Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymer comprising the reaction product of: (a) a compound of Formula (3), or a mixture thereof: defined herein and (b) at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a functional group. The present invention also relates to a polymer having at least one carbamate linkage prepared by: (i) reacting (a) at least one diisocyanate, polyisocyanate, or mixture thereof, having isocyanate groups, and (b) at least one fluorinated compound selected from the formula (2): defined herein and (ii) optionally reacting with (c) water, a linking agent, or a mixture thereof. The polymers are useful as additives in coating compositions and film forming foams, which impart surface effects to substrates coated with such compositions and to film forming foams.

Abstract: An ostomy drainage device that is semi-rigid. The device has a semi-rigid post that has a defined fluid channel in its top surface. The device provides a leak proof seal while the semi-rigid post with the fluid channel allows for the flow of fluid and prevents the possibility of the bag pinching closed or even reducing fluid flow. Other devices do not teach the ability to prevent the stoppage of flow or even prevent limiting of the flow.

Abstract: A solvent-based non-aqueous fluorinated methacrylate polymer comprising repeating units in any sequence from (1) at least one fluorinated methacrylate, and (2) at least one non-fluorinated alkyl acrylate and (3) at least one non-fluorinated hydroxyalkyl methacrylate, provided that a) the repeating unit of fluorinated methacrylate is present in a range of about 40%-80% by weight of total monomers added, b) the repeating unit of non-fluorinated alkyl acrylate is present in a range of about 10%-35% by weight of total monomers added, and c) the repeating unit of non-fluorinated hydroxyalkyl methacrylate is present in a range of about 5%-25% by weight of total monomers added, and d) the total of all repeating units is 100% by weight.

Abstract: A pouring dispenser for pouring liquid from a bottle comprises a sleeve adapted to be removably attached with the neck of the bottle and extend from the neck of the bottle. The sleeve comprises a cork portion to be inserted into the neck of the bottle. A pouring nozzle with the sleeve is formed with the cork portion as an integral component, such that the pouring nozzle is in fluid communication with the interior of the bottle. There is a removable breather tube that fits in the cork portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to solid forms of the N-methyl-D-glucamine (meglumine) salt of 6-carboxy-2-(3,5-dichlorophenyl)-benzoxazole and to methods for their preparation. The invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions containing at least one solid form and to the therapeutic or prophylactic use of such solid forms and compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to deuterated aryl-anthracene compounds that are useful in electronic applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a deuterated compound.

Abstract: The use of a static analysis for configuring a follow-on dynamic analysis for the evaluation of program code is provided. A request may be received for configuring a static analysis session for the evaluation of the program code. The static analysis may be executed and an output may be produced therefrom. The output may be analyzed to determine whether a dynamic analysis is needed for resolving code ambiguities in the program code. If it determined that the dynamic analysis is needed, then the dynamic analysis of the program code is initiated.

Abstract: A method of localizing reproduction assisting hyaluronic acid to reproductive cell surfaces by covalently linking it to lipids is disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to deuterated aryl-anthracene compounds that are useful in electronic applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a deuterated compound.

Abstract: A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: Ar1 may independently be phenylene, substituted phenylene, naphthylene, or substituted naphthylene. Ar2 is the same or different at each occurrence and is an aryl group. M is the same or different at each occurrence and is a conjugated moiety. T1 and T2 are independently the same or different at each occurrence and are conjugated moieties which are connected in a non-planar configuration; a and e are the same or different at each occurrence and are an integer from 1 to 6; b, c, and d are mole fractions such that b+c+d=1.0, with the proviso that c is not zero, and at least one of b and d is not zero, and when b is zero, M has at least two triarylamine units; and n is an integer greater than 1.

Abstract: In accordance with the embodiments of the present invention, an engine is disclosed. The engine includes at least one donor cylinder and at least one non-donor cylinder coupled to an intake manifold feeding intake air and an exhaust manifold. The exhaust manifold is configured to carry an engine exhaust emission from the donor cylinder and the non-donor cylinder. The engine also includes an exhaust gas recirculation manifold extending from the donor cylinder to the intake manifold for recirculating a donor cylinder exhaust emission from the donor cylinder to the donor, and non-donor cylinders via the intake manifold. The engine further includes an after-treatment system and a sensor configured to sense a temperature of the engine exhaust emission and a device configured to receive a sensing signal from the sensor and to control a parameter of the engine and a component of the engine in response to the sensing signal.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for cleaning the interior of an above ground storage tank includes a nozzle assembly mounted to a cover on the storage tank sidewall having a horizontally extending wash pipe fixedly and a suction pipe for recirculation of spent fluids. The wash pipe has an interior segment which can be extended to a tank floor and is configured with a bend to extend along the tank sidewall to which is attached a submersible swivel joint fitted with a choked nozzle. The nozzle assembly is attached to a control assembly so that the direction of flow from the nozzle may be manipulated by rotation of the swivel joint from the exterior of the storage tank. The nozzle also may be adjusted so the direction of flow may follow the angle of the tank floor.

Abstract: A lopper includes a first metal plate including a first gear structure and a first elongate extension, a second metal plate including a second gear structure in meshing engagement with said first gear structure and a second elongate extension, a first handle coupled to said first elongate extension, a second handle coupled to said second elongate extension, a link to which each of said first body and said second body is pivotably connected so that said first gear structure and said second gear structure are retained in meshing engagement, a first metal blade member having a first arm portion, a first cutting portion, and a first intermediate portion interposed between said first arm portion and said first cutting portion, and a second metal blade member having a second arm portion, a second cutting portion, and a second intermediate portion interposed between said second arm portion and said second cutting portion.

Abstract: A screw pump includes a stator having a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet, the stator housing first and second externally threaded, tapered rotors mounted on respective shafts and adapted for counter-rotation within the stator to compress fluid passing from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet, wherein the threads have a pitch that increases towards the fluid outlet.

Abstract: A muddler comprises an elongated member that ends in a head with spikes for crushing fruit pieces or other flavor ingredients. In a reverse mode, the muddler can be used as an ice crusher. Optional side located stirring ribs or formations may be provided to facilitate stirring. A handle comprises an elongated member that ends in a head with a tool interface or working face for performing kitchen or culinary work or work on wood, metal or the like. The head can be removed from the elongated member, and different heads in a set applied with the handle. There can be a finger grip portion at the top to facilitate handling and turning and manipulation.

Abstract: A system, method and article of manufacture are provided for account and customer creation in an online banking model. An application is received from a customer. The application includes information relating to the user and also documentation relating to the user. A first computer is utilized to create a profile for the customer based on the application received from the customer. The first computer is also utilized to create an account for the customer. Information relating to the created profile and account is transmitted from the first computer to a second computer where a notification is generated. The notification indicates that the account has been created. The notification is transmitted from the second computer to the customer utilizing a network.

Abstract: The invention relates to selected carbohydrate-lipid constructs and their use as mimics of ligands for receptors expressed by a virus. In particular, the invention relates to the use of selected carbohydrate-lipid constructs in methods of inhibiting virus infection and/or promoting clearance of virus from infected subjects. Carbohydrate-lipid constructs selected for use in these methods where the virus is Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are provided.

Abstract: This invention relates to deuterated aryl-anthracene compounds that are useful in electronic applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a deuterated compound.

Abstract: This is a wheel kit attachment apparatus for the hand operating of a duffel bag or a golf bag comprising of two parts, a handle and a single piece platform with wheels. Both parts mount to a bag by drilling ¼? hose and fasten with plastic tree fastener or shield retainer. The handle comprises of a strap with eyelets or grommets, and a rubber tube for a hand grip. The platform comprises of a one piece body made of metal or plastic two wheels two axels and spacer washers. Both handle and platform mount with the tree fastener or shield retainer. The key part of this kit is the shape of the body that when the bag is tipped back the body lift up for ground clearance and the wheels have a pitch and tow in of 2 degrees or greater witch gives it a better tracking for the short wheel base. Also the wheels are large enough to work and small enough to fit a golf bag in a golf cart.

Abstract: A solvent-based non-aqueous fluorinated methacrylate polymer comprising repeating units in any sequence from (1) at least one fluorinated methacrylate, and (2) at least one non-fluorinated alkyl acrylate and (3) at least one non-fluorinated hydroxyalkyl methacrylate, provided that a) the repeating unit of fluorinated methacrylate is present in a range of about 40%-80% by weight of total monomers added, b) the repeating unit of non-fluorinated alkyl acrylate is present in a range of about 10%-35% by weight of total monomers added, and c) the repeating unit of non-fluorinated hydroxyalkyl methacrylate is present in a range of about 5%-25% by weight of total monomers added, and d) the total of all repeating units is 100% by weight.