Abstract: Embodiments shown and described include drivers (11, 50) for power-driving an otherwise manual dental implement (12, 33, 46, 48, 38, 44) of the type including an implement handle attached to a dental hygienic head. One of the drivers (11) comprises a socket (26) defining an entrance (29) for detachably receiving an implement handle within the socket. The socket includes an elongate elastic constrictor (34, 41) positioned to surround the implement handle when the latter is inserted into the socket for holding the dental implement. A motor-powered device (16) connected to the socket is arranged for power-driving the dental implement to facilitate oral hygiene.

Abstract: A power transmission gearbox provided with at least one lubrication system including a lubrication pump. The lubrication pump is in fluid flow communication with a fluid flow circuit leading to at least one spray means. The gearbox includes an emergency tank suitable for containing a lubrication fluid, the emergency tank being in fluid flow communication with the fluid flow circuit, the emergency tank being connected by at least one pipe to the fluid flow circuit upstream from each spray means, the lubrication fluid being moved in the fluid flow circuit to each spray means by a gas that is set into motion by the lubrication pump in the event of a leak of the lubrication liquid.

Abstract: A high-speed automatic dental flosser (10) includes a detachably connected flossing attachment (12) having a pair of flossing tines (46) and (48) for supporting a movable floss span (47) to floss teeth, a floss supply spool (15) for continuously supplying fresh floss spans, and a floss take-up spool (17) includes a built-in floss gripper. A power driver (14) includes a dual-shaft geared motor (20) having an anterior drive shaft (22) drivingly connectable to the take-up spool and a posterior drive shaft (24) for drivingly rotating an eccentrically supported weight (40) to oscillate the floss span. An electric momentary switch (28) actuates the motor energized by a power cell (26). A built-in floss-cutter (29) is provided for cutting off used floss. An alternative flossing attachment (12B) includes an alternative floss gripper built into a take-up spool (39). Additional flossing attachments (12C) and (12D) are included.

Abstract: A method of producing a virus in cell culture comprising at least the steps of a) providing a population of cells cultured in a cell culture medium, b) infecting the population of cells by i. inoculating the population with the virus, and ii. incubating the inoculated population so as to allow the virus to replicate and propagate, c) collecting the produced virus, thereby providing a viral harvest, and d) purifying the virus, wherein a power density of at least 15 W/m3, at least 30 W/m3, at least 60 W/m3, at least 100 W/m3, at least 120 W/m3 is applied to the cell culture at least during step b).

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an anhydrous copper complex of formula C12H10ClCuN2O4 and methods of treating neuromuscular and other diseases, including but not limited to fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, rheumatoid arthritis, pain, fatigue, sleeplessness, loss of fine motor control, speech loss, inflexibility, Alzheimer's, dementia, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, depression, lyme disease, lyme disease co-infection, gastroparesis (GP), myopathy, chronic inflammation and/or incontinence. The anhydrous copper complex preferably is administered in a pharmaceutical and/or dietary supplement composition of the invention.

Abstract: A frequency adapter for a rotorcraft rotor is provided. The frequency adapter has at least first and second cylinders having respective elongate first and second side walls, respectively. The second cylinder is surrounded at least in part by the first cylinder. Resilient return rings are in contact with the first and second side walls. The return rings comprise resilient first and second extreme layers each in contact with the first and second side walls. The adapter is provided with a fluid arranged in a single chamber between the first and second extreme layers.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a pharmaceutical and/or dietary supplement composition comprising an effective amount of a copper (I) complex with glycine, pyruvate, or succinate and methods of treating mitochondrial, neuromuscular, and other diseases. Also provided are pharmaceutical treatment regimes and kits comprising a copper (I) complex with glycine, pyruvate, or succinate.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is used for generating a perfectly random secret key between two or more transceivers in a wireless communication network. In a point-to-point system, both transceivers produce an estimate of the channel impulse response (CIR) based on the received radio signal. The CIR estimation is synchronized and may include error correction and detection. A long secret key of bits is generated from a digitized version of the CIR estimate, from which a perfectly secret encryption key is derived by privacy amplification.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an anhydrous copper complex of formula C12H10ClCuN2O4 and methods of treating neuromuscular and other diseases, including but not limited to fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, rheumatoid arthritis, pain, fatigue, sleeplessness, loss of fine motor control, speech loss, inflexibility, Alzheimer's, dementia, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, depression, lyme disease, lyme disease co-infection, gastroparesis (GP), myopathy, chronic inflammation and/or incontinence. The anhydrous copper complex preferably is administered in a pharmaceutical and/or dietary supplement composition of the invention.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an anhydrous copper complex of formula C12H10CICuN2O4 and methods of treating neuromuscular and other diseases, including but not limited to fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, rheumatoid arthritis, pain, fatigue, sleeplessness, loss of fine motor control, speech loss, inflexibility, Alzheimer's, dementia, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, depression, lyme disease, lyme disease co-infection, gastroparesis (GP), myopathy, chronic inflammation and/or incontinence. The anhydrous copper complex preferably is administered in a pharmaceutical and/or dietary supplement composition of the invention.

Abstract: A blank for forming a radiographic guide is formed from a material substantially translucent to x-rays and has external surfaces. The blank encases portions of one or more radio-opaque features, wherein the one or more radio-opaque features are embedded within the blank and extend at least between the external surfaces of the blank.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for adjusting seat length, comprising a seat front plate (12) that is movable relative to a seat frame (11), the plate (12) being mounted on a carriage that is slidably guided on a stationary mounting attached above said frame, the carriage and the mounting being situated between the frame and the seat front plate. The device comprises motor-driven control means for controlling the sliding of the carriage relative to the stationaly mounting, the motor-driven control means (4) including a motor (43) arranged near the front of the seat, in front of the frame (1) and beneath the path of the seat front plate (12).

Abstract: A method for transmitting an encrypted signal to a wireless transmit/receive unit (WTRU) such that decryption of the encrypted signal depends on a trust zone associated with the WTRU is disclosed. The encryption may be performed using hierarchical modulation, scrambling, authentication, location validation, or a combination thereof. The size of a trust zone may also be adjusted.

Abstract: A frequency adapter for a rotorcraft rotor is provided. The frequency adapter has at least first and second cylinders having respective elongate first and second side walls, respectively. The second cylinder is surrounded at least in part by the first cylinder. Resilient return rings are in contact with the first and second side walls. The return rings comprise resilient first and second extreme layers each in contact with the first and second side walls. The adapter is provided with a fluid arranged in a single chamber between the first and second extreme layers.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an anhydrous copper complex of formula C12H10CICuN2O4 and methods of treating neur-muscular and other diseases, including but not limited to fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, rheumatoid arthritis, pain, fatigue, sleeplessness, loss of fine motor control, speech loss, inflexibility, Alzheimer's, dementia, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, depression, lyme disease, lyme disease co-infection, gastroparesis (GP), myopathy, chronic inflammation and/or incontinence. The anhydrous copper complex preferably is administered in a pharmaceutical and/or dietary supplement composition of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a damper (10) provided with an inner end strength member (20) and an outer end strength member (30) that are tubular and coaxial, a return member (40) being arranged between the inner end strength member (20) and the outer end strength member (30). The return member (40) includes an intermediate strength member (43) coaxial with the inner and outer end strength members (20, 30), said return member (40) having first and second return means (41, 42), said first return means (41) being arranged between the outer end strength member (30) and said intermediate strength member (43), said second return means (42) being arranged between the inner end strength member (20) and said intermediate strength member (43).

Abstract: A deck deployment system is adapted to facilitate transfer of personnel between spaced elevations. The deck deployment system includes a deck defining a substantially flat and continuous deck surface for supporting personnel. A convertible stairway is hinged to the deck and adapted for movement between a stowed condition and a deployed condition. The convertible stairway includes an adjustable frame assembly and a series of articulating horizontally-disposed foot treads carried by the frame assembly. The foot treads remain substantially horizontal upon movement of the stairway between the stowed condition and the deployed condition. When the stairway is in the stowed condition, the foot treads integrate with the deck to form a substantially flat and continuous portion of the deck surface. When the stairway is in the deployed condition, the foot treads cooperate to form steps extending from the deck to an elevation spaced from the deck surface.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounted personnel access platform assembly is designed for mounting on a tactical vehicle. The platform assembly includes at least one mounting brace, and at least one access platform carried by the mounting brace. The access platform defines a raised horizontal surface for supporting personnel at an elevated location adjacent a body of the tactical vehicle. A protective wall adjacent the access platform is adapted for residing a spaced distance from the body of the tactical vehicle to protect personnel staged on the access platform.

Abstract: An embodiment of a dental flosser (10) includes a power driver (12) drivingly connectable to a flossing attachment (11). The flossing attachment includes a movably supported floss span (24) coming from a floss supply (26). A take-up spool (64) is positioned proximate to a floss-supporting tine (16) for winding used floss while fresh floss continually replaces the floss span. A cam (68) on the spool engages the tine to reciprocate the floss span for interdental cleaning. A brushing attachment (72) includes a resilient disk-shaped lingual brush (75) on a shaft (74). Opposite the lingual brush on the shaft is a resilient cup-shaped buccal brush (84). A spring (83) is positioned to urge the buccal brush to slide toward the lingual brush to engage and clean user teeth between the brushes. A brush lock (77) enables the brushes to be held apart for rinsing and air drying.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounted personnel access platform assembly is designed for mounting on a tactical vehicle. The platform assembly includes at least one mounting brace, and at least one access platform carried by the mounting brace. The access platform defines a raised horizontal surface for supporting personnel at an elevated location adjacent a body of the tactical vehicle. A protective wall adjacent the access platform is adapted for residing a spaced distance from the body of the tactical vehicle to protect personnel staged on the access platform.