Abstract: Methods of producing an analysis spreading layer for absorbing a liquid to be analyzed, by: supplying a porous membrane having a bottom, a top and a thickness D, the size of the pores of the membrane increasing over its thickness D; cutting the membrane at a predefined distance, the spreading layer being a sublayer with a thickness d less than the starting thickness D, the pores of the spreading layer having a fluid connection to one another in such a manner that it is permeable to a liquid. The membrane surface is formed by removing a sublayer of the membrane being the liquid outlet side of the spreading layer. The mean size of the pores on the liquid outlet side is at least 1 ?m.

Abstract: Coke formation in pyrolysis furnaces is controlled by applying a coating of boron nitride to pyrolysis furnace process equipment surfaces, for instance, parts of the transfer line heat exchanger assembly.

Abstract: A method of texturing a synthetic material, such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), to resemble a natural material is provided. The method can include texturing a PVC profile after extrusion in order to achieve a surface roughness of about 70 to about 300 micro inches roughness average. The method can include producing a line pattern surface roughness to make the textured PVC resemble a wood finish, particularly when the method includes applying a paint or stain to the textured PVC. The method can include producing a radial pattern surface roughness to make the textured PVC resemble a brushed metal finish. The method of the present invention can be applied to existing PVC elements, such as extruded elements, either at the manufacturing level or at the consumer level. A kit can also be provided including a texturing means, a paint or stain, and instructions.

Abstract: A method for producing a coated structural element for exterior applications in the door and gate industry, such as for a sectional gate panel, an overhead door, a door, or a structural element for a facade with an integrated gate and/or integrated door, in which a relative movement between a starting material designed for producing the structural element and a coating device is generated along a feed direction, and to a coating mass that is applied to the starting material by the coating device along a coating direction that runs transverse to the feed direction and preferably approximately perpendicular to the surface to be coated.

Abstract: A cap platen to securely hold headwear, such as caps, hats, and the like, so that graphics, including custom graphics, can be printed on the cap automatically. The platen has a vise plate to support the bill of a cap and a face plate attached to the vise plate to hold the crown of cap. Arms can be attached to the vise plate or the face plate to apply a biasing force against the sides of the cap pushed the sides of the cap outwardly away from the face plate.

Abstract: A device housing includes a metallic substrate, a pattern element formed in the substrate, and a transparent or translucent decorative layer formed on the substrate and the pattern layer. The substrate defines a receiving space therein, and the pattern element is formed in the receiving space. The pattern element is made of thermosetting plastic. A method for making the device housing is also described.

Abstract: In certain embodiments, the invention relates to an article having a liquid-impregnated surface. The surface includes a matrix of solid features (e.g., non-toxic and/or edible features) spaced sufficiently close to stably contain a liquid therebetween or therewithin, wherein the liquid is non-toxic and/or edible. The article may contain, for example, a food or other consumer product, such as ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise.

Abstract: A molding method of a heat dissipating cover for spherical light source includes cutting process, impact molding process, chamfering process, and coating process. A thermal conducting sheet is transformed into a semi-finished product by the impact molding process, and then the semi-finished product is curved and smoothed by the chamfering process in order to form a desired flowerpot or cup shape. In this way, the manufacturer can save time and money to produce an effective heat sink.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating textile substrates to obtain superior liquid repellent properties are disclosed. Durable microscopic surface structures imparted to the fibrous substrate allow liquids to bead up and roll off of its surface. Mechanical abrasion or sanding techniques may be used to create the microscopic surface structures on the surface of a fibrous textile substrate, without substantially breaking fibers, followed by a chemical treatment using, for example, fluorocarbon-containing repellent compositions. Particles may be employed in combination with repellent compositions to achieve superior repellent properties. A property of the roughened surface fibers, the Roughness Factor, is used to characterize the microscopic surface structures on the treated textile surface. Treated textile substrates are disclosed which achieve superior water and oil repellency, even after multiple abrasion or laundering cycles.

Abstract: Methods of fabricating coated components using multiple types of fillers are provided. One method comprises forming one or more grooves in an outer surface of a substrate. Each groove has a base and extends at least partially along the outer surface. A sacrificial filler is deposited within the groove, a second filler is deposited over the sacrificial filler, and a coating is disposed over at least a portion of the outer surface and over the second filler. The method further includes removing the sacrificial filler and at least partially removing the second filler from the groove(s), to define one or more channels for cooling the component.

Abstract: A method involves creating a recess in a surface of a part so the recess is adjacent a portion of the part, thereafter forming a coating on the surface of the part with a portion of the coating being disposed in the recess, and thereafter removing material of the portion of the part with a tool. According to a different aspect, an apparatus includes a recess-forming section that forms a recess in a surface of a part so the recess is adjacent a portion of the part, a coating section that forms a coating on the surface of the part with a portion of the coating disposed in the recess, and a material-removing section that subsequently removes material of the portion of the part with a tool.

Abstract: Methods of producing an ombré finish for materials may comprise applying a stain to the surface of a material in a first concentration toward a first part of said surface and in a second concentration toward a second part of said surface, blending said stain from said first part to said second part to create a gradual transition in concentration, and sealing said surface. Said methods may also comprise applying a stain substantially uniformly to the surface of a material, removing said stain from said surface so as to create a gradual transition in concentration of said stain, and sealing said surface. Said methods may further comprise the steps of comparing the color of said material to a target color and toning said material until said color of said material matches said target color.

Abstract: A bathing vessel that includes a multi-layer structure of a first polymer layer and a second, adjacent polymer layer. Prior to formation of the second polymer layer on the first polymer layer, a surface of the first polymer layer is abraded and a surface wetting property of the surface is modified to promote bonding between the layers.

Abstract: Diamine is used to enhance adhesion between polyurethane and polyolefinic material or ionomeric material.

Abstract: A solder paste printing stencil apparatus for printing a solder paste on a printed circuit board includes a plate-shaped stencil mask made of fine stainless steel grains to suppress a phenomenon in which the solder paste adheres to the stencil mask.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a micro electro-mechanical system (MEMS) switch system (600, 700) includes etching each of a plurality of base circuit layers (425) and a plurality of passive component substrate layers (412, 418, 42, 426). The method continues with laser milling of a first dielectric film (406) to create a spacer layer (405). A metal cladding (402, 403) formed on a flexible dielectric film layer 404 is etched so as to form a plurality of switch component features. Further laser milling is performed with respect to the flexible dielectric film layer to form at least one switch structure (448, 450). Thereafter, a stack (400) is assembled which is comprised of the spacer layer disposed between the flexible dielectric film layer and the plurality of base circuit layers. Additional layers can also be included in the stack. When the stack is completed, heat and pressure are applied to join the various layers forming the stack.

Abstract: The present invention relates to seal ring back-up devices suitable for use on glands in sealing systems. In particular, the present invention relates to seal ring back-up devices that have been designed to fit into essentially all types of glands and close extrusion gaps. Some embodiments of the present invention provide a seal ring back-up device having an annular body having an inner diameter, an outer diameter, and a scarf cut; and where the annular body is configured to fit a gland and engage a seal ring.

Abstract: A method of using a high-strength bonding and coating mixture is disclosed. The mixture includes a silicon compound having a polycarbosilane backbone and a powder having a plurality of individual powder grains. Each of the powder grains has a diameter substantially between 0.05 micrometers and 50 micrometers. The mixture is applied to one or more work pieces and the work piece(s) is (are) heated in either an inert or reduction environment to a temperature sufficient to decompose the silicon compound into gaseous atoms and radicals of silicon and carbon.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a component comprising a substantially homogeneous composition of at least one polymer selected from the group consisting of epoxies, acetals, polyesters, non-ionic rubbers, non-ionic polyurethanes, polyether sulfones, polyether ether ketones, polyether imides, polystyrenes, polyethylene terephthalates, polyamides, polyimides, polyvinylchlorides, polyphenylene oxides, polycarbonates, acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene terpolymers, silicones, fluropolymers, and polyolefins, a filler, and a metal plating catalyst. A method of making a component also is described comprising obtaining a polymeric material, a liquid, a filler and a metal plating catalyst; combining the metal plating catalyst with the polymeric material, liquid, and filler to form a substantially homogeneous mixture; and evaporating and/or curing the mixture to form a solidified component.

Abstract: Non-stick fixtures for selectively masking portions of a workpiece during application of a workpiece coating are described herein. These fixtures have predetermined surfaces thereon having an average surface roughness of about 25 Ra or less and a Rockwell hardness of about 65 Rc or more. The controlled average surface roughness ensures that these fixtures are non-stick with respect to the workpiece coating being applied to the workpieces disposed therein. The controlled Rockwell hardness ensures that the desired average surface roughness can be maintained throughout repeated use of the fixture in harsh coating environments. These fixtures reduce the workpiece coating bridging that occurs between the fixture and the workpiece, and also reduce the amount of overspray that occurs on the workpiece, thereby minimizing the amount of handwork and/or rework that is necessary after the workpiece is coated. This improves process cycle times and yields significantly.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a method of manufacturing ultra-thin and elastic keypad, especially comprising the processing of the elastic film, silicone adhesive, and plastic film. Wherein, the present method simply takes advantage of the steps of printing, oil pressing, and trimming to easily finish the keypad, which favorably avoids the complex process of spraying P+R, deviation from the forming of IMD products, and defectiveness of spraying and cutting applied on silicone products. Manifestly, the present invention simplifies the intricate processes, and only oil-pressing die and punching die are involved, namely less equipment and fewer personnel as well as places are required. Therefore, the present invention is uncomplicated and low-cost.

Abstract: A method of treating a finished surface with a stain without penetrating the finished surface whereby the finished surface remains visible. A clear coat finish can be applied over the stained finished surface.

Abstract: An innovative method of prepping a surface entails entraining a coating particle into a fluid stream, directing the fluid stream containing the coating particle at the surface to be prepped to thereby prep the surface using the coating particle. The prepped surface can then be coated using the same or substantially similar coating particle. This method can be used with a continuous airjet, a forced pulsed airjet, a continuous waterjet or a forced pulsed waterjet as the carrier stream. This invention solves the problem of foreign blasting particles becoming embedded in the atomic matrix of the surface to be prepped, which can result in unpredictable behavior of the surface properties and even catastrophic failure.

Abstract: A housing includes a metal substrate having an outer surface and a color layer formed on the outer surface. The outer surface has a gradient surface roughness across at least one dimension of the outer surface. The color layer has a surface appearance corresponding with the outer surface, thereby the brightness of color of the color layer gradually changing with the location on the outer surface. A method for making the housing is also provided.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method of cutting a productions snowboard, to create a splitboad, using a waterjet. A waterjet is a commonly used cutter the employs the use of high pressure water to erode the material and as such make fine cuts through most materials. The waterjet cut is clean and much narrower than when using a saw, is safer and as a result of it being narrower, preserves the snowboard graphics. A splitboard is a snowboard that doubles as skis making it easier for a snowboarder to access backcountry terrain.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for preparing a surface for mechanically securing a spray coating to a surface. A first series of grooves formed in the surface are intersected with a second series of grooves formed in the surface. A plurality of barbs are formed at the intersections. The spray coating is mechanically secured to the barbs that overhang the first series of grooves. The surface includes the first series of grooves and the second series of groves that intersect the first series of groves. The second series of groves form an undercut portion, or barb, at the intersections of the grooves that mechanically anchor the spray coating.

Abstract: A component is provided and includes a substrate comprising an outer and an inner surface, where the inner surface defines at least one hollow, interior space. The component defines one or more grooves, where each groove extends at least partially along the outer surface of the substrate and has a base and a top. The base is wider than the top, such that each groove comprises a re-entrant shaped groove. One or more access holes are formed through the base of a respective groove, to connect the groove in fluid communication with the respective hollow interior space. Each access hole has an exit diameter D that exceeds the opening width d of the top of the respective groove. The diameter D is an effective diameter based on the area enclosed. The component further includes at least one coating disposed over at least a portion of the surface of the substrate, wherein the groove(s) and the coating together define one or more re-entrant shaped channels for cooling the component.

Abstract: Provided is a manufacturing method of an artificial nail with a 3-dimensional ornament. The method includes: forming a design including a 3-dimensional ornament and a pattern on a base substrate; adsorbing the base substrate to a vacuum forming mold with a plurality of nail shapes; and cutting the adsorbed base substrate into the shapes of the artificial nails thereby forming bodies of the artificial nails, wherein forming the design includes printing the pattern on the base substrate providing the transparent 3-dimensional ornament so that light is transmitted by the shape of the pattern at a position where the pattern is formed. Thus, an artificial nail with a 3-dimensional ornament can be provided at low costs, and ornaments of various and more delicate designs can be printed on the surface of the artificial nail.

Abstract: Methods and process steps for mapping, cleaning and providing barrier coatings to interior walls of piping systems. An entire piping system can be cleaned in one single pass by dry particulates forced by air and the piping system coated in one single pass. Pipes can be protected from water corrosion, erosion and electrolysis. Pipes having diameters of approximately ?? up to approximately 6? are treatable. Piping systems such as potable water lines, natural gas lines, HVAC , drains , and fire sprinkler systems in homes, apartments, high-rise hotel/resorts, office towers, high-rise apartment and condominiums and schools, can be treated. The coating forms an approximately 4 mils or greater covering inside the pipes. Buildings can return to service within approximately 24 to approximately 96 hours.

Abstract: A stent mounting device and a method of coating a stent using the device are provided. The mandrel is made from or is coated with a hydrophobic or hydrophilic material, depending on the type of coating composition that is employed.

Abstract: A band clamp for coupling a radome to a distal end of a reflector dish for improving the front to back ratio of a reflector antenna, is provided with an inward projecting proximal lip and an inward projecting distal lip. The distal lip is dimensioned with an inner diameter equal to or less than a reflector aperture of the reflector dish. The proximal lip may be provided with an inward bias dimensioned to engage the reflector dish in an interference fit and/or turnback region dimensioned to engage an outer surface of a signal area of the reflector dish in an interference fit. A variety of different configurations of protruding portions extending from the band clamp may be applied to further improve electrical performance.

Abstract: Methods, processes and systems for cleaning, coating and sealing leaks in existing pipes, in a single operation. A process can include isolating, draining, drying, cleaning and sealing a piping system. Air can be forced and pulled throughout the piping system by a generator and a vacuum. Pipes can be protected from water corrosion, erosion and electrolysis, extending the life of pipes such as copper, steel, lead, brass, cast iron piping and composite materials. Coatings can be applied to pipes having diameters up to approximately 6?. Leak sealants of at least approximately 4 mils thick can cover insides of pipes, and can include novel mixtures of fillers and epoxy materials, and viscosity levels. A positive pressure can be maintained within the pipes during applications. Piping systems can be returned to service within approximately 96 hours.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods for producing a coated jewelry article or a coated component of a jewelry article, comprising a jewelry article or a component of a jewelry article, a first metallic coating, and a second metallic coating.

Abstract: Disclosed are frame members and mullions for a window frame that comprise a reinforcing member that is surrounded by an outer plastic layer. The outer plastic layer is held securely to the reinforcing member as a result of a waist banding effect that comprises an inward force created by the outer plastic layer as it cools and contracts around the reinforcing member. In addition, lobes are formed in the reinforcing member that assist in holding the outer plastic layer to the reinforcing member. Window inserts can be removed and replaced using adapters and removable brackets. Frame members and mullions can be built sufficiently strong to provide structural support. The frame can also be used to hold photovoltaic cells and protective coverings for photovoltaic cells. Structural members are also disclosed that have reinforcing members with apertures, debossing, scarification and/or indentations that secure the thermoplastic layer to the reinforcing member.

Abstract: The invention relates to a ceramic composite material (1), comprising a planar carrier substrate (2) and a porous coating (4) that is applied onto the carrier substrate (2) and contains ceramic particles (3). The problem underlying the invention is that of further developing a ceramic composite material of type such that lower thicknesses can be achieved while maintaining the high thermal and mechanical stability. Said problem is solved by a ceramic composite material having a polymeric film (2) as the carrier substrate (2), wherein the carrier substrate (2) is provided with a perforation that consists of a plurality of holes (6) arranged at regular intervals, and wherein the perforation is covered by the porous coating (4) at least on one side of the carrier substrate (2). A cross-section of the ceramic composite material according to the invention is shown in FIG. 1.

Abstract: A method for coating a surface of a substrate in (co)polymer with a metal material is provided. The method may comprise the successive steps of (a) subjecting the surface to an oxidizing treatment by a chemical reaction of the Fenton type in the presence of at least one precursor of the metal material and (b) transforming the precursor into the metal material.

Abstract: Methods of fabricating coated components using multiple types of fillers are provided. One method comprises forming one or more grooves in an outer surface of a substrate. Each groove has a base and extends at least partially along the outer surface of the substrate. The method further includes disposing a sacrificial filler within the groove(s), disposing a permanent filler over the sacrificial filler, disposing a coating over at least a portion of the substrate and over the permanent filler, and removing the first sacrificial filler from the groove(s), to define one or more channels for cooling the component. A component with a permanent filler is also provided.

Abstract: A microradio is provided with a hysteretic switch to permit an optimum range increasing charging cycle, with the charging cycle being long relative to the transmit cycle. Secondly, an ensemble of microradios permits an n2 power enhancement to increase range with coherent operation. Various multi-frequency techniques are used both for parasitic powering and to isolate powering and transmit cycles. Applications for microradios and specifically for ensembles of microradios include authentication, tracking, fluid flow sensing, identification, terrain surveillance including crop health sensing and detection of improvised explosive devices, biohazard and containment breach detection, and biomedical applications including the use of microradios attached to molecular tags to destroy tagged cells when the microradios are activated. Microradio deployment includes the use of paints or other coatings containing microradios, greases and aerosols.

Abstract: A civil safety barrier (10) including individual elements (12, 13, 14, 15) intended to be arranged horizontally one after the other, each of which includes at least one link (12A, 12B, 13A, 13B, 14A, 14B, 15A, 15B) made up vertically of a bottom frame and of a top frame (22), characterized in that at least one axial hinge element (32) that is the to be “dismantlable” is interposed between two adjacent edges of the frames which allows the second frame (22) to be fitted perpendicularly to the first (18) and then the second frame (22) to be pivoted to bring it back coplanar with the first.

Abstract: A sheet for delivery of cleaning substances, including a fabric substrate having a detergent portion and a detergent impregnated into the detergent portion up to the saturation point of the fabric substrate. The sheet may further include a pre-treating portion and a pre-treating solution impregnated into the pre-treating portion up to the saturation point of the fabric substrate. The detergent may further include naturally derived compounds such as plant based hydrocarbons and oleo alcohol ethoxylates.

Abstract: A plectrum having a body made from an organic material having a desired shape, weight, and thickness, the body having a plurality of surfaces wherein opposing sides, a first and a second side, form an edge about the perimeter of said sides, wherein the perimeter forms a silhouette that is substantially scalene.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a molded ferrite sheet having opposing surfaces and a thickness in a range of 30 ?m to 430 ?m, at least one surface of said opposing surfaces having the following surface roughness characteristics (a) to (c): (a) a center line average roughness is in a range of 170 nm to 800 nm, (b) a maximum height is in a range of 3 ?m to 10 ?m, and (c) an area occupancy rate of cross-sectional area taken along a horizontal plane at a depth of 50% of the maximum height in a square of side 100 ?m is in a range of 10 to 80%.

Abstract: Provided is a process for forming a durable anti-fouling coating on a substrate including: (a) modifying a surface of the substrate using a surface modification means; (b) applying a first coating composition to at least a portion of the modified substrate surface to form a first coating, the composition containing a first perfluoropolyether modified silane; (c) curing the first coating at a temperature and a relative humidity sufficient to promote hydrolysis of the perfluoropolyether modified silane component; (d) optionally, modifying the surface of the cured first coating using the same or different surface modification means as was used in (a); (e) applying a second coating composition to the cured first coating to form a second coating thereover, the composition containing a second perfluoropolyether modified silane; and (f) curing the second coating at a temperature and a relative humidity sufficient to promote hydrolysis of the second perfluoropolyether modified silane.

Abstract: A moisture-permeable glove or other garment protects against user contamination and cross-contamination by providing both rapid and persistent sterilization. Exposure to halogen of inherent NH groups and/or attached hydantoin can form a persistent outer halamine sterilization layer. A second inner halamine layer intercepts any pathogens that penetrate the outer surface. The garment can be single layer, or can include a detachable inner liner. Embodiments are compatible with rapid decontamination using an alcohol-based agent. Some embodiments provide a 180 second 3-log kill rate for at least S. aureus ATCC and E. coli. Embodiments include a moistening agent to activate the halamine. An anti-cut/puncture layer and/or a pathogen barrier layer can also be included. The protective layer can include contiguous layers of soft and hard metal flexed to improve flexibility and Moisture Vapor Transport Rate (MVTR). The pathogen barrier can include urethane and/or CNT fibers. The garment MVTR can be greater than 0.

Abstract: A method of creating a camouflage device includes providing two bolts of lace with at least one of the bolts including pleated regions extending from one side to the other where the bolts are attached together. Each bolt of lace may include a particular pattern of stitches and/or coloring to further create more realistic three-dimensional camouflage system. Hems formed along the bolts of lace may include button holes and/or button or grommets for fastening a plurality of camouflage devices together.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a component is provided. The method includes forming one or more grooves in an outer surface of a substrate. Each groove extends at least partially along the surface of the substrate and has a base, a top and at least one discharge point. The method further includes forming a run-out region adjacent to the discharge point for each groove and disposing a coating over at least a portion of the surface of the substrate. The groove(s) and the coating define one or more channels for cooling the component. Components with cooling channels are also provided.

Abstract: A method for the production of a fiber-reinforced, thermoplastic polymer, wherein at least one fiber strand is fed into an extrusion die, wherein the fiber strand is fanned out in the extrusion die, wherein the impregnation of the fiber strand with a polymer melt takes place in the fanned out state, and subsequently the fiber strand impregnated with a polymer melt is extracted from the extrusion die.

Abstract: Methods of producing an analysis spreading layer for absorbing a liquid to be analyzed, by: supplying a porous membrane having a bottom, a top and a thickness D, the size of the pores of the membrane increasing over its thickness D; cutting the membrane at a predefined distance, the spreading layer being a sublayer with a thickness d less than the starting thickness D, the pores of the spreading layer having a fluid connection to one another in such a manner that it is permeable to a liquid. The membrane surface is formed by removing a sublayer of the membrane being the liquid outlet side of the spreading layer. The mean size of the pores on the liquid outlet side is at least 1 ?m.

Abstract: A method for selectively metallizing a substrate having a significant content of a plastics material includes ablating a layer of the substrate close to a surface of the substrate in a region of the substrate to be metallized so as to provide access to an additive having at least one compound from a substance family of aluminosilicates that is incorporated in the plastics material and to open one of a pore or a pore structure of the aluminosilicates in the region of the substrate to be metallized.

Abstract: A method for applying a single-layer or multi-layer anti-corrosion coating on a metallic substrate being part of a pipe or a duct accessory to be buried or submerged for conveying a fluid such as water, petroleum products, gas or sanitizing products. including a) preparing the surface of the substrate by mechanical means only; b) applying an adhesion promoter on the prepared surface comprising an aqueous solution of at least one silane without any further chemical process; C) applying a layer of an epoxy-resin powdery paint on the surface coated with the adhesion promoter; and d) applying at least one thermal process to the surface at least of the substrate, wherein at least one step d) for thermal processing is carried out between steps a) and b) or between steps b) and c).