Abstract: A radiographic imaging system having a number of useable digital radiographic detectors selectively activates one of the detectors to capture a radiographic image. The DR detectors each include a movement detector configured to transmit a movement signal when a movement of the corresponding detector is sensed. A portion of the system is disabled in response to receiving a movement signal transmitted from a motion sensor in a detector other than the active detector.

Abstract: Provided is a method for forming a bag around an article, the method comprising: providing an oriented film; cauterizing the film at a temperature sufficient to de-orient a portion of the film to create a cauterized area on the continuous film; placing an article(s) on the film between adjacent cauterized areas; heat-sealing the film around the article(s) such that at least a portion of the film between the heat-sealed area and the article comprises the cauterized area. Also, provided is a form, fill, and seal apparatus comprising a heat sealer and a cauterizer, both having a temperature control, the heat sealer positioned to allow the heat sealer to form a seal between two edges of film having an article wrapped therein, and the cauterizer positioned to cauterize an area of the sealed film in an area adjacent to the sealed edges and the article.

Abstract: Provided is a method for forming a bag around an article, the method comprising: providing an oriented film; cauterizing the film at a temperature sufficient to de-orient a portion of the film to create a cauterized area on the continuous film; placing an article(s) on the film between adjacent cauterized areas; heat-sealing the film around the article(s) such that at least a portion of the film between the heat-sealed area and the article comprises the cauterized area. Also, provided is a form, fill, and seal apparatus comprising a heat sealer and a cauterizer, both having a temperature control, the heat sealer positioned to allow the heat sealer to form a seal between two edges of film having an article wrapped therein, and the cauterizer positioned to cauterize an area of the sealed film in an area adjacent to the sealed edges and the article.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the prevention of carryover infection due to surface contamination on a stethoscope features a disposable stethoscope head cover implemented with hypoallergenic materials and a dispensing apparatus that automatically places a disposable stethoscope head cover in an attachment station, allowing a simple single handed attachment of the disposable stethoscope head cover to the stethoscope.

Abstract: A sealable polymeric film structure comprising (a) a core layer including a thermoplastic polymer, the core layer having a machine side and a product side that is on a side of the film opposite from the machine side; and (b) a sealable skin layer positioned on the product side of the core layer, the sealable skin layer including a thermoplastic polymer, wherein an exterior surface of the sealable skin layer has a receding Cahn value of at least about 0.48; and wherein in some heat—sealable embodiments, the sealable skin layer sealed to itself has a MST of from about 175° F. to about 220° F., with a jaw pressure of 20 psi for 0.75 seconds and a minimum acceptable seal strength of 200 g/in at 175° F., on a Wrap-Ade™ Crimp Sealer Model J or K.

Abstract: An apparatus for handling or inspecting a sensitive material such as a semiconductor wafer or mask in a self-contained environment, such that the apparatus can be used outside a clean room. The apparatus incorporates a standardized mechanical interface for transferring the wafers or other sensitive material to and from the apparatus in a box having a cover, a bottom, a latch assembly releasably connecting and sealing the cover to the bottom, and a carrier such as a cassette for supporting the wafers. The apparatus includes a base and a canopy attached to the base so as to create an enclosed space between the base and canopy. The canopy includes a port door releasably secured to the canopy, the port door including an upper surface adapted for supporting the bottom of the box. The apparatus also includes a manipulator and electronic control for controlling the manipulator.

Abstract: The need for an accurate measure of the throttle position exists so the electronic engine controller is employed: to continuously check the position of the throttle, to memorize the lowest throttle position reading from the throttle pot, and to define this position as closed throttle. The reading is then updated to compensate for wear in the throttle blade linkages or in the potentiometric device or due to temperature or other conditions. The electronic engine controller will read and retain the lowest measured value of the potentiometric voltage output. This value will then be stored in memory and identified as the closed throttle output until it is necessary to redefine it.