Goods & Services

Shirts, T-shirts, jackets, sweaters, caps, shorts, cheerleading outfits, sleepwear, athletic jerseys, sweatshirts, sweatpants, visors, hats, parkas, jogging suits, vests, neckties, sport coats, socks, belts, footwear, headbands, sweatbands, outerwear, footwear, headwear, tank tops, polo shirts, hoodies, blouses, jerseys, button-down shirts, shorts, leggings, joggers, raincoats, windbreakers, jumpsuits, rompers, nightgowns, robes, lounge pants, sleepshirts, sports bras, compression pants, bike shorts, tracksuits, and yoga pants

Abstract

Methods, systems, and computer readable media for automated sidewalk deficiency detection. In some examples, a method includes obtaining, from a mobile device, a 3D point cloud of a sidewalk section, wherein the sidewalk section includes at least one slab joint; converting the 3D point cloud into one or more elevation images; segmenting, using a machine learning model, the slab joint from the elevation images; determining, based on the segmenting, a vertical displacement of the slab joint; and identifying a potential trip hazard based on the vertical displacement.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06V 20/10 - Terrestrial scenes
• G01S 17/88 - Lidar systems, specially adapted for specific applications
• G06T 7/12 - Edge-based segmentation
• G06T 7/60 - Analysis of geometric attributes
• G06V 10/70 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to nanofibrous materials and the use of such materials to remove poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances from a solution.

IPC Classes  ?

• C02F 1/28 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by sorption
• B01J 20/24 - Naturally occurring macromolecular compounds, e.g. humic acids or their derivatives
• B01J 20/26 - Synthetic macromolecular compounds
• B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
• C02F 101/36 - Organic compounds containing halogen

Abstract

Methods and systems for intrusion detection using federated learning. In some examples, a system includes a central server configured for generating an initial security model and distributing the initial security model to edge nodes. Each edge node is configured for executing an intrusion detection system. The system includes a first subset of edge nodes each of which is configured for training a respective local security model using captured security data during live operation. The system includes a second subset of edge nodes each of which is not configured for training a local security model. The system includes fog nodes, each fog node being on a communications path between at least one edge node and the central server. At least a first fog node is configured for training a respective local security model for one or more of the edge nodes from the second subset of edge nodes.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04L 9/40 - Network security protocols
• H04L 41/16 - Arrangements for maintenance, administration or management of data switching networks, e.g. of packet switching networks using machine learning or artificial intelligence

Abstract

In some examples, a hybrid Chireix-Doherty amplifier comprises a first and second input network, a main amplifier coupled to a first output of the first input network, an auxiliary amplifier coupled to a second output of the second input network, and a combiner network. The combiner network is coupled to a first output of the main amplifier and an output of the auxiliary amplifier. The combiner network includes an output node for coupling to a load, e.g., an antenna of a base station for a radio network. The main amplifier is implemented as an inverse class-F amplifier.

IPC Classes  ?

• H03F 1/02 - Modifications of amplifiers to raise the efficiency, e.g. gliding Class A stages, use of an auxiliary oscillation
• H03F 3/60 - Amplifiers in which coupling networks have distributed constants, e.g. with waveguide resonators
• H03F 3/26 - Push-pull amplifiersPhase-splitters therefor
• H03F 3/24 - Power amplifiers, e.g. Class B amplifiers, Class C amplifiers of transmitter output stages
• H03F 1/56 - Modifications of input or output impedances, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to a highly ionically conductive solid electrolyte membrane and to batteries comprising such solid electrolyte membrane.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 8/124 - Fuel cells with solid electrolytes operating at high temperature, e.g. with stabilised ZrO2 electrolyte characterised by the process of manufacturing or by the material of the electrolyte
• H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material
• H01M 4/86 - Inert electrodes with catalytic activity, e.g. for fuel cells
• H01M 8/1004 - Fuel cells with solid electrolytes characterised by membrane-electrode assemblies [MEA]
• H01M 8/10 - Fuel cells with solid electrolytes

Abstract

Methods and systems for dynamically providing routes to users of vehicles. In some examples, a method includes determining a first traffic flow model for uninformed drivers of vehicles and determining a second traffic flow model for informed drivers of vehicles. Each of the informed drivers makes driving decisions based on receiving dynamic routes from a traffic routing system. The method includes iteratively updating the second traffic flow model using the first traffic flow model until a convergence criterion is met. The method includes sending, to at least one informed driver, a first dynamic route from a first origin to a first destination using the second traffic flow model.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08G 1/0968 - Systems involving transmission of navigation instructions to the vehicle
• G06N 20/00 - Machine learning
• G08G 1/01 - Detecting movement of traffic to be counted or controlled
• G08G 1/0967 - Systems involving transmission of highway information, e.g. weather, speed limits

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to a highly ionically conductive solid electrolyte membrane and to batteries comprising such solid electrolyte membrane.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 8/124 - Fuel cells with solid electrolytes operating at high temperature, e.g. with stabilised ZrO2 electrolyte characterised by the process of manufacturing or by the material of the electrolyte
• H01M 8/1004 - Fuel cells with solid electrolytes characterised by membrane-electrode assemblies [MEA]
• H01M 4/86 - Inert electrodes with catalytic activity, e.g. for fuel cells
• H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material
• H01M 8/10 - Fuel cells with solid electrolytes

Abstract

Methods of repairing damaged composites are described. The damaged composites can comprise a polymeric matrix and one or more layers of fibers (e.g., carbon or glass fibers). According to the described method, the damaged area of the composite is replaced by an insert comprising a core geometry and radial projections. The insert can comprise the same polymeric matrix and one or more layers of fibers as the original composite of the damaged composite. The method can provide a repaired composite with greater compressive strength and/or greater tensile strength than a composite repaired with a traditional patch having no radial projections.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 5/24 - Impregnating materials with prepolymers which can be polymerised in situ, e.g. manufacture of prepregs
• C08J 5/12 - Bonding of a preformed macromolecular material to the same or other solid material such as metal, glass, leather, e.g. using adhesives

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to oleogels, particularly to oleogels that can be used for delivering active ingredients such as probiotics. Also described herein are methods for preparing and using such delivery systems.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 9/06 - OintmentsBases therefor
• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61K 47/44 - Oils, fats or waxes according to two or more groups of Natural or modified natural oils, fats or waxes, e.g. castor oil, polyethoxylated castor oil, montan wax, lignite, shellac, rosin, beeswax or lanolin
• A61K 35/741 - Probiotics
• A23L 33/135 - Bacteria or derivatives thereof, e.g. probiotics

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to inexpensive and sustainable compositions and methods to support growth of certain bacteria. In particular, the presently disclosed methods and compositions do not rely on addition of enzymatic components to support the growth of bacteria.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 1/20 - BacteriaCulture media therefor
• C12N 1/04 - Preserving or maintaining viable microorganisms

Abstract

A curable green epoxy resin composition is described. More particularly, the curable green epoxy resin composition includes a biobinder isolated from bio-oil produced from animal waste, such as from swine manure. The biobinder can act as a curing agent for an epoxy resin component in the resin composition. Cured green epoxy resins, prepregs containing the curable green epoxy resin, and related composite materials are described. In addition, methods of preparing the curable green epoxy resin composition and of curing the curable green epoxy resin.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins
• C08G 59/06 - Polycondensates containing more than one epoxy group per molecule of polyhydroxy compounds with epihalohydrins or precursors thereof of polyhydric phenols
• C08G 59/40 - Macromolecules obtained by polymerising compounds containing more than one epoxy group per molecule using curing agents or catalysts which react with the epoxy groups characterised by the curing agents used
• C08J 5/04 - Reinforcing macromolecular compounds with loose or coherent fibrous material
• C08J 5/24 - Impregnating materials with prepolymers which can be polymerised in situ, e.g. manufacture of prepregs
• C08K 11/00 - Use of ingredients of unknown constitution, e.g. undefined reaction products
• C10G 7/06 - Vacuum distillation
• C10G 7/00 - Distillation of hydrocarbon oils

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter generally relates to environmentally friendly asphalt binder additive.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 17/00 - Compositions of reclaimed rubber
• C08F 2/46 - Polymerisation initiated by wave energy or particle radiation
• C08J 3/28 - Treatment by wave energy or particle radiation
• C08L 23/08 - Copolymers of ethene
• C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch

Abstract

Methods and systems for virtually testing an autonomous vehicle. In some examples, a method includes receiving status reports from a simulated system of the autonomous vehicle for each of a number of simulated scenes. The method uses a fuzzy approximate reasoning to take system and environmental conditions into consideration to evaluate if mismatches with truth data are reasonable or not. The method includes outputting test results for the system of the autonomous vehicle by, for each of the simulated scenes, performing operations comprising: fuzzifying status parameters from the status report for the simulated scene into fuzzy input parameters; mapping the fuzzy input parameters through a set of rules for the system of the autonomous vehicle into fuzzy output parameters; and mapping the fuzzy output parameters into one or more crisp test result outputs.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 30/27 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation using machine learning, e.g. artificial intelligence, neural networks, support vector machines [SVM] or training a model
• B60W 50/04 - Monitoring the functioning of the control system
• G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
• G06K 9/62 - Methods or arrangements for recognition using electronic means

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to a wireless charge-discharge (WCD) energy storage device that includes an anode element, a cathode element that is proximately positioned to the anode element, a receiver coil element concentrically encircling each of the anode element and the cathode element, and a transmitter coil element concentrically encircling each of the receiver coil element, the anode element, and the cathode element. The WCD storage device further includes a switch element that i) when set to a first position establishes a connection between the transmitter coil element and the cathode element that permits the transmitter coil to generate a magnetic field and ii) when set to a second position prevents the connection between the transmitter coil element and the cathode element such that the receiver coil element is configured carry an induced current when the receiver coil element is positioned within a magnetic field.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
• H01M 10/42 - Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells
• H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries

Abstract

An approach is disclosed that reduces traffic network delays by identifying optimal sensor locations for one or more time periods and by controlling traffic signals through optimized sensor deployment.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04W 24/02 - Arrangements for optimising operational condition
• H04W 16/18 - Network planning tools
• G08G 1/07 - Controlling traffic signals

Abstract

Methods, systems, and computer readable media for authenticating to a computer system. In some examples, a method includes receiving a request from a user device for authentication, the request specifying a username. The method includes determining grid information associated with the username by accessing a repository of grid information for usernames, the grid information specifying a color set. The method includes sending the color set to the user device, causing the user device to display a grid of colored tiles, each colored tile having a color specified by the color set. The method includes receiving a sequence of tile selections from the user device, each tile selection specifying a user selection of one of the colored tiles. The method includes granting or rejecting the request for authentication based on the sequence of tile selections and the grid information associated with the username.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 21/36 - User authentication by graphic or iconic representation
• G06F 21/88 - Detecting or preventing theft or loss
• G06F 3/044 - Digitisers, e.g. for touch screens or touch pads, characterised by the transducing means by capacitive means
• G06F 21/40 - User authentication by quorum, i.e. whereby two or more security principals are required

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to the delivery of electrical stimuli via cell-penetrating nanoelectrodes. Such electrical stimuli leads to differentiation of cells, including but not limited to adipose derived stem cells, to neural lineage, specifically to neural cells.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12N 13/00 - Treatment of microorganisms or enzymes with electrical or wave energy, e.g. magnetism, sonic waves
• C12N 5/0793 - Neurons

Abstract

The presently application relates generally a composition comprising swine waste biochar and cement and methods of making same.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 18/10 - Burned refuse
• C04B 28/04 - Portland cements
• C04B 40/00 - Processes, in general, for influencing or modifying the properties of mortars, concrete or artificial stone compositions, e.g. their setting or hardening ability
• C04B 14/06 - QuartzSand
• C04B 103/30 - Water reducers, plasticisers, air-entrainers
• C04B 103/12 - Set accelerators

Abstract

A curable green epoxy resin composition is described. More particularly, the curable green epoxy resin composition includes a biobinder isolated from bio-oil produced from animal waste, such as from swine manure. The biobinder can act as a curing agent for an epoxy resin component in the resin composition. Cured green epoxy resins, prepregs containing the curable green epoxy resin, and related composite materials are described. In addition, methods of preparing the curable green epoxy resin composition and of curing the curable green epoxy resin.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins
• C10G 7/06 - Vacuum distillation
• C10G 7/00 - Distillation of hydrocarbon oils
• C08G 59/06 - Polycondensates containing more than one epoxy group per molecule of polyhydroxy compounds with epihalohydrins or precursors thereof of polyhydric phenols
• C08G 59/40 - Macromolecules obtained by polymerising compounds containing more than one epoxy group per molecule using curing agents or catalysts which react with the epoxy groups characterised by the curing agents used
• C08J 5/24 - Impregnating materials with prepolymers which can be polymerised in situ, e.g. manufacture of prepregs
• C08J 5/04 - Reinforcing macromolecular compounds with loose or coherent fibrous material
• C08K 11/00 - Use of ingredients of unknown constitution, e.g. undefined reaction products

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to a wireless charge-discharge (WCD) energy storage device that includes an anode element, a cathode element that is proximately positioned to the anode element, a receiver coil element concentrically encircling each of the anode element and the cathode element, and a transmitter coil element concentrically encircling each of the receiver coil element, the anode element, and the cathode element. The WCD storage device further includes a switch element that i) when set to a first position establishes a connection between the transmitter coil element and the cathode element that permits the transmitter coil to generate a magnetic field and ii) when set to a second position prevents the connection between the transmitter coil element and the cathode element such that the receiver coil element is configured carry an induced current when the receiver coil element is positioned within a magnetic field.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
• H01M 10/46 - Accumulators structurally combined with charging apparatus

Abstract

The present application relates generally to bio-adhesive components isolated from bio-oil prepared from animal waste, methods of preparation of the bio-adhesive components and uses thereof. Such uses include, but are not limited to, asphalt bio-binders, bio-adhesion promoters, asphalt bio-rejuvenators, asphalt bio-extenders, bio-asphalt as well as uses in roofing, soil stabilization, crack and joint sealing and flooring adhesives.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 11/00 - Use of ingredients of unknown constitution, e.g. undefined reaction products
• C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
• B01D 3/10 - Vacuum distillation
• B01D 3/40 - Extractive distillation
• C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
• C09D 191/00 - Coating compositions based on oils, fats or waxesCoating compositions based on derivatives thereof
• E01C 7/35 - Topping or surface dressingsMethods of mixing, impregnating, or spreading them
• E01C 7/26 - Coherent pavings made in situ made of road-metal and binders of road-metal and bituminous binders mixed with other materials, e.g. cement, rubber, leather, fibre

Abstract

Derivatives of 6-shogaol are described herein. Also described herein are methods of preparing the derivatives, as well as methods of using the derivatives to activate Nrf2 and to treat diseases associated with inflammation and/or oxidative stress.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61P 1/18 - Drugs for disorders of the alimentary tract or the digestive system for pancreatic disorders, e.g. pancreatic enzymes
• A61P 9/00 - Drugs for disorders of the cardiovascular system
• A61K 31/12 - Ketones
• A61P 25/02 - Drugs for disorders of the nervous system for peripheral neuropathies
• A61P 27/02 - Ophthalmic agents

Abstract

Derivatives of 6-shogaol are described herein. Also described herein are methods of preparing the derivatives, as well as methods of using the derivatives to activate Nrf2 and to treat diseases associated with inflammation and/or oxidative stress.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61P 27/02 - Ophthalmic agents
• A61K 31/12 - Ketones
• A61P 9/00 - Drugs for disorders of the cardiovascular system
• A61P 25/02 - Drugs for disorders of the nervous system for peripheral neuropathies
• A61P 1/18 - Drugs for disorders of the alimentary tract or the digestive system for pancreatic disorders, e.g. pancreatic enzymes

Abstract

4, lithium-enriched variations thereof, or combinations thereof. The resulting prelithiated materials demonstrate enhanced physicochemical properties providing for high target capacity and excellent cycle stability for the batteries prepared with the materials.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
• H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries
• C01B 33/02 - Silicon
• H01M 4/58 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic compounds other than oxides or hydroxides, e.g. sulfides, selenides, tellurides, halogenides or LiCoFySelection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of polyanionic structures, e.g. phosphates, silicates or borates
• H01M 4/587 - Carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx for inserting or intercalating light metals
• H01M 4/485 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of mixed oxides or hydroxides for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiTi2O4 or LiTi2OxFy
• H01M 4/48 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides
• H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to low thermal conductivity carbon materials and methods of producing the same. In some embodiments, the carbon materials are doped with low thermally conductive nanoparticles. In some embodiments, carbon fibers are prepared by electrospinning a mixture of polymers; and/or incorporating a low thermal conductivity additive, such as nanoparticles.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 38/00 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic warePreparation thereof
• C04B 35/524 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite obtained from polymer precursors, e.g. glass-like carbon material

Abstract

The present invention provides novel aspirin derivatives useful for preventing and/or treating cancer. The novel compounds of this invention may be particularly useful for the prevention and/or treatment of cancers affecting the gastrointestinal system, such as colorectal cancer.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 37/36 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing at least one carboxylic group or a thio-analogue, or a derivative thereof, and a singly bound oxygen or sulfur atom attached to the same carbon skeleton, this oxygen or sulfur atom not being a member of a carboxylic group or of a thio-analogue, or of a derivative thereof, e.g. hydroxy-carboxylic acids
• A61K 31/60 - Salicylic acidDerivatives thereof
• C07C 69/78 - Benzoic acid esters
• C07C 69/86 - Esters of carboxylic acids having an esterified carboxyl group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring of monocyclic hydroxy carboxylic acids, the hydroxy groups and the carboxyl groups of which are bound to carbon atoms of a six-membered aromatic ring with esterified hydroxyl groups
• C07C 49/86 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing —CHO groups
• C07C 49/835 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing hydroxy groups having unsaturation outside an aromatic ring
• A61K 31/616 - Salicylic acidDerivatives thereof having the hydroxy group in position 2 esterified, e.g. salicylsulfuric acid by carboxylic acids, e.g. acetylsalicylic acid

Abstract

2+ influx.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 48/00 - Medicinal preparations containing genetic material which is inserted into cells of the living body to treat genetic diseasesGene therapy
• C07H 21/02 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with ribosyl as saccharide radical
• C07H 21/04 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with deoxyribosyl as saccharide radical
• C12N 15/113 - Non-coding nucleic acids modulating the expression of genes, e.g. antisense oligonucleotides
• A61K 31/713 - Double-stranded nucleic acids or oligonucleotides
• A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61K 9/127 - Synthetic bilayered vehicles, e.g. liposomes or liposomes with cholesterol as the only non-phosphatidyl surfactant
• A61K 47/69 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers or inert additivesTargeting or modifying agents chemically bound to the active ingredient the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer-drug conjugates the conjugate being characterised by physical or galenical forms, e.g. emulsion, particle, inclusion complex, stent or kit
• C07K 16/28 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants

Abstract

The present invention provides novel aspirin derivatives useful for preventing and/or treating cancer. The novel compounds of this invention may be particularly useful for the prevention and/or treatment of cancers affecting the gastrointestinal system, such as colorectal cancer.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 37/36 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing at least one carboxylic group or a thio-analogue, or a derivative thereof, and a singly bound oxygen or sulfur atom attached to the same carbon skeleton, this oxygen or sulfur atom not being a member of a carboxylic group or of a thio-analogue, or of a derivative thereof, e.g. hydroxy-carboxylic acids
• A61K 31/60 - Salicylic acidDerivatives thereof
• C07C 69/78 - Benzoic acid esters
• C07C 49/835 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing hydroxy groups having unsaturation outside an aromatic ring
• C07C 49/86 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing —CHO groups
• C07C 69/86 - Esters of carboxylic acids having an esterified carboxyl group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring of monocyclic hydroxy carboxylic acids, the hydroxy groups and the carboxyl groups of which are bound to carbon atoms of a six-membered aromatic ring with esterified hydroxyl groups

Abstract

A method of thermographic nondestructive evaluation may include heating a portion of a surface of an object from a first surface temperature to a second surface temperature that is greater than the first surface temperature, collecting a plurality of thermal images of the portion of the surface of the object, detecting the sound zone of the portion of the surface of the object, determining a characteristic time corresponding to a time after the heating of the portion of the surface of the object wherein the sound zone of the surface of the object approaches a steady state temperature, normalizing temperature data of the plurality of thermal images with respect to the characteristic time and the steady state temperature, and detecting the defect zone based on differences between normalized temperature data of pixels of the defect zone and normalized temperature data of pixels of the sound.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06K 9/46 - Extraction of features or characteristics of the image

Abstract

The present application relates generally to bio-adhesive components isolated from bio-oil prepared from animal waste, methods of preparation of the bio-adhesive components and uses thereof. Such uses include, but are not limited to, asphalt bio-binders, bio-adhesion promoters, asphalt bio-rejuvenators, asphalt bio-extenders, bio-asphalt as well as uses in roofing, soil stabilization, crack and joint sealing and flooring adhesives.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 11/00 - Use of ingredients of unknown constitution, e.g. undefined reaction products
• E01C 7/35 - Topping or surface dressingsMethods of mixing, impregnating, or spreading them
• C09D 191/00 - Coating compositions based on oils, fats or waxesCoating compositions based on derivatives thereof
• C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
• B01D 3/10 - Vacuum distillation
• B01D 3/40 - Extractive distillation
• C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
• E01C 7/26 - Coherent pavings made in situ made of road-metal and binders of road-metal and bituminous binders mixed with other materials, e.g. cement, rubber, leather, fibre

Abstract

The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to antifungal nanofibrous materials and the use of such materials.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 43/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing heterocyclic compounds having rings with one or more oxygen or sulfur atoms as the only ring hetero atom with one hetero atom six-membered rings with oxygen as the ring hetero atom
• A01N 37/34 - Nitriles
• C09D 5/16 - Anti-fouling paintsUnderwater paints
• C09D 101/12 - Cellulose acetate
• C09D 7/40 - Additives
• C08K 7/02 - Fibres or whiskers
• C08L 1/12 - Cellulose acetate
• C08L 33/20 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acrylonitrile

Abstract

The present application relates generally to paper-based magnesium batteries, and the manufacture and use thereof, such as in wearable or point of care devices.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 6/32 - Deferred-action cells activated through external addition of electrolyte or of electrolyte components
• H01M 6/40 - Printed batteries
• H01M 4/06 - Electrodes for primary cells
• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 6/12 - Dry cells, i.e. cells wherein the electrolyte is rendered non-fluid with flat electrodes
• H01M 6/22 - Immobilising of electrolyte
• H01M 4/04 - Processes of manufacture in general
• H01M 6/46 - Grouping of primary cells into batteries of flat cells

Abstract

The present subject matter relates generally to the derivatization of highly-aligned carbon nanotube sheet substrates with one or more transition metal centers and to uses of the resulting metal-derivatized CNT sheet substrates.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 16/00 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition [CVD] processes
• B01J 23/40 - Catalysts comprising metals or metal oxides or hydroxides, not provided for in group of noble metals of the platinum group metals
• B01J 23/48 - Silver or gold
• B01J 23/72 - Copper
• H01M 4/90 - Selection of catalytic material
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• B01J 27/20 - Carbon compounds
• B01J 35/00 - Catalysts, in general, characterised by their form or physical properties
• B32B 37/14 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers
• B32B 38/10 - Removing layers, or parts of layers, mechanically or chemically
• C07C 1/12 - Preparation of hydrocarbons from one or more compounds, none of them being a hydrocarbon from oxides of carbon from carbon dioxide with hydrogen
• C10G 2/00 - Production of liquid hydrocarbon mixtures of undefined composition from oxides of carbon
• C23C 14/18 - Metallic material, boron or silicon on other inorganic substrates
• C23C 16/44 - 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 method of coating
• C25B 1/00 - Electrolytic production of inorganic compounds or non-metals
• C25B 3/04 - Electrolytic production of organic compounds by reduction
• C25D 5/54 - Electroplating of non-metallic surfaces
• H01M 4/88 - Processes of manufacture
• H01M 4/92 - Metals of platinum group
• H01M 8/0202 - CollectorsSeparators, e.g. bipolar separatorsInterconnectors
• C01B 32/168 - After-treatment
• C01B 32/174 - DerivatisationSolubilisationDispersion in solvents
• C01B 32/40 - Carbon monoxide

Abstract

The present application relates generally to the treatment of peanuts, red skin peanuts and/or peanut skins with an enzyme, in particular an endopeptidase enzyme such as a subtilisin, for example, alcalase, optionally in combination with an enzyme having exopeptidase activity, or in combination with ultrasonic treatment. The peanuts, red skin peanuts and/or peanut skins being treated can be raw, wet or dry blanched, roasted, or blanched and roasted.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23L 5/20 - Removal of unwanted matter, e.g. deodorisation or detoxification
• A23L 19/00 - Products from fruits or vegetablesPreparation or treatment thereof

Abstract

2+ influx.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07H 21/02 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with ribosyl as saccharide radical
• C07H 21/04 - Compounds containing two or more mononucleotide units having separate phosphate or polyphosphate groups linked by saccharide radicals of nucleoside groups, e.g. nucleic acids with deoxyribosyl as saccharide radical
• C12N 15/113 - Non-coding nucleic acids modulating the expression of genes, e.g. antisense oligonucleotides
• A61K 31/713 - Double-stranded nucleic acids or oligonucleotides
• A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61K 47/48 - Medicinal preparations characterised by the non-active ingredients used, e.g. carriers, inert additives the non-active ingredient being chemically bound to the active ingredient, e.g. polymer drug conjugates
• A61K 9/127 - Synthetic bilayered vehicles, e.g. liposomes or liposomes with cholesterol as the only non-phosphatidyl surfactant
• C07K 16/28 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from animals or humans against receptors, cell surface antigens or cell surface determinants

Abstract

A lithium deficient cathode active material for lithium-ion batteries is described. More particularly, the lithium deficient cathode active material can have multiphase structures, including both a layered or hexagonal structure (e.g., having an R-3m space group) and a spinel structure (e.g., having a Fd-3m space group). Batteries including the cathode active material and methods of preparing the cathode active material are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 4/525 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of nickel, cobalt or iron of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing iron, cobalt or nickel for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiNiO2, LiCoO2 or LiCoOxFy
• H01M 4/505 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of manganese of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing manganese for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiMn2O4 or LiMn2OxFy
• H01M 4/58 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic compounds other than oxides or hydroxides, e.g. sulfides, selenides, tellurides, halogenides or LiCoFySelection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of polyanionic structures, e.g. phosphates, silicates or borates
• H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries

Abstract

The present invention provides novel aspirin derivatives useful for preventing and/or treating cancer. The novel compounds of this invention may be particularly useful for the prevention and/or treatment of cancers affecting the gastrointestinal system, such as colorectal cancer.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/60 - Salicylic acidDerivatives thereof
• C07C 69/78 - Benzoic acid esters
• C07C 49/86 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing —CHO groups
• C07C 69/86 - Esters of carboxylic acids having an esterified carboxyl group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring of monocyclic hydroxy carboxylic acids, the hydroxy groups and the carboxyl groups of which are bound to carbon atoms of a six-membered aromatic ring with esterified hydroxyl groups
• C07C 49/835 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing hydroxy groups having unsaturation outside an aromatic ring

Abstract

Disclosed herein are folded sheets of material for use as a structural member and assembly thereof. According to an aspect, a sheet of material defines one or more tabs, slots, and a plurality of fold lines. The fold lines are spaced such that folding the sheet along the fold lines places the slots in substantial alignment for receiving the at least one tab such that a structural member having a web formed in an interior thereof is formed.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16S 3/08 - Assemblies of elongated members forming frameworks, e.g. gratings
• B32B 1/06 - Layered products essentially having a general shape other than plane characterised by fillings or added members in hollow portions
• B32B 3/04 - 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 a layer folded at the edge, e.g. over another layer
• B32B 1/08 - Tubular products
• A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
• A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
• A47C 5/00 - Chairs of special materials
• F16B 12/46 - Non-metal corner connections
• F16B 7/00 - Connections of rods or tubes, e.g. of non-circular section, mutually, including resilient connections
• B65D 19/00 - Pallets or like platforms, with or without side walls, for supporting loads to be lifted or lowered
• B32B 3/26 - 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 a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered 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 a layer with cavities or internal voids
• A63H 33/06 - Building blocks, strips or similar building parts to be assembled without the use of additional elements
• F16B 12/00 - Jointing of furniture or the like, e.g. hidden from exterior
• B32B 3/02 - 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
• 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
• A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
• A47B 96/20 - Furniture panels or like furniture elements

Abstract

The present application discloses carbonaceous nano-fibrous materials developed by electrospinning mixtures of alkali lignin with a polymer at varied mass ratios. The present application also discloses processing of the lignin/polymer fibers via progressive heat treatments for stabilization, pre-carbonization and carbonization. The resulting carbon nanofibers maintain a uniform shape and have high specific surface area.

IPC Classes  ?

• D01F 9/17 - Carbon filamentsApparatus specially adapted for the manufacture thereof by decomposition of organic filaments from products of vegetable origin or derivatives thereof, e.g. from cellulose acetat from lignin
• H01G 11/34 - Carbon-based characterised by carbonisation or activation of carbon
• D01D 5/00 - Formation of filaments, threads, or the like
• D01F 9/14 - Carbon filamentsApparatus specially adapted for the manufacture thereof by decomposition of organic filaments
• H01G 11/24 - Electrodes characterised by structural features of the materials making up or comprised in the electrodes, e.g. form, surface area or porosityElectrodes characterised by the structural features of powders or particles used therefor
• H01G 11/36 - Nanostructures, e.g. nanofibres, nanotubes or fullerenes

Abstract

The present subject matter relates generally to the derivatization of highly- aligned carbon nanotube sheet substrates with one or more transition metal centers and to uses of the resulting metal-derivatized CNT sheet substrates.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 31/00 - Carbon; Compounds thereof
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups

Abstract

The present application relates generally to paper-based magnesium batteries, and the manufacture and use thereof, such as in wearable or point of care devices.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 6/46 - Grouping of primary cells into batteries of flat cells
• H01M 4/46 - Alloys based on magnesium or aluminium
• H01M 8/24 - Grouping of fuel cells, e.g. stacking of fuel cells

Abstract

The present application relates generally to bio-adhesive components isolated from bio-oil prepared from animal waste, methods of preparation of the bio-adhesive components and uses thereof. Such uses include, but are not limited to, asphalt bio-binders, bio-adhesion promoters, asphalt bio-rejuvenators, asphalt bio-extenders, bio-asphalt as well as uses in roofing, soil stabilization, crack and joint sealing and flooring adhesives.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
• C08L 91/00 - Compositions of oils, fats or waxesCompositions of derivatives thereof
• C08K 11/00 - Use of ingredients of unknown constitution, e.g. undefined reaction products
• B01D 3/10 - Vacuum distillation
• B01D 3/40 - Extractive distillation
• C09D 195/00 - Coating compositions based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
• C09D 191/00 - Coating compositions based on oils, fats or waxesCoating compositions based on derivatives thereof
• E01C 7/35 - Topping or surface dressingsMethods of mixing, impregnating, or spreading them
• E01C 7/26 - Coherent pavings made in situ made of road-metal and binders of road-metal and bituminous binders mixed with other materials, e.g. cement, rubber, leather, fibre

Abstract

The present application relates generally to bio-adhesive components isolated from bio-oil prepared from animal waste, methods of preparation of the bio-adhesive components and uses thereof. Such uses include, but are not limited to, asphalt bio-binders, bio-adhesion promoters, asphalt bio- rejuvenators, asphalt bio-extenders, bio-asphalt as well as uses in roofing, soil stabilization, crack and joint sealing and flooring adhesives.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09J 191/00 - Adhesives based on oils, fats or waxesAdhesives based on derivatives thereof
• C09J 11/00 - Features of adhesives not provided for in group , e.g. additives
• C09J 195/00 - Adhesives based on bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
• E01C 7/18 - Coherent pavings made in situ made of road-metal and binders of road-metal and bituminous binders

Abstract

The present invention provides novel aspirin derivatives useful for preventing and/or treating cancer. The novel compounds of this invention may be particularly useful for the prevention and/or treatment of cancers affecting the gastrointestinal system, such as colorectal cancer.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01N 37/36 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing at least one carboxylic group or a thio-analogue, or a derivative thereof, and a singly bound oxygen or sulfur atom attached to the same carbon skeleton, this oxygen or sulfur atom not being a member of a carboxylic group or of a thio-analogue, or of a derivative thereof, e.g. hydroxy-carboxylic acids
• A61K 31/60 - Salicylic acidDerivatives thereof
• C07C 69/78 - Benzoic acid esters
• C07C 49/86 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing —CHO groups
• C07C 69/86 - Esters of carboxylic acids having an esterified carboxyl group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring of monocyclic hydroxy carboxylic acids, the hydroxy groups and the carboxyl groups of which are bound to carbon atoms of a six-membered aromatic ring with esterified hydroxyl groups
• C07C 49/835 - Ketones containing a keto group bound to a six-membered aromatic ring containing hydroxy groups having unsaturation outside an aromatic ring

Abstract

The present invention provides methods of generating scalable patterned features on a substrate. The methods includes ejecting a succession of droplets; applying a force to the droplets in a manner such that the droplets travel along a designated path; altering the properties of one or more of the droplets in a manner so as to adjust the size of the droplets; and depositing the droplets on the substrate to generate patterned features on the substrate. The present invention also provides apparatuses for generating scalable patterned features on a substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B41J 2/02 - Ink jet characterised by the jet generation process generating a continuous ink jet

Abstract

The present invention provides methods of controlling properties of a thin film applied to a substrate whereby the properties of the thin film may be controlled by the surface morphology of the substrate. Methods of increasing a deposition rate of an electroless plating process applied to a substrate, controlling the grain size distribution and/or grain size of a thin film applied to a substrate and maintaining a uniform overpotential of an electroless plating process on a substrate are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• B05D 1/18 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials performed by dipping
• B05D 3/10 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by other chemical means

Abstract

The present invention provides a process for forming a composite material. The present invention further provides methods of improving the fiber volume fraction and/or the dimensional thickness of a composite panel.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 43/02 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding materialApparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
• B29C 70/44 - Shaping or impregnating by compression for producing articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles using isostatic pressure, e.g. pressure difference-moulding, vacuum bag-moulding, autoclave-moulding or expanding rubber-moulding