Abstract: Stackable packaging modules for packaging oblong objects with a U-shaped profile made from synthetic material, formed by a horizontal bottom profile and two upright legs which can be fixed, or collapsible whereby the horizontal bottom profile along both upright long sides is provided with at least two protrusions and at least two hollow recesses in which the at least two protrusions and at least two recesses of a horizontal bottom profile of an adjoining module fit. The horizontal bottom profile is provided on the underside over the whole length with a slit-shaped recess in which a fork of a forklift truck, reach truck or side loader fits.

Abstract: This invention relates to solvent compositions comprising an alkyl glycol ester-type solvent and a glycol-type solvent, non-aqueous solvent delivery formulations comprising the solvent composition, a urease inhibitor dissolved in the solvent composition, and fertilisers comprising a urea-based component and the non-aqueous solvent delivery formulation and the use of the fertilisers in agricultural applications.

Abstract: Stackable packaging modules for packaging oblong objects with a U-shaped profile made from synthetic material, formed by a horizontal bottom profile and two upright legs which can be fixed, or collapsible whereby the horizontal bottom profile along both upright long sides is provided with at least two protrusions and at least two hollow recesses in which the at least two protrusions and at least two recesses of a horizontal bottom profile of an adjoining module fit. The horizontal bottom profile is provided on the underside over the whole length with a slit-shaped recess in which a fork of a forklift truck, reach truck or side loader fits.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of typing a microbiome for having a desirable or undesirable signature, comprising analyzing the composition of the population of microorganisms in the microbiome based on taxonomic variation in the DNA sequence of the microbial 16S-23S rRNA internal transcribed spacer (ITS) regions in the genomic DNA of the microorganisms, wherein the sequences of conserved DNA regions comprised in the 16S and 23S rRNA sequences flanking said ITS region in the genome of the microorganisms comprise primer binding sites for amplification of the ITS regions.

Abstract: As disclosed herein, a level shift circuit includes devices that are responsive to an ESD signal for placing those devices in a specific condition in response to the ESD signal indicating an ESD event. In some embodiments, the devices are transistors in current paths that are placed in a condition such that during an ESD event, voltage differentials in the current paths across voltage domain boundaries do not damage the circuitry of the level shift circuit. In some embodiments, some of the same devices that are responsive to the ESD event are also responsive to a signal to that detects the absence of a power supply voltage of one of the domains and places those devices in a condition to disable the level shift circuit if the power supply voltage is not present.

Abstract: An apparatus for electrostatic discharge protection. In one embodiment, an integrated circuit (IC) includes a trigger circuit configured to generate a trigger voltage VT in response to an electrostatic discharge (ESD) event. A plurality of metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) transistors are coupled to the trigger circuit. The plurality of MOS transistors are configured to conduct ESD current from a plurality of circuit nodes, respectively, to a ground conductor in response to the trigger circuit generating the trigger voltage VT. A voltage limiter circuit is also included and is configured to limit the trigger voltage VT.

Abstract: An apparatus for electrostatic discharge protection. In one embodiment, an integrated circuit (IC) includes a trigger circuit configured to generate a trigger voltage VT in response to an electrostatic discharge (ESD) event. A plurality of metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) transistors are coupled to the trigger circuit. The plurality of MOS transistors are configured to conduct ESD current from a plurality of circuit nodes, respectively, to a ground conductor in response to the trigger circuit generating the trigger voltage VT. A voltage limiter circuit is also included and is configured to limit the trigger voltage VT.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for detecting microbial blood infections including sepsis in a subject, preferably a neonate or a non-neonate such as an adult, the method comprising real-time PCR reactions for detection of specific microorganisms. Said methods preferably include treatment of a subject following detection of a specific microorganism or group of microorganisms. The invention further relates to a kit of parts adapted for performing a method of the invention, a set of at least one forward or re verse primer or probe and a method for monitoring sepsis or for determining the efficacy of an anti-sepsis treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of typing a microbiome for having a desirable or undesirable signature, comprising analyzing the composition of the population of microorganisms in said microbiome based on taxonomic variation in the DNA sequence of the microbial 16S-23S rRNA internal transcribed spacer (ITS) regions in the genomic DNA of said microorganisms, wherein the sequences of conserved DNA regions comprised in the 16S and 23S rRNA sequences flanking said ITS region in the genome of said microorganisms comprise primer binding sites for amplification of said ITS regions.

Abstract: The current invention relates to a method for analysis of a population of micro-organisms (e.g. bacterial population) of different taxonomic groups in an environment suspected to contain said bacteria, primers, primer sets and pair of primer sets suitable for use is such method, and use of such method in determining the effect of external factors like drugs, nutrients and pesticides on bacterial populations of different taxonomic groups.

Abstract: Method for the detection of Chlamydia trachomatis, which method comprises the performance of a DNA amplification involving the use of a primer pair by using DNA that is derived from a sample as a template and the detection of an amplification product, characterized in that the primer pair used for the DNA amplification is designed on the basis of nucleotide sequences of the regions corresponding to the nucleotide numbers 3654 to 4320 and 4351 to 4448 in the nucleotide sequence of SEQ ID No. 1.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for combined monitoring of detection of at least two molecular targets.

Abstract: The invention provides for a dropped charge protection system, wherein the system includes calculating an angle of repose of a charge of a grinding mill during start-up and tripping the mill motor when the angle of repose of the charge exceeds a maximum allowable angle. The invention also provides for a control system for controlling the torque applied to starting a grinding mill, wherein the system includes using a pre-determined angle of repose, controlling a real angle of repose of a charge such that the real angle of repose coincides with the pre-determined angle of repose through the manipulation of the torque of the motor and wherein the angle of repose is controlled in such a way as to encourage tumbling of the charge.

Abstract: Method for the detection of Chlamydia trachomatis, which method comprises the performance of a DNA amplification involving the use of a primer pair by using DNA that is derived from a sample as a template and the detection of an amplification product, characterized in that the primer pair used for the DNA amplification is designed on the basis of nucleotide sequences of the regions corresponding to the nucleotide numbers 3654 to 4320 and 4351 to 4448 in the nucleotide sequence of SEQ ID No. 1.

Abstract: The current invention relates to a method for analysis of a population of micro-organisms (e.g. bacterial population) of different taxonomic groups in an environment suspected to contain said bacteria, primers, primer sets and pair of primer sets suitable for use is such method, and use of such method in determining the effect of external factors like drugs, nutrients and pesticides on bacterial populations of different taxonomic groups.

Abstract: A device (1) for catching and collecting insects is described, comprising an elongate carrier (2) intended for carrying an adhesive (K); guide means (6) for mounting the carrier (2) in such a way that it is displaceable in its longitudinal direction; drive means (31, 32) for making the carrier (2) move in its longitudinal direction; and application means (42) for applying an adhesive (K) onto the carrier (2) when the carrier (2) moves past the application means (42). Preferably, the device is provided with cleaning means (51) for removing adhered insects from the carrier (2) when the carrier (2) moves past the cleaning means (51). Preferably, the carrier is arranged along the contour of a space and provided with lures, which then have a spatial action and prevent insects from entering the space.

Abstract: A versatile, programmable, low-cost transmit line driver is provided. The line driver includes a digital-to-analog converter that receives a digital input and provides an analog output. The line driver is reconfigurable between the voltage mode of operation.

Abstract: An improvement in refrigerators of the absorber type in which heat from a flame circulates the refrigerant in the refrigerating cycle, particularly for use in caravans. To prevent the flame being extinguished in draughty conditions there is provided shielding means for protecting the flame, a flue extending from above the flame upwardly to an exit into ambient air, and means at the flue exit such as a venturi device adapted to provide a reduction of pressure from ambient air to the interior of the flue in draughty conditions of the ambient air. Preferably, the shielding means totally encloses the flame and is provided with an inlet connection pipe adapted to provide access for ambient air to the interior of the shielding means, the entrance to the inlet connection pipe having baffles and foils adapted to prevent any reduction of pressure from ambient air to the inlet connection pipe interior in draughty conditions of the ambient air.