Abstract: A system includes memory, and processing circuitry coupled to the memory, the processing circuitry configured to: determine at least one of: a cross-electrical signal measurement at a first electrode on a first lead implanted within a tongue of the patient based on a stimulation signal between a second electrode on the first lead or a second lead implanted within the tongue of the patient and a third electrode, or a strain measurement of at least one of the first lead or the second lead. The processing circuitry is configured to determine movement of the tongue based on at least one of the cross-electrical signal measurement or the strain measurement, and generate information indicative of the movement of the tongue.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for improving the conversion efficiency of a catalytic converter for treating exhaust gases produced from the combustion of a fuel to at least reduce pollutants from incomplete combustion, wherein the reduction in pollutants is achieved by the introduction of ozone, upstream from the catalytic converter, to improve the efficiency of the catalytic converter.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for improving the conversion efficiency of a catalytic converter for treating exhaust gases produced from the combustion of a fuel to at least reduce pollutants from incomplete combustion, wherein the reduction in pollutants is achieved by the introduction of ozone, upstream from the catalytic converter, to improve the efficiency of the catalytic converter.

Abstract: Elastomeric compositions having incorporated therein certain specific compounds and/or compositions which are non-toxic but render the metals to which the compositions are applied resistant to corrosion, particularly, when in a salt environment.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for improving the conversion efficiency of a catalytic converter for treating exhaust gases produced from the combustion of a fuel to at least reduce pollutants from incomplete combustion, wherein the reduction in pollutants is achieved by the introduction of ozone, upstream from the catalytic converter, to improve the efficiency of the catalytic converter.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for improving the conversion efficiency of a catalytic converter for treating exhaust gases produced from the combustion of a fuel to at least reduce pollutants from incomplete combustion, wherein the reduction in pollutants is achieved by the introduction of ozone, upstream from the catalytic converter, to improve the efficiency of the catalytic converter.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for reducing contaminants in exhaust gases of an internal combustion engine are provided wherein the a light source is provided for producing radiant energy which converts oxygen in air inducted into the internal combustion engine to ozone. The ozone increases the efficiency of combustion of fuel by the internal combustion engine thereby reducing the amount of hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide in the exhaust gases.

Abstract: A non-toxic corrosion resistant conversion coating for aluminum is formed by a process which includes subjecting the aluminum to an acidic aqueous solution containing potassium permanganate and cerous chloride, alone or in combination with strontium chloride. The corrosion resistance is improved by a subsequent treatment in an alkaline solution containing molybdate, nitrite and metasilicate ions. The corrosion resistant is further improved by treating the coated surface with an acholic solution containing glycidoxy(epoxy)polyfunctionalmethoxysilane, alone or in combination with phenyltrimethoxysilane. The coating thus produced is a mixture of oxides and hydroxides of cerium strontium and aluminum. These oxides and hydroxides may also be intermixed with molybdate silicate and nitrite ions. In the most corrosion resistant form the mixture further includes a silane overcoat.

Abstract: A non-toxic corrosion resistant conversion coating for aluminum is formed by a process which includes subjecting the aluminum to an acidic aqueous solution containing potassium permanganate and cerous chloride, alone or in combination with strontium chloride. The corrosion resistance is improved by a subsequent treatment in an alkaline solution containing molybdate, nitrite and metasilicate ions. The corrosion resistant is further improved by treating the coated surface with an acholic solution containing glycidoxy(epoxy)polyfunctionalmethoxysilane, alone or in combination with phenyltrimethoxysilane. The coating thus produced is a mixture of oxides and hydroxides of cerium strontium and aluminum. These oxides and hydroxides may also be intermixed with molybdate silicate and nitrite ions. In the most corrosion resistant form the mixture further includes a silane overcoat.

Abstract: A non-toxic corrosion resistant conversion coating process for aluminum and aluminum alloys which includes subjecting the aluminum to an aqueous solution containing hydrogen peroxide or cerous chloride, alone or in combination with strontium chloride. The corrosion resistance is improved by a subsequent treatment in an alkaline solution containing molybdate, nitrite and metasilicate ions. The corrosion resistant is further improved by treating the coated surface with an acholic solution containing glycidoxy(epoxy)polyfunctionalmethoxysilane, alone or in combination with phenyltrimethoxysilane. The coating thus produced is a mixture of oxides and hydroxides of cerium, strontium and aluminum. These oxides and hydroxides may also be intermixed with molybdate silicate and nitrite ions. In the most corrosion resistant form the mixture further includes a silane overcoat.

Abstract: A corrosion and crack growth inhibitor is disclosed, the inhibitor being relatively non-toxic as well as unreactive with curable elastomeric materials so as to form a coating composition for application to metal surfaces. The inhibitor comprises a curable polymer material, such as epoxy polyamide, and cerous molybdate in the amount of from about 1 to 15 percent by weight of the inhibitor.

Abstract: An x-ray imaging system includes an x-ray source for providing x-ray photons which are directed towards a subject and impinge on a scintillating screen. The scintillating screen converts the x-ray photons into a visible light image. The screen is formed of discrete, elongate fiber optic elements arranged side-by-side, having a mirrored surface at one end thereof. The elements are formed of a mixture of glass and rate earth elements which convert the x-ray photons into visible light by first phosphoring and then lasing. The system includes a camera system for capturing the visible light image for remote viewing. A method of constructing the scintillating screen of the invention is disclosed.

Abstract: A non-toxic corrosion resistant conversion coating for aluminum is formed by a process which includes subjecting the aluminum to an acidic aqueous solution containing potassium permanganate and cerous chloride, alone or in combination with strontium chloride. The corrosion resistance is improved by a subsequent treatment in an alkaline solution containing molybdate, nitrite and metasilicate ions. The corrosion resistant is further improved by treating the coated surface with an alcoholic solution containing glycidoxy(epoxy)polyfunctionalmethoxysilane, alone or in combination with phenyltrimethoxysilane. The coating thus produced is a mixture of oxides and hydroxides of cerium strontium and aluminum. These oxides and hydroxides may also be intermixed with molybdate silicate and nitrite ions. In the most corrosion resistant form the mixture further includes a silane overcoat.

Abstract: A corrosion and crack growth inhibitor and method of making are disclosed, the inhibitor being relatively non-toxic as well as unreactive with elastomeric material so as to form a coating and sealing composition for application to metal surfaces.

Abstract: An improved process for thermal solvent refining or hydroliquefaction of non-anthracitic coal at elevated temperatures under hydrogen pressure in a hydrogen donor solvent comprises pretreating the coal with a binary mixture of an aromatic hydrocarbon and an aliphatic alcohol at a temperature below 300.degree. C. before the hydroliquefaction step. This treatment generally increases both conversion of coal and yields of oil.

Abstract: A coal liquefaction system is disclosed with a novel preasphaltene recycle from a supercritical extraction unit to the slurry mix tank wherein the recycle stream contains at least 90% preasphaltenes (benzene insoluble, pyridine soluble organics) with other residual materials such as unconverted coal and ash. This subject process results in the production of asphaltene materials which can be subjected to hydrotreating to acquire a substitute for No. 6 fuel oil. The preasphaltene-predominant recycle reduces the hydrogen consumption for a process where asphaltene material is being sought.

Abstract: A fatigue crack growth retardant material for application to aluminum and alloys thereof utilizes certain organic nitrogen compounds and an elastomeric polymer compatible herewith with respect to the curing properties thereof as well as the ultimate properties of the material and capable of stabilizing the nitrogen compound so as to inhibit the evaporation thereof to the atmosphere. The material inhibits corrosion of and retards crack growth in aluminum and alloys thereof when applied thereto. The material has particular utility when applied to the surfaces of structural parts of aircraft and is utilized as a protective coating as well as a sealant, dependent upon the amount of solvent added to the polymeric elastomer.

Abstract: A process is set forth for depolymerizing coal in an aqueous alkaline medium in the presence of a quinone and a hydrogen atmosphere. The depolymerized solid product is significantly ethyl acetate soluble and can be extracted with ammonia under supercritical conditions.

Abstract: Improved extraction and recovery of carbonaceous products are achieved by the aqueous alkali depolymerization of carbonaceous materials, low rank coals, followed by the supercritical extraction with ammonia when the depolymerized material retains a significant aqueous presence.

Abstract: A process is set forth for the solvent extraction and hydroliquefaction of heavy hydrocarbon oils and residua having an API gravity at 60.degree. F. of less than 20.degree. in the presence of a hydrogen atmosphere and a hydrogen donor solvent at elevated temperature and pressure. Alternately, the hydrocarbon feed can be subjected to a vacuum distillation before solvent extraction or the liquefaction can be catalyzed in-situ. The process results in improved oil production and greater denitrogenation desulfurization and demetallization.