Abstract: There is provided a method of making a heat treated (HT) coated article to be used in shower door applications, window applications, or any other suitable applications where transparent coated articles are desired. For example, certain embodiments of this invention relate to a method of making a coated article including a step of heat treating a glass substrate coated with at least a layer of or including diamond-like carbon (DLC) and an overlying protective film thereon. In certain example embodiments, the protective film may be of or include an oxide of zinc. Following and/or during heat treatment (e.g., thermal tempering, or the like) the protective film may be removed. Other embodiments of this invention relate to the pre-HT coated article, or the post-HT coated article.

Abstract: An easily removable coating or paint which is a formulation of acrylic acid polymers and a urethane polymer preferably two acrylic acid polymers are used, one with a relatively high acid number and hardness temperature (glass transition) (Tg) and the other with a lower acid number and hardness temperature (Tg). This removable paint is applied to a surface by roller, screen printing, spraying or brushing and can be removed by a remover which is basically an alkali material with a surfactant. The remover needs to be agitated and allowed to set for a few minutes and then washed away with water. Ammonium hydroxide with surfactant and acrylic thickeners in water is one remover. Another remover is a combination of more than one alkalis, solvent, surfactants and thickeners.

Abstract: Boron nitride coated fibers, and composite articles comprising such fibers, are described herein. These fibers can be desized and coated in one continuous process, without requiring purging in between processing steps. The fibers may be heated up in an ammonia atmosphere, and then be contacted with a reaction mixture, which comprises a boron source and a nitrogen source. Once coated, the fibers may be utilized in a ceramic matrix composite.

Abstract: Provided are a microfluidic chip and a method of fabricating the same. The microfluidic chip includes: a lower substrate; an upper substrate formed of a silicone resin, wherein the lower substrate and the upper substrate, bonded together, provide a channel through which a fluid can flow and a chamber to receive the fluid; and an organic thin film formed on the upper surface of the lower substrate except for portions on which the lower substrate and the upper substrate are attached to each other.

Abstract: A removable hydrophobic composition, a removable hydrophobic coating layer and a fabrication method thereof are provided. The removable hydrophobic composition comprises 0.1-50 parts by weight of nano-particles having diameters smaller than 100 nm and of which surfaces are modified with silicon hydride compound, 0.1-5 parts by weight of an adhesion regulator or adhesion inhibitor, 100 parts by weight of a solvent, and 0.1-50 parts by weight of a polymer compound.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is provided for applying a plaster-like coating material to the decorative exposed surface of a preform workpiece. The apparatus comprises; means for mechanically advancing a workpiece along the apparatus along a straight horizontal axis over a non-continuous surface; means for engaging the bottom portion of a workpiece to constrain lateral and vertical movement as the workpiece passes along the apparatus; and means for applying a desired thickness of plaster-like coating material to a decorative surface of an advancing workpiece. Both the method and apparatus provide on a consistent basis, a smooth coating with a controlled thickness tightly bonded to the entire exposed decorative surface of a workpiece. The method and apparatus provide a simple, efficient, cost effective and reliable means for applying a plaster-like coating to the exposed decorative surface of a workpiece for use on a commercial scale in the construction industry.

Abstract: This disclosure features use of a paper or polymer film that includes a slip agent that can transfer to its surfaces. Once the paper or film is pressed against a glass sheet, this will leave a thin surface roughness of slip agent that can prevent or reduce glass surface scratches from other surfaces or particles during shipping or finishing (e.g., cutting to size, conveyance of glass), thereby improving the yield of glass shipments between glass forming plants and customers. The thin discontinuous layer of slip agent remaining on the glass surface can be washed off easily in subsequent washing processes. The paper or film can have the slip agent imbibed within the paper or coated on it as a surface member.

Abstract: A method for improving adhesion between ophthalmic glass including a hydrophobic and/or oil-repellent substrate coating and an adhesive holding pad associated with a glass trimming device including applying a temporary layer on the hydrophobic and/or oil-repellent substrate coating, the temporary layer imparting to the ophthalmic glass a surface energy of at least 15 mJ/m2 is provided.

Abstract: An intermediate material which is adapted to manufacture a circuit board includes a prepreg sheet having a through-hole provided therein, a first film provided on a surface of the prepreg sheet and having a first hole communicating with the through-hole, a second film provided on another surface of the prepreg sheet and having a second hole communicating with the through-hole, and a conductive paste filling the though-hole, the first hole, and the second hole. The thickness t1 of the prepreg sheet, the minimum diameter rmin of the through-hole, the thickness tf1 of the first film, the diameter rf1 of the first hole, the thickness tf2 of the second film, the diameter rf2 of the second hole satisfy a relation: rf1/tf1?3, rf2/tf2?3, and rmin/(t1+tf1+tf2)?1.5. This intermediate material provides a circuit board having a fine via-conductor connected to a metal foil securely and stably.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of manufacturing a copper-clad laminate for Via-On-Pad application. The pad includes the steps of providing a first copper foil layer and a second copper foil layer, on the first surfaces of which protective layers are formed; placing two sets of a first copper foil layer, an insulating layer and a second copper foil layer above and below an adhesive layer, respectively; removing the protective layers, which have been respectively formed on the second copper foil layers, and parts of the second copper foil layers; forming via holes by removing parts of the insulating layers through the regions from which the parts of the second copper foil layers have been removed, using laser processing; and forming two copper-clad laminates by removing the protective layers, which have been respectively formed on one surface of one first copper foil layer and one surface of the other first copper foil layer, and the adhesive layer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a label comprising a substrate film, or a substrate film and an intermediate film, wherein either or both of the substrate film and the intermediate film have through-holes, and a method for preparing the same. The method for preparing the label causes no generation of defects, and shows an excellent production rate and work efficiency. The label has no possibility of forgery, and shows clear marking characteristics. In addition, the label has a simple structure and excellent printability and cost efficiency, causes no degradation of the quality with time, shows high chemical resistance and heat resistance, is free from various contaminants during use, and is provided with low initial adhesion but high permanent adhesion.

Abstract: The invention relates to an aqueous coating composition for forming a peelable temporary coating on a substrate, said aqueous coating composition comprising at least one water based film-forming polymer, characterized in that the composition additionally comprises solid particles of an amino resin based polymer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a coated substrate including a substrate coating applied to at least one substantially flat surface of the substrate, the coating including at least one of an axial concavity and a circumferential curvature, the substrate being configured for disposal parametrically about a moving component.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for protecting exterior surfaces of automobiles and other products, or components of products, against abrasion, abrasive dust, water, acid rain, etc. The methods involve applying to a surface a protective coating composition comprising a polyvinyl butyrate emulsion and a relatively inert extender. The emulsion is dried to form a water-resistant protective coating that can be removed from the underlying surface by peeling when no longer desired.

Abstract: A method for forming temporary protective coatings and bondable surfaces is disclosed. In the method, a soluble layer is disposed on a material surface, such as the interior surfaces of cell walls of a web material. The soluble material is then removed or leached from the web material to form and expose a roughly textured, bondable surface for bonding with another material, such as AVCOAT insulation. Use of the soluble layer, therefore, enhances the bondability of any surface that requires good adhesion, such as where the surface is difficult to reach for conventional surface preparation techniques.

Abstract: The method of manufacturing a nozzle plate comprises the steps of: applying a protective sheet to a first surface of a nozzle plate in which nozzles are to be formed; forming holes which pass through the nozzle plate and have bottoms inside the protective sheet, from a side of a second surface of the nozzle plate reverse to the first surface; filling a filling material into the holes, from the side of the second surface; peeling away the protective sheet after the filling step; forming a liquid-repelling film on the first surface of the nozzle plate after the peeling step; and removing the filling material after the liquid-repelling film forming step.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pre-packaged kit and a method for creating unique multi-toned custom patterns or camouflage on a surface, and in particular the surfaces of a firearm. The multi-toned custom patterns or camouflage are created by separating or peeling off pre-cut stencil/templates from sheet or roll stock adhesive backed masking material and applying the stencil/templates to a surface. The surface is subsequently sprayed with coatings, finishers and sealants. Additional layers of stencil/templates are then added and sprayed with various colors or tones of coatings, finishers and sealants to complete the desired effect on the firearm surface.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a method for forming a layer having functionality including a conductive layer and a colored layer and a flexible substrate having a layer having functionality with a high yield. Further, it is an object of the present invention to provide a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device that is small-sized, thin, and lightweight. After coating a substrate having heat resistance with a silane coupling agent, a layer having functionality is formed. Then, after attaching an adhesive to the layer having functionality, the layer having functionality is peeled from the substrate. Further, after coating a substrate having heat resistance with a silane coupling agent, a layer having functionality is formed. Then, an adhesive is attached to the layer having functionality. Thereafter, the layer having functionality is peeled from the substrate, and a flexible substrate is attached to the layer having functionality.

Abstract: The present invention is a passive means of treating athlete's foot and/or other foot related skin ailments (i.e., toenail fungus, cracked heals, etc.) while taking a shower. The user would purchase the system which is comprised of a plastic or stainless steel cage, and a medicinal or herbal fragrance tablet similar to a urinal cake in size. The cage uses a suction cup or other means to attach to the side or floor of a bathtub or shower stall, and is hinged and opens to accept the tablet. As the user showers, the impact of water off the body and surrounding walls dissolve the tablet over time, thus treating the user's feet by coming into contact with the medicated water. The herbal or fragrance tablets could be used by a person that doesn't suffer from athlete's foot but enjoys an aromatic or skin softening effect.

Abstract: A method of fabricating a micromechanical device. Several of the micromechanical devices are fabricated 20 on a common wafer. After the devices are fabricated, the sacrificial layers are removed 22 leaving open spaces where the sacrificial layers once were. These open spaces allow for movement of the components of the micromechanical device. The devices optionally are passivated 24, which may include the application of a lubricant. After the devices have been passivated, they are tested 26 in wafer form. After testing 26, any surface treatments that are not compatible with the remainder of the processing steps are removed 28. The substrate wafer containing the completed devices receives a conformal overcoat 30. The overcoat layer is thick enough to project the micromechanical structures, but thin and light enough to prevent deforming the underlying micromechanical structures.

Abstract: This invention provides a masking material that can be used to protect an underling surface (e.g., an automobile surface) during an overcoating (e.g., painting) operation. The masking material in one embodiment includes a thickener and a pH control agent and water. The masking material can be applied to a surface that is to be protected from paint overspray or other coating processes, allowed to dry, and the surface then coated (e.g., with paint). After drying of the paint, or other coating, the masking material can removed by water washing.

Abstract: A method of developing a resist layer includes providing a substrate comprising an exposed resist layer formed on a surface of the substrate, applying a developer to the substrate, applying a rinsing liquid to the substrate, and rotating the substrate. By influencing a rotation-induced vibration of the substrate, an agglomeration of dissolved out resist components is suppressed. Moreover, an apparatus for developing a resist layer is described.

Abstract: A method of making a coated article including a carbon based layer on glass over a low-E coating is provided. Both a low-E coating and a carbon based layer are provided on a glass substrate. The carbon based layer (e.g., DLC) protects the low-E coating.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for treating an ophthalmic lens comprising two main sides the first one of which comprises a thin external organic or inorganic layer, comprising:—at least one treatment step for the second lens side through energetic and/or reactive species capable to perform a surface physical attack and/or chemical modification,—in option, at least one or more steps for depositing inorganic or organic layers carried out simultaneously or subsequently to the treatment step through said energetic and/or reactive species, characterized in that before the treatment step through energetic and/or reactive species, a deposition of a temporary protective layer is performed onto the thin external organic or inorganic layer. Application to ophthalmic optics.

Abstract: An exemplary method for set retarding the surface of a mortar or concrete material, comprising applying to the surface of a mortar or concrete, or to the inner surface of a mold for forming the mortar or concrete, a hot melt coating composition which is heated to assume a flowable or sprayable form, and allowing the hot melt coating composition to cool to ambient temperature whereby the composition forms a solidified membrane, and thereafter removing the membrane. Preferably, the hot melt coating composition contains at least one agent operative to retard the setting of the mortar or concrete, and optional finely divided particulate materials, light-reflective pigments, or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A mixed fluid obtained by mixing and stirring a high pressure fluid and a plating solution containing fine particles is contacted with a body to be plated to form a composite plating film. When an inkjet recording head is manufactured, a protective film 14 for plating is formed on a surface on a side opposite to an ink jet side of a nozzle plate 11 and, preferably, a mixed fluid obtained by mixing and stirring supercritical carbon dioxide, and a plating solution containing liquid repellent fine particles and a surfactant is contacted with a nozzle plate to form a composite plating film 16 on a surface on an ink jet side. After plating, the protective film for plating is removed from the nozzle plate.

Abstract: Selectively accelerated or selectively inhibited metal deposition is performed to form metal structures of an electronic device. A desired pattern of an accelerator or of an inhibitor is applied to the substrate; for example, by stamping the substrate with a patterned stamp or spraying a solution using an inkjet printer. In other embodiments, a global layer of accelerator or inhibitor is applied to a substrate and selectively modified in a desired pattern. Thereafter, selective metal deposition is performed.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing liquid crystal alignment film of the present invention comprises the steps of: (1) aligning a transparent substrate film by rubbing; (2) laminating a surface protective sheet having a release force of 0.5 N/50 mm or less onto an aligned face of the transparent substrate; (3) coating a liquid crystal material comprising a liquid crystal monomer and/or a liquid crystal polymer onto the aligned face after releasing the surface protective sheet; and (4) fixing the liquid crystal material after aligning the liquid crystal material. The method can make satisfactorily align the liquid crystal material on the substrate.

Abstract: To provide a resin composition for e.g. a temporary fixing adhesive which has a high adhesive strength and which is readily removable in water, and a temporary fixing method for a member by means thereof. A resin composition comprising component (A): N,N-diethylacrylamide and/or N-isopropylacrylamide, component (B): at least one member selected from the group consisting of a homopolymer of N-vinyl-2-pyrrolidone, a homopolymer of N,N-dimethylacrylamide, a homopolymer of N,N-diethylacrylamide, a homopolymer of acryloylmorpholine, a homopolymer of N-isopropylacrylamide, and a copolymer of at least two monomers selected from the group consisting of N-vinyl-2-pyrrodidone, N,N-dimethylacrylamide, N,N-diethylacrylamide, acryloylmorpholine and N-isopropylacrylamide, and component (C): a polymerization initiator. A temporary fixing method for a member and a surface protecting method for a member, by means the resin composition.

Abstract: A method for treating an ophthalmic lens comprising two main sides, wherein at least one side comprises an organic or mineral external layer coated with a MgF2 temporary protective layer, said method comprising the specific treating step of depositing the MgF2 temporary protective layer on the external layer through vacuum evaporation at a speed lower than or equal to 0.5 nm/s. The lens obtained from the above method is capable of being submitted to a trimming operation within 48 hours after the ophthalmic lens has been treated, i.e. after the various layers have been deposited.

Abstract: An aqueous based concrete curing compound is made easily removable by including in the composition polyvinylpyrrolidone or other water-soluble, readily redissolvable, film-forming polymer resin.

Abstract: Disclosed is a concrete curing blanket including an impervious layer, an absorbent layer and a responsive layer between the impervious layer and the absorbent layer that exhibits a response corresponding to one or more conditions related to curing concrete. Methods of making and curing concrete with same also are disclosed.

Abstract: A process for making silicon ingots using a multi-part, reusable, graphite crucible of at least two mold pieces configured for assembly into an open top mold having an interior surface functional as a mold cavity for receiving molten silicon; removing or reducing a prior applied release coating from the interior surface until a uniformly smooth finish is achieved; coating the interior surface with a first layer of release coating comprising silicon nitride; coating the interior surface with a second layer of release coat comprising silica suspended in water; coating the interior surface with a third layer of release coat comprising silicon nitride; curing the release coat on said crucible; casting a silicon ingot in the crucible; and then repeating the prior steps multiple times.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of protecting a surface of an automobile body covered by an automobile finish which comprises applying a continuous coating of an automobile protectant finish composition to the surface, which composition comprises, before drying, an aqueous solution or emulsion comprising a film-forming, an or methacrylic acid co-polymer; and removing excess water from said coating to form a continuous coating of said copolymer on said surface.

Abstract: A method of protecting a surface includes applying to the surface a protective composition containing an aqueous wax emulsion. The composition prevents or reduces degradation of the surface of equipment in a facility where the surface is contacted by alkali metal silicate solutions. The compositions are useful, for example, in facilities for treating poultry or other meat carcasses with alkali metal silicates, in facilities for manufacturing detergents, in paper mills, and in any other facility using liquid alkali metal silicate.

Abstract: A temporary protective coating is provided over a coated glass substrate. The temporary protective coating is preferably applied in liquid form then solidified on the substrate. In some instances, the temporary protective coating may be easily removed by simply peeling it off. In certain example embodiments, the temporary protective coating is applied after heat treatment and is removed by peeling it off before the coated substrate is coupled to another substrate to form a window unit such as an IG window unit or a laminated vehicle windshield.

Abstract: A method for successively functionalizing a substrate whose surface is provided with at least two areas (1, 2) made up of different materials, with at least one chemical substrate, characterized in that the functionalization is carried out without masking and consists (a) in functionalizing a first area (1) without masking the second area (2) or possible successive areas by transforming the substrate with the aid of a chemical substance X1, wherein the first area material reactivity is greater with respect to the reactivity of the substance X1 than the reactivity of the other possible successive areas with respect thereto, and (b1) in treating the second area (2) or the other possible successive areas with a chemical substance Y1 for removing reaction products deposited on said areas during the functionalization from the areas of the substance X1 and/or the possible successive areas without damaging the functionalized surface of the first area.

Abstract: A temporary protective coating is provided over a coated glass substrate. The temporary protective coating is preferably applied in an aqueous dispersion then solidified on the substrate. In some instances, the temporary protective coating may be removed by treatment with a basic solution. In certain example embodiments, the temporary protective coating is applied after heat treatment before the coated substrate is coupled to another substrate to form a window unit such as an IG window unit or a laminated vehicle windshield.

Abstract: Methods for applying and curing powder coatings, and for imparting a surface effect, e.g., texture or smoothness, to powder coated surfaces are provided. Preferred methods include pressing a textured release medium against the uncured powder coating and then curing the coating to form a thermally stable powder coating surface with the negative image of the texture on the release medium on its surface.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for treating an ophthalmic lens comprising two main sides, wherein at least one side comprises an organic or mineral external layer coated with a MgF2 temporary protective layer, comprising one of the following treating steps: a liquid phase chemical treatment of the temporary protective layer, leading to the formation of MgO and/or Mg(OH)2 in and/or on the temporary protective layer; or a deposit of at least one non-fluorinated metallic oxide and/or of at least one non fluorinated metallic hydroxide on the temporary protective layer through transfer thereof from an electrostatic film or through vacuum evaporation thereof directly on the temporary protective layer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for coating or decoating a component, in particular a gas turbine component, wherein, in order to regionally or partially coat or decoat a component, the component is preferably completely covered with a covering medium, and wherein the covering medium is removed from only those surface regions of the component in which the coating or decoating of the component is supposed to take place, so that a surface region of the component which is not to be coated or decoated is covered by the covering medium. According to the invention, the covering medium is removed by means of water jet machining.

Abstract: Coating compositions and methods of applying them.

Abstract: Methods of temporarily protecting an exterior surface of a structure, an interior hard surface, and an automobile part, including the step of applying to the surface a solution including a water-soluble polymer, and allowing the solution to dry, thereby forming a water-soluble polymer coating on the surface, is disclosed. The protective coating can thereafter be removed by washing the surface with water, such as with a power sprayer, taking with it any secondary substance which has coated it or otherwise has been bound to it.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for removing contaminant material (e.g., graffiti) from a substrate, comprising: applying a coating composition to the substrate, the coating composition comprising water, a water-soluble film forming polymer, a wetting agent and a thixotropic additive; dehydrating the aqueous composition and/or crosslinking the polymer to form a sacrificial barrier coating; depositing the contaminant material on the barrier coating; and removing at least part of the barrier coating and the contaminant material from the substrate.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for production of a coated substrate, whereby at least one functional layer is deposited on the substrate from the vapor phase by means of chemical or physical deposition of a coating material and a temporary protective layer is applied to the functional layer by means of evaporation of a salt, in particular, an alkali metal halide. The invention further relates to a coated substrate with at least one functional layer and a temporary protective layer applied to the functional layer, which comprises a salt, in particular, an alkali metal halide, preferably a salt-like alkali metal halide and more particularly sodium chloride.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for protecting exterior surfaces of automobiles and other products, or components of products, against abrasion, abrasive dust, water, acid rain, etc. The methods involve applying to a surface a protective coating composition comprising an emulsion selected from the group consisting of a vinyl-acrylic copolymer emulsion and a vinyl acetate-ethylene emulsion combined with a flame retardant. The emulsion is dried to form a water-resistant protective coating that can be removed from the underlying surface by peeling when no longer desired.

Abstract: This invention is for a composition of clear or pigmented coating that is temporary and removable. It is especially designed to protect the surface of an automobile from the damaging effects of the environment and also from damage caused by normal daily use. The coating is a composition of 40 to 80% of cellulose acetate butyrate ester, 15 to 60% of an acrylic polymer and 2 to 10% of a sucrose acetate isobutyrate. The remover is a combination of tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol, dibasic ester, diacetone alcohol, ethyl 3 ethoxypropionate; 2,2,4 trimethyl-1,3 pentanoldiol monoisobutyrate, and white mineral oil.

Abstract: A positive-displacement pump comprising a housing, a rotatable component disposed at least partially within the housing, and a film disposed at least partially between the housing and the rotatable component, where the film comprises a reinforcing material and a fluoropolymer material.

Abstract: A highly water resistant coating is described for use as a temporary protective or tinting finish for a wide variety of personal items, including one's vehicle and tires. The film forming polymer of the coating is desirable as it can be applied with polar solvents but then upon evaporation of a solubilizing additive becomes water resistant or water proof. Thereafter if a similar solubilizing additive is used in a polar solvent, the coating can be removed without damaging the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: Paint in a container is inhibited against skinning by providing a layer of a barrier material comprising an inhibiting composition having a boiling point of at least 250° C. and optionally water on the upper surface the bulk paint in the container.