Abstract: A power electronics arrangement has a power semiconductor module, with a contact spring, with a load connecting element and with a mounting device which is embodied as part of an electrically operated vehicle. The power semiconductor module has a load connection element which preferably projects outwards from the interior of the power semiconductor module, and preferably has there a first external contact face for external connection, and the load-connecting element has a second contact face. An electrically conductive pressure contact connection is embodied between the first contact face and the second contact face by a contact spring, wherein the pressure on the contact spring which is necessary for this is implemented by connecting the power semiconductor module in a frictionally locking fashion to the mounting device.

Abstract: An amplifier device for high frequency signals, in particular a linear high frequency amplifier device, which comprises at least one input, an incoming line, a pre-distortion unit, in particular an adaptive pre-distortion unit, an amplifier unit, in particular a non-linear power amplifier unit, a transmission line, a feedback unit, and an output. The output is connected to the amplifier unit via the transmission line. In addition, the at least one input is connected to the pre-distortion unit such that two incoming branch lines are provided which are interconnected by a switching unit. A first incoming branch line of the incoming branch lines comprises a down-converter being arranged between the at least one input and the pre-distortion unit.

Abstract: ‘KORoligeo’ is a new and distinct variety of Rosa hybrida which is characterized by the combination of an upright growth habit, medium green and semi-glossy foliage, excellent resistance to common rose diseases, and large, very-double pale yellow flowers borne in small clusters. The new variety propagates successfully by stem cuttings and grafting and has shown to be uniform and stable in the resulting generations from asexual propagation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pre-mounted exchange insert of a drill wash device for connecting a stationary washpipe to a rotating washpipe of a drill hole, the exchange insert comprising a mechanical seal assembly (2) with a stationary seal ring (20) and a rotating seal ring (21), a first seal ring carrier (3) on which the stationary seal ring (20) is arranged, a second seal ring carrier (4) on which the rotating seal ring (21) is arranged, a connection component (5) which is configured to connect the exchange insert to the stationary washpipe, and an adjusting mechanism (6) operative in axial direction (X-X) with a screw connection (60) for changing an axial length (L1, L2) of the exchange insert, wherein the screw connection (60) is connected to the second seal ring carrier (4) to permit, in axial direction (X-X), an adjustment of the second seal ring carrier (4), the mechanical seal assembly (2), and the first seal ring carrier (3) relative to the connection component (5).

Abstract: In a method for the further processing of a product (30) that is preferably prefabricated in large numbers, the product has a surface (31) for an additive multi-dimensional application of material. Information for the additive multi-dimensional application of material is input into a device in which the multi-dimensional application of material is digitised from this information and is deconstructed into elements that are suitable for the additive application of the application of material to the surface (31). The prefabricated product (30) is introduced into a device (I) for additive application of the material application such that the elements for the additive multi-dimensional application of material on the surface (31) are assembled in accordance with the information using an additive manufacturing method.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for releasable attachment of a removable dental prosthesis to a head part of an implant or of an abutment that can be anchored in an implant, comprising a retention matrix (1) having a receptacle that accommodates a circular-ring-shaped retention element (2) that has at least two clamping arms (22), which is disposed so as to be displaceable along a center axis of the retention matrix (1), wherein the at least two clamping arms (22) form a mantle surface that widens conically toward the outside, and that the receptacle for the retainer element (2) has two sections (14, 15) having a different inside diameter, against the transition of which the at least two clamping arms (22) lie. The invention furthermore relates to a dental implant system, having such an apparatus.

Abstract: Provided is a plug connector module for inserting in a holding frame of a modular plug connector. The plug connector module is provided so as to make electrical contact with the holding frame. A housing that forms the plug connector module is embodied from metal and can be connected in a mechanical and electrically conductive manner by way of a first type of fastener and a second type of fastening means to the holding frame.

Abstract: The invention concerns a functional component (400) for a component construction system (100) for electrical connection to a bridge module (300) which comprises a housing (421) with a component-securing arrangement (401) for securing the functional component (400) to a support profile rail (200).

Abstract: An internal combustion engine comprising: a plurality of cylinders in which combustion chambers are provided, wherein an ignition device and/or a fuel introduction device is associated with each combustion chamber, wherein the combustion chambers are adapted for cyclic ignition of fuel, an open-loop or closed-loop control device for actuation or closed-loop control of the ignition devices and/or fuel introduction devices, and at least one measuring device for detecting a temperature which is characteristic for each cylinder, wherein the open-loop or closed-loop control device is adapted for actuation or closed-loop control of the ignition devices or the fuel introduction devices in dependence on the signals of the at least one measuring device so that no ignition takes place in at least one selected cylinder during at least one cycle and that an even temperature distribution over all cylinders is achieved.

Abstract: Chronic inflammation is an increasing medical problem area of high socioeconomic significance. The invention relates to a method and a kit for diagnosing a molecular phenotype of a patient suffering from an illness accompanied by chronic inflammation, and to a medicament for treating such a patient. To that end, the gene expression of GATA-3 and/or Tbet in a biological isolate of the patient is measured and used for association with a molecular phenotype of the illness.

Abstract: A bone anchoring device includes a shank to be anchored in a bone or vertebra, a head, and a receiving part receiving the head for connecting the shank to a rod. The shank and the head are separate parts. The head has a bore with a cylindrical inner surface, a ring-shaped groove provided on the inner surface, and at least one slit extending from the inner surface to the outer surface of the head. The shank has a first portion for anchoring in the bone or vertebra and a second portion with a cylindrical outer surface adjoining a free end. A projection is provided on the cylindrical outer surface which engages with the ring-shaped groove of the head, when the cylindrical second portion of the shank is inserted in the bore of the head.

Abstract: A card feed system for feeding cards into a card handling system. The card feed system includes a card input compartment with a playing card support surface, a front wall, a rear wall and two side walls. The playing card support surface slopes toward the front wall at an angle between 12 degrees and 22 degrees. A slot is provided in the front wall to allow single cards to pass into the card handling system. The card feed system also includes a card moving system to advance cards through the slot.

Abstract: One aspect relates to a method for the production of synthetic quartz glass. Moreover, one aspect relates to a polyalkylsiloxane compound, which includes certain specifications with respect to chlorine content, metallic impurities content, and residual moisture, as well as the use thereof for the production of synthetic quartz glass. One aspect also relates to a synthetic quartz glass that can be obtained according to the method of one embodiment.

Abstract: The invention relates to a printed circuit board having a layer structure, which accommodates a plurality of electric circuits. The electric circuits are separated from each other by an insulating barrier layer having a minimum thickness (Di) and a minimum distance (D0) between conductive components of the electric circuits.

Abstract: The invention relates to a belt reel (10) for a seat belt of a vehicle, said reel comprising a plastic base body (22) with a receiving chamber (26) that contains a belt strap pin (34) for securing a belt strap (36). In said reel, a first end (52) of the belt strap pin (34) is directly supported on the base body (22) of the belt reel (10) and a second end (56) of the belt strap pin (34) is secured in a separate receiving part (54) that is attached to the base body (22).

Abstract: The invention refers to a feed and load unit serving for feeding or removing one or more work pieces in the machining chamber of a machine tool for machining purposes. For this the feed and load unit comprises at least two work piece carriers movably on a guide path. The work piece carrier serves for picking up at least one work piece. In the guide path a guide path section, angularly or diagonally to the direction of conveying of the work pieces on the guide path, movably by a drive is, provided. The guide path section is able to pick up at least one work piece carrier. The guide path section is shifted for loading and unloading purposes in the direction of the machining chamber.

Abstract: A new verbena plant particularly distinguished by blue violet flowers, early flowering, and good tolerance to powdery mildew, disclosed.

Abstract: A new dahlia plant particularly distinguished by purple-red flowers with white tips, a compact, semi-upright habit, and free basal branching, is disclosed.