Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of using an aqueous lactam solution having a lactam content of 50 to 95 wt %, based on the total weight of water and lactam in the solution, the method including using the aqueous lactam solution as a solvent.

Abstract: Spent polyamides are returned to the value chain by hydrogenating the spent polyamide in a hydrogen atmosphere in the presence of at least one homogeneous transition metal catalyst complex, wherein the transition metal is selected from metals of groups 7, 8, 9 and 10 of the periodic table of elements according to IUPAC, to obtain a polyamine and a polyol. The hydrogenation is carried out at a reaction temperature of at least 160° C. in a non-reducible solvent having a dipole moment in the range of 1·10?30 to 10·10?30 C·m.

Abstract: Spent polyurethanes are returned to the value chain by hydrogenating the spent polyurethanes in a hydrogen atmosphere in the presence of at least one homogeneous transition metal catalyst complex, wherein the transition metal is selected from metals of groups 7, 8, 9 and 10 of the periodic table of elements according to IUPAC, to obtain a polyamine and a polyol. The hydrogenation is carried out at a reaction temperature of at least 120° C. in a non-reducible solvent having a dipole moment of 10-1030 C·m or less.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an OCT imaging system having a variety of advantages. In particular, the OCT system of the present disclosure may provide a more intuitive interface, more efficient usage of controls, and a greater ability to view OCT imaging data.

Abstract: A fluid-dispensing apparatus, comprises a hollow handle, a working head from which fluid may be dispensed and an intermediate member, the hollow handle providing an enclosure defining a fluid reservoir therein, the handle having a distal end portion and having an outlet located in the distal end portion, the working head having a dispensing aperture for dispensing of fluid, the intermediate member being configured to receive the distal end portion of the handle therein, the working head being attachable to the intermediate member, the intermediate member has an opening which is in alignment with the outlet of the handle and with the dispensing aperture of the working head when assembled. The apparatus comprises a flow control member, which is received within the intermediate member and is movable to align apertures of different sizes with the handle outlet, providing discrete flow control configurations.

Abstract: A tool useful with a flexible profile molding, for example a window film securement article having a self-adhesive coating. The tool includes a housing, a blade assembly and a cutting plate. The housing defines a cavity. The blade assembly is coupled to the housing and includes a blade disposed within the cavity. The cutting plate is selectively mountable to the housing, and includes a first profile and an optional second profile projecting from opposite faces of a platform. When present, the second profile is different from the first profile. Each profile is configured to retain a flexible profile molding in a flexed cutting condition during a cutting operation. In a first cutting state, the cutting plate is arranged such that the first profile faces the blade. In an optional second cutting state, the second profile faces the blade. The blade can be flat, with the cutting plate profile(s) dictating an arrangement of the flexible profile molding conducive to forming a curved miter cut with the flat blade.

Abstract: A fluid-dispensing apparatus comprising a hollow handle, a working head from which fluid may be dispensed and an intermediate member, the hollow handle providing an enclosure defining a fluid reservoir therein, the handle having a distal end portion and having an outlet located in the distal end portion, the working head having a dispensing aperture for dispensing of fluid, the intermediate member being configured to receive the distal end portion of the handle therein, the working head being attachable to the intermediate member, the intermediate member having a dispensing aperture, the dispensing aperture of the intermediate member being in alignment with the outlet of the handle and with the dispensing aperture of the working head when assembled wherein the apparatus further comprises a flow control member for controlling the flow of fluid from the handle, the flow control member being movable with respect to the handle outlet for selectively controlling the flow, the flow control member being received sub

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an OCT imaging system having a variety of advantages. In particular, the OCT system of the present disclosure may provide a more intuitive interface, more efficient usage of controls, and a greater ability to view OCT imaging data.

Abstract: A multi-textured ready-to-eat cereal flake includes a plurality of rice based pellets embedded in a cooked cereal grain. The plurality of rice pellets are formed from a rice product and have a first moisture content. A cooked cereal grain mixture is then formed and has a second moisture content that is greater than the first moisture content of the rice pellets. The plurality of rice pellets are then embedded within the cooked cereal grain mixture to create a multicomponent mixture. A multicomponent pellet is formed from the multicomponent mixture. The multicomponent pellet is then formed into a flake. The flake is heated to create a multi-textured flake. Based on the moisture differential between the cooked cereal grain and the plurality of rice pellets, the plurality of rice pellets expand to create a blistered appearance on the multi-textured flake.

Abstract: A multi-textured ready-to-eat cereal flake includes a plurality of rice based pellets embedded in a cooked cereal grain. The plurality of rice pellets are formed from a rice product and have a first moisture content. A cooked cereal grain mixture is then formed and has a second moisture content that is greater than the first moisture content of the rice pellets. The plurality of rice pellets are then embedded within the cooked cereal grain mixture to create a multicomponent mixture. A multicomponent pellet is formed from the multicomponent mixture. The multicomponent pellet is then formed into a flake. The flake is heated to create a multi-textured flake. Based on the moisture differential between the cooked cereal grain and the plurality of rice pellets, the plurality of rice pellets expand to create a blistered appearance on the multi-textured flake.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus provide realistic training in endovascular and endoluminal procedures. One embodiment includes modeling accurately the tubular anatomy of a patient to enable optimized simulation. One embodiment includes simulating the interaction between a flexible device and the anatomy and optimizing the computation. One embodiment includes replicating the functionality of therapeutic devices, e.g. stents, and simulating their interaction with anatomy. One embodiment includes computing hemodynamics inside the vascular model. One embodiment includes reproducing visual feedback, using synthetic X-ray imaging and/or or visible light rendering. One embodiment includes generating contrast agent injection and propagation through a tubular network. One embodiment includes reproducing aspects of the physical environment of an operating room by simulating or tracking, such as C-arm control panel, foot pedals, monitors, real catheters and guidewires, etc.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for applying an oil mixture containing marine oils to food products in a manner that permits the marine oils to remain stable for extended periods of time. The marine oils of particular interest include the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) (20:5w-3) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (22:6w-3). Using the disclosed method these fatty acids can be applied to a wide variety of food products with no change in the organoleptic properties after extended storage. The disclosed method makes it possible to bring the health benefits of these fatty acids to a wider variety of food products than previously possible.