Abstract: Compositions based on low toxicity solvents, in particular coating formulations, having reduced viscosity are disclosed. The compositions contain polyamideimide polymers having well-defined molecular weight distribution.

Abstract: The invention describes an eco-friendly hotmelt adhesive based on renewable raw materials. The hotmelt adhesive formulation is made up of biobased polyesters, specifically a combination of polylactide and polybutylene succinate, and also of resins, plasticizers and stabilizers; further additives may optionally be added as well, for example waxes, fumed silica, lime or color pigments. The raw materials used are sustainable, biodegradable and unhazardous to nature. The adhesive exhibits very good adhesion to wood, paper, cardboard and certain, predominantly non-polar plastics such as PMMA, ABS, PC, PLA or PET and can be applied with the commonplace systems.

Abstract: As the optoelectronic synaptic device according to a preferred embodiment includes a photoactive layer in which a heterojunction is formed as inorganic quantum dots that accept a near-infrared light signal directly contacts a transition metal dichalcogenide as a two-dimensional semiconductor material that exhibits synaptic characteristics, there is an effect of making a synaptic response to an optical signal in the near-infrared wavelength range. Therefore, as a function of simulating the human visual-brain function, which shows the neuromorphic characteristics by the photo response (visual response) of the infrared wavelength, together with light detection characteristics sensitively and rapidly responding to an infrared wavelength signal as well as a visible light signal, can be implemented in a single device for the sake of accurate recognition of objects, it can be easily applied in the autonomous driving mobility field.

Abstract: A process includes flowing a catalyst composition comprising catalyst particles into a radial flow moving bed reactor, wherein the catalyst particles move by gravity through the radial flow moving bed reactor to an exit point of the radial flow moving bed reactor, wherein the catalyst particles form a moving catalyst bed in the radial flow moving bed reactor, flowing a light hydrocarbon feed stream comprising C1 to C3 alkanes into the radial flow moving bed reactor in a manner so that the light hydrocarbon feed stream flows radially inward or radially outward through the moving catalyst bed and thereby contacts the catalyst particles under reaction conditions to produce a product effluent stream comprising a C2 to C10 hydrocarbon product and hydrogen, and flowing the product effluent stream from the radial flow moving bed reactor.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure relate generally to methods, compositions, and kits for preparing a ligation-based or amplicon-based library in situ, e.g., for sequencing.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods of cell-free protein synthesis, optimised cell-free protein synthesis (CFPS) reagents and the post translational modification of the expressed proteins, to increase protein expression yields. The methods are applicable to protein expression on a microfluidic device having hydrophobic surfaces by merging droplets on the device in order to screen a selection of expression and post translational modification compositions in parallel.

Abstract: A method of removing one or more impurities from an iron-containing feedstock includes grinding the iron-containing feedstock in the presence of a grinding aid to form a pretreated iron-containing feedstock, the grinding aid including an alkali metal chloride, a fluoride salt, or a combination thereof; contacting the pretreated iron-containing feedstock with a flux comprising a metal borate; fusing the pretreated iron-containing feedstock and the flux to form a fused mixture; treating the fused mixture with a leaching solution to form a purified iron-containing feedstock and a used leaching solution; and solid-liquid separating the purified iron-containing feedstock from the used leaching solution, wherein an amount of aluminum, silicon, or a combination thereof is less in the purified iron-containing feedstock than in the iron-containing feedstock.

Abstract: An article of footwear may include a knit component that may include a tensile area, a first intersecting portion and a second intersecting portion that at least partially bound an opening of the tensile area, and a course of tensile material that is integrally knit within the knit component. The course of tensile material may comprise a float that extends from the first intersecting portion, across the opening, and to the second intersecting portion, and having a float that is at least three needles long across the opening.

Abstract: A biodegradable wipe having a three-dimensional perforated structure pattern including a randomized web of pulp and spunlaced cellulosic fibres in a desired proportion, and optionally a colorant. The wipe in the present invention shows dual nature subject to wet or dry condition of the wipe and effectively traps and removes oily and sticky liquids without scratching underlying surfaces or irritating skin.

Abstract: An article that facilitates individual expression includes a textile material having an outer surface, and at least one markable portion on the outer surface treated such that the at least one markable portion removably receives indicia marked upon the surface. The markable portion comprises one or more layers of inks that are successively applied to the textile material. A method of making an article that facilitates individual expression includes applying at least one first layer that is at least one of a reducer/base material or a plastisol ink onto at least a portion of a surface of a textile material, and applying at least one layer of plastisol ink onto at least a portion of the first layer.

Abstract: An evaluating system of paper manufacturing includes an evaluation apparatus of paper manufacturing and a fiber analysis device. The evaluation apparatus of paper manufacturing includes a database, an input unit, a processing unit, and a communication interface. The database stores a plurality of paper manufacturing parameters, a paper manufacturing corresponding function, and a paper forming corresponding function. The input unit is configured to receive an input related to the paper manufacturing parameters. The processing unit is electrically connected to the database and is configured to generate a suggested manufacturing recipe by using the paper forming corresponding function and the paper manufacturing corresponding function according to the input. The fiber analysis device is electrically or communicatively connected to the evaluation apparatus of paper manufacturing. The fiber analysis device is configured to analyze one or more fiber materials, a single-layer paper, and a paper product.

Abstract: Described herein is coating starch composition comprising a starch and a plasticizer, as well as a paper coating composition comprising said coating starch composition, where the paper coating composition contains at least 2% starch, a dry solids content of at least 40%, and a viscosity of less than about 1200 cPs, as well as methods of using and making such compositions, such as, for example, in paper manufacturing processes.

Abstract: Bi-directional motor (36) for gas engine replacement device (10). One embodiment provides a gas engine replacement device (10) including a housing (14), a battery receptacle (54), a motor (36), a power take-off shaft (38) receiving torque from the motor (36), a power switching network (310) configured to selectively provide power to the motor (36), and an electronic processor (302) coupled to the power switching network (310). The electronic processor (302) is configured to rotate the motor (36) in a first direction and receive an input to switch a rotation direction of the motor (36). The electronic processor is also configured to control the power switching network (310) to stop the motor (36) and rotate the motor (36) in a second direction after controlling the power switching network (310) to stop the motor (36).

Abstract: A lift bracket system for lifting a building structure such as a foundation and the like comprising a lift plate having a top surface and a bottom surface, the top surface for insertion under the building structure; a generally cylindrical housing affixed to the lift plate and extending perpendicularly from the top surface and the bottom surface of the lift plate, the housing defining a generally circular opening through the lift plate, the opening being disposed away from the center of the lift plate; and at least one gusset for supporting the lift plate, the gusset having a first end and a second end, the gusset disposed beneath the lift plate, wherein the first end of the gusset is attached to the bottom surface of the lift plate and the second end of the gusset is attached to the housing.

Abstract: A power machine includes a frame, an arm pivotally coupled to the frame, a power source supported on the frame, and an implement interface having an implement carrier pivotally coupled to the arm and configured to mount an implement on the power machine. The power source can be an electric power source, and the implement interface includes a power transfer system configured to provide power from the power source to the implement mounted on the implement carrier. The power transfer system of the implement interface can include a motor which rotates a power take-off output shaft in some embodiments. The power transfer system can include a hydraulic converter having a hydraulic reservoir and a hydraulic pump and configured to provide pressurized hydraulic fluid to the implement in some embodiments.

Abstract: A pultrusion fiber reinforced polymer (PFRP) structural frame assembly comprises a plurality of PFRP vertical columns, comprising at least one PFRP I-beam vertical column or PFRP wide flange vertical column; a plurality of PFRP horizontal beams, comprising at least one PFRP I-beam horizontal beam or PFRP wide flange horizontal beam; and at least one PFRP clip angle bracket configured to connect the at least one PFRP I-beam vertical column or PFRP wide flange vertical column to the at least one PFRP I-beam horizontal beam or PFRP wide flange horizontal beam.

Abstract: An intelligent 3D printing and additive manufacturing construction system including a printing machine connected to an external pumping device configured to feed a printing head of the printing machine with fresh concrete or mortar that is extruded through an extrusion nozzle of the printing head according to a layer pattern predefined in a digital file executable by a processor of the printing machine. Layers of the predefined pattern are applied continuously until the geometry configured in the digital file is printed, wherein the printing machine is configured as a mechanical system with a Cartesian configuration (X-Y-Z), having a continuous and modular Y axis, to allow the printing range to be adapted to constructions of different dimensions using the same printer. The equipment will be equipped with machine vision and artificial intelligence equipment to promote the autonomy and quality of the printing process.

Abstract: An adjustable hinge for mounting a door on a cabinet frame that comprises a hinge cup and arm link having a first end and a second end. The first end is coupled to the hinge cup and configured to pivot relative to the hinge cup between an open position and closed position. A bottom plate is adjustably coupled to the arm link by a first adjustment screw. A cover plate is adjustably coupled to the bottom plate by a second adjustment screw. A lower surface of the cover plate is disposed substantially parallel to an upper surface of the bottom plate, and a majority of the area of the lower surface of the cover plate directly contacts the upper surface of the bottom plate.

Abstract: A separable mounting hinge device including two detachably engageable leaf hinge members wherein the first hinge member includes at least two knuckles affixed around a pin leaving at least one open knuckle seat therebetween. The second hinge member includes at least one open knuckle capable of operationally engaging around the pin and at least one leaf-knuckle protrusion. The second hinge member may also include a retention member. These hinge members' knuckle(s) and affixed pin open knuckle seat(s) operationally interlock thereby allowing for typical hinge movements, while detachment of said members simply requires the application of force within specifically designated angular ranges to overcome the protrusion, and potentially included retention member. As designed, the separable mounting hinge device minimizes the likelihood of any incidental or accidental detachment and obviates the need to unfasten at least one hinge from a door, panel, or frame only to refasten it later.

Abstract: A wellbore system includes a hanger body with a recessed portion, a primary sealing surface, a secondary sealing surface, and a retaining skirt. The recessed portion receives a nose of an associated tool component to form at least two metal to metal seals between the hanger body and the associated tool component. The primary sealing surface may be formed at a radially outward position to resist bore pressure and the secondary sealing surface may be formed between the recessed portion and a face of associated tool component to resist a radially inward pressure.