Abstract: The present invention relates to single walled and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (CNTs), functionalized CNTs and carbon nanotube composites with controlled properties, to a method for aerosol synthesis of single walled and multi-walled carbon nanotubes, functionalized CNTs and carbon nanotube composites with controlled properties from pre-made catalyst particles and a carbon source in the presence of reagents and additives, to functional, matrix and composite materials composed thereof and structures and devices fabricated from the same in continuous or batch CNT reactors. The present invention allows all or part of the processes of synthesis of CNTs, their purification, doping, functionalization, coating, mixing and deposition to be combined in one continuous procedure and in which the catalyst synthesis, the CNT synthesis, and their functionalization, doping, coating, mixing and deposition can be separately controlled.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer program products for generating travel recommendations and alternative travel recommendations. At least one minimum fare path having an associated value may be determined based on a travel request. At least one alternative fare path having an associated value may be determined based at least in part on the associated value of the at least one minimum fare path. At least one travel recommendation may be generated based on the at least one minimum fare path, and at least one alternative travel recommendation may be generated based on the at least one alternative fare path.

Abstract: The present invention is an electronically controlled wide band vibrating tampon (ECWVT) apparatus to provide relief from feminine menstrual cramps and comprises a controllable vibration generator with selectable wide band vibration sources, an electromechanical transducer aka a vibration transmitter, and a disposable vibration transmitting tampon head (VTTH) to be inserted into the user's vaginal canal for customized and maximized relief from a user's menstrual cramps. Since only the VTTH is disposable and all other parts are reusable, the disposable cost is minimized.

Abstract: A coating film for labels of daily chemicals, beer, cosmetics, beverages, electronic products, and toys. A Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) extruded coating film includes a functional layer, a core layer, and a sub-functional layer. The core layer is located between the functional layer and the sub-functional layer. The functional layer, the core layer, and the sub-functional layer are co-extruded, and then biaxially stretched to form a unity. The weight percentages of the material of the functional layer, the material of the core layer, and the material of the sub-functional layer are 5-20%, 60-90%, and 5-20% respectively. The material of the functional layer is formed by mixing 30-60% of acrylic acid modified polyethylene, 30-45% of a polypropylene block copolymer, 7-20% of C9 hydrogenated petroleum resin, 1-3% of an antioxidant, and 1-2% of a dispersing agent.

Abstract: The invention provides specific binding proteins and the uses thereof. Particularly, the present invention provides a monoclonal antibody which can effectively bind to epidermal growth factor receptor variant type III (EGFRvIII) or can partially bind to the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) over-expressed in cells, but not bind to EGFR normally-expressed in cells. Furthermore, the present invention said antibody has obvious therapeutic effect on a tumor cell line expressing the EGFRvIII. The invention also provides a method for preparing said monoclonal antibody and a pharmaceutical composition comprising said monoclonal antibody.

Abstract: Final chlorine dioxide bleaching of lignocellulosic materials is most effective at a near-neutral pH but present industrial practice typically targets a final pH of between 3.5 and 4.0 because of the difficulty in achieving and maintaining near-neutral pH cost effectively. The in situ formation of bicarbonate before the addition of chlorine dioxide provides a way of maintaining the required near-neutral pH. Near-neutral final chlorine dioxide bleaching also produces a bleached pulp that is in a state that responds more effectively to fluorescent whitening or optical brightening agents.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for analyzing data, which comprises: judging whether the read of each multiplexing block in a media unit has been completed according to the total length of the media unit and the length of the multiplexing block when reading the multiplexing blocks in the media unit; the media unit is a video unit, an audio unit or a data unit. The present invention imposes the structural features of multiplexing blocks, when the receiving quality of the mobile media broadcasting terminal is well, which dispenses with judging whether the multiplexing block is the beginning multiplexing block or the ending multiplexing block according to the beginning ID code and the ending ID code, analyzing with type and data unit type field, and CRC. Therefore, the multiplexing block analyzer steps and the procedure of data process of the receiver are predigested. It performs quick analyzing.

Abstract: A nuclear fuel assembly component such as a control rod that has a cylindrical insert such as neutron absorbing material that is closely received within a cladding that is sealed at either end with end caps. The cylindrical member has grooves formed in its side wall extending from an upper surface to a lower surface to permit air to escape from the cladding as the cylindrical member is loaded into the cladding during manufacture.

Abstract: Apigenin is a nontoxic compound. The present invention is appropriate for apigenin use in people who have a high risk of getting cancer, and in people who have cancer through chemoprevention and chemotherapy, respectively. We showed that apigenin inhibited cancer cell proliferation, tumor growth and angiogenesis. Apigenin selectively inhibited proliferation and induced apoptosis of cancer cells, enhanced the sensitivity of different cancer cells to different therapeutic drugs including cisplatin and taxol. Apigenin also inhibits angiogenesis and tumor growth in human cancers, and inhibits angiogenic inducers such as hypoxia-inducible factor 1 (HIF-1) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Apigenin inhibited expression of HIF-1 and VEGF through PI3K, AKT, p70S6K1 and HDM2 pathways, which are commonly observed in all kinds of human cancers.

Abstract: The present invention is a gravity continuously operating filtration system for separating impurities from liquids. The liquid flows upward through a bed of filter media in a vessel and filtered liquid (filtrate) is collected above the top of the bed. Dirtied filter media are withdrawn from the bottom of the vessel and returned to the vessel from the top. The dirtied filter media are first conveyed to a separation device by which the bulk of solids are separated from the filter media. The reject liquid from the separation device is discharged as waste. The filter media are then cleaned in a spiral wash path and are then returned back to the system. The described cleaning process is far more effective than other similar filtration systems. Majority of essential components are located outside of the vessel and are convenient to access for maintenance and inspection.

Abstract: The invention provides specific binding proteins and the uses thereof. Particularly, the present invention provides a monoclonal antibody which can effectively bind to epidermal growth factor receptor variant type III (EGFRvIII) or can partially bind to the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) over-expressed in cells, but not bind to EGFR normally-expressed in cells. Furthermore, the present invention said antibody has obvious therapeutic effect on a tumor cell line expressing the EGFRvIII. The invention also provides a method for preparing said monoclonal antibody and a pharmaceutical composition comprising said monoclonal antibody.

Abstract: A method, system, mapping forwarding server and access router for mobile communication control are provided in the present invention. The method includes a flow of sending a data message from a source mobile terminal to a destination mobile terminal, including the following steps: A, a source access router receiving a first data message sent by the source mobile terminal, and executing step B; B, encapsulating a location identifier according to an identity identifier in the first data message, and acquiring a second data message; forwarding the second data message to a destination access router connected to the destination mobile terminal according to the location identifier in the second data message; and C, the destination access router stripping out the location identifier encapsulation in the second data message to return the second data message to the first data message, and forwarding the first data message to the destination mobile terminal.

Abstract: Knot rejects from chemical pulping processes are subjected to acid hydrolysis or an enzymatic hydrolysis treatment. The resultant hydrolysate is enriched with glucose, representing a value-added raw material for products using hexoses. The residue, separated from the said hydrolysate after the acid hydrolysis or enzyme treatment, consists of mainly knots or chips. The residue has a much improved aesthetic appearance which can be readily used as value-added raw materials for mulch or similar applications. The residue could also be extracted to obtain high value antioxidants and other nutraceutical chemicals such as lignans or can be utilized according to currently known practices including recooking, burning and depositing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel use of substance P. The substance P of the present invention exhibits effects of decreasing microglia activity, decreasing proinflammatory cytokines, inhibiting apoptosis, etc. The substance P of the present invention effectively treats degenerative central nervous system diseases or disorders such as a spinal cord injury caused by a traumatic injury (flexion injury, vertical compression injury, hyperextension injury, flexion-rotation injury) and by a non-traumatic injury (vascular dysfunction, arthritis, or degenerative arthritis), Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Huntington's disease, depressive disorder, epilepsy, etc.

Abstract: A simplified micro-magnetic based sensor and a system built with it for detecting or measuring acceleration, speed, position, placement, tilt, and vibration are disclosed for a reduced product size, simplified manufacturing process, and reduced product cost. Both simplified micro-magnetic sensor and simplified micro-magnetic sensor system include a primary micro inductor and a secondary micro inductor coupled with a micro magnetically permeable dynamic medium element that is small, simple and low cost to manufacture.

Abstract: A battery cover latching mechanism is provided. The battery cover latching mechanism includes a body member, a battery cover, and an elastic member. One end of the elastic member resists the body member, the other end of the elastic member resists the battery cover. The battery cover is attached to the body member. The battery is attached to the battery cover. The elastic member provides an elastic force to open the battery cover allowing the battery to be removed from the body member.

Abstract: A protector bottom grid for a nuclear fuel assembly that includes three laterally staggered and horizontally oriented protrusions that extend into the fuel rod cell of a support grid below a vertically oriented spring. The three staggered protrusions extend into the cell a distance that maintains a space between the protrusions and the fuel rod. The vertically oriented spring biases the fuel rod against a dimple extending from the opposite cell wall that is at an elevation just above the spring. The protrusions below the spring trap incoming debris in the area of the fuel rod end cap and protect the fuel rod cladding from fretting.

Abstract: A method for reducing times of receiving overhead information by a mobile multimedia broadcast terminal, comprising the following steps: a mobile multimedia broadcast system multiplexes different services according to service type, generates different overhead information, and adds an overhead information update indication in a corresponding service data segment for indicating whether the overhead information in the next frame will be updated; a receiving terminal monitors whether the overhead information will be changed according to the overhead information update indication in the service data segment; when the overhead information update indication indicates the overhead information in the next frame will not be updated, the receiving terminal will not receive the overhead information and only receive necessary service data in the next frame; when the overhead information update indication indicates the overhead information in the next frame will be updated, the occurrence of the update will be recorded, a

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and system for a user to log in an Internet Content Provider (ICP) website in an identification location separation network and a login device thereof. The method includes: after receiving an access data packet of a user, the ICP website obtaining an identification code of the user therein, and transmitting the identification code of the user to an Internet Service Provider (ISP) authentication center; the ISP authentication center authenticating the user based on the identification code of the user, and if the authentication is passed, the ISP authentication center returning an authentication passed message, which contains the identification code of the user, to the ICP website; after receiving the authentication passed message, the ICP website obtaining personal information of the user according to the identification code of the user, and then the user logging in the ICP website.