Abstract: A device and a computer-implemented method for testing a machine having a plurality of components or for testing a component of a machine. The method includes: providing a set of input variables for a model, the set of input variables characterizing load factors on the machine or characterizing load factors on at least one component of the machine; selecting a subset of the set; mapping, by the model, the subset to an output variable of the model which characterizes a stress caused by the load factors in the case of at least one component of the machine; and determining a degree of damage, in particular a degree of fatigue, of the at least one component according to a set of output variables which contains the output variable.

Abstract: Regenerator and process for regenerative thermal oxidation of offgases comprising halooganosilocon compounds in which offgases are heated in the regenerator, fed to an oxidation zone present in the regenerator to oxidize the haloorganosilicon compounds to SiO2 and hydrogen halides which form a flue gas which is then cooled in the generator to a temperature below its acid dew point and is discharged.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel apparatus in the form of a regenerator and to a process executed therein for treatment of offgases comprising impurities in the form of haloorganosilicon compounds.

Abstract: A device for providing protection for an exterior surface of a motorized vehicle. The device comprises a cover for draping over such motorized vehicle and a plurality of inflatable air chambers which are disposed intermediate such cover and such motorized vehicle for providing a cushion for any moving debris. There is a means that is in fluid communication with the plurality of air chambers for inflating the air chambers.