Loss of H2O from M + t-Butyl Complex Ions of Benzyl Alcohol in Isobutane Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry

In isobutane chemical ionization mass spectrometry benzyl alcohol exhibits ions at m/z 147 (‘M + 39’) that arise by a loss of H₂O from [M + C₄H₉]⁺, i.e. ‘M + 57’ complex ions. Electrophilic aromatic substitution of a proton at an ortho-position of neutral C₆H₅CH₂OH with [t-C₄H₉]⁺ and, alternatively, nucleophilic substitution of H₂O at the benzylic carbon in \documentclass{article}\pagestyle{empty}\begin{document}$ {\rm C_6 H_5 CH_2}\mathop {\rm O}\limits^+ {\rm H}_2 $\end{document} with CH₂?C (CH₃)₂ are discussed as possible pathways. Evidence in favor of the latter is derived from the analysis of C₆D₅CH₂OH and C₆H₅CD₂OH for the origin of the H-atoms lost in H₂O. The inferred ion structure of m/z 147 is verified by mass-analyzed ion kinetic energy (MIKE.) measurements of its collision-activated (CA.) decomposition. MIKE./CA. spectra of mass-selected m/z 147 ions, once generated by (CI(i-C₄H₁₀) from benzyl alcohol and, once, from 2-methyl-4-phenyl-2-butanol match closely and, thus, reflect identical ion structures. With reference to the simple genesis of this ion from the latter precursor, the structure in question can be concluded to be \documentclass{article}\pagestyle{empty}\begin{document}$ {\rm C_6 H_5 CH_2 CH_2}\mathop {\rm C}\limits^+ ({\rm CH}_3)_2 $\end{document} .     

Simultaneous acquisition of X-ray spectra using a multi-wire, position-sensitive gas flow detector

A multi-wire, gas-filled position-sensitive detector has been developed for the simultaneous recording of wavelength-dispersed X-ray signals that enables X-ray fluorescence spectrometry with a limited multi-element capability in the low Z element range. Details of the modular construction of the detector are given. The detector performance was characterized using Al–K radiation and a variable slit system. The detector has been applied in a laboratory spectrometer equipped with an electron source and a double multilayer mirror device as the wavelength-dispersing element. Spectra from Al and Si obtained in the simultaneous acquisition mode show good agreement with calculations performed using a ray-tracing model.     

Schatten properties,nuclearity and minimality of phase shift invariant spaces

We extend Feichtinger's minimality property on the smallest non-trivial time-frequency shift invariant Banach space, to the quasi-Banach case. Analogous properties are deduced for certain matrix spaces.We use these results to prove that the pseudo-differential operator $\mathrm{Op}(a)$ is a Schatten-q operator from $M^{\infty }$ to $M^p$ and r-nuclear operator from $M^{\infty }$ to $M^r$ when $a\in M^r$ for suitable p, q and r in $(0,\infty ]$.     

α-Diphenylphosphino-N-(pyrazin-2-yl)glycine as a ligand in Ni-catalyzed ethylene oligomerization

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Backstepping-based output regulation for systems with infinite-dimensional actuator and sensor dynamics

The output regulation problem is solved for an ODE plant driven by a parabolic actuator with spatially varying coefficients. Applying the backstepping transformation to the actuator allows the solution of the regulator equations in closed-form and thus the formulation of the solvability condition. An output feedback regulator is obtained by designing a disturbance observer using delayed measurement and a reference observer that both achieve finite-time convergence. (© 2016 Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

Novel Dithiolene Complexes and Tetrathiafulvalenes

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Novel dithiolene metal complexes, some of which absorb in the near infrared, and tetrathiafulvalenes, in particular tetraiodotetrathia- fulvalene, have been prepared, and their magnetic properties studied.     

APplication of Continuous Thermodynamics to the Stability of Polymer Systems. II

A determinant criterion for the critical state in solutions and mixtures of polydisperse polymers is established within the general framework of Gibbs theory. The treatment continues an earlier paper by considering more general Gibbs free energy relations: The function replacing the x-term in the classic Flory-Huggins equation is permitted to depend on a finite number of moments of the polymer distribution(s) so as to embrace most Gibbs free energy relations of practical use. The new criterion leads to a very large reduction of computer time and of needed storage capacity compared to the traditional Gibbs determinant criterion. Some relations known from the literature are shown to be special cases of the established new criterion.     

Equilibrium Topology and Partial Inversion of Janus Drops: A Numerical Analysis

The equilibrium topology of an aqueous Janus emulsion of two oils, O1 and O2, with water, W, [(O1+O2)/W], is numerically evaluated with the following realistic interfacial tensions (γ): γ_O2/W=5 mN m⁻¹, γ_O1/O2=1 mN m⁻¹, and γ_O1/W varies within the range 4–5 mN m⁻¹, which is the limiting range for stable Janus drop topology. The relative significance of the two independently pivotal factors for the topology is evaluated, that is, the local equilibrium at the line of contact between the three liquids and the volume fraction of the two dispersed liquids within the drop. The results reveal a dominant effect of the local equilibrium on the fraction of the O2 drop surface that is covered by O1. In contrast, for a constant volume of O2, the impact of the interfacial tension balance on the limit of the coverage is modest for an infinite volume of O1. Interestingly, when the O1 volume exceeds this value, an emulsion inversion occurs, and the O1 portion of the (O1+O2)/W topology becomes a continuous phase, generating a (W+O2)/O1 Janus configuration.     

Arraying Cell Cultures Using PEG‐DMA Micromolding in Standard Culture Dishes

A robust and effortless procedure is presented, which allows for the microstructuring of standard cell culture dishes. Cell adhesion and proliferation are controlled by three‐dimensional poly(ethylene glycol)‐dimethacrylate (PEG‐DMA) microstructures. The spacing between microwells can be extended to millimeter size in order to enable the combination with robotic workstations. Cell arrays of microcolonies can be studied under boundary‐free growth conditions by lift‐off of the PEG‐DMA layer in which the growth rate is accessible via the evolution of patch areas. Alternatively, PEG‐DMA stencils can be used as templates for plasma‐induced patterning.