Abstract: Technologies are generally described for hybrid acoustic damping materials that may be used in noise, vibration, and harshness mitigation. In some examples, solvated acrylic, silicone, and/or urethane materials may be blended in selected proportions to form a hybrid acoustic damping material. Characteristics of the components of the hybrid acoustic damping material such as viscosity and proportions may be selected for a desired composite loss factor vs. temperature characteristic of the material. In some examples, a broad temperature range of damping or a targeted temperature region may be achieved based on the composition of the hybrid acoustic damping material. To achieve a uniform stable blend with a consistent viscosity, individual component materials may be selected with similar molecular weight/viscosity. Compatible solvents may be added during blending of the components.

Abstract: Technologies are generally described for hybrid acoustic damping materials that may be used in noise, vibration, and harshness mitigation. In some examples, solvated acrylic, silicone, and/or urethane materials may be blended in selected proportions to form a hybrid acoustic damping material. Characteristics of the components of the hybrid acoustic damping material such as viscosity and proportions may be selected for a desired composite loss factor vs. temperature characteristic of the material. In some examples, a broad temperature range of damping or a targeted temperature region may be achieved based on the composition of the hybrid acoustic damping material. To achieve a uniform stable blend with a consistent viscosity, individual component materials may be selected with similar molecular weight/viscosity. Compatible solvents may be added during blending of the components.

Abstract: Provided herein is synthesis of a novel acidic acid residue targeting sulfoxide-containing MS-cleavable homobifunctional cross-linker. The novel mass spectrometry-cleavable cross-linking agents can be used in mass spectrometry to facilitate structural analysis of intra-protein interactions in proteins and inter-protein interactions in protein complexes. Also disclosed herein are data based on the novel MS-cleavable homobifunctional cross-linker that are complimentary to amine-reactive sulfoxide-containing MS-cleavable reagents.

Abstract: Provided herein is synthesis of a novel acidic acid residue targeting sulfoxide-containing MS-cleavable homobifunctional cross-linker. The novel mass spectrometry-cleavable cross-linking agents can be used in mass spectrometry to facilitate structural analysis of intra-protein interactions in proteins and inter-protein interactions in protein complexes. Also disclosed herein are data based on the novel MS-cleavable homobifunctional cross-linker that are complimentary to amine-reactive sulfoxide-containing MS-cleavable reagents.

Abstract: Embodiments of nanoelectronic sensors are described, including sensors for detecting analytes such ammonia. An environmental control system employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A personnel safety system configured as a disposable badge employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A method of dynamic sampling and exposure of a sensor providing a number of operational advantages is described.

Abstract: Sensors and detection systems suitable for measuring analytes, such as biomolecule, organic and inorganic species, including environmentally and medically relevant volatiles and gases, such as NO, NO2, CO2, NH3, H2, CO and the like, are provided. Certain embodiments of nanostructured sensor systems are configured for measurement of medically important gases in breath. Applications include the measurement of endogenous nitric oxide (NO) in breath, such as for the monitoring or diagnosis of asthma and other pulmonary conditions.

Abstract: Sensors and detection systems suitable for measuring analytes, such as biomolecule, organic and inorganic species, including environmentally and medically relevant volatiles and gases, such as NO, NO2, CO2, NH3, H2, CO and the like, are provided. Certain embodiments of nanostructured sensor systems are configured for measurement of medically important gases in breath. Applications include the measurement of endogenous nitric oxide (NO) in breath, such as for the monitoring or diagnosis of asthma and other pulmonary conditions.

Abstract: Sensors and detection systems suitable for measuring analytes, such as biomolecule, organic and inorganic species, including environmentally and medically relevant volatiles and gases, such as NO, NO2, CO2, NH3, H2, CO and the like, are provided. Certain embodiments of nanostructured sensor systems are configured for measurement of medically important gases in breath. Applications include the measurement of endogenous nitric oxide (NO) in breath, such as for the monitoring or diagnosis of asthma and other pulmonary conditions.

Abstract: Provided herein are catalytic converters that have improved characteristics. According to various embodiments, the converters include high surface area catalyst supports conformally coated with nanoparticulate thin films of a catalyst (e.g., Pt, Pd and Rh). The films are continuous, preventing absorption of species within the converter on the catalyst support. The converters provide higher oxidation efficiency than conventional catalytic converters, in certain embodiments approaching the stoichiometric ratio for the reaction. The converters also provide minimal loss of chemical species within the converter. Also provided are novel methods of fabricating catalytic converters that involve atomic layer deposition of Pt or other catalyst on the support, as well as methods and devices for sensing NO in samples that involve catalytic conversion of NO to NO2.

Abstract: Embodiments of nanoelectronic sensors are described, including sensors for detecting analytes such ammonia. An environmental control system employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A personnel safety system configured as a disposable badge employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A method of dynamic sampling and exposure of a sensor providing a number of operational advantages is described.

Abstract: Embodiments of nanoelectronic sensors are described, including sensors for detecting analytes such ammonia. An environmental control system employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A personnel safety system configured as a disposable badge employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A method of dynamic sampling and exposure of a sensor providing a number of operational advantages is described.

Abstract: Sensors and detection systems suitable for measuring analytes, such as biomolecule, organic and inorganic species, including environmentally and medically relevant volatiles and gases, such as NO, NO2, CO2, NH3, H2, CO and the like, are provided. Certain embodiments of nanostructured sensor systems are configured for measurement of medically important gases in breath. Applications include the measurement of endogenous nitric oxide (NO) in breath, such as for the monitoring or diagnosis of asthma and other pulmonary conditions.

Abstract: Sensors and detection systems suitable for measuring analytes, such as biomolecule, organic and inorganic species, including environmentally and medically relevant volatiles and gases, such as NO, NO2, CO2, NH3, H2, CO and the like, are provided. Certain embodiments of nanostructured sensor systems are configured for measurement of medically important gases in breath. Applications include the measurement of endogenous nitric oxide (NO) in breath, such as for the monitoring or diagnosis of asthma and other pulmonary conditions.

Abstract: Provided herein are catalytic converters that have improved characteristics. According to various embodiments, the converters include high surface area catalyst supports conformally coated with nanoparticulate thin films of a catalyst (e.g., Pt, Pd and Rh). The films are continuous, preventing absorption of species within the converter on the catalyst support. The converters provide higher oxidation efficiency than conventional catalytic converters, in certain embodiments approaching the stoichiometric ratio for the reaction. The converters also provide minimal loss of chemical species within the converter. Also provided are novel methods of fabricating catalytic converters that involve atomic layer deposition of Pt or other catalyst on the support, as well as methods and devices for sensing NO in samples that involve catalytic conversion of NO to NO2.

Abstract: A system includes a packet reader configured to scan packets transmitted through a network for pre-specified criteria. The packets include endpoint information and data. A request/response matcher determines whether each packet meets pre-specified criteria, and matches request packets with corresponding response packets when the packets meet the pre-specified criteria. A message analyzer determines the format, or structure, of the data of the matched packets, and analyzes the data of the matched packets to generate at least a portion of a model of the data.

Abstract: Sensors and detection systems suitable for measuring analytes, such as biomolecule, organic and inorganic species, including environmentally and medically relevant volatiles and gases, such as NO, NO2, CO2, NH3, H2, CO and the like, are provided. Certain embodiments of nanostructured sensor systems are configured for measurement of medically important gases in breath. Applications include the measurement of endogenous nitric oxide (NO) in breath, such as for the monitoring or diagnosis of asthma and other pulmonary conditions.

Abstract: Embodiments of nanoelectronic sensors are described, including sensors for detecting analytes such ammonia. An environmental control system employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A personnel safety system configured as a disposable badge employing nanoelectronic sensors is described. A method of dynamic sampling and exposure of a sensor providing a number of operational advantages is described.

Abstract: An apparatus for destrapping a load L constrained by multiple straps S, comprising a manipulating arm 1 carrying a working head 2 including photoelectric means 3, 17, 18 for locating one of the multiple straps S, irrespective of its orientation relative to the load, means 9,10 for engaging the strap S and means 6 for cutting the strap S while engaged to release the strap from the load, said strap being partly engaged by the engaging means 9 or 10 for removal of the strap for disposal, said manipulating arm operating under the control of a programmable controller C to perform said locating, engaging and cutting of the strap S.

Abstract: A system includes a packet reader configured to scan packets transmitted through a network for pre-specified criteria. The packets include endpoint information and data. A request/response matcher determines whether each packet meets pre-specified criteria, and matches request packets with corresponding response packets when the packets meet the pre-specified criteria. A message analyzer determines the format, or structure, of the data of the matched packets, and analyzes the data of the matched packets to generate at least a portion of a model of the data.

Abstract: An intumescent thermoplastic elastomer molding composition is disclosed that includes high density polyethylene with chlorinated polyethylene and/or silicone rubber; a heat stabilizer for the thermoplastic elastomer material and an intumescent and fire-resistant additive for the thermoplastic elastomer, whereby moldings prepared from such mixture have good physical properties over a substantial range of ambient temperatures and display a resistance to flame and heat as characterized by the Intumescence Efficiency test of this specification.