16th week of 2010 patent applcation highlights part 3 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20100098753 | PROPHYLACTIC AND/OR THERAPEUTIC AGENT FOR CARDIAC INFARCTION - The present invention relates to a novel preventive and/or therapeutic drug for myocardial infarction. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098754 | PROCESSING OF HEAT-SENSITIVE ACTIVE AGENTS - The present disclosure relates to a method of melt processing an active agent. The method may include encapsulating an active agent in a first polymer material exhibiting a first processing temperature T | 2010-04-22 |
20100098755 | PROCESS OF PRODUCING DIRECTLY COMPRESSED TABLETS OF STEROLS AND/OR STANOLS - A method of producing a tablet which comprises sterols and stanols includes the steps of forming the sterols and/or stanols, separately or together, into spherically-shaped, substantially uniform beads or prills and directly compressing the beads or prills into a tablet core. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098756 | ORAL DISINTEGRATING TABLET - An oral disintegrating tablet containing (1) D-mannitol, (2) an active ingredient, (3) one or more disintegrating agents selected from the group consisting of crospovidone and carmellose, and (4) one or more lubricants selected from the group consisting of sodium stearyl fumarate and sucrose esters of fatty acids. The oral disintegrating tablet of the present invention has some excellent properties of (1) allowing easy production in a common facility without necessitating a specialized pharmaceutical technique, (2) having an appropriate strength that does not breakdown in the process of distribution, (3) having a fast disintegrating ability in the oral cavity, and (4) also having excellent ingestion feel such as greatly reduced bitterness or gritty feel; therefore, the tablet can be suitably used as a dosage form that is suitable for aged individuals, children, and seriously ill patients. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098757 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCTION OF BUPRENORPHINE PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATION TO BE APPLIED TO MOUTH MUCOSA - The objective of the present invention is to provide a process for producing a buprenorphine pharmaceutical preparation to be applied to mouth mucosa. The process according to the present invention for producing a buprenorphine pharmaceutical preparation to be applied to mouth mucosa includes steps of: preparing a granule for an immediate-release layer containing a buprenorphine hydrochloride crystal having 90% cumulative diameter of 200 μm or less; preparing a granule for a sustained-release layer containing a buprenorphine hydrochloride crystal having 90% cumulative diameter of 250 μm or less; and tabletting the granule for the immediate-release layer and the granule for the sustained-release layer into a two-layer tablet. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098759 | CONTROLLED-RELEASE PREPARATION CONTAINING CILOSTAZOL AND PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION THEREOF - The present invention relates to a controlled-release formulation comprising cilostazol and a method for preparing said formulation. The inventive controlled-release formulation comprising cilostazol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a solubilizing agent, a swelling agent, a swell-controlling agent and a gas generating material has advantages in that it maintains a constant cilostazol level in the blood through a slow release while it resides in the stomach and intestines over a long period of time, thereby increasing the absorption of cilostazol in the small intestine, the major absorption site of cilostazol, as well as minimizing adverse effects caused by rapid release and making it easy for a patient to take the drug. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098760 | POLYPEPTIDE FOR TREATING OR PREVENTING ADHESIONS - The described invention provides compositions and methods for treating or preventing adhesions in a subject in need thereof, the method comprising the step of (a) administering an adhesion-reducing amount of a composition comprising a polypeptide having the amino acid sequence YARAAARQARAKALARQLGVAA [SEQ ID NO: 1] or a functional equivalent thereof and a carrier. The methods are clinically useful for reducing formation of adhesions initially and for therapeutic treatment of existing scars. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098761 | Polymer Compositions For Biomedical And Material Applications - The invention relates to composite materials that contain a polymer matrix and aggregates, and in some embodiments, methods of making, and methods of using these materials. Preferably, the aggregates are calcium phosphate aggregates. Preferably, the material is resistant to fracture. In further embodiments, the materials are used in surgical procedures of bone replacement. In further embodiments, the materials contain polyhedral silsesquioxanes and/or biodegradable segments. In further embodiments, the polymer matrix comprises biomolecules. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098762 | Thermosensitive Pluronic Derivative Hydrogels With High Biodegradability And Biocompatibility For Tissue Regeneration And Preparation Method Thereof - The present invention relates to a thermosensitive pluronic derivative hydrogel for tissue regeneration in which a biodegradable polymer is introduced at one end or both ends of a pluronic polymer, a methacryloxyethyl trimellitic acid anhydride is conjugated to the biodegradable polymer, and a physiologically active substance is fixed to the methacryloxyethyl trimellitic acid anhydride, as well as a method for the preparation thereof. The pluronic derivative hydrogel according to the present invention exhibits high biodegradability due to the introduction of a biodegradable polymer while still maintaining the themosensitivity of the pluronic polymer itself and shows good biocompatibility owing to the coupling with a physiologically active substance capable of improving cell adhesion, proliferation and differentiation. Therefore, the pluronic derivative hydrogel according to the present invention can be effectively used in the regeneration of various kinds of tissues and organs. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098763 | PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATION 514 - The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical formulation comprising the drug 4-[3-(4-cyclopropanecarbonyl-piperazine-1-carbonyl)-4-fluoro-benzyl]-2H-phthalazin-1-one in a solid dispersion with a matrix polymer that exhibits low hygroscopicity and high softening temperature, such as copovidone. The invention also relates to a daily pharmaceutical dose of the drug provided by such a formulation. In addition, the invention relates to the use of a matrix polymer that exhibits low hygroscopicity and high softening temperature in solid dispersion with 4-[3-(4-cyclopropanecarbonyl-piperazine-1-carbonyl)-4-fluoro-benzyl]-2H-phthalazin-1-one for increasing the bioavailability of the drug. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098764 | POLYSACCHARIDE GEL FORMULATION HAVING MULTI-STAGE BIOACTIVE AGENT DELIVERY - Described herein are polysaccharide gel formulations including at least one inhibitor of polysaccharide degradation and methods of making the same. The methods described herein involve the steps of providing at least one polysaccharide and incorporating at least one inhibitor of degradation into the polysaccharide. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098765 | Powder Makeup Compositions And Methods - An anhydrous powder composition wherein the ratio of platelet to non-platelet particulates is greater than about 5 to 1 respectively, which is preferably talc-free, oil-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free; and a method for preparing the powder composition of the invention. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098766 | USE OF AN AQUEOUS MICRO-EMULSION FOR THE PREPARATION OF A FORMULATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF ADIPOSE DISEASES - Use of a micro-emulsion comprising at least one surfactant having a HLB value between 5 and 15, at least one lipophilic substance, and water for the preparation of a formulation for the treatment of adipose tissue disease and/or condition with improved bioavailability and good release behaviour of active substances. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098767 | CONVECTION ENHANCED DELIVERY APPARATUS, METHOD, AND APPLICATION - An embodiment of the invention is directed to a microfabrπcated, silicon-based, Convection Enhanced Delivery (CED) device The device comprises a silicon shank portion, at least one individual parylene channel disposed along at least a part of an entire length of the shank, wherein the channel has one or more dimensioned fluid exit ports disposed at one or more respective locations of the channel and a fluid (drug) input opening The fluid input opening may be configured or adapted to be connected to a fluid reservoir and/or a pump and/or a meter and/or a valve or other suitable control device(s) or apparatus that supplies and/or delivers fluid (e g, a drug) to the microfabricated device The device may have multiple channels disposed side by side or in different surfaces of the device | 2010-04-22 |
20100098768 | Method of neuroprotection from oxidant injury using metal oxide nanoparticles - A metal oxide nanoparticle composition including a cerium oxide nanoparticle and a metal adapted to enhance the neuroprotective activity of the cerium oxide nanoparticle. The metal can include noble metals such as platinum, and rare earth metals such as gadolinium, samarium, titanium, yttrium, zirconium, and a combination thereof Another metal oxide nanoparticle composition including a cerium oxide nanoparticle and a surface modifier, such as polyethylene oxide, polyethylene imine, dextran, polylactic acid, chitosan, alginate, and a combination thereof is provided. A method of using the metal oxide nanoparticle compositions as neuroprotective agents for the inactivation of reactive oxygen species in nervous tissues is also provided. More specifically, a neuroprotective method using the metal oxides such as ceria, yttria, or mixed ceria and yttria (or any of the other referenced metal oxide nanoparticle compositions) before, during, or after an ischemic event. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098769 | Synthetic Peptides Reducing or Removing Bags Formed Under the Lower Eye Contour and Their Use in Cosmetic or Dermopharmaceutical Compositions - The invention relates to peptides of general formula (I): | 2010-04-22 |
20100098770 | SIROLIMUS PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATIONS - Pharmaceutical formulations comprising sirolimus or its derivatives, processes for preparing formulations comprising sirolimus, and their methods of use, treatment, and administration. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098771 | ABUSE-RESISTANT ORAL DOSAGE FORMS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - An opioid-antagonist oral dosage form which does not release a therapeutically effective amount of the opioid antagonist when the oral dosage form is orally administered to a human being, but whereby a physical alteration of the oral dosage form results in a release of the therapeutically effective amount of the opioid antagonist. An embodiment of the oral dosage form includes an opioid-antagonist layer coated onto a biologically inert pellet, and a non-releasing membrane coated onto the opioid-antagonist layer. Optionally, the oral dosage form can also include an opioid agonist, such that a method of preventing the abuse of an oral dosage form of an opioid agonist is provided by forming the oral dosage form including an opioid agonist and an opioid antagonist. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098772 | DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATING NEOVASCULARIZATION - Anti-angiogenesis compositions, and methods of using such compositions, useful for intraocular to treat neovascularization. The compositions can have viscosities at about 25° C. of at least about 10 cps or about 100 cps at a shear rate of 0.1/second. In a preferred embodiment, the viscosity at 25° C. is in the range of from about 80,000 cps to about 300,000 cps. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098773 | POLYMER VESICLES FOR SELECTIVE ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY-INDUCED DELIVERY - Provided are polymer vesicles comprising polymersomes, a radiofrequency absorbing moiety, a protein or a polysaccharide associated with the inner leaflet of the membrane and a therapeutic or diagnostic cargo. The invention also concerns the use of these polymer vesicles for selective electromagnetic energy-induced delivery of therapeutic or diagnostic agents. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098774 | COMPOSITION COMPRISING CRUSTACEAN GASTROLITH COMPONENTS AND ITS USE - Provided is a formulation containing amorphous or microcrystalline calcium carbonate finely interspersed with organic matter in a ratio of 10 parts of the carbonate per 1 to 3 parts of the organic matter, wherein the organic matter consists of chitin and polypeptide. The formulation is efficient in treating various pathological conditions, including proliferative diseases, neurological disorders, and musculoskeletal disorders. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098775 | DETECTING GENETIC PREDISPOSITION TO OSTEOARTHRITIS ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS - This application relates to methods and kits for detecting predisposition to increased risk for osteoarthritis associated conditions. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098776 | SOAP-BASED LIQUID WASH FORMULATIONS WITH ENHANCED DEPOSITION OF ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS - The invention relates to soap-based liquid body and facial wash compositions using high solvent, low water compositions and incompletely neutralized fatty acids to help structure the compositions, all in combination with modified benefit agents, enhanced deposition of antimicrobial agents is obtained. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098777 | COPPER CONTAINING ALGICIDAL COMPOUNDS - The present application is directed to a coating composition comprising a ceramic binder and inorganic copper compound particles. Generally, the inorganic copper compound particles have a median particle size of less than 5 micrometers. In some embodiments, the particles have a median particle size of greater than 1 micrometer. The inorganic copper compound particles may be non-photocatalytic. The coating may also be placed on a structural layer. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098778 | Compositions and Methods for Controlling The Weight of Animals - Compositions are provided comprising a balance between lysine and essential amino acids and metabolizable energy. The compositions are useful in methods to prevent or treat obesity in an animal without concomitant loss of lean muscle mass. The compositions may also be used in methods to preserve or to cause a gain in lean muscle mass in an animal in need thereof. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098779 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR PROPHYLACTIC AND THERAPEUTIC SUPPLEMENTATION OF NUTRITION IN SUBJECTS - The present invention relates to compositions and methods for prophylactic nutritional supplementation and therapeutic nutritional supplementation. Specifically, the composition provides a nutritional supplement with a beneficial increased supplementation of vitamin D and the method involves administering to an individual a composition comprising carotenoids, vitamin E, vitamin D, vitamin C, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, pyridoxine, biotin, pantothenic acid, cobalamin, magnesium, manganese, zinc, selenium, chromium, copper, alpha lipoic acid, and lutein. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098780 | FLAKY PARTICLE AND COSMETIC - The present invention has an object to provide a flaky particulate material giving skin an excellent smoothness, which is free from whitening problem upon use thereof owing to its high transparency. The present invention also has another object to provide a cosmetic composition containing the flaky particulate material. The present invention relates to flaky particulate material, which has an average coefficient of friction is not more than 0.50, and a total light transmittance is not less than 85%. A particle in the flaky particulate material comprises a substrate particle made of one material selected from the group consisting of mica, a synthetic mica, sericite, talc, barium sulfate and aluminum oxide. The present invention provides a flaky particulate material that gives skin excellent smoothness, a natural tone, and a matt appearance. The flaky particulate material of the present invention gives a cosmetic composition which provides great comfort of use, and an excellent appearance. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098781 | CARBONATE RADICAL-CONTAINING MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE PARTICLE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF - A magnesium hydroxide particle having a BET specific surface area of 80 m | 2010-04-22 |
20100098782 | USE OF SODIUM ACID SULFATE AS A DISINFECTANT - Animal carcasses are disinfected by applying to the animal carcass an aqueous solution of sodium acid sulfate that does not include a chlorine-containing composition. The solution is maintained at from about pH 1.0 to about pH 2.5 and can optionally include a second acid such as citric acid, lactic acid, or combinations thereof. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098783 | APPETITE SUPPRESSANT COMPOSITION - A chewable appetite suppressant composition includes a | 2010-04-22 |
20100098784 | CAPSULE CONTAINING PLANT PREPARATIONS - The invention relates to a composition containing a lipophilic extract of | 2010-04-22 |
20100098785 | Composition of Ashwagandha and Indian Gooseberry - A therapeutic composition comprising extracts of the plant species ashwagandha ( | 2010-04-22 |
20100098786 | FORMULATION CONTAINING A CARBOXYLIC ACID OR AN ESTER THEREOF - A formulation comprising eicosapentaenoic acid, or an ester thereof, and a triterpene, or an ester thereof, and the use of such a formulation. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098787 | Compositions Comprising Cinnamon Oil (and/or its Component Cinnamaldehyde) and Diallyl Disulfide, Their Formulations, and Methods of Use - The invention relates to diallyl disulfide and cinnamon oil formulations, for protecting plants from nematodes and other plant pathogens. The invention provides a method for suppressing plant damage by nematodes and other plant pathogens, which comprises the concurrent administration, to the locus, soil or seeds of plants in need of such treatment, of (a) cinnamon oil (and/or its component cinnamaldehyde), (b) an effective quantity of diallyl disulfide, as well as nematocidal compositions useful therein. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098788 | Extracts of Curcuma and Methods of Use Thereof - The present invention relates in part to turmeric extracts that are useful for treating or preventing neurodegenerative disorders. Another aspect of the invention relates in part to turmeric extracts that are useful for treating or preventing inflammatory disorders. In some embodiments, the extracts comprise at least one compound selected from the group consisting of 25 to 500 μg bamosamine, 25 to 750 μg echinaxanthol, 100 to 3,000 μg bisdemethoxycurcumin, 50 to 500 μg daphniyunnine E and 500 to 75,000 μg curcumin per 100 mg of extract. Another aspect of the invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the aforementioned extracts. Another aspect of the invention relates to methods of treating or preventing neurodegenerative disorders comprising administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of the aforementioned extracts or compositions. Another aspect of the invention relates to methods of making the aforementioned extracts. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098789 | Compositions of ground/powdered nuts/nut butters with curcuminoids/turmeric/mix having improved health benefits and oxidative stability - A turmeric, turmeric components, curcumin or curcuminoid modified nut or seed butter spread known as A which is resistant to oxidation with improved cu/co/tc/tu/mx solubility and possessing some human health benefits comprising: 0.2-70% of components selected from the group consisting of curcumin, curcuminoids, turmeric components and turmeric; and 30-99.8% of nut or seed particles and/or nut/seed butters as a dispersing medium. This spread has increased resistance to oxidation and bacterial attack as compared to the nut or seed butter alone. Based on health studies of curcumin, the modified nut or seed butter spread is also expected to have significant preventative health benefits including effectiveness as a chemopreventive, anti-Alzheimer's, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial agent. The nut/seed butter medium improves the solubility and bioavailability of cu/co/tc/tu/mx. The invention is taste perfected for the western palate, it will serve as a novel vehicle for making curcumin/turmeric consumption an integral part of the western diet. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098790 | COMBINATION HERBAL PRODUCT TO BENEFIT RESPIRATORY TRACT - An herbal composition for providing a beneficial effect to the respiratory tract. The composition includes Colt's Foot, Mangosteen, Thyme Leaf, Wild Cherry Bark, Quercitin, Sundew, Butterbur, and Grape Seed Extract. In particular, the composition may prevent or treat cough. Also described are methods of using the herbal composition. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098791 | COMPOSITION FOR TREATING XEROSTOMIA OR DRY MOUTH - The present invention provides a composition comprising olive oil, trimethylglycine and xylitol for treating xerostomia and disorders associated thereto, with very good results in increasing the unstimulated salivary flow, in alleviating the symptoms of xerostomia, including the pain associated to xerostomia, as well as improving the quality of life of affected persons. The composition of the invention has also been proved to protect dentin against demineralization in acid conditions. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098792 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS USING IRVINGIA GABONENSIS TO REDUCE WEIGHT, CONTROL OBESITY, EFFECT ADIPOGENESIS, LOWER PPAR-GAMMA, LEPTIN, G3PDH AND TRIGLYCERIDES LEVELS AND INCREASE ADIPONECTIN LEVELS - In one embodiment, a method is provided for lowering PPAR-Gamma in a mammal. The method comprises administering a composition containing an effective amount of | 2010-04-22 |
20100098793 | IRVINGIA GABONENSIS TO TREAT AND PREVENT METABOLIC SYNDROME AND REDUCE TOTAL CHOLESTEROL, LDL CHOLESTEROL, BLOOD GLUCOSE, C-REACTIVE PROTEIN, AND LEPTIN LEVELS AND INCREASING ADIPONECTIN LEVELS - In one embodiment, a method is provided for lowering C-reactive protein levels in a mammal. The method comprises administering a composition containing an effective amount of | 2010-04-22 |
20100098794 | Topical anti-wrinkle and anti-aging moisturizing cream - The present invention relates to a topical anti-wrinkle and anti-aging moisturizing cream designed (formulated) to repair and restore human adult skin to its original youthful state. This has successfully been achieved by using a water based molecular mixture of high molecular weight (0.5 to 2.0 million Daltons) hyaluronic acid (HA) and of low molecular weight hyaluronic acid oligosaccharides (small HA fragments less than 12000 Daltons molecular weight) to create this unique anti-aging moisturizer. An equal mixture of high molecular HA and HA-oligosaccharides at concentrations of 0.1-0.2% was found to be essential for providing our moisturizer its unique ability to repair and rejuvenate adult human skin. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098796 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PELLETIZING SULFUR - Relatively uniform spherical shaped solid pellets (prills) may be created by passing molten sulfur through a nested strainer to remove particles that would otherwise become trapped in the system, a drip tray with a heating channel attached on its underside, an injection conduit for delivery of a cooled zone of water to create solid prills, and thereafter moving the prills through a stationary curved screen to remove most of the excess water and a vibrating screen. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098797 | MOLD ASSEMBLY FOR MIDSOLE AND METHOD OF MANUFATURING SAME - A mold assembly includes an upper portion having an upper recess in a lower surface thereof; an insert having an upper surface configured to mate with the upper portion's lower surface; a first channel in one of the upper portion and the insert and in fluid communication with an exterior of the one of the upper portion and the insert and with the upper recess when the upper portion and the insert are in contact with one another. A lower portion has a lower recess in an upper surface thereof, the upper surface configured to mate with the insert's lower surface. A second channel in one of the lower portion and the insert, the second channel is in fluid communication with an exterior of the one of the lower portion and the insert and the lower recess when the lower portion and the insert are in contact with one another. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098798 | OPTICAL SCANNING APPARATUS AND ITS OPTICAL ELEMENT, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING AND FIXING THE OPTICAL ELEMENT, AND A MOLDING TOOL FOR MAKING THE OPTICAL ELEMENT - A plastic lens molding tool, including: a first mirror surface block; a second mirror surface block disposed opposite the first block, wherein the first mirror surface block includes a transfer surface with a curvature-radius center position that is transferable to an optical element; a first nested block arranged in contact with the first mirror surface block to form a reference rib groove on a border surface between the first mirror surface block and the first nested block; and a second nested block arranged in contact with the first mirror surface block at a side opposite the first nested block. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098799 | IMPRINT APPARATUS - An imprint apparatus has a head unit with a fine structure. The head unit includes a fine imprint pattern layer including fine concavities and convexities, a resin layer on a face of the fine imprint pattern layer opposite to a face where the concavities and convexities are formed, a first pressurizing base member on a face of the resin layer opposite to a face contacting the fine imprint pattern layer, and a second pressurizing base member on a face of the first pressurizing base member opposite to a face contacting the resin layer. The resin layer has a modulus of elasticity smaller than that of the fine imprint pattern layer, and the first pressurizing base member has a modulus of elasticity smaller than that of the resin layer. A light source or a heat source may be further provided. The head unit may be light permeable. A replacement layer may be further provided for replacement. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098800 | MOULD DEVICE FOR FORMING OBJECTS MADE OF PLASTICS - A mold device for molding an object having an end wall and a side wall includes a forming core having a lateral forming surface for shaping part of an internal surface of the side wall. The device further includes a forming and disengaging arrangement for shaping a further part of the internal surface and slidably coupled with the forming core to disengage from the further part. It is further provided with an extracting element which is movable with respect to the forming core so as to act on an edge zone of the object for detaching the object from the forming core for extracting the object from the device. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098801 | PREPARATION AND USE OF METHIONYLMETHIONINE AS FEED ADDITIVE FOR FISH AND CRUSTACEANS - An animal feed mixture containing DL-methionyl-DL-methionine and salts thereof for animals kept in aquacultures is provided. Methods for preparing DL-methionyl-DL-methionine of formula (I) | 2010-04-22 |
20100098802 | MATRIX-EMBEDDED COMPOSITIONS HAVING ORGANIC ACIDS AND FATTY ACIDS - The invention generally provides matrix-embedded compositions having organic acids and fatty acids. The compositions may be administered to an animal to deliver intact organic acids and fatty acids to the animal's small intestine. The invention also provides monograstric feed rations comprising the matrix-embedded compositions. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098803 | Processing Method of Sulfur Using Maggots - The present invention relates to a processing method of sulfur using maggots in which fly egg is used to obtain effectively the processed sulfur so that domestic animal can take directly and safely the processed sulfur. That is, sulfur is over added to maggots food or the place where maggots can grow up, and when maggots discharge exudates to dissolute fodder, the sulfur presented randomly in the fodder is contact with the maggots exudates to dissolute fat that is become toxicity so that processed sulfur is obtained effectively through maggots?endless vigorous activity. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098804 | AMYLOLYTIC ENZYME VARIANTS - The inventors have discovered some striking, and not previously predicted structural similarities and differences between the structure of Novamyl and the reported structures of CGTases, and based on this they have constructed variants of maltogenic alpha-amylase having CGTase activity and variants of CGTase having maltogenic alpha-amylase activity. Further, on the basis of sequence homology between Novamyl® and CGTases, the inventors have constructed hybrid enzymes with one or more improvements to specific properties of the parent enzymes, using recombinant DNA methodology. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098805 | Probiotic Oat-Based Food Product and Process for Making the Same - The present invention provides a process for preparing a pro-biotic oat-based fluid food product, the process comprising: A) a first fermentation step, involving the fermentation of oat material; B) mechanically treating one or more unfermented oat-derived substances in the presence of water to form an aqueous suspension containing 1,3-1,4 β D-glucan in dissolved and/or suspended form, wherein the average molecular weight of the 1,3-1,4 β D-glucan in the suspension is at least 1,500,000 Daltons, and combining the products from the first fermentation step with the one or more oat-derived substances and the water, before, during or after the formation of the aqueous suspension; and C) a second fermentation step, involving the fermentation of the aqueous suspension in the presence of Lactobacteria and/or Bifidobacteria, until the quantity of Lactobacteria is at least 10E7 CFU/g and/or the quantity of Bifidobacteria is at least 10E7 CFU/g. The present invention further provides products obtainable by this process. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098806 | Compositions and Methods of Dehydrated Food Fortification - A dehydrated and unprocessed food item (e.g., grain, fruit, vegetable, or portion thereof) is at least partially coated with a non-aqueous and nutritionally acceptable solvent that comprises a probiotic organism such that the fortified food item has a total probiotic content of at least 104 to 105 cfu/gram. Shelf life of such compositions is remarkably long while maintaining relatively high cfu count, and taste and flavor are remarkably preserved, even over extended periods. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098807 | ENDOGLUCANASE PPCE AND CELLULASE PREPARATION CONTAINING THE SAME - A novel endoglucanase PPCE derived from | 2010-04-22 |
20100098808 | PROCESS OF MAKING A FROZEN BEVERAGE FROM A FROZEN CONFECTION WITH INCREASED SURFACE AREA AND VOIDS - The invention provides a method of making a frozen beverage by arranging a frozen confection in a container with the frozen confection having a three-dimensional shape with a surface area to volume ratio higher than the same volume of frozen confection which assumes the shape of the container and being arranged in the container to provide one or more open spaces or cavities including at least one extending through or around the frozen confection to the bottom of the container. The open spaces or cavities allow liquid to penetrate and enter into the frozen confection to facilitate mixing of the liquid and the frozen confection to form the frozen beverage upon demand. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098809 | GENETIC MARKER WEIGHT MANAGEMENT - A system and method for facilitating personal weight management based on genetic markers. Genetic samples can be analyzed and genotype patterns can be identified and provided to a user. Wellness information, including macronutrient requirements and exercise requirements, based on genotype patterns can be generated. Genotype patterns and wellness information can be stored, transmitted and displayed via computer networks and the internet. Existing third party diets, meal plans, and/or fitness programs can be recommended based on the genotype patterns. Individuals can use nutritional tracking software and/or exercise metric programs coupled with their genetic information to make adjustments to their diet and/or exercise to lose weight. Individuals can purchase nutrition products based on their genotype information. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098810 | INSTANT SUGAR-COATED POWDERED BEVERAGE - An instant sugar-coated powdered beverage includes a water-soluble dehydrated beverage substance and an enclosure. The enclosure is a hollow case made of sugar for sealing the dehydrated beverage substance therein. The enclosure includes an upper half cover and a lower half cover, which are bonded together by coating a layer of syrup over a joint therebetween. When the syrup is set, a complete enclosure is formed. The dehydrated beverage substance is positioned in the lower half cover before the upper half cover is bonded to the lower half cover. After the complete enclosure is formed, the dehydrated beverage substance is sealed in the enclosure. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098811 | PARTICULATE STRUCTURATION FOR IMPROVING THE DISSOLUTION KINETICS OF FOOD POWDERS - The present invention relates to the field of modification of dissolution kinetics of particulate materials. In particular, the present invention relates to the adaptation of the dissolution kinetics of powders, e.g., food powders to a particular purpose. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a Composite Particle to be dissolved comprising at least two solid soluble sub-particles, at least one of which has a negative heat of dissolution in the liquid the Composite Particle is to be dissolved in. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098812 | PRODUCT AND PROCESS FOR CREATING INSTANT FLAVORED ICED BEVERAGES - The present invention is a product and method for making an instant iced coffee beverage but may be used to create any type of flavored beverage product. The method of producing an instant iced coffee beverage product comprising of providing a mixture of crushed ice, uncrushed ice, and liquid coffee in a container; a freezing step to freeze the mixture allowing the mixture to freeze into solid phase before the crushed ice substantially melts into the coffee; a sealing step to seal an opening of the container and a storing step to store the container in the freezer at or below freezing point. The product is then thawed in a microwave within a selected time frame which results in a freshly made instant iced coffee beverage. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098813 | FOOD PRODUCT MADE FROM DEHYDRATED PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS - A nutritious food product, made with cooked, seasoned and dehydrated prickly pear pads, and a method for its production. The resulting product has the appearance of an appetizer made of cured meat, but with improved taste and appearance, free of hormones or animal fat. The product of the present invention has a long shelf life and does not require either preservatives or refrigeration, making it an ideal appetizer or snack. The resulting product provides the consumer with the benefits of the prickly pear and also is economically affordable. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098814 | Flexible Package With Stress Riser Opening - The present application provides improved sealed packages and improved methods for making sealed packages. The sealed package includes a first side and a second side, wherein the first side and the second side each comprise a laminate material including an product-side layer and a film layer, the product-side layers of the first and second sides at least partially heat sealed together to form a heat seal between the first and second sides such that the heat seal comprises a stress riser, wherein the heat seal is stronger than the bond between the product-side layer and the film layer of the laminate material. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098815 | CANNED DOUGH PRODUCT HAVING INGREDIENT POUCH - A canned dough product includes an ingredient pouch in physical contact with the dough such that a conventional can format including a cylindrical body and end caps can be used to package and store the canned dough product. The ingredient pouch can be configured for placement proximate an end cap or between adjacent dough units or alternatively, for placement between adjacent layers of a rolled dough unit. The ingredient pouch is constructed to survive long-term exposure to positive pressures up to about 60 psig without imparting negative characteristics to the dough. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098816 | Freshness prolonging smart beverage container - The invention is a container for liquids, such as milk, juices and wines, which are subject to spoilage enhanced by contact with air. The container may be partially filled with liquid in a sub-chamber made anaerobic by a divider plate positioned on-the surface of the liquid and fitting sufficiently snugly within the container. The divider plate prevents contact between the beverage and air and thus reduces air-induced spoilage. Various embodiments provide springs and divider pullers to place the divider at the liquid surface, easy pouring and easy cleaning. A significant intended use is prolonging freshness of beverages in environments lacking refrigeration. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098817 | EDIBLE CONTAINER APPARATUS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A method and apparatus are provided for forming and baking an edible cone-shaped container, the container being of a bread dough provided with a light, flaky texture by the inclusion of solid flaked fat pieces in the dough mixture and the cone formed by an initial forming and cooking step followed by multiple baking steps. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098818 | Production of Soluble Protein Solutions from Soy ("S701") - A soy protein product, which may be an isolate, produces transparent heat-stable solutions at low pH values and is useful for the fortification of soft drinks and sports drinks without precipitation of protein. The soy protein product is obtained by extracting a soy protein source material with an aqueous calcium salt solution to form an aqueous soy protein solution, separating the aqueous soy protein solution from residual soy protein source, adjusting the pH of the aqueous soy protein solution to a pH of about 1.5 to about 4.4 to produce an acidified clear soy protein solution, which may be dried, following optional concentration and diafiltration, to provide the soy protein product. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098819 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ISOLATING AND/OR ELIMINATING AT LEAST ONE SOLUTE FROM A SOLUTION - This relates to an apparatus and method for removing solutes from a solution using nano-filtration to provide a treated wine. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098820 | Fresh Cheese And Process For Producing The Same - The present invention provides fresh cheese that is significantly reduced in deterioration of taste or flavor and deterioration of texture and has excellent keeping quality, and a process for producing the same. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098821 | Process for Solubilization of Flavor Oils - The inventive process allows the solubilization of flavor oil in water to produce clear beverages. The amount of emulsifier required for oil solubilization is less than that of oil, and a typical oil to emulsifier ratio is 2:1. A crude emulsion is first generated by high shear mixing of the emulsifier solution and flavor oil. The crude emulsion is then fed into a homogenizer to produce a finer emulsion. The resulting flavor concentrate can then be diluted to produce clear beverages. This process also simplifies the introduction of normally insoluble nutraceuticals, particularly lipophilic ones, into beverages. Compared to microemulsion formulations, this process provides an easy way of formulation customization to different flavors and nutraceuticals. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098822 | Isothiocyanate Preservatives and Methods of Their Use - A composition for preserving solid food products comprising a moisture-sensitive isothiocyanate compound and a hygroscopic carrier, wherein the composition is substantially free of sorbic acid, benzoic acid, and salts thereof. Also disclosed is a solid food product containing the aforementioned preservative composition and a method for preserving solid food products including the steps of adding a moisture-sensitive isothiocyanate to the solid food product and storing the resulting product at a reduced temperature. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098823 | Portable electrical piston-driven espresso machine - A method of making espresso and a portable espresso machine incorporating that method that is compact, lightweight, requires low power, and is readily transportable. The quantity of water required to make espresso is heated to the brewing temperature in a boiler equipped with a piston. The piston is driven by an electric motor. During the brewing cycle, the hot water is pushed by the piston through the compacted coffee contained in the portafilter. The rate of piston movement is chosen such that the coffee in the portafilter is infused by the hot water at the high pressure necessary for making espresso, typically about 100 psi or higher, and also such that the contact between the coffee and water is of a duration suitable for making espresso, typically about 15-25 seconds. The components are thermally insulated and strategically placed to minimize the size of the machine and allow for portability. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098824 | APPLIANCE FOR MAKING COFFEE, TEA AND THE LIKE - An appliance for making coffee, tea and the like comprises a simple strength control system ( | 2010-04-22 |
20100098825 | FOOD PRODUCT HANDLING DEVICE - A spatula ( | 2010-04-22 |
20100098826 | POLYSACCHARIDE THICKENER-CONTAINING DIETARY FIBER COMPOSITION - It is intended to provide a dietary fiber composition containing | 2010-04-22 |
20100098827 | MODIFIED PROTEIN-BASED, LOW-CARBOHYDRATE FOOD INGREDIENT AND PROCESS FOR MAKING SAME - A process for producing a protein-carbohydrate complex includes the steps of: providing a modified protein (MP), the MP characterized by being denatured and heated sufficiently to gel; mixing the MP with a carbohydrate to form an MP-carbohydrate mixture; and heating the MP-carbohydrate mixture to a temperature and for a time sufficient to faun MP-carbohydrate complexes. The resulting protein-carbohydrate complex may have properties that include a viscosity of at least 1.0 Pa-s at a shear rate of a 50 s | 2010-04-22 |
20100098828 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR FORMING A FLEXIBLE EDIBLE LAYER - A method for modifying the resilience of a flexible layer having a predetermined footprint and to be formed from a predetermined amount of edible material is described. The method includes increasing the thickness of the flexible layer whilst maintaining the predetermined amount of edible material and the footprint of the flexible layer. In one embodiment, increasing the thickness involves moulding in a flowable form the predetermined amount of edible material in a mould, the mould including a moulding region of substantially the same footprint as the flexible layer with the moulding region including at least one projection extending from the moulding region. The predetermined amount of edible material is then allowed to set. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098829 | FRUIT AND VEGETABLE SNACKS - The present invention discloses formulations for vacuum baked fruit and vegetable snack pieces that have a crispy, crunchy texture similar to potato chip, corn based wafers, and other popular snack items. A fruit or vegetable base is combined with other ingredients and water to make a slurry, which is sheeted and dried in a vacuum belt dryer, and separated into snack sized pieces. In one embodiment, substantial amounts of solid inclusions are combined with the slurry before drying. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098830 | High satiety, low calorie solid food product with high protein and fiber content - Low sugar solid food product such as a cracker, chip, shelf-stable bread or crouton, that promotes satiety primarily as a result of its high fiber and protein content. The fiber plus protein content, expressed in grams, times n=kcal per portion, where n is from 5 to 10 gives a result from 1 to 3. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098831 | NON INVASIVE DUAL BIOMETRIC IDENTIFICATION METHOD AND SYSTEM TO COLLECT AND SAFELY RETAIN FINGERPRINTS AND DNA FROM AN INDIVIDUAL - Non invasive method for collecting and retaining fingerprints and a DNA sample from an individual in a digit epithelial record comprising these steps: a) release the digit-epithelial record from its protection cover; b) lift the cover of the area with abrasive; c) rub the finger back and forth by pressing the finger; d) lower its cover; e) lift the cover of the area with graphite; f) rub the fingertip used in step c) by pressing the finger on the area with graphite; g) lower its cover; h) lift the cover of the area with adhesive; i) press the same fingertip used in step f) on the area with adhesive; J) lower its cover; and k)prepare the epithelial-digit record for later use. System to collect and safely retain digital impressions and a DNA sample from an individual by using the described method. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098832 | PREPARATION OF CONTROLLED RELEASE SKELETAL MUSCLE RELAXANT DOSAGE FORMS - The present invention is directed to a method of preparing an extended release pharmaceutical composition comprising cyclobenzaprine, comprising coating inert particles with a cyclobenzaprine-containing a drug layering composition to form IR beads, then coating the IR beads with an extended-release coating to form ER beads. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098833 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING A DRUG RELEASE RATE - A method of controlling the drug release rate of a drug coated endovascular stent by depositing a drug material layer on the stent and then modifying the drug material using gas cluster ion beam irradiation to create a carbon matrix with interstices containing the original drug. The rate at which the drug elutes through the interstices can be controlled by processing parameters. Multiple layers may be employed to create time varying release rates. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098834 | MOUNTING ASSEMBLY FOR A STENT AND A METHOD OF USING THE SAME TO COAT A STENT - A mounting assembly for a stent and a method of coating a stent using the assembly are provided. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098835 | Compensation of Actinic Radiation Intensity Profiles for Three-Dimensional Modelers - There is provided methods and apparatus for compensation of intensity profiles of imagers used in three-dimensional modelers. The intensity profile of the actinic radiation projected from the imager is determined by a variety of techniques, including but not limited to manually operated sensors, exposed and scanned actinic radiation-sensitive paper, and intensity profilers. Once the intensity profile of the imager is determined, each layer of the solidifiable liquid material is cured by projecting a plurality of patterns (as opposed to a single pattern) defining the two-dimensional cross-section of the part being cured. The patterns vary in duration, number, and/or shape to correlate to the intensity profile so that a single layer of selectively cured solidifiable liquid material is cured with a substantially equivalent (or otherwise controlled) amount of actinic radiation per unit of surface area to provide generally controlled and consistent part quality. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098836 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING SILANE DEPOSITION - A silane deposition monitoring system includes a plasma processing vessel, a silane deposition sensor and a plasma field receptor. A method of monitoring silane deposition in a plasma processing apparatus includes placing the silane deposition sensor within a processing vessel in proximity with the plasma field receptor and optically assessing the silane deposition sensor for silane during or following plasma silanization. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098837 | PLASMA DOPING METHOD AND APPARATUS - It is intended to provide a plasma doping method and apparatus which are superior in the controllability of the concentration of an impurity that is introduced into a surface layer of a sample. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098838 | Tunable Dielectric Compositions and Methods - Methods of tuning a printable dielectric layer, dielectric layers made by the method, and devices incorporating the dielectric layers. One such method includes printing a first dielectric composition and a second dielectric composition onto a substrate to provide a mixed composition. The first dielectric composition includes a first concentration of dispersed particles in a carrier fluid and the second dielectric composition includes a polymeric binder component. The mixed composition has a second concentration of particles. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098839 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING IMAGE DISPLAY APPARATUS - In the production of a thin image display apparatus by filling a curable resin composition between a protective part and a base and then curing the resin, the present invention enables a high-luminance and high-contrast image to be displayed in which display defects resulting from deformation of an image display part are not produced, the curable resin composition has a uniform thickness, and air bubbles are prevented from becoming mixed in the curable resin composition. A method for producing such an image display apparatus including the steps of coating a curable resin composition onto a base having an image display part or onto a light-transmitting protective part arranged on the image display part, arranging the base and the protective part to face each other in close proximity, and forming a cured resin layer between the base and the protective part by curing the curable resin composition, wherein as the curable resin composition, a resin composition is used which has a curing shrinkage ratio of 5% or less, a cured product storage modulus of 1×10 | 2010-04-22 |
20100098840 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING BACK ELECTRODE OF SILICON BULK SOLAR CELL - A method of manufacturing a back electrode of a silicon bulk solar cell is provided, which includes depositing a passivation layer on a back of a silicon substrate, and then coating a first metal paste on the passivation layer. Thereafter, a first sintering is performed at a high temperature, such that the first metal paste penetrates the passivation layer, joints to the silicon substrate, and diffuses into the back of the silicon substrate. Afterward, a second metal paste is coated on the back of the silicon substrate, and then a second sintering is performed at a low temperature to cure the second metal paste without penetrating the passivation layer, so as to finish the back electrode structure. Therefore, this method can reduce the manufacturing cost and simplify the manufacturing process. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098841 | CONDUCTIVE COMPOSITION VAND CONDUCTIVE CROSS-LINKED PRODUCT, CAPACITOR AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF, AND ANTISTATIC COATING MATERIAL, ANTISTATIC COATING, ANTISTATIC FILM, OPTICAL FILTER, AND OPTICAL INFORMATION RECORDING MEDIUM - A conductive composition comprises a π conjugated conductive polymer, a dopant, and a nitrogen-containing aromatic cyclic compound. A capacitor comprises an anode composed of a porous material of valve metal, a dielectric layer formed by oxidizing the surface of the anode, and a cathode provided on the dielectric layer and having a solid electrolyte layer containing a π conjugated conductive polymer, which comprises an electron donor compound containing an electron donor element provided between the dielectric layer and the cathode. Another capacitor is based on the above-described capacitor, wherein the solid electrolyte layer further comprises a dopant and a nitrogen-containing aromatic cyclic compound. An antistatic coating material comprises a π conjugated conductive polymer, a solubilizing polymer containing an anion group and/or an electron attractive group, a nitrogen-containing aromatic cyclic compound, and a solvent. An antistatic coating is formed by applying the antistatic coating material. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098842 | PROCESS FOR CORROSION-PROOFING METALLIC SUBSTRATES - The invention relates to a process for corrosion-proofing metallic substrates that involves in a first stage (I) coating the substrate by electroless immersion into an aqueous bath of an anticorrosion agent K1 with a pH of between 1 and 5, comprising at least one compound having as its cation a lanthanide metal and/or a d-block element metal, bar chromium, and/or having as its anion a d-block element metallate, bar chromium-containing metallates, and at least one oxidation-capable acid, bar phosphorus and/or chromium acids, a conversion being effected on the substrate surface, and in a concluding stage (III) carrying out further coating by deposition of a cathodic electrocoat material. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098843 | COLOR ENHANCING EMULSIONS - Color enhancing compositions for enhancing, changing and concealing the color of substrates to which the compositions are applied are provided. The compositions include chromatically selective scattering particles having small sizes and narrow size distributions. Inks, paints and other coatings made from the color enhancing compositions are also provided. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098844 | Application of ultraviolet reflective materials to surfaces to enhance avian and human safety - The purpose of this invention, what is being patented, is the application of ultraviolet lights or reflective paint, coating or other material to serve as a means of creating a reflective surface for ultraviolet light. The advantages are many including use on any object that is subject to bird impact—solid or transparent—moving or non-moving, This invention is also valuable when applied to interior surfaces of sanitation equipment (like air conditioning ducts, ultraviolet air cleaners, ultraviolet water purifiers) which are then struck by ultraviolet light to reflect (or bounce) the light and enhance the area of coverage and effectiveness. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098845 | Method for feeding particles of a coating material into a thermal spraying process - In a method particles are delivered to a thermal spraying process for forming a layer on a component. They are entrained there by a carrier gas stream and deposited on a component to be coated. The particles are dispersed in a liquid or solid additive before being introduced into a supply line which issues into the thermal spraying apparatus, the additive, after leaving the supply line, being transferred into the gaseous state in the carrier gas stream. A liquid additive evaporates or a solid additive is sublimated, whereby the particles in the carrier gas stream are separated. The dispersal of the particles in the additive simplifies an exact metering and prevents the particles from forming lumps, so that improved layers can be deposited by virtue of an improved homogeneity of the carrier gas stream. As the additive has been transferred into the gaseous state, it is not deposited in the layer. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098846 | PATTERNED SOFT ADHESIVES AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A method is disclosed for making a soft adhesive tape. The method comprises providing a soft adhesive, rolling a gravure cylinder on the soft adhesive to meter the soft adhesive, depositing the metered soft adhesive from the gravure cylinder onto a carrier web, and transferring the soft adhesive to a backing substrate. In exemplary implementations, the method includes drying or curing the metered soft adhesive on the carrier web before transferring the soft adhesive to the backing substrate. A system is disclosed for making a layer of soft adhesive. The system comprises an applicator containing a soft adhesive, a gravure cylinder to meter the soft adhesive from the applicator, and a carrier web passing through the gravure cylinder, the carrier web supporting the metered soft adhesive deposited by the gravure cylinder. In exemplary implementations, a dryer may be included for curing the metered soft adhesive on the carrier web. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098847 | Drop Deposition Materials for Imprint Lithography - A fluid for dispensation on a substrate. In one implementation, the fluid comprises a set of fluid parameters to facilitate dispensation of the fluid from the system. In another implementation, the fluid comprises a set of fluid parameters specific to a polymerizable material. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098848 | Fluid Dispense Device Calibration - Systems and methods for calibrating a dispense head to provide substantially uniform droplets on a substrate are described. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098850 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TOP REMOVAL OF GRANULAR MATERIAL FROM A FLUIDIZED BED DEPOSITION REACTOR - A method of operating a fluidized bed deposition reactor to provide top removal of granular material, including production product is set forth. The vertical generally cylindrical reactor has at least one gas inlet at the lower end, at least one gas and solids outlet at the upper end and a gas/granular product separator connected to the gas and solids outlet. A heated reaction zone located in the lower portion of the reactor includes a fluidized bed; the bed being fluidized to establish a bubbling fluidized bed with a defined stable height. A disengaging space is provided above the stable bed height. A reaction gas is added to the bottom of the reactor, the reaction gas depositing a reaction product coating on the granular particles, the coating being abraded off the granules. The combined flow rate of the fluidizing gas and the reaction gas is adjusted so that a majority of the granular particles are retained in the reactor while maintaining bubbling. The height of the bed is increased and the disengaging height above the bed is decreased until the bursting of bubbles near the surface of the bed throws granular particles through the gas and solids outlet to the gas/granular product separator. The flow rates of the gases are controlled to maintain a balance between particles removed by the separator and the average rate of granular particle size increase as adjusted for attrition. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098851 | TECHNIQUES FOR ATOMIC LAYER DEPOSITION - Techniques for atomic layer deposition (ALD) are disclosed. In one particular exemplary embodiment, the techniques may be realized as a system for ALD comprising a plurality of reactors in a stacked configuration, wherein each reactor comprises a wafer holding portion for holding a target wafer, a gas assembly coupled to the plurality of reactors and configured to provide at least one gas to at least one of the plurality of reactors, and an exhaust assembly coupled to the plurality of reactors and configured to exhaust the at least one gas from the at least one of the plurality of reactors. The gas assembly may further comprise a valve assembly coupled to each of the first gas inlet, the second gas inlet, and the third gas inlet, where the valve assembly is configured to selectively release at least one of the first gas, the second gas, and the third gas. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098852 | ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR REGULATING A GAS STREAM OR THE LIKE - An arrangement for the regulation of a gas stream or the like is provided, which comprises at least one vaporizer crucible for the vaporization of a material or at least one supply container with material vapor. The vaporized material or the material vapor is conducted via a vapor conduit to a substrate. The at least one vaporizer crucible or the at least one supply container is connected via a dosing pipe with the vapor conduit. A tappet projects into the dosing pipe. By means of a regulator the position of the tappet in the dosing pipe is regulated as a function of a measured variable. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098853 | ARRANGEMENT FOR VAPORIZING MATERIALS AND METHOD FOR COATING SUBSTRATES - The invention relates to an arrangement for the vaporization of materials, and specifically of organic materials, such as are utilized for example in the production of OLEDs. A heating element and a device for transporting a carrier for a layer to be vaporized are herein provided. The carrier with the layer to be vaporized is guided over the heating element where the layer is vaporized and deposited on a substrate. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098854 | PRESSURE CONTROLLED DROPLET SPRAYING (PCDS) METHOD FOR FORMING PARTICLES OF COMPOUND MATERIALS FROM MELTS - A method and apparatus of forming compositionally homogeneous particles is provided. The method includes forming a homogenous melt from a plurality of constituent materials under a first pressure sufficient to prevent substantial vaporization of the constituent materials. Droplets are generated from the homogenous melt. The droplets are cooled under a second pressure sufficient to prevent substantial vaporization of the constituent materials at least until the homogeneous particles formed therefrom have stabilized. | 2010-04-22 |
20100098855 | FURNACE TEMPERATURE CONTROL METHOD FOR THERMAL BUDGET BALANCE - A furnace temperature control method for thermal budget balance includes the steps of: placing a plurality of batches of wafers in the furnace; processing the wafers in the furnace via a heat deposition process; adjusting temperature in the furnace during the heat deposition process so that the temperature in the furnace has a temperature gradient; and controlling and inverting the temperature gradient so that the wafers in the furnace have the same thermal budget, whereby the electric parameters of the processed wafers tend to become uniform. Accordingly, considering the influence of the thermal budget, the present invention adjusts the temperature in the furnace and balances the thermal budget of the wafers in the furnace to avoid that the electric parameters of the processed wafers have extreme values, thereby improving the yield rate. | 2010-04-22 |