Abstract: A clamp mechanism includes a support plate, a frame, a positioning member, a resisting member, an operating assembly. The support plate defines an assembly hole. The frame is fixed to the support plate, and defines a positioning groove and a sliding groove. The positioning member extends through the assembly hole of the support plate, and received in the positioning groove. The operating assembly is connected to the resisting member. The resisting member is movably received in the sliding groove and opposite to the positioning member. The sliding groove has a first end adjacent to the positioning member and a second end away from the positioning member, such that the operating assembly drives the resisting member to move in the sliding groove from the second end to the first end, thereby clamping the positioning member in the positioning groove of the frame.

Abstract: A method for molecular haplotyping of a subject is disclosed. The method comprises: randomly selecting a set of chromosomes in each of a plurality of lyzed diploid cells of the subject, collecting the selected chromosomes from said plurality of cells into a plurality of sample tubes, wherein each sample tube contains chromosomes selected from one or more cells, genotyping genomic DNA in each sample tube, and determining haplotype of the alleles based on allele nucleotide sequence information and corresponding nucleotide signal intensities from genotyping data. Other methods for molecular haplotyping using single cell lysate or single cell microdissection are also disclosed.

Abstract: A positioning apparatus includes a base plate and a deflection mechanism mounted upon the base plate. The deflection mechanism includes a stationary platform, a rocker assembly and a deflection platform. The stationary platform is mounted over the base plate for placing and positioning a workpiece. The deflection platform is tiltably mounted over the stationary platform via the rocker assembly and the height of the stationary platform itself is adjustable. The rocker assembly comprises a first rocker and a second rocker of different lengths.

Abstract: A screwdriver head mounting structure includes a mounting base, a screwdriver head, a latching member and an elastic member. The mounting base defines a mounting hole and an eccentric latching hole communicating with and positioned eccentric to the mounting hole. The screwdriver head is detachably assembled to the mounting base. The screwdriver head has a latching end inserted into the mounting hole of the mounting base. The latching member is releasably and adjustably assembled to the mounting base together with the elastic member. The latching member passes through the eccentric latching hole and latches with the latching end of the screwdriver head.

Abstract: An electronic device of the present application includes a case (1), a stem-shaped leg (3), and a leg fixing part (4). The leg fixing part (4) is provided on one face of the case (1) and includes a case thread ridge portion (4a) that is formed on an inside face of a hole, into which the leg (3) is inserted, and that is divided into isolated thread ridge portions. A peripheral face of a stem portion of the leg (3) has a first screw structure portion (3a), which is engaged with the case thread ridge portion (4a), and a second screw structure portion (3b) which is engaged with the case thread ridge portion (4a) before being engaged with the first screw structure portion (3a). The second screw structure portion (3b) has a guide portion (5a) and an idle turn inducing portion (5b). The guide portion (5a) guides the case thread ridge portion (4a) to the second screw structure portion (3b) when the leg (3) is inserted into the hole while being turned in a direction in which the leg (3) enters the case (1).

Abstract: A control valve includes a valve body, a valve plug, two adjusting elements and two operating members. The valve body has a valve hole defined through the valve body and further defines an inlet hole and two outlet holes respectively communicating with the valve hole. The valve plug is movably assembled within the valve body. Two ends of the valve plug are respectively exposed to the outside of the valve body. The two adjusting elements are respectively mounted to two ends of the valve body and respectively adjustably resist against two ends of the valve plug. The two operating members are respectively fixed to the two adjusting elements for driving the two adjusting elements to move the valve plug within the valve hole of the valve body, and thereby controlling the control valve to switch between an open state and a closed state.

Abstract: A tilt foot mechanism adjusts a tilt angle of a case by adjusting a length of a protruding portion of a foot protruding from the case, and the tilt foot mechanism includes: a base into which the foot is inserted, wherein the base guides a protruding direction of the inserted foot; and a lever that is assembled with the base and that fixes the foot to the base by being biased to the foot, wherein the lever is rotatable, and the lever is maintained in astute of fixing the foot by a biasing force in a first direction, and the lever releases fixing of the foot by being rotated in a second direction different from the first direction, wherein a first guiding portion and a second guiding portion are provided at the base, wherein the first guiding portion and the second guiding portion define a rotation center of the lever when the first guiding portion and the second guiding portion are assembled with the base, and wherein a first guided portion, a second guided portion, and an engaging portion are provided at the

Abstract: A case for an electronic device designed to protect the electronic device and extend the battery life of the electronic device is provided. The case has an engagement mechanism, can be engaged to securely fasten the case to the electronic device. The case portion includes a battery to extend the battery life of the electronic device and a connector that allows for the phone to be charge while positioned within the case.

Abstract: Nanoparticles in a colloid are purified, with the colloid including a fluid, unwanted matter, and the nanoparticles to be purified. An electric field is applied that is substantially spatially uniform over a distance that is at least equal to a characteristic dimension of the nanoparticles, so that at least some of the nanoparticles move towards at least one collection surface as a result of the force arising between their electrical charge and the electric field, whereupon nanoparticles are collected on said at least one collection surface. The collection surface(s) may be one or more electrodes to which a voltage potential is applied. The collected nanoparticles are then removed from the collection surface, e.g., by dispersing them into another fluid.

Abstract: Methods and compositions containing a berberine compound or berberine related or derivative compound are provided for the prevention and treatment of hyperlipidemia, elevated cholesterol, and/or cardiovascular disease in mammalian subjects. The methods and compositions of the invention are effective for prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, angina pectoris, carotid artery disease, stroke, cerebral arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure, myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, restenosis following balloon angioplasty, intermittent claudication, dyslipidemia post-prandial lipidemia or xanthoma.

Abstract: A heat dissipation device adapted for cooling an electronic device mounted on a printed circuited board includes a heat spreader thermally contacting the electronic device, a fin assembly comprising a plurality of fins, a first heat pipe interconnecting the fin assembly and the heat spreader and a plurality of supporting posts inserted in the fin assembly.

Abstract: A portable phone holder and charger for holding and charging a portable electronic device. The portable phone holder and charger includes a cradle portion which cradles a portable electronic device, a plug for connecting to the portable electronic device, a base portion, a battery and recharging electronic circuitry, and a hinge that pivotally connects together the cradle portion and the base portion. The plug is adapted to engage with the portable electronic device and extends from the hinge and moves in concert along with the cradle portion when the base portion and the cradle portion are pivoted relative to each other. The cradle portion retains the portable electronic device in connection with the electrical engagement. The hinge preferably provides click stops at a plurality of positions of pivoting of the cradle portion relative to the base portion.

Abstract: A portable phone holder and solar charger for holding and charging a portable electronic device. The portable phone holder and charger includes a cradle portion which cradles a portable electronic device, a plug or electrical contacts that makes electrical connection with the portable electronic device, a base portion, a battery and recharging electronic circuitry, a solar panel, and a hinge that pivotally connects together the cradle portion and the base portion. The plug is adapted to engage with the portable electronic device and extends from the hinge and moves in concert along with the cradle portion when the base portion and the cradle portion are pivoted relative to each other. The cradle portion retains the portable electronic device in connection with the electrical engagement. The hinge preferably provides click stops at a plurality of positions of pivoting of the cradle portion relative to the base portion.

Abstract: A portable electronic device holder and charger with quick release feature for holding and charging a portable electronic device such as a cellular phone. The portable electronic device holder and charger includes a cradle portion with electrical contacts adapted to contact with electrical recharging contacts on a portable electronic device engaged therewith, a battery holding base portion, and a hinge that pivotally and releasably electrically connects together the cradle portion and the battery holding base portion.

Abstract: Dispensers and refills for volatile liquids, such as fragrances, are disclosed. Dispensers and refills in combination with dispensers according to the present invention may comprise a volatile liquid and a housing. In certain embodiments, the volatile liquid of the present invention has a predetermined evaporation rate, measured and calculated by the method described herein. In other embodiments, the volatile liquid exhibits a predefined relative evaporation rate. In addition to the housing, the present invention includes optional components, such as a motorized fan and/or a wick, to facilitate release of the volatile liquid into the atmosphere.

Abstract: A heat dissipation device assembly includes a heat dissipation device for dissipating heat from an electronic element and a protective device assembly. The heat dissipation device includes a base with fasteners extending therethrough, a plurality of fins arranged on a top of the base, and a heat conducting plate attached on a bottom of the base. A thermal interface material is spread on a bottom surface of the heat conducting plate. The protective device assembly includes a first cover attached to a bottom of the heat conducting plate and a second cover separated from the first cover and attached to a lateral side of the base. The first cover protects the thermal interface material from being contaminated and the second cover protects the fasteners from dropping from the base, when the heat dissipation device is transported.

Abstract: Dispensers and refills for volatile liquids, such as fragrances, are disclosed. Dispensers and refills in combination with dispensers according to the present invention may comprise a volatile liquid and a housing. In certain embodiments, the volatile liquid of the present invention has a predetermined evaporation rate, measured and calculated by the method described herein. In other embodiments, the volatile liquid exhibits a predefined relative evaporation rate. In addition to the housing, the present invention includes optional components, such as a motorized fan and/or a wick, to facilitate release of the volatile liquid into the atmosphere.

Abstract: A double-pedal double-wheel truckle with independent braking and releasing functions is a truckle for a precision instrument and comprises a body, a rotating & locking device, a truckle body device, a braking device and a bottom cover body. The body is provided for disposing a rotating & locking device, a truckle body device, a braking device and a bottom cover body. With the independent braking and releasing functions of the braking device of the body, the user can easily operate and stably block the rotating & locking device and the truckle body device. The bottom cover body is provided for preventing foreign matters from entering the truckle body device, so that the truckle can be locked from rotation. By such arrangements, it can achieve the objectives, such as easy operation, easy to distinguish braking state, stable braking, reducing noises, strengthening structure and safe usage, etc.

Abstract: Dispensers and refills for volatile liquids, such as fragrances, are disclosed. Dispensers and refills in combination with dispensers according to the present invention may comprise a volatile liquid and a housing. In certain embodiments, the volatile liquid of the present invention has a predetermined evaporation rate, measured and calculated by the method described herein. In other embodiments, the volatile liquid exhibits a predefined relative evaporation rate. In addition to the housing, the present invention includes optional components, such as a motorized fan and/or a wick, to facilitate release of the volatile liquid into the atmosphere.