Abstract: A hydrophilic electrospinning biological composite scaffold material used for tissue regeneration and a preparation method and an application thereof are provided. Fibrinogen, L-arginine or an aqueous solution of hydrochloride thereof and a P(LLA-CL) solution are blended and an electrospinning technology is used to prepare the biological composite scaffold material. The biological composite scaffold material has an equilibrium contact angle that is less than 55°, is hydrophilic and has a good application prospect in repairing body tissue defects.

Abstract: Post-amble processing of a beam forming packet may utilize different sector rotation speeds at different wireless communication devices. Power measurements may be captured for individual sectors of an antenna array with respect to a complete rotation of antenna sectors at another wireless communication device. The power measurements may be evaluated to identify a sector for directing a millimeter wave beam between the different wireless communication devices. In some embodiments, a second packet may be transmitted back using the identified sector to determine another sector for directing the millimeter wave beam between the different wireless communication devices.

Abstract: A method and system for facilitating online payments are disclosed. According to one aspect of the present invention, a payment agreement is established at a payment service provider that defines terms of a payment relationship between a merchant and a user. The establishing of the payment agreement includes linking the payment agreement with a payment account of the merchant or user stored at the payment service provider. After establishing the payment agreement, a payment request associated with a transaction is received, whereby the payment request includes a unique identifier to identify the payment agreement stored at the payment service provider. Based on a verification that the payment request complies with terms of the payment agreement, the payment request is processed.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to systems, apparatuses, and methods for operating a wireless local area network (WLAN) modem to perform WLAN channel change in a WLAN environment that is inhabited by radar devices, and therefore subject to a Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirement defined by the appropriate WLAN governing standards. Specifically, the present disclosure is directed to an apparatus and method for reducing or eliminating the amount of time in which a WLAN transceiver cannot transmit/receive data traffic while listening for radar signals on a channel allocated to radar devices for the minimum listening time specified by DFS.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for inhibiting melanogenesis, promoting collagen production, and promoting wound healing in the skin of a subject in need thereof, comprising administering to the subject an effective amount of a compound represented by formula (I). The compound of the present invention can inhibit melanin formation, promote collagen production and facilitate wound repair. Therefore, the compound can be utilized to manufacture compositions for skin whitening, anti-aging, and wound healing. The present invention also provides a method of preparing a compound of formula (I).

Abstract: A thermal dissipation device includes a main body and a support member. The main body has an upper surface, a lower surface opposite to the upper surface, and a lateral surface. The main body defines an injection hole extending through the main body, and includes an inner ring protruding from the upper surface and adjacent to the injection hole and an outer ring protruding from the upper surface and adjacent to the lateral surface. The support member connects to the lateral surface of the main body. An upper surface of the inner ring is higher than an upper surface of the outer ring. A first intersection point between the inner ring and the upper surface of the main body is higher than a second intersection point between the outer ring and the upper surface of the main body.

Abstract: The representative embodiments discussed in the present disclosure relate to techniques in which the transmission and reception of phase array antennas may be measured to more accurately and more efficiently estimate incidence angles of the associated RF signals. More specifically, in some embodiments, RF signals may be transmitted and received by various subsets of antennas in a pair of phased antenna arrays, and the resulting signals may adaptively filtered and fed back to perform iterations until incidence angles may be accurately determined.

Abstract: The present invention provides 11 peptides represented as SEQ ID NO: 1-11. The peptides have the ability of anti-virus and bacteria, and can reduce infections, clean necrotic tissue, and promote debridement so as to facilitate wound healing. Moreover, the peptides can also induce collagen secretion and activate fibroblasts and keratinocytes so as to stimulate angiogenesis. Thus, the peptides of the present invention are suitable for development as a health caring product to help an individual enhance recovery and immunity.

Abstract: A thermal dissipation device includes a main body and a support member. The main body has an upper surface, a lower surface opposite to the upper surface, and a lateral surface. The main body defines an injection hole extending through the main body, and includes an inner ring protruding from the upper surface and adjacent to the injection hole and an outer ring protruding from the upper surface and adjacent to the lateral surface. The support member connects to the lateral surface of the main body. An upper surface of the inner ring is higher than an upper surface of the outer ring. A first intersection point between the inner ring and the upper surface of the main body is higher than a second intersection point between the outer ring and the upper surface of the main body.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for treatment of prostatic hyperplasia with banana flower extract. Such banana flower extract can suppress the proliferation of prostate cells and their ability to synthesize dihydrotestosterone. In another aspect, the banana flower extract is also used for ameliorating urinary disturbance. The banana flower extract is a water-soluble extract obtained by sonication and can further be utilized to provide alternatives or supplements for ameliorating symptoms associated with prostatic hyperplasia.

Abstract: A method and system for facilitating online payments are disclosed. According to one aspect of the present invention, a payment agreement is established at a payment service provider that defines terms of a payment relationship between a merchant and a user. The establishing of the payment agreement includes linking the payment agreement with a payment account of the merchant or user stored at the payment service provider. After establishing the payment agreement, a payment request associated with a transaction is received, whereby the payment request includes a unique identifier to identify the payment agreement stored at the payment service provider. Based on a verification that the payment request complies with terms of the payment agreement, the payment request is processed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of reducing uric acid in a subject in need thereof, comprising administering to the subject a composition comprising an effective amount of fucoxanthin, wherein the fucoxanthin has the effect of reducing uric acid and preventing gout.

Abstract: Provided is a method for enhancing collagen secretion and preventing cutaneous aging using Chenopodium formosanum extract. The Chenopodium formosanum extract includes active ingredients that are able to effectively enhance the ability of collagen secretion of dermal fibroblasts as well as prevent the glycation of collagen and resist the damage of ultraviolet light exposure. The preparation of the Chenopodium formosanum extract is environmental friendly and is able to promote the economic value of Chenopodium formosanum; thus, the present invention is suitable for applications in the development of food products, especially beverages, skin care and cosmetic products.

Abstract: The present invention provides 11 peptides represented as SEQ ID NO: 1-11. The peptides have the ability of anti-virus and bacteria, and can reduce infections, clean necrotic tissue, and promote debridement so as to facilitate wound healing. Moreover, the peptides can also induce collagen secretion and activate fibroblasts and keratinocytes so as to stimulate angiogenesis. Thus, the peptides of the present invention are suitable for development as a health caring product to help an individual enhance recovery and immunity.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for inhibiting melanogenesis, promoting collagen production, and promoting wound healing in the skin of a subject in need thereof, comprising administering to the subject an effective amount of a compound represented by formula (I). The compound of the present invention can inhibit melanin formation, promote collagen production and facilitate wound repair. Therefore, the compound can be utilized to manufacture compositions for skin whitening, anti-aging, and wound healing. The present invention also provides a method of preparing a compound of formula (I).

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to systems, apparatuses, and methods for operating a wireless local area network (WLAN) modem to perform WLAN channel change in a WLAN environment that is inhabited by radar devices, and therefore subject to a Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirement defined by the appropriate WLAN governing standards. Specifically, the present disclosure is directed to an apparatus and method for reducing or eliminating the amount of time in which a WLAN transceiver cannot transmit/receive data traffic while listening for radar signals on a channel allocated to radar devices for the minimum listening time specified by DFS.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods concerning regulation of load currents are disclosed. As an example, one apparatus includes a first clock generation circuit configured to generate a first clock signal with a frequency spectrum having a first frequency range. A second clock generation circuit is configured to produce a second clock signal by spreading the frequency spectrum of the first clock signal to have a second frequency range that is wider than the first frequency range. The second clock signal has a frequency spectrum extending outside of the frequency range. The apparatus includes a third circuit configured to regulate a voltage at a supply node as a function of the second clock signal. A current regulation circuit is configured to regulate current in a circuit path, from the supply node and passing through a load circuit coupled to the current regulator, as a function of the first clock signal.

Abstract: A system and method for sharing antennas of a wireless communication device is provided. The wireless communication device leverages cellular antennas to improve data throughput by creating a multiple-in, multiple out (MIMO) operation for a wireless local area network (WLAN) connection. Antenna resources are dynamically allocated between the cellular antennas and the wireless antenna to provide improved throughput.

Abstract: A hydrophilic electrospinning biological composite stent material used for tissue regeneration and a preparation method and an application thereof are provided. An aqueous solution of Fibrinogen, L-arginine or hydrochloride thereof and a P(LLA-CL) solution are blended and an electrospinning technology is used to prepare the biological composite stent material. The biological composite stent material has an equilibrium contact angle that is less than 55°, is hydrophilic and has a good application prospect in repairing body tissue defects.

Abstract: A method and system for facilitating online payments are disclosed. According to one aspect of the present invention, a payment agreement is established at a payment service provider that defines terms of a payment relationship between a merchant and a user. The establishing of the payment agreement includes linking the payment agreement with a payment account of the merchant or user stored at the payment service provider. After establishing the payment agreement, a payment request associated with a transaction is received, whereby the payment request includes a unique identifier to identify the payment agreement stored at the payment service provider. Based on a verification that the payment request complies with terms of the payment agreement, the payment request is processed.