Abstract: Methods for providing dietary calcium to livestock and other animals and the compositions for use in providing dietary calcium to livestock are disclosed. Kits to provide the animal with a desired amount of supplemental calcium during normal watering is also disclosed.

Abstract: A farming feed for fish in freshwater, wherein, in addition to the content of starch as an ordinary binder, there has been added to the feed up to 25 g per kg of constituent feed ingredients of a faecal binder of a non-starch type, and methods of making and using the same. The feed may be of a pressed or extruded type.

Abstract: A process (10) is proposed for producing a precooked food product based on meat, fish, vegetables, fruit, pasta or a sauce. The process (10) comprises: providing (21-27) a packaging containing a food product in a volume insulated from the external environment; extracting (29) air from said volume such that a vacuum condition is created therein; maintaining (31) the packaging at a constant temperature of between 40° C. and 80° C. for a predetermined first time interval, subjecting (35) the packaging to a predetermined pressure of between 250 MPa and 600 MPa for a second time interval less than the first time interval, and bringing (33,37) the packaging to a predetermined temperature of between 0° C. and 4° C. at the end of the first time interval. Further proposed is a precooked food product obtained through the process, its use for the preparation of a gastronomic product and a kit for the preparation of a gastronomic product comprising the said precooked food product.

Abstract: Disclosed is an automatic immersion ice-coating machine, including a frame, an ice-coating working pool, a feed port, a conveying device, a control system and a driving system. A first side of the ice-coating working pool communicates with a buffer tank. A bottom of the ice-coating working pool is stepped or inclined, and a drain valve is provided at a bottom of the ice-coating working pool. The conveying device includes a first conveyor belt and a second conveyor belt. The first conveyor belt is located under the feed port, and a lower portion of the first conveyor belt is lower than the liquid level, and the second conveyor belt communicates with the discharge port. The first and second conveyor belts are made of stainless steel mesh belts, and surfaces of the stainless steel mesh belts are provided with separators in a spaced manner.

Abstract: The invention relates to a metering container for mixtures of food products and liquids, a metering device for mixtures of food products and liquids and a method for metering mixtures of food products and liquids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of producing a food or malt-based beverage suitable for consumption by a subject with Coeliac's disease. In particular, the present invention relates to methods of producing a food or malt-based beverage with very low levels of hordeins. Also provided are barley plants which produce grain that can be used in the methods of the invention.

Abstract: Sweetener and flavor compositions with improved taste profiles are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of making and methods of using such sweetener and flavor compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed are techniques and systems for producing microbials having anaplerotic oils that are rich in odd-chain fatty acids, and other beneficial components, at higher concentrations than those present in other natural dietary sources of OCFA, at lower cost, and higher production yield. Further, disclosed are examples of incorporation of these higher concentration OCFA products into food for human and non-human animal consumption.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement composition for treatment of bladder disorders, in particular, overactive bladder (OAB) includes therapeutically effective amounts of pumpkin seed extract, nitric oxide precursor, vitamin D3, prebiotic fiber, preservative, and stabilizer.

Abstract: Baby food products containing allergenic protein and methods of delivering the products are provided as a source of early introduction for prevention of food allergy in children. The product may be a solid or semi-solid product and includes an allergenic protein, one or more of a prebiotic or a probiotic, and a foodstuff. A method of feeding a baby food product to a child involves providing the child with a serving of the baby food product such that the child ingests a pre-defined amount of an allergenic protein. The serving may be provided on a periodic basis such that the child ingests a constant amount of the allergenic protein per week over an extended period.

Abstract: A low or zero calorie sweetener composition with sweetness synergy, providing a reduction in off-taste and a desirable temporal profile. The sweetener composition is suitable for use as a substitute for high calorie sugars. The sweetener composition is for use in food and beverage products, pharmaceutical products, nutritional product and cosmetic products.

Abstract: Provided herein are a food mold for use in food processing and a method for food processing using the food mold. The food mold includes a bottom portion, a sidewall and a protruding structure. The bottom portion includes a peripheral edge and a bottom surface. The peripheral edge surrounds the bottom surface. The sidewall includes a lower edge and an upper edge opposite to the lower edge. The sidewall surrounds the bottom portion. The lower edge is connected to the peripheral edge. The protruding structure is disposed on the bottom surface.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating article may be fabricated in the form of a bead. For example, the aerosol-generating article may be fabricated in the form of a sphere having a predetermined diameter. Alternatively, the aerosol-generating article may be fabricated in an oval shape, a droplet shape, etc. Also, the aerosol-generating article may be fabricated in various sizes.

Abstract: A tobacco humectant, which is a metal-organic framework material with a three-dimensional structure obtained by a self-assembly of Zr4+ and terephthalic acid or 2-aminoterephthalic acid. The metal-organic framework material with the three-dimensional structure obtained by the self-assembly of the Zr4+ and the terephthalic acid is Uio-66, and the metal-organic framework material with the three-dimensional structure obtained by the self-assembly of the Zr4+ and the 2-aminoterephthalic acid is Uio-66-NH2. A preparation method of the tobacco humectant and a use thereof in tobacco is further provided.

Abstract: A system includes system at least one dispenser configured to dispense to dispense a plurality of segments on a first conveying path and a spacing drum configured to receive a number of the plurality of segments per revolution of the drum and configured to release the number of segments on a second conveying path at a segment-release spacing and a segment-release speed along the conveying path, the number of the plurality of segments being at least three and the number of segments released by the spacing drum forming a filter element.

Abstract: An apparatus for manufacturing a flavor capsule of tobacco according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may comprise: a membrane tank for storing a membrane; a flavored liquid tank for storing a flavored liquid; and a nozzle to which the membrane is supplied from the membrane tank, to which the flavored liquid is supplied from the flavored liquid tank, and through which the flavored liquid is discharged while being enveloped in the membrane, so as to form the initial shape of a flavor capsule, wherein the membrane tank is equipped with a temperature adjustment unit for lowering the temperature of the membrane tank over time in order to preserve the viscosity of the membrane.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating article (10) includes an aerosol forming substrate (20) and a filter (30) downstream of the substrate. The filter comprises filter material comprising filaments having a linear density of about 4 denier or greater. The filter has a resistance to draw of less than 130 mmWG. Preferably, the filter has a resistance to draw of 90 mmWG or less. More preferably, the filter has a resistance to draw of 70 mmWG or less. Preferably, the density of the filter material is about 0.12 g/cm3 or greater.

Abstract: A smoking apparatus comprising a main body comprising a combustion chamber fluidly coupled to an aperture in a mouthpiece; an outer layer at least partially surrounding the main body; and wherein the outer layer is formed of an at least partially transparent material and the main body is at least partially visible within the outer layer.

Abstract: A cigar holder device is disclosed, and is applied for being an interface between a cigar and a user's mouth. When smoking a cigar, this cigar holder device is connected to a head end of the cigar. Therefore, after lighting a foot end of the cigar, a cigar smoke flows through a central through hole and a plurality of peripheral through holes contained by the cigar holder device, such that the user is able to inhale the cigar smoke under the separation of the cigar holder device. As a result, tobacco scraps are prevented from falling into the user's mouth during smoking the cigar, and the user's tongue would not feel uncomfortable. Therefore, by using this cigar holder device to smoke a cigar, the user is guaranteed to inhale cigar smoke at a comfortable state.

Abstract: A cigar, cigarillo and cigarette holder and snuffer is envisioned here that has the ability to securely and temporarily hold the tobacco product in an upright position as well as to snuff out the lite side of the tobacco product. Furthermore, the cigar, cigarillo and cigarette holder and snuffer is portable, stable and can be cleaned easily. The cigar, cigarillo and cigarette holder and snuffer device incorporates a magnetic clip for a stand, various size reducer rings to fit different dimension tobacco products, built in ashtray with screwable/unscrewable sections to empty the ashtray cavity, cap that can serve as a base or a cover for the holder, and an ash screen. Notably, the reducer rings can be used to accommodate various types of tobacco products.

Abstract: An apparatus for conditioning gas carrying a chemical which is released from a mouth of a smoker after being inhaled from a smoking device comprises a housing with a fluidic passageway from an inlet arranged to receive the gas from the smoker's mouth to an outlet arranged to release the gas to an ambient environment. Along the fluidic passageway the apparatus features a chemical recapture stage, which is arranged to permit the gas to flow therethrough, and which is arranged to removably receive a substrate adapted to substantially retain the chemical carried by the gas, so that the gas exiting the chemical recapture stage is substantially devoid of the chemical, which can be reused upon removal of the substrate from the housing.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette with an improved atomizer includes a suction nozzle and a main body. The main body is provided with an atomizing core mounting groove. The atomizing core mounting groove contains an atomizing core. The suction nozzle and the main body are integrated into one piece, or the suction nozzle and the main body can be connected to or detached from each other. The atomizing core includes a casing, a liquid storage assembly, and a heating assembly. A wire passes through a first wire guide hole and is electrically connected to a power supply and a control system. A first air guide hole and a second air guide hole are connected through which an airflow passes.

Abstract: A personal air filter with a PCB, with or without a microprocessor, and wireless transmission to a mobile ad hoc network is presented herein. In a preferred embodiment, the device is an accessory e-cigarette, (CBD, tobacco, etc.) filter assembly that is essentially configured with one or more sensors and transmission capability. The apparatus is further part of a wider system of the present invention for the purpose of performance monitoring and tracking, making the filter reusable and further extension of its life cycle.

Abstract: There is provided a cartridge for use in an aerosol-generating system, the aerosol-generating system including an aerosol-generating device, the cartridge configured to be used with the device, wherein the device includes a device housing, an inductor coil positioned on or within the housing, and a power supply connected to the inductor coil and configured to provide a high frequency oscillating current to the inductor coil, the cartridge including a cartridge housing containing an aerosol-forming substrate and a ferrite mesh susceptor element positioned to heat the aerosol-forming substrate.

Abstract: An aerosol forming component for volatilizing a liquid in an aerosol delivery device is disclosed. The aerosol forming component includes a first aerosol-forming member configured to be heated up to a first operating temperature and thereafter to a second higher operating temperature, and a second aerosol-forming member configured to be heated up to at least the first operating temperature as the first aerosol-forming member reaches the second higher operating temperature so that liquid volatilized from the two aerosol-forming members mix with one another.

Abstract: A device with a separated gas inlet for cigarette set includes a controller switch, a controller switch seat, a transparent light guide seat, a filter holding seat, an insulation fixing sleeve, and a charging base. In the device with the separated gas inlet for cigarette set, air inlet channel for initiating a controller switch is separated from a smoke gas channel for cigarette, thereby avoiding the failure of the controller switch caused by tarry matters of cigarette gas attaching on an initiating hole of the controller switch, and prolonging the service life of cigarette set.

Abstract: A vaporizer apparatus includes a pump housing, a main housing containing an evacuation chamber, and an operation unit attached to the main housing. The operation unit selectively isolates the evacuation chamber from communication with an air inlet. At least one vacuum pump is operable to generate a vacuum in the evacuation chamber, while a heating element also operates. A mouthpiece is attached to the main housing, and may be selectively placed in communication with the evacuation chamber. When oil is placed in the evacuation chamber and the operation unit is operated, the evacuation chamber is temporarily sealed off from the inlet, creating a vacuum sealed chamber connected with the pump(s). Then, the pump(s) is/are activated to reduce pressure in the evacuation chamber, and the oil is vaporized at reduced pressure and at an elevated temperature. When the operation unit is released, the evacuation chamber is emptied via the mouthpiece.

Abstract: A plated silicon-based electronic cigarette atomizing chip includes the following components: a silicon substrate, wherein the silicon substrate is provided with an array of micro-pillars or an array of micro-holes, an inlet end, and an outlet end, the outer walls of the micro-pillars are plated side walls, the inner walls of the micro-holes are plated inner walls, and the array of micro-pillars defines a plurality of micro-channels or electronic cigarette liquid channels penetrating the micro-holes are provided on the silicon substrate; a glass cover, wherein the air holes passing through the glass cover are provided; and the glass cover is fixedly connected to the silicon substrate by a bonding process.

Abstract: A charging system (10) for an aerosol-generating device (12) includes a charging unit (14). The charging unit includes a body (20) at least partially defining a receiving volume (22). The receiving volume is sized to receive the elongate aerosol-generating device through an open top end in a plurality of orientations. A charging interface is coupled to the body and includes a biasing element and an electrical contact. The biasing element is configured to apply a force on the aerosol-generating device that causes an electrical contact of the aerosol-generating device to electrically engage the electrical contact of the charging interface when the aerosol-generating device rests on the charging unit.

Abstract: An aerosol-generating device is provided, including a housing including a first tubular section to receive a combustible heat source and a second tubular section to receive an aerosol-generating substrate; a heat-conductive element between the sections to transfer heat received in the first section to the substrate received in the second section, the element including a bimetallic element having first and second portions; and a heat-insulative sleeve around at least a portion of the second section including one or more air inlets, the bimetallic element arranged to deform from a first position where a first portion of the bimetallic element is proximate the first section and a second portion of the bimetallic element is proximate the second section, to a second position where the first portion of the bimetallic element is displaced away from the first section towards the second section, when the bimetallic element is heated above a threshold temperature.

Abstract: An aerosol generating article (100) having a proximal end (102) and a distal end (104), comprising an inner tubular element (105) having a mouthpiece end (107) and an opposed heat source end positioned at the distal end of the aerosol generating article, and an outer tubular element (130) extending from the proximal end of the aerosol generating article towards the distal end thereof. The inner tubular element comprises an inner wrapping sheet (109) circumscribing, in a co-axial arrangement: a combustible heat source (115) positioned towards the distal end of the aerosol generating article; an aerosol-forming substrate (120) downstream of the combustible heat source; and, typically, a void space (125) between the aerosol-forming substrate and the mouthpiece end. The outer tubular element typically circumscribes at least the mouthpiece end of the inner tubular element and the void space and terminates downstream of the heat source.

Abstract: A device for refilling vape solution has a controller, a plurality of raw material containers, a mixer, a plurality of input controlling valves, and an output controlling valve. The plurality of raw material containers are respectively used for storing a kind of raw material. Each of the input controlling valves is used for connecting the mixer and one of the raw material containers and controlled by the controller to be opened or closed so as to selectively allow the raw material to be injected into the mixer. The output controlling valve is connected to the mixer and controlled by the controller to be opened or closed so as to output a product solution. The mixer is controlled by the controller to mix the raw materials therein so as to generate the product solution.

Abstract: A vaporizer apparatus includes a pump housing, a main housing containing an evacuation chamber, and an operation unit attached to the main housing. The operation unit selectively seals the evacuation chamber off from communication with an air inlet. One or more pumps in the pump housing is/are operable to generate a vacuum in the evacuation chamber. A mouthpiece is attached to the main housing, and may be selectively placed in communication with the evacuation chamber. When oil is placed in the evacuation chamber and the operation unit is operated, the evacuation chamber is temporarily sealed off from the inlet, creating a vacuum sealed chamber connected with the pump(s). Then, the pump(s) is/are activated to reduce pressure in the evacuation chamber, and the oil is vaporized at an ambient temperature without requiring a heater. When the operation unit is released, the evacuation chamber is emptied via the mouthpiece.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an aerosol delivery device that may comprise a housing defining an outer wall and further including a power source and a control component. The device also includes a mouthpiece portion that defines an exit aerosol path, a tank portion that includes a reservoir configured to contain a liquid composition, and an atomization assembly configured to vaporize the liquid composition to generate an aerosol. The atomization assembly includes a mesh plate and a vibrating component, wherein the mesh plate and the vibrating component are configured to be separable from each other at a detachable interface. The detachable interface may be located at various locations of the device, including between the mouthpiece portion and the tank portion, within the mouthpiece portion, within the tank portion, within a separable atomization assembly, within a cartridge, within a control unit, or between a cartridge and a control unit.

Abstract: A filtering unit for use with an electronic cigarette which includes a hollow housing and a filter pad located inside the housing. The housing has a first end, a second end, a front wall, and a rear wall. The front wall and the rear wall extend from the first end to the second end of the housing. The hollow housing also including a throughgoing opening formed at the second end and at least one pair of first internally extending prongs, these first prongs forming an internal chamber. The filter pad is positioned inside the internal chamber of the hollow housing. The second end of the hollow chamber is positionable over a portion of the electronic cigarette so as to filter out undesired particles in vapors of the electronic cigarette.

Abstract: A handheld, portable vaporizer apparatus is operable to vaporize oils, such as e-liquids, cannabis oils, or dry herbs, without heating the oils. The vaporizer apparatus includes a main housing having an oil chamber, an oil reservoir connected to the oil chamber, and an evacuation chamber connected to the oil reservoir formed therein; an operation unit; a manifold connected to the main housing; a pump; and a control unit connected to the operation unit and pump. When the operation unit is operated, the oil reservoir is isolated from the oil chamber and the bottom of the evacuation chamber is sealed thereby creating a vacuum sealed chamber having oil trapped therein and being connected with an inlet of the pump, and the control unit turns the pump on causing a pressure differential so that oil trapped in the vacuum sealed chamber vaporizes without heat and flows through the manifold and mouthpiece.

Abstract: A garment has a yoke attached to the garment body, wherein the yoke is formed from a material having stretch and recovery in at least two directions thereof. The material may be formed from a fusible substrate combined with a particular fabric having stretch properties. The yoke may have an inner piece and an outer piece having substantially the same shape and size as the inner piece, and wherein at least one of the inner piece and the outer piece is formed from a material formed from a fusible substrate combined with a particular fabric having stretch properties.

Abstract: A sock with a drop-front pouch may be utilized to expose the toes of a wearer for personal or medical purposes. The sock may have an overflap with a slot in an instep seam. Alternatively, a zipper may be utilized in the instep seam.

Abstract: The present invention is socks made for walking on the road or outdoors, the socks of the present invention can be put in a pocket or bag and can easily be taken anywhere to be used when someone feels not comfortable with traditional shoes, socks suite any feet size, the socks are flexible and comfortable for people to wear anywhere for a long time without feeling tired.

Abstract: A supportive bra comprises two cups, each adapted to shape, lift, and support a breast, and a chest strap coupled to the two cup. Each cup has a plurality of darts sewn therein.

Abstract: A garment for facilitating urination includes two leg openings, and an access panel between the two leg openings. The access panel extends from a front of the garment to a back of the garment, wherein the access panel is coupled to the front of the garment with an attachment. The garment is configurable between an initial, closed configuration and a second, open configuration in which the access panel is at least partially detached from the garment.

Abstract: Performance athletic apparel disclosed herein is designed to help athletes during customized movements and activities for their chosen sport. The disclosed apparel has a hood that is comfortable to wear, stays in place during wear, and minimizes weather exposure for the athlete. The hood further allows athletes to maintain a wide field of view. To accomplish these functions, the hood includes seams that flex along movement patterns specific to the selected sport that allow the hood to move with the athlete's head during movement and cinch cords that secure the hood in place on the athlete's head and prevent water entry, such as from wet weather conditions.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a textile article developed to be used as a way to warm up healthcare professionals, said article being in the form of a jacket with pockets and removable sleeves. This jacket has the particularity of being functional not only in terms of warming up the user, but also for allowing to store small personal and/or professional objects and, simultaneously, fulfilling the requirements of asepsis and sterilization imposed to the healthcare professionals. Therefore, the present invention belongs to the area of protective clothing for professional use, particularly to be used by healthcare professionals, preferentially in a hospital setting.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a garment (10) comprising an inflatable protective device (11). The inflatable protective device (11) comprises: at least one inflatable bag (12), an inflator unit (14) designed for inflating the at least one inflatable bag (12), sensors (17, 18) designed for monitoring the user's body for detecting shocks or unexpected movements and a control unit (19) designed for processing the data provided by the sensors (17, 18) and for activating the inflator unit (14) if, on the basis of the data received by the sensors (17, 18), a danger situation is identified. According to the invention the control unit (19) comprises storing means (25) containing at least two different setup parameter sets and/or firmwares (29) of the control unit (19) for controlling the activation of the inflator unit (14); the control unit (19) being further provided with selecting means (31) for selecting one of the said at least two different setup parameter sets and/or firmwares (29).

Abstract: A comfort, infusion-friendly, sweater supplements existing attire of a wearer and accommodates pre-existing medical attachments. The sweater includes a first arm portion with top and bottom plackets extending lengthwise from a collar portion to a wrist portion, plackets having fasteners and mating fasteners. The sweater has a first front portion connected to the first arm portion, a second arm portion, a second front portion and a back. A collar pull tab, having a pull fastener, extends outward near the collar. A mating fastener is on the collar portion or the back portion. Engaging the first arm fasteners and mating fasteners dons the sweater over the existing attire of the wearer, without disruption the medical connections. Based on the plackets and pull tab(s), a wearer can single-handedly don and remove the sweater, adding self-sufficient comfort with a medical procedure.

Abstract: Described herein, is the manufacture, matter of compositions, function, methods and uses of a compression legging system that combines a swelling monitor, a patient activity monitor, medical compression legging material, and a mobile application to help PTS patients detect recurrent DVT and seek medical attention quickly before the development of PE, while reducing swelling and preventing DVT via compression therapy.

Abstract: The preferred embodiment comprises a soft, elastic fabric garment to support breasts, optionally when not wearing a brassiere. The garment utilizes a non-skid material, optionally rubber, along the perimeter of its length to prevent unwanted movement. Such non-skid material enables wearers to remain active, exercise, etc. without worry of the band falling out of place. The garment also comprises perspiration-absorbent material. The garment features fasteners to comfortably secure the garment around the chest area. An embodiment of the invention provides for the light stabilization and securing of the breasts in a specific position without allowing excessive unwanted movement associated with not wearing a bra.

Abstract: According to an embodiment, the invention relates to a computer implemented method for grading a pattern from a first size to a second size, the pattern comprising one or more panels, the method comprising the steps of a representation step comprising representing each panel of the one or more panels by a contour, wherein a contour comprises one or more segments, a constraint step comprising imposing constraints on segments for grading to the second size; generating a mesh of each panel of the one or more panels thereby obtaining a first set of meshes; combining the first set of meshes with the constraints into a system of equations; solving the system of equations into a second set of meshes, wherein the contours of the second meshes correspond to the pattern in the second size and representing the contours of the second set of meshes.

Abstract: The invention relates to a protective helmet, and in particular a protective motorcycle helmet, comprising an outer shell (1) for distributing impact forces and a socket (2), which is firmly connected to the outer shell (1), for accommodating an electrical accessory (3), wherein the socket (2) is disposed on an edge (6) of the outer shell (1) and the socket (2) is configured, when accommodating the accessory (3), for guiding the latter substantially along an inner face (7) of the outer shell (1), so that the accommodated accessory (3) extends substantially along the inner face (7) of the outer shell (1).

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to array and utilize piezoelectric generators. It is also an object of the invention to implement properly configured piezoelectric generators into applications that can recapture expelled kinetic energy that is otherwise wasted. Particularly, piezoelectric generators, or arrays, may be, for example, placed in shoes, clothing, tires, roads, and sidewalks in order to recapture the energy expelled in everyday human activities (e.g., walking, moving, and driving).