Abstract: A fuel cell/battery uses amine-based liquid complexes as a direct oxidation fuel in an alkaline fuel cell/battery. Oxidant solutions are used on the cathode side to improve power density.

Abstract: A filter for filtering electromagnetic radiation has two polarization selection elements and a birefringent element assembly disposed intermediate polarization selection elements. The birefringent element assembly is configured so as to optimize contributions of a fundamental and at least one odd harmonic of a transmission vs. wavelength curve in a manner which enhances transmission vs. wavelength curve stopband depth and passband flatness, so as to enhance performance and mitigate cross-talk.

Abstract: A dispersion mitigating interleaver assembly has a first unbalanced Mach-Zehnder interferometer (MZI) assembly which includes first and second output ports and which has first transmission vs. wavelength curve and a first dispersion vs. wavelength curve. The dispersion mitigating interleaver assembly also includes a second unbalanced MZI assembly which has a second transmission vs. wavelength curve and a second dispersion vs. wavelength curve. The second unbalanced MZI assembly receives an output from one of the first and second output ports of the first unbalanced MZI assembly. The second transmission vs. wavelength curve is substantially the same as the first transmission vs. wavelength curve and the second dispersion vs. wavelength curve is substantially opposite with respect to the first dispersion vs. wavelength curve, such that dispersion is substantially cancelled by the cooperation of the first and second unbalanced MZI assemblies.

Abstract: A low dispersion comb filter or interleaver comprises a first birefringent element assembly having at least one birefringent element and a second birefringent element assembly having at least one other birefringent element. The first birefringent element assembly and the second birefringent element assembly are configured so as to cooperate with one another in a manner which mitigates dispersion of the interleaver. By aligning the polarization directions of the odd channels and the even channels so as to be parallel with respect to one another prior to entering the second birefringent element assembly, zero or nearly zero dispersion is obtained simultaneously for both the odd and even channels.

Abstract: An induction heating and control system and method have enhanced reliability and advanced performance features for use with induction cooking devices, such as induction heating ranges. Enhanced performance is facilitated via the use of an induction heating system which integrates voltage management, power management, thermal management, digital control sensing and regulation systems, and protection systems management.

Abstract: A low dispersion comb filter or interleaver comprises a first birefringent element assembly having at least one birefringent element and a second birefringent element assembly having at least one other birefringent element. The first birefringent element assembly and the second birefringent element assembly are configured so as to cooperate with one another in a manner which mitigates dispersion of the interleaver. By aligning the polarization directions of the odd channels and the even channels so as to be parallel with respect to one another prior to entering the second birefringent element assembly, zero or nearly zero dispersion is obtained simultaneously for both the odd and even channels.

Abstract: An interleaver has a birefringent element assembly and a reflector configured so as to direct light from the birefringent element assembly back into and through birefringent element assembly. The birefringent element assembly has at least one birefringent element. Directing light from the birefringent element assembly back through the birefringent element assembly enhances transmission characteristics and/or mitigates dispersion.

Abstract: A Paperboard Edge Buffer And Cleaner for buffing the edges of cut paperboard and then cleaning the paperboard's surfaces and edges.The Paperboard Edge Buffer And Cleaner is comprised of an upper buffing roller 28 which buffs the leading and upper surface of the paperboard and a lower buffer roller 29 which buffs the trailing edge and lower surface of the paperboard. An upper paperboard vacuum duct 34 and a lower paperboard vacuum duct 35 cooperate with an upper pressure duct 36 and a lower pressure duct 37 to clean the paperboard.An ion generator 73 and 74 may be mounted within each pressure duct 36 and 37 to reduce the electrostatic forces which cause particles to cling to the surface of the paperboard.A source of ultrasonic energy 75 and 76 may be likewise mounted within each pressure duct 36 and 37 to help loosen particles clinging to the surface of the paperboard.

Abstract: Improved Structural Panels for use in the construction industry capable of withstanding greater compressive and shear forces than those presently available. This increased capacity to withstand vertical loading allows the Structural Panels to be used in multi-story buildings.The Structural Panel is comprised of facings 1 and 2, a honeycomb core 3, two vertical support 4 and 5, and a horizontal support 6. Glue is used to hold the assembly together and to provide for the even distribution of compressive forces. Nails, screws, or glue are used during construction to secure the panels to each other and to the framework of the building structure.