TOCOPHEROLE, TOCOTRIENOLE, OTHER CHROME AND SIDE CHAIN DERIVATIVES AND YOUR USE

BAR CODE SCANNER PROCEDURE

ATMOSPHERIC PLASMA TREATMENT OF MELTBLOWN FIBERS, WITH OF THE FILTRATION USES

Improved integrated code reading systems including tunnel scanners

SYSTEM Of ACCESS HAS FILES Internet USING a READER OF Bar codes

NETWORK OF TRACKING OF GOODS TRANSPORT

Le réseau de pistage de transport de marchandises, comprend un réseau physique de points de transfert comprenant des véhicules de transport (7162) et des stations intermédiaires et un réseau de communication. Une interface de liaison sans fil par fréquence radio vers le réseau de communication est fournie à chaque point de transfert et le passage des marchandises est enregistré à chaque point de transfert ce qui permet d'accéder à l'information de transport au réseau de communication. The freight transportation tracking network includes a physical network of transfer points including transportation vehicles (7162) and intermediate stations and a communication network. A radio frequency wireless link interface to the communication network is provided at each transfer point and the passage of goods is recorded at each transfer point which provides access to transport information on the communication network.

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

In-field monitoring and management of data capture systems

Management data is uploaded and downloaded in the field to data capture systems, such as electro-optical readers, RFID readers, and imagers, either before, after, or during data capture in a manner transparent to the system without disturbing the data capture.

PRODUCT SCANNING SYSTEMS

At least some embodiments described herein relate to the field of product scanning systems and arrangements used within a retail venue. In an embodiment, the present invention is a system including: a barcode reader repository having docking stations each with a power connector and a lock; barcode readers docked at and locked by the docking stations, each receiving an electrical charge from the respective power connector; a data acquisition assembly configured to capture and decode a symbol associated with an operator profile, and forward the decoded data for further processing; and a server configured to: receive the decoded data; responsively select one of the plurality of barcode readers resulting in a selected barcode reader; transmit, an unlock signal to the lock locking the selected barcode reader to enable removal; and transmit a beacon signal to activate a beacon that is indicative of a physical location of the selected barcode reader.

IMPROVED INTEGRATED CODE READER SYSTEMS WITH TUNNEL SCANNER

System and method for automated evaluation system routing

Systems and methods for automated evaluation system routing are described herein. The system can include a memory, which can include a model database and a correlation database. The system can include a first user device and a second user device. The system can include at least one server. The at least one server can: receive a response communication from the user device; generate an initial evaluation value according to an AI model; determine a correlation between the initial evaluation value and evaluation range data; accept the initial evaluation value when the correlation exceeds a threshold value; and route the response communication to the second user device for generation of an elevated evaluation value when the correlation does not exceed the threshold value.

ANTIBODIES AND SCFV IMMUNOTOXINS SPECIFIC TO IMPORTED FIRE ANTS, AND THEIR APPLICATION

The present invention is drawn to a safe, cost-effective, environmentallyfriendly and ecologically-sound bioengineered product for managing imported fire ants, and a method of making this product. Immunological and genetic engineering techniques are used to generate monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) as well as viruses (phage) that display scFv heavy and/or light chain Ig fragments which exhibit high-avidity specific binding to cells of the microvilli of the midgut of imported fire ant queens. The specific monoclonal antibodies and phage displayed antibody Fab fragments are conjugated to a toxin for targeted delivery and destruction of imported fire ant queens, but not native species, thereby restoring the natural ecosystem.

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF SEARCH For INFORMATION PRODUCED INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING a PORTABLE TERMINAL

Le système de recherche d'information produit comprend un terminal portable (710) agencé pour recevoir des données à partir d'un ou plus d'un point de sortie de données (766) dans une zone d'accès produit. Le terminal est agencé pour afficher une image d'un produit à atteindre en réponse à des données reçues depuis le point de sortie de données.

SYSTEM OF DATA PROCESSING INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING A PORTABLE TERMINAL AND A MOUNTING OF TERMINAL

Le système de traitement de données comprend un terminal portable (710) et une monture (712) de terminal, dans lequel la monture comporte une interface terminal et une capacité processeur pour traiter des données reçues à partir du terminal et le terminal comporte une interface utilisateur (719), une interface monture et une capacité processeur seulement suffisante pour relayer l'entrée utilisateur vers la monture pour le traitement et les données à partir de la monture vers l'interface utilisateur.

PROCESS OF REDUCTION OF THE COST OF DATA TRANSMISSION

Le procédé comprend les étapes dans lesquelles : a) on détermine le coût associé de transmission de données pour chaque liaison de communication entre un terminal portable, tenant dans la main, et un terminal éloigné de réception de données ; b) on identifie les liaisons de communication dont le coût de transmission de données est élevé ; c) on choisit une voie de transmission de données depuis le terminal portable au terminal éloigné, de façon que la transmission des données par les liaisons de communication dont le coût de transmission de données est élevé, soit minimisée ; et d) on transmet les données suivant la voie choisie de transmission de données.

METHOD OF NAVIGATION FOR REMOTE AND FINAL RESEARCH FOR SA PUT INTO PRACTICE

La méthode de navigation pour la recherche à distance, sur un dispositif informatique sans fil portable, d'un document électronique stocké sous la forme d'un fichier ayant une adresse de fichier sur un réseau informatique, comprend les étapes dans lesquelles :- on utilise un scanneur de codes à barres incorporé dans le dispositif pour scanner une étiquette à code à barres contenant une information identifiant l'adresse du fichier ;- on décode l'adresse de fichier à partir du résultat du scannage ;- on accède au fichier du réseau en envoyant l'adresse de fichier par une voie de communication sans fil connectant le dispositif au réseau informatique ; et- on affiche le fichier accédé sur un visuel incorporé dans le dispositif.

FITTING FOR THE READING AND THE TREATMENT OF TRANSACTIONS, LIKE SYSTEM AND PROCESS OF IMPLEMENTATION

L'agencement pour la lecture et le traitement de transactions comporte :a) un lecteur portable de symboles de code à barres pouvant être actionné par un utilisateur pour obtenir des données de symbole représentées par un symbole devant être lu ; etb) un dispositif de stockage destiné à stocker des données d'utilisateur concernant l'utilisateur du lecteur, et à stocker les données de symbole représentées par le symbole. The arrangement for reading and processing transactions comprises: a) a portable bar code symbol reader operable by a user to obtain symbol data represented by a symbol to be read; andb) a storage device for storing user data relating to the user of the reader, and for storing the symbol data represented by the symbol.

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

CODE READ SYSTEM WITH TONE CONTROL FOR AUDIBLE SIGNAL

Antibodies and scfv immunotoxins specific to imported fire ants, and their application

Improvements in data retrieval

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Le terminal mobile tenu à la main pour une connexion sans fil sur un réseau informatique ayant des points d'accès, comporte : a) un serveur (7504) dans le terminal pour établir un site accessible par l'utilisateur ayant une adresse de réseau pour le terminal ; b) une mémoire (7508) dans le terminal pour le stockage de données dans un fichier au site ; et c) un dispositif de communication (7514) sans fil dans le terminal pour recevoir une demande d'accès au site par l'intermédiaire de l'un des points d'accès et pour transmettre les données se trouvant dans le fichier à ce point d'accès par une communication sans fil avec le dispositif de communication dans le terminal.

SYSTEM OF DATA PROCESSING INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING A PORTABLE TERMINAL AND A MOUNTING OF TERMINAL

Le système de traitement de données comprend un terminal portable (710) et une monture (712) de terminal, dans lequel la monture comporte une interface terminal et une capacité processeur pour traiter des données reçues à partir du terminal et le terminal comporte une interface utilisateur (719), une interface monture et une capacité processeur seulement suffisante pour relayer l'entrée utilisateur vers la monture pour le traitement et les données à partir de la monture vers l'interface utilisateur.

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Method and apparatus for verifying information associated with electronic labels

Embodiments are directed to methods and apparatuses for determining and verifying a location of an electronic label. A host system exchange information with the electronic label via ultrasonic data communication. The host system also identifies a location of the electronic label using an ultrasonic location technique. The host system also verifies that the electronic label is correctly located by comparing a calculated location of the electronic label with a known location of merchandise associated with the electronic label.

Device for digitizing and processing checks and driver licenses

An integrated platform is provided for digitizing checks, driver licenses, and other documents, including the processing of the digitized checks in accordance with Check 21 standards and requirements and processing of driver licenses to obtain identification data, and for reading and decoding optical codes. The integrated platform includes a document scanner for digitizing checks, driver licenses, and other documents, and a data capture device for imaging and scanning optical codes, sensing RFID optical code signals, reading magnetic bars and smart cards. The processor executes application software for processing the digitized checks in accordance with Check 21 standards and requirements, for processing the digitized driver licenses, and for operating the data capture device.

PROCEDURE FOR THE LOWERING OF THE ACRYLAMIDE CONTENT OF FOOD, FOOD WITH LOW ACRYLAMIDE CONTENT

IMPROVEMENTS IN DATA RETRIEVAL

Various problems arise in accessing the Internet. For example, Internet files have complex file addresses which are prone to incorrect entry by a user, giving rise to access of unwanted files. In one aspect the invention solves this problem by encoding the file address in a bar code symbol, decoding the bar code symbol and accessing the relevant file automatically.

FITTING FOR THE READING AND THE TREATMENT OF TRANSACTIONS, LIKE SYSTEM AND PROCESS OF IMPLEMENTATION

L'agencement pour la lecture et le traitement de transactions comporte :a) un lecteur portable de symboles de code à barres pouvant être actionné par un utilisateur pour obtenir des données de symbole représentées par un symbole devant être lu; etb) un dispositif de stockage destiné à stocker des données d'utilisateur concernant l'utilisateur du lecteur, et à stocker les données de symbole représentées par le symbole. The arrangement for reading and processing transactions includes: a) a portable bar code symbol reader operable by a user to obtain symbol data represented by a symbol to be read; andb) a storage device for storing user data relating to the user of the reader, and for storing the symbol data represented by the symbol.

APPARATUS AND METHOD OF TRANSFER OF INFORMATION

L'appareil de transfert de données comprend un terminal de données portable (710) et une base agencée pour recevoir le terminal, la base et le terminal comportant des moyens pour une communication mutuelle sans fil, le terminal comprenant des moyens d'entrée et d'affichage de données (7154, 7156) et une capacité de traitement frontal minimale et la base possédant une capacité de traitement d'arrière-plan pour traiter des données provenant du terminal. The data transfer apparatus comprises a portable data terminal (710) and a base arranged to receive the terminal, the base and the terminal including means for wireless mutual communication, the terminal comprising input and output means. data display (7154, 7156) and a minimum front-end processing capability and the base having background processing capability for processing data from the terminal.

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Improved Expanding Wooden Keys for Railway Chairs.

... 22,050. Bennett, G., and Sanders, R. Oct. 7. Drawings to Specification. Chair keys and wedges.-A key is split at one end and expands when driven through, a wedge being inserted if required or after use. For check and crossing rails, the key is cut away or recessed at one side as usual. [Reference has been directed under Section 7 of Patents &c. Act, 1907, to Specification No. 936, A.D. 1876.] ...

METHOD OF NAVIGATION FOR REMOTE AND FINAL RESEARCH FOR SA PUT INTO PRACTICE

La méthode de navigation pour la recherche à distance, sur un dispositif informatique sans fil portable, d'un document électronique stocké sous la forme d'un fichier ayant une adresse de fichier sur un réseau informatique, comprend les étapes dans lesquelles :- on utilise un scanneur de codes à barres incorporé dans le dispositif pour scanner une étiquette à code à barres contenant une information identifiant l'adresse du fichier;- on décode l'adresse de fichier à partir du résultat du scannage; - on accède au fichier du réseau en envoyant l'adresse de fichier par une voie de communication sans fil connectant le dispositif au réseau informatique; et- on affiche le fichier accédé sur un visuel incorporé dans le dispositif. The navigation method for the remote search, on a portable wireless computing device, of an electronic document stored in the form of a file having a file address on a computer network, comprises the steps in which: a barcode scanner incorporated in the device for scanning a barcode label containing information identifying the address of the file; - the file address is decoded from the result of the scanning; - the network file is accessed by sending the file address via a wireless communication channel connecting the device to the computer network; and- the file accessed is displayed on a visual incorporated in the device.

OPTICAL DEVICE OF READING AND TREATMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS ONE

Le dispositif optique de lecture et de traitement pour l'acquisition optique d'un programme exécutable par ordinateur codé sous la forme d'un symbole de code à barres à deux dimensions sur un support de stockage, comporte : - un lecteur (5110) de code à barres pour la lecture électro-optique du symbole de code à barres à deux dimensions ; - un émetteur pour envoyer des données par une liaison de communication ; et - un processeur pour décoder le symbole de code à barres à deux dimensions lu afin d'obtenir le programme exécutable par ordinateur codé dans ce symbole, et soit pour exécuter le programme, soit pour provoquer la transmission du programme par la liaison de communication à un ordinateur éloigné à des fins d'exécution.

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Codelesesystem mit Klangregelung für hörbares Signal

Compact bar code scanner

Compact bar code scanner

Compact bar code scanner

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF SEARCH For INFORMATION PRODUCED INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING a PORTABLE TERMINAL

DEVICE Of RECORDING HOLDING IN the HAND AND PROCESS FOR ITS USE

Le dispositif comporte : - un réseau de dispositifs à couplage de charges pour l'enregistrement d'informations visuelles sous forme de données numériques; - au moins un capteur, en plus, et séparé, du réseau pour l'enregistrement de données physiques; - un dispositif d'entrée de données à clavier (516) au moyen duquel un utilisateur peut entrer manuellement des données; - une mémoire pouvant être connectée au réseau, au, au moins un, capteur et au dispositif d'entrée pour stocker sous forme numérique au moins l'une des données provenant du réseau, du, au moins un, capteur et du dispositif d'entrée; - un visuel (514) pour afficher l'une quelconque des données du réseau, du, au moins un, capteur et du dispositif d'entrée; et - un émetteur à l'intérieur du dispositif pour transmettre les données stockées dans la mémoire par l'intermédiaire d'un milieu sans fil (518).

DEVICE Of RECORDING HOLDING IN the HAND AND PROCESS FOR ITS USE

Le dispositif comporte : - un réseau de dispositifs à couplage de charges pour l'enregistrement d'informations visuelles sous forme de données numériques ; - au moins un capteur, en plus, et séparé, du réseau pour l'enregistrement de données physiques ; - un dispositif d'entrée de données à clavier (516) au moyen duquel un utilisateur peut entrer manuellement des données ; - une mémoire pouvant être connectée au réseau, au, au moins un, capteur et au dispositif d'entrée pour stocker sous forme numérique au moins l'une des données provenant du réseau, du, au moins un, capteur et du dispositif d'entrée ; - un visuel (514) pour afficher l'une quelconque des données du réseau, du , au moins un, capteur et du dispositif d'entrée ; et - un émetteur à l'intérieur du dispositif pour transmettre les données stockées dans la mémoire par l'intermédiaire d'un milieu sans fil (518).

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Improvements relating to the Axle Bearings of Mine Tubs.

... 18,646. Bennett, G., and Sanders, R. Aug. 13. Vehicle-axle bearings.-An axle bearing for mine tubs is provided with two curved overlapping guards A, B, secured to the base E by bolts D. To give a certain amount of play to the guards in the event of the axle leaving the bearing, the guards are formed with slots G through which the bolts pass. The bolts are split and opened as shown at d<1> to lock the nuts.

Improvements in data retrieval

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Verbesserte integrierte Kodeleserssysteme mit Tunnelabtaster

Improved integrated code reading systems including tunnel scanners

Improvements in data retrieval

IMPROVEMENTS IN DATA RETRIEVAL

Various problems arise in accessing the Internet. For example, Internet files have complex file addresses which are prone to incorrect entry by a user, giving rise to access of unwanted files. In one aspect the invention solves this problem by encoding the file address in a bar code symbol, decoding the bar code symbol and accessing the relevant file automatically.

OPTICAL DEVICE OF READING AND TREATMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS ONE

Le dispositif optique de lecture et de traitement pour l'acquisition optique d'un programme exécutable par ordinateur codé sous la forme d'un symbole de code à barres à deux dimensions sur un support de stockage, comporte :- un lecteur (5110) de code à barres pour la lecture électro-optique du symbole de code à barres à deux dimensions;- un émetteur pour envoyer des données par une liaison de communication; et - un processeur pour décoder le symbole de code à barres à deux dimensions lu afin d'obtenir le programme exécutable par ordinateur codé dans ce symbole, et soit pour exécuter le programme, soit pour provoquer la transmission du programme par la liaison de communication à un ordinateur éloigné à des fins d'exécution. The optical reading and processing device for the optical acquisition of a computer-executable program coded in the form of a two-dimensional bar code symbol on a storage medium, comprises: - a reader (5110) for bar code for the electro-optical reading of the two-dimensional bar code symbol; - a transmitter for sending data via a communication link; and a processor for decoding the two-dimensional bar code symbol read in order to obtain the computer-executable program coded in this symbol, and either to execute the program or to cause the transmission of the program via the communication link to a remote computer for execution.

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Le terminal mobile tenu à la main pour une connexion sans fil sur un réseau informatique ayant des points d'accès, comporte : a) un serveur (7504) dans le terminal pour établir un site accessible par l'utilisateur ayant une adresse de réseau pour le terminal; b) une mémoire (7508) dans le terminal pour le stockage de données dans un fichier au site; et c) un dispositif de communication (7514) sans fil dans le terminal pour recevoir une demande d'accès au site par l'intermédiaire de l'un des points d'accès et pour transmettre les données se trouvant dans le fichier à ce point d'accès par une communication sans fil avec le dispositif de communication dans le terminal.

SYSTEM AND METHOD OF SEARCH For INFORMATION PRODUCED INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING a PORTABLE TERMINAL

Le système de recherche d'information produit comprend un terminal portable (710) agencé pour recevoir des données à partir d'un ou plus d'un point de sortie de données (766) dans une zone d'accès produit. Le terminal est agencé pour afficher une image d'un produit à atteindre en réponse à des données reçues depuis le point de sortie de données. The product information search system includes a portable terminal (710) arranged to receive data from one or more of a data output point (766) in a product access area. The terminal is arranged to display an image of a product to be reached in response to data received from the data output point.

Mobile terminal, SYSTEM COMPRISING IT AND METHOD OF CREATION Of a MOBILE SITE

Integrated code reading systems including tunnel scanners

The invention relates to systems and techniques for reading optical codes, and more particularly to code reading systems with plural imaging or scanning modules pointed in various directions toward a target volume, which increase the likelihood that a code symbol on an arbitrarily oriented object in the target volume will be read. Other aspects of the invention relate to use and configuration of hand held readers, docking devices, operator side rails, arched tunnels and mirrors for increasing the coverage of the system, Additional aspects of the invention relate to components associated with point of sale installations or code reading terminals including integrated scales, input pads, system controls and displays.

Improvements in data retrieval

Improved Integrated Code Reading Systems Including Tunnel Scanners

APPARATUS AND METHOD OF TRANSFER OF INFORMATION

L'appareil de transfert de données comprend un terminal de données portable (710) et une base agencée pour recevoir le terminal, la base et le terminal comportant des moyens pour une communication mutuelle sans fil, le terminal comprenant des moyens d'entrée et d'affichage de données (7154, 7156) et une capacité de traitement frontal minimale et la base possédant une capacité de traitement d'arrière-plan pour traiter des données provenant du terminal.

PROCESS OF REDUCTION OF THE COST OF DATA TRANSMISSION

Le procédé comprend les étapes dans lesquelles : a) on détermine le coût associé de transmission de données pour chaque liaison de communication entre un terminal portable, tenant dans la main, et un terminal éloigné de réception de données;b) on identifie les liaisons de communication dont le coût de transmission de données est élevé;c) on choisit une voie de transmission de données depuis le terminal portable au terminal éloigné, de façon que la transmission des données par les liaisons de communication dont le coût de transmission de données est élevé, soit minimisée; etd) on transmet les données suivant la voie choisie de transmission de données. The method comprises the steps in which: a) the associated cost of data transmission is determined for each communication link between a portable terminal, held in the hand, and a remote terminal for receiving data; b) the links are identified. communication for which the data transmission cost is high; c) a data transmission channel is chosen from the portable terminal to the remote terminal, so that the transmission of the data by the communication links with the high data transmission cost , either minimized; andd) the data is transmitted according to the chosen data transmission channel.

RЕSЕАU DЕ РISТАGЕ DЕ ТRАNSРОRТ DЕ МАRСНАNDISЕS

Lе résеаu dе pistаgе dе trаnspоrt dе mаrсhаndisеs, соmprеnd un résеаu phуsiquе dе pоints dе trаnsfеrt соmprеnаnt dеs véhiсulеs dе trаnspоrt (7162) еt dеs stаtiоns intеrmédiаirеs еt un résеаu dе соmmuniсаtiоn. Unе intеrfасе dе liаisоn sаns fil pаr fréquеnсе rаdiо vеrs lе résеаu dе соmmuniсаtiоn еst fоurniе à сhаquе pоint dе trаnsfеrt еt lе pаssаgе dеs mаrсhаndisеs еst еnrеgistré à сhаquе pоint dе trаnsfеrt се qui pеrmеt d'ассédеr à l'infоrmаtiоn dе trаnspоrt аu résеаu dе соmmuniсаtiоn.

MULTI-FEED DETECTION AND CONTROL SYSTEM

A paper feed system for use in a printing apparatus that detects multi-feeds and separates all sheets while allowing a single sheet to continue into the machine includes a nip with a drive roller for feeding sheets. A reversible pressure roller downstream of the drive roller is connected to a motor, but idles in the direction of the paper feed in normal operation. When a multi-feed is detected, the motor is turned ON and the reversible pressure roll actuated by a controller. The reversible pressure roller has more friction with the sheet in its contact than the friction between sheets. This drives the sheet in contact backwards. This sheet can be diverted to a separate paper path using a gate mechanism and, if desired, fed back into the feed path. 1. A xerographic device adapted to print an image onto a copy sheet includes a system for detecting and separating multi-feeds , comprising:an imaging apparatus for processing and recording an image onto said copy sheet;an image development apparatus for developing the image;a transfer device for transferring the image onto said copy sheet;a fuser for fusing the image onto said copy sheet; anda copy sheet feeding apparatus including a multi-feed detection and separation system, said multi-feed detection and separation system including a paper detection sensor for detecting the presence of a copy sheet, at least three drive nips for driving copy sheets in a sheet feed direction, a gate supported on a shaft about which said gate is pivoted with said shaft being removed from the vicinity of and positioned downstream of a first of said at least three drive nips, a multi-feed sensor positioned downstream of a second of said at least three drive nips, said multi-feed sensor adapted to sense the presence of multiple copy sheets within said second of said at least three drive nips, said second of said at least three drive nips including a reversible pressure roll adapted to drive uppermost copy sheets of said multiple copy sheets ...

Polyolefin manufacturing process

The present invention relates to an improved process for compounding a polyolefin composition comprising providing feed components including one or more high molecular weight olefin polymer components and one or more low molecular weight polyolefin components. The high and low molecular weight components are then compounded together to create a molten homogeneous polyolefin mixture. 1. A process for producing a homogeneous polyolefin composition comprising the steps of:a. providing one or more high molecular weight olefin polymer components and one or more low molecular weight polyolefin components;b. compounding the high molecular weight olefin polymer component and the low molecular weight polyolefin component in a mixer comprised of two or more dissimilar rotors offset to one another at the apex to create a homogeneous multimodal polyolefin melt;c. moving the melt from the mixer into an extruder; andd. pressurizing the melt to move it from the extruder through a pelletizing die plate, wherein the polymer flow is divided into separate streams and cut into homogeneous multimodal polyolefin composition pellets.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the low molecular weight olefin polymer component is polymerized in one reactor claim 1 , the high molecular weight olefin polymer component is polymerized in a different reactor claim 1 , and wherein the two reactors are operated in series or operated in parallel.3. The process of wherein the high molecular weight olefin polymer component is selected from the group consisting of ethylene claim 1 , propylene claim 1 , butene-1 claim 1 , pentene-1 claim 1 ,4-methyl-pentene-1 claim 1 , hexene-1 claim 1 , octene-1 and decene-1.4. The process of wherein the low molecular weight olefin polymer component is selected from the group consisting of ethylene claim 1 , propylene claim 1 , butene-1 claim 1 , pentene-1 claim 1 ,4-methyl-pentene-1 claim 1 , hexene-1 claim 1 , octene-1 and decene-1.5. The process of wherein the low ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR VERIFYING INFORMATION ASSOCIATED WITH ELECTRONIC LABELS

Embodiments are directed to methods and apparatuses for determining and verifying a location of an electronic label. A host system exchange information with the electronic label via ultrasonic data communication. The host system also identifies a location of the electronic label using an ultrasonic location technique. The host system also verifies that the electronic label is correctly located by comparing a calculated location of the electronic label with a known location of merchandise associated with the electronic label. 1. A method in a host system for determining and verifying a location of an electronic label , the method comprising:exchanging information with the electronic label via ultrasonic data communication;identifying a location of the electronic label using an ultrasonic location technique; andverifying, within the host system, that the electronic label is correctly located by comparing a calculated location of the electronic label with a known location of merchandise associated with the electronic label.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic data communication comprises receiving information from the electronic label and transmitting information to the electronic label via multiple access points connected to the host system.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic data communication comprises receiving electronic label data from the electronic label via multiple access points connected to the host system and transmitting the electronic label data to the electronic label via the access points.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic location technique is a trilateration technique.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic location technique is a quadlateration technique.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:broadcasting an encoded ultrasonic waveform from multiple access points connected to the host system; andupdating information displayed on the electronic label at least in part according to decoded ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MAGNETICALLY UNLOADING A ROTOR BEARING

An apparatus and method for unloading a rotor bearing is described. The apparatus includes an electromagnet for levitating the rotor. In one embodiment, a sensor of the magnetic field near the electromagnet is used to control the current to levitate the rotor. In another embodiment, a method is provided that includes rotating the rotor, increasing the current to levitate the rotor and decrease the gap between electromagnet and rotor, and then reducing the current to levitate the rotor with a minimal amount of electric power to the electromagnet. 1. A method of operating a flywheel assembly , where the flywheel assembly includes a rotor having a vertical axis of rotation and a magnetic material , a mechanical bearing assembly connected to a housing , and an electromagnet positioned to levitate the rotor in the housing , where the bearing assembly allows axial motion of the rotor between a lower position having a maximum gap between the rotor and electromagnet , and an upper position having a minimum gap between the rotor and the electromagnet , said method comprising:providing a current to the electromagnet sufficient to operate the flywheel with the rotor at the upper position.2. The method of claim 1 , where the operation of the flywheel has an upper critical current to the electromagnet sufficient to lift the rotor from the lower position to the upper position claim 1 , and a lower critical current is sufficient to maintain the rotor at the upper position claim 1 , where said current is equal to or greater than the lower critical current.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:determining the lower critical current by levitating the rotor to the upper position and then decreasing the current until said rotor returns to said lower position.4. The method of claim 2 , where said upper critical current and said lower critical current are predetermined claim 2 , and where said method further includes:controlling the current to the electromagnet using open loop ...

Bimodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of making and using the same

Bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability. The compositions comprise a base resin having a density of about 945 kg/m3 to about 955 kg/m3, and an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m3, in an amount ranging from 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A). The composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to 450 kPa·s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to 2500 Pa·s. Articles made from these compositions, such as pipes and fittings achieve long-term oxidative resistance and have a low wall thickness variability while maintaining high production output.

Emergency Braking of a Flywheel

A flywheel device includes an enclosure that surrounds an interior chamber that includes a rotor, which during normal operation is maintained in a vacuum state and spinning, the enclosure includes a first opening, and a valve that attaches to the enclosure, configured to enable, when actuated, ambient air to flow from the exterior of the enclosure into the chamber through the first opening, thus allowing the internal air pressure to rapidly approach ambient air pressure and thereby increase the air drag which acts as a brake on the spinning rotor. 1. A device , comprising:an enclosure that surrounds an interior chamber, which during normal operation is maintained in a vacuum state, wherein the enclosure includes a first opening;a flywheel rotor disposed within the interior chamber; anda valve that attaches to the enclosure, configured to enable, in response to an actuation signal indicating that a reduction in rotation speed of the flywheel rotor is desired, ambient air to flow from the exterior of the enclosure into the chamber through the first opening.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising: a sensor configured to detect movements of the flywheel device;', 'a processor communicatively coupled to the sensor; and', to detect an emergency event; and', 'to send a signal to actuate the valve., 'a memory in communication with the processor for storing instructions, which when executed by the processor, cause the electronics unit], 'an electronics unit, comprising3. The device of claim 2 , wherein the at least one sensor is selected from the group consisting of an acceleration sensor claim 2 , a temperature sensor claim 2 , a pressure sensor claim 2 , a gyroscope and an acoustic sensor.4. The device of claim 2 , wherein an emergency event is selected from the group consisting of an abnormal movement claim 2 , an excessive vibration claim 2 , an excessive temperature and a pressure loss in the chamber.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein the valve has at least a ...

BIMODAL HIGH-DENSITY POLYETHYLENE RESINS AND COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED PROPERTIES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

The present disclosure is related to bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability comprising a base resin which has a density of about 945 kg/mto about 955 kg/m, and comprises an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m, in an amount ranging from 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A) wherein said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa·s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2500 Pa·s. The present disclosure also relates to methods of making, and using the present compositions, and to articles made from there composition, and preferably to pipes and fittings. 1. A bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer composition comprising a base resin which has a density of about 945 kg/mto about 955 kg/m , preferably 946 to 951 kg/m , most preferably 947 to 951 , and comprises an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m , preferably above 970 , most preferably above 971 in an amount ranging from about 45% to about 55% by weight , preferably between 47 and 53% by weight , preferably between 48 and 52% by weight , most preferably between 49.5 and 51.5% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A) , wherein said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa·s , preferably between 220 and 450 kPa·s , most preferably between 220 and 420 kPa·s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2600 Pa·s , preferably from 2000 to 2500 Pa·s , most preferably from 2100 to 2450 Pa·s.2. The polymer composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition exhibits a viscosity at a constant shear stress of 747 Pa (η*) ranging from about 400 kPa·s to about ...

Acclimation Sensing and Control of Electronic Equipment

Embodiments provide a method to control a power-on phase of an electronic device is provided. The method includes transmitting, by a processing device, a request to a plurality of sensors, the request to read a measurement related to an environmental condition; receiving, by the processing device, the measurement from each of the plurality of sensors; and when the measurement is equal to or above a threshold value, commencing, by the processing device, the power-on phase of the electronic device. 1. A method to control a power-on phase of an electronic device , comprising:transmitting, by a processing device, a request to a plurality of sensors, the request to read a measurement related to at least one environmental condition;receiving, by the processing device, the measurement from each of the plurality of sensors; andwhen the measurement within a threshold range, commencing, by the processing device, the power-on phase of the electronic device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein during receiving the measurement claim 1 , if a measurement is not received from at least one of the plurality of sensors claim 1 , preventing claim 1 , by the processing device claim 1 , the power-on phase from commencing; andpermitting the power-on phase to commence via a manual override, comprising:transmitting, by the processing device, an override signal to a control circuit, the control circuit operatively coupled to a power supply within the electronic device;displaying, by the processing device, a message to a user of the electronic device, wherein the message indicates that the electronic device can commence the power-on phase through use of a user-engaged manual lever.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the measurement is selected from the group consisting of: temperature claim 1 , humidity claim 1 , barometric air pressure claim 1 , and atmospheric moisture.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein when the measurement indicates that a temperature of the interior is outside a threshold ...

THERMAL INK LABELLED PACKAGING

Disclosed herein is a packaging label. The label includes a first region comprising a first thermochromic ink where the first thermochromic ink undergoes a permanent change from a first state to a second state when exposed to a first temperature. The label includes a second region having a second thermochromic ink where the second thermochromic ink undergoes a temporary change from the first state to the second state when exposed to the first temperature only to return to the first state upon being exposed to a desired second temperature. 1. A method comprising:disposing on a substrate a first thermochromic ink on a first region and a second thermochromic ink on a second region of the substrate,wherein the first thermochromic ink undergoes a permanent change from a first state to a second state when exposed to a first temperature,wherein the second thermochromic ink undergoes a temporary change from the first state to the second state when exposed to the first temperature and returns to the first state upon being exposed to a desired second temperature.2. The method of claim 1 , where the first region and the second region overlap with each other.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein disposing is accomplished via spin coating claim 2 , dip coating claim 2 , spray painting claim 2 , doctor blading claim 2 , electrostatic spray painting claim 2 , or a combination thereof.4. A method comprising: a first region comprising a first thermochromic ink, wherein the first thermochromic ink undergoes a permanent change from a first state to a second state when exposed to a first temperature; and', 'a second region comprising a second thermochromic ink, wherein the second thermochromic ink undergoes a temporary change from the first state to the second state when exposed to the first temperature only to return to the first state upon being exposed to a desired second temperature; and, 'sending to a recipient a package containing a packaging label, wherein the packaging label ...

GENERATING A REPRESENTATIVE ARTICLE

An example operation may include one or more of retrieving a first disclosure for a first component, the disclosure including one or more first substances of note (SN) and corresponding first SN values from a blockchain, and determining a second disclosure for a second component comparable to the first component, the disclosure disclosing one or more second SN and corresponding second SN values. An example operation may further include one or more of generating a representative article including a common group of SN and representative SN common group values for each SN of the common group, a first remaining SN group of first SNs not included in the common group of SN and corresponding representative first SN values, and a second remaining SN group of second SNs not included in the common group of SN and corresponding representative second SN value, where the representative article represents the use of either the first component or the second comparable component. 1. A method for generating a representative article , comprising:retrieving a first disclosure for a first component, the disclosure including one or more first substances of note (SN) and corresponding first SN values from a blockchain;determining a second disclosure for a second component comparable to the first component, the disclosure disclosing one or more second SN and corresponding second SN values;generating a representative article including a common group of SN and representative SN common group values for each SN of the common group, a first remaining SN group of first SNs not included in the common group of SN and corresponding representative first SN values, and a second remaining SN group of second SNs not included in the common group of SN and corresponding representative second SN values;where the representative article represents the use of either the first component or the second comparable component.2. The method of claim 1 , where the representative SN common group values for each SN ...

ACCLIMATION PROCESS

An advisory element of an acclimation system for an item being shipped from a source to a destination is provided with the item being disposable in a polybag. The advisory element is attachable to or is disposable remotely from the polybag. The advisory element is configured to receive shipment information input at the source, to sense environmental conditions to which the item and the polybag are exposed during shipment and at the destination and to calculate an acclimation time for the item based on the shipment information and the sensed environmental conditions. The advisory element is further configured to provide operational guidance to a user in accordance with the acclimation time at the destination. 1. An advisory element of an acclimation system for an item being shipped from a source to a destination with the item being disposable in a polybag ,the advisory element being attachable to or disposable remotely from the polybag, and receive shipment information input at the source,', 'sense environmental conditions to which the item and the polybag are exposed during shipment and at the destination,', 'calculate an acclimation time for the item based on the shipment information and the sensed environmental conditions, and', 'provide operational guidance to a user in accordance with the acclimation time at the destination., 'the advisory element being configured to2. The advisory element according to claim 1 , wherein the advisory element is one of magnetically attachable to the polybag and configured for adhesion to the polybag.3. The acclimation system according to claim 1 , wherein the polybag is formed to define an aperture with a gasket and the advisory element is attachable to the polybag at the gasket.4. The acclimation system according to claim 1 , wherein the advisory element is further configured to automatically open the polybag in accordance with the acclimation time.5. The acclimation system according to claim 1 , wherein the shipment information ...

Systems and methods for data capture device selection from within data capture device repository

At least some embodiments of the present invention relate to the field of product scanning systems and arrangements used within a retail venue. In an embodiment, the present invention is a data capture system that includes a scanner pod housing a plurality of scanners, each configured to capture product data; a data capture module communicatively coupled to the scanner pod, the first data capture module configured to capture, via a mobile device associated with a customer, customer data; and a server communicatively coupled to at least one of the scanner pod and the first data capture module, the server being configured to, upon the first data capture module capturing the customer data associated with the customer, associate one of the plurality of scanners with at least one of the customer and the customer data associated with the customer, resulting in an associated data capture device.

PRODUCT SCANNING SYSTEMS

At least some embodiments described herein relate to the field of product scanning systems and arrangements used within a retail venue. In an embodiment, the present invention is a system including: a barcode reader repository having docking stations each with a power connector and a lock; barcode readers docked at and locked by the docking stations, each receiving an electrical charge from the respective power connector; a data acquisition assembly configured to capture and decode a symbol associated with an operator profile, and forward the decoded data for further processing; and a server configured to: receive the decoded data; responsively select one of the plurality of barcode readers resulting in a selected barcode reader; transmit, an unlock signal to the lock locking the selected barcode reader to enable removal; and transmit a beacon signal to activate a beacon that is indicative of a physical location of the selected barcode reader. 1. A product scanning system comprising:a barcode reader repository having a plurality of docking stations, each of the plurality of docking stations including a respective power connector and a respective lock;a plurality of barcode readers, each of the plurality of barcode readers being docked at one of the plurality of docking stations within the barcode reader repository such that each of the plurality of barcode readers is connected to the respective power connector and is locked by the respective lock of the one of the plurality of docking stations within the barcode reader repository, each of the plurality of barcode readers receiving an electrical charge from the respective power connector;a data acquisition assembly having an optical barcode reader including an imaging sensor and a lens assembly, the data acquisition assembly being configured to capture images of a symbolic target associated with an operator profile, the data acquisition assembly being further configured to decode the symbolic target captured in at ...

Splittable chargeable fiber, split multicomponent fiber, a split multicomponent fiber with a durable charge, nonwoven fabric, filter, and yarn containing, and manufacturing processes therefor

A process for forming a splittable fiber having the steps of providing a multicomponent fiber; or a multicomponent staple fiber, providing a finish material, and at least partially coating the multicomponent fiber with the finish material to form a splittable fiber. The multicomponent fiber; or a multicomponent staple fiber, contains a first thermoplastic segment comprising polymer component A and a second thermoplastic segment comprising polymer component B. The finish material has an evaporation point of less than about 160° C. A process for forming a nonwoven fabric, a split multicomponent fiber, a split multicomponent fiber with a durable charge, a nonwoven fabric, and a filter and/or a spun yarn formed by the fibers herein is also described.

BIMODAL HIGH-DENSITY POLYETHYLENE RESINS AND COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED PROPERTIES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

The present disclosure is related to bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability comprising a base resin which has a density of about 945 kg/mto about 955 kg/m, and comprises an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m, in an amount ranging from 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A) wherein said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa·s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2500 Pa·s. The present disclosure also relates to methods of making, and using the present compositions, and to articles made from there composition, and preferably to pipes and fittings. 161-. (canceled)62. A polyethylene polymer article made with a resin comprising:{'sup': '3', 'an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/min an amount ranging from about 45% to about 55% by weight; and'}an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of ethylene polymer (A),{'sup': 3', '3, 'wherein the resin has a density of about 945 kg/mto about 955 kg/m, a zero shear viscosity (η*0) greater than about 800 kPas, a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa·s, a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2600 Pa·s, a melt index MI5 ranging from about 0.1 to about 0.5 g/10 min, an HLMI ranging from 7 to 11 g/10 min and a PENT failure time greater than 7900 hours.'}63. The article according to claim 62 , wherein the article is selected from the group consisting of a pipe or a pipe fitting.64. The article according to claim 63 , wherein the article exhibits PENT failure time greater than 10 claim 63 ,000 hours.65. The article according to claim 63 , wherein the article exhibits a Minimum Requires Strength (MRS) according to ...

THERMAL INK LABELLED PACKAGING

Disclosed herein is a packaging label. The label includes a first region comprising a first thermochromic ink where the first thermochromic ink undergoes a permanent change from a first state to a second state when exposed to a first temperature. The label includes a second region having a second thermochromic ink where the second thermochromic ink undergoes a temporary change from the first state to the second state when exposed to the first temperature only to return to the first state upon being exposed to a desired second temperature. 1. A packaging label comprising:a first region comprising a first thermochromic ink, wherein the first thermochromic ink undergoes a permanent change from a first state to a second state when exposed to a first temperature; anda second region comprising a second thermochromic ink, wherein the second thermochromic ink undergoes a temporary change from the first state to the second state when exposed to the first temperature and returns to the first state upon being exposed to a desired second temperature.2. The packaging label of claim 1 , where the first region and the second region are disposed on a single label.3. The packaging label of claim 1 , where the first region and the second region are disposed on separate labels that do not contact each other.4. The packaging label of claim 1 , where the first region and the second region are disposed on separate labels that do contact each other.5. The packaging label of claim 1 , where the first state represents a first color and where the second state represents a second color.6. The packaging label of claim 5 , where the first color is different from the second color.7. The packaging label of claim 1 , where the first thermochromic ink comprises a liquid crystalline material.8. The packaging label of claim 1 , where the second thermochromic ink comprises a leuco dye.9. The packaging label of claim 1 , where the second thermochromic ink is invisible to a recipient of the packaging ...

Apparatus and Method for Magnetically Unloading a Rotor Bearing

An apparatus and method for unloading a rotor bearing is described. The apparatus includes an electromagnet for levitating the rotor. In one embodiment, a sensor of the magnetic field near the electromagnet is used to control the current to levitate the rotor. In another embodiment, a method is provided that includes rotating the rotor, increasing the current to levitate the rotor and decrease the gap between electromagnet and rotor, and then reducing the current to levitate the rotor with a minimal amount of electric power to the electromagnet. 111-. (canceled)12. A flywheel device comprising:a housing;a rotor disposed within the housing;a lower bearing assembly comprising lower bearings and an upper bearing assembly comprising upper bearings disposed between the rotor and a plate; andan off-loading electromagnet configured to provide a vertical off-loading force that lifts the rotor against the upper bearings in a vertical direction and off of the lower bearings.13. The flywheel device of claim 12 , further comprising:a force sensor configured to measure a load applied to at least one of the upper bearings or the lower bearings; anda control system configured to adjust a field of the off-loading electromagnet based on the measured load.14. The flywheel device of claim 13 , wherein the controller is configured to compare the measured load to predetermined load limits.15. The flywheel device of claim 13 , wherein the load applied to at least one of the upper bearings or the lower bearings comprises a vertical force that is applied against the at least one of the upper bearings or the lower bearings.16. The flywheel device of claim 12 , further comprising a spring configured to exert a minimum required force in the vertical direction on at least one of the lower bearings or the upper bearings via the rotor.17. The flywheel device of claim 12 , wherein the housing is hermetically sealed and provides a vacuum envelope within which the rotor is displaced.18. The ...

COMPOSITE FILTER MEDIA INCLUDING A NANOFIBER LAYER FORMED DIRECTLY ONTO A CONDUCTIVE LAYER

A composite filter media of a nanofiber layer that includes nanofibers formed from non-polar, non-conductive thermoplastic polymers using a solution spinning process to form the nanofibers directly onto a conductive layer is presented, along with the associated methodology for making such media. The conductive layer includes at least about greater than about 5 wt. % conductive fibers, Z-directional conductivity and a uniform surface conductivity of at least about 10microsiemens. 1. A composite filter media , comprising:{'sup': '−7', 'a porous, wetlaid, conductive layer comprising greater than at least about 5 wt. % conductive fibers mixed into a matrix to form the conductive layer, the conductive layer having Z-directional conductivity, a uniform surface conductivity of at least about 10microsiemens, a basis weight of about 10-200 gsm, and a Frazier of about 200-1000 cubic feet per minute (cfm);'}a nanofiber layer comprising solution spun nanofibers formed from non-polar, non-conductive thermoplastic polymers, the nanofiber layer having a basis weight of about 0.5-2.0 gsm and an average fiber diameter of about 300-800 nm, wherein the nanofiber layer is formed directly onto the conductive layer;one or more optional prefilter layer(s) having a basis weight of about 5-60 gsm; andan optional adhesive layer between the nanofiber layer and the prefilter layer.2. The composite filter media of claim 1 , wherein the conductive layer further comprises synthetic fibers.3. The composite filter media of claim 2 , wherein the synthetic fibers comprise one or more polymeric fibers selected from the group consisting of polylactide (PLA) claim 2 , polyethylene claim 2 , polypropylene claim 2 , polyethylene terephthalate (PET) claim 2 , aliphatic polyamides (Nylon) and polybutylene terphthalate (PBT).4. The composite filter media of claim 1 , wherein the conductive layer is a self-supporting claim 1 , pleatable substrate.5. The composite filter media of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Acclimation Sensing and Control of Electronic Equipment

Embodiments provide a method to control a power-on phase of an electronic device is provided. The method includes transmitting, by a processing device, a request to a plurality of sensors, the request to read a measurement related to an environmental condition; receiving, by the processing device, the measurement from each of the plurality of sensors; and when the measurement is equal to or above a threshold value, commencing, by the processing device, the power-on phase of the electronic device. 1. A method to control a power-on phase of an electronic device , comprising:transmitting, by a processing device, a request to a plurality of sensors, the request to read a measurement related to at least one environmental condition;receiving, by the processing device, the measurement from each of the plurality of sensors;determining, by the processing device, when an acclimation point is reached within the interior based on the measurement; andwhen the measurement within a threshold range, commencing, by the processing device, the power-on phase of the electronic device, wherein a minimum threshold of the threshold range is a predetermined freezing point.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein during receiving the measurement claim 1 , if a measurement is not received from at least one of the plurality of sensors claim 1 , preventing claim 1 , by the processing device claim 1 , the power-on phase from commencing; andpermitting the power-on phase to commence via a manual override, comprising:transmitting, by the processing device, an override signal to a control circuit, the control circuit operatively coupled to a power supply within the electronic device;displaying, by the processing device, a message to a user of the electronic device, wherein the message indicates that the electronic device can commence the power-on phase through use of a user-engaged manual lever.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the measurement is selected from the group consisting of: temperature claim ...

Acclimation Sensing and Control of Electronic Equipment

Embodiments provide a method to control a power-on phase of an electronic device is provided. The method includes transmitting, by a processing device, a request to a plurality of sensors, the request to read a measurement related to an environmental condition; receiving, by the processing device, the measurement from each of the plurality of sensors; and when the measurement is equal to or above a threshold value, commencing, by the processing device, the power-on phase of the electronic device. 1. A method to control a power-on phase of an electronic device , comprising:transmitting, by a processing device, a request to a plurality of sensors, the request to read a measurement related to at least one environmental condition;receiving, by the processing device, the measurement from each of the plurality of sensors;responsive to generating a temperature value and a dew point value, the temperature and dew point values based on the received measurement, comparing the temperature and dew point values;based on the comparison of values, indicating that the difference between the temperature value and dew point value is greater than two degrees Celsius, calculating, by the processing device, a thermal time constant;responsive to determining an acclimation point is reached within an interior based on the measurement, commencing, by the processing device, the power-on phase of the electronic device; anddisplaying, by the processing device, a message to a user, the message comprising a minimum wait time until a manual override is permitted, said displaying occurring when the measurement is not received from at least one of the plurality of sensors, said manual override in the form of a user accessible fail-safe switch3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the measurement is selected from the group consisting of: temperature claim 1 , humidity claim 1 , barometric air pressure claim 1 , and atmospheric moisture.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the minimum threshold is a ...

STACKABLE CONTAINER SYSTEM, OPERATING SYSTEM USING CONTAINER SYSTEM, AND METHOD

A stackable container system configured to carry material includes at least one container having a first end and a second end, a holding area for the material, the holding area extending from the first end to the second end, a first opening at the second end, the material controllably releasable from the holding area through the first opening, and a chute that passes through the holding area, the chute extending from the first end to the second end, a first end of the chute including a receiving portion having a larger area than a combined area of the first opening and a second end of the chute. 1. A stackable container system configured to carry material , the container system including at least one container having a first end and a second end and comprising:a holding area for the material, the holding area extending from the first end to the second end, a first opening at the second end, the material controllably releasable from the holding area through the first opening; and,a chute that passes through the holding area, the chute extending from the first end to the second end, a first end of the chute including a receiving portion having a larger area than a combined area of the first opening and a second end of the chute.2. The stackable container system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one container further comprises a second opening at the second end of the at least one container claim 1 , the material controllably releasable from the holding area through the second opening claim 1 , the chute interposed between the first and second openings.3. The stackable container system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one container further comprises a first side and a second side claim 2 , the first and second sides extending between the first and second ends of the at least one container claim 2 , wherein the first opening is disposed between the first side and the chute claim 2 , and the second opening is disposed between the second side and the chute.4. The ...

SIMULATED MOVING BED SEPARATORS AND METHODS FOR ISOLATING A DESIRED COMPONENT

A simulated moving bed separator and methods for isolating a desired component are provided. A method includes removing an extract from an extract bed of the simulated moving bed separator, where the extract includes the desired component, and where the simulated moving bed separator includes a plurality of adsorbent beds circularly coupled together. The simulated moving bed separator also includes a distributor and a plurality of conduits fluidly coupling the distributor to the adsorbent beds. The adsorbent beds include the extract bed and a secondary flush bed downstream from the extract bed. A secondary flush conduit is flushed with a secondary flush fluid while removing extract from the extract bed, where the secondary flush conduit fluidly couples the secondary flush bed with the distributor. The flush fluid includes the extract. 1. A method of separating a desired component from a mixed feed stream , the method comprising the steps of:removing an extract from an extract bed of a simulated moving bed separator, wherein the extract comprises the desired component, wherein the simulated moving bed separator comprises a plurality of adsorbent beds circularly coupled together, a distributor, and a plurality of conduits fluidly coupling the distributor to the plurality of adsorbent beds, and wherein the plurality of adsorbent beds comprises the extract bed and a secondary flush bed downstream from the extract bed; andflushing a secondary flush conduit with a secondary flush fluid while removing extract from the extract bed, wherein the secondary flush conduit fluidly couples the secondary flush bed with the distributor, and wherein the secondary flush fluid comprises the extract.2. The method of wherein removing the extract from the extract bed comprises removing the extract from the extract bed wherein the secondary flush bed is directly downstream from the extract bed.3. The method of further comprising:changing the extract bed from a first extract bed to a second ...

Systems and methods for real-time machine learning model training

Systems and methods for automated evaluation system routing are described herein. The system can include a memory, which can include a model database and a correlation database. The system can include a first user device and a second user device. The system can include at least one server. The at least one server can: receive a response communication from the user device; generate an initial evaluation value according to an AI model; determine a correlation between the initial evaluation value and evaluation range data; accept the initial evaluation value when the correlation exceeds a threshold value; and route the response communication to the second user device for generation of an elevated evaluation value when the correlation does not exceed the threshold value.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED EVALUATION SYSTEM ROUTING

Systems and methods for automated evaluation system routing are described herein. The system can include a memory, which can include a model database and a correlation database. The system can include a first user device and a second user device. The system can include at least one server. The at least one server can: receive a response communication from the user device; generate an initial evaluation value according to an AI model; determine a correlation between the initial evaluation value and evaluation range data; accept the initial evaluation value when the correlation exceeds a threshold value; and route the response communication to the second user device for generation of an elevated evaluation value when the correlation does not exceed the threshold value. 1. A system for automated evaluation system routing , the system comprising: a model database comprising model for generating an evaluation value based on at least one computer-generated parameter of a response;', 'a correlation database comprising data identifying an evaluation protocol based on an evaluation value range;, 'memory comprising a network interface configured to exchange data via the communication network; and', 'an I/O subsystem configured to convert electrical signals to user interpretable outputs via a user interface;, 'a first user device comprisinga second user device; and receive a response communication from the user device;', 'generate an initial evaluation value according to an AI model;', 'determine a correlation between the initial evaluation value and evaluation range data;', 'accept the initial evaluation value when the correlation exceeds a threshold value; and', 'route the response communication to the second user device for generation of an elevated evaluation value when the correlation does not exceed the threshold value., 'at least one server configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the AI model comprises a machine learning model.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein ...

Method and apparatus for making polyolefin pellets

This disclosure relates to pelletized polyolefin resins. More particularly, the disclosure relates to a process that allows for adjustment of certain desired properties of either the resin, such as modification of the bulk density of resin pellets, or adjustment of properties for the articles made from the resin, such as improved odor and taste properties, when used as a bottle cap, for example, or tailoring of the resin volatile or wax level, when used to make pipe, for example. This disclosure also relates to a system for making pelletized resins, such as mono-modal or multi-modal olefin polymer resins.

Improved polyolefin manufacturing process

The present invention relates to an improved process for compounding a polyolefin composition comprising providing feed components including one or more high molecular weight olefin polymer components and one or more low molecular weight polyolefin components. The high and low molecular weight components are then compounded together to create a molten homogeneous polyolefin mixture.

Shaped products manufactured from composition consisting essentially of ethylene homopolymer

An ethylene homopolymer having a density of from about 0.956 to about 0.970 g/cm 3 and a high load melt index (190° C. and 21.6 kg) of from about 7 to about 21 g/10 min. A continuous polymerization process for the production of the ethylene homopolymer, in the presence of a diluent chosen from the group consisting essentially of n-butane, n-hexane, n-heptane, isobutane, isopentane, isooctane, 2,2-dimethylpropane, cyclopentane, cyclohexane and their mixtures, wherein ethylene is brought into contact with a chromium oxide catalyst deposited on an inorganic support containing from about 0.1 to about 5 wt % chromium and activated at a temperature from about 600 to about 900° C., at a polymerization temperature from about 55 to about 150° C., the ethylene concentration in the diluent being from about 1 to about 10 mol %. A composition consisting essentially of the ethylene homopolymer, the composition having a density of from about 0.956 to about 0.970 g/cm 3 and a high load melt index of from about 5 to about 20 g/10 min. A shaped product manufactured from this composition.

Biomodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of making and using the same

The present disclosure is related to bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability comprising a base resin which has a density of about 945 kg/m 3 to about 955 kg/m 3 , and comprises an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m 3 , in an amount ranging from. 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A) wherein said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0,01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa.s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2500 Pa.s. The present disclosure also relates to methods of making, and using the present compositions, and to articles made from there composition, and preferably to pipes and fittings.

Posttreatment and system for posttreatment of pelletized polyolefin resins

A posttreatment and a system for posttreating pelletized polyolefin resins. The posttreatment comprises a heating step.

Improved polyolefin manufacturing process

The present invention relates to an improved process for compounding a polyolefin composition comprising providing feed components including one or more high molecular weight olefin polymer components and one or more low molecular weight polyolefin components. The high and low molecular weight components are then compounded together to create a molten homogeneous polyolefin mixture.

Bimodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of making and using the same

The present disclosure is related to bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability comprising a base resin which has a density of about 945 kg/m 3 to about 955 kg/m 3 , and comprises an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m 3 , in an amount ranging from 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A) wherein said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa·s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2500 Pa·s. The present disclosure also relates to methods of making, and using the present compositions, and to articles made from there composition, and preferably to pipes and fittings.

Bimodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of making and using the same

The present disclosure is related to bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability comprising a base resin which has a density of about 945 kg/m 3 to about 955 kg/m 3 , and comprises an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m 3 , in an amount ranging from 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A) wherein said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa·s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2500 Pa·s. The present disclosure also relates to methods of making, and using the present compositions, and to articles made from there composition, and preferably to pipes and fittings.

Posttreatment of pelletized polyolefin resins

Meltblown fibrous sorbent media and method of making sorbent media

Fibrous sorbent media or pads are formed from non-woven mats of thermoplastic fibers, preferably polypropylene fibers, having a mean diameter between about 0.5 microns and about 25 microns. The mats have a weight between about 2 ounces/yd 2 and about 25 ounces/yd 2 ; a thickness of at least {fraction (1/20)} of an inch; an oil absorbency ratio of at least 5 to 1 or a water absorbency ratio of at least 5 to 1. The sorbent media have first and second major surfaces with abrasion resistant, liquid permeable, integral skins and fibrous cores. The liquid permeable skins of the media are formed by melting fibers at and immediately adjacent the major surfaces of the mats to form thermoplastic melt layers which are subsequently solidified into the skins on the major surfaces of the mats. For many applications, the thermoplastic fibers of the mats are point bonded together at spaced apart locations to increase the integrity of the mats.

Biomodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of making and using the same

Bimodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of preparation and use thereof

Composicion de polimero de polietileno de alta densidad bimodal que comprende una resina base que tiene una densidad de 946 a 951 kg/m3, preferiblemente de 947 a 951 kg/m3, y comprende un polimero de etileno (A) que tiene una densidad de mas de 970 kg/m3, preferiblemente mas de 971 kg/m3 en una cantidad que oscila entre el 47 y el 53% en peso, preferiblemente entre el 48 y el 52% en peso, lo mas preferiblemente entre el 49,5 y el 51,5% en peso y un polimero de etileno (B) que tiene una densidad inferior a la densidad del polimero (A), en la que dicha composicion tiene una viscosidad compleja a una velocidad de cizalladura de 0,01 rad/s (190oC) que oscila entre 220 y 450 kPa.s, preferiblemente entre 220 y 420 kPa.s y una viscosidad compleja a una velocidad de cizalladura de 100 rad/s (190oC) que oscila entre 2000 y 2500 Pa.s, preferiblemente entre 2100 y 2450 Pa.s, composicion que tiene un modulo elastico del fundido G'(G"=3000) a un valor de modulo viscoso del fundido de referencia (G") de G"=3000 Pa que oscila entre 1650 y 2400 Pa, y cuando se convierte en una tuberia tiene una resistencia al agrietamiento por tension de mas de 9.000 h, preferiblemente mayor de 10.000 h tal como se mide mediante una prueba de tuberia con entalla segun la norma ISO ISO 13479: 1997. Bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer composition comprising a base resin having a density of 946 to 951 kg / m3, preferably 947 to 951 kg / m3, and comprising an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of more of 970 kg / m3, preferably more than 971 kg / m3 in an amount ranging between 47 and 53% by weight, preferably between 48 and 52% by weight, most preferably between 49.5 and 51 , 5% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A), in which said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad / s (190oC ) ranging between 220 and 450 kPa.s, preferably between 220 and 420 kPa.s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 ...

Ethylene homopolymer, continuous polymerization process for its preparation, composition consisting essentially of the ethylene homopolymer and shaped products manufactured from this composition

An ethylene homopolymer having a density of from about 0.956 to about 0.970 g/cm3 and a high load melt index (190 °C and 21.6 kg) of from about 7 to about 21 g/10 min. A continuous polymerization process for the production of the ethylene homopolymer, in the presence of a diluent chosen from the group consisting essentially of n-butane, n-hexane, n-heptane, isobutane, isopentane, isooctane, 2,2-dimethylpropane, cyclopentane, cyclohexane and their mixtures, wherein ethylene is brought into contact with a chromium oxide catalyst deposited on an inorganic support containing from about 0.1 to about 5 wt % chromium and activated at a temperature from about 600 to about 900 °C, at a polymerization temperature from about 55 to about 150 °C, the ethylene concentration in the diluent being from about 1 to about 10 mol %. A composition consisting essentially of the ethylene homopolymer, the composition having a density of from about 0.956 to about 0.970 g/cm3 and a high load melt index of from about 5 to about 20 g/10 min. A shaped product manufactured from this composition.

Bimodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of making and using the same

Immuno-conjugates and methods for producing them

The present invention provides an isolated protein comprising an immunoglobulin variable region comprising at least two cysteine residues positioned within framework region 1 such that if at least two of the cysteine residues are not conjugated to another compound a disulphide bond forms between the cysteine residues. Preferably the protein comprises an immunoglobulin heavy chain variable region and an immunoglobulin light chain variable region, wherein at least one of the variable regions comprises the two cysteine residues. The present invention also provides a protein that binds to TAG72. The present invention also provides conjugates of the protein and another compound.

Method for reducing acrylamide in corn-based foods, corn-based foods having reduced levels of acrylamide, and article of commerce

A method for the reduction of acrylamide in corn-based food products, corn-based food products having reduced levels of acrylamide, and an article of commerce. In one aspect, the method comprises reducing the level of asparagine in a corn-based food material before final heating (e.g., cooking). In another aspect, the method comprises adding to a corn-based food material an enzyme capable of hydrolyzing the amide group of free asparagine. In yet another aspect, an article of commerce communicates to the consumer that a corn-based food product has reduced or low levels of acrylamide or asparagine.

Method for reducing acrylamide in corn-based foods, corn-based foods having reduced levels of acrylamide, and article of commerce

Disclosed is a method for the reduction of acrylamide in corn-based food products, corn-based food products having reduced levels of acrylamide, and an article of commerce. In one aspect, the method comprises reducing the level of asparagine in a corn-based food material before final heating (e.g., cooking) by adding an asparagine-reducing enzyme (such as asparaginase) to the food material before heating. In another aspect, the method comprises adding to a corn-based food material an enzyme capable of hydrolyzing the amide group of free asparagine. In yet another aspect, an article of commerce communicates to the consumer that a corn-based food product has reduced or low levels of acrylamide or asparagine.

Method for reducing acrylamide in corn-based foods, corn-based foods having reduced levels of acrylamide, and article of commerce

A method for the reduction of acrylamide in corn-based food products, corn-based food products having reduced levels of acrylamide, and an article of commerce. In one aspect, the method comprises reducing the level of asparagine in a corn-based food material before final heating (e.g., cooking). In another aspect, the method comprises adding to a corn-based food material an enzyme capable of hydrolyzing the amide group of free asparagine. In yet another aspect, an article of commerce communicates to the consumer that a corn-based food product has reduced or low levels of acrylamide or asparagine.

Method for reducing acrylamide in corn-based foods, corn-based foods having reduced levels of acrylamide, and article of commerce

A method for the reduction of acrylamide in corn-based food products, corn-based food products having reduced levels of acrylamide, and an article of commerce. In one aspect, the method comprises reducing the level of asparagine in a corn-based food material before final heating (e.g., cooking). In another aspect, the method comprises adding to a corn-based food material an enzyme capable of hydrolyzing the amide group of free asparagine. In yet another aspect, an article of commerce communicates to the consumer that a corn-based food product has reduced or low levels of acrylamide or asparagine.

Method for reducing acrylamide in corn-based foods, corn-based foods having reduced levels of acrylamide, and article of commerce

A method for the reduction of acrylamide in corn-based food products, corn-based food products having reduced levels of acrylamide, and an article of commerce. In one aspect, the method comprises reducing the level of asparagine in a corn-based food material before final heating (e.g., cooking). In another aspect, the method comprises adding to a corn-based food material an enzyme capable of hydrolyzing the amide group of free asparagine. In yet another aspect, an article of commerce communicates to the consumer that a corn-based food product has reduced or low levels of acrylamide or asparagine.

Method for reducing acrylamide in foods, and foods having reduced levels of acrylamide

METHOD FOR REDUCING ACRILAMIDE IN FOODS AND FOODS THAT HAVE REDUCED ACRILAMIDE LEVELS.

Un método para reducir el nivel de asparagina en un material alimenticio, que comprende: y (1) proporcionar un material alimenticio que comprende asparagina; (2) reducir el tamaño de partículas del material alimenticio; (3) de forma opcional aumentar la permeabilidad de la membrana celular del material alimenticio; (4) extraer la asparagina del material alimenticio. A method of reducing the level of asparagine in a food material, comprising: and (1) providing a food material comprising asparagine; (2) reduce the particle size of the food material; (3) optionally increase the permeability of the cell membrane of the food material; (4) extract asparagine from food material.

Immuno-conjugates and methods for producing them

The present invention provides an isolated protein comprising an immunoglobulin variable region comprising at least two cysteine residues positioned within framework region 1 such that if at least two of the cysteine residues are not conjugated to another compound a disulphide bond forms between the cysteine residues. Preferably the protein comprises an immunoglobulin heavy chain variable region and an immunoglobulin light chain variable region, wherein at least one of the variable regions comprises the two cysteine residues. The present invention also provides a protein that binds to TAG72. The present invention also provides conjugates of the protein and another compound.

Sales transaction system with electronic coupon processing

A sales transaction system utilizing electronically stored coupons including a portable handheld optical code reader for scanning symbols on paper coupons associated with product items to be purchased a host computer for receiving data associated with the scanned coupons from of the reader, and for redeeming the electronically stored coupons for each respective corresponding item purchased. Alternatively, also is provided a method of preparing paper coupons to facilitate a sales transaction by providing a customer identifier in a user's computer; inputting into the computer an electronic coupon template for a specific product; providing the customer identifier data into the coupon template; and printing a paper coupon including the customer identifier data for the specific product.

Combinations of dipeptidyl peptidase IV inhibitors and other antidiabetic agents for the treatment of diabetes mellitus

Disclosed is a method for the treatment of diabetes mellitus, especially Type 2 diabetes and conditions associated with diabetes mellitus in a mammal such as a human, which method comprises administering an effective, non-toxic and pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a dipeptidyl peptidase IV inhibitor and another antidiabetic agent, to a mammal in need thereof.

Lightweight armor plate and method

Aluminum armor plate containing relatively high amounts of magnesium, 6-10%, along with about 0.1-1% manganese and up to 0.23% chromium is made by cold rolling aluminum alloy rolling stock to a cold reduction of at least 10% with or without prior hot rolling. Susceptibility to stress conversion cracking is overcome by heating the alloy to an elevated temperature of typically 600° or 700° F. or more followed by cooling the alloy at a controlled cooling rate of at least 10° F. per minute. The heating and the cooling precede the cold rolling operation and may be associated with hot rolling if such is employed.

Retail sales customer marketing system with electronic coupon processing

A sales incentive system utilizing a portable handheld optical code reader for use by a consumer for scanning bar code symbols corresponding to product items to be purchased, including a memory for storing symbol data of items scanned by the reader a computer receives the stored data associated with the scanned items from the memory of the reader, and selectively generates coupon information based upon sales offers for specific products currently available based upon an analysis of the stored data by the computer. A printer may be coupled to the computer for printing at the consumer's location a set of coupons corresponding to the coupon information transferred from the computer to the consumer's location.

High strength weldable aluminum base alloy product and method of making same

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A weldable aluminum base alloy product is disclosed which is characterized by high strength, including high resistance to ballistic penetration and resistance to stress-corrosion cracking. The alloy consists essentially of from above 5 wt.% to 7 wt.% copper; 0 to 0.8 wt.% manganese, maximum 0.1 wt.% titanium, 0 to 0.25 wt.% vanadium, 0 to 0.25 wt.% zirconium and 0.10 to 0.30 wt.% magnesium with the balance consisting essentially of aluminum. The alloy is cold worked a minimum amount equivalent to 6% stretching at room temperature after solution heat treatment and quenching, preferably by stretching. The alloy is then aged, after cold working for at least 2 hours at a temperature of at least 121°C. (250°F.).

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OPTICAL DEVICE FOR READING AND PROCESSING AND IMPLEMENTING THE SAME

Method of making zeolites

The present invention relates to a process for producing a crystalline synthetic faujasite wherein an activated sodium silicate system is provided by mixing a sodium silicate solution with a seed amount of the faujasite to be produced and the activated sodium silicate system is reacted with a sodium aluminate solution under controlled conditions to thereby form the desired crystalline synthetic faujasite.

Method of enhancing mating in poultry

A method of increasing the mating aggressiveness of poultry males by adding an effective amount of zeolite A up to about 4.0 weight percent of the feed, to the feed of the poultry males, and feeding the poultry males the feed containing zeolite A.

Electrical ornamentation system

ELECTRICAL ORNAMENTATION SYSTEM ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A connector is disclosed which permits an electrically illuminated ornament or the like to be readily connected to a string of conventional light sockets. A first connection is provided which perferably is in the form of a conventional socket for receiving a lamp which is inserted in a grommet carried by an ornament. At the opposite end, contacts are mounted in a support member of insulating material to form a plug assembly arranged to fit within a conventional socket. The construction is such as to accommodate various types and dimensions of sockets. A coupling element attaches the connector to the ornament and acts as both a retention device and as a heat sink for the miniature light, the coupling element having particular utility in an edge-lit ornament.

Desulfurization of coal

A process is disclosed for desulfurization of coal which comprises: digesting, in a digestion zone, coal and a Group IA or IIA metal oxide or mixtures thereof in the presence of a fused metal chloride salt medium, which medium is capable of dissolving sulfur-containing organic compounds present in the coal and which has a melting point below the digestion temperature; passing anhydrous hydrogen chloride into the digestion zone and removing from the digestion zone desulfurized coal. Subsequent refining of the desulfurized coal is also disclosed.

Combinations comprising a beta-agonist and a further antidiabetic agent

A method for the treatment of diabetes mellitus and conditions associated wi th diabetes mellitus in a mammal such as a human, which method comprises administering an effective, non-toxic and pharmaceutically acceptable amount of a beta agonist and another antidiabetic agent, to a mammal in need thereo f.

Drug assisted wound drainage line

The wound drainage apparatus for drug-assisted removal of bodily fluids includes a double-lumen tubing member connected to a customizable branched tubing member for placement in a wound cavity. A perforated inner tube connected to an anticoagulant drug delivery pump and a solid outer tube connected to a fluid drainage vacuum make up the double-lumen tubing member. The branched tubing member includes a plurality of secondary wound cavity tubes branching away from a primary wound cavity tube. The apparatus disclosed herein improves upon current drainage systems by preventing occlusions produced by blood clots forming in fluid drainage tubes.

Process for preparation of organic acid halide

A process for the preparation of organic acid halide such as acetyl chloride by reacting an organic acid anhydride with a silicon halide, such as silicon tetrachloride, under conditions such that such the organic acid halide is produced along with silica which is easily separated and disposed of. Preferred conditions include use of a solvent, use of a catalyst and additional process reaction steps whereby by-products are converted to additional organic acid halide and easily disposable waste products.

Biomodal high-density polyethylene resins and compositions with improved properties and methods of making and using the same

The present disclosure is related to bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability comprising a base resin which has a density of about 945 kg/m 3 to about 955 kg/m 3 , and comprises an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m 3 , in an amount ranging from. 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A) wherein said composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0,01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to about 450 kPa.s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to about 2500 Pa.s. The present disclosure also relates to methods of making, and using the present compositions, and to articles made from there composition, and preferably to pipes and fittings.

Treatment of ophthalmic conditions with mineralcorticoids

The present invention provides a method of treatment of an individual with an ophthalmic condition comprising the step of: administering to the individual a therapeutically effective amount of a compound capable of modulating the activity of mineralocorticoid receptors within cells or tissue located in an eye or adjacent to an eye in the individual to be treated. Preferably, said compound is an anti-oedematous steroid, more preferably a mineralocorticoid.

METHOD OF NAVIGATION FOR REMOTE RESEARCH AND TERMINAL FOR ITS PRACTICE

Surface enhancement and modification system

This invention provides a thin unsupported indicia containing layer (8) for modifying the appearance of a surface (2). The indicia containing layer (8) may be contained in a laminate structure that includes an adhesive coating applied to the lower surface of the indicia containing layer, at least one removable protective layer, and a release coating for facilitating the transfer of the indicia containing layer (8) from the removable protective coating onto the surface (2) to be modified. The invention also provides methods and systems for modifying the appearance of a surface (2) using the indicia containing layer (8).

Xanthine compounds

A compound of formula (I), wherein R1 and R2 each independently represent a C2-6 alkyl group, R3 represents a moiety -(CH2)mCHOHCH3; or a carboxyl group or a salt, ester or amide thereof, and n and m each independently represent an integer 1, 2 or 3; a process for preparing such a compound, a pharmaceutical composition containing such a compound and the use of such a compound and composition in medicine.

Automatic testing device for battery back-up system - provides periodic coupling to load to check discharge process to identify fault

An electrical load (VI) is coupled via a switch (X) to either a mains supply (AI,N) or to a back up battery (B) that is maintained in a charged conditioned (G). Following supply failure the battery maintains the load via an inverter (W). Coupled to the system is a watchdog circuit (P) that checks and tests the battery condition. The automatic test procedure is periodically executed and consists of coupling the fully loaded buttery onto the load. The time taken to reach a lower threshold is logged. In the event that the threshold is undershot an error condition exists and optical and acoustic alarms are triggered. ADVANTAGE - Provides early warning of battery fault.

Combinations of dipeptidyl peptidase IV inhibitors and other antidiabetic agents for the treatment of diabetes mellitus

METHOD FOR REDUCING THE ACRYLAMIDE CONTENT OF FOODS, FOODS WITH LOW ACRYLAMIDE CONTENT

High energy fuel comprising beryllium hydride and pentaborane

HETEROGENEOUS COMPOSITIONS, STABLE AGAINST SEDIMENTATION, ARE MADE BY SUSPENDING AN INSOLUBLE SOLID COMPONENT IN A LIQUID MIXTURE OF TWO COMPONENTS, ONE MORE AND THE OTHER LESS DENSE THAN THE SOLID COMPONENT, IN SUCH PROPORTIONS THAT THE DENSITY OF THE LIQUID MIXTURE APPROXIMATES CLOSELY THAT OF THE SOLID COMPONENT. EXEMPLARY COMPOSITIONS ARE SUSPENSIONS OF BERYLLIUM HYDRIDE IN (1) 82 VOLUME PERCENT PENTABORANE, 18 VOLUME PERCENT TRIMETHYLALUMINUM, AND (2) 93 VOLUME PERCENT PENTABORANE, 7 VOLUME PERCENT DECABORANE.

Method of improving feathering in birds

A method of improving feathering of poultry, which comprises feeding poultry a diet containing a small amount of zeolite.

Compact bar code scanner

A compact optical code reader is disclosed having multiple functions and a unique shape and configuration of actuators and indicators. A system including the reader also includes a cradle, interface and host terminal, capable of performing various data processing functions involving scanned data.

TREATMENT OF PROLIFERATIVE SKIN DISEASES

Splittable chargeable fiber, split multicomponent fiber, a split multicomponent fiber with a durable charge, nonwoven fabric, filter, and yarn containing the split fiber, and manufacturing processes therefor

A process for forming a splittable fiber having the steps of providing a multicomponent fiber; or a multicomponent staple fiber, providing a finish material, and at least partially coating the multicomponent fiber with the finish material to form a splittable fiber. The multicomponent fiber; or a multicomponent staple fiber, contains a first thermoplastic segment comprising polymer component A and a second thermoplastic segment comprising polymer component B. The finish material has an evaporation point of less than about 160°C. A process for forming a nonwoven fabric, a split multicomponent fiber, a split multicomponent fiber with a durable charge, a nonwoven fabric, and a filter and/or a spun yarn formed by the fibers herein is also described.

Patent JPS433474B1

Acclimation sensing and control of electronic equipment

Embodiments provide a method to control a power-on phase of an electronic device is provided. The method includes transmitting, by a processing device, a request to a plurality of sensors, the request to read a measurement related to an environmental condition; receiving, by the processing device, the measurement from each of the plurality of sensors; and when the measurement is equal to or above a threshold value, commencing, by the processing device, the power-on phase of the electronic device.

Therapeutic compositions comprising 5-amino hexahydropyrimidines or salts thereof

Tocopherols, tocotrienols, other chroman and side chain derivatives and uses thereof

The present invention provides an antiproliferative compound having the structural formula (I) wherein X is oxygen, nitrogen or sulfur; Y is selected from the group consisting of oxygen, nitrogen and sulfur wherein when Y is oxygen or nitrogen, n is 1 and when Y is sulfur, n is 0. Also provided is a method for inducing apoptosis in a cell comprising administering a composition comprising a compound.

Apparatus and method for magnetically unloading a rotor bearing

An apparatus and method for unloading a rotor bearing is described. The apparatus includes an electromagnet for levitating the rotor. In one embodiment, a sensor of the magnetic field near the electromagnet is used to control the current to levitate the rotor. In another embodiment, a method is provided that includes rotating the rotor, increasing the current to levitate the rotor and decrease the gap between electromagnet and rotor, and then reducing the current to levitate the rotor with a minimal amount of electric power to the electromagnet.

Tocopherols, tocotrienols, other chroman and side chain derivatives and uses thereof

The present invention provides an antiproliferative compound having the structural formula (I) wherein X is oxygen, nitrogen or sulfur; Y is selected from the group consisting of oxygen, nitrogen and sulfur wherein when Y is oxygen or nitrogen, n is 1 and when Y is sulfur, n is 0. Also provided is a method for inducing apoptosis in a cell comprising administering a composition comprising a compound.

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Zeolites in poultry nutrition

Interior egg quality, usually expressed in Haugh Units, is prolonged by feeding the laying poultry a diet containing zeolite A. If the feed contains a reduced chloride content, egg shell quality, egg shell thickness or egg specific gravity may be also improved, and/or the number of shell-less eggs may be reduced.

Leptin fragment (of ob protein)

A leptin or ob peptide or a functional derivative, analogue or variant thereof, which modulates body weight substantially by means of modulating energy utilisation, a pharmaceutical composition containing such a compound, a process for the preparation of such a compound and the use of such a compound in medicine.

Stable vitamin A

Immuno-conjugates and methods for producing them

The present invention provides an isolated protein comprising an immunoglobulin variable region comprising at least two cysteine residues positioned within framework region 1 such that if at least two of the cysteine residues are not conjugated to another compound a disulphide bond forms between the cysteine residues. Preferably the protein comprises an immunoglobulin heavy chain variable region and an immunoglobulin light chain variable region, wherein at least one of the variable regions comprises the two cysteine residues. The present invention also provides a protein that binds to TAG72. The present invention also provides conjugates of the protein and another compound.

Hood intake bezel

COMBINATIONS OF DIPEPTIDYL PEPTIDASE IV INHIBITORS AND OTHER ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS FOR THE TREATMENT OF DIABETES MELLITUS.

Atmospheric plasma treatment of meltblown fibers used in filtration

An improvement in filtration is seen by treating microfibers with a gaseous plasma at atmospheric conditions. The improvement results from etching the microfibers thereby increasing the surface area of the microfibers.