Abstract: A system and method for prolonging battery life in solar-powered power stations (SPPSs). The method includes determining, based on battery usage data captured by a SPPS including a battery and a current regulator, a first maximum charge level, wherein the current regulator has configured the battery such that a current charge level of the battery does not exceed the first maximum charge level, wherein the first maximum charge level corresponds to a first expected useful life; determining a second maximum charge level for the battery based on the battery usage data, wherein the second maximum charge level corresponds to a second expected useful life that is longer than the first expected useful life; and sending, to the current regulator, reconfiguration instructions that are based on the second maximum charge level, wherein the current charge level of the reconfigured battery does not exceed the second maximum charge level.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to ethylene interpolymer compositions and films prepared therefrom. Specifically: ethylene interpolymer products having: a dimensionless Long Chain Branching Factor, LCBF, greater than or equal to 0.001; a residual catalytic metal of from ?0.03 to ?5 ppm of hafnium, and; a dimensionless unsaturation ratio, UR, of from ??0.40 to ?0.06, wherein UR is defined by the following relationship; UR=(SCU?TU)/TU, where SCU is the amount of a side chain unsaturation per 100 carbons and TU is amount of a terminal unsaturation per 100 carbons, in said ethylene interpolymer product. The disclosed ethylene interpolymer products have a melt index from about 0.3 to about 500 dg/minute, a density from about 0.855 to about 0.975 g/cc, a polydispersity (Mw/Mn) from about 1.7 to about 25 and a Composition Distribution Breadth Index (CDBI50) from about 1% to about 98%.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an improved solution polymerization process wherein the molecular weight of an ethylene interpolymer product can be increased relative to a comparative process; or at constant ethylene interpolymer molecular weight the improved process can be operated at higher polymerization temperature relative to the comparative process. This disclosure also relates to an improved solution polymerization process wherein an ethylene interpolymer product at target density can be produced at a lower [?-olefin/ethylene] weight ratio in the reactor, relative to a comparative process. Process solvent, ethylene, optional comonomers, optional hydrogen and a bridged metallocene catalyst formulation are injected into one or more reactors to form the ethylene interpolymer product. The catalyst is subsequently deactivated, the solution is optionally passivated and following a phase separation process the ethylene interpolymer product is recovered.

Abstract: Asphalt shingles are commonly sold in a package that is prepared from polyethylene film. The packages are prone to premature failure after prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It has now been found that the addition of carbon black to the film can improve the UV resistance life of polyethylene packaging for asphalt shingles.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an improved continuous solution polymerization process wherein production rate is increased. Process solvent, ethylene, optional comonomers, optional hydrogen and a bridged metallocene catalyst formulation are injected into a first reactor to form a first ethylene interpolymer. Optionally, process solvent, ethylene, optional comonomers, optional hydrogen and a bridged metallocene catalyst formulation are injected into a second reactor forming a second ethylene interpolymer. The first and second reactors may be configured in series or parallel modes of operation. Optionally, a third ethylene interpolymer is formed in a third reactor, wherein a homogeneous catalyst formulation or a heterogeneous catalyst formulation is employed. In solution, the first, optional second and optional third ethylene interpolymers are combined, the catalyst is deactivated, the solution is optionally passivated and following a phase separation process an ethylene interpolymer product is recovered.

Abstract: In some embodiments provided herein are processes for controlling carbon dioxide output levels coming from an oxidative dehydrogenation (ODH) process. Carbon dioxide output from an ODH process includes that produced in the ODH reaction and carry over when carbon dioxide is used as an inert diluent. Under certain circumstances carbon dioxide can also be consumed in the ODH process by acting as an oxidizing agent. By varying the amount of steam introduced into the ODH process an operator may alter the degree to which carbon dioxide acts as an oxidizing agent. This in turn allows a level of control in the degree to which carbon dioxide is consumed in the process, effecting overall carbon dioxide output. Minimizing the carbon dioxide output provides an opportunity to limit or eliminate the requirement for release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

Abstract: An electrode water heater/steam generator is provided. The electrode water heater/steam generator comprises a housing for containing water therein. The housing has at least an opening for transmission of water therethrough. At least two electrodes are disposed inside the housing and secured thereto such that at least one of the electrodes is enabled to vibrate during provision of AC electrical power. Electrical circuitry connects at least one of the electrodes to a live wire of an AC electrical power supply and at least another of the electrodes to a neutral wire of the AC electrical power supply.

Abstract: Bird carriers and methods of restraining birds are disclosed. Each bird carrier may include a torso support, one or more leg clamps, and a head support. The head support may further include a beak receiving passage such that at least a portion of the birds' beaks are exposed. The bird carriers may restrain one or both legs and heads of the birds while supporting their torsos. Restraining the legs and the heads of the birds while supporting their torsos may produce a calming effect such that the birds exhibit significantly reduced struggling in an attempt to free themselves from the carrier.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a plasma source can comprise a plasma emitter comprising a first electrode and a second electrode, the first electrode and the second electrode defining an electrode gap. In some embodiments, the plasma source can further comprise an enclosure housing attached to a distal end of the plasma emitter, the enclosure housing can comprise a delivery device configured to introduce a metal conductor through an axial opening in the second electrode and into the electrode gap and a device housing attached to a proximal end of the plasma emitter, the device housing can comprise a high voltage transformer electrically coupled to a capacitor unit. In some embodiments, the capacitor unit electrically can be coupled to a contactor, and the contactor can be electrically coupled to the first electrode. Other embodiments of related methods and systems are also provided.

Abstract: The activity of an in situ prepared Ziegler Natta catalyst in a solution polymerization may be tuned on a continuous basis by monitoring the catalyst activity (conversions) and on a frequent periodic basis incrementally adjusting the alkyl halide in the catalyst to optimize the activity.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions including epinephrine fine particles, including epinephrine nanoparticles or nanocrystals and epinephrine microparticles or microcrystals, and methods for therapeutic use of the compositions for the treatment of conditions responsive to epinephrine such as a cardiac event or an allergic reaction, particularly anaphylaxis. The epinephrine fine particles can be incorporated into orally-disintegrating and fast-disintegrating tablet pharmaceutical formulations and can significantly increase the sublingual bioavailability of epinephrine, and thereby reduce the epinephrine dose required.

Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by numerous, large, lemon-gold flowers edged in Chinese red, continuous bloom time, semi-double to double flowers, pine green leaves, a trailing habit, and excellent vigor.

Abstract: A transfer line between the outlet of a steam cracker and the inlet for the quench system has metallic or ceramic inserts having a pore size from about 0.001 to about 0.5 microns inside the line forming a gas tight barrier with the inner surface of the line and having a vent for the resulting gas tight pocket are used to separate H2, CH4, CO and CO2 from cracked gases reducing the load on the down-stream separation train of the steam cracker.

Abstract: A data analysis method and system are presented for use in determining one or more parameters of a patterned structure located on top of an underneath layered structure. According to this technique, input data is provided which includes first measured data PMD being a function ƒ of spectral intensity I? and phase ?, PMD=ƒ(I?;?), corresponding to a complex spectral response of the underneath layered structure, and second measured data Smeas indicative of specular reflection spectral response of a sample formed by the patterned structure and the underneath layered structure. Also provided is a general function F describing a relation between a theoretical optical response Stheor of the sample and a modeled optical response Smodel of the patterned structure and the complex spectral response PMD of the underneath layered structure, such that Stheor=F(Smodel; PMD).

Abstract: The present invention discloses the novel coumarin derivative of formula (1): its synthesis, pharmaceutical composition, preparation and use thereof. The pharmaceutical composition including: (1) the novel coumarin derivative of formula (1) as active pharmaceutical ingredient; and (2) one or more pharmaceutical excipients, required to yield final dosage forms suitable for therapeutic administration. The composition is safe and efficient therapeutic agent for viral diseases including the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Abstract: An improved pail container includes a container body that includes an opening and a chamber that is configured to receive and hold, e.g., a liquid, and, a lid that is removably attachable to the container body; wherein the container body may include a base defining a bottom of the container body and a sidewall that is configured to project upward from the base and form the opening; wherein the base and the sidewall include the chamber; and wherein the container body includes at least one cavity for a user to hold the pail container.

Abstract: A sensor system and a method for optical analysis of bulk material, having a sample space for receiving the bulk material that is to be examined, wherein a measurement section extending in the bulk material is realized in the sample space. In this case, means for changing the length of the measurement section are present. A harvester equipped, a laboratory or mobile system equipped with the system is also provided.

Abstract: A new and distinct form of Agastache plant characterized by red flowers in large, extended inflorescences, flower color that stays red when planted out in full sun, continuous bloom from spring through fall in Canby, Oreg., excellent branching, a short compact habit, and excellent vigor.

Abstract: A new and distinct form of Agastache plant is provided, characterized by butter yellow flowers in good size inflorescences, a long bloom time, a very short, compact, bushy habit, good cold tolerance, and excellent vigor.

Abstract: A new and distinct Echinacea plant named ‘TNECHPC’ is provided herein, characterized by medium size, red to red-orange ray florets, cinnamon-colored, anemone type, semi-double disc florets, an amazing number of inflorescences starting in the first season, a very compact habit, very long bloom time with excellent rebloom, and excellent vigor.