Abstract: The primary object of the present invention is to provide a polymer synthase gene which is derived from mangrove soil metagenome, and the method for producing the useful copolymer by using this polymer synthase. Another object of the present invention is to provide an enoyl-CoA hydratase gene which is derived from Streptomyces sp. CFMR 7, and the method for producing the useful copolymer, P(3HB-co-3HHx) with increasing the composition of 3HHx by the expression of this enoyl-CoA hydratase. In order to achieve these objects, an isolated polynucleotide encoding for a polypeptide with polymer synthase activity comprising an amino acid sequence set forth in SEQ ID NO: 1 or 3, or an amino acid sequence set forth in SEQ ID NO: 1 or 3 wherein one or more amino acids is replaced, deleted or added are provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a microparticle comprising 3-hydroxybutanoic acid (3-HB) as a repeating unit of polyhydroxyalkanoic acid (PHA), a biodegradable polymer, and having a particle size of 0.2 ?m to less than 10 ?m, and a method for producing the microparticle. The microparticle of the present invention can be used in a wide range of applications, including pharmaceutical applications, because of its biodegradability, excellent processability, and biocompatibility.

Abstract: Provided are an adhesive composition comprising polyhydroxyalkanoic acid, wherein the polyhydroxyalkanoic acid substantially consists of 3-hydroxybutanoic acid and 3-hydroxyhexanoic acid as repeating units; an adhesive agent; and a method for adjusting the adhesive strength of the adhesive agent, thereby providing an adhesive agent comprising an adhesive composition that, in addition to being biodegradable and biocompatible, is suitable for a wide range of applications, such as pharmaceutical applications.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a polyhydroxyalkanoate P(3HB-co-3HHx) comprising 3-hydroxybutanoate and 3-hydroxyhexanoate, the polyhydroxyalkanoate having high melt fluidity and excellent processability. In order to solve the problems described above, the inventors of the present invention found that with regard to a polyhydroxyalkanoate comprising 3-hydroxybutanoate and 3-hydroxyhexanoate, when the polyhydroxyalkanoate is produced by using microorganisms, and thereby the content of 3-hydroxyhexanoate is increased, a polyhydroxyalkanoate having novel physical properties is obtained. That is, the present invention provides the following polyhydroxyalkanoate, a molded body thereof, and a method for producing the polyhydroxyalkanoate. The polyhydroxyalkanoate of the present invention is a polyhydroxyalkanoate comprising a 3-hydroxybutanoate unit and a 3-hydroxyhexanoate unit, the polyhydroxyalkanoate having a melt flow rate at 160° C. and 2.16 kg/f of 2.5 g/10 minutes or more.

Abstract: The primary object of the present invention is to provide a polymer synthase gene which is derived from mangrove soil metagenome, and the method for producing the useful copolymer by using this polymer synthase. Another object of the present invention is to provide an enoyl-CoA hydratase gene which is derived from Streptomyces sp. CFMR 7, and the method for producing the useful copolymer, P(3HB-co-3HHx) with increasing the composition of 3HHx by the expression of this enoyl-CoA hydratase. In order to achieve these objects, an isolated polynucleotide encoding for a polypeptide with polymer synthase activity comprising an amino acid sequence set forth in SEQ ID NO: 1 or 3, or an amino acid sequence set forth in SEQ ID NO: 1 or 3 wherein one or more amino acids is replaced, deleted or added are provided.

Abstract: The present invention involves the isolation of plant based CNCs from the leaves of S. cumini. For the formation of NCs, a novel greener approach using S. cumini LE as reducing agent for in situ impregnation of AgNPs as fillers into CNCs as matrix is reported. The silver nitrate solution in three different concentrations of 1 mM, 5 mM and 10 mM was used to form NCs where AgNPs have been incorporated into CNCs matrix. The CNCs and NCs were characterized using SEM, TEM, XRD, Zeta potential, FT-IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy. NCs developed in the form of film and ointment showed strong antimicrobial activity against both gram negative and gram positive bacteria. NCs wound dressing is capable of regulating wound exudates and providing moisture to wound responsible for faster healing of acute wounds. The observations from histopathological and biochemical assays confirmed that NCs enhance healing because of lesser inflammation, rapid angiogenesis, early collagen formation and enhanced rate of reepithelization.

Abstract: An apparatus for facilitating animal or vehicle movement between different surface elevations includes multiple floor panel members, including a first floor panel member and a last floor panel member. Each of the floor panel members are slidably attached to an adjacent one of the floor panel members. The floor panel members, when extended, form a ramp having a length which is variable, the floor panel members being adapted to nest within one another when retracted. The apparatus further includes a housing configured to enclose the floor panel members when retracted. The last floor panel member is coupled to the housing in a manner which enables the ramp to be slidably removed from the housing without having the ramp disengage from the housing. The housing includes a front panel removably attached to the housing for securing the floor panel members within the housing when the ramp is retracted.

Abstract: The present invention involves the isolation of plant based CNCs from the leaves of S. cumini. For the formation of NCs, a novel greener approach using S. cumini LE as reducing agent for in situ impregnation of AgNPs as fillers into CNCs as matrix is reported. The silver nitrate solution in three different concentrations of 1 mM, 5 mM and 10 mM was used to form NCs where AgNPs have been incorporated into CNCs matrix. The CNCs and NCs were characterized using SEM, TEM, XRD, Zeta potential, FT-IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy. NCs developed in the form of film and ointment showed strong antimicrobial activity against both gram negative and gram positive bacteria. NCs wound dressing is capable of regulating wound exudates and providing moisture to wound responsible for faster healing of acute wounds. The observations from histopathological and biochemical assays confirmed that NCs enhance healing because of lesser inflammation, rapid angiogenesis, early collagen formation and enhanced rate of reepithelization.

Abstract: A vehicle bonnet structure for pedestrian protection. The vehicle bonnet has outer panel between front end and wind shield of vehicle. An inner panel disposed and secured along the entire region of a reverse surface of the outer panel. A plurality of semi-spherical configurations having plurality of cuts on the periphery are provided on the inner panel of the bonnet. A bead is provided on the top of each of the semispherical structures. The semi-spherical structure with bead accommodated between the inner panel and outer panel.

Abstract: A vehicle bonnet structure for pedestrian protection. The vehicle bonnet has outer panel between front end and wind shield of vehicle. An inner panel disposed and secured along the entire region of a reverse surface of the outer panel. A plurality of semi-spherical configurations having plurality of cuts on the periphery are provided on the inner panel of the bonnet. A bead is provided on the top of each of the semispherical structures. The semi-spherical structure with bead accommodated between the inner panel and outer panel.

Abstract: A reclosable metal container in the style of a bottle-shaped can has a conventional can body of steel or aluminum to which a metal neck component is seamed. A sleeve of plastics fits over the neck component and a detent inside the sleeve clips it onto the seam. The upper edge of the sleeve is fixed in place by a curl on the upper edge of the neck component. By using a separate neck component and hiding the seam under a sleeve, conventional sizes and material gauges can be used for the can body. Thicker material may be used for the neck component in order to withstand necking forces. Threads for closing the container may be provided either on the sleeve or, in an embodiment where the sleeve is simply used to cover the seam, on a cylindrical part of the neck component itself.

Abstract: A solar panel monitoring device and method is disclosed. The solar panel monitoring smart device comprises at least one power source or input; at least one sensor connected to the input, where the at least one sensor is adapted to responsively generate monitoring information on the input with which it is associated; a processor for receiving the monitoring information regarding the input from each of the sensors, and adapted to forward the received monitoring information; and a transmission chip for receiving the monitoring information, packetizing the monitoring information, and transmitting to a remote location.

Abstract: An assembly for can manufacture includes a toolpack having coolant dies (3,4,5,6) adjacent and either side of ironing dies (1,2) so that coolant may be circulated around cavities in the coolant dies so as to cool the ironing die inserts (12). Generally, the toolpack is used in conjunction with a ram (20), coolant tube assembly (30) and ram guidance assembly (60) which together ensure that the ram is cooled along its entire length, up to and including the punch nose (21).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel herbal nutraceutical and more particularly to novel herbal jams and jellies with proven pharmacological activities such as memory enhancer, antioxidant, anti-depressant, immuno-modulator, adapatogen, health promoter and chemically standardized on the basis of one or more bioactive constituents and also to a process for the manufacture of said herbal nutraceuticals.

Abstract: Metal can blanks comprising a cylindrical side wall expanded by any known method so that the side wall of the resultant can includes a regular pattern (2) of individual pattern elements. In one example the pattern elements are diamond in outline and are formed over a central region of the can side wall by about 2.25% expansion. Further expanded margins (3, 4) are provided above and below this pattern. The pattern elements are arranged in rows and columns so that the pattern comprises at least two rows and at least two columns.

Abstract: A method for increasing surface deposition of silicone from soap and improving processing characteristics of soap and a corresponding composition are disclosed. The composition includes a fatty alkyl silicone, a fatty silicate ester, a high viscosity lower alkyl silicone fluid, a silicone surfactant, and an organic surfactant. The organic surfactant is one or more of a nonionic, cationic or anionic surfactant, a fatly ester sulfonate, sorbitan monostearate, and sodium lauryl sulfate.

Abstract: A method for increasing surface deposition of silicone from soap and improving processing characteristics of soap and a corresponding composition are disclosed. The composition includes a fatty alkyl silicone, a fatty silicate ester, a high viscosity lower alkyl silicone fluid, a silicone surfactant, and an organic surfactant. The organic surfactant is one or more of a nonionic, cationic or anionic surfactant, a fatty ester sulfonate, sorbitan monostearate, and sodium lauryl sulfate.

Abstract: A method for increasing surface deposition of silicone from soap and improving processing characteristics of soap and a corresponding composition are disclosed. The composition includes a fatty alkyl silicone, a fatty silicate ester, a high viscosity lower alkyl silicone fluid, a silicone surfactant, and an organic surfactant. The organic surfactant is one or more of a nonionic, cationic or anionic surfactant, a fatty ester sulfonate, sorbitan monostearate, and sodium lauryl sulfate.