Abstract: The invention provides compositions for blow molding applications and other applications, where such compositions comprise a high molecular weight ethylene interpolymer and a low molecular weight ethylene polymer, and where the high molecular weight ethylene interpolymer has a density from 0.920 g/cm3 to 0.950 g/cm3, and an I21 from 0.05 to 1 dg/min, and where the low molecular weight ethylene polymer has density from 0.965 g/cm3 to 0.985 g/cm3, and an I2 from 600 to 2000 dg/min. The composition has a density from 0.950 g/cm3 to 0.970 g/cm3, and comprises greater from 45 to 80 weight percent of the high molecular component, and from 20 to 55 weight percent of the low molecular weight component, based on the sum weight of the high molecular weight component and the low molecular weight component. The invention also provides for methods of preparing said compositions and for articles prepared from the same.

Abstract: A method of, and apparatus for, profiling a tube to form at least one profiled product having a first open end and a second open end. The tube (30) is supported on a support (19) which supports the tube along at least a substantial part of the length of the tube corresponding to the product(s) to be formed. At least a portion of the tube is heated to form at least one heat-softened portion of the tube in the region(s) corresponding to the product(s) to be formed. A fluid pressure change (28) is applied to the region(s) of the tube corresponding to the product(s) to be formed to form at least one profiled product having a first open end, a second open end, and a predetermined shape with one or more three dimensional profile features.

Abstract: A multi-layer polymer composite film comprising at least a first layer of polymer material and a second layer of polymer material, at least one of the first layer and the second layer further including, a treated filler having a median particle size of about O.1 nm-1O ?m, the treated filler dispersed throughout the polymer material of the at least one of the first layer and the second layer.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method for manufacturing a blow moulded part with fixing elements, particularly an automotive equipment part, in which a body of the part is formed in a tool using blow moulding of a plastic blank, wherein an enclosed section of a fixing component for forming the fixing elements using blow moulding is entirely surrounded and enclosed by an outer surface of the plastic blank and a mounting section of the fixing component is formed unenclosed by and free of contact with the plastic blank. Further, the invention concerns a blow moulded part with fixing elements, particularly an equipment part.

Abstract: This invention relates to resilient product including a relatively soft workding section (2) secured to a surface of a relatively hard interlayer (4). An opposed surface of the interlayer (4) includes a mounting section (3) which functions to secure the resilient product to a support. The resilient product is particularly suitable for providing a sealing member or a resilient mounting member. The ability of the resilient product to be secured to a support, and remain secured to that support is a particular advantage.

Abstract: A dental floss product includes a length of dental floss wound about a core and contained within a dispenser. The filled dispenser is packaged in a blister pack consisting of a paperboard back and a clear bubble attaching the dispenser to the back. The dental floss is formed of a PLA fiber, preferably Ingeo™ fiber, which may be coated with a wax such as soywax. Further, the core and dispenser is formed from an injection molded PLA polymer resin, the bubble is formed from a blow molded PLA polymer resin, and the back is formed of paper, preferably recycled. Accordingly the dental floss, its dispenser, and its package are all made from annually renewable resources and all are biodegradable in a land fill environment and thus extremely environmentally responsible.

Abstract: A method for the preparation of a polymer film containing 300-600 gels/m2 of size in the range 100-2000 ?m as measured by an optical control system (OCS) as hereinbefore described, said film being derived from an ethylene-?-olefin copolymer is characterised in that said copolymer is prepared in a particle forming polymerisation process in the presence of a single site catalyst system. The preferred single site catalyst system comprises a metallocene and the preferred polymerisation process is a gas phase process. The invention is particularly directed to blown films.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a titanium dioxide based colour concentrate, suitable for colouring polyester materials, said concentrate comprising, based on the weight of the concentrate, more than 50% of titanium dioxide, up to 20% of at least one wax selected from the group of glycerol monostearate, hydrogenated castor oil and polyethoxylated glycols, and up to 30% of at least one polyester.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process to make a long fiber-reinforced thermoplastic concentrate wherein a continuous fiber strand is coated with an aqueous melt-kneaded thermoplastic dispersion, dried, and chopped.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of micro/nano imprinting, which applies soft mold, pre-shaping sealing film, and soft holder arrangements to the micro/nano structure imprinting process of the curved substrates. The method of the present invention can prevent the curved surface from crumbling, which may result from high gas pressuring, and can obtain uniform imprinting pressure distribution throughout the whole curved substrate. Moreover, replicating micro/nano structures onto double-sided curve, both convex and concave, surfaces can also be achieved.

Abstract: The present invention relates to impact-modified polycarbonate compositions comprising A) 50 to 99.4 parts by wt. (in each case based on the sum of the parts by weight of components A+B+C) of aromatic polycarbonate and/or aromatic polyester carbonate, B) 0.5 to 20 parts by wt. (in each case based on the sum of the parts by weight of components A+B+C) of graft polymer containing a silicone rubber or silicone/acrylate rubber, C) 0.1 to 30 parts by wt. (in each case based on the sum of the parts by weight of components A+B+C) of a salt of a phosphinic acid. which are distinguished by an optimum combination of good flameproofing, high heat distortion temperature, good mechanical properties and good resistance to chemicals, the use of the polycarbonate compositions for the production of shaped articles and the shaped articles themselves.

Abstract: Stabilizer compositions comprise phosphate of the formula (I) or (II), a phosphite of the formula (III), and a phenol of the formula (IV) as these formulas are defined herein. The stabilizer compositions are useful for stabilizing polymers. Methods for making stabilized polymer compositions involve intermixing the stabilizer compositions and the polymers, e.g., by extruding, pelletizing, and/or molding.

Abstract: Packaging/storage shaped articles, for example, opaque bottles suited for storing and shielding such products as milk away from the adverse effects of visible and UV radiation, are manufactured by first providing/formulating precursor compositions which include a polyester or polylactone thermoplastic matrix having at least one mineral filler distributed therethrough, the mineral filler containing a titanium oxide and/or zinc sulfide and also having from 2% to 40% by weight of the composition, and thence converting the composition into such packaging/storage shaped article, notably by injection-blow molding.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an injection molding process that improves recovery limited productivity. The present invention advantageously applies pressurized fluid within the nozzle of an injection molding machine to improve the machine's productivity. In accordance with one aspect of the invention, an existing or new injection molding machine is outfitted with a pressurized fluid system at the nozzle between the plasticizer barrel and the melt manifold. The use of a specialized nozzle and isolation valve allows the pressurized fluid to displace material within the nozzle and runner, ensuring the proper pressure is applied to the plastic resin within the mold during pack and hold while the plasticizing screw can begin its recovery cycle. Finally, the pressurized fluid can be evacuated from the nozzle melt stream area either via the fluid entrance or a fluid pin.

Abstract: A thermoforming method and objects prepared using the thermoforming method are described. Non-self-supporting, polymeric films are initially formed into a three-dimensional shaped film on a male mold and then transferred to a female mold while being supported by the male mold. The three-dimensional shaped film can be further thermoformed, reinforced, or a combination thereof on the female mold. The resulting object has a substantially uniform thickness across a major surface. The method can preserve the surface quality of the polymeric film used to prepare the three-dimensional objects.

Abstract: The present invention relates to reinforced polyamide molding compounds containing high-melting partially aromatic polyamides and flat glass fibers, in particular with a rectangular cross section, i.e., glass fibers with a noncircular cross-sectional area and a dimension ratio of the main cross-sectional axis to the secondary cross-sectional axis of 2 to 6, in particular 3 to 6, most especially preferably from 3.5 to 5.0. The present invention also relates to a method for manufacturing polyamide molding compounds and molded articles manufactured therefrom, i.e., in particular injection-molded parts. The inventive molded parts have a high transverse stiffness and transverse strength.

Abstract: Tissue engineering is a growing field where new materials are being developed for implantation into the body. One important area involves bone graft materials to replace areas of bone lost to trauma or disease. Traditionally, graft material may be harvested from the bone of the individual receiving the graft material. However, this requires an additional surgery and additional recovery. Bone also may be taken from others, or even cadavers, but this introduces biocompatibility problems as well as the risk of disease transfer. Ideally, a biocompatible material is sought that will act as a filler with appropriate mechanical strength, encourage bone healing, and degrade to allow new bone ingrowth without the risk of disease transfer. The present invention is a new composite bone graft material made from biocompatible poly(D,L-lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) and nano-sized hydroxyapatite particles exposed on its surface using a gas foaming particle leaching (GF/PL) method.

Abstract: A composition comprising an organic crystal having a minor axis length of from 3 to 100 nm and a major axis length of from 10 to 2,000 nm and a matrix material, wherein the organic crystal satisfies that (1) a surfactant is adsorbed on the organic crystal, (2) an inorganic ion is adsorbed on the organic crystal, (3) silicon oxide, titanium oxide, aluminum oxide, zirconium oxide, barium oxide or hydroxyapatite is bonded with the organic crystal, or (4) the organic crystal is modified with a group represented by the following formula (1): wherein L1 represents —O—, —S—, —CO— or others, n is 0 to 4, and R1 represents an organic group.

Abstract: The melt strength and hence the processing window of blends of polycarbonate and PBT can be enhanced without degradation in the surface appearance of the article produced when relatively minor amounts of certain selected polymers are added to the blend. For example, a composition that has a thermoforming processing window of at least 15° C. for an article having a weight that is more than 100 grams, may contain 15 to 80% by weight of a polycarbonate resin; 10 to 80% by weight of polybutylene terephthalate, and 1 to 15% by weight of a semicrystalline melt strength enhancer. The meklt strength enhancer is polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polycyclohexane-dimethyl terephthalate (PCT), polycyclohexanedimethyl terephthalate glycol (PCT-G), and (poly)ethylene co 1,4 cyclohexanedimethylene terephthlate (PET-G), or a combination thereof.

Abstract: Novel formulations comprising therapeutic agents, a surface tension-controlling agent, and a component that comprises both a humectant and a viscosity-controlling agent for use in thermal droplet ejecting devices are disclosed. The formulations are useful for maintaining controlled and reliable dosage of the therapeutic agent via pulmonary delivery.

Abstract: A method for forming a composite structure, using a mandrel that is later removed from the composite structure, involves production of a mandrel by depositing a particulate mixture, including an aggregate and a binder, into a mold and removing the mandrel from the mold. The mandrel may be treated while still in the mold by heating, curing with an agent, microwave energy, or by some combination thereof. Once finished, the mandrel can be used in manufacturing polymer and/or composite components. The mandrel can also be include materials that can be easily removed from the finished composite structure by water, shakeout, chemically dissolving, or by some combination thereof.

Abstract: According to the present invention, a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic resin molded article in which monofilamentous carbon fibers are contained in a thermoplastic resin in a high content, such fibers having long fiber lengths and being randomly arranged, is provided. Also, a molding material comprising monofilamentous carbon fibers and monofilamentous thermoplastic resin fibers, in which the carbon fibers are contained in a high content, such fibers having long fiber lengths and being randomly arranged, is provided. In addition, a method for producing a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic resin molded article, comprising molding the molding material by compression molding, is provided.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a molding system for creating a molded-in-color panel has a first mold member with a first forming surface for forming a portion of a panel with an exposed surface. The molding system has a second mold member having a second forming surface for forming a concealed portion of the panel. One of the first and second mold members is translatable relative to the other to collectively receive a heated molded-in-color resin to form the panel. The molding system has an injector for injecting molded-in-color resin into the mold. The second forming surface is sufficiently smooth so that the exposed surface of the panel is free of visible flow lines.

Abstract: A multilayer plastic container comprises a layer of a polypropylene and an intermediate layer directly adjacent the layer of polypropylene wherein at least one of the polypropylene and intermediate layers comprises an adhesive such as maleic anhydride incorporated therein to adhere the layer of polypropylene to the layer of EVOH.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for making a closure having (i) a top portion, and (ii) a latch member that includes an actuator portion and a follower portion, the follower portion including a blocking structure. The process includes providing a mold assembly that defines a space therein which corresponds to the closure, the mold assembly including (i) a first mold portion that defines a first subspace which corresponds to the actuator portion, and (ii) a second mold portion that defines a second subspace which corresponds to the blocking structure. The process further includes advancing a material into the space so as to form the closure. The process also includes moving the second mold portion in relation to the first mold portion after the advancing step so as to remove the actuator portion from the first subspace.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition suitable for use in the production of a fuel cell bipolar plate having improved electrical conductivity and mechanical strength. The composition for a fuel cell bipolar plate can include about 100 parts by weight of a basic resin composition including about 10 to about 50 parts by weight of polyphenylene sulfide as a thermoplastic resin and about 50 to 90 parts by weight of a conductive filler and about 0.01 to about 30 parts by weight of a disulfide compound. The composition can improve impregnation of the conductive filler into the thermoplastic resin.

Abstract: A composition comprises, based on the total weight of the composition: from 10 to 80 wt. % of a modified polybutylene terephthalate copolymer that (1) is derived from polyethylene terephthalate component selected from the group consisting of polyethylene terephthalate and polyethylene terephthalate copolymers and (2) has at least one residue derived from the polyethylene terephthalate component; from 10 to 80 wt. % of a polycarbonate; from 0 to 20 wt. % of an impact modifier; from 1 to less than 25 wt. % of a reinforcing filler; from 0.1 to less than 2.5 wt. % of a fibrillated fluoropolymer; from 0 to 5 wt. % of an additive selected from the group consisting of antioxidants, mold release agents, colorants, quenchers, stabilizers, and combinations thereof. The composition has a heat deflection temperature of at least 110° C., measured in accordance with to ASTM D648 on 3.2 mm thick molded bars at 0.455 MPa.

Abstract: A polyester composition comprising a reaction product of: 65-94.5 weight percent of a polyester having a weight average molecular weight of greater than or equal to 70,000 g/mol, of the formula wherein each T is a C6-10 aromatic group derived from a dicarboxylic acid and D is a C2-4 aliphatic group derived from a dihydroxy compound; 5-30 weight percent of an impact modifier copolymer comprising units derived from a C2-20 olefin and units derived from a glycidyl(meth)acrylate; and 0.5-5 weight percent of a particulate fluoropolymer encapsulated by a copolymer having a Tg of greater 10° C. and comprising units derived from a monovinyl aromatic monomer and units derived from a C3-6 monovinylic monomer; and wherein the composition has less than 70 weight percent of a polyester derived from a dicarboxylic acid and an aliphatic diol selected from the group consisting of 1,3-propylene glycol, neopentyl glycol, 1,5-pentanediol, 1,6-hexanediol, decamethylene glycol, cyclohexanediol, and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol.

Abstract: A polyester composition comprising a reaction product of 50 to 95 wt. % of a polyester having a number average molecular weight of greater than or equal to 42,450 g/mol, wherein the polyester is of the formula wherein T is a divalent C6-10 aromatic group derived from a dicarboxylic acid, and D is a divalent C2-4 aliphatic group derived from a dihydroxy compound; 16 to 25 wt. % of a carboxy reactive impact modifier; and more than 0 to 5 wt. % of a fluoropolymer; wherein the composition has less than 70 wt. % of a polyester derived from a dicarboxylic acid and an aliphatic diol component selected from 1,3-propylene glycol, neopentyl glycol, 1,5-pentanediol, 1,6-hexanediol, decamethylene glycol, cyclohexanediol, and 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol.

Abstract: An insert for protecting articles to be stored in a protective case. The insert is generally hollow and formed of a flexible thermoplastic material. The insert may be formed by a blow-molding process. The insert is shaped to fit within a protective case, which is also often formed by a blow-molded process. The material used to form the insert is less dense than that of the material used to form the protective case, and therefore the insert material is less stiff, softer, and more flexible.

Abstract: The instant invention is a high-density polyethylene compositions, and method of making the same. The high-density polyethylene composition of the instant invention includes a first component, and a second component. The first component is a high molecular weight ethylene alpha-olefin copolymer having a density in the range of 0.915 to 0.940 g/cm3, and a melt index (I21) in the range of 0.5 to 10 g/10 minutes. The second component is a low molecular weight ethylene polymer having a density in the range of 0.965 to 0.980 g/cm3, and a melt index (I2) in the range of 50 to 1500 g/10 minutes. The high-density polyethylene composition has a melt index (I2) of at least 1, a density in the range of 0.950 to 0.960 g/cm3, and g? of equal or greater than 1.

Abstract: A laminate board for use as a cutting board is disclosed having a core made of a resin-impregnated cellulosic material and a first wood veneer bonded to an exterior of the core. A second wood veneer bonded to an exterior of the core opposite the first wood veneer may be used to create a double-faced laminate board. The use of multiple barrier layers interposed between the core and the wood veneers prevents leaching of resin material into the veneers. Preferably, the core of the board is made of a laminate of phenolic-impregnated papers. A second resin-impregnated cellulosic material provides the barrier protection between the veneer and core layers. Preferably, the resin-impregnated barrier layer is made from at least one of either acrylic-impregnated paper, styrene-butadiene impregnated paper, acrylic-coated paper, catalyzed (fast or slow cycle) melamine-impregnated paper, and blends thereof. The method of manufacturing the board is also disclosed.

Abstract: There is disclosed a collective mounting method of electronic components in which a plurality of electronic components can uniformly be pressed to an insulating layer in a short time in a case where the electronic components and a resin layer are fixed. To manufacture a semiconductor-embedded substrate 200 in which a plurality of semiconductor devices 220 are embedded, after disposing the plurality of semiconductor devices 220 on an unhardened resin layer 212, this is stored in a container 31 of a pressurizing and heating unit 3, the plurality of semiconductor devices 220 are simultaneously, collectively and isotropically pressurized by use of an internal gas in the container 31 as a pressure medium to simultaneously press the plurality of semiconductor devices 220 to the unhardened resin layer 212, and the resin layer 212 is heated and hardened.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a diamond composite, includes: a) mixing diamonds with additives, the mixture comprising at least 50 wt % and less than 95 wt % of diamonds and more than 5 wt % additives; b) forming a work piece from the mixture using a pressure of at least 100 Mpa; c) heating the formed work piece to at least 300° C. for removing possible water and wholly or partially removing additives; d) heating the work piece and controlling the heating temperature and heating time so that a certain desired amount of graphite is created by graphitization of diamonds, wherein the amount of graphite created by graphitization is 3-50 wt % of the amount of diamond; e) infiltrating silicon or silicon alloy into the work piece.

Abstract: In accordance with the invention, a mold for imprinting a patterned region by imprint lithography is provided with a peripheral groove around the patterned region. The groove is connected, as by channels through the mold, to a switchable source for gas removal to prevent bubbles and for the application of pressurized gas to separate the mold and substrate. In use, the mold is disposed adjacent the moldable surface and gas is withdrawn from the patterned region through the groove as the mold is pressed toward and into the moldable surface. At or near the end of the imprinting, the process is switched from removal of gas to the application of pressurized gas. The pressurized gas passes through the groove and separates or facilitates separation of the mold and the moldable surface.

Abstract: A method of controlling the opening and closing of a book-type blow mold that is used to produce containers from a thermoplastic material, such as PET, by blowing or blow-drawing heated preforms. The mold includes at least two mold halves which can be moved away from one another by rotating the same around a shared fixed pivot pin. The two mold halves are opened asymmetrically on either side of the parting plane thereof and, as a result, the mold half that is open the most forms a larger passage for introducing an auxiliary member, such as a clamp arm, into the mold.

Abstract: A method of producing an injection-molded plastics article having a hollow interior, such as a pipe section comprising the steps of forming a mold cavity having outer dye parts and an inner mandrill to define an annular mold cavity. Then introducing plastics material into the mold cavity and delivering a pressurized fluid to the interface between the mandrill and the inner surface of the molded article through passages in the mandrill opening to the surface thereof, and withdrawing the mandrill while maintaining the outer dye parts in a closed condition. In addition, an apparatus for producing such hollow molded article, the hollow molded article itself, and a method of lining an aged, broken or damaged pre-existing pipeline are also described.

Abstract: A plastic container and closure and method of making the same. The container can include a solid bottom end, an outer sidewall extending from the solid bottom end, and a neck portion extending from the outer sidewall to create an open end of the container. The neck portion may have a spout portion having an aperture formed therein. The spout portion can be inverted to form a flange receptacle. The closure can include a sealing portion which includes a first receptacle, a spring portion that includes a second receptacle, and a planar center area configured in the center of the closure and extending inward from the spring portion. The container may be filled with a product and the closure secured to the container, over the open end, to create a primary seal and a secondary seal. When the closure is secured to the container, the spring portion can exert a sealing pressure against the neck portion of the container to create the primary seal.

Abstract: A vehicle HVAC system includes a HVAC components such as a duct, vent, manually adjustable airflow control head, toggle or housing manufactured from a molded plastic material having an antimicrobial additive. The antimicrobial additive is preferably introduced as an additive during molding of the HVAC components that are typically injection or blow molded parts. Usage of a plastic having an antimicrobial additive continuously fights the growth of microbes such as most common bacteria, yeasts, molds and fungi that cause stains, odors and product degradation that can cause stains, odors and product degradation. The antimicrobial additive becomes an integral part of the HVAC components and therefore is maintenance free.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition comprising (a) from about 5 to about 50 weight % mEPDM; and (b) from about 95 weight % to about 50 weight % of a first mPE, wherein the weight % is based on the total weight of the mEPDM and the mPE. This invention further relates to films and articles made from the compositions and methods of making the compositions, films and articles.

Abstract: A multi-layered nonwoven having a printed layer comprises a pair of outer layers, with each of the outer layers comprising a carded web. An inner layer is disposed between the outer layers and includes printed indicia, which may be in the form of text, graphics, colors, or other suitable indicia. The inner layer is bonded to each of the outer layers by hydroentanglement. A method of making such a nonwoven may include the steps of providing a pair of outer layers comprising carded webs, providing a pulp inner layer having printed indicia, positioning the inner layer between the outer layers, passing the outer layers and the inner layer together through a hydroentangling system to secure the inner layer to each of the outer layers to form a web, and drying the web.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of making a film, and to a die for making the film. The fluid die includes a fluid feed manifold connected to a housing having positioned therein at least one fluid feed channel in fluid communication with the fluid feed manifold. The housing also includes at least one profiling block within the fluid feed channel.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of producing an impact-type cylindrical vibration-damping device comprising the steps of: preparing a main rubber elastic body of hollow cylindrical shape including a mass installation groove open in an outer circumferential surface thereof and a slit extending over an entire axial length thereof; expanding the elastic body at the slit in order to mount the elastic body about a rod shaped vibrating member through the slit from a radially outer side such that the elastic body has an abutting inner surface adapted to come into abutting contact against the vibrating member at a portion where a radial distance between an inner circumferential surface of the elastic body and an outer circumferential surface of the vibrating member is smallest; preparing a mass member separately from the elastic body; and fixing the mass member to the elastic body by fitting the mass member onto the mass installation groove.

Abstract: A composition comprising: (1) from 50 to 99 wt % of a modified, random copolyetherester containing: (i) a modified, random polybutylene terephthalate copolymer block that is derived from a polyethylene terephthalate component selected from the group consisting of polyethylene terephthalate and polyethylene terephthalate copolymers and combinations thereof; and that contains at least one residue derived from the polyethylene terephthalate component; and (ii) a polyalkylene oxide copolymer block that is derived from a polyethylene terephthalate component and polyalkylene oxide glycol, and contains polyalkylene oxide and at least one residue derived from the polyethylene terephthalate component; and (2) from 1 to 50 wt % of a polyester; wherein the copolyetherester, the polyester, and optionally any additives, are present in a total amount of 100 wt %.

Abstract: The present invention is a process for the production of polyarylene sulfide based resin, wherein in washing a polyarylene sulfide based resin with a mixed solvent of an aprotic organic solvent and water in a softened or molten state, the polyarylene sulfide based resin partially dissolved in the washing liquid is recovered, to be specific, the polyarylene sulfide based resin dissolved in the washing liquid is precipitated, separated and recovered by cooling the washing liquid after washing and/or adding water to the washing liquid, and it is reused. According to the present invention, capable of being provided is a process for the production of polyarylene sulfide based resin in which the polyarylene sulfide based resin formed by polymerization is scarcely lost in washing the above resin with a solvent.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for producing a three-dimensional composite structure and a method for producing the mold for the three-dimensional composite structure. The mold is formed of at least one rigid die member and a second thermoplastic die member. The second thermoplastic die member is formed by coupling a rubber flexible pattern to a surface of the first die member. Vacuum or pressure is applied to a heated thermoplastic sheet to cause the heated thermoplastic sheet to deform about the flexible pattern, thereby forming the second die. Strips of reinforced polymer thermoset pre-preg material are then positioned within the cavities formed by the flexible pattern and are allowed to cure. Optionally, heat, pressure, and vacuum may be applied to the mold construction to facilitate the curing of the thermoset materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) comprising: contacting a thermoplastic polymer, a cross-linkable elastomer, at least one curative, and at least one cure activator in a solvent to form Composition A. The solvent is then removed, and thereafter the cross-linkable elastomer is at least partially cured. The average particle size of the cross-linkable elastomer is 10 microns or less after the solvent is removed.

Abstract: Defects in a blow molding process are reduced or eliminated by providing a small amount of a low molecular weight polyethylene glycol to the composition blow molded.

Abstract: An ultraviolet (UV) light curable formulation useful for repairing composite materials, comprising: an acrylic oligomer, an acrylic monomer, and a photoinitiator. This formulation may include fiberglass. The photoinitiator can be a combination of a bis-acylphosphine oxide and an alpha hydroxy ketone. The formulation can cure rapidly, such as in about 20 minutes. The cured formulation can have a Tg above 150° C.

Abstract: A resin molding device, resin molding method and resin molded product capable of guiding a sink to an optional position to perform a precise molding. A resin molding metal mold includes a gate formed in the central part of a cavity, a stepped part increasing the opening diameter of the cavity in the circumferential direction orthogonal to the flowing direction of a molten resin introduced into the cavity from the gate, and a fine outside air inlet part circumferentially formed on the outer part from the stepped part. The outside air inlet part is formed of a porous material and allowed to communicate with the outside of the resin molding metal mold through a communicating passage.