Abstract: The unique system of the present invention provides an accurate valid measurement of human body composition consisting of fat tissue, lean tissue and body water. The inventive methodology provides a procedure for quantitative measurement of the conductive potential of the body, which is based on the lean tissue content of the body, in a convenient and reliable manner. In more detail, the quantitative measurement in accordance with the present invention is referred to as a "bio-impedance signal." This electrical signal, in ohms, is derived from a means for measuring body impedance component of the system. The resultant signal (three digit number, between 1 and 1000 ohms) is then entered into a modifying means component to accurately predict the body composition of the tested individual. The unique modifying component, in one embodied form, comprises prediction formulas derived from biological data inputs including: a patient's height, weight, age, and sex to determine a "population prediction variable.

Abstract: According to the invention a multimode traveling bag is provided which can be carried as a hand carrying bag, a back pack, shoulder bag or over the head bag. The invention provides these multimode operations while limiting the number of handles and straps. Preferably a single handle and strap are provided which are neatly positioned along the body of the bag when not in use. The traveling bag desirably has a single strap affixed at each end of the strap to the left and right side of the traveling bag. The strap should be of sufficient length so that the attached strap can be placed over the head of the user when the user desires to carry the bag over his head and support the bag by the opposite shoulder.

Abstract: According to the invention an apparatus for uniformly distributing a powdered or granular food material for application to a solid food product is provided. A dry ingredient distributor is provided which includes an auger surrounded by a distribution tube having a plurality of openings. Mounted to the distribution tube and vertically spaced therefrom at a preselected distance, is an electrostatic field generation means for generation of a substantially uniform electrostatic field horizontally along substantially the entire length of the distribution tube to generate an electrostatic field in the path of the food material exiting the outlets of the distribution tube.

Abstract: A concrete panel is provided having a threaded cylindrical concrete insert imbedded therein for receipt of a bolt. Preferably, the concrete inserts are imbedded in each corner of the panel. The inserts have an opening on at least one end thereof for receipt of a securing bolt after they have been imbedded in the concrete panel. Each insert has a passageway which allows a reinforcing bar to pass through the cylindrical insert. The concrete inserts can extend the entire thickness of the panel and the cylindrical bore opens on both sides of the panel. As a result the panel can be secured from either side during construction of a building. The panel can then be made with one style or configuration on one side and a different style on the other side. Thus, two different style buildings can be constructed from the panels.

Abstract: A protein conjugate or mixture useful in immunotherapy composed of a biological response modifier (BRM) and an allergen is disclosed. In use the protein conjugate or mixture is combined with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Cytokines, bacterial, fungal and viral immunopotentiators and thymus hormones are disclosed as suitable BRM's for use in the invention.

Abstract: A closed pressurized spray container is provided. The container includes a nozzle assembly interconnected with the delivery passageway or conduit from the self contained closed pressurized container. The nozzle assembly has a first and second passageway, preferably conduits which are connected to a mechanical break up chamber which is connected to the delivery passageway or conduit of the pressurized container. The first and second passageways split and splits the fluid preferably a pan coating exiting from the mechanical break up chamber into two streams. Each conduit has a fluid outlet to the atmosphere. The first and second conduits in combination with said fluid outlets define a discharge axis. The first fluid conduit discharge axis intersects the second fluid discharge axis at an impingement angle .beta. of from 10.degree. to 170.degree. so that the pan coating exiting each outlet intersects at a point exterior to the nozzle.

Abstract: A pre-fabricated cement or concrete panel and an improved system for building construction using such panels is provided. The concrete panel has a threaded tubular connector (concrete insert) imbedded therein for receipt of a bolt. The tubular connector has a head portion, a spaced flange portion and a tubular bolt receiving body portion for receipt of the securing bolt. The flange is securely attached to the tubular bolt receiving body by any convenient method such as welding or crimping. Reinforcement bars are imbedded in the panels on each side adjacent to the periphery of the panel. The flange is placed at a predetermined position between the head and the open end of the bolt receiving body. The predetermined distance between the flange and the head is dependent on the diameter of the reinforcement bars.

Abstract: A low pH egg wash substitute is prepared by blending maltodextrin having a DE of from 1 to 20% with a plasticizer, a secondary film former, 70 to 90% water and preferably a sufficient amount of a microbial inhibitor to effectively retard microbe growth. The composition is rendered essentially chloride ion free by circulating the concentrate through an anionic or mixed ion exchange resin bed. The substantially chloride ion free concentrate is then heat pasteurized and preferably purged with an inert gas. The concentrate is then added to a typical metal aerosol container (e.g., tin coated steel or aluminum) which is then charged with an appropriate propellant. The resulting aerosol packaged glaze forming composition has a low pH which retards microbial growth while at the same time is only mildy corrosive to its container.

Abstract: A reverse osmosis purification system is operated on a ratio of approximately 1 to 1 to 2 to 1 waste water to product water. The system uses the cold water outlet and a cold water path which extends through the RO membrane to remove non-migrating particles trapped on the outside of the reverse osmosis membrane to remove salts from the membrane and allow to prolong the life of the membrane despite low brine to pure water ratio.

Abstract: A nozzle assembly is interconnected with the delivery passageway or conduit from a hand pump sprayer. The nozzle assembly has a first and second passageway, preferably conduits which are connected to the delivery passageway or conduit and splits the fluid preferably pan coating exiting from the delivery passageway or conduit into two streams. The cross sectional flow area of the first and second conduit is smaller than the cross sectional flow area of the delivery conduit so that the velocity of the pan coating increases upon entry into the first and second conduits located in the nozzle assembly. Each conduit has a fluid outlet to the atmosphere. The first and second conduits in combination with said fluid outlets define a discharge axis. The first fluid conduit discharge axis intersects the second fluid discharge axis at an impingement angle .beta. of from 10.degree. to 170.degree. preferably from 60.degree. to 140.degree.

Abstract: A deodorizing terpene preferably a citrus oil distillate containing substantial amounts of d-Limonene is emulsified with polyethylene glycol nonylphenyl ether to form an oil phase. The resulting oil phase is added to a water phase having a pH of from 8.5 to 10 to form a water-in-oil emulsion having a viscosity under 500 cps preferably about 100 cps. The resulting emulsion is then used as the deodorizing concentrate for filling the aerosol cans. A propellant, preferably an alkane propellant is then added to the cans in an amount of 25-40% of the concentrate. The product is then held for 12 to 24 hours at room temperature during which time it forms a non-flammable, stable oil-in-water, emulsion which can be used as a highly effective aerosol space or room deodorant.

Abstract: An immunotherapy agent for the treatment of allergy composed of an allergen encapsulated in or covalently bound to a liposome is disclosed. Use of the agent in immunotherapy results in enhanced IgG production and reduced IgE production.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved semi-automatic pistol magainze. In one embodied form, the unique pistol magazine member comprises an apparatus on which one end is compatible with a conventional piston magazine receptacle and the other is contoured to wrap snugly around the back of the holder's hand. The inventive magazine thereby provides the holder with the advantages of both greater bullet storage capacity and also greater compactness of bullet storage space. Moreover, the magazine chamber hugs the hand within the inner periphery of its contour thus providing the holder with added support and stability of grip. Also, in its presently preferred form, the magazine has the advantage of a relatively centrally disposed center of gravity which is conducive to greater balance and therefore better aim.