Subcapsular perirenal pseudocysts are formed in cats by accumulation of transudate between the capsule and parenchyma of the kidney as a result of underlying parenchymal disease. Pseudocyst formation can occur at variable stages of renal dysfunction. Resection of the pseudocyst wall is usually effective in eliminating signs but does not stop progression of renal disease. The prognosis for cats with pseudocyst formation is related to the degree of renal dysfunction at time of diagnosis.

Lymphangiosarcoma was diagnosed in a 13‐year‐old castrated male terrier cross dog. Clinical and laboratory evaluation revealed concurrent hypovolaemia, hyponatraemia and hyperkalaemia. Plasma cortisol and aldosterone concentrations excluded hypoadrenocorticism as the cause of these changes. The laboratory abnormalities may be associated with isotonic fluid loss and a transient defect in renal potassium excretion.

The design of an electric drive system for a Ford truck is presented. The electric drive system is designed to have similar performance to the stock truck, a 2002 model year Ford F150, with a 4.2L 150kW (peak) gasoline-powered engine. The power capabilities of lithium batteries from two manufacturers have been measured to aid in designing a battery pack that can supply sufficient voltage, power and range. A prototype interior permanent magnet (IPM) synchronous machine has been designed that can produce the desired output power with the chosen battery pack and a commercial motor controller. Dynamometer test results are provided for the machine that demonstrates a close match to the predicted performance. Additionally, the other vehicle system components that must be electrified as well as the custom data acquisition and battery management systems are described.