Abstract

Provided is a fluid delivery device for delivering at least two fluids, the device comprising: a first fluid pathway having a first upstream large volume and a first downstream small volume connected in fluid communication with the first upstream large volume, the first fluid pathway further comprising a first exit; a second fluid pathway having an second upstream large volume and a downstream second small volume connected in fluid communication with the second upstream large volume, the second fluid pathway further comprising a second exit; and an insertion member containing the first and second exits in a closely proximate relationship and configured to insert the first and second exits through tissue to a distribution location without prior mixing of the fluids. Also provided is a kit containing the fluid delivery device, methods of using the fluid delivery device, and methods of manufacturing the fluid delivery device.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61M 5/19 - Syringes having more than one chamber
• A61M 5/315 - PistonsPiston-rodsGuiding, blocking or restricting the movement of the rodAppliances on the rod for facilitating dosing

Abstract

Biocatalytic conversion systems and methods of producing and using same that have improved yields are disclosed. The systems and methods involve co-fermentation of sugars and gaseous substrates for alcohol, ketone, and/or organic acid production. The systems and methods may include biocatalytically converting at least one sugar substrate into at least one of alcohol, at least one ketone, and/or at least one organic acid. The systems and methods may further include biocatalytically converting gases that comprise CO2 and H2 to at least one alcohol and/or at least one organic acid, thereby adding extra revenue to biorefineries.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/06 - Ethanol, i.e. non-beverage
• C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology
• C12N 1/20 - BacteriaCulture media therefor
• C12N 1/22 - Processes using, or culture media containing, cellulose or hydrolysates thereof
• C12P 7/16 - Butanols
• C12P 7/28 - Acetone-containing products
• C12P 7/52 - Propionic acidButyric acids
• C12P 7/54 - Acetic acid

Abstract

Antigenic molecules and compositions described herein protect against infection by typhoidal and non-typhoidal Salmonella serovars. Methods of immunization comprise the use of the antigenic molecules.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/112 - SalmonellaShigella
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

Recombinant, live, attenuated viruses of the Pneumoviridae family are disclosed that include a baculovirus GP64 envelope glycoprotein or variant or fragment thereof and a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) F protein variant or fragment thereof. Also disclosed are polynucleotides encoding the virus as well as pharmaceutical compositions and vaccines containing the virus. In addition, methods of producing and using each of the above compositions are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 39/39 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies characterised by the immunostimulating additives, e.g. chemical adjuvants
• A61P 31/12 - Antivirals
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

Techniques in the disclosure use non-wetting or wetting surfaces to promote or hinder separation of gas from solution in a liquid. The systems and processes promote bubble nucleation and/or promote separation of a gas or gases from a liquid using non-wetting surfaces. Also, the systems and processes suppress bubble nucleation in order to create supersaturated solutions of gas or gases in a liquid by using wetting surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 19/00 - Degasification of liquids
• B01D 5/00 - Condensation of vapoursRecovering volatile solvents by condensation
• B01D 53/047 - Pressure swing adsorption

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided herein a method of using electrolyzed oxidizing water ice (EO ice) as a Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) method that reduces antimicrobial contamination. One embodiment is utilized in connection with beef grinders. In one embodiment, EO ice was prepared by freezing 200 mg/L free chlorine-containing EO water at 20° C. overnight. The EO ice and, optionally, EO ice/water mixture was then ground within an operating meat grinder. The EO ice treatment in combination with EO water has the potential to reduce cross-contamination and could serve as an easy to apply antimicrobial intervention to improve overall safety of ground beef.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 2/23 - Solid substances, e.g. granules, powders, blocks, tablets
• A01N 59/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing elements or inorganic compounds
• A61L 2/16 - Methods or apparatus for disinfecting or sterilising materials or objects other than foodstuffs or contact lensesAccessories therefor using chemical substances

Abstract

Chemical compounds that inhibit cancer cell growth are provided. The compounds are heteroarotinoids and derivatives thereof with oxygen, nitrogen or sulfur in chroman systems, tetrahydroquinoline systems, and tetrahydrothiochroman systems.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents
• A61K 31/352 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having six-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom condensed with carbocyclic rings, e.g. cannabinols, methantheline
• A61K 31/382 - Heterocyclic compounds having sulfur as a ring hetero atom having six-membered rings, e.g. thioxanthenes
• A61K 31/47 - QuinolinesIsoquinolines
• C07D 215/06 - Heterocyclic compounds containing quinoline or hydrogenated quinoline ring systems having no bond between the ring nitrogen atom and a non-ring member or having only hydrogen atoms or carbon atoms directly attached to the ring nitrogen atom with only hydrogen atoms or radicals containing only hydrogen and carbon atoms, directly attached to the ring carbon atoms having only hydrogen atoms, hydrocarbon or substituted hydrocarbon radicals, attached to the ring nitrogen atom
• C07D 311/70 - Benzo [b] pyrans, not hydrogenated in the carbocyclic ring other than with oxygen or sulfur atoms in position 2 or 4 with two hydrocarbon radicals attached in position 2 and elements other than carbon and hydrogen in position 6
• C07D 335/06 - BenzothiopyransHydrogenated benzothiopyrans

Abstract

An embodiment of the present disclosure relates to an unmanned flying robotic object that contains a wheeled mechanism that encircles its spherical exoskeleton. This feature allows the flying spherical vehicle to readily transform into a ground maneuverable vehicle. A robotic motor with differential speed capability is used to operate each wheel to provide effective ground maneuverability. There are examples provided herein of wheel configurations suitable for use with an embodiment. One is the straight- (or parallel) wheel design, and another is tilted-wheel design as are illustrated and discussed hereinafter. One embodiment of an unmanned flying robotic object taught herein is foldable.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 37/00 - Convertible aircraft
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• B64C 1/30 - Parts of fuselage relatively movable to reduce overall dimensions of aircraft
• B64C 15/02 - Attitude, flight direction or altitude control by jet reaction the jets being propulsion jets
• B62D 57/00 - Vehicles characterised by having other propulsion or other ground-engaging means than wheels or endless track, alone or in addition to wheels or endless track

Abstract

“Black” photoactive materials that comprise synthetic eumelanin polymers are provided, as are methods of making and using the polymers. The synthetic eumelanin polymers are made from the plant oil vanillin, and exhibit defined structural and chemical characteristics (e.g. homogeneity, solubility, etc.) that make them suitable for use in devices that require photoactive materials, such as solar cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 209/04 - IndolesHydrogenated indoles
• C08G 61/12 - Macromolecular compounds containing atoms other than carbon in the main chain of the macromolecule
• C07D 209/24 - Radicals substituted by carbon atoms having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most one bond to halogen, e.g. ester or nitrile radicals with an alkyl or cycloalkyl radical attached to the ring nitrogen atom
• C08G 73/06 - Polycondensates having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic rings in the main chain of the macromoleculePolyhydrazidesPolyamide acids or similar polyimide precursors
• C09D 179/04 - Polycondensates having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic rings in the main chainPolyhydrazidesPolyamide acids or similar polyimide precursors
• C07D 209/42 - Carbon atoms having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most one bond to halogen, e.g. ester or nitrile radicals
• C09D 5/24 - Electrically-conducting paints
• C09D 165/00 - Coating compositions based on macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming a carbon-to-carbon link in the main chainCoating compositions based on derivatives of such polymers
• H01L 51/00 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof
• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• H01L 51/05 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for rectifying, amplifying, oscillating or switching and having at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier; Capacitors or resistors with at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier
• H01L 51/42 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted either for the conversion of the energy of such radiation into electrical energy or for the control of electrical energy by such radiation
• H01L 51/50 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for light emission, e.g. organic light emitting diodes (OLED) or polymer light emitting devices (PLED)

Abstract

Recombinant, live, attenuated viruses of the Pneumoviridae family are disclosed that include a baculovirus GP64 envelope glycoprotein or variant or fragment thereof and a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) F protein variant or fragment thereof. Also disclosed are polynucleotides encoding the virus as well as pharmaceutical compositions and vaccines containing the virus. In addition, methods of producing and using each of the above compositions are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 39/155 - Paramyxoviridae, e.g. parainfluenza virus
• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• A61K 39/39 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies characterised by the immunostimulating additives, e.g. chemical adjuvants
• A61P 31/12 - Antivirals
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses

Abstract

Methods of synthesizing and isolating facial-tris-homoleptic phenylpyridinato iridium (III) photocatalysts are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of recovering excess 2-phenylpyridine ligands from said syntheses.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 31/18 - Catalysts comprising hydrides, coordination complexes or organic compounds containing coordination complexes containing nitrogen, phosphorus, arsenic or antimony
• B01J 35/00 - Catalysts, in general, characterised by their form or physical properties
• B01J 37/00 - Processes, in general, for preparing catalystsProcesses, in general, for activation of catalysts
• B01J 37/04 - Mixing
• B01J 37/06 - Washing
• B01J 37/10 - Heat treatment in the presence of water, e.g. steam
• C07F 15/00 - Compounds containing elements of Groups 8, 9, 10 or 18 of the Periodic Table

Goods & Services

Lawn/turf; sod.

Abstract

Salmonella serovars. Methods of immunization comprise the use of the antigenic molecules.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/255 - Salmonella (G)
• A61K 39/112 - SalmonellaShigella
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

This patent document discloses a method of fabricating an electrically conductive fiber coated with polythiophene and a carbon material. The low-cost method is amenable to modifications to suit the practical needs in various applications.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06M 11/74 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with carbon or graphiteTreating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with carbidesTreating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with graphitic acids or their salts
• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• C09D 7/20 - Diluents or solvents
• C09D 7/40 - Additives
• C09D 5/24 - Electrically-conducting paints
• C09D 165/00 - Coating compositions based on macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming a carbon-to-carbon link in the main chainCoating compositions based on derivatives of such polymers
• D06M 23/08 - Processes in which the treating agent is applied in powder or granular form
• D06M 23/10 - Processes in which the treating agent is dissolved or dispersed in organic solventsProcesses for the recovery of organic solvents thereof
• H01B 1/24 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising carbon-silicon compounds, carbon, or silicon
• D06M 101/06 - Vegetal fibres cellulosic
• D06M 101/12 - Keratin fibres or silk
• D06M 101/32 - Polyesters

Abstract

2 to at least one alcohol and/or at least one organic acid, thereby adding extra revenue to biorefineries.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/06 - Ethanol, i.e. non-beverage
• C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology
• C12N 1/20 - BacteriaCulture media therefor
• C12N 1/22 - Processes using, or culture media containing, cellulose or hydrolysates thereof
• C12P 7/16 - Butanols
• C12P 7/28 - Acetone-containing products
• C12P 7/52 - Propionic acidButyric acids
• C12P 7/54 - Acetic acid

Abstract

A membrane comprising a crystalline material deposited on a porous support. The crystalline material is made of tectosilicate with a portion of the Si atoms substituted with metal atoms. The membrane is useful in the separation of oil and water.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
• B01J 37/02 - Impregnation, coating or precipitation
• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 69/10 - Supported membranesMembrane supports
• B01D 17/00 - Separation of liquids, not provided for elsewhere, e.g. by thermal diffusion
• B01J 29/40 - Crystalline aluminosilicate zeolitesIsomorphous compounds thereof of the pentasil type, e.g. types ZSM-5, ZSM-8 or ZSM-11
• B01D 17/04 - Breaking emulsions
• B01J 29/42 - Crystalline aluminosilicate zeolitesIsomorphous compounds thereof of the pentasil type, e.g. types ZSM-5, ZSM-8 or ZSM-11 containing iron group metals, noble metals or copper

Abstract

Techniques in the disclosure use non-wetting or wetting surfaces to promote or hinder separation of gas from solution in a liquid. The systems and processes promote bubble nucleation and/or promote separation of a gas or gases from a liquid using non-wetting surfaces. Also, the systems and processes suppress bubble nucleation in order to create supersaturated solutions of gas or gases in a liquid by using wetting surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 19/00 - Degasification of liquids

Abstract

There is provided herein an apparatus and method for teaching a baseball participant how best to swing a bat in order to urge a struck ball to fly in a particular direction. More particularly, various embodiments provide immediate feedback to the batter make proper corrections for a properly hit baseball by forcing the batter to swing the bat at a predetermined angle appropriate for a desired ball trajectory.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63B 69/00 - Training appliances or apparatus for special sports
• A63B 71/02 - Games or sports accessories not covered in groups for large-room or outdoor sporting games
• A63B 69/40 - Stationarily-arranged devices for projecting balls
• A63B 102/18 - Baseball, rounders or similar games

Abstract

A system and method that improves and enhances the quality of step-scan Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy data. The system and method enables the removal of dark voltage with greater accuracy, provides access to previously unobtainable IR spectral information data which is amplified by the disclosed system and method. The system and method removes dark interferogram voltage from an interferogram of interest obtained during nanosecond or microsecond step-scan measurement. The system and method includes a programmable high gain setting to amplify both signal and noise into the analog-to-digital quantization range to allow signal averaging for obtaining additional bits of resolution. The system and method also accounts for and corrects intrinsic offset voltages introduced by the electronics of the disclosed system. The system and method enable precise interferogram measurement and post-laser excitation or provision for other stimuli that result in a material change of state exploration in nanosecond or microsecond speed.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/27 - ColourSpectral properties, i.e. comparison of effect of material on the light at two or more different wavelengths or wavelength bands using photo-electric detection
• G01J 3/45 - Interferometric spectrometry
• G01N 21/35 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light

Abstract

Chemical compounds that inhibit cancer cell growth are provided. The compounds are heteroarotinoids and derivatives thereof with oxygen, nitrogen or sulfur in chroman systems, tetrahydroquinoline systems, and tetrahydrothiochroman systems.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 215/06 - Heterocyclic compounds containing quinoline or hydrogenated quinoline ring systems having no bond between the ring nitrogen atom and a non-ring member or having only hydrogen atoms or carbon atoms directly attached to the ring nitrogen atom with only hydrogen atoms or radicals containing only hydrogen and carbon atoms, directly attached to the ring carbon atoms having only hydrogen atoms, hydrocarbon or substituted hydrocarbon radicals, attached to the ring nitrogen atom
• A61P 35/00 - Antineoplastic agents
• C07D 335/06 - BenzothiopyransHydrogenated benzothiopyrans
• C07D 311/70 - Benzo [b] pyrans, not hydrogenated in the carbocyclic ring other than with oxygen or sulfur atoms in position 2 or 4 with two hydrocarbon radicals attached in position 2 and elements other than carbon and hydrogen in position 6

Abstract

According to one embodiment, there is taught herein a family of “branched” variants of the traditional scissor mechanism, in which each stage is formed from more than two arms, joined at their midpoints by a branched rivet. In one embodiment arms in adjacent stages are joined at their endpoints with joints that allow for rotation in a single plane. Each resulting mechanism has one degree of freedom in its motion. It deploys from a compact, collapsed state to an extended state. One embodiment is a grasping member that is mechanically coupled to a scissor mechanism so that when scissor mechanism is collapsed the grasping member is open. Then, when the scissor mechanism is extended the grasping member becomes closed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B66F 7/06 - Lifting frames, e.g. for lifting vehiclesPlatform lifts with platforms supported by levers for vertical movement
• B66F 7/28 - Constructional details, e.g. end stops, pivoting supporting members, sliding runners adjustable to load dimensions
• B66F 3/22 - Lazy-tongs mechanisms
• B25B 9/00 - Hand-held gripping tools other than those covered by group
• B25J 1/06 - Manipulators positioned in space by hand of the lazy-tongs type
• B66F 11/04 - Lifting devices specially adapted for particular uses not otherwise provided for for movable platforms or cabins, e.g. on vehicles, permitting workmen to place themselves in any desired position for carrying out required operations

Abstract

A multi-chamber single-use bioreactor for cell culture expansion has bag assembly and a rigid support structure defining a bag receiving space. The bag assembly disposed in the bag receiving space of the rigid support structure and supported by the rigid support structure. The bag assembly has at least a first flexible bag and a second flexible bag. The first bag defines a first reaction chamber, and the second bag defines a second reaction chamber. The first reaction chamber has a first volume, a first inlet, and a first outlet, and the second reaction chamber has a second volume different from the first volume, a second inlet, and a second outlet. The second inlet of the second bag is fluidically connected to the first outlet of the first bag so liquid in first reaction chamber can be transferred to the second reaction chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology
• C12M 3/00 - Tissue, human, animal or plant cell, or virus culture apparatus
• C12M 1/06 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with gas introduction means with agitator, e.g. impeller
• C12M 1/34 - Measuring or testing with condition measuring or sensing means, e.g. colony counters
• C12M 1/02 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with agitation meansApparatus for enzymology or microbiology with heat exchange means

Abstract

“Black” photoactive materials that comprise synthetic eumelanin polymers are provided, as are methods of making and using the polymers. The synthetic eumelanin polymers are made from the plant oil vanillin, and exhibit defined structural and chemical characteristics (e.g. homogeneity, solubility, etc.) that make them suitable for use in devices that require photoactive materials, such as solar cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 61/12 - Macromolecular compounds containing atoms other than carbon in the main chain of the macromolecule
• C07D 209/24 - Radicals substituted by carbon atoms having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most one bond to halogen, e.g. ester or nitrile radicals with an alkyl or cycloalkyl radical attached to the ring nitrogen atom
• C08G 73/06 - Polycondensates having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic rings in the main chain of the macromoleculePolyhydrazidesPolyamide acids or similar polyimide precursors
• C09D 179/04 - Polycondensates having nitrogen-containing heterocyclic rings in the main chainPolyhydrazidesPolyamide acids or similar polyimide precursors
• C07D 209/42 - Carbon atoms having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most one bond to halogen, e.g. ester or nitrile radicals
• C09D 5/24 - Electrically-conducting paints
• C09D 165/00 - Coating compositions based on macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming a carbon-to-carbon link in the main chainCoating compositions based on derivatives of such polymers
• H01L 51/00 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof
• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• H01L 51/05 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for rectifying, amplifying, oscillating or switching and having at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier; Capacitors or resistors with at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier
• H01L 51/42 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted either for the conversion of the energy of such radiation into electrical energy or for the control of electrical energy by such radiation
• H01L 51/50 - Solid state devices using organic materials as the active part, or using a combination of organic materials with other materials as the active part; Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of such devices, or of parts thereof specially adapted for light emission, e.g. organic light emitting diodes (OLED) or polymer light emitting devices (PLED)

Abstract

The conventional Li-ion batteries use graphite anode, which has a theoretical specific capacity of 372 mAh/g, which limits their application for high capacity energy storage devices. Silicon has been tried because of its high theoretical specific capacity (4200 mAh/g) but the stress created due to volume expansion during intercalation of Li causes fracture and hence electrical isolation between particles and current collector leading to capacity loss. The present invention demonstrates the design of metallurgical grade polycrystalline silicon anode to achieve high reversible capacity (−1000 mAh/g) with high coulombic efficiency (99.6%), and low cost.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 4/134 - Electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
• C09K 13/04 - Etching, surface-brightening or pickling compositions containing an inorganic acid
• H01L 21/306 - Chemical or electrical treatment, e.g. electrolytic etching

Abstract

C. transvaalensis Oklahoma State University (OSU) section ‘2747’ (2n=2x=18). The distinct variety has exceptional winter survivability, improved drought resistance, superior traffic tolerance, high turf quality, and wide adaptation. It has very short internodes and leaf blades. It has demonstrated the characteristics of fast establishment rate, early green up, dark green color, and sufficient sod tensile strength for reliable sod production on farm.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01H 5/12 - Leaves
• A01H 6/46 - Gramineae or Poaceae, e.g. ryegrass, rice, wheat or maize

Abstract

Solid polymer electrolyte (SPE) having conductive filler aligned to have directional ionic conductivity. The SPE with aligned conductive filler are used in a structural supercapacitor comprising one or more plies. Each of the plies has a first and second conducting member, each with a plurality of sections with conductive filler oriented normal to the inner surface of the first conducting member. The plies also having a pair of epoxy-SPE layers with aligned conductive filler. The resin layers are between the inner surfaces of the first and second conducting members.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01G 11/56 - Solid electrolytes, e.g. gelsAdditives therein
• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins
• H01G 11/48 - Conductive polymers
• H01G 11/36 - Nanostructures, e.g. nanofibres, nanotubes or fullerenes
• H01G 11/40 - Fibres
• H01G 11/26 - Electrodes characterised by their structure, e.g. multi-layered, porosity or surface features
• H01G 11/38 - Carbon pastes or blendsBinders or additives therein

Abstract

The disclosed methods are utilized for recovering a high percent of platinum group metals from spent catalytic converters. The methods use an aqua regia bath and ultrasonic agitation to liberate the metals from the carrier material of the washcoat, while leaving the metal supporting structure largely intact.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 23/96 - Regeneration or reactivation of catalysts comprising metals, oxides or hydroxides of the noble metals
• C22B 11/00 - Obtaining noble metals
• B01J 38/60 - Liquid treating or treating in liquid phase, e.g. dissolved or suspended using acids

Abstract

This disclosure relates generally to the facile and selective mono-perfluoro and poly-fluoroarylation of Meldrum's acid to generate a versatile synthon for highly fluorinated alpha-phenyl acetic acid derivatives which provide straightforward access to fluorinated building blocks. The reaction takes place quickly and all products were isolated without the need for chromatography. An embodiment provides an alternative strategy to access alpha-arylated Meldrum's acids which avoids the need for aryl-Pb(IV) salts or diaryliodonium salts and provides access to the tertiary product which was not previously synthetically accessible. The synthetic versatility and utility of the Meldrum's acid products is demonstrated by subjecting the products to several derivatizations of the Meldrum's acid products as well as photocatalytic hydrodefluorination which provide access to difficult but valuable synthetic targets such as multifluorinated aromatics.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 319/06 - 1,3-DioxanesHydrogenated 1,3-dioxanes not condensed with other rings
• C07D 319/08 - 1,3-DioxanesHydrogenated 1,3-dioxanes condensed with carbocyclic rings or ring systems
• C07D 405/04 - Heterocyclic compounds containing both one or more hetero rings having oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, and one or more rings having nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom containing two hetero rings directly linked by a ring-member-to-ring- member bond
• C07D 405/10 - Heterocyclic compounds containing both one or more hetero rings having oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms, and one or more rings having nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom containing two hetero rings linked by a carbon chain containing aromatic rings
• C07D 413/10 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having nitrogen and oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms containing two hetero rings linked by a carbon chain containing aromatic rings

Abstract

Recombinant, live, attenuated viruses of the Pneumoviridae family are disclosed that include a baculovirus GP64 envelope glycoprotein or variant or fragment thereof and a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) F protein variant or fragment thereof. Also disclosed are polynucleotides encoding the virus as well as pharmaceutical compositions and vaccines containing the virus. In addition, methods of producing and using each of the above compositions are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/195 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria
• C07K 14/22 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from bacteria from Neisseriaceae (F), e.g. Acinetobacter
• C12N 15/867 - Retroviral vectors
• C12N 5/10 - Cells modified by introduction of foreign genetic material, e.g. virus-transformed cells
• G01N 33/53 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 39/39 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies characterised by the immunostimulating additives, e.g. chemical adjuvants
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• A61P 31/12 - Antivirals
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided a geophone assembly in which the support plate has a plurality of downwardly extending extensions that improve ground coupling. In some embodiments, the extensions might take the form of bolts that extend through the baseplate and which are long enough to improve the ground coupling of the geophone assembly. In other embodiments, the extensions might all have a roughened surface. In still further embodiments, the extensions might include a central spike that may be roughened or not.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01V 1/16 - Receiving elements for seismic signalsArrangements or adaptations of receiving elements
• G01V 1/18 - Receiving elements, e.g. seismometer, geophone
• G01H 1/04 - Measuring vibrations in solids by using direct conduction to the detector of vibrations which are transverse to direction of propagation
• G01H 1/12 - Measuring vibrations in solids by using direct conduction to the detector of longitudinal or not specified vibrations

Abstract

This patent document discloses a method of fabricating an electrically conductive fiber coated with polythiophene and a carbon material. The low-cost method is amenable to modifications to suit the practical needs in various applications.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01B 1/24 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising carbon-silicon compounds, carbon, or silicon
• D06M 11/67 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with nitrogen or compounds thereof, e.g. with nitrides with cyanogen or compounds thereof, e.g. with cyanhydric acid, cyanic acid, isocyanic acid, thiocyanic acid, isothiocyanic acid or their salts, or with cyanamidesTreating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with nitrogen or compounds thereof, e.g. with nitrides with carbamic acid or its salts
• D06M 11/75 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with phosgeneTreating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with compounds containing both carbon and sulfur, e.g. thiophosgene
• D06M 23/10 - Processes in which the treating agent is dissolved or dispersed in organic solventsProcesses for the recovery of organic solvents thereof

Abstract

This document discloses an electrically conductive fiber coated with polythiophene and a carbon material. Also disclosed is an article of manufacture incorporating the conductive fiber.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/15 - Nanosized carbon materials
• D06M 11/74 - Treating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with carbon or graphiteTreating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with carbidesTreating fibres, threads, yarns, fabrics or fibrous goods made from such materials, with inorganic substances or complexes thereofSuch treatment combined with mechanical treatment, e.g. mercerising with carbon or compounds thereof with graphitic acids or their salts

Abstract

There is provided herein a visible light-based speed estimation method ViLDAR. By using the received light intensity of a vehicle's LED headlight, the vehicle speed can be accurately estimated for a wide range of incidence angle. Linear LS method is used in one embodiment of a speed estimation algorithm. The impact of system parameters on speed estimation error and the performance of algorithm for different speed and estimation duration are provided. Some embodiments operate best at a certain distances where the received light intensity (power) reading can provide estimation results with high accuracy, which distances are termed a reliable region of operation. In addition to speed estimation, potential applications of ViLDAR idea are ranging detection and collision avoidance for autonomous vehicles.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01P 3/36 - Devices characterised by the use of optical means, e.g. using infrared, visible, or ultraviolet light

Abstract

This invention is regarding a set of stand-alone or combined-use surgical tools and associated systems and methods for performing surgical procedures such as identifying hidden tissue anatomy and dissecting the periphery tissues. In particular, this invention describes tools and the associated systems and methods for visualizing hidden important structures such as arteries, veins, ureters, bile duct, bowel, nodules, tumors, and performing tissue cutting using energy-based instrument. The tools are to be operated stand-alone or by attaching to existing instruments used for minimally invasive surgery.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
• A61B 1/07 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor with illuminating arrangements using light-conductive means, e.g. optical fibres
• G01J 3/02 - SpectrometrySpectrophotometryMonochromatorsMeasuring colours Details
• G01J 3/42 - Absorption spectrometryDouble-beam spectrometryFlicker spectrometryReflection spectrometry
• A61B 1/313 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor for introducing through surgical openings, e.g. laparoscopes
• A61B 90/30 - Devices for illuminating a surgical field, the devices having an interrelation with other surgical devices or with a surgical procedure
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

There is provided a biogas flux chamber constructed in one embodiment from a metal can with an open bottom and an epoxy interior coating. The chamber is inserted into the soil to allow influx of soil gases. The lid includes a sampling septum and a vent tube to prevent pressure build-up when the lid is in place which allows for an increase in interior gas concentrations. The rubber sampling septum is installed in a hole in the lid. The vent tube is constructed using flexible copper tubing inserted through the lid and secured using a bulkhead-fitting, and rubber O-ring to seal the insertion hole. The copper tubing is bent to form a double-curved ‘C’ shape which positions the open ends of the tube above and below the lid surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/107 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with means for collecting fermentation gases, e.g. methane
• C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology
• C05F 17/90 - Apparatus therefor
• C05F 11/04 - Horticultural earth from peat
• F17B 1/00 - Gas-holders of variable capacity
• F17B 1/02 - Gas-holders of variable capacity Details
• G01N 33/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by specific methods not covered by groups
• C02F 11/04 - Anaerobic treatmentProduction of methane by such processes
• A01M 31/00 - Hunting appliances

Abstract

A nanocomposite material comprises polyethylene terephthalate (PET) as a base polymer and a nanoparticle that increases the strength of the base polymer.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor
• C08J 3/22 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring using masterbatch techniques
• C01B 32/19 - Preparation by exfoliation
• C08K 9/08 - Ingredients agglomerated by treatment with a binding agent
• B29K 67/00 - Use of polyesters as moulding material
• B29K 507/04 - Carbon

Goods & Services

Lawn/turf; sod.

Abstract

According to one embodiment, there is taught herein a family of "branched" variants of the traditional scissor mechanism, in which each stage is formed from more than two arms, joined at their midpoints by a branched rivet. In one embodiment arms in adjacent stages are joined at their endpoints with joints that allow for rotation in a single plane. Each resulting mechanism has one degree of freedom in its motion. It deploys from a compact, collapsed state to an extended state.

IPC Classes  ?

• B66F 7/06 - Lifting frames, e.g. for lifting vehiclesPlatform lifts with platforms supported by levers for vertical movement
• B62D 7/16 - Arrangement of linkage connections
• B66F 3/22 - Lazy-tongs mechanisms
• B66F 11/04 - Lifting devices specially adapted for particular uses not otherwise provided for for movable platforms or cabins, e.g. on vehicles, permitting workmen to place themselves in any desired position for carrying out required operations

Abstract

Highly antigenic yet safe vaccines against diseases caused by Paramyxoviridae viruses such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are provided. The vaccines comprise attenuated Paramyxoviridae viruses with high antigenicity but which display impaired cell-to-cell transmission as a result of genetic manipulation of the gene encoding the matrix (M) protein. In the viruses, the M protein is absent or mutated to a less active form. Screening or assay systems and methods for evaluating the infectivity of mutant M proteins anf for identifying suitable M candidates for live-attenuated vaccine virus and VLP production, are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof
• C07K 14/005 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from viruses
• C12Q 1/06 - Quantitative determination
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

Methods of synthesizing compounds comprising fluorinated aryl groups are disclosed, wherein said methods utilize hydrogen bond directed photocatalytic hydrodefluorination.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62D 3/34 - Dehalogenation using reactive chemical agents able to degrade
• B01J 23/46 - Ruthenium, rhodium, osmium or iridium
• C07C 17/23 - Preparation of halogenated hydrocarbons by dehalogenation

Abstract

A system and method that improves and enhances the quality of step-scan Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy data. The system and method enables the removal of dark voltage with greater accuracy, provides access to previously unobtainable IR spectral information data which is amplified by the disclosed system and method. The system and method removes dark interferogram voltage from an interferogram of interest obtained during nanosecond or microsecond step-scan measurement. The system and method includes a programmable high gain setting to amplify both signal and noise into the analog-to-digital quantization range to allow signal averaging for obtaining additional bits of resolution. The system and method also accounts for and corrects intrinsic offset voltages introduced by the electronics of the disclosed system. The system and method enable precise interferogram measurement and post-laser excitation or provision for other stimuli that result in a material change of state exploration in nanosecond or microsecond speed.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01J 3/45 - Interferometric spectrometry
• G01N 21/35 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light

Abstract

The conventional Li-ion batteries use graphite anode, which has a theoretical specific capacity of 372 mAh/g, which limits their application for high capacity energy storage devices. Silicon has been tried because of its high theoretical specific capacity (4200 mAh/g) but the stress created due to volume expansion during intercalation of Li causes fracture and hence electrical isolation between particles and current collector leading to capacity loss. The present invention demonstrates the design of metallurgical grade polycrystalline silicon anode to achieve high reversible capacity (-1000 mAh/g) with high coulombic efficiency (99.6%), and low cost.

IPC Classes  ?

• C06B 33/06 - Compositions containing particulate metal, alloy, boron, silicon, selenium or tellurium with at least one oxygen supplying material which is either a metal oxide or a salt, organic or inorganic, capable of yielding a metal oxide the material being an inorganic oxygen-halogen salt
• C06B 45/30 - Compositions or products which are defined by structure or arrangement of component or product comprising a coated component the component base containing an inorganic explosive or an inorganic thermic component
• C09K 13/08 - Etching, surface-brightening or pickling compositions containing an inorganic acid containing a fluorine compound
• C10L 1/28 - Organic compounds containing silicon
• C23F 1/16 - Acidic compositions
• F42B 3/10 - Initiators therefor

Abstract

Methods of synthesizing polyfluorinated amino acid derivatives are disclosed, along with polyfluorinated amino acid derivatives produced from said methods, as well as compositions containing same. The synthesis methods utilize an oxazolone and a perfluoroarene to produce the polyfluorinated amino acid derivatives.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07B 37/04 - Substitution
• C07C 231/12 - Preparation of carboxylic acid amides by reactions not involving the formation of carboxamide groups
• C07D 263/40 - One oxygen atom attached in position 4

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided an onboard integrated computational system for an unmanned aircraft system (“Stabilis” autopilot). This is an integrated suite of hardware, software, and data-to-decisions services that are designed to meet the needs of business and research developers of UAS. Stabilis is designed to accelerate the development of any UAS platform and avionics system; it does so with hardware modularity and software adaptation. The Stabilis offers multiple technological advantages technological advantages including: Plug-and-adapt functionality; Data-to-decisions capability; and, On board parallelization capability.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 1/08 - Control of attitude, i.e. control of roll, pitch, or yaw
• B64C 13/16 - Initiating means actuated automatically, e.g. responsive to gust detectors
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• G06N 7/00 - Computing arrangements based on specific mathematical models

Abstract

Salmonella serovars. Methods of immunization comprise the use of the antigenic molecules.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/255 - Salmonella (G)
• A61K 39/112 - SalmonellaShigella
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

This disclosure addresses a problem in relation to the environmental destruction that excessive apparel production can produce. In various embodiments, existing textile products are deconstructed into pieces of fabric and then reassembled into apparel in a manner that creates minimal or zero waste. In some embodiments, the fabric pieces will be positioned inside of one or more pattern pieces so as to completely cover each one without overlapping its border. The positioned pieces will be treated with an adhesive and then have a paper layer adhered to it to hold the positioned fabric pieces in place while they are stitched together. Then, the resulting sandwich will be soaked to remove the paper and dissolve the adhesive. The resulting unified fabric component will then be available to be stitched together with other similarly formed fabric components to form a garment.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41H 3/06 - Patterns on paper
• A41D 31/00 - Materials specially adapted for outerwear
• A41H 43/04 - Joining garment parts or blanks by gluing or welding
• D04H 1/4274 - RagsFabric scraps
• A41H 42/00 - Multi-step production lines for making clothes
• D05B 5/00 - Sewing machines for temporarily connecting articles, e.g. pairs of socks
• A41H 27/00 - Mending garments by adhesives or adhesive patches

Abstract

There is provided herein, according to an embodiment, a plasma thread application of dielectric barrier discharge, which incorporates the effectiveness of plasma in sterilization and the flexibility of thread like structure and has the malleability to be formed into any apparel design. The design of one embodiment uses a dielectric coated/insulated wire in the range of 30 to 40 awg based on the application in question. It can be used as sutures or can be woven into a material for countless bandage-like applications. The ready availability of medically approved dielectric materials is conducive to the manufacture of the same.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61N 1/44 - Applying ionised fluids
• A61L 2/14 - Plasma, i.e. ionised gases
• A61B 17/06 - NeedlesHolders or packages for needles or suture materials
• A61F 13/00 - Bandages or dressingsAbsorbent pads
• A61M 25/00 - CathetersHollow probes
• H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods

Abstract

This system includes a concrete identification technology that is used in taking, testing, monitoring, and labeling concrete samples or members using custom labels called a tag. This tag comprises a series of corresponding labels, one for the outside of the form, and on for the inside of the form that becomes part of the concrete sample. These tags are physically bonded to the concrete specimen with only minimal impact on its shape and properties. In some embodiments the tags will contain a hook-and-loop or fiber type surface texture (protrusions) which is placed in the form with the protrusions facing the fresh concrete. The tag can also contain electronic circuitry to gather and track information about the concrete and the surrounding environment. This will eliminate the need to relabel the samples after demolding while also measuring a number of other parameters about the concrete and its performance.

IPC Classes  ?

• B28B 23/00 - Arrangements specially adapted for the production of shaped articles with elements wholly or partly embedded in the moulding material
• B28B 7/00 - MouldsCoresMandrels
• G01N 1/28 - Preparing specimens for investigation
• G01N 1/36 - Embedding or analogous mounting of samples
• G01N 33/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by specific methods not covered by groups
• G01N 33/38 - ConcreteLimeMortarGypsumBricksCeramicsGlass

Abstract

Controlling the gas inlet flow rate and energy input to a fermentation reactor to maximize conversion of syngas by maximizing uptake of hydrogen into a medium relative to carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide based on determined volumetric mass transfer coefficients for hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/06 - Ethanol, i.e. non-beverage
• C12P 7/54 - Acetic acid
• C12Q 3/00 - Condition-responsive control processes

Abstract

Host-specific bacteriophages that kill or prevent growth of shigatoxigenic Escherichia coli (STEC) are provided. The bacteriophages are specific for STEC, exhibit high lytic activity, pH, and thermal stability, and are used as bio-control agents in the meat and produce industry. Notably, the bacteriophages prevent or reduce STEC biofilm formation.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 25/08 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of applicationSubstances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests containing solids as carriers or diluents
• A01N 63/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing microorganisms, viruses, microbial fungi, animals or substances produced by, or obtained from, microorganisms, viruses, microbial fungi or animals, e.g. enzymes or fermentates
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof

Abstract

This disclosure relates generally to enabling a user to (1) determine the radial stiffness of the outer surface of a winding or wound roll, and (2) when coupled with a winding/contact model results in a virtual instrument allowing the user to explore the residual stresses due to winding in roll-to-roll manufacturing process machines, and (3) allows the user to predict winding defects and hence roll quality based upon the known residual stresses. Wound roll models require the input of a radial modulus of elasticity which is state dependent on interlayer pressure. The hardware of the disclosure can be used to determine this radial modulus and serves to enable the user to (1) use winding/contact models and (2) with measurements made during or after winding enable the user to estimate the winding residual stresses.

IPC Classes  ?

• D21F 7/06 - Indicating or regulating the thickness of the layerSignal devices
• D21F 11/14 - Making cellulose wadding, filter- or blotting paper
• D21G 1/00 - CalendersSmoothing apparatus
• G01B 7/28 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring contours or curvatures
• G01B 7/34 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring roughness or irregularity of surfaces
• G01L 5/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, measuring force, work, mechanical power, or torque, specially adapted for specific purposes
• G01N 3/02 - Investigating strength properties of solid materials by application of mechanical stress Details

Abstract

A method is herein presented to statistically combine multiple seismic attributes for generating a map of the spatial density of fractures. According to an embodiment a first step involves interpreting the formation of interest in 3D seismic volume first to create its time structure map. The second step is creating depth structure of the formation of interest from its time structure map. In this application geostatistical methods have been used for depth conversional, although other methods could be used instead. The third step is extraction of a number of attributes, such as phase, frequency and amplitudes, from the time structure map. The next step is to project the fracture density onto the top of the target formation. The final step is to combine these attributes using a statistical method known as Multi-variant non-linear regression to predict fracture density.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01V 1/30 - Analysis
• G01V 1/28 - Processing seismic data, e.g. for interpretation or for event detection
• G01V 11/00 - Prospecting or detecting by methods combining techniques covered by two or more of main groups
• E21B 7/04 - Directional drilling
• E21B 49/00 - Testing the nature of borehole wallsFormation testingMethods or apparatus for obtaining samples of soil or well fluids, specially adapted to earth drilling or wells

Abstract

A nanocomposite material comprises polyethylene terephthalate (PET) as a base polymer and a nanoparticle that increases the strength of the base polymer.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 3/20 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring
• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor
• C01B 31/04 - Graphite
• C08J 3/22 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring using masterbatch techniques
• C08K 9/08 - Ingredients agglomerated by treatment with a binding agent
• B29K 67/00 - Use of polyesters as moulding material
• B29K 507/04 - Carbon

Abstract

An embodiment of the present disclosure relates to an unmanned flying robotic object that contains a wheeled mechanism that encircles its spherical exoskeleton. This feature allows the flying spherical vehicle to readily transform into a ground maneuverable vehicle. A robotic motor with differential speed capability is used to operate each wheel to provide effective ground maneuverability. There are examples provided herein of wheel configurations suitable for use with an embodiment. One is the straight-(or parallel) wheel design, and another is tilted-wheel design as are illustrated and discussed hereinafter. One embodiment of an unmanned flying robotic object taught herein is foldable.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 37/00 - Convertible aircraft
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• B64C 1/30 - Parts of fuselage relatively movable to reduce overall dimensions of aircraft
• B64C 15/02 - Attitude, flight direction or altitude control by jet reaction the jets being propulsion jets
• B62D 57/00 - Vehicles characterised by having other propulsion or other ground-engaging means than wheels or endless track, alone or in addition to wheels or endless track

Abstract

Phanerochaete chrysosporium, were characterized, and synergistic mixtures of the enzymes were produced and used to generate simple sugars from biomass without the need to pretreat the biomass before digestion. The enzyme blends generally comprise two or more enzymes, which may be from the same fungus or from two different fungi, and are used for efficient and cost effective complete degradation of lignocelluloses. Applications of this technology include biofuel production.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 9/02 - Oxidoreductases (1.), e.g. luciferase
• C12N 9/42 - Hydrolases (3.) acting on glycosyl compounds (3.2) acting on beta-1, 4-glucosidic bonds, e.g. cellulase
• C12P 19/02 - Monosaccharides
• C12P 19/14 - Preparation of compounds containing saccharide radicals produced by the action of a carbohydrase, e.g. by alpha-amylase
• C12N 9/24 - Hydrolases (3.) acting on glycosyl compounds (3.2)
• C12P 19/00 - Preparation of compounds containing saccharide radicals

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided a method of creating amorphous and amorphous-crystalline materials using microwave energy in the form of standing waves. The relatively quick processing time of the method allows investigating and creating a large number of material structures with various dimensions. An embodiment utilizes a scalable technique to produce high efficiency bulk thermoelectric structures as well as thin and thick.

IPC Classes  ?

• C03C 4/14 - Compositions for glass with special properties for electro-conductive glass
• C03C 10/00 - Devitrified glass ceramics, i.e. glass ceramics having a crystalline phase dispersed in a glassy phase and constituting at least 50% by weight of the total composition
• H01L 35/22 - Selection of the material for the legs of the junction using inorganic compositions comprising compounds containing boron, carbon, oxygen, or nitrogen
• H01L 35/00 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES; ELECTRIC SOLID STATE DEVICES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR - Details thereof

Abstract

According to an embodment, there is provided an onboard integrated computational system for an unmanned aircraft system ("Stabilis" autopilot). This is an integrated suite of hardware, software, and data-to-decisions services that are designed to meet the needs of business and research developers of UAS. Stabilis is designed to accelerate the development of any UAS platform and avionics system; it does so with hardware modularity and software adaptation. The Stabilis offers multiple technological advantages technological advantages including: Plug-and-adapt functionality; Data-to-decisions capability; and, On board parallelization capability.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64D 31/06 - Initiating means actuated automatically

Abstract

According to an embodiment, natural polymers will be used to enhance the biodegradability of nanocomposites, increase potential use of sustainable polymer matrices, improve the interlaminar fracture toughness of graphite/epoxy composites and attain complete nanoparticle dispersion through covalent bonding of nanoparticles and natural polymers. The starch derivatives containing POSS (polyhedral silsesquioxane) were synthesized by reacting natural polymer with different POSS molecules in a solvent in presence of a catalyst. Interlaminar fracture toughness testing results from the epoxy based nanocomposites containing 3, 5, 7, and 10 wt % POSS modified natural polymer in the interlaminar area are presented. The biodegradability of the composites is expected to improve through the incorporation of the natural polymer derivatives.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 77/42 - Block- or graft-polymers containing polysiloxane sequences
• C08J 5/24 - Impregnating materials with prepolymers which can be polymerised in situ, e.g. manufacture of prepregs
• C08J 5/00 - Manufacture of articles or shaped materials containing macromolecular substances
• C08J 5/04 - Reinforcing macromolecular compounds with loose or coherent fibrous material
• C08J 7/04 - Coating
• C09D 139/06 - Homopolymers or copolymers of N-vinyl-pyrrolidones
• C09D 183/10 - Block or graft copolymers containing polysiloxane sequences

Abstract

According to an embodiment, a method for grafting POSS (polyhedral silsesquioxane) nanomaterial to graphene oxide is described for use in preparation of high performance composite materials. In another embodiment, amine functionalized graphene oxide may be particularly suitable. In this embodiment, POSS molecules grafted to amine functionalized graphene oxide are synthesized by reacting graphene oxide with different POSS molecules. The amine functionalized graphene oxide may be dissolved in a solvent and the reaction may include the presence of a catalyst. The resultant POSS grafted graphene oxide/POSS grafted amine functionalized graphene oxide may be mixed with a resin (epoxy) in a masterbatch. The masterbatch may then be packaged and sold. The masterbatch material may then be introduced into the interlaminar area of graphite/epoxy composites. Biodegradability and interlaminar fracture toughness testing results from the use of epoxy based nanocomposites containing POSS modified graphene oxide polymer are expected to improve.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 5/16 - Nitrogen-containing compounds
• C09C 1/44 - Carbon
• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• C08K 9/06 - Ingredients treated with organic substances with silicon-containing compounds

Abstract

Methods and compositions for preventing and/or treating viral infections are provided. The methods involve administering an agent that stabilizes or enhances Axin1 activity, e.g. and agent that inhibits tankyrase. Administration of the agent stimulates or increases interferon activity, thereby preventing or lessening at least one symptom of virus infection. The virus infection may be caused by a respiratory virus such as influenza vims.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/522 - Purines, e.g. adenine having oxo groups directly attached to the heterocyclic ring, e.g. hypoxanthine, guanine, acyclovir
• A61K 31/517 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim ortho- or peri-condensed with carbocyclic ring systems, e.g. quinazoline, perimidine
• A61K 31/4709 - Non-condensed quinolines containing further heterocyclic rings
• A61K 31/352 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having six-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom condensed with carbocyclic rings, e.g. cannabinols, methantheline
• A61K 31/4196 - 1,2,4-Triazoles
• A61K 31/422 - Oxazoles not condensed and containing further heterocyclic rings
• A61K 31/4375 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having six-membered rings with one nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom ortho- or peri-condensed with heterocyclic ring systems the heterocyclic ring system containing a six-membered ring having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. quinolizines, naphthyridines, berberine, vincamine
• A61K 31/473 - QuinolinesIsoquinolines ortho- or peri-condensed with carbocyclic ring systems, e.g. acridines, phenanthridines
• A61K 31/4743 - QuinolinesIsoquinolines ortho- or peri-condensed with heterocyclic ring systems condensed with ring systems having sulfur as a ring hetero atom
• A61K 31/4365 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having six-membered rings with one nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom ortho- or peri-condensed with heterocyclic ring systems the heterocyclic ring system having sulfur as a ring hetero atom, e.g. ticlopidine
• A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form

Abstract

Methods and systems for decontaminating food products includes arranging a first electrode and second electrode in an asymmetric relationship on opposite sides of a dielectric layer, providing an insulating covering on the first electrode, and applying a power source to the first and second electrodes. A voltage is applied between the first electrode and the second electrode in ambient atmosphere to create a cold plasma and a food product is decontaminated by the plasma.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05H 1/03 - Arrangements for confining plasma by electric or magnetic fieldsArrangements for heating plasma using electrostatic fields
• H05H 1/48 - Generating plasma using an arc
• A23B 4/015 - Preserving by irradiation or electric treatment without heating effect
• A23B 5/015 - Preserving by irradiation or electric treatment without heating effect
• A23B 7/015 - Preserving by irradiation or electric treatment without heating effect
• A23B 9/06 - Preserving by irradiation or electric treatment without heating effect

Abstract

There are provided herein novel catalytic approaches of producing deoxygenated bio-oil in fast pyrolysis reaction conditions. In one embodiment, HZSM-5 zeolite was modified by loading bimetallic catalyst compounds, resulting in new catalysts including MoAg/HZSM-5 and MoZn/HZSM-5. Both catalysts showed higher reactivity towards methane activation than molybdenum-only loaded catalysts. MoAg/HZSM-5 tended to catalyze dealkylation of alkylated benzenes thus yielded a product with high selectivity towards benzene. A dramatic increase in the yield of aromatic hydrocarbons was noticed when MoZn/HZSM-5 was used for catalysis of switchgrass under methane atmosphere. The final liquid hydrocarbons targeted according to this embodiment are benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, xylene, naphthalene (BTEXN).

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 23/24 - Chromium, molybdenum or tungsten
• B01J 23/48 - Silver or gold
• B01J 29/46 - Iron group metals or copper
• C07C 1/22 - Preparation of hydrocarbons from one or more compounds, none of them being a hydrocarbon starting from organic compounds containing only oxygen atoms as hetero atoms by reduction
• C07C 29/156 - Preparation of compounds having hydroxy or O-metal groups bound to a carbon atom not belonging to a six-membered aromatic ring by reduction of oxides of carbon exclusively with hydrogen or hydrogen-containing gases characterised by the catalyst used containing iron group metals, platinum group metals, or compounds thereof
• C07C 29/157 - Preparation of compounds having hydroxy or O-metal groups bound to a carbon atom not belonging to a six-membered aromatic ring by reduction of oxides of carbon exclusively with hydrogen or hydrogen-containing gases characterised by the catalyst used containing iron group metals, platinum group metals, or compounds thereof containing platinum group metals or compounds thereof
• C07C 45/51 - Preparation of compounds having C=O groups bound only to carbon or hydrogen atomsPreparation of chelates of such compounds by pyrolysis, rearrangement or decomposition
• C07C 51/10 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reaction with carbon monoxide
• C08G 63/78 - Preparation processes

Abstract

An embodiment is developed for a cylindrically shaped, elliptical rolling robot that has the ability to morph its outer surface as it rolls. The morphing actuation alters lengths of the major and minor axes, resulting in a torque imbalance that rolls the robot along faster or brakes its motion. A control scheme is implemented, whereby angular position and horizontal velocity are used as feedback to trigger and define morphing actuation. A goal of the control scheme is to cause the robot to follow a given velocity profile comprised of steps and ramps. Equations of motion for the rolling robot are formulated, which include rolling resistance torque caused by deformation of the outer surface tread. A computer program solves the equations of motion, and resulting plots show that by automatically morphing its shape in a periodic fashion, the rolling robot is able to commence from an initial position, achieve constant average velocity and slow itself.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 57/00 - Vehicles characterised by having other propulsion or other ground-engaging means than wheels or endless track, alone or in addition to wheels or endless track
• A63H 33/00 - Other toys
• B25J 5/00 - Manipulators mounted on wheels or on carriages
• B60B 3/00 - Disc wheels, i.e. wheels with load-supporting disc body
• B60B 9/28 - Wheels of high resiliency comprising resilient spokes with telescopic action
• B60B 19/00 - Wheels not otherwise provided for or having characteristics specified in one of the subgroups of this group
• B66F 3/10 - Devices, e.g. jacks, adapted for uninterrupted lifting of loads screw-operated with telescopic sleeves

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided a system and method of determining the oil column thickness in a well. One embodiment utilizes an assembly of mechanical and electrical components that, based on the density difference between the overlying oil and the underlying brine, senses the depth of the oil-brine interface.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01F 23/76 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats characterised by the construction of the float
• G01F 23/30 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats
• G01V 3/30 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detectingMeasuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation specially adapted for well-logging operating with electromagnetic waves
• G01V 3/26 - Electric or magnetic prospecting or detectingMeasuring magnetic field characteristics of the earth, e.g. declination or deviation specially adapted for well-logging operating with magnetic or electric fields produced or modified either by the surrounding earth formation or by the detecting device
• H01H 36/02 - Switches actuated by change of magnetic field or of electric field, e.g. by change of relative position of magnet and switch, by shielding actuated by movement of a float carrying a magnet

Abstract

There is provided herein, according to an embodiment, a plasma thread application of dielectric barrier discharge, which incorporates the effectiveness of plasma in sterilization and the flexibility of thread like structure and has the malleability to be formed into any apparel design. The design of one embodiment uses a dielectric coated/insulated wire in the range of 30 to 40 awg based on the application in question. It can be used as sutures or can be woven into a material for countless bandage-like applications. The ready availability of medically approved dielectric materials is conducive to the manufacture of the same.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 2/14 - Plasma, i.e. ionised gases

Abstract

2, and high selectivity for production of ethanol. The control is based on an automatic feedback loop that corrects for operational imbalance and maintains a stable continuous fermentation required for commercial operation. In a further embodiment, feed of syngas to ethanol fermentation can be optimally controlled using the pH of the broth as the input variable for flow control of the gas. This concept will automatically maintain the correct supply of syngas to the fermentation, and provide stable operation at optimal rates.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/06 - Ethanol, i.e. non-beverage
• C12M 1/34 - Measuring or testing with condition measuring or sensing means, e.g. colony counters
• C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology
• C12M 1/06 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with gas introduction means with agitator, e.g. impeller

Abstract

Reusable microsomal biocatalytic systems (bioreactors) constructed on carbon nanostructure modified electrodes are provided. The bioreactors comprise stable, biologically active immobilized enzymes such as human cytochromes P 450 (CYPs) and their redox partner proteins, e.g. CYP-NADPH (reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate) reductases (CPR), on the carbon nanostructure surface. The immobilized enzymes may be present in liver microsomes, such as human liver microsomes (HLM) or as bactosomes, S9 fractions, etc. The bioreactors are used, for example, for synthesizing metabolites of interest from compounds such as drugs that are catabolized by the enzymes.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 11/14 - Enzymes or microbial cells immobilised on or in an inorganic carrier

Abstract

Salmonella serovars. Methods of immunization comprise the use of the antigenic molecules.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/255 - Salmonella (G)
• A61K 39/112 - SalmonellaShigella
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies

Abstract

Providing a microbial catalyst in a reaction broth, providing an adsorptive solid into the reaction broth, providing a producer gas into the reaction broth, and obtaining a fermentation product from the reaction broth resulting from activity of the microbial catalyst in the presence of the adsorptive solid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/06 - Ethanol, i.e. non-beverage
• C12N 1/20 - BacteriaCulture media therefor
• C12N 1/38 - Chemical stimulation of growth or activity by addition of chemical compounds which are not essential growth factorsStimulation of growth by removal of a chemical compound

Abstract

There is provided a method for correcting "pixel bleeding" caused by slow luminescence centers in laser scanning imaging (e.g., X-ray imaging using photostimulable phosphors and 2D dosimetry using optically stimulated luminescence). An embodiment uses a deconvolution procedure that takes into account the lifetime of the slow luminescence center and can be further constrained by the detection of fast and slow luminescence centers and combining line scans in opposite directions. An approach has been tested using simulated data and demonstrated experimentally by applying it to image reconstruction of two types of Al2O3 X-ray detector films (Al2O3:C and Al2O3:C,Mg), whose use in 2D dosimetry in conjunction with laser-scanning readout has so far been prevented by slow luminescence centers (35 ms lifetime from F-centers). We show that the algorithm allows the imaging using Al2O3 detectors 300 times faster than generally allowed considering the lifetime of the main luminescence centers.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01T 1/24 - Measuring radiation intensity with semiconductor detectors

Abstract

The present invention includes the efficient dispersion and high loading of fillers in a thermoplastic polymer matrix. In a first general embodiment, the present invention includes a method wherein fillers are first synthesized and dispersed in a liquid monomer. The liquid monomer is then polymerized to a solid. The nanofillers may be silver nanoparticle/nanowire fillers. Ethylene glycol may serve as a solvent, reducing agent as well as precursor monomer for polymerization. In a second general embodiment, the present invention includes a method wherein fillers may be separately synthesized (or obtained commercially) and then added and dispersed in a liquid monomer. The liquid monomer is then polymerized to a solid. In a third general embodiment, a composite is synthesized using interfacial polycondensation. This is accomplished by aggressive mixing of two solvents during the reaction. The aggressive mixing forms microdroplets (i.e., emulsion) and hence dramatically increases the interface area thereby to a much faster polymerization rate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 9/10 - Encapsulated ingredients
• C08L 25/06 - Polystyrene

Abstract

According to an embodiment, a new laser drilling process entitled "ultrasonic vibration assisted continuous wave laser drilling" of materials is disclosed. An embodiment offers significant advantages in terms of efficiency of laser drilling and metallurgical and geometric quality of the laser drilled holes in materials. An embodiment utilizes a continuous wave C02 laser drilling with the simultaneous application of ultrasonic vibrations. An embodiment utilizes ultrasonic vibrations at a frequency of about 20 kHz and amplitudes in the range of about 20-50 μm to facilitate the material removal/melt expulsion by droplet ejection and vertical flow of melt from the laser melted region, creating holes. Simultaneous application of ultrasonic vibrations to the workpiece during continuous wave laser surface melting results in efficient melt expulsion, creating deep craters and micro-holes. An embodiment has been determined useful for laser drilling of stainless steels.

IPC Classes  ?

• B23K 26/00 - Working by laser beam, e.g. welding, cutting or boring

Abstract

Controlling the gas inlet flow rate and energy input to a fermentation reactor to maximize conversion of syngas by maximizing uptake of hydrogen into a medium relative to carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide based on determined volumetric mass transfer coefficients for hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/06 - Ethanol, i.e. non-beverage

Abstract

A method is herein presented to statistically combine multiple seismic attributes for generating a map of the spatial density of fractures. According to an embodiment a first step involves interpreting the formation of interest in 3D seismic volume first to create its time structure map. The second step is creating depth structure of the formation of interest from its time structure map. In this application geostatistical methods have been used for depth conversional, athough other methods could be used instead. The third step is extraction of a number of attributes, such as phase, frequency and amplitudes, from the time structure map. The next step is to project the fracture density onto the top of the target formation. The final step is to combine these attributes using a statistical method known as Multi-variant non-linear regression to predict fracture density.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01V 1/28 - Processing seismic data, e.g. for interpretation or for event detection

Abstract

A hand-planter for singulation planting of cereal, grain, seed and other crops includes a tapered soil engagement component for striking and penetrating a soil surface. With each planter strike to the soil surface, the planter is actuated to meter a granular material product by reciprocating a drum to rotate, thereby exposing a cavity to a material hopper. As the actuation force is released, the reciprocating drum rotates in an opposite direction to its original location and drops the material that has been metered.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01C 5/02 - Hand tools for making holes for sowing, planting or manuring
• A01C 7/02 - Hand sowing implements
• A01C 15/02 - Fertiliser distributors for hand use
• A01C 7/00 - Sowing

Abstract

Compositions comprising glycosyl hydrolase enzymes are provided, as are methods for their use to depolymerize hemicellulose, cellulose, lignin and pectin in biomass in order to produce products such as simple sugars. The enzymes, isolated from Aspergillus nidulans and Phanerochaete chrysosporium, were characterized, and synergistic mixtures of the enzymes were produced and used to generate simple sugars from biomass without the need to pretreat the biomass before digestion. The enzyme blends generally comprise two or more enzymes, which may be from the same fungus or from two different fungi, and are used for efficient and cost effective complete degradation of lignocelluloses. Applications of this technology include biofuel production.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 3/386 - Preparations containing enzymes
• C12N 15/55 - Hydrolases (3)
• C07K 14/37 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from fungi
• C07K 14/38 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from fungi from Aspergillus

Abstract

According to an embodiment there is provided a method of developing catalysts that are able to reduce the levels of tars in the syngas by reforming. One embodiment develops a co-catalyst, char supported nickel catalyst, for syngas conditioning. Biomass-derived char does not only serve as a support, but also plays a role in catalyzing the reactions. Biomass-derived char is a byproduct of biomass thermo-conversion process. In one variation, hydrazine was used to reduce supported Ni2+ into Ni0. Compared with the traditional method of reducing nickel with hydrogen flow, this reduction method increases nickel dispersion rate and reduces nickel particle size.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 37/02 - Impregnation, coating or precipitation

Abstract

Provided are shelf-stable probiotic compositions comprising endospores of Bacillus with desirable characteristics such as acid resistance, high temperature tolerance, and high levels of phytase, α-amylase, cellulolytic and/or protease enzyme activities. Methods for their use, e.g. in food for animal and human consumption, are also provided, as are food products which comprise the probiotics and methods of making the same.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 35/742 - Spore-forming bacteria, e.g. Bacillus coagulans, Bacillus subtilis, clostridium or Lactobacillus sporogenes

Abstract

Provided are methods and kits for extracting DNA from samples which contain humic acids, and which do so in a straightforward and cost-effective manner. In some aspects, two inhibitor removal steps (by precipitation of humic acids and size exclusion chromatography) and one DNA precipitation step are used to prepare purified DNA in high yields. The samples which contain humic acids include, for example, soil samples.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07H 21/00 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids
• C07H 21/04 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with deoxyribosyl as saccharide radical
• C12P 19/34 - Polynucleotides, e.g. nucleic acids, oligoribonucleotides
• C12N 5/00 - Undifferentiated human, animal or plant cells, e.g. cell linesTissuesCultivation or maintenance thereofCulture media therefor
• C12N 5/02 - Propagation of single cells or cells in suspensionMaintenance thereofCulture media therefor

Abstract

An embodiment of the present disclosure relates to an unmanned flying robotic object that contains a wheeled mechanism that encircles its spherical exoskeleton. This feature allows the flying spherical vehicle to readily transform into a ground maneuverable vehicle. A robotic motor with differential speed capability is used to operate each wheel to provide effective ground maneuverability. There are examples provided herein of wheel configurations suitable for use with an embodiment. One is the straight- (or parallel) wheel design, and another is tilted-wheel design as are illustrated and discussed hereinafter. One embodiment of an unmanned flying robotic object taught herein is foldable.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 57/00 - Vehicles characterised by having other propulsion or other ground-engaging means than wheels or endless track, alone or in addition to wheels or endless track
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use

Abstract

"Black" photoactive materials that comprise synthetic eumelanin polymers are provided, as are methods of making and using the polymers. The synthetic eumelanin polymers are made from the plant oil vanillin, and exhibit defined structural and chemical characteristics (e.g. homogeneity, solubility, etc.) that make them suitable for use in devices that require photoactive materials, such as solar cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 209/04 - IndolesHydrogenated indoles
• C07D 209/24 - Radicals substituted by carbon atoms having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most one bond to halogen, e.g. ester or nitrile radicals with an alkyl or cycloalkyl radical attached to the ring nitrogen atom

Abstract

According to an embodiment, natural polymers will be used to enhance the biodegradability of nanocomposites, increase potential use of sustainable polymer matrices, improve the interlaminar fracture toughness of graphite/epoxy composites and attain complete nanoparticle dispersion through covalent bonding of nanoparticles and natural polymers. The starch derivatives containing POSS (polyhedral silsesquioxane) were synthesized by reacting natural polymer with different POSS molecules in a solvent in presence of a catalyst. Interlaminar fracture toughness testing results from the epoxy based nanocomposites containing 3, 5, 7, and 10 wt% POSS modified natural polymer in the interlaminar area are presented. The biodegradability of the composites is expected to improve through the incorporation of the natural polymer derivatives.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 77/42 - Block- or graft-polymers containing polysiloxane sequences

Abstract

Methods and compositions for preventing and/or treating viral infections are provided. The methods involve administering an agent that stabilizes or enhances Axin1 activity, e.g. and agent that inhibits tankyrase. Administration of the agent stimulates or increases interferon activity, thereby preventing or lessening at least one symptom of virus infection. The virus infection may be caused by a respiratory virus such as influenza vims.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/4709 - Non-condensed quinolines containing further heterocyclic rings

Abstract

Firstly, a custom designed 3D printer with x- y-z gantry robot with an accuracy of 0.1μm was adapted with a custom designed printing head (51b). Secondly, a two component silicone elastomer suitable for RP was developed that incorporates the desired characteristics and properties similar to those commercially available for the provision of facial and body prostheses. The silicone elastomer is composed of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) chains, filler, catalyst and crosslinker. By varying the amount of these components the mechanical properties of the silicone elastomer can be altered, for example, tensile strength, tear strength, hardness and wettability. To achieve these desired properties consideration must also be given to the set time and viscosity of the silicone elastomer and additionally the speed at which the material is printed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 67/00 - Shaping techniques not covered by groups , or
• B29B 7/38 - MixingKneading continuous, with mechanical mixing or kneading devices with movable mixing or kneading devices rotary
• C08L 83/04 - Polysiloxanes
• B29C 47/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired form; Apparatus therefor (extrusion blow-moulding B29C 49/04)

Abstract

There is disclosed herein an embodiment of the invention that comprises a formulation of peanut butter, transglutaminase (TG), and other functional ingredients formulated and manufactured in such a way as to create a product that is capable of being formed into an individually-wrapped slice of a segment (square or other shape) with the appearance and sensory characteristics of traditional peanut butter. Specifically, the functional ingredients may include peanut butter, transglutaminase, mono- and diglycerides, and gum. Vegetable protein concentrate may also be added as well as water, sugar, vegetable fat, and peanut flour.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23L 1/38 - Peanut butter

Abstract

Providing a microbial catalyst in a reaction broth, providing an adsorptive solid into the reaction broth, providing a producer gas into the reaction broth, and obtaining a fermentation product from the reaction broth resulting from activity of the microbial catalyst in the presence of the adsorptive solid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 7/14 - Multiple stages of fermentationMultiple types of microorganisms or reuse for microorganisms

Abstract

According to an aspect of the instant invention there is provided a method of medicating or vaccinating cattle via an ear tag, ear ring or other hardware affixed to or buried within the ear of the animal.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61D 1/02 - Trocars or cannulas for teatsVaccination appliances
• A61D 7/00 - Devices or methods for introducing solid, liquid, or gaseous remedies or other materials into or onto the bodies of animals

Abstract

A transgenic wheat 2174 cultivar with increased resistance to diseases caused by foliar pathogens is provided, as are methods for making the transgenic cultivar. The methods involve genetically engineering (transforming) 2174 to overexpress cDNA encoding the resistance gene LR34 in a form that is correctly spliced.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/415 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from plants

Abstract

This disclosure relates to a system and method for preparing and offering to the marketplace a muscle cut from a carcass for use as a steak. In particular, the Subscapularis muscle may be utilized according to the instant invention as a high-end cut of meat. In an embodiment, a Subscapularis muscle will be processed into a steak via a prescribed series of cuts. The steak will, in some embodiments, be further processed by trimming fat and connective tissue as is taught herein.

IPC Classes  ?

• A22C 17/00 - Other devices for processing meat or bones
• A23L 13/00 - Meat productsMeat mealPreparation or treatment thereof

Abstract

A device and method for hand planting cereal grain seed, and other crops where singulation (single seeds planted per strike) is taught. The device and method are capable of serving as a small scale fertilizer and alternative product applicator. The inventive method includes the capability of applying fertilizer and/or other products that are collected and dispensed via a reciprocating drum device. The device preferably includes a tapered (or pointed) soil engagement component capable of striking or penetrating the soil surface. With each planter strike to the soil surface, the device is actuated to meter a granular material product and the reciprocating drum rotates to expose the cavity to a material hopper. As the actuation force is released, the reciprocating drum rotates in the opposite direction to its original location and drops the material that has been metered.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01C 7/02 - Hand sowing implements
• A01C 5/02 - Hand tools for making holes for sowing, planting or manuring

Abstract

Salmonella enteric serotype Typhimurium is a causative agent for gastroenteritis. It is the leading cause of hospitalization and death caused by a food-borne pathogen in the US. As is the case with many gram- negative pathogens, Salmonella spp. use type III secretion systems (T3SS) to deliver proteins to host cells to induce infections. The T3SS uses a molecular syringe and needle, the type III secretion apparatus (T3SA), as a conduit for the transport of the T3SS proteins from the bacteria to the host. Because proteins associated with the tip of the T3SA are extracellular, they are potential protective subunit vaccine candidates against Salmonella. These pathogens also have a T3SS that is involved with intracellular escape from the vacuole with an associated T3SA. Within this invention, we begin to show proof of concept that these proteins are protective.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/112 - SalmonellaShigella

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided herein a method of determining the air void distribution in a sample of fresh concrete. One embodiment of the invention determines a parameter related to air void distribution by applying a known pressure to a fresh concrete sample, measuring a first value representative of the volume under compression, releases at least a portion of the pressure, reapplies the same pressure to the sample, measures a second value representative of the volume under the second compression, and uses differential between the first and second values to estimate a parameter related to the air void distribution.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/38 - ConcreteLimeMortarGypsumBricksCeramicsGlass
• G01N 7/00 - Analysing materials by measuring the pressure or volume of a gas or vapour

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided herein a method of determining the air void distribution in a sample of fresh concrete. One embodiment of the invention determines a parameter related to air void distribution by applying a known pressure to a fresh concrete sample, measuring a first value representative of the volume under compression, releases at least a portion of the pressure, reapplies the same pressure to the sample, measures a second value representative of the volume under the second compression, and uses differential between the first and second values to estimate a parameter related to the air void distribution.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 7/00 - Analysing materials by measuring the pressure or volume of a gas or vapour
• G01N 33/38 - ConcreteLimeMortarGypsumBricksCeramicsGlass

Abstract

A device with a pouch having a pouch wall with an inner side and an outer side, the pouch wall defining an interior of the pouch. A plurality of electrodes embedded in the pouch wall with at least one electrode partially exposed within the interior of the pouch. The plurality of electrodes generate plasma within the interior of the pouch in response to application of an voltage to the plurality of electrodes.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 2/14 - Plasma, i.e. ionised gases
• H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma

Abstract

A device with a pouch having a pouch wall with an inner side and an outer side, the pouch wall defining an interior of the pouch. A plurality of electrodes embedded in the pouch wall with at least one electrode partially exposed within the interior of the pouch. The plurality of electrodes generate plasma within the interior of the pouch in response to application of an voltage to the plurality of electrodes.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 2/14 - Plasma, i.e. ionised gases
• A61L 2/03 - Electric current, e.g. electrolysis
• A61L 2/02 - Methods or apparatus for disinfecting or sterilising materials or objects other than foodstuffs or contact lensesAccessories therefor using physical phenomena

Abstract

A nanocomposite material comprises polyethylene terephthalate (PET) as a base polymer and a nanoparticle that increases the strength of the base polymer.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• C08K 9/08 - Ingredients agglomerated by treatment with a binding agent

Abstract

According to an embodiment, there is provided herein a method of determining the air void distribution in a sample of fresh concrete. One embodiment of the invention determines a parameter related to air void distribution by applying a known pressure to a fresh concrete sample, measuring a first value representative of the volume under compression, releases at least a portion of the pressure, reapplies the same pressure to the sample, measures a second value representative of the volume under the second compression, and uses differential between the first and second values to estimate a parameter related to the air void distribution.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 7/00 - Analysing materials by measuring the pressure or volume of a gas or vapour
• G01N 15/00 - Investigating characteristics of particlesInvestigating permeability, pore-volume or surface-area of porous materials
• G01N 33/38 - ConcreteLimeMortarGypsumBricksCeramicsGlass

Abstract

A set of vectorcardiogram leads attach to a patient and a signal conditioning circuit receives a plurality of analog signals from the plurality of vectorcardiogram leads. An analog to digital converter that transforms the conditioned analog signals into digital signals and a processor transforms the digital vectorcardiogram signals into electrocardiogram signals.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/0205 - Simultaneously evaluating both cardiovascular conditions and different types of body conditions, e.g. heart and respiratory condition
• A61B 5/0402 - Electrocardiography, i.e. ECG

Abstract

2,4-diaminopyrimidine compounds of generic Formula 1, where R and R' may be the same or different and are independently selected from: C1-C6 alkyl or alkenyl groups with 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 carbon atoms, which may be: branched or unbranched; saturated or unsaturated; and may or may not be substituted, are used to treat anthrax.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/506 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim not condensed and containing further heterocyclic rings
• A01N 43/58 - 1,2-DiazinesHydrogenated 1,2-diazines
• A61K 31/502 - PyridazinesHydrogenated pyridazines ortho- or peri-condensed with carbocyclic ring systems, e.g. cinnoline, phthalazine

Abstract

A mixture includes a pulped solid material, water, a viscosity modifier, and a dye. The solid material, water, viscosity modifier, and dye are mixed to form a slurry that will adhere in a layer onto a freshly finished concrete structure for purposed of aiding in curing the concrete.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 24/10 - Carbohydrates or derivatives thereof