Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a composition for preparing a medicament for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and associated disorders. The composition comprises 3-methyl-1-phenyl-2-pyrazoline-5-one or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof and borneol. The medicament is a drug used for delaying the occurrence time of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and extending the survival time, and for improving memory function defect of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Abstract: The present invention provides the Fabry-Perot (F-P) sensor compromising housing, measuring probe, longitudinal sling block, and displacement converting device. The optic fiber passes through upside sealing ring and extends into upside through hole with the optic fiber end surface disposed at the bottom; the upside of longitudinal sliding block is disposed with reflecting surface, thus a Fabry-Perot cavity is formed between part of the fiber end surface at the bottom of the fiber and the reflecting surface on the upside of longitudinal sliding block. The displacement converting device will convert the lateral slides of the measuring probe into the slides of the longitudinal sliding block, which thus changes the distance from the reflecting surface to the fiber end surface and changes the Fabry-Perot cavity length. Further, the sliding distance of the measuring probe can be calculated after the variation of the Fabry-Perot cavity length measured in according with the Fabry-Perot principle.

Abstract: The present invention provides a Fabry-Perot sensor for measuring inclination. Wherein the present inclinometer is fixed on a static detected object in application use, the mass block is flexibly connected to the top plate, thus the line between the center of gravity of the mass block and the connecting point on the top plate is perpendicular to the horizontal plane; a Fabry-Perot cavity is formed between the reflecting surface disposed at one end of the mass block and the end of the optic fiber. The detected object will be in a static state after tilting, the line between the center of gravity of the mass block and its connecting point on the top plate is still perpendicular to the level plane and the F-P cavity length will have a variation. Then the change of cavity length can be measured in accordance with the Fabry-Perot principle, thereby the tilting angle of the mass block is able to be further measured. Then the tilting angle is also the inclination of the detected object.

Abstract: The invention provides a clock delay adjusting circuit based on edge addition and an integrated chip thereof.

Abstract: A web-based, collection law-compliant debt collection system and methods for using the same are disclosed. At its center, the system comprises the databases, processors, and software that form system data storage, website and database management servers, and automatic webpage generators. The center is accessible through the Internet via landline or wireless connections. The system connects all kinds of users and services and enables them to collect debts, negotiate settlements, resolve disputes, exchange information, advertise legal or financial services, and trade debts in a fair, open, and law-compliant manner.

Abstract: Disclosed are 1,4-dihydro-naphthyridine derivatives and pharmaceutical composition and uses thereof. The 1,4-dihydro-naphthyridine derivatives are a compound capable of inhibiting acetylcholinesterase activity and preventing extracellular calcium from flowing into a cell via a calcium channel, i.e., having a dual-activity, which are of potential importance as a pharmaceutical and can be used to prepare the drugs for treating cardiovascular diseases, cerebrovascular diseases and dementia.

Abstract: A disposable device (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 or 18) both for vaginal cleaning and hygiene and for sexual aid and its methods of use are disclosed. The device comprises a pouch or bladder (30 or 30?) with an open-end or opening (34 or 34?) and in substantial shape and size of the condom and a standard valve (20 or 20?) or closure (20?) with a base (22, 22? or 22?). The pouch or bladder is made of a layer of flexible and inelastic airtight durable material. The opening is fluid-tightly sealed to the base or by the cap (24?) and neck of the closure. The inflated or filled device functions as dildos and, when enclosing a mini-vibrator, as vibrators. The poked device is used for delivering medication to appropriate areas of the vagina and for washing the vagina with water. The pouch or bladder is packed in a small sealed package before use and is disposable after use.

Abstract: Disclosed are 1,4-dihydro-naphthyridine derivatives and pharmaceutical composition and uses thereof. The 1,4-dihydro-naphthyridine derivatives are a compound capable of inhibiting acetylcholinesterase activity and preventing extracellular calcium from flowing into a cell via a calcium channel, i.e., having a dual-activity, which are of potential importance as a pharmaceutical and can be used to prepare the drugs for treating cardiovascular diseases, cerebrovascular diseases and dementia.

Abstract: An internal valve (10, 10? or 10?) and its methods of use for stabilizing and reinforcing inflatable objects are disclosed. The internal valve is a novel, simple modification to conventional check valves with the addition of a discharging means (14, 22 or 28)for external control. An internal supplemental chamber comprises one or more partitions that are secured, directly or by I-beams (40?), to main chamber's walls (40) of an inflatable object and stretched when the main chamber is inflated. With the internal valve as the passage to and from the main chamber, the enclosed or isolated supplemental chamber (30, 30?, 32, 34, 36 or 38) functions as a stabilizing or reinforcing component. A plurality of chambers 36 can form cylinder beams for an inflatable mattress.

Abstract: A personal portable devices keeper (10) and its method of use are disclosed. The keeper mainly comprises a housing formed by a shell (12) and a base (14), a spool assembly (16) controlled by a spiral spring (18) and a ratchet mechanism consisting of a ratchet plate (32) in the spool, a ratchet bead (20), and a straight slot (50) in the base, a clip (22), and a length of cord (24) with a bob (72) securing a strap loop (90). The shell has a cord port (28) and is rotatable independently from the spool so that the cord remainder is adjustable even after the cord is fully retracted by the spring. The strap loop ties a personal portable device directly through its strap holder or the like. The keeper is fully operable through the cord dragged by the portable device that is normally held and operated by one hand.

Abstract: A system and method for online monitoring partial discharge of a generator are disclosed. The system is connected in parallel with a busbar between the generator and electric network, includes: a near-end circuit on a generator side, which includes a near-end capacitive coupling sensor connected to the busbar and a near-end impedor connected in series with the near-end capacitive coupling sensor; a far-end circuit on an electric network side, which includes a far-end capacitive coupling sensor connected to the busbar and a far-end impedor connected in series with the far-end capacitive coupling sensor; and a detection device, which has a near-end input terminal connected to a connection point between the near-end capacitive coupling sensor and the near-end impedor through a near-end cable, a far-end input terminal connected to a connection point between the far-end capacitive coupling sensor and the far-end impedor through a far-end cable, and a processing unit.

Abstract: A personal portable devices keeper (10) and its method of use are disclosed. The keeper mainly comprises a housing formed by a shell (12) and a base (14), a spool assembly (16) controlled by a spiral spring (18) and a ratchet mechanism consisting of a ratchet plate (32) in the spool, a ratchet bead (20), and a straight slot (50) in the base, a clip (22), and a length of cord (24) with a bob (72) securing a strap loop (90). The shell has a cord port (28) and is rotatable independently from the spool so that the cord remainder is adjustable even after the cord is fully retracted by the spring. The strap loop ties a personal portable device directly through its strap holder or the like. The keeper is fully operable through the cord dragged by the portable device that is normally held and operated by one hand.

Abstract: A nasal device (10-16) for obesity prevention and treatment and its method of use are disclosed. The device comprises a check valve (20, 20?) and a cylindrical or conical airtight tube (30, 32?, 33, 34, 34?/36?) with an opening at each end. The valve is so fastened or connected to the tube at one end as to form a one-way air channel/passage. The tube conforms to or fits the interiors of different nostrils air-tightly in a variety of ways (32?, 34, 38, 40, 34?, 40?, 46). A pair of such devices can be connected with a flexible strip (42) or a band (44). Inserting the device into the nostril, a wearer can inhale through the nose but has to exhale through the mouth. This reduces the wearer's appetite for food and slows down eating. The wearer can easily remove the device after eating or whenever desired.

Abstract: A system and method for online monitoring partial discharge of a generator are disclosed.

Abstract: An internal valve (10, 10? or 10?) and its methods of use for stabilizing and reinforcing inflatable objects are disclosed. The internal valve is a novel, simple modification to conventional check valves with the addition of a discharging means for external control (14, 22 or 28). An internal supplemental chamber comprises one or more partitions that are secured, directly or by I-beams (40?), to main chamber's walls (40) of an inflatable object and stretched when the main chamber is inflated. With the internal valve as the passage to and from the main chamber, the enclosed or isolated supplemental chamber (30, 30?, 32, 34, 36 or 38) functions as a stabilizing or reinforcing component. A plurality of chambers 36 can form cylinder beams for an inflatable mattress.

Abstract: An inflatable device (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 or 18) both for vaginal cleaning and hygiene and for sexual aid and its methods of use are disclosed. The device comprises a pouch or bladder (30 or 30?) with an open-end or opening (34 or 34?) and in substantial shape and size of the condom and a standard valve (20 or 20?) or the like (20?) with a base (22, 22? or 22?). The bladder is made of a layer of flexible and inelastic airtight durable material. The opening is air-tightly sealed with the base. The inflated device functions as dildos and, when enclosed in a micro-vibrator, as vibrators. The poked device is used for delivering medication to appropriate areas of the vagina and for washing the vagina with water. The device is packed in a small sealed package before use and is disposable after use.