Abstract

233 lower than 0.05 % by weight with respect to the total weight of the OPC binder, wherein the grain size is below 25 µm, - water, wherein the weight ratio between water and the OPC binder is between 0.2 to 0.6, - an addition in a proportion between 0.1% and 50% by weight with respect to the weight of the OPC binder and wherein the resulting DRCCC has a pore size below 6 µm as defined by mercury intrusion porosimetry, that can optionally comprise micropatterns, and to its use in the construction industry, such as building construction, in civil works such as reservoirs, bridges, dams and sewers, in solar cell technology or in urban architectural design.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 7/52 - Grinding
• C04B 28/04 - Portland cements
• C04B 111/80 - Optical properties, e.g. transparency

Abstract

A computer implemented method for training algorithms, including providing a data owner having datasets, an algorithm provider having algorithms to be trained and a blockchain network in whereby a training management provider is deployed; sending a training request to the training management provider, including a training manifest; sending the manifest to the data owner; sending by each data owner, an acceptance having a component ensuring the identity of the participating data owner; sending, by the training management provider and once minimal requirements have been met, the acceptance manifests to the algorithm provider; generating, by the algorithm provider, a compiled multi-party computation code; sending the algorithm to be trained and the compiled multi-party computation code to the data owners participating in training the algorithm; training; executing the multi-party computation code generating a multi-party peer-to-peer network; and generating a model based on the local models and the algorithm to be trained.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06N 20/00 - Machine learning
• H04L 9/00 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols

Abstract

It is provided a hydrophobic carbon molecular sieve membrane (CMSM) characterized by comprising pores with a pore size distribution in which at least 20 % of the pores have a pore size from 0.5 to 0.6 nm, measured by perm-porosimetry; and having a C/O ratio higher than 8 and a C/H ratio higher than 20; the membrane being obtainable by dip- coating a support with a dipping solution comprising a carbon precursor, a non-aqueous solvent, a curing agent, and a pore forming agent, wherein the pore forming agent is in an amount from 0.5 wt% to 8 wt% related to the weight of carbon precursor; followed by carbonization at a temperature higher than 700 ºC and lower than 1000 ºC; and wherein the carbon molecular sieve membrane has a higher hydrophobicity than a membrane prepared by the same process but without the addition of the pore forming agent. It is also provided a method for the preparation of the CMSM, and its use for the selective separation of propionic acid from a mixture with water and acetic acid and as a membrane reactor or part of a membrane reactor.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
• B01D 61/36 - PervaporationMembrane distillationLiquid permeation
• B01D 69/02 - Semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus characterised by their form, structure or propertiesManufacturing processes specially adapted therefor characterised by their properties

Abstract

It is provided a process for the extraction of a by-product metal from a mineral concentrate comprising a sulfide, selenide, or telluride mineral of the Cu-Ag-Au group, the process comprising the steps of: a) providing a mineral concentrate comprising a sulfide, selenide, or telluride mineral of the Cu-Ag-Au group comprising by-product metals; b) contacting the mineral concentrate with a leaching solvent system comprising i) a deep eutectic solvent (DES) consisting of a mixture of a hydrogen bond acceptor (HBA) of Cat+X-222, a strong inorganic acid, and a mixture thereof; in order to obtain a leachate containing the by-product metal in dissolution; c) separating the leachate from the undissolved mineral concentrate; and d) optionally, recovering the by-product metal from the leachate. It is also provided a leaching solvent.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22B 3/14 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes by leaching in inorganic alkaline solutions containing ammonia or ammonium salts
• C22B 3/16 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes by leaching in organic solutions
• C22B 7/00 - Working-up raw materials other than ores, e.g. scrap, to produce non-ferrous metals or compounds thereof
• C22B 11/00 - Obtaining noble metals
• C22B 30/00 - Obtaining antimony, arsenic or bismuth

Abstract

A multi-pad electrode for providing electrotactile stimulation to a user's hand includes activation pads configured to be individually electrically activated, wherein in use of the multi-pad electrode, the activation electrode pads are in contact with at least one of the palm, fingers, thumb and dorsum of the user; a return pad whose size is at least four times larger than that of each activation pad, wherein in use of the multi-pad electrode, the return pad is in contact with one of the palm, fingers, thumb and dorsum. A system for providing electrotactile stimulation to a user's hand includes a multi-pad electrode; and a device for eliciting tactile sensations in the user's hand, the device having: a pulse generator for generating electrical pulses for eliciting tactile sensations; and a switching unit for spatio-temporal routing a generated electrical stimulation pulse to a corresponding activation pad of the multi-pad electrode.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer
• G06F 3/041 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means

Abstract

A method and apparatus to generate wave motion near an object, and wave forces on the object, without generating a real wave. In particular, for the physical modelling of marine structures within long waves. Within a volume that is small relative to the wavelength, wave motion is approximately uniform. This uniform motion is reproduced by moving a container like the water particles in a real wave. In many cases, this method can replace the existing approach of exciting a wave in a fixed container. In such cases, significant savings may be expected relative to current wave testing facilities. More generally, the method of physically simulating only a small, near-uniform subset of a field, when that is the part of the field of interest, can be applied to other problems.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01M 10/00 - Hydrodynamic testingArrangements in or on ship-testing tanks or water tunnels

Abstract

The invention relates to new multicomponent aluminium alloys, with certain proportions of zinc, copper, magnesium and silicon; these alloys have fine microstructures, which allow their processability by means of different manufacturing techniques, including technologies where the rapid solidification of the process presents hot cracking problems and processes where porosity is generated. The invention also relates to the use of the alloys for the manufacture of articles by means of near net shape manufacturing techniques, and to articles comprising said alloys.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/02 - Alloys based on aluminium with silicon as the next major constituent
• C22C 21/10 - Alloys based on aluminium with zinc as the next major constituent

Goods & Services

Downloadable computer programs and downloadable computer software for the artificial production of human speech and text; Downloadable computer programs and downloadable computer software for processing, generating, understanding and analysing natural language; downloadable computer programs and downloadable computer software for machine-learning based language and speech processing software; downloadable computer chatbot software for simulating conversations; Downloadable computer programs and downloadable computer software for creating and generating text. provision of the following goods: Online non-downloadable software for the artificial production of human speech and text; provision of the following goods: Online non-downloadable software for processing, generating, understanding and analysing natural language; provision of the following goods: Online non-downloadable software for processing language and speech based on machine learning; provision of the following goods: Online non-downloadable chatbot software for simulating conversations; provision of the following goods: Online non-downloadable computer programs for creating and generating text; Research and development services in the field of artificial intelligence; Computer software research and Computer software research, Design and development of computer programs and software.

Abstract

NN ≥ 1; providing an undirected graph; estimating robot cost for travelling along each edge in the undirected graph thereby; connecting all pairs of unconnected vertices in the weighted undirected graph with an edge and assign a robot cost for each such edge; and computing a path for surface inspection or processing of the target by processing the resulting weighted undirected complete graph so that: all vertices are visited only once, and the robot cost for visiting all vertices is minimized.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
• G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions

Abstract

ocMPPMPPnTHMPPocsococ; and a product of the first ratio and the second ratio.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01R 27/00 - Arrangements for measuring resistance, reactance, impedance, or electric characteristics derived therefrom
• H02S 50/10 - Testing of PV devices, e.g. of PV modules or single PV cells

Abstract

A computer-implemented method for training a classifier for failure diagnosis of a drivetrain of a wind turbine, comprising: training a physics-based model (100) of a drivetrain of a wind turbine with operation data (151, 152) of the drivetrain in normality conditions, thus providing a normality hybrid model (200) of the drivetrain of the wind turbine; modelling at least one anomaly situation in the normality hybrid model (200) and training it with operation data (151, 152') of the drivetrain in failure conditions, thus providing a fault hybrid model (500) of the drivetrain of the wind turbine; applying a set of input data of the drivetrain in normality conditions (151) to the normality hybrid model (200), thus obtaining a set of synthetic data in normality conditions (280) for a certain parameter of the drivetrain; applying a set of failure data (150'') and a set of synthetic input data (710) associated to the at least one anomaly situation of the drivetrain to the fault hybrid model (500), thus generating a set of synthetic failure data (750) for the at least one anomaly situation; from a set of output data of the drivetrain (152, 152'), the obtained set of synthetic data in normality conditions (280) and the set of synthetic failure data (750) for the at least one anomaly situation, obtaining a set of condition indicators (8105) for the at least one anomaly situation; training a classifier (900) with 20 the set of condition indicators (8105) for the at least one anomaly situation. A computer- implemented method for optimizing the operation of a drivetrain of a wind turbine, comprising using the classifier (900) as previously trained.

IPC Classes  ?

• F03D 17/00 - Monitoring or testing of wind motors, e.g. diagnostics
• F03D 80/50 - Maintenance or repair
• F03D 7/04 - Automatic controlRegulation

Goods & Services

Testing and quality control devices; Computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; Artificial intelligence software for analysis; Artificial intelligence software; Artificial intelligence and machine learning software; Software for the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the field of Big Data; Optimisation software; Sensors; Sensors, detectors and monitoring instruments; Sensors for use with machine tools. Sorting of waste and recyclable material; Recycling and waste treatment; Reclamation of material from waste; Treatment of waste; Treatment [reclamation] of industrial waste; Treatment and processing of ores and ore concentrates. Research relating to waste analysis; Research relating to mineral resources; Quality control; Quality assurance consultancy; Quality control of raw materials; Process monitoring for quality assurance; Conducting of quality control tests; Conducting feasibility studies relative to mineral exploitation; Assaying minerals or oils; Classification of minerals; Material testing; Analysis of materials; Laboratory testing of materials; Development and testing of computing methods, algorithms and software; Maintenance of computer software; Computer software design; Software development in the framework of software publishing; Updating of computer software; Computer software consultancy; Testing of filters; Analysis of geological samples; Scientific research and analysis; Design and development of testing and analysis methods; Computer services for the analysis of data; Technology consultation in the field of artificial intelligence; Industrial process research; Development of industrial processes; Environmental monitoring of waste treatment areas; Testing, authentication and quality control; Electronic data storage; Chemical services relating to ores.

Abstract

Austenitic Stainless Steel alloy compositions are provided with reduced Ni content. These alloys, combined with a process that includes a martensite thermomechanical treatment with a thickness reduction preferably higher than 65%, provides a new generation of Advanced High Strength Steels with combination of tensile strength and total elongation in the range of 1000 MPa/35-55% to 1350 MPa/25-45% and good formability and weldability properties, which are useful in the manufacture of many products, particularly in the car industry.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 38/58 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with more than 1.5% by weight of manganese
• C22C 38/42 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with copper
• C22C 38/44 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with molybdenum or tungsten
• C22C 38/50 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with titanium or zirconium
• C22C 38/00 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys
• C22C 38/02 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing silicon
• C21D 8/02 - Modifying the physical properties by deformation combined with, or followed by, heat treatment during manufacturing of plates or strips

Goods & Services

Management advice; Business consulting; Business management and enterprise organization consultancy; Business management and organization consultancy; Business process management and consulting; Business consultancy and advisory services; Business management consulting services in the field of information technology; Marketing; Marketing forecasting; Personnel management consultancy; Business strategy services; Consultancy services regarding business strategies; Business marketing consultancy; Marketing consulting. Financial consultancy; Consultancy services relating to corporate finance; Financial management of companies; Financial evaluation; Financial advice. Computer software consultancy; Computer software design; Updating of computer software; Rental of computer software; Maintenance of computer software; Installation of computer software; Software as a service [SaaS]; Technological consultancy; Engineering consultancy services; Consultancy in the field of computers; Technical research; Technological research; Computer technology consultancy.

Abstract

The present invention refers to an underwater cable robot preferably adapted as cleaning platform, capable of selectively and efficiently removing small and large debris from the seabed and the water column below, with minimal impact on the marine ecosystem. The cleaning platform comprises a floating barge or boat having an opening providing access to a water column below the floating barge, and a submergible frame fitted with a tool adapted for collecting debris underwater. At least three motor driven winches are attached to the floating barge or boat, and a system of cables extending through the opening of the floating barge or boat, connect the winches with the frame. A control unit controls the operation of the winches in a coordinated manner, such that by winding and unwinding the cables, the frame can be moved within a three-dimensional workspace below the floating barge or boat for collecting debris from the seabed and from the water column.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63C 7/02 - Salvaging of disabled, stranded, or sunken vesselsSalvaging of vessel parts or furnishings, e.g. of safesSalvaging of other underwater objects in which the lifting is done by hauling
• B63C 7/04 - Salvaging of disabled, stranded, or sunken vesselsSalvaging of vessel parts or furnishings, e.g. of safesSalvaging of other underwater objects in which the lifting is done by hauling using pontoons or the like
• B66C 23/52 - Floating cranes

Goods & Services

Consultancy concerning financing of energy projects; Financial consultancy in the energy sector; Financial valuation relating to heating costs; Financial evaluation. Consultancy services relating to the distribution of electricity; Providing information relating to the distribution of electricity. Energy auditing; Providing technical advice relating to energy-saving measures; Consultancy relating to technological services in the field of power and energy supply; Technological consultancy in the fields of energy production and use; Engineering services relating to energy supply systems; Engineering services in the field of energy technology; Technological analysis relating to energy and power needs of others; Development of energy and power management systems; Technical design and planning of heating installations; Technical design services relating to cooling appliances and installations; Diagnosis of faults in computer software; Town planning advisory services; Technical project planning; Urban planning; Technical design and planning of power stations; Town planning consultancy services; Technological planning services; Conducting technical project studies; Conducting research and technical project studies relating to the use of natural energy; Technical project planning in the field of engineering; Consultancy in the field of energy-saving; Research in the field of energy; Technological consulting services in the field of alternative energy generation; Scientific research in the field of energy; Advisory services relating to the use of energy; Advisory services relating to energy efficiency; Geological surveys.

Abstract

A deep eutectic solvent includes at least one carboxylic acid with at least two carboxylic acid functional groups and a number of carbon atoms in the range of 4 to 10; at least one alcohol which includes at least two alcohol functional groups, and which is selected from the group of alcohols having a number of carbon atoms in the range of 2 to 12, polyethylene glycol and polypropyleneglycol; and water in an amount of 10 to 50 wt. % of the total weight of the deep eutectic solvent. It is also related to the use of these deep eutectic solvents, as solvents for solubilising lignin from a lignin material or for preparing a lignin prepolymer, and a process for preparing a lignin prepolymer which involves the use of the deep eutectic solvents, as well as to the lignin prepolymer as such and uses for producing films, etc.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 5/092 - Polycarboxylic acids
• C08K 5/053 - Polyhydroxylic alcohols
• C08H 7/00 - LigninModified ligninHigh-molecular-weight products derived therefrom
• C08L 97/00 - Compositions of lignin-containing materials

Abstract

It relates to a process for the recovery of a platinum group metal (PGM) material comprising platinum from a waste material which comprises a spent solid residue containing platinum and optionally palladium, which comprises the steps of: a) subjecting the material to a leaching step in the presence of a suitable leaching agent, an oxidizing agent, and an acidic medium; b) when the weight ratio of palladium and platinum in the leachate obtained in the previous step is lower than about 1.1:1, adding palladium to the leachate until such ratio is equal to or higher than about 1.1:1; and c) subjecting the leachate comprising platinum and palladium to a reducing step to precipitate a platinum group metal (PGM) material comprising platinum in metallic form from the leachate. It also relates to the use of palladium for the recovery of platinum from a leachate comprises platinum and palladium in a weight ratio equal to or higher than about 1.1:1.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22B 3/10 - Hydrochloric acid
• C22B 3/44 - Treatment or purification of solutions, e.g. obtained by leaching by chemical processes
• C22B 7/00 - Working-up raw materials other than ores, e.g. scrap, to produce non-ferrous metals or compounds thereof
• C22B 11/00 - Obtaining noble metals
• C22B 3/16 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes by leaching in organic solutions
• C22B 3/14 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes by leaching in inorganic alkaline solutions containing ammonia or ammonium salts

Abstract

An omnidirectionally orientable vehicle comprising a main body, arms extending radially therefrom and orientable propulsion modules. Each propulsion module is coupled to an arm and comprises at least three propulsion units rigidly attached to the propulsion module. Each propulsion module is coupled to the arm by interposition of a rotary junction formed by a first revolute joint coupled to the arm and a second revolute joint attached to the propulsion module and perpendicularly coupled to the first revolute joint. The first revolute joint allows the propulsion module to rotate around the arm and the second revolute joint allows the propulsion module to rotate around an axis perpendicular to the arm providing the propulsion module with two DOF relative to the main body. The vehicle comprises rotary encoders located in proximity to the revolute joints and configured to monitor the orientation of the propulsion modules relative to the main body.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 27/08 - Helicopters with two or more rotors
• B64C 27/20 - Rotorcraft characterised by having shrouded rotors, e.g. flying platforms
• B64C 39/00 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• B64C 27/52 - Tilting of rotor bodily relative to fuselage
• B64C 29/00 - Aircraft capable of landing or taking-off vertically, e.g. vertical take-off and landing [VTOL] aircraft
• B64U 10/00 - Type of UAV

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for recovering one or more metal ions selected from the group consisting of Cobalt, Nickel, Manganese and a mixture thereof from metal-containing residues comprising: A) leaching the residue with a leaching solution comprising lactic acid to obtain a filtrate 1 and a solid cake 1; B) separating the filtrate 1; C) precipitating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the filtrate 1 to obtain a filtrate 2 and a precipitate 1; and D) separating the precipitate 1; or alternatively, A) leaching the residue with the leaching solution to obtain a filtrate 1 and a solid cake 1; E) precipitating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the filtrate 1 to obtain a filtrate 3 and a solid cake 2; and F) separating the solid cake 2; and G) separating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the solid cake 2.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22B 3/00 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes
• C22B 47/00 - Obtaining manganese
• C22B 7/00 - Working-up raw materials other than ores, e.g. scrap, to produce non-ferrous metals or compounds thereof

Abstract

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IPC Classes  ?

• C25C 1/20 - Electrolytic production, recovery or refining of metals by electrolysis of solutions of noble metals
• C22B 7/00 - Working-up raw materials other than ores, e.g. scrap, to produce non-ferrous metals or compounds thereof

Abstract

222 production from biomass, for solvent dehydration, for obtaining oxygen-enriched air, or for dehydrogenation of methylcyclohexane, and as a catalytic membrane reactor or part of a catalytic membrane reactor.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 53/22 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by diffusion
• B01D 69/14 - Dynamic membranes
• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material

Abstract

The present invention is directed to a laminated composite structure, the composite structure comprising a stack of at least one layer of a woven fabric and at least one first electrospun veil having a printed functionality on the surface of said veil; wherein the at least one first electrospun veil has a nominal weight between 2 and 10 g/m2. Additionally, the present invention is directed to a method for manufacturing the laminated composite structure of the invention, a laminated composite structure obtainable by the method of the invention, and to the use of the laminated composite structure of the invention in transport, energy and textile sectors.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
• B32B 3/08 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions characterised by added members at particular parts
• B32B 7/02 - Physical, chemical or physicochemical properties
• B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class

Abstract

Machine tool with improved thermal stability comprising: - a workpiece support (100) for supporting at least one workpiece for allowing machining of the workpiece - a support structure (1) comprising a tool carrier support (2), wherein the tool carrier support (2) supports a tool carrier (21) configured for carrying and driving a tool for machining a workpiece supported by the workpiece support (100) through a relative movement between the workpiece and the tool, the machine being characterized by comprising a conduit (3) configured to allow the flow of air in a closed circuit, the conduit (3) comprising a surface part and an underground part, the surface part being an inner cavity (31) of the support structure (1) and the underground part comprising a piping (32) configured to be buried in the soil (4) beneath the support structure (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• B23Q 11/14 - Methods or arrangements for maintaining a constant temperature in parts of machine tools

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of a supported Carbon Membranes (CMs). The present invention also relates to a process for the separation of a gas from a gas mixture and to the use of use of a supported CMs as a membrane reactor or in a membrane reactor.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 53/22 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by diffusion
• B01D 69/10 - Supported membranesMembrane supports
• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material

Abstract

The present invention relates to a non-isocyanate polyurethane (NIPU) obtained from a diamine and an isosorbide bis(alkylcarbonate). The present invention also relates to an adhesive binder obtained from reacting said NIPU described herein with an acrylic monomer. The invention also relates to a method of preparation the NIPU and to a method for the preparation of the adhesive binder. Adhesive binders according to the invention may be used in wide range of adhesive formulations depending of the application of choice.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 71/02 - Polyureas
• C09J 175/02 - Polyureas
• C08G 71/04 - Polyurethanes
• C09J 175/04 - Polyurethanes

Abstract

A computer implemented method for training algorithms, comprising the steps of: providing at least one data owner (102-207) having datasets, at least one algorithm provider (101) having algorithms to be trained and a blockchain network (150) in which a training management provider (160) is deployed; sending, by an algorithm provider (101), a training request (201) to the training management provider (160), including a training manifest that determines execution features of the training of the algorithm to be trained and minimum requirements to be met by the training; sending the training manifest to the at least one data owner (102-207); sending by each data owner (102, 104, 105, 107) willing to participating in training the algorithm, an acceptance including an acceptance manifest comprising means ensuring the identity of the participating data owner; sending (204), by the training management provider (160) and once the minimal requirements have been met, the acceptance manifests to the algorithm provider (101); generating, by the algorithm provider (101), a compiled multi-party computation code (208) based on the received acceptance manifests; sending (300) the algorithm to be trained and the compiled multi-party computation code (208) to the one or more data owners participating in training the algorithm; training, by each participating data owner the received algorithm with its corresponding datasets creating a local model; executing the compiled multi-party computation code generating a multi-party peer-to-peer network (200); and generating by means of the multi-party peer-to-peer network (200), a model (711) based on the local models and the algorithm to be trained. A computer implemented method for providing a service based on the optimized model obtained in the method previously mentioned.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06N 3/08 - Learning methods
• G06N 20/10 - Machine learning using kernel methods, e.g. support vector machines [SVM]
• G06N 20/20 - Ensemble learning
• G06N 3/09 - Supervised learning
• G06N 3/098 - Distributed learning, e.g. federated learning
• H04L 67/00 - Network arrangements or protocols for supporting network services or applications
• G06N 5/01 - Dynamic search techniquesHeuristicsDynamic treesBranch-and-bound

Goods & Services

Engineering services; scientific and technological services, as well as associated research and design services; industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; quality control and authentication services; hardware and software design and development; innovation and technology project development, development of new products and processing or improvement of existing ones; services for technical testing, certifications and approvals, expert reports and studies; providing technological information on eco-friendly and ecological innovations; Scientific technological developments of an interdisciplinary nature in the context of aging and disability, focused on obtaining goods and/or services which allow personal autonomy, independence, health and quality of life of elderly and disabled people to be maximized; research and design services relating to the manufacture of custom replicas of bone tissue, via the technique of stereolithography and other media; research and design services with respect to thermal energy; research and design in the field of video games; scientific and technological services in the field of floating wind platforms; research and design services in the field of floating wind platforms; industrial analysis and research services in the field of floating wind platforms; design and development of computers and computer programs (software) for floating wind platforms; computer programming; development, installation, updating and maintenance of software; consultancy and research services related to software for computers; technical assistance services for software; computer software rental service; analysis and appraisal services for industrial process plant operations; design and implementation of operational performance solutions and assets in industrial process plants; research relating to analysis of waste; design, development, research, creation and validation of products and processes for organic waste recovery; consultancy with respect to quality and technical control in the field of packing, preserving and conserving agricultural and food products; pharmaceutical product research and development services; research laboratories; laboratory research in the field of pharmaceutical products; conducting preliminary evaluations concerning new pharmaceutical products; clinical studies for pharmaceutical products; clinical trials; nutritional assays; bioanalysis; scientific and medical information regarding pharmaceutical products and clinical trials; provision of information regarding results of clinical trials relating to pharmaceutical products; research in the field of pharmacogenetics; consultancy concerning research in the field of pharmacogenetics; laboratory services for analytical tests; analytical development and validation of analytical techniques; research and development of other products against blood-sucking arthropods (repellants); pharmacokinetics studies; preparation of pharmaceutical products and placebos for clinical trials; engineering and design of foundries; scientific and technical consulting and assistance with respect to the production of steel, wrought and semi-wrought common metals and their alloys, metal castings; research and development services aimed at the foundry industry; research, development and technology services relating to metals, castings, irons, metal alloys, resins and molds; metallurgical, laboratory, research, analysis, inspection and quality control and engineering advisory services; research and development services for furniture; laboratory research services; services for technical studies, projects and reports; services for studies, technical projects, research, evaluations, estimates and appraisals, especially in relation to electronics for welding machines; experimental research and development services; technical testing and analysis services; research and development in the areas of product design, product design development and process development, technical advisory services; computer services; research and development services for third parties; computer engineering services; scientific laboratory services, services for physical-chemical and microbiological analysis of all kinds of water, soil, sludge, leachate, waste and air, environmental control and biosecurity; quality control certification services; environmental inspection testing services; environmental consultancy and advisory services; chemical and environmental risk assessment services; diagnostic study via emission measurements; data collection service regarding air quality; diagnostic study via immission measurements; consultancy for the implementation of correction measures to minimize the odor emission; analysis of the chemical composition of emissions; analysis and establishment of standards for odor emissions and atmospheric pollutants in relation to different processes; measurement of hedonic tone and odor intensity; measurement and control of odors by olfatometry; professional consultancy relating to fluid dynamics; monitoring of fluid condition; ventilation and energy efficiency studies via computational fluid dynamics; measurement of soil samples; noise measurement services; environmental impact and ventilation system assessment services.

Goods & Services

downloadable virtual goods, namely, Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; Downloadable computer software for interactive games for use via a global computer network and via wireless networks and electronic devices; Downloadable software for social networking and interacting with online communities; Downloadable software for access to and streaming multimedia entertainment content; Downloadable software for providing access to an online virtual environment; Downloadable computer software for creating, producing and modifying animated and non-animated digital designs, scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, monitoring (inspection), life-saving (rescue) and teaching apparatus and instruments; Electronic publications (downloadable) and Characters, Avatars, Digital overlays, The aforesaid goods for access to and use in online environments, online virtual environments and augmented reality virtual environments; Virtual reality software; Augmented reality software; Virtual reality hardware; Augmented reality computer hardware; Augmented reality game software; Virtual Reality [VR] motion simulators; Virtual and augmented reality software; Augmented reality software for education; Software for metaverse environments; Virtual reality game software; Operating software for metaverse environments; Computer software platforms for social networking; Apparatus and instruments for accumulating electricity; Apparatus and instruments for regulating electricity; Apparatus and instruments for conducting the distribution of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for regulating the distribution of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for switching the distribution of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for accumulating and storing electricity; Apparatus and instruments for controlling electricity; Apparatus and instruments for switching electricity; Apparatus and instruments for transforming electricity; Apparatus and instruments for regulating the use of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for controlling the use of electricity; Apparatus, instruments and cables for electricity; Apparatus and instruments for transforming the distribution of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for controlling the distribution of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for switching the use of electricity; Portable sound recording apparatus; Sound reproduction apparatus; Sound and picture recording apparatus; Apparatus for broadcasting sound, data or images; Electrical distributors; Circuit distributors; Power distributors [electrical]; Coin change dispensers; Dosage dispensers, not for medical use [measuring apparatus]; Coin-operated mechanisms; Coin-operated mechanisms; Coin-operated mechanisms for television sets; Computer programs used for electronic cash register systems; Data processing terminals; Data processing equipment; Computers; Electronic publications, downloadable. Conducting interactive virtual auctions; Provision of on-line business and commercial information; Provision of business and commercial contact information via the Internet; Management and compilation of computerised databases; Compilation of computer databases; Compilation and systemization of information into computer databases; Compilation and systemization of information used in electronic transmissions; Consultancy relating to data processing; Organisational consultancy regarding customer loyalty programmes; Consumer response analysis; Advice on the analysis of consumer buying habits and needs provided with the help of sensory, quality and quantity-related data; Consultancy relating to business analysis; data processing services in the field of viewing statistics and preferences from viewers of audio and visual content; consultancy relating to data processing in the field of viewing statistics and preferences from viewers of audio and visual content; Dissemination of advertising for others via an on-line communications network on the internet; Promoting the goods and services of others via computer and communication networks; Promoting the goods and services of others over the Internet; organization and operation of events, Organizing exhibitions, holding of exhibitions, Arranging and conducting expositions and organization and performance of conferences in relation to the following fields: Interactive entertainment, virtual reality, consumer electronics and Video game entertainment, for commercial or advertising purposes; Conducting virtual trade show exhibitions online; Provision of an online marketplace for buyers and sellers of virtual goods and services; Data processing, systematisation and management; Retail services connected with and relating to the following goods: Virtual goods, Namely concrete, Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic,optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments, Apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images, magnetic data carriers, Gramophone records, Automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus, Cash registers, Calculating machines and Data processing apparatus, Fire extinguishers, Command and control panels, all the aforesaid goods are for use online; Organization of exhibitions for commercial or advertising purposes; Arranging of displays for commercial purposes; Arranging of displays for commercial purposes; Arranging and conducting trade show exhibitions; Arranging and conducting of commercial exhibitions; Arranging of exhibitions for advertising purposes; Arranging of exhibitions for business purposes; Arranging of exhibitions for business purposes; Organisation of exhibitions and trade fairs for business and promotional purposes; Organisation of exhibitions and trade fairs for business and promotional purposes; Organisation of exhibitions and events for commercial or advertising purposes; Arranging and conducting of fairs and exhibitions for business purposes; Arranging and conducting of fairs and exhibitions for advertising purposes; Organisation of exhibitions and trade fairs for business and promotional purposes. entertainment services, namely, provision of the following goods: Non-downloadable goods for use in online virtual environments, namely Scientific apparatusand instruments, Nautical apparatus and instruments, Surveying apparatus and instruments, Photographic apparatus and instruments, Cinematographic apparatus and instruments, Optical apparatus and instruments, Weighing apparatus and instruments, Measuring apparatus and measuring instruments, Apparatus and instruments for signalling, (warning lights), Checking (supervision) and control apparatus and instruments, Life saving apparatus and instruments and Teaching apparatus and instruments, Apparatus for recording, transmission or reproductions of sounds or images, Magnetic recording products, audio disks, Vending machines and mechanisms tor coin-operated apparatus, Cash registers, Calculating machines and Equipment for processing information, fire extinguishing, Command and control panels, All the aforesaid non-downloadable virtual goods for use in virtual environments; Virtual reality arcade services; Online interactive entertainment; Entertainment services, namely, providing augmented reality games, interactive entertainment and augmented reality content and experiences; Interactive entertainment services; Entertainment services, specifically providing online virtual reality environments; Providing online electronic publications, not downloadable; Providing publications from a global computer network or the internet which may be browsed; Video game services; Art exhibitions using virtual reality; Virtual reality game services provided on-line from a computer network; Arranging of seminars relating to cultural activities; Arranging of conferences relating to cultural activities; Organisation of congresses and conferences for cultural and educational purposes; Organisation and holding of fairs for cultural or educational purposes; Arrangement of conferences for educational purposes; Organising of educational lectures; Organisation of educational events; Arranging for students to participate in educational activities; Arranging for students to participate in educational courses; Arranging and conducting of lectures for educational purposes; Publication of educational texts; Editing of written texts; Publishing, reporting, and writing of texts; Editing of written texts, other than publicity texts. Development of virtual reality software; Providing non-downloadable online computer software for creating, producing and modifying animated and non-animated digital designs and characters, avatars and digital overlays for access to and use in online environments, online virtual environments and extended reality virtual environments; Creation, development and maintenance of a web platform for electronic commerce; Hosting of e-commerce platforms on the Internet; Design, development, installation, maintenance and updating of computer software; Design, development, installation, maintenance and updating of downloadable computer applications; Providing temporary use of non downloadable computer software; Application service provider services; Electronic data storage; Software as a service [SaaS]; Platform as a service [PaaS]; Design of virtual reality software; Design and development of virtual reality software; Providing virtual computer systems through cloud computing; Providing virtual computer environments through cloud computing; Design and development of virtual private network (VPN) operating software; Design and development of computer game software and virtual reality software; Design and development of computer game software; Providing temporary use of non-downloadable software applications accessible via a web site; Computer programming; Design of online non-downloadable virtual goods for use in virtual environments; Design of online social networking software; Scientific services; Scientific technological services; Science and technology services; Scientific testing services; Scientific laboratory services; Computer aided scientific analysis services; Advisory services relating to scientific instruments; Advisory services relating to scientific instruments; Scientific services and research relating thereto; Scientific services and design relating thereto; Scientific services relating to the isolation and cultivation of human tissues and cells; Cell culture services for scientific and research purposes, for others; Provision of scientific information, advice and consultancy in relation to carbon offsetting; Technological services; Technological consultancy; Technological analysis services; Technological services relating to computers; Technological services relating to design; Technological services relating to rheology; Technological services relating to rheometrics; Technological services relating to design; Technological services relating to manufacture; Safety technology services relating to land vehicles; Technological services and design relating thereto; Technological services and research relating thereto; Consultancy relating to technological services in the field of power and energy supply; Industrial analysis and research services.

Abstract

The present invention provides metallic nanocluster (NC)—antibody (Ab) conjugate, wherein the NC has an average size lower than 3 nm and the conjugate: (a) comprises one single NC, (b) the antibody maintains the binding ability; and (c) has a catalytic activity selected from peroxidase-like and photocatalytic activity. The present invention provides metallic nanocluster (NC)—antibody (Ab) conjugate, wherein the NC has an average size lower than 3 nm and the conjugate: (a) comprises one single NC, (b) the antibody maintains the binding ability; and (c) has a catalytic activity selected from peroxidase-like and photocatalytic activity. The invention also provides a process for the preparation of the conjugate as well as compositions, kits and uses in therapy and diagnostics. The present invention provides metallic nanocluster (NC)—antibody (Ab) conjugate, wherein the NC has an average size lower than 3 nm and the conjugate: (a) comprises one single NC, (b) the antibody maintains the binding ability; and (c) has a catalytic activity selected from peroxidase-like and photocatalytic activity. The invention also provides a process for the preparation of the conjugate as well as compositions, kits and uses in therapy and diagnostics. Advantageously, the conjugate of the invention shows improved catalytic activity, providing a remarkable improved immunoassay's sensitivity.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/543 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor with an insoluble carrier for immobilising immunochemicals
• G01N 33/553 - Metal or metal coated

Abstract

A method for mating a first surface of a first structure to a second surface of a second structure, the method comprising: providing a device at least comprising: a first body adapted for insertion at least in a through hole of the first surface; and a second body adapted for insertion at least in a through hole of the second surface, the first body being further adapted for being mechanically coupled with a second body, and the second body being mechanically coupled with the first body; inserting at least a first portion of the first body in the through hole of the first surface; inserting the second body in the through hole of the second surface when the first and second surfaces are spaced apart by a distance; providing an apparatus for winding the second body; arranging the second body on the apparatus; and pulling one of the first and second structures towards the other one of the first and second structures by winding the second body with the apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

• F03D 13/10 - Assembly of wind motorsArrangements for erecting wind motors
• F03D 1/06 - Rotors
• F03D 13/20 - Arrangements for mounting or supporting wind motorsMasts or towers for wind motors

Abstract

A multi-pad electrode (10, 20) for providing electrotactile stimulation to a hand of user, comprising: a plurality of activation pads (11) configured to be individually electrically activated, wherein in use of the multi-pad electrode (10, 20), the plurality of activation electrode pads (11) is in contact with at least one of the palm, fingers, thumb and dorsum of the user's hand; a return pad (15) whose size is at least four times larger than the size of each activation pad (11), ), wherein in use of the multi-pad electrode (10, 20), the return pad (15) is in contact with one of the palm, fingers, thumb and dorsum of the user's hand. A system (100) for providing electrotactile stimulation to a hand of a user, comprising: a multi-pad electrode (10, 20); and a device (60) for eliciting tactile sensations in the hand of the user, the device (60) comprising: a pulse generator (62) for generating a plurality of electrical pulses for eliciting tactile sensations; and a switching unit (67) for spatio-temporal routing a generated electrical stimulation pulse to a corresponding activation pad (11) of the multi-pad electrode (10, 20).

IPC Classes  ?

• A61N 1/04 - Electrodes
• A61N 1/36 - Applying electric currents by contact electrodes alternating or intermittent currents for stimulation, e.g. heart pace-makers
• A63F 13/285 - Generating tactile feedback signals via the game input device, e.g. force feedback
• G06F 3/01 - Input arrangements or combined input and output arrangements for interaction between user and computer

Abstract

It is provided a water-saturated carbon molecular sieve membrane obtainable by a) providing a hydrophilic carbon molecular sieve membrane (CMSM) comprising pores of a pore size from 0.25 nm to 0.55 nm for molecular sieving, pores of a pore size from 0.55 nm to 0.90 nm for adsorption diffusion and a negligible amount of pores larger than 0.90 nm such that a plot of N2 permeance versus pressure of permeation at room temperature and at a pressure from 1 to 4 bar has zero or negative slope; and b) humidifying the membrane until obtaining a water-saturated carbon molecular sieve membrane. It is also provided a process for the separation of a gas from a gas mixture with such a water-saturated membrane, and its use for solvent dehydration, and as a membrane reactor.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 69/12 - Composite membranesUltra-thin membranes
• B01D 69/02 - Semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus characterised by their form, structure or propertiesManufacturing processes specially adapted therefor characterised by their properties
• B01D 53/22 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by diffusion
• B01D 17/02 - Separation of non-miscible liquids
• C02F 1/44 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by dialysis, osmosis or reverse osmosis

Abstract

A device (1) for automatically retightening bolted joints comprising: an inner body (2) having a clamping means configured for coupling a bolt (200); an outer body (3) configured for housing the inner body (2) rotatably, and where the outer body (3) is configured for being coupled to a nut (100); a torsion spring (4) connected between the inner body (2) and the outer body (3); and a locking means (5) selectively blocking the rotation between inner body (2) and outer body (3) such that, when a proximal surface (101) of the nut (100) or a proximal end of the bolt (200) moves proximally, the locking means (5) releases the rotation between the inner body (2) and the outer body (3), whereby the torsion spring (4) causes the outer body (3) to retighten the nut (100). A method for installing a device for automatically retightening bolted joints is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 29/02 - Bolt tensioners
• F16B 31/04 - Screwed connections specially modified in view of tensile loadBreak-bolts for maintaining constant tensile load

Abstract

A microfluidic device comprising: a substrate and a light source. The substrate comprises one or more inlet channels, a mixing channel, a first chamber, a capture antibody immobilized on the substrate in the first chamber; a second chamber wherein the second chamber comprises two or more electrodes, and an outlet channel. The light source irradiates the two or more electrodes of the second chamber. A method to detect the presence of an antigen of a fluid sample using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay is provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/543 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor with an insoluble carrier for immobilising immunochemicals
• G01N 33/58 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving labelled substances

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for estimating corrosion of a portion of a structure, the portion submerged in water and made of a first material which is electrically conductive and corrodible in water, the method comprising: - providing a first probe (1) and a second probe (2) in water, each probe having a layer thickness of the first material such that an electrical resistance of the probe (1, 2) increases due to corrosion of the first material; wherein the layer thickness of the first probe (1) is lower than the layer thickness of the second probe (2); - providing an electric current through the first probe (1) and/or the second probe and taking an electrical measurement which allows estimating an electrical resistance of the probe (1, 2); - using the electrical measurement for estimating a reduction of the thickness of the portion of the structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 17/00 - Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion or to light
• G01N 17/04 - Corrosion probes
• G01N 27/04 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating impedance by investigating resistance

Abstract

Assembly (1) comprising a base (2) and a photovoltaic module (3), the base comprising a concrete (12) enclosing at least one volume (20) filled with a second material (21) or a gas, the volume and the second material or gas being selected such that the density of the assembly (1) is less than 1000 kg/m3, the concrete comprising reinforcing fibres. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing it.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02S 20/20 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object
• F24S 20/70 - Waterborne solar heat collector modules
• H02S 10/40 - Mobile PV generator systems
• H02S 20/26 - Building materials integrated with PV modules, e.g. façade elements

Abstract

Vertical lathe (1) where X, Y and Z directions are defined, and comprising a support (T) for the part to be shaped, a milling head (MH) having an axis in the Z-direction; wherein the axis of the milling head (MH) is fixed in the Y-direction, a cross-rail (13) for guiding a relative movement between the milling head (MH) and the support (T) according to the X-direction and a cooling circuit (2) in the cross- rail (13). The publication also relates to a method of controlling the dilatation of the vertical lathe (1) by sensing the temperature (T) in an area of the cross-rail (13), comparing it to temperature thresholds, and opening a valve to allow flow of cooling fluid if the sensed temperature (T) is higher than an upper threshold temperature (UT) and closing the valve to stop flow through the cooling circuit (2) if the sensed temperature (T) is lower than a lower threshold temperature (LT).

IPC Classes  ?

• B23Q 1/01 - Frames, beds, pillars or like membersArrangement of ways
• B23Q 11/12 - Arrangements for cooling or lubricating parts of the machine
• B23Q 11/14 - Methods or arrangements for maintaining a constant temperature in parts of machine tools
• B23Q 39/00 - Metal-working machines incorporating a plurality of sub-assemblies, each capable of performing a metal-working operation
• B23Q 39/02 - Metal-working machines incorporating a plurality of sub-assemblies, each capable of performing a metal-working operation the sub-assemblies being capable of being brought to act at a single operating station

Goods & Services

Commercial or industrial management assistance, franchise-issuing in relation to business management assistance, business management and organisation consultancy, business appraisals, reports and investigations, business management assistance and consultancy, marketing studies, marketing research, commercial information agencies, and import-export agencies; Efficiency experts; Talent agencies [management or employment]; Opinion polling; Book-keeping; Data search in computer files for others, computer file management, compilation and systemisation of information into computer databases; Advertising; Dissemination of advertising matter and rental of advertising space; Online advertising services on a computer network; Word processing; Organisation of trade fairs and exhibitions for commercial purposes; Compilation of statistics; Sales promotion for others, demonstration of goods; Import, export, business representation and exclusive sale relating to goods of all kinds; Business administration; Business administration services; professional advice in the field of business; Business organization consultancy; Business management consultancy; Office functions; business incubator and accelerator services, namely, Providing workspaces with commercial equipment, Business consulting and Career networking services; Providing business assistance, Consultancy and Advice, in relation to the following fields: Incubation and acceleration for starting up new companies; Technology incubation, namely, Business consulting, in relation to the following fields: Technology development, Marketing planning and Strategic marketing; Advertising; Marketing; Business management support; Business management assistance; Business research; Business auditing; Business management and organization consultancy; Economic forecasting; Public relations services; Personnel recruitment; Business efficiency expert services; Relocation services for businesses; Secretarial services; Business appraisals and Business appraisals; Business administration; Business data analysis services; Business analysis; Auditing, namely taxation advice; Consultancy regarding business organisation and business economics; Business assistance; Business management assistance; Information in business matters; Business consulting; Personnel consultancy; Business management and organization consultancy; Tax advice (accounting); Services to assist in establishing a network of business contacts; Market analysis; Project studies for businesses; Efficiency experts; Business management; Promotion services; Information in business matters; Business organisation; Clerical services; Business advisory and information services; Business office services; Business supervision. Educational and entertainment services; Arranging sports and cultural activities; Organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; Interactiveentertainment services; Electronic games services provided by means of any communications network; Entertainment services, via telecommunications networks; Information services in relation to the following fields: Teaching, Training, Entertainment and Sporting and cultural activities, via telecommunications networks; Providing entertainment and recreational facilities; Organisation of shows, Presentation of live performances and Production of live performances, Presentation and production of variety shows and production and presentation of concerts, Music rooms, Theatrical productions, Dancing, Composition of music, Orchestra services; Providing entertainment clubs; Rental of music venues and stadiums; Rental of stage scenery, Reservation of seats for shows, Services of animation; Sporting and cultural activities; Organization of sports competitions; Rental of sports equipment, except vehicles, Provision of information in relation to the following fields: Teaching, Entertainment and Leisure; Education, entertainment and recreation in holiday clubs and camps; Health club services [health and fitness training]; Arranging of contests; Arranging and conducting of colloquiums, seminars, conferences, congresses, symposiums; Party planning; Discotheque services; Amusement park services; Providing casino installations (gambling ) and Providing playhouse facilities; Publication of books, publication of books on-line and Publication of electronic periodicals via a real connection, Publication of texts, other than publicity texts, Scriptwriting services, Lending libraries; Production of radio and television programmes, Radio entertainment, Television entertainment; Television production and programming services provided by means of internet protocol technology; Provision of entertainment by means of television and internet protocol television; Recording studios, Videotaping and Video editing, Rental of sound recordings, Rental of audio equipment, Digital imaging, electronic desk top publishing and Microfilming, Photographic reporting; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Organisation of training programmes for young people; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Providing of information relating to education and training via telecommunications networks; Education information services; Arranging of contests; Organisation and conducting of colloquiums, conferences, seminars, symposiums and congresses; Party planning; Publishing, Electronic publication of books on-line and electronic online publication of newspapers, Editing of written texts, other than publicity texts, Scriptwriting services. Conducting technical project studies, Research and development of new products; Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Scientific and technological services, and related research and design services; Scientific and industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computers and software; Repair of software [maintenance, updating]; Constructing an internet platform for electronic commerce; Engineering surveying; Technical supervision and inspection; Commercial design services and Packaging design; Design services; Computer software design; Architectural services.

Abstract

Austenitic Stainless Steel alloy compositions are provided with reduced Ni content. These alloys, combined with a process that includes a martensite thermomechanical treatment with a thickness reduction preferably higher than 65%, provides a new generation of Advanced High Strength Steels with combination of tensile strength and total elongation in the range of 1000 MPa/ 35-55% to 1350 MPa/ 25-45% and good formability and weldability properties, which are useful in the manufacture of many products, particularly in the car industry.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 38/58 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with more than 1.5% by weight of manganese
• C22C 38/02 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing silicon
• C22C 38/42 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with copper
• C22C 38/44 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with molybdenum or tungsten
• C22C 38/50 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with titanium or zirconium
• C22C 38/48 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing chromium with nickel with niobium or tantalum
• C22C 38/00 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys
• C21D 9/46 - Heat treatment, e.g. annealing, hardening, quenching or tempering, adapted for particular articlesFurnaces therefor for sheet metals
• C22C 33/04 - Making ferrous alloys by melting
• C22C 33/06 - Making ferrous alloys by melting using master alloys
• C21D 8/02 - Modifying the physical properties by deformation combined with, or followed by, heat treatment during manufacturing of plates or strips
• C21D 6/00 - Heat treatment of ferrous alloys

Abstract

The invention provides a liquid oil/in/water (O/W) nanoemulsion comprising a continuous aqueous phase and dispersed oil droplets, said droplets having an average size comprised from 30 to 100 nm, and a zeta potential absolute value equal or higher than 30 mV. The invention also provides processes for its preparation and uses thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 9/107 - Emulsions
• A61K 31/26 - Cyanate or isocyanate estersThiocyanate or isothiocyanate esters
• A61K 47/14 - Esters of carboxylic acids, e.g. fatty acid monoglycerides, medium-chain triglycerides, parabens or PEG fatty acid esters
• A61K 47/26 - Carbohydrates, e.g. sugar alcohols, amino sugars, nucleic acids, mono-, di- or oligo-saccharidesDerivatives thereof, e.g. polysorbates, sorbitan fatty acid esters or glycyrrhizin

Goods & Services

Commercial or industrial management assistance, franchise-issuing in relation to business management assistance, business management and organisation consultancy, business appraisals, reports and investigations, business management assistance and consultancy, marketing studies, marketing research, commercial information agencies, and import-export agencies; Efficiency experts; Talent agencies [management or employment]; Opinion polling; Book-keeping; Data search in computer files for others, computer file management, compilation and systemisation of information into computer databases; Advertising; Dissemination of advertising matter and rental of advertising space; Online advertising services on a computer network; Word processing; Organisation of trade fairs and exhibitions for commercial purposes; Compilation of statistics; Sales promotion for others, demonstration of goods; Import, export, business representation and exclusive sale relating to goods of all kinds; Business administration; Business administration services; professional advice in the field of business; Business organization consultancy; Business management consultancy; Office functions; business incubator and accelerator services, namely, Providing workspaces with commercial equipment, Business consulting and Career networking services; Providing business assistance, Consultancy and Advice, in relation to the following fields: Incubation and acceleration for starting up new companies; Technology incubation, namely, Business consulting, in relation to the following fields: Technology development, Marketing planning and Strategic marketing; Advertising; Marketing; Business management support; Business management assistance; Business research; Business auditing; Business management and organization consultancy; Economic forecasting; Public relations services; Personnel recruitment; Business efficiency expert services; Relocation services for businesses; Secretarial services; Business appraisals and Business appraisals; Business administration; Business data analysis services; Business analysis; Auditing, namely taxation advice; Consultancy regarding business organisation and business economics; Business assistance; Business management assistance; Information in business matters; Business consulting; Personnel consultancy; Business management and organization consultancy; Tax advice (accounting); Services to assist in establishing a network of business contacts; Market analysis; Project studies for businesses; Efficiency experts; Business management; Promotion services; Information in business matters; Business organisation; Clerical services; Business advisory and information services; Business office services; Business supervision. Educational and entertainment services; Arranging sports and cultural activities; Organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; Interactiveentertainment services; Electronic games services provided by means of any communications network; Entertainment services, via telecommunications networks; Information services, in relation to the following fields: Teaching, Training, Entertainment and Sporting activities and Cultural activities, via telecommunications networks; Providing entertainment and recreational facilities; Organisation of shows, Presentation of live performances and Production of live performances, Presentation and production of variety shows and production and presentation of concerts, Music rooms, Theatrical productions, Dancing, Composition of music, Orchestra services; Providing entertainment clubs; Rental of music venues and stadiums; Rental of stage scenery, Reservation of seats for shows, Services of animation; Sporting and cultural activities; Organization of sports competitions; Rental of sports equipment, except vehicles, Provision of information in relation to the following fields: Teaching, Entertainment and Leisure; Education, entertainment and recreation in holiday clubs and camps; Health club services [health and fitness training]; Arranging of contests; Arranging and conducting of colloquiums, seminars, conferences, congresses, symposiums; Party planning; Discotheque services; Amusement park services; Providing casino installations (gambling ) and Providing playhouse facilities; Publication of books, publication of books on-line and on-line e-magazines, Publication of texts, other than publicity texts, Scriptwriting services, Lending libraries; Production of radio and television programmes, Radio entertainment, Television entertainment; Television production and programming services provided by means of internet protocol technology; Provision of entertainment by means of television and internet protocol television; Recording studios, Videotaping and Video editing, Rental of sound recordings, Rental of audio equipment, Digital imaging, electronic desk top publishing and Microfilming, Photographic reporting; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Organisation of training programmes for young people; Provision of training courses for young people in preparation for careers; Providing of information relating to education and training via telecommunications networks; Education information services; Arranging of contests; Organisation and conducting of colloquiums, conferences, seminars, symposiums and congresses; Party planning; Publishing, Electronic publication of books on-line and electronic online publication of newspapers, Editing of written texts, other than publicity texts, Scriptwriting services. Conducting technical project studies, Research and development of new products; Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Scientific and technological services, and related research and design services; Scientific and industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computers and software; Repair of software [maintenance, updating]; Constructing an internet platform for electronic commerce; Engineering surveying; Technical supervision and inspection; Commercial design services and Packaging design; Design services; Computer software design; Architectural services.

Abstract

The present invention relates to a deep eutectic solvent (DES) comprising at least one carboxylic acid which comprises at least two carboxylic acid functional groups and has a number of carbon atoms in the range of from 4 to 10; at least one alcohol which comprises at least two alcohol functional groups, and which is selected from the group consisting of alcohols having a number of carbon atoms in the range of from 2 to 12 carbon atoms, polyethylene glycol and polypropyleneglycol; and water in an amount of from 10 to 50 wt.% of the total weight of the deep eutectic solvent. It is also related to the use of these deep eutectic solvents of the invention, as solvents for solubilising lignin from a lignin material or for preparing a lignin prepolymer. Furthermore, it is related to a process for preparing a lignin prepolymer which involves the use of the deep eutectic solvents of the invention, as well as to the lignin prepolymer as such and its uses for producing films, coatings, insulating foams, adhesives, binders, composites or for fibre sizing or for radical curing.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08H 7/00 - LigninModified ligninHigh-molecular-weight products derived therefrom
• C07G 1/00 - Low-molecular-weight derivatives of lignin
• C08L 97/00 - Compositions of lignin-containing materials
• C08J 3/09 - Making solutions, dispersions, lattices or gels by other methods than by solution, emulsion or suspension polymerisation techniques in organic liquids

Abstract

The present invention relates to a deep eutectic solvent (DES) comprising at least one carboxylic acid which comprises at least two carboxylic acid functional groups and has a number of carbon atoms in the range of from 4 to 10; at least one alcohol which comprises at least two alcohol functional groups, and which is selected from the group consisting of alcohols having a number of carbon atoms in the range of from 2 to 12 carbon atoms, polyethylene glycol and polypropyleneglycol; and water in an amount of from 10 to 50 wt.% of the total weight of the deep eutectic solvent. It is also related to the use of these deep eutectic solvents of the invention, as solvents for solubilising lignin from a lignin material or for preparing a lignin prepolymer. Furthermore, it is related to a process for preparing a lignin prepolymer which involves the use of the deep eutectic solvents of the invention, as well as to the lignin prepolymer as such and its uses for producing films, coatings, insulating foams, adhesives, binders, composites or for fibre sizing or for radical curing.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07G 1/00 - Low-molecular-weight derivatives of lignin
• C08H 7/00 - LigninModified ligninHigh-molecular-weight products derived therefrom
• C08J 3/09 - Making solutions, dispersions, lattices or gels by other methods than by solution, emulsion or suspension polymerisation techniques in organic liquids
• C08L 97/00 - Compositions of lignin-containing materials

Goods & Services

Business management, in relation to the following fields: Technological development of companies; Advice and assistance, in relation to the following fields: Business organisation; Business management consultancy and advice in the field of technology; Marketing; Digital marketing; Providing of business information in the field of marketing; marketing for third parties in digital networks in the form of webvertising; Business consulting and Commercial consultancy, in relation to the following fields: Design and implementation of information systems and information technologies; Business consultancy relating to the implementation and management of information systems and information technologies; Business support services in the fields of business and technology; Cost analysis, in relation to the following fields: Business organisation; Advice on business organisation and management to improve profitability; Consulting services and Advice, in relation to the following fields: Business acquisitions; Business acquisitions. Providing funding for the development of new technology; consultancy services, namely Consultancy, in relation to the following fields: Taxation, Economy and Finance; Investment management, in relation to the following fields: Technology; Financial investment; Investment management; Financial analysis; Investment analysis; Banking; Financial valuation of intellectual property assets; Asset evaluation [financial]. Consultancy in the field of information technology research and development of computer strategies for companies; Technical consultancy and analysis relating to information systems and information technologies; Appearance and Development, in relation to the following fields: Computer programs and Computer software packages; industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; IT services; Design of communication systems; Consultancy services in the field of technological development; technological analysis, Technology evaluation and Technological reports; services in relation to the following fields: Innovation and technology; Development of technology and innovation projects; Research and consultancy services relating to computer software; Computer software technical support services; Technical assistance, in relation to the following fields: Information technology, Including the following fields: Computer programs; Research and development of new products for others; Consultancy relating to business acquisition.

Abstract

A process for recovering Cobalt ion, Nickel ion and Manganese ion from metal-containing residues The present invention relates to a process for recovering one or more metal ions selected from the group consisting of Cobalt, Nickel, Manganese and a mixture thereof from metal-containing residues comprising: A) leaching the residue with a leaching solution comprising lactic acid to obtain a filtrate 1 and a solid cake 1; B) separating the filtrate 1; C) precipitating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the filtrate 1 to obtain a filtrate 2 and a precipitate 1; and D) separating the precipitate 1; or alternatively, A) leaching the residue with the leaching solution to obtain a filtrate 1 and a solid cake 1; E) precipitating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the filtrate 1 to obtain a filtrate 3 and a solid cake 2; and F) separating the solid cake 2; and G) separating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the solid cake 2.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22B 3/04 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes by leaching
• C22B 3/44 - Treatment or purification of solutions, e.g. obtained by leaching by chemical processes

Abstract

A process for recovering Cobalt ion, Nickel ion and Manganese ion from metal-containing residues The present invention relates to a process for recovering one or more metal ions selected from the group consisting of Cobalt, Nickel, Manganese and a mixture thereof from metal-containing residues comprising: A) leaching the residue with a leaching solution comprising lactic acid to obtain a filtrate 1 and a solid cake 1; B) separating the filtrate 1; C) precipitating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the filtrate 1 to obtain a filtrate 2 and a precipitate 1; and D) separating the precipitate 1; or alternatively, A) leaching the residue with the leaching solution to obtain a filtrate 1 and a solid cake 1; E) precipitating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the filtrate 1 to obtain a filtrate 3 and a solid cake 2; and F) separating the solid cake 2; and G) separating the Cobalt lactate, Nickel lactate or Manganese lactate from the solid cake 2.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22B 3/04 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes by leaching
• C22B 3/44 - Treatment or purification of solutions, e.g. obtained by leaching by chemical processes
• C22B 3/00 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes
• C22B 47/00 - Obtaining manganese

Abstract

A method of manufacturing a polymer composite having an embedded functionality, the method comprising: providing a dry non-conductive fiber fabric (11) having a nominal weight from 25 - 600 g/m2; selecting a paste having viscosity below 600 Pa-s, the paste being a conductive paste, dielectric paste and/or a sensing paste; applying the selected paste on the dry non-conductive fiber woven fabric (11) by means of either screen-printing or micro- dispensing, thus making a printed functionality; forming a laminate comprising the dry non- conductive fiber woven fabric (11) having the printed functionality and at least one additional fabric or core; obtaining a polymer composite from said laminate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 70/88 - Shaping composites, i.e. plastics material comprising reinforcements, fillers or preformed parts, e.g. inserts characterised primarily by possessing specific properties, e.g. electrically conductive or locally reinforced
• B29C 70/86 - Incorporating in coherent impregnated reinforcing layers

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process to manufacture lignin-based polyols (LBP) by ring opening polymerization (ROP) of oxiranes in the presence of lignin and in an organic solvent or mixture thereof using acidic catalysts. The LBP are suitable to manufacture polyurethanes, polycarbonates and polyesters.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07G 1/00 - Low-molecular-weight derivatives of lignin
• C08G 18/64 - Macromolecular compounds not provided for by groups

Abstract

A method of manufacturing a polymer composite having an embedded functionality, the method comprising: providing a dry non-conductive fiber fabric (11) having a nominal weight from 25 - 600 g/m2; selecting a paste having viscosity below 600 Pa-s, the paste being a conductive paste, dielectric paste and/or a sensing paste; applying the selected paste on the dry non-conductive fiber woven fabric (11) by means of either screen-printing or micro- dispensing, thus making a printed functionality; forming a laminate comprising the dry non- conductive fiber woven fabric (11) having the printed functionality and at least one additional fabric or core; obtaining a polymer composite from said laminate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 70/88 - Shaping composites, i.e. plastics material comprising reinforcements, fillers or preformed parts, e.g. inserts characterised primarily by possessing specific properties, e.g. electrically conductive or locally reinforced
• B29C 70/86 - Incorporating in coherent impregnated reinforcing layers

Abstract

An aerial vehicle that comprises a main frame and a plurality of operable multicopter units. Each multicopter unit has a plurality of propulsion units. The propulsion units are attached to the respective multicopter unit at a fixed roll angle, a fixed pitch angle and a fixed yaw angle. The plurality of operable multicopter units are attached to the main frame by interposition of respective joints and rotate relative to the main frame independently to each other. At least one of the joints has a minimum of one degree of freedom, such that the main frame has a at least the same or higher number of controllable degrees of freedom than the total number of degrees of freedom of the main frame.

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 27/52 - Tilting of rotor bodily relative to fuselage
• B64C 27/08 - Helicopters with two or more rotors
• B64C 27/20 - Rotorcraft characterised by having shrouded rotors, e.g. flying platforms

Abstract

3 material is obtainable by the process and further relates to electrodes for CDI devices having the material. A method for removing ions from a fluid, like saline water, using the capacitive deionization device includes applying a voltage to the electrodes while supplying the fluid into the capacitive deionization device.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/198 - Graphene oxide
• C02F 1/461 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by electrochemical methods by electrolysis
• C02F 1/469 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by electrochemical methods by electrochemical separation, e.g. by electro-osmosis, electrodialysis, electrophoresis
• B01J 27/20 - Carbon compounds
• B01J 23/745 - Iron
• B01J 37/08 - Heat treatment
• B01J 37/32 - Freeze drying, i.e. lyophilisation

Goods & Services

Spraying machines; Spray paint machines; Robotic guns for spraying machines; Painting machines incorporating spray guns; Automatic robotic spray guns for paint; Machine tools and power-operated tools; Motors, other than for land vehicles; Machine coupling and transmission components (except for land vehicles); Agricultural implements, other than hand-operated hand tools; Incubators for eggs; Vending machines. spraying; Lacquering; Recycling of waste and trash; Air purification and water treatment; Printing; Food and drink preservation; Waste management services; Moulding of concrete; Polishing by abrasion; plating treatment; Dyeing services. Engineering services; Scientific and technological services and design and research services in relation to the following fields: Spraying systems and Paints; industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; Quality control and authentication; Design and development of hardware and software.

Abstract

The invention relates to a filter for particles having sizes of less than 10 micrometers, with a structure based on electrospun fibers from one or more polymers, the fibers being characterized in that they have a diameter between 30 and 1000 nm, and in that they have along their structure beads of a diameter of between 1 and 6 micrometers, with a density of beads of at least 250,000 beads per each cm2 of filter, as determined by Scanning Electron Microscopy. The invention also relates to a method for manufacturing the filter, uses thereof and a device incorporating same.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres

Goods & Services

Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; Compositions for extinguishing and preventing fires; Tempering and soldering preparations; Substances for tanning animal skins and hides; Adhesives used in industry; Putties and other paste fillers; Compost, manures, fertilizers; Biological preparations for use in industry and science; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Tanning substances; Hydrogen. Machine tools and power-operated tools; Motors, other than for land vehicles; Machine coupling and transmission components (except for land vehicles); Agricultural implements, other than hand-operated hand tools; Incubators for eggs; Vending machines; Automatic vending machines; Floating wind power platforms; Machine tools for floating platforms; Motors and engines (except for land vehicles) for floating platforms; Machine coupling and transmission components (except for land vehicles) for floating platforms; Floating cranes; Floating drilling rigs; Lubrication and cooling systems for machine tools; Lubrication machines; Cranes [lifting and hoisting apparatus]; Bridge cranes; Industrial robots. Scientific, research, navigation, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, audiovisual, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, detecting, testing, inspecting, life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling the distribution or use of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Recorded and downloadable media, computer software, blank digital or analogue recording and storage media; mechanisms for coin freed apparatus; Cash registers, Calculating devices; Computers and computer peripherals; Diving suits, Divers' masks, Ear plugs for divers, Nose clips for divers and swimmers, Gloves for divers, Breathing apparatus for underwater swimming; Fire extinguishers; Apparatus and devices for image processing; Computer programs [downloadable software]; Computerised control and information systems; Computer peripheral devices, Industrial control computers, Industrial controllers, Workstation software, industrial control computer programs and computer systems including those programs; Computer software, For business purposes; Computer software for use in electronic commerce and for managing databases, documents and information; Computer software for use in professional and educational development; downloadable applications; Interactive photorealistic catalogues; Computer programs; Interactive computer software; Data processing equipment; Electronic publications (downloadable); Computer hardware; Scientific research and laboratory apparatus; Laboratory instruments [other than for medical use]; Scientific and laboratory devices for treatment using electricity; Positioning controllers; Computer operating programs, recorded; Electronically encoded identification bracelets. Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary apparatus and instruments; Artificial limbs, eyes and teeth; Orthopedic articles; Suture materials; Therapeutic and assistive devices adapted for the disabled; Massage apparatus; Apparatus, devices and articles for nursing infants; Sexual activity apparatus, devices and articles; Artificial limbs; Cervical spacers for intersomatic implants; Materials for filling the bone tissue; Implantable medical devices; Biocompatible materials for implantable surgical devices; Medical devices based on calcium phosphate and/or resorbable polymers; Implantable medical devices containing materials of human origin including, for example, calcium-phosphate-based pastes and demineralised bone matrix; bones, Bone substitute material, Substitutes for cartilage, substitutes for vessels, substitutes for adipose tissue; Bone cement delivery system, namely, medical apparatus and instruments for the mixing, application and injection of bone cement and radiopaque bone cement; Replicas of the bone tissue obtained by stereolithography and other means; Surgical robots. Apparatus and installations for lighting, heating, cooling, steam generating, cooking, drying, ventilating and water supply and sanitary purposes; Gas cleaners and purifiers; Ovens; Industrial furnaces for the recovery of metals from steel mill dust. Vehicles; Apparatus for locomotion by land, air or water. Materials, not of metal, for construction; Rigid pipes, not of metal, for building; Asphalt, pitch and bitumen, Tar and Bitumen; Buildings, transportable, not of metal; Monuments, not of metal; Cement; Industrial concrete for use in civil engineering works; Building materials and elements made of sand, stone, rock, clay, minerals and concrete; Textured concrete finishes; Sands for use in preparing concretes; Blocks of concrete; Aggregate materials for use in concrete; Aggregates for use in the preparation of concrete; Shuttering, not of metal, for concrete. Advertising; Business management, organisation and administration; Office functions; Organisation of exhibitions for commercial or advertising purposes; Services involving the recording, transcription, composition, compilation and systemisation of written communications, Services involving recording, transcription, composition, compilation or systematisation of recordings, Exploitation of statistical data or the compilation of statistical data; Consultancy and assistance relating to business organisation and management; Business management and consultancy services, Business audit consultancy; Business management (laboratories); Customer loyalty services for commercial, promotional and/or advertising purposes; Creation, updating and rental of advertising space; marketing for third parties in digital networks in the form of webvertising; Arranging of contracts, for others, for the purchase and sale of goods, and for providing foodstuffs, beverages and dietary supplements; Promotion of the sale of goods and services to others relating to the providing of foodstuffs, beverages and dietary supplements; Opinion research relating to restaurants, including the publication of customer reviews relating to the providing of foodstuffs, beverages and dietary supplements; Compilation of data on computer databases in the form of information, news and last-minute offers relating to the providing of foodstuffs and beverages and the delivery of foodstuffs; Business consultancy in the field of quality, health and technical control in the selection, production, manufacture, transformation and standardisation of agricultural products and foodstuffs; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Video games, Electronic and telecommunications equipment, Food, beverages, Food supplements and Agricultural; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks, in relation the following goods: Industrial chemicals, Chemicals for use in science, Chemicals used for photo purposes, chemical products for agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Artificial resins, unprocessed, Plastics, unprocessed; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks, in relation the following goods: Fire extinguishing and fire prevention compositions; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Tempering and soldering preparations; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Substances for tanning animal skins and hides; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Adhesives for use use in industry; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: putty and Other paste fillers; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: composts, Manures, Manures; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Biological preparations for industry and science; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Chemical substances for preserving food-stuffs, Tanning substances, Hydrogen; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Machine tools and Mechanically operated tools, Motors and engines, With the exception of engines and motors for land vehicles; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Machine coupling and transmission components, Except for land vehicles, Agricultural implements, other than hand-operated hand tools, Incubators for eggs, automatic vending machines; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: automatic vending machines, Floating wind turbine platforms, machine tools for floating platforms, motors (other than for land vehicles) for floating platforms; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Couplings and transmission components (other than for land vehicles) for floating platforms, floating cranes, floating drilling rigs; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Lubrication and cooling systems for machine tools, lubricating machines, cranes, gantry cranes, industrial robots; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Scientific, research, navigation, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, audiovisual, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, detecting, testing, inspecting, life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling the distribution or use of electricity; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Recorded or downloadable media, Computer software, Blank digital or analogue recording and storage media, Mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: cash register, calculating devices; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Computers and Computer peripherals; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Diving suits, Divers' masks, Ear plugs for divers, Nose clips for divers and swimmers, Gloves for divers, breathing apparatus for underwater swimming; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Fire extinguishers; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Apparatus and devices for image processing; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Computer programs (downloadable soft-ware); Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Computerised control and information systems, Computer peripherals, Industrial control computers, Industrial controllers incorporating software, Workstation software, industrial control computer programs and computer systems including those programs; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: computer software for business purposes; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Computer software for use in electronic commerce and for managing databases, documents and information; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Computer software for use in professional and educational development; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Downloadable apps, Photorealistic interactive catalogues, Computer programs, Interactive computer programs; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Data processing equipment, Electronic publications (electronically downloadable), hardware; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Apparatus for scientific research and laboratory use, Laboratory apparatus, other than for medical use, Scientific and laboratory processing apparatus using electricity; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Command and control panels, Recorded computer operating programs, Electronically encoded identification bracelets; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary apparatus and instruments; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Artificial limbs, eye and teeth; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Orthopedic articles, Suture materials, Therapeutic and assistive devices adapted for the disabled; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Apparatus for massage, Apparatus, devices and articles for nursing infants; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Sexual activity apparatus, devices and articles; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks, in relation the following goods: Artificial limbs, Cervical spacers for intersomatic implants, materials for filling the bone tissue, implantable medical devices; Wholesaling and/or retailing and/or sale via global computer networks of biocompatible materials for implantable devices for surgical purposes, medical devices based on calcium phosphate and/or resorbable polymers, implantable medical devices containing materials of human origin, including calcium-phosphate-based pastes and demineralised bone matrix; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks, in relation the following goods: Bone, Bone substitutes, substitutes for cartilage, substitutes for vessels, substitutes for adipose tissue; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Bone cement delivery systems, particularly Medical apparatus and instruments for mixing, applying and injecting bone cement and radiopaque bone cement; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Replicas of the bone tissue obtained by stereolithography and other means, Surgical robots; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Apparatus and installations for lighting, heating, cooling, steam generating, cooking, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Gas cleaners and purifiers, Ovens, Industrial furnaces for the recovery of metals from steel mill dust; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Vehicles, apparatus for locomotion by land, air or water; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Construction materials (not of metal), Rigid pipes, not of metal, for building; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: bitumen, Pitch, Tar and bitumen; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Transportable constructions, not of metal, Monuments, not of metal; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Cement, Industrial concrete for use in civil engineering works; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Building materials and elements of sand, stone, rock, clay, minerals and concrete; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Textured concrete finishes, Sands for use in preparing concretes, Blocks of concrete; Retailing or wholesaling of torches, Selling via global computer networks in relation the following goods: Conglomerate of materials for use with concrete, Aggregates for use in the preparation of concrete, shuttering, not of metal, for concrete. Financial, monetary and banking services; Insurance services; Real estate affairs; Fund investment services; Capital investment; Investment management; Financial investment; Analysis and administration of investments; Banking. Construction services; Mining extraction, gas and oil drilling; Services of painting and plumbing businesses; Installation of heating or roofing; Inspection of construction projects; Services relating to the rental of construction tools and materials; Garage and vehicle workshop services; Repair of electrical appliances and furniture; Electrical installation services; Repair and installation of urban infrastructures and public spaces; Repair of buildings and civil engineering; Construction, assembly, maintenance and installation of floating platforms; Maintenance and repair of industrial robots; Maintenance and repair of surgical robots. Telecommunication services; Communication services over computer networks; Providing Internet forums. Recycling of waste and trash; Air purification and water treatment; Printing; Food and drink preservation; Waste management services; Moulding of concrete; Polishing by abrasion; plating treatment; Dyeing services; Recovery of industrial waste; Recovery of metals from steel mill dust; Generation and conversion in the field of thermal energy; Reclamation of material from waste; Recycling and waste treatment; Metallurgical smelting; Treatment of minerals, steel, common metals and their alloys; Metal treating and Mechanical, thermomechanical or chemical transformation of the properties and characteristics of metals; Direct reduction of iron; Metal tempering; Finishing of metal surfaces; Soft soldering; Molding; Anodising; Chromium plating; Agglomeration; Electrogalvanisation; Phosphate coating; shredding; Shaping; Tin plating; Galvanization; Nickel plating; Laminating; cuting out; Burnishing by abrasion; Magnetization; plating; Stamping; Stripping finishes; Soldering; Recycling of metal products; Treatment of materials during processes for manufacturing metal goods, including forging, pressing, deburring, machining, laminating and shaping metals; Nitriding (treatment of materials), Mounting of metal profiles (for third parties); Treatment of boiler materials; Processing of concrete; Cutting of steel and Cutting of metal. Education, training and entertainment; Organisation of sporting and cultural and educational activities; Exhibitions (organization of -) for cultural or educational purposes; Publication of texts (other than publicity texts); On-line electronic publications (not downloadable by data transmission); On-line publication of electronic books and journals (not downloadable); Publication of books; Arranging and conducting of colloquiums, conferences, Arranging of congresses, Arranging and conducting of workshops [training]; Organisation of symposiums; Education and training in the field of information technology, use of computer programs and computers; Education and providing of training in the field of management and control of industrial processes, and operation, repair and maintenance of instruments and computers therefor. Engineering services; Scientific and technological services, as well as related research and design services; industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; Quality control and authentication; Design and development of hardware and software; analysing services, Evaluation services, reporting services; services in relation to the following fields: Innovation and technology; Development of technology and innovation projects, Development of new products and processes or improvement of existing ones; Testing, certification and approval, technical expert reports and surveys, innovation management, technology management, future outlook and trends analysis; Scientific-technological developments of an interdisciplinary nature relating to ageing and disability, aimed at acquiring goods and/or services to optimise the personal autonomy, independence, health and quality of life of the elderly and disabled; Research and design relating to the manufacture of replicas of bone tissue, using the stereolithography technique and other means; Research and design in the field of thermal energy; Research and design in the field of video games; Scientific and technological services in the field of floating wind power platforms; Research and design in the field of floating wind power platforms; Industrial analysis and research services in the field of floating wind power platforms; Design and development of computer hardware and software for floating wind power platforms; Computer programming; The development, maintenance, updating and installation of computer software; Research and consultancy services relating to computer software; Computer software technical support services; Computer software rental; Analysis and assessment of industrial process plant operation; Design and implementation of asset and operational performance solutions in industrial process plants; Research relating to waste analysis; Design, development, research, creation and validation of goods and processes for organic waste recovery; Consultancy relating to quality and technical control in the packaging and preservation of agricultural products and foodstuffs; Research and development of pharmaceutical preparations; Research laboratories; laboratory research in the field of pharmaceuticals; Conducting of preliminary assessments relating to new pharmaceuticals; Testing of pharmaceuticals; Clinical trials; Nutritional analysis; Bioanalysis; Providing medical and scientific research information in the field of pharmaceuticals and clinical trials; Providing information about the results of clinical trials for pharmaceutical products; Research in the field of pharmacogenetics; Consultancy relating to research in the field of pharmacogenetics; Laboratory services for analytical testing; Analytical development and validation of analytical techniques; Research and development of other preparations combatting bloodsucking arthropods (repellents); Pharmacokinetic studies; Preparation of pharmaceuticals and placebos for clinical trials; Foundry engineering and design; Scientific and technical consultancy and assistance relating to the manufacture of steel, wrought and semi-wrought common metals and their alloys, castings of metal; Research and development relating to the smelting industry; Research, development and technology relating to metals, castings, flat irons, metal alloys, resins and moulds; Consultancy relating to metallurgy, laboratories, research, analysis, inspection, quality control and engineering; Furniture research, Development of furniture; Laboratory research services; Technical research, Conducting technical project studies, Technical reports; Study services, Conducting technical project studies, Investigations, Appraisals, Estimates and Expertises, in particular in relation to the following fields: Electronics for welding machines; Research and experimental development; Technical tests and Analysis; Research and development in relation to the following fields: Product design, Development of product design and Development of processes, Technical consultancy; Computer services; Research and development, for others; Engineering services relating to computers; Scientific laboratory services, Physicochemical and microbiological analysis of water, soil, sludge, leachate, waste and air of all kinds, environmental monitoring and biosafety, environmental management; quality control certification services; Testing in the context of environmental inspection; Environmental consultancy services, Environmental advice; Chemical and environmental risk assessment; Diagnostic studies using emissions measurements; Air quality data collection services; Diagnostic studies using immissions measurements; Consultancy relating to the implementation of corrective measures to minimise odour emissions; Analysis of the chemical composition of emissions; Analysis and setting of standards for odour and air pollutant emission levels for different processes; Hedonic tone and odour intensity measurement; Measurement and control of odours by means of olfactometry; Professional consultancy relating to fluid dynamics; Condition monitoring relating to fluids; Ventilation and energy efficiency studies using computational fluid dynamics; Measuring of earth samples; Noise measurement; Environmental impact and ventilation system assessment. Medical services; Animal healthcare services; Hygienic and beauty care for human beings or animals; Agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry services.

Abstract

An iontophoretic patch for transdermal delivery of biologically active agents includes at least two electrodes in contact with at least two hydrogel reservoirs. At least one of the hydrogel reservoirs carries at least one active agent and, in use of the iontophoretic patch, is disposed on a user's skin and delivers at least one active agent into the skin. The patch includes a control unit to generate a stimulation pattern having stimulation parameters delivered to stimuli locations on the skin. A stimulation unit generates a time sequence of pulses from the stimulation parameters generated by the control unit. The patch further includes a demultiplexing unit configured to perform independent spatio-temporal distribution of the electrical pulses in the time sequence of pulses to at least one electrode; at least one optical sensing system, for continuously measuring an amount of the active agent in the hydrogel reservoir; and a feedback unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61N 1/04 - Electrodes
• A61N 1/36 - Applying electric currents by contact electrodes alternating or intermittent currents for stimulation, e.g. heart pace-makers
• A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61N 1/32 - Applying electric currents by contact electrodes alternating or intermittent currents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for preparing waterglass-based silica aerogels, wherein the process comprises (a) subjecting a certain amount of a vinyltrialcoxysilane to hydrolysis in the presence of water and an inorganic acid under stirring conditions to produce a hydrolyzed vinyltrialcoxysilane solution; (b) treating a waterglass solution with an acidic cationic-exchange resin to produce a silicic acid solution; (c) forming a sol phase by contacting the hydrolyzed vinylalcoxysilane solution with the silicic acid solution; (d) forming a gel phase by adjusting the pH of the sol phase to a value in the range of from 4 to 6; and (e) subjecting the gel phase to supercritical drying to produce an aerogel. The present invention is also related to waterglass-based silica aerogels obtained by the process according to the invention, which are functionalized with vinyl groups.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 33/158 - PurificationDryingDehydrating
• C01B 33/145 - Preparation of hydroorganosols, organosols or dispersions in an organic medium
• C01B 33/152 - Preparation of hydrogels

Abstract

A method for mating a first surface of a first structure to a second surface of a second structure, the method comprising: providing a device at least comprising: a first body adapted for insertion at least in a through hole of the first surface; and a second body adapted for insertion at least in a through hole of the second surface, the first body being further adapted for being mechanically coupled with a second body, and the second body being mechanically coupled with the first body; inserting at least a first portion of the first body in the through hole of the first surface; inserting the second body in the through hole of the second surface when the first and second surfaces are spaced apart by a distance; providing an apparatus for winding the second body; arranging the second body on the apparatus; and pulling one of the first and second structures towards the other one of the first and second structures by winding the second body with the apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

• F03D 13/20 - Arrangements for mounting or supporting wind motorsMasts or towers for wind motors
• F03D 1/06 - Rotors
• F03D 13/10 - Assembly of wind motorsArrangements for erecting wind motors

Abstract

The present invention relates to repellent sol-gel coatings, namely to repellent, omniphobic and biocide sol-gel coating compositions useful as non-stick surfaces. Particularly, the repellent, omniphobic and biocide sol-gel coating compositions of the present invention are useful to prepare antiadhesive, easy-to-clean, antifogging, anti-icing and antifouling surfaces, for having a durable low interfacial energy and non-leaching antibacterial activity also with low roughness and anticorrosion properties. The present invention also relates to a process for the preparation of the sol-gel coated substrate and the coated substrate obtainable by the process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 183/04 - Polysiloxanes
• C09D 5/14 - Paints containing biocides, e.g. fungicides, insecticides or pesticides
• C09D 5/16 - Anti-fouling paintsUnderwater paints
• C09D 183/10 - Block or graft copolymers containing polysiloxane sequences

Abstract

A method for providing a resistance temperature detection sensor on a pipe by means of physical vapor deposition. And a pipe comprising at least one resistance temperature detection sensor grown on an outer surface of the pipe, the at least one resistance temperature detection sensor at least comprising a sensor layer and a protecting layer at least on a portion of the sensor layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 14/14 - Metallic material, boron or silicon
• C23C 16/06 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition [CVD] processes characterised by the deposition of metallic material
• G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
• G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements
• C23C 14/04 - Coating on selected surface areas, e.g. using masks
• C23C 16/04 - Coating on selected surface areas, e.g. using masks
• G01K 1/143 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations for measuring surface temperatures

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for continuous production of 2,3-butanediol by hydrogenation of 3-hydroxybutanone with hydrogen in the presence of a heterogeneous hydrogenation catalyst filled in one or more fixed-bed flow tubular reactor systems comprising one or more tubes with an inner diameter from 1 mm to 6 mm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 29/145 - 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 an oxygen-containing functional group of C=O containing groups, e.g. —COOH of ketones with hydrogen or hydrogen-containing gases
• C07C 31/20 - Dihydroxylic alcohols
• B01J 8/06 - Chemical or physical processes in general, conducted in the presence of fluids and solid particlesApparatus for such processes with stationary particles, e.g. in fixed beds in tube reactorsChemical or physical processes in general, conducted in the presence of fluids and solid particlesApparatus for such processes with stationary particles, e.g. in fixed beds the solid particles being arranged in tubes
• B01J 19/18 - Stationary reactors having moving elements inside
• B01J 23/46 - Ruthenium, rhodium, osmium or iridium

Abstract

Multilayer electrodes and/or solid electrolytes having an OIPC cover material, and solvent-free methods for preparing the multilayers, as well as solid-state full batteries having the multilayers are disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 10/0562 - Solid materials
• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
• H01M 4/04 - Processes of manufacture in general

Abstract

A method for installing a line between first and second structures, comprising: reeling the line on a drum of an apparatus such that a first segment of the line is reeled in a first reeling direction, and a second segment of the line is reeled in a reverse reeling direction, the first segment comprising a first end of the line and the second segment comprising a second end of the line; connecting the first end of the reeled line to the first structure; moving the apparatus such that it gets closer to the second structure, and unreeling part of the first segment of the reeled line while the apparatus moves; and after the step of moving the apparatus and unreeling the part of the first segment, connecting a wire from the second structure to the second end of the line; pulling, from the second structure, the wire while connected to the second end of the line and simultaneously unreeling at least part of the second segment of the reeled line; and after the step of pulling the wire and unreeling the at least part of the second segment, disconnecting the second end of the line from the wire and connecting the second end of the line to the second structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65H 49/32 - Stands or frameworks
• B63B 35/04 - Cable-laying vessels

Abstract

22 permeance versus pressure of permeation at room temperature and at a pressure from 1 to 4 bar has zero or negative slope; and b) humidifying the membrane until obtaining a water-saturated carbon molecular sieve membrane. It is also provided a process for the separation of a gas from a gas mixture with such a water- saturated membrane, and its use for solvent dehydration, and as a membrane reactor.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 53/22 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by diffusion
• B01D 69/02 - Semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus characterised by their form, structure or propertiesManufacturing processes specially adapted therefor characterised by their properties
• B01D 69/12 - Composite membranesUltra-thin membranes
• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material

Abstract

A computer-implemented method for detecting and identifying underwater objects, comprising: emitting by a sonar device (2) located in a vessel (1) at least one acoustic signal (3); receiving by the sonar device (2) at least one echo signal (UQUERYθ,φ ); determining if an underwater object (4) has been detected by verifying whether or not the at least one received echo signal (UQUERYθ,φ) is the consequence of a collision of the at least one acoustic signal (3) with an underwater object (4), and if no underwater object (4) has been identified, the analysis is ended; if the presence of an underwater object (4) is detected: applying a time- series pattern recognition process to said at least one received echo signal (UQUERYθ,φ); delivering a set of numerical outputs wkm1mMmØ Ø Îdenotes the probability that no object was detected; predicting from the set of numerical outputs wk the tag type (Î) of the detected underwater object (4).

IPC Classes  ?

• G01S 7/539 - Details of systems according to groups , , of systems according to group using analysis of echo signal for target characterisationTarget signatureTarget cross-section
• G01S 15/04 - Systems determining presence of a target
• G01S 15/06 - Systems determining position data of a target
• G01S 15/74 - Systems using reradiation of acoustic waves, e.g. IFF, i.e. identification of friend or foe

Abstract

The apparatus comprises a labyrinth mixing device designed to mix a first oxidizer gas and a fuel under pressure, and to inject the mixture produced in a combustion chamber, a torch's main body (1) housing the labyrinth mixing device (2) and connectors (7) for fuel and oxidizer gases, a torch's front part (3) defining, with the labyrinth mixing device (2), the internal geometry of the combustion chamber (4) comprising several second oxidizer gas injectors (32,33) for injecting separately a second oxidizer gas upstream in the combustion chamber to promote the combustion process and connecting down-stream to a gas expanding nozzle (50) designed to receive products of combustion of said mixture and form a high-velocity gaseous jet, an ignition device (30) to start combustion of said mixture, a material delivery device (6) designed to inject an spray material axially into said high-velocity gaseous jet. The labyrinth mixing device (2) comprises one or more flanges (23,24) which define one or more mixing volumes (21,22) and holes (25,26,27), concentrically placed both on the flanges (23,24) and passing through the mixing device (2) and opening at the downstream end of the mixing device (2) for connecting a feeding section (20) of the labyrinth mixing device (2) with the combustion chamber (4). The labyrinth mixing device (2) comprises a crossing axial bore (28) to inject the spray material into the combustion chamber (4).

IPC Classes  ?

• B05B 7/20 - Spraying apparatus for discharge of liquids or other fluent materials from two or more sources, e.g. of liquid and air, of powder and gas incorporating means for heating the material to be sprayed by flame or combustion
• B28B 1/00 - Producing shaped articles from the material
• B33Y 30/00 - Apparatus for additive manufacturingDetails thereof or accessories therefor
• C23C 4/129 - Flame spraying
• C23C 24/04 - Impact or kinetic deposition of particles

Goods & Services

Providing material treatment information; Providing information on the treatment of materials against biofouling, corrosion and ageing in a marine environment; Providing information on the resistance of materials against biofouling, corrosion and ageing in a marine environment; Treatment of materials against biofouling, corrosion and ageing. Science and technology services; Laboratory testing of materials; Research laboratories; Laboratory testing; Material testing, Analysis of materials and Material testing; Laboratory trials; Research in instrumentation; Engineering research; Oceanographic research services; Scientific research and development; Preparation of reports relating to scientific research; Collection of information relating to oceanography; Advisory services relating to product testing; Development of solutions against biofouling, corrosion and ageing of materials; Material testing, Analysis of materials, Material testing, in relation to the following fields, Biofouling, Corrosion and Ageing; Analysis of the behaviour of materials in a marine environment; Testing of materials, components and equipment in a marine environment.

Abstract

The present invention provides metallic nanocluster (NC) - antibody (Ab) conjugate, wherein the NC has an average size lower than 3 nm and the conjugate: (a) comprises one single NC, (b) the antibody maintains the binding ability; and (c) has a catalytic activity selected from peroxidase-like and photocatalytic activity. The invention also provides a process for the preparation of the conjugate as well as compositions, kits and uses in therapy and diagnostics. Advantageously, the conjugate of the invention shows improved catalytic activity, providing a remarkable improved immunoassay's sensitivity.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/58 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving labelled substances
• B82Y 15/00 - Nanotechnology for interacting, sensing or actuating, e.g. quantum dots as markers in protein assays or molecular motors
• B82Y 5/00 - Nanobiotechnology or nanomedicine, e.g. protein engineering or drug delivery

Abstract

A system for supporting workpieces comprises a base and a plurality of support members (1), each support member (1) comprising a plate (11) and means for positioning the plate (11) in relation to the base. In at least some of the support members (1). The means for positioning the plate (11) comprise at least three controllably extendable members (13) arranged for determining the position and inclination of the plate (11) in relation to the base, thereby allowing for controlled positioning of the plate (11) in relation to the base and for controlled inclination of the plate (11).

IPC Classes  ?

• B23Q 3/10 - Auxiliary devices, e.g. bolsters, extension members
• B23Q 3/04 - Devices holding, supporting, or positioning, work or tools, of a kind normally removable from the machine for mounting on a work-table, tool-slide, or analogous part adjustable in inclination
• B25B 11/00 - Work holders or positioners not covered by groups , e.g. magnetic work holders, vacuum work holders

Abstract

A system for supporting workpieces comprises a base and a plurality of support members (1), each support member (1) comprising a plate (11) and means for positioning the plate (11) in relation to the base. In at least some of the support members (1). The means for positioning the plate (11) comprise at least three controllably extendable members (13) arranged for determining the position and inclination of the plate (11) in relation to the base, thereby allowing for controlled positioning of the plate (11) in relation to the base and for controlled inclination of the plate (11).

IPC Classes  ?

• B23Q 1/25 - Movable or adjustable work or tool supports

Abstract

An aerial vehicle (1) comprises a main frame (3) and a plurality of operable multicopter units (2a-d). Each multicopter unit has a plurality of propulsion units (5). The propulsion units (5) are attached to the respective multicopter unit (2a-d) at a fixed roll angle, a fixed pitch angle and a fixed yaw angle. The plurality of operable multicopter units (2a-d) are attached to the main frame (3) by interposition of respective joints (4) and rotate relative to the main frame (3) independently to each other. At least one of the joints (4) has a minimum of one degree of freedom, such that the main frame (3) has a at least the same or higher number of controllable degrees of freedom than the total number of degrees of freedom of the main frame (3).

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 15/12 - Attitude, flight direction or altitude control by jet reaction the jets being propulsion jets the power plant being tiltable
• B64C 27/08 - Helicopters with two or more rotors
• B64C 27/28 - Compound rotorcraft, i.e. aircraft using in flight the features of both aeroplane and rotorcraft with forward-propulsion propellers pivotable to act as lifting rotors
• B64C 27/52 - Tilting of rotor bodily relative to fuselage

Abstract

An aerial vehicle (1) comprises a main frame (3) and a plurality of operable multicopter units (2a-d). Each multicopter unit has a plurality of propulsion units (5). The propulsion units (5) are attached to the respective multicopter unit (2a-d) at a fixed roll angle, a fixed pitch angle and a fixed yaw angle. The plurality of operable multicopter units (2a-d) are attached to the main frame (3) by interposition of respective joints (4) and rotate relative to the main frame (3) independently to each other. At least one of the joints (4) has a minimum of one degree of freedom, such that the main frame (3) has a at least the same or higher number of controllable degrees of freedom than the total number of degrees of freedom of the main frame (3).

IPC Classes  ?

• B64C 27/08 - Helicopters with two or more rotors

Abstract

The present invention relates to a processto manufacture lignin-based polyols (LBP) by ring opening polymerization (ROP) of oxiranes in the presence of lignin and in an organic solvent or mixture thereof using acidic catalysts.The LBP are suitable to manufacture polyurethanes, polycarbonates and polyesters.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07G 1/00 - Low-molecular-weight derivatives of lignin
• C08H 7/00 - LigninModified ligninHigh-molecular-weight products derived therefrom
• C08G 18/64 - Macromolecular compounds not provided for by groups
• C08G 65/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming an ether link in the main chain of the macromolecule

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of a bi-layer coated steel substrate comprising an inner inorganic ceramic layer and an external sol-gel layer,or alternatively an inner sol-gel layer and an external inorganic ceramic layer and to the bi-layer coated steel substrate obtainable by this process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 18/12 - Chemical coating by decomposition of either liquid compounds or solutions of the coating forming compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coatingContact plating by thermal decomposition characterised by the deposition of inorganic material other than metallic material
• C23C 24/08 - Coating starting from inorganic powder by application of heat or pressure and heat
• C23C 28/04 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and only coatings of inorganic non-metallic material

Abstract

The present invention discloses a framing profile of reinforced composites comprising a thermoset resin matrix such as epoxy resin or polyester resin reinforced with a blend of high performance fibers and natural fibers, which is suitable for use in the manufacturing a curtain wall, a multilayer facade, a window or an interior partition.

IPC Classes  ?

• E04B 2/88 - Curtain walls
• B29C 70/52 - Pultrusion, i.e. forming and compressing by continuously pulling through a die

Abstract

The invention relates to multilayer electrodes and/or solid electrolytes comprising an OIPC cover material, to solvent-free methods for preparing said multilayers, as well as to solid-state full batteries comprising said multilayers.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
• H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
• H01M 10/052 - Li-accumulators
• H01M 10/0562 - Solid materials
• H01M 2/16 - Separators; Membranes; Diaphragms; Spacing elements characterised by the material
• H01M 10/054 - Accumulators with insertion or intercalation of metals other than lithium, e.g. with magnesium or aluminium

Goods & Services

Clothes for protection against injury; Protective clothing made from ballistic resistant materials; Bullet-proof clothing; Jackets [bullet proof]. Textiles and substitutes for textiles; Textile fabric piece goods for use in the manufacture of clothing. Scientific and technological services, as well as related research and design services; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software; Research and development (R&D); Industrial research; Product research and development; Research to develop new products; Engineering research; Technical research; Research relating to security; Industrial design; Product design; Product development for others; Product testing; New products (Testing of -); Product safety testing; Product development consultation; Product development consultation; Product quality testing; Analysis of materials; Materials testing and evaluation; Textile testing; Textile testing; Textile design services.

Abstract

Self-healing mircrocapsules including: a) a polymeric shell; b) a healing-agent compartmentalized inside the polymeric shell; and c) a catalyst deposited on the surface of the polymeric shell; where the microcapsules are prepared by suspension polymerization, and the microcapsules may be present in a polymeric matrix and in composite materials that include such polymeric matrix.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 13/18 - In situ polymerisation with all reactants being present in the same phase
• B01J 13/14 - Polymerisation, crosslinking
• C09J 11/08 - Macromolecular additives
• B29C 73/22 - Auto-repairing or self-sealing arrangements or agents the article containing elements including a sealing composition, e.g. powder being liberated when the article is damaged
• C09J 163/00 - Adhesives based on epoxy resinsAdhesives based on derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

Generator systems and methods are provided for generating a neuromuscular-to-motion decoder from a healthy limb. The generator system is configured to receive neuromuscular signals from neuromuscular sensors associated to predefined muscle/nerve locations of at least one pair of agonist and antagonist muscles/nerves of the healthy limb, obtained during performance by the person of a predefined exercise (defined by predefined exercise data) with the healthy limb; to receive motion signals from motion sensors associated to predefined positions of the healthy limb, during performance by the person of the predefined exercise with the healthy limb; and to generate the neuromuscular-to-motion decoder by mapping the neuromuscular signals to the motion signals over time using a mapping method. Rehabilitation systems are also provided for rehabilitating a paretic limb by using a neuromuscular-to-motion decoder produced by a generator system.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/24 - Detecting, measuring or recording bioelectric or biomagnetic signals of the body or parts thereof
• A61B 5/11 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb
• A61B 5/22 - ErgometryMeasuring muscular strength or the force of a muscular blow
• A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
• A61H 1/02 - Stretching or bending apparatus for exercising
• A61F 2/54 - Artificial arms or hands or parts thereof
• A61F 2/58 - ElbowsWrists
• A61F 2/72 - Bioelectric control, e.g. myoelectric
• A61B 5/389 - Electromyography [EMG]
• A61F 2/68 - Operating or control means
• A61F 2/70 - Operating or control means electrical

Abstract

Lactococcus lactis has an increased ability to produce 2,3-BDO of at least 20 times the amount produced by the wild type strain, an increased ability to produce acetoin of at least 20 times the amount produced by the wild type strain and a decreased ability to produce lactic acid of at least 10 times the amount produced by the wild type strain, when cultured under aerobic conditions. Also provided are methods to produce acetoin and 2,3-BDO.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 1/20 - BacteriaCulture media therefor
• C12P 7/26 - Ketones
• C12P 7/56 - Lactic acid
• C12N 15/03 - Bacteria
• C12P 7/16 - Butanols
• C12P 7/18 - Preparation of oxygen-containing organic compounds containing a hydroxy group acyclic polyhydric
• C12N 15/01 - Preparation of mutants without inserting foreign genetic material thereinScreening processes therefor
• C12R 1/46 - Streptococcus

Abstract

A tool coupling includes a first tool part and a second tool part, the second tool part being movable in relation to the first tool part. The tool coupling further includes a first base part for detachably retaining the first tool part and a second base part movable in relation to the first base part for detachably retaining the second tool part. The first base part has a pusher movable in relation to the first base part for detaching the first tool part and the second base part has a cap movable in relation to the second base part for detaching the second tool part.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25J 15/04 - Gripping heads with provision for the remote detachment or exchange of the head or parts thereof
• B23B 31/107 - Retention by laterally-acting detents, e.g. pins, screws, wedgesRetention by loose elements, e.g. balls
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 18/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body
• 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
• A61B 34/30 - Surgical robots

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for recycling and reusing supported Pd membranes comprising the separation of the Pd (or Pd alloy) layer from the support by contacting the Pd membrane with hydrogen under pressure and at low temperature and then with a second gas different from hydrogen. The Pd layer separated from the support can then be treated to solubilize the Pd and, where appropriate, the alloy metal(s) to obtain salts that can be reused, for example in the preparation of new Pd membranes. The recovered supports can also be reused.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22B 1/00 - Preliminary treatment of ores or scrap
• C22B 7/00 - Working-up raw materials other than ores, e.g. scrap, to produce non-ferrous metals or compounds thereof
• C22B 3/00 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes

Abstract

A device (100-103) for protecting a line (50) comprising: a tubular body (110) adapted to receive the line and to insert the tubular body in an opening (25) in a first direction, the tubular body comprising a first end and a second end; and retention means (115, 201-205) coupled to the tubular body; the retention means are adapted to prevent the movement of the tubular body in the opening in a second direction when the tubular body receives the line, the second direction being opposite the first direction; and the retention means are also adapted to enable the movement of the tubular body in the opening at least in the second direction when the tubular body does not receive the line. And a method for inserting a line in an opening of an installation.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 1/12 - Laying or reclaiming pipes on or under water
• H02G 1/10 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for laying cables, e.g. laying apparatus on vehicle in or under water

Abstract

An assembly (400) for installing a submarine line (304), comprising: a submersible vehicle (200) that comprises a chassis and means of movement; and a submersible device (300) that comprises the submarine line, wherein the submersible device is configured to be connected to the submarine line, and to be connected to the submersible vehicle; the submersible vehicle is configured to be connected to the submersible device; the submersible device is configured to receive energy through the submarine line and to transfer energy to the submersible vehicle when the submarine line is connected to an installation that comprises an energy source; and wherein the assembly is configured to install the submarine line while the submersible device receives energy through the submarine line and transfers energy to the submersible vehicle. There is also a method for installing a submarine line with an assembly that comprises a submersible vehicle and a submersible device. There is also a system that comprises: an installation that comprises at least one energy source; and an assembly for installing a submarine line.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02G 1/10 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for laying cables, e.g. laying apparatus on vehicle in or under water
• E02F 5/10 - Dredgers or soil-shifting machines for special purposes for digging trenches or ditches with arrangements for reinforcing trenches or ditchesDredgers or soil-shifting machines for special purposes for digging trenches or ditches with arrangements for making or assembling conduits or for laying conduits or cables
• B63B 35/04 - Cable-laying vessels
• F03D 80/80 - Arrangement of components within nacelles or towers
• H02G 9/02 - Installations of electric cables or lines in or on the ground or water laid directly in or on the ground, river-bed or sea-bottomCoverings therefor, e.g. tile
• E02F 3/88 - DredgersSoil-shifting machines mechanically-driven with arrangements acting by a sucking or forcing effect, e.g. suction dredgers

Abstract

A method for installing a subsea cable (200, 500, 510, 520) in an offshore wind farm (100), the offshore wind farm (100) comprising a substation (101) and a plurality of wind turbines (102, 106-109), the method comprising: laying the subsea cable (200, 500, 510, 520) from a first location to a first wind turbine (102d, 106) of the plurality of wind turbines (102, 106-109) passing through at least a second wind turbine (102b-102c, 107-108) of the plurality of wind turbines (102, 106-109), the first location being a location of the substation (101) or a location of a third wind turbine (102a, 109) of the plurality of wind turbines (102, 106-109).

IPC Classes  ?

• F03D 9/25 - Wind motors characterised by the driven apparatus the apparatus being an electrical generator
• H02G 1/10 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for laying cables, e.g. laying apparatus on vehicle in or under water
• H01B 7/14 - Submarine cables

Abstract

2 in liquid state from a second conduit of the device; a third conduit located between the first and second conduit; and means for preventing the formation of dry ice in the first, second and third conduits; and a second subsystem for lubrication that includes means for supplying micro-particles of a cutting oil in liquid state; wherein the first subsystem and second subsystem are independent from each other, and wherein the first subsystem and second subsystem are configured to act either simultaneously or either one alone. Method of operation of the device.

IPC Classes  ?

• B23Q 11/10 - Arrangements for cooling or lubricating tools or work
• F16N 7/32 - Mist lubrication
• F16N 13/22 - Lubricating-pumps with distributing equipment

Abstract

A method and system for detecting a source of noise in an electrical grid distributing network implementing Power Line Communications, the method including, at each meter, disposing an element behaving as a resistive element within the frequency band of the PLC, and behaving as a nonresistive element at the frequency of the electrical grid, between a first cable belonging to the distributing network and a second cable belonging to the enduser network; measuring the difference in electric potential between the two ends of each element disposed between the first cable belonging to the distributing network and the second cable belonging to the enduser network; and from the one measurement, determining whether a device belonging to the enduser network and connected to the meter is causing a noise disturbance or not.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01R 31/08 - Locating faults in cables, transmission lines, or networks
• H04B 3/54 - Systems for transmission via power distribution lines

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for continuous production of 2,3-butanediol by hydrogenation of 3-hydroxybutanone with hydrogen in the presence of a heterogeneous hydrogenation catalyst filled in one or more fixed-bed flow tubular reactor systems comprising one or more tubes with an inner diameter from 1 mm to 6 mm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 29/145 - 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 an oxygen-containing functional group of C=O containing groups, e.g. —COOH of ketones with hydrogen or hydrogen-containing gases
• C07C 31/20 - Dihydroxylic alcohols

Abstract

d, wherein: “a” is comprised from 0.05 to 1, “b” is comprised from 0.01 to 0.6, “c” is comprised from 0.001 to 0.25, and “d” is comprised from 0 to 0.3 and wherein at least 35% (p/p) of the starting materials of the raw meal have a critical microwaves absorbance temperature (Tc) comprised from 15 to 650° C. and a critical microwaves absorbance time (tc) comprised from 1 min to 1 h; (ii) heating the raw meal by irradiating with microwaves during 15 min to 3 h to reach a sintering temperature comprised from 300 to 950° C.; (iii) maintaining the microwave sintering temperature of step (ii) during 1 min to 3 h by further irradiating with microwaves; and (iv) cooling the clinker obtained in step (iii).

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 7/44 - BurningMelting
• C04B 7/02 - Portland cement
• C04B 7/32 - Aluminous cements
• C04B 7/345 - Hydraulic cements not provided for in one of the groups
• C04B 7/36 - Manufacture of hydraulic cements in general
• C04B 7/47 - Cooling
• C04B 7/52 - Grinding
• C04B 7/26 - Cements from oil shales, residues or waste other than slag from raw materials containing flue dust
• C04B 7/28 - Cements from oil shales, residues or waste other than slag from combustion residues

Abstract

An assembly for installing a subsea cable, the assembly comprising a submersible apparatus and a submersible cable holder comprising the subsea cable, the subsea cable being connectable to the submersible apparatus through the connector for transmission of electric power and/or data to the submersible apparatus; wherein the assembly is configured to install the subsea cable while the submersible apparatus is electrically powered through said subsea cable. And a method for installing a subsea cable with a submersible apparatus, the method comprising: supplying electric power and/or transmitting data through the subsea cable to the submersible apparatus; and laying the subsea cable in a sea with the submersible apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

• E02F 5/10 - Dredgers or soil-shifting machines for special purposes for digging trenches or ditches with arrangements for reinforcing trenches or ditchesDredgers or soil-shifting machines for special purposes for digging trenches or ditches with arrangements for making or assembling conduits or for laying conduits or cables
• B63B 35/04 - Cable-laying vessels
• H02G 1/10 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for laying cables, e.g. laying apparatus on vehicle in or under water
• F03D 80/80 - Arrangement of components within nacelles or towers
• F03D 13/10 - Assembly of wind motorsArrangements for erecting wind motors
• F03D 9/00 - Adaptations of wind motors for special useCombinations of wind motors with apparatus driven therebyWind motors specially adapted for installation in particular locations
• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines
• F16L 1/15 - Laying or reclaiming pipes on or under water between the surface and the bottom vertically
• F16L 1/16 - Laying or reclaiming pipes on or under water on the bottom
• G01V 1/38 - SeismologySeismic or acoustic prospecting or detecting specially adapted for water-covered areas

Goods & Services

Software for evaluating urban energy scenarios; Software for calculating energy consumption, software for storing data in relation to energy consumption, apparatus for monitoring the consumption of electrical energy, cartography software; Data management software in relation to energy consumption; Thermal energy measuring apparatus; Temperature logging apparatus; Heat regulating apparatus; Temperature monitors.

Abstract

The invention discloses a façade cladding for insulating a façade of a building comprising a multilayer panel (1) configured for being rolled along a longitudinal direction. The multilayer panel (1) comprises: an inner insulation layer (11) comprising a sheet of a thermally insulating material; an outer aesthetical layer (12) coupled to the insulation layer (11); and a plurality of connection means (13) configured for connecting the insulation layer (11) and the aesthetical layer (12), where the connection means (13) are configured for separating the insulation layer (11) and the aesthetical layer (12) such that a ventilation layer (17) allowing the passage of air is provided therebetween, and such that the insulation layer (11) can slide longitudinally with respect to the aesthetical layer (12).

IPC Classes  ?

• E04F 13/08 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings composed of covering or lining elementsSub-structures thereforFastening means therefor composed of a plurality of similar covering or lining elements
• E04F 13/00 - Coverings or linings, e.g. for walls or ceilings
• E04B 1/80 - Heat insulating elements slab-shaped
• E04B 1/78 - Heat insulating elements

Abstract

A hand rehabilitation device includes at least one support to support a thumb and to perform a flexion/extension movement for rehabilitating the thumb. The flexion/extension movement is actioned by a first transmission mechanism to which the support is connected. The device further includes another support to support the index finger and to perform a flexion/extension movement for rehabilitating the finger. The flexion/extension movement is actioned by a second transmission mechanism to which the at least one second support is connected. The device further includes another support for the three remaining fingers which is configured to perform a flexion/extension movement for rehabilitating the three remaining fingers. The flexion/extension movement is actioned by a third transmission mechanism to which the at least one third support is connected. The three transmission mechanisms are actuated by a motor; and the three flexion/extension movements of the three supports are independent from each other.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61H 1/02 - Stretching or bending apparatus for exercising

Abstract

23233 material obtainable by the process, to electrodes for CDI devices comprising said material, and to a method for removing ions from a fluid, like saline water, using the capacitive deionization device of the invention, which includes applying a voltage to the electrodes while supplying said fluid into the capacitive deionization device.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/182 - Graphene
• C02F 1/469 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by electrochemical methods by electrochemical separation, e.g. by electro-osmosis, electrodialysis, electrophoresis

Abstract

2222-triggered switchable solvent obtained in step (a), thereby the lignin is dissolved in the solvent and the cellulose is not dissolved; and (c) separating the cellulose.

IPC Classes  ?

• D21C 11/00 - Regeneration of pulp liquors
• C07G 1/00 - Low-molecular-weight derivatives of lignin
• C08H 1/00 - Macromolecular products derived from proteins
• D21C 3/20 - Pulping cellulose-containing materials with organic solvents

Abstract

An iontophoretic patch (20) for transdermal delivery of biologically active agents, comprising: at least two electrodes (8) in contact with respective at least two hydrogel reservoirs (9), wherein at least one of said hydrogel reservoirs (9) is configured to carry at least one active agent and, in use of the iontophoretic patch (20), to be disposed on a user's skin (24) and deliver said at least one active agent into the user's skin (24); a control unit (11) configured to generate a stimulation pattern comprising a plurality of stimulation parameters to be delivered to a plurality of stimuli locations on the skin; a stimulation unit (6) configured to generate a time sequence of pulses from said plurality of stimulation parameters generated by the control unit (11); a demultiplexing unit (10) configured to, from the time sequence of pulses generated by said stimulation unit (6) and from said stimuli locations generated by said control unit (11), perform independent spatio-temporal distribution of the electrical pulses comprised in said time sequence of pulses to at least one electrode of said at least two electrodes (8); at least one optical sensing system (3, 12) disposed in at least one of said hydrogel reservoirs (9), for continuously measuring an amount of said at least one active agent in said at least one hydrogel reservoir (9); a feedback unit (1) configured to estimate an actual delivery profile of said at least one active agent from said measured amount of at least one active agent; said control unit (11) being further configured to continuously modify said stimulation pattern by changing at least one of said plurality of stimulation parameters to be provided to the stimulation unit (6) and/or said stimuli locations to be provided to said demultiplexing unit (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• A61N 1/32 - Applying electric currents by contact electrodes alternating or intermittent currents
• A61N 1/04 - Electrodes
• A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61K 9/70 - Web, sheet or filament bases
• G01N 9/24 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity by observing the transmission of wave or particle radiation through the material
• G01N 9/36 - Analysing materials by measuring the density or specific gravity, e.g. determining quantity of moisture
• G01N 21/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of optical means, i.e. using sub-millimetre waves, infrared, visible or ultraviolet light
• G01N 33/15 - Medicinal preparations

Abstract

An iontophoretic patch (20) for transdermal delivery of biologically active agents, comprising: at least two electrodes (8) in contact with respective at least two hydrogel reservoirs (9), wherein at least one of said hydrogel reservoirs (9) is configured to carry at least one active agent and, in use of the iontophoretic patch (20), to be disposed on a user's skin (24) and deliver said at least one active agent into the user's skin (24); a control unit (11) configured to generate a stimulation pattern comprising a plurality of stimulation parameters to be delivered to a plurality of stimuli locations on the skin; a stimulation unit (6) configured to generate a time sequence of pulses from said plurality of stimulation parameters generated by the control unit (11); a demultiplexing unit (10) configured to, from the time sequence of pulses generated by said stimulation unit (6) and from said stimuli locations generated by said control unit (11), perform independent spatio-temporal distribution of the electrical pulses comprised in said time sequence of pulses to at least one electrode of said at least two electrodes (8); at least one optical sensing system (3, 12) disposed in at least one of said hydrogel reservoirs (9), for continuously measuring an amount of said at least one active agent in said at least one hydrogel reservoir (9); a feedback unit (1) configured to estimate an actual delivery profile of said at least one active agent from said measured amount of at least one active agent; said control unit (11) being further configured to continuously modify said stimulation pattern by changing at least one of said plurality of stimulation parameters to be provided to the stimulation unit (6) and/or said stimuli locations to be provided to said demultiplexing unit (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• A61N 1/32 - Applying electric currents by contact electrodes alternating or intermittent currents
• A61N 1/04 - Electrodes
• A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
• G01N 9/24 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity by observing the transmission of wave or particle radiation through the material
• G01N 9/36 - Analysing materials by measuring the density or specific gravity, e.g. determining quantity of moisture
• G01N 21/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of optical means, i.e. using sub-millimetre waves, infrared, visible or ultraviolet light
• G01N 33/15 - Medicinal preparations
• A61K 9/70 - Web, sheet or filament bases

Goods & Services

Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; Compositions for extinguishing and preventing fires; Tempering and soldering preparations; Substances for tanning animal skins and hides; Adhesives used in industry; Putties and other paste fillers; Compost, manures, fertilizers; Biological preparations for use in industry and science. Cement; Building materials (non-metallic); Non-metallic rigid pipes for building; Asphalt, pitch and bitumen; Non-metallic transportable buildings; Monuments, not of metal.

Abstract

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IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/02 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring
• C07D 303/14 - Compounds containing oxirane rings with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by singly or doubly bound oxygen atoms by free hydroxyl radicals
• B01J 23/02 - Catalysts comprising metals or metal oxides or hydroxides, not provided for in group of the alkali- or alkaline earth metals or beryllium
• B01J 23/20 - Vanadium, niobium or tantalum
• B01J 23/04 - Alkali metals
• B01J 37/02 - Impregnation, coating or precipitation
• B01J 37/04 - Mixing
• B01J 21/04 - Alumina
• B01J 21/06 - Silicon, titanium, zirconium or hafniumOxides or hydroxides thereof
• B01J 21/08 - Silica
• B01J 21/10 - MagnesiumOxides or hydroxides thereof
• B01J 23/10 - Catalysts comprising metals or metal oxides or hydroxides, not provided for in group of rare earths
• B01J 23/14 - Catalysts comprising metals or metal oxides or hydroxides, not provided for in group of germanium, tin or lead

Abstract

It relates to process for the extraction of rare earth elements from a starting product containing them in metal or alloy form which comprises: a) contacting the starting product containing rare earth elements in metal or alloy form with a deep eutectic solvent that consists of a mixture of a hydrogen bond acceptor (HBA) compound (A) selected from a salt of the formula Cat+X− (I), betaine or a salt thereof, and carnitine or a salt thereof; and a hydrogen bond donor (HBD) compound (B) in a molar ratio of (A) to (B) from 1:10 to 10:1, wherein the deep eutectic solvent is capable of extracting at least 50%w/w of one or more rare earth elements contained in the starting solid product in less than 5 hours, and b) separating the solvent containing the rare earth elements in dissolution from the undissolved solid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22B 7/00 - Working-up raw materials other than ores, e.g. scrap, to produce non-ferrous metals or compounds thereof
• C22B 59/00 - Obtaining rare earth metals