Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermostable DNA polymerase-associated factor capable of enhancing DNA synthesizing-activity of a DNA polymerase; a thermostable DNA polymerase-associated factor possessing an activity of binding to a DNA polymerase and a method for producing the same; a gene encoding the DNA polymerase-associated factor; a method of DNA synthesis by using a DNA polymerase in the presence of the DNA polymerase-associated factor; and a kit comprising the DNA polymerase-associated factor. According to the present invention, there can be provided in vitro DNA synthesis and a DNA amplification system which are more excellent than conventional techniques by utilizing the DNA polymerase-associated factor of the present invention.

Abstract: In a information processing system and a information processing method, an object packed with a data area and a process area is provided in a memory area by an object manager as occasion requires and moreover, information interchanging between the respective objects is controlled by interfaces having the common stated procedure, so that an information processing can be performed in an object-by-object basis.

Abstract: Disclosed is an improved spinning washer comprising: a spinning table for fixedly holding a wafer to be washed; water flushing device; first brush which can be put in coplanar position relative to the lower surface of the wafer round the circumference of the spinning table; and second brush confronting the first brush. The second brush can be put in contact with the upper surface of the wafer in its operative position. The opposite surfaces and circumference side of the wafer can be washed without the fear of breaking the wafer no matter how it may be thin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermostable DNA polymerase-associated factor capable of enhancing DNA synthesizing-activity of a DNA polymerase; a thermostable DNA polymerase-associated factor possessing an activity of binding to a DNA polymerase and a method for producing the same; a gene encoding the DNA polymerase-associated factor; a method of DNA synthesis by using a DNA polymerase in the presence of the DNA polymerase-associated factor; and a kit comprising the DNA polymerase-associated factor. According to the present invention, there can be provided in vitro DNA synthesis and a DNA amplification system which are more excellent than conventional techniques by utilizing the DNA polymerase-associated factor of the present invention.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a coating solution for use in forming Bi-based ferroelectric thin films comprises a specified compound, such as triglyme, dipivaloylmethane, pinacol, pivalic acid or hexyleneglycol, in combination with an organometallic compound containing metallic elements of which a Bi-based ferroelectric thin film to be formed is composed. Disclosed also herein is a method of forming Bi-based ferroelectric thin films using the coating solution.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermostable DNA polymerase-associated factor capable of enhancing DNA synthesizing-activity of a DNA polymerase; a thermostable DNA polymerase-associated factor possessing an activity of binding to a DNA polymerase and a method for producing the same; a gene encoding the DNA polymerase-associated factor; a method of DNA synthesis by using a DNA polymerase in the presence of the DNA polymerase-associated factor; and a kit comprising the DNA polymerase-associated factor. According to the present invention, there can be provided in vitro DNA synthesis and a DNA amplification system which are more excellent than conventional techniques by utilizing the DNA polymerase-associated factor of the present invention.

Abstract: A lining for interior comprises a first layer composed of fibers of higher melting point, which are bound by a thermoplastic resin of lower melting point. A second layer is placed on the first layer, which is constructed of a thermoplastic resin of lower melting point. A third layer is placed on the second layer. The third layer is composed of fibers of higher melting point which are bound by a thermoplastic resin of lower melting point. A fourth layer is placed on the third layer, which is constructed of a thermoplastic resin of lower melting point. A fifth layer is placed on the fourth layer, which is constructed of an skin member having higher melting point. The first and third layers are bonded to each other through the second layer and the third and fifth layers are bonded to each other through the fourth layer.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds and salts thereof, that are represented by the formula:Pro-Ser-A-B-Asp-C-Dwherein A is an amino acid which does not contain a guanidino group as a side chain, B is a amino acid, C is a hydrophobic amino acid and D is a hydroxy group or an amino acid. The compounds of the invention have excellent platelet aggregation inhibiting and blood coagulation inhibiting activities. Also provided are reagents, pharmaceutical compositions and methods for inhibiting platelet aggregation and blood coagulation.

Abstract: Novel peptide derivatives having RGD as a basic structure were found which have a platelet aggregation-inhibiting action, blood coagulation-inhibiting action and cell adhesion-inhibiting action.Utlizing these effects of the peptide derivatives, the following agents which comprise the peptides as active ingredients were provided: platelet aggregation-inhibiting agents that are effective in thrombolus during and after the treatment of thrombolysis and thromboembolism and that can further prevent reobstruction and cardiac infarction; blood coagulation-inhibiting agents that can inhibit blood coagulation which is the main cause of thrombus formation during extracorporeal circulation; cell adhesion-inhibiting agents; tumor metastasis-inhibiting agents; and agents for protecting platelet preparations for blood transfusion.

Abstract: A novel anti-sunburn skin-care preparation, such as creams, foundations, milky lotions and the like, is proposed which contains, as the ultraviolet-absorbing and -shielding ingredient, a salt of ellagic acid with a polyvalent metal, e.g., calcium, barium and magnesium. The skin-care preparation is free from the problem of irritation and sensitization of human skin and exhibits excellent anti-sunburn effect with durability.

Abstract: A process for the formation of a metal oxide film on a substrate by coating the substrate with a coating solution and heating the substrate to a temperature of at least 100.degree. C. The coating solution is composed of (a) a .beta.-diketone, (b) at least one element or compound selected from the group consisting of elements capable of forming complexes with said .beta.-diketone, salts of the elements and hydrolysates of alkoxides of the elements, and (c) an aprotic polar solvent. As an alternative, it is composed of a metal complex of a .beta.-diketone and an aprotic polar solvent.

Abstract: A coating solution for use in the formation of a metal oxide film is described. It is composed of (a) a .beta.-diketone, (b) at least one element or compound selected from the group consisting of elements capable of forming complexes with said .beta.-diketone, salts of the elements and hydrolysates of alkoxides of the elements, and (c) an aprotic polar solvent. As an alternative, it is composed of a metal complex of a .beta.-diketone and an aprotic polar solvent.

Abstract: A seat belt apparatus comprises an engaging device attached to a seat belt, a buckle device engagable with the engaging device, and a device for releasing the engagement between the engaging device and the buckle device in association with the opening operation of a door.

Abstract: An inventive release system for a seat occupant restrained by a seat belt in a vehicle can be operated both inboard and outboard. The system includes a seat belt retractor locked in response to abrupt deceleration or collision, a mechanism emergency-releasing the retractor after the retractor has been locked, and a manual control including a control terminal exerting a control power for actuating the mechanism and also including inboard and outboard control lever mechanism manually actuated to move the control terminal.

Abstract: A release system for a seat occupant restrained by a seat-belt in a vehicle can be operated either inboard or outboard. The system includes a mechanism for emergency-releasing a seat-belt retractor after the seat-belt retractor has been locked, and an emergency release control for the mechanism mounted on the vehicle body and having inboard and/or outboard operating terminals. According to this system, a rescuer can operate the system from outside the vehicle to release a stunned seat occupant, e.g. after a collision involving the vehicle and can quickly rescue the seat occupant.

Abstract: When a driver inserts a key into a cylindrical lock-type outside door switch and rotates it clockwise or counterclockwise, a slide door for an automotive vehicle is opened or closed automatically by motor power from the outside of the vehicle. Additionally, when the driver inserts the key into the outside door switch, and rotates it to an open position, the slide door is unlocked automatically before being opened; when the driver extracts the key from the outside door switch, the closed slide door is locked automatically. A motor is mounted on the slide door and a power supply is applied to the motor by means of a current collector. A pinion and rack are also mounted on the slide door to open or close the door. Such structure allows the slide door to be opened or closed manually or automatically.

Abstract: A leg protector of an automotive vehicle, comprises first and second side plate members securely connected to a vehicle body and located generally between a steering column and legs of a driver, the first and second side plate members being laterally aligned with and spaced apart from each other, and a central plate member located facing the steering column and fastened onto the first and second side plate members, forming connecting sections. The mechanical strength of at least one of the central plate member and each connecting section is set less than that of first and second side plate members.

Abstract: An automotive vehicle seat belt is attached to a slide mechanism attached to the vehicle body or door adjacent the occupant seat. The belt is connected to a slide element which slides on a rail between a forward released position (door open) and a rearward retaining position (door closed) in response to a door switch. A control mechanism overrides the effect of the door switch under certain conditions so that the belt does not release automatically when the door is opened. Examples of such conditions include specified criteria, ignition switch, transmission shift position, clutch position, and hand brake position.

Abstract: A changeover valve unit for a power-assisted steering system includes input and output shafts arranged for relative rotation on aligned axes, a torsion bar interconnecting the shafts, a spool valve element surrounding the input shaft and arranged to be axially displaced in response to relative rotation of the shafts for controlling the supply of pressurized fluid to a hydraulic cylinder associated with the steering system, and a displacement mechanism for the spool valve element. The valve unit further includes an annular retainer member engaged with one end of the spool valve element to form an oil chamber, a compression spring assembled within the oil chamber to bias the spool valve element toward the displacement mechanism, and an annular orifice formed around the input shaft by means of the retainer member to permit the flow of fluid between the oil chamber and the interior of the spool valve element.

Abstract: A changeover valve unit for a power-assisted steering system includes input and output shafts arranged for relative rotation on aligned axes, a spool valve element concentrically assembled with the input shaft to be axially shifted in response to relative rotation of the shafts, and a sleeve-like valve casing surrounding the spool valve element to cooperate with the spool valve element for controlling the supply of fluid under pressure to a hydraulic cylinder associated with the steering system. A thrust plate is rotatably coupled at its inner periphery with the output shaft and secured at its outer periphery to the valve casing thereby to prevent rotation of the valve casing and to permit axial movement of the valve casing caused by displacement of the output shaft.