Abstract: A fiber producing apparatus and method for producing fibers having at least two different dimensions or characteristics. The apparatus cuts fibers of varying length, thickness, and width by varying a cutting stroke length, using a cutting plate having different cutting blades, and applying varying pressure on a material during the cutting process. The fibers of the present invention are moldable and can be used as an implant having a structure that mimics native or natural bones. The ability to mimic natural bone improves cellular infiltration and bone growth.

Abstract: For treating liquids, particularly in order to reduce the furring properties of water, there are disposed in the flow path of the liquid a sequence comprising a unit (101) exposing the liquid to a magnetic field and after it in the direction of flow a unit (103) which exposes the liquid to an electrical field, particularly a pulsed alternating field.