Abstract: The present invention relates to a stent graft, comprising: a base stent having a first and a second longitudinal end, a lumen extending longitudinally through the base stent, a covering material provided so as to line the base stent, the base stent having a roughened surface that is at least partially penetrated by the covering material so as to form a positive fit.

Abstract: A biocybernetics based system for detecting the biofeedback of human central nervous system activity and its optimization includes a non-invasive human brain interface device for the stimulation of the human brain using weak pulsed electromagnetic fields, a multi-sensor detection unit for the real-time measurement of various states of the central and autonomic nervous system, linked to a processing and feedback software supported by a database. Optimization processes are based on bio-cybernetic regulation, controlled by intrinsic feedback loops, generating measurable output for optimizing brain stimulation parameters as well as sensing feedback output to the human subject, in the form of visual, auditory, tactile, and highly immersive content related output including simulations in virtual and augmented reality.

Abstract: A furnace for steam reforming a feed stream containing hydrocarbon, preferably methane, having: a combustion chamber, a plurality of reactor tubes arranged in the combustion chamber for accommodating a catalyst and for passing the feed stream through the reactor tubes, and at least one burner which is configured to burn a combustion fuel in the combustion chamber to heat the reactor tubes. In addition at least one voltage source is provided which is connected to the plurality of reactor tubes in such a manner that in each case an electric current which heats the reactor tubes to heat the feedstock is generable in the reactor tubes.

Abstract: A furnace for steam reforming a feed stream containing hydrocarbon, preferably methane, having: a combustion chamber, a plurality of reactor tubes arranged in the combustion chamber for accommodating a catalyst and for passing the feed stream through the reactor tubes, and at least one burner which is configured to burn a combustion fuel in the combustion chamber to heat the reactor tubes. In addition at least one voltage source is provided which is connected to the plurality of reactor tubes in such a manner that in each case an electric current which heats the reactor tubes to heat the feedstock is generable in the reactor tubes.

Abstract: A process for producing synthesis gas, by providing a feed gas stream, the feed gas stream including a hydrocarbon, preferably methane, and steam; heating of at least one part of the feed gas stream in a first steam reformer using heat of combustion; and converting of the heated feed gas stream into a synthesis gas stream of CO and H2 in a reforming step. At least one part of the feed gas stream is heated outside the first steam reformer, at least partly using electric energy.

Abstract: A combustion engine is provided with overhead camshafts. The camshafts are mounted in bearings. The cylinder head with camshafts is fixed on a cylinder block via cylinder head screws. Bearing caps are fixed on the cylinder head via bearing cap screws. Each bearing cap comprises three openings for bearing cap screws and additionally a fourth opening for a cylinder head screw.

Abstract: A novel receptor-type protein tyrosine phosphatase-? (RPTP?) protein or glycoprotein and the DNA coding therefor is expressed in a wide variety of mammalian tissues. The RPTP? protein or glycoprotein may be produced by recombinant means. Antibodies to the protein, methods for measuring the quantity of the protein, methods for screening compounds, such as drugs, which can bind to the protein and inhibit or stimulate their enzymatic activity, are provided. Further, methods for inhibiting homophilic binding of Type II RPTP, especially RPTP? molecules are provided.

Abstract: An arrangement for displaying video images on a projection surface, in which the display is carried out on the projection surface at an inclination, comprises a source for the emission of a substantially parallel light bundle for a sequential illumination of image points of the video image, which source can be intensity-modulated, a deflection device for scanning the light bundle in two dimensions, and a control device which controls the intensity modulation for the light bundle as well as the deflection of the light bundle in accordance with a function that is obtained through a calculated distortion correction of the image, at least with respect to the inclination. A method for the compensation of geometric image errors in video images is also disclosed.

Abstract: A novel protein tyrosine phosphatase is the protein designated PTP 1D. The PTP 1D protein may be produced by recombinant means, for example using a nucleic acid construct encoding the protein as provided herein. Also disclosed is an antibody specific for an epitope of PTP 1D, protein. Methods for identifying compounds which bind to a PTP 1D protein and inhibit or stimulate its enzymatic activity, pharmaceutical compositions comprising PTP 1D, and methods for treating a disease associated with PTP 1D, and methods for treating a disease associated with PTP 1D protein using such compositions, are provided.

Abstract: Members of the collagen family are ligands for the discoidin domain receptor tyrosine kinases, DDR1 and DDR2. Collagen directly interacts with the extracellular domains and evokes tyrosine phosphorylation of DDRs in a time and concentration dependent manner. Collagen activation of DDR1 induced phosphorylation of a docking site for the Shc phosphotyrosine binding domain. Therefore, isolated complexes are described comprising (a) a discoidin domain receptor tyrosine kinase or a part thereof, and a collagen or a part thereof; or (b) a discoidin domain receptor tyrosine kinase or a part thereof and Shc or PTB binding domain of Shc or a protein containing a PDZ domain or a PDZ domain. Compositions, methods, and uses are also described based on the interaction of DDRs with collagens.

Abstract: A novel receptor-type protein tyrosine phosphatase-&kgr; (RPTP&kgr;) protein or glycoprotein and the DNA coding therefor is expressed in a wide variety of mammalian tissues. The RPTP&kgr; protein or glycoprotein may be produced by recombinant means. Antibodies to the protein, methods for measuring the quantity of the protein, methods for screening compounds, such as drugs, which can bind to the protein and inhibit or stimulate their enzymatic activity, are provided. Further, methods for inhibiting homophilic binding of Type II RPTP, especially RPTP&kgr; molecules are provided.

Abstract: In a device for displaying a video image with a source emitting at least an intensity-modulated light bundle (41, 42) and a deflecting device (41, 42) for deflecting the light bundle, for the angle-proportional scanning of N.sub.p image points in lines over an angle .alpha..sub..rho., and for the angle-proportional scanning of the light bundle of N.sub.z, lines of the video image over an angle .alpha..sub.z, the source emits two light bundles which can be modulated independently from one another, the first light bundle being modulated with the video information for the illumination of a first image point controlled by raster scanning and the second light bundle being modulated with the video information for the illumination of a second image point, wherein the video information of the second image point is offset relative to the video information of the first image point by m.sub.z lines of an image and m.sub..rho. image points of a line, with whole numbers m.sub.z .ltoreq.N.sub.z and m.sub..rho. .ltoreq.N.

Abstract: In an arrangement for displaying images on a projection screen, which arrangement includes a laser, which emits a laser beam, and a deflecting device, which is provided for deflecting the laser beam, and an image-generating device which is connected to a controlling device for controlling the laser and the deflecting means. The image-generating device is switchable in two operating modes, the first operating mode being the standard operating mode for projecting, and the second being an operating mode in which the laser radiation is harmless to a person disposed in the region to which the laser has access.

Abstract: A novel protein tyrosine phosphatase is the protein designated PTP 1D. The PTP 1D protein may be produced by recombinant means, for example using a nucleic acid construct encoding the protein as provided herein. Also disclosed is an antibody specific for an epitope of PTP 1D, protein. Methods for identifying compounds which bind to a PTP 1D protein and inhibit or stimulate its enzymatic activity, pharmaceutical compositions comprising PTP 1D, and methods for treating a disease associated with PTP 1D protein using such compositions, are provided.

Abstract: A novel receptor-type protein tyrosine phosphatase-.kappa. (RPTP.kappa.) protein or glycoprotein and the DNA coding therefor is expressed in a wide variety of mammalian tissues. The RPTP.kappa. protein or glycoprotein may be produced by recombinant means. Antibodies to the protein, methods for measuring the quantity of the protein, methods for screening compounds, such as drugs, which can bind to the protein and inhibit or stimulate their enzymatic activity, are provided. Further, methods for inhibiting homophilic binding of Type II RPTP, especially RPTP.kappa. molecules are provided.

Abstract: A novel receptor-type protein tyrosine phosphatase-.kappa. (RPTP.kappa.) protein or glycoprotein and the DNA coding therefor is expressed in a wide variety of mammalian tissues. The RPTP.kappa. protein or glycoprotein may be produced by recombinant means. Antibodies to the protein, methods for measuring the quantity of the protein, methods for screening compounds, such as drugs, which can bind to the protein and inhibit or stimulate their enzymatic activity, are provided. Further, methods for inhibiting homophilic binding of Type II RPTP, especially RPTP.kappa. molecules are provided.

Abstract: An airbag module of a safety device for vehicle occupants includes a temperature sensor. Output terminals of the temperature sensor are each connected via leads to one input terminal each of a firing element.

Abstract: A novel protein tyrosine phosphatase is the protein designated PTP 1D. The PTP 1D protein may be produced by recombinant means, for example using a nucleic acid construct encoding the protein as provided herein. Also disclosed is an antibody specific for an epitope of PTP 1D, protein. Methods for identifying compounds which bind to a PTP 1D protein and inhibit or stimulate its enzymatic activity, pharmaceutical compositions comprising PTP 1D, and methods for treating a disease associated with PTP 1D protein using such compositions, are provided.

Abstract: A method for the preparation of a mixture of at least one reactive element or an alloy thereof and a liquid metal melt, including introducing the reactive element or alloy thereof, in a liquid state and under pressure, within, i.e. below the surface of, the metal melt, is provided. An apparatus to facilitate the method above is also provided. The apparatus includes a crucible, an immersion pipe that passes into the crucible, an accommodating vessel for storing the reactive element or alloy thereof and a pressure unit.

Abstract: Arrangement for covering the surface, which may be inclined, of loose material, in particular earth or waste dump material, comprising a sealing course which is provided with a top fill. In order to improve the adhesion between the sealing course and the top fill, a rough layer is arranged on the sealing course, on top of the rough layer an adhesive non-woven fabric, which cooperates with the rough layer in an adhesive manner, and on top of the non-woven fabric a retaining mat, which bonds with the top fill. The adhesive non-woven fabric and the retaining mat may be a known geotextile drainage layer which, when reversed, is used for a standard drainage arrangement.