METHOD FOR DETERMINING A CHAIN OF KEYS, METHOD FOR TRANSMITTING A PARTIAL CHAIN OF THE KEYS, COMPUTER SYSTEM AND CHIP CARD

The invention relates to a security module comprising 120.-. (canceled)22. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the second function is a HASH function claim 21 , an RSA operation claim 21 , an operation of the Rabin method claim 21 , or an operation of a method based on the discrete logarithm problem.23. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the execution of the first function presupposes the knowledge of a public key claim 21 , and wherein the execution of the inverse function of the first function presupposes the knowledge of a private key.24. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the first function is the RSA operation (modular exponentiation) with a public key claim 21 , and with a private key in the case of the inversion.25. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the first function is the operation of the Rabin method with a public key claim 21 , and with a private key in the case of the inversion.26. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the first function is the operation of a method based on the discrete logarithm problem with a public key claim 21 , and with a private key in the case of the inversion.27. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the key of the resulting chain is determined by one of the first and one of the second keys being attached to one another in pairs.28. The method according to claim 21 , wherein the key of the resulting chain is determined by applying a one-way hash function to at least one of the first keys and one of the second keys.29. A method for transmitting a partial chain of a resulting chain of keys claim 21 , wherein the resulting chain has been determined according to claim 21 , and wherein the partial chain has a start key claim 21 , and an end key and wherein a corresponding partial chain of the first chain and a corresponding partial chain of the second chain have been used for determining the partial chain claim 21 , in the following steps:transmitting an end key of the partial chain of the ...

METHOD FOR MONITORING AN ENVIRONMENT OF A VEHICLE

A method for monitoring an environment (U) of a vehicle (F), wherein the environment (U) and objects (O O) present therein are detected by means of at least a first image detection unit () and a second image detection unit (), of which the detection regions overlap at least partially and form an overlap region, wherein an overall image (G) is produced from individual images detected by means of the image detection units () by means of an image processing unit, the overall image (G) showing the vehicle (F) and its environment (U) from a bird's eye view. There is a progression of at least one boundary line (L to L) which extends from an origin to the image edge of the overall image in such a way that the boundary line (L to L) extends away from the objects (O O). 11212121212131312. A method for monitoring an environment (U) of a vehicle (F) , wherein the environment (U) and objects (O , O) present therein are detected by means of at least a first image detection unit () and a second image detection unit () , the detection regions of which at least partially overlap and form an overlap region , wherein an overall image (G) is produced from individual images detected by means of the image detection units ( , ) , said overall image (G) showing the vehicle (F) and its environment (U) from a bird's eye perspective , and wherein , depending upon determined positions of the objects (O , O) in the overall image (G) between a first individual image region (EB) and a second individual image region (EB) , a progression of at least one boundary line (L to L) extending from an origin to the image edge of the overall image (G) is predefined so that the boundary line (L to L) extends away from the objects (O , O).213131312. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the boundary line (L to L) is predefined so that a tolerance region (T to T) is produced between the boundary line (L to L) and the respective object (O claim 1 , O).312. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a ...

Storage Container for Electrical Components

A storage container includes a jar and a cap removably connected to the jar. The jar has a cavity defined by a first base and a first wall extending upwardly from the base. The cap has an upper portion connected to a lower portion by a connecting member. The upper portion has a second base and a second wall extending upwardly from the second base to define a receiving area that receives an item stored in the cavity of the jar. The connecting member has an opening therethrough to connect the storage container to a support. 1. A storage container , comprising:a jar having a cavity defined by a first base and a first wall extending upwardly from said first base;a cap removably connected to said jar, said cap having an upper portion connected to a lower portion by a connecting member;said upper portion having a second base and a second wall extending upwardly from said second base to define a first receiving area adapted to receive an item stored in said cavity of said jar; andan opening extending through said connecting member to receive a support.2. The storage container of claim 1 , whereinsaid second base has a concave upper surface.3. The storage container of claim 1 , whereinsaid lower portion of said cap has a third base and a third wall extending downwardly therefrom to define a second receiving area adapted to receive an item stored in said cavity of said jar.4. The storage container of claim 3 , whereinan outer surface of said first wall and an inner surface of said third wall have corresponding first and second bayonet parts to facilitate connecting said cap to said jar.5. The storage container of claim 3 , whereinsaid third wall extends in a direction substantially opposite to said second wall.6. The storage container of claim 1 , whereina free end of said second wall is substantially planar to facilitate positioning said cap on said free end of said second wall.7. The storage container of claim 3 , whereina free end of said third wall is substantially ...

Storage Container for Electrical Components

A storage container includes a jar and a cap removably connected to the jar. The jar has a cavity defined by a first base and a first wall extending upwardly from the first base. A first alignment indicator is disposed on an outer surface of the first wall. A cap is removably connectable to the jar. The cap has an upper portion connected to a lower portion by a connecting member. The lower portion has a second base and a second wall extending downwardly therefrom. A second alignment indicator is disposed on an outer surface of the second wall of the lower portion. The first and second alignment indicators are aligned to substantially prevent misalignment of the cap with respect to the jar when connecting the cap to the jar. 1. A storage container , comprising:a jar having a cavity defined by a first base and a first wall extending upwardly from said first base, a protrusion extending inwardly from an inner surface of said first wall;a first alignment indicator being disposed on an outer surface of said first wall;a cap removably connectable to said jar, said cap having an upper portion connected to a lower portion by a connecting member, said lower portion having a second base and a second wall extending downwardly therefrom, a recess on an inner surface of said second wall for receiving said protrusion; anda second alignment indicator being disposed on an outer surface of said second wall of said lower portion, said first and second alignment indicators being aligned when connecting said cap to said jar to substantially prevent misalignment of said cap with respect to said jar.2. The storage container of claim 1 , whereina pair of said first alignment indicators are diametrically opposed on said outer surface of said jar.3. The storage container of claim 1 , whereina pair of said second alignment indicators are diametrically opposed on said outer surface of said lower portion of said cap.4. The storage container of claim 1 , whereinfirst and second cap position ...

Method for operating a motor control unit for a drive system

A method for operating a drive motor of a drive system, including the following: providing a control variable, which is ascertained as a function of one or multiple state variable(s) of the drive system and as a function of a default variable, to an output stage for operating the drive motor; reading the control variable previously provided to the output stage back from the output stage to obtain a read-back control variable; ascertaining a back-calculated torque from the read-back control variable; comparing the back-calculated torque and a predefined monitoring torque; and providing the control variable or an alternative control variable ascertained from the monitoring torque to the output stage as a function of a result of the comparison for the purpose of operating the drive motor. 1. A method for operating a drive motor of a drive system , the method comprising:providing a control variable, which is ascertained as a function of one state variable or multiple state variables of the drive system and as a function of a default variable, to an output stage for operating the drive motor;reading the control variable previously provided to the output stage back from the output stage to obtain a read-back control variable;ascertaining a back-calculated torque from the read-back control variable;comparing the back-calculated torque and a predefined monitoring torque; andproviding the control variable or an alternative control variable ascertained from the monitoring torque to the output stage as a function of a result of the comparison for the purpose of operating the drive motor.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alternative control variable is provided to the output stage if the back-calculated torque is greater than the predefined monitoring torque.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the predefined monitoring torque is ascertained from one state variable or multiple state variables of the drive system and the default variable.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Dynamic Illustration Generation System

A dynamic illustration generation system is disclosed. Said dynamic illustration generation system comprises a tank, a fluid medium, a fluid impeller and a rotary drive source. Said tank having a four walls and a base portion. Said rotary drive source attached to said fluid impeller. 1. A dynamic illustration generation system comprising:a tank having a four walls and a base portion;a fluid medium;a fluid impeller; anda rotary drive source attached to said fluid impeller.2. The dynamic illustration generation system of wherein claim 1 ,said fluid medium comprises a non-Newtonian fluid; anda one or more speakers capable of generating one or more sound waves near said tank.3. The dynamic illustration generation system of wherein claim 2 ,said non-Newtonian fluid comprises a washable paint.4. The dynamic illustration generation system of wherein claim 2 ,said one or more speakers abut one or more of said four walls of said tank.5. The dynamic illustration generation system of wherein claim 2 ,said one or more speakers abut said base portion of said tank.6. The dynamic illustration generation system of further comprising claim 1 ,an one or more non-stationary objects within said tank.7. The dynamic illustration generation system of further comprising claim 6 , said one or more non-stationary objects comprise ferromagnetic materials attracted to magnets; and', 'said one or more magnets move said one or more non-stationary objects within said tank., 'a one or more magnets; wherein,'}8. The dynamic illustration generation system of further comprising claim 7 ,a one or more magnetic handles each having a handle portion and a magnet portion;said magnet portion comprise one or more of said one or more magnets; andsaid one or more magnetic handles are capable of moving a portion of said one or more non-stationary objects.9. The dynamic illustration generation system of wherein claim 7 ,said one or more magnets move along a predefined path and thereby move said one or more non- ...

METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE SPATIAL POSITION OF AN OBJECT, ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEM

A method for determining the spatial position of an object the steps comprising: 1. Method for determining the spatial position of an object with the following steps:sending a number of M orthogonal code sequences via a number of at least M antennas with the help of CDMA, in which each code sequence is emitted via a different M antenna, and in which the M antennas are arranged in a spatial area in a dispersed manner,receiving a partial amount of the code sequences through a CDMA receiver of the object,allocating an identifier to each of the code sequences received through the CDMA receiver,storing the identifiers in an electronic memory of the object,reading-out the identifiers from the electronic memory of the object via a contactless interface,accessing an allocation instruction that allocates each of the code sequences to one of the antennas and/or to one of the antenna positions, in order to release a position signal indicating the spatial position of the object relative to the antennas, on the basis of the read-out identifiers and the allocation instruction.2. Method for determining the spatial position of an object with the following steps:sending a number of M orthogonal code sequences via a number of at least M antennas with the help of CDMA, in which each code sequence is emitted via a different M antenna, and in which the M antennas are distributed in a spatial area,receiving a partial amount of the code sequences through a CDMA receiver of the object,allocating an identifier to each of the code sequences received through the CDMA receiver,storing the identifiers in an electronic memory of the object,determining the spatial position relative to the antennas with the help of an allocation instruction that allocates to each identifier one of the antennas and/or one of the antenna positions, through the object,storing the spatial position in the electronic memory of the object,transmitting the spatial position stored in the electronic memory or transmitting a ...

Large Diameter, High Quality SiC Single Crystals, Method and Apparatus

A method and system of forming large-diameter SiC single crystals suitable for fabricating high crystal quality SiC substrates of 100, 125, 150 and 200 mm in diameter are described. The SiC single crystals are grown by a seeded sublimation technique in the presence of a shallow radial temperature gradient. During SiC sublimation growth, a flux of SiC bearing vapors filtered from carbon particulates is substantially restricted to a central area of the surface of the seed crystal by a separation plate disposed between the seed crystal and a source of the SiC bearing vapors. The separation plate includes a first, substantially vapor-permeable part surrounded by a second, substantially non vapor-permeable part. The grown crystals have a flat or slightly convex growth interface. Large-diameter SiC wafers fabricated from the grown crystals exhibit low lattice curvature and low densities of crystal defects, such as stacking faults, inclusions, micropipes and dislocations.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THREE DIMENSIONAL CALIBRATION OF FORCE PLATES

A method for calibrating a force platform includes, providing a force platform and applying an nXm grid on a top surface of the force platform via a computing device. Next, applying p known loads on each of the nXm grid points of the top surface along a Z-axis being perpendicular to the X and Y axes and along the X and Y axes. Next, taking multipoint measurements at each grid point and for each applied known load along the X,Y and Z axes and generating six measured output signals, exact position coordinates and applied known load magnitude for each grid point. Next, assembling an array of nXmXp of six equations with six unknown for each grid point and applied known load and then solving the assembled equations and deriving a position and load specific calibration matrix for each grid point. 1. A method for calibrating a force platform comprising:providing a force platform and applying an nXm grid on a top surface of the force platform via a computing device, wherein said nXm grid comprises n points along an X-axis, and m points along a Y-axis of said force platform;applying p known loads on each of the nXm grid points of the top surface along a Z-axis being perpendicular to said X and Y axes and along said X and Y axes;taking multipoint measurements at each grid point and for each applied known load along said X,Y and Z axes;generating six measured output signals, exact position coordinates and applied known load magnitude for each grid point;assembling an array of nXmXp of six equations with six unknown for each grid point and applied known load;solving the assembled equations and deriving a position and load specific calibration matrix for each grid point;entering the derived position and load specific calibration matrices for all grid points in a calibration table and storing the calibration table in a non-volatile memory.2. The method of wherein said p known loads are applied via a 3-D Cartesian load apparatus.3. The method of wherein said applied p known loads ...

"Method for Synthesizing Ultrahigh-Purity Silicon Carbide"

In a method of forming polycrystalline SiC grain material, low-density, gas-permeable and vapor-permeable bulk carbon is positioned at a first location inside of a graphite crucible and a mixture of elemental silicon and elemental carbon is positioned at a second location inside of the graphite crucible. Thereafter, the mixture and the bulk carbon are heated to a first temperature below the melting point of the elemental Si to remove adsorbed gas, moisture and/or volatiles from the mixture and the bulk carbon. Next, the mixture and the bulk carbon are heated to a second temperature that causes the elemental Si and the elemental C to react forming as-synthesized SiC inside of the crucible. The as-synthesized SiC and the bulk carbon are then heated in a way to cause the as-synthesized SiC to sublime and produce vapors that migrate into, condense on and react with the bulk carbon forming polycrystalline SiC material. 1. A method of forming polycrystalline SiC material comprising the steps of:(a) positioning bulk carbon at a first location inside of a graphite crucible, wherein the bulk carbon is gas-permeable and vapor-permeable;(b) positioning a mixture comprised of elemental silicon (Si) and elemental carbon (C) at a second location inside of the graphite crucible;(c) following steps (a) and (b), removing adsorbed gas, or moisture, or volatiles or some combination of adsorbed gas, moisture and volatiles from the mixture and the bulk carbon positioned inside of the graphite crucible by heating the mixture and the bulk carbon positioned inside of the enclosed crucible to a first temperature which is below the melting point of the elemental Si;(d) following step (c), forming as-synthesized silicon carbide (SiC) inside of the crucible by heating the mixture positioned inside of the enclosed crucible to a second temperature sufficient to initiate a reaction between the elemental Si and the elemental C of the mixture that forms the as-synthesized SiC inside of the crucible ...

Vanadium Compensated, SI SiC Single Crystals of NU and PI Type and the Crystal Growth Process Thereof

In a crystal growth apparatus and method, polycrystalline source material and a seed crystal are introduced into a growth ambient comprised of a growth crucible disposed inside of a furnace chamber. In the presence of a first sublimation growth pressure, a single crystal is sublimation grown on the seed crystal via precipitation of sublimated source material on the seed crystal in the presence of a flow of a first gas that includes a reactive component that reacts with and removes donor and/or acceptor background impurities from the growth ambient during said sublimation growth. Then, in the presence of a second sublimation growth pressure, the single crystal is sublimation grown on the seed crystal via precipitation of sublimated source material on the seed crystal in the presence of a flow of a second gas that includes dopant vapors, but which does not include the reactive component. 1. A crystal growth method comprising:(a) providing a SiC single crystal seed and a polycrystalline SiC source material in spaced relation inside of a growth crucible that is disposed inside of a furnace chamber, the growth crucible disposed inside of a furnace chamber defining a growth ambient; and(b) sublimation growing a SiC single crystal on the SiC seed crystal via precipitation of sublimated SiC source material on the SiC seed crystal in the presence of a reactive atmosphere in the growth ambient that removes donor and/or acceptor background impurities from the growth ambient.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the reactive atmosphere includes a halide vapor compound and one or more gases.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein:the halide vapor compound is comprised of (1) fluorine or chlorine, and (2) tantalum or niobium; andthe one or more gases includes argon, hydrogen, or a mixture of argon+hydrogen.4. The method of claim 2 , further including:(c) following step (b), changing the atmosphere in the growth ambient to a non-reactive atmosphere; and(d) following step (c), introducing ...

MECHANICAL GROUNDING CLAMP

A mechanical grounding clamp includes a body, having an upper plate defining a threaded hole therethrough and having an outer surface, a lower plate spaced apart from the upper plate and having an inner surface, and a connecting plate connecting the upper plate to the lower plate, a set screw mateable with the threaded hole in the upper plate and having a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end extendable through the threaded hole of the upper plate and toward the inner surface of the lower plate. There may be a nut on the set screw for driving toward the upper plate to secure a grounding conductor to the body. 1. A mechanical grounding clamp , comprising:a body, having an upper plate and a lower plate, the upper plate defining a threaded hole therethrough, and the lower plate being spaced apart from the upper plate and having an inner surface, and said body further having a connecting plate connecting the upper plate to the lower plate;a set screw mateable with the threaded hole in the upper plate and having a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end being extendable through the threaded hole of the upper plate and toward the inner surface of the lower plate and being configured to secure said body to a lug attached to a grounding wire and to secure said body to a grounded member positionable between the distal end of the bolt and the inner surface of the lower plate; anda nut on the proximal end of said set screw to secure the lug to the upper plate of said body.2. The mechanical grounding clamp of claim 1 , wherein the distal end of said set screw is rounded.3. The mechanical grounding clamp of claim 1 , wherein the distal end of said set screw is tapered.4. The mechanical grounding clamp of claim 1 , wherein the distal end of said set screw has a cup point.5. The mechanical grounding clamp of claim 1 , wherein a cross-section of said body is generally C-shaped.6. The mechanical grounding clamp of claim 1 , wherein the proximal end of said set screw ...

COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING NDGA DERIVATIVES AND SORAFENIB AND THEIR USE IN TREATMENT OF CANCER

The present invention provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising derivatives of NDGA, including M4N (tetra-O-methyl nordihydroguaiaretic acid) and sorafenib and their use in the inhibition and treatment of neoplastic diseases, such as liver cancer, colon cancer, breast cancer, brain cancers and ovarian cancers, for example, in a subject. Compositions comprising derivatives of NDGA, including M4N, sorafenib and additional therapeutic agents are also provided. 2. The pharmaceutical composition of comprising tetra-o-methyl nordihydroguaiaretic acid (M4N) or maltose-M3N.4. The method of wherein the subject is a human.5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the neoplastic disease is a tumor and/or its micro and macrometastases.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the tumor is selected from the group consisting of a solid tumor claim 5 , a hematological tumor claim 5 , or wherein the tumor and/or its micro and macrometastases is selected from the group consisting of breast cancer claim 5 , prostate cancer claim 5 , pancreatic cancer claim 5 , colon cancer claim 5 , hepatoma claim 5 , glioblastoma claim 5 , ovarian cancer claim 5 , leukemia claim 5 , and Hodgkin's lymphoma and multiple myeloma.8. The method of wherein the NDGA derivative is tetra-O-methyl nordihydroguaiaretic acid (MN) or maltose-MN.9. The method of wherein the subject is a human.10. (canceled)11. The method of claim 7 , wherein the tumor is selected from the group consisting of a solid tumor claim 7 , a hematological tumor claim 7 , or wherein the tumor is selected from the group consisting of breast cancer claim 7 , prostate cancer claim 7 , pancreatic cancer claim 7 , colon cancer claim 7 , hepatoma claim 7 , glioblastoma claim 7 , ovarian cancer claim 7 , leukemia claim 7 , and Hodgkin's lymphoma and multiple myeloma.12. The method of claim 7 , wherein the pharmaceutical composition comprises an additional therapeutic agent.13. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 1 , wherein the pharmaceutical ...

MECHANICAL GROUNDING CLAMP

A mechanical grounding clamp including a body, having an upper plate defining a threaded hole therethrough and having an outer surface, a lower plate spaced apart from the upper plate and having an inner surface, and a connecting plate connecting the upper plate to the lower plate, a fastener mateable with the threaded hole in the upper plate and having a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end extendable through the threaded hole of the upper plate and toward the inner surface of the lower plate. There may be a nut on the fastener for driving toward the upper plate to secure a grounding conductor to the body. 1. A mechanical grounding clamp , comprising:a body having an upper plate, a lower plate, and a connecting portion connecting the upper plate to the lower plate, the upper plate including a threaded hole therethrough and the lower plate being spaced apart from the upper plate and having an inner surface;a fastener mateable with the threaded hole in the upper plate and having a proximal end and a distal end, the distal end being extendable through the threaded hole of the upper plate and toward the inner surface of the lower plate, the fastener configured to removably secure the body to a grounding wire and to removably secure the body to a grounded member positionable between the distal end of the fastener and the inner surface of the lower plate; anda threaded nut on the fastener and displaceable along the fastener to secure the grounding wire to an outer surface of the upper plate of the body.2. The mechanical grounding clamp of claim 1 , wherein the inner surface of the lower plate has a surface area greater than a surface area of the outer surface of the upper plate.3. The mechanical grounding clamp of claim 1 , wherein the mechanical grounding clamp has a height defined between an outer surface of the lower plate opposite the inner surface and the outer surface of the upper plate claim 1 , wherein the height is less than a width of the lower plate ...

HANDLE FOR EXOTHERMIC MOLD WITH SPRING CONNECTORS

Disclosed is a handle clamp for an exothermic mold. The clamp includes a pair of legs, each having a plurality of rods that are shaped to fit into engagement holes on sections of the mold. The rods of each leg engage with one section of the mold. Engagement brackets are rotatably disposed on one or more or the rods. The brackets each have a thumb bolt that can be extended toward a mold section connected with the clamp. When engaged with the mold section, the thumb bolt stabilizes the mold section on the handle. A detent mechanism is provided between the bracket and the leg of the handle. The detent mechanism releaseably holds the bracket in one of a selected plurality of rotational positions with respect to the rod. By selecting different rotational positions for the brackets, the handle can be configured to engage with different configurations of mold. The thumb bolts that are biased toward the mold section by a spring. The bolts include a key that can be aligned or misaligned with a key slot on the bracket. By aligning the key with the key with the key slot, the bolt can be moved toward or away from the mold section under the biasing force of the spring. By misaligning the key and key slot, the bolt can be locked into engagement with the mold section or else held in a disengaged position. 1. A handle clamp for an exothermic mold comprising:a pair of grips;a pair of legs connected with respective ones of the grips, the legs arranged to move toward and away from one another in response to motion of the grips;a plurality of engagement rods disposed on each of the legs, wherein the engagement rods on each leg are adapted to engage with respective sections of an exothermic mold;one or more brackets, each bracket rotatably disposed on one of the rods; anda detent mechanism to releasably hold the bracket in a selected angular position with respect to the rod.2. The handle clamp of claim 1 , wherein the detent mechanism comprises a convex feature and a plurality of ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING A COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION AT A TEST SITE ON A SURFACE OF A CONTACT LENS

The present invention relates to a method and an apparatus () for determining a coefficient of friction at a test site () on a surface () of a contact lens (). The apparatus comprises: a lens holder () arranged at least partially in a receptacle (); a slide () comprising a counter surface () made of lapped aluminum for contacting the test site (); a load generator () configured to apply a predetermined normal load (Fn) between the counter surface () and the test site; a drive () configured to generate a sliding movement between the counter surface () and the contact lens in direction located in a plane perpendicular to the normal load (Fn); and a force sensor () configured to measure a tangential frictional force (Ft) between the test site and the counter surface () along the direction of the sliding movement. 1. A method for determining a coefficient of friction at a test site on a surface of a contact lens , in particular a soft contact lens , the method comprising the following steps:attaching the contact lens to a lens holder;applying a lubricating liquid to the contact lens attached to the lens holder such that the test site is completely covered by the lubricating liquid;contacting the test site with a counter surface made of lapped aluminum;applying a predetermined normal load (Fn) between the counter surface and the test site;generating a sliding movement between the counter surface and the contact lens in a direction located in a plane perpendicular to the normal load (Fn);measuring a tangential frictional force (Ft) between the test site and the counter surface along the direction of the sliding movement ;determining the coefficient of friction from the ratio of the measured tangential frictional force (Ft) to the applied normal load (Fn).2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the lubricating liquid comprises at least one of saline and an artificial tear fluid.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the contact lens is attached to the lens holder by means of vacuum ...

Device and Method for Calibrating a Camera System of a Vehicle

The invention relates to a device for calibrating a camera system of a vehicle. The device is configured to calibrate a camera system during the movement of the vehicle through a factory environment without specially arranged targets. A database comprising features of the factory environment and accompanying position information is used for this purpose. The database can be updated with each calibration of a camera system. Relaying the database between devices according to the invention for calibrating camera systems allows for a successive improvement of the database. 1. A device for calibrating a camera system of a vehicle , the device comprising:a first receiving unit configured to receive first image data comprising images of a factory environment recorded by the camera system from a plurality of first recording positions or a plurality of first recording directions,a first extraction unit configured to extract features from the first image data,a first association unit configured to associate the features extracted from the first image data with features of the factory environment provided from a database that comprises the features of the factory environment and accompanying position information, anda calibrating unit configured to estimate extrinsic and intrinsic parameters of the camera system based on the first image data and the position information accompanying the associated features.2. The device according to claim 1 , further comprisingthe database with the features of the factory environment and the accompanying position information.3. The device according to claim 1 ,wherein the first association unit is configured to associate features extracted from a plurality of images of the first image data, and wherein the first association unit is configured to add to the database features which are extracted from a plurality of images of the first image data and which are associated.4. The device according to claim 1 ,wherein the first association unit is ...

RAISED FLOOR SYSTEM GROUNDING

A raised floor pedestal including a base configured to sit on a floor; and a post extending up from the base. The post includes a metal member having a general tube shape. A top of the post forms a support surface configured to support a portion of a raised floor system thereon. A side of the post includes an integrally formed ground conductor connector piece extending therefrom. The ground conductor connector piece is configured to have an electrical ground conductor connected directly thereto. 119-. (canceled)20. A method comprising:providing a tube comprised of a metal member;stamping the metal member to form a clip, wherein the clip extends from a side of the tube;connecting the tube to a base, wherein the base is configured to support the tube in a substantially vertical orientation when the base is located on a floor, wherein the tube and base are configured to support raised floor panels above the floor,wherein the tube is configured to electrically connect to a ground conductor at the clip to support the ground conductor above the floor and electrically connect the tube to the ground conductor.21. A method comprising:placing a pedestal on a floor;connecting a ground conductor directly to the pedestal, wherein the pedestal comprises a post with an integrally formed clip on a side of the post, wherein the ground conductor is directly attached to the clip; andpositioning raised floor panels on top of the pedestal.22. A method as in wherein the clip is formed with an upwardly extending cantilevered shape.23. A method as in wherein the clip is formed as a spring clip configured to resiliently deflect when the electrical ground conductor is located between the clip and the side of the tube.24. A method as in further comprising providing a threaded member at the top of the tube claim 20 , and a movable top section connected to the tube claim 20 , wherein the top section comprises a top plate and a threaded post extending down from the top plate claim 20 , wherein ...

Reference gas management in a breath alcohol calibration station

A breath alcohol device calibration system includes a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate a candidate breath alcohol device using a reference gas of known alcohol concentration, and a reference gas tank identification module operable to identify a reference gas tank that is coupled to the breath alcohol device calibration system. Identification is performed using at least one distinguishing characteristic of the coupled tank, the distinguishing characteristic providing reference gas tank information including at least the known alcohol concentration of gas in the reference gas tank. The reference gas tank identification module is further operable to read a temperature history of the tank from an electronic device coupled to the tank, and to indicate an error condition if the temperature history of the tank indicates temperatures below a first temperature threshold over the tank's recent temperature history to potentially result in incomplete mixing of the reference gas.

SECURE DATA HANDLING IN A BREATH ALCOHOL CALIBRATION STATION

A breath alcohol device calibration system includes a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate a breath alcohol device, and an interface operable to couple the breath alcohol device to a remote server. The interface uses a connection employing a cryptographic function such that data stored on the breath alcohol device can be securely transferred from the breath alcohol device to the remote server using the calibration system. The interface is further operable to transfer data stored on the breath alcohol device from the breath alcohol device to the remote server directly without storing the data in nonvolatile storage on the calibration station. 1. A breath alcohol device calibration system , comprising:a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate a breath alcohol device; andan interface operable to couple the breath alcohol device to a remote server using a connection employing a cryptographic function such that data stored on the breath alcohol device can be securely transferred from the breath alcohol device to the remote server using the calibration system.2. The breath alcohol device calibration system of claim 1 , wherein the interface is further operable to transfer data stored on the breath alcohol device from the breath alcohol device to the remote server directly without storing the data in nonvolatile storage on the calibration station.3. The breath alcohol device calibration system of claim 2 , wherein the interface is further operable to erase the data from volatile memory on the calibration station after it has been downloaded to the remote server.4. The breath alcohol device calibration system of claim 1 , wherein the breath alcohol device comprises a breath alcohol tester or a breath alcohol ignition interlock device.5. The breath alcohol device calibration system of claim 1 , wherein the interface is further operable to securely transfer the data between the breath alcohol device and the breath alcohol device calibration ...

REFERENCE GAS MANAGEMENT IN A BREATH ALCOHOL CALIBRATION STATION

A breath alcohol device calibration system includes a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate a candidate breath alcohol device using a reference gas of known alcohol concentration, and a reference gas tank identification module operable to identify a reference gas tank that is coupled to the breath alcohol device calibration system. Identification is performed using at least one distinguishing characteristic of the coupled tank, the distinguishing characteristic providing reference gas tank information including at least the known alcohol concentration of gas in the reference gas tank. The reference gas tank identification module is further operable to read a temperature history of the tank from an electronic device coupled to the tank, and to indicate an error condition if the temperature history of the tank indicates temperatures below a first temperature threshold over the tank's recent temperature history to potentially result in incomplete mixing of the reference gas. 1. A breath alcohol device calibration system , comprising:a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate an alcohol detection element of a candidate breath alcohol device using a reference gas of known alcohol concentration; anda reference gas tank identification module operable to identify a reference gas tank that is coupled to the breath alcohol device calibration system using at least one distinguishing characteristic of the coupled tank, the distinguishing characteristic providing reference gas tank information including at least the known alcohol concentration of gas in the reference gas tank.2. The breath alcohol device calibration system of claim 1 , wherein the reference gas tank identification module is operable to read at least one of an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) claim 1 , barcode claim 1 , NFC (Near Field Communication) claim 1 , QR code claim 1 , or two-dimensional barcode attached to the reference gas tank that is coupled to the breath alcohol ...

SET SCREW CONNECTOR WITH ANTI-BACKOUT LOCK

An electrical connector is configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface of an electrical device. The electrical connector includes a terminal block having a connecting aperture and a threaded aperture. The connecting aperture is configured to receive the electrical conductor. The electrical connector also includes a fastener having threads receivable within the threaded aperture. The fastener is configured to move in a first rotational direction relative to the threaded aperture. The electrical connector further includes a lock configured to be positioned between the electrical conductor and the fastener to engage the electrical conductor and the fastener. Rotation of the fastener in the first rotational direction causes the lock to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block. 1. An electrical connector configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface of an electrical device , the electrical connector comprising:a terminal block including a connecting aperture and a threaded aperture, the connecting aperture configured to receive the electrical conductor;a fastener including threads receivable within the threaded aperture, the fastener configured to move in a first rotational direction relative to the threaded aperture; anda lock configured to be positioned between the electrical conductor and the fastener to engage the electrical conductor and the fastener, rotation of the fastener in the first rotational direction causing the lock to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block.2. The electrical connector of claim 1 , wherein the lock is sized to be receivable within the threaded aperture.3. The electrical connector of claim 2 , wherein the lock includes a first side having teeth claim 2 , and wherein the teeth of the first side are configured to engage one of the fastener and the electrical conductor.4. The electrical connector of claim 3 , wherein the ...

Set screw connector with anti-backout lock

An electrical connector is configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface. The electrical connector includes a terminal block having a connecting aperture, a threaded aperture, and a channel. At least a portion of the threaded aperture is positioned between the channel and the connecting aperture. The connecting aperture is configured to receive the electrical conductor. The electrical connector includes a fastener having threads receivable within the threaded aperture. The fastener is configured to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block. The electrical connector includes a lock receivable within the channel to inhibit unintentional movement of the fastener relative to the terminal block.

METHOD FOR ENCODING A PACKAGING CONTAINER, AND ENCODED PACKAGING CONTAINER FOR CONSUMER GOODS

The invention relates to a method for encoding a dimensionally stable packaging container or an associated constituent made of plastics material, wherein the packaging container is suitable for storing consumer goods such as food, detergents, etc., wherein a film-shaped, flat plastics material for forming the three-dimensional packaging container or the associated constituent is deep-drawn using a tool mold while, at a plurality of positions, the outer sides or the inner sides thereof undergo a first shape-changing treatment acting on the first surface thereof for producing a plurality of three-dimensional codes. 1. Method for encoding a dimensionally stable packaging container or an associated constituent made of plastics material , wherein the packaging container is suitable for storing consumer goods , characterized in thata film-shaped, flat plastics material for forming the three-dimensional packaging container or the associated constituent is deep-drawn using a tool mold while, at a plurality of positions, the outer sides or the inner sides thereof undergo a first shape-changing treatment acting on the first surface thereof for producing a plurality of three-dimensional codes.2. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that:in a preceding method step, data from at least one two-dimensional code pattern are converted by means of a data conversion device into data of a three-dimensional code pattern, taking into account a contour of the packaging container or the associated constituent.3. Method according to claim 2 , characterized in that:the three-dimensional code pattern is incorporated into second surfaces of the tool mold or mold inserts that can be arranged therein by means of a device for a non-contact processing method, in such a way that, during a second shape-changing treatment, the surface depressions and/or surface elevations are contained in the second surface in the form of tiny dots or other tiny cross-sectional areas.4. Method according to ...

METHOD FOR CODING A CONTAINER AND CODED CONTAINER

The invention relates to a method for coding a dimensionally stable packaging container or an associated component made of a plastics-based and/or paper-based material composition, the packaging container being suitable for storing consumer goods such as food, washing agents, etc., wherein, during a shape-forming process for forming the three-dimensional packaging container or the associated component by means of a shaping tool mold, at least one outer and/or inner side undergoes, in at least one position, a shape-changing treatment acting on its first surface in order to produce at least one three-dimensional code. 1. Method for coding a dimensionally stable packaging container or an associated component made of a plastics-based and/or paper-based material composition , the packaging container being suitable for storing consumer goods , characterized in that:during a shape-forming process for forming the three-dimensional packaging container or the associated component by means of a shaping tool mold, at least one outer and/or inner side undergoes, in at least one position, a shape-changing treatment acting on its first surface in order to produce at least one three-dimensional code.2. Method according to claim 1 , characterized in that:in a preceding method step, data from at least one two-dimensional code pattern are converted by means of a data conversion device into data of a three-dimensional code pattern, taking into account a contour of the packaging container or the associated component.3. Method according to claim 2 , characterized in that:the three-dimensional code pattern is incorporated, by means of a device for a contact-free processing method, into second surfaces of the tool mold or mold inserts that can be arranged therein, in such a way that in a further deformation treatment the surface depressions and/or elevations are contained in the second surface in the form of tiny dots or other tiny cross-sectional areas.4. Method according to claim 3 , ...

DUAL SENSOR TYPES IN BREATH ALCOHOL DETECTION

Embodiments include breath intoxicant monitoring systems and methods of operating a breath intoxicant monitoring system. In an embodiment, a breath intoxicant monitoring system, includes a first detection element, a second detection element, and a control module. The first detection element can be operable to detect a level of an intoxicant in a user's breath and to provide a continuous signal indicating the level of intoxicant. The second detection element can be operable to detect a level of the intoxicant. The second detection element includes a different type of element than the first detection element. The second detection element can have greater accuracy than the first detection element. The control module to selectively operate the second detection element based on the signal received from the first detection element, and to indicate whether the level of intoxicant in the user's breath exceeds a threshold. Other embodiments are also included herein. 1. A breath intoxicant monitoring system , comprising:a first detection element operable to detect a level of an intoxicant in a user's breath, the first detection element operable to provide a continuous signal indicating a level of intoxicant in a user's breath;a second detection element operable to detect a level of the intoxicant in the user's breath, the second detection element comprising a different type of element than the first detection element, where the second detection element has greater accuracy than the first detection element; anda control module operable to receive a signal from the first and second detection elements indicating the level of intoxicant in the user's breath, to selectively operate the second detection element based on the signal received from the first detection element, and to indicate whether the level of intoxicant in the user's breath measured from at least one of the first and second detection elements exceeds a threshold.2. The breath intoxicant monitoring system of claim 1 ...

Verification of Time Signals

A method is proposed for verification of time data from a time signal modulated on a continuous carrier signal with steps to receive a first time signal with a first reference time, to receive a second time signal with a second reference time, which follows the first reference time in time, for calculation of the target time interval lying between the reference times from the time data contained in the received time signal, to determine a time interval and determine a reference time interval, using counting of periods of the continuous carrier signal within the time interval, for comparison of the target time interval with the reference time interval and to send an error signal, if the deviation determined by the comparison surpasses a stipulated tolerance value. 1. A method for verification of time data from time signals modulated on a continuous carrier signal , comprising:receiving a first time signal with a first reference time;receiving a second time signal with a second reference time which follows the first reference time in time;calculating a target time interval lying between the first reference time and the second reference time from the time data contained in the received first and second time signals;determining a time interval and a reference time interval by counting of periods of the continuous carrier signal within the time interval;comparing the target time interval with the reference time interval; andoutputting an error signal, if the deviation determined by the comparison surpasses a stipulated tolerance value.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , for verification of time data from the first and second time signals transmitted in a fixed time grid for determination of the reference time interval claim 1 , the method further includes counting periods of the period carrier signal in the time interval between the first and second reference times of the received first and second time signals.3. The method according to claim 1 , ...

Secure data handling in a breath alcohol calibration station

A breath alcohol device calibration system includes a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate a breath alcohol device, and an interface operable to couple the breath alcohol device to a remote server. The interface uses a connection employing a cryptographic function such that data stored on the breath alcohol device can be securely transferred from the breath alcohol device to the remote server using the calibration system. The interface is further operable to transfer data stored on the breath alcohol device from the breath alcohol device to the remote server directly without storing the data in nonvolatile storage on the calibration station.

Vanadium Doped SiC Single Crystals and Method Thereof

A sublimation grown SiC single crystal includes vanadium dopant incorporated into the SiC single crystal structure via introduction of a gaseous vanadium compound into a growth environment of the SiC single crystal during growth of the SiC single crystal. 1. A method of growing vanadium-doped SiC single crystals comprising:(a) providing a growth crucible having SiC source material and a SiC single crystal seed in spaced relation therein;(b) heating the growth crucible of step (a) such that the SiC source material is heated to sublimation and a temperature gradient forms between the SiC source material and the SiC single crystal seed that causes the sublimated SiC source material to be transported to and precipitate on the SiC single crystal seed thereby growing a SiC crystal on the SiC single crystal seed; and(c) concurrent with step (b), introducing into the growth crucible a doping gas mixture that includes a carrier gas and a gaseous vanadium compound such that the growing SiC crystal is doped during the growth thereof with vanadium from the gaseous vanadium compound.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the carrier gas includes an inert gas and hydrogen.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the gaseous vanadium compound includes a halogen.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the gaseous vanadium compound is vanadium chloride (VCl) claim 3 , where n=2 claim 3 , 3 claim 3 , or 4.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein:{'sub': 'n', 'the gaseous vanadium compound is vapors of the VCl; and'}{'sub': 'n', 'the doping gas mixture of step (c) is comprised of the VClvapors mixed with the carrier gas.'}6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the VClvapors are mixed with the carrier gas by passage of the carrier gas through a pool of liquid VCl.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the VClvapors are mixed with the carrier gas outside the growth crucible.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , during step (c) claim 1 , the gaseous vanadium compound undergoes dissociation releasing ...

Mechanical grounding clamp

A mechanical grounding clamp includes a body, having an upper plate defining a threaded hole therethrough and having an outer surface, a lower plate spaced apart from the upper plate and having an inner surface, and a connecting plate connecting the upper plate to the lower plate; a set screw mateable with the threaded hole in the upper plate and having a proximate end and a distal end, the distal end extendable through the threaded hole of the upper plate and toward the inner surface of the lower plate. There may be a nut on the set screw for driving toward the upper plate to secure a grounding conductor to the body. Optionally there is a cap defining a set screw hole therethrough and having an inner surface, the cap affixable to the outer surface of the upper plate with the set screw passing through the set screw hole; the nut may secure the cap to the upper plate.

SET SCREW CONNECTOR WITH ANTI-BACKOUT LOCK

An electrical connector is configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface of an electrical device. The electrical connector includes a terminal block having a connecting aperture and a threaded aperture. The connecting aperture is configured to receive the electrical conductor. The electrical connector includes a locking fastener having threads to be receivable within the threaded aperture. The locking fastener is configured to move in a first rotational direction to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block. The locking fastener is configured to move in a second rotational direction to release the electrical conductor from the terminal block. The electrical connector includes a lock engaging the locking fastener in a locked position to inhibit movement of the locking fastener in the second direction. The lock disengages the locking fastener in an unlocked position to permit movement of the locking fastener in the second direction. 1. An electrical connector configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface of an electrical device , the electrical connector comprising:a terminal block including a connecting aperture, a threaded aperture, and a lock aperture, the connecting aperture configured to receive the electrical conductor, the lock aperture having an opening providing communication between the lock aperture and the threaded aperture;a locking fastener including threads to be receivable within the threaded aperture, the locking fastener configured to move in a first rotational direction to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block, the locking fastener configured to move in a second rotational direction to release the electrical conductor from the terminal block; anda lock including a shaft defining a longitudinal axis, the lock receivable within the lock aperture of the terminal block and moveable along the longitudinal axis, the lock moveable between ...

SET SCREW CONNECTOR WITH ANTI-BACKOUT LOCK

An electrical connector is configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface. The electrical connector includes a terminal block having a connecting aperture and a threaded aperture. The connecting aperture is configured to receive the electrical conductor. The electrical connector also includes a fastener having threads receivable within the threaded aperture. The fastener is configured to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block. The electrical connector further includes a lock selectively receivable within a slot of the fastener to inhibit unintentional movement of the fastener relative to the terminal block. 1. An electrical connector configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface , the electrical connector comprising:a terminal block including a connecting aperture and a threaded aperture, the connecting aperture configured to receive the electrical conductor;a fastener including threads receivable within the threaded aperture, the fastener configured to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block; anda lock selectively receivable within a slot of the fastener to inhibit unintentional movement of the fastener relative to the terminal block.2. The electrical connector of claim 1 , wherein the slot is a first slot of a plurality of slots of the fastener claim 1 , and wherein the lock is receivable within one of the plurality of slots to inhibit movement of the fastener relative to the terminal block.3. The electrical connector of claim 1 , wherein the fastener includes a side surface claim 1 , and wherein the threads and the slot are formed on the side surface.4. The electrical connector of claim 1 , wherein the lock is selectively spaced from the slot such that the fastener is configured to release the electrical conductor from the terminal block.5. The electrical connector of claim 4 , wherein the terminal block includes a channel claim 4 , and wherein ...

Verification of Time Information transmitted by Time Signals or Time Telegrams

A method is proposed for verification of time data from a time signal modulated on a continuous carrier signal with steps to receive a first time signal with a first reference time, to receive a second time signal with a second reference time, which follows the first reference time in time, for calculation of the target time interval lying between the reference times from the time data contained in the received time signal, to determine a time interval and determine a reference time interval, using counting of periods of the continuous carrier signal within the time interval, for comparison of the target time interval with the reference time interval and to send an error signal, if the deviation determined by the comparison surpasses a stipulated tolerance value.

FAULT-TOLERANT BREATH ALCOHOL CALIBRATION STATION AND METHOD

A breath alcohol device calibration system includes a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate a breath alcohol device, and an interface operable to couple the breath alcohol device to a remote server. The interface uses a connection employing a cryptographic function such that data stored on the breath alcohol device can be securely transferred from the breath alcohol device to the remote server using the calibration system. The interface is further operable to transfer data stored on the breath alcohol device from the breath alcohol device to the remote server directly without storing the data in nonvolatile storage on the calibration station. 121-. (canceled)22. A method of operating a breath alcohol calibration system , comprising:connecting the breath alcohol calibration system to a breath alcohol device for calibration;downloading data stored on the breath alcohol device to a remote server through a connection between the remote server and the breath alcohol device using the calibration system;before calibrating the breath alcohol device, installing calibration firmware on the breath alcohol device;executing a calibration procedure comprising calibrating the breath alcohol device;after calibrating the breath alcohol device, installing operational firmware on the breath alcohol device;wherein the operational firmware is configured to determine a breath alcohol concentration of a user's breath sample and the determination of blood alcohol concentration allows a vehicle connected to the breath alcohol device to start if the breath alcohol concentration of the user is below a threshold;wherein the calibration firmware is configured to perform functions specific to calibrating an alcohol-sensing element of the breath alcohol detector; andwherein the calibration firmware is not configured make the determination of blood alcohol concentration that allows the vehicle connected to the breath alcohol device to start if the breath alcohol concentration of ...

Self-contained cryothetrapy and suction system

A method for treating wounds, comprised of the application of reduced pressure to a wound site and alteration of the temperature over said wound. A system for wound healing, comprising: a substantial impermeable drape sized to cover and enclose the wound creating a reservoir and adapted to maintain reduced pressure at the site of the wound; a sterilizable porous cooling pad incorporated into a wound sponge adapted to provide localized cooling to said wound, said cooling pad located between said wound and said cover or over the drape; a reduced pressure supply mechanism capable of providing subatmosphere pressure over said wound site.

Method and apparatus for determining a coefficient of friction at a test site on a surface of a contact lens

The present invention relates to a method and an apparatus ( 5 ) for determining a coefficient of friction at a test site ( 11 ) on a surface ( 10 ) of a contact lens ( 1 ). The apparatus comprises: a lens holder ( 2 ) arranged at least partially in a receptacle ( 6 ); a slide ( 4 ) comprising a counter surface ( 40 ) made of lapped aluminum for contacting the test site ( 11 ); a load generator ( 7 ) configured to apply a predetermined normal load (Fn) between the counter surface ( 40 ) and the test site; a drive ( 8 ) configured to generate a sliding movement between the counter surface ( 40 ) and the contact lens in direction located in a plane perpendicular to the normal load (Fn); and a force sensor ( 9 ) configured to measure a tangential frictional force (Ft) between the test site and the counter surface ( 40 ) along the direction of the sliding movement.

Method for monitoring surrounding area of vehicle utilized for transport of e.g. goods, involves generating entire image, where course of boundary lines is given such that lines run away from objects depending on positions of objects

The method involves detecting a surrounding area (U) of a vehicle (F) and objects (O1, O2) e.g. person, present in the area by image detecting units (1, 2). An entire image (G) is generated from detected individual images, where the entire image shows the vehicle and the area of the vehicle in a bird's eye view. A course of boundary lines (L1-L3) is given in such a manner that the lines run away from the objects depending on determined positions of the objects in the entire image between individual images regions (EB1, EB2), where the lines extend from an origin to an edge of the entire image.

Method for monitoring an environment of a vehicle

The invention relates to a method for monitoring an environment (U) or a vehicle (F), wherein the environment (U) objects (O1, O2) present therein are registered by at least a first image capturing unit (1) and a second image capturing unit (2), the capture regions thereof overlapping at least partially and forming an overlapping region, wherein a total image (G) that shows the vehicle (F) and the environment thereof (U) from a bird's eye view is created from individual images captured by the image capturing units (1, 2) by means of an image processing unit. Depending on the determined positions of the objects (O1, O2) in the total image (G) between a first individual image region (EB1) and a second individual image region (EB2), there is a course of at least one border line (L1 to L3), extending from an origin to the image edge of the total image, such that the border line (L1 to L3) runs away from the objects (O1, O2).

Method for monitoring an environment of a vehicle

A method for monitoring an environment (U) of a vehicle (F), wherein the environment (U) and objects (O 1 , O 2 ) present therein are detected by means of at least a first image detection unit ( 1 ) and a second image detection unit ( 2 ), of which the detection regions overlap at least partially and form an overlap region, wherein an overall image (G) is produced from individual images detected by means of the image detection units ( 1, 2 ) by means of an image processing unit, the overall image (G) showing the vehicle (F) and its environment (U) from a bird's eye view. There is a progression of at least one boundary line (L 1 to L 3 ) which extends from an origin to the image edge of the overall image in such a way that the boundary line (L 1 to L 3 ) extends away from the objects (O 1 , O 2 ).

Method and device for driver assistance when maneuvering a vehicle or vehicle combination

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren und eine Vorrichtung zur Fahrerunterstützung beim Rangieren eines Fahrzeuges oder Fahrzeuggespanns (1), welches gegeneinander knickbare Fahrzeugelemente (2, 3) aufweist. Das Verfahren sieht vor, dass ein künftiger Fahrverlauf (11) prognostiziert wird, welcher angibt, an welcher Position das Fahrzeug oder Fahrzeuggespann (1) eine geradlinige Stellung (12) erreichen wird. The invention relates to a method and a device for driver assistance when maneuvering a vehicle or vehicle combination (1), which has mutually bendable vehicle elements (2, 3). The method provides that a future driving course (11) is predicted, which indicates at which position the vehicle or vehicle combination (1) will reach a rectilinear position (12).

Method and device for driver assistance when maneuvering a vehicle or vehicle combination

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren und eine Vorrichtung zur Fahrerunterstützung beim Rangieren eines Fahrzeuges oder Fahrzeuggespanns (1), welches gegenseitig bewegbare Fahrzeugelemente (2, 3) aufweist. Das Verfahren sieht vor, dass auf einer Anzeigeeinheit (A) das Fahrzeug oder Fahrzeuggespann (1) in gerader Stellung mit einem die gerade Stellung der Fahrzeugelemente (2, 3) entsprechenden statischen Anzeigeelement (4) und zusätzlich mit jeweils einem dem jeweiligen Fahrzeugelement (2, 3) zugeordneten dynamischen Anzeigeelement (6, 7), das in Abhängigkeit einer momentanen oder zukünftigen Stellung der gegenseitig bewegbaren Fahrzeugelemente (2, 3) ermittelt wird, angezeigt werden. Dabei werden die dynamischen Anzeigeelemente (6, 7) um ein Vielfaches verstärkt und farblich hervorgehoben angezeigt. The invention relates to a method and a device for driver assistance when maneuvering a vehicle or vehicle combination (1), which has mutually movable vehicle elements (2, 3). The method provides that on a display unit (A), the vehicle or vehicle combination (1) in a straight position with a static display element (4) corresponding to the straight position of the vehicle elements (2, 3) and additionally with one respective vehicle element (2 , 3) associated dynamic display element (6, 7), which is determined in dependence on a current or future position of the mutually movable vehicle elements (2, 3) are displayed. The dynamic display elements (6, 7) are amplified by a multiple and displayed highlighted in color.

Phenylketene acetals, process for their preparation and fungicides containing them

1. Claims for the contracting States BE, CH, DE, FR, GB, IT, LI, NL, SE A phenylketene acetal of the formula (1) : see diagramm : EP0071095,P7,F3 where : R**1 is alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, cycloalkyl of 3 to 8 carbon atoms, naphthyl or phenyl, the phenyl radical being unsubstituted or mono- or polysubstituted by alkyl or alkoxy, each having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, trifluoromethyl or phenoxy ; R**2 is hydrogen, alkyl or alkoxy, each having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, fluorine, chlorine, bromine or trifluoromethyl ; n is 1 or 2 ; Y is N ; and X is O or S, and its salts and metal complexes. 1. Claims for the contracting State : AT A fungicide containing a phenylketene acetal of the formula (1) : see diagramm : EP0071095,P7,F4 where : R**1 is alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, cycloalkyl of 3 to 8 carbon atoms, naphthyl or phenyl, the phenyl radical being unsubstituted or mono- or polysubstituted by alkyl or alkoxy, each having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, trifluoromethyl or phenoxy ; R**2 is hydrogen, alkyl or alkoxy, each having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, fluorine, chlorine, bromine or trifluoromethyl ; n is 1 or 2 ; Y is N ; and X is O or S, or a salt or metal complex thereof.

Mouldable biodegradable polymer

Phospholipid gel

Disclosed is a phospholipin gel which is stabilised against liquefying by adding a tetrahydric, pentahydric or hexahydric alcohol or sugar. The gel can be used for producing cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations.

Barrier film

A barrier composition which is injection mouldable and able to be made into a transparent film or incorporated (by co-extrusion and/or lamination) into multi-layer film products, the composition on dry basis: a) from 45 to 90% by weight of a starch and/or a modified starch selected from starches modified by reaction with a hydroxyl alkyl group, an acetate or a dicarboxylic acid anhydride or a grafting polymer; b) from 4 to 12% by weight of a water soluble polymer selected from polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinylacetate, and copolymers of ethylene and vinylalcohol which have a melting point compatible with the molten state of the starch components c) from 5 to 45% by weight of a non-crystallising mixture of sorbitol and at least one other plasticizer selected from glycerol, maltitol, xylitol, mannitol, glycerol trioleate, epoxidised linseed or soybean oil, tributyl citrate, acetyl tri-ethyl citrate, glyceryl triacetate, 2,2,4-trimethyl-1 ,3-pentanediol diisobutyrate; polyethylene oxide or polyethylene glycol; d) from 0.3 to 2.5 % by weight of a C12-22 fatty acid or salt; e) from 0.25% to 3% of an emulsifier system having a hydrophilic lipophilic balance value between 2 and 10. The barrier film may be co-injection moulded with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or polylactic acid (PLA) for blow moulding into beverage bottles, with polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) or biodegradable polymers for high gas-barrier containers or closures, or may be co-extruded with polyethylene, polypropylene or polylactic acid for thin film packaging applications or for blow-moulded containers.

Mouldable biodegradable polymer

A biodegradable injection mouldable polymer composition including on a dry weight basis from 45-85% w/w by weight of a starch and/or a modified high amylose starch, from 2-15% w/w by weight of a water soluble polymer preferably selected from polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinyl acetate and copolymers of ethylene and vinyl alcohol which have a melting point compatible with the molten state of the starch components, and from 5-45% w/w by weight of one or more polyol plasticizers having a molecular weight in the range of 50-6000, more preferably 50-2500, and still more preferably 100-400 and preferably selected from the group consisting of sorbitol, glycerol, maltitol, xylitol, mannitol, erythritol, polyglycerol, glycerol trioleate, tributyl citrate, acetyl tri-ethyl citrate, glyceryl triacetate, 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol diisobutyrate, polyethylene oxide, ethylene glycol, diethylene glycol or polyethylene glycol; more preferably glycerol, maltitol, sorbitol, erythritol and xylitol. The composition is preferably substantially soluble in water.

SUBSTITUTED AZOLYL-GLYCOLSULFONATES, THESE FUNGICIDES CONTAINING THEM AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

Method for monitoring motor drive system for e.g. diesel engine mounted in motor car, involves detecting error in overrun mode, if overrun maximum tolerable control variable is smaller than read-back control variable of power amplifier

The method involves comparing overrun maximum tolerable control variable with read back control variable of a power amplifier (4). The read back control variable is set corresponding to predetermined total torque for operating the drive motor (2). An error is detected in the overrun mode, if the overrun maximum tolerable control variable is smaller than the read-back control variable of power amplifier. Independent claims are included for the following: (1) computing device for monitoring drive system; (2) drive system; (3) computer program for monitoring drive system; and (4) computer program product for monitoring drive system for drive motor.

Set screw connector with anti-backout lock

An electrical connector is configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface of an electrical device. The electrical connector includes a terminal block having a connecting aperture and a threaded aperture. The connecting aperture is configured to receive the electrical conductor. The electrical connector includes a locking fastener having threads to be receivable within the threaded aperture. The locking fastener is configured to move in a first rotational direction to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block. The locking fastener is configured to move in a second rotational direction to release the electrical conductor from the terminal block. The electrical connector includes a lock engaging the locking fastener in a locked position to inhibit movement of the locking fastener in the second direction. The lock disengages the locking fastener in an unlocked position to permit movement of the locking fastener in the second direction.

System and method for three dimensional calibration of force plates

A method for calibrating a force platform includes, providing a force platform and applying an nXm grid on a top surface of the force platform via a computing device. Next, applying p known loads on each of the nXm grid points of the top surface along a Z-axis being perpendicular to the X and Y axes and along the X and Y axes. Next, taking multipoint measurements at each grid point and for each applied known load along the X,Y and Z axes and generating six measured output signals, exact position coordinates and applied known load magnitude for each grid point. Next, assembling an array of nXmXp of six equations with six unknown for each grid point and applied known load and then solving the assembled equations and deriving a position and load specific calibration matrix for each grid point.

Ketene o,o-acetals and their preparation

Abstract of the Disclosure: Useful novel ketene 0,0-acetals of the formula I

Packaging and vacuum wrapping machine for goods

The machine (10) has a container carrying bags (1) into which material is introduced by filling nozzles (19-21). These nozzles are followed by a weighing device (22) and an adjustment nozzle (23) to make up the weight. A vibrating conveyor wheel (12) conveys bags to and from evacuation wheels (14) with hoods (40) and evacuation chambers (30). There is a sealing station (24) at the end of the main conveyor.

Method and device for operating a drive unit

In a method and a device for operating a drive unit, a first output variable of the drive unit is restricted; a setpoint value of a second output variable of the drive unit is specified; and an actual value of the second output variable of the drive unit is determined. The setpoint value is compared with the actual value, and if it is determined that the actual value does not exceed the setpoint value, then the first output variable is restricted to a first value. If it is determined that the actual value exceeds the setpoint value, then the first output variable is restricted to a second value smaller than the first value.

Method and apparatus for operating a drive unit

Es werden ein Verfahren und eine Vorrichtung zum Betreiben einer Antriebseinheit, insbesondere eines Kraftfahrzeugs, vorgeschlagen, bei denen eine erste Ausgangsgröße (Msoll) der Antriebseinheit begrenzt wird. Ein Sollwert einer zweiten Ausgangsgröße der Antriebseinheit wird vorgegeben. Ein Istwert der zweiten Ausgangsgröße der Antriebseinheit wird ermittelt. Der Sollwert wird mit dem Istwert verglichen. Für den Fall, in dem kein Überschreiten des Sollwertes durch den Istwert festgestellt wird, wird die erste Ausgangsgröße (Msoll) auf einen ersten Wert (Mzul) begrenzt. Für den Fall, in dem ein Überschreiten des Sollwertes durch den Istwert festgestellt wird, wird die erste Ausgangsgröße (Msoll) auf einen zweiten Wert kleiner als der erste Wert (Mzul) begrenzt.

System and method for three dimensional calibration of force plates

A method for calibrating a force platform includes, providing a force platform and applying an nXm grid on a top surface of the force platform via a computing device. Next, applying p known loads on each of the nXm grid points of the top surface along a Z-axis being perpendicular to the X and Y axes and along the X and Y axes. Next, taking multipoint measurements at each grid point and for each applied known load along the X,Y and Z axes and generating six measured output signals, exact position coordinates and applied known load magnitude for each grid point. Next, assembling an array of nXmXp of six equations with six unknown for each grid point and applied known load and then solving the assembled equations and deriving a position and load specific calibration matrix for each grid point.

Device and method for calibrating a camera system of a vehicle

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Kalibrierung eines Kamerasystems eines Fahrzeugs. Die Vorrichtung ist dazu ausgeführt, ein Kamerasystem während der Bewegung des Fahrzeugs durch eine Werksumgebung ohne speziell angebrachte Targets zu kalibrieren. Dazu wird eine Datenbank verwendet, welche Merkmale der Werksumgebung und zugehörige Positionsinformationen umfasst. Die Datenbank kann mit jeder Kalibrierung eines Kamerasystems aktualisiert werden. Die Weiterleitung der Datenbank zwischen erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtungen zur Kalibrierung von Kamerasystemen ermöglicht eine sukzessive Verbesserung der Datenbank. The invention relates to a device for calibrating a camera system of a vehicle. The device is designed to calibrate a camera system during movement of the vehicle through a factory environment without specially attached targets. For this purpose, a database is used which includes features of the plant environment and associated position information. The database can be updated with every calibration of a camera system. The forwarding of the database between devices according to the invention for calibration of camera systems enables a successive improvement of the database.

Method for coding a packaging container and coded packaging container for consumer goods

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Codieren eines formstabilen Verpackungsbehälters oder eines zugehörigen Bestandteils aus Kunststoffmaterial (1), wobei der Verpackungsbehälter für die Aufbewahrung von Konsumgütern, wie Lebensmittel, Waschmittel etc. geeignet ist, wobei ein folienförmiges, flaches Kunststoffmaterial (1) zur Bildung des dreidimensionalen Verpackungsbehälters oder des zugehörigen Bestandteils mit einer Werkzeugform (5) tiefgezogen wird, während seine Außenseiten (12a, 12b, 12c) oder Innenseiten an einer Mehrzahl an Positionen eine auf ihre erste Oberfläche einwirkende erste Formveränderungsbehandlung zur Herstellung einer Mehrzahl an dreidimensionalen Codes (2a - 2d; 3a, 3b) erfahren.

Set screw connector with anti-backout lock

Method for determining a chain of keys, method for transmitting a partial chain of the keys, computer system and chip card

The invention relates to a method for determining a resultant chain (404) of keys, having the following steps: a first chain (400) of first keys is determined, wherein a predecessor key can be calculated from each successor key in the first chain by using a first function, wherein the first function is a one-way function or a one-way trapdoor function; a second chain (402) of second keys is determined by iteratively using a second function, wherein the second function is a one-way function or a one-way trapdoor function, wherein at least one first key in the first chain and one second key in the second chain are respectively used to calculate each key in the resultant chain.

Azole derivatives, process for their preparation and fungicides containing them

1. Claims for the Contracting States : BE, CH, LI, DE, FR, GB, IT, NL, SE A compound of the general formula 1 see diagramm : EP0069289,P10,F1 where R**1 is tert.-butyl or phenyl, R**2 is hydrogen, phenyl, phenoxy or thiophenoxy, phenyl, phenoxy or thiophenoxy being optionally mono- or polysubstituted by halogen or phenoxy, R**3 is methyl, and Y denotes N. 1. Claims for the Contracting State : AT A fungicide containing a compound of the general formula 1 see diagramm : EP0069289,P10,F3 where R**1 is tert.-butyl or phenyl, R**2 is hydrogen, phenyl, phenoxy or thiophenoxy, phenyl, phenoxy or thiophenoxy being optionally mono- or polysubstituted by halogen or phenoxy, R**3 is methyl, and Y denotes N.

Barrier film

A barrier composition which is injection mouldable and able to be made into a transparent film or incorporated (by co-extrusion and/or lamination) into multi-layer film products, the composition on dry basis: a) from 45 to 90% by weight of a starch and/or a modified starch selected from starches modified by reaction with a hydroxyl alkyl group, an acetate or a dicarboxylic acid anhydride or a grafting polymer; b) from 4 to 12% by weight of a water soluble polymer selected from polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinylacetate, and copolymers of ethylene and vinylalcohol which have a melting point compatible with the molten state of the starch components c) from 5 to 45% by weight of a non-crystallising mixture of sorbitol and at least one other plasticizer selected from glycerol, maltitol, xylitol, mannitol, glycerol trioleate, epoxidised linseed or soybean oil, tributyl citrate, acetyl tri-ethyl citrate, glyceryl triacetate, 2,2,4-trimethyl-1 ,3-pentanediol diisobutyrate; polyethylene oxide or polyethylene glycol; d) from 0.3 to 2.5 % by weight of a C12-22 fatty acid or salt; e) from 0.25% to 3% of an emulsifier system having a hydrophilic lipophilic balance value between 2 and 10. The barrier film may be co-injection moulded with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) or polylactic acid (PLA) for blow moulding into beverage bottles, with polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) or biodegradable polymers for high gas-barrier containers or closures, or may be co-extruded with polyethylene, polypropylene or polylactic acid for thin film packaging applications or for blow-moulded containers.

Method and system for identifying a packaging material for recycling

Verfahren zum Identifizieren eines Verpackungsmaterials für das Recycling, umfassend die Schritte:a. Bereitstellen eines Behältnisses zur Verpackung eines Produktes mit einem behältnisinhärenten Code;b. Anlegen eines dem behältnisinhärentem Code zugeordneten Eintrags in einer Datenbank, wobei der Eintrag zumindest Daten über bei der Produktion des Behältnisses verwendeten Verpackungsmaterialien enthält;c. Bereitstellen zumindest einer Ausleseeinrichtung zum Auslesen des behältnisinhärenten Codes;d. Auslesen des behältnisinhärenten Codes;e. Abfragen der Daten des Eintrags aus der Datenbank für das Recycling des Behältnisses. A method of identifying a packaging material for recycling, comprising the steps of:a. providing a container for packaging a product with a code inherent in the container; b. Creation of an entry associated with the code inherent in the container in a database, the entry containing at least data on the packaging materials used in the production of the container;c. providing at least one reading device for reading the code inherent in the container;d. reading the code inherent in the container; e. Querying the data of the entry from the database for the recycling of the container.

Phospholipid gel

A találmány egy foszfolipidgélre vonatkozik, amely - 5-60 tömeg%-ban legalább egy foszfolipidet; - legalább 1 tömeg%-ban legalább egy 2- vagy 3- értékű C2-4-alkoholt; - 0,5-35 tömeg-banlegalább egy 4-, 5- vagy 6- értékű alkoholt és/vagy legalább egycukrot; és - adott esetben egy vagy több adalékanyagot és 100 tömeg%-ra kiegészítő mennyiségben vizet tartalmaz, A találmány vonatkozik afoszfolipidgélt tartalmazó koztmetikai és gyógyászati készítményekre,a foszfolipoidgél alkalmazására, valamint annak előállítására is. Ó The present invention relates to a phospholipid gel comprising at least one phospholipid in an amount of from 5 to 60% by weight; - at least 1% by weight of at least one C2-4 alcohol of 2- or 3-value; 0.5 to 35% by weight of at least one 4-, 5- or 6- alcohol and / or at least one sugar; The present invention also relates to cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions containing a phospholipid gel, to the use of the phospholipid gel and to its preparation. SHE

Method for operating a motor control device for a drive system

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Betreiben eines Antriebsmotors (2) eines Antriebssystems (1), mit folgenden Schritten: – Bereitstellen einer Ansteuergröße (M Soll ), die abhängig von einer oder mehreren Zustandsgrößen (Z) des Antriebssystems (1) und abhängig von einer Vorgabegröße (V) ermittelt wird, an eine Endstufe (4) zum Betreiben des Antriebsmotors (2); – Rücklesen der zuvor an die Endstufe (4) bereitgestellten Ansteuergröße (M Soll ) aus der Endstufe (4), um eine rückgelesene Ansteuergröße (A Rück ) zu erhalten; – Ermitteln eines rückgerechneten Moments (M Rück ) aus der rückgelesenen Ansteuergröße (A Rück ); – Vergleichen des rückgerechneten Moments (M Rück ) und eines vorgegebenen Überwachungsmoments (M U ); – Bereitstellen der Ansteuergröße (A) oder einer aus dem Überwachungsmoment (M U ) ermittelten Ersatzansteuergröße (A Fehler ) an die Endstufe (4) abhängig von einem Ergebnis des Vergleichens, um den Antriebsmotor (2) zu betreiben. The invention relates to a method for operating a drive motor (2) of a drive system (1), comprising the following steps: - Providing a control variable (M target ), which is determined depending on one or more state variables (Z) of the drive system (1) and dependent on a default variable (V), to an output stage (4) for operating the drive motor (2); - control variable read back of the previously to the output stage (4) provided (M Soll) from the final stage (4), to obtain a read-back control variable (A reverse); - Determining a recalculated torque (M return ) from the read-back control variable (A return ); - comparing the recalculated torque (M return ) and a predetermined monitoring torque (M U ); - Providing the control variable (A) or one of the monitoring torque (M U ) determined Ersatzansteuergröße (A error ) to the power amplifier (4) depending on a result of the comparison to operate the drive motor (2).

Method and device for driver support when routing a vehicle or vehicle combination

The invention relates to a method and device for driver support when routing a vehicle or vehicle combination (1) comprising vehicle elements (2, 3) movable opposite one another. The method provides for a display unit (A) to show the vehicle or vehicle combination (1) in the straight position with a static display element (4) representing the straight position of the vehicle elements (2, 3) and, in addition, one dynamic display element (6, 7) associated with each vehicle element (2, 3) determined as a function of a momentary or future position of the vehicle elements (2, 3) movable opposite one another. The display of the dynamic display elements (6, 7) is amplified by a multiple and emphasized using color.

Methods for the separation of modafinil

The present invention is directed to a process for the isolation of the enantiomeric forms of modafinil with high enantiomeric purity and high overall yields by means of a continuous chromatographic process.

Method for rejection of flickering lights in an imaging system

A video surveillance system is disclosed which readily distinguishes between changes within an observed scene, caused by the presence of an intruder within the scene, and changes resulting from lighting variations. The video surveillance system implements a retinex-based algorithm for distinguishing the presence of a new object within the scene from changes in scene lighting. Areas of change between a current image (F1) of the scene and a reference image (RF) thereof are identified to produce a difference image. Response to significant differences present in the difference image, the entire current image and a subsequent image (F2) are partitioned into uniform segments (SF1 1 -SF1 n , SF2 1 -SF2 n ), and ratios of changes in light intensity along the edges of the uniform segments are calculated for each partition. If a comparison of the resultant edge ratios between corresponding segments in the images indicates a change in the scene, the process is repeated for at least one subsequent image frame. If similar results are attained, the system signals an alarm condition to a monitoring station or a system operator.

Storage container for electrical components

A storage container includes a jar and a cap removably connected to the jar. The jar has a cavity defined by a first base and a first wall extending upwardly from the first base. A first alignment indicator is disposed on an outer surface of the first wall. A cap is removably connectable to the jar. The cap has an upper portion connected to a lower portion by a connecting member. The lower portion has a second base and a second wall extending downwardly therefrom. A second alignment indicator is disposed on an outer surface of the second wall of the lower portion. The first and second alignment indicators are aligned to substantially prevent misalignment of the cap with respect to the jar when connecting the cap to the jar.

Cmp pad conditioning tool

The present disclosure provides a CMP pad conditioning tool with at least one integral abrasive protrusion. The present disclosure further provides a method for preparing this CMP pad conditioning tool, along with a method for using said tool to condition a CMP pad.

Mouldable biodegradable polymer

DEVICE FOR FILLING AND CLOSING PACKAGING CONTAINERS NOT THAT OF EMPTYING THE SAME

System and method for three dimensional calibration of force plates

A method for calibrating a force platform includes, providing a force platform and applying an nXm grid on a top surface of the force platform via a computing device. Next, applying p known loads on each of the nXm grid points of the top surface along a Z-axis being perpendicular to the X and Y axes and along the X and Y axes. Next, taking multipoint measurements at each grid point and for each applied known load along the X,Y and Z axes and generating six measured output signals, exact position coordinates and applied known load magnitude for each grid point. Next, assembling an array of nXmXp of six equations with six unknown for each grid point and applied known load and then solving the assembled equations and deriving a position and load specific calibration matrix for each grid point.

Method and system for identifying a packaging material for recycling

Method of identifying a packaging material for recycling comprising the steps of: a. Providing a container for packaging a product with a container inherent code; b. Creating an entry in a database associated with the container inherent code, the entry containing at least data on packaging materials used in the production of the container; c. Providing at least one read-out device for reading out the container-inherent code; d. Reading out the container inherent code; e. Retrieving the data of the entry from the database for recycling the container.

Unit dose blister package with keyhole opening

A child-resistant blister package for unit dose products, e.g., medicaments, composed of a blister layer and a cover layer. The blister layer formed of a planar material, e.g., thermoformable or cold-formable webstock, and has plural intersecting perforated line to form plural cells contiguous with the perforated lines. Some or all of the cells of the blister layer have a peripheral planar flanged portion and a blister portion projecting from the flanged portion to form a cavity in which the unit dose product is located. The cover layer is formed of a planar material, e.g., aluminum or other metal foil in either a single layer or laminated, and has plural intersecting perforated line to form plural cells contiguous with those perforated lines. Each cell of the cover layer is the same shape and size as a corresponding cell of the blister layer. The cover layer is fixedly, e.g., adhesively, secured to the blister layer along the flanged portions, with the perforated lines of each being aligned and with the cells of the cover layer being coincident with the cells of the blister layer. A keyhole shaped opening is provided in each cell having a cavity of the blister layer. Each keyhole shaped opening includes an elongated, e.g., 3 mm linear, slit having a pair of ends and a hole, e.g., a 1 mm circular hole, at a first one of the pair of ends of the slit. Each keyhole shaped opening is located in its associated cell of the blister layer so that the first one of the ends of its slit is located adjacent but spaced by a small gap of a predetermined length, e.g., 1 mm, slightly from a perforated line forming an edge of the cell. The hole of each keyhole shaped opening is directed to but spaced, e.g., 4 mm, from the cavity of the associated cell.

Use of water-soluble copolymerizates obtained from monoethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acids and vinylimidazole (derivatives) as water-softening agents.

Des copolymères dont la valeur K est comprise entre 10 et 50 et qui comportent, en tant que monomères caractéristiques à polymériser: (a) entre 99 et 50 % en poids d'acides carboxyliques monoéthyléniquement insaturés avec entre 3 et 8 atomes de C, ou leurs sels; (b) entre 1 et 50 % en poids de N-vinylimidazole ou de N-vinylimidazoles substitués, leurs sels ou produits de quaternisation, peuvent être utilisés pour empêcher la formation du tartre et de produits durcissant l'eau dans les conduites d'eau. Copolymers whose K value is between 10 and 50 and which comprise, as characteristic monomers to be polymerized: (a) between 99 and 50% by weight of monoethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acids with between 3 and 8 C atoms, or their salts; (b) between 1 and 50% by weight of N-vinylimidazole or substituted N-vinylimidazoles, their salts or quaternizations, can be used to prevent the formation of scale and water hardening products in water pipes .

Azolyl halogen-ketene-o,n-acetals, process for their preparation, fungicides containing them and their use as fungicides

1. An azolyl-substituted haloketene O,N-acetal of the formula see diagramm : EP0121183,P8,F3 where R1 is alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms which is unsubstituted or substituted by halogen or by alkoxy of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, or is phenyl which is unsubstituted or monosubstituted to trisubstituted by halogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, alkoxy of 1 to 4 carbon atoms or phenyl, R2 is alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, alkoxy of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, halogen, trifluoromethyl, cyano, phenyl or phenoxy, where the phenyl or phenoxy radical may be unsubstituted or substituted by halogen, C1 -C4 -alkyl or C1 -C4 -alkoxy, n is 0, 1 or 2, X is halogen and Y is N or CH, and its salts.

Cutting tool

MIXTURES OF ALCOXYLATES AND THE WASHING AGENTS THAT CONTAIN THEM.

Alkoxylate mixture contains 0.1-99.9 wt.% alkoxylate(s) (I) of 8-11 carbon (C) alkanol(s) and 0.1-99.9 wt.% alkoxylate(s) (II) of 12-24 C alkanol(s), in which (I) has 1-20 and (II) has 1-50 ethylenoxy groups, (I) and (II) have 0-10, optionally mixed 3-10 C alkylenoxy groups and the ethylenoxy and other alkylenoxy groups have random or alternating distribution or are in 2 or more blocks in any sequence. Alkoxylate mixture contains 0.1-99.9 wt.% alkoxylate(s) (I) and 0.1-99.9 wt.% alkoxylate(s) (II) of the given formulae, in which the ethylenoxy and other alkylenoxy groups have random or alternating distribution or are in 2 or more blocks in any sequence: R1 = CnH2n+1; R2 = CmH2m+1; A = ethylenoxy; B = 3-10 C alkylenoxy or a mixture of such groups; n = 8-11; m = 12-24; x = 1-20; = 1-50; y, w = 0-10 . An Independent claim is also included for production of the alkoxylate mixture by reacting the corresponding alkanols with 2-5 C alkylene oxides under alkoxylation conditions, using a double metal cyanide compound as catalyst, and mixing them before or after alkoxylation or after partial alkoxylation.

Unit dose blister package with keyhole opening

Method for synthesizing ultrahigh-purity silicon carbide

In a method of forming polycrystalline SiC grain material, low-density, gas-permeable and vapor-permeable bulk carbon is positioned at a first location inside of a graphite crucible and a mixture of elemental silicon and elemental carbon is positioned at a second location. The mixture and the bulk carbon are heated to a first temperature below the melting point of the elemental Si to remove adsorbed gas, moisture and/or volatiles from the mixture and the bulk carbon. The mixture and bulk carbon are then heated to a second temperature that causes the elemental Si and the elemental C to react forming as-synthesized SiC inside of the crucible. The as-synthesized SiC and the bulk carbon are then heated in a way to cause the as-synthesized SiC to sublime and produce vapors that migrate into, condense on and react with the bulk carbon forming polycrystalline SiC material.

Method and device for driver support when routing a vehicle or vehicle combination

The invention relates to a method and device for driver support when routing a vehicle or vehicle combination (1) comprising vehicle elements (2, 3) movable opposite one another. The method provides for a display unit (A) to show the vehicle or vehicle combination (1) in the straight position with a static display element (4) representing the straight position of the vehicle elements (2, 3) and, in addition, one dynamic display element (6, 7) associated with each vehicle element (2, 3) determined as a function of a momentary or future position of the vehicle elements (2, 3) movable opposite one another. The display of the dynamic display elements (6, 7) is amplified by a multiple and emphasized using color.

Container closure

A closure for sealing a container, the closure comprising a biodegradable polymer composition including on a dry basis (a) from 30 to 90% by weight of starch, (b) from 0.1 to 15% by weight of a water soluble polymer selected from polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinylacetate, and copolymers of ethylene and vinyl alcohol which have a melting point compatible with the molten state of the starch component, and (c) from 5 to 45% by weight of one or more plasticisers having a molecular weight in the range of 18 - 6000, more preferably 50-2500 and more preferably still 75 - 400 and desirably selected from the group consisting of water, sorbitol, glycerol, maltitol, xylitol, mannitol, erythritol, glycerol trioleate, tributyl citrate, acetyl tri-ethyl citrate, glyceryl triacetate, 2,2,4-trimethyl-i ,3-pentanediol diisobutyrate, polyethylene oxide, ethylene glycol, diethylene glycol or polyethylene glycol, polyglycerol, wherein the polymer acts as a barrier to the transmission of gases into and out of the container.

Ketene O,O-acetals and their preparation

Useful novel ketene O,O-acetals of the formula I <IMAGE> I where R1 is a tertiary alkyl radical of 4 to 6 carbon atoms or unsubstituted or halogen-substituted phenyl, R2 is hydrogen and R3 and R4 independently of one another are each phenyl which is unsubstituted or substituted by halogen, alkoxy, alkyl, phenyl, phenoxy, cyano, nitro or trifluoromethyl, their preparation and their use for the preparation of ketene O,N-acetals.

Set screw connector with anti-backout lock

An electrical connector is configured to couple an electrical conductor to a support surface. The electrical connector includes a terminal block having a connecting aperture and a threaded aperture. The connecting aperture is configured to receive the electrical conductor. The electrical connector also includes a fastener having threads receivable within the threaded aperture. The fastener is configured to secure the electrical conductor against movement relative to the terminal block. The electrical connector further includes a lock selectively receivable within a slot of the fastener to inhibit unintentional movement of the fastener relative to the terminal block.

burner

Unit dose blister package with keyhole opening

Method and device for driver support when routing a vehicle or vehicle combination

The invention relates to a method and device for driver support when routing a vehicle or vehicle combination (1) comprising vehicle elements (2, 3) movable opposite one another. The method provides for a display unit (A) to show the vehicle or vehicle combination (1) in the straight position with a static display element (4) representing the straight position of the vehicle elements (2, 3) and, in addition, one dynamic display element (6, 7) associated with each vehicle element (2, 3) determined as a function of a momentary or future position of the vehicle elements (2, 3) movable opposite one another. The display of the dynamic display elements (6, 7) is amplified by a multiple and emphasized using color.

Leather degreasing agent

The invention relates to a degreaser for treating hides, skins, pelts and other intermediates in leather and fur manufacture and also wool or related proteinaceous materials that is based on nonionic surfactants of the type of alcohol alkoxylates, comprising alcohol alkoxylates obtained by reaction of at least one alcohol ROH with n mol of at least one alkylene oxide per mole of alcohol ROH, where R is an alkyl radical of 5 to 30 carbon atoms which has a main chain, of 4 to 29 carbon atoms that has at least one C 1 — to C 10 -alkyl branch attached in the chain middle; the alkylene oxide has 2 to 6 carbon atoms, and n is an integer from 1 to 100. The invention further relates to a process for degreasing hide, skins, pelts and other intermediates of leather and fur manufacture and wool or related proteinaceous materials, which comprises using a degreaser according to the present invention, and to the use of the degreasers.

Fault-tolerant breath alcohol calibration station and method

A breath alcohol device calibration system includes a computerized calibration module operable to calibrate a breath alcohol device, and an interface operable to couple the breath alcohol device to a remote server. The interface uses a connection employing a cryptographic function such that data stored on the breath alcohol device can be securely transferred from the breath alcohol device to the remote server using the calibration system. The interface is further operable to transfer data stored on the breath alcohol device from the breath alcohol device to the remote server directly without storing the data in nonvolatile storage on the calibration station.

Process for preparing N-alkyl ammonium acetonitrile compounds

Azolyl halogen-ketene-o,n-acetals, process for their preparation, fungicides containing them and their use as fungicides

1. An azolyl-substituted haloketene O,N-acetal of the formula see diagramm : EP0121183,P8,F3 where R1 is alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms which is unsubstituted or substituted by halogen or by alkoxy of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, or is phenyl which is unsubstituted or monosubstituted to trisubstituted by halogen, alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, alkoxy of 1 to 4 carbon atoms or phenyl, R2 is alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, alkoxy of 1 to 4 carbon atoms, halogen, trifluoromethyl, cyano, phenyl or phenoxy, where the phenyl or phenoxy radical may be unsubstituted or substituted by halogen, C1 -C4 -alkyl or C1 -C4 -alkoxy, n is 0, 1 or 2, X is halogen and Y is N or CH, and its salts.

Elastomer contact between two movable, separable electrical circuits

Exothermic weld mold clamp

An exothermic weld mold clamp including a mold locating system adapted to locate pieces of an exothermic mold relative to each other; and a mold locking system. The mold locking system includes at least one mold locking pin movably mounted on the mold locating system and a spring biasing the locking pin towards a locking position with at least one of the exothermic mold pieces.

Process for producing keten-0,0-acetales

Vanadium compensated, si sic single crystals of nu and pi type and the crystal growth process thereof

Handle for exothermic mold with spring connectors

Disclosed is a handle clamp for an exothermic mold. The clamp includes a pair of legs, each having a plurality of rods that are shaped to fit into engagement holes on sections of the mold. The rods of each leg engage with one section of the mold. Engagement brackets are rotatably disposed on one or more or the rods. The brackets each have a thumb bolt that can be extended toward a mold section connected with the clamp. When engaged with the mold section, the thumb bolt stabilizes the mold section on the handle. A detent mechanism is provided between the bracket and the leg of the handle. The detent mechanism releaseably holds the bracket in one of a selected plurality of rotational positions with respect to the rod. By selecting different rotational positions for the brackets, the handle can be configured to engage with different configurations of mold. The thumb bolts that are biased toward the mold section by a spring. The bolts include a key that can be aligned or misaligned with a key slot on the bracket. By aligning the key with the key with the key slot, the bolt can be moved toward or away from the mold section under the biasing force of the spring. By misaligning the key and key slot, the bolt can be locked into engagement with the mold section or else held in a disengaged position.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING KETEN-0,0-ACETALES

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VANADIUM COMPENSATED 4H AND 6H SINGLE CRYSTALS OF OPTICAL QUALITY AND SILICON CARBIDE CRYSTALS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Eine optische Vorrichtung enthält einen Vanadium-kompensierten Siliziumkarbid (SiC)-Einkristall mit hohem spezifischen Widerstand vom 6H- oder 4H-Polytyp, der für die Übertragung von Licht mit einer Wellenlänge im Bereich von 420 nm bis 4,5 µm konfiguriert ist. Die Vorrichtung kann ein Fenster, eine Linse, ein Prisma oder einen Wellenleiter enthalten. Ein optisches Übertragungssystem enthält eine Lichtquelle zum Erzeugen von Licht mit einer Wellenlänge in einem Bereich von 420 nm bis 4,5 µm und eine optische Vorrichtung zum Empfangen und Übertragen des Lichts, wobei die optische Vorrichtung einen Vanadium-kompensierten SiC-Einkristall mit hohem spezifischen Widerstand vom 6H- oder 4H-Polytyp enthält. Die Offenbarung bezieht sich auch auf Kristalle und Verfahren für optische Anwendungen, einschließlich eines aluminiumdotierten SiC-Kristalls mit restlichen Stickstoff- und Borverunreinigungen, bei dem die Aluminiumkonzentration größer ist als die kombinierten Konzentrationen von Stickstoff und Bor, und bei dem ein optischer Absorptionskoeffizient kleiner als etwa 0,4 cm-1bei einer Wellenlänge zwischen etwa 400 nm bis etwa 800 nm ist. An optical device includes a vanadium-compensated, high-resistivity silicon carbide (SiC) single crystal of the 6H or 4H poly type configured to transmit light having a wavelength in the range of 420 nm to 4.5 µm. The device can include a window, lens, prism, or waveguide. An optical transmission system includes a light source for generating light having a wavelength in a range of 420 nm to 4.5 µm and an optical device for receiving and transmitting the light, the optical device being a vanadium-compensated SiC single crystal with high resistivity of the 6H or 4H polytype. The disclosure also relates to crystals and methods for optical applications, including an aluminum doped SiC crystal with residual nitrogen and boron impurities, in which the aluminum concentration is greater than the combined concentrations of nitrogen and boron, and ...

Use of polymers containing carboxyl groups and polyalkylene ether side chains as additives in mineral building materials

The present invention relates to the use of water soluble or water dispersible polymers containing carboxyl groups, optionally in latent form, and side-chains of general formula (I) -X-Y-[-O-(-Alk-O) n -R] k as additives in mineral building materials, wherein X, Y, Alk, R, n and k have the meanings cited in claim 1. Said polymers can be obtained by polymerizing ethylenically unsaturated monomers in the presence of compounds containing phosphorus and, optionally, by additional polymer-analogous transformation. The invention further relates to the production of said polymers and the use thereof. Also described are polymers, which can be obtained by polymerizing aromatic vinyl compounds, olefins, cycloolefins and/or dienes, as D monomers and anhydrides of ethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic acids as E monomers and which can be used both as parent compounds for the above-mentioned polymers and as additives for mineral building materials.