Abstract: The present invention provides new and improved dielectric materials. In one preferred embodiment such novel dielectric material is formed by firing a composition including a glass composition comprising in weight percent from about 22% to about 45% ZnO, from about 4% to about 22% MgO, from about 1% to about 16% Al.sub.2 O.sub.3, from about 20% to about 49% SiO.sub.2, from about 2% to about 11% BaO, up to about 10% ZrO.sub.2, from about 0.05% to about 1.1% Fe.sub.2 O.sub.3 and from about 0.05% to about 0.95% PbO.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of adherently depositing a thick film composition on an aluminum nitride substrate comprising the steps of providing an aluminum nitride substrate, providing a thick film composition, and applying the thick film composition on the aluminum nitride substrate. The thick film composition includes a glass frit binder, a conductive metallic material and a lithium-containing adhesion promoting compound.

Abstract: This invention relates to a multilayer thermoformable structure comprising (A) at least one cap layer and (B) at least one core layer, and polymer compositions for making the same. The multilayer structures and polymer compositions of the invention are useful in preparing thermoformed articles and are particularly useful in preparing liners for refrigerators and freezers. The multilayer structures and the polymer composition have good thermoformability and chemical resistance. The multilayer structures and the polymer composition have good surface properties including a glossy finish. Further these materials are compatible with new blowing agents, such as the hydrochlorofluorocarbons and hydrofluorocarbon blowing agents, which are more environmentally friendly. The layers of the multilayer structure do not require a glue layer.

Abstract: A door operation control system has a door opening for moving a door between open and closed positions. A door operator control circuit selectively operates the drive means to move the door between the open and closed positions. An obstruction detection device detects whether there is an obstruction in the path of the door between the open and closed positions and generates a signal in response thereto. The obstruction detection device is connected to the control circuit by wiring to permit operation of the door opener in the absence of a signal from the obstruction detection device and to prevent certain operations of the door opener in the presence of a signal from the obstruction detection device. An error detection circuit detects faults or errors in the wiring and generates a signal to prevent certain operations of the door operator when the faults or errors are detected.

Abstract: Aqueous ceramic slurries suitable for use in the forming of sintered ceramic bodies are formed by combining a) ceramic particles, b) an aqueous polymer emulsion containing an ethylene/vinyl acetate polymer, and c) water. The slurry is dried to form a free flowing powder which is then dry pressed to form a shape. The shape is then fired to remove the polymer and to sinter the ceramic particles thereby forming the sintered ceramic body. These binder systems do not require the use of organic solvents. The binder systems provide improved formability and green strength.

Abstract: Polyvinyl alcohol copolymers are used as binder in an aqueous ceramic particle slurry for injection molding green ceramic bodies. The slurry is dried to form a coated powder which is then heated and injection molded into a desired shape. The molded shape is then fired to remove the binder and produce a dense ceramic part. The dense parts do not show any knit lines from the injection molding step.

Abstract: This invention relates to an alkyl Grignard reagents in diethylene glycol dibutyl ether. The invention also relates to a novel method for preparing Grignard reagents comprising reacting an alkyl halide with magnesium metal in the presence of diethylene glycol dibutyl ether. Grignard reagents prepared in the presence of diethylene glycol dibutyl ether have improved yields and stability, including storage stability, at room temperature. The Grignard reagents are prepared without the use of a low boiling and/or flammable stabilizing agents such as benzene, toluene, tetrahydrofuran, and diethyl ether.

Abstract: A thermosetting powder paint coating containing a polymeric binder comprising a polyester graft acrylic copolymer and a low molecular weight crystalline polyester. The coatings can be pigmented or non-pigmented. The polyester-graft-acrylic copolymer can be self-crosslinking by the inclusion of beta-hydroxy ester groups or crosslinked by an external crosslinker.

Abstract: The invention provides a nut and cap assembly, wherein the nut has relatively flat external side faces symmetrically located about a central axis, the side faces being symmetrical on opposite sides of a central plane perpendicular to the axis of the nut. Each of the side faces has two axially extending slots formed therein on opposite sides of the central plane. The slots are separated at their inner ends by a bridge portion in the respective side face of the nut. The assembly also includes a cap formed of relatively stiff resilient plastic material with a socket formed therein, corresponding generally to the shape of the nut. Each interior side wall of the socket of the cap has a projection extending radially inward and having a ramp portion facing toward the socket opening.

Abstract: Lead-free ceramic frits for producing glazes with intrinsic opacity, and methods of coationg ceramic substrates with the ceramic frits, wherein the ceramic frits have the following composition:______________________________________ SiO.sub.2 48-60 wt. % B.sub.2 O.sub.3 3-8 wt. % Al.sub.2 O.sub.3 4-8 wt. % Na.sub.2 O 0.2-2.0 wt. % K.sub.2 O 4-8 wt. % MgO 0-2 wt. % CaO 7.5-13 wt. % BaO 0-5 wt. % ZnO 7-12 wt. % ZrO.sub.2 0.3-2.5 wt. % TiO.sub.2 3.5-5.5 wt. % P.sub.2 O.sub.5 0-3 wt. % and Na.sub.2 O + K.sub.2 O 4.5-8.5 wt. %.

Abstract: The present invention relates to abrasion-resistant granular materials which are composed of one or more inorganic pigments, one or more inorganic elements and/or compounds with a Mohs hardness of at least 7 and one or more inorganic and/or organic binders and optionally frits and/or glasses and/or inorganic fillers, and to their production and their use.

Abstract: A tribo-electric powder spray gun includes a diffuser for mixing powder with a conveying gas, a charging portion downstream of the diffuser, and a sprayhead at the outlet of the charging portion for dispensing the charged powder. The charging portion has an inner core removably positioned within a hollow outer cylinder with an annular gap formed between the outer cylinder and inner core providing a charging flowpath for the powder. The inner core and the outer cylinder have undulating or wavy charging surfaces made of an electrically insulating material, so that the annular gap provides a tortuous path for the powder, enhancing powder contact and the charge imparted to the powder. Grounding is provided by surface conduction of the electrically insulating contact material through a ground ring located outside the powder path at the inlet to the charging portion of gun where the greatest amount of charging occurs.

Abstract: An electrostatic powder spray gun includes a hose purge adapter connected in the hose line that supplies powder to the gun. The hose purge adapter is connected to a supply of purge gas and allows the powder flow path in the hose line and the powder flow path in the gun to be quickly and conveniently purged of accumulations of powder. By facilitating purging of the powder flow path, the purge adapter prevents accumulations of powder that may tend to come loose as a soft lump of powder, usually different in color, and cause an imperfection on the surface of the object being coated. The purge adapter also reduces the collections of powder in the flow path in the hose line which facilitate a grounding path by the powder, resulting in possible shocks to the operator and in a high current draw into the gun which can result in poor transfer efficiency.

Abstract: An enclosure is provided for the installation of a ceiling fan remote control circuit in a ceiling fan. A generally rectangular box encloses the circuit and is installed inside a canopy of a ceiling fan so that it rests above a support conduit and below a mounting plate. The enclosure is compact and inexpensive to manufacture and permits existing fans to be converted to remote control without requiring additional space. No adapters or additional part are needed and the appearance of the fan is not altered.

Abstract: A heat transfer system includes a high side pressure sensor in the form of a temperature dependent resistance in heat exchange with the system working fluid to locally heat the fluid in response to a control signal. Control means are provided for applying the control signal to the resistance and detecting a minimum thermal resistance between the thermistor and the working fluid.

Abstract: This invention relates to colorants represented by the formulaBi.sub.2 A.sub.x-1 D.sub.x O.sub.ywherein: A is selected from the group consisting of Bi, Ba, Sr, Ca, Y, La, or a mixture of two or more thereof; D is selected from the group consisting of V, Mo, Mn, Ti, Ta, Nb, W, Sb, Fe, Cr, Sn, Ce, or a mixture of two or more thereof; x is a number that is at least 1; and y is the number of oxygens needed to fulfill the valence requirements of Bi, A and D; with the proviso that when A is Bi, D is other than a mixture consisting of V and Mo. These colorants are useful in providing colored compositions including: organic compositions such as plastics, rubbers, and the like; inorganic compositions such as ceramics, porcelain enamels, and the like; and coating compositions such as paints, printing inks, and the like; etc. The invention also provides for processes for making such colorants and for making such colored compositions. The invention also provides for such colorants in the form of particulate solids (e.g.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel enamel composition and a method of using the same to decorate substrates such as a section of glass. The enamel composition comprises a solids portion and a vehicle. The solids portion includes at least one glass frit and a separate and distinct addition of silicon. The solids portion comprises from about 0.01 weight percent to about 20 weight percent metallic silicon.

Abstract: An exhaust muffler for mounting on the transom of a powerboat in association with the exhaust pipes which extend through the transom. The muffler comprises a housing extending laterally across the stern of the boat and rearwardly from the transom to define an interior space. The housing has a floor located below the water line; opposed end walls; a front wall located adjacent to the transom with openings formed therein, through which exhaust gas can pass from the exhaust pipes; a rear wall having exhaust ports formed therein and a cover that encloses the interior space. Located within the enclosed space are muffler inserts secured to the floor and also to the front and rear walls. Each insert has a domed portion defining a muffling chamber that communicates with the respective exhaust pipe, and a second domed chamber defining an expansion chamber that communicates with the respective exhaust port located in the rear wall of the housing.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for powder spraying a automotive or other vehicle body in a powder spray booth includes a cabin purge zone in which a pair of inlet hood assemblies are positioned to the side window openings on each side of the body and the cavity is purged of excess powder by extracting the powder from the cavity through the inlet hood assemblies. The effective and efficient removal of suspended oversprayed powder from the interior of the vehicle cabin is accomplished through the production of a symmetrical air flow through the vehicle cabin in which air is exhausted through the two side window openings while the interior of the vehicle cabin is replenished with air through the front windshield opening and the rear window opening.

Abstract: This invention relates to a lead-free glass coating made by firing a lead-free glass composition comprising in weight percent from about 35% to about 77% of bismuth oxide, from about 10% to about 33% of boron oxide, and from about 10% to about 32% of zinc oxide at a temperature sufficient to fuse and cure the glass composition. The invention also relates to lead-free glazes and enamels that exhibit excellent acid resistance, possess low coefficients of linear or thermal expansion, and moderate maturation temperatures.