摘要:
Retroreflective sheeting includes a body layer having a structured surface with recessed faces forming cube corner cavities. A reflective film is disposed at least on the recessed faces, and a fill material fills the cube corner cavities. The fill material comprises radiation-curable materials, adhesives, or both, and preferably transparent radiation-curable pressure-sensitive adhesives. The fill material preferably forms a continuous layer covering both the recessed faces and upper portions of the structured surface. A transparent cover layer preferably contacts the fill material layer.
摘要:
In one aspect, a method for DNA mutation detection including the steps of PCR amplification using preferably Pho DNA polymerase, hybridization, and analysis by denaturing high performance liquid chromatography (DHPLC), the method preferably utilizing a PCR buffer and other solutions that are compatible with DHPLC analysis. In other aspects, compositions and kits including a proofreading DNA polymerase, preferably Pho DNA polymerase, and a DHPLC compatible PCR buffer are provided.
摘要:
A bipolar hip prosthesis is disclosed. The bipolar prosthesis generally includes an acetabular shell component that may articulate within the acetabulum of the patient and that may be configured and dimensioned to receive a bearing component therein. The bearing component may be configured and dimensioned for receiving a prosthetic femoral head component therein, wherein the prosthetic femoral head component may articulate. The bearing component may further comprise a recess to house a uniquely designed free floating ring to capture the prosthetic femoral head component therein.
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The disclosure describes a system and method for commercial vehicle operation using reconfigurable brand image technology to support dynamic rebranding. A vehicle may initially carry a first brand image, such as a company name, logo, or the like, associated with a first operator. The brand image is then reconfigured so that the vehicle carries a second brand image, associated with a second operator. Rebranding supports shared use of a vehicle by multiple operators, while permitting individual operators to preserve their brands. A networked system enables rebranding clients to access databases storing scheduling, branding, and accounting information. Rebranding clients access a scheduling database to determine when a particular vehicle is scheduled for operation, and whether an operator or service change will take place. The branding database permits the rebranding client to access archived brand image content. An accounting database tracks costs associated with brand image reconfiguration.
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A tibial implant apparatus includes a tibial plate, a base extending from the tibial plate, and an elongated member. The elongated member includes a first portion and a second portion. The tibial plate and the base define a through-channel. The first portion of the elongated member is retained in the through-channel. The second portion of the elongated member extends away from the base. An implant apparatus for a proximal tibia is also provided. A method for anchoring a first member of a tibial implant and a second member of a tibial implant in a proximal tibia is also provided.
摘要:
A tissue resection guide for use with a datum includes a base releasably engagable with the datum. The tissue resection guide has a first frame fixed relative to the base and the first frame has at least one integral first guide path that is sized and configured to at least partially capture and guide a first tissue resection tool relative to the first frame.
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An iodine/iodide-containing hot melt coatable adhesive is provided. This adhesive is prepared by mixing iodine and an iodide salt, individually or in combination, with solubilizing liquids. The iodine and iodide salt are combined with a pre-adhesive composition in a hot melt mixer, with an iodine/iodide complexing agent being present in the mixture. The mixture is mixed at a temperature from about 130° C. to about 200° C. and sufficiently to form an iodine/iodide-containing hot melt coatable adhesive. Alternatively, the iodide may be generated in situ. The adhesive so prepared may be packaged for coating on a substrate at a later time, or may be immediately coated to form an adhesive composite. Adhesive composites, particularly surgical incise drapes, are provided incorporating this hot melt coatable adhesive.
摘要:
A heating cable for use and for example a heating blanket. The heating cable comprises first (1) and second conductors (5) which extend along the length of the cable and which are separated by a separation layer (4). The conductors and separation layer may be coaxial. The first and second conductors are connected at one end of the cable in series such that if the first and second conductors are connected at the other end of the cable to respective poles of a power supply equal currents flow in opposite directions through adjacent portions of the conductors. This substantially eliminates electromagnetic radiation being emitted from the cable. The first conductor has a positive temperature characteristic and the separation layer has either a negative temperature characteristic or melts at a predetermined threshold temperature. The power supplied to the cable may be modulated in response to variations in the end to end resistance of the positive temperature co-efficient conductor. The power supplied to the cable may be terminated in the event of current flowing through the separation layer exceeding a predetermined threshold.