Abstract: The invention relates to an endless, belt-shaped tension element (1) for a conveyor system with at least one joining point (2) comprising an elastomer, in particular a cross-linked and/or thermoplastic elastomer, at least one reinforcing layer and optionally at least one tension support (3), two ends of the at least one reinforcing layer being disposed at the at least one joining point (2). An insert piece (6) is disposed between the two ends at the joining point (2), subtending an angle ? with the tension element longitudinal extension, and the ends of the at least one reinforcing layer overlap with the insert piece (6).

Abstract: The invention relates to a multi-layered prophylactic article (1) made from an elastomeric base layer (5) with an internal and an external surface (6, 7), at least a part region of the internal surface (7) having an anti-friction layer (4) made from a polymeric material with an internal surface (9). At least one active substance and/or dye inside particles (11) is disposed on the internal surface (9) of the base layer (5) and/or between the base layer (5) and the anti-friction layer (4) and/or in the anti-friction layer (4) and/or on the internal surface (9) of the anti-friction layer (4), and/or a layer incorporating the at least one active substance and/or dye is disposed in at least a part-region between the base layer (5) and the anti-friction layer (4), which anti-friction layer (4) has regularly recurring raised areas or recesses of an irregular shape, produced by rapidly removing liquid from the anti-friction layer (4).

Abstract: The invention relates to a hand-rail that can be used for escalators, moving pavements. The inventive hand-rail has a C-shaped cross-section, outer layers in the form of a sliding layer and a rubber top layer for the user, a layer with tractive support elements, especially steel chords that are embedded in rubber and oriented in a longitudinal direction, and at least one respective reinforcing layer extending into the lip areas on both sides of the tractive support elements. At least one of the reinforcing layers consists of a rubber layer with homogeneously distributed short fibers with a preferred orientation, extending at an angle deviating from 0° in relation to the longitudinal direction of the hand-rail.

Abstract: The invention relates to an article, in particular a glove, a condom, or the like, which is comprised of a flexible rubber and/or plastic, is embodied having at least one section of the surface intended contact or rest against human skin, which article is provided with a slip coating in a section of the surface. This slip coating is comprised of a polymeric material and at least in sections, has repeating shape deviations of the surface that are recessed in relation to a raised, net-like structure. The ratio of the average spacings between the shape deviations to their depth in relation to the raised, net-like structure is between 500:1 and 5:1 and the average roughness depth is between 0.5 and 100 &mgr;m, preferably between 1 and 40 &mgr;m.

Abstract: The invention relates to an article, in particular a glove, a condom, or the like, which is comprised of a flexible rubber and/or plastic, is embodied having at least one section of the surface intended contact or rest against human skin, which article is provided with a slip coating in a section of the surface. This slip coating is comprised of a polymeric material and at least in sections, has repeating shape deviations of the surface that are recessed in relation to a raised, net-like structure. The ratio of the average spacings between the shape deviations to their depth in relation to the raised, net-like structure is between 500:1 and 5:1 and the average roughness depth is between 0.5 and 100 &mgr;m, preferably between 1 and 40 &mgr;m.

Abstract: The invention relates to an article, in particular a glove, a condom, or the like, which is comprised of a flexible rubber and/or plastic, is embodied having at least one section of the surface intended contact or rest against human skin, which article is provided with a slip coating in a section of the surface. This slip coating is comprised of a polymeric material and at least in sections, has repeating shape deviations of the surface that are recessed in relation to a raised, net-like structure. The ratio of the average spacings between the shape deviations to their depth in relation to the raised, net-like structure is between 500:1 and 5:1 and the average roughness depth is between 0.5 and 100 &mgr;m, preferably between 1 and 40 &mgr;m.

Abstract: Into a material based on a caoutchouc-type or caoutchouc-containing mixture for producing hard rubber, there is incorporated a pre-mix containing high-strength organic fibers and a liquid hardenable plastic material. The high-strength and temperature resistant material thus obtained is particularly suitable for the attenuation of noise in combustion engines when heavy-weight fillers are also added to such material. Engine components like, for example, valve covers, timing gear covers and oil pans can be manufactured from this material.

Abstract: The antistatic desk pad for a working station in the electronic field is comprised of a rubber sheet with a resistance of at least 10.sup.2 .OMEGA. cm. The upper portion of the sheet is provided with cavities of which the length is at least 8 mm, those cavities being intended to receive the debris of wires or the like.

Abstract: A glove formed of rubber or plastics material, especially an examination or surgical glove devoid of a roll-down preventing beaded edge and containing a structured surface at the cuff region. The structured surface is formed at the outer side or surface of the glove by non-connected raised portions, whereas the structured surface is formed at the inside or inner surface of the glove by mirror-image, non-connected recesses or depressions. The mold for fabricating the glove contains non-connected recesses at the cuff region.

Abstract: A level crossing for a railroad and a method of fabricating the same comprising outer plates arranged between the rails and the body of the roadway, the outer plates being supported at one side at the rails and at the other side at a profiled constructed closure provided for the roadway body. The positive supporting of the outer plates at the profiled constructed closure is achieved through the agency of elastic molded bodies formed of rubber, plastic or the like.

Abstract: A capacitor comprising at least two electrodes separated from one another by an elastic dielectric formed of rubber and/or plastic for measuring forces acting upon one of the electrodes--the so-called measuring electrodes--by detecting the resultant change in capacitance. The dielectric in its unloaded state is pre-compressed and preferably possesses a number of hollow spaces.

Abstract: An optical system focuses a laser beam emanating from a laser onto a surface of an object, such as a circumferential surface of the object to be measured. The light beam is reflected from the object, so as to form a generally focused light spot; the intensity of the light spot, which depends on the distance of the surface from the optical system, is measured, and the measurement results are displayed and/or utilized for controlling the dimensions of the object, if the object is an elongated article, and is continuously produced, generally in a direction transverse to its cross-section.

Abstract: A tread for a pneumatic tire comprising two inner ribs extending in the circumferential direction of the tire and, to both sides thereof, tiers or block rows extending in the circumferential direction of the tire. The block rows and ribs are each separated from one another by a respective zig-zag configured circumferential groove. Each leg of the intermediate circumferential groove encloses, with the circumferential direction of the tire, an angle .alpha. of approximately 30.degree. to 50.degree., whereas the legs of the lateral circumferential grooves enclose, with the circumferential direction of the tire, an angle .beta. of approximately 55.degree. to 65.degree. and the lateral circumferential grooves are each wider than the intermediate circumferential groove.

Abstract: An apparatus for the bellowless or bagless vulcanization of tire blanks comprising a tire vulcanization mold and a clamping mechanism for the tire bead provided for the mold. The clamping mechanism comprises the associated bead section of the vulcanization mold and a contact mechanism which can be moved towards such section in the axial direction and against the center of the mold. The contact mechanism comprises a ring formed of a number of segments, and such ring is provided at least at the region of the tire bead with a continuous layer of elastomeric material. According to a further improvement, the continuous layer possesses a lip member directed towards the tire bead.

Abstract: A windsurfer comprising a board-like floating body and a sail connected therewith by means of a mast or pole. The floating body, viewed in cross-section, comprises a number of adjacent hoses communicating with one another, and a rigid plate is arranged between both of the outer hoses.

Abstract: A windshield for vehicles, especially inflatable boats or the like, comprising a rigid frame, the lower leg of which is provided at its outer side or surface with a longitudinal groove possessing undercut portions and serving to receive a complementary structural member, typically a profile member, secured to the vehicle chassis, especially the body or hull of the boat or otherwise.

Abstract: A package for a pair of sterilized gloves used for medical purposes and a method of forming such package, wherein the upper and lower ends of a sheet are folded at right angles to the lengthwise direction of the inserted gloves for covering the tips and the cuffs of such gloves. Then two lateral folds are formed substantially parallel to the lengthwise direction of the gloves at both sides of the same, there is then formed a fold at the central region of the sheet perpendicular to the lengthwise direction of the gloves, and then a fold centrally and parallel to the lengthwise direction of the gloves.