Abstract: A method of analysis of body reactions to external stimuli with the use of a microprocessor diagnostic system is characterized in that the image obtained from the camera (1) is analyzed in a microprocessor system (2), wherein the image is obtained by exposure of the eye to visible light emitted by an illuminator, and then a video sequence is registered, and the analysis is performed by the microprocessor (2) executing a program that implements an algorithm of image analysis for detection of characteristic features of the image which allow its identification, and in the first place the eye (3) is detected, and then, in the region of its pupil (4), geometric parameters (5) of the pupil and their changes over time are measured, and on the basis of the data obtained a diagnosis module (6) generates a test result (7) transmitted to a database (8).

Abstract: Parking a vehicle with the use of an additional traction system allowing to move the vehicle at a low speed without starting its combustion engine characterised in that the vehicle is equipped with an additional traction system having an autonomous drive system controlled electronically by means of an intelligent controller (10) that allows to park the vehicle sideways with the use of a system of extendable and retractable additional wheels (5) mounted under chassis (6) of the vehicle by moving the vehicle in direction perpendicular to its normal driving direction.

Abstract: A method of diagnosing birthmarks on the skin with the use of the microprocessor diagnostic system characterized in that the image of skin area recorded by a camera (1) is transmitted to the microprocessor diagnostic system (2), and implemented in its interior algorithms executed by the microprocessor perform image analysis in order to obtain diagnostic information, wherein at first area subjected to testing is typed (3) within which the birthmarks are detected (4), then the coordinates of the birthmarks are determined and they are counted (5) and compared (6) with previous records of the same skin area stored in the database (8), giving the result (7) constituting the material, which is determining the growth of the amount of birthmarks and its dynamics on a given area of the skin.

Abstract: A device for aeroplane landing monitoring equipped with a microprocessor system for measuring height of an aeroplane above airfield apron in order to ensure correct course of landing and avoid damage of undercarriage or even the structure of fuselage and wings characterised in that the device (2) located in aeroplane (1) is equipped with a system of multi-channel measurement microprocessor sensors comprising a system of nose sensors (3) in the front part of the aeroplane and the system of tail sensors (4) in the rear part of the aeroplane. Each of the multi-channel measurement microprocessor sensor systems (3, 4) comprises at least one measurement sensor.

Abstract: A method for isolation of 1,3-propanediol from post-fermentation broth is disclosed. The method generally involves the following steps: (1) biomass removal from post-fermentation broth by one of the following methods: ultrafiltration, filtration, centrifugation or sedimentation; (2) 1,3-propanediol extraction with organic solvent mixture containing 2-butanone with high efficiency performed continuously or stepwise; (3) distillation under vacuum to obtain highly pure target product and (4) organic solvent recovery and recycling the solvent back into the process. The method is useful for recovering valuable 1,3-propanediol from aqueous solutions produced by fermentation.

Abstract: The present invention describes a method for the detection of contamination on a surface before performing a coating of the surface, said method comprising bringing a marker into contact with the surface, wherein the marker has the ability of accumulating at a contaminated area on the surface, and detecting the marker on the surface, wherein the marker is non-polar or amphiphilic.

Abstract: There is provided folding stairs having three segments of ladder stairs connected to one another with hinges. The first segment of stairs is connected with an articulated joint to a door frame using hinge holders fitted on the inside wall of the door frame, such that, during unfolding of these stairs rotation axle of the first segment of stairs does not change its position against the door frame. A flap is suspended to the first segment of stairs with at least two pairs of connecting rods, which together with the first segment of stairs and the flap form four-bar linkage.

Abstract: A manually-powered vehicle propelled by muscular force, whose user maintains a standing position, and whose drive is hand-held. The vehicle according to the invention includes two drive wheels, with independent mechanisms installed inside them, which transform the swinging motion of the levers into unidirectional gyration of the drive wheels axis thus driving the vehicle forward, at least one neutral wheel mounted in a way allowing rotation around the vertical axis, and where a low-slung platform is attached directly to the casing of the mechanisms.

Abstract: A valve device for changing over the mass flow of rod-like articles of the tobacco industry, between at least two non-parallel conveying channels feeding the rod-like articles and a conveying channel receiving the rod-like articles or between a conveying channel feeding the rod-like articles and at least two non-parallel conveying channels receiving the rod-like articles, comprising at least one rotatable element changing over the mass flow comprising a through channel for the transfer of the mass flow between the feeding conveying channel and the receiving conveying channel, with the rotatable change-over element having different angular positions relative to its principally horizontal axis of rotation which allow connecting individual feeding and receiving channels, characterized in that in the rotatable change-over element (4) at least one conveying unit (5) situated at the wall (7a, 7b, 7c, 7d) of a through channel (7) of the rotatable change-over element (4) is disposed, with the conveying unit (5) havin

Abstract: The subject of the invention is an attachment (3) of a wiper device, designed for fastening in a wiper arm (5) by a snap-fit connection, designed and configured for its connection to a connector (2) for fastening the wiper blade (1), wherein said snap connection has a yielding lock button (7), secured by a flexible tongue (8) to at least one of the end surfaces (11, 12) of the attachment (3), wherein said yielding lock button (7) is able to fit into a corresponding opening (15) of the wiper arm (5) and is able to snap in the wiper arm (5) when the attachment (3) of the wiper device is pressed into the wiper arm (5), characterized in that it has at least one locking wedge, configured to cooperate with the yielding lock button (7), on whose surface of the locking wedge (10) the yielding lock button (7) can move if it is tilted from the position of equilibrium, while the flexible tongue (8) is not tensioned.

Abstract: A method of measurement of application of aromatic varnish in offset and rotogravure printing includes adding to the aromatic varnish as a marker, one or more of organic and non-organic pigments that can be seen in visible or UV light in the amount ranging from 40,000 to 500,000 per 1 mm3. The mixture of the aromatic varnish and the marker undergoes dispergation, and clean proofs are made where the aromatic varnish coat corresponds to the coat assumed in the printing process. Using a microscope with magnification ranging from 100× to 500×, the number of pigment grains is measured in the clean proofs and then the proper printing process takes place. Samples printed with the varnish are collected and observed under a microscope in the reflected light, and then the number of visible pigment particles in the collected sample is compared with the number of visible pigments in the clean proof.

Abstract: The present disclosure concerns an indication mechanism for an automatic applicator, particularly for insulin or other liquid preparations, particularly for multiple injection administration of set doses of a medicine from an exchangeable container, for example for the self-application of insulin by diabetes patients. An indication mechanism for an automatic applicator, having an assembly of at least two barrels movably coupled to each other has an indication barrel mounted on the driving barrel contains only marking on its external surface and is co-axially connected to the pull-push control nut.

Abstract: Described herein an apparatus and methods used to remove unwanted by-products of metathesis reactions.

Abstract: Techniques are described that for reducing the cost and labor associated with replacing a balance system in a window assembly if the balance system fails or needs to be upgraded. In one example, a window jamb liner assembly comprises an elongated jamb liner comprising a back wall, first and second spaced-apart interior track walls extending from the back wall, and first and second spaced-apart exterior track walls extending from the back wall, wherein the first and second spaced-apart interior track walls define an interior track, wherein the first and second spaced-apart exterior track walls define an exterior track, wherein the first and second spaced-apart interior track walls and the first and second spaced-apart exterior track walls extend substantially perpendicular to the back wall, wherein the second interior track wall terminates at a first top edge, and wherein the second exterior track wall terminates at a second top edge.

Abstract: A portable studio for item photography is developed as a closed container whose base (1), sides (2) with covers (3) and rotating table (4) are immobile and interconnected, and with a movable, rotating housing, (5) with a holder (7) for attaching the photographic camera. There is a rotating table (4) inside the housing and light sources (14) in the housing. The housing consists of two coaxial surfaces-outer (5) and inner (6), in a shape approximating a cylinder, between which the light sources (14) are distributed horizontally and in sections.

Abstract: The subject of the present invention is solid dosage form containing cytisine and ancillary substances characterised in that it contains from 0.1% to 5% micronised cytisine, wherein all molecules have a diameter less than from 10 ???, corn starch from 40% to 60%, preferably 99.9% particles sized from 5 ??? to 25 ???, macrocrystalline cellulose in an amount from 40% to 60%, preferably the particle size is: 99% below 38 ???, wherein the mass ratio of ancillary substances to the active ingredient is from 1:19 to 1:999 and is in the form of a hard capsule as well as a method of obtaining it.

Abstract: A fluid visualization and characterization system includes a measuring section with a housing defining a fluid flow path for fluid flow. The measuring section includes one or more transducers to emit ultrasonic signals into the fluid flow, and at least one receiver to receive reflections of the ultrasonic signal from reflectors in the fluid flow. The system includes a memory for storing data and a processor operatively connected to the memory. The processor comprises several modules. A velocity estimating module is configured to apply one or more velocity estimation algorithms to received reflections of the ultrasonic signal, or data indicative thereof, to determine a velocity profile of the fluid flow. A deconvolution module is configured to apply a deconvolution algorithm at least to the determined velocity profile to determine a true velocity profile of the fluid flow.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a method for selecting a codec which is optimal in terms of the properties of the communication channel in a sound transmission system that uses packet-switched data communications. The method involves continuous measurement of the properties of communication channel in each direction and the selection of a codec optimal for the transmission in a given direction from a set of available codecs.

Abstract: An assembly according to the invention includes two pairs of relays, such as SSR semiconductor relays. The relays of each pair operate with the opposite direct current potentials. Direct current with the voltage of 220 V to 400 V as well as control lines are connected to the clamps of the controlled relays. The operation of the relays is controlled by means of a controller, such as a PLC programmable controller. The relays are connected to the first electrode clamp, and the other relays to the second electrode clamp. The assembly operates in such a way that the PLC controller activates the relays from the line, which simultaneously activate the flow of the direct current with the voltage of 220 V to 400 V and mutually opposite polarity. As a result of this, a difference of potentials appears on the electrode clamps.

Abstract: An automation system without any of the devices in the system being required to have knowledge of each other or of the topology of the network. The automation system comprises sensor nodes and actor nodes. The sensor nodes transmit information via a wireless network based on changes that are sensed by the sensors, such as a button being pushed or motion being detected. The actor nodes detect the information that is transmitted over the wireless network and control appliance functions based on the information detected. After the sensor and actor nodes are initialized, the sensor nodes transmit packets into the network based on changes that are detected in their environment. Meanwhile, the actor nodes monitor the network for packets that contain information of scenes that are relevant to each node. Based on the information contained in each such packet, the node acts on the information by controlling its appliance function.