Abstract: Wallpaper comprising flame retardant paper having laminated thereon an expanded sheet is disclosed, in which the expanded sheet is obtained by expanding at an expansion ratio of 1.5 or more a resin composition containing (A) 100 parts by weight of an ethylene-.alpha.-olefin copolymer having a melt flow rate of from 0.2 to 50 g/10 min, a density of not more than 0.91 g/cm.sup.3, and a maximum melting peak temperature of 100.degree. C. or higher and a heat of fusion at 100.degree. C. or higher of 10 J/g or more as measured with a differential scanning calorimeter and (B) 60 parts by weight or more of magnesium hydroxide or a mixture of magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide at a weight ratio of from 100/0 to 20/80. The wallpaper has high safety, is free from bleeding of a plasticizer, gives off no offensive odor, and satisfies the requirements of 2nd class (semi-noncombustible) of fireproof wall coverings.

Abstract: Heterogeneous braided multifilament of first and second set of yarns mechanically blended by braiding, in which first and second set of yarns are composed of different fiber-forming materials.Heterogeneous braids are useful for preparation of surgical sutures and ligatures.

Abstract: A non-woven fiber mat for use as a backing material for various components used in the building industry, and having improved fire resistant qualities. The mat comprises a blend of mineral fibers and glass fibers bonded together with a fire resistant binder system. The binder system comprises a mixture of a fire resistant latex and an aqueous aldehyde condensation polymer-based thermosetting resin. The preferred weight ratio of the latex to the aldehyde condensation polymer is at least 1:1 on a non-volatile basis. The binder may optionally further contain an aqueous silica colloid.

Abstract: An impregnated flat gasket useful as a cylinder head gasket for an internal-combustion engine, includes a fiber mat comprised of from about 2 to about 20 weight percent of a synthetic organic fiber; from about 10 to about 70 weight percent of a first inorganic filler which has a grain size having a maximum of 0.01 mm and which has a specific surface area having a maximum of 30 m.sup.2 /g; from about 10 to about 70 weight percent of a second inorganic filler which is composed of particles having a shape which is one of needle-shaped and globular, which has a grain size having a maximum of 0.01 mm and which has a specific surface area ranging from 50 to 350 m.sup.2 /g; from about 0.5 to about 1 weight percent of zinc oxide; and from about 3 to about 10 weight percent of a nitrile butadiene latex. The impregnated fiber mat material can be punched into gasket blanks without problems.

Abstract: A magnetic marker, comprising a first fabric base sheet, a plurality of magnetized fibers attached to a surface of the first fabric base sheet by bonding means, and a second fabric base sheet secured to the surface of the first fabric base sheet so as to interpose the magnetized fibers between the first and second fabric base sheets. The magnetic marker using magnetized fibers can withstand repeated piercing which is encountered in the application for detecting the position of the ground fabric during the process of needling for the production of felt. The magnetized fibers are firmly secured between the two fabric base sheets, optionally reinforced by a multiplicity of perpendicularly arranged yarn, that the magnetized fibers can retain the capability to generate magnetic flux even after repeated use.

Abstract: A recyclable vehicular cushioning material which is thermoformed from a web composed of three-dimensionally crimped polyester fiber having a fineness lower than 45 denier per filament and an initial tensile strength (IS) higher than 30 g/d and heat-bonding fiber containing polyester elastomer, as heat-bonding component, which are mixed and dispersed and, if necessary, interlaced, said cushioning material having a layer whose bulk density is 0.02-0.06 g/cm.sup.3.

Abstract: Damage resistant high pressure decorative laminate having excellent scratch, mar, scrape and abrasion resistance, as well as excellent appearance and cleanability and methods of producing same.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of a composite comprising reinforcing fibres embedded in a thermosetting resin matrix, the process comprising taking said fibres impregnated with said resin and curing said resin characterized in that a porous membrane film of thermoplastic material is placed between at least two layers of fibres prior to curing.

Abstract: Impact resistant and flame retardant polymer composition, slab-like rectangular solid made of said composition, and composite laminate article having at least one layer of said composition. The polymer composition comprises a maximum of 86 volume percent of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), a minimum of 4.40 volume percent of a flame retardant additive or mixture thereof, and a minimum of 6 volume percent of chopped reinforcing fibers, all volumes referring to the densified (molded) state. In addition the bulk volume of the chopped reinforcing fibers, as measured by a tapped density test, must be a minimum of 27 percent of the final molded volume of the composition. The maximum volume % loading of the additives is limited by the requirement that the notched Izod impact strength is a minimum of 7 ft.-lb per inch width.

Abstract: The present invention provides: (a) a method for producing a poly(arylene sulfide)(PAS) resin composition: (b) a PAS resin composition produced by the inventive resin composition production method; (c) a method which utilizes the inventive PAS resin composition in the production of a continuous fiber-reinforced composite; and (d) a PAS composite produced by the inventive composite production method. The PAS resin composition produced by the inventive resin composition production method comprises a crystallizable arylene sulfide polymer and a nucleating agent. The nucleating agent is admixed with the crystallizable arylene sulfide polymer by adding said nucleating agent to the polymerization reaction system. The inventive PAS resin composition solidifies to a fine-grained crystalline morphology and is well suited for use in the production of continuous fiber-reinforced composites, molded articles, and other products.

Abstract: A low fuming phenolic resin prepreg comprising a fibrous base impregnated with 20 to 60% by weight of a resin composition comprising (a) 100 parts by weight of a resol phenolic resin, (b) from 1.5 to 15 parts by weight of polyacrylamide, (c) from 1.5 to 25 parts by weight of an epoxy resin, and (d) from 1.5 to 15 parts by weight of an inorganic filler, and the method for preparing the prepreg by impregnating a solution of (a), (b) and (c) having dispersed therein the filler into a fibrous base. The method for the prepreg comprising impregnating the fibrous base with the resin composition. The phenolic resin prepreg has low fuming properties as well as excellent self-adhesion.

Abstract: A lightweight and strong plate member for light-shielding blades usable for the super-high speed shutter of a camera or the like is of a symmetrical structure with respect to a center plane in the thickness direction, and comprises reinforced surface layers having continuous carbon fibers arranged in one direction parallel or substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the light shielding blade, and matrix resin including this fiber, and a reinforced intermediate layer having the continuous carbon fibers arranged in one direction, and matrix resin including this fiber. The fiber directions of the intermediate layer is substantially orthogonal to that of the surface layers, and the carbon fiber of the surface layers has a tensile modulus of elasticity of 30,000 Kgf/mm.sup.2 or more, tensile strength of 350 Kgf/mm.sup.2 or more, and elongation of 1.0% or more, and the carbon fiber of the intermediate layer has an elongation of 1.0% or more.

Abstract: A lightweight composite camouflage construction having an open mesh net substrate, and a continuous sheet overlying the substrate and bonded thereto along plural spaced lines of attachment. The sheet is cut on opposite sides of the lines of attachment to form a plurality of lobes simulating the appearance of natural objects of a terrain, the sheet being color patterned in a desired coloration camouflage. The fabric is heated and the lobes folded and creased to increase the openness of the fabric.

Abstract: An ordered packing for mass transfer and heat exchange processes includes pre-formed individual parts. The packing is formed of carbon fiber-reinforced carbon with carbon fibers or carbon fiber yarns, which are linked one with the other by way of textile bindings, as a filler and of a matrix carbon, preferably based on synthetic resins.

Abstract: Inserting a woven composite layer between laminates of composite material layers where the insert layer comprises composite, carbon fibers woven in a three dimensional weave. The woven insert is injected with a resin material and partially cured prior to deposition of the composite layers. The complete blade is then molded and cured as a unit.

Abstract: A polyimide composition is prepared with a polyimide containing minute hollow spherules made of a glass of a hydroxyl group content and having less than 0.5 mg/m.sup.2. A multilayer substrate for printed-wiring is prepared with this polyimide composition. The substrate possesses a low dielectric constant, dielectric dissipation factor and thermal expansion coefficient.

Abstract: Stripping paper which serves as a member for protecting the adhesive of an adhesive sheet is capable of being recycled and effectively used as a material of regenerated paper after stripped when the adhesive sheet is used, and permits beautiful printing thereon. It also provides an adhesive sheet having the stripping paper attached thereto and exhibiting new additional printing effects. In the stripping paper comprising a substrate 10, a coating layer of mineral substance 12 and a silicone film layer 13, the substrate 10 is made of relatively long fiber material, the coating layer 12 provides a smooth surface suitable for application of printing on the substrate 10 and comprises relatively fine mineral particles 11 to substantially prevent infiltration of the silicone 13a into the substrate (FIG. 1).

Abstract: A thermoformed vacuum insulation container is provided for use in a vacuum insulation panel. The container is preformed to have a receptacle area for receiving a quantity of microporous insulation material as well as a peripheral ledge area. The microporous insulating material is isolated by a porous sheet material which is either sealed to the ledge area covering the receptacle area, or completely bounds the microporous insulation material in the form of a pouch or sack. An impermeable layer is sealed to the ledge area following evacuation of the receptacle area and microporous insulation material of gases and moisture in order to complete the evacuated panel.

Abstract: Far infra-red ray radiating materials in which organic metal compounds or organic silicon compounds are used as radiating materials are disclosed. Examples of organic metal compounds which may be used in this invention are alkyl metal ester, alkyl metal chelate, alkyl metal acylate, metal chelated ester, metal alcoholate, and zirconium tetraacetylacetonate. Examples of organic silicon compounds which may be used in this invention are dimethyl dispoxy silan, and methyl triethoxy silan. The far infra-red radiating material manufactured by using the above compounds make it possible to express transparent color and have increased surface brightness, adhesive strength, and heat resistance, without lowering its standard of radiation rate in comparison with known radiating materials manufactured by using inorganic compounds.

Abstract: A reinforced trim board structure includes a base member and a reinforcing member which is stuck on the base member. The reinforcing member consists essentially of bamboo fiber. Therefore, the reinforced trim board structure becomes light in weight and can be molded by deep drawing.