Abstract: A process to prepare an olefin from its corresponding alcohol is improved by reacting, under reaction conditions including a first temperature, an aliphatic alcohol and, optionally, diluent water, to form a reaction product including at least a dialkyl ether. The product is then reacted again, under higher temperature to complete the dehydration of the dialkyl ether to the desired olefin. This process is particularly suitable to prepare ethene from ethyl alcohol. The stepped temperature scheme serves to reduce the formation of byproduct aldehydes, which in turn reduces coke formation, fouling, and the need to handle large amounts of water, thereby lowering energy and capital costs.

Abstract: An acoustic reflector suitable for use as a reflective target for navigational aids and for location and re-location applications. The acoustic reflector comprises a shell arranged to surround a solid core. The shell is adapted to transmit acoustic waves incident thereon into the core. Within the core the acoustic waves are focused before being reflected from an opposing side of the shell to provide a reflected acoustic wave. The shell has at least two areas of transmissibility such that the waves incident on the shell follow separate paths within the core before being re-radiated and combining constructively to provide an enhanced reflected acoustic wave at one or more pre-determined frequencies.

Abstract: The invention provides seed treatment compositions as well as their use, methods for treating seeds, methods of protecting plants against pests and also treated seeds and plants. In one embodiment there is provided a method of treating a seed with a seed treatment composition to induce a plant resistance mechanism against one or more pests in a plant grown from said seed.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method of treating restless legs syndrome in a subject, comprising administering a therapeutically effective amount of a carbamate compound, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt or amide thereof.

Abstract: An acoustic reflector (10) suitable for use as a reflective target for navigational aids and for location and re-location applications. The acoustic reflector comprises a shell (12) arranged to surround a solid core (16). The shell is adapted to transmit acoustic waves (18) incident thereon into the core (16). Within the core the acoustic waves are focused before being reflected from an opposing side of the shell (20) to provide a reflected acoustic wave. A portion of the acoustic waves incident on the shell is coupled into the shell wall and guided within and around the circumference thereof (26) before being re-radiated and combining constructively with the reflected acoustic wave to provide an enhanced reflected acoustic wave.

Abstract: An acoustic reflector suitable for use as a reflective target for navigational aids and for location and re-location applications. The acoustic reflector comprises a shell arranged to surround a solid core. The shell is adapted to transmit acoustic waves incident thereon into the core. Within the core the acoustic waves are focused before being reflected from an opposing side of the shell to provide a reflected acoustic wave. The shell has at least two areas of transmissibility such that the waves incident on the shell follow separate paths within the core before being re-radiated and combining constructively to provide an enhanced reflected acoustic wave at one or more pre-determined frequencies.

Abstract: Images of foreground objects in a scene are generated by causing electromagnetic radiation to be emitted having a first spectral power distribution from a surface of a first foreground object, which is adjacent or at least partially obscured by a second foreground object. A first image of both of the first and second foreground objects is acquired whilst the first foreground object emits electromagnetic radiation with the first spectral power distribution. A second image of the first and second foreground objects is acquired whilst the first foreground object is not emitting electromagnetic radiation or is emitting electromagnetic radiation with a second spectral power distribution which is different to the first spectral power distribution. An alpha matte of the first and second foreground objects is generated based on a comparison of the first image and second image.

Abstract: A satellite telephone system for communication between a fixed network (4) and a moveable network (1) on board a vehicle, has means for suspending operation of the moveable network, for example when the moveable network could interfere with a fixed network, during safety-critical stages of a flight, or to enforce “quiet” periods on board. When operation of the moveable network (1) is suspended a control signal is transmitted to the fixed network (4), causing the fixed network (4) to intercept calls directed to the moveable network, thereby avoiding unnecessary signal traffic over the satellite link (3, 6, 13). The moveable network may be a wireless network (FIGS. 1, 2), or a wired network (FIG. 4).

Abstract: The invention provides seed treatment compositions as well as their use, methods for treating seeds, methods of protecting plants against pests and also treated seeds and plants. In one embodiment there is provided a method of treating a seed with a seed treatment composition to induce a plant resistance mechanism against one or more pests in a plant grown from said seed.

Abstract: A satellite telephone system for communication between a fixed network (4) and a moveable network (1) on board a vehicle, has means for suspending operation of the moveable network, for example when the moveable network could interfere with a fixed network, during safety-critical stages of a flight, or to enforce “quiet” periods on board. When operation of the moveable network (1) is suspended a control signal is transmitted to the fixed network (4), causing the fixed network (4) to intercept calls directed to the moveable network, thereby avoiding unnecessary signal traffic over the satellite link (3, 6, 13). The moveable network may be a wireless network (FIGS. 1, 2), or a wired network (FIG. 4).

Abstract: An acoustic reflector (10) suitable for use as a reflective target for navigational aids and for location and re-location applications. The acoustic reflector comprises a shell (12) arranged to surround a solid core (16). The shell is adapted to transmit acoustic waves (18) incident thereon into the core (16). Within the core the acoustic waves are focused before being reflected from an opposing side of the shell (20) to provide a reflected acoustic wave. A portion of the acoustic waves incident on the shell is coupled into the shell wall and guided within and around the circumference thereof (26) before being re-radiated and combining constructively with the reflected acoustic wave to provide an enhanced reflected acoustic wave.

Abstract: Apparatus for providing telephone connection between one or more cellular radio telephones and a cellular radio switching system, comprises at least one moveable base transceiver station (511) for providing a radio connection with the cellular radio telephones, and having means for detecting whether the moveable base transceiver stations are in range of a fixed base transceiver station (543), and means for controlling the output of the moveable base transceiver stations (511) when such a fixed base transceiver station is detected such that transmissions from the moveable base stations do not interfere with transmissions from the fixed base station within a predetermined area surrounding the fixed base station (543). The system may also include a position finding system (590, 591), linked to the output control such that transmissions from the transmitter (511) cannot be detected within a predetermined area (T).

Abstract: This patent application describes the treatment of Addictive disorders, Psychoactive Substance Use disorders, Intoxication disorders, Inhalation disorders, Alcohol addiction, Tobacco addiction and or Nicotine addiction; and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); comprising administering a therapeutically effective, nontoxic dose of Reboxetine and derivatives and or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof to a patient.

Abstract: This patent application describes the treatment of Addictive disorders, Psychoactive Substance Use disorders, Intoxication disorders, Inhalation disorders, Alcohol addiction, Tobacco addiction and or Nicotine addiction; and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); comprising administering a therapeutically effective, nontoxic dose of Reboxetine and derivatives and or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof to a patient.

Abstract: This patent application describes, a new combination treatment of selective, noradrenaline-reuptake inhibitors (NARI) and specifically, reboxetine, and pindolol to provide rapid relief to patients suffering from depression, general anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety disorders such as obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), panic disorders (PD), social phobia (SD) and the like.

Abstract: This patent application describes a new combination treatment of selective, noradrenaline-reuptake inhibitors (NARI) and specifically, reboxetine, and pindolol to provide rapid relief to patients suffering from depression, general anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety disorders such as obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), panic disorders (PD), social phobia (SD) and the like.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of reboxetine in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and Panic Disorders.

Abstract: This patent application describes the treatment of Addictive disorders, Psychoactive Substance Use disorders, Intoxication disorders, Inhalation disorders, Alcohol addiction, Tobacco addiction and or Nicotine addiction; and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); comprising administering a therapeutically effective, nontoxic dose of Reboxetine and derivatives and or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof to a patient.

Abstract: This patent application describes a new combination treatment of selective, noradrenaline-reuptake inhibitors (NARI) and specifically, reboxetine, and pindolol to provide rapid relief to patients suffering from depression, general anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety disorders such as obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), panic disorders (PD), social phobia (SD) and the like.

Abstract: This patent application describes the treatment of Addictive Disorders, Psychoactive Substance Use Disorders, Intoxication disorders, Inhalation disorders, Alcohol addiction, Tobacco Addiction and or Nicotine Addiction; and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); comprising administering a therapeutically effective, nontoxic dose of Reboxetine and derivatives and or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof to a patient.