Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to a system, method, or computer program product for cross-channel network security with tiered adaptive mitigation operations. In this regard, the invention is structured for dynamic detection of security events associated with network devices and resources, and triggering real-time mitigation operations across a plurality of resource channels. The invention provides a novel method for employing activity data to construct and implement mitigation actions for de-escalating authorization tiers that are adapted to the specific attributes of the activity data, in order to prevent security exposure associated with the activity. Another aspect of the invention is directed to determining whether to continue the tiered adaptive mitigation actions and/or trigger a security proceed signal.

Abstract: Described herein are methods of preparing composites from never-dried natural rubber. Also described are composites made from never-dried natural rubber and filler. A method of preparing a composite in an integrated manufacturing operation is further described which includes producing a never-dried natural rubber from latex recovered from natural latex sources in a latex or rubber manufacturing facility. Products made from the composites disclosed herein are also described.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of preparing a composite. In one aspect, the method comprises: (a) charging a mixer having one or more rotors with: (i) at least a liquid masterbatch comprising a first filler dispersed in at least one elastomer, and (ii) a wet filler comprising a second filler and a liquid; (b) in one or more mixing steps, mixing the at least the liquid masterbatch and the wet filler to form a mixture; and (c) discharging, from the mixer, the composite comprising the first and second fillers dispersed in the at least one elastomer at a total loading of at least 20 phr, wherein the composite has a liquid content of no more than 10% by weight based on total weight of said composite.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of mixing at least a solid elastomer, a wet filler comprising carbon black and a liquid present in an amount of at least 20% by weight based on total weight of wet filler, and a linking agent. In one or more mixing steps, the method further comprises mixing the at least the solid elastomer, the wet filler, and the linking agent to form a mixture, and removing at least a portion of the liquid from the mixture by evaporation. The method further comprises discharging, from the mixer, the composite comprising the filler dispersed in the elastomer at a loading of at least 20 phr. Also disclosed are composites, vulcanizates, and articles formed therefrom.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of preparing composites from solid elastomer(s) and wet filler(s), as well as products, including composites, vulcanizates, and articles therefrom. The wet filler can have a liquid content of at least 15%. A resulting composite comprises the filler dispersed in the elastomer at a loading of at least 20 phr with a filler yield loss of no more than 10%, wherein the composite has a liquid content of no more than 10% by weight based on total weight of said composite.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica and carbon black elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion that includes silica are described, along with particle reinforced elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: A safety cut-off circuit for a surgical instrument includes a liquid detection circuit coupled in parallel to a fuse and a voltage regulator. Power supplied to the voltage regulator is cut-off when liquid comes into contact with the liquid detection circuit.

Abstract: A surgical instrument includes a handle housing, a handle operably coupled to the handle housing, an outer shaft, and an inner shaft. The outer shaft extends distally from the handle housing, and the inner shaft is axially disposed within the outer shaft. At least one of the outer shaft or the inner shaft is selectively movable relative to the other along a longitudinal axis in response to actuation of the handle. A piezoelectric actuator is coupled to the outer shaft or the inner shaft and is configured to adjust an axial position of the outer shaft and/or the inner shaft.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion of a never-dried, or as-produced, precipitated silica are described, along with silica elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica and carbon black elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion that includes silica are described, along with particle reinforced elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion of a never-dried, or as-produced, precipitated silica are described, along with silica elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica and carbon black elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion that includes silica are described, along with particle reinforced elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: A short wave infrared (SWIR) imaging system and method of using the same is provided for assessing a tissue damage depth and/or readiness for reconstruction and/or debridement. The SWIR imaging system includes a light source for illuminating the wound or burn, an image light-registering camera system having at least one narrow-band SWIR filter to image the wound or burn and output imaging information, and a detection system for receiving the imaging information and processing the imaging information to determine a tissue damage depth and/or readiness for reconstruction and/or debridement assessment.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion of a never-dried, or as-produced, precipitated silica are described, along with silica elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica and carbon black elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion that includes silica are described, along with particle reinforced elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion of a never-dried, or as-produced, precipitated silica are described, along with silica elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: A wet mix elastomer composite comprising carbon black dispersed in an elastomer including a blend of a natural rubber and styrene-butadiene rubber. When the wet mix elastomer composite is processed with CTV Method 1, the vulcanized wet mix elastomer composite exhibits a resistivity that A) has a natural logarithm satisfying the equation ln(resistivity)??0.1(loading)+x, where x is 14, or B) is at least 2.9 times greater than the resistivity of a vulcanized dry mix elastomer composite having the same composition and prepared using Comparative CTV Method 1.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica and carbon black elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion that includes silica are described, along with particle reinforced elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.

Abstract: Methods to make a silica elastomer composite with a destabilized dispersion of a never-dried, or as-produced, precipitated silica are described, along with silica elastomer composites made from the methods. The advantages achieved with the methods are further described.