Abstract: A method for removing aromatic compounds from a hydrocarbon fluid comprises contacting the hydrocarbon fluid with a solid-phase polymeric material. The solid-phase polymeric material comprises a cross-linked polymer which contains aromatic groups. The method may be used to prevent the build-up of sludge and soot in a lubricant system in an internal combustion engine. A polymer bead comprising a solid-phase polymeric material is also provided.

Abstract: A method for removing aromatic compounds from a hydrocarbon fluid comprises contacting the hydrocarbon fluid with a solid-phase polymeric material. The solid-phase polymeric material comprises a cross-linked polymer which contains aromatic groups. The method may be used to prevent the build-up of sludge and soot in a lubricant system in an internal combustion engine. A polymer bead comprising a solid-phase polymeric material is also provided.

Abstract: A focus enhancing composition is provided. The focus enhancing composition includes a plurality of members. The plurality of members at least include L-Theanine, Acetyl L-Canitine and a choline derivative. The plurality of members are present in an amount effective to raise memory and cognition levels when administered to a mammal.

Abstract: A non-aqueous lubricating composition containing a major amount of an oil of lubricating viscosity and a minor amount, in the range of 0.02% to 5% by weight, of at least one compound represented by the structural formula (I): wherein R4 represents H or a C1 to C9 hydrocarbyl group or x, y and z are independently integers in the range 1 to 6; and R1, R2 and R3 each independently represent a C1 to C10 hydrocarbyl or substituted hydrocarbyl group.

Abstract: A non-aqueous lubricating composition containing a major amount of an oil of lubricating viscosity and a minor amount in the range of 0.02% to 5% by weight, of at least one compound having the structural formula (I): wherein m and n are each independently an integer in the range 1 to 6, R1 and R2 each independently represent a C1 to C10 hydrocarbyl or substituted hydrocarbyl group, and R3 represents a C10 to C26 hydrocarbyl group.

Abstract: The use as an ashless anti-wear additive in a non-aqueous lubricating composition and/or in a fuel composition, of at least one compound represented by the structural formula (I): wherein R4 represents H or a C1 to C9 hydrocarbyl group or formula (II) x, y and z are independently integers in the range 1 to 6; and R1, R2 and R3 each independently represent H or a C1 to C10 hydrocarbyl group. Also, a non-aqueous lubricating composition and a fuel composition for an internal combustion engine which comprise at least one of said compounds represented by structural formula (I).

Abstract: The use as a friction modifier in a non-aqueous lubricating composition and/or in a fuel composition, of at least one compound having the structural formula (I), wherein: m and n are independently an integer in the range 1 to 6; R1 and R2 each independently represent H or a C1 to C10 hydrocarbyl group; and R3 represents a C10 to C26 hydrocarbyl group. Also, a non-aqueous lubricating composition and a fuel composition for an internal combustion engine which comprise at least one of the compounds represented by structural formula (I).

Abstract: A merchandise display support stand is formed by a single configuration stamped from a single cardboard. All component parts are formed from the configuration. The stand in the erected condition is formed by folding the configuration along various horizontal and vertical fold lines and it is foldable to a collapsed folded condition. The stand is self-erectable from the folded condition to the erected condition.

Abstract: A multi-purpose merchandise tray has base dimensions equal to support surface of a standard transport pallet. A plurality of the tray may be disposed in a stacked manner on the pallet with merchandise prearranged therein. The merchandise tray with the pallet may be readily transported and deposited at a selected location such as an aisle of the shop floor of a retail location for ready purchase of the merchandise by customers walking through the aisle.

Abstract: A multi-purpose merchandise tray has base dimensions equal to support surface of a standard transport pallet. A plurality of the tray may be disposed in a stacked manner on the pallet with merchandise prearranged therein. The merchandise tray with the pallet may be readily transported and deposited at a selected location such as an aisle of the shop floor of a retail location for ready purchase of the merchandise by customers walking through the aisle.

Abstract: A merchandise display support stand is formed by a single configuration stamped from a single cardboard. All component parts are formed from the configuration. The stand in the erected condition is formed by folding the configuration along various horizontal and vertical fold lines and it is foldable to a collapsed folded condition. The stand is self-erectable from the folded condition to the erected condition.

Abstract: A reversibly deployable spoiler for a vehicle comprises a body and an active material in operative communication with the body. The active material, such as shape memory material, is operative to change at least one attribute in response to an activation signal. The active material can change its shape, dimensions and/or stiffness producing a change in at least one feature of the active spoiler airflow control device such as shape, dimension, location, orientation, and/or stiffness to control vehicle airflow and downforce to better suit changes in driving conditions such as speed, while reducing maintenance and the level of failure modes. An activation device, controller and sensors may be employed to further control the change in at least one feature of the active spoiler airflow control device such as shape, dimension, location, orientation, and/or stiffness.

Abstract: A system for controlling fluid flow about a vehicle. The system comprises a fluid flow control device, an obstacle sensor for detecting obstacles, and a controller. The fluid flow control device has a body with at least one surface and an actuation means in operative communication with the surface. The actuation means is operative to alter at least one attribute of the fluid flow control device in response to a control signal. The controller has control logic for generating the control signal in response to the obstacle sensor.

Abstract: EVINCE, a glass lined vertical steam smoker bar-b-que grill that cooks on a tiered system. What is new with this outdoor grill is the concept, the glass lining, the vertical configuration & design, and the tiered cooking system. It can be used as a conventional bar-b-que grill, a steam smoke bar-b-que grill, or a steam smoker for curing meat. The vertical configuration of the unit gives the user a lot more control over the cooking and smoking process. There are four grates with a combined cooking area of six and a half feet and steam pan that measures fourteen and half inches in diameter by three and a half inches deep. Four hooks for hanging meat at top of container. The interior walls are lined with a special type of glass which protects the container from corrosion. The steam pan access door serves as the secondary exhaust port as the smoke is re-circulated.

Abstract: This present invention provides a novel form of endless drive track for snow vehicles and the like, comprising: an endless underlying drive support belt with a flat inner surface with lateral edges having a drive mechanism thereon. An outer surface comprising a plurality of tread blocks moulded transversely to the endless underlying drive support belt, the tread blocks having a greater length than the width of the endless underlying drive support belt. The tread blocks have inward angles extending outward from the lateral edges of the endless underlying drive support belt. The lower portion of the tread blocks has a solid base extending upwardly to a point where the tread blocks have a plurality of slots. The slots are strategically located in the tread blocks to cause a staggered pattern of tread sections with adjacent blocks.

Abstract: A self-watering vertical supporting planter includes a growing medium cavity formed by the combination of outer and inner walls fixed to a bottom. The inner walls are fixed to a top and bottom forming a water reservoir with a centrally located sleeve to support a vertical telescopic support pole and pole cap fixed at its upper end. The reservoir is fixed to the bottom of the growing medium cavity. The reservoir has a filler hole and wick ports for self-watering of the growing medium. A plurality of strings are attached to the pole cap and the outer walls by means of hook-like elements fixed to the outer edges of the pole cap and the outer walls. The strings inclined with respect to the vertical form individual supports for vine type plants such as beans, tomatoes and cucumbers.

Abstract: This invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one anthelmintically active compound which is an avermectin or milbemycin, in the form of a complex with at least one cyclodextrin.