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The invention relates to a breathing mask for use in monitoring a patient. The mask can have sensors on the body of the mask and on the associated straps or caps. The mask can be used to monitor breathing problems or to monitor a patient during anesthesia. The data acquired from the mask sensors and related sensors can be stored or fed into a computer to analyze the patient's condition and provide feedback information.

Various complex structures (nano / micro particles) are incorporated into a taggant providing different optical, magnetic and spectroscopic identification codes. The size and shape of the taggant can be tailored for many different types of products ranging from pharmaceuticals, auto and airplane parts all the way to apparel goods. By integrating a number of different nano / micro structures with various optical, electrical and magnetic properties, significant barriers are introduced to the counterfeiters attempting to replicate the taggant. The latter is easily incorporated to different types of products and is detected with various types of handheld readers / detectors depending on the complexity of the security level. The taggant may detect environmental materials or conditions.

A catheter system including a catheter having a shaft ablation electrode. An embodiment discloses a switch in a catheter having both a tip and a shaft ablation electrode for switching the delivery or RF energy between the two ablation electrodes. Further, a method of using a catheter having a shaft ablation electrode for treating heart disease and disorders. The method includes use of the shaft ablation electrode for ablation of tissue on a ring or ridge shaped structure.

A cable coupler between a trunk cable having a first center conductor and a first outer conductor and a second cable having a second center conductor and a second outer conductor. An aperture is formed in the first outer conductor; a probe having a capacitive element on a first end is inserted into the aperture to contact the first center conductor. A second end of the probe is coupled to the second center conductor. The first outer conductor and the second outer conductor may be coupled together directly or via a second capacitor. A cover may be added to secure the different components and or to provide environmental protection for the cable coupler. The capacitive element may be mounted on an insulating substrate. A range of capacitive elements may be used to achieve a desired coupling between the trunk cable and the second cable.

The present invention provides an endoscopic accessory control system that resides externally of the endoscope. The system comprises the endoscopic accessory with a working end to be placed at the distal end of the endoscope, a control sheath extending proximally external to the endoscope and a control handle joined to the proximal end of the control sheath. The control handle is slidably mounted to the exterior surface of the endoscope shaft and is configured to permit grasping of both the shaft and the handle. With the control handle and endoscope shaft grasped with one hand, the other hand of the user is left free to manipulate the endoscope distal tip controls. Additionally, the external arrangement of the control sheath leaves the working channel of the endoscope free for use of accessories or operations.

Improved fabricated adhesive microstructures and methods of fabricating adhesive microstructures incorporating deformable materials are provided. The fabricated adhesive microstructures exhibit significantly improved adhesion strengths at least at smooth surfaces such as glass, as compared to known fabricated adhesive microstructures. The adhesion strengths of fabricated microstructures of the invention for a range of smooth glass contact surfaces may be in the range of between about 125 kPa and 220 kPa in air at one atmosphere pressure and in the range of between about 25 kPa and 120 kPa in vacuum. Synthetic elastomers are used in the invention. A method of fabricating new adhesive microstructures having multiple levels of compliance with a surface has been proposed. Methods of fabricating new double-sided adhesive microstructures via moulding have further been proposed.

The mastitis control teat dip composition having a visible indicator aspect of the invention provides a softening, soothing, smoothing, relaxing property, a rapid initial kill, a useful highly pseudoplastic rheology, a barrier / film-forming capacity, a unique antimicrobial composition that is stable over an extended period of time, and unexpected long term microbial control when compared to the prior art materials disclosed in patents and used in the marketplace. The indicator aspect provides ease of visually detecting the material on the animal skin and can indicate efficacy of the material. The compositions of the invention are made by combining an aqueous liquid composition containing the visual indicator combined with the organic components which can be combined with a simple aqueous solution of a salt of chlorous acid, preferably an alkali metal chlorite. The materials after they are combined and blended into a smooth viscous material containing an emollient package generates active antimicrobial chlorine dioxide and can be immediately contacted with the target animals. The compositions of the invention provide stable visual indication, rapid initial kill, consistent long term kill with chemical and rheological stability.

A device and a method of using such device for protecting a finger, comprising a fingertip cover, adhesive means for attaching the fingertip cover to the finger, and a pull-tab attached to the fingertip cover for removing the fingertip cover from the finger. The fingertip cover is preferably made of a germ impervious, virus impervious, and optically clear materials. As such, the fingertip cover keeps items on surfaces touched by the finger from penetrating the fingertip cover and coming into contact with the finger. The device is preferably packaged in packaging that reveals the adhesive on the fingertip cover such that a finger can be placed in the contact with the adhesive providing fast application.

A unitary, multi-electrode biopotential signal sensor is formed of injection molded plastic. A plurality of electrode areas containing spikes are defined in a base member of the sensor. The remaining areas of the base member are formed to have a greater flexibility than the electrode areas, as by being thinner or being perforated. The spikes and electrode areas of the base member are coated with a conductor layer to form the electrodes. Conductors on the base member lead to connectors to provide biopotential signals from the electrodes.

The present invention provides an absorbent wound dressing assembly that can be used to stanch, seal, or stabilize a site of tissue injury, tissue trauma, or tissue access. The wound dressing assembly is flexible so that it can be adapted and used to fit in narrow and small wound sites. Generally the wound dressing assembly comprises a flexible carrier material that is impregnated with a non-mammalian material for control of severe bleeding. The preferred non-mammalian material is poly [β-(1→4)-2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose] more commonly referred to as chitosan.

A method and means for pinning back protruding or prominent ears including a kit comprising of double-sided adhesive strips, a bottle of liquid adhesive enhancer, and a bottle of liquid adhesive remover or dissolver. The liquid adhesive enhancer is applied to the back of the ear and skin on the scalp adjacent to the back of the ear. The adhesive strips are cut to size, the backing paper is removed from the strips, and the strips are attached to either the back of the ear or the skin of the scalp. The ear is then pressed towards the head and the adhesive holds the ear in a place closer to the head. When finished, the ear is pulled away, the strips removed, and the liquid adhesive remover is applied to remove any adhesive that may have stuck to the skin.

According to one embodiment, a removable insect barrier substantially prevents entrance of insects through an opening of a vehicle or other enclosure in which persons may be located. A perimeter of a magnetic layer removably couples to the enclosure substantially surrounding the opening to substantially prevent entrance of insects between the magnetic layer and the enclosure. A screen coupled to the perimeter of the magnetic layer substantially covers the opening and allows air to flow through the screen while substantially preventing entrance of insects through the screen. According to another embodiment, a removable insect barrier substantially prevents entrance of insects through an opening of a vehicle or other enclosure in which one or more persons may be located. A perimeter of a flexible layer substantially surrounds the opening. Attachment devices coupled to the perimeter of the flexible layer removably couple to the enclosure at locations about the opening. A screen coupled to the perimeter of the flexible layer substantially covers the opening and allows air to flow through the screen while substantially preventing entrance of insects through the screen. The flexible layer allows the location of an attachment device about the opening to be adjusted relative to the locations of other attachment devices about the opening.

A cover system for a pontoon boat having an expanding frame. The cover system includes framework for receiving a flexible material thereon. The framework has a plurality of U shaped supports that have the ability to traverse on a track apparatus for the purpose of quick and easy placement and removal. The cover system also includes a stowing compartment for the specific purpose of storage of framework and cover components therein.

The present invention provides an absorbent wound dressing assembly that can be used to stanch, seal, or stabilize a site of tissue injury, tissue trauma, or tissue access. The wound dressing assembly is flexible so that it can be adapted and used to fit in narrow and small wound sites. Generally the wound dressing assembly comprises a flexible carrier material that is impregnated with a non-mammalian material for control of severe bleeding. The preferred non-mammalian material is poly [β-(1→4)-2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranose] more commonly referred to as chitosan.

Although protective coverings for medical instruments are known in the art, they are difficult or even impossible for the user to remove without risking contamination of the instrument or the user. An improved protective covering provides for an unassisted user to remove it with a single gloved, even contaminated, hand. In some embodiments, the invention provides a disposable protective covering for reusable medical instruments and devices that can be easily and quickly applied during donning of personal protective equipment (PPE), and easily and quickly removed during removal of PPE, without risking inadvertent contamination of the instrument or device. In some embodiments, a disposable protective covering includes a fastening means that secures a sheath to the instrument during instrument use, and that is releasable in a single motion by a moderate force applied toward the distal end of the covering from a point along the distal portion of the covering.

A stethoscope cover having an enclosure with a closed end and an open end. An arrangement (e.g., a circular element) can be located substantially near the closed end can hold a bell of the stethoscope. A V-shaped elastic arrangement can be located at the open end and can extend the enclosure when earpieces of a stethoscope can be pulled apart. A strap can be located at the open and can hold the stethoscope in the enclosure.

An anti-fomitic device in the form of a bag or envelope forms a cover for an object for preventing cross-infection by bacteria and other pathogens that may reside on the object. The anti-fomitic device is a flat, flexible bag or envelope with a closure mechanism at one or both ends of the bag or envelope, having a sterile interior that is sealed during manufacture to maintain sterility. Therefore, no outer wrapping for the anti-fomitic device is required. The anti-fomitic device is inverted when used to cover the object and results in an ultimate outer surface that is initially sterile. Materials for the coverings / bags serve as a barrier to the transmission of pathogens.

An apparatus and method for rapidly restraining a person for an extended period of time at a seat are disclosed. The inventive apparatus includes a pair of wrist cuff modules, each supplied with a releasable connector, configured to either attach to existing hardware on one or more seats, or to a first interconnect for releasably connecting the wrist cuff modules to one another behind the seat in which the restrained person is positioned. A set of two ankle cuff modules with a second interconnect and an elongated connection member secured to the second interconnect is provided for securing the person's legs by applying the ankle cuff modules to the ankles and then connecting the connection member to a seat. The second interconnect may be provided with an optional quick release mechanism that enables instant disconnection of the second interconnect from the ankle cuff modules to immediately free the person's legs in case of an emergency.

The present invention is an apparatus and method for applying a tourniquet device to an injured appendage requiring only one hand comprising the steps of providing a releasable cable tie having an elongate band portion with regularly spaced grooves or projections on a first surface and a relatively smooth second surface, and a shroud member disposed at a proximal end of said elongate band portion adapted to receive the distal end of the band portion and having a releasable groove or projection engaging element incorporated therein, forming a loop with said elongate band member such that the relatively smooth surface is facing radially inward and the regularly spaced grooves open radially outward, maneuvering the loop about the injured appendage, inserting the distal end of the elongate band into the shroud member such that the groove or projection engaging member is adjacent the grooves or projections, pulling the distal end of the elongate band through the shroud member until the requisite restriction of blood flow is achieved, and then releasing the groove engaging member after attending to the wound.

The beverage container identification clip attaches removably to the wraparound label of a thin wall plastic beverage container or bottle, and provides positive identification of the container for the owner. The device may also be secured to an insulated can cooler sleeve or the like. The clip includes a pair of arms or fingers pivotally attached to one another at one end, and urged together by a light spring. One arm is inserted between the label or sleeve and the container wall, with the label gripping the arm between the label and bottle wall. The other arm remains outside the label or sleeve, where it is exposed to view. Various forms of identification, e.g., a name, charm or other trinket, sports team or occupational logo or symbol, etc., may be applied directly to the visible arm, or attached to the pivotal or distal end of the exposed arm as desired.

The present invention contemplates a method for the attachment of a component to a honeycomb structure comprising forming a cavity in the honeycomb structure whereby the cavity is formed within one or more honeycomb cells; placing an insert adapted to enable the attachment of the component to the honeycomb structure whereby a reformable epoxy resin adhesive is injected about the insert or an expandable reformable epoxy resin adhesive is overmolded onto the insert; heating the reformable epoxy resin adhesive; and hardening and adhering the reformable epoxy resin adhesive to one or more interior walls of the cavity upon cooling.

The mastitis control teat dip composition having a visible indicator aspect of the invention provides a softening, soothing, smoothing, relaxing property, a rapid initial kill, a useful highly pseudoplastic rheology, a barrier / film-forming capacity, a unique antimicrobial composition that is stable over an extended period of time, and unexpected long term microbial control when compared to the prior art materials disclosed in patents and used in the marketplace. The indicator aspect provides ease of visually detecting the material on the animal skin and can indicate efficacy of the material. The compositions of the invention are made by combining an aqueous liquid composition containing the visual indicator combined with the organic components which can be combined with a simple aqueous solution of a salt of chlorous acid, preferably an alkali metal chlorite. The materials after they are combined and blended into a smooth viscous material containing an emollient package generates active antimicrobial chlorine dioxide and can be immediately contacted with the target animals. The compositions of the invention provide stable visual indication, rapid initial kill, consistent long term kill with chemical and rheological stability.

Provided is a display device that includes a display panel defined with an active area displaying an image and an inactive area outside the active area, the display panel including a substrate having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface; a plurality of pixels on the first surface of the substrate in the active area, each pixel including a pixel drive circuit; a transparent conductive layer on the second surface of the substrate covering the active area and a part of the inactive area; and a metal pattern on the second surface of the substrate in the inactive area, the metal pattern electrically connected to the transparent conductive layer, receiving an electrical signal and having a lower resistance than the transparent conductive layer, wherein the metal pattern serves as a conductive path to reduce a potential difference with respect to the electrical signal in an entire area of the transparent conductive layer compared to a display device without the metal pattern.

Nail varnish composition in the form of an emulsion containing one or more water-soluble or water-dispersible polymers obtained from acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulphonic acid (or AMPS) or from one of its salts and from water-soluble monomers having ethylenic unsaturation(s) as gelling agent. Makeup method employing the composition. Dried films of the nail varnish.