Abstract: The invention relates to a method for reading a Fourier hologram recorded on a holographic storage medium with a holographic storage system. The method comprises the steps of: —calculating a characteristic value from a detected image of a reconstructed Fourier hologram in at least two relative positions of a reference beam and said storage medium, each of the characteristic values being indicative of a misalignment of the reference beam and said storage medium at the respective relative position, —calculating a servo value from the measured characteristic values, —determining an aligned relative position of said reference beam and said storage medium by means of a predetermined servo function using the calculated servo value, —setting the relative position of the reference beam and said storage medium to said aligned relative position, and—detecting an image at said aligned relative position.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for efficient and reliable preparation of organic peroxides, preferably dialkyl peroxides, peroxycarboxylic acids, peroxycarboxylic esters, diacyl peroxides, peroxycarbonate esters, peroxydicarbonates, ketone peroxides and perketals with the aid of at least one static micromixer and an apparatus for performing the process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel process for preparing known fungicidally active 1,3-dimethyl-5-fluoro-1H-pyrazole-4-carboxamides from the corresponding acid fluoride and aniline derivatives in the presence of alkylpyridine derivatives as an acid acceptor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel bicyclic enamino(thio)carbonyl compounds, to processes for their preparation and to their use for controlling animal pests, especially arthropods, in particular insects.

Abstract: A method for performing computer-assisted orthopaedic surgery includes the steps of: (1) producing and displaying three-dimensional geometrical models of first and second bones, the first and second bones forming a joint; (2) identifying a zone of impingement between the first bone and the second bone on at least one of the bones; and (3) generating and displaying a color map of at least one surface of at least one bone, the at least one surface being within the zone of impingement, the color map including different colors representing different depths of bone to be removed in order to achieve an increased range of motion between the first and second bones.

Abstract: Heterocyclyl-substituted thiazoles of the formula (I), in which the symbols have the meanings given in the description, and also to the agrochemically active salts thereof, and their use for controlling phytopathogenic harmful fungi, and also processes for preparing compounds of the formula (I).

Abstract: The disclosure relates to impact-modified polycarbonate compositions and moulding compositions comprising A) aromatic polycarbonate or aromatic polyester carbonate or mixtures of these, B) a mixture containing Ba) at least one graft polymer prepared in emulsion polymerization and Bb) at least one carboxylate salt, wherein this mixture, suspended as a 10 wt. % strength suspension in distilled water, has a pH of >7, C) at least one acidic phosphorus compound with at least one P—OH functionality, which are distinguished compared with the prior art by an improved combination of stability to hydrolysis and heat stability, and which are suitable for production of injection-moulded components which have a good toughness at low temperatures and—even with critical processing conditions (high processing temperatures)—still have a good resistance to stress cracking under the influence of chemicals.

Abstract: An intra-oral system is disclosed for assisting an individual in developing intra-oral muscle control and strength. The system may also be used to enable an individual having limited use of the upper extremities to control an electrical apparatus such as a wheelchair, a bed or a light fixture. The intra-oral system includes a mouthpiece having a plurality of air cells embedded therein. The air cells are configured to receive pressure applied by the tongue of an individual. Movement of the tongue over and against the air cells causes an object to be moved over a display. In one embodiment, the object is moved through an obstacle course or over a simulated track as part of a therapeutic regimen. In another embodiment, a character or icon on the display is selected and activated to manipulate an electrical apparatus. Methods for moving an electrical apparatus using a mouthpiece controlled through lingual movement are also provided.

Abstract: What is described are 4-(3-aminobenzoyl)pyrazoles of the general formula (I) and their use as herbicides. In this formula (I), R1 and R2 are radicals such as hydrogen and organic radicals, such as alkyl, alkenyl and alkynyl. Y is hydrogen or a protective group, such as tosyl.

Abstract: What is described are 3-cyclopropyl-4-(3-thiobenzoyl)pyrazoles of the general formula (I) and their use as herbicides In this formula (I), R1, R2, R3, X and Y are radicals such as hydrogen and organic radicals, such as alkyl. R4 is hydrogen or a protective group, such as tosyl.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing 3-dihalomethylpyrazole-4-carboxylic acid derivatives of the formula (I) by reacting ?-fluoroamines of the formula (III) in the presence of Lewis acids with acrylic acid derivatives of the formula (II) to give vinamidinium salts of the formula (IV) and the subsequent reaction thereof with hydrazines, and to the vinamidinium salts of the formula (IV) themselves.

Abstract: A lamp with combined spot and flood light distribution properties in which an elongate translucent shell defines an interior cavity with a reflector portion and a neck portion. A socket-engaging base includes a pair of electrical contact members for communicating with respective electrical contacts of a socket of a light fixture. A lamp capsule, disposed in the interior cavity, includes a light source that connects to a pair of electrical leads for connecting to electrical contact members of the socket. The light emitted from the light source communicates difusingly radially omni-directionally through the neck portion and directedly substantially longitudinally from the reflector portion.

Abstract: What is described are 4-(4-trifluoromethyl-3-thiobenzoyl)pyrazoles of the general formula (I) and their use as herbicides. In this formula (I), R1, R2, R3 and R4 are radicals such as hydrogen and organic radicals, such as alkyl. Y is hydrogen or a protective group, such as tosyl.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing 4-alkoxycarbonyl-3-aminothiophenes of the general formula (I) and/or their hydrochlorides of the formula (I)? in which R1 and R2 are each as defined in the description, and/or their mono- or bisacetylated or mono- or bisformylated form, by reacting enamines of the formula (II) in which R1 and R2 are each as defined in the description, and/or their mono- or bisacetylated or mono- or bisformylated form, with a chlorinating agent in the presence of one or more diluents, and also to a process for preparing the compounds of the formula (II).

Abstract: A polyorganosiloxane-containing composition which comprises a cationic emulsion of a polyorganosiloxane and a surface-modified colloidal silica component having a zeta potential greater than zero. This composition optionally contains a silicone-curing catalyst.