Abstract: Atomic layer deposition processes for the formation of tantalum-containing films on surfaces are provided. Also provided are novel tantalum complexes that can be used as tantalum precursors in the disclosed deposition processes.

Abstract: A process is provided for producing glycolic acid from formaldehyde and hydrogen cyanide. More specifically, heat-treated formaldehyde and hydrogen cyanide are reacted to produce glycolonitrile having low concentrations of impurities. The glycolonitrile is subsequently converted to an aqueous solution of ammonium glycolate using an enzyme catalyst having nitrilase activity derived from Acidovorax facilis 72W (ATCC 57746). Glycolic acid is recovered in the form of the acid or salt from the aqueous ammonium glycolate solution using a variety of methods described herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1,3-diimine copper complexes and the use of 1,3-diimine copper complexes for the deposition of copper on substrates or in or on porous solids in an Atomic Layer Deposition process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1,3-diimine copper complexes and the use of 1,3-diimine copper complexes for the deposition of copper on substrates or in or on porous solids in an Atomic Layer Deposition process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel atomic layer deposition process for the formation of copper films on substrates or in or on porous solids in an atomic layer deposition process.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus is provided. The patient support apparatus includes a plurality of therapeutic devices including a rotation device and a percussion-vibration device for carrying out rotation, percussion, and vibration therapy for a patient. The patient support apparatus includes a control system for controlling operation of the plurality of therapeutic devices. The control system comprises a touch-screen display segmented into a main menu portion and a data window portion. The therapeutic functions are represented by touch selectable buttons on the main menu portion. When any of these buttons are selected, a plurality of adjustable operating parameters appears in the data window portion. At the same time, the buttons corresponding to the therapeutic functions in the main menu portion remain visible such that an operator can easily select another therapeutic function. A method of tracking the therapeutic functions performed is provided.

Abstract: Methods of depositing a copper film onto the surface of a substrate from a supercritical solution containing copper-containing precursors having monoanionic bidentate and neutral monodentate ligands, which comprise contacting the substrate with the solution; heating the substrate to a temperature between about 60° C. and less than 150° C.; and forming a copper-containing film on at least a portion of the substrate surface. Also provided are copper-containing precursor compositions used therein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1,3-diimine copper complexes and the use of 1,3-diimine copper complexes for the deposition of copper on substrates or in or on porous solids in an Atomic Layer Deposition process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the synthesis of novel 1,3-diimine copper complexes using amino-imines and novel amino-imines.

Abstract: An attachment for fastening a brush to a shoe. The attachment having a first (horizontal) flange extending to a second (vertical) flange. The first flange attaching to the sole of the shoe, with the second flange attaching to a wiping element such as a brush. The attachment could alternatively be provided with a disk-like single flange having threading allowing the attachment to be screwed into a standard golf shoe threaded spike hole.

Abstract: An attachment for fastening a brush to a shoe. The attachment having a first (horizontal) flange extending to a second (vertical) flange. The first flange attaching to the sole of the shoe, with the second flange attaching to a wiping element such as a brush. The attachment could alternatively be provided with a disk-like single flange having threading allowing the attachment to be screwed into a standard golf shoe threaded spike hole.

Abstract: An attachment for fastening a brush to a shoe having a sole. The attachment having a disk-like flange for fitting in a snug and gripping manner against the shoe's sole. This flange having a bottom surface opposite an upper surface. Extending down from the bottom surface are a number of bristles for supplying brushing surface for brushing an object. Extending up from the center of the upper surface is a threaded stud for removably attaching the attachment to the shoe.

Abstract: An attachment for fastening a brush to a shoe. The attachment having a first (horizontal) flange extending to a second (vertical) flange. The first flange attaching to the sole of the shoe, with the second flange attaching to a wiping element such as a brush. The attachment could alternatively be provided with a disk-like single flange having threading allowing the attachment to be screwed into a standard golf shoe threaded spike hole.

Abstract: A regenerative shaft kiln having at least two vertical shafts and a plurality of lances for introducing fuel into the kiln, with one or more sensor provided proximate a plurality of the lances, each of the sensors producing a first output signal having a magnitude and corresponding to a physical parameter of the kiln adjacent the sensor. Observation of the operating conditions of individual lances enables adjustments to the fuel feed via individual lances to avoid equipment damage and to improve kiln performance.

Abstract: A fused, hardened composition containing CaO, MgO and Al.sub.2 O.sub.3 for use in purifying molten metal during steel production and a method of making the same. The composition can be made up of electric arc furnace dust and lime or dolo-lime fines which would normally be wasted. The mixture of ingredients is hydrated, molded into a uniform size and carbonated using a CO.sub.2 containing gas and then heated so as to produce a molded non-dusting composition which dissolves quickly and uniformly in the slag process. Components such as PbO from the furnace dust which normally make slag a hazardous waste under environmental regulations, are reacted within the molded composition to form stable ceramic spinels. These spinels are not water soluble and therefore not subject to strict disposal requirements.

Abstract: A solid fuel comprised of waste materials and a method of using the same are disclosed. The composition is made up of a heating value component, a neutralizing component and a nuisance waste component. Each of these components is a material which is readily available as a waste. Each component may be either solid or liquid, however, the total composition may not be more than 40% liquid. The nuisance waste component is a compound or mixture of compounds which often present disposal problems for industry. The nuisance wastes may include chlorinated hydrocarbons such as polychlorinated biphenyls, sulfur containing compounds, biological wastes and/or metals which are converted to stable and more easily disposed of compounds as the fuel briquette is burned in a kiln or furnace so that an inexpensive fuel is created from the waste products.

Abstract: A fused, hardened composition containing CaO, MgO and Al.sub.2 O.sub.3 for use in purifying molten metal during steel production and a method of making the same. The composition can be made up of electric arc furnace dust and lime or dolo-lime fines which would normally be wasted. The mixture of ingredients is hydrated, molded into a uniform size and carbonated using a CO.sub.2 containing gas and then heated so as to produce a molded non-dusting composition which dissolves quickly and uniformly in the slag process. Components such as PbO from the furnace dust which normally make slag a hazardous waste under environmental regulations, are reacted within the molded composition to form stable ceramic spinels. These spinels are not water soluble and therefore not subject to strict disposal requirements.