Abstract

Inventors unexpectedly discovered and claim a method of managing clinical outcomes using clinical outcome burn patient management system and method to curate a panel of optimum number of biomarkers to describe the clinical outcome variable with maximum efficacy for clinicians managing treatment and determining clinical outcomes for burn patients.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/6883 - Nucleic acid products used in the analysis of nucleic acids, e.g. primers or probes for diseases caused by alterations of genetic material
• G16H 50/20 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for computer-aided diagnosis, e.g. based on medical expert systems
• G16H 50/70 - ICT specially adapted for medical diagnosis, medical simulation or medical data miningICT specially adapted for detecting, monitoring or modelling epidemics or pandemics for mining of medical data, e.g. analysing previous cases of other patients

Abstract

Various embodiments that pertain to private permissioned hierarchical blockchains are described over fog/edge and multi-Cloud computing networks. In one example, a blockchain component can manage a private permissioned blockchain. An engagement component can engage a user with a network by way of the private permissioned blockchain. The network can be of different configurations, such as comprising at least one node (e.g., a first node and a second node) as well as being an access network, a backbone network, or a hybrid network. A communication component can enable a communication with the user and the network, such as the first node, by way of the private permissioned blockchain.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04L 9/00 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols

Abstract

2/hr. The impermeable clay-platelet filler component includes an aspect ratio having a ratio of diameter to thickness of 10 to 1 or greater. The impermeable clay-platelet filler component and the permeable metal-organic framework filler component each has at least a 20 weight percent of the film.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
• B01D 69/02 - Semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus characterised by their form, structure or propertiesManufacturing processes specially adapted therefor characterised by their properties
• B01D 69/12 - Composite membranesUltra-thin membranes
• B01D 71/52 - Polyethers
• C08J 3/20 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring
• C08J 5/18 - Manufacture of films or sheets

Abstract

A low-cost objective lens design uses only ZnS optical material, suitable for use with an uncooled infrared bolometer having a curved focal plane. Its objective lens field of view is at least ±20.0° over a 1280×720 pixel array with 0.0012 mm pitch. Lens chromatic aberrations are corrected over at least the 8-11 micron infrared wavelength band. The objective lens operates at a relatively fast F #/1.0 which is common in the art for bolometer applications.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 13/14 - Optical objectives specially designed for the purposes specified below for use with infrared or ultraviolet radiation
• G02B 27/00 - Optical systems or apparatus not provided for by any of the groups ,

Abstract

This invention relates to a wholly recombinant four factor hemostatic complex concentrate (4F-PCC) composition, human liver cell-produced product. Methods of producing a hemostatic composition using a hepatocyte cell line and a CRISPR/Cas9 gene activation multiplexing, which allows for simultaneous and high level expression of the FII, FVII, FIX, and FX clotting factors. The resultant product is a recombinant resuscitation solution to aid in mitigation of coagulopathy, reversal of coagulopathic states, and fluid resuscitation.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 38/48 - Hydrolases (3) acting on peptide bonds (3.4)
• A61K 38/36 - Blood coagulation or fibrinolysis factors
• C07K 14/75 - Fibrinogen
• C12N 5/071 - Vertebrate cells or tissues, e.g. human cells or tissues
• C12N 9/22 - Ribonucleases
• C12N 9/64 - Proteinases derived from animal tissue, e.g. rennin
• C12N 9/74 - Thrombin
• C12N 15/11 - DNA or RNA fragmentsModified forms thereof
• C12N 15/90 - Stable introduction of foreign DNA into chromosome
• C12P 21/00 - Preparation of peptides or proteins

Abstract

A bullet tracking system comprising a sensor sub-system that generates bullet tracking data by tracking a position and range of a bullet discharged from a remote-controlled weapon and traveling to an intended target; a processor that processes the bullet tracking data to determine aim adjustments of the weapon for subsequent firing of bullets to compensate for tracked bullet ballistics to improve an accuracy of the bullets for reaching the intended target; and a control sub-system to make the aim adjustments of the weapon.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41G 3/14 - Indirect aiming means
• F41G 3/16 - Sighting devices adapted for indirect laying of fire
• F41G 5/06 - Elevating or traversing control systems for guns using electric means for remote control

Abstract

A multi-compartment mortar increment container (MIC) enables burning of two propellants to broaden the pressure-time curve providing additional energy and force behind a mortar shell while maintaining allowable pressures. During the ballistic cycle, the mortar increment container burns allowing the faster propellant to mix with the slower propellant. The slower propellant will burn later in the ballistic cycle generating higher pressure behind the projectile leading to higher velocity.

IPC Classes  ?

• F42B 5/192 - Cartridge cases characterised by the material used

Abstract

A battery activation device uses ballistic pressure to directly activate a liquid reserve battery and simultaneously complete the battery ground circuit to the electronics system. The gas pressure generated during ballistic launch reacts upon a piston face that transforms the pressure directly into a linear force which is then applied to the liquid reserve battery for activation. An internal shear disc prevents unintentional battery activation from an accidental drop and if sufficient launch pressure has not been realized by device.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 6/38 - Deferred-action cells containing electrolyte and made operational by physical means, e.g. thermal cells by mechanical means
• F42C 15/33 - Arming-means in fuzesSafety means for preventing premature detonation of fuzes or charges operated by change of fluid pressure by breaking a vacuum or pressure container
• H01M 50/682 - Containers for storing liquidsDelivery conduits therefor accommodated in battery or cell casings

Abstract

Solid fuel pellets or particles are coated with a diamond-like and/or graphitic coating to impart increased resistance to oxidation or other forms of degradation. An apparatus and method for producing solid fuel pellets or particles or other comminuted or particulate material that are coated with diamond-like and/or graphitic coatings employ plasma coating of the particles or comminuted material in a plasma chamber that has provision for agitating and/or stirring the particles during the plasma coating process. The gas feed to the plasma chamber may contain at least one organic carbon source.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10L 5/32 - Coating
• B08B 7/00 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass
• C23C 16/02 - Pretreatment of the material to be coated
• C23C 16/26 - Deposition of carbon only
• H01J 37/32 - Gas-filled discharge tubes

Abstract

In one embodiment, a system for cleaning a well includes (i) an ultraviolet (UV) light emitting device and/or (ii) a first brush connected with an abrasion device motor to drive the first brush in rotation around a longitudinal axis of the first brush. A cable reel and a cable are connected with (i) the UV light emitting device to power the UV light emitting device, to lower the UV light emitting device into the well, and to raise the UV light emitting device from the well; and/or (ii) the first brush and the abrasion device motor, to power the abrasion device motor, to lower the first brush and the abrasion device motor into the well, and to raise the first brush and the abrasion device motor from the well.

IPC Classes  ?

• E21B 37/00 - Methods or apparatus for cleaning boreholes or wells
• B08B 7/00 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass
• B08B 7/04 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass by a combination of operations
• B08B 17/02 - Preventing deposition of fouling or of dust
• E21B 19/02 - Rod or cable suspensions
• E21B 19/084 - Apparatus for feeding the rods or cablesApparatus for increasing or decreasing the pressure on the drilling toolApparatus for counterbalancing the weight of the rods with flexible drawing means, e.g. cables

Abstract

For see-through AR displays, the current state of art uses geometric correction to lower the display location error, however this is far from an ideal solution and requires knowing range or pose of the devices. A dual-function optic for eye display & camera is disclosed, wherein a sensor camera imaging optics pipeline with a virtual projection point at an eye's retina reduces parallax errors to zero.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/10 - Beam splitting or combining systems
• G02B 27/30 - Collimators

Abstract

In one embodiment, a cold mix asphalt composition comprises an aggregate blend including an aggregate and a filler; and a cold mix asphalt binder including a urethane-modified asphalt binder mixed with the aggregate blend to form the cold mix asphalt composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch

Abstract

A parabolic mixing nozzle including a body having an internal flow channel having a well and a plurality of parabolic shaped channels extending through the well and wherein each of the plurality of parabolic shaped channels converge together and open into an exit passage to disrupt the laminar flow of material through the parabolic mixing nozzle and a method of making products using the parabolic mixing nozzle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/20 - Injection nozzles
• B01F 25/432 - Mixing tubes, e.g. wherein the material is moved in a radial or partly reversed direction with means for dividing the material flow into separate sub-flows and for repositioning and recombining these sub-flowsCross-mixing, e.g. conducting the outer layer of the material nearer to the axis of the tube or vice-versa
• B01F 25/433 - Mixing tubes wherein the shape of the tube influences the mixing, e.g. mixing tubes with varying cross-section or provided with inwardly extending profiles
• B01F 25/46 - Homogenising or emulsifying nozzles
• B01F 101/00 - Mixing characterised by the nature of the mixed materials or by the application field
• B29C 45/17 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
• B29K 105/24 - Condition, form or state of moulded material cross-linked or vulcanised
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing

Abstract

In one embodiment, an enclosure device for a printed circuit board (PCB) includes an enclosure wall structure enclosing an enclosure interior which has a PCB space in which to dispose the PCB. The enclosure wall structure includes therein an internal geometry of a monolithic heat exchanger core of a monolithic heat exchanger having a plurality of internal channels. The enclosure wall structure includes one or more vents. One or more fans are configured to drive air via one or more inlets from an enclosure exterior outside of the enclosure wall structure through the internal channels and out of the one or more vents. A plurality of misters are disposed at a plurality of misting locations external of the enclosure wall structure to deliver a misting fluid to the plurality of misting locations for cooling an exterior of the enclosure wall structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
• G06F 1/20 - Cooling means

Abstract

In this disclosure, a zebrafish model is established for rapid screening of potential drug candidates for prevention and treatment of sepsis. To this end, three endpoints (mortality, tail-fin edema, and reactive oxygen species detection) screening method is established to identify drugs of potential use among approved drugs and/or novel small molecules, and 16 drugs were identified, which target serotonin receptors, receptor tyrosine kinases, dietary supplements, antihistamine drugs, serotonin uptake inhibitors, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, and other antipsychotic drugs.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/50 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing

Abstract

A portable decontamination chamber including an outer container defining a first internal volume; an interior receptacle positioned within the first internal volume and defining a second internal volume that is configured to receive an item to be decontaminated; an insulating liner configured to be positioned within the first internal volume between an interior surface of the outer container and an exterior surface of the interior receptacle; a thermite compact configured to be positioned within the first internal volume and in contact with at least a portion of the exterior surface of the interior receptacle; and an initiator configured to ignite the thermite compact to induce a biological decontamination temperature within the second internal volume in order to thoroughly and rapidly decontaminate material tainted with unwanted biological matter in a readily deployable package without the generation of additional gaseous products that increase the pressure within the decontamination chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61L 2/04 - Heat
• A61L 2/26 - Accessories
• C06B 33/12 - Compositions containing particulate metal, alloy, boron, silicon, selenium or tellurium with at least one oxygen supplying material which is either a metal oxide or a salt, organic or inorganic, capable of yielding a metal oxide the material being two or more oxygen-yielding compounds
• F42B 3/11 - Initiators therefor characterised by the material used, e.g. for initiator case or electric leads
• F42B 3/113 - Initiators therefor activated by optical means, e.g. laser, flashlight

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to methods and compositions used therein to dye via a bifunctional diazirene compound high-performance textiles including para-aramid (polymers of co-polymers), ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), or nylon as filament yarns and/or spun yarns of fibers or fiber-blends thereof and in a manner more quickly and more environmentally friendly.

IPC Classes  ?

• D06P 1/00 - General processes of dyeing or printing textiles or general processes of dyeing leather, furs or solid macromolecular substances in any form, classified according to the dyes, pigments or auxiliary substances employed
• D02G 3/02 - Yarns or threads characterised by the material or by the materials from which they are made
• D06P 1/384 - General processes of dyeing or printing textiles or general processes of dyeing leather, furs or solid macromolecular substances in any form, classified according to the dyes, pigments or auxiliary substances employed using reactive dyes with a reactive group not directly attached to the heterocyclic group

Abstract

A method for treating traumatic brain injury include administering to a patient having traumatic brain injury and in need of treatment an effective amount of a composition comprising resveratrol triacetate or esterified resveratrol. The traumatic brain injury may be a penetrating brain injury.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/222 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin with compounds having aromatic groups, e.g. dipivefrine, ibopamine
• A61K 31/22 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin
• A61K 31/221 - Esters, e.g. nitroglycerine, selenocyanates of carboxylic acids of acyclic acids, e.g. pravastatin with compounds having an amino group, e.g. acetylcholine, acetylcarnitine
• A61K 31/66 - Phosphorus compounds
• A61P 25/28 - Drugs for disorders of the nervous system for treating neurodegenerative disorders of the central nervous system, e.g. nootropic agents, cognition enhancers, drugs for treating Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia
• A61P 39/06 - Free radical scavengers or antioxidants

Abstract

Methods, devices, systems, and computer-readable media are described for providing adaptive and closed loop hemorrhagic shock resuscitation. A computing device may cause activation of an automated tourniquet configured to impede extremity bleeding. The computing device may additionally cause activation of an adaptive resuscitation controller by determining a desired mean arterial pressure setpoint and causing, based on the desired mean arterial pressure setpoint, the adaptive resuscitation controller to infuse fluids into the patient. The computing device may then monitor component pressure measurements of the automated tourniquet and blood pressure parameters of the patient. The computing device may then, based on the component pressure measurements, cause modification of one or more operating parameters of the automated tourniquet. The computing device may additionally and/or alternatively, based on comparing the blood pressure parameters to the desired mean arterial pressure setpoint, cause the adaptive resuscitation controller to infuse fluids into the patient.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
• A61B 5/02 - Detecting, measuring or recording for evaluating the cardiovascular system, e.g. pulse, heart rate, blood pressure or blood flow
• A61B 5/021 - Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessels
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/132 - Tourniquets
• A61B 17/135 - Tourniquets inflatable
• A61M 5/142 - Pressure infusion, e.g. using pumps
• G16H 20/17 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to drugs or medications, e.g. for ensuring correct administration to patients delivered via infusion or injection
• G16H 20/30 - ICT specially adapted for therapies or health-improving plans, e.g. for handling prescriptions, for steering therapy or for monitoring patient compliance relating to physical therapies or activities, e.g. physiotherapy, acupressure or exercising
• G16H 40/63 - ICT specially adapted for the management or administration of healthcare resources or facilitiesICT specially adapted for the management or operation of medical equipment or devices for the operation of medical equipment or devices for local operation

Abstract

A method of treating thrombosis in a subject comprising administering an effective amount of a PDE4 inhibitor.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/44 - Non-condensed pyridinesHydrogenated derivatives thereof
• A61K 31/727 - HeparinHeparan
• A61M 1/16 - Dialysis systemsArtificial kidneysBlood oxygenators with membranes

Abstract

A majority of military casualties occur during the pre-hospital period. The cause of death is largely associated with massive traumatic bleeding that leads to organ damage due to sustained hypoxia. Currently, therapeutics are lacking at the point of injury to mitigate hypoxic damage and maintain the survivability of severe hemorrhage prior to reaching medical facilities. This invention addresses that by introducing a method of co-administering prolyl hydroxylase domain inhibitor (PHDi, MK-8617), anti-fibrinolytic agent (tranexamic acid), and bradykinin receptor antagonist (icatibant) as anti-hemorrhage agents in combination with resuscitation fluid treatment with colloid solution of 25% human albumin that has an advantage of relatively small volume requirement to maintain blood volume. In addition, a kit comprising anti-hemorrhage agents that can be easily carried to the battlefield is also provided here. The therapeutic application of those agents on or near the point of injury can stabilize hypoxia inducible factor-1 alpha and enhance blood clot formation, which improves the patient's cellular adaptation to hypoxia and reduce hemorrhage, and thus can decrease organ failure and increase the patient's survivability.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/506 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim not condensed and containing further heterocyclic rings
• A61P 9/00 - Drugs for disorders of the cardiovascular system

Abstract

Disclosed herein are embodiments of an energetic compound and methods of making and using the same. Energetic compound embodiments disclosed herein exhibit physical and chemical properties that facilitate their use in various applications, such as high energy propellant plasticizers, melt-castable explosives, and the like. Efficient and safe method embodiments for making the disclosed energetic compound embodiments are described herein.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 271/06 - 1,2,4-OxadiazolesHydrogenated 1,2,4-oxadiazoles
• C06B 25/34 - Compositions containing a nitrated organic compound the compound being a nitrated acyclic, alicyclic or heterocyclic amine

Abstract

The present invention is directed to aqueous solid polymer electrolytes that comprise a lithium salt and an ionic liquid, and battery cells comprising the same. The present invention is also directed to methods of making the electrolytes and methods of using the electrolytes in batteries and other electrochemical technologies.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 10/0565 - Polymeric materials, e.g. gel-type or solid-type
• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 4/505 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of manganese of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing manganese for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiMn2O4 or LiMn2OxFy
• H01M 4/58 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic compounds other than oxides or hydroxides, e.g. sulfides, selenides, tellurides, halogenides or LiCoFySelection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of polyanionic structures, e.g. phosphates, silicates or borates
• H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries

Abstract

An apparatus for testing personal protection equipment or devices comprising an enclosure body having an air-inflatable support structure that receives an air-transferable chemical and air to maintain a substantially rigid structural integrity; a nozzle connected to the air-inflatable support structure, wherein the nozzle releases air and the air-transferable chemical from the air-inflatable support structure into the interior of the enclosure body for a selected period of time as a concentration of the air-transferable chemical in the interior of the enclosure body is at a steady state of uniformity; and a panel integrated into the enclosure body that passively releases air from the enclosure body.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 17/00 - Investigating resistance of materials to the weather, to corrosion or to light
• B01L 1/00 - EnclosuresChambers
• B01L 1/02 - Air-pressure chambersAir-locks therefor
• E04H 15/20 - Tents or canopies, in general inflatable, e.g. shaped, strengthened or supported by fluid pressure
• G01M 3/02 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum

Abstract

In one embodiment, contamination detection includes attaching a front-facing side of a detector enclosure to a ripper of a ripper machine. The detector enclosure includes a rear-facing side having a rear-facing window, two lateral-facing sides, and a bottom-facing side. A detector is disposed inside the detector enclosure. The ripper is inserted into a soil to position the rear-facing window, the two lateral-facing sides, and the bottom-facing side of the detector enclosure below a soil surface of the soil. The ripper is moved horizontally through the soil leading with the front-facing side of the detector enclosure to detect subsurface contamination via the rear-facing window using the detector.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01T 1/167 - Measuring radioactive content of objects, e.g. contamination
• G01N 33/24 - Earth materials
• G01T 1/169 - Exploration, location of contaminated surface areas

Abstract

A system for automatically locking a control laser in a Rydberg atomic sensor may comprise an atomic vapor cell, a probe laser configured to excite the atoms in the atomic vapor cell to an intermediate energy state, and a control laser configured to excite the one or more atoms in the atomic vapor cell from the intermediate energy state to a higher energy state. The light generated by the control laser may be dithered at a pre-determined frequency. The system further comprises a photodiode configured to convert light received from the vapor cell into an electrical signal, a lock-in amplifier configured to generate an error signal based on the electrical signal received from the photo diode and a received reference oscillation frequency, and a servo configured to receive the generated error signal from the lock-in amplifier and adjust a frequency of the control laser based on the received error signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01R 29/08 - Measuring electromagnetic field characteristics
• G01R 29/14 - Measuring field distribution

Abstract

In one embodiment, a 3D printing system includes: a stage on which a substrate is disposed; first and second syringe pumps; first and second syringes; a hydrodynamic flow focusing nozzle having a central channel coupled to the first syringe to receive a printing ink and two side channels on two sides of the central channel and coupled to the second syringe to receive a sheath fluid to pinch the central channel; and a pulse generator to apply an electric potential between the hydrodynamic flow focusing nozzle and the substrate to deposit the printing ink on the substrate on-demand and control ejection frequency of the printing ink. The first syringe pump is controllable to adjust a printing ink flow rate of the printing ink to deposit the printing ink onto the substrate. The second syringe pump is controllable to adjust a sheath fluid flow rate of the sheath fluid.

IPC Classes  ?

• B82B 3/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures by manipulation of individual atoms or molecules, or limited collections of atoms or molecules as discrete units

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to IgA antibodies and antigen binding fragments thereof and to cocktails of antibodies and antigen binding fragments that neutralize virus infection without contributing to antibody-dependent enhancement of dengue virus infection. The present disclosure also relates to immortalized B cells that produce, and to epitopes that bind to, such antibodies and antigen binding fragments.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• A61P 31/04 - Antibacterial agents

Abstract

In accordance with some embodiments, systems, methods, and media for estimating compensatory reserve and predicting hemodynamic decompensation using physiological data are provided. In some embodiments, a system for estimating compensatory reserve is provided, the system comprising: a processor programmed to: receive a blood pressure waveform of a subject; generate a first sample of the blood pressure waveform with a first duration; provide the sample as input to a trained CNN that was trained using samples of the first duration from blood pressure waveforms recorded from subjects while decreasing the subject's central blood volume, each sample being associated with a compensatory reserve metric; receive, from the trained CNN, a first compensatory reserve metric based on the first sample; and cause information indicative of remaining compensatory reserve to be presented.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/02 - Detecting, measuring or recording for evaluating the cardiovascular system, e.g. pulse, heart rate, blood pressure or blood flow
• A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
• A61B 5/021 - Measuring pressure in heart or blood vessels
• A61B 5/024 - Measuring pulse rate or heart rate
• G06N 3/004 - Artificial life, i.e. computing arrangements simulating life
• G06N 3/008 - Artificial life, i.e. computing arrangements simulating life based on physical entities controlled by simulated intelligence so as to replicate intelligent life forms, e.g. based on robots replicating pets or humans in their appearance or behaviour

Abstract

A filter adaptor is provided for a respirator that allows the respirator to accommodate filters that have a different connection interface than the filter connection on the respirator. The adaptor includes a body having a first surface and an opposite second surface and defines a through hole. Mask locking tabs on the first surface engage with a complementary bayonet attachment the respirator. A first wall on the first surface and an inlet port gasket thereon nests within a complementary inlet port on the respirator to form an air-tight seal between the first wall and the inlet port. A valve ring on the first surface of the body engages an inlet valve on the respirator. A second wall on the second surface includes filter locking tabs that engage with a complementary filter opening of a filter. A filter gasket around the second wall forms an air-tight seal between the filter opening and the adaptor.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62B 23/02 - Filters for breathing-protection purposes for respirators
• A62B 9/04 - CouplingsSupporting frames

Abstract

A remote weapon system (RWS) for an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) includes a dedicated weapon, multi-axis gimbal and ammunition handling capabilities with all operations functioning remotely and wirelessly. The RWS comprises system-level and component-level safety features which preclude the weapon of the remote weapon system from being operable if removed from the remote weapon system.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41A 9/34 - Feeding of belted ammunition from magazines
• F41A 7/06 - Machine-gun rechargers, e.g. manually operated electrically operated
• F41A 9/37 - Feeding two or more kinds of ammunition to the same gunFeeding from two sides
• F41A 17/42 - Safeties for locking the breech-block or bolt in a safety position
• F41A 19/08 - Mechanical firing mechanisms remote actuatedMechanical firing mechanisms lanyard actuated
• F41A 19/12 - SearsSear mountings
• F41A 19/58 - Electric firing mechanisms
• F41A 25/00 - Gun mountings permitting recoil or return to battery, e.g. gun cradlesBarrel buffers or brakes
• F41A 25/14 - Spring-operated systems using coil springs adjustable
• F41A 27/00 - Gun mountings permitting traversing or elevating movement, e.g. gun carriages

Abstract

Apparatuses are disclosed herein for holding and securing an item. In one embodiment the item holder includes at least one layer of material between two outer layers of material. The two outer layers are made of a different material than the material of the at least one layer of material. Portions of the two outer layers and the at least one layer are secured together to form an opened ended receptacle for receiving an item. A set of hook/loop fasteners are secured to the exterior of the receptacle. The item holder also includes a material loop adapted to receive the receptacle. The material loop includes an interior surface that includes a second set of hook/loop fasters adapted to contact the first set of hook/loop fasteners. Although not required, an insertion tool may be used for insertion of receptacle into the material loop.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41C 33/02 - Holsters, i.e. cases for pistols having means for being carried or worn, e.g. at the belt or under the arm
• A45F 5/02 - Fastening articles to the garment
• F41C 33/04 - Special attachments therefor
• A45F 5/00 - Holders or carriers for hand articlesHolders or carriers for use while travelling or camping

Abstract

In one embodiment, a flotation apparatus for treating a liquid medium includes a flotation body; one or more UV lamps connected to the flotation body to be submerged in the liquid medium from the flotation body; and a filter screen connected to the flotation body to be submerged in the liquid medium upstream of the one or more UV lamps. The filter screen extends downward below a surface of the liquid medium to a lowest level which is disposed at or below a lowest level of the one or more UV lamps.

IPC Classes  ?

• C02F 1/32 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by irradiation with ultraviolet light
• C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage

Abstract

A water treatment system that includes cationic polyacrylamide (cPAM) and xanthan (i.e., xanthan gum) effectively treats water contaminated with microorganisms such as harmful algal blooms (HAB). The combination of cPAM and xanthan forms cohesive thread-like flocs with the microorganisms entrapped therein. The flocs are then separated from the aqueous media, thereby removing the microorganisms. The combination of cPAM and xanthan has dramatically reduced toxicity compared to cPAM alone.

IPC Classes  ?

• C02F 1/56 - Macromolecular compounds
• C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage
• C02F 1/40 - Devices for separating or removing fatty or oily substances or similar floating material
• C02F 1/52 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by flocculation or precipitation of suspended impurities

Abstract

Provided herein are antibodies and antibody fragments that bind to SARS-COV-2 spike protein. Methods of using these antibodies in in vitro methods are provided. Methods of using these antibodies in vivo to treat or prevent SARS-COV-2 infections are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses
• G01N 33/569 - ImmunoassayBiospecific binding assayMaterials therefor for microorganisms, e.g. protozoa, bacteria, viruses

Abstract

A vehicle or shipping-container monitoring system is provided. The system is used to sample the interior environment of the container and if needed, clear a potentially hazardous material from the interior of the container prior to conventional opening. The system includes a monitoring assembly affixed to a first through-penetration in the vehicle container, an evacuation assembly affixed to a second through-penetration in the vehicle container, and an intake penetration with a cap affixed to a third through-penetration in the vehicle container. A method is also provided to assess the interior of a vehicle or shipping container for hazardous gases or vapors prior to opening the container.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 90/48 - Arrangements of indicating or measuring devices
• B65D 90/22 - Safety features

Abstract

Compositions and methods of improving an immunological response in a human subject suffering from a Pseudomonas aeruginosa in a wound comprising the step of: (i) administering one or more isolated and purified strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers or adjuvants to the wounded area of the human subject, said genomic phages interacting with innate and adaptive immune system of the human subject, while providing biological protection and/or wound recovery or stimulation; and (ii) co-administering one or more additional genomic phages selected from genomic phages selected from Myoviridae, Podoviridae and Siphoviridae interacts and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable carriers or adjuvants to the wounded area of the human subject.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/18 - Testing for antimicrobial activity of a material
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof

Abstract

Various embodiments relate to antenna panels with different geometries. Two or more log-periodic panels, such as log-periodic antenna panels, can be arranged along about the same plane next to one another. In one example, two panels can be employed, a first panel and a second panel. These panels can have a geometry, with the first panel having a first geometry and the second panel having a second geometry that is a mirror of the first geometry.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01Q 11/10 - Log-periodic antennas
• H01Q 21/08 - Arrays of individually energised antenna units similarly polarised and spaced apart the units being spaced along, or adjacent to, a rectilinear path

Abstract

A functionally graded structure for a protective device includes a plurality of lattice structures including at least a first lattice structure having a first geometry and a second lattice structure having a second geometry. The first lattice structure with the first geometry has a first compression response property and the second lattice structure with the second geometry has a second compression response property that is different from the first compression response property.

IPC Classes  ?

• A42B 3/06 - Impact-absorbing shells, e.g. of crash helmets
• A42B 3/12 - Cushioning devices

Abstract

An ammunition projectile puller includes a body with one or more jaws to engage the projectile. The jaws can generally displace axially or radially relative to an axis of a through opening, and/or rotate around an axis transverse to the through axis, all within a predetermined range of motion. The jaws obtain a reliable purchase on the projectile to facilitate the extraction. The extracted projectile is cleared from the puller by the insertion of the next projectile to be extracted. The device is thus self-locating, self-locking, self-clearing, tolerant of projectile variation, operable with different projectile types and calibers, reliable, and efficient.

IPC Classes  ?

• F42B 33/06 - Dismantling fuzes, cartridges, projectiles, missiles, rockets, or bombs

Abstract

For see-through AR displays, the current state of art uses geometric correction to lower the display location error, however this is far from an ideal solution and requires knowing range or pose of the devices. A dual-function optic for near-to-eye display & camera is disclosed, wherein a sensor camera imaging optics pipeline with a virtual projection point at an eye's retina reduces parallax errors to zero.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 27/30 - Collimators
• G02B 27/01 - Head-up displays
• G02B 27/10 - Beam splitting or combining systems

Abstract

A functionally graded structure for a protective device includes a plurality of lattice structures including at least a first lattice structure having a first geometry and a second lattice structure having a second geometry. The first lattice structure with the first geometry has a first compression response property and the second lattice structure with the second geometry has a second compression response property that is different from the first compression response property.

IPC Classes  ?

• A42B 3/06 - Impact-absorbing shells, e.g. of crash helmets
• A42B 3/12 - Cushioning devices

Abstract

A functionally graded structure for a protective device includes a plurality of lattice structures including at least a first lattice structure having a first geometry and a second lattice structure having a second geometry. The first lattice structure with the first geometry has a first compression response property and the second lattice structure with the second geometry has a second compression response property that is different from the first compression response property.

IPC Classes  ?

• A42B 3/06 - Impact-absorbing shells, e.g. of crash helmets
• A42B 3/12 - Cushioning devices

Abstract

A composite product includes basalt fibers and a liquid polymer resin mixed with a curing agent and infused into the basalt fibers. A method of making the composite product includes mixing a liquid polymer resin with a curing agent to form a resin matrix; infusing the resin matrix into basalt fibers; and curing the basalt fibers infused with the resin matrix to form the composite product. The method may further include adding an additive including at least one of graphene or graphite to the liquid polymer resin and the curing agent, and mixing the additive with them to form the resin matrix which is infused into the basalt fibers. It may further include weighing the additive, at about 0.1% to 0.3% of a weight of the liquid polymer resin and curing agent, to be added to the liquid polymer resin and curing agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 5/24 - Impregnating materials with prepolymers which can be polymerised in situ, e.g. manufacture of prepregs
• C08G 59/22 - Di-epoxy compounds
• C08G 59/24 - Di-epoxy compounds carbocyclic
• C08G 59/50 - Amines
• C08K 3/04 - Carbon

Abstract

Provided herein are methods for next generation sequencing a target using universal adapter technologies and identifying and reducing error by distinguishing the signals from sequencing the target based on the location on the flow cell of the signals from sequencing the sample identifying region(s) of the adapters.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/6806 - Preparing nucleic acids for analysis, e.g. for polymerase chain reaction [PCR] assay
• C12Q 1/6876 - Nucleic acid products used in the analysis of nucleic acids, e.g. primers or probes
• C40B 50/08 - Liquid phase synthesis, i.e. wherein all library building blocks are in liquid phase or in solution during library creationParticular methods of cleavage from the liquid support

Abstract

In a general form, a running complexity analysis is computed for the skin temperature and heart rate measures as they both provide different views of the control of the thermoregulatory system. Initial Tsk and HR complexities at rest may form a baseline or normalization factor used to individualize the system. In at least one embodiment, the ratio of HR complexity to Tsk complexity is an indication of the individual's thermoregulatory strain level with one implementation for the thermoregulatory strain index.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 5/16 - Devices for psychotechnicsTesting reaction times
• A61B 5/00 - Measuring for diagnostic purposes Identification of persons
• A61B 5/0205 - Simultaneously evaluating both cardiovascular conditions and different types of body conditions, e.g. heart and respiratory condition
• A61B 5/024 - Measuring pulse rate or heart rate

Abstract

A method of forming a net shape preform for a high performance ballistic helmet includes preparing one or more full prepreg plies, preparing one or more filler prepreg plies, wherein a shape and orientation of one filler prepreg ply of the one or more filler prepreg plies is different from a shape and orientation of another filler prepreg ply of the one or more filler prepreg plies, layering the one or more full prepreg plies with one or more filler prepreg plies to form a ply stack and deforming a portion of the ply stack while constraining the ply stack by applying in-plane tensional force to the ply stack to form the net-shape preform.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 70/56 - Tensioning reinforcements before or during shaping
• B29C 70/46 - Shaping or impregnating by compression for producing articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles using matched moulds, e.g. for deforming sheet moulding compounds [SMC] or prepregs
• B29K 77/00 - Use of polyamides, e.g. polyesteramides, as moulding material
• B29K 105/08 - Condition, form or state of moulded material containing reinforcements, fillers or inserts of continuous length, e.g. cords, rovings, mats, fabrics, strands or yarns
• B29K 307/04 - Carbon
• B29L 31/00 - Other particular articles
• F41H 1/08 - Protection helmets of plasticsPlastic head-shields
• F41H 5/04 - Plate construction composed of more than one layer

Abstract

A method of installing an underbody kit to a vehicle comprising providing a rapid underbody kit deployment crate comprising a pallet, at least one inflatable bladder, and at least one cover; removing the at least one cover from the pallet; placing the underbody kit onto the pallet and the at least one inflatable bladder; securing the at least one cover back onto the pallet; transporting the rapid underbody kit deployment crate to an assembly location; removing the at least one cover from the pallet; driving the vehicle over the rapid underbody kit deployment crate; inflating the at least one inflatable bladder to vertically lift the underbody kit into installation position; installing the underbody kit to an underbody of the vehicle; deflating the at least one inflatable bladder by releasing the fluid from the at least one inflatable bladder; and driving the vehicle away from the rapid underbody kit deployment crate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 65/02 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components
• B62D 21/15 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted having impact absorbing means, e.g. a frame designed to permanently or temporarily change shape or dimension upon impact with another body
• B62D 25/20 - Floors or bottom sub-units
• B66F 3/35 - Inflatable flexible elements, e.g. bellows
• B66F 3/36 - Load-engaging elements

Abstract

An optoelectronic device apparatus using active, frequency-selective metasurfaces to achieve retroreflection at a pre-determined single frequency and optionally provide signal modulation on the reflected light beam. The apparatus may use several active, frequency-selective metasurfaces to replace traditional optical lens and mirrors.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02F 1/19 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on variable-reflection or variable-refraction elements not provided for in groups
• H04B 10/11 - Arrangements specific to free-space transmission, i.e. transmission through air or vacuum

Abstract

2+  (I) 4 perfluoroalkyl; m is independently in each occurrence an integer of 0 to 12 inclusive; p is an integer of 0 to 36 inclusive, to form an amide, a thioamide, or an ester; Ar is a 1,3,5-modified phenyl, and 1.4>×>0. A process of synthesis thereof and the use to chemically modify a gaseous reactant are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 53/58 - Ammonia
• B01D 53/62 - Carbon oxides
• B01D 69/12 - Composite membranesUltra-thin membranes
• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
• B01D 71/82 - Macromolecular material not specifically provided for in a single one of groups characterised by the presence of specified groups, e.g. introduced by chemical after-treatment
• C07F 1/08 - Copper compounds

Abstract

A system and method for producing a recombinant Moringa oleifera coagulant protein (MO) in Bacillus includes the expression of a recombinant nucleic acid encoding the MO protein fused or linked to a Bacillus signal peptide (SP). The nucleic acid can also be modified by codon optimization for enhanced expression of the MO protein in bacteria. The recombinant MO protein has coagulation/flocculation activity and can be used in the treatment of contaminated water, particularly drinking water. Vectors and nucleic acid constructs encoding the MO protein and SP, and host bacterial cells are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 14/415 - Peptides having more than 20 amino acidsGastrinsSomatostatinsMelanotropinsDerivatives thereof from plants
• C12N 1/20 - BacteriaCulture media therefor
• C12N 15/70 - Vectors or expression systems specially adapted for E. coli
• C12N 15/75 - Vectors or expression systems specially adapted for prokaryotic hosts other than E. coli, e.g. Lactobacillus, Micromonospora for Bacillus
• C12R 1/125 - Bacillus subtilis
• C12R 1/19 - Escherichia coli

Abstract

The disclosed subject matter relates to a method of treating of asbestos or asbestos-containing material, comprising applying to the asbestos or asbestos-containing material a composition including a treatment compound comprising at least one of hexafluoro titanium di-ammonium, potassium hexafluoro zirconate. ammonium hexafluoro phosphate. ammonium hexafluoro stannate, ammonium hexafluoro germanate, ammonium tetrafluoro borate or ammonium heptafluoro tantalite; and a fluorine scavenger compound.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/35 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using infrared light
• G01N 1/22 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the gaseous state
• A62D 101/41 - Inorganic fibers, e.g. asbestos
• B09B 3/00 - Destroying solid waste or transforming solid waste into something useful or harmless

Abstract

A firearm with a real-time cartridge counter display function, comprising a firearm body, a cartridge clip, a scope, and ammunition cartridge or cartridges loaded within the cartridge clip.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41A 9/62 - Magazines having means for indicating the number of cartridges left in the magazine, e.g. last-round indicators
• F41G 1/38 - Telescopic sights specially adapted for smallarms or ordnanceSupports or mountings therefor

Abstract

A nano-structured alloy material includes a nanoparticle; a matrix phase surrounding the nanoparticle; and an alkali/alkali Earth metal to alter (i) a material property of the nanoparticle. (ii) a material property of the matrix phase, and (iii) an interaction of the nanoparticle with the matrix phase.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 1/054 - Nanosized particles
• B22F 1/065 - Spherical particles
• B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
• B82Y 40/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures
• C22C 9/00 - Alloys based on copper

Abstract

4 perfluoroalkyl; m is independently in each occurrence an integer of 0 to 12 inclusive; p is an integer of 0 to 36 inclusive, to form an amide, a thioamide, or an ester; Ar is a 1,3,5-modified phenyl, and 1.4>x>0. A process of synthesis thereof and the use to chemically modify a gaseous reactant are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07F 1/08 - Copper compounds
• B01D 53/58 - Ammonia
• B01D 53/62 - Carbon oxides
• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 69/12 - Composite membranesUltra-thin membranes
• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
• B01D 71/82 - Macromolecular material not specifically provided for in a single one of groups characterised by the presence of specified groups, e.g. introduced by chemical after-treatment

Abstract

Gluconacetobacter and culturing media in a container; combining organic additives or inorganic additives with the active cellulose-producing bacteria in the container to produce a cellulose hydrogel matrix composed of entangled bacteria-produced cellulose nanofibers; controlling a concentration of the additives in the cellulose hydrogel matrix; and exposing the cellulose hydrogel matrix in selected thermal environment to create a biofabricated functional material.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12P 19/04 - Polysaccharides, i.e. compounds containing more than five saccharide radicals attached to each other by glycosidic bonds
• B01J 35/33 - Electric or magnetic properties
• C01B 32/05 - Preparation or purification of carbon not covered by groups , , ,
• C08L 1/02 - CelluloseModified cellulose

Abstract

A polymer-based material includes a polymeric binder and one or more porous active materials that adsorb, chemisorb, decompose, or a combination thereof, a hazardous chemical. The polymeric binder and the one or more porous active materials are combined to form a composite bead. The polymeric binder may include a polyurethane or a styrene-based block copolymer. The porous active materials may comprise metal-organic frameworks, metal oxides, metal hydroxides, and metal hydrates. The one or more porous active materials may be between 1 and 99 wt % of a total composite mass of the composite bead. Alternatively, the one or more porous active materials may be between 80 and 95 wt % of a total composite mass of the composite bead. The hazardous chemical may include a chemical warfare agent, a simulant of chemical warfare agents, and toxic industrial chemicals.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62D 3/33 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by reacting with chemical agents by chemically fixing the harmful substance, e.g. by chelation or complexation
• A62B 17/00 - Protective clothing affording protection against heat or harmful chemical agents or for use at high altitudes
• A62B 18/08 - Component parts for gas-masks or gas-helmets, e.g. windows, straps, speech transmitters, signal-devices
• A62D 3/35 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by reacting with chemical agents by hydrolysis
• A62D 3/38 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by reacting with chemical agents by oxidationProcesses for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by reacting with chemical agents by combustion
• A62D 5/00 - Composition of materials for coverings or clothing affording protection against harmful chemical agents
• C08J 3/20 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring
• A62D 101/02 - Chemical warfare substances, e.g. cholinesterase inhibitors
• A62D 101/08 - Toxic combustion residues, e.g. toxic substances contained in fly ash from waste incineration

Abstract

A coated article includes a substrate, and a coating disposed on a surface of the substrate. The coating comprises a transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD). A method of forming a coating includes dispersing a transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) and optionally tungsten carbide in a solvent to form a mixture, spraying the mixture on a surface of a substrate, evaporating the solvent, and forming a coating on the substrate comprising the TMD.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 103/06 - Metal compounds
• C23C 24/10 - Coating starting from inorganic powder by application of heat or pressure and heat with intermediate formation of a liquid phase in the layer

Abstract

An rapid underbody kit deployment crate including a pallet, at least one inflatable bladder, and at least one cover, wherein the underbody lift kit is constructed and arranged to store, ship, and vertically lift and lower an underbody kit for installation and removal of an underbody kit to and from a vehicle.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 65/02 - Joining sub-units or components to, or positioning sub-units or components with respect to, body shell or other sub-units or components
• B62D 21/15 - Understructures, i.e. chassis frame on which a vehicle body may be mounted having impact absorbing means, e.g. a frame designed to permanently or temporarily change shape or dimension upon impact with another body
• B62D 25/20 - Floors or bottom sub-units
• B66F 3/35 - Inflatable flexible elements, e.g. bellows
• B66F 3/36 - Load-engaging elements

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to immunogenic compositions comprising at least one Yersinia pestis (Y. pestis) antigen, an aluminum salt adjuvant, and an oligonucleotide comprising an unmethylated cytidine-phospho-guanosine (CpG) motif. The immunogenic compositions are suitable for stimulating an immune response against Y. pestis in a subject in need thereof. The present disclosure also relates to kits and methods using the immunogenic compositions, or two separate compositions which together comprise the antigen, the aluminum salt adjuvant, and the oligonucleotide.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/02 - Bacterial antigens
• A61K 39/00 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies
• A61K 39/39 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies characterised by the immunostimulating additives, e.g. chemical adjuvants
• A61P 31/04 - Antibacterial agents

Abstract

4 perfluoroalkyl; m is independently in each occurrence an integer of 0 to 12 inclusive; p is an integer of 0 to 36 inclusive, to form an amide, a thioamide, or an ester; Ar is a 1,3,5-modified phenyl, and 1.4>x>0. A process of synthesis thereof and the use to chemically modify a gaseous reactant are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 31/22 - Organic complexes
• B01D 53/58 - Ammonia
• B01D 53/62 - Carbon oxides
• B01D 67/00 - Processes specially adapted for manufacturing semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus
• B01D 69/12 - Composite membranesUltra-thin membranes
• B01D 71/02 - Inorganic material
• B01D 71/82 - Macromolecular material not specifically provided for in a single one of groups characterised by the presence of specified groups, e.g. introduced by chemical after-treatment
• B01J 31/16 - Catalysts comprising hydrides, coordination complexes or organic compounds containing coordination complexes
• C07F 1/08 - Copper compounds

Abstract

The present invention relates to single thread composite fibers comprising at least one binder and at least one active catalyst for the capture and degradation of chemical threats such as chemical warfare agents (CWA), biological warfare agents, and toxic industrial chemicals (TIC) and a method for producing the same. The invention fibers are applicable to the fields of protective garments, filtration materials, and decontamination materials.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 35/00 - Catalysts, in general, characterised by their form or physical properties
• A62D 3/30 - Processes for making harmful chemical substances harmless, or less harmful, by effecting a chemical change in the substances by reacting with chemical agents
• B01J 21/06 - Silicon, titanium, zirconium or hafniumOxides or hydroxides thereof
• B01J 35/58 - Fabrics or filaments
• B01J 35/61 - Surface area
• B01J 35/64 - Pore diameter
• B01J 37/00 - Processes, in general, for preparing catalystsProcesses, in general, for activation of catalysts
• A62D 101/02 - Chemical warfare substances, e.g. cholinesterase inhibitors

Abstract

A knee pad assembly includes a protective member, a hard shell member and a hinge member connecting the protective member and the hard shell member. A first end of the hard shell member is connected to the hinge member. A second end of the hard shell member opposing the first end has an upper lip member and a lower lip member, the upper lip member and the lower lip member defining a recessed member that extends from one side of second end of the hard shell member to another side of the second end of the hard shell member.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41D 13/06 - Knee or foot
• A41D 13/05 - Professional, industrial or sporting protective garments, e.g. surgeons' gowns or garments protecting against blows or punches protecting only a particular body part

Abstract

A majority of military casualties occur during the pre-hospital period. The cause of death is largely associated with massive traumatic bleeding that leads to organ damage due to sustained hypoxia. Currently, therapeutics are lacking at the point of injury to mitigate hypoxic damage and maintain the survivability of severe hemorrhage prior to reaching medical facilities. This invention addresses that by introducing a method of co-administering prolyl hydroxylase domain inhibitor (PHDi, MK-8617), anti-fibrinolytic agent (tranexamic acid), and bradykinin receptor antagonist (icatibant) as anti-hemorrhage agents in combination with resuscitation fluid treatment with colloid solution of 25% human albumin that has an advantage of relatively small volume requirement to maintain blood volume. In addition, a kit comprising anti-hemorrhage agents that can be easily carried to the battlefield is also provided here. The therapeutic application of those agents on or near the point of injury can stabilize hypoxia inducible factor-1 alpha and enhance blood clot formation, which improves the patient's cellular adaptation to hypoxia and reduce hemorrhage, and thus can decrease organ failure and increase the patient's survivability.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 35/19 - PlateletsMegacaryocytes
• A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61K 31/137 - Arylalkylamines, e.g. amphetamine, epinephrine, salbutamol, ephedrine
• A61K 31/437 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having six-membered rings with one nitrogen as the only ring hetero atom ortho- or peri-condensed with heterocyclic ring systems the heterocyclic ring system containing a five-membered ring having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. indolizine, beta-carboline
• A61K 31/4418 - Non-condensed pyridinesHydrogenated derivatives thereof having a carbocyclic ring directly attached to the heterocyclic ring, e.g. cyproheptadine
• A61K 31/472 - Non-condensed isoquinolines, e.g. papaverine
• A61K 31/506 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim not condensed and containing further heterocyclic rings
• A61K 31/513 - PyrimidinesHydrogenated pyrimidines, e.g. trimethoprim having oxo groups directly attached to the heterocyclic ring, e.g. cytosine
• A61K 31/5377 - 1,4-Oxazines, e.g. morpholine not condensed and containing further heterocyclic rings, e.g. timolol
• A61K 35/14 - BloodArtificial blood
• A61K 35/16 - Blood plasmaBlood serum
• A61K 35/18 - Erythrocytes
• A61K 38/04 - Peptides having up to 20 amino acids in a fully defined sequenceDerivatives thereof
• A61K 38/095 - OxytocinsVasopressinsRelated peptides
• A61K 38/36 - Blood coagulation or fibrinolysis factors
• A61K 38/38 - Albumins
• A61K 47/26 - Carbohydrates, e.g. sugar alcohols, amino sugars, nucleic acids, mono-, di- or oligo-saccharidesDerivatives thereof, e.g. polysorbates, sorbitan fatty acid esters or glycyrrhizin
• A61P 7/04 - AntihaemorrhagicsProcoagulantsHaemostatic agentsAntifibrinolytic agents

Abstract

A recoilless gun system, comprising a gun assembly and associated ammunition for use with the gun assembly employs an integral barrel and a rear inserted ammunition round. The recoilless gun system may combine a laser initiator and a polymer cased ammunition to enable a lightweight system. In such embodiments, the cartridge case is made from a polymer that resists high pressure before extruding into small gaps.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41A 1/10 - Recoilless guns, i.e. guns having propulsion means producing no recoil a counter projectile being used to balance recoil

Abstract

Ways to provide information via dynamic user interfaces including Dynamic InfoGraphics (DIG) are described. DIG representations may include various elements, such as text, icons and other graphics, tags, links, etc. and may be implemented via various types of displays or operating environments. Users may include, for example, pilots, soldiers, commanders, drivers, game players, etc. Information provided via DIG may include, for instance, data received from various types of sensors, communications received from other parties or resources, calculated or otherwise determined information (e.g., predictions associated with artificial intelligence (AI) resources such as autonomous or semi-autonomous intelligent agents), and/or other appropriate information (e.g., user inputs). The received information may be applied to one or more DIG representations or templates. AI features may be used to predict future actions, paths, goals or targets, etc. The DIG representation(s) may be updated as updated sensor information is received and/or predictions are generated.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 3/048 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI]
• G06F 3/0484 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range

Abstract

Shaped charge devices, systems, and related methods of use. A housing sheet is configurable to form at least part of a shaped charge enclosure enclosing a shaped charge and biasing an explosion in a desired direction. The housing sheet can include one or more incisions in at least one surface thereof. The housing sheet can have at least one connection mechanism integrally formed therein, and the housing sheet can be configurable to form a plurality of sizes of shaped charge housing portions. The housing sheet can also provide for forming a plurality of dimensions of the shaped charge enclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• F42B 1/036 - Manufacturing processes therefor
• F42B 1/028 - Shaped or hollow charges characterised by the form of the liner
• F42B 3/08 - Blasting cartridges, i.e. case and explosive with cavities in the charge, e.g. hollow-charge blasting cartridges

Abstract

A method for controlling a fuel reformation reaction in a fuel reformation reactor is provided. Furthermore, a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium is provided, which is configured to store a program for controlling a fuel reformation reaction in a fuel reformation reactor. In addition, a fuel reformation system for controlling a fuel reformation reaction is provided, which includes a fuel reformation reactor and a control unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 3/36 - Production of hydrogen or of gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen by reaction of gaseous or liquid organic compounds with gasifying agents, e.g. water, carbon dioxide, air by reaction of hydrocarbons with gasifying agents using oxygen or mixtures containing oxygen as gasifying agents

Abstract

In one embodiment, an enclosure device for a printed circuit board (PCB) comprises: an enclosure wall structure including therein a heater exchanger, a pipe to direct a cooling liquid through the heat exchanger, and a ducting to direct a gas through the heat exchanger to be cooled by the cooling liquid; and a PCB space adjacent to a portion of the enclosure wall structure for receiving the PCB. The ducting includes a downstream duct disposed downstream of the heat exchanger and extending through the portion of the enclosure wall structure adjacent to the PCB space to direct the cooled gas to the portion of the enclosure wall structure adjacent to the PCB space.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
• G06F 1/18 - Packaging or power distribution
• G06F 1/20 - Cooling means
• H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details

Abstract

An apparatus for guiding fish through a body of water having a water flow includes one or more hydrofoil element oriented in the body of water to produce an asymmetric flow field that has a fast, low turbulent flow on one side of the element and a slow, high turbulent flow on the other side of the element. Positively rheotactic fish have a preference for one side versus the other and so are guided in a desired direction. Systems and method that utilize the apparatus can be used to guide fish away from infrastructure such as dams, locks, levees, flood weirs, and other diversion points.

IPC Classes  ?

• E02B 8/08 - Fish passesPassages for rafts or boats

Abstract

The present invention is directed to aqueous solid state electrolytes that comprise a fluoride additive to stabilize the interface between the anode and aqueous electrolyte. The present invention is also directed to methods of making the solid state electrolyte materials and methods of using the solid state electrolyte materials in batteries and other electrochemical technologies.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 10/0567 - Liquid materials characterised by the additives
• H01M 4/131 - Electrodes based on mixed oxides or hydroxides, or on mixtures of oxides or hydroxides, e.g. LiCoOx
• H01M 4/134 - Electrodes based on metals, Si or alloys
• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 4/505 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of manganese of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing manganese for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiMn2O4 or LiMn2OxFy
• H01M 4/583 - Carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 4/66 - Selection of materials
• H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries

Abstract

The invention relates to a game simulating research and development of a product. The game may comprise a central board, function cards, form cards, a player board and HR Meeple. The central board may comprise an endless outside track. The game may comprise three phases. A concept phase may involve: creating a product requirements document; recoding the product requirements document; collecting starting resources; building an initial team; and assigning initial tasking. A development phase may comprise: following turn and round rules; completing player actions; and assigning HR units to a facility. A prototyping phase wherein a final product is made.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63F 3/00 - Board gamesRaffle games
• A63F 1/04 - Card games combined with other games
• A63F 13/822 - Strategy gamesRole-playing games

Abstract

The present disclosure is directed to monoclonal antibodies, or antigen-binding fragments thereof, that bind to coronavirus spike proteins, including the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2. These antibodies demonstrate high affinity binding to epitopes on the coronavirus spike protein and/or broad cross-reactivity to the spike protein of various coronaviruses. Compositions comprising the anti-coronavirus antibodies, nucleic acids encoding for the antibodies, recombinant expression vectors, and host cells are also disclosed. The present disclosure is also directed to methods of diagnosing, preventing or treating coronavirus infections, including infections or disease caused by SARS-CoV-2.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07K 16/10 - Immunoglobulins, e.g. monoclonal or polyclonal antibodies against material from viruses from RNA viruses
• A61P 37/04 - Immunostimulants

Abstract

A 3D bioprinter having a visible light source to photocure biomaterial is disclosed. The 3D bioprinter prints visible light-curable biomaterial along with viable cells, and visible light photocures the biomaterial while maintaining cell viability. Visible light 3D bioprinter systems and methods of printing are further disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/26 - Inoculator or sampler
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 30/00 - Apparatus for additive manufacturingDetails thereof or accessories therefor
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing
• C12M 1/12 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with sterilisation, filtration, or dialysis means
• C12N 11/098 - Enzymes or microbial cells immobilised on or in an organic carrier the carrier being a synthetic polymer formed in the presence of the enzymes or microbial cells

Abstract

The present invention is directed to a passive outdoor air sampler device with various screen types and materials for efficient collection of air particles. Screens are used as a collection surface for aerosolized particles. The air sampler is suitable for long-term use in different outdoor settings with no power requirements.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 15/06 - Investigating concentration of particle suspensions
• G01N 1/22 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the gaseous state
• B01D 46/00 - Filters or filtering processes specially modified for separating dispersed particles from gases or vapours
• F24F 8/10 - Treatment, e.g. purification, of air supplied to human living or working spaces otherwise than by heating, cooling, humidifying or drying by separation, e.g. by filtering

Abstract

Benzoxazine compounds, methods of making them, polymers made therefrom and methods of polymerizing the benzoxazines. These renewable benzoxazine monomers and polymers that utilize the variety of building blocks found in renewable plant biomass, demonstrate excellent processability and large temperature windows for processing of resin systems.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 413/06 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having nitrogen and oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms containing two hetero rings linked by a carbon chain containing only aliphatic carbon atoms
• C07D 307/52 - Radicals substituted by nitrogen atoms not forming part of a nitro radical
• C07D 413/14 - Heterocyclic compounds containing two or more hetero rings, at least one ring having nitrogen and oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms containing three or more hetero rings
• C08G 73/02 - Polyamines

Abstract

Methods of prevention of symptomatic malaria in a malaria-naïve, G6PD-normal human subject comprising administering to the human subject a compound of Formula (I), a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of Formula (I): Methods of prevention of symptomatic malaria in a malaria-naïve, G6PD-normal human subject comprising administering to the human subject a compound of Formula (I), a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of Formula (I): Methods of prevention of symptomatic malaria in a malaria-naïve, G6PD-normal human subject comprising administering to the human subject a compound of Formula (I), a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of Formula (I): A compound of Formula (I) can be administered prior to potential exposure of a species of Plasmodium, during potential exposure of a species of Plasmodium, and after potential exposure of a species of Plasmodium. The methods of the invention also pertains to kits comprising specific doses of Formula (I), a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of Formula (I), and instructions for administration of dosing quantity and frequency. The methods of the invention also pertain to determining doses of Formula (I) that meet the general regulatory requirement for a drug to be efficacious in the prevention of malaria in malaria-naïve subjects. The methods of the invention further pertain to using the described algorithm to derive dosing regimens which can provide protection against symptomatic malaria in malaria-naïve, G6PD-normal subjects.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/4706 - 4-Aminoquinolines8-Aminoquinolines, e.g. chloroquine, primaquine
• A61P 33/06 - Antimalarials
• C07D 215/40 - Nitrogen atoms attached in position 8

Abstract

Provided are cathepsin inhibitor compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and combinations thereof, for use in the treatment or prophylaxis of viral disease in an animal.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 31/55 - Heterocyclic compounds having nitrogen as a ring hetero atom, e.g. guanethidine or rifamycins having seven-membered rings, e.g. azelastine, pentylenetetrazole
• A61K 45/06 - Mixtures of active ingredients without chemical characterisation, e.g. antiphlogistics and cardiaca
• A61P 31/14 - Antivirals for RNA viruses

Abstract

An apparatus and method for detecting an analyte of interest using paper spray mass spectrometry includes a spray material; a sample on the spray material including an enzyme of interest; a solvent to hydrate the sample, promote enzymatic activity, and extract analytes of interest from the sample; a substrate specific to the enzyme of interest, wherein any of the spray material and the solvent includes the substrate; a voltage source to apply a voltage to the spray material to create charged droplets of a mixture containing the sample; and a mass spectrometer to perform spectrometry on the droplets to perform any of: identify the analytes of interest in the sample; and measure a level of inhibition in any enzymes contained in the sample.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12Q 1/46 - Measuring or testing processes involving enzymes, nucleic acids or microorganismsCompositions thereforProcesses of preparing such compositions involving hydrolase involving esterase involving cholinesterase
• H01J 49/04 - Arrangements for introducing or extracting samples to be analysed, e.g. vacuum locksArrangements for external adjustment of electron- or ion-optical components
• H01J 49/16 - Ion sourcesIon guns using surface ionisation, e.g. field-, thermionic- or photo-emission
• G01N 33/68 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving proteins, peptides or amino acids

Abstract

A power generation assembly for a weapon system converts waste energy from a firing event to electric power. The power generation assembly directs expanding burning propellant gasses within the weapon system into a turbine array to generate electric current. The electric current is rectified to trickle charge a battery bank which then powers the weapon system.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41A 13/10 - Blowers or turbines for evacuating or cooling guns, e.g. driven by combustion gas pressure or recoil
• F41A 19/08 - Mechanical firing mechanisms remote actuatedMechanical firing mechanisms lanyard actuated

Abstract

A fired cartridge case collector includes a base having a collection post. The collection post of the base is configured to collect and suspend a fired cartridge case without causing contact to an exterior surface of the fired cartridge case. The fired cartridge case collector also includes a protective envelope having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, wherein the first end of the protective envelope is configured to be removably secured to the base. The protective envelope is configured to prevent contact between an interior surface of the protective envelope and the exterior surface of the fired cartridge case while the protective envelope is removably secured to the base. The fired cartridge case collector permits individual collection, packaging, and non-contact storage of fired gun cartridge cases thereby preserving any DNA or other evidence that may be present.

IPC Classes  ?

• F42B 39/22 - Locking of ammunition in transport containers
• G01N 1/04 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the solid state, e.g. by cutting

Abstract

Disclosed is a computer-aided design system that incorporates an airborne contaminant-flow calculator. In designing a new architectural structure, or modifying an existing one, the calculator informs the architect of the airflow ramifications of the design as the design is created or modified. The calculator uses a closed-form solution for calculating the airflow in order to present its results in a timely fashion.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 30/13 - Architectural design, e.g. computer-aided architectural design [CAAD] related to design of buildings, bridges, landscapes, production plants or roads
• F24F 7/007 - Ventilation with forced flow
• F24F 11/72 - Control systems characterised by their outputsConstructional details thereof for controlling the supply of treated air, e.g. its pressure
• G05B 13/04 - Adaptive control systems, i.e. systems automatically adjusting themselves to have a performance which is optimum according to some preassigned criterion electric involving the use of models or simulators
• G06F 17/10 - Complex mathematical operations

Abstract

A portable filtration system is described. The system may comprise: a mixing portion, comprising: a pump adaptor and a contaminant regulator. The pump adaptor may comprise: an upper plate, a lower plate, and a screen. The screen may axially extend between the upper and lower plates, wherein the upper plate, the lower plate, and the screen define a channel of a mixing chamber. The contaminant regulator may comprise a through-passage coupled to the upper plate, wherein the through-passage is in fluid communication with the mixing chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 61/12 - Controlling or regulating
• B01D 61/02 - Reverse osmosisHyperfiltration
• B01D 61/10 - AccessoriesAuxiliary operations
• B01D 65/02 - Membrane cleaning or sterilisation
• C02F 1/00 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage
• C02F 1/44 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by dialysis, osmosis or reverse osmosis

Abstract

A band track including a band having an inner surface, an outer surface, a first side face, and a second side face; a plurality of teeth extending from the inner surface and spaced apart circumferentially around the inner surface; a plurality of lugs extending from the outer surface and each spaced a distance apart circumferentially around the outer surface; a plurality of living hinges defined within the band circumferentially between each of the plurality of teeth; and at least one fiber-reinforcement disposed circumferentially within a neutral plane of the plurality of living hinges and a method of making the same.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62D 55/24 - Tracks of continuously-flexible type, e.g. rubber belts
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 50/02 - Data acquisition or data processing for additive manufacturing for controlling or regulating additive manufacturing processes
• B62D 55/28 - Ground-engaging parts or elements detachable

Abstract

The present invention is directed to aqueous solid polymer electrolytes that comprise a lithium salt and battery cells comprising the same. The present invention is also directed to methods of making the electrolytes and methods of using the electrolytes in batteries and other electrochemical technologies.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries
• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 4/505 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic oxides or hydroxides of manganese of mixed oxides or hydroxides containing manganese for inserting or intercalating light metals, e.g. LiMn2O4 or LiMn2OxFy
• H01M 4/58 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of inorganic compounds other than oxides or hydroxides, e.g. sulfides, selenides, tellurides, halogenides or LiCoFySelection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of polyanionic structures, e.g. phosphates, silicates or borates
• H01M 10/0565 - Polymeric materials, e.g. gel-type or solid-type

Abstract

A sealable sampling container includes a vessel having a bottom and walls upwardly extending therefrom and terminating in a sealing surface, the bottom and the walls defining a volume within the open top container. A gasket is configured to engage with the sealing surface of the vessel and a lid is configured to engage with the gasket at the sealing surface and lock to the vessel. A sampling port is affixed to one side of the vessel or the lid, the sampling port providing fluid communication between the volume within the open top container and an external environment. The sealable sampling container safely stores volatile chemical vapors and enables training on use of chemical detection equipment without resort to ventilation hoods or the use of respiratory protection equipment.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 1/22 - Devices for withdrawing samples in the gaseous state
• B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers
• G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
• G01N 33/00 - Investigating or analysing materials by specific methods not covered by groups

Abstract

A modular satellite chassis includes frame rails having at least two front frame rails and two back frame rails. Transverse parallel ribs are disposed on the interiors of the front and back frame rails. The ribs on the front frame rails correspond in location to one another and to the ribs on the back frame rails. Each rib has a central longitudinal axis and a narrow first slot disposed along the central longitudinal axis. The ribs are spaced apart by wider second slots. Trays are slidingly received by the second slots on the front frame rails and the corresponding second slots on the back frame rails. A left side panel is connected to an outside of one of the front frame rails and one of the back frame rails. A right side panel is connected to an outside of the other front frame rail and the other back frame rail.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
• B64G 1/10 - Artificial satellitesSystems of such satellitesInterplanetary vehicles
• B64G 1/22 - Parts of, or equipment specially adapted for fitting in or to, cosmonautic vehicles

Abstract

An in vitro model of an in vivo gastrointestinal tract including an in vitro model of an in vivo small intestine including a plurality of fermentation vessels and an in vitro model of an in vivo large intestine including a plurality of fermentation vessels is provided. A method of simulating a biotransformation of food product through the human digestive tract using an in vitro model of an in vivo gastrointestinal tract is provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C12M 1/00 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology
• C12M 3/06 - Tissue, human, animal or plant cell, or virus culture apparatus with filtration, ultrafiltration, inverse osmosis or dialysis means
• C12N 5/071 - Vertebrate cells or tissues, e.g. human cells or tissues
• C12M 3/00 - Tissue, human, animal or plant cell, or virus culture apparatus
• C12M 1/40 - Apparatus specially designed for the use of free, immobilised, or carrier-bound enzymes, e.g. apparatus containing a fluidised bed of immobilised enzymes
• C12M 1/36 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology including condition or time responsive control, e.g. automatically controlled fermentors
• C12M 1/34 - Measuring or testing with condition measuring or sensing means, e.g. colony counters
• G01N 33/50 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing
• C12M 1/02 - Apparatus for enzymology or microbiology with agitation meansApparatus for enzymology or microbiology with heat exchange means

Abstract

Apparel that is adjustable. For example, in one embodiment, the apparel is provided that includes a torso. The torso includes a front, a back, a first side connecting the front to the back, a second side connecting the front to the back, a bottom, and a top. A plurality of shell fabric portions is on the torso. Each portion in the plurality of portions of shell fabric is adapted to receive an elastomeric member. Bunched fabric is on the first side and second side of the torso. Pleats are on the front of the torso. A centrally located flap is on the torso and has a longitudinal axis that is substantially vertical. Sleeves are connected to the torso. A first zipper track is located on the bottom of the torso. Pants may include a second zipper track adapted to mate with the first zipper track and secure the pants to the torso.

IPC Classes  ?

• A41D 13/02 - Overalls
• A41D 1/06 - Trousers
• A41D 3/00 - Overgarments

Abstract

Various embodiments are described that relate to failure determination for an integrated circuit. An integrated circuit can be tested to determine if the integrated circuit is functioning properly. The integrated circuit can be subjected to a specific radiation such that the integrated circuit produces a response. This response can be compared against an expected response to determine if the response matches the expected response. If the response does not match the expected response, then the integrated circuit fails the test. If the response matches the expected response, then the integrated circuit passes the test.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01R 31/311 - Contactless testing using non-ionising electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical radiation of integrated circuits
• G01R 31/265 - Contactless testing
• G01R 31/3185 - Reconfiguring for testing, e.g. LSSD, partitioning
• G01R 31/28 - Testing of electronic circuits, e.g. by signal tracer

Abstract

A nucleic acid vaccine composition comprising one or more of a plasmid-based nucleic acid vaccine and immunotherapy, as well as a lipid formulation, is provided. In addition, the present invention provides a method of enhancing the potency of plasmid-based DNA vaccines and immunotherapies, by formulating a vaccine and/or immunotherapy in a lipid formulation, which is stable when refrigerated or stored frozen, is then delivered to a vaccinee by either needle/syringe, jet injection, or microneedles. The lipid formulation of the present invention comprises one or more lipid excipients selected from 1,2-Distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine, Cholest-5-en-3β-ol, 1,2-Dimyristoyl-rac-glycero-3-methylpolyoxyethlene, and or more symmetric ionizable cationic lipids. The present invention increases vaccine potency dramatically. It was unexpectedly discovered that the level of immunogen, or immune response molecules, produced in vivo is increased (versus administering merely the vaccine or immunotherapy) and, in the case of a vaccine immunogen, the immune response is enhanced.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 39/39 - Medicinal preparations containing antigens or antibodies characterised by the immunostimulating additives, e.g. chemical adjuvants
• A61K 39/12 - Viral antigens
• A61K 39/275 - Poxviridae, e.g. avipoxvirus
• C12N 7/00 - Viruses, e.g. bacteriophagesCompositions thereofPreparation or purification thereof

Abstract

A remote weapon station (RWS) system for an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) includes a dedicated weapon, multi-axis gimbal and ammunition handling capabilities with all operations functioning remotely and wirelessly. The RWS system is a gas powered, or self-powered, belt fed, rotating bolt lock weapon. In addition, the RWS is man-portable and air-droppable as the major subsystems may be latched together in the field without tooling or needing to make electrical connections.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41A 19/08 - Mechanical firing mechanisms remote actuatedMechanical firing mechanisms lanyard actuated
• F41A 9/34 - Feeding of belted ammunition from magazines
• F41A 9/37 - Feeding two or more kinds of ammunition to the same gunFeeding from two sides
• F41A 7/06 - Machine-gun rechargers, e.g. manually operated electrically operated
• F41A 25/00 - Gun mountings permitting recoil or return to battery, e.g. gun cradlesBarrel buffers or brakes
• F41A 27/00 - Gun mountings permitting traversing or elevating movement, e.g. gun carriages
• F41A 19/12 - SearsSear mountings
• F41A 25/14 - Spring-operated systems using coil springs adjustable
• F41A 19/58 - Electric firing mechanisms

Abstract

A communication system provides multimedia communications within and between armored ground combat vehicles (GCVs). The system includes client computers within the armored GCVs providing distributed and interconnected multimedia communications among the client computers. The multimedia communication may include a one-to-one communication, a text communication to a group, an audio communication to a group, or a video communication to a group. Logic providing the distributed and interconnected multimedia communications is not located at a single client computer. The client computers display graphical user interfaces (GUIs) enabling soldiers to select parameters of the communication system with some GUIs providing presence discovery among the armored GCVs. One of the plurality of client computers acts as an origination station and other client computers may be configured as receiving communication station(s). The origination communication station may transmit digital communication data to the receiving communication station(s).

IPC Classes  ?

• H04L 41/22 - Arrangements for maintenance, administration or management of data switching networks, e.g. of packet switching networks comprising specially adapted graphical user interfaces [GUI]
• H04L 65/60 - Network streaming of media packets
• H04L 67/12 - Protocols specially adapted for proprietary or special-purpose networking environments, e.g. medical networks, sensor networks, networks in vehicles or remote metering networks
• H04L 69/326 - Intralayer communication protocols among peer entities or protocol data unit [PDU] definitions in the transport layer [OSI layer 4]
• H04W 4/10 - Push-to-talk [PTT] or push-on-call services

Abstract

A small lightweight weapon system for integration into an unmanned aerial vehicle comprises a weapon operating group which utilizes blowback operation to fire a full-powered centerfire rifle ammunition. An operating rod of the weapon operating group has an axis of translation offset from the longitudinal axis of the barrel thereby creating a moment couple on the system. A motor assembly controls the operation of the weapon operating group. Through a gear train, actuation of the motor assembly lifts a sear against a return torsion spring, which holds the operating group back when not firing. The gear train comprises a one way flywheel disconnect to increase the torque of the direct current motor and overcome the force of the torsion spring. Intelligent motor commutation and burst control are achieved through an encoder and software package.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41A 7/08 - Drives for externally-powered guns, i.e. drives for moving the breech-block or bolt by an external force during automatic firing
• F41A 23/02 - Mountings without wheels
• F41A 9/51 - Boosters, i.e. externally-powered motors
• F41A 19/31 - Sear arrangements therefor
• F41A 19/12 - SearsSear mountings
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• B64U 101/00 - UAVs specially adapted for particular uses or applications

Abstract

The disclosed subject matter relates to relate to fibers, textiles, fabrics, clothing and methods that are retroreflective including fibers having a hollow sheath that is filled with retroreflective particles.

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 5/12 - Reflex reflectors
• D01F 8/04 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from synthetic polymers

Abstract

Blast, ballistic, and entry resistant operable window systems include a sliding exterior glazing panel assembly, a sliding interior glazing panel assembly, an exterior frame assembly that receives the sliding exterior glazing panel assembly, an interior frame assembly that receives the sliding interior glazing panel assembly, an exterior gasket for placement between the exterior frame assembly and the wall of the building, a central gasket for placement between the exterior frame assembly and the interior frame assembly, and an interior gasket for placement between the interior frame assembly and the wall of the building. Methods of installation in a wall of a building are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• E06B 5/12 - Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for protection against air-raid or other war-like actionDoors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for other protective purposes against air pressure, explosion, or gas
• E06B 3/26 - Compound frames, i.e. one frame within or behind another
• E06B 3/46 - Horizontally-sliding wings
• E06B 3/54 - Fixing of glass panes or like plates
• E06B 3/64 - Fixing of more than one pane to a frame
• E06B 5/10 - Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for protection against air-raid or other war-like actionDoors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for other protective purposes
• E06B 5/11 - Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for protection against air-raid or other war-like actionDoors, windows, or like closures for special purposesBorder constructions therefor for other protective purposes against burglary

Abstract

Methods, systems, and computer code on computer-readable media are provided that are directed to generating area skyline data using a digital elevation or surface models (DEMs or DESs) and shadow casting techniques. Some embodiments use an area of maximum shadow line overlap, for shadow line images based on target location skyline azimuth and elevation angle data, as the best approximation for the position of the target location in an area. Some embodiments select the location showing the best fit to the target skyline azimuth and elevation angle data as the best approximation for the target location.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services
• G01C 21/36 - Input/output arrangements for on-board computers
• G06T 7/73 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras using feature-based methods
• G06T 15/60 - Shadow generation
• G06V 20/00 - ScenesScene-specific elements

Abstract

In some examples, a method for estimating the cetane number of a fuel includes receiving current engine operating condition measurements from a compression ignition (CI) engine using the fuel, and determining a value for a current engine performance indicator. The method further includes determining a projected engine performance indicator value for the CI engine based on the current estimated cetane number, current engine control signals and the current engine operating condition measurements. The method also includes determining that a difference between the value of the current engine performance indicator and the projected engine performance indicator value is greater than a threshold amount. If the difference is greater than the threshold amount, the method also includes determining a new estimated cetane number.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time

Abstract

This disclosure provides an assay and method for evaluating platelet function by measuring clot retraction in a grooved assay well using light transmittance in a low-volume, micro-plate formatted assay. The method takes advantage of the ability of platelets to draw the fibrin clot toward one side of the microplate well through an optical light path with readings recorded by a microplate reader. The method is rapid, tractable, has high precision, and yields time-series data that is quantitative. This allows clinicians and transfusion medicine practitioners to perform high throughput platelet function testing in patient samples and in blood/platelet products. Clot retraction serves as a functional biomarker to determine platelet function by performing the assay in a vessel that is scored to form a groove in which clot retraction occurs. Multiple samples can be tested simultaneously, and optionally an algorithm can be used to extract relevant parameters from the data.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 33/86 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urineTesting involving biospecific ligand binding methodsImmunological testing involving blood coagulating time
• B01L 3/00 - Containers or dishes for laboratory use, e.g. laboratory glasswareDroppers