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The present invention describes methods and products involving the use of cultured animal cells as ingredients in nutritional and therapeutic products. Said animal cells are preferably cultured on an industrial scale prior to their incorporation into any of a number of edible, topical, oral, or other products.

A method of making an active gas by generating a glow discharge, non-thermal plasma, in a gas mixture of a carrier gas and a more readily ionisable gas. The gas mixture is exposed to water vapour at or downstream from the generator to form the active gas. The gas mixture includes helium as the carrier gas and up to 40% by volume of at least one noble gas such as argon, krypton, or xenon as the more readily ionisable gas. The gas mixture is ejected at a temperature between 5° C. to 42° C. The active gas may be used for oral treatment such as cosmetic whitening of teeth, medical or non-clinical cleaning of teeth or for cleaning laundry or dishwashing items.

The present invention relates to a cigarette smoking device having an electronic atomization function, including a cigarette holder and an electronic atomization component cooperatively assembled with one another, wherein the cigarette holder includes a cigarette holding cavity and an optional end cap for closing the open end of a shell; the electronic atomization component includes the shell and the following components located in the shell: a power supply, an airflow sensor switch and an atomizer provided with a central airflow channel; the cigarette holding cavity is in air communication with the central airflow channel of the atomizer; the cigarette smoking device further includes an airflow sensor switch air inlet penetrating the shell and / or the end cap of the cigarette holder. Also provided is a method for improving cigarette smoking quality, the method includes smoking after mainstream smoke generated by an end-lighting cigarette, dilution air and atomization vapor are mixed.

The present invention relates to a cigarette smoking device having an electronic atomization function, including a cigarette holder and an electronic atomization component cooperatively assembled with one another, wherein the cigarette holder includes a cigarette holding cavity and an optional end cap for closing the open end of a shell; the electronic atomization component includes the shell and the following components located in the shell: a power supply, an airflow sensor switch and an atomizer provided with a central airflow channel; the cigarette holding cavity is in air communication with the central airflow channel of the atomizer; the cigarette smoking device further includes an airflow sensor switch air inlet penetrating the shell and / or the end cap of the cigarette holder. Also provided is a method for improving cigarette smoking quality, the method includes smoking after mainstream smoke generated by an end-lighting cigarette, dilution air and atomization vapor are mixed.

The system utilizes host signal processing techniques applicable to cellular communication system devices which are integrated with a system incorporating a general purpose CPU running a multitasking operating system. A RF receiver processes the signals to generate a receive signal, the RF module performs RF transmit processing on a transmit signal and generates the transmit wireless signal from it. A host processor communicates data, status and control information with the RF device via a bus, the host processor includes host based software application and a host based modem application. The receive signal generated by the RF module over the bus and generates receive data in response to it input to the software application at a output by the software application is received and generates the transmit signal in response to it, sending the transmit signal to the RF module over the bus. The figure shows a block diagram illustrating an analog cellular communications systems tuned for data communication.

A remote operated, underwater non-destructive ordnance recovery system, includes a powered remote controller, a floating remote controlled transceiver wired to a remote disposal unit having a hydraulic grapple, an ordnance recovery basket, and the method in which these devices are used to extract unexploded underwater ordnance. The remote disposal unit includes an electrically driven internal hydraulic pump with biodegradable hydraulic fluid in a closed loop system. A base includes variable footplates to stabilize the hydraulic grapple by remotely adjustable telescoping legs. A control head that receives signals from control cables and transfers them into hydraulic value actuation, an extendable fully rotating boom, two ballast tubes, a rotating grapple, and lighted underwater cameras on the control box and ballast tubes are also included in remote disposal unit.

An active noise / vibration / sound control system for a vehicle has an ANC (active noise control apparatus), an AVC (active vibration control apparatus), and an ASC (active sound control apparatus). To prevent the ANC, the AVC, and the ASC from interfering with each other and hence to prevent vehicle cabin environment of vibrations, noise, and sound from being impaired, activation and inactivation of the ANC, the AVC, and the ASC are controlled or their control characteristics are controlled in relation to each other by a weighting variable calculator as a coordination controller, depending on an engine rotation frequency and a frequency change which are representative of a running state of the vehicle as detected by an engine rotation frequency detector and a frequency change detector that serve as a running state detector.

The invention relates to compositions of non-lethal chemical weapons for riot and crowd control. The compositions can also be used to clear areas and facilities for extended periods without collateral damage. Specifically, this invention discloses "dial an effect" non-lethal weapons for crowd control, from moderate to near lethal strength. The composition contains three unique active ingredients comprising an odoriferous substance, a hot substance, and a tear gas agent, A method is disclosed to prepare the compositions with solvents, carriers, pressurizers, and optional ingredients, as well as a method to apply them.

A communications system utilizing host signal processing techniques particularly applicable to cellular communication systems devices that are integrated with a system that incorporates a general purpose CPU running a multitasking operating system, e.g., a portable or hand held computer. The cellular communication system includes a cellular modem, cellular control / protocol function and an RF module. Additional components include a voice codec, analog modem and optional speaker phone. Conventional cellular communication systems typically utilize a dedicated DSP processor, a controller, memory devices and analog circuitry to implement cellular system functionality. The present invention utilizes the capabilities of the general purpose CPU within the host system that the cellular communication system device is integrated into. Some of the processing tasks that are adapted to execute on the host CPU include the modem, voice codec and cellular protocol. A technique known as host signal processing (HSP), employs the host CPU to reduce the hardware needed for the implementation of the cellular communication system device, thus reducing cost, size and power consumption requirements. In addition, the use of host signal processing in the cellular device provides support for different cellular protocols and standards in a single device with little or no additional cost.

The present invention relates to a method for treating carbonaceous materials by steam thermolysis, comprising:shredding carbonaceous waste materials,introducing the shredded carbonaceous waste materials into a reactor heated by combustion gases, gases laden with steam being introduced into the reactor so as to heat said shredded carbonaceous waste materials to a temperature between 200 and 700° C. during a steam thermolysis reaction,cooling the combustion gases to a temperature between 200 and 450° C. and discharging said gases,discharging from the reactor the vapor / gas products formed in the reactor by steam thermolysis, followed by condensation of said products,separating the condensate obtained from said condensation into water containing residual hydrocarbons and into oil,the water from the condensate being used as a source of heat energy for the reactor.The present invention also relates to a device for implementing the invention.

A remote operated, underwater non-destructive ordnance recovery system, includes a powered remote controller, a floating remote controlled transceiver wired to a remote disposal unit having a hydraulic grapple, an ordnance recovery basket, and the method in which these devices are used to extract unexploded underwater ordnance. The remote disposal unit includes an electrically driven internal hydraulic pump with bio-degradable hydraulic fluid in a closed loop system. A base includes variable footplates to stabilize the hydraulic grapple by remotely adjustable telescoping legs. A control head that receives signals from control cables and transfers them into hydraulic value actuation, an extendable fully rotating boom, two ballast tubes, a rotating grapple, and lighted underwater cameras on the control box and ballast tubes are also included in remote disposal unit.

A vapor pressure equalizer system for reducing the pressure of a storage tank that contains volatile liquid or fuel. A conduit is connected to the storage tank that draws vapors present in the ullage of the storage tank into the conduit. The vapors are circulated through the conduit to cool the vapor and return the vapor to the storage tank. In this manner, the pressure of the storage tank is reduced since the vapors being returned are cooler and smaller in volume than when the vapors entered the conduit. The conduit may be an open system that circulates vapors, or may be a closed system that circulates a cooling media through a radiator in the ullage of the storage tank. An electronic controller controls the operation of the system according to measurements that indicate an overpressure condition or a likelihood of future over-pressurization.

The invention relates to ice control formulations (deicing and anti-icing compositions) that have a tailorable BOD. The deicing compositions of the present invention comprise a) at least one first freezing point depressant (FPD) that is non-toxic, biodegradable and has a certain rate of degradation; b) at least one second FPD that is non-toxic, biodegradable, wherein the second FPD has a rate of degradation that is different from the rate of degradation of the first FPD; and c) at least one surfactant, wherein the surfactant is non-ionic, non-toxic and biodegradable, and wherein the first FPD of (a) and the second FPD of (b) are present in a ratio that provides a composition that has a predetermined biochemical oxygen demand (BOD). The invention further provides anti-icing compositions which further comprise a thickener.

Suppository compositions are provided combining a pharmaceutically acceptable matrix material that is solid outside of the human body and in a dry environment, but which melts at body temperature; and apple cider vinegar and one or more species of probiotic bacteria dispersed within the matrix material; wherein the matrix material contains a mixture of fatty acids that are solid at room temperature. Methods for supplementing and nourishing the microbiome of the rectum of a male or female and the microbiome of the vagina of a female are also disclosed. Oral dosage forms of the compositions of the present invention are also provided.

An exterior vehicle headlight assembly protective cover, comprising of fabric or other material, extends across the front of the vehicle, covering the headlights of the vehicle. The protective cover blocks sunrays, dew, snow, ice, bird droppings, debris, and other elements when the vehicle is parked outside. The cover is dimensioned to cover the exterior of the vehicle headlight assemblies, by covering one headlight assembly then extending over across the front of the vehicle, over the grill area providing breathability to the vehicle grill area or over the hood area depending on the position of the headlights, then extending over and covering the second headlight assembly. The cover is held in place by a multitude of suction cups on the headlight assembly lens and surrounding area of the vehicle, including the front fenders.

The invention relates to a spillage protection system for a storage vessel in the event a breach of the hull occurs. The system comprises sheets of lath work panels extending from longitudinal and transverse supporting members of the vessel hull for forming sub-compartments therein. The sheets of lath work panels are comprised of a plurality of apertures therein for providing characteristics of strength and porosity to the structure. The system further comprises a distribution system extending through the hull of the vessel and into each of the sub-compartments. The distribution system originates at a reservoir which supplies a foamable cast-cure plastic material to the distribution system and effectively delivers the foamable cast-cure plastic material to a sub-compartment adjacent to an area of the hull experiencing the breach. In addition, the protective system comprises a sensing system in each sub-compartment for detecting a breach in the hull, as well as a control system for delivering the foamable cast-cure plastic material to an area of the hull being compromised. Accordingly, upon a breach of the hull, a fire resistant foamable cast-cure plastic material is delivered to a sub-compartment adjacent to the breach thereby forcing the seawater out of the sub-compartment and effectively sealing the breach.

A surface structure for sports protector includes a main body for a sports protector, a CPP film connected to an outer surface of the main body, and a pattern layer located between the CPP film and the main body. The CPP film and the pattern layer are connected to the main body by cutting the CPP film to dimensions corresponding to the main body, applying the pattern layer to an inner side of the CPP film, positioning the CPP film having the pattern layer applied thereto in an injection mould, injecting a plastic material into the mould, and allowing the injected plastic material to cool and mold, so as to form the main body of the sports protector with the CPP film bonded to the molded main body and the pattern layer enclosed between the CPP film and the main body without the risk of being rubbed away.

A lighting fixture includes a lens frame having a rearmost rear-facing side with an outer perimeter, a baseplate connected to the lens frame, and a water shunt provided at the rearmost rear-facing side near the outer perimeter of the lens frame, the water shunt being structured for restricting water flow directed inwardly of the outer perimeter of the lens frame. A method includes providing a lens frame having a rearmost rear-facing side with an outer perimeter, providing a baseplate connected to the lens frame, and providing a water shunt provided at the rearmost rear-facing side near the outer perimeter of the lens frame, the water shunt being structured for restricting water flow directed inwardly of the outer perimeter of the lens frame.

A natural gas reclaimer device includes a pressure vessel with an inlet port and an outlet port. A conditioner is disposed in the pressure vessel to remove contaminants and stabilize the flow of natural gas received by the inlet port and prior to releasing the natural gas from the outlet port for subsequent use.

An automated system of reactors carries out a solid-phase peptide synthesis, and more particularly a solid-phase peptide synthesizer which is automated, by means of a reactor with a liquid-recirculation loop making it possible to measure, in real time, chemical species in the reactor via measuring cells. This system includes inlet pipes, namely: pipes dedicated to the introduction of resin, pipes dedicated to the introduction of the synthesis and washing solvent, pipes dedicated to the introduction of the agent for deprotecting the amino acid introduced, pipes dedicated to the introduction of the reagents, and includes an assembly reactor and a loop for recirculation of the liquid of the reactor.

Disclosed is to a calcium aluminate cement, including a calcium aluminate with a first crystallised mineralogical phase of calcium dialuminate CA2 including one calcium oxide CaO for two aluminium oxides Al2O3 and / or a second crystallised mineralogical phase of dicalcium alumina silicate C2AS including two calcium oxides CaO for one aluminium oxide Al2O3 and one silicon dioxide SiO2. The mass fraction of all of the first and second mineralogical phases in the calcium aluminate is greater than or equal to 80%.

A process for extracting polyester from an article using a solvent system comprising a compound according to any of general Formula I to VI wherein R1 and R2 are each independently selected from: hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl or alkoxy groups; R3 to R12 are each independently selected from: hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl or alkoxy groups; X is selected from O or S; and each of a to e is a carbon atom, wherein the total linear chain length of a-b-c-d-e is in the range of 2 to 5 carbons; R13 and R15 are both independently aryl groups; R14, R16, R17, R18 and R19 are each independently selected from hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl or aryl groups; n is an integer in the range of 1 to 8; m is 3; and 1 is an integer in the range of 1 to 3; or combination thereof.

An electron emission device includes a cathode device and a gate electrode. The gate electrode is separated and insulted from the cathode device. The gate electrode includes a carbon nanotube layer having a plurality of spaces. A display device includes a cathode device, an anode device spaced from the cathode electrode and a gate electrode. The gate electrode is disposed between the cathode device and the anode device. The cathode device, the anode device and the gate electrode are separated and insulted from each other. The gate electrode comprises a carbon nanotube layer having a plurality of spaces.

A sconce-type lighting fixture includes a frame with an inside surface having an inwardly-facing groove with uniform cross-section, and a light-transmissive cover having peripheral tabs extending into the groove, thereby snugly holding the cover in the frame. A method of providing a sconce-type lighting fixture includes providing a convex diffusing lens having a plurality of tabs on its outer periphery, and providing a sconce having a frame with an inner perimeter channel that provides no special accommodation for receiving the tabs, where the convex diffusing lens is adapted for snap-fit of the tabs into the inner perimeter channel. A system includes a lens, and a lens frame having an inner perimeter lens channel for receiving the lens without accomodation.

A billiard table is enhanced by inserting an additional wood layer between the slate and the frame. Preferably, the additional wood layer is cut into two halves and placed on top of the frame such that there is space between the half boards. Slots are cut perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the half boards to match the position studs on the interior beams. The angular table legs are enhanced by having the side boards of the legs cut at 45 degree angle at the connecting surface and creating a duct perpendicular to the connecting surface with a strip of wood glued into the duct running along the length of the leg. The table legs are further enhanced by inserting a strip of wood at the interior corner of the leg, forming a triangle with the two adjacent side boards. This invention reduces the overall cost of production.

A method for producing terephthalic acid comprises the steps of: subjecting methyl acrylate to contact with aluminum chloride so as to form a complex; adding isoprene to the complex to result in a Diels-Alder reaction which is kept at a temperature no higher than 50° C. by cooling so as to obtain a cyclic adduct product; subjecting the cyclic adduct product to separation so as to obtain a cyclic para-precursor; and subjecting the cyclic para-precursor to a chemical reaction so as to obtain terephthalic acid.

An acrylic or other polymer composition, optionally containing aluminum trihydrate, and having undoped and / or doped titanium dioxide dispersed evenly throughout is disclosed. Said composition provides a sterile surface which can be renewed. Said composition provides a highly sterile surface upon photoactivation of the surface by at least either low-level ultraviolet irradiation or ambient / natural light (as when using doped titanium dioxide). A method of using such a surface material is also disclosed. Said acrylic or other polymer composition may be adhered onto a polycarbonate or other polymeric backing, optionally by an intervening layer of a third polymer. The resulting acrylic or other polymer / polycarbonate or other polymer combination is adapted to provide ambient lighting when exposed to a light source.

The present invention relates to a lubricious anti-traction material for effectively denying the mobility and access of personnel and vehicles to selected areas. The anti-traction material includes an acrylic polymer particle mixed with water.