Abstract: A development of a polyolefin-based composition for manufacturing halogen-free, flame retardant, low smoke emission, thermoplastic insulations for use in electrical conductor cables, applied as insulation, that can be processed at high speed in the equipment used for its application. The composition being a mixture of at least two polyolefin-based polymer resins, which are a first soft and flexible resin and a second and heat-resistance provider resin; at least one compatibilizing and coupling agent; at least one flame retardant; at least one antioxidant; at least one lubricant and optionally at least one nanometric clay.

Abstract: The present invention is related to electric and/or telecommunications cables having retro-reflective integral covers to be used in harsh environments with low or null visibility and the manufacturing process thereof. Cables of the present invention comprise a core capable of incorporating a plurality of electric and/or telecommunications conductors, reinforcement elements and/or filler elements; a first protective cover layer wrapping the core; at least one reflective tape including visible external light retro-reflective elements, and wrapping the first protective cover layer, which constitutes a second cover layer; and a third protective cover layer wrapping the second cover layer, constituted by the reflective tape having retro-reflective elements and the first protective cover layer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for obtaining abiraterone and derivatives thereof, such as abiraterone acetate, by means of a Suzuki coupling through a steroid borate of general formula (IV) or a C—C coupling through a steroid hydrazone of general formula (II), as well as to intermediates useful in said processes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the development of a polyolefin-based composition for manufacturing halogen-free, flame retardant, low smoke emission, thermoplastic insulations showing good electrical properties in water for use in electrical conductor cables. The composition applied as insulation, besides granting the above mentioned features, also shows good characteristics during the extrusion process, so that it can be processed at high speed in the equipment used for its application. The composition of the present invention comprises a mixture of at least two polyolefin-based polymer resins, a first soft and flexible resin and a second and heat-resistance provider resin; at least one compatibilizing and coupling agent; at least one flame retardant; at least one antioxidant; at least one lubricant and optionally at least one nanometric clay for enhancing fire resistance properties.

Abstract: Flame retardant, low smoke emission and halogen free energy cable with silane cross-linked polyolefin insulation and polyamide jacket for electrical installations up to 600 V, based on: a) an electric conductor core made of copper or aluminum; b) an insulating layer made of silane cross-linked polyethylene; and c) a flame retardant nylon-6 jacket with low smoke emission; characterized in that said core a) is based on a plurality of soft copper wires with electrical resistivity no greater than 17,241 nOhm.m (0.15328 Ohm.g/m2) equivalent to a IACS 100% conductivity or aluminum with electrical resistivity not greater than 28,264 nOhm.m (0.07639 Ohm.g/m2) equivalent to a IACS 61% conductivity and having reduced insulating thicknesses.

Abstract: Antibodies, or antigen-binding fragment thereof, which bind to a CCR7 receptor are capable of selectively killing, impairing migration and/or blocking dissemination of tumor cells expressing a CCR7 receptor. Use of said antibodies for killing or for inducing apoptosis of said tumor is disclosed, thus providing an alternative therapy for treatment of cancer which tumor cells express a CCR7 receptor.

Abstract: Flame retardant, low smoke emission and halogen free energy cable with silane cross-linked polyolefin insulation and polyamide jacket for electrical installations up to 600 V, based on: a) an electric conductor core made of copper or aluminum; b) an insulating layer made of silane cross-linked polyethylene; and c) a flame retardant nylon-6 jacket with low smoke emission; characterized in that said core a) is based on a plurality of soft copper wires with electrical resistivity no greater than 17,241 nOhm.m (0.15328 Ohm.g/m2) equivalent to a IACS 100% conductivity or aluminum with electrical resistivity not greater than 28,264 nOhm.m (0.07639 Ohm.g/m2) equivalent to a IACS 61% conductivity and having reduced insulating thicknesses.

Abstract: Antibodies, or antigen-binding fragment thereof, which bind to a CCR7 receptor are capable of selectively killing, impairing migration and/or blocking dissemination of tumour cells expressing a CCR7 receptor. Use of said antibodies for killing or for inducing apoptosis of said tumour is disclosed, thus providing an alternative therapy for treatment of cancer which tumour cells express a CCR7 receptor.

Abstract: Thermoplastic formulations to manufacture pipe and fluid accessories for home and industrial use comprising a polyvinyl chlorinated thermoplastic compound (CPVC) at a level up to 100 phr, oxidizing agents, polymer promoter agents, and impact modifier agents characterized because it includes a blend of internal and external lubricant agents based on: paraffinic wax selected from paraffinic wax from calcium stearate, polyethylene wax, oxidized polyethylene wax, stearic acid and fatty acid waxes, polyethylene wax, homopolymer of oxidized ethylene, paraffinic wax and mercaptide thermostabilizing agents.

Abstract: A frequency converter circuit has at least two outputs that are respectively connected to a load, in particular an induction coil. A first output is operated at a first switching frequency and a second output is simultaneously operated at a second switching frequency that is different from the first, in such a way that noise having a frequency generated by the superposition of the first switching frequency and the second switching frequency is produced. The frequency converter circuit is operated in such a way that the frequency of the noise is lower than a first cutoff frequency and/or is higher than a second cutoff frequency.

Abstract: The invention relates to a non-skid device for objects for personal use. The inventive device comprises an elastomer body (20) have a first face which can be connected to a surface (10) of an object for personal use (1) and a second face which is disposed opposite the first and which is provided with non-skid properties. The invention is characterised in that the body comprises a flat strip (21) which is formed such that, once affixed to the surface (10) of the object for personal use, it defines at least one surface segment (11) on said surface (10), which is intended to house an auxiliary element (3), said surface segment (11) being at least partially surrounded by the strip (21). The device is extremely versatile and can have an auxiliary element associated therewith, which is protected from impact and friction, without hindering the non-skid function. The invention also relates to a method of producing said device.

Abstract: Enhanced superconducting power cable of at least one phase, characterized by two tubular sections, the first section being a flexible superconducting core, with a stainless steel tape mesh and copper tape layers overlaid at an angle of 0° to 45° followed by two or more superconducting material layers placed overlaid and a second application of two or more superconducting material layers in opposite direction with regard to the previous ones; the second tubular section is an annular space of vacuum thermal insulation formed by a flexible corrugated pipe covered with multilayer insulations, including also a pipe with a stainless steel mesh to adhere an internal semiconducting shield made of polyethylene with insulation followed by a second metal shield based on copper tapes and a polyethylene protecting cover.

Abstract: A moulded piece of thermoplastic elastomer material, in particular, a homopolymer with polypropylene load and rubber of extremely low hardness, usable as a label, publicity support or similar, with reduced thickness and generally flat, having a smooth face while on the opposite face presents an elevated perimeter border (subdivided or not into individual projections), and on the interior of said border a central surface portion. Lowered with respect to said border, said central portion intended to receive a corresponding ornamentation such as labelling (silkscreen marking, tampography, etc.

Abstract: Enhanced superconducting power cable of at least one phase, characterized by two tubular sections, the first section being a flexible superconducting core, with a stainless steel tape mesh and copper tape layers overlaid at an angle of 0° to 45° followed by two or more superconducting material layers placed overlaid and a second application of two or more superconducting material layers in opposite direction with regard to the previous ones; the second tubular section is an annular space of vacuum thermal insulation formed by a flexible corrugated pipe covered with multilayer insulations, including also a pipe with a stainless steel mesh to adhere an internal semiconducting shield made of polyethylene with insulation followed by a second metal shield based on copper tapes and a polyethylene protecting cover.

Abstract: Enhanced superconducting power cable of at least one phase, characterized by two tubular sections, the first section being a flexible superconducting core, with a stainless steel tape mesh and copper tape layers overlaid at an angle of 0° to 45° followed by two or more superconducting material layers placed overlaid and a second application of two or more superconducting material layers in opposite direction with regard to the previous ones; the second tubular section is an annular space of vacuum thermal insulation formed by a flexible corrugated pipe covered with multilayer insulations, including also a pipe with a stainless steel mesh to adhere an internal semiconducting shield made of polyethylene with insulation followed by a second metal shield based on copper tapes and a polyethylene protecting cover.

Abstract: A lead free polyvinyl chloride polymer composition for a thin-walled automotive cable insulation and sheath, presenting abrasion strength and thermal resistance at 105° C., characterized in that it consists of a mixture of: a polyvinyl chloride with stabilizing agents, 9 to 11 carbon atom linear co-ester type plasticizers; calcium carbonate load and at least one phenol type antioxidant agent with an oxidized polyethylene type compound.

Abstract: A method of controlling the speed of an engine whilst the engine is operating in a crank or idle state, including the steps of (a) determining when the engine is operating in said crank or idle state; (b) determining whether the engine speed is above an upper threshold speed, and (c) controlling the engine when the engine speed is above the upper threshold speed so as to effect a reduction in the engine speed to avoid an engine speed runaway event.

Abstract: A lead free polyvinyl chloride polymer composition for a thin-walled automotive cable insulation and sheath, presenting abrasion strength and thermal resistance at 105° C., characterized in that it consists of a mixture of: a polyvinyl chloride with stabilizing agents, 9 to 11 carbon atom linear co-ester type plasticizers; calcium carbonate load and at least one phenol type antioxidant agent with an oxidized polyethylene type compound.

Abstract: A method and a system for igniting a gas burner of a gas stove is disclosed, which includes a spark generating circuit to produce sparks for igniting gas burners and a plurality of electrodes which are connected with the spark generating circuit for the ignition of the gas burners. A flame sensor circuit is operated in a first period for producing sparks, through of the electrodes, and in a second period and once the gas burner has been ignited, for sensing the presence of flame on each gas burner. A power source is connected for limiting the voltage to the flame sensor circuit.

Abstract: A formulation based on polyvinyl chloride compounds (PVC) particularly to high mechanical resistance compounds, specially with regard to abrasion. The composition does not have heavy metal based stabilizers and is used for insulation of thin wall automotive primary cable. The present invention includes a process to prepare said formulation.