Abstract: A unique filtration device (10) which removes metal ions from a contaminated aqueous stream through the use of partially hollow wicking fibers (20) impregnated with a selected liquid (18) which can capture the metal ions in the aqueous stream. The wicking fibers (20) are formed into a filter element (12) which extends from a chamber (16) through which the aqueous stream is directed into a chamber (18) wherein the unwanted metal ions are removed from the extracting liquid (18). The wicking fibers (20) include internal longitudinal cavities (22) each with a relatively small longitudinal extending opening (24). The wicking fibers (20) are filled with the selected liquid extraction (18) which remains within the fiber through capillary action by which capillary action the individual wicking fibers (20) rapidly draw the selected liquid,(18) with which they comes into contact, through the internal cavities (22).

Abstract: An improved method for producing substrates coated with dielectric films for use in microelectronic applications wherein the films are processed by exposing the coated substrate surfaces to a flux of electron beam. Substrates cured via electron beam exposure possess superior dielectric properties, density, uniformity, thermal stability, and oxygen stability.

Abstract: An armor system useful, for example, as a shroud, comprising a first pliable, cut resistant fibrous layer and a second pliable fibrous layer is disclosed. The first layer is arranged to receive an impact from a large projectile prior to the second layer and engages the projectile to slow its velocity. The second layer is substantially coextensive with the first and dissipates the incoming energy of the impact to resist complete penetration of the second layer by the projectile, preferably by deforming in response to the impact. Both layers comprise fibers having a tensile modulus of at least about 200 g/d, and an energy-to-break of at least about 8 J/g and a tenacity equal to or greater than about 10 g/d. In another embodiment, the layers are reversed relative to the impact face of the system so that the second layer becomes the first layer and is resistant to projectiles impacting the system, while the first layer becomes the second layer and resists deformation of the system by projectile impacts.

Abstract: A method comprising etching a material under plasma etching conditions using an etching composition which has a GWP of no greater than about 3000 and which comprises at least one etchant compound having a formula selected from the group consisting of F—CO—[(CR1R2)m—CO]n—F and F—CO—R3—CO—F, and wherein: m=0, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5; n=1; R1 & R2 represent H, F or CxHyFz; wherein: x=1 or 2; and y+z=2x+1; R3 represents CR4═CR5, R6R7C═C or C≡C; wherein: R4-7 represent H, F, or CxHyFz; wherein: x=1 or 2; and y+z=2x+1; and also including the cleaning of a surface by use of an etchant compound, and further including an etching composition which includes said etchant compound and also an etchant-modifier.

Abstract: A process for producing a fluorinated organic compound comprising: (a) reacting an organic starting material with a fluorination agent in the presence of a liquid fluorination catalyst under conditions which are effective to vaporize one or more chlorinated organic by-products and to produce a gaseous product stream containing said fluorinated organic compound and said one or more chlorinated organic by-products; and (b) recovering said fluorinated organic compound from said product stream, and a system for performing the aforementioned process and recovering the chlorinated by-product.

Abstract: A process for making load limiting yarn comprising making block copolymer and then spinning the block copolymer into yarn. The process employs a twin screw extruder and comprises (A) forwarding aromatic polyester melt to an injection position in a twin screw extruder, (B) injecting lactone monomer into the molten aromatic polyester, (C) dispersing the monomer into the aromatic polyester melt so that a uniform mixture forms in less than about thirty seconds, and (D) reacting the uniform mixture resulting from step (C) at a temperature from about 250° C. to from a block copolymer. Steps (A) through (D) occur in less than about four minutes residence time in the twin screw extruder. The process is advantageous because high IV starting aromatic polyester can be used and the short reaction time at high temperature results in block copolymer with minimum transesterification, a high melting point, and a high melt viscosity.

Abstract: A process for forming a uniform nanoporous dielectric film on a substrate. The process includes horizontally positioning a flat substrate within a cup; depositing a liquid alkoxysilane composition onto the substrate surface; covering the cup such that the substrate is enclosed therein; spinning the covered cup and spreading the alkoxysilane composition evenly on the substrate surface; exposing the alkoxysilane composition to water vapor and base vapor to thereby form a gel; and then curing the gel. The invention also provides an apparatus for spin depositing a liquid coating onto a substrate. The apparatus has a cylindrical cup with an open top section and removable cover which closes the top. A vapor injection port extends through the center of the cover. Suitable means hold a substrate centered within the cup and spin the cup.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for brazing plate/plate and plate/fin multi-channeled structures using an amorphous brazing foil as a brazing filler metal between the parts in order to form uniform joints having optimal dimensions, shape and strength. The parts are assembled in an unconstrained stack, and a controlled load is applied to the top of the stack. The stack is then heated to a temperature at which the interlayer melts and reacts with the base metal to form the joints. The stack is cooled resulting in a brazed structure having the desired characteristics, wherein the brazed joints are optimally formed and the strength of the structure is equal to the underlying strength of the base metal.

Abstract: A light-reflecting article having an average total reflectivity of at least about 93%, e.g., at least about 95%, for light in a 400 to 700 nanometer wavelength range comprises a thermoplastic or thermoset polymer matrix, such as an acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene-based matrix, in which is dispersed reflective filler particles such as rutile titania and a flame-retardant material. The flame-retardant material may contain a particulate metal oxide synergist, e.g., antimony trioxide or antimony pentoxide, and a quencher such as a brominated organic compound, e.g., bis(tribromophenoxy)ethane. The polymer matrix and filler may be selected so that their respective refractive indices and the size range of the filler particles satisfies a mathematical relationship having as a function thereof the mean freespace (vacuum) wavelength of the light range being reflected.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of fumigating closed systems susceptible to microbially influenced corrosion (MIC). The method is particularly useful in a method for mitigating MIC in fire protection sprinkler systems.

Abstract: The invention relates to cured dielectric films and a process for their manufacture which are useful in the production of integrated circuits. Dual layered dielectric films are produced in which a lower layer comprises a non-silicon containing organic polymer and an upper layer comprises an organic, silicon containing polymer. Such films are useful in the manufacture of microelectronic devices such as integrated circuits (IC's). In one aspect the upper layer silicon containing polymer has less than 40 Mole percent carbon containing substituents, and in another aspect it has at least approximately 40 Mole percent carbon containing substituents.

Abstract: A process for forming a substantially planarized nanoporous dielectric silica coating on a substrate suitable for preparing a semiconductor device, and semiconductor devices produced by the methods of the invention. The process includes the steps of applying a composition that includes at least one silicon-based dielectric precursor to a substrate, and then, (a) gelling or aging the applied coating, (b) contacting the coating with a planarization object with sufficient pressure to transfer a planar impression to the coating without substantially impairing formation of desired nanometer-scale pore structure, (c) separating the planarized coating from the planarization object, (d) curing said planarized coating; wherein steps (a)-(d) are conducted in any one of the following sequences: (a), (b), (c) and (d); (a), (d), (b) and (c); (b), (a), (d) and (c); and (b), (c), (a) and (d).

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of cleaning articles of manufacture using hydrofluorocarbon and hydrochlorofluorocarbon fluids. The methods comprise generally the steps of (a) providing a hydrofluorocarbon and/or hydrochlorofluorocarbon fluid in liquid or supercritical state; (b) contacting an article of manufacture with said fluid; and (c) removing substantially all of said fluid from said article of manufacture.

Abstract: A composite molding compound comprising a combination of metal and ceramic powders is disclosed. The powders are combined with a binder, a liquid carrier and other processing additives in a manner to provide uniform distribution of two phases in a material format that facilitates the molding of complex parts at relatively low pressures and temperatures using conventional injection molding machines. The products formed from these molding compounds may be designed with tailored physical and mechanical properties such as thermal conductivity, thermal expansion coefficient, density, elastic modulus and wear properties.

Abstract: Azeotrope-like compositions of 1,1,1,3,3-pentafluoropropane and at least one hydrocarbon selected from the group n-pentane, iso-pentane, cyclopentane, n-hexane and iso-hexane are provided. The compositions of the invention are useful in the preparation of polyurethane and polyisocyanurate foams.

Abstract: A method and circuit for performing serial data protocols and error checking, the circuit in a mobile cellular to satellite telecommunication system.

Abstract: A turbomachine component includes a silicon nitride substrate and a multi-layer coating bonded to the substrate. The coating includes an interlayer of porous fibrous silicon nitride having a density of between 85-98%. The coating also includes an outer layer formed of an oxide compound, preferably tantalum oxide, that is applied by Electron Beam-Physical Vapor Deposition. The combination of the silicon nitride interlayer and tantalum oxide outer layer serves to protect the substrate from the adverse affects of oxidation, impact by foreign objects and extreme operating temperatures.

Abstract: Processes for producing optical devices by the steps of: (a) applying a layer of a photocurable composition onto a substrate; (b) imagewise exposing the photocurable composition to actinic radiation to form exposed and non-exposed areas on the substrate; and (c) removing the imagewise non-exposed areas while leaving the imagewise exposed areas on the substrate; wherein the photocurable composition includes: a curable component having at least one compound of the formula: R—O—X—O—CH═CH2  wherein R is R1—CFH—CF2— or R1—CF═CF—, in which R1 is selected from unsubstituted and substituted aliphatic radicals, unsubstituted and substituted cyclic aliphatic radicals, unsubstituted and substituted aromatic radicals, unsubstituted and substituted araliphatic radicals and unsubstituted and substituted heterocyclic radicals; and X is selected from unsubstituted and substituted aliphatic radicals, unsubstituted and substituted cyclic aliphatic radi

Abstract: An aircraft environmental control system includes a catalytic converter having ozone-destroying capability. A surface of the catalytic converter is anodized to form an anodized layer, and the metal oxide layer is washcoated to form a washcoat layer. An ozone destroying catalyst is impregnated in the anodized and washcoat layers. The catalyst may include one or more metals. For example, a bimetallic catalyst may include a precious metal and a transition metal.

Abstract: This invention relates to hydrofluorocarbons useful in refrigeration and heat pump applications. The invention provides hydrofluorocarbons selected from the group of 1,1,2,3,3-pentafluoropropane, 1,1,1,3,3-pentafluoropropane, 1,1,1,2,3-pentafluoropropane, and mixtures thereof that are environmentally suitable replacements for chlorofluorocarbons in refrigeration applications such as multi-stage centrifugal chillers.