Abstract: This application relates generally to an optical fiber for the delivery of infrared light where the polarization state of the light entering the fiber is preserved upon exiting the fiber and the related methods for making thereof. The optical fiber has a wavelength between about 0.9 ?m and 15 ?m, comprises at least one infrared-transmitting glass, and has a polarization-maintaining (PM) transverse cross-sectional structure. The infrared-transmitting, polarization-maintaining (IR-PM) optical fiber has a birefringence greater than 10?5 and has applications in dual-use technologies including laser power delivery, sensing and imaging.

Abstract: The present invention consists of providing a drive shaft damper having a condensed radial size of most of the shaft damper insert along its length for the purposes of lowering the cost of freight and enabling easy installation of the product into the drive shaft. Parts can be inserted into a drive shaft without any radial interference, which then can expand after installation. End portions may have radial interference without compression or with minimal compression to seal the damper.

Abstract: A package for a medical device includes a blister having a base and a plurality of walls extending from the base with the base and the walls defining a cavity for receiving the medical device. The blister includes a first thermoplastic polyurethane or a combination of the first thermoplastic polyurethane and polyethylene terephthalate glycol. The package also includes a lid disposed on the blister and at least partially covering the cavity. The lid has outer and inner surfaces and includes a high density polyethylene. The package further includes an insert disposed on and in direct contact with the inner surface of the lid and facing the cavity. The insert includes a second thermoplastic polyurethane for increasing puncture resistance of the lid from the medical device.

Abstract: A composite for packaging a medical device has a first layer including an aromatic polyether polyurethane and a second layer. The first layer forms a base that has a plurality of walls extending therefrom to define a cavity for receiving the medical device. The second layer is disposed on the first layer opposite the cavity. The composite is formed from a method that includes the step of disposing the first layer on the second layer. The composite may also be included with a container to form a packaging system.

Abstract: A composite for packaging a medical device has a first layer including an aromatic polyether polyurethane and a second layer. The first layer forms a base that has a plurality of walls extending therefrom to define a cavity for receiving the medical device. The second layer is disposed on the first layer opposite the cavity. The composite is formed from a method that includes the step of disposing the first layer on the second layer. The composite may also be included with a container to form a packaging system.

Abstract: A composite having a first layer including an aromatic thermoplastic polyurethane and a second layer. The first layer forms a base that has a plurality of walls extending therefrom to define a cavity for receiving a device, such as a medical device. The second layer is disposed on the first layer opposite the cavity. The composite is formed from a method that includes the step of disposing the first layer on the second layer. The composite may also be included with a container to form a packaging system.

Abstract: A composite for packaging a medical device has a first layer including an aromatic polyether polyurethane and a second layer. The first layer forms a base that has a plurality of walls extending therefrom to define a cavity for receiving the medical device. The second layer is disposed on the first layer opposite the cavity. The composite is formed from a method that includes the step of disposing the first layer on the second layer. The composite may also be included with a container to form a packaging system.

Abstract: An improved parking lot pavement analysis system is described that analyzes field survey data and generates a report which provides the necessary information to make the most cost-effective maintenance and repair decisions for commercial and residential parking lots. The pavement analysis system can be implemented on an existing PC computer to provide a user-friendly way of standardizing and guiding the visual survey and pavement sampling to determine existing conditions. The pavement analysis system guides entry of data indicating the pavement's existing condition, and then calculates and recommends maintenance and repair options. The calculations are based on an expert diagnostic system analysis which substantially reduces the requirement for expert interpretation. A complete life cycle cost analysis is performed, and this allows the user to make an informed decision about what type repairs are most appropriate for a particular situation.

Abstract: A method of making a pneumatically injectable additive for an Electric Arc Furnace, the method comprising screening a waste material comprising oily millscale in water to form uniform particles, and then mixing those particles with carbon and lime; and storing the mixture in air permeable bags in a dry atmosphere until the mixture has chemically cured to form the injectable particles.

Abstract: A method of producing a cold mix asphalt paving composition by:(a) separating non-asphalt impurities from an asphalt rubble obtained from a reclaimed asphalt pavement to produce a purified asphalt rubble;(b) comminuting said purified asphalt rubble to obtain sized asphalt-aggregate mixture;(c) testing said sized asphalt-aggregate mixture to determine the percent of asphalt present in said asphalt-aggregate mixture; and(d) blending an asphalt emulsion with said asphalt-aggregate mixture in an amount so as to yield a cold mix asphalt pavement composition comprising from about 4.0% to about 6.5% by weight of asphalt.The cold mix asphalt paving composition is used to coat roadway surfaces, parking lots, driveways, and the like. Once the cold mix asphalt paving composition has been applied to a surface, a top coat may be overcoated onto the cold mix asphalt pavement.

Abstract: A reusable container for packaging objects for shipping is disclosed. The container comprises a pair of outer frame members having a clamshell configuration in which the two frame members are connected by a reclosable hinge. The container has removable insert trays which each fit into one of the frame members, each insert tray having a resilient film covering the well portion of the tray. The insert trays are each designed to interfit tightly into one of the frame members to form the complete package. When the package is closed, the resilient film stretches around an object to be shipped thereby suspending it in the interior of the container.