Abstract: A hand-held molecular diagnostic test device includes a housing, an amplification (or PCR) module, and a detection module. The amplification module is configured to receive an input sample, and defines a reaction volume. The amplification module includes a heater such that the amplification module can perform a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) on the input sample. The detection module is configured to receive an output from the amplification module and a reagent formulated to produce a signal that indicates a presence of a target amplicon within the input sample. The amplification module and the detection module are integrated within the housing.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for treating a surface for single-molecule imaging.

Abstract: The artificial nail includes a thin member having a distal end portion, an opposite free end portion, and a concave lower surface and a convex upper surface extending between the end portions, at least a portion of the concave lower surface having a size and a curvature configured for placement in overlaying substantially conforming relation to at least a portion of a natural fingernail or toenail, the upper surface including an upstanding feature separating and delineating regions abutting opposite sides of the feature. In a method of use, a first liquid hardenable coating material is applied to one of the regions, and a second liquid hardenable material to a second of the regions, such that the first material and the second material are separated and delineated by the upstanding feature. The nail is then abraded to a desired appearance such as of a French manicure.

Abstract: The present invention facilitates security maintenance in a communication network. Present invention embodiments adjust power level and/or communication permission based upon designated parameters. The designated parameters can include time indications, days of the week, failed access attempts, source and destination indications and/or information content indications. For example, a present invention system and method can reduce and/or turn off power to a wireless communication port during designated intervals (e.g., during non standard work hours) and prevent unauthorized access via the wireless communication port.

Abstract: The present invention provides a safe and effective vaccine composition which comprises: an effective immunizing amount of an inactivated Ehrlichia canis bacterin; a pharmacologically acceptable carrier; and an immunogenically stimulating amount of an adjuvant system consisting essentially of an antibody response inducing agent and a cell-mediated immunity response inducing agent. The present invention also provides a method for the prevention or amelioration of canine ehrlichiosis in dogs.

Abstract: A method for thermoplastic coating composite structures includes applying a crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer onto a working surface of a tool. A layer of composite material is applied onto the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer, and the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer and the layer of composite material are cocured at a specific temperature and pressure in an autoclave. The softening temperature of the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer is not substantially greater than the curing temperature of the composite material.

Abstract: The present invention facilitates security maintenance in a communication network. Present invention embodiments adjust power level and/or communication permission based upon designated parameters. The designated parameters can include time indications, days of the week, failed access attempts, source and destination indications and/or information content indications. For example, a present invention system and method can reduce and/or turn off power to a wireless communication port during designated intervals (e.g., during non standard work hours) and prevent unauthorized access via the wireless communication port.

Abstract: Apparatus for automatically alerting a user of a handheld communications device of an incoming transmission includes a plurality of sensors each of which produces a signal indicative of a physical parameter of a surrounding environment of the handheld communications device. Also included is a processor that executes a programmed set of instructions to determine an optimal alert mode setting based on a combination of the sensor signals. A plurality of output units produces one or more sensory alert outputs In response to the optimal alert mode setting. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: A method of thermoplastic coating composite structures includes heating a tool. A thermoplastic layer is deposited onto the heated tool by thermal spraying a thermoplastic on the heated tool. Composite material is applied onto the thermoplastic layer. The thermoplastic layer and the composite material are then cured.

Abstract: The present invention provides a safe and effective vaccine composition which comprises: an effective immunizing amount of an inactivated Ehrlichia canis bacterin; a pharmacologically acceptable carrier; and an immunogenically stimulating amount of an adjuvant system consisting essentially of an antibody response inducing agent and a cell-mediated immunity response inducing agent. The present invention also provides a method for the prevention or amelioration of canine ehrlichiosis in dogs.

Abstract: A method for thermoplastic coating composite structures includes applying a crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer onto a working surface of a tool. A layer of composite material is applied onto the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer, and the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer and the layer of composite material are cocured at a specific temperature and pressure in an autoclave. The softening temperature of the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer is not substantially greater than the curing temperature of the composite material.

Abstract: An auto-determination technique detects whether a DTE or DCE is connected to an RS232 port. The port is then automatically configured to interface with the connected equipment.

Abstract: A method of thermoplastic coating composite structures includes heating a tool. A thermoplastic layer is deposited onto the heated tool by thermal spraying a thermoplastic on the heated tool. Composite material is applied onto the thermoplastic layer. The thermoplastic layer and the composite material are then cured.

Abstract: A method for thermoplastic coating composite structures includes applying a crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer onto a working surface of a tool. A layer of composite material is applied onto the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer, and the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer and the layer of composite material are cocured at a specific temperature and pressure in an autoclave. The softening temperature of the crystalline crystalline multi-axially oriented thermoplastic layer is not substantially greater than the curing temperature of the composite material.

Abstract: An auto-determination technique detects whether a DTE or DCE is connected to an RS232 port. The port is then automatically configured to interface with the connected equipment.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses methods and compositions both for providing protection against disease in an animal and for inducing increased intake of an orally administered vaccine by an animal. The methods of the invention are directed to admixing a bacterial or viral antigen with a water soluble palatable flavorant, further admixing the antigen and flavorant mixture with a water soluble vehicle for oral administration of the vaccine to an animal in order to provide protection against disease associated with infection by the admixed antigen and to induce the increased intake of the vaccine with the flavorant. The present invention thus encompasses methods and compositions for the oral vaccination of healthy animals through drinking water or syrups as an aid in the prevention of disease.