Abstract: In one embodiment, one or more non-transitory, computer-readable mediums store computer instructions that, when executed by a processor, cause the processor to receive inputs from one or more request sources. The inputs include user credentials to an electronic medical record (EMR) source provider system. The computer instructions, when executed by the processor, also cause the processor to validate the credentials via communication with the EMR source provider system without an external authorization process, retrieve one or more EMRs from the EMR source provider system after the credentials are validated by the EMR source provider system, and store the one or more EMRs in a single data repository.

Abstract: In one embodiment, one or more non-transitory, computer-readable mediums store computer instructions that, when executed by a processor, cause the processor to receive inputs from one or more request sources. The inputs include user credentials to an electronic medical record (EMR) source provider system. The computer instructions, when executed by the processor, also cause the processor to validate the credentials via communication with the EMR source provider system without an external authorization process, retrieve one or more EMRs from the EMR source provider system after the credentials are validated by the EMR source provider system, and store the one or more EMRs in a single data repository.

Abstract: In one embodiment, one or more non-transitory, computer-readable mediums store computer instructions that, when executed by a processor, cause the processor to receive inputs from one or more request sources. The inputs include user credentials to an electronic medical record (EMR) source provider system. The computer instructions, when executed by the processor, also cause the processor to validate the credentials via communication with the EMR source provider system without an external authorization process, retrieve one or more EMRs from the EMR source provider system after the credentials are validated by the EMR source provider system, and store the one or more EMRs in a single data repository.

Abstract: A system and method for continuous, real-time process monitoring and control by means of near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy provides analysis of static or flowing fluid streams which may range from clear to highly optically dense, including fluids primarily of aqueous composition. A NIR source passes through a wavelength selector to select one or more spectral segments, which are passed through the fluid stream at a fluid sampling interface and received at a sensor. A wavelength reference material is positioned in the optical path for calibration. Quantification of a plurality of characteristics or parameters of a fluid and suspended solids or cells contained therein may be performed. An all-solid-state implementation of the optical system ensures high robustness in laboratory and industrial settings.

Abstract: An optical sampling apparatus for disposable flexible bioprocessing vessels includes features for optical interrogation of the vessel contents by means of transmission or transflection spectroscopy. This optical interrogation allows for the determination of quantities and parameters of substances in fluids contained within the vessels during bioprocesses.

Abstract: An optical probe with associated disposable polymer sheath for near-infrared optical interrogation of fluids within bioprocessing vessels by means of transmission or transflection spectroscopy provides for the determination of quantities and parameters of substances in fluids contained within bioprocessing vessels. Associated methods for use of the optical probe and associated sheath to determine quantities of substances in fluids and parameters of fluids during bioprocesses are provided.

Abstract: An optical probe with associated disposable polymer sheath for near-infrared optical interrogation of fluids within bioprocessing vessels by means of transmission or transflection spectroscopy provides for the determination of quantities and parameters of substances in fluids contained within bioprocessing vessels. Associated methods for use of the optical probe and associated sheath to determine quantities of substances in fluids and parameters of fluids during bioprocesses are provided.

Abstract: An optical sampling apparatus for miniature-scale bioprocessing vessels includes features for optical interrogation of the bioprocessing vessel contents by means of transmission or transflection spectroscopy. This optical interrogation allows for the determination of quantities and parameters of substances in fluids contained within the bioprocessing vessels during bioprocesses. Multiple such bioprocessing vessels with the optical interrogation features may be mounted in a receiver for conducting multiple bioprocesses simultaneously. A translatable probe may be used to interact with each of the bioprocessing vessels in the receiver.

Abstract: An optical sampling apparatus for disposable flexible bioprocessing vessels includes features for optical interrogation of the vessel contents by means of transmission or transflection spectroscopy. This optical interrogation allows for the determination of quantities and parameters of substances in fluids contained within the vessels during bioprocesses.

Abstract: An optical apparatus with a single-use, disposable fluid flow cartridge and cell and associated optical interface is employed in determining characteristics of a fluid and/or suspended materials or cells contained therein which are introduced into the apparatus. The optical interface communicates electromagnetic radiation from an optical instrument through the fluid within the cell and to an appropriate sensor within the optical instrument. The interaction of the electromagnetic radiation with the fluid is measured by the signal generated by the sensor. Fluid present within the cell may be static or flowing, allowing both discrete sample measurements and monitoring of continuous processes.

Abstract: An optical apparatus with a single-use, disposable fluid flow cartridge and cell and associated optical interface is employed in determining characteristics of a fluid and/or suspended materials or cells contained therein which are introduced into the apparatus. The optical interface communicates electromagnetic radiation from an optical instrument through the fluid within the cell and to an appropriate sensor within the optical instrument. The interaction of the electromagnetic radiation with the fluid is measured by the signal generated by the sensor. Fluid present within the cell may be static or flowing, allowing both discrete sample measurements and monitoring of continuous processes.

Abstract: Methods for continuous, real-time process monitoring and control of bioprocesses by means of near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy provide analysis of static or flowing fluid streams which may range from clear to highly optically dense. A NIR source passes through a wavelength selector to select one or more spectral segments, which are passed through the fluid stream at a fluid sampling interface and received at a sensor. A wavelength reference material is positioned in the optical path for wavelength axis calibration. Quantification of a plurality of characteristics or parameters of a fluid and suspended solids or cells contained therein may be performed. An all-solid-state implementation of the optical system ensures high robustness for bioprocess monitoring and control.

Abstract: A system and method for continuous, real-time process monitoring and control by means of near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy provides analysis of static or flowing fluid streams which may range from clear to highly optically dense, including fluids primarily of aqueous composition. A NIR source passes through a wavelength selector to select one or more spectral segments, which are passed through the fluid stream at a fluid sampling interface and received at a sensor. A wavelength reference material is positioned in the optical path for calibration. Quantification of a plurality of characteristics or parameters of a fluid and suspended solids or cells contained therein may be performed. An all-solid-state implementation of the optical system ensures high robustness in laboratory and industrial settings.

Abstract: A comminution reactor includes an inlet chamber, one or more processing chambers, and a discharge chamber. Each chamber includes a rotor, and the chambers are separated by split divider plates. The reactor is designed with assemblies comprising portions of the reactor walls and divider plates which rotate open to allow access to the inside of the reactor, including the shaft and attached rotors. The design of the rotors and vortex generators on the reactor walls direct the flow, optimize comminution, and minimize wear on the apparatus.

Abstract: A portable device for measuring friction, especially friction between tire treads and road surfaces is disclosed. The portable friction tester is shaped as an equilateral triangle providing three points of contact for samples in the road surface.

Abstract: A portable device for measuring friction, especially friction between tire treads and road surfaces is disclosed. The portable friction tester is shaped as an equilateral triangle providing three points of contact for samples in the road surface.

Abstract: A composition for making a polyurethane foam includes a non-fugitive tertiary amine urethane catalyst and amidoamine and/or imidazoline crosslinking additives. Foams prepared from the reaction of a polyol and an organic isocyanate in the presence of these ingredients show excellent resistance to deterioration of physical properties upon humid ageing.

Abstract: A method and algorithm for predicting the fluid loss rate of a system, uses data for the leak rate from the system for a substitute fluid that leaks at a different rate than the system fluid. In the illustrated embodiment, the system is a pneumatic tire and the substitute fluid is helium gas. The helium leak rate data is used in a Fortran program to predict the air loss rate from the tire by determining the leak rate factor f’ for helium, as compared to air, and using ‘f’ to calculate the air loss rate.

Abstract: A pendulum device is used to test the rolling resistance of a material. The device includes a rolling unit for contact with the material being tested, an assembly for initiating pendulum motion of the device, and measuring the amplitude of the pendulum motion over time. The rate of decrease of the amplitude of the pendulum motion is a measure of the rolling resistance of the material.

Abstract: In determining the integrity of a fluid containing system, testing for integrity can be accelerated by injecting a first fluid into the system that is less viscous, or has a smaller molecular or atomic size or weight than a second fluid for which the system was designed, and measuring its rate of escape from the system. In an illustrated embodiment, helium is substituted for air in testing the leakage or diffusion rate of tires. As it escapes from the system, the first fluid is trapped in a container, which surrounds the system, and is detected using a sensor adapted for that purpose. The rate of leakage or diffusion of the first fluid is measured, and the rate data is used to estimate the rate of leakage or diffusion of the second fluid from the system.