Abstract: The process comprises contacting a cracked naphtha in a reaction zone under hydrodesulfurization conditions and in the presence of hydrogen with a catalyst comprising a hydrogenation component comprising a Group VIB metal and a Group VIII metal deposited on a solid support comprising magnesium oxide. The catalyst support may also comprise a refractory inorganic oxide, such as alumina. In the latter case, the catalyst support should contain at least 70 wt.% magnesium oxide to furnish a satisfactory embodiment of the catalyst.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a new composition of matter dibenzofuran-2,3,6,7,-tetracarboxylic acid dianhydride and polymers derived therefrom including polyamic acid or polyimide polymers formed from the reaction of the above dianhydride and a diamine. The claimed dianhydride finds use as an excellent cross-linking moiety. Condensation polymers derived from the dianhydride and diamines are useful in the production of films and fibers with good thermal stability.

Abstract: Secondary backing for a tufted carpet comprising a fabric with an open construction having an air permeability preferably of at least about 350 cfm of a synthetic yarn and a conductive spun yarn wherein said spun yarn comprises a conductive core fiber having a denier in the range of about 15 to about 25 and a maximum resistance of about 1 .times. 10.sup.10 ohms/centimeter around which core fiber is spun a nonconductive support fiber having a denier in the range of about 3 to 18. The conductive spun yarn can be in the warp and/or weft direction of said backing at an apparent weight density of conductive fiber as low as 0.6 grams/square meter and still dissipate a static charge to a value in kilovolts below about 4.5.

Abstract: A method and composition for fracturing a subterranean formation which comprises (1) contacting a subterranean formation with an aqueous liquid comprising a propping agent and a composition containing water, acrylamide:methacrylate copolymer cross-linked with chromium (III) ion, in presence of carbonate ion, oxalate ion, and, optionally, persulfate ion, (2) applying pressure to said liquid, (3) maintaining said pressure to fracture said formation, (4) and said gel breaking within 24 hours of gel formation.

Abstract: Process for preparing overbased magnesium sulfonate dispersions by hydrating at an elevated temperature a magnesium compound in the presence of an inert diluent, an alkanol, a sulfonic acid comprising a neutral ammonium sulfonate, and water, removing the alkanol and the displaced ammonia, and contacting the resulting mixture with an acidic material at a temperature of about 80.degree. F to 155.degree. F.

Abstract: A compound having the structure ##STR1## WHEREIN X+Y=4 AND X RANGES FROM 1 TO 3 AND Y RANGES FROM 1 TO 3 AND R.sub.1 comprises a hydrocarbyl group of about 1 to about 18 carbon atoms and R.sub.2 is a hydrocarbyl group of about 1 to 24 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Disclosed is a catalyst essentially free of platinum, comprising from about 0.1 to about 2 weight percent rhenium and about 0.1 to about 2 weight percent gallium supported on a solid inorganic refractory oxide. A hydrocarbon conversion process, such as catalytic reforming, is also disclosed wherein the process contacts the above described catalyst with a hydrocarbon stream boiling in the range of about 70.degree. F. to about 500.degree. F. and hydrogen. A two-step process is also disclosed wherein a platinum catalyst is first contacted with a hydrocarbon stream to achieve a partial conversion followed by contacting the above described catalyst to achieve further conversion.

Abstract: Plastic articles are made wherein an additive is introduced downstream of an injector.

Abstract: An improved process for preparing amide-imide polymers which at a percent solids of 98.+-.2% have a melt flow in the range of about 1 to about 200 g/10 min. by the addition of an effective amount of trimellitic acid anhydride to 4-trimellitoyl anhydride halide (4-TMAH) and one or more aromatic diamines during reaction in an organic solvent.

Abstract: Block copolymers containing styrene, alpha-methylstyrene, 3,4-dimethyl-alpha-methylstyrene and lauryl methacrylate are useful as viscosity index improvers in lubricating oils.

Abstract: Disclosed is a catalyst essentially free of platinum, comprising from about 0.1 to about 2 weight percent rhenium and about 0.1 to about 2 weight percent gallium supported on a solid inorganic refractory oxide. A hydrocarbon conversion process, such as catalytic reforming, is also disclosed wherein the process contacts the above described catalyst with a hydrocarbon stream boiling in the range of about 70.degree. F. to about 500.degree. F. and hydrogen. A two-step process is also disclosed wherein a platinum catalyst is first contacted with a hydrocarbon stream to achieve a partial conversion followed by contacting the above described catalyst to achieve further conversion.

Abstract: Method and machine for fabricating plasticboard wherein areas of bonding are created with localized heating and pressure.

Abstract: An improved process for desulfurization of cracked naphtha using a catalyst comprising a Group VIB metal in an amount of about 4 wt.% to about 6 wt.% and a Group VIII metal in an amount of about 0.5 wt.% to about 2 wt.% deposed on a solid support comprising at least 70 wt.% magnesium oxide, the amount of said Group VIB and Group VIII metals being based on the total weight of the catalyst and being calculated as the oxide of the respective metal.

Abstract: This invention provides a process for and products of the Mannich condensation reaction of oxidized olefinic polymers. The Mannich reaction is carried out in the presence of about 0.01 to 40.0% by weight of an oil soluble sulfonic acid based on the neat polymer. The sulfonic acid improves the properties of the oxidized oil soluble Mannich reaction product and catalyzes the Mannich condensation reaction.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the slurry backfilling of subterranean in situ oil shale retorts, especially the improvement comprising introducing a slurry of sand and water into the subterranean retort so as to form drainage paths for the removal of water from the slurry of spent shale and water.

Abstract: An improved lubricant composition comprises (A) a lubricant mineral oil base, (B) a Mannich condensation reaction product comprising the reaction product of an alkyl phenol, a polyamine and formaldehyde, (C) an alkaline earth metal salt of a Mannich condensation reaction product comprising the reaction product of alkyl phenol, formaldehyde and a polyamine, (D) an alkylbenzene alkaline earth metal sulfonate of low total base number, and (E) the alkaline earth metal salts of a bis-alkylphenol sulfide, (F) chlorinated paraffin, and (G) dimethyl siloxane polymer.

Abstract: High purity monomers, such as methyl p-hydroxymethylbenzoate, are produced by selective reduction of dicaboxylic acid monoesters with diborane. The resultant monomers are suitable for producing new polymers with improved physical properties.

Abstract: In the process of manufacturing a pipe by winding either resin-free or resin-impregnated filaments or roving onto a mandrel in layers wherein there are both a resin curing step and changes both in direction and angle of winding of said filaments between layers at fixed locations described hereinafter as wind-stops, the improvement comprising providing a means such as a deformable or movable insert that 1) is capable of substantially withstanding the compressive forces arising from the winding of said filaments or roving upon the mandrel and remaining substantially uneffected by any temperature arising during manufacture of said pipe, 2) is substantially inert to said resin composition, 3) yields to the compressive forces which can arise due to shrinkage of said pipe during said resin curing step, and 4) is adapted to permit said shrinkage so as to avoid the creation of strains in the longitudinal direction of said pipe.

Abstract: Vapor phase polymerization of an olefin which comprises conveying inactive high yield titanium catalyst component to a vapor phase polymerization reactor with a liquid comprising recycled quench liquid, reactivating said inactive high yield titanium catalyst component inside the reactor with a metal alkyl reducing agent and polymerizing olefin under gas phase polymerization conditions with reactivated high yield catalyst to form a resinous polymer of an olefin having a low level of catalyst residues.

Abstract: Solid state polymerization of relatively low I.V. polyester using a water-soluble anti-stick agent.