Abstract: A photocatalyst electrode decomposes water with light to generate gas. The photocatalyst electrode has a laminate including a substrate, a conductive layer provided on a surface of the substrate, and a photocatalyst layer provided on a surface of the conductive layer, and a first co-catalyst electrically connected to the photocatalyst layer. The light is incident from the surface side of the photocatalyst layer of the laminate, and in a case where a region where the light is incident on the surface of the photocatalyst layer and above the surface is defined as a first region and the region other than the first region is defined as a second region, the first co-catalyst is provided at least in the second region. The first co-catalyst and the photocatalyst layer are electrically connected to each other by at least one of a transparent conductive layer provided on the surface of the photocatalyst layer or a wiring line.

Abstract: A photoexcitation material includes: a wurtzite type solid solution crystal containing t gallium, zinc, nitrogen and oxygen, wherein a peak (A) of an existence ratio of nitrogen or oxygen which is a first adjacent atom of the gallium or zinc and a peak (B) of an existence ratio of gallium or zinc which is a second adjacent atom of the gallium or zinc satisfy a relational expression of A>B in a relationship between a distance and the existence ratio of the adjacent atom of the gallium or zinc, the relationship being obtained from an extended X-ray absorption fine structure analysis.

Abstract: The invention relates to a catalyst comprising a support based on alumina or silica or silica-alumina, at least one element of group VIII, at least one element of group VIB and at least one additive selected from ?-valerolactone, 4-hydroxyvaleric acid, 2-pentenoic acid, 3-pentenoic acid or 4-pentenoic acid. The invention also relates to the process for the preparation of said catalyst and the use thereof in a hydrotreatment and/or hydrocracking process.

Abstract: A hydroformylation catalyst having excellent catalytic activity and stability, a composition including the hydroformylation catalyst, and a method of preparing an aldehyde using the hydroformylation catalyst, wherein, when hydroformylation of an olefin compound is performed in the presence of the hydroformylation catalyst to prepare an aldehyde, the normal/iso (n/i) ratio of the prepared aldehyde is lowered, and synthesis gas yield is increased.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for hydrogenating a substrate including a carbon-heteroatom double bond, the process including the step of reacting the substrate with hydrogen gas in the presence of a hydrogenation catalyst, wherein the hydrogenation catalyst is a complex of formula (I): R1-10, A and Hal are as defined in the specification. The present invention also provides processes for the preparation of the complex of formula (I) and intermediates thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ruthenium- or osmium-based complex structures, to the synthesis thereof and their use as catalysts for hydrogenating unsaturated substrates.

Abstract: Semiconductor-Oxides Nanotubes-Based Composite Particles Useful for Dye-Removal and Process Thereof, has been described in this invention, which relates to an innovative method, involving an ion-exchange mechanism operating under the dark-condition in an aqueous solution, for the processing of innovative products consisting of the nanotubes of semiconductor-oxides deposited on (or anchored to or attached to) the surface of flyash particles and metal-oxide (magnetic and non-magnetic) nanoparticles. The resulting micro-nano and nano-nano integrated composite particles find potential application in the removal of an organic synthetic-dye from an aqueous solution and industry effluent via the surface-adsorption process, involving the ion-exchange and electrostatic-attraction mechanisms, operating in the dark-condition.

Abstract: Provided is a cell treatment apparatus that includes: an isolator; a disposal box that includes a storage part; and a decontamination unit, wherein the disposal box includes: a first opening and closing device that is configured to allow the isolator and the storage part to be communicated with each other at the time of disposal of the waste product and allow them to be shut off from each other after the putting-in of the waste product and before the disposal of the same; and a second opening and closing device that is configured to allow the storage part and the outside to be communicated with each other at the time of disposal of the waste product, which has been put into the storage part, and allow them to be shut off from each other after the disposal of the waste product.

Abstract: Aspects of the embodiments are directed to a microfluidic chip that includes a plurality of openings to expose a microfluidic channel. The plurality of openings are within a recessed area of the microfluidics chip, the recess defining a surface onto which a sensor die can be clamped. The surface can include a clamping bump that contacts a membrane of a solid-state chemical sensor. The surface can also include a glue stop that, in some embodiments, can act as a spacer to prevent over-compression of the sensor die as it is clamped onto the microfluidic chip. The microfluidic chip can include a rigid structure, such as a printed circuit board, that is affixed to a top surface of the microfluidic chip. The rigid structure can include contact pads that are electrically connected to sensor electrodes on the sensor die by a wire.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a microfluidic chip for screening anticancer drug resistant cells and a method for inducing or screening anticancer drug resistance using the same. The microfluidic chip of the present invention can induce a continuous concentration gradient between cell culture chambers and can implement the prompt induction and read-out within a week, unlike in existing read-out techniques, and thus, is expected to be able to take a target treatment through more fundament approach, in the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: A test cartridge for evaluating biological fluids can have a sensor flow cell defining a flow path for selectively passing a test fluid or biological fluid across a sensor to evaluate the sensor or the biological fluid. The test cartridge can include a sample port and at least one deformable reservoir, both formed as part of the test cartridge and fluidly connected to the flow path upstream of the sensor. A biological fluid can be manually fed into the flow path through the sample port for evaluation by the sensor. Before the biological fluid is fed through the sample port, the deformable reservoir can be manually ruptured to pass the test fluid contained within the reservoir across the sensor to first evaluate the sensor. In an example, the deformable reservoir can include a first reservoir containing a liquid quality control (LQC) fluid and a second reservoir containing a calibration fluid.

Abstract: A reagent manager for a diagnostic analyzer system includes a reagent manager housing, a high-speed reagent bottle spinning device, a processor, and a memory. The reagent manager housing is for housing reagent bottles. The high-speed reagent bottle spinning device is disposed within the reagent manager housing for spinning at least one of the reagent bottles. The processor is in electronic communication with the high-speed reagent bottle spinning device. The memory is in electronic communication with the processor. The memory includes programming code for execution by the processor. The programming code is configured to spin the high-speed reagent bottle spinning device to spin the at least one reagent bottle to remove microparticles from a bottom surface of a septum of the at least one reagent bottle.

Abstract: A receptacle for minimizing evaporation of a fluid includes a single-piece body, a fluid-tight seal, a penetrable septum, and a lid coupled to the body. The body includes a first chamber having a first opening. The fluid-tight seal is affixed to a surface of the body that defines the first opening. The fluid-tight seal covers the first opening and is frangible. The septum covers the first opening and the fluid-tight seal. The lid has an opening axially aligned with the first opening. The septum comprises slits forming flaps The first chamber can be the only chamber containing a fluid, or the single-piece body may also include another chamber containing the fluid. The other chamber can be in fluid communication with the first chamber via a conduit. The fluid-tight seal can also cover the opening of the second chamber.

Abstract: An insert for a liquid-holding container may include a body comprising a wall, open first and second ends, and a lumen extending from the open first end to the open second end. The insert also may include a plurality of first openings formed in the wall, the first openings being situated between the first and second ends, and each of the first openings defining an area, and one or more second openings formed in the wall, the one or more second openings being situated between the first and second ends, each of the one or more second openings defining an area that is greater than the area defined by any of the first openings, where at least one of the one or more second openings is situated closer to the first end than any of the first openings, and wherein each of the first and second openings is sized to permit the passage of a liquid.

Abstract: A vessel carrier for use in an automated laboratory system is disclosed. The vessel carrier comprises an upper side, a bottom side, and a middle body portion between the upper side and the bottom side. The upper side comprises openings for introducing vessels. The middle body portion comprises vessel holding positions comprising walls for holding a vessels and extending in correspondence to the openings on the upper side into the middle body portion. The vessel carrier further comprises a two-component structure comprising a core component made of electrically conductive material. The core component comprises part of the bottom side and the walls of the vessel holding positions. The vessel carrier further comprises a cover component covering part of the core component and is made of a material that is different or has different properties with respect to the material of the core component and is customizable for identification and/or handling.

Abstract: The invention relates to a holding apparatus (100) for sample carriers (200) for use in cryomicroscopy, encompassing: a body having at least one sample carrier receptacle that comprises at least one sample carrier support surface against which at least one sample carrier (200) is abuttable; at least one first sample carrier holding means (121); and at least one second sample carrier holding means (131) that is configured to impinge upon the sample carrier (200) with force against the first sample carrier holding means (121); and to an arrangement having a manipulation container and such a holding apparatus (100), and to methods for introducing and withdrawing a sample carrier (200).

Abstract: A jaw crusher, a mineral material processing plant and a method for processing mineral material. The jaw crusher includes a fixed jaw and a movable jaw for forming a crushing chamber therebetween which is open at the top. The fixed jaw includes a first wear part mounted thereto and the movable jaw includes a pitman and a second wear part mounted thereto. The pitman is rotatably mounted to a first eccentric shaft. The pitman is further rotatably mounted to second eccentric shaft configured to guide the stroke of the movable jaw to create a movement pattern with a substantially linear crushing stroke, wherein the eccentricity of the second eccentric shaft is larger than that of the first eccentric shaft.

Abstract: An impact crusher hammer comprises a hammer shaft sleeve sleeved and mounted on a roll shaft of the impact crusher using a shaft hole. A cubic hammer body is connected above the hammer shaft sleeve through a journal. Both the front working surface and the top working surface of the hammer body are provided with two kinds of different sized elliptic cylindrical hard alloys that are evenly alternated. The elliptic cylindrical hard alloys are deeply embedded into and firmly welded with corresponding deep holes opened on the front working surface and the top working surface of the hammer body; a large area of hard welding rods is welded on two side surfaces of the hammer body corresponding to the front working surface and the top working surface of the hammer body.

Abstract: A device for the comminution of moisture-containing materials includes a housing that forms an impact chamber having a rotating striking means driven therein via a shaft. The housing includes a bottom plate, a cover, a wall connecting the bottom plate and the cover, an inlet opening and an outlet opening. A tub including at least one layer of plastic is arranged at least along the bottom plate. A wear plate is arranged on an other side of the layer of plastic. Objects of the invention include increasing the wear resistance of the device, realizing self-cleaning effects and enabling simple and safe cleaning, in particular, at a standstill.

Abstract: A discharging device for mills, comprising: a conduit (10), structured so as to be connected to a discharge opening (3) of a mill (1); a bend (11) disposed along the conduit (10), which defines a curve of the conduit (10); a regulating device (12) associated to the bend (11) and predisposed for varying the position of the bend (11) so as to vary at least a height thereof.

Abstract: A no weld replaceable cutting tooth holder system facilitates replacement of cutting teeth on a cutting disc with improved durability, balance, and resistance to connection defects. The system includes a cutting disc and a holder having a connector and a socket. The holder is secured to the cutting disc without welding. The socket is configured for securement of a cutting tooth onto the cutting disc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a high speed shatterproof contamination proof refrigerated centrifuge for cell extraction, comprising a housing, a central console disposed inside a chamber of the housing, a refrigerating mechanism disposed inside the housing, a separation mechanism, a pair of roll wheels disposed at a bottom of the housing and a shatterproof recollection device; a ring shaped working sink for installing the separation mechanism is disposed at a top wall of the housing; a ventilation hole and a control panel is disposed at two sides of the housing respectively; the separation mechanism comprises a centrifuge rotor disposed inside the ring shaped working sink and a rotational motor for driving the centrifuge rotor.

Abstract: A plate separator for separating a substance from a substance mixture, with a separator device and an electric motor for rotary driving of the separator device. The separator device is coupled to the electric motor in a rotationally fixed manner. The electric motor is configured as an external rotor and has an inner-lying stator and an outer-lying rotor in the radial direction with respect to an axis of rotation. The separator device is fastened to the rotor and extends outward from the rotor in the radial direction. The stator is arranged, as viewed in the axial direction with respect to the axis of rotation, at least partially overlapping with the separator device.

Abstract: A separator for the centrifugal processing of a free-flowing product includes a rotatable drum with a vertical rotation axis. The rotatable drum has a centrifuging chamber and a maximum radial diameter. An annular cover is placed onto an upper end of the drum and is configured as a part that does not rotate with the drum during operation. At least one sealing arrangement with two sealing rings is arranged between the drum and the annular cover. A leakage chamber having an outlet is formed between the two sealing rings of the at least one sealing arrangement. A splash ring, which is fastened to the drum for rotation therewith, is arranged in the leakage chamber.

Abstract: Filtration systems having a tangential air cleaner having a coiled media filter element and a cyclonic pre-cleaner are described. An outer wall of the filter element acts as a pre-cleaner sleeve of the housing to generate a cyclonic flow of the intake air prior to the intake air being filtered by the filter element. The housing cover includes geometry that redirects the cyclonic flow from a tangential path to an axial, straight-through flow directed through an inlet flow face of the filter element. Various embodiments of such filtration systems offer increased filter performance and capacity compared to similarly sized cylindrical pleated filter elements having a radial flow filtering path.

Abstract: A method for forming substantially consistently-sized and substantially controllably-timed droplets is disclosed. An opening is provided through which a protrusion passes. The protrusion ends at a tip below the opening. A process liquid is provided to the opening at a controlled flow rate. The process liquid passes through the opening and flows along the protrusion, forming a droplet of the process liquid on the tip that reaches a substantially consistent droplet size and falls. The process liquid continues to pass through the opening at an even time interval based on the flow rate. In this manner, substantially consistently-sized and substantially controllably-timed droplets are formed.

Abstract: A showerhead structure contains: a water supply disc, a water guiding disc, a covering casing, and a decoration cover. The water supply disc includes multiple through orifices. The water guiding disc contacts with a second face of the water supply disc and includes multiple spray protrusion inserted into the multiple through orifices respectively, each spray protrusion has a peripheral trench extending out of a first face of the water supply disc, and a retaining space is defined outside the water supply disc. The covering casing is covered on the second face so as to clamp the water guiding disc between the covering casing and the water supply disc and includes a body and multiple locking holes. Each locking hole retains in the retaining space of the peripheral trench of each spray protrusion of the water guiding disc extending out of the first face of the water supply disc.

Abstract: A microfluidic delivery device and method of dispensing a fluid composition therefrom is provided. The microfluidic delivery device includes a housing electrically connectable with a power source; a cartridge releasably connectable with the housing; and a fan connected with the housing. The cartridge has a reservoir for containing a fluid composition and microfluidic die in fluid communication with the reservoir. The die is configured such that substantially all of the fluid composition exits the microfluidic die in a horizontal direction or downward direction relative to horizontal. The fan is configured to generate air flow that converges with and redirects the fluid composition dispensed from the microfluidic die in an upward direction relative to horizontal.

Abstract: A cartridge that is releasably connectable with a housing of a microfluidic delivery device is provided. The cartridge has a reservoir for containing a fluid composition and a microfluidic die in fluid communication with the reservoir. The microfluidic die is configured to dispense substantially all of the fluid composition in a horizontal direction or downward direction relative to horizontal. The cartridge also includes an air flow channel disposed below the reservoir. The air flow channel extends from a fan to an air outlet. The air flow channel comprises a first region disposed adjacent to a fan, a second region disposed adjacent to the air outlet, and a third region joining the first and second regions. At least the second region is angled upward to the air outlet, relative to horizontal.

Abstract: A cartridge configured to be releasably connectable with a housing is provided. The cartridge has a reservoir for containing a fluid composition. The reservoir includes a top surface, a bottom surface vertically opposing the top surface, and a sidewall that joins the top and bottom surfaces. The reservoir also includes a sponge disposed within the reservoir and a microfluidic die disposed adjacent to the sidewall. The fluid composition is gravity fed from the reservoir to the microfluidic die. The microfluidic die is configured to dispense the fluid composition in an upward dispensing direction in opposition to the force of gravity. The microfluidic die may be disposed at an acute angle from the interior of the cartridge and relative to the bottom surface of the reservoir.

Abstract: A microfluidic delivery device is provided. The microfluidic delivery device includes a housing electrically connectable with a power source. A cartridge is releasably connectable with the housing. The cartridge has a reservoir for containing a fluid composition and microfluidic die in fluid communication with the reservoir. The microfluidic die is configured to dispense substantially all of the fluid composition in an upward direction relative to horizontal. The microfluidic delivery device also includes a fan that is connected with the housing. The fan is configured to generate air flow that converges with and redirects the fluid composition dispensed from the microfluidic die in a first direction to a second direction that is different from the first direction.

Abstract: A spray nozzle assembly having a nozzle body and a downstream air cap. The air cap has a central opening through which liquid is directed and a plurality of circumferentially spaced air passages oriented at a compound angle to the central flow axis of the air cap opening for directing pressurized air flow streams that interact with discharging liquid for atomizing the liquid while imparting a tangential direction to the atomized liquid for enhanced atomization and a swirling movement into a full cone spray pattern. The air cap may have an integrally formed spray tip or a separate spray tip may be associated with the nozzle body. The air cap may be formed with a downstream conical recess into which liquid and air streams are directed, or alternatively, be designed for atomizing liquid internally within the air cap.

Abstract: A cosmetic container having a hiding/revealing pump outlet wherein an inner container is embedded in a cylindrical outer container includes a first coupling body, which has a pump installation hole formed to deviate towards one side, is fixed/coupled to the upper portion of the inner container; a second coupling body, which has a pump penetration hole formed to deviate towards one side, is fixed/coupled to the upper portion of the first coupling body; a pump installed so as to penetrate the pump penetration hole of the second coupling body and the pump installation hole of the first coupling body; a pressing member configured to be exposed to the upper portion of the pump penetration hole of the second coupling body; and a cap rotatably coupled to the upper portion of the second coupling body.

Abstract: A container for fluid products, particularly pharmaceutical, cosmetic, medical products or the like includes an hollow body divided into: a first tank containing a first fluid substance and communicating with a first dispensing hole of the first fluid substance; a second tank containing a second fluid substance and communicating with a second dispensing hole of the second fluid substance; a neck associated with the hollow body and on which are formed the first dispensing hole and the second dispensing hole; a selector element associated with the neck by interposition of rotation means able to rotate the selector element around an axis of rotation, and the selector element includes an outlet channel able to dispense selectively, due to the rotation of the selector element, the first fluid substance or the second fluid substance.

Abstract: Various embodiments provide a bicycle hydration and misting system or apparatus. Example embodiments include a manual (e.g., trigger-activated) or automated (e.g., valve-activated) system that is self-contained, small, and light-weight. Various embodiments improve safety, allow convenient interchangeability of the fluid reservoir, and enable easy installation on a bicycle with or without a mounting system on the bicycle itself. Embodiments also allow the rider to select a variety of spray types, stream, spray, or mist depending on the intended use or amount of fluid desired for each release. The various embodiments provide for an improved cooling fluid delivery system of design simplicity, ease of use, and interchangeability that allows a cyclist an evaporative cooling concept safely, efficiently and conveniently, while riding in conditions of elevated or extreme temperatures.

Abstract: A bottle closure includes a drink spout, pump mechanism, trigger mechanism and lock mechanism. The trigger mechanism is moveable between a first trigger position and a second trigger position. The lock mechanism is engageable with the trigger mechanism and movable between an engaged position and a disengaged position. The lock mechanism is adapted to engage the trigger mechanism when the lock mechanism is in the engaged position and thereby prevent the trigger mechanism from moving from the first trigger position to the second trigger position. The lock mechanism is further adapted to permit the trigger mechanism to move from the first trigger position to the second trigger position when the lock mechanism is in the disengaged position.

Abstract: A trigger assembly can be used to activate a motor controller to cause a motorized device to respond in a certain manner. For example, when the motorized device is a power tool, based on a number of pulls of the trigger, the motor controller can run the power tool in a forward direction or a reverse direction. A power tool running in the forward direction can receive a tap of the trigger. A timer can be started upon detecting the pull of the trigger. Another tap of the trigger can be detected within a time period determined based on the timer. The power tool can be forced to perform a reverse operation when the other tap f the trigger is within the time period.

Abstract: A nebuliser cup for maintaining a safe level of liquid during nebulization, the cup comprising a liquid level sensor comprising: a first element sensing liquid at or below a position corresponding to a filled liquid level in the nebuliser cup; a second element electrically isolated from the first element and located at a position corresponding to a filled liquid level in the nebuliser cup; and wherein when the cup is not filled with a liquid to the filled liquid level, the first element, the liquid and the second element do not form an electrically coupled circuit; and when the cup is filled with a liquid to the filled to liquid level, the first element, the liquid and the second element together form an electrically coupled circuit.

Abstract: A filter for industrial coating filtration systems. The filter has a housing made up of a peripheral wall extending around the periphery. The housing is preferably made of a suitably rigid material. A preferably rigid support backing is mounted within the housing. The support backing has a planar configuration with openings formed through it so that gas can flow through without substantial resistance. The preferably planar sheet of which the support backing is made is pleated. The pleated support backing defines a series of panels, each of which is angled to a next adjacent panel. Filtration media is mounted to the support backing, end caps are attached to the ends of the support backing to maintain the pleated configuration, and the assembly is inserted into the housing, which can have end flaps to seal using tape or adhesive.

Abstract: An apparatus for manufacturing a display apparatus includes a deposition source, a nozzle head, a substrate fixer, and a deposition preventer. The deposition source is outside the chamber and vaporizes or sublimates a deposition material. The nozzle head is in the chamber, is connected to the at least one deposition source, and simultaneously sprays the deposition material onto an entire surface of a display substrate. The substrate fixer is connected to the chamber and moves linearly, with the display apparatus is mounted on the substrate fixer. The deposition preventer is in the chamber surrounding an edge portion of the nozzle head and an edge portion of the substrate fixer. The deposition preventer is heated during a deposition process.

Abstract: A pump system (100) including an overtube adapter (140) and an overtube (150) attached to the overtube adapter (140), the overtube (150) capable of being selectively attached to the overtube adapter (140) to provide different overtube (150) aesthetics for pump systems and fragrance products.

Abstract: A method is used to identify and compensate for errors created by changes in the relative positions of a deposition unit and a vision system of a dispenser. The method includes calibrating the vision system, dispensing a pattern of features over a working area, moving the vision system over a deposition location to locate a deposition, obtaining an image of the deposition, tagging data associated with the image, calculating a relative distance between the deposition unit and the vision system, storing correction data with spatial location in a file for later use, and using the stored data to make small corrections prior to dispensing additional material.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to surface treating a substrate, spraying precursor onto the substrate using supercritical carrier fluid, and post-treating the substrate sprayed with the precursor to form a layer with nanometer thickness of material on the substrate. A spraying assembly for spraying the precursor includes one or more spraying modules and one or more radical injectors at one or more sides of the spraying module. A differential spread mechanism is provided between the spraying module and the radical injectors to inject spread gas that isolates the sprayed precursor and radicals generated by the radical injectors. As relative movement between the substrate and the spraying assembly is made, portions of the substrate is exposed to first radicals, sprayed with precursors either one of the spraying modules or both spraying modules using supercritical carrier fluid, and then exposed to second radicals again.

Abstract: An object surface treatment system facilitates the treatment of articles of manufacture before they are printed. The system includes a chamber having walls and a lid configured to close the chamber, a flexible member mounted to the lid of the chamber, a vacuum source operatively connected to an interior volume of the chamber, and a plurality of actuators. A controller is configured to operate the actuators and vacuum source to move the applicator to apply a chemical to the flexible member, move the lid to close the chamber, produce a vacuum within the chamber and move a portion of the surface of the flexible member into engagement with a surface of an object within the chamber, cease operation of the vacuum source to enable the flexible member to return to a position adjacent the lid, and remove the lid from the chamber for removal of the object from the chamber.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method which has applications in the furniture and component industry. In particular, planar workpieces are coated in order to adapt their exteriors to the wishes of individual customers. A curable substance is applied and a three-dimensional structure is thus produced, at least partially in the region of the narrow side surface layer.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a portable ultrasonic transducer structure for cleaning. The transducer structure includes a front end cap for ultrasonic wave emission, a rear front end cap connected to the front end cap, at least one piezoelectric ceramic received in the rear front end cap and a waterproof cap surrounding the rear front end cap. The front end cap for ultrasonic wave emission has a double “U” symmetrical structure in a cross section view along an axial direction.

Abstract: A transducer assembly operable to transmit ultrasonic energy in a desired direction towards a zone adapted to be acoustically coupled to an object or area of interest, the assembly comprising: a transducer layer; a backing material disposed behind said transduction material with respect to the desired direction; a back-matching layer disposed between the transducer layer and the backing material to reflect towards said transducer layer part of the ultrasonic energy directed from the transducer layer to the backing material. The backing layer has an acoustic impedance higher than the acoustic impedance of the back-matching layer, the back-matching material has an impedance less that the impedance of the transducer layer and the transducer layer has a thickness greater than a ¼ of the wavelength of the ultrasound waves the assembly is configured to generate. A process for manufacturing a transducer assembly is also disclosed.

Abstract: An ultrasonic probe includes: an acoustic element that generates an ultrasonic wave and detects the ultrasonic wave; a support that supports the acoustic element on a side opposite to a test object side; and a heat dissipation material disposed on a side of the support opposite to the acoustic element, wherein an attenuation/thermal conduction material made of an attenuating material containing a thermally conductive material is disposed in contact with the heat dissipation material.

Abstract: A grizzly screen member assembly with a replaceable tip end. The grizzly screen member assembly comprises an elongate base member and a replaceable tip member coupled removably coupled to the replaceable tip member. The elongate base member may be coupled to a panel and assembled into a grizzly feeder system or coupled to the grizzly feeder system itself.

Abstract: A cleaning system for a toilet plunger includes an open/close shell assembly, an open/close actuating assembly, a cleaner dispersing assembly, a cleaner pump assembly, and a cleaner reservoir assembly, configured for providing a two-stage sequential operation to close the shell assembly upon resting the plunger on a plunger support and then to spray a cleaner onto the plunger upon applying an addition force to the plunger. The shell assembly is reconfigurable between open and closed positions by operation of the actuating assembly such that, upon placing the plunger on the plunger support, the weight of the plunger activates the actuating assembly to move the shell assembly to the closed position. And then applying the additional force to the plunger activates the cleaner pump assembly to deliver the cleaner from the cleaner reservoir assembly to the cleaner dispersing assembly and onto the plunger in the closed shell assembly.