarpal anchor to a thumb metacarpal, and a sling-engaging element for attaching said sling to said thumb metacarpal anchor;wherein at least one of said sling-engaging element of said thumb metacarpal anchor and said sling-engaging element of said index metacarpal anchor comprises a cling-securing mechanism which is configured to provide one- ...

PET CARE STATION

Embodiments of a pet grooming station include a tabletop and a surround formed from end walls and a rear wall that partially enclose an animal from the immediate environment. Vertically spaced-apart tethering points extend inwardly from the end walls and a restraining bar extends along a length of the rear wall. The tethering points and restraining bar provide various combinations of securement locations to which leashes or tethers may be anchored. One or more pads may be coupled with the tabletop for the comfort and traction of the animal. 1. A pet grooming station , comprising:a tabletop having opposite end portions, opposite side portions and an upper surface;a surround, defined by a pair of opposing end walls and a rear wall that extend upwardly from the tabletop; andat least one tethering point extending inwardly from the surround above the tabletop.2. The pet grooming station of comprising a plurality of tethering points extending inwardly from the surround above the tabletop; the plurality of tethering points being vertically spaced from one another above the tabletop.3. The pet grooming station of wherein at least two of the plurality of tethering points extend inwardly from the surround at different heights above the tabletop.4. The pet grooming station of wherein the at least two of the plurality of tethering points extend inwardly from at least one of the end walls.5. The pet grooming station of wherein the plurality of tethering points are comprised of a restraining bar having a length that is spaced upwardly from the tabletop.6. The pet grooming station of wherein the restraining bar extends inwardly from the rear wall of the surround.7. The pet grooming station of wherein the restraining bar includes a plurality of individual tether points that are positioned along the length of the restraining bar.8. The pet grooming station of wherein the restraining bar includes a single claim 4 , elongated tether point that extends along the length of the ...

TECHNIQUES FOR TRENCH ISOLATION USING FLOWABLE DIELECTRIC MATERIALS

Techniques are disclosed for providing trench isolation of semiconductive fins using flowable dielectric materials. In accordance with some embodiments, a flowable dielectric can be deposited over a fin-patterned semiconductive substrate, for example, using a flowable chemical vapor deposition (FCVD) process. The flowable dielectric may be flowed into the trenches between neighboring fins, where it can be cured in situ, thereby forming a dielectric layer over the substrate, in accordance with some embodiments. Through curing, the flowable dielectric can be converted, for example, to an oxide, a nitride, and/or a carbide, as desired for a given target application or end-use. In some embodiments, the resultant dielectric layer may be substantially defect-free, exhibiting no or an otherwise reduced quantity of seams/voids. After curing, the resultant dielectric layer can undergo wet chemical, thermal, and/or plasma treatment, for instance, to modify at least one of its dielectric properties, density, and/or etch rate. 1. An integrated circuit comprising:a semiconductive substrate having first and second semiconductive fins extending from an upper surface thereof and a trench formed between the first and second semiconductive fins, wherein the trench has a width less than or equal to about 30 nm; anda dielectric layer formed over the semiconductive substrate, wherein the dielectric layer partially fills the trench, the dielectric layer extending from the upper surface of the semiconductive substrate to a point below an active portion of at least one of the first and/or second semiconductive fins.2. The integrated circuit of claim 1 , wherein the trench has a height-to-width aspect ratio in the range of about 10:1 to 40:1.3. The integrated circuit of claim 1 , wherein the trench has a width of 20 nm or less.4. The integrated circuit of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric layer comprises at least one of an oxide claim 1 , a nitride claim 1 , and/or a carbide.5. The ...

Dielectric gap-fill material deposition

A flowable chemical vapor deposition method including depositing a dielectric film precursor on a substrate in a flowable form; depositing an oligomerization agent on the substrate; forming a dielectric film from the dielectric film precursor; and curing the dielectric film under a pressure greater than atmospheric pressure. A method including depositing a dielectric film precursor as a liquid on a substrate in the presence of an oligomerization agent; treating the deposited dielectric film precursor to inhibit outgassing; and curing the dielectric film precursor to form a dielectric film. A method including delivering a dielectric film precursor as a vapor to a substrate including gap structures between device features; condensing the dielectric film precursor on the substrate to a liquid; flowing the liquid into the gap structures; and curing the dielectric film precursor under a pressure of 15 pounds per square inch gauge or greater.

EMULSION POLYMERS AND LOW VOC COATING COMPOSITIONS MADE THEREFROM

Emulsion polymers and coating compositions made therefrom that exhibit exceptional roller stability and stain resistance to both hydrophilic and hydrophobic stains, without sacrificing scrub resistance. The emulsion polymers include, as polymerized units formed at a pH between 3 and 9: 1. A single stage emulsion polymer composition comprising , as polymerized units:a) at least one nonionic or anionic unsaturated monomer in an amount ranging between about 78 wt. % to less than 100 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition;b) one or more strong acid monomer in an amount ranging from about 0.01 wt. % to 2 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition which is selected from the group consisting of phosphorus-based acid monomer, sulfur-based acid monomer, and a mixture thereof; andc) at least one lower alkyl acrylate monomer which is a C1-C3 alkyl acrylate in an amount ranging between about 1 wt. % to 20 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition and which is different from said at least nonionic or anionic unsaturated monomer 1a),wherein the polymerized units are formed in a single stage process at a pH between 3 and 9.2. The emulsion polymer according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one ethylenically unsaturated nonionic or anionic monomer 1a) is methacrylic acid claim 1 , acrylic acid claim 1 , butyl acrylate claim 1 , methyl methacrylate claim 1 , butyl methacrylate claim 1 , or styrene.3. The emulsion polymer according to claim 1 , wherein the strong acid monomer 1b) is selected from the group consisting of ethyl methacrylate phosphate claim 1 , phosphate esters of polypropylene glycol monomethacrylate claim 1 , phosphate esters of polyethylene glycol mono(meth)acrylate claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.4. The emulsion polymer according to claim 1 , wherein the lower alkyl acrylate monomer 1c) is methyl acrylate claim 1 , ethyl acrylate claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.5. The emulsion polymer according to wherein the ...

WASHING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE

A washing container for washing or maintaining various objects includes opposite side portions, end portions, and a bottom portion. Embodiments include at least one lower support having an engagement gap extending between lower support arms and configured to releasably secure the objects. Some embodiments include opposing lower supports that secure opposite ends of the objects. An upper support arm may be used independently or together with one or more lower supports to secure one or more objects, in various positions, within the washing container. A perforated support platform support the objects above the bottom portion of the washing container and allows fluids and debris to pass to the bottom portion and into a drain trough. A debris basket within the trough limits the passage of debris into a drain. 1. An apparatus for washing objects with a liquid , comprising:a washing container having opposite end portions, opposite side portions and a bottom portion;a lower support having a first lower support arm and a second lower support arm; the first lower support arm and second lower support arm positioned in a spaced-apart relationship with one another to define an engagement gap between the first lower support arm and the second lower support arm.2. The apparatus of wherein the lower support extends outwardly from at least one of the opposite end portions of the washing container.3. The apparatus of further comprising:a second lower support having a first lower support arm and a second lower support arm; the first lower support arm and second lower support arm positioned in a spaced-apart relationship with one another to define a second engagement gap between the first lower support arm and the second lower support arm;the lower support and second lower support positioned opposite one another such that the engagement gap and second engagement gap face one another.4. The apparatus of wherein the engagement gap and second engagement gap are shaped and positioned to ...

Ferromagnetic cell and tissue culture microcarriers

A porous, collagen coated, ferromagnetic cell culture microcarrier, which is suitable for in vitro cell and tissue culture and which facilitates 3D multicellular construct generation. Also provided is a method for creating batches of microcarriers which have inserted within them magnetite (Fe3O4) in the presence of collagen, thus creating a microcarrier which becomes magnetic in nature when placed in a the presence of a magnetic field and which facilitates cellular adherence (via the collagen coating) for 3D construct development.

INTERLAYER DIELECTRIC FOR NON-PLANAR TRANSISTORS

The present description relates the formation of a first level interlayer dielectric material layer within a non-planar transistor, which may be formed by a spin-on coating technique followed by oxidation and annealing. The first level interlayer dielectric material layer may be substantially void free and may exert a tensile strain on the source/drain regions of the non-planar transistor. 1. An integrated circuit (IC) structure , comprising:a fin having a source and a drain;a transistor gate formed on the fin between the source and the drain, wherein the transistor gate comprises a gate electrode, a gate dielectric between the gate electrode and the fin, and a pair of sidewalls formed on opposing sides of the gate electrode;spacers on the pair of sidewalls;an adhesion liner contacting the spacers, the source, and the drain;a dielectric layer contacting the adhesion layer, wherein an upper portion of the dielectric layer has a higher density than a lower portion of the dielectric layer, wherein both the densified portion of the dielectric layer and a non-densified portion of the dielectric layer contact the adhesion layer; andat least one contact extending though the dielectric layer contacting at least one of the source and the drain.2. The integrated circuit (IC) structure of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the dielectric layer comprises an annealed portion of the dielectric layer.3. The integrated circuit (IC) structure of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the dielectric layer comprises an oxidized portion of the dielectric layer.4. The integrated circuit (IC) structure of claim 1 , wherein the upper portion of the dielectric layer comprises an annealed and oxidized portion of the dielectric layer.5. The integrated circuit (IC) structure of claim 1 , wherein the fin comprises silicon.6. The integrated circuit (IC) structure of claim 1 , wherein the dielectric layer comprises silicon and oxygen.7. The integrated circuit (IC) structure of claim 6 , ...

Techniques for trench isolation using flowable dielectric materials

Techniques are disclosed for providing trench isolation of semiconductive fins using flowable dielectric materials. In accordance with some embodiments, a flowable dielectric can be deposited over a fin-patterned semiconductive substrate, for example, using a flowable chemical vapor deposition (FCVD) process. The flowable dielectric may be flowed into the trenches between neighboring fins, where it can be cured in situ, thereby forming a dielectric layer over the substrate, in accordance with some embodiments. Through curing, the flowable dielectric can be converted, for example, to an oxide, a nitride, and/or a carbide, as desired for a given target application or end-use. In some embodiments, the resultant dielectric layer may be substantially defect-free, exhibiting no or an otherwise reduced quantity of seams/voids. After curing, the resultant dielectric layer can undergo wet chemical, thermal, and/or plasma treatment, for instance, to modify at least one of its dielectric properties, density, and/or etch rate.

EMULSION POLYMERS AND LOW VOC COATING COMPOSITIONS MADE THEREFROM

Emulsion polymers and coating compositions made therefrom that exhibit exceptional roller stability and stain resistance to both hydrophilic and hydrophobic stains, without sacrificing scrub resistance. The emulsion polymers include, as polymerized units formed at a pH between 3 and 9: a) at least one nonionic or anionic unsaturated monomer in an amount ranging between about 78 wt. % to less than 100 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition b) one or more strong acid monomer in an amount ranging from about 0.01 wt. % to 2 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition; and c) at least one lower alkyl acrylate monomer in an amount ranging between about 1 wt. % to 20 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition. 1. An emulsion polymer composition comprising , as polymerized units:a) at least one nonionic or anionic unsaturated monomer in an amount ranging between about 78 wt. % to less than 100 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer compositionb) one or more strong acid monomer in an amount ranging from about 0.01 wt. % to 2 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition; andc) at least one lower alkyl acrylate monomer in an amount ranging between about 1 wt. % to 20 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition.2. The emulsion polymer according to claim 1 , wherein the polymerized units are formed at a pH between 3 and 9.3. The emulsion polymer according to claim 1 , wherein the ethylenically unsaturated nonionic or anionic monomer is methacrylic acid claim 1 , butyl acrylate claim 1 , methyl methacrylate claim 1 , butyl methacrylate claim 1 , styrene.4. The emulsion polymer according to claim 1 , wherein the strong acid monomer is ethyl methacrylate phosphate claim 1 , phosphate esters of polypropylene glycol monomethacrylate claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.5. The emulsion polymer according to claim 1 , wherein the lower alkyl acrylate monomer is methyl acrylate claim 1 , ethyl ...

PET SHELTER

A stackable, nestable pet shelter includes first, second and third housings. Each housing has a top of a predetermined shape and sidewalls that extend downwardly, and taper somewhat outwardly, toward an open bottom. In use, the bottom of the second housing rests upon the upper portion of the first housing, and the bottom of the third housing rests upon the upper portion of the second housing. The first and second housings are substantially hollow. When not in use, the third housing nests within the second housing which, in turn, nests within the first housing. An opening is provided in the sidewalls of the first housing for allowing an animal to enter or exit. The top of each housing includes an opening for allowing an animal to pass from one housing to the next. 2. The stackable claim 1 , nestable pet shelter recited by including handhold cutouts formed within the first sidewalls proximate the open bottom of the first housing.3. The stackable claim 1 , nestable pet shelter recited by wherein:a) the first top includes a first raised lip extending along its outer perimeter;b) the open bottom of the second housing fits within the first raised lip when the second housing is stacked upon the first top;c) the second top includes a second raised lip extending along its outer perimeter; andd) the open bottom of the third housing fits within the second raised lip when the third housing is stacked upon the second top.4. The stackable claim 1 , nestable pet shelter recited by wherein:a) the open bottom of the second housing includes a lip that extends over, and engages, the upper portion of the first housing when the second housing is stacked upon the first housing; andb) the open bottom of the third housing includes a lip that extends over, and engages, the upper portion of the second housing when the third housing is stacked upon the second housing.5. The stackable claim 1 , nestable pet shelter recited by wherein at least one of the second sidewalls and third sidewalls ...

Immunogenic liposome compositions.

The present invention provides an immunogenic liposome composition comprising vesicle-forming lipids and an antigenic construct comprising one or more antigenic determinants and a hydrophobic domain.

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IMMUNOGENIC LIPOSOME COMPOSITIONS

PROTONIC CONDUCTION MATERIAL, USE THEREOF FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A PROTONIC CONDUCTION MEMBRANE FOR FUEL CELLS AND SUPERCAPACITIES

L'invention concerne un matériau et son utilisation pour une membrane à conduction protonique. Le matériau comprend un composé minéral dispersé dans une matrice polymère. Le composé minéral est un acide de Bronstedt insoluble en milieu acide, qui a une structure lamellaire capable de gonfler dans l'eau ou dans un solvant polaire, une surface spécifique supérieure à environ 100 m**2/g et une granulométrie submicronique, qui est stable jusqu'à au moins 150 deg.C, et qui a une conductivité électrique à 100% d'humidité relative d'au moins 10**-2 S.cm**-1. La matrice polymère est un polyélectrolyte ou un ionomère ayant des propriétés mécaniques permettant l'élaboration d'un film mince imperméable aux gaz H2 et O2 stable en température au moins jusqu'à 150 deg.C en milieu acide. Applications: électrolyte de pile à combustible ou de supercapacité. The invention relates to a material and its use for a proton conduction membrane. The material comprises an inorganic compound dispersed in a polymer matrix. The mineral compound is an acid insoluble Bronstedt acid, which has a lamellar structure capable of swelling in water or in a polar solvent, a specific surface area greater than about 100 m ** 2 / g and a submicron particle size, which is stable up to at least 150 deg. C, and which has an electrical conductivity at 100% relative humidity of at least 10 ** - 2 S.cm ** - 1. The polymer matrix is a polyelectrolyte or an ionomer having mechanical properties allowing the production of a thin film impermeable to H2 and O2 gases which is stable in temperature at least up to 150 ° C. in an acidic medium. Applications: fuel cell or supercapacitor electrolyte.

PROTON CONDUCTIVE MATERIAL, ITS USE FOR THE PREPARATION OF A PROTON CONDUCTIVE MEMBRANE FOR FUEL CELLS AND SUPERCAPACITIES

CONTAINER FOR TRANSPORTING FOOD WITH INTEGRATED HEATING DEVICE

A heated container for transport of prepared hot food is provided comprising a combination of an electric heating element with an insulation layer comprising metal foil layers and fiber layers. The combination of metal foil layers, which spread the heat from the heating element, and the fiber insulation layers provides an efficient food transport container having sufficiently low power requirements to enable powering the heater element from an automotive 12 volt system while maintaining a food temperature inside the container at about 150 DEG F. This construction of a food delivery container provides low cost and efficient manufacture of a container for home delivery or institutional delivery of prepared hot meals.

CONTAINER FOR TRANSPORTING FOOD WITH INTEGRATED HEATING DEVICE

Magnetic three-dimensional cell culture apparatus and method

A culture apparatus and method for growing cells and tissue in a three-dimensional configuration harnesses magnetic, paramagnetic, ferromagnetic and diamagnetic forces. The cells or tissue are grown with magnetized core particles and are suspended via magnetic forces in a native, non-restricted, three-dimensional configuration while being maintained in a normal gravity (1 g) growth environment in the absence of rotational alteration of the gravity vector.

Melanocortin recptor 4(mc4) agonists and their uses

The present invention relates to peptide agonists of the MC4 receptor, and as such are useful in the treatment of disorders responsive to the activation of this receptor, such as obesity, diabetes mellitus and male and/or female sexual dysfunction.

Ferromagnetic cell and tissue culture microcarriers

A porous, collagen coated, ferromagnetic cell culture microcarrier, which is suitable for in vitro cell and tissue culture and which facilitates 3D multicellular construct generation. Also provided is a method for creating batches of microcarriers which have inserted within them magnetite (Fe3O4) in the presence of collagen, thus creating a microcarrier which becomes magnetic in nature when placed in a the presence of a magnetic field and which facilitates cellular adherence (via the collagen coating) for 3D construct development.

Chamber for reducing contamination during chemical vapor deposition

This invention relates to the design of apparatus for processing electronic devices, including equipment for chemical vapor deposition or transport polymerization. The new designs of gas separator plates, their configuration, and the regulation of gas flows through the system provides control over the pattern of precursor gas flow away from the separation plates, thereby decreasing the amount of byproducts that are deposited on the plates and throughout the reactor. New designs for shaping other surfaces of the dispersion head reduces contamination of those elements, and new designs for chamber panels decrease the deposition of byproducts on those surfaces, as well as other elements of the reactor. Decreasing deposition of byproducts increases the amount and the quality of the film that can be deposited without requiring the system to be shut down for cleaning. This increases the throughput of products in the deposition process, thereby increasing the efficiency of electronic device manufacture and lowering the cost.

Emulsion polymers and low voc coating compositions made therefrom

Emulsion polymers and coating compositions made therefrom that exhibit exceptional roller stability and stain resistance to both hydrophilic and hydrophobic stains, without sacrificing scrub resistance. The emulsion polymers include, as polymerized units formed at a pH between 3 and 9: a) at least one nonionic or anionic unsaturated monomer in an amount ranging between about 78 wt. % to less than 100 wt.% based on the overall weight of the polymer composition b) one or more strong acid monomer in an amount ranging from about 0.01 wt. % to 2 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition; and c) at least one lower alkyl acrylate monomer in an amount ranging between about 1 wt. % to 20 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition.

Emulsion polymers and low voc coating compositions made therefrom

Process for forming densified tufted carpet tiles

PROCESS FOR FORMING DENSIFIED TUFTED CARPET TILES Abstract A heat-shrinkable backing material, which preferably is a spun-bonded polyolefin backing material, is tufted with a relatively heat stable yarn and the tufted backing is subjected to a temperature of not less than 300° F. The applied temperature induces the tufted backing to shrink, thereby increasing the tuft density by not less than about 130% so as to produce an unbacked, densely tufted carpet tile. A secondary backing is then applied to provide a stable structure.

Photographic film carrier

Melanocortin receptor 4(mc4) agonists and their uses

The present invention relates to peptide agonists of the MC4 receptor, and as such are useful in the treatment of disorders responsive to the activation of this receptor, such as obesity, diabetes mellitus and male and/or female sexual dysfunction.

Process for drying porous glass preforms

The disclosed invention relates to the use of a specific drying agent in a process for drying glass soot preforms. The drying agent includes at least one halide and at least one reducing agent. Preferably, the reducing agent includes a compound that will react with an oxygen by-product of the reaction of the halide and water, or the reaction of the halide and an impurity in the preform. The method includes disposing the soot preform in a furnace, charging the furnace with the drying agent of halide and reducing agent and supplying heat to the furnace. Suitable drying agents for use in the process disclosed include a mixture of Cl2 and CO; a mixture of Cl2, CO and CO2; and POCl3: the latter being an example where the halide and reducing agent are embodied by a single compound.

Emulsion polymers and low voc coating compositions made therefrom

Emulsion polymers and coating compositions made therefrom that exhibit exceptional roller stability and stain resistance to both hydrophilic and hydrophobic stains, without sacrificing scrub resistance. The emulsion polymers include, as polymerized units formed at a pH between 3 and 9: a) at least one nonionic or anionic unsaturated monomer in an amount ranging between about 78 wt. % to less than 100 wt.% based on the overall weight of the polymer composition b) one or more strong acid monomer in an amount ranging from about 0.01 wt. % to 2 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition; and c) at least one lower alkyl acrylate monomer in an amount ranging between about 1 wt. % to 20 wt. % based on the overall weight of the polymer composition.

Chlorine-Free Wood Pulps and Process of Making

This invention provides for a batch and continuous process with countercurrent recycle of bleaching filtrates for the delignification and bleaching of pulp. Oxygen delignification of pulp is achieved in excess of from about 50% to about 76% as measured by kappa numbers, while the pulp viscosity is minimally decreased in the range of from about 2 to about 5 cps. Bleaching of delignified pulp is achieved with peroxy compounds and ozone and pulp brightness of from about 82 to 88 ISO can be achieved with pulp containing zero level TOX from chlorine based bleaching chemicals and zero level of AOX in the bleach effluents. Higher brightness of from about 90 to about 92 ISO can also be achieved by addition of very low levels of chlorine based bleaching chemicals. Corresponding bleach effluents contain less than 200 ppm AOX. Bleaching filtrates can be recycled for pulp washing and for use with an organosolv pulping process which results in significant energy savings and mitigation if not elimination of pollution typically associated with chlorine based bleaching. This invention also relates to bleach pulp product derived from the process and to an apparatus for carrying out the process.

Process for drying porous glass preforms

Method of imparting twist to optical fiber

A method for producing low-PMD fiber, in which a glass fiber is drawn from an optical fiber perform by a tractor which pulls such optical fiber from said perform; subsequent to said tractor pulling the fiber is twisted about its axis to increase the magnitude of twist which is imparted to said fiber. The fiber is then wound onto a fiber storage spool such that at least a portion of the twist imparted to said optical fiber is retained while said fiber is wound on said spool.

Commission management system

The present invention relates to a commission management system and method for managing soft dollar and commission recapture services over communications network. The system and method pays the invoices from the soft dollar commission account after the client views and approves invoices online.

Spinner for a roller skate

A spinner apparatus retained on a wheel to change and enhance the appearance of a roller skate. The spinner apparatus includes a support member connected to the wheel by first and second leg passing through spokes in the hub and resiliently positioned adjacent the outer face of the wheel. The support member has a plurality of radial slots that extend from adjacent an axial opening that receives an axial projection on a disc to position the disc in a plane adjacent the outer face of the wheel. The support member rotates with the wheel while the disc independently rotates in the axial opening of the support member and as a result any light that passes through the first and second plurality of slots is interrupted to illustrate a difference in the rotation of the wheel and disc.

Dry dye pad for fishing lures

A dry dye pad for dyeing fishing lures can include: a dye; and a substrate comprising polymer particles suspended in a liquid plasticizer, wherein the substrate forms a permanently plasticized solid after heating and cooling. The substrate can be a plastisol. The plastisol can be heated and cooled to form the dye pad with the dye. The fishing lure can be dyed by contacting at least a portion of the fishing lure to a surface of the dry dye pad. The fishing lure can be dyed in as little as 1 to 3 seconds. The dry dye will not stain a user's skin. A stencil can be placed over the surface of the dry dye pad to create a dyed pattern on the fishing lure. The lure can be dyed with more than one color and patterns to create a lure that resembles bait or prey for fishing.

Contenitore per il trasporto di alimenti con riscaldamento incorporato

Suture-locking washer for use with a bone anchor, and method for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty, and other novel orthopedic apparatus and other novel orthopedic procedures

The invention provides surgical methods, devices, apparatus, and systems for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty. The embodiments of the invention comprise at least one index metacarpal anchor, at least one thumb metacarpal anchor, at least one sling for positioning the thumb metacarpal anchor relative to the index metacarpal anchor, and at least one anchor washer for tightening and securing the sling(s) without the need to tie the suture(s) components of the sling(s) into knots. Index and thumb metacarpal anchors comprise at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the respective metacarpal. The anchor washer may incorporate one or more sling-engagement mechanisms. Increasing the number of sling-engagement mechanisms associated with the anchor washer increases the surface area of the sling(s) and provides multiple sling elements to provide redundancy and increase the pull force of the sling(s) attachment(s) used to affix the thumb and index metacarpal anchors into a position relative to each other.

Source code line counting system and method

One aspect of the invention is a method of counting lines of source code. One of a plurality of sets of configuration data is selected wherein each set of the plurality of sets of configuration data is associated with at least one computer language. Collectively the plurality of sets of configuration data are associated with a plurality of computer languages and the selected set of configuration data comprises the keywords for a first computer language. A first file is parsed wherein the first file contains computer source code written in the first computer language to create a first token stream in response to the selected set of configuration data. A first list of statements is created in response to the first token stream and a count value is generated in response to the first list of statements.

Uses of melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) agonist peptides administered by continuous infusion

Source code line counting system and method

One aspect of the invention is a method of counting lines of source code. One of a plurality of sets of configuration data is selected wherein each set of the plurality of sets of configuration data is associated with at least one computer language. Collectively the plurality of sets of configuration data are associated with a plurality of computer languages and the selected set of configuration data comprises the keywords for a first computer language. A first file is parsed wherein the first file contains computer source code written in the first computer language to create a first token stream in response to the selected set of configuration data. A first list of statements is created in response to the first token stream and a count value is generated in response to the first list of statements.

Design for an automobile radiator-cap ornament or similar article

Self-aligned backbone for forksheet transistors

Embodiments disclosed herein include forksheet transistor transistors with self-aligned backbones. In an example, an integrated circuit structure includes a backbone including a lower backbone portion distinct from an upper backbone portion. A first vertical stack of nanowires is in lateral contact with a first side of the backbone. A second vertical stack of nanowires is in lateral contact with a second side of the backbone, the second side opposite the first side.

Techniques for trench isolation using flowable dielectric materials

Techniques are disclosed for providing trench isolation of semiconductive fins using flowable dielectric materials. In accordance with some embodiments, a flowable dielectric can be deposited over a fin-patterned semiconductive substrate, for example, using a flowable chemical vapor deposition (FCVD) process. The flowable dielectric may be flowed into the trenches between neighboring fins, where it can be cured in situ, thereby forming a dielectric layer over the substrate, in accordance with some embodiments. Through curing, the flowable dielectric can be converted, for example, to an oxide, a nitride, and/or a carbide, as desired for a given target application or end-use. In some embodiments, the resultant dielectric layer may be substantially defect-free, exhibiting no or an otherwise reduced quantity of seams/voids. After curing, the resultant dielectric layer can undergo wet chemical, thermal, and/or plasma treatment, for instance, to modify at least one of its dielectric properties, density, and/or etch rate.

Techniques for trench isolation using flowable dielectric materials

Selbstausgerichtetes backbone für forksheet-transistoren

Die hier offenbarten Ausführungsbeispiele umfassen Forksheet-Transistor-Transistoren mit selbstausgerichteten Backbones. Bei einem Beispiel umfasst eine Integrierte-Schaltung-Struktur ein Backbone, umfassend einen unteren Backbone-Abschnitt, der sich von einem oberen Backbone-Abschnitt unterscheidet. Ein erster vertikaler Stapel von Nanodrähten ist in lateralem Kontakt mit einer ersten Seite des Backbones. Ein zweiter vertikaler Stapel von Nanodrähten ist in lateralem Kontakt mit einer zweiten Seite des Backbones, wobei die zweite Seite der ersten Seite gegenüberliegt.

Perforated rotatable platforms for elevating animals in a bathing tub

An apparatus for washing an animal with a liquid, includes a container having an open upper end portion, opposite end walls, opposite side walls, and a bottom wall. At least one pair of ledges extends from the opposite side walls above the bottom wall. One or more platforms are each provided with widths that are shorter than the lengths of the platforms, wherein the platforms may be passed through the container to the bottom wall when the platforms are turned in one direction or supported by the pair of ledges when the platforms are turned ninety degrees. Multiple pairs of ledges may be provided for varied platform levels within the container.

Purse

Commission management system

The present invention relates to a commission management system and method for managing soft dollar and commission recapture services over communications network. The system and method pays the invoices from the soft dollar commission account after the client views and approves invoices online.

Commission management system

The present invention relates to a commission management system and method for managing soft dollar and commission recapture services over communications network. The system and method pays the invoices from the soft dollar commission account after the client views and approves invoices online.

Melanocortin receptor 4(MC4) agonists and their uses

Water-based compositions comprising latex and photoinitiators

A water-based composition may include a latex polymer having a T g from about −50 °C to about 20 °C, or from about −20 °C to 20 °C, or from about 0 °C to 20 °C, or from about 5 °C to 20 °C, or from about 8 °C to 14 °C and a photoinitiator component including a Norrish type I photoinitiator and a Norrish type II photoinitiator, and optionally a crosslinking component, and optionally a siloxane−based block resistance additive. The water-based composition does not contain benzophenone and does not contain methyl−o−benzoyl benzoate.

Magnetic three-dimensional cell culture apparatus and method

A culture apparatus and method for growing cells and tissue in a three-dimensional configuration harnesses magnetic, paramagnetic, ferromagnetic and diamagnetic forces. The cells or tissue are grown with magnetized core particles and are suspended via magnetic forces in a native, non-restricted, three-dimensional configuration while being maintained in a normal gravity (1 g) growth environment in the absence of rotational alteration of the gravity vector.

Surgical implantable stabilizer sling for basal joint arthroplasty

The concepts disclosed herein offer a new simple and reliable reconstructive option for the treatment of first carpal-metacarpal joint (basal joint) arthritis and consists of an intra-articular basal joint stabilizer sling combined with a surgical method of implantation.

Ferromagnetic cell and tissue culture microcarriers

A porous, collagen coated, ferromagnetic cell culture microcarrier, which is suitable for in vitro cell and tissue culture and which facilitates 3D multicellular construct generation. Also provided is a method for creating batches of microcarriers which have inserted within them magnetite (Fe3O4) in the presence of collagen, thus creating a microcarrier which becomes magnetic in nature when placed in a the presence of a magnetic field and which facilitates cellular adherence (via the collagen coating) for 3D construct development.

Techniques for trench isolation using flowable dielectric materials

Techniques are disclosed for providing trench isolation of semiconductive fins using flowable dielectric materials. In accordance with some embodiments, a flowable dielectric can be deposited over a fin-patterned semiconductive substrate, for example, using a flowable chemical vapor deposition (FCVD) process. The flowable dielectric may be flowed into the trenches between neighboring fins, where it can be cured in situ, thereby forming a dielectric layer over the substrate, in accordance with some embodiments. Through curing, the flowable dielectric can be converted, for example, to an oxide, a nitride, and/or a carbide, as desired for a given target application or end-use. In some embodiments, the resultant dielectric layer may be substantially defect-free, exhibiting no or an otherwise reduced quantity of seams/voids. After curing, the resultant dielectric layer can undergo wet chemical, thermal, and/or plasma treatment, for instance, to modify at least one of its dielectric properties, density, and/or etch rate.