Abstract: Thermo-cycling for biological material is provided by a channel such as a capillary tube extending through a series of temperature control elements. Each temperature control element maintains the adjacent portion of the channel at a desired temperature. Fluid to be processed is introduced into the tube through the inlet and flows, preferably through capillary action, to the outlet. The temperature of the fluid changes as it passes each temperature control element and is thus thermo-cycled through a predetermined sequence of temperatures.

Abstract: Solid spheres of substantially uniform size and shape and coated with a lower temperature melting material are formed for use in interconnect arrays, solder pastes, Z-axis conduction adhesives, etc. Drops of two materials are merged in flight forming a coating of the lower melting temperature material on the drop of higher melting temperature material.

Abstract: A control system used to monitor an AC power source connected to AC powered user equipment. The control system is designed to monitor the output voltages of the AC power source to ensure that they are maintained within a predetermined operating window consisting of a high voltage limit and a low voltage limit. If the voltages stray outside the operating window the control system activates a normally closed DC relay to disconnect the AC power source from the AC powered user equipment. The disconnection is immediate for voltages that stray above the high voltage limit and only occurs after a short delay for voltages below the low voltage limit. The control system also monitors the AC power source connection to the AC powered user equipment to ensure that no polarization errors exist in the connection.

Abstract: A system of color-coded vial caps, with tactile raised symbols on top, to help diabetic patients, even visually impaired patients, or their care providers distinguish between insulin types. The system is comprised of six different vial caps, all the same size, with the tops of the caps having distinctive tactile markings designed to correspond to the six types of insulin currently on the market. In addition, the six types of caps each have a distinct color. The IDD patient or their care giver can attach the color-coded, tactile marked cap to the corresponding insulin vial making the insulin vial more distinguishable from another vial containing a different type of insulin.

Abstract: Biological material is cycled through a sequence of temperatures by containing the material in a vessel positioned in a chamber maintained at a temperature which is no higher than the lowest temperature in a predetermined temperature sequence. The vessel is then irradiated with varying levels of electromagnetic radiation to heat the material and cycle it through a sequence of predetermined temperatures.

Abstract: A U.V. curable composition for application to a substrate surface to provide a static dissipative coating which comprises a conductive matrix constituent having a crown type ligand selected from the group consisting of podands, coronands and cryptands in a guest/host relationship with a conductive dopant moiety. Such ligands included those provided by functionalized podands and functionalized coronands. The formulation further includes a polymer matrix constituent formed of a base oligomer system and a crosslinking agent which is reactive with the base oligomer system to form a crosslinked resin matrix which incorporates the conductive matrix constituent. A low viscosity diluent functions as a solvating liquid for the crosslinking agent and the base oligomer system. The formulation further includes a photoinitiator of the free radical or cationic type to initiate polymerization of the composition upon the application of electromagnetic radiation in the ultraviolet range.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method of purifying afullerenes by recrystallization of a fullerene-complexing agent complex and to a fullerene-complexing agent complex.

Abstract: A method for incorporating concurrrent delivery of a bactericidal agent into water intended for supply to a dental unit. A reservoir adapted to contain a liquid bactericidal agent is connected to a variable rate pump having an inlet line extending from the reservoir to the inlet of the pump. An outlet line extends from the pump outlet and provides a bactericide supply line. A water supply line is adapted to be connected to a source of water under pressure which provides a flow path through the system to a suitable outlet adapted to be connected to a dental unit. A mixing junction interconnects the water supply line and the bactericide supply line so that bactericide can be mixed into the water supply line. A flow sensing unit is responsive to fluid flow in the water supply line and generates an output parameter representative of this flow rate. A flow control system responds to this measured parameter to vary the pumping rate of the pump.

Abstract: A method for direct printing of micro-optical components (82) onto optical substrates (84) or active devices to create optical circuit elements as well as micro-optical components and systems, such as plano-convex circular, cylindrical or square lenslets, anamorphic lenslets, waveguides, couplers, mixers and switches and monolithic lenses deposited directly onto optical components such as diode lasers and optical fibers. The method provides a means for precisely depositing a wide range of materials in a wide variety of shapes for fabricating a full range of passive and active micro-optic devices.

Abstract: A composition and method for the removal of ionic salt deposits from a surface using an organic solvent of low polarity and a complexing agent. The complexing agent is chosen from a group which includes podands, cryptands, and coronands. The method provides nearly complete removal of ionic salt deposits with a single washing of the surface with the low polar cleaning mixture.

Abstract: A bracket apparatus for mounting a cantilevered banner assembly to an upstanding pole. The cantilevered banner assembly has a cantilever strut and the pole has at least one generally planar surface. The bracket apparatus includes a generally C-shaped bracket having apertures for receiving the cantilever strut, at least one fastening strap passing through an aperture in the C-shaped bracket and encircling the pole, and a mounting bracket that is sandwiched between the pole and the C-shaped bracket. The mounting bracket has a first surface engaged with the planar surface of the pole and a second surface that secures the C-shaped bracket to the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A flag/banner display system comprising a generally horizontal, cantilever mounting of a first base strut from which is mounted a pivotal strut array adapted for supporting a flag/banner therefrom. The pivotal strut array is formed in angulated fashion that pivotally moves about the end of the cantilevered base strut to thereby permit economical and aesthetically pleasing flag/banner/signage mountings capable of moving in response to wind loading and facilitating the use of interchangeable flag/banners thereon.

Abstract: A lift platform sustained through a double system of support scissors in its lower part, which offers the mechanical upward and downward motion in a vertical plane and on a base frame, which in its turn is activated by a hydraulic mechanism. The lift platform is characterized because it also includes a hydraulic unit which operates electronically to automatically control the desired position in its upward or downward motion originated by the movement of the mobile arms of the scissors on a track in the horizontal plane.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing ink jet printheads and the product printheads derived therefrom. The method involves the electrodeposition passivation of ink channels in ink jet printheads.

Abstract: The apparatus includes a base engaged with a support arm, which support arm is adapted to receive a tubing clip. The tubing clip includes a slot that is adapted to receive intravenous tubing or a central venous catheter and to retain the tubing in a secure manner so as to support in a stationary manner an injection cap associated with the tubing or catheter.

Abstract: A wax pattern for use in connection with investment casting of a metal wood golf club head, in which the golf club head is a positive duplicate of the wax pattern. The wax pattern includes a body having a hollow interior accessible through an orifice and a weld rim surrounding the orifice with gate forming means that include at least one gate disposed on the weld rim.

Abstract: Tooling for injection molding a wax pattern in connection with investment casting of a metal wood golf club head, in which the golf club head is a positive duplicate of the wax pattern and has a body having an exterior, a hollow interior accessible through an orifice, a weld rim surrounding the orifice, and at least one gate disposed on the weld rim. The tooling includes collapsible core means having a shape complementary to the interior of the golf club head and the wax pattern. The collapsible core means may be disassembled and removed from a wax pattern formed around the core means. The tooling also includes a tooling body that defines a sealable wax pattern cavity that is complementary to the exterior of the golf club head and includes passage means to allow injection of molten wax into the cavity.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for reducing the costs associated with the operation of an air conditioning system is disclosed wherein the highest power usage load is shifted from the hottest part of the day to the night time hours when rates are typically lower. The apparatus includes an ice tank containing individually controlled ice building coils and an improved header that produces a water circulation pattern that enhances system efficiency.