Abstract: A method of adjusting the effective thickness and/or shape of the neck of a string instrument involves use of spacer device consisting of a precisely molded or shaped material such as wood, metal, or plastic that covers the palm of the hand between the thumb and index finger including the web, thenar compartment, central compartment and hypothenar compartment as well as distal and proximal palmer area used to precisely thicken and modify the shape of the neck of a stringed musical instrument. The spacer device may be bonded to a holder such as the palm area of a fingerless glove or to a strap device covering the palm of the hand using hook and loop bonding material or an adhesive. Alternatively the device may be directly attached to the neck of the instrument or attached to the palm of the hand or held in place by the pressure of the palm on the neck of the instrument. The wooden spacer has a low enough coefficient of friction to slide freely along the neck of a string instrument.

Abstract: A heat sterizable, independent dental water supply apparatus has a hand piece control head and a water supply container removably connected to the control head. The apparatus in connectible with a dental, hand piece, an air source and a controller such as a dental foot pedal. In use, the apparatus supplies sterile irrigation water at the band piece under the control of a dental practitioner. The apparatus is particularly useful of oral surgeons, prosthodontists and other dental specialists. Methods of making and using the apparatus are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of adjusting the effective thickness and/or shape of the neck of a string instrument involves use of spacer device consisting of a precisely molded or shaped material such as wood, metal, or plastic that covers the palm of the hand between the thumb and index finger including the web, thenar compartment, central compartment and hypothenar compartment as well as distal and proximal palmer area used to precisely thicken and modify the shape of the neck of a stringed musical instrument. The spacer device may be bonded to a holder such as the palm area of a fingerless glove or to a strap device covering the palm of the hand using hook and loop bonding material or an adhesive. Alternatively the device may be directly attached to the neck of the instrument or attached to the palm of the hand or held in place by the pressure of the palm on the neck of the instrument. The wooden spacer has a low enough coefficient of friction to slide freely along the neck of a string instrument.

Abstract: An apparatus for axially transferring fluid may comprise an elongated shaft defining a first fluid passageway axially therethrough and a second fluid passageway from an outer surface thereof to the first fluid passageway. An elongated tube member defines an outer surface that is received within the first fluid passageway and a third fluid passageway axially therethrough. A plurality of axial channels are defined between the tube member and the first fluid passageway or along the tube member separately from the third fluid passageway. At least one of the plurality of axial channels define a first opening near one end thereof that receives fluid from a source of fluid and a second opening axially spaced apart from the first opening and that aligns with the second fluid passageway such that fluid may be transferred by the at least one fluid passageway from the source of fluid through the second fluid passageway.

Abstract: An applicator for use in the veterinary medical field for spraying vaccines and other medicaments, biologicals or other liquids and compositions intra-rectally. The applicator has an elongated, hollow tubular body with a connector at its proximal end for connection to a fluid supply and a curved distal end tip with a pair of apertures for dispersing fluid by spraying action.

Abstract: An apparatus for axially transferring fluid may comprise an elongated shaft defining a first fluid passageway axially therethrough and a second fluid passageway from an outer surface thereof to the first fluid passageway. An elongated tube member defines an outer surface that is received within the first fluid passageway and a third fluid passageway axially therethrough. A plurality of axial channels are defined between the tube member and the first fluid passageway or along the tube member separately from the third fluid passageway. At least one of the plurality of axial channels define a first opening near one end thereof that receives fluid from a source of fluid and a second opening axially spaced apart from the first opening and that aligns with the second fluid passageway such that fluid may be transferred by the at least one fluid passageway from the source of fluid through the second fluid passageway.

Abstract: A food supplement comprises at least one protease enzyme selected from (i) CAS #9001-92-7, IUB 3.4.23.18 protease from Aspergillus; (ii) CAS #9001-92-7, IUB 3.4.21.7 protease from Bacillus; (iii) CAS #9001-61-0, IUB 3.4.11.1 protease from Aspergillus; (iv) CAS #9074-07-1, IUB 3.4.21.63 protease from Aspergillus; (v) CAS #9073-78-3, IUB 3.4.24.27 protease from Aspergillus; (vi) CAS #9025-49-4, IUB 3.4.23.18 protease from Aspergillus; and (vii) combinations thereof. The food supplement may further comprise a protein, a stabilizer, a matrix modifier, a carrier, a preservative, a bulking agent, a dessicant, an emulsifier, an enzyme coating, or combinations thereof. Disclosed is a method of increasing protein absorption in the gastrointestinal system of a human being comprising the step of ingesting the food supplement as identified above.

Abstract: An apparatus for axially transferring fluid may comprise an elongated shaft defining a first fluid passageway axially therethrough and a second fluid passageway from an outer surface thereof to the first fluid passageway. An elongated tube member defines an outer surface that is received within the first fluid passageway and a third fluid passageway axially therethrough. A plurality of axial channels are defined between the tube member and the first fluid passageway or along the tube member separately from the third fluid passageway. At least one of the plurality of axial channels define a first opening near one end thereof that receives fluid from a source of fluid and a second opening axially spaced apart from the first opening and that aligns with the second fluid passageway such that fluid may be transferred by the at least one fluid passageway from the source of fluid through the second fluid passageway.

Abstract: An apparatus for axially transferring fluid may comprise an elongated shaft defining a first fluid passageway axially therethrough and a second fluid passageway from an outer surface thereof to the first fluid passageway. An elongated tube member defines an outer surface that is received within the first fluid passageway and a third fluid passageway axially therethrough. A plurality of axial channels are defined between the tube member and the first fluid passageway or along the tube member separately from the third fluid passageway. At least one of the plurality of axial channels define a first opening near one end thereof that receives fluid from a source of fluid and a second opening axially spaced apart from the first opening and that aligns with the second fluid passageway such that fluid may be transferred by the at least one fluid passageway from the source of fluid through the second fluid passageway.

Abstract: An apparatus for axially transferring fluid may comprise an elongated shaft defining a first fluid passageway axially therethrough and a second fluid passageway from an outer surface thereof to the first fluid passageway. An elongated tube member defines an outer surface that is received within the first fluid passageway and a third fluid passageway axially therethrough. A plurality of axial channels are defined between the tube member and the first fluid passageway or along the tube member separately from the third fluid passageway. At least one of the plurality of axial channels define a first opening near one end thereof that receives fluid from a source of fluid and a second opening axially spaced apart from the first opening and that aligns with the second fluid passageway such that fluid may be transferred by the at least one fluid passageway from the source of fluid through the second fluid passageway.

Abstract: A method of determining breeding status in animals by (a) determining a breeding event (cyclicity, mounting, pregnancy, open) time, (b) providing an estrus or other breeding event detection apparatus, (c) affixing the estrus detection apparatus at a predetermined location on a female animal at a predetermined application time prior to the breeding event time, and (d) monitoring the estrus detection apparatus for activation thereof. An indicator apparatus is provided for use in indicating when an animal is in estrus. The apparatus is configured to be affixed to the rump of an animal to detect and indicate when the animal has been mounted and, thus, when the animal is in estrus. The apparatus is affixed to the animal by an adhesive layer. Layered on the top surface of the adhesive layer is an indicator layer that is in turn covered with a floodcoat layer. The floodcoat layer is adapted for removal upon the mounting of the first animal by a second animal.