Abstract: An optical pressure monitoring system includes a tube from an infusion set and an optical signal sensor disposed to detect changes in the diameter of the tube and thereby determine pressure changes within the tube. By selecting the position of the tube relative to the optical signal emitter and optical signal receiver, the optical signal sensor can both detect pressure changes and provide an integrity check for both the functioning of the optical signal sensor and the placement of the tube. By modifying the tube to exaggerate changes in tube diameter responsive to pressure changes, the sensitivity of the optical signal sensor can be increased.

Abstract: An enterostomy device for providing fluids and nutrients through a stoma formed through the abdominal wall of a patient is described. The enterostomy device, which may be configured as either a gastrostomy device or a jejunostomy device, comprises a low-profile retaining member which is configured to be unobtrusively positioned within the stomach or the intestine, and which is configured to provide sufficient surface area for contacting the stomach or intestine to prevent unintentional removal or release of the enterostomy device from the patient. The enterostomy device is also structured with a low-profile port hub for facilitating the inflation of the retaining member and feeding and venting through the stoma.

Abstract: A fluid change kit for disposing of fluids, such as automotive fluids, includes a container at least partially filled with an absorbent. The fluid change kit typically includes a biodegradable box and an absorbent selected from peat moss and coconut coir for absorbing the fluid. A liner may also be included. By absorbing the fluid, the fluid change kit can be disposed of in a conventional landfill.

Abstract: A feeding set adaptor and related system for delivering solutions utilize a feeding set adaptor which engages a pump engaging portion of an infusion set and the feeding set adaptor structure to provide monitoring portions for detecting pressures within the infusion set, a sample cell for determining the presence of air within an infusion set, and an anti-freeflow device for selectively preventing freeflow through the infusion set. The feeding set adaptor is configured for mounting on an infusion pump which moves solution through the infusion set for delivery to a patient.

Abstract: The apparatus (10) serves for transporting and stacking goods (12), in particular in the form of plates such as metal plates or the like, and includes a feed transport device (14), which is connected to a stacking device (16). In this apparatus an overhead transport device (18) is provided which is disposed at least partially in a stacking area (20) above the stacking device (16) and which has a holding system (22) which can be activated and deactivated, where a delay system is provided for time-delayed activation of an effective holding force of the overhead transport device at a point in time when the front, seen in the direction of transport, area of the goods overlaps the stacking area in the direction of stacking.

Abstract: A quick release system for mounting a backrest to a motorcycle includes a side bracket plate with a pair of notches which are configured to receive and hold bolt heads attached to the motorcycle. Disposed adjacent one of the notches is a retaining mechanism to prevent the bolt head from being withdrawn from the notch unless the retaining mechanism is moved by the user.

Abstract: A quick release saddlebag system includes a saddlebag and a mounting structure which enables quick removal of the saddlebag from a motorcycle without the use of tools. The mounting structure typically includes a mounting bolt attached to the motorcycle, and a mounting pin carrying the saddlebag. The mounting pin is selectively attached to the mounting bolt to enable removal of the saddlebag by simply removing the mounting pin.

Abstract: This invention provides an apparatus comprising a laser diode (2) whose wavelength is modulated by an amplitude modulator (1). The laser output is collimated by a lens (3) and passed through an optical element (4) which contains two diffraction gratings spaced by a refractive element. The resulting output contains an interference pattern which can be selected and controlled to interact with chosen molecules so as to induce molecular resonance.

Abstract: A bolt for use in for mounting a backrest to a motorcycle or otherwise for attachment to a surface includes a shank, and head, and a transverse recess transverse to the longitudinal axis of the shank for holding the head while a nut is being tightened on the bolt.

Abstract: A clearing trap for decelerating bullets includes a housing and a bullet decelerating insert disposed within the housing. Preferably, the insert is slidably removable from the housing and is provided with a plurality of vents which help dissipate the force associated with firing a gun into a small enclosure. Also preferably, a portion of the insert is detachable or openable to facilitate periodic cleaning of the insert.

Abstract: A bullet target configured to improve the skills of a shooter includes, in one embodiment, a head plate which is attached to an arm by a resilient or semi-resilient attachment member to allow the head plate to visually deflect when hit by a bullet and to substantially return to its original position. In another embodiment, the improved target utilizes an attachment mechanism which allows the head to rotate relative to the arm within a stop to minimize transfer of vibrations between the head plate and the arm. In a third embodiment, a plurality of head plates are used in alignment and selectively exposed to the shooter to improve decision making ability.

Abstract: The invention relates to a printing chip for a printing head working according to the ink-jet printing principle, having at least one recess forming a medium chamber in the printing chip, a deflectable diaphragm forming one wall of the medium chamber, a duct opening in the medium chamber for feeding a liquid medium that is to be squirted out hot, and having a squirting-out opening connected to the medium chamber, which printing chip is distinguished by the fact that the printing chip (2) is produced exclusively from monocrystalline silicon.

Abstract: An optical sensor includes a sample cell through which a fluid flows, an optical sensor formed by an optical emitter and an optical detector. The sample cell and the optical sensor use light refraction to determine the presence and size of a bubble passing through the sample cell. A housing may also be included to provide better control over light refraction and to protect the optical sensor.