Abstract:
An air compressor assembly can include a support structure with a compressor mechanism, at least one fluid tank, a pair of wheels, and a handle attached thereto. The air compressor assembly can be configured with the compressor mechanism having a perpendicular orientation relative to the at least one fluid tank so as to provide a relatively narrow assembly and to facilitate servicing and/or maintenance of the assembly. Furthermore, the wheels and handle can be configured so that the assembly can be relatively easily located in a balanced transport position. Additionally, an accessory support plate can be attached to the top of the assembly to serve as a dolly.
Abstract:
A rack assembly for carrying skis or snowboards is configured for mounting on a hitch rack behind the vehicle. The ski or snowboard rack assembly includes a pair of U-shaped bar members connected by clamp devices that appear in a preferred design, the clamp devices are connected to the bar members via brackets that permit rotation of the bar members within the brackets, thus providing collapsibility for storage.
Abstract:
A template system and column placement method which facilitates the placement of a column resulting in enhanced placement efficiencies for large scale column construction projects. In a preferred aspect of the present invention, a template for column placement can include a frame, at least one pivotal column engagement scaffold coupled to the frame and at least one docking collar extending from the pivotal column engagement scaffold and configured to secure a column to the pivotal column engagement scaffold. Additionally, a base can be provided in order to support the frame,
Abstract:
A method of radio-labelling a biomolecule comprising contacting the biomolecule with a source of radionuclide, such as technetium, in the presence of a weak transfer ligand and optionally subsequently passing the mixture through a size-exclusion filtration process. Also claimed are kits comprising such novel compositions, especially lactoferrin coupled to chemotherapeutic agents, and uses therefor.
Abstract:
Micronized perlite filler product, methods of producing the micronized expanded perlite products, and methods of use thereof are provided. The micronized expanded perlite product has, for example, a small median particle size (for example, less than 11 microns), a high blue light brightness (for example, higher than 84) and low oil absorption (for example, less than 70 percent in volume). The micronized expanded perlite product may be used in a variety of applications such as anti-block filler in plastic films and reinforcement filler in polymers.
Abstract:
A system and method simplifying, combining and improving vehicle diagnostic monitoring and reporting, automatic vehicle emergency event notification, personal emergency distress notification, vehicle and personal location notification, vehicle and personal threat notification and remote vehicle operation (door locks, lights, horn and other systems). System and method include a device within the vehicle, coupled to the vehicle's monitoring systems, with a wireless communication capability, providing two way communication of data via a hand-held device or key fob, and a remote call center capable of storing, analyzing and assessing services required and communicating back the results of that assessment. Services would include roadside mechanic assistance, towing, informed Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) notification (including assessment of severity of emergency) and threat notification.
Abstract:
Methods of determining which components and their capacities within a distributed computing environment are used for a transaction type can be performed faster and more accurately compared to conventional methods. In one embodiment by separating the transaction types into groups, regression can be performed faster on data collected because the data is less “polluted” by some or all other transactions types. Also, selection of transaction types within each group can reduce or eliminate colinearities in data between different transaction types. In still another embodiment, the distributed computing environment can be allowed to catch up between running each group of transaction types. Alternatively, if multiple instances of a component are present, transactions may be routed based on transaction type to reduce the impact. Data processing system readable media can include code that includes instructions for carrying out the methods.
Abstract:
Novel peptides are described which comprise an amino acid motif selected from the group consisting of “PG”, “GP”, “PI” and “IG”and having up to 10 amino acids upstream and/or downstream of the amino acid motif, wherein “P” in the motif is proline or hydroxyproline and the peptide stimulates the development, maintenance and repair of bone, cartilage and associated connective tissue. The invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions of these peptides, as well as therapeutic and prophylactic uses of such peptides.
Abstract:
Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the gene encoding micromolar calcium activated neutral protease (mu-calpain) effect meat tenderness in bovine. These SNPs correspond to position 18 of exon 9 of Seq. ID No. 3, position 17 of exon 14 of Seq. ID No. 4, and position 185 on intron 19 of Seq. ID No. 4, of the CAPN1 gene encoding mu-calpain. Alleles wherein the SNP at position 18 of exon 9 encodes alanine at amino acid 316 of bovine mu-calpain, the SNP at position 17 on exon 14 encodes valine at amino acid 530 of bovine mu-calpain, and the SNP at position 185 on intron 19 is an cytosine, are all indicative of increased meat tenderness. Any one or all of these SNPs may be used as markers for selecting bovines having superior meat tenderness, and selecting animals for breeding purposes.