Abstract: The inorganic particle according to the present invention is composed of aggregation of crystalline and amorphous small particles and has a spherical and smooth surface. The spherical appearance, low crystallinity and narrow particle size distribution of inorganic particle are more advantageous in reducing scratch defects in the CMP process. In addition, since the small particles on the surface of the inorganic particle provide more active sites, the inorganic particle has an excellent removal rate, so it is advantageous as a next-generation CMP abrasive.

Abstract: A light supplementation and thermal insulation device for microalgae pipeline cultivation and a method for microalgae pipeline cultivation is provided. The light supplementation and thermal insulation device has a combined light conversion film body, fixing parts located at an upper end and a lower end of the combined light conversion film body, and lifting systems; the combined light conversion film body comprises a bottom opaque film, a middle reflective film, and an upper light conversion film; the bottom opaque film, the middle reflective film, and the upper light conversion film are fixed together as a whole by the fixing parts at the upper end and the lower end; the lifting systems are connected to the fixing parts at the upper end. It solves the problem of difficult light supplementation during the daytime in microalgae pipeline cultivation and also addresses the issue of thermal insulation during the nighttime.

Abstract: A feed additive, a laying hen feed, and a method for producing astaxanthin eggs are provided. The feed additive provided includes the following components in parts by weight: 5-50 parts of Haematococcus pluvialis, 6-10 parts of vegetable oil, and 6-8 parts of vitamin E. The chicken feed provided by the present invention includes the feed additive and a basal feed. The present invention can improve the enrichment of astaxanthin in Haematococcus pluvialis in the yolk, increase the pigment content of the yolk, and improve the nutrition value of egg products. According to the present invention, the feed additive described above with a specific content is added to the chicken feed, and the feed additive is fed to the hens at a specific feeding amount, so that the palatability of the feed and hens' intake of the feed are not influenced.

Abstract: A culture method for high-concentration Haematococcus pluvialis includes the following steps: 1) inoculating a Haematococcus pluvialis algae into a first culture medium for culturing for 7-10 days, collecting algal cells, inoculating the algal cells into a new first culture medium for culturing until a dry weight concentration of the algal cells in a Haematococcus pluvialis liquid obtained by culturing is 2.0 g/L or more, and collecting the algal cells, namely motile vegetative cells; 2) inoculating the motile vegetative cells into a second culture medium for culturing for 13-15 days to obtain nonmotile vegetative cells with aged cell walls; and 3) inoculating the nonmotile vegetative cells into a third culture medium for culturing for 10-14 days, inducing the generation of astaxanthin until a content of the astaxanthin is 6% or more, and finishing the culture.

Abstract: A device and method for forming NO-containing gas flow to treat a biological object is disclosed. The device may include an anode, a cathode, an interelectrode area between the cathode and the anode, an NO-containing gas flow outlet channel leading from the interelectrode area to a nozzle for directing and releasing the NO-containing gas flow from the device and a mechanism to adjust a relative position between the anode and the cathode to produce varying concentrations of NO. In addition, the device may include one or more features for interconnecting the various components to ensure proper and consistent assembly of the device.

Abstract: A system for providing a NO-containing gas flow to treat a biological object. The system includes a nozzle receptacle for receiving NO-rich air from a plasma-generated NO source, tubing coupled to the nozzle for directing the NO-rich air to a scrubber, the scrubber configured to receive a solvent for absorbing NO2, tubing coupled between the scrubber and a gas mixer for directing scrubbed NO-rich air to the gas mixer, where the gas mixer is coupled to a source of atmospheric air for selectively mixing the scrubbed NO-rich air with the atmospheric air to create diluted NO-containing air; and a manifold for distributing the diluted NO-containing air to a plurality of patient locations.

Abstract: A device and method for forming NO-containing gas flow to treat a biological object is disclosed. The device may include an anode, a cathode, an interelectrode area between the cathode and the anode, an NO-containing gas flow outlet channel leading from the interelectrode area to a nozzle for directing and releasing the NO-containing gas flow from the device and a mechanism to adjust a relative position between the anode and the cathode to produce varying concentrations of NO. In addition, the device may include one or more features for interconnecting the various components to ensure proper and consistent assembly of the device.

Abstract: A device and method for forming NO-containing gas flow to treat a biological object is disclosed. The device may include an anode, a cathode, an interelectrode area between the cathode and the anode, an NO-containing gas flow outlet channel leading from the interelectrode area to a nozzle for directing and releasing the NO-containing gas flow from the device and a mechanism to adjust a relative position between the anode and the cathode to produce varying concentrations of NO. In addition, the device may include one or more features for interconnecting the various components to ensure proper and consistent assembly of the device.

Abstract: A cryogen refilling system includes a reservoir assembly for holding cryogen and a delivery channel in fluid communication with the reservoir assembly for delivering cryogen from the reservoir assembly to a microscope cryogen holder. The delivery channel includes at least one control valve. The system also includes a sensor-lid assembly and a controller. The sensor-lid assembly includes a sensor assembly configured to detect a level of cryogen in the microscope cryogen holder. The controller is configured to receive sensor data from the sensor assembly, analyze the sensor data to determine whether the microscope cryogen holder requires refilling, and in response to determining that the microscope cryogen holder requires refilling, cause a valve control mechanism to open the at least one control valve of the delivery channel.

Abstract: A device for generating and delivering Nitric Oxide (NO) to a treatment site includes a main unit, an applicator, a connector hose, and a mobile stand. The main unit provides power and a gas to the applicator via the connector hose. The applicator includes a plasma generator for generating NO in a plasma state. The main unit including a user interface to enable a user to control at least one operational aspect of the device. The applicator includes a pistol grip handle, a trigger for actuating the plasma generator, a hose connection for coupling to the connector hose, and a cowl portion for spacing a tip of the plasma generator at a predetermined distance from a treatment site. Sensors are provided with the applicator for sending feedback and monitoring application site temperature, proximity to the application, applicator motion and the like.

Abstract: Veterinary methods for administering nitric oxide (NO) in a plasma state to a treatment site associated with an animal are disclosed. A discrete stream of matter is placed in a plasma state, in which the stream has, as part of its content, a desired concentration of NO. The discrete stream of matter is directed at a site of action associated with an animal to achieve a therapeutic result. A method for decontamination of veterinary equipment with NO in a plasma state is also disclosed.

Abstract: A device and method for forming NO-containing gas flow to treat a biological object is disclosed. The device may include an anode, a cathode, an interelectrode area between the cathode and the anode, an NO-containing gas flow outlet channel leading from the interelectrode area to a nozzle for directing and releasing the NO-containing gas flow from the device and a mechanism to adjust a relative position between the anode and the cathode to produce varying concentrations of NO. In addition, the device may include one or more features for interconnecting the various components to ensure proper and consistent assembly of the device.

Abstract: An apparatus for treating a biologic object includes a device for forming NO-containing gas flow to treat the biologic object and a plasma cooling mechanism coupled to a distal end of the device. The plasma cooling mechanism may include a cooling member and/or a cooling apparatus. The cooling member is coupled to a distal end of the device and includes a fluid conduit and a cooling chamber surrounding the fluid conduit. The cooling apparatus is coupled to a distal end of the cooling member so that the NO-containing gas flow travels from a discharge aperture formed in the device through the fluid conduit and passed the cooling apparatus before reaching the biologic object.

Abstract: A device for generating and delivering Nitric Oxide (NO) to a treatment site includes a main unit, an applicator, a connector hose, and a mobile stand. The main unit provides power and a gas to the applicator via the connector hose. The applicator includes a plasma generator for generating NO in a plasma state. The main unit including a user interface to enable a user to control at least one operational aspect of the device. The applicator includes a pistol grip handle, a trigger for actuating the plasma generator, a hose connection for coupling to the connector hose, and a cowl portion for spacing a tip of the plasma generator at a predetermined distance from a treatment site. Sensors are provided with the applicator for sending feedback and monitoring application site temperature, proximity to the application, applicator motion and the like.

Abstract: Veterinary methods for administering nitric oxide (NO) in a plasma state to a treatment site associated with an animal are disclosed. A discrete stream of matter is placed in a plasma state, in which the stream has, as part of its content, a desired concentration of NO. The discrete stream of matter is directed at a site of action associated with an animal to achieve a therapeutic result. A method for decontamination of veterinary equipment with NO in a plasma state is also disclosed.

Abstract: A suspension system for a differential-pressure touch sensitive panel suspended over force sensors, for use in either fixed or mobile devices such as point of sales terminals, kiosks, laptops, monitors, PDAs, cell phones, UMPCs and more. In one embodiment, a number of leaf springs are attached directly to the touch lens at both ends and attached directly to the underlying housing at the center, effectively pulling the leaf spring down at the center into a concave arc. The spring bias preloads the touch lens downward against the force sensors. The leaf springs bring the touch lens into a fixed state in the xy-plane and resist translation; however, the touch lens remains free to float against the bias of the leaf spring(s) without any frictional physical contact along the z-axis.

Abstract: A paper clip is formed with a base length of wire and integral legs at opposite ends of the base length. The legs are bent so they cross at a location spaced from the base length and are resiliently contiguous where they cross. At least one of the outer end portions of the legs is bent in a direction so the outer tips of the legs will engage the opposite surfaces of a stack of sheets held between the legs.

Abstract: A touch screen assembly for an electronic device such as a cell phone or PDA. The touch screen assembly generally comprises a floating lens suspended over the display and, optionally, the keypad to allow a degree of freedom. An underlying thin connecting layer such as a flex film is attached beneath the floating lens, and a plurality (for example, four) differentially-mounted pressure sensors are mounted beneath the floating lens and are electrically connected to the electronic device via the flex film. The pressure sensors are differentially positioned along an x- and y-axis for registering a pressure z from a touch to the lens at each of the four positions, to provide four data sets (x1-4, y1-4, z1-4). Control software then interprets the exact touch-coordinate from the four data sets and generates a control signal. An optional haptic response generator and/or motion sensor are also contemplated.