Abstract: During manufacture of a medical device, parameters if the device are measured, and results of that measurement are stored in a database. For example, parameters of an endoscope's image sensor may be measured and stored in the database. The medical device has a machine-readable serial number. A computer reads the serial number and records a reduction of an on-hand inventory of the medical devices. When the on-hand inventory warrants reordering to replenish the on-hand inventory. When warranted, the computer places an order with a supplier of medical devices of the class to replenish inventory. A computer controlling the medical device may read the database to obtain the measured properties. The obtained data may be used to calibrate or adjust the device's function. For example, white balance and color correction of an endoscope may be used to compute normalized video.

Abstract: Transporters, e.g., ore carriers, vehicles, materials handling equipment, etc. having fluorinated polyurea and fluorinated polyurethane coatings thereon.

Abstract: A polymer modifying agent composition, a polymer composition that uses the modifying agent composition and a method of improving the processing, physical and optical properties of a thermoplastic polymer are provided. The polymer modifying agent composition comprises a nucleating and/or clarifying agent and a dispersing agent.