Protective device of lid for container e.g. pressurized container in food industry, has bayonet fitting that is formed on surface of inner filter by releasable connections of connection portions of protective bell and retention device

Un dispositif de protection (100) pour un filtre (106) situé à l'intérieur, tel un filtre intérieur stérile, qui peut être agencé sous une valve de pression à l'intérieur d'un récipient, comprend une cloche de protection (101) avec un, de préférence plusieurs premiers élément de liaison (104), et un dispositif de support (102) avec un, de préférence plusieurs deuxièmes éléments de liaison (105), ces éléments de liaison (104, 105) pouvant former une liaison d'assemblage amovible de la cloche de protection (101) avec le dispositif de support (102). Il est prévu en plus dans la cloche de protection (101), pour la fixation de la cloche de protection (101) au dispositif de support (102), un ressort (103) dont l'extrémité s'éloignant de la cloche de protection (101) forme, en commun avec les premiers et deuxièmes éléments de liaison amovibles (104, 105) et une surface du filtre (106) situé à l'intérieur, un système de fermeture à baïonnette.

DETECTING SENSOR FOR SENSING CELL WITH HIGH ELECTRON MOBILITY TRANSISTOR (S) AND RING RESONATOR (E)

Methods and systems for duct protection of vehicle

Des procédés et des systèmes de protection d'un conduit de véhicule sont proposés. Les procédés et systèmes proposés comprennent un appareil (200) pour confiner un écoulement de fluide évacué d'une rupture (110) dans un conduit (102). L'appareil (200) comprend une couche de confinement balistique (202) et une gaine d'isolation (204) accouplée à la couche de confinement balistique (202). La gaine d'isolation (204) comprend une première couche de confinement d'air (206), une couche d'isolation (208), et une seconde couche de confinement d'air (210).

SCHOTTKY SENSOR FOR DETECTING A COMPONENT OF EXHAUST GAS

DEVICE OF DISENGAGING

DETECTING SENSOR FOR HIGH ELECTRON MOBILITY TRANSISTOR OF A SELECTIVE GASEOUS OR LIQUID COMPONENT

L'invention porte sur un procédé et un capteur de détection ou de mesure d'au moins un composant spécifique parmi plusieurs composants présents dans un mélange gazeux ou liquide par un capteur (1) comprenant au moins une cellule de captage à transistor à haute mobilité électronique comportant une source (2) et un drain (3) avec une grille (4) intercalée entre source (2) et drain (3), une tension étant appliquée entre source (2) et drain (3) et une intensité de courant dans la cellule de captage étant relevée. Il est procédé à un pilotage de la tension entre source (2) et drain (3) faisant varier l'intensité de courant, le pilotage de la tension se faisant selon un modèle de tension prédéterminé par expérience pour délivrer un profil d'intensité caractéristique dudit au moins un composant spécifique.

BLOCKING AND ADJUSTING DEVICE FOR SEATS OF MOTOR VEHICLES, IN PARTICULAR FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE FILE

SCHOTTKY SENSOR DETECTING A CONSTITUENT OF AN EXHAUST GAS

PROCESS Of OBTAINING a TANK AND WATER TANK IN TWO PARTS ACCORDING TO CEPROCEDE

SENSOR FOR DETECTING A COMPONENT IN A GAS

SOLENOID VALVE IN PARTICULAR FOR an INSTALLATION Of FUEL INJECTION Of a MOTOR VEHICLE

DEVICE FOR A TAPE SHEET-SHAPED FOLDS Z

METHOD AND SENSOR FOR MEASURING A VARIABLE DEPENDENT RATE IN A TUBE

Capteur (100) pour mesurer une grandeur dépendant d'un débit dans un tube (108), comprenant un corps oscillant (102) installé dans le tube (108), plongé dans le milieu et mobile dans le milieu, essentiellement le long de l'axe longitudinal (110) du tube (108). Le corps oscillant (102) est couplé au tube (108) de manière oscillante par un ressort (112). Une installation d'entraînement (104) entraîne le corps oscillant (102), en utilisant un signal d'entraînement pour qu'il oscille dans le milieu et une installation de mesure (106) détecte l'oscillation et mesure la grandeur dépendant du débit dans le tube (108).

DETECTING SENSOR FOR SENSING CELL WITH HIGH ELECTRON MOBILITY TRANSISTOR (S) AND RING RESONATOR (E)

L'invention porte sur un capteur sans fil de détection ou de mesure d'au moins un composant spécifique présent dans un mélange gazeux ou liquide, le capteur de gaz comprenant au moins une cellule de captage (1) à transistor à haute mobilité électronique comportant une source et un drain avec une grille intercalée entre source et drain. Ladite au moins une cellule de captage (1) à transistor à haute mobilité électronique est associée au moins un anneau résonateur fendu (2, 2a) d'au moins une fente (3, 3a) respective et connecté entre, d'une part, le drain et, d'autre part, la grille ou la source de ladite au moins une cellule de captage (1), le capteur détectant un changement d'intensité ou de fréquence de résonance en fonction de la présence et/ou de la concentration dudit au moins un composant spécifique dans le mélange gazeux ou liquide.

PROCESS Of ALIGNMENT OF TWO BANDS JOINED TOGETHER IN a MULTI-LAYER BAND ETDISPOSITIF FOR the IMPLEMENTATION OF the PROCESS

DOMESTIC IRON HAS VAPOR PULSEE

SELF-CLEANING IRON WITH ANTI-GOUTTE

Vorrichtung zum wahlweise erfolgenden seitlichen Austrag oder Weiterfoerdern von Versatzgut aus bzw. in insbesondere Blasversatzleitungen des Bergbaues

Halbleiter-Anordnung

Verfahren zur Herstellung von 1, 1-Dihydroperfluoralkanolen

Schaltungsanordnung zum UEbertragen von Daten mit hohen UEbertragungsgeschwindigkeiten

Verfahren und Anordnung zum UEbertragen von Daten ueber eine bereits innerhalb einerFernmeldeanlage vorhandene UEbertragungsstrecke

Elektromagnetventil, insbesondere für schlupfgeregelte Kraftfahrzeugbremsanlagen

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Elektromagnetventil, mit einem in einem Ventilgehäuse (14) angeordneten Ventilstößel (4), der einen Ventildurchlass (10) im Ventilgehäuse (14) zu öffnen oder zu verschließen vermag, mit einem zur Betätigung des Ventilstößels (4) vorgesehenen Magnetanker (2), sowie mit einer auf den Ventilstößel (4) einwirkenden Rückstellfeder (8), deren vom Magnetanker (2) abgewandtes Federende sich an einem Magnetkern (5) im Ventilgehäuse (14) abstützt. Zur Reibungsminimierung ist der Magnetanker (2) während seines Arbeitshubs um seine Längsachse schwenkbar im Ventilgehäuse (14) aufgenommen, wozu sich ausschließlich ein am Endabschnitt des Magnetankers (2) vorgesehener Bund (12) an der Innenwand des Ventilgehäuses (14) abstützt.

Solenoid valve for wheel slip control system of motor car, has magnet armature that is displaced along surface of valve closure element in radially narrowing flow cross-section in dependence on stroke movement of armature

The solenoid valve has a valve housing (6) in which a valve closure element (3) is movably guided. A magnet armature (2) actuates the valve closure element. A damping chamber (1) is arranged in the gap between the magnetic armature and the valve closure element. The magnet armature is displaced along the surface of the valve closure element in radially narrowing flow cross-section (A) in dependence on the stroke movement of the armature.

Verfahren und Schaltungsanordnung zum Signalisieren bei Datenuebertragung mit Niederpegelgleichstrom

Wiederaufladbares galvanisches Element mit auf- und abwickelbaren Bandelektroden

Blasversatzleitung fuer den Bergbau

Pressure-Driven Membrane Valve for Pressure Control System

A control valve for a fluidic system is disclosed. The control valve comprises a housing and a flow control membrane is disclosed. The flow control membrane is anchored within the housing to form a reference chamber on a first side of the membrane and a fluid flow channel on a second opposing side of the membrane. The fluid flow channel selectively opens and closes to permit fluid to flow from the inlet to the outlet, and the membrane is configured to control flow through the channel from the inlet to the outlet by deflecting in response to pressure differentials of the reference chamber pressure and the fluid flow channel pressure acting across the membrane.

System, Method and Applications Involving Identification of Biological Circuits Such as Neurological Characteristics

Various aspects are directed to systems and methods for assessing neural activity of a neural region having multiple subfields. In certain embodiments, a method includes evoking a cellular electrical response in at least one subfield due to neural activity in the neural region, capturing image data of the electrical response at a level sufficiently detailed in space and time to differentiate between polarization-based events of two respective portions of the subfield, and then assessing neural activity by correlating space and time information, from the captured data, for the two respective portions of the sub-field. Other more specific aspects of the invention involve different preparation and neural stimulation approaches which can vary depending on the application.

Glaucoma drainage devices including vario-stable valves and associated systems and methods

Glaucoma drainage devices including vario-stable valves and associated systems and methods are disclosed. A glaucoma drainage device includes a drainage lumen and a valve system coupled to the drainage lumen to control the flow of fluid through the drainage lumen. The valve system includes an adjustable valve with a diaphragm that is in communication with the drainage lumen and is movable to occupy varying amounts of the drainage lumen. In some embodiments, the valve system is maintained in a desired position without the use of power such that power is only needed when changing a position of the adjustable valve.

System and method for making a film having a matte finish

A system and a method for providing a film having a matte finish. The system includes means for providing a coated substrate, the coated substrate comprising a first coatable material applied to a substrate, the coatable material forming a first major surface of the coated substrate; means for changing the viscosity of the first coatable material from a first viscosity to a second viscosity; a face-side roller having an outer surface positioned to contact the first major surface of the coated substrate to impart a matte finish thereon; and optionally, means for hardening the first coatable material. The method of the invention includes the steps of (1) providing a coated substrate comprising a coatable material disposed on a substrate, the coatable material providing a first major surface of the coated substrate; (2) changing the viscosity of the coatable material from the initial viscosity to a second viscosity; (3) contacting the first major surface of the coated substrate with at least one face-side roller to impart a matte finish; and (4) optionally, hardening the coatable material to provide the film.

Methods and compositions for radiohalogen protein labeling

Methods and compositions are provided for labeling proteins with radiohalogen-label reagents. Radiohalogen-labeled proteins may be used for imaging studies, as therapeutics and in diagnostic tests. The [ 125 I] HIP-DOTA label reagent 6 is prepared by an efficient and convenient process.

System and method for making a film having a matte finish

A system and a method for providing a film having a matte finish is described. A coatable material is applied to a substrate. The viscosity of the coatable material is changed and a face-side roller contacts the coatable material to impart a matte finish thereon; and hardening the coatable material.

Under-occluding wide flow channels for peristaltic pumps

A flow channel suitable for use with a peristaltic pump comprises: an upper wall having a bowed upward shape; a lower wall having one of a bowed downward shape and a flat shape; and one or more spacers between the upper wall and the lower wall disposed between lateral edges of the upper and lower walls, each spacer having a height. The upper wall, lower wall, and the one or more spacers define a lumen. When the upper wall is compressed toward the lower wall by compressing members, the one or more spacers limit vertical movement of the compressing members such that the lumen is maintained in an under-occluded condition. In some cases, the bowing of one of the upper and lower walls has a recurved shape.

Support cushions and methods for active ventilation of same

A support cushion is provided for moving an amount of air through the support cushion. The support cushion includes a body supporting layer having a removable portion, an upper base layer defining one or more air conduits In fluid communication with the removable portion, a lower base layer defining a cavity, and a bottom layer. A fan is positioned within the cavity such that the fan is in fluid communication with the one or more air conduits defined by the upper base layer. The fan is thus capable of drawing air from the top surface of the body supporting layer, through the removable portion, through the one or more air conduits in the upper base layer, and exhausting the air into the bottom layer. Methods of actively ventilating a support cushion are also provided.

Compositions for imparting color and tone to the hair

The present disclosure relates to compositions for altering the tone or color of the hair, the compositions comprising at least one amino acid, at least one carboxylic acid, monoethanolamine, and at least one hair coloring agent. The disclosure also relates to methods of using the compositions.

Ophthalmic lens disinfecting base

The present invention provides for a disinfecting radiation base with a germicidal bulb for providing disinfecting radiation to a storage case for an ophthalmic lens, such as a contact lens. The disinfecting radiation base provides disinfecting radiation for disinfecting a contact lens. The disinfecting radiation base may also include a processor and digital memory for automated functions associated with the base.

Context based geo-seismic object identification

A workflow is presented that facilitates defining geocontextual information as a set of rules for multiple seismic attributes. Modeling algorithms may be employed that facilitate analysis of multiple seismic attributes to find candidate regions that are most likely to satisfy the set of rules. These candidates may then be sorted based on how well they represent the geocontextual information.

Pediatric Imaging Assembly

A patient support assembly for use in a magnetic resonance image (MRI) scanner includes a first and a second patient support structure and a first and a second imaging coil. The patient support assembly provides support for multiple anatomical regions being imaged, improving patient comfort during the procedure. Access to the patient is improved by: providing a flexible coil that wraps around at least one of the anatomical regions being imaged, providing a support structure open to the anterior region of the anatomical region being imaged, and providing a support structure that may be opened and closed about the anatomical region being imaged. The patient support assembly also aligns the two imaging coils to minimize interference between coils during imaging.

Auxiliary Burner Assembly and Control System for Combusting Vent Gases in Petroleum Production and Processing

An auxiliary burner assembly is provided within the exhaust stack associated with a main burner assembly for combusting vent gases from a petroleum production and processing facility. The auxiliary burner unit is located within the exhaust stack associated with the main burner assembly. The auxiliary burner assembly enables the same exhaust stack as the main burner assembly while effective combusting exhaust gases and providing heating of a medium when required. The auxiliary burner is utilized when the main burner assembly is inactive and can be utilized to improve airflow to initiate the main burner assembly. An auxiliary burner controller system is utilized to control operation of the auxiliary burners.

Generation and Deployment of Ice with modified Optical and/or Thermal Properties

Embodiments generally relate to methods and apparatuses for generating ice. In one embodiment, a material is introduced to water, and the temperature of the combination of the water and the material is lowered until ice forms, the formed ice having a higher albedo than it would have had if the step of lowering the temperature had been carried out on the water without first carrying out the step of introducing the material. In one embodiment, the material is selected such that an aqueous solution of the material is alkaline. In another embodiment, a material is introduced to water, and the temperature of the combination of the water and the material is lowered until ice forms, the ice forming at a faster rate than the rate at which it would have formed if the material had not been introduced to the water.

METHODS FOR DECREASING LOCAL TEMPERATURE USING HIGH ALBEDO MATERIALS

A method for modifying environmental conditions comprises deploying a material having an albedo of at least 0.15 over a surface of a body of water associated with a man-made structure. The deployed material increases an albedo of the surface, increases an evaporation rate at the surface for a given temperature, and decreases a temperature characterizing the man-made structure. 1. A method comprising:deploying a material having an albedo of at least 0.15 over a surface of a body of water associated with a man-made structure, such that the deployed material increases an albedo of the surface, increases an evaporation rate at the surface for a given temperature, and decreases a temperature characterizing the man-made structure.2. The method of wherein the man-made structure is one of a power plant and a data center.3. The method of wherein the material is characterized by a wettable surface that provides a large effective surface area relative to the surface area of water covered by the material.4. The method of wherein the material surface includes one or more wettable pores.5. The method of wherein the material comprises a plurality of hollow components.6. The method of wherein the material removes itself from the water surface by at least one of the following mechanisms: sinking claim 1 , bio-degrading claim 1 , breaking up claim 1 , and dispersing.7. The method of further comprising monitoring the position of the material after the deployment.8. The method of wherein the deployed material has a coating that modifies at least one of the following: the material's albedo claim 1 , the material's buoyancy claim 1 , the material's degradation rate claim 1 , and the evaporation rate in the local area following deployment of the material.9. The method of additionally comprising removing the deployed material from the water surface after a desired time period from the start of the deployment.10. A method comprising:deploying a material having an albedo of at least 0.15 ...

Systems for decreasing local temperature using high albedo materials

A system comprises a plurality of albedo-increasing materials distributed on a surface of a man-made structure and having an albedo that is greater than an albedo of the surface of the man-made structure, wherein the albedo of the albedo-increasing materials is at least 0.15. The plurality of albedo-increasing materials are positioned and sized to increase an evaporation rate at the surface for a given temperature and decrease a temperature characterizing the man-made structure.

Blower housing having integral exhaust blower discharge drain section

A blower housing comprises first and second blower housing pieces for surrounding a blower fan. The first blower housing piece comprises a blower discharge section comprising an inner tubular portion, an outer tubular portion, and a drain hole. The inner tubular portion defines a blower discharge passage. The inner and outer tubular portions define an exhaust pipe cavity adapted to receive an end margin of an exhaust pipe. The tubular portions are adapted to enable condensate water that forms on the inner surface of the exhaust pipe to flow into the exhaust pipe cavity. The drain hole extends through the outer tubular portion. The drain hole is configured to enable condensate water flowing into the exhaust pipe cavity to drain from the blower housing. The first blower housing piece is a molded one-piece member.

Sensing system for medication delivery device

A fluid sensing system ( 30 ) including a fluid channel ( 32 ) with an inlet ( 34 ) and an outlet ( 36 ). A thermal device ( 38 ) is operably coupled thereto at a first position whereby thermal energy is transferable with fluid in the channel. A section of the fluid channel downstream of the first position has a predefined cross section and flow path. A thermal imaging device ( 46 ) is positioned to capture a thermal image of at least a portion of the downstream section. A processor ( 48 ) coupled with the thermal imaging device is configured to determine at least one output value representative of a property of the fluid medication or fluid flow using the thermal image. The output value may be the flow volume. In some embodiments, the fluid channel also defines a section upstream of the first position with the thermal imaging device capturing an image that includes at least portions of both the upstream and downstream sections.

METHODS FOR COOLING WATER TEMPERATURE USING HIGH ALBEDO MATERIALS

A method for cooling the temperature of a body of water having a top surface exposed to sunlight comprises distributing balls such that they lie on, and in direct contact with, at least part of the top surface, the at least part of the top surface characterized prior to the distribution by a pre-distribution surface area; The balls have diameters within a range of 100 microns to 3 mm, and albedos within a range of 0.15 to 1.0. The surfaces of the balls are hydrophilic, such that after the distribution a total wetted surface area greater than the pre-distribution surface area of the water is provided, facilitating the cooling. In one embodiment, the body of water is a natural or unnatural lake or bay.

Method for selecting polynucleotides encoding antigen-specific immunoglobulin subunit

The present invention relates to a high efficiency method of expressing immunoglobulin molecules in eukaryotic cells. The invention is further drawn to a method of producing immunoglobulin heavy and light chain libraries, particularly using the trimolecular recombination method, for expression in eukaryotic cells. The invention further provides methods of selecting and screening for antigen-specific immunoglobulin molecules, and antigen-specific fragments thereof. The invention also provides kits for producing, screening and selecting antigen-specific immunoglobulin molecules. Finally, the invention provides immunoglobulin molecules, and antigen-specific fragments thereof, produced by the methods provided herein.

Method of and apparatus for automatically detecting and treating ventricular fibrillation

Method of and apparatus for automatic defibrillation of the cardiac ventricles of a heart wherein both the mechanical and electrical activities of the ventricles are sensed and used as operating inputs to the controls. Electrical activity is detected and measured with a pair of electrodes, and the waves of an electrocardiogram (ECG) are analyzed. When such electrical analysis indicates that ventricular fibrillation is present and persists, an electrical circuit is actuated for detecting mechanical pumping activity of the heart. Mechanical pumping activity is measured by the change in impedance between the pair of electrodes in one of the ventricles. The change of ventricular impedance is caused by the varying volume of blood contained within the ventricle and depends upon whether the ventricle is in a contracted or a relaxed state. The defibrillator is actuated only when both the mechanical and electrical activity of the ventricle indicates a need for defibrillation. Because some conditions may be encountered which closely resemble ventricular fibrillation, the defibrillator quantitatively preprograms and weighs the relative importance of the electrical and mechanical signals from the heart.

Multiple monopolar system and method of measuring stroke volume of the heart

A multiple monopolar system and method for measuring stroke volume of a patient's heart. An intracardiac impedance catheter is provided with a plurality of monopolar electrodes axially spaced along the surface of its distal end, and is used in conjunction with a distant reference electrode which may, for example, be incorporated into the conductive case of a pacemaker. The proximal end of the catheter is attached to the pacemaker, which, in addition to pulse generator circuitry and circuitry for sensing electrical activity of the heart and for controlling pacing rate, includes a constant-current source for current injection into the volume of blood in the patient's ventricle and an impedance processor for measuring the resultant voltage between one of the monopolar electrodes in the ventricle and the pacemaker case and for calculating stroke volume therefrom. A system and method are also disclosed for generating a three-phase relationship between cardiac output and heart rate for an individual patient at a particular workload, for purposes of determining optimal heart rate, as is a method of using the monopolar electrode configuration to detect ventricular fibrillation.

Fabrication of suspended structures using a sacrificial layer

A method for fabricating a suspended structure including a layer of membrane material over a substrate. The suspended structure overlies a cavity in the substrate. The method starts by generating a sacrificial layer comprising a first material that can withstand temperatures typically encountered in subsequent conventional semiconductor processing steps. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the bond between sacrificial layer and the underlying substrate must be capable of withstanding temperatures greater than the Si—Al eutectic point. A layer of membrane material is then deposited over the sacrificial layer. The membrane material comprises a second material different from the first material. An opening is introduced in the layer of membrane material thereby exposing the sacrificial layer. A first etchant is applied to the sacrificial layer through the opening until the sacrificial layer is removed leaving a portion of the cavity. The first etchant is chosen such that the first etchant removes the first material more rapidly than the second material. Finally, a second etchant is introduced into the cavity to expand the cavity. The second etchant is chosen such that the second etchant removes the substrate more rapidly than the second material. The first material is preferably PSG, thermal silicon dioxide, low temperature oxide, or tungsten.

Fabrication of suspended structures using a sacrificial layer

A method for fabricating a suspended structure including a layer of membrane material over a substrate. The suspended structure overlies a cavity in the substrate. The method starts by generating a sacrificial layer comprising a first material that can withstand temperatures typically encountered in subsequent conventional semiconductor processing steps. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the bond between sacrificial layer and the underlying substrate must be capable of withstanding temperatures greater than the Si-Al eutectic point. A layer of membrane material is then deposited over the sacrificial layer. The membrane material comprises a second material different from the first material. An opening is introduced in the layer of membrane material thereby exposing the sacrificial layer. A first etchant is applied to the sacrificial layer through the opening until the sacrificial layer is removed leaving a portion of the cavity. The first etchant is chosen such that the first etchant removes the first material more rapidly than the second material. Finally, a second etchant is introduced into the cavity to expand the cavity. The second etchant is chosen such that the second etchant removes the substrate more rapidly than the second material. The first material is preferably PSG, thermal silicon dioxide, low temperature oxide, or tungsten.

Light extraction films for organic light emitting devices (OLEDs)

Optical films for enhancing light extraction from self-emissive light sources such as bottom-emitting or top-emitting OLEDs are disclosed. The extraction films typically include a flexible carrier film, and a first and second layer carried by the carrier film. The first or second layer has a nanovoided morphology and includes a polymer binder, and may also have a refractive index less than 1.35 or 1.3. An embedded structured surface of light extraction elements is formed between the first and second layers. The light extraction elements may be primarily diffractive elements adapted to be disposed within an evanescent zone of the OLED, or they may be primarily refractive elements adapted to be disposed outside the evanescent zone. The extraction film may also include a third layer, and a second embedded structured surface may be formed between the third layer and the first layer.

Liquid propellant, regenerative feed and recoilless gun

Antibodies with reduced net positive charge

Modified antibodies which have been by chemical conjugation with agents reactive with free amino groups are disclosed. Among the chemical agents disclosed for use in connection with the invention are heterobifunctional reagents and biotin. The use of these modified antibodies in the diagnosis and therapy of cancer and other mammalian disease is also disclosed. Diagnostic uses include immunoscintography. The modified antibodies may be further conjugated with labels or biologically active molecules for use in diagnosis and therapy. The modified antibodies may also be formulated into pharmaceutical compositions for these purposes.

Materials and methods for the control of calliphoridae pests

Methods and compositions for the control of pests of the family Calliphoridae are described. Specifically, Bacillus thuringiensis (B.t.) isolates having anti-calliphorid activity are disclosed. Also described are recombinant hosts which express B.t. genes coding for pesticidal toxins. The B.t. isolates and recombinant proteins are shown to be useful in a method for controlling calliphorids including screw-worms and the sheep blowfly.

Materials and methods for the control of calliphoridae pests

4-aminopicolinates and their use as herbicides

4-aminopicolinates and their use as herbicides

High print quality printhead

A high quality inkjet printhead includes a substrate having a multiplicity of heater resistors formed thereon at a density of at least six heater resistors per square millimeter. Each of the heater resistors also has a total resistance of at least 70 Ω and an overlaying passivation thermal barrier characteristic adjusted to enable ejection of an ink drop of less than 6.5 ng with an energy impulse equal to or less than 1.4 μjoules.

Methods and compositions for radiohalogen protein labeling

Methods and compositions are provided for labeling proteins with radiohalogen-label reagents. Radiohalogen-labeled proteins may be used for imaging studies, as therapeutics and in diagnostic tests. The [ 125 I] HIP-DOTA label reagent 6 is prepared by an efficient and convenient process.

Systems for environmental modification with climate control materials and coverings

This invention provides systems, materials, and methods of environmental modification with climate control materials. Climate control materials may have different properties such as optical properties, wettability, porosity, buoyancy, thermal conductivity, imperviousness, strength/breaking, source of materials, and biodegradability, that may assist with local environmental modification. Climate control materials may also incorporate different designs that may allow them to advantageously affect the local albedo and evaporation rate and thereby modify the local environment. Effects of such climate control materials may be reversible and may minimize ecological harm.

System, method and applications involving identification of biological circuits such as neurological characteristics

Various aspects are directed to systems and methods for assessing neural activity of a neural region having multiple subfields. In certain embodiments, a method includes evoking a cellular electrical response in at least one subfield due to neural activity in the neural region, capturing image data of the electrical response at a level sufficiently detailed in space and time to differentiate between polarization-based events of two respective portions of the subfield, and then assessing neural activity by correlating space and time information, from the captured data, for the two respective portions of the sub-field. Other more specific aspects of the invention involve different preparation and neural stimulation approaches which can vary depending on the application.

System, method and applications involving identification of biological circuits such as neurological characteristics

Various aspects are directed to systems and methods for assessing neural activity of a neural region having multiple subfields. In certain embodiments, a method includes evoking a cellular electrical response in at least one subfield due to neural activity in the neural region, capturing image data of the electrical response at a level sufficiently detailed in space and time to differentiate between polarization-based events of two respective portions of the subfield, and then assessing neural activity by correlating space and time information, from the captured data, for the two respective portions of the sub-field. Other more specific aspects of the invention involve different preparation and neural stimulation approaches which can vary depending on the application.

System, method and applications involving identification of biological circuits such as neurological characteristics

Various aspects are directed to systems and methods for assessing neural activity of a neural region having multiple subfields. In certain embodiments, a method includes evoking a cellular electrical response in at least one subfield due to neural activity in the neural region, capturing image data of the electrical response at a level sufficiently detailed in space and time to differentiate between polarization-based events of two respective portions of the subfield, and then assessing neural activity by correlating space and time information, from the captured data, for the two respective portions of the sub-field. Other more specific aspects of the invention involve different preparation and neural stimulation approaches which can vary depending on the application.

Selection of human TNFα specific antibodies

The invention relates to antibodies which bind to tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα) and uses thereof, in particular in the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune diseases, e.g. rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Specific human monoclonal antibodies which inhibit TNFα-mediated signalling pathways, and variants, fragments, and derivatives thereof are provided. Also provided are specific human monoclonal antibodies which block the ability of TNFα to bind to its receptor, as well as fragments, variants and derivatives of such antibodies. The invention also includes polynucleotides encoding the above antibodies or fragments, variants or derivatives thereof, as well as vectors and host cells comprising such polynucleotides. The invention further includes methods of diagnosing and treating autoimmune diseases, e.g. rheumatoid arthritis (RA), using antibodies of the invention.

Targeted innate immunity

Dilution-stable cement grinding additive composition.

La presente invención proporciona composiciones aditivas de trituración de cemento y métodos los cuales permiten un antiespumante potente, robusto que se dispersa uniformemente a través de un intervalo amplio de concentración mientras se retiene estabilidad de almacenamiento incluso en casos en donde el antiespumante se diluye altamente. Las composiciones aditivas de trituración de cemento ejemplares comprenden por lo menos un aditivo de trituración de cemento de aminas, un antiespumante de tri-iso-butilfosfato; una goma de biopolímero de polisacárido seleccionada del grupo que comprende Diután, Welán, Xantano o mezclas de las mismas; y agua en la cantidad de 0.10 a 95.0 por ciento con base en el peso total de la composición. Se describen también métodos para fabricar cemento que utilizan las composiciones aditivas de trituración de cemento.

Exercise responsive cardiac pacemaker

An exercise-responsive cardiac pacemaker is provided which physiologically controls the stimulation rate of a heart by sensing the venous blood temperature in the right ventricle of the heart. A temperature sensing means which includes a thermistor produces an output signal which is sent to an algorithm implementing means for implementing the output signal by an algorithm which represents the mathematical function between venous blood temperature in the right ventricle and heart rate in a normally functioning heart. The algorithm implementing means produces an output signal which is variable between a maximum and minimum level corresponding to the desired maximum and minimum levels of heart rate in a normally functioning heart. The algorithm implementing means is also programmable by telemetry after implantation. A cardiac pacemaker is connected to the algorithm implementing means and is responsive thereto in order to variably control the stimulation rate of the heart.

Personal electrocardiogram monitor

A pocket-sized, self-contained electrocardiogram monitor with a dot-matrix, liquid-crystal display. The monitor uses dry electrodes and is suitable for direct placement against the patient's chest without the use of paste or gel to insure electrical contact. An A/D converter converts an ECG signal to a digital signal which is then processed by a microprocessor and then displayed on the liquid-crystal display in real time. The microprocessor is programmed to select the maximum and minimum digital values from four consecutive samples from the A/D converter and to supply data representative of the maximum and minimum values to the display at one-fourth the conversion sampling rate.

Method and apparatus using vagal stimulation for control of ventricular rate during atrial fibrillation

A closed-loop variable frequency vagal stimulation apparatus for control of ventricular rate during atrial fibrillation. In one embodiment the apparatus includes a stimulator applied to the left vagus nerve and a proportional controller programmed to automatically and continuously adjust the vagal stimulation frequency proportionally as a function of the difference between actual and desired ventricular excitation rates. In a second embodiment the apparatus includes a vagal nerve stimulator and a controller which automatically adjusts the vagal stimulation frequency as a function of the difference between ventricular excitation rate and arterial pulse rate in order to eliminate or minimize pulse deficit.

Method using a monolithic crystalline material for producing radiation by quasi-phase-matching, diffusion bonded monolithic crystalline material for quasi-phase-matching, and method for fabricating same

A monolithic crystalline material for quasi-phase-matching is described. The material includes a plurality of wafers of an odd multiple of coherence length thickness, having their faces bonded together by diffusion bonding. The wafers are oriented relative to one another to alternate their signs of nonlinear susceptibility. The invention also includes a method for producing optical radiation of a selected frequency by quasi-phase-matching, several specific methods and materials based on the discovery responsible for the invention, a generator for radiation of 60 THZ frequency of significant power, and a method of fabricating the material.

Device and method for intelligent wireless communication selection

A wireless communication device includes one or more radio interfaces to communicate using various wireless protocols with different communication networks. The wireless device may, for example, be a notebook or laptop computer, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a mobile data terminal, wireless telephone, video camera or another multimedia device. A multi-channel radio controller within the wireless device characterizes available communication networks to determine network characteristics including current network information. Available communication networks and services may be characterized by monitoring traffic, using location information, interrogating or from current connectivity. A wireless connectivity assistant may select a communication network and service based on the network characteristics and at least one of user preferences, application requirements and system information.

Pressure mapping system with capacitive measuring pad

A capacitive measuring pad is constructed of transverse conductive strips separated by a compressible insulator to form a matrix of pressure sensitive capacitive nodes. The nodes are repetitively scanned in sequence by a microcomputer to measure their respective capacitances, from which measurements a pressure map is then derived. The resulting pressure map may be displayed on a color graphics monitor with different colors representing diffrent pressures. Node capacitance is found by measuring the response of the mode to a driving signal of a known voltage. This measurement is accomplished by connecting one of the node's transverse conductive strips to the driving source and the node's other conductive strips to a sense amplifier. In order to isolate the node of interest from the influence of surrounding nodes, all of the conductive strips except the two intersecting the selected node are connected to ground. Furthermore, the input impedance to ground of the sense amplifier is made negligibly small with respect to the other system impedance. In this way, only the conductive strip connected to the driving source has a voltage impressed on it, and the conductive strips of all other nodes in the system are maintained at ground potential, thus allowing an accurate measurement of the one capacitance.

Admixture and method for optimizing addition of eo/po superplasticizer to concrete containing smectite clay-containing aggregates

PROCESS FOR TRANSFORMING HYDROCARBONS

Dehydro:cyclisation of hydrocarbon feedstocks

Reforming of a hydrocarbon feedstock contg. less than 100 ppb S is effected using a dehydrocyclisation catalyst (I) comprising a large-pore zeolite (II), at least one Gp.VIII metal (III), and opt. an alkaline earth metal (IV) and an inorganic binder (V). A hydrocarbon conversion process comprises: (a) hydrotreating the feedstock; (b) reducing the S concn. of the hydrotreated feed to below 100 ppb; and (c) subjecting the feed to the reforming process of (A).

PROCESS FOR PROCESSING HYDROCARBONS

L'INVENTION CONCERNE UN PROCEDE DE TRANSFORMATION D'HYDROCARBURES. LE PROCEDE COMPREND LA MISE EN CONTACT D'UNE CHARGE D'HYDROCARBURES AVEC UN CATALYSEUR DE REFORMAGE EN PRESENCE D'UN HALOGENE DANS DES CONDITIONS QUI FAVORISENT LA DESHYDROCYCLISATION, L'ISOMERISATION ET LA DESHYDROISOMERISATION DES HYDROCARBURES. LE DEGRE D'ISOMERISATION ET DE DESHYDROISOMERISATION EST ETABLI PAR UN REGLAGE DE LA QUANTITE D'HALOGENE PRESENT. CETTE QUANTITE PEUT ETRE AJUSTEE EN COURS D'OPERATION PAR L'ADDITION DE GAZ CONTENANT UN HALOGENE OU D'EAU. LE CATALYSEUR COMPREND UNE ZEOLITE A PORES DE GRAND DIAMETRE CONTENANT AU MOINS UN METAL DU GROUPEVIII. DANS UN MODE DE MISE EN OEUVRE, LE CATALYSEUR DE REFORMAGE COMPREND: (A)UNE ZEOLITE A PORES DE GRAND DIAMETRE CONTENANT BA ET PL; ET (B) UN LIANT INORGANIQUE ACIDE OU ACIDIFIABLE CHOISI ENTRE SILICE-ALUMINE, ZIRCONE-SILICE, ET ALUMINE. LE PRODUIT OBTENU PEUT ETRE UTILE, PAR EXEMPLE, DANS DES ESSENCES A INDICE D'OCTANE ELEVE A UTILISER DANS DES COMBUSTIBLES POUR MOTEUR. APPLICATION A LA DESHYDROCYCLISATION, L'ISOMERISATION ET LA DESHYDROISOMERISATION DE CHARGES HYDROCARBONEES. THE INVENTION RELATES TO A PROCESS FOR TRANSFORMATION OF HYDROCARBONS. THE PROCESS INCLUDES CONTACT OF A HYDROCARBON FEED WITH A REFORMING CATALYST IN THE PRESENCE OF A HALOGEN UNDER CONDITIONS WHICH PROMOTE DEHYDROCYCLIZATION, ISOMERIZATION AND DEHYDROISOMERIZATION OF HYDROCARBONS. THE DEGREE OF ISOMERIZATION AND DEHYDROISOMERIZATION IS ESTABLISHED BY ADJUSTING THE QUANTITY OF HALOGEN PRESENT. THIS QUANTITY MAY BE ADJUSTED DURING OPERATION BY THE ADDITION OF GAS CONTAINING A HALOGEN OR OF WATER. THE CATALYST CONSISTS OF A LARGE DIAMETER ZEOLITE WITH PORES CONTAINING AT LEAST ONE METAL OF GROUP VIII. IN ONE EMBODIMENT, THE REFORMING CATALYST INCLUDES: (A) A LARGE DIAMETER PORE ZEOLITE CONTAINING BA AND PL; AND (B) AN ACIDIC OR ACIDIFIABLE INORGANIC BINDER CHOSEN FROM SILICA-ALUMINA, ZIRCONIA-SILICA, AND ALUMINA. ...

Compositions and methods comprising aspartyl-trna synthetases having non-canonical biological activities

Isolated aspartyl-tRNA synthetase polypeptides and polynucleotides having non-canonical biological activities are provided, as well as compositions and methods related thereto.

Process for imparting good dimensional stability to wool-based fabrics at the same time as high elasticity, and new products obtained by its use

PROCESS OF TRANSFORMING HYDROCARBONS BY REFORMING TO PROMOTE THE PRODUCTION OF AROMATIC COMPOUNDS

COMPOSITION FOR MODIFYING THE COLOR OF KERATIN FIBERS

Composition pour modifier la couleur de fibres kératiniqu es On divulgue des bases de couleur capillaire, des compositions de couleur capillaire, et des procédés de modification de la couleur des cheveux. Les bases de couleur capillaire comprennent un système tampon incluant de l’hydroxyde d’ammonium, du bicarbonate d’ammonium et, facultativement, de la monoéthanolamine (MEA). Les compositions de couleur capillaire comprennent une base de couleur capillaire comprenant un système tampon incluant de l’hydroxyde d’ammonium, du bicarbonate d’ammonium et, un composant oxydant. Figure pour l’abrégé : NÉANT

Determination of formation properties from seismic attributes

A method of geophysical prospecting using seismic trace attribute analysis for formation characterization. More particularly, a method for selection of seismic traces which most accurately represent the subsurface formation in the area of a seismic survey is disclosed. In one embodiment, inflection-point interval analysis is used to account for effects of local surfaces.

FREQUENCY SYNTHESIZER

L'invention concerne un synthétiseur de fréquences. Elle se rapporte à un synthétiseur de fréquences qui comprend un oscillateur réglable 10 et un circuit diviseur variable 20, et dans lequel des accumulateurs 44, 52 sont destinés à faire varier périodiquement le facteur de division du circuit diviseur 20 et un dispositif 52, 57, 58 crée un signal de correction d'instabilité. Selon l'invention, un dispositif de détection 94 détermine l'instabilité éventuellement présente dans un signal d'erreur qui dépend de la phase et règle le signal de correction d'instabilité afin qu'il provoque la réduction ou l'élimination de cette instabilité. Application aux appareils de synthèse de fréquences. The invention relates to a frequency synthesizer. It relates to a frequency synthesizer which comprises an adjustable oscillator 10 and a variable divider circuit 20, and in which accumulators 44, 52 are intended to periodically vary the division factor of the divider circuit 20 and a device 52, 57, 58 creates an instability correction signal. According to the invention, a detection device 94 determines any instability present in an error signal which depends on the phase and adjusts the instability correction signal so that it causes the reduction or elimination of this instability. . Application to frequency synthesis apparatus.

Anti-vegf antibodies and uses thereof

Provided are monoclonal antibodies and antigen binding fragments thereof that specifically bind vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). The anti-VEGF monoclonal antibodies block VEGF binding to its receptors (e.g., VEGFR1 and/or VEGFR2) and prevent phosphorylation of VEGFR2 by VEGF. Also provided are methods of using the monoclonal anti-VEGF antibodies for treatment of disease, including cancer.

Tool for applying inserts

Corrosion inhibiting hydraulic additives and compositions containing same.

Context based geo-seismic object identification

CONTEXT BASED GEO-SEISMIC OBJECT IDENTIFICATION [00122] A workflow is presented that facilitates defining geocontextual information as a set of rules for multiple seismic attributes. Modeling algorithms may be employed that facilitate analysis of multiple seismic attributes to find candidate regions that are most likely to satisfy the set of rules. These candidates may then be sorted based on how well they represent the geocontextual information. N o0 :3 CD m o c E- cu co (D 00 EE w Oa 0 O L O -I.. > Q. EQ.

Pressure compensation system for endoscopes

Capillary action in flow-regulating systems

A fluid flow-regulating system includes an electrolysis chamber configured to contain a liquid, and includes first and second electrodes disposed within the electrolysis chamber. A gap between opposing surfaces is sized to promote capillary action of a liquid in the electrolysis chamber that draws the liquid to at least one of the first and second electrodes in a manner allowing the flow-regulating system to be placed in multiple orientations and still have said one of the first and second electrodes wetted by capillary action.

Compositions for treating hair

The present disclosure relates to hair treatment compositions comprising at least one amino acid, at least one carboxylic acid, and monoethanolamine. The disclosure also relates to methods of using the hair treatment compositions.

Ophthalmic lens disinfecting base

Tendon or ligament graft for promoting autogenous tissue growth

Surgical repair of diseased or damaged endogenous connective tissue can be accomplished using a tissue graft formed from a delaminated segment of intestinal tissue. The tissue graft comprises the intestinal tunica submucosa, and basilar mucosa tissue delaminated from the tunica muscularis and the luminal portion of the tunica mucosa. The graft can be conditioned by stretching and formed as a multilayer composition for high tensile strength and resistance to tearing at its points of attachment to existing physiological structures.

Artificial vascular valves

Electroluminescent devices and methods

Electroluminescent devices, and methods of making and using such devices, are disclosed. The electroluminescent devices include a patterned layer on a solvent-susceptible layer. The electroluminescent devices may be used, for example, as full color display devices.

Artificial vascular valves

A method for preparing vascular valves from submucosal tissue is described. The artificial vascular valves of the present invention are useful for replacing damaged or diseased valves of a warm-blooded vertebrate.

DERIVATION VALVE WITH ALARM

L'INVENTION CONCERNE LES SOUPAPES DESTINEES A DERIVER UN FLUIDE EN CAS DE CONDITIONS ANORMALES. UNE SOUPAPE DE DERIVATION DE FLUIDE COMPREND NOTAMMENT UN PISTON D'OBTURATION 24 QUI EST TRAVERSE PAR UNE OUVERTURE DE DERIVATION 36 QUI PEUT ETRE FERMEE PAR UN DISQUE DE DERIVATION 42. LORSQUE LA PRESSION DANS UN CONDUIT D'ENTREE 4 ATTEINT UN PREMIER NIVEAU, LE PISTON SE DEPLACE ET VIENT EN CONTACT AVEC UNE BORNE ELECTRIQUE 48 DE FACON A METTRE SOUS TENSION UN DISPOSITIF D'ALARME 58. SI LA PRESSION AUGMENTE ENCORE DAVANTAGE, LE DISQUE DE DERIVATION SE SOULEVE DE FACON QUE LE FLUIDE PUISSE PASSER LIBREMENT VERS UN CONDUIT DE DERIVATION 8. APPLICATION AUX SYSTEMES DE LUBRIFICATION DES MOTEURS A COMBUSTION INTERNE. THE INVENTION RELATES TO VALVES INTENDED TO DERIVE A FLUID IN THE EVENT OF ABNORMAL CONDITIONS. A FLUID BYPASS VALVE INCLUDES IN PARTICULAR A CLOSURE PISTON 24 WHICH IS CROSSED BY A BYPASS OPENING 36 WHICH CAN BE CLOSED BY A BYPASS DISC 42. WHEN THE PRESSURE IN AN INLET DUCT 4 REACHES A FIRST LEVEL, THE PISTON MOVES AND COMES IN CONTACT WITH AN ELECTRIC TERMINAL 48 SO AS TO ENERGIZE AN ALARM DEVICE 58. IF THE PRESSURE INCREASES FURTHER, THE BYPASS DISC IS RAISED SO THE FLUID CAN PASS FREELY TO A CONDUIT OF BYPASS 8. APPLICATION TO LUBRICATION SYSTEMS FOR INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES.

Vasopermeability enhancing peptide of human interleukin-2 and immunoconjugates thereof

A novel permeability enhancing peptide (PEP) is a fragment of interleukin-2. When joined to a delivery vehicle that can target a tumor site, the PEP can increase the subsequent uptake of antineoplastic or tumor imaging agents. The PEP can be chemically joined to a monoclonal antibody to form an immunoconjugate. Alternatively, an expression vector is genetically engineered to express a fusion protein. The fusion protein has an antigen-binding portion joined to the PEP. The PEP is most effective when it takes the form of a dimer, linked by a disulfide bridge. The PEP is substantially free of cytokine activity and produces minimal toxic side effects on normal tissues.

Compositions and methods comprising aspartyl-trna synthetases having non-canonical biological activities

Isolated aspartyl-tRNA synthetase polypeptides and polynucleotides having non-canonical biological activities are provided, as well as compositions and methods related thereto.

Tunable add/drop filter using side-coupled resonant tunneling

A tunable electromagnetic field frequency filter (100) having an input waveguide (102) which carries a signal including at least one desired frequency, and an output waveguide (104). A resonator-system is coupled to the input and output waveguides and is operable for the selective transfer of the at least one desired frequency to the output waveguide. The resonator-system supports at least two system modes, and includes at least three reflectors (G1, G2, G3) with at least two different reflectivity spectra. Two resonators (R1, R2) are defined by the three reflectors (G1, G2, G3). At least one of the reflectivity spectra is tuned such that at least two of the system-modes have substantially the same frequency when the transfer occurs substantially.

An electroluminescent device and a method of making the same

A method of making an electroluminescent device is disclosed. The method comprises a method of making an electroluminescent device comprising: providing a solvent-susceptible layer; disposing a patterned layer comprising a first emitter and a non-volatile component that is the same as or different than the first emitter on the solvent-susceptible layer; and disposing a layer comprising a second emitter on the patterned layer and the solvent-susceptible layer to form a non-patterned emitter layer comprising the second emitter. An electroluminescent device and a method of generating light are also described. The electroluminescent devices may be used, for example, as full color display devices.

Exercise responsive cardiac pacemaker

An exercise-responsive cardiac pacemaker is provided which physiologically controls the stimulation rate of a heart by sensing the venous blood temperature in the right ventricle of the heart. A temperature sensing means which includes a thermistor produces an output signal which is sent to an algorithm implementing means for implementing the output signal by an algorithm which represents the mathematical function between venous blood temperature in the right ventricle and heart rate in a normally functioning heart. The algorithm implementing means produces an output signal which is variable between a maximum and minimum level corresponding to the desired maximum and minimum levels of heart rate in a normally functioning heart. The algorithm implementing means is also programmable by telemetry after implantation. A cardiac pacemaker is connected to the algorithm implementing means and is responsive thereto in order to variably control the stimulation rate of the heart.

ophthalmic lens disinfection base.

base de desinfecção de lente oftálmica. a presente invenção fornece uma base para radiação de desinfecção de operação em conjunto com um estojo para guardar uma lente oftálmica. a base para radiação de desinfecção fornece radiação de desinfecção para desinfetar uma lente oftálmica. a base para radiação de desinfecção pode também incluir um processador e memória digital para funções automatizadas associadas com a base. ophthalmic lens disinfection base. The present invention provides a base for operating disinfection radiation in conjunction with an ophthalmic lens storage case. The base for disinfection radiation provides disinfection radiation to disinfect an ophthalmic lens. The base for disinfection radiation may also include a processor and digital memory for automated functions associated with the base.

Video disc caddy

A video disc caddy comprises a jacket and a record retaining spine. The jacket includes a U-shaped rigid frame having a peripheral edge wall and an intermediate flange extending inwardly from the edge wall at substantially right angles thereto. The intermediate flange in conjunction with the interior surfaces of the edge wall defines a pair of channels. A pair of inexpensive panels, made from sheet stock, are securely mounted in the respective channels to define a record enclosing cavity.

Laryngoscope handle

Ophthalmic fluid pump

Pre-biased membrane valve

A method of manufacturing a valve for a fluid system is described herein. The method comprises determining a target cracking pressure for the valve of the fluid system, providing an inner wall having a first height and an outer wall having a second height, the first height varying from the second height by a height differential, and attaching a flexible membrane to the outer wall at the second height, wherein a central zone of the flexible membrane is in contact with the inner wall at the first height and the inner wall biases the flexible membrane from a neutral condition. The height differential is selected to provide resistance to displacement from the inner wall until pressure acting on the membrane exceeds the target cracking pressure.

Modified antibodies with controlled clearance time

Anticorps modifiés par conjugaison chimique avec un réactif hétérobifonctionnel tel que le SPDP. L'utilisation de ces anticorps modifiés dans la préparation de compositions destinées au diagnostic et à la thérapie du cancer et d'autres maladies touchant les mammifères est également décrite. Les utilisations à des fins de diagnostic font appel à l'immunoscintigraphie. Lesdits anticorps modifiés peuvent en outre être conjugués à des traceurs ou à des molécules biologiquement actives à utiliser dans ledit diagnostic ou ladite thérapie. Antibodies modified by chemical conjugation with a heterobifunctional reagent such as SPDP. The use of these modified antibodies in the preparation of compositions for the diagnosis and therapy of cancer and other mammalian diseases is also described. The uses for diagnostic purposes call for immunoscintigraphy. Said modified antibodies can also be conjugated to tracers or to biologically active molecules to be used in said diagnosis or said therapy.

Stretchable wool and wool-blend fabrics

Tunable add/drop filter using side-coupled resonant tunneling

A tunable electromagnetic field frequency filter having an input waveguide which carries a signal including at least one desired frequency, and an output waveguide. A resonator-system is coupled to the input and output waveguides and is operable for the selective transfer of the at least one desired frequency to the output waveguide. The resonator-system supports at least two system modes, and includes at least three reflectors with at least two different reflectivity spectra. At least one of the reflectivity spectra is tuned such that at least two of the system-modes have substantially the same frequency when the transfer occurs substantially.

Ported jacket for use in deformation measurement apparatus

A device for allowing deformation measurement of a jacketed specimen when the specimen is loaded includes an elastomeric specimen container or jacket surrounding a specimen while the specimen is being loaded by a test apparatus. The specimen jacket wall is compressible, and the wall follows and allows deformation of the specimen. The jacket wall of compressible material is provided with at least one opening and a thin layer or shim of substantially non-compressible (metal) material covers and seals this opening. An extensometer is then positioned with its specimen engaging contact members engaging the substantially non-compressible material to measure the deformation of the specimen when the specimen is loaded, without compressibility effects of the jacket.

Washing apparatus

Method for treating impetigo and the like

Laryngoscope and method of use

A laryngoscope for use in viewing the vocal cords of a patient in performance of an endotracheal intubation. The laryngoscope includes a handle to be gripped by a medical professional in performing the endotracheal intubation; a blade portion extending from the handle to lift the patient's tongue and mandible for viewing the vocal cords and aid in the insertion of an endotracheal tube; a power source; and a black light source powered by the power source and carried by the blade portion to prompt the visible effects of fluorescence and phosphorescence with respect to the patient's vocal cords for viewing the vocal cords and passing of the endotracheal tube there between during endotracheal intubation.

Visually-impaired-accessible building safety system

Building safety systems, methods, and mediums are provided. A method includes receiving a voice input by the building safety system. The method includes receiving voice data produced by a speech recognition process performed on the voice input. The method includes determining a response to the voice input based on the voice data. The method includes producing the response by the building safety system.

Determination of formation properties from seismic attributes

A method of geophysical prospecting using seismic trace attribute analysis for formation characterization. More particularly, a method for selection of seismic traces which most accurately represent the subsurface formation in the area of a seismic survey is disclosed. In one embodiment, inflection-point interval analysis is used to account for effects of local surfaces.

Laryngoscope blade and method of use

A laryngoscope blade for use in viewing the vocal cords of a patient in performance of an endotracheal intubation includes a laryngoscope blade portion connectable to a laryngoscope handle to lift the patient's tongue and mandible for viewing the vocal cords and aid in the insertion of an endotracheal tube; and a black light source carried by the blade portion to prompt the visible effects of fluorescence and phosphorescence with respect to the patient's vocal cords for viewing the vocal cords and passing of the endotracheal tube there between during endotracheal intubation.

Ir-emitter heating device and method for demolding lenses

A method and a device for removing molded soft contact lenses, high-precisio n intraocular lenses and the like, from the individual molds (12 and 20) in which they are produced. Provided is an infra-red radiation or heater device (60) preferably constituted of silicon carbide IR-emitters, and which employ s an individual infra-red emitter (60) for each individual mold (12 and 20), t o impart a desired thermal gradient. Also provided are infra-red emitters havi ng improved reflectors (78).

Visually-impaired-accessible building safety system

Building safety systems, methods, and mediums are provided. A method includes receiving a voice input by the building safety system. The method includes receiving voice data produced by a speech recognition process performed on the voice input. The method includes determining a response to the voice input based on the voice data. The method includes producing the response by the building safety system.

17alpha-substituted 17beta-hydroxyestrenes

Method for controlled source electromagnetic reconnaissance surveying

Method for conducting an efficient and interpretable controlled-source electromagnetic reconnaissance survey for buried hydrocarbons. While a part of the survey area is being set up for measurement and data are being acquired, data from a nearby part of the survey area, surveyed just previously, are being rapidly processed and analyzed (110).If the analysis shows resistive anomalies of interest in a portion of a survey area, a fine-grid survey is quickly designed for that portion, and that survey is conducted next before moving source and receivers to a more distant part of the survey area.

Silicon microstructures and process for their fabrication

A flexible and efficient bulk micromachining method for fabricating a novel microstructure that is bounded by substantially planar surfaces meeting only at substantially right angle corner features. The novel microstructure of the present invention is useful as a spacer in assembly processes where high accuracy is required, such as precise positioning of optical fibers or conductors. In the preferred embodiment, the microstructure of the present invention includes a shelf feature disposed along a height dimension of the microstructure, which is required for some applications. The bulk micromachining method of the present invention includes providing a first substrate having a top planar surface and an opposing planar surface. The opposing surface of the substrate is anisotropically etched to provide a first thinned region. The top surface of the first substrate is anisotropically etched so that a first recessed feature having a vertical side is made integral with the first thinned region. Similarly, a second substrate having a top planar surface and an opposing planar surface is provided. The opposing surface of the second substrate is anisotropically etched to provide a second thinned region. The top surface of the second substrate is anisotropically etched so that a second recessed feature having a vertical side wall is made integral with the second thinned region. The top surface of the first substrate is aligned and coupled with the top surface of the second substrate to produce the desired microstructure. The substrates are cut or sawn to free the microstructure.

Process for removing sulfur from a hydrocarbon feedstream using a sulfur sorbent with alkali metal components or alkaline earth metal components

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A process is disclosed for removing sulfur from a hydrocarbon feedstream. The stream is contacted with a sulfur sorbent that has a metal component selected from Group I-A or Group II-A of the Periodic Table supported on a refractory inorganic oxide support.

Method of sound attenuation in centrifugal blowers

A centrifugal blower housing that includes sound attenuating features to decrease the noise generated by the pressure fluctuations due to blade pass. The blower housing includes at least one sound attenuating cavity positioned along the exhaust section integrally formed as part of the blower housing. The sound cavity creates a sound dampening zone near the outlet of the blower housing to attenuate the sound generated by the rotating impeller. The blower housing further includes an angled cut off portion positioned near the intersection of the exhaust section and the scroll section of the blower housing. The angled cut off portion creates an uneven surface that disrupts the pressure fluctuation created as the impeller blades pass over the cut off edge surface. The angled cut off portion extends into the interior of the exhaust section and defines an irregular surface along at least a portion of the exhaust section.

Liquid dispencing with blink detection

This invention describes a device for dispensing liquids or mists into the eye, and, more specifically, in some embodiments, a device that dispenses a spray or mist into the eye based upon detection of a blink.

Railway journal packing

Light extraction films for organic light emitting devices (oleds)

Optical films for enhancing light extraction from self-emissive light sources such as bottom-emitting or top-emitting OLEDs are disclosed. The extraction films typically include a flexible carrier film, and a first and second layer carried by the carrier film. The first or second layer has a nanovoided morphology and includes a polymer binder, and may also have a refractive index less than 1.35 or 1.3. An embedded structured surface of light extraction elements is formed between the first and second layers. The light extraction elements may be primarily diffractive elements adapted to be disposed within an evanescent zone of the OLED, or they may be primarily refractive elements adapted to be disposed outside the evanescent zone. The extraction film may also include a third layer, and a second embedded structured surface may be formed between the third layer and the first layer.

Ophthalmic lens disinfecting base

The present invention provides for a disinfecting radiation base for working in conjunction with a storage case for an ophthalmic lens. The disinfecting radiation base provides disinfecting radiation for disinfecting an ophthalmic lens. The disinfecting radiation base may also include a processor and digital memory for automated functions associated with the base.