Abstract: The method for repetitively determining a profile of quantitative features for different cells in a sample by collecting and analyzing information on the mass distribution in cells or portions of cells and comparing the collected information to values from a relational database is disclosed.

Abstract: A composition comprising an albumin-based colloid and its use in treating hypovolemic conditions such as capillary leak syndrome and shock are disclosed.

Abstract: This alternative fuel is composed of agricultural products. A blend of esters of soybean oil and terpine hydrocarbons can be used for outdoor activities. The blend is useful for charcoal fluid, campfire fuel or decorative lamp fuel. The esters are a low volatile material and the terpenes are a higher volatile, low flash material. The blends can be used for lighting a charcoal fire for outdoor activities, a torch lantern device for outdoor patio use, trash fires, as well as outdoor heaters and stoves. In one embodiment, an insect control agent, citronella or a fragrance may be included.

Abstract: Disclosed is a developmental animal model of temporal lobe epilepsy and other seizure-related disorders. In particular, the invention provides a method of inducing a permanent change in the neurological development of a rodent, such as a rat, comprising daily administration of low doses of a kainate receptor agonist to the animal in the second postnatal week, wherein after treatment with the kainate receptor agonist the animal exhibits reproducible seizure-like symptoms when exposed to mild to moderate stressors. Rats treated using the above method are particularly useful as a non-human system for studying temporal lobe epilepsy, as well as for studying the efficacy of potential anti-epileptic compounds and pharmaceutical preparations.

Abstract: This composition sealant relates to rejuvenating, sealing, and preserving asphalt pavements and concrete surfaces. More specifically, the sealant composition includes soy products and other vegetable products. More specifically, the agricultural sealant composition is a combination of soybean oil, alkyl esters of soybean oil, and at least one of d-limonene or other terpine hydrocarbons. In another embodiment, the composition is a mixture of bitumen and soy product.

Abstract: This apparatus is a centrifugal separator comprising a centrifuge bowl; a hollow spindle connected to the bowl; a scraper located within the interior of the bowl; a shaft connected to a scraper, the shaft extending through the hollow spindle; a single drive member directly engaged to the shaft for inducing rotation of the scraper within the bowl. A clutch is engaged between the shaft and spindle. In a high speed separation operation, the clutch engages and the bowl and scraper rotate at the same speed.

Abstract: A storage and transportation cart having shelves and guide blocks adjustable along three axes to accommodate parts and workpieces of differing shapes and sizes and retain those workpieces in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a portable computer having an integral case that incorporates a resilient material to protect the portable computer from wear and tear encountered when transporting and/or using the portable computer. The integral case also includes a retractable strap means that can be utilized to facilitate the transporting of the portable computer. The integral case for the portable computer also includes an identification pocket on the exterior surface of the integral case for incorporating identification documents for the portable computer.

Abstract: A tool clamping device for a tool having a shaft which is accurate to size and which can be inserted into the receiving bore of a tool support, is provided with a clamping device which can be screwed on a screw thread of the tool support while the tool has a ring, which is arranged radially protruding in a clamping area. The ring extends in the circumferential direction and, with the shaft of the tool inserted into the receiving bore, the clamping device is axially supported against the ring (FIG. 2).

Abstract: This assembly is for use with hot chamber die casting. More specifically, the assembly is a fast fill bottom fill gooseneck. The intake port has been moved to the bottom of the gooseneck. The bottom intake port has been fitted with an interior plug. When the plunger moves upwardly, it creates a vacuum the pulls the interior plug upwardly. This vacuum also opens the bottom intake port pulling molten metal into the chamber from the reservoir. When the plunger moves downwardly, the interior plug moves downwardly and seals the bottom intake port. As the plunger continues to travel downward, it pressurizes the molten metal and forces the molten metal contained in the cylinder through the channel in the gooseneck, through the nozzle seat and the nozzle into the die cavity of the die thereby filling the cavity and forming the cast part.

Abstract: Wet clutch (100) or friction plate brake has an essentially hollow cylindrical shaped balance piston (14) that is coaxial to a clutch hub (2) and is rigidly connected with an apply piston support device (12), an essentially ring shaped spring support (14.1), and an essentially cylinder shaped wall (14.3) that has an essentially cylinder shaped contact surface (14.4). The cylinder shaped contact surface (14.4) is axially (ax) displaceable and is bordered by an essentially cylinder shaped contact surface (8.5) of an apply piston (8) so as to form an equalizing space (16). The contact or support surfaces (14.4, 8.5) of the balance piston (14) and the apply piston (8) are provided coaxial between the clutch hub (2) and the apply piston support device (12).

Abstract: This assembly is an apparatus for recovering vapors during the dispensing of fluids from a storage tank to a receiving tank. More specifically, the assembly reduces odors from storage tanks and loading facilities at asphalt terminals. A dual carbon system was installed for the tanks and the loading rack. The system was operated continuously at a low flow rate to handle stray vapors from the tanks when they are not being filled. The system would be turned to a high flow rate whenever the tanks are receiving product. The blowers on this system are run at a speed proportional to the number of loading arms being used, based on vacuum transmission.

Abstract: The invention relates to a clutch device with a pressure piston (1) for generating a pressure force for moving a clutch (4, 9, 8, 10, 27), in which the pressure piston (1) is guided to slide in a housing (5, 15.1) and the housing (5, 15.1) and the pressure piston (1) enclose a pressure chamber (11), which can be pressurized with a pressurizing agent (24) to generate the aforementioned pressure force and in which a balance piston (2) is present to generate a counterpressure force on the pressure piston (1), which is held essentially immobile to the housing (5, 15) when the clutch (4, 9, 8, 10, 27) is put into motion in the sliding direction of the pressure piston (1) and which, together with the housing (5, 15.1) and the pressure piston (1), encloses a balance chamber (12), which can be pressurized with a counterpressurizing agent to generate a counterpressure force. A latching mechanism (28.1, 29.1, 30.1, 31.1) is provided according to invention hold the balance piston (2) immobile as described above.

Abstract: This drop tube loading arm assembly is adaptable for loading asphalt into tank trailers at marketing terminals. The telescoping drop tube employs guides made of polymers such as fluorocarbon polymers and aluminum. The guides are located in the annular space between the tubes in combination with increased radial clearance between the tubes or sleeves and in combination with protection for the overfill probe. With the addition of vapor control systems and overfill protection probes, the telescoping drop loading spouts are less susceptible to cold weather sticking problems.

Abstract: The ability to pig a pipeline is considered necessary and vital to most pipeline operations. The present invention provides a pig inserting apparatus and method designed to satisfy the need to Insert pigs for large diameter gasoline pipelines that are made of concrete and weigh in excess of 400 pounds. In the past, the industry has used ineffectively manpower or motorized vehicles to insert the pigs. This pig launcher uses a means for propelling the pig that includes: a spool rotatably mounted. The pair of cables is connected to the spool and engage the ends of the cantilevered arms for propelling the pig a pair of cantilevered arms, and a pair of cables of sufficient strength to firmly fasten onto the end of a pipeline.

Abstract: A security locking system for trailers that features an interior locking bar that is controlled from the outside. The locking bar is traversed in a linear motion parallel to the door by a toggle mechanism. The bar is guided into the locking mechanism by two guides mounted to the inside of the trailer door. The toggle mechanism is turned using a common trailer latch that also locks by use of a key. Alternatively the latch could be modified to lock or unlock by using a remote activator. Once the latch is turned all the way (90 degrees) it will raise the locking bar into the upper secure bracket. The lower part of the locking bar will be lowered into the lock housing which is hidden just under the trailer floor, it will then be in position in the locking mechanism for the key pin to be inserted and then locked. The locking mechanism can also be modified to be controlled using a remote activator.

Abstract: An elevation device for resiliently supporting an extremity of a patient that utilizes the packaging for the device to form the finished product. The elevation device includes a support cushion and a planar surface for supporting the support cushion at a desired elevation. At least one guide member is associated with the planar surface for positioning the support cushion on the planar surface.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multi-purpose arena that can be used for sport and non-sport type of events. The size of the arena can be varied to suit the particular type of entertainment present in the arena. The acoustics can also be varied or tuned to maximize the performance in the arena. The seating in the arena is disposed to provide excellent viewing of the entertainment being performed in the arena. And, the arena can accommodate the staging requirements for almost any use that is developed for the arena.