摘要:
The invention relates to methods for modifying a cellular response, such as a CD8+ T cell or NK cell response, by adding an activin modulator in an amount sufficient to modulate activin production. By modulating this production, the cellular response is itself modulated.
摘要:
A biaxially oriented polyester film including polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and at least one hydrolysis stabilizer selected from a glycidyl ester of a branched monocarboxylic acid, wherein the monocarboxylic acid has from 5 to 50 carbon atoms, wherein the hydrolysis stabilizer is present in the film in the form of its reaction product with at least some of the end-groups of the polyester; a process for making the same; and use of the film as a layer in a photovoltaic cell.
摘要:
An ordnance firing system is disclosed that includes a reusable electronics module and an ordnance module, each enclosed in a separate, sealed housing. The electronics module housing encloses firing electronics for electrically triggering initiation of a detonator in the ordnance module. The electronics module detachably connects to the ordnance modules via a connector which extends away from the electronics module housing. The housing of the ordnance module is constructed to be blast-resistant to prevent detonation of the detonator from rendering the electronics module inoperable.
摘要:
The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of disease associated with fibrosis in a vertebrate, said composition comprising at least one activin antagonist, and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, adjuvant and/or diluent. The invention also relates to methods of treatment of disease associated with fibrosis in a vertebrate, as well as methods for diagnosing such conditions, and kits therefor.
摘要:
A method for uncoupling an interference shield from a circuit board is provided. The method includes providing a circuit board including a surface mounted component and an interference shield configured to provide shielding of the surface mounted component. The interference shield is coupled to the circuit board by a joint. Heating of the joint is effected by induction heating such that the interference shield becomes configured for displacement relative to the circuit board in response to application of a mechanical force. An apparatus for effecting the uncoupling is also provided.
摘要:
Wet barrel fire hydrants which feature additional structure for reducing the potential that those with ill intent can foul municipal water supplies by introducing toxins or other materials into fire hydrants. Various embodiments include valves which close off portions of the hydrant or water conduit otherwise available for receipt of toxic or other materials when the fire hydrant nozzle cap is unscrewed and open and/or a pump is connected to the nozzle. Such valves preferably open automatically when water is flowing from the water supply through the nozzle, but close off portions of the barrel when the nozzle is open and water is not flowing through the nozzle.
摘要:
A method and apparatus for filtering data packets in a shared-medium or point-to-multipoint communications network. A filter unit is sent a data packet carrying a filter tag value in a packet addressed to the filter unit. The value is stored in the filter unit and subsequently received packets not addressed to the filter unit itself are forwarded only if they carry the stored filter tag. An embodiment of particular interest applies the method to Ethemet frames over a telecommunications access network (including optical or wireless networks), and uses the VLAN tag field to carry the filter tag information.
摘要:
A steerable primary axle for a fairway mower or other machine includes a pair of motors mounted in fixed positions on opposing ends of an axle. The mechanical drive system includes a pair of input shafts having input bevel gears, a pair of output shafts with output bevel gears and wheel mounts, and a pair of intermediate shafts between the input shafts and output shafts. Each intermediate shaft has an upper bevel gear meshed with the input bevel gear and a lower bevel gear meshed with the output bevel gear. The output shafts may be enclosed within pivotable housings. A pair of drag links are attached to the pivotable housings and to a steering linkage. The wheels on the wheel mounts may be steered without moving the motors, reducing or minimizing strain on hydraulic hoses or electric cables on the steered wheels.
摘要:
The present invention provides a new and unique portable, self-contained, fluid system. The portable, self-contained, fluid changing system may be used as a fluid changing device for changing a fluid such as oil or another suitable fluid in a container of a boat, recreational vehicle (RV), automobile or other suitable military, agricultural or industrial device. Alternatively, portable, self-contained, fluid system may also be used for providing fluid such as water or other suitable fluid for cleaning or showering. Moreover, the portable, self-contained, fluid system may also have a reversible electric pump that may be adapted or switched for pumping in either direction once the pump is affixed on the reservoir so the system may be sold and marketed for use in a fluid changing type of device or in a water providing or cleaning type of device consistent with that described above.
摘要:
A pellet for at least one of a compressed gas and spring operated weapon includes a forward head portion and a cylindrical rearward tail portion which is disposed about a common centerline with the head portion and which has an air pocket formed therein. A frustoconical middle portion connects the tail portion to the head portion. The pellet design is adaptable for use with various commonly available caliber weapons.