Abstract: An electrostatic fiber collecting and yarn spinning apparatus is substantially improved by adding a bowl-shaped electrode and changing the configuration of the electrodes so that the rotating electrode is substantially enclosed by the stationary electrode.

Abstract: A catalyst system composed of aluminum chlorhydroxide [Al.sub.2 (OH).sub.5 Cl] and hydrogen peroxide [H.sub.2 O.sub.2 ] is disclosed which through synergistic interaction of these components is highly efficient and effective in treatments of cellulose-containing textiles with formaldehyde-amide adduct crosslinking agents. Products with durable-press properties are produced through use of the new catalyst system in treatments employing flash curing conditions, i.e., short processing times at high temperatures, as well as in treatments employing curing temperatures down to 130.degree. C. with longer processing times. Unlike previously known synergistically activated catalyst systems based upon Al.sub.2 (OH).sub.5 Cl, the presently disclosed system utilizes the combination of Al.sub.2 (OH).sub.5 Cl with H.sub.2 O.sub.2, an oxidizing agent, rather than with an acid or a salt with latent acidic or Lewis acid properties.

Abstract: Strong base quaternary ammonium cellulose derivatives prepared under anhydrous conditions are further chemically modified in selected organic solvents by a sequential process that produces a partial cellulose ether in fibrous form that can be used in electro-chemical reactions covering a range of oxidation-reduction potentials. These new derivatives can be prepared such that they stabilize a given anion in the cellulose matrix until such time as its oxidation or reduction power is needed in desired chemical reactions. Although prepared in nonaqueous media, these red-ox cellulosic anion exchangers can be used to regulate oxidation-reduction reactions in aqueous media. Some of these new red-ox anion exchangers are dispersible in water and can be reprecipitated by organic solvents without losing their red-ox abilities during the process. Others are water insoluble.

Abstract: By combination and interaction of aerodynamic and mechanical forces, textile fibers are removed from a single source, transported, collected, blended, subdivided, and distributed in equal amounts to multiple remote locations, whereby the fibers are continuously assembled into uniform ribbons for subsequent textile processing or supplied directly to open-end spinning units.

Abstract: Glasslike materials have been produced by heating plumbite-treated cellulosics in a limited oxygen atmosphere while in contact with a glass or ceramic surface. Cotton-lace, knits, and other designs of cellulosic materials can be applied to glass or ceramic surfaces by process of this invention. Glass or ceramic materials have been joined together to form a strong bond by placing a piece of the plumbite-treated cellulosic material between the glasses and heating the assembly in a limited oxygen atmosphere. Etching of glass has also been achieved by process of this invention.

Abstract: By combination and interaction of mechanical and aerodynamic forces, textile fibers in the form of tufts are processed continuously by deposition into a hopper, subjected to an initial tuft-opening and cleaning apparatus, discharged as smaller tufts into another hopper wherein a constant level is maintained. The smaller tufts are then continuously formed into a lap and fed to a secondary opening and cleaning apparatus. Fibrous stock is pneumatically doffed and conveyed from this single source through a blending, subdividing and distributing means, in equal amounts through conduits to multiple remote locations for continuous assemblage into identical fibrous ribbons, fed to fiber individualizing means and subsequently to open-end spinning units for further processing into yarn.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for preparing milk-like products from peanuts. More particularly, this invention relates to a process whereby peanuts are heated, blanched, ground into a peanut flour and then heated in an aqueous solution to give a stable milk-like suspension.

Abstract: New mixed esters of diols having one hydroxyl group esterified with benzoic acid and the other esterified with various saturated or unsaturated aliphatic acids or aromatic acids other than benzoic are found to have antimicrobial activity against several pathogenic microorganisms, and to have properties making them useful as antimicrobial agents.

Abstract: Acidic monomers are polymerized in aqueous solutions containing a free radical initiating catalyst and a methylol amide reagent or formaldehyde. The resulting acidic polymers have very high molecular weight as measured by the viscosities of dilute solutions of the acidic and neutralized polymers. The reaction solutions can be used to form tough, insoluble films, and the polymers can serve as effective thickening agents and floculating agents.

Abstract: This invention relates to an apparatus and method for improving the homogeneity of textile fibers which are blended together in a textile drawing machine. Vertical posts are critically aligned with corresponding angled rods which are spaced between a pair of drafting rolls thus substantially forming a guide mechanism which allows for alternating silver of cotton and synthetic fibers to be placed one on the top of the other and drafted together thereby achieving a more uniform and homogeneous blend.

Abstract: Phosphorus- and nitrogen-containing polymers, solubilized by hydroxymethylphosphonium salts and formaldehyde, were allowed to react with phenol, alkyl substituted phenols, or halogen substituted phenols which contain one or more hydrogens ortho or para to the phenolic hydroxyl group to (a) prepare flame-resistant polymers and (b) prepare flame-, glow-, wrinkle-, and shrink-resistant woven and knit textiles which contain 25% or more cellulosic fibers.

Abstract: Durable press properties are imparted to cellulosic fabrics by reacting with either of two new tertiary amino-N-methylol reagents. Autocatalysis was shown by these reagents when applied as the free bases or as hydrochlorides to cotton fabric by conventional methods. Resilience, recurability, improved scorch resistance, and enhanced dye and brightener sorptions are realized.

Abstract: New ester-amides containing one or more long chain fatty acyl groupings are described which have antimicrobial activity against several pathogenic microorganisms, and have properties making them useful as antimicrobial agents.

Abstract: Glasslike materials have been produced by heating plumbite-treated cellulosics in a limited oxygen atmosphere while in contact with a glass or ceramic surface. Cotton-lace, knits, and other designs of cellulosic materials can be applied to glass or ceramic surfaces by process of this invention. Glass or ceramic materials have been joined together to form a strong bond by placing a piece of the plumbite-treated cellulosic material between the glasses and heating the assembly in a limited oxygen atmosphere. Etching of glass has also been achieved by process of this invention.

Abstract: Durable-press properties are imparted to cotton containing fabrics with reduced losses in strength and abrasion resistance by a process which includes (1) application of a solution containing a methylolated urea modified polyethylenimine alone or in combination with other crosslinking agents and a crosslinking catalyst, (2) drying the impregnated fabrics, and (3) curing at elevated temperatures.

Abstract: A method of imparting smolder resistance to cotton batting and other cellulosic materials through the use of the vapors from a mixture of boric acid, methyl alcohol, methyl borate and water at 18.degree. to 68.degree. C (65.degree. to 155.degree. F).

Abstract: Phosphonated N,N-disubstituted fatty amides were prepared by the free radical addition of dialkyl phosphites to terminal and nonterminal double bonds of N,N-disubstituted amides. The free radical additions of the dialkyl phosphites to the unsaturated amides were initiated by irradiation with gamma radiation from cobalt-60. These new compounds exhibit antimicrobial activity.

Abstract: 2,4,6-Tris(carbamoylmethylamino)-1,3,5-s-triazine, abbreviated TCMT, is prepared by the reaction of 2,4,6-tris(carbethoxymethylamino)-1,3,5-s-triazine with ammonia. The methylol derivative of TCMT is prepared and applied to cotton textiles and blends of cotton and polyester to impart wrinkle recovery thereto.

Abstract: The following new compounds were prepared from cyanoguanidine or guanylurea as potential flame retardants for cellulosic textiles -2-cyano-1-[bis-(dimethylamino)phosphinyl]guanidine, 2-cyano-1-(diethoxyphosphinyl)guanidine, and 2-carbamoyl-1-(diethoxyphosphinyl) guanidine. The successful phosphorylation of guanylurea required use of a dry, aprotic solvent.

Abstract: This invention relates to an apparatus and method for removing dust and dirt from the process of making yarn in an open-end spinner. It also improves the quality of the finished yarn product. The device comprises a conventional type open-end spinner with a plurality of fine holes critically spaced and installed in the vertex of the V-groove.