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a profiled strip system , in particular for closing off edges and / or for concealing joints , for a surface covering , having a lower base profile and an upper cover profile , wherein a latching connection is provided between the base profile and the cover profile to connect them , wherein the latching connection has a latching receptacle , which has two leg profiles with mutually opposite latching regions , and a latching profile which can be latched into the latching receptacle and which is provided with multiple latching points , and wherein each latching region has at least two latching points . the latching regions are provided only in certain regions on the leg profiles and portions of the leg profiles that are free of latching regions are situated at far from one another such that the latching region - free sections of the leg profiles further from one another than the latching regions . | 4 |
a jig for assembling a rebar pier cage wherein certain of the individual jig elements are laterally and longitudinally adjustable to provide a jig capable of assembling rebar pier cages of various sizes and shapes . the jig elements comprise a plurality of rebar stirrup retaining elements removably secured within longitudinal openings in first and second , elongated channel bars which traverse a rectangular work surface in parallel relationship . opposite ends of the first and second channel bars are slidingly secured within longitudinal openings of third and fourth channel bars which laterally span the opposite , shorter edges of the work surface . means are provided to adjust the longitudinal spacing between each stirrup retaining element in the first and second channel bars , and also the lateral spacing between the first and second channel bars . the work surface is pivotally connected to a table frame whereby the work surface may be moved between horizontal and vertical positions with respect to the table frame and floor . | 8 |
a blade for a marine propeller includes an adjustment strip located in a channel near the trailing edge of a high pressure face of the blade . the adjustment strip protrudes from the blade face , altering the hydrodynamic properties of the blade . strips can be replaced with other strips of different heights in order to suit particular requirements for hydrodynamic properties . | 1 |
a process for producing a self - cross - linking alkyl cellulose derivative , which includes irradiating , with radioactive rays , a mixture of a starting alkyl cellulose derivative and water , and thus obtained self - cross - linking alkyl cellulose derivative has an improved biodegradability and excellent water - absorbability . | 0 |
an arrangement for loading of a cargo compartment , in particular that of an aircraft fuselage , with piece goods , is proposed , consisting of a conveying device in the form of a number of high - tensile belts located at intervals from one another and which are provided with a carpet - like conveying surface , for instance in nylon fabric , in that section of them which covers the cargo area of the cargo compartment in the fully - loaded position . a rear cargo wall fixed to the belts provides the rear stowage room limit for the goods transported . loading and unloading can be performed by means of movement backwards and fowards of the belts . since tensile loadings are concentrated exclusively in the belts , reversal can be performed in the vicinity of the loading aperture of the cargo compartment on a thin guide section located near the floor , which can be designed to accord with any contour of the floor of the cargo compartment . there thus results in a design for the conveying device in the form of a carpet which fluidly adapts itself to any contour on which the goods transported can be safely and reliably conveyed into and out of the cargo in compartment . | 8 |
a system and method for file system synchronization is described . a method described includes saving content of a cluster file system archive to a cfs database , detecting a change made in the cfs database with respect to the cfs archive , comparing an index of the cfs database with an index of the file system , and updating the file system to reflect the change in the cfs database . | 6 |
D2.6 GO-SHIP Software and Manuals: Software packages and best practice manuals and knowledge transfer for sustained quality control of hydrographic sections in the Atlantic. Publication of Ocean Data QC application version v1.0.0 together with Best Practices manual in help section of the application | 9 |
Several stars detected moving at velocities near to or exceeding the Galactic escape speed likely originated in the Milky Way disc. We quantitatively explore the 'binary supernova scenario' hypothesis, wherein these 'hyper-runaway' stars are ejected at large peculiar velocities when their close, massive binary companions undergo a core-collapse supernova and the binary is disrupted. We perform an extensive suite of binary population synthesis simulations evolving massive systems to determine the assumptions and parameters that most impact the ejection rate of fast stars. In a simulation tailored to eject fast stars, we find the most likely hyper-runaway star progenitor binary is composed of a massive (${\sim}30\, \mathrm{ M}_{\odot }$) primary and an ${\sim}3\!-\!4\, \mathrm{ M}_{\odot }$ companion on an orbital period that shrinks to ≲1 d prior to the core collapse following a common-envelope phase. The black hole remnant formed from the primary must receive a natal kick ≳1000 km s<SUP>-1</SUP> to disrupt the binary and eject the companion at a large velocity. We compare the fast stars produced in these simulations to a contemporary census of early-type Milky Way hyper-runaway star candidates. We find that these rare objects may be produced in sufficient number only when poorly constrained binary evolution parameters related to the strength of post-core-collapse remnant natal kicks and common-envelope efficiency are adjusted to values currently unsupported - but not excluded - by the literature. We discuss observational implications that may constrain the existence of these putative progenitor systems. | 9 |
a variable camshaft assembly which serves to vary the timing of poppet valves in an internal combustion engine . an axially movable wormed camshaft controls a number of splitable cams of conventional cross section operating individual valves . when the camshaft is shifted axially , each valve operating cam splits into two operating elements . when the raised noses of the splitable cam elements are in alignment , the valve event is minimal . when the raised noses are in misalignment , the valve event is extended . | 5 |
a power supply device is disclosed that is able to satisfy the power requirements of a device in service and has high efficiency . the power supply device includes a first power supply ; a voltage step - up unit that steps up an output voltage of the first power supply ; a voltage step - down unit that steps down an output voltage of the voltage step - up unit ; and a load that is driven to operate by an output voltage of the voltage step - down unit . the voltage step - up unit steps up the output voltage of the first power supply to a lower limit of an operating voltage of the voltage step - down unit . | 7 |
a tray for carrying food and beverage in a restaurant has a substantially planar tray bottom portion , and an upwardly extending peripheral sloping wall . | 0 |
a peripheral device comprises a first entity and a second entity . in operation , the first / second entities are configured to respectively : receive a first / second entity - related message from at least one other device to indicate the availability of the at least one other device for attachment , send , to the at least one other device , a first / second entity - related message indicating the availability for communication with the at least one other device , receive , from the at least one other device , a first / second entity - related signal including a first / second entity - related peripheral device identifier , send a first / second entity - related response to the at least one other device , receive , from the at least one other device , a first / second entity - related device response , and send , to the at least one other device , a first / second entity - related second peripheral response including the first / second entity - related peripheral device identifier . | 8 |
the present invention relates to a dental drilling assembly comprising an adjustable extension member which is utilized to vary the distance between pulley wheels of the drilling assembly to correspond to the size of the pulley utilized on the motor . | 0 |
The γ-ray narrow-line Seyfert 1 (NLS1) galaxies can be considered to be the third class of γ-ray active galactic nuclei possessing relativistic jets. In this paper, we present multi-band high-resolution Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) images of the γ-ray NLS1, SDSS J211852.96-073227.5 (J2118-0732, z = 0.26). We find a core-jet radio morphology and significant flux density variations in the radio core. The high brightness temperature estimated from VLBA images and core variability demonstrate that it exhibits substantial relativistic beaming effects. By considering radio emission in several bands, we find that the source has an inverted spectrum above 1 GHz but a steep spectrum at low frequencies ranging from 74 MHz-1 GHz; these may arise from the present activity and the old diffuse/extended emission, respectively. The core-jet morphology, significant flux density variations, and beaming effect make J2118-0732 resemble a blazar. Considering the low mass of its central black hole and the ongoing merger environment, J2118-0732 may represent a low-mass, low-power counterpart of blazars, and may finally evolve into a blazar. | 9 |
a multi - tubular reactor system for catalytically reacting a fluid reactant mixture to form a fluid product comprising a shell and a plurality of reactor tubes housed therein . the reactor system is adapted to allow heat - exchange fluid to flow between the shell and the external surface of the reactor tubes . a reactor tube comprises a reaction zone , and also a heating zone and / or a cooling zone . the reaction zone is positioned downstream of the heating zone . the cooling zone is positioned downstream of the reaction zone . the reactor tube contains a bed of solid particulate catalyst in the reaction zone . the reactor tube additionally contains a heat - exchanging essentially rod - shaped insert having a length of from 1 to 20 %, preferably 1 to 5 %, of the total length of the reactor tube in the heating zone and / or the cooling zone . | 1 |
a method and apparatus for fluid transportation includes a fluid reservoir and a pump that supplies fluid to a microfluidic device . the microfluidic device has an opening and an electrode positioned proximate the opening . the pump pressurizes fluid within the microfluidic device to form a droplet at the opening . when a desired volume of droplet is formed , a potential difference is generated between an electrode and a target plate . the potential difference causes the drop to form a fluid delivery therebetween . the fluid delivery may take many shapes , including a taylor cone or a stream of droplets . | 1 |
an inkjet printhead , typically constructed by mems process , includes a large number of nozzle chambers with ink ejection nozzle apertures and a paddle moveable in each chamber by an actuator to deliver ink through the nozzle . each paddle is provided with a projecting poker , concentrically protruding through the nozzle aperture when actuated to inhibit clogging of the nozzle . | 1 |
an ink cartridge carrier for an ink cartridge of an ink jet printing device is resiliently mounted to the ink cartridge carrier to minimize the size of the ink cartridge carrier . the reduction in size is accomplished by mounting the latching mechanism to the ink cartridge carriage with an expansion spring positioned in a spring opening in both the latching mechanism and the ink cartridge carrier . only a latching lip of the latching member extends above the ink cartridge carrier so as to engage an upper surface of the ink cartridge . | 1 |
an organic light - emitting device comprising an anode , a cathode , and an emissive layer between the anode and cathode , wherein either the emissive layer is an oligo or derivative thereof is described . the device may further include a hole transport layer and / or an electron transport layer coupled with either the anode or cathode . also described are displays employing such devices and a method of making such a device . | 8 |
an underwater anchor for keeping floating structures in position in oceans or other waters has at least one oblong cylindrical hollow body constructed in such a manner that it can withstand the external water pressure at the depth at which it is used . the body has a positive floating power when its interior is almost entirely filled with air . one or more fastening points for anchor cables are located on the body and it may have one or more connections for adding ballast to the interior of the body . | 1 |
Recent N-body simulations predict that large numbers of stellar black holes (BHs) could at present remain bound to globular clusters (GCs), and merging BH-BH binaries are produced dynamically in significant numbers. We systematically vary “standard” assumptions made by numerical simulations related to, e.g., BH formation, stellar winds, binary properties of high-mass stars, and IMF within existing uncertainties, and study the effects on the evolution of the structural properties of GCs, and the BHs in GCs. We find that variations in initial assumptions can set otherwise identical initial clusters on completely different evolutionary paths, significantly affecting their present observable properties, or even affecting the cluster’s very survival to the present. However, these changes usually do not affect the numbers or properties of local BH-BH mergers. The only exception is that variations in the assumed winds and IMF can change the masses and numbers of local BH-BH mergers, respectively. All other variations (e.g., in initial binary properties and binary fraction) leave the masses and numbers of locally merging BH-BH binaries largely unchanged. This is in contrast to binary population synthesis models for the field, where results are very sensitive to many uncertain parameters in the initial binary properties and binary stellar-evolution physics. Weak winds are required for producing GW150914-like mergers from GCs at low redshifts. LVT151012 can be produced in GCs modeled both with strong and weak winds. GW151226 is lower-mass than typical mergers from GCs modeled with weak winds, but is similar to mergers from GCs modeled with strong winds. | 9 |
an acousto - optic deflector that utilizes second order diffraction in a birefringent crystal provides doubled resolution while maintaining high diffraction efficiency . for the second order birefringent deflector employing a paratellurite crystal , 1200 spot resolution was achieved with a 24 mhz bandwidth and 25 μ sec access time . this maximum number of spots is twice that obtainable in a conventional first order acousto - optic deflector . | 6 |
an automatic writing apparatus includes a plurality of writing elements axially positioned one by one , each of which has a tip portion at the front end and an element cap having a hole for receiving therein the tip portion of an adjacent one of the writing elements ; an outer tube for receiving therein a first and a second ones of the writing elements , wherein the outer tube includes a pen - tip outlet for holding the first one of the writing elements ; and an inner tube for receiving therein the others of the writing elements and propelling the second one of the writing elements toward the pen - tip outlet for replacing the first one of the writing elements . | 1 |
an integrated seal assembly is provided , as is a coaxial cable system component incorporating the seal assembly with a connector for coupling to an externally threaded port . the seal assembly includes a bellows - type seal formed at least partially of a conductive elastomer and having an elastically deformable tubular body and a plurality of sealing surfaces , and an integral joint - section intermediate an anterior end and a posterior end that assists in the axial deformation of the seal in response to axially - directed force . one of the sealing surfaces engages a corresponding surface of an internally threaded nut or housing . the component is engagable with an externally threaded port via the internally threaded connector . the anterior end of the seal fits over the port and a sealing surface of the seal is capable of sealing axially against a shoulder of the port while the seal body covers the otherwise exposed externally threaded port . upon tightening of the nut on the port , the seal deflects in the axial direction to accommodate a variety of distances between the connector and the shoulder of the port . additionally , the seal is capable of expanding to allow a second sealing surface to contact and seal against a variety of smooth outside diameters of the port . the versatility of the seal allows an operator to use one connector of a system component on a wide variety of externally threaded ports without the risk of a faulty seal at the connection or a poor connection due to an improper seal . | 7 |
tray apparatus for patients , including a tray member having a bottom and contiguous sides upstanding from periphery thereof , and a removable plate , releasably disposed over said tray member and provided with a series of receptacle - receiving apertures . the apertures accommodate the placement of plate , cups and the like which , when inserted into the apertures , contact and are supported by the bottom of the tray member . upstanding arms are fixably disposed relative to opposite sides of the tray member and are articulatively coupled to horizontal cross - bar structure by means of a type of link . the composite tray structure enjoys a gravity - assist , whereby such tray structure is maintained essentially in a horizontal position even though its support might be jarred or even moving . locking means is provided for releasably locking the tray structure to external support structure . | 8 |
this invention relates to a microwave oven lighting assembly . the lighting assembly has a led lamp and one or more light - guiding members to collect and to condense the light of the lamp ; the lighting assembly is placed outside of the microwave oven cavity , casting the light into the cavity through holes on the cavity wall . the invention requires significantly less energy consumption and provides greatly enhanced oven cavity illumination . | 7 |
a reticle includes an image area having one or more electrically conductive portions susceptible to damage by an electric field and an electric field sensor feature , the sensor feature adapted to be at least as susceptible to being altered by the electric field as the electrically conductive portions of the image area , the sensor feature being located in a position which is more readily viewable to show alteration than the electrically conductive portions of the image area . | 6 |
an edible film and method of using same for decorating foodstuffs , in particular baked goods , wherein anyone can easily , inexpensively and artistically decorate foodstuffs . the edible film according to the present invention is composed of an edible polymer film which is preferably releasably mounted upon a flexible substrate to provide a reinforced edible film . the edible film is peelably released from the substrate to provide decorations for the foodstuff . the edible film may be decoratively prepared into predetermined decorations prior to distribution , which may include being pre - printed , pre - cut , colored , or being of pre - selected opacity and sheen . pre - printing may be accomplished by any suitable printing process utilizing edible inks . alternatively , the edible film may be distributed in a not yet finalized decoration form , wherein finalization is left up to the user . for example , the reinforced edible film may be distributed without being pre - printed or only partially pre - printed , wherein the user controls subsequent printing , writing , drawing or otherwise marking upon the edible film , such as by use of edible ink writing instruments . further , the user may purchase sheets of the reinforced edible film and thereafter cut the reinforced edible film sheets into shapes defined by the user . | 0 |
a method for producing an electrical contact element comprises the steps of providing a base material , and applying at least one electrically conductive contact layer to the base material . the contact layer has an outer surface which is elevated by roughness and which is suitable for receiving a lubricant . | 2 |
the creation of course content for college and university courses , seminars , lectures , and other pedagogical activities has in the past relied heavily on a textbook . using a textbook for course content creation creates a static , rigid course framework that fails to consider timely , relevant real world information that is dynamic and changing . this results in courses that are stagnant and hot well rounded . the present invention , and the various embodiments thereof , describes a computer based system and method for the creation and access of dynamic course content and associated media products . the present invention utilizes dynamic current content sources such as news , web sources , blogs , podcasts , user generated content , and other sources to create media products such as slides , videos , audio and the like . the media products of the present invention are keyed to the static framework of a textbook or textbooks , and are searchable , by textbook structure media structure , key terms , date range , and the like . | 6 |
a processor of processes data using a cache circuit . the processor is coupled to a functionally detachable device via the cache circuit . when a cache line is loaded into cache memory , it is tested whether the cache line has an address within a detachable device address range allocated to the detachable device . if so , identification of the cache line , or a range of addresses that includes the address of the cache line is stored . when a flush command is received that requires write back cached data to the detachable device , the identification is used to select the cache line for selective write back to the detachable device . thus less cache data needs to be invalidated when a device is functionally detached from the circuit . | 6 |
In this release 📚 Improvements to documentation. 🔨 Various refactoring tweaks. ✅ Increase test coverage. | 9 |
this invention relates to an improvement in an process for dinitrating 3 - nitrobenzotrifluoride and 4 - hal0 - 3 - nitrobenzotrifluoride compounds wherein the mononitrobenzotrifluoride composition is contacted with a mixture comprising sulfuric and nitric acid . the improvement constituting the basis of this invention comprises carrying out the dinitration with the sulfuric acid being present in at least a catalytic proportion but not exceeding about 65 mole percent in said mixture . | 2 |
the present invention provides rna extraction reagents , methods and kits that are especially useful for extracting rna . the reagents , methods and kits of the present invention are especially useful for extracting rna , for example , cytoplasmic rna , from difficult materials , from plants , especially , difficult plant tissues , such as those containing phenolics , tannins , polysaccharides and resins . comparative high yields are obtainable according to the present invention when compared to conventional reagents and methods . the rna preparations obtained in accordance with the present invention are also of high quality as demonstrated by superior a 260 / 280 results and by gel electrophoresis . | 2 |
a sewing machine frame drive device capable of precisely conveying on an x - y coordinate plane a frame , on which an article being sewn is set , comprising x - direction drive units and y - direction drive units for imparting driving forces to a frame of various types , on which an article being sewn is set , the units being composed of screw rods rotatingly driven by motors in alternate directions , and moving bodies threaded on the screw rods . | 3 |
an apparatus for transporting a sheet comprising : a first roller ; a second roller ; and an assembly for mounting the second roller for movement between a position spaced from the first roller and a position engaging the first roller for transporting a sheet ; wherein the second roller has first and second ends , and wherein the assembly includes independently spring loaded link assemblies respectively on the first and second ends of the second roller that ensure that the second roller will always close down on both sides of the first roller with uniform pressure on both sides . | 1 |
method and apparatus for projecting infrared or near infrared or low intensity visible light from a pen , pointer or other guiding object in the form of a coded pattern image , detectable by a camera and recognition system but invisible , or hardly visible to the user and audience , thus controlling and interacting with a computer during a presentation , computer supported work and / or other interactive use of a computer , including pointing , selecting , drawing and writing , both distantly and closely to the front or rear projection screen or possible other type of display screen , without any distracting visual patterns or spots , while the possible visual feedback to the user and audience can be generated by the computer and display system onto the display screen in a controlled and context - sensitive way . the projected complex images from the positioning device when operating remotely and when operating closely to the screen , are created by optical alignment of one or several diffractive optical elements , collimating lens and / or mirrors , and one or more light sources . the light sources can preferably be laser diodes or light emitting diodes . in a preferred embodiment , the light sources are emitting visible , infrared or near - infrared light . | 6 |
an electrographic stylus recording apparatus producing a toner powder image on a receptor belt wherein non - imaging toner powder is collected at a cylindrical sleeve located downstream from the stylus array and is subsequently returned from the cylindrical sleeve to the upstream side of the stylus array by depositing toner powder from the cylindrical sleeve onto the receptor belt by adjustment of the toner powder on the cylindrical sleeve relative to the space between the cylindrical sleeve plus the application of a d . c . voltage to the cylindrical sleeve . | 6 |
a bicycle brake light arrangement is set forth utilizing an included battery and signaling lamp mounted on an associated bicycle frame with a switch member mounted on a brake caliper to complete an electrical circuit to actuate the associated lamps . | 1 |
For full Changelog/release notes please see NEWS.md or Website Changelog. | 9 |
the cable handling apparatus includes a trolley beam , where the trolley beam is adapted to allow a cable trolley to slide thereon and an articulating arm . the articulating arm is hingedly coupled to the trolley beam , and the articulating arm is hingedly coupled to a piece of wellsite equipment . the articulating arm is repositionable between a retracted position and an extended position . | 7 |
an electrophotographic image forming apparatus forms an image on a photosensitive drum of a cartridge also containing , process means , and a memory with a contact . the apparatus includes a member movable between opening and closing positions ; a detector detecting closing of the movable member ; a connector having a contact movable between contact and separating positions an operator moving the connector from the separating to the contact position ; a holder engageable with the operator to hold the connector at the contact position ; a controller communicating with the memory through the connector after detection of a signal change from the detector when the movable member moves away from the closing position ; a releasor releasing engagement between the holding and operation members after the movable member moves from the closing position by a predetermined distance ; and an urger urging the connector in a direction away from the contact position toward the separating position . | 6 |
a stacker , dispenser , and carrier for pizza boxes has a rectangular parallelepiped formed with a front opening for withdrawing boxes and a rear opening for temporarily sliding the lowermost box off stops on which the stack is mounted . the lowermost box can be pushed rearward through the opening , have its front lowered , and than be withdrawn through the frontal opening of the box . a resilient band across the rear opening allows passage of the lowermost box therethrough only in response to pressure exerted during removal of the lowermost box from the stack . | 1 |
to carry out a track control by compensating for an offset caused by a radial tilt when a track control of a main beam is carried out by detecting tracking information provided at a reference layer of a spatial recording medium by a guide beam , there are formed a first mark pair row aligned with the first mark pairs in a radius direction by a track pitch , and other mark pair row aligned with the second mark pairs in the radius direction by the track pitch . the other mark pair row is arranged in the radius direction by being shifted from the first mark pair row by a prescribed distance . the track control is made to be able to carry out by dispensing with an uncontrollable region by selecting one of plural track error signals generated from the plural mark pairs . | 6 |
a method of controlling an exoskeleton bracing system to walk includes identifying an expected current stance , receiving a tilt signal from a tilt sensor , and receiving a ground force signal from ground force sensors . motorized joints are actuated to forwardly extend a leg brace when the expected stance includes standing with the leg braces together , the tilt signal indicates tilting forward , and the ground force signal indicates leaning on an opposite leg brace . motorized joints are actuated to extend a trailing leg brace forward beyond a forwardly extended leg brace when the expected stance includes a forwardly extended leg brace and a trailing leg brace , the tilt signal indicates tilting forward , and the ground force signal indicates leaning on the forwardly extended leg brace . motorized joints are actuated to converge both leg braces to a standing stance when the ground force signal indicates leaning on a trailing leg brace . | 1 |
techniques and retinoscopic apparatus for measuring or determining a patient &# 39 ; s optical error are disclosed . the techniques include overrefraction and can be performed from a fixed position , avoiding the practitioner &# 39 ; s need to move back and forth relative to the patient &# 39 ; s eye . equipment associated with the apparatus is adapted to record the location of the retinoscope slide during the examination to provide information concerning the optical error present in the patient &# 39 ; s eye . | 0 |
a biochemically - powered self - exciting electric power source , comprising , inside a container for containing an electrolyte , an anode which is coated with a biochemical compound , a first electrode and a second electrode , which are electrically separated each other and are immersed in the electrolyte , and an electrical stimulator connected between the anode and the first electrode , a user load being arranged between the anode and the second electrode , the first electrode being made of electrolytic iron , washed with aqueous ammonia , the anode being made of pure nickel , and the second electrode being made of cadmium - plated iron . | 7 |
a portable device for communication is useable during movement by a person . individual portable receivers , the size of a credit card , display and / or broadcast to a user , automatically or by selection , data coming via waves coming from microwave or laser transmitters and fm transmitters . the transmitters can cover nerve zones such as population centers , and sequentially send a flow of data transmitted by a digital signal with for instance 900 , 000 bits / second . at the same time , the transmitters are used to cover 95 % of a territory in audio . this provides a service of public interest , allows changing the descriptive speech , provides a choice of messages , offers a presale service , and makes possible selective identification . the device also automatically pinpoints a position with a single transmitter and provides a target objective that is sought to be reached by the user , thus simultaneously meeting the requirements of urban , rural and interior location while being useable with all locomotion means . | 6 |
a method and system for producing tomosynthesis images of a breast specimen in a cabinet x - ray system . an x - ray source delivers x - rays through a specimen of excised tissue and forms an image at a digital x - ray detector . multiple x - ray images are taken as the x - ray source moves relative to the stationary breast specimen . in the preferred embodiment , the x - ray source moves in a range from about 350 ° to and including about 10 °. the source may travel substantially along a path that generally defines an arc , or linearly , while the detector remains stationary throughout and the source remains substantially equidistant from the specimen platform . the set of x - ray image data taken at the different points are combined to form a tomosynthesis image that can be viewed in different formats , alone or as an adjunct to conventional specimen radiography . | 0 |
topical skin care compositions are provided for the improvement of the appearance of the skin , namely of the skin comprising the face , surrounding the eyes , mouth , and hands , as well as the skin of the body . the skin care compositions include synergistic combinations of active peptide ingredients that are specially formulated to enhance the natural appearance of the face , hands , and / or body . specifically , the synergistic skin care compositions may be applied to one or more of the skin surrounding the eyes , mouth , nose , forehead , ears , neck , hands , feed , and overall body to give the skin thereof a cleaner , smoother and more wrinkle free appearance . | 0 |
a luminous discharge device having a gas filled , gas tight envelope . a cathode is disposed at one side interiorly of the envelope and a luminescent target is disposed at the opposite side of the envelope . an insulating substrate is perforated in the form of a matrix and is positioned intermediate of the cathode and the luminescent target . the insulating plate has a series of rows of anodes disposed on one side thereof and a series of columns of controlled electrodes arranged at the other side thereof in a direction which is generally perpendicular to the anodes . the spacing between the anodes and the cathode is of such a value as to induce a normal gas discharge therebetween while the spacing between the controlled electrodes and the luminescent target is arranged to be such as to prevent a normal gas discharge . by applying a suitable signal to develop a gas discharge adjacent to a given row of anodes and simultaneously applying a selected positive voltage to at least one of the control electrode columns , an electron flow can be induced through a specific one of the holes in the matrix to impinge upon a predetermined spot on the luminous target and thereby produce a video response . | 7 |
The planets within compact multiplanet systems tend to have similar sizes, masses, and orbital period ratios, like "peas in a pod." This pattern was detected when considering planets with radii between 1 and 4 R<SUB>⊕</SUB>. However, these same planets show a bimodal radius distribution, with few planets between 1.5 and 2 R<SUB>⊕</SUB>. The smaller "super-Earths" are consistent with being stripped rocky cores, while the larger "sub-Neptunes" likely have gaseous H/He envelopes. Given these distinct structures, it is worthwhile to test for intra-system uniformity separately within each category of planets. Here, we find that the tendency for intra-system uniformity is twice as strong when considering planets within the same size category than it is when combining all planets together. The sub-Neptunes tend to be ${1.7}_{-0.3}^{+0.6}$ times larger than the super-Earths in the same system, corresponding to an envelope mass fraction of about 2.6% for a 5 M<SUB>⊕</SUB> planet. For the sub-Neptunes, the low-metallicity stars are found to have planets with more equal sizes, with modest statistical significance (p ~ 0.005). There is also a modest (~2σ) tendency for wider-orbiting planets to be larger, even within the same size category. | 9 |
The Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS) mission and operations are designed to provide the maximum reconnection science. The mission phases are chosen to investigate reconnection at the dayside magnetopause and in the magnetotail. At the dayside, the MMS orbits are chosen to maximize encounters with the magnetopause in regions where the probability of encountering the reconnection diffusion region is high. In the magnetotail, the orbits are chosen to maximize encounters with the neutral sheet, where reconnection is known to occur episodically. Although this targeting is limited by engineering constraints such as total available fuel, high science return orbits exist for launch dates over most of the year. The tetrahedral spacecraft formation has variable spacing to determine the optimum separations for the reconnection regions at the magnetopause and in the magnetotail. In the specific science regions of interest, the spacecraft are operated in a fast survey mode with continuous acquisition of burst mode data. Later, burst mode triggers and a ground-based scientist in the loop are used to determine the highest quality data to downlink for analysis. This operations scheme maximizes the science return for the mission. | 9 |
a method and apparatus for accomplishing source learning in a data switch of the type having a plurality of switching modules where each supports one or more external network devices and a backplane interconnecting the switching modules . each switching module has logic resident thereon for performing distributed source learning , including configuring unknown source addresses “ seen ” in inbound packets and for notifying the other switching modules that such source addresses were “ seen ” on a port thereof . address - port associations are thereby configured on the switch using distributed logic , i . e . without intervention by a centralized management entity . in regard to configuring destination addresses — when a destination address is unknown , packets are delivered over a multicast queue until the destination address is found . once the destination address is found , a method of flow integrity is used to avoid out of order packet delivery when the device transitions from using a multicast flood queue to a unicast queue . | 7 |
a semiconductor integrated circuit includes a first pad allocated to receive a row address , a second pad allocated to discriminate a first input / output mode and a second input / output mode , a detector configured to generate a detection signal in response to logic levels of the first and second pads , and a column address controller configured to deassert a column address to a logic low level in response to a deasserted detection signal . the semiconductor integrated circuit may selectively support one of first and second memory capacities and one of the first and second input / output modes using the logic levels of the first and second pads . | 6 |
a superconducting wire , containing nbti superconducting material and cu , comprising a multiplicity of hexagonal elements , which , as seen in cross - section perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the superconducting wire , have an at least approximately hexagonal outside contour is characterized in that at least a portion of the hexagonal elements is constituted as cu — al composite elements , wherein , in cross - section perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the superconducting wire , the cu — al composite elements are each constituted with an al core and a cu sheath that surrounds the al core . the nbti superconducting wire is thereby stabilized and has low weight as well as a reduced risk of crack formation during manufacturing , especially during wire drawing . | 7 |
a video projection system and method for synchronizing images are provided . an image source provides a video signal with at least two streams of sequential images . a color switching device is operable to present fundamental colors and one or more non - fundamental colors at least once during each of a plurality of phases of the video signal . a light processing element controls projection of light with the two streams of sequential images sequentially through the presentation of the colors of each phase . an eye - switching adjustment element modifies a timing of the colors presented by aligning with the non - fundamental color , an unstable transition phase between different states of an eye - switching device to which the video signal is provided . the eye - switching adjustment element also modifies the video signal to deliver the images synchronously with the eye - switching device . | 7 |
a separate u - shaped safety lock is provided for use with a trigger drinker utilizing a bayonet type coupler . in poultry and small animal trigger drinker watering systems the u - shaped safety lock restricts telescopically interfitting components from rotation . the lock is inserted through one component and partially surrounds a boss on a second component to prevent both clockwise and counterclockwise rotation of the components relative to one another . the safety lock can break upon reaching a pre - determined torque . | 0 |
a method for controlling the distribution of transmission rates in a cellular radiotelecommunication system wherein , in order to support the effective utilization of types of time slot in wireless telecommunication systems , e . g . the dect - specific “ full ” or “ double slots ”, two fixed parts are provided for each radio cell . the first fixed parts in each case support two types of time slot but signal in dependence on the capacity utilization of the second fixed parts , which only support one type of time slot , that they support the second or the first and second type of time slot . the portable parts store the fixed parts , after they have signaled their support of types of time slot , in separate lists . | 7 |
microstrain - inducing manifolds , systems , and methods are presented that involve microstrain - inducing manifolds that include a plurality of shaped projections for creating microstrain . the shaped projections may be tapered projections . a system may include a sealing member for placing over the tissue site , a microstrain - inducing manifold , and a reduced - pressure subsystem that delivers reduced pressure to the sealing member . the reduced pressure causes the shaped projections to create microstrain at the tissue site . other methods , apparatuses , and systems are also presented . | 0 |
a plurality of interlocking stackable foam pillow segments together with a head and neck support and an elongated generally cylindrical resilient neck support member . the pillow segments are generally rectangular defining interlocking members which facilitate the stacking and interlock of the pillow segments in a vertical stack . the head and neck support defines a pillow resting surface and a head resting surface . the head resting surface further defines an ear clearance cavity surrounded by a face support surface . the head and neck support further includes a flexible mesh fabric ear coupling having an outer edge joined to and surrounding the face support surface and encircling the ear - receiving cavity . the ear - receiving cavity is sized to receive the user &# 39 ; s ear into the ear coupling and is elastically constricted to close upon the user &# 39 ; s ear between the ear and head surface to captivate the ear . | 0 |
near infrared absorbing composition and material comprising a specific thioamide compound and a copper compound and / or a lead compound . the composition and material of this invention provide an uniform absorption over a near ir - region without decreasing other properties . | 6 |
an integrated circuit comprising an adjustable voltage source to allow a plurality of voltage values to be selected ; means for measuring a voltage value derived from the adjustable voltage source ; and means for configuring the adjustable voltage source to provide a selected voltage value , wherein the selected voltage value is selected based upon a voltage value measured by the means for measuring and a voltage selected by a controller . | 6 |
Context. Solar jets play a role in the coronal heating and the supply of solar wind. Aims. This study calculated the energies of 23 small-scale jets emerging from a quiet-Sun region to investigate their contributions for coronal heating. Conclusions. Our observations suggest that although these jets cannot provide sufficient energy for the heating of the whole quiet-Sun coronal region, they are likely to account for a significant portion of the energy demand in the local regions where the jets occur. | 9 |
The atmospheres of small, potentially rocky exoplanets are expected to cover a diverse range in composition and mass. Studying such objects therefore requires flexible and wide-ranging modeling capabilities. We present in this work the essential development steps that lead to our flexible radiative transfer module, REDFOX, and validate REDFOX for the solar system planets Earth, Venus, and Mars, as well as for steam atmospheres. REDFOX is a k-distribution model using the correlated-k approach with the random overlap method for the calculation of opacities used in the δ-two-stream approximation for radiative transfer. Opacity contributions from Rayleigh scattering, UV/visible cross sections, and continua can be added selectively. With the improved capabilities of our new model, we calculate various atmospheric scenarios for K2-18b, a super-Earth/sub-Neptune with ∼8 M<SUB>⊕</SUB> orbiting in the temperate zone around an M star, with recently observed H<SUB>2</SUB>O spectral features in the infrared. We model Earth-like, Venus-like, and H<SUB>2</SUB>-He primary atmospheres of different solar metallicity and show resulting climates and spectral characteristics compared to observed data. Our results suggest that K2-18b has an H<SUB>2</SUB>-He atmosphere with limited amounts of H<SUB>2</SUB>O and CH<SUB>4</SUB>. Results do not support the possibility of K2-18b having a water reservoir directly exposed to the atmosphere, which would reduce atmospheric scale heights, and with it the amplitudes of spectral features, making the latter inconsistent with the observations. We also performed tests for H<SUB>2</SUB>-He atmospheres up to 50 times solar metallicity, all compatible with the observations. | 9 |
a removal system for membranes in a membrane filtration system of the type where the membranes are supported on a membrane support rack in a tank or vessel which , in use , contains liquid to be filtered . the tank comprises a selectively operable opening which in an open position allows the removal of the membranes from the tank . the membrane support rack is movable relative to the tank to move said membranes through the opening , in its open position , to a position outside the tank . | 1 |
a slatwall panel comprises a backboard and a slatwall channel attached to the backboard . the slatwall channel includes a longitudinal horizontal slot , and opposing longitudinal first and second grooves parallel to the slot . first and second substrates include edge portions disposed in the first and second grooves , respectively . the slot includes a rear wall , a bottom wall and a top wall forming a u - shaped groove . the bottom wall is slanted downwardly toward the rear wall ; and the u - shaped groove is configured to receive a shelf wherein the top wall provides a stop to a top rear portion of the shelf and a front portion of the bottom wall provides support to a bottom rear portion of the shelf . | 0 |
a roof structure is disclosed which is capable of accomplishing an improvement in workability , ensuring safety in the assemblying operation and preventing leakage of rain . the roof structure is assembled by engaging an eaves side connection of ridge side one of each adjacent two roof boards with a ridge side connection of eaves side one of the roof boards and securely holding the eaves side and ridge side connections engaged together by means of a fixture fixed on a common rafter at a position on the eaves side beyond the eaves side connection of the ridge side roof board and securely held in the eaves side connection engaged with the ridge side connection . | 4 |
a laser beam scanning device is comprised of a laser beam source for emitting a laser beam , a polygon mirror rotatable for reflecting the laser beam to deflect the same linearly in primary scanning direction and a main motor for rotating the polygon mirror . an optically converging system converges the laser beam reflected from the polygon mirror onto a photosensitive medium . a secondary scanning system includes a driving source having a pulse motor for shifting the laser beam relative to the photosensitive medium in secondary scanning direction substantially perpendicular to the primary scanning direction to thereby scan the laser beam two - dimensionally on the photosensitive medium . a controlling circuit produces a common clock signal for controlling and driving the main motor and the pulse motor according to the common clock signal . | 7 |
the present invention provides a method of user equipment transmitting aperiodic channel state information and user equipment using the method . the method includes receiving a channel state information request for a plurality of reference signals , receiving the plurality of reference signals , generating channel state information on each of the plurality of reference signals in response to the channel state information request , and transmitting the channel state information through a physical uplink shared channel , wherein the channel state information request is included in only some of subframes in which the plurality of reference signals is received . | 7 |
The Hubble constant ($H_0$), a crucial parameter in cosmology, quantifies the expansion rate of the universe so its precise measurement is important to understand the fundamental dynamics of our evolving universe. One of the major limitations of measuring $H_0$ using time-delay cosmography is the presence of the mass-sheet degeneracy (MSD) in the lens mass modeling. We propose and quantitatively assess the use of galaxy-galaxy shear measurements to break the MSD in the strong lensing mass modeling. We use stacked galaxy-galaxy lensing profiles and corresponding covariance matrices from Huang et al. (2022) to constrain the MSD in lens mass modeling with a highly flexible mass profile. Our analyses show that if ideally all galaxy-galaxy lensing measurements from the Hyper Suprime-Cam (HSC) survey can be used to constrain the MSD, we can achieve $\sim 10\%$ precision on the MSD constraint. We forecast that galaxy-galaxy lensing measurements from LSST-like surveys can in general constrain the MSD with $\sim 1-3\%$ precision. Furthermore, if we push weak lensing measurements to a lower angular scale of $\sim 0.04$ $\rm Mpc$, a survey like LSST can provide $\sim 1\%$ precision on the MSD constraint, enabling a measurement of $H_0$ at the $1\%$ level. We demonstrate that galaxy-galaxy weak lensing can robustly constrain the MSD independent of stellar kinematics of the deflector, with wide-field survey data alone. | 9 |
tool cassettes in a progressive forging machine are configured to facilitate their machine controlled changeover by the ability to be installed and removed through vertical movement in and out of the machine and by the incorporation of self - alignment features . the die cassettes , which have precision machined cylindrical surfaces , establish the work station centers of the machine on the die breast and receiving zones on the slide for the punch holder cassettes are established with gage blocks that are sized by reference to the respective die work station centers . the cassette system can provide a level of alignment between punch and die elements not previously practical in large machines and a flexibility in tool size that is not subject to the traditional restraint of work station center - to - center distance . | 1 |
We computed a grid of theoretical models to fit the δ Scuti frequencies of CoRoT 100866999 detected earlier from the CoRoT time serials. The pulsating primary star is determined to be a main-sequence star with a rotation period of {4.1}<SUB>-0.5</SUB><SUP>+0.6</SUP> days, rotating slower than the orbital motion. The fundamental parameters of the primary star are determined to be M={1.71}<SUB>-0.04</SUB><SUP>+0.13</SUP> {M}<SUB>⊙ </SUB>, Z={0.012}<SUB>-0.000</SUB><SUP>+0.004</SUP>, {f}<SUB>ov</SUB>}={0.02}<SUB>-0.02</SUB><SUP>+0.00</SUP>, {T}<SUB>eff</SUB>}={8024}<SUB>-297</SUB><SUP>+249</SUP> K, L={11.898}<SUB>-1.847</SUB><SUP>+2.156</SUP> {L}<SUB>⊙ </SUB>, {log}g={4.166}<SUB>-0.002</SUB><SUP>+0.013</SUP>, R={1.787}<SUB>-0.016</SUB><SUP>+0.040</SUP> {R}<SUB>⊙ </SUB>, and {X}<SUB>{{c</SUB>}}={0.488}<SUB>-0.020</SUB><SUP>+0.011</SUP>, matching those obtained from the eclipsing light-curve analysis. Based on the model fittings, p <SUB>1</SUB> and p <SUB>5</SUB> are suggested to be two dipole modes, and p <SUB>3</SUB>, p <SUB>4</SUB>, p <SUB>6</SUB>, and p <SUB>7</SUB> are suggested to be four quadrupole modes. In particular, p <SUB>4</SUB> and p <SUB>7</SUB> are identified as two components of one quintuplet. Based on the best-fitting model, we find that p <SUB>1</SUB> is a g mode and the other nonradial modes have pronounced mixed characters, which give strong constraints on the convective core. Finally, the relative size of the convective core of CoRoT 100866999 is determined to {R}<SUB>conv</SUB>}/R={0.0931}<SUB>-0.0013</SUB><SUP>+0.0003</SUP>. | 9 |
pharmaceuticals which contain a substance releasing tumor necrosis factor are better tolerated and can be given in higher doses when they contain a tnf inhibitor , especially a xanthine derivative . | 0 |
In the frequency band of the Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA), extensive research has been conducted on the impact of foreground confusion noise generated by galactic binaries within the Milky Way Galaxy. Additionally, recent evidence of a stochastic signal, announced by the NANOGrav, EPTA, PPTA, CPTA, and InPTA, indicates that the stochastic gravitational-wave background (SGWB) generated by supermassive black hole binaries (SMBHBs) can contribute strong background noise within the LISA band. Given the presence of such strong noise, it is expected to have significant impacts on LISA's scientific missions. In this study, we investigate the impacts of the SGWB generated by SMBHBs on the detection of individual massive black hole binaries, verified galactic binaries, and extreme mass ratio inspirals in the context of LISA. We find it essential to resolve and eliminate the excess noise from the SGWB to guarantee the success of LISA's missions. *Supported by the NSFC (12250010, 11991052) and Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences, CAS, (ZDBS-LY-7009) | 9 |
a semiconductor device including a gate insulating film selectively formed on a predetermined region of a semiconductor substrate ; a gate electrode formed on said gate insulating film ; and a source region and drain region formed , in a surface portion of said semiconductor substrate , on two sides of a channel region positioned below said gate electrode ; wherein a carbon concentration in an interface where said gate insulating film is in contact with said gate electrode is not more than 5 × 10 22 atoms / cm 3 . | 2 |
This topical review gives a comprehensive overview and assessment of recent results in causal dynamical triangulations, a modern formulation of lattice gravity, whose aim is to obtain a theory of quantum gravity nonperturbatively from a scaling limit of the lattice-regularized theory. In this manifestly diffeomorphism-invariant approach one has direct, computational access to a Planckian spacetime regime, which is explored with the help of invariant quantum observables. During the last few years, there have been numerous new and important developments and insights concerning the theory's phase structure, the roles of time, causality, diffeomorphisms and global topology, the application of renormalization group methods and new observables. We will focus on these new results, primarily in four spacetime dimensions, and discuss some of their geometric and physical implications. | 9 |
a building insulation system for roofs and walls supported from the interior side of the building , which eliminates thermal bridges and bottom side ceiling fasteners to support the insulation system materials during the insulation and exterior sheeting process of the building construction . the insulation system creates an air gap space layer in roofs and in walls between the exterior wall and roof sheeting panels and the interior sheet material , which supports the insulation material layer . an air gap space enables active solar energy collection and its use to reduce the overall purchased energy for operation of the building . the insulation system preferably includes a support sheet material , a sheet material tensioning devices , an insulation material layer , insulation hanger retention devices , heat and air collection and distribution ducts , dampers , louvers , pipes , dehumidification and condensate collection devices used in the air gap layers of the building to improve the building energy efficiency . | 8 |
force feedback elements are incorporated at various points in a flight helmet . an onboard computer system identifies critical events and translates such events into a force feedback pulse applied to one or more of the force feedback elements , warning the pilot of the critical event while at the same time suppressing more conventional critical event warnings that may distract a pilot . additionally , force feedback elements are incorporated into a vest , bodysuit or body armor . a mobile , personal computer system applies a force feedback pulse to one or more of the force feedback elements to indicate an event that might otherwise require an audible signal . | 6 |
a beverage dispensing mixing nozzle for mixing a multi - component beverage mixture . the nozzle has a disruption plate for slowing and dispersing a dispensed fluid into an adjacent expansion region . the disruption plate and floor of the expansion region have turbulence - inducing surfaces to aid in mixing the fluid . | 1 |
a glenoid component apparatus for shoulder arthroplasty includes a bearing portion and a stem portion connected to the bearing portion . the stem portion is modeled from a normalized glenoid vault morphology . a method for making a glenoid component for shoulder arthroplasty includes obtaining a model of a normalized glenoid vault morphology and producing a stem portion of the glenoid component based on the model . | 1 |
The observations from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) will significantly increase the numbers of known extremely metal-poor stars by a factor of ~10, improving the sample statistics to study the early chemical evolution of the Milky Way and the nature of the first stars. In this paper we report follow-up observations with high signal-to-noise ratio of nine metal-poor stars identified during the DESI commissioning with the Optical System for Imaging and Low-Resolution Integrated Spectroscopy (OSIRIS) instrument on the 10.4 m Gran Telescopio Canarias. The analysis of the data using a well-vetted methodology confirms the quality of the DESI spectra and the performance of the pipelines developed for the data reduction and analysis of DESI data. | 9 |
a method of network resource release processing is provided , which includes the following steps . after user equipment using idle mode signaling reduction mechanism registers to two 3rd generation partnership project communication networks , when the ue changes from the 3gpp network to a non - 3gpp communication network , a serving gateway receives a message sent from a peer endpoint network element , and deletes network resources established by the two 3gpp communication networks for the ue according to the message . a mobility management ne and a serving gw are also provided . through the method and device of network resource release processing , the resources are released when the ue using the isr mechanism changes from the 3gpp network to the non - 3gpp communication network . | 8 |
a mobile terminal includes a destination specifying unit which is configured to specify a communication destination . a server connection unit is configured to connect the mobile terminal with a history server which manages communication history . a history information acquisition unit is configured to transmit a request to the history server through the server connection unit and to acquire history information having a metadata described in a structured language and containing an update information of a communication history of the communication destination , specified by the destination specifying unit , from the history server through the server connection unit . | 7 |
an exhaust gas recirculation control valve for preventing carbon and the like contained in the exhaust gas from attaching to the inner wall surface of exhaust gas paths , through which the exhaust gas from an engine of a motor car passes , thus decreasing the diameters of the paths with time . this exhaust gas recirculation control valve is provided in a passageway , through which the exhaust gas from the engine is recirculated into an intake air - fuel mixture , a path being of a frusto - conical shape in cross - section and having a progressively larger diameter toward an exhaust gas inlet is formed upstream of the minimum diameter portion , and the inner diameter of the smallest diameter end of said path being of the frusto - conical shape in cross - section in the vicinity of said minimum diameter portion is larger than the inner diameter of said minimum diameter portion . the path being of the frusto - conical shape in cross - section may be formed of a valve housing separately manufactured of a valve seat . | 5 |
a digital cable broadcast receiver and a method for automatically processing caption data of various standards and types , is disclosed . the digital broadcast receiver includes : a demultiplexer for dividing a received broadcast stream into video data , audio data , supplementary information ; a controller for determining whether caption data included in the video data is digital caption data or analog caption data on the basis of caption information included in the supplementary information , and outputting a control signal according to a result of the determining ; a digital caption decoder for extracting and decoding digital caption data from the video data according to the control signal ; and an analog caption decoder for extracting and decoding analog caption data from the video data according to the control signal . | 7 |
a water - like fluid containing safe water and a significant quantity of soluble dietary fiber . the resulting solution is generally optically clear and has physical properties similar to potable water . the fluid is intended as a replacement for bottled , or other water , as a means to ensure proper hydration . depending on the soluble fiber used the fluid is either non - caloric or extremely low in calories . the amount of soluble fiber is adjusted to a specific amount of water so that consumption of an adequate amount of fluid ensures hydration will also providing an optimal amount of dietary fiber . this is particularly valuable in stressed situations where the diet may not provide adequate fiber without supplementation . the constant metered supply of fiber provided throughout the day is preferable to , and more convenient than , “ bolus ” administration of fiber through laxatives , etc . additionally , the constant presence of soluble fiber in the digestive tract provides the known beneficial effects of moderating the postprandial increase in blood glucose , modulating serum lipid levels , and suppressing appetite . | 0 |
a q - switching injection laser is disclosed which includes integral emitter and saturable absorber sections of the semiconductive body . in one embodiment the emitter and absorber sections are separated by an interface region implanted with ions of a type and amount to significantly increase the resistivity at the interface . preferably , the implanted ions have energy levels spaced far enough from the conduction and valence bands of the semiconductive body such that charge carriers cannot be thermally excited between the conduction or valence bands and the energy level of the implanted ions . in another preferred embodiment , the saturable absorber section includes implanted ions of type and amount to increase the resistivity of the region , as compared to the emitter region , so as to give saturable absorber characteristic under available pumping conditions . likewise , preferably the implanted ion is selected such that its energy levels are sufficiently separated from the valence and conduction bands so as to prevent thermal excitation from transferring charge carriers between valance and conduction bands and the energy levels of the implanted ion . in a specific embodiment , in a gaas injection laser doped with ge or si , the implanted ion may be selected from the group including o , cr and fe . | 7 |
Contains code for the synthetic experiments in the publication: Smith, T., Zotta, R.-M., Boulton, C. A., Lenton, T. M., Dorigo, W., and Boers, N.: Reliability of Resilience Estimation based on Multi-Instrument Time Series, Earth Syst. Dynam. Discuss. [preprint], https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-2022-41, in review, 2022. Python code to create the synthetic time series with variable signal-to-noise ratios and measurement noise are included, as well as the used experimental setup covering both VOD and AVHRR data. Figure code to reproduce Figures 1 and 2 is also included, as they are based entirely on the synthetic data. Figures 3 and 4 can be reproduced using the global VODCA (https://essd.copernicus.org/articles/12/177/2020/) and AVHRR (https://www.mdpi.com/2072-4292/6/8/6929) data sets. | 9 |
a flexible shaft coupling device having two hubs with teeth extending from each hub toward the other hub . the teeth are in parallel alignment and spaced from each other . there are projections on a flexible elastomeric belt which fill the gaps between adjacent pairs of teeth . the projections are connected by a flexible pleated connector to absorb start - up forces and increase the life of the belt . a retainer band is mounted around the belt to keep the belt securely in place . | 8 |
No description provided. | 9 |
What's Changed removing requirements by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/484 Using actions v2 by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/485 adding doctest to actions by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/488 Fix error message in distcircuit.py by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/490 Fix distributed circuit without gates execution by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/491 Remove LEAST_SIGNIFICANT_QUBIT flag by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/494 adding doctest by @andrea-pasquale in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/487 updating docs by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/493 Reduce import qibo time by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/496 Remove custom backend classes by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/500 Fix dtype of CZ matrix by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/503 Remove some hard-coded np.linalg calls from tests by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/501 Allow multi-qubit unitaries for qibojit backend by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/499 Limiting qibotf actions for py36 by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/508 Fix AAVQE example with qibotf by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/507 updating docs for backends by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/511 check minimum version for backends by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/510 first AAVQE added by @nicolezattarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/475 disabling py36 by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/513 Remove hardware backend by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/509 Minor fixes in the docs by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/515 Add AAVQE example to doctests by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/518 Fix CI running twice by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/520 Fix CPU fallback by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/516 adding qgan class by @bpcarlos in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/498 State in computational basis by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/521 Add T, S gates by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/525 Fix probabilities do not sum to 1 by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/528 Move CPU fallback for frequencies by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/527 Fix qibo tests to support CuQuantum Backend by @andrea-pasquale in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/529 Fix test_prints.py when cuquantum is installed by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/531 Installation instructions for cuQuantum backend by @andrea-pasquale in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/534 Fix engine not renamed to platform in some tests by @mlazzarin in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/535 using qibojit main code in actions by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/537 Upgrade qibo.set_backend() to support platform setting by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/533 Add S and T gates to circuit.draw() by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/538 added fermionic swap, working in numpy by @AdrianPerezSalinas in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/536 Test all available platforms automatically by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/539 Remove some coverage exceptions by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/544 Fix message error in distributed circuit by @andrea-pasquale in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/543 add python 3.10 in actions by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/547 add citing qibo page in docs by @scarrazza in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/548 Implement state deep copy by @stavros11 in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/549 New Contributors @andrea-pasquale made their first contribution in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/487 @nicolezattarin made their first contribution in https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/pull/475 Full Changelog: https://github.com/qiboteam/qibo/compare/v0.1.6...v0.1.7 | 9 |
a semen container fitted with a specialized tip includes a substantially hollow body having a sealable first end adapted for the introduction of biological fluids such as semen and a second end having a nozzle molded thereto . the nozzle terminates in a removable tip that is anchored to the container by way of a tab such that after dispensing the biological liquid from the container the tip and the container may be disposed of simultaneously thereby reducing or eliminating the need to separately collect the removed tips from the ground . | 8 |
the invention comprises systems and methods for detecting the use of networked consumer electronics devices as indications of occupancy of a structure for purposes of automatically adjusting the temperature setpoint on a thermostatic hvac control . at least one thermostat is located inside a structure and is used to control an hvac system in the structure . at least one networked electronic device is used to indicate the state of occupancy of the structure . the state of occupancy is used to alter the setpoint on the thermostatic hvac control to reduce unneeded conditioning of unoccupied spaces . | 5 |
Context. The characterisation of the atmosphere of exoplanets is one of the main goals of exoplanet science in the coming decades. <BR /> Aims: We investigate the detectability of atmospheric spectral features of Earth-like planets in the habitable zone (HZ) around M dwarfs with the future James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). <BR /> Methods: We used a coupled 1D climate-chemistry-model to simulate the influence of a range of observed and modelled M-dwarf spectra on Earth-like planets. The simulated atmospheres served as input for the calculation of the transmission spectra of the hypothetical planets, using a line-by-line spectral radiative transfer model. To investigate the spectroscopic detectability of absorption bands with JWST we further developed a signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) model and applied it to our transmission spectra. <BR /> Results: High abundances of methane (CH<SUB>4</SUB>) and water (H<SUB>2</SUB>O) in the atmosphere of Earth-like planets around mid to late M dwarfs increase the detectability of the corresponding spectral features compared to early M-dwarf planets. Increased temperatures in the middle atmosphere of mid- to late-type M-dwarf planets expand the atmosphere and further increase the detectability of absorption bands. To detect CH<SUB>4</SUB>, H<SUB>2</SUB>O, and carbon dioxide (CO<SUB>2</SUB>) in the atmosphere of an Earth-like planet around a mid to late M dwarf observing only one transit with JWST could be enough up to a distance of 4 pc and less than ten transits up to a distance of 10 pc. As a consequence of saturation limits of JWST and less pronounced absorption bands, the detection of spectral features of hypothetical Earth-like planets around most early M dwarfs would require more than ten transits. We identify 276 existing M dwarfs (including GJ 1132, TRAPPIST-1, GJ 1214, and LHS 1140) around which atmospheric absorption features of hypothetical Earth-like planets could be detected by co-adding just a few transits. <BR /> Conclusions: The TESS satellite will likely find new transiting terrestrial planets within 15 pc from the Earth. We show that using transmission spectroscopy, JWST could provide enough precision to be able to partly characterise the atmosphere of TESS findings with an Earth-like composition around mid to late M dwarfs. <P />The data from top Fig. 6 are only available at the CDS via anonymous ftp to <A href="http://cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr">http://cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr</A> (ftp://130.79.128.5) or via <A href="http://cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr/viz-bin/qcat?J/A+A/624/A49">http://cdsarc.u-strasbg.fr/viz-bin/qcat?J/A+A/624/A49</A> | 9 |
the present invention relates to magnetic beads suitable for , for example , isolation of proteins , cells , and viruses and also for diagnostic applications and cell cultivation . the magnetic beads are composite beads with an inner core of metal particles , which are coated with an inert synthetic polymer and these are then enclosed in a hydrophilic porous polymer , preferably agarose . this provides porous biocompatible beads without metal leakage . the beads may be used for cell cultivation or for chromatography . when the beads are used for chromatography the agarose layer is preferably provided with ligands having affinity for selected biomolecules . | 8 |
a compressor that reduces pressure pulsation includes a mounting member for attaching the compressor to a vehicle support . the mounting member is integrally formed with an end wall of a rear housing member . a suction chamber and a discharge chamber are defined in the rear housing member . the discharge chamber is located outside the suction chamber and surrounds the suction chamber . an auxiliary chamber is formed in the mounting member . the auxiliary chamber is centrally located . the auxiliary chamber increases the volume of the suction chamber , which reduces pulsation . since the auxiliary chamber is formed in the mounting member , neither the weight or the volume of parts that might interfere with other devices is increased . | 5 |
We develop a new analysis approach towards identifying related radio components and their corresponding infrared host galaxy based on unsupervised machine learning methods. By exploiting Parallelized rotation and flipping INvariant Kohonen maps (PINK), a self-organizing map (SOM) algorithm, we are able to associate radio and infrared sources without the a priori requirement of training labels. We present an example of this method using 894 415 images from the Faint Images of the Radio-Sky at Twenty centimeters (FIRST) and Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) surveys centred towards positions described by the FIRST catalogue. We produce a set of catalogues that complement FIRST and describe 802 646 objects, including their radio components and their corresponding AllWISE infrared host galaxy. Using these data products, we (i) demonstrate the ability to identify objects with rare and unique radio morphologies (e.g. 'X'-shaped galaxies, hybrid FR I/FR II morphologies), (ii) can identify the potentially resolved radio components that are associated with a single infrared host, (iii) introduce a 'curliness' statistic to search for bent and disturbed radio morphologies, and (iv) extract a set of 17 giant radio galaxies between 700 and 1100 kpc. As we require no training labels, our method can be applied to any radio-continuum survey, provided a sufficiently representative SOM can be trained. | 9 |
1) Through phenotypic plasticity, individual genotypes can produce multiple phenotypes dependent on the environment. In the modern world, anthropogenic influences such as man-made pharmaceuticals are increasingly prevalent. They might alter observable patterns of plasticity and distort our conclusions regarding the adaptive potential of natural populations. 2) Antibiotics are nowadays nearly ubiquitous in aquatic environments and prophylactic antibiotic use is also becoming more common to optimize animal survival and reproductive output in artificial settings. In the well-studied plasticity model system Physella acuta, prophylactic erythromycin treatment acts against gram-positive bacteria and thereby reduces mortality. 3) Here, we study its consequences for inducible defence formation in the same species. In a 2×2 split-clutch design, we reared 635 P. acuta in either the presence or absence of this antibiotic, followed by 28-day exposure to either high or low predation risk as perceived through conspecific alarm cues. 4) Under antibiotic treatment, risk-induced increases in shell thickness, a well-known plastic response in this model system, were larger and consistently detectable. Antibiotic treatment reduced shell thickness in low-risk individuals, suggesting that in controls, undiscovered pathogen infection increased shell thickness under low risk. Family variation in risk-induced plasticity was low, but the large variation in responses to antibiotics among families suggests different pathogen susceptibility between genotypes. Lastly, individuals that developed thicker shells had reduced total mass, which highlights resource trade-offs. 5) Antibiotics thus have the potential to uncover a larger extent of plasticity, but might counterintuitively distort plasticity estimates for natural populations where pathogens are a part of natural ecology. | 9 |
dyed poly fibers having a lightfastness of 4 or higher after approximaely 480 kj incident uv radiation , and processes for preparing the fibers , are provided . the fibers are useful in automotive applications and other uses wherein uv absorption is likely . | 3 |
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