Abstract: The present invention is directed toward the use of the drug Troglitazone and related thiazolidinedione compounds in the treatment of the climacteric and cancer. This use is based on the novel discovery that Troglitazone inhibits steroidogenesis in granulosa cell cultures. This activity is believed to result from the ability of thiazolidinedione derivatives to act as a ligand for the orphan steroid receptor peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR&ggr;). Troglitazone and related compounds can therefore be used to prevent excessive uterine bleeding during. Further enhanced translocation of this orphan nuclear receptor into the nucleus of cells will block transcription in rapidly proliferating cancer cells that express PPAR&ggr; resulting in loss of cell viability.

Abstract: This invention relates to dry, water soluble, agriculturally acceptable herbicidal compositions, to a herbicidal method of use thereof and and to a process for preparing such compositions. This invention also relates to dry, water soluble and/or water dispersible, agriculturally acceptable herbicidal compositions containing two or more herbicides, a herbicidal method of use thereof and to a process for preparing such compositions.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a detailed characterization of the sequences and factors controlling expression of a human gene expressed specifically in keratinocytes. Using 5′ upstream sequence of the human K14 keratin gene coupled to one of two reporter genes, sequences necessary and sufficient for expression of K14 have been examined in both cultured human keratinocytes and in mitotically active basal keratinocytes of transgenic mouse epidermis. The existence of distal and proximal elements located 5′ from the transcription initiation site of the hK14 gene is demonstrated, which when combined with a TATA box element, appear to act in concert to drive keratinocyte-specific expression. The proximal element was also examined.

Abstract: Composite ghost cancellation reference (GCR) signals that make available both a chirp and a PN sequence during the same vertical-blanking-interval (VBI) scan line in each successive field facilitate more rapid and efficient calculations of ghost cancellation and of equalization, on a continuing basis. A television receiver for use with such composite GCR signals includes circuitry for separating the chirp and PN sequence portions of the GCR signals from the remainder of the composite video signal, a ghost cancellation filter and an equalization filter connected in cascade to respond to the composite video signal and provided each with adjustable filtering weights, and a computer. Random-access memory addressed during writing snatches the vertical-blanking-interval scan lines selected to include GCR signals. Sets of four successive ones of the selected scan lines are then additively and subtractively combined to separate the chirp portions of the GCR signals from a remainder of the composite video signal.

Abstract: The present disclosure involves a toy vehicle and method of construction therefor involving the use of plastic bottles. Toy vehicles constructed according to the present invention are advantageous in that they educate children as to the importance of recycling at the same time they are being entertained by constructing and/or playing with the toy vehicles. Toy vehicles according to the present invention are constructed by coupling any of a plurality of simulated vehicular elements to a plastic bottle to produce any of a variety of simulated vehicles, including but not limited automobiles, motorcycles, sailboats, space ships, trains, etc.

Abstract: Compositions of exogenous chemicals, particularly phloem-mobile exogenous chemicals, are provided for treatment of plants, wherein the composition comprises the exogenous chemical and an enhancing agent consisting of an anthraquinone or substituted anthraquinone. Specific compositions contain herbicides, particularly N-phosphonomethylglycine and herbicidal derivatives thereof, i.e., glyphosate. The compositions exhibit enhanced effectiveness compared to compositions in which the enhancing agent is not present. Also provided are processes for applying an exogenous chemical with an anthraquinone or substituted anthraquinone enhancing agent to achieve enhanced biological effectiveness.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided an inbred corn plant designated RQAB7. This invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the inbred corn plant RQAB7, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing the inbred plant RQAB7 with itself or with another corn plant, such as another inbred. This invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred plant RQAB7 with another corn plant, such as another inbred, and to crosses with related species. This invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of the inbred corn plant RQAB7, and also to the RFLP and genetic isozyme typing profiles of inbred corn plant RQAB7.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided an inbred corn plant designated 29MIF12. This invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the inbred corn plant 29MIF12, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing the inbred plant 29MIF12 with itself or with another corn plant, such as another inbred. This invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred plant 29MIF12 with another corn plant, such as another inbred, and to crosses with related species. This invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of the inbred corn plant 29MIF12, and also to the RFLP and genetic isozyme typing profiles of inbred corn plant 29MIF12.

Abstract: A data processing apparatus having a liquid heat-dissipating system includes a central processing unit (CPU), a housing to receive the CPU, and a heat conductive member. The housing has a top wall and a top opening in the wall immediately above the CPU. The heat conductive member is mounted on the wall to cover the opening and to transfer heat produced by the CPU from an inside of the housing to an outside of the housing, and has a receiving cavity adapted for receiving a cooling liquid.

Abstract: A foil container formed from a single sheet of metal about orthogonal longitudinal and transverse axes, comprises a bottom panel, a continuous wall panel, and a continuous rim. The continuous wall panel encompasses the bottom panel and extends upwardly and outwardly from the bottom panel. The continuous rim encompasses an upper edge of the continuous wall panel and projects laterally outwardly therefrom. The bottom panel is constructed and arranged bend strength and aesthetic appeal of the container. In one embodiment, the bottom panel forms a network of clusters including hexagonal ribs, hexagonal embossments, and bar ribs. In another embodiment, the bottom panel forms a plurality of closely spaced, concentric elliptical ribs that occupy a substantial portion of the bottom panel.

Abstract: A laser diode array assembly includes a laser diode array and a memory device integrally packaged with the array. The memory device includes operational information concerning the array. The memory device is accessible by a host external operating system which determines the manner in which the array is to be powered based on the operational information. The memory device may have the capability to be written to such that the external operating system can record in the memory device significant events such as extreme operational conditions, operational faults, and the on-time or shot-count of the array. The assembly may include sensors to which the operating system is coupled. The assembly may further include a processing means to monitor the sensors and provide real-time updates to the external operating system such that laser diode array is continuously powered in an optimal manner.

Abstract: A method and set of components is disclosed for positioning an implant analog within a dental impression taken from the patient, relative to the position of a dental implant or "converted" implant in the patient's mouth. The set of components include an implant orientation tool, an impression coping and an implant analog having an orientation reference. The method involves the steps of attaching an impression coping to the implant and making a dental impression. An interlocking member of the impression coping is accessible through an opening in the impression material. The implant analog is then attached to the impression coping. The implant analog is positioned by rotating it in the coping until the orientation reference on one end of the implant analog reaches an alignment position mirroring the alignment position of the implant itself.

Abstract: A jar up, bump down hydraulic drilling jar is described. A hydraulic tripping valve arrangement permits the storage of large amounts of static force before releasing a hammer to strike an anvil surface with substantial force. The hammer is positioned on the mandrel and interacts with the anvil surface in the housing to deliver upward jarring forces, to the drill string. During a downward jarring movement, the tripping valve is opened to prevent pressure buildup and accidental downward jarring; thus, a single-acting drilling jar is formed.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided an inbred corn plant designated 17DHD5. This invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the inbred corn plant 17DHD5, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing the inbred plant 17DHD5 with itself or with another corn plant, such as another inbred. This invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred plant 17DHD5 with another corn plant, such as another inbred, and to crosses with related species. This invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of the inbred corn plant 17DHD5, and also to the RFLP and genetic isozyme typing profiles of inbred corn plant 17DHD5.

Abstract: A system for enhancing performance in a two-stroke engine. An access aperture is formed in the exterior wall of an air passage associated with a cylinder within the two-stroke engine. The air passage is then modified, in one embodiment, by inserting an automated modification tool through the access aperture and operating the automated modification tool according to a computer controlled program to modify the air flow characteristics of the air passage. The access aperture in the exterior wall is thereafter closed.

Abstract: A high resolution variable time delay circuit is disclosed. In one embodiment, a current digital to analog converter (DAC) is used to sequentially charge two capacitors having similar capacitance construction. A threshold level capacitor provides the threshold level to a comparator, and a ramping capacitor is used for ramping to the threshold to provide a delay time. The comparator provides a delayed pulse using the threshold level provided by the threshold level capacitor and the ramp provided by the ramping capacitor. Thus, resolution is better than that provided by digital elements alone. This circuit also automatically cancels errors due to capacitance variations and unit current variation of the DAC introduced during the manufacturing process. In another embodiment a single capacitor is used in combination with two current DACs and a comparator to provide a controllable time delay.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided an inbred corn plant designated 90DJD28. This invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the inbred corn plant 90DJD28, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing the inbred plant 90DJD28 with itself or with another corn plant, such as another inbred. This invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred plant 90DJD28 with another corn plant, such as another inbred, and to crosses with related species. This invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of the inbred corn plant 90DJD28, and also to the RFLP and genetic isozyme typing profiles of inbred corn plant 90DJD28.

Abstract: A filtration apparatus (10) for fluids containing solid matter and/or particles or the like is disclosed. The apparatus (10) comprises screen means (20) and barrier means (21) substantially adjacent and behind the screen means (20). The barrier means (21) has a plurality of corrugated ribs (23) with vent means (22) therein. The corrugated ribs (23) are elongate and parallel and are substantially concave corrugations when seen from the direction from where the fluid is coming while the corrugations are substantially aligned with the direction of the flow of the fluid.

Abstract: An aqueous, coatable, thermally condensable composition is disclosed. The coating is based on dispersions of vinyl acetate polymers in water. Uniquely, the coating can be advantageously used for both nylon and polyester yarns. The coated yarns exhibit performance equivalent to or better than coated yarns based on traditional compositions.

Abstract: A safety apparatus has been found for recovering an airborne hydrogen fluoride release in a hydrocarbon alkylation process. The safety apparatus comprising containment baffles and hydrogen fluoride detectors. Hydrogen fluoride detectors activate water flood means which discharge into the containment baffles. The water flood containing essentially all of the hydrogen fluoride release is recovered for disposal. Recoveries of 90 wt % have been demonstrated.