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20090275791 | CERAMIC FOAM CATALYST SUPPORT FOR GASOLINE ALKYLATION - This invention relates to an alkylation catalyst, a method for preparing the alkylation catalyst, and a method for alkylating olefins and paraffins. The alkylation catalyst includes a foam catalyst support wherein active catalyst particles have been appended to the surface of the foam support. | 11-05-2009 |
20120253093 | METHOD OF ALKYLATION USING CATALYST ON CERAMIC FOAM SUPPORT - This invention relates to an alkylation catalyst, a method for preparing the alkylation catalyst, and a method for alkylating olefins and paraffins. The alkylation catalyst includes a foam catalyst support wherein active catalyst particles have been appended to the surface of the foam support. | 10-04-2012 |
20120289617 | Hybrid Catalyst for Olefin Metathesis - An olefin metathesis catalyst and method for producing same is provided. | 11-15-2012 |
20130026066 | Process Development By Parallel Operation Of Paraffin Isomerization Unit With Reformer - A process for refining naphtha that results in an improved octane value in a subsequent gasoline blend. Certain embodiments include separating a naphtha feed into light naphtha and heavy naphtha; separating the heavy naphtha into a paraffin stream and non-paraffin stream; introducing the light naphtha to a first isomerization unit, introducing the paraffin stream to a second isomerization unit; introducing the non-paraffin stream to a reforming unit and combining the resulting effluents to form a gasoline blend. The resulting gasoline blend has improved characteristics over gasoline blends that are made without introducing the paraffin stream to a second isomerization unit. | 01-31-2013 |
20130261364 | Multimetal Zeolites Based Catalyst for Transalkylation of Heavy Reformate to Produce Xylenes and Petrochemical Feedstocks - A transalkylation catalyst for the transalkylation of a heavy reformate is provided. The catalyst includes two solid acid zeolites having different physical and chemical properties, and at least three metals selected from the group 4 Lanthanoids, and the elements found in groups 6 and 10 of the periodic table. | 10-03-2013 |
20130261365 | Process for the Production of Xylenes and Light Olefins from Heavy Aromatics - A method for the transalkylation of a heavy reformate is provided. The heavy reformate is contacted with a transalkylation catalyst and hydrogen gas in a transalkylation reactor to selectively convert the heavy reformate to a xylenes-rich product stream. Light alkanes produced during the reaction can be supplied to a steam cracker where they are converted to light olefins. | 10-03-2013 |
20130283854 | Adsorbed Natural Gas Storage Facility - A method of using the natural gas storage facility to reduce the effect of diurnal demand on a natural gas source includes introducing natural gas into the natural gas storage facility, separating the natural gas into a heavy natural gas component and a light natural gas component, and retaining the components during a non-peak period of demand. The natural gas storage facility includes a guard bed system and an adsorption bed system. The method also includes releasing the heavy and light natural gas components, mixing them into a released natural gas component product and introducing it to the natural gas source during a peak period of demand. | 10-31-2013 |
20130317271 | Catalyst for Enhanced Propylene in Fluidized Catalytic Cracking - A fluid catalytic cracking catalyst for increased production of propylene and gasoline from heavy hydrocarbon feedstock, the catalyst comprising between 10 and 20% by weight of an ultra-stable Y-type zeolite, between 10 and 20% by weight of a phosphorous modified sub-micron ZSM-5, between 20 and 30% by weight of a pseudoboehmite alumina, and between 30 and 40% by weight kaolin. | 11-28-2013 |
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20150148102 | SYSTEM FOR MECHANICALLY AND ELECTRICALLY CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE CASE TO DIFFERENT MOUNTS - A system, for mechanically and electrically connecting to a mobile device that includes a first connector having an exposed first set of one or more electrodes, including a mount and a case. The case is removably attachable to the mount and can removably receive the mobile device at least partially. The case includes: a second connector, configured to removably engage the first connector, and having an exposed second electrode set corresponding to the first set, respectively; and a first mating part that includes an integral and exposed third electrode set corresponding at least in part to and electrically connected to the second set, respectively. The mount includes a second mating part having an integral and exposed fourth electrode set corresponding to the third set, respectively. The first and the second mating parts are removably engageable and provide mechanical and electrical connections between the case and the mount. | 05-28-2015 |
20150148103 | SYSTEM FOR MECHANICALLY AND ELECTRICALLY CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE CASE TO DIFFERENT MOUNTS - A system, for mechanically and electrically connecting to a mobile device that includes a first connector having an exposed first set of one or more electrodes, including a mount and a case. The case is removably attachable to the mount and can removably receive the mobile device at least partially. The case includes: a second connector, configured to removably engage the first connector, and having an exposed second electrode set corresponding to the first set, respectively; and a first mating part that includes an integral and exposed third electrode set corresponding at least in part to and electrically connected to the second set, respectively. The mount includes a second mating part having an integral and exposed fourth electrode set corresponding to the third set, respectively. The first and the second mating parts are removably engageable and provide mechanical and electrical connections between the case and the mount. | 05-28-2015 |
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20090214366 | Peristaltic Pumping Apparatus and Method - The present disclosure relates to a rotor assembly for a peristaltic pump. The pump includes a first rotor having a plurality of rollers and a second rotor, coupled to the first rotor, having a plurality of rollers. The rollers of the first and second rotors are located at an angle of about 45° relative to each other. In an embodiment, the first rotor and the second rotor are circular. In another embodiment, the rollers of the first rotor are equally spaced or located at an angle, about 90°, relative to each other. In yet another embodiment, the rollers of the second rotor are equally spaced or located at an angle, about 90°, relative to each other. A peristaltic pump and a method of supplying fluid to a surgical area are also disclosed. | 08-27-2009 |
20100036313 | SURGICAL FLUID MANAGEMENT - A fluid flow device includes a housing configured to releasably mate with a surgical control unit for controlling fluid flow during a surgical procedure. First and second ports measure fluid pressure within a fluid path provided within the housing. The fluid flow device includes a restrictor for restricting fluid flow at a restriction location along the fluid path. The first port is located upstream of the restriction location and the second port is located downstream of the restriction location. A fluid pump is provided within the housing. | 02-11-2010 |
20100152647 | Cartridge Assembly - The present disclosure relates to a cartridge assembly. The cartridge assembly includes an inflow cartridge and an outflow cartridge removably coupled to the inflow cartridge. An outflow cartridge and a surgical fluid management system are also disclosed. | 06-17-2010 |
20100228087 | System For Use In Surgical Procedures - The present disclosure relates to a system for use in surgical procedures. The system includes an endoscope; an imaging device coupled to the endoscope; an imaging processor coupled to the imaging device; and at least one management system coupled to the imaging processor, wherein a function of the management system is automatically adjusted upon receipt of a communication from the imaging processor. A method of adjusting an image of a surgical site during a surgical procedure is also disclosed. | 09-09-2010 |
20110301623 | TISSUE RESECTING SYSTEM - A surgical system includes a first instrument defining a first channel and a second instrument receivable by the first channel. The second instrument defines a second channel. A valve coupled to the first instrument controls fluid flow through the first channel, such that impedance of fluid flow through the first channel is substantially the same without the second instrument received in the first channel and with the first channel partially blocked by the second instrument. In another aspect, a surgical apparatus includes an outer member and an inner member received within the outer member to define a first channel therebetween. The inner member houses an optical lens and defines a second channel for receiving a surgical instrument. The first and second channels are configured such that a pump having an inflow rate of up to about 0.7 L/min connected to the second channel can maintain fluid pressure inside an organ. | 12-08-2011 |
20120076669 | Peristaltic Pumping Apparatus and Method - The present disclosure relates to a rotor assembly for a peristaltic pump. The pump includes a first rotor having a plurality of rollers and a second rotor, coupled to the first rotor, having a plurality of rollers. The rollers of the first and second rotors are located at an angle of about 45° relative to each other. In an embodiment, the first rotor and the second rotor are circular. In another embodiment, the rollers of the first rotor are equally spaced or located at an angle, about 90°, relative to each other. In yet another embodiment, the rollers of the second rotor are equally spaced or located at an angle, about 90°, relative to each other. A peristaltic pump and a method of supplying fluid to a surgical area are also disclosed. | 03-29-2012 |
20120330240 | SURGICAL FLUID MANAGEMENT - A fluid flow device includes a housing configured to releasably mate with a surgical control unit for controlling fluid flow during a surgical procedure. First and second ports measure fluid pressure within a fluid path provided within the housing. The fluid flow device includes a restrictor for restricting fluid flow at a restriction location along the fluid path. The first port is located upstream of the restriction location and the second port is located downstream of the restriction location. A fluid pump is provided within the housing. | 12-27-2012 |
20130101441 | PERISTALTIC PUMPING APPARATUS AND METHOD - The present disclosure relates to a rotor assembly for a peristaltic pump. The pump includes a first rotor having a plurality of rollers and a second rotor, coupled to the first rotor, having a plurality of rollers. The rollers of the first and second rotors are located at an angle of about 45° relative to each other. In an embodiment, the first rotor and the second rotor are circular. In another embodiment, the rollers of the first rotor are equally spaced or located at an angle, about 90°, relative to each other. In yet another embodiment, the rollers of the second rotor are equally spaced or located at an angle, about 90°, relative to each other. A peristaltic pump and a method of supplying fluid to a surgical area are also disclosed. | 04-25-2013 |
20130155213 | SYSTEM FOR USE IN SURGICAL PROCEDURES - The present disclosure relates to a system for use in surgical procedures. The system includes an endoscope; an imaging device coupled to the endoscope; an imaging processor coupled to the imaging device; and at least one management system coupled to the imaging processor, wherein a function of the management system is automatically adjusted upon receipt of a communication from the imaging processor. A method of adjusting an image of a surgical site during a surgical procedure is also disclosed. | 06-20-2013 |
20150148605 | SYSTEM FOR USE IN SURGICAL PROCEDURES - A system and method for use in surgical procedures. The system includes an endoscope, an imaging device coupled to the endoscope, an imaging processor coupled to the imaging device, and at least one management system coupled to the imaging processor, in which a function of the management system is automatically adjusted upon receipt of a communication from the imaging processor. | 05-28-2015 |
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20120078038 | HYSTEROSCOPIC SYSTEM - A hysteroscopy system includes a scope having an internal channel, a sheath removably coupled to the scope, and an outflow channel. The sheath has a distal flange extending internally towards an outer surface of the scope. The outflow channel is formed between an inner surface of the sheath and an outer surface of the scope. The distal flange forms a distal end of the outflow channel and is generally located between the scope and the sheath. | 03-29-2012 |
20120253227 | MEDICAL DEVICE - A medical device that includes an outer tube assembly that includes a straight outer tube, an inner tube assembly that includes a straight inner tube disposed within the outer tube, and at least one interference member on the outer tube assembly and at least one interference member on the inner tube assembly. The inner tube and the outer tube are configured to rotate relative to each other to resect tissue at a distal end of the inner and outer tubes. The interference members are configured to prevent a force exerted along a longitudinal axis of the inner tube from separating the inner and outer tubes without rendering the medical device unusable. | 10-04-2012 |
20130225928 | TISSUE RESECTING SYSTEM - A surgical system includes a first instrument defining a first channel and a second instrument receivable by the first channel. The second instrument defines a second channel. A valve coupled to the first instrument controls fluid flow through the first channel, such that impedance of fluid flow through the first channel is substantially the same without the second instrument received in the first channel and with the first channel partially blocked by the second instrument. In another aspect, a surgical apparatus includes an outer member and an inner member received within the outer member to define a first channel therebetween. The inner member houses an optical lens and defines a second channel for receiving a surgical instrument. The first and second channels are configured such that a pump having an inflow rate of up to about 0.7 L/min connected to the second channel can maintain fluid pressure inside an organ. | 08-29-2013 |
20140135806 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT - Featured is a surgical instrument having an elongate inner tubular member and an elongate outer tubular member, in which the inner tubular member is moveably received within the outer tubular member. The instrument also includes a diamond-like carbon (DLC) surface disposed so as to be between the inner and outer tubular members. In further embodiments, the DLC surface is formed on the outer surface of the inner tubular member and/or on the inner surface of the outer tubular member. In yet further embodiments, the inner tubular member includes a cutting edge disposed at a distal region thereof, and the outer tubular member includes a distal opening therein. The opening is positioned to expose and co-operate with the cutting edge of the inner tubular member to permit shearing or cutting of tissue. | 05-15-2014 |
20140140815 | Medical Pump - A surgical instrument includes a hub, a rotating member, an impeller, and an impeller enclosure. The hub has a proximal portion and a distal portion and defines a lumen therebetween. The distal portion of the hub includes a sleeve portion configured to rotatably support the rotating member. The rotating member extends through the hub and has a proximal end and a distal end. The proximal end of the rotating member is configured to couple to an external driving mechanism. The impeller is coupled to the distal end of the rotating member and is configured to accelerate fluid flowing into or out of the lumen. The impeller enclosure is coupled to the distal portion of the hub and defines an impeller volume around the impeller. One or more openings are defined around the sleeve portion of the hub such that the lumen is in fluid communication with the impeller volume. | 05-22-2014 |
20140371708 | TISSUE RESECTING SYSTEM - A surgical system includes a first instrument defining a first channel and a second instrument receivable by the first channel. The second instrument defines a second channel. A valve coupled to the first instrument controls fluid flow through the first channel, such that impedance of fluid flow through the first channel is substantially the same without the second instrument received in the first channel and with the first channel partially blocked by the second instrument. In another aspect, a surgical apparatus includes an outer member and an inner member received within the outer member to define a first channel therebetween. The inner member houses an optical lens and defines a second channel for receiving a surgical instrument. The first and second channels are configured such that a pump having an inflow rate of up to about 0.7 L/min connected to the second channel can maintain fluid pressure inside an organ. | 12-18-2014 |