Abstract: A resin composition comprising:(i) at least one aromatic carbonate resin;(ii) at least one polyester resin; and(iii) an impact improving effective amount of at least one two-phase interpolymer comprised of at least one cross-linked polyacrylate and at least one cross-linked styrene-acrylonitrile resin.

Abstract: There is provided aqueous silane emulsion compositions comprising hydrolyzable silanes, water thickening agents, water and optional buffers, biocides and water beading additives. The compositions are useful in rendering porous masonry substrates water repellent.

Abstract: An apparatus and process for transferring and regulating the recycle of particulate solids separated from a gas-particulate solids suspension in which an auxiliary vessel and slanted pipe are provided to transfer and regulate particulate solids flow.

Abstract: Disclosed is a solid catalyst functionalized with sulfonic groups, containing from 20 to 99% by weight of silica, with the residual percentage being definable by means of the formula:(ZrP.sub.2 O.sub.7).sub.1-x {(Zr(HPO.sub.4).sub.2-y.[O.sub.3 P-R(SO.sub.3 H).sub.n ].sub.y }.sub.xwherein:R is an either linear or branched linear hydrocarbon radical containing from 1 to 10 carbon atoms, or an aryl radical;x is a numeral higher than 0 and of up to 1;y is a numeral higher than 0 and of up to 2;n is either 1 or 2;with said catalyst furthermore showing silicon-oxygen-phosphorus bonds on N.M.R. examination and being amorphous or substantially amorphous when examined under X rays.The catalyst is useful in the acidic catalysis, for example in reactions of hydrocarbon conversion, such as alkylation, isomerization and oligomerization. The product according to the present invention is furthermore useful as an ion exchange agent.

Abstract: Nicotine treated dental floss is disclosed which is useful in alleviating tobacco smokers' urges to smoke.

Abstract: A cryogenic technique for recovering ethene from a gaseous mixture containing methane, ethane, etc. Operating methods and apparatus are provided for passing the gas feed through a chilling train having a series of dephlegmator-type exchange units to condense liquid rich in ethene and ethane, while separating a major portion of methane and lighter gas. A multizone demethanizer removes condensed methane from the C.sub.2 fraction to provide multiple methane free liquid streams of varying ethene to ethane ratio at least one of which is essentially C.sub.3 free.

Abstract: A precursor of zirconium dioxide in form of submicronic particles is obtained by:hydrolysing a zirconium alkoxide by bringing said zirconium alkoxide into contact with a microemulsion formed by an external oil phase, an internal aqueous phase, an emulsifier and a co-emulsifier;discontinuing the reaction of hydrolysis in order to control the growth of the particles; andrecovering the precursor of zirconium dioxide from the reaction mixture.Such a precursor can be submitted to treatments of calcination in order to prepare zirconium dioxide for ceramic uses.

Abstract: A hand held device for creating a non-directional finish on a rotating disc, such as a disc brake rotor, comprising a drive roller, attached to a drive shaft, intermediate finishing discs having finishing surfaces thereon and a handle on each side of said roller. The handles have bearings therein on which the drive shaft rotates. The device is also capable of disassembly to replace the finishing surfaces when necessary.

Abstract: A rope traction device used as a winding instrument for a moving scaffold and other construction, loading and unloading and conveying machines includes a sheave which is rotated by a motor through a speed reduction gear and around which a part of a traction rope is wound, and is movable along the rope by rotating the sheave. The sheave is provided with a rope groove formed by a pair of side plates substantially along the entire circumference of the sheave for receiving a part of the rope therein and resiliently pressing the rope on its side portions. In one aspect of the invention, the rope traction device includes an improved brake system according to which slots elongated in the circumferential direction are formed in each clutch member and these slots have a larger width axially in the central portion thereof than in other portions.

Abstract: A steering gear ratio changing apparatus includes a first and second steering shafts arranged to be coaxial with each other. The first steering shaft is coupled to a steering wheel of a vehicle and rotatable integral therewith. The second steering shaft is coupled to a steering gear mechanism and arranged to be rotatable. First pawls are formed on one end of the first steering shaft and arranged at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the shaft. Second pawls are formed on one end of the second steering shaft, which oppose the end of the first steering shaft, and are arranged at equal intervals along the circumferential direction of the shaft. The first and second steering shafts are coupled with each other by a torsion bar and held thereby so that the first and second pawls are engage with one another with a gap between any two adjacent first and second pawls. The width of the gaps is adjusted by actuators so as to cause a relative rotation between the first and second steering shafts.

Abstract: A laminate insulating jacketing material having a layer of poly(vinyl chloride) bonded to a layer of aluminum foil having superior insulation jacketing properties, to be applied over pipe, tank or equipment insulation.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the separation of seminal plasma from semen by means of a membrane. The invention also includes a method for the determination of enzymes such as acrosin and other components of semen.

Abstract: A rigid or semi-rigid cover for installation over an insulated pipe fitting is provided. The cover is pre-cut in the geometric design that enables it to conform to the shape of the pipe fitting when installed.

Abstract: A cycloaliphatic epoxy compound in combination with a 2-hydroxy-substituted benzophenone compound and a polyalkyl-substituted dipiperidine compound provides a UV stabilizer that exhibits synergistic behavior. The compounds can be formulated into a composition that is coated on, or impregnated into, the surface of a plastic article or, alternatively, they can be incorporated into a thermoplastic composition which can be thereafter molded into a shaped article. The stabilizer combination succeeds in upgrading the resistance of polyphenylene ether resins and blends against the photo-deteriorative effects of sunlight and bright indoor light, for example, fluorescent lighting.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new method of synthesis of 2,2'-bis.DELTA..sup.2 -oxazoline, which consists of three steps:in the first step,N,N'-bis-(2-hydroxyethyl)-oxamide (I) is reacted with hydrogen chloride and a nitrile of formula RCN in which R.dbd.H, alkyl, aryl, arylalkyl, alkylaryl, in order to yield the correspondingN,N'-bis-(2-iminoacyloxyethyl)oxamide.2HCl (II).In the second step, the compound (II) is pyrolyzed in order to yieldN,N'-bis-(2-chloroethyl)oxamide (III) which in the third step generates, by means of the treatment with a base, the desired product 2,2'-bis-.DELTA..sup.2 -oxazoline.

Abstract: An engine unit includes a cylinder block of a short-skirt type which has a plurality of first partition walls and a plurality of crank journals formed on the partition walls and rotatably receiving the crankshaft. Bearing caps are fitted to the crank journals and rotatably hold the crankshaft in cooperation with the crank journals. A lower case is fixed to the cylinder block and covers the crankshaft. The lower case includes a pair of flanges abutting against the lower edges of the skirt portions, a semi-cylindrical bottom wall, and a plurality of second partition walls formed on the bottom wall to oppose the first partition walls. Each bearing cap is clamped between the first and second partition walls. The lower case is fixed to the cylinder block by means of first bolts screwed into the skirt portions through the flanges, and second bolts screwed into the crank journals through the second partition walls and bearing caps.

Abstract: Polycarbonate and polyester blends are prepared with a combination of modifiers comprising a multi-stage polyorganosiloxane-based graft polymer composition and a diene rubber-based graft polymer composition imparting a wide range of excellent physical properties on the PC and PE blends.

Abstract: A one piece pipefitting cover for insulated Y-shaped joints, including strainers or lateral 45.degree.-Y fittings, made of a flexible material, i.e., polyvinyl chloride, comprising a relatively flat base symmetrical about its center axis having oppositely facing lateral members and semi-circular edge members along its sides wherein when rotated about its center axis forms a cover conforming to the shape of the insulated fitting.