Abstract: A catalyst carrier body includes a honeycomb body having sheet-metal layers and an axial extent. The sheet-metal layers are at least partly structured in such a way that the honeycomb body has passages through which an exhaust gas can flow. The sheet-metal layers of the honeycomb body have end regions lying radially outwardly. A tubular jacket has an edge and an axial span shorter than the axial extent of the honeycomb body. The tubular jacket is connected to the honeycomb body in at least one axial partial-region by a joining technique. A sleeve has an axial length shorter than the axial extent of the honeycomb body and is disposed on an outer region of the honeycomb body, in the vicinity of an end surface. The sleeve has an inner shell surface connected by a joining technique to the end regions of the sheet-metal layers at the end surfaces. The honeycomb body projects beyond an edge of the tubular jacket in a projecting section surrounded by the sleeve.

Abstract: A low-loss electrode-printed structural dielectric barrier for a non-thermal plasma reactor and non-thermal plasma multi-cell stacks having low-loss electrodes. The low-loss electrode-printed structural dielectric barriers include a structural dielectric barrier having a first side and a second opposite side; a low-loss electrode pattern disposed on the second side of the structural dielectric barrier; the low-loss electrode pattern comprising first and second major electrode sections that are offset from any ribs, supports, ligaments, spacers, tines, or other structure that serves as a structural dielectric connection between dielectric barriers in a multi-cell stack, a connector disposed between and electrically connecting the first and second major electrode sections and offset relative to a centerline perpendicular to the rib orientation, and a bus path connector electrically connected to one of the major electrode sections and offset relative to the centerline.

Abstract: An apparatus for generating ozone in high concentration with efficiency and linearly controlling the concentration of ozone is disclosed. The apparatus includes an oxygen generator, a flat plate type ozone generator, a high-voltage transformer, a high-frequency inverter, a cooling-water supplier, and a control signal generator. The high-frequency inverter linearly controls the concentration of ozone by applying a high-frequency voltage pulse generated according to a predetermined ON/OFF time ratio corresponding to a voltage level of a control signal, to the flat plate type ozone generator through the high-voltage transformer. The flat plate type ozone generator uses a flat plate type ceramic as dielectrics, thereby optimizing the efficiency of ozone generation and the endurance of the ozone generator, and thus simultaneously miniaturizing dimension thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for generating ozone, oxygen, hydrogen, and/or other products of water electrolysis, having an electrolyte cell that can be acted upon by water, the water being delivered and carried away in a supply line communicating with the electrolyte cell, wherein a bypass line is embodied around the supply line, and the electrolyte cell can be connected via the bypass line to the supply line and subjected to water from the supply line, and a valve engaging the supply line and the bypass line is provided, and by means of the valve, the supply line and the bypass line can be opened and/or closed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a DBD cell (500) including ring shaped electrodes (512 and 514) that are positioned side-by-side on a dielectric tube (516). An AC power supply (518) is provided such that the cell and the power supply form a DBD treatment device (540) for abatement of noxious gases for example FCs that can be discharged from semiconductor fabricating devices. Additionally, one or more sensors (822) and/or one or more gas addition ports (816) can be included in a DBD cell (800) of the present invention. Several DBD cells (1030, 1036 and 1042) of the present invention can be combined to form a DBD reactor (1010) of the present invention. AC power supplies (1012, 1014 and 1016) are utilized to energize the cells (1030, 1036 and 1042), forming a novel noxious gas treatment device (1000) wherein plasmas are created when gas is present inside the reactor.

Abstract: A process for the continuous production of hydrophobic silica is disclosed. The process may include mixing hydrophilic silica with silicone in a mixer thereby forming a mixture. The process may also include heating the mixture in a reactor thereby forming a hydrophobic silica. The hydrophobic silica may be formed continuously by providing the hydrophilic silica and the silicone. A system for the continuous production of hydrophobic silica is also disclosed. The system may include a mixer for mixing the hydrophilic silica and silicone. The system may also include a reactor for heating the hydrophilic silica and the silicone comprising a channel having a plurality of heating zones, wherein the reactor is in fluid communication with the mixer. The system may also include a storage receptacle for storing the hydrophobic silica, wherein the storage receptacle is in fluid communication with the reactor.

Abstract: A shift converter (16) in a fuel processing subsystem (14, 16, 18) for a fuel cell (12) uses an improved catalyst composition (50) to reduce the amount of carbon monoxide in a process gas for the fuel cell (12). The catalyst composition (50) is a noble metal catalyst having a promoted support of mixed metal oxide, including at least both ceria and zirconia. Cerium is present in the range of 30 to 50 mole %, and zirconium is present in the range of 70 to 50 mole %. Additional metal oxides may also be present. Use of the catalyst composition (50) obviates the requirement for prior reducing of catalysts, and minimizes the need to protect the catalyst from oxygen during operation and/or shutdown.

Abstract: An apparatus for fabricating encapsulated micro-channels in a substrate is described. The apparatus includes the formation of a thin film layer over an area of a substrate. Following the formation of the thin layer, a periodic array of access windows are formed within the thin film layer along dimensions of one or more desired micro-channels. Following formation of the access windows, the one or more micro-channels are formed within an underlying layer of the substrate. Finally, the one or more micro-channels are encapsulated, thereby closing the one or more access windows along the dimensions of the desired micro-channels. Accordingly, the apparatus is suitable in one context for rapid prototyping of micro-electromechanical systems in the areas of, for example, RF micro-systems, fluidic micro-systems and bio-fluidic applications. In addition, the apparatus enables the rapid prototyping of integrated circuits.

Abstract: The invention relates to an autoclave for medical appliances and instruments with a chamber (13) in which the appliances to be sterilized are located, with a steam generator (5) and a condensate collector (11), whereby the steam generator is connected with the chamber (13) by a steam pipe (9) and the condensate collector (11) is connected with the chamber (13) by a feed pipe (35) of the condensate.

Abstract: The invention relates to an autoclave for sterilising medical and in particular dental appliances and instruments, with a chamber (13), in which the appliances to be sterilised are located, with a steam generator (5), connected with the chamber (13) and a condensate pipe (34) connecting the chamber (13) with a condenser (19), and a further pipe (39) connecting the condenser (19) with a vacuum pump (20) and finally leading into a tank.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for producing at high efficiency vaporization a precisely controllable, continuously adjustable gas-phase flow of a vaporizable liquid (e.g., hydrogen peroxide) in a carrier gas (e.g., air) are disclosed. The gas-phase product flow can be substantially continuous, low-temperature, unsaturated with respect to the vaporized vaporizable liquid, and of substantially constant vaporized vaporizable liquid concentration as a function of time. Fine particles of the vaporizable liquid are produced and introduced into the flow of carrier gas/vapor in a vaporization plenum with a sufficient flow of carrier gas/vapor to provide a curtain of carrier gas/vapor between substantially all of the fine particles of vaporizable liquid and the inner surface of the vaporization plenum.

Abstract: A process and an apparatus for treating and recovering an CVD exhaust gas is provided, which can reduce periodical maintenance by converting the raw gas employed and the intermediate products contained in the CVD system into highly volatile halides, separating and recovering them as materials with good reusability. An unreacted raw gas and intermediate products contained in CVD exhaust gas are partially decomposed by being subject to decomposition treatment or conversion reaction treatment, and then halogecosilane gas and hydrogen chloride are separated and recovered. Alternatively, a raw gas and intermediate products are decomposed into hydrogen chloride and recovered.

Abstract: The present invention includes methods and apparatus useful in the removal of air pollutants. More specifically, this invention relates to methods and apparatus useful in mitigating major air pollutants (SOx and NOx) and trace toxins from coal-fired combustors. Using a method or apparatus of the present invention, a coal-fired combustor may be retrofitted to accommodate combined SOx/NOx removal technology for solid waste reduction and environmentally responsible utilization of dry flue gas (FGD) desulfurization product. The combined SOx/NOx control technology may integrate enhanced removal of SO2 at high to medium temperatures using a desulfurization process of the present invention with selective catalytic reduction technology for NOx. The reactivation of spent sorbent and dry FGD product may result in a more complete utilization of the ash and sorbent in the reduction of SO2 emissions, thereby reducing significantly the amount of sorbent used and the volume of by-product generated.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing carbon fiber including the following processes: a process for obtaining fine carbon fiber by thermally decomposing an organic compound in a furnace by use of a catalyst; a process for separating a reaction exhaust gas contained in the carbon fiber; a process for continuously subjecting the carbon fiber to thermal treatment in a non-oxidative atmosphere; and a process for incinerating a thermal treatment exhaust gas generated in the thermal treatment and/or the reaction exhaust gas.

Abstract: There is provided a crystalline ceric oxide sol that is approximately monodisperse, and a process for producing the sol.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and apparatus for preparing a rare earth-activated barium fluorohalide based phosphor, in which atmospheric states during calcining and during cooling can be optimally adjusted and a cooling rate can be selected in a wide range. In the preparing apparatus of the present invention, a mixture 18 of phosphor materials is calcined by a calcining furnace 10 to form a calcined product, and thereafter, the calcined product is cooled to thereby prepare a rare earth-activated barium fluorohalide based phosphor. A calcining region 12 in which the mixture of phosphor materials can be calcined is provided in the calcining furnace 10, and a portion of the calcining region 12 is connected, via a partition door 30 capable of being opened and closed, to a cooling region 28 in which the calcined product can be cooled, at an outer side of the calcining furnace 10.

Abstract: The invention provides apparatus and a method for exothermic treatment of feed material to provide an ash. The apparatus includes a housing extending about a central axis and having first and second ends, and a central mixing zone adjacent the first end. A material intake carries the feed material into the housing and gas enters through a first gas inlet at the first end through guides to create an inner vortex extending axially about said axis and the gas then follows an outer vortex which also extends axially but in the opposite direction from that of the inner vortex. However the inner and outer vortices rotate in the same direction. A gas outlet is positioned to receive spent gas from the housing and an ash outlet is positioned remotely from the mixing zone to receive the ash. If preferred, the position of the ash outlet may be incorporated into the gas outlet. A control system is provided to limit the temperature in the feed material in the housing.

Abstract: A method for converting sodium bicarbonate in a sodium carbonate monohydrate crystallization process to maintain a mother liquor composition in a sodium carbonate monohydrate crystallizer below the invariant point for the crystallizer for reducing or eliminating the co-crystallization of sodium sesquicarbonate crystals in the process. The mother liquor composition may be maintained below the invariant point by stripping carbon dioxide from a feed solution or from mother liquor recycled to the crystallizer.

Abstract: There is provided a method of purifying single wall carbon nanotubes so as to be able to remove impurities such as a metal catalyst to obtain the single wall carbon nanotubes with high purity. The method includes the first oxidizing step of oxidizing the single wall carbon nanotubes soot 1 containing an impurity with a metal catalyst 2, the first refluxing step of refluxing the single wall carbon nanotubes soot 1 obtained by the first oxidizing step in an acid solution, the second oxidizing step of oxidizing the single wall carbon nanotubes soot 1 obtained by the first refluxing step, and the second refluxing step of refluxing the single wall carbon nanotubes obtained soot 1 by the second oxidizing step in an acid solution. The single wall nanotubes 1 are synthesized by an arc discharge with a carbon electrode containing a metal catalyst 2. The carbon electrode contains a metal catalyst which consists of Ni, Y, and Ti.

Abstract: Molybdenum oxide nano-particles. The nano-particles may be made by vaporizing the precursor material to produce a vapor; directing the vapor into an isolation chamber; contacting the vapor contained in the isolation chamber with a quench fluid stream to precipitate nano-particles; and removing the nano-particles from the isolation chamber.

Abstract: A metal catalyst and a method of preparing the metal catalyst are disclosed. The metal catalyst consists essentially of a transition or noble metal supported by a ceria coating disposed on a ceramic monolith. Alternatively, a matrix structure can be provided on the ceramic monolith prior to the formation of the ceria coating. The use of the metal catalyst allows partial oxidation of hydrocarbons to be carried out at low initiation temperatures with high product yields and selectivities.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel radiopharmaceuticals useful for the diagnosis of infection and inflammation, reagents and kits useful for preparing the radiopharmaceuticals, methods of imaging sites of infection and/or inflammation in a patient, and methods of diagnosing diseases associated with infection or inflammation in patients in need of such diagnosis. The radiopharmaceuticals bind in vivo to the leukotriene B4 (LTB4) receptor on the surface of leukocytes which accumulate at the site of infection and inflammation. The reagents provided by this invention are also useful for the treatment of diseases associated with infection and inflammation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a particulate material having a diameter in the range of from 5 to 200 microns comprising polymeric matrix and stably incorporated radionuclide, processes for its production and a method of radiation therapy utilising the particulate material.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical topical spray composition of corticosteroid, an alcohol, a propelant, and isopropyl myristate. A method for treating an inflammatory skin condition using the administration to the skin of a mammal of the pharmaceutical composition. The pharmaceutical composition is effective in the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions without the need for zinc pyrithione, undecylenic acid, or a detergent.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for delivering macromolecules to or via the respiratory tract, such that the macromolecules exhibit improved local and/or systemic bioavailability are provided. Such methods utilize lipid-based microstructures formed in combination with at least one bioactive macromolecule, which have a superior ability to rapidly release the bioactive macromolecule(s) thereby resulting in improved local and/or systemic bioavailability of the bioactive macromolecule(s). Such improved bioavailability is believed to be due, in part, to reduction of scavenging by bronchoalveolar macrophages and/or mucociliary clearance.

Abstract: A composition comprising a combination of a compound of formula I 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to new methods for the surface modification of powders. Furthermore the present invention relates to new, improved pharmaceutical dosage forms obtainable by the new methods for surface modification of drugs according to the invention and to the use of these pharmaceutical dosage forms within dry powder inhalation devices (DPI).

Abstract: The present invention relates to the delivery of muscle relaxants through an inhalation route. Specifically, it relates to aerosols containing a muscle relaxant that is used in inhalation therapy. In a composition aspect of the present invention, the aerosol comprises particles comprising at least 5 percent by weight of muscle relaxant. In a method aspect of the present invention, a muscle relaxant is delivered to a mammal through an inhalation route. The method comprises: a) heating a composition, wherein the composition comprises at least 5 percent by weight of a muscle relaxant, to form a vapor; and, b) allowing the vapor to cool, thereby forming a condensation aerosol comprising particles, which is inhaled by the mammal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the delivery of stimulants through an inhalation route. Specifically, it relates to aerosols containing ephedrine or fenfluramine that are used in inhalation therapy. In a composition aspect of the present invention, the aerosol comprises particles comprising at least 5 percent by weight of ephedrine or fenfluramine. In a method aspect of the present invention, one of ephedrine or fenfluramine is delivered to a mammal through an inhalation route. The method comprises: a) heating a composition, wherein the composition comprises at least 5 percent by weight of ephedrine or fenfluramine, to form a vapor; and, b) allowing the vapor to cool, thereby forming a condensation aerosol comprising particles, which is inhaled by the mammal.

Abstract: Disclosed are pressurized antiperspirant compositions comprising (a) a polyol solvent having at least 4 carbon atoms and a hydroxyl group on each of the &agr; and &bgr; carbon atoms of the polyol solvent; (b) solubilized antiperspirant active; (c) dimethylether; (d) a low polarity liquid having a solubility parameter of less than about 8.0, wherein the weight ratio of the dimethylether to low polarity solvent is from about 0.1 to about 2.8 It has been found that these compositions are especially useful in formulating clear or single-phase pressurized antiperspirant compositions that remain stable over prolonged periods and that can be formulated without ethanol or aqueous solvents.

Abstract: A chewing gum composition for controlling malodorous breath when chewed comprising a gum base having present therein a breath freshening amount of a water soluble zinc ion releasing salt and a phosphate salt mixture of alkali metal pyrophosphate and polyphosphate salts at a weight ratio of about 2:1 to 1:3 whereby the presence of the phosphate salt mixture enhances and extends the release of the zinc ion during the period of chewing.

Abstract: Disclosed are stable oral care compositions, preferably confectionery compositions, which provide enhanced oral malodor benefits combined with one or more additional oral care benefits, wherein the compositions comprise:

Abstract: Fingernail and toenail growth and repair are stimulated using an ionic metal-peptide complex. This also improves nail smoothness, strength and esthetic beauty. The peptide-ionic metal complex is comprised of an ionic metal selected from copper (II) or tin (II) and salts thereof, and the peptide component can be a acid, base, enzymatic, bacteria, or yeast hydrolyzate casein, collagen, elastin, meat products, silk protein, soybean protein, or other proteins or a chemically synthesized peptide that binds ionic metals, such as copper (II).

Abstract: Pharmaceutical composition including hydrogen peroxide and at least one other dermatological agent. The pharmaceutical compositions cleanse the dermatological surfaces and facilitate penetration of the at least one other dermatological for the treatment of a dermatological condition. The pharmaceutical compositions are useful in methods of treating, preventing, and managing skin conditions, scalp conditions, hair conditions, and nail conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a gelled cosmetic emulsion comprising an oil phase, an aqueous phase and a gelling system which contains at least one non-siloxane based polyamide in a sufficient amount to gel the emulsion. The polyamide can have an ester, acid, or amine terminal end group. The emulsion is stabilized with an alkylene oxide containing emulsion stabilizer. The emulsions of the present invention are substantially transparent and when colorants are added the color is especially bright and clear. The emulsions are used in lipstick and mascara products as well as other gel and stick products.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for treating hair loss, including arresting and/or reversing hair loss and/or promoting hair growth, in mammals, such as humans, companion animals and livestock, using certain thyromimetic compounds.

Abstract: A system and method for removing contaminants from a surface. The system is designed to use very small particles having means thereon which are capable of selectively binding to a contaminant or contaminants of interest. The particles may contain a dye to render the particles visible in order for a user to observe the application and removal of the particles. The particles also have magnetic properties which may be provided by a high iron content. A carrier can be used to apply the particles to a surface whereupon the targeted contaminants bind to the particles. The particles may then be readily removed from the surface using magnets. When the particle is removed, the targeted contaminants are also removed. The invention is especially useful for the removal of contaminants from skin.

Abstract: The wax composition for styling human hair provides hold, strength and rigidity, includes at least one wax and/or waxy material, and has a density of less than or equal to 0.9 g/ml, after being foamed in a fluid or softened state with a gas, preferably air or a non-reactive gas, such as nitrogen.

Abstract: Cosmetic and/or therapeutic film former compositions for a topical use and for optional delivery of active ingredients to the skin are provided. More particularly, film forming compositions are provided, containing 1 to 50 wt % polyurethane, preferably polyurethane-1; at least 0.01 wt %, but less than 2.0 wt %, cellulose and 0.05 to 5.0 wt % magnesium aluminum silicate; wherein the film forming composition forms a uniform mist when discharged from a spray bottle or pump sprayer. A method for applying a film forming composition to an individual's skin is also provided including spraying the film forming composition onto the skin, wherein the film forming composition contains 1 to 50 wt % polyurethane; at least 0.01 wt %, but less than 2.0 wt %, cellulose and 0.05 to 5.0 wt % magnesium aluminum silicate; and wherein the film forming composition forms a uniform mist when sprayed.

Abstract: A water-soluble home care concentrate is provide which includes a blend of zinc ricinoleate; and at least one alkoxylated amine having the formula R(nAO)sNHt, wherein R is a saturated or unsaturated, linear or branched alkyl containing from 8 to 22 carbon atoms; AO is a C2-C6 alkoxylate; n is the number of moles of AO and is from 1 to 50; s=1, 2 or 3; t=0, 1 or 2; and the sum of s and t is 3. The present invention also relates to diluted formulations that include the inventive water-soluble concentrate and at a least one solvent such as water and/or a carboxylic acid that is capable of solubilizes the concentrated blend into a diluted formulation that contains about 20%, by weight, or greater activated zinc atoms therein which are capable of binding with malodor molecules. The present invention also provides home care formulations that include the inventive diluted formulation and at least one additional formulating agent such as a perfiume, dye, surfactant and the like.

Abstract: A method of treating or preventing tinea cruris, commonly known as Jock Itch, includes applying a polymerizable monomer adhesive composition to an area of skin afflicted with or susceptible to tinea cruris, optionally with at least one of an additional anti-fungal agent or a skin care additive, and allowing the polymerizable monomer composition to polymerize to form a polymer film over the area of skin.

Abstract: A method of treating or preventing oral fungal infection includes applying a polymerizable monomer adhesive composition to an area afflicted with or susceptible to oral fungal infection, optionally with at least one of an additional anti-fungal agent, and allowing the polymerizable monomer composition to polymerize to form a polymer film over the area.

Abstract: A method of treating or preventing skin yeast infections, such as cutaneous candidiasis, includes applying a polymerizable monomer adhesive composition to an area of skin afflicted with or susceptible to a skin yeast infection, optionally with at least one of an additional anti-fungal agent or a skin care additive, and allowing the polymerizable monomer composition to polymerize to form a polymer film over the area of skin.

Abstract: A method of treating or preventing tinea corporis, commonly known as ringworm of the skin, includes applying a polymerizable monomer adhesive composition to an area of skin afflicted with or susceptible to tinea corporis, optionally with at least one of an additional anti-fungal agent or a skin care additive, and allowing the polymerizable monomer composition to polymerize to form a polymer film over the area of skin.

Abstract: The present invention deals with the certain castor polyesters that give high gloss when applied to the skin. Said ester are the reaction of the hydroxyl group of castor oil with less than one equivalent of a fatty acid then in a subsequently step the remainder of an equivalent of a diacid.

Abstract: Provided is a method of treating an area affected by a trauma, such as a corneal wound or internal trauma, comprising administering to the affected area a trauma treating effective amount of a composition comprising a polyanionic polymer.

Abstract: Materials and methods for transferring nucleic acid encoding a polypeptide for treating a disease or disorder into populations of quiescent cells such as haematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), using retroviral packaging cell lines and retroviral particles expressing and displaying a growth factor such as stem cell factor (SCF) on the cell surface or as a fusion with a viral envelope protein. The present invention also relates to compositions comprising the retroviral packaging cell lines and retroviral particles, and their use in methods of medical treatment, in vivo and ex vivo.

Abstract: A ruminant direct fed microbial composition of matter comprising an acidosis inhibiting effective amount of Propionibacterium P-63 is provided. Also disclosed is a process for reducing acidosis in ruminants or scours in swine by administration of the bacterium to the ruminant or swine. The microbial composition may be administered by itself, or combined with animal feed and/or lactic acid producing cultures.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for promoting blood vessel formation in tissues and organs. In particular, the method relates to implantation or attachment of an engineered three-dimensional stromal tissue to promote endothelialization and angiogenesis in the heart and related tissues. The three-dimensional stromal tissue of the present invention may be used in a variety of applications including, but not limited to, promoting repair of and regeneration of damaged cardiac muscle, promoting vascularization and healing during cardiac surgery, promoting blood vessel formation at anastomosis sites, and promoting vascularization and repair of damaged skeletal muscle, smooth muscle or connective tissue.

Abstract: The present invention relates to devices, systems and methods for treating tumors. In particular, the present invention relates to enclosures housing cell-coated supports for promoting regression of tumors, such as cancerous tumors, papillomas, and warts. In preferred embodiments, the present invention provides methods of promoting tumor regression employing enclosures secreting therapeutic proteins.