Abstract: A thermal conditioning system for conditioning a seat surface of a vehicle or other surface. The system includes a thermoelectric Peltier device with a main side and a waste side. A flap adjusts a proportion of an airflow between a main side airflow path and a waste side airflow path based on whether the surface is occupied, the power provided the thermoelectric Peltier device, the flow rates along the airflow paths, the power provided to a blower, and/or other factors.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for preventing and treating SARS-CoV-2 infections, COVID-19, or symptoms thereof. The methods of the invention feature the administration of one or more antigen-binding molecules (e.g., antibodies) that bind a surface protein of SARS-CoV-2 (e.g., spike protein).

Abstract: A system for thermally conditioning and moving a fluid includes a thermoelectric device to convert electrical energy into thermal energy and produce a temperature change in response to an electrical current being applied thereto. The thermoelectric device can include a main-side and a waste side. A fluid moving device can produce a fluid flow that is in thermal communication with the thermoelectric device so that the thermal energy generated by the thermoelectric device is transferred to or from the fluid flow. A flow control valve selectively can direct the fluid flow along a main-side fluid flow path and/or a waste side fluid flow path.

Abstract: A method of preserving and preparing a novelty drink is disclosed, comprising a container of non-alcoholic, flavored syrup preservative and an edible scorpion for consumption. Several ounces of a preservative syrup are placed in the bottom of a container that houses a prepared scorpion carcass prior to shipment or storage. The syrup preserves the scorpion by preventing decomposition, and then acts as a mixer for an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage to provide a novelty drink in which the scorpion is suspended within the drink. The syrup doubles as a food preservative and tasteful drink mixer. The scorpion is cooked, cleaned and devenomized prior to being mixed into the preservative syrup and presented to a consumer.

Abstract: A method of preserving and preparing a novelty drink is disclosed, comprising a container of non-alcoholic, flavored syrup preservative and an edible scorpion for consumption. Several ounces of a preservative syrup are placed in the bottom of a container that houses a prepared scorpion carcass prior to shipment or storage. The syrup preserves the scorpion by preventing decomposition, and then acts as a mixer for an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage to provide a novelty drink in which the scorpion is suspended within the drink. The syrup doubles as a food preservative and tasteful drink mixer. The scorpion is cooked, cleaned and devenomized prior to being mixed into the preservative syrup and presented to a consumer.

Abstract: A separation process for separating two or more immiscible liquids using fiber-film technology is disclosed. This separation process is especially useful in the separation of disulfide oil formed during the oxidation of spent caustic solution that was used to remove sulfur contaminates from light hydrocarbons.

Abstract: An air intake hydrocarbon vapor trap system for an internal combustion engine comprising a hydrocarbon-adsorptive medium, such as activated carbon, disposed in a gravitationally low point in the intake air flow passageway between the entrance to the system and the engine. The intake duct itself is configured to provide the low region for disposition of the medium. The medium is thereby fully exposed to the flow of gases through the duct and is not confined to a separate walled pit as in the prior art. The medium, for example, activated carbon, may be provided in any of several forms, such as in a pelletized bed, a rigid formed structure, or as a “sheet” or “paper.” Preferably, the medium is disposed in the engine compartment to optimally transfer heat away from it during engine shut-down.

Abstract: A very small fixed current is passed through the coil of a solenoid during use thereof when the solenoid is in its “off” state of cyclic PWM command, the fixed current being less than the current required to actuate the solenoid to the “on” position. While the current is flowing through the coil, the voltage across the coil is measured. The resistance of the coil is calculated according to Ohm's Law. When the actual resistance is known, the duty cycle imposed on the solenoid may be altered to compensate for the resistance deviation from nominal. This allows, for example, fuel injectors for internal combustion engines to deliver the correct amount of fuel under all operating conditions.

Abstract: Radiotelephone flip covers hinged to a radiotelephone housing include a secondary keypad configured to overlie a primary keypad of a radiotelephone. A flip cover is movable between a closed position wherein at least a portion of a primary keypad is covered, and an open position wherein a primary keypad is uncovered. When a flip cover is in a closed position and when a secondary keypad key is depressed by a user, the depressed key in-turn depresses a respective primary keypad key to perform a radiotelephone function.