04th week of 2012 patent applcation highlights part 38 |
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20120021046 | GLUCOSAMINE AND GLUCOSAMINE/ANTI-INFLAMMATORY MUTUAL PRODRUGS, COMPOSITIONS, AND METHODS - Mutual prodrugs of glucosamine, and derivatives and analogs of glucosamine and an anti-inflammatory agent, compositions thereof, and methods for, e.g., treating disorders and conditions by administration of the compositions are provided. Topical compositions of glucosamine, and derivatives and analogs of glucosamine are also provided. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021047 | Id-1 Gene and Gene Products as Therapeutic Targets for Treatment of Breast Cancer and Other Types of Carcinoma - A method for treatment of breast cancer and other types of cancer. The method comprises targeting and modulating Id-1 gene expression, if any, for the Id-1 gene, or gene products in breast or other epithelial cancers in a patient by delivering products that modulate Id-1 gene expression. When expressed, Id-1 gene is a prognostic indicator that cancer cells are invasive and metastatic. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021048 | Combination Dosage Compositions Comprising a Cholesterol-Lowering Agent, a Renin-Angiotensin System Inhibitor, an Antioxidant Agent and an Antiplatelet Agent for Treatment and Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease - The present invention is in the fields of medicine, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and cardiology. The invention provides compositions comprising a statin, an inhibitor of the angiotensin converting enzyme, an antiplatelet compound and an antioxidant compound for the treatment and/or prevention of cardiovascular disease. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021049 | Single Daily Dosage Form for Prevention and Treatment of Metabolic Syndrome - The present invention is in the fields of medicine, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, endocrinology and cardiology. The invention provides compositions comprising a statin, an inhibitor of the angiotensin converting enzyme, an antiplatelet compound and an anti-hyperglycemic compound for use in the treatment and/or prevention of cardiometabolic risk factors of Metabolic Syndrome and treatment and/or prevention of Metabolic Syndrome. The present invention provides for the use of such compositions in the manufacture of products for treatment and/or prevention of Metabolic Syndrome. The biguanide metformin of the composition could be present in extended release form allowing its use together with the other drugs in a single dosage form at low dose. This combination of drugs in a single daily dosage greatly improves compliance and adherence to treatment which is a critical factor for treating patients with Metabolic Syndrome. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021050 | NANOPARTICLE FORMULATED GLYCOLIPID ANTIGENS FOR IMMUNOTHERAPY - A composition for stimulating NKT cells to produce anti-cancer and anti-viral cytokines without causing anergy of NKT cells includes a glycolipid antigen and a nanoparticle conjugated with the glycolipid antigen. The glycolipid antigen and the nanoparticle are not antigenic in mouse and human being. The composition can further include covalent or non-covalent connection between the glycolipid antigen and the nanoparticle. The glycolipid antigen is alpha-galactosylceramide or an analog of that. The nanoparticle can be a polymer. A production method of the composition includes preparing a nanoparticle and a glycolipid antigen and loading the glycolipid antigen to the nanoparticle. The glycolipid antigen can be coated onto the surface of the nanoparticle or encapsulated within the nanoparticle. A method of stimulating NKT cells to produce anti-cancer and anti-viral cytokines without causing anergy of NKT cells is also provided. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021051 | ZALEPLON GASTRORETENTIVE DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM - A biodegradable, multi-layered controlled release gastroretentive dosage form which is optionally divided into a first dosage of zaleplon for controlled release and a second dosage of zaleplon for immediate release in the stomach and gastrointestinal tract of a patient, folded into a capsule which disintegrates upon contact with gastric juice and the gastroretentive dosage form unfolds rapidly upon contact with gastric juice. The biodegradable, multi-layered gastroretentive dosage forms of the invention provide efficient sleep induction with good sleep maintenance and minimal next day residual effects. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021052 | CONTROLLED RELEASE AND TASTE MASKING ORAL PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION - Controlled release and taste masking compositions containing one or more active principles inglobated in a three-component matrix structure, i.e. a structure formed by successive amphiphilic, lipophilic or inert matrices and finally inglobated or dispersed in hydrophilic matrices. The use of a plurality of systems for the control of the dissolution of the active ingredient modulates the dissolution rate of the active ingredient in aqueous and/or biological fluids, thereby controlling the release kinetics in the gastrointestinal tract. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021053 | CONTROLLED RELEASE AND TASTE-MASKING ORAL PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION - Controlled release and taste masking compositions containing one or more active principles inglobated in a three-component matrix structure, i.e. a structure formed by successive amphiphilic, lipophilic or inert matrices and finally inglobated or dispersed in hydrophilic matrices. The use of a plurality of systems for the control of the dissolution of the active ingredient modulates the dissolution rate of the active ingredient in aqueous and/or biological fluids, thereby controlling the release kinetics in the gastrointestinal tract. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021054 | TABLET FORMULATION OF EZATIOSTAT - Disclosed herein are tablets comprising ezatiostat hydrochloride wherein the ezatiostat hydrochloride comprises from about 75 to about 82 percent by weight of the tablet. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021055 | NITRIC OXIDE-RELEASING PARTICLES FOR NITRIC OXIDE THERAPEUTICS AND BIOMEDICAL APPLICATIONS - The presently disclosed subject matter relates to nitric oxide-releasing particles for delivering nitric oxide, and their use in biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021056 | Methods and Systems for Inducing Immunologic Tolerance to Non-Self Antigens - Described herein are methods and systems that can be used to induce immunologic tolerance to non-self antigens. The methods and systems comprise introducing a tolerogen comprising at least one immunogenic non-self antigen coupled to a carrier, wherein the immunogenic antigen can be a foreign or endogenous antigen or fragments thereof. The non-self antigen can be selected from the group consisting of carbohydrate antigens, full-length antigenic proteins, and fragments and combinations thereof, while the carrier can be selected from nanoparticles and stents. Tolerogen compositions are also provided and can be used to induce immunologic tolerance to non-self antigens. These methods, systems and compositions are particularly advantageous since they can be used to allow for the extension of the window of safety for immunologically-incompatible transplantations to patients who are growing past the age of infancy. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021057 | ONCE-DAILY ORAL IR/CR PRAMIPEXOLE FORMULATION - An oral once-daily pramipexole formulation, comprising an immediate-release component and a controlled-release component, is provided wherein in preferred embodiments, both the immediate-release component and the controlled-release component comprise pramipexole The formulation is preferably in the form of a coated bead A method of manufacturing said formulation is also provided. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021058 | PROCESS FOR MAKING DRY AND STABLE HEMOSTATIC COMPOSITIONS - Described is a process for making a dry and stable hemostatic composition, said process comprising
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20120021059 | SOLID PREPARATION - A solid preparation | 2012-01-26 |
20120021060 | Honey Compositions and Uses Thereof - A composition for treating or alleviating the symptoms of sinusitis comprising Manuka honey at a concentration of from about 0.5% v/v to about 7% v/v in an aqueous pH-balanced solution is provided. In one embodiment, the concentration of Manuka honey is from about 3% v/v to about 6% v/v. In another embodiment, the concentration of Manuka honey is from about 4% v/v to about 5% v/v. A method of treating or alleviating the symptoms of sinusitis in a patient in need of such treatment, where the method comprises intranasally administrating the above composition to such patient in order to treat the sinusitis, is provided. A further method of improving olfactory function in a patient in need of treatment is provided, where the method comprises intranasally administering the above composition to such patient in order to improve olfactory function. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021061 | MEDICAL AND NUTRITIONAL FORMULATIONS - Compositions, methods of production and uses are described to maintain or increase the medical and/or nutritional potency of honey or honey analogues primarily by manipulating or fortifying the phenolic content of the honey or honey analogue in the composition. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021062 | METHODS FOR THE ON-SITE PRODUCTION OF CHLORAMINE AND USES THEREOF - A method of producing stable disinfectant for use as a biocidal composition. The method comprises: A) providing reagents, B) asynchronously feeding the at least two of the reagents into a wide space, and C) allowing all the reagents to conic into contact and mix with each other. The reagents comprise: a) an amine source of disinfectant in concentrated form, b) an oxidizing halogen compound in concentrated form, and c) a diluent. The use of asynchronous feeding and a wide space results in a dynamic biocide regimen. This regimen results in a changing environment that infestations have difficulty adapting to. This method also imparts superior results due to the avoidance of channeling effects which would otherwise weaken the effects of the biocide. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021063 | CROSSLINKED MATERIAL COMPRISING ELASTIN AND COLLAGEN, AND USE THEREOF - To provide a collagen/elastin crosslinked material capable of satisfactorily corresponding to various uses such as medical materials including an artificial dermis and scaffolding materials for cell culture. The collagen/elastin crosslinked material is obtained by crosslinking a fish-derived collagen and a fish-derived elastin, and is fully capable of corresponding to various uses such as medical materials including an artificial dermis and scaffold material for cell culture. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021064 | COMPOSITIONS FOR BOWEL PREPARATION AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention relates to formulations and kits for gastrointestinal cleansing and to therapeutic methods thereof. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021065 | FUNGICIDAL COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING HYDRAZONE DERIVATIVES AND COPPER - The present invention relates to the use of hydrazone compounds and copper for controlling the growth of fungi. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021066 | FUNGICIDAL COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING HYDRAZONE DERIVATIVES AND COPPER - The present invention relates to the use of hydrazone compounds and copper for controlling the growth of fungi. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021067 | MAINTENANCE FLUID FOR ANIMALS - Maintenance fluid for fluid therapy in animals comprising the following components/quantities: —Na+: 38-50 mmol/l —K+: 20-40 mmol/l —Ca++: 5-11 mmol/l —Cl−: 50-70 mmol/l —Mg++: 5-12 mmol/l —Glu-Anhydrid: 60-100 mmol/l. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021068 | COMPOSITIONS FOR DECONTAMINATION - Compositions comprising at least one decontaminating agent, and being in a form of a gel, are disclosed herein, as well as processes for producing the compositions by contacting a solution containing the decontaminating agent(s) with at least one gelling agent. The compositions are useful in decontamination. The decontamination efficacy of the compositions can be enhanced by adding a solid hypochlorite salt to the composition. Systems are further disclosed herein which are designed for mixing the decontaminating agent(s) with the gelling agent(s) when and where needed, and for propelling the mixed solutions onto a surface to be contaminated. Methods employing the compositions for decontamination are also disclosed. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021069 | Chlorite Formulations and Methods of Preparation and Use Thereof - Described herein are chlorite formulations having a pH between about 7 and about 8.5, wherein the chlorite formulations are substantially free of deleterious non-chlorite components. Described herein are chlorite formulations, including pharmaceutical formulations, which are formulated for systemic, parenteral, or intravenous administration. Described herein are methods of preparing and methods of using the chlorite formulations described herein. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021070 | Chlorite Formulations and Methods of Preparation and Use Thereof - Described herein are chlorite formulations having a pH between about 7 and about 8.5, wherein the chlorite formulations are substantially free of deleterious non-chlorite components. Described herein are chlorite formulations, including pharmaceutical formulations, which are formulated for systemic, parenteral, or intravenous administration. Described herein are methods of preparing and methods of using the chlorite formulations described herein. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021071 | USE OF A SYNERGISTIC COMBINATION OF HYPOTHIOCYANITE AND/OR HYPOHALITE IONS AND LACTOFERRIN FOR PREPARING A TREATMENT FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS - The invention relates to the use of a synergistic combination of at least one ion selected from the group including hypothiocyanites and/or hypohalites and of lactoferrin for preparing a pharmaceutical composition for treating cystic fibrosis. In one embodiment, the lactoferrin is one having a purity higher than 95% and substantially free of lipopolysaccharides, endotoxins, and angiogenins, and having an iron saturation level higher than 15%. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021072 | Compositions For The Treatment And Prevention Of Eyelid Swelling - The invention features topical formulations comprising an osmotically active agent and/or a vasoconstrictor and/or an astringent agent for the treatment and prevention of eyelid swelling, and methods of use thereof. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021073 | SYSTEMIC ADMINISTRATION OF NAC AS AN ADJUNCT IN THE TREATMENT OF BIOTERROR EXPOSURES SUCH AS SMALLPOX AND USE IN COMBINATION WITH DHEA FOR THE TREATMENT OF SMALLPOX - The invention is for the combination and related methods of N-acetyl-cysteine oral, inhaled, or intravenous, or glutathione inhaled or intravenous, generally in combination with antibiotic and/or antiviral therapy to ameliorate the toxic effects of infection with materials used in Bioterror incidents such as | 2012-01-26 |
20120021074 | P2X3, RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS FOR TREATMENT OF PAIN - The subject invention relates to novel P2X | 2012-01-26 |
20120021075 | DUAL-CHAMBER PACKAGING SYSTEMS FOR CANNABIS-INFUSED PRODUCTS SYSTEMS - A dual-chamber packaging for medical marijuana-infused products and edibles providing individuals who are suffering from various health problems and diseases with an effective method for ingesting and/or topically applying medical marijuana. The invention may comprise a dual-compartmental containment device made from high-density polyethylene. The two chambers may be separate but are encased in one outer container. Professionally manufactured goods, such as lotions or oils with THC and CBD enhancers and carriers and other beneficial properties, can be kept in the first compartment, while cannabinoid fluid may be contained in the second compartment. For use in transdermal delivery of cannabinoids, an individual may first dispense the professionally-developed material and rub it onto his/her skin. Dispensaries may customize the materials used in this device to satisfy the needs dictated by their patients' specific conditions or diseases. The device provides for the possibility of transporting partially professionally produced products not only within the state, but also to the states where medical marijuana is legal (while they are not filled with cannabinoids.) | 2012-01-26 |
20120021076 | METHOD FOR TONING THE FACE SKIN - The present invention provides a method of toning the face comprising the steps of (a) dissolving in water a toner concentrate in the form of a solid comprising (i) citric acid; (ii) sodium bicarbonate; (iii) one or more essential oils; to provide a toner, and (b) applying the toner to the face. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021077 | SYNERGISTIC HERBAL COMPOSITION FOR TREATMENT OF RHEUMATIC AND MUSCULO-SKELETAL DISORDERS (RMSDS) - The present invention deals with a synergistic herbal composition useful for treatment of rheumatic and musculo-skeletal disorders (RMSDs) comprising a base formulation (50-60%) and plant parts and/or extracts of the plant (40-50%) selected from the group consisting of | 2012-01-26 |
20120021078 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING AN APPLE EXTRACT AND REDUCING FOOD ALLERGY SYMPTOMS, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN - A complete nutritional composition comprising polyphenols is provided for reducing the symptoms of allergies originating from food allergens in young children or infants. Preferably the composition modulates the secondary prevention of allergies while not affecting significantly the primary prevention. The composition comprises an apple extract. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021079 | Garcinia Mangostana L. and Iridoid Based Formulations - Embodiments of the invention relate to fortified food and dietary supplement products, which may be administered to produce desirable physiological improvement. In particular, embodiments of the invention relate to the administration of products enhanced with | 2012-01-26 |
20120021080 | Production and Extraction of Procyanidins from Plant Cell Cultures - Provided herein are methods of making cocoa polyphenol preparations, which methods comprises harvesting cocoa polyphenols, for example, procyanidins, from the cell suspension culture. In examples of these methods, the resultant cocoa polyphenol preparation is substantially (or in some cases, completely) free of detectable caffeine and theobromine, and more generally substantially free of xanthine alkaloids. Methods of producing a cell suspension culture of cacao cells are also described, including cell suspension cultures useful for making cocoa polyphenol and, more specifically, procyanidin preparations. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021081 | COMPOSITION FOR SKIN EXTERNAL APPLICATION CONTAINING RED PINE ROOT EXTRACT - The present invention relates to a composition for skin external application containing a pine root extract. More specifically, the composition for skin external application according to the present invention contains, as an active ingredient, a pine root extract which shows various effects, including eliminating free radicals, protecting the cell membrane from damage by UV radiation, inhibiting the production of reactive oxygen species caused by UV radiation, inhibiting the reduction in the expression of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase caused by UV radiation, stimulating the production of HSP70 to protect cells, inhibiting MMP-2 biosynthesis caused by UV radiation, inducing the expression of SIRT1 gene that restores DNA damage, and inducing the expression of LMNA1 gene that maintains the structure of the nuclear membrane. Ultimately, the composition of the present invention prevents skin aging. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021082 | COSMETIC WRINKLE TREATMENT METHOD BASED ON A ZANTHOXYLUM BUNGEANUM EXTRACT - The present invention relates to a cosmetic wrinkle treatment method which comprises the topical application of a | 2012-01-26 |
20120021083 | NON-PLANAR LARGE-SCALE FILM EXTENDING APPARATUS - A non-planar large-scale film extending apparatus is disclosed, which comprises: a transportation mechanism; and a pressing mechanism; wherein the transportation is used for clamping to two sides of a film and thus expanding the film while enabling the same to be transported and passing through the pressing mechanism following a specific path; and the pressing mechanism is configured with a non-planar pressing surface to be used for pressing upon the film and thus enabling the film being transported by the transportation mechanism to extend uniformly in a manner that the width of the film is increased while allowing the pores on the film to be distributed evenly, and thereby, creating a microporous film with large filtering area. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021084 | APPARATUSES AND METHOD - An apparatus comprises a conveying device provided with seat elements arranged for receiving objects, the seat elements being movable along a curved path, and a further conveying device provided with a transferring arrangement arranged for delivering the objects to, and/or removing the objects from, the conveying device, wherein the transferring arrangement comprises coupling elements arranged for engaging the seat elements in such a way that the seat elements and the transferring arrangement are maintained mutually coupled along a portion of the curved path. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021085 | PLASTIC EXTRUDER - The invention relates to a device ( | 2012-01-26 |
20120021086 | BLADE MOULD ASSEMBLY WITH LOCKDOWN MECHANISM - A blade mould assembly ( | 2012-01-26 |
20120021087 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATED FEED SUPPLEMENTATION - The present invention provides a multi-compartment package, a machine for the automated or semi-automated packaging of a diverse array of animal supplements into such packaging, and a process allowing efficient procurement and fulfillment of custom supplement orders. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021088 | ORAL USE - The invention relates to the use of an oral composition comprising steviol, a steviol precursors or | 2012-01-26 |
20120021089 | Poultry feed and method of making same - A poultry feed in the form of weather resistant blocks or logs with the blocks or logs being comprised of ground dry mature sweet corn, water and whole grain. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021090 | Wild bird feed and method of making same - A wild bird feed is disclosed which is comprised of ground dry mature sweet corn, water and wild bird feed. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021091 | Methods of and Systems for Producing Diesel Blend Stocks - A method for producing biofuels is provided. A method of making biofuels includes dewatering substantially intact algal cells to make an algal biomass, extracting neutral lipids from the algal biomass, and esterifying the neutral lipids with a catalyst in the presence of an alcohol. The method also includes separating a water soluble fraction comprising glycerin from a water insoluble fraction comprising fuel esters and distilling the fuel esters under vacuum to obtain a C16 or shorter fuel esters fraction, a C16 or longer fuel ester fraction, and a residue comprising carotenoids and omega-3 fatty acids. The method further includes hydrogenating and deoxygenating at least one of (i) the C16 or shorter fuel esters to obtain a jet fuel blend stock and (ii) the C16 or longer fuel esters to obtain a diesel blend stock. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021092 | POLYPEPTIDES WITH XYLANASE ACTIVITY - Polypeptides with xylanase activity modified to increase bran solubilisation and/or xylanase activity. The modification comprises modification of one or more amino acids in position 113, 122 or 175 in combination with one or more further amino acid modifications in position 11, 12, 13, 34, 54, 77, 81, 82, 104, 110, 113, 118, 122, 141, 154, 159, 162, 164, 166, 175 or 179, wherein the positions are determined as the position corresponding to the position of | 2012-01-26 |
20120021093 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ACIDIFIED MILK PRODUCT - The present invention relates to a method for producing an acidified milk product using an enzyme having transglutammase activity. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021094 | Process for Making a Pet Food in the Form of a Coated Kibble - A process of making a pet food include providing a core pellet; providing at least one coating material; applying the coating material to the core pellet to form a coated kibble using a continuous fluidizing mixer; wherein application of the coating material occurs at a Froude number range of from about 0.8 to about 3 and a Peclet number greater than about 6. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021095 | CHOCOLATE FLAVOURED PROBIOTIC SUPPLEMENT - The present invention refers to a food product. In particular, the present invention refers to a form of administration of a high and stable load of probiotic bacteria preferentially to persons of paediatric age. The present invention furthermore refers to a chocolate flavoured probiotic supplement, in particular to a probiotic tablet comprising an inner part, represented by a core of chocolate containing coated probiotic bacteria, and an outer part, represented by an outer coating. In particular, the present invention refers to a form of administration of a high and stable load of probiotic bacteria. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021096 | NEW ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FOOD PRODUCTS AND METHODS TO PRODUCE THEM - The invention relates to reducing or minimising the environmental footprint comprising a water footprint and a carbon footprint of a food product. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021097 | PORTABLE CINNAMON ROLL AND METHOD FOR MAKING - A method for manufacturing a portable cinnamon roll includes forming raw dough in the shape of a sphere having a central pocket, placing cinnamon, frosting and sugar within the central pocket and cooking the raw dough with cinnamon, frosting and sugar until it is fully prepared for consumption. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021098 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SENSING AND CONTROLLING THE CONCENTRATION OF PULP IN A CONCENTRATED PULP STREAM - A juice processing apparatus includes a concentrator for generating at least one concentrated pulp stream, and a pulp pasteurizer coupled downstream from the concentrator. A flow restrictor is coupled in the at least one concentrated pulp stream for generating a pressure drop therein. The pressure drop is indicative of a concentration of pulp in the at least one concentrated pulp stream. At least one pressure sensor is associated with the flow restrictor for sensing the pressure drop. A controller is for controlling the concentrator based upon the sensed pressure drop. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021099 | CONTROL AND ACTUATION SYSTEM FOR MACHINE FOR PRODUCING EXPANDED-GRAIN CAKES - A control and actuation system is provided for a molding machine for producing expanded-grain cakes. The system includes a control unit, a temperature-regulated heating system, multiple motors operated by the control unit for separately actuating mechanical functions, multiple sensors for providing grain level and mechanism positional data to the control unit, control inputs for programming and otherwise providing input to the control unit, and a display device allowing the control unit to provide operational status information. The control unit regulates the thermal energy input to the mold, the molding cycle frequency, and the size of the grain charge. Several interrupts are used to ensure conformance to the control parameters and to enhance operator safety. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021100 | COOKING AND STORAGE SYSTEMS - A cooking and storage system comprises a refrigeration device, a cooking device and controller for controlling the cooking device, and the refrigeration device provides to the controller temperature information relating to the temperature within the refrigeration device. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021101 | METHOD FOR SORTING POTATO PRODUCTS AND SORTING APPARATUS FOR POTATO PRODUCTS - The invention concerns a method and a sorting apparatus for sorting potato products that are moved in a product flow through a detection zone, whereby irregular products are detected in the product flow and are separated from the product flow, characterised in that a light beam having a wavelength of in between 350 and 450 nm is directed towards said products in said detection zone and wherein the intensity of the light that is irradiated by the products is detected in a detection band from 460 nm to 600 nm, wherein a product is qualified as an irregular product and is separated from the product flow when said intensity is below a predetermined value. Further, the invention also concerns a method and a device for detecting the presence of solanine in potato products by means of fluorescence. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021102 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SENSING THE CONCENTRATION OF PULP IN A CONCENTRATED PULP STREAM - A juice processing system includes at least one fluid line for a concentrated pulp stream, and a flow restrictor coupled in fluid communication with the at least one fluid line for generating a pressure drop in the concentrated pulp stream indicative of a concentration of pulp therein. The system may further include at least one pressure sensor associated with the flow restrictor for sensing the pressure drop, and a controller coupled to the at least one pressure sensor for generating at least one control signal based upon the sensed pressure drop. The control signal may be for an upstream and/or a downstream control device. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021103 | REMOVAL OF PESTICIDE RESIDUES IN FOOD BY IONIZING RADIATION - The present disclosure relates to a process for removal of pesticide residues from aqueous solutions and food products by ionizing radiation. Standard pesticides concentrations recognized by international organizations as maximum residues limit (MRLs) were used as the targeted concentrations in both aqueous solutions and food products. Commercially known pesticides and recommended irradiation doses by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) were selected for this investigation. Aqueous solutions and food products fortified with pesticide residues were subjected to selected doses of ionizing radiation. Radiation-induced removal of pesticide residues is generally greater in aqueous solutions than in food products. Ionizing radiation can reduce the residues of pirimiphos-methyl in potatoes, grapes and dates; malathion and cypermethrin in grapes to below MRLs at the recommended irradiation doses. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021104 | MOULDING - The invention provides methods and moulding devices for moulding three-dimensional products from a mass of foodstuff which is suitable for human consumption, in particular from a mass of meat. A mold provided with at least one mold cavity is used. In some embodiments, the base of the mold cavity is adjustable so as to vary the volume of the mold cavity. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021105 | PROCESS FOR PRESERVATION OF ORANGES AND SIMILAR IN PLASTIC BAGS - “PROCESS FOR PRESERVATION OF ORANGES AND SIMILAR IN PLASTIC BAGS” has the purpose of preserving oranges and similar in vacuum plastic packages, keeping its physicochemical features, as flavor, aroma, color and texture, for long periods of time. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021106 | AERATED FOOD PRODUCTS AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING THEM - An aerated food product comprising hydrophobin and a surfactant is provided, the aerated food product containing a population of gas bubbles, wherein at least | 2012-01-26 |
20120021107 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROCESSING PRODUCE - A method and apparatus to create a product, such as, but not limited to, a fruit juice, vegetable juice, fruit puree, soup, fruit cup or a combination of fruit and vegetables in solid or liquid form with extended shelf life without deterioration of color, texture, nutritional profile, or flavor which are typically associated with conventional processing methods. The disclosed apparatus and method avoids oxidation by creating an oxygen-free environment for produce processing followed by pasteurization treatment. The disclosed apparatus and method avoids degradation of nutrition content by maintaining stable processing temperatures and avoiding oxidation throughout all processing steps. Based on the type of produce to be processed, the particular processing steps are customized in order to optimize the nutritional profile of the particular fruit or vegetable product to be produced. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021108 | Cold Brew System and Method for Making Cold Brew Coffee or Tea Extract - A cold brew apparatus and a method of making cold brew extract are disclosed. The cold brew apparatus includes a flexible brewing bag having an opening therein. Premeasured brewable ingredients (e.g., coffee grounds, coffee beans, tea leaves, etc.) are located in the brewing bag. The opening in the brewing bag is uncovered to allow a liquid (e.g., water) to be added to the brewable ingredients. The opening in the brewing bag is covered after the liquid has been added, and the brewable ingredients and the liquid are left to steep for a period of time (e.g., approximately 8-24 hours). After the period of time has elapsed, extract (e.g., coffee extract, tea extract, etc.) is poured out of the opening in the brewing bag. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021109 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR LEADING MEDIA THROUGH A TREATMENT SYSTEM FOR A LIQUID PRODUCT - A method and a device for leading media in a thermal treatment system for a liquid product where, determining the led-in volume of the expelling medium while a medium is being expelled from the treatment system and by setting the determined volume of the expelling medium in a ratio to a nominal capacity of the treatment system, the shutting off of a product pipe on the outlet side following a medium change on the inlet side can be accomplished independent in time of the performance of the medium change on the inlet side. This reduces product losses and permits the treatment of residual amounts remaining in the treatment system. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021110 | FLAVOR OF UNFERMENTED BEER-FLAVORED MALT BEVERAGE - A method for producing an unfermented beer-flavored malt beverage according to the present invention comprises adjusting linalool and acetaldehyde concentrations in a malt beverage to be improved in flavor to thereby impart or enhance a fermentation flavor in the beverage. The present invention also relates to a malt beverage having an improved flavor and a flavor improving agent. According to the present invention, a well-balanced fermentation flavor can be imparted or enhanced in an unfermented beer-flavored malt beverage to thereby improve the flavor of the beverage. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021111 | Natural Low Caloric Sweetener Compositions for Use in Beverages, Foods and Pharmaceuticals, and Their Methods of Manufacture - Natural sweetener compositions, comprising a highly purified steviol extract of rebaudioside A (Reb A) of about 80 to 99% purity, other steviol glycosides of about 3% or less, and sterebins of 1% or less, and one or more bulking agents, where the natural sweetener compositions are suitable for use as an ingredient in orally administered pharmaceuticals, foods, beverages, and other orally administered products, for humans and animals. A method of preparing naturally sweetened orally administered products, comprising the step of mixing natural sweetener compositions, having a highly purified steviol extract and one or more bulking agents, with other ingredients commonly used in manufacturing orally administered products. A process to prepare natural sweetener compositions, comprising the steps of combining a highly purified | 2012-01-26 |
20120021112 | Xanthan Gum - Xanthan gums with improved characteristics are provided, a method for preparing the xanthan gums as well as compositions and products comprising the xanthan gums. In particular, the invention relates to xanthan gums obtained from | 2012-01-26 |
20120021113 | Rice Flour Compositions - A rice flour composition comprising rice flour having a Water Absorption Index of from about 3.5 to about 9 and a Peak Viscosity of from about 130 RVU to about 900 RVU. Dry blends, doughs, processes of making, and fabricated chips made from the rice flour composition. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021114 | Method for preparing starch-thickened compositions - Stable starch-thickened food compositions are prepared by using high speed agitation. A method is provided that employs a blender to prepare starch-thickened soft gel compositions, including puddings, creams, and custards. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021115 | INSTANT BEVERAGE PRODUCT - The present invention relates to a method for the production of instant beverage products which, upon reconstitution with liquid, form a foamy upper surface. The method makes use of a porous base powder to which the present invention also relates. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021116 | UNFERMENTED BEER-FLAVORED MALT BEVERAGE HAVING REDUCED OR EASED SOURNESS AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME - An object of the present invention is to provide an unfermented malt beverage that has reduced or eased sourness derived from a pH adjuster and has a beer flavor, and to provide a method for producing the same. The present invention provides an unfermented beer-flavored malt beverage having a pH lower than 4.0 comprising a wort, a pH adjuster, and a seasoning ingredient, wherein the sourness of the pH adjuster is reduced or eased by the seasoning ingredient. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021117 | METHOD FOR PRESERVING DRINKS - Method of stabilizing drinks which is characterized in that
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20120021118 | Stepwise Extraction of Plant Biomass for Diesel Blend Stock Production - A method for producing biofuels is provided. A method of making biofuels includes dewatering substantially intact algal cells to make an algal biomass, extracting neutral lipids from the algal biomass, and esterifying the neutral lipids with a catalyst in the presence of an alcohol. The method also includes separating a water soluble fraction comprising glycerin from a water insoluble fraction comprising fuel esters and distilling the fuel esters under vacuum to obtain a C16 or shorter fuel esters fraction, a C16 or longer fuel ester fraction, and a residue comprising carotenoids and omega-3 fatty acids. The method further includes hydrogenating and deoxygenating at least one of (i) the C16 or shorter fuel esters to obtain a jet fuel blend stock and (ii) the C16 or longer fuel esters to obtain a diesel blend stock. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021119 | CURRY SEASONING AND ITS PREPARATION PROCESS - A curry seasoning produced by a process in which star anise is fried at a high temperature before being incorporated into the curry seasoning in order to reduce side effects caused by ingesting star anise. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021120 | COATINGS WITH IDENTIFICATION AND AUTHENTICATION PROPERTIES - This invention is directed to methods of plating, plating baths, and articles with coatings which permit secure identification and/or authentication of coated or plated product. The coatings include composite coatings with particulate matter within a metallic matrix where said particulate matter has identification and/or authenticating properties. Articles with composites coatings incorporating more than one particulate matter and/or more than one coating layer are also disclosed. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021121 | METHOD OF PRODUCING AN OMBRE FINISH FOR MATERIALS - Methods of producing an ombré finish for materials may comprise applying a stain to the surface of a material in a first concentration toward a first part of said surface and in a second concentration toward a second part of said surface, blending said stain from said first part to said second part to create a gradual transition in concentration, and sealing said surface. Said methods may also comprise applying a stain substantially uniformly to the surface of a material, removing said stain from said surface so as to create a gradual transition in concentration of said stain, and sealing said surface. Said methods may further comprise the steps of comparing the color of said material to a target color and toning said material until said color of said material matches said target color. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021122 | CONDUCTIVE CARBON BLACK - Described herein is a method of forming a composition including mixing an anhydride, a silane and a solvent to form a solution. Carbon black and an isocyanate are mixed to form a carbon black mixture. The solution and the carbon black mixture are homogenized to form a carbon black dispersion. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021123 | PROCESS TO SEQUESTER CARBON, MERCURY, AND OTHER CHEMICALS - Biomass is devolatilized to produce both a combustible fuel (syngas) and activated carbon. The activated carbon is used as an adsorbent to capture a contaminant, such as mercury, and stored in a landfill, is impregnated with components with inherent fertilizer properties and tilled into arable land, is used along with coal in an electric power generation facility, or is used to remove mercury or other heavy metals from the flue gas of a coal fired power generation station prior to being stored so as to sequester both carbon and the heavy metal. Thus, both the carbon and the adsorbed mercury or other chemical are sequestered. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021124 | Barrier Coating Corrosion Control Methods and Systems for Interior Piping Systems - Methods and process steps for mapping, cleaning and providing barrier coatings to interior walls of piping systems. An entire piping system can be cleaned in one single pass by dry particulates forced by air and the piping system coated in one single pass. Pipes can be protected from water corrosion, erosion and electrolysis. Pipes having diameters of approximately ⅜″ up to approximately 6″ are treatable. Piping systems such as potable water lines, natural gas lines, HVAC, drains, and fire sprinkler systems in homes, apartments, high-rise hotel/resorts, office towers, high-rise apartment and condominiums and schools, can be treated. The coating forms an approximately 4 mils or greater covering inside the pipes. Buildings can return to service within approximately 24 to approximately 96 hours. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021125 | ACRYLIC-FIBER FINISH, ACRYLIC FIBER FOR CARBON-FIBER PRODUCTION, AND CARBON-FIBER PRODUCTION METHOD - An acrylic-fiber finish for use in carbon-fiber production contributes to high tenacity of resultant carbon fiber. The acrylic-fiber finish for carbon-fiber production includes an epoxy-polyether-modified silicone and a surfactant. The weight ratios of the epoxy-polyether-modified silicone and the surfactant in the total of the non-volatile components of the finish respectively range from 1 to 95 wt % and from 5 to 50 wt %. The carbon fiber production method includes a fiber production process for producing an acrylic fiber for carbon-fiber production by applying the finish to an acrylic fiber which is a basic material for the acrylic fiber for carbon-fiber production; an oxidative stabilization process for converting the acrylic fiber produced in the fiber production process into oxidized fiber in an oxidative atmosphere at 200 to 300 deg.C.; and a carbonization process for carbonizing the oxidized fiber in an inert atmosphere at 300 to 2,000 deg.C. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021126 | Vacuum Vapor Coating Device for Coating a Substrate - A vacuum vapor coating device for coating a substrate with a coating material, the vacuum vapor coating device comprising a chamber ( | 2012-01-26 |
20120021127 | MATERIAL FOR CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION AND PROCESS FOR FORMING SILICON-CONTAINING THIN FILM USING SAME - A material for chemical vapor deposition containing an organic silicon-containing compound represented by formula: HSiCl(NR | 2012-01-26 |
20120021128 | SUBSTRATE TRANSPORT MECHANISM CONTACTING A SINGLE SIDE OF A FLEXIBLE WEB SUBSTRATE FOR ROLL-TO-ROLL THIN FILM DEPOSITION - Systems and methods for depositing a thin film on a flexible substrate involve guiding the flexible substrate along a spiral transport path back and forth between spaced-apart first and second precursor zones so that the substrate transits through the first and second precursor zones multiple times and each time through an intermediate isolation zone without mechanically contacting an outer surface of the substrate with a substrate transport mechanism, thereby inhibiting mechanical damage to the thin film deposited on the outer surface, which may improve barrier layer performance of the thin film. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021129 | MANUFACTURE METHOD OF METAL PLATE SUBSTRATE FOR COMPUTER-TO-PLATE OF INKJET PRINTING - A method for preparing a metal substrate for inkjet CTP, comprising: treating a metal substrate by anodizing or non-anodizing (such as sandpaper burnishing, sand blasting, polishing, or brushing), and then applying a hydrophilic polymer paint on the surface of the metal substrate. Due to the existence of nano-size or micron-size oxide particles in the hydrophilic polymer paint, the metal substrate has high specific surface energy, while the metal substrate has a certain roughness, therefore the metal substrate has ink absorbency and good abrasive resistance. The metal substrate can reduce the spread of ink droplets and produces print image having better resolution and definition. The non-anodizing method can avoid environmental pollution which is caused by waste acid and waste alkali discharge of anodizing method. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021130 | METHOD FOR INHIBITING DECOMPOSITION OF METAL SULFIDE-CONTAINING MATERIAL - This invention provides methods of producing a crosslinked lipid coating on a metal sulfide-containing material using a chemical initiator. The crosslinked lipid coating attached to the surface of the material prevents dissolution or oxidation of the material. The methods may be useful to prevent oxidation and leaking of sulfide-containing material in the environment and may be used in the control of environmental pollution. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021131 | METHOD OF APPLYING GELCOAT AND AN ARRANGEMENT PERFORMING SAID METHOD - The present invention relates in general to a method of manufacturing fibre-reinforced parts for a wind power plant, such as a blade, in an open mould. More specifically the invention relates to a process step of applying at least one layer of gelcoat on a interior surface of said open mould prior to arranging at least one layer of material comprising fibre and to an arrangement that can be used in performing said method. The process step comprises to apply the gelcoat from a first end portion of the mould and to a second end portion of the mould and to cover the open mould from said first end portion to said second end portion gradually as gelcoat is applied. The arrangement comprises means for applying gelcoat to the interior surface of the mould ( | 2012-01-26 |
20120021132 | Method of Fabricating Thin Film by Microplasma Processing and Apparatus for Same - Provided is a method of fabricating, with satisfactory adhesion, a thin film of a metal or a metallic-compound, such as a metal oxide or nitride, on a substrate made of a high-melting-point material such as silicon or ceramics by using a metal or metallic-compound target as the primary raw material so as to eliminate the necessity of using harmful gases such as organometallic gas, and by using an atmospheric-pressure plasma generated under atmospheric pressure as a reaction field and also as a heat source. Additionally provided is an apparatus for fabricating the thin film. The thin-film fabrication method by microplasma processing includes the steps of disposing a raw material for thin-film fabrication in one or more tubes (A) having a uniform inner diameter throughout, introducing an inert gas and applying a high-frequency voltage to the narrow tubes (A) to generate high-frequency plasma in the narrow tubes (A), heating/evaporating the raw material while maintaining the flow rate of the plasma gas in the narrow tubes (A) and maintaining the plasma gas temperature high, ejecting the evaporated material from the narrow tubes (A) to spray it onto the substrate, heating the substrate with the plasma, and depositing the sprayed material on the substrate under atmospheric pressure. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021133 | POWDER HOPPER WITH QUIET ZONE, A COMBINATION OF A POWDER HOPPER AND A POWDER SPRAY GUN AND A METHOD OF OPERATING A POWDER HOPPER - A powder hopper is provided with a low turbulence zone for supplying powder to a spray gun. The low turbulence zone is defined by a baffle inside the hopper with the low turbulence zone being within a volume of the baffle, and an annular zone between the baffle and the hopper is used to bulk feed powder into the hopper. The low turbulence zone may alternatively be in the annular zone with powder added to the volume of the baffle. One preferred application for this hopper is in connection with the use of fine powder coating materials to coat the interior of small diameter cans. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021134 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR COATING WITH REDUCED DEFECTS - A process and apparatus for producing a polymer coating with reduced defects is described. The process includes coating a solution of a polymerizable material and a solvent on a substrate, polymerizing a portion of the polymerizable material, and removing a major portion of the solvent after polymerization of the portion of polymerizable material. A further polymerization of any remaining polymerizable material can occur after removal of the solvent. The apparatus includes a webline for conveying a substrate from an unwind roll to a windup roll, a coating section proximate the unwind roll for coating a solution of a polymerizable material and a solvent on the substrate, a polymerization section downweb from the coating section for polymerizing a portion of the polymerizable material, and a solvent removal section downweb from the polymerization section for removing the solvent after polymerization of the portion of the polymerizable material. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021135 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING EYEGLASS LENS - An aspect of the present invention relates to a method of manufacturing an eyeglass lens comprising a primer layer and a hardcoat layer in this order on a substrate, which comprises coating a waterborne resin composition in which a resin component is dispersed or dissolved in a water-based solvent on the substrate and then removing the water-based solvent to form the primer layer; and directly coating a hardcoat liquid comprising a curable component and a solvent on the primer layer that has been formed and then conducting a curing process to form the hardcoat layer. An exclusion range including solubility parameter SP1 of the waterborne resin composition is set and a solvent having a solubility parameter outside the exclusion range that has been set is utilized for preparing the hardcoat liquid. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021136 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING PLASMA DEPOSITION UNIFORMITY - A plasma process uniformity control apparatus comprises a plasma chamber defined by chamber walls and a plurality of magnetic elements disposed on the outside of the chamber walls. Each of the plurality of magnets is configured to supply a magnetic field directed at respective portions of the plasma inside the chamber to control the uniformity of the plasma directed toward the target substrate. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021137 | CUTTING TOOL - A method for manufacturing a cutting tool includes the steps of providing a body of cermet or cemented carbide, having a cutting edge with an edge radius R | 2012-01-26 |
20120021138 | NANOLAYER DEPOSITION PROCESS FOR COMPOSITE FILMS - A NanoLayer Deposition (NLD) process for depositing composite films of tertiary, quaternary, pentanary, and hexary stoichiometric films is provided. The inventive deposition process is a cyclic process consisting of a sequence of thin film deposition and treatment steps to obtain a desired film stoichiometry. The deposition steps are not self-limiting as in atomic layer deposition. In one embodiment for depositing a compound oxide film, the deposition process comprises a first deposition, followed by a hydrogen-containing plasma treatment, a second deposition followed by a hydrogen-containing plasma treatment, and then a third deposition followed by a hydrogen-containing plasma and then an oxygen-containing plasma treatment to produce a stoichiometric quaternary film. The cyclic process is repeated until the desired overall film thickness is achieved. The inventive process is used to fabricate high k dielectric films, ferroelectric films, piezoelectric films, and other complex oxides. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021139 | MANUFACTURING METHOD OF DISPLAY DEVICE AND MOLD THEREFOR - A method of manufacturing a display device in which a film deposited on a substrate through openings in a covering layer is easily removed from the covering layer, is described herein, includes forming a master layer having a predetermined pattern of openings on a base substrate; spraying a light shielding material on the master layer; fabricating a mold provided with the light shielding film by forming a moldable material layer on the base substrate and the master layer; curing the moldable material layer and the light shielding material; arranging, pressurizing, and exposing the mold on an insulation substrate having a photosensitive film formed thereon after separating the mold from the master layer; and developing the photosensitive film after separating the mold from the insulation substrate. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021140 | IMPRINT LITHOGRAPHY ALIGNMENT METHOD AND APPARATUS - A method of aligning a template and a substrate for imprint lithography involves using a mask pattern of the template and a luminescent marker pattern of the substrate, the method including aligning the template mask pattern and the substrate marker pattern using a radiation intensity measurement of radiation emitted by the luminescent marker pattern and having passed the template mask pattern. The mask pattern and the luminescent marker pattern may each be shaped to provide a turning point in the intensity of detected radiation emitted from the marker pattern, and passing through the mask pattern to a detector, as a function of relative displacement at the aligned position. The displacement of the template and substrate may be aligned by identifying the turning point in radiation intensity. The marker pattern may be fluorescent with the emitted radiation excited by a radiation source. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021141 | COMPOSITION FOR LIQUID CRYSTAL ALIGNMENT LAYER AND LIQUID CRYSTAL ALIGNMENT LAYER - The present invention relates to a composition for liquid crystal alignment layer used to provide a liquid crystal alignment layer that exhibits excellent alignment and maintains stable alignment without disturbance despite external stress such as electrical/thermal stress, a liquid crystal alignment layer, and a liquid crystal cell. The composition for liquid crystal alignment layer comprises a norbornene-based polymer having a photoreactive group, a binder, a reactive mesogen, and a photoinitiator. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021142 | ALIGNMENT LAYER COMPOSITION, ALIGNMENT LAYER PREPARED WITH THE SAME, PREPARATION METHOD OF ALIGNMENT LAYER, OPTICAL FILM CONTAINING THE SAME, AND DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING THE OPTICAL FILM - The present invention relates to a liquid crystal alignment layer composition showing excellent adhesive strength to a substrate and a liquid crystal layer and excellent homeotropic alignment of liquid crystals, a liquid crystal alignment layer prepared with the same, a preparation method of the liquid crystal alignment layer, an optical film including the liquid crystal alignment layer, and a display device including the same. According to the present invention, provided are a liquid crystal alignment layer composition which comprises 1-50 wt % of a photocurable resin binder, 0.01-5 wt % of an amine compound selected from the group consisting of primary and secondary amino-based coupling agents, 0.1-5 wt % of a photoinitiator, and the remainder solvent; a method for preparing a liquid crystal alignment layer by coating the substrate with the liquid crystal alignment layer composition, removing the solvent, and curing the liquid crystal alignment layer composition; an alignment layer which is prepared with the liquid crystal alignment layer composition of the present invention; an optical film which comprises the substrate, the alignment layer, and a liquid crystal layer formed on the alignment layer; and a display device including the optical film. The liquid crystal alignment layer formed with the liquid crystal alignment layer composition of the present invention has excellent adhesive strength to the substrate and to an upper liquid crystal layer, and provides excellent homeotropic alignment to liquid crystals. The optical film of the present invention can be applied to a polarizer by itself and can be very helpfully used as a retardation film or a view angle compensation film in various types of LCD modes such as IPS mode and the like. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021143 | DISPLAY DEVICE - A display device capable of improving the contrast ratio and having a polarizing layer formed by applying shear stress to a material containing a dye having a lyotropic liquid crystallinity to align the molecule of the dye, wherein the display device has an underlayer film forming a base for the polarizing layer, the molecule of the dye has a sulfo group, and the underlayer film comprises a material having a basic surface functional group. | 2012-01-26 |
20120021144 | MESOGENIC STABILIZERS - The present invention relates to compounds represented by the following Formula I, | 2012-01-26 |
20120021145 | Biodegradable Sorbent Devices For Use In Liquid Spills - The present invention relates to the development and manufacture of sorbent products and devices suitable for use in hydrocarbon, universal and hazmat applications that are composed of structural components and/or sorbent materials that are fully biodegradable and landfill friendly. The structural components and/or sorbents may be derived from biodegradable polypropylene or biodegradable natural materials and combined in different sizes, shapes and configurations. | 2012-01-26 |