Abstract: An epoxy-functionalized polyorganosiloxane toughener providing toughening properties for thermosetting resins is described. The epoxy-functionalized polyorganosiloxane toughener is an epoxy-functionalized siloxane polyether with a siloxane backbone, at least one epoxy-containing alkyl chain, and at least one alkoxyl polyether chain, each said at least one epoxy-containing alkyl chain and at least one alkoxyl polyether chain grafted to the siloxane backbone. Also disclosed is a thermosetting resin-based composition comprising the epoxy-functionalized polyorganosiloxane toughener of claim 1 and at least one of an epoxy resin, a hardener, and an accelerator.

Abstract: Device, systems, and methods for cryoablation are described herein. In some implementations, the devices and systems are used to for cryoneurolysis or cryoablation of nerves. An example cryoablation probe includes a tubular member having a proximal end and a distal end. The tubular member has a probe tip arranged at the distal end. The probe also includes one or more energy elements arranged along an axial direction of the tubular member, and one or more sensor elements arranged along the axial direction of the tubular member.

Abstract: Introducers for detachably coupling with an ablation probe are described herein. The ablation probe can be a cryoablation probe or other type of ablation probe such as microwave or RF ablation probe. An example introducer includes a hollow member; and a locking mechanism configured to secure the introducer and the ablation probe. An example system includes an ablation probe; and an introducer that is configured to detachably couple with the ablation probe. The introducer includes a hollow member, one or more energy elements arranged along an axial direction of the hollow member, and one or more sensor elements arranged along the axial direction of the hollow member.

Abstract: An epoxy-functionalized polyorganosiloxane toughener providing toughening properties for thermosetting resins is described. The epoxy-functionalized polyorganosiloxane toughener is an epoxy-functionalized siloxane polyether with a siloxane backbone, at least one epoxy-containing alkyl chain, and at least one alkoxyl polyether chain, each said at least one epoxy-containing alkyl chain and at least one alkoxyl polyether chain grafted to the siloxane backbone. Also disclosed is a thermosetting resin-based composition comprising the epoxy-functionalized polyorganosiloxane toughener of claim 1 and at least one of an epoxy resin, a hardener, and an accelerator.

Abstract: A novel phosphate polyol formulation is described, comprising a polyester polyol, a flame retardant comprising a phosphate polyol, a blowing agent, a catalyst, a surfactant, and a fire-retardant aromatic isocyanate. A further embodiment includes a phosphorus compound, such as a phosphate, a phosphate ester, or an alkyl phosphate such as triethyl phosphate.

Abstract: A novel phosphate polyol formulation is described, comprising a polyester polyol, a flame retardant comprising a phosphate polyol, a blowing agent, a catalyst, a surfactant, and a fire-retardant aromatic isocyanate. A further embodiment includes a phosphorus compound, such as a phosphate, a phosphate ester, or an alkyl phosphate such as triethyl phosphate.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems for automatically displaying media items (130) preselected by a user (110) on a collage display (700) located at a social gathering spot when the user is present. A user of the system sets up a personal online profile (110) through a website (100,200) and the profile identifies a portable device (500) associated with the user. User online profiles (110) are stored in a database (400) on a system web server (300), and may include selected media items (132) selected by the user. At a venue, the user's presence is automatically detected by various electronic means, and a personalized welcome message (702) may be displayed on the collage display screen (700) to notify other patrons of the venue. Users present may comment or vote (182,184) on the media items seen on the collage display, as well as send text messages to the display (164,750).

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for causing the transdermal flux of a per meant into a subject via at least one formed pathway through a skin layer of the subject. The device comprises a delivery reservoir comprising: i) a non-biodegradable matrix having a bottom surface and defining a plurality of conduits therein the matrix, at least a portion of the plurality of conduits being in communication with the bottom surface; and ii)an undissolved hydrophilic per meant disposed therein at least a portion of the plurality of conduits of the matrix, wherein the hydrophilic per meant can come in contact with subcutaneous fluid from the subject when the bottom surface of the matrix is positioned in fluid communication with the at least one formed pathway. Also disclosed are systems and methods for causing the transdermal flux of a per meant into a subject via at least one formed pathway through a skin layer of the subject.