Abstract: In the method for controlling actuators, corresponding actuators are controlled so that they eject the ink droplets for the print image. Corresponding actuators are additionally controlled in order to eject refresh droplets in the image background according to a random distribution. In the event that no image droplet is printed between two successive refresh droplets, the ink meniscus is set into vibration as a refresh measure between the refresh droplets.

Abstract: A printing system includes a print station disposed at a sheet transport path, a feed section arranged to feed media sheets of different media types into the transport path so as to be fed sequentially to the print station, and a controller arranged to receive print instructions concerning images to be printed, to schedule a sequence of the media sheets, and to control the feed section and the print station such that each image is printed on a sheet of a media type that has been specified for that image in the print instructions. A sensor is arranged at the transport path for detecting a quality condition of the sheets being fed to the print station, and the controller is adapted to receive a quality signal from the sensor and, when the quality of a sheet is found to be insufficient, to skip that sheet and to reroute the corresponding image to another scheduled sheet that is compatible with the print instructions.

Abstract: A measurement system for a lithographic apparatus includes a sub-frame compliantly mounted on a reference frame. A measurement device, e.g. an alignment sensor, is mounted on the sub-frame. Soft mounting of the sub-frame isolates the alignment sensor from high-frequency disturbances, e.g. acoustic noise, by acting as a low-pass filter with a cut-off frequency, e.g. in the range of from 100 to 200 Hz.

Abstract: A rubber composition containing based upon parts by weight per 100 parts by weight rubber (phr): (A) 20-50 phr of a copolymer of ethylene, at least one C3 to C23 ?-olefin and a least one polyene monomer, whereby the copolymer unit derived from the polyene is 1 to 5 wt. %, by weight of the copolymer (A) and has a Mooney viscosity ML (1+4) at 100° C. from 51 or greater, in particular from 55 to 90 at 100° C., (B) 50-80 phr of butyl-type rubber and (C) a resin-based curative, containing a phenol formaldehyde resin cross-linker as only curing agent and an activator package comprising of metal oxide and a halogen donor where a halogenated component (B) or halogenated cross-linker as part of component (C) not already present.

Abstract: A lithographic apparatus includes a first table to support a substrate; a second table, not being configured to support a substrate, including a sensor unit to sense a property of a patterned beam of radiation from a projection system, the second table to move under the projection system when the first table is moved out from under the projection system during a substrate exchange, the first and second tables being independently movable from each other; and a liquid supply system to supply a liquid to a space between the projection system and the substrate, the first table, and/or the second table, wherein the second table is configured to provide a confining surface at a bottom of a liquid confinement structure when the first table is removed from under the projection system so as to prevent the liquid from leaking out into the remainder of the lithographic apparatus.

Abstract: Metrology apparatus and methods are disclosed. In one arrangement, a metrology apparatus comprises an optical system that illuminates a structure with measurement radiation and detects the measurement radiation scattered by the structure. The optical system comprises an array of lenses that focusses the scattered measurement radiation onto a sensor. A dispersive element directs scattered measurement radiation in each of a plurality of non-overlapping wavelength bands exclusively onto a different respective lens of the array of lenses.

Abstract: A quick-release connecting assembly, including a spring core and a socket, said spring core including a sleeve-connected elastic portion and a clamping boss set on said sleeve-connected elastic portion; one end of said socket is opened to form a hole adapted to receive the spring core plugged into and a hole wall surrounding said hole. A clamping slot is adapted to receive said clamping boss formed in said hole wall, said slot determining an abutment edge for abutting the clamping boss. A push member is located in correspondence to said clamping boss and is set on the socket at the clamping slot, said sleeve-connected elastic portion being arranged to elastically engage the clamping boss with the abutment edge when the sleeve-connected elastic portion of the spring core is plugged into the hole of the socket.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Penstemon plant named ‘Barpenpeppin’ characterized by its upright and tall plant habit; vigorous growth habit; freely branching habit; early and freely flowering habit; long flowering period; red purple-colored flowers with light pink-colored centers; and good garden performance.

Abstract: A high angle overboard system and method for the deployment of subsea equipment from a marine vessel. The overboard guide system deploys a deployment line from a surface vessel into a body of water at an angle alpha. The angle alpha may be at least 15 degrees and may be greater than 20, 25, 30, 45, or even 60 degrees or more during some or all portions of the subsea operations. The overboard system may be located near the splashzone of the surface vessel or a distance beneath a water surface. The overboard system may take any number of configurations, such as a cone shape, and/or may comprise a plurality of rollers or one or more sheaves. The overboard system allows a subsea device to be operated at higher deployment angles as compared to prior art subsea operations, such as with A-frame LARS systems.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and articles for a portable power case are disclosed. The portable power case is comprised of at least one battery and at least one PCB. The portable power case has at least two access ports and at least one USB port. The portable power case is operable to supply power to an amplifier, a radio, a wearable battery, a mobile phone, and a tablet. The portable power case is operable to be charged using solar panels, vehicle batteries, AC adapters, non-rechargeable batteries, and generators. The portable power case provides for modularity that allows the user to disassemble and selectively remove the batteries installed within the portable power case housing.

Abstract: A radiation sensor apparatus for determining a position and/or power of a radiation beam, the radiation sensor apparatus including a chamber to contain a gas, one or more sensors, and a processor. The chamber has a first opening and a second opening such that a radiation beam can enter the chamber through the first opening, propagate through the chamber generally along an axis, and exit the chamber through the second opening. Each of the one or more sensors is arranged to receive and detect radiation emitted from a region of the chamber around the axis. The processor is operable to use the radiation detected by the one or more sensors to determine a position and/or power of the radiation beam.

Abstract: The invention provides an assay for identifying a bacterium capable of binding elemental heavy metal, comprising the following steps: cultivating a test bacterium in a suitable first culture medium; immersing at least a surface portion of a test too! into the first culture medium for a second predetermined period of time, said surface portion being coated by elemental heavy metal, respectively; removing said test tool from said first culture medium and optionally rinsing the test tool; contacting a second culture medium with the surface portion coated by elemental heavy metal of said test tool removed in the previous step; and identifying the test bacterium as being capable of binding elemental heavy metal from growth of the test bacterium in said second culture medium.

Abstract: An anchor arrangement is provided for surgical tissue repair, such as in particular for repair of a meniscus tear, having at least one first anchor and one second anchor, which are movable along a hollow needle for placement on a tissue to be repaired and connected to each other via a seam element. The first anchor and the second anchor each extend between a distal end and a proximal end and form a guide surface on the outside thereof for contacting an inside of a hollow needle at least in part. In addition, there are deflectors on the anchors, via which a torque can be applied at least in part to the anchors during or after setting. At least one of the anchors has at least two anchor sections, which are movable relative to each other and which can be pivoted relative to each other between a folded position, in which the guide surface spans a cross-section deviating from a circular profile, and an unfolded position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for providing a combined digital image stream, comprising providing a first digital image stream or sequence, incorporating a machine-readable mark to at least part of the first digital image stream or sequence, the mark at least comprising a position within or with respect to the first image stream or sequence and/or an interval within the length of the first image stream or sequence providing at least a second digital image stream, inserting, based on the mark, with the aid of a computer, the second image stream or sequence into the first digital image stream or sequence at the position and/or interval within the first image stream or sequence, and outputting a combined digital image stream, wherein the second image stream is incorporated in the first image stream or sequence. The invention further relates to a system for performing the method.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Gaillardia plant named ‘Bargaispinyel’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely branching habit; strong leaves that resist yellowing; early and freely flowering habit; and large single inflorescences with greyed purple-colored ray florets with yellow-colored apices.

Abstract: The invention relates to a closure assembly (1) for a container (2) and a container thereof. The invention more particularly relates to a closure assembly which provides leak tight closure for liquid or viscous products and can be simply opened or closed by minimal effort and additionally can be inverted to stably rest on a horizontal surface to act as a tottle.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to the field of medicine and pharmacology. More particularly, it relates to novel analogs of galanin, and the use thereof in therapy. Provided is a cyclic peptide analog of galanin, wherein the galanin analog comprises a (methyl)Lanthionine bridge and wherein the analog has the general formula “X1-X2-X3-X4-X5-X6-X7-X8-X9-X10-X11-X12-X13-X14-X15-X16-X17-X18-X19-X20-X21-X22-”, or a truncated variant thereof lacking X1 and/or up to 11 of the C-terminal residues, wherein two residues selected from the group consisting of X3, X4, X6, X7, X10 and X13-X19 together form a Lanthionine bridge of the structure Ala-S-Ala, or a methyl Lanthionine bridge of the structure Abu-S-Ala or Ala-S-Abu.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Leucanthemum plant named ‘Barleuswechr’, characterized by its compact, upright and mounded plant habit; freely branching habit; strong and upright flowering stems; early and freely flowering habit; and large single inflorescences with white-colored ray florets.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Gaillardia plant named ‘Bargaispinor’, characterized by its compact and mounded plant habit; freely branching habit; strong leaves that resist yellowing; early and freely flowering habit; and large single inflorescences with bright red-colored ray florets with yellow-colored apices.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Mandevilla plant named ‘MAN216901’, characterized by its upright and vining plant habit; vigorous growth habit; freely branching habit; glossy green-colored leaves; early and freely flowering habit; and large bright white-colored flowers.