Abstract: These polymers are copolymers or overpolymers having a substrate of styrene butadiene copolymer overpolymerized with an amine substituted alkyl acrylate. The polymers promote adhesion between organic and inorganic substrates and unsaturated polymers.

Abstract: A fixture is illustrated for servicing a loom feeder plate assembly, having a feeder gripper beneath a guide block riveted to a plate, providing a plurality of work stations for carrying out the servicing operations.

Abstract: The present invention provides DNA compounds that encode deacetoxycephalosporin C synthetase (DAOCS) activity. The compounds can be used to construct recombinant DNA expression vectors for a wide variety of host cells, including E. coli, Penicillium, Streptomyces, Aspergillus, and Cephalosporium.

Abstract: These polymers are copolymers or overpolymers having a substrate of styrene butadiene copolymer overpolymerized with an amine substituted alkyl acrylate. The polymers promote adhesion between organic and inorganic substrates and unsaturated polymers.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a novel method for expressing and secreting a functional polypeptide in Bacillus including the vectors and transformants for the practice thereof. The vectors comprise the transcriptional and translational activity sequence, and optionally the signal peptide coding sequence, of the Staphylococcus aureus nuclease gene. The vectors and transformants are useful for the production and secretion of human hormones such as human proinsulin.

Abstract: A novel promoter, ribosome-binding site-encoding DNA, and a number of signal peptide-encoding DNA sequences are described for use in Bacillus and other host cells. The compounds are useful in constructing expression vectors for use in Bacillus and other host cells and drive expression and secretion of proteins such as nuclease and human growth hormone. In addition, a general method for obtaining cells with increased abilities to express and secrete heterologous gene products is described.

Abstract: A game board bearing indicia defining a plurality of adjoining game spaces, a plurality of sets of distinctive markers for placing in the spaces to progressively outline design patterns allotted to the various game players by radomly drawing game cards bearing the patterns, and design pattern-making pads, score-keeping pads and game rules. In accordance with the method of play, order of play by the players is first determined, then the individual design patterns are drawn by card by the players, after which each player secretly determines where to outline the selected pattern on the game board and secretly records that selection on a pattern-recording sheet. Thereupon, each player, in turn, places a marker on a space on the game board in order to progressively complete that player's pattern. Points are awarded for first finishing a pattern, blocking another player's pattern and first reaching an intersection of patterns. The player who first accumulates a predetermined point total or completes a pattern wins.

Abstract: This miniature multiplanar acceleration switch has a generally cylindrical electrically conductive mass held by coil spring bias in abutment with one end of a cylindrical chamber in a metal shell. The diameter of the mass is smaller than that of the chamber and is tapered so that the mass can tilt in response to a laterally directed force of acceleration to dispose its axis at an angle to the axis of the chamber. The mass has an inner end formed with a bore into which extends the end of a circuit lead carried by a glass insulator bonded to a header closing the other end of the chamber. When the mass tilts, the lead is contacted by the mass to close an electric circuit.

Abstract: Recombinant DNA expression vectors for use in Bacillus and other host cells are disclosed. The vectors comprise the veg promoter sequence of Bacillus subtilis, a novel ribosome binding site-containing sequence and a sequence that codes for a functional polypeptide. The ribosome binding site-containing sequence is synthesized in accordance with conventional procedures while the veg promoter sequence can be obtained from E. coli K12 JA221/pMS480 (NRRL B-15258). Various sequences that codes for functional polypeptides and method for their expression in Bacillus are also disclosed.

Abstract: This miniature acceleration switch has a cylindrical metal mass movable axially in a cylindrical chamber in a cylindrical metal shell. The chamber is filled with an inert gas to inhibit corrosion. The mass has a frustoconical end section inserted into a metal coil spring engaged at one end on an annular shoulder at the wider end of the section, and engaged at its other end in an annular recess formed in a metal ring of a header closing and welded to the other end of the chamber to seal it hermetically. The header has a glass insulator bonded to the ring and carries at its center a circuit lead projecting into the chamber to be contacted by the mass when it moves against a spring load in response to a predetermined force of acceleration.

Abstract: A connector element (10) adapted to receive one line (15) at one end (12) thereof and another line (17) at the opposing end (14) thereof. The one line (15) is permanently secured in the connector (10) at the one end (12). The connector (10) includes a slot (32) in its side, the slot (32) extending from the opposing end (14) to an elliptical opening (33), which is larger than the width of the slot (32). Both the slot (32) and the opening (33) open onto the hollow interior of the connector (10). A retainer element (37) is connected to the end of line (17). The hollow interior of the connector (10) is configured to hold the retainer element (37) within the connector (10), while permitting the line (17) to extend out through the end (14) of the connector. The slot (32) is large enough to accommodate the line ( 17) while the opening (33) is large enough to accommodate the retainer element (37).

Abstract: A method for expressing a functional polypeptide in Streptomyces comprises transforming a Streptomyces host cell with a recombinant DNA expression vector and then culturing the transformed cell under conditions suitable for cell growth. The recombinant DNA expression vector comprises the veg or any other homologous Bacillus promoter, a naturally occurring or modified ribosome binding site-containing DNA sequence and a gene that codes for a functional polypeptide such as human pre-proinsulin. The method is specifically exemplified by use of expression plasmids pOW529, pOW539 and transformants, Streptomyces ambofaciens/pOW529 and Streptomyces ambofaciens/pOW539. The method is broadly applicable and is particularly useful in economically important Streptomyces taxa.

Abstract: In this system, a receiver having adjustable sensitivity to movement by a room occupant picks up continuously generated compressional waves of ultrasonic frequency reflected from the occupant. Movements of the occupant cause changes in frequency of the reflected wave which are detected, and pulses are applied to a timer which applies a timed voltage to a logic circuit. A signal indicating a difference between a preset ambient temperature and that sensed by an electronic sensor is applied to the logic circuit. The logic circuit is arranged to actuate relays to turn a selected heating or cooling unit on if occupant movement is detected and ambient temperature difference exists, and to turn the selected unit off if the room becomes unoccupied. The logic circuit is effective to turn on the heating unit if ambient temperature falls below a preset, low other temperature, even if the room is unoccupied.

Abstract: The present invention discloses multifunctional recombinant DNA cloning vectors for use in Streptomyces, Bacillus, and E. coli. The invention further discloses transformants of the aforementioned vectors.

Abstract: A framing system including a framing apparatus (10) comprising a series of self supporting frames (12, 14, 16 and 18) held together by joiner strips (28 and 30) and supporting decorative panels (20, 22, 24 and 26); the apparatus (10) can be used as walls, partitions, or for displays at exhibits and trade shows. The framing apparatus can be easily and quickly set up without tools, and the panels are easily removable and replaceable even after the system is set up. The frames can include electrical outlets (36) and cross strips (150) with a slot (154) for supporting heavy articles to be hung on the frames. A framing method and framing member are also enclosed.

Abstract: A hockey stick formed having a double-box beam shaft defining an elongated handle, and a molded laminated blade structure integrally molded to one end of the double-box beam shaft. The laminated blade is formed by molding a plastic core having laminated therein outer oppositely disposed preformed resin-impregnated web-like cloth sheets, and inner oppositely disposed unidirectional fiberglass-strip members positioned longitudinal of the main-body portion of the blade, the fiberglass strips being held in spaced relationship to each other by foam spacers, whereby a pair of elongated fiberglass rod members are interposed between a portion of the strips and the angularly disposed neck portion of the blade, and encapsulated within the plastic core, the rods extending outwardly to be integrally molded to the shaft.

Abstract: Concentration of residual acrylonitrile monomer is reduced in acrylonitrile copolymers or water in which acrylonitrile is polymerized to a level of less than about 100 ppm by reacting therewith ammonia or ammonium hydroxide, thioalcohols, hydrogen sulfide and its salts, and alkali metal and alkaline earth metal carbonates, phosphates, and silicates.

Abstract: Residual acrylonitrile dissolved in acrylonitrile copolymers and/or water in which acrylonitrile polymers are polymerized or processed such as a latex thereof or from acrylonitrile processes can be substantially reduced by adding to polymer-water mixtures for example, after at least 90% of the monomers have been polymerized, additional catalyst and an amount of comonomer in excess of the amount of free acrylonitrile present.