Abstract: A reflector sub-assembly for an antenna assembly configured to support FDD and TDD modes of operation is presented. The reflector sub-assembly comprises a reflector defining at least one reflector opening, and at least one first PCB arranged to cover the reflector opening having a first PCB side directed towards the reflector and with a metallic layer thereon and a second PCB side directed away from the reflector and comprising one or more first electric lines. The reflector sub-assembly also comprises an array of first radiators to support a TDD mode extending through the reflector opening and having a feeding end directed towards the first PCB and electrically connected to at least one of the first electric lines and a distant end facing away from the first PCB and carrying at least one first radiating element. The reflector sub-assembly further comprises one or more second radiators to support an FDD mode.

Abstract: A method of administering a pharmaceutical composition which includes anti-RANKL antibodies, calcium and vitamin D to a patient in need thereof. The method includes subcutaneously administering the anti-RANKL antibodies at a dose of 60-180 mg in 1-3 ml of solution every four weeks, orally administering the calcium at a dose of 400 mg daily, and orally administering the vitamin D at a dose of 800-1200 IU daily. The patient in need thereof has skeletal-related complications due to solid tumors, and the administering of the pharmaceutical composition comprising anti-RANKL antibodies, calcium and vitamin D to the patient in need thereof at least one of treats and prevents hypocalcemia induced by anti-RANKL antibody therapy. The calcium and the vitamin D are provided as a combined single daily dose in a form of effervescent granules, swallowable tablets, swallowable capsules, chewable tablets, or ready-to-use granules.

Abstract: The invention relates to a joint implant for new tissue formation at a joint, the joint implant (1) comprising a pinlike body having a bottom region (11), a top region (12) and a shell region (13), wherein at least the top region (12), of the joint implant (1) has a hydrophobic surface for promoting chondroblastic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a device for producing an implant, wherein a natural bone microstructure of a natural bone region is detected (S1), an implant region in the natural bone region is marked (S2), the detected bone microstructure in the marked implant region is analysed to determine reproduction parameters (S3), and on the basis of the determined reproduction parameters, an artificial microstructure for producing the implant is created (S4).

Abstract: A sliding sleeve (1) of a vehicle transmission synchronization, wherein the tooth flanks (10) of the toothing (2) of the sliding sleeve (1) are surface-treated for enhanced friction.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a device for producing an implant, wherein a natural bone microstructure of a natural bone region is detected (S1), an implant region in the natural bone region is marked (S2), the detected bone microstructure in the marked implant region is analysed to determine reproduction parameters (S3), and on the basis of the determined reproduction parameters, an artificial microstructure for producing the implant is created (S4).

Abstract: The invention relates to a joint implant for new tissue formation at a joint, wherein the joint implant (1) comprises a rod-shaped body with a base area (11), a cover area (12) and a sleeve area (13), wherein at least the cover area (12), in particular the entire rod-shaped body, of the joint implant (1) has a hydrophobic surface for facilitating chondrocyte differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells, and a thread structure (15) is at least partially formed on the sleeve area (13) of the joint implant (1).

Abstract: A method for producing insulating profiles comprises manufacturing a profile body and a first functional element separately, and the profile body and the first functional element are supplied to an ultrasonic welding device, wherein the profile body and the functional element are connected to one another by a material bond by formation of a welded joint. The profile body and the functional element are brought together into a predetermined first cross-sectional geometry during formation of the welded joint and are thereafter guided in this cross-sectional geometry until the plastics material of the welded joint solidifies to such an extent that the profile body and the first functional element are fixed in the predetermined cross-sectional geometry.

Abstract: A solar power generator has a lens through which to receive radiant energy from the sun, a drive shaft positioned near the lens, and a motor coupled to the drive shaft to rotate the drive shaft. A number of solar modules are coupled to the drive shaft, such that as the motor rotates the drive shaft, each one of the solar modules receives radiant energy as it rotates by the lens and produces therefrom a voltage signal.

Abstract: A method for producing insulating profiles comprises manufacturing a profile body and a first functional element separately, and the profile body and the first functional element are supplied to an ultrasonic welding device, wherein the profile body and the functional element are connected to one another by a material bond by formation of a welded joint. The profile body and the functional element are brought together into a predetermined first cross-sectional geometry during formation of the welded joint and are thereafter guided in this cross-sectional geometry until the plastics material of the welded joint solidifies to such an extent that the profile body and the first functional element are fixed in the predetermined cross-sectional geometry.

Abstract: The invention relates to a joint implant for new tissue formation at a joint, the joint implant (1) comprising a pinlike body having a bottom region (11), a top region (12) and a shell region (13), wherein at least the top region (12), of the joint implant (1) has a hydrophobic surface for promoting chondroblastic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising anti-RANKL antibodies, calcium and vitamin D to a patient in need thereof. The method includes either administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising the anti-RANKL antibodies at a dose of 30 to 90 mg in 1-2 ml of a solution at yearly or six-month intervals, orally administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising the calcium at a dose of 400-600 mg daily, and orally administering the vitamin D at a dose of 800-1200 IU of vitamin D daily, or subcutaneously administering the anti-RANKL antibodies at a dose of 60-180 mg in 1-3 ml of solution for at least 3 weeks, orally administering the calcium at a dose of 400-600 mg daily, and orally administering the vitamin D at a dose of 800-1200 IU daily.

Abstract: A solar power generator has a lens through which to receive radiant energy from the sun, a drive shaft positioned near the lens, and a motor coupled to the drive shaft to rotate the drive shaft. A number of solar modules are coupled to the drive shaft, such that as the motor rotates the drive shaft, each one of the solar modules receives radiant energy as it rotates by the lens and produces therefrom a voltage signal.

Abstract: A solar power generation apparatus includes a stationary horizontal base. A stator is housed in the base, and a vertical column extends upward from the base. A conical-shaped rotor is rotatingly coupled at its apex to the column, while its base is near the stator. The rotor comprises an array of photovoltaic cells positioned on a surface of the rotor, wherein each cell converts light energy received from a light source to a direct current voltage, and an array of magnets positioned at a perimeter of the base of the rotor, wherein the magnets are electrically coupled to and receive direct current voltage from a respective cell. The rotating of the rotor past the stator converts the direct current voltage present at the array of magnets into an alternating current voltage.

Abstract: A solar power generator with lens to receive radiant energy from the sun, a drive shaft positioned near the lens, and a motor coupled to rotate the drive shaft. Solar modules are coupled to the drive shaft, such that as the drive shaft rotates, each module receives radiant energy as it rotates by the lens and produces a voltage signal. A first circuit coupled to a first subset of the solar modules receives their voltage signals and produces therefrom a first DC voltage square wave. A second circuit coupled to a second subset of the solar modules receives their voltage signals subset and produces a second DC voltage square wave. The second circuit is electrically coupled to the first circuit such that the first DC voltage square wave and the second DC voltage square wave are combined to produce a combined DC voltage signal.

Abstract: A drive arrangement for a drive train of a vehicle is provided. The drive arrangement includes an outer hub, an inner hub and rolling elements. The outer hub includes a fixed section and a movable section which can be reversibly connected to one another. In the disconnected state, the movable section is freely rotatable about a longitudinal axis of the outer hub. The rolling elements are displaceable in a longitudinal direction of the outer hub between the fixed section and the movable section.

Abstract: A drive arrangement for a drive train of a vehicle is provided. The drive arrangement includes an outer hub, an inner hub and rolling elements. The outer hub includes a fixed section and a movable section which can be reversibly connected to one another. In the disconnected state, the movable section is freely rotatable about a longitudinal axis of the outer hub. The rolling elements are displaceable in a longitudinal direction of the outer hub between the fixed section and the movable section.

Abstract: A mounting assembly is provided for, for example, joining a cardan shaft to an axle drive of a vehicle. The mounting assembly includes a nut housing having a continuous opening arranged to receive an insert nut having a continuous internal thread, a nut having a continuous internal thread, and at least one securing element which interacts with the nut housing and the nut to constrain relative axial movement between the nut housing and the nut. The insert nut and the nut housing may be rotationally fixed relative to one another, for example using complementary polygonal outer and inner surfaces, respectively. A retainer may be provided in the interior space of the nut housing to constrain axial movement of the insert nut within the nut housing.

Abstract: A solar power generation apparatus includes a stationary horizontal base. A stator is housed in the base, and a vertical column extends upward from the base. A conical-shaped rotor is rotatingly coupled at its apex to the column, while its base is near the stator. The rotor comprises an array of photovoltaic cells positioned on a surface of the rotor, wherein each cell converts light energy received from a light source to a direct current voltage, and an array of magnets positioned at a perimeter of the base of the rotor, wherein the magnets are electrically coupled to and receive direct current voltage from a respective cell. The rotating of the rotor past the stator converts the direct current voltage present at the array of magnets into an alternating current voltage.

Abstract: A mounting assembly is provided for, for example, joining a cardan shaft to an axle drive of a vehicle. The mounting assembly includes a nut housing having a continuous opening arranged to receive an insert nut having a continuous internal thread, a nut having a continuous internal thread, and at least one securing element which interacts with the nut housing and the nut to constrain relative axial movement between the nut housing and the nut. The insert nut and the nut housing may be rotationally fixed relative to one another, for example using complementary polygonal outer and inner surfaces, respectively. A retainer may be provided in the interior space of the nut housing to constrain axial movement of the insert nut within the nut housing.