Abstract: The invention relates to a microporous crystalline material which is characterised in that it has the following chemical composition in the calcined state: X2O3: n YO2: m GeO2, wherein (n+m) is equal to at least 5, X is a trivalent element, Y corresponds to one or more tetravalent elements other than Ge and the Y/Ge ratio is greater than 1. Moreover, in the synthesised form without calcination, said material has an X-ray diffraction pattern in which the main lines thereof are as follows: (1), in which (mf) represents relative intensity of between 80 and 100, “d” represents relative intensity of between 20 and 40 and “md” represents relative intensity of between 0 and 20, which is calculated as a percentage with respect to the most intense peak. The invention also relates to the method of preparing said material and the use thereof in the conversion of food products comprising organic compounds.

Abstract: ITQ-27 (INSTITUTO DE TECNOLOGÍA QUÍMICA number 27) is a new crystalline microporous material with a framework of tetrahedral atoms connected by atoms capable of bridging the tetrahedral atoms, the tetrahedral atom framework being defined by the interconnections between the tetrahedrally coordinated atoms in its framework. ITQ-27 can be prepared in silicate compositions with a organic structure directing agent. It has a unique X-ray diffraction pattern, which identifies it as a new material. ITQ-27 is stable to calcination in air, absorbs hydrocarbons, and is catalytically active for hydrocarbon conversion.

Abstract: ITQ-34 (INSTITUTO DE TECNOLOGÍA QUÍMICA number 34) is a new crystalline microporous material with a framework of tetrahedral atoms connected by atoms capable of bridging the tetrahedral atoms, the tetrahedral atom framework being defined by the interconnections between the tetrahedrally coordinated atoms in its framework. ITQ-34 can be prepared in silicate compositions with an organic structure directing agent. It has a unique X-ray diffraction pattern, which identifies it as a new material. ITQ-34 is stable to calcination in air, absorbs hydrocarbons, and is catalytically active for hydrocarbon conversion.

Abstract: A crystalline microporous material of zeolitic nature (ITQ-41) having in its calcined form a chemical composition represented by the empirical formula: x(M1/nXO2):yYO2:SiO2 wherein, Y is a chemical element other than Silicon with oxidation status +4; X is a chemical element with oxidation status +3; M is H+ or an inorganic cation with charge n+; n can take any value between 1 to 3; x can take any value comprised between from about 0 to about 0.2; preferably lower than 0.0666, and more preferably lower than 0.05; y can take any value comprised between 0 and 0.2, and wherein, said material is characterized by the presence of four reflections in its powder X-Ray diffraction pattern at 6.9°; 7.4°; 8.3°, and 9.6°2? angles.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of preparing an alkylated aromatic compound. The inventive method is characterized in that it comprises an alkylation reaction of an aromatic compound with an alkylating agent which is selected from an olefin, an alcohol and a polyalkylated aromatic compound, in the presence of a catalyst which is a porous crystalline material with the following chemical composition in the calcined form: X2O3:n YO2:m ZO2, wherein (n+m) is at least 5, X is at least a trivalent element, Z is Ge, Y is at least a tetravalent element different from Ge and the n/m ratio is at least 1. Said method is particularly suitable for obtaining cumene.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hydrocracking catalyst containing: a hydrogenative component which is selected from at least one group VIB metal, at least one group VIII metal and combinations of same; at least one matrix comprising at least one oxide which is selected from an amorphous oxide, an oxide with low crystallinity and a mixture of both; and at least one microporous crystalline solid material which, in the calcined and anhydrous state, has molar composition X2O3:nYO2:mZO2, wherein X is a trivalent element, Y is at least one tetravalent element that is different from Ge and Z is Ge, and which, im the calcined and anhydrous state, has an X-ray diffractogram containing at least diffraction lines with d values=13.64, 7.87, 4.82, 4.55, 4.11 and 3.41 ?. The invention also relates to the method of preparing the inventive catalyst and to the use of same in hydrocarbon hydrocracking processses.

Abstract: Data transmission between a mobile client (1) and a cellular network (4) can be performed via an ad-hoc network (2) extension of the cellular network and a mobile relay (3). To reduce the overhead induced by the ad-hoc network (2) extension and still reap the benefits of extending the cellular network (4) by the ad-hoc network (2) it is suggested that a first part of the data that are transmitted from the mobile client (1) towards the cellular network (4) are transmitted directly via the air interface (8) and a second part of the data that are transmitted from the mobile client (1) towards the cellular network (4) are transmitted via the ad-hoc network (2) and the mobile relay (3).

Abstract: A packaging assembly (100) includes a plurality of dissimilar die (102, 104, 106) bonded to a base board (110) and ground coupled to a heat sink (108) through an opening (132). A mating board (112) is coupled to the base board (110) to provide separate surface mountable contacts (148-158, 166) with which to independently bias each die (102, 104, 106) while the heat sink (108) provides thermal dissipation for the die. Assembly (100) provides a surface mountable package well suited to multiband applications.

Abstract: A packaging assembly (100) includes a plurality of dissimilar die (102, 104, 106) bonded to a base board (110) and ground coupled to a heat sink (108) through an opening (132). A mating board (112) is coupled to the base board (110) to provide separate surface mountable contacts (148-158, 166) with which to independently bias each die (102, 104, 106) while the heat sink (108) provides thermal dissipation for the die. Assembly (100) provides a surface mountable package well suited to multiband applications.

Abstract: An assembly (100) is provided which allows high power packaged power components (122) to operate at optimum power levels without degradation in performance. The assembly includes a heat sink (102), a printed circuit board (pcb) isolator (104) and a contact ring (106). The pcb isolator (104) provides electrical contacts (108, 128) upon which to mount the component and includes an opening (110) through which the component is soldered to the heat sink (102). The contact ring (106) is mounted to the pcb isolator (104) to form a cavity (124) within which the component (122) is contained. The assembly (100) can be coupled into a product having a chassis (320) and a product circuit board (324) such that the contact ring (106) is soldered to the product circuit board for electrical connection, and the heat sink is thermally coupled to the product chassis for heat dissipation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for routing a message from a Cell Control to a Mobile Control of a Radio Network Control equipment and vice versa. Such methods are substantially known in the art for Radio Network Controllers RNCs. The present invention proposes a communication between functional entities of a distributed RNC enabling the routing of the message by using known protocols and reusing identifiers already known for these protocols.

Abstract: An electrical connection that is equipped with a pullout prevention clip which can be advantageously used to prevent an electrical plug from being accidentally removed from the connection. The electrical connection includes a socket member formed recessed in an electronic device for receiving a plug, the plug is molded with a groove in an outer peripheral surface, a shaft member attached to the electronic device for anchoring a clip member and acting as an axis pivotally or slidingly engages the clip member, the clip member has a cutout portion for engaging the groove in the plug upon deployment and thereby preventing the plug from being accidentally or unintentionally pulled out.

Abstract: ITQ-27 (INSTITUTO DE TECNOLOGÍA QUÍMICA number 27) is a new crystalline microporous material with a framework of tetrahedral atoms connected by atoms capable of bridging the tetrahedral atoms, the tetrahedral atom framework being defined by the interconnections between the tetrahedrally coordinated atoms in its framework. ITQ-27 can be prepared in silicate compositions with a organic structure directing agent. It has a unique X-ray diffraction pattern, which identifies it as a new material. ITQ-27 is stable to calcination in air, absorbs hydrocarbons, and is catalytically active for hydrocarbon conversion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a porous crystalline material which, in the calcined state, has a composition: X2O3:nYO2:mZO2, wherein: X represents a trivalent element; Z represents Ge; and Y represents at least one tetravalent element other than Ge. Furthermore, in the chemical composition, (n+m) is equal to at least 5 and the Y/Z ratio is equal to at least 1. Moreover, in the calcined state, said material has an X-ray diffraction pattern which coincides substantially with (1), wherein VS is a very strong relative intensity corresponding to a percentage of between 80 and 100 with respect to the most intense peak; M is a mean relative intensity corresponding to a percentage of between 40 and 60 with respect to the most intense peak; and W is a mean relative intensity corresponding to a percentage of between 20 and 40 with respect to the most intense peak.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of zeolite ITQ-21 in a process of catalytic cracking of organic compounds. In said cracking process the zeolite ITQ-21 can be present in the catalyst as the sole zeolite component of same of combined with at least one second zeolite component. Moreover, said zeolite ITQ-21 can be present in the catalyst as unmodified zeolite ITQ-21 or as ITQ-21 modified zeolite. The preferred combinations, wherein the zeolite forms part of the cracking catalyst, are those wherein it is combined with at least one second zeolite component. The preferred modifications comprise, for example, a modification by means of post-synthesis treatment with phosphorous or a modification involving the introduction of acid centres. The catalytic process is preferably an FCC or DPC type hydrocarbon cracking process.

Abstract: To reduce the overhead induced by transmitting data between a mobile client (1) and a cellular network (4) via an ad-hoc network (2) extension it is suggested, that the cellular network (4) transmits data dedicated to the mobile relay (3) and dedicated to the mobile client (1) within the same data stream; the mobile relay (3) detects whether data received by the mobile relay (3) contains data that are dedicated to the mobile relay (3) itself and terminates the part of the received data that is dedicated to the mobile relay (3) itself; the mobile relay (3) detects whether data received by the mobile relay (3) contains data that are dedicated to the mobile client (1) and forwards the part that is dedicated to the mobile client (1) to the mobile client (1); and the mobile relay (3) detects whether data received by the mobile relay (3) contains data that are dedicated to the cellular network (4) and forwards the part that is dedicated to the cellular network (4) to the cellular network (4).

Abstract: Data transmission between a mobile client (1) and a cellular network (4) can be performed via an ad-hoc network (2) extension of the cellular network and a mobile relay (3). To reduce the overhead induced by the ad-hoc network (2) extension and still reap the benefits of extending the cellular network (4) by the ad-hoc network (2) it is suggested that a first part of the data that are transmitted from the mobile client (1) towards the cellular network (4) are transmitted directly via the air interface (8) and a second part of the data that are transmitted from the mobile client (1) towards the cellular network (4) are transmitted via the ad-hoc network (2) and the mobile relay (3).

Abstract: An innovative and synergistic chemical composition is developed for enhancing a person's metabolism. Specifically, the chemical composition aids in increasing the thermogenic activity of the body, which encourages the metabolic conversion of the foods consumed by the person. This results in a loss of body fat and weight, without adversely affecting the person's nervous or circulatory systems. In addition, a method is presented wherein the person ingests a recommended dosage of the chemical composition prior to engaging in physical exercise, thereby allowing the chemical composition to be readily utilized by many of the people who may benefit from its effects.

Abstract: A porous crystalline material (ITQ-21) which in its calcined form has the chemical composition X2O3:nYO2:mZO2 wherein (n+m) is at least 5, X is a trivalent element, Z is Ge, Y is at least one tetravalent element other than Ge, and the ratio is m/(n+m) is 0.0 to 0.5, and displays the X-ray diffraction values given in Table 1, and a method of preparation of the material in the presence of fluoride ions and using N(16)-methylsparteinium as structure director agent; the material being useful in its acid form and in bifunctional catalyst form in processes of catalytic cracking, hydro-cracking and alkylation of aromatics.

Abstract: A chemical composition and a method to inhibit fat absorption, enhance metabolization of carbohydrates, and maintain normal functioning of the digestive processes in a person's body. Specifically, the chemical composition and method are utilized to bind fat thereby limiting absorption by the body, enhance the metabolization of carbohydrates, such as sugars, to limit storage in the body, and maintain the digestive processes to facilitate elimination of unwanted fats and carbohydrates from the body. One formulation of the chemical composition includes a mixture of a fat binding fraction, which comprises between approximately 22% and 27% by weight, a metabolic enhancer fraction comprising between approximately 43% and 53% by weight, and a digestive aid fraction comprising between approximately 25% and 31% by weight of the total chemical composition. A mixture of vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds are included in the chemical composition and utilized by the method.