Abstract: An electronic mirror system. The system includes an electronic device including a housing having a front side, a rear side, and an interior volume that includes a first power supply and a first wireless transceiver. A display is disposed on the front side of the housing. A first camera including a frame with a first mounting fastener, a second power supply, and a second wireless transceiver is removably securable to the rear side of the housing. The electronic device is in operable communication with the first camera via the first wireless transceiver and the second wireless transceiver. The first camera is configured to continuously record images and transmit the continuously recorded images to the electronic device via the second wireless transceiver. The electronic device is configured to receive the continuously recorded images, and the display is configured to display the continuously recorded images.

Abstract: Novel anti-corrosion compositions and methods of using those solutions are provided. The solutions are preferably aqueous solutions comprising silicate and a silicate polymerization inhibitor. Upon contact with a metal surface to be protected, a silicate layer is formed on the surface, thus protecting that surface from corrosion. The solutions are useful in numerous systems, including oil and gas pipelines and wells and in amine treatment plants.

Abstract: A sour gas sweetening solution comprises an aqueous solution of a silicon-containing compound and an amine-containing compound. The silicon-containing compound is preferably maintained at a concentration less than or equal to 500 parts per million (“ppm”) more preferably less than or equal to 400 ppm, and most preferably between about 100 ppm and 300 ppm as SiO2. The silicon-containing compound can be MxSiyOz, wherein “M” is a metal and “x”, “y” and “z” are numbers greater than zero. The amine-containing compound can be selected from the group consisting of primary amines, secondary amines and tertiary amines.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for making stabilized mesoporous materials. Surfactant-treated mesoporous precursor materials can be heat-treated in the presence of steam and/or ammonia in a heat-treating environment. The steam and/or ammonia can be introduced into the heat-treating environment via in situ and/or ex situ sources. Such stabilized mesoporous materials can have increased structural stability.

Abstract: A sour gas sweetening solution comprises an aqueous solution of a silicon-containing compound and an amine-containing compound. The silicon-containing compound is preferably maintained at a concentration less than or equal to 500 parts per million (“ppm”) more preferably less than or equal to 400 ppm, and most preferably between about 100 ppm and 300 ppm as SiO2. The silicon-containing compound can be MxSiyOz, wherein “M” is a metal and “x”, “y” and “z” are numbers greater than zero. The amine-containing compound can be selected from the group consisting of primary amines, secondary amines and tertiary amines.

Abstract: A sour gas sweetening solution comprises an aqueous solution of a silicon-containing compound and an amine-containing compound. The silicon-containing compound is preferably maintained at a concentration less than or equal to 500 parts per million (“ppm”) more preferably less than or equal to 400 ppm, and most preferably between about 100 ppm and 300 ppm as SiO2. The silicon-containing compound can be MxSiyOz, wherein “M” is a metal and “x”, “y” and “z” are numbers greater than zero. The amine-containing'compound can be selected from the group consisting of primary amines, secondary amines and tertiary amines.

Abstract: A process for removing selenium from an aqueous stream using a supported sulfur material, and optionally the addition of an activating agent for enhanced removal of selenite, is disclosed.

Abstract: A process for removing selenium from an aqueous stream using a supported sulfur material, and optionally the addition of an activating agent for enhanced removal of selenite, is disclosed.

Abstract: A method for the production of a composition comprising a metal containing compound, a silica containing material, a promoter, and alumina is disclosed. The composition can then be utilized in a process for the removal of sulfur from a hydrocarbon stream.

Abstract: Processes for the conversion of hydrocarbons boiling in the temperature range of from about 80° F. to about 1000° F. to diesel boiling range hydrocarbons, and processes for increasing the cetane number and amount of n-C17 hydrocarbon products in such processes. Diesel boiling range hydrocarbons may be produced by contacting a hydrocarbon boiling in the above-mentioned boiling range with a triglyceride-containing compound to form a mixture, and then contacting the mixture with a hydrotreating catalyst under suitable reaction conditions.

Abstract: In some embodiments, a monoolefin production system comprising an extraction-hydrogenation zone for extracting a highly unsaturated hydrocarbon from an olefin stream into a polar solvent and, in situ, hydrogenating the highly unsaturated hydrocarbon to a monoolefin. In other embodiments, monoolefin production systems include an extraction-hydrogenation zone for performing the extraction and hydrogenating steps in situ. In alternative embodiments, the hydrogenation zone is disposed downstream from the extraction zone.

Abstract: Processes for the conversion of carbohydrates to gasoline boiling range hydrocarbons, and processes for increasing the solubility of carbohydrates used in such processes are disclosed. The solubility of carbohydrates may be increased by contacting the carbohydrate with an ion-exchange resin. The dissolved product may be hydrogenated and reacted in the present of a catalyst to form a reaction product containing non-aromatic and aromatic gasoline boiling range hydrocarbons.

Abstract: A process and catalyst for the liquid phase selective hydrogenation of alkynes to alkenes with high selectivity to alkenes relative to alkanes, high alkyne conversion, and sustained catalytic activity comprising a reactant comprising an alkyne and a non-hydrocarbon solvent/absorbent, contacting the reactant stream with a hydrogen-containing stream in the presence of a supported, promoted, Group VIII catalyst, removing the solvent/absorbent, and recovering the alkene product.

Abstract: A composition, containing vanadium, potassium and a support is disclosed. A method of preparing such composition is also disclosed. The composition is employed in a process to remove a heavy metal from a gaseous feed stream which can optionally include a separate heavy metal adsorption stage.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods for lifestyle management. These systems and method can comprise selecting a lifestyle, scanning a product consumed wherein a unique identifier associated with the product is stored, transferring the unique identifier to a database, receiving nutritional information associated with the unique identifier, and receiving dietary progress analysis based on the selected lifestyle and the product consumed. The lifestyle can be weight loss, weight gain, or weight maintenance.

Abstract: A composition containing vanadium, and an amorphous carbon selected from the group consisting of an activated carbon, an activated charcoal, and combinations thereof, which is heated to a calcination temperature at or less than about 210° C. A method of preparing such composition is also disclosed. The composition is employed in a process to remove a heavy metal from a gaseous feed stream which can optionally include a separate heavy metal adsorption stage.

Abstract: A composition containing silica and vanadium, wherein at least a portion of the vanadium is present as a distorted octahedral and in a phase selected from the group consisting of amorphous, nano-crystalline, and combinations thereof, is disclosed. A method of preparing such composition is also disclosed. The composition is employed in a process to remove a heavy metal from a gaseous feed stream which can optionally include a separate heavy metal adsorption stage.

Abstract: A sorbent composition comprising a vanadium compound and a TiO2 support material is disclosed. Methods of making and using the composition to remove heavy metals or heavy metal containing compounds from a fluid stream are also provided. Such methods are particularly useful in the removal of mercury and mercury compounds from flue gas streams produced from the combustion of hydrocarbon-containing materials such as coal and petroleum fuels.

Abstract: A sorbent composition comprising a vanadium-phosphorus-oxide material is disclosed. Methods of making and using the composition to remove heavy metals or heavy metal containing compounds from a fluid stream are also provided. Such methods are particularly useful in the removal of mercury and mercury compounds from flue gas streams produced from the combustion of hydrocarbon-containing materials such as coal and petroleum fuels.

Abstract: A sorbent composition comprising a vanadium compound and a ZrO2 support material is disclosed. Methods of making and using the composition to remove heavy metals or heavy metal containing compounds from a fluid stream are also provided. Such methods are particularly useful in the removal of mercury and mercury compounds from flue gas streams produced from the combustion of hydrocarbon-containing materials such as coal and petroleum fuels.