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Patent DE-602007008468-D1 (DE)
Inventor: LE CROM CHRISTOPHE
IPC: G11B7/24038
Filed: 2007-11-26
Abstract: The invention relates to a core-shell-type multilayer particle comprising at least one layer B that comprises at least one photoactive monomer bearing a photoisomerizable chromophore and a rigid shell A. The photoactive monomer has the following formula (I): (I) in which: X denotes H or CH3-; G denotes -O-C(-O)-, -C(-O)-O-, a substituted or unsubstituted phenyl group, or else -NR-C(-O)-, NR being bonded to L and R being H or a C1-C10 alkyl group; L denotes a spacer group; CR denotes a photoisomerizable chromophore. It is possible to use the multilayer particle of the invention to achieve optical storage of 2D data.
Patent DE-602007009131-D1 (DE)
Inventor: VAN MERKSTEIJN JACOBUS LAMBERTUS
IPC: B64C21/10
Filed: 2007-01-26
Abstract: The invention relates to a surface structure comprising surface elements (3) arranged in scales forming alternating rows, wherein the surface elements comprise grooves (4), which extend obliquely from the longitudinal axis (5) of a row in a featherlike arrangement, wherein preferably the surface elements (3) in a row extend over each other like tiles, and/or the surface elements (3) are leaf shaped, and/or the stalk of the leaf shaped surface elements (3) is teardrop shaped providing a pin shape to the surface elements.
Patent DE-602007010108-D1 (DE)
Inventor: ARBER NADIR
IPC: G01N33/574
Filed: 2007-01-31
Abstract: Methods and kits for diagnosing cancer or a pre-malignant lesion by determining the presence and/or level of circulating CD24 of a subject are provided. Also provided are methods and kits for determining if a subject is predisposed to gastrointestinal cancer by the determining the presence or absence, in a homozygous or heterozygous form of cancer associated genotype(s) in the CD24 and/or APC nucleic acid sequences. Also provided are methods and kits for monitoring efficacy of cancer therapy by determining the presence and/or level of circulating CD24 of a subject.
Patent DE-602007013540-D1 (DE)
Inventor: KIM JIN PIL
IPC: H04L27/26
Filed: 2007-01-19
Abstract: A method and apparatus for transmitting and receiving traffic information is disclosed. Various kinds of traffic information can be transmitted using broadcasting signals in the form of DVB-H or DVB-T. Particularly, in the present invention, congestion traffic status information can be transmitted using DVB-H or DVB-T.
Patent DE-602007014206-D1 (DE)
Inventor: REHAVI MOSHE
IPC: A61K31/343
Filed: 2007-06-21
Abstract: Novel serotonin reuptake inhibitor compounds which are designed to exert serotonin uptake inhibitory activity in the peripheral system while being devoid of CNS activity, and a process of preparing same are disclosed. Further disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing same and uses thereof in the treatment of medical conditions associated with peripheral serotonin levels and/or activity, and/or platelet aggregation.
Patent DE-602008002722-D1 (DE)
Inventor: VOSS TIMO
IPC: B64C9/32
Filed: 2008-02-25
Abstract: The invention pertains to a spoiler (5) for an aerodynamically active surface of an aircraft (1), particularly for an airfoil of an aircraft, wherein said spoiler is supported on the aerodynamically active surface such that it is articulated about an axis (11) extending transverse to the air flow direction and can be adjusted relative to the air flow. According to the invention, the spoiler features two or more segments (6, 7) that are arranged behind one another referred to the air flow direction and extend transverse to the air flow direction, wherein said segments are connected to one another in an articulated fashion and can be adjusted to different angles referred to the air flow. The successively arranged segments of the spoiler (5) can be actuated, in particular, by means of an actuating device (8, 9, 10) in such a way that the rear segment (7) is adjusted relative to the air flow by a greater angle than the front segment (6).
Patent DE-602008003505-D1 (DE)
Inventor: NIGHTINGALE CHRISTOPHER GEORGE EDWARD
IPC: H01L31/048
Filed: 2008-05-06
Abstract: An electrical connection system (10) for providing electrical connection between first and second devices comprises one or more electrical connection posts (12) and one or more electrical connection tubes (14). Each post (12) has a first end (16) and an opposite second end (18), where the first end (16) is configured to electrically connect with a first device such as a photovoltaic cell (20). Each tube (14) has an opening (22) to receive and provide electrical connection with the second end (18) of a respective post (12). First and second end connectors (24 and 26) are provided at respective opposite axial ends of a connection tube (14) to enable end to end electrical connection between adjacent tubes (14).
Patent DE-3890892-D2 (DE)
Title: Spectacle lens with astigmatic effect
Inventor: GUILINO GUENTHER
IPC: G02B3/02
Filed: 1988-07-18
Granted: 1989-09-07
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/DE88/00443 Sec. 371 Date May 18, 1989 Sec. 102(e) Date May 18, 1989 PCT Filed Jul. 18, 1988 PCT Pub. No. WO89/00710 PCT Pub. Date Jan. 26, 1989.An ophthalmic lens for use in the correction of astigmation, wherein in order to reduce the critical thickness and/or the variation of the edge thickness along the circumference of the lens, the refractive index changes at least along the critical main section in such a manner that at least part of the cylindrical correction is attained by the refractive index variation.
Patent DE-4494850-D2 (DE)
Inventor: POSANSKI ULRICH
IPC: A61K38/13
Filed: 1994-07-08
Granted: 1996-08-22
Abstract: Pharmaceutical prepn. comprises () a pharmaceutically active agent which is sparingly soluble in water; and (b) a carrier compsn. comprising (i) at least one polyglycerine fatty acid ester and/or at least one sorbitan fatty acid ester, (ii) at least 1 conventional pharmaceutical oil contg. a triglyceride as lipophilic component and (iii) at least 1 nonionic surfactant with a HLB value of at least 10.   The active agent is pref. a cyclosporin, rapamycin, tacrolimus, deoxyspergualine, nifedipine, nimodipine, etoposide, ibuprofen or alpha-lipoic acid. The active agent has a solubility, in distilled water, of less than 500mg/1000ml. The active agent concn. is 1-30 wt.%, based on the carrier compsn. The carrier compsn. comprises 10-50 wt.% component (i), 5-40 wt% component (ii) and 10-50 wt % component (iii).
Patent DE-10391576-D2 (DE)
Inventor: MUELLER ERIC
IPC: F16H61/688
Filed: 2003-04-10
Granted: 2005-03-03
Abstract: Hydraulic system comprises a multi-flow, especially dual-flow, pressure supply unit such as a pump for supplying a volume flow to a consumer. A valve arrangement is provided for switching between the individual pump flows and/or for interconnecting the individual pump flows.  An Independent claim is also included for an automatic gearbox for motor vehicles comprising the above hydraulic system. Preferred Features: The individual pump flows are joined or separated via a non-return valve.
Patent DE-19982055-D2 (DE)
Inventor: STRUBE LUTZ
IPC: B65D17/34
Filed: 1999-10-08
Granted: 2001-08-30
Abstract: A can end made of sheet metal for containers which in a closed state has an increased inner pressure compared to an ambient pressure. The can end includes a substantially flat central panel, a portion in the central panel is smaller with respect to the panel, and is adapted to be broken out of the panel by tearing. The smaller portion is defined by a score line, and a tab that is adapted for gripping and serving for opening the smaller portion. The tab is mounted at the central panel. In a longitudinally limited section of the can end, following a starting portion of the score line, at least one of a metal structure and structure lines of the sheet metal below the score line have a substantially higher density compared to a metal structure of the sheet metal below at least adjacent score line sections for temporarily blocking the opening process, which is difficult to control, after initially breaking or tearing open the score line.
Patent BR-132020016467-E2 (BR)
Title: Disco múltiplo de atendimento para suporte de ancoragem
Inventor: ADOLFO LUIZ SOARES DE ALMEIDA
IPC: H02G7/14
Filed: 2020-08-13
Abstract: disco múltiplo de atendimento para suporte de ancoragem. trata-se de um disco múltiplo (10) na forma de acessório para sustentação de ganchos (gx) para ancoragem de cabos que compõe a rede de fibra óptica ou outro objeto similar, sendo que dito disco (10) é instalado em suportes de ancoragem (30) de cabos de fibra óptica em postes e estruturas similares, sendo ditos suportes compreendidos por conjunto de peças, tal como roldanas (31) e (33), ferragem intermediária (32), trava (34), borrachas de aderência (35), tampa (36) e porca (37a) de parafuso de fixação (37), dito disco múltiplo (10) é compreendido por placa laminar (20) confeccionada em ferro galvanizado provida de orifício central (21) de diâmetro (d1) para a passagem do parafuso de fixação (37) integrante do suporte de ancoragem (30) e prevê um par de guias estabilizadoras (22) equidistantes em largura (l1) correspondente a largura (l2) da ferragem intermediária (32) componente do mesmo suporte de ancoragem (30), bem como, dita placa laminar (20) integra múltiplos orifícios (23) equidistantes de diâmetro (d2) para montagem dos ganchos (gx), sendo ditos orifícios (23) aplicados com espaçamento (x) em relação à borda periférica (20).
Patent MD-1300-F1 (MD)
Title: Container for transportation, stacking and storage of tobacco bales
Inventor: PANFIL GHEORGHE
IPC: B65D19/00
Filed: 1997-11-06
Abstract: The invention relates to the tobacco industry, in particular, to the containers for transportation, stacking and storage of tobacco bales. The container comprises a base 1 made in the form of a rectangular frame with gusset plates 8 at the corners and supporting legs 2, installed at an angle relative to the base sides, stops of the tobacco bales, made in the form of long pins 5, fixed on the back side of the base and in the form of short pins 7, fixed on the fore side of the base, vertical supports 3, slopely mounted one relative to the other onto the lateral sides of the base and connected by means of a strip 4. The upper ends of the supports are bent inside the container. The vertical supports of the container back side are connected by a "U" hook 9. The technical result consists in the simplification of the container construction. Claims: 3 Fig.: 3 <IMAGE>
Patent MD-3395-F1 (MD)
Inventor: NASTAS Ion
IPC: G01N33/49
Filed: 2006-06-21
Abstract: Inventia se refera la medicina experimentala si poate fi  utilizata la recoltarea probelor de sangede la animale de laborator pentru efectuarea cercetarilor dupa modelarea proceselor patologice si monitorizarea lor. Esenta inventiei consta in aceeaca regiunea labiala inferioara sau a gatului animalelor de laborator se prelucreaza cu un  unguent ce contine benzilnicotinat de sodiu 20…25 mg, heparina 1200…1800 UI, dimetilsulfoxid 200…250 mg si in calitate de excipient vaselina-lanolina pana la 1 g, dupa 10…15 min animalele sunt supuse unei anestezii usoare inhalatorii cu eter dietilic timp de1…5 min, unguentul aplicat se inlatura cu un tampon de tifon, pielea se prelucreaza cu o solutie de6% de etilendiamintetraacetat de sodiu  cu pH-ul 7,4, dupa care se recolteaza probele de sange si apoi  se efectueaza hemostaza  prin prelucrarea plagii cu un amestec hemostatic, care  contine alaun de potasiu si N-(2,3-dimetilfenil)-antranilat de sodiu in raport masic de 3:1.
Patent MD-690-G2 (MD)
Title: Medium for the red alga Porphyridium cruentum cultivation (its variants)
Inventor: CEPOI LILIANA
IPC: A01G33/00
Filed: 1993-12-29
Abstract: The invention relates to microbiological industry, in particular, alcology, especially to media for red alga Porphyridium cruentum cultivation.The summary of the invention consists in the fact, that the proposed medium (variant 1) comprises KCl, NaCl, MgSO4. 7H2O, KNO3, K2HPO4, Ca(NO3)2.4H2O, KBr, KI, FeCL3.6H2O, ZnSO4.7H2O, CuSO4.5H2O, MnSO4, H3BO3, NaVO3, and MoO3 and the proposed medium (variant2), comprising KCl, NaCl, MgSO4.7H2O, NaNO3, K2HPO4, Ca(NO3)2.4H2O, KBr, KI, FeCl3.6H2O, ZnSO4.7H2O, CuSO4.5H2O, MnSO4, H3BO3, NaVO3, and MoO3 .The technical result of the invention consists in the fact, that in the proposed medium (variant 1 and 2), the K and Na quantitative content is balanced.
Patent MD-668-G2 (MD)
Title: Process for strong drinks preparation
Inventor: SOLONARI ANDREI
IPC: C12G3/06
Filed: 1996-02-05
Abstract: The invention relates to the alcoholic beverage industry, especially, to one of the processes for strong drinks preparation.The process foresees water blending with alcohol, sorter's prefiltration, the treatment with activated carbon, cooling, final fltration and the stand-up of the strong drink, in which the water before blending it with alcohol, is aerated 0,5-1,0 hour, is treated with activated carbon, in amount of 3-5 mg/dm3, is filtrated, softened, cooled down to 1 - 4oC but the sorter is blended and is treated by 5-12oC, is standed up by periodic stirring 16-24 hours, is prefiltrated, the ingredients are introduced, is cooled, is standed up 1-3 days and finally is filtrated at a temperature of - 2oC to - 10oC.The technical result consists in the impurities diminution of strong drinks by staving off the alcohol oxidation and the aldehydes' formation in them.
Patent MD-1805-G2 (MD)
Title: Method of lymphorrhea control after mammectomy
Inventor: MACHIDON VITALIE
IPC: A61B17/00
Filed: 2000-12-06
Abstract: The invention refers to medicine, namely to oncology.Summary of the invention consists in that after removal of the mammary gland affected by the regional lymphatic ganglions at all levels and drainage, there are applied musculocutaneous sutures for long compression by impervious suture of the skin flaps with surgical nonabsorbable kapron. Afterwards, the operative wound is sutured in layers.The result of the invention consists in the amelioration of processes for the regeneration of postoperative wounds and prophylaxis of purulent complications.
Patent FR-07C0056-I1 (FR)
IPC: A61K31/4439
Filed: 2007-11-05
Abstract: Substituted 2-(2,6-dioxopiperidin-3-yl)phthalimides and 1-oxo-2-(2,6-dioxopiperidin-3-yl)isoindolines reduce the levels of TNF± in a mammal. Typical embodiments are 1-oxo-2-(2,6-dioxo-3-methylpiperidin-3-yl)-4,5,6,7-tetrafluoroisoindoline and 1,3-dioxo-2-(2,6-dioxo-3-methylpiperidin-3-yl)-4-aminoisoindoline.
Patent LU-92262-I2 (LU)
IPC: A61K39/00
Filed: 2013-07-31
Abstract: The present invention relates to immunogenic compositions and vaccines for the treatment and prevention of Neisserial disease. Immunogenic compositions of the invention contain combinations of antigens selected from at least two different classes of antigens including adhesins, autotransporter proteins, toxins, iron acquisitions proteins and membrane-associated protein (preferably integral outer membrane protein)s. Such combinations of antigens are able to target the immune response against different aspects of the neisserial life cycle, resulting in a more effective immune response.
Patent DE-19775012-I2 (DE)
Inventor: WELCH WILLARD MCKOWAN
IPC: C07C211/00
Filed: 1980-10-28
Granted: 2001-02-08
Abstract: Novel cis-isomeric derivatives of 4-phenyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-naphthalenamine are useful as antidepressant agents. These novel compounds act to block the synaptosomal uptake of serotonin (5-hydroxy-tryptamine), thereby alleviating serotonin abnormalities at central receptor sites. The preferred embodiment is the enantiomer cis-(1S)-N-methyl-4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-naphthal enamine and its pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts.
Patent DE-19975060-I2 (DE)
Inventor: PETERSEN UWE DR
IPC: A23K20/195
Filed: 1989-06-30
Granted: 2004-10-14
Abstract: 7-(1-Pyrrolidinyl)-1,4-dihydro-4-oxo-3-quinoline-carboxylic acid and 7-(1-pyrrolidinyl)-1,4-dihydro-4-oxo-1,8-naphthyridin-3-carboxylic derivs. of formula (I), their hydrates, acid addition salts, as well as their alkali metal, alkaline earth, silver and guanidinium salts are new; X<1> = halo; X<2> = H, NH2, 1-4C alkylamino, di(1-3C alkyl)amino, OH, 1-4C alkoxy, SH, 1-4C alkylthio, arylthio or halo; R<1> = 1-4C alkyl, 2-4C alkenyl, 3-6C cycloalkyl, 2-hydroxyethyl, 2-fluoroethyl, OMe, NH2, MeNH, EtNH or Me2N; or is Ph (opt. mono- or disubstd. by F); R<2> = H, 1-4C alkyl or (5-methyl-2-oxo-1,3-dioxol-4-yl)methyl; R<3> = a gp. of formula (a): R<4> = 1-4C alkyl, aryl or 1-4C acyl; R<5> = H, 1-4C alkyl, OH or OMe; R<6> = H, 1-4C alkyl (opt. substd. by OH), aryl, heteroaryl, benzyl, 1-4C alkoxycarbonyl, 1-4C acyl, (5-methyl-2-oxo-1,3-dioxol-4-yl)methyl or 3-6C cycloalkyl; R<7> = H or 1-4C alkyl; R',R'' = H, Me or Ph; R''' = H or Me; Y = O, CH2, CH2CH2 or CH2O (where the bond to N may be via C as well as O); (Note: Y is not otherwise defined in claim 1). Z = O or S; A = N or CR<8>; R<8> = H, halo, Me, CN, NO2 or OH, or R<8>+R<1> = a bridge of type (b)-(d): Cpds. of formula (e) are excluded; R1 = 1-4C alkyl; R2,R3 = H or 1-4C alkyl; R4 = cyclopropyl, Ph, halophenyl, thienyl, opt. substd. by 1-4C alkyl or halo; R5 = halo. Also claimed is the S,S-configuration of a cpd. of formula (f) and its salts:A = CCl, CF or COMe.
Patent ES-2401022-R1 (ES)
Title: Caja de embalaje
Inventor: FUSTER ASENSI JOSE HIGINIO
IPC: B62B5/00
Filed: 2011-03-17
Abstract: Caja de embalaje que comprende 3 partes fundamentales, los paneles de cerramiento (Figura 1), los perfiles estructurales extrusionados o aristas (Figura 2) y los vértices o nudos de acople (Figura 3). La pieza del nudo de acople realizada en aluminio inyectado y mecanizado presenta en una sola pieza distintos subsistemas (Figura 4) que le dotan de múltiples funciones gracias a su particular geometría: las guías posibilitan su inserción machihembrada de los perfiles extrusionados y su anclaje mediante tornillos mecánicos. Sitúa y posiciona los paneles de cerramiento para cerrar la caja en sus tres dimensiones. Permite utilización de ruedas y tacos de apoyo y frenado. Aloja sistemas de seguridad. Permite la sujeción y estiba de los embalajes en su transporte.
Patent ES-2541177-R2 (ES)
Title: Formulación cosmética de uso tópico con capacidad de regeneración dérmica, epidérmica y antiarrugas
Inventor: MAYAYO FALO TEODORO
IPC: A61K8/00
Filed: 2014-01-15
Abstract: Formulación cosmética para uso tópico con capacidad de regeneración dérmica, epidérmica y antiarrugas consistente en una formulación extemporánea que, además de ácido hialurónico, colágeno, hexapéptido-8, acetil octapéptido-3 acetil pentapéptido-18, el factor de crecimiento epidérmico EGF y el factor de crecimiento fibroblástico bFGF, contiene: aceite de pepita de uva, triglicérido caprilico/cáprico, oleato gliceril polietilenglicol 25 y dimeticoria; copolímero de hidroxietil acrilato/acriloildimetil taurato de sodio; y butilhidroxitolueno, siendo el resultado de la interposición en una fase acuosa de ácido hialurónico, colágeno, acetil hexapéptido-8, acetil octapéptido-3, acetil pentapéptido-18 y copolímero de hidroxietil acrilato/acriloildimetil taurato de sodio, de una fase oleosa de EGF y el bFGF aceite de pepita de uva, triglicérido caprílico/cáprico, oleato gliceril polietilenglicol 25, dimeticona y butilhidroxitolueno.
Patent CL-2008001251-S1 (CL)
Title: Suela para calzado.
Inventor: SYLVIE M C ROY
Filed: 2008-04-30
Abstract: Suela para calzado.
Patent SI-0653426-T1 (SI)
Title: Indole derivatives, salts thereof and heart affection therapeutic agent comprising the same
Inventor: KYOTANI YOSHINORI
IPC: C07D491/048
Filed: 1994-10-28
Abstract: An indole derivative represented by formula (1), <CHEM>  wherein A is a group <CHEM>  or <CHEM> wherein R<1><0> is hydrogen or lower alkyl, dotted lines may optionally be resent, and R<1>-R<9> represents various substitutional groups. The compound (1) exhibits a positive inotropic action on cardiac muscle, an anti-arrhythmic action, and a vasodilation action without increasing the heart rate. A heart affection therapeutic agent comprising this compound as an effective component is extremely effective for treating heart failures and arrhythmia.
Patent SI-1027093-T1 (SI)
Title: Apparatus for applying 5-aminolevulinic acid
Inventor: GOLUB ALLYN
IPC: A61K31/197
Filed: 1998-10-30
Abstract: A method and apparatus for storing, mixing and applying ALA as a treatment for lesions. The apparatus comprises a deformable container enclosing a hermetically sealed compartment of essentially anhydrous ALA which is shielded from exposure to air and moisture, and a liquid diluent. The liquid diluent may be in a second compartment. The deformable container is squeezed to crush the compartments and mix the essentially anhydrous ALA with the liquid diluent. The ALA may be delivered from the deformable container through a point applicator for controlling and precisely directing the application during treatment.
Patent AT-E424040-T1 (AT)
Inventor: EEVERS WALTER DR
IPC: C09J7/02
Filed: 2000-03-30
Granted: 2009-03-15
Abstract: The present invention relates to a water-permeable adhesive tape for processing semiconductor wafers and/or semiconductor related materials comprising at least one base film and an adhesive, wherein said at least one base film possesses perforations and has a cavity ratio of 3.0 to 90%. The water-permeable adhesive tape is in particular suitable for dicing semiconductor wafers and/or semiconductor related materials using laser technology. <IMAGE>   <IMAGE>   <IMAGE>
Patent AT-E314053-T1 (AT)
Inventor: RUPPERT STEPHAN DR
IPC: A61K8/06
Filed: 2000-06-14
Granted: 2006-01-15
Abstract: Cosmetic or dermatological cleansing emulsions (I) contain: (a) 1-30 wt. % wash-active-surfactant(s) having HLB value more than 15; (b) 35-50 wt. % oil component(s); (c) 0.2-5 wt. % polyacrylate(s) selected from anionic copolymers selected from homo- and copolymers of acrylic acids, alkylated acrylic acid derivatives and/or their salts; and (d) 5-60 wt % water.
Patent AT-E289827-T1 (AT)
Inventor: QUEIROZ VIEIRA PEDRO
IPC: A01M1/20
Filed: 2000-10-09
Granted: 2005-03-15
Abstract: The appliance to evaporate volatile substances e.g. insecticides and/or air fresheners, has an electrical resistance (15) to give a heating unit (10) of small dimensions with a rod resistance body (17) in a miniaturized appliance. The rod resistance body has an outer resistance coating (16) to give a structured resistance value, according to the composition of the volatile substances in use with the required heating temperature for evaporation. The coating is cut and/or ground in local zones, e.g. in a spiral cut (18). The resistance layer is a metal oxide and/or the resistance body is of ceramics.
Patent AT-E348003-T1 (AT)
Inventor: OTOKITA KENJI
IPC: B41J2/055
Filed: 2000-01-28
Granted: 2007-01-15
Abstract: To provide an ink jet recording apparatus and a driving method of a recording head used (4) with the ink jet recording apparatus capable of properly controlling the behavior of a meniscus at an nozzle orifice (51) and stably jetting an extremely small ink drop through a nozzle orifice (51) having a large diameter, a drive signal (DP1) for ejecting an ink drop for forming a microdot consists of a charge element (Pwc1) for largely pulling in a meniscus toward a pressure generating chamber (71), a discharge element (Pwd1) for pushing out the meniscus slightly toward the nozzle orifice (51), and a charge element (Pwc2) for pulling in the meniscus slightly toward the pressure generating chamber (71). The elements being connected in order in the drive signal. <IMAGE>
Patent AT-E368022-T1 (AT)
Inventor: CHAUDHARI RAGHUNATH VITTHAL
IPC: B01J27/232
Filed: 2000-11-29
Granted: 2007-08-15
Abstract: A process for the preparation of 1,4 butenediol comprising hydrogenating an aqueous solution of 1,4 butynediol under stirring conditions over a supported platinum or palladium and nickel catalyst in basic medium at a temperature in the range of 20 - 110 DEG C and pressure in the range between 200 - 700 psig till the reaction is completed, cooling the reaction mixture to room temperature and separating the catalyst by known methods to obtain 1, 4 butenediol.