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A system comprising: a parachute comprising a canopy and suspension lines; a weight coupled to a first end of the suspension lines, the weight being couplable to a cargo; and a ring configured to float in a body of water and being disposed between the weight and the canopy, the suspension lines passing through a center of the ring. a parachute comprising a canopy and suspension lines; a weight coupled to a first end of the suspension lines, the weight being couplable to a cargo; and a ring configured to float in a body of water and being disposed between the weight and the canopy, the suspension lines passing through a center of the ring.
A pulse generation device, comprising: a baseband pulse generating unit including a pulse generator that is configured to generate a pulse train and a low pass filter that is configured to receive the pulse train output from the pulse generator and wherein the low pass filter is configured to output a baseband pulse signal, characterized in that the pulse generator is configured to generate the pulse train based on a certain control signal, wherein a pulse pattern of the control signal includes a first monopulse having a first pulse width of one bit, a second monopulse having a second pulse width of five bits on a time axis, and a third monopulse having a third pulse width of one bit, wherein the first monopulse, the second monopulse and the third monopulse are configured to be sequentially output from a timing generator at intervals of two bits, wherein the pulse generator is configured to receive the pulse pattern and is configured to output the pulse train including three monopulses corresponding to the pulse pattern, and wherein the device is configured such that when the pulse pattern is input to the pulse generator, a waveform of the pulse pattern is configured to be shaped by the low pass filter such that a waveform of an output pulse of the pulse generation device on the time axis becomes substantially equivalent to a waveform (Gt) of a Gaussian pulse on the time axis and a waveform of the output pulse on a frequency axis becomes equivalent to a waveform (Gt) of the Gaussian pulse on the frequency axis. a baseband pulse generating unit including a pulse generator that is configured to generate a pulse train and a low pass filter that is configured to receive the pulse train output from the pulse generator and wherein the low pass filter is configured to output a baseband pulse signal, characterized in that the pulse generator is configured to generate the pulse train based on a certain control signal, wherein a pulse pattern of the control signal includes a first monopulse having a first pulse width of one bit, a second monopulse having a second pulse width of five bits on a time axis, and a third monopulse having a third pulse width of one bit, wherein the first monopulse, the second monopulse and the third monopulse are configured to be sequentially output from a timing generator at intervals of two bits, wherein the pulse generator is configured to receive the pulse pattern and is configured to output the pulse train including three monopulses corresponding to the pulse pattern, and wherein the device is configured such that when the pulse pattern is input to the pulse generator, a waveform of the pulse pattern is configured to be shaped by the low pass filter such that a waveform of an output pulse of the pulse generation device on the time axis becomes substantially equivalent to a waveform (Gt) of a Gaussian pulse on the time axis and a waveform of the output pulse on a frequency axis becomes equivalent to a waveform (Gt) of the Gaussian pulse on the frequency axis.
A barcode detection system for simultaneously detecting a group of barcodes, comprising: a handheld barcode reader comprising an imaging device operatively connected to a processing unit; said barcode reader being responsiveto an activation device; wherein said activation device is configured to generate an activation signal in response to a first action of a user; said barcode reader is configured to commence a scanning operation in response to said activation signal; said imaging device is configured to scan a plurality of barcodes in a scanned area during said scanning operation; said processing unit is configured to generate one or more images of the scanned area; characterized in that for each given image of the one or more images the system is arranged to: identify the barcodes within the given image and decode data encoded in the barcodes; compare each decoded barcode from the given image to other decoded barcodes from other images; and in case identical barcodes from different images are found, compare the location of the identical barcodes in respect of the scanned area, and based on a comparison of a distance of their location discard identical barcodes from further processing. a handheld barcode reader comprising an imaging device operatively connected to a processing unit; said barcode reader being responsiveto an activation device; wherein said activation device is configured to generate an activation signal in response to a first action of a user; said barcode reader is configured to commence a scanning operation in response to said activation signal; said imaging device is configured to scan a plurality of barcodes in a scanned area during said scanning operation; said processing unit is configured to generate one or more images of the scanned area; characterized in that for each given image of the one or more images the system is arranged to: identify the barcodes within the given image and decode data encoded in the barcodes; compare each decoded barcode from the given image to other decoded barcodes from other images; and in case identical barcodes from different images are found, compare the location of the identical barcodes in respect of the scanned area, and based on a comparison of a distance of their location discard identical barcodes from further processing. identify the barcodes within the given image and decode data encoded in the barcodes; compare each decoded barcode from the given image to other decoded barcodes from other images; and in case identical barcodes from different images are found, compare the location of the identical barcodes in respect of the scanned area, and based on a comparison of a distance of their location discard identical barcodes from further processing.
A high temperature thermal storage unit having a high temperature storage segment with a series of heat transfer passages extending there through for energy offloading to a thermal energy transfer fluid passing through said heat transfer passages and a series of electrical powered heaters located within said high temperature storage segment for heating thereof, characterised in that said high temperature thermal storage unit includes a high temperature ceramic base located below and supporting said high temperature storage segment; and wherein said ceramic base includes a top surface in contact with said high temperature storage segment, side walls extending downwardly from said top surface and supporting said top surface along a length thereof; and wherein said ceramic base includes two or more cavities (6d, 6e) between said sidewalls and extending parallel to said length of said top surface; and wherein at least one of said cavities acts as a pathway for distributing said thermal energy transfer fluid to an inlet end of said high temperature storage segment.
Process for providing a polypropylene composition having a high melt strength, the process comprises the steps of: (a) providing 95 to 99 parts by weight of a branched polypropylene (b-PP) having a F 30 melt strength of more than 5.5 cN and a v 30 melt extensibility of more than 200 mm/s, wherein the F 30 melt strength and the v 30 melt extensibility are measured according to ISO 16790:2005; (b) adding to the branched polypropylene (b-PP) 1 to 5 parts by weight of a linear polypropylene (1-PP) having a melt flow rate MFR 2 (230°C) of 1 to 18 g/10min. (a) providing 95 to 99 parts by weight of a branched polypropylene (b-PP) having a F 30 melt strength of more than 5.5 cN and a v 30 melt extensibility of more than 200 mm/s, wherein the F 30 melt strength and the v 30 melt extensibility are measured according to ISO 16790:2005; (b) adding to the branched polypropylene (b-PP) 1 to 5 parts by weight of a linear polypropylene (1-PP) having a melt flow rate MFR 2 (230°C) of 1 to 18 g/10min.
A pump assembly with a stator housing, in whose inside a wet-running electric motor with a can is arranged, and with a pump housing connected to the stator housing, characterised in that an annular shaped seal is arranged between the stator housing and a radial collar of the can on the one hand, and the pump housing on the other hand, wherein the shaped seal on its side which is away from the pump housing bears on the can and on the stator housing.
An elongate medical device assembly comprising an elongate shaft body comprising an inner contiguous cylindrical structure comprising a longitudinal lumen and defining a longitudinal axis, and an outer tube, disposed radially-outward of said inner cylindrical structure, comprising a first radial layer and a second radial layer that is radially-outward of said first radial layer, the first radial layer having a different stiffness than said second radial layer, wherein said first radial layer comprises a first melt-processed polymer and said second radial layer comprises a second melt-processed polymer, wherein said inner cylindrical structure defines a plurality of longitudinally-extending lumens, characterised in that said second radial layer has a lower stiffness and a different durometer than said first radial layer, and wherein said first radial layer and said second radial layer have respective stiffnesses that are lower than a stiffness of said inner cylindrical structure. an inner contiguous cylindrical structure comprising a longitudinal lumen and defining a longitudinal axis, and an outer tube, disposed radially-outward of said inner cylindrical structure, comprising a first radial layer and a second radial layer that is radially-outward of said first radial layer, the first radial layer having a different stiffness than said second radial layer, wherein said first radial layer comprises a first melt-processed polymer and said second radial layer comprises a second melt-processed polymer, wherein said inner cylindrical structure defines a plurality of longitudinally-extending lumens, characterised in that said second radial layer has a lower stiffness and a different durometer than said first radial layer, and wherein said first radial layer and said second radial layer have respective stiffnesses that are lower than a stiffness of said inner cylindrical structure.
A method for predicting diabetic nephropathy or early progressive renal function decline (ERFD) in a diabetic patient, the method comprising: (i) providing a biological sample obtained from the diabetic patient; and (ii) detecting a biomarker in the biological sample to obtain a detection level, comparing the detection level with a reference level for said biomarker to obtain a comparison result, and assessing whether the subject is at risk of developing nephropathy or ERFD based on the comparison result, wherein the biomarker includes Clara-cell protein and an increase in the detection level as compared to the reference level is indicative of a higher risk of developing diabetic nephropathy or ERFD wherein the biological sample is a urine sample. (i) providing a biological sample obtained from the diabetic patient; and (ii) detecting a biomarker in the biological sample to obtain a detection level, comparing the detection level with a reference level for said biomarker to obtain a comparison result, and assessing whether the subject is at risk of developing nephropathy or ERFD based on the comparison result, wherein the biomarker includes Clara-cell protein and an increase in the detection level as compared to the reference level is indicative of a higher risk of developing diabetic nephropathy or ERFD
Device for simultaneous spot size measurement of a plurality of charged particle beams at wafer level in a multi charged particle beam lithography system, comprising a plurality of knife edge structures on top of a scintillating material, characterized in that the knife edge structures are arranged in a mis-cut Si wafer which has a top plane at a sharp angle to a (1 1 0) plane of the Si crystal, such that each knife edge structure is formed by an etched through opening in said Si wafer comprising at least one edge with an undercut angle which is suitable for use as a knife edge, when the top plane of the Si wafer is substantially arranged in a focus plane of the multi charged particle beam lithography system, and wherein the sharp angle is in a range from 2 to 4 degrees.
A prosthetic ring for repair of a mitral valve, having a substantially annular form or a part annular form, wherein the prosthetic ring occupies at least a part of a shape having: a substantially straight base portion, configured to align with the aortic mitral curtain; a central curved portion, arranged opposite the base portion, configured to align with the posterior leaflet of the mitral valve in the region of the middle scallop; a first lateral curved portion, located between the first end of the central curved portion and the first end of the base portion, configured to align with the anterolateral commissure of the mitral valve; a second lateral curved portion, located between the second end of the central curved portion and the second end of the base portion, configured to align with the posteromedial commissure of the mitral valve; and wherein a portion of the prosthetic ring is omitted or removed such that the prosthetic ring comprises the substantially straight base portion and a gap in the circumference of the ring, the gap formed in at least a portion of the first lateral curved portion or the second lateral curved portion. a substantially straight base portion, configured to align with the aortic mitral curtain; a central curved portion, arranged opposite the base portion, configured to align with the posterior leaflet of the mitral valve in the region of the middle scallop; a first lateral curved portion, located between the first end of the central curved portion and the first end of the base portion, configured to align with the anterolateral commissure of the mitral valve; a second lateral curved portion, located between the second end of the central curved portion and the second end of the base portion, configured to align with the posteromedial commissure of the mitral valve; and wherein a portion of the prosthetic ring is omitted or removed such that the prosthetic ring comprises the substantially straight base portion and a gap in the circumference of the ring, the gap formed in at least a portion of the first lateral curved portion or the second lateral curved portion.
A menstrual device comprising: a frame having a side wall with an exterior surface and an interiorsurface, the side wall extends between a proximal end, and a distal end, and the interior surface at least in part defines an cavity; and a fluid barrier seal layer disposed on the exterior surface of the side wall, the fluid barrier seal layer attached directly to the exterior surface about at least a first end point; wherein the menstrual device collects fluid, wherein the menstrual device has a device length defined by a central vertical axis between the proximal end and the distal end, wherein the menstrual device is configurable in a compact configuration and in an expanded configuration, and in the expanded configuration the cavity has a volume greater than zero, wherein the cavity has a step-change in a widthwise or depthwise dimension between the proximal end and the distal end. a frame having a side wall with an exterior surface and an interiorsurface, the side wall extends between a proximal end, and a distal end, and the interior surface at least in part defines an cavity; and a fluid barrier seal layer disposed on the exterior surface of the side wall, the fluid barrier seal layer attached directly to the exterior surface about at least a first end point; wherein the menstrual device collects fluid, wherein the menstrual device has a device length defined by a central vertical axis between the proximal end and the distal end, wherein the menstrual device is configurable in a compact configuration and in an expanded configuration, and in the expanded configuration the cavity has a volume greater than zero, wherein the cavity has a step-change in a widthwise or depthwise dimension between the proximal end and the distal end.
A method comprising: determining identifiers for a plurality of memory devices in a computer in response to a power on condition of the computer; performing a full memory calibration if the identifiers for the plurality of memory devices do not match previously stored identifiers for the memory devices; invoking processor identifier matching if the identifiers for the plurality of memory devices match the previously stored identifiers for the memory devices, the processing identifier matching comprising retrieving processor identifiers of a current boot within a shielded environment and comparing the retrieved processor identifiers to processor identifiers from a previous boot; utilizing stored memory calibration parameters if the retrieved processor identifiers match the processor identifiers from the previous boot; performing a full memory calibration if the retrieved processor identifiers do not match the processor identifiers from the previous boot. determining identifiers for a plurality of memory devices in a computer in response to a power on condition of the computer; performing a full memory calibration if the identifiers for the plurality of memory devices do not match previously stored identifiers for the memory devices; invoking processor identifier matching if the identifiers for the plurality of memory devices match the previously stored identifiers for the memory devices, the processing identifier matching comprising retrieving processor identifiers of a current boot within a shielded environment and comparing the retrieved processor identifiers to processor identifiers from a previous boot; utilizing stored memory calibration parameters if the retrieved processor identifiers match the processor identifiers from the previous boot; performing a full memory calibration if the retrieved processor identifiers do not match the processor identifiers from the previous boot.
A device for the controlled removal of piles from a pile fabric comprising: a first cylinder rotating relative to an axis X and comprising relief portions designed to come into contact with a surface having a plurality of piles of the pile fabric, a second cylinder rotating relative to an axis Y parallel to the axis X, the first cylinder and the second cylinder defining a zone for processing the fabric for removing the piles at the relief portions, said device being characterized in that said second cylinder is movable towards the first cylinder, the second cylinder comprises a plurality of rigid bristles designed to come into with a surface of the fabric which is opposite to that with the plurality of piles a first cylinder rotating relative to an axis X and comprising relief portions designed to come into contact with a surface having a plurality of piles of the pile fabric, a second cylinder rotating relative to an axis Y parallel to the axis X, the first cylinder and the second cylinder defining a zone for processing the fabric for removing the piles at the relief portions, said device being characterized in that said second cylinder is movable towards the first cylinder, the second cylinder comprises a plurality of rigid bristles designed to come into with a surface of the fabric which is opposite to that with the plurality of piles
A camera, comprising: an optical array generator for generating a plurality of dynamic patterns for projection, the optical array generator further comprising: a light source (10, 20, 30, 32) including a plurality of discrete regions (A, B, C, D) wherein a luminous intensity of each of the plurality of discrete regions (A, B, C, D) is controlled independently, wherein the light source (10, 20, 30, 32) is an array of LED dies; a lens array comprising a plurality of sub lenses, each sub lens of the lens array being constructed to produce an image of the LED array in an image plane to form the plurality of dynamic patterns and, a collimator constructed to direct light of the light source to the lens array to produce a combined image comprising sub-images in a focal plane of the lens array in order to produce said plurality of dynamic patterns; an imaging sensor (4, 55) arranged within the camera to record a plurality of reflected images from a surface of an object (14, 53) to be measured; a variable imaging optics (13, 52) arranged within the camera to focus the plurality of dynamic patterns onto the surface of the object (14, 53) and to image the plurality of reflected images onto the imaging sensor (4, 55); wherein the variable imaging optics (13, 52) is constructed such that a depth of focus of the variable imaging optics (13, 52) is controlled during projection and/or imaging so that features of the plurality of dynamic patterns are projected onto the object (14, 53) with maximum contrast at the depth of focus and/or features of the plurality of reflected images are imaged onto the sensor (4, 55) with maximum contrast at the depth of focus. a light source (10, 20, 30, 32) including a plurality of discrete regions (A, B, C, D) wherein a luminous intensity of each of the plurality of discrete regions (A, B, C, D) is controlled independently, wherein the light source (10, 20, 30, 32) is an array of LED dies; a lens array comprising a plurality of sub lenses, each sub lens of the lens array being constructed to produce an image of the LED array in an image plane to form the plurality of dynamic patterns and, a collimator constructed to direct light of the light source to the lens array to produce a combined image comprising sub-images in a focal plane of the lens array in order to produce said plurality of dynamic patterns; an imaging sensor (4, 55) arranged within the camera to record a plurality of reflected images from a surface of an object (14, 53) to be measured; a variable imaging optics (13, 52) arranged within the camera to focus the plurality of dynamic patterns onto the surface of the object (14, 53) and to image the plurality of reflected images onto the imaging sensor (4, 55); wherein the variable imaging optics (13, 52) is constructed such that a depth of focus of the variable imaging optics (13, 52) is controlled during projection and/or imaging so that features of the plurality of dynamic patterns are projected onto the object (14, 53) with maximum contrast at the depth of focus and/or features of the plurality of reflected images are imaged onto the sensor (4, 55) with maximum contrast at the depth of focus.