Abstract: A multilayer fabric includes at least a first woven fabric layer and a second woven fabric layer tacked to the first woven fabric layer. The first woven fabric layer provides a first functionality to the multilayer fabric, the second woven fabric layer provides a second functionality to the multilayer fabric, and the first functionality is different than the second functionality. A method for forming a multilayer fabric includes weaving a first fabric layer on a loom, the first fabric layer having a first functionality, weaving at least a second fabric layer on the loom, the second fabric layer having a second functionality different than the first functionality, and tacking the second fabric layer to the first fabric layer while the first fabric layer and the second fabric layer are on the loom. The multilayer fabric may include multiple fabric layers, such as from 2 to 8 fabric layers.

Abstract: A laser-treated fabric including a body side and a face side has a plurality of pores located on at least some fibers on at least the body side of the fabric and at least one chemical additive embedded within or anchored to the plurality of pores. The pores have a pore size of from about 1 nm to about 20 ?m. Garments including the laser-treated fabric are also described. The fabric in the garment may be laser-treated such that the plurality of pores are located in discrete regions of the fabric. Methods for treating a fabric are also described. The chemical additive in the laser-treated fabrics is more durable than in non-laser-treated fabrics have a chemical additive applied on only the surface of the fabric.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods for preparing nanodiamond-containing thermoplastic fibers and filaments having diamond particles substantially uniformly distributed throughout. The process comprises melt extruding a material comprising a thermoplastic polymer and from about 0.001% to about 0.25% by weight nanosized diamond particles. The present disclosure also relates to yarns and fabrics comprising the nanodiamond-containing thermoplastic fibers or filaments, and to garments comprising these yarns and/or fabrics. Yarns and fabrics comprising nanodiamond-containing thermoplastic fibers and filaments have been found to have enhanced thermal properties, enhanced mechanical properties, and/or enhanced softness.

Abstract: A multilayer belt structure that can be used for creping or structuring a cellulosic web in a tissue making process. The multilayer belt structure allows for the formation of various shaped and sized openings in the top surface of the belt, while still providing a structure having the strength, durability, and flexibility required for tissue making processes.

Abstract: A multilayer belt structure that can be used for creping or structuring a cellulosic web in a tissue making process. The multilayer belt structure allows for the formation of various shaped and sized openings in the top surface of the belt, while still providing a structure having the strength, durability, and flexibility required for tissue making processes.

Abstract: A multilayer belt structure that can be used for creping or structuring a cellulosic web in a tissue making process. The multilayer belt structure allows for the formation of various shaped and sized openings in the top surface of the belt, while still providing a structure having the strength, durability, and flexibility required for tissue making processes.

Abstract: Described herein are component compositions comprising a blend of a polymer resin together with silica glass beads. In certain embodiments, the components demonstrate improved abrasion resistance as do the industrial fabrics produced that comprise at least one component of the instant disclosure.

Abstract: Described herein are component compositions comprising a blend of a polymer resin together with a fluoropolymer and silicone content additives. In certain embodiments, the components demonstrate improved soil and contaminant resistance as do the industrial fabrics produced that comprise at least one component of the instant invention.

Abstract: A multilayer belt structure that can be used for creping or structuring a cellulosic web in a tissue making process. The multilayer belt structure allows for the formation of various shaped and sized openings in the top surface of the belt, while still providing a structure having the strength, durability, and flexibility required for tissue making processes.

Abstract: A multilayer belt structure that can be used for creping or structuring a cellulosic web in a tissue making process. The multilayer belt structure allows for the formation of various shaped and sized openings in the top surface of the belt, while still providing a structure having the strength, durability, and flexibility required for tissue making processes.

Abstract: A corkscrew includes a rotatable pinion gear having a fixed radius and a horizontal rotational axis rotatably coupled to a shaft and engaging a gear rack of a vertically translating driver. A helical worm is coupled through a freely rotating connection to the vertically translating driver wherein the corkscrew freely rotates about a longitudinal rotation axis coaxially aligned with a location of a bottle neck from which a corkscrew is to be withdrawn. A crank rotates the pinion gear for translating the driver up and down relative to the shaft along the rotation axis of the corkscrew. A helical pinion gear a helical pinion rack drives rotates about the longitudinal rotation axis in meshing engagement with helical rack on the vertically translating driver, the helical pinion gear having at least one blade to contact the bottle neck scoring a foil capsule thereon as the helical pinion gear rotates.

Abstract: A method and apparati for regulating introduction of ambient air begins with initiating a liquid flow through a venturi to induce a localized drop in pressure at a bowl situated at a venturi throat. Airflow is admitted at a barrel inlet, through a first barrel lumen segment to a first half-moon port at a throttle first side. The airflow is selectively obstructed by a second half-moon port whose rotational position relative to the first half-moon port defines a variable aperture. The airflow is conducted from the second half-moon port through a second barrel lumen segment to the barrel outlet and mixing with the liquid to produce an aerated liquid.

Abstract: In a system for imparting visually identifiable distinctions between individual drinking vessels, an identification helix is used to impermanently attach to an elongate element of at least one of the drinking vessels. At least two identification helices are provided for engaging an elongate element of a drinking vessel such as a stem or handle. The system of identification helices comprises a first helical member of resilient flexible material having a pair of ends and adapted to engage the elongate element by wrapping the elongate element with a generally encircling geometry. A second helical member of resilient flexible material has, as well, a pair of ends and adapted to engage the elongate element by wrapping the elongate element with a generally encircling geometry. The second helical member is visually distinct from the first differing in one of a group of qualities consisting of handedness, color, color combinations, and attached charms.