Abstract: A neuromodulation therapy is delivered via at least one electrode implanted subcutaneously and superficially to a fascia layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. In one example, an implantable medical device is deployed along a superficial surface of a deep fascia tissue layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. Electrical stimulation energy is delivered to the nerve through the deep fascia tissue layer via implantable medical device electrodes.

Abstract: A neuromodulation therapy is delivered via at least one electrode implanted subcutaneously and superficially to a fascia layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. In one example, an implantable medical device is deployed along a superficial surface of a deep fascia tissue layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. Electrical stimulation energy is delivered to the nerve through the deep fascia tissue layer via implantable medical device electrodes.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes a cable for a patient monitoring system. The cable can have a flexible and durable overall construction that enables the cable to withstand repeated winding and unwinding and prevent kinks from developing. The cable may include multiple bundles encased in inner jackets that reduce the amount of friction against other cable elements and allows the bundle to move more freely inside an outer jacket of the cable. The multiple bundles may include multiple wires or cords. The cable can include a flexible core that runs through the middle of the cable. The multiple bundles can be twisted, weaved, or untwisted around the core.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a method and apparatus using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology for collecting air samples and identifying biological agents in the air sample. The apparatus is capable of detecting transient events such as bacillus anthracis in a piece of mail being processed on high-speed mail processing equipment.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a method and apparatus using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology for collecting air samples and identifying biological agents in the air sample. The apparatus is capable of detecting transient events such as bacillus anthracis in a piece of mail being processed on high-speed mail processing equipment.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a method and apparatus using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology for automatically collecting air samples and identifying biological agents in the air sample. A fully automated system is provided that is capable of detecting transient events such as bacillus anthracis in a piece of mail being processed on high-speed mail processing equipment.

Abstract: A disposable sensor for metal analysis comprises a housing including a first section, a second section, and a flexible intermediate section therebetween. An ampoule containing a reagent is disposed in the intermediate section. A liquid seal is formed between the first and second sections. The intermediate section of the housing of the disposable sensor may be flexed to break the ampoule. When the seal is broken between the first and second sections, and the water sample mixes with the reagent, the mixture flows into the second section containing an electrode assembly. The electrode assembly may be disposed in engagement with the monitoring device to determine the concentration of the at least one metal in the water sample.

Abstract: A method for regularly and controllably flexing and extending the feet and the legs of a patient who is unable to move their legs and/or feet due to some physical or mental disorder. The oscillating footboard assembly is adjustable and adaptable to the users size. The oscillating footboard assembly is designed to regularly flex and extend (by a controllable amount of excursion and at a controllable frequency) the feet and the legs of a patient who is unable to move their legs and feet due to a physical ailment such as a stroke, coma, or paralysis. If the feet and legs are not regularly flexed and extended, they "freeze" in the extended position and it is extremely difficult and in some instances, impossible to resolve this problem. The frequency and the excursion of the oscillation may be adjustable on the assembly depending upon the needs of the patient. The assembly is easily and comfortably attachable to the patient through the use of booties or other means such as foot straps.

Abstract: An electrochemical gas sensor is described incorporating a sensing electrode, a reference electrode, a solid matrix containing an alkali salt, a potentiostat and a heater. The invention overcomes the problem of a liquid electrolyte which may operate over limited environmental conditions.

Abstract: An electrochemical gas sensor is described for detecting a gas constituent, for example hydrazine in a gas ambient incorporating an electrochemical cell including a reference electrode, counter electrode and sensing electrode spaced apart and with an electrolyte in contact with each electrode and comprising n-methyl-2-pyrrolidone and a salt soluble therein, for example tetraalkyl ammonium salt. The invention overcomes the problem of specificity, service life and operating temperature range associated with aqueous electrochemical gas sensors.

Abstract: An enzymatic toxic gas sensor 10 having a plurality of parallel planar surfaces and a buffered electrolyte reservoir 44. The buffered electrolyte is conveyed by means of diffusion to a substrate 28 to dissolve the substrate. The substrate diffuses to an immobilized enzyme where it is hydrolyzed if the enzyme is active. An electrochemical cell continuously monitors the hydrolyzed substrate concentration which is an indication of the enzymatic activity and presence of toxic gas. A circuit means responds to the current output of the electrochemical cell to indicate the presence or absence of a toxic gas. The shelf life of the sensor is extended by means of a separator for maintaining the enzyme dry and inactive. The enzyme in the preferred embodiment is acetylcholinesterase (AcHe).

Abstract: An electrochemical gas detection cell, particularly suitable for detecting H.sub.2 S, includes an electrochemical gas sensor which has a reference electrode, a sensing electrode and a counter electrode. The counter electrode is composed of carbon. The sensing electrode is composed of either gold or platinum and the reference electrode is composed of platinum. Circuitry is provided to supply voltage to the electrodes, the sensing electrode bias can be held below 300 mv., with respect to the reference electrode. The agent H.sub.2 S can be readily detected when the bias is about 250 mv. The cell is associated with signal processing circuitry which produce audible and visual outputs. A nonaqueous electrolyte is provided. The electrolyte may be composed of either propylene carbonate or n-methyl-2-pyrrolidone and one of conductive compatible salts, such as tetrabutyl ammonium tetrafluoroborate.

Abstract: An electrochemical detection cell which includes, in the order named, a stack of components constituted by a first membrane, an electrode carrier having reference and counter electrodes thereon, a membrane support, an electrode carrier having a sensing electrode thereon, and a permselective membrane. Whatman filter papers are positioned between the sensing electrode and both the counter electrode and reference electrode, these being positionable in a central rectangular opening of the membrane support. The cell allows air or gas ambient to address the membranes and effects application of an electrolyte to space between the electrodes by, for example, a wick which extends between an electrolyte-containing reservoir and the Whatman filter papers. A system for detecting a gaseous agent uses the aforementioned detection cell coupled with circuitry capable of applying a fixed DC voltage bias to the reference electrode and superimposing a train of DC voltage pulses on the fixed bias.

Abstract: The ion accelerator for an ion mobility detector cell is comprised of a ceramic tube coated inside with a thick film resistor composition across which a voltage potential difference is impressed to provide an ion accelerating electrical field gradient within the tube.