Abstract: A half-bridge switch arrangement has a plurality of parallel-connected half-bridges, each half-bridge having a first semiconductor switching element and a second semiconductor switching element, has a first busbar, to which a first terminal of each of the first semiconductor switching elements is electrically connected, a second busbar, to which a second terminal of each of the first semiconductor switching elements and a first terminal of each of the second semiconductor switching elements are electrically connected, and has a third busbar, to which a second terminal of each of the second semiconductor switching elements is electrically connected. The first and second busbars are toothed and the semiconductor switching elements are arranged on the teeth, the teeth being arranged alternately. The third busbar is arranged above the semiconductor switching elements, and a heat sink is arranged below the first and second busbars.

Abstract: The invention relates to a measuring device for the non-invasive determination of a blood sugar concentration in the body of a mammal, comprising a housing (G), a measuring electronics (IC) in the housing (G), wherein the measuring electronics (IC) further comprises at least one transmitter (Tx) for emitting high-frequency signals with a frequency of more than 0.1 THz and less than 10 THz, at least one receiver (Rx) for receiving high-frequency signals with a frequency of more than 0.

Abstract: In order to create a safe and simply designed fire column, the flame of which is fed from a fuel tank, in particular for bioethanol, and is surrounded by an outer casing (4), wherein supply air flows in largely axially in the lower region of the outer casing via a plurality of guide elements (3) and is preferably set in helical rotation to form a swirling flame, according to the invention the outer casing (4) is placed over the guide elements (3). The outer casing (4) is preferably centered in an upright position by outer edges (3a) of the guide elements (3).

Abstract: To create a stable and safe frame, more particularly in the form of a tripod, having a plurality of rod-like legs (2), which are fastened centrally to a connection part (3), wherein the frame (1) can be folded up into a space-saving transportation position, in which the legs are oriented substantially in parallel, and the frame can be folded out into a usage position, in which the legs are crossed, the invention proposes that at least one concavely rounded support surface (5) for providing support over an area of the leg surface is arranged between the legs (2), more particularly that two support surfaces (5, 5?) of this type are provided, which in the usage position are in contact with an area of the respective leg surface opposite one another.

Abstract: A device comprising a rigid substrate, a flexible cover element at least partially covering the substrate, a first structure formed in the substrate, adapted for accommodating liquids and adapted for releasing contents of one or more cells, spores, or viruses, the contents including the target molecules, a second structure formed in the substrate, adapted for accommodating liquids and comprising at least one binding member adapted for capturing the target molecules and for determining a value indicative for the presence and/or amount of the target molecules, a microfluidic network interconnecting at least the first structure and the second structure, and an actuator member adapted for effecting a fluid flow between the first structure and the second structure by pressing the flexible cover element against the substrate to selectively close a portion of the microfluidic network.

Abstract: A device for generating a current driver voltage for a current driver of a pump diode is provided. The pump diode is configured for pumping a fibre laser. The device includes a voltage source for generating the current driver voltage. The voltage source includes a primary side and a secondary side. The secondary side is electrically isolated from the primary side. The primary side includes primary circuit breakers. The secondary side includes an accumulator for electrical charge. The voltage source is configured to generate the current driver voltage at the accumulator by switching the primary circuit breakers. The device further includes a discharge circuit configured to receive a discharge trigger voltage and to discharge the accumulator when the discharge trigger voltage assumes a predetermined value or a value range.

Abstract: A newborn insert for a child safety seat may include an accommodation region for a child, and an energy-transferring element. The energy-transferring element may include an inherently stable component, and may be arranged laterally at the accommodation region such that the energy-transferring element is positioned at the child's shoulder height when the child is placed in the accommodation region.

Abstract: A control flap (1) has a flap body (2) and a circumferential seal (3) capable of sealing upon abutting to a sealing surface (7) of an opening (8). The flap body (2) and the seal (3) are made of elastomers. The seal (3) is joined to the flap body (2) by a pressure plate (4) made of a thermoplastic. The control flap may be made by a method that includes: producing the flap body (2) from a thermoplastic by injection molding; producing the pressure plate (4) from a thermoplastic by injection molding; producing the seal (3) from an elastomer by injection molding; introducing the pressure plate (4) into the undercut (10) of the seal (3); inserting the pressure plate (4) with the seal (3) into the recess (16) of the flap body (2) and bonding the pressure plate (4) and flap body (2).

Abstract: The present disclosure describes absorbent articles that include an absorbent core. The absorbent core extends longitudinally along a crotch portion of the absorbent article. The absorbent core includes a channel having one or more pathways extending longitudinally along the absorbent core. The channel is substantially free of absorbent material. In some implementations, the channel includes a single pathway. In other implementations, the channel includes multiple pathways.

Abstract: Absorbent laminates and multi-layer, folded absorbent cores comprising the absorbent laminates for use in absorbent articles are presented. Specifically, multi-layer, folded absorbent cores are presented that are formed from an absorbent laminate comprising an absorbent layer between two tissue layers, in which the absorbent core includes a central channel running longitudinally along the core and crenellations profiled along the thickness of the core and providing enhanced liquid distribution across the core surface area or profile and improved liquid absorption into the laminate.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to chemokine CXCR4 receptor modulators and uses related thereto. The receptor modulators can be formulated to form pharmaceutical compositions comprising the disclosed compounds or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or prodrugs thereof. The compositions may be used for managing CXCR4 related conditions, typically prevention or treatment of viral infections abnormal cellular proliferation, retinal degeneration, inflammatory diseases, or as an immunostimulant or immunosuppressant or for managing cancer and may be administered with another active ingredient such as an antiviral agent or chemotherapeutic agent.

Abstract: Electrical circuit arrangement for an energy storage system comprising a first electrochemical energy storage device and a second electrochemical energy storage device.

Abstract: A newborn insert for a child safety seat may include an accommodation region for a child, and an energy-transferring element. The energy-transferring element may include an inherently stable component, and may be arranged laterally at the accommodation region such that the energy-transferring element is positioned at the child's shoulder height when the child is placed in the accommodation region.

Abstract: In a particular implementation, an absorbent article includes a chassis having opposing front and rear waist portions and a crotch portion extending longitudinally between the front and rear waist portions. The crotch portion is configured to conform about at least one of a wearer's groin area, perineum, and rear when the chassis is configured in a wearable configuration. The absorbent article also includes an absorbent core extending longitudinally along the crotch portion and including a laminate The laminate is longitudinally folded such that the absorbent core includes a lower layer spanning a portion of a lateral width of the absorbent core. The lower layer includes a first portion and a second portion. The absorbent core also includes a plurality of folded layers of the laminate disposed over the lower layer and configured to define one or more non-overlapping channels.

Abstract: In order to create a safe and simply designed fire column, the flame of which is fed from a fuel tank, in particular for bioethanol, and is surrounded by an outer casing (4), wherein supply air flows in largely axially in the lower region of the outer casing via a plurality of guide elements (3) and is preferably set in helical rotation to form a swirling flame, according to the invention the outer casing (4) is placed over the guide elements (3). The outer casing (4) is preferably centered in an upright position by outer edges (3a) of the guide elements (3).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compounds for the use of treating neurodegenerative diseases and, in particular, to compounds targeting the Abelson non-tyrosine kinase (c-Abl) protein for such treatment. The neurological disorders and conditions include Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and the like. It also relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment of such neurological disorders involving the c-Abl protein kinase.

Abstract: For a stable, easy-to-handle fire basin for burning wood and similar fuels, consisting of a plurality of segments (1a) which are supported on the ground with feet (2) and towards the top have a plurality of segment surfaces (1b) to form the tub-shaped fire basin (1), the invention proposes that the segment surfaces (1b) of the fire basin (1) also have or form concave depressions or recesses.

Abstract: The invention relates to a child safety seat adapted to be secured with a safety belt of a vehicle, comprising a seat shell for receiving a child; and a seat base for being placed on a seat of the vehicle. The seat base comprises a base member coupled to the seat shell; a pivoting component connected pivotably to the base member; and an engaging member configured to engage with the safety belt of the vehicle, wherein the engaging member is coupled to the pivoting component such that a movement of the engaging member in a certain direction relative to the base member causes the pivoting component to pivot away from the base member.

Abstract: The aim of the invention is to comfortably handle a combustion light, in particular in the form of a wind light, comprising a firing agent, preferably a wax candle, a base (3), and a preferably translucent housing part (2), and a carrier tray (4) for the firing agent. This aim is achieved, according to the invention, in that the carrier tray (4) is mounted on a cardanic suspension (5) about two axes (5b-5b; 5c-5c) in an overhead pivotable manner. The invention further relates to a suspension having a lower part, wherein the cardanic suspension (5) is pivotable about the two pivot axes thereof by more than 90°, in particular by 180°, wherein in said pivot position, the upper housing part (2) is arranged below as a base, and the lower part (3) is then positioned on the top as a covering.

Abstract: A newborn insert for a child safety seat may include an accommodation region for a child, and an energy-transferring element. The energy-transferring element may include an inherently stable component, and may be arranged laterally at the accommodation region such that the energy-transferring element is positioned at the child's shoulder height when the child is placed in the accommodation region.