Abstract: In general, the embodiments herein provide non-skid, textured protective coating compositions for vehicle surfaces, such as vehicle beds, rocker panels, inner fenders, tailgates, bedrails, cargo vans, step area, and running boards, and other applicable metal, aluminum, fiberglass, plastic, and wood surfaces, and the method for producing same. In particular, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to textured protective coating compositions having improved impact, abrasion, and chemical resistance. These properties are obtained by a combination of an acrylic resin component and a solvent composition, and optionally a rheology additive component, a texturizing component, an adhesion promoter, and a plasticizer.

Abstract: A porous cellular body comprising primarily a porous sintered glass material is disclosed. The porous sintered glass material primarily includes a first phase and a second phase, the first phase primarily comprising amorphous fused silica and the second phase comprising amorphous fused silica and a sintering aid.

Abstract: A display device which can elevate and rotate to a position includes a base, a controlling member mounted to the base, and a supporting frame. A display is mounted on the supporting frame, and a first magnetic piece is positioned on the controlling member. A second magnetic piece is positioned on the supporting frame. The first and second magnetic pieces are configured to attract each other. The controlling member includes a first elastic piece between the base and the supporting frame. The first elastic piece retracts to enable the supporting frame to rotate. The controlling member can slide to detach the second magnetic piece from the first magnetic piece, and the first elastic piece retracts to allow an upward rotation of the supporting frame thereby changing height of the display.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid composition comprising: a calcium silicate powder, a set accelerator in the form of a powder, a reinforcing filler in a solid form, a radio-opacifying agent in a solid form, at least one complementary ingredient selected from solid fibers or solid porous fillers, optionally a water-reducing agent in a solid form, and optionally solid pigments. The present invention also relates to a kit of parts for the preparation of a composition suitable for use in dentistry comprising in a first container a solid phase including the solid composition according to the invention, and in a second container an aqueous phase. The present invention also relates to a kit of parts for the preparation of a composition suitable for use in dentistry comprising a container, said container comprising at least two cells, the first cell comprising a solid phase including the solid composition of the invention and the second cell comprising an aqueous phase.

Abstract: Disclosed are heat releasable multi-component composite coatings. These coatings include an under coating and an over coating deposited over at least a portion of the under coating. The under coating is deposited from a coating composition that includes a film-forming resin and thermally expandable capsules having an average diameter of 5 to 25 ?m. The over coating layer has a 60 degree gloss of no more than 60 gloss units.

Abstract: The invention relates to application of solvent(s) to a product including at least one binder, wherein the product is a paint or coating formulation and the solvent is a compound of renewable vegetable origin, notably agricultural origin. It also relates to a paint or coating including at least one binder and one solvent, wherein the solvent is of renewable vegetable origin. Formulations are given.

Abstract: According to this invention, plants of the genus Triodia are harvested for use as a renewable energy source or as a means of carbon sequestration. Triodia is a hummock-forming grass endemic to Australia, commonly known as spinifex. It is an abundant perennial plant which grows in semi-arid and arid regions. The novel use of Triodia as a biofuel feedstock has many advantages over the prior art. Being perennial, there is no need to plant and fertilise crops. The plants can be continuously harvested without damaging the soil. Triodia grows well with even small amounts of natural rainfall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of producing wax/oil-in-water (O/W) dispersions of self-emulsifying O/W gel concentrates without stirring or in a laminar flow field.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide polymer matrix nanocomposites reinforced with nano-scale materials such as nanoparticles and carbon nanotubes and methods of fabricating. The nanomaterials are provided within relatively low weight fractions, for example in the range of approximately 0.01 to about 0.4% by weight and distributed within the matrix by a magnetic mixing procedure to provide substantially uniform reinforcement of the nanocomposites. Advantageously, these nanocomposites provide significantly enhanced tensile strength, strain to failure, and fracture toughness over corresponding neat matrices.

Abstract: The invention relates to application of solvent(s) to a product including at least one binder, wherein the product is a paint or coating formulation and the solvent is a compound of renewable vegetable origin, notably agricultural origin. It also relates to a paint or coating including at least one binder and one solvent, wherein the solvent is of renewable vegetable origin. Formulations are given.

Abstract: Disclosed are heat releasable multi-component composite coatings. These coatings include an under coating and an over coating deposited over at least a portion of the under coating. The under coating is deposited from a coating composition that includes a film-forming resin and thermally expandable capsules having an average diameter of 5 to 25 ?m. The over coating layer has a 60 degree gloss of no more than 60 gloss units.

Abstract: A rail plate handling device is provided for removing plates located on rail ties on a railroad track having a pair of rails, and includes a frame configured for movement relative to the track, at least one tie plate gripping assembly mounted to the frame, the assembly configured for grasping a selected tie plate, pulling the plate away from the rail and away from the tie, and subsequently releasing the plate onto the track. The device is mounted upon a cart which is movable on the track, and features gripping assemblies for working on both rails. A tie jack is preferably provided for ensuring the release of the tie from the gripped plate. Still another feature of the present device is a plate height mechanism associated with each gripping assembly for ensuring that the gripping assembly engages the plates at the proper height.

Abstract: A wax or polish also known as a surface protectant where ones primary reason for applying it is to impart a long lasting and specific scent or fragrance to a surface, such as that of an automobile, or any other surface of choice. As a secondary consideration the product will also offer surface protection from the elements.

Abstract: An improved self-cleaning polish is obtained by adding a wax to an oil either pre-heated, or then subsequently heated, with stirring. Subsequently, and optionally, water and./or an acetic acid source, preferably vinegar, is added, either before or after partly or completely cooling the heated wax/oil mixture. Special-purpose additives may be added, such as salts, abrasives, suspending aids, preservatives, emulsifiers, colorants, fragrances, etc. However, no solvent other than the oil is necessary, a decided improvement over existing technology.

Abstract: The object is to provide a water/oil repellent composition which can simultaneously perform a water/oil treatment and a polishing treatment to leather products such as leather shoes, etc., by using one water/oil repellent composition, and can also exert excellent water/oil repellent effect and excellent polishing effect. It is constituted so that microcapsules, in which a polishing agent is encapsulated, are dispersed in a water/oil repellent agent.

Abstract: A coating or sealing composition comprising: (a) at least one agent adapted to form a coat or seal when applied onto a substrate; (b) at least one sensor adapted to reveal the presence of the coat or seal under determined conditions; and (c) a volatile excipient in which the above and all other ingredients of the composition are dispersed or dissolved, p1 characterized in that said composition further comprises: (d) at least one UV stabilizer and/or antioxidant.

Abstract: A polishing composition for a memory hard disc, which comprises the following components (a) to (d):(a) water,(b) at least one compound selected from the group consisting of a polystyrenesulfonic acid, and its salts,(c) a compound selected from the group consisting of an inorganic acid and an organic acid, and their salts, other than component (b), and(d) at least one abrasive selected from the group consisting of aluminum oxide, silicon dioxide, cerium oxide, zirconium oxide, titanium oxide, silicon nitride and manganese dioxide.

Abstract: Footware dressings containing fluorocarbons in a carrier base plus optional colorants and additives. These dressings create a relatively slick and non-stick surface with excellent "contamination" resistance.

Abstract: A method is shown for polishing a workpiece such as a semiconductor wafer. A polishing composition is first formed which includes (1) a polishing media particle; and (2) a film forming binder for suspending the particle and forming a temporary film on an exposed surface of the workpiece, the temporary film being dissolvable in a subsequently applied polishing wash, whereby the polishing media particle is freed to polish the workpiece. The polishing composition is applied to the surface of the semiconductor wafer in a spin coating operation and thereafter cured in a hot plate bake or a furnace operation. In order to polish the workpiece, a polishing wash is applied to either or both of the surface of the workpiece or a polishing pad and thereafter causing the pad to be sufficiently proximate to the surface of the workpiece at a pressure and for a time sufficient to polish and planarize the workpiece.

Abstract: A water resistant shoe polish including in addition to a tradition base mixture of wax and turpentine oil, petroleum benzin, high vacuum silicone grease, glycerin, glycerol stearate and stearic acid. The composition greatly enhances the retention period of shoe polish on leather or imitation leather materials.

Abstract: The invention provides a tire polishing and protective composition including, as dissolved or dispersed in an organic solvent, 2 to 25% by weight of a silicone varnish, 0.1 to 4% by weight of a rubber type polymer and 0.1 to 10% by weight of a tackifier.

Abstract: A final polishing composition for polishing a silicon wafer used as a substrate crystal in electrical integrated circuits comprises water, colloidal silica, a water-soluble polymeric compound, and a water-soluble salt.

Abstract: A novel polishing slurry for particularly hard materials such a silicon carbide has been found. The slurry comprises diamond particles with a median particle size of around a micron and alpha alumina particles with a median size of from about 20 to about 200 nanometers.

Abstract: An abrasive composition for use in polishing or planarizing the surface of a work piece is provided comprising about 30 to 50 percent of cerium oxide; about 8 to about 20 percent of fumed silica and about 15 to about 45 percent of precipitated silica. Methods using the composition to polish or planarize the surfaces of work pieces, as well as products produced by such methods, are also provided.

Abstract: A process for superpolishing hard ceramic substrates, and super polished substrates having surface finishes below about 20 angstroms RMS. The process comprises applying a pitch to a lap tool and forming channels in the pitch. The pitch is wetted with a polishing compound comprising colloidal alumina and powder of a substance harder than that being polished. The substrate is brought into contact with the wetted pitch, and a relative motion is applied thereto to polish the substrate.

Abstract: The addition of 2-pyrrolidone in combination with a surfactant having an HLB range of 13 to 15 and a formula C.sub.9 H.sub.19 C.sub.6 H.sub.4 (OCH.sub.2 OCH.sub.2).sub.n OH in which n has an average value of 15 improves the gloss and depth of gloss of floor polish compositions.

Abstract: A process and liquid composition for cleaning, restoring and polishing a hard, porous surface wherein the composition contains from 0.1 to 4 weight percent of a surfactant, from 5 to 20 weight percent of a synthetic hydrocarbon oil, and from 76 to 94.9 weight percent of a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 aliphatic alcohol. The composition may be applied to a variety of work surfaces such as work benches and kitchen counters, particularly porous surfaces such as slate, wood, vinyl, tile and rubber, wiped thereon and the surface allowed to dry.

Abstract: There is disclosed an antiseptic polish for covering highly touched surfaces which contain a solution comprising Povidone-Iodine of approximately 7.5 to 10 percent by volume dispersed in a liquid polish.

Abstract: Sunscreen compositions are described which contain certain 5-phenylpentadienoate esters which act as UV filters when incorporated in a carrier in amounts ranging from 0.1-50% by weight.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound and method for polishing stone wherein the compound is a mixture of metallic oxides, a resin and a pre-prepared gel which compound is utilized in conjunction with sandpaper of varying grits to provide a smooth high-gloss finish to the cut, rough-edged stone or marble.

Abstract: A wax composition for waxing skis comprising a wax matrix having incorporated therein a silicone polymer of relatively low volatility.

Abstract: A wood finishing composition comprising about three parts by volume of an alcoholic solution of white shellac, about two parts by volume of a solution of an oil modified polyurethane resin and about one part by volume of a drying oil. The wood finishing composition produces finishes on wood comparable to prior art compositions, for example french polish, that require considerable skill and time in application.

Abstract: A novel leveling agent for self polishing dry-bright floor polishes having the following general structure is described: ##STR1## where R is either a non-linear aliphatic hydrocarbon or mixture of hydrocarbons containing 8 to 15 carbon atoms or an alkylbenzene moiety containing 8 to 12 carbon atoms in the alkyl chainA is either Oxygen or Sulfur atomR.sub.1 is either Hydrogen atom or CH.sub.3R.sub.2 is either Hydrogen atom or CH.sub.3a and b are small numbers or average numbers totaling no more than about 7 so that the solubility of the compounds is less than about 0.4% in water at room or application temperature, but when R is alkylbenzene moiety, A is oxygen atom only and R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are hydrogen atoms only.

Abstract: The aqueous coating composition, which is particularly adaptable for use as a household floor polish or a temporary protective coating for various articles, contains a non-volatile, solid film former, such as an acrylic copolymer, dispersed in the aqueous phase or base, and a water-soluble, acid-base indicator, such as thymolphthalein, which is colored at a pH above a predetermined level and is colorless at a lower pH. Upon being applied on the surface of a substrate, a substantially colorless film is formed thereon upon the evaporation of the water and the color indicator becomes an integral part of the dried film. Upon the application of an aqueous alkaline cleaning or stripping solution having a pH above that required to effect a color change of the color indicator, (e.g., above about 11.6 when thymolphthalein is used), the film changes to a distinctive color (e.g.

Abstract: The aqueous base polish composition, which is particularly adaptable for use as a household floor polish, contains a non-volatile, solid film former, such as an acrylic copolymer, dispersed in the aqueous phase or base, a water-soluble, acid-base indicator, such as thymolphthalein, which is colored at a pH above a predetermined level and is colorless at a lower pH, in a sufficient amount to impart a distinctive original color to the composition and a sufficient amount of an alkaline material, such as potassium hydroxide, to raise the overall pH of the composition above that predetermined level, e.g., above about 11 or higher. Upon being applied on the surface of flooring, the colored polish composition retains its original color for a finite period of time while in the liquid state, e.g., 30 seconds to 2 minutes, and becomes colorless as the water evaporates during formation of a protective film finish. The color indicator becomes an integral part of the dried clear and colorless film.

Abstract: A waxing and protective coating composition embodying the invention comprises a mixture of wax residue such as paraffin and microcrystalline wax, chlorinated solvent, petroleum distillate, and a nonionic surfactant such as nonylphenoxypoly-(ethyleneoxy)ethanol and a small amount of [N,N,N',N'-tetrakis (2-hydroxypropyl)ethylenediamine].