The invention relates to a method for closed sampling from filling plants comprising the following steps in: filling a sample quantity into a container (1) with a wall (3); applying a reinforcing element (20) to the container (1) with the wall; introducing a fracture point (22) into the wall of the container (1) in the area of the reinforcing element (20); introducing a sampling attachment (30) with hollow tube (40) into the wall of the container (1) in the area of the fracture point (22); filling a sample container (50) connected to the hollow tube (40) once or several times; removing the sample container (50) from the hollow tube (40) and closing the sample container (50); removing the sampling attachment (30) with hollow tube (40) from the container; and sealing the fracture point (22) of the container in the area of the reinforcing element (20).

The subject matter of the invention is also a sampling device, in particular for carrying out the method.

In a method for analyzing samples of a gas in a rotary cement kiln by at least one gas sampling probe, a first and a second gas sampling probe are provided, wherein the first gas sampling probe is moved so as to reach a sampling position, wherein gas samples are withdrawn from the kiln and analyzed by the first gas sampling probe being in the sampling position, while the second gas sampling probe is kept in a retracted position and is purged, whereupon the second gas sampling probe is moved so as to reach a sampling position, and the first gas sampling probe is moved from the sampling position to the retracted position and is purged, while gas samples are withdrawn from the kiln and analyzed by the second gas sampling probe being in the sampling position.

A headspace extraction and analysis method for volatile compounds can be performed in automatic mode in a HS-ITEX apparatus adapted to be additionally connectable to a vacuum source. The method includes extracting the headspace by sucking volatile compounds into a sorbent-containing trap followed by desorption into the injector of a GC-MS analyzer.

Various examples disclosed relate to a device for use in a disinfection process. The device can include, for example, a sampling assembly capable of a first position and a second position, wherein the sampling assembly is configured to be used inside a sterilization system. The sampling assembly can include a top portion, a bottom portion, at least one seal therebetween such that the top portion and the bottom portion form an airtight compartment when in the first position, a central pin running through the top portion and bottom portion, and an actuator configured to move the sampling assembly between the first position and the second position along the central pin during a portion of the disinfection process, such that the sampling assembly can collect a sample of atmosphere within the disinfection system.

Embodiments of the invention include systems and methods for capturing crowd wisdom to be tested for individualized treatment plans. These systems and methods include data mining crowd sourced health related information and unstructured medical narratives and storytelling to identify treatment plans and general techniques that individuals with chronic diseases/symptoms, including but not limited to IBD and other immune invisible neglected and stigmatized diseases, use to improve their general health and wellbeing. A system for testing the treatments effectiveness in a population and then in an individual is also disclosed.

A method analyses a gas dissolved in an insulating medium of a high-voltage device. The method includes: transferring the dissolved gas by an analysis device into a gas phase to obtain an analysis gas mixture; transporting the analysis gas mixture to an analysis sensor of the analysis device; generating a sensor signal as an output signal of the analysis sensor as a function of a composition of the analysis gas mixture; determining a first intermediate value based on the sensor signal and at least one disturbance value; determining a second intermediate value based on the first intermediate value and at least one specific value of the analysis device; and determining a value for a concentration of the dissolved gas in the insulating medium based on the second intermediate value.

A gas collecting apparatus for collecting gas generated in a secondary battery comprising an electrode assembly and a flexible pouch case containing the electrode assembly therein, the gas-collecting apparatus comprising an insert plate part including a through-hole and a pressing jig part having a gas moving path, and the gas-collecting apparatus capable of easily collecting the gas regardless of the standard size and shape of the secondary battery.

Disclosed is a system and method for extracting an air sample from a sealed package for subsequent analysis for a range of compounds of interest or concern within the package. The system includes a sampling head with an actuator and a needle. The needle has retracted and extended positions relative to the actuator. A vacuum ring and switch are included at the end of the actuator. The switch determines when the sampling head is in physical contact with a top surface of the sealed package. After contact has been made, the vacuum ring draws a vacuum to secure the sampling head in place upon the package. The needle can then be extended to puncture the package and withdraw a sample of air for testing. Testing can subsequently be undertaken via a range of chemical detection methodologies.

An off-gas detection system for mobile equipment includes an off-gas detection device, and a controller. The off-gas detection device is configured to removably couple with the mobile equipment. The off-gas detection device is configured to define a controlled flow path between an electrical energy storage device of the mobile equipment and an off-gas detector. The controller is configured to receive data from the off-gas detector regarding an air sample, determine a presence or concentration of off-gas within the air sample, and initiate one or more actions in response to determining the presence or concentration of off-gas in the air sample.

A detection system for an aircraft that includes at least one chemical sensor or an array of nanofiber chemical sensors for sensing an airborne material. The chemical sensor has an electrical characteristic that changes in the presence of the airborne material. The system further includes a processor coupled to the chemical sensor. The processor monitors electrical characteristic of the chemical sensor and generates a detection signal in response to a change in the electrical characteristic.