Abstract: Rotary actuators having a final output member rotatable about an axis of rotation; a motor unit designed to drive the final output member for rotation about the axis of rotation; and an elastic unit arranged between the motor unit and the final output member and having an input member torsionally coupled to the motor unit and an output member rigidly connected for rotation with the final output member are provided.

Abstract: This mechanism offers a simple solution wherein an axial movement of a grooved piece (6) brings about a radial movement of rigid balls (5) that grip and deform a pipe (1) that is initially in a plastic state. Depending on the geometry of the channels (7) of the grooved piece (6), a variable grip is achieved. This gripping operation is simply released as the grooved piece (6) returns to its initial position, the pipe (1) itself now being in a solid state, so that the balls (5) are returned to their initial position. The correct position for gripping the plastic pipe can be detected by a detector (11). The pressurization of the plastic pipe can be achieved thanks to an elastic joint (10) on the piece that surrounds the pipe (1).

Abstract: A method for generating a set of analytical redundancy relations representative of a system with which a plurality of sensors is associated for the observation of variables indicative of operating conditions and adapted to enable detection and discrimination of faults. A complete set of analytical redundancy relations of the system is built from a set of intermediate relations established between observable and non-observable variables of the system, wherein each intermediate relation is generated by combining two predetermined relations Rj, Rk, each of which is expressed in an implicit form as a tuple (i) of a subset Sj of system variables, (ii) of the set Cj of the support components for said relation, and (iii) of the set Tj of the primary relations used to derive said intermediate relation.

Abstract: A human skin moisture measuring device having an interdigitated resistive sensor formed on a plate-like transparent support is described, with a face designed to be placed into contact with the skin to be subjected to the moisture degree measurement. The device further comprises image sensing means turned towards the opposite face of the support and a lighting device arranged sideways relative to the support to direct the light radiation in the support at a prefixed angle. Means for processing the signal coming from the interdigitated resistive sensor and from the image sensing means give as output a value of the measured moisture degree that is normalized with respect to the actual surface of contact between skin and sensor.

Abstract: A three aerogenerator blades (1, 2, 3) packing system for transporting, handling and storing of aerogenerator blades (1, 2, 3). The prior art does not provide for cost-effective packing systems for sets of three blades. One aspect of the invention is directed to a method of packing three aerogenerator blades (1, 2, 3) and other aspect is directed to a packing system comprising a root frame (4) and a binding frame (5), wherein the blades (1, 2, 3) are in a edgewise position.

Abstract: This patents refers to a system developed for detecting leaks in single-phase and multiphase fluid transport pipelines characterized by use measurements cells (3), sensors (4), locals processors (5) and neural models, where the measuring sensors (4) and the measurement cells (3) are installed at a number of locations along the pipeline with the purpose of monitoring the characteristic leak and normal operational pipeline transient waveforms. The local processors (5) are responsible for obtaining and sampling the signals supplied by the sensors (4), as well as their pre-processing, to make them compatible with the inputs to the neural model, this are associated to dynamic memory banks for analyzing the signals supplied by the sensors with the aim of emitting an alarm in the event that waveforms with the characteristics of a leak are detected.

Abstract: Novel compounds are continually sought after to treat and prevent diseases and disorders. The invention relates to N-(2-oxo-1-phenylpiperidin-3-yl)sulfonamides useful for being biologically and pharmacologically screened, and to contribute to the exploration and identification of new lead molecules that are capable of modulating the functional activity of a biological target.

Abstract: A method for constructing an FPSO comprises (a) assembling and integrating a plurality of modules to form a module assembly for installation on the FPSO. In addition, the method comprises (b) supporting the module assembly with one or more ballast adjustable pontoons. Further, the method comprises (c) positioning the module assembly over a deck of a vessel after (a) and (b). Still further the method comprises (d) de-ballasting the vessel and/or ballasting the one or more pontoons to load the module assembly onto the deck of the vessel after (c).

Abstract: The apparatus (2) for early diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome, of the type comprising: receiving means which define a receiving zone (8) for receiving a patient's finger, means for measuring the cutaneous sensibility of a finger (10) disposed in said receiving means, comprising a device for determining a sensation threshold of the finger pulp and a device for measuring the innervation density of the finger pulp, each device comprising protruding portions (22) adapted to be brought into contact with the finger (10), is characterized in that the protruding portions (22) of the device for measuring the innervation density are identical with those of the device for determining the sensation threshold.

Abstract: Particularly applicable to the implementation of sustainability requirements concerning on the promotion of the use of bioproduct from renewable sources, through the system and method described is possible to ensure that the origin of raw materials is sustainable (according to a previously defined sustainability requirements), avoiding travel to the area of interest, thus saving time and economic costs and preventing errors and fraud. More specifically, the system and method object of the invention are particularly applicable for identifying those areas that comply with said sustainability requirements. Said sustainability requirements state that raw material intended for bioproduct shall not be made from lands with a high biodiversity, high carbon stock or peatlands, and bearing in mind additionally the land use requirement.

Abstract: The present invention consists of a packing device for logistics of groups of wind turbine rotor blades, preferably of pairs of blades, including at least two structures, each one having a peripheral frame. For guaranteeing the proper conditions for the logistics, said blades are supported and fastened to the structures by flexible belts stressed by ratchets, being said blade profile partially or entirely enveloped by said flexible belts. And alternatively, the device for logistics of groups of wind turbine rotor blades may include tip protection cover, blades fastening device, such as belts, ropes or chains, and protecting devices on areas of contact between the blades to prevent the friction.

Abstract: A method for the generation of a set of conflicts for model-based system diagnostics is described, with which system a plurality of sensors is associated for the observation of variables indicative of operation conditions. The method starts from generating a complete set of Analytical Redundancy Relations (ARRs) in implicit form and, for each diagnosis instance: it performs a system simulation, computing the expected values for a first subset of Analytical Redundancy Relations (D-ARRs) including the relations involving only one system observation variable; it compares the expected and observed values of the system observation variables to identify the inconsistent variables, i.e.

Abstract: A system and method to detect uncrushable metallic pieces hidden inside a mineral load directly inside a transport device to a primary crusher includes a directionally adjustable radar having at least one device with electromagnetic wave emitter/receiver antennas, a portal through which the transport device passes, a spectral generator/analyzer connected to the antenna devices that generates the electromagnetic waves and analyzes the echoes of the electromagnetic waves that interact with the mineral load, and a computational device that includes a digital signal processor connected to the spectral generator/analyzer.

Abstract: High performance thin-film, transistors are entirely processed at temperatures not exceeding 150° C., using amorphous multi component dielectrics based on the mixture of high band gap and high dielectric constant (K) materials. The sputtered or ink jet printed mixed dielectric materials such as Ta2O5 with SiO2 or Al2O3 or HfO2 with SiO2 or Al2O3 are used. These multicomponent dielectrics allow producing amorphous dielectrics to be introduced in high stable electronic devices with low leakage currents, while preserving a high dielectric constant. This results in producing thin film transistors with remarkable electrical properties, such as the ones produced based on Ga—In—Zn oxide as channel layers and where the dielectric was the combination of the mixture Ta2O5:SiO2, exhibiting field-effect mobility exceeding 35 cm2 V?1 s?1, close to 0 V turn-on voltage, on/off ratio higher than 106 and subthreshold slope below 0.24 V dec?1.

Abstract: A method of producing a lasing microsource of colloidal nanocrystals. The method includes the steps of preparing a nanocrystal solution in a solvent; depositing at least a drop of the nanocrystals solution with a drop volume below 1 nl on a flat substrate; and evaporating the solvent to dryness thereby to obtain at the edge of the evaporated drop a single annular stripe including a domain wherein the nanocrystals are arranged in an ordered array, wherein the ordered nanocrystals in the domain constitute an active region capable of lasing and the radially inner and outer edges of the stripe define a resonant cavity in which the active region is inserted.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sulphided multi-metallic catalyst, the process for obtaining it by sulphidation of a multi-metallic solid and use thereof in a process for producing higher alcohols (C2+), mainly ethanol, through the catalytic conversion of synthesis gas.

Abstract: Particles are extracted automatically from a duct through which they are transported in a current of gas. The method of applicable for the determination of ash content and volatile content of solid fuels and for unburned materials in ash. The particles are deposited on a crucible (10) that is constantly inside a temperature controlled electric oven (9) The apparatus has a duct (16) that, penetrating the oven (9), terminates in the form of a dome at the height of the upper part of the crucible (10). The sample accesses the oven (9) by gravity through the duct (16) and is deposited in the crucible (10) where it is heated. This crucible (10) is supported on a rod (11) that penetrates the lower part of the oven and rests on an analytical balance (14). After heating, the sample is aspirated by the vertical duct (16) to enable the start of a new cycle.

Abstract: A hinged fitting for an article of seating furniture, which has a supporting element which is capable of being swung, by means of a swing over joint, from a basic position to the side of the seat to an end position that is located in front of the seat to form a leg rest, with the top or lateral surface of the supporting element in the basic position becoming the bottom surface thereof in the end position, has a displacement device, by means of which the end position of the supporting element can be displaced to a position in front of the seat or the base frame of the article of seating furniture beyond the position defined by the swing over joint.

Abstract: It is described an aqueous composition for the protection and strengthening of plants comprising: polyethylene glycol in a concentration of 2.0 to 10.0 grams per liter of the composition, wherein the polyethylene glycol has a molecular weight of 6000 to 8000 grams/mol; vitamin A or a derivative or precursor thereof, including mixtures of same, in a concentration of 0.1 to 10.0 grams per liter of composition, and, at least a red coloring agent in a concentration of 0.1 to 10.0 grams per liter of composition, wherein said colorant enables the passage of light at wavelengths greater than 600 nanometers. The aqueous composition is very useful to prevent biotic or abiotic factors generating stress in plants, as well as for quickly improving plants that are in this state. In an embodiment of the invention, the aqueous composition comprises at least one glucoside; and/or at least a foliar fertilizer. In addition, it is described the application method for the composition.

Abstract: An actuator (10) includes a body (12), an output member (14) slidably received in the body (12) along—a first axis (X1), an electric motor (18) arranged to set into rotation a motor shaft (20) about a, second axis (X2) and a motion conversion mechanism (22) for converting the rotary motion produced by the electric motor (18) about the second axis (X2) into a translational motion of the output member (14) along the first axis (X1). The motion conversion mechanism (22) includes a driving pulley (24) which is drivingly connected for rotation with the motor shaft (20) and an elongated mechanical transmission member which is wound onto the driving pulley (24) and is fastened at its two opposite ends to the output member (14) to draw this latter in either direction along the first axis (X1) as a result of the rotation of the driving pulley (24) in either direction. The output member (14) is shaped as a rod and is received in a cylindrical cavity (16) of the body (12) so as to project partially therefrom.