Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe feed compositions and feed additive compositions for aquaculture species comprising one or more essential oils, one or more extracts, one or more emulsifiers, one or more carriers, and optionally one or more lactate compounds. Embodiments of the present disclosure further describe methods of administering said compositions, methods of preparing compositions, and the like.

Abstract: According to one or exemplary embodiments, there is provided a Gas Infusion Module that is a compact, inexpensive, adjustable, and easy to clean apparatus for infusing a beverage, such as coffee or tea, with a gas. The Gas Infusion Module controls the mixing of the gas with a liquid beverage in a homogenization element. To achieve an enhanced homogenization of gas and liquid, first the Gas Infusion Module regulates the pressure of gas that will enter the homogenization element and mix with the liquid. Additionally, the liquid and gas mixture passes through an outlet check valve which forces greater homogenization of the aerated fluid before it is dispensed for consumption.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a drawer assembly and a refrigerating and freezing device with the drawer assembly. The drawer assembly comprises a cartridge defined a drawing space and a modified atmosphere film assembly, an accommodating cavity is defined in a top wall of the cartridge, the accommodating cavity is communicated with the drawer space; the modified atmosphere film assembly is mounted in the accommodating cavity, and the modified atmosphere film assembly is provided with a modified atmosphere film and an oxygen-enriched gas collecting cavity, so that when the pressure of the oxygen-enriched gas collecting cavity is less than the pressure of the accommodating cavity, oxygen in air of the accommodating cavity penetrates the modified atmosphere film to the oxygen-enriched gas collecting cavity, so as to obtain a gas atmosphere with rich nitrogen and lean oxygen, facilitating for fresh keeping of foods.

Abstract: Particulate material is cooled by passing into the material a coolant stream of liquid nitrogen having a gaseous product around at least a portion of the liquid nitrogen, wherein the coolant stream is formed outside the particulate material in a nozzle body from which the coolant stream is passed into the particulate material.

Abstract: A food dehydration device which can dry comestibles as well as other items utilizing electric and/or solar power. Drying trays may be disposed vertically or horizontally. Units may be stacked vertically to expand capacity. For food storage, drying trays may fit into standard zip plastic bags, without need of unloading. Drying trays may be sized similar to standard dinner plates to fit more easily into dishwashers, over countertop cabinets. Variable venting resists rain and other liquids from the drying cavity. A hand-operated pusher device may be used to impale foods onto posts to load the drying trays. Trays may include orthogonal posts to impale and/or open-air suspend on the tips of posts, articles being dried, such as fruit rollup trays, yogurt cups, herbs, seeds, or nuts. Embodiments may be stored on their side to reduce storage shelf height requirements suitably including nonstick coating.

Abstract: There is provided a food item capable of maintaining the good crispy texture of the caramelized portion for a long period of time. A surface-baked food item is characterized by including a first food item, and a second food item containing fat and oil, wherein part or all of the surface of the second food item is coated with a heated product of sugar. Furthermore, the second food item is preferably at least one type or two types or more food items selected from the food item group consisting of chocolates and fats and oils.

Abstract: A method for modulating the flavor profile of a food by processing the food in the presence of one or more molecular sieves such as zeolites, activated carbon, molecular imprinted polymers or clay-based materials is described.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide processes or methods of forming a sugar by exposing a starting mixture of ingredients including water, sucrose and inositol to a heat source until the ingredients in the mixture are evenly distributed in a product mixture. The product mixture is subsequently removed from the heat source, cooled and hardened. The hardened product mixture is crushed and pulverized to form a modified sugar with a glycemic index that is lower than at least one of the ingredients of the starting mixture of ingredients.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a processing apparatus to melt animal fat, in which an animal raw fat material is transported by a means, preferably a pump, through a microwave chamber and thereby heated. The present invention further relates to a method to heat animal raw fat material with radio-frequency waves.

Abstract: The present invention provides a jelly containing pyrroloquinoline quinone and/or a salt thereof, a non-reducing sugar and a gelling agent.

Abstract: The present invention primarily relates to the use of 5-bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-enyl-acetate as fragrance and/or flavouring substance. The invention further relates to new fragrance and/or flavour substance compositions comprising 5-bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-enyl-acetate and their use, perfumed and/or flavoured articles comprising 5-bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-enyl-acetate and various methods for imparting, modifying and/or enhancing certain olfactory and/or taste notes.

Abstract: A plant press including a container having a cavity for receiving a plant and a plunger disposed within the cavity of the container. The plunger being translatable in a direction transverse to a longitudinal axis of the cavity and adapted to create a shearing force.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement composition is provided including an extract derived from common white kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), Capsicum extract of the fruit of the Capsicum frutescens strain and Cinnamon extract of the bark of the Cinnamonium cassia strain. The nutritional supplement is in the form of a compound known as CLARIGEST™.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a nutritional supplement composition is provided. The nutritional supplement composition is provided including a dong quai extract derived from the root of the angelica sinensis strain, astragalus extract from the astragalus membranaceus.strain and fenugreek extract from the trigonella foenum-graecum strain. The nutritional supplement is in the form of a compound known as ESTRONETICS™.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a nutritional supplement composition is provided. The nutritional supplement composition is provided a combination of 100 mg of chrysanthemum extract from the chrysanthemum indica strain, 40 mg of acerola cherry extract from the malpighia glabra strain and 40 mg noni extract from the morinda citrifolia strain. The nutritional supplement is in the form of a compound known as LINEXUS™.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a nutritional supplement composition is provided. The nutritional supplement composition is provided including a combination of 45 mg of flaxseed extract from the Linum usitatissimum strain, 25 mg of garlic extract Allium sativum strain and 40 mg shitake extract from the Lentinus edodes strain. The nutritional supplement is in the form of a compound known as SUCRALEZ™.

Abstract: Plant-based inhibitors of MMP-9 that also function as PPAR-? agonists, and the use of such plant-based inhibitors/agonists in modulating metabolic disorders is disclosed. The plant-based inhibitor/agonist is at least an extract obtained from the genus Anacardium.

Abstract: This invention discloses a nutritional composition of matter that effectively reduces and stabilize glucose levels in the blood of mammals by deliberately inducing ketosis. The compositions comprise, Sodium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate, Potassium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate, Magnesium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate, Calcium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate, Ketone Esters, Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT) with at least one or more from L-Leucine, L-Lysine, L-isoleucine, Caffeine, Yohimbine, Yohimbe, Berberine and Creatine or its derivatives (such as creatine salt, and Creatyl-L-leucine).

Abstract: A feeding regimen for an infant which includes (a) providing a first composition comprising a fat or lipid; a protein source, wherein the protein source has from about 72% to about 90% whey and from about 10% to about 28% casein; a prebiotic composition; and at least about 72 IU/100 kcal of vitamin D, (b) instructing that the first composition is to be fed to an infant from birth through 4 months of age; (c) providing a second composition, the second composition comprising: a fat or lipid; a protein source, wherein the protein source has from about 50% to about 70% whey and from about 30% to about 50% casein; a prebiotic composition; and no greater than 70 IU/100 kcal of vitamin D; and (d) instructing that the second composition is to be fed to an infant starting at 4 months of age.

Abstract: A process for preparing a hay-based material for feeding a horse is provided. The process comprises chopping/blending together hay and a binding agent or dust-trapping agent. A machine for conducting the process of the invention is also provided. The hay-based material of the invention may be used to feed horses to improve their general health, particularly horses with severe asthma.

Abstract: A shell form and a method of using the shell form requires a wire form and a wire clip, a tortilla placed therebetween during the time that the tortilla is cooked in hot oil forming a taco shell.

Abstract: A method for producing a cheese spiral by supplying a cheese paste, extruding the cheese paste, so as to form a cheese string, and winding of the cheese string upon itself, so as to form the cheese spiral, and a winding device for such a production.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods for testing a heat-not-burn tobacco product. A heater carrier may be movable with respect to a tobacco product placement region and configured to heat a first end of a tobacco product located in the tobacco product placement region. A puffing simulator is configured to fluidically couple to a second end of the tobacco product. The puffing simulator is configured to draw air through the tobacco product thereby simulating a puff of the tobacco product. A thermocouple placement right is configured to selectively position one or more thermocouples in or along the tobacco product. A drill is configured to selectively drill one or more holes at positions within the tobacco product. The thermocouple(s) are positioned on or within the tobacco product and generate data corresponding to detected temperatures of the tobacco product as the puffing simulator simulates one or more puffs.

Abstract: A vaporisable material for use in a vapour-generating device comprising tobacco having a moisture content of from about 3 to 5 wt %, and further comprising a humectant in an amount of at least 20 wt % is disclosed. The invention also relates to use of the vaporisable material in a vapour-generating device, and to a sealed package containing the vaporisable material and a device containing the sealed package of vaporisable material.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein include a method of making a tobacco extract comprising; (a) contacting tobacco with an extraction solvent such that tobacco components are extracted from the tobacco into the solvent, wherein the extraction solvent comprises a supercritical fluid; (b) separating residual tobacco solids from the extraction solvent containing tobacco components; (c) providing an entrapment solvent in a vessel, exposing the extraction solvent containing tobacco components to conditions in that vessel, wherein the conditions in the vessel are such that the extraction solvent is subcritical, thereby releasing the tobacco components from the extraction solvent, and wherein the entrapment solvent dissolves the tobacco components released from the extraction solvent.

Abstract: An enclosed cannabis cigarette preparation system that includes an indexing module configured to accept a plurality of pre-rolled cones, each having a sealed end and an open end, and to move the pre-rolled cones through a plurality of stations. The system further includes a filling module configured to dispense, at a first station, a portion of cannabis shake material into the open end of each of the pre-rolled cones to form loosely filled cones; a tamping module configured to compress, at a second station, the cannabis shake material in each of the loosely filled cones to form tamped cones; a de-clogging module; and a pinching module configured to pinch-twist, at a third station, the open end of each of the pre-rolled cones to form rolled cigarettes.

Abstract: The present simulated smoking device may be used to produce vapor from a vapor-producing material for inhalation. The device may include a heating module with a first portion adapted to contain a first material, which is a vapor-producing material that produces vapor in response to heat, and a second portion that includes a heat-producing material capable of undergoing an exothermic chemical reaction, thereby transferring heat to the first portion. The device may include a first channel through which air may enter the first portion, a second channel through which vapor may exit the first portion, and an aperture or mouthpiece through which a user may inhale the vapor.

Abstract: Aspects of the instant disclosure relate to electronic cigarettes with two or more liquid reservoirs with liquid solutions for vaporization by an atomizer.

Abstract: A non-combustible smoking article and method of use thereof may be provided. The non-combustible smoking article may include a composite filter forming an elongated, cylindrical rod. The composite filter may further include a cavity having a nicotine source; an aerosol-forming substrate proximate the nicotine source; and at least one capsule filled with an additive for modifying a characteristic of inhalable vapor. An internal heater may be inserted into at least the nicotine-containing cavity of the composite filter. A peripheral heating source may also be disposed along an exterior length of the composite filter. The internal heater and the peripheral heating source may be activated to heat at least a portion of the composite filter, wherein the heat generates inhalable vapor to be drawn and inhaled by a consumer.

Abstract: A heating assembly, an atomizer and an electronic atomizing device are disclosed. The heating assembly includes a chassis and a heating component. The chassis may include a first wall having a top surface and a bottom surface opposite to the top surface, the first wall defining an air vent extending through the bottom surface, an air entering plate being connected with the first wall and covering the air vent, the air entering plate defining at least one air entering hole communicating with the installation space and the air vent, wherein the first wall and the second wall define the installation space. A heating component may be disposed in the installation space, a length of the at least one air vent is greater than that of the air entering hole in a direction from the bottom surface to the top surface.

Abstract: A case attachment for an electronic cigarette includes an outer housing, a detent housing slidably disposed within the outer housing and movable between a compressed position and an extended position, and a pin. A first portion of the pin is rotatably and partially supported within the outer housing and a second portion translatably and partially supported within the detent housing. The pin is movable from a first position to a second position. The biasing member is interposed between the outer housing and an end surface of the detent housing and is configured to bias the detent housing in a direction away from the end surface. The pin is configured to selectively retain the detent housing in the compressed position when in the first position and selectively retain the detent housing in the extended position when in the second position.

Abstract: A device for heating a vapour forming substance includes a compartment for receiving a vapour forming substance. The compartment is divided into plural regions. A heater is provided for heating a vapour forming substance in the compartment in use to generate vapour therefrom. The device further includes means for controlling the heater such that a region adjacent to the heater can be selectively heated and so that vapour from that selectively heated region passes out from the device during operation of the heater. The heater extends in the longitudinal direction of the compartment.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette, an atomizer device thereof and a method for assembling the atomizer device are provided. The atomizer device comprises an atomizer assembly (14) having an atomizer base (141), a heating member (142), and a liquid transport member (143). The atomizer base (141) includes a tubular body (1412) having an inserting end (1413); and a side wall of the tubular body (1412) defines at least one slot (1414) extending along a longitudinal direction and communicating with an end surface of the inserting end (1413). The heating member (142) is tubular and arranged in the tubular body (1412), and an air flowing channel is defined inside the heating member (142). The liquid transport member (143) comprises a tubular liquid transport body (1431) and at least one couple of connecting portions (1432) connected together in a circumferential direction of the liquid transport body (1431).

Abstract: An atomizer includes a top cover, a bottom seat, and an atomizing assembly mounted between the top cover and the bottom seat. The top cover includes a mouthpiece and a liquid injection member mounted on one end of the mouthpiece. The atomizing assembly includes a first pressing ring and a fixing member fixed on one end of the first pressing ring. The fixing member is sleeved on the liquid injection member, and the liquid injection member is able to move along an axial direction of the atomizer, to cause the liquid injection member separating apart from the first pressing ring for adding cigarette liquid. An aerosol generating apparatus with the atomizer is also provided.

Abstract: The cartridge includes a housing and a reservoir configured to contain a pre-vapor formulation. A first tube extends longitudinally within the housing, the first tube at least partially defining an air passage. A vapor generator is in communication with a first portion of the air passage, where the vapor generator is configured to communicate the pre-vapor formulation from the reservoir to the first portion and at least partially vaporize the pre-vapor formulation. A first air inlet is defined by the cartridge, where the first air inlet is in communication with a second portion of the air passage, the second portion being upstream of the vapor generator. A dilution air passage is defined by the cartridge, where a discharge end of the dilution air passage intersect a third portion of the air passage that is downstream of the vapor generator. The method makes the cartridge. The e-vaping device includes the cartridge.

Abstract: A collar stay and garment arrangement has an inner collar for laying around at least part of the neck of a wearer, and an outer fold-over collar with a point and for covering at least part of the inner collar, the collar stay having a first long portion for engagement an inner surface of the outer collar and for extending toward the point, and a second short portion for engaging an outer surface of the inner collar. A curved or connecting portion of the stay connects the first and second portions to each other and a bend in the first portion sets an angular position between the first and second portions that set an angular position between the inner collar and the outer collar point, as well as setting a relative position of the inner and outer collars with respect to each other.

Abstract: A padded compression garment consisting at least of underwear with a gusset (5) between the leg portions, a plurality of interconnected compressing components, and pockets (10) to receive padded inserts (7). This apparatus may be, in other embodiments, the foundation of a pair of leggings, pantyhose, or knee-length shorts; a slip or half-slip; and a compression bodysuit (regardless of sleeve length), all of which may be worn as undergarments or outer garments. The garment consists of two internally located lateral pockets (10), one on each side, that extend from the front outer leg, directly to the back outer leg. Two lateral openings exist at the waistband (3) for the pockets to receive padded inserts (7). Each insert is specifically designed to allow for the raised portion (7a.) of the padding to lay inward against the wearer's hip, while the flattened side (7b.) positions outward against the garment.

Abstract: A torso garment, such as a brassiere or brief, includes a body formed of inner and outer layers, the body including at least one torso band extending from a portion of the body, where the inner and outer layers overlap along a fold line of the torso garment. The torso garment includes an elastomeric band positioned between the inner and outer layers proximate the fold line.

Abstract: A patient garment. The patient garment includes an upper garment having a front panel opposite a rear panel. An opening is disposed through the upper garment between the front panel and the rear panel, wherein the opening receives a head of the wearer therethrough. The rear panel is divided into a pair of rear panel segments by a central divider. A first and second plurality of fasteners are disposed on opposing lateral sides of the front and rear panels, respectively. The first plurality of fasteners and the second plurality of fasteners are complementary and removably secure the front panel to the rear panel. A third plurality of fasteners secure the rear panel segments together. A lower garment includes a pair of legs opposite an open upper end. A cutout is disposed through a rear portion of the lower garment between the open upper end and the pair of legs.

Abstract: A woman's bottom garment provides a concealed accessible opening for elimination. A relief area may be positioned primarily on the back side of the garment while the wearer is in a standing posture, and may shift forward sufficiently when the wearer sits or squats so as to allow elimination when the free edges of the panels in the relief area are pulled away from each other. The embodiments reduce the number of seams in contact with areas that may chafe, such as the inner thighs and groin area, and reduce the bulk of the material of the accessible covering.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an article of clothing that is worn by a person for preventing an infant from accidental falling while the person nurses the infant. The article may be a garment that includes an item of clothing to be worn by a person and a support garment panel attached to the item of clothing. The support garment panel is attached to the perimeter of the armholes of the item of clothing and defines a pocket between the support garment panel and the item of clothing. The pocket includes an opening for receiving an infant and a base for supporting the infant.

Abstract: A garment includes an inner portion, an outer portion, and at least one fastener. The outer portion surrounds the inner portion and is at least partially fixed to the inner portion. The at least one fastener is configured to detachably connect one or more of a first side of the outer portion with a second side of the outer portion or a first side of the outer portion to the inner portion to cause the outer portion to be in a closed position with respect to the inner portion. The outer portion is configured to be movable from the closed position to an open position with respect to the inner portion to facilitate a positioning of a vehicle restraint over the inner portion while the garment is being worn by a vehicle occupant.

Abstract: Aspects herein are directed to a cooling garment. The cooling garment can include a vest configured to be worn by a wearer. One or more pockets on the vest may be configured to receive one or more icepacks. The one or more pockets may include a stretch material on a front portion of the one or more pockets. The one or more pockets can further include a non-stretch material on a back portion of the one or more pockets.

Abstract: A protective apparel system is provided that comprises a helmet covering the wearer's head and a gown covering the wearer's body. A protective barrier extends between the helmet and the gown in order to separate an interior space from the exterior space. The helmet may be a reusable rigid helmet with an exterior surface that can be repeatedly disinfected. The helmet may also include an air transmission system.

Abstract: A bow tie is provided. The bow tie includes a first discrete portion, the first discrete portion having a first connecting end and a first tying end and a second discrete portion, the second discrete portion having a second connecting end and a second tying end. The first and second tying ends can be tied into a knot having first and second bows. The second connecting end can have a loop through a connector, the loop being adjustably connected to the second connecting end. The first connecting end can include a hook and loop fastener and can be threaded through the connector.

Abstract: The present invention related to a clothing accessory for holding folds/pull-ups/roll-ups in wearable clothes worn by clothing wearer. The present invention relates to a clothing or fashion accessory that may be capable of being engaged with various clothes, such as shirts, tops, lowers, sweatshirt, sweaters, etc., while the clothes are worn by clothing wearers, to hold any folded/rolled-up/pulled-up portions, such as sleeves, sides or fronts, etc. thereof and prevent thereto from dropping back down, either for fashion purposes, or for doing some kind of work conveniently with folded/rolled-up/pulled-up sleeves or any other clothing portions.

Abstract: A garment includes a waist band and a pair of leg sleeves. The garment is made of an elastic material, such as woven elastane fibers so that the garment is skintight. The waist band of the present invention includes an inner pocket and an outer pocket that overlap one another. The outer pocket may be defined by a first panel and the inner pocket may be defined by a second panel. The first panel and the second panel may also be made of the elastic material. The inner pocket may store a firearm and the outer pocket may store a card to cover the trigger guard and prevent accidental discharge of the firearm.

Abstract: A rotation based wearable securing system includes a cover attached to an open ended container. The container is secured to a wearable article and encloses a mobile device. A provided locking mechanism is capable of locking the cover to the container. In response to an orientation change associated with the container in relation to the wearable article, the locking mechanism locks or unlocks the cover to the container and secures or releases the mobile device within the container. Furthermore, the mobile device is secured to the wearable article by fastening a lockable component (connected to the mobile device) to a receiving component (attached to the wearable article). The locking mechanism is capable of securing or releasing the mobile device to or from the wearable article by locking or unlocking the lockable component to or from the receiving component in response to an orientation change.

Abstract: A wig including a wig base having a wearing portion to be worn on a head; and a hair portion having hairs affixed to the wig base; the hair portion being cut such that at least one part of a first hair portion that is located on the head when the wig is worn on the head is configured to project toward the head.

Abstract: A method and apparatus fabricate synthetic hair by mixing a raw material to form a mixed material; sterilizing the mixed material to form a sterilized material; melting the sterilized material to form a melted material; yarning the melted material to form a yarn material; sterilizing the yarn material to form an intermediate sterilized yarn; heating the sterilized yarn to form a heated yarn; and sterilizing the heated yarn to form a final sterilized yarn. Sterilizing of the mixed material, the yarn material, and/or the heated yarn includes: sterilizing using an ultraviolet (UV) lamp. Heating of the sterilized yarn is performed by a heating device selected from a heated roller, a heating plate, a steam jet device, and a hot water reservoir. Alternatively, sterilizing of the heated yarn includes: immersing the heated yarn into an immersion device, which includes an antibacterial solution. The final sterilized yarn forms a synthetic hair.