Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to methods and devices for use in treating eye conditions with implantable drug delivery devices. One method includes introducing an implant into the suprachoroidal space, wherein the interior volume of the implant is plugged with a drug-release material comprising at least one active agent that elutes through at least one opening in the implant, wherein the drug-release material degrades from the interior volume of the implant over a period time.

Abstract: An apparatus comprised of a plurality of engagement structures independently movable along a longitudinal axis to initially engage a mid-foot region of a foot is described. A center structure or a first set of engagement structures engage the foot in a mid-foot region, and one or more peripheral engagement structures engage the plantar surface in regions surrounding the mid-foot region independent from the structure(s) engaging the mid-foot region. Positional information about the engagement structures is obtained, and a surface map from the positional information is constructed, to determine a profile or contour for an orthotic device in which the foot is in a restored bone state.

Abstract: A multi-stage radial flow compressor and turbine includes a rotor having a first plurality of blades and a second plurality of blades radially outward from the first plurality. A stator has a plurality of blades radially positioned between the two sets of rotor blades. The stator also includes a plurality of combustors positioned radially outward from the stators. The rotor also has turbine blades radially outward from the combustors which are driven by the combusted gas.

Abstract: A retrofitable or OEM installed vehicle suspension system at least one sensor (18) capable resolving pitch and/or roll of a vehicle. The sensor (18) output is used to control wheel position with respect to the vehicle by means of at least one wheel actuator (14). Thus, the suspension and wheel position is dynamically, significantly adjusted based on the irregularities of the terrain being traversed or the pitch and roll of the vehicle.

Abstract: A hand manipulated wrench is provided which includes a handle assembly which transmits part of the force applied to the handle to close the jaws. After the force on the handle has been released, the closing force will also be released. The wrench may be designed to close only when the jaws are rotated in a particular direction or may be designed to close when the wrench is rotated in either direction.

Abstract: The transmission ratio between a first motor and an output shaft is varied by changing the speed of a second motor. The first and second motors are coupled to the output shaft with a planetary gear set. The first and second motors may both add power to the drive system.