摘要:
An apparatus and method for Edman degradation using a microfluidic system to identify and characterize peptides is disclosed. A microfluidic device comprises an entrance channel through which a substantially purified polypeptide is accepted, a reaction channel engaging the entrance channel wherein the substantially purified polypeptide is digested, producing a digestion product, a reagent reservoir engaging the reaction channel, the reagent reservoir capable of delivering a reagent to the reaction channel, and an exit channel extending from the reaction channel, wherein the digestion product travels through the exit channel upon leaving the reaction channel. Protein digestion on the device comprises delivering a substantially purified polypeptide to a reaction channel, confining the polypeptide in the reaction channel, digesting the polypeptide in the reaction channel producing a digestion product, and removing the digestion product from the reaction channel, wherein the last two steps are repeated until the polypeptide is substantially digested.
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Rollers used on conveyors and inside the zinc-pot of a steel-sheet galvanizing line are usually driven by friction between the roller and the belt or sheet. To keep rollers from stalling, the bearing diameter is minimized. The allowable bending stress in the bearing shaft limits its length. Rollers operating in high temperature furnaces or in a hot zinc pot of a steel galvanizing line often have limited or non-existent bearing lubrication. In such cases, bearings of small diameter and limited length result in high contact pressure and short lifetime. Inside a zinc-pot, bearing life often does not exceed one week of operation. Most of these bearings are designed to have a stationary bearing housing with the roller shaft rotating inside. For small diameter rollers such shafts are an integral part of the roller. For cylindrical shell type rollers, short shafts are welded to plugs, which are then welded to each end of the roller. The herein disclosed nullBearing Life Extender For Conveyor Type Submerged Rollersnull utilizes bearings, which are smaller in diameter and longer, without an increase in shaft bending momentnull This is made possible by changing from a rotating cantilevered shaft to a stationary shaft strengthened to be substantially non-deflecting on either side of the bearings. Such a stationary shaft can be smaller in diameter to reduce bearing friction torque and stall problems. In addition such a shaft can have increased bearing contact area and assure bearing alignment, all of which contribute to increased bearing life.
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A method for producing elemental carbon and hydrogen gas directly from a hydrocarbon (for example, natural gas or methane) using a chemical reaction or series of reactions. In an aspect, other materials involved such as, for example, elemental magnesium, remain unchanged and function as a catalyst.
摘要:
The disclosure provides for methods of oxidizing carbide anions, or negative ions, from salt like carbides at low temperatures below about 600° C. In another aspect, the disclosure provides for reactions with intermediate transition metal carbides. In yet another aspect, the disclosure provides for a system of reactions where salt-like carbide anions and intermediate carbide anions are oxidized to produce pure carbon of various allotropes.
摘要:
The disclosure provides for methods of oxidizing carbide anions, or negative ions, from salt like carbides at temperatures from about 150° C. to about 750° C. In another aspect, the disclosure provides for reactions with intermediate transition metal carbides. In yet another aspect, the disclosure provides for a system of reactions where salt-like carbide anions and intermediate carbide anions are oxidized to produce pure carbon of various allotropes.
摘要:
Method comprising providing at least one solid carbide chemical compound and reducing a metal cation with use of the solid carbide chemical compound. A method comprising producing elemental carbon material from the oxidation of carbide in at least one carbide chemical compound (e.g., calcium carbide) in at least one anode of an electrochemical cell apparatus, such as a galvanic cell apparatus. The cathode can be a variety of metals such as zinc or tin. The reaction can be carried out at room temperature and normal pressure. An external voltage also can be applied, and different forms of carbon can be produced depending on the reactants used and voltage applied. For carrying out the method, an apparatus comprising at least one galvanic cell comprising: at least one anode comprising at least one carbide chemical compound, and at least one cathode. For carrying out the method and constructing the apparatus, an electrode structure comprising at least one carbide chemical compound, wherein the carbide chemical compound is a salt-like carbide; and at least one electronically conductive element different from the carbide. Carbon compositions of various forms are also prepared by the methods and apparatus and with use of the electrode structure. Large pieces of pure carbon can be produced. Post-reaction processing of the carbon can be carried out such as exfoliation.
摘要:
Disclosed are various embodiments of methods and systems related to stimulus responsive nanoparticles. In one embodiment includes a stimulus responsive nanoparticle system, the system includes a first electrode, a second electrode, and a plurality of elongated electro-responsive nanoparticles dispersed between the first and second electrodes, the plurality of electro-responsive nanorods configured to respond to an electric field established between the first and second electrodes.
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A topical ophthalmic preparation utilizing a urea and/or urea derivative or mixtures thereof as the principle active ingredient within a range of about 0.01% by weight to about 30% by weight and a method of using the same. When applied to a mammalian eye affected with an abnormal ophthalmological surface problem resulting in epithelial cell loss, keratinization, and/or scarring, the present invention will heal epithelial defects, soften keratin, decrease scarring, enhance hydration, and have anti-mucolytic activity. The present invention provides a method for treating ocular conditions such as dryness, noninfectious keratitis, corneal or conjunctival epithelial irregularities, ocular scarring and subjective irritations.
摘要:
A topical ophthalmic preparation utilizing a urea and/or urea derivative or mixtures thereof as the principle active ingredient within a range of about 0.01% by weight to about 30% by weight and a method of using the same. When applied to a mammalian eye affected with an abnormal ophthalmological surface problem resulting in epithelial cell loss, keratinization, and/or scarring, the present invention will heal epithelial defects, soften keratin, decrease scarring, enhance hydration, and have anti-mucolytic activity. The present invention provides a method for treating ocular conditions such as dryness, noninfectious keratitis, corneal or conjunctival epithelial irregularities, ocular scarring and subjective irritations.
摘要:
An apparatus containing at least one electrochemical cell with an electrode structure. The electrode structure contains at least one carbide chemical compound. The carbide chemical compound may be a salt-like carbide. The electrode may contain at least one electronically conductive element different from the carbide. Carbon compositions of various forms may be formed by the methods and apparatus using the electrode structure. Large pieces of pure carbon may be produced. Post-reaction processing of the carbon may be carried out such as exfoliation.