Abstract: A fluid level gauge assembly for measuring a level of a fluid in a fluid container is provided. The fluid level gauge assembly includes a first coaxial cable section having a first end and a second end, the first coaxial cable section including a first center conductor, a first outer conductor and a solid dielectric between the first center and outer conductor; a second coaxial cable section having a first end and a second end, the second coaxial cable section including a second center conductor, a second outer conductor and an air dielectric between the second center and outer conductor; and a coupling between the second end of the first coaxial cable section and the first end of the second coaxial cable section. The second coaxial cable section being disposed in a fluid for determining a level of the fluid.

Abstract: A fluid level gauge assembly for measuring a level of a fluid in a fluid container is provided. The fluid level gauge assembly includes a first coaxial cable section having a first end and a second end, the first coaxial cable section including a first center conductor, a first outer conductor and a solid dielectric between the first center and outer conductor; a second coaxial cable section having a first end and a second end, the second coaxial cable section including a second center conductor, a second outer conductor and an air dielectric between the second center and outer conductor; and a coupling between the second end of the first coaxial cable section and the first end of the second coaxial cable section. The second coaxial cable section being disposed in a fluid for determining a level of the fluid.

Abstract: Oral compositions for treating and/or preventing gingivitis are provided. The compositions include at least one NSAID, thymol, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptol. The NSAID, thymol, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptol are present in the composition in synergistically effective amounts. The compositions can be provided in the form of, e.g., mouthwashes or toothpastes, and are not only effective against gingivitis, but can also prevent or treat halitosis and other detrimental conditions of the oral cavity.

Abstract: A coaxial connector assembly is provided with first and second coaxial connectors. A tubular adaptor is threaded engaged with external threads on the first connector, and includes a locking groove in an outer circumferential surface. A lock body surrounds the second connector, and includes a mating end with a plurality of resiliently deflectable fingers. Each finger includes an inwardly projecting lock bead that engages the lock groove on the adaptor when the connectors are mated. The lock body further includes an annular lock groove in an outer surface. A locking ring surrounds the lock body and includes a forward end which surrounds the resilient fingers of the lock body. The locking ring further includes rearwardly extending fingers that releaseably engage the lock groove in the lock body. The locking ring can be moved between forward and rearward positions.

Abstract: Disclosed are catalysts situated on a polyoxometallate supported. Also disclosed are methods of preparing these catalysts and processes for the conversion of alkanes to unsaturated organic compounds using these catalysts.

Abstract: Oral compositions for treating and/or preventing gingivitis are provided. The compositions include at least one NSAID, thymol, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptol. The NSAID, thymol, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptol are present in the composition in synergistically effective amounts. The compositions can be provided in the form of, e.g., mouthwashes or toothpastes, and are not only effective against gingivitis, but can also prevent or treat halitosis and other detrimental conditions of the oral cavity.

Abstract: Disclosed are catalysts situated on a polyoxometallate support. Also disclosed are methods of preparing these catalysts and processes for the conversion of alkanes to unsaturated organic compounds using these catalysts.

Abstract: Oral compositions for treating and/or preventing gingivitis are provided. The compositions include at least one NSAID, thymol, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptol. The NSAID, thymol, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptol are present in the composition in synergistically effective amounts. The compositions can be provided in the form of, e.g., mouthwashes or toothpastes, and are not only effective against gingivitis, but can also prevent or treat halitosis and other detrimental conditions of the oral cavity.

Abstract: A coaxial connector assembly is provided with first and second coaxial connectors. A tubular adaptor is threaded engaged with external threads on the first connector, and includes a locking groove in an outer circumferential surface. A lock body surrounds the second connector, and includes a mating end with a plurality of resiliently deflectable fingers. Each finger includes an inwardly projecting lock bead that engages the lock groove on the adaptor when the connectors are mated. The lock body further includes an annular lock groove in an outer surface. A locking ring surrounds the lock body and includes a forward end which surrounds the resilient fingers of the lock body. The locking ring further includes rearwardly extending fingers that releaseably engage the lock groove in the lock body. The locking ring can be moved between forward and rearward positions.

Abstract: An antimicrobial composition containing an alcohol having 3 to 6 carbon atoms which effectively increases antimicrobial activity and particularly a mouthwash composition that is useful in the prevention and reduction of bad breath, plaque and related gum diseases having an antimicrobially effective amount of one or more active essential oils; from about 0.01% to about 30.0% v/v of an alcohol having 3 to 6 carbon atoms; optionally, ethanol; at least one surfactant; and water. The actives not only provide enhanced efficacy but are completely solubilized, thus providing an aesthetically appealing product.

Abstract: A pleasant-tasting, substantially alcohol-free oral mouthwash composition is effective in eliminating the bacteria and other oral microflora responsible for the production of plaque, periodontitis, gingivitis, gum disease and bad breath. The composition consists of a unique blend of the essential oils thymol or eucalyptol, methyl salicylate, menthol and tripartite blend of peppermint flavor oils that are dissolved in solution using a non-ionic surfactant blend.

Abstract: Antacid pharmaceutical compositions provide optimal buffering profiles of from 3.0 to 5.0 for immediate and long lasting relief from the symptoms of acid indigestion, sour stomach, heartburn and gas. The composition may comprise a dual or tripartite combination of the actives calcium carbonate, calcium or magnesium citrate and/or calcium phosphate which, as a result of their different activities, neutralize the excess stomach acid both immediately and continuously over time. The formulations also provide the individual with alternative dosage forms which may provide greater levels of calcium, less sodium and less production of gastrointestinal gas.

Abstract: Reduced alcohol antiseptic mouthwash compositions are achieved which have the same oral antimicrobial efficacy, clarity and taste as higher alcohol level compositions. Availability of the active ingredients is best maintained by increasing the levels of surfactant employed in the composition together with the addition of two co-solvents, propylene glycol and glycerin. Propylene glycol with artificial sweetener(s), or propylene glycol alone with corresponding increases in the levels of surfactant are only marginally acceptable.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of treating tanned leather stock to improve its color expression characteristics. The method provides for utilizing a two-stage amphoteric polymers, which improve the color expression characteristic of the tanned leather stock while still retaining desired grain break and tensile strength. The tanned leather stock is contacted, preferably by immersion, in a float containing particles of an amphoteric polymer dispersed therein and a desired colorant. The amphoteric polymer particles comprise a first stage copolymer polymerized from at least one monomer containing an anionic functionality, such as, an acid functionality, with at least one first stage comonomer and a second stage copolymer polymerized from at least one monomer containing the cationic functionality, such as, an amine functionality, with at least one second stage comonomer.