Potentilla glabraBombax malabaricumAmomum villosumAmomum kravanhCornus officinalis Cornus officinalis fruit; and vi) combinations of i) to v). The composition may be in the form of a topical composition, e.g., for topical application. The composition may also be in the form of an oral composition, e.g., for ingestion. A method of inhibiting elastase activity in the skin of a subject is also provided. The method comprises administering an effective amount of the composition to the subject.
Potentilla glabraBombax malabaricumAmomum kravanhCornus officinalis Cornus officinalis fruit; and v) combinations of i) to iv). The composition may be in the form of a topical composition, e.g., for topical application. The composition may also be in the form of an oral composition, e.g., for ingestion. A method of inhibiting collagenase activity in the skin of a subject is also provided. The method comprises administering an effective amount of the composition to the subject.
Dendrobium officinaleScrophularia ningpoensisEucommia ulmoidesEucommia ulmoides; and iv) combinations of i) to iii). The composition may be in the form of a topical composition, e.g., for topical application. The composition may also be in the form of an oral composition, e.g., for ingestion. A method of inhibiting advanced glycation end products (AGEs) in skin of a subject is also provided. The method comprises administering an effective amount of the composition to the subject.
Provided is a multilayer formulation. The multilayer formulation is useful for controlled-release and immediate-release of active agents after administration to a subject. The multilayer formulation comprises a first layer comprising a controlled-release composition, and a second layer disposed adjacent the first layer and comprising an immediate-release composition. The controlled-release composition of the first layer comprises a first active agent and a controlled-release excipient comprising a modified tapioca starch. The modified tapioca starch provides for controlled-release of the first active agent from the first layer. The immediate-release composition of the second layer comprises a second active agent and an excipient. The multilayer formulation can be in the form of a tablet, such as a bilayer tablet. The multilayer formulation may be administered orally to a subject to provide various types of active agents (e.g., vitamins, minerals, botanicals, etc.) at different locations of the subject's gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
A cap device for scalp care is provided. The cap device comprises an inner cover, an outer cover coupled to the inner cover, a substrate, and a blower. The inner cover covers the scalp, and has an ejection hole for ejecting air. The outer cover defines an airflow passage along the inner cover, and has a ventilation hole for sucking in air. The substrate is coupled to the inner cover so as to cover the outer surface of the inner cover in the airflow passage. The substrate has a laser diode, infrared and red light emitting diodes, and a through hole corresponding to the ejection hole. The blower communicates with the airflow passage at the top end of the inner cover. The blower sucks in air through the ventilation hole, and ejects the air to the scalp through the ejection hole via the airflow passage.
An Orris root extract is disclosed. The Orris root extract is obtained via Orris root materials via selective extraction, and is selectively enriched in (A) a phytochemical melanogenesis stimulating agent or (B) a phytochemical melanogenesis inhibiting agent. The phytochemical melanogenesis stimulating agent (A) comprises germanaism B, and the phytochemical melanogenesis inhibiting agent (B) comprises iriflorental and/or iripallidal. A method of preparing the Orris root extract composition is also provided, and includes selectively extracting an Orris root materials to give at least one Orris root extract. A functional composition comprising the Orris root extract is also provided. The functional composition is adapted for administration to a subject via topical application, and demonstrates activity relating to skin pigmentation.
A61Q 19/02 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau pour décolorer ou blanchir la peau chimiquement
A61K 8/33 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des composés organiques contenant de l'oxygène
7.
COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING AND PREVENTING SKIN DAMAGE
Provided herein are compositions and method for treating and preventing skin damage. In particular, provided herein are compositions that reverse, prevent and/or slow age-related skin damage.
A61K 8/92 - Huiles, graisses ou cires; Leurs dérivés, p.ex. produits d'hydrogénation
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
A61Q 17/04 - Préparations topiques pour faire écran au soleil ou aux radiations; Préparations topiques pour bronzer
8.
METHOD AND COMPOSITION FOR PRODUCTION OF A PHYTONUTRIENT IN A MICROBIOME
A method useful for providing a phytonutrient to a subject via mediation of the subject's microbiome is disclosed. The method includes administering a phytofunctional composition to a subject change the phytonutrient producer status of the subject. The method may also include identifying a phytonutrient producer status of the subject by assessing a level of at least one of a preselected phytonutrient and a preselected phytonutrient precursor compound within the subject. A phytofunctional composition useful in the method is also disclosed, and comprises a phytonutrient precursor compound and an active agent. The active agent comprises a probiotic and/or a prebiotic, and is adapted to mediate production of the preselected phytonutrient in the gastrointestinal tract of the subject, thereby changing the phytonutrient producer status of the subject.
A UV reactor for disinfecting water. The UV reactor may include a cooling chamber in which heat from a UV source may be transferred to the water flowing through the UV reactor. The UV reactor may include driver circuitry operable to determine status information, such as health, of the UV source. The UV reactor may include a gas discharge path operable to substantially prevent accumulation of gas within a water treatment chamber.
A topical composition comprising a mucilage plant extract is provided. The topical composition is formulated for administration to a subject, and may be provided in the form of a skin toner. Methods of preparing the topical composition are also provided, and include combining a mucilage plant extract and a pharmaceutically acceptable additive. The topical composition may be used to control the skin microbiome of a subject, and likewise for treating certain skin conditions involving pathogenic bacteria. A method of ameliorating a skin condition of a subject is therefore also provided. The method generally includes topically administering the topical composition to the skin of the subject, and may be used in ameliorating skin conditions including inflammation and/or decreased epidermal barrier function.
A61K 31/715 - Polysaccharides, c. à d. ayant plus de cinq radicaux saccharide liés les uns aux autres par des liaisons glycosidiques; Leurs dérivés, p.ex. éthers, esters
A protein hydrolysate composition is provided. The protein hydrolysate composition comprises isolated peptides useful for ameliorating a condition of a subject. Compositions comprising the protein hydrolysate composition are also provided. The compositions may be adapted for oral or topical administration to the subject, and may compose a foodstuff or beverage (e.g. a medical food), a topical composition (e.g. a lotion, cream, etc.), a kit, and the like. A methods of ameliorating the condition of the subject is further provided. The method include administering the protein hydrolysate composition to the subject. The method may be useful in reducing blood pressure, inflammation, reduced immunity, and/or oxidative stress in the subject.
A water treatment system having a base assembly and a treatment assembly. The treatment assembly of the system may be configured to filter particulates from water. The base assembly may include a UV reactor operable to disinfect water for consumption.
C02F 1/00 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout
B01D 27/02 - Filtres à cartouches du type à jeter à cartouches constituées à partir d'une masse de substance non agglomérée
C02F 1/32 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par irradiation par la lumière ultraviolette
B65D 6/00 - Réceptacles dont le corps est formé par jonction ou liaison de plusieurs composants rigides ou sensiblement rigides, constitués en totalité ou principalement en métal, en matière plastique, en bois ou en un matériau de remplacement
F21V 8/00 - Utilisation de guides de lumière, p.ex. dispositifs à fibres optiques, dans les dispositifs ou systèmes d'éclairage
A water treatment system is provided with an untreated water reservoir having a cavity through which a filter assembly may traverse such that untreated water in the cavity passes through the filter assembly into a treated water reservoir. Traversal of the filter assembly may be facilitated by a pressure control assembly as a vacuum pump in order to generate a vacuum in a treated water reservoir connected to the filter assembly.
The present disclosure relates to a smart diffuser. The smart diffuser of the present disclosure includes a frame configured to define a diffusing position, a container mounted on the frame and including a space configured to mount a plurality of oil cartridges therein, and a driving unit configured to drive the container. The driving unit drives the container so as to cause a cartridge selected by a user among the plurality of oil cartridges to enter the diffusing position.
The present disclosure relates to a method of operating a smart diffuser using a terminal connected to the smart diffuser via a network and a terminal therefor. The method of operating the smart diffuser using the terminal includes generating a mode selection signal comprising operation information on a plurality of oil cartridges mounted in the smart diffuser, wherein the operation information comprises at least one of an operation order, an operation duration, a fragrance emission intensity, and an operation time zone of each of the cartridges; and transmitting the mode selection signal to the smart diffuser. The present disclosure relates to a method of operating a smart diffuser (200) using a terminal (100) connected to the smart diffuser (200) via a network and a terminal therefor. The method of operating the smart diffuser (200) using the terminal (100) includes generating (S 10) a mode selection signal comprising operation information on a plurality of oil cartridges (CA) mounted in the smart diffuser (200), wherein the operation information comprises at least one of an operation order, an operation duration, a fragrance emission intensity, and an operation time zone of each of the cartridges (CA); and transmitting (S20) the mode selection signal to the smart diffuser (200).
Compositions for preventing, treating and/or curing human skin from an air pollution-induced damage and methods of using the compositions are described. One embodiment relates to a cosmetic composition comprising an isolated ingredient or an extract of Dendrobium nobile, in a working amount sufficient for at least one of: reducing or preventing air pollution-induced or air pollution inducible skin and/or hair damage; reducing or preventing air pollution-induced oxidative stress; reducing or preventing air pollution-induced decrease in cell vitality; reducing or preventing air pollution-induced increase in IL-6; or reducing or preventing air pollution-induced cell damage; and a cosmetically acceptable carrier or excipient.
A61Q 17/00 - Préparations protectrices; Préparations employées en contact direct avec la peau pour protéger des influences extérieures, p.ex. des rayons du soleil, des rayons X ou d'autres rayons nuisibles, des matériaux corrosifs, des bactéries ou des piqûres d'insectes
A61Q 19/02 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau pour décolorer ou blanchir la peau chimiquement
A61Q 19/08 - Préparations contre le vieillissement
A power dispensing closure capable of being retrofitted to existing powder containers to allow metered dispensing of powder from conventional powder containers. The closure may include a metering disk enclosed within an interior space, and movable between a closed position in which the metering disk may be loaded with powder material from the container and a dispense position in which the metering disk is capable of dispensing the loaded material from the closure. The closure may include a metering disk actuator extending from the metering disk through a slot in the housing. The closure may include a bottom housing configured to install on a powder container in place of a conventional cap. The housing may include a load opening for loading the metering disk and a spout for dispensing the loaded powder. The load opening and spout may be radially offset no more than about ninety degrees.
G01F 11/24 - Appareils qu'il faut actionner de l'extérieur, adaptés à chaque opération répétée et identique, pour mesurer et séparer le volume prédéterminé d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent à partir d'une alimentation ou d'un récipient sans tenir compte avec chambres de mesure se déplaçant au cours de l'opération du type à soupapes, c. à d. que la séparation est effectuée par des mouvements étanches aux fluides ou aux poudres dans lesquels la chambre de mesure tourne ou oscille pour un matériau solide fluent
G01F 11/00 - Appareils qu'il faut actionner de l'extérieur, adaptés à chaque opération répétée et identique, pour mesurer et séparer le volume prédéterminé d'un fluide ou d'un matériau solide fluent à partir d'une alimentation ou d'un récipient sans tenir compte
Salvia hispanicaSalvia hispanica L.) variety designated Rehnborg, seed thereof, hybrids thereof, products thereof, and cultivars derived therefrom. The Rehnborg variety has uniform white seed, greater seed mass, and greater seed yields compared to other typical chia varieties or wild-type chia.
A01H 5/00 - Angiospermes, c. à d. plantes à fleurs, caractérisées par leurs parties végétales; Angiospermes caractérisées autrement que par leur taxonomie botanique
C12N 15/82 - Vecteurs ou systèmes d'expression spécialement adaptés aux hôtes eucaryotes pour cellules végétales
19.
METHOD AND TOPICAL COMPOSITION FOR MODIFICATION OF A SKIN MICROBIOME
A method is disclosed. The method is generally useful for modifying a skin microbiome. The method comprises administering a topical composition to a subject's skin. A topical composition is also disclosed. The topical composition may be used for the method. The topical composition comprises a population of microorganisms, a component obtained from the population of microorganisms, or a combination thereof. The population of microorganisms is generally a Corynebacterium species. The Corynebacterium species comprises at least about 90%, optionally at least about 97%, sequence identity to a 16S rRNA sequence (SEQ ID NO: 1).
A61K 8/99 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de micro-organismes autres que des algues ou des champignons, p.ex. à base de protozoaires ou de bactéries
A61Q 19/08 - Préparations contre le vieillissement
The present disclosure relates to a skin-cleansing device. The skin-cleansing device of the present disclosure comprises: a body on the end of which there is a cleansing unit, and on the inside of which is provided a first electrical-power storing unit for storing electrical power whereby the cleansing unit is made to vibrate; and a cradle on the inside of which is formed an accommodation space so as to hold the body, with the cleansing unit in a downward-facing state, and which is provided with a second electrical-power storing unit for storing electrical power whereby the first electrical-power storing unit is charged.
A47K 7/04 - Dispositifs de lavage ou nettoyage, à main ou mécaniques
A61L 2/10 - Procédés ou appareils de désinfection ou de stérilisation de matériaux ou d'objets autres que les denrées alimentaires ou les lentilles de contact; Accessoires à cet effet utilisant des phénomènes physiques des radiations des ultraviolets
A composition comprising an effective amount of a wheat peptide and an effective amount of fucoidan. The composition further comprises an effective amount of at least one component or extract from among white peony root, Magnolia officinalis or Asiatic pennywort herb in combination with the wheat peptide and fucoidan. The composition may prevent and reduce Helicobacter pylori infections as well as gastric mucosal injuries which are caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, drinking, unhealthy eating habits, and stress, may regulate oxidative stress markers and anti-inflammatory markers in subjects, inhibit the generation of interleukin 8 (IL-8) and malondialdehyde (MDA), and increase the generation of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and prostaglandin E2 (PGE2).
A61K 9/48 - Préparations en capsules, p.ex. de gélatine, de chocolat
A61P 1/04 - Médicaments pour le traitement des troubles du tractus alimentaire ou de l'appareil digestif des ulcères, des gastrites ou des œsophagites par reflux, p.ex. antiacides, antisécrétoires, protecteurs de la muqueuse
A composition for treating skin pigmentation, a method of forming the composition, and a method of treating skin pigmentation are disclosed. The composition comprises at least one pharmaceutically acceptable additive. The composition further comprises at least one melanin production inhibitor, which may be a depigmentation agent. The melanin production inhibitor is present in an amount effective to inhibit melanin production in human skin cells of a subject that is administered the composition. The melanin production inhibitor is selected from the group consisting of cyclovirobuxine D, lipoic acid, nuciferine, peimisine, oleuropein, Rhodiola algida extract, Rhodiola kirilowii (Regel) Maxim extract, Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma extract, Cirsii japonici herba extract, Platycladi semen extract, Synotis erythropappa extract, Astragali complanati semen extract, Plantaginis semen extract, Lycopi herba extract, Euryales semen extract, Cuscutae semen extract, Amomi fructus extract, Tara seed extract, Platycladi cacumen extract, Eucommiae cortex extract, Dioscoreae rhizoma extract, Cirsii herba extract, and combinations thereof.
A61K 8/49 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des composés organiques contenant des composés hétérocycliques
A pressure vessel having an outer shell and a flexible inner liner. The outer shell and inner liner are configured so that the water passing through the water treatment system engages the inner liner, and not the outer shell. The inner liner is blow molded from a material that does not leach undesirable substances into the water flowing through the water treatment systems. The inner liner may include a receptacle portion to house one or more water treatment components. The receptacle portion may be flexible under the anticipated range of internal pressures. The receptacle portion may be disposed in the outer shell with the outer shell concealing expansion/contraction of the inner liner and providing the pressure vessel dimensional stability. The inner liner may include a rigid neck portion mounted to the outer shell. The outer shell and/or inner liner may include internal ribs configured to maintain spacing therebetween.
B01J 19/12 - Procédés utilisant l'application directe de l'énergie ondulatoire ou électrique, ou un rayonnement particulaire; Appareils à cet usage utilisant des radiations électromagnétiques
B01J 3/02 - Dispositifs d'alimentation ou d'évacuation appropriés
B01J 3/03 - Récipients sous pression, ou récipients sous vide, comportant des organes de fermeture ou des joints d'étanchéité spécialement adaptés à cet effet
C02F 1/28 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par absorption ou adsorption
C02F 1/32 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par irradiation par la lumière ultraviolette
C02F 9/00 - Traitement en plusieurs étapes de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout
24.
COUPLING DETECTION FOR ULTRASOUND TREATMENT DEVICE
A system and method of detecting coupling between an ultrasound treatment device and human tissue using voltage and/or current feedback mechanism at a singular frequency. The method includes the general steps of: determining the appropriate drive frequency for a transducer, determining the decision boundary for that transducer at the determined drive frequency, applying a drive signal at the determined drive frequency, sensing the current and/or voltage of the drive signal at the determined drive frequency and determining status of coupling based on a comparison of the sensed current and/or voltage with the determined decision boundary. When the decision boundary has been crossed, an alarm may be presented and/or the power may be reduced or eliminated. Current and/or voltage measurements at a secondary drive frequency may be used and compared to a secondary decision boundary to improve accuracy in some applications.
An integrated system for delivering weight loss guidance and activity tracking in a mobile format. The integrated system includes a weight loss program hosted on a mobile device. The weight loss program includes an energy intake prescription to guide a participant toward a target weight according to a weight loss prediction model that is visually depicted in a first application window. The mobile device can be paired with a weight sensor to provide weight updates at regular intervals. The mobile device can also be paired with a caloric expenditure measuring device, for example a step counter, to display activity levels for comparison with recommended activity goals in a second application window. The weight loss program extends over multiple phases that are structured to help individuals gradually achieve a sustainable weight loss while increasing daily activity levels over the duration of the program.
G16H 40/63 - TIC spécialement adaptées à la gestion ou à l’administration de ressources ou d’établissements de santé; TIC spécialement adaptées à la gestion ou au fonctionnement d’équipement ou de dispositifs médicaux pour le fonctionnement d’équipement ou de dispositifs médicaux pour le fonctionnement local
G16H 20/30 - TIC spécialement adaptées aux thérapies ou aux plans d’amélioration de la santé, p.ex. pour manier les prescriptions, orienter la thérapie ou surveiller l’observance par les patients concernant des thérapies ou des activités physiques, p.ex. la physiothérapie, l’acupression ou les exercices
G16H 20/60 - TIC spécialement adaptées aux thérapies ou aux plans d’amélioration de la santé, p.ex. pour manier les prescriptions, orienter la thérapie ou surveiller l’observance par les patients concernant le contrôle de l’alimentation, p.ex. les régimes
26.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING INTAKE COMPLIANCE
A product interaction monitor includes sensors for measuring characteristics related to the product and/or product package or other type of container. The product interaction monitor can be installed in a container cap and used to monitor events associated with the container such as product usage. The product interaction monitor can utilize multiple sensor outputs to increase the accuracy of the detection of the events. The product interaction monitor can be used to estimate product inventory or product usage and communicate information regarding the product and/or product usage to a local display or a remote computer.
A composition and a method for improving the gastrointestinal (Gl) health of a human subject by promoting the activity of amylolytic and short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) producing (e.g. acetogenic and/or butyrogenic) microbes in the Gl system of a human subject. The composition includes a mixture of microbiota accessible carbohydrates (MACs) that includes at least two different resistant starches and at least two different non-starch polysaccharides. A blend for inclusion in a dietary supplement includes, or is, the mixture.
Compositions for suppressing sebum production in skin (e.g., seborrheic skin), and minimizing glycation in skin (e.g., mature skin) with enhanced UV absorptive properties are described. In particular, the present invention relates to a composition containing a skin benefit agent that includes Lithospermum erythrorhizon. Also, methods of suppressing sebum production in skin (e.g., seborrheic skin) and minimizing glycation in skin (e.g., mature skin) by applying a composition to the skin, wherein the composition comprises an effective amount of a derivative of Lithospermum erythrorhizon are also described.
A61K 36/00 - Préparations médicinales de constitution indéterminée contenant du matériel provenant d'algues, de lichens, de champignons, ou de plantes, ou leurs dérivés, p.ex. médicaments traditionnels à base de plantes
29.
COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING GLYCATION REACTIONS
Dietary supplement compositions including L-arabinose and extracts of chamomile and blackcurrant are described. Methods of using the same for managing blood sugar levels and/or decreasing glycation reaction in a body and skin of a subject are also described.
Topical compositions, packaging systems and methods for improving the appearance of skin or at least one sign of aging in skin including Kachnar are described.
A61Q 17/04 - Préparations topiques pour faire écran au soleil ou aux radiations; Préparations topiques pour bronzer
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
A61K 8/02 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par une forme physique particulière
31.
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT AND RELATED METHOD FOR ACTIVATING A SUBJECT'S ANTIOXIDANT SYSTEM
A nutritional supplement comprises components (A), (B) and (C), and optionally, additional component(s) (D). The nutritional supplement can activate a subject's antioxidant system, more specifically the subject's antioxidant response element (ARE). In one embodiment, the nutritional supplement comprises: (A) glabridin; (B) licochalcone A; and (C) licorice root flavonoids. In another, the nutritional supplement comprises: (A) a first licorice root extract comprising glabridin; (B) a second licorice root extract comprising licochalcone A; and (C) a third licorice root extract comprising flavonoids. Components (A), (B) and (C) are in a combined amount sufficient to activate the subject's antioxidant system after ingestion. In addition, components (A), (B) and (C) are present in a weight ratio (A:B:C) such that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their separate effects regarding activation of the subject's antioxidant system after ingestion of the nutritional supplement.
Compositions for oral administration and processes of preparing the same are described. In particular, compositions in the form of bilayer tablets including B vitamins for modified delivery are described. The bilayer multi-B vitamin tablets offer immediate release of a first set of B vitamins, such as riboflavin (B2) and cyanocobalamin (BI2) followed by controlled release of a second set of B vitamins, such as folic acid, biotin, niacinamide (B3), pyridoxine (B6), pantothenic acid (B5) and thiamine (Bl).
A method useful for inhibiting moisture loss from skin comprises the step of administering a composition to a subject's skin. The composition comprises a first humectant and a second humectant different from the first humectant. The humectants are useful for increasing moisture content of the subject's skin, specifically the subject's epidermis. The first humectant may comprise a conventional humectant, e.g. glycerol. The second humectant generally comprises certain types of honey. The honey is capable of inhibiting moisture loss from the subject's epidermis and/or moisture loss from the first humectant when the subject is exposed to dry air conditions, e.g. wintertime air having a relative humidity of about 50% or less. Specifically, the second humectant is useful for mitigating adverse effects of the first humectant under certain conditions. Examples of suitable honeys include orange blossom honey, buckwheat (blossom) honey, or a combination thereof.
A61Q 19/00 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau
A61K 8/98 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés d'origine animale
34.
GEL COMPOSITION FOR ULTRASOUND PROCEDURE AND RELATED METHODS
A gel composition for an ultrasound procedure comprises: (a) a vehicle; (b) a chelating agent; (c) an anti-inflammatory agent; (d) a thickening agent; (e) a skin-conditioning agent; (f) a humectant; (g) a preservative; and (h) a neutralizer. A method of preparing the gel composition and a method of applying the gel composition for an ultrasound procedure are also disclosed.
A61K 9/00 - Préparations médicinales caractérisées par un aspect particulier
A61K 47/10 - Alcools; Phénols; Leurs sels, p.ex. glycérol; Polyéthylène glycols [PEG]; Poloxamères; Alkyléthers de PEG/POE
A61K 47/26 - Hydrates de carbone, p.ex. polyols ou sucres alcoolisés, sucres aminés, acides nucléiques, mono-, di- ou oligosaccharides; Leurs dérivés, p.ex. polysorbates, esters d’acide gras de sorbitan ou glycyrrhizine
A61K 31/704 - Composés ayant des radicaux saccharide liés à des composés non-saccharide par des liaisons glycosidiques liés à un composé carbocyclique, p.ex. phloridzine liés à un système carbocyclique condensé, p.ex. sennosides, thiocolchicosides, escine, daunorubicine, digitoxine
A system is disclosed for tracking and assigning credit to a direct seller in a multilevel marketing organization for reorders of a product. Products are tagged/labeled with a unique identifier that is used in the reorder process. A database associates the unique identifier with the seller and based on that association, the seller is credited with the reorder sale. The unique identifier may be part of a QR code, RFID tag, or other mechanism for encapsulating the unique identifier for use during the reorder process. The unique identifier may also be used for additional product tracking/monitoring and for fraud prevention.
An acoustic module with a transducer and a solid waveguide. The transducer and waveguide may be curved to focus the acoustic energy along a focal line. The transducer, the top surface of the waveguide and the bottom surface of the waveguide may extend along coaxial curves. The waveguide may include a recess closely receiving the transducer. The waveguide may include an integral skirt that provides a thermal mass. The acoustic module may include a space to accommodate thermal management options. For example, the acoustic module may include a heatsink, an active ventilation system and/or a phase change material. The ultrasound device may include a controller configured to perform a uniformity scan sweep during supply of operating power to the transducer. The uniformity scan sweep can extend through a frequency range that includes the operating point of the acoustic module and does not exceed an acceptable efficiency loss.
B06B 3/00 - Procédés ou appareils spécialement adaptés pour transmettre des vibrations mécaniques de fréquence infrasonore, sonore ou ultrasonore
G10K 11/24 - Procédés ou dispositifs pour transmettre, conduire ou diriger le son pour conduire le son à travers des corps solides, p.ex. fils métalliques
A water treatment system having a water treatment engine including a pressure vessel, electronics module and optionally replaceable shrouds. The water treatment engine may include a tether and a single connection point for water and power lines. The tether may have a release that is accessible only when the electronic module is removed. The water treatment engine may be circular and the water and power lines may be arranged within a region bounded by tangent lines that square the circular shape. The electronics module may be configured to receive one of a variety of alternative interchangeable displays. The electronics module may have a single display port that provides power and data that can be utilized by a plurality of different types of displays. The system may include a replaceable cartridge with soft end caps that include an integral seal and are shaped to self-center within the pressure vessel.
A portable water treatment system selectively configurable between a portable configuration and a water treatment system configuration. The portable water treatment system includes multiple nest and stack containers with snap-fit lids selectively configurable between a portable configuration and a water treatment system configuration. A flocculation container includes a manual valve and a flow restriction that controls flow of water. The filter system may include one or more biofoam filters. The water treatment system may include a storage container with a carbon filter that removes chlorine from the water before being dispensed.
Compositions for topical use and having a protein carbonylation-inhibiting activity that include an amount of about 75-100% pure obacunone effective to reduce and/or inhibit protein carbonylation are described. Methods for inhibiting protein carbonylation in skin and for skin whitening and lightening are also described.
A01N 65/00 - Biocides, produits repoussant ou attirant les animaux nuisibles, ou régulateurs de croissance des végétaux contenant du matériel provenant d'algues, de lichens, de bryophytes, de champignons multicellulaires ou de plantes, ou leurs extraits
A61K 8/00 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette
40.
TOPICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING SINOMENINE AND METHOD FOR RESTRAINING CARBONYLATION OF PROTEIN
A topical composition for restraining carbonylation of skin protein, and a preparation method therefor and uses thereof. The topical composition contains sinomenine as an active component. The method for preparing the topical composition comprises a step of obtaining sinomenine from sinomenium acutum species plants.
A61Q 19/08 - Préparations contre le vieillissement
A61Q 17/04 - Préparations topiques pour faire écran au soleil ou aux radiations; Préparations topiques pour bronzer
A61K 8/49 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des composés organiques contenant des composés hétérocycliques
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
42.
COMPOSITION CONTAINING THALICTRUM PETALOIDEUM AND USE FOR BRIGHTENING SKIN
Disclosed is a composition for brightening skin, comprising a plant material (e.g. an extract) from Thalictrum petaloideum seeds. Also disclosed is the use of the composition for brightening skin.
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
A61Q 19/02 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau pour décolorer ou blanchir la peau chimiquement
43.
TOPICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING GALIUM APARINE AND METHOD FOR BRIGHTENING SKIN
Disclosed are a topical composition for brightening skin and a method for brightening skin using the composition. The topical composition contains Galium aparine or an extract thereof.
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
A61P 17/00 - Médicaments pour le traitement des troubles dermatologiques
A61Q 19/02 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau pour décolorer ou blanchir la peau chimiquement
44.
TOPICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING OBAKUNONE AND SKIN-WHITENING METHOD USING SAME
A topical composition capable of suppressing melanin synthesis and tyrosinase activity comprises obakunone having a purity of approximately 75-100%, a cosmetically acceptable carrier, and one or more optional cosmetic ingredients and/or skin-whitening agents. In the composition, obakunone is present in an amount that can effectively reduce melanin synthesis and/or suppress tyrosinase activity. The composition is used for skin whitening.
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
A61Q 19/00 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau
A personal formulation device for mixing and dispensing customized formulations from ingredient reservoirs carried by the device. The device may include a plurality of miniaturized progressive pumps with a flexible coupling between the motor and the pump. The coupling may include a spring (40). The device may include a spacer sleeve (62) having an internal diameter tapered to closely follow the motion envelope of the spring (40). Each pump may include a retainer (60) that is threaded into the interior of the pump body (52) to retain the spacer sleeve (62) and the drive end (120) of the rotor (34). Each pump may include a stator with an integrated flange seal (36). The flange seal (36) may extend around the circumference of the stator and be sandwiched between portions of the pump body (52). The stator may have a noncircular shape that keys the stator within the pump body. The pump may include an optical metering system.
F04C 2/107 - Machines ou pompes à piston rotatif du type à engrènement extérieur, c. à d. avec un engagement des organes coopérants semblable à celui d'engrenages dentés du type à axe interne, l'organe externe ayant plus de dents ou de parties équivalentes de prise, p.ex. de rouleaux, que l'organe interne avec des dents hélicoïdales
F04C 15/00 - "MACHINES" À LIQUIDES À DÉPLACEMENT POSITIF, À PISTON ROTATIF OU OSCILLANT; POMPES À DÉPLACEMENT POSITIF, À PISTON ROTATIF OU OSCILLANT - Parties constitutives, détails ou accessoires des "machines", des pompes ou installations de pompage non couverts par les groupes
B01F 13/00 - Autres mélangeurs; Installations pour effectuer des mélanges comportant des combinaisons de mélangeurs de types différents
G01P 3/486 - Dispositifs caractérisés par l'utilisation de moyens électriques ou magnétiques pour mesurer la vitesse angulaire en mesurant la fréquence du courant ou de la tension engendrés de signaux ayant la forme d'impulsions délivrés par des détecteurs photo-électriques
A45D 40/00 - Emboîtages ou accessoires spécialement conçus pour la conservation ou l'emploi de produits de toilette ou cosmétiques solides ou pâteux, p.ex. de savons à barbe ou de rouges à lèvres
46.
COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING A BOTANICAL EXTRACT AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME IN SKIN WHITENING AND SKIN LIGHTENING APPLICATIONS
Compositions for topical use and having a melanin synthesis-inhibiting activity that include an amount of a botanical extract of at least one of Aspaiathus Linearis, Matricaria, Saxifraga, Astragalus, Taraxacum officinale/mongolicum, Ferula varia/foetida, Carthamus tinctorius, Sophora flavescentis, or Chrysanthemum morifolium effective to reduce melanin synthesis are described. Methods for inhibiting melanin synthesis and for skin whitening are also described.
A61Q 19/02 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau pour décolorer ou blanchir la peau chimiquement
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
An air treatment system having an improved control system. The control system may include a dynamic "dead front" display that varies the display based on mode of operation. The display may include capacitive touch sensors and include an array of capacitive film segments or traces integrated into the display. The control system may include a self-contained electronics module that can be tested and calibrated before installation in the ATS. A dust sensor assembly may be integrated into the electronics module. The front cover may be attached with a mechanical attachment at the top and a magnetic attachment on the bottom. The ATS may include a filter retainer assembly with a rotating clip configured to perform in a cam-like manner to firmly clamp the particulate filter and carbon filter in place.
F24F 3/16 - Systèmes de conditionnement d'air dans lesquels l'air conditionné primaire est fourni par une ou plusieurs stations centrales aux blocs de distribution situés dans les pièces ou enceintes, blocs dans lesquels il peut subir un traitement secondaire; Appareillage spécialement conçu pour de tels systèmes caractérisés par le traitement de l'air autrement que par chauffage et refroidissement par ozonisation
F24F 11/00 - Aménagements de commande ou de sécurité
F24F 13/08 - Organes de réglage de l'écoulement d'air, p.ex. persiennes, grilles, volets ou plaques directrices
A method and composition useful for improving memory of a subject are disclosed. The method comprises the step of administering the composition to the subject. The composition consists essentially of Cistanche extract and Ginkgo extract (e.g. as actives). In a first general embodiment, the extracts are present in a weight ratio (Cistanche to Ginkgo; or "C:G") that is >2.5:1. In a second general embodiment, the extracts are present in a weight ratio that is <2.5:1. In embodiments of the first general embodiment, the composition comprises about 72-99 weight percent (wt.%) Cistanche tubulosa extract and about 1-28 wt.% Ginkgo biloba extract. In embodiments of the second general embodiment, the composition comprises about 50-70 wt.% Cistanche tubulosa extract and about 30-50 wt.% Ginkgo biloba extract. The Cistanche tubulosa extract is generally obtained from root material and the Ginkgo biloba extract is generally obtained from leaf material. The composition may also include inactives.
A23L 1/30 - contenant des additifs (A23L 1/308 a priorité);;
A61K 36/00 - Préparations médicinales de constitution indéterminée contenant du matériel provenant d'algues, de lichens, de champignons, ou de plantes, ou leurs dérivés, p.ex. médicaments traditionnels à base de plantes
A61K 36/16 - Gynkgophyta, p.ex. Ginkgoaceae (famille du ginkgo)
A beverage dispenser capable of preparing a variety of alternative types of beverages using different brewing parameters depending on the type of beverage. In one embodiment, the beverage dispenser is configured to use temperature, pressure and time parameters selected to provide optimal extraction for the type of beverage being prepared. In one embodiment, the beverage dispenser is intended to brew a variety of herbal teas with ingredients selected in accordance with traditional Chinese medicine. In one embodiment, the particle sizes of the various TCM ingredients are selected to provide optimized extraction in the beverage dispenser. The beverage dispenser may be configured to identify the type of beverage pod installed in the system and automatically prepare that beverage in accordance with optimized brewing parameters determined based on the ingredients and the particle sizes of those ingredients. The beverage dispenser may be capable of collecting user information and providing beverage recommendations.
A dispenser or dispensing system. The dispenser can be a screw conveyor pill dispenser, tumbler pill dispenser, push-to-operate pill cap dispenser, twist-to-operate pill cap dispenser, or push-to-operate pill cap dispenser. The pill dispenser may include a pill dispenser control system that can interact with a personal device, such as a smart phone. The pill dispenser control system can implement communication with a personal device, pill identification, user identification and security, scheduling functions, and notifications. The pill dispenser can dispense pills manually, semi-automatically, or automatically.
A61J 1/03 - Récipients spécialement adaptés à des fins médicales ou pharmaceutiques pour pilules ou comprimés
A61J 7/00 - Dispositifs pour administrer les médicaments par voie buccale, p.ex. cuillères; Dispositifs pour compter les pilules; Dispositions pour l'indication ou le rappel du moment où l'on doit prendre des médicaments
B65D 83/04 - Réceptacles ou paquets comportant des moyens particuliers pour distribuer leur contenu pour distribuer de petits objets en forme d'anneau, de disque, ou de forme sphérique ou similaire, p.ex. cachets ou pilules
51.
COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR INHIBITION OF TRIGLYCERIDE SYNTHESIS VIA SYNERGISTIC COMBINATION OF BOTANICAL FORMULATIONS
Compositions and methods for inhibition of triglyceride synthesis via synergistic combination of botanical extracts are described. Specifically, the present invention relates to treating or preventing weight gain or obesity, promoting weight loss, appetite suppression, or the like, as well as managing skin oil production through a synergistic inhibition of diacylglycerol acyltransferase-1 (DGAT-I) enzyme involved in the triglyceride synthesis and modulation of sterol regulatory element binding protein lc (SREBP-lc) and/or peroxisome proliferator activated receptor gamma coactivator I-alpha (PGCIα).
A capacitive deionization (CDI) reactor for a CDI system including at least two electrodes formed with porous material and a plurality of conductive elements. The plurality of conductive elements in each electrode may be separate from each other. By incorporating a plurality of conductive elements in the electrodes, a CDI reactor according to one embodiment may enable substantially uniform charge distribution throughout the electrodes, irrespective of the size and shape of the electrodes. A method according to one embodiment may include regenerating the CDI system by successively reversing a polarity of voltage applied to electrodes of a CDI reactor, and reducing a magnitude of the applied voltage over time.
C02F 1/469 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par des procédés électrochimiques par séparation électrochimique, p.ex. par électro-osmose, électrodialyse, électrophorèse
C02F 1/00 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout
C02F 1/461 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par des procédés électrochimiques par électrolyse
A system and method of providing a health assessment. A health assessment may include a health related recommendation and identification of a primary barrier to adherence to the health related recommendation. The health assessment, health related recommendation, and barrier can be provided to the user in a simple and easy to understand visual representation. The visual representation can be generated based on barrier priority logic that can determine which health assessment index poses the highest barrier to the user.
G06F 19/00 - Équipement ou méthodes de traitement de données ou de calcul numérique, spécialement adaptés à des applications spécifiques (spécialement adaptés à des fonctions spécifiques G06F 17/00;systèmes ou méthodes de traitement de données spécialement adaptés à des fins administratives, commerciales, financières, de gestion, de surveillance ou de prévision G06Q;informatique médicale G16H)
A remote device in accordance with the present invention includes an adaptive power receiver that receives wireless power from the wireless power supply by induction. The adaptive power receiver may be switched among two or more modes of operation, including, for example, a high-Q mode and a low-OQ mode. By controlling the duty cycle of the switching between modes, the amount of energy received by the adaptive receiver may be controlled to communicate to the wireless power supply. This control is a form of adaptive resonance communication or Q control communication. Distortion can be reduced or eliminated by ramping between duty cycles with adjustment to intermediate duty cycle values.
H04B 5/00 - Systèmes de transmission à induction directe, p.ex. du type à boucle inductive
G01S 13/75 - Systèmes utilisant la reradiation d'ondes radio, p.ex. du type radar secondaire; Systèmes analogues utilisant des transpondeurs alimentés par les ondes reçues, p.ex. utilisant des transpondeurs passifs
G06K 7/10 - Méthodes ou dispositions pour la lecture de supports d'enregistrement par radiation corpusculaire
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
H03K 3/017 - Réglage de la largeur ou du rapport durée période des impulsions
A system and method for providing dietary guidance is provided. The method includes receiving a selection of a health program for an individual, the health program including a dietary regimen, measuring the individual's caloric expenditure and change in body composition or body mass during the individual's participation in the health program, determining adherence to the health program based on the measured caloric expenditure or the measured change in body composition or body mass, identifying a modification to the health program, and informing the individual of the modification. The modification can include nutritional supplements, meals or recipes having a nutritional and/or caloric content tailored to assist the individual in meeting his or her health goals. The method can further include predicting an expected change in body composition or body mass based on the health program and based on the individual's gender, age, height, weight, and other factors.
G06F 19/00 - Équipement ou méthodes de traitement de données ou de calcul numérique, spécialement adaptés à des applications spécifiques (spécialement adaptés à des fonctions spécifiques G06F 17/00;systèmes ou méthodes de traitement de données spécialement adaptés à des fins administratives, commerciales, financières, de gestion, de surveillance ou de prévision G06Q;informatique médicale G16H)
56.
USE OF FATTY ACID TO REDUCE SKIN IRRITATION ASSOCIATED WITH RETINOID THERAPY
A composition and a method that is effective to reduce, limit, or diminish one or more side effects of a retinoid are described. The composition includes a retinoid and a free fatty acid. The composition may further include one or more cosmetically suitable ingredients so long as they do not interfere with the efficaciousness of the free fatty acid. The method for reducing, limiting, or diminishing a side effect associated with the topical administration of a retinoid to a skin area of a subject includes topically administering a free fatty acid to the skin area prior to, during, and/or after topical administration of the retinoid.
THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO, A BODY CORPORATE (USA)
Inventeur(s)
Rana, Jatinder
Randolph, Russell, Keith
Scholten, Jeffrey
Le, Myphuong, Thi
Johnson, Richard, J.
Lanaspa Garcia, Miguel, Angel
Abrégé
A composition for inhibiting ketohexokinase, for example, ketohexokinase-C (KHK-C) activity, may include a plant extract exhibiting at least IC50 (i.e., 50% KHK-C inhibition at a concentration in the range of from about 0.1 μg/mL to about 1000 μg/mL. The composition may be in a form suitable for oral ingestion. A method for inhibiting KHK-C activity in a subject may include administering a plant extract that exhibits at least 50% KHK-C inhibition at a concentration from about 0.1 μg/mL to about 1000 μg/mL. The administering may be done to treat or prevent at least one of sugar addiction, obesity, or metabolic syndrome. The administering may be done to provide a diminished craving in the subject from at least one member selected from the group consisting of craving of sugar, fructose, fructose-containing sugars, carbohydrates, and combinations thereof. The subject may be pre-diabetic, diabetic and or insulin resistant.
A fluid flow director for use in a water treatment system is provided. The fluid flow director is defined by a plastic sheet made up of a plastic substrate with a protective coating. The plastic substrate has fasteners disposed along two parallel edges thereof and the protective coating is substantially opaque to UV light. The plastic sheet is configured to be helically rolled such that the fasteners align and sealingly mate to form a tube. The fasteners are sized, constructed, and arranged to sealingly mate to form a substantially water-tight seam therebetween. In one embodiment, the plastic substrate is polyethylene and the UV opaque coating is polytetrafluoroethylene ("PTFE").
A power management system receives information about the amount of manageable power available and can reallocate the manageable power. Devices can be operated in a managed power mode where depending on power distribution decisions made by the power management system the device can be powered at full power, receive no power, or receive a base amount of power to enable some functionality. The flexibility afforded by operating devices in managed power mode means that smaller power supplies can be used to service the same number of devices. In one embodiment, the power management controller can reallocate manageable power among various loads based on the configuration of the loads. Manageable power that is not allocated for priority loads can be used to power the managed loads.
H02J 3/32 - Dispositions pour l'équilibrage de charge dans un réseau par emmagasinage d'énergie utilisant des batteries avec moyens de conversion
H02J 3/14 - Circuits pour réseaux principaux ou de distribution, à courant alternatif pour règler la tension dans des réseaux à courant alternatif par changement d'une caractéristique de la charge du réseau par interruption, ou mise en circuit, des charges du réseau, p.ex. charge équilibrée progressivement
An inductive coil for a contactless power supply system is provided. The inductive coil includes a conductive element in a planar spiral pattern, wherein the pitch between adjacent spirals is greater near the center of the planar spiral pattern than near the outer periphery of the planar spiral pattern. The inductive coil can be used as any one of a primary coil, a primary side resonator coil, a secondary side resonator coil, and/or a secondary coil to increase the efficiency of a power supply system across a range of distances and alignment orientations. In some embodiments, the spirals are spaced apart from the center of the spiral pattern by a distance that increases in proportion to a square root curve, such that the spirals group together near the outer periphery of the spiral pattern.
Systems and methods for approximating caloric energy intake and/or macronutrient composition using thermogenesis. The system may include one or more sensors for tracking body temperature over a period of time, and may include a processor configured to determine caloric energy intake and/or macronutrient composition based on body temperature. The system may be configured to normalize body temperature readings to compensate for factors other than thermogenesis that might affect core body temperature. The system may include one or more sensors for measuring normalization factors, and a processor for normalizing raw body temperature readings based on the measured normalized factors. The method may include the steps of: (a) collecting body temperature data, (b) normalizing the raw body temperature data and (c) determining caloric energy intake and/or macronutrient composition from the normalized data. The system may be configured to account for user calibration data when characterizing macronutrient composition.
Systems and methods are provided for determining an individual's personal correlation factor and, using the personal correlation factor, determining the individual's caloric intake. A method for determining a personal correlation factor includes determining a body composition change over a calibration period, converting the body composition change to an equivalent energy value, and dividing the equivalent energy value by a net caloric value for the same calibration period, wherein the net caloric value includes a caloric expenditure less a caloric intake. A method for determining a subsequent caloric intake includes converting a body composition change to an equivalent energy value, dividing the equivalent energy value by the personal correlation value, and adding to this quotient the individual's caloric expenditure, wherein each step is performed using a processor.
A61B 5/00 - Mesure servant à établir un diagnostic ; Identification des individus
A61B 5/053 - Mesure de l'impédance ou de la conductivité électrique d'une partie du corps
A61B 5/11 - Mesure du mouvement du corps entier ou de parties de celui-ci, p.ex. tremblement de la tête ou des mains ou mobilité d'un membre
G06F 19/00 - Équipement ou méthodes de traitement de données ou de calcul numérique, spécialement adaptés à des applications spécifiques (spécialement adaptés à des fonctions spécifiques G06F 17/00;systèmes ou méthodes de traitement de données spécialement adaptés à des fins administratives, commerciales, financières, de gestion, de surveillance ou de prévision G06Q;informatique médicale G16H)
A supplement including a blend of turmeric, quercetin and rosemary, or holy basil, wasabi, and broccoli seed extract which are present in a balanced and predetermined ratio, and which stimulate the Antioxidant Response Element (ARE), Quinone Reductase, and/or induce related gene expression, for example, heme oxygenase-1 (HMOX-1) expression. The blend of ingredients can be formed as or in a dietary supplement adapted for administration to a subject. The dietary supplement can be formulated so that the turmeric, quercetin and rosemary are present in a predetermined ratio of 1:3:5, or holy basil, wasabi, and broccoli seed extract in a predetermined ratio of 1:1:0.2. Additional ingredients can be included in the supplement. The supplement can synergistically affect natural antioxidant response pathways within cells of a subject to whom the supplement is administered. A related method of use is also provided.
A61K 36/53 - Lamiaceae ou Labiatae (famille de la menthe), p.ex. thym, romarin ou lavande
A61K 31/352 - Composés hétérocycliques ayant l'oxygène comme seul hétéro-atome d'un cycle, p.ex. fungichromine ayant des cycles à six chaînons avec un oxygène comme seul hétéro-atome d'un cycle condensés avec des carbocycles, p.ex. cannabinols, méthanthéline
A laminated flux guide with a cover layer and a thermally conductive layer disposed on opposite sides of a plurality of alternating layers of high permeability and electrically insulating materials. The thermally conductive layer may be a metal, such as aluminum. The present invention also provides a method of manufacturing including the general steps of: providing a plurality of rolls of high permeability material; providing a roll of thermally conductive material, providing a roll of cover material; applying an electrically insulating adhesive between adjacent layers of the high permeability material; feeding the high permeability material layers with the applied adhesive into pressure rollers to form a pre-laminate; feeding the thermally conductive layer, the pre-laminate and the cover layer into pressure rollers to join them under pressure into a final laminate and cutting the final laminate into the desired shape.
H01F 27/22 - Refroidissement par conduction de chaleur à travers des éléments de remplissage solides ou en poudre
H01F 27/25 - Noyaux magnétiques fabriqués à partir de bandes ou de feuillards
H01F 41/02 - Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication ou à l'assemblage des aimants, des inductances ou des transformateurs; Appareils ou procédés spécialement adaptés à la fabrication des matériaux caractérisés par leurs propriétés magnétiques pour la fabrication de noyaux, bobines ou aimants
65.
SELECTIVE WATER TEMPERATURE COMPONENT FOR USE WITH WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS
A water heating system is provided. The water heating system includes an inlet connectable to a supply of untreated water, supply and return lines connectable to a point-of-use water treatment system, and an output for dispensing a supply of treated and optionally heated water. An internal heating element is adapted to heat the treated water to one of a plurality of pre-selected temperature settings. Temperature control can be achieved by cycling the power applied to the heating element and/or controlling the flow rate of treated water through the heating element. The water heating system includes additional improvements in electrical compatibility, energy consumption, and remote failure detection.
A remote device in accordance with the present invention includes an adaptive power receiver that receives wireless power from the wireless power supply by induction. The adaptive power receiver may be switched among two or more modes of operation, including, for example, a high-Q mode and a low-Q mode. By controlling the switching between modes, the amount of energy received by the adaptive receiver may be controlled. This control is a form of adaptive resonance control or Q control.
The present invention relates to a wireless power supply system including a remote device capable of both transmitting and receiving power wirelessly. The remote device includes a self-driven synchronous rectifier. The wireless power supply system may also include a wireless power supply configured to enter an OFF state in which no power, or substantially no power, is drawn, and to wake from the OFF state in response to receiving power from a remote device.
H04B 5/00 - Systèmes de transmission à induction directe, p.ex. du type à boucle inductive
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
H02M 7/219 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant alternatif en une puissance de sortie en courant continu sans possibilité de réversibilité par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs dans une configuration en pont
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
A wand for delivering therapeutic ultrasonic energy to a target area includes a module (28) and a transducer. The transducer converts electrical energy into ultrasonic vibrations that are delivered to the module. The module includes a fluid chamber (40) that houses an ultrasonic fluid. In order to reduce or eliminate the deleterious effects of bubbles that may form in the ultrasonic fluid, one or more bubble traps (60) are defined in the fluid chamber that capture, store, and/ or assist in keeping the bubbles outside of the direct transmission path of the ultrasonic energy through the fluid. One or more barriers (62, 64) may be included in the trap(s) that obstruct movement of the bubbles into the transmission path when the wand is tilted to different orientations. After passing through the fluid, the ultrasonic energy is delivered to the skin of a patient, or other surface to which the ultrasonic energy is being directed.
The present invention relates to wireless power supplies adapted to supply power and communicate with one or more remote devices. The systems and methods of the present invention generally relate to a communication timing system that may ensure information being communicated does not overlap with that of another device, preventing data collisions and information from going undetected. With information being communicated in a way that addresses or avoids potential communication issues in multiple device systems, the wireless power supply may control operation to effectively supply wireless power.
H04B 5/00 - Systèmes de transmission à induction directe, p.ex. du type à boucle inductive
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
A wireless power system for wirelessly transferring power to a remote device from a wireless power supply at a range of distances. Various embodiments are contemplated in which reflected impedance from the remote device can be reduced by reducing coupling outside the desired wireless power transfer path, allowing delivery of wireless power over a range of distances. For example, a system incorporating one or more of shielding, spacing, and offsetting may be used to reduce reflected impedance from the remote device. An adapter may also be used to extend the range of wireless power transfer.
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
H02J 17/00 - Systèmes pour l'alimentation ou la distribution d'énergie par ondes électromagnétiques
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
71.
TOPICAL COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR SKIN LIGHTENING
A topical cosmetic composition for skin whitening or skin lightening is described. The composition includes an aqueous extract of Caesalpinia spinosa, also known as Tara, in an amount effective to reduce melanin production. The composition may also include an extract of Centella asiatica, also known as Gotu Kola. A method for using the compositions is also described.
A61Q 19/02 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau pour décolorer ou blanchir la peau chimiquement
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
72.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING VARIABLE IMPEDANCE ELEMENTS IN A WIRELESS SENSOR
A wireless remote sensor (110) that is powered by an inductive transmitter (112) and is configured to produce an oscillating wave that varies based on one or more sensed parameters. The oscillating wave is communicated to the inductive transmitter (112) by reflected impedance, where it can be detected to determine the sensed value(s). In another aspect, the present invention provides a wireless remote sensor with a Wheatstone bridge arrangement having an internal resonant circuit to produce an electromagnetic field indicative of the sensed value. In a third aspect, the present invention provides a wireless remote sensor with optical feedback from a reference circuit and a sensor circuit. In a fourth aspect, the present invention provides a wireless remote temperature sensor having coils printed on a material with a high coefficient of thermal expansion so that the size and/or shape of the coils varies as the temperature increases or decreases.
H04B 5/00 - Systèmes de transmission à induction directe, p.ex. du type à boucle inductive
G06K 19/07 - Supports d'enregistrement avec des marques conductrices, des circuits imprimés ou des éléments de circuit à semi-conducteurs, p.ex. cartes d'identité ou cartes de crédit avec des puces à circuit intégré
73.
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AND ANTIOXIDANT COMPOSITION AND RELATED METHOD OF USE
A composition having at least one of a high antioxidant capacity, an anti-inflammatory effect and/or a DNA protection function is provided. The composition includes an extract from plants of the genus Caesalpinia, for example, Caesalpinia spinosa, also known as Tara. The Tara extract can be included in a nutritional supplement or other delivery vehicle and administered to a subject. Methods for using the composition also are provided.
A wireless power transfer component with a selectively adjustable resonator circuit having a Q control subcircuit that varies the Q factor of the resonator circuit to control the amount of power relayed by the resonator circuit. The resonator circuit may be in the wireless power supply, the wireless power receiver, an intermediate resonator or any combination thereof. The resonator circuit may be actively configured based on a feedback circuit. The feedback circuit may sense a characteristic in the secondary circuit or elsewhere and actively operate the control subcircuit based on the sensed characteristic. The feedback circuit may cause the Q control subcircuit to change (reduce or increase) the Q factor when the sensed characteristic crosses a threshold value. The Q control subcircuit may include a variable resistor having a value that can be varied to adjust the Q factor of the resonator circuit.
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
B60L 11/18 - utilisant de l'énergie fournie par des piles primaires, des piles secondaires ou des piles à combustibles
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
A wireless power receiver capable of receiving wireless power from close-coupled and mid-range wireless power supplies. The wireless power receiver includes a principal and supplemental receiver circuits. The principle receiver circuit is adjustable to operate in a close-coupled mode or a resonator mode. In close-coupled mode, the principle receiver circuit is coupled to the power input of a remote device and functions as the principle power source. In resonator-mode, the principle power circuit is electrically disconnected/isolated from the remote device and forms a closed resonant loop to function as a resonator that amplifies an electromagnetic field from a mid-range wireless power supply. The supplemental receiver circuit is coupled to the power input of the remote device and is configured to receive wireless power from the resonator and function as the power source when the principle receiver circuit is in the resonator mode.
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
H04B 5/00 - Systèmes de transmission à induction directe, p.ex. du type à boucle inductive
76.
INTERFERENCE MITIGATION FOR MULTIPLE INDUCTIVE SYSTEMS
A system and method for mitigating interference between two or more inductive systems. Interference can be mitigated by, in response to an interference causing event, temporarily adjusting operation of one or more of the inductive sub-systems to reduce interference. A controller can receives communication from multiple inductive systems and instruct the systems to operate so as to reduce interference. The inductive systems can coordinate to operate out of phase with respect to one another to reduce interference. Communication from a data transfer inductive system can be mimicked by another inductive system so that both systems transmit the communication. Interference between multiple inductive systems can be mitigated by specific physical positioning of the transmitters of the inductive sub-systems.
H04B 5/00 - Systèmes de transmission à induction directe, p.ex. du type à boucle inductive
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
An item of print media (30) including an inductive secondary (50) for providing power to a load (32). The inductive secondary is responsive to an electromagnetic flux to generate a time- varying current or voltage therein. The current or voltage induced in the inductive secondary directly or indirectly powers the load to thereby enhance the functionality and/or the appeal of the item of print media without significantly adding to its cost. The load can provide a visual and/ or auditory output, and can include an electroluminescent display, an e-ink display, a piezo speaker coil, an electrostatic speaker, an OLED, an LED or an LCD display. Embodiments of the invention can be utilized in connection with a wide variety of print media, including for example books, booklets, pamphlets, labels, magazines, manuals, brochures, maps, charts, posters, journals, newspapers or loose leaf pages.
G06K 19/07 - Supports d'enregistrement avec des marques conductrices, des circuits imprimés ou des éléments de circuit à semi-conducteurs, p.ex. cartes d'identité ou cartes de crédit avec des puces à circuit intégré
G06K 19/02 - Supports d'enregistrement pour utilisation avec des machines et avec au moins une partie prévue pour supporter des marques numériques caractérisés par l'utilisation de matériaux spécifiés, p.ex. pour éviter l'usure pendant le transport à travers la machine
G06K 19/077 - Supports d'enregistrement avec des marques conductrices, des circuits imprimés ou des éléments de circuit à semi-conducteurs, p.ex. cartes d'identité ou cartes de crédit avec des puces à circuit intégré - Détails de structure, p.ex. montage de circuits dans le support
H05K 3/36 - Assemblage de circuits imprimés avec d'autres circuits imprimés
The present invention provides a wireless power supply system in which a resonator may extend the range over which an inductive power supply may adequately supply wireless power to inductive cookware. The wireless power supply system may include an inductive cooking power supply that transmits power using an electromagnetic field, an inductive cookware that heats in response to presence of the electromagnetic field, and a resonator.
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
H05B 6/10 - Appareils de chauffage par induction, autres que des fours, pour des applications spécifiques
An electrical component with conductive material(s) that is suitable for use within the electromagnetic field path of a wireless power transfer system. The electronic component includes conductive materials that are sufficiently thin to absorb no more than an acceptable amount of the electromagnetic field, yet thick enough to remain sufficiently conductive to perform the desired electrical function. In embodiments in which the wireless power supply delivers up to 20 watts of power, the conductive materials are not substantially thicker than about 1/10 the skin depth of the material at the anticipated wireless power frequency. The electrical component may be disposed at any location between the wireless power supply transmitter and the remote device receiver. The present invention permits the use of a wide rang of electrical components in the field path, such as a display, a sensor or a component capable of selectively operating as both.
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
H01B 7/30 - Conducteurs ou câbles isolés caractérisés par la forme avec dispositions pour réduire les pertes dans les conducteurs transmettant du courant alternatif, p.ex. dues à l'effet pelliculaire
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
80.
SELECTIVE SHIELDING FOR PORTABLE HEATING APPLICATIONS
A wireless power supply and a portable heating device are provided. The wireless power supply includes an electromagnetic shield and the portable heating device includes a magnetic field source. Placement of the magnetic field source proximate the electromagnetic shield can create a local flux window in the electromagnetic shield. The transfer of electromagnetic flux through the local flux window energizes the portable heating device at various locations along the wireless power supply. The effectiveness of the electromagnetic shield is generally maintained away from the flux window, and the electromagnetic shield reduces stray flux that might otherwise damage nearby objects and/or reduce the efficiency of the wireless power supply.
H02J 5/00 - Circuits pour le transfert d'énergie électrique entre réseaux à courant alternatif et réseaux à courant continu
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
H05B 6/10 - Appareils de chauffage par induction, autres que des fours, pour des applications spécifiques
A behavior modification system includes a network of components that interact to collect various data and provide user feedback. The network may include a personal device, an Internet-enabled storage device and a hub capable of receiving communications from the personal device and communicating to the storage device. The personal device may include bio-impedance measurement circuitry, an accelerometer and a processor for determining energy expenditure based on data from the accelerometer(s). The system may include a smart hub capable of routing communications between various components within the system. The hub may include different transceivers for different communication protocols. The system may incorporate a low-power RF wake-up system. The system may include bio-impedance measurement circuitry that is reconfigurable to function as an alternative type of sensor. In other aspects, the present invention provides a method for measuring bio-resonance and a method for determining caloric intake from body composition and caloric expenditure.
A power supply with a multi-bridge topology configured to provide multiple different bridge topologies during operation. The power supply includes a plurality of half-bridge circuits connected to a controller. The controller can selectively configure the power supply between a plurality of different bridge topologies during operation by controlling the half-bridge circuit.
H02M 3/335 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant continu avec transformation intermédiaire en courant alternatif par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrodes de commande pour produire le courant alternatif intermédiaire utilisant des dispositifs du type triode ou transistor exigeant l'application continue d'un signal de commande utilisant uniquement des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs
H02M 7/48 - Transformation d'une puissance d'entrée en courant continu en une puissance de sortie en courant alternatif sans possibilité de réversibilité par convertisseurs statiques utilisant des tubes à décharge avec électrode de commande ou des dispositifs à semi-conducteurs avec électrode de commande
A composite metal surface that looks metallic, but permits effective transmission of an electromagnetic field. The composite metal surface can be integrated into various electronic equipment, such as telephones, remote controls, battery doors, keyboards, mice, game controllers, cameras, laptops, inductive power supplies, and essentially any other electronic equipment. The composite metal surface can also be integrated into non-electrically conductive heat sinks, high permeability shielding, and polished metal non-electrically conductive surfaces.
The present invention relates to a method of eating a personalized dietary regime that includes receiving personal information relating to the individual; determining the individual's metabolic profile from at least one of a noninvasive or an invasive measurement; and classifying the subject into a nutrition category selected from the group consisting of a low fat diet; a low carbohydrate diet; a high protein diet; or a balanced diet, wherein the invasive measurement does not include genetic testing.
A filter assembly for a water treatment system includes a first end cap and a second end cap that secure about the ends of a filter. A central member extends through a central void in the filter. The filter assembly has corresponding non-adhesive locking mechanisms that interact to secure the filter assembly together. Two gaskets may sandwich the filter and a reflector may be positioned within the central member. An ultraviolet lamp may also be positioned within the central member.
B01D 29/11 - Filtres à éléments filtrants stationnaires pendant la filtration, p.ex. filtres à aspiration ou à pression, non couverts par les groupes ; Leurs éléments filtrants avec des éléments filtrants en forme de sac, de cage, de tuyau, de tube, de manchon ou analogue
C02F 1/32 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par irradiation par la lumière ultraviolette
A controlled release beadlet that sequentially releases carotenoids over time within the gastrointestinal tract of a subject, as well as a method of administering the carotenoids. The beadlet provides a specific ratio of carotenoids which release from the beadlet at preselected times during passage through the gastrointestinal tract. The method includes releasing the carotenoids in preselected ratios at specific time intervals in the gastrointestinal tract to mitigate competition between the carotenoids for their uptake, and/or to potentially maximize the uptake of individual carotenoids within a mixed carotenoid formulation.
A system and method for detecting, characterizing, and tracking an inductive power receiver proximate to an inductive charging surface of an inductive charger. One or more resonators and one or more sensors provide information that can be utilized to detect, characterize, and track the inductive power receiver. The resonators can be configured to determine position of a remote device using magnitude or phase of sensors associated with resonators. In addition, by monitoring the inductive power transmitter and the resonators, the charger can differentiate between whether parasitic metal is present, a remote device is present, or both are present.
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
A pill dispensing system that includes pill packages that can be used to dispense pills manually or with a dispenser system to provide enhanced functionality. The packages can be provided with information relating to the packaged pills or to the use of the packaged pills. By reading the information from the package, the dispenser system can know what is in the package, when it is to be taken and can understand and track inventory. The dispenser system provides reminders of when the pills should be taken. The dispenser system may have the ability to key a specific electronic device, such as a cell phone, to a specific user and the dispenser system may require the electronic device to be within proximity of the dispenser system before dispensing pills for that user.
A61J 7/00 - Dispositifs pour administrer les médicaments par voie buccale, p.ex. cuillères; Dispositifs pour compter les pilules; Dispositions pour l'indication ou le rappel du moment où l'on doit prendre des médicaments
A61J 7/04 - Dispositions pour l'indication ou le rappel du moment où l'on doit prendre des médicaments, p.ex. distributeurs programmés
A contactless power supply is provided. The contactless power supply includes two or more primary coils (110, 120) for generating a region of cooperative magnetic flux generally therebetween. A portable device having a secondary coil (114) can be positioned proximate this region of magnetic flux to receive wireless power from the contactless power supply. The spaced-apart primary coils can be wound in alternating directions about a common axis and driven in phase, or can be wound in a single direction about a common axis and driven approximately 180 degrees out of phase. The contactless power supply can include a plurality of primary coils in an adjustable array to accommodate multiple portable devices each with different secondary configurations and power consumption needs.
A wireless power supply with an adaptive control system that is capable of adjusting various operating characteristics and that avoids operating at those operating characteristics that present adverse affects, such as impaired communications or interference with operation of the remote device. In one embodiment, the control system is capable of adjusting two or more of the operating frequency, duty cycle, rail voltage and switching circuit phase. In one embodiment, the wireless power supply control system is configured to detect operating characteristics that present adverse affects, maintain a record of those operating characteristics and avoid those operating characteristics once detected. In another embodiment, the remote device may be configured to advise the wireless power supply control system of certain "keep-out" ranges that adversely affect operation of the remote device.
H02J 7/02 - Circuits pour la charge ou la dépolarisation des batteries ou pour alimenter des charges par des batteries pour la charge des batteries par réseaux à courant alternatif au moyen de convertisseurs
A humidifier for treating humidified air with germicidal light is provided. The humidifier includes a water reservoir, an atomizer to atomize a supply of water, and an ultraviolet light source to expose the atomized water to germicidal light. The ultraviolet light source extends vertically within a cylindrical channel to irradiate the atomized water dissipating upwardly from the atomizer. The water reservoir can include a carbon filter and a hardness-removing module for removing containments and metal oxides from the water supply. A control panel indicates the remaining useful life of the ultraviolet light source, the carbon filter and the hardness-removing module based on historical humidifier usage and water quality levels.
A communication system that uses keyed modulation to encode fixed frequency communications on a variable frequency power transmission signal in which a single communication bit is represented by a plurality of modulations. To provide a fixed communication rate, the number of modulations associated with each bit is dynamic varying as a function of the ratio of the communication frequency to the carrier signal frequency. In one embodiment, the present invention provides dynamic phase-shift-keyed modulation in which communications are generated by toggling a load at a rate that is a fraction of the power transfer frequency. In another embodiment, the present invention provides communication by toggling a load in the communication transmitter at a rate that is phase locked and at a harmonic of the power transfer frequency. In yet another embodiment, the present invention provides frequency-shift-keyed modulation, including, for example, modulation at one of two different frequencies.
A water treatment system is provided including a disinfection system, a filter and a turbine generator. A manual pump is positioned downstream of the filter to create negative pressure to draw water through the filter. The manual pump also creates positive pressure to dispense treated water from the outlet of the system. The movement of the water through the system powers the turbine generator. The power generated can be used to monitor a characteristic of the water treatment system.
C02F 1/68 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par addition de substances spécifiées, pour améliorer l'eau potable, p.ex. par addition d'oligo-éléments
C02F 1/00 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout
C02F 1/76 - Traitement de l'eau, des eaux résiduaires ou des eaux d'égout par oxydation au moyen d'halogènes ou de composés halogénés
B01D 35/00 - Dispositifs filtrants ayant des particularités non couvertes spécifiquement par les groupes , applications non couvertes spécifiquement par les groupes ; Dispositifs auxiliaires pour la filtration; Structure du carter de filtre
F04B 9/00 - "Machines" ou pompes à piston caractérisées par les moyens entraînants ou entraînés liés à leurs organes de travail
A health monitoring system can include an intake tracker, an output tracker, a personal monitor, and a recommender. The health monitoring system can track food, exercise, and personal characteristics in order to provide health assessments and recommendations. The intake tracker can include a camera for capturing images of products. A data acquisition system can be used to acquire data about products that are photographed using a variety of methods. The data can be entered into a database with a picture of the product for later look-up. The data acquisition system can include a user-assisted segmentation method of an image to identify the product.
A method for product information retrieval with a mailable item. The method includes providing a mailable item with a communication system and memory, transferring product usage information from the product to the mailable item, and mailing the mailable item to a recipient who can retrieve and analyze the product information. Incentives can be offered to entice a user to obtain the mailable item and/or to return the mailable item.
A portable water treatment system includes at least one sub-system to treat water including a primary disinfection system and a residual disinfection system. The water treatment system may include multiple sub-systems for treating water that feed into one another. The residual disinfectant may be administered to the water at a level below the taste threshold to prevent backgrowth of bacteria while leaving the taste of the water unaffected. The portable water treatment system may be designed to dispense water at a high-flow rate.
A wireless power transfer system with a remote device having a communication transmitter configured to initiate communications with a framing pulse to prevent noise from being mistaken for legitimate data. The communication system may employ a bi-phase modulation scheme, and the framing pulse may be generated to present no transitions in the communication signal during a specified period of time. The communication transmitter may produce the framing pulse by applying a load in the remote device. The present invention also provides a method for transmitting communication signals in a wireless power supply system including the general steps of: (a) preceding each communication with a framing pulse configured to present a bit sequence that does not exist in legitimate data communications, (b) maintaining the framing pulse for a period of time sufficient to effectively "reset" the communications receiver and (c) transmitting communications following the framing pulse.
A foam filter is provided that may form a radial flow or a stacked flow filter. In the radial flow configuration, the foam may be wrapped around an inner support core. The inner support core may define holes to allow the water to enter the support core and exit the filter. More than one foam layer may be used, and a single sheet of foam wrapped in a spiral may form a multi-layer configuration. A non-permeable flexible layer may be positioned between adjacent foam layers to facilitate flow through the filter. In the stacked flow configuration, multiple foam layers may be used and water can flow successively or simultaneously through the foam layers. Functional layers may be added to provide other filtration functions.
A wireless power system that may align a portable electronic device with an inductive wireless power supply. The induction coils used for transferring power wirelessly may be used as DC electromagnets to align the portable electronic device with the inductive wireless power supply. A DC current may be supplied to the primary coil and to the secondary coil to generate DC electromagnetic fields and attractive force between the primary and secondary coils. This attractive force may be used for alignment.
Ethanolic chia (Salvia hispanica) seed extracts are provided in a system including one or more polyols and at least one hydrophobic compound that solubilize hydrophobic and slightly hydrophilic fractions of the extracts. The polyol can be pentylene glycol. The at least one hydrophobic compound can be a light oil or an ester including, but not limited to, glyceryl caprylate, glyceryl trioctanoate, isodecyl neopentanoate, isononyl isononanoate, isopropyl myristate, phenethyl benzoate, propylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, propylene glycol dioctanoate and combinations thereof. The system or solution can form a cosmetic composition which is highly stable. A method for preparing the composition also is provided.
A61K 8/97 - Cosmétiques ou préparations similaires pour la toilette caractérisés par la composition contenant des produits de constitution indéterminée ou leurs dérivés à base de leurs dérivés
A61Q 19/02 - Préparations pour les soins de la peau pour décolorer ou blanchir la peau chimiquement
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