The present invention relates to the field of mechanical engineering and heat transfer. In particular, it provides a plate heat exchanger based on a surface constructed from the Hilbert curve, characterized in that it comprises a three-dimensional structure of substantially quadrangular shape, formed by a plurality of stacked metal plates; a metal shell operatively covering said substantially quadrangular three-dimensional structure; a set of double channels for the circulation of a fluid 1 and of a fluid 2, which completely covers each of the metal plates forming said plurality of metal plates, following a Hilbert curve of arbitrary order; and a first main collector double duct for the fluid 1 that has passed through the channels in the plates, and a second main collector double duct for the fluid 2 that has passed through the complementary channels of the plates.
F28D 1/03 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary conduit assemblies for one heat-exchange medium only, the media being in contact with different sides of the conduit wall, in which the other heat-exchange medium is a large body of fluid, e.g. domestic or motor car radiators with the heat-exchange conduits immersed in the body of fluid with plate-like or laminated conduits
F28F 3/02 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations
F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning
F28F 3/14 - Elements constructed in the shape of a hollow panel, e.g. with channels by separating portions of a pair of joined sheets to form channels, e.g. by inflation
F28F 13/06 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing by affecting the pattern of flow of the heat-exchange media
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MEMBRANE COMPRISING BIOPOLYMERS AND CARBON NANOMATERIALS FOR REMOVING HEAVY METALS IN POLLUTED WATERS
The present invention relates to a membrane for removing heavy metals present in water or other solutions contaminated with said heavy metals, wherein said membrane comprises carbon nanomaterials and a mixture of natural biopolymers, preferably nanocellulose, carbon nanotubes and diatom biomass. The present invention also comprises a method for obtaining said membrane, and a method for removing heavy metals in water or other solutions comprising the use of said membrane.
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
B01J 20/20 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising free carbonSolid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising carbon obtained by carbonising processes
B01J 20/24 - Naturally occurring macromolecular compounds, e.g. humic acids or their derivatives
B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating
C01B 32/162 - Preparation characterised by catalysts
C02F 1/28 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by sorption
C02F 101/20 - Heavy metals or heavy metal compounds
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CARPENTRY TOOL FOR HUMAN-ROBOT COLLABORATIVE STEREOTOMY USING A COLLABORATIVE INDUSTRIAL ROBOT SYSTEM CONTROLLED BY ARTIFICIAL VISION CAPABILITIES THAT LOCATES, RECOGNISES AND EXECUTES MACHINING INSTRUCTIONS HAND-DRAWN BY A CARPENTER ON A WORK PIECE, AND OPERATING METHOD
Described is a carpentry tool for human-robot collaborative stereotomy using a collaborative industrial robot system controlled by artificial vision capabilities that locates, recognizes, and executes machining instructions hand-drawn by a carpenter on a workpiece, which can be in installed permanently in a factory or temporarily on site and is formed by a transport unit and a collaborative industrial robot system comprising a control system, a vacuum generator, a backup power system, a positioning means, a user interface, a detection system, an alert system, a manipulator, a horizontal linear movement shaft, a robotic tool changer, an end-effector rack, an automatically changeable eye-in-hand vision system, and a plurality of interchangeable cutting tools; and a method for operating said tool.
B25J 11/00 - Manipulators not otherwise provided for
B25J 13/08 - Controls for manipulators by means of sensing devices, e.g. viewing or touching devices
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Compositions comprising resinous exudate metabolites from plants of the genus Adesmia, used to control and treat infections in plant crops; and methods for controlling infections in plant crops.
PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE VALPARAÍSO (Chile)
UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA FEDERICO SANTA MARÍA (Chile)
Inventor
Chamy Maggi, Rolando Arturo
Díaz Peralta, Katy Paulina
Madrid Villegas, Alejandro
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for controlling infections in plant crops, comprising the application of metabolites to crops infected with various microorganisms, such as microorganisms of the genus Pseudomonas, Erwinia, Bacillus, Botrytis and Phytophthora. The invention also relates to the use of a compound selected from: 2′,4′-dihydroxy-3-(methyl-2-buten-1-yl) dihydrochalcone (1); glabranine (2), isochordine (3), 2′,4′-dihydroxychalcone (4), 7-Hydroxyflavanone (5), chordine (6), izalpinine (7), 2′,4′-dihydroxydihydrochalcone (8), 2′,4′-dimethoxydihydrochalcone (9) and 2′,4′,6′-trihydroxy chalcone (10), in order to prepare an agrochemical composition to control infections in plant crops.
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 35/02 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having two bonds to hetero atoms with at the most one bond to halogen, e.g. aldehyde radical containing aliphatically bound aldehyde or keto groups, or thio-analogues thereofDerivatives thereof, e.g. acetals
A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof
A switching cell for a power converter device including: a first switch, second switch, third switch and fourth switch connected in series one after the other; a fifth switch connected to the point between the second switch and the third switch; a sixth switch connected in series with the fifth switch and with a reference point; a first AC link connected to the point between the first switch and the second switch and to the point between the fifth switch and the sixth switch; and a second AC link connected to the point between the third switch and the fourth switch and to the point between the fifth switch and the sixth switch.
H02M 1/10 - Arrangements incorporating converting means for enabling loads to be operated at will from different kinds of power supplies, e.g. from AC or DC
H03K 17/687 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking characterised by the use of specified components by the use, as active elements, of semiconductor devices the devices being field-effect transistors
H03K 17/74 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking characterised by the use of specified components by the use, as active elements, of diodes
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METHOD FOR PRODUCING A WINE WITH REDUCED ETHANOL AND IMPROVED ORGANOLEPTIC PROPERTIES FROM CANDIDA YEASTS
The invention relates to a fermentation method for producing wine with reduced ethanol and with improved organoleptic properties using non-Saccharomyces yeasts of the genus Candida, particularly Candida oleophila, Candida boidinii or a mixture thereof. The method involves the inoculation of grape juice with the yeasts and fermentation of the inoculated juice for a period of time between 8 and 20 days. The invention also relates to the yeasts used in said method.
The invention provides a single-stage partial power inverter for transforming a DC signal into an AC signal comprising: a galvanically isolated DC-DC converter in a partial power configuration, having a voltage input and a voltage output; an inverter bridge connected to said voltage output of the DC-DC converter in a partial power configuration; a control loop configured to control a switching cycle of the DC-DC converter; wherein said control loop is configured to control said switching cycle of the DC-DC converter so that the voltage signal at said voltage output has a rectified AC waveform, said rectified AC waveform having a frequency that is twice a fundamental frequency of said AC signal; and wherein said inverter bridge is operated at a switching frequency that is twice the fundamental frequency of said AC signal.
H02M 1/12 - Arrangements for reducing harmonics from AC input or output
H02M 3/335 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output with intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode to produce the intermediate AC using devices of a triode or a transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only
H02M 7/5387 - Conversion of DC power input into AC power output without possibility of reversal by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only, e.g. single switched pulse inverters in a bridge configuration
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CHEMICALLY CONVERTING REVERSE OSMOSIS MEMBRANES
The present invention belongs to the field of technologies aimed at recovering and recycling membranes previously used in industrial processes. In particular, the invention relates to a system and a method for chemically converting previously used reverse osmosis membranes for their subsequent recycling.
The present invention relates to the field of computing arrangements based on computational models and mathematical models. In particular, the invention discloses a system and a method for classifying seismological signals coming from fibre-optic distributed acoustic sensors (11) by means of a neural network architecture (14).
The invention provides a partial power DC-DC converter with controllable topology, comprising: a galvanically isolated DC-DC converter having a positive and negative input; a positive and negative output; a DC voltage input electrically connected to said positive input of the DC-DC converter; an input reference; a DC voltage output electrically connected to said positive output of the DC-DC converter; an output reference electrically connected to said input reference; said partial power DC-DC converter additionally comprising: a first switch for selectively connecting said positive input to said negative output of the DC-DC converter; a second switch for selectively connecting said negative input of the DC-DC converter to said input reference; a third switch for selectively connecting said negative output of the DC-DC converter to said output reference; and a fourth switch for selectively connecting said positive output to said negative input of the DC-DC converter.
H02M 3/335 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output with intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode to produce the intermediate AC using devices of a triode or a transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only
H02M 3/158 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output without intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only with automatic control of output voltage or current, e.g. switching regulators including plural semiconductor devices as final control devices for a single load
H02M 3/28 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output with intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode to produce the intermediate AC
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Partial power DC-DC converter with controllable topology
The invention provides a partial power DC-DC converter with controllable topology comprising: a galvanically isolated DC-DC converter having a positive input, a negative input, a positive output, and a negative output; a first DC voltage input electrically connected to said negative output of the DC-DC converter; an input reference; a first DC voltage output electrically connected to said positive output of the DC-DC converter; and an output reference electrically connected to said input reference and said negative input of the DC-DC converter; wherein said partial power DC-DC converter additionally comprises: a first switch arranged to selectively connect said first DC voltage input to said positive input of the DC-DC converter; and a second switch arranged to selectively connect said positive output of the DC-DC converter to said positive input of the DC-DC converter.
H02M 3/335 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output with intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode to produce the intermediate AC using devices of a triode or a transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only
H02M 3/158 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output without intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only with automatic control of output voltage or current, e.g. switching regulators including plural semiconductor devices as final control devices for a single load
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE OPERATING STATE OF SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES
The present invention relates to the monitoring of photovoltaic systems, and in particular provides a system for determining the operating state of a solar photovoltaic module that include means for acquiring a voltage signal, operatively connected to a voltage output of said solar photovoltaic module; and a processor operatively connected to said means for acquiring said output voltage signal which, by using Fourier transforms and reference spectra, determines the operating state of the solar photovoltaic module. The present invention further provides a method for determining the operating state of solar photovoltaic modules.
The present invention relates to the field of electronics, specifically to measurements of electrical variables. In particular, the invention provides a multisensory system for detecting surface discharges in insulators of primary equipment, which is characterised in that it comprises: a sensor-based system that uses remote measurement of electromagnetic radiation, wherein the system contains an antenna-type sensor of electromagnetic signals that measures frequencies in the range of gigahertz, and an acoustic sensor; a filter that limits the bandwidth permitted by the sensors; a system for acquiring and analysing data obtained by the sensors, by means of artificial intelligence; and a constant voltage source for powering the sensors, wherein the data analysis system generates a final diagnosis of the status of the insulator.
The present invention relates to an automatic cleaning apparatus for solar collectors, photovoltaic panels, windows and similar surfaces, the apparatus comprising an elastic brush 10 consisting of an elastic cord 20 with bristles 30 inserted therein. The ends of the cord are hooked on discs 50 by hooks 40 that rotate by means of two motors 60 driven synchronously and controlled by a central unit 70. The cord vibrates and a circularly polarised standing wave is established therein. The brush 10 is secured to a carriage 80 that moves by means of wheels 90, driven by motors 100, along the photovoltaic panel.
The present invention relates to a method for rapidly obtaining albumin nanoparticles loaded with magnetic nanoparticles, which comprises steps with ultra-high speed agitation. This method allows obtaining said nanoparticles in less than minutes with encapsulation efficiency higher than 90%.
A61K 47/64 - Drug-peptide, drug-protein or drug-polyamino acid conjugates, i.e. the modifying agent being a peptide, protein or polyamino acid which is covalently bonded or complexed to a therapeutically active agent
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
The present invention relates to an in vitro system for automatic chewing of solid and semi-solid food intended to simulate the human chewing process of a food sample, comprising a lower toothed ring and an upper toothed ring; and further comprising a force lever consisting of an arm from which a lead weight hangs, which is moved along the arm via the traction exerted by an electric motor controlled by a microcontroller board, which is connected by a spindle to the upper toothed ring; and wherein the shearing action is provided by an electric motor controlled by a microprocessor board which is connected to the shaft of the upper toothed ring via a chain. A second objective of the invention comprises a method for automatic chewing with controlled force and a specific number of chewing cycles and shear angle.
G01N 3/38 - Investigating strength properties of solid materials by application of mechanical stress by applying repeated or pulsating forces generated by electromagnetic means
PSYCHROTOLERANT BACTERIAL STRAINS AMCR2B AND/OR AMTR8 OF THE GENUS PSEUDOMONAS WITH PLANT GROWTH-PROMOTING AND COLD STRESS PROTECTIVE ACTIVITIES IN PLANTS
The present invention relates to a biological product made up of psychrotolerant bacteria of the genus Pseudomonas, strains AMCR2B and/or AMTR8, that are useful for promoting plant growth, protecting plants against cold stress, and controlling ice-nucleating phytopathogenic bacteria. The invention includes a method for preparing this biological product and uses thereof to relieve cold and freezing stress in plants.
A wearable voice detection system in the form of a necklace is disclosed, which allows to monitor the use of the voice in everyday conditions of use by means of an autonomous operation, and to maintain at the same time the accuracy and integrity of the signals obtained. The system comprises: a sensor device comprising a sound detection means and an accelerometer registering sound signals and acceleration variations in the skin of a user; a control device in electrical communication with the sensor device, the control device comprising processing means and data transmission means; wherein the control device is configured to receive and process the signals obtained by the sensor device and to transmit processed data to an external location.
A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
G10L 25/66 - Speech or voice analysis techniques not restricted to a single one of groups specially adapted for particular use for comparison or discrimination for extracting parameters related to health condition
G10L 25/84 - Detection of presence or absence of voice signals for discriminating voice from noise
H04R 1/46 - Special adaptations for use as contact microphones, e.g. on musical instrument, on stethoscope
H04R 3/04 - Circuits for transducers for correcting frequency response
G06T 11/20 - Drawing from basic elements, e.g. lines or circles
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ASSISTING WITH THE DIAGNOSIS OF OTOLARYNGOLOGIC DISEASES FROM THE ANALYSIS OF IMAGES
The present invention provides a system and a method for assisting in the diagnosis of diseases from otolaryngology images that comprises: an apparatus for the acquisition of images of otolaryngologic endoscopy; a processor, operatively connected to said apparatus for the acquisition of otolaryngologic endoscopy images; and a user interface comprising a screen, said user interface operatively connected to said processor; wherein said processor is configured to: recognize a type of otolaryngologic endoscopic examination apparatus to which said apparatus belongs; obtain a plurality of images of otolaryngologic endoscopy from said apparatus; display said plurality of images on said screen; and identify, from said plurality of images, whether the same corresponds to any disease or to a healthy patient.
G06V 10/764 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using classification, e.g. of video objects
A method for measuring a concentration of molecules, characterized in that the method measures the concentration of molecules dissolved in a continuous phase of a colloid and includes obtaining a test sample by mixing a number of molecules with a volume of colloid, obtaining a control sample by mixing a number of molecules with a volume of a composition comprising a particle-free solution extracted from a fraction of the continuous phase of same colloid used in the obtaining the test sample, so that a value of the concentration of molecules in the mixture is equal to the value of the concentration of molecules in the test sample obtained in the obtaining the test sample, and submitting the test and the control samples obtained in the obtaining the test sample and obtaining the control sample to a process in order to concentrate the particles of the test sample.
CARPENTRY TOOL FOR HUMAN-ROBOT COLLABORATIVE STEREOTOMY USING A COLLABORATIVE INDUSTRIAL ROBOT SYSTEM CONTROLLED BY ARTIFICIAL VISION CAPABILITIES THAT LOCATES, RECOGNISES AND EXECUTES MACHINING INSTRUCTIONS HAND-DRAWN BY A CARPENTER ON A WORK PIECE, AND OPERATING METHOD
Described is a carpentry tool for human-robot collaborative stereotomy using a collaborative industrial robot system controlled by artificial vision capabilities that locates, recognises and executes machining instructions hand-drawn by a carpenter on a work piece. The tool can be in installed permanently in a factory or temporarily on site and is formed by a transport unit and a collaborative industrial robot system comprising a control system, a vacuum generator, a backup power system, a positioning means, a user interface, a detection system, an alert system, a manipulator, a horizontal linear movement shaft, a robotic tool changer, a rack of end effectors, an automatically changing eye-in-hand system and a plurality of interchangeable cutting tools. A method for operating the tool is also described.
B23Q 35/127 - Means for transforming movement of the feeler or the like into feed movement of tool or work involving electrical means using non-mechanical sensing
B23Q 35/38 - FeelersFeeler units designed for sensing the pattern, model, or drawing without physical contact
B23Q 35/40 - FeelersFeeler units designed for sensing the pattern, model, or drawing without physical contact involving optical or photoelectrical systems
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DUAL SYSTEM FOR HEATING AIR OR OTHER GASES BY MEANS OF DIRECT OR INDIRECT COMBUSTION
The present invention provides a dual system for heating air or other gases, comprising: a modular device that includes an external casing, a main inlet conduit connected to a combustion chamber and positioned inside a heat exchanger, wherein said combustion chamber comprises an ignition source; fluid driving means connected to the main inlet conduit and to the combustion chamber; a pair of manifolds, wherein one of the manifolds is connected to the heat exchanger by means of an opening and closing mechanism; a gas discharge conduit connected to the manifold by means of said opening and closing mechanism; and a controller connected to said ignition source and to said fluid driving means; wherein said controller is configured to start said ignition source and activate said fluid driving means.
F24H 3/04 - Air heaters with forced circulation the air being in direct contact with the heating medium, e.g. electric heating element
F24H 3/06 - Air heaters with forced circulation the air being kept separate from the heating medium, e.g. using forced circulation of air over radiators
F24H 3/08 - Air heaters with forced circulation the air being kept separate from the heating medium, e.g. using forced circulation of air over radiators by tubes
F23D 14/02 - Premix gas burners, i.e. in which gaseous fuel is mixed with combustion air upstream of the combustion zone
F28D 7/16 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary tubular conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall the conduits being arranged in parallel spaced relation
F28F 27/02 - Control arrangements or safety devices specially adapted for heat-exchange or heat-transfer apparatus for controlling the distribution of heat-exchange media between different channels
The present invention relates to the field of mechanical engineering and heat transfer. In particular, it provides a plate heat exchanger based on a surface constructed from the Hilbert curve, characterised in that it comprises a three-dimensional structure of substantially quadrangular shape, formed by a plurality of stacked metal plates; a metal casing operatively covering said substantially quadrangular three-dimensional structure; a set of double channels for the circulation of a fluid 1 and a fluid 2, which completely covers each of the metal plates that form said plurality of metal plates following a Hilbert curve of arbitrary order; and a first double main duct for collecting the fluid 1 that has passed through the channels in the plates and a second double main duct for collecting the fluid 2 that has passed through the complementary channels of the plates.
F28D 1/02 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary conduit assemblies for one heat-exchange medium only, the media being in contact with different sides of the conduit wall, in which the other heat-exchange medium is a large body of fluid, e.g. domestic or motor car radiators with the heat-exchange conduits immersed in the body of fluid
F28D 1/03 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary conduit assemblies for one heat-exchange medium only, the media being in contact with different sides of the conduit wall, in which the other heat-exchange medium is a large body of fluid, e.g. domestic or motor car radiators with the heat-exchange conduits immersed in the body of fluid with plate-like or laminated conduits
F28D 7/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary tubular conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
F28D 9/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary plate-like or laminated conduit assemblies for both heat-exchange media, the media being in contact with different sides of a conduit wall
F28D 20/00 - Heat storage plants or apparatus in generalRegenerative heat-exchange apparatus not covered by groups or
F28F 3/00 - Plate-like or laminated elementsAssemblies of plate-like or laminated elements
F28F 3/02 - Elements or assemblies thereof with means for increasing heat-transfer area, e.g. with fins, with recesses, with corrugations
F28F 3/08 - Elements constructed for building-up into stacks, e.g. capable of being taken apart for cleaning
F28F 3/12 - Elements constructed in the shape of a hollow panel, e.g. with channels
F28F 9/00 - CasingsHeader boxesAuxiliary supports for elementsAuxiliary members within casings
F28F 13/00 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing
F28F 13/06 - Arrangements for modifying heat transfer, e.g. increasing, decreasing by affecting the pattern of flow of the heat-exchange media
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SYSTEM FOR INSPECTING FARMING NETTING IN AQUACULTURE CAGES
The invention relates to a system and method for inspecting farming netting in aquaculture cages, which allows real-time monitoring of the condition of farming netting in cages, in terms of tears and anomalies, and allows the level of fouling to be assessed. The system comprises: a remotely operatable mobile detection device, comprising means for capturing images and means for omnidirectional ultrasound signal emission; a plurality of means for receiving ultrasound signals, fixedly located in different positions in a cage; a processing system configured to determine the position of the device inside the cage by processing the ultrasound signals, and to identify the condition of netting in the cage; and a user interface configured to generate automatic visualisations, in a three-dimensional environment, of the position of the device and the condition of the netting.
The present invention relates to the field of electronics, more specifically to the field of apparatus for converting an AC or DC input into an AC or DC output, and in particular, it provides a switch cell comprising an internal power link. Said switch cell is characterised in that it comprises: two commutators, wherein each one contains the same number of phases, and wherein said commutator contains two switches for each phase; an AC link that has the same number of phases as said commutators; an input voltage at the terminals of the first commutator; and an output voltage between the terminals of the second commutator and the first commutator, wherein said internal AC link of the cell connects the middle points of said commutator for each phase, wherein said AC link contains a capacitor connecting the middle points of said commutators for each phase, wherein said AC link contains an inductor connecting the phases, and wherein said inductor is connected at the front, at the rear or between the capacitors, with each phase being connected to each other by means of an inductor; and each switch included in said switch cell corresponds to a semiconductor.
The present invention provides a novel computer-implemented routing method for a dynamic wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) optical network having wavelength continuity constraints. The method is more efficient than the existing methods, in terms of number of wavelengths, and due to the fixed routing strategy used, its implementation is simple, and its online operation is very fast.
The present invention provides a device for harvesting energy from a power line, characterised in that it comprises: a first layer (3) of dielectric material that surrounds a first portion of the power line; a second layer (4) of a conductive material that surrounds the first layer (3); a metal plate (5); a rectifier circuit (6) having two inputs and two outputs, wherein the first input is electrically connected to the second layer (4) and the second input is electrically connected to the metal plate (5); a capacitor (7) electrically connected to the outputs of the rectifier circuit; a third layer (8) of a conductive material that surrounds a second portion of the power line; a switch (9) that selectively connects the second layer (4) to the metal plate (5); and a voltage comparator (10) operatively connected to the third layer (8) and to the switch (9), wherein the voltage comparator (10) controls the switching state of the switch (9).
The present invention relates to the field of electronics, specifically to the field of equipment for converting an AC or DC input into an AC or DC output, and in particular, provides a switching cell for a power converter device, characterised in that it comprises: a first switch, a second switch, a third switch and a fourth switch, connected in series one after another; a fifth switch connected to the point between the second switch and the third switch; a sixth switch connected in series with said fifth switch and with a point of reference; a first AC linkage connected to the point between the first switch and the second switch and to the point between the fifth switch and the sixth switch; and a second AC linkage connected to the point between the third switch and the fourth switch and to the point between the fifth switch and the sixth switch. The present invention further provides a power converter device comprising said switching cell.
A system and method for statistical analysis of PV photovoltaic panel images for quantifying the percentage of reduction of electricity generation or the percentage of electricity generation of PV photovoltaic panels due to the soiling level of PV photovoltaic panels by means of a system for statistical analysis of PV photovoltaic panel images, using a camera capable of photographing the panels in the visible spectrum, a clean and properly functioning PV photovoltaic panel without the presence of soiling, shading, or operational faults, a string of soiled PV photovoltaic panels to be evaluated, a computer and an method for image analysis.
The present invention relates to a walking robotic cell for the manufacture of on-site printed buildings using a multi-axis 3D printing system, and a method for operating said walking robotic cell. The walking robotic cell comprises a quadruped mobile robotic system acting autonomously and remotely operated, a feeding device, and a multi-axis actuator, which is a reprogrammable electromechanical system, automatically controlled, and programmable offline or online in all its degrees of freedom from an external or remote computer.
B29C 64/00 - Additive manufacturing, i.e. manufacturing of three-dimensional [3D] objects by additive deposition, additive agglomeration or additive layering, e.g. by 3D printing, stereolithography or selective laser sintering
B33Y 30/00 - Apparatus for additive manufacturingDetails thereof or accessories therefor
B62D 57/032 - Vehicles characterised by having other propulsion or other ground-engaging means than wheels or endless track, alone or in addition to wheels or endless track with ground-engaging propulsion means, e.g. walking members with alternately or sequentially lifted supporting base and legVehicles characterised by having other propulsion or other ground-engaging means than wheels or endless track, alone or in addition to wheels or endless track with ground-engaging propulsion means, e.g. walking members with alternately or sequentially lifted feet or skid
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METHOD AND MATERIAL THAT COMPRISES A COMBINATION OF A RUBBER MATRIX AND A PLURALITY OF MICROWIRES MADE OF FERROMAGNETIC MATERIAL, FOR MEASURING INTERNAL STRESS IN A TIRE
The present invention is related, but is not restricted, to the field of the study or analysis of materials by determining the chemical or physical properties thereof, in particular the field of the investigation or analysis of materials by using electromagnetic waves, specifically providing a method from measuring internal stress in tires, using a ferromagnetic material.
The present invention is related, but is not restricted, to the field of the study or analysis of materials by determining the chemical or physical properties thereof, in particular the field of the investigation or analysis of materials by using electromagnetic waves, specifically providing a method from measuring internal stress in tires, using a ferromagnetic material.
The invention provides a method for measuring internal stress in a tire, characterized in that it comprises: incorporating into the tire a material that is a combination of a rubber matrix and a plurality of microwires made of a ferromagnetic material; irradiating said tire with electromagnetic waves by means of a transmitting antenna; receiving an electromagnetic wave absorption response from said tire by means of a receiving antenna; and determining the internal stress of the tire by means of a processor operatively connected to said receiving antenna, on the basis of the electromagnetic wave absorption response. The invention further provides a material for measuring the internal stress in a tire, characterized in that it is a combination of a rubber matrix and a plurality of microwires made of a ferromagnetic material.
G01L 1/12 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in the magnetic properties of materials resulting from the application of stress
G01B 7/24 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of electric or magnetic techniques for measuring the deformation in a solid, e.g. by resistance strain gauge using change in magnetic properties
B60C 23/06 - Signalling devices actuated by deformation of the tyre
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METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MEASURING POWER LOSS IN PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR MODULES
The present invention relates to a method for measuring power loss in photovoltaic solar modules, characterised in that it comprises the steps of: acquiring a digital image; recognising in said image at least one region of interest that corresponds to a photovoltaic solar module; acquiring irradiance information about the region in which said photovoltaic solar module is located; analysing said region of interest and said irradiance information by using a trained convolutional neural network; obtaining a plurality of probability values that correspond to a plurality of power loss percentage values; and determining said power loss percentage as that which corresponds to a maximum probability value. The present invention further relates to a method for measuring power loss in photovoltaic solar modules.
H02S 50/00 - Monitoring or testing of PV systems, e.g. load balancing or fault identification
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COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING RESINOUS EXUDATE METABOLITES FROM PLANTS OF THE GENUS ADESMIA, USED TO CONTROL AND TREAT INFECTIONS IN PLANT CROPS; AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING INFECTIONS IN PLANT CROPS
PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE VALPARAÍSO (Chile)
UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA FEDERICO SANTA MARÍA (Chile)
Inventor
Chamy Maggi, Rolando Arturo
Díaz Peralta, Katy Paulina
Madrid Villegas, Alejandro
Abstract
Pseudomonas, Erwinia, Bacillus, Botrytis and PhytophthoraPseudomonas, Erwinia, Bacillus, Botrytis and Phytophthora. The invention also relates to the use of a compound selected from: 2',4'-dihydroxy-3-(methyl-2-buten-1-yl) dihydrochalcone (1); glabranine (2), isochordoin (3), 2',4'-dihydroxychalcone (4), 7-Hydroxyflavanone (5), chordoin (6), izalpinine (7), 2',4'-dihydroxydihydrochalcone (8), 2',4'-dimethoxydihydrochalcone (9) and 2',4',6'-trihydroxy chalcone (10), in order to prepare an agrochemical composition to control infections in plant crops.
A01N 43/02 - 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
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 65/20 - Fabaceae or Leguminosae [Pea or Legume family], e.g. pea, lentil, soybean, clover, acacia, honey locust, derris or millettia
C07D 311/04 - Benzo [b] pyrans, not hydrogenated in the carbocyclic ring
A01P 1/00 - DisinfectantsAntimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof
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2 MAGNETOCALORIC ALLOY IN RIBBON FORM FOR USE IN MAGNETIC REFRIGERATION
C22C 19/07 - Alloys based on nickel or cobalt based on cobalt
B22D 11/112 - Treating the molten metal by accelerated cooling
H01F 1/01 - Magnets or magnetic bodies characterised by the magnetic materials thereforSelection of materials for their magnetic properties of inorganic materials
H01F 1/03 - Magnets or magnetic bodies characterised by the magnetic materials thereforSelection of materials for their magnetic properties of inorganic materials characterised by their coercivity
H01F 1/055 - Alloys characterised by their composition containing rare earth metals and magnetic transition metals, e.g. SmCo5
The invention discloses a power inverter for converting a DC signal into an AC signal, comprising: a galvanically isolated DC-DC converter having a voltage input and output; an inverter bridge connected to the voltage output of the DC-DC converter; and a control loop configured to control a switching cycle of the DC-DC converter. According to the invention, the control loop is configured to control the switching cycle of the DC-DC converter so that the voltage signal at the voltage output has a rectified AC form, said rectified AC form having a frequency that is double a fundamental frequency of said AC signal, and the inverter bridge operates at a switching frequency that is double the fundamental frequency of the AC signal.
H02M 7/48 - Conversion of DC power input into AC power output without possibility of reversal by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode
H02M 7/72 - Conversion of AC power input into DC power outputConversion of DC power input into AC power output with possibility of reversal by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode
The invention discloses a partial power DC-DC converter with controllable topology, comprising: a galvanically isolated DC-DC converter having a positive input and a negative input, and a positive output and a negative output; a DC voltage input electrically connected to said positive input of the DC-DC converter; an input reference; a DC voltage output electrically connected to said positive output of the DC-DC converter; an output reference electrically connected to said input reference; said partial power DC-DC converter further comprising: a first switch for selectively connecting said positive input to said negative output of the DC-DC converter; a second switch for selectively connecting said negative input of the DC-DC converter to said input reference; a third switch for selectively connecting said negative output of the DC-DC converter to said output reference; and a fourth switch for selectively connecting said positive output to said negative input of the DC-DC converter.
The invention discloses a partial power DC-DC converter with controllable topology, comprising: a galvanically isolated DC-DC converter having a positive input, a negative input, a positive output and a negative output; a first DC voltage input electrically connected to said negative output of the DC-DC converter; an input reference; a first DC voltage output electrically connected to said positive output of the DC-DC converter; and an output reference electrically connected to said input reference and to said negative input of the DC-DC converter; where said partial power DC-DC converter further comprises: a first switch arranged to selectively connect the first DC voltage input to said positive input of the DC-DC converter; and a second switch arranged to selectively connect said positive output of the DC-DC converter to said positive input of the DC-DC converter.
The present invention relates to the monitoring of photovoltaic systems, and specifically discloses a system for determining the working order of a photovoltaic solar module, including means to capture a voltage signal, operatively connected to a voltage outlet of said photovoltaic solar module; and a processor operatively connected to said means, to capture said voltage output signal which, by means of the use of Fourier transforms and reference spectra, determines the operational status of the photovoltaic solar module. The present invention further discloses a method for determining the operational status of photovoltaic solar modules.
The present invention relates to an in vitro system for automatic chewing of solid and semi-solid food intended to simulate the human chewing process of a food sample, comprising a lower toothed ring and an upper toothed ring; and further comprising a force lever consisting of an arm from which a lead weight hangs, which is moved along the arm via the traction exerted by an electric motor controlled by a microcontroller board, which is connected by a spindle to the upper toothed ring; and wherein the shearing action is provided by an electric motor controlled by a microprocessor board which is connected to the shaft of the upper toothed ring via a chain. A second objective of the invention comprises a method for automatic chewing with controlled force and a specific number of chewing cycles and shear angle.
The present invention relates to the field of measurement devices, specifically to devices for measuring pressure and flow as well as derived quantities, and in particular provides a sensor device for in-line measurement of superficial gas velocity, froth depth, apparent density and holdup in flotation cells, which comprises: a first tube; a second tube; a first valve connected to said first tube; a second valve connected to said second tube; a first pressure meter connected to said first tube; a second pressure meter connected to said second tube; a first mass flow meter connected to said first valve; and a second mass flow meter connected to said second valve. The present invention also provides a system for in-line measurement of superficial gas velocity in flotation cells.
The invention relates to a new method for jointly defining a policy for assigning wavelengths to each network connection and for calculating the number of wavelengths in dynamic WDM optical networks without wavelength conversion. To solve this problem, the method comprises including in each network connection a fixed route for transmitting, which is defined before operating the network. This new approach has two main differences from previous strategies.
The present invention relates to a method for rapidly obtaining albumin nanoparticles loaded with magnetic nanoparticles, which comprises steps with ultra-high-speed agitation. The method allows the nanoparticles to be obtained in less than 45 minutes with encapsulation efficiency above 90%.
The present invention relates to a membrane for removing heavy metals in water or other solutions polluted with heavy metals, which comprises carbon nanomaterials and a mixture of natural biopolymers, preferably nanocellulose, carbon nanotubes and diatom biomass. The invention also relates to a method for producing the membrane, and to a method for removing heavy metals in water or in other solutions, which comprises using the membrane.
B01J 20/22 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising organic material
C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage
C02F 1/28 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by sorption
C02F 3/32 - Biological treatment of water, waste water, or sewage characterised by the animals or plants used, e.g. algae
A wearable voice detection system in the form of a necklace is disclosed, which allows to monitor the use of the voice in everyday conditions of use by means of an autonomous operation, and to maintain at the same time the accuracy and integrity of the signals obtained. The system comprises: a sensor device comprising a sound detection means and an accelerometer registering sound signals and acceleration variations in the skin of a user; a control device in electrical communication with the sensor device, the control device comprising processing means and data transmission means; wherein the control device is configured to receive and process the signals obtained by the sensor device and to transmit processed data to an external location.
The present invention provides a system and a method for assisting in the diagnosis of diseases from otolaryngology images that comprises: an apparatus for the acquisition of images of otolaryngologic endoscopy; a processor, operatively connected to said apparatus for the acquisition of otolaryngologic endoscopy images; and a user interface comprising a screen, said user interface operatively connected to said processor; wherein said processor is configured to: recognize a type of otolaryngologic endoscopic examination apparatus to which said apparatus belongs; obtain a plurality of images of otolaryngologic endoscopy from said apparatus; display said plurality of images on said screen; and identify, from said plurality of images, whether the same corresponds to any disease or to a healthy patient.
G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
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FUNCTIONALIZED HOLLOW GLASS MICROSPHERES FOR RECOVERING FINE HYDROPHOBIC PARTICLES; METHOD FOR PREPARING THE MICROSPHERES; SYSTEM FOR CARRYING OUT THE METHOD; METHOD FOR RECOVERING FINE PARTICLES; AND USE OF THE MICROSPHERES
The present invention relates to functionalized hollow glass microspheres for recovering fine hydrophobic particles, and to their preparation method. The invention also relates to a system for carrying out the method for preparing the functionalized microspheres, to a method for selectively recovering fine material and, lastly, to the use of the microspheres in the separation of, inter alia, minerals, micro drops of organic materials, plastics, and pollutants.
Described is a new partial power converter (PPC) for the DC-DC stage of rapid-charging stations for electric vehicles (EV). The proposed converter manages only a fraction of the total power delivered from the grid to the battery, which increases the general efficiency of the system and the power density while potentially reducing the cost of the charger. The proposed topology is based on a switched capacitor between the AC terminals of a bridge converter H and does not require high-frequency isolation transformers in order to provide a source of controllable voltage between the CC link and the battery. The proposed concept can be implemented by using interposed power cells, which can improve energy quality, reduce the size of the inductor, and allow scalability for chargers of higher nominal power.
H02M 3/158 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output without intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only with automatic control of output voltage or current, e.g. switching regulators including plural semiconductor devices as final control devices for a single load
B60L 53/22 - Constructional details or arrangements of charging converters specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
B60L 53/62 - Monitoring or controlling charging stations in response to charging parameters, e.g. current, voltage or electrical charge
B60L 53/10 - Methods of charging batteries, specially adapted for electric vehiclesCharging stations or on-board charging equipment thereforExchange of energy storage elements in electric vehicles characterised by the energy transfer between the charging station and the vehicle
B60L 58/10 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries
H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING THE COMBUSTION PROCESS OF A SOLID FUEL BY MEANS OF AN INERT POROUS MEDIUM
The invention relates to a solid fuel combustion system and method that use an inert porous medium in the combustion process. The system comprises: a combustion chamber containing solid fuel, the solid fuel being subjected to a combustion process inside the chamber, generating combustion gases; an inert porous medium disposed inside the combustion chamber, the porous medium being near the solid fuel; and flow control means disposed in the combustion chamber. The flow control means are disposed to control the operation of: at least one air inlet in the combustion chamber, for injecting intake air into the combustion chamber; and at least one exhaust gas outlet in the combustion chamber, for releasing exhaust gases from the combustion chamber. The flow control means generate a flow of intake air and combustion gases between the at least one air inlet and the at least one exhaust gas outlet, forming a premixture of intake air and combustion gases inside the chamber. The flow control means and inert porous medium circulate the premixture through the inert porous medium, particularly through the pores of the inert porous medium, causing the preheating of the intake air and the acceleration of the reaction of the combustion gases inside the pores, burning the premixture in the interior of the pores of the inert porous medium.
F23B 60/00 - Combustion apparatus in which the fuel burns essentially without moving
F23B 90/00 - Combustion methods not related to a particular type of apparatus
F23G 7/06 - Methods or apparatus, e.g. incinerators, specially adapted for combustion of specific waste or low grade fuels, e.g. chemicals of waste gases or noxious gases, e.g. exhaust gases
F23M 20/00 - Details of combustion chambers, not otherwise provided for
The invention relates to a system and method for the statistical analysis of images of photovoltaic (PV) panels, to quantify the percentage of lowest electricity generation or the percentage of electricity generation by the PV panels owing to the level of soiling of the PV panels, by means of a system for the statistical analysis of images of PV panels, using: a camera capable of photographing the panels in the visible spectrum; a clean and correctly operational PV panel, without soiling, shade or operating faults; a string of soiled PV panels to be assessed; a computer; and an image analysis method.
The present invention relates to the field of water treatment and desalination, specifically to the field of pumping seawater using solar energy, and more specifically to a system for obtaining and pumping desalinated water from salt water.
C02F 1/04 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by heating by distillation or evaporation
C02F 1/14 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by heating by distillation or evaporation using solar energy
F24S 23/74 - Arrangements for concentrating solar rays for solar heat collectors with reflectors with trough-shaped or cylindro-parabolic reflective surfaces
F24J 2/10 - having reflectors as concentrating elements
F24J 2/14 - semi-cylindrical or cylindro-parabolic
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TITANIUM-BASED ALLOY FOAM; METHOD FOR PREPARING THE ALLOY; AND USE THEREOF AS BIOMATERIAL
The present invention relates to a titanium-based alloy foam having formula Ti-13Ta-XSn, wherein X = 3, 6, 9 and 12 at.% . The titanium-based alloy foam has a porosity of up to 50%, an elastic modulus of up to 30 GPa and an elastic limit greater than 200 MPa. The invention also relates to a method for preparing the titanium-based alloy foam, and to the use of same as biomaterial, in particular for bone implants.
The present invention relates to titanium-based alloys having formula Ti-13Ta-XSn, wherein X is selected from 3, 6, 9 and 12 at.%. The invention also relates to a method for preparing the alloys by means of mechanical alloying, and to the use of this type of alloy as biomaterial, in particular the use thereof for bone implants.
UNIVERSIDAD DE PLAYA ANCHA DE CIENCIAS DE LA EDUCACION (Chile)
Inventor
Zúñiga Barraza, Marcos David
Nikulin Chandía, Christopher Nick
Arriaza Ardiles, Enrique Jorge
Moya Vergara, Fabián Antonio
Mardones Tare, Claudia Andrea
Latorre Cárdenas, Eduardo Camilo
Abstract
A perceptual-cognitive training system and method for the assessment of reactive agility in atheletes when faced with different scenarios, comprising the assessment of the reactive agility of an athlete by means of a platform whereon the athlete moves during perceptual-cognitive training, a screen displaying a sequence of visual stimuli to the athlete , to which said athlete must react by performing certain actions, a camera which, by means of vision algorithms, is able to detect and record the position of the steps of the athlete during the perceptual-cognitive training, and a controller that uses the data captured by the camera (3) to determine the response times of the athlete and to establish the visual stimuli and the characteristics that constitute a sequence of the learning and the perceptual-cognitive training, synchronising the acquisition of data with the video processing in real time. And the operating method thereof.
G09B 5/02 - Electrically-operated educational appliances with visual presentation of the material to be studied, e.g. using film strip
G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
A61B 5/11 - Measuring movement of the entire body or parts thereof, e.g. head or hand tremor or mobility of a limb
A61B 5/16 - Devices for psychotechnicsTesting reaction times
A63B 69/00 - Training appliances or apparatus for special sports
A63B 24/00 - Electric or electronic controls for exercising apparatus of groups
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MOVEABLE ROBOTIC CELL FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PIECES WITH A FRAME OR VERTICAL DUCTS PRE-INSTALLED INSIDE SAME AND OF ENCLOSURES, PRINTED ON SITE BY MEANS OF A MULTI-AXIS 3D PRINTING SYSTEM, AND OPERATING METHOD
The invention relates to a moveable robotised cell for the production of pieces with a frame or vertical ducts pre-installed inside same and of enclosures, printed on site by means of a multi-axis 3D printing system, comprising: a self-supporting structure, formed by three beams that meet at a zenithal hollow-shaft connection point and are radially disposed every 120° in a horizontal plane, the ends thereof being respectively provided with a lifting handle and respectively joined to a self-levelling telescopic post that has a bracket on the upper section of the inside face thereof and rests on a base, the beams and their respective posts supporting power and control tubes; a feed apparatus, formed by a semi-rigid external hose for carrying material, which is coupled to an extension tube that passes vertically through a hollow-shaft rotary connector and connects to a forked rotary distributor, the discharge openings thereof being connected to two flexible hoses for carrying material, which hoses are connected to two nozzles provided with electronically controlled shut-off valves; and a multi-axis actuator apparatus, which is a reprogrammable electromechanical system formed by a circular guide on which a rotary diametral beam rotates about its centre, said beam supporting, on the bottom face thereof, two independent shafts having horizontal linear movement, comprising an electronically controlled shut-off valve and connected to a flexible hose for carrying material. The invention also relates to an operating method.
B28B 1/00 - Producing shaped articles from the material
B29C 64/00 - Additive manufacturing, i.e. manufacturing of three-dimensional [3D] objects by additive deposition, additive agglomeration or additive layering, e.g. by 3D printing, stereolithography or selective laser sintering
B29C 64/106 - Processes of additive manufacturing using only liquids or viscous materials, e.g. depositing a continuous bead of viscous material
B29C 64/20 - Apparatus for additive manufacturingDetails thereof or accessories therefor
B33Y 30/00 - Apparatus for additive manufacturingDetails thereof or accessories therefor
E04G 21/00 - Preparing, conveying, or working-up building materials or building elements in situOther devices or measures for constructional work
E04G 21/02 - Conveying or working-up concrete or similar masses able to be heaped or cast
E04G 21/04 - Devices for both conveying and distributing
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MOVEABLE ROBOTISED CELL FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PIECES WITH A FRAME OR VERTICAL DUCTS PRE-INSTALLED INSIDE SAME AND OF ENCLOSURES, PRINTED ON SITE BY MEANS OF A MULTI-AXIS 3D PRINTING SYSTEM, AND OPERATING METHOD
The invention relates to a moveable robotised cell for the production of pieces with a frame or vertical ducts pre-installed inside same and of enclosures, printed on site by means of a multi-axis 3D printing system, comprising: a self-supporting structure, formed by three beams meeting at a zenithal hollow-shaft connection point which are radially disposed every 120° in a horizontal plane and respectively provided with a pair of lateral support plates, the peripheral ends of the beams being respectively provided with an elevation handle and respectively joined to a self-levelling telescopic post that rests on a base, the beams and their respective posts supporting power and control cables and hoses; a feed apparatus, formed by a semi-rigid external hose for carrying material, which is connected by means of a hose coupler to an extension tube with an attachment flange, which extension tube passes vertically through a hollow-shaft rotary connector and connects to a trifurcated rotary distributor, the three discharge openings thereof being connected to three flexible hoses for carrying material, which hoses are connected at the other end thereof to three interchangeable nozzles, wherein the hollow-shaft connector feeds a plurality of cables and hoses from three carriages of a circular-movement shaft to the zenithal hollow-shaft connection point; and a multi-axis actuator apparatus, which is formed by a circular-movement shaft, with three carriages that move three manipulator robots, the robots manipulating the three interchangeable nozzles, which have a shut-off valve and are connected to the three flexible hoses for carrying material.
B28B 1/00 - Producing shaped articles from the material
B29C 64/00 - Additive manufacturing, i.e. manufacturing of three-dimensional [3D] objects by additive deposition, additive agglomeration or additive layering, e.g. by 3D printing, stereolithography or selective laser sintering
The invention relates to a moveable robotic cell for the production of pieces and enclosures printed on site by means of a multi-axis 3D printing system, comprising: a self-supporting structure, formed by three beams that meet at a zenithal hollow-shaft connection point and are radially disposed every 120° in a horizontal plane, the peripheral end of each beam being respectively provided with a lifting handle and joined to a self-levelling telescopic post that rests on a base, the beams and their respective posts supporting tubes that protect cables and hoses for power, control and other elements; a feed apparatus, formed by a semi-rigid external hose for carrying material, which has two discharge openings connected to two flexible hoses for carrying material, which hoses are connected at the other end thereof to two interchangeable nozzles provided with electronically controlled shut-off valves; and a multi-axis actuator apparatus, which is a reprogrammable electromechanical system that is automatically controlled and can be programmed offline or online, in all the degrees of freedom thereof, from an external or remote computer, the apparatus moving a circular guide on which a rotary diametral beam rotates about its centre, said beam supporting two manipulator robots mounted in an inverted position, each manipulator robot having an electronically controlled interchangeable nozzle mounted on a flange thereof and said nozzle being connected to a flexible hose for carrying material. The invention also relates to an operating method.
B28B 1/00 - Producing shaped articles from the material
B29C 64/00 - Additive manufacturing, i.e. manufacturing of three-dimensional [3D] objects by additive deposition, additive agglomeration or additive layering, e.g. by 3D printing, stereolithography or selective laser sintering
A walking robotised cell for the manufacture of buildings printed on site by means of a multi-axis 3D printing system, comprising: a four-legged mobile robotic system, acting independently and under remote control, comprising four locomotive legs bearing a toroid shell that houses in its interior power, control and navigation systems, supporting radial beams, equidistant to each other and meeting at a zenithal axial hub through which hoses and cables pass, and at its lower external side bearing a circular displacement axis, which is part of a multi-axis actuator apparatus; a feed apparatus, comprised of an external hose for the transport of material, which is connected to an extension tube and to a rotating multi-outlet distributor whose discharge outlets are connected to flexible hoses for the transport of material, and at the other extremity whereof are connected to interchangeable nozzles, where the rotating hollow axis connector distributes a plurality of power and control cables and hoses from each carriage of the circular displacement axis toward the zenithal hub; and the multi-axis actuator apparatus, which is a reprogrammable electromechanical system, comprised of a circular displacement axis, with carriages upon which manipulator robots installed in an inverted position on telescopic columns move; and on the flange of each manipulator robot, the interchangeable nozzle is installed, this having a controlled shut-off valve and being connected to the flexible hose for the transport of material.
B29C 64/00 - Additive manufacturing, i.e. manufacturing of three-dimensional [3D] objects by additive deposition, additive agglomeration or additive layering, e.g. by 3D printing, stereolithography or selective laser sintering
The present disclosure provides a filtration system for collecting Black Carbon (BC) samples present in snow samples and similar matrices which comprises the collection of BC in polycarbonate filters. It also discloses a method of determination of (BC) in snow samples and similar matrices using real soot from the gases of a diesel vehicle as calibration standards.
METHOD AND MATERIAL THAT COMPRISES A COMBINATION OF A RUBBER MATRIX AND A PLURALITY OF MICROWIRES MADE OF FERROMAGNETIC MATERIAL, FOR MEASURING INTERNAL TENSION IN A TYRE
The present invention concerns, but is not restricted to, the field of the study or analysis of materials by determining the chemical or physical properties thereof, in particular the field of the investigation or analysis of materials by using electromagnetic waves, specifically providing a method from measuring internal tension in tyres, using a ferromagnetic material. The invention provides a method for measuring internal tension in a tyre, which is characterised in that it comprises: incorporating into the tyre a material that is a combination of a rubber matrix and a plurality of microwires made of a ferromagnetic material; irradiating the tyre with electromagnetic waves by means of a transmitting antenna; receiving an electromagnetic wave absorption response from the tyre by means of a receiving antenna; and determining the internal tension of the tyre by means of a processor operatively connected to the receiving antenna, on the basis of the electromagnetic wave absorption response. The invention further provides a material for measuring internal tension in a tyre, which is characterised in that it is a combination of a rubber matrix and a plurality of microwires made of a ferromagnetic material.
G01L 1/12 - Measuring force or stress, in general by measuring variations in the magnetic properties of materials resulting from the application of stress
H01Q 3/44 - Arrangements for changing or varying the orientation or the shape of the directional pattern of the waves radiated from an antenna or antenna system varying the electric or magnetic characteristics of reflecting, refracting, or diffracting devices associated with the radiating element
B60C 23/06 - Signalling devices actuated by deformation of the tyre
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INERT POROUS MEDIUM REACTOR FOR COMBUSTION OR GASIFICATION COMPRISING A PLURALITY OF HOLLOW SPHERES OF INERT MATERIAL
The present invention relates to the field of equipment and processes for combustion or gasification, and specifically provides an inert porous medium reactor for combustion or gasification comprising a reaction tube; said reaction tube having an internal coating of a first heat-insulating material and an external coating of a second heat-insulating material; said reactor further comprises a plurality of particles of inert material in the interior of said reaction tube, characterised in that said particles of inert material are hollow and in that said hollow particles of inert material occupy the entire length of said reaction tube.
B01J 21/00 - Catalysts comprising the elements, oxides or hydroxides of magnesium, boron, aluminium, carbon, silicon, titanium, zirconium or hafnium
B01J 21/06 - Silicon, titanium, zirconium or hafniumOxides or hydroxides thereof
B01J 8/00 - Chemical or physical processes in general, conducted in the presence of fluids and solid particlesApparatus for such processes
B01J 8/02 - 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
63.
Automatic formwork system and method for flexible elastic membrane moulds
Flexible molds have an elastic membrane supported by modules, arranged next to one another along a horizontal longitudinal axis of the mold. Each module has traction units, each forming a respective group with a respective thrust unit, with the groups arranged opposite one another at a preset distance. Pairs of traction units are arranged opposite one another in a direction perpendicular to the axis, and the respective thrust units thereof are arranged therebetween. The modules hold the membrane with the mold via reinforced eyelets distributed on both edges parallel to the axis. Each traction unit has linear actuators arranged horizontally and another linear actuator arranged vertically, which together enable movement. The membrane is previously deformed according to an approximation of the prior design of a part to be molded, and prestressed according to a mathematical prediction of the deformation thereof after receiving a conglomerate in liquid or plastic state.
The present invention relates to a sensing capsule for sensing the polarisation of the waves propagated in the strings of stringed musical instruments, in order to provide effects and/or distortion to the sound from the plucking or strumming of the string.
G10H 3/14 - Instruments in which the tones are generated by electromechanical means using mechanical resonant generators, e.g. strings or percussion instruments, the tones of which are picked up by electromechanical transducers, the electrical signals being further manipulated or amplified and subsequently converted to sound by a loudspeaker or equivalent device using mechanically actuated vibrators with pick-up means
G10H 3/18 - Instruments in which the tones are generated by electromechanical means using mechanical resonant generators, e.g. strings or percussion instruments, the tones of which are picked up by electromechanical transducers, the electrical signals being further manipulated or amplified and subsequently converted to sound by a loudspeaker or equivalent device using mechanically actuated vibrators with pick-up means using strings, e.g. electric guitars
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APPARATUS FOR MELTING ICE, FIRN OR POLAR ICE TO OBTAIN LIQUID WATER BY MEANS OF THE OMNIDIRECTIONAL CAPTURE OF SUNRAYS
The invention relates to an apparatus for obtaining liquid water for human consumption in extreme environments, such as the Antarctic, the Patagonian icefields and areas close to the Arctic, wherein sunrays, during certain hours of the day, fall omnidirectionally, in an outdoor environment below 30°C, the apparatus being based on the ability to melt manually accessible firn or ice.
The invention relates to a porous burner for ovens, which comprises a burner of a porous medium with inert material, a control and safety unit, a combustion head formed by one or more radiant units that each preferably correspond to a stainless steel metal structure preferably having a cubic or cylindrical shape but which can include other volumetric forms, wherein an upper face is open and the lower face has a thread, which is not visible, which is connected to a collector means, a pre-mixture of combustible gas and air entering the combustion head by means of this connection. Inside each radiant unit, preferably cube-shaped, are disposed from top to bottom first an inert ceramic sponge and then a flame trap corresponding to a ceramic plate with 1 mm perforations through which the pre-mixture of combustible gas and air enters the inert ceramic sponge. The burner further comprises a small chamber of pre-mixture is located in the bottom of the radiant unit, and a diffuser corresponding to a circular plate supported by screws and respective nuts and washers, the inert ceramic sponge and the flame trap being surrounded using an insulating material.
The present invention concerns, but is not limited to, the field of hydrometallurgical processes for extracting materials, specifically the field of solvent extraction. The invention provides a system for measuring the level of two non-disperse immiscible liquids in solvent extraction processes, which is characterised in that it comprises a float designed to be placed in the interface of the mixture; an acoustic wave emitter–receiver device for detecting the position of the float; and a control device operatively configured to obtain variables of interest, wherein the float comprises a closed container that contains weights, to which is coupled a rod that connects the container to a plate. The purpose of the weights in the closed container is to vary the density of the float and thereby allow floatability. According to the detailed description, it is possible to obtain an automated system that allows the interface level to be measured in line, in an organic–aqueous mixture for solvent extraction processes.
G01F 23/00 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
G01F 23/04 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by dip members, e.g. dip-sticks
G01F 23/28 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring the variations of parameters of electromagnetic or acoustic waves applied directly to the liquid or fluent solid material
G01F 23/30 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats
G01F 23/68 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats of the free float type using electrically actuated indicating means
G01F 23/70 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats of the free float type using electrically actuated indicating means for sensing changes in level only at discrete points
G01F 23/76 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by floats characterised by the construction of the float
G01C 5/04 - Hydrostatic levelling, i.e. by flexibly interconnected liquid containers at separated points
The present invention relates to the field of measurement devices, and provides a sensor device that comprises: a tube having two ends, an upper end and a lower end; a measurement chamber in fluid communication with said tube, and positioned at the upper end of said tube, said measurement chamber having a window which is at an angle with respect to the axis of said tube; and a connection for a vacuum line in the upper portion of said measurement chamber. A system for in-line measurement of bubble-size distribution in flotation cells that comprises said sensor is additionally provided.
The invention relates to a method for obtaining metallic alloys from a group of raw materials, characterised in that it comprises the following steps: a) including crystallographic defects in the raw materials; b) putting the raw materials in a container; c) rotating the container with the raw materials to subject them to a centrifugal field, applying heat, the centrifugal field having a rotational energy of 0.1-450 kJ/mol and the temperature applied being 50-800°C, the rotational energy and temperature being applied for between 30 minutes and 30 horas; and d) obtaining the metallic alloy in the container.
B22F 1/00 - Metallic powderTreatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
B22F 3/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the manner of compacting or sinteringApparatus specially adapted therefor
B22F 9/04 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereofApparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using physical processes starting from solid material, e.g. by crushing, grinding or milling
71.
ROUTING METHOD FOR DYNAMIC WDM OPTICAL NETWORKS WITH WAVELENGTH CONTINUITY RESTRICTIONS
The invention relates to a novel method for determining the set of routes that allow each network user to transmit. The method is more efficient than the existing methods, in terms of number of wavelengths, and due to the fixed routing strategy used, its implementation is simple and its online operation is very fast.
The invention relates to a new method for jointly defining a policy for assigning wavelengths to each network connection and for calculating the number of wavelengths in dynamic WDM optical networks without wavelength conversion. To solve this problem, the method comprises including in each network connection a fixed route for transmitting, which is defined before operating the network. This new approach has two main differences from previous strategies.
The present invention relates to the field of measurement devices, specifically to devices for measuring pressure and flow as well as derived quantities, and in particular provides a sensor device for in-line measurement of superficial gas velocity, froth depth, apparent density and holdup in flotation cells, which comprises: a first tube; a second tube; a first valve connected to said first tube; a second valve connected to said second tube; a first pressure meter connected to said first tube; a second pressure meter connected to said second tube; a first mass flow meter connected to said first valve; and a second mass flow meter connected to said second valve. The present invention also provides a system for in-line measurement of superficial gas velocity in flotation cells.
G01F 1/00 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow
G01F 1/74 - Devices for measuring flow of a fluid or flow of a fluent solid material in suspension in another fluid
G01F 23/00 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
G01N 9/26 - Investigating density or specific gravity of materialsAnalysing materials by determining density or specific gravity by measuring pressure differences
G01N 29/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic wavesVisualisation of the interior of objects by transmitting ultrasonic or sonic waves through the object
G01N 29/024 - Analysing fluids by measuring propagation velocity or propagation time of acoustic waves
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ELECTRICITY GENERATION SYSTEM COMPRISING AT LEAST ONE COMPRESSOR, AT LEAST TWO HIGH-PRESSURE RECIPIENTS, AT LEAST TWO SOLAR TANKS, AT LEAST ONE TURBINE FOR GENERATING ELECTRICITY, A SET OF VALVES, AT LEAST ONE HEAT SOURCE AND AT LEAST TWO HEAT EXCHANGERS; AND ASSOCIATED METHOD
The invention relates to an electricity generation system (1) comprising: at least one compressor (10) that delivers a flow of working fluid with a pressure greater than atmospheric pressure; at least two high-pressure recipients (20a, 20b) that store the working fluid delivered by the compressor (10); at least two solar tanks (30a, 30b) that receive the working fluid from the high-pressure recipients (20a, 20b); at least one turbine (40) that receives a flow of working fluid from the solar tanks (30a, 30b) to generate electricity; a set of valves (50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56) arranged to control the flow of working fluid from the at least one compressor (10) to the at least one turbine (40), controlling the inlet and outlet of working fluid into the respective high-pressure recipients (20a, 20b) and solar tanks (30a, 30b); at least one heat source that delivers heat energy to the solar tanks (30a, 30b); and at least two heat exchangers (32a, 32b) disposed in each of the solar tanks (30a, 30b), respectively, to transmit the heat energy into the tanks (30a, 30b) to increase the pressure and temperature of the working fluid contained therein. The invention also relates to electricity generation.
F01K 3/12 - Plants characterised by the use of steam or heat accumulators, or intermediate steam heaters, therein having two or more accumulators
F01K 3/14 - Plants characterised by the use of steam or heat accumulators, or intermediate steam heaters, therein having both steam accumulator and heater, e.g. superheating accumulator
F01K 3/16 - Mutual arrangement of accumulator and heater
F02C 1/05 - Gas-turbine plants characterised by the use of hot gases or unheated pressurised gases, as the working fluid the working fluid being heated indirectly characterised by the type or source of heat, e.g. using nuclear or solar energy
75.
LIFTING PLATFORM FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING GAS CYLINDERS
The invention relates to a lifting platform for loading and unloading cylinders and/or loading trolleys, comprising: a shaft with a lower end and an upper end, which rotates by means of a first rotation device; at least one securing element for securing the first rotation device to a working surface; an extendable working device joined to the shaft, which permits the vertical movement for raising or lowering the cylinder and/or loading trolley; an actuating unit which actuates the operation of the extendable working device; and a loading surface joined to a lower end of the extendable working device, for receiving the cylinder and/or the loading trolley, wherein the loading surface in turn comprises at least two flaps, disposed for securing the loading trolley and for preventing the cylinder and/or the loading trolley from moving towards the sides.
B60P 1/44 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading having a loading platform thereon raising the load to the level of the load supporting or containing element
B60P 1/46 - Vehicles predominantly for transporting loads and modified to facilitate loading, consolidating the load, or unloading having a loading platform thereon raising the load to the level of the load supporting or containing element carried in vertical guides
76.
FUNCTIONALISED HOLLOW GLASS MICROSPHERES FOR RECOVERING FINE HYDROPHOBIC PARTICLES; METHOD FOR PREPARING THE MICROSPHERES; SYSTEM FOR CARRYING OUT THE METHOD; METHOD FOR RECOVERING FINE PARTICLES; AND USE OF THE MICROSPHERES
The present invention relates to functionalised hollow glass microspheres for recovering fine hydrophobic particles, and to their preparation method. The invention also relates to a system for carrying out the method for preparing the functionalised microspheres, to a method for selectively recovering fine material and, lastly, to the use of the microspheres in the separation of, inter alia, minerals, micro drops of organic materials, plastics and pollutants.
B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
C01B 33/18 - Preparation of finely divided silica neither in sol nor in gel formAfter-treatment thereof
C22B 9/00 - General processes of refining or remelting of metalsApparatus for electroslag or arc remelting of metals
C22B 9/10 - General processes of refining or remelting of metalsApparatus for electroslag or arc remelting of metals with refining or fluxing agentsUse of materials therefor
77.
Method, process, composition and kit for measuring concentration of molecules dissolved in the continuous phase of a colloid
A method for measuring a concentration of molecules, characterized in that the method measures the concentration of molecules dissolved in a continuous phase of a colloid and includes obtaining a test sample by mixing a number of molecules with a volume of colloid, obtaining a control sample by mixing a number of molecules with a volume of a composition comprising a particle-free solution extracted from a fraction of the continuous phase of same colloid used in the obtaining the test sample, so that a value of the concentration of molecules in the mixture is equal to the value of the concentration of molecules in the test sample obtained in the obtaining the test sample, and submitting the test and the control samples obtained in the obtaining the test sample and obtaining the control sample to a process in order to concentrate the particles of the test sample.
Described is a new partial power converter (PPC) for the DC-DC stage of rapid-charging stations for electric vehicles (EV). The proposed converter manages only a fraction of the total power delivered from the grid to the battery, which increases the general efficiency of the system and the power density while potentially reducing the cost of the charger. The proposed topology is based on a switched capacitor between the AC terminals of a bridge converter H and does not require high-frequency isolation transformers in order to provide a source of controllable voltage between the CC link and the battery. The proposed concept can be implemented by using interposed power cells, which can improve energy quality, reduce the size of the inductor and allow scalability for chargers of higher nominal power.
G05F 3/16 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable is DC using uncontrolled devices with non-linear characteristics being semiconductor devices
G05F 3/20 - Regulating voltage or current wherein the variable is DC using uncontrolled devices with non-linear characteristics being semiconductor devices using diode-transistor combinations
H02M 3/07 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output without intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using resistors or capacitors, e.g. potential divider using capacitors charged and discharged alternately by semiconductor devices with control electrode
H02M 7/49 - Combination of the output voltage waveforms of a plurality of converters
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Multilevel converter for the control and transmission of electrical energy
H02M 7/5387 - Conversion of DC power input into AC power output without possibility of reversal by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode using devices of a triode or transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only, e.g. single switched pulse inverters in a bridge configuration
80.
DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SECURING AND ASSEMBLING EXPERIMENTS ARRANGED VERTICALLY ON A SURFACE
The invention relates to a device for securing and assembling experiments arranged vertically on a surface, the device comprising a base (20) that includes a means (10) for fixing to the surface, and at least one experiment support connected to the base (20) by means of a connector (30). The present invention also proposes a method for securing and assembling experiments arranged vertically on a surface, by means of a device.
G09B 23/00 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes
G09B 23/02 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for mathematics
G09B 23/04 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for mathematics for geometry, trigonometry, projection, or perspective
G09B 23/06 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for physics
G09B 23/08 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for physics for statics or dynamics
G09B 23/10 - Models for scientific, medical, or mathematical purposes, e.g. full-sized device for demonstration purposes for physics for statics or dynamics of solid bodies
81.
NANOSTRUCTURED ANODE, METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME AND USE
The present invention relates to the field of nanotechnology, specifically to an anode for the copper electroplating process developed using carbon nanotubes and a polymer, which has low power consumption. The invention likewise discloses a method for producing the nanostructured anode and the use thereof for electroplating metals, preferably copper.
Where the polyhydroxy 1,4-naphthoquinones are selected from: echinochrome A (6-ethyl-2,3,5,7,8-pentahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome A (2-acetyl-3,5,6,8-tetrahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome B (2,3,5,7-tetrahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome C (2-acetyl-3,5,6,7,8-pentahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome D (2,3,5,6,8-pentahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome E (hexahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone) or mixtures thereof.
A61K 36/00 - Medicinal preparations of undetermined constitution containing material from algae, lichens, fungi or plants, or derivatives thereof, e.g. traditional herbal medicines
A61K 31/122 - Ketones having the oxygen atom directly attached to a ring, e.g. quinones, vitamin K1, anthralin
83.
KIT AND METHODS FOR ASSESSING THE ADSORBENT PROPERTIES OF THE SURFACE OF A MATERIAL
The present invention relates to a kit and a method for assessing the electrostatic component of the surface of a material of interest by assessing the capacity to adsorb cationic or anionic molecules on the surface of the material of interest, and a method for assessing the lyophobic component of the surface of a material of interest by characterising the adsorption and desorption of molecules without elementary charge from the surface of the material of interest.
The invention relates to an automatic formwork system and method (100) using flexible moulds, which comprises: an elastic membrane (10) that is supported by a plurality of supporting modules (60), arranged next to one another along a horizontal longitudinal axis or X axis of a flexible mould or part to be moulded (50); where each supporting module (60) is made up of a first pulling unit (20) in combination with a first pushing unit (30) and a second pulling unit (20) in combination with a second pushing unit (30), where the two combinations are arranged opposite one another at a predetermined distance; where each pair of pulling units (20) is arranged opposite the other, in a direction perpendicular to the X axis, and the respective pushing units (30) thereof are arranged between the two; where the combination of supporting modules (60) supports an elastic membrane mould (10) with the flexible mould (50), which is secured via reinforced eyelets (11) distributed on both edges parallel to the horizontal longitudinal axis of the flexible mould (50); where each of the pulling units (20) is made up of a first linear actuator (21) and a second linear actuator (28) arranged horizontally and a third linear actuator (24) arranged vertically,, the three linear actuators (21, 24, 28) enabling the movement in the respective positions thereof on a horizontal sliding platform (22); and where the elastic membrane (10) is previously deformed according to an approximation of the prior design of a part to be moulded (50), and pre-tensioned according to a mathematical prediction of the deformation thereof after receiving a conglomerate in liquid or plastic state.
B29C 39/04 - Shaping by casting, i.e. introducing the moulding material into a mould or between confining surfaces without significant moulding pressureApparatus therefor for making articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles using movable moulds
B29C 39/22 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
H02M 3/335 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output with intermediate conversion into AC by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode to produce the intermediate AC using devices of a triode or a transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only
H02M 3/22 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output with intermediate conversion into AC
86.
NANOSTRUCTURED PAINT FOR REDUCING MICROBIAL CORROSION
The present invention relates to the field of nanotechnology, more particularly to a paint or coating composition that allows microbial corrosion in metal surfaces to be suppressed. The composition comprises a paint base formed by ethylene glycol monobutyl ether and nitrocellulose into which carbon nanotubes have been incorporated. Also disclosed is a method for preparing the paint or coating composition, a method for preventing or eliminating biocorrosion in surfaces exposed to aqueous environments, and lastly, the use of the paint or coating composition.
METHOD FOR DETERMINING THE BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY OF MOLECULES THAT INTERACT WITH THE PARTICLES DISPERSED IN A COLLOID AND WHICH INDUCE A BIOLOGICAL EFFECT
A method for measuring the potency of the biological effect of molecules that interact with the particles in a colloid comprising obtaining a test sample and a molecule control sample. The test sample contains molecules dissolved in a colloid, and the molecule control sample contains molecules dissolved in a particle-free solution extracted from the same colloid, in other words, molecules dissolved in the continuous phase of the colloid. The final characteristics of each sample allow all the molecules contained in the colloid to be differentiated from a population of molecules that do not interact with the colloid particles. Moreover, the method comprises the production of functional samples by way of the addition of viable cells to the test sample and to the molecule control sample and measurement of the potency of the biological effect exerted by the populations of molecules found in the two samples. The potency of the biological effect is evaluated by measuring the change induced in a specific biological parameter after exposure of the viable cells to the test sample and to the molecule control sample, The potency of each sample is expressed as a value representing the change in a biological parameter. The potency of the molecules that interact with the particles dispersed in the functional test sample is calculated from the difference between the potency value obtained for the functional test sample and the potency value obtained for the functional molecule control sample.
The present invention relates to a collision force analysis (CFA) method for obtaining in vivoestimates of contact force and pressure in the vocal cords directly from laryngeal videoendoscopies. The method comprises the steps of: providing at least a high-speed laryngeal videoendoscopy (also called High Speed Videoendoscopy or HSV) to generate at least one image and videos of the vocal cords; pre-processing the image in a processing unit, to define a region of interest (ROI) of the location of the glottis; detecting in the processing unit, the edges of the vocal folds in the images obtained by means of the HSV; recording in the processing unit, the points of the edges detected by means of a sequence of images; estimating in the processing unit, the path of the vocal cord edge during collision throughout time; and estimating the values of contact and impact of the vocal cords by means of a collision model.
A61B 1/267 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor for the respiratory tract, e.g. laryngoscopes, bronchoscopes
A61B 1/00 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor
G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
89.
INTRAOPERATIVE TUBE FOR RADIOGUIDED SURGICAL PROCEDURES
The invention relates to an intraoperative tube for radioguided surgical procedures which comprises: a handle made up of a casing (1), an on/off button (5), a power source (3) and an electronic board (6); and a head unit which comprises an electric circuit (11), a detector (10) formed by an inorganic light-emitting fibre optically coupled with a silicon photomultiplier (SiPM) and a collimator; in which the head unit is formed by a head connector (9.1) joined to a head body (9.2); and in which the handle comprises an electromechanical handle connector (2, 4) configured to couple removably with an electromechanical head connector (2.1, 4.1) placed in the head connector (9.1). The invention also relates to a system for carrying out radioguided procedures using the proposed tube.
G01T 1/202 - Measuring radiation intensity with scintillation detectors the detector being a crystal
A61B 6/00 - Apparatus or devices for radiation diagnosisApparatus or devices for radiation diagnosis combined with radiation therapy equipment
90.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ENERGY STORAGE AND GENERATION, WHEREIN PRESSURE IS RELEASED IN A LIQUID CERCUIT WHICH IN TURN DRIVES A LIQUID TURBINE FOR ENERGY GENERATION
A system and method for storing and generating energy, wherein pressure of a working fluid, preferably compressed gas, is released in a liquid circuit which in turn drives a liquid turbine for generating energy, optionally comprising a compressor (60) and a high-pressure primary tank (50). According to the invention, the system and method comprise: a first main liquid tank (10) and a second main liquid tank (20); an auxiliary liquid tank (30); a liquid turbine (40) located between the first (10) and second (20) main tanks and at the lower level of the bottom level of the first (10) and second (20) main tanks and of the auxiliary tank (30), in order to ensure that the pressure inside the tanks forces the liquid through the turbine (40) and not in the opposite direction; and a pipeline network with respective valves, including inlet valves, outlet valves and pressure-regulating or control valves, as well as ventilation valves. The operation is performed in short cycles and at constant pressure by means of a control system acting on at least one pressure-regulating valve.
F02B 13/00 - Engines characterised by the introduction of liquid fuel into cylinders by use of auxiliary fluid
F02B 63/00 - Adaptations of engines for driving pumps, hand-held tools or electric generatorsPortable combinations of engines with engine-driven devices
F03G 7/00 - Mechanical-power-producing mechanisms, not otherwise provided for or using energy sources not otherwise provided for
F03G 7/04 - Mechanical-power-producing mechanisms, not otherwise provided for or using energy sources not otherwise provided for using pressure differences or thermal differences occurring in nature
91.
METHOD, PROCESS, COMPOSITION AND KIT FOR MEASURING THE CONCENTRATION OF MOLECULES DISSOLVED IN THE CONTINUOUS PHASE OF A COLLOID
A process for producing a single-phase liquid composition from a volume of colloid; a single-phase liquid composition extracted from a colloid; a kit for measuring the concentration of molecules solubilised in the continuous phase of a colloid; and a method for measuring the concentration of molecules dissolved in the continuous phase of a colloid, comprising the steps of: a) producing a test sample by mixing a quantity of molecules with a volume of colloid; b) producing a control sample by mixing a quantity of molecules with a volume of particle-free solution extracted from a fraction of the same colloid used in step a), such that the concentration of molecules in the mixture is equal to the concentration of molecules in the test sample obtained in step a); c) subjecting the samples obtained in steps a) and b) to a process for concentrating the particles in the test sample obtained in step a); d) recovering a particle-free volume from the test sample obtained in step c); e) recovering a volume from the control sample obtained in step c); f) measuring the value of a parameter proportional to the quantity of molecules contained in the sample volume for the volume of the test sample recovered in step d); g) measuring the value of the same parameter proportional to the quantity of molecules contained in the sample volume for the volume of control sample recovered in step e); h) measuring the concentration of molecules in the continuous phase of the colloid.
The present document describes a composition and pharmaceutical composition comprising gelatin derived from a cold-adapted aquatic species, chitosan, agarose and glycerol. Further, the present document discusses a process for manufacturing a biomaterial which comprises gelatin derived from a cold-adapted aquatic species, chitosan, agarose and glycerol. The biomaterial obtained or obtainable through the process is also described. Also, the present document describes a kit which comprises: gelatin derived from a cold-adapted aquatic species, chitosan, agarose, and glycerol. Lastly, the use of the composition, pharmaceutical composition, biomaterial or kit for the production of scaffolds, dressings, beads, engineered tissues, devices or micro-devices suitable for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes or the use of the composition, biomaterial or kit for tissue engineering are also discussed.
A61L 15/22 - Bandages, dressings or absorbent pads for physiological fluids such as urine or blood, e.g. sanitary towels, tampons containing macromolecular materials
93.
METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SEA URCHIN EXTRACT ENRICHED WITH 1,4-POLYHYDROXYLATED NAPHTHOQUINONES WITH ANTIMICROBIAL AND ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY
The invention relates to a method for obtaining 1,4-polyhydroxylated naphthoquinones from live sea urchins, which comprises the following steps: (a) injecting a saline solution of KCl into the perivisceral coelom of female sea urchins to induce spawning; (b) collecting and grinding the roe to obtain a fine powder; (c) mixing said fine powder with an alcoholic solvent; and (d) separating the alcoholic supernatant comprising the 1,4-polyhydroxylated naphthoquinones in solution. According to the invention, the 1,4-polyhydroxylated naphthoquinones are chosen from: equinochrome A (6-ethyl-2,3,5,7,8-pentahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome A (2-acetyl-3,5,6,8-tetrahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome B (2,3,5,7-tetrahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome C (2-acetyl-3,5,6,7,8-pentahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome D (2,3,5,6,8-pentahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), spinochrome E (hexahydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone) or mixtures thereof.
A system and method for online estimate of the filling level of balls and loading level in a rotary mills, comprising a set of vibration sensors unit, associated with a magnet to transmit data signals via an antenna to a receiver that receives data signals from the antenna, an antenna, wherein the receiver is connected via optical fiber to a signal processor, which in turn communicates to a control server via a UTP cable, wherein the control server also obtains data from the mill operation to determine the best filling of balls and load; and the operating method.
B02C 17/18 - Disintegrating by tumbling mills, i.e. mills having a container charged with the material to be disintegrated with or without special disintegrating members such as pebbles or balls Details
B02C 25/00 - Control arrangements specially adapted for crushing or disintegrating
95.
MULTILEVEL CONVERTER FOR THE CONTROL AND TRANSMISSION OF ELECTRICAL ENERGY
The invention relates to a multilevel converter that operates with fewer components, reducing costs, losses, size and weight, thereby allowing volume to be reduced and making the control and transformation of electrical energy more accessible. The multilevel converter comprises at least one basic cell formed by: a) a first power switch that connects the positive bus to the at least one basic cell and to at least one other basic cell, the cells being connected together in cascade, and/or a basic cell and a continuous voltage source; b) a second power switch that connects the negative bus to the at least one basic cell and to at least one other basic cell, the cells being connected together in cascade, and/or a basic cell and the continuous voltage source from a); and c) a capacitor with a third power switch, both connected together in series and connected to the positive and negative buses.
The invention relates to a partial power converter (PPC) in an electrical energy system, which comprises an input capacitor connected in parallel to an energy source vpv and connected to a primary winding of a transformer, the primary winding being connected in series to a metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistor (MOSFET) M1. According to the invention, two secondary windings Ns1 and Ns2, both with the same number of turns, are each connected in series by means of a terminal to respective diodes D1 and D2, said diodes D1 and D2 being connected to the respective ends of an output capacitor Cdc. The other terminal of the secondary winding Ns1 of the transformer is connected to one of the terminals of the primary winding, while the other terminal of the secondary winding Ns2 is connected to one of the terminals of the transistor M1, the output capacitor Cdc acting as a link for connecting to a following stage.
Device for cutting double curvature surfaces into expanded polystyrene foam volumes comprising a first pair of linear guides; over each of the linear guides two pairs of plates arranged over skids are moving, where a horizontal beam connects each pair of plates; the two pairs of plates and the pair of horizontal beams; a block of material supported on the plates is displaced by a first pair by of step motors simultaneously activated; where the block of material in its movement faces a rectangular frame which is arranged perpendicularly to the movement path of the block, with the rectangular frame having a fixed position and a flexible foil, which is covered with a sheath of thermal and electrical insulation, over which a resistive heating wire is helically wound where electrical current heats the wire and vaporizes the zone previous to physical contact with the block of material during displacement.
A01N 31/16 - Oxygen or sulfur directly attached to an aromatic ring system with two or more oxygen or sulfur atoms directly attached to the same aromatic ring system
C07C 37/00 - Preparation of compounds having hydroxy or O-metal groups bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring
C07C 39/19 - Compounds having at least one hydroxy or O-metal group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring monocyclic with unsaturation outside the aromatic ring containing carbon-to-carbon double bonds but no carbon-to-carbon triple bonds
99.
A METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING GRAPHENE ON A COPPER SUBSTRATE BY MODIFIED CHEMICAL VAPOUR DEPOSITION (AP-CVD)
A method and system for producing graphene on a copper substrate by modified chemical vapour deposition (AP-CVD) comprising arranging two copper sheets (40) in a parallel manner and separated by a ceramic material (30), placing said copper sheets (40) inside an open chamber consisting of a cylindrical glass chamber (10), heating the two copper sheets (40) to a predetermined temperature using an electromagnetic induction heater (20), supplying a mixture of methane and argon flows to the upper face (18) of said cylindrical glass chamber (10), continuously monitoring the temperature of the two copper sheets (40), heating to around 1000 °C for a predetermined time using the electromagnetic induction heater (20), and cooling to room temperature under the same methane and argon flows.
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
C23C 16/46 - 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 characterised by the method used for heating the substrate
C23C 16/54 - Apparatus specially adapted for continuous coating
B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
B82Y 40/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures
100.
METHOD FOR ESTIMATING CONTACT PRESSURE AND FORCE IN VOCAL CORDS USING LARYNGEAL HIGH-SPEED VIDEOENDOSCOPY
The present invention relates to a contact force analysis (CFA) method for obtaining in vivo, directly from laryngeal videoendoscopies, estimates of contact force and pressure in the vocal cords. The method comprises the steps of: providing at least laryngeal high-speed videoendoscopy (HSV) to generate at least one image and videos of the vocal cords; pre-processing the image in a processing unit, to define a region of interest (ROI) of the location of the glottis; detecting, in the processing unit, the edges on the vocal folds in the images obtained by means of the HSV; recording, in the processing unit, the detected points of the edges by means of a sequence of images; estimating, in the processing unit, the path of the vocal cord edge during collision throughout time; and estimating the values of contact and impact of the vocal cords by means of a contact model.
G06K 9/00 - Methods or arrangements for reading or recognising printed or written characters or for recognising patterns, e.g. fingerprints
A61B 1/267 - Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopesIlluminating arrangements therefor for the respiratory tract, e.g. laryngoscopes, bronchoscopes
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