Abstract: Described herein are photoswitchable compounds that can activate TRPA1 channels in neuronal and non-neuronal cells. The TRPswitch molecules allow for optical control of both the activation and deactivation of TRPA1 channels. Such compounds can be used as research tools or therapeutics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite shoddy for use in a vehicle interior. To this end, the composite shoddy of the present invention includes an organic material having a predetermined density defining a shoddy bottom layer and a scrim material having a predetermined density defining a scrim top layer. The scrim top layer is adapted to operatively engage a surface material and accommodate movement of a surface material in the shear direction. The composite shoddy further includes a bituminous mastic material having a predetermined density defining a mastic middle layer. The mastic middle layer is disposed between the organic bottom layer and the scrim top layer.

Abstract: The present invention provides for an improved method of making non-carpeted floor coverings for vehicles. The method includes providing a non-carpeted floor covering blank having a precut non-carpeted flooring, precut under-pad, and precut adhesive layer. The adhesive layer is situated intermediate the non-carpeted flooring and under-pad. The blank is heated to join the non-carpeted flooring and under-pad to the adhesive layer to form an integrated blank. The integrated blank is molded into a desired shape then trimmed for use as a non-carpeted floor covering in a vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite shoddy for use in a vehicle interior. To this end, the composite shoddy of the present invention includes an organic material having a predetermined density defining an organic bottom layer and a scrim material having a predetermined density defining a scrim top layer. The scrim top layer is adapted to operatively engage a surface material and accommodate movement of a surface material in the shear direction. The composite shoddy further includes a mastic material having a predetermined density defining a mastic middle layer. The mastic middle layer is disposed between the organic bottom layer and the scrim top layer.

Abstract: A sawhorse utilizing no nails or other fasteners comprising an elongate, generally circular member having a comparatively thick sidewall, but being otherwise hollow. The generally circular member is made of resilient material, having a spring-like quality, and the sidewall of the member is longitudinally cut for its entire length in a direction essentially parallel to the centerline of the generally circular member. Also, a pair of leg-receiving holes are cut through the generally circular member at a location substantially opposite from the longitudinal cut, with such holes being circumferentially spaced apart, and each being substantially equidistant from the ends of the circular member. Each of these holes is arranged to receive the upper end of an elongate leg member.