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20090019950 | System and Method For Stimulation And Characterization Of Biologic materials - A multi-sample biologic material stimulation and characterization system includes individual flow paths for each sample. Each individual flow path can maintain sterile conditions and may be chemically monitored. The mean flow rate and pulsatile flow rate through each sample may be individually controlled. Pressure at the sample is controlled independently of the flow rate through downstream variable flow restrictors. An axial force may be applied to each sample. A radial force may be applied via hydrostatic pressure of chamber fluid surrounding each sample. A real-time controller manages the system and saves information gathered from the transducers and actuators of the system. | 01-22-2009 |
20090282927 | Multi-sample Conditioning System - A multi-sample conditioning system may include a sample chamber for each sample or a sample chamber holding one or more samples. Multiple samples enable replication for statistical analysis and individual sample chambers enable individual nutrient flow profiles for each sample. A mechanical imbalance may be created when a sample chamber is removed or when samples of different stiffness are conditioned together. The mechanical imbalance may result in an undesired alteration of the desired conditioning profile and increase the variation in the conditioning profile applied to each sample. An asymmetric-loading support assembly provides a low friction support to reduce the undesired alteration of the desired conditioning profile applied to the samples and reduce unwanted reaction loads on the conditioning drive mechanisms. The asymmetric-loading support assembly preferably includes a flexure as the low-friction, high-stiffness support. Other examples that can provide low-friction, high-stiffness support include air bearings, magnetic bearings, and hydraulic bearings. | 11-19-2009 |
20090286306 | SAMPLE CHAMBER VOLUME REDUCER - An apparatus includes a chamber insert capable of being received by a sample chamber of a conditioning system. The received chamber insert reduces the volume of the sample chamber and defines a cavity that substantially surrounds a sample holder located in the sample chamber. | 11-19-2009 |
20130160577 | System for Mechanical Stimulation and Characterization of Biologic Samples - A system for applying mechanical stimulation to a biologic sample includes a first biologic sample chamber having a biologic sample holder therein, a support structure for holding the first biologic sample chamber, and a first actuator that can supply a mechanical load to a biologic sample held by the biologic sample holder. The actuator is configured to move into a first position proximate to the chamber in which the actuator can transmit the load to the biologic sample via a first transmission path that includes the biologic sample holder. A controller is configured to automatically move the first actuator into the first position. | 06-27-2013 |
20150017719 | Securing Apparatus and Method - A securing apparatus includes a housing, a cam member, and a movable device that can be moved in a first direction to engage a first surface of the cam member to cause the cam member to move from a first position to a second position. When the cam member is in the first position, first and second movable members can be moved relative to the housing. When the cam member is in the second position, second and third surfaces of the cam member press respectively against the first and second movable members to trap the first and second movable members respectively between the second and third surfaces of the cam member and the housing such that the first and second movable members are fixed relative to the housing. | 01-15-2015 |
20150329816 | Bioreactor Chamber - A bioreactor system includes a sample chamber capable of receiving a specimen and a cover which can be placed on the chamber to enclose the specimen within the chamber. A first member is movable between (i) a closed position in which the member restricts the cover from being moved away from the chamber in a first direction, and (ii) an open position in which the member does not restrict the cover from being moved away from the chamber. When the first member is in the closed position there is a substantially liquid proof seal between the cover and the chamber. | 11-19-2015 |
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20090029890 | AZEOTROPIC-LIKE COMPOSITIONS WITH 1-METHOXY-2-PROPANOL - Azeotrope-like compositions comprising 1-methoxy-2-propanol and a hydrofluoroether, and uses thereof, are described. | 01-29-2009 |
20090186799 | TERNARY AZEOTROPIC-LIKE COMPOSITIONS WITH 1,1,1,2,3,3-HEXAFLUORO-3-METHOXY-PROPANE AND TRANS-1,2-DICHLOROETHYLENE - Ternary azeotrope and azeotrope-like compositions containing 1,1,1,2,3,3-hexafluoro-3-methoxy-propane, trans-1,2-dichloroethylene and a third component, and methods of using azeotropes and azeotrope-like compositions to clean substrates, deposit coatings, transfer thermal energy, and lubricate working operations are described. | 07-23-2009 |
20090186800 | TERNARY AZEOTROPIC-LIKE COMPOSITIONS WITH 1,1,1,2,3,3-HEXAFLUORO-3-METHOXY-PROPANE AND 1-BROMOPROPANE - Ternary azeotrope and azeotrope-like compositions containing 1,1,1,2,3,3-hexafluoro-3-methoxy-propane, 1-bromopropane and a third component, and uses thereof, are described. | 07-23-2009 |
20100200797 | AZEOTROPIC-LIKE COMPOSITIONS WITH 1,1,1,2,3,3-HEXAFLUORO-3-METHOXY-PROPANE AND 1-BROMOPROPANE - Azeotrope-like compositions comprising 1-bromopropane and 1,1,1,2,3,3-hexafluoro-3-methoxy-propane, and uses thereof, are described. | 08-12-2010 |
20110065620 | TERNARY AZEOTROPES CONTAINING 1,1,2,2,3,4,5,5,5-DECAFLUORO-3-METHOXY-4-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)-PENTANE AND COMPOSITIONS MADE THEREFROM - Compositions are provided that include blends that consist essentially of 1,1,1,2,2,3,4,5,5,5-decafluoro-3-methoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)pentane, trans-1,2-dichloroethylene, and a third component. The third component is selected from methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, t-butanol, and 1-propanol. The blends form ternary azeotropes. Provided compositions can be useful for cleaning electronic parts, as coating solvent components, as heat transfer fluids, and as lubricants. | 03-17-2011 |
20120280189 | PERFLUOROKETONES AS GASEOUS DIELECTRICS - A gaseous dielectric comprising a perfluoroketone of the formula R | 11-08-2012 |
20120286192 | AZEOTROPE-LIKE COMPOSITIONS WITH 1,1,1,3,3-PENTAFLUOROBUTANE - Azeotrope-like compositions comprising a blend of 1,1,1,3,3-pentafluorobutane and one of perfluoroheptane or perfluoro-N-methylmorpholine, and uses thereof, are described. | 11-15-2012 |
20130269958 | FLUORINATED OXIRANES AS FIRE EXTINGUISHING COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF EXTINGUISHING FIRES THEREWITH - Fire extinguishing compositions and methods for extinguishing, controlling, or preventing fires are described wherein the extinguishing agent includes a fluorinated oxirane alone, or in admixture with a co-extinguishing agent selected from hydrofluorocarbons, hydrochlorofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons, perfluoropolyethers, hydrofluoroethers, hydrofluoropolyethers, chlorofluorocarbons, bromofluorocarbons, bromochlorofluorocarbons, iodofluorocarbons, hydrobromofluorocarbons, fluorinated ketones, hydrobromocarbons, fluorinated olefins, hydrofluoroolefins, fluorinated sulfones, fluorinated vinylethers, and mixtures thereof. Also described are methods of preventing or extinguishing fires by introducing these compositions into an air-containing enclosed area and maintaining the composition in an amount sufficient to suppress combustion of combustible material in that enclosed area. | 10-17-2013 |
20130292614 | FLUORINATED OXIRANES AS DIELECTRIC FLUIDS - An electrical device containing as a component a C | 11-07-2013 |
20140058003 | POLYMERIC FOAMS INCLUDING FLUORINATED OXIRANES, METHODS OF PREPARATION, AND USE OF SAME - Foamable compositions are provided that include at least one blowing agent, at least one foamable polymer or a precursor composition thereof, and a nucleating agent. The nucleating agent includes a fluorinated oxirane which, in some embodiments, can have up to a maximum of three hydrogen atoms. The fluorinated oxiranes can have a total of from about 2 to about 12 carbon atoms. Also provided is a process for preparing a polymeric foam and a composition that includes a blowing agent and a nucleating agent comprising a fluorinated oxirane. | 02-27-2014 |
20140093641 | LUBRICANT COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING FLUOROOXIRANES - An lubricant composition comprising a C | 04-03-2014 |
20140311146 | FLUORINATED OXIRANES AS ORGANIC RANKINE CYCLE WORKING FLUIDS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - A process and an apparatus for converting thermal energy into mechanical energy in a Rankine cycle is provided. The process and apparatus include a working fluid that comprises a fluorinated oxirane. The fluorinated oxirane can contain substantially no hydrogen atoms bonded to carbon atoms and can have from about 4 to about 9 carbon atoms. The process can drive a turbine and, in some embodiments, generate electricity. | 10-23-2014 |
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20090202443 | METHODS OF IMPROVING SKIN QUALITY - Methods of improving skin quality are disclosed. Generally, the methods include topically administering an IRM compound to a treatment area of skin for a period of time and in an amount effective for improving the quality of the skin. Suitable IRM compound compounds include agonists of one or more TLRs. | 08-13-2009 |
20100197722 | Treatment for basal cell carcinoma - The present invention provides a method of treating basal cell carcinoma in a subject. Generally, the method includes administering to the subject an amount of IRM compound effective for treating basal cell carcinoma in a treatment cycle that includes at least two consecutive days in which the IRM compound is administered and at least one day in which the IRM compound is not administered. | 08-05-2010 |
20110275662 | METHODS OF IMPROVING SKIN QUALITY - Methods of improving skin quality are disclosed. Generally, the methods include topically administering an IRM compound to a treatment area of skin for a period of time and in an amount effective for improving the quality of the skin. Suitable IRM compound compounds include agonists of one or more TLRs. | 11-10-2011 |
20120035205 | TREATMENT FOR BASAL CELL CARCINOMA - The present invention provides a method of treating basal cell carcinoma in a subject. Generally, the method includes administering to the subject an amount of IRM compound effective for treating basal cell carcinoma in a treatment cycle that includes at least two consecutive days in which the IRM compound is administered and at least one day in which the IRM compound is not administered. | 02-09-2012 |
20130149341 | METHODS OF IMPROVING SKIN QUALITY - Methods of improving skin quality are disclosed. Generally, the methods include topically administering an IRM compound to a treatment area of skin for a period of time and in an amount effective for improving the quality of the skin. Suitable IRM compound compounds include agonists of one or more TLRs. | 06-13-2013 |