Abstract: The invention relates to a nonwoven unit comprising at least one nonwoven layer having at least one first layer and at least one second layer. The second layer is in the form of a nonwoven layer composed of continuous filaments. The average pore size of pores formed in the first layer is smaller than the average pore size of the pores between the filaments of the second layer. The second layer has functional particles which are embedded in the pores between the filaments of the second layer. The first layer forms a barrier preventing the penetration of particles or functional particles having a size greater than 150 ?m.

Abstract: A selectively deployable handicap alert for a vehicle, includes a first member fixedly connectable to the vehicle and a second member pivotally connected to the first member. The second member includes a third member. A deployment system is operatively connected to the second member. The deployment system is operable to extend the second member outwardly of the vehicle and deploy the third member downwardly. The third member blocks access to a space adjacent to the vehicle.

Abstract: A method to test a person includes capturing genetic material from a person being tested; performing a RNA and or DNA or genetic test on the captured material for a predetermined pathogen; if the test shows an absence of the predetermined pathogen, certifying the person with a pathogen free status; and providing a certificate during travel or entrance to a facility as proof of pathogen free status. The method can optionally use a mobile testing lab that includes a mobile test platform including a sealed environment that is easily disinfected; a plurality of storage spaces to store virus genetic testing equipment, diagnostic computer, support equipment, a fume hood with an internal filter and no outside venting; and a power generator.

Abstract: A decorative cutlery element made of wood, such as a cooking spoon, salad cutlery, barbecue tongs, cooking sticks, chopsticks and the like, is manufactured from used barrel wood which has developed an aromatic contact layer due to storage, fermentation or maturing of a liquid luxury product, the aromatic contact layer forming parts of the surface of the cutlery element.

Abstract: Images are transmitted from a server through a cellular network and displayed on a mobile phone. After a predefined time of non-use or via input of a user command, the mobile phone is switched into an inactive mode. When an activating operation is performed, the phone is switched from inactive into locked active mode. An unlocking operation switches the phone from locked active into unlocked active mode. User input is accepted only in unlocked active mode. The server selects a number of images and transmits them to the mobile phone. One of the transmitted images is selected and kept available for display, during locked active mode, the selected image is displayed. A count indicates how many times an image has been displayed, and the count value for each image is transmitted from the mobile phone to the server.

Abstract: Images are transmitted from a server through a cellular network and displayed on a mobile phone. After a predefined time of non-use or via input of a user command, the mobile phone is switched into an inactive mode. When an activating operation is performed, the phone is switched from inactive into locked active mode. An unlocking operation switches the phone from locked active into unlocked active mode. User input is accepted only in unlocked active mode. The server selects a number of images and transmits them to the mobile phone. One of the transmitted images is selected and kept available for display, during locked active mode, the selected image is displayed. A count indicates how many times an image has been displayed, and the count value for each image is transmitted from the mobile phone to the server.

Abstract: For pulsed injection of liquids into the ground, the tool has a rotating cylinder, having through-slots. The tool has an insert, which is pressed against the rotating cylinder. As the cylinder rotates, the slots in the rotor cover/uncover the slots in the insert, creating the required pulses. By suitably shaping the slots, the pulses can have a fast rise-time from closed to open. The insert is shaped to minimize flow interference.

Abstract: A method is taught for applying vacuum pulses to enhance multiphase vacuum extraction of vapours and liquids from contaminated subsurface wells. The method involves first initiating continuous multiphase vacuum extraction from the subsurface well. Then one or more short vacuum pulses are imparted to the subsurface environment, to momentarily interrupt flow of vapours and liquids in the subsurface well. Time is allowed for a vacuum to build up in the extraction apparatus; and then the vacuum build up is rapidly released to momentarily increase velocity of vapours and liquids being extracted from the subsurface well. A device is further taught for imparting vacuum pulses to enhance multiphase extraction from contaminated subsurface wells, comprising a vacuum pulse tool having an inlet in fluid communication with the subsurface well and an outlet and one or more multiphase extraction vacuum pumps, connected to the outlet of the vacuum pulse tool.

Abstract: For pulsed injection of liquids into the ground, the tool has a rotating cylinder, having through-slots. The tool has an insert, which is pressed against the rotating cylinder. As the cylinder rotates, the slots in the rotor cover/uncover the slots in the insert, creating the required pulses. By suitably shaping the slots, the pulses can have a fast rise-time from closed to open. The insert is shaped to minimize flow interference.

Abstract: A device and a method for processing high data rate serial data includes a VCO initial frequency calibration circuit. The circuit includes a frequency detection block for indicating a difference between a reference clock and a divided VCO clock, a frequency calibration block that produces a digital output signal based upon the difference between the reference clock and the divided VCO clock, and a digital-to-analog converter for producing an analog VCO adjust signal. The frequency detection block produces a plurality of signals based upon the reference clock and the divided VCO clock. A plurality of user selected inputs selects a frequency detection lock range and hysteresis range and a coarse loop open calibration lock and hysteresis range. The frequency calibration block implements a state machine for producing the digital output signal that sets the initial operating frequency then adjusts the frequency of the VCO clock.