Tomography or X-ray CT fluoroscopy reduced in exposure to radiation in an X-ray CT apparatus or an X-ray CT fluoroscopic apparatus is to be substantialized. A channel-direction X-ray collimator or a beam forming X-ray filter is positionally controlled in the channel direction to carry out X-ray data acquisition while irradiation with X-rays limited to only the region of interest. Either the profil...

A method for forming a crack which can precisely form a crack in a desired direction in substrates made of brittle materials even if the substrate of a large size is placed apart from a correct reference position on the scribe table. According to this method, a crack formation presumed line M is formed following the position separated from a beam travel line L, which is the track of the movement ...

The apparatus has a protective screen (22) comprising a rectangular panel (23) maintained in a fixed position between the path of an X-ray emitter and the head of a patient at the time of a tomographic examination during which the emitter is driven in rotation. The screen is maintained between the emitter and the head during radiographic imaging. The panel is integrated to an end of a pantograph w...

The invention relates to an electromagnetic actuator comprised of a mobile assembly, a fixed ferromagnetic stator assembly, at least one electric field coil, and of at least one permanent magnet, having two stable positions of equilibrium without current at its ends of travel. The invention is characterized in that the mobile assembly has two distinct ferromagnetic armatures placed on both sides o...

A method for using promotional programs and merchant values is disclosed. In one example, the method includes receiving an authorization request message including a merchant verification value through a payment processing network, where the authorization request message is associated with a purchase by a consumer. A merchant-specific promotional program is then determined using the merchant verifi...

A system for distributing packages and channels to a device includes associating weights with the packages and channels. The default ordering of packages on a device display and the default ordering of channels on a program guide is determined according to the weights. In addition, the weights may be used to differentiate functions and conditions that apply to packages and channels.

The present invention is to provide individual and payment information to a service server by recognizing whether the service server is to be trusted when individual identification information provided by a user is received from the service server. So, the invention provides an authentication method of the service server and a payment method by using the same, which can prevent the individual iden...

A method for using promotional programs and merchant values is disclosed. In one example, the method includes receiving an authorization request message including a merchant verification value through a payment processing network, where the authorization request message is associated with a purchase by a consumer. A merchant-specific promotional program is then determined using the merchant verifi...

The present invention is to provide individual and payment information to a service server by recognizing whether the service server is to be trusted when individual identification information provided by a user is received from the service server. So, the invention provides an authentication method of the service server and a payment method by using the same, which can prevent the individual iden...

The invention relates to the use of TGF-ß3, or agents having TGF-ß3 activity, to promote epithelial regeneration. Methods of manufacturing medicaments, and methods of promoting epithelial regeneration are both provided. In particular, the medicaments and methods of treatment of the invention are applicable to the promotion of epithelial regeneration in healthy patients, and/or in acute wounds.; La...

A method for cerebral and systemic cooling by providing a nebulized liquid having a boiling point of 38 - 300 °C. The nebulized liquid is delivered as a mist or a spray via the nasal and/or oral cavities of a patient. The mist causes cooling by direct heat transfer through the nasopharynx and hematogenous cooling through the carotids and the Circle of Willis. Compositions and medical devices for c...

A writing instrument has a main body having front and rear ends and a writing tip at the front end, and a cap detachably attachable to a front portion of the main body to cover the writing tip and detachably attachable to a rear portion of the main body. A first opening is provided in the rear portion of the main body, and a second opening is provided in the cap. The first and second openings are ...

An umbrella canopy extension (100) for attachment to an existing umbrella canopy (145) comprising at least one central extension rib (105) having a terminus (110), at least one pair of flanking extension ribs (115), and a cover (120) attached to each rib and extending therebetween. The cover (120) includes a pair of flanking areas (125) originating from a flanking rib (115) and terminating at a co...

A tire manufacturing assembly line (10) is disclosed which can be reconfigured for making different types of tires in shorter runs. The assembly line can interchangeably use components (A, B, C, D) from centralized preparation or integrated preparation, and interchangeably use storage reels (50) of any form from the centralized preparation.; La présente invention concerne une chaîne de montage (10...

The present invention is a hand held portable remote such as a key fob that allows a user to interact with the security system using a flat panel touch-pad. The touch-pad input allows a user to rapidly select and control a large number of security functions, such as Arm, Disarm, Panic, garage door open, lamp on/off, and lamp dimming control, etc. The security device comprises a housing, a wireless...

The present invention relates to a method of treating cancer in a subject in need thereof, by administering to a subject in need thereof a first amount of a histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or hydrate thereof, and a second amount of an anti-cancer agent. The HDAC inhibitor and the anti-cancer agent may be administered to comprise therapeutically effective ...

Device for continuously detecting surface characteristics of a sample surface at a tilt are disclosed. The exemplary system may have a conveying device for moving a sample surface (206, 406), a light source (202, 402) for reflecting a beam of light off the sample surface, and a light detector (208, 408) with a light detection surface for continuous light detection. A lens may receive the beam of l...

The invention relates to a protective outer container (10) for a pharmaceutical vial (50) including a shell (20), a collar (30), and a cap (40) that fit together to form a secure enclosure. The collar includes an outer wall (31) having a lower region (31a) that fits into the mouth of the shell (25), and an upper region (31b) that fits into the cap. A plurality of resiliently deformable fins (37) e...

A package for holding and disguising a chromatographic test of food and drink is formed in the shape of a drinking straw or stirrer. The package encloses test patches which are sensitive to particular drugs and produce a color change upon contact with the drug. The package has a view port or slit to observe the condition of the test strip upon contact with food and drink.; L'ensemble selon l'inven...

A system for distributing packages and channels to a device includes associating weights with the packages and channels. The default ordering of packages on a device display and the default ordering of channels on a program guide is determined according to the weights. In addition, the weights may be used to differentiate functions and conditions that apply to packages and channels.; L'invention c...