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Albert Frank, Xanten DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100029838	Use of Copolymers as Adhesion Promoters in Lacquers - Use of copolymers as adhesion promoters in paints The invention relates to the use of copolymers which as well as other monomers contain in copolymerized form 10% to 90% by weight of monomers containing heterocyclic basic groups, and which do not contain vinylpyrrolidone as a monomer component, as additives in paints for improving the adhesion of the solid paint film to a substrate.	02-04-2010
20100096583	ANTIFOAMING AGENT FOR AQUEOUS MEDIA - The invention relates to the use of a polyamide prepared from at least one diamine and at least one dicarboxylic acid in a formulation for defoaming aqueous media. The invention also relates to defoamers for aqueous media that comprise such a polyamide.	04-22-2010
20100240842	Polyhydroxy-Functional Polysiloxanes, method for the production and use thereof - The invention relates to polyhydroxy-functional polysiloxanes which are preparable by the addition reaction of at least one branched polyhydroxy-functional allyl polyether with an Si—H-functional alkyl polysiloxane, to processes for preparing them, to their use as additives in coating compositions, polymeric moulding compounds or thermoplastics, and to coating compositions, polymeric moulding compounds and thermoplastics that comprise them.	09-23-2010

Alexander Frank, Oberderdingen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090292170	STEREO-ENDOSCOPE - A stereo-endoscope is provided having a hollow shank with two axially parallel optical channels, which channels run through the hollow shank and respectively form at least a section of an image path to respective oculars of a binocular observation device arranged on the proximal end of the hollow shank. Moreover, the stereo-endoscope includes a camera connection, and one of the optical channels also forms at least one section of an image path to the camera connection.	11-26-2009

Andre Frank, Bremen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100043318	Foundation particularly for a wind turbine and wind turbine - A foundation, particularly a foundation of a wind turbine, is provided. The foundation includes a central foundation member and a plurality of foundation segments which are segments of a circular, ring shaped or polygonal foundation element and which are connected to the central foundation member using a plurality of locking elements.	02-25-2010

Andreas Frank, Sinsheim DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090167688	NAVIGATIONAL PROCESSOR KEYBOARD SYSTEM - A system and method are provided in which a processor executes an application program such as an enterprise resources planning application. A primary display displays at least one user interface screen from that application program. A keyboard associated with the processor and the primary display screen is provided having a plurality of data entry keys, and at least one secondary display. The one or more secondary displays may be a part of the keyboard itself or an extension of the keyboard. The one or more secondary displays may be display screen(s) and/or input panel(s). The input panel(s) includes at least one data entry key which effects an action recognized by the processor when activated.	07-02-2009

Andreas Frank, Hilzingen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090211421	TEMPERATURE OR WEAR INDICATING DEVICE FOR MATERIAL-WORKING TOOLS - Temperature or wear indicating device for material-working tools, in particular pipe-working tools, furthermore in particular saw blades, wherein the temperature or wear indicating device has at least one temperature or wear indicator, the temperature or wear indicator being at least partially produced from an indicator material that changes one of its visual properties, in particular its colour, permanently when a predetermined limit temperature is exceeded.	08-27-2009

Bernd Frank, Steinheim DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100059067	Disposable hygiene article, surgical covering item, or surgical garment - A disposable hygiene article (	03-11-2010

Bruno Frank, Kleinrinderfeld DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100222423	ASPALATHIN-LIKE DIHYDROCHALCONE, EXTRACTS FROM UNFERMENTED ROOIBOS AND PROCESS FOR PREPARATION - The present invention relates to a novel chemical compound of the formula I and to the pharmaceutically acceptable salts, derivatives and esters thereof. In addition, the invention also relates to a process for isolating the compound according to formula I from raw rooibos material. The present invention likewise relates to a rooibos extract which has a content of the compound according to formula I of at least 0.4% by weight. The invention furthermore relates to the use of the chemical compound of the formula I and of the pharmaceutically acceptable salts, derivatives and esters thereof and of the rooibos extract according to the invention as a medicament, in particular for treating neurological and psychiatric disorders of the central nervous system. The expression “pharmaceutically active” also includes those effects which lead to a subjective improvement in the mental state, in which case approval under pharmaceutical legislation need not be absolutely necessary. Compound of the formula I is shown below:	09-02-2010
20110159122	COMBINATION OF EXTRACTS OF VARIOUS PLANTS FOR IMPROVING THE SYMPTOMS OF DEMENTIA DISORDERS - The present invention relates to combinations of extracts of various plants. A plant extract is obtained from unfermented rooibos by extraction with a mixture of water and alcohol. The rooibos extract contains a compound of formula I (aspacat). The compound of formula I is shown below:	06-30-2011

Burkhard Frank, Vetterschoss DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100237691	Road Construction Machine, Crawler Track Unit Of A Road Construction Machine, As Well As Method For Tensioning A Chain Of A Crawler Track Unit - In a road construction machine, in particular a road milling machine (	09-23-2010

Christian Frank, Kerpen/horrem DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090099304	Method For Increasing The Efficiency of Surfactants and Emulsifiers By Means of Additives - The invention relates to a method for improving the efficiency of surfactants with the simultaneous suppression of lamellar mesophases, in particular in micro-emulsions and emulsions and to surfactants, which are mixed with an additive. According to the invention, to improve the efficiency of the surfactants, a block copolymer of type AB, ABA or BAB is added to latter, said polymer comprising a water-soluble block A and an oil-soluble block B, which is a polyalkylene oxide, whose monomer units contain at least 4 carbon atoms. Said block copolymers also prevent lamellar mesophases, stabilise the temperature of the one-phase ranges for oil, water or surfactant mixtures, enlarge the structural quantity and reduce the interfacial tension of said mixtures.	04-16-2009
20090299005	Method for Inreasing the Efficiency of Surfactants, Extending the Temperature Window, and Suppressing Lamellar Mesophases in Microemulsion by Means of Additives, and Microemulsion - A method for increasing the efficiency of surfactants, broadening the temperature window, and suppressing lamellar mesophases in microemulsions by use of additives that possess at least one water-soluble unit and one hydrophobic unit are added to the microemulsions. The ratio of the number-average molecular weight of water-soluble units to the number-average molecular weight of hydrophobic units is 2 to 1000, the additives being polymers that comprise at least one water-soluble unit that possesses at least one hydrophobic unit on one chain end and/or one hydrophobic unit as a non-terminal substituent and/or at least one hydrophobic unit that is incorporated between the water-soluble units of the polymer.	12-03-2009

Christian Frank, Horrem DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080292569	Method for Improving Efficacy of Surfactants Prevention of Lamellar Mesophases Temperature Stabilization of the Single Phase Region and a Method for Reducing Boundary Surface Tension in Micro-Emulsions Containing Silicone Oils by Means of Additives and Surfactant/Oil Mixtures - Disclosed is a method for improving efficacy of surfactants, prevention of lamellar mesophases, temperature stabilization of the single phase region and a method for reducing boundary surface tension in micro-emulsions containing silicone oils by means of additives and a surfactant/oil mixture. The above effects are achieved, whereby an additive of a block copolymer with a water-soluble block A and a block B which is either a polyalkylene oxide with at least 4 C atoms in the monomer component or a polydiene or a partially or completely hydrogenated polydiene or polyalkane, is added to the micro-emulsion.	11-27-2008
20100144898	MIXTURE COMPRISING AN ALKYLPOLYGLUCOSIDE, A COSURFACTANT AND A POLYMER ADDITIVE - A mixture comprising a component I comprising 80-20% by weight of a first surfactant component I	06-10-2010

Dieter Frank, Kolbermoor DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090127403	LIFT FLAP CARRIER SYSTEM - Device for carrying lift flaps arranged on the wings of an aircraft and a wing. The device includes a carrier with a U-shaped profile, a covering plate positionable over an open side of the U-shaped profile, and a fairing housing formed in an aerodynamic manner and at least in part by the carrier. The instant abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.	05-21-2009

Dieter Frank, Hannover DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100038571	Valve control unit, particularly pilot control unit for a pressure modulator of a commercial vehicle - The invention relates to a valve control unit, particularly for a pressure modulator of a commercial vehicle. Said valve control unit (	02-18-2010
20100059697	Two-stage solenoid valve for an electropneumatic valve control unit - The invention relates to a two-stage solenoid valve for an electropneumatic valve control unit, particularly a pilot control unit of a pressure modulator. Said solenoid valve at least comprises a solenoid system (	03-11-2010

Dietmar Frank, Northeim DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080206666	Material For The Treatment Of Lithographic Substrates And Lithographic Printing Plates - Phosphono-substituted siloxanes suitable as interlayer material in lithographic substrates and for post-treating developed lithographic printing plates, obtainable by reacting (a) a first organosilicon compound of the general formula (I) and (b) a second organosilicon compound of the general formula (II).	08-28-2008
20080206674	Dual-Layer Heat-Sensitive Imageable Elements with a Polyvinyl Acetal Top Layer - Thermally imagable elements are described comprising on a substrate with hydrophilic surface (a) a first layer comprising a first polymer soluble or swellable in aqueous alkaline developer and insoluble in organic solvents with low polarity and (b) a second layer comprising a second polymer soluble or swellable in aqueous alkaline developer, wherein the first polymer is different from the second polymer and the second polymer comprises vinyl acetal repeating units and pendant acidic groups selected from COOH, —SO	08-28-2008

Erich Frank, Goeppingen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110064884	PRINTING INKS FOR OFFSET AND/OR HIGH PRINTING CONTAINING NIR ABSORBERS AND NIR ABSORBERS SOLUBLE IN OFFSET AND/OR HIGH PRINTING INKS - Printing inks for offset and/or letterpress printing which comprise NIR absorbers, and solubility of the NIR absorber in the printing ink is at least 0.1% by weight. NIR absorbers consisting of cyanine cation with an anion which has long-chain alkyl or aralkyl groups. Use of such printing inks for printing processes in which the curing of the printing ink is promoted by using IR lasers. NIR absorbers comprising a cyanine cation with an anion which has long-chain alkyl or aralkyl groups.	03-17-2011

Erwin Frank, Unterhaching DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100047639	METHOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND DISPOSAL OF AIR/SOLVENT MIXTURES USING A FUEL CELL SYSTEM AND RECOVERY UNIT - The invention relates to a method for the environmentally sound disposal of air/solvent mixtures which are made of combustible gaseous vaporous or liquid waste products, using a fuel cell system for the recycling of the air/solvent mixtures while removing the environmentally compatible exhaust air developing in the fuel cell system, the waste heat that is produced and the electric power that is produced.	02-25-2010

Franz Frank, Lubeck DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090005655	PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR MONITORING A PATIENT DURING ANESTHESIA AND FOR DETERMINING THE COMBINED EFFECT OF A PLURALITY OF ANESTHETICS - A process is provided for monitoring a patient being anesthetized, as well as a process for determining a combined effect of different anesthetics used. Devices for carrying out the processes are also provided.	01-01-2009
20110105914	PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR MONITORING A PATIENT DURING ANESTHESIA AND FOR DETERMINING THE COMBINED EFFECT OF A PLURALITY OF ANESTHETICS - A process is provided for monitoring a patient being anesthetized, as well as a process for determining a combined effect of different anesthetics used. Devices for carrying out the processes are also provided.	05-05-2011

Freudenberg Frank, Markt Schwaben DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090310988	METHOD FOR PREVENTING THE INFLUENCE OF THE TRANSFER OF VIBRATIONS DURING THE PRINTING OF IMAGES ON AN END IMAGE CARRIER - In a method for electrographic printing of color images on a final image carrier, charge images of the images to be printed are generated on a charge image carrier and are developed into toner images with toner, the toner images being transferred onto an intermediate carrier from which they are transfer-printed onto the final image carrier. The charge images for the individual colors of the color image are generated in succession on the charge image carrier and are developed into individual color toner images with color toner. The individual color toner images are transferred onto the transfer belt and are there collected atop of one another in a color collection cycle to form a complete color toner image. Before the transfer printing of the complete color toner image on the final image carrier, the final image carrier is pivoted onto the transfer belt, and after the transfer printing, the final image carrier is pivoted away from the transfer belt. After transfer printing of the complete color toner image, the color toner images for the next complete color image are transferred from the charge image carrier onto the transfer belt after an end of the pivoting of the final image carrier away from the transfer belt.	12-17-2009

Friedrich Frank, Oberostendorf DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100216162	Immunological Method, Test Kit and Device for the Determination of the Analyte Content of a Sample - The present invention relates to immunological methods for the determination of the analyte content in samples as well as to test kits and devices for performing the methods of the invention. In particular, the present invention relates to the analysis of samples of breeding animals, such as raw milk and serum, for an assessment of desired characteristics of the animal(s) tested, such as pregnancy, optimum point of insemination or diseases, wherein said analysis is easy to handle, time efficient and can be carried out on-site.	08-26-2010

Fuchs Frank, Denzlingen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100220755	SPECTRALLY TUNABLER LASER MODULE - The present invention relates to a laser module, comprising a flat substrate basis with a mounting region and with at least one heat conducting region adjoining the mounting region, one heating element arranged in the mounting region and one temperature sensor element arranged in the mounting region.	09-02-2010

Georg Frank, Nuremberg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090306974	SYSTEM AND METHOD OF AN IN-BAND MODEM FOR DATA COMMUNICATIONS OVER DIGITAL WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS - A system is provided for transmitting information through a speech codec (in-band) such as found in a wireless communication network. A modulator transforms the data into a spectrally noise-like signal based on the mapping of a shaped pulse to predetermined positions within a modulation frame, and the signal is efficiently encoded by a speech codec. A synchronization sequence provides modulation frame timing at the receiver and is detected based on analysis of a correlation peak pattern. A request/response protocol provides reliable transfer of data using message redundancy, retransmission, and/or robust modulation modes dependent on the communication channel conditions.	12-10-2009
20090306975	SYSTEM AND METHOD OF AN IN-BAND MODEM FOR DATA COMMUNICATIONS OVER DIGITAL WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS - A system is provided for transmitting information through a speech codec (in-band) such as found in a wireless communication network. A modulator transforms the data into a spectrally noise-like signal based on the mapping of a shaped pulse to predetermined positions within a modulation frame, and the signal is efficiently encoded by a speech codec. A synchronization sequence provides modulation frame timing at the receiver and is detected based on analysis of a correlation peak pattern. A request/response protocol provides reliable transfer of data using message redundancy, retransmission, and/or robust modulation modes dependent on the communication channel conditions.	12-10-2009
20090306976	SYSTEM AND METHOD OF AN IN-BAND MODEM FOR DATA COMMUNICATIONS OVER DIGITAL WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS - A system is provided for transmitting information through a speech codec (in-band) such as found in a wireless communication network. A modulator transforms the data into a spectrally noise-like signal based on the mapping of a shaped pulse to predetermined positions within a modulation frame, and the signal is efficiently encoded by a speech codec. A synchronization sequence provides modulation frame timing at the receiver and is detected based on analysis of a correlation peak pattern. A request/response protocol provides reliable transfer of data using message redundancy, retransmission, and/or robust modulation modes dependent on the communication channel conditions.	12-10-2009

Georg Frank, Lengenwang DE

Gregor Frank, Essen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100146985	High Temperature-Resistant Sealing Assembly, Especially for Gas Turbines - The invention relates to a high temperature-resistant sealing assembly comprising a sealing segment and a component border which is connected to the sealing segment. A flexible sealing element is provided in order to joining the sealing segment and the component border. The invention is characterized in that the flexible sealing element compensates both thermal expansions and relative movements of the component border and the components resting against the sealing segment. The flexible sealing element and the sealing segment are subject to little wear and have a long service life. The invention further relates to a combustion chamber that is equipped with a high temperature-resistant sealing assembly as well as a gas turbine encompassing such a combustion chamber.	06-17-2010

Gudrun Frank, Ottersberg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100049596	COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHOD FOR THE AUTOMATED CALIBRATION OF AT LEAST ONE COMPETENCE TOPOLOGY OF A POSITION/JOB WHICH IS OCCUPIED AND/OR TO BE OCCUPIED WITH THE COMPETENCE TOPOLOGY OF ONE OR MORE CANDIDATES, AND ARRANGEMENT FOR CARRYING OUT THE METHOD - The invention relates to a computer-implemented method for automated calibration of at least one competence topology of a position/vacancy which is filled and/or to be filled with the competence topology of one or more candidates, characterised by the following steps: a) carrying out a requirement analysis with regard to the competence fields which are required and/or desirable for the position which is filled and/or to be filled, b) converting the data of the requirement analysis determined in step a) into digital data, c) generating at least one competence topology for the position which is filled or to be filled to fix the competence level, d) preparing a position-specific, individual inquiry sheet or inquiry sheet set, e) filling out the inquiry sheet or inquiry sheet set by the candidates, wherein inquiry of the data is effected by means of electronic data transfer, f) data evaluation and generation of a candidate-specific competence topology, and g) assessing the candidate-specific competence topology and calibration of the same with the competence topology of the position/vacancy which is filled or to be filled, wherein steps b), c), d), f) and g) are executed automatically in computer-assisted manner. Furthermore, the invention relates to an arrangement for carrying out the method.	02-25-2010

Haass Frank, Erzhausen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100282285	EXTRUSION PROCESS FOR PREPARING IMPROVED THERMOELECTRIC MATERIALS - For a process for reducing the thermal conductivity and for increasing the thermoelectric efficiency of thermoelectric materials based on lead chalcogenides or skutterudites, the thermoelectric materials are extruded at a temperature below their melting point and a pressure in the range from 300 to 1 000 MPa.	11-11-2010

Harald Frank, Marktzeuln DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080211273	Triggering device - The present invention relates to a an actuation unit having a triggering device for the moving of a headrest into a predetermined position, with the triggering device comprising a pyrotechnic gas generator and a triggering member which is movable from a blocking position into a release position.	09-04-2008

Harald Frank, Giessen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090152325	Method for consolidating and sealing a tube - The invention refers to a procedure for consolidating and sealing a tube, whereby the tube is positioned between a sonotrode and an associated anvil of an ultrasonic welding device, the sonotrode being activated and displaced relative to the counter electrode for consolidating and sealing the tube. In order to enable automatic consolidating and sealing of a tube without individually entering the data of the tube into an ultrasonic welding device in advance, the following steps are proposed:	06-18-2009

Helga Frank, Bergisch Gladbach DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090165648	Method and Apparatus for Electrostatically Charging and Separating Particles That Are Difficult to Separate - The subject matter of the invention are electrostatic filter method and electrostatic filter for separating particles from industrial waste gases, whereas an optimal electric charging or ionization in the ionization zone are performed in a high-voltage zone and its unchanged ducts with one high-voltage supply source to ensure the subsequent particle separation in the separation zone at sufficient field strength which requires minimal energy input.	07-02-2009

Hendrik Frank, Erkelenz DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080289527	Device and Method for Correcting Lateral Position of a Printing Substrate - A device for correcting the lateral position of a printing substrate, preferably a sheet of paper, held by a gripper bar and conveyed in a transporting direction has a linear drive that includes a first primary part and a first secondary part configured as a first carriage and associated with the first primary part, and a second secondary part configured as a second carriage. The first carriage and the second carriage are arranged on the same side of the printing substrate in the lateral direction and—to correct the position of the printing substrate in the lateral direction—are movable relative to each other in the direction of transport. Such a device may be used for transporting printing substrates and for correcting the register position of printing substrates in machines for processing printing substrates, preferably printing presses or machines for the further processing of printed products. The relative movement of the two carriages with respect to each other initiates a lateral movement of the gripper bar without influencing the advancement of the printing substrate.	11-27-2008
20090013884	SHEET PUNCHING AND EMBOSSING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR ORIENTING THE SHEETS - A method of orienting a sheet in a sheet punching and embossing machine and a sheet punching and embossing machine includes at least one processing station, a machine control system and a sheet transport system including circulating gripper carts with gripper bridges on which grippers are secured. The sheet is gripped and moved through the machine by the grippers. The sheet transport system includes circulating chains. The gripper carts include travel carts which are connected to the sheet transport system, and the gripper carts stop at a respective processing station to process the sheet. The gripper bridge of a gripper cart is connected by spring elements to the travel carts, and the gripper bridge includes a contact surface which can be brought into contact with at least one driven adjustment element of a respective processing station to orient the sheet in the processing station and to lower the gripper bridge into the processing stations.	01-15-2009

Hendrik Frank, Heidelberg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100147167	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CORRECTING THE LATERAL POSITION OF A PRINTING MATERIAL, PRINTING MATERIAL CONVEYING SYSTEM AND MACHINE PROCESSING PRINTING MATERIAL - A method for correcting the lateral position of a printing material, includes gripping the printing material with a transport unit, rotating the transport unit in a lateral position correction angular range for correcting the lateral position of the printing material, and rotating the transport unit out of the lateral position correction angular range while retaining the correction of the lateral position of the printing material. An apparatus for correcting the lateral position of a printing material, a printing material conveying system and a machine for processing printing material, are also provided.	06-17-2010

Hubertus Frank, Horchstadt DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090324153	Element for sealing two parts that can be rotated in relation to one another - The invention relates to an element (	12-31-2009

Hubertus Frank, Hochstadt DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100067838	ROLLING BEARING ARRANGEMENT - The invention is directed to a rolling bearing arrangement comprising two annular elements that are arranged mutually concentrically and at least regionally inside each other, for connection each to a respective one of two oppositely rotatable system components, and comprising a gap between said connecting elements, such that they are able to rotate in opposite directions about an imaginary axis located at the center of the annular connecting elements and extending approximately perpendicular to the ring plane, wherein at least two rows of rolling bodies are provided in the region of the gap between the connecting elements, wherein the annular connecting elements completely or partially overlap each other in the radial direction and one or more raceways for rolling bodies are arranged in radially overlapping regions of the annular connecting elements, in such a way that the contact angle which the connecting line between the centers of the points of contact of a rolling body with its two raceways makes with the ring plane is equal to or greater than 75°, and wherein the rolling bodies of at least one row have a contact angle of 15° or less.	03-18-2010

Ingolf Frank, Freising DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080313485	DATA PIPELINE WITH LARGE TUNING RANGE OF CLOCK SIGNALS - The invention relates to a data pipeline comprising a first stage with a data input for receiving a digital data input signal, a clock input and a data output, and a first bi-stable element being adapted to be switched in response to an edge of a first clock signal, and a dynamic latch stage comprising an input transfer element, and a second bi-stable element coupled between the input transfer element and a dynamic latch data output, wherein the input transfer element is adapted to be switched by a second clock signal and a delayed second clock signal, which is delayed with respect to the second clock signal by a first period of time being shorter than half a period of the second clock signal, such that the input transfer element allows signal transfer only during the first period of time.	12-18-2008

Jaschinskin Frank, Obertraubling DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100249135	SULFONAMIDES AND THEIR USE AS A MEDICAMENT - The present invention relates to the use of a sulfonamide compound of formula (I): wherein R	09-30-2010

Joachim Frank, Coburg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100205948	DEVICE FOR INTRODUCING A LIQUID REDUCING AGENT INTO AN EXHAUST GAS OF A COMBUSTION SYSTEM	08-19-2010
20100257842	METHOD FOR DETECTING THE MINIMUM OPENING TIME OF A REDUCING AGENT FEED DEVICE IN AN EXHAUST GAS AFTERTREATMENT SYSTEM COMPRISING AN SCR CATALYST - In a method for adapting the reducing agent feed in an exhaust gas aftertreatment system having an SCR catalyst for removing nitrogen oxides from the exhaust gas of an internal combustion engine and at least one reducing agent feed device, the minimum opening time of the reducing agent feed device is determined during operation and while suspending nitrogen emission, carrying out the following steps: a) the opening time of the reducing agent feed device is gradually prolonged until b) a reducing agent-sensitive sensor in the exhaust gas aftertreatment system detects a reducing agent signal. An exhaust gas aftertreatment system is designed accordingly for carrying out the method and a device is designed for controlling an exhaust gas aftertreatment system.	10-14-2010
20110089459	OPTOELECTRONIC APPARATUS - An optoelectronic apparatus includes an optical device with an optical structure including a plurality of optical elements, and a radiation-emitting or radiation-receiving semiconductor chip with a contact structure which includes a plurality of contact elements that make electrical contact with the semiconductor chip and are spaced apart vertically from the optical structure, wherein the contact elements are arranged in interspaces between the optical elements upon a projection of the contact structure into the plane of the optical structure.	04-21-2011

Juergen Frank, Landenburg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100138508	MESSAGING PROTOCOL IN ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS - Methods and apparatus, including computer systems and program products implementing a messaging protocol. The messaging protocol may be a messaging protocol for transporting a message across a messaging landscape in a collaborative network. Techniques include sending a message that is defined to include a structured message header with information related to at least one component from a set of components defined by a protocol, including protocol version information in a message such that a component of a messaging landscape can interpret the message based on the version information, defining a message as one of a class of messages, end-to-end acknowledgement for messages, and security for headers and payloads of messages.	06-03-2010

Linsenmaier Frank, Weinstadt DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090314968	IMAGING SYSTEM, SENSOR UNIT WITH AN IMAGING SYSTEM AND VEHICLE MIRROR COMPRISING AN IMAGING SYSTEM - The invention relates to an imaging system comprising an imaging sensor and an optical path for transmitting optical information collected in at least one field of view to the imaging sensor. The at least two optical paths are coupled to a jointly useable optical lens of an optical sensor unit by deflecting at least once a main optical axis of at least one of the optical paths.	12-24-2009

Manfred Frank, Nittendorf DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110074040	Semiconductor Device And Method For Making Same - One or more embodiments may relate to a method for making a semiconductor structure, the method including: forming an opening at least partially through a workpiece; and forming an enclosed cavity within the opening, the forming the cavity comprising forming a paste within the opening.	03-31-2011

Margit Frank, Berlin DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080281553	Object-Tracking and Situation-Analysis System - A situation analysis system for detecting and tracking moving objects within a limited space over a predetermined time period and for analyzing object combinations and episodes in relation to time as well as situations during the period of time, includes at least one tracking unit which has at least one sub-unit which is arranged and oriented to detect the limited space and moving and stationary objects disposed therein,	11-13-2008

Martin Frank, Dirmstein DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090090874	MARKING METHOD FOR THE REJECT MARKING OF TEST ELEMENTS - The test elements are provided that are adapted to detect at least one analyte in a sample. At least some of the test elements are provided with a defect marking which contains information about defectiveness of the test elements. The test elements include at least one radiation-sensitive material. The test elements are exposed to at least one radiation, the radiation being adapted to induce marking in the form of at least one optically detectable change in the radiation-sensitive material.	04-09-2009
20100278693	TEST ELEMENT FOR ANALYZING BODY FLUIDS - An analytical test element for determining an analyte in a body fluid comprises a detection area in which the analyte is detected and an application site at which the body fluid can be applied to the test element. The application site is spaced apart from the detection area, wherein at least some of the body fluid applied to the application site moves from the application site to the detection area. The test element also comprises a contamination area which at least partially adjoins the application site, wherein an adhesive substance is applied to at least part of the contamination area of the test element. The adhesive substance adheres to the contamination area of the test element and is able to interact with an excess amount of applied body fluid such that at least some of the body fluid adheres to the test element and thereby an excess amount of body fluid remains in the contamination area. An additional embodiment provides for test elements which, after use, can be stored in a storage container. Another embodiment provides for the production of the test elements.	11-04-2010

Martin Frank, Muehlacker DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090152887	FLAP CONFIGURATION - A flap configuration has a flap for closing a receptacle and a closing slide guided displaceably parallel to the flap plane in the closing slide guide. The closing slide is inserted with one end into a latching opening in a wall and brought out of engagement with the latching opening by a closing slide drive against a spring force by way of a latch element guided in the latching opening. In an opposite receptacle wall from the latching opening, a guide opening is positioned coaxially with the latching opening and the closing slide guide. In the latching opening, a closing latch biased in the direction of the closing slide is guided, and engages, when the flap is latched in place, in an open end of the closing slide guide. The closing slide drive unlatches the flap.	06-18-2009

Martin Frank, Aachen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090185875	Machining Tool and Method For The Production Thereof - The invention relates to a machining tool having a determined or non-determined cut and to a method for the production thereof. The tool is provided with a hard metal substrate (	07-23-2009

Martin Werner Frank, Schwalbach DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080312624	Tri-Folded Disposable Absorbent Article, Packaged Absorbent Article, And Array of Packaged Absorbent Articles With Substantially Continuously Distributed Absorbent Particulate Polymer Material - A tri-folded disposable absorbent article comprising a substantially cellulose free absorbent core located in a chassis between a topsheet and a backsheet and comprising absorbent particulate polymer material. An array of absorbent article packages comprising disposable absorbent articles comprising a substantially cellulose free absorbent core is also disclosed.	12-18-2008

Matthias Frank, Dresden DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090103800	COORDINATE SYSTEM CONVERTER - A coordinate system converter efficiently converts coordinates of one coordinate system to a different coordinate system. A base system library module provides a common platform where different algorithms based on different coordinate systems can “shake hands” or be integrated into an overall conversion process in a manner that is transparent to each other. The number of supported coordinate systems can be dynamically extended without changing software to support different tools.	04-23-2009
20090106002	PROCESS SIMULATION FRAMEWORK - A process analysis and simulation framework is configured with several adaptable libraries that provide a user with the ability to select plug-in modules that are applicable to a particular process simulation. The user may add or remove modules to configure the framework with specific functionality and parameters according to the needs of a particular process simulation. The plug-in modules may execute individually or dependencies may be established between multiple plug-in modules. A simulation engine executes the process simulation to determine an optimized solution for the data. The data used in the execution of the process simulation may be manually input, provided by the plug-in modules, or retrieved from external sources. The output of the process simulation is displayed to the user and stored in a file or a database for future use. Thus, the stored output may be used in a subsequent process simulation to progressively refine an application.	04-23-2009

Mirko Frank, Pfaffenweiler DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090136815	SENSOR FUEL CELL - The invention relates to a sensor fuel cell that can be activated by a first substance (O	05-28-2009
20090188316	Resistive Hydrogen Sensor - A resistive hydrogen sensor has at least two electrical connections and at least one resistance layer containing at least one suitable material for incorporating hydrogen, via which the electrical connections are connected to each other. The resistance layer adjoins at least one interface on a contact layer, which contains at least one chemical element from the fourth subgroup of the periodic table and/or carbon. The contact layer connected in series between the electrical connections to the resistance layer.	07-30-2009

Mirko Frank, Freiburg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090325038	FUEL CELL AND PROCES FOR MANUFACTURING A FUEL CELL - The present invention pertains to a fuel cell with a storage unit (	12-31-2009

Oliver Frank, Anger DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110094488	STABILIZING DEVICE - The invention relates to a device for stabilising a launcher, in particular during the firing of camouflage bodies and decoy flares or other systems, in which the vibrations can build up, subjecting them to shocks. According to the invention, a stabiliser (	04-28-2011

Paul Frank, Koln DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100213342	RAIL SYSTEM AND VEHICLE SEAT - A rail system for a vehicle seat comprises at least one profiled fitting part and at least one cross member. The cross member is arranged perpendicular to a main direction of travel. The at least one fitting part completely surrounds the cross member. The cross member is able to be moved in relation to the fitting part perpendicular to the main direction of travel. Rolling bodies guide the cross member in the interior of the fitting part, and are arranged between the cross member and the fitting part.	08-26-2010

Peter Frank, Floh-Seligenthal DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100054882	COUNTERBALANCED BORING TOOL WITH CLAMPING DEVICE - The invention concerns a boring tool comprising a main tool body and a tool holder which is adjustable relative thereto, as well as a counterweight coupled to the tool holder in such a way that upon a movement of the tool holder in one direction a movement of the counterweight occurs substantially in the opposite direction, wherein both the tool holder and also the counterweight are respectively arranged at least in part in a bore in the main tool body. To provide a boring tool of the above-mentioned kind which is suitable in particular for high rotary speeds, which is advantageous in terms of manufacture and which in addition provides a reliable precise balancing function, it is proposed in accordance with the invention that the main tool body has a clamping device, by means of which the main tool body can be elastically deformed so that both the tool holder and also the counterweight are respectively clamped in the bore.	03-04-2010
20100061819	COUNTERBLANCED BORING TOOL - The invention concerns a boring tool comprising a main tool body and a tool holder which is adjustable relative thereto, as well as a counterweight coupled to the tool holder in such a way that upon a movement of the tool holder in one direction a movement of the counterweight occurs substantially in the opposite direction, wherein both the tool holder and also the counterweight are respectively arranged at least in part in a bore in the main tool body. To provide a boring tool of the above-mentioned kind which is suitable in particular for high rotary speeds, which is advantageous in terms of manufacture and which in addition provides a reliable precise balancing function, it is proposed in accordance with the invention that a tool holder and a counterweight are arranged in the same bore in the main tool body.	03-11-2010

Reinhard Frank, Munchen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100124680	FUEL CELL SYSTEM OPERATED WITH LIQUID GAS - A fuel cell system comprises at least one fuel cell with a high-temperature polymer electrolyte membrane. The fuel cell is supplied with liquefied petroleum gas from a supply of liquefied petroleum gas. The liquefied petroleum gas can be directly fed into an anode reaction chamber of the fuel cell without complex reforming. Water vapor is admixed to the liquefied petroleum gas before it enters the anode reaction chamber.	05-20-2010

Ronald Frank, Meine Grassel DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080206182	Conjugates of a Polymer and a Protein Linked by an Oxime Group - The present invention relates to polymers functionalized by an aminooxy group or a derivative thereof, conjugates, wherein the functionalized polymers are covalently coupled with a protein by an oxime linking group, a process for preparing the functionalized polymers, a process for preparing the conjugates, functionalize polymers as obtainable by the process of the present invention, conjugates as obtainable by the process of the present invention, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one conjugate of the present invention and the use of said conjugates and compositions for the prophylaxis or therapy of the human or animal body.	08-28-2008
20080274948	Conjugates of Hydroxyalkyl Starch and G-Csf - The present invention relates to conjugates of hydroxyalkyl starch and a granulocyte colony stimulating factor protein (G-CSF) wherein these conjugates are formed by a covalent linkage between the hydroxyalkyl starch or a derivative of the hydroxyalkyl starch and the protein. The present invention also relates to the methods of producing these conjugates and the use of these conjugates.	11-06-2008
20090047251	Conjugates of hydroxyalkyl starch and a protein - Conjugates of hydroxyalkyl starch and a protein are provided herein. The conjugates are formed by a convalent linkage between the hydroxyalkyl starch or a derivative of the hydroxyalkyl starch and the protein. Methods of producing the conjugates and the use of the conjugates also are provided herein.	02-19-2009
20100062973	Production of bioactive glycoproteins from inactive starting material - A method for preparing a conjugate comprising a glycoprotein and a polymer or a derivative of said polymer, wherein the polymer is a hydroxyalkylstarch (HAS), the method comprising the steps a) reacting said glycoprotein with a modified polyol carrying attached thereto, by a covalent linkage, a functional group Z, in the presence of a transferase capable of catalysing formation of a covalent linkage between the glycoprotein and said modified polyol, yielding a glycoprotein covalently linked to a polyol carrying attached thereto, by a covalent linkage, at least one functional group Z, and b) reacting at least one functional group A of the polymer or the derivative thereof with the at least one functional group Z of the glycoprotein added to said glycoprotein during step a), and thereby forming a covalent linkage.	03-11-2010
20100311670	Conjugates of hydroxyalkyl starch and a protein, prepared by native chemical ligation - Conjugates of an active substance and hydroxyalkyl starch (HAS) are provided herein. The active substance and the HAS are linked by a chemical moiety having a structure according to formula (I) wherein Y is O or S, and X is SH or (F). The conjugate has a structure according to formula (IV) wherein HAS′ is a residue of HAS or a derivative thereof linked to the thioester group, and AS′ is a residue of the active substance or derivative thereof linked to the alpha-X beta-amino group; or a structure according to formula (V) wherein HAS′ is a residue of HAS or derivative thereof linked to the alpha-X beta-amino group, and AS′ is a residue of the active substance or derivative thereof linked to the thioester group, and wherein the group —(C═Y) is derived from the thioester group —(C═Y)—S—R′ and the group HN—CH—CH	12-09-2010

Ronald Frank, Meine DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100144822	Use of Inhibitors of the Degradation of P27, in Particular Argyrin and Derivatives Thereof, for the Treatment of Proliferative Diseases - The present invention relates to the use of particular macrocycles that are inhibitors of the proteasomic degradation of p27, in particular Argyrin and derivatives thereof, preferably Argyrin A, for the treatment of proliferative diseases, such as cancer, as well as the derivatization of said macrocycles.	06-10-2010

Rudiger Frank, Haigerloch DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110019194	Turbidity measuring device and a method for determing a concentration of a turbidity-causing material - A turbidity measuring device having a four-beam, alternating light arrangement for registering turbidity of a measured medium includes first and second light sources L	01-27-2011
20110043807	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TURBIDITY MEASUREMENT - A method for turbidity measurement in a measured medium uses a turbidity sensor, which comprises at least a first and a second emitter and at least a first and a second detector. The first and the second emitters are excited one after the other to produce light signals directed into the measured medium; wherein each light signal travels along a first propagation path through the measured medium to the first detector, and is converted by such into a first detector signal; and travels along a second propagation path through the measured medium to the second detector, and is converted by such into a second detector signal. A turbidity value is ascertained based on the first and the second detector signals; wherein, by means of at least one additional detector, to which at least one of the light signals travels along an additional propagation path, an additional detector signal is ascertained, and, on the basis of the additional detector signal, the turbidity value is checked as regards its plausibility.	02-24-2011

Rüdiger Frank, Haigerloch DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110019194	Turbidity measuring device and a method for determing a concentration of a turbidity-causing material - A turbidity measuring device having a four-beam, alternating light arrangement for registering turbidity of a measured medium includes first and second light sources L	01-27-2011

Simon Frank, Tengen/watterdingen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100148527	PROFILED ELEMENT FOR FASTENING A BUMPER TO LONGITUDINAL BEAMS OF A VEHICLE, AND METHOD THEREFOR - Disclosed is a profiled element (	06-17-2010

Stefan Frank, Bingen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110131284	MESSAGE RECEPTION - Apparatus for handling received messages, the apparatus comprising: a communication-interface controller operable on behalf of a processor to intercept and screen received messages on the fly portion-by-portion during reception, and to submit those messages determined to have passed such screening to the processor for processing.	06-02-2011

Stefan Frank, Iserlohn DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110118073	POWER SPLIT TRANSMISSION - The present invention relates to a power split transmission for a motor vehicle, having a mechanical and a hydrostatic power branch (	05-19-2011

Steffen Frank, Wernigerode DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080318761	Process for the Preparation of Mixed Oxides by Means of Spray Pyrolysis - The present invention relates to a novel process for the preparation of compact, spherical mixed oxide powders having an average particle size of <10 μm by spray pyrolysis, and to the use thereof as phosphor, as base material for phosphors or as starting material for ceramic production or for the preparation of high-density, high-strength and optionally transparent bulk material by means of hot-pressing technology.	12-25-2008

Thomas Frank, Neuburg/donau DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100072791	ADJUSTABLE VEHICLE HEAD RESTRAINT ASSEMBLY FOR A VEHICLE SEAT - A vehicle head restraint system for a vehicle seat has a support rod with a lateral portion. A head restraint is moveable relative to the lateral portion in a fore/aft direction. A first locking plate and a second locking plate are each moveably mounted to the head restraint to engage the support rod to lock the head restraint relative to the support rod. A rotary link is pivotally connected to the head restraint and interconnects the first and second locking plates. A biasing member is mounted to at least one of the first and second locking plates to bias the head restraint towards a retracted position. An actuator on the head restraint moves one of the first and second locking plates. The rotary link moves the other of the first and second locking plates for disengaging the first and second locking plates from the support rod.	03-25-2010

Thomas Frank, Allershausen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090146479	SEAT ASSEMBLY HAVING AN ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT ASSEMBLY - A seat assembly having a headrest for supporting the head of a seat occupant. The seat assembly includes a seat back, a support post disposed on the seat back, a headrest being moveably disposed on the support post, and a latch mechanism moveable between a latched position and an unlatched position. The headrest is simultaneously moveable in multiple directions when the latch mechanism is disposed in the unlatched position.	06-11-2009

Thomas Frank, Niederbrechen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090114905	Organic electrical or electric component with increased lifetime - In order to increase the lifetime of organic electrical or electronic components, the invention provides an organic electrical or electronic component comprising at least one organic functional layer, wherein the component contains an (e-v) quenching substance for singlet oxygen.	05-07-2009

Thomas Frank, Lauf DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110103024	Power Semiconductor Module - A power semiconductor module in which a substrate is provided with at least one power semiconductor and has first and second contact areas, wherein a first load connection element with first contact elements provided thereon is supported on the first contact areas and a second load connection element with second contact elements provided thereon is supported on the second contact areas. Wherein at least one spring element is provided for producing a pressure contact between the contact elements and the contact areas. To reduce the structural size of the module, the pressure contact between the contact elements and the contact areas is exerted by at least one electrical component arranged between the spring element and one of the load connection elements.	05-05-2011

Thomas A. Frank, Niederbrechen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100156276	LARGE-AREA OLEDS FEATURING HOMOGENEOUS EMISSION OF LIGHT - The present invention relates to an OLED which has at least a substrate, a (1st) electrode having at least one lead, at least one organic light-emitting layer, and a (2nd) electrode having at least one lead, where at least either the substrate and the (1st) electrode, the (2nd) electrode or the substrate, the (1st) electrode and the (2nd) electrode are transparent, which is characterised in that at least one conductive layer is arranged between the (1st) electrode and the organic light-emitting layer or the (2nd) electrode and the light-emitting layer in such a way that the structure of the counterelectrode is cut out of the conductive layer, and that the conductive layer essentially surrounds the structure of the counterelectrode, where the position(s) of the at least one lead of the counterelectrode is/are cut out, to processes for the production thereof, and to the use thereof.	06-24-2010

Thorsten Frank, Duisburg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080202629	Two-Step-Process for Filling Gas Containers for Airbag Systems and Gas Filling Device for a Two-Step-Filling Process - The invention concerns a process respectively a device for filling a high pressure gas container (	08-28-2008

Uwe Frank, Windischenbach DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090217505	Gun Rivet - The invention relates to a gun rivet and a device for placing said rivet. The gun rivet contains a rivet head (	09-03-2009
20090217507	Blind Rivet and Associated Device - The invention relates to a blind rivet and a device for placing said rivet. The blind rivet contains a rivet head with a collar at one end and a rivet tip at the other. The rivet body contains a cavity in the form of a bore in a sleeve section. As with other blind rivets, the blind rivet is inserted into an opening in two sheets that are to be joined together, until the collar comes to rest on the upper face of the upper sheet. In a second step, the part of the rivet body or the rivet head that lies on the rear face of the two sheets is deformed with the aid of a hammer or expanding body, which is advanced with a percussive-type action in the same direction. A device for placing a rivet of this type contains a part that can be pushed forwards with a percussive-type action, said part consisting of a hammer for exerting pressure on the expansion body.	09-03-2009

Uwe Frank, Pfedelbach-Windischenbach DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110033264	Fastening Element - The invention proposes a blind fastening element, which is constructed similarly to a screw. The fastening element thus has a head (	02-10-2011

Uwe Ernest Frank, Konz DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110034619	METHOD OF PROCESSING RUBBER COMPOSITION, RUBBER COMPOSITION AND PNEUMATIC TIRE - The present invention is directed to a method of processing a rubber composition, comprising the steps of	02-10-2011

Uwe Ernst Frank, St. Wendel DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090048400	Method for Making Tire with Black Sidewall and Tire Made by the Method - The present invention is directed to a method for maintaining the black sidewall appearance of a tire, comprising the step of fabricating the tire with a rubber sidewall compound comprising 100 parts by weight of at least one diene based rubber; from 10 to 70 parts by weight, per 100 parts by weight of diene based rubber (phr) of a rubber process oil selected from the group consisting of aromatic, paraffinic, naphthenic, vegetable oils other than castor oil, and low PCA oils including MES, TDAE, SRAE and heavy naphthenic oils; and from 0.5 to 3 parts by weight, per 100 parts by weight of diene based rubber (phr) of a triglyceride derived from fatty acids comprising at least 80 percent by weight of at least one of ricinoleic acid and 12-hydroxy stearic acid.	02-19-2009
20090062435	Tire with Component Containing Asphaltene - The present invention is directed to a pneumatic tire including at least one component, the at least component including a rubber composition, the rubber composition including 100 parts by weight of a diene based elastomer and from 1 to 20 parts by weight, per 100 parts by weight of elastomer (phr), of a solvent-extracted asphaltene.	03-05-2009

Uwe Ernst Frank, Wendel DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100139829	TIRE WITH INNERLINER CONTAINING TALC AND EPICHLOROHYDRIN RUBBER - The present invention is directed to a pneumatic tire comprising a carcass and an innerliner in direct contact with the carcass, the innerliner comprising a rubber composition comprising:	06-10-2010

Uwe Ernst Frank, Konz DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110152434	TIRE WITH COMPONENT CONTAINING COMBINED HIGH STRUCTURE SILICA AND LOW STRUCTURE SILICA - The present invention is directed to a pneumatic tire comprising at least one component, the at least one component comprising a rubber composition comprising:	06-23-2011

Walter Frank, Wuppertal DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110082312	PRODUCTION OF COMPOUNDS COMPRISING CF30 GROUPS - The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of compounds containing CF	04-07-2011

Walter Frank, Munchen DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090132241	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR REDUCING A VOICE SIGNAL NOISE - A method is provided whereby, before being subjected to a low rate voice coding, an incoming digital voice signal is chronologically segmented into blocks, the blocks are broken down respectively, in chronological order, into frequency components by a transformation in the frequency range and the frequency components are multiplied by weight factors depending on the frequency and modifiable in time, a frequency component being multiplied by the last weight factor calculated for the frequency component if the factor is less than the current weight factor.	05-21-2009

Werner Jakob Frank, Bergisch-Gladbach DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090165648	Method and Apparatus for Electrostatically Charging and Separating Particles That Are Difficult to Separate - The subject matter of the invention are electrostatic filter method and electrostatic filter for separating particles from industrial waste gases, whereas an optimal electric charging or ionization in the ionization zone are performed in a high-voltage zone and its unchanged ducts with one high-voltage supply source to ensure the subsequent particle separation in the separation zone at sufficient field strength which requires minimal energy input.	07-02-2009

Wilhelm G. Frank, Jena DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100317045	COMPOUNDS USED AS DYES COMPERABLE TO ALEXA FLUOR 350 DYES - Compounds used as dyes comperable to Alexa Fluor 350 dyes. The inventive compounds have high fluorescence quantum yield and high photostability. The dyes facilitate analysis of biological structures with enhanced sensitivity and selectivity.	12-16-2010

Willy Frank, Bad Lauchstäldt DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090217526	METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ADSORPTION HEAT EXCHANGER - The invention relates to a method for producing an adsorption heat exchanger, which is characterized by the following Steps: producing a heat exchanger structure; forming an adhesive layer (	09-03-2009

Willy Frank, Bad Lauchstäldt DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090217526	METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ADSORPTION HEAT EXCHANGER - The invention relates to a method for producing an adsorption heat exchanger, which is characterized by the following Steps: producing a heat exchanger structure; forming an adhesive layer (	09-03-2009

Wolfram Frank, Bamberg DE

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080224530	Bicycle Multi-Speed Hub - A multi-speed hub for cantilever mounting to a bicycle frame generally includes a planetary gear mechanism, a hub shaft, a hub shell, a spoke shell, a driver and a driven gear. The hub shell is cantilever-mounted to the bicycle frame and configured to enclose the planetary gear mechanism and the hub shaft. The spoke shell, driver and driven gear are rotatably supported by the hub shell One end of the hub shaft is indirectly supported by the hub shell and the other end of the hub shaft is fixed to the bicycle frame.	09-18-2008