Abstract: A motor is described that includes a motor enclosure, a motor winding assembly, a motor control unit, and a mid shield. The motor enclosure includes a plurality of protrusions into the motor enclosure in a substantially configuration around its perimeter and the motor winding assembly is configured for placement within the motor enclosure. A portion of the motor control unit is configured for placement within the motor enclosure and the mid shield is configured for placement within the motor enclosure between the motor control unit and the motor winding assembly where it engages the protrusions upon insertion into the enclosure.

Abstract: An electric motor includes a motor enclosure, a motor-bearing assembly, a motor control unit, a mid shield, and a bearing. The motor-bearing assembly is configured for placement within the motor enclosure and has a shaft extending therefrom. A portion of the motor control unit is configured for placement within the motor enclosure. The mid shield is configured for placement within the motor enclosure between the motor control unit and the motor-bearing assembly and further configured to engage the shaft. The bearing is configured to seat within the mid shield and provide at least a portion of the engagement between the shaft and the mid shield.

Abstract: A method for reducing a length of a motor is described. The method includes engaging a motor enclosure at a first end with a motor winding assembly, inserting a mid shield into the motor enclosure from a second end of the enclosure, and fastening the mid shield to the motor winding assembly. The method further includes engaging the second end of the motor enclosure with a motor control unit, at least a portion of the motor control unit within the motor enclosure, and fastening the motor control unit to the mid shield.

Abstract: A motor is described that includes a motor enclosure, a mid shield, and a motor control unit having a chassis and a plurality of components mounted on the chassis. The motor enclosure includes a plurality of protrusions extending into the motor enclosure. The mid shield is configured for placement within the motor enclosure and configured to engage the protrusions. The mid shield is configured with a plurality of open spaces. The chassis of the motor control unit is configured to engage an end of the motor enclosure and the motor control unit is configured such that at least a portion of the components extend into the motor enclosure and the spaces in the mid shield.

Abstract: A motor is described that includes a motor enclosure, a motor-bearing assembly, a motor control unit, and a mid shield. The motor-bearing assembly is configured for placement within the motor enclosure, and a portion of the motor control unit is configured for placement within the motor enclosure. The mid shield is configured for placement within the motor enclosure between the motor control unit and the motor-bearing assembly. The mid shield is further configured to allow removal of the motor control unit without disturbance of the motor-bearing assembly.

Abstract: An electromagnet and associated apparatus and method are provided. The electromagnet includes a core and at least one winding disposed circumferentially about the core such that the winding extends at least one revolution around the core. The electromagnet further includes at least one spacer having channels defined therein and disposed circumferentially about the core and adjacent to the at least one winding. The channels facilitate cooling by directing fluid about the windings of the coil as fluid is introduced into the electromagnet.

Abstract: The present invention provides adeno-associated virus (AAV) materials and methods which are useful for DNA delivery to cells. More particularly, the invention provides recombinant AAV (rAAV) genomes, methods for packaging rAAV genomes, stable host cell lines producing rAAV and methods for delivering genes of interest to cells utilizing the rAAV. Particularly disclosed are rAAV useful in generating immunity to human immunodeficiency virus-1 and in therapeutic gene delivery for treatment of neurological disorders.

Abstract: A fluid filter arrangement has a housing, a filter cartridge oriented within the housing, and a projection arrangement. The projection arrangement is oriented to space the filter cartridge from a wall of the housing in order to provide a fluid flow path between the filter cartridge and the housing wall. In some arrangements, the projection arrangement is part of an end cap. Embodiments of the projections include axial extensions, radial extensions, and angled extensions including both radial and axial components. Systems of use, methods of filtering, methods of making, and methods of servicing include arrangements of these types.

Abstract: An equipment-carrying crawler (20) includes a rolling track (44) and a structural support (70). The structural support (70) supports equipment (16). Lifting magnets (72) are coupled to the rolling track (44) and to the structural support (70). The lifting magnets (72) are configured to oppose each other, lift the structural support (70), and aid in the translation of the rolling track (44).

Abstract: Certain biomarkers and biomarker combinations are useful in a qualifying hepatocellular carcinoma status in a patient. A diagnostic methodology employing these biomarkers and combinations can distinguish between hepatocellular carcinoma and chronic liver disease, for example.

Abstract: A motor and method of assembly of a motor having a stator core and at least a first end shield. The method includes selecting a bearing cap from one of a plurality of bearing caps. Each of the plurality of bearing caps has a different bearing cap length and is dimensioned for attachment to the first end shield. The bearing cap is selected from the plurality of bearing caps as a function of a width of the stator core. The invention is also a motor system that includes a stator core selected from a plurality of stator cores and a bearing cap selected from a plurality of bearing caps. Each of the plurality of stator cores has a different stator core width and each of the plurality of bearing caps has a different bearing cap length. The bearing cap is selected as a function of a width of the selected stator core.

Abstract: A method for dynamic electrical testing of head gimbal assemblies may include initiating an automated continuous process that includes selecting an unmounted head gimbal assembly; aligning the unmounted head gimbal assembly; loading the unmounted head gimbal assembly to a disc; and testing the unmounted head gimbal assembly.

Abstract: The present invention provides adeno-associated virus (AAV) materials and methods which are useful for DNA delivery to cells. More particularly, the invention provides recombinant AAV (rAAV) genomes, methods for packaging rAAV genomes, stable host cell lines producing rAAV and methods for delivering genes of interest to cells utilizing the rAAV. Particularly disclosed are rAAV useful in generating immunity to human immunodeficiency virus-1 and in therapeutic gene delivery for treatment of neurological disorders.

Abstract: An electromagnet and associated apparatus and method are provided. The electromagnet includes a core and at least one winding disposed circumferentially about the core such that the winding extends at least one revolution around the core. The electromagnet further includes at least one spacer having channels defined therein and disposed circumferentially about the core and adjacent to the at least one winding. The channels facilitate cooling by directing fluid about the windings of the coil as fluid is introduced into the electromagnet.

Abstract: A face shield assembly including a frame and a removable protective element supported by the frame is disclosed herein. The protective element is removably supported in an opening of the frame by a channel, without the use of fasteners. Because the face shield lacks fasteners, it is easy to remove and replace, even with the use of gloves. In one embodiment, the frame is molded as a single, unitary member and includes an upper detent, a lower detent and a channel formed between a lip and the frame that receives an edge of the protective element in order to hold the protective element within the frame. In another embodiment, the frame is pivotally supported on a support structure such that the frame can be moved between an upper (out of use) and a lower (in use) position, and may further include an adjustable mounting member so that the frame can be selectively spaced relative to the user's head.

Abstract: A radio telephone is provided with a body (3) and a cover (2) arranged for relative sliding movement with the body (3). The radio telephone also comprises guide means for guiding the relative sliding movement, the guide means comprising a guide track on the cover (2) and a guide rail on the body (3). The guide rail extends along a portion of the guide track when the cover irrespective of the relative positions of the cover (2) and body (3) and the force between the cover (2) and body (3) is substantially constant over a range of positions along the guide track, which leads to a tactile improvement for the user. Alternatively, the guide rail may be provided on the cover (2) and the guide track on the body (3).

Abstract: A radio telephone is provided with a body (3) and a cover (2) arranged for relative sliding movement with the body (3). The radio telephone also comprises guide means for guiding the relative sliding movement, the guide means comprising a guide track on the cover (2) and a guide rail on the body (3). The guide rail extends along a portion of the guide track when the cover irrespective of the relative positions of the cover (2) and body (3) and the force between the cover (2) and body (3) is substantially constant over a range of positions along the guide track, which leads to a tactile improvement for the user. Alternatively, the guide rail may be provided on the cover (2) and the guide track on the body (3).

Abstract: A system, method and computer program product for risk assessment and interactive risk management.

Abstract: An organizer system for attaching a document to a binder, the document having at least one edge. The system includes a strip including an elongated layer of material having a first major surface and an opposite second major surface, the first major surface having an inner edge portion and an outer edge portion, said outer edge portion defining a document attachment feature, said inner portion including a coating of adhesive. The system further includes a positioning tool having a strip positioning portion including strip alignment features and a document receiving portion having document alignment features corresponding to the at least one edge of the document. The strip positioning portion receives the inner edge portion of the strip and the outer edge portion of the strip overlaps the document edge alignment feature.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for determining current channel state information in a communications system having a first communications unit communicating to a second communications unit, wherein the first communications unit sends a channel sounding packet (32) to the second communications unit. The channel sounding packet (32) is sent a time period, t, prior to the transmission of a signal by the second communications unit to the first communications unit. The second communications unit receives the channel sounding packet (46) and processes the channel sounding packet to determine at least one channel characteristic. In response to receiving the channel sounding packet (46) the second communications unit appends frame code information (48) to the signal to be transmitted from the second communications unit to the first communications unit, to inform the first communications unit of the communications parameters that have been optimized.