Abstract: Compositions and methods for production of color images which are developable with improved marking sensitivity and image contrast are disclosed and described. Specifically, a color forming composition can comprise a polymeric activator phase including a polymer matrix and an activator dissolved therein, a color former phase including a color former, and a radiation absorber in thermal contact with the color former phase. Particularly, the color former phase can be finely dispersed within the polymeric activator phase at an average particle size of less than 2 ?m.

Abstract: A method and means are provided for visually marking a recording medium by inducing a phase change in a light-sensitive surface by heat absorption from laser radiation. The method comprises applying the laser radiation to a desired portion of the light-sensitive surface according to a first power profile for a first period sufficient to substantially obtain a color change at the desired portion, and applying the laser radiation to the desired portion of the light-sensitive surface according to a second power profile for a second period sufficient to complete the color change at the desired portion.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for production of color images which are developable at sub-infrared wavelengths are disclosed and described. The color forming composition can include a polymer matrix having a color former phase adjacent to or dispersed within the polymer matrix. The color former phase can include a color former and an optional melting aid. Further, a radiation absorber can be admixed with or in thermal contact with the color former phase. The color forming composition can also be optimized for development using electromagnetic radiation having a development wavelength from about 300 nm to about 500 nm. The color forming compositions are useful in forming images on a wide variety of substrates such as optical disks.

Abstract: Representative embodiments provide for a fuel cartridge including a film strip supporting a fuel compound. An electric heater of the fuel cartridge is configured to heat a portion of the film strip, wherein the fuel compound is configured to liberate hydrogen gas from the heated usable portion of the film strip. The fuel cartridge is configured to provide the hydrogen gas to a fuel cell by way of a fluid coupling there between. The fuel cartridge is configured to support the film strip and the electric heater in a substantially self contained arrangement. A method includes supporting a film strip including a fuel compound within a fuel cartridge, heating a portion of the film strip within the fuel cartridge, and providing hydrogen gas liberated by the heating to a fuel cell.

Abstract: A printer comprises an arm mounted on a pivot member. The arm has a first portion adapted to move along an arcuate path. A drive motor rotates the arm about the pivot member. An electromagnetic radiation emitter mounted on the first portion is adapted to emit pulses onto an electromagnetic radiation-sensitive medium.

Abstract: This invention relates to a direct, multi-color imaging composition, comprising a radiation absorber (antenna), a color former mixture of at least two color formers, and one or more activators, wherein one of the color formers reacts at a first elevated temperature to create a first color and another of the color formers reacts at a second elevated temperature to create a second color that is distinct from the first color.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for production of color images which are developable at desired wavelengths are disclosed and described. The color forming composition can include a color former which is a spiro dye. The color forming composition can include a radiation antenna admixed with or in thermal contact with the color former. The color forming composition can also be optimized for development using electromagnetic radiation having a selected development wavelength. The color forming compositions are useful in forming images on a wide variety of substrates such as optical disks.

Abstract: A system for generating a bioactive dosage form, including a first drop-on-demand fluid ejector fluidically coupled to a first reservoir that contains a first fluid having a first reactant. The first drop-on-demand fluid ejector is capable of ejecting a drop of the first fluid onto a pre-selected location of an ingestible substrate. In addition, the system also includes a second drop-on-demand fluid ejector fluidically coupled to a second reservoir that contains a second fluid having a co-reactant which reacts with the first reactant. Either the first fluid or second fluid contains a bioactive agent.

Abstract: A data storage device includes a surface used for labeling. The surface is covered, at least in part, with a laser imageable coating. Blocking material is placed over a portion of the laser imageable coating. The blocking material blocks laser imaging on the portion of the laser imageable coating over which the blocking material is placed.

Abstract: Production of a permanent ink-jet image with a fusible, wettable, colorant-containing toner and ink-jetted clear fluid.

Abstract: Methods and compositions used to form an image on a substrate with a colorant solution are described. A method of forming an image on a substrate includes applying the colorant solution comprising a reactive colorant and a radiation absorber to the substrate. A composition for dying a substrate includes a radiation absorber and a reactive colorant capable of producing a color on the substrate when exposed to radiation. A system utilizing the colorant solution is also disclosed.

Abstract: A protective container for containing a material and protecting against adverse exposure to the material, which is particularly adapted for use with fuel cells, can include a durable outer casing and an inner casing. The inner casing is less durable than the outer casing. At least one layer of a preventative agent is disposed between the inner and outer casings that is configured to disable at least a portion of the material upon failure of the inner casing.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a temperature monitoring system including a circuit board and a thermochromic coating covering at least a portion of the circuit board, wherein the thermochromic coating is capable of indicating a temperature gradient on the circuit board. The thermochromic coating may comprise a color forming leuco dye, an activator, and optionally a deprotecting agent.

Abstract: A composition, method, and system for recording an image. The system includes a multiphase imaging material in which energy is absorbed by an antenna material. The absorbed energy causes the reaction of an activator and a color-forming material to form a mark. A fixer is employed to retard the fading of the mark.

Abstract: A jettable solution includes a plurality of vesicles, and a pharmaceutical payload associated with the vesicles.

Abstract: A jettable solution includes an oil, the oil being one of a naturally occurring oil, an edible oil, or a removable oil, an edible surfactant, an edible aqueous solution, and a pharmaceutical solubilized into the naturally occurring oil, wherein the naturally occurring oil, the pharmaceutical, the surfactant, and the aqueous solution form a microemulsion.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for production of color images using leuco dye-containing color forming compositions are described. The color forming composition can include a color forming leuco dye, an activator having at least one acid group which can be protected by a protection leaving group; and a deprotecting agent configured for removing the protection leaving group upon application of energy in the form of heat or light.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for forming a chamber in an electronic device, including the steps of preparing an outer surface on a solidified core material, the solidified core material in a depression formed in a substrate. The method further includes establishing a layer on the prepared outer surface of the solidified core material and a portion of the substrate surrounding the depression. The established layer and the substrate define a chamber.

Abstract: A transmissive/reflective light engine comprising a plurality of light modulators, at least one light modulator transmitting certain wavelengths of the light to be projected towards a user and reflecting other wavelengths of the light. A light collector and reflector assembly that collects the reflected certain wavelengths of the light, and redirects at least some of the light reflected from the light modulator towards another one of the plurality of light modulators to be projected towards the user.

Abstract: Production of a permanent ink-jet image with a fusible, wettable, colorant-containing toner and ink-jetted clear fluid.