Abstract: A test element for electrochemically detecting at least one analyte in a bodily fluid is disclosed. The test element comprises at least one first electrode and at least one second electrode. The first electrode is designed as a working electrode and the second electrode is designed as a counter electrode. The test element comprises at least one capillary capable of receiving a sample of the body fluid. The first electrode and the second electrode are arranged on opposing sides of the capillary. The first electrode and the second electrode are arranged such that during a capillary filling the first electrode and the second electrode are wetted simultaneously and at an equal rate.

Abstract: Conduit connector (1) having a housing (2), which has a first connection geometry (3) that can be connected to a fluid conduit, and a second connection geometry (4) that can be connected to a counter-element, wherein the first connection geometry (3) and the second connection geometry (4) are connected by a trough channel (6) in the housing (2) and the housing (2) has an outlet opening (7) and a closing element (10) is provided, wherein the closing element (10) can he fixed in a first position, in which a connection between the outlet opening (7) and the through channel (6) is blocked, and the closing element (10) is displaceable into a second position, in which the outlet opening (7) is connected to the through channel (6).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a chemical compound or a salt or solvate thereof being an 1-amino-phenazine derivative and to uses thereof. The present invention further relates to a chemistry matrix and to a test element comprising the aforesaid chemical compound. Moreover, the present invention relates to a method for determining the amount of an analyte in a sample, comprising contacting said sample with a chemistry matrix according to the present invention, estimating the amount of electrons liberated or consumed by the chemistry matrix in the presence of said liquid sample, and thereby determining the amount of an analyte in a liquid sample.

Abstract: A blade for a gas turbine is described, the blade comprising a trailing edge and a trailing edge cooling channel extending from a first upstream end to a second downstream end, in which the width of the trailing edge cooling channel in the direction perpendicular to the camber line of the blade varies and the narrowest width in the trailing edge cooling channel is at the first upstream end, so as to provide a blade where the trailing edge can be removed with a minimal change or no change in the cooling flow capacity through the trailing edge cooling channel. Related methods are also described.

Abstract: We describe a method of layer-by-layer deposition of a plurality of layers of material onto the wall or walls of a channel of a microfluidic device, the method comprising: loading a tube with a series of segments of solution, a said segment of solution bearing a material to be deposited; coupling said tube to said microfluidic device; and injecting said segments of solution into said microfluidic device such that said segments of solution pass, in turn, through said channel depositing successive layers of material to perform said layer-by-layer deposition onto said wall or walls of said channel. Embodiments of the methods are particularly useful for automated surface modification of plastic, for example PDMS (Poly(dimethylsiloxane)), microchannels. We also describe methods and apparatus for forming double-emulsions.

Abstract: The application relates to a method and a device for suppressing ice formation on intake structures of a compressor, particularly the compressor of a gas turbine. The technical aim of the present invention is to provide a method and a device for suppressing the formation of ice on said structures, which avoid the disadvantages of known solutions, such as a reduction of the performance of the gas turbine, and have a simple and broad applicability. According to the present invention the mechanical vibratory energy of said structures during operation is converted into electrical energy by a piezoelectric element, firmly applied to said structure, and in a connected electrical circuit the generated electrical energy is then converted into thermal energy by an ohmic resistor and this thermal energy is conducted to at least a portion of the structure for suppressing ice formation. Excess energy may be transmitted by a transmitter to other circuits in adjacent structures.

Abstract: The objectionable odor of one component condensation curable organopolysiloxane compositions is eliminated by replacing all or the most substantial part of water scavenger vinyltrimethoxysilane with a phenyltrialkoxysilane, without compromising storage or curing properties.

Abstract: A Helmholtz damper for a gas turbine is disclosed which includes a static resonator volume, which can be connected via a neck to an inner space of the gas turbine to damp pressure pulsations developing in the inner space. The static resonator volume can be changed in order to match resonances of the Helmholtz damper with the pressure pulsations. A simple and effective self-adjustment can be achieved via volume changing by at least one first element, which is exposed to a varying temperature within the gas turbine and undergoes a deformation, which depends on the varying temperature.

Abstract: The application describes fragrant water-soluble packaging which contains a liquid laundry detergent or cleaning composition and a water-soluble envelope. The liquid laundry detergent or cleaning composition comprises at least 10% by weight of glycerol, a second solvent, surfactant and a perfume, where the perfume contains particular amounts of perfume constituents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition of (a) a selected amino alcohol compound of general formula (I), (b) a scent aldehyde and/or scent ketone, and (c) a selected silicic acid ester, to the use of same as a pro-scent, as well as to washing and cleaning agents, fabric softeners and cosmetics which contain these. The invention also relates to a method for prolonging the perception of scent in such agents, and to a method for removing malodors by applying said composition.

Abstract: The application relates to a method of using cleaning agents, and fabric treatment agents containing a combination of at least two different microcapsules as well as to methods for releasing active substances from said microcapsules when using said agents.

Abstract: A mechanical fastening system for rotating or stationary components such as turbine or compressor blades on a rotor or a shaft or a casing, respectively, is disclosed. The system includes a circumferential mounting groove adapted for receiving root sections of the rotating or stationary components as well as intermediate fastening components for fixation of the components in equidistance positions. The intermediate fastening components comprise at least an upper platform and at least a side plate having a groove for mounting on said rotor. The intermediate fastening components are made of a plurality of distinct parts of different materials from which at least one clamping part is made of or comprises a shape memory alloy or similar material having a pseudo-elasticity behavior.

Abstract: A method includes providing a semiconductor wafer including multiple semiconductor chips, forming a first scribe line on a frontside of the semiconductor wafer, wherein the first scribe line has a first width and separates semiconductor chips of the semiconductor wafer, forming a second scribe line on the frontside of the semiconductor wafer, wherein the second scribe line has a second width and separates semiconductor chips of the semiconductor wafer, wherein the first scribe line and the second scribe line intersect in a crossing area which is greater than a product of the first width and the second width, and plasma etching the semiconductor wafer in the crossing area.

Abstract: A granular washing, cleaning or treatment agent additive, comprising 5 to 90 wt % of a particulate carrier material having an oil absorption capacity of at least 100 ml/100 g and 10 to 80 wt % of capsules in which one or more beneficial agents are enclosed, can be produced in that the particulate carrier material is fluidized, a pourable capsule preparation is applied to the carrier material, and the mixture thus obtained is granulated.

Abstract: The invention relates to combinations of 1-aza-3,7-dioxabicyclo[3.3.0]octane compounds with silicic acid esters, methods for producing same, the use of same as pro-fragrances, as well as washing and cleaning agents, fabric softeners and cosmetics that contain same. The invention also relates to a method for prolonging the perception of fragrance in such agents.

Abstract: Weather resistant and water repellent surfacing compositions especially useful in roofing applications contain an alkoxysilane-terminated polymer and a reactive silane plasticizer containing a C6-40 hydrocarbon group. The surfacing compositions are of low viscosity and may be used without non-reactive plasticizers or organic solvents.

Abstract: Fluid line and method of making fluid line that includes an inner contour structured with wave peaks and wave troughs. Each wave peak has a front flank and a rear flank, and the front flanks are structured with an inclination angle, relative to a longitudinal axis, shallower than an inclination angle of the rear flanks.

Abstract: A method for detecting at least one analyte in a body fluid is disclosed comprising performing an optical measurement, wherein at least one test chemical is contacts the body fluid. The test chemical is an optical test chemical adapted to perform at least one detection reaction, wherein at least one optically detectable property is changed due to the detection reaction to provide at least one optical measurement value. At least one impedance measurement is generated wherein at least one alternating electrical signal is applied to the body fluid via the impedance measurement electrodes and at least one answer signal is recorded, and at least one impedance measurement value is generated. At least one evaluation step is performed wherein at least one evaluation algorithm is used, and the optical measurement value and the impedance measurement value are used for determining a concentration of the analyte in the body fluid.