| 44th week of 2014 patent applcation highlights part 46 |
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| 20140322323 | PHARMACEUTICAL DOSAGE FORM - The invention relates to a pharmaceutical dosage form, preferably with controlled release of a pharmacologically active compound (A) contained therein, the pharmaceutical dosage form very preferably being tamper-resistant and most preferably having a breaking strength B | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322324 | Composition For The Treatment Of Bacterial Infections - Composition for use in treating bacterial infections, comprising a concentrate or an extract of | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322325 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS PROVIDING ENHANCED DRUG CONCENTRATIONS - A drug in a solubility-improved form is combined with a concentration-enhancing polymer in a sufficient amount so that the combination provides substantially enhanced drug concentration in a use environment relative to a control comprising the same amount of the same solubility-improved form of drug without the concentration-enhancing polymer. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322326 | PARTICLES COMPRISING A RELEASABLE DOPANT THEREIN - A process for making particles comprising a hydrophobic dopant for subsequent release therefrom is disclosed. The process comprises providing an emulsion comprising a hydrophilic phase and a hydrophobic phase dispersed in the hydrophilic phase, and reacting the precursor material to form the particles comprising the dopant therein. The hydrophobic phase comprises a precursor material and the dopant. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322327 | DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR SUSTAINED DELIVERY OF BIOACTIVE AGENTS - A drug delivery system for sustained delivery of bioactive agents, the system includes a matrix including nanofibrillated cellulose derived from plant based material and at least one bioactive agent, and at least one support selected from synthetic polymers, bio compounds and natural polymers. Also, methods for the manufacture of the system and methods of using it. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322328 | DRY POWDER FORMULATIONS AND METHODS OF USE - The subject technology relates generally to pulmonary delivery of NSAIDs, such as aspirin. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322329 | MULTIPURPOSE GEL FOR VAGINAL DRYNESS WITH DIRECT AND DELAYED EFFECT - The present invention relates to topical vaginal compositions in gel form containing immune mediators, growth factors, chemotactic factors and antibacterial/antiviral factors extracted from bovine colostrum, and optionally other ingredients with complementary activity. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322330 | METHODS FOR FORMING MINIEMULSIONS AND USE THEREOF FOR DELIVERING BIOACTIVE AGENTS - The present invention relates to methods of forming miniemulsions and use of the miniemulsions as a delivery system for bioactive agents. In particular, the present invention relates to methods for forming a miniemulsion comprising providing a first phase comprising a hydrophilic surfactant, lipophillic surfactant and water and a second phase comprising a lipid, wherein said miniemulsion comprises emulsified particles having a mean diameter of 1 μm or less. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322331 | CALCIPOTRIOL MONOHYDRATE NANOCRYSTALS - Calcipotriol monohydrate nanocrystals prepared by the process disclosed herein may be incorporated in a pharmaceutical composition for use in the prevention or treatment of dermal diseases and conditions. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322332 | ANTAGONISTS OF MUC1 - The present invention is directed to improved compositions for cellular delivery of peptides. Using segments of only 3-5 positively-charged residues, one can effectively transfer peptides, including therapeutic peptides, into cells. Also provided are modified peptides such as those include stapled and cyclized peptide technology, as well as peptoids/peptidomimetics. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322333 | CHELATED NANOCERIA FOR THE TREATMENT OF OXIDATIVE STRESS - A process for making cerium-containing nanoparticles with biocompatible stabilizers is described, wherein an aqueous reaction mixture comprising cerous ion, citric acid, a stabilizer (chelator) selected from the group consisting of nitrilotriacetic acid, ethylene glycol tetraacetic acid and diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid, and an oxidant, is provided, followed by a heating step to effectively form the nanoparticles. These biocompatible nanoparticles can be used to treat oxidative stress related diseases and events, such as ischemic stroke. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322334 | ORAL SOLID PREPARATION COMPRISING ARIPIPRAZOLE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING ORAL SOLID PREPARATION COMPRISING ARIPIPRAZOLE - [Object] An object of the present invention is to provide an oral solid preparation that can be produced in a simpler manner than conventional methods, that exhibits high bioavailability and high dissolubility even in persons having low stomach acid, and that can also ensure dissolubility after being allowed to stand for a certain period of time. Another object is to provide a simple method for producing the oral solid preparation. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322335 | SUSPENSIONS OF CYCLOSPORIN A FORM 2 - Disclosed herein are methods of formulating cyclosporin A Form 2. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322336 | SUSTAINED-RELEASE MICROSPHERES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME - Provided, among other things, are compositions and methods for making sustained-release microspheres, as well as a microsphere delivery system for the sustained release of an active agent. The microsphere delivery system comprises a homogenous mixture of biodegradable polymer, active agent, and a so-called release-modifying agent (including a pH-stabilizing agent), and provides protected and sustained release of active agents from the microsphere delivery system. According to the invention, the microspheres preferably are produced by an oil-in-water emulsion method that involves the production of a homogeneous oil phase prepared by mixing active agent and a release-modifying agent, such as arginine, with biodegradable polymer, each dissolved in organic solvent. The homogeneous oil phase desirably is then dispersed in an aqueous phase containing an emulsifying agent, followed by solvent removal, to produce the microspheres in which the active agent and release-modifying agent are distributed homogeneously throughout the biodegradable polymer matrix. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322337 | HEAT GENERATING NANOMATERIALS - The present invention relates to a heat-generating composition, comprising a hetero-structure nanomaterial which comprises (a) a first material comprising at least one component selected from the group consisting of a metal, a metal chalcogen, a metal pnicogen, an alloy and a multi-component hybrid structure thereof; and (b) a second material comprising at least one component selected from the group consisting of metal, metal chalcogen, metal pnicogen, alloy and the multi-component hybrid structure thereof; wherein the first material is enclosed in the second material; wherein at least one of the first material and the second material comprise a magnetic material. The specific loss power of the present nanomaterial is much higher than that of conventional nanomaterials (e.g., 40-fold higher than commercially accessible Feridex) and may be controlled by changing compositions or ratios of the first material and/or the second material. The heat-generating nanomaterial of the present invention may be used in a variety of application fields, for example cancer hyperthermia. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322338 | FLURBIPROFEN FORMULATIONS - This invention relates to a pharmaceutical formulation, characterized by comprising flurbiprofen and polyvinylcaprolactam-polyvinyl acetate-polyethylene glycol graft copolymer. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322339 | METHODS FOR CONTROLLING LEAF-CUTTING ANTS - Methods and compositions for controlling leaf-cutting ants. More particularly, methods and kits for controlling leaf-cutting ants by serially supplying different formulations, and a method for increasing production of conidia of the | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322340 | PROTEIN-POLYSACCHARIDE CONJUGATES AND USE FOR ENCAPSULATING NUTRACEUTICALS FOR CLEAR BEVERAGE APPLICATIONS - The present invention provides protein (or peptide)-polysaccharide (or oligosaccharide) conjugates (PPC) as nanocapsular vehicles for nanoencapsulation of biologically active compounds, particularly nutraceuticals. The PPCs efficiently protect both hydrophobic (i.e., water insoluble) and hydrophilic (i.e., water soluble) nutraceuticals, to provide a composition which, when added to a beverage, disperses so as to provide a clear or transparent solution. In some embodiments, the PPCs are Maillard reaction based PPCs. Advantageously, the conjugates of the present invention protect the nutraceuticals from degradation, both during shelf life and upon gastric digestion. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322341 | NOVEL HEMOSTATIC PATCH AND USES THEREOF - Disclosed herein is a novel hemostatic patch that may be used to control and/or arrest bleeding in patients. The patch offers an effective but also minimally invasive way to control and/or arrest bleeding in a patient. The patch comprises a mucoadhesive and a compound that causes vasoconstriction. In a preferred aspect, the patch comprises chitosan and Neuropeptide Y. Also disclosed are methods of using the novel hemostatic patch. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322342 | CO-ENCAPSULATION OF LIVE CELLS WITH OXYGEN-GENERATING PARTICLES - Microcapsules are described that comprise (a) a liquid aqueous or hydrogel core; (b) a semipermeable membrane surrounding said core; (c) live animal cells (e.g., pancreatic cells) in the core; and (d) oxygen-generating particles in said core, said oxygen-generating particles included in said microcapsules in an amount sufficient to lengthen the duration of viability of said animal cells in said microcapsules. Compositions comprising such microcapsules and uses thereof, such as in treating diabetes, are also described. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322343 | SUSTAINED-RELEASE FORMULATIONS OF TOPIRAMATE - Pharmaceutical compositions of topiramate for once-a-day oral administration are provided. The formulations comprise a sustained-release component and an optional immediate-release component, the compositions of which can be selectively adjusted, respectively, to release the active ingredient along a pre-determined release profile. Method of treating or preventing pathological disorders in mammalian subjects comprising the administration of the novel formulations disclosed herein is also provided. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322344 | VACCINE PREPARATION FOR CANCER TREATMENT - A vaccine preparation for treating cancer includes a complex of a hydrophobized polysaccharide and at least one synthetic long peptide derived from a tumor-specific antigenic protein and/or a pathogen-derived antigenic protein. The at least one synthetic long peptide contains at least one CD8+ cytotoxic T-cell recognition epitope and at least one CD4+ helper T-cell recognition epitope. The complex is simultaneously administered to the patient with at least one immunopotentiating agent. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322345 | NOVEL SLOW-RELEASING OPHTHALMIC COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING POVIDONE IODINE - The present invention provides novel slow-releasing ophthalmic compositions containing Povidone Iodine (PVP-I) and uses thereof in the treatment of acute infections of at least one eye tissue from bacterial, mycobacterial, viral, fungal, or amoebic causes and for preventing such infections in appropriate clinical settings. Each of the ophthalmic compositions contains povidone iodine, osmotic pressure regulator, suspending agent and EDTA-Na, wherein povidone iodine exists as microsphere particles formed by PVP-I and sodium alginate. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322346 | SOLVENT-FREE PROCESS FOR OBTAINING PHOSPHOLIPIDS AND NEUTRAL ENRICHED KRILL OILS - The invention discloses a new solvent-free process for obtaining phospholipids and neutral lipids enriched krill oils containing DHA and EPA poly-unsaturated fatty acids and astaxanthin. The process includes cooking fresh krill at high temperature—without agitation and or grinding; decanting the cooked krill for obtaining a partial de-fatted and de-watered solid and a liquid; squeezing the obtained solid to obtain a press liquid and a solid fraction; centrifuging the press liquid to obtain the phospholipids enriched krill oil; centrifuging of the decanter liquid obtained to obtain the neutral lipid enriched krill oil and stickwater. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322347 | ORAL LIQUID FOR TREATING ALLERGIC COUGH - A medicine for treating allergic cough comprises 5 to 25 parts by weight of | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322348 | COMBINATIONS OF ANTIFUNGAL COMPOUNDS AND TEA TREE OIL - There is disclosed a method for treating a plant infection caused by a fungus of the class oomycetes, comprising applying to the plant a combination of tea tree oil (TTO) and a synthetic fungicidal compound. Other embodiments are also disclosed. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322349 | Microbicidal composition comprising hydrogen peroxide and aminocarboxylic acids - The invention relates to a microbicidal composition comprising hydrogen peroxide, peroxycarboxylic acid, and aminocarboxylic acid. The hydrogen peroxide and peroxycarboxylic acid form associations with the aminocarboxylic acid that enhances the microbicidal efficacy of the composition. The invention further discloses methods for its use. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322350 | SYNERGISTIC ANTIMICROBIAL PREPARATIONS CONTAINING CHLORITE AND HYDROGEN PEROXIDE - An anti-microbial preservative for use in ophthalmic and dermatologic products. The preservative includes from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.20 wt. % chlorite compound and from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.05 wt. % peroxy compound. Additionally, the preservative does not generate chlorine dioxide within the pH range of 5.0-8.8. Also included are an antimicrobial ophthalmic and dermatologic compositions for direct application onto an eye or skin of a living being including from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.20 wt. % chlorite compound and from about 0.005 wt. % to about 0.05 wt. % peroxy compound. Also included are methods for treating dryness of the eyes and skin disorders (e.g., wounds, burns, infections, ulcerations, psoriasis, etc.) and for disinfecting and cleansing contact lenses while in place upon an eye by applying the composition to the eye or to the contact lens. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322351 | BIOFILM-REMOVING ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - The present invention provides novel compositions comprising: (a) a metaperiodate and (b) chlorhexidine or a chlorohexidine salt and uses thereof for the preparation of devices, and in particular medical devices, susceptible to colonization by biofilm forming bacteria. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322352 | Antimicrobial Composition for Animal Welfare - An antimicrobial solution for disinfecting or removing micro-organisms from a surface used by animals or for use as an animal shampoo is described. The solution is active against bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including enveloped viruses, and skin disorders related to insect infestation. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322353 | COPPER-AND-TITANIUM-CONTAINING COMPOSITION AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREFOR - The Cu- and Ti-containing composition of the present invention contains titanium oxide having a rutile-type titanium oxide content of 15 mol % or more, and at least one divalent copper compound represented by the following formula (1). The Cu- and Ti-containing composition production method of the present invention is characterized by including stirring a mixture containing titanium oxide having a rutile-type titanium oxide content of 15 mol % or more, a divalent copper compound raw material represented by formula (2), water, and an alkaline compound, to thereby cause precipitation. The composition of the present invention exhibits excellent anti-viral property under light and in the dark, and excellent organic compound decomposition activity under light. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322354 | TISSUE & BLOOD-BASED MIRNA BIOMARKERS FOR THE DIAGNOSIS, PROGNOSIS AND METASTASIS-PREDICTIVE POTENTIAL IN COLORECTAL CANCER - Methods and compositions for the diagnosis, prognosis and classification of cancer, especially colorectal cancer, are provided. For example, in certain aspects methods for cancer prognosis using expression or methylation analysis of selected biomarkers are described. Particular aspects of the present invention may include methods and biomarkers for diagnosing or detecting colorectal cancer or metastasis in a subject by measuring a level of expression of biomarker miRNA such as miR-885-5p in the sample from the subject and evaluating the risk of developing cancer or metastasis in the subject. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322355 | HETEROCYCLIC MODULATORS OF LIPID SYNTHESIS - Compounds that are fatty acid synthesis modulators are provided. The compounds may be used to treat disorders characterized by disregulation of the fatty acid synthase function by modulating the function and/or the fatty acid synthase pathway. Methods are provided for treating such disorders including viral infections, such as hepatitis C infection, cancer and metabolic disorders. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322356 | CTC BIOMARKER ASSAY TO COMBAT BREAST CANCER BRAIN METASTASIS - Embodiments of the present invention concern methods related to treating, prognosticating and/or diagnosing at least brain metastatic breast cancer. Embodiments of the methods include characterizing circulating tumor cells for the presence or absence of EpCAM and, upon identification of EpCAM negative cells and identification of the status of other markers (such as heparanase and/or Notch1, for example), treating the individual based on the determination of the characterization. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322357 | L-ARABINOSE PLUS CHROMIUM FOR CONTROLLING THE METABOLIZATION OF SUCROSE - The invention is directed to a composition comprising chromium and L-Arabinose. The invention is also directed to a method for decreasing the metabolization of sucrose in a host in need thereof by administering a composition comprising chromium and L-Arabinose to a host and a method for inhibiting the glycemic response to a meal containing sucrose in a host in need thereof by administering a composition comprising chromium and L-Arabinose to a host. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322358 | Compositions and methods for amelioration of chronic renal failure and related symptoms in domestic animals - The present invention is generally directed to compositions and methods for amelioration chronic renal failure and related symptoms in domestic animals. In one case, the present invention is directed to a composition for the treatment of chronic renal failure in a domestic animal or symptoms related to chronic renal failure. The composition comprises a Fruit- and Vegetable-Based Additive. In another case, the present invention is directed to a composition for the treatment of chronic renal failure in a domestic animal or symptoms related to chronic renal failure. The composition comprises a Cesium and/or Rubidium salt. In another case, the present invention is directed to a composition for the treatment of chronic renal failure in a domestic animal or symptoms related to chronic renal failure. The composition comprises a Dehydrated Domestic Animal Food and a Phosphate Binder. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322359 | HUMAN HOMEOBOX GENE VENTX AND MACROPHAGE TERMINAL DIFFERENTIATION AND ACTIVATION, COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS THEREOF - The invention relates to a unique formulated pharmaceutical composition and a novel treatment method of intratumoral injection. The pharmaceutical composition of the invention is the saturated ionic solution of sodium ions and calcium ions (the “medicinal ion bomb”). The invention of intratumoral injection with the “medicinal ion bomb” can be used as the first-line treatment in treating cancer and tumor in nine human organs (carcinoma and tumor of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, breast, prostate, thyroid, lung, liver, genital organ, brain and pancreas) and certain other benign diseases (skin and subcutaneous neoplasm, breast fibrocystic change, benign prostatic hyperplasia and thyroid nodules). | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322360 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR ATTRACTING BLOOD-SUCKING ARTHROPODS - The invention relates to a method for producing CO2 for attracting bloodsucking arthropods ( | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322361 | PREPARATION AND COMPOSITIONS OF HIGHLY BIOAVAILABLE ZEROVALENT SULFUR AND USES THEREOF - The present invention features sulfur-rich compositions and preparations thereof that are safe and effective as hydrogen sulfide prodrugs of high bioavailability. The invention also includes methods of treating pathological conditions associated with oxidative stress using sulfur-rich compositions. The invention further includes sulfur-rich compositions as antidotes and medical food for preserving and promoting general health. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322362 | IN SITU PRODUCTION OF A BIOCIDAL BROMINE SPECIES VIA ELECTROLYSIS - This invention provides a one-stage process for generating a biocidal solution in situ, including a reaction between an ammonium salt and an electrolytically generated bromine oxidative species. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322363 | TREATMENT OF WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS TO AID IN NICOTINE USE CESSATION WITH PASSIFLORA INCARNATA - The present invention relates to the treatment of withdrawal and craving symptoms as an aid in smoking cessation by administration of one or more dosages of a medication containing | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322364 | BODY TYPE SELF-ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENTS - Methods are provided for the self-assessment and treatment of medical conditions by an untrained layperson. Such methods may comprise determining the layperson's body type by self-assessment, selecting a mixture of herbs based upon the layperson's body type, and ingesting the mixture of herbs. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322365 | METHOD FOR PREVENTING OR TREATING ARTHRITIS - The invention provides a method for preventing or treating arthritis comprising administrating to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of an extract of | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322366 | hTRPA1-ACTIVATING COMPOSITION AND USE THEREOF - A coniferyl alcohol or a Compositae family, Brassicaceae family, Umbelliferae family, Lamiaceae family, Liliaceae family or Amaranthaceae plant extract provides various uses associated with hTRPA1 activation, and, being a natural compound, involves relatively few side effects in the body and has substantial industrial applicability. The coniferyl alcohol or the Compositae family, Brassicaceae family, Umbelliferae family, Lamiaceae family, Liliaceae family or Amaranthaceae plant extract of the present invention not only will be a novel medical or food raw material which is helpful in maintaining homeostasis in the body associated with hTRPA1 activation, but can also be used to advantage in hTRPA1 antagonist screening. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322367 | Herpes Treatment - Various human diseases, including herpes, antibiotic resistant bacterial infections, cutaneous Leishmaniasis, malaria and multiple sclerosis can be treated with injections of garlic juice. The garlic juice is produced by cutting, crushing, or otherwise damaging garlic cloves, and collecting the juice. This garlic juice is dissolved in a carrier solution, such as water or saline, and then injected into the patient. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322368 | METHOD OF REDUCING AND IMPROVING THE APPEARANCE OF SCAR TISSUE - Scars, stretch marks, keloids, keratosis, and other skin lesions can be ameliorated through topical application of a composition containing a fortified botanical complex inhibiting tryptase and chymase. A flavonoid with antioxidant properties valuable in inflammatory stress; blocking the release of histamine, inhibiting leukocytic elastase and strengthening the protective properties surrounding the extracellular matrix. Primary wound healing occurs through the release of platelet derived growth factors stimulating the production of procollagen and increasing the density of water holding skin matrix cells which provide unencumbered moisture to the skin. The formula peptides are matrikines They act in synergy to restore and maintain the skin's appearance by activating the neosynthesis of extracellular matrix molecules. As messenger molecules the matrikines are capable of regulating cell activities: they interact with specific receptors to activate certain genes involved in extracellular matrix renewal and cell proliferation. Peptides also provide a major role in restructuring and restoring collagen. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322369 | Ellagitannins Rich Extracts Composition - The present invention relates to a composition consisting of ellagitannins rich extracts originated from plant extracts of the | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322370 | KIT AND METHOD FOR PREVENTING OR TREATING OBESITY - A kit and method for preventing or treating obesity are provided, which include a probe for identify a subject at risk of being obese and a composition composed of yerbe maté extract, guarana extract, and damiana extract to decrease the consumption of calories and carbohydrates, increase GLP-1 levels and decrease ghrelin levels. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322371 | BIXA ORELLANA COMPOSITION FOR TREATING MACULAR DEGENERATION - A composition includes an extract of seeds of | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322372 | Bacterial Ribonucleic Acid Cell Wall Compositions and Methods of Making and Using Them - The present invention relates to novel bacterial and mycobacterial compositions containing RNA and cell walls, and methods for making and using these compositions. These compositions have immune stimulating and anti-cancer activity. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322373 | FORMING SPHERICAL SEMICONDUCTIVE NANOPARTICLES - In certain embodiments, a material comprising one or more semiconductive substances is vaporized to generate a vapor phase condensate. The vapor phase condensate is allowed to form nanoparticles. The nanoparticles are annealed to yield substantially spherical nanoparticles. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322374 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING THREE-DIMENSIONAL OBJECTS FROM MULTIPLE SOLIDIFIABLE MATERIALS - Methods and apparatuses for making three-dimensional objects from multiple solidifiable materials is shown and described. Multiple solidifiable material container assemblies are provided for holding different solidifiable materials. Relative movement between the solidifiable material container assemblies and a build platform allows the solidifiable materials to be switched as an object is built. Several exemplary cleaning stations are provided for removing residual solidifiable materials from the surface of the three-dimensional object as it is built to better ensure smooth transitions between materials on the finished object. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322375 | ANGLED-OUTWARD TOGGLE CLAMPING TYPE VERTICAL INJECTION MOLDING MACHINE - An angled-outward toggle clamping type vertical injection molding machine is provided, in which a stationary platen is provided on a frame and a toggle mechanism is provided below the stationary platen. A coupling seat pivotally connected with the toggle arms of the toggle mechanism is fixed with tie bars which extend over above the stationary platen to assemble with the movable platen. An upper die and a lower die are respectively assembled to the movable platen and the stationary platen. When the toggle mechanism drives to open or clamp the dies, the clamping force of the dies can be increased and the action force of the toggle arms in their centered position is dispersed at two sides of the stationary platen so as to protect the stationary platen from deforming or damaging. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322376 | MOLDING MACHINE - A molding machine includes a machine table, a mold unit and a pair of positioning units. The mold unit includes first and second molds mounted on the machine table and movable between a mold-closing position and a mold-opening position. The first and second molds abut against each other in the mold-closing position. Each of the positioning units includes a first positioner connected to the first mold, and a second positioner connected to the second mold. When the first and second molds are in the mold-closing position, the first and second positioners are operable to move to a locked state, where the first positioner is held by the second positioner to restrain the first and second molds from deforming away from each other. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322377 | INJECTION MOULDING APPARATUS - An injection moulding apparatus for injection moulding articles from plastic, has a guide that extends along a plurality of stations, including at least one injection moulding station, and along the guide at least one slide can be driven successively through the stations, wherein the or each slide transports the article to be produced from station to station. The slide or the plurality of slides altogether have associated therewith a plurality of motors which are seated on the slide or the slides. The motors have associated and moved therewith lines for supplying electrical power and/or at least one line for signalling, which are coupled with a stationary electrical power source or a stationary controller, respectively. At least one of the lines is guided from one motor to another. The motors are coupled with the at least one line in respect of the transfer of electrical power and/or signals. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322378 | EXTRUSION MACHINE WITH IMPROVED TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM - An extrusion machine with improved structure, comprising an internally hollow extrusion cylinder, at least one heating element associated with the extrusion cylinder, at least one cooling fan which engages the outer surface of the extrusion cylinder, and at least one temperature probe which is inserted in the extrusion cylinder, the temperature probe facing the cavity of the extrusion cylinder and the temperature probe being adapted to be in direct contact with the extrusion material contained in the cavity of the extrusion cylinder. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322379 | EXTRUSION MOLDING DEVICE - An extrusion molding device includes a first roller, a second roller, an ejecting source, a guiding element, and a prism molding system. The second roller is located adjacent to the first roller. The injecting source is located above the first roller and the second roller. The guiding element is located at a side of the second roller away from the first roller. The prism molding system is located at a side of the guiding element away from the second roller. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322380 | DIGITAL EMBOSSING DEVICE - A device for embossing a receiver is disclosed. The device includes a means for depositing an embossing pattern of embossing particles means to press the receiver of receiver between a hard nip roller and a compliant nip roller, the pressure selected so that with a large enough load so that the embossing pattern permanently deforms the receiver; wherein, the embossing pattern consists of a digitally created pattern of embossing toner particles having an embossing-pattern thickness corresponding to a fixed stack height of at least 30% of the thickness of the receiver. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322381 | APPARATUS FOR FABRICATING HIGHLY CONTOURED COMPOSITE STIFFENERS WITH REDUCED WRINKLING - A mandrel having an out-of-plane curvature and a corresponding in-plane change in mandrel geometry is used to fabricate substantially wrinkle-free, fiber reinforced stiffeners having an out-of-plane curvature. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322382 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING COMPOSITE LAMINATES USING A COLLAPSIBLE MANDREL - A collapsible bladder has flexible outer walls and at least one strut inside the enclosure. The strut is connected to the outer walls and controls the shape into which the enclosure may be collapsed. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322383 | GLOUCESTER PRINT HEAD - A print head is described for use in a computer controlled machine that uses fused filament fabrication to produce a three dimensional object. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322384 | INSULATED MOLD CAVITY ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR GOLF BALL MANUFACTURING - An insulated injection molding cavity assembly for molding a thin or low flow material golf ball cover or mantle layer, comprises a cavity for defining a golf ball layer, the golf ball layer comprising a thickness that corresponds to a space defined by the cavity; a metal surface layer surrounding the cavity, and an insulating layer surrounding the metal surface layer. The metal surface layer thickness is decreased and the insulating layer thickness is increased with decreasing golf ball layer thickness. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322385 | DEGRADABLE CHEWING GUM AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - A degradable chewing gum composition including about 5 to about 90 weight percent of a water-insoluble gum base and about 0.1 to about 15 weight percent of an alternating copolymer of maleic anhydride and a C | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322386 | BEER BREWING ADDITIVE AND METHOD - A method and additive for making beer includes the use of an additive tablet of yeast and sugar, as well as other additives, that is inserted into bottles of beer prior to capping. After the bottles are capped, these additive tablets promote secondary fermentation and carbonation of the beer within the bottles to form carbon dioxide and ethyl alcohol. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322387 | PREPARATION METHOD FOR FERMENTED CORN GLUTEN - The present invention relates to a method of preparation for fermented corn gluten to improve the quality of corn gluten, which is a vegetable protein source, to a fermented corn gluten prepared by the method, and to a feed additive including the same. The present invention provides high-quality fermented corn gluten whose characteristics are improvement as a protein feed by inoculation of corn gluten, which has a high protein content but is minimally used due to low digestibility, with a | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322388 | Enhanced Heterologous Production of Lipoxygenases - The invention is directed to the enhanced expression and purification of lipoxygenase enzymes. These enzymes are of wide-spread industrial importance, often produced in heterologous microbial systems. Preferably, the lipoxygenase produced by the methods of the invention is a plant-derived enzyme and expressed at high-levels in a microbial system that includes a protease-deficient host and one or more chaperone expression plasmids. The invention is also directed to amino acid and nucleic acid fragments of the lipoxygenase enzyme including fragments in expression constructs encoding all or a portion of one or more lipoxygenase genes. The invention is also directed to methods of manufacturing bread and other food and also non-food products with lipoxygenase manufactured by the methods of the invention. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322389 | BEVERAGES CONTAINING RARE SUGARS - Zero- and reduced-calorie frozen carbonated beverages comprising rare sugars are provided herein. The beverages contain a freezing point depressant composition comprising at least one rare sugar and, optionally, one or more other freezing point depressant compounds. Frozen carbonated beverages comprising natural high potency sweeteners and rare sugars with sugar-like characteristics are also provided, wherein the natural high potency sweetener and rare sugars are present in particular weight ratios. Methods of preparing the frozen carbonated beverages are also provided. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322390 | GLUTEN-FREE DRY MIX COMPOSITION - Provided herein are gluten-free dry mix compositions, gluten-free and gluten-reduced food products, and methods for making said food products. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322391 | CHOCOLATE PRODUCT WITH TROPICALISED SHELL - The present invention is directed to a chocolate product with a tropicalized shell comprising chocolate and a humectant liquid and a non-tropicalised chocolate core. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322392 | SNACKS WITH MARBLED-LIKE APPEARANCE AND METHODS FOR STEAM TREATING DOUGH-BASED SNACKS - Generally, a cracker is provided having at least one marbled surface. The marbled surface may include a cracker portion and an inclusion wherein the inclusion composition has a contrasting color, texture, appearance and/or taste when compared to the dough composition. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322393 | TUBULAR FILM FOOD CASING - The present invention relates to a tubular film food casing, a process for its production and a food product comprising the tubular film food casing. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322394 | SMOKABLE THERMOPLASTIC CASING - A novel smokable thermoplastic film, smokable by both liquid smoke and gaseous smoke, that may be produced as a film or a tube, as in a food casing. This newly disclosed film is a blend of a polyamide base, an amorphous polyvinyl alcohol and, optionally, an antiblocking agent. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322395 | HYDROPHOBIC PAPER, CARDBOARD, AND PACKAGING - A process for the manufacture of hydrophobic paper using a pulp comprising a slurry of cellulosic fibers in an aqueous medium comprising an alkoxysilane. A paper or cardboard packaging product comprising cellulosic fibers having a silane residue substantially uniformly distributed throughout the paper or cardboard and bonded to the cellulosic fibers predominantly through Si—O— bonds. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322396 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PACKAGING A FROZEN PRODUCT - A method for packaging a frozen food product includes placing a fluid food product into a flexible container, sealing the container and pasteurizing the food product in the sealed container. The method further includes applying a form to at least one surface of the flexible container, the form embossing the container and creating a series of compartments separated by thin segments therebetween, and freezing the product in the container with the form in place. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322397 | ASEPTIC HOT-BREWED PACKAGED COFFEE OR ESPRESSO BEVERAGE - An aseptic, hot-brewed packaged coffee or espresso beverage is disclosed. The hot-brewed coffee or espresso beverage includes a beverage package comprising a hollow sterile container having a base and an outlet opening, the container having a beverage cavity. The aseptic packaged coffee or espresso beverage also includes an aseptic brewed coffee or espresso beverage having a solubles concentration of about 0.8% to about 2.0% and a solubles yield of about 14% to about 27%, the beverage partially filling the beverage, cavity to provide a filled portion and an unfilled portion. The aseptic packaged coffee beverage also includes a sealed closure, the sealed closure configured to maintain an aseptic environment in the unfilled portion of the beverage cavity. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322398 | PACKAGED FOOD PRODUCT AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A packaged food product and a method for assembling a packaged food product that includes an edible sheet-like layer enclosing edible contents as a roll, the edible sheet-like layer and the edible contents separated from each other by a removable vapor barrier for maintaining freshness of the edible sheet-like layer until the food product is ready to be consumed, the removable vapor barrier being graspable by the user for removing it from the rest of the assembled product. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322399 | Long Life Dough Package - This invention relates to a packaging material for unbaked dough products which includes a container that is impermeable to water vapor transmission, a relative humidity control device in the container, dough, and a water permeable sheet forming a cover for the container wherein the relative humidity control device includes a water vapor permeable container containing a solidified humectant composition which further includes a humectant salt, water and carrier. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322400 | MODIFIED DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE-BASED ADHESIVES - Adhesive compositions using modified diphenylmethane diisocyanate are disclosed along, with methods and articles using the adhesive compositions. The adhesive compositions are especially suited for making flexible laminates for use in food packaging. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322401 | FAST HEAT-UP OF A THERMAL CONDITIONING DEVICE E.G. FOR COFFEE MACHINE - The invention concerns a unit ( | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322402 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR COOKING STARCH-CONTAINING FOOD - The invention proposes a food cooker and a related method of cooking starch-containing food. The food cooker comprises a container configured to receive starch-containing food and a first portion of water; a heating unit coupled with the container; and a controller electrically coupled to the heating unit and configured to control the heating unit to heat a mixture of the starch-containing food and the first portion of water in the container to a first temperature to generate a heated mixture, the first temperature being higher than 110° C., and to cool down the heated mixture in the container to a second temperature to generate a cooled mixture when the mixture of the starch-containing food and the first portion of water in the container has been heated to the first temperature; wherein the controller controls the repeated heating and cooling steps for a given number of cycles. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322403 | PROCESSING AND PACKAGING OF FOOD PRODUCTS - Methods and systems for processing foods includes providing a flexible package. A pre-processed food product (e.g., raw food) is provided and is processed by rapidly heating the food product. This processed food product is delivered into the flexible package for consumption by a user. Additionally, in other embodiments, methods and systems for processing frozen food products to shelf stable or refrigerated products are provided. A frozen food product is provided, converted to a pumpable state, and then processed by rapidly heating the food product. This processed food product is then delivered into a package | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322404 | METHOD OF APPLYING EDIBLE PEARLESCENT COATING TO A FOOD PRODUCT - The present invention is directed to a powder spray apparatus for preparing a food product having an edible pearlescent coating, comprising: a spray zone having a spray device positioned proximate to at least one food product located in the spray zone for application of an edible pearlescent powder to the food product; a chamber for holding the edible pearlescent powder that is in fluid communication with the spray device; and a vibrator and/or a continuous forced air supply that assists in fluidizing the edible pearlescent powder in the chamber for delivery to the spray device. A method of using this apparatus and an edible pearlescent powder composition adapted for use in this apparatus are also disclosed. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322405 | METHOD FOR ENHANCING THE SENSORY APPEAL OF FOODSTUFFS - A method by means of which both the sensory appeal and the dietary fiber content can be increased in a range of food products. By assuring that a suitable dietary fiber component is substantially completely converted to a fully-dispersed colloidal sol, such a material in this state can produce beneficial changes in the sensory and functional properties of certain foods to which it is added while being otherwise undetectable by the consumer. “Suitable” dietary fiber being on that is capable of becoming the dispersed phase in a colloidal sol, and that neither has nor reacts to produce any objectionable taste, aroma, color or mouth-feel in the food to which it is added. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322406 | SPOILAGE REDUCING COMPOSITION FOR WILD BIRD NECTAR FEEDERS - There is a need to protect the health of hummingbirds by preventing the rapid microbial spoiling of sugar nectar used in hummingbird feeders, without using artificial preservatives. The invention is a method, composition and kit, for naturally preventing spoilage of sugar nectar liquid food by using a transition metal salt, an optional acidifying agent, and an optional functional additive. Certain transition metal salts, such as copper sulfate are surprisingly effective in protecting sugar nectar even at micronutrient levels, below the level consumed by hummingbirds in their natural diet. The invention prevents the formation of unhealthy microbial growth, reduces the need for frequent changing, and keeps the sugar nectar fresh and healthy. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322407 | MEDIUM CHAIN PEROXYCARBOXYLIC ACID COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to compositions including medium chain peroxycarboxylic acid, methods for making these compositions, and methods for reducing the population of a microorganism. The compositions can include advantageously high levels of the medium chain peroxycarboxylic acid, can be readily made, and/or can exhibit reduced odor. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322408 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATION OF FOOD ITEMS WITH VISIBLE INDICIA - A method and apparatus for applying images to food items, such as toast, includes a controllable at least one controllable heating elements directed to as to be disposed along a surface of an associated food item. The heating element is controllable along the surface in accordance with stored image data to apply the image to a food item. Image data is receivable from a data device such as a smart phone, tablet or computer either via a direct data connection or via a wide area network such as the Internet. Images are retrievable in accordance with payment or sponsorship. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322409 | Method of Making a Beverage Including a Gas in a Beverage Making Machine - A method of making a beverage including a gas in a beverage making includes pressurizing a gas storage tank arranged to store a gas, supplying a beverage diluent liquid into a dissolver, and dissolving, by way of the dissolver, portion of the gas into the beverage diluent liquid at a minimum dissolver gas volumes level. The method further includes creating a blended beverage diluent liquid having a selectable target gas volumes level by diluting volumetrically the beverage diluent liquid from the dissolver including the gas, with the beverage diluent liquid which is absence the gas, to form the blended beverage diluent liquid having the predefined target gas volumes level, and dispensing selectively a predefined ratio of a beverage ingredient and the blended beverage diluent liquid to form a beverage. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322410 | BEVERAGE BREWING DEVICE - To make espresso, a plunger forces heated liquid from a plunger cylinder to a coffee container. The resulting brewed liquid is allowed to pass through an expansion pressure relief valve. The expansion pressure relief value maintains a pressure sufficient for brewing espresso as force on the plunger forces the liquid to flow through the coffee container and through the expansion pressure relief valve. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322411 | ELECTRICAL MACHINE FOR EXTRACTING LIQUIDS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - The present invention is an electric liquid extractor machine that is designed to carry out operations such as centrifuging, draining or extracting of liquids and a method of use thereof. The basic structure of the machine is comprised of a rigid assembly including at least one body and an interior base, a movable assembly including at least one motor element, a drive shaft and a perforated basket, and a movable cover for the passage of products to the interior of the machine. The union between the rigid assembly and the movable assembly is done by means of anti-vibration or flexible anchors. The machine may also include vibration sensors to detect the vibrations of the machine, and an emergency brake that may be activated should the vibrations exceed some predetermined safety threshold level. The present invention also includes a method of use of a machine of the aforementioned type. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322412 | PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR PRODUCTION OF DAIRY PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY MILK FOAM - A process for producing milk foam includes pumping milk through a milk line with a milk pump having an adjustable speed for adjusting the capacity of the milk pump. Milk from the milk line and air are mixed inside a first mixing chamber to produce a milk foam. Properties of the milk foam, including a consistency of the milk foam, are a function of the speed of the milk pump. A device for producing the milk foam includes a milk container; an outlet; a milk line connected between the milk container and the outlet; a first mixing chamber installed in the milk line to mix milk and air to produce milk foam; and a milk pump having an adjustable speed coupled into the milk line. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322413 | METHOD DEVICE FOR MAKING A FRUIT JUICE AND A CORRESPONDING CONTAINER - Method for making a fruit juice and a container for said juice comprising the steps of:—procuring a fruit ( | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322414 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MOLDING AND CHILLING CHEESE - Pasta filata cheese, such as mozzarella and provolone, is molded and chilled by delivering the warm, plastic cheese through a cheese inlet port into a plurality of molds at an inlet station. A fluid, such as chilled water, is circulated around the molds to cool the pasta filata cheese therein. After cooling to some degree, force is applied to the upper surface of the cheese in each mold to prevent a depression from forming in that surface. Thereafter upon cooling for a desired amount, the pasta filata cheese is ejected from the plurality of molds at an outlet station. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322415 | DEVICE FOR PRODUCING MILK FOAM - A device for processing milk foam for use in an automatic hot and/or cold beverage machine includes a milk pump to pump the milk foam, and a secondary processing device coupled to the milk foam pump to change the consistency of the milk foam. The secondary processing device includes a homogenizer to break up and distribute air bubbles in the milk foam. The homogenizer has a reducing region including a plurality of impact bodies arranged to define a channel labyrinth through which the milk foam is flowable. Additionally, there is provided a process for homogenizing milk foam utilizing the above device, includes steps of a) impacting divided partial flows of the milk foam with the impact surfaces to divide the air bubbles of the milk foam; and b) mixing the divided partial flows with the divided air bubbles together to form new partial flows. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322416 | PRESSURIZED OVEN ASSEMBLY - A pressurized oven is provided having a fully sealed cavity, reduces heat lost, shortens cooking time and saves energy of oven operation. The pressurized oven includes a cavity component, a door assembly, heating elements and a control system that includes a relief valve on top of the cavity. The relief valve includes a valve weight and a venting stub, wherein the valve weight sits on the top of the venting stub. The valve weight disposed on top of the venting stub remains closed and the gas is not released when the pressure is not sufficient to lift the valve weight. When the pressure inside the oven is sufficient to lift the valve weight, the valve weight block is lifted to open the valve, the gas is released and the pressure is decreased. Once the pressure becomes less than the valve weight, the valve closes and gas is no longer released. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322417 | COOKING APPARATUS - A cooking apparatus includes a cavity unit having a cooking chamber therein; a door on the cavity unit, opening and closing an opening of the cavity unit; a heater in at least one of upper, rear and lower parts of the cavity unit, generating hot air to be supplied to the cooking chamber; a cooking container including a housing unit which has an entrance through which hot air enters, and a support unit on the housing unit and on which one or more cooking objects to be cooked by the hot air are placed; and an agitation unit configured to directly contact the cooking object(s) placed on the cooking container, and mix or turn the cooking object. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322418 | WATER-BATH OVEN, AND A SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HEATING FOOD - The present invention relates to improvements for water-bath cooking and heating food. In particular, the present invention provides a new apparatus and method of heating a water-bath oven | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322419 | CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS CONTAINING TEXTURING AGENTS - The present invention relates to a confectionery product containing 60 to 90% w/w polydextrose and at least two texturing agents, preferably gelatin and xanthan gum and/or locust bean gum. More preferably the gummy confectionery product comprises polydextrose, gelatin, xanthan gum, locust bean gum and stevia. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322420 | HYDRATED FAT COMPOSITIONS AND DOUGH ARTICLES - Disclosed are hydrated fat compositions comprising a water-in-oil emulsion comprising (a) a continuous phase comprising: a solid fat comprising a fully-hydrogenated vegetable oil, a stearine fraction of a vegetable oil, or a mixture thereof, in an amount ranging from about 5 wt. % to about 40 wt. % of the hydrated fat; and a low trans-fat liquid vegetable oil in an amount ranging from about 20 wt. % to about 80 wt. % of the hydrated fat composition; (b) a dispersed phase comprising water in an amount ranging from about 5 wt. % to about 60 wt. % of the hydrated fat composition; and (c) an emulsifier. | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322421 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING COOKED AND FROZEN PASTA - Cooked and frozen pastas which can be stored in a frozen state for a long time and which retain good appearance and texture comparable to freshly boiled fresh pastas even after being thawed are provided. A method for producing the cooked and frozen pastas, comprising the steps of boiling fresh pastas obtained by extruding dough into pasta noodles at a pressure of from 80 kgf/cm | 2014-10-30 |
| 20140322422 | QUARK MASS HAVING IMPROVED FLAVOUR PROPERTIES - A quark mass having improved flavour properties is proposed, which can be obtained by
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