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20110080993 | STACKED X-RAY DETECTOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - An x-ray detector assembly includes a curvilinear detector assembly that has a first side section that includes a first plurality of detector modules, a second side section that includes a second plurality of detector modules, and a third section that includes a third plurality of detector modules. The third section is positioned between the first and second side sections in a channel direction. The x-ray detector assembly also includes a first flat panel digital projection detector and a first detector mounting structure that is configured to align the first flat panel digital projection detector in a first position to block the third section of the curvilinear detector assembly from receiving x-rays emitting from an x-ray source toward the curvilinear detector assembly in the x-ray penetration direction. | 04-07-2011 |
20110080994 | INTEGRATED X-RAY DETECTOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - An x-ray detector assembly includes a first curvilinear detector assembly comprising a first plurality of detector modules, a second curvilinear detector assembly comprising a second plurality of detector modules, and a first flat panel digital projection detector arranged between the first and second curvilinear detector assemblies such that a first end of the first flat panel digital projection detector is coupled to an inner end of the first curvilinear detector assembly and a second end of the first flat panel projection detector is coupled to an inner end of the second curvilinear detector assembly. | 04-07-2011 |
20110080995 | STACKED FLAT PANEL X-RAY DETECTOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - An x-ray detector assembly includes a first flat panel digital projection detector and a second flat panel digital projection detector. The x-ray detector assembly further includes a first detector mounting structure configured to align the first flat panel digital projection detector in a first position to block the second flat panel digital projection detector from receiving x-rays emitting from an x-ray source toward the second flat panel digital projection detector in an x-ray penetration direction. | 04-07-2011 |
20130039458 | LOW RESOLUTION SCINTILLATING ARRAY FOR CT IMAGING AND METHOD OF IMPLEMENTING SAME - A CT system includes a rotatable gantry having an opening to receive an object to be scanned, an x-ray source configured to project an x-ray beam toward the object, and a detector array configured to detect x-rays passing through the object. The detector array includes a first array of pixels positioned to receive x-rays that pass to the detector array outside a first field-of-view (FOV) to a second FOV, the first array of pixels providing a first resolution, and a second array of pixels positioned to receive x-rays passing through the first FOV, the second array of pixels providing a second resolution that is different from the first resolution. The system includes a data acquisition system (DAS) configured to receive outputs from the detector array, and a computer programmed to acquire projections of imaging data of the object, and generate an image of the object using the imaging data. | 02-14-2013 |
20140048712 | REFLECTOR FOR RADIATION DETECTOR - A radiation detector includes a scintillator layer configured to absorb radiation emitted from a radiation source and to emit optical photons in response to the absorbed radiation. The radiation detector also includes a photodetector layer configured to absorb the optical photons emitted by the scintillator layer. The radiation detector further includes a reflector configured to reflect the optical photons emitted by the scintillator layer towards the photodetector layer and to absorb select wavelengths of optical photons associated with an afterglow emitted by the scintillator layer. | 02-20-2014 |
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20080248556 | USE OF SONICATION TO ELIMINATE PRIONS - The present disclosure generally relates to methods for disinfecting surfaces. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to methods for destroying prion molecules using a combination of ultrasonic energy and enzyme treatment that is effective to denature and degrade prion proteins. | 10-09-2008 |
20090155325 | FORMULATION AND PRODUCTS FOR PROMOTING SKIN CLEANLINESS AND HEALTH - The present disclosure generally relates to a formulation. More particularly, the formulation may be applied to skin and/or used in combination with a personal care product to improve absorbance and leakage control of the personal care product, and to promote a more positive feel and comfort through improved skin cleanliness and health. | 06-18-2009 |
20090191285 | MOISTURIZING LIQUID LINER FOR BARRIER LAYER - A moisturizing liquid liner composition comprising a hydrophobic moiety and an emulsifier is described. Further, a substrate comprising a barrier layer and a moisturizing liquid liner composition comprising a hydrophobic moiety and an emulsifier is described. The substrate may be incorporated into an article. | 07-30-2009 |
20100051035 | LOW-PRESSURE AIRWAY MANAGEMENT DEVICE WITH ACTIVE COATING AND METHOD FOR PATIENT CARE - An improved endotracheal tube that has a modified surface coating that can elute active agents is described. The coated surface and the use of the device according to a new method or regime for a healthcare worker to care for patients can help reduce the likelihood of ventilator acquire pneumonia or other infections in a patient's respiratory passages. | 03-04-2010 |
20110135702 | SPORICIDAL COMPOSITION FOR CLOSTRIDIUM DIFFICILE SPORES - A cleaning medium or formulation that contains a sporicidal composition is described. The composition includes about 0.1-20% weight/weight of a germinant agent, about 0.01-75% w/w of an antimicrobial agent, in terms of dry or wet total weight, and which is admixed with water to generate a solution with a pH of 3.5-9.5. The composition can help trigger the germination of spores, in particular | 06-09-2011 |
20110152925 | Skin Preparation That Immobilizes Bacteria - Skin sealants are usually applied over skin preps to seal the skin and hold any remaining bacteria in place prior to surgical incisions. This sealant is generally left on the skin after surgery. This two step process is time consuming, as each layer must dry before the next one is applied. A skin preparation is provided that immobilizes at least 95 percent of bacteria on the skin and is essentially free of cyanoacrylate. The skin preparation has a fugitive solvent and may also have antimicrobial compounds like iodophors, biguanides, phenols, quaternary amines, antibiotics and metals. This skin preparation may be used without an additional skin sealant or incise applied over it prior to surgery. | 06-23-2011 |
20120171155 | Durable Antimicrobial Composition - The present invention relates to compositions having durable antimicrobial activity. The compositions include a carbonate/bicarbonate salt of a quaternary ammonium cation, an organic acid, hydrogen peroxide and a polymer. The polymer is selected from cationic amine polymer-epichlorohydrin adduct, cationic amine polymer-epichlorohydrin resin, poly(methacrylamidopropyltrimethylammonium)chloride, poly(bis(2-chloroethyl)ether-alt-1,3-bis(dimethylamino)propyl)urea, poly(diallyldimethylammonium)chloride, poly(t-butyl acrylate co-ethyl acrylate co-methacrylic acid), polyethylene oxide, polyquaternium-16, polyquaternium-22, polyquaternium-67 and mixtures thereof. | 07-05-2012 |
20130287724 | ANTI-ADHERENT FORMULATION INCLUDING AN ANIONIC OR NONIONIC POLYMER - Liquid formulations having anti-adherent properties are disclosed herein. The liquid anti-adherent formulation described herein acts to prevent the adherence of menses and/or fecal material to the skin in the labial and perianal regions during and after menstruation or defecation, respectively. The liquid anti-adherent formulation contains a carrier, a polymer selected from an anionic polymer, nonionic polymer, and combinations thereof. Anti-adherent formulation was found to be effective if a menses leave-on percentage as defined within the Menses Leave-On Percentage Test method described herein of less than 7.2% after two insults. | 10-31-2013 |
20130287834 | ANTI-ADHERENT FORMULATION INCLUDING A CATIONIC OR NONIONIC ACRYLATE CO-POLYMER - Liquid formulations having anti-adherent properties are disclosed herein. The liquid anti-adherent formulation described herein acts to prevent the adherence of menses and/or fecal material to the skin in the labial and perianal regions during and after menstruation or defecation, respectively. The liquid anti-adherent formulation contains a carrier, a polymer selected from a nonionic acrylate co-polymer, cationic acrylate co-polymer, and combinations thereof. Anti-adherent formulation is found to be effective if a menses leave-on percentage as defined within the Menses Leave-On Percentage Test method described herein was less than 6.2% after two insults. | 10-31-2013 |
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20090191248 | HAND HEALTH AND HYGIENE SYSTEM FOR HAND HEALTH AND INFECTION CONTROL - The present disclosure is directed to a system and methods for maintaining or improving hand health and hygiene. More particularly, the system and methods prevent or overcome skin damage caused by frequent hand washing and use of hand sanitizers and/or cleansers. The hand care system comprises an article, such as an elastomeric glove, that has a moisturizing liquid liner composition on the skin-contacting surface of the article that delivers a skin health benefit to the skin, a non-irritating hand cleanser capable of moisturizing the skin, and a moisturizing hand sanitizer. | 07-30-2009 |
20100150989 | SUBSTRATES PROVIDING MULTIPLE RELEASES OF ACTIVE AGENTS - The present disclosure comprises a polymeric substrate that provides multiple releases of active agents. A substrate for multiple phase delivery of active agents is provided having a first polymer matrix layer having a first active agent disposed therein, a second polymer matrix layer having a second active agent disposed therein, and a coacervate layer disposed between the first polymer matrix layer and the second polymer matrix layer. Selected first and second active agents are included in the first and second polymer matrices such that as the first and second polymer matrices dissolve, the active agents are released. Multiple phase active agent release is achieved by constructing multiple layers of a polymer matrix containing an active agents formed with polymers having different solubility characteristics or with active agents at different concentration levels. | 06-17-2010 |
20150064227 | Sporicidal Formulation Including Botanical Extracts/Botanical-Derived Ingredients - Formulations and wipes for imparting a sporicide to a surface are disclosed herein. Unexpectedly, a set of naturally derived ingredients have been found to combat and treat spore-based bacteria without the use of harsh chemicals. To achieve the sporicidal efficacy of the product, botanical extracts and/or botanical-derived ingredients have been incorporated into a sporicidal formulation. Example botanical extracts that demonstrated sporicidal activity include: | 03-05-2015 |
20150110893 | Sporicidal Formulation Including Amine Oxide Surfactant And A Mixture Of Oxidants - Formulations and wipes for imparting a sporicide to a surface are disclosed herein. To achieve the sporicidal efficacy of the product, a synergistic amount of an amine oxide surfactant and a mixture of oxidants is incorporated into the formulation. The operative sporicidal formulation contains a solvent, an amine oxide surfactant, a water soluble oxidant and a water insoluble oxidant. Typically, the formulation can contain about 0.05 to about 3.7 percent (by weight of the formulation) of an amine oxide surfactant, about 0.5 to about 4 percent (by weight of the formulation) of a water soluble oxidant, and about 0.1 to about 6 percent (by weight of the formulation) of a water insoluble oxidant. | 04-23-2015 |
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20080221067 | Wood preservative composition - A wood preservative composition comprising a mixture of a fungicide which is a combination of a boric acid ester, which is soluble in an organic solvent and has a sterically hindered di-alcohol or tri-alcohol group, such as trihexylene glycol biborate, an organo-iodine compound, a triazole, and a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide, said fungicide and the insecticide being present in a sufficient amount that wood treated with the wood treatment material contains fungicide and insecticide in an amount of about 1 ppm to 5000 ppm, based on the weight of the wood after treatment. | 09-11-2008 |
20090277111 | VERSATILE HYBRID WINDOW SYSTEM - A window assembly and method of constructing a window assembly is disclosed. The window assembly comprises a base frame assembly, an external cladding assembly, an interior trim assembly and a sash assembly. In one embodiment, the base frame assembly, external cladding assembly and interior trim assembly are constructed from one of three different types of materials. The external cladding assembly may also be snap-fit onto the base frame assembly. Further, the interior trim assembly can include a jamb extension assembly that can also be snap-fit onto the base frame assembly. The interior trim assembly may also include head, sill and side stop assemblies which can be push-fit onto the base frame assembly. Another aspect of the disclosure is a sash assembly that can be assembled as a snap-fit assembly. | 11-12-2009 |
20110003771 | Wood Preservative Composition - A wood preservative composition comprising a mixture of a fungicide which is a combination of a boric acid ester, which is soluble in an organic solvent and has a sterically hindered di-alcohol or tri-alcohol group, such as trihexylene glycol biborate, an organo-iodine compound, a triazole, and a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide, said fungicide and the insecticide being present in a sufficient amount that wood treated with the wood treatment material contains fungicide and insecticide in an amount of about 1 ppm to 5000 ppm, based on the weight of the wood after treatment. | 01-06-2011 |