Abstract: The invention relates to compounds, to the complexes they form with a lanthanide, and to the use of the complexes for fluorescence marking or NMR imaging. The complex consists of an Ln ion and a ligand R2—C(X—R1)(R3)—NR4R5. R1 is a functional group, X is a single bond or a hydrocarbon-based chain consisting of at least one alkylene or alkenylene group optionally comprising at least one hetero atom or an arylene. R2 is an anionic group A2 or a C1-C4 alkylene or alkenylene group bearing at least one such group A2 and optionally comprising at least one hetero atom. R3 is H or a C1-C5 alkylene or alkenylene group optionally containing at least one hetero atom, and optionally bearing at least one anionic group A3. R4 is a substituent with light-absorbing properties that forms chelate rings with Ln. R5 is a substituent that forms chelate rings with Ln.

Abstract: The invention relates to a lubricating metal coating and to a process for its preparation. The material constituting the coating in a composite material comprising a metal matrix within which talc particles are distributed as lamellae, the metal matrix being composed of a metal chosen from Fe, Co, Ni, Mn, Cr, Cu, W, Mo, Zn, Au, Ag, Pb or Sn or of an alloy of these metals or of a metal/semimetal alloy. The coating is obtained by a process consisting in carrying out an electrolytic deposition using a solution of precursors of the metal matrix of the coating which additionally comprises talc particles in suspension, which particles are modified at the surface by irreversible adsorption of a cellulose-derived compound by replacement of all or part of the hydroxyl groups.

Abstract: The invention relates to enantiomer (?) of tentoprazole. The inventive enantiomer (?) of tenatoprazole, or (?)-5-methoxy-2-[[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridyl)methyl]sulfinyl]imidazol[4,5-b]pyridine exhibits improved pharmacokinetic properties which make it possible to use a once a day posology of a drug for relevant indications. The enantiomer (?) of tentoprazole can be used for treating digestive pathologies.

Abstract: The invention relates to refrigeration at TU by a reversible sorption system. The installation comprises a reactor (1) in which a reversible sorption between a gas G and a sorbent S takes place, a device (2) in which a reversible phenomenon involving the gas G takes place, means for bringing (2) into communication with (1), and means for isolating them, the equilibrium curve for the reversible phenomenon in (2) lying within a lower temperature range than that of the equilibrium curve for the reversible sorption in (1) in the Clausius-Clapeyron plot. The device (2) contains, apart from the gas G, a liquid/solid phase change material M having a solidification temperature TS below the frigeration working temperature TU. Use for freezing various products or for producing chilled water or ice.

Abstract: The invention relates to refrigeration at TU by a reversible sorption system. The method is implemented in an installation comprising an endothermic component (EC) and an exothermic component consisting of the reactors (1) and (2). The reactors (1) and (2) are in thermal contact, each of them constituting an active thermal mass for the other, and they are provided with heating means (6) and heat extraction means (5). (1), (2) and (EC) are provided with means for bringing them into selective communication, and reversible phenomena involving a gas G take place therein, the equilibrium curve for the phenomenon in (1) lying within a higher temperature range than that of the equilibrium curve for the phenomenon in (2), which is itself higher than that of the curve for the phenomenon in (EC) in the Clausius-Clapeyron plot.

Abstract: The invention relates to the deposition of thin silver films on various substrates, particularly superconductor substrates. The method consists of CVD deposition of silver on a substrate with the aid of a silver precursor solution. The silver precursor is an RCO2Ag silver carboxylate, wherein R is a linear or branched radical having 3-7 carbon atoms, used in the form of an organic liquid solution. The precursor concentration of the solution ranges from 0.01 to 0.6 mol/l. The organic liquid comprises an amine and/or a nitrile and, optionally, a solvent whose evaporation temperature is lower than the decomposition temperature of the precursor. The percentage by volume of the amine and/or nitrile in the organic liquid is more than 0.1%.

Abstract: The invention relates to a metal coating for a utensil for cooking food products. The coating consists of an aluminum-based alloy containing more than 80% by weight of one or more quasicrystalline or approximant phases, having the composition Ala(Fe1-xXx)b(Cr1-yYy)cZzJj in which: X represents one or more elements isoelectronic with Fe, chosen from Ru and Os; Y represents one or more elements isoelectronic with Cr, chosen from Mo and W; Z is an element or a mixture of elements chosen from Ti, Zr, Hf, V, Nb, Ta, Mn, Re, Rh, Ni and Pd; J represents the inevitable impurities other than copper; a+b+c+z=100; 5?b?15; 10?c?29; 0?z?10; xb?2; yc?2; and j<1.

Abstract: The present invention concerns enantioselective preparation of sulphoxide derivatives or their salts. The method consist in performing an enantioselective oxidation of a sulphur of general formula (I) A —CH2—SB, wherein: A is a diversely substituted pyridinyl ring and B is a heterocyclic radical comprising an imidazo-pyridinyl ring, using an oxidizing agent in the presence of a titanium (IV)-based catalyst and a chiral ligand consisting of a cyclic beta or gamma-amino-alcohol, in an organic solvent, followed, if required, by salt formation with a base. The invention is useful for preparing sulphoxides useful in therapeutics.

Abstract: The conditioning and distribution of fluid products is described. A conditioning and distribution device comprises at least two extraction pumps having parallel axes and at least two reservoirs containing the products to be distributed, or the first pump is mounted in such a way that it is axially moveable in the chamber of the second pump, whereupon the second pump is operated by the movement of the first pump. The device is adapted to distribute several, separate fluids or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a manually-actuated metering pump of simple design, which is intended for a rigid container. The inventive metering pump is of the dual valve type, comprising a lower inlet valve and an upper ejection valve which are disposed at the input and output respectively of a metering chamber which is slidably mounted on the lower valve. Moreover, said lower valve is fixed to a hollow tube which communicates with the inside of the container. The invention can be used for dispensing fluid products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to distillate fuels or distillate fuel blend stocks comprising a blend of a Fischer-Tropsch derived product and a petroleum derived product that is hydrocracked under conditions to preserve aromatics. The resulting distillate fuel product is a low sulfur, moderately aromatic distillate fuel. The resulting distillate fuel or distillate fuel blend stock exhibits excellent properties, including good seal swell, density, and thermal stability. The present invention also relates to processes for making these distillate fuels or distillate fuel blend stocks.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a formulation created by reacting sodium hydroxide, water, and silicon metal which has unique properties and many uses. The instant invention is further directed to methods of producing and using such formulations.

Abstract: A system and method for detecting radiation indicative of fire, such as forest fire. In one embodiment, a threshold energy level is determined based on ambient sensor conditions. A sensor unit may be setup to scan a predetermined area for electromagnetic radiation. Any detected electromagnetic radiation may then be band pass filtered to a wavelength range centered about a predetermined frequency associated with the presence of fire. The resulting energy level signal may then be further filter to pass only those signals which exhibit a “flicker” frequency. If the resulting filtered signal exceeds the threshold signal, a fire notification signal may then be generated.

Abstract: A solid mixture or aqueous solution of amoxicillin antibacterial agent with a material that aids in its dissolution in water to render it ingestive and palatable.

Abstract: A printed circuit board which is thin and incorporates a large-capacitance capacitor function and a manufacturing method thereof. In one embodiment, the printed circuit board manufacturing method includes forming inner layer conductor circuits on a core substrate; forming a recess part on the core substrate; housing, in a recess part, a planar capacitor device that is not resin molded and has electrodes on the surfaces on a shared side; interposing the same between insulator resin and conductor metal foil to heat pressurize the same for forming a multi-layer plate; forming via holes for electrically connecting an outer layer conductor circuit to the electrodes of the capacitor device; forming a conductor layer on them; and forming the outer layer conductor circuits on the surfaces of the multi-layer plate.

Abstract: A method of improving sound quality of audio signals that are digitally processed includes steps of extracting amplitude and frequency modulations from one or more narrow bands of the audio signal, and filtering and compressing those modulations to produce amplitude and frequency modulated audio signals that are digitally processed to provide an acoustic signal similar to the original audio signal. The methods may be used in auditory prostheses and telecommunication systems.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods for utilizing a plurality of RFID readers as proximity sensors to detect one or more RFID tagged assets. In one embodiment, an array of RFID readers provides a coverage area and polls one or more tagged assets at a predetermined interval. If a tagged asset is removed from the coverage area, it will not be able to respond to the next RFID-reader poll, thereby indicating that it has been removed from the coverage area. One or more of the RFID readers may then provide a notification of this fact. In another embodiment, one or more RFID readers operating in combination with one or more RFID tags can be used to detect whether expendable items should be replaced, or whether a device should be allowed to be activated.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for determining the state of entrainment between biological systems which exhibit oscillatory behavior such as heart rhythms, respiration, blood pressure waves and low frequency brain waves based on a determination of heart rate variability (HRV) and an evaluation of the power spectrum thereof. Entrainment reflects a harmonious balance between the two branches of the autonomic nervous system within the body. This internal state of heightened physiological efficiency enhances health and promotes optimal performance. According to one embodiment a method is used to determine the entrainment level based on an entrainment parameter related to HRV. The method first determines the power distribution spectrum (PSD) and then calculates an entrainment parameter (EP), which is a measure of the power distribution in the HRV spectrum.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for integrating photovoltaic cells into a ground plane of satellite and terrestrial antenna systems is disclosed. The system provides an increase in available surface area for power generation without increasing the overall size. In one embodiment, a substrate has both photovoltaic cells and a conductive spacer formed on one side, where the conductive spacer has a thickness substantially equal to the thickness of the photovoltaic cells. In another embodiment, an antennae element may be formed on the top side of the conductive spacer, where the photovoltaic cells form a ground plane for the antenna element.

Abstract: In an insulation blanket-packaging machine and method for continuously packaging insulation blanket in the form of batts there is a continuous: infeed of batts into a loading station; movement of batts from the loading station into a transfer station that also functions as a batt-stacking station; formation of a batt stack in the transfer station; compression of a batt stack in a compression station; envelopment of a compressed batt stack within sheet material in a packaging station to form a package; and removal of a package from the machine. The machine can also be used to package insulation blanket in roll form.